Judge Casey Manning to give keynote at Kids’ Chance of South Carolina Gala

February 10, 2016

Judge Casey Manning of S.C.’s Fifth Judicial Circuit will give the keynote address to members of the state’s legal and medical communities at the annual gala for Kids’ Chance of…

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John Denver Tribute comes to Camden, SC

February 10, 2016

A fundraiser for the Habitat for Humanity of Kershaw County The Fine Arts Center of Kershaw County (FAC) is proud to be a producing sponsor for this special fundraising event…

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NAI Avant arranges lease renewals on ±12,613 SF of suburban office space

February 10, 2016

NAI Avant senior broker Roger Winn represented the landlord in multiple lease renewals at Parklane Centre in Columbia, SC. The tenant, SC Department of Health and Human Services, renewed four…

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Cupcakes to sandwiches

February 10, 2016

SWEET: A Cupcake Company will add gourmet sandwiches to its gourmet cupcake and specialty cake lineup beginning Mar. 1. “Just in time for spring,” says Kemperlyn Graham, who – along…

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Five Points continues Centennial celebrations with documentary short video, more beautification projects

February 10, 2016

New restaurants and retail shops add sparkle to popular leisure district   Five Points’ 100th birthday initiatives have been so fruitful, and growth in the dining and retail sectors has…

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John Denver Tribute comes to Camden, SC

February 10, 2016

A fundraiser for the Habitat for Humanity of Kershaw County The Fine Arts Center of Kershaw County (FAC) is proud to be a producing sponsor for this special fundraising event…

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Judge Casey Manning to give keynote at Kids’ Chance of South Carolina Gala

February 10, 2016

Judge Casey Manning of S.C.’s Fifth Judicial Circuit will give the keynote address to members of the state’s legal and medical communities at the annual gala for Kids’ Chance of…

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NAI Avant arranges lease renewals on ±12,613 SF of suburban office space

February 10, 2016

NAI Avant senior broker Roger Winn represented the landlord in multiple lease renewals at Parklane Centre in Columbia, SC. The tenant, SC Department of Health and Human Services, renewed four…

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Lee Haynsworth joins Coldwell Banker Caine in Greenville

February 9, 2016

Coldwell Banker Caine recently welcomed Lee Haynsworth as a residential sales agent to its Greenville office. Lee joins Coldwell Banker Caine with a background as a paralegal for Resurgent Capital…

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U.S. Engine Valve donation

February 9, 2016

U.S. Engine Valve/Nittan Valve made a $20,000 donation to the Tri-County Technical College Foundation to purchase two DEPCO ER2U robots for the Corporate and Community Education Division’s Mechatronics program.  …

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Local Harley-Davidson® Dealer recognized for outstanding performance

February 9, 2016

Harley Haven was awarded with the Harley-Davidson Motor Company prestigious Gold Bar & Shield Circle of Excellence Award for the 2015 calendar year. This award is presented to the top…

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The Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina recently selected two Benedict College students for their 2016 President’s Fellow Program

February 9, 2016

Fellows are exposed to all aspects of philanthropy including grantmaking, financial management, community building, public policy and issue driven initiatives. “The President’s Fellows Program gives the Foundation an opportunity to…

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Doug Bridges named REALTOR® of the Year

February 9, 2016

Central Carolina REALTORS® Association of South Carolina recently named Doug Bridges 2015 REALTOR® of the Year. Mr. Bridges from Coldwell Banker United, REALTORS accepted the prestigious honor along with his…

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Williamson honored as State Employee of the Year by S.C. Association of Regional Councils of Government

February 9, 2016

The S.C. Association of Regional Councils of Government named James C. “Jimmie” Williamson, Ph.D., president of the SC Technical College System, as State Employee of the Year. Williamson was recognized…

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Williamson honored as State Employee of the Year by S.C. Association of Regional Councils of Government

February 9, 2016

The S.C. Association of Regional Councils of Government named James C. “Jimmie” Williamson, Ph.D., president of the SC Technical College System, as State Employee of the Year. Williamson was recognized…

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NAI Avant procures industrial lease in Columbia, SC

February 9, 2016

NAI Avant senior brokers Gerald Steele and Macon Lovelace facilitated leasing 110 Leventis Drive in Columbia. The industrial building is ±9,060 square feet. The property was leased to Hinson Cabinet…

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NAI Avant procures industrial lease in Columbia, SC

