Colliers represents the seller and buyer in sale of office building in Old Shandon neighborhood for the new location of Brandon Davidson Interiors
July 16, 2025
Colliers | South Carolina’s Mary Winter Teaster and Sydney Lanham represented the seller (2725 Cypress Holdings LLC) and buyer (Brandon Davidson Interiors) in the sale of 2725 Cypress Street, a…
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MUSC Health celebrates grand opening of Camden Medical Pavilion
July 16, 2025
New women’s health and imaging services now open in Camden MUSC Health announced the grand opening of the Camden Medical Pavilion, a new facility designed to deliver high-quality, comprehensive care…
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Sequins at 3 AM and My First Night Alone in Vegas
July 16, 2025
By Tammy Davis Departure For years—maybe even decades—my college roommate invited me to join her family’s annual Vegas getaway, but I always had an excuse: too broke, too single,…
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Something to be glad about
July 16, 2025
By Jeff Becraft I have no micro-motor skills. Or if I have any, it’s very little. It takes me forever to get the key into a keyhole and to…
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Richland County Sheriff’s deputies, S.C. legislators, other VIPs join SC7, Sunday-Tuesday
July 15, 2025Sixth annual expedition winding its way through the Midlands this week By W. Thomas Smith Jr. A hand-picked team from the Richland County Sheriff’s Department (RCSD) joined Dr. Tom Mullikin,…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Jody Chastain, Ritedose Corporation
July 15, 2025
The Who’s on the Move, Entrepreneur Minute is an interview in support of the undeniable impact that entrepreneurs have on our communities. In this series you will see a diverse group…
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Turner Padget shareholders elected to South Carolina Bar leadership roles
July 15, 2025
Turner Padget announces that Florence-based shareholder J. René Josey and Columbia-based shareholder J. David Johnson IV have been elected to leadership positions within the South Carolina Bar, with terms beginning…
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Intellisystems welcomes Kristin Cato as new Marketing Director
July 15, 2025
Intellisystems announced the addition of Kristin Cato to its team as the new Marketing Director. A native of the Augusta area, Kristin brings with her more than a decade of…
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ENRICH African American Heritage Tour
July 15, 2025The Richland County Conservation Commission announces the launch of the ENRICH Tour, a self-guided, mobile audio tour celebrating the rich African American heritage embedded in the County’s cultural and physical…
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Rolls-Royce expands Aiken County manufacturing operations
July 15, 2025
Rolls-Royce Solutions America Inc. (Rolls-Royce), a provider of off-highway engines and complete power generation systems, announced it is expanding its mtu engine manufacturing operations in Aiken County. The company’s $75…
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Vann named new principal of Centerville Elementary
July 15, 2025
At its July 14, 2025, meeting, the Lexington County School District One Board of Trustees approved the appointment of Lauren Vann as the new principal of Centerville Elementary School. With…
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NAI Columbia welcomes new Marketing Specialist
July 15, 2025
NAI Columbia announced the addition of Alyse Howard as its new Marketing Specialist. With more than a decade of experience in commercial real estate marketing and public relations, Alyse will…
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Grants awarded to improve communities throughout SC
July 15, 2025
S.C. Department of Commerce awards nearly $8 million in Community Development Block Grant funds Eight communities from throughout South Carolina are receiving community development grant funds totaling almost $8 million…
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MUSC Health to celebrate grand opening of Camden Medical Pavilion
July 14, 2025
New women’s health and imaging services now open in Camden MUSC Health announced the grand opening of the Camden Medical Pavilion, a new facility designed to deliver high-quality, comprehensive care…
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First Community Corporation to expand into Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA
July 14, 2025
First Community Corporation (NASDAQ: FCCO), the holding company of First Community Bank, and Signature Bank of Georgia jointly announced today the signing of a definitive merger agreement, under which First…
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Colliers Report: Columbia Office Market Q2 2025
July 14, 2025
Suburban leasing accelerates as vacancy dips below 12% Market Highlights The Columbia market saw leasing volume solidify as tenants begin to absorb larger blocks of space made available by post-Covid…
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South Carolina Bankers Association announces 2025 Outstanding Young Banker Award recipient
July 11, 2025
The South Carolina Bankers Association (SCBA) announced Oneal Staples as the recipient of the 2025 Outstanding Young Banker Award. Oneal, who serves as Senior Vice President and Market President for…
