Avison Young Lease Extension – 1417 Stuart Engals Blvd.

June 1, 2015

CHARLESTON, SC – Avison Young commercial real estate announces that Jeremy Willits and Gerry Schauer represented the landlord, TS Investments I, LLC in the lease extension of an office space…

eGroup, Lori Sussman Named to 2015 CRN Women of the Channel Power 50

June 1, 2015

MOUNT PLEASANT, SC – eGroup, Technology Solutions for Serious Competitors,  announced today that Lori Sussman, Vice President, Services has been named to The Channel Company’s prestigious 2015 CRN® Women of the…

Ryan Neville, SC Bar YLD Programs Receive Recognition at ABA Conference

June 1, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Ryan Neville of Wills, Massalon and Allen, LLC in Charleston received an American Bar Association (ABA) Young Lawyers Division (YLD) Star of the Quarter award for his contribution…

Graham Announces Retirement from United States Air Force

June 1, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) is retiring after more than three decades of service to the United States Air Force. “I’ll turn 60 this summer which is…

113th Annual Gala Awards Call for Nominations

June 1, 2015

The Columbia Chamber is Now Accepting Nominations for the Military Advocate, Small and Minority Advocate and Young Professional of the Year Categories   COLUMBIA, SC – The Columbia Chamber’s 113th…

Colonial Life recognizes 49 for superior customer service

June 1, 2015

The employees were recently selected for the company’s prestigious Aspire program.   COLUMBIA, SC – Forty-nine employees have been recognized by Colonial Life & Accident Insurance for superior customer service. The…

David Cuda of Colliers International elected President of South Carolina Economic Developers’ Association

June 1, 2015

Association’s former Vice President steps into greater role as outlook for state’s economic development looks better than ever   COLUMBIA, SC – Colliers International’s David Cuda has been elected President of…

David Cuda of Colliers International elected President of South Carolina Economic Developers’ Association

June 1, 2015

Association’s former Vice President steps into greater role as outlook for state’s economic development looks better than ever   COLUMBIA, SC – Colliers International’s David Cuda has been elected President of…

USO South Carolina and Verizon Wireless Unveil New United through Reading Room for South Carolina National Guard

June 1, 2015

United through Reading Military Program allows deploying service members to read a bedtime story to their children   COLUMBIA, SC – Today, thanks to Verizon Wireless, the USO South Carolina opened…

Tim Sease Named to #2 Spot on Bank Investment Consultant Magazine’s Top Program Managers List

June 1, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Tim B. Sease, executive vice president and director of South State Investment Services, was selected as the #2 spot on the Bank Investment Consultant 2015 Top Program Managers…

Mayor Benjamin elected AAMA President

June 1, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin was elected President of the African American Mayor’s Association (AAMA) today at the organization’s 2015 Annual Conference in Washington DC replacing outgoing AAMA President…

The First Tee of Columbia Summer Golf Sessions for Children

June 1, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – The First Tee of Columbia at the James E. Clyburn Golf Center will hold the Summer Golf Session for children ages 5-17 from June 10-August 15, 2015.…

Abacus office building as winner of the 2015 American Institute of Architects South Carolina Design Award for Adaptive Reuse/Renovation Merit

June 1, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Abacus announces that its office building at 2500 Devine Street is the winner of the 2015 American Institute of Architects South Carolina Design Award for Adaptive Reuse/Renovation…

SCE&G Urges Customers to Prepare for Hurricane Season

June 1, 2015

CAYCE, SC – With today marking the start of the 2015 Atlantic hurricane season, SCE&G is reminding customers to prepare now for the possibility of a hurricane impacting South Carolina. The…

Mental Illness Recovery Center, Inc. Awarded Three-Year CARF Accreditation

June 1, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – The Mental Illness Recovery Center, Inc. (MIRCI) has been accredited by CARF International for a period of three years for its Community Housing, Community Integration, and Supported Living…

1×1 Design Celebrates Four Years

June 1, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – On June 1, 2015, 1×1 Design marks the fourth anniversary as a company.  Since the formation of the company, 1×1 Design has grown a portfolio of in-progress projects…

House Ways and Means Passes Supplemental Budget

June 1, 2015

Budget Committee Funds Infrastructure, Reduces Debt   COLUMBIA, SC – The House Ways and Means Committee adopted H. 4230, a supplemental appropriations bill, by a vote of 23-0.  The bill was introduced…

