The SC State Fair announces free concert for opening day – Aloe Blacc performs FREE Oct.12th

September 21, 2016

Grammy nominated, Aloe Blacc will now kickoff the South Carolina State Fair’s concert lineup on October 12th at 7pm for FREE. In addition to a free concert, the fair offers…

County of Lexington proposing expansion of the Neighborhood Appearance District to four additional Council Districts

September 21, 2016

An ordinance to add four additional Council Districts to the Neighborhood Appearance District (N.A.D.)will be discussed at an open Public Hearing during the Sept. 27, 2016 Lexington County Council meeting.…

Unemployment rate falls to 5.1%, fourth consecutive monthly drop

September 21, 2016

South Carolina’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate dropped for the fourth consecutive month to 5.1 percent in August from 5.2 percent in July. Unemployment fell by 3,856 people to 116,998. Employment…

Unemployment rate falls to 5.1%, fourth consecutive monthly drop

September 21, 2016

South Carolina’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate dropped for the fourth consecutive month to 5.1 percent in August from 5.2 percent in July. Unemployment fell by 3,856 people to 116,998. Employment…

Midlands Technical College offers opportunity for former ITT Tech students

September 21, 2016

Midlands Technical College is inviting former ITT Tech students to an information session to learn about MTC’s 120+ academic and career programs, see what financial aid options might be available,…

Woodlands at Furman raises funds for Alzheimer’s Association through A Day to Remember

September 21, 2016

The Woodlands at Furman will host A Day To Remember, a day of events commemorating World Alzheimer’s Day, on Wednesday, September 21. All proceeds from each event will be donated…

Caroline Blouin joins the Augusta Road office of C. Dan Joyner, Realtors

September 21, 2016

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announced that Caroline Blouin has joined the company’s Augusta Road office as a sales associate. Blouin received bachelor’s and master’s degrees in English…

Adam Artigliere appointed to Rebuild Upstate Board

September 21, 2016

McNair Law Firm announced attorney Adam Artigliere has been appointed to the Rebuild Upstate Board of Directors. Artigliere will serve in this role through 2018. Adam has been a consistent…

iTs|SC plans careers in insurance mixer for Midlands students

September 21, 2016

iTs|SC: Columbia’s Insurance Technology & Services Cluster will host a Careers in Insurance mixer for students in the Midlands as well as recent graduates. The mixer, to be held on…

Walmart hourly associates in S.C. earn more than $4 million in cash bonuses

September 21, 2016

As part of Walmart’s continued focus on improving and enhancing the store experience for associates and customers, the company recently awarded $4.1 million in second quarter cash bonuses to more…

BCSD exceeds aggressive student enrollment projections

September 20, 2016

Berkeley County School District (BCSD) continues to experience significant growth in student enrollment, increasing by 755 students from last year to this year. The 2016-2017 Day 10 Attendance Count totaled…

Smith Moore Leatherwood’s website awarded WebAward 2016 legal standard of excellence

September 20, 2016

Smith Moore Leatherwood’s website redesign has been recognized with a 2016 Legal Standard of Excellence WebAward by the Web Marketing Association. This is the third award the firm has received…

HRP Associates hires Anthony Hermann as Project Geologist

September 20, 2016

HRP Associates Inc. (HRP), an environmental engineering and hydrogeology firm in Greenville, announces the hiring of Anthony Hermann as project geologist.   “I look forward to the opportunity to serve…

Ameris Bank Mortgage Services – Welcomes De’Laine Law as New Mortgage Banker

September 20, 2016

Ameris Bank Mortgage Services is pleased to announce that De’Laine Law has joined the Ameris Bank team. As a Mortgage Banker, De’Laine will be responsible for growing Ameris Bank’s Mortgage…

Mayor Benjamin, Richland Library, Parks and Recreation to launch Books 2 Boys initiative

September 20, 2016

Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin, in collaboration with the Richland Library and City of Columbia Parks and Recreation, will kick-off the Mayor’s Books 2 Boys initiative at 4 p.m. onSept. 27…

All 24,000 Richland One students to get library cards/accounts

September 20, 2016

Richland One and Richland Library are partners in a nationwide initiative that will provide library cards/accounts to all 24,000 students in the district. Details of the project, which is part…

