Lexington County officials urge public to stay home, off roads

October 6, 2015

LEXINGTON COUNTY, S.C. – As emergency operations in Lexington County shift from response to assessment and recovery, officials say residents should stay home throughout Monday evening and night. While there…

48th Annual Gem, Mineral, & Jewelry Show

October 6, 2015

Fri Nov. 20, 10:00 – 6:00; Sat. Nov. 21, 10:00 – 6:00; Sun. Nov. 22, 12:00 – 5:00 Jamil Temple 206 Jamil Rd. Columbia, SC 29210 Jewelry, beads, loose stones,…

Dorn VA Medical Center (UPDATE)

October 6, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – The leadership and staff at the Wm. Jennings Bryan Dorn VA Medical Center in an effort to ensure patient health and safety have decided to cancel all…

48th Annual Gem, Mineral, & Jewelry Show

October 6, 2015

Fri Nov. 20, 10:00 – 6:00; Sat. Nov. 21, 10:00 – 6:00; Sun. Nov. 22, 12:00 – 5:00 Jamil Temple 206 Jamil Rd. Columbia, SC 29210 Jewelry, beads, loose stones,…

William R. Jeter has passed all three levels of the CFA designation examinations

October 6, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Abacus Planning Group, Inc. announces that William R. Jeter has passed all three levels of the Chartered Financial Analyst designation examinations, each on his first attempt. Mr.…

Richland County Offices to Close Tuesday; Meetings Canceled, Garbage Pickup Suspended

October 5, 2015

Richland County Government offices will remain closed Tuesday, with the exception of essential personnel. As emergency officials shift to recovery mode after this week’s catastrophic flooding, the public is asked…

City announces water distribution sites for drinking water

October 5, 2015

City of Columba officials held a press conference announced water distribution sites and to provide details on water service, the City’s FEMA Type I request and United Way of the…

Statement from Gov. Nikki Haley on disaster declaration

October 5, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Governor Nikki Haley released the following statement after President Barack Obama signed a disaster declaration for South Carolina: “Tonight’s federal declaration was an extremely important first step in our…

Vital Spaces founder achieves Building Biology Certification

October 5, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC – Upstate business owner Angela Self is among the first in the state to become a certified building biology environmental consultant from the International Institute for Building-Biology &…

Harvest Hope Food Bank request for food drives/monetary donations

October 5, 2015

Harvest Hope Food Bank Is Requesting Help From The Community by Hosting Food Drives and Monetary Donations Are Needed   COLUMBIA, SC – Harvest Hope Food Bank is providing an immediate…

Drive Thru Emergency Food Pantry Service – Oct 6

October 5, 2015

Food Pantry Service Tuesday Oct. 6th While Supplies Last   COLUMBIA, SC – Harvest Hope Food Bank is providing a Drive Thru Emergency Food Pantry Service on Tuesday at our Shop Rd.…

The Salvation Army of the Midlands responds to flooding

October 5, 2015

LEXINGTON, SC – As rain continues to fall in the Carolinas, The Salvation Army of the Midlands in Columbia, South Carolina is responding to the needs of the community by serving…

Clemson University’s Rutland Institute for Ethics announces 2015 James F. Barker Award recipient

October 5, 2015

Scott T. Dishman of The Family Effect to be recognized at Award Dinner on October 22, tickets now available CLEMSON, SC – After a rigorous selection process, Clemson University’s Rutland…

Richland County Councilwoman to host annual Fall Forum

October 5, 2015

RICHLAND COUNTY, SC — Richland County Councilwoman Joyce Dickerson of District Two is hosting her annual Fall Forum Tuesday, October 13, 2015, at 6 p.m. at St. Andrews Park, located…

Greenville Women Giving hosts Middle School Matters initiative

October 5, 2015

WHAT: Greenville Women Giving, a women’s collective giving organization celebrating its 10th annual season of giving to the Greenville community, will host the first of a series of five planned…

Central Carolina Community Foundation accepting financial donations to support flood relief efforts  

October 5, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC- Central Carolina Community Foundation is accepting financial donations to support organizations that are and will be responding to the needs of flood victims in the Midlands via its website…

Upstate doctor’s research on vitamin D and MS published in Journal of Neurological Sciences

October 5, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC – The Journal of Neurological Sciences recently published an article by Greenville Health System neurologist Dr. Jagannadha R. Avasarala that looks at the connection between vitamin D and…

