Wellmore Closes on Land for Property in Lexington

June 16, 2015

Projected $47 million premier retirement community to bring 140 local jobs   LEXINGTON, SC – Officials with Wellmore announced that they have closed on the land in Lexington, S.C. where they…

Allen Tate Realtors Announces Top Producers

June 16, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC – Kathy Weeks, Upstate Regional Vice President at Allen Tate REALTORS®, announces Top Agents for May 2015. In the Greenville Office, Lisa McDowell was Top Listing Agent and…

Communications Industry Executive To Lead Services for Avtec Inc.

June 16, 2015

Leading Provider of IP Dispatch Consoles Taps Kevin Knowles for Avtec’s Expanded Services Group   LEXINGTON, SC – Avtec Inc., the leading provider of pure IP dispatch console systems for Land Mobile…

Jumper Carter Sease Architects Welcomes New Summer Interns

June 16, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Jumper Carter Sease (JCS) welcomes Lauren Fabin, Courtney Johnson, Taylor Sigler, and Nicole Zielinski as summer interns. JCS is excited to utilize the energy and the perspectives…

Governor Haley signs construction material tax exemption bill into law

June 15, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Habitat for Humanity affiliates in South Carolina will soon be granted extra resources to increase their impact across the state, thanks to a bill signed into law…

Mike Ivester to Fuel Corporate Business Development at The Cliffs

June 15, 2015

The Cliffs continues onward and upward with the growth of new Corporate and National Membership Programs   GREENVILLE, SC – The Cliffs’ corporate leadership continues to expand with the addition of…

Eight District Five students in the running for local dealership’s ‘Raise the Bar Win a Car’ giveaway

June 15, 2015

IRMO, SC – Good grades and school attendance could soon pay off for one of eight students from Lexington-Richland School District Five in the running to win a new car…

Hot season continues for South Carolina real estate

June 15, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – South Carolina REALTORS® (SCR) today released its May market data reports revealing a continuing hot season for real estate.    New Listings were up two percent to 10,456…

S.C. Phil recognizes 11 for service

June 15, 2015

Baton passed to incoming board president   COLUMBIA, SC – Eleven people were recognized with awards Sunday evening for providing the South Carolina Philharmonic exemplary service and stewardship during its past…

Capital Rotarian named Community Builder

June 15, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Columbia’s WIS-TV and Mungo Homes have honored Capital Rotary Club member Mike Glover for his positive contributions to life in the Midlands.   A licensed charter boat captain…

James E. Clyburn Golf Center to Host Girls Golf Clinics

June 15, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – The James E. Clyburn Golf Center, a LPGA-USGA Girls Golf site, is hosting free golf clinics for girls ages 5-18 beginning Saturday, June. 20. The James E.…

More than 500 Realtors® to attend conference in Hilton Head

June 15, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – South Carolina REALTORS® (SCR) and the North Carolina Association of REALTORS® (NCAR) have joined forces to offer a combined annual conference in Hilton Head this September 12-15,…

Science and Mathematics Governor’s School Kicks off GoSciTech

June 15, 2015

Four weeks of STEM summer camps in Hartsville, SC   COLUMBIA, SC – The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics (GSSM) kicked off GoSciTech, the School’s annual, residential, summer…

Coker College Art Program Receives National Accreditation

June 15, 2015

HARTSVILLE, SC – The Coker College Art Program has been granted Associate Membership by the National Association of Schools of Art and Design (NASAD). “NASAD accreditation is an affirmation of both…

Williams Family Gives Study Abroad Scholarship

June 15, 2015

HARTSVILLE, SC – The family of Mac Williams, associate professor of Spanish at Coker College, has endowed a study abroad scholarship in memory of his father, John McLarty Williams, Jr. “I…

The Savvy Musician in ACTION announces award winners Peter Ferry and Xuan capture top award at Chamber Showcase

June 15, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – The Savvy Musician in ACTION workshop wrapped up its intensive workshop week with the Arts Venture Challenge and announcement of the Chamber Showcase winners. Sixty participants from…

GTL Begins Providing Video Visitation Services to the South Carolina Department of Corrections

June 15, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Global Tel*Link (GTL), the leading provider of integrated correctional technology solutions, announces that it has provided video visitation and scheduling management technology to the South Carolina Department of…

