Collins & Lacy, P.C. wins Award of Excellence in statewide communications awards program

November 12, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – The Collins & Lacy, P.C.  marketing team received an Award of Excellence during the International Association of Business Communicators’ (IABC-South Carolina) Annual Palmetto Awards ceremony. The awards…

‘Flood to future’ focus of 35th Annual Economic Outlook Conference

November 12, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – What does the 2016 economy portend for South Carolina, a state recovering from historic flooding, preparing for first-in- the-south presidential primaries and grappling with a future where…

Auditions Announced for “Little Shop of Horrors”

November 12, 2015

CAMDEN, SC – Camden Community Theatre, an affiliate member of the Fine Arts Center of Kershaw County (FAC) will hold auditions for the hit musical Little Shop of Horrors on November…

NAI Avant delivers sale of ±37.85 acres near Chapin

November 12, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – NAI Avant senior brokers Tombo and Tom Milliken procured the sale of ±37.85 acres of land at 428 Hiller Road near the Town of Chapin, SC. The…

The Rotary Club of Lake Murray-Irmo hosts the director of Riverbanks Zoo and Botanical Gardens Satch Krantz

November 12, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – The Lake Murray-Irmo Rotary Club was excited to host the Director of Riverbanks Zoo and Botanical Gardens Satch Krantz at our meeting on November 11, 2015. Satch…

Girl Scouts preparing for January cookie sales

November 11, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC – Girl Scouts of South Carolina – Mountains to Midlands (GSSC-MM) is preparing for its annual cookie sales program.  This is the largest girl-led business in the country and…

United Community Banks, Inc. announces election of Kenneth L. Daniels to its Board of Directors

November 11, 2015

UPSTATE, SC – United Community Banks, Inc. announced that Kenneth L. Daniels has been elected to the boards of directors of United Community Banks, Inc. and its subsidiary, United Community Bank.…

Ten locations for public art installations selected

November 11, 2015

SPARTANBURG, SC – Spartanburg Mayor Junie White announced all 10 neighborhoods that applied to take part in Seeing Spartanburg In A New Light have been selected to participate in the…

Strong community partners Sam Carbis Solutions Group, Smithfield make speed & feed bbq cook-off and car show a success

November 11, 2015

DARLINGTON, SC – Entering its third year, the Speed & Feed BBQ Cook-Off and Car Show, scheduled for Nov. 13-14, 2015, has grown into a family fun event thanks in part…

Author Luncheon with award-winning writer James Scott discussing his latest page-turner “Target Tokyo” Friday, Nov. 20

November 11, 2015

On Friday, November 20th at noon for Blue Bicycle Books Charleston Author Series luncheon at Halls Chophouse award-winning author and investigative reporter James M. Scott will be discussing his latest book,Target Tokyo, a…

City receives IABC SC Palmetto Award

November 11, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – The City of Columbia’s Public and Media Relations Department was awarded the International Association of Business Communicators (IABC) SC Palmetto Award for their #LoveColumbia Photo Challenge initiative. IABC…

Akira Jacobs named 2015 CUaware Protégé Competition winner

November 11, 2015

N. CHARLESTON, SC – Akira Jacobs, a benefits coordinator for South Carolina Financial Solutions, was named winner of the 2015 CUaware Protégé Competition, highlighting rising industry professionals, age 35 and under.…

SC Blues Health coach training program earns national accreditation

November 11, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – The National Consortium for Credentialing Health and Wellness Coaches has accredited the programs used by BlueCross®BlueShield® of South Carolina and BlueChoice® HealthPlan of South Carolina to train…

OLH INC. forms new company, Juno Management Professionals, INC.

November 11, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – The Board of Directors of OLH Inc. (OLH), a leading project and construction management firm, today announces the formation of a new company, Juno Management Professionals, Inc.…

Record launches for SafeStop – Leading school bus tracking app adding vehicles in five states this month

November 11, 2015

CHARLESTON, SC – SafeStop, the original mobile app that connects parents and school officials to the vehicles transporting their students, has announced an additional 250 school vehicles in five states are launching service in…

Arts charter school to open in Columbia

November 11, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – A committee of arts professionals, educators, parents and community members is planning to open an arts charter school in Columbia. The Midlands Arts Conservatory (MAC) will have a focus on the visual arts,…

