Pinckney Reese named Lexington One director of legal services and Title IX
May 19, 2023
Mercedes L. Pinckney Reese joins Lexington County School District One on May 30, 2023 as the district’s new director of legal services and Title IX, which was approved by the…
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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis recognizes Stephanie Vincent of Fairfield Central High School as Educator of the Month
May 19, 2023
South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis has recognized Fairfield County School District’s Stephanie Vincent of Fairfield Central High School as the South Carolina Financial Literacy Master Teacher Program’s Educator of the…
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Richland County approves ARPA funding for broadband, nonprofits
May 19, 2023
Senior assistance, services for unhoused people also approved as distribution continues Richland County continues to distribute millions in federal funding to help local small businesses, nonprofits and other organizations negatively…
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Upcountry History Museum is a 2023 Blue Star Museum
May 19, 2023
The Upcountry History Museum – Greenville County has joined museums nationwide in the Blue Star Museums program, a collaboration that provides free admission to the nation’s active-duty military personnel and…
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Lane Construction wins $96 million bridge replacement project in Kershaw County
May 19, 2023
The Lane Construction Corporation, the U.S. subsidiary of Webuild Group, and the builders of a safer and more connected America, has been awarded a $96,000,000 contract for a bridge replacement…
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Garvin Design Group welcomes two summer interns
May 18, 2023
Garvin Design Group recently welcomed two summer interns to the firm’s ranks. Clemson University School of Architecture undergraduate students Samantha Lowrie and Kevin Buell began summer internships in May. Both…
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Ward Bradley named to Super Lawyers listing for 12th year
May 18, 2023Moore Bradley Myers (MBM) announced that Partner, James E. “Ward” Bradley has been selected to the South Carolina Super Lawyers® Listing for 2023 in the area of personal injury law.…
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Cyberwoven hires new Business Development Manager, Sam Hodges
May 18, 2023
Cyberwoven, an award-winning brand, digital marketing, and website design and development firm, announced Sam Hodges as the agency’s new Business Development Manager. Working closely with Cyberwoven’s CEO and President, Hodges’…
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SCDOT Commission approves 2024 Pavement Improvement Plan
May 18, 2023
The South Carolina Department of Transportation Commission approved the Agency’s 2024 Pavement Improvement Program by adding another $775 million to the previously invested $2.8 billion in pavement improvements across the…
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Congressman Clyburn announces $12.7 million for Jasper County project
May 18, 2023
U.S. Congressman James E. Clyburn (SC-06) announced that the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development is awarding $12.7 million in Community Facilities Direct Loans to Jasper County projects.…
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Richland One General Counsel named Lawyer of Distinction
May 18, 2023
Richland One General Counsel Susan Williams has been named a 2023 Lawyer of Distinction for Recognizing Excellence in In-House Counsel. “I’m so honored to have received this award. In my…
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State Museum announces MARS 1001 planetarium show and new summer events
May 18, 2023
Guests Are Invited to Disability Pride Day, See Laser Light Shows, Enjoy Baseball Day and More The South Carolina State Museum is set to celebrate summer with a variety of…
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Google announces South Carolina winner of 15th annual Doodle for Google contest
May 18, 2023
The annual Doodle for Google contest returns for the 15th year to showcase student artwork from around the country. Today, Google is thrilled to announce South Carolina’s Haniyah Simone Robinson…
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Choosing to be entusiastic
May 18, 2023
By Jeff Becraft Back at a student session several years ago, after I had announced that snack break was over and it was time to get back at it,…
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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis announces National 529 Day celebration with $529 college savings grants
May 18, 2023
State Treasurer Curtis Loftis today announced the return of the annual PalmettoBaby Grant Program in celebration of National 529 Day. “South Carolina’s Future Scholar 529 College Savings Plan is proud…
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Memories Of Zebco Reels & Red Wrigglers
May 17, 2023
By Tom Poland I drive west, Georgia bound, and pass it yet again, a place that pulls at my heart. My father had a worm farm, and my grandfather’s…
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Understanding Foreign-Trade Zones: CAE’s Recent Workshop Explained the Benefits
May 17, 2023
The Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) hosted an educational in-person and webinar session for attendees to learn the details of what a foreign-trade zone is, see areas of potential business gains…
