Statement from Palmetto State Teachers Association on passage of parental leave benefits bill
May 10, 2023
Palmetto State Teachers Association applauds today’s unanimous vote in the South Carolina House to concur with Senate amendments to H. 3908, a bill that will make educators in South Carolina…
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Presbyterian College School of Pharmacy graduates 41 at 10th annual hooding ceremony
May 9, 2023
The Presbyterian College School of Pharmacy held its 10th hooding ceremony Friday, sending 41 new doctors of pharmacy into the first stage of their professional careers. One word seemed to…
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Richland One administrative assistant named NAEOP Office Professional of the Year
May 9, 2023
Bridget S. Bookert, the administrative assistant and bookkeeper at Olympia Learning Center, has been named the 2023 Olive T. Ritchie Office Professional of the Year by the National Association of…
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Original Six Foundation to distribute over 30,000 books to kindergarten students in rural and underserved communities
May 9, 2023
There’s no greater gift to a child than teaching him or her to read. There’s also no more important academic skill. That’s why the Original Six Foundation’s My First Library…
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Midlands Technical College graduates 1,600+ students
May 9, 2023
Midlands Technical College (MTC) graduated 1,689 students from more than 120 academic programs during its annual commencement at the Colonial Life Arena. The college awarded 1,159 associate degrees, 95 diplomas,…
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Numerical Methods for Data Science Class
May 5, 2023Although data science algorithms can be run by anyone who can push a button, to understand or innovate them requires a deeper understanding of the underlying mathematics. This special topics…
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USC, Lexington One students demo latest robotics tech in D.C.
May 4, 2023
The world’s leading companies know that when it comes to technology demonstrations, seeing is believing. The same can be said for students when they see what they learn in the…
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Superintendent Search Firm Retained
May 3, 2023
Richland School District Two Board of Trustees has taken another step in the search for a permanent superintendent. The Board has retained the services of McPherson & Jacobson LLC, a…
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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis recognizes Bonnie Robinson of Irmo High School as Educator of the Month
April 28, 2023
South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis has recognized Irmo High School’s Bonnie Robinson as the South Carolina Financial Literacy Master Teacher Program’s Educator of the Month for April. “Making sure the students…
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Columbia College Commencement
April 28, 2023
“I immediately felt at home at Columbia College because of the experience I had during orientation made possible by my orientation leader. I wanted to create this experience for other…
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South Carolina Foundation for Educational Leadership hosts gala celebrating public education
April 27, 2023
The South Carolina Foundation for Educational Leadership, South Carolina Association of School Administrators’ (SCASA) non-profit arm, is hosting its sixth annual gala on Friday, April 28, 2023, to celebrate this…
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Renee Atkinson of Aynor High School named 2024 South Carolina Teacher of the Year
April 26, 2023State Superintendent of Education Ellen Weaver announced at the annual South Carolina Teacher of the Year event that Renee Atkinson, an English teacher at Aynor High School from Horry County…
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Lake Carolina Elementary School Upper getting a new principal in July
April 26, 2023
This summer a familiar face will become principal at Lake Carolina Elementary School Upper Campus. At the recommendation of Richland School District Two interim superintendent Mrs. Nancy Gregory, the Richland…
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Lake Carolina Elementary School Upper getting a new principal in July
April 26, 2023
This summer a familiar face will become principal at Lake Carolina Elementary School Upper Campus. At the recommendation of Richland School District Two interim superintendent Mrs. Nancy Gregory, the Richland…
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The SCPCSD approves four innovative charter schools to bridge the achievement gap and put all kids first
April 24, 2023The South Carolina Public Charter School District (SCPCSD) Board of Trustees approved four new charter schools today, providing students and families with additional educational options. The approved schools are Movement…
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Midlands Technical College Welding Technology Team wins state championship
April 24, 2023
Midlands Technical College is celebrating a Welding Technology Team win. This month, the team brought home the SkillsUSA state championship for the first time. The team consists of Shayne Pachas,…
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Columbia College announces twenty-first President
April 21, 2023
On April 20, 2023, the Columbia College Board of Trustees welcomed students, faculty, staff, and alumni leadership of Columbia College to announce the appointment of Dr. John Dozier as the…
