CIU announces director of upcoming Nursing program
October 28, 2020
In preparation for a Nursing degree program at Columbia International University, Dr. Jill McElheny has been hired as the program director to begin laying a solid foundation for the future…
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RCSD tests aviation assets
October 28, 2020
By W. Thomas Smith, Jr. Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott took to the air Tues. afternoon,, Oct. 27, as pilots with the Richland County Sheriff’s Dept. (RCSD) Aviation Unit tested…
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VentureSouth recognized as a Top 10 angel group in North America
October 28, 2020
VentureSouth announced that it has been recognized as one of the top 10 angel investment groups in North America for the 3rd time. The ranking comes from the Angel Capital…
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Mungo to begin spring construction of affordable residential development, The Oaks at St. Anna’s
October 28, 2020
The first phase of construction on a new development, The Oaks at St. Anna’s, will begin in April 2021 and includes 285 affordable residential units constructed on the former Gonzales…
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From client to associate agent at The ART of Real Estate: Cheryl Grillo’s Story
October 28, 2020
The ART of Real Estate is pleased to announce Cheryl Grillo has joined the company’s Columbia office as Associate Agent. As a past client of The ART of Real Estate,…
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Promoting Personal Finance Education Through Collaboration
October 28, 2020By State Treasurer Curtis Loftis and Jim Morris, CEO of SC Economics Personal finance education has never been more relevant than it is today in the COVID-19 era. The…
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MTC renews Early Childhood Education accreditation
October 28, 2020
The Early Childhood Development Program at Midlands Technical College has renewed its accreditation through The National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC). “This process and recognition demonstrate our…
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Dockside Logistics establishing operations in Dorchester County
October 27, 2020
$8.5 Million Investment Will Create 26 New Jobs Dockside Logistics, a leading warehousing and distribution company, announced plans to establish operations in Dorchester County. The $8.5 million investment will create…
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Face mask distribution set for Richland Library North Main
October 27, 2020
Richland Library is partnering with Richland County Councilwoman Yvonne McBride to get face masks into the hands of local residents within her district. Starting Wednesday, October 28, customers can pick…
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The Lexington One Educational Foundation welcomes seven new board members
October 27, 2020The Lexington One Educational Foundation recently welcomed seven new members to its board of directors: Michael L. Boone, Harriet Poe Coker, Angela C. Douda, Kim Shealy Jeffcoat, LaMyron Jenkins, Dani…
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South Carolina firefighters deliver 200 opioid antidotes in effort to prevent overdoses and save lives
October 27, 2020
Firefighters administering opioid overdose antidotes are having a significant impact in the battle against opioid overdose deaths in South Carolina, reaching a milestone number of 200 naloxone administrations for suspected…
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Columbia SC Visitors Center launches online store
October 27, 2020
The Columbia SC Visitors Center, located at the corner of Gervais and Lincoln Streets and operated by Experience Columbia SC, officially launches an online store today. Merchandise available for purchase…
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Continental Tire the Americas, LLC expanding headquarters in Lancaster County
October 27, 2020
Company Investing More Than $20 Million into the Expansion Continental Tire the Americas, LLC (Continental), a manufacturer and distributer of premium tires, today announced plans to expand the company’s Lancaster…
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Columbia Museum of Art’s board of trustees adds five new members
October 27, 2020
The Columbia Museum of Art announces five new members elected to serve on its board of trustees for the 2020 – 2021 term: Mr. Charles L. Aiken, Mrs. Alicia Barnes,…
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New free and painless COVID-19 testing site opens Wednesday at Central Carolina Technical College in Sumter
October 27, 2020
Testing opens at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 28. Book an appointment at www.tourhealth.com. Beginning Wednesday, Oct. 28, residents and visitors can receive free and painless COVID-19 testing at a drive-through…
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Presbyterian College awarded $500,000 to fund biomedical research
October 27, 2020
Presbyterian College is one of only 15 primarily undergraduate institutions in South Carolina to be awarded a grant supporting biomedical research. The $500,000 award from the National Institutes of Health…
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Southern First reports results for third quarter 2020
October 27, 2020
Southern First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: SFST), holding company for Southern First Bank, today announced its financial results for the three- and nine-month period ended September 30, 2020. “I am proud…
