Morse joins Morton & Gettys
November 17, 2025
LeAnne Burnett Morse, a long-time York County resident, has joined Morton & Gettys. Her practice will focus on probate litigation and family law. Morse is a graduate of the University…
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Flock and Rally receives three honors at the 2025 IABC/SC Palmetto Awards
November 17, 2025
Flock and Rally, an award-winning integrated communications and marketing agency headquartered in Columbia, South Carolina, was honored with three awards from the 2025 International Association of Business Communicators awards for the…
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Together SC celebrates its 1,000th member and welcomes new Membership & Development Manager, Grace Williams
November 17, 2025
Together SC, the state’s network for nonprofit and philanthropic leaders, announced a major organizational milestone: the enrollment of its 1,000th member. This benchmark reflects the growing strength, trust, and statewide…
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Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd recognized in 2026 ‘Best Law Firms’ by Best Lawyers®
November 17, 2025
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. has been named a top-tier firm by Best Lawyers® in its 2026 “Best Law Firms” rankings for the 17th consecutive year. The firm earned a national…
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Military Veterans Hall of Fame inductees address media in front of 9/11 memorial
November 17, 2025S.C. Military Veterans Hall of Fame holds Veterans Month press conference at Columbia Convention Center, site of the Hall’s permanent home By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Days after celebrating…
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Finlay Park grand re-opening – Saturday & Sunday, November 15-16
November 14, 2025
As excitement builds for the Grand Re-Opening of Finlay Park, the City of Columbia has released important details on parking, shuttle transportation and safety guidelines for the celebration set for…
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Terracon names Gene Partin Columbia, SC operations manager
November 14, 2025
Terracon, a leading national consulting engineering firm comprised of engineers, scientists, architects, facilities experts, and field professionals, announces Gene Partin, CHMM, has been named operations manager of the company’s Columbia, South Carolina…
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e-vos expands IT support services with new office in Columbia, South Carolina
November 13, 2025
e-vos, a leading provider of IT support and technology solutions for small businesses based in South Carolina, announced the opening of its newest office in Columbia. This expansion marks a…
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Ellison Kibler team ranked No. 4 nationally on Forbes Wealth Management list
November 13, 2025
The Ellison Kibler team has been ranked No. 4 in the nation on Forbes’ 2025 “America’s Top Wealth Management Teams High Net Worth” list, the publication announced Wednesday. The rankings…
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The Duke Endowment makes $1 million grant for food aid during government shutdown
November 13, 2025
The grant to Feeding the Carolinas will support all ten major food banks in North & South Carolina Feeding the Carolinas, the association of food banks in North Carolina and…
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America Recycles Day: drop off paper, hazardous waste this Saturday
November 13, 2025
Richland County residents can drop off unwanted household items for America Recycles Day this Saturday, Nov. 15. The free event will take place from 8 a.m. to noon at Columbia…
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Truliant & Truliant Foundation matching donations for holiday hunger relief
November 13, 2025
To combat food insecurity during the holidays, Truliant is teaming up with the Truliant Foundation by matching donations made to the Truliant Foundation through December 31 to support regional food…
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Trustus Theatre presents Into the Woods, a magical journey through fairy tales and consequences
November 13, 2025
Trustus Theatre Presents Into the Woods, a Magical Journey Through Fairy Tales and Consequences Trustus Theatre invites audiences to journey Into the Woods this holiday season with Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine’s Tony…
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Samsung hosted 9th annual Veterans Day Luncheon
November 13, 2025
650 meals were provided to veterans during the drive-thru event On Saturday, November 1, Samsung Electronics Home Appliances America (SEHA) hosted its Ninth Annual Veterans Day Luncheon in Newberry, continuing…
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The significance of the moment
November 12, 2025
There was no email on Friday because last Friday was Grandparents Day… and this was our first Grandparents Day for any of our grandkids at their school. So, we were…
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Where The Dead Live On
November 12, 2025
By Tom Poland On a sultry August Sunday I drove up on Shady Grove Methodist Church. Seeing it resurrected James Agee’s “Shady Grove, Alabama, July 1936,” his description of…
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The joy of “ageless”
November 12, 2025
