34th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Virtual Celebration
January 17, 2022
Congressman James E. Clyburn to be Keynote Speaker The City of Columbia and the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Foundation has announced this year’s Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.…
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Lexington County Council elects new Chairman, Vice Chairwoman
January 17, 2022
Lexington County Council elected a new Chairman and Vice Chairwoman during their council meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 11. County Council members elected Scotty “Scott” R. Whetstone of Council District 1…
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State Guard volunteers help people during emergencies
January 17, 2022
By Richard Eckstrom, S.C. Comptroller One Saturday a month, hundreds of folks from across the state come together at sites in Charleston, Columbia and Greenville for a day of military-style…
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DHEC updates teacher quarantine guidance to align with healthcare workers
January 17, 2022
Today, the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) announced it was updating its official guidance for the quarantining of teachers and other school staff who have been exposed to…
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Lecture to explore effect of Sherman’s March to the Sea on southern home front
January 17, 2022
UPDATE: This lecture has been cancelled as of Jan. 20, 2022. We all know what Gen. William Tecumseh Sherman said about it later: “War is hell.” Earlier, a critical strategic…
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Resource Financial builds on Ocrolus to automate residential mortgage processing
January 15, 2022
Ocrolus, the only automation platform that analyzes financial documents with over 99 percent accuracy, and Resource Financial Services, a leading independent mortgage banker serving the Southeastern United States, announced a…
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Carolina Land Company Sells Ware Shoals, SC Land
January 15, 2022
Carolina Land Company recently represented the seller of 18.98 acres on Hwy 25 Business in Ware Shoals, SC in the sale of his family property. The buyer, a Greenville County…
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Relic Room to commemorate the Revolution as it was fought in South Carolina
January 15, 2022
More American Revolution battles were fought in South Carolina than in any other state. Did you know that? Come out to the South Carolina Confederate Relic Room and Military Museum…
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School District Five names Dr. Akil E. Ross, Sr. permanent superintendent
January 14, 2022
Lexington-Richland School District Five Board of Trustees voted to hire Dr. Akil E. Ross, Sr. as the district’s permanent superintendent. Ross has been serving as interim superintendent since July. The…
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Amiridis named 30th president of University of South Carolina
January 14, 2022
Former provost returns to South Carolina after leading University of Illinois Chicago Michael Amiridis has been named the 30th president of the University of South Carolina. Amiridis was selected during a…
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What’s in store for IoT in 2022?
January 14, 2022
By Kevin Wentzel, Kopis The IoT industry went for a wild ride last year as there was a major slowdown in innovation and products getting to market due to chip…
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The ART of Real Estate welcomes Jay Bartos as Associate Agent
January 14, 2022
The ART of Real Estate is pleased to announce that Jay Bartos has joined their Columbia Studio as an Associate Agent. Before entering the world of Real Estate, Jay worked…
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How to Buy a Car in 2022: Navigating The Automobile Shortage
January 14, 2022
By Mike DuBose The COVID-19 pandemic has had dramatic and wide-ranging impacts on the United States and the world as a whole. Most people are traveling, going to events, and…
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SAFE Federal Credit Union members get nearly $1.5 Million in bonus dividends and loan interest rebates
January 13, 2022
SAFE Federal Credit Union members received annual bonus dividends and interest rebates on December 31 totaling nearly $1.5 million. The 2021 bonus marked the 25th anniversary of SAFE’s Member Giveback Program.…
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Battle at BullStreet tickets on-sale tomorrow
January 13, 2022
Clemson vs South Carolina at Segra Park tickets to go on sale 10 am Friday The Columbia Fireflies, Experience Columbia SC Sports, the University of South Carolina Athletics Department and…
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City to hold drive-thru food drive as a community service project/ national day of service
January 13, 2022
Who: Join District Two Councilman Edward McDowell, Jr., City of Columbia Officials, Richland School District One and the Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Foundation January 17, 2022 as a community service…
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Dominion Energy shares energy-saving tips to reduce winter heating costs
January 13, 2022
With winter well underway, Dominion Energy is providing easy, straightforward tips to help customers manage their energy use during the colder months. “Colder outside temperatures this time of year mean…
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Attorney General Alan Wilson announces settlement with student loan servicer Navient
January 13, 2022
Settlement includes $1.7 billion in debt cancellation; South Carolina borrowers will receive over $20 million in relief. Attorney General Alan Wilson announced today that Navient, known as one of the…
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Fiber Industries expanding operations in Darlington County
January 13, 2022
More than $30 million investment to create over 50 new jobs Fiber Industries, a leading American textiles manufacturer, today announced plans to expand operations in Darlington County. The company’s more…
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Trustus Theatre presents tick, tick… BOOM!
