Inaugural WaterSC meeting brings together statewide collaborators to plan for the preservation and management of South Carolina’s water resources
October 31, 2024
Representatives from multiple state agencies and stakeholder groups joined Gov. Henry McMaster for the first meeting of the WaterSC Water Resources Working Group. WaterSC is a newly launched statewide initiative…
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FEMA Disaster Survivor Assistance teams to begin door-to-door visits with City of Columbia and Richland County residents
October 31, 2024
The Federal Emergency Management Agency’s Disaster Survivor Assistance (DSA) teams will begin door-to-door visits with City of Columbia and Richland County residents Thursday, Oct. 31 in the aftermath of Hurricane…
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No tricks, only a treat! Catch the Comet for free to vote on Tuesday Nov. 5!
October 31, 2024
The Central Midlands Regional Transit Authority (The COMET) wants to help riders exercise their right to vote. The COMET fixed route buses and DART services will be free for those…
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City of Columbia, Prisma Health® and National Fitness Campaign launch two Fitness Courts® bringing free community wellness to South Carolina’s Capital
October 30, 2024
The City of Columbia, Prisma Health® and National Fitness Campaign (NFC) unveiled not one, but two new outdoor Fitness Courts® at Greenview Park and Finlay Park. The ribbon-cutting ceremony was held at…
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Share the Warmth in your hometown this November
October 30, 2024
The Mast General Store welcomes Columbia Sportswear’s partnership for this year’s Share the Warmth campaign. Columbia jumpstarted the drive with a donation of coats to Hurricane Helene relief efforts. This…
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AAC East, LLC expands Marlboro County operations
October 30, 2024
$6 million investment will create 25 new jobs FAST FACTS AAC East, LLC (AAC East) is expanding its Marlboro County operations. The company’s $6 million investment will create 25 new…
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On Veterans Day, learn about the Battle of Ia Drang at Richland Library
October 30, 2024
The battle of Ia Drang in 1965 was the first great clash between the U.S. and North Vietnamese armies. About 237 Americans were killed, along with 132 South Vietnamese, and…
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Áróra & Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer 4-D return to the State Museum
October 30, 2024
Plus, explore the museum after-hours during the Holiday Planetarium Lighting on Dec. 5 This holiday season, guests are invited to visit the South Carolina State Museum to explore the beauty…
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We Are Sharing Hope SC highlights the healing power of tissue donation during Breast Cancer Awareness Month
October 30, 2024
We Are Sharing Hope SC (SHSC) is honoring tissue donors during Breast Cancer Awareness Month, for their decision to donate to so many women across the state of who are…
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Have a Murray Christmas!
October 30, 2024
Holiday Open House & Gift Shop Sale: Thursday, November 14 The Capital City/Lake Murray Country (CCLMC) Visitors Center will host its annual Holiday Open House & Gift Shop Sale on Thursday, November 14, 2024.…
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Taste of Lake Murray Tickets on sale November 14
October 30, 2024
Light up the sky with early bird pricing, reserved seating, and more Taste of Lake Murray 2025, presented by Lexington Medical Center, is set for 6 p.m. on March 27,…
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Robinson Gray Member Grady Beard joins board of National Workers’ Compensation Defense Network
October 30, 2024
Grady Beard, a member of Robinson Gray law firm, has joined the board of directors of the National Workers’ Compensation Defense Network. He was nominated and elected to the board…
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The reveal of the Scout® Traveler™ SUV and Scout® Terra™ truck concepts ushers in a new Scout era
October 30, 2024
Scout Motors Inc. recently introduced the next era of rugged trucks and sport utility vehicles (SUV) with the unveiling of two production-intent concept vehicles, the Scout® Traveler™ SUV and the Scout® Terra™ truck. The…
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SCDES announces recipients of DERA grant funding to support clean air projects
October 30, 2024
The South Carolina Department of Environmental Services (SCDES) has announced the winners of this year’s grant funding from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) that supports South Carolina’s State Diesel…
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Legendary No Name Deli cuts ribbon to new Forest Acres location
October 29, 2024
Expanding to a second location, the deli and grill continues its tradition of quick, quality service No Name Deli – Columbia’s beloved spot for fast, fresh, and no-frills food –…
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Congaree National Park announces contract for Boardwalk Replacement Project
October 29, 2024
Congaree National Park officials announced that the contract has been awarded for the replacement of Boardwalk Loop Trail sections B, D, and F, which have exceeded their intended service life.…
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Bondex expands Edgefield County operations
October 29, 2024
Bondex, a leader in technical nonwoven manufacturing, announced it is expanding its Edgefield County operations. The company’s $18.8 million investment will create 13 new jobs. The expansion includes a new…