A Wrinkle in Time

October 5, 2015

Threshold Repertory Theatre’s A Wrinkle in Time is Sure To Sweep Audiences Away on a Fantasy Fueled Ride! What: A Wrinkle in Time by John Glore Directed by Mike Kordek,…

Cayce Issues Boil Water Advisory

October 5, 2015

As a precautionary measure, the City of Cayce is issuing a Boil Water Advisory for the entire City and all out of City water customers. City is working to protect the water quality…

EdVenture Children’s Museum presents ‘Be A Boss’ Youth Summit museum teaches leadership skills and self-confidence to over 200 students

October 4, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC –  EdVenture Children’s Museum is pleased to announce the BeABoss Youth Summit on Monday, Oct. 5, 2015 from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Brookland Banquet and Conference…

Nonprofit leaders and board members gather at Shine the Light Forum

October 4, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC — DNA Creative Communications (DNA), in partnership with Community Foundation of Greenville, United Way of Greenville County and Hollingsworth Funds, hosted “Leading with an Exceptional Board: Moving from…

New report identifies personal experience as top influencer of youth career decisions

October 4, 2015

WASHINGTON, DC –  Today, The Manufacturing Institute, in partnership with SkillsUSA and the Educational Research Center of America, released a new report identifying the characteristics of experiences that impact student…

Updated Richland County shelter list

October 4, 2015

Richland County Emergency Services Department is working with the community to open temporary shelters to assist with people displaced by flooding.   Several roads in Richland County have been rendered…

SC Dept. of Education receives $15M Charter School start up grant

October 3, 2015

South Carolina one of eight states awarded Educators, parents and community leaders considering starting new public charter schools as an option to address students’ academic needs in their communities celebrated…

Capitol Consultants hires Government Affairs professional

October 3, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Capitol Consultants announced that Rich Parsons has joined the firm as a member of the Government Relations team. Mr. Parsons earned a bachelor’s degree in Political Science…

Callison Tighe’s Detwiler earns certifiation as Circuit Court mediator

October 3, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Rick Detwiler, a member at Callison Tighe, now is a certified South Carolina Circuit Court mediator. A mediator is a neutral third party who helps litigants in…

Capitol Consultants hires Government Affairs professional

October 3, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Capitol Consultants announced that Rich Parsons has joined the firm as a member of the Government Relations team. Mr. Parsons earned a bachelor’s degree in Political Science…

SCRA Technology Ventures announces collaboration

October 2, 2015

SC Launch Company and Resource Partner Team to Promote Research &Development Milestones   SUMMERVILLE, SC – SCRA Technology Ventures announced the partnership of SC Launch company, NeuroQuest, and Resource Partner Network member,…

State upgrades to OPCON 3, preparations continue for severe flooding

October 2, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC –  At 12:00 p.m. the South Carolina Emergency Management Division will increase the state’s operational condition to Level 3. OpCon3 means a disaster or emergency situation is likely in…

2015 Newberry Oktoberfest has been postponed

October 2, 2015

The 2015 Newberry Oktoberfest has been postponed. The National Weather Service office in Columbia, SC has predicted an historic rainfall event for Friday and Saturday that may make travel hazardous.…

Meliah Bowers Jefferson named national spokesperson for the American Heart Association

October 2, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC – The American Heart Association (AHA) has selected Wyche attorney Meliah Bowers Jefferson as a national spokesperson for its “Go Red For Women” movement. As an AHA national…

New York Times “Your Money” columnist, Ron Lieber, visits Midlands on October 26

October 2, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC –  Central Carolina Community Foundation, The Jewish Federation and the Katie & Irwin Kahn Jewish Community Center are hosting Ron Lieber, New York Times award winning personal finance columnist…

New York Times “Your Money” columnist, Ron Lieber, visits Midlands on October 26

October 1, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC –  Central Carolina Community Foundation, The Jewish Federation and the Katie & Irwin Kahn Jewish Community Center are hosting Ron Lieber, New York Times award winning personal finance columnist…

Goldberg and Mills invited to write about democratic education

October 1, 2015

SPARTANBURG, SC – The Association of American Colleges & Universities invited two University of South Carolina Upstate officials to write for one of its publications. Dr. Abraham Goldberg, associate professor of…