January 13, 2022
The rock musical returns to the Thigpen Main Stage in February Trustus Theatre brings back the rock musical tick, tick… BOOM! to the Thigpen Main Stage for the first time…
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Hammock Coast golf courses earn national accolades from GolfWeek, GolfPass
January 13, 2022South Carolina’s Hammock Coast™ has long been regarded as one of America’s premier golf destinations, and two of the game’s most respected media outlets have added to the area’s accolades,…
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TD Bank names Joe Pearson Relationship Manager
January 13, 2022
TD Bank has named Joe Pearson as Relationship Manager, serving the Midlands and Pee Dee markets of South Carolina. In his role, Pearson will be responsible for enhancing existing commercial…
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SeamonWhiteside introduces new Women’s Initiative Steering Committee
January 13, 2022SeamonWhiteside (SW+), a full-service land design firm throughout the Carolinas, is introducing the six women leading the firm’s new company-wide Women’s Initiative, which was created this year as a step…
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Let’s Put South Carolina First
January 13, 2022
By John Boyanoski, Rosylin Weston and Chip Felkel The State of South Carolina has roughly $6 billion dollars in relatively unexpected money to spend in the next five years due…
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Law enforcement’s force multipliers
January 13, 2022The Richland County Sheriff’s Department’s Reserve Deputy program By Marie Waldrop TEN YEARS AGO, Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott established the Richland County Sheriff’s Department (RCSD) Reserve Deputy Program to…
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2022 Cottontown Art Crawl
January 13, 2022
The fourth annual Cottontown Art Crawl will welcome 115 artists to show and sell their original work in the downtown Columbia neighborhood. The event will be held on Saturday, March…
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MycoWorks establishing operations in Union County
January 13, 2022
$107 million investment to create 400 new jobs MycoWorks, a biotechnology company that specializes in mycelium-grown materials for use as sustainable, luxury-quality leather alternatives, today announced plans to establish operations…
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Situational de-escalation and escalation of force for law enforcement tactical teams
January 13, 2022The primary challenge for the Richland County Sheriff’s Department Special Response Team going into 2022 By W. Thomas Smith Jr. As 2022 is surely poised to bring about new –…
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Colliers represents Reger Holdings in the disposition of 361,526-square-foot industrial building in Orangeburg
January 12, 2022
COLUMBIA/CHARLESTON, SC – Colliers | South Carolina’s Chuck Salley, SIOR, Dave Mathews, SIOR, Thomas Beard and John Peebles represented Reger Holdings LLC in the disposition of a 361,526-square-foot industrial building at…
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Chief Buildings establishing operations in Lancaster County
January 12, 2022
$22.1 million investment will create 102 new jobs over the next five years Chief Buildings, a subsidiary of Chief Industries, Inc. and a premier metal building system manufacturer, today announced plans to…
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Plans underway for CIU’s new Bachelor of Science in Nursing this fall
January 12, 2022
Applications are being accepted for Columbia International University’s new faith-integrated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program that begins classes in August, pending approval from the State Board of Nursing.…
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Healthy Learners welcomes new Board members and installs new officers
January 12, 2022
Emily Blayton and Matthew Roberts Join the Board of Trustees Healthy Learners announces the addition of Emily Blayton and Matthew Roberts to the Healthy Learners Board of Trustees, as well…
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Community COVID-19 testing closed at Prisma Health Richland Hospital
January 12, 2022
Prisma Health Richland Hospital will close drive-through Community Testing for COVID-19 on the hospital campus. The last day of drive-through Community Testing on the hospital campus will be today, Wednesday,…
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USC Columbia Technology Incubator awarded $50,000 grant to increase support of women-owned businesses in SC through 3PhaseSC
January 12, 2022
The USC Columbia Technology Incubator has been awarded $50,000 as a part of the Small Business Administration’s (SBA) Growth Accelerator Fund Competition (GAFC) to support the 3PhaseSC pre-SBIR/STTR accelerator. The…
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Companion Life maintains A+ financial strength rating for 20th consecutive year
