Five Points shines: FPA celebrates community, impact, and 2025 award winners
December 18, 2025
The Five Points Association (FPA) rang in the season and celebrated a year of community impact during its Holiday Party and Annual Meeting, held Thursday, December 11, at Ruby Sunshine…
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NAI Columbia announces November transactions
December 18, 2025
NAI Columbia announce the following recently completed transactions for November 2025. Sales: Ben Kelly, CCIM, Patrick Chambers, and Jack Springs represented the seller in the recent disposition of 14.66 acres…
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SCRA announces new leadership promotions
December 18, 2025
South Carolina Research Authority has announced two recent promotions. Patti Mack is now director of finance and administration. Teresa Hinson is now the director of governance, risk, and compliance. “Patti…
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Junior Achievement of Greater South Carolina celebrates transformative leadership of Casey Pash
December 18, 2025
Junior Achievement of Greater South Carolina (JAGSC) announces the conclusion of Casey Pash’s remarkable 11-year tenure as CEO and President. Pash’s visionary leadership has transformed the organization into a statewide…
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SC Ports boasts efficient, reliable operations in the Southeast
December 18, 2025
South Carolina Ports and its maritime partners continue to deliver efficient operations and customized solutions, providing customers with stability as the industry begins feeling the effects of a downturn. The…
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USC School of Music welcomes new associate director of choral studies
December 18, 2025
After an extensive search, the University of South Carolina School of Music announced Evan Powers as the new Associate Director of Choral Studies. He will conduct the University Chorus and…
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Prisma Health Urgent Care opens new Ballentine location
December 18, 2025
Ballentine center offering same-day care and one-swab cold and flu testing Prisma Health Urgent Care announced today the opening of a new location in Ballentine. Beginning December 15, 2025, residents…
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Jersey Mike’s Subs to open in Blythewood
December 18, 2025
Jersey Mike’s Subs, known for its fresh sliced/fresh grilled subs, will open at 135 Blythewood Road in Blythewood on December 17. Franchise owners Daniel Mustian and Rodger Blake-Ward will hold a grand opening…
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MCIS selects Orangeburg County for first South Carolina operation
December 18, 2025
$7.4 investment will create 49 new jobs FAST FACTS Mission Critical Interior Solutions, Inc. (MCIS) selects Orangeburg County to establish the company’s first South Carolina operation. The company’s $7.4 million investment…
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USC approves key renovation projects
December 18, 2025
The University of South Carolina Board of Trustees gave final approval Tuesday (Dec. 16) to projects designed to reinvigorate several iconic buildings in the heart of the Columbia campus. The…
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SC Housing Executive Director Richard Hutto will retire on January 2, 2026, after nearly four decades of service in public finance and affordable housing
December 18, 2025
SC Housing Executive Director Richard Hutto will retire at the start of the new year, ending nearly four decades of service in public finance, community development and affordable housing. Hutto’s…
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Lima One Capital funds high-end development in Napa Valley
December 17, 2025
Lima One Capital recently closed a $23.8 million loan to fund construction of 15 high-end homes in an infill development in Wine Country. A renowned Bay Area builder with decades…
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Denmark Technical College announces investiture of 10th president Eric Brown
December 17, 2025
Denmark Technical College will celebrate a historic occasion with the investiture of its 10th president, Eric Brown, Ph.D., on Friday, January 30, 2026, at 10 a.m. in the William L.…
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HTC partnered with Georgetown County Parks & Recreation and Georgetown County Sheriff’s Department to give away 250 Christmas turkeys
December 17, 2025
HTC, in partnership with Georgetown County Parks & Recreation and Georgetown County Sheriff’s Department, recently held a Christmas Turkey Giveaway at 8 Oaks Park, where they distributed 250 turkeys (weighing…
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It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year for an Open Conversation About Drugs and Alcohol
December 16, 2025
The holiday season brings celebrations, gatherings and long-awaited reunions, but it can also be a time when alcohol and other substances are more present in social settings. The South Carolina…
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Bryan Brown to exit Greenville Housing Fund
December 16, 2025
Bryan Brown, the founding CEO of the Greenville Housing Fund, will be leaving the agency at the end of the month to take a post with NeighborWorks America. “This marks…
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Verdae selects Purple Horse Hospitality to lead next chapter for The Preserve at Verdae
December 16, 2025
Local operator to assume management of Greenville’s only 18-hole public golf course, preserving public play and enhancing food, beverage and community experience Verdae has selected Greenville-based Purple Horse Hospitality as…
