Leadership Columbia set to unveil revamped Free Medical Clinic at May 5 re-launch event
April 24, 2025
The Columbia Chamber’s Leadership Columbia Class of 2025 (LC25), in partnership with The Free Medical Clinic, is delighted to announce a Grand Re-Launch Event to celebrate the completion of significant…
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Columbia Chamber names local educators as Teachers of the Quarter
April 23, 2025
Winners announced at Chamber April Gather & Grow event and Richland Two School Board Meeting. The Columbia Chamber announced Adrienne Gearheart (Blythewood Middle School) and Angel O’Neal (Lower Richland High School)…
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Nature’s Fierce Defiance
April 23, 2025
By Tom Poland For seven years I only read Russian writers, Boris Pasternak, Fyodor Dostoevsky, Leo Tolstoy, and my favorite, Alexander Ilyich Solzhenitsyn. Solzhenitsyn wrote of life under Stalin.…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Sharon Tchonev, Varna International
April 23, 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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LS3P welcomes Maggie Reynolds as an Emerging Professional
April 23, 2025
LS3P, an architecture, interiors, and planning firm, welcomed Maggie Reynolds to its Columbia office as an Emerging Professional. Maggie’s educational background includes a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Design with…
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Richland School District Two announces new Summit Parkway Middle School principal
April 23, 2025
Richland School District Two announced that Mannietea Freeman has been appointed as the next principal of Summit Parkway Middle School, effective July 1, 2025. With more than 26 years of…
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Satchel Ford Elementary theatre teacher wins South Carolina Theatre Association’s Outstanding Mentor Teacher Award
April 23, 2025
Satchel Ford Elementary School theatre teacher Scott Vaughan has been named the recipient of the Deborah Smith Hoffman Outstanding Mentor Teacher Award by the South Carolina Theatre Association. The award…
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City of Columbia in partnership with Historic Columbia Unveils Historic Shandon Sign at Sims Park
April 23, 2025
On April 22, 2025, the City of Columbia, in partnership with Historic Columbia, unveiled a new historical marker at Sims Park in the Shandon neighborhood. This installation is part of…
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Johnson & Wales University expands access to free tuition initiative for eligible undergraduate students in more states
April 23, 2025
Students from all of New England, North Carolina and South Carolina can now have up to 100 percent of tuition covered by The JWU Pledge CHARLOTTE, NC — Johnson &…
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Soda City Market has been named the #1 Farmers Market in the country by USA Today’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards
April 23, 2025
Our community’s favorite farmers market is now the nation’s top farmers market! Soda City Market has been named the #1 Farmers Market in the country by USA Today’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards.…
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The American Bass Anglers 2024 American Fishing Tour Championship on Lake Murray – May 3-9
April 23, 2025
The American Bass Anglers (ABA) 2024 American Fishing Tour Championship will be held on Lake Murray from May 3-9, 2025 at Dreher Island State Park, located at 3677 State Park Road…
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$75 million gift to transform University of SC College of Arts & Sciences
April 23, 2025
The largest college at the University of South Carolina has a new name honoring the vision and generosity of a prominent alumnus and his family. The official name, the McCausland…
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Collins & Lacy and Lewis Blain joins forces: a perfect combination of values, vision, and momentum
April 23, 2025
Collins & Lacy, P.C. announced that, effective April 21, 2025, it has joined forces with Lewis Blain. With offices in Columbia and Charleston, Lewis Blain is a boutique litigation firm…
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SIOS Technology announces partnership with DataHub Nepal to deliver High-Availability and Disaster Recovery solutions in Nepal
April 23, 2025
SIOS Technology Corp., a leading provider of application high availability (HA) and disaster recovery (DR) solutions, announced a strategic partnership with DataHub Nepal, a leader in co-location, hosting, premium data…
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Richland County hosting public forums to discuss comprehensive plan
April 22, 2025
Reimagine Richland set to guide future development where we live Richland County is moving into the second phase of “Reimagine Richland,” the 10-year update of the County’s Comprehensive Plan. When…
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Richland County honoring Community Development Week with special events
April 22, 2025
For National Community Development Week (April 21-25), Richland County’s Community Development Division has organized a diverse lineup of events to showcase how federally funded programs make a positive difference in the…
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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis welcomes Tony Bryant as new IT Division Director
April 22, 2025
