Stars and Strikes brings new family entertainment to Irmo

February 12, 2019

Georgia-based Stars and Strikes recently announced plans to open a new family entertainment center in Irmo, South Carolina in the 4th Quarter of 2019, their second location in South Carolina. The 50,000 square foot facility located at 800…

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Dominion Energy awards $10,000 grant to Serve & Connect to expand ‘Greg’s Groceries’

February 12, 2019

Dominion Energy has awarded a $10,000 grant to Serve & Connect to support Greg’s Groceries. An initiative within Serve & Connect’s Compassionate Acts Program, Greg’s Groceries provides officers with boxes…

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Advertisement of vacancies on various boards and commissions

February 12, 2019

The City of Columbia is accepting applications to fill several vacancies on the following boards and commissions. Bicycle Pedestrian Advisory Committee (BPAC) Seeking five (5) Applicants. The purpose of BPAC…

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GSSM honors Dr. Julian Smith III with Distinguished Research Leadership Award

February 11, 2019

The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics (GSSM) honored Dr. Julian Smith III with its 2019 Distinguished Research Leadership Award during the School’s 30th annual Research Colloquium Saturday,…

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Top Grossing Movies – February 11, 2019

February 11, 2019

Theatrical grosses from comScore   Week of 02/08/2019 to 02/14/2019 Rank Title Rating Distributor Weeks Weekend Locs Weekend Gross Cumulative 1 The Lego Movie 2: The Second Part PG Warner…

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American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification Training offered at Drew Wellness Center

February 11, 2019

Lifeguard Certification Training The Columbia Parks & Recreation Department will offer American Red Cross lifeguard certification training for the City of Columbia’s 2019 swim season. Lifeguard training will be held…

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Lee & Associates Charleston officially announces new tenant to be joining Meeting Street Lofts

February 11, 2019

Lee & Associates Charleston announced a new lease for 601 Meeting Street (Meeting Street Lofts). We have leased Suite 140 to Gale, LLC for a new Italian restaurant concept and…

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Cushman & Wakefield | Thalhimer reports the following recent lease transactions in the Charleston area

February 11, 2019

DSC Sales Inc. leased 2,545 square feet at 4365 Dorchester Rd., Bldg. 200 in North Charleston, SC.  Matthew Pickard handled the lease negotiations on behalf of the tenant. Ramey Kemp…

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Former local NBC News Anchor Michael Maely joins LHWH as Business Development Director

February 11, 2019

Michael Maely, the original Main News Anchor at WMBF News, has joined LHWH Advertising and Public Relations, located in Myrtle Beach, S.C., as Business Development Director. Maely’s broadcast news career began after graduating…

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Colliers Report: Columbia non-core centers outperformed core centers

February 11, 2019

Research & Forecast Report Q4-2018 COLUMBIA | RETAIL Key Takeaways Two new shopping centers were delivered to the Columbia retail market this quarter, adding 142,736 square feet. Core and non-core…

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

February 11, 2019

Colliers International, South Carolina announced the following recently completed commercial real estate transactions from our offices across the state: Columbia, SC Allen Wilkerson represented the buyer in the purchase of…

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S.C. Department of Commerce announces new Marketing and Communications director

February 11, 2019

The S.C. Department of Commerce announced that Alex Clark has been promoted and will serve as the agency’s marketing and communications director. Clark will lead the department’s strategic marketing and communications…

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Southeastern receives Home Depot’s 2019 LTL Carpet Carrier of the Year award

February 11, 2019

Southeastern Freight Lines, a leading provider of regional less-than-truckload (LTL) transportation services, has received Home Depot’s 2019 LTL Carpet Carrier of the Year Award. Home Depot recognized Southeastern based on…

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SCBIO adds 10 life sciences industry leaders from across Palmetto state to Board of Directors

February 11, 2019

Tom McKenna – Chief Operating Officer, Thorne is pictured   Organization’s Boards spans state, industry segments to provide unique blend of expertise for advancing South Carolina’s life sciences industry Less…

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YWCA Greater Charleston hires social justice and women’s empowerment coordinators

February 11, 2019

In December, YWCA Greater Charleston welcomed Tina L. Singleton (pictured) and Djuanna Brockington to its staff. Singleton serves as the nonprofit’s first-ever social justice coordinator, a newly created position. No stranger…

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Palmetto Promise Institute President to lead key education committee

February 11, 2019

PPI President Ellen Weaver to focus on student success, innovation, transparency and meaningful accountability as new chair of South Carolina’s Education Oversight Committee  Palmetto Promise Institute Founding President and CEO…

