S.C. Arts Commission honors four with fellowship grants

June 25, 2018

South Carolina artists in Charleston, Horry, Richland and Spartanburg counties representing four arts disciplines received individual artist fellowships after approval by the S.C. Arts Commission board in Columbia. Individual artists…

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SAFE Federal Credit Union relives the Disco Era at Easy Street Dinner July 17

June 25, 2018

SAFE Federal Credit Union will host its semi-annual Easy Street Dinner event Tuesday, July 17, in Sumter. The event, at the Sumter Civic Center, is for members of the Easy…

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Brown joins Flagship Properties

June 24, 2018

Jim Brown recently joined Flagship Properties’ commercial division as a sales and leasing broker. Flagship Properties is an Upstate-based real estate company that offers commercial sales and leasing, and property…

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Volvo Cars launch new S60 sports sedan – the first Volvo car made in the USA

June 24, 2018

Volvo Cars, the premium car maker, revealed the new S60 luxury sedan at the company’s first American manufacturing plant outside Charleston, South Carolina. The new South Carolina plant is officially…

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Rosen Hagood welcomes associate Bijan Ghom to the firm

June 22, 2018

Rosen Hagood is pleased to announce that Bijan Ghom has joined the firm as an associate attorney. Ghom practices in the areas of business and commercial litigation, business and corporate…

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Wyche expands its team of first class attorneys

June 22, 2018

Wyche, P.A. continues to grow as it adds two new attorneys. Jim Cox has joined as Of Counsel and brings 14 years of litigation experience. Brittany Arsiniega also has joined…

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S.C. Free Clinic Association recognized by U.S. Congress

June 22, 2018

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The South Carolina Free Clinic Association (SCFCA) and the association’s member clinics were recognized by U.S. Congressman Ralph Norman on the floor of the U.S. House of…

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Summit Contracting Group awarded $37M contract to build luxury apartments in Myrtle Beach

June 22, 2018

Summit Contracting Group, a Multifamily General Contractor with offices in Jacksonville, FL and Atlanta, GA, has started construction on Mosby Carolina Forest. This apartment development is located in the Carolina Forest community in Myrtle Beach,…

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National nurse licensure compact gains two states

June 22, 2018

  With state legislative sessions winding down across the country, it appears that two states will join the national Enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC) that allows nurses to work across…

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South State adds top commercial middle market bankers to support growth across the Carolinas

June 22, 2018

South State Bank announced  the hire of three senior commercial middle market bankers to support its growth in North Carolina and South Carolina. “As South State continues to expand across our four-state footprint,…

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Richland County receives six national awards for public education campaigns

June 22, 2018

The Richland County Public Information Office is being recognized nationally for its efforts to educate residents about the County’s services and programs. The National Association of County Information Officers (NACIO)…

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Safety in our Schools – Community Conversation – Monday, June 25

June 22, 2018

The Office of Diversity and Multicultural Inclusion has partnered with WIS News to host a Safety in Our Schools Community Conversation on June 25. The conversation will be moderated by…

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Southern Current launching new solar projects in Anderson County

June 22, 2018

Company Investing $30 Million in Solar Farm Development Southern Current, a leading developer in the residential, commercial and utility-scale solar markets, is expanding its solar farm portfolio with five new…

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Stevens & Wilkinson’s Director of Structural Engineering named South Carolina Society of Professional Engineers’ 2018 Engineer of the Year

June 22, 2018

Stevens & Wilkinson, a full-service architecture, engineering and interior design firm, announced today that Michelle Motchos, PE, LEED AP BD+C, senior associate and director of structural engineering, was named Engineer…

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Family Circle Magazine lists World Famous Hip-Hop Family Day among top 50 family-friendly festivals

June 22, 2018

Family Circle Magazine selected Columbia’s World Famous Hip-Hop Family Day as the top family-friendly festival in South Carolina and among the top 50 in the nation. On newsstands now, the July issue…

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Rosen Hagood welcomes associate Bijan Ghom to the firm

June 22, 2018

Rosen Hagood announced that Bijan Ghom has joined the firm as an associate attorney. Ghom practices in the areas of business and commercial litigation, business and corporate law, employment and…

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S.C. Free Clinic Association recognized by U.S. Congress

June 22, 2018

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The South Carolina Free Clinic Association (SCFCA) and the association’s member clinics were recognized by U.S. Congressman Ralph Norman on the floor of the U.S. House of…

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Stevens & Wilkinson’s Director of Structural Engineering named South Carolina Society of Professional Engineers’ 2018 Engineer of the Year

June 22, 2018

Stevens & Wilkinson, a full-service architecture, engineering and interior design firm, announced today that Michelle Motchos, PE, LEED AP BD+C, senior associate and director of structural engineering, was named Engineer…