Windle Named General Manager, Dominion Carolina Gas Transmission

June 15, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Dominion Resources Inc. (NYSE: D) has named Keith Windle general manager of Dominion Carolina Gas Transmission. Windle, who began his new position June 1, will be based in Columbia…

Gov. Nikki Haley Announces Final Unemployment Trust Fund Loan Payment

June 15, 2015

Early Payment Saves Millions In Tax Dollars, Reestablishes Solvency   COLUMBIA, SC – Gov. Nikki Haley and the South Carolina Department of Employment and Workforce (DEW) announced that the almost $1…

Innovista Phase One Groundbreaking Ceremony

June 15, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – The Richland County Transportation Penny Program held the groundbreaking for Phase I of its Innovista project today at 10 a.m. at the Greene Street athletic fields. “This…

SC passes sales tax exemption for owner operator aircraft parts

June 15, 2015

Supporters anticipate more capital investment and jobs   COLUMBIA, SC – South Carolina Governor Nikki Haley has signed a bill into law removing the state’s seven percent sales tax from…

SC passes sales tax exemption for owner operator aircraft parts

June 15, 2015

Supporters anticipate more capital investment and jobs   COLUMBIA, SC – South Carolina Governor Nikki Haley has signed a bill into law removing the state’s seven percent sales tax from…

SC passes sales tax exemption for owner operator aircraft parts

June 15, 2015

Supporters anticipate more capital investment and jobs   COLUMBIA, SC – South Carolina Governor Nikki Haley has signed a bill into law removing the state’s seven percent sales tax from…

Move Over Online Travel, Global Hospitality with a Twist of Southern Charm is Here

June 14, 2015

IRMO, SC – Candace Pengra built a tremendous career with over 15 years of sales, marketing, and operations experience.  Pengra has worked with several national branded hotels among them Marriott…

Columbia Museum of Art Contemporaries Announce New Board Members and Executive Committee

June 13, 2015

Next generation of museum supporters plan year of cultural and social events   COLUMBIA, SC – The Contemporaries, a membership affiliate group of the Columbia Museum of Art dedicated to engaging…

Wells Fargo Supports GSSM’s iTEAMS Xtreme Camp

June 13, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics (GSSM) received $10,000 from Wells Fargo in support of its iTEAMS Xtreme summer camp in Florence County. iTEAMS…

Summer Movies Series at Riverfront Park

June 13, 2015

Movies are held on Friday nights during June and July. The following movies are free and open to the public: June 19: “How to Train Your Dragon 2” June 26:…

Esri selects Beitz and Daigh Geographics for ArcGIS Online Specialty Designation

June 12, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Beitz and Daigh Geographics, an Esri Silver Partner, was recently recognized by Esri as a new member of its “ArcGIS Online Specialty” designation. This designation is limited…

SCRA Technology Ventures Announces Investments

June 12, 2015

SC Launch Board Finalizes Investments for Two Columbia Companies   SUMMERVILLE, SC – SCRA Technology Ventures’ SC Launch Board recently finalized investments for two South Carolina companies. Pandoodle and TerraStride, both…

SCRA Technology Ventures Announces Investments

June 12, 2015

SC Launch Board Finalizes Investments for Two Columbia Companies   SUMMERVILLE, SC – SCRA Technology Ventures’ SC Launch Board recently finalized investments for two South Carolina companies. Pandoodle and TerraStride, both…

EdVenture Program Manager Chosen to Present at National Maker Faire

June 12, 2015

Daniel Cummins Represents South Carolina with DIY Kitchen Sink Piano   COLUMBIA, SC – Daniel Cummins, the inventor of the Kitchen Sink Piano and EdVenture Children’s Museum’s Maker Program Manager, has…

United Way of the Midlands Announces 2015 Blueprint for Leadership Graduates

June 12, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – United Way of the Midlands recognized 19 emerging community leaders during the 2015 Blueprint for Leadership Gradation, held June 11 at the Greater Columbia Chamber of Commerce. United Way’s Blueprint…

Columbia Children’s Author to Present at the 5th World Children’s Festival

June 12, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Columbia Children’s Author and Educator, Darla Davenport-Powell is invited to host “The Wonderful World of Imagination” workshop at the 5th World Children’s Festival in Washington, D.C. on July…

