Mashburn Construction hires six in Columbia and Charleston
August 8, 2024
Mashburn Construction announced the recent hires of six new team members within two of their four offices. Emily Amick joins Mashburn as a Project Manager with over ten years of experience…
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West Columbia Municipal Court rescheduled due to Tropical Storm Debby
August 8, 2024
All West Columbia Municipal Court cases scheduled for Thursday, August 8, 2024, at West Columbia City Hall, 200 N. 12th Street, West Columbia, SC 29169, have been rescheduled for Tuesday, September…
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City of West Columbia Tropical Storm Debby inclement weather information #4: closures, sanitation, market, and court
August 8, 2024
The City of West Columbia has issued the following closures, schedule changes, and postponements due to inclement weather from Tropical Storm Debby: City Hall City Hall will be closed on…
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State Museum closed Thursday due to inclement weather
August 8, 2024
Due to inclement weather, the South Carolina State Museum will be closed on Thursday, August 8th to ensure the safety of our campers, visitors, and staff. We will be monitoring…
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Richland County government offices closed to the public Thursday, Aug. 8 amid the uncertainty of Tropical Storm Debby
August 7, 2024
Because of the forecasted increase in inclement weather from Tropical Storm Debby and the uncertain impacts in Richland County, the County will be closed to the public on Thursday, Aug.…
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City of Cayce Closing on Thursday, August 8
August 7, 2024Due to the inclement weather from Tropical Storm Debby, Cayce City Hall will be closed on Thursday, August 8. If you have an emergency, please call 911. The non-emergency number…
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The M&A Source recognizes Columbia M&A Advisor David Yezbak
August 7, 2024
The M&A Source has awarded David Yezbak, President of Apogee Equity Partners, with the Gold Club Award for outstanding performance in 2023 as a part of its annual Member Awards…
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Dominion Energy crews work around the clock as Tropical Storm Debby crawls across South Carolina
August 7, 2024
Coastal Counties are Hardest Hit by Storm Tropical Storm Debby continued to cause outages in South Carolina – primarily along the coast – where saturated soil, falling trees and gusty…
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South Carolina ETV and Public Radio wins six awards from the South Carolina Broadcasters Association
August 7, 2024
South Carolina ETV and Public Radio (SCETV) has been recognized with six prestigious South Carolina Broadcasters Association (SCBA) State Television and Radio (STAR) Awards. The announcement was made during the…
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SC Afterschool Alliance offering free help to SC students to complete FAFSA Applications and secure college funding for 2024-2025
August 7, 2024
The South Carolina Afterschool Alliance (SCAA), as an official partner with the U.S. Department of Education, is offering free assistance to South Carolina students to help complete their Free Application…
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Ernest A. Finney, Jr. Cultural Arts Center kicks off Black Philanthropy Month with community open house and launches $2 million capital campaign
August 7, 2024
The Ernest A. Finney, Jr. Cultural Arts Center is hosting a drop-in Open House on Thursday, August 15th from 6:00 to 8:00 PM for the community at-large as it launches…
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The City of Columbia public works to continue cleanup efforts to our residents
August 7, 2024
The City of Columbia Forestry and Beautification Department and Solid Waste Department continue to focus on cleanup efforts in the Melrose Heights, Heathwood and other areas due to Saturday’s storm…
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Tropical Storm Debby Richland County update
August 7, 2024
Areas of Flooding Reported in Richland County, Residents Reminded to Use Caution and Avoid Unnecessary Travel Amid Tropical Storm Debby As of 9 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 7, Richland County Government…
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Cayce introduces newest K9 as Lexington Two students return to school
August 7, 2024
The Cayce Police Department is thrilled to announce the newest addition to their K9 team, Fletcher! Fletcher is a 19-month-old Labrador Retriever. Fletcher and his handler, Senior SRO/K9 Daniel Green,…
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SCETV to livestream and broadcast briefing on Tropical Storm Debby
August 7, 2024
Governor Henry McMaster will hold a media briefing with state emergency management officials to update the public on Tropical Storm Debby’s impact on South Carolina August 7th at 2 p.m.…
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Annie Caggiano joins SCbio Strategic Advisory Board
August 7, 2024
Annie Caggiano, Director of Global Business Development with the South Carolina Department of Commerce, has been appointed to the SCbio Strategic Advisory Board. Caggiano brings 20 years of economic development…
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City Council Highlights | August 6, 2024
August 7, 2024
To begin the City Council meeting, Mayor Daniel J. Rickenmann, City Council and Executive City Staff wanted to ensure our communities of the ongoing efforts from the City of Columbia…
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Colliers Report: South Carolina Hospitality Market Updates
August 7, 2024
Download and Read Full Report Here Columbia Columbia’s hospitality market continues to perform well with revenue per available room (RevPAR) showing gains across all classes and occupancy…
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The City of Aiken lists historical Hotel Aiken for sale with Colliers
August 7, 2024
The City of Aiken, South Carolina has contracted Colliers to sell the Hotel Aiken and nearby parcels through a public request for proposals, aiming to meet the City’s evolving needs.…
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Colliers South Carolina Healthcare Report: Providers looking to increase consumer access in competitive environment
August 7, 2024
Commercial Real Estate Research & Forecast Report Q2 2024 South Carolina Healthcare Market Highlights The South Carolina healthcare real estate market remains strong as demand continues to grow across the…
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New book by medical care veteran delves into the science of leadership
August 7, 2024
Your leadership style is rooted in your genes — or at least in your hypothetical leadership genes, according to a new book by Spence Taylor, M.D., which takes a deep…
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Love and faithfulness
August 7, 2024
By Jeff Becraft Love and faithfulness… the two go together. In fact, it is almost impossible to have the one without the other. Just think about the movies that…
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Richland County encourages residents to prepare ahead as Tropical Storm Debby approaches
August 6, 2024
As Tropical Storm Debby threatens the Midlands with inclement weather, Richland County Government is encouraging residents to plan ahead and exercise caution. Debby is expected to impact the County much…
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truematter announces Sitefinity partnership, The Proven Alliance
August 6, 2024
New technology partnership of Sitefinity experts Truematter is excited to announce that it is bringing user experience expertise to its new technology partnership called the Proven Alliance. Launched on July…
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Senator Graham should help pass bipartisan permitting reform
August 6, 2024
In his recent op-ed, Dr. Jeff Mulliken hit the nail on the head regarding the need for Congress to pass bipartisan permitting reform to help advance a range of critical…
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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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