TPM Earns Autodesk Consulting Specialization

May 16, 2012

Autodesk Partner Now Providing Consulting Services and Expertise for the AEC Industry GREENVILLE, SC – May 16, 2012 – TPM, a solutions provider for the AEC industry, today announced that it…

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Container Traffic at SC Ports Up 8% in April

May 16, 2012

CHARLESTON, SC – May 16, 2012 – Container volume in the Port ofCharleston rose nearly 8 percent last month over 2011 levels, in resultsannounced during the South Carolina Ports Authority’s…

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Fred Powell Joins Homeowners Mortgage as Senior Vice President

May 15, 2012

COLUMBIA, SC – May 15, 2012 – Fred Powell is the newest member of the Homeowners Mortgage Enterprises leadership team. Powell will serve as Senior Vice President of Retail Sales…

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Mangini begins 1,000 mile run for Parkinson’s awareness





May 9, 2012

CHARLESTON, SC – May 9, 2012 – James Mangini began his 1,000 miletrek to New York raising funds and awareness for Parkinson’sdisease. Prior to that, about 50 supporters, including North…

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Welch Promoted to Regional Manager at Homeowners Mortgage

May 8, 2012

COLUMBIA, SC – May 8, 2012 – Wonida Welch is new regional manager at Homeowners Mortgage Enterprises. She most recently served as branch manager and mortgage loan originator with the…

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Young & Free South Carolina Fundraises for Water Missions International

April 24, 2012

Change for Change Campaign to raise money for a water purification system in AfricaN.CHARLESTON, SC – April 24, 2012 – Young & Free South Carolina,powered by South Carolina Federal Credit…

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SC Business Week Now Accepting 
Applications and Sponsorships

April 10, 2012

2012 Business Week Presented by South Carolina Cable Television Association
 COLUMBIA, SC – April 10. 2012 – Student applications andsponsorships are being accepted for the prestigious South CarolinaBusiness Week, July…

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OnSite Power Services provides Emergency Generator Services to SC, NC and GA

April 6, 2012

COLUMBIA, SC – April 5, 2012 – The Midlands welcomes OnSite Power Services, LLC and its Owner, Mark T. Bullock as a leading provider of emergency generator services, sales, and…

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Founder of Circa PR Charleston to speak at CSW 2012

April 4, 2012

COLUMBIA, SC – April 4, 2012 – Katie Kern, founder of Circa PR, isscheduled to speak and host a workshop at Columbia Style Week 2012 inJune. Founded by Katie Kern,…

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SC Secretary of Commerce Bobby Hitt to Receive 2012 Global Vision Award

April 2, 2012

COLUMBIA, SC – April 2, 2012 – The Columbia World Affairs announcesthat Robert M. “Bobby” Hitt III, South Carolina Secretary of Commerce,will receive the 2012 Global Vision Award. Hitt will…

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Southern Region Still Has Work to Do on Adolescent Sexual Health

March 19, 2012

COLUMBIA, SC – March 19, 2012 – Two key advocacy and educationorganizations in South Carolina are joining 20 organizations across 10southern states to call for improved sexual health education in…

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HUD Awards$185,000 in Counseling Grants to Help Families Find and Keep Housing in SC

March 19, 2012

HUD funding critical to support six counseling agencies in South Carolina COLUMBIA,SC – March 19, 2012 – As part of its continuing effort to help familiesfind decent housing and to…

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Palmetto Poison Center Observes National Poison Prevention Week

March 19, 2012

COLUMBIA, SC – March 19, 2012 – Each year more than 2 million callsare received at Poison Centers nationwide.  The Palmetto Poison Centerreceived over 35,000 calls in 2011 from all…

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BlueCross Issues National Walk @ Lunch Day Challenge to S.C. Employers

March 12, 2012

COLUMBIA, SC – March 12, 2012 – BlueCross BlueShield of SouthCarolina is challenging other South Carolina companies to follow itslead and hold lunchtime walks for their employees on National Walk…

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Heather Ricard Promoted to Director of Risk Management Services for the Municipal Association of SC

March 8, 2012

COLUMBIA, SC – March 8, 2012 – Heather Ricard is the new director of Risk Management Services at the Municipal Association of South Carolina. Formerly CFO andassistant director for Risk…

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Brookgreen Garden's Ron Daise Elected Chairperson of Federal Commission

February 29, 2012

PAWLEY’S ISLAND, SC – February 29, 2012 – Ronald Daise, Brookgreen Garden’s Vice President for Creative Education, was named Chair-Elect of the Gullah/Geechee Cultural Heritage Corridor Commission, upon election during…

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Francis Marion University, the American Red Cross and the Konduros Fishermen’s Fund announce the Inaugural Rachel Hodges Leadership Institute

