Senator Marlon Kimpson files Affordable Housing Legislation

February 10, 2016

On Tuesday, February 9, 2016, State Senator Marlon Kimpson (D-Charleston) introduced three bills aimed at improving affordable housing opportunities throughout the state of South Carolina. “We have a problem. The…

SOL Southwest Kitchen & Tequila Bar raises over $1,300 for the local Ronald McDonald House

February 10, 2016

This past Holiday season, SOL Southwest Kitchen & Tequila Bar paired up with local charity chapter Ronald McDonald House (RMH) of Charleston to raise money to support countless House initiatives…

Municipal Association of SC elects new officers, board member

February 10, 2016

Walterboro Mayor Bill Young has become president of the Municipal Association of SC. Young was elected president by the Association’s board at its December meeting to fill the unexpired term…

Bring a friend, lose weight and gain $10,000 this February at O2 Fitness

February 10, 2016

Refer a buddy and be entered to win pumped-up prizes   Studies show that people are up to seven times more likely to achieve their fitness goals when exercising with…

Graham opposes Obama Budget and Obama Proposal on MOX Funding

February 10, 2016

U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) made this statement on the Obama Administration’s decision to terminate the MOX program at Savannah River Site and the Obama Administration’s budget submission to…

Hartsville-Coker Concert Association to present Organ Recital by Don Grice

February 10, 2016

On Feb. 22, 2016 at 7:30 p.m., the Hartsville-Coker Concert Association will present organist Don Grice in a recital at St. Bartholomew’s Episcopal Church. Grice, director of music and senior…

OBO launches Small Business Disaster Recovery Loan Program

February 10, 2016

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

Coker College professor Mal Hyman to announce run for U.S. Congress

February 10, 2016

Coker College Professor of Sociology Mal Hyman will announce his run for the Democratic nomination for South Carolina’s 7th Congressional District on Thursday, Feb. 11, at 11:45 a.m. at the…

Richland County facility upgrades set to improve services, amenities

February 10, 2016

Richland County residents will have greater and improved access to County services and public facilities as several major building and renovation projects reach completion in the coming months and remainder…

Jason Speake joins South Carolina Power Team as Senior Project Manager

February 10, 2016

South Carolina Power Team announces the addition of Jason Speake to its Global Business team as senior project manager. In his new role Jason will focus on new industry recruitment and…

Newmark Grubb Wilson Kibler hires Research Director

February 10, 2016

Newmark Grubb Wilson Kibler, a leading real estate services firm, announces the hiring of John Anderson as the new Research Director. Before starting at Newmark Grubb Wilson Kibler, John was…

SC BlueCross, SC BlueChoice start Maternity Blue Distinction Program, recognize South Carolina hospitals for delivering quality, affordable maternity care

February 10, 2016

In an effort to help prospective parents find hospitals that deliver quality, affordable maternity care, BlueCross®BlueShield® of South Carolina and BlueChoice® Health Plan of South Carolina announce the first hospitals…

Richland One to celebrate 20th anniversary of district’s Challenger Learning Center

February 10, 2016

For 20 years, a spirit of adventure and a love of science and math, along with the help of a space flight simulator, have “transported” thousands of students, teachers and…

U.S. Chamber’s 4th Annual International IP Index finds Global IP Environment continues upward trend

February 10, 2016

Research document ranks IP Environments, commitment to innovation in 38 Economies around the world   The U.S. Chamber of Commerce released its 4th annual International IP Index, “Infinite Possibilities,” which found…

State Chamber, SCMA, Business Community release statement following hearing on H.4555 Bill to repeal Right to Work law

February 10, 2016

The South Carolina Chamber of Commerce President Ted Pitts, the South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance President Lewis Gossett, and President & CEO of Cox Industries, Mikee Johnson, today released the following…

Caldwell Commercial new listing – Aviation Business Park IV

February 10, 2016

Caldwell Commercial announce its new listing, available September 2016, at 5895 Core Road, North Charleston, SC. Aviation Business Park IV, offers a minimum of 10,400 SF and a maximum of…

Nexsen Pruet expands Upstate employment practice

February 10, 2016

Ashley Robertson Parr has joined Nexsen Pruet’s Greenville office as an associate with the Employment and Labor Law group. Parr’s legal experience includes a variety of areas such as workers’…

