Wilson Testifies Before Budget Committee Requesting Resources for Fort Jackson

February 25, 2015

WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Joe Wilson (SC-02) testified before the House Budget Committee, led by Chairman Tom Price, requesting resources for the Army’s training base at Fort Jackson in Columbia…

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Ambrosia offers authentic Greek cuisine

February 25, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – When Carol Rogers Papaletsos returned to her hometown of Columbia, S.C., after 20 years in Greece and nearly three years studying at Columbia University in New York,…

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Colonial Life, employees gave generously in 2014

February 25, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Colonial Life and its employees were generous in giving of time, talents and resources to their communities in 2014. The company contributed nearly $1.5 million to South…

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Caldwell Commercial Lease Agreement

February 25, 2015

NORTH CHARLESTON, SC – Shep Benjamin of Caldwell Commercial represented the Tenant, Star Cleaning USA, Inc. in the lease of 2,000 SF warehouse/flex space at 3260 Industry Drive in North…

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Benefitfocus Announces Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2014 Financial Results and Strategic Investment Transaction

February 25, 2015

Total revenue of $40.2 million, up 33% year-over-year; Employer revenue up 47% year-over-yearGAAP Gross margin of 41%, expands 900 basis points sequentially Closes on $74.7 million strategic equity investment with Mercer…

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DHEC Board to Conduct Search for New Agency Director

February 25, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – The S.C. Board of Health and Environmental Control announced today that it will conduct a national search for a new director of the Department of Health and Environmental…

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Gather in Our Carolina Kitchen

February 25, 2015

 COLUMBIA, SC – Beginning Thursday, March 19th Charleston Cooks! Columbia introduces Carolina Kitchen, a regularly scheduled demonstration-style cooking class celebrating the classic Southern cuisine of the Midlands region. Guided by…

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District Five assistant principal named a finalist for national award

February 25, 2015

IRMO, SC – Dutch Fork High School Assistant Principal for Instruction Sarah Longshore has been named a finalist for a National Assistant Principal of the Year award. Pictured: Dutch Fork…

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Teri Maugeri Joins Allen Tate Company

February 25, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC – Allen Tate Realtors®, the Carolinas’ leading real estate company, announced that Teri Maugeri has joined the Greenville-Midtown office. Teri’s career in Real Estate spans nearly 25 years…

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Iris Wainright Joins Allen Tate Company

February 25, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC – Allen Tate Realtors, the Carolinas’ leading real estate company, announced that Iris Wainright has joined the company’s Woodruff Road office. Iris began her real estate career more…

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Randy Dabney Joins Allen Tate Company

February 25, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC – Allen Tate Realtors®, the Carolinas’ leading real estate company, announced that Randy Dabney has joined the Greenville-Midtown office. Randy has a long association with the Real Estate…

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Food Lion Feeds Launches “Groceries for Good” Campaign to Help Feed Local Families Struggling with Hunger

February 25, 2015

Campaign to Run in all Food Lion Stores Feb. 25-March 17   CHARLESTON, SC – Food Lion is partnering with its MVP customers and vendors in its more than 1,100…

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South Carolina Prepares for Next Round of Winter Weather

February 25, 2015

CHARLESTON, SC – Governor Nikki Haley has declared a State of Emergency to mobilize additional state resources should they been needed in response to the impending hazardous weather.  The Governor’s…

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BDI Pharma Awarded Three-Year Consignment Contract with National GPO Premier, Inc.

February 25, 2015

BDIVantage Plus Consignment Program now offered to members of acute care GPO, Premier, Inc. COLUMBIA, SC – Specialty pharmaceutical distributor BDI Pharma, Inc. announced today that it was awarded the contract…

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New Data Shows S.C. Child Poverty Rate Nearly Cut in Half by Safety Net Programs and Tax Policies

February 25, 2015

Children’s Trust Urges Policy Makers to Adopt Updated Poverty Measure   CHARLESTON, SC – A report released today urges policy makers to permanently adopt an updated poverty measure – the Supplemental…

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Expert Machine & Fabrication, LLC Expanding Dillon County Manufacturing Operations

February 25, 2015

Company Investing $2.6 Million Investment to Relocate to Larger Facility DILLON COUNTY, SC – Expert Machine & Fabrication, LLC a manufacturer of various engineered and fabricated products is expanding its…

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Lexington One congratulates its 12 National Merit Scholarship finalists

February 25, 2015

LEXINGTON, SC — Lexington County School District One congratulates 12 students who advance to the finalist level in the 2015 National Merit Scholarship Competition. The program honors talented high school…

