Grady Beard awarded SCWCEA 2018 Lifetime Service Award

October 26, 2018

The South Carolina Workers’ Compensation Educational Association (SCWCEA) has awarded Grady Beard with its Lifetime Service Award. The award honors individuals who have contributed significantly to the success and betterment…

Successful On the Table initiative sparks productive dialogue across region

October 26, 2018

Central Carolina Community Foundation to share compiled results with the community in early February 2019 On Oct. 24, 2018, thousands of Richland and Lexington County residents, organizations, and local businesses…

Buddy: The Buddy Holly Story at Town Theatre – November 2-18

October 26, 2018

With songs such as “Chantilly Lace,” Oh Boy,” “That’ll Be the Day,” “Peggy Sue,” “Everyday,” “Ready Teddy,” “Not Fade Away” and “Rave On,” this is one toe-tapping show you’ll not…

Grady Beard awarded SCWCEA 2018 Lifetime Service Award

October 26, 2018

The South Carolina Workers’ Compensation Educational Association (SCWCEA) has awarded Grady Beard with its Lifetime Service Award. The award honors individuals who have contributed significantly to the success and betterment…

Introducing 2018-2019 Richland Library Friends and Foundation board members

October 26, 2018

Supporting the work of one of the top five libraries in the country, the Richland Library Friends and Foundation is announcing its 2018-2019 board members. Leadership positions include: Sara Fisher…

Successful On the Table initiative sparks productive dialogue across region

October 26, 2018

Central Carolina Community Foundation to share compiled results with the community in early February 2019 On Oct. 24, 2018, thousands of Richland and Lexington County residents, organizations, and local businesses…

Cushman & Wakefield | Thalhimer completes lease with GGR International in Daniel Island, SC

October 25, 2018

    Cushman & Wakefield | Thalhimer reports the following recent lease transaction in the Charleston area: GGR International leased 1,012 square feet of office space at 225 Seven Farms…

MUSC receives 2018 Health Professions Higher Education Excellence in Diversity Award

October 25, 2018

For second consecutive year, MUSC earns national diversity award INSIGHT Into Diversity magazine recently designated The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) as one of the 2018 Health Professions Higher…

September passenger counts increase again

October 25, 2018

Charleston International Airport passenger counts increased an overall 8.8 percent in September. Enplanements rose 8.1 percent and deplanements rose 9.4 percent last month as compared with September 2017. People flying…

College of Charleston implements Clear Bag Policy at all ticketed athletics events

October 25, 2018

In order to expedite entry and provide a safe and secure environment for our student-athletes, staff, fans, guests and visitors, College of Charleston Athletics has implemented a Clear Bag Policy…

Charleston Animal Society at “Cat-pacity!”

October 25, 2018

Fee-Waived Adoptions on Cats and ½-Priced Kittens Through Sunday  Charleston Animal Society has had a surge of cats come into the shelter in the past week, leaving it filled to…

Frampton Construction tapped to build The Rose Pavilion at Hampton Park

October 25, 2018

Frampton Construction Company, LLC, a regional full-service construction firm providing planning and design support, preconstruction, construction services, and sustainability services throughout the Carolinas, has been selected by the Charleston Parks…

The Citadel Graduate College celebrates 50 years of educating leaders

October 25, 2018

Mitchell Lee, recording sensation and Citadel alumnus to perform at anniversary tailgate Oct. 27 The Citadel Graduate College educates students in classrooms on campus and online around the world. However,…

Atlanta-based ArtsNow awarded AAEDD Grant to fund smART Literacy! project in South Carolina schools

October 25, 2018

Charleston County School District chosen as a beneficiary of $2.27 million+ ArtsNow grant ArtsNow Learning (ArtsNow) has been selected to receive funding through the US Department of Education’s (USDOE) Assistance…

Charleston launches online performance management hub

October 25, 2018

The City of Charleston is proud to announce the launch of a new online, data-driven performance management hub focused on improving the efficiency and effectiveness of City services. The hub…

Truesdale Medical Center opens in North Charleston, offering HIV care and primary medical care

October 25, 2018

Truesdale Medical Center, offering both primary medical care and treatment specific to those living with HIV, has opened in North Charleston. The center operates in partnership with Palmetto Community Care,…

