COMET Chat with John Andoh – November/December 2020
December 1, 2020
The Thanksgiving and Christmas seasons herald the reminder that despite any challenges we may face, we all have much to be grateful for. Our transit system continues to run cleanly,…
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Advertisement of vacancies on various boards and commissions
November 30, 2020The City of Columbia is accepting applications to fill several vacancies on the following boards and commissions. Food Policy Committee Seeking 2 (two) Applicants for Appointment. The purpose of this…
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Hood Construction announces team promotions
November 30, 2020
Hood Construction has announced the promotion of two team members. Brandon Walsh has been named Assistant Project Manager and Charles Stuart has been named Vice President. As Assistant Project Manager…
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Columbia Metropolitan Airport and Magnus Development Partners announce new multimodal industrial development at 803 Industrial Park
November 30, 2020
Colliers International’s industrial brokerage team to handle marketing and leasing for the project Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) and Magnus Development Partners announce 803 Industrial Park, a new speculative industrial development…
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New law will lessen tax requirements for land redevelopment in S.C.
November 30, 2020
A new state law will lessen the tax requirements for redeveloped land by as much as 40% after 2020, according to Wilson Kibler, a commercial real estate company headquartered in…
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2021 Palmetto State Teachers Association legislative agenda
November 30, 2020
Over the past eight months, South Carolina’s students have faced unprecedented educational challenges and hardships related to the impact of COVID-19 on our state. However, in most cases, the adversities…
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Sheriff Lott recognizes Coroner Watts’ service to Richland County
November 27, 2020By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Richland County Coroner Gary Watts received a commendation from Sheriff Leon Lott and the men and women of the Richland County Sheriff’s Dept. (RCSD) in…
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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis recognizes Rick Weir of Mullins High School as Educator of the Month
November 27, 2020South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis has recognized Mullins High School’s Rick Weir as the South Carolina Financial Literacy Master Teacher Program’s Educator of the Month for November. “By taking an active role…
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COVID-19 Rapid Testing for South Carolina Public Schools
November 26, 2020
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) and South Carolina Department of Education (SCDE) have been working collaboratively to implement a COVID-19 rapid testing option for South…
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Gov. Henry McMaster gives SCDHEC authority to move forward with school testing program
November 26, 2020Governor Henry McMaster today signed Executive Order 2020-73, which gives the S.C. Department of Health and Environmental Control (SCDHEC) the authority to implement its school testing program. Governor McMaster and SCDHEC…
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Bank of America names Senior Resources as a Neighborhood Champion and awards $50,000 in grant support
November 25, 2020Bank of America has named Senior Resources a Neighborhood Champion, in recognition of our work to advance economic mobility in Columbia. This recognition includes $50,000 in grant funding and virtual…
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Gov. McMaster urges Dominion to withdraw rate increase request
November 24, 2020
Governor Henry McMaster today requested Dominion Energy withdraw their request to the Public Service Commission (PSC) for a 7.7% rate hike for its South Carolina customers. In a letter to the…
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InteliChart introduces patient schedule solution
November 24, 2020
Customized Online Scheduling Added to the Healthy Outcomes® Patient Engagement Platform FORT MILL, SC – InteliChart, the leader in patient engagement technologies, is pleased to introduce Patient Schedule a new,…
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Hundreds of “love bags” destined for seniors
November 24, 2020By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Less than one day after delivering 80 Thanksgiving Week dinners to senior citizens across Columbia and the Midlands, the Richland County Sheriff’s Department’s (RCSD) Project…
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Gov. McMaster urges Dominion to withdraw rate increase request
November 24, 2020
Many South Carolinians Struggling “To Keep Lights On” During Pandemic Governor Henry McMaster today requested Dominion Energy withdraw their request to the Public Service Commission (PSC) for a 7.7% rate…
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The Beach Company announces four new hires
November 24, 2020
Today, The Beach Company announced one new hire at its headquarters in Charleston, one hire at its new luxury development in Charleston, one new hire at its mixed-use development in…
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Skutchi Designs, Inc. expanding operations in Horry County
November 24, 2020
