Ferrara Candy Company selects Orangeburg County for first South Carolina operation
April 22, 2026
Ferrara Candy Company (Ferrara), a leading sugar confectioner in the United States, Brazil and Europe, announced plans to establish its first South Carolina operation in Orangeburg County. The company’s $675…
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Hospitality Day celebrates the people and places that fuel SC’s $31B tourism industry
April 22, 2026
2026 SC Hospitality Employee of the Year and State Park Rangers of the Year Recognized As the U.S. prepares to celebrate National Travel & Tourism Week May 3-9, industry leaders…
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Cohn Construction completes Macie & Milo’s Brew Pup in Lexington
April 22, 2026
Cohn Construction has completed Macie & Milo’s Brew Pup, a new 4.32-acre venue that combines an off-leash dog park with a sports bar experience. Designed and built to foster community…
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Will Johnson named 2026 Best Lawyers® ‘Lawyer of the Year’ for Business Organizations in Columbia, South Carolina
April 22, 2026
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. announced that Best Lawyers has named shareholder Will Johnson “Lawyer of the Year” for Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships) in Columbia for 2026. The “Lawyer…
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The Transistor Made History
April 21, 2026
By Tom Poland Cell phones are a big deal but to some of us the transistor was an even bigger deal. I was disobeying my parents staying up late…
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100 Women Who Care Midlands SC Donates over $7,000 to Autism Society
April 21, 2026
Clark 100 Women Who Care Midlands SC 803-240-6649 [email protected] FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 100 Women Who Care Midlands SC Donates over $7,000 to Autism Society 100 Women Who Care Midlands SC…
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Three Callison Tighe & Robinson attorneys listed in Super Lawyers
April 21, 2026
Rick Detwiler, Demetri “Jim” Koutrakos, and Harry Dixon are honored in the latest “Super Lawyers,” a national guide that identifies outstanding attorneys across the country, and its related directory of…
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Colliers facilitates sale of The Berkeley Building in Center Point Office Park
April 21, 2026
Henry Roe and Allen Wilkerson, SIOR, CCIM of Colliers | South Carolina represented 200 Center Point LLC in the sale of the Berkeley Building to Lexington Health LLC. The 76,596-square-foot…
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Fire Services Committee meeting agenda
April 21, 2026
April 22, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. 2020 Hampton Street, 4th Floor Conference Room, Columbia, South Carolina 29204 Call to Order Invocation Introduction of Members Mission of the Fire Services Committee…
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Richland One’s Summer SOAR program named finalist for WhatWorksSC award
April 21, 2026
Richland One’s Summer SOAR program has been named one of two finalists for the 2026 Dick and Tunky Riley WhatWorksSC Award, presented by The Riley Institution at Furman University. The…
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Columbia streams art showcases local artists at former Sylvan’s Jewelry building
April 21, 2026
Twelve local artists were awarded micro-grants in fall 2025, and six completed creations will exhibit on Main Street beginning April 23, 2026 The City of Columbia’s Columbia Streams Art program is thrilled…
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Fairfield County Economic Development announces acquisition of remaining property for Peach Road industrial site
April 21, 2026
Fairfield County Economic Development announced the acquisition of the remaining property needed to fully assemble the Peach Road Industrial Site, a master-planned industrial park positioned to support long-term economic growth,…
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Lexington Two spring career expo is May 5
April 21, 2026
Register today for Lexington School District Two’s Spring Career Expo, set for Tuesday, May 5. The district has a variety of career opportunities for the current and upcoming 2026-2027 school year, among them:…
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City of Columbia extends partnership with Instacart for third year of Grocery Access Pilot (GAP) program
April 21, 2026
Instacart’s technology connects families in food deserts with online grocery delivery and monthly funds to spend on produce City of Columbia, South Carolina, Mayor Daniel Rickenmann and Instacart, the leading…
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First Citizens appoints new Executive Vice President for its South Region
April 21, 2026
Career banker, Holt Chetwood from Columbia, takes on expanded leadership role First Citizens Bank, a top 20 U.S. super regional, has named Holt Chetwood as Regional Executive Vice President in an…
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Award-winning Devine Cinnamon Roll Deli announces Lexington, SC expansion
April 21, 2026
The Devine Cinnamon Roll Deli, a nationally celebrated and award-winning concept born in Columbia, South Carolina, is bringing its iconic cinnamon rolls and elevated comfort menu to Lexington. The new…
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Irmo Town Council Meeting – Tues., April 21, 2026 @ 6:00 pm
April 21, 2026
