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…

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…