1000 Feathers launches to bridge divide between vision and strategy

October 4, 2016

Firm to work alongside nonprofits, social service organizations, and those who fund them to maximize return on investment and produce more tangible results in communities. COLUMBIA, SC – With challenges…

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2016 Progress Report – Creating Direction: A Guide for Improving Long-Term Care in South Carolina

October 4, 2016

The South Carolina Institute of Medicine & Public Health (IMPH) has released the first Progress Report presenting a status update on recommendations from June 2015’s Long-Term Care Taskforce report “Creating…

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Fisher Phillips Columbia Managing Partner elected to South Carolina Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors

October 4, 2016

Stephen Mitchell, managing partner of the Columbia office of Fisher Phillips, has been elected to the South Carolina Chamber of Commerce board of directors. The South Carolina Chamber of Commerce…

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The Fourth Annual Wish Ball aims to raise a record $200,000 to grant wishes for S.C. Wish Kids

October 4, 2016

The lights were dimmed and the audience sat with bated breath when wish kid Joey looked across the stage, lifted his microphone and said to wish kid, Malayzia, “You’re going…

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Six to be inducted into Richland One Hall of Fame

October 3, 2016

Richland One will induct six new members into the school district’s Hall of Fame in January, district officials announced at an October 3 news conference. The Richland One Hall of…

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Historic Cragmoor Farms to supply produce for local schools

October 3, 2016

A historic farm in Roebuck will soon provide fruits, vegetables, and educational opportunities to students in pre-K through 12th grade as a result of a partnership between Upstate Forever, The…

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SCE&G monitoring Hurricane Matthew; offers safety and preparedness tips

October 3, 2016

SCE&G is monitoring the path of Hurricane Matthew and encouraging customers to prepare now for the potential impacts of severe weather, which could include power outages. “We don’t yet know…

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SCE&G monitoring Hurricane Matthew; offers safety and preparedness tips

October 3, 2016

SCE&G is monitoring the path of Hurricane Matthew and encouraging customers to prepare now for the potential impacts of severe weather, which could include power outages. “We don’t yet know…

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Four Low Country District Superintendents Join Forces to Work on Early Literacy

October 3, 2016

The Superintendents of the four school districts in the tri-county area, which include Berkeley, Charleston, Dorchester Two and Dorchester Four, are collaborating to identify and implement best practices in Early…

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Berkeley County School District to host public forums

October 3, 2016

Berkeley County School District will host a series of eight public forum meetings, entitled Moving Berkeley Forward…A community that empowers every student for success. Community members who attend the forum…

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SMPS Palmetto Chapter elects 2016-2017 Board of Directors

October 3, 2016

The Society for Marketing Professional Services (SMPS) Palmetto Chapter has declared its 2016-2017 Board of Directors.  SMPS Palmetto is a community of marketing and business development professionals representing the A/E/C…

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Citadel among top five in nation on President’s Honor Roll for community service

October 3, 2016

The Citadel is now listed on the President’s Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll for the top five colleges and universities for civic service in America in the category of General…

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First Choice by Select Health rated the top medicaid plan in South Carolina

October 3, 2016

First Choice by Select Health of South Carolina, a member of the AmeriHealth Caritas Family of Companies, is the top-rated Medicaid health plan in the state for the second consecutive…

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Fisher Phillips Columbia Managing Partner elected to South Carolina Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors

October 3, 2016

Stephen Mitchell, managing partner of the Columbia office of Fisher Phillips, has been elected to the South Carolina Chamber of Commerce board of directors. The South Carolina Chamber of Commerce…

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Mandy Orzechowski named Dean of Tri-County’s Engineering and Industrial Technology Division

October 3, 2016

Mandy Orzechowski has been named dean of Tri-County Technical College’s Engineering and Industrial Technology Division.   She oversees the engineering, industrial and welding departments at the College. Orzechowski joined Tri-County…

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Sowell Gray, Robinson McFadden to merge

October 3, 2016

COLUMBIA, SC – Sowell Gray Stepp & Laffitte, LLC, and Robinson, McFadden and Moore, PC, two law firms with established reputations for excellence and commitment to corporate, insurance and business clients,…

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SCDOT to host alternatives public information meeting on I-20/26/126 Corridor Project

October 3, 2016

The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) invites the public to attend the Alternatives Public Information Meeting to learn more about alternatives being considered for the Carolina Crossroads I-20/26/126 Corridor…

