West Columbia city parks open to the public
June 2, 2020
The City of West Columbia has opened all city-maintained parks and playgrounds after being closed due to the pandemic. Social distancing measures are required while frequenting the facilities. The list…
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Millwood Avenue resurfacing project underway
June 2, 2020In mid-2019, SCDOT approached the City of Columbia with a partnership opportunity to improve safety along Millwood Avenue for all users. Staff of both agencies worked together to develop an…
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Coming July 1: Motor Fuel User Fee increases $0.02
June 2, 2020
Coming July 1: Changes at the pump – Motor Fuel User Fee increases $0.02 For the fourth consecutive year, South Carolina’s Motor Fuel User Fee, which helps support road, bridge,…
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SCRA announces two new client companies
June 2, 2020
South Carolina Research Authority (SCRA) announced the recent acceptance of two Client Companies into its entrepreneurial program, SC Launch. Foresight Data Systems, LLC, located in Columbia, is developing a new,…
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Stephen Colbert encourages South Carolinians to #StaySCStrong
June 1, 2020
Stephen Colbert joined the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) today to encourage South Carolinians to continue to do their part to help slow the spread of…
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USDA highlights programs to support rural housing
June 1, 2020
Department Promotes Resources and Opportunities to Help Rural Residents U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development Deputy Under Secretary Bette Brand today kicked off National Homeownership Month by highlighting USDA’s…
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Columbia food bank receives donation as part of Farm Bureau Insurance® Statewide initiative
June 1, 2020
Farm Bureau Insurance agents reprsenting the George Rogers Blvd. office in Columbia presented a check totaling $3,635.50 to The Cooperative Ministry to help meet the increased demand for assistance due…
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Mission Lexington receives donation from Palmetto Gourmet Food
June 1, 2020
Mission Lexington is excited to receive a donation of four pallets of ramen noodles from Palmetto Gourmet Foods. “We’re beyond grateful to Palmetto Gourmet for this incredible donation,” said Robin…
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“Be Pro Be Proud SC” to launch this fall
June 1, 2020
Workforce Development Project Aims to Close the Skills Gap for South Carolina The Associated Industries of South Carolina Foundation (AISCF) consists of five-member organizations that are launching the Be Pro…
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New consumer behaviors could impact economy re-opening
June 1, 2020
As South Carolina continues to re-open, businesses and consumers are trying to get their lives back to normal as quickly as possible. An April 2020 poll by integrated marketing communications agency Chernoff…
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Final week of distribution in Richland County for emergency senior nutrition program
June 1, 2020
Throughout the past 10 weeks at Senior Resources, we have served 289,220 meals through our Emergency Senior Nutrition Program and delivered 33,609 meals to our home-bound seniors. This will be…
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Morton & Gettys attorney Nate Pierce becomes president of York County Bar
May 29, 2020
As of May 19, Nate Pierce is the new president of the York County Bar Association. The Rock Hill native has practiced since 2017 with Morton & Gettys, focusing on…
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The release of Pantsless Nation (Shirts Required)
May 29, 2020
Willis HR is delighted to announce the launching of our new book, Pantsless Nation: HR Guidance for Mastering Remote Work by CEO, Jada Willis. “For leaders that are already leading…
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South Carolina ETV wins 12 Telly awards
May 28, 2020
Network receives two silver trophies and 10 bronze trophies South Carolina ETV (SCETV) received a total of 12 Telly awards when the list of winners was released on Wednesday, May…
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Planning Commission to hold virtual meeting – June 1
May 28, 2020
Residents urged to email comments by noon Monday The Richland County Planning Commission will hold a virtual meeting Monday, June 1. Residents may participate by submitting comments on proposed zoning…
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Curbside collection of bulk items to resume
May 28, 2020
Residents again can make appointments to schedule curbside pickup of old furniture, appliances and other large objects as Richland County resumes collection of bulk items Wednesday, June 3. Bulk item…
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Pandemic Cybersecurity, Ethics, and Loss Prevention webinar – June 9
May 28, 2020
What are your ethical and legal responsibilities to your customers and clients in today’s digital world? This question has become increasingly important as more employees are working from home. On…
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Statement from Sheriff Leon Lott regarding the death of George Floyd in Minnesota
May 28, 2020
Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott said the actions of law enforcement officers in the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis, MN, were “utterly inexcusable.” According to Sheriff Lott: “It is…
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Phased reopening to begin at Midlands Technical College – First set of faculty and staff return to campus June 15
May 28, 2020
Midlands Technical College (MTC) will begin its three-phased reopening plan on June 15. On that Monday, a limited number of faculty and staff will return to work on campuses. The…
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“Best in Show” Mercury Award presented to Prisma Health Midlands Foundation
May 28, 2020
The Public Relations team at Prisma Health Midlands Foundation was recently recognized with a top award by the South Carolina Chapter of Public Relations Society of America (SCPRSA) at the…
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Virtual Theatre Camps with Town Theatre
May 28, 2020
Town Theatre online camps begin on June 1st and are scheduled through June 19. Prices are great and time online is limited, but we promise lots of fun! Please share…
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Advancing elder abuse awareness
May 28, 2020
Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott promotes Elder Abuse Awareness Month By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott is reminding all citizens of Richland County that June is…
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Wilson Kibler associate Will Unthank brokers sale of former Fuddruckers property on Bush River Rd.
