Statement from Commissioner Hugh Weathers about rain damage

October 8, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Over the past few days here in South Carolina, I’ve watched, worried and prayed for friends and families who have been terribly impacted by this natural disaster…

Richland County Flood Update Information

October 7, 2015

Flooding Overview Maps Now Online:  The Richland County GIS team has worked with several partners to provide recovery and assessment support in the form of mapping information. Several maps have…

The Rusty Rudder Oktoberfest taking donations for SC flood victims this Saturday

October 7, 2015

MOUNT PLEASANT, SC – In wake of the recent and ongoing South Carolina storm devastation and deadly flooding, TheRusty Rudder Mount Pleasant, located at 3562 N. Hwy 17, is spreading…

Boil water advisory lifted for Chapin Water customers

October 7, 2015

CHAPIN, SC  – The Town of Chapin has received notification from the City of Columbia that the city has lifted the Boil Water Advisory that was issued for Chapin area…

Fall for Greenville to accept donations for flood relief efforts

October 7, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC – Beginning at the pre-event concert Thursday night, and continuing throughout the weekend, Fall for Greenville festival-goers will have an opportunity to support flood victims in the Midlands and…

Ten at the Top reaches 500 regional engagements

October 7, 2015

UPSTATE, SC – Ten at the Top (TATT), an organization created to foster collaboration, partnerships and strategic planning across the Upstate, recently conducted the 500th regional engagement (presentations, forums, meetings, surveys)…

Fall for Greenville road closures

October 7, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC -The following roads will be closed for Fall for Greenville: Thursday, October 8 3:30 p.m.             East Washington Street, from Main Street to Spring Street   7 p.m.                   Main…

Greenville Police Department to support law enforcement efforts in Columbia

October 7, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC – Chief Ken Miller has announced that 10 officers (including one sergeant and one lieutenant) from the Greenville Police Department (GPD) are traveling to Columbia today to provide supplemental…

Post storm update, FEMA info

October 7, 2015

CHARLESTON, SC We are experiencing minor and intermittent flooding downtown in low lying areas which are typically affected by higher tides. Charleston Public Safety resources will continue to monitor road…

Jarrard, Nowell & Russell names Derrick Apple as Audit Manager

October 7, 2015

CHARLESTON, SC – Jarrard, Nowell & Russell, LLC, a Charleston-based accounting and business advisory firm, has promoted Derrick Apple to audit manager. Apple, a certified public accountant (CPA), previously served…

SCAM ALERT: Avoid fraudulent charities looking to profit off flood

October 7, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – In response to the devastation of the recent flood, many South Carolinians are searching for ways to help victims. The SC Department of Consumer Affairs and Secretary of…

The Salvation Army of the Midlands serves 2,500 meals to First Responders and Flood Survivors

October 7, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – The Salvation Army of the Midlands was here long before the storms and we will stay here to serve our community. As of today we have served…

USO South Carolina provides support to National Guard Troops responding to flooding throughout the state

October 7, 2015

WHAT:        USO South Carolina is providing support to over 1,200 National Guard troops who have been deployed to the region to help local first responders in the wake…

Wells Fargo announces $300,000 donation to Red Cross to aid flood relief efforts

October 7, 2015

SAN FRANCISCO, CA – Wells Fargo & Company (NYSE: WFC) announced today that it is making a donation of $300,000 to the American Red Cross to support disaster relief efforts in…

Historic Columbia offers free consultation for the preservation of flood-damaged Items

October 7, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC— In response to the recent flooding catastrophe, Historic Columbia’s Department of Cultural Resources staff is offering free consultation services for basic preservation of damaged items (paintings, family photos,…

Columbia Realtors® recognized among top 1% of Coldwell Banker United, REALTORS® sales associates

October 7, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Several local Realtors® have been recognized among the top 1% of sales associates affiliated with Coldwell Banker United, REALTORS® in the Carolinas for 2014. The agents attended a…

South Carolinians impacted by severe storms and flooding encouraged to register with FEMA to be considered for recovery assistance

October 7, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC –  – As South Carolinians continue to respond and recover from recent severe storms and flooding, U.S. Senator Tim Scott (R-SC) announced information about registering with and applying for…