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From XVI World Bass Championship to Bassmaster Elite Series, and Major League Fishing’s Bass Pro Tour
May 17, 2023
Lake Murray is the Top Fishing Destination Over the last 6 months Capital City/Lake Murray Country Regional Tourism Board (CCLMC) has hosted the biggest and the best in international and…
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Xerxes establishing first S.C. operations in Richland County
May 17, 2023
The company will create about 80 new jobs Xerxes, a subsidiary of Shawcor Ltd., today announced plans to establish its first South Carolina operations in Richland County. The company will…
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Summer Kayak Camp
May 17, 2023Get your child on the water with the summer Kayak Camp! Children ranging from ages 8-11 can participate in the camp from June 5 until July 14. Children ranging from…
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The Columbia Parks & Recreation Department announces $1.8 million in improvements to Owen’s Field athletic facilities
May 17, 2023The Columbia Parks and Recreation Department announced that Columbia City Council has approved funding for $1.8 million dollars in improvements and upgrades for Owen’s Field Park designated to renovate the…
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Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina distributes $1.4 million in grants
May 17, 2023
Foundation Releases 2023 Cycle I Grantee Partners The Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina awarded 92 grants totaling $1.4 million to nonprofit organizations throughout the Palmetto State. Each organization…
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Homeless No More announces inaugural Stars So Bright on May 25th
May 17, 2023
Homeless No More announced the inaugural Stars So Bright event, an evening of music, dance and intentional community connection to support homeless and at-risk families and children in our community,…
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SIOS Technology honored as Bronze Stevie® award winner in 2023 American Business Awards®
May 17, 2023
SIOS’ Customer Success Department Recognized in Customer Service Department of the Year Category SAN MATEO, CA – SIOS Technology Corp., an industry leader in application high availability (HA) and disaster…
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Peter Dunphy retires from board leadership
May 17, 2023
After over eight years of stellar board service to the South Carolina Research Authority and its investment affiliate SC Launch Inc., Peter Dunphy has retired from the SCRA board of trustees and the…
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Infinity Marketing named Top Workplace 2023 for South Carolina
May 16, 2023
Infinity Marketing, a fully integrated marketing agency in the Upstate, announced that they were again named in the South Carolina Top Workplaces awards. This is the company’s third consecutive year…
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Pyramid Contracting awarded Galeana dealership project in Mount Pleasant
May 16, 2023
Pyramid Contracting announced it has been selected as the general contractor for the new Galeana Automotive Dealership in Mount Pleasant, SC. This ground-up project includes the development and construction of…
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Congressman Clyburn announces $3 million to preserve and restore Historically Black Colleges and Universities in South Carolina
May 16, 2023
U.S. Congressman James E. Clyburn (SC-06) announced $3 million from the National Park Service (NPS) to help preserve and restore Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) in South Carolina. The…
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National Merit Scholarship Corporation announces $2,500 winners
May 16, 2023
Chosen from a talent pool of more than 15,000 outstanding finalists, two students in Richland School District Two were selected as National Merit $2,500 Scholarship winners. Stephanie A. Babinec and…
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NETFLIX’s new docuseries about RCSD reaches #2 spot among viewers nationwide
May 16, 2023
By W. Thomas Smith Jr. MISSING: Dead or Alive, NETFLIX’s new four-part docuseries showcasing the stellar work of the Richland County Sheriff’s Department’s Missing’s Persons Unit received week-two kudos after…
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Nephron announces hiring of key executives
May 16, 2023
Nephron Pharmaceuticals Corporation today announced the new hiring of four key executives. Nola Grant has joined as Chief Human Resources Officer, Min Ha joined as Chief of Quality, Rene Herrera…
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Local gardening enthusiasts make gift toward Conservation Education
May 16, 2023
County’s Soil and Water Conservation District receives $9,000 boost Conservation education efforts of the Richland Soil and Water Conservation District (RSWCD) recently received a generous boost from the Palmetto Garden…
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SC Council on Competitiveness to award 2023 SC STEM Educator of the Year and name new Boston Dynamics AI-enabled robot
May 16, 2023
May 19th Ceremony at Richland District Two R2i2 Student Innovation Center SC Tech, an initiative of the SC Council on Competitiveness (“SC Competes”), in partnership with S²TEM Centers SC, The…
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Newberry College honors alumni educators in Hall of Master Teachers
May 16, 2023
Newberry College has honored five alumni and the founder of the Hall of Master Teachers with induction into the prestigious society. The event was held May 11 at the Center…
