Substance Use Disorder Treatment Month shares hope and healing in January
January 13, 2026
January is recognized nationwide as Substance Use Disorder Treatment Month (Treatment Month), an observance led by the U.S. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration to raise awareness about treatment…
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Funding available for septic owners within Congaree Creek Watershed in Lexington County
January 13, 2026Septic systems owners in the Congaree Creek Watershed can apply for funding to help repair or replace their failing or malfunctioning existing septic systems. Lexington County residents in the Congaree…
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Hood Construction breaks ground for Belvedere Elementary School addition
January 13, 2026
On November 18th, the teams of Hood Construction and Cheatham Fletcher Scott Architects + Designers joined Belvedere Elementary School’s administrators and staff to celebrate the ground breaking of their new kitchen,…
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Rotary Club of Lexington announces RotaryFest at Icehouse Amphitheater
January 13, 2026
The Rotary Club of Lexington is proud to announce RotaryFest, a signature community fundraiser benefiting student scholarships in Lexington School District One. The event will take place on Friday, March…
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New study shows South Carolina technical colleges deliver strong return and keep talent in-state
January 13, 2026
A new independent study finds the SC Technical College System delivers a strong return on public investment while playing a critical role in keeping skilled workers in South Carolina. The…
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Ellison Kibler ranked #1 in SC by Forbes on 2026 “Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams” list
January 13, 2026
Ellison Kibler ranked #1 in South Carolina on the Forbes “Best-in-State Wealth Management Teams” 2026 list. Published on January 7, 2026. Rankings based on data as of March 31 2025.…
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Trinity Partners Columbia announces Q4 2025 notable transactions
January 13, 2026
Trinity Partners recently completed the following notable commercial real estate transactions during the last quarter of 2025. Sales Transactions • Braden Shockley, SIOR, Roger Winn, SIOR, and Will McGregor represented…
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Advocates call on South Carolina Senate to Pass Smart Heart Act
January 13, 2026
Bill would require lifesaving cardiac emergency plans and AED access in all public schools statewide. Advocates, including educators, medical professionals, and other community members, will gather on at 11:30 a.m.…
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For every $1 spent, South Carolina’s “No Drama” program returns up to $66 in economic benefits
January 13, 2026
New Economic Impact Report Confirms Contraceptive Access is a High-Value Workforce and Fiscal Strategy, Generating Hundreds of Millions in Annual Net Benefit A new economic impact report authored by lead…
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Riverbanks roars into 2026 with new lions, Free Fridays, and can’t-miss events
January 13, 2026
Riverbanks Zoo and Garden is kicking off 2026 with the arrival of two young African lions, the return of Free Fridays for local residents, and a full lineup of events…
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Malissa Burnette recognized in 50 Most Influential Hall of Fame
January 13, 2026
M. Malissa Burnette, a co-founder of Burnette Shutt & McDaniel, has been named to the 50 Most Influential Hall of Fame. The annual list, compiled by Columbia Business Monthly, recognizes…
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Atkinson and Reed become Members of SMITH | ROBINSON law firm
January 13, 2026
SMITH | ROBINSON announced that attorneys Alex Atkinson and Austin Reed have been named Members of the firm. Atkinson practices in the firm’s Sumter office, where his work focuses on…
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Heritage launches landscaping giveaway to support local nonprofits in Charleston, Columbia, and Greenville
January 13, 2026
Three Nonprofits to Receive a Full Year of Professional Landscaping Services Heritage, a leading provider of commercial landscape solutions for South Carolina businesses, announced today the launch of a new…
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Richland County Treasurer Kendra L. Dove advises of Postal Service changes
January 13, 2026
New federal rules could affect real estate tax mailings Residents who typically mail their County tax payments are advised that recent federal changes to the U.S. Postal Service’s (USPS) mail-processing…
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BBB Serving Central SC and Charleston announces 2026 Board of Directors
January 13, 2026
Better Business Bureau (BBB) Serving Central SC and Charleston is proud to announce its 2026 Board of Directors, a group of respected local leaders dedicated to advancing trust and integrity…
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Main Street District welcomes new board chair, executive officers and board
January 13, 2026
Following a year of announcements for unprecedented growth, the Main Street District has announced its full board member list and slate of new officers for 2026. Accomplishments and Appreciation for…