February 22, 2012

COLUMBIA, SC – February 22, 2012 – Francis Marion University, theAmerican Red Cross and the Konduros Fishermen’s Fund are partnering topresent the first annual Rachel Hodges Leadership Institute to be…

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Leadership South Carolina Announces Class of 2012

February 21, 2012

COLUMBIA, SC – February 21, 2012 – The 2012 Class of Leadership South Carolina has beenselected representing 48 different communities and organizations throughoutthe state and marking the 31st year of…

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TMA Carolinas Chapter Announces 2012 Officers

February 17, 2012

CHARLOTTE, NC – February 16, 2012 – The Carolinas Chapter of theTurnaround Management Association (TMA), a global industry group forcorporate restructuring professionals, has elected its 2012 officers anddirectors. The chapter…

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Charleston Deepening Project to Receive $2.5 Million to Continue Study

February 8, 2012

WASHINGTON, DC – February 8, 2012 – U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-SouthCarolina) said he was pleased the work plan today released by the U.S.Army Corp of Engineers set aside $2.5…

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Fundraising Returns to Pre-Recession Levels


January 20, 2012

Blackbaud debuts new specialty index focused on public, society benefit organizations CHARLESTON, SC – January 19, 2012 – Blackbaud, Inc. (Nasdaq: BLKB) announced that fundraising has returned to pre-recession levels. Through…

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Nominate Deserving Businesses and Business Leaders for the Greenville Chamber's Annual Awards!

December 14, 2011

GREENVILLE, SC – December 14, 2011 – The Greenville Chamber’s Annual Awards! Awards will be presented at the Annual Meeting on Thursday, February 16, 2012. ATHENA®  Leadership Award: Honors women who strive toward…

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SCRA Named 9th Fastest Growing Company by SC Chamber

December 5, 2011

Awards Announced at Chamber’s 32nd Annual Summit CHARLESTON, SC – December 5, 2011 – SCRA, a leading applied research andtechnology services company in South Carolina, today announced itsreceipt of the SC…

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Smartstate™ Program Invites Public to Hear Saul Singer, Bestselling Co-Author of Start-Up Nation: The Story of Israel’s Economic Miracle

November 29, 2011

CHARLESTON, SC – November 29, 2011 – South Carolina’s SmartState™Program is inviting the public to attend a special presentation by SaulSinger, best-selling co-author of Start-Up Nation: The Story of Israel’s…

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'First Light' Proudly Sponsored by WhirlyBird Solutions, LLC in Charleston to Bermuda Race

June 27, 2011

WhirlyBird Solutions, LLC proudly sponsored the 44’ Cherubini ketch, First Light, in the Charleston to Bermuda Race, May 21, 2011. Rob Turkewitz and his crew set sail to raise awareness…

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Vista Guild Welcomes New Board of Directors

January 18, 2010

COLUMBIA, SC – January 15, 2009 – The Congaree Vista Guild, a non-profit, membership-based organization comprising a wide variety of restaurateurs, shop, business and gallery owners, as well as homeowners, in…

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Liveshotmedia.com Goes Political in Vegas!

November 18, 2009

COLUMBIA, SC – November 18, 2009 – With all the hype over Sarah Palin Going Rogue former Columbia TV anchor Brian DeRoy is Going Political. Columbia-based Liveshotmedia.com is gearing up…

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The First of Seven Statewide Product Development Workshops is a Success in Columbia

September 23, 2009

COLUMBIA, SC – September 23, 2009 – The South Carolina Manufacturing Extension Partnership (SCMEP) in collaboration with New Carolina, SiMT, The South Carolina Chamber of Commerce, and other economic development…

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AGM Imports Announces New Distribution Facility in Jasper County

September 22, 2009

Investment expected to bring 15 new jobs to the area JASPER COUNTY, SC – September 22, 2009 – The South Carolina Department of Commerce and AGM Imports today announced that…

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AGM Imports Announces New Distribution Facility in Jasper County

September 22, 2009

Investment expected to bring 15 new jobs to the area JASPER COUNTY, SC – September 22, 2009 – The South Carolina Department of Commerce and AGM Imports today announced that…

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Coastal Carolina Makes Inroads into Equestrian Living

July 7, 2009

MYRTLE BEACH, SC – July 7, 2009 – Long recognized for its beautiful shoreline and a lifestyle of breezy beaches and easy living, coastal Carolina is gaining an impressive reputation…

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Cayce Calls on Amateur Photographers for Contest

March 17, 2009

CAYCE, SC – March 17, 2009 – The City of Cayce is announcing its second annual amateur photography contest for the 2009-2010 citizens’ calendar. Cayce is calling for photos featuring…

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A Conversation with Mike Crapps, President, First Community Bank

December 10, 2008

MidlandsBiz: Where were you born and raised? Mike Crapps: The house where I grew up is literally three miles from our main offices here in Lexington.  My Mom tells her…

