Two midlands schools named Palmetto’s Finest
March 15, 2023
Five schools have been named 2023 Palmetto’s Finest Schools. They are: Lake Murray Elementary School, Lexington School District 1 Lake Murray Elementary School, Lexington-Richland School District 5 John W. Moore…
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David Parler joins First Reliance Bank as Residential Lending Specialist
March 15, 2023
David Parler has joined First Reliance Bank as Residential Lending Specialist and will be in the Columbia, SC, Main Street Branch. He will assist customers with their mortgage financing needs…
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Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities Foundation receives Seal of Transparency for third consecutive year
March 15, 2023
The South Carolina Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities Foundation is proud to announce that they have earned the 2023 Platinum Seal of Transparency from Candid, the leading nonprofit…
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Fit Columbia hires new Director of Operations
March 15, 2023
Fit Columbia announced Blake McDonald as its new Director of Operations. Blake is a local community member and a graduate of the University of South Carolina. While he has years…
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GADC issues comprehensive 2022 project report to real estate, development leaders
March 15, 2023
The Greenville Area Development Corporation (GADC) has issued its 2022 Project Summary Report of all economic development projects worked to key allies in real estate, development and partner organizations across…
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TriCoLink to receive funding from a $132.8 Million ARPA Investment to expand broadband access statewide
March 15, 2023
ST. MATTHEWS, SC – TriCoLink will receive more than $3.4 million in funding as part of a $132.8 million investment from the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA). The investment aims…
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The YoPro Know launches new website and logo
March 15, 2023
The YoPro Know has updated its logo and launched a new website to better communicate its services and create engaging experiences for business leaders. The YoPro Know is an innovative…
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South Carolina Federal hires new CFS* investment advisor
March 14, 2023
South Carolina Federal Credit Union has hired a new advisor for South Carolina Federal Investment Solutions, available through CUSO Financial Services, L.P. (CFS)*. Charlis Wright has joined Investment Solutions, through…
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South Carolina organizations recognized by U.S. cabinet-level agency
March 14, 2023
The S.C. National Heritage Corridor and SC7 honored by the U.S. Department of the Interior By W. Thomas Smith Jr. The S.C. National Heritage Corridor has been awarded the RALPH…
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GirlUp GVL receives a $50,000 grant from Power:Ed to ensure high school girls from under-resourced community have the support they need to succeed
March 14, 2023Local nonprofit, GirlUp GVL, has been awarded $50,000 from Power:Ed, a philanthropy of SC Student Loan Corporation, to ensure 70 area high school girls have the resources they need to…
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South Carolina Federal hires new CFS* investment advisor
March 14, 2023
South Carolina Federal Credit Union has hired a new advisor for South Carolina Federal Investment Solutions, available through CUSO Financial Services, L.P. (CFS)*. Charlis Wright has joined Investment Solutions, through…
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Mattress Warehouse establishing new distribution center in Lexington County, SC
March 14, 2023
The company will create 108 new jobs Mattress Warehouse, a leading mattress company, today announced plans to establish a new distribution center in Lexington County. The company will create 108…
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Hounen Solar establishing first U.S. manufacturing operations in Orangeburg County, SC
March 14, 2023
$33 Million investment will create 200 new jobs Hounen Solar (Hounen), a global solar panel manufacturer, announced plans to establish its first United States manufacturing operations in Orangeburg County, South…
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Brookgreen Gardens announces election of two new members to Board of Trustees
March 14, 2023Brookgreen Gardens, a National Historic Landmark, announced the election of two new members to the Board of Trustees. Joining the board are Catherine-Alexa “C.A.” Spivey Rountree and Julian “Jay” J.…
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Columbia uniform shop sold to new owner
March 14, 2023
