McCollum joins Richardson Thomas
August 6, 2024
Dixie McCollum, a magna cum laude graduate of the University of South Carolina School of Law, has joined Richardson Thomas as an associate attorney. She will practice in the firm’s…
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Babcock included in new edition of “Legal Elite”
August 6, 2024
Keith Babcock, a co-founder of Lewis Babcock, is again honored in the just-released 2024 edition of “Legal Elite of the Midlands.” He’s listed in the category of business litigation. Mr.…
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Seven Bluestein Attorneys named to Columbia Business Monthly’s 2024 Legal Elite
August 6, 2024
This year, Columbia Business Monthly has named seven Bluestein Attorneys to its “Legal Elite of the Midlands” list. That’s two more than in 2023. The list recognizes attorneys in the…
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State Museum closed Tuesday due to inclement weather
August 6, 2024
Due to inclement weather, the South Carolina State Museum will be closed on Tuesday, August 6th to ensure the safety of our campers, visitors, and staff. We will provide an…
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Governor McMaster declares State of Emergency for South Carolina
August 6, 2024
Order Issued to Prepare for Potential Effects from Tropical Storm Debby Governor Henry McMaster today issued Executive Order 2024-16, declaring a State of Emergency in preparation for the potential effects of…
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SCRA announces new member companies and grant funding
August 6, 2024
Go Fig, Little Beeings, Sphere, Strata Platforms, RFIDKNOW, and Tabbi were accepted as South Carolina Research Authority Member Companies. Imagine Home Digital, MyUI, MyVoluntier Operations, SafeMedWaste, and Virtual Business 360 received…
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President Biden approves emergency declaration for South Carolina
August 6, 2024
FEMA announced August 5, 2024 that federal disaster assistance is available to the state of South Carolina to supplement response efforts due to emergency conditions resulting from Hurricane Debby beginning…
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2024-2025 Columbia College Board of Trustees appointments
August 5, 2024
Columbia College announced the appointment of two new members to the Board of Trustees, led by Board Chairman Ben Rex. Melisa (Missy) Underwood Caughman, (CC Class of 1995) is the…
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Compass of Carolina hires Patrick Harrison, Deputy Director
August 5, 2024
Compass of Carolina, a nonprofit organization dedicated to guiding individuals through mental health and family violence challenges, is delighted to announce Dr. Patrick Harrison’s appointment as the new Deputy Director.…
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Experienced employment lawyer Janet Rhodes joins Burnette Shutt & McDaniel
August 5, 2024
Janet Rhodes, a skilled employment lawyer and litigator who’s practiced in Columbia for more than a decade, has joined Burnette Shutt & McDaniel. Long dedicated to moving employment law forward,…
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Lecture at Richland Library on Aug. 16 to tell of ‘The Unpronounceable Patriot’
August 5, 2024
The longest battle of the American Revolution happened in South Carolina. That was the Siege of Ninety-Six. One Patriot played a large role in that episode: Tadeusz Kosciuszko. Who? You…
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9 at Burnette Shutt & McDaniel included in new edition of “Legal Elite”
August 5, 2024
Nine attorneys at Burnette Shutt & McDaniel are included in the 2024 edition of “Legal Elite of the Midlands,” an annual directory of attorneys based on a poll of the…
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Columbia Business Monthly honors Demetri “Jim” K. Koutrakos to 2024 ‘Legal Elite’ list
August 5, 2024
Columbia Business Monthly has named Callison Tighe & Robinson member Jim Koutrakos to its 2024 “Legal Elite of the Midlands” list. Mr. Koutrakos was named in the practice area of…
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Columbia Business Monthly names 11 Robinson Gray attorneys to its Legal Elite list
August 5, 2024
Columbia Business Monthly has named 11 Robinson Gray attorneys to its “Legal Elite of the Midlands” list for 2024. The list, based on a vote of active attorneys in the…
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10X Digital awards digital marketing scholarship
August 5, 2024
10X Digital is proud to announce the winner of the 10X digital marketing scholarship for the Fall 2024 semester, Austin Pennington. Austin Pennington, a 19-year-old from Cloverdale, IN, has shown…
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Columbia Museum of Art September 2024 Exhibitions and Events Calendar
August 5, 2024
Columbia Museum of Art September 2024 Calendar EXHIBITIONS (Un)Settled: The Landscape in American Art On view through September 8, 2024 From natural wonders to the open road, the landscape has…
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The City of Columbia welcomes Gadget Boy to Devine St. with a ribbon cutting ceremony
August 5, 2024
The City of Columbia welcomed in another small business in the community with a ribbon cutting ceremony at Gadget Boy located at 2822 Devine St., Columbia, SC 29205. Mayor Daniel…
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Cason Development Group adds new Development Associate
August 5, 2024