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Compassionate Communication
October 27, 2020
By Kara Gormley Meador NP Strategy While my home base is no longer a cubical inside a television newsroom where eight monitors blast shows from all of the major…
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The Surgery Center at Midlands Orthopaedics & Neurosurgery earns Blue Distinction® Center+ Designation for Quality and Cost-Efficiency in Spine Surgery
October 27, 2020
BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina has selected The Surgery Center at Midlands Orthopaedics & Neurosurgery as a Blue Distinction Center+ for Spine Surgery, as part of the Blue Distinction Specialty…
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Sylvan Learning providing discount on Homework Support until Election Day
October 27, 2020
Sylvan Learning Center locations across the Midlands are providing discounts on their Homework Support package until Election Day. Sylvan’s Homework Support is led by certified teachers, who already have an…
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MEBA’s Virtual Career Fairs
October 27, 2020
Create career connections with students in the Midlands by sharing your career pathway. Please consider participating in one or both of MEBA’s virtual career fairs: “Careers in Our Community” for…
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Mayor Steve Benjamin presents Keys to the City to former owners of Yesterday’s Restaurant
October 27, 2020In Recognition of the Restaurant’s Decades of Economic & Cultural Contributions to Five Points & City of Columbia On Tuesday, October 27 Mayor Steve Benjamin will present the Keys to…
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Richland Library Southeast makes service adjustment on 11/3
October 26, 2020
Richland Library is announcing our Southeast location (7421 Garners Ferry Road) will serve as a polling place for the 2020 General Election, and in the interest of public safety, library…
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Dynamic Agent Duo Britt Cannon and Mike Kijak Join The ART of Real Estate
October 26, 2020
The ART of Real Estate announced Britt Cannon and Mike Kijak have joined the company’s Lake Murray office. Britt and Mike are a dynamic pair of real estate professionals that…
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Transportation Penny Advisory Committee to Meet Virtually
October 23, 2020
Richland County will hold a virtual Transportation Penny Advisory Committee meeting at 5:30 p.m. Monday, Oct. 26. Those who wish to participate in the public input portion of the meeting…
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Jasmine Smith to participate in Riley Institute’s Diversity Leaders Initiative
October 23, 2020
Jasmine Smith, an attorney with Robinson Gray, has been named to the Fall 2020 class of the Riley Institute’s Diversity Leaders Initiative. The Riley Institute at Furman started the DLI…
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Hear from award-winning writer about finding joy amid mental health struggles
October 23, 2020
Join Richland Library and hear from an award-winning writer during Meet the Author: Jenny Lawson from 7 – 8:30 p.m., Friday, November 6. Please register at richlandlibrary.com or call 803-799-9084…
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RSVP Carolinas poised to celebrate 20-year anniversary
October 23, 2020
An upcoming 20th business anniversary, a new home base for the company, and a strong growth plan have recently brought RSVP Carolinas providers Greg and Nancy Kilgore to Greenville. Poised…
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Richland Library announces browsing & computer use options, starting 10/26
October 23, 2020
As Richland Library continues to thoughtfully and intentionally expand services across our system, we’re preparing to safely offer options for browsing and computer use, starting Monday, October 26. Outdoor browsing…
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RCSD chosen for rapid COVID-testing pilot program
October 22, 2020By W. Thomas Smith Jr. The Richland County Sheriff’s Dept. (RCSD) was selected by the S.C. Dept. of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) to be the pilot agency for a…
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LS3P’S Bria Prioleau Wigfall wins AIA South Carolina Associates Award
October 22, 2020
LS3P is pleased to congratulate Columbia’s Bria Prioleau Wigfall, Associate AIA, APA, on winning the 2020 American Institute of Architects (AIA) South Carolina Associates Award. This distinction recognizes Associate AIA…
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Terminix warns about COVID-19 effects on rodent Behavior
October 22, 2020
While the cooler temperatures of fall and winter typically increase the number of rodent infestations, the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and lack of primary food sources are also impacting the behavior…
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DHEC, UofSC, to lead year-long initiative to evaluate COVID-19 infection and immunity over time
October 22, 2020
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) and the University of South Carolina (UofSC) are leading an extensive initiative to fortify the state’s response to COVID-19. This science-guided,…
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USDA invests $62 million in rural South Carolina electric infrastructure
October 22, 2020
