Richland Library names two local creatives as next artists-in-residence
July 26, 2021
Music, theatre and visual storytelling are taking center stage at Richland Library over the next five months. We’re excited to announce Molly Ledford and Rob Padley of Puppet Time Machine…
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Richland Library reactivates The Gallery with familiar exhibit
July 26, 2021
Richland Library is thrilled to reactivate The Gallery at our Main location (1431 Assembly Street) with a familiar exhibit that originally launched less than two weeks before the onset of…
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Hire Me SC launches new employment resource for families of people with disabilities
July 26, 2021
Free online tool seeks to close the employment gap in South Carolina Hire Me SC — a statewide workforce development campaign to increase employment outcomes for young adults with intellectual and…
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Home Works named nonprofit partner with Lowe’s
July 23, 2021
Home Works of America, a home repair organization serving low income elderly homeowners in need in South Carolina, has been selected as a nonprofit partner with Lowe’s Home Improvement. The…
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Refrigerated truck will triple capacity for Ruth’s Gleanings and FoodShare Spartanburg
July 22, 2021
Ruth’s Gleanings, who empowers people in nutritional poverty by increasing access to healthy, fresh food, has unveiled a new refrigerated box truck to serve all of Spartanburg County. As part…
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UnitedHealthcare donates $300,000 to nonprofits in South Carolina
July 22, 2021
Funding is part of UnitedHealthcare’s $11.4 million in Empowering Health grants focused on expanding access to care and addressing the social determinants of health for people in underserved communities UnitedHealthcare,…
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Leo’s Landing Inclusive Playground at Saluda Shoals Park breaks ground for expansion
July 21, 2021
Leo’s Pride Foundation, in partnership with Contract Construction, the Saluda Shoals Foundation, and the Irmo Chapin Recreation Commission, will host a Groundbreaking Celebration for the expansion of Leo’s Landing Inclusive Playground…
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The Unumb Center for Neurodevelopment
July 21, 2021
The Unumb Center for Neurodevelopment serves as the Midlands community resource for individuals with autism and their families. The Unumb Center helps individuals with autism reach their full potential by…
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The Unumb Center for Neurodevelopment is hosting Night at the Ballpark at the Columbia Fireflies on August 6th
July 20, 2021
The Unumb Center for Neurodevelopment invites the community to join them for a Columbia Fireflies game on Friday, August 6th at 7:05 p.m. at Segra Park. As the community organization…
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Blythewood plans for National Purple Heart Day
July 19, 2021On August 6 at 6:00 PM at Blythewood Town Hall, the Mayor and the Members of Town Council will remember and honor the brave men and women who were wounded on the battlefield…
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United Way of the Midlands Reading Consortium seeking new AmeriCorps members
July 15, 2021
United Way of the Midlands is actively looking for new members to serve as AmeriCorps Midlands Reading Consortium (MRC) School Liaisons for the August 2021-July 2022 term. MRC is a…
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Senior Resources receives donation from Food Lion Feeds Charitable Foundation
July 14, 2021
Senior Resources has received $3,000 from the Food Lion Feeds Charitable Foundation to help feed local neighbors in their time of need and serve the increased demand for home-delivered meals…
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SCWF Wild Summer Nights Online Auction
July 12, 2021
South Carolina Wildlife Federation’s Annual Wild Summer Nights Online Auction to Support Conservation and Education Programming Begins July 15, 2021 The South Carolina Wildlife Federation (SCWF) is launching a four-day…
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United Way’s WellPartners Dental and Eye Clinic earns second Gold Rating from the NAFC Quality Standards Program
July 12, 2021
For its efforts to provide preventative and restorative dental and eye care to underserved populations, WellPartners Dental and Eye Clinic earned a 2021 Gold Rating from the National Association of…
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AFP Central Carolina chapter to host program featuring Able South Carolina, July 15th
July 9, 2021
Do you know how to caption your social media posts or what tweaks you should make to ensure a person with a disability can access your website? Making a few…
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New Salvation Army leaders, Mark and Leigh Ann Craddock, arrive in Columbia
July 9, 2021
The Salvation Army of the Midlands welcomed new leaders, Mark and Leigh Ann Craddock and their family. They assumed their position on June 27, 2021 and have quickly settled into…
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LRADAC presents “Stay in at the Drive In”—a free, outdoor family screening of “The Lion King” – rescheduled for Friday, July 16
July 9, 2021
After a rainy night cancellation last April, LRADAC’s Prevention Team and the Midlands Alcohol Enforcement Team (AET) say the show must go on with “Stay in at the Drive-In,” an…
