Relic Room lecture deals with the 81st Division’s combat role in World War II
February 14, 2019After a certain point in the Second World War, the Japanese changed tactics. No more would they try to stop the Marines on the beach, with one reckless banzai charge…
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SC EPSCoR announces 2019 research and collaboration programs grants recipients
February 14, 2019SC EPSCoR (South Carolina Established Program to Stimulate Competitive Research) Program’s main goal is to increase South Carolina’s research capacity by assisting STEM faculty to achieve and sustain large…
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S.C. students top national mean in key indicators because of arts education
February 14, 20192018 Gallup Student Poll shows arts’ impact on key indicators COLUMBIA, S.C. – Levels of engagement and hope among students in arts-rich South Carolina schools are higher than the national…
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SC Works awards local businesses $100,000 for Incumbent Worker Training
February 14, 2019SC Works Trident and its Trident Workforce Development Board has awarded $100,000 to eight local businesses connected to Incumbent Worker Training (IWT) programs. The funds, made possible by the Workforce…
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Capital Rotary helps Food Bank
February 14, 2019
Foregoing their regular breakfast meeting, Capital Rotary Club members spent an hour of community service volunteer time Feb. 13 at Harvest Hope Food Bank’s Shop Road headquarters in Columbia. They…
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Community Service for Rotaract
February 14, 2019Members of the University of South Carolina’s Rotaract Club got hands-on community service experience Feb. 13 when they joined other volunteers from Capital Rotary at Harvest Hope Food Bank for…
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Tour nearly 70 artists’ spaces during Columbia Open Studios, April 6-7, 2019
February 14, 2019
Explore local artwork, studios in weekend-long event presented by 701 CCA Columbia Open Studios, presented by 701 Center for Contemporary Art, welcomes nearly 70 local artists for the free, self-guided…
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S.C. students top national mean in key indicators because of arts education
February 14, 2019
2018 Gallup Student Poll shows arts’ impact on key indicators COLUMBIA, S.C. – Levels of engagement and hope among students in arts-rich South Carolina schools are higher than the national…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: education, on-the-move
Relic Room lecture deals with the 81st Division’s combat role in World War II
February 14, 2019
After a certain point in the Second World War, the Japanese changed tactics. No more would they try to stop the Marines on the beach, with one reckless banzai charge…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: on-the-move
SC EPSCoR announces 2019 research and collaboration programs grants recipients
February 14, 2019SC EPSCoR (South Carolina Established Program to Stimulate Competitive Research) Program’s main goal is to increase South Carolina’s research capacity by assisting STEM faculty to achieve and sustain large…
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Jim Wanner named to Tri-County’s Commission
February 13, 2019
Jim Wanner has been appointed to Tri-County Technical College’s Commission, the nine-member governing board of the College. The Pickens County Legislative Delegation recommended Mr. Wanner to the Governor. His appointment…
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Community Service for Rotaract
February 13, 2019Members of the University of South Carolina’s Rotaract Club got hands-on community service experience Feb. 13 when they joined other volunteers from Capital Rotary at Harvest Hope Food Bank for…
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Capital Rotary helps Food Bank
February 13, 2019Foregoing their regular breakfast meeting, Capital Rotary Club members spent an hour of community service volunteer time Feb. 13 at Harvest Hope Food Bank’s Shop Road headquarters in Columbia. They…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: non-profit, on-the-move
Fireflies in search of National Anthem performers
February 13, 2019
The Columbia Fireflies are seeking talented soloists and groups to perform the National Anthem at Fireflies home games for the 2019 season. With Opening Night (April 4 at 7:05pm) quickly…
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Ransomware webinar on Feb. 20 aims to help businesses avoid cyber attacks
February 13, 2019Ransomware is the biggest cybersecurity threat facing businesses in 2019, with an estimated 4,000 ransomware attacks occurring daily. What’s more, a recent report on South Carolina Public Radio stated that…
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Governor’s School makes bold curriculum changes
February 13, 2019
The Board of Trustees of the South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics (GSSM) recently approved the most significant change to the school’s curriculum in recent years. By a…
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Leading statewide association for nursery and landscape professionals, the SCGIA, elects 2019-2020 Board of Directors
February 13, 2019
The members of the South Carolina Green Industry Association (SCGIA) elected their 2019-2020 Board of Directors at the 2019 Annual Trade Show and Convention. The Trade Show was held in Columbia at the Columbia Metropolitan Convention…