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March of Dimes Awards More than $250,000 to Grantees across the State

February 25, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – The South Carolina Chapter of the March of Dimes has awarded more than $250,000 in eight community grants for projects focused on improving the health of mothers…

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S.C. Arts Commission Announces 2015 Elizabeth O’Neill Verner Awards Recipients

February 25, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – The South Carolina Arts Commission announces the 2015 Elizabeth O’Neill Verner Governor’s Awards for the Arts, the highest honor the state presents in the arts. Established in…

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Rochelle Byrd Joins Allen Tate Company

February 25, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC – Allen Tate Realtors® (www.allentate.com), the Carolinas’ leading real estate company, is proud to announce that Rochelle Byrd has joined the Greenville-Midtown office. Rochelle is a native of…

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Greenville Technical College partners with the University Center of Greenville for College Opportunity Fair

February 25, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC – The University Center of Greenville will offer an information session on academic programs and related careers on Tuesday, March 3 from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. in the…

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Charleston Match to Marrow 5K- supporting patients in need of a bone marrow transplant

February 25, 2015

Be The Match will host the 2nd Annual Charleston Match to Marrow 5K. This 5K walk/run unites communities across the Lowcountry of South Carolina in support of helping patients in need…

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Caldwell Commercial Warehouse Lease – 3260 Industry Drive

February 25, 2015

CHARLESTON, SC – Shep Benjamin of Caldwell Commercial represented the Tenant, Star Cleaning USA, Inc. in the lease of 2,000 SF warehouse/flex space at 3260 Industry Drive in North Charleston.…

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First Community Bank Receives Top Rating from Industry Group

February 25, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – First Community Bank announced that it has received the highest performance rating from BauerFinancial, the nation’s leading independent bank and credit union rating firm. The 5-Star (“Superior”)…

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Hootie & the Blowfish Foundation Accepting Grant Proposals

February 25, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC –  – The Hootie & the Blowfish Foundation is now accepting grant proposals for 2015. The foundation, established in 2000, benefits children of South Carolina through education and music…

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Columbia City Ballet’s Cinderella Comes to the Fine Arts Center of Kershaw County

February 25, 2015

CAMDEN, SC — Deemed as “sheer magic” by The State Newspaper, the Fine Arts Center of Kershaw County (FAC) presents Columbia City Ballet’s Cinderella, Thursday, March 5 in the Wood Auditorium.…

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First Community Bank Receives Top Rating from Industry Group

February 25, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – First Community Bank announced that it has received the highest performance rating from BauerFinancial, the nation’s leading independent bank and credit union rating firm. The 5-Star (“Superior”)…

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Hootie & the Blowfish Foundation Accepting Grant Proposals

February 25, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC –  – The Hootie & the Blowfish Foundation is now accepting grant proposals for 2015. The foundation, established in 2000, benefits children of South Carolina through education and music…

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New Chefs Join 5th Annual “Slow Food at Indie Grits” Sustainable Chefs Showcase on April 19, 2015 in Columbia, SC

February 24, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC  – Even more progressive, eco-conscious chefs will bring their A-game to the 5th annual Slow Food at Indie Grits “Sustainable Chefs Showcase,” potluck and party on Sunday, April…

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NAI Avant Brokers Sales of ±1.1 acres on Sunset Boulevard, West Columbia

February 24, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – NAI Avant recently sold ±1.1 acres at 2004 Sunset Boulevard in West Columbia, SC. NAI Avant senior brokers Ben Kelly, CCIM, and Patrick Chambers represented the seller, the Estate…

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New Chefs Join 5th Annual “Slow Food at Indie Grits” Sustainable Chefs Showcase on April 19, 2015 in Columbia, SC

February 24, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC  – Even more progressive, eco-conscious chefs will bring their A-game to the 5th annual Slow Food at Indie Grits “Sustainable Chefs Showcase,” potluck and party on Sunday, April…

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Avison Young Retail Lease – 3365 South Morgans Point Road

February 23, 2015

CHARLESTON, SC – Avison Young commercial real estate is pleased to announce that Vitré Stephens and Avery Homes represented Buck Investments, LC in the leasing of a 1,400 SF retail space…

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Avison Young Office Lease – 1012 Physicians Drive

February 23, 2015

CHARLESTON, SC – Avison Young commercial real estate is pleased to announce that Gregg Legerton represented Saima Ismaili DPM, LLC in the leasing of an office space located at 1012 Physicians…

