Spring Break Check-In: Talking With Your College Student About Substance Use
March 6, 2026
As Spring Break approaches, college students across South Carolina are preparing to return home, travel or spend time with friends. No matter where students spend the break, it presents a…
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Patient Safety Awareness Week: Protecting Families Through Safe Medication Use
March 6, 2026
During Patient Safety Awareness Week, March 8-14, the South Carolina Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities’ Office of Substance Use Services (OSUS) is reminding families that safe medication practices…
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Choosing forgiveness
March 5, 2026
By Jeff Becraft Marine Clebe McClary fought in the Vietnam war. On their 19th mission deep in hostile territory, his platoon and he suffered a vicious attack from the enemy.…
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Muzika! 2026 Festival announces 5th anniversary season in South Carolina
March 5, 2026
25-year international legacy brings Metropolitan Opera leadership, Broadway classics, and Bulgarian folk to the Palmetto State this June This June, the Muzika! Festival returns to South Carolina for its fifth…
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City of Columbia to host annual City Manager’s Go Red Heart Walk
March 5, 2026
Who: City Manager Teresa Wilson, City of Columbia Representatives, the Columbia Police Department, the American Heart Association, Prisma Health, and Connor Shaw, Founder of HRTHDL What: The City of Columbia would like…
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Richland One opens second round of applications for 2026–2027 magnet choice programs
March 5, 2026
The second round of the application cycle for Richland One’s magnet choice programs will open March 2 and close March 31. Applications will be accepted only for magnet choice programs…
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St. Pat’s in Five Points announces 2026 parade grand marshal Elizabeth as Taylor
March 5, 2026
St. Pat’s in Five Points announced that Elizabeth as Taylor, an internationally touring Taylor Swift tribute performer and 2025 festival performer, will serve as the Grand Marshal of this year’s…
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State Museum to celebrate individuals with disabilities on Saturday, March 14
March 5, 2026
Disability Celebration Day features fun activities, including a community art project, sensory-friendly shows, a silent disco and more The South Carolina State Museum announced the return of its Disability Celebration…
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Junior League of Columbia presents “Round Up for a Cause” – a western-themed fundraiser to support community impact
March 5, 2026
The Junior League of Columbia, Inc. announced Round Up for a Cause, a lively western themed fundraiser raising vital support for the League’s mission to strengthen the Midlands community. The event…
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Irmo leaders invest in youth success at Youngs Chapel AME
March 5, 2026
In a demonstration of community partnership, Mayor Bill Danielson and Councilwoman Phyllis Coleman visited Youngs Chapel AME Church recently to present a $6,250 donation on behalf of the Mayor’s Uplift Initiative. The contribution is earmarked for the…
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Richland One’s Summer SOAR program named top 10 finalist for WhatWorksSC award
March 5, 2026
Richland One’s Summer SOAR program has been named a top 10 finalist for the 2026 Dick and Tunky Riley WhatWorksSC Award, presented by The Riley Institution at Furman University. The…
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RBHS principal Jacob Smith announces retirement
March 5, 2026
After more than two decades in public education, River Bluff High School Principal Jacob Smith has announced plans to retire at the end of the 2025–26 school year. His career…
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The SC Sweep returns March 21–29, rallying South Carolinians to clean up their communities
March 5, 2026
PalmettoPride is launching the 2026 SC Sweep, a 10-day statewide campaign inviting South Carolinians to take action against litter and help keep their communities beautiful. Taking place during the first 10…
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Junior League of Columbia expands Little Black Dress Initiative Week with community give-back nights and blood drive
March 5, 2026
The Junior League of Columbia (JLC) is expanding its 2026 Little Black Dress Initiative (LBDI) Week, taking place March 9–13, 2026, with additional opportunities for the Midlands community to give…
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S.C. Arts Commission announces six recipients of 2026 Governor’s Awards for the Arts
March 5, 2026
Recipients from Charleston, Florence, Hampton, Richland and York counties The South Carolina Arts Commission is happily announcing six unique and deserving 2026 recipients of the state’s highest recognition for exceptional…
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City of Columbia launches “Community University” to give residents an inside look at local government
March 5, 2026
Residents interested in learning more about how local government works will soon have the opportunity through a new educational initiative hosted by the City of Columbia Community Development Department. The…