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Upcoming gala honors distinguished public school graduates and contributors to SC public education
February 13, 2019
Three distinguished graduates of South Carolina public schools and three state leaders with significant contributions to the field of education will be celebrated at an upcoming gala. The honorees include…
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1214 Bluff Road Sells for $700,000
February 13, 2019
Wilson Kibler’s George McCutchen, CCIM, SIOR, Jeremy Wilson, CPM, and John Metts represented the buyer in a recent sale at 1214 Bluff Road. The property sold for $700,000. S & G Builder…
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CIU completes purchase of blighted properties
February 13, 2019
Partnership with neighborhoods to spur economic development A partnership between Columbia International University and neighborhood leaders in north Columbia has reached a milestone that will transform blighted, crime-attracting properties on…
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LCK welcomes Satyam Pachori as a project coordinator in Columbia
February 13, 2019
LCK announced the addition of Satyam Pachori to its project management team in Columbia. After earning an undergraduate degree in Civil Engineering in Bhopal, India, Pachori moved to the U.S. and earned a Master…
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VentureSouth announces 2018 record-breaking results
February 13, 2019
VentureSouth is pleased to announce record-setting results for a fifth consecutive year. In 2018, the South Carolina-based early stage investment firm grew its membership to nearly 300 investors and invested…
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Complimentary valet parking available while dining and shopping on State Street in West Columbia
February 13, 2019The City of West Columbia will be providing complimentary valet parking services to customers frequenting the 100 Block of State Street businesses, in West Columbia, beginning on Wednesday, February 13,…
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City of Columbia urges recognition of Earth Hour – March 30
February 13, 2019The City of Columbia urges citizens to participate in Earth Hour at 8:30p.m. – 9:30 p.m. on Saturday, March 30, 2019. Joining hundreds of millions of other cities, businesses and…
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Scott and Company announces new professionals
February 13, 2019South Carolina accounting and consulting firm, Scott and Company LLC announced the addition of Mike Aponte and Brandon Larmore to their professional team. Mike Aponte and Brandon Larmore…
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AIA honors 1×1 Design President Asheley Scott St. John with national award
February 13, 20191×1 Design Congratulates President Asheley Scott St. John on 2019 AIA Young Architects Award from National Chapter of the American Institute of Architects The team at 1×1 Design proudly announces…
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CarolinaPower welcomes Madison Younginer as Account Manager
February 13, 2019CarolinaPower, a leading employee-owned electrical contractor with an office in Irmo, has added Madison Younginer to its business development team as Account Manager. Younginer comes to CarolinaPower following 10 years…
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All About Grits: Millers All Day hosts grits panel during Charleston Wine and Food Festival
February 13, 2019Think you know your favorite breakfast food? It’s time to think again. During a lively discussion with grits expert and author Nathalie Dupree, farmer and miller Greg Johnsman, and Erin…
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2019 Southern Home & Garden Show – March 1-3
February 13, 2019The Southern Home & Garden Show will be held at the Greenville Convention Center in Greenville, South Carolina, from Friday, March 1 through Sunday, March 3. Presented by Jeff Lynch…
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Former death row inmate Anthony Ray Hinton to speak at Furman University Feb. 27
February 13, 2019Anthony Ray Hinton will speak about his nearly 30 years on Alabama’s death row Wednesday, Feb. 27, at 7 p.m. at Furman University’s McAlister Auditorium. The event, which is free…
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GIS technology available to you
February 13, 2019by Katie Ritchie Have you heard of geographic information systems (GIS)? It’s a framework for gathering, managing, and analyzing data. Grounded in geography science, GIS serves many practical purposes. Lexington…
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On the Table Survey results show optimism and engagement in community
February 13, 2019Central Carolina Community Foundation launches Beyond the Table mini-grants to continue the conversations that began at the first On the Table initiative Central Carolina Community Foundation – the Midlands’ center…
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Mardi Gras Columbia Festival and parade set for Sat., March 2 at City Roots
February 13, 2019The ninth annual Mardi Gras Columbia Festival:https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mardi-gras-columbia-festival-2019-tickets-55176990865 and parade will be held on Saturday, March 2, 2019 at City Roots Farm in downtown Columbia, S.C.’s Rosewood neighborhood. Hosted by the…
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AIA honors 1×1 Design President Asheley Scott St. John with national award
February 13, 20191×1 Design Congratulates President Asheley Scott St. John on 2019 AIA Young Architects Award from National Chapter of the American Institute of Architects The team at 1×1 Design proudly announces…
