USC College of Information and Communications to partner with Google and Columbia Chamber on AI workshops
August 4, 2025
The University of South Carolina College of Information and Communications, the Columbia Chamber of Commerce and Google will offer a free AI workshop for local businesses on August 26 at…
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S.C. Department of Veterans Affairs fund Living Shoreline Program “Bio-Rock Experimentation” in the Broad River
July 28, 2025Multi-agency collaboration for living shoreline coastline protection program through ongoing SMART REEF / Living Shoreline development and oyster restoration program. Coastal Carolina University (CCU), and the environmental non-profit Global Eco…
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Brian Edwards named Furman VP of Marketing and Communications
July 25, 2025
Brian Edwards has been named vice president of marketing and communications at Furman University following a national search. He will start Aug. 1. Edwards, currently the chief brand and communications…
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Second annual “Grind & Groom Day” set to return bigger than ever – July 31
July 23, 2025July 31, 11-5 pm Empowering Kershaw County Youth Before the School Year Begins After the tremendous success of last year’s inaugural event, Grind Out Sports & Education, in partnership with…
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USC Aiken breaks ground on new Cyber Integration Center
July 22, 2025USC Aiken held a groundbreaking ceremony for the S.C. National Guard Cyber Integration Center (CIC), marking a milestone in the region’s commitment to cyber defense and workforce development. The ceremony featured guests from Fort Eisenhower,…
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USC sets enrollment record while reinforcing commitment to South Carolina students
July 22, 2025
More South Carolinians are enrolled at USC’s Columbia campus than at any time in its 224-year history — a reflection of the flagship institution’s longstanding and unwavering commitment to serve the…
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USC joining 5 state systems in forming new accreditor
July 22, 2025
The USC system is joining public higher education systems in Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, Tennessee, and Texas to help launch a new national accreditation agency focused specifically on public colleges and…
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USC forms state’s first Center for American Civic Leadership
July 22, 2025
USC is starting a new academic center to promote broad understanding of the core ideals and values that shaped American government and history. The Center for American Civic Leadership and Public…
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Margaret Fent Bodman appointed South Carolina’s next State Child Advocate
July 21, 2025
Governor Henry McMaster has appointed Margaret Fent Bodman as the next State Child Advocate to lead the Department of Children’s Advocacy following the departure of former Child Advocate Amanda Whittle, who…
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Pathways to Possibilities: A Resource Fair for Career, Expungement and Pardon Assistance on July 31
July 17, 2025Spearheaded by Senator Tameika Isaac Devine, Richland County District One School Board Commissioner Aaron Bishop in conjunction with Path to Redemption and One Common Cause Pathways to Possibilities, an effort…
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Vann named new principal of Centerville Elementary
July 15, 2025
At its July 14, 2025, meeting, the Lexington County School District One Board of Trustees approved the appointment of Lauren Vann as the new principal of Centerville Elementary School. With…
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Converse Graduate Chloe Cleland ’25 wins Fulbright Research Scholarship
July 7, 2025
May 2025 graduate Chloe Cleland recently made history at Converse when she became the first recipient of the University’s Fulbright Research/Study Scholarship in more than 50 years. Having completed more…
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Midlands Technical College finishes number two in the nation at SkillsUSA
July 7, 2025
Midlands Technical College’s (MTC’s) Building Construction Technology team won silver in the SkillsUSA National Leadership & Skills Conference, held June 23-27, 2025 in Atlanta, GA. The award marked the fourth…
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Quackenbush Architects’ Spencer Hutchinson graduates from Leadership Columbia
July 3, 2025
Spencer Hutchinson, AIA, an architect and principal at Quackenbush Architects + Planners, recently graduated from Leadership Columbia, a 10-month Columbia Chamber of Commerce program for emerging and existing leaders in…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Padgett Mozingo, Limitless Purpose
July 1, 2025
The Who’s on the Move, Entrepreneur Minute is an interview in support of the undeniable impact that entrepreneurs have on our communities. In this series you will see a diverse group…
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Literacy SC
July 1, 2025
Literacy SC believes in a world where anyone can move up and ahead through the power of reading. So, we teach adults and families practical skills in reading, writing and…
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SCETV to host interactive career and safety event for children in partnership with SC First Steps
June 30, 2025
South Carolina ETV (SCETV), in partnership with SC First Steps, will host Safety Town, an interactive and educational experience provided by SC Career Kids, on June 28, from 10 a.m.…
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Richland One principal appointments for 2025-2026
