Experience Columbia SC launches first history tourism trail
April 27, 2021
Reconstructed: A Journey Through the Reconstruction Era Trail Offers New Perspective Experience Columbia SC launched the destination’s first history-centered tourism trail. Reconstructed: A Journey Through the Reconstruction Era in Columbia,…
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Humimic Medical, partners team up to make a difference in South Carolina COVID battle
April 27, 2021
It was not long ago when we all witnessed demand for critical Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) far outstripping supply on the front lines of the COVID-19 battle. While this story…
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Cohn Corporation partners with the University of South Carolina Development Foundation to build new indoor tennis facility
April 27, 2021The development team at Cohn Corporation has partnered with the University of South Carolina Development Foundation to build a new state of the art indoor tennis facility. The indoor collegiate…
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CARTER REALTORS announces Margaret-Ann Ashburn receives Homesnap Award
April 27, 2021
Margaret-Ann Ashburn, a real estate broker with CARTER REALTORS, has been awarded Homesnap’s Excellence in Client Service Award for 2020. The award is presented to those truly stand-out real estate…
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Southern First reports results for first quarter 2021
April 27, 2021
Southern First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: SFST), holding company for Southern First Bank, announced its financial results for the three-month period ended March 31, 2021. “We are off to a strong…
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Frothy Beard Brewing Company expands to Summerville
April 27, 2021
Frothy Beard Brewing Company is expanding its universe as it opens a new brewery and taproom in historic downtown Summerville. The new venue—the Lowcountry brewer’s second location in the Charleston…
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Jolene Madison named president of the SC School for the Deaf and the Blind
April 27, 2021
Jolene Madison has been named president of the SC School for the Deaf and the Blind (SCSDB). She brings 25 years’ experience in special education to the position and has…
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Communities in Schools of the Midlands Oyster Roast April 2021 – Photo Gallery
April 27, 2021The Communities in Schools of the Midlands Annual Oyster Roast, presented by Dominion Energy, was held on April 10, 2021 at The Hall at Senate’s End in Columbia, SC. This…
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The Cassina Group celebrates 15th anniversary
April 27, 2021
Innovation-driven real estate firm, The Cassina Group, is celebrating its 15th anniversary. The cutting-edge company was founded in 2006 by business partners Robertson Allen and Jimmy Dye and has quickly…
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Kerry Pannell named new provost at Presbyterian College
April 27, 2021
Presbyterian College announced this week that Dr. Kerry Pannell will join the College’s administration as its new provost and vice president for academic affairs. “We are thrilled and fortunate to…
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SCRA invests in Land Intelligence, Inc.
April 27, 2021
South Carolina Research Authority (SCRA) announces its affiliate, SC Launch, Inc.’s, second investment of $200,000 in Land Intelligence, Inc. The Columbia-based startup is a technology- enabled business offering software solutions…
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Colliers Report: Increasing construction prices hinder pipeline
April 27, 2021
2021 Q1 Industrial Greenville-Spartanburg Report Key Takeaways: Overall absorption was 3.2 million square feet during the first quarter of 2021 Market rents must increase for new construction…
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Lincoln Stewart joins Countybank as Commercial Relationship Manager
April 27, 2021
Countybank welcomed Lincoln Stewart as Commercial Relationship Manager in Greer. Stewart comes to Countybank with commercial banking and credit underwriting experience. In his role as Commercial Relationship Manager, Stewart will…
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Regional Finance raises more than $100,000 in support of the American Heart Association Upstate Heart Walk
April 27, 2021
Regional Finance, a subsidiary of Regional Management Corp., raised $115,000 in support of the American Heart Association (AHA) Upstate Heart Walk through its community outreach program, Regional Reach. The company…
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Palmetto Brothers Dispensary Opens to Large Crowds of Enthusiastic Patrons
April 26, 2021
Palmetto Brothers Dispensary was a hit with the locals this weekend for the Sip & Stroll event in downtown Laurens. “The outpouring of support and love we felt from the…
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An Inside Look at the New QT Remote Travel Center in Clinton
April 26, 2021
On Thursday, April 29th the QT off Interstate 26 at Exit 54 will open for business. Different from many of the other QT stations you might be familiar with, the…
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Bosch Community Fund supports STEM in Charleston County School District classrooms
April 26, 2021
The COVID-19 pandemic created multiple challenges for educators, including how to provide hands-on, interactive lessons and opportunities in the classroom. Charleston County School District’s (CCSD) new Science Instructional Specialist Deborah Batzer…
