LS3P’s Columbia office wins the People’s Choice Award at the 7th annual PARKing Day
September 28, 2022LS3P’s Columbia office has won the People’s Choice Award at the 7th annual PARKing Day, the day is hosted by the City of Columbia. This is the third year LS3P…
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Five South Carolina schools named 2022 National Blue Ribbon Schools
September 28, 2022
U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona today recognized 297 schools as National Blue Ribbon Schools for 2022, including five schools in South Carolina. The recognition is based on a school’s overall academic performance or progress in closing…
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Lorick Office Products celebrated its 85th anniversary September 14
September 28, 2022Midlands-area office supply company founded Labor Day 1937 Lorick Office Products celebrated 85 years of serving the office-supply needs of Columbia businesses and customers nationwide, at the company’s 910 Washington…
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NP Strategy expands presence in the Carolinas
September 28, 2022
NP Strategy (NPS+), a strategic communications firm providing crisis, media and public relations assistance, welcomes Denada Jackson to the growing team. Jackson, an award winning public relations expert with established…
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The Institute for Child Success hires policy director
September 28, 2022
The Institute for Child Success (ICS), an early childhood, nonprofit organization that uses applied policy and research to improve the outcomes of young children and their families, has brought on…
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Attorney Sarah Frierson joins Robinson Gray law firm as associate
September 28, 2022
Sarah C. Frierson has joined Robinson Gray as an associate. Her practice with the firm will focus on appellate advocacy, business and commercial litigation, administrative and regulatory litigation, and probate…
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Setting the bar
September 28, 2022Yturria becomes first Hispanic officer to hold second-highest rank in the department’s 200-plus-year history By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Richland County Sheriff’s Department (RCSD) Deputy Chief Maria Yturria became the…
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Global Flooring manufacturer Responsive Industries establishes operations in Greenville County, S.C.
September 28, 2022
Global manufacturer of PVC flooring to invest initial $10 million, add 10 jobs to establish operations Responsive Industries, a leading manufacturer of a wide range of vinyl floorings, announced plans…
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Attorney Bame joins Burnette Shutt & McDaniel
September 28, 2022
South Carolina native Annie Day Bame has joined Burnette Shutt & McDaniel. She will focus her legal practice on employment law, civil rights law, and litigation. Before joining the firm,…
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BPS CPAs names Ben Lynch partner
September 28, 2022
Bauknight Pietras & Stormer, P.A. (BPS), announced that Ben Lynch, CPA, will be elevated to the firm’s leadership team as a partner effective January 1, 2023. He now assumes strategic…
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New bus service from Columbia to 19 cities
September 27, 2022
Megabus.com, one of the largest bus companies in North America, is pleased to announce a new partnership with Southeastern Stages, a premier transportation provider in Atlanta, Georgia and the surrounding…
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The Rocky Horror Show returns to Trustus Theatre
September 27, 2022
Let’s do the Time Warp again. The Rocky Horror Show returns to the Thigpen Main Stage just in time for Halloween. Running September 30th through October 29th, this spooky, sensual…
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Clemson, UofSC to use $4.6 million award to help school districts across S.C. support students with emotional, behavioral needs
September 27, 2022
The South Carolina Department of Education Office of Special Education Services (OSES) in the Division of College and Career Readiness partnered with researchers at Clemson University and the University of…
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Richland Two Superintendent Dr. Baron R. Davis receives national award for youth program
September 27, 2022
American Heart Association school programs target whole-body wellness in support of physical and emotional health The American Heart Association’s school-based youth programs, Kids Heart Challenge™ and American Heart Challenge™, honor…
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The South Carolina Small Business Development Centers (SC SBDC) hires Jeremy Johnson as Community Navigator Business Consultant to assist marginalized small businesses
September 27, 2022
The South Carolina Small Business Development Centers (SC SBDC), the state’s premier provider of business assistance to small business owners and entrepreneurs, announced the hiring of Community Navigator Business Consultant…
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Turner Padget expands with addition of Zack Ohanesian and Carly Finkenstadt
September 27, 2022
Turner Padget announced the addition of Associate Zack B. Ohanesian to the firm’s Columbia office and Associate Carly B. Finkenstadt to the firm’s Greenville office. Ohanesian joins the Workplace Law…
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BASF hosting job fair for its Greenville and Spartanburg sites this Friday
September 27, 2022
BASF will be holding a job fair on Friday, September 30 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Embassy Suites located at 670 Verdae Boulevard, Greenville, South Carolina. On-site…