Cynthia Serra joins Coldwell Banker Caine in Greenville

October 1, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC – Coldwell Banker Caine recently welcomed Cynthia Serra as a residential sales agent to its Greenville office. Serra joins Coldwell Banker Caine with 12 years of experience as…

Moore receives Young Leader Award

October 1, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC – Complete Public Relations Associate Sarah Moore has received the September 2015 Hales Jewelers Young Leader Award. This leadership award is presented by PULSE, the Greenville Chamber’s young…

Meliah Bowers Jefferson named National Spokesperson for the American Heart Association

October 1, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC – The American Heart Association (AHA) has selected Wyche attorney Meliah Bowers Jefferson as a national spokesperson for its “Go Red For Women” movement. As an AHA national…

Twin Rivers Capital completes sale of 139 President Street

October 1, 2015

CHARLESTON, SC – Twin Rivers Capital, LLC has completed the sale of 139 President Street. Phil Rose of TRC represented the buyer and will now be leasing the retail/office/restaurant space.…

Sylvan Learning honors Myra Ruiz local education Community Partner

October 1, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC – Sylvan Learning of the Upstate honored a local Community Partner at their recent Grand Opening Celebration in Greenville. Many families, teachers and community leaders joined the Sylvan…

October 10, Kolter Homes at The Ponds holds family-focused grand opening event

October 1, 2015

SUMMERVILLE, SC – Kolter Homes at The Ponds in Summerville, South Carolina invites families to enjoy a fall day filled with outdoor activities, music, paddling, kayaking and fishing at The…

USC ranks No. 1 nationally in exercise science Ph.D. programs

October 1, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – The University of South Carolina’s Department of Exercise Science doctoral program has earned a No. 1 ranking from the National Academy of Kinesiology. The national rankings are based on a comprehensive…

Richland County Month in Review: September

October 1, 2015

RICHLAND COUNTY, SC – The following are highlights from Richland County Government in September.  Richland County Development Services, which includes several departments and divisions, received the Government Customer Service Community of…

Eighth Annual Italian Festival and Bocce Tournament Brings Authentic Italian Food and Entertainment, Sat. Oct. 3

October 1, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC –  Columbia’s eighth annual Italian Festival and Bocce Tournament will take place this Saturday, Oct. 3, 2015 at the Robert Mills House and Hampton-Preston Mansion (1615 and 1616…

Caldwell Commercial office lease – Harrell Square

October 1, 2015

CHARLESTON, SC – Shep Benjamin of Caldwell Commercial represented the Landlord in the lease of 1,965 SF office space at 2000 Sam Rittenberg Blvd., Charleston, to MAi Research, LLC. Jon…

Caldwell Commercial office lease – Aviation Business Park VI

October 1, 2015

CHARLESTON, SC – Bob Caldwell, SIOR and Shep Benjamin of Caldwell Commercial represented the Landlord in the lease of 11,409 SF office/flex space at 5965 Core Road in North Charleston.…

Caldwell Commercial office lease – Aviation Business Park II

October 1, 2015

CHARLESTON, SC – Bob Caldwell, SIOR and Shep Benjamin of Caldwell Commercial represented the Landlord in the lease of 11,172 SF office/flex space at 2442 Remount Road in North Charleston.…

Phillips Staffing honors contributions of temporary and contract workers to Georgia, South Carolina economies

October 1, 2015

Firm plans celebrations, honors during National Staffing Employee Week Sept. 28 – October 4, 2015 CHARLESTON, SC – Phillips Staffing, one of South Carolina’s largest and fastest-growing staffing and human…

Department of Energy awards $6.7-million to Clemson University

October 1, 2015

CHARLESTON, SC – Clemson University experts are leading a $6.7-million research project that could dramatically reduce energy consumption worldwide by developing industrial motors that run more efficiently. The research that…

Newberry College unveils new loan repayment promise

October 1, 2015

Program provides financial safety net for students by helping them repay loans after graduation   NEWBERRY, SC – Newberry College launched a new program designed to give students the freedom to…

V.C. Summer Nuclear Station starts refueling outage

October 1, 2015

JENKINSVILLE, SC – South Carolina Electric & Gas Company (SCE&G) will take Unit 1 at V.C. Summer Nuclear Station offline Oct. 2 to begin a scheduled refueling outage. The outage, which follows…