Capital Rotary’s leadership transition
June 27, 2019
Capital Rotary saluted its outgoing president and swore-in 2019-2020 officers and directors at a club assembly June 26. In photo, incoming president Abby Naas recognizes Philip Flynn’s 2018-2019 service with…
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Honors College Grad joins Rotary
June 27, 2019
Sponsor Neda Beal fixes a Rotary pin on Sean Powers’ lapel, symbolizing the recent University of South Carolina Honors College graduate’s induction into Capital Rotary club. Powers earned his BA…
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Local teens to gain special access to the library after closing
June 26, 2019
WHAT: Teen Lock-In WHEN: 6 – 9 p.m., Friday, July 12 WHERE: Richland Library Main 1431 Assembly St., Columbia, SC 29201 WHO: Free and open to the public Parents, Richland…
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Salute from the Shore to feature ‘Air Parade’ of F-18s flyover of South Carolina’s coast on July Fourth
June 26, 2019
Salute from the Shore, a 501(c)3 organization, was founded in 2010 by patriotic South Carolinians to honor our armed forces on Independence Day. Every year on the 4th of July,…
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Terminix employees raise over $129,000 during annual United Way campaign
June 26, 2019
Terminix Service, Inc., a longtime United Way of the Midlands supporter, completed its annual employee giving campaign raising more than $129,000, a 20 percent increase over prior year’s donations. “The…
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BE LIMITLESS with Matilda!
June 25, 2019If you have been around Town during a summer show, you know that one of our favorite things to do is to give back! This year, in conjunction with our…
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District Honors for Capital Rotary
June 20, 2019
Columbia’s Capital Rotary received high honors from District 7770 on June 19 for charitable giving and overall achievement of goals. Club president Philip Flynn (left in photo) receives a Leadership…
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Scientist sheds light on CBD oil
June 20, 2019
Cannabidiol (CBD) oil – the non-intoxicating marijuana extract that’s become a hot new “medicinal product” – may have a role to play in maintaining good health and treating disease. But…
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Scholarship recipient visits Rotary
June 20, 2019
Claire Davis, currently majoring in computer engineering at North Carolina State University in Raleigh, NC, was an honored guest at Capital Rotary’s June 19 breakfast meeting. Davis (in photo with…
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Central Carolina Community Foundation awards over $450,000 in scholarships for 2019-2020 school year
June 19, 2019
Central Carolina Community Foundation, the Midlands’s local center for philanthropy, has awarded over $450,000 in scholarships to 196 of South Carolina’s and the country’s outstanding students for the 2019-2020 school…
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Tickets for the annual Wild Summer’s Night Auction and Wild Game Feast are now on sale
June 19, 2019
Wild Game, Wild Items, and Wild Times…. Tickets are on sale NOW for the annual Wild Summer’s Night Auction and Wild Game Feast. Get em before they’re gone! To a…
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Riverbanks plans a Rhinormous welcome amid a Mammoth farewell
June 19, 2019Riverbanks Zoo and Garden will soon bid a bittersweet farewell to its pair of popular pachyderms as the Zoo prepares to welcome the return of another charismatic species—the Southern white…
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S.C. BlueCross Foundation launches new funding for innovative health solutions
June 18, 2019
The BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina Foundation is encouraging organizations to apply for a new grant opportunity to improve the health and well-being of South Carolinians. The Catalyst grants initiative…
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City of Columbia employees raise more than $50,000 for United Way of the Midlands
June 18, 2019
The City of Columbia charitable giving campaign has concluded with employees raising more than $50,000 to support United Way of the Midlands. “We are grateful to the City of Columbia…
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South Carolina slips in ranking of child well-being
June 18, 2019
KIDS COUNT Data Book Ranks South Carolina 39th in Nation, Highlighting the State’s Challenges in Education and Poverty After achieving its highest ranking in 2018 in the most comprehensive nationwide…
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Non Profit Minute – Henry Well, South Carolina Cancer Alliance
June 17, 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.…
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Andrew Boozer named Executive Director of Senior Resources
June 14, 2019
Andrew Boozer has been named Executive Director of Senior Resources. He will begin in the position August 1, replacing Pam Dukes, who is retiring after more than six years at…
