Tax season opens today
January 24, 2022
Filing online and choosing direct deposit is safe, fast, and accurate The South Carolina Department of Revenue (SCDOR) and the IRS begin accepting Individual Income Tax returns today, January 24, 2022. The…
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The City of Columbia partners with SC DHEC to offer free COVID-19 vaccinations
January 24, 2022As coronavirus cases rise, the City of Columbia is urging citizens to get vaccinated and is offering several free vaccine clinics. The City of Columbia is partnering SC DHEC to host FREE COVID-19…
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Mentoring service empowers Richland One students to win at life
January 24, 2022
It was his rearing as the son of pastors who attended to the needs of others in various ways which began Kelly Simmons, III’s narrative of servant leadership. An essay…
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Urban Land Institute South Carolina to hold Carolinas Meeting in Columbia
January 24, 2022
ULI South Carolina announced that the 2022 Carolinas Meeting will be held in Columbia, South Carolina, February 24 – 25 at the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center. Co-hosted by ULI Charlotte,…
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SC Women in Leadership announces public launch of MatchBoard.tech
January 24, 2022
Web-based App Improves Accessibility to Appointed Public Boards and Commissions In a press conference on Monday, South Carolina Women in Leadership announces the public launch of MatchBoard, a new statewide…
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S.C. Commerce Office of Innovation announces grant awards
January 24, 2022
10 organizations across the state receive funds to support innovation and entrepreneurship The South Carolina Department of Commerce Office of Innovation today announced its 2022 Relentless Challenge grant recipients, totaling…
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Mentoring service empowers Richland One students to win at life
January 24, 2022
It was his rearing as the son of pastors who attended to the needs of others in various ways which began Kelly Simmons, III’s narrative of servant leadership. An essay…
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The Strudel Shop to host grand opening and ribbon cutting ceremony
January 24, 2022The City of Columbia announced that The Strudel Shop will open in the Main Street District with a Grand Opening Ceremony to be held on Thursday, January 27 at 12…
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Richardson Thomas gives $100,000 to Burn Foundation in Augusta
January 24, 2022Richardson Thomas, which has represented many burn victims treated by the Joseph M. Still Burn Center in Augusta, has made a gift of $100,000 to the foundation that supports patients…
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John Maxwell Leadership Forum returns to CIU
January 24, 2022
Influential leadership expert Dr. John Maxwell returns to Columbia International University on March 22 for his fifth Leadership Forum in the Midlands of South Carolina. The event takes place from…
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Columbia Animal Services to hold adoption special in February 7 thru 14
January 24, 2022
This Valentine’s Day, you can celebrate by bringing home a furry friend from Columbia Animal Services! From February 7-14, Columbia Animal Services is holding an adoption special! All pet adoptions…
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The Red Velvet Cake War
January 22, 2022
Mix three cups of family drama, two tablespoons of zaniness, a pinch of summer heat & what do you get? The Red Velvet Cake War at Town Theatre! Any way…
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Experience Columbia SC debuts 2022 ambassadors
January 21, 2022
Experience Columbia SC announced the new group of ambassadors for 2022 yesterday in conjunction with the launch of this year’s Columbia SC Insider’s Guide publication. The Columbia SC ambassador program,…
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Timberlake Marina for sale – 286 Timberlake Drive, Chapin, SC 29036
January 21, 2022Timberlake Marina is a 199 slip marina situated on beautiful Lake Murray in Chapin, South Carolina. Chapin is known to be the “Capital of Lake Murray”. Timberlake Marina underwent extensive…
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Tom Bates appointed President of Stokes-Farnham Insurance Agency, returns to home town of Travelers Rest
January 21, 2022
Insurance industry veteran Tom Bates has been appointed President of the independent Stokes-Farnham Insurance Agency, returning to his birthplace of Travelers Rest, South Carolina. Beginning with Atlanta-based Crawford and Company…
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Governor McMaster delivers the 2022 State of the State address
January 20, 2022
Governor Henry McMaster delivered his fifth State of the State address to state senators and representatives at the Statehouse on Wednesday, January 19th. Here is his speech in its entirety…
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Remembering Smokehouses
January 20, 2022
By Tom Poland I wrote about old hand-dug wells not long ago. Many old wells had a companion nearby, smokehouses. I’ve written about these farm icons before, but a…
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Home Works to host first annual Hammer Classic Sporting Clays Fundraiser
