Recognition for two Paul Harris Fellows
March 4, 2020
Capital Rotary president Abby Naas (left in photo) recognized Philip Flynn and Katherine Anderson on March 4 for their continuing support of The Rotary Foundation, the international service club’s charitable…
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Leading expert in unconscious racial bias coming to the Midlands
March 4, 2020
One of the world’s leading experts on unconscious racial bias, Dr. Jennifer Eberhardt, is coming to Columbia, South Carolina. Join Richland Library and the Together SC Summit for Biased: Uncovering…
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Avoid Being the Cobbler with Bad Shoes
March 3, 2020
By Amanda Loveday NP Strategy For many of us, our day-to-day activities are dictated by the services we provide to our customers – so much so, that we too…
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Understanding community foundations: CCCF reflects on 35 years
March 2, 2020
Central Carolina Community Foundation — the Midlands’ center for philanthropy — is approaching a record-setting total of $200 million in grants and scholarships awarded since its inception. This will be…
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Celebrate The Gift of Time at Leeza’s Care Connections Senior Prom – April 3
February 28, 2020Senior Prom is a challenge to the community to connect across the generations through the timeless language of music all the while fundraising to help support families coping with chronic…
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Healthy Learners welcomes four new board members
February 27, 2020
Healthy Learners, a faith-based non-profit that connects school-aged children to health care providers to help remove barriers to school success, announces four new members to the Healthy Learners Board of…
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Non Profit Minute – David Platts, South Carolina Arts Commission
February 27, 2020
The Who’s on the Move, BizSC, 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…
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Healthy Learners welcomes four new board members
February 27, 2020
Healthy Learners, a faith-based non-profit that connects school-aged children to health care providers to help remove barriers to school success, announces four new members to the Healthy Learners Board of…
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SC nonprofits Facing Race Together
February 26, 2020
A 2019 gathering of South Carolina’s nonprofit leaders ranked racial equity as the most important issue for them to address in preparing for the future. In response, Together SC will…
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New Paul Harris Fellow Honors
February 26, 2020
Capital Rotarian Le Frye (left in photo) was recognized as a new Paul Harris Fellow by club president Abby Naas at the Feb. 26 meeting. The honor – named for…
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Ronald McDonald House Charities announces annual gala
February 26, 2020
Proceeds to help house families of children being treated at medical facilities in Columbia Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC) is hosting its second annual RMHC Gala on Thursday, March 26 from 7:00 p.m. to 11:00…
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SCORH’s Shannon Chambers named to the board of the National Association of Rural Health Clinics
February 26, 2020
Shannon Chambers, Director of Provider Solutions for the SC Office of Rural Health, has been installed to the Board of Directors for the National Association of Rural Health Clinics (NARHC).…
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Home Works to host ‘Love on Lexington’ home repair blitz
February 25, 2020
Saturday March 7, Home Works will host the “Love on Lexington” blitz to repair the homes of Lexington County neighbors in need. Youth and adult volunteers from across the Midlands…
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Applications open for 2020 Ethel Bolden Minority Fellowship
February 24, 2020
The Richland Library Friends and Foundation is revitalizing an annual award, originally established in 2010, that bolsters academic achievements. Formerly a scholarship, the 2020 Ethel Bolden Minority Fellowship is extending…
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Two new members for Capital Rotary
February 24, 2020
Columbia’s Capital Rotary Club has added two new members – an exercise trainer and a local school district director. Shown after their induction are (from left) Barbara Gelberd with sponsor…
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South Carolina Retailers donate nearly $89,000 for hunger relief
February 23, 2020
Cash and Product Donations Support the Mission of Feeding the Carolinas The South Carolina Retail Association (http://scretail.org) and its retail member companies presented $89,000 in product and cash contributions to…
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Goodwill – Not Just a Thrift Store
February 19, 2020
Goodwill is more than a thrift store – it’s an organization dedicated to helping people find work and a place of belonging in their lives. That’s the message guest speaker…
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Junior Achievement, Dominion Energy, and Lexington One Technology Center partner to inspire girls to go into STEM-related careers
February 19, 2020
