Greenville Chamber Calling for Athena Organizational Leadership Award Nominations

July 20, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC – The Greenville Chamber is accepting nominations for the ATHENA Organizational Leadership Award® to be presented at the third annual ATHENA Leadership Symposium November 17, 2015. The ATHENA…

Aflac and Palmetto Health Children’s Hospital add two names to Duckprints Wall of Fame

July 20, 2015

Award Honors Special People in the Fight Against Childhood Cancer   COLUMBIA, SC – On July 17, Aflac, the leading provider of voluntary insurance at the work site in the…

NAI Avant consummates Carolina Interactive lease

July 20, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – NAI Avant senior broker, Macon Lovelace, recently represented South Carolina Interactive, LLC, in the renewal of their lease of ±4,578 square feet of office space within The…

Town of Lexington Unveils Next Phase of Vision Plan

July 20, 2015

LEXINGTON, SC – The Town of Lexington announces the newest phase of the Vision Plan, a “roadmap” for development in the Town of Lexington over the next 20 years by prioritizing…

Santuc Precision builds workforce pipeline through nationally-credentialed youth apprenticeship program

July 20, 2015

UNION, SC – Apprenticeship Carolina, an integral part of the SC Technical College System, announced this week that Santuc Precision has established a registered youth apprenticeship program for Machinist. “Santuc…

Santuc Precision builds workforce pipeline through nationally-credentialed youth apprenticeship program

July 20, 2015

UNION, SC – Apprenticeship Carolina, an integral part of the SC Technical College System, announced this week that Santuc Precision has established a registered youth apprenticeship program for Machinist. “Santuc…

Avison Young Commercial Sale – 1426 Highway 17 North

July 20, 2015

MOUNT PLEASANT, SC – Avison Young commercial real estate is pleased to announce that Chris Fraser, CCIM and Leslie Fellabom represented S Squared Real Estate, LLC in the sale of…

Incumbent Worker Training program

July 20, 2015

The Midlands Workforce Development Board (MWDB) is now accepting applications for the Incumbent Worker Training (IWT) program. The purpose of the IWT Program is to assist employers in training currently…

Stephen Siller Tunnel to Towers South Carolina 5K Run & Walk Set for Friday, September 18 at 7:00 p.m.

July 20, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – The third annual Stephen Siller Tunnel to Towers South Carolina 5K Run & Walk is set for Friday, September 18, 2015 at 7:00 p.m. in Columbia’s Vista.…

Palmetto Place Children’s Shelter Announces New 2015-16 Board of Directors

July 20, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Palmetto Place Children’s Shelter announced its new Board of Directors for 2015-2016.   Officers are: President: Marie Dieckmann, CBRE Secretary: Rodney McClure, AT&T Treasurer: Allyson DeHart, The Hobbs…

Mandy Medlock hired as new Executive Director of the Death Penalty and Defense Center

July 20, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – The Death Penalty and Defense Center was created to improve the quality of legal representation offered to criminal defendants facing a death sentence in South Carolina. Today…

Bryan Clifton announces candidacy for S.C. House

July 20, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Bryan Clifton, local businessman, says it’s time for “a fresh, new voice” to represent Irmo and Chapin. Today he announced his candidacy for State House District 85.…

Young Lawyers Hosting Backpack and Supply Drive

July 20, 2015

SC Bar Young Lawyers Division collecting school supplies for local students   COLUMBIA, SC – The SC Bar Young Lawyers Division, in conjunction with the Cooperative Ministry, is collecting backpacks and other…

Gov. Nikki Haley, Gen. Bob Livingston Announce Increased Security Measures For Guard Facilities

July 20, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – As a result of the shooting at Chattanooga Armed Forces recruitment centers, Governor Nikki Haley and Major General Bob Livingston, working together with law enforcement including South…

Gov. Nikki Haley, Gen. Bob Livingston Announce Increased Security Measures For Guard Facilities

July 20, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – As a result of the shooting at Chattanooga Armed Forces recruitment centers, Governor Nikki Haley and Major General Bob Livingston, working together with law enforcement including South…

A. Robert Nachman II, Ben K. Norwood III and John F. Parrott Again Earn Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network’s “Premier Advisor” Designation

July 20, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC – For the tenth consecutive year, leading independent financial advisory firm, Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network, has designated A. Robert Nachman II, Ben K. Norwood III and John…

