CARTA cuts ribbon on solar-powered shelter

February 19, 2019

  The Charleston Regional Transportation Authority (CARTA) cut the ribbon on a new solar-powered shelter at the corner of Dorchester Road and Purcell Drive in North Charleston. The event marked the final installation in…

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Top Grossing Movies – February 18

February 19, 2019

Week of 02/15/2019 to 02/21/2019 Rank Title Rating Distributor Weeks Weekend Locs Weekend Gross Cumulative 1 The Lego Movie 2: The Second Part PG Warner Bros. 2 4303  $20,804,670  $69,228,853…

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Cameron Yost, Reid Davis, CCIM, SIOR and Pete Harper, CCIM Represented the Landlord in the Lease of 2,332 SF of Office Space in Downtown Charleston, SC

February 19, 2019

Lee & Associates Charleston’s Cameron Yost, Reid Davis, CCIM, SIOR and Pete Harper, CCIM represented the Landlord, Nubox Properties, LLC in the lease of 2,332 SF of Office space located…

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Application process open for Accommodations Tax & Hospitality Tax Grant Funding Fiscal Year 2019/2020

February 19, 2019

The City of Columbia is now accepting applications for Hospitality and Accommodations Tax Grants for the 2020 Fiscal Year (July 1, 2019 – June 30, 2020.)  Applications are due by…

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Central Carolina Community Foundation grants $327,000 to 14 South Carolina nonprofits to launch innovative projects

February 19, 2019

Fifth year of the Connected Communities grants will fund innovative projects within the community Central Carolina Community Foundation, the Midlands’ local center for philanthropy, awarded $327,000 to 14 Connected Communities…

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Maxwood Furniture, Inc. locating new distribution center in Marion County

February 19, 2019

Furniture Manufacturer and Distributor Creating 21 New Jobs Maxwood Furniture, Inc., a manufacturer and distributor of bedroom furniture, today announced plans to locate its new distribution center in Marion County.…

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Jamie Dowtin returns to Prisma Health Midlands Foundation

February 19, 2019

Prisma Health Midlands Foundation announced Jamie Stancil Dowtin has returned to the Foundation as events director for Prisma Health Children’s Hospital–Midlands. In her role at the Foundation, Dowtin will manage…

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HUB Carolinas announces Suzanne Flynn as Client Services Consultant

February 19, 2019

Insurance brokerage in the Southeast adds talent to manage relationships across Carolinas HUB Carolinas, a region of HUB International, the sixth largest insurance brokerage in the world, recently announced that…

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SCRA announces seven new Client Companies

February 19, 2019

SCRA announced the recent acceptance of seven Client Companies into its entrepreneurial program, SC Launch. Client Companies receive mentoring and support services and may also be eligible for funding. Coastal…

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LS3P congratulates Brian Wurst, FAIA on elevation to Fellowship in the AIA

February 19, 2019

LS3P congratulates Vice President and Principal Brian Wurst, FAIA, on his elevation to Fellowship in the American Institute of Architects (AIA), the organization’s highest member honor which recognizes exemplary contributions…

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Complete PR wins four AVA Digital Awards

February 19, 2019

Telling the story of a race with 10,000 rubber ducks, an Instagram account for a growing real estate firm, our weekly blog and our newsletter earned Complete PR four AVA…

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Central Carolina Community Foundation grants $327,000 to 14 South Carolina nonprofits to launch innovative projects

February 19, 2019

Fifth year of the Connected Communities grants will fund innovative projects within the community Central Carolina Community Foundation, the Midlands’ local center for philanthropy, awarded $327,000 to 14 Connected Communities…

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HUB Carolinas announces Suzanne Flynn as Client Services Consultant

February 19, 2019

Insurance brokerage in the Southeast adds talent to manage relationships across Carolinas HUB Carolinas, a region of HUB International, the sixth largest insurance brokerage in the world, recently announced that…

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Jamie Dowtin returns to Prisma Health Midlands Foundation

February 19, 2019

Prisma Health Midlands Foundation announced Jamie Stancil Dowtin has returned to the Foundation as events director for Prisma Health Children’s Hospital–Midlands. In her role at the Foundation, Dowtin will manage…

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South Carolina’s Hire Dynamics names Jon Neff as Chief Operating Officer

February 19, 2019

Co-Founder and CFO who Helped Drive Staffing Company’s Recognition as a Ten-Time Best of Staffing® Honoree Accepts Expanded Role Hire Dynamics, the fifth largest commercial staffing company in the Southeast…

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Lee & Associates Charleston lease of 2,600 SF located at Highway 176, Goose Creek