South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis welcomes Tony Bryant as the agency’s new Information Technology Director. “Tony has an impressive background in managing complex IT initiatives across state government and in…
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Educational Foundation awards $15,672 in Innovation Grants for K-8 schools for 2025-2026 school year
April 22, 2025
The Lexington One Educational Foundation Board of Directors recently awarded a total of $15,672.74 in Innovation Grants for K-8 Schools to four schools in Lexington County School District One. These…
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Southern First reports first quarter 2025 results
April 22, 2025
Southern First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: SFST), holding company for Southern First Bank, announced its financial results for the three months ended March 31, 2025. “We are pleased to report our…
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Sistercare’s Camp True North Teen Day Camp
April 21, 2025
Teaching Teens About Healthy Relationships Sistercare and The Junior League of Columbia are partnering to host Camp True North, a FREE, one-day educational camp for teens. Located at the beautiful…
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Ritedose expands production with new high-tech packaging line, doubling capacity
April 21, 2025
Anticipating a rising need for individually wrapped vial medication manufacturing, The Ritedose Corporation, Inc. (Ritedose), located in Columbia, SC-based, is adding a seventh Syntegon packaging line to its state-of-the-art manufacturing…
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South Carolina ETV and Public Radio commemorates the 10-year anniversary of Mother Emanuel AME tragedy
April 21, 2025
South Carolina ETV and Public Radio (SCETV) will honor the 10-year anniversary of the 2015 tragedy at Mother Emanuel African Methodist Episcopal (AME) Church in Charleston through a series of…
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SEC Network and ESPN radio host Paul Finebaum to speak at Buchheit Lecture April 23rd
April 21, 2025
The University of South Carolina College of Information and Communications has announced that SEC Network and ESPN Radio Host Paul Finebaum will speak at the annual Buchheit Family Lecture on…
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Pete the Cat goes on a groovy adventure at Harbison Theatre – May 3
April 21, 2025
Columbia Children’s Theatre brings the beloved blue feline to the stage May 3 Get ready to sing along and groove your way through a colorful journey when Columbia Children’s Theatre…
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“Shine for Shelter” car wash to support Columbia’s Homeless Services – April 25
April 21, 2025The City of Columbia’s Homeless Services Department is teaming up with United Way of the Midlands to host the Shine for Shelter Car Wash, a fundraising event supporting Rapid Shelter…
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City of Columbia highlights diabetes and kidney health at 2025 Black Expo – April 22
April 21, 2025
The City of Columbia is putting a spotlight on diabetes and kidney wellness at the upcoming 2025 Columbia Black Expo. With the theme “Your Health is Your Wealth,” this year’s…
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Earth Day Climate Action Fair at Boyd Plaza – April 26
April 21, 2025The City of Columbia will host a Climate Action Fair on Saturday, April 26, 2025, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Boyd Plaza, located at the Columbia Museum of…
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City of Columbia to host Annual Career Fair April 22
April 21, 2025The City of Columbia will hold its 4th Annual Career Fair on Tuesday, April 22, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center, 1101 Lincoln Street.…
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LS3P celebrates David Anderson’s promotion
April 21, 2025
LS3P, an architecture, interiors, and planning firm, is pleased to announce David Anderson, AIA has been promoted to the role of Operations and Finance Manager (OFM) for the Columbia office.…
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Robinson Gray’s Stringfellow receives law school’s Silver Compleat Lawyer Award
April 18, 2025
La’Jessica Stringfellow, an associate attorney at Robinson Gray law firm, was honored with the University of South Carolina Joseph F. Rice School of Law’s Silver Compleat Lawyer Award. She was…
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SCETV to livestream and broadcast the South Carolina Senate hearing on the question of causes for removal of the South Carolina State Treasurer
April 18, 2025
South Carolina ETV (SCETV) will livestream and broadcast a South Carolina Senate hearing on April 21 at 12 p.m. The hearing will focus on the question of causes for removal…
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USC Law School gives alumnus Jon Robinson Gold Compleat Lawyer Award
April 18, 2025
Jonathan M. Robinson, the managing member of SMITH | ROBINSON law firm, was honored with the University of South Carolina Joseph F. Rice School of Law’s Gold Compleat Lawyer Award.…
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Richland County and Transitions Homeless Center to host press conference highlighting major investments of federal funds to kick-off Community Development Week
April 18, 2025Richland County and Transitions Homeless Center to Host Press Conference Highlighting Major Investments of Federal Funds to Kick-Off Community Development Week On Monday, April 21 at 11:00 a.m., to celebrate…
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South Carolinians to shine “Two Lights for Tomorrow” on April 18
