SC Bar Launches Attorney Wellness Website

February 18, 2015

Task force encourages Bar members to start “Living Above the Bar”   CHARLESTON, SC – The Attorney Wellness Task Force of the South Carolina Bar is proud to announce the launch…

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Councilwoman Joyce Dickerson to Host Dirt Road Paving Meeting in Upper Richland

February 18, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Residents in Upper Richland County will have the opportunity to learn about Richland County’s newly launched program to pave dirt roads at a community meeting this month.…

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Community Forum to Discuss New Cleanup Campaign along Broad River Road

February 18, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – A cleaner commute is in store for travelers along the busy Broad River Road Corridor courtesy of a new beautification initiative. A “Cleanup the Corridor Campaign” is…

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SuggsJohnson CPAs Honored for Rapid and Sustained Growth

February 18, 2015

Anderson accounting firm moves up 10 places among 2015 Fastest Growing Businesses ANDERSON, SC –  Deep in the soul of Tiger Territory beats the heart of a Bulldog. Last week,…

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Ballpark Previews and Luxury Suite Reservations for Spirit Communications Park Available Starting February 23

February 18, 2015

Suite packages available for preview & sales, Feb. 23 – 26 COLUMBIA, SC — Due to the overwhelming interest shown since the groundbreaking for Spirit Communications Park, Columbia Professional Baseball…

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Footprint, LLC establishing manufacturing facility in Chester County

February 18, 2015

$15.4 million capital investment expected to result in 115 new jobs CHESTER COUNTY, SC – Footprint, LLC, a company that specializes in the direct manufacturing of sustainable materials and packaging, is…

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SuggsJohnson CPAs Honored for Rapid and Sustained Growth

February 18, 2015

South Carolina accounting firm moves up 10 places among 2015 Fastest Growing Businesses COLUMBIA, SC – Deep in the soul of Tiger and Gamecock Territory beats the heart of a Bulldog.…

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Women in Philanthropy honored with TWIN Award

February 18, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Women in Philanthropy was honored with the TWIN Award by the Palmetto Center for Women.  The TWIN Awards are a distinguished honor presented to women whose outstanding…

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Applications Available Now for 2015 SC Commissioner’s School for Agriculture

February 18, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Rising high school juniors and seniors can now apply for this year’s South Carolina Commissioner’s School for Agriculture (SCCSA), held at Clemson University, July 18-24, 2015. SCCSA is…

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The Rotary Club of Lake Murray-Irmo names Beverly Coates as a new Paul Harris Fellow for her outstanding work with C.O.P.S

February 18, 2015

IRMO, SC – Lynn Campbell surprised Beverly Coates with the honor of a Paul Harris Fellow at the weekly meeting of The Rotary Club of Lake Murray-Irmo on February 11,…

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Register for Automotive CFO Forum

February 18, 2015

Register today for the KPMG CFO Forum held Wed., Feb. 25 from 12:00 – 3:00 pm at the Hyatt Regency Greenville. This event offers a rare opportunity to hear from…

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Bravo1 Protection adds Austin as Business Development Manager

February 18, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC – The Upstate’s newest private security firm continues to grow with the addition of Ebony Austin as Business Development Manager. Austin brings an extensive business background to Bravo1…

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NAI Avant 7 NAI Earle Furman Facilitate ±153,000 SF Lease of Industrial Warehouse in Easley

February 18, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – NAI Avant recently facilitated a ±153,000 square foot industrial warehouse lease at 400 Saco Lowell Road in Easley, SC. NAI Avant senior brokers Roger Winn and Paul…

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List Revealed for Columbia Open Studios Tour, Presented by 701 Center for Contemporary Art on April 11-12, 2015

February 18, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – The roster of 41 participating visual artists, including 7 newcomers, has been released for Columbia Open Studios, presented by 701 Center for Contemporary Art. The free, self-led…

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SuggsJohnson CPAs Honored for Rapid and Sustained Growth

February 18, 2015

South Carolina accounting firm moves up 10 places among 2015 Fastest Growing Businesses COLUMBIA, SC – Deep in the soul of Tiger and Gamecock Territory beats the heart of a Bulldog.…

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The Rotary Club of Lake Murray-Irmo names Beverly Coates as a new Paul Harris Fellow for her outstanding work with C.O.P.S

February 18, 2015

IRMO, SC – Lynn Campbell surprised Beverly Coates with the honor of a Paul Harris Fellow at the weekly meeting of The Rotary Club of Lake Murray-Irmo on February 11,…

