At 19, Dennis DuPuis flew helicopters in combat in Vietnam
February 7, 2024
Dennis DuPuis wasn’t the only soldier in his family to serve in Vietnam. His father, an Army Signal Corps master sergeant who had served in the Second World War and…
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Lisle Traywick becomes state chair of ABA’s Council of Appellate Lawyers
February 7, 2024
Lisle Traywick, a member of Robinson Gray law firm, has been named South Carolina state chair of the Council of Appellate Lawyers for the American Bar Association. The ABA describes…
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Lexington Medical Center hosting Second Annual Technical College Career Fair
February 7, 2024
Lexington Medical Center will be hosting the 2nd Annual Technical College Career Fair on Friday, February 23, 2024. The career fair will take place from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.…
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New itinerary announced and tickets on sale for COR’s Crash Course Columbia, March 7-8
February 7, 2024
COR (Columbia Opportunity Resource) continues to boost local pride and talent retention through its innovative program. Crash Course Columbia has held 10 tours with more than 150 participants of diverse…
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Aflac supports 50 South Carolina nonprofits with $411,824 in grants
February 7, 2024
Aflac awarded $411,824 to 50 South Carolina nonprofit organizations during its 2023 spring and fall grant cycles. Funds support programs and services that promote health and well-being, advance education and…
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Flock and Rally welcomes Scott Harris, seasoned industry expert, as Director of Advertising
February 7, 2024
Flock and Rally, a full-service communications and marketing agency based in Columbia, South Carolina, welcomes longtime industry professional, Scott Harris, as its new director of advertising. With nearly two decades…
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Cyberwoven marketing director joins Main Street District Board
February 7, 2024
Merritt Named One of Two New Board Members for the District Shayla Merritt, marketing director of Cyberwoven, an award-winning brand, digital marketing, and website design and development firm, joins the…
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Wyche expands its litigation team to meet growing client needs
February 7, 2024
Wyche, P.A. has added three new attorneys as it expands to meet growing client needs. Rachel Horton, Miranda Nelson, and Graham Pitman have joined the firm as associates. Rachel Horton’s practice focuses on complex…
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Main Street District appoints Beth Frost as a member of the Board of Directors
February 7, 2024
Main Street District appoints Beth Frost, Director of Business Development of Cohn Corporation as a new member of the Board of Directors. As a board member, Beth will help guide…
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Columbia College ranks in U.S. News and World Report Best Online Programs
February 7, 2024
At the beginning of each year, U.S. News and World Report releases their rankings for Best Online Programs in an effort to aid future college students in making necessary decisions…
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Nationally recognized Collins & Lacy welcomes attorney Michael C. Bunda
February 7, 2024
Attorney Michael C. Bunda has joined the Retail & Hospitality Practice Group of lawyers at Collins & Lacy, PC. An experienced litigator, Bunda graduated from the University of South Carolina’s…
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SCRA announces new Member Companies and grant funding
February 7, 2024
SkilRedi and VBASE Oil Company were accepted as South Carolina Research Authority Member Companies. Advent Innovations Limited Company and FinSiteful received new grant funding. All SCRA Member Companies receive coaching…
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USC retains No. 1 ranking in online master’s in nursing
February 7, 2024
For the fourth straight year, the University of South Carolina’s College of Nursing is ranked No. 1 in the country for its online master’s in nursing program, according to U.S.…
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SCDOT to hold public involvement meeting in Calhoun County
February 7, 2024
SCDOT will hold a public involvement meeting on Thursday, February 22, 2024 regarding the proposed intersection improvements to US 21 (Columbia Highway) at SC 6 (Caw Caw Highway)/SC 172 (Bull…
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New species of 65 million-year-old fossil shark discovered
February 7, 2024
Shark was one of the ocean’s top predators after the extinction of the dinosaurs A team of scientists is pleased to announce the discovery of a new fossil shark species…
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“SCETV Safe Space” campaign receives award for community engagement
February 7, 2024
SCETV Safe Space, a multiplatform initiative from South Carolina ETV (SCETV) received a Silver Award in the 3rd Annual Anthem Awards. The annual awards recognize purpose and mission-driven work from people, companies…
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SC Department of Commerce announces 2024 Relentless Challenge grant awards
February 7, 2024
