EdVenture’s 2nd annual Mascot Meetup
June 11, 2026By popular demand, EdVenture’s Mascot Meetup is back for its second year, bringing an unforgettable day of smiles, high-fives, and larger-than-life fun to the Midlands. On Wednesday, June 17, from 9:00 a.m. to…
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AARP South Carolina to Host Café Voyage: Taste of the Carolinas in Columbia – June 11
June 10, 2026
Free community event will connect residents with healthy cooking ideas, local food, giveaways and community resources AARP South Carolina will host Café Voyage: Taste of the Carolinas on Thursday, June 11, from…
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Local philanthropists establish $25,000 endowment to honor Salvation Army leaders in the Midlands
June 9, 2026
Local Philanthropists Establish $25,000 Endowment to Honor Salvation Army Leaders in the Midlands Columbia, SC Longtime community leader and philanthropist Harrison Rearden, alongside his wife Alethia Rearden, has established a…
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Greater Columbia Community Relations Council welcomes Tacara Carpenter to Board of Directors ahead of 62nd Annual Luncheon and Awards Presentation
June 9, 2026
The Greater Columbia Community Relations Council (CRC) announced the appointment of award-winning marketing and communications strategist Tacara Carpenter to its Board of Directors. Carpenter was recently appointed to a three-year …
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One SC Fund reopens to support long-term Hurricane Helene recovery
June 8, 2026
Central Carolina Community Foundation seeks to match new $300,000 disaster recovery grant As hurricane season begins, Central Carolina Community Foundation is reopening the One SC Fund: Hurricane Helene for donations…
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Columbia Museum of Art July 2026 Exhibitions and Events
June 8, 2026
EXHIBITIONS Jasper Johns: All Familiar Things On view through August 30, 2026 In 1953, Jasper Johns (b. 1930) moved from Columbia, South Carolina, where he had been stationed at Fort…
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Sustain SC and The Shi Institute celebrate the graduation of the fifth class of Sustainability Leadership Initiative Fellows
June 8, 2026
Sustain SC, in partnership with the Shi Institute for Sustainable Communities at Furman University, announced the graduation of the fifth class of Sustainability Leadership Initiative (SLI) Fellows. This year’s cohort…
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Annual Leon Irons Memorial Golf Tournament to benefit the Big Red Barn Retreat
June 8, 2026
The WildeWood Club, Presented by Truist on September 14th, 2026 The 5th Annual Leon Irons Memorial Golf Tournament will take place on Monday, September 14th, 2026 at The WildeWood Club. …
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June is Zero Tolerance for Litter Month in South Carolina
June 3, 2026
June marks Zero Tolerance for Litter Month in South Carolina, a statewide initiative led by PalmettoPride and the South Carolina Litter Control Association aimed at reducing litter, illegal dumping, and…
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Panel discussion explores abstract art’s political dimensions
June 3, 2026
The Columbia Museum of Art presents Truth in Abstraction, a panel discussion held in connection with featured exhibition Rodney McMillian: A Son of the Soil, on Thursday, June 18, from…
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Toucan Tuesdays returns to Riverbanks Zoo and Garden
June 3, 2026
Riverbanks and Harvest Hope Team Up for Summer Food Drive Riverbanks Zoo and Garden partners with Harvest Hope Food Bank for the return of Toucan Tuesdays. Beginning Tuesday, June 9,…
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Sistercare receives National Purple Ribbon Award for Just Left of Perfect short film
June 3, 2026
Sistercare, a Midlands-based nonprofit dedicated to supporting survivors and reducing the impact of domestic violence in the community, has been selected as the recipient of a prestigious Purple Ribbon Award…
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Serve & Connect welcomes new board chair and members
June 2, 2026
Serve & Connect, a Carolina-based nonprofit that aims to foster positive change through police-community partnerships, is announcing a new board chair and two board members joining the team. Retired Chief…
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Upcoming CMA exhibition puts the hand in handwork
June 1, 2026
The Columbia Museum of Art announces featured exhibition Body Matters, on view August 22, 2026, through January 3, 2027. Organized by the CMA, this exhibition is part of Handwork 2026,…
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Trinity Cathedral announces $1 million Jubilee grant fund
June 1, 2026
Trinity Episcopal Cathedral plans to award $1 million in grant funds over the next 10 years to non-profit organizations doing new or expanded work in the areas of homelessness, justice,…
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New study reveals major gap in access to summer programs across South Carolina
June 1, 2026
Many more South Carolina parents want their children in a structured summer program than are able to enroll them, according to a new household survey. The Summer Struggle for South…
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Girl Scouts of South Carolina—Mountains to Midlands calls on community to nominate women leaders for 2026 Boots & Pearls Awards
May 28, 2026
Girl Scouts of South Carolina—Mountains to Midlands (GSSC-MM) is calling on the local community to help shine a spotlight on extraordinary women by submitting nominations for the 2026 Boots &…
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Francis Marion University Education Foundation receives $32,500 grant from Power:Ed to help SC students retain their merit scholarships
