United Community Bank announces plans to begin reopening branch lobbies
June 30, 2020
United Community Bank has announced they are reopening lobbies for additional branch locations across their four-state footprint, effective this week. United closed its lobbies on March 24 in response to…
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David E. “Gene” Branham Sr. reappointed to second term on SCDOT Commission
June 30, 2020
David E. “Gene” Branham Sr., has been reappointed to serve a second term on the South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) Commission. Branham, of Kershaw County and representing the 5th…
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Take the open road to Southeast U.S. destinations that welcome families this summer
June 30, 2020The Travel Media Press Room is home to digital press rooms of approximately 30 Southeastern Destinations, including credited and captioned, downloadable high-resolution images. If you don’t see what you need, please email [email protected].…
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July 4th on Lake Murray in on!
June 30, 2020
The Capital City/ Lake Murray Country Regional Tourism Board is pleased to present Lake Murray’s July 4th Celebration scheduled for Saturday, July 4th. At approximately 9:15 or dark, fireworks will…
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July 4th on Lake Murray
June 30, 2020The Capital City/ Lake Murray Country Regional Tourism Board is pleased to present Lake Murray’s July 4th Celebration scheduled for Saturday, July 4th. At approximately 9:15 or dark, fireworks will launch…
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South Carolina State Museum moves to phase two of reopening
June 30, 2020
State Museum Expands Hours and More Ahead of Holiday Weekend The South Carolina State Museum will move into phase two of its reopening plan starting June 30, 2020. More museum…
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NHE adds Riverstone Community to growing South Carolina Homeowners Association portfolio
June 29, 2020
Noted Southeastern association and property management firm NHE, Inc. has added the Riverstone community in Simpsonville to the rapidly growing portfolio of community associations that it manages. The community is…
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Interstate lane closures restricted to help holiday traffic flow
June 29, 2020
To help holiday traffic flow, the South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) prohibits lane closures on interstate highways for non-emergency highway work during the Fourth of July holiday travel period. These restrictions…
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Summer camps continue at Town Theatre – virtual AND in-person!
June 29, 2020
Summer Camps Continue at Town Theatre! Let’s go! Summer camp is in full swing ~ virtual AND in person options for ALL ages are available July 6-31. We offer a…
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County forming virtual groups to tap public input on water resources
June 29, 2020
The County’s Stormwater Management Division is launching virtual focus groups to gather public input as the division develops outreach programs to address surface water quality in local streams and creeks.…
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Engage in Honest Dialogue during Local Let’s Talk Race Program – July 1
June 29, 2020
In an effort to address the topic of systemic racism in our state and country, join Richland Library for a virtual Let’s Talk Race discussion from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.,…
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Congaree Land Trust announces new conservation easement in the ACE Basin
June 29, 2020
Safeguarding Farmland in Barnwell County 329.92 acres of privately owned farmland in Barnwell County are now conserved, thanks to the collaborative efforts of the Congaree Land Trust (CLT), the South…
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City of Columbia to distribute masks to citizens starting Monday, June 29
June 29, 2020
#MaskUpColumbia The City of Columbia will be providing masks to citizens at several locations throughout the City, while supplies last. Businesses are responsible for providing masks to their employees, and/or…
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Terminix releases Top 15 Mosquito Cities list
June 26, 2020
To mark the official beginning of Summer, Terminix Service, Inc., (TSI), the nation’s tenth-largest pest control company, unveils the top 15 cities in the Carolinas and Central Savannah River Area…
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Hot meals are resuming next week for Meals on Wheels clients in Richland County and volunteers are needed
June 26, 2020
Next Tuesday, June 30, we will resume the daily delivery of hot meals to our Meals on Wheels clients in Richland County. Meals on Wheels provides home-delivered meals to elderly,…
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Operations and supply chain undergrad program climbs to No. 5 in Gartner ranking
June 26, 2020
The Moore School’s undergraduate operations and supply chain program is ranked No. 5 in North America, according to the Gartner Top 25 Supply Chain University Programs for 2020 released on Wednesday. The…
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Midlands Sylvan Learning Centers announce July Summer Camps
June 26, 2020
Parents looking for summer camps that will help their children become more confident in their math and science skills may have luck looking at Sylvan Learning Center’s camps in Columbia…
