Lexington County sheriff launches effort to recruit, retain employees

February 14, 2018

The Lexington County Council has approved a program Sheriff Jay Koon will start immediately to help his department recruit and retain employees. Koon presented details of a monetary incentive package…

DSS Division of Early Care & Education and the USC Women’s Basketball Team partner for the 5th Annual Health & Fitness Game

February 14, 2018

The South Carolina Department of Social Services, Division of Early Care & Education recently hosted the Fifth Annual Health & Fitness Game Sunday with the University of South Carolina Women’s Basketball Team…

Columbia Art Center announces new march workshops and classes

February 14, 2018

The Columbia Art Center is offering several new art classes and workshops to help you release your creative spirit. Seven new workshops and classes focusing on indigo silk scarf making,…

Oconee Federal establishes Loan Production Office in Greenville/Greer

February 14, 2018

GREER, S.C.- Oconee Federal Savings and Loan Association (“Oconee Federal”) has expanded its service footprint by opening a Loan Production Office in Greer, South Carolina. The office is located at…

Clemson University honors former Mayor Joseph P. Riley Jr. with 2018 Ethics in Action Award

February 14, 2018

CHARLESTON, S.C. – Clemson University’s Rutland Institute of Ethics honored former Charleston Mayor Joseph P. Riley Jr. with the 2018 Ethics in Action Award Feb. 10. Attendees joined friends and…

Scott and Company announces supervisor promotions

February 14, 2018

South Carolina accounting and consulting firm, Scott and Company LLC announced the promotions of Dave Bodiford and Sam Wheeler to supervisor. In their new role, they will be responsible for…

Most Americans unaware of one of the leading causes of blindness among seniors

February 14, 2018

The South Carolina Society of Ophthalmology and the American Academy of Ophthalmology reminds the public that a simple eye exam is key to saving sight against Age-Related Macular Degeneration Age-Related…

Tradewind Energy establishing new solar project in Orangeburg County

February 14, 2018

Development Will Bring Approximately $89 Million Investment Tradewind Energy – one of the largest independent wind and solar project development companies in the U.S. – is launching a new, $89…

Tradewind Energy establishing new solar project in Orangeburg County

February 14, 2018

Development Will Bring Approximately $89 Million Investment Tradewind Energy – one of the largest independent wind and solar project development companies in the U.S. – is launching a new, $89…

Studio 2LR, Inc. welcomes Julia Kuhn, Associate IIDA to the firm

February 14, 2018

Columbia, South Carolina, February 14, 2018; Studio 2LR announced that Julia Kuhn, Associate IIDA, has joined our design team. A native of Ohio, Julia graduated from Kent State University with…

Colliers International brokers sale of 200,000 square foot industrial property to U-Haul

February 14, 2018

Colliers International | South Carolina brokered the sale of a 200,000-square-foot industrial building on approximately 16.5 acres of land located at 1117 Sparkleberry Lane in Columbia to U-Haul. Colliers’ Midlands industrial team of Chuck…

SCBIO announces Life Sciences Boot Camp on Industry Essentials in Columbia – March 14

February 14, 2018

Industry subject matter experts to cover what businesses need to know about state’s fastest-growing industry segment   SCBIO will host a half-day program March 14, 2018 – South Carolina Life Sciences…

DMA Holdings locating new operations in Marion County

February 14, 2018

Automotive Parts Distributor Creating 34 New Jobs DMA Holdings, Inc. (DMA), an established supplier to the North American automotive parts aftermarket, is locating new operations in Marion County. With a…

DMA Holdings locating new operations in Marion County

February 14, 2018

Automotive Parts Distributor Creating 34 New Jobs DMA Holdings, Inc. (DMA), an established supplier to the North American automotive parts aftermarket, is locating new operations in Marion County. With a…

SC Chamber applauds signing of legislation supporting manufacturers

February 14, 2018

Pitts: Passage of Bill Represents Unified Effort of Job Creators, Legislature, Governor COLUMBIA, S.C. – South Carolina Chamber leadership released the statements below regarding the Governor’s signing of H.3653, a bill…

SC Chamber applauds signing of legislation supporting manufacturers

February 14, 2018

Pitts: Passage of Bill Represents Unified Effort of Job Creators, Legislature, Governor COLUMBIA, S.C. – South Carolina Chamber leadership released the statements below regarding the Governor’s signing of H.3653, a bill…

District Five names Michael Guliano as new Chief Instructional Officer

February 14, 2018

Lexington-Richland School District Five has named Michael Guliano as its new Chief Instructional Officer effective April 9. The decision was approved at the district’s school board meeting on February 13. Guliano…

