City of Columbia breaks ground to celebrate the revitalization efforts in Historic Lower Waverly/Martin Luther King community
February 26, 2025
The City of Columbia in partnership with the TN Development Corporation hosted a groundbreaking celebration on Wednesday, February 26, 2025, to recognize four single-family homes that are to be constructed…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: government, on-the-move
Richland Library introduces InterPlay Academy
February 25, 2025
Helping Job Seekers Enter Skilled Trades Richland Library is expanding its commitment to workforce development with the introduction of InterPlay Academy, a new e-resource designed to equip job seekers with the training and…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: government, on-the-move
South Carolina export sales total $38 billion in 2024, the highest volume since 2019
February 25, 2025
Automotive continues to be dominant industry for the state’s exports Governor Henry McMaster, the South Carolina Department of Commerce (S.C. Commerce) and South Carolina Ports (SC Ports) today announced that…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: government, on-the-move
Emily Heatwole Keeney appointed Adams and Reese GR Team Leader
February 24, 2025
South Carolina Government Affairs Advisor Emily Heatwole Keeney has been appointed as Adams and Reese Government Relations Team Leader across the law firm’s national footprint. Ms. Keeney fills the role…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: government, law, on-the-move
Advertisement of Vacancies on Various Boards and Commissions
February 24, 2025
The City of Columbia is now accepting applications to fill several vacancies on the following boards and commissions. BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS Seeking to fill two (2) vacancies. The…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: government, on-the-move
In Memoriam: Master Police Officer Christopher “Chris” Santos Carrizales
February 20, 2025
January 31, 1968 – February 19, 2025 With deep respect and gratitude, Mayor Daniel J. Rickenmann, City Manager Teresa Wilson, Columbia Police Chief Skip Holbrook, and the entire City of Columbia…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: government, on-the-move
City of Columbia to host groundbreaking celebration to recognize revitalization efforts in Historic Lower Waverly/Martin Luther King community
February 20, 2025
Who: TN Development Corporation, Community Development Department, Mayor Daniel Rickenmann and Councilman Ed McDowell What: The City of Columbia is hosting a groundbreaking celebration to recognize four single-family homes that are to…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: government, on-the-move
City of Columbia Planning Division seeks Pedestrian and Bicyclist Counts volunteers
February 20, 2025
The City of Columbia Planning Division is seeking volunteers to help conduct routine Pedestrian and Bicyclist Counts throughout Columbia. By counting pedestrians and bicyclists, volunteers help to ensure that all…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: government, on-the-move
Renewal Season is in full effect for Business Licensing!
February 19, 2025
Please utilize either the new online portal at https://columbiasc.hdlgov.com/ or with the QR code below You can also utilize the Statewide Renewal Portal at https://www.localblrenewal.com/ Benefits to using our new online portal: Convenience: Renew…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: government, on-the-move
City Council Highlights | Tuesday, February 18, 2025
February 19, 2025
To begin the City Council meeting this evening (Tuesday, February 18, 2025), City Council presented several proclamations including Jayme Hill’s Kidz Kindness Day and Corey Mitchell Multiple Sclerosis Foundation Day. Born in 2018,…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: government, on-the-move
PHENOGY AG outlines growth strategy in Columbia, strengthening City’s role in clean energy innovation
February 19, 2025
PHENOGY AG, a Swiss-based energy storage startup, outlined its growth strategy in Columbia, reinforcing the city’s position as a hub for clean energy innovation. “Columbia is the ideal launchpad for…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: business-services, government, on-the-move
Advertisement of vacancies on various boards and commissions
February 18, 2025
The City of Columbia is now accepting applications to fill several vacancies on the following boards and commissions. BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS Seeking to fill two (2) vacancies. The Board…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: government, on-the-move
City of Columbia welcomes PHENOGY Inc. to Columbia for their future US Headquarters in the Capital City
February 18, 2025