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Explore different learning activities at home with Richland Library
July 8, 2021
Get ready to learn, create and share with Richland Library. Join us for Learn Freely Fest from 10:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m., Saturday, July 17. This annual program, which is…
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Registration open for 31st Walk for Life and Famously Hot Pink Half Marathon, 5K in October
July 7, 2021
For more than three decades, Walk for Life and Famously Hot Pink Half Marathon, 5K have brought thousands of walkers and runners together in the fight against breast cancer. More…
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Construction nonprofit Home Works receives grant from First Horizon Foundation
July 7, 2021Home Works of America, a South Carolina based home repair nonprofit serving low income elderly homeowners in need, has received a grant from First Horizon Foundation. The Foundation is the…
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Columbia Museum of Art announces participation in Museums for All
July 5, 2021
The Columbia Museum of Art announces that it has joined Museums for All, a signature access program of the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) administered by the Association…
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Navigate through the eviction moratorium & learn about available help in Richland County
July 1, 2021
Following a recent decision by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to extend the eviction moratorium through the end of July 2021, Richland Library is informing tenants and landlords…
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Local leader starts new role at helm of Public Library Association
June 29, 2021
The Public Library Association (PLA) is welcoming its newest leader. Richland Library Executive Director Melanie Huggins is serving as the 2021-2022 president, following a virtual introduction ceremony on Tuesday, June…
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Fireworks with the Phil – July 3
June 29, 2021
The SC Philharmonic and the Columbia Fireflies are partnering to bring the Midlands a full orchestral patriotic concert with a fireworks finale to Segra Park on Saturday, July 3 at…
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VisionGreenwood: Focused on Advancing Greenwood as a Community of Choice
June 29, 2021
The lack of reliable broadband service in parts of Greenwood became more apparent than ever this past year when schools and businesses quickly migrated to remote platforms with minimal…
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South Carolina Public Radio celebrates launch of redesigned website
June 28, 2021
South Carolina Public Radio (SC Public Radio) today announced the launch of its revamped website — southcarolinapublicradio.org. Redesigned to better meet the needs of all South Carolinians, the new site builds on…
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Kramer leaves lasting impact on the Midlands during his time with Central SC Habitat for Humanity
June 25, 2021
Roy Kramer, Executive Director of Central SC Habitat for Humanity, stepped down from the organization he joined in 1994. During his 27-year career, Kramer led the organization in building over…
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Non Profit Minute – Nicki Hood, Original Six Foundation
June 23, 2021
The Who’s on the Move, Non Profit Minute is a quick, two-minute interview in support of the amazing impact that local non profits have on our communities. We would like…
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Step into a good book & experience Richland Library’s Storywalk®
June 22, 2021
Step into a good book with Richland Library’s first interactive Storywalk® in the Midlands, located at Doko Meadows Park (100 Alvina Hagood Circle, Blythewood). It offers a new opportunity for…
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SCRA announces successful exit of SC Launch, Inc. Portfolio Company, MedProcure
June 22, 2021
South Carolina Research Authority (SCRA) announces the successful exit of SC Launch, Inc. Portfolio Company, MedProcure, LLC. This exit yielded excellent returns for the continued support of additional technology-based startups…
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IT-oLogy joins forces with SC Department of Education to provide “Tech-in-a-Box” summer enrichment program for middle school students
June 21, 2021
IT-oLogy is now accepting registrations for the second year of its “Tech-in-a-Box” summer enrichment program for middle school students. Funded by the SC Department of Education, the “Tech-in-a-Box” program ensures…
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EngenuitySC announces Mayor Steve Benjamin as 2021 Vision Award winner
June 21, 2021
At its annual board meeting, EngenuitySC presented Columbia, S.C. Mayor Steve Benjamin with its 2021 Vision Award. Mayor Benjamin, founding co-chair of the EngenuitySC board, was presented with the award…
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Richland Library announces Sunday hours & additional in-person services
June 20, 2021
Richland Library is announcing an update to services across our system. We’re excited for the return of Sunday hours at four of our library locations, starting June 20. Current hours…
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Central Carolina Community Foundation awards $70,000 in unrestricted grants to black-led and black-benefiting nonprofits
June 17, 2021
