Columbia City Ballet rebrands as South Carolina Ballet
September 13, 2023
Reinforces Commitment to Columbia and Statewide Artistic Identity Columbia City Ballet is now South Carolina Ballet. This new name not only honors the company’s home in Columbia but also underlines…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: headlines, on-the-move, the-arts
The Big Red Barn Retreat celebrates nine consecutive years of grant support from the Dorothy D. Smith Charitable Foundation
September 13, 2023
The Big Red Barn Retreat, a leading nonprofit organization in Blythewood, South Carolina, is delighted to announce that it has been awarded a grant from the Dorothy D. Smith Charitable…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: non-profit, on-the-move
Rhodes Companies welcomes Glenn Kermes as Managing Director
September 12, 2023
Rhodes Companies announced the strategic appointment of Glenn Kermes as its new Managing Director over its portfolio of innovative companies, including Rhodes Branding, Rhodes Graduation Services, Mill & Crate, Millwood…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: business-services, on-the-move
CAE revamps food, beverage & retail offerings
September 12, 2023
Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) has started a multi-phased effort to revamp its food, beverage, and retail operations across the airport, with an estimated completion date for all concepts slated for…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: on-the-move, transportation
Colliers Report: Rental rates grew as absorption kept pace with deliveries
September 12, 2023
Market Highlights Despite the delivery of 252 units, rental rates and total occupancy continued to increase to $1,226.61 and 91.48% respectively. There were 303 units absorbed during the second quarter…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: commercial-real-estate, on-the-move
Colliers Report: Resilient performance despite capital market challenges
September 12, 2023
Market Highlights The hospitality industry in South Carolina performed strongly in the second quarter amidst an overall decrease of 62% year-over-year in national sales volume. This decrease was caused by…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc, laurenscountybuzz Category: commercial-real-estate, on-the-move
Colliers Report: Healthcare market remained stable ahead of Certificate of Need changes
September 12, 2023
Market Highlights The healthcare market in South Carolina continued to remain flat in most metrics, however, the changes made to Certificate of Need laws for the state may allow growth…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc, laurenscountybuzz Category: commercial-real-estate, on-the-move
South Carolina Council on the Holocaust recognizes E. L. Wright middle school teacher
September 12, 2023
Scott Auspelmyer, Executive Director of the South Carolina Council on the Holocaust and Riane Alli Ott, 8th grade teacher at E. L. Wright Middle School. Wright Middle School teacher Riane…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: education, on-the-move
Westwood Athletic Director joins an elite group of Certified Master Athletic Administrators
September 12, 2023
Dr. Garrett Knight, Athletic Director at Westwood High School is leading by example by voluntarily earning the distinction of being a Certified Master Athletic Administrator (CMAA). According to the National…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: education, on-the-move
S.C. Department of Education announces Chief of Staff appointment
September 12, 2023
State Superintendent of Education Ellen Weaver announced Dr. Rebecca Gunnlaugsson as the agency’s new Chief of Staff effective October 2, 2023. “I am thrilled to have Rebecca join our talented…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc, laurenscountybuzz Category: education, on-the-move
County Council to hold first reading and public hearing on proposed zoning map
September 12, 2023
Meeting Scheduled for Tuesday, Sept. 12 at 6 p.m Richland County Council will hold a first reading and public hearing on the newly revised zoning map for unincorporated Richland County…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: government, on-the-move
Continuing Education Classes in October 2023
September 12, 2023
The Lourie Center offers its fall 2023 schedule for The Lourie Lectures course series and is now accepting registrations online and over the phone. The Lourie Lectures are continuing education…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: non-profit, on-the-move
Construction ending on St. Anns Alley two homes remain for sale
September 12, 2023
Only two homes remain for sale in St. Anns Alley, the urban in-town community of quality, single-family homes bounded by Center, Spring, Herman and Augusta streets in the booming West…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: on-the-move, residential-real-estate
Wheeler & Wheeler announces Justice Place in Beaufort
September 12, 2023
Columbia-based developer Wheeler & Wheeler Properties announces Justice Place, the conversion of the former Beaufort County Jail at 1409 King St. into nine individual residential condominiums. Construction on Justice Place…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz Category: construction, on-the-move
Red Cross facing a national blood shortage
September 12, 2023
Donors needed now as hospital demand outpaces blood donations The American Red Cross is experiencing a national blood shortage. Fewer donors than needed gave this summer, drawing down the national…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc, laurenscountybuzz Category: health-care, non-profit, on-the-move
SC Philharmonic opens 59th Season with wild west violin concerto on Oct. 7th
September 12, 2023
Violinist Holly Mulcahy and composer George S. Clinton come to Columbia for the SC Premiere of The Rose of Sonora at Koger Center “Not only was [The Rose of Sonora]…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: on-the-move, philanthropy, the-arts
The City of Forest Acres presents Therapalooza: The Greatest Show in the Southeast set to amaze and support the Therapy Place
September 12, 2023
Get ready for a one-of-a-kind extravaganza as Therapalooza: The Greatest Show in the Southeast comes to town on Friday, September 22, 2023, from 6:30-10:30 p.m., at The Goodman Building. This…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: non-profit, on-the-move