May 26, 2026
The Francis Marion University Education Foundation has been awarded a $32,500 grant from Power:Ed, the philanthropy of SC Student Loan Corporation, to support the expansion of FMU’s Summer Success program…
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Miss South Carolina Scholarship Organization celebrates leadership and service ahead of 2026 competition
May 26, 2026
As the 2026 Miss South Carolina and Miss South Carolina’s Teen competitions approach, delegates and volunteers throughout the state have spent the spring preparing for June while advancing the organization’s…
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Scott Brabham appointed Sr. Director of Business Operations
May 22, 2026
The South Carolina Center for Fathers and Families announced that Scott Brabham has been promoted to Sr. Director of Business Operations. Brabham joined the Center in 2019, initially as Director…
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City of Columbia to highlight Gun Violence Awareness Month with Walk and Community Day
May 21, 2026
This Wear Orange Walk will highlight the beginning of National Gun Violence Awareness Month, which takes place in June annually. The event is scheduled for Saturday, June 6, 2026, is…
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Announcing the 2027 class of Liberty Fellows
May 19, 2026
21 South Carolinians commit to driving increased impact & embracing civil discourse Liberty Fellowship announced the incoming 2027 Class of Liberty Fellows. Since 2003, the network of more than 350…
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South Carolina Afterschool Alliance launches “Healthy Futures Afterschool” initiative to support youth well-being and prevention
May 19, 2026
The South Carolina Afterschool Alliance (SCAA) has launched Healthy Futures Afterschool, an initiative designed to strengthen youth well-being and prevent substance misuse by equipping afterschool programs, staff, and families with…
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South Carolina ETV receives five Southeast Emmy® Awards
May 18, 2026
South Carolina ETV (SCETV) received five Emmy® Awards from the Regional Southeast Chapter of the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (NATAS) at the 2026 Southeast Regional Emmy® Awards held…
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Central Carolina Community Foundation launches resident survey to inform regional community assessment
May 18, 2026
Central Carolina Community Foundation has launched a region-wide survey to hear directly from Midlands residents about the issues, opportunities, and challenges shaping their communities. The survey is part of a…
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Summerville caregiver is among 7 honorees nationwide redefining what life after stroke can look like
May 14, 2026
Through the Stroke Hero Awards, the American Stroke Association highlights the powerful stories of survivors of stroke, caregivers and community champions Stroke is a leading cause of serious, long-term disability…
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CHE approves 15 new academic programs at six institutions
May 12, 2026
Commission approves 15 new academic programs statewide The South Carolina Commission on Higher Education announced the approval of 15 new academic programs at institutions across the state following today’s CHE…
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ScanSource’s Impact 360 Community Program receives national Halo Award
May 8, 2026
ScanSource, Inc. (NASDAQ: SCSC), a leading technology distributor uniquely positioned to address complex, converging technologies, announced the Company has been recognized with a Silver Halo Award for Best Education Initiative…
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Columbia Museum of Art June 2026 Exhibitions and Events Calendar
May 7, 2026
Columbia Museum of Art June 2026 Calendar EXHIBITIONS Rodney McMillian: A Son of the Soil On view through June 28, 2026 Rodney McMillian: A Son of the Soil is a…
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11,108 donors deliver $4,954,690 to local nonprofits through Midlands Gives Day – A record-breaking year
May 6, 2026
Midlands Gives Day 2026 raised more money for local nonprofits than ever before. 11,108 donors contributed $4,954,690 to 523 organizations, bringing the total amount raised since 2014 to more than $37.3 million.…
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19 local students earn prestigious Girl Scout Gold Award for community impact
May 6, 2026
Girl Scouts of South Carolina—Mountains to Midlands announced the 2026 Gold Award Girl Scout Class. These 19 individuals (nine from the Midlands and ten from the Upstate) have tackled some…
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Top workplace recognition reflects impact on students across South Carolina
May 5, 2026
Integrated Media Publishing names Communities In Schools of South Carolina a winner of The South Carolina Top Workplaces 2026 Award Communities In Schools of South Carolina (CISSC), a statewide nonprofit…
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Girl Scouts of South Carolina—Mountains to Midlands announces Zeke Stephenson as new director of membership & outreach
May 5, 2026
Girl Scouts of South Carolina—Mountains to Midlands (GSSC‑MM) announced Zeke Stephenson has joined the council as Senior Fund Development Manager for the Upstate. In this role, Stephenson will support the…
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Historic Columbia May 2026 Events
May 4, 2026
It is Preservation Month in the capital city and Historic Columbia celebrates local history and preservation! Keep reading to learn about our upcoming events, local historic preservation and history initiatives,…