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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Non-Profit Storytelling Through Numbers: Chamber’s Non-Profit Council hosts financial management seminar
January 8, 2026
The Lexington Chamber and Visitors Center’s Non-Profit Council is hosting an important financial management seminar designed to equip local nonprofit leaders with the knowledge to effectively develop and manage their…
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200+ scholarship opportunities now available to support students across the Midlands
January 8, 2026
More than 200 scholarship opportunities are now open and available through a single application with Central Carolina Community Foundation for students pursuing higher education during the 2026–2027 academic year. Beginning…
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The non-profit S.C. Military Veterans Hall of Fame enables online funding
January 8, 2026Elite military hall of fame announces new easy-to-access online sponsorship feature By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Supporters and sponsors of the South Carolina Military Veterans Hall of Fame (SCMVHOF) now…
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Lisa Breese returns to Wallick Investments
January 8, 2026
South Carolina-based RIA firm Wallick Investments, LLC announced that Mrs. Lisa Breese, with vast career experience in marketing, accounting, leadership, and community service, has returned to Wallick Investments to support…
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City of Columbia to host 38th Annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Commemoration service
January 8, 2026
The City of Columbia will be hosting the 38th Annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Commemoration service on Monday, January 19, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. at Martin Luther King, Jr. Park at…
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Battle at BullStreet returns February 28
January 8, 2026
Tigers and Gamecocks meet for a fourth tilt at Segra Park The Columbia Fireflies, in conjunction with the Clemson University and University of South Carolina Athletic Departments, announced that Segra Park will…
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Office of Business Opportunities extends deadline for NxLevel and FastTrac courses
January 8, 2026
The City of Columbia’s Office of Business Opportunities has extended the application deadline to January 20 for the 2026 NxLevel Micro Entrepreneurs and 2026 FastTrac Growth Venture courses, which will…
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Ruth Lown Turman elected as Excelsior University Alumni Leadership Council president
January 8, 2026
The Columbia, South Carolina, resident will serve a two-year term representing the University in alumni engagement and outreach Excelsior University announced the election of Ruth Lown Turman to the position of Alumni Leadership Council (ALC) president.…
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SCRA announces new grant funding and member companies
January 8, 2026
Lucie Medical, Saluda Manufacturing, Topline, CADmore, FeatherPMS, Sharpen, and Thrive Data, received new grant funding from the South Carolina Research Authority. Atapic and Stabile Industries were accepted as SCRA member…
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Sardis Road
January 7, 2026
By Tom Poland Back roads never disappoint me. Such was the case with a road, paved just a tad, but deliciously dirt the rest of the way. As I…
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South Carolina Water Utilities employees continue strong tradition of community service in 2025
January 6, 2026
Team Members Dedicate 730 Volunteer Hours Supporting Families, Schools, Community Organizations, and Environmental Stewardship Across South Carolina Giving back to the communities it serves remains a core part of South…
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Vaiire hires sustainability consultant Kurt Duska
January 6, 2026LAKE CITY, SC – Vaiire has hired sustainability and engineering professional Kurt Duska as Director of Technical Sales, formalizing a long-standing consulting relationship as the company continues to expand…
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New Year, New Name: Original Six Foundation renames “My First Library” to “My O6 Library”
January 6, 2026
The Original Six Foundation is ringing in the new year with an exciting update to one of its most impactful literacy initiatives. Beginning in 2026, the Foundation’s My First Library…
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Maynard Nexsen announces largest class of new shareholders
January 6, 2026
Maynard Nexsen, a full-service law firm with 31 locations nationwide, announced the promotion of 24 new shareholders for 2026 including three in South Carolina. This represents the firm’s largest shareholder…
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We have launched a new publication – the Georgetown SC Gazette
January 6, 2026
By Alan Cooper and Cheryl Cooper Owners MidlandsBiz Who’s On The Move Today is the day! After months of preparation, we’re excited to officially announce the launch of a new…
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