Treating people like people
November 21, 2023
By Jeff Becraft Last week we had our Gala for Our Place of Hope. We brought in a guy by the name of Luke Knowles. Now, I was part…
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The Morning Routine
November 21, 2023
By Tom Poland Come daybreak, my preferred time to get moving, I check on my neighbor’s flag. I check to see that his place is ok after another night…
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HighRun DataScience launches new data-driven solutions for the pharmaceutical and clinical industry
November 21, 2023
HighRun DataScience, a leading provider of data science solutions, announced the launch of a new suite of services for the pharmaceutical and clinical industry, including clinical trial design, data analysis…
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Habitat affiliates in Laurens and Greenville merge to create more affordable housing
November 21, 2023
Using an all-volunteer team of dedicated board members working with the community, Habitat for Humanity of Laurens County has done an amazing job for the past 20 years of meeting…
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Swing, Shuffle, and Shout — The Holidays are Happening at Harbison Theatre
November 21, 2023
Swing, Shuffle, and Shout – The Holidays are Happening at Harbison Theatre Enjoy returning favorites and classic tales with a twist! Back by popular demand, A Christmas Carol, returns to…
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Robinson Gray member Amanda Mellard joins board of SCDTAA
November 21, 2023
Amanda Mellard, a member at Robinson Gray law firm, has joined the board of the South Carolina Defense Trial Attorneys Association as an at-large member. The SCDTAA is an association…
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President of Addison Homes Todd Usher presents at Department of Energy/National Science Foundation event on Ambient Energy in Buildings
November 21, 2023
Todd Usher, founder and President of Addison Homes, a local home builder that specializes in building healthy, high-performance homes, has offered a presentation at a Department of Energy event held…
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Christmas Light Boat Parade on Lake Murray
November 21, 2023
Parade Registration Ends Monday @ Noon Lake Murray Country’s Christmas Light Boat Parade, returns on Saturday, December 2. Don’t miss this FREE family waterfront event that will get everyone in the…
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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis thanks Charleston County Treasurer Mary Tinkler for her support returning unclaimed property
November 21, 2023
State Treasurer Curtis Loftis extended his appreciation to Charleston County Treasurer Mary Tinkler for her continued efforts to return unclaimed property to Lowcountry citizens. “Treasurer Tinkler has been a valued partner…
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Sunrise Café opens its doors on Main Street
November 21, 2023The City of Columbia Economic Development Office and The Main Street District marked the opening of Sunrise Café on Main Street. Sunrise Café, launched by military veteran Johnny Davis, serves…
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St. Pat’s in Five Points tickets go on sale at 8 a.m. on Black Friday
November 21, 2023
Exclusive $15 Black Friday ticket offer for St. Pat’s festival in Columbia, S.C. St. Pat’s in Five Points, South Carolina’s largest one-day festival, returns Saturday, March 16, for its 42nd…
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South Carolina Trail Towns project putting Palmetto State municipalities on the map
November 20, 2023
Trail Town designations launched by the S.C. National Heritage Corridor Last summer, S.C. Lt. Governor Pamela Evette, officials with the S.C. National Heritage Corridor and those of the statewide SC7…
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Paul Hartley, SIOR to partner with son in Charleston, SC
November 20, 2023
Paul Hartley, SIOR, Senior Broker and Director of Office Properties at Trinity Partners’ Columbia, SC office, has announced that he will be moving from Columbia to his primary home in…
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Joe Dunn, historian and proud Vietnam veteran, to speak at museum
November 20, 2023
What do you get when someone who teaches the history of American involvement in Vietnam also served in that war? Sometimes you get reminiscence. Sometimes you get didactic rants about…
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South Carolina volunteer receives national award from Make-A-Wish® America.
