North and South Carolina Institutes of Medicine announce joint Pandemic Preparedness Task Force
June 1, 2021
COLUMBIA, SC and RALEIGH, NC – The South Carolina Institute of Medicine and Public Health (IMPH) and the North Carolina Institute of Medicine (NCIOM) announced today the creation of the…
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Studio 2LR Architecture + Interiors welcomes Josh Bucher, AIA, to the firm
June 1, 2021
Studio 2LR, Inc. announced that Josh Bucher, AIA, has joined our design team. Mr. Bucher is a Virginia native with a background in Architecture and Anthropology. He earned his Bachelor…
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2021 Lexington County Ag + Art Tour is June 5-6th
June 1, 2021
The Lexington County Ag + Art tour is part of a larger effort by Clemson University Extension and its annual South Carolina Ag + Art Tour. This year 11 counties…
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Chernoff Newman adds to media and finance teams
June 1, 2021
Chernoff Newman, a Columbia-based integrated communications company, has recently expanded its core team to include new hires Becky Elam and Santana McIntosh. “We are delighted to welcome Becky and Santana…
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Hood Construction Project Manager named NAWIC Member of the Year
June 1, 2021Hood Construction announced that one of its Project Managers, Amanda Harter, has been named the National Association of Women in Construction’s (NAWIC) 2021 Member of the Year for the South…
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Jan Hollar named to First Community Board of Directors
June 1, 2021
First Community Corporation, headquartered in Lexington, South Carolina, and the holding company of First Community Bank, announced that Jan Hollar, a retired banker with a 40-year career in community banking,…
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Mast Store hosts Land Trust Day on June 5
May 31, 2021
On Saturday, June 5, the Mast Stores in Columbia will welcome Congaree Land Trust (CLT) to the store in celebration of Land Trust Day. Volunteers will answer questions about CLT…
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Deputy receives bravery award from American Legion
May 31, 2021By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Richland County Sheriff’s Dept. (RCSD) Deputy Sarah Merriman was presented the American Legion (S.C. Dept.) Award for Bravery during ceremonies at the Marriott Columbia, Fri.,…
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Fishing is Spiritual
May 31, 2021
By W. Thomas Smith Jr. FISHING IS SPIRITUAL. Not sure why or how. But I believe there’s something unusually spiritual about it. The disciples were fishermen. There was the well-known…
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Columbia International Festival returns, at the S.C State Fairgrounds, June 5 and 6
May 31, 2021
The whole world is starting to come out from under the shadow of pandemic, and soon you’ll see that happen right here in Columbia. After a year off, members of…
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Colliers brokers the sale of 648 acres of land along Lake Marion
May 31, 2021
Santee Homes is planning a 1,000-home lakefront development, McCord’s Ferry at Lake Marion Tripp Bradley and Ryan McCue of Colliers | South Carolina brokered the sale of a 648-acre tract…
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¡Qué Rico! Community Cookbook highlights local culinary talents amid pandemic
May 29, 2021
Get a taste of Richland County and explore the rich heritage of its culturally eclectic residents. Richland Library is dishing out nearly two dozen recipes in the ¡Qué Rico! Community…
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Understanding Your Portfolio and Fees
May 29, 2021
By Charles B. Flowers, CFA At the end of every month, quarter, and year, the investment world tallies returns and produces reports. Frequently the results are delivered in chart-filled reports…
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Tennia Walker joins Healthy Learner as AmeriCorps program coordinator
May 28, 2021
Healthy Learners has named Tennia Walker as the AmeriCorps program coordinator. Healthy Learners is a faith-based non-profit that works collaboratively with communities, schools, healthcare providers and families to remove health…
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Richland Library hosts first stop on Craig Melvin’s virtual book tour
May 28, 2021
Hear from TODAY Show news anchor, award-winning journalist and author Craig Melvin during the first stop on his virtual book tour. Join Richland Library for Meet the Author: Craig Melvin…
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Women in Philanthropy awards $50,000 in grants to Homeless No More and Able SC
May 27, 2021
Women in Philanthropy (WIP), an affinity group of United Way of the Midlands, awards a combined $50,000 in grants to further WIP’s work to improve financial stability among women and…
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Business, founded by Lander alumnus, featured in The New York Times
May 27, 2021
The TLTurner Group, founded by Lander University alumnus Terrell A. Turner and his wife, Lola Turner, is featured in The New York Times. The couple’s accounting and finance firm in…
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Smith named IRONMAN
May 27, 2021
