Former Charleston, SC Mayor Joe Riley to receive 2017 Global Vision Award – November 8

September 7, 2017

The Columbia World Affairs Council announced that Joseph Patrick Riley Jr., former Mayor of Charleston, South Carolina, will receive the 2017 Global Vision Award. Mayor Riley will be honored at…

Carolina Business Equipment expands through acquisition of new service area

September 7, 2017

Carolina Business Equipment (CBE), a Columbia, SC-based IT and print solutions company with operations in Charleston, continues to develop its presence in the southeast with its acquisition of a Piedmont-area…

Abacus announces merger with Beckwith Financial Advisors in Greenville

September 7, 2017

Abacus Planning Group is proud to announce its merger with Greenville-based Beckwith Financial Advisors. Professional colleagues and friends for more than 25 years, Beckwith founder Cary Beckwith and Cheryl Holland…

Abacus announces merger with Beckwith Financial Advisors in Greenville

September 7, 2017

Abacus Planning Group is proud to announce its merger with Greenville-based Beckwith Financial Advisors. Professional colleagues and friends for more than 25 years, Beckwith founder Cary Beckwith and Cheryl Holland…

SCDOT restricts lane closures on all South Carolina interstates due to Hurricane Irma

September 7, 2017

The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) has restricted lane closures for non-emergency highway work on all interstate highways in South Carolina to help travel conditions impacted by Hurricane Irma.…

SCDOT restricts lane closures on all South Carolina interstates due to Hurricane Irma

September 7, 2017

The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) has restricted lane closures for non-emergency highway work on all interstate highways in South Carolina to help travel conditions impacted by Hurricane Irma.…

Abacus announces merger with Beckwith Financial Advisors in Greenville

September 7, 2017

Abacus Planning Group is proud to announce its merger with Greenville-based Beckwith Financial Advisors. Professional colleagues and friends for more than 25 years, Beckwith founder Cary Beckwith and Cheryl Holland…

Chris Wilkins joins Cohn Construction Services as Field Superintendent

September 7, 2017

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

Local advisor building his practice on quality relationships

September 7, 2017

Christian Depret-Bixio has affiliated with Good Life Advisors, a Registered Investment Advisor in the state of Pennsylvania and has joined Modern Family Asset Management here in South Carolina. Christian brings…

Lottery chief touts public gaming for public good

September 7, 2017

Matthew Pollard (center), a member of Capital Rotary’s programs committee, welcomes South Carolina Education Lottery chief operating officer Tony Cooper (left) and assistant controller Brian Ford to the club’s Sept.…

Minor league baseball honors local Rotarian

September 7, 2017

  Capital Rotarian Abby Naas has been named Female Executive of the Year for the South Atlantic League. Naas joined the staff of the Columbia Fireflies minor league baseball team…

Motor Supply Chef Wes Fulmer lands key guest chef role at Euphoria Greenville Festival

September 7, 2017

Joining a legacy of notable chefs from across the Southeast and East Coast, Executive Chef Wesley Fulmer of Motor Supply Co. Bistro in Columbia, South Carolina, has been chosen to…

Rotary donation helps feed hungry kids

September 7, 2017

  Capital Rotary president Blake DuBose presents a $1,000 check supporting child feeding to Denise Holland, CEO of Harvest Hope Food Bank. The funds will go for (1) a BackPack…

Collins & Lacy elects Ashley Kirkham as shareholder and Practice Group Chair

September 6, 2017

Collins & Lacy, P.C. announced that Ashley Kirkham has been promoted to shareholder and Workers’ Compensation Practice Group Chair within the statewide law firm. As practice group chair, Ashley will lead the…

Richland County’s Emergency Planners: Be Prepared, Stay Prepared

September 6, 2017

The antidote to an emergency is preparedness. No one knows that better than Richland County’s emergency planners who built their careers around communicating the importance of being prepared and self-sustaining…

USC Symphony Orchestra announces the 2017-2018 Season

September 6, 2017

The University of South Carolina Symphony Orchestra’s opening concert takes place September 28 at 7:30 p.m. with Zuill Bailey performing on Michael Daugherty’s Tales of Hemingway, for which he won a 2017 Grammy…

Gov. Henry McMaster asks South Carolinians to prepare for Hurricane Irma

September 6, 2017

Governor Henry McMaster today issued an executive order declaring a state of emergency and, along with the S.C. Emergency Management Division, has urged South Carolinians to prepare for the possibility of Hurricane…