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Midlands Clay Arts Society Holiday Sale
October 29, 2024
You are invited to our 23rd Annual Midlands Clay Arts Holiday Sale, to be held December 5-7, 2024 at Stormwater Studios, 413 Pendleton Street, Columbia, SC. Over 35 local artists…
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Sustain SC Team grows with hiring of Senior VP of Conservation, Kristen Austin Gunter
October 29, 2024
Sustain SC, a nonprofit organization connecting the sustainability goals of business in South Carolina with local solutions, announced Kristen Austin Gunter has joined as Senior Vice President of Conservation. With…
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Alvin S. Glenn officer earns leadership honor upon graduation from Criminal Justice Academy Training
October 29, 2024
Richland County is proud to recognize an officer at the County’s Alvin S. Glenn Detention Center as a recent graduate of the S.C. Criminal Justice Academy’s Basic Detention (BD) training…
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South Carolina State Fair donates $200,000 for Hurricane Helene relief
October 29, 2024
Contributions to assist recovery and rebuilding in impacted areas The South Carolina State Fair, a self-supporting 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, announced a donation of $200,000 to support recovery efforts following the devastation…
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SC Philharmonic Presents “Andy & Friends” at Harbison Theatre
October 29, 2024
An evening of world-class chamber music with celebrated musicians Andy Armstrong, Stefan Jackiw, and Yoonah Kim The SC Philharmonic presents an evening of chamber music with “Andy & Friends” on…
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Local Handyman sculpts unique life-sized pink dinosaur display for Breast Cancer Awareness and Halloween
October 29, 2024
Fundraiser benefits American Cancer Society until November 14, General public encouraged to stop by and post photos Lexington-area native and master sculptor Christopher Price of Price Handyworks, LLC has created…
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Cason Development Group grows with new Property Manager
October 29, 2024
Cason Development Group has added Carson Gorenflo as a Property Manager. As a property manager, Gorenflo will be responsible for overseeing the daily operations of a portfolio of commercial and…
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Studio 2LR, Inc. Architecture + Interiors attend announcement of Darlington County African American Museum
October 29, 2024
Studio 2LR, Inc., an architecture and interior design firm creating impact through transformative design, recently attended a press conference announcing the new Darlington County African American Museum. The Darlington County…
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ECSC announces new Pimento Cheese Passport partners
October 29, 2024
Participants can now savor 19 unique dishes and have a chance to choose one of their own Experience Columbia SC will be adding to its highly-successful Pimento Cheese Passport. Six…
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Experience Columbia announces new Pimento Cheese Passport partners
October 29, 2024
Today, Experience Columbia SC will be adding to its highly-successful Pimento Cheese Passport. Six new dishes and restaurant partners will be featured, and the public will have the opportunity to…
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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis launches new personal finance lesson for Elementary Students
October 29, 2024
Free classroom kit available for first 100 teachers who sign-up State Treasurer Curtis Loftis announced the launch of a new personal finance lesson plan designed to engage kindergarten through second grade…
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Lake Murray Country returns to the World Food Championships November 8-11, 2024 | Indianapolis, IN
October 29, 2024
Capital City/Lake Murray Country (CCLMC) announced that Team Lake Murray Country will return to the World Food Championships (WFC) for the 4th year in a row – November 8-11 in Indianapolis, IL.…
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University of South Carolina Homecoming Commission and The Five Points Association to host ‘Paint the Town Garnet and Black’ Block Party
October 29, 2024
The Five Points Association in partnership with the University of South Carolina Homecoming Commission, announced the Paint the Town Garnet and Black Block Party, Presented by South Carolina Federal Credit…
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S.C. Treasurer Curtis Loftis reveals his latest list of “Spooky Names” with unclaimed property
October 29, 2024
Once again channeling his inner Halloween spirit, State Treasurer Curtis Loftis has a scared up another list of South Carolinians with “spooky names” that are owed unclaimed money in hopes…
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Historic Columbia wins prestigious National Historic Preservation Award
October 29, 2024
Historic Columbia announced that it has been honored with the Trustees’ Award for Organizational Excellence by the National Trust for Historic Preservation. This prestigious award recognizes Historic Columbia’s evolution from…
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Grand opening for The Toasty Hot Spot in Five Points set for November 4
October 29, 2024
The Toasty Hot Spot will officially re-open its doors in Five Points on November 4. Located at 2002 Greene Street Suites A & B, the Toasty Hot Spot is a…