Children’s Discovery Center CEO selected as a Master Leader

November 11, 2015

MOUNT PLEASANT, SC  – Lois Rosenberry, president and CEO of Children’s Discovery Center has been selected as a Master Leader of the Exchange Leadership Initiative—a title awarded by Exchange magazine…

Interest in Charters Expanding to Meet Student Needs

November 11, 2015

Public Charter Schools Celebrate 15th Annual Charter School Conference as Charter School Enrollment Nears 10% in Some SC Communities and New School Planning Groups Reach Record Numbers COLUMBIA, SC – Nearly…

Furman President Elizabeth Davis to speak on “What Really Matters” Nov. 17

November 11, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC — Furman University president Elizabeth Davis will speak on “What Really Matters?” Tuesday, Nov. 17 at 7 p.m. in Furman’s Daniel Chapel. Her talk, which is free and…

John Henry Oil Corporation engages SANDLAPPER Securities, LLC to Manage Trenton – Black River I, LP Capital Campaign

November 11, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC –  SANDLAPPER Securities, LLC has been engaged by John Henry Oil Corporation of Knoxville, TN to raise $6.5 million for the Trenton – Black River I, LP, a…

Coldwell Banker Caine names upstate top producers from October

November 11, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC – Coldwell Banker Caine recently recognized its top producing agents in property sales and listings from each of its five offices – Easley, Greenville, Greer, Seneca and Spartanburg…

Anderson School District 3 Uses JEDA Bonds to Power Energy Project

November 11, 2015

IVA, SC – Anderson County – Anderson County School District 3 is using a $5.2 million bond issue from the South Carolina Jobs-Economic Development Authority (JEDA) to implement energy conservation measures…

2016 Top in Tax Educational Survey Results

November 11, 2015

Tax Employers Vote on Best Schools and Programs for Students Pursuing a Tax Career MT. PLEASANT, SC – TaxTalent, the career and leadership development portal for tax professionals, announced the…

Avison Young Industrial Lease – Atlas Court in Columbia, SC

November 11, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Avison Young commercial real estate announced that Alan Bolduc, CCIM, SIOR represented Restaurant Technologies Inc in the build-to-suit lease of 18,000 square feet of office/warehouse space located…

The Rotary Club of Lake Murray-Irmo hosts the director of Riverbanks Zoo and Botanical Gardens Satch Krantz

November 11, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – The Lake Murray-Irmo Rotary Club was excited to host the Director of Riverbanks Zoo and Botanical Gardens Satch Krantz at our meeting on November 11, 2015. Satch…

What you need to know to dispel myths about city flood repair permitting

November 11, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – The City of Columbia has published City Flood Repair Myths & Facts: What You Need to Know to dispel myths about City flood repair permitting, give property…

Avison Young Retail Lease – 4859 Old York Road

November 11, 2015

ROCK HILL, SC – Avison Young commercial real estate is pleased to announce that Vitré R. Stephens represented RH Burgers & Shakes, LLC  in the leasing of 2,200 SF retail…

Auditions Announced for “Little Shop of Horrors”

November 11, 2015

CAMDEN, SC – Camden Community Theatre, an affiliate member of the Fine Arts Center of Kershaw County (FAC) will hold auditions for the hit musical Little Shop of Horrors on November…

SCRA Technology Ventures announces new companies

November 11, 2015

SUMMERVILLE, SC – SCRA Technology Ventures today announced the acceptance of five new companies into its SC Launch Program. Charleston-area company BidLAN; Florence-based Epic Optix; Greenville-based SkyBridge Holdings and South Yeast…

Avison Young Office Lease – 1036 eWall Street

November 11, 2015

MOUNT PLEASANT, SC – Avison Young commercial real estate is pleased to announce that Gerry Schauer represented the tenant, Whereable Technologies, in the lease of a 3,000 SF office space…

Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve

November 11, 2015

Veterans day is a federal holiday meant to honor the men and women who serve or have served in the U.S. Military. McDonnell and Associates, PA became a Certified Palmetto…

Wando Marching Band wins 5A State Championship

November 11, 2015

CHARLESTON, SC – The Wando Marching Band came home victorious after traveling to Columbia, S.C. on Saturday, November 7, 2015, to compete in the 5A State Marching Band Competition. In…

Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve

November 11, 2015

Veterans day is a federal holiday meant to honor the men and women who serve or have served in the U.S. Military. McDonnell and Associates, PA became a Certified Palmetto…

