The 23rd annual writing contest for young readers

October 1, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Young readers in grades 4-12 are invited to write a personal letter to an author for the Letters about Literature (LAL) contest, a national reading and writing promotion…

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…

Tennis teacher Carlos Lozano returning to Columbia as Rockbridge Club Pro

September 30, 2015

COLUMBIA,. SC – Accomplished tennis player, teacher and coach Carlos Lozano will be the new tennis pro at Rockbridge Club in Forest Acres as of Oct. 1. Lozano was an All-American player…

Elliott Davis Decosimo admits four new shareholders

September 30, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC – Elliott Davis Decosimo is pleased to announce they have admitted four new shareholders into the firm, effective September 1, 2015. “We are pleased to have continued growth…

DSS Employee to be recognized as an Angel in Adoption

September 30, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – The South Carolina Department of Social Services (SCDSS) has announced The Congressional Coalition on Adoption Institute (CCAI) will honor DSS employee Portia Hawkins as an Angel in…

District Five holds ribbon-cutting ceremony for new Dutch Fork High School Health Science Center

September 30, 2015

IRMO, SC – Students, staff and community members gathered at Dutch Fork High School on Sept. 29 for a ribbon-cutting ceremony officially opening the school’s new Health Science Center. The nearly…

Midlands Technical College awarded $2.25 million to enhance student services

September 30, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Midlands Technical College (MTC) will use a $2.25 million grant from the US Department of Education Strengthening Institutions Program to help improve the success of freshmen students…

Motor Supply Co. Bistro featured on Travel Channel UK television show, “Jeni and Olly’s Deep South Food Adventures”

September 30, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC –  Motor Supply Co. Bistro, one of Columbia, S.C.’s leading chef-driven restaurants, is featured in an episode of the new Travel Channel UK television series, “Jeni and Olly’s Deep…

Richland County Recreation Foundation receives two donations from the Ray Tanner Foundation

September 30, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – The Richland County Recreation Foundation received a generous donation from the Ray Tanner Foundation totaling over $4,000. The first charitable contribution will support 40 youth from the…

Miller-Valentine Group volunteer’s partner with the United Way and Central South Carolina Habitat for Humanity in support of Arthurtown

September 30, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Miller-Valentine Group associates recently partnered with Central South Carolina Habitat for Humanity to volunteer in the Arthurtown neighborhood through the United Way Day of Action. The mission…

M.B. Kahn Holds Job Fair in Columbia

September 30, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – M. B. Kahn Construction Co. will hold a job fair this week for numerous construction jobs. The two-day job fair will be Friday, October 2 from 1…

NAI Avant brokers sale on Burning Tree Drive in Columbia

September 30, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – NAI Avant senior brokers Bobby Hathaway and Campbell Kreps recently facilitated the sale of ±1.2 acres off Burning Tree Drive in Columbia, SC. Hathaway and Kreps represented the…

Publix Super Markets Charities donates $4 Million to Habitat for Humanity affiliates

September 30, 2015

LAKELAND, Fla – Publix Super Markets Charities (PSMC) announced today that it would donate $4 million to Habitat for Humanity affiliates across the Southeast. The donation will provide funding to build 40…

Richland County Recreation Foundation receives two donations from the Ray Tanner Foundation

September 30, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – The Richland County Recreation Foundation received a generous donation from the Ray Tanner Foundation totaling over $4,000. The first charitable contribution will support 40 youth from the…

M.B. Kahn Holds Job Fair in Columbia

September 30, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – M. B. Kahn Construction Co. will hold a job fair this week for numerous construction jobs. The two-day job fair will be Friday, October 2 from 1…

Miller-Valentine Group volunteer’s partner with the United Way and Central South Carolina Habitat for Humanity in support of Arthurtown

September 30, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Miller-Valentine Group associates recently partnered with Central South Carolina Habitat for Humanity to volunteer in the Arthurtown neighborhood through the United Way Day of Action. The mission…

Motor Supply Co. Bistro featured on Travel Channel UK television show, “Jeni and Olly’s Deep South Food Adventures”

September 30, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC –  Motor Supply Co. Bistro, one of Columbia, S.C.’s leading chef-driven restaurants, is featured in an episode of the new Travel Channel UK television series, “Jeni and Olly’s Deep…