WHO: Mayor Pro-Tem Will Brennan, Columbia Economic Development, PHENOGY Inc., Columbia World Affairs Council, Columbia Metropolitan Airport and the University of South Carolina. WHAT: Mayor Pro-Tem Will Brennan, Co-Founder and CEO of…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: government, on-the-move
Conservative voters continue strong support for conservation
February 18, 2025
In a state-wide poll, Republican primary voters express significant support for conservation and resilience efforts across South Carolina. A new state-wide poll of 1,200 GOP voters conducted by Sustain SC…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc, laurenscountybuzz Category: environmental, government, on-the-move
Design/Development Review Commission | Thursday, February 20, 2025
February 17, 2025
On Thursday, February 20, 2025, the Design/Development Review Commission meeting will be held at 4:00 p.m. at City Hall, 1737 Main Street, Columbia, SC 29201. Members of the public and/or…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: government, on-the-move
Iota Omicron Sigma Alumnae Chapter and Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. to host annual Youth Symposium
February 17, 2025
WHO: City of Columbia Parks and Recreation, Iota Omicron Sigma Chapter, and Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. WHAT: The Iota Omicron Sigma Alumnae Chapter of Sigma Gamm Rho Sorority, Inc. will…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: government, on-the-move
Columbia World Affairs Council merges with Columbia Council for Internationals
February 14, 2025
The merger expands regional capacities to host international leaders & students and to connect with more American professionals & families in the Midlands The Columbia World Affairs Council (CWAC) announces…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: business-services, economic-development, education, entrepreneurship, government, hotels, local-industry, marketing-and-communications, media, non-profit, on-the-move
Over 350 S.C. Cooperative Extension professionals donate supplies to Rapid Shelter Columbia as part of the statewide conference
February 14, 2025
More than 350 Cooperative Extension professionals from across South Carolina came together for a statewide service project to support Rapid Shelter Columbia during the second biennial South Carolina Joint Cooperative…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: education, government, on-the-move
Iota Omicron Sigma Alumnae Chapter and Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. to host annual Youth Symposium
February 13, 2025
WHO: City of Columbia Parks and Recreation, Iota Omicron Sigma Chapter, and Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. WHAT: The Iota Omicron Sigma Alumnae Chapter of Sigma Gamm Rho Sorority, Inc. will…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: government, on-the-move
Rapid Shelter Columbia to receive donations from the South Carolina Cooperative Extension Conference
February 12, 2025
Who: Mayor Daniel Rickenmann, Clemson Cooperative Extension, SC State University 1890 Research & Extension, and Rapid Shelter Columbia. What: The SC Joint Cooperative Extension Conference, which involves Clemson University and SC State…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: government, on-the-move
City of Columbia and Dominion Energy to hold annual tree trimming community meeting
February 11, 2025
Who: The City of Columbia Forestry and Beautification Department and Dominion Energy What: This forum will provide information regarding tree trimming near utility distribution lines scheduled for 2025. Topics covered will include…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: government, on-the-move
Columbia Streams Art public art program extends deadline for submissions of artist micro-grants
February 11, 2025
Twenty Local artists will be awarded micro-grants in amounts ranging from $500 to $1,500 The City of Columbia’s Columbia Streams Art program is extending the deadline for submissions to the micro-grants to…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: government, on-the-move
City of Columbia selected to receive additional funding to continue the Youth Climate Action Fund Program supported by Bloomberg Philanthropies
February 11, 2025
The City of Columbia has been awarded an additional $100,000 from Bloomberg Philanthropies to extend the Youth Climate Action Fund microgrant program for another year. Building on the success of…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: government, on-the-move
City of Columbia office of Special Events to host seminar regarding information on potential funding opportunities for Special Events
February 11, 2025
Who: Harold Reaves, City of Columbia Special Events Coordinator, Tina Saxon, Grants Coordinator for the City of Columbia, and Laura Truell, Instructor of Sports Entertainment Management for the University of South…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: government, on-the-move
Columbia Parks and Recreation Department announces 2025 Spring Break Camp
February 11, 2025
