Cameron Blankenship joins the Capital City/Lake Murray Country Regional Tourism Board
November 9, 2023
The Capital City/Lake Murray Country Regional Tourism Board announced that Cameron Blankenship has joined the team as Special Events Coordinator. “We are excited to welcome Cameron to our team as…
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Chapin Concrete Contractors recognized for Concrete Foundation Association’s Project of the Year
November 8, 2023
Hill Construction Company is proud to congratulate Chapin Concrete Contractors for being awarded the Concrete Foundation Association’s (CFA) 2023 National Project of the Year for their concrete work on Putnam’s…
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CIU nursing program receives important accreditation
November 8, 2023It’s a big step for the Columbia International University nursing program. The Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) has granted initial accreditation to CIU’s Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)…
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SC Manufacturers Alliance urges Supreme Court to take up labor case, warns of nationwide impacts to manufacturers
November 8, 2023
The South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance (SCMA) has filed an amicus brief with the United States Supreme Court in support of the SC State Ports Authority’s (SCSPA) petition for a hearing…
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Final deadline to submit films for Reedy Reels 2024 Film Festival is December 31
November 8, 2023
Piedmont Natural Gas presents Reedy Reels: The Greenville Film Festival is accepting film submissions for its 2024 festival happening this March. Reedy Reels will take place at the South Carolina…
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AT&T contributes $40,000 to United Way’s ‘Young Men United’ to enhance digital access for students
November 8, 2023
In an era where digital connectivity has become a lifeline to education, work, and essential services, AT&T is breaking down barriers to education and fostering digital empowerment by contributing $40,000…
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Garvin Design Group’s Jerome Simiyon wins 2023 AIA SC Student Design Award
November 8, 2023
Garvin Design Group’s Jerome Simiyon is the 2023 recipient of the American Institute of Architects – South Carolina’s Student Design Award. Simiyon and his studio partner Andrew Schick developed their…
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Donate blood to help patients in need, ensure Gamecocks win 39th Annual Blood Battle
November 8, 2023
This November, The University of South Carolina needs the support of students, faculty, alumni and fans to win the 39th annual Carolina-Clemson Blood Battle. The blood drive competition is set for…
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SC Department of Agriculture to take over restaurant inspections, other DHEC food safety responsibilities
November 8, 2023
The South Carolina Department of Agriculture is preparing to take on some important regulatory duties that are currently handled by the Department of Health and Environmental Control, better known as…
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SC Legal: Overcoming a Criminal Record
November 7, 2023
South Carolina Legal will be at the Laurens Library November 16 at 5 pm to discuss “Overcoming a Criminal Record.” Get in-person advice on how to advocate for fair chances…
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Smith Robinson recognized as a 2024 Best Law Firm by Best Lawyers®
November 7, 2023
Smith Robinson announced it has been selected to the 2024 listing of “Best Law Firms” by Best Lawyers in America®. The Firm proudly received a Metropolitan Tier 1 recognition for…
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Celebration on Dec. 2 in Greenwood commemorates Charleston Tea Party
November 7, 2023
It is time to raise a tea cup and pay tribute to one of the great untold stories in American history – the fact that Charleston, South Carolina, held the…
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Steven J. Pugh admitted to American College of Trial Lawyers
November 7, 2023
Richardson Plowden & Robinson, P.A. announced that attorney Steven J. Pugh has become a Fellow of the American College of Trial Lawyers, one of the premier legal associations in North…
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Giti Tire awarded winner of 2023 Formula DRIFT Tire Manufacturer Cup
November 7, 2023
RICHBURG, SC – Giti Tire, one of the world’s largest tire manufacturers, announced it is the recipient of the prestigious 2023 Formula DRIFT Tire Manufacturer Cup. This recognition cements Giti…
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Richland County to host public meeting on proposed greenway in NE Richland
November 7, 2023
Community members can submit comments through Nov. 24 Richland County will host a drop-in style public meeting Thursday, Nov. 9 to provide information about a proposed greenway and trail in…
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Recruiting Solutions receives ninth consecutive “Best Places to Work in South Carolina” award
November 7, 2023
Recruiting Solutions announced its ninth consecutive recognition as one of the “Best Places to Work in South Carolina.” This honor, jointly presented by SC Biz News, South Carolina Chamber of Commerce,…
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Columbia College Hosts TEDx Event on campus
November 7, 2023
On Friday, November 3, Columbia College welcomed 11 guest speakers, as well as emcee Shawn Stewart Camps, to Spears Concert Hall to share TEDx talks emphasizing the importance of “Staying…
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High Spirits Hospitality’s Krista Hauschild wins Corporate Ally of the Year Award
November 7, 2023
High Spirits Hospitality’s Director of Talent and Culture, Krista Hauschild, won the Corporate Ally of the Year Award presented by Upstate SC LGBT+ Chamber of Commerce. As the Director of…
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Applying for a Property Tax exemption? We have tips to help!
