Palmetto Health expands sponsorship of GoNoodle Program into Sumter County

March 2, 2016

Program promotes healthy lifestyles among students including activity breaks   As part of an ongoing community outreach to combat childhood obesity, Palmetto Health has expanded its sponsorship of GoNoodle into…

SC Arts Commission announces 2016 Verner Award recipients

March 2, 2016

The South Carolina Arts Commission announces the 2016 Elizabeth O’Neill Verner Governor’s Awards for the Arts, the highest honor the state presents in the arts. Established in 1972, the annual…

SCE&G program brings big savings to small businesses

March 2, 2016

Columbia’s Pecknel Music sees results of energy-efficient lighting upgrade   Small businesses are seeing the results of SCE&G’s Small Business Energy Solutions Program to help them better manage energy costs.…

Paul Hoefer elected shareholder

March 2, 2016

Robinson McFadden announced that Paul H. Hoefer has been elected as a shareholder of the Firm. “Paul is an extraordinary individual who exemplifies professionalism and a commitment to excellence in…

Advertisement of vacancies on the Hospitality Tax Advisory Committee

March 2, 2016

The City of Columbia is accepting applications to fill several vacancies on the Hospitality Tax Advisory Committee.   Hospitality Tax Advisory Committee:  Seeking four (4) restaurant industry applicants for appointment/re-appointment…

Ameris Bank Mortgage Services welcomes Greg McCoy as new mortgage banker

March 2, 2016

Ameris Bank Mortgage Services announced that Greg McCoy has joined the Ameris Bank team. As a Mortgage Banker, McCoy will be responsible for growing Ameris Bank’s Mortgage Services in the…

South Carolina’s Industrial Market accelerates through 2015

March 2, 2016

Key Takeaways Domestic and foreign companies continue to invest in South Carolina, benefitting from the state’s pro-business environment and skilled labor force. 2015 was accompanied by further tightening for South…

Darlington Raceway is looking for its next “Lady in Black”

March 2, 2016

Program is seeking candidates to represent Darlington Raceway throughout the 2016 season   The track Too Tough To Tame is now accepting applications for its Lady in Black position. The…

Longtime Cayce Police Chief announces retirement

March 2, 2016

Chief Charles McNair of the Department of Public Safety in the City of Cayce is retiring after more than 42 years of public service. McNair, a lifelong Cayce resident, started…

Richland Library reopens third level with new look

March 2, 2016

Richland Library Main is undergoing a transformation. Starting March 1, our staff are unveiling the newly renovated and reconfigured Third Level, featuring our state-of-the-art Business, Careers and Research Center. It’s…

Richland County issues a notice to proceed to contractor for two transportation penny projects

March 2, 2016

The Richland Penny Program has issued a Notice to Proceed to Armstrong Contractors LLC to begin construction on the Jouster Street Dirt Road Paving Project and the Sidewalk Package S-1…

Zipit Wireless expands clinical implementation team with Professional Services Director

March 2, 2016

Experienced clinician hired to lead enterprise deployments of secure messaging solution. Zipit Wireless announced the addition of Vicki Dibble as Director of Professional Services. Dibble will oversee implementation and process…

CalmWater Financial expands to new offices

March 2, 2016

CalmWater Financial in Lexington SC has recently moved to expand their office space within the new Patriot Point business complex. Now located at 947 E. Main St., CalmWater has realized…

SC Education Lottery scholarship stories win big at the 2016 ADDY Awards

March 2, 2016

Mad Monkey wins Best in Broadcast and Best in Show With a television campaign showcasing the actual stories of three recipients of SC Education Lottery scholarships, Mad Monkey was awarded…

Irish music supergroup, ‘Cherish the Ladies,’ at Harbison Theatre at Midlands Technical College

March 2, 2016

All-female ensemble hosts special guests including former lead dancer for ‘Riverdance’ For fans of traditional Irish music, it is big news that Cherish the Ladies, the all-female Celtic music supergroup,…

Paul Hoefer elected shareholder

March 2, 2016

Robinson McFadden announced that Paul H. Hoefer has been elected as a shareholder of the Firm. “Paul is an extraordinary individual who exemplifies professionalism and a commitment to excellence in…

SC Arts Commission announces 2016 Verner Award recipients

March 2, 2016

The South Carolina Arts Commission announces the 2016 Elizabeth O’Neill Verner Governor’s Awards for the Arts, the highest honor the state presents in the arts. Established in 1972, the annual…