Group facilitator Thetyka Robinson joins TCCC staff

October 25, 2018

Thetyka Robinson to lead facilitation of TCCC’s networks, consortia and project teams Tri-County Cradle to Career Collaborative has hired Thetyka Robinson as Director of Facilitation. Robinson is responsible for the facilitation…

Mayor Tecklenburg announces renovation plan for Charleston Municipal Golf Course

October 25, 2018

This afternoon, Mayor John Tecklenburg joined members of Charleston City Council and community leaders for a press conference to announce the city’s plans to renovate the Municipal Golf Course for…

South Carolina students outperform nation on SAT and Advanced Placement examinations

October 25, 2018

The College Board released national and South Carolina specific results for their SAT and Advanced Placement assessments. South Carolina students scored fifteen points above the national average on the SAT exam and exceeded…

CARTA to offer free service on Election Day – November 6

October 25, 2018

Lowcountry residents can roll to the polls at no cost Charleston Area Regional Transportation Authority (CARTA) service will be free on Election Day, Tuesday, Nov. 6, the transit agency announced…

Lowcountry Livability PAC endorses Joe Boykin for County Council

October 25, 2018

The Lowcountry Livability Political Action Committee (LLPAC) (http://livabilitypac.org) today announced its endorsement of Joe Boykin for Charleston County Council. Mr. Boykin is running against incumbent Anna Johnson for the district…

Caldwell Commercial represents landlord in lease of 5955 Core Rd, suite 522

October 25, 2018

Bob Caldwell, SIOR and Bob Evans of Caldwell Commercial represented the landlord, Greenville Corporate, LLC, in the lease of 7,008 SF of space at 5955 Core Rd, Suite 522. Mike…

Caldwell Commercial represents tenant in lease of 1064 Gardner Rd, Charleston, SC

October 25, 2018

Bob Caldwell of Caldwell Commercial Real Estate represented the tenant, Beacon Association Management, in the lease of 1,112 square feet of space at 1064 Gardner Road in Charleston. Brett Schleifer…

S.C. Arts Commission offers $5,000 to state’s artists

October 25, 2018

It’s not a multi-state lottery win, but there are more recipients and they’ll at least get the full, stated value. Individual artist fellowships of $5,000 are awarded every spring by…

Career & job Fair 2019 @ SHHS

October 25, 2018

Spring Hill High School Careers Pathway Magnet cordially invites you to participate with our first Career & Job Fair on Friday, January 18, 2019, 11:15 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. at…

The Cliffs expands Cycling Program with Bobby Julich and Christian Vande Velde

October 25, 2018

The Cliffs announced that Bobby Julich and Christian Vande Velde have joined The Cliffs’ team of cycling guides. They will work with current director of cycling, George Hincapie, to expand…

Cynthia Yoshida joins the Garlington Road office of C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS

October 25, 2018

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announced that Cynthia Yoshida has joined the company’s Garlington Road Office as a sales associate. Yoshida earned a bachelors of arts in economics…

Columbia Metropolitan Airport September passenger traffic continues upward trend

October 25, 2018

Passenger traffic at Columbia Metropolitan Airport continues its growth trend with an 8.48% increase in departing passengers September year-to-date over the same nine month period in 2017. In the month…

West Columbia Beautification Foundation is paving the way in the newest West Columbia Park

October 25, 2018

The West Columbia Beautification Foundation is selling a limited amount of commemorative bricks to be placed in the newest West Columbia All-Inclusive Park – Everyone – Every Ability – A…

Kevin Gause named leader for Wells Fargo’s business banking team in Pee Dee

October 25, 2018

Continuing to serve the financial needs of its Business Banking Group (BBG) customers, Wells Fargo & Company announced that Kevin Gause has been named Pee Dee Market President. Gause will…

Art & Essay Contest Announcement

October 25, 2018

Every Year the Atlantic Institute has an Art & Essay contest for Middle and High School students with amazing prizes. This year’s theme is:  “Building Community: The Role of Teens.” If…

EdVenture Children’s Museum receives federal funding to address statewide educational challenges

October 25, 2018

EdVenture Children’s Museum has been awarded two federal grants totaling $397,493 from the Institute for Museum and Library Services (IMLS) in support of its statewide early education and youth development…

Teal Pumpkins Mean Understanding and Safety

October 25, 2018

By Mark Mozingo   Halloween kicks off the holiday season and for most families, it is a fun, active time. But for some, especially the families in our special needs…

Are you actually saving money by renting?

