Science & Mathematics Governor’s School Receives Support From The Boeing Company

February 11, 2015

Partnership Will Establish a STEM Continuous Engagement Partnership with Orangeburg Consolidated School District Five   CHARLESTON, SC – The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics (GSSM) is pleased to…

South Carolina exporters post 5th consecutive record year: $29.7 billion in 2014

February 11, 2015

State ranked as the top exporter of tires and completed passenger motor vehicles  COLUMBIA, SC – For the fifth consecutive year, the state of South Carolina has set a record for total…

Bolt, Franklin Named To Sales Team At EDTS

February 11, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC –  Surging demand for IT management and security solutions has led EDTS, a regional IT services company specializing in managed IT services, network security, and advanced infrastructure for…

Mauldin Rotary honors three with Service Above Self Award

February 11, 2015

MAULDIN, SC – The Rotary Club of Mauldin celebrated 35 years of service by honoring three community leaders who embody the organization’s purpose of service above self. The honorees include…

Ogletree Deakins’ Gray Geddie Named a BTI Client Service All-Star

February 11, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC – Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C. (Ogletree Deakins), one of the largest labor and employment law firms representing management, is pleased to announce that Gray Geddie,…

Boyd and Wyatt Sports team up for football clinic

February 11, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC – Former Clemson star quarterback Tajh Boyd will be holding his first youth clinic in the Midlands region later this month. The Tajh Boyd Football Fundamentals Youth Clinic…

Greenville Technical College to Host FAFSA Fridays for Financial Aid Awareness Month

February 11, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC – February is Financial Aid Awareness Month and the Financial Aid Office at Greenville Technical College (GTC) will host free FAFSA workshops called FAFSA Fridays. Financial aid officers…

Annual Gospel Fest and Heritage Tea Planned at the Fine Arts Center of Kershaw County

February 11, 2015

CAMDEN, SC – The Multi-Cultural Committee of the Fine Arts Center of Kershaw County (FAC) proudly announces plans for the annual Gospel Fest and Heritage Tea, as part of a celebration…

Amy Clayton Strengthens Womble Carlyle’s South Carolina Real Estate Team

February 11, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC – Womble Carlyle announced the addition of attorney Amy H. Clayton to the firm’s Real Estate practice group as a partner in Womble Carlyle’s Greenville office (following a transitional…

Boyd and Wyatt Sports team up for football clinic

February 11, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC – Former Clemson star quarterback Tajh Boyd will be holding his first youth clinic in the Midlands region later this month. The Tajh Boyd Football Fundamentals Youth Clinic…

New Leadership at Legal Marketing Association in Columbia

February 11, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – The Legal Marketing Association’s (LMA) Southeastern Chapter has announced a new leadership team for its Columbia City Group in 2015.   The Chair of the Columbia City…

Ogletree Deakins’ Ted Speth Named a BTI Client Service All-Star

February 11, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C. (Ogletree Deakins), one of the largest labor and employment law firms representing management, is pleased to announce that Ted Speth has…

Southland CEO Visits China, Reaches Agreement For More Log Home Exports

February 11, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – The CEO of Southland Log Homes traveled to the People’s Republic of China in January to visit a completed Southland log home in Hunan Province. Ken Sekley,…

Lake Carolina Gives $17,000 to Charity

February 11, 2015

Lake Carolina 2014 Events Raise $17,000 for Children’s Charities of the Midlands COLUMBIA, SC –  Lake Carolina’s annual Polar Bear Plunge, Oyster Roast and Wine & Food Festival events raised money for…

Watson Tate Savory Welcomes Three New Staff Members

February 11, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Watson Tate Savory (WTS) is pleased to welcome Kaitlyn Childes, Ronna Emerling and Natalyn Giverson to the firm’s staff. “WTS is excited to bring Kaitlyn’s, Ronna’s and…

Terminix Service, Inc. Announces Corporate and Branch Manager Promotions

February 11, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Teminix Service, Inc. (TSI) is proud to announce the promotion of David Knick to Corporate Training and Technical Supervisor. Knick will bring his 23 years of experience…

Bolt, Franklin Named To Sales Team At EDTS

February 11, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – February 18, 2015 – Surging demand for IT management and security solutions has led EDTS, a regional IT services company specializing in managed IT services, network security,…

