Publix Super Markets is coming to the BullStreet District
December 3, 2025The BullStreet District, known as the region’s largest urban redevelopment project, announced that national supermarket retailer Publix Super Markets will open its next downtown Columbia, South Carolina location in the…
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Garvin Design Group welcomes Shannon Maria
December 3, 2025
Garvin Design Group announced that Shannon Maria has joined the firm’s architectural design team. Originally from central Massachusetts, Shannon completed her studies at Clemson University in 2023. She went on…
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Amazon announces Best Books of 2025
December 3, 2025
Each year, I like to publish Amazon’s Best Books of the Year and buy my wife the No. 1 book as a Christmas present. Looks like Buckeye, by Patrick Ryan,…
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The Foundry Group announces Slip 53, a new oyster bar and seafood concept coming to Five Points in mid-spring 2026
December 2, 2025A fresh addition is coming to Columbia’s dining scene in mid-spring 2026 as The Foundry Group debuts Slip 53, its new oyster bar and seafood concept, at 732 Saluda Avenue,…
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Lexington One Educational Foundation’s Health Fund Grants support students’ health in a number of ways
December 2, 2025
The Lexington One Educational Foundation’s most recent Health Fund Grant to Lexington County School District One Nursing and Health Services will support the health needs of students in the district…
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McCrory’s design-build delivery of E.A. Sween manufacturing facility in Greenwood County wins top honors in ABC’s 2025 Excellence in Construction (EIC) Awards
December 2, 2025
McCrory Construction, South Carolina’s oldest general contractor, has received two distinct Excellence in Construction (EIC) awards from the Associated Builders and Contractors of the Carolinas (ABC Carolinas). Both awards are…
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Cohn Construction announces Josh Land as Director of Operations
December 2, 2025
Josh Land has been officially named as the Director of Operations at Cohn Construction, emphasizing his focus on operational excellence and team leadership. With more than 20 years of experience…
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Dominion Engineering, Inc. strengthens leadership team with former VC Summer engineer
December 2, 2025
Dominion Engineering, Inc. an Allied Power business and leading provider of nuclear engineering, maintenance, and technical services, announced the addition of South Carolina native Craig Stover as Senior Director. Stover…
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Mashburn Construction completes multiple MUSC projects in Orangeburg
December 2, 2025
Mashburn Construction has successfully constructed three transformative projects for the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) in Orangeburg, S.C., underscoring the hospital’s continued investment in strengthening healthcare access and quality…
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Anna Ross promoted to vice president of operations for Jeep Rogers Family YMCA and future Kershaw County Family YMCA
December 2, 2025
The YMCA of Columbia announced the promotion of Anna Ross to vice president of operations for the Jeep Rogers Family YMCA and the future Kershaw County Family YMCA. In her…
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Artist in Residence Monica Cioppettini
December 2, 2025
From November 23 to December 20, 2025, 701 CCA welcomes Monica Cioppettini as our Artist-in-Residence. Monica is a multidisciplinary artist whose work breathes new life into discarded jewelry and found objects, transforming them…
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Get involved in Columbia in 2026 – 3rd annual FYPColumbia returns January 22
December 2, 2025
FREE community event aims to connect Midlands residents with local organizations, nonprofits, and small businesses Make 2026 count by getting involved in your community! Registration is now open for the 3rd annual…
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SC Philharmonic returns with 3rd annual “Home for the Holidays”
December 2, 2025
Columbia’s new favorite holiday tradition celebrates the wealth of artistic talent in the Midlands The South Carolina Philharmonic presents Home for the Holidays on Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 7:30 PM at…
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City of Columbia Parks and Recreation Department partnering with The Nickelodeon Theater to present Screen on the Green
December 2, 2025
Who: City of Columbia Parks and Recreation Department and The Nickelodeon Theater What: The City of Columbia Parks and Recreation Department and The Nickelodeon Theater have partnered for Screen on the Green…
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South Carolina Secretary of State Mark Hammond urges South Carolinians to give smart on Giving Tuesday
December 2, 2025
In anticipation of this year’s Giving Tuesday, Secretary of State Mark Hammond is urging South Carolinians to support nonprofits and practice wise charitable giving. “Each year, donors come together on…
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Midlands Clay Arts Society 24th Annual Holiday Sale is December 4-6 at Stormwater Studios
December 2, 2025
Midlands Clay Arts Society are invited to our 24th Annual Midlands Clay Arts Holiday Sale, to be held December 4-6, 2025 at Stormwater Studios, 413 Pendleton Street, Columbia, SC. Admission…
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NOMA announces Light Up Cookie Crawl Festival on Saturday, December 13th
