Thornwell Home Builds Better Families
May 8, 2019
Building loving and supportive environments for families and young people is the role undertaken by Thornwell Home for Children since its founding as a Presbyterian ministry in 1875, according to…
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Sistercare honors two survivors of domestic violence at annual Woman of the Year Celebration
May 8, 2019
Reverend Dr. Sonya Lewis and Stella TLV were the honorees at Sistercare’s annual Woman of the Year Celebration on Thursday, May 2nd, 2019. The Women of the Year event recognizes…
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CyberSC to present Annual Awards for Cyber Excellence at 3rd Annual Cybersecurity Summit in Greenville on May 16th
May 6, 2019CyberSC announced the recipients of the 2019 CyberSC Awards for Cyber Excellence. Award recipients in three categories – Industry, Government, and Academia – will be recognized at the SC Chamber…
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Non-profit names new President of Board of Directors
May 6, 2019
LawyerLisa Marketing Director Named President of the Board of Directors for The Therapy Place LawyerLisa, LLC announced that Marketing Director, Heather McDonald, has been appointed as the new President of…
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Mental Illness Recovery Center, Inc. holds annual 52 Windows fundraiser
May 3, 2019
To Benefit Midlands Housing and Homeless Programs The Mental Illness Recovery Center, Inc. (MIRCI) is holding its annual benefit, 52 Windows, at 701 Whaley Street on Thursday, May 9 at 6…
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Girl Scouts of South Carolina–Mountains to Midlands to Honor 28 Gold Award Girl Scouts
May 3, 2019
Through the Gold Award, girls not only provide solutions that last to some of society’s biggest problems—like cleaner oceans, equity in girls’ education, and greater access to science and technology…
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State employees raise more than $218,000 for United Ways across South Carolina
May 2, 2019
The South Carolina State Employee Charitable Giving Campaign has concluded with more than $218,000 raised for United Ways across the state, and almost $150,000 of that will go to improve…
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Gabi Santos joins Prisma Health Midlands Foundation
May 2, 2019
Prisma Health Midlands Foundation announced Gabi Santos has joined the Public Relations/Events team as events manager for Prisma Health Children’s Hospital–Midlands. Prior to joining the Foundation, Santos was Fund Development…
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Plus-Eight Paul Harris Fellow Recognition
May 1, 2019
Capital Rotary member Mike Montgomery (left in photo) is congratulated by club president Philip Flynn for continuing contributions to The Rotary Foundation in support of international programs that promote peace,…
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Lifestyle Changes Improve Heart Health
May 1, 2019
Small lifestyle changes can make a big difference in a person’s heart health, according to Stephanie Portnall and Cierra Ketchel of the American Heart Association, guest speakers at Capital Rotary’s…
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Capital Rotary honored as Two-Star Club
May 1, 2019
Eric Davis (right in photo), an assistant governor for Rotary District 7770 in eastern South Carolina, congratulates Columbia Capital Rotary president Philip Flynn for the club’s achieving Two-STAR status. This…
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SCCADVASA’s “REALationships IQ” quiz helps parents and teens discuss healthy relationships
May 1, 2019
It’s official: The REALationships101 campaign and its new REALationships IQ quiz is a hit with teens and parents across South Carolina. In March, the S.C. Coalition Against Domestic Violence and…
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Midlands Mediation Center announces Power Mondays – Peace Talks
April 30, 2019
The Midlands Mediation Center, a non-profit organization serving central South Carolina since 1998 specializing in conflict resolution, mediation and development of communication skills, announces Power Mondays – Peace Talks, a…
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Friends of Sesqui dedicates five red maples to the Mimosa Garden Club of Columbia at Sesquicentennial State Park
April 30, 2019The tree dedication coincided with Earth Day and Arbor Day as the newly planted trees replaced four invasive Bradford pear trees on site at Sesqui In celebration of Earth Day…
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$5,000 Caritas grant recipient
April 30, 2019
The Southeastern Chapter National Safety Council (SCNSC) was selected as a $5,000 Caritas grant recipient from the Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina for “Keys to Independence: Driver’s Education…
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Sisters of Charity awards $5,000 for keys to independence: driver’s education for low-income & foster youth
April 30, 2019The Southeastern Chapter National Safety Council (SCNSC) was selected as a $5,000 Caritas grant recipient from the Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina for “Keys to Independence: Driver’s Education…
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May 7 will be the biggest Midlands Gives Day ever, with 415 non profits
April 29, 2019
