James E. Clyburn Golf Center to Host Girls Golf Clinics

June 15, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – The James E. Clyburn Golf Center, a LPGA-USGA Girls Golf site, is hosting free golf clinics for girls ages 5-18 beginning Saturday, June. 20. The James E.…

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More than 500 Realtors® to attend conference in Hilton Head

June 15, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – South Carolina REALTORS® (SCR) and the North Carolina Association of REALTORS® (NCAR) have joined forces to offer a combined annual conference in Hilton Head this September 12-15,…

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Science and Mathematics Governor’s School Kicks off GoSciTech

June 15, 2015

Four weeks of STEM summer camps in Hartsville, SC   COLUMBIA, SC – The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics (GSSM) kicked off GoSciTech, the School’s annual, residential, summer…

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Coker College Art Program Receives National Accreditation

June 15, 2015

HARTSVILLE, SC – The Coker College Art Program has been granted Associate Membership by the National Association of Schools of Art and Design (NASAD). “NASAD accreditation is an affirmation of both…

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Williams Family Gives Study Abroad Scholarship

June 15, 2015

HARTSVILLE, SC – The family of Mac Williams, associate professor of Spanish at Coker College, has endowed a study abroad scholarship in memory of his father, John McLarty Williams, Jr. “I…

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The Savvy Musician in ACTION announces award winners Peter Ferry and Xuan capture top award at Chamber Showcase

June 15, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – The Savvy Musician in ACTION workshop wrapped up its intensive workshop week with the Arts Venture Challenge and announcement of the Chamber Showcase winners. Sixty participants from…

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GTL Begins Providing Video Visitation Services to the South Carolina Department of Corrections

June 15, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Global Tel*Link (GTL), the leading provider of integrated correctional technology solutions, announces that it has provided video visitation and scheduling management technology to the South Carolina Department of…

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Windle Named General Manager, Dominion Carolina Gas Transmission

June 15, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Dominion Resources Inc. (NYSE: D) has named Keith Windle general manager of Dominion Carolina Gas Transmission. Windle, who began his new position June 1, will be based in Columbia…

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Gov. Nikki Haley Announces Final Unemployment Trust Fund Loan Payment

June 15, 2015

Early Payment Saves Millions In Tax Dollars, Reestablishes Solvency   COLUMBIA, SC – Gov. Nikki Haley and the South Carolina Department of Employment and Workforce (DEW) announced that the almost $1…

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Innovista Phase One Groundbreaking Ceremony

June 15, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – The Richland County Transportation Penny Program held the groundbreaking for Phase I of its Innovista project today at 10 a.m. at the Greene Street athletic fields. “This…

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SC passes sales tax exemption for owner operator aircraft parts

June 15, 2015

Supporters anticipate more capital investment and jobs   COLUMBIA, SC – South Carolina Governor Nikki Haley has signed a bill into law removing the state’s seven percent sales tax from…

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SC passes sales tax exemption for owner operator aircraft parts

June 15, 2015

Supporters anticipate more capital investment and jobs   COLUMBIA, SC – South Carolina Governor Nikki Haley has signed a bill into law removing the state’s seven percent sales tax from…

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SC passes sales tax exemption for owner operator aircraft parts

June 15, 2015

Supporters anticipate more capital investment and jobs   COLUMBIA, SC – South Carolina Governor Nikki Haley has signed a bill into law removing the state’s seven percent sales tax from…

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Move Over Online Travel, Global Hospitality with a Twist of Southern Charm is Here

June 14, 2015

IRMO, SC – Candace Pengra built a tremendous career with over 15 years of sales, marketing, and operations experience.  Pengra has worked with several national branded hotels among them Marriott…

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Columbia Museum of Art Contemporaries Announce New Board Members and Executive Committee

June 13, 2015

Next generation of museum supporters plan year of cultural and social events   COLUMBIA, SC – The Contemporaries, a membership affiliate group of the Columbia Museum of Art dedicated to engaging…

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Wells Fargo Supports GSSM’s iTEAMS Xtreme Camp

June 13, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics (GSSM) received $10,000 from Wells Fargo in support of its iTEAMS Xtreme summer camp in Florence County. iTEAMS…

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Summer Movies Series at Riverfront Park

June 13, 2015

Movies are held on Friday nights during June and July. The following movies are free and open to the public: June 19: “How to Train Your Dragon 2” June 26:…