February 9, 2016

NAI Avant senior brokers Gerald Steele and Macon Lovelace facilitated leasing 110 Leventis Drive in Columbia. The industrial building is ±9,060 square feet. The property was leased to Hinson Cabinet…

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Richland Penny Opens Section of the Innovista Phase One Project to the Public

February 8, 2016

LAD Corporation, the contractor for the Innovista Phase One Project, has opened up a portion of the project to the public today. The section of Greene Street between Assembly Street…

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City of Columbia Parks and Recreation Department provides updates on parks, facilities damaged during October flood

February 8, 2016

The City of Columbia Parks and Recreation Department continues repairs at several parks and facilities that were damaged during the October 2015 flood. Below is an update on the repair…

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Good Done Great launches the only fully unified corporate social responsibility technology suite

February 8, 2016

The cloud-based platform enables Fortune 1000 companies to execute engaging employee giving, volunteer and corporate grant programs and initiatives through one platform. “Until now, corporations wanting to unify their CSR…

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Ameris Bank announces Peggy Small as Mt. Pleasant Branch Manager

February 8, 2016

Ameris Bank has named Peggy Small as branch manager of the Mt. Pleasant location. In this role she will build and maintain banking relationships in the Mt. Pleasant area and…

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Local works companies thrive from bustling cowork space

February 8, 2016

One and a half years after launch, Lowcountry Local First has announced the annual revenue of the 42 entrepreneurs in the organization’s Local Works coworking space exceeds $16,000,000. The space…

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The Beach Company celebrates 70th anniversary by supporting Memminger Elementary reading programs

February 8, 2016

The Beach Company has partnered with Memminger Elementary School in Charleston, to promote literacy by providing mentorship to students, donating books to the school library and building a special “book…

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GSP welcomes Outstanding Hospitality Management

February 8, 2016

GSP Airport District officials announce Outstanding Hospitality Management (OHM) as the new food and beverage operators for R.J. Rockers Flight Room and Thomas Creek Grill currently operating at GSP International…

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Grainger Generating Station stacks fall

February 8, 2016

Santee Cooper brought down Grainger Generating Station’s two, 300-foot stacks, the final significant structures to be removed in the ongoing dismantling of the station and a significant symbol of Santee…

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Deborah McKetty named to Federal Reserve Bank Community Investment Council

February 8, 2016

Deborah McKetty, the executive director of CommunityWorks, was recently named to the Community Investment Council of the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond. McKetty was selected based on her expertise and…

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Sandlapper Capital Investments, LLC closes acquisition of three Florida properties, launches syndicated portfolio for accredited investors

February 8, 2016

Sandlapper Capital Investments, LLC (“Sandlapper”) announced today it has closed three mixed-use office and industrial properties in Longwood, Lakeland and Melbourne, Florida for an undisclosed price. The properties are made…

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DHEC awards eight South Carolina Schools as Champions of the Environment

February 8, 2016

Eight schools won grants to support innovative efforts to educate the next generation of environmental stewards, the S.C. Department of Health and Environmental Control announced today. From building bird sanctuaries…

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DHEC awards eight South Carolina Schools as Champions of the Environment

February 8, 2016

The S.C. Department of Health and Environmental Control announced eight schools won grants to support innovative efforts to educate the next generation of environmental stewards. . From building bird sanctuaries…

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United Way of the Midlands invests $300,000 into new housing rebuild and repair initiatives

February 8, 2016

United Way of the Midlands is investing $300,000 in new housing rebuild and repair initiatives for flood damaged homes throughout the Midlands. Funds will be distributed to non-profit organizations and…

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Lexington resident Dr. Rod Walters invited to lead NFL Seminar on Concussion Management

February 8, 2016

Rod Walters, certified athletic trainer and former University of South Carolina Assistant Athletic Director for Sports Medicine has been invited by the Professional Football Athletic Trainers Association to provide an…

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SCE&G to test Lake Murray Dam inundation sirens

February 8, 2016

SCE&G will conduct an annual test of its Lake Murray Dam inundation sirens on Tuesday, Feb. 9 at noon. The sirens will sound for approximately three minutes. In the unlikely…

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National Parks maintenance backlog reaches $11.9 billion

February 8, 2016

The National Park Service (NPS) this week released its Fiscal Year 2015 deferred maintenance statistics for national parks. The $11.9 billion nationwide total was up from the $11.49 billion reported…