Who: City of Columbia Parks and Recreation Department What: Columbia Parks and Recreation is offering a fun and engaging way for kids to spend Spring Break. This exciting camp will offer learning…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: environmental, government, on-the-move
Advertisement of Vacancies on Various Boards and Commissions
February 10, 2025
The City of Columbia is now accepting applications to fill several vacancies on the following boards and commissions. BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS Seeking to fill two (2) vacancies. The Board…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: government, on-the-move
Rapid Shelter Columbia to receive donations from the South Carolina Cooperative Extension Conference
February 10, 2025
Who: Mayor Daniel Rickenmann, Clemson Cooperative Extension, SC State University 1890 Research & Extension, and Rapid Shelter Columbia. What: The SC Cooperative Extension Joint Conference, which involves Clemson University and SC State…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: government, on-the-move
Advertisement of vacancies on various boards and commissions
February 10, 2025
The City of Columbia is now accepting applications to fill several vacancies on the following boards and commissions. BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS Seeking to fill two (2) vacancies. The Board…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: government, on-the-move
Global expedition leader begins DAY ONE as new director of the S.C. Department of Natural Resources
February 10, 2025Mullikin received three unanimous confirmations in run-up to new post By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Dr. Tom Mullikin – acclaimed global expedition leader, attorney, university professor, retired two-star military commander,…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: government, on-the-move
City Council approves the installation of T2 Cosmo Pay Stations on Main Street
February 6, 2025
During this evening’s City Council Meeting, City Council approved the installation of twelve (12) T2 Cosmo Pay Stations on Main Street (Item #3). This project directly correlates to the City…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: government, on-the-move
City of Columbia extends partnership with Instacart for Grocery Access Pilot Program
February 4, 2025
City of Columbia announces a one-year extension of the Grocery Access Pilot (GAP) program in partnership with Instacart. This initiative aims to continue combating food insecurity and reducing diet-related illnesses across the…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: government, on-the-move
Governor Henry McMaster, Together SC, United Way Association of SC and AmeriCorps SC announce 2025 Governor’s Volunteer Award recipients
February 4, 2025Honoring the State’s Most Dedicated Volunteers at the SC Nonprofit Summit Henry McMaster, Governor of South Carolina, Together SC, United Way Association of SC, and AmeriCorps SC are proud to…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: government, non-profit, on-the-move
Advertisement of vacancies on various boards and commissions
January 31, 2025
The City of Columbia is now accepting applications to fill several vacancies on the following boards and commissions. BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS Seeking to fill two (2) vacancies. The Board…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: government, on-the-move
City of Columbia to host Talent Retention Fair
January 31, 2025
WHO: City of Columbia, Columbia Chamber of Commerce, Columbia Opportunity Resource, and Midlands Business Leadership Group WHAT Join us for the first ever Columbia Talent Retention Fair, an exciting event designed…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: government, on-the-move
The City of Columbia’s Office of Neighborhood Safety and Engagement awarded Opioid Recovery Fund
January 30, 2025
The City of Columbia Office of Neighborhood Safety and Engagement (formerly the Office of Violent Crime Prevention) was awarded funding from the South Carolina Opioid Recovery Fund (SCORF) to combat…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: government, on-the-move
City of Columbia celebrates the winners of the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Dream Keeper Scholarships and the Honor the Dream Food Drive
January 30, 2025
The City of Columbia would like to celebrate the winners of the 2025 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Dream Keeper Scholarships and the Honor the Dream Food Drive. These winners…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: education, government, on-the-move
Ribbon cutting for “The Game Show Challenge”
January 30, 2025
Who: Mayor Daniel J. Rickenmann, City of Columbia Economic Development, the Vista Guild Executive Director Abby Anderson, and “The Game Show Challenge” owner Josh Brickey. What: Mayor Daniel J. Rickenmann, City of…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: government, on-the-move