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Esri selects Beitz and Daigh Geographics for ArcGIS Online Specialty Designation

June 12, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Beitz and Daigh Geographics, an Esri Silver Partner, was recently recognized by Esri as a new member of its “ArcGIS Online Specialty” designation. This designation is limited…

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SCRA Technology Ventures Announces Investments

June 12, 2015

SC Launch Board Finalizes Investments for Two Columbia Companies   SUMMERVILLE, SC – SCRA Technology Ventures’ SC Launch Board recently finalized investments for two South Carolina companies. Pandoodle and TerraStride, both…

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SCRA Technology Ventures Announces Investments

June 12, 2015

SC Launch Board Finalizes Investments for Two Columbia Companies   SUMMERVILLE, SC – SCRA Technology Ventures’ SC Launch Board recently finalized investments for two South Carolina companies. Pandoodle and TerraStride, both…

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EdVenture Program Manager Chosen to Present at National Maker Faire

June 12, 2015

Daniel Cummins Represents South Carolina with DIY Kitchen Sink Piano   COLUMBIA, SC – Daniel Cummins, the inventor of the Kitchen Sink Piano and EdVenture Children’s Museum’s Maker Program Manager, has…

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United Way of the Midlands Announces 2015 Blueprint for Leadership Graduates

June 12, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – United Way of the Midlands recognized 19 emerging community leaders during the 2015 Blueprint for Leadership Gradation, held June 11 at the Greater Columbia Chamber of Commerce. United Way’s Blueprint…

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Columbia Children’s Author to Present at the 5th World Children’s Festival

June 12, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Columbia Children’s Author and Educator, Darla Davenport-Powell is invited to host “The Wonderful World of Imagination” workshop at the 5th World Children’s Festival in Washington, D.C. on July…

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Greer Bancshares Incorporated Reports Change in Executive Leadershi

June 12, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC – Greer Bancshares, Incorporated reported that effective immediately, J. Richard Medlock, Jr. has been named Interim President and Chief Executive Officer of Greer Bancshares, Inc. and its subsidiary…

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Greer Bancshares Incorporated Reports Change in Executive Leadership

June 12, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC – Greer Bancshares, Incorporated reported that effective immediately, J. Richard Medlock, Jr. has been named Interim President and Chief Executive Officer of Greer Bancshares, Inc. and its subsidiary…

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Esri selects Beitz and Daigh Geographics for ArcGIS Online Specialty Designation

June 12, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Beitz and Daigh Geographics, an Esri Silver Partner, was recently recognized by Esri as a new member of its “ArcGIS Online Specialty” designation. This designation is limited…

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Greer Bancshares Incorporated Reports Change in Executive Leadershi

June 12, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC – Greer Bancshares, Incorporated reported that effective immediately, J. Richard Medlock, Jr. has been named Interim President and Chief Executive Officer of Greer Bancshares, Inc. and its subsidiary…

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State Forester Gene Kodama to receive SAF’s Gifford Pinchot Medal

June 12, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – South Carolina State Forester Gene Kodama has been selected to receive the Society of American Foresters’ Gifford Pinchot Medal. One of the most esteemed forestry awards in…

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United Way of the Midlands Announces 2015 Blueprint for Leadership Graduates

June 12, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – United Way of the Midlands recognized 19 emerging community leaders during the 2015 Blueprint for Leadership Gradation, held June 11 at the Greater Columbia Chamber of Commerce. United Way’s Blueprint…

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Columbia Children’s Author to Present at the 5th World Children’s Festival

June 12, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Columbia Children’s Author and Educator, Darla Davenport-Powell is invited to host “The Wonderful World of Imagination” workshop at the 5th World Children’s Festival in Washington, D.C. on July…

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South Carolina State Museum Receives Six Awards for Renovation and Expansion Project

June 11, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC — The South Carolina State Museum receives six awards for its major $23 million “Windows to New Worlds” renovation and expansion that opened in August 2014. The industry-leading…

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Colliers International’s Scurry & Smith take home top honor from national Colliers Retail group

June 11, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – At the ICSC 2015 RECon in Las Vegas, Colliers International | South Carolina’s JP Scurry, CCIM, and Scottie Smith were announced as the winners of the 2014…

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Wells Fargo sponsors 329th Habitat Greenville Home Build

June 11, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC – Construction started this week on the first Wells Fargo-sponsored Habitat for Humanity of Greenville County Home Build. Wells Fargo and Habitat representatives were on site in the…

