Posts by Phoebe Howie
Dorchester County and Summerville YMCA announce groundbreaking ceremony for new Oakbrook Sports Complex
July 26, 2024
Dorchester County and the Summerville YMCA are excited to announce the groundbreaking ceremony for the new Oakbrook Sports Complex on August 7 at 9:00 AM at 900 Crosscreek Drive in…
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Eric Brown will lead St. John’s football program
July 26, 2024
Eric Brown was named the new St. John’s Islanders Head Football Coach, announced by St. John’s Director of Athletics Henry Campbell. Brown enters his twenty-ninth season, having coached every level…
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Third Scenthound location opens in the Charleston area, 100th store nationwide
July 26, 2024
NAI Charleston is pleased to announce that Scenthound, a dog grooming and wellness retail concept, opened their third store in the Charleston market recently. The new location at 405 Faison…
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The Town of Hilton Head Island and OneStreet Residential solidify public-private partnership for Northpoint Workforce Housing Neighborhood
July 25, 2024
The Town of Hilton Head Island and OneStreet Residential signed a Workforce Housing Development Agreement for an 11-acre tract of Town-owned land at Northpoint Circle. This marks a critical step toward…
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COO featured in statewide business magazine
July 25, 2024
Dr. Tondaleya Green Jackson, Chief Operating Officer of the Center of Excellence for Educator Preparation and Innovation at Voorhees University (EPI Center) is being spotlighted in a magazine recognizing the…
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Grand opening and ribbon cutting for Gadget Boy
July 25, 2024
Gadget Boy, a new boutique electronic store, is opening its doors at 2822 Devine St., Columbia, SC 29205. A ribbon-cutting ceremony will be held on Thursday, August 1, 2024, at…
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Home Telecom makes third $200,000 contribution to SCRA’s tax credit program
July 25, 2024
For the third year in a row, Home Telecom has contributed $200,000 to South Carolina Research Authority’s tax credit program, the Industry Partnership Fund. Commonly called the IPF, this program funds grants…
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Charleston Jazz welcomes Demetrius Doctor as Director of Charleston Jazz Academy
July 25, 2024
Charleston Jazz proudly announces the appointment of Demetrius Doctor as the new Director of the Charleston Jazz Academy. Doctor, a distinguished jazz pianist, composer, arranger, and educator, brings a wealth…
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Strong Investor interest produces successful bond sale to refinance debt, meet new capital needs
July 25, 2024
Refunding Will Save Customers Approximately $180 million Advancing its strategic debt management plan, the Santee Cooper Board of Directors approved the sale of approximately $865 million in bonds to refinance…
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Transitions Vice President of Operations named 2024 Women of Influence honoree
July 25, 2024
The Transitions team is thrilled to announce that Monica Haddock, Vice President of Operations, has been selected as a 2024 Women of Influence honoree. The Women of Influence Awards celebrate…
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Greenville to host ‘Largest Event Ever’ in 2028
July 25, 2024
The world’s largest bowling event is coming to Greenville, bringing significant dollars with it. The Greenville Convention Center will host to the 124th U.S. Bowling Congress (USBC) Open Championships from March…
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Everything Outdoor Fest announces fall return to Historic Hopkins Farm
July 25, 2024
Everything Outdoor Fest is a two-day, family-friendly immersive experience Everything Outdoor Fest returns November 2-3 to Historic Hopkins Farm in Simpsonville. Presented by Prisma Health Roger C. Peace Rehabilitation Hospital, the…
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Richland One looking for volunteers to serve as R1 CHAMPS for 2024-2025 school year
July 23, 2024
Richland One is looking for volunteers to serve as R1 CHAMPS for the 2024-2025 school year. R1 CHAMPS (Caring Hearts Making Positive Shifts) launched in 2023 with the goal of…
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DAV Charitable Service Trust awards a $30,000 grant to Senior Resources to help provide meals to homebound veterans
July 23, 2024
Senior Resources is proud to announce it has received a generous grant of $30,000 from DAV Charitable Service Trust, an increase from last year’s $25,400, to provide vital nutritional support…
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The Gilder Lehrman Institute names Sarah Kelly as 2024 South Carolina History Teacher of the Year
July 23, 2024
The distinguished history educator is one of 53 finalists for the 2024 National History Teacher of the Year Award, set to receive a $1,000 prize and an invaluable collection of…
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Halton MEI USA, Inc. selects Anderson County for first South Carolina operation
July 23, 2024
