Precision Southeast, Inc. Expanding Marion County Manufacturing Facility

December 8, 2014

$16.6 Million Investment To Create 140 New Jobs MARION COUNTY, SC – Precision Southeast, Inc., a manufacturer of injection molded plastic parts, is expanding its operations in eastern South Carolina. Headquartered in…

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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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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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SCRA Techology Ventures Announces Investment Approvals

December 5, 2014

GWIG and Wave Sciences Receive Board Authorizations for Funding SUMMERVILLE, SC –  SCRA Technology Ventures’ SC Launch board approved investments in two South Carolina companies at last month’s board meeting in…

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South Carolina 100™ Announced

December 5, 2014

30th Anniversary of the State’s Top 100 Ranking of Privately Held Companies unveiled by Grant Thornton in association with the South Carolina Chamber of Commerce COLUMBIA, SC –  Congratulations to the Top 100…

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Newberry Hospital Names 38-Year Veteran As Its New CEO

December 5, 2014

NEWBERRY, SC – Newberry Hospital is pleased to announce that Bruce Baldwin, a 38-year veteran of the healthcare industry, has been chosen as the hospital’s new chief executive officer (CEO).…

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Cushman & Wakefield | Thalhimer Sells North Charleston Office Condo

December 4, 2014

CHARLESTON, SC – December 2014: Cushman & Wakefield | Thalhimer announced the sale of an office condominium located at Suite 1201, 5401 Netherby Lane in North Charleston, South Carolina. Firm Office…

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SCDOT Makes Significant Progress on Act 98 Funded Projects

December 4, 2014

2014 ACT 98 Resurfacing Projects completing on-time   COLUMBIA, SC – The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) has announced that projects funded directly by, or benefitting from Act 98…

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Columbia PR Firm Adds Legislative Associate; New Service

December 4, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – McKay Public Affairs, LLC (MPA) is pleased to announce the addition of the team’s newest Legislative Associate, Kasey O’Haren. O’Haren, from Atlanta, Georgia, will spend her time monitoring and reporting on…

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City of Cayce Expresses Gratitude to SCANA for Historic Land Donation

December 4, 2014

CAYCE, SC – The City of Cayce would like to extend its gratitude to SCANA Corporation for their donation of over 360 acres of land for a history park and recreation area. The land, located on…

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Three Leaders within the Minority Business Community to be Honored at Awards Ceremony

December 4, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – The Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA) Business Center – Columbia, SC announced that it will honor three standouts within the minority business community at the 2014 MBDA Minority…

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Carolina Business Equipment Company Receives National Recognition for Exceptional Service Provided to Customers

December 4, 2014

Top 100 Office Products dealers in the United States   COLUMBIA, SC –   Carolina Business Equipment, a leader in office document and workflow solutions, announces receipt of national recognition…

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Six Lexington One teachers earn National Board Certification; 15 renew

December 4, 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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S.C. Center for Fathers and Families board welcomes three new members

December 4, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – The S.C. Center for Fathers and Families recently welcomed three new members to its governing board. In alphabetical order, they are: Dr. Arlene Bowers Andrews, community psychologist…

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Hugh McAngus Receives SCDTAA’s Hemphill Award

December 4, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – McAngus Goudelock & Courie, a regional insurance defense firm, is pleased to announce that Hugh McAngus, founding member of MGC, is the recipient of the South Carolina…

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Miller-Valentine Completes Renovation of Consultants in Gastroenterology

December 4, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC- Miller-Valentine Construction recently completed renovations to the Consultants in Gastroenterology medical building located in West Columbia. Included in the renovation was the expansion of the clinical and procedural waiting…

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TD Charitable Foundation Awards $2.5 Million in Grants to Non-Profits Focused on Affordable Housing Initiatives

December 3, 2014

Twenty-five organizations receive “Housing for Everyone” affordable housing grants to support Neighborhood Preservation and Rehabilitation projects   CHERRY HILL, NJ – The TD Charitable Foundation, the charitable giving arm of…

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Local Veteran opens window cleaning franchise in Columbia

December 3, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – Window Genie announces the grand opening of its newest location in Columbia, SC on Monday December 1st. Mike Hoos is the owner/operator. Window Genie is a nationally…

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More than 50 complete 2014 South Carolina Economic Development Institute

