The City Manager’s Spotlight – October 2017

October 2, 2017

The City Manager’s Spotlight provides details about what is happening in the City of Columbia in an effort to keep citizens informed about City operations. The City Manager’s Spotlight on…

Colliers International Dealmakers: Who’s selling, leasing and investing in South Carolina this week

October 2, 2017

Charleston / Columbia / Greenville, SC – Colliers International in South Carolina is pleased to announce the following commercial real estate transactions: Charleston, SC John Orr, CCIM and Elyse Welch, CCIM…

Colliers International Dealmakers: Who’s selling, leasing and investing in South Carolina this week

October 2, 2017

Charleston / Columbia / Greenville, SC – Colliers International in South Carolina is pleased to announce the following commercial real estate transactions: Charleston, SC John Orr, CCIM and Elyse Welch, CCIM…

Cohn Construction Services welcomes Patrick Faulkner as assistant Project Manager

October 2, 2017

COLUMBIA, SC – Cohn Construction Services announced the recent hire of Patrick Faulkner, who will join the team as an assistant Project Manager. Within this role, Patrick will assist in overseeing…

Fun Fall fundraising festival for D.A.R.E.

October 2, 2017

Law enforcement and community leaders gearing up for DARESCREAM 2017 By Sheriff Leon Lott   The DRUG ABUSE RESISTANCE EDUCATION (D.A.R.E.) program is arguably one the most effective and mutually…

City to host third quarterly conversation on Fair Housing and Equal Access

October 2, 2017

  The Community Development Department will host their third session of a quarterly conversation called “Speak Out! A Conversation on Fair Housing and Equal Access.” The quarterly conversations will address…

2nd Annual National Coffee with a Cop Day events

October 2, 2017

The Columbia Police Department invites citizens to participate in the 2nd Annual National Coffee with a Cop Day on Wednesday, October 4, 2017. The mission of Coffee with a Cop is to break down the…

Wasabi goes pink by introducing new monthly sushi spotlight benefiting Susan G. Komen

October 2, 2017

This October, Wasabi is rolling with the cure to help support the fight against breast cancer. Throughout the month, Wasabi will spotlight “The Pink Dragon” sushi special which features tempura…

Wasabi goes pink by introducing new monthly sushi spotlight benefiting Susan G. Komen

October 2, 2017

This October, Wasabi is rolling with the cure to help support the fight against breast cancer. Throughout the month, Wasabi will spotlight “The Pink Dragon” sushi special which features tempura…

Local commercial real estate brokers launch new firm

October 2, 2017

Four senior brokers are announcing their formation of a new venture as NAI Charleston. After operating for seven years as the Charleston office of NAI Avant, new partners Thomas Boulware,…

Morgan Creek Grill promotes Karnan Devlin to Executive Chef

October 2, 2017

Morgan Creek Grill, a waterfront retreat on Isle of Palms, announced that Karnan Devlin has been promoted to Executive Chef. A New Hampshire native with more than 10 years of…

S.C. Governor’s School for the Arts alum stars in ABC’s “The Mayor” premiering Oct. 3

October 2, 2017

Brandon Micheal Hall, a graduate of the South Carolina Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities, will make his primetime television debut in ABC’s new comedy, “The Mayor,” which premieres…

Established law firm changes name, becomes Bluestein Attorneys

October 2, 2017

Bluestein, Nichols, Thompson, & Delgado is changing its formal name to Bluestein Thompson Sullivan, LLC, and will be known as Bluestein Attorneys. Founded in 2000 by Marti Bluestein and John…

McNair attorney named to 2018 Leadership South Carolina Class

October 2, 2017

McNair announced Jim Gilliam has been selected to the 2018 class of Leadership South Carolina, the state’s oldest and most recognized leadership development program. Dedicated to educating and enlightening highly…

SC Film Commission awards production/training grants

October 2, 2017

The South Carolina Film Commission has announced the selection of three South Carolina short films for their Indie Grants program. Funding the projects creates training environments for emerging crew and…

Earn HR credits at Employer Summit Oct. 10, in celebration of National Disability Awareness Month

October 2, 2017

In honor of National Disability Employment Awareness Month, professionals who influence hiring decisions within their company or agency will gather on October 10, 2017 for a workshop on the benefits…

Southern Community Services acquires new homeowner association management client in the Upstate, S.C.

