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Social Media Coordinator at ByFarr
Chesson Merritt
Chesson is a Columbia native that loves to share her passion about all things local through her writing and photography. She enjoys exploring the South, one craft brewery at a time, with her husband and daughter and running local 5k races. You can spot her behind the lens of a camera, cheering on Clemson, or biking around Kiawah Island. At ByFarr, she creates social media content and works with clients to tell their stories.
South Carolina’s motto, Animis Opibusque Parati, is one that can be easily applied to the work that Nephron Pharmaceuticals does for our community and state.
From perusing shopping districts to online options, you can take care of everyone on your “nice list” by shopping small and supporting local.
“It’s always about the people. Always. And while you must make a profit to give back, it is the impact on others that should be the guiding light.”
Here in the Midlands, there are over 500 nonprofit organizations working hard to make a positive impact on our community.
A key component of the Able South Carolina mission is to equip people with disabilities with tools to foster pride and to direct their own lives.
There is a remarkable moment that happens when we uncover a true passion that is destined to make an impact in our lives and the lives of others.
Experience Columbia SC's mission is to drive economic impact to our local community by marketing and selling the region as a premiere destination for meetings and conventions, trade shows, special events, sports, and leisure travel.
"I like working large," Ija said. "The bigger the project, the better. Murals, busses, it doesn't matter to me."
When it comes to advocating for disability rights and justice, Able South Carolina is not only leading the charge in our state, but their efforts are also causing major ripple effects nationwide and beyond.
There are an abundance of theatre productions, live music performances, and art displays for all to enjoy. Dive into the variety of fantastic ways to appreciate the coming of autumn here in our Capital City!
It’s the perfect time of year to spend an afternoon outside! Here are four picnic ideas for you to enjoy, complete with locations and what to pack in your basket.
Does your ideal dinner out include a stop along Main Street for drinks on a rooftop bar before dining at a Cajun-Creole restaurant in the shadow of the South Carolina State House? Or are you looking for a farm-to-table experience followed by an early evening at a local craft brewery?