SCE&G releasing water from Lake Murray in anticipation of Hurricane Irma

September 6, 2017

  In anticipation of Hurricane Irma’s potential impact on South Carolina, SCE&G is taking steps to manage Lake Murray water levels. The company has begun operating its Saluda Hydroelectric generating…

City of Cayce and Cayce Department of Public Safety partner with Lexington School District Two to provide resource officer for Cayce Elementary

September 6, 2017

The City of Cayce and the Cayce Department of Public Safety are thrilled to announce its partnership with Lexington School District Two to provide a School Resource Officer (SRO) for the new Cayce Elementary School. Cayce…

SCE&G to begin natural gas pipeline installation project in Chapin

September 6, 2017

SCE&G will begin a project in September to install additional natural gas infrastructure in the Chapin area. The company will install approximately 17,500 ft. of steel natural gas pipeline from…

Columbia Metropolitan Airport to bring two service members home for the holidays

September 6, 2017

Columbia Metropolitan Airport is bringing two Active Duty Service Members home for the holidays and we need your help. Families and friends can nominate their service member online at columbiaairport.com/holidays…

Scott and Company welcomes new associate

September 6, 2017

Scott and Company LLC announced the addition of Elizabeth L. Dinndorf to their professional team. Dinndorf joins the firm as an associate in the Assurance and Advisory Services department. She…

FinTrust Investment Advisors and Broad Street Capital Advisors announce merger

September 6, 2017

FinTrust Investment Advisors and Broad Street Capital Advisors announced merger. On a combined basis, the firm serves as a fiduciary advisor to over $1.2 billion in client assets and advises…

FinTrust Investment Advisors and Broad Street Capital Advisors announce merger

September 6, 2017

FinTrust Investment Advisors and Broad Street Capital Advisors announced merger. On a combined basis, the firm serves as a fiduciary advisor to over $1.2 billion in client assets and advises…

Gov. Henry McMaster asks South Carolinians to prepare for Hurricane Irma

September 6, 2017

Governor Henry McMaster today issued an executive order declaring a state of emergency and, along with the S.C. Emergency Management Division, has urged South Carolinians to prepare for the possibility of Hurricane…

Gov. Henry McMaster asks South Carolinians to prepare for Hurricane Irma

September 6, 2017

Governor Henry McMaster today issued an executive order declaring a state of emergency and, along with the S.C. Emergency Management Division, has urged South Carolinians to prepare for the possibility of Hurricane…

Scott and Company welcomes new associate

September 6, 2017

Scott and Company LLC announced the addition of Elizabeth L. Dinndorf to their professional team. Dinndorf joins the firm as an associate in the Assurance and Advisory Services department. She…

Scott and Company welcomes new associate

September 6, 2017

Scott and Company LLC announced the addition of Elizabeth L. Dinndorf to their professional team. Dinndorf joins the firm as an associate in the Assurance and Advisory Services department. She…

Wallick Investments welcomes Jacob D. Wallick, Managing Partner Associate

September 6, 2017

  Nationally-ranked Wallick Investments, LLC, a South Carolina-based Registered Investment Advisory firm, announced that Mr. Jacob (Jake) Wallick, long-time contributor to Wallick Investments, has joined the firm as junior portfolio…

Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd welcomes Elizabeth Robinson as Communications Manager

September 6, 2017

Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd welcomes Elizabeth Gibbes Robinson as Communications Manager. Elizabeth will manage the firm’s communications efforts, including the website, social media and media relations. A graduate of the College…

Hunter Suggs transitions from real estate management to brokerage; joins Colliers International’s office team in Columbia

September 6, 2017

On the surface, managing a commercial property and leasing or selling it are two very different sides to the commercial real estate industry, but Colliers International’s Hunter Suggs will now apply…

SC DSS participates in local job recruitment events – September

September 6, 2017

The South Carolina Department of Social Services (SC DSS) will be participating in a number of upcoming career fairs across the state during September. (Local one(s) are starred for your…

Dominion Energy invites applicants for $1 million in grants to support critical community needs

September 6, 2017

Grants offered for programs providing shelter, access to health care and food security Online applications due by Oct. 13, 2017 As part of its ongoing commitment to communities, Dominion Energy…

Dominion Energy invites applicants for $1 million in grants to support critical community needs

