Del Taco Sees Epic Sales Results with Expansion into the South

March 2, 2015

Popular Brand Increases Flavors of the South with Craveable Mexican and American Favorites Del Taco, a leader in the Mexican quick service restaurant (MQSR) category, reported that the brand is…

Chernoff Newman Dominates Digital Advertising Awards at 2015 ADDYs

March 2, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Chernoff Newman dominated the digital advertising categories – including Best of Interactive – at the 2015 ADDY Awards. The American Advertising Federation of the Midlands (AAF) sponsors…

Local Organization Recognized for Exemplary Performance, Standard of Excellence

March 2, 2015

Keep the Midlands Beautiful Earns Keep America Beautiful President’s Circle Award Recognition COLUMBIA, SC – Keep the Midlands Beautiful received a Keep America Beautiful’s President Circle Award at the annual Keep…

Institute for Child Success Awarded Pritzker Grants to Help South Carolina Children

March 2, 2015

The Institute for Child Success (ICS) was recently awarded $285,000 in grant funding from the Chicago-based Pritzker Children’s Initiative in support of expanded efforts to advance the emerging field of…

Institute for Child Success Awarded Pritzker Grants to Help South Carolina Children

March 2, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC – The Institute for Child Success (ICS) was recently awarded $285,000 in grant funding from the Chicago-based Pritzker Children’s Initiative in support of expanded efforts to advance the…

Richland County Month in Review: February

March 2, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – The following are highlights from Richland County Government in February:   As part of ongoing projects to revitalize Richland County’s Decker Boulevard, a shuttered former bank building…

Colliers International’s Joey Shellman volunteers to work with Homes of Hope program in Mexico

March 2, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Colliers International’s Joey Shellman was inspired by an internal company philosophy – constantly asking, “What else?” – and applied it to his personal commitment to helping others…

S.C. dive research team swims with sharks in the Bahamas

March 2, 2015

CAMDEN, SC – Tom Mullikin – joined by his son Thomas Mullikin Jr. and Bryan Kellar from Camden-based Global Eco Adventures (GEA) Shark Institute, along with retired U.S. Navy Chief…

Three S.C. Residents Arrested for Unemployment Insurance Benefits Fraud

March 2, 2015

The South Carolina Department of Employment and Workforce (DEW) and the South Carolina Attorney General’s Office announced today the arrests of three S.C. residents for fraudulently collecting unemployment insurance benefits.…

Chernoff Newman Dominates Digital Advertising Awards at 2015 ADDYs

March 2, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Chernoff Newman dominated the digital advertising categories – including Best of Interactive – at the 2015 ADDY Awards. The American Advertising Federation of the Midlands (AAF) sponsors…

Institute for Child Success Awarded Pritzker Grants to Help South Carolina Children

March 2, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC – The Institute for Child Success (ICS) was recently awarded $285,000 in grant funding from the Chicago-based Pritzker Children’s Initiative in support of expanded efforts to advance the…

Local Organization Recognized for Exemplary Performance, Standard of Excellence

March 2, 2015

Keep the Midlands Beautiful Earns Keep America Beautiful President’s Circle Award Recognition COLUMBIA, SC – Keep the Midlands Beautiful received a Keep America Beautiful’s President Circle Award at the annual Keep…

New Restaurant at Patrick Square Town Center: Joe’s New York Pizza

March 1, 2015

CLEMSON, SC – Quickly becoming Clemson’s go-to dining destination, the Patrick Square Town Center will soon be home to Joe’s New York Pizza. Construction of the 6,000 square foot building…

Mark Williams Appointed to the Board of the Prestigious Site Selectors Guild

March 1, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Mark Williams, President of Columbia South Carolina-based Strategic Development Group, Inc. and member of the Site Selectors Guild has been appointed to the organization’s board. The Guild’s…

S.C. environmental expert addresses Stanford Law School audience

March 1, 2015

CAMDEN, SC – Environmental expert Tom Mullikin – a professor of Marine Science at Coastal Carolina University and environmental attorney – discussed the global nature of climate change and recent…

Walmart Awards $50,000 to Friends of Caroline Hospice

March 1, 2015

CHARLESTON, SC – Friends of Caroline Hospice announced that it has received a $50,000 grant from Walmart. This gift will support their ongoing mission to provide services that offer hope,…