October 2, 2017

The Reserve at Lake Keowee joins the SCS client roster Spartanburg/Greenville, S.C. – Southern Community Services, one of only six AAMC-accredited community association management firms in South Carolina, has added…

Richard Gregg White named new SBA South Carolina District Director

October 2, 2017

Gregg White has been named District Director for the South Carolina’s United States Small Business Administration (SBA) located in Columbia, South Carolina by the SBA National Office. Previously White was…

Richard Gregg White named new SBA South Carolina District Director

October 2, 2017

Gregg White has been named District Director for the South Carolina’s United States Small Business Administration (SBA) located in Columbia, South Carolina by the SBA National Office. Previously White was…

NAI Avant procures location for O’Reilly Automotive

October 2, 2017

NAI Avant announced that O’Reilly Automotive, Inc has purchased ±1.05 acres at 3151 East Palmetto Street in Florence, South Carolina. Senior brokers Ben Kelly, CCIM and Patrick Chambers represented O’Reilly…

Earn HR credits at Employer Summit Oct. 10, in celebration of National Disability Awareness Month

October 2, 2017

In honor of National Disability Employment Awareness Month, professionals who influence hiring decisions within their company or agency will gather on October 10, 2017 for a workshop on the benefits…

Established law firm changes name, becomes Bluestein Attorneys

October 2, 2017

Bluestein, Nichols, Thompson, & Delgado is changing its formal name to Bluestein Thompson Sullivan, LLC, and will be known as Bluestein Attorneys. Founded in 2000 by Marti Bluestein and John…

McNair attorney named to 2018 Leadership South Carolina Class

October 2, 2017

McNair announced Jim Gilliam has been selected to the 2018 class of Leadership South Carolina, the state’s oldest and most recognized leadership development program. Dedicated to educating and enlightening highly…

NAI Avant procures location for O’Reilly Automotive

October 2, 2017

NAI Avant announced that O’Reilly Automotive, Inc has purchased ±1.05 acres at 3151 East Palmetto Street in Florence, South Carolina. Senior brokers Ben Kelly, CCIM and Patrick Chambers represented O’Reilly…

Rapha Residential Care hosts 1st Annual Fall Carnival to benefit Alzheimer’s Association – October 7th

October 2, 2017

Rapha Residential Care, which operates an assisted living community located in Gaston will host their 1st Annual Fall Carnival on Saturday, October 7, 2017 with all net proceeds benefiting the…

S.C. Governor’s School for the Arts alum stars in ABC’s “The Mayor” premiering Oct. 3

October 2, 2017

Brandon Micheal Hall, a graduate of the South Carolina Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities, will make his primetime television debut in ABC’s new comedy, “The Mayor,” which premieres…

2017 Employment Law Seminars announced

October 1, 2017

Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd’s Employment Group announced the schedule for this fall’s Employment Law Seminars. HR professionals are invited to join us for a program that will cover the basics of…

2017 Employment Law Seminars announced

October 1, 2017

Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd’s Employment Group announced the schedule for this fall’s Employment Law Seminars. HR professionals are invited to join us for a program that will cover the basics of…

AgFirst, CoBank donate $300,000 to hurricane relief

September 29, 2017

AgFirst Farm Credit Bank, headquartered in Columbia, has donated $200,000 to the American Red Cross’ hurricane relief efforts in support of those impacted by hurricanes Harvey, Irma and Maria. CoBank,…

Lewis Gossett to step down as President and CEO of the South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance

September 29, 2017

COLUMBIA, SC – The South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance (SCMA) announced that Lewis F. Gossett, President and CEO, will step down to become the CEO of a public affairs, marketing, and…

Lewis Gossett to step down as President and CEO of the South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance

September 29, 2017

COLUMBIA, SC – The South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance (SCMA) announced that Lewis F. Gossett, President and CEO, will step down to become the CEO of a public affairs, marketing, and…

Colliers International brings software firm SAS Institute to first SC location at downtown Capitol Center

September 29, 2017

Colliers International represented the landlord in the lease of office space at 1201 Main Street in Columbia, SC to SAS Institute, a North Carolina-based technology and software firm that is…

