Marketing Minute Video: Communicating Your Expertise
April 26, 2021
Marketing Minute with Catherine Dingler, NP Strategy Whether you’re an entrepreneur working hard to build your brand or a business owner with tough competition, mastering your work won’t help…
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Columbia Design League host fundraiser honoring the Kentucky Derby
April 23, 2021Derby by Design takes over Boyd Plaza on May 1 Columbia Museum of Art affinity group the Columbia Design League (CDL) hosts its first in-person event since the beginning of…
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Central Carolina Community Foundation grants $315,148 to 11 South Carolina nonprofits to launch innovative projects
April 22, 2021
Seventh year of the Connected Communities grants fund projects to improve the community’s quality of life and livability Central Carolina Community Foundation, the Midlands’ local center for philanthropy, has awarded…
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SC environmental group, Power Plant SC, to plant 3 million tree seeds on Earth Day 2021
April 22, 2021
South Carolina Floodwater Commission leading multi-agency environmental effort The South Carolina Floodwater Commission is launching an ambitious effort to plant 3 million tree seeds – assisted by citizens, students, churches,…
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Mary B. Sesler appointed Chairwoman of The Salvation Army of the Midlands’ Board Member
April 21, 2021
The Salvation Army of the Midlands has appointed Mary B. Sesler as Chairwoman of the Advisory Board. Mary was installed as an Advisory Board Member in 2018 and served as…
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Town Theatre presents Always…Patsy Cline
April 20, 2021
Country has never had it so good with Town’s rendition of Always…Patsy Cline. Meet Louise Seger, a divorced Houston housewife, as she shares her memories and her first real-life encounter…
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35 years later, a look at the world’s worst-ever civil nuclear disaster
April 20, 2021
‘The Chernobyl Event’ premiering on South Carolina ETV April 25 South Carolina ETV (SCETV) today announced plans to premiere The Chernobyl Event: An Update at 35 Years on Sunday, April…
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Non Profit Minute – Ethel Bunch, Sustain SC
April 19, 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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Leadership Lexington County partners with Dickerson Children’s Advocacy Center for service project benefiting children impacted by abuse
April 19, 2021
The Leadership Lexington County (LLC) Class of 2021 today announced the launch of its fundraising efforts for the benefit of the Dickerson Children’s Advocacy Center (DCAC), a child-focused facility that…
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BlueCross® BlueShield® of South Carolina Foundation awards 10-year grant to assist minority students pursuing medicine
April 16, 2021
The BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina Foundation and the Levi S. Kirkland, Sr., MD Society will continue investing in medical education at the University of South Carolina (UofSC) School of…
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Indoor services are now available at all 13 Richland Library locations
April 16, 2021
Richland Library is announcing the expansion of indoor services across our library system. Limited indoor computer use and browsing are now available 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. and 2 –…
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Junior Achievement of Greater South Carolina inducts three new South Carolina Business Hall of Fame Laureates
April 14, 2021Junior Achievement of Greater South Carolina announced three new Laureates inducted to the South Carolina Business Hall of Fame, a distinction which honors lifetime achievement for those who have made…
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Governor Henry McMaster appoints Robin Price to the SC School for the Deaf and the Blind Board of Commissioners
April 14, 2021
Governor Henry McMaster has appointed Robin Holden Price of Columbia to the Board of Commissioners of the SC School for the Deaf and the Blind (SCSDB) where she will represent…
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AFP Central Carolina chapter to host corporate panel, April 15th
April 14, 2021
Tomorrow, April 15th at 12 noon join the Association of Fundraising Professionals of Central Carolina for an engaging panel featuring business sector leaders sharing how their giving priorities have shifted…
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Signaling community need, Central Carolina Community Foundation welcomes largest number of nonprofits to Midlands Gives 2021
April 13, 2021
After raising a record-breaking $3.3 million in 2020, Central Carolina Community Foundation is welcoming 480 local nonprofits to its 2021 Midlands Gives Day. The 18-hour, online giving challenge will be…
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MIRCI expands outreach services in response to COVID-19 pandemic
April 13, 2021
The Mental Illness Recovery Center Inc. (MIRCI) has increased its capacity to reach and assist individuals who are experiencing or at risk of mental illness and/or homelessness via a new…
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Non Profit Minute – Erinn Rowe, Harvest Hope Food Bank