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City implements “Spring Forward Amnesty Program”
April 26, 2021The City of Columbia Municipal Court will be implementing a “Spring Forward Amnesty Program” every Friday in May. This program will allow citizens with outstanding bench warrants and other penalties…
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Clinton baseball headed to playoffs
April 26, 2021
It’s a good baseball season in Laurens County. Clinton has clinched a Class 3A spot and has a fighting shot at the Region 3 title. Laurens is battling for a…
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Richland Library plans for upcoming outdoor programs
April 26, 2021
As Richland Library continues to thoughtfully and intentionally expand services, we’re beginning to pilot outdoor programs at our locations and in the community. The Farmers Market is back to offer…
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Support 480 local nonprofits on Midlands Gives Day, May 4 hosted by Central Carolina Community Foundation
April 26, 2021
Central Carolina Community Foundation is rallying the community to support 480 local nonprofits on Midlands Gives Day. In 2020, the day of giving raised a record-breaking $3.3 million, and in…
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NAI Columbia and NAI Earle Furman represented the seller in the $1.31M sale of 379 acres in Florence, South Carolina
April 26, 2021
NAI Columbia’s Tom Milliken, Tombo Milliken and Nelson Weston, III, along with NAI Earle Furman’s Rusty Hamrick, represented the seller in the $1.31 million sale of 379 acres of land…
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Start Off Strong: Hyatt Park Elementary 4K and 5K enrollment event
April 26, 2021
Start Off Strong Event Aims to Increase Kindergarten Enrollment Richland First Steps partners with Prisma Health and United Way of the Midlands to enroll children in 4K and 5K at…
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Harmony Christian Community nears fundraising milestone
April 26, 2021
Despite the COVID pandemic, Harmony Christian Community announced it has raised $97,500 toward its first fundraising milestone of $100,000, and the board has secured $22,500 in matching gifts for the…
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Palmetto State Exteriors names operations manager
April 26, 2021
Kevin Kirkland has been named operations manager of Palmetto State Exteriors, LLC, which provides a variety of specialty coatings, waterproofing, exterior cleaning and roof refurbishment for commercial and residential projects…
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Santee Cooper Board approves rates and terms for broadband initiative
April 26, 2021
The Santee Cooper Board of Directors has approved rates and authorized execution of terms to help broadband providers more quickly build out retail service to unserved areas of South Carolina…
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Celebrate El día de los niños, el día de los libros with Richland Library
April 26, 2021
Richland Library is focusing on families, literacy and entertainment to recognize the annual celebration of El día de los niños, el día de los libros (Children’s Day/Book Day). Join us…
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New Local Real Estate Company 864 Realty LLC
April 26, 2021
We are so excited to announce that we have Opened a BRAND NEW Real Estate Company in our home town of Clinton SC- LAURENS COUNTY! ! Having branches doesn’t make…
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Marketing Minute Video: Communicating Your Expertise
April 26, 2021
Marketing Minute with Catherine Dingler, NP Strategy Whether you’re an entrepreneur working hard to build your brand or a business owner with tough competition, mastering your work won’t help…
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Greenville Technical College board votes to extend tuition freeze
April 26, 2021
The Greenville Technical College Area Commission has voted to extend a tuition freeze through the end of this year. The board took this action to keep education affordable during the…
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New VP of enrollment and marketing chosen for CSU
April 26, 2021
After a nationwide search this spring, Charleston Southern University announced Dr. Anthony Turner as its new vice president of enrollment and marketing. “The Lord has answered our prayers in sending…
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MUSC names Anahita Modaresi director of Corporate and Foundation Relations
April 26, 2021
Kate Azizi, vice president for Institutional Advancement for the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC), announced that Anahita Modaresi has been named the first MUSC director of Corporate and Foundation…
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Jennifer Clark Evins stepping down as President and CEO of Chapman Cultural Center
April 26, 2021
Chapman Cultural Center is proud of the immense success that the arts and cultural community has enjoyed under the leadership of President and CEO, Jennifer Clark Evins. Beginning June 21st,…
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Tacos ‘n Tequila Fiesta releases list of restaurants and bartenders
April 26, 2021
The highly anticipated fiesta has announced the restaurants that will be responsible for satiating your tastebuds on May 2nd. Local bartenders and chefs will go head-to-head in a battle for…
