Two organizations receive $400,000 to help inmates return to workforce

May 6, 2017

The State Workforce Development Board (SWDB) awarded more than $400,000 in grants to two organizations which will provide employment skills training to inmates, enhancing their chances of finding work upon…

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Complete Public Relations honored with three SCPRSA awards

May 6, 2017

Complete Public Relations was honored with three awards by the South Carolina chapter of the Public Relations Society of America (SCPRSA) at the organization’s annual Mercury Awards banquet on Thursday.…

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Colliers Report: High Occupancy Driving Redevelopment but Not New Development

May 6, 2017

Key Takeaways Office users are moving to non-traditional spaces in the Central Business District. Speculative office construction will continue to be limited to small projects until rental rates are $28.00…

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Studio 2LR, Inc. Architecture + Interiors honored with AIA South Carolina Historic Design Award

May 5, 2017

Studio 2LR, an architecture and interior design firm with an emphasis on sustainable contemporary design, recently earned an Honor Award from The South Carolina Chapter of the American Institute of…

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GHS welcomes new choral director

May 5, 2017

GILBERT, SC – Gilbert High welcomes a new faculty member ready to lead the school’s talented musicians. Craig Coelho will be GHS’s new choral director beginning with the 2017–2018 school…

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Richland County Transportation Director resigns

May 5, 2017

Richland County’s first director of its Transportation Program funded by a voter-approved penny sales tax increase is leaving his post to accept a job at the SC Department of Transportation…

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Richland Two announces two middle school principals

May 5, 2017

At a board meeting on Tuesday, May 2, 2017, Superintendent Debbie Hamm and Superintendent-Elect Baron Davis recommended and the Richland School District Two Board of Trustees approved new principals for…

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Womble Carlyle’s Stephanie Yarbrough elected to SCEDA Board

May 5, 2017

Womble Carlyle Economic Development attorney Stephanie Yarbrough is the newest board member of the South Carolina Economic Developers’ Association (SCEDA). Yarbrough was elected to the board at SCEDA’s May 4…

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Womble Carlyle’s Stephanie Yarbrough elected to SCEDA Board

May 5, 2017

Womble Carlyle Economic Development attorney Stephanie Yarbrough is the newest board member of the South Carolina Economic Developers’ Association (SCEDA). Yarbrough was elected to the board at SCEDA’s May 4…

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Public relations excellence recognized at annual SCPRSA Mercury Awards event

May 5, 2017

The South Carolina Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America (SCPRSA) hosted its annual Mercury Awards celebration on Thursday, May 4 in Columbia. Communication professionals from across the state…

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Public relations excellence recognized at annual SCPRSA Mercury Awards event

May 5, 2017

The South Carolina Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America (SCPRSA) hosted its annual Mercury Awards celebration on Thursday, May 4 in Columbia. Communication professionals from across the state…

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GHS welcomes new choral director

May 5, 2017

GILBERT, SC – Gilbert High welcomes a new faculty member ready to lead the school’s talented musicians. Craig Coelho will be GHS’s new choral director beginning with the 2017–2018 school…

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Studio 2LR, Inc. Architecture + Interiors honored with AIA South Carolina Historic Design Award

May 5, 2017

Studio 2LR, an architecture and interior design firm with an emphasis on sustainable contemporary design, recently earned an Honor Award from The South Carolina Chapter of the American Institute of…

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Two South Carolina School leaders receive top honors

May 4, 2017

Greenville County Schools’ Superintendent, Dr. Burke Royster, has been named the 2018 South Carolina Superintendent of the Year, and Spartanburg School District 7’s Deputy Superintendent, Dr. Terry Pruitt, has been…

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Duke Energy will invest heavily in cleaner power, energy grid, natural gas infrastructure, CEO tells shareholders

May 4, 2017

Duke Energy will invest heavily in cleaner power, natural gas infrastructure and the energy grid during the next 10 years, CEO Lynn Good told investors during the company’s first online…

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Ryan Welch Represented the Landlord in the Lease of 1,160 SF of Industrial Space in Summerville

May 4, 2017

Lee & Associates Charleston’s Ryan Welch represented the Landlord, Triad Real Properties, LLC in the lease renewal of 1,160 SF of industrial space located at 944 College Park Road, Unit…

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Graham on House passing Obamacare repeal & replace bill

