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…

Riverbanks boasts new flock of senior leaders

May 20, 2016

Zoo also Names New Society Board President COLUMBIA, SC  – As Destination Riverbanks continues to soar, the Zoo also is spreading its wings with new additions to its senior management…

United Community Bank Ice on Main reveals new logo

May 20, 2016

As its 6th season approaches later this year, United Community Bank Ice on Main revealed a new, refreshed logo. The City of Greenville and United Community Bank worked with Crawford…

The Woodlands at Furman celebrates Continuing Care Retirement Communities week

May 20, 2016

The Woodlands at Furman residents and staff celebrated Continuing Care Retirement Communities (CCRC) week this week, in a celebration of active, engaged living throughout the retirement years. CCRC week is…

Taylors Fire and Sewer District receives top rating

May 20, 2016

Taylors Fire and Sewer District is pleased to announce the district has been notified that it has received a satisfactory rating by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental…

Gantt Fire and Sewer District dedicates new headquarters

May 20, 2016

Gantt Fire and Sewer District announced the opening of the district’s new headquarters located at 1201 White Horse Road in Greenville. The district’s Board of Commissioners recently hosted a dedication…

County of Lexington replacing trees on South Lake Drive

May 20, 2016

The County of Lexington will begin the process of replacing 16 trees along South Lake Drive on Saturday, May 21, in an effort to provide required clearance for overhead utility…

Meadow Glen Middle School teacher receives state award

May 20, 2016

LEXINGTON, SC – Lexington County School District One congratulates Meadow Glen Middle School Sixth-Grade Social Studies Teacher Albert Robertson on receiving the Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History 2016 South…

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Columbia announces 2016 Big of the Year

May 20, 2016

COLUMBIA, SC – Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Columbia is proud to announce Julia Evans as Big of the Year 2016 for the state of South Carolina. Julia will…

B. Smith to speak about Alzheimer’s at South Carolina State House

May 20, 2016

COLUMBIA, SC – On Thursday, May 26, 2016, at 10:00 a.m., the State House will usher in June as Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month with a special press conference featuring…

Dr. Karen Woodward named administrator of the year

May 19, 2016

LEXINGTON, SC – Lexington County School District One congratulates former Lexington One Superintendent Karen C. Woodward, Ed.D., who received the Lexington County School District One Educational Foundation 2016 Joseph M.…

Sowell Gray member Tina Cundari named SC Bar Pro Bono Lawyer of the Year

May 19, 2016

COLUMBIA, SC – Sowell Gray Stepp & Laffitte, LLC announced that Tina Cundari was named a 2016 Pro Bono Lawyer of the Year by the South Carolina Bar. The award…

2016 Ken Bower Scholarship recipients announced

May 19, 2016

Five Teacher Cadets awarded from across the state   The Ken Bower Teacher Cadet Scholarship, named in memory of Dr. Ken Bower, an architect of the original Teacher Cadet course…

2016 Ken Bower Scholarship recipients announced

May 19, 2016

Five Teacher Cadets awarded from across the state   The Ken Bower Teacher Cadet Scholarship, named in memory of Dr. Ken Bower, an architect of the original Teacher Cadet course…

Palmetto Health Children’s Hospital physicians concerned about rise in heat stroke deaths in children

May 19, 2016

Physicians remind community of how quickly temperatures can rise in cars   Pediatric critical care physician Jason Peck, M.D., pediatric intensivist at Palmetto Health Children’s Hospital, has seen the tragic…

AT&T invests more than $800M over 3-year period to enhance local networks in South Carolina

May 19, 2016

AT&T has invested more than $800 million in South Carolina wireless and wired networks during 2013-2015.  These investments drive a wide range of upgrades to reliability, coverage, speed and overall…

AT&T invests more than $800M over 3-year period to enhance local networks in South Carolina

May 19, 2016

AT&T has invested more than $800 million in South Carolina wireless and wired networks during 2013-2015.  These investments drive a wide range of upgrades to reliability, coverage, speed and overall…

National Bike Month 2016

May 19, 2016

National Bike Month is an opportunity to celebrate the unique power of the bicycle and the many reasons to ride. Check out what’s going here: https://www.facebook.com/BikePedestrianAdvisoryCommitteebpac/      