December 2, 2025
Who: City of Columbia, The NOMA Foundation, Chavis Painting, Palmetto Life Church, and participating NOMA businesses. What/Where: Light Up NOMA Cookie Crawl — a celebration of shopping, entertainment, dining, and of course,…
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Historic Columbia announces December 2025 events
December 2, 2025
Historic Columbia offers a full slate of tours and programs throughout December, including Historic Holiday Tours at two landmark properties and a preservation-focused Renovation Rodeo in the Vista. PROGRAMS &…
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Columbia Streams Art Local Artist Holiday Art Market now located at Finlay Park
December 2, 2025
The Columbia Streams Art public art program announces that the first holiday market to support local artists will now be held at Finlay Park. This local artist holiday market will…
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Hood Construction, McMillan Pazdan Smith breaks ground on Riverbanks Zoo & Garden’s Conservation Learning Center
December 1, 2025The teams of Hood Construction & McMillan Pazdan Smith have kicked off construction of the Jane B. Friedman Conservation Learning Center at Riverbanks Zoo and Garden. Located adjacent to the…
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SIOS Technology achieves AWS Resilience Competency in the Design category
December 1, 2025
Recognition underscores SIOS’ expertise in delivering proven high availability and disaster recovery solutions for mission-critical applications on AWS SIOS Technology Corp., a leading provider of application high availability (HA) and…
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First Citizens Bank donates $25,000 to support South Carolina Independent Colleges & Universities
December 1, 2025
South Carolina Independent Colleges and Universities (SCICU) announced a $25,000 investment from First Citizens Bank in support of the Student Lifeline Grants Program. This renewed commitment significantly expands the program’s…
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The Bridge 2 Home receives $40,000 grant from Power:Ed to support hiring an education coordinator
November 27, 2025
Aiken nonprofit, The Bridge 2 Home (TB2H), has been awarded a $40,000 grant from Power:Ed, the philanthropy of SC Student Loan Corporation, to hire an education coordinator to give in-person,…
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20th Thanksgiving for Wallick Investments, LLC
November 25, 2025
Wallick Investments is now an SEC registered investment advisory firm with over 250 clients, AUM over $124M as of 11/25/2025, and manager of Fidelis 100 Index. June 2025 marked not…
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Serving Compassion: Lander’s Isabella Young brings ‘Thanks Giving’ to community
November 25, 2025
When Lander University student Isabella Young realized how many people in Greenwood could be facing a lonely or financially strained Thanksgiving, she decided the holiday should feel different this year.…
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Brandon Rattray named to Kids’ Chance of South Carolina Board of Directors
November 25, 2025
Robinson Gray announced that associate Brandon Rattray has been appointed to the Board of Directors of Kids’ Chance of South Carolina, a nonprofit dedicated to supporting families affected by serious…
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Lexington Youth Football and Cheerleading Association receives donated CPR kits and coach training
November 25, 2025
The American Heart Association helps equip local youth sports program with life-saving skills The American Heart Association, devoted to a world of healthier lives for all, announced the donation of…
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How the night before Thanksgiving became one of the heaviest drinking nights of the year
November 25, 2025The night before Thanksgiving has become known for heavy drinking, crowded gathering spots and increased risky behavior among young adults returning home for the holiday. National traffic safety data consistently…
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Russell joins Callison Tighe as an associate
November 25, 2025
Callison Tighe & Robinson, LLC announced Shelby Russell has joined the firm as an associate attorney with a practice focused on representing clients in serious personal injury matters, complex civil…
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Congaree Land Trust announces conservation of 221 acres in Kershaw County
November 25, 2025
Preserving Birthplace of South Carolina’s State Dog KERSHAW COUNTY, SC — The Congaree Land Trust (CLT) announced the conservation of an additional 221 acres of land in Kershaw County. Pine…
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Steve Dresser Golf Academy unveils enhanced 2026 golf school packages at True Blue
November 25, 2025
PAWLEYS ISLAND, SC – The Steve Dresser Golf Academy at True Blue Golf Club is launching its 2026 lineup of one- to five-day golf school packages, complete with upgraded technology,…
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Love involves sacrifice
November 25, 2025
By Jeff Becraft My best pair of jeans have a hole in each knee. Lest you think I am that hip, they are not skinny jeans. And I did…
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Highway Song, Part II
November 25, 2025
By Tom Poland A Sunday Drive Highways 321 and 301 meet my criteria for back roads. Little traffic. Lots of abandonment. Old stuff getting older. Those 1950 snowbirds heading…
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Riggs Partners’ work recognized in Communications Arts 2025 advertising annual
