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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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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Chapin High School former athletic director, coach to be inducted into SCAAA Hall of Fame

February 19, 2015

CHAPIN, SC – A former Chapin High School athletic director and coach will soon be inducted into a hall of fame, recognizing the state’s top athletic administrators. Eddie Muldrow will…

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Senior volunteers and local students to present inter-generational Black History Month program

February 19, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC. Senior Resources is collaborating with Burton Pack Elementary School to present an inter-generational program commemorating Martin Luther King Jr.’s birthday and Black History Month. On February 23, 2015,…

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South Carolina’s Veterans Unemployment Rate Drops for Second Year; Ranks as Nation’s Seventh Best

February 19, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC — South Carolina’s unemployment rate for veterans 18 and older dropped to 3.5 percent in 2014, down from 4.1 percent in 2013, the U.S. Bureau of Labor and…

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Trident Health Responds to Berkeley County Court Ruling

February 18, 2015

CHARLESTON, SC – Trident Health CEO Todd Gallati  has issued a statement regarding this morning’s court ruling by the South Carolina Court of Appeals which favors two Certificate of Need…

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City Council February 19, 2015

February 18, 2015

By Temple Ligon   On Tuesday afternoon, February 17, city council held its work session to hear Mike Briggs, president and CEO of the Central S. C. Alliance. Briggs was giving…

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Gov. Nikki Haley, Cabinet Officials Announce Collaborative Effort to Address Litter on S.C. Interstates

February 18, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Governor Nikki Haley was joined by Director of the Department of Corrections Bryan Stirling, Director of the Department of Public Safety Leroy Smith, Director of the Department…

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South Carolina State Museum Opens New Civil Rights Exhibit on Feb. 28

February 18, 2015

COURAGE: The Vision to End Segregation, the Guts to Fight for It portrays the story behind the first lawsuit challenging racial segregation in public schools   COLUMBIA, SC – The South…

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List Revealed for Columbia Open Studios Tour, Presented by 701 Center for Contemporary Art on April 11-12, 2015

February 18, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – The roster of 41 participating visual artists, including 7 newcomers, has been released for Columbia Open Studios, presented by 701 Center for Contemporary Art. The free, self-led…

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The First Tee of Columbia Spring Golf Clinic for Children

February 18, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – The First Tee of Columbia at the James E. Clyburn Golf Center will hold a Spring Golf Clinic for children ages 5-17. The golf center is located…

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Senator Scott Endorses Common Sense National Right to Work Legislation

February 18, 2015

Paul-McConnell Measure Will Protect Individual Workers’ Rights   CHARLESTON, SC – U.S. Senator Tim Scott (R-SC) today announced his support and co-sponsorship of the “National Right to Work Act,” a…

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Frigid Temperatures to Chill Richland County at Week’s End: Some areas may experience 60 consecutive hours at or below freezing

February 18, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Richland County residents should take special precautions to keep their families, pets and property safe over the next several days as bitter temperatures hit the Midlands. “Temperatures…

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Richland Two Educator Wins Prestigious National Award

February 18, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC — Richland Two Educator Terri Butts has received one of public education’s most prestigious honors, the National Education Association (NEA) Member Benefits Award for Teaching Excellence and a…

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The 2015 Great Books Giveaway provides more than $40,000 in materials to libraries in Ohio, California and South Carolina

February 18, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – The Young Adult Library Services Association (YALSA), a division of the American Library Association (ALA), named Lorain City High School in Ohio the recipient of its annual…

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SC Bar Launches Attorney Wellness Website

February 18, 2015

Task force encourages Bar members to start “Living Above the Bar”   CHARLESTON, SC – The Attorney Wellness Task Force of the South Carolina Bar is proud to announce the launch…

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Councilwoman Joyce Dickerson to Host Dirt Road Paving Meeting in Upper Richland

February 18, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Residents in Upper Richland County will have the opportunity to learn about Richland County’s newly launched program to pave dirt roads at a community meeting this month.…

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Community Forum to Discuss New Cleanup Campaign along Broad River Road

February 18, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – A cleaner commute is in store for travelers along the busy Broad River Road Corridor courtesy of a new beautification initiative. A “Cleanup the Corridor Campaign” is…

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SuggsJohnson CPAs Honored for Rapid and Sustained Growth

