Capitol Places offering FREE RENT!
September 27, 2020
Capitol Places is a conventional apartment complex located in the heart of the Main Street District. We have six buildings with various apartment sizes that range from one to three…
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InnoVision Awards announces 2020 award finalists
September 27, 2020
InnoVision Awards recognizes innovation in South Carolina annually through its InnoVision Awards program. This year, InnoVision received a record number of applications reflecting both the strength of the innovation economy…
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IT-oLogy among 2020 InnoVision Awards finalists
September 27, 2020
InnoVision Awards recognizes innovation in South Carolina annually through its InnoVision Awards program. This year, InnoVision received a record number of applications reflecting both the strength of the innovation economy…
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Transportation Penny Advisory Committee to meet virtually – Sept. 28
September 25, 2020
Richland County will hold a virtual Transportation Penny Advisory Committee meeting at 5:30 p.m. Monday, Sept. 28. Those who wish to participate in the public input portion of the meeting…
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Congratulations Main Street District!
September 25, 2020
The Main Street District is excited to win Free Times Best of Columbia 2020 for the ‘Biggest Improvement in Columbia this Year’. We are proud to win this award for…
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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis Recognizes Shannon Rister of W.A. Perry Middle School as Educator of the Month
September 25, 2020
South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis has recognized W.A. Perry Middle School’s Shannon Rister as the South Carolina Financial Literacy Master Teacher Program’s Educator of the Month for September. “Without financial…
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City Center Partnership welcomes Family Fresh Mex to the Main Street District
September 25, 2020
City Center Partnership announces Family Fresh Mex is now open at 1200 Main Street (Behind the ABC Columbia building). Customers may recognize the name from the food truck at Soda…
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Record enrollments at Columbia International University and Ben Lippen School
September 25, 2020The upward enrollment trend at Columbia International University and Ben Lippen School continues in record breaking fashion. CIU’s enrollment has increased four straight years. A total of 2,145 students are…
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Native American Studies Center Hosts Press Conference, Panel Discussion on Columbus
September 25, 2020
Discussing the growing controversy over Columbus Day celebrations and Columbus statues, USC Lancaster’s Native American Studies Center will host a virtual press conference and panel discussion on Zoom from noon-1:30…
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Home Advantage Realty welcomes Michelle McDonnell
September 24, 2020
Home Advantage Realty announced that Michelle McDonell has joined the company’s Devine Street office. Michelle is a lifelong native of South Carolina who has called Columbia her home since 2001.…
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Six South Carolina Schools receive National Blue Ribbon School honors
September 24, 2020
U.S. Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos recognized six South Carolina schools nominated by State Superintendent of Education Molly Spearman as National Blue Ribbon Schools for 2020. The recognition is based on…
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PSTA response to close of session of South Carolina General Assembly
September 24, 2020
Kathy Maness, Executive Director In the midst of a pandemic, South Carolina’s teachers are working harder than ever to honor their commitment to the children of our state. Across South…
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Tactical Medical Solutions LLC expanding operations in Anderson County
September 24, 2020
More Than $1.7 Million Investment Will Create 21 New Jobs Tactical Medical Solutions LLC, a global leading developer and manufacturer of pre-hospital medical products and patient simulators, today announced plans…
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October is harvest season at the State Farmers Market
September 24, 2020
Market Restaurant Also Set to Reopen As the weather cools and the fall harvest begins, vendors at the South Carolina State Farmers Market are stocking pumpkins, decorative gourds, mums and…
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Columbia Chamber announces 2020-2021 Board of Directors
September 24, 2020
Tim Arnold, CEO and President of Colonial Life, to Chair Columbia Chamber Board of Directors The Columbia Chamber announced the 2020-2021 Board of Directors with the addition of nine new…
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Presbyterian College’s new Doctor of Occupational Therapy Program granted Candidacy Status
September 24, 2020
The Accreditation Commission of Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) recently granted the Presbyterian College Occupational Therapy Doctorate program “Candidacy Status.” In reviewing the program’s plans for opening and resources available for…
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Mashburn Construction named one of the fastest-growing companies in South Carolina
September 24, 2020
Mashburn Construction has been recognized as one of the 40 fastest growing companies in South Carolina for 2020 by SC Biz News. Celebrating within the Large business category, this represents…
