Cohn Construction’s Chief Financial Officer David A. McKinley, CPA named a 2026 Honoree in Leaders in Business & Finance
July 10, 2026
David A. McKinley, CPA, Chief Financial Officer of Cohn Construction, has been named a 2026 Leader in Business & Finance honoree by SCBIZ. The award recognizes financial professionals for leadership,…
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Finlay Park receives national recognition for innovation in park design
July 1, 2026The City of Columbia announced that Finlay Park has been selected by the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) as the recipient of the 2026 Innovation in Park Design Award,…
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Cinnamon Roll Deli announces June 29 grand opening in Lexington
June 30, 2026
On Monday, June 29, Cinnamon Roll Deli officially opened its newest location to the public. The restaurant invites guests to experience the award-winning menu, family-friendly atmosphere and hospitality that have…
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South Carolina Water Utilities announces consolidation with Blue Granite Water Company
June 29, 2026
Largest Water Utility Consolidation in South Carolina History South Carolina Water Utilities (SCWU), the state’s largest private water and wastewater provider, has announced the consolidation of Blue Granite Water Company…
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Homes of Hope celebrates the 346th and 347th graduates of its Men’s Workforce Development program
June 26, 2026
Homes of Hope celebrated another milestone in its mission to create economic mobility and generational change across South Carolina as two men graduated from the organization’s Men’s Workforce Development (MWD)…
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SCEDA announces 2026–2027 Board of Directors
June 25, 2026
The South Carolina Economic Developers’ Association (SCEDA) announced its 2026-2027 Board of Directors, with new and returning members installed during the organization’s Annual Conference. Joining the Board of Directors for…
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Cohn Construction completes the expansion & renovation of First Baptist Church of Irmo
June 24, 2026
Cohn Construction has completed the expansion & renovation of First Baptist Church of Irmo, delivering a revitalized sanctuary & narthex addition designed to better serve the congregation and support future…
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Midlands Leaders celebrate completion of first Regional Gateways project along airport corridor
June 22, 2026Local government leaders, business representatives and community partners gathered on Wednesday, June 17 to celebrate the completion of the first project under the Regional Gateways initiative, a collaborative regional effort…
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WesCo Brew & Bowl opens June 26 in Cayce, bringing 44,000 sq. ft. of bowling, dining and entertainment to the Midlands
June 17, 2026
$13.2 million investment transforms former Piggly Wiggly into Midlands’ premier entertainment venue, with grand opening events June 26–28 CAYCE, S.C. — Midlands residents are invited to experience the excitement at…
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homeRN grand opening
June 17, 2026
Who: City of Columbia Economic Development, Councilman Will Brennan, homeRN owner Logan Babcock What: homeRN brings professional, concierge-level healthcare directly to your home. Their experienced team proudly serves individuals and families throughout…
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AmbioPharm expanding Aiken County operations with nearly $119 million investment, 202 new jobs
June 16, 2026
AmbioPharm, Inc., a peptide manufacturer and developer headquartered in North Augusta, announced plans to expand its operations in Aiken County with a $118.96 million investment that is expected to create…
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New workforce academy opens door for South Carolina workers to enter data center and AI infrastructure careers
June 11, 2026
As South Carolina continues to compete for major technology and infrastructure investment, a new national workforce program from Meta could help local workers gain access to some of the fastest-growing…
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SCEDA announces 2026 Annual Awards and Scholarship Recipients
June 9, 2026The South Carolina Economic Developers’ Association (SCEDA) recently recognized four members with annual awards and scholarships honoring leadership, service and commitment to advancing the economic development sector across South Carolina.…
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Cohn Construction completes new industrial headquarters for J.C. Wilkie Construction
June 8, 2026
Cohn Construction has completed the new headquarters for J.C. Wilkie Construction, delivering a facility designed to support the company’s continued growth and operations. The project includes an office building that…
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Local Developer announces plans to acquire Brighton Technology Park in Chapin
June 3, 2026
Brighton Capital Partners announced plans to acquire the 200 acres in Chapin, currently known as Brighton Technology Park. According to Brighton Capital Partners President and Lexington County resident, Andy White,…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Jeff Ruble, Kate Bugby, Columbia Area Development Partnership
June 2, 2026
