Pay for Richland deputies isn’t about politics: It’s about taking care of those who protect
November 28, 2022
By Sheriff Leon Lott – “Northern California Sheriff announces indefinite suspension of daytime patrols citing catastrophic staffing shortage. – “Philadelphia Police to allow unarmed civilian traffic officers, offer recruitment bonuses…
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Richland Two Board of Trustees to meet Tuesday, November 29, 2022
November 28, 2022
The Richland School District Two Board of Trustees will hold a regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, November 29, 2022. The board meeting will be called to order at 5:30 p.m.…
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Jackson Creek Elementary principal wins two more awards
November 28, 2022
The South Carolina Early Childhood Association (SCECA) has announced it will honor and recognize the work of Jackson Creek Elementary School principal Dr. Sabina Mosso-Taylor at its annual conference. Dr.…
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Twenty GSSM seniors recognized as semi-finalists by National Merit Scholarship Program
November 28, 2022
Twenty members of the class of 2023 from the South Carolina Governor’s School for Science and Mathematics (GSSM) were recognized as National Merit Semi-Finalists in the 2023 National Merit Scholarship…
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Harbison Theatre invites the Midlands to experience the essence of the holidays
November 28, 2022
Harbison Theatre at Midlands Technical College (HT@MTC) is ushering in the holiday season with an exciting lineup of classic traditions and modern flares. The theatre welcomes “A Christmas Carol,” presented…
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Biggest credit card balance spike in 20 years
November 28, 2022
Nov. 28 is Cyber Monday. It’s one of the busiest shopping days of the year, which means many buyers will add to their credit card debt. The impact of doing…
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Willis HR announces merger with JER HR Group
November 28, 2022
JER HR Group and Willis HR jointly announce JER HR Group’s acquisition of Willis HR in a private transaction. Willis HR is a leading HR consulting firm servicing clients in…
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United Way of the Midlands seeks participants for Blueprint for Leadership Class of 2023
November 28, 2022
United Way of the Midlands is accepting applications for Blueprint for Leadership, a comprehensive leadership and board development training program, today through December 18, 2022. Blueprint for Leadership is designed…
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School District Five educator receives statewide honor
November 28, 2022
School District Five physical education teacher, Carmen Plemmons, has received an Honor Award for 2022 by the South Carolina Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance (SCAHPERD). The Honor…
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Current and former CMA curators reflect on Kress collection
November 28, 2022
The Columbia Museum of Art presents A Conversation with Curators, a unique opportunity to learn about Renaissance and Baroque art from the experiences of two CMA curators, on Thursday, December…
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The Salvation Army of the Midlands Christmas Kickoff Event
November 22, 2022Salvation Army Major Leigh Ann Craddock; Mayor Daniel Rickenmann; Salvation Army Major Mark Craddock; W. Thomas Smith Jr.; Jonathan Gandolfo (representing JTs Automotive Group; and Tyler Baldwin (Red Kettle Campaign…
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$3.1 million in locally grown food headed to South Carolina schools
November 22, 2022
South Carolina students will be eating more food grown by local farmers as part of a partnership involving the South Carolina Department of Agriculture and the South Carolina Department of…
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City Councilwoman Aditi Bussells elected to the National League of Cities Board of Directors
November 22, 2022
Columbia City Councilwoman Aditi Bussells was elected to the National League of Cities (NLC) Board of Directors by NLC’s membership at the organization’s 2022 City Summit in Kansas City, MO. Bussells was elected to…
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USC to launch Apple iOS coding certifications for students, residents across S.C.
November 22, 2022
The University of South Carolina, in partnership with Apple Inc., is launching a free coding certification course in the Spring 2023 semester to teach Apple’s iOS language to students in…
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Philip Mullen exhibit opening reception, Dec. 2nd, 6 to 9 p.m.
