Take a bite out of hunger and save on Zoo admission during Toucan Tuesdays
June 5, 2019Annual Food Drive Benefitting Harvest Hope Food Bank Begins June 11 Planning a trip to Riverbanks Zoo and Garden this summer? Guests visiting on a Toucan Tuesday will receive BOGO…
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Lane closures planned for westbound portion of Killian Road over I-77 in Richland County
June 5, 2019Bridge Rehabilitation to begin the night of June 10 and last approx. 6 weeks The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) announces a lane closure beginning the night of June…
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Charter Institute at Erskine’s Celina Patton awarded for outstanding contributions in education
June 5, 2019
Celina Patton, Chief of Student Services for the Charter Institute at Erskine, was recognized by the South Carolina Association of School Psychologists (SCASP) with their 2019 Outstanding Contributions in Education…
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DHEC accepting nominations for ‘Community Stars’
June 5, 2019
Nominations are now being accepted for Community Star awards that spotlight some of South Carolina’s advocates for a better environment and healthier communities. The S.C. Department of Health and Environmental…
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Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin & McDonald’s franchisees highlight Columbia’s summer hiring initiative
June 5, 2019
McDonald’s and its independent franchisees expect to hire close to 7,000 people in South Carolina this summer McDonald’s and Mayor Steve Benjamin are highlighting McDonald’s summer hiring initiative and its…
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The COMET Community Listening Session scheduled for Batesburg-Leesville
June 5, 2019
The COMET transit system is continuing its series of public listening sessions throughout the Midlands to solicit input on future plans and recommendations for transit system improvements. Attendees are asked…
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SAFE Federal Credit Union begins construction on new Red Bank branch
June 5, 2019
SAFE Federal Credit Union broke ground on their newest branch located in the Red Bank community of Lexington, South Carolina on May 29th. Located on Brevard Parkway, the 2,825 square…
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Rotarians aid local family, charity
June 5, 2019
Capital Rotarians have given a helping hand to a local family and to a local charity as part of the club’s commitment to community service, according to president Philip Flynn.…
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Dawn Hunt named chair of 29th Walk for Life and Famously Hot Pink Half Marathon, 5K + 10K
June 5, 2019
Dawn Hunt has been named chair of the 29th Walk for Life and Famously Hot Pink Half Marathon, 5K + 10K, signature fundraising events led by Prisma Health Midlands Foundation.…
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CSMS wins national award for ‘Capturing Kids’ Hearts’
June 5, 2019
Carolina Springs Middle earned a national honor for building strong connections between students and adults, creating an environment where everyone can look forward to coming to school. The Flippen Group…
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Two Rotary Foundation donors recognized
June 5, 2019
Capital Rotary president Philip Flynn (center in photo) congratulates Jimmy Gibbs (left) and Bud Foy for earning Paul Harris Fellow Plus-Four honors recognizing their continued contributions to The Rotary Foundation,…
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How to win the war with your rivals
June 5, 2019
By Jerry Bellune Remember what Sun Tzu taught us in his “Art of War” – know your strengths and weaknesses and your competitors’, too. Our competitors are in print,…
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Midlands School Library reopens doors to entire community this summer
June 5, 2019
While school may be out for the summer, the library at Lower Richland High School (2615 Lower Richland Boulevard) is in session. Richland Library is once again enacting the space…
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USC prof touts “Saving the South’s Flavors”
June 5, 2019
University of South Carolina professor Dr. David Shields brought a tasty message as Capital Rotary’s June 5 guest speaker. Shields (flanked in photo by Rotarians Chris Myers at left and…
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FinTrust Capital Advisors hosts third annual FinTrust Financial Forum
June 4, 2019
On Wednesday, May 22, 2019 FinTrust Capital Advisors hosted an informative, collaborative conference focused on innovation and intellectual property at Zen in downtown Greenville. The FinTrust Financial Forum featured eight…
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BB&T gift benefits Lexington District One International Baccalaureate students
June 4, 2019
Lexington County School District One held a ribbon cutting ceremony at Lexington High School on Thursday, May 30, 2019, to commemorate BB&T’s investment in the district’s International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme.…
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SC Center for Fathers and Families launches 2nd Annual “Reel Connection” Father’s Day campaign
June 4, 2019The South Carolina Center for Fathers and Families (Center) has launched its 2nd Annual Reel Connection Campaign, part of the nonprofit’s annual Father’s Day appeal. Anchoring the campaign is Bassmaster Champion…
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LS3P welcomes Abigail Hollingsworth
June 4, 2019
LS3P welcomes Abigail Hollingsworth, who joins the firm’s Columbia office as a Marketing Coordinator. Hollingsworth, who earned a Bachelor of Arts in Public Relations from the University of South Carolina,…
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NAI Columbia arranges two office leases at Colonial Village in Columbia
June 4, 2019
NAI Columbia Director of Retail Services and Principal Patrick Palmer, CCIM and Senior Broker and Principal Jeff Hein, SIOR represented the landlord in the lease transaction of two suites at…
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Leaving the Nest: Financial Strategies for Life After College
June 4, 2019
By Ann J. Beckwith, CFP® With spring upon us, nearly 3 million college students are preparing to proudly accept their hard-earned college diplomas and storm the “real world.” With…
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It’s budget time. Your participation is vital.
