New ReadSC Website Launched

December 10, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – The South Carolina State Library announced the launch of its newly redesigned website ReadSC.org. The new site has an easy-to-navigate menu bar and provides keyword searching of its…

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South Carolina REALTORS® Staff Volunteers to Pack Food Boxes for Senior Citizens

December 10, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC –  South Carolina REALTORS® (SCR) closed its office Friday afternoon, December 5th, so that its staff could lend a helping hand at Harvest Hope Food Bank. Association staff members assembled and…

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Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina awards $80,950 to Caritas Grantees

December 10, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – The Sisters of Charity Foundation awards $80,950 to 30 Caritas grantees in this last cycle of 2014. “In omnibus caritas” means In all things charity.  Since its inception in…

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LRADAC’s Announces New Website

December 10, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – LRADAC has launched a new design for its website, www.lradac.org. Gayle Aycock, the organization’s President and CEO, noted, “Substance use disorders impact thousands of families in the Midlands.  Our…

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Historic Columbia Announces New Staff, Promotions

December 10, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – Historic Columbia welcomes Evan Clements as director of grounds and announces the promotions of James Quint to director of education and Celia Galens to engagement coordinator. Evan Clements…

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Columbia Police Department Announces Job Opportunities and Incentives

December 10, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – Chief William “Skip” Holbrook launches a major Recruitment and Retention Initiative today that will allow the Columbia Police Department to hire qualified applicants for 45 (forty-five) vacant…

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District Five board approves naming of new middle school in Chapin

December 10, 2014

CHAPIN, SC – The Lexington-Richland School District Five board of trustees has approved a name for the district’s new middle school being built in Chapin. The new school for seventh and…

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CSG Government Solutions Assists South Carolina in Unemployment Insurance Program Modernization

December 10, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – CSG Government Solutions, a national leader in government program modernization is providing business process design services for the South Carolina Department of Employment and Workforce (SCDEW) Unemployment Insurance…

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First Citizens Names New Market Executive for Florence and Surrounding Community

December 10, 2014

FLORENCE, SC – First Citizens announced that Brian Fast has been named Vice President and Market Executive for the bank’s Florence market and the surrounding community. In his new role as…

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Scott and Company CPAs Promote Five Members of Audit Team

December 10, 2014

GREENVILLE, SC –  Scott and Company LLC, one of South Carolina’s leading accounting and consulting firms, has promoted Chris Halkowitz, Charles A. “Chuck” Goessel, Kelly Damiano, Chelsea Shoolbred and Sam…

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NAI Avant Facilitates ±5,868 SF Lease in Synergy Business Park, Columbia

December 10, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – NAI Avant brokers, Jeff Hein, SIOR and Roger Winn, recently represented the Landlord of the Enoree Building in Synergy Business Park in the lease of ±5,868 square…

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Charleston’s Eremos seeks exporting insight through Moore School student global competitiveness project

December 10, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – Every spring and fall semester students from the Darla Moore School of Business examine the export potential of various products made within South Carolina. Students in the…

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Dixon Hughes Goodman Partner Honored with Prestigious Leadership Award

December 10, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – Susan McCracken of Dixon Hughes Goodman, LLP was recently honored at the 2014 Women in Leadership Conference in Columbia, S.C. Out of the 6,500+ Certified Public Accountants…

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Scott and Company CPAs Promote Five Members of Audit Team

December 10, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC –  Scott and Company LLC, one of South Carolina’s leading accounting and consulting firms, has promoted Chris Halkowitz, Charles A. “Chuck” Goessel, Kelly Damiano, Chelsea Shoolbred and Sam…

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The Article 6 Marital Trust created under the Jerry Zucker Revocable Trust Purchases Shares of Nordex Explosives Ltd.

December 9, 2014

NORTH CHARLESTON, SC – The Article 6 Marital Trust created under the First Amended and Restated Jerry Zucker Revocable Trust dated 4-2-07 (the “Trust“) announced today that it has purchased 40,000 common shares of…

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Tindall President/COO Honored As “PCI Titan of the Industry”

December 9, 2014

SPARTANBURG, SC – Tindall Corporation President and Chief Operating Officer Greg Force has been named one of the 2014 PCI Titans of the Industry as PCI celebrates its 60th anniversary. PCI recently recognized…

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Clemson to award as many as 1,300 degrees; honor alumnus

December 9, 2014

CLEMSON, SC — Approximately 1,300 students will receive degrees when Clemson University holds its fall graduation ceremonies in Littlejohn Coliseum Thursday, Dec. 18. Both ceremonies will be streamed live at www.clemson.edu/tv. Degrees…

