AdvancED Team recommends national district-wide accreditation

March 13, 2017

During a March 8, 2017 special called meeting of the Lexington County School District One Board of Trustees, the board received a report from an AdvancED External Review Team as…

Sherwood Forest SC Pub Crawl raises thousands to fight leukemia and lymphoma

March 13, 2017

Sherwood Forest SC, a South Carolina non-profit, held it’s first pub crawl on March 8, 2017. The non-profit crawled through Main Street and the Vista raising money to support the…

Palmetto Health recognizes March as National Athletic Trainers Month

March 13, 2017

March is National Athletic Trainers Month, and Palmetto Health encourages community members to learn the importance of athletic trainers for a safer approach to work, life and sport. Athletic trainers…

Midlands Education and Business Alliance connects students and educators to careers in architecture and construction

March 13, 2017

Midlands Education and Business Alliance, SC Department of Commerce and the Building Industry Association of Central South Carolina (BIA) hosted 60 students and educators from Midland’s school districts at the…

Banner Year and Record Setting Visitation for Congaree National Park

March 13, 2017

Congaree National Park experienced a banner year in 2016, hosting a wide range of activities and programs and record setting visitation.  The park exceeded past numbers with 143,843 visitors, a…

Lexington County Sheriff’s Foundation recognizes LCSD employees, volunteers

March 13, 2017

LEXINGTON, SC – The Lexington County Sheriff’s Foundation has honored eight Lexington County Sheriff’s Department employees and three individuals who volunteer their time to work with the department. “We’re grateful…

WYFF News 4 anchor, reporter McCormick honored by College News Association of the Carolinas

March 13, 2017

WYFF News 4 anchor and reporter Mike McCormick has received the Pete Ivey Award from the College News Association of the Carolinas (CNAC) in recognition for his outstanding work in…

Young Professionals increase 1831 Gala charitable contribution by fifty percent in second year

March 13, 2017

Spartanburg Young Professionals (SYP) and the United Way of the Piedmont Young Leaders (YL) unveiled a $15,050.01 contribution to Upstate Warrior Solution, made possible by proceeds from the second annual…

The Brandon Agency expands resources in the Carolinas

March 13, 2017

With a surge in new business over the last several months, The Brandon Agency – the only accredited Brand Strategy Agency in South Carolina – welcomes Theresa Forman and Krista…

The Brandon Agency expands resources in the Carolinas

March 13, 2017

With a surge in new business over the last several months, The Brandon Agency – the only accredited Brand Strategy Agency in South Carolina – welcomes Theresa Forman and Krista…

Coldwell Banker Commercial Caine Greenville and Spartanburg Brokers Represent Local Real Estate Transactions in February

March 13, 2017

Brokers from Coldwell Banker Commercial Caine’s Greenville and Spartanburg offices represented the following area real estate transactions for February of 2017:   Sales Greenville:  Pete Brett, CCIM, David Sigmon, CCIM…

Two long-time Trident Tech employees promoted

March 13, 2017

Two long-time Trident Technical College employees have taken on new roles at the college. Dr. Catharine Almquist has been named vice president for academic affairs. In this role, she is…

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announces top producers for February

March 13, 2017

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS® announces the top producers from each of its residential sales offices for the month of February. These agents and teams earned the highest…

Renowned author Josh McDowell to speak at Christian Learning Center’s 20th Anniversary Friends and Fundraising Banquet

March 13, 2017

Christian author Josh McDowell has addressed more than 25 million people, giving over 27,000 talks in 125 countries – and now he is coming to Greenville. McDowell will be the…

All Clear Plumbing welcomes Dodd as fourth generation apprentice

March 13, 2017

All Clear Plumbing welcomes Kenneth Dodd as their newest apprentice, continuing to grow their team of skilled tradesmen. Dodd is training to become a fourth-generation plumber, working alongside his father,…

Columbia, SC, home of longest total solar eclipse on the East Coast, to host long weekend of eclipse events and activities

March 13, 2017

Aug. 18-21, 2017 Greater Columbia, S.C., region gearing up for role as “Total Eclipse Capital of the East Coast” During the total solar eclipse of Monday, August 21, 2017, visitors…

Columbia, SC, home of longest total solar eclipse on the East Coast, to host long weekend of eclipse events and activities