NAI Avant brokers sale on Burning Tree Drive in Columbia

September 30, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – NAI Avant senior brokers Bobby Hathaway and Campbell Kreps recently facilitated the sale of ±1.2 acres off Burning Tree Drive in Columbia, SC. Hathaway and Kreps represented the…

Colliers International brokers sale of 2403 Powdersville Road in Easley, SC

September 29, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC – Colliers International’s Richard Barrett, MCR represented the seller, Robert and Elizabeth Carman, in the sale of 2403 Powdersville Road, which previously housed Carman Ad Image. The approximately 4,800…

The all new SOHO opens October 1: Well-known local restaurant brings urban dining concept to the grand strand

September 29, 2015

Myrtle Beach, SC – Beginning October 1, Myrtle Beach residents will enjoy a whole level of dining, literally.  SOHO, the flagship of Myrtle Beach Dining Group will unveil the area’s first…

Lindsey Halter transitions into an Agent Role with Lee & Associates Charleston

September 29, 2015

Charleston, SC — The Charleston office of Lee & Associates, one of the largest broker-owned commercial brokerage firms in the nation, clarified that Lindsey Halter has transitioned with the company…

Cushman & Wakefield | Thalhimer Sells Charleston Medical Office Condominium

September 29, 2015

CHARLESTON, SC – September 2015:  Cushman & Wakefield | Thalhimer is pleased to announce the sale of a medical office condominium located at 5401 Netherby Lane, Suite 1202 in North Charleston,…

2015 Columbia Choice Awards call for entries

September 29, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – The Columbia Tree and Appearance Commission and Columbia Green present the 14th Annual Columbia Choice Awards for Landscaping and Beautification.  These prestigious awards recognize individuals, businesses, neighborhoods…

Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina Awards $129,500 to 10 Community Enrichment Grantees

September 29, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – The Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina recently awarded ten Community Enrichment grants totaling $129,500.00, bringing the Foundation Community Enrichment total to $344,078.52 for the year. The Community…

Walmart Foundation Grant Supports Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Columbia

September 29, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC- Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Columbia is excited to announce receiving a grant from the Walmart Foundation’s Community Giving Program through their Store 4506 at 321 Killian…

Ivey Jacops Joins Coldwell Banker Caine in Greenville

September 29, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC – Coldwell Banker Caine recently welcomed Ivey Jacops as a residential sales agent to its Greenville office. Prior to joining Coldwell Banker Caine, Jacops worked as a Financial Analyst…

County to provide information regarding blighted residential structures during next Belton City Council Meeting

September 29, 2015

BELTON, SC – Anderson County will provide information during the Belton City Council meeting on Tuesday, October 6, 2015 at 7:00 PM at the Belton City Hall located at 306…

Fall for Greenville delights foodies with weekend of flavor October 8-11

September 29, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC – Fall for Greenville presented by Pepsi and OneMain Financial returns to downtown Greenville with signature tastes from 40 different restaurants. This year’s festival will kick off Thursday night,…

Myrtle Beach Realtor® Terry White receives 2015 Distinguished Service Award

September 29, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC –   Terry White, South Carolina REALTOR® (SCR) member and owner of White Realty in Myrtle Beach, received the association’s Distinguished Service Award at its 2015 annual conference and…

Motley Rice LLC files class action lawsuits in eight states on behalf of Volkswagen owners and lessees

September 29, 2015

MT. PLEASANT, SC – Motley Rice LLC, one of the nation’s largest plaintiffs’ firms, has filed class actions in eight states for alleged consumer fraud and breach of contract regarding…

Galt joins OnPoint CFO & Controller Services Team

September 29, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC – OnPoint CFO & Controller Services recently welcomed Dan Galt to their team as Senior Accountant. In his new role, he will oversee the daily finance activity for…

AZA grants accreditation to Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

September 29, 2015

SILVER SPRING, MD – The Association of Zoos & Aquariums (AZA) today announced that Riverbanks Zoo and Garden was granted accreditation by AZA’s independent Accreditation Commission. “The Association of Zoos…

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announces top producers for August

September 29, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC – Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS® announces the top producers from each of its residential sales offices for August. These are the agents and teams with…