Historic Columbia to host 45th Annual Jubilee: Festival of Black History & Culture
September 12, 2023
Join Historic Columbia at Jubilee: Festival of Black History & Culture from 11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. on Saturday, September 16, 2023. Now in its 45th year, this free outdoor festival brings musicians, artisans,…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: on-the-move, the-arts
Hand Middle School Principal selected for South Carolina School Leadership Executive Institute
September 12, 2023
Hand Middle School Principal Dr. Patrice Green has been selected for the South Carolina Leadership Executive Institute (SLEI). Hand Middle School Principal Dr. Patrice Green has been selected for the…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: education, on-the-move
New Damar Hamlin PSA set to kick off a lifesaving football season
September 12, 2023
Damar Hamlin, national ambassador to the American Heart Association’s Nation of Lifesavers movement, encourages all fans to learn lifesaving skill As professional football returns to stadiums across the country, Damar…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: health-care, on-the-move
Wheeler & Wheeler announces Justice Place in Beaufort
September 12, 2023Columbia-based developer Wheeler & Wheeler Properties announces Justice Place, the conversion of the former Beaufort County Jail at 1409 King St. into nine individual residential condominiums. Construction on Justice Place…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz Category: architecture, commercial-real-estate, construction, on-the-move, residential-real-estate
The Walt Disney Company and Charter Communications announce transformative agreement for distribution of Disney’s linear networks and Direct-To-Consumer services
September 12, 2023
Disney+ Basic Ad-Supported Offering Will Be Included in Spectrum TV Select Video Packages, as Part of Wholesale Arrangement Between the Two Companies ESPN+ to be Included in Spectrum TV Select…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: media, on-the-move, telecommunications
SCRA celebrates 40 years
September 12, 2023
The South Carolina Research Authority continues celebrating 40 years of fueling South Carolina’s innovation economy. Our celebratory 40th Anniversary video showcases our organization’s history, innovative founders, our dedicated team, and…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: headlines, hi-tech-information-tech, on-the-move
Newberry College appoints Nash as chief development officer
September 12, 2023
Newberry College has announced the appointment of William “Bill” Nash to the role of chief development officer. “Bill has demonstrated, through decades of experience, the qualities of a great leader…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: education, on-the-move
USC observes 60th anniversary of desegregation
September 12, 2023
Officials broke ground for monument that will honor the three Black students who enrolled in 1963 The University of South Carolina commemorated the 60th anniversary of desegregation with an observance at…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: education, on-the-move
Jason Giulietti selected as new President & CEO for the Central SC Alliance
September 12, 2023
New hire anticipated to bring revitalized effort to mission of the regional alliance The Central SC Alliance (CSCA) has hired Jason Giulietti as the organization’s new President & CEO. He…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: economic-development, headlines, on-the-move
School District Five coordinator selected for leadership institutes
September 12, 2023
Lexington-Richland School District Five’s Coordinator of Youth and Family Services, Davida Price, has been selected to participate in two leadership institutes. Price has been selected to participate in the Fred…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: education, on-the-move
School District Five school earns recertification from Magnet Schools of America
September 12, 2023
Spring Hill High School Career Pathways Magnet has received national recertification by Magnet Schools of America (MSA), the national association for magnet and theme-based schools. Spring Hill High School Career…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: education, on-the-move
Barnwell-based nonprofit awarded $40,000 to expand STEAM programs in more rural school
September 11, 2023Posted in: midlandsbiz Category: on-the-move
Richland County, state agencies to host public involvement meeting on Scout Motors project – Sept. 19
September 11, 2023
Community members encouraged to ask questions and submit comments Richland County and several state agencies will host a drop-in style public meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 19 to provide information and…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: economic-development, government, on-the-move
Marketing Minute Video: Saying Sorry in Times of Crisis
September 11, 2023
Marketing Minute by Meghan Durant, NP Strategy Crises happen, and the decision of whether or not to issue a public apology takes careful deliberation. This week’s video shares expert insights…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc, laurenscountybuzz Category: advice, marketing-and-communications, on-the-move
Kathleen Muthig elected to Columbia Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors
September 11, 2023
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. announced that Kathleen Muthig has been elected to serve a three-year term on the Columbia Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors. Active in both the legal…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: law, on-the-move
Will McGregor joins Trinity Partners Columbia brokerage team
September 11, 2023
Will McGregor has joined Trinity Partners Columbia brokerage team as a Brokerage Associate. He will work closely with Braden Shockley on the office team led by Partner Roger Winn, SIOR.…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: commercial-real-estate, on-the-move
United Way of the Midlands announces 2023-2024 Board of Directors
September 11, 2023