MacArthur Genius Award-Winning Choreographer Kyle Abraham Brings Pavement from NYC to Harbison Theatre

February 27, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Fresh from a MacArthur Genius Award win, NYC-based choreographer Kyle Abraham and his company Abraham.In.Motion bring Pavement, a critically-acclaimed urban-contemporary dance performance, to the stage of Harbison…

District Five student to represent SC in national Junior Science and Humanities Symposium

February 27, 2015

CHAPIN, SC – A Lexington-Richland School District Five student received a top award at this year’s South Carolina Junior Science and Humanities Symposium, becoming one of two students from the…

Richland County Council recognizing Unsung Heroines

February 27, 2015

RICHLAND COUNTY, SC – Richland County Councilwomen Joyce Dickerson and Julie-Ann Dixon are seeking nominations for the 2015 Richland County Distinguished Community Leadership Award (RCDCL). Seven RCDCL awards will be…

Columbia Design League Now Accepting Entries for Runaway Runway 2015

February 27, 2015

Selections included in the recycled fashion extravaganza on April 11, 2015.  . COLUMBIA, SC –  The Columbia Design League is now accepting entries for the annual Runaway Runway design contest…

NAI Avant Arranges Sale Off Barr Road In Lexington, SC

February 27, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – NAI Avant senior broker Nick Stomski, SIOR, recently represented Harmon Investment Properties in the sale of ±61.41 acres off Barr Road in Lexington, SC. Lexington Investment Group, LLC,…

Complete Public relations supports Habitat CEO Build 2015

February 27, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC – Complete Public Relations again will be taking part in the 2015 Habitat for Humanity CEO Build. This is the third year in a row the firm will…

First Reliance Announces Unaudited Year End Operating Results

February 27, 2015

FLORENCE, SC – First Reliance Bancshares, Inc (OTC: FSRL) today announced unaudited results for the year ended December 31, 2014.  The Company earned net income of $4,407,611, or$0.68 per diluted share,…

New Executive Chef at Bourbon in Columbia, S.C.

February 27, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Kristian Niemi owner of Bourbon Columbia a Cajun Creole Bourbon Restaurant is happy to announce that Frank Bradley is the new Executive Chef at Bourbon on Main…

EDTS Earns Two Microsoft Gold Competencies

February 27, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC –  EDTS, a regional IT solutions business specializing in managed IT services, network security, and advanced infrastructure, has earned two Microsoft Gold competencies, distinguishing itself within the top…

EDTS Earns Two Microsoft Gold Competencies

February 27, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC –  EDTS, a regional IT solutions business specializing in managed IT services, network security, and advanced infrastructure, has earned two Microsoft Gold competencies, distinguishing itself within the top…

EDTS Earns Two Microsoft Gold Competencies

February 27, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC –  EDTS, a regional IT solutions business specializing in managed IT services, network security, and advanced infrastructure, has earned two Microsoft Gold competencies, distinguishing itself within the top…

Fine Arts Center of Kershaw County Celebrates Youth Arts Month

February 27, 2015

It’s Youth Arts Month! The Wizard of Oz and the Youth Arts Exhibition at the FAC CAMDEN, SC — March is Youth Arts Month and the Fine Arts Center of…

MacArthur Genius Award-Winning Choreographer Kyle Abraham Brings Pavement from NYC to Harbison Theatre

February 27, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Fresh from a MacArthur Genius Award win, NYC-based choreographer Kyle Abraham and his company Abraham.In.Motion bring Pavement, a critically-acclaimed urban-contemporary dance performance, to the stage of Harbison…

So we beat on…

February 26, 2015

  By Temple Ligon   This Saturday night at the Koger Center is the opera La Boheme, possibly the world’s favorite of all time. Set in Paris in early 1830…

Fine Arts Center of Kershaw County Celebrates Youth Arts Month

February 26, 2015

It’s Youth Arts Month! The Wizard of Oz and the Youth Arts Exhibition at the FAC CAMDEN, SC — March is Youth Arts Month and the Fine Arts Center of…

Midlands Heart Ball Raises $160,000 for the American Heart Association

February 26, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – The 25th Anniversary Midlands Heart Ball, held Saturday, February 14 at the South Carolina State Museum, raised $160,000 to fund cardiovascular and stroke programs, research and education…