On Tuesday, May 7, Central Carolina Community Foundation will connect “everyday philanthropists” with 415 local nonprofits during Midlands Gives — the 18-hour local online giving challenge. Midlands Gives is hosted…
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The Brain Injury Association of South Carolina announces 2019 Food for Thought panelists
April 29, 2019
The Brain Injury Association of South Carolina (BIASC) announces the 2019 panelists for its inaugural Food for Thought fundraising event. This event is the BIASC’s primary fundraising event in the…
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Friends of Sesqui dedicates five red maples to the Mimosa Garden Club
April 29, 2019
The tree dedication coincided with Earth Day and Arbor Day as the newly planted trees replaced four invasive Bradford pear trees on site at Sesqui In celebration of Earth Day…
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Lecture at museum to tell story of young boy’s account of the Civil War
April 29, 2019
When LeRoy Wiley Gresham was 8 years old, he and some friends were playing where they shouldn’t have been – in a burned-out building in his hometown of Macon, Ga.…
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IT-oLogy
April 29, 2019
IT-oLogy’s mission is to attract, educate, grow and retain future IT talent to address the IT skills crisis that South Carolina is facing. We do this through offering innovative, interactive,…
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TCCC’s Math Pathways Project Team announces new convener
April 26, 2019
John M. Cooper, Ed.D, who served in several positions at Harvard University and has extensive experience in education and government, has agreed to serve as the new convener of Tri-County…
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“Make-A-Wish South Carolina Day” to celebrate the chapter’s 35th Anniversary
April 25, 2019
The wish-granting community of South Carolina has a special day to look forward to. The S.C. Office of the Governor has issued a proclamation naming April 27, 2019 as “Make-A-Wish®…
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City Aims to Make Progress, Keep Quality
April 24, 2019
Columbia is planning for a future that is innovative and progressive, but also aims to maintain quality of life. That’s the message guest speaker Krista Hampton brought to Capital Rotary…
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Nonprofit Cola Town Bike Collective to launch ‘Sprocket” cycling app for Columbia, S.C., at May 1 event
April 24, 2019To kick off national Bike Month, the Cola Town Bike Collective (CTBC) is launching Sprocket, its new web-based app for cycling routes across the Columbia, S.C., region, with a celebration…
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Author Jerred Metz to discuss new novel about 30th Division in World War I
April 24, 2019
Local author Jerred Metz has just released a novel based on the experience of the 30th Infantry Division in France in the First World War. On Sunday, May 5, he…
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Theodore & Associates Insurance choose United Way of the Midlands as its “Commit to Cola” charity of the quarter
April 24, 2019
Theodore & Associates announced donations from its quarterly referral program “Commit to Cola” will support United Way of the Midlands. “We are thrilled to be supporting United Way’s incredible mission…
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Rotary partners with Pelion Basketball Team
April 23, 2019Photo Players from l/r Deshaun Gray, Dillan Williamson, Ethan Davis, Malcolm Davis, Trayvon Alston, Nico Austin, Jacob Lucas, Jaylen Davis, Jeramiah Green Jaylen Crawford (not pictured) and Brady Szumilas (not…
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Prisma Health Midlands Foundation recognized with SCPRSA Awards
April 23, 2019
Prisma Health Midlands Foundation’s public relations work was recently recognized by the South Carolina Chapter of Public Relations Society of America (SCPRSA) at the annual Mercury Awards. The annual awards…
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Friends of Sesqui to kick off 2019 concert in the part series with the McKenzie Butler Band
April 23, 2019
Friends of Sesqui is set to host a family-friendly concert in the park with music from local group, McKenzie Butler Band on Saturday, May 19th. The concert is free to…
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March of Dimes to host Lobby Day – May 1
April 22, 2019
On Wednesday, May 1, 2019 March of Dimes is hosting a Lobby Day at the South Carolina State House to bring awareness to World Maternal Mental Health Awareness Day and…
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Hear about Wade Hampton’s Iron Scouts, the ‘Confederate Special Forces’
April 19, 2019
They were stationed permanently behind enemy lines, where they gathered intelligence, identified targets of opportunity, and engaged in guerrilla warfare. Union soldiers dubbed them the “Iron Scouts.” To author Michael…
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$20,000 awarded to 11 local nonprofits for inaugural Beyond the Table mini-grants
April 18, 2019
Projects inspired by conversations during Central Carolina Community Foundation’s first On the Table initiative Central Carolina Community Foundation – the Midlands’ center for philanthropy – awarded $20,000 total to 11…
