SCE&G to acquire natural-gas-fired power plant

November 17, 2017

South Carolina Electric & Gas Company (SCE&G), principal subsidiary of SCANA Corporation (SCANA), announced that it has entered into an agreement in principle to purchase a 540-megawatt, combined-cycle, natural-gas-fired power…

SCE&G to acquire natural-gas-fired power plant

November 17, 2017

South Carolina Electric & Gas Company (SCE&G), principal subsidiary of SCANA Corporation (SCANA), announced that it has entered into an agreement in principle to purchase a 540-megawatt, combined-cycle, natural-gas-fired power…

Livoti installed as President of South Carolina Defense Trial Attorneys Association

November 17, 2017

Murphy & Grantland shareholder Anthony Livoti is the newly installed President of the South Carolina Defense Trial Attorneys Association (SCDTAA). The installation came at the group’s 50th Annual meeting in November. Since…

Livoti installed as President of South Carolina Defense Trial Attorneys Association

November 17, 2017

Murphy & Grantland shareholder Anthony Livoti is the newly installed President of the South Carolina Defense Trial Attorneys Association (SCDTAA). The installation came at the group’s 50th Annual meeting in November. Since…

Stephen Layne joins Wyche

November 17, 2017

GREENVILLE, SC – Stephen Layne has joined Wyche as an associate, focusing his practice on transactional matters with an emphasis on corporate law. Prior to joining Wyche, Layne served as…

Stephen Layne joins Wyche

November 17, 2017

GREENVILLE, SC – Stephen Layne has joined Wyche as an associate, focusing his practice on transactional matters with an emphasis on corporate law. Prior to joining Wyche, Layne served as…

AMA launches multi-state effort to prevent type 2 diabetes

November 17, 2017

As National Diabetes Awareness Month gets underway, the American Medical Association (AMA) this week announced a multi-state effort aimed at reducing the incidence of type 2 diabetes nationwide. Building off…

District Five 5th grader wins grand prize in inaugural business pitch contest

November 17, 2017

Harbison West Elementary fifth grader and founder of Gabby Bows, Gabrielle Goodwin, has exceeded all expectations by creating a popular and successful business. The 11-year-old recently added to her accolades…

Newly redesigned Richland Library St. Andrews officially reopens

November 17, 2017

  After a little more than one year of construction, Richland Library is reopening the doors to its St. Andrews location and inviting the community to take a look at…

BB&T invests $100,000 in United Way of the Midlands’ efforts to prevent homelessness

November 17, 2017

The generous donation comes just in time to honor Hunger & Homelessness Awareness Week BB&T donated $100,000 to United Way of the Midlands earlier today to aid in the fight…

Joyner Commercial Sales/Leases for November 2017

November 17, 2017

Joyner Commercial Announces November Transactions Month of October/November, 2017 — Joyner Commercial, the Commercial Division of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner Realtors®, announced the following transactions completed by its…

Association of Fundraising Professionals honors four Upstate philanthropists on National Philanthropy Day

November 17, 2017

On, Wednesday, November 15, the South Carolina Piedmont Chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) honored four individuals and organizations for their outstanding contributions to the Upstate’s philanthropic community…

Allstate awards $75,000 to Alive at 25 teen safe driving

November 17, 2017

  The Allstate Foundation awards $75,000 to support teen driving awareness through Alive at 25, a defensive driving course from the Southeastern Chapter – National Safety Council (SCNSC). Alive at…

BB&T invests $100,000 in United Way of the Midlands’ efforts to prevent homelessness

November 17, 2017

The generous donation comes just in time to honor Hunger & Homelessness Awareness Week BB&T donated $100,000 to United Way of the Midlands earlier today to aid in the fight…

Close joins Morton & Gettys as an associate

November 17, 2017

Claude Close has joined Morton & Gettys as an associate. He will focus his practice on real estate and commercial law. Close is a 2017 graduate of the University of…

JP Lee of Sojourner, Caughman & Thomas, LLC elected ACTEC Fellow

November 17, 2017

JP Lee, a member at Sojourner, Caughman & Thomas, LLC, was recently elected as one of 36 attorneys nationwide as a Fellow of the American College of Trust and Estate…