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Jarrod Brooks named Vice President of Development for 9Round Franchising
April 26, 2021
9Round Franchising, LLC, announced Jarrod Brooks as Vice President of Development. Bringing over 20 years of franchising experience to the position, Brooks will develop and execute 9Round’s aggressive strategic initiatives…
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African American Male Scholars Initiative recognizes student achievement
April 26, 2021The African American Male Scholars Initiative at Greenville Technical College celebrated achievements of the group’s members in an outdoor awards presentation on April 21. Among the awards presented were 14…
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Colliers Report: Charleston speculative construction is underway
April 26, 2021
Charleston speculative construction is underway Key Takeaways: Despite new deliveries over the past year, the Charleston market posted positive absorption this quarter There are 2.1 million square feet delivering this…
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Charleston Water System and Kimberly-Clark reach first ever agreement for Cottonelle® flushable wipes to meet national municipal flushability standard
April 26, 2021
Pursuant to a legally binding agreement reached between the Charleston Water System (CWS) and the Kimberly-Clark Corporation, both parties have agreed that Cottonelle® flushable wipes currently meet a modified version…
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COVID-19 Vaccines offered this Thursday and Friday at Presbyterian College School of Pharmacy
April 26, 2021
After a thorough review of potential side effects related to the Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine, the FDA and CDC have lifted the pause and providers can now resume administering…
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Sheriff Leon Lott honored by the Town of Blythewood
April 26, 2021
Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott (pictured) was honored by the Town of Blythewood at the 11th annual Blythewood Rodeo, Sat., Apr. 24. The Sheriff received a Town Resolution congratulating him…
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County Council to Meet for Regularly Scheduled Meeting – April 27th
April 26, 2021
Laurens County Council to meet for a regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, April 27th at 5:30 pm. The meeting will take place at the historic courthouse on the square in…
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Capitol Theatre Now Showing Mortal Kombat (R)
April 25, 2021
The Capitol Theatre is now showing Mortal Kombat. About the movie: Hunted by the fearsome warrior Sub-Zero, MMA fighter Cole Young finds sanctuary at the temple of Lord Raiden. Training…
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Columbia Design League host fundraiser honoring the Kentucky Derby
April 23, 2021Derby by Design takes over Boyd Plaza on May 1 Columbia Museum of Art affinity group the Columbia Design League (CDL) hosts its first in-person event since the beginning of…
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Senior RCSD officers join POWERPLANTSC for statewide event at Governor’s Mansion
April 23, 2021By W. Thomas Smith Jr. A top-level contingent from the Richland County Sheriff’s Department joined POWERPLANTSC officials and Governor Henry McMaster for the kickoff to a statewide tree-planting iniative, Thurs.,…
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Dr. Tiffany N. Richardson elected Secretary of the NSBA Council of School Attorneys
April 23, 2021
The National School Boards Association (NSBA) Council of School Attorneys (COSA), the national network of attorneys representing K-12 public school districts, announces its newly elected leaders and directors, including South…
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Reedy Reels Film Festival to return this June
April 23, 2021
This Reedy Reels Film Festival will be returning to Greenville this summer with plenty of adjustments to make the festival unlike it’s ever been seen before. This year’s festival will…
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Attorney General Wilson announces State receives $84.3 million in tobacco settlement funds
April 23, 2021
South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson announced that the State secured $84,349,251.83 in its share of the annual tobacco Master Settlement Agreement (“MSA”) Payment. In 1998, the Attorney General’s Office…
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Milliken & Company publishes third annual corporate sustainability report
April 23, 2021
Global manufacturer Milliken & Company released its third annual corporate sustainability report, entitled Together for Tomorrow. This report, which analyzes Milliken’s performance through the lens of its holistic sustainability efforts,…
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Laurens District 55 High School Robotics Program to Hold STEM Camp
April 22, 2021
The robotics program at Laurens District 55 High School will attempt to hold our annual STEM camp this summer in person. Camp will run from 8:30a-5:00p Monday, July 12th through…
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Central Carolina Community Foundation grants $315,148 to 11 South Carolina nonprofits to launch innovative projects
April 22, 2021
Seventh year of the Connected Communities grants fund projects to improve the community’s quality of life and livability Central Carolina Community Foundation, the Midlands’ local center for philanthropy, has awarded…
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