Studio 2LR celebrates 20 years of design excellence
May 14, 2025
Studio 2LR, Inc. Architecture + Interiors celebrates its 20th anniversary, marking two decades of creative impact, collaborative partnerships, and community-centered design. Founded in 2005, Studio 2LR has grown into a…
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Healthy Learners announces the departure of Executive Director Amy Splittgerber after five transformative years
May 14, 2025
The Healthy Learners Board of Directors announces the departure in good standing of Executive Director Amy Splittgerber, concluding five years of distinguished leadership and service. Her tenure has been marked…
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The Power of Purpose
May 14, 2025
SCDNR Director Mullikin delivers commencement address at Coastal Carolina By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Dr. Tom Mullikin, director of the S.C. Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR), delivered the commencement address…
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South Carolina’s Russell Bauknight named among Forbes Magazine’s Best-In-State CPAs
May 14, 2025
Russell Bauknight, CPA, who has spent the majority of his 45-year professional career in South Carolina as a trusted advisor to businesses, high-net-worth individuals and estates, has been recognized among…
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The Battle of Camden, as explained by a ‘redcoat’
May 13, 2025
Books have been written about war since writing was invented. In the 1890s, Stephen Crane’s The Red Badge of Courage initiated a new way to tell such stories. Rather than…
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The Nick announces return of Kids Summer Movie Series
May 13, 2025
The Nickelodeon Theater is thrilled to announce the return of its Kids Summer Movie Series, bringing classic animated and live-action family favorites back to the big screen for a second…
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LS3P’s Columbia office recognizes outstanding team members
May 13, 2025
LS3P congratulates three Columbia team members who were recently recognized for exemplary efforts. Columbia K-12 Sector Leader | Senior Project Manager Jimmy Wilhide, AIA, was elevated to an Associate Principal. Since…
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Erin Curtis named CEO of Soda City Market
May 13, 2025
Soda City Market Announces Leadership Transition Erin Curtis is no stranger to Columbia’s long-time Soda City Market. With a history of working with the Market since 2010 in its early…
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The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society of the Midlands announces Jack Godbold as the 2025 Visionary of the Year
May 12, 2025
The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) of the Midlands announced Jack Godbold as the 2025 Visionary of the Year. Jack and his team, Team Amal, were able to collectively raise…
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Colliers welcomes Crystal Baker as Transaction and Brokerage Coordinator in Columbia
May 12, 2025
Colliers | South Carolina announced Crystal Baker has rejoined its team as the Transaction and Brokerage Coordinator in the firm’s Columbia office. As Transaction and Brokerage Coordinator, Baker works closely…
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Trustus Theatre presents Samuel D. Hunter’s A Case for the Existence of God
May 12, 2025
Opening May 16 in the Trustus Side Door Trustus Theatre presents A Case for the Existence of God by Obie Award-winning playwright Samuel D. Hunter, opening Friday, May 16 in…
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Andy Wicker wins 2024 American Fishing Tour National Championship at Lake Murray
May 12, 2025The American Bass Anglers (ABA) 2024 American Fishing Tour National Championship on Lake Murray concluded May 9, 2025, with Andy Wicker of Cayce, South Carolina, taking home the title of National Champion and Angler of the…
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Wild Things Freedom Center enjoined from charitable solicitation in South Carolina
May 12, 2025“South Carolinians are incredibly generous, and they deserve to know their contributions are going to legitimate, transparent causes,” said Secretary of State Mark Hammond Today, Secretary of State Mark Hammond…
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Fisher Phillips’ Columbia office grows number of Certified Specialists in Labor & Employment Law
May 12, 2025
Sheila Abron the Latest Attorney in South Carolina to Earn Title Sheila Abron, partner in Fisher Phillips’ Columbia office, is the latest attorney to be certified as a Specialist in…
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City of Columbia unveils statue honoring Coach Dawn Staley’s legacy of leadership and impact
May 12, 2025On Wednesday, April 30, the City of Columbia unveiled a permanent statue honoring Coach Dawn Staley, a basketball icon and community leader whose legacy continues to uplift generations. The ceremony,…
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The Columbia Area Development Partnership Launches to Power Richland County’s Next Era of Economic Growth
May 9, 2025
Richland County unveiled the Columbia Area Development Partnership (CADP) – a bold new public-private collaboration that is now the exclusive local organization empowered to lead the county’s rapid economic development…
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South Carolina Association of Technical College Commissioners announces 2025 award winners
May 9, 2025
The South Carolina Association of Technical College Commissioners (SCATCC) announces the selection of its 2025 award winners. Commissioner Leadership Award, George Piersol, Piedmont Technical College Honors an individual who has…