February 18, 2019

William Sherrod CCIM, with Lee & Associates Charleston, represented Friendly Smiles Dentistry, LLC in the leasing of approximately 2,600 SF of retail/office space located at the planned Goose Creek Village…

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Tourism in South Carolina breaks records

February 18, 2019

Tourism is now a $22.6 billion industry in South Carolina, representing a $1.4 billion increase over the previous year and a 50 percent increase since 2010, according to estimates released…

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EdVenture names new President & CEO

February 18, 2019

EdVenture, the Southeast’s largest children’s museum, is excited to announce that Lisa W. Hailey has been named as its new President and CEO. Ms. Hailey, a graduate of Virginia Commonwealth…

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Two Tenure-Track Faculty Positions by the Department of Computer Science at USC Beaufort

February 18, 2019

Materials Assembly and Design Excellence in South Carolina (MADE in SC) is South Carolina’s five-year, $20 million award funded by the National Science Foundation and managed by the SC EPSCoR…

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Registration opens for Charleston’s 4th Annual Tillman Honor Run

February 18, 2019

    The Arizona State University (ASU) South Carolina Alumni Club is pleased to announce the 4th Annual Charleston Honor Run taking place on April 27, 2019 at MUSC Health…

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YWCA Greater Charleston launches six new tech clubs for girls

February 18, 2019

In November 2016, YWCA Greater Charleston launched Charleston’s first Girls Who Code club for middle school girls. With the success of that pilot program and three more girls’ coding clubs…

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Infinity Marketing expands media partnership with Clayton

February 18, 2019

Infinity Marketing, an award-winning marketing firm, supports Clayton with the media strategy and execution of its Prefabulous® Campaign. “Through Infinity’s fully integrated strategy and execution, we are confident in our…

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Upstate Run & Roll 5K to benefit the Brain Injury Association of South Carolina – March 30

February 18, 2019

The Brain Injury Association of South Carolina (BIASC) is hosting its annual Upstate Run & Roll 5K, previously known as Run For Thought, on Saturday, March 30 from 8 to…

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Columbia’s Blue Bike Program expanding with the assistance of The COMET

February 18, 2019

Columbia’s bike share system, Blue Bike SC, will grow by 8 fully functional, docked stations this year as part of the program’s expansion funded by a $250,000 Federal Transit Administration grant…

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Floodwater Commissioner honored by ARMY NORTH representative

February 18, 2019

By Alex Junes-Ward COLUMBIA, S.C. – Tom Mullikin, recently appointed chairman of the South Carolina Floodwater Commission (SCFC), was honored by Col. Bill Connor, senior representative of U.S. ARMY NORTH…

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NAI Columbia arranges ±4,577 square foot restaurant lease in Columbia

February 18, 2019

NAI Columbia Director of Retail Services Patrick Palmer, CCIM represented the landlord in the lease transaction of the former Applebee’s Restaurant at 245 Oneil Court in Columbia, SC. The new…

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Floodwater Commissioner honored by ARMY NORTH representative

February 18, 2019

By Alex Junes-Ward COLUMBIA, S.C. – Tom Mullikin, recently appointed chairman of the South Carolina Floodwater Commission (SCFC), was honored by Col. Bill Connor, senior representative of U.S. ARMY NORTH…

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NAI Columbia arranges ±4,577 square foot restaurant lease in Columbia

February 18, 2019

NAI Columbia Director of Retail Services Patrick Palmer, CCIM represented the landlord in the lease transaction of the former Applebee’s Restaurant at 245 Oneil Court in Columbia, SC. The new…

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Bauknight Pietras & Stormer names Ben Glenn a shareholder

February 17, 2019

Bauknight Pietras & Stormer, P.A., (BPS) announced that R. Benjamin Glenn, CPA, has joined the firm’s leadership team as a shareholder. With a staff of 70 CPAs and professionals, BPS…

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West Columbia provides parking options for dining and shopping on State Street

February 17, 2019

The City of West Columbia is providing numerous parking options for customers frequenting businesses on the 100 Block of State Street during the construction of the highly anticipated Interactive Art…

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Google’s investment in South Carolina exceeds $2 billion

February 17, 2019

State and Local Leaders Gathered at Data Center to Celebrate Company’s 10 Years in Berkeley County and Ongoing Investments Governor Henry McMaster joined state and local officials both to celebrate…

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Infinity Marketing team grows by seven

February 15, 2019

Infinity Marketing, the Upstate’s award-winning marketing firm, is kicking off the new year with the addition of several talented professionals across its departments, increasing its team by 10 percent. Anna…

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S.C. Appeals Court upholds $14M asbestos exposure verdict against Celanese Corp.

