FinTrust hires Donna Rasile as Senior Vice President, Investment Advisor

September 14, 2020

FinTrust Capital Advisors announced that Donna Rasile has joined the FinTrust team as Senior Vice President, Investment Advisor. Throughout her 30 years of experience, Donna has become a trusted advisor…

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Columbia Economic Development dedicates September to insurance technology 

September 14, 2020

Department Designates September ‘Insurtech Month’  In a nod to a globe-spanning industry that originated in Columbia, SC, Columbia Economic Development (CED) has named September Insurtech Month. Executive Director Ryan Coleman…

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CEO of ZWO launches new company, skillsgapp, to address skills-based talent shortages

September 13, 2020

Tina Zwolinski, CEO and founder of ZWO, a South Carolina-based branding and marketing firm, and Cynthia Jenkins, partner and CCO of ZWO, have launched skillsgapp, a company designed to address…

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Southern First Bank announces new headquarters to be built in Greenville

September 11, 2020

Southern First Bank (NASDAQ: SFST), the largest bank headquartered in South Carolina, has announced plans to build a new corporate headquarters in Greenville, SC. The new headquarters, situated at the…

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Millwood Avenue resurfacing project underway

September 11, 2020

In mid-2019, SCDOT approached the City of Columbia with a partnership opportunity to improve safety along Millwood Avenue for all users. Staff of both agencies worked together to develop an…

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Gov. Henry McMaster Releases Proposal for Phase II of CARES Act Funds

September 10, 2020

Governor Henry McMaster today released recommendations to the General Assembly for how the Phase II expenditure of CARES Act funds should be invested. To view the governor’s letter to the…

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From Intern to Agent: Alyssa Vick’s career path at The ART of Real Estate

September 10, 2020

The ART of Real Estate announced the professional transition of Alyssa Vick from Transaction Coordinator to Associate Agent. Having started as an intern at the Columbia office, Alyssa’s performance scored…

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Historic Columbia announces 2020 Preservation Award Winners 

September 10, 2020

Historic Columbia announced the recipients of its 2020 Preservation Awards. Each year, these awards celebrate the accomplishments of local property owners; professionals in the fields of architecture, construction, and design;…

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South Carolina selected for new, first-of-its-kind national program to redesign child welfare program

September 10, 2020

First tier of participants also include Los Angeles County, Nebraska and Colorado The State of South Carolina is one of four jurisdictions nationwide chosen to participate in the first tier…

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Novolex Senior Director earns first ‘Women in Supply Chain Award’

September 10, 2020

Novolex®, a leader in packaging choice, sustainability and innovation, announced today that Senior Director Amy Barnes has earned a prestigious industry honor, the inaugural Women in Supply Chain Award. Amy Barnes, Senior…

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Another Broken Egg Cafe® opening soon in Columbia

September 10, 2020

Another Broken Egg Cafe®, one of the fastest-growing breakfast and brunch concepts in the nation, is excited to open its fourth location in South Carolina and its first in Columbia, S.C. on Sept. 14, 2020. The…

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Titan Home Improvement announces acquisition of South Carolina-based Paradise Home Improvement

September 10, 2020

Titan Home Improvement, based in Fort Lauderdale, FL, today announced the acquisition of Paradise Home Improvement, a South Carolina-based provider of replacement and remodel windows and doors, bathrooms, roofing and…

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

September 10, 2020

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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Virtual Mayor’s Walk Against Domestic Violence – October 10

September 10, 2020

On 30 days from today, the 2020 Mayor’s Walk Against Domestic Violence will be held virtually Saturday, October 10. Participants are asked to join in and show their support by…

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INSIDE Public Accounting names Bauknight Pietras & Stormer as a 2020 Best of the Best Firm

September 10, 2020

During one of the most challenging years the public accounting industry has ever faced, Bauknight Pietras & Stormer, P.A. (BPS) has risen above it and in so doing, has been…

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Alex Weatherly receives designation as Certified Exit Planning Advisor

September 10, 2020

The Exit Planning Institute has granted its Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA) designation to Callison Tighe & Robinson attorney Alex Weatherly. The designation came after he completed the Institute’s intensive…

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Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd’s Rob Reibold graduates from Leadership South Carolina