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The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society names BlueCross® BlueShield® of South Carolina as Presenting Sponsor for Columbia 2022 Light The Night event
September 27, 2022
The Georgia/South Carolina Region of The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS), a global leader in the fight against cancer, has announced that BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina has joined Columbia’s…
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Theodore B. DuBose elected as a Fellow of the American College of Bond Counsel
September 27, 2022
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. announced that Theodore B. DuBose has been elected as a Fellow of the American College of Bond Counsel. He will be formally recognized at the College’s…
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The Southern Bank announces Board of Directors
September 26, 2022
Executives from The Southern Bank announced the new board of directors: Jamin M. Hujik, Scott M. Frierson, F. Andrew Mitchell, Scott Brandon, Frank J. Cole Jr., J. Preston Conner, Dean…
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Shareholder Chris Adams receives certification as Circuit Court Mediator
September 26, 2022
Collins & Lacy Shareholder Chris Adams has been approved as a Circuit Court Mediator. As an approved neutral, Adams is certified for court appointment in cases utilizing alternative dispute resolution.…
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AAF Midlands is hosting Life After Work: Speed Networking this Wednesday
September 26, 2022
The American Advertising Federation of the Midlands is hosting Life After Work: Speed Networking on Wednesday, September 28th from 6-9pm at Publico at BullStreet District. AAF Midlands will arrange the…
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Brenda Stewart Becomes Laurens County’s Second Woman in over Half a Century to Receive South Carolina’s Highest Civilian Honor
September 26, 2022
Brenda Stewart, a resident of Clinton, SC and active community leader, has been awarded The Order of the Palmetto. This is the highest civilian honor that can be bestowed in…
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New owner acquires Advantage Services
September 26, 2022
Sunbelt Business Brokers announces the sale of Advantage Services, a commercial janitorial company in Columbia, South Carolina, to Jodi Ballington of Busy Bee’s Cleaning Solutions, LLC. The acquisition closed on…
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Attorney Lizzie Weston joins Robinson Gray law firm as an associate
September 23, 2022
Local attorney Clara Elizabeth (“Lizzie”) Weston has joined Robinson Gray as an associate. Lizzie will be working with Robinson Gray’s Business Team, which represents companies and individuals across a range…
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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis recognizes Bailey Melvin of AC Flora High School as Educator of the Month
September 23, 2022
South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis has recognized Richland County School District One’s Bailey Melvin of AC Flora High School as the South Carolina Financial Literacy Master Teacher Program’s Educator of…
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Columbia Museum of Art traveling exhibition to make hometown stop
September 23, 2022
European Splendors: Highlights from the Kress Collection opens October 1 The Columbia Museum of Art announces featured fall exhibition European Splendors: Highlights from the Kress Collection, on view Saturday, October…
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Rikard & Protopapas attorney elected to Pawmetto Lifeline Board of Trustees
September 23, 2022
Rikard & Protopapas attorney and CFO, Allyson Rikard, was recently elected to serve on Pawmetto Lifeline’s Board of Trustees. Pawmetto Lifeline is a no-kill animal shelter in the Midlands and…
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Lexington One Educational Foundation awards Fall 2022 Michelin Golden Apple Teacher Grants
September 22, 2022
The Lexington District One Educational Foundation recently awarded eight Michelin Golden Apple Teacher Grant Awards to deserving recipients in Lexington County School District One. Fall Grant awards totaled $2,000 and…
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CAMS names Rhodes and Bossert Senior VPs of Community Management
September 22, 2022
Community Association Management Services (CAMS), North and South Carolina’s premier community management company, has announced the promotions of Ben Rhodes, CMCA®, AMS® PCAM®, and Ronda Bossert, CMCA®, AMS® PCAM®, to…
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Studio 2LR, Inc. Architecture + Interiors earns a 2022 Aspire Design Merit Award
September 22, 2022
Studio 2LR, Inc., an architecture and interior design firm creating impact through transformative design, recently earned a 2022 Aspire Design Merit Award for Orangeburg County Library & Conference Center. The…
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The Law Office of Laura H. Huggins welcomes Jaclynn B. Goings to its team
September 22, 2022
The Law Office of Laura H. Huggins, LLC announces that Jaclynn B. Goings has joined the firm’s office located at 219 Columbia Avenue, Chapin, 29036. The firm assists clients with…
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The Cliffs announces hire of General Manager Nicholas Carlson, PGA
September 22, 2022
The Cliffs announced its newest General Manager, Nicholas “Nick” Carlson, who will head operations for The Cliffs at Glassy. Nick brings with him an abundance of experience in both the…
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Columbia Chamber honors David Pankau at Annual Gala
