Richland Library to begin Let’s Talk Race community initiative
October 1, 2020
Embark on a journey to end systemic racism during this time of unrest in our country and join Richland Library as we introduce the Let’s Talk Race community initiative. Over…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: non-profit, on-the-move
James Lemon, DMD appointed Chair of MUSC Board of Trustees
October 1, 2020
Dr. James Lemon has been appointed Chair of the Medical University of South Carolina’s (MUSC) Board of Trustees. A graduate of the James B. Edwards College of Dental Medicine at…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: health-care, on-the-move
Celebrate Agriculture, Arts and Tradition at Free, Drive-Through S.C. State Fair, Oct. 20-21
October 1, 2020
Fair food available for purchase with extended dates, Oct. 20-24 The first-ever free, Drive-Through S.C. State Fair is bringing the tradition of the State Fair to fairgoers in a new…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc, laurenscountybuzz Category: food, hospitality, on-the-move
Colliers Report: No major shifts confirm Columbia office stability amid pandemic
October 1, 2020
Research & Forecast Report Q3-2020 COLUMBIA | OFFICE Key Takeaways Overall office market occupancy barely moved this quarter. The few changes within Columbia’s offices show tenants are maintaining their current…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: commercial-real-estate, on-the-move
Big Lots to celebrate Columbia store grand re-opening
October 1, 2020
New Store Format Provides Fun and Engaging Shopping Experience During Its Grand Opening Week October 10-October 17 Big Lots announces the grand opening of its newly remodeled store in Columbia, South Carolina…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: on-the-move, retail
Military Veterans groups using PTSD one-pager developed by Richland County Sheriff’s Dept
October 1, 2020
By Alex Junes-Ward THE RICHLAND COUNTY SHERIFF’S DEPT. (RCSD) has produced and published an informational one-pager on PTSD that is being disseminated far beyond the near-1,000 employee agency it…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: health-care, military, on-the-move
SC Council on Competitiveness releases 2020 SC Logistics Study revealing an increased industry impact on state economy
October 1, 2020
The study reveals the impact of logistics in South Carolina, including revenue growth, employment, economic contribution, industry wages, and more. The SC Council on Competitiveness has released its 2020 SC…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: business-services, economic-development, on-the-move
RCSD and Richland Library team-up to read to kids
September 30, 2020
By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Richland Reads – a partnership between the Richland County Sheriff’s Dept. (RCSD) and Richland Library (formerly the Richland County Public Library) – began in…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: on-the-move
Early in-person voting begins October 5, 2020
September 30, 2020All South Carolina registered voters are eligible to vote by absentee ballot in the November 3, 2020 General Election. From October 5, 2020 through November 2, 2020 registered voters can…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: non-profit, on-the-move
NAI Columbia facilitates the significant renewal and expansion of medical office space to Prisma Health
September 30, 2020
NAI Columbia’s Peyton Bryant, CCIM, Ryan Causey and Alex Johnson represented the landlord, in the significant renewal and expansion of medical office space spanning almost half of the building located…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: commercial-real-estate, on-the-move
Institute for Child Success Releases Report on COVID-19’s Impact on Pediatric Healthcare in South Carolina
September 30, 2020
Survey Reveals Flu Vaccinations Are Critical During Pandemic The Institute for Child Success (ICS) conducted a survey of 69 pediatricians across the state in May 2020 on behalf of the…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: health-care, on-the-move
Ian Duggan named as member at Callison Tighe & Robinson
September 30, 2020
Ian Duggan is the newest member in the law firm of Callison Tighe & Robinson. Mr. Duggan is an experienced trial lawyer whose practice focuses on complex litigation. He is…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: law, on-the-move
As winter approaches, COVID-19 creates unprecedented danger for those in need
September 30, 2020
National Nonprofit One Warm Coat Launches Campaign to Keep All Americans Warm and Safe This Winter Throughout the COVID-19 crisis, Americans have stepped up to help those in need by…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: non-profit, on-the-move
Transitions Homeless Center announces 9th annual Reconstructing Home art show and auction
September 30, 2020
Transitions Homeless Center’s signature fundraiser, Reconstructing Home, is going virtual! Beginning October 1, 2020, at 12:00 pm, over 100 items will be going up for auction, including a showcase of…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: non-profit, on-the-move, philanthropy, the-arts
Byron Gipson named inaugural Unum Fellow
September 30, 2020
Fellowship program to equip Southern leaders with resources that advance racial and economic equity within their communities E Pluribus Unum (EPU) announced its inaugural class of UNUM Fellows, including South Carolina’s…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: non-profit, on-the-move
Samsung welcomes Annmarie Higgins as Human Resources Executive
September 29, 2020
Samsung Electronics Home Appliances America (SEHA) is excited to announce a new human resources executive to the Newberry team. With a sharp focus on facilitating change and improving work environments,…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: manufacturing, on-the-move
Rivers Plumbing and Electric, Inc. establishing operations in Marion County
September 29, 2020
More Than $9.1 Million Investment Will Create 150 New Jobs Rivers Plumbing and Electric, Inc., an engineering and design, prefabrication, construction and post-construction firm, today announced plans to establish operations…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: economic-development, on-the-move
Randstad US to bring 400 remote customer service jobs to South Carolina
September 29, 2020
Randstad US announces it is hiring 400 remote customer service representative jobs in South Carolina. Candidates looking for job opportunities can apply through an online portal or attend an upcoming virtual hiring…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: on-the-move
Morris and Harlan join UofSC Board of Trustees
September 29, 2020
Two new members are joining the University of South Carolina Board of Trustees following their election by the S.C. General Assembly on Sept. 23. Brian Harlan of Laurens will represent…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: education, on-the-move
Show off your Stats! Using your organization’s data to create visual content
September 29, 2020
By Stephanie Heikkila Holman NP Strategy There’s something comforting about numbers, whether it’s the way they gently guide us to sleep as children counting sheep in our beds or…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc, laurenscountybuzz Category: advice, marketing-and-communications, on-the-move, the-arts
Orangeburg Area Small Business Development Center wins SBA awards