Mayor Benjamin welcomes new Mayor’s Fellows to City Hall

September 20, 2016

Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin welcomes twelve students this fall to the Mayor’s Fellows program. The program provides both undergraduate and graduate-level students with the opportunity to gain first-hand knowledge of…

County of Lexington proposing expansion of the Neighborhood Appearance District to four additional Council Districts

September 20, 2016

An ordinance to add four additional Council Districts to the Neighborhood Appearance District (N.A.D.) will be discussed at an open Public Hearing during the Sept. 27, 2016 Lexington County Council…

McNair selects Michael Weaver to lead Columbia office

September 20, 2016

McNair Law Firm announced that Michael Weaver has been selected to lead the firm’s Columbia office. “Michael represents the best of McNair – in his extraordinary commitment to both client…

Dr. Pastides’ State of the University speech

September 20, 2016

University of South Carolina President Harris Pastides delivered his annual State of the University address to the community on September 14.       Thank you and good morning to all.…

Dr. Pastides’ State of the University speech

September 20, 2016

University of South Carolina President Harris Pastides delivered his annual State of the University address to the community on September 14.       Thank you and good morning to all.…

Pawmetto Lifeline hosts 10th Annual Fur Ball Moonlight Gala, raising funds for homeless pets in South Carolina

September 20, 2016

Pawmetto Lifeline, a local animal shelter committed to reducing pet overpopulation in the Midlands, will host the 10th Annual Fur Ball Moonlight Gala, at 7pm on Saturday, October 15th at…

Mashburn Construction celebrates anniversary

September 20, 2016

Mashburn Construction has been celebrating all year, but officially, the company is 40 years old today September 20, 2016. In 1962, Harry Mashburn sat in class at NC State University…

Mashburn Construction celebrates anniversary

September 20, 2016

Mashburn Construction has been celebrating all year, but officially, the company is 40 years old today September 20, 2016. In 1962, Harry Mashburn sat in class at NC State University…

McNair selects Michael Weaver to lead Columbia office

September 20, 2016

McNair Law Firm announced that Michael Weaver has been selected to lead the firm’s Columbia office. “Michael represents the best of McNair – in his extraordinary commitment to both client…

Pawmetto Lifeline hosts 10th Annual Fur Ball Moonlight Gala, raising funds for homeless pets in South Carolina

September 20, 2016

Pawmetto Lifeline, a local animal shelter committed to reducing pet overpopulation in the Midlands, will host the 10th Annual Fur Ball Moonlight Gala, at 7pm on Saturday, October 15th at…

Kids Teeth launches annual calendar contest featuring patients’ drawings

September 19, 2016

Mount Pleasant pediatric dental office Kids Teeth is asking its patients for help creating a 2017 calendar. Current Kids Teeth patients are invited to submit an original drawing for consideration…

Palmetto Woodturners transforming beautiful wood into meals for families

September 19, 2016

The Palmetto Woodturners, part of the American Association of Woodturners, is hosting Bowls for the Hungry for Harvest Hope Food Bank on Thursday, September 29 at the Hall at Senate’s…

Palmetto Woodturners transforming beautiful wood into meals for families

September 19, 2016

The Palmetto Woodturners, part of the American Association of Woodturners, is hosting Bowls for the Hungry for Harvest Hope Food Bank on Thursday, September 29 at the Hall at Senate’s…

Lee & Associates Charleston Represented both the Buyer and Seller in the 3.95 Acre Sale in North Charleston, SC

September 19, 2016

Lee & Associates Charleston’s Milton Thomas, CCIM, SIOR, represented the Seller, Rogers Investment Co. in the sale of a 3.95 Acre Tract located on Ladson Road, North Charleston, South Carolina. Will…

Lee & Associates Charleston Represented the Seller in the Sale of 3,247 SF Office Condo in Charleston, SC

September 19, 2016

Lee & Associates Charleston’s Bob Nuttall, SIOR, CPM and Lindsey Halter represented the Seller, Mooring Capital Fund, LLC, in the sale of a 3,247 SF office condo located at 1470…

Building Industry Association names Joe Wilson a Defender of Housing

September 19, 2016

Joe Wilson, Member of Congress for the Second Congressional District of South Carolina (R), will be honored onOctober 11, 2016, by the Building Industry Association (BIA) of Central South Carolina…

2016 Columbia Choice Awards call for entries

September 19, 2016

These prestigious awards recognize individuals, businesses, neighborhoods and organizations whose work has significantly enhanced the appearance and quality of life of Columbia’s environment. Awards will be given in six categories:…