May 28, 2020
Wilson Kibler associate Will Unthank represented the owner in the recent disposition of the ±7,400-square-foot restaurant and 1.7-acre site formerly occupied by Fuddruckers at 1801 Bush River Rd. Fuddruckers closed…
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United Community Bank named No. 1 Large Workplace on list of 2020 Top Workplaces in South Carolina
May 28, 2020United Community Bank is honored to have been named the number one large company on the 2020 list of Top Workplaces in South Carolina by Integrated Media Publishing and its…
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West Columbia Riverwalk and Amphitheater open to the public
May 28, 2020
The West Columbia Riverwalk Park and Amphitheater, 109 Alexander Road, West Columbia, SC, is open to the public after being closed due to flooding. Please avoid any areas that are…
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Kontane Logistics, Inc. expanding operations in Berkeley County
May 28, 2020
Expansion Will Create 30 New Jobs Kontane Logistics, Inc., a third-party warehousing and industrial packaging solutions company, today announced plans to expand operations in Berkeley County. The company’s expansion will…
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SCSBA releases statewide ‘School Board Member Return-to-School’ survey results
May 28, 2020
On Wednesday, May 27, 2020, South Carolina School Boards Association (SCSBA) President Chuck Saylors and Executive Director Scott Price held a press conference to release the results of a survey…
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Lexington, Columbia officials create Reopening Pledge for local businesses
May 28, 2020The Lexington Chamber and Visitors Center along with the Columbia Chamber have created a pledge for businesses to reopen responsibly during COVID-19. By taking this pledge, businesses declare that they…
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DHEC surpasses goal to test 110,000 South Carolinians in May; Latest COVID-19 Update
May 28, 2020
The Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) today announced that 110,316 tests for COVID-19 have been performed in South Carolina since May 1. Earlier this month, DHEC and its…
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Lexington Medical Center and DHEC to offer free COVID-19 testing
May 27, 2020
Tuesday, June 2, 2020 at White Knoll High School At the request of Senator Katrina Shealy, Lexington Medical Center and the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control are…
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Two South Carolina school leaders receive top honors
May 27, 2020
Fairfield County School District Superintendent, Dr. J.R. Green, has been named the 2021 South Carolina Superintendent of the Year, and Lexington School District Three Chief Academic Officer, Mrs. Angie Rye,…
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RIA approves grants for enhancing water, sewer and stormwater infrastructure
May 27, 2020
More than $14.5 million in grant funding awarded across South Carolina The S.C. Rural Infrastructure Authority (RIA) has approved grant assistance for 34 projects, totaling more than $14.5 million, to…
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NHE headquarters building named in honor of former Verdae CEO; AO-The Space Spa & Salon relocating to Legacy Square
May 27, 2020
Verdae Development Inc.’s Rick Sumerel may be gone in body, but his spirit and passion for Greenville and the Verdae community will live on for decades to come The newest…
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Enjoy a Friday Night Dance Party with Richland Library
May 27, 2020
Richland Library’s current artist-in-residence is taking center stage in an online program, which is free and open to the public. Join us for Evening Arts: Martha Brim’s Dance Party from…
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Colliers International brokers $3.1-million investment sale in Columbia and is hired for property management by new owner
May 27, 2020
Colliers International’s Neel Keenan brokered the sale of 151 Westpark Boulevard to Westpark Realty, LLC for $3,125,000. Keenan represented the seller, L-H Development Partners, LLC. 151 Westpark Boulevard is a…
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Fifty students receive scholarships from Building Industry Charitable Foundation
May 27, 2020
Over the past twenty years, the Building Industry Charitable Foundation has awarded $636,250 in scholarships to children of Association members and other students who meet criteria set for the program.…
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Zombie Coffee and Donuts launches new DIY Donut Decorating Kit
May 27, 2020