May 4, 2017

U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) today made this statement on the House passage of legislation to repeal and replace Obamacare.  “I look forward to carefully reviewing the House-passed legislation…

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Graham on House passing Obamacare repeal & replace bill

May 4, 2017

U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) today made this statement on the House passage of legislation to repeal and replace Obamacare.  “I look forward to carefully reviewing the House-passed legislation…

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Sustainable Midlands receives Dominion Foundation Award for Environmental Education

May 4, 2017

Sustainable Midlands is excited to have the opportunity to extend its Green LEAF program with the support of the Dominion Foundation. By engaging school staff and students around food-education, experiential…

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Allen University 2017 Commencement Speaker – United States Senator Tim Scott

May 4, 2017

Allen University, South Carolina, will hold its 2017 Baccalaureate Service on Friday, May 5, 2017 at 7:00 P.M.  The ceremony will be held at Allen University’s Chappelle Auditorium, 1530 Harden…

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Allen University 2017 Commencement Speaker – United States Senator Tim Scott

May 4, 2017

Allen University, South Carolina, will hold its 2017 Commencement Exercise on Saturday, May 6, 2017 at 10:00 A.M.  The graduation ceremony is scheduled to take place in the John Hurst…

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Retiring Columbia College president addresses graduates

May 4, 2017

Elizabeth Dinndorf, Columbia College president, addressed 181 students from the Women’s College, evening and online programs at commencement April 29th at Township Auditorium. The college also recognized 20 students in…

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BDI Pharma celebrates World Hemophilia Day; raises money to support World Federation of Hemophilia

May 4, 2017

On Monday, April 17th, employees of BDI Pharma recognized World Hemophilia Day by joining together in support of the millions of children and adults affected by bleeding disorders. Events were…

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Honors Night nominations now open

May 4, 2017

The Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce has opened the nomination process for the 2017 Honors Night Awards. Any Chamber member in good standing can nominate either themselves, or another Chamber…

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Honors Night nominations now open

May 4, 2017

The Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce has opened the nomination process for the 2017 Honors Night Awards. Any Chamber member in good standing can nominate either themselves, or another Chamber…

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Women Face Higher Risk of Blindness Than Men

May 4, 2017

The South Carolina Society of Ophthalmology American Academy of Ophthalmology urges women to make eye health a top priority Studies show there is a gender gap in eye disease. Women…

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Unprecedented: Gallivan White Boyd attorneys now head all three major defense bar groups

May 4, 2017

In an unprecedented achievement in the legal field, attorneys with Gallivan White Boyd, recently named ninth largest law firm in South Carolina in Lawyers Weekly, are now simultaneously serving as…

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Unprecedented: Gallivan White Boyd attorneys now head all three major defense bar groups

May 4, 2017

In an unprecedented achievement in the legal field, attorneys with Gallivan White Boyd, recently named ninth largest law firm in South Carolina in Lawyers Weekly, are now simultaneously serving as…

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Richland County names Conservation Teacher, Principal of the Year

May 4, 2017

Two local educators received awards this week for instilling green practices at their schools through educational programming and environmentally friendly projects. The Richland Soil and Water Conservation District (RSWCD) named…

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Bradley S. Aspey, MD joins Midlands Orthopaedics & Neurosurgery, PA

May 4, 2017

Midlands Orthopaedics & Neurosurgery, PA announced that Dr. Brad Aspey joined the practice as of May 1, 2017. Dr. Aspey joins Midlands after two years with the University of California…

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Bradley S. Aspey, MD joins Midlands Orthopaedics & Neurosurgery, PA

May 4, 2017

Midlands Orthopaedics & Neurosurgery, PA announced that Dr. Brad Aspey joined the practice as of May 1, 2017. Dr. Aspey joins Midlands after two years with the University of California…

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Women Face Higher Risk of Blindness Than Men

May 4, 2017

The South Carolina Society of Ophthalmology American Academy of Ophthalmology urges women to make eye health a top priority Studies show there is a gender gap in eye disease. Women…

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Director of Global Communications at The Carlyle Group by day, Chris Ullman whistles his way into fame, politics and publishing

May 3, 2017

Chris Ullman is a four-time national and international whistling champion. He has performed with major symphony orchestras, serenaded President George W. Bush in the Oval Office, whistled the National Anthem…

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Good Done Great unveils CSR platform for SMBs

