City of Columbia and Eau Claire Baptist Church to announce details of “4 Block” Promise Initiative at upcoming press conference
April 14, 2025
The “4 Block” Promise Community Engagement Initiative focuses on increasing engagement and community outreach by involving faith-based partners. Through this initiative, the City of Columbia Office of Neighborhood Safety and…
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Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS ranked No. 1 real estate brokerage in South Carolina
April 14, 2025
Upstate company earns the state’s top spot for volume and transaction sides. Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announced that the company has been recognized as the No. 1…
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Design/Development Review Commission | Thursday, April 17, 2025
April 14, 2025
On Thursday, April 17, 2025, the Design/Development Review Commission meeting will be held at 4:00 p.m. at City Hall, 1737 Main Street, Columbia, SC 29201. Members of the public who…
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Bon Secours becomes 1st & only accredited Geriatric Emergency Department in Upstate SC
April 14, 2025
Bon Secours announced it has earned accreditation as a bronze level Geriatric Emergency Department (GED) from the American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP), making it the first and only accredited…
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Presbyterian College Jazz Ensemble to Present
April 14, 2025
The Presbyterian College Jazz Ensemble invites the community to an unforgettable evening of rhythm, culture, and high-energy music with its upcoming concert, Latin Jazz!, on Tuesday, April 15 at 7:30…
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Art Comes Alive on the Square: Clinton Hosts Outdoor ART Battles During Monthlong Celebration
April 14, 2025
The vibrant energy of ART Clinton took over the Square on Saturday, April 12, as artists from across the community gathered for two exciting outdoor ART Battles. The event was…
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Reminder: South Carolina Tax Deadline Extended to May 1 – Not April 15
April 14, 2025
If you haven’t filed your 2024 South Carolina Individual Income Tax return yet, you’re not alone—and you’re not late either. Thanks to relief efforts following Hurricane Helene, the South Carolina…
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Columbia City Council meeting agenda Tuesday, Apirl 15, 2025
April 14, 2025
The Columbia City Council will conduct a Budget Workshop on Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at 1:00 p.m. at City Hall (Mayor’s Conference Room), 1737 Main Street, Second Floor, Columbia, SC…
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Costa Pleicones named 2025 Compleat Lawyer Award recipient by the University of South Carolina
April 14, 2025
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. announced that Costa Pleicones has been named a recipient of a 2025 Compleat Lawyer Award. The Compleat Lawyer Awards, established in 1992 by the University of…
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HOLY WEEK: Being always mindful of life’s blessings
April 14, 2025
God literally saved me physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually By W. Thomas Smith Jr. As we begin HOLY WEEK – Palm Sunday through Holy Wednesday, Maundy Thursday, Good Friday, then…
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Community Rallies for Annual Golf Tournament Fundraiser – Just Eight Team Spots Left!
April 14, 2025
Excitement is building for one of the area’s most anticipated events of the year—the annual charity golf tournament, which continues to draw strong community support. With just a few weeks…
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Your Input, Our Progress: LCWSC Seeks Feedback in Customer Survey
April 14, 2025
At LCWSC, our customers and communities are at the heart of everything we do—and now we are asking for your input to help shape the future of our services. We…
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Check Now—Before Bat Pup Season Begins in South Carolina!
April 14, 2025
Spring is here, and while many of us are enjoying warmer temperatures, South Carolina’s bat population is also on the move. The South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR) is…
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Lander’s Dr. David Zinn Wins Alston Award for Experiential Student Learning
April 14, 2025
Recognized for his work giving students hands-on experiences away from the classroom, Dr. David Zinn has been chosen as the 2025 recipient of the Mary Frances Poole Alston Award. Zinn…
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Volunteers Tackle Beautification Projects at Second Saturday Work Day in Clinton
April 14, 2025
Community spirit was on full display during the most recent Second Saturday Work Day on April 12, as nine volunteers came together to complete a series of downtown improvement projects…
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Eastside Elementary 5th Graders Lead the Way in Giving Back to the Community
April 13, 2025
The spirit of giving is alive and well at Eastside Elementary, where the 5th-grade class recently led a school-wide service project in support of the Laurens County Cancer Association (LCCA).…
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Lander’s College of Arts and Humanities Honors the ‘Winding Road’ of Academic Achievement
April 12, 2025
Lander University’s College of Arts and Humanities celebrated academic excellence and creativity during its Honors and Awards Program. “The students we honor demonstrate persistence and flexibility,” said Dr. Lucan McMillan,…
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Clinton Library Set to Close Temporarily as Move to New Location Beginsary Closing!
