Chapin High School teacher Brent Riley and student Emma Easterling have been named the Teacher and Student of the Month for the Chapin Chamber of Commerce. “Mr. Riley is an English teacher at our school is the 2025-2026 Teacher of the Year,” Principal Ed Davis said. “He is a punkContinue Reading
Columbia Opportunity Resource (COR) is once again offering college students and interns a chance to build meaningful connections in the Midlands through its Capture Columbia program. The free initiative, designed for students working or interning in the greater Columbia area, will run from May 27 through June 24. Registration isContinue Reading
May 25 marks a milestone for Mast General Store, as the beloved retailer celebrates its 15th anniversary in downtown Columbia. To commemorate the occasion, the store will offer free bags of its signature freshly popped popcorn to visitors throughout the day. When the Mast Store first opened its doors inContinue Reading
Client-centered approach helps simplify complex legal processes for families Moore Bradley Myers (MBM) is strengthening its commitment to South Carolina families by placing a renewed and intentional focus on its Probate and Estate Planning services. This area of law plays a critical role during some of life’s most important andContinue Reading
By Brayden Rollins If your roof has dark streaks running down it, you might assume it’s just aging or dirt. The truth is more concerning — and more fixable — than most Chapin homeowners realize. Drive through just about any neighborhood in Chapin and you’ll spot them: dark black orContinue Reading
Lt. Governor Evette: “Health and well-being is not just a nice thing to do anymore — it is a business imperative” By W. Thomas Smith Jr. The South Carolina Healthy Business Coalition (SCHBC) held several coalition-launch events across the Palmetto State late last month with headlining business and political leadersContinue Reading
A locally owned office products company is celebrating 30 years in business, marking three decades of helping organizations stay productive through customer service and a commitment to building lasting relationships. Founded three decades ago by Bill MacDonald, with a passion for serving local businesses, the company was built on aContinue Reading
Wingard’s Market has announced they received the most votes across the country and have been named the winner for the USA TODAY 10BEST Readers’ Choice Awards for #1 Best Plant Nursery; earning national recognition as one of the top garden centers in the United States. The honor follows a processContinue Reading
Representatives from Dominion Energy and community partners traveled to Washington to meet with elected officials and advocate for continued federal funding of the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP), which provides critical financial support to eligible households for energy costs. The meetings were held in conjunction with LIHEAP Action Day,Continue Reading
Evette expresses support for organization’s mission to advance workforce health and wellbeing By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Days after the official launch of the South Carolina Healthy Business Coalition (SCHBC), members of the coalition met with S.C. Lt. Governor Pamela Evette at her State House office in Columbia to discussContinue Reading
Pictured above are Michael Beam, Matt Gaskin and Elizabeth Bunn. Palmetto Citizens Federal Credit Union has announced three leadership appointments: Michael Beam as special advisor to the CEO, Elizabeth Bunn as chief financial officer and Matt Gaskin as chief operating officer. “These appointments reflect the depth of our leadership teamContinue Reading
Expert Answer: For many people, the word “trust” brings to mind wealthy families or complex tax planning. In reality, trusts are one of the most practical estate planning tools for ordinary families, including parents of young children, homeowners, and anyone who wants to make things easier for their loved ones. AContinue Reading
COLUMBIA — American Floral has been named a 2026 winner of The Knot Best of Weddings and the 2026 WeddingWire Couples’ Choice Award. According to the company, the recognition marks the business’s 16th consecutive Best of Weddings award and its 15th Couples’ Choice Award, earning Hall of Fame status withContinue Reading
CHAPIN, S.C. – The Greater Chapin Chamber of Commerce has officially announced the nominees for its 2026 Annual Awards Gala: A Night of Reflection. The finalists represent a cross-section of the Chapin business community and are being recognized for excellence in leadership, service, innovation and community investment across five awardContinue Reading
Mark Hammond has announced the launch of a new online registration system for trademarks, service marks and livestock brands through the South Carolina Secretary of State’s Office. “As Secretary of State, I am committed to making it easier for customers to submit filings quickly and efficiently,” Hammond said. “Our newContinue Reading
For the Fifth Time in Six Years Columbia, South Carolina – February 18, 2026 – John G. Manjounes, Principal of GOAT Development Group, has again been recognized as one of the Top 15 Coaches in Columbia, SC by Influence Digest Media, marking his fifth selection in the past six years.Continue Reading