As United Way of the Midlands’ new campaign season commences, the organization welcomes its new members and executive committee of the 2023-2024 Board of Directors. New members of the board…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: non-profit, on-the-move, philanthropy
Deputies receive servant leader awards on eve of 9/11 anniversary
September 11, 2023Nine recipients from five agencies honored by church on Servant Leader Sunday By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Richland County Sheriff’s Department (RCSD) Sergeant Selena Williams and RCSD Corporal Kenneth Fitzsimmons…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: on-the-move
Coastal fatherhood program announces expansion into the Lowcountry
September 10, 2023
The South Carolina Center for Fathers and Family (SCCFF) has announced that its primary partner on the coast, A Father’s Place, Inc. (AFP), will be expanding its responsible fatherhood programs…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz Category: non-profit, on-the-move
UBS hires eighteen-person advisor team in Columbia, SC
September 9, 2023
COLUMBIA, SC -UBS Wealth Management USA announced that an 18-person advisor team, TCG & Associates, has joined the firm. They will join the UBS Mid Atlantic Wealth Management Market, managed…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: banking-and-finance, on-the-move
Remembering 9/11
September 8, 2023
A career Army officer reflects on the 22nd anniversary of that fateful day that forever changed the world By Bill Connor As we approach the 22nd anniversary of the attacks…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: on-the-move
SC issues tax relief due to hurricane Idalia, October extension deadline postponed
September 8, 2023
What you need to know: Following an IRS decision to postpone the federal Individual Income Tax extension deadline to February 15, 2024, South Carolina taxpayers who requested an extension can…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc, laurenscountybuzz Category: government, on-the-move
Amazing eats in September with Food Truck Fridays
September 8, 2023
The City of Columbia continues the exciting initiative Food Truck Fridays through the month of September. There will be new food vendors and the food trucks will operate from one location. The City of Columbia Food Truck Fridays…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: government, on-the-move
SCETV and Riley Institute partner for Public Media Diversity Leaders Initiative’s sixth cohort
September 8, 2023
South Carolina ETV and Public Radio (SCETV) is again partnering with the Riley Institute at Furman University to offer the Public Media Diversity Leaders Initiative (PMDLI). In its sixth cohort, PMDLI is…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc, laurenscountybuzz Category: media, non-profit, on-the-move
2023 SC Gingerbread Competition and Exhibition
September 8, 2023
NoMa Warehouse and Davis Architecture are excited to present the 2023 South Carolina Gingerbread House Competition and Exhibition. The inaugural event will take place November 30-Dec 2, 2023 at NoMa…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: life, on-the-move, the-arts
S.C. Department of Education announces Chief of Staff appointment
September 8, 2023
State Superintendent of Education Ellen Weaver announced Dr. Rebecca Gunnlaugsson as the agency’s new Chief of Staff effective October 2, 2023. “I am thrilled to have Rebecca join our talented…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc, laurenscountybuzz Category: education, government, on-the-move
University of South Carolina Athletics announces multi-year partnership with the Columbia Metropolitan Airport
September 8, 2023The Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) has partnered with University of South Carolina Athletics Department, to make the airport “The Official Airport of the Gamecocks.” The partnership, made through the university’s…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: headlines, on-the-move
Zoo takes next steps toward river views + economic growth
September 7, 2023
Phase Two of Riverbanks Zoo and Garden’s Bridge to the Wild Expansion Promises Extraordinary River Development Zoo takes next steps to increase economic impact in South Carolina Imagine visiting…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: economic-development, environmental, on-the-move
DeWees Real Estate Group represents buyer in local real estate transaction
September 7, 2023
Sales Associate, Niles Helmboldt, Represented the buyer in the purchase of 500 N Brickyard Rd. DeWees Real Estate Group, a full-service commercial real estate firm specializing in Columbia’s office, retail,…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: commercial-real-estate, on-the-move
Garvin Design Group, Contract Construction break ground on CCU Indoor Practice Facility
September 7, 2023
Garvin Design Group and Contract Construction joined Coastal Carolina University to break ground on a new Indoor Practice Facility project on Thursday, September 7. Located at the intersection of University…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz Category: architecture, construction, on-the-move, sports
SCETV documentary “The World of Cecil” honors iconic American photographer and civil rights activist Cecil Williams
September 7, 2023
South Carolina ETV and Public Radio’s (SCETV) new two-part documentary, The World of Cecil, highlights the life and accomplishments of one of the most influential figures in American photography and civil…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: media, on-the-move
Family Connections of South Carolina and Lexington County Library announce LOOK!™ photography exhibit dates
September 7, 2023
Family Connection of South Carolina is partnering with Lexington County Library to display pieces of Family Connection’s LOOK! 2023 Photography Exhibit. Family Connection serves South Carolina families who have children with a…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: government, on-the-move
Columbia Chamber announces 2024 Leadership Columbia Class
September 7, 2023
Leadership Columbia, a Columbia Chamber program, presented by BlueCross® BlueShield® of South Carolina, for emerging and existing leaders in the Midlands, is pleased to announce the Leadership Columbia Class of…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: chamber, on-the-move