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Keep the Midlands Beautiful announces new Environmental Education Assistant and volunteer coordinator
June 12, 2019
Keep the Midlands Beautiful, Midlands, South Carolina, announced the addition of Beonka Ray as the Environmental Education Assistant and coordinator of volunteer programs. Ms. Ray has volunteered with our organization…
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Don’t worry about paying overdue fines at Richland Library
June 12, 2019
When it comes to returning library materials on time, sometimes life gets in the way. Richland Library is cognizant of that issue among our customers, so starting June 12, 2019,…
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Hosting scholarship recipients
June 12, 2019
Scholarship recipients Reagan Smith (left in photo) and Kate Chalfant (right) are welcomed to Capital Rotary’s June 12 meeting by Darren Foy, chair of the club’s scholarship committee. Smith, a…
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USC President – ‘A Career Well-Lived’
June 12, 2019
Dr. Harris Pastides – retiring soon as the University of South Carolina’s 28th president – told Capital Rotary on June 12 that he has enjoyed “a career well-lived” in higher…
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SC Restaurant and Lodging Association welcomes new communications manager
June 11, 2019
The South Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association (SCRLA) recently welcomed Lenza Jolley as their new Communications Manager. Jolley will be responsible for developing and implementing strategic communications campaigns to increase…
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Wells Fargo invests $75,000 to support childhood literacy in the Midlands
June 10, 2019Wells Fargo presented United Way of the Midlands with a corporate gift of $75,000 to support local early childhood literacy efforts. “When companies like Wells Fargo invest in our children,…
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Growing Home Southeast adds new Chief Operating Officer
June 7, 2019
Growing Home Southeast welcomed Dr. Beverly Buscemi as its new Chief Operating Officer. Dr. Buscemi joins the organization with more than 20 years of human services management, administrative, and direct…
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The South Carolina Campaign to Prevent Teen Pregnancy rebrands to Fact Forward
June 7, 2019
The South Carolina Campaign to Prevent Teen Pregnancy is now Fact Forward. After 25 years of commitment to South Carolina, we have recognized the need to encompass all that we…
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Keep the Midlands Beautiful awarded $20,000 to support bridge restoration
June 5, 2019
Keep America Beautiful Grants $20,000 to Keep the Midlands Beautiful in Its Effort to Restore Washed Out Bridge at Michael J. and Mary Meech Mungo Park after 2015 Flood Community…
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Bestselling author to speak at Lourie Center’s Annual Meeting
June 5, 2019
The Lourie Center is hosting its Annual Member’s Meeting and Breakfast on Thursday June 27, 9-10:30 am. We will announce new board members, enjoy a year-end report from our executive…
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Take a bite out of hunger and save on Zoo admission during Toucan Tuesdays
June 5, 2019Annual Food Drive Benefitting Harvest Hope Food Bank Begins June 11 Planning a trip to Riverbanks Zoo and Garden this summer? Guests visiting on a Toucan Tuesday will receive BOGO…
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Rotarians aid local family, charity
June 5, 2019
Capital Rotarians have given a helping hand to a local family and to a local charity as part of the club’s commitment to community service, according to president Philip Flynn.…
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Dawn Hunt named chair of 29th Walk for Life and Famously Hot Pink Half Marathon, 5K + 10K
June 5, 2019
Dawn Hunt has been named chair of the 29th Walk for Life and Famously Hot Pink Half Marathon, 5K + 10K, signature fundraising events led by Prisma Health Midlands Foundation.…
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Two Rotary Foundation donors recognized
June 5, 2019
Capital Rotary president Philip Flynn (center in photo) congratulates Jimmy Gibbs (left) and Bud Foy for earning Paul Harris Fellow Plus-Four honors recognizing their continued contributions to The Rotary Foundation,…
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USC prof touts “Saving the South’s Flavors”
June 5, 2019
University of South Carolina professor Dr. David Shields brought a tasty message as Capital Rotary’s June 5 guest speaker. Shields (flanked in photo by Rotarians Chris Myers at left and…
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SC Center for Fathers and Families launches 2nd Annual “Reel Connection” Father’s Day campaign
June 4, 2019The South Carolina Center for Fathers and Families (Center) has launched its 2nd Annual Reel Connection Campaign, part of the nonprofit’s annual Father’s Day appeal. Anchoring the campaign is Bassmaster Champion…
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Sara Green announced as Executive Director of South Carolina Wildlife Federation