January 20, 2022
Thursday April 21, South Carolina nonprofit Home Works will host its First Annual Hammer Classic, a sporting clays fundraiser benefiting their mission of compassionate construction. DETAILS: Thursday April 21, 2022…
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Becky Laffitte named to National Academy of Distinguished Neutrals
January 20, 2022
Becky Laffitte, a member of Robinson Gray Stepp & Laffitte law firm, has been inducted into the National Academy of Distinguished Neutrals (NADN). Formed in 2008, the NADN is a…
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Turner Padget grows Creditors’ Rights & Bankruptcy practice in Columbia
January 20, 2022
Turner Padget announced the addition of John Kelchner, of counsel, to the Litigation practice group in Columbia. Kelchner will support the Creditors’ Rights & Bankruptcy team when clients are faced…
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SC Office of Rural Health CEO Graham Adams wins Order of the Palmetto
January 20, 2022
Graham Adams, PhD, chief executive officer for the South Carolina Office of Rural Health (SCORH), has been awarded the Order of the Palmetto. The Order of the Palmetto is South…
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Richland County Bar announces leadership for 2022
January 20, 2022
The Richland County Bar Association (RCBA) has announced its new leadership for 2022 following formal confirmation at the association’s December 2021 meeting. The RCBA is one of the largest county bars in…
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Sisters of Charity Foundation of SC announces promotion; new hire
January 20, 2022
The Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina (SCFSC) today announced a promotion as well as the addition of a new team member. Chynna A. Philips has been promoted to…
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New works by Rob Shaw featured in month-long gallery exhibit opening February 4
January 19, 2022
On Friday, February 4, from 6 to 9 p.m., Rob Shaw Framing and Gallery will host an opening reception for a month-long exhibit of new works by artist and gallery…
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County adds meeting to collect input on proposed redistricting
January 19, 2022
Councilmember Gretchen Barron, state Sen. John Scott will take part in District 7-focused event Richland County will hold an additional meeting to allow residents to provide feedback on proposed redistricting…
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Lexington District One, Univ. of South Carolina create dual enrollment program
January 19, 2022
Lexington County School District One and the University of South Carolina’s Office of Economic Engagement launches a new partnership, creating a new dual enrollment experience for high school students interested…
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South Arts Southern Prize & State Fellows 2021
January 19, 2022
An exhibition series that in 2019 originated at 701 Center for Contemporary Art in Columbia, S.C., and is rapidly becoming the most important annual show of contemporary art made in…
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South Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association to host its 69th Annual Stars of the Hospitality Industry Awards
January 19, 2022
The South Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association (SCRLA) will host its 69th Annual Stars of South Carolina Hospitality Awards on Monday, February 21 at 1881 Event Hall in Spartanburg. The…
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Carlisle Associates adds two new hires to the growing organization
January 19, 2022
Carlisle Associates announced the addition of two new hires to their growing organization–Master of Library Science, Callie Smith and Civil Engineer, Wesley Harrison. “Despite these uncertain times, we are continuing…
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Weston, Inc. acquires 3240 Brittain Drive in Newberry, SC
January 19, 2022
Colliers to handle leasing, marketing and property management; LCK to handle project management for building improvements Weston, Inc., an Ohio-based industrial real estate owner, has acquired a vacant 182,160-square-foot industrial…
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Premier Medical Laboratory Services response to DHEC testing delays
January 19, 2022
By Kevin Murdock Chief Executive Officer Premier Medical Laboratory Services Premier Medical Laboratory Services has worked with DHEC throughout the pandemic to deliver test results to South Carolinians in a…
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County adds meeting to collect input on proposed redistricting
January 19, 2022Councilmember Gretchen Barron, state Sen. John Scott will take part in District 7-focused event Richland County will hold an additional meeting to allow residents to provide feedback on proposed redistricting…
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The Richland County Recreation Commission (RCRC) and the Richland County Sheriff’s Department announce the Gang Awareness Hoop Fest
January 19, 2022
The Richland County Recreation Commission (RCRC) and the Richland County Sheriff’s Department announce the Gang Awareness Hoop Fest starting January 22 at 4 pm at Eastover Park. This free event,…
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Kostwein establishes U.S. operations, creates jobs in Greenville County, S.C.