April 12, 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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Brad Martin joins Healthy Learners as Director of Development and Marketing
April 12, 2021
Healthy Learners, a faith-based non-profit that provides students with access to essential medical, dental and vision care so that they have the opportunity to reach their full potential, has named…
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The NORD Family Foundation contributes $60,000 to support The Salvation Army Meals Service program
April 10, 2021
The NORD Family Foundation awarded $60,000 to The Salvation Army of the Midlands to support the Meals Service to the Homeless and Hungry program. The NORD Family Foundation has been…
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Richland Library celebrates 35th annual A(ugusta) Baker’s Dozen
April 7, 2021
Richland Library is combining the elements of storytelling and children’s literature to mark a special anniversary. Please join us for the 35th annual A(ugusta) Baker’s Dozen: A Celebration of Stories…
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SCBIO CEO Konduros accepts new leadership position, COO Erin Ford appointed interim CEO by SCBIO Board of Directors
April 7, 2021
Exiting CEO credited with reinvigorating organization, building team and investor base to “take South Carolina life sciences to an entirely new level”; SCBIO to conduct national search for new CEO…
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Babcock Center
April 6, 2021
Babcock Center is a private non-profit organization focused on supporting those with intellectual or developmental disabilities by promoting abilities and respecting choice. Founded in 1969 by Mary L Duffie, Babcock…
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Original Six Foundation raises $300,000 for rural South Carolina education
April 6, 2021The Original Six Foundation (O6 Foundation) announced nearly $300,000 supporting educational programs for students in South Carolina’s rural school districts. Nearly 80 participants from businesses and organizations across the southeast…
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Dominion Energy offers $1 million in critical community needs grants
April 5, 2021
Dominion Energy is inviting nonprofit organizations across the company’s footprint to apply for grants of up to $25,000 each to meet critical needs in communities. For the sixth consecutive year, the Dominion…
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‘The Cheese Biscuit Queen’ launches cookbook and donates proceeds to MIRCI in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month.
April 5, 2021South Carolina native and longtime Midlands resident Mary Martha Greene will launch her much-anticipated cookbook, “The Cheese Biscuit Queen Tells All,” on May 3rd and will donate a portion of…
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Former U.S. surgeon general Regina Benjamin to discuss disparities in public health in next EngenuitySC Competitiveness Series event
April 2, 2021
EngenuitySC will host Regina M. Benjamin, MD, MBA, who served as the 18th U.S. surgeon general (2009-2013), in a discussion on disparities in public health and how to narrow the…
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Empower SC to host panel discussions with top mayoral candidates
April 1, 2021
Empower SC hosts panel discussion on April 7th with Tameika Isaac Devine, Sam Johnson ahead of mayoral election in Columbia Local advocacy group Empower SC will be hosting a panel…
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Lexington One Educational Foundation awards $15,000 in innovation grants for K-8 schools for 2021-2022 school year
April 1, 2021
The Lexington One Educational Foundation recently awarded a total of $15,091 in Innovation Grants for K-8 Schools to four schools in Lexington County School District One. These Innovation Grants, valued…
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SCMEP generates $3 Billion statewide economic impact
March 30, 2021
SCMEP works with 400 SC manufacturers to advance the state’s economic impact The South Carolina Manufacturing Extension Partnership (SCMEP) released its record-breaking annual report numbers, resulting in a statewide economic…
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Prominent SC leaders to be recognized in annual awards program
March 29, 2021Several South Carolina leaders and initiatives will be recognized this year by the South Carolina African American Heritage Commission (SCAAHC) in its annual “Preserving Our Places in History: Lest We Forget” award program on April 9,…
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Palmetto Place Sweet and Savory fundraising event returns for 14th year
March 29, 2021
Palmetto Place Children & Youth Services has two options for guests to sample food from some of the Midlands best chefs. After having to cancel last year, Palmetto Place Children…
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The Unumb Center for Neurodevelopment is selling luminaries to Light It Up Blue on World Autism Awareness Day
March 25, 2021
The Unumb Center for Neurodevelopment invites the community to purchase or sponsor luminaries to light on Friday, April 2 at 8:00 p.m. outside of homes or businesses in honor of…
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Historic Columbia’s Keith Mearns named winner of American Horticultural Society’s 2021 Emerging Horticultural Professional Award
March 23, 2021
Keith Mearns, Historic Columbia’s director of grounds, has been named the winner of the American Horticultural Society’s 2021 Emerging Horticultural Professional Award. Mearns began his work at HC in 2015…
