Hospice Care of South Carolina buys Agape Hospice

Hospice Care of South Carolina, a portfolio company of The Vistria Group, has acquired Columbia-based Agape Hospice, creating the one of the largest hospice care providers in the state.

Program aims to boost community revitalization involvement

The Richland County program is called SPEED, which stands for sustainability, planning, education, engagement and development. Its introductory event will be held Feb. 20 and include presentations from the county Business Service Center.

Host, music lineup set for Five Points St. Pat’s Festival

Columbia hip-hop artist and producer FatRat Da Czar will host the day’s entertainment from a central stage as more than 20 bands play 5 stages throughout the annual Five Points festival, in its 38th year. Band of Horses is headlining the event.