Tracy Ivey joins Coldwell Banker Caine in Spartanburg

May 25, 2016

Coldwell Banker Caine recently welcomed Tracy Ivey as a residential sales agent to its Spartanburg office. Tracy joins Coldwell Banker Caine with experience as Dietary Director of Brookdale Senior Living,…

City of Columbia expands hospitality district recycling program

May 25, 2016

The City of Columbia Solid Waste Division is pleased to announce the installation of 13 new recycling containers in Columbia’s hospitality districts. New blue containers will be installed along the…

Carolina One Real Estate acquires Prudential Kapp Lyons Realty

May 25, 2016

Carolina One Real Estate has acquired Edisto Island Real Estate Sales and Vacation Rental Company.  Effective immediately, Prudential Kapp Lyons Realty will operate as Carolina One Kapp Lyons Group from…

Jarrard, Nowell & Russell adds Marcus Elliott as staff accountant

May 25, 2016

Jarrard, Nowell & Russell, LLC (JNR), a Charleston-based accounting and business advisory firm, has added Marcus Elliott as staff accountant. In this role, Elliott prepares individual and corporate income tax…

William Means’ Helen Geer attends exclusive Christie’s Conference in Ireland

May 25, 2016

Helen Geer, president of William Means Real Estate, just returned from Dublin, Ireland, where she joined an elite group of luxury real estate specialists at the annual Christie’s International Real…

SOL Southwest Kitchen & Tequila Bar Partners with The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation through its Kitchen Karma Program

May 25, 2016

Starting on Tuesday, May 31, SOL Southwest Kitchen & Tequila Bar will be partnering with The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, South Carolina Chapter to raise money through the restaurants Kitchen Karma…

Shanna Temple-Gordon promoted to Assistant Property Manager

May 25, 2016

Colliers International is pleased to announce that Shanna Temple-Gordon has been promoted to Assistant Property Manager. Temple-Gordon has served as Property Administrator for Bank of America Plaza at 1901 Main…

Veterans, active duty military & their families work out for free at O2 Fitness this Memorial Day weekend

May 25, 2016

This Memorial Day weekend, O2 Fitness Clubs is honoring those who have served our country by offering complimentary workouts for all U.S. military veterans, active-duty military personnel and their families.…

McMillan Pazdan Smith Architecture congratulates Nick Galizia on earning AIA Registration

May 25, 2016

CHARLESTON, SC – McMillan Pazdan Smith Architecture congratulates Nick Galizia, of the firm’s Charleston office, for successfully completing his architectural examinations to become a registered architect in the state of…

McMillan Pazdan Smith Architecture congratulates Nick Galizia on earning AIA Registration

May 25, 2016

CHARLESTON, SC – McMillan Pazdan Smith Architecture congratulates Nick Galizia, of the firm’s Charleston office, for successfully completing his architectural examinations to become a registered architect in the state of…

ReWa honored by SCDHEC for Environmental Protection

May 25, 2016

Renewable Water Resources (ReWa) Water Resource Recovery Facilities (WRRFs) received the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (SCDHEC) Facility Award of Excellence for 2015. The Facility Award of…

Recruiting Solutions’ Branch Manager Caroline Tracy awarded Junior League of Columbia’s Provisional of the Year

May 25, 2016

Caroline Tracy, Branch Manager of Recruiting Solutions, was recently honored as Provisional of the Year by the Junior League of Columbia (JLC). This award recognizes one member of the provisional…

Columbia RIA firm Wallick Investments’ 4-star Morningstar® Ratings continue

May 25, 2016

Morningstar® continues to recognize Wallick Investments’ chief equity strategy, WI Core Growth Composite, awarding the portfolio a 4-star Morningstar Rating among mid-cap core/blend managers for 3-year, 5-year and overall performance…

Goodwyn, Mills and Cawood acquires Georgia-based Stevenson & Palmer Engineering

May 25, 2016

Multi-disciplined architecture and engineering firm Goodwyn, Mills and Cawood, Inc. (GMC), announced that it has completed the acquisition of Stevenson & Palmer Engineering (SPE), a Georgia-based firm with more than…