Jindal Films America selects O’Neal for Georgia film plant

February 10, 2016

O’Neal, Inc., an integrated design and construction firm, has been selected to provide Engineering-Procurement-Construction (EPC) services for Jindal Films America (JFA) LLC for their biaxially oriented polypropylene film (BOPP) line…

Chiropractic practice of Clemson University’s athletes locates in downtown Greenville

February 10, 2016

Dr. Michael Nelson and Dr. Kelsey Nelson of Carolina Active Health Chiropractic recently announced their grand opening at 16 Mills Avenue in Greenville. Carolina Active Health provides holistic and customized…

Cupcakes to sandwiches

February 10, 2016

SWEET: A Cupcake Company will add gourmet sandwiches to its gourmet cupcake and specialty cake lineup beginning Mar. 1. “Just in time for spring,” says Kemperlyn Graham, who – along…

South Carolina ranks 2nd in % solar job growth nationally

February 10, 2016

The Solar Foundation (TSF), an independent nonprofit research and education organization, today released state-by-state data from its annual National Solar Jobs Census series via the State Solar Jobs Census Map (www.SolarStates.org).  This year’s State Census provides…

South Carolina ranks 2nd in % solar job growth nationally

February 10, 2016

The Solar Foundation (TSF), an independent nonprofit research and education organization, today released state-by-state data from its annual National Solar Jobs Census series via the State Solar Jobs Census Map (www.SolarStates.org).  This year’s State Census provides…

Five Points continues Centennial celebrations with documentary short video, more beautification projects

February 10, 2016

New restaurants and retail shops add sparkle to popular leisure district   Five Points’ 100th birthday initiatives have been so fruitful, and growth in the dining and retail sectors has…

Judge Casey Manning to give keynote at Kids’ Chance of South Carolina Gala

February 10, 2016

Judge Casey Manning of S.C.’s Fifth Judicial Circuit will give the keynote address to members of the state’s legal and medical communities at the annual gala for Kids’ Chance of…

John Denver Tribute comes to Camden, SC

February 10, 2016

A fundraiser for the Habitat for Humanity of Kershaw County The Fine Arts Center of Kershaw County (FAC) is proud to be a producing sponsor for this special fundraising event…

NAI Avant arranges lease renewals on ±12,613 SF of suburban office space

February 10, 2016

NAI Avant senior broker Roger Winn represented the landlord in multiple lease renewals at Parklane Centre in Columbia, SC. The tenant, SC Department of Health and Human Services, renewed four…

NAI Avant arranges lease renewals on ±12,613 SF of suburban office space

February 10, 2016

NAI Avant senior broker Roger Winn represented the landlord in multiple lease renewals at Parklane Centre in Columbia, SC. The tenant, SC Department of Health and Human Services, renewed four…

Cupcakes to sandwiches

February 10, 2016

SWEET: A Cupcake Company will add gourmet sandwiches to its gourmet cupcake and specialty cake lineup beginning Mar. 1. “Just in time for spring,” says Kemperlyn Graham, who – along…

Five Points continues Centennial celebrations with documentary short video, more beautification projects

February 10, 2016

New restaurants and retail shops add sparkle to popular leisure district   Five Points’ 100th birthday initiatives have been so fruitful, and growth in the dining and retail sectors has…

John Denver Tribute comes to Camden, SC

February 10, 2016

A fundraiser for the Habitat for Humanity of Kershaw County The Fine Arts Center of Kershaw County (FAC) is proud to be a producing sponsor for this special fundraising event…

Judge Casey Manning to give keynote at Kids’ Chance of South Carolina Gala

February 10, 2016

Judge Casey Manning of S.C.’s Fifth Judicial Circuit will give the keynote address to members of the state’s legal and medical communities at the annual gala for Kids’ Chance of…

Lee Haynsworth joins Coldwell Banker Caine in Greenville

February 9, 2016

Coldwell Banker Caine recently welcomed Lee Haynsworth as a residential sales agent to its Greenville office. Lee joins Coldwell Banker Caine with a background as a paralegal for Resurgent Capital…

U.S. Engine Valve donation

February 9, 2016

U.S. Engine Valve/Nittan Valve made a $20,000 donation to the Tri-County Technical College Foundation to purchase two DEPCO ER2U robots for the Corporate and Community Education Division’s Mechatronics program.  …

Local Harley-Davidson® Dealer recognized for outstanding performance

February 9, 2016

Harley Haven was awarded with the Harley-Davidson Motor Company prestigious Gold Bar & Shield Circle of Excellence Award for the 2015 calendar year. This award is presented to the top…

The Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina recently selected two Benedict College students for their 2016 President’s Fellow Program

February 9, 2016

Fellows are exposed to all aspects of philanthropy including grantmaking, financial management, community building, public policy and issue driven initiatives. “The President’s Fellows Program gives the Foundation an opportunity to…

Doug Bridges named REALTOR® of the Year

February 9, 2016

Central Carolina REALTORS® Association of South Carolina recently named Doug Bridges 2015 REALTOR® of the Year. Mr. Bridges from Coldwell Banker United, REALTORS accepted the prestigious honor along with his…

Williamson honored as State Employee of the Year by S.C. Association of Regional Councils of Government

February 9, 2016

The S.C. Association of Regional Councils of Government named James C. “Jimmie” Williamson, Ph.D., president of the SC Technical College System, as State Employee of the Year. Williamson was recognized…

Williamson honored as State Employee of the Year by S.C. Association of Regional Councils of Government

February 9, 2016

The S.C. Association of Regional Councils of Government named James C. “Jimmie” Williamson, Ph.D., president of the SC Technical College System, as State Employee of the Year. Williamson was recognized…

NAI Avant procures industrial lease in Columbia, SC

February 9, 2016

NAI Avant senior brokers Gerald Steele and Macon Lovelace facilitated leasing 110 Leventis Drive in Columbia. The industrial building is ±9,060 square feet. The property was leased to Hinson Cabinet…

NAI Avant procures industrial lease in Columbia, SC

February 9, 2016

NAI Avant senior brokers Gerald Steele and Macon Lovelace facilitated leasing 110 Leventis Drive in Columbia. The industrial building is ±9,060 square feet. The property was leased to Hinson Cabinet…

Richland Penny Opens Section of the Innovista Phase One Project to the Public

February 8, 2016

LAD Corporation, the contractor for the Innovista Phase One Project, has opened up a portion of the project to the public today. The section of Greene Street between Assembly Street…

City of Columbia Parks and Recreation Department provides updates on parks, facilities damaged during October flood

February 8, 2016

The City of Columbia Parks and Recreation Department continues repairs at several parks and facilities that were damaged during the October 2015 flood. Below is an update on the repair…

Good Done Great launches the only fully unified corporate social responsibility technology suite

February 8, 2016

The cloud-based platform enables Fortune 1000 companies to execute engaging employee giving, volunteer and corporate grant programs and initiatives through one platform. “Until now, corporations wanting to unify their CSR…

Ameris Bank announces Peggy Small as Mt. Pleasant Branch Manager

February 8, 2016

Ameris Bank has named Peggy Small as branch manager of the Mt. Pleasant location. In this role she will build and maintain banking relationships in the Mt. Pleasant area and…

Local works companies thrive from bustling cowork space

February 8, 2016

One and a half years after launch, Lowcountry Local First has announced the annual revenue of the 42 entrepreneurs in the organization’s Local Works coworking space exceeds $16,000,000. The space…

The Beach Company celebrates 70th anniversary by supporting Memminger Elementary reading programs

February 8, 2016

The Beach Company has partnered with Memminger Elementary School in Charleston, to promote literacy by providing mentorship to students, donating books to the school library and building a special “book…

GSP welcomes Outstanding Hospitality Management

February 8, 2016

GSP Airport District officials announce Outstanding Hospitality Management (OHM) as the new food and beverage operators for R.J. Rockers Flight Room and Thomas Creek Grill currently operating at GSP International…

Grainger Generating Station stacks fall

February 8, 2016

Santee Cooper brought down Grainger Generating Station’s two, 300-foot stacks, the final significant structures to be removed in the ongoing dismantling of the station and a significant symbol of Santee…

Deborah McKetty named to Federal Reserve Bank Community Investment Council

February 8, 2016

Deborah McKetty, the executive director of CommunityWorks, was recently named to the Community Investment Council of the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond. McKetty was selected based on her expertise and…

Sandlapper Capital Investments, LLC closes acquisition of three Florida properties, launches syndicated portfolio for accredited investors

February 8, 2016

Sandlapper Capital Investments, LLC (“Sandlapper”) announced today it has closed three mixed-use office and industrial properties in Longwood, Lakeland and Melbourne, Florida for an undisclosed price. The properties are made…