Berkeley County approves State Accommodations Tax funding for local organizations
December 5, 2023
Berkeley County has awarded approximately $105,307 in Accommodations Tax (A-Tax) funding to 17 different local nonprofits and organizations. County Council approved the recommended funding allocations made by the Berkeley County…
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The winners of the 2023 Christmas Light Boat Parade on Lake Murray are…
December 5, 2023
The 2023 Christmas Light Boat Parade on Lake Murray occurred on Saturday, December 2. Spectators filled the Lake Murray Dam Public Park in Lexington (to capacity) to watch 20 brightly…
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Fort Mill’s Michele Branning installed as SCSBA President
December 5, 2023
Michele Branning, a member of the Fort Mill School District Board of Trustees, was installed as president of the South Carolina School Boards Association’s (SCSBA) Board of Directors during Delegate…
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Mungo Homes Foundation makes $30,000 donation to Reconciliation Ministries
December 5, 2023To kick off the 3rd Annual Week of Giving, the Mungo Homes Foundation made a surprise donation of $30,000 to Reconciliation Ministries on Monday, December 4th. Under the guise of…
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Darlene Roberson installed as SCSBA Region 2 Director
December 5, 2023
Darlene Dunmeyer Roberson, a Charleston County School District (CCSD) board member, was installed as Region 2 (consisting of Charleston County) director of the South Carolina School Board Association’s (SCSBA) Board…
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State Museum completes accessibility renovation project with $200,000 lead donation from Aflac
December 5, 2023
All museum public restrooms now fully ADA accessible; Wellness and mother’s rooms added Through support from the State legislature and a $200,000 accessibility-focused capital gift from Aflac, the South Carolina…
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Cason Development Group, partners break ground on Shop Grove Industrial Park
December 5, 2023A partnership of Cason Development Group and Appian Investments announces the start of construction for a 217,000-square-foot Class A industrial building in Shop Grove Industrial Park, a 38-acre industrial park…
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Golf Tourism Solutions names Ryan Cannon new Executive Director
December 5, 2023
MYRTLE BEACH, SC – Golf Tourism Solutions (GTS), the agency responsible for promoting Myrtle Beach as a golf destination, has hired Ryan Cannon as its new executive director. Cannon, who…
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CSU breaks records again with Christmas shoeboxes
December 5, 2023
The CSU Family has packed the most Operation Christmas Child shoeboxes of any college or university in the nation for the fifth year in a row, with a total of…
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President & CEO of Mary Black Foundation, Molly Talbot-Metz, receives Order of the Palmetto Award
December 5, 2023
Molly Talbot-Metz, president and CEO of the Mary Black Foundation, has been honored with receiving the Order of the Palmetto Award. Talbot-Metz was honored with the award, recognized as the…
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Historic Columbia announced December 2023 events
December 5, 2023
Historic Columbia is excited to announce programming and events for December 2023. See the full list of December events below and be sure to leave room in your calendar to…
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Trinity Partners adds Jedburg Logistics Park to its management portfolio
December 4, 2023
SUMMERVILLE, SC – Trinity Partners’ Columbia office has added Jedburg Logistics Park to its property management portfolio. The project, developed by Trinity Capital Advisors, is currently under construction and…
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Attorney General Alan Wilson leads fight for religious liberty
December 4, 2023Attorney General Alan Wilson led a multistate coalition of 18 states defending religious liberty. A church in Washington state was unlawfully forced to provide health insurance to its employees that…
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Midlands Technical College opens new location in Lexington
December 4, 2023
Midlands Technical College (MTC) will partner with Lexington School District One to offer classes in Lexington to both high school and adult learners starting in January 2024. The Lexington North…
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Colliers facilitates $31 million sale of Portside Distribution Center Building B
December 4, 2023
Colliers | South Carolina broker Mark Erickson, SIOR represented the seller, High Bay Distribution, along with the buyer, MSG Portside LLC, in the sale of Portside Distribution Center Building B.…
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Harbor View Elementary school principal Stacey Dickinson to fill role permanently
December 4, 2023
The Charleston County School District (CCSD) announced Stacey Dickinson as the permanent principal at Harbor View Elementary School. Dickinson has served as interim principal since the beginning of the 2023-2024…
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Mia Walker receives 2023 Cote Top Ten, SARA NY, and AIA Greenville Student Design Awards for “Above The Marsh”
December 4, 2023McMillan Pazdan Smith’s Mia Walker is a 2023 Cote Top Ten award winner. The American Institute of Architects, Committee on the Environment (AIA COTE), in partnership with the Association…
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Habitat Greenville wins two statewide awards
December 4, 2023
Habitat for Humanity of Greenville took home two major honors at the annual SC Best in Business Awards this week. President and CEO Monroe Free won Gold in the Best…
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Ron DeSantis Rallies Support in Clinton Highlights Contrasts and Unveils Vision for America
December 3, 2023
Presidential Candidate Stresses Florida’s Successes, Pledges Action on Key Issues During Dempsey’s Stop In a dynamic campaign stop at Dempsey’s in Clinton on Friday, presidential hopeful Ron DeSantis addressed a…
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Turnout ‘Great’ for Lander Ceramics Sale
December 3, 2023
Lander University’s annual ceramics sale is a popular event, and this year’s sale was no different. “We’ve had a great turnout,” said Professor of Art Sandy Shore. “It’s been steady…
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Rootimentary in Laurens Celebrates a Year of Culinary Delights and Community Connection
December 3, 2023
In the heart of downtown Laurens, Rootimentary stands as a culinary haven, serving the finest dishes and fostering a sense of community. As the restaurant celebrates its one-year anniversary, co-owner…
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Meet Santa’s Little Helpers: Bailey and Vance Bring Holiday Magic to Clinton!
