Richardson Plowden names Rollins a shareholder

January 11, 2016

Richardson Plowden & Robinson, P.A. announced that attorney C. Clifford Rollins has been named a shareholder in the Firm. Rollins joined Richardson Plowden in the Columbia office in 2003. “Cliff is…

United Way State Association CEO to step down as leader

January 11, 2016

After ten years of leadership, Tim Ervolina is making plans to step down as President and CEO of United Way Association of South Carolina (UWASC) in 2016. “This has been…

The Woodlands continues tradition of giving this holiday season

January 11, 2016

The Woodlands at Furman is spreading Christmas cheer a little further this year by donating over $3,000 to Safe Harbor. This donation was made possible through the Woodland’s annual Festival…

S.C. Arts Commission welcomes Ashley Kerns Brown as arts education director

January 11, 2016

Ashley Kerns Brown has joined the staff of the South Carolina Arts Commission as arts education program director. “Ashley joins us at a pivotal time for our future work in…

Turner Padget elects Audra Byrd as shareholder

January 11, 2016

Turner Padget Graham & Laney, P.A. announces that Audra Byrd has been elected as a shareholder of the firm, effective Jan. 1, 2016. Based in the Myrtle Beach office, Byrd…

Turner Padget boosts Insurance Litigation practice with addition of three attorneys

January 11, 2016

Turner Padget Graham & Laney, P.A. announces the further expansion of its Insurance Litigation practice with the addition of three attorneys: Greenville-based of counsel David L. Moore, and Charleston-based associates…

Spartanburg County Foundation announces 2016 grant cycle

January 11, 2016

The Spartanburg County Foundation is excited to announce that in 2016 it will offer two responsive grant cycles. The Spring Cycle, now open, focuses on programmatic and general purpose grants…

Collins & Lacy attorney selected as an honoree for the 2016 South Carolina Leadership in Law Awards

January 11, 2016

Collins & Lacy, P.C. announced that Christian Stegmaier has been chosen as a 2016 South Carolina Leadership in Law Award honoree. He will receive the award on March 10, 2016 at a…

Sowell Gray law firm celebrates 20th year with yearlong community service

January 11, 2016

Sowell Gray Stepp & Laffitte celebrates 20 years practicing law in Columbia, SC with a yearlong commitment to service projects that give back to the community. With its theme for…

Strings and Salsa brings locally-bred, Latin-influenced music and dance show to Harbison Theatre, Jan. 22, 2016

January 11, 2016

Charleston-based Salsa group swings into the Midlands with spicy show There’s nothing like live Salsa dancing and Cuban-pop rhythms to spice up a cold winter night. Strings and Salsa, Charleston,…

City Center Partnership receives 2016 community pride grant from Palmetto Pride

January 11, 2016

City Center Partnership (CCP) is pleased to announce it has received a grant in the amount of $2,480 from Palmetto Pride to help the organization continue with its Planter Beautification…

City Center Partnership receives 2016 community pride grant from Palmetto Pride

January 11, 2016

City Center Partnership (CCP) is pleased to announce it has received a grant in the amount of $2,480 from Palmetto Pride to help the organization continue with its Planter Beautification…

S.C. Arts Commission welcomes Ashley Kerns Brown as arts education director

January 11, 2016

Ashley Kerns Brown has joined the staff of the South Carolina Arts Commission as arts education program director. “Ashley joins us at a pivotal time for our future work in…

Sowell Gray law firm celebrates 20th year with yearlong community service

January 11, 2016

Sowell Gray Stepp & Laffitte celebrates 20 years practicing law in Columbia, SC with a yearlong commitment to service projects that give back to the community. With its theme for…

Strings and Salsa brings locally-bred, Latin-influenced music and dance show to Harbison Theatre, Jan. 22, 2016

January 11, 2016

Charleston-based Salsa group swings into the Midlands with spicy show There’s nothing like live Salsa dancing and Cuban-pop rhythms to spice up a cold winter night. Strings and Salsa, Charleston,…

Darla Moore School of Business Graduate, Pedro De Abreu, finalist in the 2016 Forbes 30 Under 30

January 10, 2016

University of South Carolina and Darla Moore School of Business graduate (USC ’14), Pedro De Abreu, 26, was one of the finalists of the 2016 FORBES magazine 30 Under 30.…

Darla Moore School of Business Graduate, Pedro De Abreu, finalist in the 2016 Forbes 30 Under 30

