Angie Aparo joins forces with USC School of Music Dean Tayloe Harding for Rockin’ Resolutions Fundraiser
November 29, 2023
Renowned singer/songwriter Angie Aparo, recognized for his multi-platinum successes, is set to headline the upcoming Rockin’ Resolutions Fundraiser, a musical celebration organized by the University of South Carolina School of…
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Dawn Staley, Coach and Olympian, to receive 2023 Global Vision Award
November 20, 2023
The Columbia World Affairs Council announced Coach Dawn Staley as the 2023 Global Vision Award recipient. An Olympic gold medalist, American Basketball Hall of Famer, and head coach of women’s…
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Giti Tire awarded winner of 2023 Formula DRIFT Tire Manufacturer Cup
November 7, 2023
RICHBURG, SC – Giti Tire, one of the world’s largest tire manufacturers, announced it is the recipient of the prestigious 2023 Formula DRIFT Tire Manufacturer Cup. This recognition cements Giti…
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Eventfully Chic by Parris selected Best Event Planner in Columbia, SC
October 24, 2023Eventfully Chic by Parris, a certified wedding and special event planning business in the midlands, is overjoyed to share that they have been recognized as Columbia, SC’s Best Event Planner…
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City of Cayce announces fun & flavorful food and beverage vendors for Cayce Fall Fest
September 19, 2023
The City of Cayce is excited to announce an exciting array of authentic, delicious, as well as several locally-owned, food and drink vendors for Cayce Fall Fest! Fall Fest will…
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TravelBoom launches newly designed Website at MBN.com
September 19, 2023
MBN.com, Myrtle Beach’s top tee time and golf package site, has launched its newly renovated website in partnership with TravelBoom, MBN.com is now poised to better direct users to the…
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The newest addition to Columbia Connectors
August 30, 2023
The Columbia Connectors announce Lauren Johnson as the group’s new Connectors Coordinator. Lauren will be joining the Connectors with a passion for driving community engagement and fostering the future of…
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Stanley L. Myers selected as Leadership in Law Honoree
August 28, 2023
Moore Bradley Myers (MBM) Partner, Stanley Myers, has been selected as a 2023 Leadership in Law Honoree by South Carolina Lawyers Weekly. The annual award celebrates lawyers who are setting…
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South Carolina Green Industry Association announces the details of the 20th Annual Fall Field Day
August 23, 2023The South Carolina Green Industry Association presents their 20th Annual Fall Field Day on Wednesday, September 20, 2023 at Modern Turf, located at 5740 Peach Orchard Road in Dalzell, SC.…
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Clancy & Theys Construction Company taps Brandon Scott & Matthew Praytor for Upstate, SC office
August 16, 2023
Fills Role as VP Upstate Division Manager & VP Project Development and Operations Clancy & Theys Construction Company has hired Brandon Scott as the Vice President, Upstate Division Manager and…
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Fiber Industries establishes sustainability hub Darlington Green
July 11, 2023
South Carolina’s Sustainability Hub for the Textiles and Packaging Industry Anchored by Darling Fibers Fiber Industries, the largest domestic producer of high-quality polyester staple fiber, today announced the establishment of…
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Wingard’s Market selected for June feature in National Publication
June 21, 2023
Wingard’s Market’s Backyard Nature Center and innovative gardening concepts has been selected for the June edition of Garden Center Magazine’s “Spotted” feature. Tucked inside the newly expanded Wingard’s Produce Center,…
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SCEDA announces winners of its Rising Star Award
June 12, 2023
The South Carolina Economic Developers’ Association (SCEDA) is excited to announce Caroline A. Warner, Director of Community Development for the South Carolina Power Team, and Dolton Williams, Executive Director of…
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SCEDA names Jeff Ruble “Local Developer of the Year”
June 12, 2023The South Carolina Economic Developers’ Association (SCEDA) announced Jeff Ruble, Director of Richland County Economic Development, as the winner of its “Local Developer of the Year” award. Ruble received the…
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Chernoff Newman awarded multi-year contracts by two South Carolina agencies
May 2, 2023
Recent announcements reflect new, existing state agency partnerships Chernoff Newman, a top-ranking Southeastern agency and South Carolina’s longest-standing and most prominent integrated marketing communications firm has been selected to provide…
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Steel Hands Brewing to launch Summer Ambassador program
April 17, 2023
Steel Hands Brewing’s Summer Ambassador search is officially open! Steel Hands Brewing is on the hunt for a creative brand Ambassador to spend three months creating compelling content and adventurous…
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GaffneyLewis ADR open for mediation in South Carolina
