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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Columbia, SC, Educator Receives Prestigious National Award

February 15, 2015

Terri Butts of Columbia, SC wins top honor at the NEA Foundation’s annual gala   WASHINGTON, DC – The decisions I make concerning how I teach are based on the likes, loves,…

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Academy of Authors to Host 2015 Induction Ceremony

February 15, 2015

CHARLESTON, SC – The South Carolina Academy of Authors will honor writers Dorothea Benton Frank, William Ioor, Bret Lott, and Marjory Heath Wentworth on April 11 at 6:00 p.m. at…

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Gov. Nikki Haley Forges Partnership to Boost S.C. Workforce Services

February 15, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Governor Nikki Haley, along with a dozen state leaders, formalized a partnership Thursday that will boost South Carolina’s public workforce system, SC Works. The ultimate goal is…

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USC Coach Dawn Staley to Start Senior Resources’ 2015 March For Meals 5K Run & Walk

February 14, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Lace up your running shoes and join us February 21, 2015, for the 2015 March for Meals 5K – The Wild Run!  We are excited that USC…

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Legislative Delegation Elects New Commissioner To Represent 3rd Congressional District

February 14, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – The Legislative Delegation of the 3rd Congressional District has elected a new member to the South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) Commission. Ben H. Davis Jr., of…

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Engenius welcomes Beam as premium services coordinator

February 13, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC – Engenius has hired Anna Beam as the web marketing firm’s first premium services coordinator. Beam is a 2009 graduate of Anderson University with a degree in psychology.…

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SC BlueCross Group Earns Highest Financial Rating for 13th Year

February 13, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – A.M. Best Co. this week affirmed the A+ financial strength rating of BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina’s group of companies. The outlook for this rating is stable.…

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South Carolina Air National Guard bids farewell to “Doc” Chow

February 13, 2015

MCENTIRE JOINT NATIONAL GUARD BASE, SC – Surrounded by family, friends, dignitaries and his fellow Swamp Fox, South Carolina Air National Guard Brig. Gen. Jim Chow closed the door on a…

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DP Professionals Welcomes Natalie Cobb

February 13, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – DP Professionals announced that Natalie Cobb has joined the firm as Business Development Manager. Cobb has over a decade of experience in the staffing industry, much of…

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DP Professionals Welcomes Natalie Cobb

February 13, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – DP Professionals announced that Natalie Cobb has joined the firm as Business Development Manager. Cobb has over a decade of experience in the staffing industry, much of…

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Gov. Nikki Haley Letter to President Obama: Approve Keystone Pipeline

February 12, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Citing the economic development and energy security benefits of the Keystone XL pipeline, Governor Nikki Haley and governors across the country asked President Barack Obama to reconsider…

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Science & Mathematics Governor’s School Celebrates 20 National Merit Finalists

February 12, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics (GSSM) is excited to announce that 20 members of the class of 2015 were recently named National Merit Finalists by…

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Colliers International South Carolina’s John Folsom receives Colliers Americas’ highest honor

February 12, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – John W. Folsom, President and CEO of Colliers International South Carolina, has been named the 2014 recipient of Colliers’ most prestigious award, the Tom Richardson Award. This is…

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Alexandra Frazier Joins Riggs Partners as Copywriter

February 12, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Alexandra Frazier has joined Riggs Partners as a copywriter. Before joining the agency, she held internships in the strategic planning department of SelectNY, a Manhattan ad agency…

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Marcus Williamson joins Riggs Partners as Design Apprentice

February 12, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Marcus Williamson has joined Riggs Partners as a design apprentice, working under the tutelage of Partner and Design Director, Ryon Edwards. Williamson is a self-taught designer with…

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Tri-County Tech becomes first school to award a VSF scholarship

February 12, 2015

PENDLETON, SC – An Anderson man is the first recipient of a Veterans Scholarship Forever scholarship. Chris Tellier joined the U.S. Marine Corps in 1996 – two weeks after his…

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Jillian Owens Joins Riggs Partners as Digital Marketing Specialist

February 12, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Owens comes to Riggs Partners from the United Way of the Midlands, where she was a Community Impact Program Assistant. Her extensive background as a freelance writer…