November 20, 2023
On November 15, 2023, South Carolina resident and Make-A-Wish volunteer, Anthony Guidice, was recognized for his service with a national award. Anthony was selected to receive the Suzie Allen Volunteer…
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National Film Festival debuts documentary about first-of-its-kind blood cancer Master Clinical Trial
November 20, 2023
“Coloring Outside the Lines” follows the life-or-death journeys of four patients with aggressive leukemia and the groundbreaking clinical trial designed to save them. RYE BROOK, NY – The story of…
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Hendrick Automotive Group donates $130,000 to Lowcountry Food Bank
November 20, 2023
Hendrick Automotive Group makes donation presentation to Lowcountry Food Bank; Hendrick Automotive Group pack meals for 750 families who experience food insecurity Lowcountry Food Bank announced today that Hendrick Automotive…
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Dawn Staley, Coach and Olympian, to receive 2023 Global Vision Award
November 20, 2023
The Columbia World Affairs Council announced Coach Dawn Staley as the 2023 Global Vision Award recipient. An Olympic gold medalist, American Basketball Hall of Famer, and head coach of women’s…
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Christmas in the Trenches to be celebrated Dec. 2 at Relic Room
November 20, 2023
On Christmas Day 1776, George Washington crossed the Delaware to deliver a shock to the Hessian mercenaries in British service, giving a big shot in the arm to American chances…
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The Cayce Police Department is accepting donations for Shop with a Cop
November 20, 2023The Cayce Police Department is accepting donations for their annual Shop with a Cop Event that will be held on December 16th. Our goal is for each child to receive…
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Tech Wednesdays (Tecnologia Miercoles) is Back!
November 19, 2023
Tech Wednesday is Back! Need help understanding your digital device? Tech Wednesdays (Tecnologia Miercoles) is here to help. Jayson Santana at the Clinton Library, and Robert Peake, in Laurens will…
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Global expedition leader receives South Carolina Chamber’s prestigious military award
November 17, 2023Mullikin honored for distinguished federal and state military service By Christopher D. Carter Maj. Gen. (Ret.) Thomas Stowe “Tom” Mullikin, S.C. State Guard (SCSG), the former commanding general of the…
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OSHA and the NLRB partner to coordinate enforcement actions
November 16, 2023
By David Dubberly Maynard Nexsen PC On October 31, 2023, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), the federal government agency that enforces workplace safety standards, and the National…
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Abby Anderson, The Congaree Vista Guild
November 16, 2023
The Vista in Columbia, SC has had a growth spurt! There are several new businesses that have opened recently or will be opening soon. Learn more about one of our…
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The Work Of Hands
November 16, 2023
By Tom Poland Folks say the future belongs to “Knowledge Workers.” A so-called knowledge worker is someone who manages information within a specific subject area. I suppose I’m a…
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City of Columbia to host the annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Honor the Dream Food Drive
November 16, 2023
The City of Columbia, Richland School District One and the Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Foundation to host the annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Honor the Dream Food Drive benefiting…
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Columbia VA Health Care, SC Housing team up to tackle veteran homelessness
November 16, 2023
SC Housing and the Columbia Veterans’ Affairs Health Care System (VAHCS) joined forces to make 50 Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing (VASH) vouchers available to homeless…
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City of Columbia accepting applications for the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Dream Keeper Scholarship Awards
November 16, 2023
The City of Columbia is accepting applications for the 2024 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Dream Keeper Scholarship Awards. The Dream Keeper Scholarship Awards program recognizes exemplary displays of committed…
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Call for submissions for 2024 Kids in Print
November 16, 2023
29th Edition of Richland Library’s Literary Magazine Spotlights Work of Local Youth Are you a young creative who likes to write or draw? Get published! Richland Library is accepting submissions to…
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Law Clerk Tony Jones joins Collins & Lacy
November 16, 2023
Collins & Lacy, P.C. announced the selection of Tony Jones as a law clerk in its Columbia, SC office. In his second year of law school at the University of…
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South Carolina’s Withholding Tax Tables have been updated
November 16, 2023
What you need to know: The SCDOR has published its annual update of the state’s Withholding Tax Tables. As a result of last year’s update, less taxes were withheld from paychecks…
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Scout Motors opens South Carolina office in Columbia’s BullStreet District
November 16, 2023
New office will house growing Scout Motors team during Production Center construction Scout Motors Inc. (“Scout Motors”), formed to craft the next generation of all-electric trucks and rugged SUVs, announced…
