Transportation Penny Advisory Committee to meet virtually – Sept. 28
September 25, 2020
Richland County will hold a virtual Transportation Penny Advisory Committee meeting at 5:30 p.m. Monday, Sept. 28. Those who wish to participate in the public input portion of the meeting…
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Congratulations Main Street District!
September 25, 2020
The Main Street District is excited to win Free Times Best of Columbia 2020 for the ‘Biggest Improvement in Columbia this Year’. We are proud to win this award for…
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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis Recognizes Shannon Rister of W.A. Perry Middle School as Educator of the Month
September 25, 2020
South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis has recognized W.A. Perry Middle School’s Shannon Rister as the South Carolina Financial Literacy Master Teacher Program’s Educator of the Month for September. “Without financial…
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City Center Partnership welcomes Family Fresh Mex to the Main Street District
September 25, 2020
City Center Partnership announces Family Fresh Mex is now open at 1200 Main Street (Behind the ABC Columbia building). Customers may recognize the name from the food truck at Soda…
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RMHC Charleston’s Red Shoe Society will host Virtual Trivia on October 1st
September 25, 2020
Our Red Shoe Society invites you to join them for Virtual Trivia on Thursday October 1st at 7:00pm. Test your knowledge, compete with friends, and connect with the community all…
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STORY hires Kaitlyn Ford as Executive Assistant
September 25, 2020
Greenville-based digital marketing agency, STORY, has hired Kaitlyn Ford as its new executive assistant. A 2016 graduate of Stevenson University in Maryland, Ford earned her bachelor’s degree in business communications.…
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Record enrollments at Columbia International University and Ben Lippen School
September 25, 2020The upward enrollment trend at Columbia International University and Ben Lippen School continues in record breaking fashion. CIU’s enrollment has increased four straight years. A total of 2,145 students are…
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Native American Studies Center Hosts Press Conference, Panel Discussion on Columbus
September 25, 2020
Discussing the growing controversy over Columbus Day celebrations and Columbus statues, USC Lancaster’s Native American Studies Center will host a virtual press conference and panel discussion on Zoom from noon-1:30…
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West Ashley High welcomes new head boys’ basketball coach Ben Kettering
September 25, 2020
West Ashley High School has named the 2019–2020 New York State Association of Independent Schools (NYSAIS) Coach of the Year, Ben Kettering, as its next head boys’ basketball coach. Kettering…
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John Harris Body Shops donating car to local charity at grand opening of James Island location
September 24, 2020
John Harris Body Shops is partnering with GEICO and the National Auto Body Council to give away a vehicle on Thursday, October 1, 2020 at their grand opening in James…
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Home Advantage Realty welcomes Michelle McDonnell
September 24, 2020
Home Advantage Realty announced that Michelle McDonell has joined the company’s Devine Street office. Michelle is a lifelong native of South Carolina who has called Columbia her home since 2001.…
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Lowcountry Food Bank receives $22,112 donation from Crews Subaru and Subaru of America
September 24, 2020
The Lowcountry Food Bank (LCFB) announced that it received a $22,112 donation from Crews Subaru to help feed Lowcountry neighbors who struggle with hunger. A check presentation was held at…
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Reward for Information and Recovery of Items Taken in Burglary in Clinton Area
September 24, 2020
Between September 4th and September 7th a large amount of personal property was taken from a home on Highway 56 North in Clinton near the Clinton House Plantation. Items stolen…
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Six South Carolina Schools receive National Blue Ribbon School honors
September 24, 2020
Today, U.S. Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos recognized six South Carolina schools nominated by State Superintendent of Education Molly Spearman as National Blue Ribbon Schools for 2020. The recognition is based on…
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Nigel Redden to retire as General Director of Spoleto Festival USA
September 24, 2020
Nigel Redden announced that in October 2021, he will step down as General Director of Spoleto Festival USA. “The cancellation of the 2020 Festival and the enforced isolation of the…
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Bon Secours hosting drive-thru flu clinics
September 24, 2020
Fall is here, and that means flu season is upon us. So NOW is the time to get vaccinated. Bon Secours is taking out the hassle to help keep the…
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Ten at The Top announces date and nomination process for celebrating Upstate Unsung Heroes Virtual Event
September 24, 2020
Virtual Event Honoring Upstate Unsung Heroes Scheduled for Wednesday, November 18th Ten at the Top [TATT] is excited to host the Celebrating Upstate Unsung Heroes Virtual Event at 11:30 am…
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Jerry Carter picks up key endorsements in District Three
