A Conversation With Health Sciences South Carolina CEO Dr. Helga Rippen

June 2, 2015

On Tuesday of this week, Health Sciences South Carolina (HSSC) was awarded a $15.3 million grant from Charlotte-based philanthropy organization, The Duke Endowment, to support the transformation of health in…

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The Duke Endowment Awards $15.3 Million to Health Sciences South Carolina to Advance South Carolina-North Carolina Health Collaborative

June 2, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC  – South Carolina and North Carolina have many things in common: southern heritage, a love of good food and family, beautiful beaches and mountains. The two states also…

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The Duke Endowment Awards $15.3 Million to Health Sciences South Carolina to Advance South Carolina-North Carolina Health Collaborative

June 2, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC  – South Carolina and North Carolina have many things in common: southern heritage, a love of good food and family, beautiful beaches and mountains. The two states also…

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ERA Wilder Realty Announces Merger

June 2, 2015

NEWBERRY, SC –  ERA Wilder Realty announced the merger of ERA Wilder Realty and TLC Realty. The combined firm will conduct business as ERA Wilder Realty. Eddie Wilder founded his…

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Franseen Joins Greer State Bank Mortgage

June 2, 2015

GREER, SC – Greer State Bank Mortgage welcomes Brad Franseen as Assistant Vice President, Mortgage Loan Officer. Brad brings over 14 years of experience in the mortgage industry and will…

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Franseen Joins Greer State Bank Mortgage

June 2, 2015

GREER, SC – Greer State Bank Mortgage welcomes Brad Franseen as Assistant Vice President, Mortgage Loan Officer. Brad brings over 14 years of experience in the mortgage industry and will…

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ERA Wilder Realty Announces Merger

June 2, 2015

NEWBERRY, SC –  ERA Wilder Realty announced the merger of ERA Wilder Realty and TLC Realty. The combined firm will conduct business as ERA Wilder Realty. Eddie Wilder founded his…

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Franseen Joins Greer State Bank Mortgage

June 2, 2015

GREER, SC – Greer State Bank Mortgage welcomes Brad Franseen as Assistant Vice President, Mortgage Loan Officer. Brad brings over 14 years of experience in the mortgage industry and will…

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New Lexington Smashburger to Partner with Children’s Chance; Opening Month Promotion to Support Pediatric Cancer Care Organization

June 2, 2015

LEXINGTON, SC – Smashburger, which opened its third Columbia-area location on June 2 at 5449 Sunset Boulevard in Lexington, will be supporting Children’s Chance of South Carolina as its charitable…

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Providence Physicians’ practices earn national recognition for patient-centered care

June 2, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC –The National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) announced that several Providence Physicians’ practices received the NCQA Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH) Recognition for using evidence-based, patient-centered processes that focus…

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Unique leadership academy formed in Charleston

June 1, 2015

Program to bring global business executives to the Lowcountry to learn from battlefield history   CHARLESTON, SC  ̶   A new alliance between The Citadel and Battlefield Leadership, LLC, will bring…

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Charleston Carifest Celebrates 10 years of Caribbean American Heritage Month

June 1, 2015

CHARLESTON, SC – Charleston Carifest Caribbean Carnival will celebrate ten years of Caribbean American Heritage Month, June 11 – 14, with seven events over four days. The theme for this…

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Michelin Expands Revolutionary Premier® Tire Line For Light Trucks, SUVs And CUVs

June 1, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC – Michelin announced that the new MICHELIN® Premier®LTX® tire with revolutionary EverGrip™ Technology is now available to consumers across North America through more than 10,000 authorized dealer locations. Following the…

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KEMET Receives Global Operations Excellence Award from TTI

June 1, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC – KEMET Corporation (NYSE: KEM), a leading manufacturer of electronics components, is proud to announce that it has been awarded TTI’s Global Operations Excellence Award. In its fourth year, the…

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CresCom Bank and the College of Charleston’s Department of Hospitality and Tourism Management Name Recipients of Annual Hospitality Business Plan Competition

June 1, 2015

CHARLESTON, SC – CresCom Bank, in conjunction with the College of Charleston’s Department of Hospitality and Tourism Management (HTMT), have selected four winning teams from its annual Hospitality Business Plan competition.…

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CresCom Bank Expands Team with New Hires this Spring

June 1, 2015

CHARLESTON, SC – CresCom Bank, the leader in community banking throughout the Carolinas, has expanded its team this spring with four new members. CresCom Bank has added Rachel Dunn to its…

