Hair Stylist Proves American Dream Is Still Alive and Well – Publishes Book to Share Her Story With Thousands

February 23, 2015

CHARLESTON, SC – Hair stylist Marquetta Breslin has just published her new book, Million Dollar Stylist: The Hair Stylist’s Roadmap to Financial Freedom, Building the Business of Your Dreams, and…

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Magnolia Gardens Photo Contest Opens March 1

February 23, 2015

CHARLESTON, SC – The 5th Annual Magnolia Plantation and Gardens Photography Contest begins Sunday, March 1. The competition is open to professional and amateur photographers. All photos submitted to the…

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Program Announced for 2015 Administrative Professionals Day Conference at Trident Technical College

February 23, 2015

CHARLESTON, SC – Trident Technical College Division of Continuing Education and Economic Development is pleased to announce the program lineup for the 21st Annual Administrative Professionals Day Conference. The 2015 conference…

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JPS Industries, Inc. Announces Election of Directors

February 23, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC – JPS Industries, Inc. (JPST.PK), a leading manufacturer of composite materials, announced the results of the election of directors at its 2015 Annual Meeting of Stockholders held on…

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Upstate International Month Celebrates World Cultures Right Here At Home

February 23, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC – Upstate International’s 2015 celebration features nearly 100 public events, including colorful international festivals, world-renowned arts performances, global education programs, and opportunities to experience exciting sports, music, culture and…

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Green Power powers RBC Heritage seven years in a row

February 23, 2015

HILTON HEAD ISLAND, SC – The RBC Heritage Presented by Boeing Golf Tournament proudly announces “Our Greens are Green. Are Yours?” In its seventh year using 100 percent Green Power…

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South Carolina Judge Reaffirms Her Ruling Against The Episcopal Church

February 23, 2015

Asserts that state law protects Diocese of South Carolina against New York-based denomination’s efforts to seize property, names and symbols   ST. GEORGE, SC – For the second time in…

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IRS Issues Alert on New Phishing Scam

February 23, 2015

Tax Preparers and Taxpayers Urged to Not Click on Strange Emails or Links Seeking Updated Information The South Carolina Department of Revenue (SCDOR) urges South Carolinians to be aware and…

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The City Urges Citizens to Participate in Community Needs Survey

February 23, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – City of Columbia’s Community Development Department urges citizens to give input for the Five Year Consolidated Plan by completing the 2015 Community Needs Survey. To complete the survey,…

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Mashburn Construction President Awarded by Clemson University

February 23, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Mashburn Construction announced that President, Paul Mashburn received this years Distinguished Alumnus Award presented by Clemson University’s Department of Construction Science Management. The Distinguished Alumnus Award is given…

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One Million Cups Columbia Hosts The Columbia Brew Bus and Vino Garage

February 23, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC –  1 Million Cups (1MC), a program to engage, educate and connect entrepreneurs is excited to host Cam Powell of the Columbia Brew Bus and Doug Aylard of The…

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S.C. Arts Commission Announces 2015 Elizabeth O’Neill Verner Awards Recipients

February 23, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – The South Carolina Arts Commission announces the 2015 Elizabeth O’Neill Verner Governor’s Awards for the Arts, the highest honor the state presents in the arts. Established in…

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Council for Advancement and Support of Education: Names Midlands Technical College’s White Top CEO in the Southeast

February 23, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – The Council for Advancement and Support of Education (CASE) District III named Midlands Technical College president Dr. Marshall White, Jr. as the recipient of its Chief Executive…

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Spirit Communications completes purchase of SCANA Communications Inc.