November 7, 2023
What you need to know: South Carolina offers Property Tax exemptions to those who meet certain requirements, including many military veterans, disabled former firefighters, and disabled former law enforcement officers.…
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Rebuild Upstate named Bank of America’s 2023 Neighborhood Champion®
November 7, 2023
Nonprofit Will Receive $50,000 in Grant Support and Virtual Leadership Training to Advance Economic Mobility in the Upstate Bank of America announced Rebuild Upstate as the 2023 Neighborhood Champion® awardee…
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SCRA announces new Member Companies and grant funding
November 7, 2023
CADchat and Saluda Manufacturing were accepted as South Carolina Research Authority Member Companies. Borealis Global Advisory, DRAHOLA Technologies, FRD Accel, and Health Evolve Technologies received new grant funding. All SCRA…
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Jay Swearingen named managing shareholder of Bauknight Pietras & Stormer CPAs
November 7, 2023
Bauknight Pietras & Stormer, P.A. (BPS) announced that Jay Swearingen, CPA, will succeed Russell Bauknight, CPA, as managing shareholder of BPS effective January 1, 2024. Bauknight, who will complete his…
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USC stays among top U.S. college for veterans and military service members
November 7, 2023
The Military Times has ranked the University of South Carolina as the nation’s No. 9 “Best for Vets Colleges 2023,” making USC the top-ranked school in South Carolina. The ranking, which covers…
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I jumped out of a plane
November 7, 2023By Alan Cooper Publisher, WhosOnTheMove.com After a recent interview taping for an upcoming edition of our Leadership Series, Kevin Shwedo, the Executive Director of the SC Department of Motor Vehicles,…
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2023 MGC Long Run raises $33,135.25 to support USO
November 6, 2023
Six-year contribution to USO totals over $191,000 The 2023 MGC Long Run raised $33,135.25 for USO South Carolina. The USO South Carolina is a nonprofit organization that strengthens America’s military…
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ChangeSC will help South Carolinians access food, learn about healthy eating
November 6, 2023
A new statewide initiative called ChangeSC will connect South Carolinians living in food deserts with fresh, locally grown food while working to improve their eating habits and health outcomes. A pilot program…
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Hilton awarded Order of the Palmetto
November 6, 2023
Bill Hilton Jr., Newberry College class of 1970, received South Carolina’s highest civilian honor for his contributions to science, nature and education. Gov. Henry McMaster presented him with the Order…
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Richland County to honor Veterans through Operation Green Light
November 6, 2023
County to illuminate office buildings with green light Nov. 6-12 In appreciation and support of veterans, Richland County Government will join Operation Green Light, an initiative of the National Association…
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Colliers brokers lease in West Columbia speculative building to WESCO Distribution Inc.
November 6, 2023
Colliers | South Carolina brokers Chuck Salley, SIOR, Dave Mathews, SIOR, Thomas Beard, SIOR and John Peebles, SIOR represented Saxe Gotha Spec, LLC/Cypress Development in the lease of a 43,750-square-foot…
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Three American Legion Lake-Garrett Post 25 Members Honored in Veteran Hall of Heroes Ceremony
November 6, 2023
On November 4th, at Lander University, three distinguished members of American Legion Lake-Garrett Post 25 were inducted into the prestigious Veteran Hall of Heroes. Alongside 49 other local veterans, they…
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Honoring our military veterans in S.C.