March 13, 2017

Aug. 18-21, 2017 Greater Columbia, S.C., region gearing up for role as “Total Eclipse Capital of the East Coast” During the total solar eclipse of Monday, August 21, 2017, visitors…

Touchpoint Communications snags “ Best Public Relations” at 2017 Spark! Awards

March 13, 2017

Touchpoint Communications, an 11-year-old public relations and media strategy company based in Charleston, won “Best Public Relations” for its work on Charleston Fashion Week in 2016 at the American Marketing…

AdvancED Team recommends national district-wide accreditation for Lexington One

March 13, 2017

During a March 8, 2017 special called meeting of the Lexington County School District One Board of Trustees, the board received a report from an AdvancED External Review Team as…

Southern Community Services acquires three new homeowner association management clients in Columbia area

March 13, 2017

Southern Community Services, one of only six AAMC-accredited community association management firms in S.C., has added three new Columbia area communities to its growing client list. Southern Community Services (SCS)…

Richland County Sheriff serves as VIP judge at regional debate tournament

March 13, 2017

By W. Thomas Smith Jr.   Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott was among seven ‘VIP judges’ for the finals in the National Christian Forensics and Communications Association (NCFCA) District A…

SCDOT mourns the loss of two workers

March 13, 2017

​The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) is feeling great sorrow Monday morning, March 13, 2017 following the tragic incident that took the lives of two SCDOT workers while working…

SCDOT mourns the loss of two workers

March 13, 2017

​The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) is feeling great sorrow Monday morning, March 13, 2017 following the tragic incident that took the lives of two SCDOT workers while working…

Red Heritage Media of the Catawba Indian Nation named first Native-American SBA Government Contractor in the State of South Carolina

March 13, 2017

The U. S. Small Business Administration (SBA) South Carolina District Office recently recognized the Catawba Indian Nation’s Red Heritage Media firm as a government contractor in the agency’s 8(a) Business…

Red Heritage Media of the Catawba Indian Nation named first Native-American SBA Government Contractor in the State of South Carolina

March 13, 2017

The U. S. Small Business Administration (SBA) South Carolina District Office recently recognized the Catawba Indian Nation’s Red Heritage Media firm as a government contractor in the agency’s 8(a) Business…

Employment hits new record as labor force grows

March 13, 2017

While the number of people working in South Carolina hit a new record and the size of the workforce rose, the seasonally adjusted unemployment rate increased slightly in January. “It…

Employment hits new record as labor force grows

March 13, 2017

While the number of people working in South Carolina hit a new record and the size of the workforce rose, the seasonally adjusted unemployment rate increased slightly in January. “It…

Sonoco implementing price increase for paperboard tubes and cores

March 13, 2017

Sonoco announced it is implementing price increases for all paperboard tubes and cores in the United States and Canada by a minimum of 10 percent.  The increase is effective with…

NAI Avant brokers 25 acre land sale in Lexington

March 13, 2017

NAI Avant is pleased to announce the recent sale of 25 acres of land at 824 Park Road in Lexington, SC. Senior broker Gerald Steele represented the seller, Ernest Ambrose…

UofSC Farmers market opens for the spring

March 13, 2017

Healthy Carolina’s farmers market opens for the spring semester Tuesday, March 14. The market runs from 9 a.m.- 1:30 p.m. on Greene Street in front of the Preston residence hall.…

AdvancED Team recommends national district-wide accreditation for Lexington One

March 13, 2017

During a March 8, 2017 special called meeting of the Lexington County School District One Board of Trustees, the board received a report from an AdvancED External Review Team as…

Columbia, SC, home of longest total solar eclipse on the East Coast, to host long weekend of eclipse events and activities

March 13, 2017

Aug. 18-21, 2017 Greater Columbia, S.C., region gearing up for role as “Total Eclipse Capital of the East Coast” During the total solar eclipse of Monday, August 21, 2017, visitors…

NAI Avant brokers 25 acre land sale in Lexington

March 13, 2017

NAI Avant is pleased to announce the recent sale of 25 acres of land at 824 Park Road in Lexington, SC. Senior broker Gerald Steele represented the seller, Ernest Ambrose…