February 23, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Spirit Communications announced today the completion of its acquisition of SCANA Communications, Inc. (“SCI”), including its interest in FRC, LLC, (“FRC”) a fiber network joint venture between…

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Newmark Grubb Wilson Kibler Brokers Deal at Atlas Complex

February 23, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Newmark Grubb Wilson Kibler, a leading real estate services firm, is pleased to announce the recent sale transaction of 230,000 square feet and 35 acres at 1400 Atlas…

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Colliers International’s Craig Caldwell promoted to Real Estate Management Services Accounting Manager

February 23, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Colliers International South Carolina is pleased to announce the promotion of Craig Caldwell to Real Estate Management Services (REMS) Accounting Manager. In this new position, he is…

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S.C. Arts Commission Announces 2015 Elizabeth O’Neill Verner Awards Recipients

February 23, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – The South Carolina Arts Commission announces the 2015 Elizabeth O’Neill Verner Governor’s Awards for the Arts, the highest honor the state presents in the arts. Established in…

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Tasting Notes Raises Glasses to Raise S.C. Phil Support

February 23, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – The high-end wines and gourmet food selections of Tasting Notes will raise money for the South Carolina Philharmonic again at the S.C. State Museum,Monday, March 2, 2015…

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SCHB Self Insurers Fund Honored with Prestigious Safety Award

February 23, 2015

CHARLESTON, SC – SCHB Self Insurers Fund was recently honored by the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) for their efforts to advance safety in the home building industry. Through…

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SCHB Self Insurers Fund Honored with Prestigious Safety Award

February 23, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – SCHB Self Insurers Fund was recently honored by the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) for their efforts to advance safety in the home building industry. Through…

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Greater Lexington Chamber Honors Top Community Businesses, Professionals

February 23, 2015

LEXINGTON, SC – The Greater Lexington Chamber and Visitors Center honored four of its accomplished members and one of its professional staff members at its Chamber Awards Night Thursday evening…

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The Rotary Club of Lake Murray-Irmo Hosts a New Member Social

February 23, 2015

The Rotary Club of Lake Murray-Irmo is hosting a new member social on February 24th from 4:30-6;30 at Liberty of the Lake. If you have ever been curious to know…

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ERA Wilder Realty Named as Finalist For ERA Real Estate’s National Company of the Year Award

February 23, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – ERA Real Estate, a leading global real estate franchisor, has named ERA Wilder Realty of Columbia, S.C. a finalist for its national company of the year award for…

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Judy Davis Recognized as the Midlands’ Leading Philanthropist in 2014

February 23, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC  – United Way of the Midlands will recognize Judy Davis as the 2014 Humanitarian of the Year Award recipient at United Way’s annual Humanitarian of the Year Dinner and…

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Sexual Trauma Services of the Midlands Announces Promotion and New Hires

February 23, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC — Sexual Trauma Services of the Midlands is proud to announce a promotion and the hiring of three new staff members. Mary Dell Hayes has been promoted to…

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Greater Lexington Chamber Honors Top Community Businesses, Professionals

February 23, 2015

LEXINGTON, SC – The Greater Lexington Chamber and Visitors Center honored four of its accomplished members and one of its professional staff members at its Chamber Awards Night Thursday evening…

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One Million Cups Columbia Hosts The Columbia Brew Bus and Vino Garage

February 23, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC –  1 Million Cups (1MC), a program to engage, educate and connect entrepreneurs is excited to host Cam Powell of the Columbia Brew Bus and Doug Aylard of The…

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Riggs Partners’ Kevin Smith Selected for Riley Institute at Furman Diversity Leaders Initiative’s 8th Class

February 23, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Kevin Smith of Riggs Partners is one of 38 leaders from across the Midlands and surrounding areas selected to participate in the 8th Midlands class of the…

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S.C. Arts Commission Announces 2015 Elizabeth O’Neill Verner Awards Recipients

February 23, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – The South Carolina Arts Commission announces the 2015 Elizabeth O’Neill Verner Governor’s Awards for the Arts, the highest honor the state presents in the arts. Established in…

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SCHB Self Insurers Fund Honored with Prestigious Safety Award

February 23, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – SCHB Self Insurers Fund was recently honored by the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) for their efforts to advance safety in the home building industry. Through…

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The Rotary Club of Lake Murray-Irmo Hosts a New Member Social

February 23, 2015

The Rotary Club of Lake Murray-Irmo is hosting a new member social on February 24th from 4:30-6;30 at Liberty of the Lake. If you have ever been curious to know…

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City of Rock Hill Named First Cultural District in S.C.