February 18, 2015

Anderson accounting firm moves up 10 places among 2015 Fastest Growing Businesses ANDERSON, SC –  Deep in the soul of Tiger Territory beats the heart of a Bulldog. Last week,…

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Ballpark Previews and Luxury Suite Reservations for Spirit Communications Park Available Starting February 23

February 18, 2015

Suite packages available for preview & sales, Feb. 23 – 26 COLUMBIA, SC — Due to the overwhelming interest shown since the groundbreaking for Spirit Communications Park, Columbia Professional Baseball…

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Footprint, LLC establishing manufacturing facility in Chester County

February 18, 2015

$15.4 million capital investment expected to result in 115 new jobs CHESTER COUNTY, SC – Footprint, LLC, a company that specializes in the direct manufacturing of sustainable materials and packaging, is…

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SuggsJohnson CPAs Honored for Rapid and Sustained Growth

February 18, 2015

South Carolina accounting firm moves up 10 places among 2015 Fastest Growing Businesses COLUMBIA, SC – Deep in the soul of Tiger and Gamecock Territory beats the heart of a Bulldog.…

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Women in Philanthropy honored with TWIN Award

February 18, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Women in Philanthropy was honored with the TWIN Award by the Palmetto Center for Women.  The TWIN Awards are a distinguished honor presented to women whose outstanding…

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Applications Available Now for 2015 SC Commissioner’s School for Agriculture

February 18, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Rising high school juniors and seniors can now apply for this year’s South Carolina Commissioner’s School for Agriculture (SCCSA), held at Clemson University, July 18-24, 2015. SCCSA is…

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The Rotary Club of Lake Murray-Irmo names Beverly Coates as a new Paul Harris Fellow for her outstanding work with C.O.P.S

February 18, 2015

IRMO, SC – Lynn Campbell surprised Beverly Coates with the honor of a Paul Harris Fellow at the weekly meeting of The Rotary Club of Lake Murray-Irmo on February 11,…

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Register for Automotive CFO Forum

February 18, 2015

Register today for the KPMG CFO Forum held Wed., Feb. 25 from 12:00 – 3:00 pm at the Hyatt Regency Greenville. This event offers a rare opportunity to hear from…

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Bravo1 Protection adds Austin as Business Development Manager

February 18, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC – The Upstate’s newest private security firm continues to grow with the addition of Ebony Austin as Business Development Manager. Austin brings an extensive business background to Bravo1…

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NAI Avant 7 NAI Earle Furman Facilitate ±153,000 SF Lease of Industrial Warehouse in Easley

February 18, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – NAI Avant recently facilitated a ±153,000 square foot industrial warehouse lease at 400 Saco Lowell Road in Easley, SC. NAI Avant senior brokers Roger Winn and Paul…

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List Revealed for Columbia Open Studios Tour, Presented by 701 Center for Contemporary Art on April 11-12, 2015

February 18, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – The roster of 41 participating visual artists, including 7 newcomers, has been released for Columbia Open Studios, presented by 701 Center for Contemporary Art. The free, self-led…

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SuggsJohnson CPAs Honored for Rapid and Sustained Growth

February 18, 2015

South Carolina accounting firm moves up 10 places among 2015 Fastest Growing Businesses COLUMBIA, SC – Deep in the soul of Tiger and Gamecock Territory beats the heart of a Bulldog.…

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The Rotary Club of Lake Murray-Irmo names Beverly Coates as a new Paul Harris Fellow for her outstanding work with C.O.P.S

February 18, 2015

IRMO, SC – Lynn Campbell surprised Beverly Coates with the honor of a Paul Harris Fellow at the weekly meeting of The Rotary Club of Lake Murray-Irmo on February 11,…

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Colliers International’s Salley, Stewart and Morrison receive national brokerage recognition

February 17, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Chuck Salley, SIOR, GivensStewart, SIOR and Hagood Morrison, SIOR, all of ColliersInternational South Carolina, were named to ColliersInternational USA’s 2014 Everest Club. The Colliers International Everest Club annually…

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Colliers International’s Stewart, Morrison and Salley receive national brokerage recognition

February 17, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC – Givens Stewart, SIOR, Hagood Morrison, SIOR and Chuck Salley, SIOR, all of ColliersInternational South Carolina, were named to ColliersInternational USA’s 2014 Everest Club. The Colliers International Everest Club…