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WREN sells out third-annual Summit; leads discussion on pay, workplace and social equity
April 18, 2019
The Women’s Rights & Empowerment Network (WREN) hosted a sell-out crowd for their third-annual conference, 2019 WREN Summit: The Time Is Now. The event, held Monday, April 1 in conjunction…
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Flower Your Home with New Selections at Spring Book Sale
April 18, 2019
It’s a chance to get your hands on some great deals and rare finds while adding to your book, music and movie collections. The Richland Library Friends and Foundation is…
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Richland Library announces Easter Schedule
April 18, 2019
All Richland Library locations will close Sunday, April 21 in observance of Easter. Local residents will still be able to access the library’s resources and information online. If you would…
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Investigator warns about sex trafficking
April 18, 2019
For safety’s sake, it’s important to know the signs of sex trafficking and for parents – especially – to ensure that children take charge of their own security. That’s what…
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Mayor Benjamin joins the Brain Injury Association of South Carolina’s Food for Thought Host Committee
April 17, 2019
Sponsorships and tickets are still available The Brain Injury Association of South Carolina (BIASC) announced that Mayor Stephen Benjamin will be joining the 2019 Host Committee for its brand new…
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DreamBee Foundation awards Sistercare $5,000 grant
April 17, 2019
Sistercare awarded first grant during National Child Abuse Month DreamBee Foundation awarded Sistercare the first ever “The Women We Watched Freedom Grant” on April 12th at 11am in conjunction with…
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Sistercare, Inc.
April 17, 2019
Sistercare seeks to provide comprehensive services for victims of domestic violence and their children and to advocate on behalf of these survivors, and to help prevent domestic violence through community…
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Non Profit Minute – Sue Williams, Children’s Trust of South Carolina
April 16, 2019
The Who’s on the Move, BizSC, Non Profit Minute is a quick, one minute interview in support of the amazing impact that local non profits have on our communities. We would…
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Whole Foods Market Community Giving Day to benefit Harvest Hope Food Bank
April 15, 2019Five percent of net sales to benefit Harvest Hope Food Bank on Thursday, April 18 Harvest Hope Food Bank announced that it will receive 5% of net sales from the…
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Make-A-Wish® South Carolina announces new President & CEO
April 15, 2019
Make-A-Wish South Carolina announced Misty Farmer as its new President and CEO. A native of Birmingham, Alabama, Farmer moved to Greenville, SC in 2014 to become Make-A-Wish South Carolina’s new…
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Healthy Learners announces new Director of Operations
April 12, 2019
Joanne Bamberg-Jackson takes on exciting new role Healthy Learners, a ministry of Sisters of Charity Health System, is proud to announce that Joanne Bamberg-Jackson has been named Director of Operations.…
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Five Points Foundation donates $43,450 to local non-profits and charities
April 11, 2019On Thursday, April 11, 2019, the Five Points Foundation awarded $43,450 to 28 charities and non-profit organizations in the Midlands from revenue generated from the 37th Annual St. Pat’s in Five…
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Goodwill Means Hand Up, Not Handout
April 11, 2019
Goodwill Industries in South Carolina’s upstate and midlands is successful in putting people to work, true to the organization’s 1902 founding philosophy that it gives a “hand up” instead of…
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Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired South Carolina announces two new staff members
April 11, 2019The Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired South Carolina is pleased to welcome Bryson Young, Director of Major Gifts, and Ruthie Harman, Client Service and Office Manager, as the…
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Sexual Trauma Services of the Midlands cancels 10th annual Walk A Mile In Their Shoes event
April 10, 2019
On Tuesday, April 9, 2019, Sexual Trauma Services of the Midlands (STSM) received on our 24-hour hotline several calls threatening harm to our staff and organization. We have faith in our…
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United Way of the Midlands
April 10, 2019
United Way of the Midlands is the most organized, efficient and accountable system for investing in the community. With nearly 70 Community Impact Partners, United Way works to identify and…
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BlueCross® BlueShield® of South Carolina Foundation award grant to support United Way’s WellPartners Adult Eye Clinic
April 9, 2019
United Way of the Midlands announced today it has received a grant from the BlueCross® BlueShield® of South Carolina Foundation, an independent licensee of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield…
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