Columbia Mini Maker Faire shows off regional creativity on May 21

April 19, 2016

Meet some of South Carolina’s Most Interesting Tinkerers, Creators and Inventors Columbia Mini Maker Faire, an all-ages festival of DIY tech enthusiasts, crafters, tinkerers, hobbyists, engineers and artists, will be…

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LawyerLisa attorney earns certification in Elder Law

April 19, 2016

The National Elder Law Foundation (NELF) – the only organization approved by the American Bar Association to offer certification in the area of elder law – has announced that Lisa…

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Immedion hires Jay Orr as Account Executive

April 18, 2016

Immedion LLC, a premiere provider of data center services including Cloud, colocation and managed services, announced today the hiring of Jay Orr as Account Executive for Immedion’s Charleston location. In…

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Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Carolinas breaks ground on “Building Hope” expansion project

April 18, 2016

RMHC of the Carolinas broke ground on its $3.5 million capital campaign expansion project today. The expansion will allow the Ronald McDonald House, located in Greenville, S.C., to double the amount…

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Tri-County Entrepreneurial Development Corporation announces Business Plan Center

April 18, 2016

The Tri-County Entrepreneurial Development Corporation has announced their new Business Plan Center. The Business Plan Center, located in the Oconee Business Center, will be a venue where clients have a…

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Dr. Julie Hartman receives Child Abuse Prevention Grant

April 18, 2016

Dr. Julie Hartman, teacher education professor and program coordinator for early care and development and early childhood education programs at Bob Jones University, recently received a grant awarded by the…

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Furman Mathematics Professor Hutson wins SCICU Teaching Award

April 18, 2016

Dr. Kevin Hutson, Professor of Mathematics at Furman University, has been awarded a 2016 Excellence in Teaching Award from the South Carolina Independent Colleges & Universities (SCICU) organization. SCICU annually…

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Columbia College Koalas win AAC Lacrosse Tournament Championship

April 18, 2016

Stellar goalkeeping from senior Natalie Dubas and four goals from junior Kendra Blackstock lifted second-seeded Columbia to the 2016 Appalachian Athletic Conference (AAC) Women’s Lacrosse Tournament championship, defeating top-ranked Tennessee Wesleyan 8-5 on Saturday,…

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Easley, SC Teen to promote “Be Your Best Self” message during nationwide outreach event

April 18, 2016

Tara Moore, Distinguished Young Woman of SC, will join with young women across the nation April 25-29 in celebrating National Be Your Best Self Week, a national outreach event sponsored…

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Dale Carnegie Training announces a new franchise in South Carolina

April 18, 2016

Herbert L Drayton III and Ingrid Tugwell became the newest franchise owners with Dale Carnegie Training® today. Their territory covers Charleston and Columbia and four counties in Georgia.   “We…

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Dale Carnegie Training announces a new franchise in South Carolina

April 18, 2016

Herbert L Drayton III and Ingrid Tugwell became the newest franchise owners with Dale Carnegie Training® today. Their territory covers Charleston and Columbia and four counties in Georgia.   “We…

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Six Providence Hospitals nurses receive 2016 Palmetto Gold Award

April 18, 2016

Each year the South Carolina Nurses Foundation recognizes 100 nurses who exemplify excellence in practice and commitment to the profession. Nurses are nominated across the entire state from a variety…

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Nauful selected to participate in 2016 Riley Institute Diversity Leaders Initiative Program

April 18, 2016

Adams and Reese partner Tara E. Nauful is one of 42 leaders selected from sectors across South Carolina to participate in the 2016 Spring Midlands Class of the Riley Institute…

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Lewis receives 2016 Outstanding Young Alumni Award

April 18, 2016

Kenneth P. Lewis, Coker College class of 2001, has been named the 2016 recipient of the Coker College Outstanding Young Alumni Award. This prestigious award is given annually by the…

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Safrit receives 2016 Alumni Association Distinguished Service Award

April 18, 2016

Sarah Jo Wood Safrit, Coker College class of 1971, has been named the 2016 recipient of the Coker College Alumni Association’s Distinguished Service Award. This prestigious award is given annually…

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Leadership Columbia Class of 2016 hosts Open House “Renovation Reveal” and reception at Autism Academy of South Carolina, April 29

April 18, 2016

The Leadership Columbia Class of 2016 will host an Open House at the Autism Academy of South Carolina (AASC), 1505 Blanding St. in downtown Columbia, S.C., for AASC families, staff…

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Bobbitt breaks ground on new Johnsonville Fire Station

