United Community Bank strengthens commercial lending leadership

January 25, 2021

United Community Bank announced a new leader for its growing Middle Market and Asset Based Lending divisions. Experienced banker John Thompson has been named Middle Market and Asset Based Lending…

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Mattern & Craig Engineers & Surveyors welcomes Tom Goodwin

January 24, 2021

Mattern & Craig Engineers & Surveyors announced that Thomas K. Goodwin, PE has joined the firm in the role of Transportation Division Manager for Virginia. In this role, Tom will…

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Make-A-Wish South Carolina recognizes eight women in South Carolina for philanthropic achievement

January 24, 2021

On January 21, 2021, Make-A-Wish® South Carolina had the pleasure of recognizing eight South Carolina women for their philanthropic achievements via a virtual award ceremony. Each dynamic woman was a…

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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis announces SC maintains high credit ratings, despite COVID-19 pandemic and its economic impacts

January 22, 2021

State Treasurer Curtis Loftis announced that South Carolina continues to maintain high bond ratings with the three major credit rating agencies. In preparation for a January bond issuance, Moody’s Investors…

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Celebrate an early start to Black History Month with Richland Library

January 22, 2021

Richland Library is starting the celebration a little early. Join us for Black History Month Fair 2021: The Jubilation Begins from 10:30 a.m. – 7:30 p.m., Saturday, January 30. The…

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Central Carolina Community Foundation distributes $7.2 million in grants and scholarships during first half of fiscal year

January 22, 2021

Central Carolina Community Foundation, the Midlands’ local center for philanthropy, and its donors are pleased to announce that during the first half of the 2020-2021 fiscal year (July 1, 2020…

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LS3P’s Mary Beth Sims Branham named Top 50 Most Influential People

January 22, 2021

LS3P congratulated Principal, Vice President, and Office Leader Mary Beth Sims Branham, AIA, who has been named two years in a row as one of Columbia’s top 50 Most Influential…

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Richland County receives national honor for budgeting

January 21, 2021

Richland County’s Budget and Grants Management Office has earned the highest honor in governmental budgeting for the 26th consecutive year. The Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) recently presented a Distinguished…

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Federation of Families of South Carolina to hold Statewide Art Contest for the South Carolina Children’s Mental Health Awareness Poster

January 21, 2021

Did you know that 1 in 5 children and youth in South Carolina experiences a mental health condition in a given year? The Federation of Families of South Carolina (FFSC)…

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Richland Library introduces new Artist & Entrepreneur-in-Residence

January 21, 2021

With the New Year underway, Richland Library is thrilled to announce two new additions to the residency program. Please join us in welcoming Tammaka Staley as the artist-in-residence (AiR) and…

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McCrory Construction promotes Brad Davis to Vice President of Business Development

January 21, 2021

McCrory Construction announces the promotion of Brad Davis to Vice President of Business Development. Davis previously served as Business Development Manager – focusing on growing the company’s pipeline and brand…

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Kelsey Brudvig elected shareholder of Collins & Lacy

January 20, 2021

Attorney Kelsey Brudvig has been elected as a shareholder of the Collins & Lacy law firm. As a member of the Retail & Hospitality Practice Group, the team is experienced…

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Financial Planning Association of South Carolina announces new Board Member

January 20, 2021

The Financial Planning Association of South Carolina announced that William Hardaway, III, CPA, PFS, CFP has joined the Board of Directors. Hardaway is from Florence and has been employed with…

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LS3P names Spencer Dixon, AIA, LEED AP BD+ C, as Faith practice leader

January 20, 2021

LS3P is pleased to announce that Associate Principal Spencer Dixon, AIA, LEED AP BD+ C, will assume a new role as firm-wide Faith Sector Leader. Dixon brings over 25 years…

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Palmetto State Exteriors adds waterproofing division

January 20, 2021

Palmetto State Exteriors, LLC, which provides a variety of concrete and masonry finishing services, has added a division to enhance commercial and residential projects in South Carolina, North Carolina and…

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Speaker Lucas, Chairman Newton announce Oversight Ad Hoc Committee to review COVID vaccine rollout

January 20, 2021

South Carolina House Speaker Jay Lucas and Chairman Weston Newton announced the formation of a Legislative Oversight Ad Hoc Committee, tasked with reviewing the Department of Health and Environmental Control’s…

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Individual income tax season opens February 12 – choose direct deposit

