First Reliance Bank offers 7 tips to avoid online fraud

May 25, 2016

Every year, millions of consumers fall victim to cybercrime. According to the FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center, in 2014, consumers lost more than $800 million from scams initiated through the…

NAI Avant closes ±5.75 acre prime infill development corner

May 25, 2016

NAI Avant’s Director of Retail Services, Patrick Palmer, CCIM, recently represented the seller, First Palmer Trust, in the sale of ±5.75 acres of land at Trenholm Road Extension and Oneil…

The Marchant Company recognizes agents for excellent performance in April 2016

May 24, 2016

The Marchant Company, the Upstate’s local “Signature Agency” in Real Estate, representing buyers and sellers of residential, land, and commercial properties, recognized select REALTORS® for outstanding performance through April 2016.…

Nason Company expanding Oconee County operations

May 24, 2016

Expansion Will Bring $2.5 Million In New Investment To The Upstate Nason Company, a manufacturer of electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic components, is expanding its operations in Oconee County. The expansion…

Nason Company expanding Oconee County operations

May 24, 2016

Expansion Will Bring $2.5 Million In New Investment To The Upstate Nason Company, a manufacturer of electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic components, is expanding its operations in Oconee County. The expansion…

Steve Sumner speaks at Law Week

May 24, 2016

DUI lawyer Steve Sumner was recently the featured speaker at the Greenville County Bar Association’s “Law Week Luncheon” on April 25th.  The event was held at the Poinsett Club. Sumner…

Insurance Applications Group ranked #2 in the U.S.

May 24, 2016

Employee Benefit Advisor (EBA), the nation’s leading online source of benefit news to the broker and advisor community, has recognized Insurance Applications Group Inc. (IAG) of Greenville, S.C. as the…

Furman Undergraduate Kelsey Orr selected for Thomas R. Pickering Foreign Affairs Fellowship Program

May 24, 2016

Kelsey Orr, a rising senior at Furman University, is one of 10 undergraduates from across the country to be selected as a 2016 Thomas R. Pickering Foreign Affairs Fellow. Managed…

Furmans Classics professor Blackwell collaborates with Leipzig University, recipient of Andrew W. Mellon Foundation Grant

May 24, 2016

Furman University Classics professor Dr. Christopher W. Blackwell will collaborate with faculty at Leipzig University (Germany), which was awarded a $204,000 grant from the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation. The grant…

O’Neal Inc. Hires Structural Engineer

May 24, 2016

O’Neal Inc., a Greenville-based integrated design and construction firm, has hired Paul Christopher as Structural Engineer. Christopher has more than 15 years of structural engineering experience. He previously worked for…

Dominion supports American Red Cross Home Fire Campaign

May 24, 2016

Smoke Alarms installed by Red Cross and partners have saved 11 lives in South Carolina since December The American Red Cross announced that the Dominion Foundation, on behalf of Dominion…

Upcoming Summit to teach improving relationships between Law Enforcement, Communities, Students

May 24, 2016

Strengthening positive relationships between law enforcement agencies and the youth and communities they protect is the focus of an upcoming two-day seminar in Richland County. Moving Forward Together: A National…

Lourie Center offers water aerobics at Maxcy Gregg Pool

May 24, 2016

COLUMBIA, SC – The Lourie Center is offering a summer water aerobics program for adults, in cooperation with Maxcy Gregg Pool. Classes begin Tuesday May 31 and will meet until…

EdVenture launches Military Appreciation Days May 30th, July 4th and November 11th

May 24, 2016

COLUMBIA, SC – EdVenture Children’s Museum will host Military Appreciation Days on May 30, July 4 and November 11th offering free admission to all military members and dependents. The three days…

Irmo Middle School receives research grant from Lowes for Monarch Migration

May 24, 2016

IRMO, SC – Irmo Middle School (IMS) has received a $2,425.00 Lowe’s Toolbox for Education grant for students to continue their research project titled Monarch and Milkweed Migration. The grant…

City of Columbia Parks and Recreation Department’s 2016 Senior Trips Program

May 24, 2016

COLUMBIA, SC – The City of Columbia Parks and Recreation Department invites adults age 50 and older to explore several fun and exciting locations during the 2016 Senior Trips program.…