June 3, 2019
SC Wildlife Federation poised for growth with new Executive Director The South Carolina Wildlife Federation (SCWF) has named Sara K. Green as Executive Director. Green is the sixth Executive Director…
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Commission on Higher Education announces new president and executive director
June 3, 2019
Dr. Rusty L. Monhollon has been named president and executive director of the South Carolina Commission on Higher Education (CHE). Monhollon’s appointment was confirmed by a unanimous vote of the…
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Woodlands along two South Carolina rivers, now conserved
June 3, 2019Nearly 140 acres of natural and scenic woodlands bordered by two major South Carolina rivers surrounded by the U.S. Sumter National Forest are now protected, thanks to the collaborative efforts…
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Public discussion to focus on local & national eviction concerns
May 31, 2019
WHAT: American Eviction: Why a Nation of Renters Can’t Make Rent WHEN: 6 – 7:30 p.m., Wednesday, June 5 WHERE: Richland Library Main 1431 Assembly St., Columbia, SC 29201 WHO:…
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Looking for something local, free & engaging to do this summer?
May 30, 2019
As the school year comes to an end and the unofficial start to summer arrives, Richland Library is encouraging local residents to keep their minds active and engaged over the…
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Salvation Army presents ‘DOING THE MOST GOOD’ awards
May 30, 2019
The Salvation Army of the Midlands celebrated National Salvation Army Week last week. A major highlight of the week included presenting community partners with ‘DOING THE MOST GOOD’ awards. The…
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Hoyt Duncan Legacy Fund donates funding to The Comet for supporting foodshare program at The Comet
May 30, 2019
The Hoyt Duncan Legacy Fund through Central Carolina Community Foundation has made a generous donation of $2,500 to support The COMET’s effort in selling fresh produce to its riders at…
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Lake Carolina Development donates $31,000 to local Children’s Charities
May 30, 2019
Lake Carolina Properties presented a check for $31,000 to five local charities through its beneficiary, Children’s Charities of the Midlands. This gift was made possible through various community events and…
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Rotarians Tour Ronald McDonald House
May 29, 2019
Capital Rotarians toured Columbia’s Ronald McDonald House on May 29, getting a firsthand look at how it provides a comforting atmosphere for families and children in times of medical crisis.…
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Non Profit Minute – Craig Currey, Transitions Homeless Center
May 28, 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…
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David Platts announced as next executive director of South Carolina Arts Commission
May 28, 2019
The South Carolina Arts Commission (SCAC) Board of Directors announced David Platts of Lancaster as the agency’s new executive director effective July 1, 2019. Platts currently serves as arts and…
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Five Points Association names Kelsey Desender as Executive Director
May 28, 2019The Five Points Association announced Kelsey Desender has been named Executive Director. Desender takes over for her predecessor of six years, Amy Beth Franks, who remains an active part of…
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2019 Midlands LLS Man & Woman of the Year winners
May 24, 2019The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s South Carolina Chapter Announces 2019 Midlands Man & Woman of the Year Winners On May 16th we announced a Lexington woman and a Columbia man…
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AI Changing Society, Culture
May 23, 2019
Rapid adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) is changing society and culture around the world, according to technology consultant Eric Davis, Capital Rotary’s May 22 guest speaker. Davis (shown with Rotarian…
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SCFB successfully advocates for farmers in Duke rate increase case
May 22, 2019
The South Carolina Public Service Commission issued a ruling on Duke Energy Progress’ proposed rate increase on Tuesday. South Carolina Farm Bureau President Harry Ott and other Farm Bureau members…
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Honors for longtime Rotarian
May 22, 2019
Longtime Rotarian Gene Oliver (left in photo) has been recognized by Capital Rotary for 55 years of membership in the service club. President Philip Flynn also honored Oliver as a…
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National Salvation Week Schedule of Events May 20-26
May 22, 2019
The Salvation Army of the Midlands is celebrating National Salvation Army Week this week through Sunday, May 26. Throughout the week, several events will be hosted as a way for…
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