Gov. Henry McMaster signs H.3653 into law

February 14, 2018

H.3653 Protects South Carolina Businesses, Promotes Investment and Job Creation COLUMBIA, S.C. – Governor Henry McMaster was joined today by members of the business community and members of the General Assembly…

Gov. Henry McMaster signs H.3653 into law

February 14, 2018

H.3653 Protects South Carolina Businesses, Promotes Investment and Job Creation COLUMBIA, S.C. – Governor Henry McMaster was joined today by members of the business community and members of the General Assembly…

Heroes in Blue announces newly appointed CEO and board member updates

February 14, 2018

Heroes in Blue is thrilled to announce a newly named CEO and four additions to their Board of Directors. Heroes In Blue is a nonprofit 501c3 organization committed to promoting police…

Colliers Report: Lexington coins a new identity in larger Columbia retail market

February 14, 2018

Research & Forecast Report: Q4-2017 COLUMBIA | RETAIL Key Takeaways Average triple net core area rental rates slowly increase. Lexington will draw new retailers and consumers in 2018. To download…

Explore local art, meet local artists during Columbia Open Studios, April 7-8

February 14, 2018

70 artists participating in event presented by 701 Center for Contemporary Art The eighth annual Columbia Open Studios — a free, self-guided driving tour of artist studios presented by 701…

Most Americans unaware of one of the leading causes of blindness among seniors

February 14, 2018

The South Carolina Society of Ophthalmology and the American Academy of Ophthalmology reminds the public that a simple eye exam is key to saving sight against Age-Related Macular Degeneration Age-Related…

SCBIO announces Life Sciences Boot Camp on Industry Essentials in Columbia – March 14

February 14, 2018

Industry subject matter experts to cover what businesses need to know about state’s fastest-growing industry segment   SCBIO will host a half-day program March 14, 2018 – South Carolina Life Sciences…

Studio 2LR, Inc. welcomes Julia Kuhn, Associate IIDA to the firm

February 14, 2018

Columbia, South Carolina, February 14, 2018; Studio 2LR announced that Julia Kuhn, Associate IIDA, has joined our design team. A native of Ohio, Julia graduated from Kent State University with…

Davis elected to Vice Chair of Moore Stephens North America board

February 13, 2018

Rick Davis, chief executive officer of Elliott Davis, LLC, one of the largest accounting, tax, and consulting services firms in the Southeast, was recently elected vice chair of the board…

Davis elected to Vice Chair of Moore Stephens North America board

February 13, 2018

Rick Davis, chief executive officer of Elliott Davis, LLC, one of the largest accounting, tax, and consulting services firms in the Southeast, was recently elected vice chair of the board…

Palmetto Health elects 2018 board officers

February 13, 2018

The Palmetto Health board of directors elected the following officers: Beverly D. Chrisman, retired from South Carolina state government and self-employed political consultant, chair; Paul V. Fant, Sr., president, Fant…

Free preview of IT-oLogy’s Career Development Workshops to be offered

February 13, 2018

IT-oLogy is offering a free preview of its IT career development workshops and certifications on Friday, February 23. Course instructors will give previews of the classes that are now being…

South Carolina Transportation Executive to attend International Bridge, Tunnel and Turnpike Association’s 2018 Leadership Academy

February 13, 2018

Lexington-based transportation professional, Anna Salvagin, Sr. Program Manager, AECOM, will be joining future transportation industry leaders from across the globe for the International Bridge, Tunnel and Turnpike Association’s (IBTTA) 2018 Leadership…

Workforce Pathways Scholarship funding available for short-term job training in high demand career fields

February 13, 2018

Greenville Technical College’s division of Economic Development and Corporate Training (EDCT) is again offering a limited-time scholarship for eligible individuals seeking short-term job training for high-demand employment areas. The Workforce…

Furman University Provost receives major award from research corportation

February 13, 2018

Furman University Vice President for Academic Affairs and Provost George Shields is one of three professors from across the nation to be named a 2018 Cottrell Scholar TREE Award recipient.…

Organist Christopher Nash to perform at Presbyterian College

February 13, 2018

  Presbyterian College welcomes organist Christopher Nash to campus for a recital on Tuesday, Feb. 20 at 7:30 p.m. The event will be held in Belk Auditorium. It is free…

Spartanburg Water announces promotion in drinking water treatment – Above ground maintenance

February 13, 2018

Spartanburg Water announced the promotion of Michael Poteat to the position of Above Ground Maintenance Coordinator for the Drinking Water Treatment Division of the organization.  In his new role, Michael…