Military analyst-writer earns high praise and award from adventure group By Alex Junes-Ward Military expert W. Thomas Smith Jr. was honored for his life’s work and leadership by Global Eco…
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Global Expedition leader recognized by military support group
May 27, 2021
By Alex Junes-Ward Maj. Gen. (Ret.) Tom Mullikin, SCSG, was honored by the South Carolina Military Support Foundation (SCMSF) for his leadership in both planning and directing POWERPLANTSC and his…
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United Community Banks, Inc. and Aquesta Financial Holdings, Inc., the parent of Aquesta Bank, announce merger agreement
May 27, 2021
United Community Banks, Inc. (United) and Aquesta Financial Holdings, Inc. (Aquesta) announced a definitive agreement for United to acquire Aquesta, including its wholly-owned subsidiary, Aquesta Bank. Aquesta is headquartered in…
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GaffneyLewis announces the promotion of three attorneys to Equity Partner Status
May 27, 2021
GaffneyLewis LLC announced that Randi Lynn Roberts, Nashiba Boyd and Robert Blain have been promoted to equity partner status. Roberts and Boyd are based in the firm’s Columbia office and…
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South Carolina ETV wins 13 Telly awards
May 27, 2021
Network receives six silver trophies and seven bronze trophies South Carolina ETV (SCETV) received a total of 13 Telly awards when the list of winners was released on Tuesday, May…
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SCETV to air interview with Bishop William Willimon following premiere of half-hour documentary Thursday, May 27
May 27, 2021
Hour of programming to focus on influential minister, Greenville, S.C. native South Carolina ETV announced plans to broadcast A Conversation with Will Willimon immediately after the network premiere of A…
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La-Z-Boy donates new furniture to Ronald McDonald House Charities, Columbia, SC
May 27, 2021
La-Z-Boy chairs will be delivered to the Ronald McDonald House On Thursday, June 3rd, La-Z-Boy will deliver new donated furniture to Ronald McDonald House Charities, Columbia, SC. This will be…
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Art Contest Plants Seeds of Appreciation for Healthy Forests
May 27, 2021Twenty-two students will receive awards in this year’s Youth Conservation Poster Contest sponsored by the Richland Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD). By illustrating the topic “Healthy Forests = Healthy…
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Realtors doing good for children with special needs
May 27, 2021
The Therapy Place gets a good spring cleaning Families this week were impressed to see the facelift at The Therapy Place due to a full day of volunteering by Keller…
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Chambers and Partners ranks Gallivan White Boyd as a leading law firm in South Carolina
May 27, 2021
Three attorneys also ranked in the 2021 Chambers USA edition Gallivan White Boyd (GWB) announced its inclusion as a ranked law firm in the 2021 edition of Chambers USA. Chambers…
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AFP Central Carolina Chapter program topics support nonprofits through the pandemic
May 26, 2021
The Association of Fundraising Professionals of Central Carolina is halfway through their program year offering nonprofits professional support and resources amid the pandemic. These programs add tremendous value to the…
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UofSC, Greystar break ground on Campus Village construction project
May 26, 2021
A project years in the making, Campus Village construction began officially on Wednesday (May 26) as the University of South Carolina hosted a groundbreaking ceremony along with development partner Greystar…
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Two teachers honored with inaugural state award in Holocaust education
May 26, 2021Dr. Sara Dew of Latta and Emily Taylor of Swansea have been named South Carolina Council on the Holocaust Educators of Excellence for 2021. Dr. Dew teaches at J. Paul…
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Participate in Richland Library’s 2021 Summer Learning Challenge
May 26, 2021
With the extended holiday weekend arriving and the school year drawing to a close, Richland Library is announcing the kick-off to our annual Summer Learning Challenge. Starting Tuesday, June 1,…
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Trustus Theatre reopens Lady Day
May 25, 2021
Trustus Company Member Katrina Garvin takes star turn as Billie Holiday in new production Trustus Theatre is re-opening “Lady Day at Emerson’s Bar and Grill” for a three-week run in…
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Chambers USA recognizes Wyche, P.A. as a Leading Law Firm
May 25, 2021
Chambers USA has recognized Wyche and 12 of its attorneys in the 2021 edition of Chambers USA: America’s Leading Lawyers for Business. The independent research conducted by Chambers and Partners is often…
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Mast Store celebrates 10 years in the real southern hot spot
May 25, 2021The heart of any city is its downtown, where restaurants, boutiques, lawyers, hair salons, theaters, and many more enjoy the bustling hum of commerce. On May 25, 2011, Main Street…