February 15, 2019

The South Carolina Court of Appeals has affirmed a $14 million verdict against Texas-based Celanese Corp. (NYSE: CE) on behalf of the family of a maintenance worker who died from mesothelioma after being…

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Gov. Henry McMaster removes entire Richland County election board

February 15, 2019

Governor Henry McMaster today issued Executive Order 2019-09, removing every member of the Richland County Board of Voter Registration and Elections. The decision comes as a result of continued misconduct and…

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Mullikin selected for inclusion in elite “fight club”

February 15, 2019

By Chris Carter   Maj. Gen. (Ret.) Tom Mullikin has been nominated and unanimously selected for induction into the SOUTH CAROLINA BLACK BELT HALL OF FAME (SCBBHOF), the premier group…

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Sonoco’s McLeland to retire after 25 years of service

February 15, 2019

Sonoco, one of the largest diversified global packaging companies, announced Allan McLeland, vice president of Human Resources, has announced his plans to retire after 25 years with the Company, effective…

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Trustus Theatre staff members awarded with two prestigious SC theatre awards

February 14, 2019

Trustus Theatre announced that Artistic Director Chad Henderson and Company Member Martha Hearn Kelly have been honored by the South Carolina Theatre Association with two prestigious awards. Henderson was awarded…

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State Museum presents Friday Night Laser Lights: Capes and Cocktails

February 14, 2019

The State Museum is hosting a special edition of its popular Friday Night Laser Lights, Friday, Feb. 22, to include access for guests to experience its new blockbuster exhibit, Hall of Heroes. In…

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Studio 2LR is searching for a new business manager

February 14, 2019

Studio 2LR Architecture + Interiors is searching for a new business manager to help grow our award-winning design firm. We are architects and interior designers who are committed to design…

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Lowcountry Rapid Transit online meeting available through Feb. 28

February 14, 2019

In late January, The Berkeley-Charleston-Dorchester Council of Governments (BCDCOG)held a series of interactive, public Community Workshops in Charleston, North Charleston and Summerville to kick off the next phase for the…

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CBRE adds Jeff Benedict to Industrial & Logistics team in Greenville, SC

February 14, 2019

CBRE announced that Jeff Benedict has joined the firm as Associate. Based in Greenville, SC, he is a member of CBRE’s Industrial & Logistics team, led by Trey Pennington. “Jeff…

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Jackson hires Connor Cox, Joanna Daniels

February 14, 2019

Jackson Marketing, Motorsports & Events, South Carolina’s second-largest integrated marketing communication and events agency, has hired Connor Cox as an account coordinator and Joanna Daniels as graphic designer. Cox comes…

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Tour nearly 70 artists’ spaces during Columbia Open Studios, April 6-7, 2019

February 14, 2019

Explore local artwork, studios in weekend-long event presented by 701 CCA Columbia Open Studios, presented by 701 Center for Contemporary Art, welcomes nearly 70 local artists for the free, self-guided…

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Relic Room lecture deals with the 81st Division’s combat role in World War II

February 14, 2019

After a certain point in the Second World War, the Japanese changed tactics. No more would they try to stop the Marines on the beach, with one reckless banzai charge…

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SC EPSCoR announces 2019 research and collaboration programs grants recipients

February 14, 2019

  SC EPSCoR (South Carolina Established Program to Stimulate Competitive Research) Program’s main goal is to increase South Carolina’s research capacity by assisting STEM faculty to achieve and sustain large…

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S.C. students top national mean in key indicators because of arts education

February 14, 2019

2018 Gallup Student Poll shows arts’ impact on key indicators COLUMBIA, S.C. – Levels of engagement and hope among students in arts-rich South Carolina schools are higher than the national…

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SC Works awards local businesses $100,000 for Incumbent Worker Training

February 14, 2019

SC Works Trident and its Trident Workforce Development Board has awarded $100,000 to eight local businesses connected to Incumbent Worker Training (IWT) programs. The funds, made possible by the Workforce…

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Capital Rotary helps Food Bank

February 14, 2019

Foregoing their regular breakfast meeting, Capital Rotary Club members spent an hour of community service volunteer time Feb. 13 at Harvest Hope Food Bank’s Shop Road headquarters in Columbia. They…

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Community Service for Rotaract

February 14, 2019

Members of the University of South Carolina’s Rotaract Club got hands-on community service experience Feb. 13 when they joined other volunteers from Capital Rotary at Harvest Hope Food Bank for…

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Relic Room lecture deals with the 81st Division’s combat role in World War II

February 14, 2019

After a certain point in the Second World War, the Japanese changed tactics. No more would they try to stop the Marines on the beach, with one reckless banzai charge…

Read More