Two publishers, one state commissioner receive Senate honors

  October 8, 2021

By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Publishers Alan Cooper and Michelle McCollum each received South Carolina Senate commendations and Maj. Gen. (Ret.) Tom Mullikin received a Senate Resolution during ceremonies at…

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Limitless Life, Virtual STEM Networking Event

  October 8, 2021

November 13, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. for High School & College-Age Females Empowerment Strategies for Girls will host Limitless Life, a Virtual STEM Networking Event on Saturday, November 13, from 9 a.m.…

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“Here I am. Send me”

  October 7, 2021

By W. Thomas Smith Jr. We have all read or heard the words of the Prophet Isaiah who in the presence of God, audibly hears the words: “Whom shall I…

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Cearra Harris named 2021 Ethel Bolden Minority Fellowship

  October 6, 2021

The Richland Library Friends and Foundation is excited to announce Cearra Harris as the recipient of the 2021 Ethel Bolden Minority Fellowship. She’s a doctoral student in Library and Information Science at…

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Colonial Life offers new vaccine verification business solution

  October 6, 2021

Product solution to help companies manage employee vaccination federal requirements  In anticipation of recent federal vaccination and testing mandates, Colonial Life, a Unum brand, will soon launch a digital vaccine…

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COR announces new Board of Directors and Executive Committee

  October 6, 2021

Organization continues its focus on boosting talent retention and local pride  Columbia Opportunity Resource (COR) welcomed two new board members and elected the 2021-2022 executive committee and committee chairs this…

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How to Make the Most of this Year’s South Carolina State Fair

  October 6, 2021

The 152nd South Carolina State Fair returns Oct. 13-24, 2021, with a full lineup of traditional favorites and a variety of new rides, foods, entertainment and the return of the…

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Muralist Erbriyon Barrett paints Five Points

  October 6, 2021

Bang Back Pinball Lounge Gets a Mural on the Alleyway Between Them and Gibson’s African American Artist, Erbriyon Barrett has been commissioned by UofSC’s School of Visual Art and Design…

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Famously Hot New Year opts to be famously safe

  October 6, 2021

For a decade, Famously Hot New Year — a nonprofit organization since 2016 — has brought visitors, residents, businesses, and community and civic leaders from diverse backgrounds together for South…

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SCETV and SCPRT travel series returns October 7

  October 6, 2021

Discover Daufuskie, tag along on a Charleston ghost tour and get a glimpse at colonial life in South Carolina the latest season of the travel series produced by South Carolina…

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Plastic Omnium expanding operations in Anderson County

  October 6, 2021

More than $17.7 million investment will create 76 new jobs Plastic Omnium, a leading automotive equipment provider, today announced plans to expand operations in Anderson County. The more than $17.7…

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PreZero US expanding operations in Oconee County

  October 5, 2021

$11.5 million investment will create 32 new jobs PreZero US, a recycling and waste solutions company, today announced plans to expand operations in Oconee County. The $11.5 million investment will…

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Lecture tells how Thomas Sumter took Banastre Tarleton down

  October 5, 2021

Most folks have never heard of the Battle of Blackstock’s Plantation. “Most have heard of the American Revolution,” Charles Baxley ironically acknowledges. But too few of them understand how important…

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SC Ports welcomes 2021-2022 Port Ambassadors

  October 5, 2021

South Carolina Ports welcomes its 2021-2022 Port Ambassadors class, which consists of 26 delegates from around the state who will gain a deep understanding of how SC Ports and commerce are…

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VentureSouth establishing PeeDee angel investor group

  October 5, 2021

VentureSouth, one of the country’s largest angel investment networks, is once again expanding its footprint. The PeeDee region of South Carolina will become the 16th community with a VentureSouth angel group,…

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Jeff Lawler nominated for Best Real Estate Agent in Columbia

  October 5, 2021

Jeff Lawler, a REALTOR® with Coldwell Banker Realty, has been nominated for Best Real Estate Agent in Columbia Metropolitan Magazine’s Best of Columbia Competition. Now through October 15, choose the…

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Sea Pro Boats, LLC expanding operations in Newberry County

  October 5, 2021

Sea Pro Boats, LLC, a saltwater fishing boat manufacturer, announced plans to expand operations in Newberry County, South Carolina. The $3.7 Million investment will create 50 new jobs. For more…

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Record enrollments continue at CIU and Ben Lippen School

  October 4, 2021

The upward enrollment trend at Columbia International University and Ben Lippen School continues in record-breaking fashion. Enrollment at CIU and Ben Lippen has increased five straight years. A total of…

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Gov. Henry McMaster announces plan to expand I-73

  October 4, 2021

McMaster continues push for major infrastructure improvements Governor Henry McMaster was joined by S.C. Department of Transportation (SCDOT) Secretary Christy Hall, members of the General Assembly, and local Horry County…

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LS3P welcomes Harrison Floyd, PE, Assoc. AIA

  October 4, 2021

LS3P welcomes Harrison Floyd, PE, Assoc. AIA, who joins the firm’s Columbia office team. Floyd, a recent graduate of Clemson University with a Master of Architecture and Digital Ecologies certificate,…

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Wells Fargo announces nearly $3 million in grants to CDFIs to help minority-owned businesses in South Carolina recover

  October 1, 2021

Wells Fargo and South Carolina Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette announced nearly $3 million in grants to Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs), including CommunityWorks, the South Carolina Community Loan Fund and…

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SC Disabilities and Special Needs announces new state director

  October 1, 2021

The Commission for the Department of Disabilities and Special Needs announced the selection of Michelle Gough Fry, J.D, PH.D, LL.M as state director of the Department of Disabilities and Special…

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