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Palmetto Girls State Participates in Parade to the State House

June 11, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Palmetto Girls State and Palmetto Boys State will join in a parade down Main Street to the steps of the South Carolina State House. The annual parade is…

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Fisher & Phillips Attorney Earns Specialist Designation from State Supreme Court

June 11, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Reyburn Lominack III, an attorney in the Columbia office of Fisher & Phillips LLP, has earned certification from the South Carolina Supreme Court as a specialist in…

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Richland County Recreation Foundation Receives $20,000 Grant to Support Richland County Recreation Commission’s Out-of-School Time Programs

June 11, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Richland County Recreation Foundation in partnership with the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA), has received a $20,000 grant to support Richland County Recreation Commission’s out-of-school time…

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CIU Adds Sports Management Major

June 11, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Columbia International University is adding an undergraduate bachelor’s degree in Sports Management this fall. The program will blend an academically challenging curriculum with valuable practical experience, preparing…

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Blair Cato Pickren Casterline Attorney Has Been Selected to 2015 SC Super Lawyer List for 8th Consecutive Year

June 11, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC –  The law firm of Blair Cato Pickren Casterline is pleased to announce that Kristine Cato has been selected to the 2015 South Carolina Super Lawyers list in the…

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Blair Cato Pickren Casterline Attorney Has Been Selected to 2015 SC Super Lawyer List for 8th Consecutive Year

June 11, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC –  The law firm of Blair Cato Pickren Casterline is pleased to announce that Kristine Cato has been selected to the 2015 South Carolina Super Lawyers list in the…

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Colonial Life names four to new leadership posts

June 11, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Colonial Life & Accident Insurance Co. recently named four professionals to new leadership posts within the company:   Steve Bygott has been promoted to vice president, Market Development.…

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Collins & Lacy Co-Founder to Commemorate 800th Anniversary of Magna Carta in Runnymede, England

June 11, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Collins & Lacy, P.C. co-founder, Joel Collins, is set to travel to Runnymede, England to observe the 800th Anniversary of the sealing of Magna Carta, where an…

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Fisher & Phillips Attorney Earns Specialist Designation from State Supreme Court

June 11, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Reyburn Lominack III, an attorney in the Columbia office of Fisher & Phillips LLP, has earned certification from the South Carolina Supreme Court as a specialist in…

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Palmetto Girls State Participates in Parade to the State House

June 11, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Palmetto Girls State and Palmetto Boys State will join in a parade down Main Street to the steps of the South Carolina State House. The annual parade is…

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Richland County Recreation Foundation Receives $20,000 Grant to Support Richland County Recreation Commission’s Out-of-School Time Programs

June 11, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Richland County Recreation Foundation in partnership with the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA), has received a $20,000 grant to support Richland County Recreation Commission’s out-of-school time…

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South Carolina State Museum Receives Six Awards for Renovation and Expansion Project

June 11, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC — The South Carolina State Museum receives six awards for its major $23 million “Windows to New Worlds” renovation and expansion that opened in August 2014. The industry-leading…

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CIU Adds Sports Management Major

June 11, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Columbia International University is adding an undergraduate bachelor’s degree in Sports Management this fall. The program will blend an academically challenging curriculum with valuable practical experience, preparing…

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Collins & Lacy Co-Founder to Commemorate 800th Anniversary of Magna Carta in Runnymede, England

June 11, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Collins & Lacy, P.C. co-founder, Joel Collins, is set to travel to Runnymede, England to observe the 800th Anniversary of the sealing of Magna Carta, where an…

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Colonial Life names four to new leadership posts

June 11, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Colonial Life & Accident Insurance Co. recently named four professionals to new leadership posts within the company:   Steve Bygott has been promoted to vice president, Market Development.…

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EDTS Named Gold Partner by WatchGuard® Technologies

June 11, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC –  EDTS, a regional IT services company specializing in managed IT services, network security, and advanced infrastructure for Southeastern businesses, has been named a WatchGuard ONE Gold Partner…

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The Ponds Conservancy earns South Carolina Historic Preservation Award and opens new archaeology exhibition

June 10, 2015

CHARLESTON, SC – On Friday, June 5 The Ponds Conservancy was awarded the 2015 Historic Preservation Award. The Conservancy was recognized for their stewardship of the historic Schultz-Lotz farmhouse. Thirteen…

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