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BUSINESS NEWS
First Community Corporation Reports Strong Third Quarter Financials
Columbia, South Carolina, October 23, 2025 News Summary First Community Corporation, based in Columbia, South Carolina, has reported significant financial growth for the third quarter of 2025, with a net income...
Lexington County School District One Awards $10,000 in VEX Robotics Grants
Lexington, South Carolina, October 20, 2025 News Summary The Lexington County School District One has awarded $10,000 in grants through the Michelin VEX Robotics Grant Awards to enhance STEM education for...
Lexington Educators Awarded Bright Ideas Grants
Lexington, SC, October 19, 2025 News Summary Five educators from Lexington School District Two have received Bright Ideas grants from Mid-Carolina Electric Cooperative for their innovative teaching projects. These grants aim...
Voodoo Brewing Co. to Open New Location in Lexington
Lexington, October 19, 2025 News Summary Voodoo Brewing Co. is set to open a new brewpub in downtown Lexington on November 7, creating a vibrant gathering spot for craft beer lovers....
Voodoo Brewing Co. Opens New Brewpub in Lexington, SC
Lexington, SC, October 18, 2025 News Summary Voodoo Brewing Co., renowned for its craft beer, is launching its new brewpub in Lexington, South Carolina, on November 7. The pub, owned by...
Mission Lexington Expands and Relocates to Better Serve the Community
Lexington, October 15, 2025 News Summary Mission Lexington, a primary care organization in Lexington, is expanding its operations by relocating to a larger facility at 1426 N. Lake Dr. The new...
Mission Lexington Expands Operations to Aid More Families
Lexington, SC, October 15, 2025 News Summary Mission Lexington is expanding its facility to better support families in Lexington County facing crises. The new location will increase operational capacity, allowing enhanced...
Enzo’s Delicatessen Relocates to New Location in Columbia
Columbia, October 14, 2025 News Summary Enzo’s Delicatessen has relocated to 612 Whaley St, Columbia, sharing space with Alimentari Don Luigi. This strategic move aims to protect their Italian wine shop...
Lexington Chick-fil-A at Saluda Pointe Reopens with Renovated Drive-Thru
Lexington, October 14, 2025 News Summary The Chick-fil-A Saluda Pointe in Lexington is reopening on October 15, after renovations that included the installation of a new double drive-thru system. This upgrade...
Finance
First Community Corporation Reports Strong Third Quarter Financials
Columbia, South Carolina, October 23, 2025 News Summary First Community Corporation, based in Columbia, South Carolina, has reported significant financial growth for the third quarter of 2025, with a net income...
Nephron Nitrile Faces Major Tax and Debt Issues
Lexington County, South Carolina, September 3, 2025 News Summary Nephron Nitrile, a medical-grade glove manufacturer in Lexington County, is struggling with nearly $1 million in unpaid property taxes and over $7.9...
Lexington County to Close Riverchase Trash Site, Open New Center
Lexington, South Carolina, September 2, 2025 News Summary The Lexington County Solid Waste Management has announced the closure of the Riverchase trash collection site by September. A new facility, the Augusta...
JPMorgan Chase to Open First Branch in Lexington, SC
News Summary JPMorgan Chase Bank is set to open a new 3,400 square foot branch in Lexington, SC, by mid-2026. This will be the bank’s first location in Lexington County,...
Columbia Approves $184 Million Budget Amid Financial Strain
News Summary The Columbia city council has approved a $184 million budget aimed at managing rising costs without increasing taxes for residents. Factors such as mandatory salary increases and operational...
Bank of America to Close Ground-Floor Branch in Columbia
News Summary Bank of America has announced the closure of its ground-floor branch at 1301 Gervais St. in Columbia, scheduled for May 2026. While this reflects a trend of reducing...
Former Car Wash Owner Seeks $4 Million in Damages
News Summary O. Stanley ‘Chip’ Smith, former owner of Constan Car Wash, is suing the city of Columbia for over $4 million. He claims the removal of a retaining wall...
Columbia Faces Job Market Challenges Amid Economic Uncertainty
News Summary Columbia’s job market is stable but faces significant challenges with a 4.2% unemployment rate, mixed economic indicators, and wage disparities. Federal budget cuts have eliminated many jobs, especially...
Lexington County Property Values Expected to Rise
News Summary Residents in Lexington County should prepare for increased home values and property taxes in 2025 due to a mandated five-year reassessment. Assessor Rick Dolan announced that evaluation notices...
CONSTRUCTION
Mission Lexington Expands Operations to Aid More Families
Lexington, SC, October 15, 2025 News Summary Mission Lexington is expanding its facility to better support families in Lexington County facing crises. The new location will increase operational capacity, allowing enhanced...