November 21, 2022
On Friday, Dec. 2, from 6 to 9 p.m., Rob Shaw Framing and Gallery at 324 State Street in West Columbia will host a reception to launch a month-long exhibit…
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Johnson, Toal & Battiste, PA recognize for inclusion in U.S. News – Best Law Firms In America©
November 21, 2022
Columbia Attorney’s I.S. Leevy Johnson, Luther Battiste and George Johnson of Johnson, Toal & Battiste, PA were recently selected for inclusion in U.S. News Best Law Firms in America©. Johnson,…
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More Than Rhythm: A Black Music Series returns with Nicole Neely and The Black Exchange
November 21, 2022
Popular series turns focus to classical music The Columbia Museum of Art presents More Than Rhythm: A Black Music Series with Nicole Neely and The Black Exchange, the second concert…
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North Columbia project promotes peace with community action event series
November 21, 2022The North Columbia Youth Empowerment Initiative (NCYEI) joined Serve & Connect and its community partners to host the upcoming “Serving Up Thanks” series. The events are funded by the Byrnes…
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Richland One health and PE coordinator named president-elect of state association
November 21, 2022
Lisa Curtis, Richland One’s health and physical education coordinator, has been named president-elect of the South Carolina Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance (SCAHPERD). The announcement was made…
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The Truth Behind Thanksgiving
November 21, 2022
By Christophe Boucher Associate professor of Native American History College of Charleston Just about everyone can get behind the themes of Thanksgiving – gratitude and sharing. But those weren’t…
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Public input requested on bike share expansion
November 21, 2022
Midlands residents are asked provide their input as part of a bike share expansion study. Input can be provided through an interactive online survey and map, and comments provided will help shape the…
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City offers complimentary parking over Thanksgiving Holiday
November 21, 2022Parking Services once again is excited to support local businesses & the community by offering complimentary parking over the Thanksgiving Holiday! On-street meter operations Wednesday November 23th – enforcement until 6:00pm…
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MTC Golf Classic raises more than $75,000
November 21, 2022
The 2022 Midlands Technical College (MTC) Golf Classic saw more than 120 golfers come together to raise over $75,000 in scholarship money for veterans, current service members, and their families.…
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BenchMark Physical Therapy opens outpatient clinic in Irmo
November 21, 2022
BenchMark Physical Therapy opened an outpatient clinic today at 11107 Broad River Road, Suite T. The Ballentine clinic is open 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday, Wednesday and Friday and…
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The 2022 701 CCA Prize winner is announced
November 21, 2022
Artist Jordan Sheridan, of Columbia, has been selected as the winner of this year’s 701 Center for Contemporary Art Prize competition. The honor was announced on Tuesday evening, November 15,…
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Sheriff Lott and RCSD collecting food for WACH-FOX Share Your Holiday event
November 18, 2022
Annual food drive supports Harvest Hope Food Bank By W. Thomas Smith Jr. The Richland County Sheriff’s Department (RCSD) is once again seeking donations of non-perishable food items and other…
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A Christmas Story: The Musical arrives at Town Theatre
November 18, 2022
The show runs Nov. 25 to Dec. 18 with 7:30 PM performances Thursdays through Saturdays and 3:00 PM Sundays matinees. Nine-year-old Ralphie Parker wants nothing more for Christmas than to…
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Ahead of the holiday hustle, CAE provides travel tips for those flying this foliday season
November 17, 2022
With Thanksgiving being one of the busiest seasons for holiday travel, now exactly one week away and Christmas the following month, the Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) wants to ensure our…
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Grants available to preserve county’s history, boost conservation
November 17, 2022Grants worth thousands will soon be available for nonprofits and other groups seeking to protect and preserve the County’s rich land and historic places. Beginning Thursday, Dec. 1, nonprofits, neighborhood…
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Combined Insurance opens new regional office in South Carolina
November 17, 2022
Combined Insurance Company of America, a Chubb company and a leading North American provider of supplemental insurance sold to employees at the worksite and directly to individuals, announced today that…
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AgFirst welcomes Darrick Paul as Chief Human Resources Officer
November 17, 2022
AgFirst Farm Credit Bank welcomed new Chief Human Resources Officer Darrick Paul. Paul was selected after an extensive nationwide search and will serve on the bank’s executive management team. Paul…
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Trinity Partners represents Fresenius Medical Care in Louisville, KY
November 17, 2022
November 17, 2022, Bruce Harper, Managing Partner, and Robbie Cook, of Trinity Partners Columbia have facilitated a long-term lease on behalf of their client, Fresenius Medical Care North America, in…
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What is your definition of a champion?