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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis announces promotion of Richards H. Green as new Commissioner of Banking

February 11, 2019

South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis, Chairman of the State Board of Financial Institutions, announced that Richards H. Green has been promoted to serve as the next Commissioner of Banking for…

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Floodwater Commission’s National Security Task Force is forging ahead

February 11, 2019

By Bill Connor   The South Carolina Floodwater Commission may well prove to be one of the more important legacy-defining efforts of Gov. Henry McMaster’s administration. After all, what’s more…

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SCE&G customers to see benefits of Dominion Energy-SCANA merger beginning with February bills

February 11, 2019

SCE&G implementing lower electric bills in February Further reductions in May for fuel and DSM riders Company addresses customer questions about cash refunds Beginning with the February billing cycle, customers…

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Council approves spending $150,000 to assist Allen Benedict Court residents

February 11, 2019

Richland County Council is pledging $150,000 and seeking to enhance the efforts of social service agencies to aid the displaced residents of Allen Benedict Court Apartments. At its meeting Feb.…

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Floodwater Commission’s National Security Task Force is forging ahead

February 11, 2019

By Bill Connor   The South Carolina Floodwater Commission may well prove to be one of the more important legacy-defining efforts of Gov. Henry McMaster’s administration. After all, what’s more…

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SCBIO adds 10 life sciences industry leaders to Board of Directors

February 8, 2019

Organization’s Boards spans state, industry segments to provide unique blend of expertise for advancing South Carolina’s life sciences industry Less than two years after initiating a comprehensive relaunch of the…

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Charleston, Greenville land investment banking firm

February 8, 2019

Global finance executives launch Charles Towne Holdings  Armed with nearly a century of Wall Street and global markets experience, a collection of Charleston deal makers has partnered to create Charles Towne…

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Southeastern receives Home Depot’s 2019 LTL Carpet Carrier of the Year Award

February 8, 2019

Southeastern Freight Lines, a leading provider of regional less-than-truckload (LTL) transportation services, has received Home Depot’s 2019 LTL Carpet Carrier of the Year Award. Home Depot recognized Southeastern based on…

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Columbia Compass: Envision 2036 Interactive Online Survey

February 8, 2019

The City of Columbia has released a second interactive online survey in order to gather feedback on the draft recommendations of Columbia Compass, the ten-year update to the City of…

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SCE&G gives trees to enhance Lake Murray shoreline

February 8, 2019

SCE&G, a subsidiary of Dominion Energy, will provide trees to lake property owners through the Lake Murray Shoreline Habitat Enhancement Project. The giveaway will be Friday, Feb. 22, from 1-6…

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Columbia Sailing Club announces registration is now open for junior summer sailing programs

February 8, 2019

  Columbia Sailing Club registration is now open for the 2019 youth summer sailing program offering 7-weeks of sailing sessions for ages 7 -17, accepting all experience levels. Sailing instruction…

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World Famous Hip-Hop Family Day announces Big Daddy Kane as its 2019 headliner  

February 8, 2019

World Famous Hip-Hop Family Day is proud to announce Big Daddy Kane as its headliner for 2019. A Grammy Award-winning artist who began his career in 1986 as a member…

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United Community Banks, Inc. announces quarterly cash dividend

February 8, 2019

United Community Banks, Inc. (NASDAQ: UCBI) (“United”), reported that its Board of Directors approved a quarterly cash dividend of $0.16 per common share.  The dividend is payable April 5, 2019…

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SCBIO adds 10 life sciences industry leaders to Board of Directors

February 8, 2019

Organization’s Boards spans state, industry segments to provide unique blend of expertise for advancing South Carolina’s life sciences industry Less than two years after initiating a comprehensive relaunch of the…

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Southeastern receives Home Depot’s 2019 LTL Carpet Carrier of the Year Award

February 8, 2019

Southeastern Freight Lines, a leading provider of regional less-than-truckload (LTL) transportation services, has received Home Depot’s 2019 LTL Carpet Carrier of the Year Award. Home Depot recognized Southeastern based on…

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Ryan Welch, SIOR of Lee & Associates Charleston Represented the Landlord in the Lease of 2,044 SF of Flex Space in North Charleston, SC

February 7, 2019

Ryan Welch, SIOR of Lee & Associates Charleston represented the Landlord in the lease of 2,044 SF of Flex Space located at 4250 Dorchester Road in North Charleston, SC. The…

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Ashton Williams joins Coldwell Banker Caine in Greenville