April 12, 2025
Big changes are coming for library patrons in Clinton. The Clinton Library, currently located next to Ace Hardware on Jacobs Highway, will officially close its doors on April 14 as…
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Presbyterian College to Celebrate Earth Day with Tree Planting and Festival
April 12, 2025
Presbyterian College will host a campus-wide Earth Day celebration on Monday, April 22, featuring a native tree planting, community reflection, and a festival with live music, free plants, games, and…
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State Leaders Name Highway for Lander Alumnus John McElrath
April 12, 2025
The 1966 hit, “Double Shot of My Baby’s Love,” catapulted Lander College student John McElrath and his band, the Swingin’ Medallions, into national fame. Nearly six decades later, McElrath has…
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Intelisys recognized as Wireline Business Agent of the Year in 2024 Verizon Partner Network Recognition Program
April 11, 2025
Intelisys celebrated for commitment to excellence and innovation Intelisys, a ScanSource company, and a leading provider of technology services and solutions, has been recognized as 2024 Wireline Business Agent of…
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Cohn Construction breaks ground on a new 20,060 SF flex industrial building along I-20
April 11, 2025
Cohn Construction has officially broken ground on a new 20,060 SF flex industrial building off of I-20 in Northeast Columbia. In partnership with Walker Development and Trinity Partners, the multi-tenant…
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Kiawah Island Real Estate welcomes Jill Clark, accomplished industry veteran has deep ties to the island
April 11, 2025
Kiawah Island Real Estate (KIRE), the sole real estate brokerage with offices on Kiawah Island — exclusively focused on Kiawah Island properties — announced that Jill Clark, an accomplished real…
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Kiawah Island Real Estate hires Mike Perkins, beloved Kiawah Island Club Golf Professional transitions to real estate team
April 11, 2025
Kiawah Island Real Estate (KIRE), the sole real estate brokerage with offices on Kiawah Island — exclusively focused on Kiawah Island properties — announced the hiring of its newest agent,…
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NAI Columbia’s Carolina Shopping Center Strategists receive 2025 CoStar Impact Award
April 11, 2025
NAI Columbia announced that the Carolina Shopping Center Strategists—Patrick Palmer, CCIM, Bobby Balboni, CCIM, and Sam Edens—have received the 2025 CoStar Impact Award in recognition of their outstanding work on…
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Presbyterian football season tickets on sale now
April 11, 2025
CLINTON, S.C. – Presbyterian College Athletics has officially launched a brand-new ticketing website, BlueHoseTix.com, giving Blue Hose fans an easy and centralized way to purchase tickets for all home athletic…
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Arts Against Violence: A three-day cultural event empowering youth through the arts
April 11, 2025
Eleven Services, LLC and Strut Talk Runway Therapy, in collaboration with the City of Columbia Parks & Recreation, United Way, The Weight of Words, and V12 Studios, announced Arts Against…
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Google.org announces $1M to Central Carolina Community Foundation to provide South Carolina nonprofits with AI skills
April 11, 2025
The new funding advances Google’s mission to provide AI workforce development and training to over one million Americans Google.org — the company’s philanthropic arm — announced $1 million in funding…
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The Office of Neighborhood Safety and Engagement is partnering with Girl Get Up Society to host annual Mindful Steps Walk to raise mental health awareness
April 11, 2025
WHO: City of Columbia Office of Neighborhood Safety and Engagement and Girl Get Up Society WHAT: City of Columbia’s Office of Neighborhood Safety and Engagement in partnership with Girl Get Up Society,…
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Student Pop-Up Market Set for April 12 at Soda City
April 11, 2025
Mayor’s Collegiate Engagement Council partners with Soda City Market to support student entrepreneurs The Mayor’s Collegiate Engagement Council (CEC) is partnering with Soda City Market to host a Student Pop-Up…
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Lee Roberts joins SAFE Investment Services
April 11, 2025
SAFE Federal Credit Union announced the addition of Lee Roberts, Financial Advisor, to SAFE Investment Services. Roberts has over nine years of experience in the investment services industry including prior…
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Adams & Reese launches new brand, signaling next chapter in ongoing growth
April 11, 2025
Client-Driven Refresh Comes as Firm Celebrates 75th Anniversary in 2026 Adams & Reese, an AmLaw 200 firm with a 75-year legacy, announces a comprehensive rebrand and website refresh. The redesign…
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Caledonia Golf & Fish Club ranked No. 4 public course in America by USA TODAY
April 10, 2025
Caledonia Golf & Fish Club, one of the Myrtle Beach golf scene’s crown jewels, has been ranked the No. 4 public golf course in America in the 2025 USA TODAY…
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Alejandra Molina joins LCK as Preconstruction Services Coordinator in Columbia office
April 10, 2025
LCK announces that Alejandra Molina has joined its project management team in the Columbia office as Preconstruction Services Coordinator. In this role, Molina’s responsibilities include construction document reviews and quantity…
