Okonite investing $400 million in Orangeburg County expansion, creating 105 jobs
September 22, 2026
The Okonite Company, a cable and wire manufacturer with a long-standing presence in Orangeburg County, is expanding its operations with a $400 million investment expected to create 105 new jobs.…
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Trinity Partners completes sale of multi-tenant retail property
September 22, 2026
Trinity Partners announced the successful sale of 2930 Devine Street and 618 Sims Avenue, a fully occupied multi-tenant retail property located in Columbia, South Carolina. Totaling approximately 19,615 square feet,…
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CIU celebrates 2027 U.S. News & World Report ranking and record enrollment
September 22, 2026
Columbia International University(opens in new tab) ranks among the best universities in the South in the 2027 Best Colleges rankings released by U.S. News & World Report. CIU is #6…
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Cohn Construction completes new headquarters for Carolinas Dermatology & Plastic Surgery
September 22, 2026
Cohn Construction has completed the renovation of the four-story, 41,300 SF building that now serves as the Headquarters for Carolinas Dermatology & Plastic Surgery. Located within the Middleburg Park Historic…
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USC retains top US News rankings for international business, public first-year experience
September 22, 2026
The University of South Carolina continues to be ranked as one the No. 1 public institution for first-year experience and as one of the top business schools in the nation…
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State Museum announces Artist Homecoming 2026: Elements of Craft – Oct. 8-9
September 22, 2026
Two-day event will feature the opening of a new juried exhibition, panel discussions, and opportunities to connect with South Carolina’s craft community. The South Carolina State Museum will welcome artists,…
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Capital City/Lake Murray Country celebrates regional collaboration and looks ahead to Lake Murray’s centennial
September 22, 2026
The Capital City/Lake Murray Country Regional Tourism Board(opens in new tab) (CCLMC) gathered partners, stakeholders, community leaders and tourism industry representatives at its Annual Meeting on Thursday, August 27, 2026,…
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American Heart Association applauds Richland County for expanding clean indoor air protections
September 21, 2026
New ordinance protects employees, customers and families from exposure to secondhand vape aerosols The American Heart Association is applauding Richland County Council’s approval of an ordinance that expands the county’s…
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SAFE Federal Credit Union acquires 26,000 square foot campus for expansion
September 20, 2026
SAFE Federal Credit Union announced the purchase of a 26,000-square-foot satellite campus in Columbia, South Carolina. The purchase is a major milestone in the credit union’s growth strategy and commitment…
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Tom Schlictman named Associate Vice President of Philanthropy for Midlands Technical College
September 20, 2026
Tom Schlictman has been named Associate Vice President of Philanthropy for Midlands Technical College (MTC) and CEO of the MTC Foundation. Since joining MTC in 2001, he has served as…
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ReGenesis Health Care awarded more than $2.4 million in grants to expand access to care
September 20, 2026
ReGenesis Health Care has been awarded more than $2.4 million in grant funding to expand access to care, strengthen health care infrastructure, enhance community-based services and increase treatment opportunities for…
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Jitwan Floyd and Reid Turner join SMITH | ROBINSON law firm as associates
September 20, 2026Attorneys Jitwan Floyd and Reid Turner have joined SMITH | ROBINSON law firm as associates. Both will practice out of the firm’s Columbia office. Jitwan will focus his practice in…
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AEP highlights local data center benefits in South Carolina
September 17, 2026
Today, the American Edge Project (AEP), a coalition of nearly two dozen domestic organizations, highlighted the economic and community benefits artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure investment can deliver across South Carolina…
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Millrace Capital unveils new brand, reaffirms roots in the Midlands
September 17, 2026
Millrace Capital, a value-add retail and industrial private equity firm serving the Southeast United States, today announced the launch of its new brand identity, marking the next chapter for the…
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LCK Report: Strong demand alongside tightened capacity requires smarter and earlier planning
September 17, 2026
2026 Q2 South Carolina Construction Report Strong demand alongside tightened capacity requires smarter and earlier planning. Key Takeaways: South Carolina construction remains strong with demand continuing to support healthy project…
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Petite Party Shop opens on Devine Street in Columbia
September 17, 2026
A new boutique focused on celebrations, entertaining and gifting is opening on Devine Street, expanding a local wedding planning business into the retail market. Petite Party Shop(opens in new tab), located…
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Trinity Partners completes pair of industrial leases in Georgia
September 17, 2026