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Holy Cross Pumpkin Patch raises record funds for local partners

December 9, 2014

SIMPSONVILLE, SC – Holy Cross Episcopal Church has announced that their annual Pumpkin Patch raised over $33,000 to be distributed among 11 local charities. This was a 50% increase in…

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Newberry Hospital’s Joint Replacement Program Earns Second “Gold Seal of Approval” from The Joint Commission

December 9, 2014

NEWBERRY, SC – Already recognized by Healthgrades® as being among the top ten percent in the nation for joint replacement surgery, Newberry Hospital has earned another accolade, receiving its second straight…

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SMC named to The President’s Honor Roll for 2014

December 9, 2014

SPARTANBURG, SC –Spartanburg Methodist College received word today that they have been named to the President’s Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll for 2014.  The President’s Honor Roll recognizes higher…

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Volunteers Get Dirty for Clean Water at County Facility’s Retention Pond

December 9, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – Despite its welcoming walking path and friendly Canada geese, the retention pond at a Richland County facility proved to be in need of a few environmentally responsible…

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2015 Benchmark Litigation Recognizes Firm and Turner Padget Litigators

December 9, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – Turner Padget announced that eight attorneys were selected for inclusion in the latest edition of Benchmark Litigation.  The firm also was honored to be named to their list…

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Wallick Investments, LLC awarded 4-star Morningstar RatingTM

December 9, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – Wallick Investments, SC-based RIA firm, is proud to announce Morningstar®, a leading provider of independent investment research in North America, Europe, Australia, and Asia (www.corporate.morningstar.com), has awarded…

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Farmer To Remain Director Of S.C. Department Of Insurance

December 9, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – Gov. Nikki Haley today announced that Ray Farmer will continue serving as the director of the South Carolina Department of Insurance during the second term. Appointed to the…

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Scott and Company CPAs Promote Five Members of Audit Team

December 9, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC –  Scott and Company LLC, one of South Carolina’s leading accounting and consulting firms, has promoted Chris Halkowitz, Charles A. “Chuck” Goessel, Kelly Damiano, Chelsea Shoolbred and Sam…

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Gov. Nikki Haley Announces New Department Of Labor, Licensing And Regulation Director

December 8, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – Governor Nikki Haley today named Richele Taylor as the acting director of the South Carolina Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation (LLR). Taylor has served as the…

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District Five administrator named SCASA Elementary Principal of the Year

December 8, 2014

CHAPIN, SC – Long-serving Lake Murray Elementary School Principal Claire Thompson has been named the South Carolina Association of School Administrators Principal of the Year for the elementary school level.…

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Duke Energy Foundation Grant Will Boost Workforce Readiness Project in South Carolina

December 8, 2014

Duke Energy Foundation makes $50,000 grant to Competing Through Knowledge Initiative CHARLOTTE, NC — The Duke Energy Foundation has made a $50,000 grant to improve economic and workforce development in…

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Red Cross Appoints Beth Shwedo as Interim Executive Director of American Red Cross of Central SC

December 8, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – The American Red Cross Palmetto SC Region welcomes  Beth Shwedo as Interim Executive Director of the American Red Cross of Central SC. “Our board of directors is thrilled to…

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S.C. Philharmonic Music Director Signed Through 2019

December 8, 2014

Four more years: Nakahara signs contract extension COLUMBIA, SC – South Carolina Philharmonic Music Director Morihiko Nakahara signed a four-year contract extension after negotiations with the orchestra’s board of directors, keeping him…

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Specialty Pharmaceutical Distributor BDI Pharma Officially Opens National Distribution Center in Texas

December 8, 2014

Company increases cold chain capacity to more than double with newly licensed facility near DFW Airport. COLUMBIA, SC – BDI Pharma, Inc. announced the licensure of a new national distribution center…

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South Carolina Football Hall of Fame Releases New Board of Advisors, Directors & Committees

December 8, 2014

GREENVILLE, SC – This week the South Carolina Football Hall of Fame (SCFHOF) welcomes in a newly elected group of established men and women throughout the Palmetto state to join…

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Greenville Technical College Announces New Staff Member

December 8, 2014

GREENVILLE, SC – Greenville Technical College has hired Tonia Cochran for the newly created role of Academic & CCD Program Public Relations Director. Cochran brings a decade of experience in marketing…

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Six Lexington One teachers earn National Board Certification; 15 renew

December 8, 2014

LEXINGTON, SC — The National Board for Professional Teaching Standards (NBPTS) recently announced that six Lexington County School District One teachers earned National Board Certification bringing the district’s total number…

