Bill Metzger receives ‘Crusty Crab Award’ from Meritas

February 22, 2019

Bill Metzger, a member at Robinson Gray law firm, has received the Crusty Crab Award from Meritas, a global affiliation of the world’s leading independent law firms. And that’s a…

Time poses problem for setting boundaries

February 22, 2019

David Ballard works for the state’s Revenue and Fiscal Affairs Office as a professional land surveyor examining county boundaries, but the passage of time can complicate that job. Ballard (shown…

NAI Global ranked among top five commercial real estate brand in the 18th Annual Lipsey Survey

February 21, 2019

  NAI Global earned the top four spot in the 2019 Lipsey Survey of Top 25 Commercial Real Estate Brands. The survey was conducted among 100,000 commercial real estate professionals…

Caldwell Commercial represents buyer in sale of 108 Thomas Cary Court, Charleston

February 21, 2019

Bob Caldwell, SIOR and Bob Evans of Caldwell Commercial represented the buyer YGT, LLC in the sale of 108 Thomas Cary Court, Charleston, SC. Edward Robinson of the Beach Company…

SCRA & SC Launch celebrate $1 billion in follow-on funding for SC-based companies

February 21, 2019

SCRA, a public, non-profit corporation that fuels South Carolina’s innovation economy, celebrated a milestone of $1 billion of follow-on capital secured by Client Companies in the SC Launch Program. SC Launch, SCRA’s…

Charleston Distilling expanding operations in Charleston County

February 21, 2019

$4.2 million investment will include new distillation capabilities and more Charleston Distilling announced a $4.2 million investment in its Charleston County operations. The expansion is projected to create an additional…

NAI Global ranked among top five commercial real estate brand in the 18th Annual Lipsey Survey

February 21, 2019

  NAI Global earned the top four spot in the 2019 Lipsey Survey of Top 25 Commercial Real Estate Brands. The survey was conducted among 100,000 commercial real estate professionals…

J. Miles Barkley, Broker and Principal with Lee & Associates Charleston, represented and assisted the Landlord Marabu US Properties in the lease renewal located at Remount Road.

February 20, 2019

Miles Barkley, Broker and Principal with Lee & Associates Charleston, is pleased to have represented and assisted the Landlord Marabu US Properties with the lease renewal for TraFX Public Safety…

Ryan Welch, SIOR of Lee & Associates Charleston represented the buyer in the purchase of 4 acres of land in North Charleston, SC

February 20, 2019

Ryan Welch, SIOR of Lee & Associates Charleston represented the Buyer, Mercury Realty, LLC, in the purchase of 4 acres of land located at 7614 Southrail Road in North Charleston,…

Firehouse Subs expanding into Newberry, SC with the help of Lee & Associates Charleston’s Will Sherrod, CCIM

February 20, 2019

Will Sherrod, CCIM of Lee & Associates Charleston represented TLC Enterprises, LLC dba Firehouse Subs in it’s first Newberry, South Carolina location for the Firehouse Sub franchise. Firehouse Subs will…

District hires six contractors for 38 building plan projects

February 20, 2019

At its Feb. 19, 2019 meeting, the Lexington County School District One Board of Trustees awarded construction management at risk contracts for 38 upcoming school construction, additions or repairs projects…

Lexington District One continues Beechwood Middle zoning process

February 20, 2019

At the February 19, 2019 regular monthly meeting of the Lexington County School District One Board of Trustees, the board heard the second reading of recommended and revised attendance lines…

2019 spring foreign language classes now open for registration at Upstate International

February 20, 2019

2019 spring foreign language classes start the week of March 25th and are now open for registration at Upstate International Where can one find over 30 classes in 13 languages?…

Ticket Alert: Hello, Dolly! starring Betty Buckley goes on sale March 1

February 20, 2019

The producers of HELLO, DOLLY!, the Tony Award-winning Best Musical Revival, and the Peace Center announced today that single tickets for the National Tour starring Broadway legend Betty Buckley will go on sale…

Greenlink Fare Free Day and gallery viewing March 1

February 20, 2019

Greenlink is partnering with the Jolley Foundation and the Piedmont Health Foundation to offer Fare Free Friday on Friday, March 1. This special Fare Free Friday is designed to coincide…

Tri-County’s expanded Duty Dental Assisting Program receives maximum reaffirmation of accreditation

