MLK Dream Weekend Celebrates 10 Years Stronger

January 12, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC – MLK Dream Weekend will be celebrating their 10th anniversary and final year during the event, January 15 – 19, 2015. 10 years of strengthening communities, 10 years…

Lee & Associates Represents Seller in $850,000 Sale of an Industrial Building in St. George

January 12, 2015

CHARLESTON, SC – Lee & Associates Charleston’s Thomas G. Buist, SIOR represented the Seller, ITT Aerospace Controls, LLC in the $850,000 Sale of a 41,816 SF industrial building located at 5154…

Dixon Hughes Goodman Donates Over 400,000 Lbs. of Food

January 12, 2015

CHARLESTON, SC – In the last 12 months, Dixon Hughes Goodman (DHG) donated 431,475 lbs. of food to organizations that feed the hungry. With their Count the Cans Food Drive,…

Official Portrait of Gov. Nikki Haley Unveiled

January 12, 2015

Painting Will Be Displayed at Governor’s Mansion Complex COLUMBIA, SC – Governor Nikki Haley’s official portrait was unveiled today at the Governor’s Mansion Complex. An oil-on-linen portrait by John Seibels…

Tecklenburg says he’s ready for 2015 campaign

January 12, 2015

Quarterly report shows $133,696.24 in contributions CHARLESTON, SC – Charleston businessman and mayoral candidate John Tecklenburg continues a strong fundraising effort with a quarterly campaign disclosure report showing year to…

Fig® Columbia Announces 2015 Social Mission Partner

January 12, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Fig® Columbia, a guide to shopping, dining, arts, and entertainment in Columbia, South Carolina, is thrilled to announce The Nurturing Center as their 2015 social mission partner.…

LCEDC Staff Completes Economic Development Certification Courses

January 12, 2015

LANCASTER, SC – Lancaster County Economic Development Director of Business Retention and Expansion Elaine McKinney and Joanna Bess, LCEDC Director of Public Relations and Marketing, have completed classes that will…

Unirealm Information Systems announces a revolutionary new computer system login that does not use passwords

January 12, 2015

TAYLORS, SC – Unirealm Information Systems, a U.S. based internet cloud hosting and information system provider, today announced the licensing of their patent pending #US_14/503,375 invention “Use Answer Question User…

Irmo High School holds ribbon-cutting, gala for new Center for the Arts

January 12, 2015

IRMO, SC – Irmo High School held a ribbon-cutting ceremony and performance on Jan. 9, celebrating the official opening of its new Center for the Arts. The site that includes a 600-plus…

Spin Studio Opens in Chapin

January 12, 2015

New York Instructor Provides Personalized Fitness Instruction   CHAPIN, SC – With a new year comes the inevitable resolution to lose weight and stay in shape, and one New York…

Motor Supply Chef Fulmer Joins Noted Southeast Chefs at Gourmet and Grapes on Kiawah, February 6-8, 2015

January 12, 2015

CHARLESTON, SC – Joining notable chefs from Nashville, Louisville and Charleston, Executive Chef Wesley Fulmer of Motor Supply Co. Bistro will represent Columbia, S.C. when he returns to his alma…

DHEC Board Appoints Eleanor Kitzman as Director

January 12, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – The S.C. Board of Health and Environmental Control announced the appointment of Eleanor Kitzman as director of DHEC. The appointment is subject to approval by the Governor,…

Historic Columbia and UofSC class team up to live tweet Sherman’s March to Columbia

January 12, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Historic Columbia and students at the University of South Carolina have teamed up to “live tweet” Sherman’s march to Columbia as part of the citywide commemoration of…

11 S.C. schools are finalists for Palmetto’s Finest Awards

January 12, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Eleven South Carolina schools are finalists for the 2015 Palmetto’s Finest Schools Awards after extensive evaluations by fellow educators and previous Palmetto’s Finest winners. The application process…

Senator Scott Co-Sponsors “Hire More Heroes Act” to Support Veterans Transitioning Back into Civilian Workforce

January 12, 2015

Measure Also Provides Relief to Burdensome Obamacare Employer Mandate WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Senator Tim Scott (R-SC) announced his support and co-sponsorship of the “Hire More Heroes Act,” legislation aimed…

Colliers International’s Diane Salane appointed to Board of Directors of South Carolina Youth Advocate Program

January 12, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Diane Salane of Colliers International has been appointed to the Board of Directors for the South Carolina Youth Advocate Program (SCYAP). SCYAP provides Therapeutic Foster Care and…

