Flock and Rally announces Tracy Bender as new Managing Director
October 27, 2022
Flock and Rally, the full-service, women-owned and led integrated marketing agency based in Columbia, South Carolina, is pleased to announce that Tracy Bender has been hired to serve as the…
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Magnate Worldwide acquires Columbia, SC-based Atlantic-Pacific Express
October 27, 2022
Magnate Worldwide announced the acquisition of Atlantic-Pacific Express, a leading mission-critical logistics service provider, based in Columbia, South Carolina. Atlantic-Pacific Express is a strategic acquisition, augmenting our organic growth, adding…
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CMA Chamber Music on Main premieres November 7 with all-star lineup
October 27, 2022
The Columbia Museum of Art announces the triumphant return of CMA Chamber Music on Main, the critically acclaimed, intimate concert series in which music and art blend together to create…
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Congressman Clyburn announces over $58 Million from EPA’s Clean School Bus Program for 16 South Carolina school districts
October 26, 2022Congressman James E. Clyburn announced the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is awarding $58.46 million from President Biden’s Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act to South Carolina school districts through the…
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USC streamlines logo, introduces new spirit mark
October 26, 2022
The University of South Carolina announced it will simplify its branding marks, focusing on its iconic tree-and-gates academic logo and introducing a USC spirit mark. The university also will sunset…
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SC Bar highlights Goings Law Firm for their $100,000 donation to the Colorectal Cancer Alliance
October 26, 2022
The SC Bar highlights the Goings Law Firm of Columbia for its charitable $100,000 donation to the Colorectal Cancer Alliance. The firm served as the presenting sponsor for the Bottoms…
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Top chiefs meet at RCSD headquarters
October 26, 2022
Discussions range from family to recruiting to fitness By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott welcomed Brig. General Jason E. Kelly, U.S. Army, to his [Lott’s] office…
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Clemson University Teacher Residency Program wins Riley Institute statewide award
October 26, 2022
Clemson University Teacher Residency Program received the twelfth annual Dick and Tunky Riley WhatWorksSC Award for Excellence during a celebration of South Carolina public education presented by Furman University’s Riley…
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TD Bank names Jacob Yost Senior Relationship Manager
October 26, 2022
TD Bank has named Jacob Yost as Senior Relationship Manager, serving the South Coast market of South Carolina, which includes the regions of Charleston, Summerville and Hilton Head. As Senior…
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The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s Light The Night – November 3
October 25, 2022
At The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s Light The Night we gather as a community to celebrate, honor, and remember those touched by blood cancers. Friends, families, schools, corporate teams, and…
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Southern First reports results for third quarter 2022
October 25, 2022
Southern First Bancshares, Inc., holding company for Southern First Bank, today announced its financial results for the three-month period ended September 30, 2022. “The third quarter saw exceptional growth for…
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Prisma Health announces CEO appointment for Baptist and Parkridge Hospitals in Columbia
October 25, 2022
Anthony Jackson has been appointed to serve as the chief executive officer of Prisma Health Baptist and Baptist Parkridge hospitals. Jackson, a native of Aiken, South Carolina, was selected for…
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SC7 and Mullikin Law to ring bells for the Salvation Army
October 25, 2022
Surprise celebrities to join the seasonal effort “doing the most good” By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Members of the South Carolina Seven (SC7) statewide expedition team and the Mullikin Law…
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The SC Bar Pro Bono Program holds a wills clinic for veterans and first responders
October 25, 2022
The South Carolina Bar’s Pro Bono Program is holding a wills clinic for veterans and first responders as part of the Celebrate Pro Bono Week on Wednesday, October 26, from…
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The Original Six Foundation raises over $100,000 for South Carolina students
October 25, 2022
The Original Six Foundation (O6 Foundation) raised over $100,000 for educational programs that support South Carolina students in rural and underserved school districts. Two-hundred participants from businesses and organizations across…
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Non Profit Minute – Cassandra Shea, Camp Kemo
October 24, 2022
The Who’s on the Move, Non Profit Minute is an interview in support of the amazing impact that local non profits have on our communities. We would like to thank…
