A Roadmap to Your Savings Journey
February 24, 2020
By Curtis Loftis South Carolina State Treasurer Saving money can be like driving a car. Your desired destination may be near or far, the direction you choose might change,…
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701 Center for Contemporary Art presents Kent Ambler: Into the Wood
February 24, 2020
701 Center for Contemporary Art: 701 Whaley St., 2nd Floor, Columbia, SC 29201 Opening Reception: Thursday, March 12, 7 – 8:30 pm Artist Talk: Thursday, March 12, 6:30 pm Exhibition: March…
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Statehouse Update – February 24, 2020
February 24, 2020The following is courtesy of Public Education Partners based in Greenville. They publish a bimonthly primer on all the policy action at the Statehouse. Bills We’re Watching The Santee Cooper…
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The Samuels Law Firm announces new name, new partner
February 24, 2020
Founding attorney Stephen Samuels of The Samuels Law Firm announced that personal injury lawyer Jason Reynolds has been named full partner, creating the Samuels Reynolds Law Firm. Reynolds joined…
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Conservative leader, Brenda Stewart, announces run for Laurens County Council, District 7 seat
February 24, 2020
Long-time Clinton resident, Brenda Stewart has announced that she will run for Laurens County Council, District 7 seat in this year’s election. Stewart is a well-known community leader and life-long…
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AVX and Kyocera enter into merger agreement
February 24, 2020
AVX and Kyocera Enter Into Merger Agreement: Kyocera to Acquire all of the Outstanding Shares of AVX that it Does Not Own for $21.75 per Share in Cash FOUNTAIN INN,…
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Colonial Life names three new leaders to support customer experience
February 23, 2020
Three new leaders have been named to help lead Colonial Life’ efforts to serve millions of policyholders and their family members. Stephanie Ek, Annette Hill and Tariq Mirza will lead…
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South Carolina Retailers donate nearly $89,000 for hunger relief
February 23, 2020
Cash and Product Donations Support the Mission of Feeding the Carolinas The South Carolina Retail Association (http://scretail.org) and its retail member companies presented $89,000 in product and cash contributions to…
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UofSC announces new Vice President for Diversity and Inclusion
February 21, 2020
The University of South Carolina announced Julian R. Williams will serve as its first vice president for diversity, equity and inclusion. Williams, who most recently served as vice president of…
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Garvin Design Group clients, firm win Columbia Chamber Impact Awards
February 21, 2020Garvin Design Group clients Hendrix and Downtown Church were presented with the Columbia Chamber’s Golden Nail at this year’s Impact Awards on February 20th. The Columbia Chamber named Garvin Design…
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PC Matic awarded ‘2020 Cybersecurity Excellence Award’ for anti-malware solution
February 21, 2020
PC Matic, the world’s only 100% American-made antivirus software, announced being the recipient of a “2020 Cybersecurity Excellence Award” for its anti-malware solution, PC Matic Pro. PC Matic Pro was…
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Niagara Bottling establishing operations in Florence County
February 21, 2020
More Than $70 Million Investment to Create 70 New Jobs Niagara Bottling, a leading beverage manufacturer in the U.S., announced plans to establish operations in Florence County. The company’s more…
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Mary Poppins Flies Back in to Town Theatre March 13 – 29
February 20, 2020
Town Theatre – March 13 – 29 Things are not going well for the Banks family. Children Michael and Jane are out of control and have run off yet another…
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D’Alberto & Graham moving to temporary Devine Street location
February 20, 2020D’Alberto & Graham Attorneys & Advisors will move into temporary offices at 2231 Devine St., Suite 100, Columbia, SC, 29205, beginning Monday, Feb. 24. The firm’s mailing address will remain,…
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Governor presents Tourism Achievement Awards at conference
February 20, 2020
In an awards luncheon at the Governor’s Conference on Tourism and Travel, Governor Henry McMaster recognized people and places who made significant contributions to tourism in South Carolina. The industry’s…
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Second annual high school film festival set for March 13-14 in Blythewood
February 20, 2020
Success breeds success. And so it is that the second annual Doko Film Fest, to be held in Blythewood March 13 and 14, will be bigger and better than the…
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Kline Property receives commercial development incentive approval
February 20, 2020Hotels, retail, office and structured parking planned for key downtown intersection With final approval granted by Richland County Council during their February 18th meeting, the former Kline Iron & Steel…
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Domtar declares regular quarterly dividend
February 20, 2020
FORT MILL, SC – Domtar Corporation announced that its Board of Directors has declared a quarterly dividend on its common stock (NYSE: UFS) (TSX: UFS). The dividend of US$0.455 per…