February 20, 2019

Tri-County Technical College’s Expanded Duty Dental Assisting program received a maximum full reaffirmation of accreditation following a meeting of the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA). “The CODA met February 7,…

Lockheed Martin to host 2019 Code Quest Competition

February 20, 2019

Lockheed Martin (NYSE: LMT) will host its annual Code Quest competition on Saturday, April 27, 2019 at various sites worldwide, including its Greenville, S.C. facility. High schools from across the…

Amendment to City of Greenville General Election filing deadlines

February 20, 2019

Attached is an amendment to the 2019 City of Greenville General Election Filing Deadlines for Municipal Offices of the City of Greenville and the Greenville Water Commissioner of Public Works,…

Cushman & Wakefield | Thalhimer reports the following recent lease transactions in the Greenville, SC area:

February 20, 2019

Waddell & Reed Financial, Inc. leased 1,100 square feet of office space at 130 Milestone Way, Greenville, SC. Kyle Berdugo and Laura Harmon handled the lease negotiations on behalf of…

SCDA Regulators to notify industry regarding CBD and hemp in food and feed products in the market place

February 20, 2019

The South Carolina Department of Agriculture (SCDA) is aware of the growing public interest in hemp and cannabis-derived products, including cannabidiol (CBD) addition into human and animal foods in South…

Three Mashburn projects receive Golden Nail Award

February 20, 2019

On Wednesday, February 20th, Mashburn Construction celebrated three of their recent projects being recognized at the 5th Annual Columbia Impact Awards hosted by the Columbia Chamber of Commerce. Experience Columbia SC, Hall’s…

2019 National Girl Scout Cookie Weekend celebrates iconic girl-led entrepreneurial program

February 20, 2019

Customers can power amazing experiences for girls in the Upstate and Midlands by purchasing Girl Scout Cookies this February 22–24 and beyond. Girl Scouts in the Upstate, Midlands, and nationwide…

The QM Group expanding Orangeburg County operations

February 20, 2019

$9.5 million investment to accommodate continued growth The Quality Model Group of companies (The QM Group) today announced an expansion of its existing Orangeburg County plastic injection molding operations. The…

EngenuitySC and Richland One more than double number of “Dress to Impress” showcases for 2019

February 20, 2019

Popular program continues mission to make soft skills fashionable for all students EngenuitySC and Richland One today announced the expansion of the popular “Dress to Impress” showcase, an annual program…

Hammond School math team wins SCISA State High School Competition

February 20, 2019

Members of the upper school’s math team earn first place out of 61 teams in the South Carolina Independent School Association Division I State High School math meet.  Ogunfowora wins…

“Code Discussions” meetings seek public input on land use, growth

February 20, 2019

Join the ongoing conversation about the future of Richland County by attending an upcoming public meeting and giving feedback on draft regulations on land use, growth and development. The County…

Ed Mullins to be honored as United Way Humanitarian of the Year on February 21

February 20, 2019

United Way of the Midlands will honor Edward W. Mullins, Jr. as the 2018 Humanitarian of the Year award recipient at the annual Humanitarian of the Year Dinner and Award…

SC’s best and brightest in hospitality honored at Stars of SC Hospitality Awards

February 20, 2019

  The South Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association (SCRLA) honored the best of the industry at the annual Stars of South Carolina Hospitality Awards. The winners were recognized at a…

Ed Mullins to be honored as United Way Humanitarian of the Year on February 21

February 20, 2019

United Way of the Midlands will honor Edward W. Mullins, Jr. as the 2018 Humanitarian of the Year award recipient at the annual Humanitarian of the Year Dinner and Award…

EngenuitySC and Richland One more than double number of “Dress to Impress” showcases for 2019

February 20, 2019

Popular program continues mission to make soft skills fashionable for all students EngenuitySC and Richland One today announced the expansion of the popular “Dress to Impress” showcase, an annual program…

Hammond School math team wins SCISA State High School Competition

February 20, 2019

Members of the upper school’s math team earn first place out of 61 teams in the South Carolina Independent School Association Division I State High School math meet.  Ogunfowora wins…

Historic Columbia | Summer Camp

February 19, 2019

Looking for a summer camp packed full of fun, history, and slime? We got it dude! Campers ages 8 to 12 are invited to take an adventure through the ‘90s…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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.…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…