January 12, 2022
AM Best, the largest independent credit rating agency in the world specializing in the insurance industry, recognized Companion Life Insurance Company with a rating of A+. This is the 20th…
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Spring social skills groups and job training at The Unumb Center for Neurodevelopment
January 12, 2022
Registration is open now for the spring semester of social skills groups and job training at The Unumb Center for Neurodevelopment. The spring semester includes weekly in-person sessions at The…
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The ART of Real Estate announces promotion of Cole Warren to Market Manager
January 12, 2022
The ART of Real Estate announced Cole Warren has been named the company’s Market Manager. Warren joined The ART of Real Estate in 2019 as an Associate Agent with their…
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Shamrock Technologies, Inc. establishing operations in Laurens County
January 12, 2022
$19.4 million investment to create new growth opportunities Shamrock Technologies, Inc. (Shamrock), one of the world’s largest processors and developers of specialty natural and synthetic wax additives, today announced plans…
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GSSM’s Spark! and ENGAGE after school programs now accepting applications
January 11, 2022The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics (GSSM) is now accepting applications for its free after-school programs Spark! and ENGAGE. Students may apply online at scgssm.org/outreach. ENGAGE is a…
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School Board Recognition Month: celebrating local leaders
January 11, 2022
School Board Recognition Month: celebrating local leaders Each year during January the South Carolina School Boards Association joins with districts across the state to honor the work of local school…
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Application deadline for Richland One magnet programs set for Jan. 31
January 11, 2022
The deadline to apply to participate in a Richland One magnet program is set for Jan. 31. The application and information about Richland One Magnet Programs can be found on…
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Attorney General Alan Wilson works to stop international scam calls
January 11, 2022
Attorney General Alan Wilson today urged the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to put in place measures that will help stem the tide of foreign-based illegal robocalls that attempt to scam…
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Richland Library announces new Artist-In-Residence
January 11, 2022
Welcome Mary How, Artist, Board-Certified Art Therapist and Emotional Wellness Coach Richland Library continues providing unfettered access to programming, services, and resources, including mental health and mindfulness support. Please join us…
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County welcomes residents’ input on proposed redistricting
January 11, 2022
Richland County is making proposed redistricting maps available to residents online and in person, in order to get feedback on the maps before the new districts are finalized. This redistricting…
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Prisma Health strengthens primary care services across Midlands region
January 11, 2022
Community members should prioritize preventive care as part of their health and wellness. Prisma Health has increased its primary care services capacity across the Midlands region adding 12 new physicians,…
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Solid Waste holding open interviews
January 11, 2022Staff Shortage Causing Delays on Yard Trash Collection The City of Columbia Solid Waste Division is experiencing delays in yard trash collection due to several factors including a high number…
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GLOBAL ECO ADVENTURES names new president
January 11, 2022
Thomas Mullikin Jr. to lead the internationally recognized non-profit By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Thomas Mullikin, Jr., son of Dr. Tom Mullikin, chair of the S.C. Floodwater Commission, was named…
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Internship Fair takes place at Segra Park January 19
January 11, 2022
The Columbia Fireflies will be hosting a pair of internship fairs Wednesday, January 19 from 9:30 am-11:30 am and 2:30 pm-4:30 pm. The team will take resumes for internships to…
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South Arts Fellows Exhibition at 701 Center for Contemporary Art
January 11, 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 Federal will merge with G.H.S. Federal Credit Union
January 11, 2022
South Carolina Federal Credit Union is pleased to announce its upcoming merger with G.H.S. Federal Credit Union after an affirmative member vote concluded on December 8, 2021. After the merger…
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