April 18, 2016

JOHNSONVILLE, SC – A groundbreaking ceremony was recently held for Johnsonville Fire Department’s new 10,736-square-foot, four-bay fire station and department headquarters. Bobbitt Design Build is constructing the new station for the…

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Lower Richland High School and EngenuitySC host third “Dress for Success” business etiquette student showcase, April 26

April 18, 2016

The Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) committee at Lower Richland High School (LRHS) will partner with EngenuitySC to host the third annual “Dress for Success” business etiquette showcase on…

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Changes in non-ethanol gasoline

April 18, 2016

As we head into the summer driving season, the South Carolina Department of Agriculture’s Consumer Protection Division wants you to be aware of some changes happening at the pump. Consumers…

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Lennar Coastal Carolinas welcomes Ashley Hanna

April 18, 2016

Lennar, one of the Lowcountry’s most reputable homebuilders, has hired Ashley Hanna as Area Sales Manager in Myrtle Beach. With over a decade of home sales expertise, Hanna will help…

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Coastal environment teacher at Sullivan’s Island Elementary to be recognized with STEM Award

April 18, 2016

Holly Blair, the coastal environment teacher at Sullivan’s Island Elementary School, will be recognized next month for her dedication to educating future generations of environmental stewards. She will join six…

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South Carolina imposes sales tax on optional damage waiver fees

April 18, 2016

A South Carolina administrative law court (“Court”) ruled that optional damage waivers purchased with equipment rentals were subject to sales tax. The rental company argued that waiver fees were not…

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SCSBA statement regarding Superintendent Bennett

April 18, 2016

The following is a statement by Scott Price, Executive Director of the South Carolina School Boards Association, concerning the death of Newberry County School District Superintendent Bennie Bennett: “The South…

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BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina named in Forbes’ List of America’s Best Employers

April 18, 2016

Forbes magazine included BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina in its annual ranking of America’s Best Employers. The company was one of four BlueCross companies included, ranking 15th in the insurance…

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1×1 Design awarded AIA South Carolina Design Awards

April 18, 2016

1×1 Design announces that three projects have received recognition by The South Carolina chapter of the American Institute of Architects (AIASC). The Phase Two Renovations at The Nickelodeon Theatre in…

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Providence Hospitals Development Foundation named Stephen Kyle Jones as scholarship recipient

April 18, 2016

COLUMBIA, SC – Providence Hospitals Development Foundation named Stephen Kyle Jones as the 2016 Dr. Preston A. Jones Memorial Scholarship recipient. A fourth-year medical student at the University of South…

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CABTEQ Solutions establishing operations in York County

April 18, 2016

Company Investing $3 Million To Create 125 New Jobs   COLUMBIA, SC – CABTEQ Solutions (CABTEQ), a South Carolina-based company, which specializes in commercial cabinetry, is establishing operations in York…

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CABTEQ Solutions establishing operations in York County

April 18, 2016

Company Investing $3 Million To Create 125 New Jobs   COLUMBIA, SC – CABTEQ Solutions (CABTEQ), a South Carolina-based company, which specializes in commercial cabinetry, is establishing operations in York…

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1×1 Design awarded AIA South Carolina Design Awards

April 18, 2016

1×1 Design announced that three projects have received recognition by the South Carolina chapter of the American Institute of Architects (AIASC). The Phase Two Renovations at The Nickelodeon Theatre in…

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Collins & Lacy welcomes Kelsey Brudvig

April 18, 2016

Collins & Lacy, P.C. announced Kelsey Brudvig has joined the firm’s Columbia office as an associate practicing in the areas of retail & hospitality law and professional liability defense. Brudvig’s experience includes…

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Meet the Doctor – Dr. Lindsay Cash joins Bela Family Dentistry

April 18, 2016

COLUMBIA, SC – We are proud to announce that Dr. Lindsay Cash has joined the Bela Family Dentistry team in Irmo, SC. A graduate of The College of Charleston, Dr.…

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Four new Palmetto Military Employers recognized at second annual OPE Midlands Summit

April 18, 2016

Employers, hiring managers, veteran employment representatives and military service members met Thursday in Columbia to learn more about how to recruit and retain military hires through Operation Palmetto Employment (OPE),…

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Four new Palmetto Military Employers recognized at second annual OPE Midlands Summit

April 18, 2016

Employers, hiring managers, veteran employment representatives and military service members met Thursday in Columbia to learn more about how to recruit and retain military hires through Operation Palmetto Employment (OPE),…

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Lowcountry Maritime Society announces Spring Boat Launch