April 10, 2023
Amy Gaffney and Regina Hollins Lewis announced the formation of their new mediation firm, GaffneyLewis ADR. Alongside their already well-established litigation firm, Gaffney Lewis LLC, the firm will support Amy…
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Chernoff Newman takes home most wins at AAF Midlands awards ceremony
March 30, 2023
The integrated communications agency received 19 ADDYs for creative excellence Chernoff Newman, a long-standing and leading integrated communications agency based in the Southeast, received 19 accolades at the 2023 American…
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Wingard’s Market announces details of 2023 Spring Fling
March 8, 2023
The Spring Fling will be held on Friday, March 10, from 9 AM – 6 PM, and Saturday, March 11, from 9 AM – 5 PM. This year, Wingard’s will…
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Chernoff Newman recruits esteemed global media executive to senior leadership
March 6, 2023
Matt Rayner joins agency as Executive Media Director Chernoff Newman, a long-standing and leading integrated communications agency based in the Southeast, has appointed Matt Rayner as its new executive media…
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A year of learning opportunities at UWS
February 13, 2023
As spring is upon us, where at the school will be hosting numerous classes, courses, and skill based workshops at our location in Tamassee SC. We have 33 acres for…
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Emily Tarney, CFP® named to Pacesetter’s Club at Morgan Stanley Wealth Management
February 7, 2023
Morgan Stanley (NYSE: MS) today announced that Emily Tarney, CFP®, a Financial Advisor with The Rast McFadden Wealth Management Group in Columbia has been named to the Firm’s Pacesetter’s Club,…
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David May named president of Cyberwoven
February 1, 2023
Cyberwoven, a South Carolina-based brand, web, and marketing firm located in Downtown Columbia, is excited to announce David May as President. Reporting to Ben Rex, Cyberwoven’s CEO, and founder, May…
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The Cayce Police Department is accepting donations for Shop with a Cop
November 17, 2022The Cayce Police Department is accepting donations for their annual Shop with a Cop Event, December 22nd. Our goal is for each child to receive $150 to spend on Christmas…
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Lexington One Educational Foundation awards $10,000 in Michelin VEX Robotics Grants
November 3, 2022The Lexington County School District One Educational Foundation recently awarded $10,000 in Michelin VEX Robotics Grants to Lexington District One middle and high school VEX Robotics team. These grants are…
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Annual Christmas in Cayce – Dec 1-3
October 19, 2022
The City of Cayce announced its family-fun Christmas in Cayce events, featuring the Christmas in Cayce Drive-Thru, Carols Along the Riverwalk and Christmas Traditions Holiday Open House, December 1-3rd. Christmas…
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Richland County Recreation Commission hosts Skills and Drills Combine with the Richland County High School Player of the Year Nominees
October 12, 2022Join the Richland County Recreation Commission (RCRC) for a Skills and Drills Combine with the Richland County High School Player of the Year Nominees. This free 2-hour football combine-style clinic…
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Shayla Riley heads new development division of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Midlands Real Estate, Raising Columbia SC
October 10, 2022
Riley joins the firm as President of New Construction Sales and Development Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices (BHHS) Midlands Real Estate announced the launch of Raising Columbia SC, a new residential real…
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Reynolds announces new leadership roles
October 5, 2022The Reynolds Company, a Greenville-based subsidiary of Itochu International, Inc, announced the retirement of Neel Reynolds, CEO, effective October 1, 2022. Neel will continue to lead as Senior Advisor to…
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Cayce Police Department announces Night Out Against Crime
October 3, 2022The Cayce Police Department is gearing up for their Night Out Against Crime event, taking place October 4th from 6-8 PM at the Cayce Police Department, located at 2 Lavern…
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Nominees for Richland County High School Player of the Year–Football have been selected
October 3, 2022
The Richland County Recreation Commission announced the nominees for the 2022 Richland County High School Player of the Year–Football Award. This prestigious award is presented annually to the top varsity…
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Garvin Design Group’s Liza Brockman joins Leadership Columbia Class of 2023
September 12, 2022
Garvin Design Group Interior Designer Liza Brockman has been named to the Leadership Columbia class of 2023. She joins a cohort of 61 emerging community leaders participating in the Columbia…
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South Carolina State Fair discount tickets are now available
September 7, 2022
Discount admission and ride tickets for the 153rd annual South Carolina State Fair are on sale now through Tuesday, Oct. 11. Patrons can save up to 50% by purchasing S.C.…
