South Carolina State Fair Accepting Entries for 2022 Competitive Exhibits
July 6, 2022
The South Carolina State Fair is now accepting entries for this year’s competitive exhibits, which will be on display Oct. 12-23, 2022, at the S.C. State Fair. The annual exhibits will…
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Full slate of patriotic events planned for July 4 on the Hammock Coast
July 3, 2022
South Carolina’s Hammock Coast® has a full slate of Independence Day activities for locals and tourists alike as Americans celebrate the freedoms they enjoy. Whether people are in search of…
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Dance competition has $50K first prize
June 27, 2022
EL3VATE Convention and Dance Crew Competition is June 30-July 2 The EL3VATE Convention and Dance Crew Competition is offering cash prizes of $50,000 (first place), $25,000 (second place) and $12,500…
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South Carolina ETV announces Hopkins teacher selected for 2022 class of PBS Digital Innovator All-Star Program
June 27, 2022
Lekena Ackerman recognized as an educational leader in South Carolina community PBS and South Carolina ETV (SCETV) announced Lekena Ackerman from Southeast Middle School as a member of the 2022…
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Richland County Recreation Commission announces lineup of summer camps and activities
June 27, 2022The Richland County Recreation Commission (RCRC) is releasing their Game Plan Summer Guide that offers various events such as: family activities, special events and athletic programs for residents of all…
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South Carolina ETV digital series “Carolina Snaps” returns with new episodes June 21
June 22, 2022
South Carolina ETV (SCETV) today announced the premiere of a new season of its digital series, Carolina Snaps. Voiced by members of SCETV staff, each one-minute episode gives viewers a…
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American Masters presents the U.S. broadcast premiere of Brian Wilson: Long Promised Road
June 11, 2022
Features an original song written by Wilson and Jim James and interviews with Bruce Springsteen, Elton John, Nick Jonas, Jakob Dylan, Gustavo Dudamel and others The principal originator of the…
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Wingard’s Market offering boat rides to view purple martin spectacle on Lake Murray
June 8, 2022
Join Wingard’s Market Naturalist and USCG Captain Zach Steinhauser or Rick Crout for a pontoon tour of the largest purple martin roost in North America, here in Lake Murray. Zach…
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2022 South Carolina Arts Awards to be broadcast on South Carolina ETV
June 6, 2022
The South Carolina Arts Commission (SCAC) and University of South Carolina McKissick Museum are announcing an exciting first: the South Carolina Arts Awards ceremony will be broadcast on television Monday,…
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Charleston Heritage Federation announces new events and activities for summer 2022
June 6, 2022
Charleston’s historic sites, museums and cultural organizations that make up the Charleston Heritage Federation (CHF) announced a number of exciting activities and events for summer that bring the history of…
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“By The River” receives Communicator Award
June 2, 2022
Season 4 recognized with Award of Distinction South Carolina ETV (SCETV) today announced that Season 4 of its weekly, 30-minute, literature-focused series, By The River, received an Award of Distinction…
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South Carolina ETV wins 19 Telly awards
June 2, 2022
Shows and programs take gold, silver and bronze recognition in various categories South Carolina ETV (SCETV) received a total of 19 Telly awards when the list of winners was released.…
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Purple Haze: A Conservation Film screening at Charleston Terrace Theatre
May 31, 2022Zach Steinhauser will be partnering with the Charleston Audubon Society for a screening of Purple Haze: A Conservation Film, his documentary on one of the many wonders of South Carolina,…
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More Than Rhythm: A Black Music Series returns with Benny Starr
May 31, 2022
Celebrate Black Music Month with a free talk and concert at the CMA The Columbia Museum of Art presents More Than Rhythm: A Black Music Series with Benny Starr, the…
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Tacos ‘N Tequila Fiesta announces new location at Trailblazer Park
May 25, 2022
Hold that taco! The hallmark Tacos ‘N Tequila Fiesta will have a new location at Trailblazer Park in Travelers Rest on June 5. The event was slated for the Judson…
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Harvey Brown promoted to Director of IT
May 25, 2022
With over 28 years of experience, Brown will lead the agency’s information technology efforts South Carolina ETV and Public Radio (SCETV) has promoted Harvey Brown to Director of Information Technology…
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New Legacy of Courage podcast explores the pivotal role South Carolina played in the Civil Rights Movement
May 23, 2022
