Turner Padget earns national recognition in Chambers USA

May 30, 2017

Turner Padget Graham & Laney P.A. is pleased to announce the firm’s national recognition in the 2017 edition of Chambers USA, a highly regarded legal directory, featuring client-led intelligence on…

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Junior Achievement of Greater South Carolina volunteer honored at National Volunteer Summit

May 30, 2017

Junior Achievement (JA) of Greater South Carolina announced that David Pankau, CEO of BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina, was chosen from more than 237,000 U.S. volunteers as one of 11…

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Greater Lexington Chamber, Greater Irmo Chamber partner for business expo

May 30, 2017

The Greater Lexington Chamber and Visitors Center and Greater Irmo Chamber of Commerce will partner to host the 2017 Business Lexpo on Tuesday, July 25 at 11 a.m. at River…

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Lizard’s Thicket renovating popular Elmwood location

May 30, 2017

Lizard’s Thicket, the nearly 40-year-old, family-owned and operated restaurant specializing in traditional Southern fare with 15 locations in South Carolina, announces plans to close its 818 Elmwood Ave. location for…

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Students win first at ‘classical’ competition

May 30, 2017

  White Knoll High School students brought home multiple awards from a challenging competition. The South Carolina Junior Classical League Spring Forum, held on March 18, tested students in the…

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Citadel School of Engineering: industry leader recognitions and faculty awards

May 29, 2017

Academy of Engineers celebrates industry leaders The Citadel School of Engineering Academy of Engineers highlights engineering leaders from the public and private sectors for achievements in their professional endeavors, as…

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MUSC Foundation for Research Development announces two new board members

May 29, 2017

CHARLESTON, SC – MUSC Foundation for Research Development (FRD) has announced the appointment of two new members to its board of directors, as well as the full slate of directors…

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Charleston District’s Civil Works program for fiscal years 2017 and 2018

May 29, 2017

CHARLESTON, SC – In good news for South Carolina, more than $100 million was allocated to the Charleston District’s Civil Works program for FY 2017. The FY 2017 program includes funding…

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The stars aligned at Magnolia Gardens to benefit Make-A-Wish South Carolina

May 29, 2017

  “An Evening of Jazz Under the Stars” raised more than $65,000 for Make-A-Wish South Carolina, a statewide charity that grants unique experiences for children with life-threatening medical conditions. During…

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MUSC researchers cited for excellence in science

May 29, 2017

CHARLESTON, SC – Dean G. Kilpatrick, Ph.D., and Michael G. Schmidt, Ph.D., were awarded the state’s highest honor, the Governor’s Award for Excellence in Science during a ceremony Wednesday in…

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SCDOT creates detour for girder erection over I-85 beginning May 30

May 26, 2017

SCDOT cautions drivers to expect detours nightly on I-85 North Bound beginning Tuesday, May 30 through Thursday, June 1. The work is scheduled to begin each night at 10:00. The detour…

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SCDOT creates detour for girder erection over I-85 beginning May 30

May 26, 2017

SCDOT cautions drivers to expect detours nightly on I-85 North Bound beginning Tuesday, May 30 through Thursday, June 1. The work is scheduled to begin each night at 10:00. The detour…

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The “Green Book of South Carolina” launches as mobile travel guide to S.C. African American cultural sites

May 26, 2017

The first-ever mobile travel guide to S.C. African American cultural sites, the Green Book of South Carolina, has been launched by the South Carolina African American Heritage Commission, offering residents…

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The “Green Book of South Carolina” launches as mobile travel guide to S.C. African American cultural sites

May 26, 2017

The first-ever mobile travel guide to S.C. African American cultural sites, the Green Book of South Carolina, has been launched by the South Carolina African American Heritage Commission, offering residents…

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Graham questions OMB Director Mulvaney on Trump budget

May 26, 2017

WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina), member of the Senate Budget Committee, questioned Director of the White House’s Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Mick Mulvaney on…

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Graham questions OMB Director Mulvaney on Trump budget

May 26, 2017

WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina), member of the Senate Budget Committee, questioned Director of the White House’s Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Mick Mulvaney on…