Junior Achievement (JA), Dominion Energy and Lexington One Technology Center (LTC) will host seventy female high school students from Lexington One Technology Center for the JA Girls STEM Summit Thursday,…
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Central Carolina Community Foundation grants $375,100 to 10 South Carolina nonprofits to launch innovative projects
February 18, 2020
Central Carolina Community Foundation, the Midlands’ local center for philanthropy, is pleased to award $375,100 to 10 Connected Communities grant recipients. In response to two questions, “What makes residents love…
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The HDR Young Professionals Group awards $5,000 to STEM-focused childhood literacy efforts in the Midlands through United Way of the Midlands
February 17, 2020
The HDR Foundation today presented United Way of the Midlands with a grant of $5,000 to provide STEM-focused reading nooks, literacy kits, and snacks for Midlands Reading Consortium (MRC) students…
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City Market kicks off Masters weekend with The Vista Open
February 17, 2020
City Market will kick off Masters weekend in Columbia with The Vista Open, a Masters-themed putting tournament and block party on Thursday April 9th at 5:30 pm. Proceeds from tournament…
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Health Policy Fellows recognized by SC Institute of Medicine & Public Health
February 17, 2020
Members of the South Carolina General Assembly have been recognized as the newest class of Health Policy Fellows by the South Carolina Institute of Medicine & Public Health (IMPH). The…
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Mission Lexington announces 2020 Board of Directors
February 16, 2020
Mission Lexington announces that the following individuals will serve as the 2020 Board of Directors. Will Cheatham, of First Community Bank will serve as the President and Chairman. Chris Rice…
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Second annual On the Table survey showcases optimism and empowerment for change
February 14, 2020
Central Carolina Community Foundation awards $19,600 in “Beyond the Table” mini-grants Central Carolina Community Foundation, the Midlands’ local center for philanthropy, has released its 2019 On the Table Impact Report.…
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Education Reform Bill Detailed
February 12, 2020
A 63-page bill in the SC Senate would mean more changes in the state’s public schools rather than true education reform, according to Pam Mills, guest speaker at Capital Rotary’s…
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Prisma Health Midlands Foundation inducts Randy and the late Mary Dailey as Fellows
February 12, 2020
Prisma Health Midlands Foundation has inducted Randy and the late Mary Dailey as Fellows. The Fellows distinction honors individuals whose contributions of time, talent and resources advance the Foundation’s mission…
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Girl Scouts of South Carolina – Mountains to Midlands announces new Board of Directors Members
February 11, 2020
Girl Scouts of South Carolina – Mountains to Midlands has announced the election of three new members to the Board of Directors serving a 22-county jurisdiction. The three new members…
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Babcock Center, Inc celebrates 50 years
February 10, 2020Babcock Center Announces 50th Anniversary Gala – February 29 Registration is now open for the Babcock Center 50th Anniversary Gala, a night where we celebrate 50 years of empowering people…
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Central Carolina Community Foundation distributes $8.8 million in grants and scholarships during first half of fiscal year
February 6, 2020Central Carolina Community Foundation, the Midlands’ local center for philanthropy, and its donors are pleased to announce that during the first half of the 2019-2020 fiscal year (July 1, 2019,…
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United Way’s Small Business Alliance hosts Driving Down Main: Part Deux Top Golf Swing Suite Charity Tournament
February 6, 2020
United Way of the Midlands’ Small Business Alliance (SBA) will host its annual Driving Down Main Topgolf Swing Suite Tournament at The Main Course on February 10-11, 2020. “We are…
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Treasurer ‘good steward’ of public funds
February 6, 2020
State treasurer Curtis Loftis touched on the highlights of his role as South Carolina’s “private banker” when he addressed Capital Rotary members Feb. 5. Loftis (shown in photo) is responsible…
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City Center Partnership unveils its Destination Downtown report
February 5, 2020City Center Partnership (CCP) unveiled its 40-page Destination Downtown report today. The report outlines accomplishments and value City Center Business Improvement District (Main Street District) has provided owners of downtown…
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Proclaim your #LibraryLove this February
February 3, 2020
Get ready to uncover your emotions during Library Lovers Month. It’s the perfect time to share personal experiences and feelings about the value that Richland Library brings to your life…
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Strong community spirit Leads to successful Christmas season for The Salvation Army of the Midlands