Livoti installed as President of South Carolina Defense Trial Attorneys Association

November 17, 2017

Murphy & Grantland shareholder Anthony Livoti is the newly installed President of the South Carolina Defense Trial Attorneys Association (SCDTAA). The installation came at the group’s 50th Annual meeting in November. Since…

Michael Trask joins Baker, Ravenel & Bender

November 17, 2017

COLUMBIA, SC – Attorney Michael Trask has joined Baker, Ravenel & Bender as an associate. He will focus his practice in the areas of appellate advocacy, automobile liability, general litigation,…

NAI Avant arranges Bluff Road industrial lease

November 17, 2017

NAI Avant announced, “Best One Tire”, a Subsidiary of S&S Firestone, Inc will lease 1612 Bluff Road, a 15,000 square foot free standing industrial building beginning February 1, 2018. The…

Newly redesigned Richland Library St. Andrews officially reopens

November 17, 2017

  After a little more than one year of construction, Richland Library is reopening the doors to its St. Andrews location and inviting the community to take a look at…

SCE&G to acquire natural-gas-fired power plant

November 17, 2017

South Carolina Electric & Gas Company (SCE&G), principal subsidiary of SCANA Corporation (SCANA), announced that it has entered into an agreement in principle to purchase a 540-megawatt, combined-cycle, natural-gas-fired power…

Stephen Layne joins Wyche

November 17, 2017

GREENVILLE, SC – Stephen Layne has joined Wyche as an associate, focusing his practice on transactional matters with an emphasis on corporate law. Prior to joining Wyche, Layne served as…

SCE&G proposes $4.8 billion solution to replace new nuclear project

November 16, 2017

South Carolina Electric & Gas Company (SCE&G), principal subsidiary of SCANA Corporation (SCANA) (NYSE:SCG), has proposed a comprehensive solution to outstanding issues regarding the abandoned V.C. Summer Station nuclear construction project,…

United Way presents four awards at National Philanthropy Day celebration

November 16, 2017

United Way of the Piedmont is pleased to announce our honorees for this year’s National Philanthropy Day Awards. National Philanthropy Day® (NPD) is celebrated by the Association of Fundraising Professionals…

Jodi Hudgins joins the Simpsonville office of C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS

November 16, 2017

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announced that Jodi Hudgins has joined the company’s Simpsonville office as a sales associate. Originally from Northwest Indiana, Hudgins’ family relocated to Greenville…

Flourish honored with the 2017 Business of Integrity Award

November 16, 2017

Flourish won the Better Business Bureau® of the Upstate’s 2017 Business of Integrity Award for Community Service in the 1-10 employee category during a ceremony on Thursday, November 9, at…

Journalist offers advice on “fake news”

November 16, 2017

Social media and the Internet make it easier to spread “fake news” today, but there are several key factors for judging the reliability of what we hear and see reported…

Journalist offers advice on “fake news”

November 16, 2017

Social media and the Internet make it easier to spread “fake news” today, but there are several key factors for judging the reliability of what we hear and see reported…

Infinity wins seven W3 Awards

November 15, 2017

Infinity Marketing, a full-service marketing agency announced it has won seven W3 Awards in the categories of web design, video production, and social media. These awards reflect the Infinity team’s…

An Upstate SC holiday tradition continues

November 15, 2017

Although Hollywild Animal Park was not open to the public during the 2017 summer season, we will be hosting the holiday lights program in response to popular demand. Once again,…

Five out of seven Greenville Little Theatre resident actors will work triple time this December.

November 15, 2017

  Greenville Little Theatre’s (GLT) latest MainStage production, Sherlock Holmes and the Christmas Goose, features five actors who have tripled up and are performing in all three of GLT’s December shows.…

Moore Beauston & Woodham announces addition

November 15, 2017

Moore Beauston & Woodham L.L.P., a full service accounting and consulting firm with offices in West Columbia, Charleston, Greenville and Hartsville, South Carolina announced: Mark A. Willcox, CPA, has joined…

Kari Bristol joins ERA Wilder Realty Northeast

November 15, 2017

ERA Wilder Realty Northeast office recently announced the addition of Kari Bristol to its team of real estate sales professionals serving consumers in the Columbia area. Prior to relocating to…