More than $3.5 million investment will create 41 new jobs Skutchi Designs, Inc., a national contract office furniture company, today announced plans to expand operations in Horry County. The more…
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Community champions raise awareness to support locally owned businesses in Columbia
November 24, 2020
In a season normally overflowing with an abundance of tree lightings, special shopping events, and holiday markets the ongoing impacts of COVID-19 continue to weigh heavily on our local small…
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South Carolina sees increased COVID-19 testing in advance of Thanksgiving; Masks and social distancing remain key in stopping disease spread
November 24, 2020
As South Carolina continues to ramp up testing opportunities and capacity at locations across the state to meet holiday testing demand, state public health officials urge South Carolinians to remain…
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Church provides Thanksgiving dinners for 80 seniors
November 24, 2020Retired Richland County deputy sheriffs and others making deliveries By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Saint David’s Episcopal Church in Northeast Columbia provided 80 Thanksgiving dinners for seniors across Columbia and…
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NAI Columbia represented the seller in the $1.95 million sale of a 390-acre land tract in Ridgeway, South Carolina
November 23, 2020
NAI Columbia’s Tom Milliken, Tombo Milliken and Nelson Weston, III, represented the seller, Averyt Family Blythewood LP, in the $1.95 million sale of 390 acres of land located at the…
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Volunteers are needed to deliver hot meals to our Meals on Wheels clients in Richland County during the holiday season
November 23, 2020
As we approach the busy holiday season, Senior Resources is in need of volunteers to deliver hot meals to our Meals on Wheels clients in Richland County. Meals on Wheels…
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Richland County Drop-off dites to close for Thanksgiving
November 23, 2020
The County’s C&D Landfill, Lower Richland Drop-off Center and Clemson Road Drop-off Recycling Site will be closed Thursday, Nov. 26 and Friday, Nov. 27 in observance of Thanksgiving. There will…
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Carver Maritime, LLC expanding operations in Charleston County
November 23, 2020
More than $27.8 million investment will create 50 new jobs Carver Maritime, LLC, an industrial port known for its shipping and warehousing storage operations, today announced plans to expand its…
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Richland Library announces Thanksgiving schedule
November 23, 2020
All Richland Library locations will close 5:30 p.m., Wednesday, November 25 and remain closed Thursday, November 26 and Friday, November 27 in observance of Thanksgiving. Local residents will still be…
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School District Five announces virtual community events on redistricting
November 23, 2020Lexington-Richland School District Five will hold two virtual community events to answer questions on redistricting and get feedback from the community. The first event was held held Thursday, Nov. 19 from 5:30…
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School District Five names new director of finance
November 23, 2020
Lexington-Richland School District Five has named a new director of finance for the district. Experienced, professional accountant Connie Frick was approved by the Board of Trustees on Nov. 16 to…
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Christopher Lawson appointed to The COMET Board of Directors
November 23, 2020
The Central Midlands Regional Transit Authority (The COMET) announces the appointment, by Richland County, of Christopher Lawson to its Board of Directors. Lawson is a First Lieutenant in the United…
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One SC Fund awards $426,600 for hurricane relief
November 22, 2020
Grants bring total to more than $8.5 million distributed to nonprofits since the fund’s inception The One SC Fund Hurricane Response Committee has awarded $426,600 in grants to 11 organizations…
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Barnes Alford welcomes Creasie M. Parrott and Joshua G. Hill
November 20, 2020
Barnes Alford announced that Creasie M. Parrott and Joshua G. Hill have joined the firm as associates. Ms. Parrott earned her B.A. in May 2015 from the University of South…
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Canceled: 11/20 Richland Library Flu Shot Clinic
November 19, 2020
Due to unforeseen circumstances, Richland Library is canceling the flu shot clinic on Friday, November 20 at our St. Andrews location, which is in partnership with Walgreens. Customers can still…
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Apply to become Richland Library’s next entrepreneur-in-residence
November 19, 2020
As Richland Library continues our work to identify growing needs among entrepreneurs and support small business in our community, we’re now accepting applications for our next entrepreneur-in-residence. The focus of…
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Christmas in Clinton to Include New Light Show – O’ Lighted Night by Multi-Emmy Award Winning Lighting Designer
November 19, 2020
Christmas in Clinton is always something special and this year is no exception. Approved last year and purchased with funds from a grant, the City of Clinton will host “O’…
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Seibels appoints Jim Brophy Assistant Vice President of Pricing & Vendor Management