By Reba Hull Campbell photo credit: Shell Suber I celebrated my 65th birthday this week secure in the fact I’m not yet “old.” That’s because I continue failing to…
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Magnus Development breaks ground on third industrial building at 803 Park
November 12, 2025
Magnus Development Partners announced the groundbreaking of Gateway 4, a 120,000 SF spec industrial building at 803 Park in Lexington County, SC. The project is adjacent to CAE Airport, the…
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United Community honors Veterans Day through donations across Southeast
November 12, 2025
United Community is honoring Veterans Day with $30,000 in donations to organizations across its footprint in support of veterans and their families. “We owe so many of the freedoms and…
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Infinity Marketing’s Caroline Sievers honored with Charleston’s “Best & Brightest” award
November 12, 2025
Infinity Marketing (“Infinity”), a marketing agency founded on principles of people, partnership, and performance, congratulates Caroline Sievers, a valued Infinity employee of six years, on being named one of Charleston’s…
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4-Star Morningstar Rating™ continues for faith and factor ETF licensing Wallick Investments’ Fidelis 100 Index
November 12, 2025
Inspire Fidelis Multi Factor ETF, mandated to replicate Wallick Investments, LLC’s Fidelis 100 Index, continues to receive a 4-Star Morningstar Rating™ for 3 year risk-adjusted performance out of 375 US…
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Collins & Lacy, P.C. welcomes Shera L. Silvis as Director of Human Resources
November 11, 2025
Collins & Lacy, P.C. welcomed veteran human resources professional Shera Silvis to the firm as Director of Human Resources. Shera earned her bachelor’s degree in history from the University of…
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Collins & Lacy, P.C. welcomes Emily B. Peebles to trucking and construction practice groups
November 11, 2025
Collins & Lacy, P.C. welcomed attorney Emily Peebles to its trucking and construction practice groups. Emily earned her bachelor’s degree in biology from the Georgia Institute of Technology. She earned…
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Lexington District One recognizes the Lexington One Educational Foundation for 30 years of support
November 11, 2025
During the Lexington County School District One School Board meeting that was held on Tuesday, October 21, 2025, the Lexington One Educational Foundation was recognized for 30 years of support…
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What’s the opposite of bravery?
November 11, 2025
By Alan Cooper Publisher I was at the tennis courts last week playing doubles, and during a break, we started talking about Veterans Day. I mentioned the importance of what…
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GATHER COLA announces grand opening in the BullStreet District
November 11, 2025Gather COLA, Columbia’s only open-air food hall, announced its grand opening on Friday, December 5, 2025, in the heart of the BullStreet District. Located at 2191 Pickens Street, Gather GOLA…
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Light up the night at NEON Joy in Five Points!
November 11, 2025
Five Points shines bright with a night of lights, music, and holiday cheer on Friday, November 21 The holiday season in Columbia officially kicks off in Five Points with NEON…
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Learn what soldiers ate during the American Revolution
November 11, 2025
Most of us are looking forward to a fine feast on the 27th of this month – turkey and all the trimmings. That’s our way of celebrating something that happened…
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The 34th Annual Toy Soldier Show is Saturday, Nov. 15
November 11, 2025
Heads up! The latest intelligence indicates that tiny armies are scheduled to invade Columbia on Saturday. They will establish a beachhead at S.C. Confederate Relic Room & Military Museum. There’s…
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New Vision Med Spa celebrates grand opening in Columbia
November 10, 2025
New Vision Med Spa is celebrating the grand opening of the new wellness and aesthetics center that blends medical expertise with modern health services. The ribbon-cutting ceremony will take place…
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Jan’s Van bringing free mammogram screenings to Irmo this January
November 10, 2025
Union United Methodist Church in Irmo will host Jan’s Van, a state-of-the-art Full Field Digital Mammography unit, on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The mobile service, provided by Lexington Medical…
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Jabber & Isaac, PA celebrates 24 years of legal excellence with community drop-in
November 10, 2025Featuring office renovations, networking, and a toast to 24 years of service in probate, real estate, personal injury and more Jabber and Isaac, PA proudly celebrated their 24th Anniversary with a…
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Keith Haring Arts & Draughts radiates fall fun
November 9, 2025
The Columbia Museum of Art announces the return of Arts & Draughts, the museum’s biannual block party, on Friday, November 21, from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. This signature CMA…