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Design/Development Review Commission | Thursday, July 17, 2025
July 11, 2025
On Thursday, July 17, 2025, the Design/Development Review Commission meeting will be held at 4:00 p.m. at City Hall, 1737 Main Street, Columbia, SC 29201. Members of the public and/or…
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Scout Motors begins hiring for skilled maintenance technicians at production center
July 10, 2025
Initial manufacturing roles mark key milestone for South Carolina facility as construction continues Scout Motors is now hiring Maintenance Technicians to join the team at its Production Center that is…
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Congaree Land Trust achieves 100,000-acre conservation milestone across central South Carolina
July 10, 2025
Congaree Land Trust (CLT) announced a significant achievement in its 33-year history: the permanent protection of over 100,000 acres of vital land across central South Carolina. This conservation milestone was…
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Trinity Partners Columbia announces Q2 2025 notable transactions
July 10, 2025
Trinity Partners recently completed the following notable commercial real estate transactions during the second quarter of 2025. Sales Transactions • Macon Lovelace, SIOR and Robbie Cook represented the seller in…
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Secretary of State Mark Hammond announces 2025 Notary Public Seminars
July 10, 2025
Today, Secretary of State Mark Hammond announced that his office will be offering free, in-person notary public seminars in Lexington, Spartanburg, Florence, and Charleston counties in August and September. These…
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Advertisement of vacancies on various boards and commissions
July 10, 2025
The City of Columbia is accepting applications to fill several vacancies on the following boards and commissions. MUNICIPAL ELECTION COMMISSION Seeking to fill one (1) vacancy. The purpose of the…
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Local coffee shop, Lazy Daisy Coffee Co., opens in Forest Acres, SC
July 10, 2025
Lazy Daisy Coffee Co., a new locally-owned coffee shop in Forest Acres, announced its grand opening on Monday, July 21, in the heart of Cardinal Crossing. Located at 4615 Forest…
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Video Isn’t Optional in 2025 — Here’s How to Use It with Intention
July 10, 2025
By Alex Prince Director at NP Strategy Video isn’t “nice to have.” It’s the format people expect. If you’re serious about building visibility, driving engagement, or strengthening relationships, video needs…
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Hanging together
July 10, 2025
By Jeff Becraft We just celebrated the 4th of July, Independence Day, in our country. Way back when the Declaration of Independence was signed, Benjamin Franklin said, “We must…
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New South Carolina initiative to put nature at the heart of workforce and community wellbeing
July 10, 2025
Nature at Work to launch on July 14 in Columbia, uniting leaders across sectors to create a healthier, more resilient South Carolina. Nature at Work, a new statewide initiative focused…
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Yächtley Crëw, the world’s premier yacht rock cover band, sailing into the Icehouse Sept. 19 for Rock4Recovery 2025
July 10, 2025
Break out your sailing caps, puka shells, and boat shoes—Los Angeles–based Yächtley Crëw, the world’s premier yacht-rock tribute band, sails into the LRADAC Foundation’s 6th Annual Rock4Recovery concert, presented by…
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Nailing Down A Mystery
July 9, 2025
By Tom Poland Old doors rife with nails. Rows and rows of nails. Studs. Like handsome lads, all in a row. All in precise order. I’ve come across two…
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New Friends and Fun Times at Riverbanks Zoo and Garden
July 9, 2025
2025 CALENDAR UPDATE New Arrivals and Upcoming Adventures Await at Riverbanks Zoo and Garden Riverbanks Zoo and Garden continues its mission to connect people with nature through a packed late-summer…
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Richland County Council adopts balanced Fiscal Year 2025-2026 budget to support county public safety, education and infrastructure
July 9, 2025
Richland County Council approved the Fiscal Year (FY) 2025-2026 budget after a third reading during its regularly scheduled Council meeting June 17. The adopted budget of $1,457,108,024, including the General…
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Hood Construction announces new hire and teammate promotion
July 9, 2025
Hood Construction announced two key leadership updates. Jim Ott has joined the team as Senior Project Manager, and Brandon Hein has been promoted to Project Manager, reinforcing the company’s commitment…
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Secretary of State Mark Hammond encourages wise charitable giving following Texas flooding disaster
July 9, 2025
Today, South Carolina Secretary of State Mark Hammond urged donors to give wisely to charitable causes following last weekend’s flooding disaster in Kerr County, Texas. “The families devastated by the…
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Wyche expands litigation team with top-tier attorneys from leading international law firms
July 9, 2025
