Robert Wood appointed to Accountancy Board

April 7, 2016

Rogers Townsend & Thomas, PC, announced that Columbia shareholder Robert P. Wood was appointed by Governor Nikki Haley to serve on the South Carolina Board of Accountancy. Bob concentrates his…

Lexington County Sheriff’s Department recognized for DUI enforcement efforts

April 7, 2016

The South Carolina Department of Public Safety has recognized the Lexington County Sheriff’s Department for its efforts in 2015 to enforce the state’s DUI laws and remove impaired drivers from…

Palmetto Health and USC selected for national professional development program

April 7, 2016

Palmetto Health and the University of South Carolina (USC) have been chosen to take part in an innovative national learning collaborative with eight other institutions across the country. The three-…

James E. Clyburn Golf Center accepting registrations for girls golf clinics

April 7, 2016

The James E. Clyburn Golf Center, a LPGA-USGA Girls Golf site, will host free golf clinics for girls ages 5-17 beginning in April. The James E. Clyburn Golf Center is…

Congaree National Park becomes first Poo-Poo Project east of the Mississippi

April 7, 2016

With the installation of 4 Poo-Poo Screens, Congaree National Park becomes Teton Raptor Center’s first Poo-Poo Project partner east of the Mississippi. The screens have been placed on ventilation pipes…

Updated “Yard Ordinance” gives owners more time to remedy problems

April 7, 2016

An updated Richland County ordinance gives residents more time to get weeds and other rank vegetation under control before citations are written. The ordinance now allows a property owner 30…

Cushman & Wakefield arranges the sale of office building for $6.5 Million

April 7, 2016

Allegiancy Acquires Ashley Corporate Center in Charleston, SC CHARLESTON, SC – Cushman & Wakefield, a global leader in commercial real estate services, announced today the sale of the Ashley Corporate…

Wilkes Law Firm attorney Derham Cole named Legislator of the Year

April 7, 2016

Hundreds of pairs of shoes, large and small, covered the State House steps on March 2, 2016, as part of Disability Advocacy Day. The shoes represent South Carolina citizens with…

Taylor Self joins Newmark Grubb Wilson Kibler

April 7, 2016

COLUMBIA, SC – Newmark Grubb Wilson Kibler, a leading commercial real estate services firm, is pleased to announce that Taylor Self has joined Newmark Grubb Wilson Kibler as the Marketing…

Winthrop benefactor descendant establishes endowed scholarship for history majors

April 7, 2016

ROCK HILL, SC – John Winthrop understands the importance of examining the past to prepare and plan for the future. A descendant of Winthrop University benefactor Robert C. Winthrop, he…

Winthrop benefactor descendant establishes endowed scholarship for history majors

April 7, 2016

ROCK HILL, SC – John Winthrop understands the importance of examining the past to prepare and plan for the future. A descendant of Winthrop University benefactor Robert C. Winthrop, he…

SYNNEX Corporation wins Red Hat North America Partner Award

April 7, 2016

SYNNEX Corporation (NYSE:SNX), a leading technology solutions distributor, is proud to announce that it has been named Commercial Distributor of the Year by Red Hat, the world’s leading provider of…

RMF adding second facility in Greenville County

April 7, 2016

Automotive supplier’s new $16 million investment in Greenville County to add 40 new jobs   GREENVILLE COUNTY, SC – Roy Metal Finishing (RMF) is expanding its current operations by building a second…

RMF adding second facility in Greenville County

April 7, 2016

Automotive supplier’s new $16 million investment in Greenville County to add 40 new jobs   GREENVILLE COUNTY, SC – Roy Metal Finishing (RMF) is expanding its current operations by building a second…

Mills named Executive Director of the USC Upstate Greenville Campuses

April 6, 2016

Stacey D. Mills ’96 has been named executive director of the University of South Carolina Upstate Greenville Campuses, which includes the coordination of all operations and outreach of the USC…

St. Anthony of Padua Catholic School receives South Carolina Excellence Award

April 6, 2016

St. Anthony of Padua Catholic School was awarded the Association for Learning Environments’ 2016 Excellence Award during the organization’s annual South Carolina Spring Conference. Started in 1939 by a Franciscan…

Ryan Welch Represented the Landlord in the lease of 1,125 SF of Flex Space in North Charleston