November 3, 2023How a Greenville-area elementary school is celebrating Veterans Month By W. Thomas Smith Jr. MY COUSIN MARSHA JONES BRAGA never fails to warm my soul. Decades ago when I was…
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Spark and Torch Award recipients honored by BBB serving Central SC and Charleston
November 2, 2023
Recipients of the BBB Serving Central SC and Charleston’s Business of the Year Torch Awards and Spark Awards were named at a ceremony held on Wednesday, November 01, 2023 at…
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Coming Full Circle
November 2, 2023
By Tom Poland I felt like I’d been tied to the whipping post. I was as low as the proverbial snake’s belly. May 30 a tornado destroyed my Athens,…
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Not in Kansas anymore
November 2, 2023
By Jeff Becraft Recently, I started a new Facebook page in order to post weekly devotionals. I am not a big social media person. In fact, I made a…
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DeWees Real Estate Group represents seller in sale of 0.52 acre parcel in West Columbia
November 2, 2023
Sales Associate, Niles Helmboldt represent the seller in the sale of 1910 Airport Blvd DeWees Real Estate Group, a full-service commercial real estate firm specializing in Columbia’s residential, office, retail,…
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Cyberwoven, a South Carolina-based digital agency, wins Web Marketing Association award for work with AgFirst Farm Credit Bank
November 2, 2023
Cyberwoven, a full-service brand, marketing, and web agency, is the recipient of a Web Marketing Association award. The firm was awarded the Bank Standard of Excellence for its work on…
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Hear Tommy Cockrell talk about serving with combat engineers in Vietnam
November 2, 2023
Tommy Cockrell didn’t set out to serve with the Army engineers in Vietnam. His training was in combat infantry. But when he arrived in-country, that’s where they sent him. So…
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Richardson Thomas recognized in “Best Law Firms”
November 2, 2023
Richardson Thomas again is ranked in Tier 1 in two cities in “Best Law Firms®,” a national directory with a goal of identifying top law firms nationwide. Richardson Thomas’ ratings…
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Best Law Firms 2024 cites Robinson Gray in top tier for Columbia in 16 practice areas
November 2, 2023
Robinson Gray is being recognized in a total of 24 practice areas in the 2024 edition of “Best Law Firms.” The publication, which recognizes the top practices in the nation,…
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Lourie Law Firm named to top tier in the 2024 edition of Best Law Firms in America
November 2, 2023
Lourie Law Firm is being honored once again by Best Law Firms in America®. In its 2024 edition, the national guide has placed the firm in Tier 1 for the…
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Morton & Gettys earns two Tier 1 honors in “Best Law Firms”
November 2, 2023
ROCK HILL, SC – Morton & Gettys again has earned “Best Law Firms®” Tier 1 ratings in Real Estate Law and Trust and Estates Law. This marks the fourth consecutive…
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Callison Tighe named to Tier 1 for Columbia by Best Law Firms in six areas
November 2, 2023
Callison Tighe & Robinson was again named to the top tier for the Columbia region in six practice areas. For the past 14 years, the firm has been recognized as…
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Burnette Shutt & McDaniel earns 6 top-tier honors in “Best Law Firms”
November 2, 2023
Burnette Shutt & McDaniel has earned Tier One honors in three employment law practice areas, two employee benefits categories and in civil rights law in the just-released addition of “Best…
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Historic Columbia announces November 2023 events
November 2, 2023
Historic Columbia is excited to announce programming and events for November 2023. See the full list of November events below and be sure to leave room in your calendar to…
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NAI Columbia Land Team executes the sale of five Bethune properties
November 2, 2023
NAI Columbia’s Tombo Milliken, Tom Milliken, and Nelson Weston successfully represented a family estate and sold five separate parcels in and around Bethune, SC totaling ± 293.26 acres. All five…
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Trinity Partners represents both sides in the investment sale of retail building in Five Points
November 2, 2023
Trinity Partners recently facilitated the investment sale of 2123 Greene Street in Columbia’s Five Points district. The retail property was sold with two tenants in place. Pure Barre and Blue…
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City of Columbia Solid Waste leaf collection alternate locations
November 2, 2023The City of Columbia Solid Waste Division is adding a new leaf collection option this fall for residents to drop their bagged leaves at designated container locations throughout the City.…
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Columbia Museum of Art announces December programs and events
November 2, 2023
EXHIBITIONS Lee Alexander McQueen & Ann Ray: Rendez-Vous On view through January 21, 2024 Rendez-Vous offers a rare glimpse into the life and mind of one of the most…
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Taste of Lake Murray tickets on sale November 16
November 2, 2023
Save the date for “The Social Event of the Year”, Taste of Lake Murray, presented by Lexington Medical Center, on Thursday, March 21 at 6 PM at the DoubleTree by Hilton in Columbia. Dance the night away while…
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The COMET Financial Team receives 6th award for fiscal excellence
November 2, 2023
Honor commends organization’s excellence in handling and reporting all funding, including the Richland County Penny Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA) has awarded the Certificate of…
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