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Green Book of S.C. Travel Guide to Increase Impact of $2.4 Billion S.C. African American Travel Industry 

May 26, 2017

Major new international tourism tool launched by S.C. African American Heritage Commission The first-ever mobile travel guide to S.C. African American cultural sites, the Green Book of South Carolina, has…

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Green Book of S.C. Travel Guide to increase impact of $2.4 billion S.C. African American travel industry 

May 26, 2017

Major new international tourism tool launched by S.C. African American Heritage Commission The first-ever mobile travel guide to S.C. African American cultural sites, the Green Book of South Carolina, has…

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Changes to the Freedom of Information Act good for the public, the news media and open government

May 26, 2017

Changes to the state’s Freedom of Information Act benefit the public, news media and open government. This session, legislators crafted H3352 to make all public bodies more responsive to records…

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Changes to the Freedom of Information Act good for the public, the news media and open government

May 26, 2017

Changes to the state’s Freedom of Information Act benefit the public, news media and open government. This session, legislators crafted H3352 to make all public bodies more responsive to records…

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Harbison Theatre at Midlands Technical College welcomes diverse acts in sixth season

May 26, 2017

Stage, screen, circus performers, and blues legends – audiences can see it all with the package and pass options available now The Harbison Theatre at Midlands Technical College (HT@MTC) sixth…

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Quackenbush+ Architects Wins AIA SC Honor Award

May 26, 2017

Quackenbush Architects + Planners announced that the firm has won a prestigious American Institute of Architects (AIA) award for its Russell House Leadership and Service Center project at the University…

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Quackenbush Architects + Planners announces three newly licensed architects

May 26, 2017

Quackenbush Architects + Planners announced that three of its team members—Wendy Michelle Bertani AIA, LEED AP, Kyle Fant AIA, and Spencer Hutchinson AIA—passed the Architectural Registration Examination and are now…

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Chambers USA names 79 Ogletree Deakins attorneys to 2017 list

May 26, 2017

Ogletree Deakins, one of the largest labor and employment law firms representing management, is pleased to announce that 79 of the firm’s attorneys have been included in the 2017 edition…

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Chambers USA names 79 Ogletree Deakins attorneys to 2017 list

May 26, 2017

Ogletree Deakins, one of the largest labor and employment law firms representing management, is pleased to announce that 79 of the firm’s attorneys have been included in the 2017 edition…

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USC dedicates new vault and scanning center for Marine Corps film collection

May 26, 2017

By W. Thomas Smith Jr.     COLUMBIA, SC –  University of South Carolina (USC) Pres. Harris Pastides and USC’s Dean of Libraries Thomas McNally dedicated the University’s new film-vault…

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Green Book of S.C. Travel Guide to increase impact of $2.4 billion S.C. African American travel industry 

May 26, 2017

Major new international tourism tool launched by S.C. African American Heritage Commission The first-ever mobile travel guide to S.C. African American cultural sites, the Green Book of South Carolina, has…

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USC dedicates new vault and scanning center for Marine Corps film collection

May 26, 2017

By W. Thomas Smith Jr.     COLUMBIA, SC –  University of South Carolina (USC) Pres. Harris Pastides and USC’s Dean of Libraries Thomas McNally dedicated the University’s new film-vault…

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1Q2017 National Ranking for Wallick Investments

May 25, 2017

Wallick Investments, LLC is pleased to be recognized once again for consistency and high level performance across a number of its portfolios over multiple time periods. Wallick Investments’ Fidelis Composite…

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Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd shareholder graduates Leadership South Carolina

May 25, 2017

Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. congratulates Florence shareholder John Scott on his graduation from Leadership South Carolina. Scott is one of 54 members who make up the organization’s class of 2017.…

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Lexington District One offers summer food service program

May 25, 2017

This summer, Lexington County School District One again participates in the Summer Food Service Program, a free summer food service program for children 18-years-old and younger. The program runs Monday…

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Shene named Charlotte Metro area executive at First Citizens Bank

May 25, 2017

RALEIGH, NC – First Citizens Bank has named Andy Shene as its Charlotte Metro area executive. Most recently, he served as the bank’s York County, S.C., market executive. His responsibilities…

