BullStreet District celebrates Columbia, S.C.’s largest tech jobs expansion in 10 years

September 24, 2018

Columbia, S.C. – The BullStreet District—S.C.’s first urban gigabit community—celebrates global tech giant Capgemini’s addition of at least 200 more jobs in the district, which constitutes the largest announcement of…

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Smith Moore Leatherwood to merge with Fox Rothschild

September 24, 2018

Effective Nov. 1, Smith Moore Leatherwood LLP will merge with Fox Rothschild LLP. This move, which adds 130 attorneys to Fox, signals the firm’s first foray into the Southeast. The…

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HALLOWEEN FEST at Sherman College’s Chiropractic Health Center

September 24, 2018

  What: Join us as we celebrate Halloween at the Sherman College Health Center Trick-or-treating, family fun, food truck, candy, and games! Who: Everyone is welcome – bring the whole…

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Three organizations, one common goal come together for Rebuild Upstate

September 24, 2018

Rebuild Upstate recently teamed up with Habitat for Humanity of Greenville County and Furman University’s Community Conservation Corps to revitalize a deserving family’s home. The house, built in 1948, sits…

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Stephanie Szkolnicki joins the Greer office of C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS

September 24, 2018

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS® announced that Stephanie Szkolnicki has joined the company’s Greer office as a sales associate. Born and raised in the Upstate, Szkolnicki is a…

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Columbia-Richland Fire Department deploys personnel and equipment to assist with flooding from Hurricane Florence

September 24, 2018

The Columbia-Richland Fire Department has deployed 15 personnel, along with a contingent of specialized vehicles and equipment to assist with potential water search/rescues, due to the flooding caused by Hurricane…

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Museum of Oz returns, Saturday, Sept. 29

September 24, 2018

. . Museum of Oz Returns, Saturday, Sept. 29 The South Carolina State Museum will once again transform into the Museum of Oz,enhanced with even more exciting “Oz” events for…

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Lexington District One names Nester new middle school principal

September 24, 2018

During the September 18, 2018 meeting of the Lexington County School District One Board of Trustees, the board named Gloria B. Nester principal of the district’s newest middle school under…

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Columbia College ranked by the US News and World Report

September 24, 2018

The US News and World Report Best Colleges lists come out annually to help perspective college students narrow their college search.  Their annual reporting covers 50 different categories of numerical…

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Columbia Metropolitan Airport to co-host small business event

September 24, 2018

Columbia Metropolitan Airport, in partnership with the South Carolina Airports Coalition, will co-host the 2018 Small Business Fly-In for DBEs, women-owned businesses, veteran-owned businesses and small local business enterprises. The…

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Three Child Welfare executives to join Palmetto Association for Children and Families Board of Directors

September 24, 2018

The Palmetto Association for Children and Families (PAFCAF) is excited to announce the addition of three new members to their Board of Directors. The new members include Brian Clark from…

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Eight seniors named National Merit semifinalists

September 24, 2018

The National Merit Scholarship Program named eight Lexington County School District One students National Merit semifinalists, keeping them in the running for significant scholarship awards. Each year, thousands of students…

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McLeod Health is offering free, virtual doctor visits for those impacted by Hurricane Florence and continued flooding

September 24, 2018

The Only Hospital-Affiliated Telehealth Service In The Region Enables Patients To Speak Directly With A Doctor Online Anytime From Anywhere In The Carolinas McLeod Health is waiving the fees for…

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Three Child Welfare executives to join Palmetto Association for Children and Families Board of Directors

September 24, 2018

The Palmetto Association for Children and Families (PAFCAF) is excited to announce the addition of three new members to their Board of Directors. The new members include Brian Clark from…

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Two USC law students receive D. Reece Williams III Trial Advocacy Award

September 24, 2018

Two students at the University of South Carolina School of Law have been honored with the D. Reece Williams III Trial Advocacy Award after they won the school’s mock trial…

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BullStreet District celebrates Columbia, S.C.’s largest tech jobs expansion in 10 years

September 23, 2018

The BullStreet District—S.C.’s first urban gigabit community—celebrates global tech giant Capgemini’s addition of at least 200 more jobs in the district, which constitutes the largest announcement of tech jobs in…

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USDA eases program rules for South Carolina SNAP participants impacted by Florence

September 23, 2018

The U.S. Department of Agriculture granted flexibility to allow South Carolina residents to replace food purchased with SNAP benefits that was lost due to power outages and flooding caused by…

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UnitedHealth Group announces $500,000 donation to One SC Fund

