Dawn Staley statue unveiled in Columbia, SC
May 1, 2025
A statue honoring University of South Carolina women’s basketball coach Dawn Staley was unveiled Monday, April 21st, 2025 outside Colonial Life Arena. The bronze statue depicts Staley holding a basketball…
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Dorchester County announces Notary Public Commission enrollment now available at Summerville location
May 1, 2025
Residents of Dorchester County can now conveniently enroll their Notary Public Commission at the Clerk of Court’s Office, Family Court Division, located at 212 Deming Way, Summerville. Residents can continue…
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West Columbia Police Department hosts Lexington County Law Enforcement Memorial Service
May 1, 2025The West Columbia Police Department will host the Lexington County Law Enforcement Memorial Service on May 6, 2025, at 9:30 a.m. at the Marc Westbrook Judicial Center at 205 E.…
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Apple VP, Furman alumna Kristin Huguet Quayle to speak at commencement ceremony
May 1, 2025
Kristin Huguet Quayle ’99, the vice president of worldwide communications at Apple, will be the featured speaker for Furman University’s class of 2025 commencement ceremony on Saturday, May 10, at…
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City of Charleston’s Office of Resilience & Sustainability to host Waterwise Charleston open houses
May 1, 2025
City of Charleston’s Office of Resilience & Sustainability is hosting a series of open houses throughout May to provide residents with crucial information and resources on how water is affecting…
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Picnic for the Parks sets attendance record, raises $55K for 26 Charleston parks
May 1, 2025
A record-breaking crowd gathered at Hampton Park’s Rose Pavilion on Sunday, April 27, 2025, for the Charleston Parks Conservancy’s 4th annual Picnic for the Parks, raising $55,000 to support the…
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Charleston Real Producers honors REALTOR® Terry Haas with inaugural ICON Award
May 1, 2025
Terry Haas, a respected leader in Charleston’s residential real estate industry and co-founder of 32 South Properties, has been named the first-ever recipient of the ICON Award — the highest…
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TRIO announces brand evolution focused on AI, creativity and human connection
May 1, 2025
After nearly 25 years of innovation and industry leadership, Trio Solutions Inc. (TRIO) announces its next evolution: TRIO 4.0, focused on being an AI-powered marketing partner helping brands thrive in…
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Charleston County Waterparks to open for weekends starting May 17
May 1, 2025
The Charleston County Park and Recreation Commission (CCPRC) will open its three waterparks – Splash Island in Mount Pleasant, Splash Zone on James Island, and Whirlin’ Waters in North Charleston…
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City of Columbia Office of Business Opportunities to host 12th Small Business Week Conference
May 1, 2025The City of Columbia’s Office of Business Opportunities is hosting the City of Columbia’s 12th Annual Small Business Week Conference. During this year’s conference we will provide information and resources to…
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AT&T expands fiber internet to over 500,000 locations in South Carolina
May 1, 2025
AT&T has expanded its fiber internet network to more than 500,000 customer locations across South Carolina. The move is part of the company’s ongoing efforts to improve access to high-speed…
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FordHarrison adds associates across numerous offices
May 1, 2025
FordHarrison LLP, one of the country’s largest management-side labor and employment law firms, is pleased to announced that the firm added seven associates to offices throughout the U.S. including Berkeley…
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Columbia celebrates National Bike Month this May
May 1, 2025
The City of Columbia is inviting residents to take part in National Bike Month this May. In partnership with the League of American Bicyclists, the city is promoting cycling as…
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Capt. Mose Rogers & The S.S. Savannah
May 1, 2025
By Tom Poland I visit cemeteries never knowing what I’ll find. February 10, a cemetery gave me a story that has the elements of a great movie—risk, bravery, tragedy, the…
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Charleston Southern offers support to Limestone, St. Andrews students
May 1, 2025
In the wake of recent closure announcements from Limestone University and St. Andrews University, Charleston Southern University is stepping forward with a plan that offers impacted students a clear, streamlined…
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The Rock It! Co. unveils new website for Tridion Environmental
May 1, 2025
A leading provider of premium environmental management services has rolled out a dynamic new website designed by The Rock It! Co. With an unwavering commitment to environmental preservation, sustainable practices,…
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Blackbaud promotes Chad Anderson to Chief Financial Officer
May 1, 2025
Blackbaud, the leading provider of software for powering social impact, announced the promotion of Chad Anderson to executive vice president and chief financial officer (CFO). Anderson will oversee the company’s financial…