Columbia’s Favorite Coffee Café and Eatery Unveils At-Home Donut Making Kit, New Hours of Operation Zombie Coffee and Donuts today introduced its Do-It-Yourself (DIY) Donut Decorating Kit as a new…
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Providence Health eases visitor restrictions
May 27, 2020
Limited visitation now available for most patients as elective and non-urgent procedures gradually resume Providence Health announced today that it is transitioning from a zero-visitor protocol to limited visitor restrictions…
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Presbyterian College students to receive coronavirus relief money
May 27, 2020
The coronavirus pandemic has impacted the financial well-being of many around the world, including college students. For Presbyterian College students impacted by the pandemic, help is on the way. Nearly…
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Relic Room will reopen, with precautions, starting Saturday, May 30
May 27, 2020
The South Carolina Confederate Relic Room and Military Museum will be open again starting Saturday, May 30, at 10 a.m. The museum, which has been closed since mid-March because of…
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Extension for low-income senior citizens applying for the South Carolina Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program $25 vouchers through SC DSS
May 27, 2020What: SC DSS has extended the deadline to Monday, June 1 for low-income senior citizens living in the participating counties listed below to apply to receive $25 worth of vouchers…
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South Carolina State Museum to welcome guests back, Tuesday, June 2
May 26, 2020
Museum Members to Get Early Access, Saturday, May 30 The South Carolina State Museum will reopen its doors, Tuesday, June 2 (Saturday, May 30 for members only) with new hours…
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SC Technical College System Foundation awards final portion of $1 million Duke Energy grant to expand lineworker training
May 26, 2020
The SC Technical College System Foundation awarded the final allotment of the $1 million Duke Energy grant to expand training opportunities for much-needed utility lineworkers across the state. As Duke…
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Chabad of South Carolina assists Jews celebrating Shavuot holiday with study guide, dairy treats to enhance holiday at home
May 26, 2020With the Jewish festival of Shavuot — that begins this year at sunset on May 28 and concludes at nightfall on May 30th — approaching amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, Chabad of South…
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SETi releases portable air purifiers with Violeds technology for new coronavirus disinfection in early June
May 26, 2020
COLUMBIA SC – Sensor Electronic Technology, Inc. (“SETi”), the World’s first compound semiconductor for UV LED solutions (Violeds) and Seoul Viosys (KOSDAQ: 092190)’ subsidiary, announced that it launches portable air…
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Rising tide: Clemson scientists seek solutions to state’s mounting nuisance floods
May 26, 2020
While a rising tide may lift all boats, it spells trouble for South Carolina coastal communities where flooding has already long been a fact of life. Low-lying areas such as…
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The Columbia Museum of Art to reopen its doors June 16
May 25, 2020The Columbia Museum of Art will reopen to the public on Tuesday, June 16, with cleaning and physical distancing practices in place to safeguard staff and visitors. Protective measures will…
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SCDOT releases initial COVID-19 financial impact projections
May 25, 2020
The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) has released its initial projections of the financial impact of COVID-19, indicating a decrease in agency revenues based on expected reductions in gas…
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InSite Consulting expands leadership team, adds Jerry Howard as President
May 22, 2020
South Carolina economic development professional Jerry Howard has been named President of Greenville-based InSite Consulting, a leading provider of comprehensive site assessment/site selection and economic development services to clients around…
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PCT LTD announces new hospital equipment installations, distributors and agreement with Sapphire Disinfection Solutions
May 22, 2020
LITTLE RIVER, SC – PCT LTD announced two additional hospital installations scheduled within this month, announces the relationship between PCTL and Florida-based Sapphire Disinfection Solutions, as well as declares the…
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