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Sheriff Lott holds memorial service for fallen deputies
May 16, 2023
Wreath-laying ceremony begins National Police Week for RCSD By W. Thomas Smith Jr. The families of fallen deputies gathered at the gates of the Richland County Sheriff’s Department (RCSD) headquarters’…
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Historic Columbia announces 2023 Preservation Award winners
May 16, 2023
Awards honor individuals and projects for design and preservation accomplishments Historic Columbia announced the recipients of its 2023 Preservation Awards. Each year, Historic Columbia celebrates Preservation Month by recognizing local…
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Welvista donates new vehicles to three school districts for its smiles for a lifetime program
May 16, 2023
Welvista, a nonprofit organization that helps uninsured and underserved South Carolinians gain access to essential health services, donated new vehicles to three school districts in rural South Carolina for its…
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South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance announces 2023 Woman of the Year
May 16, 2023
April Allen, Director of Government Relations for Continental, was named the 2023 South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance (SCMA) Woman of the Year at the annual Palmetto Women’s Manufacturing Forum hosted at…
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Record-breaking 2,600+ food lovers attend Columbia Food and Wine Festival in sixth year
May 15, 2023
The 2023 festival marks the largest year ever in attendance and support of the region’s culinary community The 2023 Columbia Food and Wine Festival brought 2,699 food lovers together for…
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Jack Pringle joins Nelson Mullins’ Columbia office
May 15, 2023
Longtime Columbia-area lawyer Jack Pringle, CIPP-US, has joined Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP at the firm’s main office in Columbia. Pringle is an accomplished legal professional with more than…
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Cason Development Group adds developer
May 15, 2023
Commercial real estate veteran Tripp Bradley has joined Cason Development Group. Bradley will be working on expanding the development of national retail projects for Cason Development Group. “We are very…
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Rotarians bought an ambulance for Ukraine!
May 15, 2023
Rotarians in District 7770 of South Carolina purchased and delivered a fully stocked Mercedes Benz ambulance for the people of Ukraine. A Rotary Club in New Jersey found a contact…
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The Vista celebrates the outdoors with River Runner anniversary and fireflies
May 15, 2023
Two celebrations will take place in The Vista the weekend of May 19th – River Runner Outdoor Center anniversary and Congaree National Park’s synchronous fireflies celebration. River Runner Outdoor Center…
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Two South Carolina students named 2023 U.S. Presidential Scholars
May 15, 2023
U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona today announced the 59th class of U.S. Presidential Scholars, recognizing 161 high school seniors for their accomplishments in academics, the arts, and career and technical…
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Four South Carolina SBDC clients win state SBA Awards
May 15, 2023
Joseph Wilson, Tremaine Moore, Marvin Ross and Michael Williams recognized for excellence in advancing the needs of the small business community The South Carolina Small Business Development Centers (SC SBDC),…
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Wilson Associates adds new agent with broad residential, investment property, lake area expertise
May 15, 2023
Wilson Associates, one of Greenville’s largest independent real estate firms, has added Amanda Harbin to its growing team of top-notch community-minded agents. Harbin brings a unique background as both a…
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Blue Star program provides free summer admission to military and their families
May 15, 2023
The South Carolina Confederate Relic Room and Military Museum is all about honoring those who have served in uniform since our nation’s beginning. So we are once again proud to…
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Emily Pitts becomes Director of Community Based Programs at The Woodlands at Furman
May 15, 2023
Emily Pitts has joined The Woodlands at Furmans’ directorial team as the new Director of Community Based Programs. A South Carolina native, Pitts earned her Bachelors of Science in Kinesiology…
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Garvin Design Group projects win Historic Columbia 2023 Preservation Awards
May 15, 2023
Two adaptive reuse projects by Columbia architecture and interior design firm Garvin Design Group (GDG) won Preservation Awards at Historic Columbia’s 2023 awards ceremony. The awards were presented at a…
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Kim S. Miller Family Enterprise Institute of South Carolina and Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd to host Breakfast Briefing
May 15, 2023
The Kim S. Miller Family Enterprise Institute of South Carolina and Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd will host a Breakfast Briefing on May 25, highlighting legal considerations for family enterprises. The Breakfast…
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