Cushman & Wakefield | Thalhimer reports the following recent lease transactions in the Charleston area

August 31, 2016

Robertson Hollingsworth & Flynn, LLC leased 4,400 sq.ft. of office space at 550 King St., Charleston, SC.  Ed Kercher handled the lease negotiations on behalf of the tenant.    Jacobs…

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Baldor Electric donates to Greenville Tech Foundation

August 31, 2016

The foundation of Baldor Electric Company, a member of the ABB group, has donated $25,000 to the Greenville Tech Foundation. The fund created will provide scholarships for students enrolled in…

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Candice Chan named Dean of International Admissions

August 31, 2016

Furman University has announced the appointment of Candice Chan as Dean of International Admissions. Chan brings to Furman extensive experience in the field of international student enrollment as the university…

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Coker named to Best Southeastern Colleges list by Princeton Review

August 31, 2016

Coker College has been named in the Princeton Review’s “2017 Best Colleges: Region by Region” web feature for the 12th consecutive year. Coker is one of just 139 schools in…

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Series of upgrades to help improve services at Richland County DSS

August 31, 2016

Larger office space, high-efficiency lighting and system upgrades are part of a series of renovations set to take place at a Richland County-maintained facility. Richland County Council approved $3 million…

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PARK(ing) Day Providing temporary public open space . . . one parking spot at a time.

August 31, 2016

PARK(ing) Day is an annual open-source global event where citizens, artists and activists collaborate to temporarily transform metered parking spaces into “PARK(ing)” spaces: temporary public places. The project began in…

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Richland Library to reopen North Main location with new look

August 31, 2016

After nearly a year of construction, Richland Library North Main is prepared to reopen its doors, marking the first completed system-wide building project. Starting Thursday, September 1, our staff are…

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Shine the Light Workshop on Nonprofit Diversity and Inclusion on September 27th at The Warehouse Theatre

August 31, 2016

DNA Creative Communications (DNA), in partnership with the Community Foundation of Greenville, the United Way of Greenville County and the Hollingsworth Funds, announces the third part of its 2016 Shine…

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Learning One offering free computer classes

August 31, 2016

Local residents wanting to improve their computer skills can get help from Lexington County School District One. The district’s Adult Education program is offering free computer classes throughout the fall.…

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Junior Achievement of Greater South Carolina announced business leaders to be inducted into South Carolina Business Hall of Fame

August 31, 2016

Junior Achievement of Greater South Carolina announced the names of three outstanding business leaders who will be inducted into the 33rd South Carolina Business Hall of Fame in 2017: •…

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Three of Jackson Lewis’ Greenville attorneys recognized as 2016 “Legal Elite of the Upstate”

August 31, 2016

National workplace law firm Jackson Lewis P.C. announced three of the firm’s Greenville attorneys have been named to Greenville Business Magazine’s “Legal Elite of the Upstate” list for 2016. Attorneys…

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Series of upgrades to help improve services at Richland County DSS

August 31, 2016

Larger office space, high-efficiency lighting and system upgrades are part of a series of renovations set to take place at a Richland County-maintained facility. Richland County Council approved $3 million…

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Colliers International facilitates sale of industrial warehouse and acreage to G&W Equipment, Inc.

August 31, 2016

Seller will offer improvements to the property to help support new ownership’s business growth Colliers International’s Chuck Salley, SIOR, Dave Mathews, SIOR and Sam Myers represented the seller, Dougherty Properties,…

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Landmark Builders hires assistant Project Manager

August 31, 2016

Nate Morr Joins Landmark Builders of SC Landmark Builders announced that Nate Morr was recently hired as Assistant Project Manager. Nate will be responsible for assisting and supporting the Project…

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City of Columbia receives Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting

August 31, 2016

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…

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The Columbia Fireflies Receive Spirit, Mind and Body Award from YMCA of Columbia at Annual Breakfast of Champions event

August 31, 2016

Columbia Fireflies’ leadership staff were presented with the Spirit, Mind and Body Award by the YMCA of Columbia at the Y’s annual Breakfast of Champions on August 4, 2016. The…

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More than 1,000 attend local classic car and art shows

August 31, 2016

More than 1,000 people gathered at St. Andrews Presbyterian Church’s fifth annual free classic car and art show on August 13, 2016, marveling at the sight of more than 300…

