Beaver Dam break near failure

October 6, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – The dam on Beaver Dam Road is in danger of failing according to SC DHEC officials. Residents in this area of the Wildewood Community are urged to evacuate.…

‘’Twas the Night Before Christmas’ auditions at the Spartanburg Youth Theatre

October 6, 2015

SPARTANBURG, SC – The Spartanburg Youth Theatre will hold auditions for its second show of the 2015-2016 season, ’Twas the Night Before Christmas. The play is an energetic, zany romp through…

Avison Young Industrial lease – 7187 Bryhawke Circle

October 6, 2015

NORTH CHARLESTON, SC – Avison Young commercial real estate announced that Todd P. Garrett, CCIM, SIOR represented Palms Preferred Properties, LLC in the lease extension of 2,100 SF office/warehouse space…

Gov. Haley secures Disaster Unemployment Assistance

October 6, 2015

COLUMBIA , SC – Gov. Nikki Haley and the S.C. Department of Employment and Workforce announced today that Disaster Unemployment Assistance (DUA) will be made available to assist people who…

Monument Real Estate Services expands presence in the Carolinas with three new management assignments

October 6, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Monument Real Estate Services, one of the country’s most skilled asset and property managers, announced today it has been retained to manage three apartment communities in the…

City of Columbia works to stabilize Columbia Canal

October 6, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – The City of Columbia Utilities and Engineering Department along with SCE&G and the National Guard are currently working to stabilize and maintain water levels at the Columbia Canal…

Richland County Solid Waste & Recycling updates

October 6, 2015

RICHLAND COUNTY, SC – Richland County SW&R will begin normal curbside household trash and garbage collection beginning Wednesday, Oct. 7.Monday/Tuesday collection day customers can also put out their trash on…

Town of Lexington Updates

October 6, 2015

LEXINGTON, SC – 1-    Gibson Pond Park will reopen today and the boardwalk/overlook areas will be cordoned off to the public. 2-    Town of Lexington Traffic Court cases for Thursday,…

Dorn VA Medical Center (UPDATE2)

October 6, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – The Wm. Jennings Bryan Dorn VA Medical Center’s outpatient clinics will be open Wednesday, Oct. 7. Procedural clinics will be closed. Veterans who have procedure clinic appointments…

SBA offers disaster assistance to residents of South Carolina affected by severe storms and flooding

October 6, 2015

WASHINGTON, DC – The U.S. Small Business Administration’s Administrator Maria Contreras-Sweet issued the following statement after the announcement of the Presidential disaster declaration for several counties in South Carolina affected by…

Richland One and Richland Two cancel school for remainder of the week

October 6, 2015

RICHLAND COUNTY, SC – In response to the unprecedented natural disaster affecting Richland County, Richland County School District One and Richland School District Two have decided jointly to close schools…

Working together. Carrying on.

October 6, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – The sun is beginning to shine on South Carolina, but the needs of those affected by the flood are still great. Like many of you, Todd & Moore is…

City Offices closed Wednesday, October 7

October 6, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Due to inclement weather, City of Columbia offices will be closed tomorrow, October 7, 2015, for all city operations, with the exception of essential services. City leadership will…

Zoo to Reopen to Guests Wednesday, October 7

October 6, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Riverbanks Zoo will reopen to the public tomorrow, Wednesday, October 7 at 9:00am. The Botanical Garden and the Saluda River footbridge that connects the Zoo and Garden will…

Continued Monetary Support and Food Drives Needed

October 6, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Harvest Hope Food Bank Is Requesting Continued Help From The Community by Hosting Food Drives and Monetary Donations Are Needed. (South Carolina) Harvest Hope Food Bank is…

Richland County to Open Wednesday; Council Approves $1.5 Million for Recovery Efforts

October 6, 2015

Richland County Council approved $1.5 million to put toward emergency response assessment and recovery efforts. Councilmembers also approved a contract with AshBritt, a FEMA-approved national rapid-response disaster recovery and special…

Rebuild Upstate hosting free business networking event

October 6, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC – Rebuild Upstate is inviting business leaders to a free morning networking event later this month. WakeUp with Rebuild will be held Tuesday, October 20 from 7:30 a.m.…

The Cliffs website receives outstanding achievement award

October 6, 2015

CliffsLiving.com establishes a name in technology TRAVELERS REST, SC – Web Marketing Association (WMA) recently recognized The Cliffs’ new website CliffsLiving.com with the 2015 WebAward for Outstanding Achievement in Web…

Greenville emergency services lending aid to rescue and recovery efforts

October 6, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC – Having been spared the brunt of this weekend’s historic rain event, the Greenville City Fire Department and public safety agencies throughout Greenville County are now focusing their efforts on…

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.…

FEMA Disaster Relief Information for South Carolina

October 6, 2015

If you live in Charleston, Dorchester, Georgetown, Horry, Lexington, Orangeburg, Richland, or Williamsburg county, you can apply for federal assistance.   Apply at:  http://www.disasterassistance.gov or by calling 800-621-3362 / 800-462-7585 (TTY)

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…