South Carolina State Museum joins Blue Star Museums program this summer
May 15, 2024
Museum to offer free general admission to active-duty military and their Families The South Carolina State Museum is proud to be part of the Blue Star Museums initiative, a national…
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Columbia Streams Art painted trout sculptures to be sold at auction tonight
May 15, 2024
Following two weeks of public viewing in the Salon Gallery, the trout sculptures will be sold during a thrilling live auction event held at the Museum of Art on May…
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City of Columbia Parks and Recreation Department invites the community to provide input for Parks & Recreation Master Plan
May 15, 2024The City of Columbia Parks & Recreation Department is seeking members of the community to assist in evaluating park and recreation programs within the City. The results will be used…
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Lexington Medical Center celebrates 30th anniversary of doula program
May 15, 2024
Lexington Medical Center is celebrating the 30th anniversary of its doula program. More than 12,100 babies have been born with the help of doulas at Lexington Medical Center over the…
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St. Pat’s in Five Points holds charitable check presentation supporting 40 local charities
May 15, 2024
St. Pat’s in Five Points celebrated its 42nd season by recognizing 40 Midlands-area charities and nonprofit organizations at its annual charitable check presentation on Tuesday, May 14, at Andy’s Deli,…
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Panel will tell about treating the wounded in Vietnam on Memorial Day Weekend
May 15, 2024
The television show “M*A*S*H” made Americans somewhat more conscious of the role of the Army Medical Corps during the Korean War, decades after the fact. The average civilian knows far…
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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis announces National 529 Day celebration with $529 college savings grants
May 15, 2024
For the 12th year, babies born on May 29 are eligible to receive PalmettoBaby grant for future education State Treasurer Curtis Loftis announced the return of the PalmettoBaby Grant Program…
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Heritage introduces new brand and website
May 15, 2024
Family-owned Landscaping Business Expands Statewide with Rebrand Heritage, a leader in outdoor services and sustainable landscape solutions for businesses of all sizes in South Carolina, introduced its new brand and…
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Cayce announces TRACK Trail Grand Opening
May 14, 2024
The City of Cayce announced that on May 15 at 10:30 AM at the N Avenue entrance of the City’s Riverwalk, our elected officials will officially cut the ribbon for the…
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South Carolina ETV receives four Southeast EMMY® nominations
May 14, 2024
Awards recognize some of the greatest television work in the Southeast The Regional Southeast EMMY® Chapter of the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (NATAS) recently announced nominations for…
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Richland County seeks public input on proposed 2024-2025 budget
May 14, 2024
The County welcomes feedback from the public on its operating budget for the upcoming fiscal year, which begins July 1, 2024, and ends June 30, 2025. An in-person public hearing…
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Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina distributes $1.3 million in grants
May 14, 2024
Foundation Releases 2024 Cycle 1 Grantee Partners The Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina has announced its Cycle 1 grant awards. In this funding distribution, the Foundation awarded 94…
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NAI Columbia Milliken Land Team executes $2.7 million zoned industrial land sale
May 14, 2024
NAI Columbia’s Milliken Land Team consisting of Tom Milliken, Tombo Milliken, and Nelson Weston, recently sold 77.8 acres on Highway 555 (Farrow Road) and I-77 for $2,723,035. Located within an…
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Comporium brings Gigabit broadband speeds to Ridge Spring
May 14, 2024
58 Addresses in Saluda County Connected through Comporium’s $155K Investment GILBERT, SC – Fifty-eight addresses along the southern side of the Ridge Spring community now have access to Comporium’s fiber-based…
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Colliers Columbia Multifamily Report: Strong net absorption holds occupancy high despite deliveries
May 14, 2024
Commercial Real Estate Research & Forecast Report Q1 2024 Columbia Multifamily Market Highlights Columbia experienced the delivery of 1,246 units in the first quarter of 2024, however, the absorption of…
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Denmark Technical College graduates first class at Allendale Correctional Institute
May 14, 2024
DENMARK, SC – Denmark Technical College is providing hope for the future to incarcerated individuals in South Carolina. On May 8, nine individuals representing the first class of students to…
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Over $257 million in funding for Electric projects in South Carolina
May 14, 2024
