William Means Real Estate looks ahead to 2019 after record year of Charleston home sales

January 14, 2019

William Means Real Estate sold more than $220 million in Charleston real estate in 2018, making it the company’s best year to date. As one of the oldest real estate firms…

Cooper River Bridge Run partners with City of Charleston and HealthLinks Charleston to host the Charleston Health & Wellness Expo

January 14, 2019

The Cooper River Bridge Run (CRBR) has once again teamed up with the City of Charleston and HealthLinks Charleston to host the Charleston Health & Wellness Expo on Tuesday, January 15th and…

Make 2019 even brighter with limited-time offer of discounted LED bulbs

January 14, 2019

Residential electric customers with SCE&G, a subsidiary of Dominion Energy, can save an additional 19 percent on LED bulbs, excluding smart lighting products, through the online EnergyWise Savings Store when…

Furman Undergraduate Evening Studies engages business community with 2019 Advisory Council

January 14, 2019

Furman University’s Undergraduate Evening Studies (UES) has announced the new members of its 2019 Advisory Council, which supports and advocates for the program that provides working adults the opportunity to…

Greenville County Redevelopment Authority announces a notice of funding availability for the new Greenville County Affordable Housing Fund

January 14, 2019

The Greenville County Redevelopment Authority (GCRA) announces the Availability of Funding for the newly established Greenville County Affordable Housing Fund (GCAHF) and is requesting proposals from non-profit and for-profit housing developers.…

O’Neal Inc. Senior Project Manager

January 14, 2019

O’Neal Inc., a Greenville-based integrated design and construction firm, has hired Allen Wilson as Senior Project Manager. Wilson has more than 30 years of engineering and construction experience. He previously…

O’Neal Inc. hires Architect

January 14, 2019

O’Neal Inc., a Greenville-based integrated design and construction firm, has hired Michael Brown as Architect. Brown has more than 5 years of architecture experience. He previously worked for Cor3 Design…

Top Grossing Movies – January 14

January 14, 2019

Theatrical grosses from comScore   Week of 01/11/2019 to 01/17/2019 Rank Title Rating Distributor Weeks Weekend Locs Weekend Gross Cumulative 1 The Upside PG13 STX Entertainment 1 3,080  $20,355,000  $20,355,000…

LS3P welcomes Margaret Clarkson

January 14, 2019

LS3P welcomes Margaret Clarkson, who joins the firm’s Columbia, SC office as a member of the Business Development team. Clarkson brings extensive experience in development, fundraising, public relations, marketing and…

Sixty-three complete doctor of chiropractic program at Sherman College

January 14, 2019

Sixty-three students from around the world received the doctor of chiropractic degree from Sherman College of Chiropractic in Spartanburg, SC, on Saturday, December 15, 2018. The college’s 134th commencement was…

Events at The Children’s Museum is latest High Spirits Hospitality venture

January 14, 2019

The Children’s Museum of the Upstate has paired with High Spirits Hospitality to offer guests a unique event experience. This new partnership, Events at The Children’s Museum of the Upstate,…

CEO Paul Mashburn completes service as Chairman for Carolinas AGC

January 14, 2019

Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Mashburn Construction, Paul Mashburn has completed his year of service as Chairman of the Board for Carolinas Associated General Contractors (CAGC). Paul says, “I am…

Jackson hires Jerica Norris as staff accountant

January 14, 2019

Jackson Marketing, Motorsports & Events, South Carolina’s second-largest integrated marketing communication and events agency, has hired Jerica Norris as staff accountant. Norris comes to Jackson with experience in accounting, finance…

South Carolina’s first student film festival announces call for entries

January 14, 2019

Doko Film Fest, a competitive showcase event featuring the work of student filmmakers ages 15 to 18, is pleased to announce that entries are officially being accepted for its inaugural…

Womble Bond Dickinson (US) LLP launches Womble Bond Dickinson Lobby LLC to provide government relations services in South Carolina

January 14, 2019

Lobbyists John DeWorken & Sunnie Harmon to lead WBD Lobby Womble Bond Dickinson (US) LLP has launched WBD Lobby, a new subsidiary that will provide government relations and professional lobbying…

LS3P announces new leadership roles

January 14, 2019

LS3P, an architecture, interiors, and planning firm with eight offices in North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgia, is pleased to announce several key leadership changes effective February 1, 2019. •…