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Marketing Minute Video: Thought Leadership
May 24, 2021
Marketing Minute with Tina Emerson, NP Strategy If speaking engagements are important to your business development strategy, you may be more successful if you share the spotlight with other…
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Richland Library Memorial Day Schedule
May 24, 2021
All Richland Library locations will close Monday, May 31 in observance of Memorial Day. Local residents will still be able to access the library’s resources and information online. If you…
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Colliers announces Central Carolina REALTORS® Association 2020 Commercial Circle of Excellence award recipients
May 24, 2021
Colliers | South Carolina announced that 12 of its brokerage professionals have been recognized as Central Carolina REALTORS® Association (CCRA) 2020 Commercial Circle of Excellence award recipients. The Circle of…
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Avant Holdings, LLC receives 2021 Preservation Award from Historic Columbia
May 24, 2021Historic Columbia recognized the extensive renovations of 915 Lady Street with the 2021 Preservation Award at the organization’s annual Awards event held at the Hampton-Preston Mansion. Featuring Art Deco details…
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United Way’s Small Business Alliance hosts third annual Driving Down Main Virtual Golf Tournament
May 24, 2021
United Way’s Small Business Alliance (SBA) will host its third annual Driving Down Main: Staying the Course on June 7-8, 2021, sponsored by Enterprise Holdings. Registered foursomes will virtually play…
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They won’t tell you about your brand.
May 24, 2021
By Ken Gasque Your brand is their experience. It exists in the mind of your customer. When the experience is good, they may tell a friend, but they won’t tell…
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CARTER REALTORS announces Will Thrift receives Homesnap Award
May 24, 2021
Will Thrift, a licensed real estate agent with CARTER REALTORS, has been awarded Homesnap’s Analytics Expert Award for 2021. The award is given for the skillful use of real estate…
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OSHA Backs New CDC Mask Recommendations … For Now, and Implications for Employer Policies
May 24, 2021
By David Dubberly Nexsen Pruet, LLC The day after his inauguration, President Biden signed an executive order directing the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) to “consider whether any emergency temporary standards…
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Richland Library announces systemwide service update
May 24, 2021
Richland Library is announcing an update to services across our system. We’re adding evening hours and removing the daily midday closure. Current hours of operation are as follows: 9 a.m.…
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Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd recognized as a Leading Law Firm in 2021 Chambers USA
May 24, 2021
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd announced that the firm has been recognized in the 2021 edition of Chambers USA: America’s Leading Lawyers for Business. Chambers USA has ranked the following HSB practice…
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Lexington One Community Coalition (LOCC) teams up with the Community Anti-Drug Coalitions of America (CADCA) and Walmart for virtual reality training on reversing an opioid overdose
May 24, 2021
LRADAC’s Lexington One Community Coalition (LOCC) is hosting a training and virtual reality demonstration on how to save a life by reversing an opioid overdose on Thursday, May 27, 6:30-7:30…
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Dr. Andrea Pezzella conducts first minimally invasive prolapse system in South Carolina
May 24, 2021
Local Urogynecologist is first in Carolinas with unique, new platform for women suffering with pelvic organ prolapse Andrea Pezzella, M.D., FPMRS, FACOG, of Southern Urogynecology Wellness & Aesthetics, recently conducted…
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Fit Columbia celebrates 10 years in business
May 24, 2021
Public is invited to anniversary celebration and grand reopening party at their new location in Five Points. Fit Columbia celebrates their 10-year anniversary and grand re-opening in their new space…
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Registration open for in-person 152nd SCDA Annual Convention
May 24, 2021
In addition to their essential daily work, South Carolina dentists continue to make a difference in their communities in many ways, including nonprofit service and volunteering with free medical clinics.…
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New SC Behavioral Health Progress Report sees new challenges for mental health
May 24, 2021
The South Carolina Institute of Medicine & Public Health (IMPH) and the South Carolina Behavioral Health Coalition (SCBHC) are jointly releasing the South Carolina Behavioral Health 2021 Progress Report this…
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Nickelodeon reopens its doors
May 24, 2021
The Nickelodeon Theatre is excited to reopen its doors starting May 27th for screenings of the best indie films! The theatre will be open Thursdays through Sundays, showcasing the diversity,…
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