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Colliers International’s Salley, Stewart and Morrison receive national brokerage recognition

February 17, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Chuck Salley, SIOR, GivensStewart, SIOR and Hagood Morrison, SIOR, all of ColliersInternational South Carolina, were named to ColliersInternational USA’s 2014 Everest Club. The Colliers International Everest Club annually…

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Colliers International’s Stewart, Morrison and Salley receive national brokerage recognition

February 17, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC – Givens Stewart, SIOR, Hagood Morrison, SIOR and Chuck Salley, SIOR, all of ColliersInternational South Carolina, were named to ColliersInternational USA’s 2014 Everest Club. The Colliers International Everest Club…

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Colliers International’s Morrison, Salley and Stewart receive national brokerage recognition

February 17, 2015

CHARLESTON, SC – Hagood Morrison, SIOR, Chuck Salley, SIOR and Givens Stewart, SIOR, all of Colliers International South Carolina, were named to Colliers International USA’s 2014 Everest Club. The Colliers…

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10 Winter Safety Tips from the American Red Cross

February 17, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC – The American Red Cross is urging people to take 10 simple steps to stay safe as frigid air and wintery conditions move into South Carolina. “Although winter weather can…

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SYNNEX Corporation Selects Tim Acker to Lead its Mobility and Connected Solutions Businesses

February 17, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC – February 9, 2015 – SYNNEX Corporation (NYSE: SNX), a leading distributor of IT products and services, announced today that it has selected IT channel veteran Tim Acker to…

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Finalists chosen for USC Chamber Music Day and Competition

February 17, 2015

Eight high school string quartets from four states will be coached by the renowned Parker Quartet   COLUMBIA, SC – For the second year, University of South Carolina music students…

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Richland County Amplifies Recycling Efforts with New Roll Carts, Commercials

February 17, 2015

RICHLAND COUNTY, SC  – Residents served by Richland County Solid Waste and Recycling received a shiny new gift last month that will hopefully be put to good use. Forty-eight thousand…

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Lourie Center Receives National Honor for Innovative Program

February 17, 2015

Award Highlights Outstanding Program for Columbia Seniors   Columbia, SC – The Isadore E. Lourie Senior Center (Lourie Center) in Columbia, SC was recently recognized by the National Council on…

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Steve Hyman joins Cohn Construction Services

February 17, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Cohn Construction Services announced that Steve Hyman has joined the company and will be providing management and consulting services in his role as Senior Project Manager. With…

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Phillips Staffing’s Kristina Simmerman Joins Area SHRM Board

February 17, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC –  Upstate human resources professional Kristina Simmerman of Phillips Staffing, one of South Carolina’s largest and fastest-growing staffing and human capital solution providers, has been selected to serve…

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Chicken Salad Chick Named Top Chicken Salad to Try by Cooking With Paula Deen

February 17, 2015

SUMMERVILLE, SC – The latest edition of Cooking with Paula Deen magazine, which hits stands today, names Chicken Salad Chick as the top spot in the country to try chicken salad. This…

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NAI Avant Facilitates ±4,500 SF Lease at Lykes Business Center in Irmo, SC

February 17, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – NAI Avant broker Jeff Hein, SIOR, recently represented the Landlord of Lykes Business Center at 1108 Lykes Lane in a ±4,500 square foot lease. Represented by NAI Avant’s…

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NAI Avant Represents Buyer of ±29.6 Acres off River Road in Columbia, SC

February 17, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – NAI Avant brokers Tombo Milliken (left) and Tom Milliken (right) recently represented Landtech Asset Management in their purchase of ±29.6 acres off River Road in Columbia, SC. The…

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IT-oLogy Receives Commerce Innovation Grant Funding

February 17, 2015

Successful CyberSaturday program to expand statewide COLUMBIA, SC – IT-oLogy is pleased to announce that it has received $100,000 from the South Carolina Innovation Challenge. The funding has been awarded…

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United Way to recognize 2015 South Carolina Common Good Award recipients

February 17, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – The United Way Association of South Carolina will recognize 6 state legislators for their commitment to the common good at a reception in Columbia tonight. Recipients of…

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DHEC announces business and hospitality recycling award winners

February 17, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Five South Carolina businesses are being recognized for their exemplary recycling efforts by the S.C. Smart Business Recycling Program and Green Hospitality Program, the state’s Department of…

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Pharmacy pilot program improves health; saves money

