Lexington District One recognizes the Lexington One Educational Foundation for 30 years of support
November 11, 2025
During the Lexington County School District One School Board meeting that was held on Tuesday, October 21, 2025, the Lexington One Educational Foundation was recognized for 30 years of support…
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Light up the night at NEON Joy in Five Points!
November 11, 2025
Five Points shines bright with a night of lights, music, and holiday cheer on Friday, November 21 The holiday season in Columbia officially kicks off in Five Points with NEON…
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State Museum to host book talk with renowned environmental writer Margaret Renkl
November 9, 2025
Free event to feature conversation, reception and book signing on December 2 The South Carolina State Museum invites the public to celebrate South Carolina Arbor Day with a special evening featuring acclaimed…
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Columbia High JAG Program receives $9,375 donation from 100 Women Who Care; recognized by South Carolina House of Representatives
November 9, 2025
Columbia High School’s Jobs for America’s Graduates (JAG) program was recognized for its outstanding accomplishments during the program’s induction ceremony October 29. The program received a $9,375 donation from the…
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Lions, turtle, octopus – Oh My! A season of new adventures at Riverbanks Zoo
November 7, 2025
Riverbanks Zoo and Garden is recognizing both a notable farewell and an exciting new beginning at the Darnall W. and Susan F. Boyd Aquarium & Reptile Conservation Center. On October…
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CADP celebrates the opening of CORNERSTONE – the premier training facility to power the workforce of the Midlands region
November 6, 2025
Governor Henry McMaster and other partners tour the new state-of-the-art, 41,000-square-foot regional training facility The CORNERSTONE: Economic Development & Workforce Training Center has officially opened its doors, marking a major…
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The Ford & Ford Group launches of the Michele Bossi Nursing Scholarship in honor of a legacy of compassion
November 6, 2025
The Ford & Ford Group announced the launch of the Michele Bossi Nursing Scholarship, honoring the life and legacy of Michele Bossi, a devoted nurse, mother, and lifelong advocate for care and compassion. The scholarship opened on October…
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USC names Chase Kasper deputy director of economic engagement
November 4, 2025
The University of South Carolina (USC) has named Chase Kasper as the new Deputy Director for the Office of Economic Engagement (OEE), bringing with him a distinguished record of leadership…
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Michelin North America, Inc. recognized for $15,000 donation to the Lexington One Educational Foundation
November 2, 2025During the Lexington County School District One School Board meeting that was held on Tuesday, October 21, 2025, Michelin North America, Inc. was recognized for its generous annual contribution of…
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Where Business Meets Inspiration: Kay Self Joins Lander as Executive-in-Residence
October 30, 2025
When it comes to building businesses and communities, Kay Self knows what it takes to make ideas thrive. A Greenwood business leader and advocate for regional economic growth, Self has…
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CIU Doctor of Business Administration ranked #3 in nation by Forbes
October 30, 2025
Forbes Advisor Education ranks Columbia International University’s online Doctor of Business Administration (D.B.A.), as one of the best in the nation for 2025, ranking it at #3. A Doctor of…
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Educational Foundation’s 2025-26 Bucks for Books Grant awards impacts all kindergarten-2nd graders in Lexington District One
October 30, 2025
The Lexington County School District One Educational Foundation Board of Directors recently awarded a $27,654.59 Bucks for Books Grant to Lexington County School District One for the 2025-26 school year.…
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South Carolina State Museum commissions acclaimed Gullah artist Corey Alston to create sweetgrass masterpiece
October 30, 2025
New commissioned work will honor South Carolina’s Gullah Geechee heritage and expand the museum’s folk and traditional art collection. The South Carolina State Museum has commissioned renowned Gullah artist and…
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Don’t miss it! Richland Two showcases lineup of nationally certified, best of the best academic choices
October 29, 2025
The moment to secure your child’s customized, high-quality public education is fast approaching. Richland School District Two, home to one of the nation’s most extensive and celebrated public school choice…
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Pioneering AP achievement: Richland Two students excel in AP Capstone Program
October 29, 2025
Richland School District Two continues to lead the way in advanced academics. Ridge View High School was the first school in South Carolina to implement the AP Capstone Diploma Program…
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Richland Two has another National Merit Scholarship semifinalist
October 29, 2025
Last month, Richland School District Two announced 12 students named by the National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC®) as semifinalists in the 71st annual National Merit Scholarship Program. Another student was…
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Dominion Energy spotlights in-demand skills for Richland Two students
