DAR State Regent shares vision with local chapters at joint luncheon
January 13, 2025
“How do you solve a problem like Maria? How do you catch a cloud and pin it down?” The lyrics from the classic movie “Sound of Music” were a call…
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CCSD partners with MUSC and Trident Technical College to launch new Health Science Cohort
January 13, 2025
Charleston County School District (CCSD), in collaboration with The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) and Trident Technical College, announces the launch of an exciting new MUSC Health Science Cohort…
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CARTER Realty agents complete 16-hour specialized course
January 13, 2025
Eight CARTER Realty agents recently completed a 2-day Seller Representative Specialist (SRS) course, which is a prerequisite for obtaining the SRS Designation. Earning the designation requires 16 hours of specialized…
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Frenzy Tees of Columbia sold to new owner
January 13, 2025
Sunbelt Business Brokers, a leading mergers and acquisitions adviser for privately held businesses, announced the successful sale of Frenzy Tees, a trusted screen-printing and promotional products shop serving Columbia and…
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City of Cayce announces 2025 funding opportunities
January 13, 2025
The City of Cayce announced the opening of the 2025 Hospitality and Accommodation Grants program. This annual funding opportunity is designed to support local businesses, tourism-related initiatives, and community organizations…
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SwordFest 2025 comes early to the Relic Room, on Jan. 25
January 13, 2025
Folks who are not historians tend to think of warfare in terms of things that go bang – rifles, machine guns and bombs. But for most of human history, certainly…
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Attorney General Alan Wilson releases 2024 SC Human Trafficking Task Force Annual Report
January 13, 2025
South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson, Chair of the South Carolina Human Trafficking Task Force, released the 2024 Annual Report at the State House today. Task Force leadership joined him…
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Project Showcase | Bloomberg Youth Climate Action Fund
January 13, 2025
Who: Office of the Mayor What: Join us for a celebration of the Bloomberg Youth Climate Action Fund projects! Meet the passionate young change makers, celebrate their efforts, share ideas, and be…
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Office of Neighborhood Safety and Engagement to host Community Conversations
January 13, 2025
Who: The City of Columbia Office of Neighborhood Safety and Engagement What: The City of Columbia Office of Neighborhood Safety and Engagement will host “Community Conversations” to update the public on its…
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Richland County works to protect Residents’ privacy rights in legal dispute
January 13, 2025
Richland County is working to protect property owners’ privacy rights in response to a lawsuit filed by Zillow Inc. The lawsuit, filed in Richland County Circuit Court, requests that the…
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DOCU Dine Event Brings Food, Film, and Conversation to Clinton
January 13, 2025
The Lumberyard is set to host an inspiring evening of good food, thought-provoking film, and lively conversation with its inaugural DOCU Dine Event on Sunday, February 2, at 4:30 p.m. The event…
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Sara Beth Jordan Boutique to Remain Open on the Square in Laurens
January 13, 2025
After an outpouring of community support and careful reflection, Sara Beth Jordan, owner of Sara Beth Jordan Boutique, has announced that the downtown Laurens storefront will remain open, with exciting…
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Upstate Pregnancy Center Hosts January Diaper Drive Thru in Clinton Tomorrow
January 13, 2025
The Upstate Pregnancy Center is set to host its Monthly Diaper Drive Thru event tomorrow, Tuesday, January 14, 2025, from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM at the Victory Worship Center…
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Community Effort Leads to Arrest Through Laurens County Crime Stoppers
January 13, 2025
The Laurens County Crime Stoppers Board would like to report that an anonymous tip led to the 12/14/2024 arrest of Terrence Williams, wanted for the December 13th murder of Quienzavius…
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Presbyterian College Fine Arts Department Announces Spring 2025 Performance Lineup
January 13, 2025
Presbyterian College (PC) is set to host a series of musical performances this semester, offering the Laurens County community a rich array of cultural experiences. The upcoming events will feature…
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City of Clinton Seeks High School and College Interns
January 13, 2025
The City of Clinton is offering an exciting opportunity for high school and college students interested in gaining hands-on experience through its internship program. Students will have the chance to…
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Laurens County School District 55 Hosts Inaugural Teacher Signing Day Celebration
January 13, 2025
Laurens County School District 55 (LCSD 55) held a signing ceremony on January 6, 2025. LCSD 55 Human Resources Department Director Renee Madden introduced and presented the individuals who intend…