September 10, 2020

Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd announced that Rob Reibold has graduated from Leadership South Carolina. Rob is one of 47 graduates for the class of 2020. Leadership South Carolina cultivates future leaders…

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Alyssa Iglesias joins Smith Robinson as an associate attorney

September 10, 2020

Smith Robinson Holler DuBose and Morgan, LLC, announced that Alyssa Iglesias has joined the firm in the Camden office as an associate attorney. Ms. Iglesias will focus her practice in…

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Greenway Parks A Boon for Columbia

September 9, 2020

Columbia’s greenway parks trace their heritage back to a 1905 beautification plan and still provide scenic vistas for hospitality, outreach, education and recreation. That’s according to Karen Kustafik (shown in…

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DC BLOX expands with major regional datacenter in Greenville County, South Carolina

September 9, 2020

With the acceleration of digital transformation initiatives across industries, DC BLOX is developing essential infrastructure that strategically enables digital business across the Southeastern United States. Organizations across the Carolinas and…

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VentureSouth surpasses $50 million invested

September 9, 2020

VentureSouth announced a major milestone, as the early-stage investment group has now invested more than $50 million in early-stage companies in the Southeast. Recently announced investments in Threatswitch and Altis…

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Executive Education courses go virtual at Moore School

September 9, 2020

Executive Education at the Darla Moore School of Business always stands ready to help busy executives acquire new skills and see the bigger picture. That remains the case in the…

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Applications now being accepted for the Comet Academy

September 9, 2020

The Central Midlands Regional Transit Authority (The COMET) announced today that applications are now being accepted for The COMET Academy, a leadership development program for those interested in understanding how…

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COMET Chat with John Andoh – September 2020

September 9, 2020

As summer ends and we gear up for fall, our focus turns to the reopening of our schools, colleges and universities. On September 1, we launched UofSC Transit powered by…

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DC BLOX establishing operations in Greenville County

September 9, 2020

Over $200 Million Combined Investment Will Initially Create Five New Jobs DC BLOX, a multi-tenant data center provider in the Southeast, today announced plans to establish operations in Greenville County.…

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Ashley Johnson named Star of the Quarter by SC Bar’s Young Lawyers Division

September 9, 2020

Ashley Johnson, an associate with Robinson Gray law firm, has been recognized by the South Carolina Bar’s Young Lawyers Division as a “Star of the Quarter.” She received the recognition…

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Five Points Association launches new website showcasing the treasures of Five Points

September 9, 2020

The Five Points Association today announced the official launch of their updated website: fivepointscolumbia.com. The overhauled site includes additional features and information and will remain up-to-date with upcoming events, news,…

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David Hunt Creative moves to a new location in the Vista

September 9, 2020

After 20 years on Gervais Street in the Vista, David Hunt Creative has moved around the corner and up the block to 911 Lady Street. The firm provides comprehensive graphic…

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SCRA client company Reporting Xpress becomes Tableau technology partner

September 9, 2020

South Carolina Research Authority (SCRA) announces its SC Launch client company, Reporting Xpress, is now a technology partner of global business intelligence software company, Tableau. As part of Tableau’s partner…

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UofSC to host 40th Annual Economic Outlook Conference virtually – Sept. 29 & Nov. 30

September 9, 2020

The University of South Carolina’s Darla Moore School of Business will feature experts on the political and economic outlook for fall 2020 with two livestreaming events Sept. 29 and Nov.…

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Teri Leigh Teed is Manhattan Arts International’s featured artist member of the week

September 9, 2020

Manhattan Arts International announces artist/author Teri Leigh Teed is the gallery’s featured artist member of the week of September 6, 2020. Owner and founder Renee Phillips states “Teri Leigh Teed…

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Gov. Henry McMaster applauds President Trump’s decision to halt offshore drilling exploration

September 8, 2020

Governor Henry McMaster today released the following statement applauding President Trump’s decision to halt the exploration of offshore drilling off South Carolina’s coast: “South Carolina is blessed with the most…

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Learn More about the 2020 Census & Voter Registration during Tele-Town Hall

September 8, 2020

Make sure you’re counted and your voice is heard in 2020. Richland Library is hosting a tele-town hall, dedicated to the census and voter registration, starting at 1 p.m., Monday,…

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SBA South Carolina announces 2020 National Small Business Week winners

