City of Columbia accepting nominations for the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Dream Keeper Scholarship Awards

November 22, 2016

The City of Columbia is accepting nominations for the 2017 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Dream Keeper Scholarship Awards. The Dream Keeper Award recognizes exemplary displays of committed service to…

Spartanburg Convention & Visitor’s Bureau hires Visitor Services Coordinator

November 22, 2016

SPARTANBURG, SC  – The Spartanburg Convention & Visitor’s Bureau (SCVB) is pleased to welcome Megan Collins as its new Visitor Services Coordinator, assisting the sales team in selling Spartanburg County as a…

Red Cross announces new additions to its Board of Directors

November 22, 2016

The American Red Cross of Lowcountry SC announced that Mark McCain and David Dunlap have joined its Board of Directors. “I am honored to have David and Mark bringing both…

The Center for Advanced Technical Studies hosts Clean Energy Technology Showcase

November 22, 2016

The Center for Advanced Technical Studies (The Center) hosted the Advanced Career Clean Energy Technology Showcase in partnership with the Southern Regional Education Board (SREB). The Center was the first…

Midway Elementary crossing guard receives outstanding service award

November 22, 2016

Often the first person some students and parents see on a typical school day, crossing guards help keep students safe every day. In appreciation, the South Carolina Department of Transportation’s…

Adger Solar investing $200 million in Clarendon County solar projects

November 22, 2016

Solar Farm Development To Bring $200 Million In New Investment Adger Solar, a clean energy development company, intends to invest $200 million in two separate solar farm projects in Clarendon…

Adger Solar investing $200 million in Clarendon County solar projects

November 22, 2016

Solar Farm Development To Bring $200 Million In New Investment Adger Solar, a clean energy development company, intends to invest $200 million in two separate solar farm projects in Clarendon…

Jackson Named a 2017 Top Shop for Third Consecutive Year

November 22, 2016

Jackson Marketing, Motorsports & Events, South Carolina’s second largest integrated marketing communications and events agency, has been named a 2017 B2B Top Shop, a listing of the top U.S. B2B…

Red Cross issues safe cooking tips as Thanksgiving approaches

November 22, 2016

Thanksgiving is almost here – a time when many people will prepare a holiday feast with their loved ones. The American Red Cross has steps people can follow to stay…

Red Cross issues safe cooking tips as Thanksgiving approaches

November 22, 2016

Thanksgiving is almost here – a time when many people will prepare a holiday feast with their loved ones. The American Red Cross has steps people can follow to stay…

Herrin Health Law expands with addition of Rick McDuff in South Carolina

November 22, 2016

Herrin Health Law, P.C. (HHL) announced the addition of Rick McDuff as Of Counsel for the firm. McDuff joins HHL with nearly 30 years of combined experience as an attorney…

Herrin Health Law expands with addition of Rick McDuff in South Carolina

November 22, 2016

Herrin Health Law, P.C. (HHL) announced the addition of Rick McDuff as Of Counsel for the firm. McDuff joins HHL with nearly 30 years of combined experience as an attorney…

Midway Elementary crossing guard receives outstanding service award

November 22, 2016

Often the first person some students and parents see on a typical school day, crossing guards help keep students safe every day. In appreciation, the South Carolina Department of Transportation’s…

NAI Avant brokers land sale in West Columbia to pediatric care provider

November 22, 2016

NAI Avant recently closed the sale of ±1.53 acres of land at 3618 Sunset Boulevard in West Columbia. The lot is located halfway between I-26 and I-20, boasting excellent visibility…

Red Cross issues safe cooking tips as Thanksgiving approaches

November 22, 2016

Thanksgiving is almost here – a time when many people will prepare a holiday feast with their loved ones. The American Red Cross has steps people can follow to stay…

UofSC student wins Rhodes Scholarship

November 21, 2016

COLUMBIA, SC – University of South Carolina senior Jory Fleming has been named one of the 32 winners of the prestigious Rhodes Scholarship. A Capstone Fellow, Fleming is pursuing a…

Wild hogs a costly headache for S.C. landowners, Clemson study shows

November 21, 2016

Feral hogs are a $115 million problem for the state’s agriculture, livestock and timber industries in South Carolina, according to a Clemson University study on landowners’ perceived damages from the…

