Upstate doctor published in Journal of Neurological Sciences

June 1, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC – The Journal of Neurological Sciences recently published an article that urges physicians to rethink the early diagnosis for multiple sclerosis (MS), written by Dr. Jagannadha R. Avasarala…

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Small Businesses Can Learn about Opportunities to Work on Richland County Projects

June 1, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Local small business owners are encouraged to attend an upcoming meeting that will detail the processes for eligibility to work on a variety of  Richland County projects.…

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SC Chamber of Commerce Calls on Legislature to Use Additional Revenue for Infrastructure

June 1, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – With the recognition of an additional $400 million in revenue to the state’s coffers, the South Carolina Chamber of Commerce, the unified voice of business, is calling…

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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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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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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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Emily Gifford of Richardson Plowden Certified as a Circuit Court Mediator

May 31, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Richardson Plowden & Robinson, P.A. announced that attorney Emily R. Gifford has been certified as a circuit court mediator by the South Carolina Supreme Court’s Board of Arbitrator…

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The Therapy Place Announces 2015-2016 Board of Directors

May 31, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC –  The Therapy Place, a nonprofit organization that provides creative, skilled, evidence-based therapies to children with disabilities, has elected new officers and members to serve on its Board of…

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Emily Gifford of Richardson Plowden Certified as a Circuit Court Mediator

May 31, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Richardson Plowden & Robinson, P.A. announced that attorney Emily R. Gifford has been certified as a circuit court mediator by the South Carolina Supreme Court’s Board of Arbitrator…

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The Therapy Place Announces 2015-2016 Board of Directors

May 31, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC –  The Therapy Place, a nonprofit organization that provides creative, skilled, evidence-based therapies to children with disabilities, has elected new officers and members to serve on its Board of…

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South Carolina’s Employment Situation April 2015

May 28, 2015

Employment Continues to Soar – Exceeds 2.1 Million People for the First Time The number of employed South Carolinians broke a major barrier for the first time in April exceeding…

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Rosen Hagood Attorney Receives 2015 Platinum Compleat Lawyer Award

May 28, 2015

CHARLESTON, SC – Rosen Hagood shareholder Alice Paylor received the Platinum Compleat Lawyer Award from the University of South Carolina School of Law Alumni Council at the Annual Alumni Dinner…

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Rosen Hagood Attorney, Elizabeth Palmer, Named Young Lawyer of the Year

May 28, 2015

CHARLESTON, SC – Rosen Hagood announced that Elizabeth “Beth” Palmer is one of two lawyers that has been named Young Lawyer of the Year by the South Carolina Bar. The…

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Physicians Choice Laboratory Services (PCLS) partners with TRICARE South, Humana

May 27, 2015

PCLS is pleased to announce that its esoteric laboratory testing performed at the company’s CLIA-certified and CAP-accredited laboratory will now be available to more than  3 million TRICARE South beneficiaries including…

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Lamkin Joins FINTRUST Investment Advisors

May 27, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC – FinTrust announces that Sarah Lamkin has joined the FinTrust team. Lamkin is a graduate of Georgia College and State University with a B.A. in Mass Communications. She…

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Clemson Impacts magazine earns notable document award

May 27, 2015

CLEMSON, SC – A Clemson Public Service and Agriculture magazine that enhances economic development in agribusiness, South Carolina’s largest industry, won a Notable State Document award from the South Carolina…

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AAF of the Midlands Announces WelVista as the ‘15-‘16 Public Service Recipient

May 27, 2015

Local Advertising Organization will Support Welvista in Bringing Hope and Wellness to the Uninsured of the Midlands.   .  COLUMBIA, SC –   The American Advertising Federation (AAF) of The Midlands has…

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Officials Break Ground on Vet Tech Expanded Housing/Learning Facility

May 27, 2015

PENDLETON, SC – Tri-County Technical College officials broke ground May 21 on a new $1.5 million veterinary technology expanded housing and learning facility that officials say will help the College…

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Coldwell Banker Caine Honored with Multiple National Coldwell Banker Awards