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Richland One School Improvement Council Honored

February 8, 2016

The School Improvement Council (SIC) of Meadowfield Elementary School has been named to the South Carolina School Improvement Council’s 2016 Honor Roll. Ten Honor Roll SICs are recognized for their…

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Richland One seeking public input on redrawing boundaries of school board single-member voting districts

February 8, 2016

Richland County School District One is currently redrawing the boundary lines for the school board’s four single-member voting districts. The seven members of the Richland County School District One Board…

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Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Columbia board announces new Case Manager

February 8, 2016

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Columbia is excited to have Courtney Fisher join the agency as a Case Manager. In her new role, Courtney will have the opportunity to…

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Suzy Haynsworth joins Coldwell Banker Caine in Greenville

February 8, 2016

Coldwell Banker Caine recently welcomed Suzy Haynsworth as a residential sales agent to its Greenville office. Suzy joins Coldwell Banker Caine with a background in insurance and law as Assistant…

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Ten at the Top to host The Pique, Young Leaders Elevating the Upstate on March 7th

February 8, 2016

Ten at the Top (TATT) will host the PIQUE, an event focusing on the collaboration and connection of young professionals in the ten county Upstate, which includes Abbeville, Anderson, Cherokee,…

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Berkeley County Schools’ Rookie Teachers of the Year

February 8, 2016

Schools in Berkeley County School District have chosen their Rookie Teachers of the Year.   Rookie Teachers of the Year are nominated by their school principal based on the following…

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Dreher High School girls’ soccer coach receives National Coach of the Year Award

February 8, 2016

Coach David Kleinfelder, Dreher High School’s varsity girls’ soccer coach, has been named the 2015 Soccer Coach of the Year by the National Federation of State High School Coaches Association…

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Nominations sought for award named in honor of local civil rights icon

February 8, 2016

Richland County and several community partners are seeking nominations for the Modjeska Monteith Simkins Award to recognize residents’ efforts in the areas of civil rights and social justice. The first-time…

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South Carolina Officers trained on anti-meth technology

February 8, 2016

This week, the South Carolina Law Enforcement Officers Association (SCLEOA), in conjunction with Appriss, conducted three trainings across the state on the National Precursor Log Exchange (NPLEx), which is the…

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Darlington Raceway receives “Community Pride” Award from Greater Darlington Chamber of Commerce

February 8, 2016

On Thursday evening (Feb. 4), Darlington Raceway was named the recipient of the 2016 ‘Community Pride’ Award at the annual Greater Darlington Chamber of Commerce Awards Banquet, held at the…

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Emmanuel’s Hammer hosts Builder’s Breakfast featuring USC Football Chaplin

February 8, 2016

Emmanuel’s Hammer, a nonprofit, faith-based organization providing home rehabilitation services for homeowners in need, is hosting their annual Builder’s Breakfast on Thursday, February 18, 2016 at 7:15 AM. The event,…

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Columbia Women for Bernie Sanders community meeting

February 8, 2016

Why is Bernie Sanders the best candidate for women? An energetic and growing number of women will vote for Bernie in 2016 because of his progressive agenda on issues that…

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Waste Pesticide Disposal collection dates & locations set

February 8, 2016

Waste Pesticide Disposal Program dates and locations are set for February 2016. The South Carolina Department of Agriculture (SCDA) is offering several opportunities to safely dispose of outdated, unusable or…

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Young people are lifting the spirits of Midlands-area seniors with Valentine’s Day cards

February 8, 2016

DoSomething.org and Meals on Wheels America join forces for third annual Love Letters campaign   This month, Midlands-area seniors are receiving handmade Valentine’s Day cards created by youth volunteers from…

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Volta Pro receives “A” rating from Cadalyst

February 8, 2016

Computer Direct Outlet’s Volta Pro product line recently received an “A” rating from Cadalyst Magazine. The Volta Pro features Intel Core i7 and Xeon CPUs, the fastest available SSDs, and…

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Richland Penny opens section of the Innovista Phase One Project to the public

February 8, 2016

LAD Corporation, the contractor for the Innovista Phase One Project, has opened up a portion of the project to the public today. The section of Greene Street between Assembly Street…

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Todd Davidson to serve as General Counsel of Greenville Chamber Board

February 8, 2016

Nexsen Pruet attorney Todd Davidson has been named to the Board of Directors of the Greenville Chamber of Commerce for 2016. In that role, he will also serve as General…

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