Annual Gospel Fest and Heritage Tea Planned at the Fine Arts Center of Kershaw County

February 11, 2015

CAMDEN, SC – The Multi-Cultural Committee of the Fine Arts Center of Kershaw County (FAC) proudly announces plans for the annual Gospel Fest and Heritage Tea, as part of a celebration…

Bolt, Franklin Named To Sales Team At EDTS

February 11, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – February 18, 2015 – Surging demand for IT management and security solutions has led EDTS, a regional IT services company specializing in managed IT services, network security,…

Boyd and Wyatt Sports team up for football clinic

February 11, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC – Former Clemson star quarterback Tajh Boyd will be holding his first youth clinic in the Midlands region later this month. The Tajh Boyd Football Fundamentals Youth Clinic…

New Leadership at Legal Marketing Association in Columbia

February 11, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – The Legal Marketing Association’s (LMA) Southeastern Chapter has announced a new leadership team for its Columbia City Group in 2015.   The Chair of the Columbia City…

Ogletree Deakins’ Ted Speth Named a BTI Client Service All-Star

February 11, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C. (Ogletree Deakins), one of the largest labor and employment law firms representing management, is pleased to announce that Ted Speth has…

Southland CEO Visits China, Reaches Agreement For More Log Home Exports

February 11, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – The CEO of Southland Log Homes traveled to the People’s Republic of China in January to visit a completed Southland log home in Hunan Province. Ken Sekley,…

Legal Marketing Veteran Announces LinkedIn Marketing Seminars for Attorneys

February 10, 2015

CLINTON, SC – Stewart Marketing & Consulting has announced its initial schedule of social media seminars focused on “Using LinkedIn as a Professional and Organizational Tool.”  Led by industry marketing veteran…

South Carolina Agriculture and Forestry Industries Have $41.7 Billion Economic Impact

February 10, 2015

Governor Haley/Commissioner Weathers cite 23% growth since 2006; Industries account for more than 212,000 jobs COLUMBIA, SC – South Carolina agriculture and forestry have grown 23 percent since 2006 to have an…

Allendale County Schools Awarded EPA Rebates to Replace Aging School Buses

February 10, 2015

ATLANTA, SC – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced Allendale County Schools via the South Carolina Department of Education has been awarded a portion of more than $3 million…

McNair Welcomes Back Brad Wright

February 10, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC –McNair Law Firm announced the addition of special counsel Bradley S. Wright to the firm’s Columbia office. Brad will focus his practice on regulatory, governmental and transactional matters.…

Blackbaud, Inc. Announces 2014 Fourth Quarter and Full Year Results

February 10, 2015

CHARLESTON, SC – Blackbaud, Inc. (Nasdaq:BLKB), a leading global provider of software and services for the nonprofit, charitable giving and education communities, today announced financial results for its fourth quarter…

At $41.7 billion, agribusiness remains SC’s No. 1 industry

February 10, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC — The largest industry in South Carolina has cast aside the withering effects of the Great Recession and continued to flourish at an impressive rate, according to a…

YMCA of Columbia Launches 2015 Annual Campaign to Support Community Needs

February 10, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – The YMCA of Columbia has launched its annual campaign to ensure that everyone in the Midlands has access to vital community programs and resources that support youth development,…

Koyo Corporation in Blythewood Raises over $20,000 for United Way to Improve the Quality of Life in the Midlands

February 10, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Koyo Corporation has raised $20,683 for United Way of the Midlands to support their work in education, financial stability and health. “Koyo is committed to being a great…

One Columbia and University of South Carolina Calls for Artists

February 10, 2015

Proposals Accepted through March 13, 2015   COLUMBIA SC – One Columbia for Arts and History, the University of South Carolina and the City of Columbia are proud to announce…

Habitat for Humanity receives South Carolina Nonprofit Excellence Award

February 10, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC – Habitat for Humanity of Greenville County received the 2015 Nonprofit Excellence Award, given annually by the SC Association of Nonprofit Organizations (SCANPO). The Nonprofit Excellence Award recognizes…