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Paige Sharkey Awarded the Ron McNair Leadership Award at the Chamber’s 29th Annual Summit

November 17, 2008

ISLE OF PALMS, SC — November 17, 2008 – The South Carolina Chamber of Commerce honored Paige Sharkey, a senior at Pinewood Preparatory School in Summerville, as the winner of…

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AIGA SC to Help “Get out the Vote” This Tuesday

October 27, 2008

COLUMBIA, SC – October 27, 2008 – AIGA SC will be meeting this Tuesday, October 28th at 6 p.m. at Liberty Taproom for an informal Poster Rally. The club will meet…

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Core Advisors Expands with New Hire

September 17, 2008

CHAPIN, SC – September 17, 2008 – Core Advisors, a financial planning and wealth management firm dedicated to working with small business professionals, announces that Kelley Klein has joined the team…

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AAF of The Midlands Announces Annual Kick Off Party

August 12, 2008

COLUMBIA, SC – August 12, 2008 – The American Advertising Federation (AAF) of The Midlands annual kick off party will be August 21 from 5:30 – 7:30 at The Inn…

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Dewhit, Inc. Selects PittStop for Marketing Services

July 24, 2008

GREENVILLE, SC – July 24, 2008 – Dewhit, Inc., a Facility Maintenance and Housekeeping Services Company, has selected PittStop Marketing to provide media and public relations services. “PittStop outlined a straight-forward…

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IRR – Residential Hires Associate Director of Business Development

March 24, 2008

COLUMBIA, SC – March 13, 2008 — Christina Drag has joined the Columbia office of IRR – Residential as Associate Director of Business Development. Drag is an associate member of…

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Don Tomlin, President of Tomlin & Company

February 5, 2008

MidlandsBiz: You are well known in town, but people don’t seem to know much about you.  Do you intentionally try to stay out of the spotlight? Don Tomlin: Luckily I…

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Midlands Education and Business Alliance Announces Leadership Changes

January 16, 2008

COLUMBIA, SC – January 15, 2008 –  The Midlands Education and Business Alliance (MEBA) Board of Directors announced staff leadership changes at its January board meeting.  Dr. Kaye K. Shaw,…

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AAF of The Midlands To Host Annual Oyster Roast and Silent Auction

December 2, 2007

COLUMBIA, SC – November 30, 2007 – AAF of The Midlands, formerly the Columbia Ad Club, will be hosting their annual Oyster Roast and Silent Auction. The event, featuring great…

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The AD Company Wins Nine InShow Awards

November 15, 2007

COLUMBIA, SC – November 14, 2007 – The AD Company recently received nine awards and earned statewide recognition at the 13th annual InShow Awards. The InShow Awards are sponsored by…

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South Carolina Businesses Honored with Palmetto Awards

November 14, 2007

COLUMBIA, SC – November 14, 2007 – Companies and organizations from across the state were recognized this week for their excellence in business communications at the annual Palmetto Awards sponsored…

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Doctors Care, a Division of UCI Medical Affiliates, Inc., Sponsors Record-Breaking Drive Against Prostate Cancer

November 14, 2007

COLUMBIA, SC November 14, 2007 – What does a thirty-nine foot Airstream Land Yacht have to do with reducing death from prostate cancer? For more than 800 midlands’ men last month,…

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CoEE Program Reports Progress on Growth of State’s Knowledge Economy

November 13, 2007

COLUMBIA, SC November 13, 2007 —The South Carolina Centers of Economic Excellence (CoEE) Program is helping the state improve its economy and become more competitive, according to a report being…

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Seminar to teach Warning Signs of Workplace Violence

November 5, 2007

COLUMBIA, SC – November 5, 2007 – “Workplace Violence Planning,” a lunchtime seminar specializing in succinct, easy-to-implement tips for preventing and handling workplace violence, will be held from 10 a.m.…

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The Centers of Economic Excellence Review Board Meeting to be held November 5, 2007

November 2, 2007

COLUMBIA, SC – November 2, 2007 – The Centers of Economic Excellence Review Board meeting will be held November 5, 2007 at 10 a.m. at the South Carolina Chamber of…

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Sandy Run Roasting Facility to Roast, Package, and Ship Starbucks Premium Coffee

November 1, 2007

COLUMBIA, SC – November 1, 2007 – The South Carolina Department of Commerce, the Central S.C. Alliance and Calhoun County will join Starbucks Coffee Company in a groundbreaking of its…

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First Lady Jenny Sanford to Visit Spring Valley High School

October 30, 2007

COLUMBIA, SC- October 30, 2007- First Lady Jenny Sanford will kick-off the Healthy SC School Video Contest at Spring Valley High School on Thursday, November 1 at 11:30 am at…

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