As a commitment to creating a more equitable, livable and just community, Central Carolina Community Foundation has awarded $70,000 in unrestricted General Operating Support grants to seven Black-led and Black-benefiting…
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EdVenture to host Juneteenth celebration
June 17, 2021
EdVenture Children’s Museum will be hosting local African American artists to celebrate Juneteenth this Saturday, June 19, 2021, at our Columbia location (211 Gervais Street). Also featured in the day’s…
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Columbia City of Women unveils Architecture of Strength
June 17, 2021
Architecture of Strength, new monument at corner of Main and Gervais Streets in Columbia, will celebrate the city’s legacy of remarkable women. At a press conference at the northwest corner…
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United Way of the Midlands welcomes La Ruchala Murphy as Director of Leadership and Capacity Building
June 16, 2021
United Way of the Midlands has named La Ruchala Murphy, a career-long nonprofit professional and arts enthusiast, as its new Director of Leadership and Capacity Building. “We are excited to…
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SC native & cartoonist GB Tran joins Richland Library for virtual discussion
June 14, 2021
Richland Library is hosting a virtual discussion with cartoonist, designer and illustrator Gia-Bao (aka GB) Tran. Join us for Let’s Talk Race: A Conversation with GB Tran from 3 –…
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THE Dubber returns to Richland Library for next evening arts program
June 14, 2021
Richland Library is celebrating Black Music Month with one of our former artists-in-residence. Join us for Evening Arts: THE Dubber from 7 – 8 p.m., Friday, June 18 on our…
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WellPartners’ Kimberly Bensonhaver, DDS, receives topDentists™ in the Midlands honors
June 9, 2021
WellPartners Adult Dental Clinic dentist, Kimberly Bensonhaver, DDS, or “Dr. Kimi,” is recognized as one of the topDentists™ in the Midlands. The topDentists™ teams asked thousands of dentists, “If you…
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The Big Red Barn Retreat Fall Jam at the Ballpark headlined by country music star Craig Morgan
June 8, 2021
The Big Red Barn Retreat is to host to the annual Fall Jam at the Ballpark concert benefiting veterans. The concert, headlined by country music star Craig Morgan and his…
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Allen Hutto new Chief Executive Officer of Building Industry Association of Central SC
June 8, 2021
The Board of Directors of the Building Industry Association of Central SC (BIA) announces that they have hired Allen Hutto as the new Chief Executive Officer of the association. The…
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Three Midlands law enforcement leaders come together for online discussion
June 8, 2021
Richland Library is providing an opportunity for our community to hear from three law enforcement leaders in the Midlands. Join us for a Candid Conversation with the Sheriffs and the…
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United Way of the Midlands hosts Breaking Down Barriers Workshop Series and Resource Fair
June 7, 2021
United Way of the Midlands educates the community on the barriers to employment with its Breaking Down Barriers Workshop Series and collaborates with organizations to provide resources to support individuals…
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Keep the Midlands Beautiful shoe drive fundraiser raises money to support litter prevention
June 7, 2021
Keep the Midlands Beautiful’s annual shoe drive fundraiser which began April 1 will continue through June 30 to raise funds to support its mission to engage, inspire and educate the Midlands to invest in our community through litter prevention,…
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PalmettoPride announces new Board Members
June 7, 2021
PalmettoPride, South Carolina’s anti-litter organization, announces three new members to their Board of Directors: Ladson Fishburne, Colleton County, Appointed by Gov. McMaster Allison Harvey, Town of Clover, Appointed by the…
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Edwin McCain to headline Rock 4 Recovery concert presented by Dominion Energy
June 7, 2021
With a recording legacy that includes two of the biggest love songs in the history of pop music, Edwin McCain is going to Rock 4 Recovery this September when he…
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Lexington One Educational Foundation announces 2021 Joseph M. Bedenbaugh Administrator of the Year Award
June 4, 2021On Tuesday, June 1, 2021, the Lexington One Educational Foundation presented the 2021 Joseph M. Bedenbaugh Administrator of the Year Award to Mrs. Debbie R. Poole at the Lexington County…
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Non Profit Minute – Maya Pack, South Carolina Institute of Medicine & Public Health (IMPH)
June 3, 2021
The Who’s on the Move, Non Profit Minute is a quick, two-minute interview in support of the amazing impact that local non profits have on our communities. We would like…
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Director of Community Relations
June 3, 2021
Title: Director of Community Relations at Mission Lexington Reports to: Executive Director Supervises: Student Enrichment Coordinator Hours: Monday – Friday 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. or as needed/designated (40 hours…
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