The Irmo Town Council will hold a meeting on Tuesday, April 21, 2026 TIME: 6:00 p.m. LOCATION: The Municipal Building (behind Irmo Town Hall) 7300 Woodrow Street Irmo, South Carolina 29063 VIEW…
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Dominion Energy to begin performing tree trimming activities as scheduled for 2026
April 21, 2026
Dominion Energy will begin performing tree trimming activities along overhead utility lines in the following neighborhoods on Monday, April 20, 2026, at 7:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Distribution Line Tree Trimming:…
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Brittons 30th anniversary celebration
April 21, 2026
WHO: Councilman Will Brennan, City of Columbia Office of Business Opportunities, and Owner Stacy Levinson WHAT: Brittons is hosting a press conference in honor of its 30th Anniversary celebration on Saturday, April 25, 2026 at…
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City of Columbia Homeless Services Department to hold Shine for Shelter car wash fundraiser for Rapid Shelter Columbia
April 21, 2026
Who: City of Columbia Homeless Services Department and United Way of the Midlands What: The City of Columbia Homeless Services department is partnering with United Way of the Midlands to host Shine…
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Beck’s Nails and Spa grand opening
April 21, 2026
WHO: Councilman Tyler D. Bailey, City of Columbia Economic Development, and Owner Bekah Kayy. WHAT: The City of Columbia’s Office of Economic Development will be hosting a ribbon cutting for Beck’s Nails and…
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City of Columbia Police Department to host peace walk to promote unity and community safety
April 21, 2026
The City of Columbia Police Department will host a “Peace Walk for a Safer Community” on Saturday, April 25, 2026, inviting residents to come together in support of unity, understanding,…
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Midlands Technical College offers condensed automotive technology program for Scout Motors employees
April 20, 2026
Midlands Technical College (MTC) is offering a new condensed automotive technology program for Scout Motors employees. Instruction began February 23, 2026, at the EV manufacturer’s new Blythewood training facility, which…
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Take Back Day: Safe medication disposal protects South Carolina families
April 20, 2026
National Prescription Drug Take Back Day will take place on April 25 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., offering South Carolinians a safe, convenient and anonymous way to dispose of…
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M. B. Kahn breaks ground on headquarters expansion
April 20, 2026
M. B. Kahn, one of the Southeast’s leading construction firms, officially broke ground in April on a significant office addition and renovation at its corporate headquarters off Farrow Road. The…
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Learn all about the legendary ‘Flying Tigers’
April 20, 2026
What do you know about the Flying Tigers? If you’re like many people, your answer is likely, “Not much.” Here’s a chance to do something about that. The Flying Tigers…
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Scout Motors and readySC open new training center in Blythewood
April 20, 2026The $25 million facility on the site of Scout Motors’ Production Center marks a major investment in South Carolina’s workforce and the future of American manufacturing …
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Palmetto Citizens Foundation launches Teacher Grant Program to support local classrooms
April 20, 2026
Nearly 90 years after being founded by teachers, Palmetto Citizens Federal Credit Union is giving back to the classroom in a meaningful new way. The Palmetto Citizens Foundation, which was…
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New friends at Riverbanks Zoo and Garden
April 20, 2026
Cotton-Top Tamarins Find a New Home at Riverbanks Conservation Outpost Riverbanks Zoo and Garden has welcomed a new pair of cotton-top tamarins, Pepita and Caqueta, to the Riverbanks Conservation Outpost…
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Alto Ember LLC Launches in the Upstate with a Different Kind of Marketing Agency and New Website
April 20, 2026
An Upstate agency for organizations tired of shortcuts and ready for standards, built on Harmony + Heat by Amber and Robby Berthume. Alto Ember LLC, a marketing agency shaped by…
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Town of Irmo renames Irmo Town Park to honor longtime public services director Whitt Cline
April 16, 2026
The Town of Irmo is proud to announce the official renaming of the Irmo Town Park to the Whitt Cline Community Park. This change, formalized by the unanimous adoption of Resolution No. 26-04 on March…
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Richland One released from state’s fiscal caution designation
April 16, 2026
State Superintendent of Education Ellen Weaver notified Richland One leaders on April 14, 2026 that the district has been released from its fiscal caution designation. On August 2, 2024, the…
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Trinity Partners secures IMEG Consultants at 1331 Elmwood Avenue in Columbia, SC
April 16, 2026
Trinity Partners has successfully finalized the lease extension of IMEG Consultants Corp, successor in interest to Buford Goff & Associates. IMEG Consultants leases approximately 10,900 square feet at 1331 Elmwood…
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Eagle Aviation ranked among top 5% of aviation service providers in the Americas