Projects to Strengthen Rural Infrastructure and Create Jobs Across South Carolina Projects Will Help over 121,000 People Access Reliable Electricity and Create Smart Grid Technologies Throughout the State U.S. Department…
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Methodical Coffee announces fourth coffee shop location
May 14, 2024BullStreet District in Columbia will combine the best of Methodical’s three Greenville coffee shops Methodical Coffee, based in Greenville, South Carolina announced that their fourth coffee shop will be located…
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Mary Beth Branham elected to LS3P Board of Directors
May 14, 2024
Architecture, interiors, and planning firm LS3P announced Columbia Office Leader, Mary Beth Sims Branham, AIA, has been elected to the LS3P Board of Directors. A Columbia native, Branham opened the…
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International Downtown Association announces 2024 Emerging Leader Fellowship participants
May 14, 2024
Team member for the Main Street District is selected for prestigious leadership program Heather Spires, VP of Development & Administration for the Main Street District (formerly called City Center Partnership),…
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Cicadas’ Rise & Fall
May 14, 2024
By Tom Poland A spring or summer day isn’t quite Southern without singing cicadas and it seems our annual cicadas love the heat of day come summer, singing best during…
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Francis Marion University and Together SC announce 2024 Nonprofit Leadership Award
May 14, 2024
Francis Marion University (FMU) and Together SC announced Sarah Pope as the 2024 recipient of the prestigious Fred R. Sheheen Award for Excellence in Nonprofit Leadership. Named after Fred Sheheen,…
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Georgia Mjartan named President and CEO of Central Carolina Community Foundation
May 14, 2024
New leader brings two decades of executive experience. After an extensive search, Central Carolina Community Foundation’s Board of Trustees has selected Georgia Mjartan (“Me-art-in”) as its next president and CEO.…
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Inaugural Tour of Tea event on Wednesday, May 22
May 13, 2024
Every Sip Tells a Story In celebration of Asian American & Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month, the Five Points Association is proud to partner with Fit Columbia and the South…
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Leader in wildlife research expands facilities, public programs
May 13, 2024
Nemours Wildlife Foundation cuts ribbon on Eugene and Laura duPont Conservation Hall, announces fall tours Nemours Wildlife Foundation and supporters recently cut the ribbon on the Eugene and Laura duPont…
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Fair becomes the ninth Morton & Gettys attorney to hold multi-state licenses
May 13, 2024
ROCK HILL, SC – Morton & Gettys attorney Henry Fair has been sworn into the Florida Bar, making him the ninth lawyer at the firm to hold licenses to practice…
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South Carolina Economic Developers’ Association (SCEDA) announces 2024-2025 president and board of directors
May 13, 2024
The South Carolina Economic Developers’ Association (SCEDA) announced its 2024-2025 officers and board of directors during the Annual Conference in Myrtle Beach. SCEDA and its 650+ members have been the…
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TakoSushi’s new Forest Acres location to open May 14
May 13, 2024
Restaurant showcasing Latin and Asian cuisine marks second Midlands location TakoSushi in Forest Acres, located at 4711 Forest Dr., Columbia, will officially open its doors tomorrow, Tuesday, May 14, at…
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Doris Glymph Greene to receive Doctor of Humane Letters
May 10, 2024
Ecumenical University announced the presentation of the Doctor of Humane Letters, Honoris Causa to Doris Glymph Greene at its 28th Annual Convocation on Sunday, May 19, 2024, at 4 PM…
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Ecumenical University appoints James L. Felder as its third president
May 10, 2024
The Board of Trustees of Ecumenical University announced the appointment of James L. Felder as its third president. Bishop Redfern II, founder of Ecumenical Church and University, officially announced, heralding…
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Tyler Teal joins Colliers | South Carolina as Brokerage Associate in Columbia
May 9, 2024
Colliers | South Carolina is pleased to announce Tyler Teal as its newest Brokerage Associate in the Columbia office. Teal began his journey at Colliers as an intern, focusing on…
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John Truluck named Local Developer of the Year and Holly McCrary awarded SCEDA Rising Star
May 9, 2024
The South Carolina Economic Developers’ Association (SCEDA) announced the recipients of two prestigious awards at SCEDA’s Annual Conference, held May 8-10 in Myrtle Beach. John Truluck, economic development director at…
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$4.5 million raised for Midlands nonprofits: Another record-breaking year
May 9, 2024
Midlands Gives Day, Central Carolina Community Foundation’s annual 18-hour online giving challenge, raised $4,588,248 via 19,264 individual gifts. The eleventh annual online day of giving took place on Tuesday, May…
