Award-winning builder brings luxury lakefront living to Harborside at Lake Carolina
March 19, 2026
New Homebuilder Debuts Elegant Custom Residences—with Deeded Boat Slips—in Columbia’s Lake Carolina Community One of the Southeast’s most decorated homebuilders is bringing its signature blend of architectural artistry and refined…
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Central adopts new rate for data centers, other major power users
March 19, 2026
South Carolina’s electric cooperatives have adopted a new rate that makes permanent their existing practices that protect Palmetto State families and businesses from energy costs created by data centers and…
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Wingard’s Market wins #1 in the USA Today 10Best Readers’ Choice Award for best plant nursery
March 19, 2026
National publication recognizes Wingard’s Market as a top plant nursery in the United States! Wingard’s Market announced they received the most votes across the country and have been named the…
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NSP Panels establishes operations in Marion County
March 19, 2026
$4.75 million investment will create 63 new jobs NSP Panels, an acoustic panel manufacturer, announced it is establishing operations in Marion County. The company’s $4.75 million investment will create 63…
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USC’s new Brain Health Center brings leading-edge brain imaging and cognitive care under one roof
March 19, 2026Ribbon cutting on March 18 celebrates new home uniting clinical care, research and 7-Tesla MRI scanner The University of South Carolina marked a major milestone in providing South Carolinians with…
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CAE hosts donation drive supporting TSA & CBP agents during partial government shutdown, here’s how you can help
March 19, 2026
Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) will be collecting nonperishable food provisions, personal care items, household supplies, as well as noncash equivalent gift cards – for use at specific retailers, gas stations…
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City of Columbia Community Development Department to host “Community University”
March 19, 2026Who: City of Columbia Community Development Department What: The City of Columbia Community Development Department will be hosting “Community University”, a five-week course designed to enhance citizen awareness and understanding of the…
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Dominion Energy announces opening date for Lake Murray public parks
March 19, 2026
Cash Will No Longer Be Accepted As Payment Dominion Energy will welcome visitors back to its Lake Murray public parks for the 2026 recreation season next month. The beach and…
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Growing greener futures: South Carolina’s green step schools program expands statewide
March 19, 2026
New partnership funding and dedicated staff bring hands-on environmental education to more South Carolina classrooms Across South Carolina, students are testing water samples, planting pollinator gardens and leading schoolwide recycling…
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City of Columbia, Columbia Police Department, HRTHUDL, and Prisma Health unite to strengthen cardiac emergency response across Columbia
March 19, 2026The City of Columbia and the Columbia Police Department, in partnership with HRTHUDL and Prisma Health, announced a new life saving initiative during the City of Columbia Go Red Columbia…
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Free outdoor concert series coming to Columbia as Koger Center launches Levitt AMP music series
March 19, 2026
The Koger Center for the Arts has set the headliners for the first Levitt AMP Columbia Music Series, a series of free outdoor concerts sponsored in part by the LevittFoundation. The concerts will…
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Kelly Willenberg reappointed to South Carolina Small Business Regulatory Review Committee
March 18, 2026
Governor Henry McMaster has reappointed Kelly Willenberg to the South Carolina Small Business Regulatory Review Committee, extending her service through 2027. Willenberg has served on the committee since 2019. The…
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Southern Truth Tellers
March 18, 2026
By Tom Poland Each January, my thoughts turn to a fellow Georgian. James Dickey died January 19, 1997, of the same disease that took my mother’s life. On June…
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National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week: Clearing Up the Myths
March 18, 2026
National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week (NDAFW) encourages families, educators and communities to share accurate, science-based information about drugs and alcohol with young people. The observance helps address common myths…
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A window of remembrance
March 18, 2026
By Jeff Becraft Last week was the one-year anniversary of our Dad passing away. Mom passed away in 2022. My brother, Ed, sent out a message to all of…
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Beacon Coffee & Cafe celebrates grand opening and ribbon cutting in Blythewood
March 17, 2026
Beacon Coffee & Cafe, a locally owned specialty coffee shop focused on quality ingredients and handcrafted food, will celebrate its Ribbon Cutting and Grand Opening on Monday, March 23, 2026,…
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Student entrepreneurs invited to showcase their businesses at Soda City Market
March 17, 2026
The City of Columbia and Soda City Market are collaborating to host our fourth annual Student Market Pop Up on Saturday, April 11, 2026. Students (ages 16 and older) will have the opportunity…
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Columbia children’s theatre presents Peter Pan JR.