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Y’all Aboard! The South Carolina Railroad Museum unveils new brand identity
March 23, 2021
The South Carolina Railroad Museum (SCRM) is pleased to share its newly imagined brand identity and positioning concept, “Y’all Aboard,” as a part of a pro bono rebranding initiative developed…
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The Duke Endowment announces $1.5 million gift to One SC Fund: COVID-19 Response
March 23, 2021
Applications for the first round of grants are open through March 31 The Duke Endowment approved $1.5 million to support South Carolinians impacted by the coronavirus crisis. This is the…
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Junior League of Columbia launches Little Black Dress Initiative
March 23, 2021
The Junior League of Columbia (JLC) is hosting its second annual Little Black Dress Initiative (LBDI), bringing to light the needs of families and children in the Midlands. During the…
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Three additional Richland Library locations to offer limited indoor services
March 22, 2021
Richland Library is announcing the expansion of services at three of our locations. Limited indoor computer use and limited indoor browsing are now available from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.…
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Healthy Learners
March 22, 2021
In the spirit of the Sisters of Charity of St. Augustine, Healthy Learners is devoted to removing children’s health barriers to learning with love and compassion. Our vision is that…
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Eat Smart Move More SC, South Carolina Office of Rural Health receive funding to collaborate on community health initiative
March 21, 2021Eat Smart Move More SC (ESMMSC) and the South Carolina Office of Rural Health (SCORH) received a grant from the BlueCross® BlueShield® of South Carolina Foundation, an independent licensee of…
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Non Profit Minute – Lizzie Smith, American Heart Association
March 18, 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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Homeless No More breaks ground on new education facility
March 17, 2021
On March 8, 2021, nonprofit organization Homeless No More broke ground on its new Education Facility off Two Notch Road in Northeast Columbia. When completed, the new 5,000 sf building…
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Artista Vista returns April 16-18 in Columbia’s official arts and Cultural District
March 16, 2021
April 16-18, the Vista Guild’s Artista Vista will honor the vibrancy and resiliency of the district with a celebration that is bigger and more inclusive than ever before. With health…
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Richland Library marks COVID-19 anniversary with 10 memorable moments
March 16, 2021
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to impact our daily lives, Richland Library is adapting to the needs of our community and intentionally offering resources, services and programs with the well-being…
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Harvest Hope Food Bank welcomes new CEO, Erinn Rowe
March 15, 2021
Erinn Rowe, the former Harvest Hope Food Bank Board Chair, has officially joined the organization as CEO effective today. Erinn had served on the Harvest Hope board since 2015. From…
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Columbia-based KRJ Consulting receives ISO 9001:2015 Certification
March 15, 2021
About ISO 9001:2015 Certification “Great things happen when the world agrees.” ISO 9001:2015 is the internationally recognized standard for the quality management of business management systems, standards and guidelines. The…
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Richland Library’s Next Evening Arts Program Offers Humorous Escape – March 19
March 15, 2021
Are you in need of a good laugh? Join Richland Library for Evening Arts: (Fake) TED Talks from 7 – 8 p.m., Friday, March 19 on our Facebook Page. The…
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EdVenture Children’s Museum celebrates longstanding partnership with SC Dental Association
March 12, 2021Since opening over 17 years ago, EdVenture Children’s Museum has welcomed over 3 million visitors with a mission to inspire children and youth to experience the joy of learning. At…
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Healthy Learners welcomes two new board members
March 11, 2021
Healthy Learners, a faith-based non-profit that connects school-aged children to health care providers to help remove barriers to school success, announces two new members to the Healthy Learners Board of…
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Call for Artists: Richland Library Crafts Outdoor Exhibition Series for Spring 2021
March 10, 2021
Richland Library is collaborating with local visual artist Jeff Rivers to expand the social and economic participation of underserved artists and communities. We’re currently seeking submissions for an outdoor exhibition…
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Liberty Fellowship accepting nominations for the Class of 2023
March 10, 2021
Liberty Fellowship is accepting online nominations through July 1 for its 16th Class of Fellows. “We look forward to receiving nominations from across the state and announcing the new class…
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