Columbia Craft closes taproom, continues statewide distribution
October 8, 2025Columbia Craft Brewing Company has announced the immediate closure of its taproom on Green Street, marking the end of an era for one of the city’s popular gathering spots. In…
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Diaper Drive-Thru on October 14 to Help Local Families
October 8, 2025The Upstate Pregnancy Center will host its next Diaper Drive-Thru on Tuesday, October 14, from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. in the parking lot at Wattsville Drug, 24 Sirrine Street in…
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LS3P congratulates University of South Carolina on nursing program ranking
October 8, 2025LS3P congratulates the University of South Carolina on its impressive rise in the latest U.S. News rankings, with the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program climbing 17 spots to reach…
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Second Saturday: Let’s Make Downtown Shine on October 11
October 8, 2025Community members are invited to roll up their sleeves and help spruce up downtown Clinton during the Second Saturday Volunteer Morning on Saturday, October 11, beginning at 9:00 AM. Hosted…
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Laurens County Organizations Unite to Support Small Businesses for Pink Friday 2025
October 8, 2025Laurens County is gearing up for a holiday shopping celebration that puts small businesses front and center. Sunny Meadow Boutique, Upstate Advertising, the City of Laurens, Main Street Clinton, Main…
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Halloween Howl at Break on the Lake Set for October 30
October 7, 2025Get ready for a frightfully fun night on the water! Connect Lake Greenwood is hosting a Halloween Howl on Thursday, October 30, from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. at Break on…
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Workforce-Ready: Lander Students Network Their Way to Careers
October 7, 2025When Lander University officials say graduates are “workforce-ready,” they mean it. Students at Lander dressed for success and came with resumes in hand during three specialized career fairs where 140…
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Lander Alumnus Cameron Dorn Races toSuccess with Suitcase Full of Courage
October 7, 2025Cameron Dorn doesn’t just talk about pushing limits. He lives it. Some might call the South Carolina native a business daredevil, but the founder of Suitcase of Courage strategically channels…
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Clinton City Council Reviews Tourism Funding, Zoning Changes, and Infrastructure Plans at October 6 Meeting
October 7, 2025The Clinton City Council covered a full agenda during its regular meeting on October 6, 2025, recognizing important community observances, approving funding allocations to support tourism, and discussing zoning, infrastructure,…
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Ladies of the Lake Bring 1950s Fun to Laurens County Memorial Home
October 7, 2025On September 11, the Ladies of the Lake brought smiles, music, and sweet treats to the Laurens County Memorial Home with their event, “The Hop to the Home.” Dressed in colorful…
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LS3P’s Tyler McKenzie selected to participate in Leadership Columbia
October 7, 2025LS3P announced that Tyler McKenzie, AIA, Senior Associate and Architect in the firm’s Columbia office, has been selected for the Leadership Columbia Class of 2026. This esteemed program, hosted by…
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SC Ports Authority appoints Mallace CEO
October 7, 2025With a unanimous vote by its Board of Directors, the South Carolina State Ports Authority (SC Ports) announced Micah Mallace as President and CEO. Mallace assumes leadership of the port…
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Bon Secours announces historic gift to name Women’s Center
October 7, 2025Bon Secours St. Francis Health System will soon embark on a major renovation of its Women’s Center, transforming the fourth floor at its Eastside campus into a state-of-the-art environment for…
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Champions crowned at National Crappie League tournament on Lake Murray
October 7, 2025Scooter Byars and Keith Smith take home First Place in the Pro Division at the National Crappie League Tournament on Lake Murray. Capital City/Lake Murray Country (CCLMC) proudly announces the successful…
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SC Department of Veterans’ Affairs Shares Important Information on Federal Contingency Planning
October 7, 2025The South Carolina Department of Veterans’ Affairs (SCDVA) recently shared important information from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) regarding its contingency planning in the event of a federal…
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SC REALTORS celebrate award winners, install 2026 incoming leadership
October 7, 2025South Carolina REALTORS® (SCR) celebrated its 2025 award winners, and installation of officers at Wild Dunes in Isle of Palms in September. Approximately 300 Realtors from across the state attended…
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Pratt Industries expands York County operations with new manufacturing facility
October 7, 2025$92.5 million investment will create 116 new jobs FAST FACTS Pratt Industries is expanding its operations in York County with a new manufacturing facility. The company’s $92.5 million investment will create…
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Charleston retains title of No. 1 small city in the U.S. in Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards
