Swedish manufacturer to open its first East Coast operations facility in Clinton
February 16, 2022Farpoint Development leases industrial property in Clinton to Swedish manufacturer of infrastructure solutions in $18 million deal, bringing more than 90 new jobs to the Upstate Blue Diamond Industries, a…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Anthony Walker, Southpaw Cigarbox Guitars
February 15, 2022
The Who’s on the Move, Entrepreneur Minute is an interview in support of the undeniable impact that entrepreneurs have on our communities. We will be highlighting 20 entrepreneurs in each of…
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Urban Land Institute South Carolina to hold Carolinas Meeting in Columbia
January 24, 2022
ULI South Carolina announced that the 2022 Carolinas Meeting will be held in Columbia, South Carolina, February 24 – 25 at the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center. Co-hosted by ULI Charlotte,…
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NAI Columbia bolsters large deals and community commitment despite pandemic
December 20, 2021
NAI Columbia, the Midlands’ local full-service commercial real estate firm, projects another strong, profitable close to the year. Compared to pre-pandemic year-end numbers in 2019, NAI Columbia anticipates a 25%…
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Richland County Recreation Commission holds press event to announce updates and court dedications for the Richland County Tennis Center
December 8, 2021
The Richland County Recreation Commission (RCRC) will hold a press conference to provide a project update and special dedications for the Richland County Tennis Center on December 14, 2021, at 11:00 AM. The…
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Garvin Design Group wins two AIA South Carolina 2021 Design Awards
December 2, 2021
Columbia architecture, interiors, and planning firm Garvin Design Group won two Design Awards at the American Institute of Architects South Carolina (AIA SC)’s annual awards presented virtually on November 19,…
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South Carolina banker appointed to American Bankers Association Government Relations Council
November 17, 2021
First Reliance Bank announced that Robert Dozier, Jr., president of First Reliance Bancshares and chief operating officer of First Reliance Bank, has been appointed to serve as South Carolina’s representative…
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Mimms Contracting adds Reid Radtke as Director of Operations
November 15, 2021
Mimms Contracting announced that they have hired Reid Radtke as the newest member of the team. Reid serves as the Director of Operations. Originally from New York, Reid graduated from…
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Wingard’s Market expands Gift Shoppe and announces dates for holiday open house
October 26, 2021
Just in time for the Holidays, Wingard’s Market, one of the state’s most recognizable destination plant and flower markets, is expanding its Gift Shoppe to allow for additional unique merchandise…
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MTC opens Welding Technology Center to meet employer demand
September 23, 2021
Midlands Technical College held a ribbon cutting and grand opening for the college’s new Welding Technology Center today. The education and training facility is located on Kentucky Avenue on 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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Greater CWC Chamber & Visitors Program has impressive lineup for monthly breakfast
August 18, 2021
The Greater CWC Chamber & Visitors Program continues to love local with its August partners breakfast by showcasing a talented group of dynamic community-focused individuals, businesses and programs. The breakfast…
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AllSouth Federal Credit Union to open new branch in Orangeburg County in fall 2021
August 17, 2021
AllSouth Federal Credit Union will open a new full-service branch located at 1588 St. Matthews Road in Orangeburg County in fall 2021. The new location was designed by Design Initiative…
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Index ranks South Carolina tourists among the most polite in America
August 2, 2021NextVacay.com devised a ‘tourist politeness index’ to ascertain, state by state, which Americans have the best and worst reputations when they vacation domestically. Alaskans ranked the most polite tourists. Interactive…
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Cayce honored for special achievement in mapping technology
July 19, 2021
The City of Cayce earned high praise for its Geographic Information System (GIS) by Esri, the global leader for location intelligence. The city received Esri’s Special Achievement in GIS for…
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Wingard’s Market makes cover of nationwide industry magazine
July 14, 2021
Wingard’s Market, the Midlands premier full-service garden and plant center, is featured on the July cover of Green Profit Magazine. Green Profit is a national industry magazine that brings timely,…
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COMET Chat with LeRoy DesChamps – June 2021
June 23, 2021
Greetings! It is my pleasure to welcome you to the June 2021 version of COMET Chat. This is our first “chat” since assuming my new role as Interim Executive Director…
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Fit Columbia celebrates 10 years in business
May 24, 2021
Public is invited to anniversary celebration and grand reopening party at their new location in Five Points. Fit Columbia celebrates their 10-year anniversary and grand re-opening in their new space…