May 27, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC – Coldwell Banker Caine was named the No. 1 Coldwell Banker Company in South Carolina, and its Greenville office was named No. 1 Coldwell Banker Office in South Carolina…

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Heady Promoted to Branch Manager

May 27, 2015

TAYLORS, SC – NBSC, a division of Synovus Bank, announced recently that Sara Beth Heady has been promoted to Branch Manager of the Wade Hampton office located at 2800 Wade Hampton…

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Queen Promoted to Branch Manager

May 27, 2015

SPARTANBURG, SC – NBSC, a division of Synovus Bank, announced recently that Mechelle Denise Queen has been promoted to Branch Manager of the Spartanburg Main office located at 150 East Henry…

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SC High School Entrepreneurs Rival to Win Cash and Chance to Compete in New York City

May 27, 2015

CHARLESTON, SC – Eighteen high-school students from around South Carolina will go head to head June 17th for the 4th annual YEScarolina State Business Plan Competition presented by the Mark…

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Book by Furman University Professor Receives Top Award

May 27, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC – A recently published book by Furman University sociology professor Kenneth H. Kolb has received a major award from the American Sociological Association. “Moral Wages: The Emotional Dilemmas…

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Furman University Professor Receives Fulbright Scholar Grant to Study in China

May 27, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC – Tami Blumenfield, an assistant professor of Asian Studies at Furman University, has been selected for a Fulbright Scholar Grant to conduct research in China during the 2015-16…

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Columbia Museum of Art Celebrates Educators at Its Annual Membership Meeting with Mac Arthur Goodwin and Docent of the Year Awards

May 27, 2015

New Board Members elected for 2015-2016 Year COLUMBIA, SC – On Thursday, May 21, 2015, the Columbia Museum of Art highlighted its commitment to education and learning by presenting two awards…

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Blackbaud, Inc. to Present at the Evercore ISI Industry Cloud Symposium Investor Conference

May 27, 2015

CHARLESTON, SC – Blackbaud, Inc. (Nasdaq:BLKB), a leading global provider of software and services for the nonprofit, charitable giving and education communities, today announced that President and CEO, Mike Gianoni,…

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NAI Avant Initiates Call For Offers Process For Port Royal Property

May 27, 2015

Deadline Approaching For Port Royal Request for Offers BEAUFORT COUNTY, SC – NAI Avant is placing the South Carolina State Ports Authority Port Royal property on a Request For Offers…

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Columbia natives earn multiple awards from the University of South Carolina School of Law

May 27, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Rising third-year law students R.I. Smith and Rosanne Riley Glenn Sullivan, and 2015 graduate Mark D. Chappell Jr. of Columbia, S.C., recently were recognized with awards for…

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NAI Avant Brokers Sale of ±10.77 Acres on Garners Ferry Roads, Columbia, SC

May 27, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Tom Milliken and Tombo Milliken, both brokers with NAI Avant’s brokerage team, recently represented the seller in the sale ±10.77 acres on Garners Ferry Road in Columbia, SC.…

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2015 Tour of Homes will be held Saturday and Sunday, June 6-7, 13-14 & 20-21

May 27, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Columbia’s Largest Open House of New Homes for Sale is the 2015 TOUR OF HOMES this June 6-7, 13-14 & 20-21 from 11:00 a.m. to 6 p.m. on…

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SC Bar and US Bankruptcy Court to offer free bankruptcy advice

May 27, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC -The SC Bar Pro Bono Program and the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of South Carolina will co-sponsor a number of one-on-one counsel and advice sessions in…

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Richland Two Announces Personnel Changes

May 27, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Today Dr. Debbie Hamm, superintendent of Richland School District Two, announced James Ann Lynch Sheley as the new chief planning and initiatives officer, Sean Bishton as the…

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

May 27, 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…

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Irmo student earns scholarship to New Hampshire boarding school

May 27, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – The Austin and Lane Meyer South Carolina Regional Scholarship announced that an Irmo Middle School student was selected to receive a scholarship to a prestigious New England boarding…

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Allison Sullivan Selected New Chair Of Leadership Columbia Alumni Association Advisory Board