September 8, 2020

The SBA South Carolina District Office has selected the 2020 National Small Business Week winners for state. The winners of the 2020 South Carolina National Small Business Week Awards are:…

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Lineage Logistics expanding operations in Charleston County

September 8, 2020

$34 Million Investment Will Create 36 New Jobs Lineage Logistics, an innovative provider of temperature-controlled logistics solutions, today announced plans to expand operations in Charleston County. The $34 million investment…

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Columbia Urban League Young Professionals announce 2020 Census Food Voucher Drive-Thru

September 8, 2020

Partnering with the City of Columbia Complete Count Committee, Secure the Ballot and Food Share SC, the 2020 Census Food Voucher Drive Thru will provide an opportunity for individuals to…

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UofSC COVID-19 Update – September 4

September 8, 2020

Please see the below updates on the University of South Carolina’s COVID-19 response: The University expanded its quarantine capacity with a month-long lease agreement with a local hotel (SpringHill Suites),…

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Free COVID-19 screening September 9 in West Columbia

September 8, 2020

At the request of Senators Nikki Setzler and Katrina Shealy, Lexington Medical Center and the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control are working together to provide free COVID-19 testing at Brookland United…

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Midlands Technical College recognized for workforce development

September 8, 2020

The Transatlantic Business & Investment Council (TBIC) has welcomed Midlands Technical College into its membership network. The organization’s mission is to “promote transatlantic trade and investment” between North America and…

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UofSC expecting enrollment increases in S.C. residents; African Americans; other underrepresented minority students

September 8, 2020

The approximately 7,800 new students in Columbia this week show that the University of South Carolina–the state’s flagship institution– is increasing in diversity and serving more students from South Carolina than ever before,…

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SC Housing County First Initiative: closing the gap in rural homeownership

September 8, 2020

Many in rural communities feel that they are the last in line when it comes to getting the services and resources they need. Whether it is having access to broadband…

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Richland Library continues monthly Let’s Talk Race discussion – September 10

September 8, 2020

Richland Library is tackling a variety of topics through the lens of diversity, equity and inclusion. Join us for another virtual Let’s Talk Race discussion from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.,…

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DOWN IN THE HOLLER by Val Dunn is named winner of the 2020 Trustus Playwrights’ Festival

September 4, 2020

Trustus Theatre presents online reading event of national festival winning script on September 26 at 2pm Trustus Theatre has named DOWN IN THE HOLLER by Val Dunn the winner of…

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SC Dental Association selects MPA Strategies

September 4, 2020

The South Carolina Dental Association (SCDA) has selected the team at MPA Strategies to manage the Association’s public and media relations as well as to promote the oral health provided…

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Synovus announces quarterly dividends

September 4, 2020

The Board of Directors of Synovus Financial Corp. (NYSE: SNV) has declared the following quarterly dividends: $0.33 per share on the company’s common stock, payable on October 1, 2020, to…

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LRADAC Foundation announces board expansion and welcomes new members during recovery month

September 3, 2020

The LRADAC Foundation, the philanthropic arm of LRADAC, announces an expansion of its current board and welcomes seven new board members who will serve a three-year term. Over the course…

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The ART of Real Estate welcomes agent Janeth Butler

September 3, 2020

The ART of Real Estate announced Janeth Butler has joined the company’s Columbia office. In addition to her experience as a real estate professional, Janeth has a background in photography…

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Dovetail launches next-gen platform for the small commercial insurance market

September 3, 2020

Dovetail, a leading digital MGA in the small commercial insurance market, today announced the launch of Dovetail for Agents, a next-generation quote, bind, and issue platform for independent agents in the…

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Agriculture Technology Campus establishing 1,000-acre operation in Hampton County

September 3, 2020

Combined $314 million investment to create more than 1,500 jobs  Agriculture Technology Campus, a joint venture project between Mastronardi, Clear Water Farms, LiDestri Food and Drink (LiDestri) and GEM Opportunity…

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The Surgery Center at Midlands Orthopaedics & Neurosurgery highlights potential benefits of Rosa® Knee System for total knee replacement

September 3, 2020

Total joint replacement is one of the most commonly performed, elective surgical procedures in the United States.1 It is also becoming an increasingly popular outpatient procedure at surgery centers across…

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