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Alaric Van Dam, M.D. joins Midlands Orthopaedics & Neurosurgery, PA
May 1, 2025
Midlands Orthopaedics & Neurosurgery, PA announced the addition of Dr. Alaric Van Dam to the team as of May 1st, 2025. Dr. Van Dam joins Midlands Orthopaedics & Neurosurgery, PA…
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Do it right the first time
May 1, 2025
One time when I was up in Maryland, I bought a big bag of frozen blueberries. Now this was a big bag. I felt along the top when I was first opening…
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Touch-A-Truck returns to Soda City on May 17
April 30, 2025The City of Columbia’s third annual Touch-A-Truck event is set to take place on Saturday, May 17, 2025, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the 1700 block of Main…
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Mindful Steps Walk to raise mental health awareness – May 3
April 30, 2025The City of Columbia’s Office of Neighborhood Safety and Engagement is teaming up with Girl Get Up Society to host the Annual Mindful Steps Walk on Saturday, May 3, 2025,…
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Downtown Lexington steakhouse to open this May
April 30, 2025
Ember Lexington promises unforgettable flavors and an unmatched dining experience Residents of Lexington will soon experience an elevated dining occasion showcasing expertly aged, hand-cut steaks, sustainably sourced seafood, and housemade…
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PalmettoPride to launch SC Sweep campaign from April 25 to May 4
April 30, 2025
The statewide campaign is meant to encourage SC residents to pick up litter and keep South Carolina beautiful PalmettoPride, South Carolina’s anti-litter organization, is launching its new SC Sweep campaign. The statewide…
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Rebuild Upstate honors volunteers during National Volunteer Appreciation Week
April 30, 2025
Rebuild Upstate, a local home repair nonprofit, recognized volunteers, donors, and partners at the Because of You BBQ, held during National Volunteer Appreciation Week. “Volunteers are essential to our mission;…
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McCrory wins Design-Build Excellence Award for E.A. Sween project in Greenwood County
April 30, 2025
McCrory Construction, South Carolina’s oldest general contractor, won the Design-Build Excellence Award in the Industrial category in the 25th Annual Project/Team Awards competition sponsored by the Design-Build Institute of America’s…
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IMPH releases action plan to improve health outcomes for moms and babies in rural SC through improved access to care
April 30, 2025
The plan includes recommendations to improve maternal and infant health in South Carolina The South Carolina Institute of Medicine and Public Health (IMPH), a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization working to collectively inform…
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Why Isn’t the 7th Amendment Protected as Aggressively as the 2nd Amendment?
April 30, 2025The 7th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution promises the right to a jury trial in civil cases, which guarantees that civil disputes are resolved by a group of peers rather…
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Laurens County Chamber of Commerce Launches “Shop Local Laurens County” Campaign to Boost Community Support for Small Businesses
April 30, 2025
The Laurens County Chamber of Commerce has officially launched “Shop Local Laurens County,” a dynamic new campaign designed to encourage residents and visitors to support the small businesses that serve as the…
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Don’t Miss the Final Saturday of Spring Festival at LushAcres Farm!
April 30, 2025
The 2025 Spring Festival at LushAcres Farm wraps up this Saturday, May 3, and if last weekend was any indication, it’s an event your family won’t want to miss. Despite…
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Garden Song Returns to the Ferguson Meditation Garden in Full Bloom
April 30, 2025
After a five-year hiatus, the cherished Garden Song event returned in full bloom on Sunday, April 27, 2025, bringing music, beauty, and community spirit back to the James Grier and…
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Hoyt Hanvey Jewelers Reopens in Renovated Downtown Space on the Square
April 30, 2025
Returning to its original Musgrove Street location, Clinton jeweler unveils refreshed showroom following 2024 downtown fire After nearly a year of perseverance, renovation, and community support, Hoyt Hanvey Jewelers has…
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Hill Institute at Furman to host next-gen tech forum about cobots
April 30, 2025
Furman University will host a breakfast and panel discussion about next-generation, collaborative robot (cobot) technology Thursday, May 8, 7:30-10 a.m. at Greenville ONE Center downtown. The event is free and…
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City, County leaders to kick off National Small Business Week
April 30, 2025
The City of Columbia is teaming up with Richland County, the Columbia Chamber of Commerce, and the Small Business Administration (SBA) to launch National Small Business Week 2025. Community members…
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The Mills House, Curio Collection by Hilton appoints new director of sales & marketing in Charleston
April 30, 2025