April 18, 2016

Lowcountry Maritime Society, a non-profit dedicated to revitalizing coastal Carolina’s maritime culture, is holding its 2nd Annual Spring Boat Launch on Saturday, April 30 at 2pm. As part of the…

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Ellipsis Technologies teams with Bill Mahoney and WTM Development

April 18, 2016

GREENVILLE, SC – Ellipsis Technologies, which launched its Human Presence technology in 2015, announced that Bill Mahoney, former CEO of SCRA and current CEO of WTM Development, will join Ellipsis as…

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Ellipsis Technologies teams with Bill Mahoney and WTM Development

April 18, 2016

GREENVILLE, SC – Ellipsis Technologies, which launched its Human Presence technology in 2015, announced that Bill Mahoney, former CEO of SCRA and current CEO of WTM Development, will join Ellipsis as…

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Leadership Columbia Class of 2016 hosts Open House “Renovation Reveal” and reception at Autism Academy of South Carolina, April 29

April 18, 2016

The Leadership Columbia Class of 2016 will host an Open House at the Autism Academy of South Carolina (AASC), 1505 Blanding St. in downtown Columbia, S.C., for AASC families, staff…

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Lower Richland High School and EngenuitySC host third “Dress for Success” business etiquette student showcase, April 26

April 18, 2016

The Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) committee at Lower Richland High School (LRHS) will partner with EngenuitySC to host the third annual “Dress for Success” business etiquette showcase on…

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Meet the Doctor – Dr. Lindsay Cash joins Bela Family Dentistry

April 18, 2016

COLUMBIA, SC – We are proud to announce that Dr. Lindsay Cash has joined the Bela Family Dentistry team in Irmo, SC. A graduate of The College of Charleston, Dr.…

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Bobbitt breaks ground on new Johnsonville Fire Station

April 18, 2016

JOHNSONVILLE, SC – A groundbreaking ceremony was recently held for Johnsonville Fire Department’s new 10,736-square-foot, four-bay fire station and department headquarters. Bobbitt Design Build is constructing the new station for the…

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US Quidditch Cup 9 comes to Columbia this weekend

April 15, 2016

COLUMBIA, SC – Brooms up! Collegiate and club seekers, keepers, beaters and chasers from all over the nation, as well as Canada, will flock to the Palmetto Health Fields at…

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Senate Appropriations Committee rejects Obama Administration proposal to terminate MOX program

April 15, 2016

WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) said he was pleased the Senate Appropriations Committee rejected the Obama Administration proposal to terminate the MOX program at Savannah River…

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Senate Appropriations Committee rejects Obama Administration proposal to terminate MOX program

April 15, 2016

WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) said he was pleased the Senate Appropriations Committee rejected the Obama Administration proposal to terminate the MOX program at Savannah River…

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9,077 see Fireflies win Spirit Communications Park opener

April 15, 2016

COLUMBIA, SC – The Fireflies opened Spirit Communications Park in style on Thursday night, downing the Greenville Drive, 4-1. It was Columbia’s fourth straight victory. The first game in ballpark…

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Senate Appropriations Committee approves provision which could help push Charleston Harbor deepening toward construction

April 15, 2016

WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) said he was pleased the Senate Appropriations Committee has approved a provision which could help the Charleston Harbor deepening project move…

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Senate Appropriations Committee approves provision which could help push Charleston Harbor deepening toward construction

April 15, 2016

WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) said he was pleased the Senate Appropriations Committee has approved a provision which could help the Charleston Harbor deepening project move…

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South Carolina legal assistance group receives $6.2M under Bank of America Mortgage Settlement

April 15, 2016

BOSTON, MA – Eric D. Green, independent Monitor of Bank of America’s August 20, 2014, mortgage settlement with the U.S. Department of Justice and six states, announced the distribution of $6,203,412…

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South Carolina legal assistance group receives $6.2M under Bank of America Mortgage Settlement

April 15, 2016

BOSTON, MA – Eric D. Green, independent Monitor of Bank of America’s August 20, 2014, mortgage settlement with the U.S. Department of Justice and six states, announced the distribution of $6,203,412…

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Lexington Medical Center welcomes D. Perry Breazeale Jr., CPA as Chief Financial Officer

April 14, 2016

WEST COLUMBIA, SC – Lexington Medical Center is pleased to welcome D. Perry Breazeale Jr., CPA as Chief Financial Officer at Lexington Medical Center. In this role, Mr. Breazeale will oversee…

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Three bridges on Bluff Road closed for replacement in Richland County

April 14, 2016

Three bridges on SC 48 (Bluff Road) in Richland County were closed Thursday afternoon, April 14, 2016, by the South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT). SCDOT continues to monitor and…

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