$2.6 million investment will create 65 new jobs Halton MEI USA, Inc. (Halton), a leader in indoor climate technology, announced it selects Anderson County to establish the company’s first South…
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Grand opening ceremony for More Vegan Cafe
July 23, 2024
The City of Columbia’s Office of Business Opportunities hosted the ribbon cutting ceremony for More Vegan Cafe, located at 4622 North Main Street, Columbia, SC 29203, celebrating the new establishment.…
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SC Launch Inc. announces third investment in Bubble Paper
July 23, 2024
South Carolina Research Authority’s investment affiliate, SC Launch Inc., has invested $250,000 in Bubble Paper as part of a $10 million Series A funding round. The Greenville-based company is revolutionizing the packaging industry with its…
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CLEAR now offers TSA PreCheck enrollment at GSP
July 23, 2024
CLEAR, an authorized TSA PreCheck enrollment provider, is expanding its services at Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport (GSP) by adding TSA PreCheck enrollments to its offerings. CLEAR, which has been providing expedited…
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Richland Two invites Hispanic families to Fiesta Conexiones on Thursday, July 25, 2024
July 23, 2024
All Richland School District Two Hispanic families are invited to Fiesta Conexiones, on Thursday, July 25, 2024. Fiesta Conexiones will be held at Forest Lake Elementary School, 6801 Brookfield Road,…
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The Cooperative Ministry has new board chair
July 22, 2024
Stephanie Yandle, Customer Experience Manager, Research & Information, at BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina, has been elected as the 2024-2026 chair of The Cooperative Ministry’s board of directors. The board…
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Research foundation quietly the epicenter of collaboration at Clemson
July 22, 2024
If you asked a random person walking across the Clemson University campus what “CURF” is, they’d most likely say they don’t know or guess it’s a kind of soil or…
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Doug Hallenbeck named Vice President for Student Affairs
July 22, 2024
Doug Hallenbeck has been named Vice President for Student Affairs at Clemson University, following approval from the Board of Trustees Compensation Committee on July 18. Hallenbeck returns to Clemson after…
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SCDOT and City of Charleston announce safety enhancement project along Morrison Drive
July 22, 2024
Officials from the South Carolina Department of Transportation and the City of Charleston announced the details of a safety enhancement project along Morrison Drive between Johnson Street and Blake Street…
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Venture Carolina launches a new fund to invest in Upstate Upstarts
July 22, 2024
Venture Carolina, through its Upstate Upstarts program, is pleased to announce a new way to support early stage companies in the Upstate of South Carolina. The Upstate Upstarts List is…
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New Guidelines announced for public comments at Hilton Head Island Town meetings
July 22, 2024
Residents and other members of the public who wish to address the Town of Hilton Head Island council members must now follow new guidelines that took effect on July 1.…
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DESA welcomes Veronica Adamson as Project Engineer
July 22, 2024
DESA, Inc. announced that Veronica Adamson, PE has joined its Engineering Services team as Project Engineer. Adamson will be responsible for the management and design of transportation projects, water and…
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NAI Columbia welcomes new brokerage associate
July 22, 2024
NAI Columbia recently welcomed Sam Edens to the Columbia brokerage team. Edens joins the Columbia office as a brokerage associate specializing in retail. He will work alongside Patrick Palmer, CCIM…
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Prisma Health and UnitedHealthcare reach new multi-year agreement
July 22, 2024
Prisma Health is back in-network for UnitedHealthcare Prisma Health and UnitedHealthcare (United) have reached a new multi-year agreement. The new agreement ensures that Prisma Health hospitals, physician practices and other…
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First Choice makes going back to school easy and fun in Columbia
July 19, 2024
Jump-Start Back-to-School will offer school supplies, backpacks, and more on July 20, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. What Select Health of South Carolina’s First Choice health plan will host its first Jump-Start Back-to-School event…
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Mirci receives $160,000 from United Way of the Midlands to support general operations
July 19, 2024
Mirci is proud to announce that it will receive $160,000 from United Way of the Midlands to support program operations for the 2024-2025 fiscal year. The grant will be used…
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Town of Irmo renames Community Park in honor of Jake Moore, Sr.