November 19, 2020
Seibels announced the promotion of Jim Brophy to Assistant Vice President of Pricing & Vendor Management. Since joining Seibels in 2017, Mr. Brophy established the Pricing Department where he introduced…
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Art of Conversation: Mentally Stimulating Game Night – Nov 21
November 19, 2020Prime & Prim Studio of the Arts will be hosting a mind-stimulating game night on November 21, 2020, at the Landing Event Center. Festivities begin at 7:30 PM and conclude…
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Sylvan Learning Centers to hold Black Friday deals
November 19, 2020
Sylvan Learning Centers in the Midlands are offering a different kind of Black Friday deal this year. Sylvan is offering multiple promotions such as deep discounts on tuition. However, they…
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Prisma Health Midlands Foundation’s GivingTuesday campaign brings comfort, joy, hope and love this holiday season
November 19, 2020
Prisma Health Midlands Foundation’s GivingTuesday campaign will bring comfort, joy, hope and love to Prisma Health—Midlands patients and families this holiday season. GivingTuesday, a global day of generosity, will take…
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Holiday Season at the State Farmers Market – Nov 29
November 19, 2020
Shop for a Christmas tree, browse holiday décor, snap a photo in front of a holiday tractor and sleigh, and buy some seasonal Certified SC Grown produce as the South…
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First Reliance Bank expands financial leadership team
November 18, 2020
First Reliance Bank has hired Robert Haile as Chief Financial Officer (CFO), Elizabeth Bunn as Treasurer, and elevated Jeff Paolucci into the role of Chief Risk Officer (CRO). These changes begin the first phase of…
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Southern Visions Real Estate facilitates sale of 47 acres to Lexington County School District One
November 18, 2020
Southern Visions Real Estate of Lexington, SC announced the recent closing of + / – 47 acres on Two Notch Road in Lexington. The land was purchased for $1,500,000.00 and…
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Palmetto Place designated National Safe Place for the Midlands during Homeless Youth Awareness Month
November 18, 2020
Palmetto Place Children & Youth Services is raising awareness during November’s National Homeless Youth Awareness Month by launching their partnership with National Safe Place. National Safe Place is a community…
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WI Fidelis 4-star Morningstar rating continues
November 18, 2020
Wallick Investments, LLC’s Fidelis composite received a 4-star Morningstar Rating™ among 447 Large-Cap Value products for 3-year, 5-year and Overall risk-adjusted performance as of September 30, 2020. Morningstar® is a…
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World Food Championships launches new qualifier with Lake Murray Country, SC
November 18, 2020The World Food Championships (WFC) just announced a new partnership with the Capital City/Lake Murray Country Regional Tourism Board (RTB), South Carolina to host a Super Regional qualifying event…
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Quackenbush Architects receive 3 2020 AIA Columbia Design Awards
November 18, 2020
Quackenbush Architects + Planners received three American Institute of Architects Columbia awards for its innovative work on the Center for Health and Well-Being at the University of South Carolina, a…
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First Palmetto named South Carolina’s Best Small Bank
November 18, 2020
Newsweek magazine recently named First Palmetto Bank as South Carolina’s Best Small Bank (2021) in its inaugural ranking of America’s Best Banks. Small banks were defined as those with less…
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New Jersey government awards CompuCom a Class D electronic waste recycling permit
November 18, 2020
FORT MILL, SC – CompuCom, a managed services provider and wholly owned subsidiary of The ODP Corporation announced that it has been awarded a Class D Permit (Universal Waste) for…
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COR unveils brand refresh to mark 15th anniversary
November 17, 2020
Columbia Opportunity Resource (COR) launches its new branding this week in celebration of the nonprofit organization’s 15th anniversary. COR’s current leadership shared the group’s new mission and vision statements and…
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Lewis Babcock Firm Supports Central SC Habitat for Humanity “Home for the Holidays” Fundraiser with Matching Donations
November 17, 2020
Non-profit organizations in the Midlands have been greatly impacted by the Coronavirus pandemic. While many have continued to provide services, the pandemic has negatively affected the ability to fundraise during…
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NAI Columbia facilitates downtown Columbia office lease to Williams Mullen Law Firm
November 17, 2020
NAI Columbia’s Peyton Bryant, CCIM, Ryan Causey, and Alex Johnson, represented the landlord, First Citizens Bank, in the lease of 6,181 square feet of office space located at 1230 Main…
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UofSC announces upcoming Apple authorized campus store
November 17, 2020
The University of South Carolina announced a partnership with Apple Inc. to open an Apple Authorized Campus Store (AACS) in early 2021 in the heart of the Columbia. This store…
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