15 projects across the state receive funds to support innovation and entrepreneurship The South Carolina Department of Commerce (S.C. Commerce) announced the recipients of its 2024 Relentless Challenge grant, which…
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South Carolina Office of Rural Health Family Solutions Family Resource Center grand opening, February 1, 2024
February 7, 2024
The South Carolina Office of Rural Health (SCORH) held the grand opening for the Family Solutions (FS) Family Resource Center (FRC) on February 1, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. The FRC…
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Colliers represents Maysteel Industries in the sale of Sumter industrial building
February 7, 2024
Colliers | South Carolina brokers Chuck Salley, SIOR, Thomas Beard, SIOR, John Peebles, SIOR and Dave Mathews, SIOR represented Maysteel Industries in the sale of a 128,292-square-foot industrial building at…
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Second Annual Wishful Shuckers Oyster Roast & Silent Auction happening this Friday, Feb 9th
February 7, 2024
Second Annual Wishful Shuckers Oyster Roast & Silent Auction Returns to The Coop in Columbia The countdown to the second annual Wishful Shuckers Charity Oyster Roast & Silent Auction is…
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The Triumphant Quartet to Grace Davidson Street Baptist Church in Community Concert
February 6, 2024
Get ready for a night of soul-stirring music as The Triumphant Quartet comes to Davidson Street Baptist Church on Thursday, March 7th, at 6:00 pm. This Community Concert is made…
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Eastside Eagles Soar at National Conference
February 6, 2024
This past week, Eastside Elementary School 4th graders traveled to Charlotte, NC to perform at the Leader in Me Symposium. The 4th graders performed two songs in front of a…
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Reedy Reels announces films for its 2024 festival
February 6, 2024
Movie lovers will see more than 66 films at the Piedmont Natural Gas Presents Reedy Reels: The Greenville Festival being March 22 to March 24 at the South Carolina Children’s…
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Historic Columbia announces February 2024 events
February 5, 2024
Historic Columbia is excited to announce programming and events for February 2024. See the full list of February events below and be sure to leave room in your calendar to…
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Fireflies announce top 2024 theme nights
February 5, 2024
Segra Park will be packed with new and returning iconic promotions The Columbia Fireflies announced the top theme nights scheduled for the upcoming 2024 baseball season at Segra Park. The promotional…
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CAE welcomes over 1.2 million passengers, 2023 year in review
February 5, 2024
The numbers are in and the Columbia Metropolitan Airport is excited to share that the airport welcomed 1,234,487 million passengers in 2023 – inching closer to the highest number of passengers in over a…
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Masa Mexican Street Food to open its doors February 5, 2024
February 5, 2024
Masa Mexican Street Food is proud to announce the grand opening of its latest location in Columbia, SC, bringing authentic Mexican street food to the Rosewood community. Operating since 2020,…
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Fall in love with Food Trucks this February!
February 5, 2024
The City of Columbia continues the exciting Food Truck Fridays initiative throughout the month of February. Food Truck Fridays aim to support and boost local businesses, celebrate diverse cuisines and foster connections over…
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Colliers Dealmakers: Recent purchases, sales, leases and investments in South Carolina
February 5, 2024
Colliers | South Carolina announced the following recently completed commercial real estate transactions in Q4 of 2023 from our offices across the state: Charleston, SC William Ederle represented Physicians Mutual…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Patrick Dunbar, Dunbar Builders
February 5, 2024
The Who’s on the Move, Entrepreneur Minute is an interview in support of the undeniable impact that entrepreneurs have on our communities. We will be highlighting 20 entrepreneurs in each of…
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Cottage and Vine moves to The Beach Company’s Cardinal Crossing
February 5, 2024
Colliers | South Carolina’s Rox Pollard, Danny Bonds and John Gressette represented the landlord, The Beach Company, and Matthew Pollard represented the tenant, Cottage and Vine, in the lease of ±2,378 square feet of retail…
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State Superintendent of Education Ellen Weaver Shares Budget Priorities for 2024
February 5, 2024
Last Tuesday, State Superintendent of Education Ellen Weaver presented the South Carolina Department of Education’s comprehensive budget priorities during a House Ways and Means subcommittee meeting. Tuesday’s budget hearing is…
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City of Columbia propels forward into a bright future
February 5, 2024
City Manager Teresa Wilson Leads Proactive Development Initiatives The City of Columbia is embarking on a transformative journey under the leadership of City Manager Teresa Wilson, who is spearheading a…
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USC partners with HBCUs to ensure student talent enters rural health care
