Zeus welcomes Kevin Greer as Orangeburg Plant Manager
October 8, 2025
Zeus, the world’s leading polymer extrusion and catheter design manufacturer, has named Kevin Greer Plant Manager of its Orangeburg, S.C., facility. Established in 1981, Orangeburg was Zeus’ first South Carolina…
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Ford Reynolds moves from intern to Brokerage Associate at Colliers | South Carolina
October 8, 2025
Colliers | South Carolina announced Ford Reynolds as its newest Brokerage Associate in the Columbia office. Reynolds will serve as an advisor to owners, tenants, sellers and buyers in the…
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Hood Construction completes Saluda Skyride at Riverbanks Zoo & Garden
October 8, 2025
On August 28th, Hood Construction joined Riverbanks Zoo & Garden staff and community officials to celebrate the grand opening of the highly anticipated Saluda Skyride. As part of Riverbanks’ multi-year…
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Columbia International University awarded $1 million Lilly Endowment grant to expand innovative Engage Program
October 8, 2025
Columbia International University (CIU) has received a grant of $1 million from Lilly Endowment Inc. This funding will accelerate the full rollout of Columbia Biblical Seminary’s Engage Program, a pioneering…
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Kristina Leaphart Awarded Best & Brightest 35 & Under by Columbia Business Monthly
October 8, 2025
Trinity Partners announced Director of Marketing, Kristina Leaphart was selected for the 2025 Best & Brightest 35 & Under Award by Columbia Business Monthly. Each year, Integrated Media Publishing honors…
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Flock and Rally’s CEO, Merritt McNeely, named as a 2025 Most Influential Leader
October 8, 2025
Flock and Rally, a women-owned, full-service communications and marketing agency based in Columbia, South Carolina, is celebrating two major recognitions: CEO Merritt McNeely has been named to the 2025 list…
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Trinity Partners Columbia announces Q3 2025 notable transactions
October 8, 2025
Trinity Partners recently completed the following notable commercial real estate transactions during the third quarter of 2025. Sales Transactions • Nick Stomski, SIOR, Ryan Causey, and Jake Nidiffer, SIOR represented…
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The Nickelodeon Theater awarded national Science on Screen® grant
October 8, 2025
The Nickelodeon Theater has been selected as one of 41 independent cinemas, museums, and community film organizations across the country to receive a 2025–26 Science on Screen® grant, an initiative…
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Columbia Craft closes taproom, continues statewide distribution
October 8, 2025
Columbia Craft Brewing Company has announced the immediate closure of its taproom on Green Street, marking the end of an era for one of the city’s popular gathering spots. In…
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LS3P congratulates University of South Carolina on nursing program ranking
October 8, 2025
LS3P congratulates the University of South Carolina on its impressive rise in the latest U.S. News rankings, with the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program climbing 17 spots to reach…
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LS3P’s Tyler McKenzie selected to participate in Leadership Columbia
October 7, 2025
LS3P announced that Tyler McKenzie, AIA, Senior Associate and Architect in the firm’s Columbia office, has been selected for the Leadership Columbia Class of 2026. This esteemed program, hosted by…
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SC Ports Authority appoints Mallace CEO
October 7, 2025
With a unanimous vote by its Board of Directors, the South Carolina State Ports Authority (SC Ports) announced Micah Mallace as President and CEO. Mallace assumes leadership of the port…
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Champions crowned at National Crappie League tournament on Lake Murray
October 7, 2025
Scooter Byars and Keith Smith take home First Place in the Pro Division at the National Crappie League Tournament on Lake Murray. Capital City/Lake Murray Country (CCLMC) proudly announces the successful…
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SC REALTORS celebrate award winners, install 2026 incoming leadership
October 7, 2025
South Carolina REALTORS® (SCR) celebrated its 2025 award winners, and installation of officers at Wild Dunes in Isle of Palms in September. Approximately 300 Realtors from across the state attended…
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Pratt Industries expands York County operations with new manufacturing facility
October 7, 2025
$92.5 million investment will create 116 new jobs FAST FACTS Pratt Industries is expanding its operations in York County with a new manufacturing facility. The company’s $92.5 million investment will create…
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Charleston retains title of No. 1 small city in the U.S. in Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards
October 7, 2025
For the fourth consecutive year, and 14th time in the last 15 years, Charleston has been named the top city in the U.S. by Condé Nast Traveler readers. The Readers’ Choice Awards…
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STEM Extravaganza ignites curiosity and hope for South Carolina students
October 7, 2025
Children from across the state get hands-on STEM experiences and career inspiration as part of the nationwide Lights on Afterschool celebration The South Carolina Afterschool Alliance (SCAA) welcomed more than…