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City of Columbia brings broadband access to Colony Apartment community on Beltline Boulevard
September 24, 2020City of Columbia Partners with Technology Companies, and Receives Generous Donation From Radio Personality Charlamagne Tha God, to Bring Broadband Access to Colony Apartment Community on Beltline Boulevard On Friday,…
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UofSC faculty garner more than $279 million in research and sponsored awards funding
September 24, 2020
For the sixth time in as many years, the University of South Carolina has set a new record for external research and sponsored award funding—garnering $279.5 million in funding during…
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South Carolina plans action on climate change issues
September 24, 2020
Senior environmental attorney Tom Mullikin of Camden – chair of the Governor’s Floodwater Commission – is leading efforts to help defend South Carolina from the effects of a warming planet.…
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Richland Library’s next artist-in-residence brings photojournalism into focus
September 23, 2020
A local artist who aims to facilitate real dialogue by capturing moments in time through a camera lens is sharing his talents with Richland Library over the next three months.…
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ROI Commercial assists national tenant in expansion
September 23, 2020
ROI Commercial, LLC, Principal and Broker, Sherri C. Burriss, negotiated a turn-key office lease at 209 Stoneridge Drive Columbia, SC. The stand-alone 17,200+ square foot building will be occupied by…
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U.S. News & World Report ranks Presbyterian College among nation’s best at social mobility
September 23, 2020
According to the U.S. News & World Report, “Economically disadvantaged students are less likely than others to finish college, even when controlling for other characteristics. “But some colleges are more…
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NAI Columbia facilitates $1.25 million sale of 295 acres of farming, recreational and timberland south of Columbia
September 23, 2020
NAI Columbia’s Tom Milliken, Tombo Milliken and Nelson Weston, III, represented the seller, John Foster, in the $1.25 million disposition of 295 acres of farming, recreational and timberland located on…
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Charleston Commercial adds several key downtown properties to its listings portfolio
September 23, 2020
Charleston Commercial, a key player in the downtown Charleston real estate market, has listed several well-established downtown properties for sale or lease. The company has created a portfolio of properties,…
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County Councilwoman McBride to distribute masks at Census event
September 23, 2020
Richland County Councilwoman Yvonne McBride will help give away face masks at a 2020 Census event as part of the County’s efforts to help combat the spread of COVID-19. The…
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Private donation boosts program for foster care students – Nord Family Foundation gift to support PACT at Midlands Technical College
September 23, 2020
The Prioritizing Academics and Career Training program (PACT) at Midlands Technical College (MTC) has just received a $30,000 grant. The funds come from The Nord Family Foundation. The PACT program…
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Together SC announces new board members, selected by South Carolina nonprofits
September 23, 2020
Together SC, the state’s network of nonprofit organizations and their allies for good, recently announced four new board members elected by its nonprofit member organizations from across South Carolina. They…
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Smith named to board of Black Belt Hall of Fame
September 23, 2020
By Alex Junes-Ward W. Thomas Smith Jr., a New York Times bestselling editor and former U.S. Marine, was named to the board of directors of the S.C. Black Belt Hall…
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SCDOT’s public notification of proposed safety improvements along US 176 near Columbia
September 22, 2020
The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) is providing notification of the Transportation Commission-approved public comment period. The public has the opportunity to comment on an action to amend the 2017-2022…
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Brennan Investment Group hires Rob Gage as Senior Vice President, North and South Carolina
September 22, 2020
Brennan Investment Group, a private real estate investment firm that acquires, develops, and operates industrial facilities throughout the United States, is pleased to announce that Rob Gage has joined the company as Senior…
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SCDOT’s public notification of proposed conversion of Cross Island Parkway to non-tolled road in Hilton Head
September 22, 2020
The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) is providing notification of the Transportation Commission-approved public comment period for the proposed conversion of the Cross Island Parkway toll facility in to…
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City of West Columbia and Town of Springdale partner for $20,000 grant to launch Employee Financial Wellness Programs
September 22, 2020
The Grant is Part of a New National Initiative Supported by the Wells Fargo Foundation in Collaboration with the Center for State and Local Government Excellence, the International Public Management…
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AccelerateSC offers centralized dashboards for citizens to quickly find COVID-19, economic revitalization data