The Palladium Society presents Bluegrass Bidding & BBQ 12th annual silent auction

October 7, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC — The Palladium Society returns to the Robert Mills House for Bluegrass, Bidding & BBQ presented by Jaguar Land Rover Columbia on Thursday, October 22, from 7:00 to 10:00…

TD donates $100,000 to aid flood relief efforts

October 7, 2015

TD Bank and the TD Charitable Foundation today donated $75,000 to the American Red Cross and $25,000 to a local food bank to assist with flood relief efforts in South…

City of Columbia offices closed Thursday and Friday

October 7, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Due to hazardous conditions, City of Columbia offices will be closed on Thursday, Oct. 8 and Friday, Oct. 9, for all city operations, with the exception of…

SCDOT provides flood debris collection information

October 7, 2015

In anticipation of a major effort to collect debris resulting from the rain and flooding in the state, the South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) wants to make the public…

Lexington County to provide containers for debris removal

October 7, 2015

LEXINGTON COUNTY, SC – Lexington County is in the planning process to provide roll-off containers in major affected areas for residents to dispose of storm debris. Residents in the Pineglen…

United Way of Greenville County contributes $100,000 to Flood Disaster Recovery

October 7, 2015

Columbia, SC — United Way of Greenville County is contributing $100,000 on behalf of its donors to support flood recovery efforts around the state. The executive committee of United Way…

Harvest Hope Food Bank is Having a Drive Thru Emergency Food Pantry Service Thursday Oct. 8th

October 7, 2015

Harvest Hope Food Bank is providing a Drive Thru Emergency Food Pantry Service on Thursday at our Shop Rd. and Lexington locations. “With the continued aid relief for the Carolinas,…

Food Drive Request and Updated Request List

October 7, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Harvest Hope Food Bank is providing an immediate response to the devastating floods.  Harvest Hope Food Bank is in need of nonperishable food items to provide relief…

City of Columbia Announces partial repeal of system-wide boil water advisory

October 7, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Customers in the Town of Chapin and nearby areas are no longer under a boil water advisory, see attached map and details below. All other water customers…

National Flood Relief Fund for S.C. Midlands organizations established by Central Carolina Community Foundation

October 7, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC –  Deadly, record-smashing rainfall has caused massive flooding across the eleven Midlands counties served by Central Carolina Community Foundation in Columbia, S.C. In response, the Foundation has established a…

Mayor’s Walk Against Domestic Violence cancelled

October 7, 2015

Participants encouraged to volunteer in purple In light of the major recovery effort underway due to the October 2015 Flood, the Mayor’s Walk Against Domestic Violence has been cancelled. Instead…

SCDOR to offer tax relief to those impacted by severe storms and flooding in SC

October 7, 2015

SCDOR to Offer Tax Relief to those Impacted by Severe Storms and Flooding in SC South Carolina taxpayers impacted by the severe storms and flooding that began October 1, 2015…

Art exhibit features local artist Jim Harrison

October 7, 2015

WEST COLUMBIA, SC – Continuing with our rotating arts program featuring local artists, Columbia Metropolitan Airport announced an exhibit featuring renowned artist Jim Harrison. The exhibit is on display in…

StorageCraft offers free backup and disaster recovery software to businesses impacted by floods in Southeast

October 7, 2015

Download of three-day version of ShadowProtect software available until Oct. 30. Businesses and non-profit organizations in areas of the southeastern United States that were affected by the past week’s catastrophic…

Demers Ambulances has named First Priority South as their new dealer for South Carolina

October 7, 2015

BELOEIL, QC – Demers Ambulances is proud to announce it has signed First Priority South as their new dealer for the states of South Carolina, North Carolina and Kentucky. “This is…

Relief efforts in the Carolinas get boost with $100,000 donation from Duke Energy

October 7, 2015

$80,000 donation to the American Red Cross in South Carolina $20,000 donation to the American Red Cross in North Carolina CHARLOTTE, NC – Duke Energy today announced a $100,000donation to the American…

BEN-NO-MO collapsible stand poised to change the tailgating accessories game

October 7, 2015

Innovative, industrial-strength product proves perfect for coolers, toolboxes, tabletop grills FLORENCE, SC – The brainchild of business partners Larry Lyerly, Jimmy Gregg, and Chad Lyerly; the BEN-NO-MO adjustable and collapsible stand for coolers,…