Cason Development Group has added Holly Buxton as a Development Associate. Buxton recently completed her Master’s in Real Estate Development from Clemson University. As a Development Associate, Buxton will play…
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Richland One staff spotlight: District’s new ombudsman serves as an advocate for all students
August 5, 2024
A graduate of Eau Claire High School and a former teacher and school administrator in the district, Basil Harris has returned to Richland One to serve as the ombudsman. It’s…
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Samsung donates $10,000 to Newberry School District for back-to-school classroom supplies
August 5, 2024
Samsung Electronics Home Appliance America (SEHA) continues its partnership with the Newberry County School District by donating $10,000 to help fulfill teachers’ back-to-school wish lists. Samsung’s donation will help teachers…
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Richland One announces 2023-2024 Coaches of the Year
August 5, 2024
Richland One has announced the Middle School and High School Coaches of the Year for the 2023-2024 school year. The announcement was made during the district’s Coaches Convocation on August…
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Angela Norris named assistant principal at Fulmer Middle School
August 5, 2024
At its August 1, 2024, meeting, the Board of Trustees approved the hiring of Angela Norris as assistant principal at Fulmer Middle School. Norris is a familiar face at the…
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Ryan Van Omen named assistant principal at Brookland-Cayce High School
August 5, 2024
A familiar face at Brookland-Cayce High School has been named a new administrator there. Ryan Van Omen has been named an assistant principal at Brookland-Cayce High School. His hiring was…
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COMET to host community meet and greet events with CEO, Maurice Pearl
August 5, 2024
The Central Midlands Regional Transit Authority (The COMET) will host a series of community meetings with their new Executive Director/CEO, Maurice Pearl in partnership with the Richland Library during the…
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S.C. Commerce selects first executive director of the SC NEXUS Tech Hub
August 2, 2024
Accomplished Economic Developer Cristina Paredes to head state’s effort to become a leader in advanced energy The South Carolina Department of Commerce (S.C. Commerce) announced Cristina Paredes will serve as the…
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South Carolinians with disabilities are able to save through Palmetto ABLE®
August 2, 2024
Imagine the challenge of navigating life without savings or investments. Not long ago, this was a reality for millions of Americans living with disabilities. If they saved more than $2,000,…
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City of Cayce announces line-up for the 2024 Cayce Fall Fest
August 2, 2024
The City of Cayce is excited to announce the live music line-up for the 2024 Cayce Fall Fest! The popular live music festival will return to Cayce on October 5, from 12 pm –…
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IMPH launches rural maternal and infant care taskforce
August 2, 2024
Taskforce will develop action plan to improve outcomes for rural SC mothers and infants The South Carolina Institute of Medicine and Public Health (IMPH), an independent, nonprofit organization working to collectively inform…
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Colliers | South Carolina promotes Elizabeth Riley to Director of Marketing for Columbia office
August 2, 2024
Colliers | South Carolina announces the promotion of Elizabeth Riley to Director of Marketing for its Columbia office. “Elizabeth’s promotion recognizes seven years of outstanding contributions to Colliers’ marketing program,”…
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‘Canvass of the People 2025’ to inform SCAC’s next era
August 1, 2024
Public input to guide strategic plan updates, service model South Carolina Arts Commission is gathering public input this summer to guide strategic plan updates and inform a service model that…
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Infinity Marketing earns Best Places to Work Award
August 1, 2024
Infinity Marketing (“Infinity”), a client and results-focused integrated marketing agency established in 1993, is pleased to announce its recognition as one of the Best Places to Work in South Carolina…
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International Ballet hires Adair Kempf as Academy Director
August 1, 2024
International Ballet announces Adair Kempf as the new Academy Director for the 2024-2025 Season. The Academy Director is a brand new full time position created by International Ballet leadership to…
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Spectrum Business and Everpass Media unveil strategic partnership, unlocking access to stream NFL Sunday Ticket and Peacock Sports Pass to more Business customers
August 1, 2024
NFL Sunday Ticket and Peacock Sports Pass Now Available for Spectrum Business® Bars, Restaurants, Hotels and Other Commercial Venues via EverPass Media Spectrum Business Becomes EverPass’ First Official Channel Partner…
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SCDES announces grant application period opens for ‘Champions of the Environment’
August 1, 2024
The South Carolina Department of Environmental Services (SCDES) announces the grant application period for Champions of the Environment is now open. Kindergarten through 12th-grade teachers can now apply for grant…