Trinity Partners announced the successful completion of two industrial lease transactions in the state of Georgia. Leases were finalized at 225 Allied Industrial Drive in Macon, Georgia featuring approximately 5,000…
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City of Columbia to host annual Isabel Law Breakfast on October 2
September 17, 2026The City of Columbia and the Mayor’s Campaign Against Breast Cancer Committee will host the 2026 Isabel Law Breakfast on Friday, October 2, from 7:30 to 9:30 a.m. at Boyd…
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NP Strategy expands footprint opening a Greenville office
September 17, 2026
NP Strategy, a strategic communications firm providing crisis, media, and public relations assistance, announced its expansion today with the opening of an office in Greenville, South Carolina. To lead Upstate…
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SCETV explores changes and challenges in healthcare in new episode of IMPACT South Carolina and live episode of Palmetto Perspectives
September 17, 2026
South Carolina ETV (SCETV) announces the premiere and screening of a new episode of IMPACT South Carolina(opens in new tab) as well as an opportunity for the public to be part…
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OneSixEight Productions opens new podcast studio in Columbia
September 17, 2026OneSixEight Productions has opened a new podcast studio in Columbia designed to make professional podcast production easier for businesses, organizations and creators. The new space offers two distinct recording environments…
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Join the SCSM Foundation for Moonlight & Milestones, a Black-Tie Gala
September 17, 2026
Saturday, October 17, 6:30 -10 p.m. The South Carolina State Museum Foundation will host Moonlight & Milestones(opens in new tab), a black-tie, red-carpet gala on Saturday, October 17, 6:30-10 p.m.…
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Historic 1910 Aladdin kit home hits the market in Columbia’s Melrose Heights
September 17, 2026
Award-recognized 1110 Hagood Avenue arrived from Bay City, Michigan by rail with every board pre-cut and every nail included — now updated with a modern kitchen, solar power, and nearly…
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Town of Irmo’s Jazz on Carlisle this Thursday
September 17, 2026
1st & 3rd Thursdays (September – November), 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM The Town of Irmo is thrilled to launch Jazz on Carlisle this Thursday! Join us for this brand-new…
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The Free Medical Clinic expands behavioral health access through statewide collaborative care partnership
September 17, 2026
The Leon Levine Foundation, The Free Medical Clinic, South Carolina Free Clinic Association, and MUSC are working together to integrate behavioral health services into primary care The Free Medical Clinic…
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South Carolina Water Utilities expands territory in Midlands
September 17, 2026
The Public Service Commission of South Carolina (PSC) officially approved the application submitted by South Carolina Water Utilities (SCWU) for a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Richland County and the…
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Able SC receives $80,000 grant from Power:Ed to support transition skills for rural SC youth with disabilities
September 16, 2026
Able South Carolina(opens in new tab) (Able SC), has been awarded an $80,000 grant from SC Student Loan(opens in new tab) Corporation through its philanthropy, Power:Ed(opens in new tab), to…
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Sonoco executive to lead 2026 Pee Dee Heart Walk and communitywide push for CPR readiness
September 16, 2026
James Harrell joins the American Heart Association in engaging Pee Dee employers to help create a Nation of Lifesavers™ According to the American Heart Association, 9 in 10 people who…
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The Civil War Changed Funeral Customs
September 16, 2026
By Tom Poland A do-it-yourself casket for a pet is as close most get today. I’ve heard of people paying a carpenter to build a casket for a dog,…
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North Carolina high school football team honors distinguished South Carolina military veterans
September 16, 2026South Mecklenburg High School hosts first-ever S.C. Military Veterans Hall of Fame Football Game By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Among the myriad memorial services held late last week commemorating the…
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Watching hummingbirds
September 16, 2026
(opens in new tab) By Jeff Becraft My wife has several hummingbird feeders hanging on our front porch. Four to be exact. Two weeks ago I talked about flies…
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The Inside-Out Effect: How Internal Communication Breakdowns Shatter Your External Brand
September 16, 2026
By Chelsea Bennett Founder and CEO of Ivey Palmer PR When executive leadership teams discuss brand reputation, the conversation almost immediately pivots to marketing budgets, public relations strategies, and customer…
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South Carolina Philharmonic launches 26/27 Capital Concert Series
September 15, 2026
With Love, the Best of the Romantic Period: October 17 at the Koger Center for the Arts The South Carolina Philharmonic launches its 62nd season of Capital Concerts—formerly known as…
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A conservation-minded heart for South Carolina
September 15, 2026The dedication and work of SCDNR’s Anna Huckabee Smith By Tom Mullikin Conservation is often measured in acres protected, species recovered, waterways restored or dollars invested. But behind each of…
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Columbia Chamber honors Tim Arnold at Annual Gala