Katrina Shealy honored for legislative leadership
January 30, 2025Senator Katrina Shealy, who served in the S.C. Senate from 2012-2024, was honored as the 2025 Riley-Wilkins OneSouthCarolina Legislative Leadership Award winner for her commitment to some of the most…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: government, headlines, non-profit, on-the-move
SC Chamber responds to Governor McMaster’s 2025 State of the State Address
January 30, 2025
In response to Governor Henry McMaster’s 2025 State of the State address, South Carolina Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Mike Brenan released the following statement: “Tonight, Governor McMaster reminded…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: chamber, government, on-the-move
Health, Social and Environmental Affairs Committee recap | January 28, 2025
January 30, 2025
The City of Columbia’s Health, Social and Environmental Affairs Committee convened with City of Columbia leadership and staff to discuss key priorities and strategies for 2025. These focus areas directly…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: government, on-the-move
Columbia Animal Services provides two FREE adoption events this weekend
January 30, 2025
City of Columbia Animal Services starts February off strong with TWO free adoption events! Saturday, February 1, 2025 “Meow or Never” Adoption Special Location: Columbia Animal Shelter, 127 Humane Lane, Columbia,…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: government, on-the-move
S.C. Treasurer Curtis Loftis celebrates National Unclaimed Property Day
January 30, 2025
In observance of February 1 being National Unclaimed Property Day, State Treasurer Curtis Loftis announced that more than 800,000 new properties have been reported to the State’s Unclaimed Property Program.…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc, laurenscountybuzz Category: government, on-the-move
Application process open for Hospitality Tax Grant Funding Fiscal Year 2025-2026
January 30, 2025
The City of Columbia started to accept applications for Hospitality Tax Grant Funding for the 2025-2026 Fiscal Year (July 1, 2025 – June 30, 2026) on Thursday, January 23, 2025.…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: government, non-profit, on-the-move
Governor Outlines Bold Vision for South Carolina in State of the State Address
January 29, 2025
In his annual State of the State address, Governor Henry McMaster reflected on South Carolina’s successes in 2024, acknowledged challenges ahead, and laid out an ambitious vision for the future.…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc, laurenscountybuzz Category: government, headlines, on-the-move
Access Richland County grant opportunities through Sunday, Feb. 2
January 29, 2025
Organizations in Richland County that promote tourism or offer community-based programs and services have until Sunday, Feb. 2 to apply for grants online. The County’s Grants Department is accepting applications for FY2026…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: government, on-the-move
Pope Flynn governmental law attorney Ginny Bozeman receives certification as South Carolina State Court Mediator
January 29, 2025
Virginia “Ginny” Bozeman, a governmental law attorney with Pope Flynn, a Columbia-headquartered law firm that focuses on governmental and public finance matters, has been certified as a South Carolina Court…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: government, law, on-the-move
Columbia Parks & Recreation Department launches new Park & Play recreational van
January 28, 2025The mobile activity center will serve as a vital resource to reach underserved communities by providing accessible, free, and engaging recreational activities for families and children. *Please note location below*…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: education, government, on-the-move
Entrepreneur Minute – Mike Switzer, Voterheads
January 28, 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…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: entrepreneurship, government, on-the-move, podcast
S.C. Commerce announces 2025 Relentless Challenge, StimulateSC grant awards
January 28, 2025
13 projects across the state receive funds to support innovation and entrepreneurship The South Carolina Department of Commerce (S.C. Commerce) announced the recipients of its 2025 Relentless Challenge and StimulateSC grants,…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc, laurenscountybuzz Category: government, on-the-move
New training center under development in Richland County
January 27, 2025
Richland County announced a new regional training center that will provide 41,000 square feet of workforce industry muscle – designed to drive economic development initiatives into the future. The purchase…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: economic-development, government, on-the-move