Highlights Record Investments in FY 2020 Investments to Benefit 1.4 Million Rural Residents and Businesses in 25 States U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue today announced that the U.S. Department…
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The ART of Real Estate welcomes Nick Clark
October 22, 2020
The ART of Real Estate announced Nick Clark has joined the company as Associate Agent at their Lake Murray office. Most recently a REALTORⓇ in the Virginia residential market, Clark…
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Over $330,000 raised in Michelin’s Virtual Charity Golf Tournament
October 22, 2020
Michelin hosts virtual fundraiser to benefit 10 charity partners Over $9 million raised through Michelin’s annual charity golf tournament over the past 31 years Michelin North America, Inc., has raised…
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Russian media trolls spread disinformation
October 22, 2020
Over the last several years, Russian social media trolls have been skilled in peddling misinformation campaigns to divide the American public. That’s the message Capital Rotarians heard from guest speaker…
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Mayor Benjamin to visit Doing The Most Good Academy at The Salvation Army of the Midlands
October 22, 2020
Mayor Benjamin will visit the Doing The Most Good Academy at The Salvation Army Center for Worship and Service on Thursday, October 22 at 1:30pm. “We look forward to Mayor…
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United Community Banks, Inc. reports third quarter results
October 21, 2020United Community Banks, Inc. reported third quarter financial results, including solid year-over-year loan and deposit growth and record operating efficiency. United delivered net income of $47.6 million and pre-tax pre-provision…
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First Community Corporation announces third quarter results and cash dividend
October 21, 2020First Community Corporation (Nasdaq: FCCO), the holding company for First Community Bank, reported net income for the third quarter of 2020 of $2.652 million as compared to $2.898 million in the third quarter of…
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County seeks input on Neighborhood Plan for Northeast Richland
October 21, 2020
Residents of Northeast Richland have an opportunity to weigh in on plans for the area’s future. In fall 2019, Richland County began work on a neighborhood plan for the Sandhills…
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CompTIA ITF+ exam prep for high school students is now offered at IT-oLogy
October 21, 2020
IT-oLogy is now offering online, instructor-led exam preparation for the CompTIA IT Fundamentals Certification for high school students in grades 11 and 12. Students will not only gain access to…
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CIU Chaplaincy Professor honored with national award
October 21, 2020
As Columbia International University Chaplaincy Professor Dr. Mike Langston sat in the back of the meeting room, he thought it was rather strange that no one gave him an itinerary…
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Register online for the The Salvation Army Christmas Toy Assistance
October 21, 2020
Registration for The Salvation Army of the Midlands Christmas Assistance program begins online Monday, October 19 through Friday, October 30. Register at SAAngelTree.org. No invitation code necessary. Limited number of…
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Richland Library announces partnership to distribute face masks at three locations
October 21, 2020
In an effort to slow the spread of COVID-19, Richland Library is partnering with Richland County Councilwoman Allison Terracio to distribute 2,000 face masks within her district. Starting Wednesday, October…
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Phase 1 of Smart Reef System installed off S.C. coast
October 21, 2020
Partnership between S.C. Floodwater Commission and Coastal Carolina University will generate offshore and marine information in real time PHASE ONE of a sensor-laden “smart [ocean] reef” system capable of gathering…
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Scott and Company’s Richard Bhola joins South Carolina Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors
October 20, 2020
Scott and Company LLC, one of South Carolina’s leading accounting, tax, and consulting firms, is pleased to announce that Richard Bhola has joined the South Carolina Chamber of Commerce Board of…
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Turner Padget boosts insurance practice in Columbia
October 20, 2020
Turner Padget announced the addition of Abigail “Abby” Bray as an associate in its Insurance Coverage & Bad Faith practice in Columbia. Bray represents insurers, including policyholders and carriers, with…
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Low-cost carrier to begin service at CAE this December
October 20, 2020
Silver Airways has announced they would begin service out of Columbia Metropolitan Airport, Thursday, December 17, 2020. The low-cost carrier, offering fares as low as $49 one way for the…
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Crawford Prezioso of Colliers International finds new location for Chosen Uno Training in Columbia
October 20, 2020
Colliers International | South Carolina Brokerage Associate Crawford Prezioso represented Chosen Uno Training Facility LLC in leasing 1,100 square feet at 2627 Millwood Avenue in Columbia. “Gyms and workout spaces…
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