Richland County Business Owners Reminded to Renew Business Licenses

January 12, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – As the new year unfolds, Richland County business owners are reminded to renew their business licenses and are encouraged to do so online in order to save…

5 Students Selected as Tell Them Advocacy Fellows

January 12, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – 5 young women have been selected as Advocacy Fellows for the Tell Them e-advocacy network. They will be working at the Tell Them office in downtown Columbia…

Gov. Nikki Haley Announces Executive Budget FY 2015-16

January 12, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Governor Nikki Haley today announced her FY 2015-2016 Executive Budget, a budget that stays within a spending cap and pays down debt while investing in education, the…

One Columbia and City of Columbia Name Ed Madden as City Poet Laureate

January 12, 2015

COLUMBIA SC – As one of only a few southern cities to create the position, One Columbia for Arts and History and the City of Columbia are proud to announce…

Motor Supply Chef Fulmer Joins Noted Southeast Chefs at Gourmet and Grapes on Kiawah, February 6-8, 2015

January 12, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Joining notable chefs from Nashville, Louisville and Charleston, Executive Chef Wesley Fulmer of Motor Supply Co. Bistro will represent Columbia, S.C. when he returns to his alma…

Earth Fare Welcomes New President and CEO

January 12, 2015

Frank Scorpiniti will lead rapidly expanding retailer through pivotal year and beyond   ASHEVILLE, NC – Earth Fare, the natural and organic grocery store committed to making healthy food accessible to…

Columbia Metropolitan Airport Marks Three Consecutive Years of Growth

January 12, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – For the first time in a decade Columbia Metropolitan Airport has achieved three consecutive years of growth.  Final 2014 statistics show that the airport’s enplanements grew 2.16%…

Town of Chapin seeking qualified candidates for several boards and commissions

January 12, 2015

CHAPIN, SC – The Town of Chapin is accepting applications for several vacancies on the Town’s boards and commissions. The Town has openings for its Planning Commission, which oversees planning…

Richland County Conservation Commission Offers Grants for Historical, Environmental Projects

January 12, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – In order to help preserve Richland County’s historical structures and protect and enhance its green spaces, the County’s Conservation Commission is offering grants to fund local community…

Physicians Choice Laboratory Services Receives its Initial ISO 15189 Accreditation from A2LA

January 12, 2015

ROCK HILL, SC – Physicians Choice Laboratory Services (PCLS) is pleased to announce that they have been granted ISO 15189 accreditation by the American Association for Laboratory Accreditation (A2LA), after…

Local Resident Opens FirstLight HomeCare in Columbia

January 12, 2015

 New business to provide in-home care and support services for local community   COLUMBIA, SC-  FirstLight HomeCare, provider of quality, affordable, non-medical in-home care for adults, is now open in Columbia.…

5 Students Selected as Tell Them Advocacy Fellows

January 12, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – 5 young women have been selected as Advocacy Fellows for the Tell Them e-advocacy network. They will be working at the Tell Them office in downtown Columbia…

Motor Supply Chef Fulmer Joins Noted Southeast Chefs at Gourmet and Grapes on Kiawah, February 6-8, 2015

January 12, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Joining notable chefs from Nashville, Louisville and Charleston, Executive Chef Wesley Fulmer of Motor Supply Co. Bistro will represent Columbia, S.C. when he returns to his alma…

WellCare and Dawn Staley Announce Partnership

January 10, 2015

WellCare and Dawn Staley Partner to Bring Better Health and Hope to Low-Income Families and Children in South Carolina   COLUMBIA, SC – WellCare Health Plans, Inc. (NYSE: WCG) and Dawn…

January’s Vista Nights Offers and Shopping Deals

January 10, 2015

Shops and galleries in the Vista welcome shoppers and offer extended hours on the third Thursday of each month COLUMBIA, SC – The Congaree Vista Guild, a non-profit, membership-based organization…

Schaeffler Group North America Expanding South Carolina Operations

January 10, 2015

Manufacturer of Precision Products Investing $163.8 Million to Expand, Creating an Expected 440 New Jobs   UPSTATE, SC -A company that develops and manufactures precision products for machines, equipment and…

Richland County Assessor to Retire after Nearly Four Decades of Service

January 10, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – On June 30, 1978, Richland County Assessor John Cloyd started his first day on the job where 100,000 properties were waiting to be reassessed. He rolled up…

Gov. Nikki Haley Announces Next Department of Probation, Parole and Pardon Services