April 6, 2016

Lee & Associates Charleston’s Ryan Welch represented the landlord, Leatherwood Associates, Inc. in the lease of 1,125 SF of flex space located at 4365 Dorchester Road, Unit 205 in North…

Weight Management Center offers weight loss telehealth program

April 6, 2016

It’s that time again… when springtime bestirs us to get more active and head outside, regardless of how a winter of less activity and more food may have added a…

Kershaw County Sheriff’s Office receives Agency of the Year Award for 5th consecutive year

April 6, 2016

In a ceremony held on April 6, 2016 at the Seawell’s Restaurant in Columbia, the Kershaw County Sheriff’s Office received the Agency of the Year award (for departments with 51-100…

Gary Pope Jr., Public Finance Attorney, named new member at Pope Flynn

April 6, 2016

Gary Pope Jr. has been named a new member at Pope Flynn, a Columbia-based law firm concentrating in public finance and governmental law, effective April of 2016. Pope will continue…

Richland County highlights importance of keeping stormwater clean

April 6, 2016

Richland County and the City of Columbia are kicking off a campaign this month with community volunteers to mark storm drains and remind residents that everyone can have a part…

GCM receives $750 Share the Love grant

April 6, 2016

Greer Community Ministries (GCM) has been awarded a $750 grant as part of the 2015 Meals on Wheels Driving the Movement grant program. The grant funding, raised through the 2015-2016…

Angelique Kerber volleys with Andrea Petkovic on Breach Inlet in Charleston, SC

April 6, 2016

German tennis players Angelique Kerber, World No. 2, and Andrea Petkovic, World No. 38, played tennis on a temporary court built on Breach Inlet for a promotional shoot for the…

5,000 SF Office/Warehouse For Sale in N. Charleston

April 6, 2016

North Charleston warehouse for sale – 4560 Great Oak Drive 29418 Price – $725,000 Available Space – 5,000 SF Property Description Attractive 5,000 SF single-story office building in turn-key condition. This…

Richland County highlights importance of keeping stormwater clean

April 6, 2016

Richland County and the City of Columbia are kicking off a campaign this month with community volunteers to mark storm drains and remind residents that everyone can have a part…

SCMA announces debut of  SC Future Makers

April 6, 2016

The South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance and state officials announced the debut of the South Carolina Future Makers workforce initiative. Powered by STEM Premier, South Carolina Future Makers’ mission is to increase…

SCMA announces debut of  SC Future Makers

April 6, 2016

The South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance and state officials announced the debut of the South Carolina Future Makers workforce initiative. Powered by STEM Premier, South Carolina Future Makers’ mission is to increase…

iDrive Greenville hires new talent for expansion into high line service

April 6, 2016

Consumer-driven car buying company hiring game-changing service talent to fuel new concepts in service business   iDrive Greenville, innovators in custom order, pre-owned car buying, has been busy hiring service…

Shane Massey elected South Carolina Senate Majority Leader

April 6, 2016

Edgefield senator promises to shake things up in Senate   South Carolina’s Republican state senators elected Shane Massey (R-Edgefield) as their new GOP caucus leader. Massey, known as a young…

Sam’s Club begins hiring in Columbia

April 6, 2016

Club planning to bring approximately 175 new jobs   Sam’s Club Hiring and Membership Center opens in Columbia; seeks applicants for new club. The company plans to hire approximately 175…

New Midlands Technical College facility to help develop state’s manufacturing workforce

April 6, 2016

Midlands Technical College officially opened the Advanced Manufacturing and Skilled Crafts Center with a ribbon-cutting ceremony and tours of the new 34,000-square-foot, two-story facility.  The center is the new home…

It’s strawberry season in South Carolina

April 6, 2016

South Carolina Agriculture Commissioner Hugh Weathers kicked off the strawberry season at James R. Sease Farms in Gilbert, SC with the first “official” pick this morning. Spring has sprung in…

Ed Dickey of the University of South Carolina College of Education honored with Lifetime Achievement Award

April 6, 2016

Professor recognized for his exceptional work in mathematics education at the national level by NCTM Benjamin Disraeli once said, “The secret to success is constancy of purpose.” For more than 30…

Colliers International’s Kim Butler named 2016 Honoree Recipient of Palmetto Center for Women Honors

April 6, 2016

Real Estate Management Services division leader recognized for outstanding business and community achievements Colliers International’s Kim Butler was named a 2016 Honoree Recipient of the Palmetto Center for Women Honors.…

