R2i2 again named state winner in national STEM competition
January 13, 2020
The Richland Two Institute of Innovation (R2i2) is again a South Carolina State finalist in the annual Samsung Solve for Tomorrow (SFT) contest. SFT is a $3 million nationwide competition…
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Three School Improvement Councils in Richland Two make the SC-SIC Honor Roll for 2020
January 13, 2020
On Thursday, January 9, 2020, the S.C. School Improvement Council released the SIC Honor Roll for 2020. The School Improvement Councils at Bookman Road Elementary, Pontiac Elementary and Round Top…
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New Spectrum store now open in Columbia
January 13, 2020
Charter Communications, Inc. announced the opening of a new Spectrum Store in Columbia. The Spectrum store gives consumers in the Columbia area a comfortable and convenient option for learning more…
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The Importance of Brand Reputation in a Crisis
January 13, 2020
By Erin Sanders Senior Communications Advisor with NP Strategy When a crisis hits your organization – and it will – it’s important to have a solid crisis management plan…
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Colliers Report: What will take the Columbia office market to the next level?
January 13, 2020
Key Takeaways The overall Columbia office market absorbed 56,270 square feet from the fourth quarter of 2018 to the fourth quarter of 2019. There are less office-using jobs in Columbia…
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Girl Scouts of South Carolina-Mountains to Midlands names Lora Tucker as new Chief Executive Officer
January 13, 2020
Girl Scouts of South Carolina Mountains to Midlands has appointed Lora Tucker as the organization’s next Chief Executive Officer. Tucker is a lifelong Girl Scout and Gold Award Girl Scout. …
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Local Artist Dances into New Role at Richland Library
January 13, 2020
A local artist, who has served as a Columbia College dance professor for nearly 35 years, is ready to share her talents with Richland Library over the next four months.…
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SCRA delivers $694M impact on SC innovation economy
January 13, 2020
New Report Spotlights Heavy-Hitting Contributions to State Business and Job Growth In Fiscal Year 2019 (FY19), the South Carolina Research Authority (SCRA) played a major role in boosting jobs and…
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EngenuitySC to Host Midlands Regional Competitiveness Week, Jan. 24-31
January 13, 2020
EngenuitySC, a nonprofit that works to make the Columbia, South Carolina, region a standout choice for top talent and competitive companies, has announced the schedule for its third annual Midlands…
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Industrial commercial real estate demand on the rise
January 13, 2020
Despite global uncertainty surrounding trade policy, slowing growth in payroll employment, a drop-off in business investment, and general volatility in the global market, base fundamentals indicate that the US commercial…
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The Pete Store breaks ground on new South Carolina facility
January 13, 2020
The Pete Store, LLC announced that construction is underway on a new 40,000 sq.ft. facility located in West Columbia, SC. Located on 11 acres just off I-26 at Exit 119,…
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Erica Robinson joins Willis HR as Sr. Human Resources Consultant
January 13, 2020
Willis HR is an HR Consulting & Recruiting firm for small businesses and non-profits in South Carolina. Erica Robinson has recently joined the Willis HR team in the capacity of…
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Richland County locker room manufacturer expands operations
January 10, 2020Columbia Systems International of South Carolina (CSiSC) recently announced plans to move its growing operations to 9031 Farrow Road in Northeast Columbia. The move represents a 42,000-square-foot expansion from its…
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ACA adds new event at Lake Murray, SC to 2020 schedule
January 10, 2020
The Association of Collegiate Anglers (ACA) and Bass Pro Shops Collegiate Bass Fishing Series are proud to announce their newest event for the summer of 2020. In partnership with Capital City/Lake Murray Country, the…
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South State Bank names state & regional presidents, adds commercial & treasury talent
January 9, 2020
COLUMBIA, SC – South State Bank announced presidents of North Carolina and Virginia, in addition to two regional presidents. The bank continues to build its Commercial and Treasury teams with…
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Cleanup Blitz on Highway 6 with PalmettoPride
January 9, 2020
Join PalmettoPride and other local community organizations for Cleanup Blitz on Highway 6, Monday, January 20, 2020 from 9 a.m. – 11 a.m. Start your new year off with a…
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Bob Nuttall, SIOR, CPM and Cori Nuttall represented the buyer in a $3.45 million 1031 exchange
January 9, 2020
Lee & Associates Charleston’s Bob Nuttall, SIOR, CPM and Cori Nuttall represented the Buyer in the purchase of 3 Dollar Generals in South Carolina in December 2019 which represented the…