Lowcountry Red Cross volunteer assisting with disaster relief in Houston

May 19, 2016

Texas has been having a tough year with disaster after disaster impacting the Lone Star State, and American Red Cross workers, including several from South Carolina, have been helping affected…

City to launch Career Portal

May 19, 2016

On May 31, the City of Columbia will launch a new, easy-to-use online employment application solution.  With the new solution you will be able to apply for positions on-line, get…

Pawmetto Lifeline Offering $20 Spay/Neuter Surgeries for Puppies & Kittens with PetSmart Charities Grant

May 19, 2016

Pawmetto Lifeline says kittens and puppies can go into heat as early as 4 and 5 months old Sponsored by PetSmart Charities® “Precious, Not Parents” campaign offers $20 spay/neuter surgeries…

David Lockwood appointed Chief Operating Officer of Colliers International South Carolina

May 19, 2016

David C. Lockwood III, SIOR, CCIM, Executive Vice President of Colliers International South Carolina, has been appointed Chief Operating Officer of the Company. Lockwood has been associated with Colliers for…

David Lockwood appointed Chief Operating Officer of Colliers International South Carolina

May 19, 2016

David C. Lockwood III, SIOR, CCIM, Executive Vice President of Colliers International South Carolina, has been appointed Chief Operating Officer of the Company. Lockwood has been associated with Colliers for…

Pawmetto Lifeline Offering $20 Spay/Neuter Surgeries for Puppies & Kittens with PetSmart Charities Grant

May 19, 2016

Pawmetto Lifeline says kittens and puppies can go into heat as early as 4 and 5 months old Sponsored by PetSmart Charities® “Precious, Not Parents” campaign offers $20 spay/neuter surgeries…

Sowell Gray member Tina Cundari named SC Bar Pro Bono Lawyer of the Year

May 19, 2016

COLUMBIA, SC – Sowell Gray Stepp & Laffitte, LLC announced that Tina Cundari was named a 2016 Pro Bono Lawyer of the Year by the South Carolina Bar. The award…

McMillan Pazdan Smith announces new leadership

May 18, 2016

McMillan Pazdan Smith named two new firm Principals: David Moore and Tom Hund. The firm has also announced six new Associate Principals. “These individuals have demonstrated consistent leadership potential and…

Coldwell Banker Caine introduces new awards: Circle of Excellence names April 2016 recipients

May 18, 2016

Coldwell Banker Caine recently recognized its top producing agents in property sales and listings from April through the newly minted Circle of Excellence program. The Circle of Excellence distinction is…

A New Vision, New Life for West Ashley

May 18, 2016

Key Takeaways Population growth, job creation and a booming economy continue to drive Charleston, SC’s retail market. Retailers are investing in the market, contributing to declining vacancy rates and rising…

City of Columbia recognized as 2016 Playful City USA Community

May 18, 2016

The City of Columbia is being honored with a 2016 Playful City USA designation for the third time. Celebrating its 10th anniversary, the national recognition program honors cities and towns…

Liberty Hill Teacher Selected for Mickelson ExxonMobil Teachers Academy

May 18, 2016

Liberty Hill Academy special education teacher Jennifer Sutton has been selected by the National Council of Teachers in Mathematics and the National Science Teachers Association to be trained at the…

Jackson hires C.J. Cluck, Jamie O’Keefe as interns

May 18, 2016

GREENVILLE, SC  – Jackson Marketing, Motorsports & Events, South Carolina’s second largest integrated marketing communications and events agency, has selected C.J. Cluck and Jamie O’Keefe to participate in the company’s…

New regenerative cell therapy now available in the Lowcountry 

May 18, 2016

Advantage Healthcare of Charleston Utilizing Regenerative Cell Therapy for Patients     CHARLESTON, SC – Think about how many friends and family you know that live with debilitating pain in…

Container volume up three percent at South Carolina Ports

May 18, 2016

CHARLESTON, SC – South Carolina Ports Authority reported a 2.8 percent increase in twenty foot-equivalent unit (TEU) volume fiscal year to date, handling 1.6 million TEUs since July 2015. SCPA…