September 22, 2022
David Pankau, Chairman of the Board of Directors, BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina, named Columbia Chamber’s 2022 Ambassador of the Year. The Columbia Chamber will honor David Pankau at the Chamber’s…
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Phoenix Bass Fishing League Regional Championship set for Lake Murray
September 22, 2022The Phoenix Bass Fishing League Presented by T-H Marine’s Bulldog, Choo Choo, Gator and Piedmont divisions will finish out their 2022 season next month in Prosperity, South Carolina Oct. 6-8,…
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NAI Columbia facilitated the lease of two suites located within the Landmark Business Park
September 22, 2022
NAI Columbia Principal Jeff Hein, SIOR, successfully executed the lease of two office suites located in the Landmark Business Park to medical tenants. The first lease is 11,608 SF located…
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DDI Technology announces opening of corporate office expansion in Irmo, SC
September 22, 2022
DDI Technology,a leading electronic lien and title technology firm and a subsidiary of IAA, Inc. (NYSE: IAA), a leading global digital marketplace connecting vehicle buyers and sellers, announces the grand…
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Volvo set to invest further in South Carolina with $42 million agreement
September 22, 2022
Volvo Cars USA received initial approval earlier this week at a Greenville County Council meeting to further invest $42 million in existing South Carolina businesses that supply the company. The…
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M.G.S. LLC expanding operations in Richland County
September 22, 2022
M.G.S. LLC, a military procurement company, announced plans to expand in Richland County. The company’s $3 million investment will create 12 new jobs. Based in the United States, M.G.S. LLC…
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Transitions Homeless Center unveils art exhibit featuring client artwork at CAE
September 22, 2022The Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) welcomed back to the airport longtime nonprofit partner, Transitions Homeless Center. Each year, Transitions works alongside CAE to highlight the outstanding, artistic talents of its…
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Turn over a new leaf – give blood this fall
September 22, 2022
Donors have chance at VIP racing experience and more as new season begins COLUMBIA/SUMTER, S.C., — On the first day of fall, the American Red Cross is asking the public…
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Richland County Recreation Commission announces Tennis Center grand reopening
September 21, 2022
The Richland County Recreation Commission (RCRC) announces the RCRC Tennis Center Grand Re-Opening on Tuesday, September 27 at 10:00 AM at the Richland County Tennis Center, located at 7500 Parklane…
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David Yezbak honored with Excellence Award
September 21, 2022
The Carolinas-Virginia Business Brokers Association (CVBBA), a non-profit corporation created to unite those engaged in the sale of business opportunities in North Carolina, South Carolina and Virginia, announced top honors…
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A simple act of compassion can shift a person’s life
September 21, 2022
By Jeff Becraft Last week I talked about the Heritage Trail tour of local gas stations. This week we’ll wrap up that historical experience. (Some of the names have…
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VC3 completes acquisition of Accent Computer Solutions, California-based managed information technology services provider
September 21, 2022
COLUMBIA, SC. & RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA – VC3, a leading managed service provider serving municipalities and businesses across North America, announced the acquisition of Accent Computer Solutions, a leading managed…
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Book Event Season Is Upon Us
September 21, 2022
By Tom Poland She asked, and I told her. “What’s the writing life like?” “It’s a sentence to solitary confinement. You work in isolation for long periods, and that’s…
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Colliers Dealmakers: Recent purchases, sales, leases and investments in South Carolina
September 21, 2022
Charleston / Columbia / Greenville / Spartanburg, SC – Colliers | South Carolina announced the following recently completed commercial real estate transactions from our offices across the state: Charleston, SC…
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Flock and Rally names Merritt McNeely as Chief Executive Officer
September 21, 2022
Long-time regional business leader to serve as agency’s CEO Longtime regional business leader Merritt McNeely has been named chief executive officer (CEO) of Flock and Rally, the woman-owned integrated communications…
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Non-profit organization to celebrate entrepreneurial successes and demonstrations of excellence
September 21, 2022Strategic Entrepreneur Empowerment (S.E.E.) seeks to create an environment of like-minded individuals that are willing to share from their specific knowledge base and expertise to enlighten future leaders to explore…
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Charter Communications names Chris Winfrey President and Chief Executive Officer effective December 1
September 21, 2022
Tom Rutledge to Serve as Executive Chairman of the Company and its Board of Directors through 2023 Charter Communications, Inc. (NASDAQ: CHTR) announced that Chris Winfrey has been named President…
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