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Wingard’s Market announces dates for annual Spring Fling
March 4, 2026
Wingard’s Market, invites the community to celebrate the arrival of spring at its highly anticipated Spring Fling 2026, taking place Friday, March 13 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and…
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New attorneys join Collins & Lacy law firm
March 4, 2026
Collins & Lacy, P.C. announced four attorneys who have joined the firm. Attorneys Matthew Robins, Danielle Wilson, Nikole Haltiwanger, and Trevor Hughey have joined the firm that has locations in…
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Dr. Alicia McFarland featured in Faces of South Carolina for Leadership in Pediatric Medicine
March 4, 2026
Dr. Alicia McFarland, Chief Medical Officer of the South Carolina Pediatric Alliance, has been selected for SCBIZ Faces of South Carolina in recognition of her leadership, dedication to children’s health,…
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Taste of the Vine returns to Central Energy on March 19, 2026
March 4, 2026
Columbia’s premier wine event, Taste of the Vine, returns on Thursday, March 19, 2026, at Central Energy, benefiting Transitions Homeless Center, the Midlands’ largest provider of services for individuals experiencing…
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Osprey At Crooked Bridge
March 4, 2026
By Tom Poland Three birds hold me in their thrall. The osprey, whippoorwill, and oft-slighted buzzard. I love the whippoorwill’s lilting call. The noble osprey and its distinctive M-shaped…
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Treasurer Loftis highlights expanded Palmetto ABLE account eligibility at Disability Advocacy Day
March 4, 2026
Thousands more South Carolinians with disabilities may now qualify for a powerful savings tool designed to protect their benefits and strengthen their financial future. At Disability Advocacy Day at the…
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Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Irmo now open
March 4, 2026
Encompass Health announced the opening of Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Irmo, a 49-bed inpatient facility that is now accepting patients. The 53,000-square-foot hospital provides rehabilitation services for patients recovering…
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PSC appointments will shape utility rates across South Carolina
March 3, 2026
Ratepayer Protection Concerns Focus Attention on District 5 Appointment Next week, the South Carolina General Assembly will vote to appoint members of the Public Service Commission (PSC) for Congressional Districts…
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South Carolina export sales reach $38.5 billion in 2025, marking seven-year high
March 3, 2026
South Carolina’s manufacturing industries support economic growth Governor Henry McMaster, the South Carolina Department of Commerce (S.C. Commerce) and South Carolina Ports (SC Ports) announced that the state’s 2025 export sales grew 1.5%,…
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University of South Carolina Dance Marathon raises more than $765,000 for Prisma Health Children’s Hospital—Midlands
March 3, 2026Students culminate a year of fundraising to Build Brighter Days for Midlands families University of South Carolina Dance Marathon (USCDM) celebrated the impact of the student-led movement for children’s health at…
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Sustain SC celebrates five year anniversary with launch of new strategic framework
March 3, 2026
This week, Sustain SC is celebrating its fifth anniversary with the launch of a refreshed Strategic Framework designed to support the organization’s new Purpose statement — to build and grow a…
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The Colors of Spain, European tour comes to Columbia for one night only
March 3, 2026Columbia audiences will get a rare first look at a European touring production this month when “The Colors of Spain” makes its U.S. premiere at the Koger Center for the Arts. Set for…
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Google launches new AI certificate and free training for every small business in the U.S.
March 3, 2026
Google launched the Google AI Professional Certificate to equip people with the AI skills that are most in-demand by today’s employers. The program is based on labor market research from…
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Lexington County open house meetings for transportation improvement plan
March 3, 2026
The Lexington County Department of Public Works invites residents, businesses, and stakeholders to attend a series of Open House public meetings as part of the development of the Lexington County Transportation Improvement Plan. What…
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Sixteen finalists battle for title of Coolest Thing Made in South Carolina
March 3, 2026
Voting for Top 16 Round of Manufacturing Madness Now Open South Carolina Manufacturers and Commerce (SCMC) announced the finalists for the Top 16 round of the 5th Annual Manufacturing Madness,…
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South Carolina women kick off support for women’s suffrage monument in Washington, D.C.
