Application process open for Hospitality Tax Grant Funding Fiscal Year 2022/2023
March 8, 2022The City of Columbia is now accepting applications for Hospitality Tax Grant Funding for the 2022/2023 Fiscal Year (July 1, 2022– June 30, 2023). Applications are due on Friday, March…
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The Barbara Stone Foundation launches UP (Upward Professionals), an employment initiative with Hospitality America and Windsor Aughtry Hotel Group
March 3, 2022
The Barbara Stone Foundation, a Greenville-based non-profit dedicated to improving the lives of individuals with disabilities and their families, recently announced a unique pilot program and partnership with Hospitality America…
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Rare chance to hear Duke Ellington hits live!
March 3, 2022
Charleston Jazz is proud to present “The ‘Suite’ Sounds of Ellington,” at two popular Lowcountry venues this March. The highly-acclaimed Charleston Jazz Orchestra will appear at the beautiful, outdoor Firefly…
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Our Pee Dee branch is getting a new home!
March 2, 2022
After over two years of pandemic response and assessing the modern needs of the Pee Dee region, we are excited to announce our Pee Dee Branch is moving to a…
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NFT Community provides significant meals funding to RMHC Charleston
March 2, 2022
The Ronald McDonald House Charities of Charleston (RMHC Charleston) would like to thank ChelleBee and her team at Hodler Heroes NFT for their generous NFT donation. Hodler Heroes NFT —…
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LRADAC to host Black Balloon art installation in honor of 172 Individuals lost to overdoses in Richland and Lexington Counties
March 2, 2022
172 residents of Richland and Lexington Counties lost their lives to substance overdoses in 2021—an alarming rise that follows national trends in the increasing numbers of substance misuse-related deaths. To…
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Trident United Way volunteers make 5th annual Read Across America Day a success
March 2, 2022
Trident United Way’s 5th Annual Read Across America Day made a difference for students across the Tri-County. More than 40 volunteers read to an estimated 900 elementary school students during…
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Upstate Warrior Solution named first nonprofit to win Applause Award by Better Business Bureau of the Upstate
March 1, 2022
BBB® of Upstate South Carolina awarded Upstate Warrior Solution with the BBB Applause Award for meeting and exceeding advertising standards, making it the first nonprofit to receive the award. Each quarter,…
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Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Carolinas to host 17th Annual RMHCC Golf Classic
March 1, 2022
Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Carolinas (RMHCC) is announced its 17th Annual RMHCC Golf Classic will be held on Wednesday, April 27th at the Cliffs at Mountain Park. We’re warming up…
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Disability Advocacy Day March 2 at State House
March 1, 2022
The South Carolina Partnership of Disability Organizations (SCPDO) will be celebrating their 33rd Annual Disability Advocacy Day event on Wednesday, March 2 at the South Carolina State House (North grounds).…
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Celebrate world cultures right here at home
February 28, 2022
Upstate International is gearing up for its 10th anniversary celebration of Upstate International Month (UIM) this March. Since its inception in 2013, every month of March has been filled with…
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Join Historic Columbia for “Celebrating 60” community day
February 28, 2022
Spring forward at this March 13th event to celebrate Historic Columbia’s 60th anniversary and the opening of the new Boyd Foundation Horticultural Center Join Historic Columbia for “Celebrating 60,” a community event…
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Laurens YMCA – Building More than Muscle
February 28, 2022
Most people think of work outs and sports when they think about the local YMCA. That’s a great place to go for exercise but the Lakelands YMCA is providing much…
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From Lora Tucker, CEO Girl Scouts of South Carolina—Mountains to Midlands.