Richland County Sheriff serves as VIP judge at regional debate tournament

March 13, 2017

By W. Thomas Smith Jr.   Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott was among seven ‘VIP judges’ for the finals in the National Christian Forensics and Communications Association (NCFCA) District A…

Southern Community Services acquires three new homeowner association management clients in Columbia area

March 13, 2017

Southern Community Services, one of only six AAMC-accredited community association management firms in S.C., has added three new Columbia area communities to its growing client list. Southern Community Services (SCS)…

New CEO selected to lead Palmetto Association for Children and Families

March 10, 2017

Over the last few months, the Palmetto Association for Children and Families (PAFCAF) has conducted an extensive search for a new CEO. PAFCAF board members, consultants, and an external executive…

SC Ports breaks ground on Inland Port Dillon 

March 10, 2017

Officials broke ground on the site of Inland Port Dillon, a South Carolina Ports Authority facility slated to open in early 2018 to support growing intermodal cargo volumes between the…

SC Ports breaks ground on Inland Port Dillon 

March 10, 2017

Officials broke ground on the site of Inland Port Dillon, a South Carolina Ports Authority facility slated to open in early 2018 to support growing intermodal cargo volumes between the…

Richland County Vector Control Program to Begin Mosquito Spraying

March 10, 2017

The Richland County Vector Control Program is preparing for mosquito spraying. The program conducts surveillance on mosquito populations, treats larval breeding sites and sprays for adult mosquitoes in densely populated…

Mars recognized for fifth time on Fortune’s 2017 Best Companies to Work For list

March 10, 2017

Mars, Incorporated is excited to announce it’s been named to the 2017 FORTUNE 100 Best Companies to Work For® list, compiled by the Great Place to Work®, for the fifth…

S.C. Chamber organizations recognized with national honors

March 10, 2017

The U.S. Chamber of Commerce honored the S.C. Chamber of Commerce as “Accredited with Distinction” and the Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce as “Accredited with 5 Stars” for excellence in…

S.C. Chamber organizations recognized with national honors

March 10, 2017

The U.S. Chamber of Commerce honored the S.C. Chamber of Commerce as “Accredited with Distinction” and the Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce as “Accredited with 5 Stars” for excellence in…

Sandlapper Elementary achieves Lighthouse School status

March 10, 2017

Sandlapper Elementary has been designated a Lighthouse School, by implementing The Leader in Me process. The school was commended for achieving positive school and student outcomes as well as having…

Sonoco implementing price increase for all uncoated recycled paperboard products

March 10, 2017

Sonoco (NYSE:SON) announced it is implementing a $75 per ton price increase for all grades of uncoated recycled paperboard (URB) in the United States and Canada, effective with shipments beginning…

5th floor renovation project at 1333 Main Street completed

March 10, 2017

Boston based, Albany Road Real Estate Partners, finishes first of three planned renovation projects at 1333 Main Street, a 203,307 sq. ft. multi-tenant office building in Columbia’s thriving central business…

Healthy Learners announces new slate of officers to Board of Trustees

March 10, 2017

COLUMBIA , SC –  Healthy Learners announces a new slate of officers to its Board of Trustees for the next two years. The new officers are Chairman Matthew Roberts of…

Caldwell Commercial lease 159 Civitas St, Suites 202 & 204 & 208

March 10, 2017

Bob Caldwell, SIOR and Cameron Griffon, MBA of Caldwell Commercial represented the tenants in the lease of 159 Civitas St, Mt Pleasant, SC suites 202 & 204 to Careteam Health,…

Turner Padget boosts employment practice with hire of Robyn Madden

March 10, 2017

Turner Padget Graham & Laney, P.A. announces the addition of Robyn W. Madden as a Columbia-based of counsel attorney in the firm’s Employment and Professional Liability Practice. “Robyn is an…

Turner Padget boosts employment practice with hire of Robyn Madden

March 10, 2017

Turner Padget Graham & Laney, P.A. announces the addition of Robyn W. Madden as a Columbia-based of counsel attorney in the firm’s Employment and Professional Liability Practice. “Robyn is an…

5th floor renovation project at 1333 Main Street completed

March 10, 2017

Boston based, Albany Road Real Estate Partners, finishes first of three planned renovation projects at 1333 Main Street, a 203,307 sq. ft. multi-tenant office building in Columbia’s thriving central business…