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
Popular Midlands gardening center and nursery Wingard’s Market has been nominated for the prestigious USA TODAY 10BEST Readers’ Choice Awards in the category of Best Plant Nursery, a national recognition honoring outstanding garden centers across the country. Wingard’s is currently ranked #1, but public votes are needed to secure theContinue Reading
Fresh on the Menu has launched its 2026 People’s Choice Awards, inviting diners statewide to vote for their favorite restaurants that support South Carolina farmers by sourcing local ingredients. Fresh on the Menu is a sister program of Certified South Carolina and recognizes restaurants that commit to sourcing at leastContinue Reading
Palmetto Citizens Federal Credit Union, a member-owned, not-for-profit financial institution serving the Midlands and beyond, is marking 90 years of service in 2026. Founded in 1936 as the Columbia Teachers Credit Union, the organization has grown into one of South Carolina’s most recognized credit unions while maintaining its core missionContinue Reading
Mast General Store’s annual Be a Sweetheart event, which raises funds for local food banks, is scheduled for Feb. 14–15. For the past 23 years, Mast General Store has matched each pound of bulk candy purchased during Sweetheart weekend with a $1 donation to its local food security partner. HarvestContinue Reading
Columbia, S.C. — Marketing, communications and business professionals are invited to attend The Marketing Summit on Wednesday, Feb. 4, at Harbison Theatre in Irmo. Presented by Capital City/Lake Murray Country and Experience Columbia SC, the half-day event will run from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., with registration opening at 8:30Continue Reading
Chapin Intermediate School student Coco Li and teacher Jennie Goforth have been recognized as the Student and Teacher of the Month by the Chapin Chamber of Commerce. “Coco Li is a sixth grader who possesses an impressive range of talents,” said Principal Brent Davis. “She sings, plays both the pianoContinue Reading
What is OBBBA? The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) was signed into law on July 4, 2025, making tax provisions that were scheduled to expire at the conclusion of 2025 permanent under the law. The OBBBA directly impacts your tax situation, your retirement, funding and paying for education, andContinue Reading
Prisma Health Urgent Care has opened a new center in Ballentine, expanding access to same-day care for residents in the Irmo and Dutch Fork communities. The facility, located at 1085 Dutch Fork Road, opened December 15 and provides walk-in treatment for non-life-threatening illnesses and injuries. The Ballentine location operates dailyContinue Reading
Local restaurant owners, food truck operators, caterers, and other food-based businesses can learn how to attract media attention at Lights, Camera, Flavor., a media masterclass set for January 12 from 10 a.m. to noon at the Cathy Novinger Leadership Center, 1107 Williams Street, Columbia. Hosted by Khali Gallman, CEO ofContinue Reading
COLUMBIA — Junior Achievement of Greater South Carolina (JAGSC) has received a three-year, $75,000 commitment from Colonial Life to support its JA Finance Park Mobile program. JA Finance Park is Junior Achievement’s capstone initiative for personal financial planning and career exploration. Through a combination of classroom curriculum and hands-on simulation,Continue Reading
State Treasurer Curtis Loftis announced that the South Carolina Treasurer’s Office generated $1.7 billion in investment earnings over the past year, providing significant financial support for public schools, roads, public safety initiatives, and local governments across the state. “This $1.7 billion benefits the taxpayers in the form of stronger schools,Continue Reading