February 28, 2022
“Based on the information we have right now, due to production and shipping challenges of Girl Scout Cookies, Girl Scouts of South Carolina—Mountains to Midlands will extend the 2022 cookie…
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Central Carolina Community Foundation awards Catalyst Award to Killingsworth Home
February 28, 2022
Central Carolina Community Foundation, the Midlands’ local center for philanthropy, has awarded the 2021-2022 David W. Robinson Catalyst Award to Killingsworth Home for its commitment to helping women emerging from…
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Free community event coming to Leo’s Landing, Saluda Shoals Park
February 27, 2022
Children of all abilities are invited to attend a free event at Leo’s Landing, an inclusive playground at Saluda Shoals Park, from 10 a.m. to noon on Saturday, March 19.…
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Rebuild Upstate announces search for a full-time CEO
February 27, 2022
Founder Chris Manley to transition to Strategic Advisor For the first time in 15 years, Rebuild Upstate is looking for a full-time CEO. Since it started its mission of repairing…
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Laurens County Resident Appointed to South Carolina Veterans’ Trust Fund Board
February 27, 2022
A Laurens County resident has been appointed to serve as a board member of the South Carolina Veterans’ Trust Fund. The Veterans’ Trust Fund of South Carolina was established to…
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Dr. Jabari Bodrick named Director of Education & Resiliency for United Way of the Midlands
February 25, 2022
United Way of the Midlands welcomes Jabari Bodrick, Ph.D. as Director of Education & Resiliency to develop and implement strategies that advance United Way’s community goals for education and youth…
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Upstate Warrior Solution bridges critical gap in support for veterans through Justice-Involved Veteran Outreach program
February 24, 2022
In cooperation with the VA’s Veterans Justice Outreach Program, Upstate Warrior Solution (UWS) presents its comprehensive Justice-Involved Veteran Outreach (JIVO) program. Through the JIVO program, UWS partners with law enforcement…
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Richland Library partners with Richland Soil and Water Conservation District to bring Seed Sanctuary to Eastover
February 23, 2022
Eastover Residents can Access Free Seeds at Richland Library Eastover Richland Library Eastover (608 Main St., Eastover) welcomes a Seed Sanctuary in partnership with the Richland Soil and Water Conservation…
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Cayce United Methodist Church to host community Food Truck Rodeo in March
February 23, 2022
Cayce United Methodist Church (CUMC) will host its first ever Food Truck Rodeo from 4:00 until 7:00 p.m. on Saturday, March 26, 2022, at 1600 12th Street, Cayce, SC 29033. The…
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Buy a Sub: Send Team South Carolina athletes to the 2022 Special Olympics USA Games
February 23, 2022
Jersey Mike’s 12th Annual “Month of Giving” Celebrates Special Olympics Athletes Nationwide The 2022 Special Olympics USA Games is joining forces with 74 Jersey Mike’s Subs locations throughout South Carolina for its 12th Annual March “Month of…
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Dee Norton Child Advocacy Center provides Problematic Sexual Behavior-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Program aimed to prevent recidivism
February 23, 2022
Charleston, S.C. – Dee Norton Child Advocacy Center, the region’s leading resource to prevent abuse, protect children, and heal families, is shedding light on the importance of their Problematic Sexual…
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TD SYNNEX announces date, theme and location for 2022 Share the Magic Greenville annual celebration
February 23, 2022
Share the Magic to expand in 12th year from five TD SYNNEX markets to seven across North America TD SYNNEX announced today its Share the Magic annual fundraising celebration in…
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Prisma Health team members to help build eight SC homes across six counties for largest-ever Habitat for Humanity event
February 22, 2022
Prisma Health will partner with Habitat for Humanity on Thursday, Feb. 24, for the largest single-day multi-site project in Habitat for Humanity South Carolina’s history. The inaugural Prisma Health Partnership…
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Register today for Trident United Way’s Read Across America Day – event is Wednesday, March 2
February 22, 2022
Ever wonder how to make a positive difference in our schools? Trident United Way has just the idea! On Wednesday, March 2nd, Trident United Way will be hosting the 5th…
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United Way of the Midlands welcomes Elliott Epps as Director of Leadership and Capacity Building
February 22, 2022
Elliott Epps recently joined United Way of the Midlands’ community impact team as its new Director of Leadership and Capacity Building to increase capacity within local nonprofits and manage overall…
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Speaker Series to focus on the intersections of faith and climate change
February 22, 2022
What: The fifth annual James Sawers Jr. Speaker Series presented by the Charleston Interreligious Council (www.CICouncil.org). Headlined by Drs. Mary Evelyn Tucker and John Grim, senior Lecturers and Research Scholars…
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Local Columbia heroes are unstoppable in fight against blood cancer
February 21, 2022
The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society Kicks off Annual Man & Woman of the Year Campaign Every 180 seconds, somebody in the U.S. dies of a blood cancer. And in today’s…
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Central Carolina Community Foundation invites Richland and Lexington County residents to take action through On the Table
February 21, 2022
Central Carolina Community Foundation, the Midlands’ leader in collaborative philanthropy, invites residents of Richland and Lexington counties to lend their voice during On the Table — happening March 6-12. For…
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55 images that awakened civil rights change on display at Upcountry History Museum
February 21, 2022Being in the right place at the right time often means the difference between ordinary and extraordinary. Witness to History: Selma Photography of Stephen Somerstein is a perfect example of…
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Was Normal Good Enough?