Container volume up three percent at South Carolina Ports

May 18, 2016

CHARLESTON, SC – South Carolina Ports Authority reported a 2.8 percent increase in twenty foot-equivalent unit (TEU) volume fiscal year to date, handling 1.6 million TEUs since July 2015. SCPA…

Richland Two social worker honored

May 18, 2016

COLUMBIA, SC – Richland Two School Social Worker Brenda Creighton received the School Social Worker of the Year Award from the South Carolina Association of School Social Workers (SCASSW). “The desire…

Richland Two names Nurse of the Year

May 18, 2016

COLUMBIA, SC – Summit Parkway Middle School’s (SPMS) Stacey Harris has been named the Richland Two Nurse of the Year. Harris has been with Richland Two as a school nurse…

Students can still apply for Youth Corps!

May 18, 2016

Student after student has stated, “This year has been life changing for me.” And students can still apply!  Application deadline for the next round of interviews is May 30, 2016…

Colliers International’s Ron Anderson elected to Vice Chair of The Central Midlands Regional Transportation Authority

May 18, 2016

Colliers International’s Ron Anderson was elected to Vice Chair of The Central Midlands Regional Transportation Authority (CMRTA) Board of Directors. Anderson has served as the City of Columbia’s representative on…

Colliers International’s Ron Anderson elected to Vice Chair of The Central Midlands Regional Transportation Authority

May 18, 2016

Colliers International’s Ron Anderson was elected to Vice Chair of The Central Midlands Regional Transportation Authority (CMRTA) Board of Directors. Anderson has served as the City of Columbia’s representative on…

Wanda Hughes appointed Principal of E.B. Ellington Elementary School

May 18, 2016

Charleston County School District (CCSD) announces that Wanda Lee Hughes has been appointed Principal at E.B. Ellington Elementary School. Hughes has served as Interim Principal at E.B. Ellington during the…

Vanessa Brown appointed Principal of Baptist Hill Middle-High School

May 18, 2016

Charleston County School District (CCSD) announces that Vanessa Brown has been appointed Principal at Baptist Hill Middle-High School. Brown has served as Interim Principal at Baptist Hill during the 2015-2016…

Sherry Eppelsheimer, Ed.D. appointed Principal of Wando High School

May 18, 2016

Charleston County School District (CCSD) announces that Dr. Sherry Eppelsheimer has been appointed Principal at Wando High School. Dr. Eppelsheimer has served as Interim Principal at Wando High during the…

Paul Padron appointed Principal of Deer Park Middle School

May 18, 2016

Charleston County School District (CCSD) announces that Paul Padron has been appointed Principal at Deer Park Middle School. Padron has served as Interim Associate Superintendent of the Middle School Learning…

era-contact USA launching Pickens County operations

May 18, 2016

Project Will Bring $3.6 Million In New Capital Investment era-contact USA, a global manufacturing leader of electrical railway couplings, is launching its North American manufacturing headquarters in Pickens County. The…

era-contact USA launching Pickens County operations

May 18, 2016

Project Will Bring $3.6 Million In New Capital Investment era-contact USA, a global manufacturing leader of electrical railway couplings, is launching its North American manufacturing headquarters in Pickens County. The…

Richland Two students win National Merit Scholarships

May 18, 2016

COLUMBIA, SC – Three graduating seniors are the recipients of National Merit Scholarships.  The students are Itai Almor, Richland Northeast High School; and Krishna T. Gorrepati and Samuel H. Bell,…

District principal, teachers honored for conservation efforts

May 18, 2016

 COLUMBIA, SC – A Richland Two principal and a teacher are the newest recipients of Conservation Education Awards from the Richland Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD). Catawba Trail Elementary…

S.C. Phil announces 26 concerts that comprise 2016/2017 season

May 18, 2016

COLUMBIA, SC – The South Carolina Philharmonic heads into a new season of concerts – on and off-stage – “on fire with energy” and “at the top of [its] game”…

Graham supports Zika funding

May 18, 2016

WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) made this statement after voting to move forward with legislation which provides $1.1 billion in funding for American efforts to stop…