City of Columbia debris removal underway today

October 7, 2015

Select Garbage Service Also to Start Thursday, Oct. 8th The City of Columbia Solid Waste Division is now collecting storm debris from citizens throughout its service area and will continue this…

Caldwell Commercial Flex Lease in N. Charleston

October 7, 2015

CHARLESTON, SC – Shep Benjamin of Caldwell Commercial represented the Tenant, Statesville Roofing & Building Restoration, in the lease of 1,125 SF flex space at 4365 Dorchester Road in N.…

SCRA wins excellence in economic development award

October 7, 2015

Takes Home Gold Honor for Multi-Year Economic Development COLUMBIA, SC – SCRA and its flagship SC Launch program, were presented with a Gold Excellence in Multi-Year Economic Development Award in…

Wagner’s Herman named GHS Med Scholar

October 7, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC – Jeff Herman, an Equity Partner in Wagner Wealth Management, has been named a Greenville Health Medical Scholar for the fall 2015 term. The five-week program is designed…

Free legal assistance available for South Carolina flood victims

October 7, 2015

A toll-free legal aid hotline is now available to victims of South Carolina’s recently declared flood disaster areas in Charleston, Dorchester, Georgetown, Horry, Lexington, Orangeburg, Richland, Sumter, Clarendon and Williamsburg…

NAI Avant Consummates NHC Homecare Office Space Lease In Columbia, SC

October 7, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – NAI Avant broker Peyton Bryant recently procured the lease of ±5,000 SF in 3229 Sunset Boulevard. The space will be occupied by NHC HomeCare, Midlands as their local…

Kolter at The Ponds to reschedule grand opening event

October 7, 2015

Kolter Homes at The Ponds announces that their Grand Opening event scheduled for October 10 is postponed. At this time, no date has been selected for the Grand Opening. Mike…

NAI Avant Consummates NHC Homecare Office Space Lease In Columbia, SC

October 7, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – NAI Avant broker Peyton Bryant recently procured the lease of ±5,000 SF in 3229 Sunset Boulevard. The space will be occupied by NHC HomeCare, Midlands as their local…

National Flood Relief Fund for S.C. Midlands organizations established by Central Carolina Community Foundation

October 7, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC –  Deadly, record-smashing rainfall has caused massive flooding across the eleven Midlands counties served by Central Carolina Community Foundation in Columbia, S.C. In response, the Foundation has established a…

Girl Scouts collecting supplies for flood-affected members

October 6, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC – The Girl Scouts of South Carolina – Mountains to Midlands Council is asking the public to help with its effort to provide relief from the devastation and…

Swamp Garden gets new naturalist for improved maintenance

October 6, 2015

CHARLESTON, SC – Magnolia Plantation and Gardens has embarked on a multi-year environmental project to re-establish and diversify native plants varieties and rejuvenate the wildlife habitat in the 60-acre Audubon…

NAI Avant facilitates lease expansion at Broad River Commons in Columbia, SC

October 6, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – NAI Avant senior brokers Jeff Hein, SIOR, and Roger Winn recently brokered a ±19,809 SF expansion for Teleperformance, USA. Broad River Commons, located at 2340 Broad River…

Historic Cliffside powerhouse imploded as part of Duke Energy’s modernization effort

October 6, 2015

CHARLOTTE, NC – As Duke Energy demolished one of the last vestiges of the historic coal-fired Cliffside Steam Station in Mooresboro on Tuesday morning, Reno and Betty Bailey knew the…

Greenville Health System honored with two UHC awards

October 6, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC – UHC, an alliance of the nation’s leading nonprofit academic medical centers and their affiliated hospitals, honored Greenville Health System with the Supply Chain Performance Excellence Award and…

Cleveland Park Playground community build is two weeks away

October 6, 2015

SPARTANBURG, SC – We Need Your Help! In just TWO weeks, there will be a 6-day opportunity for you to help build the new Cleveland Park Playground. The park will…

Wells Fargo gift will give many people access to education

October 6, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC – The Wells Fargo Foundation has given $42,500 to support education at Greenville Technical College in several different areas. The college’s Quick Jobs With a Future program will…