Lee & Associates Charleston Represented both the Buyer and Seller in the Sale of 11,242 SF Distribution Warehouse in Cainhoy, SC

November 10, 2015

CHARLESTON, SC – Lee & Associates Charleston’s Ryan Welch represented both the Seller, CresCom Bank, and the Buyer, DAS Holdings, LLC, in the sale of 11,242 SF Distribution Warehouse located at…

Carolina One awards grants to non-profits

November 10, 2015

CHARLESTON, SC – Carolina One Real Estate Services (CORE) recognized five local non-profits last week at its second awards distribution ceremony of 2015.  The CORE Charitable Contributions Committee comprised of…

SCRA announces investment in Kiyatec

November 10, 2015

SUMMERVILLE, SC – SCRA announced that its Stage 2 affiliate has made an investment in Upstate company KIYATEC. Based in Greenville, S.C. at Greenville Health Systems Institute for Translational Oncology…

Aerial mosquito treatment set for Wednesday evening

November 10, 2015

RICHLAND COUNTY, SC – The aerial mosquito spray mission planned for the Lower Richland area is set for Wednesday, Nov. 11, at dusk, weather permitting. The spray treatment was originally…

Local retailer, Brittons, joins forces with popular brands and launches campaign for flood relief

November 10, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Brittons announced today they have joined forces with popular brands to raise money for the United Way of the Midlands as a part of their #BrittonsUnited campaign.…

Richland County disaster recovery contractor helping to check wells

November 10, 2015

RICHLAND COUNTY, SC – Richland County officials are working with a disaster recovery contractor, Tetra Tech, to offer assistance to residents whose wells may have been contaminated in the October…

Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina hires Meredith Mathews

November 10, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – The Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina announces Meredith Mathews as Project Assistant. As Project Assistant, Mathews is a member of the Foundation’s grantmaking team and will…

ECPI University earns #1 National Ranking as Best for Vets

November 10, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – ECPI University is pleased to announce it has been ranked number one once again by Military Times in its annual Best for Vets survey.  This marks the…

Mayor Knox White recognized by American Society of Landscape Architects

November 10, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC  – Mayor Knox White was awarded Honorary Membership in the American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA) at the 2015 ASLA Annual Meeting & EXPO, held in Chicago November…

City Receives Project of the Year Award from SC Chapter of American Public Works Association

November 10, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC – The City of Greenville received the 2015 Project of the Year award from the South Carolina Chapter of the American Public Works Association (SCAPWA) at its annual conference…

SAGE Automotive Interiors expanding Abbeville County operations

November 10, 2015

ABBEVILLE, SC – SAGE Automotive Interiors, a firm that develops and manufactures innovative automotive bodycloth and headliners, is investing $4 million to expand its existing operations in Abbeville County, where…

Jim Hudson Audi to sponsor 2015 Colonial Cup Turf Club

November 10, 2015

CAMDEN, SC – The Marion duPont Scott Colonial Cup announced Jim Hudson Audi as the sponsor for this year’s Colonial Cup Turf Club. “We’re thrilled to have Jim Hudson Audi as…

Springfield joins Southern First

November 10, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC – Southern First Bancshares, Inc., holding company for Southern First Bank, announced that Trish Springfield has joined the bank as Executive Vice President, Retail Banking. Springfield has 22 years…

Milliken chosen as Chapman’s 2015 Cultural Champion

November 10, 2015

SPARTANBURG, SC – Chapman Cultural Center recognized Milliken & Company as its leading 2015 Cultural Champion at an annual business luncheon Friday, Nov. 6. “Milliken has supported the arts in…

Junior Achievement of Central South Carolina to change name to Junior Achievement of Greater South Carolina

November 10, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC  – After the recent consolidation with Junior Achievement of Coastal South Carolina, Junior Achievement of Central South Carolina’s board has chosen a new name that truly represents all 34…

Spartanburg Community College Foundation receives fundraising recognition from CASE

November 10, 2015

SPARTANBURG, SC – The Spartanburg Community College Foundation was recently recognized by the Council for Advancement and Support of Education (CASE) as one of the top 25 community colleges in…

Green Cloud acquires Ohio-Based ANS Corporation and secures $5mm investment from Spring Capital Partners

November 10, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC  – Green Cloud Technologies, a channel-only provider of Cisco powered Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) and Disaster Recovery as a Service (DRaaS) solutions has acquired ANS Corporation an IaaS…