November 17, 2022
By Jeff Becraft I once asked our son’s baseball coach to speak to a group of guys I was working with through Fairway Outreach. We had taken them out…
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The Cayce Police Department is accepting donations for Shop with a Cop
November 17, 2022The Cayce Police Department is accepting donations for their annual Shop with a Cop Event, December 22nd. Our goal is for each child to receive $150 to spend on Christmas…
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Rural South Carolina: Building Healthier Communities for the People Who Power America
November 17, 2022
By Dr. Saundra Glover South Carolina State Director USDA Rural Development As we celebrate National Rural Health Day this year, we are reminded that a strong community is rooted in…
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2022-23 South Carolina Annual Educator Supply & Demand Report
November 17, 2022The Center for Educator Recruitment, Retention, and Advancement (CERRA) has released its 2022-23 Annual Educator Supply and Demand Report. The report, which is attached to this email, is now a…
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Archeologists, historians unearth remarkable discovery at Camden Battlefield
November 17, 2022On November 11, the South Carolina Battleground Preservation Trust announced a significant historic discovery at the Revolutionary War Camden Battlefield. The Trust, acting on behalf of Historic Camden Foundation, contracted…
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Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd welcomes three new associates
November 16, 2022Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. announced that Alexandra “Alex” C. Glunt, Jennie J. Steiner and Rob Tiro have joined the firm. Alex Glunt is based in the Columbia office and practices…
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Colliers | South Carolina and LCK offices pledge $101,783 to United Way
November 16, 2022
Colliers and LCK staff across South Carolina participated in a “Warming Hearts” United Way campaign to raise funds, collect winter clothing and volunteer for local non-profits Charleston/Columbia/Greenville/Spartanburg, SC – Colliers…
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Nelson Mullins in Columbia welcomes James E. Smith, Jr.
November 16, 2022
Former member of the S.C. House of Representatives, combat veteran, and experienced litigator James E. Smith, Jr. has joined Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP in its Columbia, S.C. office as a…
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Sixth Annual ‘Stuff an Ambulance’ Toy Drive to benefit Richland County CASA
November 16, 2022Monday, Nov. 21 – Thursday, Dec . 5 – at EMS headquarters – 8:30 am – 5:00pm Richland County Emergency Medical Services (EMS) is once again encouraging residents to help…
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City Council Highlights | November 15, 2022
November 16, 2022Before the City Council Meeting on November 15, 2022 commenced, the City of Columbia held a press conference in Council Chambers to highlight November as Diabetes Awareness Month. District II…
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Gov. Henry McMaster and the First Family Announce the 56th Annual Governor’s Carolighting
November 15, 2022
Governor Henry McMaster and First Lady Peggy McMaster will celebrate the beginning of the holiday season with the 56th Annual Governor’s Carolighting at the South Carolina State House’s north steps,…
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Samsung hosts 6th Annual Veterans Day Luncheon
November 15, 2022
On Saturday, November 12, Samsung Electronics Home Appliances America (SEHA) hosted its Sixth Annual Veterans Day Luncheon in Newberry, reaffirming its commitment to recognize and honor the service of local…
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Carolina Lights returns Dec. 3 at the South Carolina State Fairgrounds
November 15, 2022
The S.C. State Fair presents its fourth annual holiday drive-through lights show The South Carolina State Fair welcomes the holiday season with the return of Carolina Lights, its annual downtown drive-through holiday lights…
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Advertisement of vacancies on various boards and commissions
November 15, 2022The City of Columbia is accepting applications to fill several vacancies on the following boards and commissions. Bicycle Pedestrian Advisory Committee (BPAC) Seeking to fill nine (9) vacancies. The purpose of BPAC is to advise the Mayor and City Council Members, the City of Columbia transportation planning staff; community organizations; and partners…
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City of Columbia to host December All Access Columbia Event
November 15, 2022WHO: City of Columbia Community Development Department and Office of Business Opportunities WHAT: The City of Columbia Community Development Department and Office of Business Opportunities will be hosting a Resource Fair that…
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SC Whitmore named Best Charter School in the Irmo Chapin Life for the second year in a row
November 15, 2022
Whitmore School (SCWS), a virtual public high school and member school of the SC Public Charter School District, was named the 2023 Best Charter School by the Irmo Chapin Life…
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Richland Library awarded Dominion Energy grant
November 15, 2022
$10K Grant Will Support Richland Library’s Social Justice Efforts Richland Library is the recipient of a $10,000 grant from Dominion Energy for our Let’s Talk Race programming. The grant is…
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Two district employees awarded Excellence in Equity awards
November 15, 2022
The American Consortium for Equity in Education has selected two employees of Jackson Creek Elementary School in Richland School District Two as winners in its Excellence in Equity awards program.…
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