October 7, 2025For the fourth consecutive year, and 14th time in the last 15 years, Charleston has been named the top city in the U.S. by Condé Nast Traveler readers. The Readers’ Choice Awards…
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STEM Extravaganza ignites curiosity and hope for South Carolina students
October 7, 2025Children from across the state get hands-on STEM experiences and career inspiration as part of the nationwide Lights on Afterschool celebration The South Carolina Afterschool Alliance (SCAA) welcomed more than…
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South Carolina Chamber of Commerce announces 2025 award winners
October 7, 2025The South Carolina Chamber of Commerce (SC Chamber) is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2025 Business Leader of the Year award and the 2025 Public Servant of the Year award, which will be presented…
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SCRA announces new member companies and grant funding
October 7, 2025Graided and SimXity AERO were accepted as South Carolina Research Authority Member Companies. Alita Technologies, Blotting Innovations, Lucie Medical, and Tiersphere received new grant funding. All SCRA Member Companies receive…
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Dreher art teacher named South Carolina Art Educator of the Year
October 7, 2025Dreher High School art teacher Katie Pfrommer has been named the 2025 South Carolina Art Educator of the Year by the South Carolina Art Education Association (SCAEA). The award recognizes…
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MUSC Shawn Jenkins Children’s Hospital earns national recognition for six specialties in U.S. News & World Report’s Best Children’s Hospitals survey
October 7, 2025The MUSC Shawn Jenkins Children’s Hospital (SJCH) remains South Carolina’s only children’s hospital to make U.S. News & World Report’s latest Best Children’s Hospitals rankings, and six specialties ranked in…
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Carolina Handling opens new facility in Pickens County, SC
October 7, 2025The $23.2 million investment from Carolina Handling and developer RealtyLink combines the warehouse and office space from four area facilities under one roof and will create 100 new jobs in…
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Santee Cooper, Century sign agreement to power additional potline, create jobs in Mt. Holly
October 7, 2025Santee Cooper and Century Aluminum have agreed to an extended service agreement to provide additional power to Century’s Mt. Holly aluminum smelter through 2031. The deal allows Century to reopen…
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2026 SC Nonprofit Summit: Woven Together
October 7, 2025South Carolina’s largest gathering of nonprofit, philanthropic, and community leaders will return for the 2026 SC Nonprofit Summit. Presented by Together SC and cohosted by the United Way Association of…
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Colliers Report: Greenville-Spartanburg Office Market Q3 2025
October 7, 2025Colliers | South Carolina Market Report Market fundamentals strong as users eye growth Market Highlights Current Lighting’s (formerly Hubbell) three-floor giveback of 138,322 square feet at 701 Millennium Blvd led…
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Clemson institute works with industry on new markets for South Carolina timber
October 7, 2025The meeting took place amid a series of high-profile mill closures, including those of International Paper in Georgetown, the WestRock plant in Charleston, International Paper in Savannah, and the Containerboard…
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Eskridge Tri-ART Series celebrates 30 years of inspiring children through performing arts
October 7, 2025College of Arts and Humanities For 30 years, the Bill and Donna Eskridge Tri-ART Series has welcomed students from across the Upstate into the Brooks Center for the Performing Arts…
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Ph.D. student earns fellowship to study the use of artificial intelligence in civil engineering and construction
October 7, 2025College of Architecture, Art and Construction Stuti Garg, a Ph.D. student in the Nieri Department of Construction and Real Estate Development, has earned the Chishiki Artificial Intelligence in Civil Engineering…
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Clemson University, MIT and industry join to build battery workforce
October 7, 2025The project is the latest example of how Clemson University works closely with industry partners, technical colleges, and career and technical education (CTE) programs to develop a strong workforce pipeline.…
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City of Columbia to host hiring fair
October 7, 2025Who: City of Columbia Mayor’s Office, Midlands Business Leadership Group (MBLG), Elevate Midlands, and Columbia Chamber of Commerce What: The City of Columbia Mayor’s Office and community partners will be hosting a…
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Awards announced from the City of Columbia’s 10th annual PARK(ing) Day
October 7, 2025We had a blast on Friday, September 19, when the City celebrated our 10th annual PARK(ing) Day, with 11 parklets placed along Main Street! Each parklet’s design contemplated how participants might plan…
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Columbia City Council meeting agenda Tuesday, October 7, 2025
October 7, 2025The Columbia City Council will conduct a Regular Meeting on Tuesday, October 7, 2025 at 2:00 p.m. at City Hall (Council Chambers), 1737 Main Street, Third Floor, Columbia, SC 29201.…