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Wagner Wealth earns Greenville’s Best distinction
December 16, 2025
For the third year in a row, readers of the Post and Courier have named Wagner Wealth Management Greenville’s Best Financial Planner in the Post and Courier Greenville’s Readers’ Choice…
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It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year for an Open Conversation About Drugs and Alcohol
December 16, 2025
The holiday season brings celebrations, gatherings and long-awaited reunions, but it can also be a time when alcohol and other substances are more present in social settings. The South Carolina…
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It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year for an Open Conversation About Drugs and Alcohol
December 16, 2025
The holiday season brings celebrations, gatherings and long-awaited reunions, but it can also be a time when alcohol and other substances are more present in social settings. The South Carolina…
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Trent Hill Center receives $79,000 grant from Power:Ed to help youth aging out of foster care
December 16, 2025
Developing independent living skills and building future pathways Trent Hill Center for Children & Families (Trent Hill Center), has been awarded a $79,000 grant from Power:Ed, the philanthropy of SC…
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South Carolina’s “No More Homeless Pets” License Plate Program nears $700,000 for spay/neuter funding
December 16, 2025
Annual funding exhausted in 4 months as shelter intake, euthanasia, and community needs remain high The South Carolina Animal Care and Control Association (SCACCA) announced that the No More Homeless…
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Columbia Streams Art local artist holiday art market now located at Finlay Park
December 16, 2025
The Columbia Streams Art public art program announced that the first holiday market to support local artists will now be held at Finlay Park. This local artist holiday market will…
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SC Launch Inc. celebrates investment in Rainwalk Technology
December 16, 2025
SC Launch Inc., the investment affiliate of the South Carolina Research Authority, recently celebrated its $300,000 investment in Rainwalk Technology. The Columbia-based startup offers pet health insurance through an online…
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ToolBank USA & Generac partner to launch 25th mobile disaster relief unit
December 16, 2025
Trailer to Deploy to Long-Term Recovery Efforts in Hurricane Helene Corridor ToolBank USA, a national non-profit supporting organizations with tools and equipment to boost response to natural disasters, in partnership…
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CAMS names David Brown Manager of Accounting & Finance Services
December 16, 2025
Community Association Management Services (CAMS) announced that David Brown has taken the position of Accounting & Finance Services Manager. Brown joined the CAMS team in 2023 and most recently served…
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City of Columbia to begin structural repairs at Lady Street Parking Deck in January 2026
December 16, 2025
Phase 1 of Capital Improvement Plan to Enhance City-Owned Parking Decks The City of Columbia will begin structural repairs at the Lady Street Parking Deck, located at 1100 Lady Street,…
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True Blue Golf Club earns spot on 2026 AGM Platinum Awards – Top 100 Golf Shops list
December 15, 2025
True Blue Golf Club has been honored as one of the Top 100 Golf Shops in the world by the Association of Golf Merchandisers (AGM) as part of the prestigious…
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Collins & Lacy, P.C. welcomes Pamela J. Larson to firm’s Retail & Hospitality Practice Group
December 15, 2025
Collins & Lacy, P.C.welcomed attorney Pam Larson to our Retail & Hospitality Practice Group. Pam earned her law degree from the University of South Carolina. Pam’s history prior to attending…
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Garvin Design Group welcomes Emma Grace Connelly as an architectural intern
December 15, 2025
Garvin Design Group welcomed Emma Grace Connelly back to the firm as a winter architectural intern. Emma Grace is currently a graduate student at Clemson University’s Richard A. McMahan School…
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Richland Bar honors Betsy Gray and La’Jessica Stringfellow
December 12, 2025
Robinson Gray attorneys Betsy Gray and La’Jessica Stringfellow were recognized for their service and achievements at the Richland County Bar Association’s annual meeting on December 10th. Betsy received the John…
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Power:Ed joins funding collaborative led by The Duke Endowment, supporting Carolinas-based nonprofits and leaders
December 12, 2025
Awards $25,000 grant benefitting Successteam Foundation for Youth Development in Aiken Power:Ed, the philanthropy of SC Student Loan Corporation, has joined a coalition of funders, led by The Duke Endowment,…
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Columbia Food & Wine Festival returns April 22-26, 2026, and launches new Tastemakers patron program
December 12, 2025
Columbia Food & Wine Festival (CFWF), which returns to the Midlands April 22-26, 2026, launched Tastemakers, a patron giving circle that offers insider access to festival experiences while supporting the…
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Colliers Report: Columbia Retail Market Q3 2025
December 12, 2025