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Mast Store to host flag retirement ceremony – November 12
October 24, 2022
COLUMBIA, SC – The Original Mast Store in Valle Crucis, in conjunction with Scout Troop 109, is hosting a flag retirement ceremony on Saturday, November 12 at 10:30 a.m. The…
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PC unveils new strategic position as ‘America’s Innovative Service College’
October 24, 2022
Presbyterian College staked out an audacious market position as “America’s Innovative Service College” Friday during an event to announce the college’s new strategic plan. “Advancing the Championship Spirit: A Bold,…
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Harpool to head Newberry College online & graduate programs
October 24, 2022
Newberry College has announced that Dr. David Harpool has been appointed acting associate vice president for online and graduate programs. He succeeds Dr. Kelli Lynn Fellows, who resigned last month.…
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7th Annual Bloom event for new & expecting moms returns to Columbia – Nov 12
October 24, 2022
Columbia Mom presents their 7th annual BLOOM – an event for new and expecting moms. This one-of-a-kind event sells out each year and provides an intimate setting for new moms to get their hands…
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National, South Carolina 2022 NAEP results released
October 24, 2022
Today, the National Assessment Governing Board and the National Center for Education Statistics released the results of the 2022 administration of the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP), commonly known as…
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Marketing Minute: Owned Media
October 24, 2022
Marketing Minute with Mary Cullen, NP Strategy Everyone wants media coverage, but getting traction is no simple feat. This week’s video breaks down what to do before you can…
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South Carolina Office of Rural Health recognizes six annual award recipients
October 24, 2022The South Carolina Office of Rural Health (SCORH) honored six rural healthcare providers and community members at its 25th Annual Rural Health Conference on October 19. “Each year, our office…
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Not Your Parents’ Shop Class
October 24, 2022
On Wednesday, Nov. 16, Greenville Women Giving (GWG), a women’s collective giving organization serving Greenville County, will host a program exploring Career and Technical Centers and the advancing reputation of…
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McKay Firm continues to grow Civil Litigation team
October 21, 2022
The McKay Firm is continuing to grow their Civil Litigation team with the hire of new Associate, Wesley Harkness. Wesley practices in the areas of Trucking and Transportation Defense, Premises…
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Local collectors loan works by iconic African American artists to the CMA
October 21, 2022
Forward Together: African American Art from the Judy and Patrick Diamond Collection now on view The Columbia Museum of Art announces new exhibition Forward Together: African American Art from the…
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LRADAC named one of the Top Woman-Led Workplaces in the US for 2022
October 21, 2022
LRADAC, the designated substance misuse authority for Lexington and Richland Counties, has been named one of the Top Woman-Led Organizations in the US for 2022 – a national ranking that…
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Civilian group helps guide direction of the Richland County Sheriff’s Department
October 21, 2022The Citizens Advisory Council has been meeting quarterly for a quarter century By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Soon after Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott was sworn into office in January…
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The Big Red Barn Retreat to support a Veterans community garden
October 21, 2022
The Big Red Barn Retreat enters into a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) to support a Veterans community garden The Big Red…
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SCEDA announces appointment of new board member from the Department of Agriculture
October 21, 2022
The South Carolina Economic Developers’ Association (SCEDA) announces the appointment of a new member to the Board of Directors. The SCEDA board voted to add an additional seat to the…
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University of South Carolina establishes Clyburn endowed chair through $1.5 million gift from Boeing
October 20, 2022
The Boeing Company has provided the University of South Carolina with a $1.5 million gift to establish the James E. and Emily E. Clyburn Endowed Chair of Public Service and…
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Chapin appoints Town Administrator
October 20, 2022
The Town of Chapin announced that the Chapin Town Council voted unanimously to appoint Nicholle Burroughs as the Town’s first Town Administrator. Mrs. Burroughs is now responsible for the day-to-day…
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When we go through life and we try not to lose
October 20, 2022
By Jeff Becraft In Super Bowl XXXII, the Green Bay Packers played the Denver Broncos. The Packers were the defending Super Bowl champions. This was during the Brett Favre…
