Richland Library makes list of 2021 Top Workplaces in SC
May 3, 2021
Integrated Media Publishing (Greenville Business Magazine, Columbia Business Monthly and Charleston Business Magazine) is announcing Richland Library as a 2021 Top Workplace in South Carolina. We’re one of nearly 50…
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Original Six Foundation launches literacy programming across the state
May 3, 2021
Book Fairs Focus on Early Childhood Literacy The Original Six Foundation (O6 Foundation) is proud to announce the 2021 My First Library program serving 16 South Carolina schools. During the…
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SC Secretary of State encourages donors to give smart and support local charities on May 4 & 5, 2021
May 3, 2021In anticipation of Midlands Gives, Palmetto Giving Day, and other fundraising events being held this week, South Carolina Secretary of State Mark Hammond is encouraging donors to practice wise charitable…
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Carolina Youth Development Center appoints four new board members
May 3, 2021
As Carolina Youth Development Center (CYDC) continues to grow its community partnerships the organization is pleased to announce the appointment of several community leaders to the CYDC Board of Directors.…
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Caliber kicks off 10TH annual Restoring You Food Drive to benefit Lowcountry Food Bank
May 3, 2021
Caliber’s Food Drive Takes on Even More Importance with a Rise in Food Insecurity for South Carolina Children Caliber, which encompasses a portfolio of automotive services brands including Caliber Collision,…
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LRADAC named as one of South Carolina’s Top Workplaces for 2021; President and CEO Gayle Aycock also recognized with special Leadership Award
May 3, 2021LRADAC, the designated substance misuse authority for Lexington and Richland Counties, has been awarded a Top Workplaces 2021 honor by the Top Workplaces organization. The Top Workplaces list is based…
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Wideman appointed as new Executive Director of Turning Pages, Inc.
May 3, 2021
Ram’on O. Wideman, President/CEO of Anointed Business Solutions, LLC, has been appointed as the new Executive Director of Turning Pages, Inc. Founded in 1968 as the Greater Columbia Literacy Council,…
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Prisma Health Midlands Foundation announces retirement of Samuel J. Tenenbaum, President
April 30, 2021
Prisma Health Midlands Foundation and its board of directors announce the retirement of Samuel J. Tenenbaum, who has served as president since July 2009. Tenenbaum’s retirement will be effective June…
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Lipscomb Family Foundation awards MIRCI $10,000 to support its homeless Youth Drop-in Center
April 30, 2021
The Lipscomb Family Foundation has awarded MIRCI $10,000.00 to support its Youth Drop-in Center (YDC) for youth experiencing or at risk of homelessness. The YDC provides access to basic needs,…
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Carlisle SynTec Systems donates free roof to Ronald McDonald House Charities of Charleston
April 29, 2021
Carlisle SynTec Systems, a leading provider of commercial roofing products, recently gave back to the community by donating a free roof to Ronald McDonald House Charities of Charleston. After inspection…
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SCHA launches “100 Faces of Healthcare” to honor workforce
April 28, 2021The South Carolina Hospital Association (SCHA) is celebrating the centennial of its founding with a campaign dedicated to the state’s healthcare workforce. The 100 Faces of Healthcare campaign launches today in…
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Publix launches the Publix Virtual 30 Challenge
April 28, 2021
Proceeds to support charities in Charleston, Charlotte and Nashville Publix announced today the launch of its new Publix Virtual 30 Challenge, a 30-day virtual exercise challenge. From June 1 through…
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JUMPSTART® names Cary Sanders as new Executive Director
April 27, 2021
The Board of Directors of JUMPSTART has named Cary Sanders as the organization’s new Executive Director. Cary will succeed current Executive Director, Tommy Moore, who is moving into a new…
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South Carolina publishers named environmental champions
April 27, 2021By W. Thomas Smith Jr. The husband-wife publishing team of Alan and Cheryl Cooper were named environmental champions during the morning kickoff event for POWERPLANTSC’s statewide tree-planting initiative, Thurs. –…
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Bridges to a Brighter Future celebrates milestone anniversary
April 27, 2021
Bridges to a Brighter Future is celebrating its 25th year and welcoming its 25th class of students when it kicks off a four-week residential program in June. The nonprofit organization…
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Jolene Madison named president of the SC School for the Deaf and the Blind
April 27, 2021
Jolene Madison has been named president of the SC School for the Deaf and the Blind (SCSDB). She brings 25 years’ experience in special education to the position and has…
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Communities in Schools of the Midlands Oyster Roast April 2021 – Photo Gallery
April 27, 2021The Communities in Schools of the Midlands Annual Oyster Roast, presented by Dominion Energy, was held on April 10, 2021 at The Hall at Senate’s End in Columbia, SC. This…
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Non Profit Minute – Samantha Zimmerschied, The Advanced Institute for Development and Learning
April 26, 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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Richland Library plans for upcoming outdoor programs
April 26, 2021
As Richland Library continues to thoughtfully and intentionally expand services, we’re beginning to pilot outdoor programs at our locations and in the community. The Farmers Market is back to offer…
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Support 480 local nonprofits on Midlands Gives Day, May 4 hosted by Central Carolina Community Foundation
April 26, 2021