November 25, 2025
Communication Arts, the preeminent industry journal for professionals in advertising, design and other forms of visual communications, has selected Riggs Partners’ broadcast advertising work as a winner in its 66th…
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RIA awards construction grants to upgrade critical infrastructure
November 25, 2025
$23 million in grant funding awarded across South Carolina The S.C. Rural Infrastructure Authority (RIA) has approved grant assistance for 21 projects, totaling approximately $23 million, to address critical infrastructure…
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GSSM honors Dr. Sachin Rustgi with 2025 Randall M. LaCross Distinguished Research Leadership Award
November 25, 2025
The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics (GSSM) presented the 2025 Randall M. LaCross Distinguished Research Leadership Award to Dr. Sachin Rustgi, associate professor of molecular breeding at…
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One Columbia for Arts & Culture hosts festive holiday party and Open Studios event
November 25, 2025
One Columbia for Arts & Culture invites the community to its annual Holiday Party, a festive celebration of art and the holiday season. The event will take place during First…
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Lexington Two Superintendent announces retirement at end of 2025-2026 school year
November 25, 2025
Lexington School District Two Superintendent Dr. Brenda Hafner announced her retirement at the end of the current 2025-2026 school year, following a distinguished career of nearly 30 years in South…
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GSSM hosts 37th Annual Research Colloquium featuring 114 student presentations
November 25, 2025
The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics (GSSM) hosted its 37th Annual Research Colloquium on Nov. 21, showcasing research conducted by students over the summer. This year’s event…
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Pearce Bespoke Charlotte named official custom clothier of the South Carolina Military Veterans Hall of Fame
November 25, 2025Company designed exclusive Reda jackets for the Board of Directors and inductees Pearce Bespoke Charlotte has been selected as the Official Custom Clothier of the South Carolina Military Veterans Hall…
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Celebrated writer-editor inducted into elite Military Hall of Fame
November 25, 2025Marine Infantry leader and military technical consultant named to S.C. Military Veterans Hall of Fame By Cheyenne Twilley W. Thomas Smith Jr., a writer, editor, and public-information professional assisting the…
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Rotary Clubs dedicate first Rotary Peace Pole in South Carolina
November 25, 2025
Peacebuilding remains a cornerstone of our mission as a humanitarian service organization. Spring Valley Rotary Club and its satellite evening club, Woodcreek Rotary, in collaboration with its Spring Valley High…
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Dominion Energy to begin performing tree trimming activities as scheduled for 2025
November 25, 2025
Dominion Energy will begin performing tree trimming activities along overhead utility lines in the following neighborhoods on Monday, November 24, 2025, at 7:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Distribution Line Tree Trimming: …
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City offices to close in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday
November 25, 2025
In observance of the Thanksgiving Holiday, the City of Columbia’s buildings and offices will be closed on Thursday, November 27, 2025 and Friday, November 28, 2024. Solid Waste will be…
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Columbia, SC – Municipal Runoff Election Results
November 25, 2025
The City of Columbia Municipal Election Commission met as the Board of Canvassers on Thursday, November 20, 2025 at 11:30 a.m. to certify the results of the Municipal Runoff Election…
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Attorney Barrett R. Brewer selected to 2026 Super Lawyers list
November 24, 2025
Barrett R. Brewer, attorney at Brewer Law Firm, LLC has been selected to the 2026 SC Super Lawyers list. The top 5% of the lawyers in SC are selected by…
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ACEC-SC and SCDOT announce 2025 Annual Meeting
November 24, 2025
The American Council of Engineering Companies of South Carolina (ACEC-SC), in partnership with the South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT), will host the 2025 ACEC-SC/SCDOT Annual Meeting on Tuesday, Dec.…
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The View at Crow Creek opens
November 24, 2025
CALABASH, NC – A new chapter for luxury apartment living opened this week along Ocean Highway. The View at Crow Creek features spacious two- and three-bedroom apartments that are designed…
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The evolution of an RCSD captain
November 24, 2025Larry Payne’s life’s work is reflected in his three decades of service to Richland County By W. Thomas Smith Jr. In January 2018, then-Lieutenant Larry Payne was one of three…
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LRADAC Foundation receives $20,000 gift from Central Carolina Community Foundation’s anonymous “Cheerful Giver”
November 21, 2025
To Support Access to Treatment for Alcohol and Substance Misuse The LRADAC Foundation is honored to announce it has received an unrestricted $20,000 gift from an anonymous donor known as…
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