March 17, 2026
Columbia Children’s Theatre (CCT) invites families across the Midlands to take flight this spring with Peter Pan JR., a high-flying musical adventure full of magic, mischief, and the power of imagination!…
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City of Columbia mayor’s coffee with the press
March 17, 2026
Who: Mayor Daniel J. Rickenmann What: Mayor Daniel Rickenmann will host a monthly informal coffee with the press from January through May. These will be informal coffee talks where representatives from all…
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Advertisement of Vacancies on Various Boards and Commissions
March 17, 2026
The City of Columbia is now accepting applications from residents interested in serving on boards and commissions. These volunteer positions provide an opportunity for citizens to play an active role…
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The University of South Carolina and Sports Business Journal will publish college basketball postseason social media rankings
March 17, 2026
The madness of March has a pulse. And the University of South Carolina is measuring it. The College Sports Social Pulse™, the first-ever measure of college sports influence on social…
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Middleton has been named vice president of academic affairs at Denmark Technical College
March 17, 2026
Marci Middleton, Ph.D., has been named vice president of academic affairs at Denmark Technical College. Middleton holds a Doctor of Philosophy in educational policy studies and a Master of Science…
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Soda City Market nominated for USA Today’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards for the second year in a row
March 17, 2026
Soda City Market, a cornerstone of Columbia’s vibrant community, has once again been nominated for USA Today’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards in the Farmers Market category. Selected by a panel…
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Manufacturing Madness down to last four
March 17, 2026
South Carolina Manufacturers and Commerce (SCMC) announced the four products advancing to the final round of the 5th Annual Manufacturing Madness contest, where voters determine the Coolest Thing Made in…
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Knight Foundation Fund at Central Carolina Community Foundation awards $280,512 in grants to advance cultural vibrancy and civic engagement in Columbia
March 17, 2026
The John S. and James L. Knight Foundation Fund at Central Carolina Community Foundation awarded $280,512 to six organizations spearheading projects that strengthen cultural vibrancy and civic engagement across Columbia.…
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New 80-unit community on Percival Road aims to meet growing demand for affordable housing
March 17, 2026
A new workforce housing community is officially opening in Columbia, marking an important step in expanding access to affordable, high-quality living options in the Midlands. City leaders, including Mayor Daniel…
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Lexington One opens limited school choice for the 2026–27 school year
March 17, 2026
Lexington County School District One will offer some limited school choice opportunities during the 2026–27 school year. This limited school choice option allows Lexington One students to attend schools outside…
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Big Red Barn Retreat welcomes Emmy Award–winning journalist Judi Gatson to its board of directors
March 17, 2026
Big Red Barn Retreat welcomes Judi Gatson, Emmy Award–winning journalist and longtime co-anchor of WIS News at 5 and 6, to its Board of Directors. For nearly three decades, Gatson…
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The City of Columbia launches public engagement phase for the Congaree Riverfront District project
March 17, 2026
The City of Columbia is inviting residents to shape the future of its riverfront as the Congaree Riverfront District Project enters its first phase of community engagement. Following City Council’s…
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SCMC recognizes 92 South Carolina facilities for outstanding safety achievements
March 17, 2026
South Carolina Manufacturers and Commerce (SCMC) honored 92 industrial facilities across the state for their exceptional workplace safety performance in 2025. “When SCMC celebrates our annual safety awards, it’s with…
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South Carolina Restaurant & Lodging Association names Mark Newman as President & CEO
March 16, 2026
The South Carolina Restaurant & Lodging Association (SCRLA) today announced the appointment of Mark Newman as its next President & Chief Executive Officer, following a national search to identify the…
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Darla Moore Scholars of Veterinary Medicine established
March 16, 2026
The Darla Moore Foundation establishes scholarships to support Vet Med students from her home region The Darla Moore Foundation has created the Darla Moore Scholars of Veterinary Medicine program at Clemson University, a transformative scholarship initiative…
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All ages, all abilities welcome at Limitless Purpose Family Celebration
March 16, 2026
Limitless Purpose will host its annual Family Celebration from 1-5 p.m. on March 21 at Camp Cole, and all ages and abilities are invited. This free event brings people together…
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Relic Room celebrates the nation’s 250th birthday with Revolutionary War Day