April 18, 2025
South Carolina will participate in “Two Lights for Tomorrow” on the night of Friday, April 18, a nationwide commemoration of the 250th anniversary of Paul Revere’s legendary midnight ride and…
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Wyche expands corporate practice with the return of Eric Graben and Brittany Arsiniega and the addition of Ben Murray
April 17, 2025
Wyche, a leading full-service law firm with offices across South Carolina, announced the return of veteran corporate attorneys Eric Graben and Brittany Arsiniega to the firm. After gaining additional experience…
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‘Your Health is Your Wealth’: City of Columbia brings focus to diabetes and kidney wellness
April 17, 2025
Who: District II Councilman Edward McDowell, Jr., Columbia Black Expo Director Darrin Thomas and Dr. Bambi Gaddist, Structural Health Dynamic, LLC and Public Health Consultant What: The City of Columbia recognizes that…
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The Office of Neighborhood Safety and Engagement is partnering with the G.R.I.T. Project to host GRIT Connections Networking Event
April 17, 2025
WHO: City of Columbia Office of Neighborhood Safety and Engagement and G.R.I.T. Project WHAT: The G.R.I.T. Project Networking Mixer is designed to bring together mental health professionals, educators, and coaches in…
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City Council Highlights | Tuesday, April 15, 2025
April 17, 2025
Before this evening’s City Council Meeting on Tuesday, April 15, 2025, City Council held its first Budget Workshop of the year. Topics included a comprehensive budget overview, updates on special…
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Anchor Investment Management welcomes Laura Culler as new controller
April 17, 2025
Seasoned financial management expert joins expanding team of wealth management advisors Anchor Investment Management, a leading asset management firm based in Columbia, South Carolina, welcomes longtime finance professional, Laura Culler,…
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SC Cancer Alliance announces new Chief Executive Officer Nicole Echols
April 17, 2025
The South Carolina Cancer Alliance announced the appointment of Nicole Echols as its new Chief Executive Officer. Echols brings a wealth of experience in nonprofit leadership and stakeholder engagement. Most…
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Colliers Dealmakers: Recent purchases, sales, leases and investments in South Carolina
April 17, 2025
Charleston / Columbia / Greenville / Spartanburg, SC – Colliers | South Carolina announced the following recently completed commercial real estate transactions from our offices across the state in Q1…
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Cola Stacks celebrates grand opening on Devine Street
April 17, 2025
Columbia’s local jewelry brand, Cola Stacks, is celebrating a major milestone with the grand opening of its first brick-and-mortar store on Thursday, April 24 at 11:00 a.m. The event will…
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Florence school leader named National Secondary Assistant Principal of the Year
April 17, 2025
The National Association of Secondary School Principals (NASSP) recognized two exceptional educators as the 2025 National Assistant Principals of the Year. Elizabeth “Liz” Nelson of Pilgrim Park Middle School in Elm Grove,…
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City Council Highlights | Tuesday, April 15, 2025
April 17, 2025
Before this evening’s City Council Meeting on Tuesday, April 15, 2025, City Council held its first Budget Workshop of the year. Topics included a comprehensive budget overview, updates on special…
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Goodwyn Mills Cawood announces firmwide leadership promotions
April 17, 2025
Architecture and engineering firm Goodwyn Mills Cawood (GMC) recently announced promotions of key individuals to firmwide leadership roles. Galen Thackston has been named president of GMC subsidiary Headwaters; Chris Engel…
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Pictures don’t even capture it
April 17, 2025
By Jeff Becraft This past weekend, I went with a group of guys to Black Mountain Home for Children in Black Mountain, North Carolina. On the west campus of…
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Friends of the Library Book Sale – May 1-3
April 16, 2025
Friends of the Library Book Sale May 1 – May 3, 2025 Need a new read? Without TV or internet, did you catch up on your reading during the storm…
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A Southern Rock Connection
April 16, 2025
By Tom Poland Back roads took me past pecan groves and cotton fields and eventually to Charlane Woodlands, Chuck and Rose Lane Leavell’s home/tree farm. That evening Chuck and…
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The Southeastern BBQ Showdown returns April 24-25, 2026 to Columbia, South Carolina
April 16, 2025
Get ready to fire up your appetite and mark your calendars—the Southeastern BBQ Showdown is returning to Columbia, South Carolina on April 24–25, 2026, at a new location–Gamecock Park! Hosted by the Capital City/Lake Murray Country…
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Scout Motors appoints new Chief Production Officer
April 16, 2025
Oliver L. Wollinsky to lead Scout Motors’ manufacturing strategy and operations Scout Motors Inc. (“Scout Motors”) has appointed Oliver Wollinsky to serve as Chief Production Officer. In this role, Wollinsky…
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