March 3, 2026
Three well-known business leaders in South Carolina are joining a national movement to fill a void on the National Mall in Washington, D.C.- a monument honoring women who led the…
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Irmo Chili Cookoff & Mary’s Mobile Market
March 3, 2026
The Town of Irmo Events Committee is teaming up with Mary’s Mobile Market for a day of fun at Moore Park! We’re hosting a Chili Cook-off, and we want YOU to compete. Where: Prisma…
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LRADAC hosts its annual Black Balloon Day on March 6 to honor 184 individuals lost to overdoses in Richland and Lexington Counties
March 3, 2026
To honor the 184 residents of Richland and Lexington Counties who lost their lives to substance overdoses in 2025, LRADAC will once again host Black Balloon Day on Wednesday, March…
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Benjamin Garner, former federal prosecutor, strengthens Maynard Nexsen’s white collar defense bench
March 3, 2026
Maynard Nexsen announced that Benjamin N. “Ben” Garner has joined the firm as a Shareholder in the Government Investigations & White Collar Defense Practice Group. Mr. Garner will be based…
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Trinity Episcopal Cathedral awards $207,000 in annual Faith in Action grants
March 3, 2026
Trinity Episcopal Cathedral has awarded grant funding to 13 local and global non-profit partners who are doing sustainable work to create a better future for our community and world. The…
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National Consumer Protection Week (March 1–7) highlights the importance of scam awareness: BBB Serving Central SC and Charleston shares practical tips for consumers
March 3, 2026
During National Consumer Protection Week (March 1–7), BBB Serving Central SC and Charleston is reminding consumers to stay alert and take simple steps to protect themselves from scams and identity…
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NAI Columbia facilitates the purchase of the Berkeley Building
March 3, 2026
NAI Columbia announced that Ben Kelly, CCIM and Patrick Chambers successfully represented the buyer in the acquisition of the Berkeley Building, a ±74,069 SF office building located at 200 Center…
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The Contemporaries present French Quarter Fête benefiting the Columbia Museum of Art
March 3, 2026
The Contemporaries, a dynamic affinity group of the Columbia Museum of Art, invite the community to step into the golden age of jazz at A French Quarter Fête, an unforgettable gala inspired…
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Camden International Day of Happiness – March 20
March 3, 2026
The Camden community will come together on Friday, March 20, 2026, to celebrate the International Day of Happiness with a special event hosted by The Happiness Health Connection and its…
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SC Commerce announces 2026 Relentless Challenge grant awards
March 3, 2026
14 projects across the state awarded grants to support innovation and entrepreneurship The South Carolina Department of Commerce (S.C. Commerce) announced the recipients of its 2026 Relentless Challenge grants, which totaled…
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GSSM 5K raises $3,615 for Night to Shine, draws 150 participants
March 3, 2026
The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics (GSSM) hosted its annual 5K for Mental Health Awareness on Saturday, Feb. 28, bringing together students, employees, and community members in…
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SCRA announces new grant funding and member companies
March 3, 2026
Chipp, Atapic, Sentec, and Tada AI received new grant funding from the South Carolina Research Authority. Crystal-XG, Cuffway, InfauxTech, Ohmiq, PostPixel, Renoverse AI, and Vet Media Group were accepted as SCRA member companies. SCRA Interim President and CEO Bill Kirkland…
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Love named next principal of Red Bank Elementary starting July 2026
March 3, 2026
At its February 24, 2026, meeting, the Lexington County School District One Board of Trustees approved the appointment of Tomeka Love as the next principal of Red Bank Elementary. Love…
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Greater Chapin Chamber of Commerce announces finalists for annual awards gala
March 3, 2026
The Greater Chapin Chamber of Commerce announced the nominees for the 2026 Annual Awards Gala: A Night of Reflection. These finalists represent the heart of the Chapin business community, recognized…
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City of Columbia pedestrian and bicyclist counts: help make sure we all count!
March 3, 2026
The City of Columbia is seeking volunteers to help conduct our routine Pedestrian & Bicyclist Counts throughout Columbia. By counting pedestrians and bicyclists, volunteers help to ensure that all of…
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Historic Columbia announces March 2026 events
March 3, 2026
Explore Columbia in new and exciting ways with Historic Columbia as we offer a full slate of tours and programs this March. PROGRAMS & EVENTS IN MARCH: Heathwood Walking Tour…
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City to host third annual “Jump Start Your Heart” day party
March 3, 2026
WHAT: February is National Heart Month and in conjunction with the Go Red movement, which encourages awareness of heart disease and heart health, the City will hold the third annual “Jump…
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QuickBooks Online: How to set up your books the right way from day one
March 3, 2026
The City of Columbia’s Office of Business Opportunities is hosting QuickBooks Online: How to Set Up Your Books the Right Way From Day One on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, beginning at 10:00…
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Danielle Salley Creative wins Gold ADDY for mysterious self-promotion website
March 2, 2026
Danielle Salley Creative, a Lexington-based solopreneur creative agency, took top honors with a Gold ADDY from the Midlands chapter of the American Advertising Federation’s national awards program in the category…
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