On December 8, AMERICAN SpiralWeld Pipe Company, a subsidiary of AMERICAN Cast Iron Pipe Company, announced plans to expand operations in Richland County. The $40 million investment will create 100 new jobs. AMERICAN SpiralWeld Pipe Company manufactures steel pipe in diameters up to 144 inches. Spiral welded steel pipe applications include transmission, distribution, and collection lines for water and wastewater; […]
$40 million investment & 100 new jobs coming to Richland County
AMERICAN SpiralWeld Pipe Co. expanding operations in Richland County
Bennett named 2022 United Way of the Midlands Humanitarian of the Year
United Way of the Midlands will honor James A. Bennett as the 2022 Humanitarian of the Year award recipient on February 17, 2022, at the University of South Carolina Alumni Center. The Humanitarian of the Year Award is given each year to individuals who clearly demonstrate extraordinary leadership in philanthropic and human services. It is the highest single honor of […]
Lexington Two breaks ground on new performing arts center & district office
Gray overcast skies couldn’t damper the mood of Lexington Two officials as they held a groundbreaking ceremony for a new performing arts center and district office Tuesday, December 7. “This project is symbolic of the transition from the district’s referendum period toward future opportunities for our students, employees, and communities,” Lexington District Two Superintendent Dr. Nicholas Wade said. “This facility […]
Historic Eutawville—Part 5: Homes Lost
From the early settlement of South Carolina, the short Ashley and Cooper Rivers provided access to low country plantations, homes to many of South Carolina’s leading families. In the 1790s, a canal connected the Santee and Cooper rivers providing a navigable water route from Charleston to Columbia. Eventually, railroads replaced the canal, but the dream of a water way connecting […]
Sunnybrook
Excerpt No. 50 from Mike Maddock’s novel available now on AmazonEditor’s Note: We are pleased to publish Mike Maddock’s novel, Sunnybrook, in its entirety as a “50 Something” weekly series for 2021. All published excerpts will also be available on our website, www.TheColumbiaStar.com. Chapter 11 (Cont’d) “Are you okay?” David asked. Joey nodded his head confidently to reassure his dad. “Are you coming home?” “In a little while,” Joey said. […]
Homespun Holidays are just on TV
I’m just saying...Have you ever noticed that during any holiday the “do-it-yourselfers” come out of the woodwork? I find it daunting some people can find the time to do some of these things…especially at Christmas and Hanukkah! I mean, we have all these long lists of things to do for the holidays; yet, every single morning and afternoon talk show always has […]
REAL ESTATE
Poogan’s Southern Kitchen coming to Cardinal CrossingColliers | South Carolina has announced that Poogan’s Southern Kitchen will be the newest tenant to join the Cardinal Crossing development at 4605 Forest Drive in Forest Acres. Rox Pollard and Danny Bonds of Colliers represented The Beach Company as the landlord, and George Wilson of Adams & Wilson Development represented Poogan’s Hospitality Group as the tenant in the transaction. […]
FOLKS ABOUT TOWN
Turn90 founder and executive director Amy Barch has been selected as one of 20 South Carolina leaders for Liberty Fellowship’s Class of 2023. Mickey Layden, president/CEO of LCK, has been named to Columbia Regional Business Report’s 2021 Women of Influence. Liz McCary, vice president of Marketing for Colliers | South Carolina has been named to Columbia Regional Business Report’s 2021 […]
ATTORNEYS
Gary T. Pope Jr., an attorney concentrating in public finance and government law with Pope Flynn, a Columbia-based law firm, has been elected president of South Carolina’s John Belton O’Neall Inn of Court for 2022- 2023.
Richland County continues COVID-19 vaccine incentive events
The Richland County Council met in person at the Council Chambers in the Richland County Administration Building, 2020 Hampton Street, Third Floor, at 6 p.m. on December 7. The meeting was also available to the public virtually on YouTube Livestream on the Richland County YouTube Channel. All members were present: Council Member Bill Malinowski (District One), Council Member Derrek Pugh […]