Richland Library now accepting applications for virtual business course for female entrepreneurs
February 24, 2025
FastTrac For Female Entrepreneurs 8-Part Series Richland Library Business and Careers, in collaboration with First Citizens Bank and Midlands Technical College, is now accepting applications for an exclusive virtual business…
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William Johnson, Frank Davis named 2025 Best Lawyers® ‘Lawyer of the Year’ for Economic Development Law
February 24, 2025
The 2025 edition of Best Lawyers® has named two Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd P.A. shareholders “Lawyer of the Year” for Economic Development Law in their respective regions. HSB’s Economic Development practice…
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Emily Heatwole Keeney appointed Adams and Reese GR Team Leader
February 24, 2025
South Carolina Government Affairs Advisor Emily Heatwole Keeney has been appointed as Adams and Reese Government Relations Team Leader across the law firm’s national footprint. Ms. Keeney fills the role…
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Advertisement of Vacancies on Various Boards and Commissions
February 24, 2025
The City of Columbia is now accepting applications to fill several vacancies on the following boards and commissions. BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS Seeking to fill two (2) vacancies. The…
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Columbia, South Carolina, businesses anticipate new quick and easy access to small-quantity metals
February 24, 2025
Metal Supermarkets, the world’s largest supplier of small-quantity metals, has opened its newest location in Columbia, South Carolina, led by franchise owner Dhaval Patel. The premier metal supplier is set…
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Steve Cook named SCRLA’s 2025 Restaurateur of the Year
February 21, 2025
Steve Cook, the driving force behind several of Columbia’s most beloved restaurants, has been honored with the 2025 Restaurateur of the Year award by the South Carolina Restaurant and Lodging…
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Richland One Board launching national search for next superintendent
February 21, 2025
The Richland One Board of School Commissioners is launching a national search to find the district’s next superintendent. The Board has hired BWP & Associates, a search firm that has…
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State Museum to celebrate those with disabilities with special event on Saturday, March 8
February 21, 2025
Disability Celebration Day features activities including a community art project, silent disco, sensory-friendly shows and more The South Carolina State Museum announced the return of its Disability Celebration Day event,…
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True romance
February 21, 2025
By Jeff Becraft It has been a while since I’ve talked about my prowess on the ski slopes… so I figured it’s about time. I am a person when…
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Remembering John Culler
February 20, 2025
By Tom Poland I was on the phone with Joey Frazier, South Carolina Wildlife magazine’s editor. “Tom, did you know John Culler died last week?” I did not. Just…
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Trinity Partners facilitates industrial lease in Billings, Montana
February 20, 2025
Trinity Partners announced the successful lease the lease of a 6,000 square foot industrial facility in Billings, Montana. Bruce Harper, a founding partner of Trinity Partners’ South Carolina office, represented…
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Emily Tarney named to Pacesetter’s Club at Morgan Stanley Wealth Management
February 20, 2025
Morgan Stanley (NYSE: MS) today announced that Emily Tarney, CFP®, a Vice President and Financial Advisor in its Wealth Management office in Columbia, SC has been named to the Firm’s…
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Columbia educator surprised with $25,000 Milken Award
February 20, 2025
Forest Lake Elementary School’s lead interventionist Keighley (pronounced “KAY-lee”) George thought she was attending a schoolwide assembly this morning in honor of a visit from State Department of Education officials, but instead, she received a heartwarming surprise. George was presented with the Milken Educator Award,…
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Girl Scouts of South Carolina – Mountains to Midlands announces new board of directors members
February 20, 2025
Girl Scouts of South Carolina—Mountains to Midlands Mountains announces the election of four new members to the Board of Directors, serving a 22-county jurisdiction. The four new members elected to…
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In Memoriam: Master Police Officer Christopher “Chris” Santos Carrizales
February 20, 2025
January 31, 1968 – February 19, 2025 With deep respect and gratitude, Mayor Daniel J. Rickenmann, City Manager Teresa Wilson, Columbia Police Chief Skip Holbrook, and the entire City of Columbia…
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Denmark Technical College students earn $15,000 scholarships at inaugural Thurgood Marshall College Fund Workforce Development Summit
February 20, 2025
Two Denmark Technical College students, Ra’Niyah Daniels and Kawonna Maple, were each awarded the Cal & Annette Johnson Scholarship, valued at $15,000, at the inaugural Thurgood Marshall College Fund Workforce…
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Constellation Concert: Music in the Observatory returns Thurs., Feb. 20 | 6:30 – 10 p.m.
