Mullikin inducted into elite “fight club”
May 6, 2019
By W. Thomas Smith Jr. COLUMBIA, S.C. – Maj. Gen. (Ret.) Tom Mullikin was inducted into the South Carolina Black Belt Hall of Fame (SCBBHOF) during ceremonies at Indigo Jones…
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CyberSC to present Annual Awards for Cyber Excellence at 3rd Annual Cybersecurity Summit in Greenville on May 16th
May 6, 2019CyberSC announced the recipients of the 2019 CyberSC Awards for Cyber Excellence. Award recipients in three categories – Industry, Government, and Academia – will be recognized at the SC Chamber…
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The Young Entrepreneur’s Online Summer Camp featuring FastTrac®
May 6, 2019
M.A.Curfman Learning & Consulting announced a 10-week online program for youth ages 12 to 18 who are aspiring and early-stage entrepreneurs. Working with facilitators and real-world business coaches the participants…
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Richland One’s SOAR into Summer celebration gives parents tips to prevent the summer learning slide
May 6, 2019
During the summer, sometimes students like to take a break from learning, which can lead to what educators refer to as the “summer slide.” Richland One has tips to share…
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LawyerLisa attorney named Columbia Coordinator for Annual Cinderella Project
May 6, 2019LawyerLisa, LLC announced that Attorney, Renee Ballew, has been named the Columbia Coordinator for the South Carolina Cinderella Project. “We are excited to announce Renee’s appointment as Columbia Coordinator for…
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Non-profit names new President of Board of Directors
May 6, 2019
LawyerLisa Marketing Director Named President of the Board of Directors for The Therapy Place LawyerLisa, LLC announced that Marketing Director, Heather McDonald, has been appointed as the new President of…
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Richland Library Reveals Kids in Print 2019 Contributors
May 6, 2019
Showcasing the talents of young people across the Midlands, Richland Library prepares for the upcoming release of the annual literary magazine, Kids in Print 2019. This year’s publication marks the…
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Graduate’s passion for journalism leads her to CNN
May 6, 2019
Ashailyn Gleaton earned a Bachelor of Arts in communications degree from SC State in 2018. Throughout her life, she has known that she wanted to work in the broadcasting industry.…
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Jackson Lewis and its Greenville attorneys recognized in Chambers USA 2019
May 6, 2019
Jackson Lewis P.C., one of the country’s preeminent workplace law firms, announced the firm and its Greenville attorneys have been recognized in the 2019 edition of Chambers USA: America’s Leading…
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Mast Store kicks off the Sharing Our Shoes Drive in local communities
May 3, 2019
During the month of May, Mast Store asks that you join us as we reach out into our communities and fill a need: shoes. A pair of shoes may mean…
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LS3P congratulates Principal Jason Likas
May 3, 2019
LS3P congratulates Jason Likas, AIA, NCARB, LEED AP, on his recent recognition as an Associate Principal in the firm. Likas, an architect and project manager with over 18 years of…
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Mental Illness Recovery Center, Inc. holds annual 52 Windows fundraiser
May 3, 2019
To Benefit Midlands Housing and Homeless Programs The Mental Illness Recovery Center, Inc. (MIRCI) is holding its annual benefit, 52 Windows, at 701 Whaley Street on Thursday, May 9 at 6…
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Girl Scouts of South Carolina–Mountains to Midlands to Honor 28 Gold Award Girl Scouts
May 3, 2019
Through the Gold Award, girls not only provide solutions that last to some of society’s biggest problems—like cleaner oceans, equity in girls’ education, and greater access to science and technology…
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The City Manager’s Spotlight – May 2019
May 3, 2019
The City Manager’s Spotlight provides details about what is happening in the City of Columbia in an effort to keep citizens informed about City operations. The City Manager’s Spotlight on…
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Free shuttle to Rosewood Crawdad Festival on Saturday, May 4
May 3, 2019The COMET and Rosewood Merchant Association has partnered together to provide a free shuttle along Rosewood Drive between Crowson Road SuperStop and South Carolina State Fairgrounds. The shuttle will operate…
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Once on This Island Jr. at Town Theatre
May 2, 2019
Once On This Island Jr. is a rousing and heartfelt story full of moving music and beautiful storytelling. Based on Hans Christian Andersen’s classic fairy tale, The Little Mermaid, Once…
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Local cultural programs to observe Asian Pacific American Heritage Month
May 2, 2019
During the month of May, Richland Library is recognizing the contributions of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders across the country. Our staff are planning programs that pay tribute to Asian…
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LS3P’s Beth Florence wins IIDA Carolina’s Star Award
May 2, 2019