December 2, 2023
The City of Clinton recently announced the addition of two special guests for the festive season—Miss Bailey Clinton and Mr. Vance Clinton, direct from the North Pole! These cheerful elves…
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Musgrove Mill Golf Club Ranked #5 Among Arnold Palmer’s Top 10 Golf Courses
December 2, 2023
Arnold Palmer, the legendary figure in the world of golf, has left an indelible mark on the sport with over 230 golf courses bearing his name across the globe. From…
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Clinton Christmas Parade Rescheduled for December 16
December 2, 2023
Due to inclement weather, the Clinton Annual Christmas Parade has been rescheduled for Saturday, December 16 at 9 a.m. Immediately following the Christmas Parade, parade entries will line up for…
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Savant Wealth Management Expands Presence with Strategic Acquisition of Clinton-Based South Carolina Firms
December 2, 2023
Savant Wealth Management, based in Northern Illinois, has recently completed its second combination deal of 2023, marking another significant step in the firm’s strategic expansion. The latest acquisition involves the…
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Thornwell Charter School Presents a Heartwarming Holiday Tradition
December 2, 2023
‘Tis the season for joy and merriment, and Thornwell Charter School is spreading holiday cheer with its production of “The Best Christmas Pageant Ever.” Prepare to be captivated by the…
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Are You Prepared for Winter Weather? Here is What You Need to Know to Be Safe
December 2, 2023
Governor Henry McMaster has proclaimed that South Carolina Winter Weather Preparedness Week for 2023 will be observed from November 26 through December 2, 2023. The South Carolina Emergency Management Division,…
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Life-changing scholarship expands to Allendale County
December 1, 2023
A transformational scholarship that eliminates the financial barrier to college for high-achieving, under-resourced students soon will be available in Allendale County. The Meeting Street Scholarship Fund will offer up to…
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Laurens County Community Foundation Announces Grant Recipients
December 1, 2023
The Laurens County Community Foundation (LCCF) is pleased to announce grant awards given to support and benefit the lives of citizens in Laurens County. The LCCF contributes its resources to fund a broad…
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O’Dell Corporation Contributes $5,000 to Support Ware Shoals High School Student Council’s Christmas Is For Kids Campaign
December 1, 2023
Demonstrating its ongoing commitment to the Ware Shoals School District, the O’Dell Corporation has contributed $5,000 to the Ware Shoals High School Student Council’s Christmas is for Kids (CIFK) Campaign.…
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Governor’s Mansion Christmas Open House Scheduled for December 4
December 1, 2023
Governor McMaster and First Lady Welcome South Carolinians for Christmas Celebration Governor Henry McMaster and First Lady Peggy McMaster invite South Carolinians and their families to join them for a…
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HMH Features Laurens County School District 55 Success in Video Spotlight Series
December 1, 2023
Laurens County School District 55 (LCSD 55) is honored to be featured in a video series created by learning technology company HMH showcasing the impact of the HMH curriculum in…
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United Ministries of Clinton Receives Donation from Food Lion Feeds Charitable Foundation
December 1, 2023
Feeding the Hungry grant addresses food insecurity; supports nutrition education. United Ministries of Clinton has received $2,000 from the Food Lion Feeds Charitable Foundation to help nourish neighbors experiencing hunger.…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Paige DiTommaso, Beyond Measure Coaching
November 30, 2023
The Who’s on the Move, Entrepreneur Minute is an interview in support of the undeniable impact that entrepreneurs have on our communities. We will be highlighting 20 entrepreneurs in each of…
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Four midlands school leaders selected for statewide awards
November 30, 2023
The South Carolina Association of School Administrators (SCASA) has named four school leaders from the midlands as the 2024 South Carolina Middle Level Principal of the Year, the 2024 South Carolina Elementary Principal of the Year, the 2024 South Carolina Secondary Assistant Principal of the Year, and the 2024…
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Aging Animals thrive at Riverbanks Zoo and Garden
November 30, 2023