June 4, 2019
By Richard Eckstrom S.C. Comptroller Followers of today’s political news are treated to plenty of fireworks, fanfare and theatrics. There’s talk of contempt charges and “constitutional crises,” of tariffs…
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Country music artist Cody Webb promotes tourism in his home town
June 3, 2019The Capital City/Lake Murray Country Regional Tourism Office (CCLMC) is in partnership with Nashville Country Music Star, Cody Webb. Webb grew up in Saluda County on Lake Murray and is…
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Top Grossing Movies – June 3, 2019
June 3, 2019
Theatrical grosses from comScore Week of 05/31/2019 to 06/06/2019 Rank Title Distributor Weeks Weekend Gross Cumulative 1 Aladdin Disney 2 $42,840,544.00 $185,537,718.00 2 Rocketman Paramount 1 $25,725,722.00 $25,725,722.00 3…
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Woodlands along two S.C. rivers, now conserved
June 3, 2019
Nearly 140 acres of natural and scenic woodlands bordered by two major South Carolina rivers surrounded by the U.S. Sumter National Forest are now protected, thanks to the collaborative efforts…
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Sara Green announced as Executive Director of South Carolina Wildlife Federation
June 3, 2019
SC Wildlife Federation poised for growth with new Executive Director The South Carolina Wildlife Federation (SCWF) has named Sara K. Green as Executive Director. Green is the sixth Executive Director…
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Are you neglecting your best branding tool?
June 3, 2019
By Marcia Purday, APR NP Strategy Companies throughout the nation invest millions (or billions!) in their brands – from research and communication strategies, to analytics and more. But ultimately,…
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Commission on Higher Education announces new president and executive director
June 3, 2019
Dr. Rusty L. Monhollon has been named president and executive director of the South Carolina Commission on Higher Education (CHE). Monhollon’s appointment was confirmed by a unanimous vote of the…
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Spiritual connection focus of local artist’s new exhibit at Richland Library
June 3, 2019
A new art exhibit wants to awaken a spiritual and emotional connection in others. BA AKHU: A New Path goes on display Thursday, June 6 in The Gallery at Richland…
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Woodlands along two South Carolina rivers, now conserved
June 3, 2019Nearly 140 acres of natural and scenic woodlands bordered by two major South Carolina rivers surrounded by the U.S. Sumter National Forest are now protected, thanks to the collaborative efforts…
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Students with disabilities are prepared to live independently thanks to Project SEARCH
June 2, 2019
Securing employment can be a challenge for any young adult. It can be even more difficult for those with disabilities. Thanks to Project SEARCH, a national program that partners with…
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Marines honored by ARMY NORTH representative
May 31, 2019
By Alex Junes-Ward COLUMBIA, S.C. – Colonels Steven B. Vitali and W. Thomas Smith Jr. were honored, May 31, by the senior representative of U.S. ARMY NORTH for the…
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Paul Simpson appointed Data Scientist at Elliott Davis
May 31, 2019
Elliott Davis announces that Paul Simpson has been hired for the newly formed position of data scientist. In his role, Simpson will lead data research and analysis for the entire…
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Public discussion to focus on local & national eviction concerns
May 31, 2019
WHAT: American Eviction: Why a Nation of Renters Can’t Make Rent WHEN: 6 – 7:30 p.m., Wednesday, June 5 WHERE: Richland Library Main 1431 Assembly St., Columbia, SC 29201 WHO:…
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Stevens & Wilkinson’s Robby Aull named to Clemson Architectural Foundation Board of Trustees
May 30, 2019Stevens & Wilkinson (S&W) congratulates firm Principal and South Carolina President Robby Aull, AIA, ACHA, LEED AP, on being selected to serve on the Board of Trustees for Clemson University’s…
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The SEFA Group names new Executive Director of Business Development
May 30, 2019
Walter LeMaire has joined The SEFA Group as Executive Director of Business Development for the company’s Engineering & Projects Business Unit. LeMaire will be responsible for strategic and operational planning in…
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Vän Robotics receives SC Launch, Inc. investment
May 30, 2019
SCRA announces a $200,000 SC Launch, Inc. investment in Vän Robotics. The innovative, Columbia-based company was accepted into SCRA’s entrepreneurial program, SC Launch, in January 2017. Vän Robotics is revolutionizing student…
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Attorney honored for military service
May 30, 2019
By W. Thomas Smith Jr. CAMDEN, S.C. – Attorney and global expedition leader Thomas S. Mullikin was presented a hand-made quilt from the Quilts of Valor Foundation for his…
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Looking for something local, free & engaging to do this summer?