NAI Avant brokers sales of ±1.2 acres on Burning Tree Drive in Columbia

September 29, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – NAI Avant senior brokers Bobby Hathaway and Campbell Kreps recently facilitated the sale of ±1.2 acres off Burning Tree Drive in Columbia, SC. Hathaway and Kreps represented the…

USC joins coalition to improve admissions process

September 29, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – The University of South Carolina is among a diverse coalition of public and private colleges and universities coming together with the goal of improving the college admission…

Mayor Steve Benjamin to announce headliner for Columbia, S.C.’s Famously Hot New Year celebration on Oct. 8th

September 29, 2015

Discover the New Year on South Carolina’s Main Street COLUMBIA, SC — Mayor Steve Benjamin and Famously Hot New Year (FHNY) will announce the national headliner for Famously Hot New…

United Ministries announces new name and look for October 25th signature event

September 28, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC – United Ministries is pleased to introduce the new name and look of its signature community-wide fundraising walk, the result of the organization’s rebranding of the event. Known as…

Richland County issues a Notice to Proceed for Intersections Improvement Project

September 28, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – The Richland Penny Program is pleased to announce C.R. Jackson, Inc. was issued a Notice to Proceed for an 18-month, $9 million contract for six design/build intersection improvements…

Columbia Chamber honors six at 113th Annual Gala

September 28, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – On September 24, 2015, the Columbia Chamber had the distinct honor of celebrating six outstanding individuals at the 113th Annual Gala, presented by BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina.…

Rotary District 7770 awards three Ambassadorial Global Scholars

September 28, 2015

CHARLESTON, SC – District 7770 recently awarded scholarships to three new Ambassadorial Global Scholars for a year of graduate study overseas. Ambassadorial Global Scholars pursue studies which offer sustainable, high-impact…

Circle of Excellence award winner: Todd P. Garrett, CCIM, SIOR

September 28, 2015

CHARLESTON, SC – The Charleston, SC office of Avison Young announced that Todd P. Garrett, CCIM, SIOR was recognized by Avison Young as a 2014 Circle of Excellence Affiliate Winner…

SC Bar Foundation seeks young lawyers for Ambassador program

September 28, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC — The South Carolina Bar Foundation is seeking young attorneys interested in a leadership position to become Bar Foundation Ambassadors. The Foundation launched the Ambassador program in January…

Midlands Mediation Center announces new Executive Director

September 28, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – The Midlands Mediation Center, a conflict resolution organization serving the Midlands of South Carolina since 1998, announces the selection of Sondra D. Stephenson, J.D.  as its new executive…

Mitsubishi Polyester Film expanding Upstate Operations

September 28, 2015

Company Investing $100 Million To Expand Production Capacity At Greer, S.C. Facility  .  GREER, SC – Mitsubishi Polyester Film, Inc. one of the world’s largest suppliers of polyester film, is…

Mayor Steve Benjamin to announce headliner for Columbia, S.C.’s Famously Hot New Year celebration on Oct. 8th

September 28, 2015

Discover the New Year on South Carolina’s Main Street COLUMBIA, SC — Mayor Steve Benjamin and Famously Hot New Year (FHNY) will announce the national headliner for Famously Hot New…

IntelliSystems and Avaya host telecommunications “Lunch and Learn”

September 28, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC –  IntelliSystems and Avaya are holding a Lunch and Learn on Thursday, October 8th from 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM at the IntelliSystems office at 140 Stoneridge Drive,…

Dr. Katie Stroud Bullwinkel joins Pitner Orthodontics

September 28, 2015

  IRMO, SC – Dr. Leslie Pitner, owner of Pitner Orthodontics, announced that Dr. Katie Stroud Bullwinkel has joined Pitner Orthodontics as an associate. Dr. Katie Bullwinkel is a native…

Bobbitt constructs dental practice in historic Columbia building

September 28, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Bobbitt Design Build recently completed construction on Columbia Smiles’ second high-end dental practice, which is located in the Historic Keenan Building at 1310 Lady St. in downtown…

Renewable Water Resources sweeps debris from the Reedy River

September 28, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC – Renewable Water Resources employees and volunteers took part in the 27th annual Statewide Beach Sweep/River Sweep last weekend. Each year thousands of people volunteer for the Sweep,…

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

September 28, 2015

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