​​Experienced Charleston realtor Adam Edwards joins The Cassina Group

May 2, 2018

​Charleston’s innovation-driven real estate firm, The Cassina Group, has hired experienced​ Realtor Adam Edwards. He will be based at the company’s downtown office at 132 East Bay St. “I am…

Fill the Red Truck – May 19-20

May 2, 2018

The City of Columbia Animal Services Department needs help filling up their red truck with supplies for the shelter. Animal lovers are encouraged to drop off pet supplies at the…

Dustin Scott becomes Certified Public Accountant

May 2, 2018

Palmetto Tax Advocates announced that Dustin Scott has passed the Uniform Certified Public Accountant Examination and is now a CPA. Scott is an accountant with undergraduate and master’s degrees in…

School District Five leaders named Magnet Schools of America Superintendent, Principal of the Year

May 2, 2018

Two Lexington-Richland School District Five leaders have earned national titles. Dr. Stephen Hefner has been named National Superintendent of the Year by Magnet Schools of America (MSA), while Spring Hill…

Precious Cargo: Collins & Lacy, P.C. calls on community to help donate items for foster children

May 2, 2018

May is National Foster Care Month, and to promote awareness, Collins & Lacy, P.C. is again teaming up with the South Carolina Youth Advocate Program (SCYAP), a provider of foster…

Areas of Progress in South Carolina – May 3

May 2, 2018

Areas of Progress is a weekly roundup of measurable areas of improvement and progress from around the state, especially in the areas of education, entrepreneurship, the arts, the environment, energy, agriculture, and philanthropy.   South Carolinians Saving More for College…

Areas of Progress in South Carolina – May 3

May 2, 2018

Areas of Progress is a weekly roundup of measurable areas of improvement and progress from around the state, especially in the areas of education, entrepreneurship, the arts, the environment, energy, agriculture, and philanthropy.   South Carolinians Saving More for College…

The COMET welcomes its new Director

May 2, 2018

The COMET is proud to announce and welcome John Andoh as the new Executive Director of the Central Midlands Transit Authority (The COMET).  Andoh will be responsible for the administration…

The COMET welcomes its new Director

May 2, 2018

The COMET is proud to announce and welcome John Andoh as the new Executive Director of the Central Midlands Transit Authority (The COMET).  Andoh will be responsible for the administration…

Southern First Bank hires new executive for Columbia, SC team

May 2, 2018

Southern First Bancshares, Inc., holding company for Southern First Bank, is pleased to announce that J. Brian Blackwelder has joined the bank as Senior Vice President and Team Leader in…

Melissa Morales joins Southern Community Services as chief financial officer

May 2, 2018

Southern Community Services (SCS), one of only six AAMC –accredited community association management firms in South Carolina, announces the appointment of Melissa Morales as the company’s chief financial officer. With…

HR manager, author & vocalist joins Rotary

May 2, 2018

Dr. Daniel Moses (left in photo) was inducted into Capital Rotary Club by his sponsor, club president Blake DuBose, in late April. Moses, a native of Hartsville, SC, received graduate…

Milliken & Company named one of America’s Best Mid-Size Employers by Forbes

May 2, 2018

Milliken & Company, a global innovation company with textile, specialty chemical and floor covering manufacturing expertise, is honored to be named among America’s Best Mid-Size Employers in 2018. Compiled by…

High Spirits Hospitality’s Tammy Johnson wins CommunityWorks’ Woman-Owned Small Business of the Year

May 2, 2018

Tammy Johnson, High Spirits Hospitality’s president and CEO, was named the Woman-Owned Small Business of the Year by CommunityWorks Tuesday night. A native of Houston, Johnson has been making an…

Elmore Goldsmith attorneys recognized as South Carolina ‘Super Lawyers’

May 2, 2018

Four attorneys from Elmore Goldsmith have been named by South Carolina Super Lawyers Magazine for 2018. Super Lawyers recognizes attorneys who have distinguished themselves in their legal practice and less…

New Doctors Care offers convenient services for USC, Five Points, downtown residents

May 2, 2018

Doctors Care P.A., South Carolina’s largest urgent care company, held a ribbon-cutting today to celebrate the opening of its newest center in Columbia – the company’s 54th location in South…

ABC of the Carolinas continues tradition with 9th annual Hard Hat Legislative Day in Columbia

May 2, 2018

  The Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) of the Carolinas held its ninth annual Hard Hat Legislative Day in Columbia in April. Each spring, about 100 ABC members – representing…