United Way’s Small Business Alliance hosts the inaugural Driving Down Main Topgolf Swing Suite Charity Tournament

January 14, 2019

United Way of the Midlands’ Small Business Alliance (SBA) will host its inaugural Driving Down Main Topgolf Swing Suite Tournament at The Venue on Main on February 11, 2019. “As…

Legal Marketing Association’s Southeastern Region announces its 2019 Columbia Local Steering Committee leadership

January 14, 2019

The Legal Marketing Association’s (LMA) Southeastern Region announced its Columbia Local Steering Committee leadership for 2019. The Southeastern Region is one of the largest in the international organization of LMA,…

Ken May to retire from S.C. Arts Commission after 33 years

January 14, 2019

Ken May will retire from leading the South Carolina Arts Commission in 2019 after 33 years working to improve equity in and access to the state’s arts, culture, and traditions.…

docs24 intent on customizing, revolutionizing marketing solutions with addition of North American operations in South Carolina

January 14, 2019

Agile marketing, business content and brand management solution provider assists organizations globally by enhancing quality, ensuring consistency, improving efficiency of mission-critical messaging Edinburgh, Scotland-based docs24, a provider of a revolutionary…

LS3P announces new leadership roles

January 14, 2019

LS3P, an architecture, interiors, and planning firm with eight offices in North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgia, is pleased to announce several key leadership changes effective February 1, 2019. •…

LS3P welcomes Margaret Clarkson

January 14, 2019

LS3P welcomes Margaret Clarkson, who joins the firm’s Columbia, SC office as a member of the Business Development team. Clarkson brings extensive experience in development, fundraising, public relations, marketing and…

South Carolina’s first student film festival announces call for entries

January 14, 2019

Doko Film Fest, a competitive showcase event featuring the work of student filmmakers ages 15 to 18, is pleased to announce that entries are officially being accepted for its inaugural…

United Way’s Small Business Alliance hosts the inaugural Driving Down Main Topgolf Swing Suite Charity Tournament

January 14, 2019

United Way of the Midlands’ Small Business Alliance (SBA) will host its inaugural Driving Down Main Topgolf Swing Suite Tournament at The Venue on Main on February 11, 2019. “As…

Prisma Health launches national search for new CEO

January 11, 2019

Prisma Health has launched a national search for its new chief executive officer (CEO) to lead the organization formed by the partnership of South Carolina’s largest health care systems, Greenville…

Companion Life awarded 17th consecutive A+ rating from A.M. Best

January 11, 2019

A.M. Best Company, which describes itself as the world’s oldest and most influential insurance rating and information source, designated Companion Life Insurance Co., (including its subsidiaries Niagara Life and Health…

The COMET launches The COMET On The GO! with Lyft

January 11, 2019

The COMET is helping you go around the Columbia Metropolitan Area easily!  Effective January 1, 2019, The COMET is subsidizing up to $5.00 for ridesharing trips that start and end…

The Columbia Museum of Art presents 2018 award winners

January 11, 2019

Celebrating educators, docents, volunteers, and staff Each year, the Columbia Museum of Art highlights its commitment to education, culture, and community through the presentation of awards for outstanding arts education…

CarolinaPower hires Michael Sease as Business Development Manager

January 11, 2019

CarolinaPower, a leading employee-owned electrical contractor with four offices in South Carolina, including Columbia, has hired Michael Sease as Business Development Manager. Sease will focus on growing CarolinaPower’s business in…

Renewable Properties launching new solar projects in Spartanburg County

January 11, 2019

Company investing $22.7 million in solar farm development  Renewable Properties, a leading developer in the residential, commercial and utility-scale solar markets, is growing its solar farm portfolio with seven new…

UofSC announces community events to commemorate legacy of MLK – Jan. 17 – 20

January 11, 2019

  The University of South Carolina will host a series of public events in commemoration of the life and legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. Jan. 17 – 20. This…

CarolinaPower hires Michael Sease as Business Development Manager

January 11, 2019

CarolinaPower, a leading employee-owned electrical contractor with four offices in South Carolina, including Columbia, has hired Michael Sease as Business Development Manager. Sease will focus on growing CarolinaPower’s business in…