January 19, 2022
Kostwein, a high-tech machine manufacturer, today announced plans to establish operations in Greenville County. The $8.5 million investment will create 95 new jobs. Founded in 1921 and headquartered in Austria,…
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2022 Cottontown Art Crawl returns in March
January 19, 2022
CARTER REALTORS is proud to support the fourth annual Cottontown Art Crawl as a Gold Level sponsor. During this safe, totally outdoor event, visitors can stroll the beautiful, historic Cottontown…
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More SC families say “YES” to organ donation in 2021 than any previous year
January 19, 2022
479 lives saved, 45,000 lives healed by SC donors During unprecedented times, South Carolinians find the courage to give. On their darkest day after learning of the loss of a…
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Teri Leigh Teed’s fine art photography featured by SCIWAY.net
January 19, 2022Teri Leigh Teed’s fine art photograph of the mill pond at Goodale State Park at sunset is featured on the homepage of the SCIWAY.net website for the week of January…
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Deanna White joins Interim HealthCare as Home Health and Hospice Liaison for Midlands location
January 19, 2022
Interim HealthCare, a leading area provider of home health care, hospice, and personal care services in South Carolina, recently welcomed Deanna White as the Home Health and Hospice Liaison for…
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Blane Brooks joins FinTrust Capital Advisors as Director of Advisor Support Group
January 19, 2022
FinTrust Capital Advisors is pleased to announce that Blane Brooks has joined the Company’s senior management team. His focus will be in providing support to the Company’s financial advisors, assisting…
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Richland County attracts $359.6 million in investment, second-highest level ever
January 19, 2022
Richland County achieved its second-highest level of capital investment in 2021 — attracting $359.6 million for plans that included a new brewery, development of industrial parks, expansion efforts by BlueCross…
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First Reliance Bank promotes two senior leaders
January 19, 2022
First Reliance Bank announced Blake Dressler has been promoted to Charleston Market President and Frank Bullard to lead Corporate Community Relations across the bank’s South Carolina and North Carolina footprint.…
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Jane Downey, MBM Partner, named to leading U.S. Bankruptcy and Restructuring Lawyers listing
January 18, 2022
Jane H. Downey, Partner at Moore Bradley Myers (MBM), has been named as one of the 2022 500 Leading U.S. Bankruptcy and Restructuring Lawyers. Downey is selected as one of…
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GMK adds three professionals to design-build and engineering divisions
January 18, 2022
GMK Associates, Inc., announced that Law Powers and Jimmy Yonce have joined the firm’s design-build division, and Zachary Jordan has joined the firm’s engineering division. Mr. Powers is serving as…
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DHEC updates widespread vendor testing delays
January 18, 2022
Today, the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control announced it is continuing to actively address issues with multiple COVID-19 testing vendors and reporting facilities for failures to process…
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Audience Engagement in 2022 – Digital Platforms and Events
January 17, 2022
By Emily Almasy, NP Strategy Rarely does the entire business world go through such significant change as it has since March 2020. Organizations have had to make change in every…
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Colliers Dealmakers: Recent purchases, sales, leases and investments in South Carolina
January 17, 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,…
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Midlands COVID-19 vaccine clinics and COVID-19 testing
January 17, 2022
January 17-January 23, 2022 DHEC provides weekly updates for COVID-19 vaccine clinics and testing opportunities in the Midlands Region (Aiken, Barnwell, Edgefield, Chester, Fairfield, Kershaw, Lancaster, Lexington, Newberry, Saluda, Richland,…
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Yvett Helms joins Colliers as a Property Accountant
January 17, 2022
Yvett Helms has joined Colliers | South Carolina in the firm’s Columbia office as a Property Accountant. As a Property Accountant, Helms is responsible for financial reporting on commercial property…
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Rewritten Land Development Code set to shape county’s future
January 17, 2022
Learn about new building standards through in-person meetings, interactive app Richland County residents have several upcoming opportunities to learn about possible zoning changes to their property, as the County moves…
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Fireflies 2022 coaching staff announced
January 17, 2022
Tony Peña Jr. named fourth manager in Fireflies history Today, the Columbia Fireflies, in conjunction with the Kansas City Royals, announced their 2022 coaching staff. This season will bring new…
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