Richland County to host community drop-in on Pineview Road widening
June 14, 2023
An upcoming informational drop-in meeting will update Richland County residents on planned upgrades to Pineview Road, south of Columbia. By widening parts of Pineview between Shop and Garners Ferry roads,…
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Introducing the Southeastern BBQ Showdown coming to Segra Park in June of 2024
June 14, 2023
Capital City/Lake Murray Country Regional Tourism Board (CCLMC) held a press conference on the front steps of Segra Park, Wednesday, June 14, 2023. “A year from now, in June of…
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SC Institute of Medicine and Public Health and SC Department on Aging release recommendations to combat social isolation in older adults
June 13, 2023
The South Carolina Institute of Medicine and Public Health (IMPH), a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization working to collectively inform policy to improve health and health care in South Carolina, in partnership…
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Central Midlands Council of Governments hires local manager to serve as new Executive Director
June 13, 2023
Britt Poole has been hired as the new Executive Director for the Central Midlands Council of Governments (CMCOG,) effective July 1, 2023. Poole comes to the agency with 22 years…
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Tiller appointed interim chief development officer
June 13, 2023
Newberry College has appointed William “Bill” Tiller as interim chief development officer. The Clinton native came to Newberry in July 2021 as director of development for athletics, and since then…
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C.W. Bowman was a ‘tunnel rat’ in Vietnam, hear about it at the Relic Room
June 13, 2023
In some parts of Vietnam, the Viet Cong lived for months at a time under the Earth, in elaborate tunnel systems so sophisticated that they included hospitals, training areas, and…
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Matthew Richardson inducted into the South Carolina State University Thomas E. Miller Society
June 13, 2023
Wyche attorney Matthew Richardson has been inducted into the South Carolina State University Thomas E. Miller Society. The Society recognizes cumulative philanthropy from individuals and organizations that demonstrate commitment to…
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Goodwyn Mills Cawood relocates Charleston office
June 12, 2023
Architecture and engineering firm Goodwyn Mills Cawood (GMC) has relocated its Charleston office to the Charleston Technology Center on the Upper Peninsula. “Our team is excited to be located on…
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First Community Bank Leadership Institute graduates “tackle hunger” in the Midlands
June 12, 2023
First Community Bank is pleased to announce the successful completion of its “Tackling Hunger” campaign with more than 4,000 non-perishable food items collected and donated to local organizations. The campaign…
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SC Center for Fathers and Families announces Ford, Carter in new MarComm roles
June 12, 2023
Jai-Anna Carter, a communications associate on staff since 2021, has been promoted to Marketing and Communications Manager. Jai-Anna is a creative communicator and visual artist with a passion for storytelling…
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SCEDA announces winners of its Rising Star Award
June 12, 2023
The South Carolina Economic Developers’ Association (SCEDA) is excited to announce Caroline A. Warner, Director of Community Development for the South Carolina Power Team, and Dolton Williams, Executive Director of…
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Major fashion exhibition featuring Alexander McQueen and Ann Ray coming this fall
June 12, 2023
Garments and photographs document their shared artistic journey and friendship The Columbia Museum of Art is pleased to present Lee Alexander McQueen & Ann Ray: Rendez-Vous, a major fashion and…
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Dalton Stancil joins Colliers South Carolina as Market Analyst
June 12, 2023
Colliers South Carolina announces that Dalton Stancil has joined its team as a Market Analyst, working with the firm’s offices in Charleston, Columbia, Greenville and Spartanburg. Stancil is responsible for…
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SCETV announces Adrienne Fairwell as President and CEO
June 12, 2023
Fairwell returns to SCETV after serving as General Manager for Arizona PBS Adrienne Fairwell has been named the new President and CEO of South Carolina ETV and Public Radio (SCETV)…
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River’s Edge Retreat’s Project Cabin Revival is paving the way for lasting summer camp memories
June 12, 2023
River’s Edge Retreat, a cherished local camp known for its game changing swimming and sports camp experiences for underserved youth, has launched Project Cabin Revival. This initiative aims to create a more…
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Smith, Currie & Hancock and Oles Morrison Rinker & Baker combine, creating construction law and government contracts powerhouse
June 12, 2023
Smith, Currie & Hancock LLP and Oles Morrison Rinker & Baker LLP, two of the nation’s leading construction and federal government contract law firms, have announced their combination. The union…
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South Carolina Department of Education announces new leadership for Allendale County Schools