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Old Island Haunts
October 20, 2022
By Tom Poland Add Hazel’s Café to the List Old island haunts. The fever to develop islands didn’t destroy all of them. In a few instances, someone decided, “Not…
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Richland Library launches vinyl collection
October 20, 2022
Turn Up the Volume and Let the Records Spin on Classic and New Music Let’s go crate digging. Richland Library has launched a new vinyl collection for teens and adults…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Dean Schuster, truematter
October 20, 2022
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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$16 Million in grants and scholarships distributed in the last year by Central Carolina Community Foundation
October 20, 2022
$16,003,031 in grants and scholarships were awarded during the last fiscal year (July 1 to June 30, 2022) by Central Carolina Community Foundation, the Midlands’ leader in collaborative philanthropy. Since…
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BMW investing $1.7 billion to expand S.C. manufacturing capacity and footprint
October 20, 2022
Investment will create 300 jobs and prepare for production of electric vehicle The BMW Group continues the roll-out of its electromobility plan with a new investment to expand Plant Spartanburg…
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The 2023 Cottontown Art Crawl artist application is now available
October 19, 2022
The beautiful, historic neighborhood, Cottontown, in downtown Columbia will be hosting its fifth annual Art Crawl on Saturday, March 11, 2023 from 10 am to 4 pm. The rain date…
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Comporium promotes Brian Hovis to Vice President of Business Sales
October 19, 2022
ROCK HILL, SC – Comporium announced that Brian Hovis has been promoted to Vice President of Business Sales. Hovis now will be responsible for executing the company’s business sales strategy…
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GSSM names the Honorable Jay Lucas as 2023 Townes Award recipient
October 19, 2022
The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics (GSSM) has named the Honorable Jay Lucas as the 2023 recipient of the school’s prestigious Townes Award. Rep. Lucas, who recently…
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Cason Development Group offering new commercial space in Forest Acres
October 19, 2022Cason Development Group announces the start of construction on a 14,700-square-foot commercial building at 1514 Brentwood Drive in Forest Acres. The building is the second phase of a mixed-use project…
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Wingard’s Market Holiday Soiree – Nov 4-5
October 19, 2022
Wingard’s Market will host their Holiday Soiree and Open House on Friday, November 4th from 9 AM to 6 PM and Saturday, November 5th from 9 AM – 5 PM.…
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ColaJazz Co-hosts 90th Birthday Celebration and Concert for Drink Small
October 19, 2022
The ColaJazz Foundation (ColaJazz) is co-hosting “A Shot of the Blues, Drink Small: 90 Proof” to celebrate Drink Small’s 90th birthday at the Koger Center for the Arts on Wednesday,…
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Annual Christmas in Cayce – Dec 1-3
October 19, 2022
The City of Cayce announced its family-fun Christmas in Cayce events, featuring the Christmas in Cayce Drive-Thru, Carols Along the Riverwalk and Christmas Traditions Holiday Open House, December 1-3rd. Christmas…
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ROI Commercial facilitates the sale of 6+ acres in Aiken for $2.1 Million
October 19, 2022
ROI Commercial brokers and principals, Sherri Burriss and George Meetze, represented the seller in the sale of a 6.06-acre former auto dealership located at 136 Jefferson Davis Hwy, Aiken. ROI…
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Craig Morgan coming to the Midlands
October 19, 2022
Award winning, TV personality, chart-topping, country music singer-songwriter, Craig Morgan, is bringing the party to Harbison Theatre at Midlands Technical College (HT@ MTC). In town for one night only, put…
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Columbia Metropolitan Airport, first airport in state to launch Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Program
October 18, 2022
The Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) announced that beginning Monday, October 24th the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Program will be launching at CAE – a new in-terminal initiative for passengers with hidden disabilities.…
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Nexsen Pruet earns diversity, equity, and inclusion certification
October 18, 2022
Diversity Lab announced today that Nexsen Pruet has achieved Mansfield Rule 5.0 Certification. All Mansfield-certified firms have completed a 12-month collaboration with Diversity Lab with built-in measurement, transparency, and accountability.…
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Niagara Pharmaceuticals establishing operations in Cherokee County
October 18, 2022
$9 million investment will create 45 new jobs Niagara Pharmaceuticals, a manufacturer of eye health and safety products, today announced plans to establish its first United States operation in Cherokee…
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