June 30, 2025
Students at two Richland One schools will be greeted by new principals when the 2025-2026 school year begins August 11. Dr. Timothy Blackwell, who has served as principal at Arden…
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Lexington Chamber & Visitors Center launches “Community Conversations”
June 25, 2025
Presented by Nephron Pharmaceuticals Corporation The Lexington Chamber & Visitors Center is proud to announce the launch of its newest initiative, Community Conversations, a monthly series spotlighting a community leader…
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Junior Achievement and BofA drive financial literacy for South Carolina high schoolers
June 25, 2025
Multi-stop JA Finance Park Mobile tour provided students an immersive financial experience Junior Achievement (JA) of Greater South Carolina and Bank of America partnered to deliver financial literacy education to…
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Richland School District Two names new Senior Chief Operations Officer
June 19, 2025
Richland School District Two announced the appointment of Mark Huhtanen as the district’s new Senior Chief Operations Officer. Mr. Huhtanen brings nearly 30 years of distinguished leadership experience from the…
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SC Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics Foundation receives $50,000 grant to expand STEM programs across SC
June 19, 2025
The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics Foundation (GSSMF) has received a $50,000 grant from Power:Ed, the philanthropy of SC Student Loan Corporation. Funding will provide greater accessibility…
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South Carolina ETV to premiere Healing with Grace as part of “Never Forgotten: The Emanuel Nine” commemoration
June 16, 2025
South Carolina ETV and Public Radio (SCETV) will premiere the broadcast special Healing with Grace on June 19 at 8 p.m. on ETV. The one-hour special will also be available for streaming…
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Richland One receives ‘low risk’ assessment score from South Carolina Department of Education
June 12, 2025
Richland County School District One has received a top-tier risk assessment score from the South Carolina Department of Education (SCDE) for the 2023-2024 fiscal year. SCDE annually assesses the risk…
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Richland School District Two names Executive Director of Student Services
June 9, 2025
Richland School District Two announced the appointment of Matt Sherman as its new Executive Director of Student Services. Sherman currently serves as Principal of Blythewood High School and brings a…
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Impact Justice receives $97,000 grant from Power:Ed to support SC prison system’s first vertical farm job training program at Camille Graham
June 9, 2025
National nonprofit organization Impact Justice (IJ) was awarded a $97,000 grant from Power:Ed, the philanthropy of SC Student Loan Corporation, to support Growing Justice, a pilot program in partnership with…
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USC School of Music celebrates first recipients of Music Teaching Artist Certificate
June 9, 2025
In response to South Carolina’s critical shortage of music educators and limited access to instrumental instruction in public schools, the University of South Carolina School of Music has launched an…
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Richland One Career and Technical Education Academic Integration Specialist named SCACTE Teacher Educator of the Year
June 3, 2025
Alvin Allen, academic integration specialist in Richland One’s Office of Career and Technical Education (CTE), has been named the 2025 South Carolina Association for Career and Technical Education (SCACTE) Teacher…
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SC Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities Gala raises over $250,000 to support Thrive25 Initiative
June 2, 2025
The South Carolina Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities celebrated 25 years of transformative arts education at its milestone 25th Anniversary Gala, held Saturday, April 26, 2025, at the…
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Midlands Technical College Vice President elected to regional office
May 29, 2025
Midlands Technical College Vice President for Business Affairs Debbie M. Walker has been elected president of the Southern Association of College and University Business Officers (SACUBO). Her one-year term starts…
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Denmark Tech instructor named Faculty of the Year by South Carolina Association of Technical College Commissioners
May 28, 2025
Denmark Technical College public speaking instructor Shannon Sims-McAlister has been named the 2025 Faculty of the Year by the South Carolina Association of Technical College Commissioners. The annual award honors one faculty member from…
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City of Columbia honored 17 youth-led groups as Bloomberg Youth Climate Action Fund recipients
May 28, 2025On Thursday, May 22, 2025, the City of Columbia honored 17 youth-led groups as Bloomberg Youth Climate Action Fund recipients with an orientation session held at the Busby Street Community…
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A. Clifton Myles, Ph.D. named interim president of Denmark Technical College
May 28, 2025
Denmark Technical College announced the appointment of Dr. A. Clifton Myles as interim president on Friday, effective July 1, 2025. A nationally respected leader with over 32 years of experience…
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City of Columbia and EMS CLOSET launch “On the Right Foot” clothing drive to support Midlands students
