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Viewpoint: Barrier islands aren’t made to last
Development on barrier islands requires careful planning by state and local governments and construction with an eye toward conservation, writes Mississippi State University assistant professor Anna Linhoss.
A’ja Wilson to address 2019 WREN summit
The former Gamecock great and 2018 WNBA rookie of the year will be the keynote speaker at the Women's Rights and Empowerment Network's third annual state summit in April.
Historic Babcock building catches fire
The historic Babcock Building, a former hospital located in the BullStreet District, caught fire last night, the Columbia Fire Department reported. The blaze was extinguished around 10 p.m., and no injuries were reported.
Experts’ economic forecast for 2019 remains positive
Speakers at the 38th Annual Economic Outlook Conference at USC's Darla Moore School of Business expect economic expansion to continue and unemployment to drop, though automotive tariffs present a concern.
USC to play host to 2018 Economic Outlook Conference
The annual event will feature university economists and government leaders sharing insight and information about economic development opportunities in South Carolina and the U.S.
Richland Library Farmers Market to celebrate anniversary
The market, which averages more than 100 sales a week, will mark its one-year anniversary with music and an author meet-and-greet on Wednesday.
Mayor’s Campaign Against Breast Cancer breakfast set for Friday
Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin will host the annual Mayor's Campaign Against Breast Cancer Isabel Law Breakfast on Friday from 6 a.m. until 9 a.m. in the City Hall parking lot.
Trick or treat on Main Street on Halloween
Richland Library will play host to its annual Not-So-Spooky Halloween Stroll on Wednesday. From 3 to 5 p.m., trick-or-treaters can take part in holiday-themed activities at the main branch before visiting Main Street merchants.
City of Cayce water tank wins national award
The new tank was picked as the people's choice in an annual contest sponsored by coatings manufacturer Tnemec. The tank is now in the running for the company's 2019 tank of the year.
Study: Uninsured rate in S.C. ranks high
A WalletHub study found that nearly 11% of S.C. residents are uninsured, ranking the state 42nd in a survey of the 50 states. The study also ranked 547 U.S. cities, including five in South Carolina.
Hurricane Michael leaves trail of destruction, power outages
South Carolina received mostly wind from Hurricane Michael, which was downgraded to a tropical storm after crossing from Florida and into Georgia. Thousands of Midlands homes and businesses lost power from the winds.
New historical marker to be unveiled downtown
The marker will stand in front of the home of a prominent black family who lived in Columbia during the Reconstruction era. Theophilus Minton graduated from USC's law school in 1876 and worked in the state senate and treasurer's offices.