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U-Haul Growth States of 2024: South Carolina Tops List for First Time
January 12, 2025
States are ranked by their net gain or loss of one-way movers last year The trend of southern states netting larger numbers of one-way U-Haul® customers continued during 2024, with…
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Blood Drive at Clinton Library to Support Local Needs
January 12, 2025
The Blood Connection’s mobile donation center is set to visit the Clinton Library on Wednesday, January 17, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., providing an opportunity for community members to…
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Trustus Theatre announces Second Annual Gala: Harlem Nights
January 10, 2025
Trustus Theatre announced the date for its highly anticipated Second Annual Gala, taking place on February 7, 2025, from 7:00 PM to 11:00 PM at the South Carolina State Museum.…
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Senex awarded STTR grant from National Cancer Institute for CDK8/19 inhibition as treatment of metastatic ovarian cancer
January 10, 2025
The grant expands the Company’s focus on women’s health following our recent publication on the importance of CDK8/19 inhibition as treatment for breast cancer Senex Biotechnology announced the award of…
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SCRA Member Company’s motorcycle named to Designboom’s Top 10 Motorcycles of 2024
January 10, 2025
Real Motors’ Project: ARES motorcycle was named to designboom’s top 10 motorcycles of 2024. Real Motors became an SCRA Member Company in 2022 and has received a Project Development Fund Grant and an Acceleration Grant from…
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William Means Real Estate breaks records in 2024 with $431M in sales and kicks off 2025 with sale of $5.3M Southern Living Idea House
January 10, 2025
William Means Real Estate announced that 2024 was the best in the company’s 91-year history with $431M in overall sales, a 32% increase over 2023. With an average sales price…
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SC Green Industry Association brings hundreds of landscape professionals to Columbia for annual Conference & Trade Show
January 10, 2025
The South Carolina Green Industry Association will bring together over 115 exhibitors and 16 industry speakers to cover an extensive range of landscape topics during its annual two-day Conference and Trade Show held…
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State Museum CLOSED on Friday, Jan. 10th, due to inclement weather
January 10, 2025
Due to inclement weather, the South Carolina State Museum will be closed on Friday, January 10th to ensure the safety of our visitors and staff. In addition, the museum’s Accessibility…
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State Museum closing early Friday, Jan. 10th, due to inclement weather
January 10, 2025
Due to inclement weather, the South Carolina State Museum will close at 1 p.m. on Friday, January 10th to ensure the safety of our visitors and staff. In addition, the…
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Watts Builders celebrates 10 Award wins at Charleston Home Builders Association Gala
January 10, 2025
Recognized for Excellence in Custom Home Building, Renovation and Design Watts Builders, a family-owned custom home builder with a strong reputation for quality craftsmanship and client-focused design, received high honors at the Charleston Home Builders…
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Naomi Lett named CEO of SC Technical College System Foundation
January 10, 2025
The South Carolina Technical College System Foundation has named midlands-area non-profit leader Naomi Lett as its new Chief Executive Officer. Lett began her new role with the Foundation on January…
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Wagner Wealth Management earns Best Financial Planner honor
January 10, 2025
More than 7,000 people voted in a poll that named Wagner Wealth Management the Best Financial Planner in the Greenville area. This is the second year in a row that…
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Groundbreaking ceremony held for Ashley River Crossing Pedestrian and Bike Bridge
January 9, 2025
A major step forward in Charleston’s infrastructure was marked on Wednesday, January 8, 2025, as city officials and community leaders gathered for the groundbreaking of the Ashley River Crossing. This…
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With wintry mix in forecast Friday, Richland County urges caution
January 9, 2025
With the threat of inclement weather in the area Friday, Jan. 10, Richland County Government is encouraging residents to plan ahead and exercise caution. A wintry mix is expected to affect the County beginning midday Friday. A…
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Nearly Sold Out: Join Us for “Southern Songwriters with Patrick Davis” at Harbison Theatre
January 9, 2025
An evening of storytelling & song with performers from Davis’ new national TV Show On January 24, 2025, Harbison Theatre at Midlands Technical College will host South Carolina native Patrick…
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The ladder
January 9, 2025
By Jeff Becraft Recently on New Year’s Day, I got to use the ladder. Now this is the ladder. This is the ladder I got the Friday after Thanksgiving on a…
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Colliers Greenville-Spartanburg Office Report: Strong downtown demand pushes rent growth
January 9, 2025
Commercial Real Estate Research & Forecast Report Q4 2024 Greenville-Spartanburg Office Market Highlights The Greenville office market continued a trend of strong performance, absorbing 112,377 square feet as Class A…