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Alexandra Frazier Joins Riggs Partners as Copywriter

February 12, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Alexandra Frazier has joined Riggs Partners as a copywriter. Before joining the agency, she held internships in the strategic planning department of SelectNY, a Manhattan ad agency…

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Jillian Owens Joins Riggs Partners as Digital Marketing Specialist

February 12, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Owens comes to Riggs Partners from the United Way of the Midlands, where she was a Community Impact Program Assistant. Her extensive background as a freelance writer…

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Marcus Williamson joins Riggs Partners as Design Apprentice

February 12, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Marcus Williamson has joined Riggs Partners as a design apprentice, working under the tutelage of Partner and Design Director, Ryon Edwards. Williamson is a self-taught designer with…

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Helen Butler Joins William Means Real Estate Agent Team

February 11, 2015

CHARLESTON, SC – Real estate agent Helen Butler has joined the William Means Real Estate team. A Charleston native, Butler has worked in real estate for more than 18 years,…

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The Citadel names three finalists for provost; Hines to retire from position

February 11, 2015

Dr. Sam Hines has helped lead The Citadel to national prominence during his tenure CHARLESTON, SC – Three finalists are under consideration for the position of provost and dean of…

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First Choice Member Scholarship Applications Due March 15

February 11, 2015

NORTH CHARLESTON, SC – First Choice by Select Health of South Carolina is offering two scholarships to qualified applicants who are furthering their education or pursuing a second career in…

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Speaker Lucas: House Introduces Roads Bills

February 11, 2015

Two Plans to Fix SC’s Crumbling Infrastructure   COLUMBIA, SC – House Speaker Jay Lucas (District 65-Darlington) released the following statement after several pieces of comprehensive infrastructure reform legislation were introduced in…

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Science & Mathematics Governor’s School Receives Support From The Boeing Company

February 11, 2015

Partnership Will Establish a STEM Continuous Engagement Partnership with Orangeburg Consolidated School District Five   CHARLESTON, SC – The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics (GSSM) is pleased to…

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South Carolina exporters post 5th consecutive record year: $29.7 billion in 2014

February 11, 2015

State ranked as the top exporter of tires and completed passenger motor vehicles  COLUMBIA, SC – For the fifth consecutive year, the state of South Carolina has set a record for total…

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Bolt, Franklin Named To Sales Team At EDTS

February 11, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC –  Surging demand for IT management and security solutions has led EDTS, a regional IT services company specializing in managed IT services, network security, and advanced infrastructure for…

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Mauldin Rotary honors three with Service Above Self Award

February 11, 2015

MAULDIN, SC – The Rotary Club of Mauldin celebrated 35 years of service by honoring three community leaders who embody the organization’s purpose of service above self. The honorees include…

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Ogletree Deakins’ Gray Geddie Named a BTI Client Service All-Star

February 11, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC – Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C. (Ogletree Deakins), one of the largest labor and employment law firms representing management, is pleased to announce that Gray Geddie,…

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Boyd and Wyatt Sports team up for football clinic

February 11, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC – Former Clemson star quarterback Tajh Boyd will be holding his first youth clinic in the Midlands region later this month. The Tajh Boyd Football Fundamentals Youth Clinic…

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Greenville Technical College to Host FAFSA Fridays for Financial Aid Awareness Month

February 11, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC – February is Financial Aid Awareness Month and the Financial Aid Office at Greenville Technical College (GTC) will host free FAFSA workshops called FAFSA Fridays. Financial aid officers…

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Annual Gospel Fest and Heritage Tea Planned at the Fine Arts Center of Kershaw County

February 11, 2015

CAMDEN, SC – The Multi-Cultural Committee of the Fine Arts Center of Kershaw County (FAC) proudly announces plans for the annual Gospel Fest and Heritage Tea, as part of a celebration…

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Amy Clayton Strengthens Womble Carlyle’s South Carolina Real Estate Team

February 11, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC – Womble Carlyle announced the addition of attorney Amy H. Clayton to the firm’s Real Estate practice group as a partner in Womble Carlyle’s Greenville office (following a transitional…