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Southern First promotes Wes Wilbanks to Chief Credit Officer
April 10, 2025
Southern First Bancshares, Inc., holding company for Southern First Bank, announced the promotion of Wes Wilbanks to Chief Credit Officer and Executive Vice President. Wilbanks joined the Southern First team…
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Dominion Energy brings free energy-saving program to Batesburg-Leesville
April 10, 2025
Home weatherization program available to eligible customers More than 500 Dominion Energy customers in Batesburg-Leesville communities are eligible for free energy-saving products and services. The company recently hosted a kickoff event…
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Columbia Streams Art public art program unveils 10 turtle sculptures painted by local artists during Artista Vista
April 10, 2025
The City of Columbia’s Columbia Streams Art public art program will unveil ten new turtle sculptures painted and decorated by local artists during the Artista Vista arts festival on Saturday, April 12…
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Garden & Gun relocates headquarters to 21 Magazine Street
April 10, 2025
NAI Charleston announced that David Ingle represented Garden & Gun in finding a new location for their headquarters. They will be moving to 21 Magazine Street in September of this…
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Countybank’s Jordan Payne promoted to SBA Business Development Manager
April 10, 2025
Countybank announced the promotion of Jordan Payne, Vice President, to SBA Business Development Manager. Payne joined Countybank in 2021 as a lender in the bank’s Small Business Administration (SBA) Department,…
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We Never Met
April 10, 2025
By Tom Poland I wish we had. I traded letters with a writer who lived alone in the remote reaches of Alaska, the Land of the Midnight Sun. Poet…
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TL+CO Business Solutions selects Beaufort County to establish first South Carolina operation
April 10, 2025
$7.5 million investment will create 35 new jobs TL+CO Business Solutions (TL+CO) selects Beaufort County to establish the company’s first South Carolina operation. The company’s $7.5 million investment will create 35…
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For the third year, City of Columbia parking services partners with the American Heart Association to bring awareness to heart health
April 10, 2025
The City of Columbia Parking Services, in coordination with the local chapter of The American Heart Association, announces an initiative to bring awareness of heart health to the City of Columbia…
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Terminix Service, Inc. leadership inducted into the South Carolina Business Hall of Fame
April 10, 2025
Lex Knox and Tommy Fortson Recognized for Distinguished Careers Embodying the Core Values of Junior Achievement Junior Achievement of Greater South Carolina recently announced the induction of Lex Knox and…
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SCbio’s life sciences accelerator, SCbioDrive, announces Spring 2025 cohort of oncology and neuroscience startups
April 10, 2025
Six emerging life science startups from South Carolina to Ireland to receive guidance, mentoring and business-focused curriculum modules taught by industry experts, including Deloitte, Eli Lilly, Inspire Agency, Maynard Nexsen,…
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Hollings researcher honored for finding new ways to connect people to care
April 10, 2025
Dr. Jennifer Dahne was honored by the governor’s office and the South Carolina Academy of Science with the Young Scientist Award for Excellence in Scientific Research. Dr. Dahne is a…
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Caitlin Coaxum joins Lowcountry Food Bank as Major Gifts Officer
April 10, 2025
Caitlin Coaxum has joined Lowcountry Food Bank (LCFB) as a Major Gifts Officer as LCFB expands its Development department. Lowcountry Food Bank Major Gift Officers are responsible for securing financial…
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Atlantic Packaging honored with 2025 Workforce Vitality Award for excellence in employee health and well-being
April 10, 2025
Atlantic Packaging announced that it has been selected as the 2025 recipient of the Workforce Vitality Award presented during the SC Resilience Conference held in Greenville, SC, April 7-9. The…
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McCrory Construction welcomes Ben Melton as assistant project manager
April 10, 2025
McCrory Construction, South Carolina’s oldest general contractor, has hired Ben Melton as Assistant Project Manager in the Upstate office. Melton comes to McCrory from a role in institutional facilities planning…
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South Carolina Research Authority celebrates successful year at annual summit
April 10, 2025
Non-profit contributed 1.3 billion to the state economy and supported 6,600 jobs focused on growing innovation and technology in South Carolina The South Carolina Research Authority (SCRA) hosted its annual…
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Talented and Gifted Academy opens April 14 in Lexington, SC
April 10, 2025
New Early Learning Center Focuses on Literacy, Individualized Education, and Character Development Talented and Gifted Academy (TAG Academy) announced its official opening on Monday, April 14, 2025, at 141 Riverchase…
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