UofSC announces community events to commemorate legacy of MLK – Jan. 17 – 20

January 11, 2019

  The University of South Carolina will host a series of public events in commemoration of the life and legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. Jan. 17 – 20. This…

Just-released Presidential Report details how MTC is succeeding at growing the college, making lives better, and leveraging goodwill

January 10, 2019

Midlands Technical College (MTC) has released its 2017-2018 Presidential Report, highlighting the college’s major successes over the past year. “We want to show the Midlands community how investments in Midlands…

Spartanburg Water announces a promotion in Human Resources

January 10, 2019

Spartanburg Water announcee the promotion of Hariette Stinson to the position of Human Resources Manager.  In her new role, Hariette is responsible for planning, directing and supervising all aspects and activities…

Spartanburg Water announces new hire

January 10, 2019

Spartanburg Water is pleased to announce the employment of Charles Logue in the position of Special Projects Manager for the Technical Services Section of the organization.  In his new role…

CDS receives Charity Navigator’s highest rating for fourth year in a row

January 10, 2019

The Center for Developmental Services (CDS) recently earned the highest awarded rating from Charity Navigator for the fourth year in a row. The coveted 4-star rating shows an organization’s strong…

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

January 10, 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…

Furman University Communications receives three CASE Awards

January 10, 2019

CASE District III has honored Furman University Communications with three awards in recognition of the office’s work to support the university’s initiatives—including the Grand Award for book design for “In…

First Citizens Bank, First South Bancorp, Inc. announce merger agreement

January 10, 2019

First-Citizens Bank & Trust Company (known as First Citizens Bank) and First South Bancorp, Inc. announced the signing of a definitive merger agreement. The agreement provides for the acquisition of…

10 State Street – For Sale or Lease

January 10, 2019

This historic 18th century, three-story, freestanding masonry building is located near the corner of State & Broad Street. 10 State is currently zoned Limited Business lending itself to many uses…

Commercial Land For Purchase in Walterboro

January 10, 2019

■ Approximately 7.22 Acres of Vacant Commercial Land on Bells Highway ■ .76 Acres in the Back is Wet ■ Can Potentially be Subdivided ■ Great Location for Multi-Family, Office…

Mt. Pleasant Office Space For Lease

January 10, 2019

Attractive two story brick office building for lease as of May 1, 2019. Currently occupied by Orbis, who may remain in all or a portion of the building and has…

Restaurant Site For Sale

January 10, 2019

■ Sales Price ~ $975,000 ■ High Traffic Retail Location with Approximately 0.70 Acres. 284 Feet of Frontage on Folly Road ■ Sale is for the Land & Building Only…

Ginny Carson announced as 2019 Chair of the Board of Directors of the Association of Proposal Management Professionals® (APMP®)

January 10, 2019

The Association of Proposal Management Professionals (APMP) has announced that Ginny Carson, CPP APMP, will serve as the 2019 Chair of its Board of Directors. Carson currently works as the…

Mayor Tecklenburg joins the Brain Injury Association of South Carolina’s Shuck-A-Rama Host Committee

January 10, 2019

The Brain Injury Association of South Carolina (BIASC) announced the addition of Mayor John Tecklenburg to the Host Committee for its 8th Annual Shuck-A-Rama. The Oyster Roast is BIASC’s primary…

Ted Honney joins United Community Mortgage Services in Mt. Pleasant

January 10, 2019

United Community Mortgage Services is pleased to welcome Ted Honney as a Mortgage Loan Officer. Honney has over 25 years of professional banking experience, 15 of which have been spent…

The Sweetery to launch new flavor of Wine Sticks at national show

January 10, 2019

ANDERSON, S.C – The family owned bakery, The Sweetery, will be introducing its latest creation – a biscotti like snack that can be paired with a Bloody Mary or sweet…

Richardson Plowden names Anthony E. Rebollo as new managing shareholder; Benjamin P. Carlton named a shareholder

January 10, 2019

Richardson Plowden & Robinson, P.A. has named attorney Anthony E. Rebollo as the Firm’s new managing shareholder. The Firm has also elected attorney Benjamin P. Carlton from associate to shareholder.…

Southern First Bank announces executive promotion

January 10, 2019

Southern First Bank is pleased to announce that Blake G. Taylor has been promoted to Executive Vice President and Columbia Regional Executive. Blake’s leadership role will include the growth and…