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Callison Tighe & Robinson again included in 2026 Best Law Firms® rankings
November 9, 2025
Callison Tighe & Robinson has once again been named to the Tier One list for the Columbia region in the 2026 edition of Best Law Firms®. This marks the 16th…
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Lourie Law Firm named to Best Law Firms list for 2026
November 9, 2025
Once again, Lourie Law Firm is being honored by Best Law Firms®. In its 2026 edition, the national guide is placing it in its top tier among Columbia firms in…
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Best Law Firms again names SMITH | ROBINSON to top tier in Columbia area
November 9, 2025
In its 2026 edition, Best Law Firms in America® has again named SMITH | ROBINSON to its Tier One list for the Columbia area. The firm was cited in Tier…
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Bluestein extends streak, is cited by Best Law Firms for 16th year in a row
November 9, 2025
When Best Lawyers in America® issues its annual list of Best Law Firms® for the Columbia area, you can be sure of one thing: Bluestein Attorneys will be among those…
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Lewis Babcock honored in new edition of “Best Law Firms”
November 9, 2025
Lewis Babcock is again being honored in “Best Law Firms®,” this year in three practice areas. Lewis Babcock is recognized in the 2026 edition in Tier 1 for the Columbia…
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Morton & Gettys earns Tier 1 honors in “Best Law Firms”
November 9, 2025
Morton & Gettys is again being recognized in “Best Law Firms®” as a Tier 1 firm for the Rock Hill area for its work in Trusts and Estates Law. The…
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City of Columbia municipal election results and runoff election
November 9, 2025
The City of Columbia Municipal Election Commission met as the Board of Canvassers on Thursday, November 6, 2025 at 11:30 a.m. to certify the results of the Municipal Election held…
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City of Columbia to hold 47th annual Veterans Day Parade
November 9, 2025
The City of Columbia will hold the 47th Annual Veterans Day Parade on Tuesday, November 11, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. The parade will start at the intersection of Sumter Street and…
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City of Columbia announces closure of Assembly Street between Catawba Street and Whaley Street
November 9, 2025
The Southern Commercial Development, LLC and Norfolk Southern Rail will be closing Assembly Street, between Catawba Street and Whaley Street starting on Tuesday, November 11, 2025 at 2:00 a.m. and is…
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Sierra helps families save big this holiday season with the opening of its new Columbia store
November 9, 2025
Active and outdoor retailer Sierra is helping families in Columbia save big this holiday season with the opening of its newest store in Columbia. Sierra offers savings of 20-60% less than department…
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State Museum to host book talk with renowned environmental writer Margaret Renkl
November 9, 2025
Free event to feature conversation, reception and book signing on December 2 The South Carolina State Museum invites the public to celebrate South Carolina Arbor Day with a special evening featuring acclaimed…
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Columbia High JAG Program receives $9,375 donation from 100 Women Who Care; recognized by South Carolina House of Representatives
November 9, 2025
Columbia High School’s Jobs for America’s Graduates (JAG) program was recognized for its outstanding accomplishments during the program’s induction ceremony October 29. The program received a $9,375 donation from the…
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Dick Harpootlian launches Dig Me a Grave book tour
November 9, 2025
Tour begins Dec. 16 in Columbia, SC, the city where Donald “Pee Wee” Gaskins, South Carolina’s most prolific killer and the book’s protagonist, was put to death nearly 35 years…
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SCETV explores aging and caregiving in new episode of Impact South Carolina and live episode of Palmetto Perspectives
November 9, 2025
South Carolina ETV (SCETV) announced the premiere of a new episode of IMPACT South Carolina as well as an opportunity for the public to be part of the live studio audience…
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Any Lab Test Now® grand opening
November 9, 2025
Who: Mayor Daniel Rickenmann, City of Columbia Economic Development and Any Lab Test Now® owner. What: The City of Columbia announced the grand opening of Any Lab Test Now®. Any Lab…
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Lions, turtle, octopus – Oh My! A season of new adventures at Riverbanks Zoo
November 7, 2025
Riverbanks Zoo and Garden is recognizing both a notable farewell and an exciting new beginning at the Darnall W. and Susan F. Boyd Aquarium & Reptile Conservation Center. On October…
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The S.C. Military Veterans Hall of Fame will hold press conference Nov. 14
November 7, 2025Medal of Honor recipient, military leaders, other VIPs to attend afternoon event at Columbia Convention Center next week The S.C. Military Veterans Hall of Fame (SCMVHOF) will hold its first…
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