January 10, 2016

University of South Carolina and Darla Moore School of Business graduate (USC ’14), Pedro De Abreu, 26, was one of the finalists of the 2016 FORBES magazine 30 Under 30.…

Gov. Nikki Haley announces statewide domestic violence reforms

January 9, 2016

Governor Nikki Haley, members of the South Carolina Domestic Violence Task Force, and solicitors from around the state held a Statehouse press conference announcing the implementation of the first set…

Healthy Hands Cooking awarded multi-year alliance with USC/Columbia Technology Incubator

January 9, 2016

Healthy Hands Cooking, in the battle against childhood obesity, is thrilled to announce its membership in USC/Columbia Technology Incubator to expand and improve its online training, certification, support, and class…

CRA issues call for nominations

January 9, 2016

Seeking Candidates for 2016 Board of Directors The CRA Board Development Committee is seeking recommendations for CRA Board nominees for the 2016-2019 board positions. The organization is seeking Board members…

Lexington One Board names three finalists for superintendent

January 9, 2016

The Lexington County School District One Board of Trustees has chosen three finalists as it continues its search for a superintendent to replace retiring Superintendent Karen Woodward, Ed.D. The three…

Central Carolina Community Foundation accepting scholarship applications for 2016-2017 school year

January 8, 2016

Central Carolina Community Foundation, the Midlands expert on philanthropy, is accepting scholarship applications for the 2016-2017 school year through March 15, 2016. Interested students should visit the Student section at…

The Update on the Pharmaceutical Detective Investigations: Billion Dollar Drugs that can Permanently Disable or Even Cause Death

January 8, 2016

“The Update on the Pharmaceutical Detective Investigations: Billion Dollar Drugs that can Permanently Disable or Even Cause Death,” Sagacious Partners’ Science Café with Dr. Charles Bennett Join us January 12…

Central Carolina Community Foundation accepting scholarship applications for 2016-2017 school year

January 8, 2016

Central Carolina Community Foundation, the Midlands expert on philanthropy, is accepting scholarship applications for the 2016-2017 school year through March 15, 2016. Interested students should visit the Student section at…

The Update on the Pharmaceutical Detective Investigations: Billion Dollar Drugs that can Permanently Disable or Even Cause Death

January 8, 2016

“The Update on the Pharmaceutical Detective Investigations: Billion Dollar Drugs that can Permanently Disable or Even Cause Death,” Sagacious Partners’ Science Café with Dr. Charles Bennett Join us January 12…

Anderson County flags lowered to half mast in honor of Senator Billy O’dell

January 7, 2016

Anderson County Council received news of the passing of Senator William “Billy” O’Dell. “It is with great sadness that we bid farewell to Senator O’Dell,” said County Council Chairman Tommy…

Stringer resigns position at county to become executive director of Cancer Association of Anderson

January 7, 2016

Anderson County Communications Director Angela Stringer is leaving the County to assume the position of executive director of the Cancer Association of Anderson (CAA). “Angie has been an incredible asset…

Berkeley Middle College High School continues accepting applications

January 7, 2016

Berkeley County Middle College High School is accepting applications from rising high school juniors and seniors in Berkeley County interested in attending the school during the 2016-2017 academic year. The…

American Sign Language class at Lourie Center

January 7, 2016

The Lourie Center will be offering an eight-week class on American Sign Language, Wednesdays February 3 through April 6,  2-3 pm. Learn to communicate with basic signing and insight into…

Russell & Jeffcoat Real Estate combines forces

January 7, 2016

Russell & Jeffcoat Real Estate announced the consolidation of their northeast Columbia area offices.  In a effort to strengthen the company and provide better quality services to their agents, the…

Richland County Business Service Center marks 10th anniversary

January 7, 2016

Every January, the local business community begins a new cycle of renewing business licenses – and for the past 10 years, the County’s Business Service Center has helped assist every…

City launches new banking program and financial empowerment initiatives

January 7, 2016

Community Development is partnering up with BB&T, South State Bank and TD Bank to introduce “Bank On” Columbia. “Bank On” Columbia is a new program that will provide Columbia’s un-banked…

Richland County holds public meetings to gather residents’ flooding input

January 7, 2016

Residents affected by the historic October 2015 floods are invited to offer input that will help Richland County plan for future natural disasters. The Community Input and Recovery Project is…

Creative Builders, Inc. welcomes Buddy Bayne as Superintendent

January 7, 2016

Creative Builders, Inc. is pleased to welcome Buddy Bayne to the team in the role of Superintendent.  Buddy has an extensive 57 years of varied experience in the construction industry,…

State Museum debuts special collections at Columbia City Hall

January 7, 2016

Experience the South Carolina State Museum at a special exhibit in the Gallery at City Hall, located at 1737 Main Street. Selections from the Palmetto Hands Fine Craft Competition &…

Help us grow the movement to fight poverty in South Carolina!