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Todd Turner was announced as commencement speaker for the 28th Ecumenical Church and University Convocation
May 9, 2024
The Ecumenical Church and University is proud to announce Todd Turner as the commencement speaker for its 28th Convocation, taking place at 3:30 pm on Sunday, May 19, 2024, at…
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Bonham House—Last Of Its Kind
May 9, 2024
By Tom Poland In Saluda County an old homeplace sits on brick piers. It’s as solid as the Rock of Gibraltar, but that wasn’t always the case. Some refer…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Ana Gutierrez, Arepa South
May 9, 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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Liberty Fellowship kicks off 20th anniversary year, announces Legacy Partners
May 9, 2024
Liberty Fellowship, a dynamic and diverse network of 350 leaders across South Carolina, will celebrate its 20th anniversary with special activities and initiatives over the next 12 months that will…
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Marketing Minute: From Random to Regular on Social Media
May 9, 2024
Marketing Minute by Jeff Reeves, NP Strategy In today’s digitally-driven world, staying consistent on social media is not just an option—it’s a necessity for fostering trust, building your brand,…
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Iron Sharpens Iron men’s group visits Sumter-Lee Regional Detention Center to share testimonies
May 9, 2024Sumter, SC – Iron Sharpens Iron Men’s Group, a dedicated team of formerly incarcerated individuals, correctional officers, and prison ministry officials, recently visited the Sumter-Lee Regional Detention Center to share…
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Ecumenical Church and University announces 28th Convocation and Investiture Ceremony
May 9, 2024COLUMBIA, SC – Ecumenical University announced the 28th Ecumenical Church and University Convocation, which will take place on Sunday, May 19, 2024, at 4 PM at the Metropolitan Convention Center,…
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Columbia Museum of Art June 2024 Exhibitions and Events calendar
May 8, 2024
EXHIBITIONS (Un)Settled: The Landscape in American Art On view June 15 through September 8, 2024 From natural wonders to the open road, the landscape has long been a muse in…
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Ward Bradley selected for South Carolina Super Lawyers® 2024
May 8, 2024
Moore Bradley Myers (MBM) announces that Partner, James E. “Ward” Bradley has been selected to South Carolina Super Lawyers® 2024 in the area of personal injury law and business litigation.…
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Lauren Taylor Law to surprise two South Carolina educators with a trip to Italy
May 8, 2024
Lauren Taylor Law, a leading law firm in South Carolina, is excited to announce a unique opportunity for two South Carolina educators to experience the trip of a lifetime. The…
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Lecture to cover (or uncover) the role of pin-up pictures in war and peace
May 8, 2024
Col. Elliott White Springs was a flying ace in World War I, shooting down 16 enemy aircraft. After the war, he needed a way to turn around the family business…
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SCbio’s life science accelerator, SCbioDrive, launches application for inaugural cohort
May 8, 2024
SCbio, in partnership with The Massachusetts Biotechnology Council (MassBio), today opened the applications for its new accelerator program, SCbioDrive, A biannual program, SCbioDrive will select up to six seed-stage life…
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TakoSushi announces new Forest Acres location to open May 14
May 8, 2024
Restaurant showcasing Latin and Asian cuisine marks second Midlands location Columbia-based culinary enterprise Food People Restaurant Group, owned by local entrepreneurs Chris Sullivan and James Williams, announces the expansion of its…
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Two Richland One school nurses receive district’s first DAISY Awards
May 8, 2024
In conjunction with the observance of National Nurses Week (May 6-12, 2024) and School Nurse Day (May 8, 2024), two Richland One school nurses were named recipients of the district’s…
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City Council highlights | May 7, 2024
May 8, 2024
During this evening’s City Council meeting, Mayor Daniel Rickenmann presented several proclamations. To start off, a surprise proclamation was presented for Professional Municipal Clerk’s Week, honoring our City Clerk, Erika…
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Team South Carolina shines at National ProStart Invitational for seventh year in a row
May 8, 2024
Hosted by the National Restaurant Association Education Foundation (NRAEF), Team South Carolina battled more than 400 competitors at the 2024 National ProStart Invitational in April at the Baltimore Marriott Waterfront.…
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River Drive buffered bicycle lanes public input meeting
May 8, 2024
There will be a public information and input drop-in meeting on Wednesday, May 29th at the Earlewood Community Center from 4:00pm to 6:00pm, with remarks at 5:00pm. Councilwoman Tina Herbert, City Planning and…
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