Deion Jamison of Legacy Early College named 2023 South Carolina Teacher of the Year
May 5, 2022State Superintendent of Education Molly Spearman announced at the annual South Carolina Teacher of the Year Gala that Deion Jamison, an English teacher at Legacy Early College with the South…
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CIU’s new Kepha Institute educating and developing leaders around the globe
May 5, 2022International students now have an online option for higher education that is committed to developing caring, dedicated and competent community leaders around the globe, primarily those in the developing world.…
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Lexington District One’s Debra L. Huggins announces retirement
May 5, 2022
Lexington County School District One Enterprise Information Technology Officer Debra L. Huggins announces her retirement, effective June 30, 2022. She has spent the past nine years in Lexington District One,…
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Apartments leasing at 1813 Main Street in renovated Klondike Building
May 5, 2022
Cason Development Group and Cohn Corporation are nearing completion of 28 market rate apartments in the renovated Klondike Building at 1813 Main St. in downtown Columbia. The apartments are expected…
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The process of growth
May 5, 2022
Our front yard is high-maintenance, high-water, have-to-mow-more-than-usual Bermuda grass. Each year, it is usually a process of transitioning from dormant brown through the winter to green in the spring. This year,…
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City leaders praise forthcoming South Carolina 7 expedition
May 4, 2022Four mayors, others, gather at Riverfront Canal Park to announce month-long trek across the Palmetto State By W. Thomas Smith Jr. The mayors of Columbia, Cayce, West Columbia, and Camden…
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Jekyll & Hyde: The Musical to close Town Theatre’s 102nd season
May 4, 2022
The epic battle between good and evil takes to the stage in the closing show of Town’s 102nd season, Jekyll & Hyde: The Musical. Based on Robert Louis Stevenson’s classic…
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Cayce hires new Assistant City Manager, Michael Conley
May 4, 2022
The City of Cayce hires new Assistant City Manager, Michael Conley. Conley, a Kershaw, SC native, starts his new role May 12. He will be joining the Cayce City Administrative…
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Midlands Gives breaks record, raises $3.73 million for hundreds of local nonprofits
May 4, 2022
Hosted by Central Carolina Community Foundation, day of giving supports 540 nonprofits Midlands Gives Day, the annual 18-hour, online giving challenge hosted by Central Carolina Community Foundation, raised a record-breaking $3,734,986…
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Chief Operations Officer Jeff Salters announces retirement
May 4, 2022
Lexington County School District One Superintendent Greg Little, Ed.D., announces that Jeffrey S. Salters, the district’s chief operations officer, plans to retire effective September 8, 2022. Of his retirement, Dr.…
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Biden Administration awards nearly $77 million to expand internet access for dozens of tribes
May 4, 2022
Today, the Department of Commerce’s National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) announced that it has awarded 19 grants as part of the Tribal Broadband Connectivity Program. Andy Berke, NTIA’s Special…
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City of Columbia’s Small Business Week Celebration
May 4, 2022The City of Columbia’s Office of Business Opportunities to hold the 2022 Small Business Week Celebration on Thursday, May 5, 2022 from 11:00 am – 2 pm at the Medallion…
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Attorney General Alan Wilson secures over $2 million for consumers deceived by TurboTax
May 4, 2022
AG Wilson Joins All 50 States in Agreement with TurboTax Owner Intuit for Deceiving Low-Income Americans into Paying for Free Tax Services Attorney General Alan Wilson today secured over $2…
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CIU’s new Kepha Institute educating and developing leaders around the globe
May 4, 2022
International students now have an online option for higher education that is committed to developing caring, dedicated and competent community leaders around the globe, primarily those in the developing world.…
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Richland County tax preparer arrested on charges of preparing false tax returns
May 4, 2022
South Carolina Department of Revenue (SCDOR) agents today arrested a Columbia tax preparer and charged her with 19 counts of willfully making or assisting in false or fraudulent returns. Shervonne…
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FPA hosts ribbon-cutting for Botánica de Santee
May 4, 2022
Navy Veteran and Connecticut Native Opens Latinx-Inspired Boutique in Five Points The Five Points Association, along with the City of Columbia’s Economic Development Office and Office of Business Opportunities, hosted…
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Central Carolina Community Foundation’s ninth annual Midlands Gives Day returns on Tuesday, May 3