Melissa Morales joins Southern Community Services as chief financial officer

May 2, 2018

Southern Community Services (SCS), one of only six AAMC –accredited community association management firms in South Carolina, announces the appointment of Melissa Morales as the company’s chief financial officer. With…

Precious Cargo: Collins & Lacy, P.C. calls on community to help donate items for foster children

May 2, 2018

May is National Foster Care Month, and to promote awareness, Collins & Lacy, P.C. is again teaming up with the South Carolina Youth Advocate Program (SCYAP), a provider of foster…

Southern First Bank hires new executive for Columbia, SC team

May 2, 2018

Southern First Bancshares, Inc., holding company for Southern First Bank, is pleased to announce that J. Brian Blackwelder has joined the bank as Senior Vice President and Team Leader in…

Women in Philanthropy hosts its 15th Annual Power of the Purse on May 3 to raise money for women and children in the Midlands

May 2, 2018

United Way of the Midlands’ Women in Philanthropy hosts the 15th Annual Power of the Purse event Thursday, May 3, 5:30 p.m. at 701 Whaley to raise money to support…

ABC of the Carolinas continues tradition with 9th annual Hard Hat Legislative Day in Columbia

May 2, 2018

  The Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) of the Carolinas held its ninth annual Hard Hat Legislative Day in Columbia in April. Each spring, about 100 ABC members – representing…

HR manager, author & vocalist joins Rotary

May 2, 2018

Dr. Daniel Moses (left in photo) was inducted into Capital Rotary Club by his sponsor, club president Blake DuBose, in late April. Moses, a native of Hartsville, SC, received graduate…

State of travel and tourism to be highlighted during North Myrtle Beach Chamber’s annual marketing summit

May 1, 2018

The state of travel and tourism in South Carolina is stronger than ever, and presenters will discuss just what this means for the Grand Strand at the North Myrtle Beach…

Gurry Roberts Joins Coldwell Banker Caine in Greenville

May 1, 2018

Coldwell Banker Caine recently welcomed Gurry Roberts as a residential sales agent to its Greenville office. From an early age, Gurry’s parents instilled an appreciation of owning property in him.…

Crawford Strategy’s Hannah Stone Receives Sandy Linning Excellence Award

May 1, 2018

Crawford Strategy, a full-service agency committed to providing strategic and creative communications solutions to businesses, recently presented the 2018 Sandy Linning Excellence Award to team member Hannah Stone. Stone, Senior…

Tricia Bradbury Joins Coldwell Banker Caine in Greenville

May 1, 2018

Coldwell Banker Caine recently welcomed Tricia Bradbury as a residential sales agent to its Greenville office. Coming from the corporate world, Tricia is looking forward to putting her people skills…

South Carolina law firm seeks justice for survivors of human trafficking

May 1, 2018

S.C. Legal Services wins grant to hire equal justice attorney South Carolina Legal Services has won a grant that will allow the non-profit law to hire an attorney who will…

South Carolina law firm seeks justice for survivors of human trafficking

May 1, 2018

S.C. Legal Services wins grant to hire equal justice attorney South Carolina Legal Services has won a grant that will allow the non-profit law to hire an attorney who will…

Zeus promotes Steve Peterson to President

May 1, 2018

Zeus Industrial Products, Inc. (Zeus), a leading polymer extrusion manufacturer and material science innovator, announced Steve Peterson will assume the role of President effective May 1, 2018. Previously, Mr. Peterson held the position…

Enjoy the outdoors with new green space in downtown Columbia

May 1, 2018

There’s a new outdoor space for local residents to enjoy at Richland Library Main (1431 Assembly Street). The Upper Level parking lot, located at the corner of Hampton and Park…

Kemper Corporation locating new operations in Union County

May 1, 2018

Kemper Corporation, a manufacturer of cargo securement products, announced it is locating production operations in Union County. The project is expected to bring $1.9 million of capital investment and lead…

Kemper Corporation locating new operations in Union County

May 1, 2018

Kemper Corporation, a manufacturer of cargo securement products, announced it is locating production operations in Union County. The project is expected to bring $1.9 million of capital investment and lead…

Three Callison Tighe attorneys in new edition of Super Lawyers

May 1, 2018

Three partners at Callison Tighe and Robinson are included in the newest edition of Super Lawyers, an annual guide to the nation’s attorneys.      Michael Tighe, Demetri “Jim” Koutrakos…