March 16, 2026
The South Carolina Confederate Relic Room and Military Museum will celebrate 2026 Revolutionary War Day on March 28. It lasts from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. that Saturday, and admission is free.…
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S.C. Black Belt Hall of Fame recognizes Texas Sheriff
March 16, 2026Award is the namesake of 2021 National Sheriff of the Year Leon Lott By W. Thomas Smith Jr. The S.C. Black Belt Hall of Fame (SCBBHOF) presented Tarrant County (Texas)…
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Lieutenant Governor champions South Carolina Healthy Business Coalition
March 16, 2026Evette expresses support for organization’s mission to advance workforce health and wellbeing By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Days after the official launch of the South Carolina Healthy Business Coalition (SCHBC),…
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City of Columbia launches public engagement phase for Congaree Riverfront District Project
March 16, 2026
The City of Columbia is inviting residents to shape the future of its riverfront as the Congaree Riverfront District Project enters its first phase of community engagement. Following City Council’s…
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Otani Nails ribbon cutting
March 16, 2026
Who: Councilman Peter M. Brown, City of Columbia Office of Business Opportunities staff, and Owner Yvette Hickson What: The City of Columbia’s Office of Business Opportunities is hosting the ribbon cutting for…
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South Carolina ETV invites public to attend taping of Palmetto Perspectives exploring women’s political leadership in South Carolina
March 12, 2026
South Carolina ETV and Public Radio (SCETV) invites members of the public to attend a studio taping of Palmetto Perspectives on March 18 from 7 – 8 p.m. at SCETV studios in…
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Local CEO and former education superintendent to lead 2026 Midlands Heart Walk and citywide push for CPR readiness
March 12, 2026Davis joins the American Heart Association, Midlands, in engaging companies in the Midlands to create a community of lifesavers According to the American Heart Association, 9 in 10 people who…
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Duke Energy Foundation offers $500,000 to strengthen emergency preparedness across South Carolina
March 12, 2026
Duke Energy Foundation is investing $500,000 in South Carolina communities through its Helping Emergency Response Organizations (HERO) grant program to support weather-related emergency preparedness and response across the Palmetto State.…
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Five from Burnette Shutt & McDaniel included in 2026 Super Lawyers
March 12, 2026
Five attorneys at Burnette Shutt & McDaniel, including the firm’s three founders, are listed in the 2026 edition of “Super Lawyers” and “Rising Stars.” The five also are honored…
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Local elected officials across South Carolina urge lawmakers to advance public deposits legislation
March 12, 2026
County and Municipal Leaders Statewide Call for Expanded Local Choice in Managing Community-Funded Deposits The Palmetto Public Deposits Coalition (PPDC) today announced that a growing coalition of local elected officials…
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St. Patrick’s Day: Celebrate Safely and Support Recovery
March 12, 2026
St. Patrick’s Day celebrations often include gatherings where alcohol becomes a central focus. While the holiday can be festive and fun, heavy drinking can increase the risk of alcohol-related injuries,…
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Love, sacrifice, and joy
March 12, 2026
By Jeff Becraft There was no Friday email last week because grandkids came into town on Friday, and then on Monday, I had to head out because I had…
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McMillan Pazdan Smith acquires MCA Architecture
March 12, 2026
McMillan Pazdan Smith (MPS) is announcing its acquisition of MCA Architecture (MCA) of Greenville, SC. This partnership deepens and expands the MPS industrial practice which designs and plans advanced and…
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S.C. Department of Environmental Services wins 2025 Notable State Documents Award for State Water Plan
March 12, 2026
The S.C. Department of Environmental Services (SCDES) is the recipient of a 2025 Notable State Documents Award from the South Carolina State Library for the 2025 South Carolina State Water…
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From Field to Legacy: Billy Dukes’ Hall of Fame moment
March 12, 2026
SCDNR’s Chief of Wildlife named to national hall of fame By Tom Mullikin In the world of wildlife conservation, few honors carry the weight of induction into the National Bobwhite…
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Governor McMaster signs joint resolution extending alcohol server training deadline
March 12, 2026
The South Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association (SCRLA) applauds Governor Henry McMaster for signing H. 5261, a joint resolution that extends the deadline for mandatory alcohol server training to May…
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USC, Prisma Health partner to improve neurological care in South Carolina
March 12, 2026The University of South Carolina and Prisma Health are partnering to offer state-of-the-art care and diagnostics to patients with complex neurological conditions at the new Brain Health Center in Columbia.…
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