Laurens Electric Opens Applications for Youth Leadership Trips, Scholarships Available
January 13, 2026
Laurens Electric Cooperative is offering nine local students an expense-paid trip to Washington, D.C. or Columbia, S.C., this summer. The annual Washington Youth Tour and Cooperative Youth Summit contests…
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Clemson musicians to bring silent film “The Freshman” to life with live performance and a new score
January 13, 2026
Under the baton of Director Kimberly Souther, the Clemson University Symphony and String Orchestras will present their third annual Silent Film Concert on February 1, 2026, at the Brooks Center…
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Nai Columbia facilitates expansion for Hoffman Columbia with acquisition of West Columbia flex facility
January 13, 2026
NAI Columbia announced that John Gregory, PE, SIOR, CCIM, Bill Lamar, and Tristan Lee successfully represented Hoffman Columbia, LLC in the acquisition of a ±53,500 SF flex building located at…
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Books on Broad hosts Mayor Vincent Sheheen for author talk and booksigning
January 13, 2026
Books on Broad Hosts Author Talk and Booksigning for Mayor Vincent Sheheen’s The Concise Guide to South Carolina State Government Books on Broad will host Mayor Vincent Sheheen for a…
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Coming in February: The Return of Harvesting Heritage to St. Helena Island
January 13, 2026
Harvesting Heritage: Gathering Ground featuring Chef Amethyst Ganaway Saturday, Feb. 21 | 10:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. and 6 – 8:30 p.m. The South Carolina State Museum will return to…
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Constellation Concert: Music in the Observatory
January 13, 2026
Sponsored by First Citizens Bank THIS Thursday, Jan. 15 | 6:30 – 9:30 p.m. Guests are invited to experience live music in the museum’s Observatory with this returning concert series featuring…
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Prisma Health appoints Steve LeBlond as Chief Information Officer and Digital Officer
January 13, 2026
Prisma Health has appointed Steve LeBlond as Chief Information Officer and Digital Officer. In this role, LeBlond will lead the organization’s technology strategy, focusing on digital transformation, artificial intelligence adoption…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Vincent Sheheen, Mayor of Camden
January 13, 2026
The Who’s on the Move, Entrepreneur Minute is an interview in support of the undeniable impact that entrepreneurs have on our communities. In this series you will see a diverse group…
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Marla Robertson to receive MLK Jr. Humanitarian Award
January 13, 2026
Whether she’s working with local organizations or with her students and colleagues at the College of Charleston, Marla Robertson wants to see others succeed both personally and professionally. As the assistant director…
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5 Star Dental Academy grand opening
January 13, 2026
Who: Mayor Daniel Rickenmann, Councilman Ed McDowell, City of Columbia Office of Business Opportunities and representatives from 5 Star Dental Academy What: The City of Columbia announced the grand opening of 5 Star…
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Spartanburg County set to host Carolinas Classic all-star basketball games in 2026, 2027, and 2028
January 13, 2026
Spartanburg County, in partnership with the North Carolina Coaches Association (NCCA), the South Carolina Athletic Coaches Association (SCACA), and Spartanburg School District 6, will host the Carolinas Classic in 2026,…
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Two-time Grand Slam finalist and world no. 3 Amanda Anisimova enters Charleston tennis tournament
January 13, 2026
Credit One Charleston Open announces fourth top 15 American to enter its 2026 player field Coming off the biggest season of her career, Amanda Anisimova has committed to play the…
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City of Columbia to participate in “Ideas for Change” initiative in partnership with Change.org
January 13, 2026
In partnership with Change.org (the world’s leading platform for social change), the City of Columbia is participating in a new initiative called “Ideas for Change” through which we will identify creative, community-driven…
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YWCA greater Charleston announces 2026 MLK tribute lineup
January 13, 2026
Beginning January 15, 2026, South Carolinians will gather for the 54th Annual Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Tribute in Charleston. Organized by YWCA Greater Charleston, this multi-day celebration, one of the…
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Fireflies will host annual job fair January 24
January 13, 2026
Team will hire hundreds of seasonal part-time staff for 2026 season The Columbia Fireflies will be hosting a job fair at Segra Park Saturday, January 24 from 12-2 pm. The team is looking to…
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USC leads the nation in fragile X research and education
January 13, 2026
Researchers at the University of South Carolina are leading the country to improve the health of millions of people with fragile X disorders — some of the most common but…
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Georgetown City Council to hold first regular meeting in 2026
January 12, 2026
The City of Georgetown will convene its first council meeting of 2026, with a new mayor and three new council members, on Thursday, January 15 at 5:30 pm in the…