May 28, 2025
Community Urged to Donate New Clothing and Supplies for Local Youth in Need The City of Columbia Mayor’s Office has teamed up with EMS CLOSET to launch the annual “On…
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Blythewood High School’s Debbie Sweat named Youth Financial Educator of the Year by Palmetto Citizens Federal Credit Union
May 28, 2025
Award presented during Teacher Appreciation Night at Columbia Fireflies baseball game Palmetto Citizens Federal Credit Union has named Debbie Sweat of Blythewood High School the 2025 Youth Financial Educator of the…
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Richland One has highest-ever number of students earn Seal of Biliteracy
May 28, 2025
Dreher Senior Earns Most Seals in Recent History Again this school year, Richland One has broken the district’s previous record for the most students who earned the South Carolina Seal…
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AnMed Foundation receives $52,000 grant from Power:Ed to strengthen and diversify medical workforce talent
May 28, 2025
The AnMed Foundation has been awarded a $52,000 grant from Power:Ed, the philanthropy of SC Student Loan Corporation, to support the Upstate’s Pre-Med Bootcamp program. Twenty-four college upper classmen recently…
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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis recognizes Sharon Fleming of Lonnie B. Nelson Elementary as Educator of the Month
May 28, 2025
South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis has recognized Dr. Sharon Fleming of Richland Two School District’s Lonnie B. Nelson Elementary School as the South Carolina Financial Literacy Master Teacher Program’s Educator…
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Palmetto Citizens Federal Credit Union names Blythewood teacher the Youth Financial Educator of the Year
May 28, 2025
Palmetto Citizens Federal Credit Union has named Debbie Sweat of Blythewood High School the 2025 Youth Financial Educator of the Year. She received the honor — and a $1,000 cash…
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School District Five names new Athletic Director for Chapin High School
May 26, 2025
Lexington-Richland School District Five has named Billie Williams the new athletic director of Chapin High School. Williams will replace Ronnie Wessinger who is retiring at the end of the school…
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Richland One selects Dr. Todd Anthony Walker as new superintendent
May 25, 2025
The Richland One Board of School Commissioners voted unanimously Friday to offer the position of superintendent to Dr. Todd Anthony Walker, pending contract negotiations. Dr. Walker, who is currently the…
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Greenville Technical College remains #1 in SC on Newsweek’s list of America’s Top Online Colleges
May 22, 2025
For the second year in a row, Greenville Technical College (GTC) is ranked first in South Carolina out of the top 250 online learning colleges in the nation. In addition,…
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Lexington One Educational Foundation awards 2025 Administrator of the Year Award to Albert Robertson
May 22, 2025
On Tuesday, May 20, 2025, the Lexington One Educational Foundation presented its 2025 Joseph M. Bedenbaugh Administrator of the Year Award to Mr. Albert Hamilton Robertson at the Lexington County…
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New director announced for Lexington Two Innovation Center for 2025-2026
May 20, 2025
A leader with more than two decades of experience in education, criminal justice, and workforce development has been announced as the new director of the Lexington Two Innovation Center for…
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Industrial Maintenance Residency Program at McLeod Health expands with $50,000 Power:Ed Grant
May 20, 2025During their orientation session, McLeod Health and Harbor Freight Fellows Initiative welcomed the Class of 2025 for the McLeod Industrial Maintenance Residency Program. Last year, the inaugural program had 11…
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Clemson honors recipients of the 2025 Distinguished Service Award
May 19, 2025At a reception in May, the Clemson Alumni Association will honor the recipients of the 2025 Clemson Alumni Distinguished Service Award, the highest honor that the association bestows on former…
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City of Columbia 2025 Youth Services Guide
May 19, 2025The City of Columbia announced the release of the 2025 Youth Services Guide, a comprehensive resource designed for parents and guardians. The guide highlights a variety of summer programs and…
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Richland One Board names superintendent finalists
May 19, 2025
The Richland One Board of School Commissioners has named three finalists in its search for a new superintendent. BWP & Associates, the firm hired by the Board to conduct the…
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“Whose Live Anyway?” improv madness at the Koger Center
May 15, 2025
The current cast members of the Emmy-nominated TV show Whose Line is it Anyway? present their new improv tour: WHOSE LIVE ANYWAY? appearing live in concert at the Koger Center…
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South Carolina Manufacturing Leadership Program celebrates 2025 graduates at Governor’s Mansion
May 15, 2025The South Carolina Manufacturing Leadership Program (SCMLP) graduated a new cohort of the next generation of business and manufacturing leaders during a ceremony at the governor’s mansion on May 14,…
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