Midlands Technical College named a Best College for Veterans by Military Times

January 30, 2018

Military Times has selected Midlands Technical College as a Military Times Best College for 2018. In its assessment of colleges, the Military Times documents the array of services, special rules, accommodations, and financial incentives offered…

CBRE’s Campbell Lewis, SIOR, achieves designation from Society of Industrial and Office REALTORS®

January 30, 2018

Campbell Lewis, a senior associate with CBRE, has achieved the SIOR Industrial Specialist designation awarded by the Society of Industrial and Office REALTORS®. SIOR is a Washington, DC-based international professional…

Greenville-Spartanburg Q4 Report: Strong Industrial Growth, Office Absorption Slowing

January 30, 2018

CBRE has released its Q4 2017 MarketView reports on the Greenville-Spartanburg industrial and office commercial real estate market. Industrial & Logistics After a record low vacancy rate in Q3, the…

Billy Newsome launches Newsome Law, P.A.

January 30, 2018

After 25 years practicing law at one of South Carolina’s largest law firms, Billy Newsome has opened his own practice, Newsome Law, P.A. Newsome has a Masters in Tax Law…

Margaret Marcum earns internationally recognized designation for performance in luxury real estate

January 30, 2018

Margaret Marcum with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices, C. Dan Joyner, Realtors in Greenville, SC recently earned The Institute for Luxury Home Marketing’s Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist™ (CLHMS) designation in recognition…

Home Builders Association of Greenville ushers in 2018 leadership team

January 30, 2018

The 2018 Board of Directors is Led by James Speer as President The Home Builders Association of Greenville has elected its new 2018 Board of Directors that oversee the association’s…

Habitat Greenville honors donors and volunteers who went above and beyond in 2017

January 30, 2018

In 2017, through the work of Habitat for Humanity of Greenville County, 11 families became homeowners and 13 families are enjoying more energy efficient homes through home preservation projects. The…

Anderson office of C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS adds two new associates

January 30, 2018

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announced the addition of Jonathan Fricks and Stephanie Williamson as sales associates. They will serve their clients’ real estate needs out of the…

Joyner Commercial announces January transactions

January 30, 2018

Joyner Commercial, the Commercial Division of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner Realtors®, announced the following transactions completed by its team of commercial real estate professionals. Greg Huff, CCIM represented…

Caldwell named one of Greenville, S.C.’s most influential people

January 30, 2018

Didi Caldwell, founding principal of Global Location Strategies (GLS), has been named one of the “50 Most Influential People” by Greenville Business Magazine. The list highlights those who have made…

Jackson promotes Vass, GraySmith

January 30, 2018

Jackson Marketing, Motorsports & Events, South Carolina’s second- largest integrated marketing communication and events agency, has promoted Kathy Vass to executive director, public relations and social media and Kristie GraySmith…

Billy Newsome launches Newsome Law, P.A.

January 30, 2018

After 25 years practicing law at one of South Carolina’s largest law firms, Billy Newsome has opened his own practice, Newsome Law, P.A. Newsome has a Masters in Tax Law…

Thomas Epting selected as South Carolina Leadership in Law Honoree

January 29, 2018

Smith Moore Leatherwood LLP Partner Thomas W. Epting has been recognized by South Carolina Lawyers Weekly as a “Leadership in Law” award winner. He will be honored at an awards…

Monthly open mic night provides platform for local musicians and performers, while raising money for a good cause

January 29, 2018

Exquisite Enterprises Inc. presents, Exquisite Open Mic nights, taking place every last Wednesday of the month at Events by Benita, 3620 Ashley Phosphate Road, North Charleston, SC starting at 7pm. January 31st is the first…

SOL Southwest Kitchen & Tequila Bar partners with WINGS for Kids to give back through Kitchen Karma program

January 29, 2018

Starting Thursday, February 1st through Sunday, March 18, SOL Southwest Kitchen & Tequila Bar in Mount Pleasant, Downtown Charleston and Summerville will be partnering with WINGS for Kids to raise…

One Columbia and City of Columbia Launch “Amplify: A Cultural Plan for the Columbia Area”

January 29, 2018

At a media event on Monday, January 29 at the Township Auditorium, One Columbia for Arts & History, the City of Columbia, artists, and area cultural and thought leaders announced…

