New name and website for 3Fold

December 13, 2017

One of the region’s most dynamic marketing companies has updated its name and launched a new website to highlight its change in culture and philosophy. 3Fold Creative is now simply…

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Midlands Technical College Foundation receives $25,000 from Wells Fargo to support veterans education

December 13, 2017

  Left to righ:t  Jack Hoekstra, CEO of the MTC Foundation; Ronald L. Rhames, MTC President; Susan Bankson, SC Community Affairs Representative for Wells Fargo; Holt Chetwood, Wells Fargo Midlands…

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CresCom Bank raises $1,800 for Myrtle Beach Intermediate School’s Angel Tree Fund

December 13, 2017

Employees at CresCom Bank, the community-banking leader within the Carolinas, raised $1,800 in donations for the Angel Tree fund at Myrtle Beach Intermediate School. The donations will go towards purchasing gifts…

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CresCom Bank introduces new team members throughout the Carolinas

December 13, 2017

CresCom Bank, a leading community bank in North and South Carolina, welcomes new team members throughout its North Carolina and South Carolina branches. New team members include: Cayce, S.C. ·      Andrew Duke has…

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Local students design, build pavilion at Medway Community Garden

December 13, 2017

Two years ago the Charleston Parks Conservancy offered James Island residents a garden-to-table option at Medway Park & Community Garden. Quickly, residents began filling the 60 leased beds with produce…

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New Homes Group Spreads holiday cheer

December 13, 2017

On Friday, December 8th in the spirit of the Holiday Season, the Carolina One New Homes group reached out to a dear friend in need. Will Jenkinson, the New Homes Broker-In-Charge,…

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College of Charleston and Trident Tech establish Cougar Path Program

December 13, 2017

The College of Charleston and Trident Technical College (TTC) have formed a partnership designed to transition TTC students into the CofC’s Bachelor of Professional Studies Program. The Cougar Path Program is a 2+2…

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36th Annual Holiday Parade of Boats prize winners

December 13, 2017

  The 36th Annual Holiday Parade of Boats, produced by the City of Charleston and the Charleston Sail and Power Squadron, was held in Charleston Harbor on Saturday, December 9, 2017.…

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Wofford football coach Mike Ayers announces retirement

December 13, 2017

Mike Ayers announced his retirement, concluding a 30-year career as head football coach at Wofford College.  For three decades, Ayers guided the Terriers from the NAIA and NCAA Division II…

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City of Charleston offers affordable housing through First Time Homeownership Initiative

December 13, 2017

The city of Charleston department of Housing and Community Development recently constructed two homes, located at 1904 Doscher Avenue and 56 Nunan Street, that are now available for purchase through…

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SOL Southwest Kitchen & Tequila Bar partners with Windwood Farm Home & Family Services this holiday season

December 13, 2017

Now through January 7th, SOL Southwest Kitchen & Tequila Bar in Mt. Pleasant, Summerville and Downtown Charleston has partnered with Windwood Farm Home & Family Services to raise money through…

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At This Year’s Family Holiday Gathering, Talk to Your Loved Ones About Growing Older

December 13, 2017

Discussions about assisted living facilities, paying for long-term care, creating wills and other legal documents don’t always come up during holiday visits and Christmas dinners. But the holiday season is…

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International African American Museum receives $250,000 pledge from BB&T

December 13, 2017

One of the primary goals of the International African American Museum (IAAM) is to illuminate African American history, and in the process, elevate diversity and inclusion, a mission shared by…

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Going Casual for a Cause: Collins & Lacy seeks 2018 Denim Day recipients

December 13, 2017

Each year, Collins & Lacy, P.C. holds a year-long project as a way for the business defense firm to give back to the community. The firm is now reaching out…

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Chabad to light tallest menorah in the Southeast – December 14

December 13, 2017

Chabad of South Carolina will light the tallest menorah in the Southeast this Thursday December 14th at 5:30pm at the Chabad Aleph House 2509 Decker Blvd. The Menorah is 27…

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Colliers International Dealmakers: Who’s buying, selling, leasing and investing in South Carolina this week

December 13, 2017

Colliers International in South Carolina is pleased to announce the following commercial real estate transactions: Chuck Salley, SIOR, Dave Mathews, SIOR and Thomas Beard represented both the landlord and the…