Councilwoman Tameika Isaac Devine selected to participate in Knight Foundation 2016 Copenhagen study tour

September 19, 2016

Councilwoman Tameika Isaac Devine was extended a special invitation to participate in a five day, annual study tour of Copenhagen, the Danish capital, a city that consistently ranks in the…

Member Wins $10,000 during huge HELOC promotion

September 19, 2016

Founders Federal Credit presented a check in the amount of $10,000 to Christopher and Beth Johnson on Thursday, September 15, at Founders Gold Hill Road Office. The Johnsons won the…

Future Scholar 529 College Savings Plan — The “Smart, Easy Way” to Save

September 19, 2016

September is National College Savings Month, and Treasurer Curtis Loftis wants to increase awareness among South Carolina families about the importance of saving early for college with a 529 plan.…

Future Scholar 529 College Savings Plan — The “Smart, Easy Way” to Save

September 19, 2016

September is National College Savings Month, and Treasurer Curtis Loftis wants to increase awareness among South Carolina families about the importance of saving early for college with a 529 plan.…

Coker College announces Criminology Bridge Program partnership with Northeastern Technical College

September 19, 2016

Coker College has partnered with Northeastern Technical College (NETC) in Cheraw, S.C., to offer a Criminology Bridge Program for NETC students. Scheduled to begin in the spring of 2017, the program will…

SC Aerospace names new board members

September 19, 2016

Steve Prout of Solar Atmospheres, Todd Sharpley of GKN, and Paul V. Kumler of KTM Solutions have joined the Advisory Board for SC Aerospace.  The Board is comprised of industry…

SC Aerospace names new board members

September 19, 2016

Steve Prout of Solar Atmospheres, Todd Sharpley of GKN, and Paul V. Kumler of KTM Solutions have joined the Advisory Board for SC Aerospace.  The Board is comprised of industry…

Denise A. Parrett and Hope Roberts join the Anderson office of C. Dan Joyner, Realtors

September 19, 2016

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announced that Denise A. Parrett and Hope Roberts have joined the company’s Anderson office as sales associates. Parrett graduated from Northern Kentucky University…

Make it an even dozen: Duke Energy economic development team honored by Site Selection magazine — again

September 19, 2016

For the 12th consecutive year, Duke Energy has been named to Site Selection magazine’s annual list of “Top Utilities in Economic Development.” In the magazine’s September edition, it credits Duke…

Southern Wesleyan University selects Crawford Strategy as agency of record

September 19, 2016

Crawford Strategy, a full service marketing and communications firm, has recently been selected by Southern Wesleyan University to develop and execute a marketing strategy to promote the university’s adult and…

Who’s Who in Luxury Real Estate expands South Carolina reach with Wilson Associates in Greenville

September 19, 2016

Boasting an already strong presence in the Southeast region of the United States, the Who’s Who in Luxury Real Estate network continues to grow and flourish with the newest addition…

Museum & Gallery offers free admission for Smithsonian Museum Day Live!

September 19, 2016

The Museum & Gallery participates in the annual free admission on Saturday, September 24, as part of Smithsonian magazine’s Museum Day Live! nationwide event. Museum patrons receive two free admissions…

Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s® helps reclaim the future for millions

September 19, 2016

The Alzheimer’s Association is inviting all Upstate area residents to unite in a movement to reclaim the future for millions by participating in the Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s®.…

Furman Political Science Professor Malici coauthors new book about U.S. Iran relations

September 19, 2016

Furman Political Science Professor Akan Malici has coauthored a new book about United States-Iran relations. The book, Role Theory and Role Conflict in U.S.-Iran Relations: Enemies of Our Own Making…

SC Technical College System names new president

September 19, 2016

COLUMBIA, SC – The State Board for Technical and Comprehensive Education has named Dr. Tim Hardee to be the next president and executive director of the SC Technical College System.…

SC Technical College System names new president

September 19, 2016

COLUMBIA, SC – The State Board for Technical and Comprehensive Education has named Dr. Tim Hardee to be the next president and executive director of the SC Technical College System.…

Reedy Reels film schedule announced at kickoff party

September 19, 2016

The Reedy Reels Film Festival kickoff party included the unveiling of the two-day event’s schedule of film categories. The festival will be held Friday, November 4 and Saturday, November 5…