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Midlands Technical College Building Construction team wins State Champion for second year
April 20, 2023The Midlands Technical College Building Construction Team (BCT) brought home the gold from the 2023 Skills USA State Championship. Held in Greenville, SC from March 15-17, the team showed off…
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High School Seniors honored at the 7th Annual SC STEM Signing Day
April 19, 2023
On Tuesday, April 18th, 68 South Carolina high school seniors were honored at the 7th annual South Carolina STEM Signing Day. Similar to college signing days for athletes, the students…
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Innovation Week kicks off April 24 with contests, demos and creativity
April 19, 2023
The fifth annual Innovation Week at the Medical University of South Carolina, complete with fan favorite Shark Tank events, will kick off on April 24, and for the first time, it will be anchoring…
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Clearly Furman campaign launches with goal of $426 million by 2026
April 17, 2023
Furman University announced today its largest campaign ever. Clearly Furman, the Campaign for our Third Century aims to raise $426 million by 2026, the start of the university’s next 100…
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Will Cannon joins Young Office as Market Development Manager
April 17, 2023
Will Cannon, has joined Young Office as Market Development Manager for the Columbia, Charleston and Savannah markets. Will has over 10 years of commercial furniture, design and business development experience…
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The Hottest Cyber Crime Today? E-MAIL HIJACKING
April 13, 2023
“At some point in time, we’ve all found ourselves facing a suspicious e-mail in our inbox with an urgent call to action or even a threat,” explains IntelliSystems CEO Kevin…
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Lexington One Educational Foundation awards $20,000+ in Innovation Grants for K-8 Schools for 2023-2024 school year
April 11, 2023
The Lexington One Educational Foundation recently awarded a total of $20,178 in Innovation Grants for K-8 Schools to five schools in Lexington County School District One. These Innovation Grants, valued…
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Former Newberry College standout Zack Kelly makes Red Sox’ Opening Day roster
March 30, 2023
Today marks the beginning of the Major League Baseball season, and former Newberry College standout Zack Kelly has earned his spot on the Red Sox’ Opening Day roster. Thursday is…
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Palmetto Place Children & Youth Services receives a $50,000 grant from Power:Ed to support at-risk youth
March 29, 2023Local nonprofit, Palmetto Place Children & Youth Services (PPCYS), has been awarded $50,000 from Power:Ed, a philanthropy of SC Student Loan Corporation, to ensure 60 unhoused Midlands high school students…
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Newberry College’s Brayden Phillips to compete on ‘American Idol’
March 28, 2023
Newberry College junior Brayden Phillips is one of eight South Carolinians headed to Hollywood to compete on “American Idol.” Hollywood Week starts Sunday night, April 2, on ABC. The exercise science major and…
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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis recognizes Susan Nunamaker of R.C. Edwards Middle School as Educator of the Month
March 23, 2023
South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis has recognized The School District of Pickens County’s Dr. Susan Nunamaker of R.C. Edwards Middle School as the South Carolina Financial Literacy Master Teacher Program’s…
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Dominion Energy awards $25,000 to Midlands Technical College Foundation
March 21, 2023
Dominion Energy of South Carolina has awarded the Midlands Technical College Foundation $25,000 to support workforce development training. The money will support scholarships for our QuickJobs programs. QuickJobs are career…
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Colonial Life invests $500,000 in United Way’s ‘Young Men United’
March 16, 2023
Young men preparing to attend college or enter the workforce have a better chance to reach their academic and career goals thanks to a $500,000 financial investment from Colonial Life.…
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Superintendent Weaver announces Clover High School’s Wayne Williams as Teacher of the Year Finalist
March 16, 2023State Superintendent of Education Ellen Weaver surprised Clover High School’s Wayne Williams today with news that he has been selected as one of five finalists for the South Carolina Teacher…
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Five schools named Palmetto’s Finest
March 16, 2023
Five schools have been named 2023 Palmetto’s Finest Schools. They are: Lake Murray Elementary School, Lexington School District 1 Lake Murray Elementary School, Lexington-Richland School District 5 John W. Moore Middle…
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Midlands Technical College opens Center for Business and Information Technologies
March 16, 2023
New facility on the Beltline Campus directly supports workforce development for in-demand jobs. Midlands Technical College cut the ribbon and formally opened the new Center for Business and Information Technologies…
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Two midlands schools named Palmetto’s Finest
March 15, 2023
Five schools have been named 2023 Palmetto’s Finest Schools. They are: Lake Murray Elementary School, Lexington School District 1 Lake Murray Elementary School, Lexington-Richland School District 5 John W. Moore…