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Tour of the Alvin S. Glenn Detention Center

June 21, 2018

Tour of the Alvin S. Glenn Detention Center 6:30 p.m.-8 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 27 201 John Mark Dial Drive, Columbia http://www.richlandcountysc.gov/Residents/Engage-Richland/Upcoming-Events Residents are invited to register for a tour of the…

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Pet registration event with Animal Care Officers

June 21, 2018

Pet Registration Event with Animal Care Officers 10 a.m.-noon Saturday, Aug. 25 Richland County Animal Care, Public Works Facility, 400 Powell Road, Columbia http://www.richlandcountysc.gov/Residents/Engage-Richland/Upcoming-Events Stop by Animal Care during this special Saturday event…

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Meet your first responders: EMS

June 21, 2018

Meet Your First Responders: EMS 6 p.m.-7:30 p.m. Monday, Aug. 20 Richland County Emergency Services, 1410 Laurens St., Columbia Meet in the equipment bay http://www.richlandcountysc.gov/Residents/Engage-Richland/Upcoming-Events Richland County EMTs and Paramedics will…

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Take a Bite Out of Summer: Mosquito prevention practices

June 21, 2018

Take a Bite Out of Summer: Mosquito Prevention Practices 5:30 p.m.-7 p.m. Thursday, July 19 Council Chambers, County Administration Building, 2020 Hampton St., Columbia http://www.richlandcountysc.gov/Residents/Engage-Richland/Upcoming-Events Richland County Vector Control Manager Tammy…

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Fireworks Safety Session with Richland County Fire Marshals

June 21, 2018

Fireworks Safety Session with Richland County Fire Marshals 6 p.m.-7:30 p.m, Monday, July 2 Richland County Emergency Services, 1410 Laurens St., Columbia Meet in the equipment bay http://www.richlandcountysc.gov/Residents/Engage-Richland/Upcoming-Events Meet your County…

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Richland County free community events

June 21, 2018

Tour of the Alvin S. Glenn Detention Center 6:30 p.m.-8 p.m. Thursday, June 28 201 John Mark Dial Drive, Columbia http://www.richlandcountysc.gov/Residents/Engage-Richland/Upcoming-Events Residents are invited to register for a tour of the…

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City to operate misting stations during extreme summer heat

June 21, 2018

To assist the community in staying cool during the extreme summer heat, the City of Columbia has set up misting stations in several of the City’s parks. According to the Columbia Parks & Recreation Department, misting stations will be in operation from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., when the heat index reaches 90 degrees or higher, at the followinglocations: Misting Stations: ·         Finlay Park, 930 Laurel St. Hyatt Park, 950 Jackson Ave. ·         Martin Luther King, Jr., 2300 Greene St. Owens Field Park, 1351 Jim Hamilton…

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22 School District Five students recognized in Duke TIP, 2 receive grand recognition

June 21, 2018

Twenty-two seventh-graders from Lexington-Richland School District Five have been recognized by the Duke University Talent Identification Program (Duke TIP) for their exceptional scores on the ACT or SAT, and two…

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Rick Farmer of Newberry County named SCEDA Local Developer of the Year

June 21, 2018

The South Carolina Economic Developers’ Association (SCEDA) awarded Director of Newberry County Economic Development Rick Farmer the Local Developer of the Year award during the 2018 SCEDA Annual Conference, held…

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Plogging and pints with PalmettoPride

June 21, 2018

Plogging (noun) – picking up litter while jogging. The latest environmental and health trend combines improving your community and your health at the same time. Join PalmettoPride at Columbia Craft…

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Bank of America supports Junior Achievement of Greater South Carolina in the Midlands and Low Country

June 21, 2018

The Bank of America Foundation has  made a $15,000 grant to Junior Achievement of Greater South Carolina to support their programs in the areas of financial literacy, workforce readiness, and…

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A Child’s Haven celebrates the Grand Opening of Parent-Child Interaction Garden

June 21, 2018

A Child’s Haven celebrated the Grand Opening of The Joy in Childhood Foundation Parent-Child Interaction Garden with a ribbon cutting ceremony on Friday, June 1, 2018. Our garden project incorporates…

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Moore Beauston & Woodham L.L.P. announce promotion of Kevin Caskey

June 21, 2018

Moore Beauston & Woodham L.L.P., a full service accounting and consulting firm with offices in Charleston, West Columbia, Greenville and Hartsville announce that:   Kevin M. Caskey, CPA has been…

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Capital Rotary installs 2018-2019 leadership

June 21, 2018

New 2018-2019 officers and directors for Capital Rotary were sworn into office on June 20 at an assembly to review club accomplishments since last July.   Pictured are (from left)…

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Bauknight Pietras & Stormer, P.A. named to 2018 list of Best Places to Work in South Carolina