September 24, 2020
Jerry Carter has been endorsed by multiple state and Pickens area leaders this week as he seeks election in State House District Three, which encompasses western Pickens County including Clemson,…
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PSTA response to close of session of South Carolina General Assembly
September 24, 2020
Kathy Maness, Executive Director In the midst of a pandemic, South Carolina’s teachers are working harder than ever to honor their commitment to the children of our state. Across South…
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Tactical Medical Solutions LLC expanding operations in Anderson County
September 24, 2020
More Than $1.7 Million Investment Will Create 21 New Jobs Tactical Medical Solutions LLC, a global leading developer and manufacturer of pre-hospital medical products and patient simulators, today announced plans…
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Rotary Annual Duck Race Still A Go
September 24, 2020
The Laurens Rotary Club’s annual Rubber Duck Race is still a go despite cancellations due to COVID-19 and is scheduled for Saturday October 17 at noon. The ducks will land…
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M.S.M. Program Catching on at Lander
September 24, 2020
A year after the establishment of its new Master of Science in Management degree, Lander University’s College of Business has its first four graduates of the program. The M.S.M is…
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Presbyterian College’s new Doctor of Occupational Therapy Program granted Candidacy Status
September 24, 2020
The Accreditation Commission of Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) recently granted the Presbyterian College Occupational Therapy Doctorate program “Candidacy Status.” In reviewing the program’s plans for opening and resources available for…
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October is harvest season at the State Farmers Market
September 24, 2020
Market Restaurant Also Set to Reopen As the weather cools and the fall harvest begins, vendors at the South Carolina State Farmers Market are stocking pumpkins, decorative gourds, mums and…
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Columbia Chamber announces 2020-2021 Board of Directors
September 24, 2020
Tim Arnold, CEO and President of Colonial Life, to Chair Columbia Chamber Board of Directors The Columbia Chamber announced the 2020-2021 Board of Directors with the addition of nine new…
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Global Opportunity, Local Impact: The life sciences industry responds to COVID, a free, online panel discussion with industry leaders
September 24, 2020
With more than 650 firms and 43,000 professionals engaged in research, development and commercialization of innovative healthcare, medical device, industrial, environmental and agricultural biotech and products, life sciences in South Carolina…
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Bosch Rexroth Endowed Scholarship presented to two students at Greenville Technical College
September 24, 2020
Melissa Giles and Santino Longobardi, students at Greenville Technical College, were selected to receive the Bosch Rexroth Endowed Scholarship, a $1,000 award. Giles is a Construction Engineering Technology (CET) student…
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Local organizations partner for community-wide Day of Action event, Sunday September 27th at 5pm, Barnet Park
September 24, 2020
On Sunday September 27th at 5pm United Way of the Piedmont, the Spartanburg County Public Library, the Spartanburg Clergy Initiative and The Purpose Place will host a community activation in…
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Presbyterian College’s new Doctor of Occupational Therapy Program granted Candidacy Status
September 24, 2020
The Accreditation Commission of Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) recently granted the Presbyterian College Occupational Therapy Doctorate program “Candidacy Status.” In reviewing the program’s plans for opening and resources available for…
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Lowe, The Citadel launch educational program for civil engineering & construction engineering students
September 24, 2020
Lowe announced its partnership with The Citadel to launch a construction educational program, featuring an in-class lecture series with Lowe executives, on-site project tours and an internship program at Lowe’s…
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Gale helps CCSD integrate social-emotional learning and diversity and inclusion in the classroom and at home
September 24, 2020
With mental health issues and racial injustices drawing significant attention and discussion, Gale, a Cengage company, is helping the Charleston County School District (CCSD) provide its students and school staff…
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Mashburn Construction named one of the fastest-growing companies in South Carolina
September 24, 2020
Mashburn Construction has been recognized as one of the 40 fastest growing companies in South Carolina for 2020 by SC Biz News. Celebrating within the Large business category, this represents…
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College of Charleston announces Spring 2020 Commencement speakers
September 24, 2020Nationally syndicated columnist and recipient of the 2010 Pulitzer Prize for Distinguished Commentary Kathleen Parker and historian and founding director of the Center for the Study of Slavery in Charleston…
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City of Columbia brings broadband access to Colony Apartment community on Beltline Boulevard
September 24, 2020