Bridge Replacement Over Nichols Creek in Richland County

February 26, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – ​The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) plans to replace the bridge on Firetower Road (S-40-1058) near Irmo in Richland County. SCDOT Maintenance Forces rated the bridge as…

Lower Richland High School Earns AdvancED STEM Certification

February 26, 2015

LRHS first school to earn esteemed accreditation in Richland One COLUMBIA, SC – Lower Richland High School has earned the coveted AdvancED Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) Certification for…

First Annual OPE Summit Celebrates Success and Recognizes 16 Palmetto Military Employers

February 26, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Governor Nikki Haley joined representatives from the South Carolina National Guard, the South Carolina Department of Employment and Workforce (DEW) and other Veteran and employment service providers…

Stephen Carmon joins Colliers International as Real Estate Management Services Intern

February 26, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Colliers International announced that Stephen Carmon has joined the firm as Real Estate Management Intern. Carmon will be responsible for assisting the Real Estate Management Services team…

Lower Richland High School Earns AdvancED STEM Certification

February 26, 2015

LRHS first school to earn esteemed accreditation in Richland One COLUMBIA, SC – Lower Richland High School has earned the coveted AdvancED Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) Certification for…

Blowfish Announce “Lake Murray Blowfish” Jersey Night

February 25, 2015

First of Five Themed Jersey Nights Planned For 2015 Season Lexington County, SC – The Blowfish and Lake Murray Country Tourism have announced that the Blowfish players will be sporting…

NBSC Circle of Excellence Awards Announced

February 25, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – NBSC, a division of Synovus Bank, proudly announces South Carolina recipients of the Synovus Circle of Excellence Sales Awards. This award honors team members for their overall…

Charleston Metro Chamber Hosts Update on State of Public Schools

February 25, 2015

CHARLESTON, SC – The Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce hosted a crowd of more than 250 of our region’s principals and business leaders this morning, February 25, during State of…

Wilson Testifies Before Budget Committee Requesting Resources for Fort Jackson

February 25, 2015

WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Joe Wilson (SC-02) testified before the House Budget Committee, led by Chairman Tom Price, requesting resources for the Army’s training base at Fort Jackson in Columbia…

Ambrosia offers authentic Greek cuisine

February 25, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – When Carol Rogers Papaletsos returned to her hometown of Columbia, S.C., after 20 years in Greece and nearly three years studying at Columbia University in New York,…

Colonial Life, employees gave generously in 2014

February 25, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Colonial Life and its employees were generous in giving of time, talents and resources to their communities in 2014. The company contributed nearly $1.5 million to South…

Caldwell Commercial Lease Agreement

February 25, 2015

NORTH CHARLESTON, SC – Shep Benjamin of Caldwell Commercial represented the Tenant, Star Cleaning USA, Inc. in the lease of 2,000 SF warehouse/flex space at 3260 Industry Drive in North…

Benefitfocus Announces Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2014 Financial Results and Strategic Investment Transaction

February 25, 2015

Total revenue of $40.2 million, up 33% year-over-year; Employer revenue up 47% year-over-yearGAAP Gross margin of 41%, expands 900 basis points sequentially Closes on $74.7 million strategic equity investment with Mercer…

DHEC Board to Conduct Search for New Agency Director

February 25, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – The S.C. Board of Health and Environmental Control announced today that it will conduct a national search for a new director of the Department of Health and Environmental…

Gather in Our Carolina Kitchen

February 25, 2015

 COLUMBIA, SC – Beginning Thursday, March 19th Charleston Cooks! Columbia introduces Carolina Kitchen, a regularly scheduled demonstration-style cooking class celebrating the classic Southern cuisine of the Midlands region. Guided by…

District Five assistant principal named a finalist for national award

February 25, 2015

IRMO, SC – Dutch Fork High School Assistant Principal for Instruction Sarah Longshore has been named a finalist for a National Assistant Principal of the Year award. Pictured: Dutch Fork…

Teri Maugeri Joins Allen Tate Company

February 25, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC – Allen Tate Realtors®, the Carolinas’ leading real estate company, announced that Teri Maugeri has joined the Greenville-Midtown office. Teri’s career in Real Estate spans nearly 25 years…

Iris Wainright Joins Allen Tate Company

February 25, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC – Allen Tate Realtors, the Carolinas’ leading real estate company, announced that Iris Wainright has joined the company’s Woodruff Road office. Iris began her real estate career more…