The Who’s on the Move, Entrepreneur Minute is an interview in support of the impact that entrepreneurs have on our communities. In this series you will see a diverse group of…
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Forest Acres reviews updated plans for Mall Park and Amphitheater project
June 2, 2026Forest Acres City Council met in a special called session to review updated conceptual renderings for the planned six-acre Mall Park and Amphitheater project at the former Richland Mall site.…
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USA Rare Earth, Inc. selects Cherokee County for first South Carolina operation
June 2, 2026
Approximately $1.2 billion investment will create about 490 new jobs USA Rare Earth, Inc. (USA Rare Earth), a global leader in rare earths, critical minerals and advanced materials, announced it…
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Historic Columbia announces 2026 Preservation Award winners
May 19, 2026
Awards honor individuals and projects for design and preservation accomplishments Historic Columbia announced the recipients of its 2026 Preservation Awards, an annual program held in conjunction with Preservation Month that honors outstanding…
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Central Carolina Community Foundation launches resident survey to inform regional community assessment
May 18, 2026
Central Carolina Community Foundation has launched a region-wide survey to hear directly from Midlands residents about the issues, opportunities, and challenges shaping their communities. The survey is part of a…
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Notice of Public Meeting: Shady Grove Apartment Development
May 15, 2026
The Irmo Planning Commission invites all residents to a public Q&A session regarding the proposed Shady Grove apartment complex. The developer, American Community Developers, Inc., will be present to share project details and…
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Harbor Logistics announces two transportation and supply chain executive hires
May 14, 2026
Harbor Logistics has announced the addition of two experienced logistics and transportation professionals to its leadership team with the hiring of Park Williams as Senior Vice President of Sales and…
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Ferrara Candy Company selects Orangeburg County for first South Carolina operation
April 22, 2026
Ferrara Candy Company (Ferrara), a leading sugar confectioner in the United States, Brazil and Europe, announced plans to establish its first South Carolina operation in Orangeburg County. The company’s $675…
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Cohn Construction completes Macie & Milo’s Brew Pup in Lexington
April 22, 2026
Cohn Construction has completed Macie & Milo’s Brew Pup, a new 4.32-acre venue that combines an off-leash dog park with a sports bar experience. Designed and built to foster community…
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Fairfield County Economic Development announces acquisition of remaining property for Peach Road industrial site
April 21, 2026
Fairfield County Economic Development announced the acquisition of the remaining property needed to fully assemble the Peach Road Industrial Site, a master-planned industrial park positioned to support long-term economic growth,…
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Beck’s Nails and Spa grand opening
April 21, 2026
WHO: Councilman Tyler D. Bailey, City of Columbia Economic Development, and Owner Bekah Kayy. WHAT: The City of Columbia’s Office of Economic Development will be hosting a ribbon cutting for Beck’s Nails and…
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Midlands Technical College offers condensed automotive technology program for Scout Motors employees
April 20, 2026
Midlands Technical College (MTC) is offering a new condensed automotive technology program for Scout Motors employees. Instruction began February 23, 2026, at the EV manufacturer’s new Blythewood training facility, which…
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M. B. Kahn breaks ground on headquarters expansion
April 20, 2026
M. B. Kahn, one of the Southeast’s leading construction firms, officially broke ground in April on a significant office addition and renovation at its corporate headquarters off Farrow Road. The…
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South Carolina requesting input on Opportunity Zone nominations
April 9, 2026
Program encourages private investment in economically distressed communities The South Carolina Department of Commerce (S.C. Commerce), on behalf of the state of South Carolina, is requesting input to guide the…
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Cohn Construction completes new headquarters for Yip Premier Real Estate
April 8, 2026
Cohn Construction has completed the renovation of the new headquarters for Yip Premier Real Estate, located in Columbia’s Cottontown/Bellevue Historic District. The existing building has been transformed into a modern…
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Cohn Construction completes new headquarters for Yip Premier Real Estate
April 7, 2026
Cohn Construction has completed the renovation of the new headquarters for Yip Premier Real Estate, located in Columbia’s Cottontown/Bellevue Historic District. The existing building has been transformed into a modern…
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Palmetto Citizens Federal Credit Union celebrates new branch in Whitmire, S.C.