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Local FASTSIGNS recognized among top-performing centers nationwide
February 19, 2020
FASTSIGNS® of Columbia-Harbison Blvd., a local sign and visual graphics provider, was recognized as a top-performing center at the 2020 FASTSIGNS International Convention held in Phoenix, Arizona. Owned by Gerry…
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Colliers Report: Entertainment, health and wellness boost Columbia retail occupancy
February 19, 2020
Research & Forecast Report Q4-2019 COLUMBIA | RETAIL Key Takeaways The Columbia shopping center market absorbed 82,026 square feet during the fourth quarter of 2019; non-core retail space…
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Colliers International | South Carolina announces Innovation Award recipient is Sarah Davis
February 19, 2020
Colliers International | South Carolina announced the company’s 2019 Innovation Award was presented to Sarah Davis, Marketing Coordinator in its Columbia office. The Innovation Award recognizes and honors revolutionary actions…
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Trustus Theatre Board of Directors names Chad Henderson Producing Artistic Director
February 19, 2020
On Monday, February 17, 2020, the Trustus Theatre Board of Directors voted to end the organization’s search for a Managing Director that began in September 2019, and named current Artistic…
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Goodwill – Not Just a Thrift Store
February 19, 2020
Goodwill is more than a thrift store – it’s an organization dedicated to helping people find work and a place of belonging in their lives. That’s the message guest speaker…
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Richland County, City of Columbia OK redeveloping former Kline Steel Site
February 19, 2020
Hotel, retail, office space and structured parking planned for key downtown intersection A joint initiative by Richland County and the City of Columbia continues to pave the way for economic…
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Riverfront Park closing due to maintenance
February 19, 2020
The City of Columbia’s Parks and Recreation Department announced Riverfront Park will be closed on weekdays beginning Tuesday, February 25th for two weeks. This affects both Riverfront North and Riverfront South…
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Lexington Chamber recognizes success of local businesses, professionals
February 19, 2020The Lexington Chamber and Visitors Center honored Midlands businesses and professionals at it annual Chamber Awards Luncheon on Tuesday at Mt. Horeb United Methodist Church. Lazy Creek Discount Pet Food Center received the Small…
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Junior Achievement, Dominion Energy, and Lexington One Technology Center partner to inspire girls to go into STEM-related careers
February 19, 2020
Junior Achievement (JA), Dominion Energy and Lexington One Technology Center (LTC) will host seventy female high school students from Lexington One Technology Center for the JA Girls STEM Summit Thursday,…
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South Carolina tourism reports another record year
February 19, 2020
Tourism in South Carolina is now a record $23.8 billion industry, supporting one in every 10 jobs and generating $1.8 billion in state and local taxes, according to figures released today…
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Alliance for a Healthier SC announces Juana Slade as new Chair
February 19, 2020
The Alliance for a Healthier SC has named Juana S. Slade, CDM, CCF, who currently serves as the chief diversity officer and director of language services at AnMed Health, as…
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Top Grossing Movies – February 19, 2020
February 19, 2020
Theatrical grosses from comScore Week of 02/14/2020 to 02/20/2020 Rank Title Weeks Weekend Gross Cumulative 1 Sonic The Hedgehog 1 $58,018,348 $70,002,074 2 Birds Of Prey 2 $17,172,686 $61,859,171…
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Central Carolina Community Foundation grants $375,100 to 10 South Carolina nonprofits to launch innovative projects
February 18, 2020
Central Carolina Community Foundation, the Midlands’ local center for philanthropy, is pleased to award $375,100 to 10 Connected Communities grant recipients. In response to two questions, “What makes residents love…
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National Cybersecurity Legal Institute focuses on ransomware
February 18, 2020
On March 5, the University of South Carolina School of Law will host the 2nd annual National Cybersecurity Legal Institute in Columbia, SC. In partnership with the FBI, the School…
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Hobcaw Barony plans outdoor winter events this February with Trail Rides and Camellias & Tea
February 18, 2020
Belle Baruch began purchasing sections of Hobcaw Barony from her father in 1935, and soon after began creating an outdoor oasis by building a house and stable complex, Bellefield Plantation,…
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Advertisement of Vacancies on Various Boards and Commissions
February 17, 2020The City of Columbia is accepting applications to fill several vacancies on the following boards and commissions. Bicycle Pedestrian Advisory Committee (BPAC) Seeking to fill two (2) vacancies. The purpose…
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Donate blood on Thursday, February 20, 2020 at Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center and become a “Columbia Lifesaver” for patients in need.