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Physicians Mutual Earns 97% Satisfaction Rating from Health and Life Insurance Customers

December 8, 2014

Results announced from independent 2014 Customer Satisfaction Study COLUMBIA, SC – Physicians Mutual, a national leader in individual health, life and retirement insurance products, has announced the findings from its recent…

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Former President of Morgan State University to be the Featured Speaker at Benedict College’s Winter Commencement Convocation

December 8, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – Dr. Earl Stanford Richardson, Former President of Morgan State University, will deliver the winter commencement address during the Benedict College 144th Commencement Exercises. The commencement convocation is set…

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Sonoco Receives WorldStar 2015 Packaging Award for Whirlpool Water EveryDrop Water Filter Package

December 8, 2014

HARTSVILLE, SC – Sonoco Alloyd, partof Sonoco Display and Packaging, a unit of global packaging companySonoco (NYSE:SON), has been recognized with a WorldStar 2015 PackagingAward for its Whirlpool(R) Water EveryDrop(TM) water…

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2014 Parade of Homes Critics’ Choice Award Winners

December 8, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – The 2014 Parade of Homes is being held December 6-14 at The Gates of Windermere.  Last Friday, before the gates opened to the public on Saturday, a…

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EPA Announces New Energy Star Tool for Homeowners to Save Money, Energy This Winter

December 8, 2014

WASHINGTON – Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is launching its Energy Star Home Advisor, an online tool designed to help Americans save money and energy by improving the…

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Mayor Benjamin announces new “Justice for All” initiative

December 8, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin was joined by Columbia Police Chief Skip Holbrook, Members of Council and leaders from across the community to announce his major new “Justice…

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ECPI University Selected Top School in Military Advanced Education’s 2015 Guide for Colleges & Universities

December 8, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – ECPI University has once again been designated as a Top School by Military Advanced Education (MAE). Each year, the MAE Guide spotlights colleges and universities that adhere…

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Sonoco Details Financial Targets and Strategic Priorities

December 8, 2014

2014 Base EPS Expected to Achieve Record $2.51 or Slightly Higher 2015 Base EPS Estimate Established at Record Range of $2.63 to $2.73 Free Cash Flow Estimated at $154 Million…

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Senior Resources Launches “Share the Love” Holiday Card Campaign to Support Meals On Wheels During the Holidays

December 8, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC –  Senior Resources launches its “Share the Love” holiday card campaign to raise funds and awareness of senior hunger issues during the holidays.  Each holiday season offers the…

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Senator Tim Scott Statement on Nomination of Ashton Carter for Secretary of Defense

December 8, 2014

CHARLESTON, SC – U.S. Senator Tim Scott (R-SC) released the following statement regarding President Barack Obama’s nomination of Ashton Carter to serve as Secretary of Defense.   “Mr. Carter has a wealth of…

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Burning of Columbia Remembered through Citywide Commemoration

December 8, 2014

Tuesday, February 17, 2015~ Columbia Commemorates the 150th Anniversary of the Burning of Columbia COLUMBIA, SC – Although often overshadowed in the popular imagination by the burning of Atlanta, Ga., the burning…

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136 SC educators earn National Board Certification

December 8, 2014

ROCK HILL, SC — South Carolina remains one of the nation’s leading states for the total number of National Board Certified Teachers (NBCTs) after 136 South Carolina educators representing 31…

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Red Ventures Expands Insurance Business with Additional Partners, Jobs

December 8, 2014

Interview Day on Tuesday, December 9th to Fill Multiple Sales Openings CHARLOTTE, NC –  More people will get the opportunity to launch careers at one of Charlotte’s fastest growing companies next week.   Red…

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Dr. Vince Vismara and Dr. Andrea Pezzella to Chair American Heart Association’s 25th Anniversary Midlands Heart Ball

December 8, 2014

Saturday, February 14, 2014 ~ COLUMBIA, SC – The American Heart Association announced Dr. Vince Vismara and Dr. Andrea Pezzella as co-chairs for the 25th Anniversary Midlands Heart Ball. The annual, black-tie…

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The Rotary Club of Lake Murray-Irmo recognizes Student of the Month

December 8, 2014

IRMO, SC – The Rotary Club of Lake-Murray Irmo recognized Abigail Curran as the student of the month. Abigail is a 5th grader at Irmo Elementary School. Abigail exemplifies what…

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Statewide Health Care Coalition Elects Officers; Set to Pre-file Comprehensive Reform Legislation

December 8, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – The Coalition for Access to Health Care (CAHC) works “to ensure that patients have access to the quality, licensed health care professionals of their choice.” The Coalition’s Executive Board…

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