February 20, 2025
Guests are invited to experience live music in the museum’s Observatory with this new concert series featuring Alt-R&B act Death Ray Robin. Performing solo, Columbia, SC native and Death Ray…
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Denmark Technical College inducts four into Alumni Hall of Fame
February 20, 2025
Denmark Technical College honored four distinguished alumni during its Second Annual Alumni Hall of Fame Induction, held as part of the 8th Annual President’s Legacy Scholarship Gala. A highlight of…
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City of Columbia to host groundbreaking celebration to recognize revitalization efforts in Historic Lower Waverly/Martin Luther King community
February 20, 2025
Who: TN Development Corporation, Community Development Department, Mayor Daniel Rickenmann and Councilman Ed McDowell What: The City of Columbia is hosting a groundbreaking celebration to recognize four single-family homes that are to…
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City of Columbia Planning Division seeks Pedestrian and Bicyclist Counts volunteers
February 20, 2025
The City of Columbia Planning Division is seeking volunteers to help conduct routine Pedestrian and Bicyclist Counts throughout Columbia. By counting pedestrians and bicyclists, volunteers help to ensure that all…
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Ribbon cutting set for Cline’s Salon February 27
February 20, 2025
The Congaree Vista Guild has announced the ribbon-cutting and new location opening for Cline’s Salon on Thursday, February 27 at 2:00 p.m. at 804 Lady Street. This salon is celebrating…
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Denmark Technical College students earn $15,000 scholarships at inaugural Thurgood Marshall College Fund Workforce Development Summit
February 19, 2025
Two Denmark Technical College students, Ra’Niyah Daniels and Kawonna Maple, were each awarded the Cal & Annette Johnson Scholarship, valued at $15,000, at the inaugural Thurgood Marshall College Fund Workforce…
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Colliers brings mixed-use building in the Vista to full occupancy; announces investment opportunity
February 19, 2025
Colliers | South Carolina announces that 823 Gervais Street is 100% occupied as The Gameshow Challenge leased the last remaining space. Colliers’ Mary Winter Teaster, John Gressette and Sydney Lanham…
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Renewal Season is in full effect for Business Licensing!
February 19, 2025
Please utilize either the new online portal at https://columbiasc.hdlgov.com/ or with the QR code below You can also utilize the Statewide Renewal Portal at https://www.localblrenewal.com/ Benefits to using our new online portal: Convenience: Renew…
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City Council Highlights | Tuesday, February 18, 2025
February 19, 2025
To begin the City Council meeting this evening (Tuesday, February 18, 2025), City Council presented several proclamations including Jayme Hill’s Kidz Kindness Day and Corey Mitchell Multiple Sclerosis Foundation Day. Born in 2018,…
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“The Shot Heard Round the World” A 250th American Revolution anniversary celebration of Lexington County’s namesake: The Battle of Lexington and Concord
February 19, 2025
Lexington’s Old Mill Pond Trail | April 19, 2025 | 4:00 – 8:30 p.m. On April 19, 2025, from 4:00 to 8:30 p.m., history comes to life at Lexington’s Old…
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NAI Columbia announces January 2025 Transactions
February 19, 2025
Sales: Jack Springs sold 4530 Highway 17 South in North Myrtle Beach, SC. The ±2.13 site sold for $5,250,000. Jack Springs, Ben Kelly, CCIM, and Patrick Chambers sold two parcels…
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Blood pressure kit donations to support veterans’ heart health
February 19, 2025
American Heart Association provides blood pressure kits to Dorn VA Medical Center with support from Boyer Construction The American Heart Association, committed to creating a world of healthier lives for all,…
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PHENOGY AG outlines growth strategy in Columbia, strengthening City’s role in clean energy innovation
February 19, 2025
PHENOGY AG, a Swiss-based energy storage startup, outlined its growth strategy in Columbia, reinforcing the city’s position as a hub for clean energy innovation. “Columbia is the ideal launchpad for…
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Literacy SC announces 2025 board officers, highlights community volunteer opportunities
February 19, 2025
Literacy SC, central South Carolina’s leading adult literacy nonprofit, announces its 2025 board officers and invites community members to join its mission of teaching practical reading, writing, and math skills…
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NP Strategy announces leadership transition
February 19, 2025Amanda Loveday Named CEO and Jean Cecil Frick Named COO NP Strategy, a strategic communications firm specializing in crisis response, media, and public relations, announced a leadership transition that will…
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FJ Rabon Construction announces the next generation of leadership
February 19, 2025FJ Rabon Construction, Inc., a leading provider of septic and construction services in the Columbia, SC area, announces that Will Rabon, the son of Ben and Ashleigh Rabon, has joined…
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Richland One executive director of information technology to be inducted into Consortium for School Networking’s Volunteer Hall of Fame
February 18, 2025
Dr. Candice Coppock, Richland One’s executive director of information technology (IT), will be inducted into the 2025 Consortium for School Networking’s (CoSN) Volunteer Hall of Fame. The non-profit organization is…