Experienced Litigator and Former U.S. Marine Corps Judge Advocate Jack Heron Joins Wyche, Alongside Standout Associate Bennett Hardymon. Wyche, a leading full-service law firm with offices across South Carolina, announced the addition of…
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Above & Beyond Tattoo Studio opens on Devine Street
July 9, 2025
A new creative business is adding energy to Columbia’s Devine Street with the grand opening of Above & Beyond Tattoo Studio, located at 2321 Devine St., Suites B and C,…
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State Representative Bannister honored as “Conservation Hero”
July 9, 2025
House Ways and Means Chair recognized for commitment to state’s natural resources By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Greenville attorney and South Carolina Representative Bruce Wyche Bannister, chairman of the S.C.…
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Sturm elected South Carolina Bankers Association Chairman
July 9, 2025
H. Richard Sturm, regional president of the Carolina’s for Ameris Bank, Mt. Pleasant, SC, has been elected Chairman of the South Carolina Bankers Association (SCBA). He was elected by a…
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Eurocharm Group selects Kershaw County for first North American manufacturing facility
July 9, 2025
Eurocharm Group, a metalworking supplier, announced it selects Kershaw County to establish its first North American manufacturing facility. The company’s $12 million investment will create 46 new jobs. Headquartered in…
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Planned multimillion-dollar solar investment to energize Richland County
July 9, 2025
Pontiac Solar LLC announced plans to construct a solar farm in Eastover, in southeast Richland County. The company plans to invest $112.5 million to develop a tract along Pine Thicket…
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“Connecting Communities” mural series starts in Swansea
July 8, 2025
Keep the Midlands Beautiful (KMB) announced that as a part of our “#DoBeautifulThings” campaign, we have committed to installing murals in municipalities across Lexington and Richland Counties. The first mural…
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Columbia Museum of Art’s board of trustees adds four new members
July 8, 2025The Columbia Museum of Art announces Bill Bodine, Lander Hiott, Felicia Rhue Howard, and J.P. Scurry as the four new members elected to serve on its board of trustees for…
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Rotary Club of Lexington celebrates start of new Rotary year and inducts 2025-2026 officers and new board members
July 8, 2025
The Rotary Club of Lexington, which has served the Lexington community for over 50 years, proudly kicked off the new Rotary year on July 10, marking the official start of…
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South Carolina DPH unveils online health compass for county-level data insights
July 7, 2025
The South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) and the Alliance for a Healthier South Carolina announced the launch of South Carolina Health Compass — an online collection of data dashboards…
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Mountain High Outfitters opens in Columbiana Centre
July 7, 2025
Birmingham, Alabama based Mountain High Outfitters has officially opened in the great state of South Carolina. Their first location has opened inside the Columbiana Centre in Columbia SC. The official…
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Converse Graduate Chloe Cleland ’25 wins Fulbright Research Scholarship
July 7, 2025
May 2025 graduate Chloe Cleland recently made history at Converse when she became the first recipient of the University’s Fulbright Research/Study Scholarship in more than 50 years. Having completed more…
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Disney’s The Little Mermaid at Town Theatre – July 11-27
July 7, 2025
“Just look at the world around you ~ such wonderful things surround you ~ what more is you lookin’ for?” Indeed, life under the sea is a magical kingdom. But…
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Colliers brings two Class A office buildings in Columbia to full occupancy
July 7, 2025
Colliers has been awarded the leasing assignment for an additional building in the Center Point office park Colliers | South Carolina brokers Henry Roe and Allen Wilkerson, SIOR, CCIM have…
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Wallick Investments welcomes Victoria Matise
July 7, 2025
Wallick Investments, LLC announced Ms. Victoria (Tori) Matise, a 2024 University of Georgia Honors graduate in Finance, has joined the firm as an Investment Advisor Representative. Her responsibilities include business…
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Collins & Lacy, P.C. welcomes J. Andrew Ritner to its Retail & Hospitality Practice Group
July 7, 2025
Collins and Lacy, P.C. welcomed J. Andrew Ritner to its Retail and Hospitality Practice Group. Andrew’s career has been defined by his unwavering commitment to both his country and clients…
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Genesis Healthcare receives national recognition for excellence in patient care
July 7, 2025
Genesis Healthcare, which operates multiple Federally Qualified Health Centers across South Carolina, has once again earned national recognition for its commitment to exceptional patient care. The Health Resources and Services…
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