December 3, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – On Friday, November 14, more than 50 local leaders and development professionals from across South Carolina completed the 2014 South Carolina Economic Development Institute. Institute attendees received their…

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SCE&G Invests in Solar Energy at Riverbanks

December 3, 2014

Check Presentation Planned for Thursday, December 4 COLUMBIA, SC – Representatives from SCE&G will present Satch Krantz, president and CEO of Riverbanks Zoo and Garden, with a $25,000 donation for…

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Announcing the Winners of the $10,000 #WhyIGiveSC Social Media Contest, hosted by Central Carolina Community Foundation

December 3, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC –  Central Carolina Community Foundation announced the top three winners of the #WhyIGiveSC Social Media Contest. The top three winners received, in total, $10,000 to donate to their favorite…

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Anthony Carden Named Director of IT Security Services for EDTS

December 3, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – Senior information systems security executive Anthony Carden has joined EDTS, a regional IT services company specializing in managed IT services, network security, and advanced infrastructure for Southeastern…

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City Center Partnership Announces New Director of Operations for its Yellow Shirt Ambassadors

December 3, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – City Center Partnership announce that Allen Franklin is the new Director of Operations for the Business Improvement District’s (BID) Yellow Shirt Ambassadors.   About Allen Franklin Prior…

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Spirit Communications to Become Naming Rights Partner for Multi-Use Venue at Columbia Common

December 3, 2014

Spirit Communications Park Coming to Downtown Columbia COLUMBIA, SC – The City of Columbia and Columbia Professional Baseball, announced today that they have reached an agreement with Spirit Communications to name the new, state-of-the-art multi-use…

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Riggs Partners and Blackbaud Featured in eBook on Implementing Skills-Based Volunteering Programs in Small Businesses

December 3, 2014

eBook Available for Free Download   COLUMBIA, SC – A Billion + Change, Blackbaud and Riggs Partners released a new eBook, “Small Business, Big Purpose: A guide to skills-based volunteerism,”…

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Riggs Partners and Blackbaud Featured in eBook on Implementing Skills-Based Volunteering Programs in Small Businesses

December 3, 2014

eBook Available for Free Download   COLUMBIA, SC – A Billion + Change, Blackbaud and Riggs Partners released a new eBook, “Small Business, Big Purpose: A guide to skills-based volunteerism,”…

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S.C. Arts Commission Executive Director Ken May Elected to National Board

December 3, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – South Carolina Arts Commission Executive Director Ken May has been elected to the board of directors for the National Assembly of State Arts Agencies (NASAA). May is…

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National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence Names Midlands Technical College’s Randy Nussler Instructor of the Year

December 3, 2014

MTC’s automotive technology instructor selected from more 150,000 automotive service professionals for his dedicated work in educating students, as well as for his ASE certifications   COLUMBIA, SC – The National…

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Game and Hall to focus on statewide growth

December 3, 2014

GREENVILLE, SC – Citing South Carolina’s long history of high caliber football, the organizers of the Charleston-based Medal of Honor Bowl and the Greenville-based South Carolina Football Hall of Fame…

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Announcing the Winners of the $10,000 #WhyIGiveSC Social Media Contest, hosted by Central Carolina Community Foundation

December 3, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC –  Central Carolina Community Foundation announced the top three winners of the #WhyIGiveSC Social Media Contest. The top three winners received, in total, $10,000 to donate to their favorite…

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Anthony Carden Named Director of IT Security Services for EDTS

December 3, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – Senior information systems security executive Anthony Carden has joined EDTS, a regional IT services company specializing in managed IT services, network security, and advanced infrastructure for Southeastern…

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Riggs Partners and Blackbaud Featured in eBook on Implementing Skills-Based Volunteering Programs in Small Businesses

December 3, 2014

eBook Available for Free Download   COLUMBIA, SC – A Billion + Change, Blackbaud and Riggs Partners released a new eBook, “Small Business, Big Purpose: A guide to skills-based volunteerism,”…

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S.C. Arts Commission Executive Director Ken May Elected to National Board

December 3, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – South Carolina Arts Commission Executive Director Ken May has been elected to the board of directors for the National Assembly of State Arts Agencies (NASAA). May is…

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The Salvation Army’s annual Christmas kickoff is a success.