Colliers | South Carolina Market Report Grocers expand as high costs counter leasing growth Market Highlights The Columbia retail market remained stable as leasing velocity and rent growth stalled amidst…
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Duke Energy offers ‘12 Days of Savings’ energy efficiency tips
December 11, 2025
The holidays are a time for family and celebration, but they often bring higher energy use as temperatures decline. To help customers stay energy smart, Duke Energy is introducing ‘12…
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The importance of remembering
December 11, 2025
By Jeff Becraft I have two favorite golf gloves. Now I don’t play golf very often. In fact, I’ve only played golf twice this year. But one of those…
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PRET Advanced Materials, LLC expands Florence County operations
December 11, 2025
$18.5 million investment will create 74 new jobs FAST FACTS PRET Advanced Materials, LLC (PRET) is expanding its operations in Florence County. The company’s $18.5 million investment will create 74 new…
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Cox and Dinkins announces opening of their new office in Greenville, SC
December 11, 2025
Cox and Dinkins, Inc. announced their expansion into Greenville, South Carolina, with the opening of a new office location. Opening on January 5, 2026, and located at 500 E. North…
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Columbia Food & Wine Festival returns April 22-26, 2026, and launches new Tastemakers Patron Program
December 11, 2025
Columbia Food & Wine Festival (CFWF), which returns to the Midlands April 22-26, 2026, is pleased to launch Tastemakers, a patron giving circle that offers insider access to festival experiences while supporting…
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Columbia Area Development Partnership announces approval of incentives package for Subtext $80 million mixed-use development on Senate Street
December 11, 2025
$3.7 million investment will create 65 new jobs A new $80 million mixed-use development is coming to Columbia. Richland County Council and the City of Columbia have approved incentives for…
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GSSM receives $10,000 from First Citizens Bank to support STEM summer camps
December 11, 2025
The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics (GSSM) Foundation has received $10,000 from First Citizens Bank to support GSSM’s GoSciTech summer camps. These hands-on STEM programs serve rising…
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5th Annual Cola Rosé Shower celebrating women’s health empowerment returns February 7
December 11, 2025
Tickets on sale for Columbia’s premier event that facilitates 60,000+ feminine product donations in the Midlands Rooted in celebrating strength, sisterhood, and women’s health, the 5th annual Cola Rosé Shower returns on Saturday, February…
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SCRA to fund SCORE South Carolina
December 11, 2025
The South Carolina Research Authority is partnering with the University of South Carolina Columbia Technology Incubator—soon to be rebranded as The Midlands Innovation X-Change (The MIX)—to provide critical funding for the South Carolina Chapter of…
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Cayce Mayor receives 2025 National Leadership Award
December 11, 2025
Women in Municipal Government (WIMG), a constituency group of the National League of Cities (NLC), is honoring Mayor Elise Partin of Cayce, South Carolina as the 2025 WIMG Leadership Award…
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Girl Scouts partners with Girlology to host masterclass: “Unbothered and Alive” addresses body image and self-worth struggles in women
December 11, 2025
Girl Scouts of South Carolina—Mountains to Midlands is partnering with nationally trusted platform, Girlology, to host an essential masterclass designed for women titled: “Unbothered and Alive: Discover the Power of…
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Cogito Academy hosts groundbreaking for $31.5 million facility
December 11, 2025
Cogito Academy, a tuition-free public charter school serving students across Lancaster County, South Carolina, held a groundbreaking ceremony this morning for its permanent facility. The school, which first opened in…
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AVANtech, LLC expands Richland County, SC, operations
December 11, 2025
$3.7 million investment will create 65 new jobs AVANTech, LLC (AVANTech), a design, engineering, and Nuclear Quality Assurance-1 (NQA-1) fabrication partner delivering advanced processing solutions and build-to-print products, today announced it…
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Two Richland One teachers among Claflin University’s outstanding leaders under 40
December 11, 2025
Two Richland One teachers are among the 40 Claflin University alumni named to the college’s 2025 Outstanding Leaders Under 40. St. Andrews Middle School math teacher Tevelyn Gaither and Columbia…
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S.C. Arts Commission designates state’s 13th cultural district in Summerville
December 11, 2025
The South Carolina Arts Commission announced that a downtown portion of Summerville was designated by its board of commissioners as the 13th South Carolina Cultural District The proposal for the…
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Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Columbia names CEO
December 11, 2025
Wayne Boutwell has been appointed chief executive officer of Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Columbia. The 96-bed inpatient rehabilitation hospital is located at 2935 Colonial Drive in Columbia, South Carolina. Boutwell…
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