May 30, 2019
As the school year comes to an end and the unofficial start to summer arrives, Richland Library is encouraging local residents to keep their minds active and engaged over the…
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Prisma Health announces Mark S. O’Halla as president and chief executive officer
May 30, 2019
The Prisma Health announced the selection of Mark S. O’Halla as the health company’s new president and chief executive officer (CEO). O’Halla, along with the members of the executive leadership team,…
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Chris Moore promoted to President of CarolinaPower, leading electrical contractor
May 30, 2019
Chris Moore has been promoted to President of CarolinaPower, a leading employee-owned electrical contractor with offices in Columbia, Greenville, Charleston and North Augusta. The company serves industrial, commercial, healthcare and…
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Colliers International’s Taylor Allen and Philip Vann receive Certified Commercial Investment Member designation
May 30, 2019
Prestigious CCIM designation awarded to two brokerage team members. Colliers International’s Taylor Allen and Philip Vann have both been awarded the Certified Commercial Investment Member (CCCIM) designation by the CCIM…
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Salvation Army presents ‘DOING THE MOST GOOD’ awards
May 30, 2019
The Salvation Army of the Midlands celebrated National Salvation Army Week last week. A major highlight of the week included presenting community partners with ‘DOING THE MOST GOOD’ awards. The…
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SC DSS Employees of the Month
May 30, 2019
The South Carolina Department of Social Services’ Employee of the Month program recognizes staff whose work exemplifies our core principles: Competence, Courage and Compassion. The four most recently selected were:…
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Hoyt Duncan Legacy Fund donates funding to The Comet for supporting foodshare program at The Comet
May 30, 2019
The Hoyt Duncan Legacy Fund through Central Carolina Community Foundation has made a generous donation of $2,500 to support The COMET’s effort in selling fresh produce to its riders at…
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Five Points Association listed on the National Register of Historic Places
May 30, 2019
The Five Points Association announced that Five Points is now listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Largely developed between 1919 and 1967, Five Points is historically significant as…
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Lake Carolina Development donates $31,000 to local Children’s Charities
May 30, 2019
Lake Carolina Properties presented a check for $31,000 to five local charities through its beneficiary, Children’s Charities of the Midlands. This gift was made possible through various community events and…
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Natural History Day … Rocks at South Carolina State Museum
May 29, 2019
Natural History Day is returning to the South Carolina State Museum with a day of minerals, geology, archeology, rocks and more, Saturday, June 8, from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m.…
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First South Carolina School honored as U.S. Department of Education Green Ribbon School for Environmental Initiatives
May 29, 2019
Dutch Fork Elementary School in Lexington County is the first South Carolina school to be recognized nationally by the U.S. Department of Education for environmentally conscious programming. The S.C. Department…
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MCA Architecture project receives Adaptive Use Award from Historic Columbia
May 29, 2019
A recent MCA Architecture project, Cyberwoven, received the Adaptive Use Award from Historic Columbia at the organization’s annual Preservation Awards Luncheon. Historic Columbia hosts the Preservation Awards Luncheon annually during…
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The “Man Killer” that is Everest
May 29, 2019
One of South Carolina’s top mountaineers discusses climbing perils By W. Thomas Smith Jr. South Carolina’s own Tom Mullikin is intimately familiar with Mount Everest. No, the Camden-based global…
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