February 7, 2019

Coldwell Banker Caine recently welcomed Ashton Williams as a residential sales agent to its Greenville office. Her interest in real estate was piqued when she went through her first home…

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South Carolina School Counselor and Advocate of the Year

February 7, 2019

The Palmetto State School Counselor Association announced our 2019 School Counselor Advocate of the Year, Rob Rhodes. Rhodes, the Director of School Counseling Services in Greenville County Schools has made…

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South Carolina School Counselors of the Year

February 7, 2019

The Palmetto State School Counselor Association announced our 2019 School Counselors of the Year, Deborah Blume, Elementary School Counselor and Overall School Counselor of the Year and Leigh Eubanks, Middle School…

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Communications consultant joins Capital Rotary

February 7, 2019

New Capital Rotary member Le Frye (center in photo) is welcomed to the club by president Philip Flynn and sponsor Lee Ann Rice after induction ceremonies Feb. 6. Frye, a…

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Old Cigar Warehouse hosts venue showcase

February 7, 2019

The Old Cigar Warehouse will be hosting a venue showcase on February 21st. From 4-7p.m., the space will be set up as a mock ceremony and reception so engaged couples…

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Infinity Marketing hires three spring interns

February 7, 2019

Infinity Marketing, Greenville’s award-winning marketing agency, is delighted to welcome Doreen McKenzie, Austin McQuaid, and Ashley Melino to the team as interns for the upcoming spring semester, furthering its dedication…

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Advertisement of Vacancies on Various Boards and Commissions

February 7, 2019

The City of Columbia is accepting applications to fill several vacancies on the following boards and commissions.   Columbia Housing Authority Commission Seeking one (1) Applicant for Appointment. Applicant must reside within the city limits. The mission of the Columbia Housing Authority is “to meet…

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Charter Institute at Erskine hosts public forum to address racial composition in schools

February 7, 2019

The Charter Institute at Erskine held a public forum to discuss racial composition in charter schools on Thursday, January 31 in Columbia. Charter school leaders, members of the South Carolina…

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Scott and Company announces new in-charge accountant

February 7, 2019

Scott and Company LLC announced the promotion of Elizabeth Burnett to in-charge accountant. Burnett joined Scott and Company LLC in 2017 as an associate. In her new role of in-charge…

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Mayor Benjamin welcomes new Mayor’s Fellows to City Hall

February 7, 2019

  Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin welcomes eight students to the Mayor’s Fellows program. The program provides both undergraduate and graduate-level students with the opportunity to gain first-hand knowledge of how…

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City to host Commercial Retention & Redevelopment orientation sessions

February 7, 2019

The City of Columbia Office of Business Opportunities will host two public orientation sessions to discuss the Commercial Retention & Redevelopment (CRR) program. Participants will receive information on CRR and…

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City Manager Spotlight – February 2019

February 7, 2019

The City Manager’s Spotlight provides details about what is happening in the City of Columbia in an effort to keep citizens informed about City operations. The City Manager’s Spotlight on…

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Community management leaders SCS and CAMS announce official alliance

February 7, 2019

Firms join forces after years of working together in the Carolinas, expanding reach to more than 600 associations South Carolina-based community association management firm Southern Community Services (SCS) has joined…

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South Carolina staffing firm Hire Dynamics honored as industry leader for 10th consecutive year

February 7, 2019

Hire Dynamics, a staffing services provider with 34 branches throughout the Southeast, is proud to receive ClearlyRated’s 2019 Best of Staffing® Client and Talent Awards for service excellence. With its…

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Capital Rotarians Hear Mid-Year Highlights

February 7, 2019

At a mid-year assembly Feb. 6 to review Capital Rotary’s accomplishments to date in the 2018-2019 Rotary year, president Philip Flynn shared highlights that included: • Making $1,500 in charitable…

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BB&T and SunTrust to combine in merger of equals

February 7, 2019

Combination of two franchises creates sixth-largest U.S. bank holding company with 275 years of combined history and culture serving clients and communities in high-growth markets Estimated net cost synergies of…

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Rebecca M. Breland, P.E., new Director of Site Development for South Carolina Power Team

February 7, 2019

South Carolina Power Team announced Rebecca M. Breland, P.E., as its new Director of Site Development. Rebecca will assist with product development efforts for SC Power Team. Her primary focus…

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Capital Rotarians Hear Mid-Year Highlights

February 7, 2019

At a mid-year assembly Feb. 6 to review Capital Rotary’s accomplishments to date in the 2018-2019 Rotary year, president Philip Flynn shared highlights that included: • Making $1,500 in charitable…

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