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…

CBRE’s Shannon Lyon promoted to Assistant Real Estate Manager

May 25, 2016

CBRE announced that Shannon Lyon has been promoted to Assistant Real Estate Manager within the Asset Services division in Columbia. Lyon is part of a growing team that manages over…

Ron Anderson named Vice President of Administration for Colliers International South Carolina

May 25, 2016

Ron Anderson was named Vice President of Administration for Colliers International, South Carolina. Anderson has been with Colliers since 2012 and has been involved in the commercial real estate industry…

Ron Anderson named Vice President of Administration for Colliers International South Carolina

May 25, 2016

Ron Anderson was named Vice President of Administration for Colliers International, South Carolina. Anderson has been with Colliers since 2012 and has been involved in the commercial real estate industry…

Aiken, Union counties receive work ready certification

May 25, 2016

COLUMBIA—Gov. Nikki Haley announced today that Aiken and Union counties have received certification through the South Carolina Work Ready Communities (SCWRC) initiative. Aiken and Union join the 42 other counties…

Aiken, Union counties receive work ready certification

May 25, 2016

COLUMBIA—Gov. Nikki Haley announced today that Aiken and Union counties have received certification through the South Carolina Work Ready Communities (SCWRC) initiative. Aiken and Union join the 42 other counties…

Pawmetto Lifeline wins national recognition from Miranda Lambert’s MuttNation Foundation

May 25, 2016

Pawmetto Lifeline has been recognized as a winner of the 2016 Mutts Across America: 50 States/50 Shelters award. Mutts Across America, an annual program which provides funds and support to…

“Batter Up!” Pawmetto Lifeline launches calendar competition featuring Columbia Fireflies baseball team

May 25, 2016

Pawmetto Lifeline announced the launch of their 2017 Calendar Competition featuring the Columbia Fireflies Baseball Team. Each month the calendar will showcase a Fireflies baseball player and a local pet…

Representative Neal A. Collins named South Carolina Public Health Association Douglas E. Bryant Legislator of the Year

May 25, 2016

The South Carolina Public Health Association (SCPHA) recognizes Rep. Neal A. Collins (R-Pickens) as the Douglas E. Bryant Legislator of the Year. This award recognizes an elected state legislator for…

John Cobb appointed Executive Director Early Childhood/Elementary Learning Community

May 25, 2016

Charleston County School District (CCSD) announces that John E. Cobb has been appointed Executive Director Early Childhood/Elementary Learning Community. Cobb has served as Interim Executive Director Early Childhood/Elementary Learning Community…

Jeffrey Borowy appointed Chief Operating Officer

May 25, 2016

Charleston County School District (CCSD) announces that Jeffrey Borowy has been appointed Chief Operating Officer. Borowy has served as Deputy for Capital Programs since 2014 after more than 28 years…

Glenn Stiegman appointed Chief Financial Officer

May 25, 2016

Charleston County School District (CCSD) announces that Glenn A. Stiegman, Jr. has been appointed Chief Financial Officer. Stiegman has served as Interim Chief Financial Officer during the 2015-2016 school year…

“Batter Up!” Pawmetto Lifeline launches calendar competition featuring Columbia Fireflies baseball team

May 25, 2016

Pawmetto Lifeline announced the launch of their 2017 Calendar Competition featuring the Columbia Fireflies Baseball Team. Each month the calendar will showcase a Fireflies baseball player and a local pet…

CBRE’s Shannon Lyon promoted to Assistant Real Estate Manager

May 25, 2016

CBRE announced that Shannon Lyon has been promoted to Assistant Real Estate Manager within the Asset Services division in Columbia. Lyon is part of a growing team that manages over…

Dominion supports American Red Cross Home Fire Campaign

May 25, 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…

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…

Pawmetto Lifeline wins national recognition from Miranda Lambert’s MuttNation Foundation

May 25, 2016

Pawmetto Lifeline has been recognized as a winner of the 2016 Mutts Across America: 50 States/50 Shelters award. Mutts Across America, an annual program which provides funds and support to…

Representative Neal A. Collins named South Carolina Public Health Association Douglas E. Bryant Legislator of the Year

May 25, 2016

The South Carolina Public Health Association (SCPHA) recognizes Rep. Neal A. Collins (R-Pickens) as the Douglas E. Bryant Legislator of the Year. This award recognizes an elected state legislator for…

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…