Sexual Trauma Services of the Midlands Announces Promotion and New Hires

February 23, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC — Sexual Trauma Services of the Midlands is proud to announce a promotion and the hiring of three new staff members. Mary Dell Hayes has been promoted to…

Greater Lexington Chamber Honors Top Community Businesses, Professionals

February 23, 2015

LEXINGTON, SC – The Greater Lexington Chamber and Visitors Center honored four of its accomplished members and one of its professional staff members at its Chamber Awards Night Thursday evening…

One Million Cups Columbia Hosts The Columbia Brew Bus and Vino Garage

February 23, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC –  1 Million Cups (1MC), a program to engage, educate and connect entrepreneurs is excited to host Cam Powell of the Columbia Brew Bus and Doug Aylard of The…

Riggs Partners’ Kevin Smith Selected for Riley Institute at Furman Diversity Leaders Initiative’s 8th Class

February 23, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Kevin Smith of Riggs Partners is one of 38 leaders from across the Midlands and surrounding areas selected to participate in the 8th Midlands class of the…

S.C. Arts Commission Announces 2015 Elizabeth O’Neill Verner Awards Recipients

February 23, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – The South Carolina Arts Commission announces the 2015 Elizabeth O’Neill Verner Governor’s Awards for the Arts, the highest honor the state presents in the arts. Established in…

SCHB Self Insurers Fund Honored with Prestigious Safety Award

February 23, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – SCHB Self Insurers Fund was recently honored by the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) for their efforts to advance safety in the home building industry. Through…

The Rotary Club of Lake Murray-Irmo Hosts a New Member Social

February 23, 2015

The Rotary Club of Lake Murray-Irmo is hosting a new member social on February 24th from 4:30-6;30 at Liberty of the Lake. If you have ever been curious to know…

City of Rock Hill Named First Cultural District in S.C.

February 22, 2015

ROCK HILL, SC – The S.C. Arts Commission has named Rock Hill’s downtown as the first state-recognized cultural district in South Carolina. A cultural district is an easily identifiable geographic area…

Allen Tate Realtors Announces Top Producers

February 22, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC – Kathy Weeks, Upstate Regional Vice President at Allen Tate Realtors, is proud to announce production results for January 2015. In the Greenville-Midtown Office, John Farr was Top…

SCE&G Customers Set New Record for Peak Demand

February 20, 2015

CAYCE, SC – This morning’s extreme cold temperatures prompted many SCE&G customers to turn up the heat, setting a new record for electricity demand. During the 8 a.m. hour today, SCE&G’s…

Cayce-West Columbia Rotary Shows Its Heart

February 20, 2015

CAYCE, SC – In an effort to address the issue of hungry families, The Cayce-West Columbia Rotary took on the “Rotary Has HEART” Challenge and collected non-perishable food items for the…

City of Rock Hill Named First Cultural District in S.C.

February 20, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – The S.C. Arts Commission has named Rock Hill’s downtown as the first state-recognized cultural district in South Carolina. A cultural district is an easily identifiable geographic area…

EDTS Named to CRN’s 2015 Managed Service Provider 500 List

February 20, 2015

GREENVILLE, 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…

6 District Five students advance in National Merit scholarship contest

February 20, 2015

IRMO, SC – Six students from Lexington-Richland School District Five have been named finalists in the 60th annual National Merit Scholarship Program. Finalists from District Five include: Lucas Barnes (Chapin…

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…

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),…

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…

YMCA of Columbia is Ready to Help Adults Prevent Diabetes

February 20, 2015

The YMCA of Columbia is now offering the YMCA’s Diabetes Prevention Program to help adults make lifestyle changes that will improve their overall health and reduce their chance of developing…

Penlon Medical Gas Solutions is becoming Pneumatech Medical Gas Solutions

February 20, 2015

Name Change reflects continued commitment as a worldwide provider of medical gas solutions. ROCK HILL, SC – Penlon Medical Gas Solutions (PMGS), part of the Atlas Copco Group, has announced it…

EMEDIX® Reimbursement Solutions Launches Channel Partner Program to Provide New Revenue Streams for Vendors in the Health Information Technology Market

February 20, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – EMEDIX Reimbursement Solutions, a leading provider of healthcare billing and claims management software solutions has announced the launch of a dynamic Channel Partner Program.  By opting for one or…

South Carolina REALTORS® to Tour State

February 20, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC –  South Carolina REALTORS® (SCR) will kick off a tour of the state to promote property rights, homeownership, and its member benefits to the trade association’s more than 15,000…

Lexington Medical Center Looks to Continue Negotiations with BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina

February 20, 2015

WEST COLUMBIA, SC – Lexington Medical Center was disappointed to learn that BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina sent its members and employers communication on Thursday stating that beginning March 1,…

SC Bar Young Lawyers Name Eight Award Recipients

February 20, 2015

Eight Stars of the Quarter Awards given CHARLESTON, SC – The SC Bar Young Lawyers Division (YLD) has named eight Stars of the Quarter Award recipients. The awards recognize YLD members…

Med-Enroll Establishing Company Headquarters and Processing Center in Florence County

February 20, 2015

$3.5 Million Investment Expected to Result in 153 New Jobs COLUMBIA, SC – A company that specializes in assisting businesses with the management of healthcare costs is establishing its company…

Kennaday Elected Chairman of Advisory Board of First Tee

February 20, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Turner Padget announced that Thomas M. Kennaday has been elected Chairman of the Advisory Board of the First Tee of Columbia. The First Tee of Columbia is…

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…

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),…

City of Rock Hill Named First Cultural District in S.C.

February 20, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – The S.C. Arts Commission has named Rock Hill’s downtown as the first state-recognized cultural district in South Carolina. A cultural district is an easily identifiable geographic area…

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…

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…

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,…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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.…

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…

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,…

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…

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…

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.…

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…