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Governor Nikki Haley proclaims September as Life Insurance Awareness Month

August 31, 2016

The National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors (NAIFA-SC) announced that Governor Nikki Haley has proclaimed September as Life Insurance Awareness Month. Life Insurance Awareness Month encourages all South Carolinians…

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Governor Nikki Haley proclaims September as Life Insurance Awareness Month

August 31, 2016

The National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors (NAIFA-SC) announced that Governor Nikki Haley has proclaimed September as Life Insurance Awareness Month. Life Insurance Awareness Month encourages all South Carolinians…

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Colliers International helps South Carolina HIV/AIDS Council procure a new home

August 31, 2016

Colliers International’s Mary Winter Teaster and Philip Vann represented the South Carolina HIV/AIDS Council (SCHAC) in the leasing of 7,850 square feet of office space at 1813 Laurel Street. SCHAC…

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Piedmont Reproductive Endocrinology Group expands, becomes the largest fertility clinic in South Carolina

August 31, 2016

Piedmont Reproductive Endocrinology Group (PREG)has acquired Advanced Fertility, creating the largest fertility clinic in South Carolina. Founded in 2002 by Dr. John Nichols, PREG is a private infertility clinic. PREG’s…

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ERA Wilder Realty hires new agent

August 31, 2016

Linda Lorick Joins Firm with 37 Years’ Experience ERA Wilder Realty recently announced the addition of Linda Lorick to its team of real estate sales professionals serving consumers in the…

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Colliers International assists in sale of land for new Costco on Piney Grove Road

August 31, 2016

Deal signals end of long wait for the retailer in Columbia Colliers International’s J.P. Scurry, CCIM and Scottie Smith completed the sale of 21 acres of land on Piney Grove…

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NAI Avant facilitates ±40,000 square foot Class A office building closing for Frost Partners

August 31, 2016

NAI Avant senior broker Rob Lapin, and NAI Avant Vice President of Property and Project Management Rick Owen, consulted with Frost Partners on the purchase of the Aetna Building located…

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NAI Avant brokers ±1.68 acre land sale for car wash

August 31, 2016

NAI Avant broker Bobby Hathaway recently represented the purchaser, SK Property, LLC, in the transaction at 7841 Garners Ferry Road in Columbia. The ±1.68 acre parcel was sold by HR…

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NAI Avant facilitates ±40,000 square foot Class A office building closing for Frost Partners

August 31, 2016

NAI Avant senior broker Rob Lapin, and NAI Avant Vice President of Property and Project Management Rick Owen, consulted with Frost Partners on the purchase of the Aetna Building located…

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Junior Achievement of Greater South Carolina announced business leaders to be inducted into South Carolina Business Hall of Fame

August 31, 2016

Junior Achievement of Greater South Carolina announced the names of three outstanding business leaders who will be inducted into the 33rd South Carolina Business Hall of Fame in 2017: •…

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Landmark Builders hires assistant Project Manager

August 31, 2016

Nate Morr Joins Landmark Builders of SC Landmark Builders announced that Nate Morr was recently hired as Assistant Project Manager. Nate will be responsible for assisting and supporting the Project…

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Learning One offering free computer classes

August 31, 2016

Local residents wanting to improve their computer skills can get help from Lexington County School District One. The district’s Adult Education program is offering free computer classes throughout the fall.…

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NAI Avant brokers ±1.68 acre land sale for car wash

August 31, 2016

NAI Avant broker Bobby Hathaway recently represented the purchaser, SK Property, LLC, in the transaction at 7841 Garners Ferry Road in Columbia. The ±1.68 acre parcel was sold by HR…

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Mashburn Construction hires Bryan Smith as Preconstruction Manager, Charleston office

August 30, 2016

Mashburn Construction announced the hire of Bryan Smith as a Preconstruction Manager at the Charleston office. Bryan graduated from Clemson University in 1985 with a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering.…

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Mashburn Construction hires Bryan Smith as Preconstruction Manager, Charleston office

August 30, 2016

Mashburn Construction announced the hire of Bryan Smith as a Preconstruction Manager at the Charleston office. Bryan graduated from Clemson University in 1985 with a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering.…

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The ARK hosts leader training for Powerful Tools for Caregivers class