Gov. Nikki Haley announces Hartley Powell as Revenue Director

November 21, 2016

COLUMBIA, SC – Governor Nikki Haley announced Hartley Powell as the next director of the South Carolina Department of Revenue (DOR). Powell, who served in South Carolina state government for…

Gov. Nikki Haley announces Hartley Powell as Revenue Director

November 21, 2016

COLUMBIA, SC – Governor Nikki Haley announced Hartley Powell as the next director of the South Carolina Department of Revenue (DOR). Powell, who served in South Carolina state government for…

Avison Young Retail Lease | 920 Houston Northcutt Boulevard

November 21, 2016

Avison Young commercial real estate is pleased to announce that Vitré Stephens  represented Mylkbar, LLC in the leasing of 1,150 sf retail space located at 920 Houston Northcutt Boulevard in…

Avison Young Office Sale | 495 Jessen Lane

November 21, 2016

Avison Young commercial real estate is pleased to announce that Leslie M. Fellabom and Chris Fraser, CCIM represented Jessen Lane Holdings, LLC in the purchase of a 6,000 sf office…

Furman University Professor Tessitore named to inaugural Jane Hipp Professorship

November 21, 2016

Furman University political science professor Aristide (Ty) Tessitore has been appointed to the newly established Jane Hipp Professorship in Western and American Political Thought at the university. The professorship was…

$25,000 donation from the Walmart Foundation will feed 1,400 seniors in need this holiday season

November 21, 2016

COLUMBIA, SC – City of Columbia officials and Walmart Foundation representatives gathered at a Senior Resources Wellness Center to announce a major initiative to provide holiday meals to more than…

City encourages residents to recycle fried turkey used cooking oil

November 21, 2016

Deep fried turkey is a delight on Thanksgiving, but disposing the three to five gallons of leftover oil is always a challenge. City of Columbia residents can recycle used cooking…

Holiday events announced in the City of Cayce

November 21, 2016

The City of Cayce announces upcoming Holiday Events throughout the month of December for everyone to enjoy. Following is a brief overview of each Holiday Event.   Thursday, December 1 6 p.m. –…

Gov. Nikki Haley and the First Family announce 50th Annual Governor’s Carolighting

November 21, 2016

WYFF 4 Anchor Nigel Robertson Will Emcee Event Governor Nikki Haley, First Gentleman Michael Haley and the First Family will kick off the holiday season at the 50th Annual Governor’s…

Wordless News

November 21, 2016

  The story here: 4 Things You Didn’t Know About Thanksgiving       Wordless News is a project by illustrator + designer Maria Fabrizio. Wordless News is a weekday creative…

Wordless News

November 21, 2016

  The story here: 4 Things You Didn’t Know About Thanksgiving       Wordless News is a project by illustrator + designer Maria Fabrizio. Wordless News is a weekday creative…

#ShopSmall on Small Business Saturday in Five Points

November 21, 2016

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 26, 2016 Join us for a day of shopping in the neighborhood! Merchants will be passing out #ShopSmall goodies all day and having sales and specials for our…

Drakeford makes history as mayor-elect of Camden

November 21, 2016

First African-American mayor of Camden to be sworn-in this week Alfred Mae Drakeford made history Nov. 8 when she was elected the first African-American mayor of Camden. She will again…

Colliers International South Carolina wins two national marketing awards from Colliers USA

November 21, 2016

South Carolina’s marketing team named a finalist in four categories for marketing and research, including Best New Business Proposal, Best New Marketing Intelligence Initiative, Best Property Marketing Campaign and Marketer…

Colliers International South Carolina wins two national marketing awards from Colliers USA

November 21, 2016

South Carolina’s marketing team named a finalist in four categories for marketing and research, including Best New Business Proposal, Best New Marketing Intelligence Initiative, Best Property Marketing Campaign and Marketer…

King Charles Inn announces Host a Hero this holiday season

November 21, 2016

King Charles Inn, a historic downtown hotel, announced a new Host a Hero contest, honoring an inspirational figure in the area. With nominations running between Nov. 21-Dec. 5 on the…

Craig Leduc joins the commercial office of C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS

November 21, 2016

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announced that Craig Leduc has joined the company’s Commercial office as a sales associate. After receiving a degree in Marine Engineering from Maine…

Complete PR announces new location

November 21, 2016

Complete Public Relations has moved into a new office located at 11 Toy Street in downtown. Built in 1925, the building has since been transformed into a creative workspace as…

Ogletree Deakins earns excellence in Workplace Diversity Award from South Carolina Chamber of Commerce

November 21, 2016

Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C. (Ogletree Deakins), one of the largest labor and employment law firms representing management, announced that the firm’s Greenville office was awarded the Excellence…

Middle school counseling programs named model programs

November 21, 2016

The American School Counselor Association recognized two Lexington County School District One schools, Lexington Middle and Pelion Middle, for their strong school counseling programs by naming them Recognized ASCA Model…

2016 Holiday Sales Show to open December 2 in Camden

November 21, 2016

The Fine Arts Center of Kershaw County (FAC) is gearing up for the 2016 Holiday Sales Show. This year, the Holiday Sales Show will take place from Friday, December 2…

Za’s on Devine features newly renovated private dining space

November 21, 2016

Seating for 75+ guests, for events and parties this holiday season Za’s on Devine – locally-owned, Italian-inspired neighborhood restaurant and bar – offers companies, event planners and diners a new…

Chapin Arbor Day celebration planned at Chapin Technology Park

November 21, 2016

The Chapin Arbor Day Foundation is hosting an Arbor Day celebration on Friday, December 2 at 11:00 am at the new Chapin Technology Park, located on Brighton Boulevard. There will…

NAI Avant facilitates ±6,700 square foot office lease in the heart of Lexington

November 21, 2016

Team IA, Inc. is the new tenant in a ±6,700 square foot office building located at 212 Palmetto Park Blvd in Lexington, SC. Represented by NAI Avant senior brokers Paul…

Hopkins Middle School, with support from EngenuitySC, will host hands-on “ForenSTEMics Night” Nov. 29, 2016

November 21, 2016

Crime scene analysis, bloodwork, fingerprinting and instruction from forensics and toxicology professionals, all part of STEM/IB education initiative Hopkins Middle School, a candidate for the IB Middle Years Program in…

John Metts joins Newmark Grubb Wilson Kibler

November 21, 2016

COLUMBIA, SC – Newmark Grubb Wilson Kibler, a leading commercial real estate services firm, announced today that John Metts has joined the firm as a brokerage associate.  Mr. Metts will…

NFIB: This Saturday, shop small and help the local economy

November 21, 2016

Shoppers who are planning to hit the malls the weekend after Thanksgiving should also remember to visit local merchants for their holiday shopping, said the National Federation of Independent Business…

Central Carolina Community Foundation welcomes Erin Johnson as new Vice President for Community Investment

November 21, 2016

Erin Johnson has joined Central Carolina Community Foundation in the newly created position of Vice President for Community Investment. In this new position, Johnson will lead the Foundation’s efforts to…

Michelin teams up with Clemson, USC to create sustainability course

November 21, 2016

Michelin North America and students from the two largest universities in South Carolina are teaming up in an effort to improve sustainability within the tire industry. The initiative, “One SC…

Michelin teams up with Clemson, USC to create sustainability course

November 21, 2016

Michelin North America and students from the two largest universities in South Carolina are teaming up in an effort to improve sustainability within the tire industry. The initiative, “One SC…

Middle school counseling programs named model programs

November 21, 2016

The American School Counselor Association recognized two Lexington County School District One schools, Lexington Middle and Pelion Middle, for their strong school counseling programs by naming them Recognized ASCA Model…

NAI Avant facilitates ±6,700 square foot office lease in the heart of Lexington

November 21, 2016

Team IA, Inc. is the new tenant in a ±6,700 square foot office building located at 212 Palmetto Park Blvd in Lexington, SC. Represented by NAI Avant senior brokers Paul…

Za’s on Devine features newly renovated private dining space

November 21, 2016

Seating for 75+ guests, for events and parties this holiday season Za’s on Devine – locally-owned, Italian-inspired neighborhood restaurant and bar – offers companies, event planners and diners a new…