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Quackenbush Architects + Planners receives the AIA South Carolina Architecture Firm Award
May 8, 2025
Quackenbush Architects + Planners (Q+), a Columbia-based architecture and planning firm, has been named the 2025 recipient of the AIA South Carolina Firm Award—the highest honor presented to a South…
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Oldcastle APG grows South Carolina footprint with new operation in Lancaster County
May 8, 2025
Building materials manufacturer Oldcastle APG, a CRH company, is growing its South Carolina footprint with a new operation in Lancaster County, bringing 30 new jobs to the area. One of the…
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City Council Highlights | Tuesday, May 6, 2025
May 8, 2025
This evening’s City Council Meeting featured several proclamation presentations, including surprise recognitions honoring dedicated City of Columbia staff. To kick off the evening, City Manager Teresa Wilson presented a surprise…
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USC celebrates spring graduates
May 8, 2025
The University of South Carolina system will welcome thousands of new alumni in a series of four commencement ceremonies recognizing bachelor’s, master’s and professional degree recipients beginning Friday, May 9,…
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A cure for FOMO (or also entitled 48 hours in the company of hooting, cackling and snorting friends*)
May 7, 2025
By Reba Hull Campbell At my age, there’s not much that can gin up a full-blown case of FOMO anymore. But when I recently realized I was the only one…
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Denmark Technical College Commencement marks milestone for Class of 2025
May 7, 2025
The Denmark Technical College campus was filled with pride and inspiration as graduates crossed the stage at the college’s 76th annual commencement ceremony, held in the McDuffie Student Life Center.…
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The Birds of Death
May 7, 2025
By Tom Poland Forever Fly, You Black Riders Roads tell stories. I’ve come across the “Mule Kick That Killed Eight People” in Edgefield County. I’ve seen stores fall to…
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Sisters of Charity Foundation of SC welcomes new team member
May 7, 2025
The Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina announced the staff addition of Margie Blackwelder. Margie brings a wealth of experience and a heart for service to this Administrative Assistant…
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Spring Art Festival highlights Native American artists
May 7, 2025
Discover a celebration of Native American culture and creativity at the Spring Art & Craft Festival, happening Saturday, May 17 at USC Lancaster’s Native American Studies Center. Held from 9…
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Richland County Public Education Partners to host FREE Literacy Leap Book Fair to inspire young readers and build home libraries
May 7, 2025
A free family-friendly book fair designed to ignite a love of reading for summer learning enrichment Richland County Public Education Partners (RCPEP) announced the Literacy Leap Book Fair, a free,…
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Muc-Off leases space at Magnus Development Partners’ 803 Park
May 7, 2025
Colliers | South Carolina’s Chuck Salley, SIOR, Thomas Beard, SIOR and John Peebles, SIOR represented Magnus Development Partners in the lease of 56,160 square feet of industrial space to Muc-Off…
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City of Columbia and USC Upward Bound to host celebration for class of 2025 graduates
May 7, 2025The City of Columbia’s Office of Neighborhood Safety and Engagement is partnering with the University of South Carolina’s Upward Bound Program to host a celebration honoring the Richland County School…
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South Carolina ETV and Public Radio celebrates educators during May
May 7, 2025
Agency announces Bobbi Kennedy Award opportunity for educators South Carolina ETV and Public Radio (SCETV) is celebrating educators during Teacher Appreciation Week, held May 5-9, 2025. As part of this…
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Francis Marion University Education Foundation receives $100,000 grant from Power:Ed to help SC students retain their merit scholarships
May 7, 2025
Francis Marion University Education Foundation (FMUEF), has been awarded a $100,000 grant from Power:Ed, the philanthropy of SC Student Loan Corporation, to support the expansion of FMU’s Summer Success program…
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Hill Construction expanding manufacturing facility for Summit Lockers
May 7, 2025
Hill Construction joined the local owners of Summit Lockers to officially break ground on its new building expansion. Hill Construction has been selected to build a manufacturing facility expansion for…
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Michael Edens of First Reliance Bank named Corporate Walk Chair for The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s 2025 Light The Night
May 7, 2025
Michael Edens of First Reliance Bank Named Corporate Walk Chair for The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s 2025 Light The Night The South Carolina/Georgia Region of The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society…
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Innovative waste management business — Crushr, a mobile dumpster compactor — comes to Columbia market
May 7, 2025
Crushr, the mobile waste compaction service helping companies reduce trips to the landfill and cut operational costs, has officially launched out of Columbia, South Carolina. Crushr is a state-of-the-art, proprietary…