Greer Bancshares Incorporated Reports Change in Executive Leadershi

June 12, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC – Greer Bancshares, Incorporated reported that effective immediately, J. Richard Medlock, Jr. has been named Interim President and Chief Executive Officer of Greer Bancshares, Inc. and its subsidiary…

Greer Bancshares Incorporated Reports Change in Executive Leadership

June 12, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC – Greer Bancshares, Incorporated reported that effective immediately, J. Richard Medlock, Jr. has been named Interim President and Chief Executive Officer of Greer Bancshares, Inc. and its subsidiary…

Columbia Children’s Author to Present at the 5th World Children’s Festival

June 12, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Columbia Children’s Author and Educator, Darla Davenport-Powell is invited to host “The Wonderful World of Imagination” workshop at the 5th World Children’s Festival in Washington, D.C. on July…

Esri selects Beitz and Daigh Geographics for ArcGIS Online Specialty Designation

June 12, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Beitz and Daigh Geographics, an Esri Silver Partner, was recently recognized by Esri as a new member of its “ArcGIS Online Specialty” designation. This designation is limited…

Greer Bancshares Incorporated Reports Change in Executive Leadershi

June 12, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC – Greer Bancshares, Incorporated reported that effective immediately, J. Richard Medlock, Jr. has been named Interim President and Chief Executive Officer of Greer Bancshares, Inc. and its subsidiary…

State Forester Gene Kodama to receive SAF’s Gifford Pinchot Medal

June 12, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – South Carolina State Forester Gene Kodama has been selected to receive the Society of American Foresters’ Gifford Pinchot Medal. One of the most esteemed forestry awards in…

United Way of the Midlands Announces 2015 Blueprint for Leadership Graduates

June 12, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – United Way of the Midlands recognized 19 emerging community leaders during the 2015 Blueprint for Leadership Gradation, held June 11 at the Greater Columbia Chamber of Commerce. United Way’s Blueprint…

South Carolina State Museum Receives Six Awards for Renovation and Expansion Project

June 11, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC — The South Carolina State Museum receives six awards for its major $23 million “Windows to New Worlds” renovation and expansion that opened in August 2014. The industry-leading…

Colliers International’s Scurry & Smith take home top honor from national Colliers Retail group

June 11, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – At the ICSC 2015 RECon in Las Vegas, Colliers International | South Carolina’s JP Scurry, CCIM, and Scottie Smith were announced as the winners of the 2014…

Wells Fargo sponsors 329th Habitat Greenville Home Build

June 11, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC – Construction started this week on the first Wells Fargo-sponsored Habitat for Humanity of Greenville County Home Build. Wells Fargo and Habitat representatives were on site in the…

Palmetto Girls State Participates in Parade to the State House

June 11, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Palmetto Girls State and Palmetto Boys State will join in a parade down Main Street to the steps of the South Carolina State House. The annual parade is…

Fisher & Phillips Attorney Earns Specialist Designation from State Supreme Court

June 11, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Reyburn Lominack III, an attorney in the Columbia office of Fisher & Phillips LLP, has earned certification from the South Carolina Supreme Court as a specialist in…

Richland County Recreation Foundation Receives $20,000 Grant to Support Richland County Recreation Commission’s Out-of-School Time Programs

June 11, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Richland County Recreation Foundation in partnership with the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA), has received a $20,000 grant to support Richland County Recreation Commission’s out-of-school time…

CIU Adds Sports Management Major

June 11, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Columbia International University is adding an undergraduate bachelor’s degree in Sports Management this fall. The program will blend an academically challenging curriculum with valuable practical experience, preparing…

Blair Cato Pickren Casterline Attorney Has Been Selected to 2015 SC Super Lawyer List for 8th Consecutive Year

June 11, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC –  The law firm of Blair Cato Pickren Casterline is pleased to announce that Kristine Cato has been selected to the 2015 South Carolina Super Lawyers list in the…

Blair Cato Pickren Casterline Attorney Has Been Selected to 2015 SC Super Lawyer List for 8th Consecutive Year

June 11, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC –  The law firm of Blair Cato Pickren Casterline is pleased to announce that Kristine Cato has been selected to the 2015 South Carolina Super Lawyers list in the…

Colonial Life names four to new leadership posts

June 11, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Colonial Life & Accident Insurance Co. recently named four professionals to new leadership posts within the company:   Steve Bygott has been promoted to vice president, Market Development.…