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South Carolina Department of Education and community partners to unveil 2024 African American History Calendar
November 16, 2023
The South Carolina Department of Education and its esteemed community partners will unveil the 2024 South Carolina African American History Calendar in a special celebration on November 27 at the…
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Columbia-Area Chick-fil-A Operators host Thanksgiving ‘Souper’ to support Local Women’s Shelter
November 16, 2023
Proceeds of ticket sales from the event will benefit Columbia Women’s Shelter WHAT: Local Chick-fil-A® Owner-Operators in the Columbia area are teaming up to host a Thanksgiving ‘Souper’ on Thursday, Nov. 16…
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The importance of being there
November 16, 2023
By Jeff Becraft Have you ever experienced something that you thought was extremely important or significant or incredible… and then you try to explain it to someone else? And…
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The Main Street District celebrates 22 years of growth and development
November 16, 2023
For the 22nd year, the organization hosted an annual meeting to share the success of the district with stakeholders and community partners. The Main Street District (MSD), also known as City…
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SC Launch Inc. invests in Pixlmob
November 16, 2023
South Carolina Research Authority’s investment affiliate, SC Launch Inc., has invested in Pixlmob. The $200,000 investment will help the Greenville-based startup continue growing its company, which provides an easier way for…
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Trinity Partners leases crowning space at 4 West & Brookland in West Columbia
November 16, 2023
LS3P, a thriving, well-respected regional architectural firm will move its offices from the Vista to the brand new, mixed use community known as 4 West, an Estates & Companies community,…
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Nikki Seibert recognized as South Carolina’s “Community Star” on National Rural Health Day
November 16, 2023
South Carolina Office of Rural Health (SCORH) – Nikki Seibert, Owner & Director at Wit Meets Grit & Growing Local SC, has been named South Carolina’s 2023 “Community Star” by…
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Dollar General Announces Added Savings Just in Time for the Holidays
November 16, 2023As shoppers continue to seek value and added savings on everyday necessities and for the approaching gift-giving season, Dollar General (NYSE: DG) announced planned promotions and discounts slated to run…
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Columbia Museum of Art acquires story quilt by artist Tina Williams Brewer
November 16, 2023New work debuted in summer exhibition Tina Williams Brewer: Stories of Grace The Columbia Museum of Art announces an exciting acquisition of new work by Pittsburgh-based fiber artist Tina Williams…
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Barnes Alford Ranked in 2024 Edition of Best Law Firms
November 15, 2023
Barnes, Alford, Stork & Johnson, LLP has been recognized by Best Law Firms as a Tier One firm in Medical Malpractice Law – Defendants, Real Estate Law, Tax Law, and…
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Laurens Libraries End November With Exciting Events
November 15, 2023
The Laurens County Public Libraries offer events for the whole family the last week of November. The Laurens Main Library hosts a Lego® free build for children 6-10 on Monday,…
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Columbia College hosts Columbia Fire Department
November 14, 2023
On November 8 and 9, 2023, Columbia College hosted the Columbia Fire Department for their semi-annual Search and Rescue Training. Earlier this year, Columbia College announced several capital projects, including…
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Fair joins Morton & Gettys as an associate
November 14, 2023
ROCK HILL, SC – Attorney Henry Fair has joined Morton & Gettys as an associate. A graduate of the University of South Carolina School of Law, Fair’s practice will include…
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Hendrix joins Burnette Shutt & McDaniel
November 14, 2023
A graduate of the University of South Carolina School of Law and a former teacher, Lydia Robins Hendrix has joined Burnette Shutt & McDaniel. She will practice employment, government, and…
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Office space suited for small company just released in Irmo market
November 14, 2023
Irmo, SC – November 13, 2023 – A totally renovated office space in Irmo has become available for occupancy. At 1,530 square feet, it is suitable for a small company.…
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Pyramid Contracting breaks ground on 50,000 sq ft spec building in Orangeburg County
November 14, 2023
Pyramid Contracting, LLC participated in the groundbreaking ceremony for a state-of-the-art 50,000-square-foot industrial spec building in Orangeburg County. The milestone event was organized by the Orangeburg County Development Commission, showcasing…
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USC School of Music faculty member wins InnoVision Award for Education and Technology
November 14, 2023
Notey, the leading AI-based music education company, was awarded the InnoVision Education award this week, just two months after it launched its application in the Apple store. Notey was selected…
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Team Lake Murray Country Chefs sweep top 10 at the World Food Championships
November 14, 2023
Team Lake Murray Country turned up the heat at the World Food Championships, November 9-12, 2023 in Dallas, TX taking home 3 top 10 world rankings. (From left to right)…
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