SC Education Lottery scholarship stories win big at the 2016 ADDY Awards

March 2, 2016

Mad Monkey wins Best in Broadcast and Best in Show With a television campaign showcasing the actual stories of three recipients of SC Education Lottery scholarships, Mad Monkey was awarded…

The law firm of Blair Cato Pickren Casterline wins REGAL Award

March 2, 2016

The law firm of Blair Cato Pickren Casterline announced that it has won the REGAL award for Best Special Promotion. The award was presented at the 27th Annual REGAL Awards…

CalmWater Financial expands to new offices

March 2, 2016

CalmWater Financial in Lexington SC has recently moved to expand their office space within the new Patriot Point business complex. Now located at 947 E. Main St., CalmWater has realized…

United Way Association of South Carolina names Kelly Callahan Cruise as Interim CEO

March 1, 2016

The United Way Association of South Carolina’s (UWASC) Board of Directors has named Kelly Callahan Cruise as Interim CEO. Current president and chief executive officer Timothy Ervolina announced his retirement…

ACT to create center to support Workforce Advancement

March 1, 2016

ACT announced plans to create the ACT Center for Workforce Advancement to better support workforce and career readiness at the national level. The center will support large-scale workforce and career…

This Is My Brave: The Show – shares stories about mental illness

March 1, 2016

The only side of mental illness we see often comes after a heartbreaking loss. This Is My Brave is the other side of the story of mental illness — one…

Westwood Theatre Department win honor select to represent South Carolina at the National Thespian Festival in Nebraska this June

March 1, 2016

The Westwood Drama Department competed and won the Honor Select to represent South Carolina at the National Thespian Festival in Lincoln, Nebraska This June. This honor comes after the students…

1×1 Design announces Tara Jerdan and Nicholas Burger elected to AIA Columbia Board of Directors

March 1, 2016

1×1 Design announces that Tara Jerdan, AIA, and Nicholas Burger, Associate AIA have been elected to serve on the 2016 Board of Directors for the Greater Columbia section of the…

S.C. Chamber statement following press conference on Senate Roads inaction

March 1, 2016

State Chamber of Commerce President Ted Pitts released the following statement after leaders of the business community from around the state joined together at the Statehouse to call on senators…

Kona Gold Solutions, Inc. expands national rollout of energy drinks to include AMAZON.COM

March 1, 2016

Company has already received orders on Amazon.com   Kona Gold Solutions, Inc. (OTC Pink: KGKG), a premierlifestyle brand of exclusivity and status, is currently in the process of establishing distribution…

Honeywell Aaquires Movilizer, leader in simplifying operations for remote connected workers

March 1, 2016

-The Movilizer Cloud Platform Seamlessly Integrates with Honeywell’s Portfolio of Devices, Voice Solutions, Rugged Mobile Computers, and Bar Code Scanners – Software Platform Works on All Mobile Devices, Giving Users…

#1 Jogging stroller brand unveils 2016 line of strollers and matching infant car seats

March 1, 2016

The 2016 BOB® travel systems offer all-terrain durability and top-rated protection when paired up with the new BOB B-Safe 35 Infant Car Seat by Britax®   BOB, the #1 jogging…

Cypress Creek Renewables establishing solar power operations in Lexington County

March 1, 2016

Company investing more than $30 million in three additional Lexington County solar projects Cypress Creek Renewables, a company that specializes in the ownership and development of long-term solar energy projects,…

Cypress Creek Renewables establishing solar power operations in Lexington County

March 1, 2016

Company investing more than $30 million in three additional Lexington County solar projects Cypress Creek Renewables, a company that specializes in the ownership and development of long-term solar energy projects,…

OBO reopens Small Business Disaster Recovery Loan Program

March 1, 2016

The City’s Office of Business Opportunities (OBO) has reopened the Small Business Disaster Recovery Loan Program. The Small Business Disaster Recovery Loan Program is designed to assist small businesses in…

Avison Young Industrial Lease – 7187 Bryhawke Circle

March 1, 2016

Avison Young commercial real estate is pleased to announce that Todd P. Garrett, CCIM, SIOR represented Palms Preferred Properties, LLC in the lease extension of 2,100 sf industrial space located…

Palmetto Health Hospitals receive Blue Distinction Center Designations in multiple categories