April 16, 2026
Top-tier recognition in the 2026 AIN FBO Survey for service to private aviation at Columbia Metropolitan Airport Eagle Aviation at Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) has been recognized among the top…
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Free outdoor concert series coming to Columbia as Koger Center launches Levitt AMP music series
April 16, 2026
The Koger Center for the Arts has set the headliners for the first Levitt AMP Columbia Music Series, a series of free outdoor concerts sponsored in part by the LevittFoundation. The concerts will…
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Showing compassion
April 16, 2026
By Jeff Becraft Two weeks ago, I had eye surgery… and most would consider it minor. Well, I think minor is a key you play on a piano. If…
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SC Technical College System signs statewide transfer agreement with WGU
April 16, 2026
Graduates of the SC Technical College System’s 16 colleges can more easily transfer their academic credits to accredited online Western Governors University (WGU), thanks to a new partnership agreement signed…
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Columbia College president Dr. John H. Dozier honored with Health Equity Circle of Champions Award
April 16, 2026
Recognition highlights leadership in advancing health access, education, and community partnerships across the Midlands Columbia College President John H. Dozier has been named a recipient of the Health Equity Circle…
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Irmo Town Limits Free Concert Series
April 16, 2026
The Irmo Town Limits Free Concert Series is coming to Moore Park! Join us for three Friday nights of live music, community spirit, and local eats. Best of all? Admittance is…
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Public information meeting for Main Street Vista District connector project
April 16, 2026
Who: The City of Columbia and the South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) What: The City of Columbia and the South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) proposes to improve pedestrian and motorist…
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USC’s nursing and education graduate programs rank best in SC
April 16, 2026
USC’s College of Nursing master’s degree program moved up five spots to No. 18 nationally and is the top program in South Carolina, according to the 2026 Best Graduate School rankings…
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USC Next projects receive state approval
April 16, 2026
The legislature’s Joint Bond Review Committee and the S.C. State Fiscal Accountability Authority approved several key projects across the USC system, reflecting continued confidence in USC’s careful, long-term planning under its USC…
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Senate Finance budget invests in USC, higher ed statewide
April 16, 2026
The S.C. Senate Finance Committee (SFC), chaired by Sen. Harvey Peeler, has advanced its budget recommendations with support of Sen. Ronnie Cromer’s (Pharmacy ’73) Higher Education Subcommittee — marking the next important step in…
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Ellison Kibler advisors named to the Forbes America’s Top Wealth Advisors, Best-in-State Wealth Advisors 2026 lists
April 15, 2026Several Ellison Kibler financial advisors were recognized on the Forbes “America’s Top Wealth Advisors” 2026 list (Published on April 7, 2026. Rankings based on data as of June 30, 2025.)*…
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Goodwyn Mills Cawood names new regional vice president in South Carolina
April 15, 2026
Tripp Barrineau was recently appointed to the role of regional vice president of South Carolina for local architecture and engineering firm Goodwyn Mills Cawood (GMC). Barrineau steps into the role…
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Peach Blossom Lit
April 15, 2026
By Tom Poland Come March, my thoughts turn to peach blossoms and memories of family fruit trees. One tree from youth stands above others. From my deep well of…
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SCRA named in prestigious global ranking
April 15, 2026
South Carolina Research Authority’s investment affiliate, SC Launch Inc., was named to Pitchbook’s Global League Table Awards for accelerating business growth and bringing life-saving innovation to the market SC Launch Inc.,…
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Talented and Gifted Academy celebrates first anniversary with major literacy partnership and statewide book launch
April 14, 2026
In just one year, Talented and Gifted Academy (TAG Academy) has gone from vision to vibrant reality—reshaping early childhood education in the Midlands through a bold focus on literacy, individualized…
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Trinity Partners cross-office collaboration completes sale of office building in Columbia, SC
April 14, 2026
Trinity Partners announced the successful sale of 215 Stoneridge Drive in Columbia, South Carolina. The 6,716 square foot office building was purchased utilizing a 1031 exchange for $1,262,000. The transaction…
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Junior League of Columbia to host 2nd annual pickleball tournament supporting community impact
April 14, 2026
The Junior League of Columbia (JLC) invites the community to grab their paddles and join in for its 2nd Annual Pickleball Tournament, presented by ProMotion Rehab and Sports Medicine, taking…
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