Project Rx: A River Remedy Announces Fall 2015 Collection Date

July 20, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC – Upstate residents are encouraged to dispose of unwanted medications safely by dropping them off at more locations than ever before during the 10th Project Rx: A River…

Two New Agents Join The North Pleasantburg Office of Berkshire Hathaway Homeservices C. Dan Joyner, Realtors

July 20, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC – Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announced the addition of two new Sales Associates to its North Pleasantburg office. Carlyle Gillis and Jon McDonald join the…

Crawford Strategy Engages Six Students in Summer Internship Program

July 20, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC –  Crawford Strategy, a full-service marketing, brand development, public relations and digital media company, welcomes its largest class of summer interns to date. The company continues to provide…

Apprenticeship Carolina visits The Rotary Club of Lake Murray-Irmo

July 20, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – At our first official meeting of Rotary Year 2015-2016, Brandon Spence visited us to discuss his work with Apprenticeship Carolina, part of the SC Technical College System…

Apprenticeship Carolina visits The Rotary Club of Lake Murray-Irmo

July 20, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – At our first official meeting of Rotary Year 2015-2016, Brandon Spence visited us to discuss his work with Apprenticeship Carolina, part of the SC Technical College System…

Palmetto Place launches expansion campaign

July 17, 2015

Public support needed to help more homeless, abused children & teens in the Midlands​   COLUMBIA, SC – Every month, Palmetto Place Children’s Shelter turns away at least 15 child…

Pelham Road Office of Berkshire Hathaway Homeservices C. Dan Joyner, Realtors Welcomes Two Agents

July 17, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC – Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announced the addition of two new Sales Associates to its Pelham Road office. Christine Cashman and Charles Jakubiak join the…

Lancaster, SC earns cultural arts district designation

July 17, 2015

LANCASTER , SC – The S.C. Arts Commission has named Lancaster, S.C.’s downtown as the second state-recognized cultural district in South Carolina. A cultural district is an easily identifiable geographic area…

NAI Avant completes investment sale of O’Reilly Auto Parts in Bennettsville, SC

July 17, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – NAI Avant senior investment broker, Dail Longaker, recently completed the $1,414,080 investment sale of the newly constructed O’Reilly Auto Parts in Bennettsville, SC.     About NAI…

Senator Scott: One month later, lessons from families ring loud

July 17, 2015

CHARLESTON, SC – U.S. Senator Tim Scott (R-SC) released the following statement one month after the tragedy at Emanuel AME Church in Charleston. “One month ago, our city and our…

Senator Scott: One month later, lessons from families ring loud

July 17, 2015

CHARLESTON, SC – U.S. Senator Tim Scott (R-SC) released the following statement one month after the tragedy at Emanuel AME Church in Charleston. “One month ago, our city and our…

Greater Irmo Chamber of Commerce hires new President and CEO

July 16, 2015

IRMO, SC – It was announced that Kerry Powers will become the new President and CEO of the Greater Irmo Chamber of Commerce. Kerry Powers has been the Associate Publisher…

Residents of The Cliffs raise $26,000 for Glassy Mountain Fire Department

July 16, 2015

Residents of The Cliffs raise $26,000 for Glassy Mountain Fire Department LANDRUM, SC – Residents of The Cliffs at Glassy, The Cliffs Valley and The Cliffs at Mountain Park communities…

ReWa kicks off social media campaign

July 16, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC – Renewable Water Resources (ReWa) is giving away free gear in return for “Be Freshwater Friendly” actions. In celebration of their seven Be Freshwater Friendly initiatives, ReWa has…

Ellenburg Appointed to SCBA Bank Operations Committee

July 16, 2015

WALHALLA, SC – Blue Ridge Bank’s Vice President and Network Administrator, William Christopher Ellenburg, has been appointed to serve a two-year term on the South Carolina Bankers Association (SCBA) Bank Operations…

The Palladium Society’s Renovation Rodeo Visits the Arsenal Hill Neighborhood July 30

July 15, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC — Historic Columbia’s The Palladium Society continues its Renovation Rodeo tour series on Thursday, July 30, at 6 p.m. with a tour of a home in Arsenal Hill. Presented…

The Marchant Company Recognizes Agents for Excellent Performance in June 2015

July 15, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC – The Marchant Company, the Upstate’s local “Signature Agency” in Real Estate, representing buyers and sellers of residential, land, and commercial properties, is proud to recognize select REALTORS®…