Discover South Carolina, the WeGOJA Foundation, and the US Civil Rights Trail have released a podcast series highlighting significant moments in South Carolina history that helped shape the national Civil…
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South Carolina ETV receives four Southeast EMMY nominations
May 16, 2022
Awards recognize some of the greatest television work in the Southeast The Regional Southeast EMMY® Chapter of the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences (NATAS) recently announced nominations for…
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Reggaetronic Music Festival returns to Lake Murray
May 10, 2022
The 9th annual Reggaetronic Lake Murray Music Festival is returning to Spence Island for some fun in the sun on Lake Murray on 4 June 2022 accessible by boat only.…
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SCETV announces new Chief Public Information Officer
May 9, 2022
Landon Masters joins SCETV team to lead communications efforts South Carolina ETV (SCETV) today announced Landon Masters as the new Chief Public Information Officer. This position will lead communications, branding…
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“Making It Grow” remembers longtime friend during special episode
May 3, 2022
Program honors and celebrates the legacy of Tony Melton during “A Tribute to Tony Melton” On April 26, a special episode of the South Carolina ETV (SCETV) series Making It…
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First-ever “Carolina Shout Festival” comes to Harbison Theatre at MTC; Outdoor show with food, drinks, and fun on May 7
May 1, 2022
Harbison Theatre at Midlands Technical College announced the inaugural Carolina Shout Festival. The show on May 7 at 3:00pm will be produced by Reggie Sullivan. It will feature area artists…
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Sumner Bender named executive director of The Nickelodeon
April 29, 2022
Sumner Bender, an educator in Lexington-Richland School District 5 and president of the board of Trustus Theatre, will become the new executive director of The Nickelodeon arthouse theater on June…
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Art Blossoms blooms again with four dazzling days of flowers and fun
April 25, 2022
Annual exhibition fundraiser brings flower power to the Columbia Museum of Art Spring has sprung, Mother’s Day weekend is around the corner, and the Columbia Museum of Art is gearing…
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Local food vendors bring cultural and traditional cuisine to Cayce’s Soiree on State
April 18, 2022
The City of Cayce is thrilled to announce the food vendors for the return of their premiere Springtime event, the Soiree on State; held on Saturday, April 23, 2022. The…
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South Carolina ETV’s ‘Downing of a Flag’ nominated for Peabody Award
April 14, 2022
Chosen out of 1,300 entries, the documentary is one of 60 nominated for prestigious award Downing of a Flag, a two-hour, two-part documentary film that focuses on the history of…
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Harbison Theatre at Midlands Technical College welcomes Junie B. Jones: The Musical
April 12, 2022
Beloved children’s character comes to life in family-friendly musical. The Columbia Children’s Theatre (CCT) presents two shows of its production of Junie B. Jones: The Musical. Harbison Theatre at Midlands…
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The Unumb Center for Neurodevelopment is hosting Happy Glampers, a fundraiser benefiting Camp U at Camp Cole
April 7, 2022
Come glamp with us! The Unumb Center for Neurodevelopment invites the community to join them at Stone River on Tuesday, May 17th from 5-9pm for Happy Glampers, a night of…
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YouTube sensation brings pop music crossovers to the Midlands
April 4, 2022
Harbison Theatre at Midlands Technical College presents Postmodern Jukebox “Bringing Pop Music Back in Time” A unique concert for music lovers of all ages is coming to Harbison Theatre at…
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Lil Satchmo screening offers season seven preview of PBS’ Reel South
March 31, 2022
Public media partnership elevates southern voices Reel South announces 6 new acquisitions to premiere as part of the PBS series’ seventh broadcast season for national release. Viewers will have a…
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40th Annual St. Pat’s in Five Points returns this Saturday
March 16, 2022
All Roads Lead to Five Points for Columbia’s Favorite Irish Fest on March 19th! After a two-year hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Five Points Association is pleased to…
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Steel Hands Brewing launches ‘Steel Paws’
March 14, 2022
BEER BENEFITTING CANINE FRIENDS. Steel Hands Brewing is excited to announce the launch of a new charitable mission, ‘Steel Paws’. Steel Paws will provide year-round support for canine initiatives focused…
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Get involved in the City of West Columbia’s Kinetic Derby Day
March 9, 2022
On Saturday, April 23, 2022, the streets of West Columbia will be filled with art, soapbox racing, and an obstacle course with thousands of people gathering together for West Columbia’s…
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Soiree on State returns to Cayce’s River Arts District