Robinson McFadden attorney Metzger elected to Meritas Board of Directors

May 24, 2016

COLUMBIA, SC – Robinson McFadden is pleased to announce that R. William (“Bill”) Metzger has been elected to a 3 year term to the Board of Directors and named Chair…

Carolina Women’s Physical Therapy begins “Mommy Rehab” pain management program for new and expectant mothers

May 24, 2016

Pregnancy is one of the biggest physical changes that a woman’s body can go through. Everything from hormonal changes to altered postures can cause pain. That’s why Carolina Women’s Physical…

Walmart marks anniversary of Veterans Welcome Home Commitment with announcement of 3,387 veteran hires in South Carolina

May 24, 2016

Today, Walmart announced it has hired 130,828 veterans since it announced its Veterans Welcome Home Commitment in May 2013*, including 3,387 in the State of South Carolina. Of those 130,828…

Harvest Week at Motor Supply returns June 7-12, 2016

May 24, 2016

Sneak Peek of Limited-Edition Menu; Wine Tasting at “Meet The Farmer Happy Hour” Motor Supply Co. Bistro will celebrate summer in Columbia by honoring local farms during the savory, signature…

Carolina Women’s Physical Therapy begins “Mommy Rehab” pain management program for new and expectant mothers

May 24, 2016

Pregnancy is one of the biggest physical changes that a woman’s body can go through. Everything from hormonal changes to altered postures can cause pain. That’s why Carolina Women’s Physical…

Robinson McFadden attorney Metzger elected to Meritas Board of Directors

May 24, 2016

COLUMBIA, SC – Robinson McFadden is pleased to announce that R. William (“Bill”) Metzger has been elected to a 3 year term to the Board of Directors and named Chair…

Walmart marks anniversary of Veterans Welcome Home Commitment with announcement of 3,387 veteran hires in South Carolina

May 24, 2016

Today, Walmart announced it has hired 130,828 veterans since it announced its Veterans Welcome Home Commitment in May 2013*, including 3,387 in the State of South Carolina. Of those 130,828…

Greenville Little Theatre awarded $42,208 by Greenville Women Giving

May 23, 2016

GREENVILLE, SC – On May 16, 2016, Greenville Women Giving held its Tenth Anniversary Celebration to award its 2016 grantees.  Greenville Little Theatre was awarded $42,208 to upgrade antiquated lighting…

M. B. Kahn awarded Colonial Life and Three Rivers project

May 23, 2016

M. B. Kahn Construction Co., Inc. was award a waterworks project by the City of Columbia. M. B. Kahn will be providing Improvements to the city’s Colonial Life and Three Rivers…

10th anniversary Midlands Go Red for Women Luncheon a huge success

May 23, 2016

Over 220 men and women of the Midlands community attended the 10th annual Midlands Go Red for Women Luncheon at the University of South Carolina Alumni Center on Thursday, May…

Washington Center receives Greenville Women Giving Grant

May 23, 2016

Greenville Women Giving Awards Generous Funding to Assist with the Construction of a Wheelchair Accessible Nature Trail   GREENVILLE, SC – On May 16, Greenville Women Giving held its 10th…

South State Bank makes $10,000 gift to CommunityWorks

May 23, 2016

GREENVILLE, SC – CommunityWorks (CW) is excited to announce that they have received a gift of $10,000 from South State Bank. This is the eighth year that South State Bank…

Graham supports lifting ban on arms sales to Vietnam

May 23, 2016

WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) made this statement on lifting the ban on arms sales to Vietnam.   “I understand Vietnam’s human rights record is well…

Haley, Governors ask FCC to change contraband cellphone regulations

May 23, 2016

“States must have the flexibility and authority to eradicate this threat to the public safety in our states” COLUMBIA, SC – Governor Nikki Haley and fellow governors from across the…

Haley, Governors ask FCC to change contraband cellphone regulations

May 23, 2016

“States must have the flexibility and authority to eradicate this threat to the public safety in our states” COLUMBIA, SC – Governor Nikki Haley and fellow governors from across the…

W. Bratton Riley named CEO of Lincs Software

May 23, 2016

Charleston-based Lincs Software has named W. Bratton Riley its Chief Executive Officer, a position he will assume immediately. “Bratton’s extensive experience in business development in multiple sectors, combined with his management and legal acumen…

CresCom Bank Announces Danita Eldridge as Electronic Banking Manager/Assistant Vice-President