September 14, 2026
Tim Arnold, Colonial Life, named Columbia Chamber’s 2026 Ambassador of the Year. The Columbia Chamber will honor Tim Arnold at Uncorked, the Chamber’s 123rd Annual Gala, Thursday, October 1, 2026. The…
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City of Columbia appoints SCRLA’s Lenza Jolley to Main Street District’s Board of Directors
September 14, 2026
The South Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association (SCRLA) announced that Lenza Jolley(opens in new tab), Vice President of Membership and Development, has been appointed by the City of Columbia Council…
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New study: S.C. infrastructure investments projected to generate $66.7 billion in economic impact
September 14, 2026
Approximately $39 billion in infrastructure investment across South Carolina from fiscal year 2021 through fiscal year 2028 is expected to generate $66.7 billion in total economic activity, according to new…
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Newberry College launches Tuition Advantage, offering 100% tuition coverage for eligible South Carolina students
September 14, 2026
New initiative expands access to a private college education for South Carolina families earning $100,000 or less. Newberry College, routinely recognized as a U.S. News & World Report Best Value…
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City of Columbia’s semiannual Pedestrian and Bicyclist Counts
September 14, 2026
Twice a year, the City of Columbia seeks out volunteers to help conduct our routine Pedestrian & Bicyclist Counts within the City’s limits. By counting pedestrians and people riding bicycles,…
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City of Columbia public comment period for FY2025 Consolidated Annual Performance & Evaluation Report
September 14, 2026
The City of Columbia Community Development Department is announcing a public comment period for the City’s Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Consolidated Annual Performance & Evaluation Report (CAPER). The public comment period…
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Town of Irmo to hold public informational meetings ahead of November ballot referendum on form of government
September 14, 2026
Referendum seeks to legally align Town governing documents with long-standing Council-Manager administrative structure; no changes to municipal services or daily operations. IRMO, S.C. — The Town of Irmo has announced a…
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Celebrate Black history and culture at Historic Columbia’s Jubilee Festival on September 19
September 14, 2026
Historic Columbia invites the community to celebrate Black history, heritage, and culture at the 48th annual Jubilee: Festival of Black History & Culture on Saturday, September 19, 2026. This free, family-friendly festival will take place from…
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Denmark Technical College and Savannah River Nuclear Solutions celebrate newest nuclear operator apprentices
September 14, 2026
Denmark Technical College and Savannah River Nuclear Solutions recently celebrated the latest completers of its Nuclear Operator Apprenticeship Program, recognizing 12 apprentices who completed rigorous training designed to prepare skilled professionals…
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City of Columbia appoints SCRLA Chief Operating Officer Douglas O’Flaherty to the Midlands Authority for Conventions, Sports and Tourism Board
September 14, 2026
The South Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association (SCRLA) announced that Chief Operating Officer Douglas O’Flaherty has been appointed by the City of Columbia Council to serve on the Board of…
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Richland County Deputies attend 9/11 memorial services
September 14, 2026Multiple services were held across the Midlands on September 11 By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Deputies with the Richland County Sheriff’s Department (RCSD) along with fellow law-enforcement officers and first…
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It’s okay to not be okay
September 11, 2026
(opens in new tab) By Jeff Becraft In one of his movies, Clint Eastwood says, “Every man needs to know his limitations.” I don’t really remember much about that…
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The 2026 State of University by President Michael Amiridis
September 11, 2026
University of South Carolina President Michael Amiridis delivered his 2026 State of the University address Wednesday, Sept. 9, highlighting the university’s growth, accomplishments and priorities for the year ahead. The…
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USC researchers land major AI-driven grants from Department of Energy
September 11, 2026Two University of South Carolina faculty were recently awarded significant grants as part of the first wave projects selected for the Department of Energy’s Genesis Mission. Designed to bring together…
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Experienced attorneys open Palmetto Accident Law
September 11, 2026
Two skilled, experienced trial attorneys committed to serving injured South Carolina residents throughout the state have opened Palmetto Accident Law(opens in new tab), with offices in Columbia and Charleston. Attorneys…
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Ceremonial beam signing marks expansion of Building Construction Technology training at Midlands Technical College
September 11, 2026
Midlands Technical College(opens in new tab) hosted a ceremonial beam signing to mark the expansion of Building Construction Technology training at the college. The project, supported by a $1 million…
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