October 29, 2025Dominion Energy representatives recently collaborated with Richland School District Two educators during a district inservice professional learning day to discuss critical career opportunities and the essential job skills students need…
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Richland One to induct five into district’s Hall of Fame in January
October 27, 2025
Richland One will induct five new members into the Richland One Hall of Fame in January, district officials announced October 24. The Richland One Hall of Fame recognizes graduates of…
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Immersive planetarium experience, Áróra, returns to dazzle guests at the State Museum
October 26, 2025
Plus, kick off the holidays with the Holiday Planetarium Lighting on Dec. 4 This holiday season, guests are invited to visit the South Carolina State Museum to experience the beauty…
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South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics among state’s top performers in career readiness scores
October 23, 2025
The South Carolina Department of Education has released its 2025 Career Readiness Assessment results, and the South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics (GSSM) is once again among the…
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City of Columbia accepting nominations for the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Dream Keeper Scholarship Awards
October 23, 2025
The City of Columbia is accepting applications, ranging from elementary, middle, and high school students for the 2026 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Dream Keeper Scholarship Awards. The Dream Keeper…
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Midlands Technical College Foundation welcomes three new trustees
October 23, 2025
Peyton Bryant, Christopher Clark, and Neil Jones will serve through June 2028 The Midlands Technical College Foundation welcomed three new board of trustees members – Peyton Bryant, Christopher Clark, and…
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Cayce Mayor selected as SC Hunt State Policy Fellow
October 22, 2025
Eighteen local elected leaders, including Cayce Mayor, Elise Partin, from across South Carolina been selected for the inaugural South Carolina Hunt State Policy Fellows program, a bipartisan initiative designed to…
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USC Brain Health Clinic opens in Orangeburg
October 21, 2025
The University of South Carolina celebrated the opening of its new Brain Health Clinic in Orangeburg with a ribbon-cutting ceremony held at 2 p.m. on Saturday. The event highlighted the…
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Midlands Technical College Foundation Golf Classic raises $200,000+ for military families
October 21, 2025
In five years, tournament raises over half a million dollars for QuickJobs Scholarships The Midlands Technical College Foundation raised a record-breaking $200,000 at its fifth-annual MTC Golf Classic held at…
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Students help bring Finlay Park to life through art
October 21, 2025
The City of Columbia’s Public Relations, Media & Marketing Department hosted a community pop-up art event at Soda City Market on Saturday, October 18, 2025, to celebrate the upcoming grand…
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Governor McMaster proclaims Lights on Afterschool Day in South Carolina
October 21, 2025
State joins national celebration recognizing afterschool programs that keep kids safe, inspire learning, and support working families Governor Henry McMaster has officially proclaimed October 23, 2025, as “Lights On Afterschool…
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USC Molinaroli College of Engineering and Computing and Palmetto Nuclear Coalition work together to advance nuclear innovation
October 20, 2025
University of South Carolina (USC)’s Molinaroli College of Engineering and Computing and Palmetto Nuclear Coalition (PNC) announce a pivotal agreement aimed at transforming South Carolina into a national and global…
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LexOne Educational Foundation 2025-26 Michelin VEX Robotics Grant Awards
October 20, 2025The Lexington County School District One Educational Foundation recently awarded the 2025-26 Michelin VEX Robotics Grant Awards. Thanks to the generosity of Michelin North America and the Lexington, South Carolina…
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Midlands Technical College Foundation celebrates scholars and donors
October 14, 2025
More than 100 donors and students gather at President’s Reception The Midlands Technical College Foundation hosted more than 100 donors and scholars at a President’s Reception this fall. The event…
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An occupational therapist assistant from School District Five has been awarded a $30,000 grant from Leo’s Pride Foundation
October 14, 2025
Lexington-Richland School District Five Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant Jordan Nelson was recently awarded a $30,000 grant from Leo’s Pride Foundation. “I just want to thank Leo and his family for…
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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis invites teachers to register for “Dear Mr. Treasurer” classroom activity
October 14, 2025
Attention 3rd, 4th and 5th grade teachers! South Carolina State Treasurer Curtis Loftis is inviting teachers across the Palmetto State to take part in a fun and educational activity designed…
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University of South Carolina names Department of Sport and Entertainment Management in honor of David and Nicole Tepper
October 14, 2025
The Teppers’ Transformative Gift of $5 Million Will Sustain the Tepper Scholars Program and Establish Professors of Practice in Sport Leadership With this gift, The David and Nicole Tepper Foundation…
