MidlandsBiz, a new publication focusing on business success stories in the South Carolina Midlands, has published its first annual issue and launched an impressive website showcasing Columbia-area businesses.

In addition to profiles included in the print issue, the website features:

• Breaking business news
• A regular email newsletter
• Insightful conversations with local business leaders
• Coverage of business events
• Business advice
• A career center 

MidlandsBiz is the brainchild of Alan Cooper, a local publisher and entrepreneur.