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Prime & Prim Week in Columbia, SC
August 11, 2022
Pretty Pennies, Every Penny Counts will be partnering with its parent company, Prime and Prim Studio of the Arts to sponsor a week dedicated to the arts. Known as Prime…
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South Carolina State Fair is now hiring temporary positions
August 3, 2022
The South Carolina State Fair, the state’s largest annual event, is now accepting temporary employment applications for this year’s 12-day fair, which takes place Oct.12-23, 2022, at the S.C. State…
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Columbia architecture, interiors & planning firm Garvin Design Group celebrates 19 years
July 7, 2022
Columbia-based architecture, interiors, and planning firm Garvin Design Group marked 19 years as a business on June 26, 2022. Scott Garvin established his firm in the historic Gervais Place building…
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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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National Marketing Council honors Midlands Technical College
June 15, 2022
MTC only S.C. technical college to win top award for design and communication The National Council for Marketing & Public Relations (NCMPR) has recognized Midlands Technical College with its highest…
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Samsung over delivers in its promise to invest and hire local workers
June 6, 2022
Announcement Includes Investment Totals for Newberry Facility in Celebration of 5-Year Anniversary Newberry County facility became Samsung’s first U.S. Home Appliance Manufacturing Facility in 2017. Nearly five years since reaching…
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Garvin Design Group welcomes six new teammates
June 6, 2022
Garvin Design Group recently welcomed five summer interns and one new full-time architectural staff member. Clemson University School of Architecture graduate students Alexandra Masters, Nicole Coker, Edgar Alatorre, and Michael…
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Power:Ed awards Midlands Technical College $50,000 for QuickJobs Scholarships
June 6, 2022
Intensive programs train students for high-demand careers Power:Ed, a philanthropy of SC Student Loan, has awarded $50,000 to the Midlands Technical College Foundation in support of the college’s QuickJobs programs.…
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40th Annual St. Pat’s Five Points was a success
May 25, 2022
Five Points Association Thanks Midlands’ Charities for Their Support with a Donation! The Five Points Association is excited that they were able to, once again, host St. Pat’s in Five…
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Mast Store celebrates Land Trust Day, June 4, with donation of 20% of sales
May 25, 2022
Love Your Local Land Trust! On Land Trust Day, Saturday, June 4, the Columbia Mast Store will host representatives from Congaree Land Trust. To ensure that it has the support…
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City of Columbia’s Small Business Week Celebration
May 4, 2022The City of Columbia’s Office of Business Opportunities to hold the 2022 Small Business Week Celebration on Thursday, May 5, 2022 from 11:00 am – 2 pm at the Medallion…
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Travel and Tourism Week celebrates South Carolina’s robust tourism industry and the people who fuel it
May 3, 2022
Gov. Henry McMaster proclaimed May 1-7, 2022 is Travel and Tourism Week in South Carolina. This announcement aligns with the nationwide celebration of National Travel and Tourism Week (NTTW), which spotlights the…
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Global Eco Adventures receives boat outfitted for SCUBA work
April 22, 2022Boat donated by Bentley Pontoons, Yamaha Rightwaters, and the S.C. Boating and Fishing Alliance will aid in offshore smart reef development By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Lieutenant Governor Pamela Evette…
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Chernoff Newman hires veteran leader to build public affairs practice
April 21, 2022
Move further integrates public affairs into service offerings and expands footprint globally Chernoff Newman, acclaimed integrated communications agency in the Southeast, has hired Mark Duffy to formally establish its public…
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Wingard’s Market summer produce baskets are back
April 6, 2022
Wingard’s Market is thrilled to announce the return of the summer produce baskets starting at the end of April. The Produce Baskets will have a mix of local and regional…
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Local father and son authors to release more from new children’s book series
April 4, 2022
The COVID-19 Pandemic brought the world to a standstill in many ways. However, one family deemed it necessary to pivot by exploring entrepreneurial aspirations in a world of employment uncertainties.…
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Subterranean termites remain severe threat to homeowners
March 4, 2022
National Termite Awareness Week is March 6-12 Spring is around the corner, and that means warmer and wet weather, creating prime conditions for the subterranean termites found throughout the Southeast…
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