Studio 2LR, Inc. Architecture + Interiors earns three AIA South Carolina Design Awards

April 20, 2016

Studio 2LR, an architecture and interior design firm with an emphasis on sustainable contemporary design, recently earned three design awards from The South Carolina Chapter of the American Institute of…

Kid’s Day of Lexington, Saturday, April 30

April 20, 2016

LEXINGTON, SC – The 16th annual Kid’s Day of Lexington will take place Saturday, April 30, 2016, from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. at Virginia Hylton Park in Lexington. Kid’s…

Marlboro and Greenwood join initiative to improve college access for rural students

April 20, 2016

COLUMBIA, SC – Marlboro High School in Marlboro and Emerald High School in Greenwood have joined the Rural Innovative Schools initiative led by the South Carolina Council on Competitiveness. The…

Marlboro and Greenwood join initiative to improve college access for rural students

April 20, 2016

COLUMBIA, SC – Marlboro High School in Marlboro and Emerald High School in Greenwood have joined the Rural Innovative Schools initiative led by the South Carolina Council on Competitiveness. The…

Finally Friday Free Concert Series Returns!

April 20, 2016

The Finally Friday Free Concert Series returns to the grounds of the Fine Arts Center of Kershaw County (FAC) on April 29 with a Camden favorite, Reflections. The concert will…

United Community Bank adds experienced local banker Russ Williams to Greenville team

April 20, 2016

GREENVILLE, SC – United Community Bank is pleased to welcome Russ Williams to the Greenville team as Senior Vice President, Commercial Relationship Manager. Williams joins United Community Bank with more…

Zaptec and ITIC to Collaborate on Smart Charging Technology

April 20, 2016

The International Transportation Innovation Center (ITIC) in Greenville, S.C. has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Zaptec of Norway to mutually work on smart charging technology solutions for electric vehicles.…

Finally Friday Free Concert Series Returns!

April 20, 2016

The Finally Friday Free Concert Series returns to the grounds of the Fine Arts Center of Kershaw County (FAC) on April 29 with a Camden favorite, Reflections. The concert will…

Kid’s Day of Lexington, Saturday, April 30

April 20, 2016

LEXINGTON, SC – The 16th annual Kid’s Day of Lexington will take place Saturday, April 30, 2016, from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. at Virginia Hylton Park in Lexington. Kid’s…

Lexington County Sheriff’s Department announces promotions

April 19, 2016

Lexington County Sheriff Jay Koon recently promoted five deputies and four correctional officers. Reggie Lighty, 39, has been promoted to field training officer in the Lexington County Detention Center. Lighty,…

Blythewood Middle School teacher receives national attention

April 19, 2016

Blythewood Middle school English Language Arts/Social Studies teacher  Mrs. Tristan Richardson has been selected as a National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) Summer Scholar from a national applicant pool to…

Blythewood Middle School nurse receives Richland Two Culture of Excellence Award

April 19, 2016

Congratulations to Blythewood Middle School Nurse Beth Gladden, RN on her receipt of the Richland Two Culture of Excellence Award. Nurse Gladden was recognized for her exceptional contribution to her…

Bowl for Kids’ Sake a striking success, raising more than $58,000 for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Columbia

April 19, 2016

Volunteers and community members came out on April 9th to show support and raise money at Bowl for Kids’ Sake, supporting the mentoring work of Big Brothers Big Sisters of…

Scott votes to strengthen airport security in FAA Reauthorization Bill

April 19, 2016

U.S. Senator Tim Scott (R-SC) voted for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Reauthorization Act (S. 2658) which includes bipartisan airport security and passenger-friendly provisions, as well as aviation safety reforms. …

South Carolina business community letter to General Assembly regarding S.1203

April 19, 2016

COLUMBIA, SC – The South Carolina Chamber, South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance, South Carolina Economic Developers Association, South Carolina Hospital Association, and the Charleston, Clemson, Columbia, Greenville, Greenwood, Myrtle Beach, North…

South Carolina business community letter to General Assembly regarding S.1203

April 19, 2016

COLUMBIA, SC – The South Carolina Chamber, South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance, South Carolina Economic Developers Association, South Carolina Hospital Association, and the Charleston, Clemson, Columbia, Greenville, Greenwood, Myrtle Beach, North…

Two Colliers International Marketing Coordinators receive CPMC designation

April 19, 2016

The designation, received after a year of extensive training, increases Colliers’ property marketing edge Colliers International’s Kirstin Clark and Brooke McAbee received the Commercial Property Marketing Certification (CPMC) designation from…