City of Columbia Partners with Technology Companies, and Receives Generous Donation From Radio Personality Charlamagne Tha God, to Bring Broadband Access to Colony Apartment Community on Beltline Boulevard On Friday,…
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Ian Conits selected as one of Greenville’s 2020 Best & Brightest 35 and Under
September 24, 2020
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd is pleased to announce that Ian Conits has been named one of Greenville Business Magazine’s 2020 Best & Brightest 35 and Under. Greenville Business Magazine recognizes rising…
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UofSC faculty garner more than $279 million in research and sponsored awards funding
September 24, 2020
For the sixth time in as many years, the University of South Carolina has set a new record for external research and sponsored award funding—garnering $279.5 million in funding during…
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South Carolina plans action on climate change issues
September 24, 2020
Senior environmental attorney Tom Mullikin of Camden – chair of the Governor’s Floodwater Commission – is leading efforts to help defend South Carolina from the effects of a warming planet.…
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Coronavirus outbreak in South Carolina – updated information here
September 24, 2020
Updated Sep 24, 2020 at 8:35 am The links provided below are updated regularly as information becomes available. Keep checking back here for updates. South Carolina Announces Latest COVID-19 Update…
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Capitol Theatre to Show “Tenet” Sept. 25-Oct. 1st
September 23, 2020
The Capitol Theatre is showing “Tenet.” All tickets only $5.00 The Capitol Theatre 104 South Public Square, Laurens, South Carolina, 29360 SEP 25th – OCT 1st FRI-SAT 4:00, 7:00 SUN 3:00…
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Richland Library’s next artist-in-residence brings photojournalism into focus
September 23, 2020
A local artist who aims to facilitate real dialogue by capturing moments in time through a camera lens is sharing his talents with Richland Library over the next three months.…
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Vote on New Sign – Poll Open for Another Week
September 23, 2020
The County is placing two large signs on interstates I-385 & I-26, and would like to hear from Laurens County citizens on which sign design should be chosen. To help…
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ROI Commercial assists national tenant in expansion
September 23, 2020
ROI Commercial, LLC, Principal and Broker, Sherri C. Burriss, negotiated a turn-key office lease at 209 Stoneridge Drive Columbia, SC. The stand-alone 17,200+ square foot building will be occupied by…
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U.S. News & World Report ranks Presbyterian College among nation’s best at social mobility
September 23, 2020
According to the U.S. News & World Report, “Economically disadvantaged students are less likely than others to finish college, even when controlling for other characteristics. “But some colleges are more…
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Countybank’s Laura Beth Brooks receives officer appointment
September 23, 2020
Countybank announced that Laura Beth Brooks has been appointed Assistant Vice President by the Board of Directors. Additionally, Brooks has been promoted to a new role, Corporate Governance Manager. In…
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Greenville Technical College named a Global Distinction Community College by UNC World View program
September 23, 2020
Greenville Technical College (GTC) was recently named a Global Distinction Community College by the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill’s (UNC) World View program. World View equips community college…
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NAI Columbia facilitates $1.25 million sale of 295 acres of farming, recreational and timberland south of Columbia
September 23, 2020
NAI Columbia’s Tom Milliken, Tombo Milliken and Nelson Weston, III, represented the seller, John Foster, in the $1.25 million disposition of 295 acres of farming, recreational and timberland located on…
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Charleston Commercial adds several key downtown properties to its listings portfolio
September 23, 2020
Charleston Commercial, a key player in the downtown Charleston real estate market, has listed several well-established downtown properties for sale or lease. The company has created a portfolio of properties,…
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U.S. News & World Report ranks Presbyterian College among nation’s best at social mobility
September 23, 2020
According to the U.S. News & World Report, “Economically disadvantaged students are less likely than others to finish college, even when controlling for other characteristics. “But some colleges are more…
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County Councilwoman McBride to distribute masks at Census event
September 23, 2020
Richland County Councilwoman Yvonne McBride will help give away face masks at a 2020 Census event as part of the County’s efforts to help combat the spread of COVID-19. The…
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Private donation boosts program for foster care students – Nord Family Foundation gift to support PACT at Midlands Technical College
September 23, 2020
The Prioritizing Academics and Career Training program (PACT) at Midlands Technical College (MTC) has just received a $30,000 grant. The funds come from The Nord Family Foundation. The PACT program…
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