March 1, 2016

Palmetto Health hospitals including Palmetto Health Baptist, Palmetto Health Richland and Palmetto Health Tuomey have been designated as Blue Distinction Centers+ for Maternity Care by BlueCross® Blue Shield® of South…

Richland Library reopens third level with new look

March 1, 2016

Richland Library Main is undergoing a transformation. Starting March 1, our staff are unveiling the newly renovated and reconfigured Third Level, featuring our state-of-the-art Business, Careers and Research Center. It’s…

Honoring the best in business in South Carolina while inspiring future leaders

March 1, 2016

On Thursday, March 3rd, Junior Achievement of South Carolina will hold its 32nd annual Hall of Fame – an event created to honor South Carolina’s business leaders who are champions…

Columbia real estate company acquired by largest brokerage in nation

March 1, 2016

Company Brings Together the No. 1 and No. 2 Residential Real Estate Companies in Columbia, South Carolina   MADISON, NJ – NRT LLC, the largest residential real estate brokerage company in…

HUD awards $157 million in disaster recovery funds in South Carolina

March 1, 2016

Funding to help communities impacted by last year’s severe flooding U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Secretary Julián Castro announced $157 million will be awarded to South Carolina…

HUD awards $157 million in disaster recovery funds in South Carolina

March 1, 2016

Funding to help communities impacted by last year’s severe flooding U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Secretary Julián Castro announced $157 million will be awarded to South Carolina…

Diane Salane receives the 2015 Colliers International Community Service Award

March 1, 2016

Diane Salane was awarded the 2015 Colliers International Community Service Award.  This award was established in 2011 to recognize Colliers’ staff for extraordinary commitment and involvement in community, industry and…

Diane Salane receives the 2015 Colliers International Community Service Award

March 1, 2016

Diane Salane was awarded the 2015 Colliers International Community Service Award.  This award was established in 2011 to recognize Colliers’ staff for extraordinary commitment and involvement in community, industry and…

6,000 Midlands residents to participate in the 2016 Midlands Heart Walk

March 1, 2016

More than 6,000 Midlands area residents are expected to attend the annual Midlands Heart Walk on Saturday, March 12th at the Colonial Life Arena in Columbia, SC. Activities kick off…

What Richland Library means to you

March 1, 2016

Community has opportunity to share their experiences   .  . On Thursday, March 3, the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) will shine a spotlight on Richland Library, one of…

NAI Avant represents prominent commercial real estate firm and lists 100% of NC and SC portfolio

March 1, 2016

NAI Avant’s Director of Retail Services Patrick Palmer, CCIM will represent Malon D. Mimms Company, a privately- owned commercial real estate firm based in Atlanta, Georgia, in exclusively listing all…

South Carolina Autism Society hosts Strides for Autism 2016 in the Midlands on Saturday, April 30

March 1, 2016

Register today and form a Strides Team The South Carolina Autism Society announces its annual signature fundraising and awareness walk, Strides for Autism 2016. The event will take placeSaturday, April 30…

Grammy Award-winning Parker Quartet joins with Grammy Award-winning composer

March 1, 2016

Inspiring performances, luminous sound and exceptional musicianship are hallmarks of USC’s Chamber Music Residency   “The joy the Parker Quartet brings to the music-making process is infectious, and their residency…

Candidates set off to raise funds in 10 weeks

March 1, 2016

Inaugural Midlands 2016 Man & Woman of the Year Campaign launches March 3rd   The South Carolina Chapter of The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) has announced that 4 candidates …

Colonial Life contributes $2.4 million to community organizations

March 1, 2016

Company and employees combine efforts to benefit region’s nonprofits   Colonial Life and its employees teamed up to contribute more than $2.4 million across the region last year. The multi-million-dollar…

Columbia Chamber seeks applications for Leadership Columbia Program

March 1, 2016

Leadership Columbia Class of 2016-2017 Applications Now Open The Columbia Chamber’s leadership program, Leadership Columbia, is now taking applications for the Class of 2016 – 2017. Founded in 1942, the…

Society of Thoracic Surgeons’ awards Providence Hospitals its top rating for the 18th consecutive time

March 1, 2016

The prestigious rating shows Providence is among the top 15 percent nationally among hospitals performing coronary bypass surgery The Society of Thoracic Surgeons (STS) has awarded its highest overall rating…