January 20, 2021

The South Carolina Department of Revenue (SCDOR) will begin accepting Individual Income Tax returns for tax year 2020 on February 12, 2021, consistent with the date announced by the IRS. According…

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Grants awarded to improve 15 South Carolina communities

January 20, 2021

    Fifteen communities across South Carolina are slated to benefit from public improvement projects supported by more than $6.4 million in funds from the latest round of Community Development…

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Boyer Construction hires new Director of Business Development

January 20, 2021

Boyer Commercial Construction, Inc. is proud to announce that Blake Buchanan has joined Boyer Construction as the Director of Business Development. Blake comes to Boyer after twenty years of business…

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White Knoll High hires Pelham as new athletic director/football coach

January 20, 2021

During their January 19, 2020 meeting, the Lexington County School District One Board of Trustees approved Nicholas R. Pelham’s hire as White Knoll High School athletic director and football coach.…

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Designer Construction Corporation establishing operations in Chesterfield County

January 20, 2021

$4.6 million investment will create 37 new jobs Designer Construction Corporation, a subsidiary of Axhoj Enterprises, today announced plans to establish operations in Chesterfield County. The $4.6 million investment will…

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Spectrum announces launch of 24/7 AccuWeather TV Network for subscribers in Columbia

January 19, 2021

Spectrum announced the launch of AccuWeather TV Network in Columbia AccuWeather is available on channel 198 at no additional charge to customers who have Spectrum TV® Select and higher video…

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NC-based behavioral healthcare company acquires operations in SC

January 19, 2021

North Carolina-based Broadstep Behavioral Health, Inc., part of the Bain Capital Double Impact Fund’s portfolio, announced today its acquisition of South Carolina-based provider, Excalibur Youth Services LLC. Broadstep is a leading…

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South Carolina Center for Fathers and Families announces new Board Chair

January 19, 2021

The South Carolina Center for Fathers and Families (SCCFF), a ministry of the Sisters of Charity Health System, announced the appointment of Warren Bolton as Chairman of the Board of…

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SC Manufacturers Alliance announces new hire

January 19, 2021

The South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance (SCMA) announced today that it has hired Sunny Philips as its Vice President of Member Relations. Philips will be responsible for membership development, overseeing conferences and…

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SIOS Technology Corp. and its employees contribute more than $5,000 to Feeding America

January 19, 2021

SIOS Technology Corp., an industry pioneer in providing intelligent application availability, delivered on its employees’ commitment to giving back to the community and contributed more than $5,000 to Feeding America,…

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Brookgreen Gardens receives $25,000 donation from First Citizens to support red wolves

January 19, 2021

Brookgreen Gardens, the leading conservator of South Carolina’s indigenous animals, has received a $25,000 donation from First Citizens Bank to benefit its Red Wolf Campaign. Launched in 2020, the $250,000…

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Colliers International Dealmakers: Recent purchases, sales, leases and investments in South Carolina

January 19, 2021

Charleston / Columbia / Greenville / Spartanburg, SC – Colliers International | South Carolina announced the following recently completed commercial real estate transactions from our offices across the state: Charleston,…

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Columbia Metropolitan Airport, 2020 Year in Review

January 19, 2021

The unprecedented events of 2020 had a severe impact on the Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE). For year-end 2020, parking revenue was down 56%, airline revenue was down 35%, tenant revenue…

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Robinson Gray names attorney Ben Gooding as newest member

January 18, 2021

Robinson Gray has named attorney Ben Gooding as the law firm’s newest member. He was voted into the position at the end of 2020. “Ben has shown himself to be…

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Mattern & Craig Engineers • Surveyors announces new Principal

January 15, 2021

The Board of Directors of Mattern & Craig, Inc. would like to introduce Brian R. Newman, PE as the newest Principal at the firm. Brian currently serves as office manager…

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The South Carolina Wildlife Federation Board of Directors poised for progress during 90-year anniversary with appointment of new Members and Emeritus Board Members recognition

January 15, 2021

The South Carolina Wildlife Federation (SCWF) is enthused to welcome six new leaders to their state-wide Board of Directors: Mallory Daily (Clemson), Cameron Foster (Lexington), Rosemary Martin-Jones (Ridgeway), Digit Matheny…

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Southern First Bank expands to Charlotte market Doug Smith, Tiffani Tedder, & Ashley Gibson to provide leadership

January 15, 2021

Southern First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: SFST), holding company for Southern First Bank, announces its expansion to Charlotte, NC. The Bank intends to establish a full-service retail office upon regulatory approval.…