Spartanburg Water announces new coordinator in reclaimed water treatment – Above ground maintenance

February 13, 2018

Spartanburg Water announced the transfer of Patrick Bailey to the position of Above Ground Maintenance Coordinator for the Reclaimed Water Treatment Division of the organization.  In his new role, Patrick…

Cliffs residents join together to help students, fire fighters, veterans and victims of domestic violence in the Upstate of South Carolina

February 13, 2018

Residents of The Cliffs, a portfolio of seven luxury mountain and lake club communities in the Western Carolina mountains, are helping Upstate South Carolina children succeed by volunteering thousands of…

Southern First promotes executives in Columbia

February 13, 2018

Southern First Bancshares, Inc., holding company for Southern First Bank, announced the following promotions in the Columbia market. Scott Bailey to Executive Vice President, Senior Mortgage Executive Andrew Kirkpatrick to…

Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd’s Cory Patterson selected to become Riley Diversity Fellow

February 13, 2018

Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd is pleased to share that Cory Patterson, a litigator in the Greenville office, has been selected to participate in the Riley Institute at Furman’s Diversity Leaders Initiative…

NAI Avant closes downtown office building sale for local public relations agency

February 13, 2018

NAI Avant announced the sale of 1817 Gadsden Street, an office building located in the heart of downtown Columbia, SC. Senior brokers Paul Hartley, SIOR and Roger Winn, SIOR represented…

Ten at the Top announces new programming managers

February 13, 2018

Ten at the Top announced the addition of two new staff members, Adelyn Nottingham and Dewey Evans, both of whom will serve as Program Managers for the organization. Ten at…

CBRE facilitates sale of 125,822sf Faber Plaza in North Charleston for $36.4 million

February 13, 2018

CBRE Capital Markets has arranged the sale of Faber Plaza, a 125,822-sq.-ft. Class A office asset located at 4400 Leeds Avenue in Charleston, SC. Hall Capital acquired the 5-story property…

CBRE executes sale of 201,500sf Foxbank Industrial Park in Charleston Metro

February 13, 2018

CBRE Capital Markets has facilitated the sale of Foxbank Industrial Park, a 201,500-sq.-ft. manufacturing and distribution facility in Moncks Corner, just north of Charleston, SC. Located at 2550 U.S. Highway…

Dr. Akil Ross named District Five’s new Director of Secondary Education

February 13, 2018

Dr. Akil Ross has been named Lexington-Richland School District Five’s next Director of Secondary Education. Ross has served as principal of Chapin High School since 2010 and in October was named…

Foundation engages community volunteers to improve lives in Spartanburg County

February 13, 2018

  The Spartanburg County Foundation announced the appointment of several community volunteers to both standing and advisory committees. The Foundation has benefited greatly from the assistance of volunteers throughout its…

NAI Avant closes downtown office building sale for local public relations agency

February 13, 2018

NAI Avant announced the sale of 1817 Gadsden Street, an office building located in the heart of downtown Columbia, SC. Senior brokers Paul Hartley, SIOR and Roger Winn, SIOR represented…

Southern First promotes executives in Columbia

February 13, 2018

Southern First Bancshares, Inc., holding company for Southern First Bank, announced the following promotions in the Columbia market. Scott Bailey to Executive Vice President, Senior Mortgage Executive Andrew Kirkpatrick to…

Bob Nuttall represented the tenant in the lease of 2,441 SF of medical office space in Charleston, SC

February 12, 2018

Lee & Associates Charleston’s Bob Nuttall represented the Tenant, Lowcountry Pediatrics and Adult Medicine LLC in the lease of 2,441 SF of Medical Office Space located at 1483 Tobias Gadson…

Jack Owens with Lee & Associates Charleston honored with 2017 Charleston Commercial Realtor of the Year Award

February 12, 2018

Lee & Associates Charleston announced that Jack Owens, CCIM, received the 2017 Commercial REALTOR® of the Year award. The Charleston Trident Association of REALTORS® (CTAR) honors one commercial REALTOR® each year…

Summit Worx completes Mobile Command and Communications Center project for Mt Pleasant Police Department

February 12, 2018

Summit Worx, a leading provider of flexible and robust mission solutions for Federal, State, and Local government agencies as well as commercial entities, recently completed a project for the Town…

Congressman Clyburn breaks ground at South Carolina Water Project Extension

February 12, 2018

Assistant Democratic Leader James E. Clyburn issued the following statement on the groundbreaking of the Dorchester Reach of the Lake Marion Regional Water Agency.  The Dorchester Reach is the latest…