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Ashley Hunter launches second SC business venture; Grand opening of State & Frink – June 3rd
May 20, 2021
The owner of South Carolina public relations and digital consulting firm, MPA Strategies, is launching her second business venture in the Midlands. Ashley Hunter, a former lobbyist and political strategist,…
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Support local and reward your graduate Saturday mornings at West Columbia’s Meeting Street Artisan Market
May 16, 2021
The City of West Columbia Meeting Street Artisan Market is open every Saturday, from 9:30 AM – 1:30 PM, at the Interactive Art Park, 425 Meeting Street, West Columbia. The…
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Meiden America Switchgear Celebrates Opening & First Product Shipment from its First US Manufacturing Facility
February 9, 2021
On Tuesday, February 9, Meiden America Inc. Switchgear held its official opening ceremony at their facility in Gray Court. The ceremony was also a celebration of the first product shipment…
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S.C. Institute of Medicine and Public Health and DHEC release COVID-19 2020 Summary Report
January 27, 2021
Report explores the impact of the coronavirus on South Carolina since March 2020 The South Carolina Institute of Medicine and Public Health (IMPH) and the South Carolina Department of Health…
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Statewide public relations firm relocates to the City of Cayce
January 26, 2021
MPA Strategies, a statewide public relations firm, has opened a new office at 2025 State Street in the City of Cayce. The firm, founded in 2011, offers clients a wide…
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Central Bark opens its first Doggy Day Care in West Columbia, SC
January 25, 2021
Husband and wife team and local residents introduce Central Bark’s unique approach to doggy day care and enrichment to West Columbia and surrounding communities Central Bark, the doggy day care industry…
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EngenuitySC’s 2021 Midlands Regional Competitiveness Report identifies areas of growth/opportunity in economic competitiveness
January 25, 2021
Columbia MSA maintained or improved rank in all five indicators of economic competitiveness On Monday, Jan. 25, EngenuitySC unveiled its 2021 Midlands Regional Competitiveness Report in an online launch event…
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S.C. Institute of Medicine and Public Health names Dick Wilkerson new board chair
January 13, 2021
New board chair and four board members join the IMPH board of directors The South Carolina Institute of Medicine and Public Health (IMPH) is proud to announce the naming of…
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Harry A. Huge, Honorary Consul for Estonia in SC, to receive 2020 Global Vision Award
December 23, 2020
The Columbia World Affairs Council announced the esteemed 2020 Global Vision Award will be given in honor and remembrance of the late Harry Arthur Huge, Honorary Consul of the Republic…
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Stewart welcomes Manager of Business Development to Charlotte, Columbia offices
December 16, 2020
Stewart, an interdisciplinary design, engineering and planning firm, announced today Robert Allen is joining its business development team as manager for the Charlotte and Columbia, South Carolina offices. “Robert has…
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Lander University, College of Charleston publish results of COVID-19 restaurant survey in top tier academic journal
December 14, 2020
At the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic earlier this year, many of our state’s scientists, government officials and businesses came together to search for answers to how day-to-day life should…
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Nephron Pharmaceuticals gift to Lexington One Educational Foundation supports pharmacology students
December 8, 2020
Nephron Pharmaceuticals Corporation and CEO Lou Kennedy continue to provide generous financial support to Lexington School District One students via donations to the Lexington One Educational Foundation. Kennedy recently gave…
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Gov. McMaster participates in groundbreaking for Walmart’s new Dorchester County distribution center
December 3, 2020
$220 Million Investment Will Create Approximately 1,000 Full-Time Jobs Governor Henry McMaster today participated in a groundbreaking ceremony for Walmart’s direct import distribution center, which is a part of a…
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Quackenbush Architects receive 3 2020 AIA Columbia Design Awards
November 18, 2020
Quackenbush Architects + Planners received three American Institute of Architects Columbia awards for its innovative work on the Center for Health and Well-Being at the University of South Carolina, a…
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Regal Lounge shows support for First Responders in honor of National First Responders Day
October 19, 2020Regal Lounge is honoring first responders the entire month of October by awarding free “Regal Gold Packages” each week and with a special gift card for all First Responders who…
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SC Works to Host Open-Air Job Fair October 15 in Fountain Inn
October 13, 2020
SC Works is hosting an open-air Job Fair in Fountain Inn on October 15th from 2PM-5PM at the Fountain Inn Farmers Market (110 Depot St., Fountain Inn), which will include…
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