February 5, 2024
In a groundbreaking move, the University of South Carolina’s SC Center for Rural and Primary Healthcare (CRPH) has joined forces with Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) to address healthcare…
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Columbia Museum of Art March 2024 Exhibitions and Events Calendar
February 4, 2024
Columbia Museum of Art March 2024 Calendar EXHIBITIONS Darrel Ellis: Regeneration On view February 17 through May 12, 2024 Over the course of his career, Darrel Ellis developed a distinct…
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DeWees Real Estate Group represents buyer in purchase of Maurice’s BBQ building
February 4, 2024
Broker-in-Charge, Sam DeWees, Represented the buyer in the sale of 662 St. Andrews Rd DeWees Real Estate Group, a full-service commercial real estate firm specializing in Columbia’s residential, office, retail,…
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Lexington Medical Center celebrates National Wear Red Day for American Heart Month
February 4, 2024
Today, Lexington Medical Center staff wore red to help raise awareness about cardiovascular disease in honor of National Wear Red Day. National Wear Red Day is recognized annually on the…
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Upcoming events for Riverbanks’ 50th anniversary
February 4, 2024
Riverbanks Zoo and Garden Approaches Major Milestone Celebrating 50 Years of Wildlife, Conservation and Family Fun Zoo’s Golden Anniversary Brings Golden Opportunities Riverbanks Zoo and Garden will mark a golden…
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Experience Columbia SC, Aliyah Boston announce tourism partnership
February 4, 2024
WNBA Rookie of the Year, University of South Carolina alum and former USC Women’s Basketball star Aliyah Boston and Experience Columbia SC announced a partnership to inspire travel to the…
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Palmetto Broadband Coalition unites providers to shape broadband future
February 4, 2024
The Palmetto Broadband Coalition, a consortium of well-established, locally owned broadband providers, announced its launch on Tuesday. This alliance is the most recent collaboration among providers, some with over 120…
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Crafting Love: Valentine’s Activities for All Ages at the Clinton Library
February 3, 2024
Give your loved ones more than a Valentine this holiday by crafting a special something at the Clinton Library. Little ones, ages 0-5, will decorate paper hearts at 5pm on…
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CAE welcomes over 1.2 million passengers, 2023 Year in Review
February 1, 2024
The numbers are in and the Columbia Metropolitan Airport is excited to share that the airport welcomed 1,234,487 million passengers in 2023 – inching closer to the highest number of passengers in over a…
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To Keep or To Give
February 1, 2024
By Amy Coward I can’t get rid of this bowl. I really don’t know why I’m so attached to it. It’s not very pretty – beige, plastic, divided down…
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Being Thankful – A Different View
February 1, 2024
By Jeff Becraft I did not write today’s Friday encouragement – it was sent to me by a friend of mine named Rick. It is from The Speaker’s Friend by Leonard…
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Folk Artist Leonard Jones
February 1, 2024
By Tom Poland Giving Old Tin New Life During my school days the yellow bus rolled me past chicken houses. In 1972, when I taught creative writing in Lincolnton,…
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CAE begins work on multi-year airport master plan, community input welcomed and encouraged
February 1, 2024
The Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) has begun work on a multi-year airport master plan project that will ultimately yield an introspective look at the airport’s current facilities, amenities and overall capacity to…
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Infinity Marketing’s Tony Williams honored among SC’s Most Influential of 2023
February 1, 2024
Tony Williams, the founder of Greenville, SC-based Infinity Marketing and an engaged community leader for more than three decades, has been honored among SC’s Most Influential people of 2023, a…
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Cayce business wins national award
February 1, 2024
Solutions for Living at Home Receives 2024 Best of Home Care® – Leader in Experience Award, Provider of Choice Award and Employer of Choice Award Solutions for Living at Home…
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Pvolve, an innovative holistic fitness studio, coming to the BullStreet District
February 1, 2024
Pvolve, the omni-channel fitness company with an innovative, science-led method that pairs functional movement with proprietary equipment, will open its first South Carolina studio in May 2024 at the BullStreet District.…
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It’s Giving Grace and Gospel Music: Soulful performances will celebrate Black History Month at Harbison Theatre!
February 1, 2024
Soulful performances will celebrate Black History Month at Harbison Theatre! John Lakin & Friends Sounds of Amazing Grace 7:30 PM | Saturday, February 10, 2024 Tickets: $25 A familiar favorite…
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