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Colliers International’s Morrison, Salley and Stewart receive national brokerage recognition

February 17, 2015

CHARLESTON, SC – Hagood Morrison, SIOR, Chuck Salley, SIOR and Givens Stewart, SIOR, all of Colliers International South Carolina, were named to Colliers International USA’s 2014 Everest Club. The Colliers…

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10 Winter Safety Tips from the American Red Cross

February 17, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC – The American Red Cross is urging people to take 10 simple steps to stay safe as frigid air and wintery conditions move into South Carolina. “Although winter weather can…

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SYNNEX Corporation Selects Tim Acker to Lead its Mobility and Connected Solutions Businesses

February 17, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC – February 9, 2015 – SYNNEX Corporation (NYSE: SNX), a leading distributor of IT products and services, announced today that it has selected IT channel veteran Tim Acker to…

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Finalists chosen for USC Chamber Music Day and Competition

February 17, 2015

Eight high school string quartets from four states will be coached by the renowned Parker Quartet   COLUMBIA, SC – For the second year, University of South Carolina music students…

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Richland County Amplifies Recycling Efforts with New Roll Carts, Commercials

February 17, 2015

RICHLAND COUNTY, SC  – Residents served by Richland County Solid Waste and Recycling received a shiny new gift last month that will hopefully be put to good use. Forty-eight thousand…

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Lourie Center Receives National Honor for Innovative Program

February 17, 2015

Award Highlights Outstanding Program for Columbia Seniors   Columbia, SC – The Isadore E. Lourie Senior Center (Lourie Center) in Columbia, SC was recently recognized by the National Council on…

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Steve Hyman joins Cohn Construction Services

February 17, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Cohn Construction Services announced that Steve Hyman has joined the company and will be providing management and consulting services in his role as Senior Project Manager. With…

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Phillips Staffing’s Kristina Simmerman Joins Area SHRM Board

February 17, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC –  Upstate human resources professional Kristina Simmerman of Phillips Staffing, one of South Carolina’s largest and fastest-growing staffing and human capital solution providers, has been selected to serve…

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Chicken Salad Chick Named Top Chicken Salad to Try by Cooking With Paula Deen

February 17, 2015

SUMMERVILLE, SC – The latest edition of Cooking with Paula Deen magazine, which hits stands today, names Chicken Salad Chick as the top spot in the country to try chicken salad. This…

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NAI Avant Facilitates ±4,500 SF Lease at Lykes Business Center in Irmo, SC

February 17, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – NAI Avant broker Jeff Hein, SIOR, recently represented the Landlord of Lykes Business Center at 1108 Lykes Lane in a ±4,500 square foot lease. Represented by NAI Avant’s…

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NAI Avant Represents Buyer of ±29.6 Acres off River Road in Columbia, SC

February 17, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – NAI Avant brokers Tombo Milliken (left) and Tom Milliken (right) recently represented Landtech Asset Management in their purchase of ±29.6 acres off River Road in Columbia, SC. The…

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IT-oLogy Receives Commerce Innovation Grant Funding

February 17, 2015

Successful CyberSaturday program to expand statewide COLUMBIA, SC – IT-oLogy is pleased to announce that it has received $100,000 from the South Carolina Innovation Challenge. The funding has been awarded…

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United Way to recognize 2015 South Carolina Common Good Award recipients

February 17, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – The United Way Association of South Carolina will recognize 6 state legislators for their commitment to the common good at a reception in Columbia tonight. Recipients of…

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DHEC announces business and hospitality recycling award winners

February 17, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Five South Carolina businesses are being recognized for their exemplary recycling efforts by the S.C. Smart Business Recycling Program and Green Hospitality Program, the state’s Department of…

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Pharmacy pilot program improves health; saves money

February 17, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – A Comprehensive Medication Management Collaborative (CMMC)’s pilot program testing a new pharmacist-physician business model has shown enough potential for the program to expand to a new rural…

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Phillips Staffing’s Kristina Simmerman Joins Pickens Area SHRM Board

February 17, 2015

EASLEY and GREENVILLE, SC –  Upstate human resources professional Kristina Simmerman of Phillips Staffing, one of South Carolina’s largest and fastest-growing staffing and human capital solution providers, has been selected to…

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