February 17, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – A Comprehensive Medication Management Collaborative (CMMC)’s pilot program testing a new pharmacist-physician business model has shown enough potential for the program to expand to a new rural…

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Phillips Staffing’s Kristina Simmerman Joins Pickens Area SHRM Board

February 17, 2015

EASLEY and GREENVILLE, SC –  Upstate human resources professional Kristina Simmerman of Phillips Staffing, one of South Carolina’s largest and fastest-growing staffing and human capital solution providers, has been selected to…

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Phillips Staffing’s Kristina Simmerman Joins Area SHRM Board

February 17, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC –  Upstate human resources professional Kristina Simmerman of Phillips Staffing, one of South Carolina’s largest and fastest-growing staffing and human capital solution providers, has been selected to serve…

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Steve Hyman joins Cohn Construction Services

February 17, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Cohn Construction Services announced that Steve Hyman has joined the company and will be providing management and consulting services in his role as Senior Project Manager. With…

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10 Winter Safety Tips from the American Red Cross

February 16, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC – The American Red Cross is urging people to take 10 simple steps to stay safe as frigid air and wintery conditions move into South Carolina. “Although winter weather can…

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Leadership Columbia Class of 2015 Announces “Shared Streets” Project in Effort to Advance Columbia as a Bicycle Friendly Community

February 16, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – The 2015 Leadership Columbia class announces the “Shared Streets” project that will improve ways for pedestrians, bicyclists, buses and cars to share safe and attractive Columbia streets. Leadership…

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Girl Scouts Begin Selling Cookies at Local Retailers on February 20

February 16, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC –  Girl Scouts throughout the Upstate are offering cookies for sale at various local retailers beginning Friday, February 20.  For those who missed the door-to-door sales during the…

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Commerce awards $2.6 million in South Carolina Innovation Challenge grants

February 16, 2015

19 organizations across the state receive funds to support innovation and entrepreneurship   COLUMBIA, SC – The South Carolina Department of Commerce is awarding $2.6 million in a second round…

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Bobbitt to Build Local Thermo King Headquarters

February 16, 2015

GASTON, SC – Bobbitt Design Build has begun construction on the corporate headquarters for a local Franchisee for Thermo King, which will be located at 30 Sonntag Drive in Gaston.…

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Advertisement of Vacancies for the City of Columbia Boards & Commissions

February 16, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – The City of Columbia is seeking persons to serve on a variety of boards and commissions. Participation is another way city residents can take part in their government.…

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Bingham-Mitchell Offer Plan to Save S.C. State

February 16, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Two S.C. House Members, a Republican and a Democrat, have offered legislation to keep S.C. State University open and to return the institution to financial solvency. S.C.…

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A Conversation with Dr. Claude Lilly, President of Presbyterian College

February 16, 2015

By Alan Cooper   MidlandsBiz: Where have you worked prior to becoming President of Presbyterian College? Claude Lilly: Most of my professional experience has been at large educational institutions. I…

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St. Pat’s in Five Points Now Offering In-Store Pre-Sale Tickets

February 16, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Starting on Monday, February 16, patrons can find tickets for sale to the one of the largest St. Patrick’s Day celebrations in the southeast. In addition to online…

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City of Columbia Parks and Recreation Department Accepting Band Submissions for 2015 Summer Concert Series

February 16, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – The City of Columbia Parks and Recreation Department is accepting submissions for the 24th Summer Concert Series in Finlay Park. Concerts will be held during the months of…

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Tripp Riley, AIA Elected President of the South Carolina Chapter of the American Institute of Architects

February 16, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Tripp Riley, AIA, Vice President of Studio 2LR, Inc. has been elected as the 2015 President of the South Carolina Chapter of the American Institute of Architects…

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The City of Columbia Calls for Presenters and Vendors for the 2015 Small Business Week Conference

February 16, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – The City of Columbia’s Office of Business Opportunities is taking applications for presenters for the 2015 Small Business Week Conference on May 5-6, 2015. Potential presenters can include…

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NAI Avant Adds Paschal, Brown, Metts to Specialized Brokerage Teams, Columbia

February 16, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – NAI Avant is pleased to announce the recent additions of Paul Paschal, Boyd Brown, and John Metts as brokerage associates to the market leading office and retail brokerage teams…

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Bobbitt to Build Local Thermo King Headquarters

February 16, 2015

GASTON, SC – Bobbitt Design Build has begun construction on the corporate headquarters for a local Franchisee for Thermo King, which will be located at 30 Sonntag Drive in Gaston.…

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