Two Colliers International Marketing Coordinators receive CPMC designation

April 19, 2016

The designation, received after a year of extensive training, increases Colliers’ property marketing edge Colliers International’s Kirstin Clark and Brooke McAbee received the Commercial Property Marketing Certification (CPMC) designation from…

LawyerLisa attorney earns certification in Elder Law

April 19, 2016

The National Elder Law Foundation (NELF) – the only organization approved by the American Bar Association to offer certification in the area of elder law – has announced that Lisa…

Columbia Mini Maker Faire shows off regional creativity on May 21

April 19, 2016

Meet some of South Carolina’s Most Interesting Tinkerers, Creators and Inventors Columbia Mini Maker Faire, an all-ages festival of DIY tech enthusiasts, crafters, tinkerers, hobbyists, engineers and artists, will be…

Watson Tate Savory earns four AIA awards in 2016

April 19, 2016

Watson Tate Savory (WTS) is pleased to have recently received four awards from the American Institute of Architects (AIA) for Design Excellence. On Friday, April 15, the AIA South Carolina…

ReWa names Greg Wright Engineering Director

April 19, 2016

GREENVILLE, SC – Renewable Water Resources (ReWa) has recently named Greg Wright, PE as Engineering Director after his dedicated service as Engineering Manager for the past five years. Wright holds…

Lantern Parade & More at 701 CCA

April 19, 2016

When: Thursday, April 21, 8:15pm Where: Assemble at the railroad tunnel at Lady and Lincoln Street in the Vista What: Lantern Parade group performance during Artista Vista What else: Lanterns will…

Columbia Mini Maker Faire shows off regional creativity on May 21

April 19, 2016

Meet some of South Carolina’s Most Interesting Tinkerers, Creators and Inventors Columbia Mini Maker Faire, an all-ages festival of DIY tech enthusiasts, crafters, tinkerers, hobbyists, engineers and artists, will be…

LawyerLisa attorney earns certification in Elder Law

April 19, 2016

The National Elder Law Foundation (NELF) – the only organization approved by the American Bar Association to offer certification in the area of elder law – has announced that Lisa…

Immedion hires Jay Orr as Account Executive

April 18, 2016

Immedion LLC, a premiere provider of data center services including Cloud, colocation and managed services, announced today the hiring of Jay Orr as Account Executive for Immedion’s Charleston location. In…

Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Carolinas breaks ground on “Building Hope” expansion project

April 18, 2016

RMHC of the Carolinas broke ground on its $3.5 million capital campaign expansion project today. The expansion will allow the Ronald McDonald House, located in Greenville, S.C., to double the amount…

Tri-County Entrepreneurial Development Corporation announces Business Plan Center

April 18, 2016

The Tri-County Entrepreneurial Development Corporation has announced their new Business Plan Center. The Business Plan Center, located in the Oconee Business Center, will be a venue where clients have a…

Dr. Julie Hartman receives Child Abuse Prevention Grant

April 18, 2016

Dr. Julie Hartman, teacher education professor and program coordinator for early care and development and early childhood education programs at Bob Jones University, recently received a grant awarded by the…

Furman Mathematics Professor Hutson wins SCICU Teaching Award

April 18, 2016

Dr. Kevin Hutson, Professor of Mathematics at Furman University, has been awarded a 2016 Excellence in Teaching Award from the South Carolina Independent Colleges & Universities (SCICU) organization. SCICU annually…

Columbia College Koalas win AAC Lacrosse Tournament Championship

April 18, 2016

Stellar goalkeeping from senior Natalie Dubas and four goals from junior Kendra Blackstock lifted second-seeded Columbia to the 2016 Appalachian Athletic Conference (AAC) Women’s Lacrosse Tournament championship, defeating top-ranked Tennessee Wesleyan 8-5 on Saturday,…

Easley, SC Teen to promote “Be Your Best Self” message during nationwide outreach event

April 18, 2016

Tara Moore, Distinguished Young Woman of SC, will join with young women across the nation April 25-29 in celebrating National Be Your Best Self Week, a national outreach event sponsored…

Dale Carnegie Training announces a new franchise in South Carolina

April 18, 2016

Herbert L Drayton III and Ingrid Tugwell became the newest franchise owners with Dale Carnegie Training® today. Their territory covers Charleston and Columbia and four counties in Georgia.   “We…