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Three to be inducted into Lexington Two Fine Arts Hall of Fame on October 16
October 14, 2025
Lexington School District Two invites the public to an induction ceremony this month for three individuals selected to the district’s Fine Arts Hall of Fame. The three — Jeremy Hudson,…
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USC Palmetto College and USC’s College of Information and Communications formalize AI education partnership
October 10, 2025iCarolina Labs rebranded as USC Palmetto College AI Innovation Labs The University of South Carolina Palmetto College and USC’s College of Information and Communications signed an agreement to expand artificial…
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Columbia International University awarded $1 million Lilly Endowment grant to expand innovative Engage Program
October 8, 2025
Columbia International University (CIU) has received a grant of $1 million from Lilly Endowment Inc. This funding will accelerate the full rollout of Columbia Biblical Seminary’s Engage Program, a pioneering…
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LS3P congratulates University of South Carolina on nursing program ranking
October 8, 2025
LS3P congratulates the University of South Carolina on its impressive rise in the latest U.S. News rankings, with the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program climbing 17 spots to reach…
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STEM Extravaganza ignites curiosity and hope for South Carolina students
October 7, 2025
Children from across the state get hands-on STEM experiences and career inspiration as part of the nationwide Lights on Afterschool celebration The South Carolina Afterschool Alliance (SCAA) welcomed more than…
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Dreher art teacher named South Carolina Art Educator of the Year
October 7, 2025
Dreher High School art teacher Katie Pfrommer has been named the 2025 South Carolina Art Educator of the Year by the South Carolina Art Education Association (SCAEA). The award recognizes…
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Jeff Lawler joins Sandhills School Board of Trustees
October 3, 2025
Jeff Lawler, a local REALTOR® with Live Oak Real Estate, has recently been appointed to the Sandhills School Board of Trustees, a premier independent school in Columbia, SC. Lawler brings…
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Richland Library to host Cancer Awareness and Survivorship Series
October 2, 2025
Partnership with SC Cancer Alliance Brings Awareness Series to Blythewood and Eastover Locations Richland Library is partnering with the South Carolina Cancer Alliance to present Chapters for Change, a series of free, educational sessions designed…
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City of Columbia to participate in USC Community Health Fair
October 2, 2025
Who: University of South Carolina, City of Columbia, Charles R. Drew Wellness Center and other health partners What: The City of Columbia will participate in the University of South Carolina’s Community Health…
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Historic Columbia October 2025 Events
October 2, 2025
Fall in love with all the events Historic Columbia (HC) has to offer in the coming weeks. From Trunk or Treat to the Fall Plant Sale, there is something for…
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Registrar
October 1, 2025
Registrar University of South Carolina Upstate STA00797PO25 Spartanburg, SC The Registrar is responsible for the overall administration for the Office of Records, Registration and Veterans Affairs. This includes planning, implementation,…
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SC Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities accepting applications for 2026-2027
October 1, 2025
The South Carolina Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities, a top-ranked public, residential high school for artistically talented students, is now accepting applications for the 2026-2027 school year and…
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A.C. Flora Girls Tennis wins Belton Hall of Fame Classic
September 30, 2025A.C. Flora High School’s girls tennis team won the 2025 Belton Hall of Fame Classic. The tournament, featuring the top eight girls tennis teams from across South Carolina, was held…
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State of the University highlights past achievements and future goals
September 30, 2025President Michael Amiridis reflected on the achievements of the past year and looked to the future in his State of the University address on Wednesday, September 17, 2025, in the…
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SCETV launches new series Kitchen Curious with Vivian Howard, blending kitchen wisdom, storytelling and everyday cooking
September 30, 2025
South Carolina ETV and Public Radio (SCETV) presents Kitchen Curious with Vivian Howard, a new half-hour food series that explores everyday kitchen questions — and the deeper stories behind them.…
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USC officially designates center, approves state budget request during board meeting
September 30, 2025
The University of South Carolina’s Board of Trustees met Friday (Sept. 26) and designated a new center for autism research, approved a systemwide state budget request and reaffirmed the institution’s…
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Lander named among region’s Best Colleges
September 25, 2025
Lander University has once again been recognized as one of the South’s top destinations for higher education, ranking prominently in the 2026 U.S. News & World Report “Best Colleges” rankings.…
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