September 22, 2020
The state’s one-stop website, accelerate.sc.gov, now provides South Carolinians a single place to see the latest data about economic revitalization efforts, COVID-19 statistics and many other topics. Citizens can access…
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Historic Columbia announces winners of 21st annual Volunteer Awards
September 22, 2020
Historic Columbia is happy to announce the winners of this year’s Volunteer Awards. For the past two decades, Historic Columbia has recognized the dedication of time and energy of its…
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Maxwood Furniture expanding operations in Marion County
September 22, 2020
More Than $5.8 Million Investment Will Create 30 New Jobs Maxwood Furniture, a manufacturer and distributor of bedroom furniture, today announced plans to expand operations in Marion County. The more…
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SeamonWhiteside launches AutoCAD Civil 3D app for lot grading
September 22, 2020
New app speeds up the lot grading and labeling process for more efficient planning SeamonWhiteside, a full-service land design firm with offices throughout the Carolinas, has released a Lot Grading…
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South Carolina Cancer Alliance seeking Board of Director members
September 22, 2020
Since 2003, the South Carolina Cancer Alliance has been dedicated to the prevention and early detection of cancer, as well as improving the treatment of those affected by this disease.…
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SCRA announces new SC Launch Director
September 22, 2020
The South Carolina Research Authority (SCRA) has announced that Russell Cook was recently named Director of SC Launch and Executive Director of SC Launch, Inc. Cook will be responsible for…
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ORS creates consumer information portal, impact sheet for Dominion rate case
September 21, 2020
The Office of Regulatory Staff has launched a new page on its website dedicated to educating consumers about the proposed rate increase requested by Dominion Energy South Carolina (formerly SCE&G),…
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Nexsen Pruet adds Mark Harmon as Government Affairs Advisor
September 21, 2020
South Carolina public policy veteran Mark Harmon has joined Nexsen Pruet. He will work with the firm’s Public Policy and Governmental Affairs Group in Columbia. Mark brings to the firm deep experience in Palmetto…
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NAI Columbia developed and brokered the investment sale of the new construction O’Reilly Auto Parts store in Chapin
September 21, 2020
NAI Columbia’s Ben Kelly, CCIM, and Patrick Chambers represented the seller, Chapin Road Partners, in the development and investment sale of the new construction O’Reilly Auto Parts store located at…
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Richland Library releases 25th edition of Kids in Print
September 21, 2020
Showcasing the talents of young people across the Midlands, Richland Library is releasing its annual literary magazine, Kids in Print 2020, and marking a special anniversary with the 25th edition.…
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Freeway Music School expands virtual services, offers scholarships
September 21, 2020
Columbia, South Carolina’s locally owned, premier music school — has launched new virtual and socially distanced technique lessons, showcases, recitals, studio time and music videos, along with new scholarships, positively…
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Deputy State Treasurer Cynthia Dannels graduates from Leadership South Carolina
September 21, 2020
South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis announced the graduation of Deputy State Treasurer Cynthia Dannels from Leadership South Carolina’s Class of 2020. Dannels also has the distinction of being elected by…
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S.C. Sea Grant Board of Directors virtual meeting – September 30
September 21, 2020
The S.C. Sea Grant Consortium Board of Directors will hold a virtual annual meeting from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. on September 30, 2020. Items on the agenda include discussion…
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TD Bank selects local nonprofit MIRCI as the recipient of TD Bank Touchdowns Program
September 21, 2020
This football season, TD Bank will partner with the University of South Carolina Gamecocks to help support, local nonprofit, MIRCI – Mental Illness Recovery Center Inc. The TD Bank Touchdowns…
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2020 Green Tie Award winners
September 21, 2020
Since 2009, the Green Tie Awards have brought together South Carolina’s business, political, and conservation communities to honor the achievements of leaders who have protected our air, land, and water…
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Richland Two Board of Trustees to meet Tuesday, September 22
September 21, 2020
The Richland Two Board of Trustees will hold a regularly scheduled board meeting on Tuesday, September 22, 2020, at 4:30 p.m. After calling the meeting to order, the board will convene in Executive Session. Public Session will resume at…
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Richland Library announces expansion of services, starting 9/21
September 21, 2020
Richland Library is announcing the expansion of services with minimal contact. Starting Monday, September 21, there are new hours of operation for our locations with pick-up windows and the library’s…
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