LS3P congratulates Interior Designer Beth Florence, IIDA, NCIDQ, EDAC, on winning the Star Award from the Carolinas Chapter of the International Interior Design Association (IIDA). Florence pecializes in interior designs…
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Museum Newsroom: $1 General admission; Hall of Heroes closes, Sun. May 5
May 2, 2019Hall of Heroes Closes May 5 This is the last weekend to experience the exciting interactive exhibit Hall of Heroes. Featuring, Batman, Superman, the Hulk and more, the exhibit explores the history…
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Turner Padget celebrates 90th anniversary as one of Southeast’s leading law firms
May 2, 2019
Turner Padget is proud to celebrate 90 years of practice and client service this year, marking a new era for the firm and its continued growth. Founded in 1929, Turner…
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State employees raise more than $218,000 for United Ways across South Carolina
May 2, 2019
The South Carolina State Employee Charitable Giving Campaign has concluded with more than $218,000 raised for United Ways across the state, and almost $150,000 of that will go to improve…
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Gabi Santos joins Prisma Health Midlands Foundation
May 2, 2019
Prisma Health Midlands Foundation announced Gabi Santos has joined the Public Relations/Events team as events manager for Prisma Health Children’s Hospital–Midlands. Prior to joining the Foundation, Santos was Fund Development…
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Plus-Eight Paul Harris Fellow Recognition
May 1, 2019
Capital Rotary member Mike Montgomery (left in photo) is congratulated by club president Philip Flynn for continuing contributions to The Rotary Foundation in support of international programs that promote peace,…
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Lourie Center offers water aerobics at Maxcy Gregg Pool
May 1, 2019
The Lourie Center is offering a summer water aerobics program for adults, in cooperation with Maxcy Gregg Pool. Classes begin Tuesday May 28 and will continue all summer through the…
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South Carolina school to receive 2018–2019 RAMP School honor
May 1, 2019
The American School Counselor Association (ASCA) recently announced Pate Elementary School in Darlington, S.C. as a Recognized ASCA Model Program (RAMP). The RAMP designation, awarded for aligning with the criteria…
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Phase One land development begins for LandTech’s Autumn Pond community
May 1, 2019
Real estate management and development company breaks ground in Blythewood, S.C. LandTech, LLC, a private real estate management and development firm headquartered in Columbia, S.C., announced Autumn Pond as the…
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Lifestyle Changes Improve Heart Health
May 1, 2019
Small lifestyle changes can make a big difference in a person’s heart health, according to Stephanie Portnall and Cierra Ketchel of the American Heart Association, guest speakers at Capital Rotary’s…
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GADC celebrates 2018 economic development success, presents Chairman’s Award to John Moore and NEXT
May 1, 2019
Lt. Governor Pamela Evette Delivers Keynote The Greenville Area Development Corporation (GADC), charged with promoting and enhancing quality of life in Greenville County by facilitating job growth and investment, today…
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LS3P announces strategic leadership changes
May 1, 2019
Charleston, Columbia, Greenville, and Myrtle Beach, SC; Charlotte, Raleigh, and Wilmington, NC; Savannah, GA Architecture, interiors, and planning firm LS3P is announcing key leadership transitions effective May 1, 2019. Photo:…
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Studio 2LR, Inc. earns IIDA Carolinas DesignWorks award
May 1, 2019Studio 2LR was recognized with an Honorable Mention in the Government/Institutional category for their design of Richland Library Edgewood at the International Interior Design Association’s (IIDA) 2019 DesignWorks Award program…
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Dr. Gloria Bromell Tinubu announces candidacy for US Senate
May 1, 2019
Economist, CEO, former college professor and public servant Dr. Gloria Bromell Tinubu is excited to formally announce her candidacy for the United States Senate for the State of South Carolina.…
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*Additional Show Added* Mamma Mia! at Town Theatre
May 1, 2019
**Due to popular demand, an additional performance has been added on Saturday, May 11 at 3:00pm!** You can dance ~ you can jive ~ having the time of your life!”…
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Robinson Gray again named as ‘Band 1’ firm in general commercial litigation by Chambers USA
May 1, 2019
The 2019 edition of Chambers USA – America’s Leading Lawyers for Business, a directory of top lawyers and law firms, has once again ranked Robinson Gray among the nation’s best…
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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis recognizes Janet Price of Summit Parkway Middle as Educator of the Year
May 1, 2019
South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis recognized Janet Price of Summit Parkway Middle School in Northeast Columbia as the 2019 Future Scholar Financial Literacy Program Educator of the Year. Loftis visited…
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Central Energy, Columbia SC Visitors Center win 2019 Historic Columbia Preservation Awards