February 18, 2022
By Erinn Rowe CEO Harvest Hope Food Bank As the CEO of Harvest Hope Food Bank, I have seen the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic firsthand. I have seen a…
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Serve & Connect to host 2022 Illuminight Gala on March 18
February 17, 2022
Serve & Connect will host its annual fundraiser, the Illuminight Gala, on March 18 at 800 Junction in downtown Columbia. The nonprofit’s signature fundraising event celebrates the organization’s mission, including…
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Trident United Way unveils 211 Helpline texting option
February 16, 2022
Trident United Celebrates February 11 as 211 Day, to raise awareness for the Helpline. Today we announce a new texting option that puts users in control of finding resources in…
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Able South Carolina announces creation of SC Disability Vaccine Access Network
February 16, 2022
Able South Carolina (Able SC) – a nonprofit focused on empowering individuals with disabilities to live active, self-determined lives – has announced the creation of the SC Disability Vaccine Access…
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Governor Henry McMaster recognizes impact of “Kidz in Lids” school program
February 15, 2022
Event raises funds to help support cancer patients and their families This year, hundreds more will be diagnosed with childhood cancer in North and South Carolina and the need for…
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Dee Norton Child Advocacy Center offers strategies for teens to identify and protect against abusive relationships amid Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month
February 15, 2022
Dee Norton Child Advocacy Center, the region’s leading resource to prevent abuse, protect children and heal families, offers strategies for teens to identify healthy versus abusive relationships amid Teen Dating…
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Girl Scouts of South Carolina—Mountains to Midland kicks off booth sales and DoorDash partnership
February 14, 2022
Girl Scouts in the midlands and upstate of South Carolina will begin booth sales of the new brownie-inspired AdventurefulsTM cookie alongside other favorites, on February 11, 2022 Friday, February 11, kicks off…
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Bon Secours earns National Physician Well-being Award
February 14, 2022
Award recognizes programs with resilience, learning, business & quality, and culture components Bon Secours, which is part of Bon Secours Mercy Health, was named the recipient of the prestigious Medicus…
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Recognize Library Lovers Month this February
February 14, 2022
Richland Library shares five reasons to love your library With 13 bustling locations across Richland County, Richland Library gives residents plenty of reasons to love their local library. This February,…
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United Way releases Community Assessment, announces Call to Action to assist with community’s needs
February 14, 2022
United Way of the Midlands’ 2021 Community Assessment asked hundreds of residents of Calhoun, Fairfield, Lexington, Newberry, Orangeburg and Richland counties, “What kind of community do you want to live…
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Play With Purpose in The Drive Golf Tournament benefiting Prisma Health Cancer Institute – Columbia April 11-29
February 14, 2022
For 32 years, generous donors have helped advance cancer care in the Midlands through their support of Prisma Health Midlands Foundation’s annual golf tournament. The 2022 tournament—The Drive—presented by Aflac,…
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Columbia Urban League honors CIU President during Black History Month commemoration
February 14, 2022
Columbia International University President Dr. Mark Smith was surprised during CIU’s observance of Black History Month, when Columbia Urban League president and CEO James T. McLawhorn Jr. honored him with…
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Free cookies for record-setting deputies
February 14, 2022
McAlister’s Deli at 10254 Two Notch Road in northeast Columbia provided free cookie gift cards (redeemable for one giant cookie) for each of the 20-plus Richland County deputy sheriffs who…
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Richland County Sheriff’s Department breaks daily record for Salvation Army’s Red Kettle campaign
February 11, 2022
For the first time, RCSD partnered with The Salvation Army of the Midlands and raised $1,473.36 in one day at a single store location for the 2021 Red Kettle Campaign.…
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Lowcountry Food Bank announces its 23rd Annual Chefs’ Feast to Fight Childhood Hunger
February 10, 2022
Sponsorships are available to support Lowcountry Food Bank Childhood Hunger programs Lowcountry Food Bank (LCFB) announced that its 23rd annual Chefs’ Feast gala will be held on Sunday, February 27th,…
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Keep the Midlands Beautiful welcomes new Executive Director
February 9, 2022
The Board of Directors of Keep the Midlands Beautiful is pleased to announce that Ebonee Gadson has assumed the duties of Executive Director. Ebonee’s collaborative leadership style, commitment to fostering deep…
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Terry K. Schmoyer named Corporate Walk Chair for The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s Light The Night
February 9, 2022
The South Carolina Region of The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) announced Terry K. Schmoyer of Schmoyer and Company CPAs as the Corporate Walk Chair of its 2022 Light The…
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Jerry Chapman joins Alzheimer’s Association as Director of Ride to End ALZ® South Carolina
February 9, 2022
After 11 Years as Healthcare Executive, Chapman Switches Gears to Lead Charity Cycling Event On July 8-10, 2022, the Alzheimer’s Association® South Carolina Chapter will hold its annual cross-state cycling…
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