Dunkin’ at 1120 W. Main St. in Lexington Temporarily Closed for Renovations
Lexington, October 11, 2025 News Summary The Dunkin’ location at 1120 W. Main St. in Lexington is temporarily closed for renovations, leaving customers eager for updates on its reopening. Ongoing construction...
Imminent Closure of Mountain Top Marine in Lexington County
Lexington County, September 24, 2025 News Summary Mountain Top Marine, a family-run boat dealership in Lexington County, is on the verge of closure after suffering significant inventory damage due to a...
Palmetto Cards to Relocate to New Lexington Venue
Lexington, September 18, 2025 News Summary Palmetto Cards, a popular sports card store in Lexington, will move from 404 Main St. to a larger space at 607 Columbia Ave. The new...
Irmo Town Council Approves Annexation and Rezoning for Commercial Development
Irmo, September 17, 2025 News Summary The Irmo Town Council has unanimously approved the annexation and rezoning of approximately 19 acres along Dreher Shoals Road for commercial development. This decision marks...
Revival Plans for Historic Infirmary in Columbia’s Five Points
Columbia, September 16, 2025 News Summary Developers are proposing to restore a 111-year-old infirmary in Columbia’s Five Points neighborhood, transforming it into housing while preserving its historical significance. Originally built in...
Lake Murray Welcomes New Residential Development and Park
Lake Murray, September 14, 2025 News Summary Lake Murray is set to transform with the introduction of the Waterside at Pine Island subdivision featuring 139 new homes and the opening of...
Tradehome Shoes to Open New Store at Columbiana Centre
Columbia, South Carolina, September 10, 2025 News Summary Tradehome Shoes is set to expand its presence in South Carolina with a new location in the Columbiana Centre mall. The store will...
New Board Announced for SMPS Palmetto Chapter
Columbia, SC, September 7, 2025 News Summary The Palmetto Chapter of the Society for Marketing Professional Services (SMPS) has announced its Board of Directors for the upcoming term, featuring seven leaders...
Marketing
Brand Buzz Named Small Business of the Year
News Summary The Columbia Chamber has awarded Brand Buzz the Small Business of the Year honor, recognizing the company’s contributions to the local business community in Lexington, South Carolina. Brand...
Real Estate
Avant Holdings Acquires Historic Whit-Ash Furnishings Property
Columbia, October 12, 2025 News Summary Avant Holdings has acquired the legendary Whit-Ash Furnishings property in Columbia’s Vista district, aiming to transform it into a mixed-use space. The redevelopment will involve...
Trader Joe’s to Open New Grocery Store in Columbia
Columbia, South Carolina, September 30, 2025 News Summary Columbia, South Carolina, is set to welcome a new Trader Joe’s grocery store by late 2025. Located at 275 Harbison Blvd, this expansion...
EDT Relocates Headquarters to New Cayce Office
Cayce, South Carolina, September 27, 2025 News Summary Engineering Design & Testing Corp. (EDT) has moved its headquarters to a new office at 440 Knox Abbott Drive, Cayce, SC. This relocation...
Imminent Closure of Mountain Top Marine in Lexington County
Lexington County, September 24, 2025 News Summary Mountain Top Marine, a family-run boat dealership in Lexington County, is on the verge of closure after suffering significant inventory damage due to a...
Historic Lexington Property Sold for $600,000
Lexington, South Carolina, September 21, 2025 News Summary A historic 3½-acre property located at 401 W. Main St. in Lexington has been sold for $600,000. The sale involves a 100-year-old home...
Palmetto Cards to Relocate to New Lexington Venue
Lexington, September 18, 2025 News Summary Palmetto Cards, a popular sports card store in Lexington, will move from 404 Main St. to a larger space at 607 Columbia Ave. The new...
Irmo Town Council Approves Annexation and Rezoning for Commercial Development
Irmo, September 17, 2025 News Summary The Irmo Town Council has unanimously approved the annexation and rezoning of approximately 19 acres along Dreher Shoals Road for commercial development. This decision marks...
Bierkeller Columbia Revives Local Beer Scene
Columbia, South Carolina, September 16, 2025 News Summary Bierkeller Columbia, a German brewery, is set to open in the former River Rat Brewery space, enhancing beer accessibility in South Carolina. Owner...
Revival Plans for Historic Infirmary in Columbia’s Five Points
Columbia, September 16, 2025 News Summary Developers are proposing to restore a 111-year-old infirmary in Columbia’s Five Points neighborhood, transforming it into housing while preserving its historical significance. Originally built in...