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SCRA announces SC Launch investment in Phi Life Sciences

December 13, 2017

SCRA’s entrepreneurial program, SC Launch, Inc. recently finalized a $200,000 investment in Charleston-based Phi Life Sciences, a molecular diagnostic and laboratory service company that aims to help patients by reducing…

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Barcelona, Spain: A City Like No Other

December 13, 2017

By Mike DuBose, Debra DuBose, and Blake DuBose   Blending history and Modernism, Barcelona is a clean, beautiful, friendly, and fun city. It draws 32 million visitors each year to…

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Citadel Veteran Students partnering with Junior League to help families with babies

December 13, 2017

Holiday spirit taking Student Veterans Association across campus collecting donations   The Citadel Student Veterans Association (CSVA) in conjunction with the Junior League of Charleston is hosting a diaper drive…

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Jeff Stover elected to executive committee at SCBIO

December 13, 2017

Jeff Stover, a shareholder with Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, has been elected to the executive committee for South Carolina Biotechnology Innovation Organization. Jeff currently serves on the Board of Directors for…

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The Fountain Inn Symphony Orchestra introduces new website

December 13, 2017

The Fountain Inn Symphony Orchestra (FISO) recently launched its new website: fountaininnsymphony.org. The updated website is reconstructed with a completely new design, aligned with an elevated brand image, including a…

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WORLD News Group names its Book of the Year winners

December 13, 2017

ASHEVILLE, NC – From the war on poverty to famine in the Ukraine, from the political world of the Book of Samuel to Darwinian evolution and living the best life…

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Select Bancorp and Premara financial merger receives regulatory and shareholder approvals

December 13, 2017

The combined company is projected to have $1.1 billion in total assets and 18 branches serving North and South Carolina. Select Bancorp, Inc., the holding company of Select Bank &…

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Barcelona, Spain: A City Like No Other

December 13, 2017

By Mike DuBose, Debra DuBose, and Blake DuBose   Blending history and Modernism, Barcelona is a clean, beautiful, friendly, and fun city. It draws 32 million visitors each year to…

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Going Casual for a Cause: Collins & Lacy seeks 2018 Denim Day recipients

December 13, 2017

Each year, Collins & Lacy, P.C. holds a year-long project as a way for the business defense firm to give back to the community. The firm is now reaching out…

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Tri-DAC accepting nominations for summer arts program

December 13, 2017

Lexington County School District One educators and parents can begin nominating talented students for the 2018 Tri-District Arts Consortium Summer Program. This year marks the 33nd year Tri-DAC has provided…

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Midlands families receive holiday food baskets and gifts from SCE&G

December 12, 2017

SCE&G employees and retirees will fill and deliver 400 food baskets to low-income, pre-identified families in the Midlands as part of the company’s employee-funded annual Good Neighbor Fund (GNF) Christmas…

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Home Works of America receives One SC Funds for Disaster Repairs

December 12, 2017

  Home Works of America announced that it has been awarded a $20,500 grant from the One SC Fund housed at Central Carolina Community Foundation.  This grant will help bring hope…

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Lexington County Sheriff’s Department earns seventh accreditation award

December 12, 2017

The Lexington County Sheriff’s Department has received its seventh Law Enforcement Accreditation Award from the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies Inc., commonly known as CALEA. “A team of…

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Businesses eligible for $100 million potential tax saving

December 12, 2017

Businesses in South Carolina were eligible for more than $100 million in potential tax savings so far this year through the Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) program, the S.C. Department…

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Cypress adds new development associate Tyler Baldwin III

December 12, 2017

Cypress Commercial and Investment Real Estate, a Columbia-based firm serving the Southeast, announced the addition of Tyler Baldwin III to its team. Baldwin, a native of South Carolina, has worked…

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AT&T expands access to high speed internet in Richland County

December 12, 2017

AT&T* Fixed Wireless Internet(1) for rural and underserved locations needing home internet is now available to residents and small businesses in parts of Richland County, including Eastover, Gadsden and Hopkins.…

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NAI Avant procures Chapin retail building sale

December 12, 2017

NAI Avant announced the sale of 500 Lexington Avenue, a 5,000-square foot freestanding retail building in Chapin, SC. Represented by senior broker Gerald Steele, Jennifer M Hamre & Joshua D…