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Armen Shaomian is the 2024 Michael J. Mungo Undergraduate Teaching Award winner at USC
October 29, 2024
Armen Shaomian is the winner of this year’s prestigious Michael J. Mungo Undergraduate Teaching Award at the University of South Carolina. Shaomian, an associate professor of sport and entertainment management,…
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Longtime USC board member Eddie Floyd steps down
October 29, 2024
Retired physician Eddie Floyd, the longest-serving member of the University of South Carolina Board of Trustees, has resigned. Floyd, a former heart surgeon and chairman of the board from 1992…
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CarolinaPower promotes Wyatt Gwyn to Industrial Operations Executive
October 28, 2024
CarolinaPower, a leading employee-owned, regional electrical contractor with four offices in South Carolina, has promoted Wyatt Gwyn to Industrial Operations Executive – a new position focused on supporting and growing…
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Riverbanks spreads its wings with a new arrival
October 28, 2024
Riverbanks Zoo and Garden Celebrates Egg-Citing News A Hatching 12 Years in the Making Delights Zoo Staff Riverbanks Zoo and Garden is flying high after a new chick has emerged…
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Southern First names Julie Fairchild Chief Accounting Officer
October 28, 2024
Southern First Bancshares, Inc., holding company for Southern First Bank, announced the appointment of Julie Fairchild to Chief Accounting Officer. Fairchild has over 25 years of accounting and finance experience…
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Pennington receives Petigru Award from Charleston Bar
October 28, 2024
Ashley Pennington, an attorney at Burnette Shutt & McDaniel, has received the James Louis Petigru Award from the Charleston County Bar Association. The award is rarely given. Pennington is only…
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Maynard Nexsen launches Business Advisory Services team
October 28, 2024
Serving Privately Held and Family Owned Businesses Maynard Nexsen, a full-service law firm with 24 offices across the United States, announced the creation of Maynard Nexsen Business Advisory Services, a…
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USC planning S.C.’s first hospital specializing in neurological care
October 25, 2024
The University of South Carolina is planning to develop a unique hospital that would house the Palmetto State’s first standalone comprehensive medical facility dedicated entirely to integrated care of patients…
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South Carolina principal named National Principal of the Year
October 25, 2024
Amid National Principals Month, the National Association of Secondary School Principals (NASSP) announced that Tracie Anderson Swilley, principal of Fairfield Central High School in the Fairfield County School District, is…
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Columbia College announces partnership with the SC Technical College System
October 24, 2024
On October 24, 2024, Columbia College welcomed SC Technical College System (SCTCS) representatives as well as presidents from many of the participating institutions (Central Carolina Technical College, Denmark Technical College,…
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Turner Padget adds two associates
October 24, 2024
Turner Padget announces the addition of two associates Mary Stewart DeLong and Chase Stokes O’Reilly. Delong resides in Turner Padget’s Charleston office and is a member of the Workplace Law…
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Poppi, what are you doing?
October 24, 2024
By Jeff Becraft One of our grandsons’ name is Caleb. He is almost two years old. We were visiting Caleb and his family back in August for several days.…
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A Spider Fit for Halloween
October 24, 2024
By Tom Poland Read no further if you suffer arachnophobia … How well I remember a night when we were under the lights scrimmaging. I can’t recall who we…
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Chapin Commercial Construction completes renovation of new Circa Barbershop in Lexington
October 24, 2024
Chapin Commercial Construction announces the completion of renovations at 101B E. Main St. in Lexington, South Carolina, transforming the historic building’s 2,285-square-foot basement space into the newest home of Circa…
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Marwin receives South Carolina Business Partner Award
October 24, 2024
Marwin, a leader in the manufacturing industry, announced that it has been awarded the South Carolina Business Partner Award for Congressional District 2 by the South Carolina Vocational Rehabilitation Association.…
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Mullikin addresses several hundred students at CIU
October 24, 2024
S.C. Floodwater Commission chair discussed mandate to protect the environment By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Global expedition leader and S.C. Floodwater Commission chairman Dr. Tom Mullikin spoke to group of…
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The Nick presents ReelTalk: Docuseries featuring Sugarcane, a powerful tribute to Native resilience
October 24, 2024
On October 29, The Nickelodeon Theater presents the next installment of its ReelTalk: Docuseries, featuring Sugarcane, an extraordinary documentary by Julian Brave NoiseCat and Emily Kassie. This event will include…
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