May 1, 2019
Two recent Garvin Design Group projects – Central Energy on the Bull Street campus and the new Columbia SC Visitors Center on Lincoln Street – are 2019 recipients of Historic…
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Magnus Development Partners breaks ground on Midway Logistics IV, a 200,000-square-foot speculative building in Lexington County Industrial Park
May 1, 2019
Colliers International | South Carolina’s industrial brokerage team in Columbia to handle marketing and leasing for Midway Logistics IV. Magnus Development Partners recently broke ground on the fourth speculative development…
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Leadership Columbia Class of 2019 completes beautification and branding project for Babcock Center
May 1, 2019
Over the course of the past four months, the Leadership Columbia Class of 2019 has collectively devoted more than 900 hours of work toward exterior and interior beautification of the…
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Garvin Design Group’s Interiors at Hammond School Science & Innovation Center win Honorable Mention at IIDA DesignWorks
May 1, 2019
Garvin Design Group’s interior design at Hammond School’s Science & Innovation Center in Columbia earned Honorable Mention in the Education category at IIDA Carolinas’ DesignWorks 2019. Per the International Interior…
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Capital Rotary honored as Two-Star Club
May 1, 2019
Eric Davis (right in photo), an assistant governor for Rotary District 7770 in eastern South Carolina, congratulates Columbia Capital Rotary president Philip Flynn for the club’s achieving Two-STAR status. This…
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SCCADVASA’s “REALationships IQ” quiz helps parents and teens discuss healthy relationships
May 1, 2019
It’s official: The REALationships101 campaign and its new REALationships IQ quiz is a hit with teens and parents across South Carolina. In March, the S.C. Coalition Against Domestic Violence and…
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Mumford Industries Inc. upgrades increase plastic recycling / reprocessing capacity
May 1, 2019
Mumford Industries Inc. a recycler and reprocessor of industrial plastic scrap recently completed phase 2 of their 2019 upgrades by installing an enhanced metal detection system to further improve their…
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Creative Builders, Inc. welcomes Vaughn West as Project Superintendent
April 30, 2019
Creative Builders, Inc. welcomed Vaughn West to the team in the role of Project Superintendent. Vaughn brings over 16 years of valuable experience in various construction management roles and is…
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Midlands Mediation Center announces Power Mondays – Peace Talks
April 30, 2019
The Midlands Mediation Center, a non-profit organization serving central South Carolina since 1998 specializing in conflict resolution, mediation and development of communication skills, announces Power Mondays – Peace Talks, a…
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Heidi Dennis joins Cypress as new Director of Real Estate Services
April 30, 2019
Cypress Commercial and Investment Real Estate announced that Heidi Dennis has joined its team as the Director of Real Estate Services. In this newly created position, Dennis will be responsible…
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Friends of Sesqui dedicates five red maples to the Mimosa Garden Club of Columbia at Sesquicentennial State Park
April 30, 2019The tree dedication coincided with Earth Day and Arbor Day as the newly planted trees replaced four invasive Bradford pear trees on site at Sesqui In celebration of Earth Day…
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$5,000 Caritas grant recipient
April 30, 2019
The Southeastern Chapter National Safety Council (SCNSC) was selected as a $5,000 Caritas grant recipient from the Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina for “Keys to Independence: Driver’s Education…
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LS3P WINS BIG! Four LS3P projects win IIDA Carolinas DesignWorks awards
April 30, 2019
LS3P earned four awards at the Carolinas Chapter of the International Interior Design Association’s (IIDA) annual meeting and DesignWorks Awards event in Columbia, SC on April 26. Bitty & Beau’s,…
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Discover Local Resources to Get Your Business off the Ground
April 30, 2019
With National Small Business Week approaching (Sunday, May 5 – Saturday, May 11), Richland Library wants to showcase some upcoming opportunities for entrepreneurs and small business owners in our community.…
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Southern Current launching new solar project in Hampton County
April 30, 2019
Company investing $14 million in solar farm development . Southern Current, is expanding its solar farm portfolio with a new, 10-megawatt facility in Hampton County. The company is investing $14…
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Sisters of Charity awards $5,000 for keys to independence: driver’s education for low-income & foster youth
April 30, 2019The Southeastern Chapter National Safety Council (SCNSC) was selected as a $5,000 Caritas grant recipient from the Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina for “Keys to Independence: Driver’s Education…
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