State workforce board approves strategic plan to strengthen labor market

November 15, 2017

With South Carolina’s unemployment rate near historic lows, the state’s workforce system has to work harder to ensure a skilled labor force is available for new and expanding businesses. To…

Be Cart Smart: Tips to recycle and dispose of trash the right way

November 15, 2017

In advance of the holiday season when household waste amounts greatly increase, Richland County reminds residents of several tips for disposing of trash and recycling the right way to ensure…

Cushman & Wakefield | Thalhimer recent Charleston-area leases

November 15, 2017

Cushman & Wakefield | Thalhimer reports the following recent lease transactions in the Charleston area:   Push Digital expanded into an additional 3,500 square feet, and now lease a total…

Heatworks growing Charleston County operations

November 15, 2017

Manufacturer Creating 60 New Jobs in Mount Pleasant Heatworks, a manufacturer of innovative tankless water heaters, is expanding their Charleston County operations. To accommodate its continued growth, the company is…

McCall Farms expanding Florence County operations

November 15, 2017

Company Investing $35 Million to Purchase Brands and Upgrade Effingham, S.C. Facility McCall Farms, the South Carolina-based manufacturers of Margaret Holmes, Glory Foods, Peanut Patch Boiled Peanuts and Bruce’s Yams, is investing $35 million to…

City Center Partnership announces election of new officers and board members for 2018

November 15, 2017

City Center Partnership announced it has elected the following officers for a one-year term. The election took place at CCP’s 16th annual meeting. • Lee Mashburn (pictured) of Mashburn Construction –…

iTs|SC graduates largest Leadership Insurance class

November 15, 2017

Clockwise from back left: John Eric Buffamoyer (Seibels), Diane Wells (Seibels), Arica Carter (BCBS), Yolanda DuBose (Capgemini), Ashley Gilfillan (Software Specialists), Mike Smith (Duck Creek Technologies), Allen Dixon (BCBS), Janet…

Sagacious Partners adds Fox and Ros to bolster project management services

November 15, 2017

Columbia-based Sagacious Partners has added Laura Ros as a Project Manager and Katie Fox as a Senior Project Manager, the project management, executive coaching, and Entrepreneurial Operating System® (EOS) implementation…

International economic development initiative leads to invitation to China: Partnership continues with China Jushi

November 15, 2017

Richland County officials recently met with Chinese business leaders to build upon the international relationship forged when a top manufacturing company selected Richland County as the home of its first…

Peter Shand promoted to President of Business Development Corporation

November 15, 2017

Peter G. Shand is the new President of Business Development Corporation (BDC) of SC, the non-bank, small-business lender created by the South Carolina General Assembly in 1958. Shand joined BDC…

Philissa Edge affiliates with Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage

November 15, 2017

Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage announced that Philissa Edge has affiliated as a sales associate with the company’s Sumter branch office. According to Edge, “I look forward to providing the best…

Students immerse themselves in live theatre at Midlands Technical College Playwright Festival

November 15, 2017

What happens when six students write stories about life, love, and joy; and their classmates help direct, produce, and perform the plays in front of a live audience? The result…

Insurance professor gives economic forecast

November 15, 2017

South Carolina’s recovery from the economic recession that began in December 2007 has outpaced U.S. growth in some measures since that time, but future forecasts depend on continued consumer confidence…

Homeownership for Veterans event Saturday Nov 18th

November 15, 2017

This is a free event for Veterans and it is also open to the public. The flyer is attached. The South Carolina National Association of Real Estate Brokers (SCNAREB) is…

Rhonda Kingen joins the Simpsonville office of C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS

November 15, 2017

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announced that Rhonda Kingen has joined the company’s Simpsonville office as a sales associate. Prior to moving to the Upstate, Kingen lived in…

Commander’s Reception and concert held in Camden

November 15, 2017

By W. Thomas Smith Jr.   Maj. Gen. and Mrs. Thomas S. Mullikin hosted friends and members of the S.C. State Guard (SCSG) at a pre-performance reception prior to a…

Wilson receives award from City Center Partnership

November 15, 2017

The City Center Partnership recognized Columbia City Manager Teresa Wilson with the Chairman’s Award during their 16th anniversary celebration and annual meeting last night at the Capital City Club. Wilson received…