South Carolina native's first book finds its way to Barnes & Noble Bookshelves. From a childhood on Horrell Hill to a global marketing career, Hopkins native becomes a published author.
Blythewood, SC — July 4, 2026 — Local Midlands author Ken Roach, Ph.D. announces the release of Kenney Penney: The Church Shoes, the first installment in his five-part children's book series. …
For nearly 50 years, a dusty crawlspace beneath the family home of the late African American photographer Richard Samuel Roberts was the resting place of more than 5,000 glass plate negatives depicting the everyday life of the Black middle class...
The Arts Center of Kershaw County has been awarded a $15,000 grant from the Duke Energy Foundation through its America250 initiative, a statewide effort supporting programs that preserve local history and expand civic learning as the nation...
EF (Education First), a global provider of culturally immersive education, has announced a landmark collaboration with the Anne Frank House (Amsterdam) and the Anne Frank Center at the University of South Carolina. Through this partnership,...
$13.2 million investment transforms former Piggly Wiggly into Midlands’ premier entertainment venue, with grand opening events June 26–28
By popular demand, EdVenture’s Mascot Meetup is back for its second year, bringing another day of smiles, high-fives, and "larger-than-life" fun to the Midlands. On Wednesday, June 17, from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., families are invited to...
44,000 Sq. Ft. Destination Seeks 140+ Team Members Across All Departments Ahead of Summer Opening
The African American Historical Society of Irmo (AAHSI) invites the community to honor the past and inspire the future at the 6th Annual Irmo Juneteenth Celebration. This family-friendly event will take place on Friday, June 19, from 3:00 PM to...
The City of Orangeburg, in collaboration with Orangeburg County and the Orangeburg Historical Society, is proud to announce the inaugural Orangeburg Heritage Festival: Roots, Culture and Rhythms on Friday, June 19 from 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM in...
South Carolina ETV and Public Radio (SCETV) programs have been honored with five Telly Awards. The Telly Awards honor excellence in video and television across all screens and are judged by leaders from video platforms, television, streaming...
South Carolina ETV (SCETV) received five Emmy Awards from the Regional Southeast Chapter of the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (NATAS) at the 2026 Southeast Regional Emmy® Awards held May 16 in Atlanta, Georgia. The following...
The South Carolina Philharmonic announces its 2026–2027 season, Find Your Sound, a compelling lineup of concerts exploring identity, connection, and the power of music to reflect the human experience. The season at the Koger Center for the Arts...
Movie merchandise on Amazon tied to this year's biggest releases generated $97.4 million in revenue and sold 4.48 million units in March 2026, a new study by Omnisend finds. Sales are highly concentrated,...
Henry McMaster, Governor of South Carolina, has officially proclaimed April 6–11, 2026 as Children’s Museum Week, recognizing the vital role children’s museums play in fostering curiosity, creativity, and a lifelong love of learning. Led by the...
Gov. Henry McMaster last week appointed Russell “Patrick” Davis to serve as South Carolina's Poet Laureate. "Throughout his career, Patrick Davis has used music and words to tell the stories of our people, and we are proud to have him represent...
This week, Able South Carolina (Able SC) and Historic Columbia officially unveiled People, Not Patients, a collaborative project funded by SC Humanities that documents the lived experiences of people with disabilities and mental health conditions...
The South Carolina Philharmonic (SC Phil), in partnership with Palmetto Citizens Federal Credit Union, has announced a special offer for South Carolina educators. The new Palmetto Citizens Educator Discount provides a 50 percent discount on...
Robert Hughes IIIPresident Hughes Development Corporation Robert Hughes III has worked with the family-owned Hughes Development Corporation since 2012, stepping into the role of president in 2016. Hughes Development Corporation has played an...
Jesica MackeyChairwoman, Richland County Council Vice President, NP Strategy Elected in 2020, Jesica Mackey serves as chairwoman of Richland County Council representing District 9 in northeast Columbia. Following through on her commitment to...