February 22, 2015

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

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Allen Tate Realtors Announces Top Producers

February 22, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC – Kathy Weeks, Upstate Regional Vice President at Allen Tate Realtors, is proud to announce production results for January 2015. In the Greenville-Midtown Office, John Farr was Top…

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SCE&G Customers Set New Record for Peak Demand

February 20, 2015

CAYCE, SC – This morning’s extreme cold temperatures prompted many SCE&G customers to turn up the heat, setting a new record for electricity demand. During the 8 a.m. hour today, SCE&G’s…

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Cayce-West Columbia Rotary Shows Its Heart

February 20, 2015

CAYCE, SC – In an effort to address the issue of hungry families, The Cayce-West Columbia Rotary took on the “Rotary Has HEART” Challenge and collected non-perishable food items for the…

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City of Rock Hill Named First Cultural District in S.C.

February 20, 2015

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

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EDTS Named to CRN’s 2015 Managed Service Provider 500 List

February 20, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC –  EDTS, a regional IT services company specializing in managed IT services, network security, and advanced infrastructure for Southeastern businesses, has been named to the 2015 CRN Managed…

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6 District Five students advance in National Merit scholarship contest

February 20, 2015

IRMO, SC – Six students from Lexington-Richland School District Five have been named finalists in the 60th annual National Merit Scholarship Program. Finalists from District Five include: Lucas Barnes (Chapin…

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EDTS Named to CRN’s 2015 Managed Service Provider 500 List

February 20, 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 to the 2015 CRN Managed…

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USC Aiken Vice Chancellor Accepted to Leadership Program

February 20, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Mr. Ernest Pringle, Vice Chancellor of Information Technology and CIO at the University of South Carolina Aiken, has been accepted to the EDUCAUSE Leading Change Institute (LCI),…

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Daniel T. Brailsford Receives Honorary Lifetime Member Award from the Mechanical Contractors Association of SC

February 20, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Robinson McFadden announced that attorney, Daniel T. Brailsford, has received an Honorary Lifetime Member Award from the Mechanical Contractors Association of South Carolina for his many years…

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YMCA of Columbia is Ready to Help Adults Prevent Diabetes

February 20, 2015

The YMCA of Columbia is now offering the YMCA’s Diabetes Prevention Program to help adults make lifestyle changes that will improve their overall health and reduce their chance of developing…

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Penlon Medical Gas Solutions is becoming Pneumatech Medical Gas Solutions

February 20, 2015

Name Change reflects continued commitment as a worldwide provider of medical gas solutions. ROCK HILL, SC – Penlon Medical Gas Solutions (PMGS), part of the Atlas Copco Group, has announced it…

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EMEDIX® Reimbursement Solutions Launches Channel Partner Program to Provide New Revenue Streams for Vendors in the Health Information Technology Market

February 20, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – EMEDIX Reimbursement Solutions, a leading provider of healthcare billing and claims management software solutions has announced the launch of a dynamic Channel Partner Program.  By opting for one or…

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South Carolina REALTORS® to Tour State

February 20, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC –  South Carolina REALTORS® (SCR) will kick off a tour of the state to promote property rights, homeownership, and its member benefits to the trade association’s more than 15,000…

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Lexington Medical Center Looks to Continue Negotiations with BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina

February 20, 2015

WEST COLUMBIA, SC – Lexington Medical Center was disappointed to learn that BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina sent its members and employers communication on Thursday stating that beginning March 1,…

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SC Bar Young Lawyers Name Eight Award Recipients

February 20, 2015

Eight Stars of the Quarter Awards given CHARLESTON, SC – The SC Bar Young Lawyers Division (YLD) has named eight Stars of the Quarter Award recipients. The awards recognize YLD members…

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Med-Enroll Establishing Company Headquarters and Processing Center in Florence County

February 20, 2015

$3.5 Million Investment Expected to Result in 153 New Jobs COLUMBIA, SC – A company that specializes in assisting businesses with the management of healthcare costs is establishing its company…

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Kennaday Elected Chairman of Advisory Board of First Tee

February 20, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Turner Padget announced that Thomas M. Kennaday has been elected Chairman of the Advisory Board of the First Tee of Columbia. The First Tee of Columbia is…

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City of Rock Hill Named First Cultural District in S.C.

February 20, 2015

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

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