Riverbanks Shines a Light on Aging Animal Care Longer Lives for Animals Means Innovative Approaches to Ailments While Riverbanks Zoo and Garden is buzzing with excitement about the all-new Wild…
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Habitat Greenville Restores celebrating anniversaries this Saturday with savings
November 30, 2023
The two Restores in Greenville will be offering 25% off of all full-priced donated items this Saturday, December 2, as part of their anniversary celebrations. The Restores at 3033 Wade…
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Original Six Foundation receives $38,000 grant from Power:Ed to support rural youth in afterschool enrichment and career discovery
November 30, 2023
The Original Six Foundation (O6), has been awarded a $38,000 grant from Power:Ed, the philanthropy of SC Student Loan Corporation, to support O6 Afterschool enrichment, STEAM development, and career discovery…
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Furman set to assist at-risk communities in building climate, natural disaster resilience
November 30, 2023
Shi Institute to partner with SC coastal communities to mitigate impacts of extreme climate events The Shi Institute for Sustainable Communities at Furman University has been named the South Carolina partner…
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A.C. Flora High named Special Olympics National Banner Unified Champion School
November 30, 2023
A.C. Flora High School has been named a National Banner Unified Champion School by the Special Olympics. The school held a celebration for the achievement November 21. A.C. Flora was…
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Bluestein Attorneys named to Best Law Firms for 14th time in a row
November 30, 2023
For the 14th year in a row, Bluestein Attorneys has been listed in the top tier of Best Law Firms for the Columbia area. Here are the practice areas in…
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The Nick partners with Brookland Foundation
November 30, 2023
The Nickelodeon is proud to announce a partnership with the Brookland Foundation to bring a food drive to Main Street this holiday season. The Nick will collect non-perishable food items…
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Conservation District awards 100th Mini-Grant for environmental education
November 30, 2023
Awards will support composting, gardening, hydroponics initiatives in Richland County schools Students at four Richland County schools will receive hands-on environmental education this school year, thanks to financial support provided…
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NAI Columbia Milliken Land Team executes the sale of two tracts of land
November 30, 2023
NAI Columbia’s Milliken Land Team consisting of Tombo Milliken, Tom Milliken, and Nelson Weston, recently closed on two tracts of land. The first sale was a turn-key recreational property consisting…
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City of Charleston to host pre-proposal meeting for Gullah Geechee Heritage Preservation Project
November 30, 2023
The city of Charleston will hold a pre-proposal meeting regarding the recently released Gullah Geechee Heritage Preservation Project Request for Proposal (RFP) at 11 a.m., Wednesday, November 29, 2023, in…
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Dorchester County Government launches “Chat with the Chairman” series
November 30, 2023
Dorchester County Government is excited to announce the launch of its newest community engagement initiative, the “Chat with the Chairman” series. This drop-in event offers an opportunity for residents to…
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Dominion Energy South Carolina shares five tips for a safe, energy-efficient holiday season
November 30, 2023
With the holidays in full swing, Dominion Energy South Carolina is sharing tips for how to stay safe and save energy when decorating your home this season. “You don’t have…
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South Carolina leaders graduate from economic development training program
November 30, 2023
The SC Economic Development Institute graduates 62 community leaders The South Carolina Economic Developers’ Association (SCEDA) and the South Carolina Department of Commerce (SCDOC) announced that 62 state and community leaders…
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New HOPE sign in the Main Street District
November 30, 2023
A familiar public art installation is getting an upgrade on Main Street, just in time for the holiday season. The HOPE sign, formally called “Hope for Columbia,” has become a…
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Dine, shop, mingle and crawl at Light Up NOMA 2023
November 30, 2023
Entertainment, Tree Lighting, Special Offers, a Cookie Crawl and More North Columbia Business Association kicks-off the Holiday Season NOMA style The annual Light Up NOMA district-wide event, kicks off the holiday…
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