August 30, 2016

Caring for a family member or friend with a chronic condition can be physically, emotionally and financially draining. But when caregivers have the skills and knowledge to better care for…

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Wofford featured in Princeton Review’s ‘Best 381 Colleges’

August 30, 2016

Wofford College is one of the nation’s best institutions for undergraduate education, according to The Princeton Review. The education services company features Wofford in the new 2017 edition of its…

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1×1 Design welcomes Rachel DeBacker to the team

August 30, 2016

1×1 Design announced that Rachel DeBacker, AIA, LEED AP has joined the team. Rachel earned her Bachelor of Science in Architecture from University of Virginia in 2002, followed by her…

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Mayor Benjamin welcomes new office staff

August 30, 2016

Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin has named several new office staff members. The Mayor’s staff now includes Heyward Harvin as Executive Advisor, Lauren Harper as Advisor of Policy and Communications, Karen…

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Lourie Center celebrates National Senior Center Month

August 30, 2016

Each September, the Lourie Center National celebrates National Senior Center Month, and recognizes the many ways older adults contribute back to their communities and enjoy an active, high quality of…

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Albert’s Deli opens second location at Bank of America Plaza

August 30, 2016

Colliers International brings another eatery to the rapidly-developing Main Street corridor in downtown Columbia Colliers International’s Allen Wilkerson represented the landlord, AgFirst Farm Credit Bank, in the lease of restaurant…

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Amigone joins Available Technology

August 30, 2016

Josh Amigone, a resident of Greer, has joined Available Technology as an information technology specialist. Amigone brings more than 6 years of experience to his role, where he will work…

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Repealing Durbin Amendment Would Help SC

August 30, 2016

By Cathy Novinger   Small businesses are the backbone of economic growth and many need support from financial institutions to help start and expand their operations. Without our small businesses…

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Palmetto Health-USC Medical Group Orthopedics bringing high school football to Spirit Communications Park

August 30, 2016

COLUMBIA, SC – The pigskin and pads are coming to Spirit Communications Park this fall. The Fireflies are excited to host the first local high school football games at Ballpark…

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Three Rosen Hagood attorneys named 2017 Best Lawyers® “Lawyer of the Year” in Charleston

August 30, 2016

The Best Lawyers in America has recognized three Rosen Hagood attorneys with the designation of 2017 “Lawyer of the Year” for their respective practice areas in Charleston. Only one attorney…

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Personal teller machines featured at new SAFE Federal Credit Union branch

August 30, 2016

SAFE Federal Credit Union is the first South Carolina-based financial institution to offer Personal Teller Machines, allowing members to drive up to the machines – just as they do with…

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The University of South Carolina sets new research award record

August 30, 2016

Led by projects like stroke recovery research and school improvement initiatives, the University of South Carolina set a new record this year for research and sponsored awards, bringing in more…

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The University of South Carolina sets new research award record

August 30, 2016

Led by projects like stroke recovery research and school improvement initiatives, the University of South Carolina set a new record this year for research and sponsored awards, bringing in more…

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NAI Avant brokers ±5.03 acre land sale in Irmo

August 30, 2016

NAI Avant broker Peyton Bryant recently represented the seller, Christ Church of the Carolinas, Ltd., in the sale of ±5.03 acres of land for redevelopment. The land, located at 25…

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Richland County plans upgrades to Broad River Wastewater Treatment Facility

August 30, 2016

Richland County is planning upgrades to its wastewater treatment facility serving customers in the northwest area to improve system operations and help maintain the water quality in the Broad River.…

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The GSSM Foundation to lead Startsville, the Hartsville community’s downtown Innovation Center

August 30, 2016

The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science and Mathematics Foundation has entered a partnership with the City of Hartsville to open a new, off-campus entrepreneurship hub known as Startsville: the…

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The GSSM Foundation to lead Startsville, the Hartsville community’s downtown Innovation Center

August 30, 2016

The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science and Mathematics Foundation has entered a partnership with the City of Hartsville to open a new, off-campus entrepreneurship hub known as Startsville: the…

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Colliers Report: South Carolina Prepares for Industrial Expansion

August 30, 2016

Key Takeaways Robust interest led to record absorption in the second quarter. South Carolina’s industrial market absorbed nearly 4.9 million square feet leading to a vacancy rate of 7.0%. South…

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