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4th annual Cola Rosé Shower empowering reproductive health returns February 8
January 9, 2025
Cola Rosé Shower creates awareness about women’s healthcare, facilitates 40,000+ feminine product donations in the Midlands The 4th annual Cola Rosé Shower will be held on Saturday, February 8 at 3PM at the Williams-Brice…
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Simpsonville author’s book garners rave national review
January 9, 2025
Fearfully and Wonderfully Made, a memoir by Liz Williams has received its first major editorial review. “A transformative exploration of faith, self-discovery, and spiritual renewal, offering readers a deeply relatable…
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Colliers Charleston Office Report: New leases highlight normalizing high-end market
January 9, 2025
Commercial Real Estate Research & Forecast Report Q4 2024 Charleston Office Market Highlights The Charleston office market saw positive signs in the last quarter of 2024 as new leasing picked…
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Weston, Inc. and Blue Vista expand South Carolina portfolio with purchase of three industrial buildings in Lugoff, SC
January 9, 2025
Weston, Inc. and an affiliate of Blue Vista Capital Management, LLC have acquired three industrial buildings totaling 909,161 square feet in Lugoff, South Carolina. 235 Standard Warehouse Road is a…
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Discover your dream event at the Venue Showcase at events at Judson Mill and The 405
January 9, 2025
Whether you’re envisioning a stunning wedding reception, an unforgettable birthday bash, or an elegant corporate function, High Spirit Hospitality’s Venue Showcase is the perfect opportunity to explore event spaces and…
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Colliers Columbia Office Report: Leasing interest ticks up as rent growth continues
January 9, 2025
Commercial Real Estate Research & Forecast Report Q4 2024 Columbia Office Market Highlights The Columbia office market saw activity levels continue to increase in a third straight quarter of positive…
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Google contributes over $2.5M to local and state organizations in 2024
January 9, 2025
Google and Google.org awarded nearly $2.5 million in grants to 11 local and state community organizations in South Carolina in 2024. The grants are part of the company’s commitment to…
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Mast General Store announces Mountain Strong contributions
January 9, 2025
Shortly after the floodwaters from Helene began to recede, the Mast General Store started selling Mountain Strong shirts and stickers with part of the proceeds making a donation toward Helene…
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K&L Gates names nearly 35 new partners, of counsel, and policy professionals across firm
January 9, 2025
The partners of global law firm K&L Gates LLP have voted to elect the following individuals from across the firm’s global platform as new partners, of counsel, government affairs counselors, and government…
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Tupelo Honey Southern Kitchen & Bar to open first Columbia location on February 3
January 9, 2025
Asheville-based restaurant brings Southern food and Appalachian spirit to South Carolina’s capital city Tupelo Honey Southern Kitchen & Bar announced today that the restaurant’s newest location will officially open in Columbia on…
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Fluffy overused words are the drunk party crashers of writing
January 9, 2025
By Reba Hull Campbell It’s National Word Nerd Day, the perfect excuse to call out fluffy, pet peeve words that are a writer’s equivalent of drunk party crashers. These drunk…
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Prater to lead culinary operations at Kitchen Sync
January 9, 2025
On the heels of announcing expansion plans, longtime locally-owned restaurant favorite, Kitchen Sync, has hired a new company chef. Ted Prater, a highly accomplished industry veteran, will head up Kitchen…
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Leon Lott re-sworn for an eighth term as sheriff
January 9, 2025
Popular law enforcement leader and former National Sheriff of the Year takes oath of office, again By W. Thomas Smith Jr. For the eighth-consecutive time since 1997, Leon Lawson Lott…
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Capital City/Lake Murray Country welcomes Susan O’Cain as first Director of Operations
January 9, 2025
Capital City/Lake Murray Country Regional Tourism Board (CCLMC) announced the hiring of its first Director of Operations. Veteran communications professional Susan O’Cain joined the CCLMC team on January 6, 2025.…
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Driving in Snow and Ice: Tips for Staying Safe on Upstate Roads
January 8, 2025
With snow and ice forecasted to impact the Upstate of South Carolina, it’s crucial for drivers to understand the unique challenges posed by winter weather conditions. While snow-covered roads can…
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Upstate Pregnancy Center Kicks Off 2025 Monthly Diaper Drive Thru Events on January 14 in Clinton
January 8, 2025
The Upstate Pregnancy Center invites local families to its Monthly Diaper Drive Thru, happening on Tuesday, January 14, 2025, from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM at the Victory Worship Center…
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