Hood Happenings: August – October 2025
Our team has kept busy over the past few months!
From ribbon cuttings to our annual oyster roast, we created many memories with our wonderful clients, team, and project partners.
See what we’ve been up to below!
August Highest Safety Score
August’s Highest Safety Score went to our team working on Sylvan’s Jewelers in the Vista.
Horry Georgetown Technical College Ribbon Cutting
August 4, 2025 – We celebrated the dedication of the newest addition to Horry Georgetown Technical College’s Grand Strand campus, the Nursing and Health Sciences Institute. The project team completed the renovation and expansion of HGTC’s 14,100 SF historic building into 20,000 SF to facilitate the college’s nursing and healthcare programs. Read more here.
Central Carolina Technical College Dedication Ceremony
August 5, 2025 – We proudly celebrated the grand opening of Central Carolina Technical College’s newest academic building on their main campus in Sumter. The new three-story 62,980 SF provides a centralized home to a variety of student services currently spread out across multiple buildings at CCTC. Read more here.
Russell House Garnet Station Grand Opening
August 15, 2025 – We joined USC community members for the grand opening of the recently completed on-campus dining hall, Garnet Station. Located on the first floor of USC’s Russell House Union, Garnet Station provides a central, modern dining area for students, offering multiple serving stations and over 500 new student dining seats. Read more here.
Saluda Skyride Grand Opening
August 28, 2025 – We celebrated the completion of the Saluda Skyride at Riverbanks Zoo & Garden. Located at the heart of the zoo, the skyride spans over 1,700 ft and soars approximately 90 ft above the Saluda River, offering visitors an efficient and scenic way to travel between Riverbanks’ two campuses. Read more here.
September Safest Jobsite
Our September Highest Safety Score went to our team working on the Sumter Opera Renovations in the City of Sumter.
Original Six Foundation Sponsor
September 2025 – We’re honored to support the Original Six Foundation’s 7th Annual Clay Shoot to support educational programming in rural SC schools.
Amerisure Safety Award
September 10, 2025 – We’re proud to be awarded by Amerisure in recognition of our time worked without a lost-time incident or an OSHA recordable. This award comes from a strong culture of safety at all levels of Hood Construction that’s persisted over two decades. We’re honored to receive this award for the second time and celebrate the achievement with our team.
Urban Land Institute SC (ULI) Gather Tour
September 17, 2025 – We gathered with the Urban Land Institute for a special preview tour at one of our ongoing projects at GATHER COLA. Set to open later this fall, GATHER COLA is sure to be a new favorite destination for Columbia residents and visitors alike. See more here.
Wellness Day
October 2, 2025 – Each year, we prioritize the health and well-being of our team by offering wellness services right here in our office. All teammates had the opportunity to receive vaccinations, wellness screenings, and personalized support from our trusted healthcare partners at our annual Wellness Day. See more here.
Columbia Chamber Partner of the Year
October 2, 2025 – Hood Construction is honored to be named the Columbia Chamber’s Partner of the Year for 2025. Read more here.
Fall Fair at Shandon United Methodist Church
October 7, 2025 – Austin Hood joined Shandon United Methodist Church for their annual Fall Fest to share with his son’s class all about construction. And of course, brought along some goodies and equipment for the kids to check out!
Midlands Regional Talent Summit
October 8, 2025 – We joined Midlands Technical College at the Columbia Convention Center for their Midlands Business Summit. Hood Construction President & CEO, Mark Hood joined in on a panel to discuss the important subject of the employee talent needs of regional businesses. It was an honor to participate in this event alongside our trusted client.
Oyster Roast
October 22, 2025 – Another year, another great oyster roast! We had the best time catching up with friends from all over the state over fresh oysters, cold beer, and live music. See more here.
Fore the Foundation Grand Golf Tournament
October 23, 2025 – A few Hood team members participated in the Fore the Foundation Grand Golf Tournament at Golden Hills Golf & Country Club for a fun round of golf in support of the Lexington County School District One Educational Foundation.
Camp Cole Pumpkin Palooza
October 23, 2025 – Hood teammates Patty and Maryann participated in Camp Coles’s trick-or-treat event, Pumpkin Palooza for the second year in a row. Each year, Camp Cole hosts a trick-or-treat community event to raise money to go towards providing camp opportunities to individuals with illnesses, disabilities, and life challenges.
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