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Special Olympics South Carolina names Ashley Johnson to board of directors

January 15, 2021

Special Olympics South Carolina has named Ashley Johnson, an associate with Robinson Gray law firm, to its board of directors. The mission of Special Olympics South Carolina is to provide…

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Home Works of America welcomes three new board members in 2021

January 15, 2021

  Home Works of America is pleased to announce the addition of three new members to its Board of Directors: -Russell Austin, Financial Advisor | Edward Jones – Spartanburg -Gabrielle…

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Martial Arts Hall-of-Famer Brutschy receives Senate Commendation

January 15, 2021

By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Bruce Brutschy, noted self-defense and fitness instructor and a member of the S.C. Black Belt Hall of Fame, received a S.C. Senate Commendation from Sen.…

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Columbia Chamber announces honorees for 2021 Columbia Impact Awards

January 14, 2021

Nine to Be Recognized for Outstanding Achievements at 7th Annual Columbia Impact Awards The Columbia Chamber announced the recipients of the annual Columbia Impact Awards. The 2021 Columbia Impact Awards, presented…

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South Carolina to set record with 3.2 million trees planted

January 14, 2021

S.C. Floodwater Commission is directing the project By W. Thomas Smith Jr. COLUMBIA, S.C. – Global expedition leader and S.C. Floodwater Commission Chairman Tom Mullikin is about to set yet…

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Glassdoor names South Carolina Federal a Best Place to Work in 2021

January 14, 2021

South Carolina Federal Credit Union has once again been recognized as one of the Best Places to Work in 2021 by Glassdoor. South Carolina Federal ranked No. 30 in the…

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Neptune Island announces seasonal job opportunities

January 14, 2021

Hartsville, SC—The new year brings new opportunities for employment at Neptune Island Waterpark. Neptune Island is a 6-acre, family-friendly waterpark adventure located in Hartsville, South Carolina. Open seasonally from mid-May…

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Suggs receives national recognition

January 14, 2021

Mungo Homes announced that Jessie Greene Suggs is being recognized as a Home Building Industry Leader by Professional Builder magazine in the annual 40 Under 40 Class. Jessie, the Supervising…

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New Ziebart Car Care Center brings “That New Car Feeling” to Irmo

January 14, 2021

Keeping vehicles looking new, extending their life and ensuring the highest resale value are three of the many reasons Ziebart products and services continue to be in high demand around…

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Phoenix Specialty Manufacturing offers new prototyping special

January 14, 2021

Manufacturers have known for more than a century that if they need custom, precision-made washers, shims, or precision stampings, Phoenix Specialty Manufacturing is the place to go. But what if…

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Hobbs Group Advisors, LLC’s Thomas Manly receives CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ certification

January 13, 2021

Thomas Manly, CFP®,  of Hobbs Group Advisors, LLC, in Columbia, South Carolina has been authorized by the Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards (CFP Board) to use the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL…

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2021 State of the State Address, Governor Henry McMaster

January 13, 2021

State of the State Address As Prepared for Delivery Wednesday, January 13, 2021 The State House, Columbia, S.C. Mr. Speaker, Mr. President, ladies and gentlemen of the General Assembly, my…

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Richland County’s Finance Department earns national award

January 13, 2021

Richland County’s Finance Department again has earned the highest honor in governmental accounting and financial reporting. For the 37th consecutive year, the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) awarded the Richland County…

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S.C. Institute of Medicine and Public Health names Dick Wilkerson new board chair

January 13, 2021

New board chair and four board members join the IMPH board of directors The South Carolina Institute of Medicine and Public Health (IMPH) is proud to announce the naming of…

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NAI Columbia announces the following transactions:

January 13, 2021

LEASED Columbia, South Carolina: NAI Columbia’s Jeff Hein, SIOR and Thomas Wyatt represented the landlord, Decker Plaza Associates, in the lease of 2,800 square feet of retail space located at…

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Deputy receives bravery award, also named Deputy of the Year

January 13, 2021

By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Richland County Sheriff’s Dept. (RCSD) Deputy Sarah Merriman was presented the highest departmental honor – DEPUTY OF THE YEAR 2020 – during RCSD’s annual awards…

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MIRCI announces addition of five new board members

January 13, 2021

Mental Illness Recovery Center Inc. (MIRCI) welcomes five new professionals to its Board of Directors in 2021. Lucy Easler, PhD., Director of Behavioral Care Services for Prisma Health; Mary Winter…

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