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City Center Partnership announces Southeastern Esthetics Institute is opening a new 27,000 SF campus in the Main Street District
June 26, 2020
City Center Partnership (CCP) announced Southeastern Esthetics Institute is opening a new 27,000 square foot school at 1644 Main Street in 2021. Southeastern Esthetics Institute is partnering with Sherer Architects…
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Sarah Gams of Spring Hill High School named 2021 South Carolina Teacher of the Year
June 25, 2020
State Superintendent of Education Molly Spearman, Lexington-Richland School District Five superintendent, Dr. Christina Melton, and others surprised Sarah Gams at her home today with news that she was selected as…
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PurePower Technologies names Stephen Gow director of business development and sales
June 25, 2020
PurePower Technologies (PPT), a leader in the engineering and remanufacturing of diesel fuel injectors and turbochargers, announced Stephen Gow as director of business development and sales. Reporting to Managing Director…
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Mullikin receives two Senate Resolutions
June 25, 2020
By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Less than a week before global expedition leader Tom Mullikin begins the first leg of his month-long 500-mile trek across South Carolina, the chairman of…
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City of Columbia releases mask ordinance FAQs
June 25, 2020
Q: Why do I need to wear a mask? A: The virus that causes COVID-19 is most commonly spread through respiratory droplets produced when an infected person sneezes, coughs or…
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Pipeline Packaging moves to new facility In South Carolina
June 25, 2020
Pipeline Packaging, the largest US distributor of rigid industrial containers, relocated its Charlotte, NC office to Fort Mill, SC. “The southeast market is very important to Pipeline Packaging and I’d like to thank…
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1,291 new confirmed cases of the novel coronavirus COVID-19 in South Carolina
June 25, 2020
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) today announced 1,291 new confirmed cases and 12 new probable cases of the novel coronavirus COVID-19, and 10 additional confirmed deaths. There are currently 832 hospital…
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SCRA funds additional $1.5 million in response to COVID-19
June 25, 2020
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the South Carolina Research Authority (SCRA) and its investment affiliate, SC Launch, Inc. have dedicated an additional $1.5 million in funding to support businesses…
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First Reliance Bank and MUSC Health Florence Division establish innovative partnerships to keep patients and health providers connected
June 25, 2020
First Reliance Bank announced a partnership with MUSC Health Florence Division, in conjunction with MUSC’s Florence Office of External Affairs, to donate 26 Apple iPad’s to its medical centers. This…
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SC Manufacturers Alliance congratulates Bill McCrary for 50 years with William Barnet & Son, LLC
June 24, 2020
The South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance (SCMA) is congratulating Mr. William “Bill” V. McCrary Jr. on the 50th anniversary of employment with William Barnet & Son, LLC in Spartanburg, South Carolina.…
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Becky Bean promoted to Director of Communications
June 24, 2020
Rebecca “Becky” Bean, communications manager with the South Carolina School Boards Association (SCSBA) has been promoted to Director of Communications. Bean, who has more than 10 years of public relations…
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Kennedy Pharmacy Innovation Center names new chair
June 24, 2020
The Kennedy Pharmacy Innovation Center (KPIC) announced that James Lindsay Cobbs has been named chair for the center. In his role, Cobbs will focus on creating a regulatory affairs program…
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Holy City Linen expanding operations in Charleston County
June 24, 2020
$12.4 Million Investment Will Create 254 New Jobs Holy City Linen, a commercial laundry service company, today announced plans to expand operations in Charleston County. The company’s $12.4 million investment…
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Enjoy Some Cool Jazz on a Summer Night with Richland Library – June 26
June 24, 2020
With temperatures rising outside, enjoy a night of cool jazz from the comfort of your home. Join Richland Library for Evening Arts: Ara-Viktoria from 7 – 8 p.m., Friday, June…
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Columbia Metropolitan Airport now offering free face masks for travelers
June 24, 2020
Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) is now offering free masks for travelers courtesy of The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT). DOT recently announced their distribution of cloth facial coverings to the…
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Ridge View principal recognized for supporting student activities
June 24, 2020
Learning new dance moves during Hispanic Heritage Month or allowing students to slime her to raise money for the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, Dr. Brenda Mack-Foxworth does it all. Her…
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Six Richland Two educators qualify for inaugural state financial literacy cohort
