BLYTHEWOOD – A proposed two-building commercial development at 702 University Village Drive in the Food Lion shopping center on Blythewood Road received approval from the Town of Blythewood’s Board of Architectural Review (BAR) this week after developers returned with revised plans addressing concerns raised during an earlier review. The project, located on two parcels in […]
Scout Motors opening applications for assembly line workers
February 19, 2026 By
COLUMBIA — Electric vehicle maker Scout Motors plans to open up applications in the coming weeks for its first round of assembly line workers at its South Carolina plant. The Volkswagen subsidiary is on schedule to roll its first round of test vehicles off the line by the end of the year, and it’s looking […]
Hare named Fairfield County Chamber President, CEO
February 19, 2026 By
WINNSBORO – The Board of Directors of the Fairfield County Chamber of Commerce has announced the hiring of Stacy Rowe Hare as the Chamber’s new president and chief executive officer. “Following a comprehensive search process, the board unanimously selected Hare to lead the Chamber into its next chapter of growth, member engagement, and business development,” […]
Two office buildings break ground in Blythewood
February 12, 2026 By
BLYTHEWOOD – After being awarded a Certificate of Appropriateness from the Town’s Board of Architectural Review last year, and several delays, Developer Ken Queen has broken ground on two new office buildings on a lot he owns at 400 Main St. in downtown Blythewood. “Crews began site work last week, stripping topsoil and starting grading,” Queen […]
BAR requests revisions for proposed buildings near Food Lion
January 22, 2026 By
BLYTHEWOOD – Blythewood’s Board of Architectural Review on Tuesday deferred action on a certificate of appropriateness for proposed designs for two new commercial buildings planned at 702 University Village Drive. The board asked developers to revise the architecture to better reflect the town’s existing character before returning for approval. The project, presented by representatives of The […]
Fairfield Electric gives back during holiday season
January 8, 2026 By
On Monday, Dec. 22, Fairfield Electric donated 70 turkey dinners to local communities through area human service agencies. Agency reps picked up their donations from the Fairfield Electric office. Combined with the 70 dinners donated at Thanksgiving, Fairfield Electric has given 140 meals to the community during the 2025 holiday season.
Fairway24 brings virtual golf to Blythewood
December 30, 2025 By
BLYTHEWOOD – There’s going to be a new way to play golf in Blythewood – it’s called virtual golf and will soon be available at Fairway24 Golf, located at 733-4 University Village in the Food Lion Shopping Center. According to leasing agent Amy Stuck with the Vireo Group in Columbia, the 1,200 square-foot indoor virtual […]
Blythewood Medical Park is accepting appointments
December 23, 2025 By
BLYTHEWOOD – As Blythewood continues to grow, Lexington Health is moving in to meet the rising demand for local medical services. The health system officially opened the doors to its new Blythewood Medical Park last week, located at 230 Red Hawk Way. The 21,300-square-foot facility currently serves as the home of Blythewood Family Medicine, a […]
Hotel Everett and Carlisle’s restaurant expected to open in mid-January
December 18, 2025 By
WINNSBORO – A landmark of Winnsboro’s history is opening an exciting new era. The former Fairfield Inn, at 601 S. Congress St., is being transformed into Hotel Everett, a luxury boutique hotel, and Carlisle’s, a fine dining restaurant. Both are expected to open by the end of January, and 2026 bookings for weddings, corporate events […]
Jersey Mike’s opens on Blythewood Road
December 17, 2025 By
BLYTHEWOOD – A new option for sub sandwiches has arrived on Blythewood Road. Jersey Mike’s Subs officially opened its doors on Wednesday, Dec. 17, at 135 Blythewood Road. To mark the grand opening, franchise owners Daniel Mustian and Rodger Blake-Ward are hosting a five-day fundraiser to benefit the Special Olympics of South Carolina. From Wednesday […]