May 27, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Allison P. Sullivan, partner with Bluestein, Nichols, Thompson & Delgado, was recently named chair of the 2015–2016 Leadership Columbia Alumni Association Advisory Board. Sullivan is a graduate…

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Joseph Guido Appointed to City of Columbia Board of Zoning Appeals- Form Based Codes

May 27, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Joseph Guido, AIA, has been appointed to serve the City of Columbia as a member of the Board of Zoning Appeals – Form Based Codes (BOZA-FBC). Joe’s…

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Collins & Lacy Welcomes Kerri Rupert

May 27, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Collins & Lacy, P.C. is pleased to announce Kerri Rupert has joined the firm’s Columbia office as an associate practicing in the areas of retail and hospitality law…

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John Dixon & Associates Multi-Seller Auctions Continue to Draw Bidders

May 27, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Approximately 210 bidders turned out for a series of John Dixon & Associates auctions May 19-21, snapping up dozens of properties for a total of $2.86 million. The company…

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Gov. Nikki Haley Calls On General Assembly To Spend $400 Million Budget Surplus Wisely

May 27, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Governor Nikki Haley today called on members of the General Assembly to spend the expected budget surplus – of $400 million – on tax relief, paying down debt…

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Barnes Alford Attorney Graduates from South Carolina Bar Leadership Academy

May 27, 2015

Matthew G. Gerrald Graduates from 2015 South Carolina Bar Leadership Academy   COLUMBIA, SC – Barnes Alford is pleased to announce that Matthew G. Gerrald has graduated from the 2015 South…

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Richland One’s Class of 2015 Sets New District Scholarship Record

May 27, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – For the second year in a row, Richland One seniors have set a new district record in scholarship totals. To date, the Class of 2015 has received…

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Optimist Club of St. Andrews-Irmo sends Irmo High School students on Honor Flight

May 27, 2015

IRMO, SC – Four students from Irmo High School had an opportunity to participate in a recent Honor Flight with World War II veterans, thanks to a generous sponsorship by…

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South Carolina Business Recognized in Google’s National Economic Impact Report

May 27, 2015

Beija-Flor Jeans Serves as Example of a Business Succeeding with the Help of the Internet   COLUMBIA, SC – Google released its annual Economic Impact Report, a study highlighting the economic…

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The Sinus Center of South Carolina Announces Grand Opening

May 27, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Board certified otolaryngologists, Dr. Benjamin D. Paysinger, Jr., Dr. Tab E. Thompson, and Dr. Anna Lee Bouknight announced today the opening of The Sinus Center of South Carolina. …

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SCDOT Repairing I-26 at Crash Scene in Richland County

May 27, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) has crews making repairs to the section of I-26 in Richland County that was severely damaged by a multi-vehicle crash,…

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Lexington Medical Center Marks First Anniversary of Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement

May 27, 2015

Hospital Has the Most Experience Performing TAVR in the Midlands   WEST COLUMBIA, SC – Reaching a significant milestone in comprehensive cardiovascular care for the people of our community, Lexington Medical…

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Savvy Musician in ACTION announces finalists of the national Chamber Music Competition

May 27, 2015

The free Chamber Music Showcase Concert takes place at Tapp’s Art Center during Columbia’s First Thursday event in June   COLUMBIA, SC – Some of the country’s most innovative chamber…

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$529 College Savings Grants Awarded to SC Babies Born on May 29th in Celebration of National 529

May 27, 2015

State Treasurer Curtis Loftis announced third annual PalmettoBaby Grant Program at MUSC   COLUMBIA, SC – State Treasurer Curtis M. Loftis, Jr. announced the third annual PalmettoBaby grant program on May 27th…

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First Community Bank Celebrates New Office in Blythewood

May 27, 2015

LEXINGTON, SC – First Community Bank celebrated the grand opening of its new Blythewood banking office on Thursday evening, May 21st with members of the local community, the Blythewood Chamber…

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First Community Bank Celebrates New Office in Blythewood

May 27, 2015

LEXINGTON, SC – First Community Bank celebrated the grand opening of its new Blythewood banking office on Thursday evening, May 21st with members of the local community, the Blythewood Chamber…

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