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Furman Drone Team Selected as a 2015 Business Black Box Award Winner

February 23, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC – Furman’s drone team was recently selected by Business Black Box as a winner of its 2015 Innovation Award, one of seven awards made through the annual Business…

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Hair Stylist Proves American Dream Is Still Alive and Well – Publishes Book to Share Her Story With Thousands

February 23, 2015

CHARLESTON, SC – Hair stylist Marquetta Breslin has just published her new book, Million Dollar Stylist: The Hair Stylist’s Roadmap to Financial Freedom, Building the Business of Your Dreams, and…

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Magnolia Gardens Photo Contest Opens March 1

February 23, 2015

CHARLESTON, SC – The 5th Annual Magnolia Plantation and Gardens Photography Contest begins Sunday, March 1. The competition is open to professional and amateur photographers. All photos submitted to the…

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Program Announced for 2015 Administrative Professionals Day Conference at Trident Technical College

February 23, 2015

CHARLESTON, SC – Trident Technical College Division of Continuing Education and Economic Development is pleased to announce the program lineup for the 21st Annual Administrative Professionals Day Conference. The 2015 conference…

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JPS Industries, Inc. Announces Election of Directors

February 23, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC – JPS Industries, Inc. (JPST.PK), a leading manufacturer of composite materials, announced the results of the election of directors at its 2015 Annual Meeting of Stockholders held on…

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Upstate International Month Celebrates World Cultures Right Here At Home

February 23, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC – Upstate International’s 2015 celebration features nearly 100 public events, including colorful international festivals, world-renowned arts performances, global education programs, and opportunities to experience exciting sports, music, culture and…

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Green Power powers RBC Heritage seven years in a row

February 23, 2015

HILTON HEAD ISLAND, SC – The RBC Heritage Presented by Boeing Golf Tournament proudly announces “Our Greens are Green. Are Yours?” In its seventh year using 100 percent Green Power…

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South Carolina Judge Reaffirms Her Ruling Against The Episcopal Church

February 23, 2015

Asserts that state law protects Diocese of South Carolina against New York-based denomination’s efforts to seize property, names and symbols   ST. GEORGE, SC – For the second time in…

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IRS Issues Alert on New Phishing Scam

February 23, 2015

Tax Preparers and Taxpayers Urged to Not Click on Strange Emails or Links Seeking Updated Information The South Carolina Department of Revenue (SCDOR) urges South Carolinians to be aware and…

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The City Urges Citizens to Participate in Community Needs Survey

February 23, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – City of Columbia’s Community Development Department urges citizens to give input for the Five Year Consolidated Plan by completing the 2015 Community Needs Survey. To complete the survey,…

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Mashburn Construction President Awarded by Clemson University

February 23, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Mashburn Construction announced that President, Paul Mashburn received this years Distinguished Alumnus Award presented by Clemson University’s Department of Construction Science Management. The Distinguished Alumnus Award is given…

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One Million Cups Columbia Hosts The Columbia Brew Bus and Vino Garage

February 23, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC –  1 Million Cups (1MC), a program to engage, educate and connect entrepreneurs is excited to host Cam Powell of the Columbia Brew Bus and Doug Aylard of The…

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S.C. Arts Commission Announces 2015 Elizabeth O’Neill Verner Awards Recipients

February 23, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – The South Carolina Arts Commission announces the 2015 Elizabeth O’Neill Verner Governor’s Awards for the Arts, the highest honor the state presents in the arts. Established in…

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Council for Advancement and Support of Education: Names Midlands Technical College’s White Top CEO in the Southeast

February 23, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – The Council for Advancement and Support of Education (CASE) District III named Midlands Technical College president Dr. Marshall White, Jr. as the recipient of its Chief Executive…

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Spirit Communications completes purchase of SCANA Communications Inc.

February 23, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Spirit Communications announced today the completion of its acquisition of SCANA Communications, Inc. (“SCI”), including its interest in FRC, LLC, (“FRC”) a fiber network joint venture between…

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Newmark Grubb Wilson Kibler Brokers Deal at Atlas Complex

February 23, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Newmark Grubb Wilson Kibler, a leading real estate services firm, is pleased to announce the recent sale transaction of 230,000 square feet and 35 acres at 1400 Atlas…

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Colliers International’s Craig Caldwell promoted to Real Estate Management Services Accounting Manager

February 23, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Colliers International South Carolina is pleased to announce the promotion of Craig Caldwell to Real Estate Management Services (REMS) Accounting Manager. In this new position, he is…

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