State House Report: Top Three Things You Need to Know

June 1, 2015

By Ashley Hunter    Criminal Domestic Violence Bill The House and Senate amended and approved S. 3, the Criminal Domestic Violence bill and sent the bill to Governor Haley last…

Campaign to Clean Up Broad River Corridor Goes Beyond Litter Control

June 1, 2015

By Latoisha Green   When it comes to litter, one person’s trash is everybody’s problem. From cigarette butts to a soda cans, trash along our streets and sidewalks is not…

Phillips Staffing Adds Lori Morgan as Sales Account Executive

June 1, 2015

COLUMBIA-AIKEN, SC – Surging demand for top talent and human capital solutions by manufacturing and logistics organizations across the Southeast has led Phillips Staffing, one of South Carolina’s largest and…

Phillips Staffing Adds Lori Morgan as Sales Account Executive

June 1, 2015

COLUMBIA-AIKEN, SC – Surging demand for top talent and human capital solutions by manufacturing and logistics organizations across the Southeast has led Phillips Staffing, one of South Carolina’s largest and…

SCRA Technology Ventures Announces Partnership

June 1, 2015

CHARLESTON, SC – SCRA Technology Ventures announced the partnership of Charleston-based SC Launch Program Client, Job Market Maker, and Resource Partner Network member, Silicon Harbor Communications. “We are pleased to…

Annual Holiday Market in Lancaster, S.C. Selected as a Top 20 Event in the Southeast

June 1, 2015

LANCASTER, SC – The Artisans of the Olde English District and Downtown Holiday Market has been selected as one of Southeast Tourism Society’s Top 20 Events for the month of…

1×1 Design Celebrates 4 Years

June 1, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – On June 1, 2015, 1×1 Design marks the fourth anniversary as a company.  Since the formation of the company, 1×1 Design has grown a portfolio of in-progress…

Richland County Month in Review: May

June 1, 2015

The following are highlights from Richland County Government in May: Richland County Emergency Services publicly debuted its new state-of-the-art weather system, RC WINDS (Weather Information Network Data System). RC WINDS…

Liquid Catering announces 2015 summer interns

June 1, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC – Liquid Catering, the Upstate’s only event bartending service, has brought in two interns for the summer. Sydney Reinhardt is a University of Wisconsin student graduating in December…

Motor Supply Co. Bistro Announces Local Farms Honored at Harvest Week, June 16-21, 2015

June 1, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Executive Chef Wes Fulmer of Motor Supply Co. Bistro, one of the Midlands’ foremost Slow Food restaurants, announces 12 featured farms – and menu teasers – for Harvest…

Motor Supply Co. Bistro Announces Local Farms Honored at Harvest Week, June 16-21, 2015

June 1, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Executive Chef Wes Fulmer of Motor Supply Co. Bistro, one of the Midlands’ foremost Slow Food restaurants, announces 12 featured farms – and menu teasers – for Harvest…

Engenius completes Artisphere web project

June 1, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC – People who searched for one of the nation’s top arts festivals this year can thank Engenius for the wonderful experience. This Greenville-based web design and marketing firm…

Riggs Partners Accepting Applications from Upstate Nonprofits for Annual Pro Bono Marathon

June 1, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC — Riggs Partners will hold their annual CreateAthon event for South Carolina-based nonprofits on October 22-23, 2015. CreateAthon is a 24-hour marathon during which professionals and students in…

Riggs Partners Accepting Applications from Upstate Nonprofits for Annual Pro Bono Marathon

June 1, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC — Riggs Partners will hold their annual CreateAthon event for South Carolina-based nonprofits on October 22-23, 2015. CreateAthon is a 24-hour marathon during which professionals and students in…

Upstate doctor published in Journal of Neurological Sciences

June 1, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC – The Journal of Neurological Sciences recently published an article that urges physicians to rethink the early diagnosis for multiple sclerosis (MS), written by Dr. Jagannadha R. Avasarala…

Small Businesses Can Learn about Opportunities to Work on Richland County Projects

June 1, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Local small business owners are encouraged to attend an upcoming meeting that will detail the processes for eligibility to work on a variety of  Richland County projects.…

SC Chamber of Commerce Calls on Legislature to Use Additional Revenue for Infrastructure

June 1, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – With the recognition of an additional $400 million in revenue to the state’s coffers, the South Carolina Chamber of Commerce, the unified voice of business, is calling…

