SC Optometric Physicians Association offers scholarship to future doctors of optometry
May 19, 2026
The South Carolina Optometric Physicians Association (SCOPA) announced that applications are now open for the 2026 Student Scholarship Program, which supports South Carolina students pursuing careers as Doctors of Optometry.…
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Molly Campolong named Chair of Meritas’ Emerging Leaders Advisory Board
May 19, 2026
Molly Campolong, a member at Robinson Gray Stepp & Laffite, has been appointed Chair of the Emerging Leaders Advisory Board of Meritas. Meritas is an invitation-only alliance of business law…
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Announcing the 2027 class of Liberty Fellows
May 19, 2026
21 South Carolinians commit to driving increased impact & embracing civil discourse Liberty Fellowship announced the incoming 2027 Class of Liberty Fellows. Since 2003, the network of more than 350…
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Venture X Downtown Columbia launches “The Exchange” — a new private business club for Columbia’s professionals, entrepreneurs, and executives
May 19, 2026
Venture X Downtown Columbia Launches “The Exchange” — A New Private Business Club for Columbia’s Professionals, Entrepreneurs, and Executives Venture X Downtown Columbia announced the official launch of The Exchange,…
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LS3P’s Columbia office recognizes outstanding team members
May 19, 2026
LS3P congratulates two Columbia team members who were recently recognized for exemplary efforts. Senior Interior Designer Beth Florence, IIDA, NCIDQ, EDAC was recognized as an Associate Principal. Florence brings expertise…
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South Carolina Public Charter School District celebrates 20th anniversary
May 19, 2026
The South Carolina Public Charter School District (PCSD) celebrates its 20th anniversary, marking two decades of expanding educational opportunity, innovation, and school choice for families across South Carolina. Created by…
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South Carolina Afterschool Alliance launches “Healthy Futures Afterschool” initiative to support youth well-being and prevention
May 19, 2026
The South Carolina Afterschool Alliance (SCAA) has launched Healthy Futures Afterschool, an initiative designed to strengthen youth well-being and prevent substance misuse by equipping afterschool programs, staff, and families with…
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Chernoff Newman earns multiple honors at 2025 SCPRSA Mercury Awards
May 19, 2026
Chernoff Newman garnered multiple honors at the South Carolina Public Relations Society of America (SCPRSA) Mercury Awards, held April 15, 2026, at Segra Park in Columbia. The Mercury Awards celebrate…
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Mast Store celebrates 15 years in downtown Columbia
May 19, 2026
Monday, May 25, is a red-letter day for the Mast General Store in Downtown Columbia. The day marks the company’s 15th anniversary along the capital city’s main street. To celebrate,…
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Cameron Everett named Community Management Training Specialist
May 19, 2026
Community Association Management Services (CAMS) announced that Cameron Everett has taken on the role of Community Management Training Specialist. His primary responsibilities in this role include guiding and supporting new…
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Historic Columbia announces 2026 Preservation Award winners
May 19, 2026
Awards honor individuals and projects for design and preservation accomplishments Historic Columbia announced the recipients of its 2026 Preservation Awards, an annual program held in conjunction with Preservation Month that honors outstanding…
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Two Richland One seniors awarded National Technical Honor Society scholarship
May 19, 2026
Two Richland One seniors have been awarded the National Technical Honor Society’s (NTHS) Jon H. Poteat Scholarship. Richland One Middle College senior Rylee Bell and Dreher High School senior Jaylah…
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South Carolina ETV announces season 2 of acclaimed literary series, Books by the River
May 19, 2026
South Carolina ETV and Public Radio (SCETV) announced the return of its nationally distributed, Emmy-nominated literary series Books By The River. The new season premiered locally on ETV on May…
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Lexington One names 2026–27 school-level teachers of the year
May 19, 2026
Lexington County School District One’s 32 schools recently selected one certified educator to represent them in the district’s 2026–27 Teacher of the Year selection process. The newest class of Lexington…
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Historic Columbia announces 2026 preservation award winners
May 19, 2026
Awards honor individuals and projects for design and preservation accomplishments Historic Columbia announced the recipients of its 2026 Preservation Awards, an annual program held in conjunction with Preservation Month that honors…
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South Carolina ETV receives five Southeast Emmy® Awards
May 18, 2026
South Carolina ETV (SCETV) received five Emmy® Awards from the Regional Southeast Chapter of the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (NATAS) at the 2026 Southeast Regional Emmy® Awards held…
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No Name Deli ribbon cutting
May 18, 2026
Beloved Columbia deli officially celebrates its relocated downtown home while continuing the same fast, familiar service customers know and love — same menu, same staff, new address. No Name Deli…