Sunbelt Business Brokers, a leading business brokerage firm, announced the successful sale of ScrubTrendz, Inc., a trusted medical uniform shop located at 4508 Saint Andrews Road in Columbia, to The…
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Learn about South Carolina lighthouses in free lecture at Relic Room
March 14, 2023
Debbie Mollycheck’s father was born in a lighthouse – technically, in the keeper’s house attached to the lighthouse in St. Simons, Ga., where her grandfather was the assistant keeper. After…
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Country music star Lindsay Ell added as direct support for Darius Rucker
March 14, 2023
Country music star Lindsay Ell added as direct support for Darius Rucker at Southern Fried Circuit charity concert Upcountry Fiber announces that Lindsay Ell, who was named “one of the…
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Glen M. Crawford is Selected as Columbia College Director of Athletics
March 14, 2023President Tom Bogart is proud to announce the appointment of Glen M. Crawford as the next Director of Athletics at Columbia College. Crawford brings with him decades of experience in…
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Marketing Minute: Developing a Winning Communications Strategy
March 13, 2023
Marketing Minute Jean Cecil Frick, NP Strategy Identifying a target audience is crucial to any communications plan. This week’s video breaks down the key to developing a winning communications strategy. Watch…
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Garvin Design Group’s Rosewood Church redevelopment wins 2023 Golden Nail Award
March 13, 2023
Columbia architecture and interior design firm Garvin Design Group won a Golden Nail Award for the redevelopment of the Rosewood Church site at the Columbia Chamber’s 2023 Impact Awards on…
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World Karate Champion Keith Vitali launches podcast
March 13, 2023
First interview is with Midlands karate legend Mike Genova, other interviews are with Loren Avedon and Cynthia Rothrock By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Two years ago I met with several…
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Riggs Partners announces 2023 CreateAthon® nonprofit clients
March 10, 2023
Six South Carolina nonprofit organizations will be the beneficiaries of pro bono marketing and communication services provided by Riggs Partners during its 25th annual CreateAthon®. The marketing marathon will begin…
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Art Blossoms blooms again over Mother’s Day Weekend
March 10, 2023
Annual exhibition fundraiser takes over the Columbia Museum of Art The Columbia Museum of Art announces the return of Art Blossoms, a beautifully botanical exhibition experience and museum fundraiser on…
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Midlands Technical College and Truist announce S.C.’s first Mobile Heavy Equipment Operator program
March 10, 2023
Midlands Technical College (MTC) and Truist announced a new training program that will help change the landscape of workforce development in the Palmetto State. Funded by $700,000 from Truist Foundation…
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Be Aware! Termite Season Is Here!
March 10, 2023
National Termite Awareness Week is March 12-18 The arrival of spring brings more daylight and the rebirth of nature. Unfortunately, it also creates the ideal conditions for termites–a tiny but…
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Gov. Henry McMaster Nominates the Next Executive Director of the S.C. Department of Employment and Workforce
March 9, 2023
Governor Henry McMaster today nominated William H. Floyd to be the next executive director of the South Carolina Department of Employment and Workforce (DEW). Previously the agency’s chief of staff,…
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American Legion National Commander addresses U.S. Army Association at Fort Jackson
March 9, 2023Preventing military veterans’ suicides deemed a priority By W. Thomas Smith Jr. The American Legion’s National Commander Vincent J. Troiola addressed a senior-echelon gathering of business, military, and law enforcement…
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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis names Ken Earley as Director of Information Technology
March 9, 2023
South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis has named Ken Earley as the agency’s new Director of Information Technology. With more than 25 years of IT industry experience, Earley has held management…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Ben Rex, Cyberwoven
March 9, 2023
The Who’s on the Move, Entrepreneur Minute is an interview in support of the undeniable impact that entrepreneurs have on our communities. We will be highlighting 20 entrepreneurs in each of…
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Are we too focused on outcomes?
