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.…

Collins & Lacy Co-Founder to Commemorate 800th Anniversary of Magna Carta in Runnymede, England

June 11, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Collins & Lacy, P.C. co-founder, Joel Collins, is set to travel to Runnymede, England to observe the 800th Anniversary of the sealing of Magna Carta, where an…

Collins & Lacy Co-Founder to Commemorate 800th Anniversary of Magna Carta in Runnymede, England

June 11, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Collins & Lacy, P.C. co-founder, Joel Collins, is set to travel to Runnymede, England to observe the 800th Anniversary of the sealing of Magna Carta, where an…

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.…

EDTS Named Gold Partner by WatchGuard® Technologies

June 11, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC –  EDTS, a regional IT services company specializing in managed IT services, network security, and advanced infrastructure for Southeastern businesses, has been named a WatchGuard ONE Gold Partner…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

The Ponds Conservancy earns South Carolina Historic Preservation Award and opens new archaeology exhibition

June 10, 2015

CHARLESTON, SC – On Friday, June 5 The Ponds Conservancy was awarded the 2015 Historic Preservation Award. The Conservancy was recognized for their stewardship of the historic Schultz-Lotz farmhouse. Thirteen…

City Featured in National Report for Providing Financial Literacy Programs to its Residents

June 10, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – The City of Columbia was featured in the National League of Cities’ (NLC) report that highlights city leaders’ ongoing commitment to addressing the financial challenges of their…

Columbia Chamber Celebrates Leadership Columbia Class of 2015

June 10, 2015

On Tuesday, June 9, 2015 the Columbia Chamber Proudly Recognized the Graduation of 56 Young Leaders from the Chamber’s Leadership Columbia Program   COLUMBIA, SC – Leadership Columbia (LC), a Columbia…

Finally Friday Closes Series with Reflections at the Fine Arts Center of Kershaw County

June 10, 2015

CAMDEN, SC – The Fine Arts Center of Kershaw County (FAC) will close out its popular free outdoor concert series, Finally Friday with Reflections, a Camden favorite. The concert will take…

Richland County EMS Receives American Heart Association Award

June 10, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Richland County Emergency Medical Services won a national American Heart Association award for its efforts to improve the treatment of patients who experience severe heart attacks. This…

Taskforce Releases Recommendations for Improvements to Long-Term Care in South Carolina

June 10, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC –  Recommendations to reshape South Carolina’s long-term care system have been released by a statewide taskforce convened by the South Carolina Institute of Medicine and Public Health. These recommendations…

Taskforce Releases Recommendations for Improvements to Long-Term Care in South Carolina

June 10, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC –  Recommendations to reshape South Carolina’s long-term care system have been released by a statewide taskforce convened by the South Carolina Institute of Medicine and Public Health. These recommendations…

Center for Women launches “Founder’s Lab” for Women Entrepreneurs

June 10, 2015

CHARLESTON, SC – Have you thought about starting your own business, but just don’t know where to start? The path to your entrepreneurial future begins with Founder’s Lab, a new…

Center for Women launches “Founder’s Lab” for Women Entrepreneurs

June 10, 2015

CHARLESTON, SC – Have you thought about starting your own business, but just don’t know where to start? The path to your entrepreneurial future begins with Founder’s Lab, a new…

Sun Solutions expanding Midlands operations

June 10, 2015

Company investing $10.5 million to construct a new facility in Lexington County COLUMBIA, SC – Sun Solutions, a locally-owned company that specializes in the delivery of print and other media communications,…

Shops and Galleries Open Late for June Vista Nights

June 10, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – The Congaree Vista Guild, a non-profit, membership-based organization made up of a wide variety of restaurant, shop, business and gallery owners, homeowners and museums in the Vista, announces…

Local Ladies Golf Club Inducted into Golf Hall of Fame

June 10, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Columbia’s only African American female golf club, the Ridgewood Ladies Golf Club (RLGC), was inducted into the African American Golfers Hall of Fame (AAGHOF) in May during…