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SCDOT receives $8 million in federal funds for emergency replacement of Old Vaucluse Road bridge over I-20 in Aiken County
October 7, 2025The South Carolina Department of Transportation is announcing the award of $8 million in federal funding that was approved by the Federal Highway Administration for the emergency replacement of the…
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Richland Library announces return of SC’s can’t miss free book festival
October 7, 20252nd Annual Read Freely Fest Set for March 27-29, 2026 Richland Library proudly announces the return of Read Freely Fest, scheduled for March 27–29, 2026, at Richland Library Main (1431 Assembly St., Columbia,…
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Call for submissions for The Message is Clear: a mentored photography exhibition at City Gallery
October 7, 2025The City of Charleston’s Office of Cultural Affairs announces a Call for Submissions for The Message is Clear: A Mentored Photography Exhibition This unique opportunity pairs juried exhibition with mentorship from internationally acclaimed photographer…
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The Big Red Barn Retreat named finalist for the 2025 Defender Service Awards
October 7, 2025Public Voting Open from October 3rd – October 19th, 2025 The Big Red Barn Retreat (BRBR) has been selected as a finalist in the Honorees category in the 2025 Defender…
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The City of Columbia’s Office of Neighborhood Safety and Engagement announces continued SCORF funding and National Substance Use Prevention Month
October 7, 2025WHO: City of Columbia Office of Neighborhood Safety and Engagement WHAT: The City of Columbia’s Office of Neighborhood Safety and Engagement (ONSE) is excited to announce that the South Carolina Opioid Recovery…
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The City of Columbia Office of Business Opportunities introduces “Grow Up and Grow Old: Columbia” cohort
October 7, 2025Who: The City of Columbia Office of Business Opportunities What: The Office of Business Opportunities is introducing its 5-week course, Grow up and Grow Old: Columbia. Grow Up and Grow Old: Columbia is…
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Dorchester County Board of Elections announces upcoming 2025 municipal general election and State House District 98 primary
October 7, 2025The Dorchester County Board of Elections announces important dates and information for the upcoming Municipal General Election and State House District 98 Primary. Elections will include the State House District 98…
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MUSC Shawn Jenkins Children’s Hospital establishes nursing scholarship in honor of Darius Rucker’s mother, Carolyn G. Rucker
October 7, 2025Portion of proceeds from ticket sales to October’s Riverfront Revival to fund the program, supporting the next generation of pediatric nurses In recognition of the lasting impact of a devoted…
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Planning Commission Thursday, October 9, 2025
October 7, 2025On Thursday, October 9, 2025, the Planning Commission meeting will be held at 4:00 p.m. at City Hall, 1737 Main Street, Columbia, SC 29201. Members of the public and/or media…
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October MoseleyNext event features high-energy chamber music group Project Trio
October 7, 2025Converse University will welcome innovative music group, Project Trio for the first MoseleyNext concert of the 2025-2025 season. Celebrated for their dynamic stage presence and genre-defying performances, Project Trio redefines…
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City of Columbia to host “Sharing the Road” community meeting
October 7, 2025The City of Columbia is kicking off a public planning process to improve safety for all roadway users – from our more vulnerable users like pedestrians and cyclists, to transit…
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Drew Scott joins CCC business development team
October 7, 2025Clayton Construction Company is pleased to announce that Drew Scott has joined our Business Development team. With nearly twelve years of experience in industrial sales, including eight years in the industrial…
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The ARK of SC receives $20,000 grant to upgrade critical technology operations infrastructure
October 7, 2025The ARK of South Carolina, a nonprofit dedicated to supporting families affected by Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Dementia (ADRD), has received a $20,000 grant from the Medical Society of South…
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Trick, treat & trail family fun run and festival on Oct. 25
October 7, 2025Get in the Halloween spirit with a fun-filled event for the whole family. Get ready for a spook-tacular time at the second annual Trick, Treat & Trail Family Fun Run and…
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South Carolina Public Radio premieres new audio drama series, Shortwave Kitsch Radio
October 7, 2025South Carolina Public Radio (SC Public Radio) is pleased to announce the premiere of Shortwave Kitsch Radio, an original audio drama series that combines history with creative storytelling. The series will…
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Dominion Energy to begin performing tree trimming activities as scheduled for 2025
October 7, 2025Dominion Energy will begin performing tree trimming activities along overhead utility lines in the following neighborhoods on Monday, October 6, 2025, at 7:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Distribution Line Tree Trimming:…
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