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Gateway to the Army leaders meet to discuss Centennial Park
January 9, 2020Pictured L-R are Richland County Sheriff’s Dept. Capt. Maria Yturria, Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott, Maj. Gen. (Ret.) Abe Turner, Command Sergeant Major (Ret.) Marty Wells, and Maj. Gen. (Ret.)…
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New directors elected to AgFirst Farm Credit Bank board
January 9, 2020
AgFirst Farm Credit Bank stockholders have elected two new directors and re-elected three incumbent directors to four-year terms. A new outside director also has been appointed to the board. All…
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GaffneyLewis partner Regina Hollins Lewis inducted into National Academy of Distinguished Neutrals
January 9, 2020
GaffneyLewis LLC announced that Regina Hollins Lewis has been inducted into the National Academy of Neutrals (NADN). NADN is and invitation only professional association whose membership consists of mediators and…
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Clawson and Staubes Law Firm adds six attorneys across three offices in recent months
January 9, 2020
Clawson and Staubes LLC announced the addition of six attorneys across three offices over the past few months. The new attorneys by office are: • Charleston – Alexandra Heaton, Ashley…
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A Christmas Do-Over, Please
January 9, 2020
By Amy Coward Cars are no longer decorated with wreaths and reindeer noses. Our holiday decor is packed up in red and green containers. The last of my cookies have…
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Promoting independence for seniors
January 8, 2020
Keeping Richland County’s older citizens healthy, independent and safe has been the goal of Senior Resources for the past 42 years, says Beth Struble, interim director of development for the…
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GRAMMY-nominated Ranky Tanky brings renowned Gullah sound to Harbison Theatre @ MTC on January 18
January 8, 2020
This Charleston, SC-based quintet performs timeless music born from the Gullah culture of the Southeastern Sea Islands. Their debut album was featured on NPR’s Fresh Air with Terry Gross and the TODAY…
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Aflac grant to aid Mission Lexington
January 8, 2020
A grant has been awarded to Mission Lexington by Aflac, housed at Central Carolina Community Foundation. It will fund a new project, “Operation Splish Splash” to provide hygiene products to…
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Trustus Theatre welcomes the revival of Coker College’s stirring production of We Are Proud to Present […]
January 8, 2020
In preparation for presenting the 2019 Pulitzer Winner Fairview, Trustus Theatre is partnering with Coker College to revive their stirring production of We Are Proud to Present a Presentation About…
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County’s Flood Recovery Program, Mungo Construction complete first home rebuild
January 8, 2020A Richland County resident displaced by the 2015 flood began the new year in a new home, thanks to a partnership between the County’s flood recovery program and Mungo Construction.…
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LS3P’s Mary Beth Sims Branham named Top 50 Influential People
January 8, 2020
LS3P congratulates Principal, Vice President, and Office Leader Mary Beth Sims Branham, AIA, who has been named one of Columbia’s top 50 Most Influential People. For the past three years,…
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Canceled: Discover what careers are available in Richland School District One
January 8, 2020
Due to unforeseen circumstances, Richland Library is canceling Employment Opportunities within Richland School District One from 6 – 8 p.m., Tuesday, January 14 at our Main location (1431 Assembly Street). For the…
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Caslen releases strategic priorities for spring semester
January 8, 2020
University of South Carolina President Bob Caslen this week released a list of priorities for the Spring semester. These priorities focus on moving the university and state forward by building…
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Allstar Financial Group hires PR veteran to expand corporate responsibility program
January 8, 2020
Cathy Cobbs, who has more than 25 years of experience in the fields of journalism, public relations, and community engagement, has joined the Allstar advertising division as its Public Relations…
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CPA Ken Bauknight among 2019’s Midlands’ Most Influential People
January 8, 2020
Nearly 30 years ago, Kenneth Bauknight, CPA, and two partners left the security of their day jobs to start a new public accounting, tax and consulting firm in Columbia, South…
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Congaree Land Trust announces 352+ acres in Fairfield County, now conserved
January 7, 2020
Over 352 acres in Fairfield County are now conserved, thanks to the collaborative efforts of the Congaree Land Trust (CLT), the South Carolina Conservation Bank (SCCB) and the McCrary family.…
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Robert Dozier joins First Reliance Bank as Chief Banking Officer
January 7, 2020
Robert Dozier has joined First Reliance Bank as Chief Banking Officer. Dozier is responsible for corporate strategy and the strategic market expansion of First Reliance Bank’s footprint throughout the Carolinas.…