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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis announces ABLE Age Adjustment Act
January 12, 2026
More South Carolinians are now eligible to open Palmetto ABLE Savings Accounts and save for their future Treasurer Loftis announces the federal ABLE Age Adjustment Act went into effect on…
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Georgetown County partners to host third annual job fair in February
January 12, 2026
Georgetown County announced today that Georgetown County Economic Development, the Georgetown Alliance for Economic Development and SC Works will host their third annual Georgetown County Job Fair on Thursday, February…
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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis announces implementation of ABLE Age Adjustment Act
January 12, 2026
More South Carolinians are now eligible to open Palmetto ABLE Savings Accounts and save for their future Treasurer Loftis announced today that the federal ABLE Age Adjustment Act went into…
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Georgetown County Sheriff Carter Weaver invites residents to take the plunge for Special Olympics
January 12, 2026
Sheriff Carter Weaver and the Georgetown County Sheriff’s Office invite you to the Sixth Annual Georgetown County Polar Plunge to raise funds for Special Olympics South Carolina! It will be…
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National Alliance on Mental Illness South Carolina (NAMI SC) announces the election of Pamela Eyring as President of the Board of Directors
January 12, 2026
National Alliance on Mental Illness South Carolina (NAMI SC), the state’s leading grassroots organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for individuals living with mental illness and their families,…
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Governor Henry McMaster Announces Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Executive Budget
January 12, 2026
Governor Henry McMaster today unveiled his Executive Budget for Fiscal Year 2026-2027, which invests more than $1 billion in South Carolina’s roads, cuts the income tax, strengthens the state’s rainy…
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Jake Nidiffer and Braden Shockley named Partners in Trinity Partners Columbia office
January 12, 2026
Trinity Partners Columbia announced that Jake Nidiffer and Braden Shockley have been named Partners of the firm’s Columbia office. “Dedication, commitment, grit and loyalty are traits that sometimes feel fleeting…
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Attorney General Alan Wilson releases 2025 SC Human Trafficking Task Force Annual Report
January 12, 2026
South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson, Chair of the South Carolina Human Trafficking Task Force, released the 2025 Annual Report at the State House today. Task Force leadership joined him…
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Laurens County Cancer Association Seeking Volunteer Photographer for 2026 Events
January 12, 2026
The Laurens County Cancer Association is seeking a generous photographer willing to donate their time and talent to help capture special moments at several events throughout the year. The nonprofit…
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Elite Fight Club celebrates martial artists during annual banquet
January 12, 2026South Carolina Black Belt Hall of Fame presents several awards during ceremonial dinner in the Upstate By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Guests and inductees of the S.C. Black Belt Hall…
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Laurens County Sheriff’s Office Collecting Donations for Senior Valentine Care Bags
January 12, 2026
The Laurens County Sheriff’s Office (LCSO)is once again spreading love this Valentine’s season through its Senior Valentine Care Bags initiative, part of the Sheriff’s Office’s Senior Outreach Services program. The program serves…
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Upstate Pregnancy Center Announces Updated Time for Clinton Diaper Drive-Thru
January 12, 2026
The Upstate Pregnancy Center will host its January Diaper Drive-Thru on Tuesday, January 13, in Clinton, offering free diapers and wipes to families in need in the community. The event…
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The Lumberyard Announces Ownership Transition, Kitchen Expansion Ahead
January 11, 2026
The The Lumberyard has announced an upcoming transition in ownership, marking an exciting new chapter while preserving the spirit that regulars have come to know and love. In a message…
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Clinton Art Gallery Opens 2026 Exhibit Season with ‘ART & SOUL’ Abstract Showcase
January 11, 2026
The Clinton Art Gallery is set to open its 2026 exhibition calendar with ART & SOUL, a themed exhibit celebrating abstract and non-representational art from a diverse group of artists.…
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Pope Flynn adds new associate Benjamin Price in public finance and government law
January 11, 2026
Pope Flynn, a South Carolina-based law firm concentrating in public finance and governmental law, has added Benjamin Price as an associate in the firm’s public finance and governmental law practices.…
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Communication Corner with Mayor Jay Doyle
January 11, 2026
The City of Georgetown recently shared with The Georgetown SC Gazette this communication from newly-elected Mayor Jay Doyle. He plans to share these periodically to keep citizens informed. The City…
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Georgetown County implements outdooring burning ban – UPDATE