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Dominion Energy offers energy assistance as summer temperatures linger
August 1, 2024
Dominion Energy is encouraging customers who may be struggling financially to reach out for energy assistance this summer. August is Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) Action Month. A federally funded…
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Central promotes Leslie Maley to Vice President of Power Supply and Planning
August 1, 2024
Central Electric Power Cooperative, Inc. is pleased to announce the promotion of Leslie Maley to Vice President of Power Supply and Planning. Maley brings a wealth of experience and dedication…
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State Museum celebrates “Windows to New Worlds” anniversary with 2-for-1 deal
August 1, 2024
Get up close to sea turtles in an immersive 4D experience and enjoy special planetarium shows. The South Carolina State Museum is celebrating the 10th anniversary of our “Windows to…
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The Honorable Gilda Cobb-Hunter announced as 2024 leadership legacy honoree
August 1, 2024
The Leadership Legacy Award is bestowed annually at the Leading Women Dinner to recognize a woman whose career has made a lasting positive impact on their state. This year’s honoree has blazed…
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Richland Two names new Senior Chief Communications Officer
August 1, 2024
Richland School District Two has named Darci Rush as its new Senior Chief Communications Officer, effective August 1. Rush brings over two decades of broadcast journalism experience and a strong…
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Historic Columbia announces August 2024 events
August 1, 2024
Historic Columbia is excited to announce programming and events for August 2024. See the full list of August events below and be sure to leave room in your calendar to…
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SC Council on Competitiveness welcomes Bunnie Ward as Director of TransformSC
August 1, 2024
The SC Council on Competitiveness (SC Competes) is pleased to announce the appointment of Bunnie Ward as the new Director of TransformSC. Bunnie will lead the initiative to engage business…
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No Damsel In Distress
August 1, 2024
By Tom Poland Late May, I made one last effort to see the rare rocky shoals spider lilies before they play out. Rain and high water had deviled the…
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Town of Port Royal, S.C. Dept. of Veterans Affairs, Global Eco Adventures, other agencies to host Aug. 6 press event
August 1, 2024Multi-agency collaboration will feature living shoreline coastline protection program through ongoing SMART REEF development and oyster restoration program The Town of Port Royal, the S.C. Department of Veterans Affairs (SCDVA),…
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Colliers Dealmakers: Recent purchases, sales, leases and investments in South Carolina
July 31, 2024
Charleston / Columbia / Greenville / Spartanburg, SC – Colliers | South Carolina announced the following recently completed commercial real estate transactions from our offices across the state in Q2…
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Prisma Health launches two retail imaging centers to increase access and affordability of high-quality MRI, CT and X-ray services
July 31, 2024
On Monday, July 29, Prisma Health opened two new imaging centers, one in the Upstate and one in the Midlands, to provide patients and communities with accessible, affordable, high-quality MRI,…
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Court Walsh joins Robinson Gray law firm as a member
July 31, 2024
Courtney Eamon Walsh has joined Robinson Gray law firm as a member. Court Walsh is a litigator whose practice areas include administrative and regulatory law, construction litigation, and insurance. He…
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The City of Columbia and Columbia clean energy companies rejuvenate hydrogen fueling site
July 31, 2024
The City of Columbia has partnered with Columbia-based companies aich2 and ImaGEN to rejuvenate a hydrogen refueling station, marking a significant milestone in the region’s clean energy journey. The rejuvenated…
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Columbia Parks & Recreation invests in the Revitalization of Mays Park
July 31, 2024
The Mays Park Revitalization project reflects input received through an online survey and a community meeting. The survey, released through Survey Monkey on January 12, 2022, garnered 185 responses. Additionally,…
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Richland Library announces new Ethel Bolden Minority Fellows
July 31, 2024
Richland Library Friends and Foundation Welcomes Two New Fellows The Richland Library Friends and Foundation is excited to announce Alejandro Jaramillo of Furman University and Amanda Lockett of the University of…
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Annual Holiday Fair and Kringle Holiday Village Unite at the Greenville Convention Center December 5-7
July 31, 2024
GREENVILLE, SC (July 30, 2024) – Greenville Convention Center and Rotary Club of Greenville today announced the partnership of their respective signature events at a joint press conference. The Greenville…
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