May 23, 2016

CresCom Bank, the community-banking leader within the Carolinas, has named Danita Eldridge as its new electronic banking manager and assistant vice president. In her new position, Eldridge will be based…

Preparations underway for Farm Aid implementation

May 23, 2016

Officials are already hard at work mapping out a plan for implementation of Palmetto Farm Aid. In the next 2-3 weeks, the advisory board will meet and determine the criteria…

Preparations underway for Farm Aid implementation

May 23, 2016

Officials are already hard at work mapping out a plan for implementation of Palmetto Farm Aid. In the next 2-3 weeks, the advisory board will meet and determine the criteria…

Ryan Welch Represented the Buyer and the Seller in the Sale of 54,000 SF of Office | Flex Space in N. Charleston, SC

May 23, 2016

Lee & Associates Charleston’s Ryan Welch represented the Buyer, Thaynes Capital Northwoods, LLC in the purchase of 54,000 SF of office|flex space located at 2154 N. Center Street in North…

LRU holds joint commencement ceremony in Columbia

May 23, 2016

COLUMBIA, SC – Lenoir-Rhyne University’s Center for Graduate Studies of Columbia and the Lutheran Theological Southern Seminary held a joint commencement ceremony on Saturday, May 21 at Ebenezer Lutheran Church…

City of Cayce announces new Police Chief Byron Snellgrove

May 23, 2016

The City of Cayce is thrilled to welcome Byron Snellgrove as the new Cayce Police Chief. Chief Snellgrove will be taking the place of Charles McNair who retired after 16…

Colliers International brokers new lease for Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Trustee at Synergy Executive Park

May 23, 2016

Colliers International brokered a lease for 6,700 square feet of office space at 250 Berryhill Road to the Office of the Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Trustee for the District Court of…

Zoo announces public closing

May 23, 2016

Riverbanks Zoo will be closed for the remainder of today, Monday, May 23, 2016 because of a water main break off of Candi Lane in Columbia. The Botanical Garden and…

Colliers International welcomes Debbie Cargill

May 23, 2016

Colliers International, South Carolina announced that Debbie Cargill has joined the Columbia office as a Property Accountant. In this role, Cargill will be responsible for providing detailed financial report for…

The Family Shelter welcomes Natascha Gochett as its CEO and Director of Philanthropy

May 23, 2016

Natascha Gochett, current Development Director for Transitions Homeless Center, has been named as the CEO and Director of Philanthropy for The Family Shelter, Inc.. She will officially assume this new…

William Hubbard to receive prestigious Burton Award for leadership

May 23, 2016

From the American Bar Association WASHINGTON–The American Bar Association has announced immediate past president and Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP partner William C.  Hubbard will receive the prestigious 2016…

Cypress Real Estate secures lease for Discount Tire on Garners Ferry Road

May 23, 2016

Columbia’s Cypress Real Estate Partners helps to bring Discount Tire, one of the preeminent tire retailers in the country, to Garner’s Ferry Road.   Cypress Real Estate Partners’ Mark James…

DEW Executive Director Cheryl Stanton’s April 2016 Employment Statement

May 22, 2016

“It is encouraging to see the large number of people entering the labor force – and finding work. More people are working then ever in our state’s history. South Carolinians…

South Carolina’s Employment Situation April 2016

May 22, 2016

Employment Growth Maintains Momentum Unemployment Rate Inches Upward The number of people working in South Carolina increased to a new record in April 2016, rising by 7,268 to 2,181,923. During…

Allegiance Industries acquires Mattox Electric Company

May 22, 2016

COLUMBIA, SC – Allegiance Industries, Inc., announced that it has acquired Mattox Electric Company, Inc.The merger will better serve the needs of former Mattox customers and existing Allegiance clients by…

Small Business Lunch at Halls is June 2nd

May 22, 2016

The King Street Marketing Group and Halls Chophouse are pleased to welcome Alan T. Shao, Ph.D., Dean of the School of Business at the College of Charleston, as our guest…

Tripp Whitener joins South State Bank

May 22, 2016

COLUMBIA, SC – South State Bank announced that Tripp Whitener has joined the company as a senior commercial lender. A native of Columbia, Whitener will be responsible for growing the…

Drivers should expect Chrome Drive detours this weekend

May 20, 2016

GREENVILLE, SC – A roughly one-mile portion of Chrome Drive will have a detour this weekend as crews work on the next stages of the 85-385 Gateway Project. Chrome Drive…