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Alan Flusser Custom to host Bespoke Tailoring Trunk Show at November’s Colonial Cup Steeplechase

October 3, 2016

Alan Flusser Custom, the legendary thirty-year old custom tailoring shop, will be hosting a bespoke tailoring trunk show from Friday through Sunday, November 18-20, in the National Steeplechase Museum. The…

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United Way of the Midlands announces new flood recovery initiative, aims to triple number of homes repaired in the next year

October 3, 2016

Today United Way of the Midlands announced a new initiative, Restoring Hope, to bolster the ongoing flood recovery work in the Midlands. Restoring Hope aims to raise $2 million dollars…

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Lexington County School District One Board approves Gramling promotion and Huffines new hire

October 3, 2016

During the September 20, 2016 regular monthly meeting of the Lexington County School District One Board of Trustees, the board approved the promotion of Paul F. Gramling to network services…

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South Carolina United Ways continue to encourage everyone to support their communities one year after the flood

October 3, 2016

  The United Way Association of South Carolina (UWASC) and local United Ways across the state are remembering the 1000 Year Flood with the release of a new report and…

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South Carolina United Ways continue to encourage everyone to support their communities one year after the flood

October 3, 2016

The United Way Association of South Carolina (UWASC) and local United Ways across the state are remembering the 1000 Year Flood with the release of a new report and social…

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City of Columbia and Richland County receive Outstanding Planning Project – Multi-jurisdictional award from SCAPA

October 3, 2016

  The City of Columbia and Richland County were recently recognized by the SC Chapter of the American Planning Association (SCAPA) with the Outstanding Planning Project – Multi-jurisdictional award. Plan…

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City of Columbia and Richland County receive Outstanding Planning Project – Multi-jurisdictional award from SCAPA

October 3, 2016

  The City of Columbia and Richland County were recently recognized by the SC Chapter of the American Planning Association (SCAPA) with the Outstanding Planning Project – Multi-jurisdictional award. Plan…

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City of Columbia announces new hours for Customer Care Center

October 3, 2016

  The City of Columbia announced the new hours of operation for the Customer Care Center, effective September 30. To better serve the needs of callers, the Customer Care Center…

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McKay Firm paralegal, Heather Vardell, named President of United States Junior Chamber International

October 3, 2016

  McKay Firm paralegal, Heather Vardell was recently elected as the United States Junior Chamber International (JCI USA) National President. Heather was elected on September 24, 2016 in Detroit, Michigan…

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MUSC, BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina reach deal for network coverage

October 3, 2016

BCBSSC exchange and  BlueChoice HealthPlan Medicaid plan include MUSC in networks Oct. 1 MUSC Health services are now available to more BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina members as the organizations…

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MUSC, BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina reach deal for network coverage

October 3, 2016

BCBSSC exchange and  BlueChoice HealthPlan Medicaid plan include MUSC in networks Oct. 1 MUSC Health services are now available to more BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina members as the organizations…

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S.C. Chamber announces 2016-2017 Board of Directors

October 3, 2016

The South Carolina Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce its newly elected Executive Committee and Board of Directors for 2016-17, effective October 1, 2016. Executive Committee Barbara Melvin (Chairman) – As…

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S.C. Chamber announces 2016-2017 Board of Directors

October 3, 2016

The South Carolina Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce its newly elected Executive Committee and Board of Directors for 2016-17, effective October 1, 2016. Executive Committee Barbara Melvin (Chairman) – As…

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United Way commissions public art in partnership with One Columbia

October 3, 2016

One Columbia for Arts and History and United Way of the Midlands partnered to commission a set of sculptures in conjunction with the dedication of their Community Innovation Center. The…

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Lexington County School District One Board approves Gramling promotion and Huffines new hire

October 3, 2016

During the September 20, 2016 regular monthly meeting of the Lexington County School District One Board of Trustees, the board approved the promotion of Paul F. Gramling to network services…

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Sowell Gray, Robinson McFadden to merge

October 3, 2016

COLUMBIA, SC – Sowell Gray Stepp & Laffitte, LLC, and Robinson, McFadden and Moore, PC, two law firms with established reputations for excellence and commitment to corporate, insurance and business clients,…

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Women’s Rights and Empowerment Network (WREN) takes off with series of October events

October 3, 2016

The Women’s Rights and Empowerment Network, or WREN, will make its official debut with launch events October 6 in Columbia, October 13 in Charleston and October 27 in Greenville. The…