Gallivan Adds to Established Fund at Greenville Technical College

July 15, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC – H.F. “Gally” Gallivan, III and his wife Fielding have donated $25,000 to an endowed fund with the Greenville Tech Foundation. The fund is designed to provide for…

Greenlink Installs Bike Repair Station

July 15, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC – Greenlink has installed a new bicycle repair station on W. McBee Avenue outside the downtown transfer center. Sponsored by Southern First Bank, the new station is available for…

David Kim Returns to BJU As Artist in Residence

July 15, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC – Violinist David Kim will be returning to Bob Jones University this fall as an artist in residence in the Division of Music. Kim will be coaching students in…

NAI Avant arranges lease of Tin Lizzy’s Cantina and City Bar & Fondue

July 15, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – NAI Avant senior brokers, Patrick Palmer, CCIM and Rob Lapin, with the assistance of broker John Metts, recently facilitated the lease of over ±8,000 square feet of retail…

June continues promising real estate forecast

July 15, 2015

South Carolina REALTORS® (SCR) released its June market data reports showing that the Great Recession is being pushed further into the past. New Listings were up four percent to 10,190…

June continues promising real estate forecast

July 15, 2015

South Carolina REALTORS® (SCR) released its June market data reports showing that the Great Recession is being pushed further into the past. New Listings were up four percent to 10,190…

Life Cycle Engineering Recognized as a 2015 Best Places to Work in South Carolina Recipient

July 15, 2015

CHARLESTON, SC – Life Cycle Engineering (LCE) announced it has made the 2015 list as one of the best places to work in South Carolina. 2015 marks the tenth anniversary of the Best Places…

Charleston Water System Earns Triple-A Rating from Moody’s, S&P

July 15, 2015

CHARLESTON, SC – Charleston Water System has earned the highest possible bond ratings from Moody’s and Standard & Poor’s and is now one of only 10 combined water and wastewater utilities…

Recruiting Solutions Hires, Promotes in Staffing Firm’s Columbia Office

July 15, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Recruiting Solutions has hired a new Business Development Manager and promoted a marketing staffer to a new position in the staffing strategies provider’s Columbia office. Russell Tallon is…

Multi Housing Advisors Brokers Two Apartment Community Sales in Simpsonville, South Carolina, Totaling $33.65 Million

July 15, 2015

SIMPSONVILLE, SC – Multi Housing Advisors (MHA) has arranged, in separate transactions, the sale of two apartment communities located in Simpsonville, South Carolina, for a total of $33.65 million. These transactions…

South Carolina Federal Credit Union hosting free document shredding event

July 15, 2015

South Carolina Federal Credit Union is hosting a free document shredding event on Saturday, July 18th, from 9 a.m. – 1p.m., at its Glenn McConnell financial center, located at 3460…

Carolina Commercial, LLC welcomes William Moore to the team

July 15, 2015

CHARLESTON, SC – Carolina Commercial, LLC is proud to welcome William Moore to the team. Will sold 2033 Cosgrove Ave., a 3,348 SF office building in North Charleston. Will represented the…

Cushman & Wakefield | Thalhimer Charleston, SC Leases

July 15, 2015

SE Independent Delivery Services, Inc. ground leased 43,560 sq.ft. of land at 2239 Old School Dr. in Charleston, SC.  Mark Erickson handled lease negotiations on behalf of the tenant.  …

Tuskers Restaurant Earns National Certification as a Leader in Green Practices

July 15, 2015

Zoo’s Eco-Friendly Eatery Recognized by the Green Restaurant Association   COLUMBIA, SC – Riverbanks Zoo and Garden announces that Tuskers Restaurant has been recognized as one of the greenest dining…

SOL Partners with East Cooper Meals on Wheels to Give Back Through Kitchen Karma Program

July 15, 2015

SOL Southwest Kitchen & Tequila Bar will raise money for the meal delivery charity through the end of August   MOUNT PLEASANT, SC – From Monday, July 20 through the end of August,…

SC Ports Announces 14 Percent Container Volume Growth

July 15, 2015

Breakbulk tonnage exceeds plans by 6 percent; Inland Port achieves record rail moves  . . CHARLESTON, SC – Container volumes increased 14 percent during SC Ports Authority’s 2015 fiscal year, building…

Darlene McElveen Joins Carnes Crossroads Real Estate Sales Team

July 15, 2015

SUMMERVILLE, SC – Darlene McElveen has joined the sales team at Carnes Crossroads Real Estate, where she brings 15 years experience in residential real estate sales in Chicago, Summerville and…