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Boyd and Wyatt Sports team up for football clinic

February 11, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC – Former Clemson star quarterback Tajh Boyd will be holding his first youth clinic in the Midlands region later this month. The Tajh Boyd Football Fundamentals Youth Clinic…

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New Leadership at Legal Marketing Association in Columbia

February 11, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – The Legal Marketing Association’s (LMA) Southeastern Chapter has announced a new leadership team for its Columbia City Group in 2015.   The Chair of the Columbia City…

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Ogletree Deakins’ Ted Speth Named a BTI Client Service All-Star

February 11, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C. (Ogletree Deakins), one of the largest labor and employment law firms representing management, is pleased to announce that Ted Speth has…

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Southland CEO Visits China, Reaches Agreement For More Log Home Exports

February 11, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – The CEO of Southland Log Homes traveled to the People’s Republic of China in January to visit a completed Southland log home in Hunan Province. Ken Sekley,…

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Lake Carolina Gives $17,000 to Charity

February 11, 2015

Lake Carolina 2014 Events Raise $17,000 for Children’s Charities of the Midlands COLUMBIA, SC –  Lake Carolina’s annual Polar Bear Plunge, Oyster Roast and Wine & Food Festival events raised money for…

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Watson Tate Savory Welcomes Three New Staff Members

February 11, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Watson Tate Savory (WTS) is pleased to welcome Kaitlyn Childes, Ronna Emerling and Natalyn Giverson to the firm’s staff. “WTS is excited to bring Kaitlyn’s, Ronna’s and…

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Terminix Service, Inc. Announces Corporate and Branch Manager Promotions

February 11, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Teminix Service, Inc. (TSI) is proud to announce the promotion of David Knick to Corporate Training and Technical Supervisor. Knick will bring his 23 years of experience…

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Bolt, Franklin Named To Sales Team At EDTS

February 11, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – February 18, 2015 – Surging demand for IT management and security solutions has led EDTS, a regional IT services company specializing in managed IT services, network security,…

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Annual Gospel Fest and Heritage Tea Planned at the Fine Arts Center of Kershaw County

February 11, 2015

CAMDEN, SC – The Multi-Cultural Committee of the Fine Arts Center of Kershaw County (FAC) proudly announces plans for the annual Gospel Fest and Heritage Tea, as part of a celebration…

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Bolt, Franklin Named To Sales Team At EDTS

February 11, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – February 18, 2015 – Surging demand for IT management and security solutions has led EDTS, a regional IT services company specializing in managed IT services, network security,…

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Boyd and Wyatt Sports team up for football clinic

February 11, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC – Former Clemson star quarterback Tajh Boyd will be holding his first youth clinic in the Midlands region later this month. The Tajh Boyd Football Fundamentals Youth Clinic…

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New Leadership at Legal Marketing Association in Columbia

February 11, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – The Legal Marketing Association’s (LMA) Southeastern Chapter has announced a new leadership team for its Columbia City Group in 2015.   The Chair of the Columbia City…

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Ogletree Deakins’ Ted Speth Named a BTI Client Service All-Star

February 11, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C. (Ogletree Deakins), one of the largest labor and employment law firms representing management, is pleased to announce that Ted Speth has…

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Southland CEO Visits China, Reaches Agreement For More Log Home Exports

February 11, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – The CEO of Southland Log Homes traveled to the People’s Republic of China in January to visit a completed Southland log home in Hunan Province. Ken Sekley,…

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Legal Marketing Veteran Announces LinkedIn Marketing Seminars for Attorneys

February 10, 2015

CLINTON, SC – Stewart Marketing & Consulting has announced its initial schedule of social media seminars focused on “Using LinkedIn as a Professional and Organizational Tool.”  Led by industry marketing veteran…

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South Carolina Agriculture and Forestry Industries Have $41.7 Billion Economic Impact

February 10, 2015

Governor Haley/Commissioner Weathers cite 23% growth since 2006; Industries account for more than 212,000 jobs COLUMBIA, SC – South Carolina agriculture and forestry have grown 23 percent since 2006 to have an…

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