March 9, 2023
By Jeff Becraft I was thinking earlier today about outcomes… and in particular, how much we focus on outcomes. Certainly outcomes are important. Who is going to say something…
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School Ministries to host special dinner 3/23/23
March 9, 2023
Keynote speaker Kelvin Cochran, former Atlanta Fire Chief and U.S. Fire Administrator School Ministries is hosting a special dinner with keynote speaker Kelvin Cochrane, the former Atlanta Fire Chief who…
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John Blackmon Group receives award for $2.5 million month
March 9, 2023
The John Blackmon Group at CARTER REALTORS was recently inducted into the CARTER REALTORS Millionaire Club as a result of closing $2.5 million worth of residential real estate in the…
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TD Bank names Jay Johnson Retail Market Manager of Midlands market
March 9, 2023
TD Bank has promoted Jay Johnson to Retail Market Manager of the Midlands, South Carolina market. In this role, Johnson helps build the customer-focused legendary culture unique to TD Bank…
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IABC SC announces all-women board for second year in a row
March 9, 2023
The South Carolina chapter of the International Association of Business Communicators (IABC/SC) announces its new board of directors for 2023. Nine communications professionals from around the Midlands will lead the…
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RSWCD awards 5 grants to support students’ conservation initiatives
March 8, 2023
Hydroponics, school gardens, composting among grant-funded projects Students in five Richland County schools and education sites will take part in hands-on environmental education this spring, thanks to Conservation Education Mini-Grants…
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Samsung appoints new head of South Carolina facility
March 8, 2023
Samsung welcomes Mr. Jeremy Lee as President and CEO of Samsung Electronics Home Appliances America (SEHA) in Newberry, South Carolina. Lee has been with Samsung for almost three decades. Before…
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Gullah Geechee chef and gospel singer to receive 2023 Folk Heritage Awards
March 8, 2023
For 2023, the Jean Laney Harris Folk Heritage Awards will be presented by the General Assembly to honor a Gullah Geechee chef and a gospel singer whose talents keep the…
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LS3P wins Columbia Chamber’s Golden Nail award
March 8, 2023
The Cambria Hotel, located in the heart of Columbia’s Vista district, has been awarded the Golden Nail Award by the Columbia Chamber as part of their 2023 Columbia Impact…
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COR hires new Director of Development
March 8, 2023
Julia Wilson Reedy is the new Director of Development for Columbia Opportunity Resource (COR). With her extensive experience in the non-profit sector, Julia is ready to help COR expand its…
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SCRA announces new member company and grant funding
March 8, 2023
Case Studies was accepted as a South Carolina Research Authority Member Company. Sagacity Solutions and Secure Process Intelligence received new grant funding. All SCRA Member Companies receive coaching, access to…
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Wingard’s Market announces details of 2023 Spring Fling
March 8, 2023
The Spring Fling will be held on Friday, March 10, from 9 AM – 6 PM, and Saturday, March 11, from 9 AM – 5 PM. This year, Wingard’s will…
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Area youth invited to attend a community youth symposium
March 8, 2023
The Iota Omicron Sigma Alumnae Chapter of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc., invites youth in the West Columbia, Columbia and surrounding areas to attend its annual Youth Symposium on March…
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Arts & Draughts springs forward to another epic party
March 8, 2023
Live music, art experiences, and loads more on March 31 The Columbia Museum of Art’s biannual block party Arts & Draughts returns Friday, March 31, from 7:00 to 11:00 p.m.…
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Richland County to consider how to allocate millions in emergency funds
March 7, 2023
Richland County’s Coronavirus Ad Hoc Committee will hold a public work session as the County winds down its distribution of federal American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding. During the work…
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Girl Scouts of South Carolina – Mountains to Midlands announces new Board of Directors Members
March 7, 2023
Girl Scouts of South Carolina – Mountains to Midlands announces the election of six new members to the Board of Directors, serving a 22-county jurisdiction. The six new members elected…
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CRANSTON makes expansion move into South Carolina’s Midlands region
March 7, 2023
CRANSTON, an engineering, landscape architecture, surveying, and planning firm serving Southeast communities for more than half a century, has opened a new office outside of Aiken, S.C., as part of…
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South Carolina State Fair announces 67% increase in scholarship funds
March 7, 2023
The South Carolina State Fair, a self-supporting 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, announces a 67 percent increase in awards for its 2023 annual Ride of Your Life Scholarship program. For the first…
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SC Launch Inc. invests in TestedHQ
March 7, 2023
South Carolina Research Authority’s investment affiliate, SC Launch Inc., has invested in TestedHQ LLC. The $300,000 investment will help the Mauldin-based startup continue its expansion as they redefine the market research industry. TestedHQ became an…
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High Spirits Hospitality hosting Venue Showcase at new Events at Judson Mill
March 7, 2023
High Spirits Hospitality is introducing its new event space, Events at Judson Mill, to the public with a venue showcase this weekend. The venue showcase will be on March 12,…
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Liberty Fellowship Accepting New Nominations Through July 1
March 7, 2023
Liberty Fellowship is accepting new nominations for its 17th Class of Fellows. The online nomination form is available at libertyfellowshipsc.org/nominate through July 1. “We are excited to kick off the…
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