Phillips Staffing Adds Lori Morgan as Sales Account Executive

June 1, 2015

COLUMBIA-AIKEN, SC – Surging demand for top talent and human capital solutions by manufacturing and logistics organizations across the Southeast has led Phillips Staffing, one of South Carolina’s largest and…

Riggs Partners Accepting Applications from Upstate Nonprofits for Annual Pro Bono Marathon

June 1, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC — Riggs Partners will hold their annual CreateAthon event for South Carolina-based nonprofits on October 22-23, 2015. CreateAthon is a 24-hour marathon during which professionals and students in…

Motor Supply Co. Bistro Announces Local Farms Honored at Harvest Week, June 16-21, 2015

June 1, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Executive Chef Wes Fulmer of Motor Supply Co. Bistro, one of the Midlands’ foremost Slow Food restaurants, announces 12 featured farms – and menu teasers – for Harvest…

Emily Gifford of Richardson Plowden Certified as a Circuit Court Mediator

May 31, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Richardson Plowden & Robinson, P.A. announced that attorney Emily R. Gifford has been certified as a circuit court mediator by the South Carolina Supreme Court’s Board of Arbitrator…

The Therapy Place Announces 2015-2016 Board of Directors

May 31, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC –  The Therapy Place, a nonprofit organization that provides creative, skilled, evidence-based therapies to children with disabilities, has elected new officers and members to serve on its Board of…

Emily Gifford of Richardson Plowden Certified as a Circuit Court Mediator

May 31, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Richardson Plowden & Robinson, P.A. announced that attorney Emily R. Gifford has been certified as a circuit court mediator by the South Carolina Supreme Court’s Board of Arbitrator…

The Therapy Place Announces 2015-2016 Board of Directors

May 31, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC –  The Therapy Place, a nonprofit organization that provides creative, skilled, evidence-based therapies to children with disabilities, has elected new officers and members to serve on its Board of…

South Carolina’s Employment Situation April 2015

May 28, 2015

Employment Continues to Soar – Exceeds 2.1 Million People for the First Time The number of employed South Carolinians broke a major barrier for the first time in April exceeding…

Rosen Hagood Attorney Receives 2015 Platinum Compleat Lawyer Award

May 28, 2015

CHARLESTON, SC – Rosen Hagood shareholder Alice Paylor received the Platinum Compleat Lawyer Award from the University of South Carolina School of Law Alumni Council at the Annual Alumni Dinner…

Rosen Hagood Attorney, Elizabeth Palmer, Named Young Lawyer of the Year

May 28, 2015

CHARLESTON, SC – Rosen Hagood announced that Elizabeth “Beth” Palmer is one of two lawyers that has been named Young Lawyer of the Year by the South Carolina Bar. The…

Physicians Choice Laboratory Services (PCLS) partners with TRICARE South, Humana

May 27, 2015

PCLS is pleased to announce that its esoteric laboratory testing performed at the company’s CLIA-certified and CAP-accredited laboratory will now be available to more than  3 million TRICARE South beneficiaries including…

Lamkin Joins FINTRUST Investment Advisors

May 27, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC – FinTrust announces that Sarah Lamkin has joined the FinTrust team. Lamkin is a graduate of Georgia College and State University with a B.A. in Mass Communications. She…

Clemson Impacts magazine earns notable document award

May 27, 2015

CLEMSON, SC – A Clemson Public Service and Agriculture magazine that enhances economic development in agribusiness, South Carolina’s largest industry, won a Notable State Document award from the South Carolina…

AAF of the Midlands Announces WelVista as the ‘15-‘16 Public Service Recipient

May 27, 2015

Local Advertising Organization will Support Welvista in Bringing Hope and Wellness to the Uninsured of the Midlands.   .  COLUMBIA, SC –   The American Advertising Federation (AAF) of The Midlands has…

Officials Break Ground on Vet Tech Expanded Housing/Learning Facility

May 27, 2015

PENDLETON, SC – Tri-County Technical College officials broke ground May 21 on a new $1.5 million veterinary technology expanded housing and learning facility that officials say will help the College…

Coldwell Banker Caine Honored with Multiple National Coldwell Banker Awards

May 27, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC – Coldwell Banker Caine was named the No. 1 Coldwell Banker Company in South Carolina, and its Greenville office was named No. 1 Coldwell Banker Office in South Carolina…