Open House set for Topside Pool Club

September 29, 2017

Grab your swimsuits because Topside Pool Club is hosting an Open House for potential members on Thursday, October 5 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Attendees will get one free…

Phil Richardson joins the Pelham Road office of C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS

September 29, 2017

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announced that Phil Richardson has joined the company’s Pelham Road office as a sales associate. Richardson is a competitive professional with more than…

SC Film Commission awards production/training grants

September 29, 2017

The South Carolina Film Commission has announced the selection of three South Carolina short films for their Indie Grants program. Funding the projects creates training environments for emerging crew and…

Dictionaries donated to Richland One schools

September 29, 2017

  Capital Rotary members Carol Caulk and John Guignard have tips for Arden Elementary School third-graders on how to use the new paperback dictionaries they received as part of the…

First Tee Golf emphasizes core values

September 29, 2017

The First Tee Columbia program uses golf to teach young people life lessons and leadership skills, according to executive director Sally Beacham (shown with Capital Rotary member Chris Ray). Beacham,…

SCSBA names Google a Champion for Public Education

September 29, 2017

The South Carolina School Boards Association (SCSBA) honored Google with a Champions for Public Education Award on Tuesday, September 26, during the Berkeley County School Board Meeting. SCSBA Executive Director…

SCSBA names Google a Champion for Public Education

September 29, 2017

The South Carolina School Boards Association (SCSBA) honored Google with a Champions for Public Education Award on Tuesday, September 26, during the Berkeley County School Board Meeting. SCSBA Executive Director…

Dictionaries donated to Richland One schools

September 29, 2017

  Capital Rotary members Carol Caulk and John Guignard have tips for Arden Elementary School third-graders on how to use the new paperback dictionaries they received as part of the…

First Tee Golf emphasizes core values

September 29, 2017

The First Tee Columbia program uses golf to teach young people life lessons and leadership skills, according to executive director Sally Beacham (shown with Capital Rotary member Chris Ray). Beacham,…

SC Film Commission awards production/training grants

September 29, 2017

The South Carolina Film Commission has announced the selection of three South Carolina short films for their Indie Grants program. Funding the projects creates training environments for emerging crew and…

Brockman Elementary wins National Blue Ribbon Award

September 28, 2017

Brockman Elementary School has been named a National Blue Ribbon School, one of the country’s highest and most prestigious awards recognizing academic excellence. The honor was announced September 28 by…

Mayor’s Walk to collect toiletries and gift cards for Sistercare, Inc.

September 28, 2017

The 11th Annual Mayor’s Walk Against Domestic Violence will not only raise awareness about the abuse and impact of domestic violence in our community, it will also provide an opportunity for…

Historic Columbia announces Spirits Alive!

September 28, 2017

Historic Columbia’s annual guided tours of Elmwood Cemetery, which began in July, come to a close with Spirits Alive! on Thursday, October 12. Tours run every 30 minutes beginning at 6 p.m. The last tour…

Annual summer sewer discount for 2017 ends in October

September 28, 2017

Starting in October, Columbia Water’s annual seasonal sewer discount will end for the 2017 year. Customers who use more than 1,400 cubic feet or approximately 10,500 gallons in a month…

United Way of the Midlands seeks employer participation for upcoming Breaking Barriers Employment Resource Fair

September 28, 2017

  United Way of the Midlands is seeking employer participation in the upcoming Breaking Barriers Employment Resource Fair on October 18 from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. at Richland Library Main. The event, hosted…

Cohn Construction welcomes new Superintendent, Kipp Amaker

September 28, 2017

Cohn Construction Services announced the recent hire Kipp Amaker, who will join the team as a field Superintendent. Within this role, Kipp will oversee the progress of Cohn Constructions’ recent…

Jamie Scott Fitness introduces Hyperice Vibrating Foam Rollers into the classroom setting

September 28, 2017

Innovative product helps incorporate beneficial stretching during—and not after—workouts Even for the fittest of fitness buffs, proper stretching remains one of the most neglected parts of a typical workout routine.…

Gov. Henry McMaster sends South Carolina National Guard Engineers to support Puerto Rico recovery

September 28, 2017

Governor Henry McMaster has issued Executive Order 2017-33, authorizing approximately 150 Engineer Soldiers from the South Carolina Army National Guard to assist in Puerto Rico’s recovery efforts following Hurricane Maria. “It is…