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Cindy Lollis named Vice President of Finance at South Carolina-based property management firm NHE
January 7, 2020
Property management veteran to oversee accounting and finance responsibilities for all business units of rapidly growing organization Noted Southeastern association and property management firm NHE, Inc. has named Cindy Lollis…
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Richland County Bar announces 2020 leadership
January 7, 2020The Richland County Bar Association (RCBA) has announced its new leadership for 2020 following formal confirmation at the association’s December 2019 meeting. The RCBA is one of the largest county…
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Diversey announces CEO transition
January 7, 2020
FORT MILL, SC – Diversey, a global leader in the hygiene and cleaning industry, announced that Mark S. Burgess is resigning as Chief Executive Officer effective January 9, 2020 to…
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Carlisle Associates names Tessa Failor as new Director of Business Development
January 7, 2020
Carlisle Associates announced that Tessa Failor has been named Director of Business Development. “We are excited to have Tessa join the team,” said Carlisle Associates President, Gene Resch. “Her background…
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SCRA announces appointment of Lou Kennedy to Board’s Executive Committee
January 7, 2020
SCRA, a public, nonprofit corporation chartered to grow South Carolina’s innovation economy and foster job creation, announced the appointment by Gov. Henry McMaster of Lou Kennedy to the SCRA Board of Trustees’…
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Church’s Chicken announce grand opening of their newest location in Lancaster
January 6, 2020
Church’s Chicken®, franchisee Goalz Restaurant Group, LLC, announced the grand opening of a new restaurant in Lancaster, SC. The newly built restaurant will also feature the brand’s newest interior design…
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Congress, President Trump approve $138 million for Charleston Harbor Deepening Project
January 6, 2020
On December 20, the Charleston Harbor Deepening Project reached a monumental milestone with President Donald Trump signing the FY2020 Energy and Water Appropriations bill into law, officially greenlighting $138 million…
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Top Grossing Movies – January 6, 2020
January 6, 2020
Theatrical grosses from comScore Week of 01/03/2020 to 01/09/2020 Rank Title Weeks Weekend Gross Cumulative 1 Star Wars: The Rise Of Skywalker 3 $34,524,815 $451,582,256 2 Jumanji: The Next…
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S.C. State Fair to host annual Hudson’s Heroes Tackle Hunger event January 11
January 6, 2020
Jim Hudson Automotive Group, Souper Bowl of Caring and Harvest Hope Food Bank The South Carolina State Fair will host the third annual Hudson’s Heroes Tackle Hunger event at the…
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The COMET announces real-time information available through new partner app Transit
January 6, 2020The COMET today announced an easy and user-friendly way to track your bus with the new mobile app Transit. Transit counts millions of active users in more than 200 cities worldwide and…
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Business license renewal now open
January 6, 2020
The start of the New Year means the countdown begins for Richland County businesses to renew their business licenses. All County business licenses expired on Dec. 31. The deadline to…
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Alia Bostaji Joins Colliers International’s National Hospitality Group working with the Zaver Hotels Team
January 6, 2020
Alia Bostaji, a Brokerage Associate with Colliers International | South Carolina, has joined Colliers’ National Hospitality Group working with the Zaver Hotels team. This group of commercial real estate brokers…
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Hedrick Gardner announces attorney promotions
January 6, 2020
Hedrick Gardner Kincheloe & Garofalo LLP, a leading regional litigation and dispute management law firm, announced the promotions of Lee Dixon, Michael Hedgepeth, Michael Rothrock, Holly Stott, and Shari Ballard.…
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Storyboard future careers in film industry at Richland Library
January 6, 2020
Fast-forward and visualize how to secure a job in the film industry. Join Richland Library for Careers in Film from 3 – 4:30 p.m., Saturday, January 11 at our Main…
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Nephron opens in-house pharmacy for employees, families
January 6, 2020
The vision of Lou and Bill Kennedy – to offer employees of Nephron Pharmaceuticals Corporation an in-house pharmacy for their health care, prescription medication and over-the-counter drug needs – became…
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Public Service Commissioners elect Interim Vice Chair
January 6, 2020
During the regular Commission Business Meeting on December 18th, Commissioners voted to elect Commissioner Florence P. Belser as Interim Vice Chair during Commissioner Justin Williams’ scheduled military leave. Commissioner Belser,…
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