September 6, 2017

Grants offered for programs providing shelter, access to health care and food security Online applications due by Oct. 13, 2017 As part of its ongoing commitment to communities, Dominion Energy…

Blair Cato Pickren Casterline attorney selected by The Best Lawyers in America®

September 6, 2017

The law firm of Blair Cato Pickren Casterline is pleased to announce that Kristine Cato has been selected by her peers for the fifth consecutive year for inclusion in the…

Economic development boost in Richland County

September 6, 2017

Charter NEX Films Manufacturing Operations Creating more than 110 Jobs at Farrow Road Facility Film manufacturer Charter NEX Films (charternex.com) is soon constructing a 140,000-square-foot facility expected to bring an…

Finance Department receives top award for 4th Consecutive Year

September 6, 2017

    The City of Columbia has earned the prestigious Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting. The Government Financial Officers Association of the United States and Canada issues…

Blair Cato Pickren Casterline attorney selected by The Best Lawyers in America®

September 6, 2017

The law firm of Blair Cato Pickren Casterline is pleased to announce that Kristine Cato has been selected by her peers for the fifth consecutive year for inclusion in the…

FinTrust Investment Advisors and Broad Street Capital Advisors announce merger

September 6, 2017

FinTrust Investment Advisors and Broad Street Capital Advisors announced merger. On a combined basis, the firm serves as a fiduciary advisor to over $1.2 billion in client assets and advises…

Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd welcomes Elizabeth Robinson as Communications Manager

September 6, 2017

Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd welcomes Elizabeth Gibbes Robinson as Communications Manager. Elizabeth will manage the firm’s communications efforts, including the website, social media and media relations. A graduate of the College…

Wallick Investments welcomes Jacob D. Wallick, Managing Partner Associate

September 6, 2017

  Nationally-ranked Wallick Investments, LLC, a South Carolina-based Registered Investment Advisory firm, announced that Mr. Jacob (Jake) Wallick, long-time contributor to Wallick Investments, has joined the firm as junior portfolio…

Will Sherrod represented the landlord in the lease of two suites totaling 3,500 SF of flex space in Mt. Pleasant, SC

September 5, 2017

Will Sherrod, CCIM of Lee & Associates Charleston, LLC represented the Landlord, Four Larch Lane, LLC in the lease of 2,000 SF of flex space located at 2612 Larch Lane,…

Nexsen Pruet attorney Jimmy Byars selected for Leadership Columbia Class of 2018

September 5, 2017

Nexsen Pruet Employment and Labor attorney Jimmy Byars has been selected to participate in the 2018 Class of Leadership Columbia. Byars is one of 62 individuals from the Midlands selected…

Colonial Life names Russ Plyler to head Northwest Region

September 5, 2017

COLUMBIA, SC – Russ Plyler has been named vice president of sales for Colonial Life’s Northwest region. Plyler is responsible for leading the company’s distribution teams in the 18-state Northwest…

New Residence Inn opens across from Lexington Medical Center

September 5, 2017

A new 108 room Residence Inn by Marriott is now open for business in Lexington County on Highway 378, right across the street from the Lexington Medical Center. “We are…

Nation Ford Chemical rewarded for environmental excellence

September 5, 2017

Nation Ford Chemical (NFC) announced that as a result of rigorous monitoring, operation and maintenance of its on-site waste water treatment plant, the company was awarded a Gold Excellence Award…

Charter NEX Films establishing new Richland County manufacturing operations

September 5, 2017

RICHLAND COUNTY, SC – Charter NEX Films is locating new specialty film manufacturing operations in Richland County. The project is expected to bring $85 million of capital investment and lead to…

Charter NEX Films establishing new Richland County manufacturing operations

September 5, 2017

RICHLAND COUNTY, SC – Charter NEX Films is locating new specialty film manufacturing operations in Richland County. The project is expected to bring $85 million of capital investment and lead to…

Slow tempo and silence make for a hyperrealistic experience in The Water Station

September 5, 2017

September 21 – 23 The UofSC Department of Theatre and Dance will present the influential Japanese slow-tempo work The Water Station, September 21-23 at the Center for Performance Experiment.  Steven Pearson is directing the production. Show…

Pawmetto Lifeline receives $12,500 grant from Wells Fargo

September 5, 2017

Gift supports operations, programs to save homeless pets from euthanasia Pawmetto Lifeline announced today a $12,500 grant from Wells Fargo & Company to support the organization’s mission of creating a…