🌱 Columbiana Centre Suspects Denied Bond + Open City Government Jobs

Hey, Columbia! Let's get you all caught up to start this Saturday, April 23 off on an informed note. Here's everything worth knowing today in town.

First, today's weather:

Partly sunny. High: 82 Low: 56.

Here are the top stories today in Columbia:

1. All three suspects have been denied bond in last Saturday's shooting at the Columbiana Centre mall. Nine people were injured by gunfire while six others were hurt fleeing the scene. The suspects now await trial in jail, after being deemed to pose a flight risk by the judge. (WSOC Charlotte)
2. Looking for a job with the Columbia city government? Here are the top job openings available right now. The highest position tops out at a salary of $112,000, with jobs ranging from the city attorney to traffic engineering. See the full list of available positions at the link. (The State)
3. A new seafood restaurant is opening in the Columbia Midlands. Krab Kingz is located on Colonial Life Boulevard and is ready to serve up some seafood. Mayor Daniel Rickenmann spoke at the grand opening on Thursday to celebrate the development. Anyone interested in working with Krab Kingz Columbia can visit the restaurant's website. (Abccolumbia.com)

Today in Columbia:

• McDaniels Subaru Bark to the Park 2022 at Saluda Shoals Park (10:00 AM)
• Scheherazade by South Carolina Philharmonic at Koger Center For The Arts (7:30 PM)
• The Charles Page Trio Presents A Night of Soulful Grooves at Chayz Lounge (8:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Columbia Fireflies congratulated the winners of the Columbia Metropolitan Airport's bullpen box. The bullpen box giveaway will go to more groups throughout the season, so be on the lookout! (Facebook)
• PETSinc shared a cute little meme on the benefits of rescuing a cat: "You can find a friend who will help you clear clutter off the counter." (Facebook)
• Headed to Myrtle Beach? South Carolina Humanities invites you to an upcoming concert. Violins of Hope & Varna International will perform on Sunday. Learn more here. (Facebook)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Saturday! See you tomorrow morning for another update.

— Dan Casarella

About me: Dan Casarella is a writer, podcast producer, and small business development specialist who formerly worked in late-night television. He’s produced many talk segments, including with President Joe Biden, Kobe Bryant, and Chadwick Boseman. Dan studied Media Studies and Production at Temple University. He also enjoys running, painting, and the highs and lows of Philadelphia’s sports teams.