January 7, 2016

The Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina has launched its #fightpovertysc campaign to encourage others to join in the movement to fight poverty in South Carolina. In honor of the Sisters…

Foundation welcomes Booker as new Trustee

January 7, 2016

The Spartanburg County Foundation is pleased to announce the election of Sheryl Booker to the Board of Trustees for a term of seven years. Mrs. Booker received her Bachelor of…

Wilkes Law Firm attorney elected vice president of the SC Defense Trial Attorneys Association Young Lawyers Division

January 7, 2016

The Wilkes Law Firm, P.A. is pleased to announce that Derek Newberry has been elected to serve as the vice president of the Young Lawyers Division of the South Carolina…

Trailblaze Challenge offers life-changing experience for outdoor enthusiasts through Make-A-Wish South Carolina

January 7, 2016

Make-A-Wish South Carolina invites hikers of all experience levels to take on a challenge – the Trailblaze Challenge. Participating hikers will make a life-changing impact on South Carolina kids with life-threatening…

Early Adventures with Historic Columbia

January 6, 2016

Historic Columbia offers a new spring season of Early Adventures beginning on Wednesday, January 21, 2016. The program introduces children from ages 3-5 to history through games, crafts, and stories…

Kershaw County receives infrastructure improvement grant from Fairfield Electric Cooperative

January 6, 2016

Fairfield Electric Cooperative recently awarded a $278,000 Rural Development Act (RDA) grant to Kershaw County for infrastructure improvements to Heritage Pointe Industrial Park and Wateree Executive Business Park. The grant…

Lexington Medical Center opens new Rehabilitation Facility

January 6, 2016

Lexington Medical Center has opened a new 10,000 square foot rehabilitation center at the hospital’s Extended Care campus in Lexington to ensure the hospital’s rehabilitation programs match the best services…

Furman University senior named to Forbes Magazine “30 under 30” in 2016

January 6, 2016

When Chris Drose isn’t taking classes and finishing up his senior year at Furman University, he enjoys researching companies and trying to determine the true value of their stock prices. …

Historical Association receives grant from The Arts Partnership

January 6, 2016

Spartanburg County Historical Association received a Community Grant in the amount of $1,000 from The Arts Partnership of Greater Spartanburg in April 2015.  The funds were for professional development of…

Cervical Cancer-Free South Carolina to hold summit January 7-8, 2016 in Greenville

January 6, 2016

Cervical Cancer-Free South Carolina will hold its second statewide summit to address cervical cancer and human papillomavirus (HPV)-related issues January 7-8 at the Hyatt Regency in Greenville.   The summit,…

Lee & Associates Charleston represented both the seller & buyer in the sale of 3,260 SF Office Suite in Mt Pleasant, SC

January 6, 2016

Lee & Associates Charleston’s Jon Chalfie represented both the Seller, Moultrie Park Holding Co, LLC, and the Buyer, Bawn, LLC, in the sale of 3,260 SF Office Suite located at…

Lee & Associates Charleston represented the seller in the sale of 6.47 AC in North Charleston, SC

January 6, 2016

Lee & Associates Charleston’s Milton Thomas, CCIM, SIOR and Reid Davis, CCIM, SIOR, represented the Seller, LRC-Leeds, LLC, in the sale of 6.47 Acres located at Leeds Avenue and Riverwalk…

Columbia Metropolitan Airport closes 2015 with record breaking growth

January 6, 2016

Columbia Metropolitan Airport marked its fourth consecutive year of growth in 2015; achieving a benchmark not hit since 1986 when People Express Airlines last served Columbia. “For us to have…

S.C. Chamber announces 2016 Competitiveness Agenda

January 6, 2016

COLUMBIA, SC – The South Carolina Chamber of Commerce announced its 2016 Competitiveness Agenda. The Agenda is formed through a survey of Chamber members along with input through Grassroots Meetings…

Carolina Financial Corporation announces agreement to acquire Congaree Bancshares, Inc.

January 6, 2016

Carolina Financial Corporation (NASDAQ: CARO), the parent company of CresCom Bank, and Congaree Bancshares, Inc. (OTC Pink: CNRB), the parent company of Congaree State Bank, announced the signing of a…