June 12, 2023
In its role as the managing authority for Allendale County Schools, the South Carolina Department of Education (SCDE) announced the appointment of Ms. Angela Jacobs as Interim Administrator of the…
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SAFE Federal Credit Union selected as recipient of Inaugural MeridanLink Arc Award
June 12, 2023
SAFE Federal Credit Union received the inaugural Arc Award during MeridianLink’s annual User Forum at Disneyland® Resort in Anaheim, CA. The Arc Awards recognize and celebrate financial institutions that leverage the…
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River Bluff High School announces exciting coaching changes for women’s lacrosse program
June 12, 2023
River Bluff High School is delighted to introduce Head Coach Shannon Aikens as the newest addition to their women’s lacrosse program. Coach Aikens will bring her extensive experience and passion…
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USC advances key student projects
June 12, 2023
The University of South Carolina’s Board of Trustees advanced several key student-focused projects and initiatives during its meeting on Friday (June 9). Among the items reviewed Friday: Final approval of…
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SC Housing Board of Commissioners names interim executive director
June 12, 2023
The Board of Commissioners of the SC State Housing Finance and Development Authority (SC Housing) announced that Richard Hutto has been named the agency’s interim executive director. Hutto comes to…
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SCEDA names Jeff Ruble “Local Developer of the Year”
June 12, 2023The South Carolina Economic Developers’ Association (SCEDA) announced Jeff Ruble, Director of Richland County Economic Development, as the winner of its “Local Developer of the Year” award. Ruble received the…
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Venture Carolina launches 2023 Palmetto Venture Fellowship
June 9, 2023
Venture Carolina, a nonprofit dedicated to bridging the funding gap between investors and entrepreneurs has once again partnered with the South Carolina Department of Commerce’s Office of Innovation, VentureSouth, and…
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Colliers Report: Rental rates grew as occupancy bounced back
June 9, 2023
Commercial Real Estate Research & Forecast Report Q1 2023 Columbia Multifamily Market Highlights Rental rates continued to grow as absorption and total occupancy rose and deliveries slowed. Despite the lack…
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Reminder: Your state tax refund may be lower next year due to withholding adjustments
June 8, 2023
What you need to know: With the Withholding Tax Table updates, less taxes are being withheld from paychecks in 2023, which may result in reduced refunds next year For those…
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Beach Commercial sells 620-acre fully entitled tract in Jasper County
June 8, 2023
Charleston’s oldest locally family owned full-service commercial real estate firm, Beach Commercial, a Division of The Beach Company, announced today that it facilitated the sale of a 620-acre tract of…
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Rescuing Buster
June 8, 2023
By Jeff Becraft One day last week I was driving to work and as I came to an intersection in our neighborhood, there was a bulldog out in the…
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SCRA announces new Member Companies and grant funding
June 8, 2023
NeuroHope Therapeutics, Ortho-Dx, and Skilldora were accepted as South Carolina Research Authority Member Companies. Glossifi, Heartbeat Technologies, Parimer Scientific, and Secure Process Intelligence received new grant funding. All SCRA Member…
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Blink Book Review #2: Life in Five Senses by Gretchen Rubin
June 8, 2023
By Reba Hull Campbell Is there anything that we take for granted more than the power of our five senses? Gretchen Rubin’s new book, “Life in Five Senses, How…
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Life’s Healing Elixir
June 8, 2023
By Tom Poland A Sunday sojourn found me at Healing Springs near Blackville, South Carolina. There I stood on Gods Acre, property deeded to God. Palm Sunday it was,…
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Chambers again honors Robinson Gray, singling out Gray, Stepp and Watson
June 8, 2023
In its 2023 edition, Chambers USA – America’s Leading Lawyers for Business, has again honored Robinson Gray for its work in the area of general commercial litigation. “Robinson Gray Stepp…
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Richland County’s Ag + Art Tour highlights farm life
June 8, 2023
This weekend, the annual S.C. Ag + Art Tour brings together two of the state’s most vital industries, agriculture and tourism, to 15 farm- and art-related sites around Richland County.…
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Nephron announces new president of 503B Outsourcing Facility
June 8, 2023
Nephron Pharmaceuticals Corporation announced Christopher Fortier, PharmD, FASHP, CPEL, will join as President of its 503B Outsourcing Facility. In his new role, Fortier will oversee all operations at the industry-leading…
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Colliers | South Carolina and Red Rock Developments win 2022 SIOR Member to Member Associate Transaction Award
June 8, 2023