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Central Carolina Community Foundation launches resident survey to inform regional community assessment
May 18, 2026
Central Carolina Community Foundation has launched a region-wide survey to hear directly from Midlands residents about the issues, opportunities, and challenges shaping their communities. The survey is part of a…
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NextEra Energy and Dominion Energy to combine
May 18, 2026NextEra Energy, Inc. (NYSE: NEE) and Dominion Energy, Inc. (NYSE: D) announced that they have entered into a definitive agreement to combine in an all-stock transaction. Dominion Energy shareholders…
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Midlands Technical College Police Department equips all 15 patrol cars with connected AEDs to strengthen campus emergency response
May 18, 2026
This spring, the Midlands Technical College Police Department (MTCPD) purchased and installed 15 new automated external defibrillators (AEDs) from Avive for all patrol cars. The Avive Connect AED automatically alerts 911 when deployed and transmits real-time incident data, giving MTCPD officers a direct line between the…
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Ellison Kibler ranked #18 nationwide on the Barron’s “Top 250 Private Wealth Management Teams” 2026 list
May 18, 2026
Ellison Kibler announced that the firm has been ranked #18 in the nation on the Barron’s “Top 250 Private Wealth Management Teams” 2026 list, published on May 8, 2026. Rankings…
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Lewis Babcock founder honored in “Super Lawyers”
May 18, 2026
Lewis Babcock co-founder Keith Babcock again is honored in “Super Lawyers,” a national directory that aims to identify outstanding attorneys across the country. This marks the 19th year Babcock has…
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SIOS Technology announces reseller partnership with Vaske
May 18, 2026
Vaske customers will gain access to advanced high availability solutions to ensure continuous operation of mission-critical applications across complex enterprise environments SIOS Technology Corp., a leading provider of application high…
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As boating season kicks off, state law and common sense demand safety on the water
May 18, 2026
National Safe Boating Week, May 16-22, serves as a timely reminder before Memorial Day weekend With Memorial Day weekend approaching and South Carolina’s lakes, rivers, and coastal waters filling up…
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South Carolina law now protects farmers’ roadside markets from commercial zoning, regulation
May 18, 2026
South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster signed legislation into law May 15 that gives the state’s farmers new protections for roadside markets, shielding them from commercial zoning requirements and regulations that…
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Notice of Public Meeting: Shady Grove Apartment Development
May 15, 2026
The Irmo Planning Commission invites all residents to a public Q&A session regarding the proposed Shady Grove apartment complex. The developer, American Community Developers, Inc., will be present to share project details and…
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Richland County Sheriff’s Department to host 250 bench press challenge
May 14, 2026
Late June-early July fitness event will celebrate America’s 250th birthday By W. Thomas Smith Jr. The Richland County Sheriff’s Department (RCSD) is celebrating America’s 250th birthday with RCSD’s 250-LBS BENCH…
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FEMA approves more than $1.2 billion to support recovery in seven southeastern states
May 14, 2026
FEMA recently approved more than $1.2 billion in funding to support recovery in Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina and Tennessee. This includes $1.1 billion to reimburse for…
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Summerville caregiver is among 7 honorees nationwide redefining what life after stroke can look like
May 14, 2026
Through the Stroke Hero Awards, the American Stroke Association highlights the powerful stories of survivors of stroke, caregivers and community champions Stroke is a leading cause of serious, long-term disability…
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Harbor Logistics announces two transportation and supply chain executive hires
May 14, 2026
Harbor Logistics has announced the addition of two experienced logistics and transportation professionals to its leadership team with the hiring of Park Williams as Senior Vice President of Sales and…
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Palmetto Citizens’ new headquarters marks transformational investment in downtown Columbia
May 14, 2026On Thursday, May 14, community leaders and media members got a sneak peek inside the progress of the credit union’s new headquarters project at the corner of Sumter and…
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Pyramid Contracting breaks ground on The Vault in Greenville, SC
May 14, 2026
Pyramid Contracting announced the start of construction on The Vault in Greenville, South Carolina, where our team is serving as the General Contractor for this unique new development. The Vault…
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Richland One Chief Operations Officer named South Carolina District-Level Administrator of the Year
May 14, 2026
Bob Grant, Richland One’s chief operations officer, has been named the 2026-2027 South Carolina District-Level Administrator of the Year by the South Carolina Association of School Administrators (SCASA). PHOTO: Bob…