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South Carolina Chamber of Commerce announces 2025 award winners
October 7, 2025
The South Carolina Chamber of Commerce (SC Chamber) is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2025 Business Leader of the Year award and the 2025 Public Servant of the Year award, which will be presented…
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SCRA announces new member companies and grant funding
October 7, 2025
Graided and SimXity AERO were accepted as South Carolina Research Authority Member Companies. Alita Technologies, Blotting Innovations, Lucie Medical, and Tiersphere received new grant funding. All SCRA Member Companies receive…
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Dreher art teacher named South Carolina Art Educator of the Year
October 7, 2025
Dreher High School art teacher Katie Pfrommer has been named the 2025 South Carolina Art Educator of the Year by the South Carolina Art Education Association (SCAEA). The award recognizes…
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2026 SC Nonprofit Summit: Woven Together
October 7, 2025
South Carolina’s largest gathering of nonprofit, philanthropic, and community leaders will return for the 2026 SC Nonprofit Summit. Presented by Together SC and cohosted by the United Way Association of…
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City of Columbia to host hiring fair
October 7, 2025
Who: City of Columbia Mayor’s Office, Midlands Business Leadership Group (MBLG), Elevate Midlands, and Columbia Chamber of Commerce What: The City of Columbia Mayor’s Office and community partners will be hosting a…
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Awards announced from the City of Columbia’s 10th annual PARK(ing) Day
October 7, 2025
We had a blast on Friday, September 19, when the City celebrated our 10th annual PARK(ing) Day, with 11 parklets placed along Main Street! Each parklet’s design contemplated how participants might plan…
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Columbia City Council meeting agenda Tuesday, October 7, 2025
October 7, 2025
The Columbia City Council will conduct a Regular Meeting on Tuesday, October 7, 2025 at 2:00 p.m. at City Hall (Council Chambers), 1737 Main Street, Third Floor, Columbia, SC 29201.…
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SCDOT receives $8 million in federal funds for emergency replacement of Old Vaucluse Road bridge over I-20 in Aiken County
October 7, 2025
The South Carolina Department of Transportation is announcing the award of $8 million in federal funding that was approved by the Federal Highway Administration for the emergency replacement of the…
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Richland Library announces return of SC’s can’t miss free book festival
October 7, 2025
2nd Annual Read Freely Fest Set for March 27-29, 2026 Richland Library proudly announces the return of Read Freely Fest, scheduled for March 27–29, 2026, at Richland Library Main (1431 Assembly St., Columbia,…
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The Big Red Barn Retreat named finalist for the 2025 Defender Service Awards
October 7, 2025
Public Voting Open from October 3rd – October 19th, 2025 The Big Red Barn Retreat (BRBR) has been selected as a finalist in the Honorees category in the 2025 Defender…
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The City of Columbia’s Office of Neighborhood Safety and Engagement announces continued SCORF funding and National Substance Use Prevention Month
October 7, 2025
WHO: City of Columbia Office of Neighborhood Safety and Engagement WHAT: The City of Columbia’s Office of Neighborhood Safety and Engagement (ONSE) is excited to announce that the South Carolina Opioid Recovery…
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The City of Columbia Office of Business Opportunities introduces “Grow Up and Grow Old: Columbia” cohort
October 7, 2025
Who: The City of Columbia Office of Business Opportunities What: The Office of Business Opportunities is introducing its 5-week course, Grow up and Grow Old: Columbia. Grow Up and Grow Old: Columbia is…
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Planning Commission Thursday, October 9, 2025
October 7, 2025
On Thursday, October 9, 2025, the Planning Commission meeting will be held at 4:00 p.m. at City Hall, 1737 Main Street, Columbia, SC 29201. Members of the public and/or media…
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City of Columbia to host “Sharing the Road” community meeting
October 7, 2025
The City of Columbia is kicking off a public planning process to improve safety for all roadway users – from our more vulnerable users like pedestrians and cyclists, to transit…
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South Carolina Public Radio premieres new audio drama series, Shortwave Kitsch Radio
October 7, 2025
South Carolina Public Radio (SC Public Radio) is pleased to announce the premiere of Shortwave Kitsch Radio, an original audio drama series that combines history with creative storytelling. The series will…
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Dominion Energy to begin performing tree trimming activities as scheduled for 2025
October 7, 2025
Dominion Energy will begin performing tree trimming activities along overhead utility lines in the following neighborhoods on Monday, October 6, 2025, at 7:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Distribution Line Tree Trimming:…
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Major League Fishing returns to Lake Murray Country for Phoenix Bass Fishing League, October 10–11, 2025