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Carolina Handling partners with Michael McDowell, Spire Motorsports at Talladega Superspeedway
May 7, 2025
A four-tire stop can be completed in under nine seconds, showcasing speed and teamwork from NASCAR’s top athletes. Likewise, Carolina Handling’s 1.1-hour average response time for breakdown calls outperforms the…
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Fireworks with the SC Philharmonic returns to Segra Park
May 7, 2025
Celebrate Independence Day with a concert and fireworks in the BullStreet District The Columbia Fireflies and the South Carolina Philharmonic today announced that Fireworks with the Phil, presented by Prisma…
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TWELVE QUESTIONS for Dr. Tom Mullikin, director South Carolina Department of Natural Resources
May 7, 2025
SCDNR Director discusses progress of first three months By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Dr. Tom Mullikin newly sworn director of the S.C. Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR) has accomplished much…
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Initial RFP process sees strong interest in unfinished nuclear units
May 6, 2025
Santee Cooper has received a robust response to its initial request for expressions of interest related to the two partially constructed generating units at V.C. Summer Nuclear Station. The process…
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Flock and Rally receives six industry awards from the South Carolina Public Relations Society of America
May 6, 2025
Flock and Rally, a women-owned and operated integrated communications and marketing agency based in Columbia, South Carolina, celebrated multiple honors received at the annual Mercury Awards hosted by the South…
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Ladies of Distinction Tea honors excellence in mental health
May 6, 2025
The Iota Omicron Sigma Alumnae Chapter of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc., serving West Columbia and surrounding areas, held its Ladies of Distinction Tea on Sunday, May 4, at the…
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RCPEP to host inaugural Golden Apple Awards Luncheon celebrating excellence in Richland County education
May 6, 2025
Richland County Public Education Partners (RCPEP) announced the inaugural Golden Apple Awards Luncheon, an event dedicated to honoring educators, community advocates, and leaders who have made an extraordinary impact on…
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BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina puts community first in annual “Doing Good Works” volunteer day
May 6, 2025
BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina proudly celebrated its fifth annual “Doing Good Works Day” on Saturday, April 26, continuing its strong tradition of community service and corporate social responsibility. This…
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Hissho Sushi relocates headquarters, launches first South Carolina operation in York County
May 6, 2025
Hissho Sushi, one of the nation’s largest sushi distributors, announced the relocation of its corporate headquarters and primary distribution operations to York County, South Carolina. With an investment of $5…
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Miss South Carolina delegates recognized at State House
May 6, 2025
The South Carolina State House welcomed more than 50 local delegates and volunteers from the Miss South Carolina Scholarship Organization on April 29 for Miss South Carolina Day, an annual…
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City of Columbia proudly supports grand re-launch of The Free Medical Clinic
May 6, 2025
The City of Columbia is proud to have played a key role in supporting the grand re-launch of The Free Medical Clinic, a vital community healthcare resource serving uninsured residents…
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U.S. films selected for international public television conference in Bilbao, Spain
May 5, 2025
SCETV continues role as U.S. INPUT Secretariat Five films from the United States were screened at the 2025 International Public Television (INPUT) Conference held May 3–7 in Bilbao, Spain. Hosted…
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Catledge named new campus dean of USC Lancaster
May 5, 2025
Courtney Catledge has been named campus dean of the University of South Carolina Lancaster. Her appointment was announced on Monday, May 5, by USC Palmetto College Chancellor Susan Elkins, who cited Catledge’s administrative leadership, her track record for training nursing graduates who ably live and work in the USC Lancaster region, and her connection to internal…
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Lake Murray nominated for USA Today’s 10Best Readers’ Choice “Best Lake for Water Sports”
May 5, 2025Lake Murray has once again been recognized on the national stage, earning a nomination for Best Lake for Water Sports in USA Today’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards for a second year in…
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Monty Python’s Spamalot at Town Theatre
May 5, 2025
Join King Arthur and his sidekick Patsy as they recruit a few good men to form the Knights of the very, very, very Round Table. Upon gathering an incomparable assortment…
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Richland Library Main’s café space is now home to Curiosity Coffee Bar
May 5, 2025
Richland Library announced the official opening of Curiosity Coffee Bar at Richland Library Main (1431 Assembly St.), where books and brews now go hand in hand in the newly activated…
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