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NAI Avant Facilitates ±3,323 Medical Office Lease in Mount Pleasant, SC

June 1, 2015

CHARLESTON, SC – David Grubbs, Managing Principal & Broker in Charge, and Scott Peevy, Broker, recently facilitated a ±3,323 square foot medical office lease at 767 Johnnie Dodds Boulevard in Mount…

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Avison Young Office Lease – 272 Coleman Boulevard

June 1, 2015

CHARLESTON, SC – Avison Young commercial real estate is pleased to announce that Jeremy Willits and Gerry Schauer represented the landlord, Maple View Properties, LLC in the lease of a…

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Avison Young Commercial Sale – 852 Lowcountry Boulevard

June 1, 2015

MT. PLEASANT, SC – Avison Young commercial real estate announces that Leslie M. Fellabom represented Lumiaina, LLC in the purchase of a 1,934 SF office condo located at 852 Lowcountry Boulevard…

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Avison Young Lease Extension – 1417 Stuart Engals Blvd.

June 1, 2015

CHARLESTON, SC – Avison Young commercial real estate announces that Jeremy Willits and Gerry Schauer represented the landlord, TS Investments I, LLC in the lease extension of an office space…

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eGroup, Lori Sussman Named to 2015 CRN Women of the Channel Power 50

June 1, 2015

MOUNT PLEASANT, SC – eGroup, Technology Solutions for Serious Competitors,  announced today that Lori Sussman, Vice President, Services has been named to The Channel Company’s prestigious 2015 CRN® Women of the…

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Ryan Neville, SC Bar YLD Programs Receive Recognition at ABA Conference

June 1, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Ryan Neville of Wills, Massalon and Allen, LLC in Charleston received an American Bar Association (ABA) Young Lawyers Division (YLD) Star of the Quarter award for his contribution…

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Graham Announces Retirement from United States Air Force

June 1, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) is retiring after more than three decades of service to the United States Air Force. “I’ll turn 60 this summer which is…

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113th Annual Gala Awards Call for Nominations

June 1, 2015

The Columbia Chamber is Now Accepting Nominations for the Military Advocate, Small and Minority Advocate and Young Professional of the Year Categories   COLUMBIA, SC – The Columbia Chamber’s 113th…

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Colonial Life recognizes 49 for superior customer service

June 1, 2015

The employees were recently selected for the company’s prestigious Aspire program.   COLUMBIA, SC – Forty-nine employees have been recognized by Colonial Life & Accident Insurance for superior customer service. The…

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David Cuda of Colliers International elected President of South Carolina Economic Developers’ Association

June 1, 2015

Association’s former Vice President steps into greater role as outlook for state’s economic development looks better than ever   COLUMBIA, SC – Colliers International’s David Cuda has been elected President of…

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David Cuda of Colliers International elected President of South Carolina Economic Developers’ Association

June 1, 2015

Association’s former Vice President steps into greater role as outlook for state’s economic development looks better than ever   COLUMBIA, SC – Colliers International’s David Cuda has been elected President of…

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USO South Carolina and Verizon Wireless Unveil New United through Reading Room for South Carolina National Guard

June 1, 2015

United through Reading Military Program allows deploying service members to read a bedtime story to their children   COLUMBIA, SC – Today, thanks to Verizon Wireless, the USO South Carolina opened…

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Tim Sease Named to #2 Spot on Bank Investment Consultant Magazine’s Top Program Managers List

June 1, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Tim B. Sease, executive vice president and director of South State Investment Services, was selected as the #2 spot on the Bank Investment Consultant 2015 Top Program Managers…

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Mayor Benjamin elected AAMA President

June 1, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin was elected President of the African American Mayor’s Association (AAMA) today at the organization’s 2015 Annual Conference in Washington DC replacing outgoing AAMA President…

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The First Tee of Columbia Summer Golf Sessions for Children

June 1, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – The First Tee of Columbia at the James E. Clyburn Golf Center will hold the Summer Golf Session for children ages 5-17 from June 10-August 15, 2015.…

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Abacus office building as winner of the 2015 American Institute of Architects South Carolina Design Award for Adaptive Reuse/Renovation Merit

June 1, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Abacus announces that its office building at 2500 Devine Street is the winner of the 2015 American Institute of Architects South Carolina Design Award for Adaptive Reuse/Renovation…

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SCE&G Urges Customers to Prepare for Hurricane Season

June 1, 2015

CAYCE, SC – With today marking the start of the 2015 Atlantic hurricane season, SCE&G is reminding customers to prepare now for the possibility of a hurricane impacting South Carolina. The…