March 30, 2026
Palmetto Citizens Federal Credit Union, one of South Carolina’s longest-standing and most trusted financial institutions, celebrated the opening of its new branch in Whitmire, South Carolina, with a ribbon cutting…
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Crispy Cones grand opening
March 27, 2026
Who: Mayor Daniel J. Rickenmann, Main Street District President and CEO Matt Kennell, City of Columbia Economic Development and Co-Owner Elisa Westmaas What: The City of Columbia is proud to announce the…
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NJ Developer to acquire shuttered Georgetown paper and steel mills
March 25, 2026
A New Jersey real estate firm specializing in industrial revitalization has reached an agreement to purchase the former International Paper mill, signaling a massive redevelopment effort for the city’s waterfront.…
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AMAROK expands with a new Class A headquarters in Columbia’s BullStreet District
March 25, 2026AMAROK, LLC, a perimeter security solutions provider, announced it is expanding its operations in Richland County with a new headquarters facility. The company’s $69 million investment will create 296 new…
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Otani Nails ribbon cutting
March 16, 2026
Who: Councilman Peter M. Brown, City of Columbia Office of Business Opportunities staff, and Owner Yvette Hickson What: The City of Columbia’s Office of Business Opportunities is hosting the ribbon cutting for…
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Sustain SC celebrates five year anniversary with launch of new strategic framework
March 3, 2026
This week, Sustain SC is celebrating its fifth anniversary with the launch of a refreshed Strategic Framework designed to support the organization’s new Purpose statement — to build and grow a…
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Dunean Capital Management closes on historic Anderson Farm & Reservoir property, advancing vision for Anderson Lake
March 2, 2026Dunean Capital Management has officially closed on the historic Anderson Farm & Reservoir property, acquiring the approximately 1,250-acre tract and advancing plans for Anderson Lake, the long-term vision for the…
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Cohn Construction completes Rio Tinto’s gold mine closure facility
February 26, 2026
Cohn Construction has completed a new 10,200 SF office and warehouse facility for RioTinto in Ridgeway, South Carolina. Designed to support the mine closure efforts required by environmental regulations, the…
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SCAA Conference brings together aviation professionals to focus on the business of aviation
February 24, 2026
More than 300 aviation professionals, airport leaders, and business partners gathered at the Myrtle Beach Marriott Myrtle Beach Resort & Spa at Grande Dunes Feb. 11-13, 2026, for the annual…
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Pyramid Contracting Breaks Ground on North Shore CDR+J in the Lowcountry
February 23, 2026
Pyramid Contracting is proud to announce the groundbreaking of North Shore CDR+J, a new automotive dealership project in the Lowcountry. The project is owned by Jack Hanania and is scheduled…
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Town of Irmo helps launch fundraising campaign for Crossbuck Play Space at Rawls Creek Park
February 23, 2026
The Town of Irmo is proud to announce the launch of a community-wide fundraising campaign to support the development of Crossbuck Play Space at Rawls Creek Park, an All-Inclusive Play…
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SC State University Research Facility coming to Cayce
February 23, 2026The City of Cayce announced that South Carolina State University is expanding its footprint in the Midlands with the development of a new 42,000-square-foot Research & Extension campus in the…
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Central SC Alliance names Annie Caggiano Senior Vice President of Business Recruitment
February 23, 2026
The Central SC Alliance (CSCA) announced the appointment of Annie Caggiano as Senior Vice President of Business Recruitment. In this role, she will lead the organization’s efforts to recruit new…
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Wingard’s Market nominated in USA TODAY’S Readers’ Choice Awards for Best Plant Nursery
February 19, 2026
Popular Midlands gardening center & nursery, Wingard’s Market announced it has been nominated for the USA TODAY 10BEST Readers’ Choice Awards in the category of Best Plant Nursery, a national…
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City of Orangeburg announces approval of Toptracer Range installation at Hillcrest Golf Course
February 19, 2026
The City of Orangeburg, in partnership with South Carolina State University (“SCSU”), announced that City Council has approved the installation of the Toptracer Range System at Hillcrest Golf Course, bringing…
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City of Cayce announces retirement of longtime Municipal Clerk
February 18, 2026
After three decades of dedicated service, the City of Cayce announces the retirement of Cayce Municipal Clerk, Mendy Corder. Mendy started her journey with Cayce as the City’s receptionist in…
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Town of South Congaree swears in new Police Chief
February 18, 2026
The Town of South Congaree officially swore in Carl J. “C.J.” Quinlan as its new Chief of Police during a ceremony held during the February 17, 2026, Town council meeting.…
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State transportation projects focus of upcoming Lexington Chamber “Community Conversations” series
February 16, 2026
Join the Lexington Chamber & Visitors Center on Monday, February 23, 2026, from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. for an essential update on the future of state infrastructure. The event will…
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Cohn Construction completes new 100,000 SF distribution center for FAYAT Group
February 12, 2026
Cohn Construction has completed the new 100,000 SF distribution center for the FAYAT Group, located on a 30-acre site in Ridgeway, SC. The distribution center is designed to support FAYAT…
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