Save the Date for the 2025 Mayor’s Walk Against Domestic Violence
May 28, 2025
The 2025 Mayor’s Walk Against Domestic Violence will be held on Saturday, October 25, 2025 at Page Ellington Park, 2220 Gregg St, Columbia, SC 29201. October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month and…
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AnMed Foundation receives $52,000 grant from Power:Ed to strengthen and diversify medical workforce talent
May 28, 2025
The AnMed Foundation has been awarded a $52,000 grant from Power:Ed, the philanthropy of SC Student Loan Corporation, to support the Upstate’s Pre-Med Bootcamp program. Twenty-four college upper classmen recently…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Kim Smith, Health Evolve Technologies
May 28, 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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Luke Carter joins United Way of Florence County Board of Directors
May 28, 2025
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. associate Luke Carter has been appointed to the United Way of Florence County Board of Directors. The United Way of Florence County funds 30 programs through…
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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis recognizes Sharon Fleming of Lonnie B. Nelson Elementary as Educator of the Month
May 28, 2025
South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis has recognized Dr. Sharon Fleming of Richland Two School District’s Lonnie B. Nelson Elementary School as the South Carolina Financial Literacy Master Teacher Program’s Educator…
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CAE awarded ground handling contract from new airline partner, Spirit Airlines
May 28, 2025
Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) has been awarded a service contract for ground handling operations for Spirit Airlines. Service on the carrier will start at CAE next Thursday, June 5, flying to Newark…
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IMPH releases report on expiration of Affordable Care Act Tax Credits
May 28, 2025
The South Carolina Institute of Medicine and Public Health (IMPH), a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization working to collectively inform policy to improve health and health care in South Carolina, has released…
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Palmetto Citizens Federal Credit Union names Blythewood teacher the Youth Financial Educator of the Year
May 28, 2025
Palmetto Citizens Federal Credit Union has named Debbie Sweat of Blythewood High School the 2025 Youth Financial Educator of the Year. She received the honor — and a $1,000 cash…
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Cohn Construction completes industrial warehouse and office for Long Heating & Air Conditioning
May 27, 2025
Cohn Construction has completed the development of a 4-acre site and construction of an industrial warehouse and office for Long Heating & Air Conditioning located at 416 Cedarcrest Drive in…
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Dominion Energy Charitable Foundation awards grants to more than 100 nonprofits across South Carolina
May 27, 2025
More than 100 South Carolina-based nonprofits will receive grants from the Dominion Energy Charitable Foundation to support human needs, environmental stewardship, education, and community vitality. The company this week announced…
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New Korean eatery Bibimbox celebrates grand opening in Columbia
May 27, 2025
The City of Columbia is welcoming a flavorful new addition to its culinary scene this week. Bibimbox, a Korean kitchen and wings restaurant, will host its grand opening celebration on…
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Mikro-Technik selects McCormick County to establish first North American operation
May 27, 2025
Mikro-Technik, a natural fiber manufacturer, announced it selects McCormick County to establish its first North American operation. The $3.2 million investment will create 27 new jobs. Founded in Germany in…
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Columbia Water infrastructure improvements to temporarily close S. Beltline Blvd. starting TODAY May 27
May 27, 2025
Beginning on May 27, 2025, Columbia Water will begin necessary improvements to its sanitary sewer system in the area of S. Beltline Boulevard, Plowden Road, and Loquat Drive. This will…
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School District Five names new Athletic Director for Chapin High School
May 26, 2025
Lexington-Richland School District Five has named Billie Williams the new athletic director of Chapin High School. Williams will replace Ronnie Wessinger who is retiring at the end of the school…
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Galactic Visions, Nantahala by Teri Leigh Teed selected for Healing Power of Color Invitational Exhibition
May 26, 2025
Galactic Visions, Nantahala, a fine art photograph from Teri Leigh Teed’s Eleanor’s Dream series of her Healing Spirit Art© Collection, has been selected for the 2025 Healing Power of Color…
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Road in Ridgeland, S.C. named for late father of SCDNR Director
May 26, 2025
Decorated World War II soldier Charles Mullikin honored with namesake thruway By W. Thomas Smith Jr. The late Charles F. “Charlie” Mullikin, a celebrated World War II veteran and the…
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Sunbelt Business Brokers facilitates successful sale of two Sparkle Wash Car Washes