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SIOS Technology honored with multiple industry awards for innovation in high availability and disaster recovery
February 18, 2025
SIOS Technology Corp., a leading provider of application high availability (HA) and disaster recovery (DR) solutions, announced that it has received multiple industry recognitions for its innovative solutions that ensure…
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South Carolina Pimento Cheese Festival debuts in Columbia this spring
February 18, 2025
Red Maple Events, LLC has announced that South Carolina’s first Pimento Cheese Festival will be held on Saturday, March 29 from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. at Saluda Shoals Park in Columbia,…
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Limitless Purpose provides opportunities for all children
February 18, 2025
As Limitless Purpose celebrates its 5th anniversary, the organization has announced two opportunities for children and families: Limitless Learner Summer Incentive Awards and the annual free Family Celebration event in…
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Trinity Partners facilitates investment sale of industrial facility in West Columbia, SC
February 18, 2025
Trinity Partners announced the successful investment sale of a 28,000 square foot Class B industrial facility located at 971 Harbor Drive in West Columbia, SC. Representing the buyer in the…
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Domestic violence survivors embark on a 5 week self-defense journey
February 18, 2025
Empowering Survivors Through Krav Maga Sistercare and Jamie Scott Fitness are joining together to provide a group of domestic violence survivors with a series of five Krav Maga self-defense classes,…
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Scout Motors to host series of Community Connection forums in Blythewood
February 18, 2025
Meetings will provide another opportunity for Midlands community to engage with the Scout team and see concept vehicles in-person Scout Motors will host a series of Community Connection forums in…
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Advertisement of vacancies on various boards and commissions
February 18, 2025
The City of Columbia is now accepting applications to fill several vacancies on the following boards and commissions. BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS Seeking to fill two (2) vacancies. The Board…
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City of Columbia welcomes PHENOGY Inc. to Columbia for their future US Headquarters in the Capital City
February 18, 2025
WHO: Mayor Pro-Tem Will Brennan, Columbia Economic Development, PHENOGY Inc., Columbia World Affairs Council, Columbia Metropolitan Airport and the University of South Carolina. WHAT: Mayor Pro-Tem Will Brennan, Co-Founder and CEO of…
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SC Launch Inc. announces investment in ThreatCaptain
February 18, 2025
South Carolina Research Authority’s investment affiliate, SC Launch Inc., has invested $250,000 in ThreatCaptain. The Greenville-based IT startup provides a financial cyber risk discovery platform designed specifically for managed service providers,…
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Conservative voters continue strong support for conservation
February 18, 2025
In a state-wide poll, Republican primary voters express significant support for conservation and resilience efforts across South Carolina. A new state-wide poll of 1,200 GOP voters conducted by Sustain SC…
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“From Overwhelmed to Optimized: Unleashing Agentic AI for Small Business Growth”
February 18, 2025
The Lexington Chamber and Visitors Center’s Small Business Council is hosting an educational seminar on February 20, 2025. The Chamber’s Small Business Council regularly hosts seminars for business owners and…
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Chapin Commercial Construction announces plans for Lake Murray Business Park
February 18, 2025
New mixed-use development to bring office, retail and flex space to booming Chapin community Chapin Commercial Construction announced its latest project, Lake Murray Business Park, a premier mixed-use development coming to…
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Limitless Purpose offers opportunities for children
February 17, 2025
As Limitless Purpose celebrates its 5th anniversary, the organization has announced two opportunities for children and families: Limitless Learner Summer Incentive Awards and the annual free Family Celebration event in…
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Design/Development Review Commission | Thursday, February 20, 2025
February 17, 2025
On Thursday, February 20, 2025, the Design/Development Review Commission meeting will be held at 4:00 p.m. at City Hall, 1737 Main Street, Columbia, SC 29201. Members of the public and/or…
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School District Five teacher selected for prestigious learning opportunity
February 17, 2025
Spring Hill High School teacher Marc Turner was selected for a prestigious learning opportunity to study the lives and service of an American Veteran with National History Day® (NHD) and the American Battle…
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Iota Omicron Sigma Alumnae Chapter and Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. to host annual Youth Symposium
February 17, 2025
WHO: City of Columbia Parks and Recreation, Iota Omicron Sigma Chapter, and Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. WHAT: The Iota Omicron Sigma Alumnae Chapter of Sigma Gamm Rho Sorority, Inc. will…
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Beat the Winter Blues at EdVenture
February 14, 2025
When the weather is dreary, the kids are out of school, and the cabin fever kicks in, there’s no better place to bring the family than EdVenture! This February, EdVenture…
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