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Future engineers invited to Engineers Week Open House – February 16
February 13, 2019“How do drones and airplanes fly? Why do boats float? How do hybrid cars work? Who programs robots and my favorite computer games?” If you’re the parent of a curious…
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NAI Columbia closes 62 acre West Columbia land sale
February 13, 2019NAI Columbia announced the sale of ±62.95 acres of land located on Jessamine Road in West Columbia, SC. Senior brokers Patrick Chambers and Ben Kelly, CCIM represented the seller in…
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GIS technology available to you
February 13, 2019
by Katie Ritchie Have you heard of geographic information systems (GIS)? It’s a framework for gathering, managing, and analyzing data. Grounded in geography science, GIS serves many practical purposes. Lexington…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: advice, on-the-move, technology
AIA honors 1×1 Design President Asheley Scott St. John with national award
February 13, 2019
1×1 Design Congratulates President Asheley Scott St. John on 2019 AIA Young Architects Award from National Chapter of the American Institute of Architects The team at 1×1 Design proudly announces…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: architecture, on-the-move
Future engineers invited to Engineers Week Open House – February 16
February 13, 2019“How do drones and airplanes fly? Why do boats float? How do hybrid cars work? Who programs robots and my favorite computer games?” If you’re the parent of a curious…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: education, engineering, on-the-move
NAI Columbia closes 62 acre West Columbia land sale
February 13, 2019
NAI Columbia announced the sale of ±62.95 acres of land located on Jessamine Road in West Columbia, SC. Senior brokers Patrick Chambers and Ben Kelly, CCIM represented the seller in…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: commercial-real-estate, on-the-move
Ransomware webinar on Feb. 20 aims to help businesses avoid cyber attacks
February 13, 2019
Ransomware is the biggest cybersecurity threat facing businesses in 2019, with an estimated 4,000 ransomware attacks occurring daily. What’s more, a recent report on South Carolina Public Radio stated that…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: education, on-the-move, technology
Mardi Gras Columbia Festival and parade set for Sat., March 2 at City Roots
February 13, 2019
The ninth annual Mardi Gras Columbia Festival:https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mardi-gras-columbia-festival-2019-tickets-55176990865 and parade will be held on Saturday, March 2, 2019 at City Roots Farm in downtown Columbia, S.C.’s Rosewood neighborhood. Hosted by the…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: non-profit, on-the-move
CarolinaPower welcomes Madison Younginer as Account Manager
February 13, 2019
CarolinaPower, a leading employee-owned electrical contractor with an office in Irmo, has added Madison Younginer to its business development team as Account Manager. Younginer comes to CarolinaPower following 10 years…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: construction, on-the-move
Henry Haitz joins HUB Carolinas Insurance Brokerage as Charleston market leader
February 13, 2019
Former publisher of The State newspaper joins prominent Southeast insurance brokerage HUB Carolinas, a region of HUB International, the sixth largest insurance brokerage in the world, recently announced that Henry…
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On the Table Survey results show optimism and engagement in community
February 13, 2019
Central Carolina Community Foundation launches Beyond the Table mini-grants to continue the conversations that began at the first On the Table initiative Central Carolina Community Foundation – the Midlands’ center…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: on-the-move, philanthropy
Application process open for Accommodations Tax & Hospitality Tax Grant funding Fiscal Year 2019/2020
February 12, 2019The City of Columbia is now accepting applications for Hospitality and Accommodations Tax Grants for the 2020 Fiscal Year (July 1, 2019 – June 30, 2020.) Applications are due by…
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Applications open for Mayor’s Youth Commission
February 12, 2019The Mayor’s Office for Children, Youth and Families is currently accepting applications from high school students who are interested in joining the Mayor’s Youth Commission. Youth must be in good…
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Pete Harper, CCIM and Cameron Yost represented the landlord in the lease of 2,591 SF of office space in North Charleston, SC
February 12, 2019Pete Harper, CCIM and Cameron Yost of Lee & Associates Charleston, LLC and the owners of The Atrium want to congratulate Brooks Styles on the recent lease renewal at…
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Lee & Associates announces lease in Cayce
February 12, 2019Ryan Welch, SIOR and Jon-Michael Brock of Lee & Associates Charleston represented the Tenant in the lease of a 20,000 SF industrial facility located at 1303 Dunbar Road in Cayce,…
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Forts Sumter and Moultrie legislation passes U.S. Senate
February 12, 2019
This afternoon the United States Senate passed U.S. Senator Tim Scott’s (R-SC) Fort Sumter and Fort Moultrie National Historical Park Act as part of a larger federal lands package. Scott’s…
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