May 25, 2025
Sunbelt Business Brokers, a trusted advisory firm specializing in mergers and acquisitions for privately held businesses, announced the successful sale of two self-service car washes located in McCormick and Edgefield,…
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Richland One selects Dr. Todd Anthony Walker as new superintendent
May 25, 2025
The Richland One Board of School Commissioners voted unanimously Friday to offer the position of superintendent to Dr. Todd Anthony Walker, pending contract negotiations. Dr. Walker, who is currently the…
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Game Warden named Governor’s State Law Enforcement Officer of the Year
May 23, 2025SCDNR’s Lance Corporal Mike Norris becomes the Palmetto State’s Top Cop for 2024 By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Lance Corporal Gene “Mike” Norris III, a law enforcement officer (game warden)…
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Greenville Technical College remains #1 in SC on Newsweek’s list of America’s Top Online Colleges
May 22, 2025
For the second year in a row, Greenville Technical College (GTC) is ranked first in South Carolina out of the top 250 online learning colleges in the nation. In addition,…
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‘Tis the season for graduations … and this year’s update of “20 life lessons”
May 22, 2025
By Reba Hull Campbell ‘Tis the season for graduations, new jobs and life transitions. It’s also the season for my annual updated “20 lessons” list. A number of years…
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Lexington One Educational Foundation awards 2025 Administrator of the Year Award to Albert Robertson
May 22, 2025
On Tuesday, May 20, 2025, the Lexington One Educational Foundation presented its 2025 Joseph M. Bedenbaugh Administrator of the Year Award to Mr. Albert Hamilton Robertson at the Lexington County…
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Sometimes I Hallucinate
May 22, 2025
By Tom Poland Fate lays its hand on me. While driving the Fall Lines Freeway to Dry Branch, Georgia, the time to medicate arrived, 9 a.m. I had a…
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Colliers Report: South Carolina Hospitality Market Q1 2025
May 22, 2025
Colliers | South Carolina Market Report Hospitality Market Updates Download the full report. Columbia With occupancy, ADR and RevPAR trending upward across all classes, the Columbia hospitality market remains…
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Heather Smith joins The Big Red Barn Retreat Board to support our Heroes in the Carolinas and beyond
May 22, 2025
The Big Red Barn Retreat (BRBR), an organization dedicated to supporting veterans, active-duty military, and first responders, is proud to announce the appointment of Heather F. Smith to its board…
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Trinity Partners secures lease for Class A flex property in Charlotte, NC
May 22, 2025
Trinity Partners announced the successful lease of a 31,262 square foot Class A flex property located at 5930 Northwoods Parkway in Charlotte’s Northwoods Business Park. The property has been leased…
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Historic Columbia recognizes redevelopment at 1324 Richland Street with Revitalization Award
May 22, 2025
Trinity Partners celebrated the recognition of its client’s historic redevelopment project at 1324 Richland Street, which has received a 2025 Revitalization Award from Historic Columbia’s Preservation Awards Committee. The award…
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Apogee Equity Partners announces strategic partnership with Nexstar Network
May 22, 2025
Apogee Equity Partners (Apogee) announced a strategic partnership with Nexstar Network, a member-owned organization serving the top plumbing, HVAC, and electrical contractors across North America. Through this partnership, Apogee will…
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Twilley named public information director for S.C. Department of Natural Resources
May 22, 2025
Former Capitol Hill environmental analyst and founder of multi-national coastal cleanup initiative to direct the department’s media By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Coastal resilience, sustainability, and communications expert Cheyenne Twilley…
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South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance names Annekathrin Mueller Woman of the Year
May 22, 2025Annekathrin Mueller, vice president, commercial plant manager at Bosch in Charleston, has been named the 2025 South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance (SCMA) Woman of the Year. The award was presented at…
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Habit Burger & Grill honors South Carolina’s Hometown Heroes with free burgers
May 21, 2025
As summer approaches, Habit Burger & Grill is celebrating those who make a difference every day with the relaunch of its Hometown Heroes program in South Carolina. Every Thursday through…
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New director announced for Lexington Two Innovation Center for 2025-2026
May 20, 2025
A leader with more than two decades of experience in education, criminal justice, and workforce development has been announced as the new director of the Lexington Two Innovation Center for…
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Industrial Maintenance Residency Program at McLeod Health expands with $50,000 Power:Ed Grant