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Mental Illness Recovery Center, Inc. Awarded Three-Year CARF Accreditation

June 1, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – The Mental Illness Recovery Center, Inc. (MIRCI) has been accredited by CARF International for a period of three years for its Community Housing, Community Integration, and Supported Living…

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1×1 Design Celebrates Four Years

June 1, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – On June 1, 2015, 1×1 Design marks the fourth anniversary as a company.  Since the formation of the company, 1×1 Design has grown a portfolio of in-progress projects…

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House Ways and Means Passes Supplemental Budget

June 1, 2015

Budget Committee Funds Infrastructure, Reduces Debt   COLUMBIA, SC – The House Ways and Means Committee adopted H. 4230, a supplemental appropriations bill, by a vote of 23-0.  The bill was introduced…

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State House Report: Top Three Things You Need to Know

June 1, 2015

By Ashley Hunter    Criminal Domestic Violence Bill The House and Senate amended and approved S. 3, the Criminal Domestic Violence bill and sent the bill to Governor Haley last…

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Campaign to Clean Up Broad River Corridor Goes Beyond Litter Control

June 1, 2015

By Latoisha Green   When it comes to litter, one person’s trash is everybody’s problem. From cigarette butts to a soda cans, trash along our streets and sidewalks is not…

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Phillips Staffing Adds Lori Morgan as Sales Account Executive

June 1, 2015

COLUMBIA-AIKEN, SC – Surging demand for top talent and human capital solutions by manufacturing and logistics organizations across the Southeast has led Phillips Staffing, one of South Carolina’s largest and…

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Phillips Staffing Adds Lori Morgan as Sales Account Executive

June 1, 2015

COLUMBIA-AIKEN, SC – Surging demand for top talent and human capital solutions by manufacturing and logistics organizations across the Southeast has led Phillips Staffing, one of South Carolina’s largest and…

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SCRA Technology Ventures Announces Partnership

June 1, 2015

CHARLESTON, SC – SCRA Technology Ventures announced the partnership of Charleston-based SC Launch Program Client, Job Market Maker, and Resource Partner Network member, Silicon Harbor Communications. “We are pleased to…

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Annual Holiday Market in Lancaster, S.C. Selected as a Top 20 Event in the Southeast

June 1, 2015

LANCASTER, SC – The Artisans of the Olde English District and Downtown Holiday Market has been selected as one of Southeast Tourism Society’s Top 20 Events for the month of…

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1×1 Design Celebrates 4 Years

June 1, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – On June 1, 2015, 1×1 Design marks the fourth anniversary as a company.  Since the formation of the company, 1×1 Design has grown a portfolio of in-progress…

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Richland County Month in Review: May

June 1, 2015

The following are highlights from Richland County Government in May: Richland County Emergency Services publicly debuted its new state-of-the-art weather system, RC WINDS (Weather Information Network Data System). RC WINDS…

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Liquid Catering announces 2015 summer interns

June 1, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC – Liquid Catering, the Upstate’s only event bartending service, has brought in two interns for the summer. Sydney Reinhardt is a University of Wisconsin student graduating in December…

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Motor Supply Co. Bistro Announces Local Farms Honored at Harvest Week, June 16-21, 2015

June 1, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Executive Chef Wes Fulmer of Motor Supply Co. Bistro, one of the Midlands’ foremost Slow Food restaurants, announces 12 featured farms – and menu teasers – for Harvest…

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Motor Supply Co. Bistro Announces Local Farms Honored at Harvest Week, June 16-21, 2015

June 1, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Executive Chef Wes Fulmer of Motor Supply Co. Bistro, one of the Midlands’ foremost Slow Food restaurants, announces 12 featured farms – and menu teasers – for Harvest…

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Engenius completes Artisphere web project

June 1, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC – People who searched for one of the nation’s top arts festivals this year can thank Engenius for the wonderful experience. This Greenville-based web design and marketing firm…

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Riggs Partners Accepting Applications from Upstate Nonprofits for Annual Pro Bono Marathon

June 1, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC — Riggs Partners will hold their annual CreateAthon event for South Carolina-based nonprofits on October 22-23, 2015. CreateAthon is a 24-hour marathon during which professionals and students in…

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Riggs Partners Accepting Applications from Upstate Nonprofits for Annual Pro Bono Marathon

June 1, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC — Riggs Partners will hold their annual CreateAthon event for South Carolina-based nonprofits on October 22-23, 2015. CreateAthon is a 24-hour marathon during which professionals and students in…

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