June 21, 2018

Bauknight Pietras & Stormer, P.A. (“BPS”) is named one of the Best Places to Work in South Carolina for the third consecutive year. This thirteenth annual program was created by…

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Capital Rotary installs 2018-2019 leadership

June 21, 2018

New 2018-2019 officers and directors for Capital Rotary were sworn into office on June 20 at an assembly to review club accomplishments since last July.   Pictured are (from left)…

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LRADAC receives 3-year $150,000 CARA grant to address local drug crises

June 21, 2018

LRADAC, in collaboration with Lexington County School District One, received a competitive federal grant from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Administration (SAMHSA) to focus on the prevention of prescription…

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2018 Rotarian of the Year recognized

June 21, 2018

Outgoing Capital Rotary Club president Blake DuBose presents the 2018 Rotarian of the Year plaque to public relations chair Pete Pillow (left) in recognition of his dedicated service and loyal…

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Bauknight Pietras & Stormer, P.A. named to 2018 list of Best Places to Work in South Carolina

June 21, 2018

Bauknight Pietras & Stormer, P.A. (“BPS”) is named one of the Best Places to Work in South Carolina for the third consecutive year. This thirteenth annual program was created by…

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SC Commerce Director Bobby Hitt receives SCEDA Distinguished Service Award

June 20, 2018

The South Carolina Economic Developers’ Association (SCEDA) awarded South Carolina Secretary of Commerce Bobby Hitt with its Distinguished Service Award during the 2018 SCEDA Annual Conference held in May at…

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PurePower Technologies® launches 6.6L diesel turbo for the aftermarket

June 20, 2018

PurePower Technologies®, a leader in engineering and remanufacturing of air and fuel management components for OEMs and the aftermarket, has launched a 6.6L diesel turbo designed specifically for the aftermarket.…

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SIOS Technology opens R&D facility at University of South Carolina to advance artificial intelligence and application availability technologies through collaboration with faculty and students

June 20, 2018

SIOS Technology Corp., the industry pioneer in the application of artificial intelligence (AI) to help enterprises lower costs and ensure resilience of their critical information technology infrastructures, today announced the opening…

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13th Annual National Dump the pump day to be held on June 21 Dump the Pump. Ride public transit.

June 20, 2018

The COMET will join with other public transportation systems nationwide to participate in the 13th annual National Dump the Pump Day on Thursday, June 21.  The COMET bus system will also be FREE all…

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School District Five graduate inducted into James Francis Byrnes Society of Student Leaders

June 20, 2018

Irmo High School graduate Callie Farrell is one of four students to be inducted into the James Francis Byrnes Society of Student Leaders. Students who are nominated for the society…

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“Amplify: A Cultural Plan for the Columbia Area” to host town hall meeting and seeks public input on planning process early findings

June 20, 2018

One Columbia for Arts & History, which advises, amplifies and advocates for the unified arts and history community, announces that, as a part of“Amplify: A Cultural Plan for the Columbia…

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The City of Columbia invites YOU to participate in Columbia’s 4th Annual Park(ing) Day!

June 20, 2018

PARK(ing) Day is an annual open-source global event where citizens, artists and activists collaborate to temporarily transform metered parking spaces into “PARK(ing)” spaces: temporary public places. The mission of PARK(ing) Day…

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Senate passes Defense Authorization bill includes key South Carolina and national security priorities

June 20, 2018

U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) voted in favor of the John S. McCain National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2019(FY19 NDAA), which included several priorities for South Carolina and…

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United Community Banks, Inc. appoints two new board members, Lance F. Drummond and Jennifer Mann

June 20, 2018

United Community Banks, Inc. (NASDAQ:UCBI) (“United”) announced today that its Board of Directors has appointed Lance F. Drummond and Jennifer Mann to serve as Board members, effective immediately. Mr. Drummond…

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Six-Day Institute at Midlands Technical College gives high-school professionals new insights into STEM education

June 20, 2018

This month, Midlands Technical College (MTC) hosted a six-day summer institute for faculty and staff from high schools across the Midlands. The STEM Career Pathways 101 institute was a highly…

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Epworth Ice Cream now available

June 20, 2018

Epworth Ice Cream has announced that it will now be available at area churches through special events and locally owned retailers. One hundred percent of all profits will benefit Epworth…

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Eric Quave-Robinson joins Coldwell Banker in Columbia area

June 20, 2018

Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage welcomes Eric Quave-Robinson as a residential sales agent in its Blythewood office. Eric has previously worked in commercial and residential inspections and construction. He is set…

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2018 Rotarian of the Year recognized

June 20, 2018

Outgoing Capital Rotary Club president Blake DuBose presents the 2018 Rotarian of the Year plaque to public relations chair Pete Pillow (left) in recognition of his dedicated service and loyal…

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