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GirlUp GVL receives a $50,000 grant from Power:Ed to ensure high school girls from under-resourced community have the support they need to succeed
March 14, 2023Local nonprofit, GirlUp GVL, has been awarded $50,000 from Power:Ed, a philanthropy of SC Student Loan Corporation, to ensure 70 area high school girls have the resources they need to…
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Glen M. Crawford is Selected as Columbia College Director of Athletics
March 14, 2023President Tom Bogart is proud to announce the appointment of Glen M. Crawford as the next Director of Athletics at Columbia College. Crawford brings with him decades of experience in…
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Midlands Technical College and Truist announce S.C.’s first Mobile Heavy Equipment Operator program
March 10, 2023
Midlands Technical College (MTC) and Truist announced a new training program that will help change the landscape of workforce development in the Palmetto State. Funded by $700,000 from Truist Foundation…
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RSWCD awards 5 grants to support students’ conservation initiatives
March 8, 2023
Hydroponics, school gardens, composting among grant-funded projects Students in five Richland County schools and education sites will take part in hands-on environmental education this spring, thanks to Conservation Education Mini-Grants…
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Area youth invited to attend a community youth symposium
March 8, 2023
The Iota Omicron Sigma Alumnae Chapter of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc., invites youth in the West Columbia, Columbia and surrounding areas to attend its annual Youth Symposium on March…
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Richland County to consider how to allocate millions in emergency funds
March 7, 2023
Richland County’s Coronavirus Ad Hoc Committee will hold a public work session as the County winds down its distribution of federal American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding. During the work…
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South Carolina State Fair announces 67% increase in scholarship funds
March 7, 2023
The South Carolina State Fair, a self-supporting 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, announces a 67 percent increase in awards for its 2023 annual Ride of Your Life Scholarship program. For the first…
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Midlands Technical College Foundation announces $150,000 in scholarships
March 6, 2023
Current students can apply now for 87 awards The Midlands Technical College Foundation is making more than $150,000 in scholarships available to MTC students for the 2023-24 academic year. To…
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Drew Stevens named ‘Moore School Distinguished Young Alumni’
February 27, 2023
Drew Stevens was just selected as the 2023 ‘Moore School Distinguished Young Alumni Award’ recipient. He’s a Certified Financial Planner with Northwestern Mutual and a partner in the G3 Wealth…
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Admissions Counselor Recruiter
February 27, 2023
Admissions Counselor Recruiter University of South Carolina Upstate STA00207PO23 Spartanburg, SC www.uscupstate.edu The primary purpose of this position is to recruit students, assist with reviewing and processing admissions applications, provide…
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Assistant AD for Marketing and Fan Experience
February 24, 2023
Assistant AD for Marketing and Fan Experience University of South Carolina Upstate STA00221PO23 Spartanburg, SC www.uscupstate.edu The Assistant AD for Marketing and Fan Experience serves to increase the awareness of…
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Newberry College’s 65th Jazz Festival to feature saxophonist Jeff Coffin
February 23, 2023Historic festival coincides with largest-ever SCBDA jazz event Newberry College invites you to enjoy world-class artists and music at its 65th Jazz Festival, to be held March 3-4 on campus.…
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Seven local school board members recognized for reaching highest SCSBA training level
February 22, 2023Seven board members hailing from seven different school districts across the state have earned Level Six recognition in the Boardmanship Institute (BI) sponsored by the South Carolina School Boards Association…
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USC College of HRSM hosts South Carolina high school and middle school students to demonstrate career paths
February 21, 2023
The University of South Carolina’s College of Hospitality, Retail and Sport Management has launched a program designed to open doors for young people in South Carolina. The college is bringing…
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The Riley Institute selects 21 Fellows for statewide afterschool leadership initiative
February 17, 2023
Afterschool and summer learning leaders from across the state will gain new tools to grow and improve their programs through their participation in South Carolina Afterschool Leaders Empowered (SCALE), an…
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Clinton Middle School Recognizes 4 Junior Scholars
February 15, 2023
Clinton Middle School is proud to recognize the following students as South Carolina Junior Scholars: Liam Bell Savannah Fuller Gemma Gearheart Cooper Stinson The South Carolina Junior Scholars Program identifies…
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