May 3, 2022
Invest for impact by supporting 546 local nonprofits on this 18-hour virtual day of giving Central Carolina Community Foundation is rallying the community to support 546 local nonprofits on Midlands…
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“Making It Grow” remembers longtime friend during special episode
May 3, 2022
Program honors and celebrates the legacy of Tony Melton during “A Tribute to Tony Melton” On April 26, a special episode of the South Carolina ETV (SCETV) series Making It…
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Travel and Tourism Week celebrates South Carolina’s robust tourism industry and the people who fuel it
May 3, 2022
Gov. Henry McMaster proclaimed May 1-7, 2022 is Travel and Tourism Week in South Carolina. This announcement aligns with the nationwide celebration of National Travel and Tourism Week (NTTW), which spotlights the…
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John Whetstone named GMK’s Director of Operations
May 2, 2022
Based on his 22 years of service to the firm and his expanded involvement in GMK’s operational functions, Mr. John Whetstone has been named to the newly created position of…
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Midlands leaders discuss rail elimination and alignment
May 2, 2022Midlands leaders gathered today for a press conference focused on rail elimination and alignment. Local officials who supported the press conference included representatives from the SC Senate, SC House of…
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Colliers Report: Class B space is available until Class A space delivers
May 2, 2022
Commercial Real Estate Research & Forecast Report Q1 2022 Columbia Industrial Market Highlights The Columbia industrial market vacancy rate dropped from 4.62% during the first quarter of 2021 to 4.10%…
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Shanel Matthews joins LCK as Project Coordinator
May 2, 2022
LCK welcomes Shanel Matthews as its newest member of the Columbia team of project management professionals. As Project Coordinator, Matthews brings to LCK a unique background in administration and social…
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DHEC breaks ground on Community Demonstration Garden
May 2, 2022The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) held a groundbreaking ceremony today, April 29, for its new Community Demonstration Garden project. The garden is the vision of the Bureau…
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NHE again named as one of the Top 5 Workplaces in South Carolina
May 2, 2022
NHE has been honored as one of the top five large employers for the second straight year according to South Carolina’s Top Workplaces of 2022. The honor was awarded to…
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Utilizing the 0% Tax Rate on Long-Term Capital Gains
May 1, 2022
By Carolyn Stewart Even if the holidays have passed, it’s never too early or too late to start thinking about what gifts you can give to your loved ones. While…
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Barnes Alford attorneys recognized in 2022 edition of “South Carolina Super Lawyers”
May 1, 2022
Barnes Alford attorneys Weldon R. Johnson, David G. Wolff, Kay Gaffney Crowe, Alan J. Reyner, Robert T. Strickland, Curtis W. Dowling, Matthew G. Gerrald, Emily Collins Brown, and Jeffrey D.…
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Babcock, Paavola listed in new edition of “Super Lawyers”
May 1, 2022
Keith Babcock and David Paavola are again listed in “South Carolina Super Lawyers,” a national guide to the nation’s leading attorneys. Babcock, a founding member of the law firm, is…
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Four attorneys with Callison Tighe & Robinson named as Super Lawyers
May 1, 2022
Four Callison Tighe & Robinson attorneys have been recognized by South Carolina Super Lawyers® for 2022. They are Michael W. Tighe, Richard C. Detwiler, Demetri “Jim” Koutrakos, and Wm. Bert…
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Two Morton & Gettys attorneys included in new edition of Super Lawyers
May 1, 2022
Two attorneys at Morton & Gettys, Bev Carroll and Nate Pierce, are listed in the latest edition of “South Carolina Super Lawyers.” Carroll, a certified specialist in employment law, has…
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Four Richardson Thomas attorneys recognized by Super Lawyers for 2022
May 1, 2022
Three Richardson Thomas attorneys have been included in the 2022 edition of South Carolina Super Lawyers, a national guide to the nation’s top attorneys. Another has been selected to the…
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Nine at Robinson Gray named to SC Super Lawyers list, with two making Top Ten
May 1, 2022
Robinson Gray announced that nine of its attorneys have again been named 2022 South Carolina Super Lawyers®, with two of them making the Top Ten list. Three additional lawyers from…
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Four from Burnette Shutt & McDaniel included in new Super Lawyers
May 1, 2022
Four employment law attorneys from Burnette Shutt & McDaniel are included in the just-released 2022 edition of “Super Lawyers,” a national directory of the country’s top attorneys. The four also…
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Should iBuyers Be Part of Your Investment Strategy?