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2026 City of Columbia Touch-A-Truck event is back for the fourth year at Soda City
May 4, 2026City of Columbia Public Works Department, Columbia Police Department, Columbia-Richland Fire Department, City of Columbia Parks & Recreation, Columbia Water, City of Columbia Fleet Services, City of Columbia Parking Department,…
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Together SC announces Heather Singleton as first Peer Network Manager
May 4, 2026
Together SC announced the hiring of Heather Singleton as its first-ever Peer Network Manager, a newly created role designed to strengthen and expand the organization’s statewide peer learning and connection…
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Midlands Light Opera Society presents Dido and Aeneas May 14- 17
May 1, 2026
Midlands Light Opera sails to ancient Carthage for Purcell and Tate’s beloved opera Dido and Aeneas May 14 -17, 2026. Performances will be Thursday and Friday (5/14 and 5/15) evening…
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Vision 2030: Free, accessible eyecare for adults statewide
April 29, 2026
ABVI, Lions Vision Services, and Servants for Sight partner to deliver prevention, correction, and rehabilitation across South Carolina Three South Carolina nonprofits have united through Vision 2030, a statewide initiative…
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Kids Summer Movie Series returns to The Nick for its third year with eight weeks of handpicked classics and a toy drive
April 29, 2026
The Nickelodeon Theater announced Camp Cinema, the theme of its third annual Kids Summer Movie Series, running June 3 through July 25. Every Wednesday and Saturday morning, families are invited…
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Governor McMaster honored with inaugural Palmetto Conservation Leadership Award
April 28, 2026
South Carolina Land Trust Network recognizes decades of leadership protecting the state’s natural and historic resources The South Carolina Land Trust Network (SCLTN) presented Governor Henry McMaster with the inaugural Palmetto Conservation Leadership Award,…
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Girl Scouts of South Carolina—Mountains to Midlands announces STEM Expo 2026
April 27, 2026
Girl Scouts of South Carolina—Mountains to Midlands (GSSC‑MM) announced STEM Expo 2026, the council’s largest STEM celebration of the year, taking place at The River Center at Saluda Shoals Park…
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Sistercare hosts second annual Camp True North
April 27, 2026
Empowering Pre-Teens and Teens to Build Healthy Relationships Sistercare, in partnership with The Junior League of Columbia, Southern Way Catering Company, and Camp Cole, will host the second annual Camp…
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Girl Scouts of South Carolina—Mountains to Midlands calls on community to nominate women leaders for 2026 Women of Distinction Awards
April 27, 2026
Girl Scouts of South Carolina—Mountains to Midlands (GSSC-MM) is calling on the Midlands community to help shine a spotlight on extraordinary women by submitting nominations for the 2026 Midlands Women…
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Sustain SC awards first round of 2026 grants through Land and Water Action Platform
April 22, 2026
Sustain SC announced the first-round of 2026 grants awarded through its Land and Water Action Platform (LAWAP), to advance conservation projects across South Carolina in partnership with the state’s business community. In this round, LAWAP awarded $72,175 across six projects spanning…
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New ‘State of the Air’ report ranks three South Carolina cities among the cleanest in the nation
April 22, 2026
Federal actions threaten progress in protecting South Carolina children from air pollution, according to the American Lung Association’s “State of the Air” report Today, the American Lung Association released its 27th annual “State…
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2nd annual Literacy Leap Local Author Read & Meet Book Fair returns May 30
April 22, 2026
Free, family-friendly event connects local authors with young readers and champions literacy across Richland County Richland County Public Education Partners (RCPEP) announces the 2nd annual Literacy Leap: Local Author Read &…
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100 Women Who Care Midlands SC Donates over $7,000 to Autism Society
April 21, 2026
Clark 100 Women Who Care Midlands SC 803-240-6649 [email protected] FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 100 Women Who Care Midlands SC Donates over $7,000 to Autism Society 100 Women Who Care Midlands SC…
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City of Columbia Homeless Services Department to hold Shine for Shelter car wash fundraiser for Rapid Shelter Columbia
April 21, 2026
Who: City of Columbia Homeless Services Department and United Way of the Midlands What: The City of Columbia Homeless Services department is partnering with United Way of the Midlands to host Shine…
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Junior League of Columbia to host 2nd annual pickleball tournament supporting community impact
April 14, 2026
The Junior League of Columbia (JLC) invites the community to grab their paddles and join in for its 2nd Annual Pickleball Tournament, presented by ProMotion Rehab and Sports Medicine, taking…
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DAV Charitable Service Trust awards a $35,000 grant to Senior Resources to help provide meals to homebound veterans
April 13, 2026
Senior Resources has received a generous grant of $35,000 from DAV Charitable Service Trust to provide nutritional support through Meals on Wheels to veterans in Richland County. This funding will…
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