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Holy Cross Pumpkin Patch kicks off 10th season in downtown Simpsonville

October 2, 2016

The Holy Cross Pumpkin Patch will begin its 2016 season on Saturday, October 1, marking the patch’s 10-year anniversary in downtown Simpsonville. What began a decade ago as a ministry…

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SC Arts Commission invites artists to apply for $5,000 fellowships

October 2, 2016

South Carolina artists working in visual arts, craft, media screenwriting and media production may apply for a 2017-2018 Individual Artist Fellowship Award from the South Carolina Arts Commission. One fellowship…

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United States District Court dismisses Carolina Water Service lawsuit against Town of Lexington  

October 2, 2016

The Honorable Margaret B. Seymour, United States District Court, has dismissed the lawsuit filed by Carolina Water Service (CWS) based on the motions from the Town of Lexington and Environmental…

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Q+ Architects welcomes Brandon Brazell

October 1, 2016

COLUMBIA, SC – Quackenbush Architects + Planners is pleased to welcome Brandon Brazell to the firm as a Marketing Graphic Designer. Brazell graduated in May 2016 from the University of South Carolina…

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SC Arts Commission invites artists to apply for $5,000 fellowships

October 1, 2016

South Carolina artists working in visual arts, craft, media screenwriting and media production may apply for a 2017-2018 Individual Artist Fellowship Award from the South Carolina Arts Commission. One fellowship…

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Teach For America welcomes more teachers with ties to South Carolina this fall

October 1, 2016

This fall, Teach For America welcomes a new teaching corps among whom 60 percent have ties to South Carolina, triple the rate of last year’s corps. The increase in corps…

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Teach For America welcomes more teachers with ties to South Carolina this fall

October 1, 2016

This fall, Teach For America welcomes a new teaching corps among whom 60 percent have ties to South Carolina, triple the rate of last year’s corps. The increase in corps…

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Richland One Educator Nominated for National LifeChanger of the Year Award

October 1, 2016

COLUMBIA, SC – Heyward Career and Technology Center teacher Melva Kennedy has been nominated for the 2016-17 National LifeChanger of the Year Award. Sponsored by the National Life Group Foundation,…

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African-American tourism on rise in South Carolina after removal of Confederate flag

October 1, 2016

African-American tourists are responsible for a whopping $2.4 billion in economic impact for South Carolina, and that number is rising since the removal of the Confederate flag from the Statehouse…

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SC Arts Commission invites artists to apply for $5,000 fellowships

October 1, 2016

South Carolina artists working in visual arts, craft, media screenwriting and media production may apply for a 2017-2018 Individual Artist Fellowship Award from the South Carolina Arts Commission. One fellowship…

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Shem Creek Bar and Grill celebrates 32 years of serving seafood in the Lowcountry

September 30, 2016

It’s been a little over 32 years since Shem Creek Bar and Grill opened its doors and made a name for themselves as one of Shem Creek’s landmark restaurants. Nestled…

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The Allstate Foundation awards YMCA of Greenville $30,000 grant

September 30, 2016

The YMCA of Greenville was recently awarded a grant from The Allstate Foundation to support the Y’s youth and wellness programs. The $30,000 grant is dedicated to for The YMCA…

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Buchanan completes bakery building – first historic building at Bull Street to be occupied

September 30, 2016

Adaptive reuse proved to be a successful strategy as Buchanan Construction Services remodeled the 4,700 square foot bakery building, part of the BullStreet development.  The first historic building in BullStreet…

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EngenuitySC and Nephron Pharmaceuticals launch $5,000 Ignite! 2016 Ideas Contest for local entrepreneurs

September 30, 2016

Oct. 24 deadline Annual Ignite! celebration and entrepreneurship contest serve as platform for innovative ideas for positive growth in the Midlands of South Carolina EngenuitySC and Nephron Pharmaceuticals are seeking…

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Studio 2LR, Inc. Architecture + Interiors welcomes public to Open House

September 30, 2016

Studio 2LR, an architecture and interior design firm with an emphasis on contemporary design, will be hosting a public Open House at their new offices located at 2428 Main Street…

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Landmark Builders hires Assistant Project Manager

September 30, 2016

Landmark Builders announced that Michael Miller has joined the as Assistant Project Manager. Michael will be responsible for assisting and supporting the Project Manager and Field Staff in technical day…

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