July 19, 2024
Moore Bradley Myers Senior Partner, S. Jahue “Jake” Moore, Sr., was recognized by the Town of Irmo for his years of dedication to conservation, beautification, literacy and community service. At the July…
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Smoked reflects on its success of the Blue Zone Dinner collaboration & what is to come for Columbia
July 19, 2024
Smoked, an award-winning Main Street restaurant and bar, presented Columbia’s first Blue Zone Dinner on June 27th. The evening took guests on a culinary journey inspired by the blue zone…
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Trio Solutions Inc. expands team and services
July 19, 2024
Trio Solutions Inc. (TRIO), a marketing communications agency in Mount Pleasant, has expanded its team and line of services to handle the agency’s growth and new market opportunities. With the…
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Five Points officially unveils new mural
July 18, 2024
The latest permanent art installation by artist, Shelby LeBlanc, unveiled in the Five Points district The Five Points Association hosted an official unveiling reception of their newest permanent art installation,…
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Cheryl Lang promoted to President & CEO of Tindall Corporation
July 18, 2024
Tindall Corporation, a leading provider of precast, prestressed concrete solutions, is proud to announce the promotion of Cheryl Lang to the position of President & CEO of the company effective…
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NAI Columbia announces June 2024 transactions
July 18, 2024
Sales: Ben Kelly, CCIM, Patrick Chambers, and Jack Springs, sold ±5.35 acres at Western Lane and Broad River Road in Irmo, SC. The land sold for $5,000,000. Ben Kelly, CCIM…
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The City of Charleston launches annual School Supply Drive for the 21st First Day Festival
July 18, 2024
The City of Charleston is proud to announce the kickoff of its annual School Supply Drive in support of the upcoming First Day Festival. While the First Day Festival will…
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SC Ports sees 7% cargo growth in June
July 18, 2024
Wando Welch Terminal achieved an all-time record year, moving more than 1.2 million containers. (Photo/SCPA/English Purcell) South Carolina Ports finished fiscal year 2024 strong with a 7% uptick in container…
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Tickets are on sale now for Sync for Survivors!
July 18, 2024
Don’t miss a beat – Sync for Survivor tickets are now on sale! All proceeds support the Cancer Survivors Park Alliance. Tickets are $125 per person and include mouth-watering bites…
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The Citadel Board of Visitors approves tuition rates for 2024-25 academic year
July 18, 2024
During a June meeting, The Citadel Board of Visitors voted not to raise in-state cadet tuition for the upcoming academic year. At the same meeting, the BOV also voted to…
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Gov. McMaster, Sen. Graham, Rep. Clyburn announce SCDOT awarded $175 million to replace bridges on I-95 over Lake Marion
July 18, 2024
Governor Henry McMaster, U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham, and U.S. Congressman James E. Clyburn announced the South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) has been awarded $175 million by the Federal Highway…
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SCDOT to hold a drop-in public information meeting in Beaufort County
July 18, 2024
Intersection improvements proposed at SC 116 (Laurel Bay Road) and S-597 (Stanley Farm Road) SCDOT will hold a drop-in public information meeting on Thursday, August 1, 2024 regarding a proposed…
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State Museum to showcase Black Culinary Traditions with Harvesting Heritage event series
July 17, 2024
After-hours events launch this August, featuring local chefs, special tastings and more The South Carolina State Museum is excited to announce the Fall series of Harvesting Heritage events. In partnership…
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Magnus Development completes 210,600-square-foot speculative industrial building near Scout Motors
July 17, 2024
Magnus Development Partners announced its latest speculative construction project in Central South Carolina, Access 77, is complete. The 210,600-square-foot speculative industrial facility—aptly named for its proximity to Interstate 77—is adjacent…
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Columbia Parks & Recreation Department announces fall 2024 After School Programs at 4 facilities with programs beginning on Aug. 8
July 17, 2024
The Columbia Parks & Recreation Department announces enrollment for fall 2024 After School Programs at four City of Columbia park facilities. The programs, which begin on Thursday, Aug. 8, are…
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City Council highlights | July 16, 2024
July 17, 2024
Before the evening’s City Council meeting, City Council was presented a Parking Rate Study at the City Council Work Session from WGI out of Charlotte, NC. The study detailed past…
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The City of Charleston’s livability and tourism department to facilitate annual Operation Moveout from July 31-August 5
July 16, 2024
The City of Charleston will be conducting the annual Operation Moveout collection program to help remove trash and bulk items from crowded downtown streets with the high volume of lease…
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USC announces “A Celebration of Dawn Staley” featuring Robin Roberts
July 16, 2024
The University of South Carolina announced the third annual “A Celebration of Dawn Staley” featuring co-anchor of ABC’s Good Morning America, Robin Roberts, who will sit down with Staley for a…
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Sydney Lanham joins Colliers | South Carolina as Brokerage Associate in Columbia
July 16, 2024
Colliers | South Carolina announced Sydney Lanham as its newest Brokerage Associate in the Columbia office. Sydney will be working with Mary Winter Teaster on the Columbia office brokerage team…
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