May 20, 2025During their orientation session, McLeod Health and Harbor Freight Fellows Initiative welcomed the Class of 2025 for the McLeod Industrial Maintenance Residency Program. Last year, the inaugural program had 11…
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Ezekiel Ministries announces departure of founding Executive Director Josh Whitlock
May 20, 2025
The Ezekiel Ministries Board of Directors announces the upcoming departure of founding Executive Director Josh Whitlock, who will step down from his role on June 9. Whitlock has faithfully led…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Cathy Rigg, Author
May 20, 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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New report shows MUSC Hollings Cancer Center’s $860 million economic impact in South Carolina
May 20, 2025
MUSC Hollings Cancer Center is a significant driver of the South Carolina economy, according to a new study authored by Joey Von Nessen, Ph.D., a research economist at the University…
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Goodwyn Mills Cawood adds geotechnical laboratory to support Aiken and Augusta
May 20, 2025
Multidisciplined architecture and engineering firm Goodwyn Mills Cawood (GMC) announces the opening of its new geotechnical engineering laboratory in Aiken, South Carolina. This laboratory is designed to expand the firm’s…
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Richland County seeks public input on proposed FY2025-2026 budget
May 20, 2025
The County welcomes feedback from the public on its operating budget for the upcoming fiscal year, which begins July 1, 2025, and ends June 30, 2026. An in-person public hearing…
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LADY STOUT to headline Historic Columbia’s 2025 Jubilee: Festival of Black History & Culture
May 20, 2025
Historic Columbia announced that LADY STOUT, the genre-defying artist known for her electrifying fusion of soul, rock, and jazz, will headline the 47th annual Jubilee: Festival of Black History &…
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SCRA announces new Member Companies
May 20, 2025
Alita, BIDR, Mahi-Labs, Ripple Two, and Scout OS were accepted as South Carolina Research Authority Member Companies. Alita was accepted as an SCRA Member Company. The Charleston-based life science startup developed…
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Our mistakes do not define us
May 20, 2025
I may have talked about this before, and to be honest, I really can’t remember. Some of the early Friday emails got lost when we changed servers years ago… but…
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Clemson honors recipients of the 2025 Distinguished Service Award
May 19, 2025At a reception in May, the Clemson Alumni Association will honor the recipients of the 2025 Clemson Alumni Distinguished Service Award, the highest honor that the association bestows on former…
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Colliers | South Carolina announces new team additions in Columbia office
May 19, 2025
Colliers | South Carolina is pleased to announce five new hires for its Real Estate Management Services (REMS) and Accounting departments in Columbia. Lauren Dodds has been hired as a…
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City of Columbia 2025 Youth Services Guide
May 19, 2025The City of Columbia announced the release of the 2025 Youth Services Guide, a comprehensive resource designed for parents and guardians. The guide highlights a variety of summer programs and…
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Richland One Board names superintendent finalists
May 19, 2025
The Richland One Board of School Commissioners has named three finalists in its search for a new superintendent. BWP & Associates, the firm hired by the Board to conduct the…
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Laurens County BUZZ named Small Business of the Quarter
May 19, 2025
The Laurens County Chamber of Commerce recently named the Laurens County Buzz as the 2025 Small Business of the First Quarter—an honor that shines a light not only on the work…
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Broadstreet.net celebrates ribbon-cutting ceremony in Downtown Camden
May 16, 2025
Broadstreet.net officially opened its new office in Downtown Camden with a ribbon-cutting ceremony held on Wednesday, May 7 at 11:45 a.m. The new location, situated at 537 E DeKalb Street…
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HUD announces over $50 million for affordable housing in southeastern Tribal communities
May 16, 2025
WASHINGTON – May 16, 2025, U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Secretary Scott Turner announced more than $52 million in Indian Housing Block Grant (IHBG) funding for eligible Native…
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Lexington Medical Center receives national recognition by Modern Healthcare
May 16, 2025
Named one of the Best Places to Work in Healthcare in 2025 Lexington Medical Center has been selected by Modern Healthcare as one of the Best Places to Work in…
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Richland County K-9 Memorial unveiled
May 16, 2025Sheriff Lott: “A fitting memorial” By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Deceased K-9s with the Richland County Sheriff’s Department (RCSD) have been honored with a beautiful new memorial statue in RCSD’s…
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