September 23, 2018

L to R: JoAnn M. Turnquist of Central Carolina Community Foundation, UHG executive Garland Scott, Gov. Henry McMaster, UHG executive Tommy O’Conner and Jack Shields of UHG Photo credit: T.C.…

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City of Columbia’s outdoor ice skating rink returns Thanksgiving Day at new location

September 23, 2018

The City of Columbia’s outdoor ice skating rink will open on Thanksgiving Day with a new name and a new location. Columbia’s Holiday ICE, formerly known as Main Street ICE,…

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Four South Carolina counties approved for Individual Assistance program

September 23, 2018

Dillon, Horry, Marion, and Marlboro Individual Assistance Eligibility Added to S.C. Disaster Declaration At the request of Governor Henry McMaster, the Federal Emergency Management Agency has amended its disaster declaration…

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BullStreet District celebrates Columbia, S.C.’s largest tech jobs expansion in 10 years

September 23, 2018

The BullStreet District—S.C.’s first urban gigabit community—celebrates global tech giant Capgemini’s addition of at least 200 more jobs in the district, which constitutes the largest announcement of tech jobs in…

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My Special Aflac Duck™ soars into Palmetto Health Children’s Hospital

September 21, 2018

  Aflac, the leader in voluntary insurance sales at U.S. worksites, delivered My Special Aflac DuckTM to Palmetto Health Children’s Hospital in Columbia, South Carolina. My Special Aflac Duck, designed…

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Allen Tate Companies and Howard Hanna Real Estate join forces

September 21, 2018

Left to Right: Howard W. “Hoddy” Hanna, III, Chairman, Howard Hanna Real Estate Services, Phyllis York Brookshire, President, Allen Tate Realtors, Howard W. “Hoby” Hanna, IV, President of Real Estate…

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Vista Guild announces lineup for Vista After Five, free concert series

September 21, 2018

The Congaree Vista Guild, a non-profit, membership-based organization comprised of a wide variety of restaurateurs, shop, business, gallery owners and homeowners in the Vista, will again host “Vista After Five,”…

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Columbia Relief “Packing the Bus” with Donations for Hurricane Victims – September 22

September 21, 2018

  This Saturday, September 22, Columbia Relief is holding a “Pack the Bus” event in partnership with The COMET. Volunteers will be filling a COMET bus with donations for those…

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‘Conduct the Phil’ at Soda City Saturday September 22

September 21, 2018

‘Conduct the Phil,’ a community engagement program by the SC Philharmonic will return to Soda City Market at the corner of Main and Hampton Streets from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. This Saturday,…

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Greenville Health System and Palmetto Health to unite under a new brand identity early 2019

September 21, 2018

  Greenville Health System (GHS) and Palmetto Health will come together under a single brand, sharing a new name and logo, in early 2019. As part of the new identity,…

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Dominion Energy gives $150,000 for Hurricane Florence relief

September 21, 2018

To help with ongoing impacts of Hurricane Florence in South Carolina and neighboring states, Dominion Energy has stepped up with funding for organizations on the ground helping those in need.…

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West Columbia Beautification Foundation Tribute for Trees Event raises over $31,000

September 21, 2018

  The West Columbia Beautification Foundation held its 4th Annual Tribute for Trees Gala on Tuesday, September 18th, 2018. The gala raised over $31,000, including a $10,000 donation from Soda…

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Columbia Empowerment Zone celebrates 10 years of service

September 21, 2018

During the month of September, the Columbia Empowerment Zone, Inc. (CEZ) celebrates 10 years of service to the City of Columbia. The Columbia Empowerment Zone Board of Directors, who oversaw…

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AgFirst, CoBank donate to hurricane relief efforts

September 21, 2018

AgFirst Farm Credit Bank, which is part of a system that supports rural communities and agriculture throughout the United States, has donated $100,000 to the American Red Cross’ hurricane relief…

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Agriculture included in Governor’s request for federal aid

September 21, 2018

South Carolina Commissioner of Agriculture Hugh Weathers praised Governor Henry McMaster for including statewide agricultural losses – estimated at $125 million – in his request to the state’s congressional delegation…

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NTE Energy, partners donate over $60,000 to Hurricane Florence relief efforts in the Carolinas

September 21, 2018

MHPS, Gemma, NAES, Vogt and ACES join with NTE to aid struggling communities ST. AUGUSTINE, Fla., September 20, 2018–NTE Energy and its development partners are donating more than $60,000 to…

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Sonoco’s Hartsville paper employees return to work following historic flood