March 8, 2022The City of Cayce is thrilled to announce the return of the Soiree on State, to be held on Saturday, April 23, 2022. The City has partnered with the Avenues…
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South Carolina Public Radio show ‘On the Keys’ hits milestone
February 23, 2022
Local music series celebrates 500th episode South Carolina Public Radio series, On the Keys, is tuned to celebrate its 500th episode on Thursday, February 24, 2022, at 8 p.m. David…
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MicroWedding Expo Press Release
February 14, 2022
Prime & Prim Studio of The Arts, is excited to announce next year’s Micro Wedding Expo at the newly renovated historic Hampton Preston Mansion on March 27, 2022. The Micro…
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South Carolina ETV now streaming live on DIRECTV STREAM
February 2, 2022
‘Making It Grow,’ ‘Palmetto Scene,’ ‘This Week in South Carolina’ and more now included in DirectTV livestream South Carolina ETV (SCETV) announced today that it is now live streaming on…
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The Red Velvet Cake War
January 22, 2022
Mix three cups of family drama, two tablespoons of zaniness, a pinch of summer heat & what do you get? The Red Velvet Cake War at Town Theatre! Any way…
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The Richland County Recreation Commission (RCRC) and the Richland County Sheriff’s Department announce the Gang Awareness Hoop Fest
January 19, 2022
The Richland County Recreation Commission (RCRC) and the Richland County Sheriff’s Department announce the Gang Awareness Hoop Fest starting January 22 at 4 pm at Eastover Park. This free event,…
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Battle at BullStreet tickets on-sale tomorrow
January 13, 2022
Clemson vs South Carolina at Segra Park tickets to go on sale 10 am Friday The Columbia Fireflies, Experience Columbia SC Sports, the University of South Carolina Athletics Department and…
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Aquila Theatre Company presents a stage version of F. Scott Fitzgerald’s iconic “The Great Gatsby” at the Newberry Opera House
January 10, 2022
Adapted from novel to play, the quintessential American Jazz Age story about millionaire Jay Gatsby and his obsession with former lover Daisy Buchanan will come to the Newberry Opera House…
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Sheriff presents Beanie Babies to performing angels
December 16, 2021
By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Sheriff Leon Lott and the Richland County Sheriff’s Department presented 12 ‘Beanie Babies,’ one each to eight little angels and four teenage ballerina angels who…
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A Conversation with Bob Moran, Charleston Tennis LLC
November 17, 2021
In July 2021, Charleston Tennis, LLC announced Credit One Bank as the new title sponsor of the WTA 500 tennis tournament hosted in Charleston, SC. The tennis tournament will celebrate…
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Apollo Amateur Night champion Brittany Turnipseed, Rod Foster & Company to perform at the Columbia Museum of Art – Nov 7
November 1, 2021
WHAT: Chaye Alexander presents Live on Boyd Plaza: The Soul Jazz Experience Spend the afternoon with sultry soul and jazz songstress and Apollo Amateur Night Champion Brittany Turnipseed, backed by…
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Apollo Amateur Night Champion Brittany Turnipseed, Rod Foster & Company to perform at the Columbia Museum of Art
October 30, 2021
WHAT: Chaye Alexander presents Live on Boyd Plaza: The Soul Jazz Experience Spend the afternoon with sultry soul and jazz songstress and Apollo Amateur Night Champion Brittany Turnipseed, backed by…
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The Excursion Show embarks on Lake Murray Country
October 20, 2021
The Excursion Show TV crew embarked on the Lake Murray Country region to film two episodes of The Excursion Show, airing on Bally Sports Southeast. The crew explored the Lake…
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Gramophone Artist of the Year headed to the Columbia Museum of Art
October 18, 2021
Season premiere of CMA Chamber Music on Main features violinist James Ehnes The Columbia Museum of Art announces the triumphant return of CMA Chamber Music on Main, the critically acclaimed,…
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The South Carolina State Fair welcomes more than 20,000 guests on opening day
October 14, 2021
The 152nd anniversary South Carolina State Fair opened its gates to an enthusiastic crowd as 22,266 visitors flocked to the fairgrounds for the fair’s opening day, Oct. 13. It marked…
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How to Make the Most of this Year’s South Carolina State Fair
October 6, 2021
The 152nd South Carolina State Fair returns Oct. 13-24, 2021, with a full lineup of traditional favorites and a variety of new rides, foods, entertainment and the return of the…
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South Carolina State Fair discount tickets available starting Sept. 8
September 8, 2021
Save time and money by buying early online or at participating Circle K locations Discount admission and ride tickets for this year’s South Carolina State Fair will go on sale…
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