January 11, 2026
Effective of January 12, Georgetown County has lifted the outdoor burning ban thanks to improved fire weather conditions. However, residents are still encouraged to exercise caution if conducting outdoor burning,…
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Congressman Jim Clyburn bring his book tour for “The First Eight” to Litchfield Books on Jan. 24
January 11, 2026
Congressman James E. Clyburn is traveling the country promoting his new book, The First Eight, published by Little, Brown and Company in November 2025. On January 24, Congressman Clyburn will hold…
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HTC warns community of misleading sponsored web search ads impersonating the Cooperative
January 11, 2026
Fake search results and contact numbers may redirect to fraudulent sites; HTC shares tips to avoid being scammed HTC, the largest telecommunications cooperative in the United States, is alerting the…
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U.S. Unveils New Food Pyramid in Major Overhaul of Dietary Guidelines
January 11, 2026
The U.S. government has announced a newly redesigned food pyramid as part of a sweeping update to national dietary guidance, signaling a significant shift in how Americans are encouraged to…
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City of Clinton Utility Customers Asked to Use Exact Change Due to Penny Shortage
January 10, 2026
The City of Clinton has issued a notice to utility customers regarding a growing shortage of pennies, which are no longer being produced and are becoming increasingly difficult to obtain.…
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Laurens County Chamber of Commerce to Host Galentine’s Day–Themed Women at Work Event
January 10, 2026
The Laurens County Chamber of Commerce will host a Galentine’s Day–themed Women at Work event on Thursday, February 12, 2026, from 5:00–7:00 p.m. at the Chamber offices in Clinton. The…
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Laurens County School District 55 Welcomes Chief Financial Officer
January 10, 2026
Laurens County School District 55 (LCSD 55) welcomes Leann D. London, CPA (Certified Public Accountant), as the LCSD 55 Chief Financial Officer (CFO). As CFO, London will provide strategic leadership…
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Presbyterian College welcomes Palmetto Boys State leader to deliver annual Martin Luther King Jr. address
January 10, 2026
Presbyterian College will host its 2026 Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service Convocation on Monday, Jan. 19, at 6 p.m. in Edmunds Hall, continuing the college’s longstanding…
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Violent crime percentages are trending downward, but still too high says Sheriff Lott
January 9, 2026Press conference addresses the good and not-so-good in terms of criminal activity over the previous year By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott held a first-of-the-year press…
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Tidelands Health to lead health sciences hub at regional career expo in Myrtle Beach
January 9, 2026
More than 6,500 eighth-grade students throughout the region will get an engaging glimpse at health care careers at Tidelands Health during an interactive career expo next week in Myrtle Beach. Tidelands Health is presenting…
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Raymond James welcomes James McNally
January 8, 2026
James McNally, Senior Vice President, Investments, recently joined Raymond James & Associates (RJA) at 112 Haywood Rd in Greenville. “I am excited to welcome James to the Raymond James team,”…
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Tidelands Health Cardiology expands with new offices in Andrews, Hemingway
January 8, 2026
Residents in Andrews and Hemingway now have access to cardiology services close to home. Tidelands Health Cardiology has new office locations at 701 S. Morgan Ave. in Andrews and…
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FUEL for Good Grant offers free nonprofit marketing support
January 8, 2026
Need Marketing Help for Your Nonprofit? FUEL for Good Grant Applications Now Open FUEL, Greenville’s brand-building agency, is now accepting applications for its FUEL for Good Grant program, offering eligible…
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Columbia Museum of Art February 2026 exhibitions and events calendar
January 8, 2026
EXHIBITIONS Keith Haring: Radiant Vision On view through February 15, 2026 Keith Haring (1958–1990) emerged as a shooting star of the New York art scene in the 1980s. His signature…
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Dale Stigamier to assume Executive Leadership of LCK
January 8, 2026
LCK announced January 6, 2026 that President Dale Stigamier has formally assumed the role of executive leader, responsible for the firm’s strategic direction and daily operations, as the company continues…
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Ahoy! Hundreds of watercraft on display Jan. 23-25 at Charleston Boat Show
January 8, 2026
More than 200 watercraft will be on display at the Charleston Boat Show from Jan. 23-25 at the Charleston Area Convention Center Complex. The annual event is a one-stop shop…
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The Peace Center unveils its two new music venues – The Mockingbird and Coach Music Factory
January 8, 2026The Peace Center unveiled its two new music venues –– The Mockingbird and Coach Music Factory –– along with a new Arts Education Center and Artist Dorms, during a media-only…
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