Complete PR’s “The Buzz” wins Rose Gold at Muse Creative Awards

May 1, 2018

On the heels of recent Hermes Award wins, Complete PR has cemented its status as an “award-winning agency” this week with recognition as a Muse Creative Awards Rose Gold Winner…

Smith Moore Leatherwood attorneys selected to 2018 South Carolina Super Lawyers list

May 1, 2018

Super Lawyers Magazine has selected 10 Smith Moore Leatherwood attorneys to the 2018 South Carolina Super Lawyers list. Among those identified by the publication, six attorneys were included as Super…

Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd attorneys named in 2018 South Carolina Super Lawyers

May 1, 2018

Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd announced that 36 attorneys have been selected to the 2018 South Carolina Super Lawyers® and South Carolina Rising Stars lists. Super Lawyers recognizes attorneys who have distinguished…

New climate controlled self-storage facility breaks ground in Murrells Inlet

May 1, 2018

Miller-Valentine Group, a design/build construction and development company, and Coastal Storage Group, based in Charleston, SC have teamed up to develop a new climate controlled self-storage facility conveniently located in…

State Treasurer Curtis Loftis recognizes Midlands educator for financial literacy efforts 

May 1, 2018

  From left, Brennan Elementary Principal Mark Shea, Assistant Principal Janet Kelley, State Treasurer Curtis Loftis,  and School Counselor Diane Ryan.   South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis recently recognized Diane…

Enjoy the outdoors with new green space in downtown Columbia

May 1, 2018

There’s a new outdoor space for local residents to enjoy at Richland Library Main (1431 Assembly Street). The Upper Level parking lot, located at the corner of Hampton and Park…

Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd attorneys named in 2018 South Carolina Super Lawyers

May 1, 2018

Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd announced that 36 attorneys have been selected to the 2018 South Carolina Super Lawyers® and South Carolina Rising Stars lists. Super Lawyers recognizes attorneys who have distinguished…

New climate controlled self-storage facility breaks ground in Murrells Inlet

May 1, 2018

Miller-Valentine Group, a design/build construction and development company, and Coastal Storage Group, based in Charleston, SC have teamed up to develop a new climate controlled self-storage facility conveniently located in…

Three Callison Tighe attorneys in new edition of Super Lawyers

May 1, 2018

Three partners at Callison Tighe and Robinson are included in the newest edition of Super Lawyers, an annual guide to the nation’s attorneys.      Michael Tighe, Demetri “Jim” Koutrakos…

Experience Myrtle Beach’s Oceanfront Views Year-Round with Just the Click of a Button

April 30, 2018

Ever wondered what the weather is like at the beach? Now you can find out in real time without having to make the trip — or even having to go…

New Charleston Tour Pass Saves Visitors Time, Money and the Headache of Deciding Where to Go, What to Do

April 30, 2018

Visitors and Locals now have the option to save up to 50 percent on some of the area’s best tours, attractions and restaurants. CharlestonTourPass.com is launching just in time for…

Details for Spoleto Festival USA’s Opening-Night Fête on Bedon’s Alley

April 30, 2018

Kicking off the 2018 season, Spoleto Festival USA’s Opening-Night Fête will take place on May 25 at 8:00pm within the picturesque, brick-lined “South of Broad” street, Bedon’s Alley. For many Festival-goers and…

College of Charleston MBA program ranked No. 1 in nation for job placement

April 30, 2018

The College of Charleston School of Business MBA program has ranked first in the country for job placement, according to U.S. News & World Report. The College’s accelerated one-year MBA program tied for…

Spoleto Festival USA’s in-person box office opens May 1

April 30, 2018

Beginning Tuesday, May 1, members of the public can purchase and/or pick up Spoleto Festival USA tickets from knowledgeable box-office agents at the Charleston Gaillard Center, located at 95 Calhoun Street. HOURS:…

PURE Theatre to Produce Fun Home by Jeanine Tesori, Lisa Kron, & Alison Bechdel and Stages by David Lee Nelson during 2018 Piccolo Spoleto Festival

April 30, 2018

This 2018 Piccolo Spoleto Festival, PURE Theatre is proud to produce the remount of Fun Home by Jeanine Tesori, Lisa Kron and Alison Bechdel, as well as the world premiere…

Charleston County School District & CCPL join forces for summer reading programs

April 30, 2018

Charleston County Public Library (CCPL) and Charleston County School District (CCSD) are working together to help students and children read more than ever this summer. This joint initiative is part of the Library’s…