January 10, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Governor Nikki Haley today announced Jerry Adger as the next director of the South Carolina Department of Probation, Parole and Pardon Services. Adger has served in South…

701 CCA Artist in Residence, Shannon Rae Lindsey, winner of the 701 CCA Prize 2014

January 9, 2015

Residency: January 11 – February 21, 2015 701 CCA Exhibition: May 7 – June 21, 2015 Artist’s Reception: Thursday, May 7, 7-9 pm   COLUMBIA, SC – 701 Center for…

NAI Avant Represents Bauknight Pietras & Stormer in Purchase of 1517 Gervais Street

January 9, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – NAI Avant senior broker, Rob Lapin, recently represented Bauknight Pietras & Stormer, PA, in their purchase of 1517 Gervais Street in downtown Columbia, SC.  Bauknight Pietras &…

SCRA Announces True and Fair 2014 Audit Results

January 9, 2015

Financial Statements Receive Highest Marks for 31st Consecutive Year   COLUMBIA, SC – SCRA announced results from their Fiscal Year (FY) 2014 annual public audit. SCRA received an unmodified opinion for…

Wilson Supports Building Keystone XL Pipeline to Create Permanent Jobs

January 9, 2015

WEST COLUMBIA, SC – Congressman Joe Wilson (SC-02) released the following statement after the House passed H.R. 3, the Keystone XL Pipeline Act, to approve the Keystone XL Pipeline: “A majority…

Providence Hospital receives chest pain center accreditation with PCI

January 9, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Providence Hospital – Downtown received full accreditation with Percutaneous Intervention (PCI) from the Society of Cardiovascular Patient Care (SCPC) on Dec. 31, 2014. Accreditation expires on March…

Dixon Hughes Goodman Donates Over 400,000 Lbs. of Food

January 9, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – In the last 12 months, Dixon Hughes Goodman (DHG) donated 431,475 lbs. of food to organizations that feed the hungry. With their Count the Cans Food Drive,…

Dixon Hughes Goodman Donates Over 400,000 Lbs. of Food

January 9, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – In the last 12 months, Dixon Hughes Goodman (DHG) donated 431,475 lbs. of food to organizations that feed the hungry. With their Count the Cans Food Drive,…

Kobelco Construction Machinery Co., Ltd. Establishing Operations in Spartanburg County

January 9, 2015

Construction and Transportation Machinery Manufacturer Investing $41 Million to Create an Expected 131 New Jobs   SPARTANBURG, SC – Kobelco Construction Machinery Co., Ltd., a company that specializes in the manufacture,…

Dixon Hughes Goodman Donates Over 400,000 Lbs. of Food

January 9, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – In the last 12 months, Dixon Hughes Goodman (DHG) donated 431,475 lbs. of food to organizations that feed the hungry. With their Count the Cans Food Drive,…

Providence Hospital receives chest pain center accreditation with PCI

January 9, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Providence Hospital – Downtown received full accreditation with Percutaneous Intervention (PCI) from the Society of Cardiovascular Patient Care (SCPC) on Dec. 31, 2014. Accreditation expires on March…

Advertisement of Vacancies for the City of Columbia Boards & Commissions

January 8, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – The City of Columbia is seeking persons to serve on a variety of boards and commissions. Participation is another way city residents can take part in their government.…

SC Chamber to Focus on Workforce Pipeline as 2020 Goals Make Progress

January 8, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – According to the South Carolina Department of Employment and Workforce, critical needs jobs account for 54% of the workforce while only 28% of people have the necessary…

Colliers International brokers $3.8 million sale of 1001 Pinnacle Point Drive, Columbia

January 8, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Colliers International represented Rockford Capital Partners in the $3.8 million sale of 1001 Pinnacle Point Drive, a Class A suburban office building located in northeast Columbia, South Carolina.…

Local Musician Generates Buzz with New Album

January 8, 2015

Album Set to Release on January 17, 2015   COLUMBIA, SC – Columbia, South Carolina based singer-songwriter Dave Britt, formerly of The Rival Brothers, has set the release date of his…

DHEC Director Catherine Templeton Announces Resignation

January 8, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – At today’s meeting of the South Carolina Board of Health and Environmental Control, Director Catherine Templeton announced that she will resign effective January 12, 2015. “When Governor…

Red Cross Needs Disaster Response Volunteers in South Carolina

January 8, 2015

Volunteer Orientations Being Held Across the State   The Palmetto South Carolina Region of the American Red Cross is in need of volunteers and is inviting the community to attend…