Colliers brokers in Columbia and Red Rock Developments professionals were recently honored by the prestigious Society of Industrial and Office REALTORS® (SIOR) for a top industrial transaction globally in 2022…
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SCRA announces new finance and administration director
June 8, 2023
The South Carolina Research Authority announced its new director of finance and administration, Laura Terry, who is responsible for leading the strategic direction of SCRA’s finance and administration function. She also serves…
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World Ocean Day
June 7, 2023
Riverbanks Zoo and Garden Ready to Inspire Visitors to Make Waves for Conservation Kick Off Summer with a Visit to Riverbanks on World Ocean Day There are many reasons to…
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Tyra McBride selected as the 2023 Capital Young Professional of the Year
June 7, 2023
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. announced that Tyra McBride was selected as the Columbia Metropolitan Magazine’s (CMM) 2023 Capital Young Professional of the Year. The CMM Capital Young Professional Awards recognized…
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Midlands Technical College Foundation receives $40,000 grant from Power:Ed for QuickJobs Workforce Development Scholarships
June 7, 2023
Midlands Technical College (MTC) Foundation has been awarded a $40,000 grant to boost education accessibility and critical job training from Power:Ed, a philanthropy of SC Student Loan Corporation. The funds…
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Garvin Design Group’s Liza Brockman graduates from Leadership Columbia
June 7, 2023
Garvin Design Group announced that interior designer Liza Brockman graduated with the Leadership Columbia class of 2023. The graduation ceremony was held at the Columbia Museum of Art on the…
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The City of Cayce awarded $10 million for drainage improvement project
June 7, 2023
At their meeting on June 6, 2023, Cayce City Council voted to accept a $10 Million South Carolina Infrastructure Investment Plan (SCIIP) grant from the Rural Infrastructure Authority (RIA). City…
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Two Dreher High graduates named 2023 National Merit Scholarship recipients
June 7, 2023
Two Dreher High School Class of 2023 graduates have been named 2023 National Merit Scholarship winners. The program recognizes academically talented high school seniors across the country. Jacob Merrill and…
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SCRA announces new Member Companies and grant funding
June 6, 2023
NeuroHope Therapeutics, Ortho-Dx, and Skilldora were accepted as South Carolina Research Authority Member Companies. Glossifi, Heartbeat Technologies, Parimer Scientific, and Secure Process Intelligence received new grant funding. All SCRA Member…
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Myron Harrington, recipient of the Navy Cross, to tell story of the Battle of Hue
June 6, 2023
Retired Col. Myron Harrington, USMC, hasn’t visited the new Vietnam exhibit at the South Carolina Confederate Relic Room and Military Museum yet. But when he does, he’ll see something familiar…
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Midlands Technical College receives inaugural award
June 6, 2023
Midlands Technical College (MTC) has received the Edgar J. Helms Community Partner Award from Goodwill Industries of Upstate/Midlands South Carolina. The inaugural award recognized MTC as a valuable community partner…
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South Carolina Healthy Business Challenge launches in the Midlands region
June 6, 2023On May 17, 2023, at the Palmetto Club in Columbia, SC, the South Carolina Healthy Business Challenge (SCHBC) officially launched the Midlands Region, rounding out the statewide expansion of a…
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Trinity Partners facilitates the sale of ± 25 acres for residential development
June 6, 2023
Peyton Bryant, CCIM, SIOR, Partner and Director of Business Development, along with Ryan Causey, Brokerage Associate, represented the Seller, Big & Tall, LLC, in its acquisition, entitlement and subsequent disposition…
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Steel Hands Brewing announces Summer Ambassador winner
June 6, 2023
Steel Hands Brewing is excited to share a Summer Ambassador has joined the team! Steel Hands Brewing recently released a South Carolina statewide search for a creative brand Ambassador to…
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Pop Icon Taylor Dayne to headline Rock 4 Recovery concert presented by Dominion Energy
June 6, 2023
With a career spanning three decades, 17 Top 20 singles and four chart-topping number one songs that include “Tell It To My Heart,” “Love Will Lead You Back,” and “I’ll…
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Jon Robertson of Abacus Planning Group appointed as Trustee of Richland Library
June 5, 2023
Abacus Planning Group proudly announces the appointment of Jon Robertson, CFP® to the Richland Library Board of Trustees. Richland Library is a vibrant, contemporary organization that provides resources and information…
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Kelly Hughes joins the Capital City/Lake Murray Country Regional Tourism Board
June 5, 2023
The Capital City/Lake Murray Country Regional Tourism Board is excited to announce that Kelly Hughes has joined the team as Marketing and Communications Manager. Hughes graduated from the University of…
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