September 21, 2018

Sonoco paper mill employees will return to work starting at 7 a.m. on Friday, Sept. 21, after Hurricane Florence caused historic flooding across Sonoco’s Hartsville headquarters that shut down all…

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Treasurer Curtis Loftis launches 2018 Future Scholar Holler Sweepstakes

September 21, 2018

South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis announced the launch of the second annual Future Scholar Holler Sweepstakes. Young Clemson University and University of South Carolina football fans who love to holler…

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SAFE Federal Credit Union donates $25,000 for hurricane relief

September 21, 2018

SAFE Federal Credit Union, headquartered in the heart of South Carolina, has donated $25,000 for disaster relief related to Hurricane Florence. The credit union raised most of that amount through…

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Five Midlands leaders to be recognized at 116th Annual Gala

September 21, 2018

On Thursday, October 4, 2018, the Columbia Chamber will honor five remarkable individuals at the 116th Annual Gala, presented by BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina, at the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center…

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Turbeville Insurance Agency hires Jack Godbold to spearhead Small Commercial Insurance division

September 21, 2018

Turbeville Insurance Agency (TIA) recently hired Jack Godbold to the company’s executive team as the Small Commercial Lines Director. In this role, Godbold will also oversee many of TIA’s high…

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My Special Aflac Duck™ soars into Palmetto Health Children’s Hospital

September 21, 2018

  Aflac, the leader in voluntary insurance sales at U.S. worksites, delivered My Special Aflac DuckTM to Palmetto Health Children’s Hospital in Columbia, South Carolina. My Special Aflac Duck, designed…

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NTE Energy, partners donate over $60,000 to Hurricane Florence relief efforts in the Carolinas

September 21, 2018

MHPS, Gemma, NAES, Vogt and ACES join with NTE to aid struggling communities ST. AUGUSTINE, Fla., September 20, 2018–NTE Energy and its development partners are donating more than $60,000 to…

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SAFE Federal Credit Union donates $25,000 for hurricane relief

September 21, 2018

SAFE Federal Credit Union, headquartered in the heart of South Carolina, has donated $25,000 for disaster relief related to Hurricane Florence. The credit union raised most of that amount through…

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Treasurer Curtis Loftis launches 2018 Future Scholar Holler Sweepstakes

September 21, 2018

South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis announced the launch of the second annual Future Scholar Holler Sweepstakes. Young Clemson University and University of South Carolina football fans who love to holler…

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Vista Guild announces lineup for Vista After Five, free concert series

September 21, 2018

The Congaree Vista Guild, a non-profit, membership-based organization comprised of a wide variety of restaurateurs, shop, business, gallery owners and homeowners in the Vista, will again host “Vista After Five,”…

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Stakeholders bring Blue Zones exploration process to a close

September 20, 2018

Thursday, September 20th, a group of local stakeholders evaluating the Blue Zones Project for possible implementation in the Charleston area concluded that there was not a viable path forward for…

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Smith rejoices that jobs have been saved, but they should never have been threatened

September 20, 2018

James Smith, Democratic nominee for governor of South Carolina, had the following to say about the news that Element Electronics in Winnsboro has obtained the exemption it sought, and 126…

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The South Carolina Department of Revenue offers tax relief for victims of Hurricane Florence

September 20, 2018

The South Carolina Department of Revenue (SCDOR) recognizes that Hurricane Florence may have affected the ability of certain taxpayers to meet South Carolina’s tax filing deadlines. The SCDOR will work…

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Columbia Animal Shelter receives over 50 pets due to hurricane Florence rescued pets find new home in Tennessee

September 20, 2018

This past Sunday evening, Columbia Animal Services opened their doors to 35 dogs when they were forced out of the Anson County Shelter, NC due to a partially collapsed ceiling…

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Columbia Compass: Envision 2036 October public open houses

September 20, 2018

The City of Columbia will host two public open houses to kick off the first round of public engagement for Columbia Compass, the ten-year update to the City of Columbia’s…

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State officials release initial damage assessment following Hurricane Florence

September 20, 2018

The Office of the Governor has released its preliminary damage assessment following Hurricane Florence that hit South and North Carolina late last week. The South Carolina Emergency Management Division (SCEMD)…

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Guy Roofing wins Firestone’s Inner Circle of Quality Award

September 20, 2018

Guy Roofing has won the Firestone Inner Circle of Quality Award, the only roofing contractor in South Carolina to receive this prestigious commercial roofing industry honor. As a Firestone Master…

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