Dale Carnegie Training announces a new franchise in South Carolina

April 18, 2016

Herbert L Drayton III and Ingrid Tugwell became the newest franchise owners with Dale Carnegie Training® today. Their territory covers Charleston and Columbia and four counties in Georgia.   “We…

Six Providence Hospitals nurses receive 2016 Palmetto Gold Award

April 18, 2016

Each year the South Carolina Nurses Foundation recognizes 100 nurses who exemplify excellence in practice and commitment to the profession. Nurses are nominated across the entire state from a variety…

Nauful selected to participate in 2016 Riley Institute Diversity Leaders Initiative Program

April 18, 2016

Adams and Reese partner Tara E. Nauful is one of 42 leaders selected from sectors across South Carolina to participate in the 2016 Spring Midlands Class of the Riley Institute…

Lewis receives 2016 Outstanding Young Alumni Award

April 18, 2016

Kenneth P. Lewis, Coker College class of 2001, has been named the 2016 recipient of the Coker College Outstanding Young Alumni Award. This prestigious award is given annually by the…

Safrit receives 2016 Alumni Association Distinguished Service Award

April 18, 2016

Sarah Jo Wood Safrit, Coker College class of 1971, has been named the 2016 recipient of the Coker College Alumni Association’s Distinguished Service Award. This prestigious award is given annually…

Leadership Columbia Class of 2016 hosts Open House “Renovation Reveal” and reception at Autism Academy of South Carolina, April 29

April 18, 2016

The Leadership Columbia Class of 2016 will host an Open House at the Autism Academy of South Carolina (AASC), 1505 Blanding St. in downtown Columbia, S.C., for AASC families, staff…

Bobbitt breaks ground on new Johnsonville Fire Station

April 18, 2016

JOHNSONVILLE, SC – A groundbreaking ceremony was recently held for Johnsonville Fire Department’s new 10,736-square-foot, four-bay fire station and department headquarters. Bobbitt Design Build is constructing the new station for the…

Lower Richland High School and EngenuitySC host third “Dress for Success” business etiquette student showcase, April 26

April 18, 2016

The Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) committee at Lower Richland High School (LRHS) will partner with EngenuitySC to host the third annual “Dress for Success” business etiquette showcase on…

Changes in non-ethanol gasoline

April 18, 2016

As we head into the summer driving season, the South Carolina Department of Agriculture’s Consumer Protection Division wants you to be aware of some changes happening at the pump. Consumers…

Lennar Coastal Carolinas welcomes Ashley Hanna

April 18, 2016

Lennar, one of the Lowcountry’s most reputable homebuilders, has hired Ashley Hanna as Area Sales Manager in Myrtle Beach. With over a decade of home sales expertise, Hanna will help…

Coastal environment teacher at Sullivan’s Island Elementary to be recognized with STEM Award

April 18, 2016

Holly Blair, the coastal environment teacher at Sullivan’s Island Elementary School, will be recognized next month for her dedication to educating future generations of environmental stewards. She will join six…

South Carolina imposes sales tax on optional damage waiver fees

April 18, 2016

A South Carolina administrative law court (“Court”) ruled that optional damage waivers purchased with equipment rentals were subject to sales tax. The rental company argued that waiver fees were not…

SCSBA statement regarding Superintendent Bennett

April 18, 2016

The following is a statement by Scott Price, Executive Director of the South Carolina School Boards Association, concerning the death of Newberry County School District Superintendent Bennie Bennett: “The South…

BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina named in Forbes’ List of America’s Best Employers

April 18, 2016

Forbes magazine included BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina in its annual ranking of America’s Best Employers. The company was one of four BlueCross companies included, ranking 15th in the insurance…

1×1 Design awarded AIA South Carolina Design Awards

April 18, 2016

1×1 Design announces that three projects have received recognition by The South Carolina chapter of the American Institute of Architects (AIASC). The Phase Two Renovations at The Nickelodeon Theatre in…

Providence Hospitals Development Foundation named Stephen Kyle Jones as scholarship recipient

April 18, 2016

COLUMBIA, SC – Providence Hospitals Development Foundation named Stephen Kyle Jones as the 2016 Dr. Preston A. Jones Memorial Scholarship recipient. A fourth-year medical student at the University of South…

CABTEQ Solutions establishing operations in York County

April 18, 2016

Company Investing $3 Million To Create 125 New Jobs   COLUMBIA, SC – CABTEQ Solutions (CABTEQ), a South Carolina-based company, which specializes in commercial cabinetry, is establishing operations in York…