Providence Health announces new urology practice

January 29, 2018

Providence Health announced the addition of urology services through the new practice, Providence Urology Specialists, and board-certified urologist Dr. Todd Vandenberg. Urology is the field of medicine that specializes in…

Residents can help rewrite Richland County’s Land Development Code

January 29, 2018

Residents are asked to take an active role in helping rewrite Richland County’s Land Development Code by offering input at community meetings in February. These meetings are part of an…

Richland County receives Top Ratings from Moody’s, S&P

January 29, 2018

Two of the nation’s top credit rating bureaus reaffirmed Richland County’s ratings status, a nod to the County’s sound financial practices and policies. Moody’s Investor Services reaffirmed the County’s top Aaa…

Insurance industry cluster iTs|SC to host panel discussion on vision and competitiveness

January 29, 2018

iTs|SC, Columbia’s insurance technology and services cluster, will bring together leaders from around the industry on Wednesday, Jan. 31 to answer the question, “What will it take to make Columbia…

Office of Business Opportunities to host Small Business Workshop

January 29, 2018

The City of Columbia Office of Business Opportunities will host a small business workshop on Thursday, February 22, 2018 at the Columbia Empowerment Zone, Inc. suite located at 1309 Lady St. from 11 a.m.…

Mayor MacDougall to present “State of Town” address on Monday, February 5, 2018

January 29, 2018

Mayor Steve MacDougall will present the “State of Town” Address at the February 5, 2018 Council Meeting starting at 6:30pm in Council Chambers (111 Maiden Lane). The Mayor will address such topics as the…

Carnival Night! Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Columbia gears up for annual fundraiser, Bowl for Kids’ Sake – March 30

January 29, 2018

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Columbia is getting ready for Bowl for Kids’ Sake, and this year’s theme is “Carnival Night!”. Bowl for Kids’ Sake is Big Brothers Big…

Eligible donors urged to join lifesaving team this winter

January 29, 2018

Community members are invited to join the American Red Cross, City of Columbia and Mayor Steve Benjamin at the 8th annual ‘Hoop It Up’ Blood Drive. Donors are encouraged to roll…

Town of Lexington announces economic development investment

January 29, 2018

The Town of Lexington announced the addition of two Multi-County Industrial Park located inside municipal limits, on Brickyard Road and Industrial Road, respectfully. The park will include Tidewater Boats and…

Wilson voted chairperson of Advisory Council

January 29, 2018

On Wednesday, January 24, 2018, City Manager Teresa Wilson was voted the chairperson of the Carolina Cluster Public-Sector Executive Advisory Council. Wilson was selected last year to participate on the…

City of Columbia Mentor Protégé College Classes

January 29, 2018

The City of Columbia Office of Business Opportunities, in conjunction with the Minority Business Development Agency, will be conducting the City of Columbia Mentor Protégé College beginning February 6, 2018 through…

District Five launches Building Bridges Leadership Institute for high school students

January 29, 2018

Sixteen students were inducted into the inaugural class of the District Five Building Bridges Leadership Institute on Jan. 24. Currently sponsored by the District Five Foundation and Colonial Life, the Building…

South Carolina State University honors distinguished alumnus Benjamin F. Payton

January 29, 2018

The life and legacy of South Carolina’s own Benjamin Franklin Payton will be on display and celebrated next month in his hometown of Orangeburg, South Carolina. The Celebration of the…

One Columbia and City of Columbia launch “Amplify: A Cultural Plan for the Columbia Area”

January 29, 2018

At a media event on Monday, January 29 at the Township Auditorium, One Columbia for Arts & History, the City of Columbia, artists, and area cultural and thought leaders announced…

Lima One Capital appoints Jeff Tennyson Chief Executive Officer

January 29, 2018

Lima One Capital, an institutionally-backed, specialty finance company that focuses on investment property lending, has hired industry-veteran Jeff Tennyson as Chief Executive Officer.  Lima One Capital Founder, John Warren will remain Chairman and devote…

Columbia region improves in 4 of 5 areas of economic competitiveness

January 29, 2018

The Columbia, S.C. region has improved in four of five major areas of economic competitiveness since this time last year, according to EngenuitySC’s fourth annual Midlands Regional Competitiveness Report, as…

Top Grossing Movies – January 29

January 29, 2018

Theatrical grosses from comScore   Week of 01/26/2018 to 02/01/2018 Rank Title Rating Dist Weeks Weekend Locs Weekend Gross Cumulative 1 Maze Runner: The Death Cure PG13 20th Century Fox…