October 25, 2018

By William R. Jeter   As a 27-year-old financial advisor, between my friends and clients, I am frequently questioned about whether or not to the rent or buy. Owning a…

Opportunity Zones = Help for Lagging Economies

October 25, 2018

South Carolina’s Department of Commerce is laying groundwork for participation in a new community development program – Opportunity Zones – established by Congress as part of 2017’s Tax Cuts and…

Estate planning for digital assets

October 25, 2018

By Laird W. Green, CFP®   You may have decided who inherits Grandma’s favorite vase at your death, but have you determined who gets your pictures on Shutterfly? Today, almost…

Are you actually saving money by renting?

October 25, 2018

By William R. Jeter   As a 27-year-old financial advisor, between my friends and clients, I am frequently questioned about whether or not to the rent or buy. Owning a…

Career & job Fair 2019 @ SHHS

October 25, 2018

Spring Hill High School Careers Pathway Magnet cordially invites you to participate with our first Career & Job Fair on Friday, January 18, 2019, 11:15 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. at…

Estate planning for digital assets

October 25, 2018

By Laird W. Green, CFP®   You may have decided who inherits Grandma’s favorite vase at your death, but have you determined who gets your pictures on Shutterfly? Today, almost…

Opportunity Zones = Help for Lagging Economies

October 25, 2018

South Carolina’s Department of Commerce is laying groundwork for participation in a new community development program – Opportunity Zones – established by Congress as part of 2017’s Tax Cuts and…

Growl at the Moon; Final Saturday in Oz, Oct. 27

October 24, 2018

Growl at the Moon, Thursday, Oct. 25 The museum is traveling back in time to the 80’s in celebration of its 30th anniversary for the 5th annual Growl at the…

S.C. Philharmonic opens Tech Rehearsal to sold out Halloween at Hogwarts concert

October 24, 2018

Join Us for the Sunday Morning Rehearsal with Behind-the-Scenes Magic For the second year in a row the South Carolina Philharmonic sold out a family pops concert with Halloween at Hogwarts on…

Nutramax Laboratories expanding Lancaster County operations

October 24, 2018

Company investing $20 million to create 225 new jobs Nutramax Laboratories and its family of companies, a leading manufacturer and marketer of nutritional supplement products for people and their pets, are…

Giving Olympia’s Ra Obelisk a refresh

October 24, 2018

One Columbia and Columbia Development Corp partner to restore the mural One Columbia for Arts and History and the Columbia Development Corporation have partnered to complete a restoration of the…

Lexington District One celebrates 30 Teachers of the Year

October 24, 2018

The certified staff at each of Lexington County School District One’s 30 schools recently chose one certified teacher to represent them in the district’s 2018–2019 Teacher of the Year selection…

The Honor Project raises nearly $26,000 for its 4th Annual WildMayhem Golf Tournament Charitable Beneficiaries

October 24, 2018

The Honor Project’s 4th Annual WildMayhem Golf Tournament took place on September 6th, 2018 at Cobblestone Park Golf Club. The tournament benefited two local charities: Happy Wheels, a charitable organization…

S.C. Arts Commission offers $5,000 to state’s artists

October 24, 2018

It’s not a multi-state lottery win, but there are more recipients and they’ll at least get the full, stated value. Individual artist fellowships of $5,000 are awarded every spring by…

AT&T names Jane Sosebee as South Carolina President

October 24, 2018

Jane Sosebee will be the new state president for AT&T* in South Carolina. A 39-year veteran of AT&T and its predecessor companies, Sosebee was previously Director of Legislative Affairs. She…

Local non-profit to host 25th anniversary celebration

October 24, 2018

In honor of 25 years protecting and restoring the Reedy River Through education, action, and advocacy, Friends of the Reedy River hosts a 25th Anniversary Celebration this fall at The…

Organizations around the Upstate come together to celebrate 100 years since the end of WWI

October 24, 2018

The Charlie Daniels Band, aerial tributes from the Warbirds Flyover Team, free-fall parachute demonstrations and fireworks are all part of a Veterans’ Day Celebration at Fluor Feld this year. Remember…