December 3, 2014

Thank you to everyone who made it out to The Salvation Army’s annual Christmas kickoff on Monday, November 24 at the South Carolina State House. The performances from the Hammond…

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The NEA Foundation names Columbia educator as finalist for prestigious national education award

December 2, 2014

Terri Butts to be honored at awards gala in Washington, DC   WASHINGTON, DC – The NEA Foundation announced that Terri Butts, a curriculum specialist at the Richland Two Child…

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Landmark Builders Named General Contractor for Phase II Renovations at Nickelodeon Theatre

December 2, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – Landmark Builders has been named General Contractor the Phase II Renovations of the historic Nickelodeon Theatre on Main Street in Columbia, South Carolina.  The 9,700-square-foot renovation project…

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Jackson Lewis Shareholder Reelected To SC Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors

December 2, 2014

GREENVILLE, SC – Jackson Lewis P.C., one of the country’s largest and fastest-growing workplace law firms, is pleased to announce that Greenville Shareholder Andy Satterfield has been reelected to serve…

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Anthony Carden Named Director of IT Security Services for EDTS

December 2, 2014

GREENVILLE, SC –  Senior information systems security executive Anthony Carden has joined EDTS, a regional IT services company specializing in managed IT services, network security, and advanced infrastructure for Southeastern…

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Maid Simple House Cleaning brings franchise opportunity to Upstate

December 2, 2014

GREENVILLE, SC –  As Greenville’s entrepreneurial movement continues to grow, Maid Simple House Cleaning is introducing a unique opportunity to Upstate residents with an entrepreneurial itch. Maid Simple is focusing…

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PropertyBoss and RentCheck Align for Tenant Screening

December 2, 2014

GREENVILLE, SC – PropertyBoss Solutions, a provider of enterprise property management software solutions, today announced a direct system interface to RentCheck, Canada’s leading provider of the largest, most relevant and…

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Conservation Voters of South Carolina #GivingTuesday

December 2, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – Whether you were on a hunt for a deal on Black Friday or Cyber Monday, CVSC has a priceless offer we hope you can’t turn down. Help us protect the…

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Spring Valley High School Senior Sarah Song Lee Earns Perfect 2400 on the SAT

December 1, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – Spring Valley High School Senior Sarah Song Lee recently received a perfect score of 2400 on the SAT – a total combining test results from three 800-point…

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SC BlueCross Hosts Free Day at Children’s Museum as Holiday Gift to Community

December 1, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – Admission to EdVenture Children’s Museum in Columbia will be free to the public on Saturday, Dec. 20, courtesy of BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina as a gift to…

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Carolina One Welcomes Five New Agents

December 1, 2014

CHARLESTON, SC – Carolina One Real Estate Services is proud to announce that five new sales associates have signed on with the company in four of its local offices. In…

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Riverstar International Appoints Netherlands Distributor of Snoozer Pet Products

December 1, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – Riverstar International, an export management company for US manufacturers, has appointed ZooZel as the exclusive Netherlands distributor of Piedmont, South Carolina-based Snoozer Pet Products. Snoozer Pet Products, founded…

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Center for Developmental Services (CDS) Welcomes New Board Members

December 1, 2014

GREENVILLE, SC – The Center for Developmental Services (CDS) is pleased to announce five new members joining the their Board of Directors for 2015: Frank Bentley, Bank of America Stephanie Tarbet,…

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SC Forestry Commission selling tree seedlings for winter planting

December 1, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – The first day of December is traditionally the start of planting season for tree seedlings, and the South Carolina Forestry Commission is encouraging landowners to place their…

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MV Commercial Construction Receives Associated Builders and Contractors Diamond Award for Safety for the Third Consecutive Year

December 1, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – MV Commercial Construction has been recognized as a Diamond Award recipient for the third year in a row by the Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) as part of…

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Filtration Group expanding York County operation

December 1, 2014

Global filtration leader increasing York County presence with $1.5 million investment, 11 new jobs COLUMBIA, SC – Filtration Group is expanding one of its two facilities in York County. The…

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Colliers International brokers sale of 298 acres in Columbia, South Carolina

December 1, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – Colliers International’s Woody Moore, CCIM and Pendleton Grove completed the sale of 298 acres to the University of South Carolina Development Foundation. The University plans to use the…

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