Top Grossing Movies – January 29

January 29, 2018

Theatrical grosses from comScore   Week of 01/26/2018 to 02/01/2018 Rank Title Rating Dist Weeks Weekend Locs Weekend Gross Cumulative 1 Maze Runner: The Death Cure PG13 20th Century Fox…

Southeastern Freight Lines serves 5,954 hours in 2017

January 29, 2018

Employees Give Back Through “Southeastern Serves” Program Southeastern Freight Lines, the leading provider of regional less-than-truckload (LTL) transportation services, today announced its participation in 5,954 total hours of community service,…

Southeastern Freight Lines serves 5,954 hours in 2017

January 29, 2018

Employees Give Back Through “Southeastern Serves” Program Southeastern Freight Lines, the leading provider of regional less-than-truckload (LTL) transportation services, today announced its participation in 5,954 total hours of community service,…

Wallick Investments, LLC moves to the corner of Lady & Main

January 29, 2018

Wallick Investments’ has moved to 1122 Lady Street, Suite 810 in downtown Columbia. Glass doors and large panels throughout provide a birds eye view of West Columbia from the 8th…

REALTORS® hit record-high closed sales in 2017

January 29, 2018

South Carolina REALTORS® (SCR) released its 2017 annual market report. The reports show 2017 as a record-setting year for closed sales by Realtors®. At 83,570, this is the highest number…

REALTORS® hit record-high closed sales in 2017

January 29, 2018

South Carolina REALTORS® (SCR) released its 2017 annual market report. The reports show 2017 as a record-setting year for closed sales by Realtors®. At 83,570, this is the highest number…

Colliers International provides the Department of Juvenile Justice with more efficient space

January 29, 2018

Colliers International’s Henry Roe and Allen Wilkerson represented the landlord in a full building lease totaling 49,550 square feet of office space at Synergy Executive Park. The South Carolina Department…

West Columbia American Legion volunteers raising money for lodge repairs

January 29, 2018

Volunteers are raising money to fund repairs and maintenance to the American Legion Post 79 lodge in West Columbia. The aging building has developed some maintenance issues that need attention, said Post 79 member Billy Oswald,…

Dominion Energy contributes $15,000 to support Salvation Army Meals Service to the Homeless and Hungry program

January 29, 2018

  Dominion Energy has partnered with The Salvation Army of the Midlands to support the Meals Service to the Homeless and Hungry program through a Critical Community Needs Grant of…

Another reminder that officers deserve our gratitude

January 29, 2018

By Richard Eckstrom S.C. Comptroller January 9 was National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day. The annual observance aims to remind us of the constant dangers facing our police, deputies and other public…

Another reminder that officers deserve our gratitude

January 29, 2018

By Richard Eckstrom S.C. Comptroller January 9 was National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day. The annual observance aims to remind us of the constant dangers facing our police, deputies and other public…

The Law: Work Visas for Multinational Managers

January 29, 2018

By Rebecca Sigmund and John Hill  Ogletree Deakins South Carolina   In the midst of a flurry of recent immigration-related news items and changes proposed by the Trump Administration, one…

Richardson Plowden names Steven Pugh as new managing shareholder

January 29, 2018

Richardson Plowden & Robinson, P.A. has named attorney Steven J. Pugh as the Firm’s new managing shareholder. An accomplished litigation attorney, Mr. Pugh has nearly 30 years of experience. His…

Homeschooling offers individual learning option

January 29, 2018

Homeschooling is a good option for parents seeking one-to-one, individualized learning opportunities for their children. That’s what Capital Rotarians heard when Beth Martin – high school director for the South…

Homeschooling offers individual learning option

January 29, 2018

Homeschooling is a good option for parents seeking one-to-one, individualized learning opportunities for their children. That’s what Capital Rotarians heard when Beth Martin – high school director for the South…

Wallick Investments, LLC moves to the corner of Lady & Main

January 29, 2018

Wallick Investments’ has moved to 1122 Lady Street, Suite 810 in downtown Columbia. Glass doors and large panels throughout provide a birds eye view of West Columbia from the 8th…

Dominion Energy contributes $15,000 to support Salvation Army Meals Service to the Homeless and Hungry program

January 29, 2018

  Dominion Energy has partnered with The Salvation Army of the Midlands to support the Meals Service to the Homeless and Hungry program through a Critical Community Needs Grant of…