Columbia, SC – Diesel Laptops, a Columbia-based provider of diagnostic tools for commercial truck and equipment repair, celebrated its 10th anniversary on March 7. During the celebration, Richland County Council Vice Chair Derrek Pugh (District 2) delivered remarks, recognizing the company’s growth and impact over the past decade. Since itsContinue Reading

LEXINGTON, S.C. – The Lexington County Sheriff’s Department has received new underwater sonar devices to assist in search and rescue operations on Lake Murray, thanks to a $16,000 grant from the Dominion Energy Charitable Foundation. During a March 11 ceremony at Bundrick Island, Dominion Energy South Carolina President Keller KissamContinue Reading

Columbia, S.C. – Capital City/Lake Murray Country proudly celebrates Rick Lackland, Director of Sales & Marketing at DoubleTree by Hilton Columbia, for being named Sales/Marketing/Catering Employee of the Year at the 2025 Stars of the Hospitality Industry Awards, presented by the South Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association (SCRLA). This prestigiousContinue Reading

The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has announced Melissa Lindler has been named as the District Director for the U.S. Small Business Administration’s South Carolina District Office located in Columbia. As District Director Lindler will oversee SBA operations across the state, ensuring entrepreneurs and small business owners have access toContinue Reading

Mast General Store’s Be a Sweetheart campaign has provided neighbors in need with healthy meals for 22 years. In parts of the Mast Store region during a typical year, one in eight people lack access to sufficient food resources. This year, following Hurricane Helene last September, the need for foodContinue Reading

February 3, 2025 [Columbia, SC] — Columbia Eye, the Midlands largest medical surgical ophthalmology practice, is proud to announce the overwhelmingly positive results of a year-long patient customer service survey. Throughout 2024, Columbia Eye used a third-party platform to survey patients in several measures of customer service. The results showedContinue Reading

By Al Dozier Local lawmakers say the increasing impact of rising insurance rates on restaurants and nightclubs is creating a crisis in the business community. It’s often called “liquor liability.” But Rep. Micah Caskey, R-Lexington, said it’s not going to be easy to fix the problem.“It’s complicated,” said Caskey, aContinue Reading

By JB Beckett, Beckett Financial Group As we head into 2025, many Americans are prioritizing financial stability by focusing on two key goals: building emergency savings and reducing debt. These steps are vital as the economy continues to recover, offering a safety net against unexpected expenses like layoffs, home repairs,Continue Reading