Charleston’s beloved pink landmark, The Mills House, Curio Collection by Hilton announced the appointment of Madeline Ravenna-Kavanagh as its new director of sales and marketing. A seasoned hospitality leader, Ravenna-Kavanagh…
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McDaniel listed among Influential Women of Law honorees
April 30, 2025
Burnette Shutt & McDaniel co-founder Kathleeen McDaniel is among this year’s recipients of South Carolina Lawyers Weekly’s “Influential Women of Law” award. The annual program recognizes attorneys for their service…
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Original Six Foundation to distribute over 35,000 books to SC kindergarten students in rural & under-resourced communities
April 30, 2025
Throughout the month of May, the Original Six (O6) Foundation will distribute over 35,000 books to a record 44 public schools located in rural and under-resourced communities. For the first…
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Lima One Capital hires Greg Larsen as Senior Director of Underwriting
April 30, 2025
Lima One Capital, the nation’s premier lender for real estate investors, has hired mortgage credit industry leader Greg Larsen as its new Senior Director of Underwriting. Larsen will lead Lima…
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Hop Over to the Laurens Library May 5 for a Fun Take-Home Frog Craft
April 30, 2025
Get ready for some “ribbiting” fun at the Laurens Library! On Monday, May 5, children are invited to stop by anytime during the day to pick up this month’s Kids…
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Laurens County Community Foundation Names William Ferguson as Their New Chairman of the Board
April 30, 2025
The Laurens County Community Foundation (LCCF) is pleased to announce that its Board of Directors has elected William Ferguson as their new Chairman of the Board. Mr. Ferguson has served…
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Mental and Emotional Refreshment
April 30, 2025
We already know how to physically refresh ourselves By W. Thomas Smith Jr. In a conversation this morning with Chris Carter, my good friend of many years, he asked the…
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City partners host networking event for mental health and youth support professionals
April 30, 2025The City of Columbia’s Office of Neighborhood Safety and Engagement is teaming up with The G.R.I.T. Project to host a community networking event aimed at professionals working in mental health,…
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Colliers Report: Columbia Industrial Market Q1 2025
April 30, 2025
Colliers | South Carolina Market Report Economic uncertainty slows leasing as manufacturing grows Market Highlights Broad trade uncertainty caused industrial leasing to stall in Q1 as many occupiers paused to…
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Greenville Tech Breaks Ground on Center for Welding and Automation Excellence at Brashier Campus
April 30, 2025
Senator Lindsey Graham joined Greenville Technical College faculty, staff, and students, Area Commission members, community leaders, and college partners on Monday in breaking ground for the Center for Welding and…
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Bodyworks Technologies celebrates grand opening in Columbia
April 30, 2025Bodyworks Technologies, LLC will celebrate its grand opening on Friday, May 2, at 11:00 a.m. at 919 True Street, Suite E-4, in Columbia. The event is hosted by the City…
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Community Invited to National Day of Prayer Gathering in Downtown Clinton
April 30, 2025
On Thursday, May 1, members of the Clinton community are invited to gather for a special National Day of Prayer event on the historic Depot/Square in downtown Clinton. The prayer…
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Deadline Quickly Approaching for REAL ID Compliance — Are You Ready?
April 30, 2025
Time is running out for South Carolina residents to ensure they are compliant with federal REAL ID requirements. The deadline to have a REAL ID for boarding domestic flights and…
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Laurens District 55 High School Class of 1975 Plans 50th Reunion Celebration
April 30, 2025
The Laurens District 55 High School Class of 1975 is marking a major milestone this fall — their 50th reunion. Members of the class are invited to gather for an…
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Piedmont Technical College’s Emergency Driving Simulator is a ‘Great Tool’ for Safely Training Law Enforcement Officers, Firefighters and other First Responders
April 30, 2025
Responding to a reported shooting at a hospital, Greenwood County Sheriff Dennis Kelly switched on the siren and accelerated. Avoiding a bus, a bicyclist, a pedestrian and a fire truck,…
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Iconic Kiawah destination celebrates two decades of community charm
April 29, 2025
Freshfields Village marks the milestone with 20 free concerts this summer Freshfields Village, the premier open-air shopping and dining destination just 30 minutes from downtown Charleston, is celebrating 20 years…
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Junior Achievement of Greater South Carolina launches JA Biztown Mobile® to help students gain better understanding of careers in South Carolina
April 29, 2025
Immersive Program Designed to Increase Career Exploration and Financial Literacy of Elementary School Students Junior Achievement of Greater South Carolina announces the launch of JA BizTown Mobile®. This program is…
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