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1Q2017 National Ranking for Wallick Investments

May 25, 2017

Wallick Investments, LLC is pleased to be recognized once again for consistency and high level performance across a number of its portfolios over multiple time periods. Wallick Investments’ Fidelis Composite…

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Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd shareholder graduates Leadership South Carolina

May 25, 2017

Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. congratulates Florence shareholder John Scott on his graduation from Leadership South Carolina. Scott is one of 54 members who make up the organization’s class of 2017.…

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Lexington District One offers summer food service program

May 25, 2017

This summer, Lexington County School District One again participates in the Summer Food Service Program, a free summer food service program for children 18-years-old and younger. The program runs Monday…

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Charleston Harbor Deepening Project receives construction funding

May 24, 2017

CHARLESTON, SC – The Charleston Harbor Deepening Project was named one of six “new starts” and received $17.5 million in construction funding in the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE)…

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Charleston Harbor Deepening Project receives construction funding

May 24, 2017

CHARLESTON, SC – The Charleston Harbor Deepening Project was named one of six “new starts” and received $17.5 million in construction funding in the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE)…

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Statement from Gov. Henry McMaster on Charleston Harbor Deepening Project

May 24, 2017

COLUMBIA, SC – Governor Henry McMaster today released the following statement in response to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers naming the Charleston Harbor Deepening Project one of six new…

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Statement from Gov. Henry McMaster on Charleston Harbor Deepening Project

May 24, 2017

COLUMBIA, SC – Governor Henry McMaster today released the following statement in response to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers naming the Charleston Harbor Deepening Project one of six new…

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Accelerated completion of Charleston Harbor Deepening Project on track under President Trump

May 24, 2017

WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) said he was pleased with a portion of President Trump’s spending proposal – put together in consultation with South Carolina’s Mick Mulvaney…

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Accelerated completion of Charleston Harbor Deepening Project on track under President Trump

May 24, 2017

WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) said he was pleased with a portion of President Trump’s spending proposal – put together in consultation with South Carolina’s Mick Mulvaney…

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Pawmetto Lifeline volunteer nationally recognized by Bayer Animal Health

May 24, 2017

COLUMBIA, SC – A Pawmetto Lifeline volunteer was recognized by Bayer Animal Health during National Volunteer Week via social media. Bayer is a Life Science company with a more than…

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Mayor Benjamin to make major announcement about 100% clean energy

May 24, 2017

Mayor Steve Benjamin is one of 26 mayors from across the United States who has joined with the Sierra Club’s Ready for 100 campaign to announce a new effort to…

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Midlands Gives breaks records with major increase in number of gifts to 337 nonprofits

May 24, 2017

  COLUMBIA, SC – Midlands Gives 2017, hosted by Central Carolina Community Foundation, has broken its own records once again thanks to thousands of everyday philanthropists who gave a total…

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Richland One announces awards, honors

May 24, 2017

Columbia High School Student Accepted at Prestigious University Bailee Sharpe, a senior at Columbia High School, has been accepted to attend Harvard University this fall. In addition to being an…

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Richland One announces new principals

May 24, 2017

COLUMBIA, SC – New principals will greet students, faculty and staff at seven Richland One schools when the 2017-2018 school year begins in August. The Richland One Board of School…

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DHEC closes some Charleston County shellfish beds

May 24, 2017

The S.C. Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) has closed some shellfish harvesting beds in Charleston County due to excessive rainfall, the agency announced today. “This closure affects shellfish…

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DHEC closes some Charleston County shellfish beds

May 24, 2017

The S.C. Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) has closed some shellfish harvesting beds in Charleston County due to excessive rainfall, the agency announced today. “This closure affects shellfish…

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Sisters of Charity grant supports Meals on Wheels

May 24, 2017

Senior Resources recently received a $3,750 Caritas Grant from the Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina. This funding will support two Meals on Wheels clients for one year. This…

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Richland County Business wins award for contributions to local, state industry

May 24, 2017

A longstanding Richland County business was recently recognized for its positive influence on local and statewide industry. The S.C. Department of Commerce presented a 2017 Industry Impact Award (Medium Company)…

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