Rotary Club of Greenville honors three law enforcement officials

February 10, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC – The Rotary Club of Greenville honored three law enforcement officers for exceptional service today. The Rotary Club of Greenville held its annual Law Enforcement Appreciation Day at…

PB Inspector App Provides Convenience for on Location Inspections

February 10, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC – PropertyBoss Solutions, a provider of comprehensive property management software solutions, announces the release of their PB Inspector mobile application designed for on-site inspections. The capability-rich, easy to…

Sowell Gray member Betsy Gray honored with TWIN award

February 10, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Betsy Gray was awarded the Palmetto Center for Women’s (PCW) Tribute to Women and Industry (TWIN) award at a luncheon held Thursday, February 5th. The TWIN awards…

Boardman and Gibson form New Company

February 10, 2015

AUGUSTA, GA – Clay Boardman and John Gibson announced that they have formed The Vireo Group to provide commercial retail leasing, management and development services. Prior to forming the Vireo…

Sowell Gray member Betsy Gray honored with TWIN award

February 10, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Betsy Gray was awarded the Palmetto Center for Women’s (PCW) Tribute to Women and Industry (TWIN) award at a luncheon held Thursday, February 5th. The TWIN awards…

GSSM Robotics Team Wins South Carolina FTC FIRST Tech Challenge State Competition

February 9, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC, February 6, 2015 – The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics’ (GSSM) robotics team 772, Caveman with Rock, has been selected to represent South Carolina in the…

Richland and Lexington County Road Construction Information for Week Beginning

February 9, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Expect delays and nighttime lane closures for exit ramp work on Interstate 20 at SC 215 Monticello Road (MM 68) in both directions. Completion is anticipated June 30,…

White Knoll Elementary school nurse receives statewide honor

February 9, 2015

LEXINGTON, SC – White Knoll Elementary School Nurse and 2014 Lexington One School Nurse of the Year Amy Wood was named the 2015 South Carolina School Nurse (RN) of the…

Mayor Benjamin welcomes new Mayor’s Fellows to City Hall

February 9, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin has ten new students as fellows this semester in his Mayor’s Fellows program. The fellowship, which provides both undergraduate and masters-level students the opportunity…

Five Points Association to Host Month Long Blood Drive

February 9, 2015

COLUMBIA, S.C. (February 9, 2015) – In honor of the Five Points’ Centennial, the Five Points Association has teamed up with the American Red Cross to host a month long blood…

South Carolina Department of Revenue Reviewing Suspected Returns to Prevent Fraudulent Refunds

February 9, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – The South Carolina Department of Revenue (SCDOR) is reviewing a significant number of 2014 income tax returns flagged as being potentially fraudulent. The review is directly related…

Partner Breon C. M. Walker Elected to the Board of Directors for the 701 Center for Contemporary Arts

February 9, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Gallivan, White & Boyd, P.A. is pleased to announce Breon C. M. Walker has been elected to the Board of Directors for the 701 Center for Contemporary…

Law Enforcement Leaders Throw Support Behind Felix for Sheriff

February 9, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Ed Felix picked up endorsements from key law enforcement advocates in the race for Lexington County Sheriff. Doug Wright, Director of the National Criminal Enforcement Association (NCEA)…

Councilwoman Corley Graduates from Elected Officials Institute of Government

February 9, 2015

CAYCE, SC – The City of Cayce announced the graduation of Councilwoman Eva Corley from the Municipal Association of South Carolina’s (MASC) Elected Officials Institute of Government. The Institute is designed to give elected officials an overview…

Columbia Tennis Center to Offer After-school Tennis Program

February 9, 2015

The Columbia Tennis Center will host an after-school tennis program for children ages 7-14 beginning Tuesday, February 10 from 4-6 p.m. Participants will learn basic tennis skills in this 5-week…

Collins & Lacy Welcomes Meghan Hazelwood Hall

February 9, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Collins & Lacy, P.C. announced Meghan Hazelwood Hall has joined the firm’s Columbia office. Hall is an associate practicing in retail and hospitality law. Hall’s experience includes serving as a prosecutor for…

Graham on Ukraine

February 9, 2015

WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) made this statement on President Obama’s reluctance to provide defensive weapons to Ukraine. “President Obama’s continual weakness in the face of…