June 24, 2020Six of the 36 educators in the inaugural South Carolina Financial Literacy Master Teacher Program are from Richland School District Two. State Treasurer Curtis Loftis launched this new statewide initiative…
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ORBIS expanding fabrication capabilities in Greenville County, SC
June 24, 2020
ORBIS® Corporation, an international leader in reusable packaging, has expanded its metal rack fabrication capabilities and relocated into a larger facility in Greenville County, South Carolina. Investment and job additions…
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County of Lexington: County Council suspends discussions, planning for Capital Project Sales Tax
June 24, 2020
During a meeting held Tuesday, Lexington County Council voted to suspend discussions and planning regarding the Capital Project Sales Tax, more commonly known as the Penny Sales Tax. The vote…
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City of Columbia passes ordinance concerning face coverings
June 24, 2020
On Tuesday, June 23, 2020 the City of Columbia passed a city-wide ordinance concerning the use of face coverings in restaurants, retail stores, salons, grocery stores and pharmacies. The Five…
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Makers of SubSafe debut innovative new social-distancing tool: Social Bands
June 24, 2020
The entrepreneurs who made their debut on Shark Tank with the popular SubSafe product have just launched their next great idea: Social Bands. In light of the current social-distancing guidelines, Social Bands was created to…
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South Carolina State Museum Commission and Foundation Board names new executive director
June 24, 2020
The South Carolina State Museum Commission and the South Carolina State Museum Foundation Board are excited to announce Amy Bartow-Melia as the new executive director of the South Carolina State…
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Hospitality leaders announce new initiative aimed to protect patrons and employees
June 23, 2020
In collaboration with South Carolina’s hospitality leaders, Governor Henry McMaster announced the South Carolina Palmetto Priority. The Palmetto Priority is a restaurant commitment aimed at instilling confidence with restaurant-goers as…
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Richland Library expands limited services, starting 6/24
June 23, 2020
Following a successful pilot of processing the existing holds of more than 2,000 customers, Richland Library is expanding its limited services to provide physical materials with minimal contact to all…
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Colliers International Dealmakers: Recent purchases, sales, leases and investments in South Carolina
June 23, 2020
Colliers International | South Carolina announced the following recently completed commercial real estate transactions from our offices across the state: Charleston, SC Markus Kastenholz, CCIM represented The Beebe Family, LP…
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The COMET, community partners, launch tribute honoring civil rights icon
June 23, 2020
The Central Midlands Regional Transit Authority (The COMET), along with Columbia SC 63, Historic Columbia, Richland Library and Midlands area municipalities launched a tribute honoring local civil rights icon, Sarah…
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Nephron, UofSC work together to expand COVID-19 testing for Gamecock students, faculty, staff
June 23, 2020
Robotic Liquid Handler, Donated by Kennedys, Increases University’s Daily Test Capacity Nephron Pharmaceuticals Corporation and the University of South Carolina are working together to expand COVID-19 testing for the Gamecock…
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Power Pool Plus, Inc. establishing operations in Greenwood County
June 23, 2020
$1.5 Million Investment to Create 21 New Jobs Power Pool Plus, Inc., an industrial generator manufacturer, contract steel fabricator and generator service provider, today announced plans to establish operations in…
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2020 Business Lexpo – July 9
June 23, 2020
See the latest products and services from businesses and restaurants in and around one of South Carolina’s fastest growing counties at the Business Lexpo on Thursday, July 9 at River…
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Richland County seeks feedback on wearing masks to stem COVID-19 spread
June 23, 2020
Richland County is seeking input on whether to require residents to wear face coverings in public to help stop the continued spread of COVID-19. Some members of County Council requested…
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Looking for Some Extra Cash This Summer? Check out the State Treasurer’s website
June 23, 2020
By State Treasurer Curtis Loftis Over the past few months, South Carolinians have been busy searching for financial relief anywhere they can find it. In addition to those who…
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James Lindler promoted to Senior Claims Analyst
June 23, 2020
James Lindler, Workers’ Compensation Claims Analyst with the South Carolina School Boards Insurance Trust (SCSBIT), has been promoted to Senior Claims Analyst. Lindler, who has 21 years of experience as…
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DHEC increases testing goals each month through end of the year
June 23, 2020
As positive cases of the novel coronavirus COVID-19 are on the rise in South Carolina, the state is increasing its goal of testing approximately 110,000 residents per month to 165,000…
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