September 29, 2020Orangeburg Area SBDC is named State and Southeast Regional SBDC of the Year The South Carolina SBDC network, the state’s principal provider of small business assistance, is pleased to announce…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: business-services, on-the-move
Calhoun, Fairfield and Lee counties to participate in community paramedicine program
September 29, 2020
Residents in Calhoun, Fairfield and Lee counties will soon be able to receive health assessments and non-emergency medical care at home from specially trained paramedics, rather than traveling to a…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: health-care, on-the-move
Lexington One Educational Foundation awards $25,000 in innovation grants
September 29, 2020
Foundation Awards $25,000 in Innovation Grants for K-8 Schools for 2020-2021 School Year The Lexington One Educational Foundation recently awarded a total of $25,000 in Innovation Grants for K-8 Schools…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: education, non-profit, on-the-move, philanthropy
Richland Library Friends and Foundation announces 2020-2021 board
September 29, 2020
The Richland Library Friends and Foundation is excited to share its 2020-2021 board with the community. Leadership positions include: Cindy Cox, Chair Bob Mathews, Vice Chair Elizabeth Black, Secretary/Treasurer The…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: non-profit, on-the-move
From social media to art exhibit: Lander University’s Doug McAbee has starring role
September 28, 2020Have you ever wondered what it would be like to star in the painting of a famous artist? The “stay-at-home” days of the COVID-19 pandemic led Lander University artist Doug…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: on-the-move, the-arts
Community Spotlight – Sean Powers, The Front Coffee & Tap
September 28, 2020
The Front Coffee & Tap officially opened in Columbia on May 11, 2020 right in the middle of the pandemic. They serve coffee, tea, beer, and wine, as well as…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: on-the-move, podcast, retail
Let Your Voice be Heard with On the Table Community Conversations Oct. 4-10, powered by Central Carolina Community Foundation
September 28, 2020
Week of community discussions aims to help move region forward The third annual On the Table initiative — powered by Central Carolina Community Foundation, the Midlands’ center for philanthropy —…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: non-profit, on-the-move, philanthropy
Orangeburg Area SBDC is named State and Southeast Regional Small Business Development Center (SBDC) of the Year
September 28, 2020
The South Carolina SBDC network, the state’s principal provider of small business assistance, is pleased to announce that its Orangeburg Area Small Business Development Center (SBDC) has been named the SBA’s 2020…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: business-services, on-the-move
United Community Bank welcomes Brian Goff as Director of Portfolio Management
September 28, 2020
United Community Bank announced the addition of Brian Goff as Director of Portfolio Management. In this new role, Goff will be responsible for the management and oversight of the bank’s…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: banking-and-finance, on-the-move
Presbyterian College revises spring semester schedule
September 28, 2020
“As we proceed through this academic year, we continue to monitor the spread of COVID-19 and plan for challenging circumstances across the next several months,” Dr. Don Raber, PC’s Provost,…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: education, on-the-move
Presbyterian College Revises Spring Semester Schedule
September 28, 2020“As we proceed through this academic year, we continue to monitor the spread of COVID-19 and plan for challenging circumstances across the next several months,” Dr. Don Raber, PC’s Provost,…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz, laurenscountybuzz Category: education, on-the-move
Colliers International brings Midway Logistics IV building in Lexington County Industrial Park to full occupancy
September 28, 2020
Magnus Development gears up to break ground on next speculative development Colliers International | South Carolina’s Chuck Salley, SIOR, Dave Mathews, SIOR, Thomas Beard and John Peebles represented Magnus Development…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: commercial-real-estate, on-the-move
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd’s Kaitlin Beck selected for Leadership Columbia’s Class of 2021
September 28, 2020
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd announced that Kaitlin Beck has been selected to participate in the Columbia Chamber of Commerce Leadership Columbia Class of 2021. As a member of the 48th Leadership…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: law, on-the-move
9th Annual Fallen Officer Memorial Ride Preview Breakfast
September 28, 2020
The Deputy Roger Rice Ride-On Funds Foundation will host a preview breakfast for the 9th Annual Fallen Officer Memorial Ride on Friday, October 16th. The breakfast will be held at Destination Powersports 23165…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc, laurenscountybuzz Category: non-profit, on-the-move
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…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: on-the-move, residential-real-estate
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…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: education, hi-tech-information-tech, manufacturing, non-profit, on-the-move, technology
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…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: education, hi-tech-information-tech, manufacturing, non-profit, on-the-move, technology
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…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: government, on-the-move
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…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: food, on-the-move, retail
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…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: education, on-the-move
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…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: food, on-the-move
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…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: education, on-the-move
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…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: education, on-the-move
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.…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: on-the-move, residential-real-estate
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…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: education, on-the-move
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…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: education, on-the-move
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…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: economic-development, manufacturing, on-the-move
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…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: food, on-the-move
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…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: chamber, on-the-move
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…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: education, health-care, on-the-move