February 2, 2020
The Salvation Army of the Midlands raised over $255,000 with their 2019 Red Kettle Campaign. This campaign is the largest fundraiser all year. These funds support our programs to combat…
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Talented Tenth to host annual conference, The 2020 Convening: Access. Service. Elevation
January 31, 2020Talented Tenth, a Columbia-based young professionals’ organization founded by City of Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin, presents the Annual Talented Tenth Conference, The 2020 SC Convening: Access. Service. Elevation. The conference,…
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Club Tours Football Stadium Amenities
January 31, 2020
Capital Rotary members visited the University of South Carolina football field on Jan. 29, but they weren’t there to see Gamecocks on the gridiron. Instead, nearly 30 Rotarians (shown in…
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Central Carolina Community Foundation celebrates 35 years of philanthropy
January 29, 2020
Central Carolina Community Foundation, the Midlands’ local center for philanthropy, is celebrating three and a half decades of philanthropy and growth across the region. To commemorate 35 years of serving…
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Experience Black History Month with community-based programs for all ages
January 29, 2020
As Black History Month nears, Richland Library wants to highlight the achievements of African Americans across all mediums and recognize this year’s theme, which encompasses African Americans and the Vote.…
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Higher Ed Director becomes Capital Rotarian
January 28, 2020
The president and executive director of the S.C. Commission on Higher Education is Capital Rotary’s newest member. Rusty Monhollon (at left in photo with sponsor Bryan Goodyear) moved from Missouri…
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Children’s Trust welcomes expertise of Cease to direct policy initiatives
January 28, 2020
Phillip Cease has joined the Children’s Trust staff as the new director of policy and advocacy. A former policy advisor to Gov. Mark Sanford, Cease educates policymakers and legislative staffers at…
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Non Profit Minute – Marty Wells, Centennial Park
January 27, 2020
The Who’s on the Move, BizSC, 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…
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See who’s in DLI Midlands Class XIII
January 27, 2020
New year, new Midlands DLI class! We are excited to share the list of incoming Riley Fellows in your region. As usual, it is an impressive group of leaders who…
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Katie Schanz returns as chair of KEMOPALOOZA 2020
January 27, 2020
Katie Schanz has returned for a third year as chair of KEMOPALOOZA, Prisma Health Midlands Foundation’s signature fundraising event benefiting CAMP KEMO Programs of the Children’s Center for Cancer and…
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St. Pat’s in Five Points Festival highlights release
January 23, 2020
38th St. Pat’s in Five Points – Saturday, March 21, 2020 Benefiting local charities in the Midlands Today, the Five Points Association brought St. Pat’s in Five Points back to…
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Rotary Projects Aid Ghana
January 22, 2020
Past District 7770 governor Gary Bradham told Capital Rotarians on Jan. 22 how recent projects spearheaded by the international service club improved life in Ghana’s impoverished communities. Bradham (in photo…
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Central Carolina Community Foundation accepting scholarship applications for 2020-2021 school year
January 22, 2020
More than 190 scholarship opportunities totaling $500,000+ are available to students Central Carolina Community Foundation is now accepting scholarship applications through March 5, 2020, for the 2020-2021 school year. More…
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Amanda Metzger joins Healthy Learners as Director of Community Engagement
January 21, 2020
Healthy Learners has named Amanda Metzger as director of community engagement for the organization, which is a faith-based non-profit that connects school-aged children to health care providers to help remove…
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Sisters of Charity Foundation announces board officers and new members
January 21, 2020This Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina is announcing its new Board of Trustees and new officers for the 2020 year. Joining the Board for a three-year term are:…
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Prisma Health Midlands Foundation announces new board members
January 21, 2020
Prisma Health Midlands Foundation welcomes the following new board members. Prisma Health Midlands Foundation Board: Samer Abraham, Operating Partner, Lugoff Toyota John Griggs, Regional Executive, Synovus Lentz Ivey, President,…
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Annual ECO BALL slated for Earth Day 2020
January 21, 2020
Global expedition leader says “big announcement” planned for the 5th annual event By Alex Junes-Ward Global Eco Adventures, Inc. (GEA) will host its 5th annual ECO BALL at Columbia’s Riverbanks…
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