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Why Employee Onboarding is Critical to Small Business Success

December 12, 2017

By Matt Vaadi   Every small business leader wants to get the most out of new team members as fast as possible and then keep them as long as possible.…

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21 South Carolina leaders selected for Liberty Fellowship’s 14th class

December 12, 2017

Individually, the 21 leaders chosen for Liberty Fellowship’s 14th class are accomplished and impressive. Connected to the broader network of 290 Liberty Fellows working collaboratively across South Carolina, they are…

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Cypress adds new development associate Tyler Baldwin III

December 12, 2017

Cypress Commercial and Investment Real Estate, a Columbia-based firm serving the Southeast, announced the addition of Tyler Baldwin III to its team. Baldwin, a native of South Carolina, has worked…

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District Five names Dr. Christina Melton superintendent-elect

December 12, 2017

Lexington-Richland School District Five trustees announced Monday that they have picked veteran educator Dr. Christina Melton to become the district’s next superintendent. Melton, who is currently the district’s chief instructional…

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NAI Avant procures Chapin retail building sale

December 12, 2017

NAI Avant announced the sale of 500 Lexington Avenue, a 5,000-square foot freestanding retail building in Chapin, SC. Represented by senior broker Gerald Steele, Jennifer M Hamre & Joshua D…

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New construction engineering program to begin at The Citadel in fall 2018

December 11, 2017

The Citadel School of Engineering continues to grow to meet the demand for highly trained engineers in South Carolina and around the country. The South Carolina Commission on Higher Education (CHE) approved…

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District Five names Dr. Christina Melton superintendent-elect

December 11, 2017

Lexington-Richland School District Five trustees announced Monday that they have picked veteran educator Dr. Christina Melton to become the district’s next superintendent. Melton, who is currently the district’s chief instructional…

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History Commission approves language for John C. Calhoun monument plaque

December 11, 2017

The Charleston Commission on History on Wednesday unanimously approved language for a plaque to be erected at the John C. Calhoun monument in Marion Square. The language will be considered by Charleston…

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USC College of Engineering and Computing receives $10,000 from Dominion Energy Charitable Foundation

December 11, 2017

The University of South Carolina (USC) Educational Foundation and the USC College of Engineering and Computing announced a $10,000 grant from the Dominion Energy Charitable Foundation, the non-profit arm of…

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Bank of America employees partner with Lowcountry Food Bank to donate $20,000

December 11, 2017

    Bank of America employees packed food for the coastal Carolina community that the Lowcountry Food Bank at the Lowcountry Food Bank. In addition to providing hands-on support, the…

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Santee Cooper Board approves 2018 Budget

December 11, 2017

The Santee Cooper Board of Directors approved a $2.1 billion budget for 2018 at its regular monthly meeting today. The 2018 budget includes $1.7 billion for the electric system, $9.8…

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Baker Infiniti hosts local toy drop for Toys for Tots

December 11, 2017

Baker Infiniti, a Baker Motor Company dealership, announced that it will be a Toys for Tots toy drop location this year. The goal, which they intend to reach by Friday,…

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The Citadel earns prestigious CASE educational fundraising award

December 11, 2017

The Citadel has been named a recipient of a 2017 CASE (Council for the Advancement and Support of Education) Educational Fundraising Award in overall performance, an honor given to superior fundraising programs…

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City of Charleston Department of Traffic and Transportation releases new SmartCards for updated parking meters

December 11, 2017

The city of Charleston department of traffic and transportation is in the process of updating the peninsula’s 1,709 parking meters to accept credit cards in addition to coin and SmartCard…

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MTEC partners with the U.S. Army to design and develop extracorporeal life support devices

December 11, 2017

In partnership with the U.S. Army Medical Research and Materiel Command (USAMRMC), the Medical Technology Enterprise Consortium (MTEC) announced that Human Biomed, Inc. of South Burlington, Vermont, has been awarded…

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Frampton Construction completes event pavilion at The Omni Grove Park Inn

December 11, 2017

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 completed construction on the 10,000-square foot…

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College of Charleston’s international business program ranks No. 2 in nation

December 11, 2017

The School of Business at the College of Charleston remains a top competitor in the world of higher education. The School’s international business undergraduate program earned the No. 2 spot on the…

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