February 17, 2020
Saving lives isn’t just for superheroes. Everyday citizens in our community are capable of sharing the gift of life. The community is invited to answer the call of patients in…
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The HDR Young Professionals Group awards $5,000 to STEM-focused childhood literacy efforts in the Midlands through United Way of the Midlands
February 17, 2020
The HDR Foundation today presented United Way of the Midlands with a grant of $5,000 to provide STEM-focused reading nooks, literacy kits, and snacks for Midlands Reading Consortium (MRC) students…
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City Market kicks off Masters weekend with The Vista Open
February 17, 2020
City Market will kick off Masters weekend in Columbia with The Vista Open, a Masters-themed putting tournament and block party on Thursday April 9th at 5:30 pm. Proceeds from tournament…
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Fireflies 2020 single game tickets on sale February 20
February 17, 2020
Tickets for All 70 Fireflies Home Games to Go on Sale Thursday at 10am Single game tickets for the 2020 Columbia Fireflies season will go on sale Thursday, February 20…
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Health Policy Fellows recognized by SC Institute of Medicine & Public Health
February 17, 2020
Members of the South Carolina General Assembly have been recognized as the newest class of Health Policy Fellows by the South Carolina Institute of Medicine & Public Health (IMPH). The…
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Distinguished teacher named to board overseeing the nation’s report card
February 17, 2020
Richland Two Coordinator of Professional Learning and AP U.S. government and politics teacher Patrick Kelly has been appointed to a four-year term on the National Assessment Governing Board, which oversees…
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Four companies receive a total of $175,000 in SCRA grants
February 17, 2020
South Carolina Research Authority (SCRA) announces four SC Launch Client Companies recently have been awarded grants for a combined total of $175,000. Competitor Tent is a unique, new mobile app aimed…
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2020 Census Hiring Events planned for Richland County
February 17, 2020
Conducting an official count of every person who lives in the United States is a large task. To help with the 2020 Census, the U.S. Census Bureau plans to hire…
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Mullikin named Leadership in Law Honoree
February 17, 2020
By W. Thomas Smith Jr. COLUMBIA, S.C. – Environmental attorney and global expedition leader Tom Mullikin has been named among the 2020 South Carolina LEADERSHIP IN LAW HONOREES and will…
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Highest Morningstar Rating for Wallick Investments’ Fidelis
February 16, 2020
Only the top 10% of products in each product category receive 5 stars.* 1 of only 7 RIA firms in SC to receive Morningstar Separate Account Ratings, Wallick Investments, LLC’s…
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West Columbia’s Norfolk Street to temporarily closed for re-paving beginning Monday, February 17, 2020
February 16, 2020
The City of West Columbia is temporarily closing Norfolk Street, between State Street and Carpenter Street, for re-paving, beginning Monday, February 17, 2020. The contractors will have flagmen present to…
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East Point Academy Head of School bestowed highest civilian honor
February 16, 2020
Governor McMasters awarded the Order of the Palmetto to East Point Academy Head of School Mark A. Bounds for extraordinary service and achievements across the state of South Carolina. Bounds…
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GSSM now accepting applications for its summer STEM camps
February 16, 2020
The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics (GSSM) is now accepting applications for its summer STEM camps: CREATEng, GoSciTech, and iTEAMS Xtreme: Next Generation. These summer camps are…
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Mission Lexington announces 2020 Board of Directors
February 16, 2020
Mission Lexington announces that the following individuals will serve as the 2020 Board of Directors. Will Cheatham, of First Community Bank will serve as the President and Chairman. Chris Rice…
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Concrete progress: upgrades coming to North Springs Road intersection
February 16, 2020
A detailed project to improve traffic flow on North Springs Road in northeast Richland County is moving forward. Crews working for Richland County Transportation will soon install traffic control signs…
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Second annual On the Table survey showcases optimism and empowerment for change
February 14, 2020
Central Carolina Community Foundation awards $19,600 in “Beyond the Table” mini-grants Central Carolina Community Foundation, the Midlands’ local center for philanthropy, has released its 2019 On the Table Impact Report.…
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