NAI Avant closes ±.94 acre land sale in Chapin

October 5, 2016

NAI Avant senior broker Gerald Steele recently represented the seller, Estate of Cholie Rauch Slice, in the sale transaction at 401 Lexington Avenue in Chapin. The ±.94 acre property was…

Community Icon, First Reliance Bank, named among top 1% most extraordinary banks in U.S.A

October 5, 2016

First Reliance Bank, a local Florence icon, was just named among the top 1 percent most extraordinary banks in the United States by The Institute for Extraordinary Banking™. First Reliance…

NAI Avant closes ±.94 acre land sale in Chapin

October 5, 2016

NAI Avant senior broker Gerald Steele recently represented the seller, Estate of Cholie Rauch Slice, in the sale transaction at 401 Lexington Avenue in Chapin. The ±.94 acre property was…

Palmetto Agribusiness Council names new CEO

October 5, 2016

Palmetto Agribusiness Council (PABC) has announced the selection of Ronald L. Summers as the new Chief Executive Officer. He will succeed current CEO Cathy Novinger, who is leaving the organization…

Richland County Sheriff’s Dept. recognized for service during 2015 flood event

October 5, 2016

Sheriff Lott and the RCSD honored on the first anniversary of the disastrous flooding COLUMBIA, S.C. – Sheriff Leon Lott and the Richland County Sheriff’s Dept. (RCSD) were recognized today…

I-77 Alliance begins regional workforce alignment phase with key roundtable interviews

October 4, 2016

The South Carolina I-77 Alliance is set to commence the Workforce Alignment phase of their Regional Workforce Study by conducting roundtable interviews on October 11-12 with key employers, technical colleges,…

SCSBA names Upchurch & Jowers Insurance Agency Champion for Public Education

October 4, 2016

The South Carolina School Boards Association (SCSBA) will honor the Upchurch & Jowers Insurance Agency with a Champions for Public Education Award on Tuesday, October 4, during the Kershaw County…

SCSBA names Upchurch & Jowers Insurance Agency Champion for Public Education

October 4, 2016

The South Carolina School Boards Association (SCSBA) will honor the Upchurch & Jowers Insurance Agency with a Champions for Public Education Award on Tuesday, October 4, during the Kershaw County…

Lexington Medical Center begins offering dissolvable heart stents for patients with coronary artery disease: Hospital is first in the Midlands with this advanced cardiac technology

October 4, 2016

Lexington Medical Center has become the first hospital in the Midlands to offer patients with coronary artery disease a first-of-its-kind fully dissolving heart stent. Called the most significant advancement in…

Barnes & Noble Midtown at Forest Acres Celebrates Pre-K-12 Teachers & Administrators during fall Educator Appreciation Days, October 8-16

October 4, 2016

Barnes & Noble Midtown at Forest Acres today announced that it will once again host its Fall Educator Appreciation Days from Saturday, October 8, through Sunday, October 16.  Barnes &…

Riverbanks scares up a fall favorite

October 4, 2016

Treat your family to 10 wild nights of Halloween fun with the return of Boo at the Zoo at Riverbanks Zoo and Garden on Friday, October 21. The spooktacular event…

Football fans invited to FREE Certified SC Grown tailgate October 8

October 4, 2016

Before the South Carolina Gamecocks and the Georgia Bulldogs face off this Saturday, come visit the South Carolina Department of Agriculture’s annual Certified SC Grown tailgate, October 8 from 3:00…

District Five SAT scores rank among the top in the state

October 4, 2016

Lexington-Richland School District Five ranks first in the percentage of its students taking the SAT examination and has the second highest ranking in South Carolina for overall student scores. “To…

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…

SCDOT provides lane reversal route information

October 4, 2016

​The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) is providing the following information about the highways where lane reversals will be used as part of the coastal evacuation as Hurricane Matthew…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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,…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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,…

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…