Central Carolina Community Foundation is rallying the community to support 480 local nonprofits on Midlands Gives Day. In 2020, the day of giving raised a record-breaking $3.3 million, and in…
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Start Off Strong: Hyatt Park Elementary 4K and 5K enrollment event
April 26, 2021
Start Off Strong Event Aims to Increase Kindergarten Enrollment Richland First Steps partners with Prisma Health and United Way of the Midlands to enroll children in 4K and 5K at…
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Harmony Christian Community nears fundraising milestone
April 26, 2021
Despite the COVID pandemic, Harmony Christian Community announced it has raised $97,500 toward its first fundraising milestone of $100,000, and the board has secured $22,500 in matching gifts for the…
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Celebrate El día de los niños, el día de los libros with Richland Library
April 26, 2021
Richland Library is focusing on families, literacy and entertainment to recognize the annual celebration of El día de los niños, el día de los libros (Children’s Day/Book Day). Join us…
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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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Introduction to Adaptive Golf with Laurens County Special Needs Board
April 21, 2021
On April 14, 2021 Upstate-Carolina Adaptive Golf & Adaptive Golf Academy hosted an Adaptive Golf Coach training with Laurens County Disability and Special Needs Board. We had a great time…
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Tri-County Cradle to Career Collaborative welcomes Crystal Robinson Rouse
April 21, 2021
Crystal Robinson Rouse has joined Tri-County Cradle to Career Collaborative (TCCC) as the Director of Collective Action Networks. In this role she will be responsible for leading, overseeing, and coordinating the collective…
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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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Fostering Great Ideas: re-imagine foster care
April 21, 2021
At Fostering Great Ideas, we view foster care through the eyes of children in foster care. We respond to deep emotional and academic needs with innovative programming that says “You…
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New “Petco Love Lost” database uses breakthrough facial recognition technology to find missing cats and dogs across South Carolina
April 21, 2021
76 South Carolina Animal Shelters Partner with Petco Love to Reunite Lost Pets with Families This Friday, April 23, on National Lost Dog and Cat Awareness Day, more than 70…
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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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The Charity Ball Board of Greenville announces beneficiaries for funds raised by the 2021 Rose Ball
April 20, 2021
The Charity Ball Board of Greenville has unanimously selected the beneficiaries for the 2021 Rose Ball. The 26th Rose Ball will be held on Friday, September 24, 2021 at the…
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Countybank and Greenwood Capital donate $5000 to Burton Center
April 20, 2021
David Tompkins, Greenwood Market Executive for Countybank; John Cooper, Private Client Advisor for Greenwood Capital; and Wells Dunlap, Commercial Relationship Manager for Countybank, recently presented a check for $5,000 to…
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Dee Norton Child Advocacy Center partners with Coastal Pediatrics Associates and MUSC Children’s Health to expand child abuse prevention training
April 19, 2021
Dee Norton Child Advocacy Center, the region’s leading resource to prevent abuse, protect children and heal families, has expanded its child abuse prevention training programs through a partnership with Coastal…
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Friends of the Reedy River seeking to activate citizen scientists from Travelers Rest to Greenwood
April 19, 2021
Friends of the Reedy River (FoRR) has been actively monitoring water quality and ecological habitat throughout the Reedy River watershed for two years. More assistance is needed to collect citizen…
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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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Just Say Something 33rd Annual Red Ribbon Classic Golf fundraiser exceeds expectations
April 19, 2021
Just Say Something would like to thank everyone who sponsored, participated, and volunteered in the 33rd Annual Red Ribbon Classic Golf Tournament, presented by the Reedy Property Group, on March…
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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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Trident United Way Sing United is finding musical talent and raising money for our community – top 32 starts now
April 15, 2021
Today, competition brackets are being released for top 32 contestants who entered Trident United Way’s virtual fundraising competition: Sing United. Nearly 50 artists took part in an initial “play in”…
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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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YMCA of Greenville awarded $5,000 grant from United Bank for RECESS, its program for adults with diverse abilities
April 14, 2021
Greenville County adults with diverse abilities will benefit from grant support of RECESS programming YMCA of Greenville, a cause-driven, nonprofit organization focused on youth development, healthy living and social responsibility,…
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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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Hendrick Automotive Group donates $35,000 to Lowcountry Food Bank to fight hunger in our community
April 13, 2021
The Lowcountry Food Bank announced that Hendrick Automotive Group donated $35,000 today to help feed food insecure neighbors in the Charleston Tri-County community. In addition to today’s donation, Hendrick Automotive…
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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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