May 1, 2022
By Robert Parsley Real estate investment trends show that more and more people are turning to iBuyers to expedite the home selling process because this is a faster, simpler method…
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First-ever “Carolina Shout Festival” comes to Harbison Theatre at MTC; Outdoor show with food, drinks, and fun on May 7
May 1, 2022
Harbison Theatre at Midlands Technical College announced the inaugural Carolina Shout Festival. The show on May 7 at 3:00pm will be produced by Reggie Sullivan. It will feature area artists…
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American Bar Association, SC Bar recognize top volunteers for SC Free Legal Answers
May 1, 2022Five South Carolina attorneys and two law firms were recently recognized by the American Bar Association Standing Committee on Pro Bono and Public Service for their outstanding contributions to Free…
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Shanel Matthews joins LCK as Project Coordinator
May 1, 2022
LCK welcomes Shanel Matthews as its newest member of the Columbia team of project management professionals. As Project Coordinator, Matthews brings to LCK a unique background in administration and social…
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Department of Commerce applauds historic signing of Declaration for the Future of Internet
May 1, 2022
Today, the U.S. Department of Commerce and the Biden-Harris Administration joined 60 global partners in launching The Declaration for the Future of the Internet, recommitting to the vision of the global…
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Treasury announces plans to deploy $300 million in technical assistance through the State Small Business Credit Initiative
May 1, 2022
The $300 million of technical assistance includes $100 million for the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Minority Business Development Agency to provide technical assistance to underserved entrepreneurs seeking greater access to…
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Nexsen Pruet attorney Marguerite Willis wins 2021 Golden Pen Award
May 1, 2022
Nexsen Pruet announced that attorney Marguerite Willis has been recognized as a winner of the 2021 Golden Pen Award, presented by The Post and Courier. Willis received the award for…
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Soda City Certified mobile app to sponsor Vista scavenger hunt in COR’s Crash Course Columbia
May 1, 2022
Columbia’s only mobile app to connect local restaurants, businesses & events expands services Soda City Certified® (SCC), Columbia’s only mobile application that aims to help residents and visitors explore the Midlands…
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Richland Two’s music education program receives national recognition for fourth straight year
May 1, 2022
Richland School District Two is one of the Best Communities for Music Education. Richland Two Coordinator of Fine Arts, Dr. Wendy Campbell says the NAMM Foundation is recognizing Richland Two for…
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Tax Modernization Committee to hear public comments regarding property tax rates on commercial property, apartment and rental homes at May 3rd meeting
May 1, 2022The Columbia Tax Modernization Committee is encouraging business owners, developers, owners of commercial property and owners of rentals and apartments to attend. On May 3, 2022 at 10 a.m., City…
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IABC/SC announces 2022 board of directors
April 30, 2022The South Carolina chapter of the International Association of Business Communicators (IABC/SC) announces its new board of directors for 2022. Eight communications professionals from around the Midlands will lead the…
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Nineteen Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd attorneys recognized in 2022 South Carolina Super Lawyers
April 29, 2022
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. announced that nineteen attorneys have been listed in the 2022 edition of South Carolina Super Lawyers®, including seven attorneys who were named as “Rising Stars.” HSB…
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Workforce gaming apps company Skillsgapp adds Montgomery as People Engagement & Experience Manager
April 29, 2022
Soft skills and middle-skills gaming app company skillsgapp has hired Jennie Montgomery as its People Engagement & Experience Manager. The new position acts as a liaison to help youth (middle-…
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MTC recognized with Impact Award for Workforce Development
April 29, 2022
On April 28, the Columbia Chamber of Commerce announced that Midlands Technical College is the winner of the 2022 Workforce Development Award. “The Impact Award for Workforce Development honors partners…
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Central Carolina Community Foundation grants $366,704 to 12 South Carolina nonprofits to launch community improvement projects
April 29, 2022
Central Carolina Community Foundation, the Midlands’ leader in collaborative philanthropy, has awarded Connected Communities grants totaling $366,704 to 12 nonprofit organizations. The organizations will launch projects that improve the quality…
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Disabilities group files lawsuit regarding inhumane conditions at Alvin S. Glenn Detention Center
April 29, 2022
A group that advocates for the rights of people with disabilities in South Carolina filed a federal lawsuit Thursday against Richland County regarding brutal, inhumane and unconstitutional conditions at the…
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Ken Corning honored with Limitless Impact Award
April 29, 2022
Ken Corning is this year’s Limitless Impact Award recipient presented by Limitless Purpose, a statewide nonprofit organization working to help all children reach their limitless potential regardless of any disability…
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