‘Midlands Gives’ sees 50% increase in participating local nonprofits for upcoming 24-hour Giving Challenge on May 3rd

April 6, 2016

Central Carolina Community Foundation releases list of more than 375 local charities More than 375 local nonprofits will participate in the third annual Midlands Gives, a 24-hour online giving challenge…

Lockheed Martin donates $25,000 to state flood relief efforts

April 6, 2016

Lockheed Martin [NYSE: LMT] presented a check to South Carolina Governor Nikki Haley for $25,000 to support the state’s flood relief efforts. This donation is in response to the major…

Columbia QuadSquad Rollergirls to host Women’s Flat Track Derby Association (WFTDA) Tournament in Columbia, SC at the National Guard Armory on Bluff Rd.

April 6, 2016

Columbia’s nationally ranked roller derby league, the Columbia QuadSquad Rollergirls, are gearing up  for their 3rd Annual Southern Discomfort Roller Derby Tournament! This is a WFTDA Recognized tournament that will…

SC Chamber statement on SC DOT audit findings

April 6, 2016

State Chamber of Commerce President Ted Pitts released the following statement on results of the Legislative Oversight Committee’s audit of the Department of Transportation: “This audit confirms what the State…

Summer Youth Basketball League registration begins April 25

April 6, 2016

The registration period for the City of Columbia’s Summer Youth Basketball League will begin Monday, April 25, the City’s Parks & Recreation Department announced. Children ages 9-18 can play in the…

Spring Valley Rotary Club awards grant to Meals on Wheels program

April 6, 2016

Senior Resources received a $1,885 grant from the Spring Valley Rotary Club to support the Meals on Wheels program. The funding will be used to provide daily delivery of a…

New date, new Course and Main Street Mile debut at the 44th Annual Governor’s Cup

April 6, 2016

Columbia Regional Sports Council is once again working with Carolina Marathon Association and Lexington Medical Center for the 44th Annual Governor’s Cup Road Race. This year’s event features a new date,…

SCE&G to release water on the lower Saluda River for swift water rescue training

April 6, 2016

SCE&G will release water from Lake Murray into the Lower Saluda River via the Saluda Hydroelectric Plant April 7, 8, 9, 15 and 16 to provide flows needed for the…

South Carolina NxLevel Micro Entrepreneur Education and Training Course graduation ceremony

April 6, 2016

SUMTER, SC – The South Carolina Commission for Minority Affairs in partnership with the Greater Sumter Chamber of Commerce, Santee-Lynches Regional Council of Governments, and a grant provided by USDA…

MSI-Forks Inc. expanding York County operations

April 6, 2016

Company investing $3.5 million to construct a larger York County facility   MSI-Forks Inc., a world leader in fork-arms manufacturing, is expanding its existing operations in York County. The company…

MSI-Forks Inc. expanding York County operations

April 6, 2016

Company investing $3.5 million to construct a larger York County facility   MSI-Forks Inc., a world leader in fork-arms manufacturing, is expanding its existing operations in York County. The company…

NAI Avant arranges ±18,000 square foot industrial building lease

April 6, 2016

NAI Avant senior broker Nick Stomski, SIOR recently represented the landlord in a lease transaction at 130 Atlas Court in Columbia, SC. The property features a ±18,000 square foot industrial…

NAI Avant arranges ±18,000 square foot industrial building lease

April 6, 2016

NAI Avant senior broker Nick Stomski, SIOR recently represented the landlord in a lease transaction at 130 Atlas Court in Columbia, SC. The property features a ±18,000 square foot industrial…

‘Midlands Gives’ sees 50% increase in participating local nonprofits for upcoming 24-hour Giving Challenge on May 3rd

April 6, 2016

Central Carolina Community Foundation releases list of more than 375 local charities More than 375 local nonprofits will participate in the third annual Midlands Gives, a 24-hour online giving challenge…

A Palmetto Health Children’s Emergency Center 20th Anniversary story

April 5, 2016

As a special education teacher at Lexington High School, Suzanne Myers had a special place in her heart for children with special needs. She and her husband, William “Billy” Myers,…

Columbia Tennis Center clay courts resurfacing project completed

April 5, 2016

The clay courts at the Columbia Tennis located at 1635 Whaley Street are open to the public, the City of Columbia Parks and Recreation Department announced. The courts were closed…