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Inaugural Colonial Life Charity Classic tees off today in Columbia
May 14, 2026
Korn Ferry Tour Event Brings World-Class Golf, Live Music, and Family-Friendly Entertainment to the Midlands The inaugural Colonial Life Charity Classic officially begins today, welcoming the future stars of the…
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Out there for the right reasons
May 14, 2026
By Jeff Becraft The other week, I was down with some other people on the State House grounds and we were passing out some information about Our Place of…
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City of Columbia Community Development Department to host a homebuyer workshop – June 18
May 14, 2026
Your path to homeownership starts here! This will be a one-stop homebuyer workshop where attendees can learn, ask questions, and connect directly with industry professionals who guide them through every…
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Colliers expands tenant mix at Palmetto Plaza with lease to Bougie Kids Consignment
May 14, 2026
Colliers | South Carolina’s Zach Lundberg represented the landlord, Palmetto Plaza Associates, in the lease of 2,550 square feet of retail space to Bougie Kids Consignment at Palmetto Plaza in…
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Richland One to hold summer career fair June 4
May 14, 2026
Richland One is looking for more exceptional teachers and classified employees to join the district’s team for the 2026-2027 school year. Richland One’s Summer Career Fair will be held Thursday, June 4…
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City of Columbia to host 5th annual Police, Parks, & Pedals community bicycle event
May 14, 2026
The Columbia Police Foundation & Columbia Parks & Recreation Foundation to honor District 1 elementary school students during the event The Columbia Police Foundation and the Columbia Parks & Recreation Foundation…
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Midlands Technical College holds graduation for BOOM construction training program
May 13, 2026Midlands Technical College (MTC) held a graduation ceremony on May 7, 2026, for the Building Occupational Opportunities in the Midlands (BOOM) program. This year, nine students graduated with a 15-hour…
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A Striped Bass & An Oak
May 13, 2026
By Tom Poland Though my hair was chestnut brown, I was green, a young writer hoping to create something memorable. I needed inspiration and I found it in a…
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Military can visit Relic Room free again this summer, thanks to Blue Star
May 13, 2026
Once again, the South Carolina Confederate Relic Room and Military Museum is proud to participate in the Blue Star Museums initiative, which provides free admission to current military personnel and…
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Jenn Scuteri of Revolutionary War Visitors Center named 2026 Olde English District Hospitality Employee of the Year
May 13, 2026
The Olde English District Tourism Commission (OED) announced that Jenn Scuteri, Welcome Center Information Specialist at the Revolutionary War Visitors Center, has been distinguished as the 2026 Olde English District…
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South Carolina Pediatric Alliance launches new website to better connect families, physicians, and communities
May 13, 2026
The South Carolina Pediatric Alliance (SCPA) announced the official launch of its newly redesigned website, SCPediatricAlliance.com, created to provide a more engaging, accessible, and informative online experience for families looking…
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Dick Goodwin Big Band performs “Broadway and Beyond” at the Arts Center of Kershaw County on May 28
May 12, 2026
The Arts Center of Kershaw County welcomed the renowned Dick Goodwin Big Band for a thrilling evening of live jazz on Wednesday, May 28, at 7:30 PM – bringing one…
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Colliers announces new operations and accounting hires in Columbia office
May 12, 2026
Colliers | South Carolina announced three new hires in its Columbia office: Lauren Hinrichs, Senior Business Operations Analyst; Jacob Reese, CPA, Senior Property Accountant; and Tanner Odom, Property Accountant. They…
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National Police Week means much to the families of those lost
May 12, 2026
Sheriff Lott: “We will never forget those we’ve lost, nor their loved ones” By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Throngs of law enforcement officers (including sheriffs and police chiefs), state legislators,…
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Presbyterian College celebrates resilience, service, and creation during 143rd commencement
May 12, 2026
Class of 2026 urged to build meaningful lives through service, courage, and community Beneath gray spring skies and the stirring sound of bagpipes echoing across Vance Plaza, graduates of Presbyterian College crossed…
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National Prevention Week: Prevention Starts at Home and in the Community
May 12, 2026
National Prevention Week, observed May 10–16, highlights the importance of preventing substance misuse before it starts. The South Carolina Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities’ Office of Substance Use…
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CPI for all items rises 0.6% in April; shelter and gasoline up
May 12, 2026
The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) increased 0.6 percent on a seasonally adjusted basis in April, after rising 0.9 percent in March, according to the U.S. Bureau…
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