May 3, 2017

CHARLESTON, SC – Good Done Great announced the release of a Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) platform designed and developed to meet the unique philanthropic needs of nearly 30 million small-…

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Richland Recycles Day waste pesticide collection event set

May 3, 2017

The South Carolina Department of Agriculture is partnering with Richland County to offer South Carolina residents the opportunity to safely dispose of outdated, unusable or unwanted pesticides on Saturday, May…

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Garvin Design Group takes home Historic Columbia Preservation Award

May 3, 2017

Garvin Design Group took home an award for Adaptive Use from the Historic Columbia Preservation Award Luncheon on Wednesday, May 3rd. GDG, PMC Property Group, and Triangle Construction were recognized…

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Four Adams and Reese attorneys named 2017 South Carolina Super Lawyers®

May 3, 2017

Four Adams and Reese attorneys from the firm’s Columbia, South Carolina office have been named 2017 South Carolina Super Lawyers®. Only 5 percent of attorneys in South Carolina receive the…

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Greenville-based Golden Career Strategies announces new ownership

May 3, 2017

Steve Olson has purchased Golden Career Strategies (GCS) and announced that GCS will continue the tradition and mission of helping clients create and implement their personal and business strategies successfully.…

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Historic Columbia announces 2017 Preservation Award Winners

May 3, 2017

Annual awards honor local projects for design and preservation accomplishments Historic Columbia announced the recipients of their 2017 Preservation Awards. Each year, Historic Columbia presents these awards to celebrate the…

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Oh Snap! – How To Recognize And Manage Snap Judgments

May 3, 2017

By Brian Maynor   We all make snap judgments about people, but have you ever noticed there is a consistent predictability to them? Quick, dismissive thoughts and ideas about others…

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Oh Snap! – How To Recognize And Manage Snap Judgments

May 3, 2017

By Brian Maynor   We all make snap judgments about people, but have you ever noticed there is a consistent predictability to them? Quick, dismissive thoughts and ideas about others…

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County of Lexington Spotlight: Projects, events and daily happenings in May 2017!

May 3, 2017

In 2017, the County of Lexington will be bringing you monthly updates as to what is happening within the County! With the guidance of Lexington County Council, this is an…

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LS3P’S Charleston office recognizes outstanding team members

May 3, 2017

LS3P congratulates thirteen Charleston team members who were recently recognized for exemplary efforts. Architect Richard Bing, AIA, LEED AP, was elevated to Principal. Bing, who joined the firm in 1996,…

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Antimicrobial leader, Microban, selects FerebeeLane; agency makes new hire

May 3, 2017

FerebeeLane (FL), a full-service marketing and branding agency, was recently selected to handle the consumer marketing efforts for Microban, the market leader in antimicrobial and odor control technology. FL will…

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2017 Bob Jones University vintage yearbook dedicated to Larry Jackson

May 3, 2017

The Bob Jones University (BJU) Vintage staff announced today the 2017 yearbook is dedicated to Larry Jackson, for his many contributions to BJU as a graduate, supporter, board member and…

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Stacey Bevill joins Board of Directors of National Nonprofit, Mental Fitness, Inc.

May 3, 2017

Stacey Bevill, owner of Spartanburg-based Ask and Receive, Inc., a full-service marketing firm, has been elected to the Board of Directors of Mental Fitness, Inc. (MFI), a national nonprofit that…

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Recruiting Solutions promotes senior leadership

May 3, 2017

Recruiting Solutions announced several promotions within the company’s senior leadership team. Debbie Varner, founder and newly named CEO of Recruiting Solutions, noted, “These changes reflect the continued refinement of our…

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LHS senior turns art ‘gold’

May 3, 2017

  Creating thought-provoking illustrations turned golden for talented Lexington County School District One Senior E. Clarke Wilson. A Lexington High student, she received a gold medal from Scholastic Corporation through…

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YOUTH AND HOOPS tournament building “Unity in the Community”

May 3, 2017

By W. Thomas Smith Jr.   COLUMBIA, S.C. – Deputies with the Richland County Sheriff’s Department (RCSD) and Midlands-area teens will play shoulder-to-shoulder in the RCSD’s second annual YOUTH AND…

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Chernoff Newman expands public relations team

May 3, 2017

Elizabeth Cardell has joined Chernoff Newman as the newest member of the integrated marketing communication agency’s public relations team. Most recently the director of communications and leadership development for the…

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