October 7, 2025
MLF’s grassroots weekend circuit expands to 12 Regional tournaments, allowing bass anglers to compete closer to home for lucrative prizes and qualify for the 43rd Annual BFL All-American Championship. Major…
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PalmettoPride announces 2026 Tree Grant recipients
October 7, 2025
Program Helps Restore South Carolina Tree Canopy One Year After Hurricane Helene PalmettoPride has awarded 1,503 trees to 18 organizations in 13 counties through its annual Tree Grant program, offered…
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M. B. Kahn welcomes Jason Hlewicki as Senior Vice President, Charlotte office
October 6, 2025
M. B. Kahn, a leading construction firm in the Southeast, announced the appointment of Jason Hlewicki as Senior Vice President, managing the company’s Charlotte office. With more than 25 years…
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Pope Flynn expands to Georgia, adds seasoned public finance attorney James Woodward
October 6, 2025
Pope Flynn, a law firm concentrating in public finance and governmental law, has expanded to Georgia, adding an office in Athens and broadening its Southeastern presence. The new office in…
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Colliers Report: Columbia Office Market Q3 2025
October 6, 2025
Colliers | South Carolina Market Report Columbia office rent growth accelerating behind consistent demand Market Highlights Healthy demand for office space in Columbia has propelled rent growth to levels comparable…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Wes Lyles, Studio 2LR
October 6, 2025
The Who’s on the Move, Entrepreneur Minute is an interview in support of the undeniable impact that entrepreneurs have on our communities. In this series you will see a diverse group…
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Turner Padget adds Columbia-based associate to nationally ranked litigation practice
October 6, 2025
Turner Padget announces the addition of Kyle H. Cooper as an associate in the firm’s Columbia office. With a focus on counseling clients through litigation matters, Kyle brings experience in…
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Patrick Furman promoted to Managing Broker at Herlong Sotheby’s International Realty
October 6, 2025
Herlong Sotheby’s International Realty has named Patrick Furman as its new Managing Broker for its McDaniel Greene office. As Managing Broker, Furman will oversee the daily operations by ensuring compliance,…
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SCDNR Director addresses international forum in Ecuador
October 6, 2025Mullikin says S.C. and the Galápagos Islands, face similar threats from erosion, sea-level rise, and extreme weather events Dr. Tom Mullikin, director of the S.C. Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR),…
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United Community celebrates World Animal Day through acts of service
October 3, 2025United Community is celebrating World Animal Day on October 4 by taking meaningful action to support animal welfare across the Southeast. Teams throughout the region will unite in service projects…
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Governor Henry McMaster issues Manufacturing Month proclamation
October 3, 2025
Governor Henry McMaster issued a proclamation celebrating October as South Carolina Manufacturing Month and Friday, October 3, as National Manufacturing Day across the state. The proclamation honors the strength, innovation,…
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Greenville Chamber’s “Dream Team” of the 1990s reunites to celebrate golden era of growth
October 3, 2025Twenty former leaders of the Greenville Chamber of Commerce came together last week at Endeavor Greenville for a Golden Era Reunion. The gathering honored the team whose vision and collaboration…
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Jeff Lawler joins Sandhills School Board of Trustees
October 3, 2025
Jeff Lawler, a local REALTOR® with Live Oak Real Estate, has recently been appointed to the Sandhills School Board of Trustees, a premier independent school in Columbia, SC. Lawler brings…
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Mashburn Construction announces key employee promotions to strengthen leadership team
October 2, 2025
Mashburn Construction, a leader in general contracting, announced the promotion of several team members to new leadership roles, following the completion of the company’s annual employee review process. These promotions…
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Luke Sox joins Solutions for Living at Home as Assistant Director
October 2, 2025
Solutions for Living at Home, a trusted provider of elder support services and in home care, welcomed Luke Sox as its new Assistant Director. He assumed his new position in…
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Molly Campolong and Haley Moorman named among Columbia’s ‘Best and Brightest’ for 2025
October 2, 2025
Robinson Gray attorneys Molly Campolong and Haley Moorman have been named to Columbia Business Monthly’s 2025 Best & Brightest 35 and Under list, which honors young professionals for their outstanding…
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Columbia Museum of Art November 2025 Exhibitions and Events Calendar
October 2, 2025
Columbia Museum of Art November 2025 Calendar EXHIBITIONS Keith Haring: Radiant Vision On view through February 15, 2026 Keith Haring (1958–1990) emerged as a shooting star of the New York…
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