Dallas Reese Returns to The Dude

December 31, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC- Hometown Columbia Media is pleased to announce the return of Dallas Reese to 94.3 The Dude! Dallas left The Dude earlier this month to pursue a new job…

Richland County to Roll Out 48,000 New Roll Carts, Implement Changes to Bulk Item Pick Up

December 30, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – To start off the new year, Richland County is revving up its recycling efforts by delivering new roll carts to more than 48,000 residents – another huge…

ERA Wilder Realty Expands Ranks Eleven New Associates Join Firm Focused on Growth

December 30, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – ERA Wilder Realty recently announced the addition of Tom Woodall, Joan Wald, Melissa Duvall, Vanessa Mason, Lonnie Hoke, Patricia Ortiz, Cale Ferguson, Kari Dowdy, Hollie Dowdy, Tiffani Joseph and…

Cox Industries, Inc. expanding Orangeburg County operations

December 30, 2014

Treated wood products manufacturer investing $11.2 million in expansion   COLUMBIA, SC – Cox Industries, Inc., a leading manufacturer and distributor of treated outdoor wood products, is expanding its Orangeburg County operations.…

Kimaka Nichols-Graham named Ellen Hines Smith Legal Services Lawyer of the Year

December 30, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – The SC Supreme Court Access to Justice Commission and South Carolina Bar Foundation named South Carolina Legal Services’ Kimaka Nichols-Graham the 2014 Ellen Hines Smith Legal Services Lawyer of the Year. The award…

Franklin Jones, Amanda Payne of Coldwell Banker United, Realtors Named One of America’s Top 250 Real Estate Teams By Real Trends

December 30, 2014

Jones and Payne, of Columbia, SC, had an impressive 332.5 sides on their way to becoming one of the nation’s top professional teams COLUMBIA, SC – The Franklin Jones –…

Discover the New Year on South Carolina’s Main Street at Famously Hot New Year

December 29, 2014

#FHNY 2015 announces full schedule of events   COLUMBIA, SC – Famously Hot New Year, South Carolina’s largest free New Year’s Eve celebration, announces final plans for the street party…

Lexington Medical Center Irmo Shines in Patient Experience Awards

December 29, 2014

Irmo Surgery Receives Top National Accolades   WEST COLUMBIA, SC – Lexington Medical Center Irmo’s Ambulatory Surgery department has won the prestigious Guardian of Excellence and Beacon of Excellence awards for…

LCK provides Project Management Services for new AVANTech, Inc. headquarters

December 29, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – LCK recently completed a project management assignment to renovate 123,000 square feet for AVANTech, Inc., a comprehensive industrial water treatment solutions provider.  AVANTech creates integrated solutions which…

Colliers International’s Philip Vann appointed to Board of Directors of Youth Corps

December 29, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – Philip Vann of Colliers International has been appointed to the Board of Directors of Youth Corps. Youth Corps is a leadership training experience for 36 outstanding 9th…

The New Digital Girl Scout Cookie Program Begins January 9

December 29, 2014

SPARTANBURG, SC – Girl Scouts of South Carolina – Mountains to Midlands has announced that for the first time in its history, girls from local troops throughout its 22 counties will…

Lockhart Power Surpasses the $1 Million Mark in Economic Development Contributions to Union County

December 29, 2014

LOCKHART, SC – Lockhart Power Company announces a record-setting $145,000 contribution of utility license tax credit funds, bringing its total to more than one million dollars reinvested in Union County since…

County to get $50 M in investments

December 29, 2014

LANCASTER, SC – A trio of local company investments, including $21 million from health supplement company Nutramax Laboratories, were announced during Lancaster County Council’s final meeting of the year on Dec.…

Lexington Medical Center Offers Free Smoking Cessation Classes

December 29, 2014

First Session Begins Tuesday, January 6 in Lexington WEST COLUMBIA, SC – Are you trying to quit smoking in the New Year? Lexington Medical Center is pleased to offer a series of free…

New Year’s Day Brings Thousands of Customers to Lizard’s Thicket

December 29, 2014

FLORENCE, SC – Lizard’s Thicket, which has 15 restaurants in the Midlands and its newest location in Florence, S.C., makes plans for Jan. 1, 2015 when it will serve thousands of servings of collard…

Open Enrollment Passes Midpoint, SC BlueCross Says Bring Your Documentation

December 29, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – Halfway through Open Enrollment, BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina and BlueChoice® HealthPlan remind individuals and families to have each person’s social security number and an estimate of their…

District Five to hold Magnet Fair in January

December 29, 2014

IRMO, SC – Lexington-Richland School District Five will hold a Magnet Fair on Jan. 8 to give families in the district another opportunity to explore magnet programs at several of its schools.…

Wilson Mourns the Passing of Gov. James B. Edwards

December 29, 2014

WEST COLUMBIA, SC – Congressman Joe Wilson (SC-02) issued the following statement on the passing of Governor James B. Edwards: “I am grateful to have had a lifetime of working with…

Greater Irmo Chamber of Commerce Gala Awards Nominations

December 29, 2014

AWARD NOMINATIONS IRMO, SC – The 2015 Annual Gala is approaching! Each year we honor those who have contributed to the success of the greater Irmo area and the Chamber.…

Newmark Grubb Wilson Kibler | Myrtle Beach Names Interim Managing Director

December 29, 2014

MYRTLE BEACH, SC – Newmark Grubb Wilson Kibler, a leading real estate services firm, is pleased to announce J. Marcus Smith, Jr. ‘Marc’ has been named Interim Managing Director for…

ERA Wilder Realty Professionals Complete Advanced Training Program

December 29, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – Leading local sales associates Jessica Redmond, Novella Taylor, Elaine Runager, Jamie Fite, Tara Rogers, Andy Shelton, Bridget Shelton, Barbara Hudson, Jane Fenech, Sherman Jones, Elaine Katzenberger, Mark…

McDonnell and Associates, PA announces ranking in 2014 Inc. 5000 List

December 29, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – McDonnell and Associates is proud to announce its ranking in the 2014 Inc. 5000 magazine. The Inc. 5000 Corporation has recognized McDonnell and Associates as being among…

ERA Wilder Realty Professionals Complete Advanced Training Program

December 29, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – Leading local sales associates Jessica Redmond, Novella Taylor, Elaine Runager, Jamie Fite, Tara Rogers, Andy Shelton, Bridget Shelton, Barbara Hudson, Jane Fenech, Sherman Jones, Elaine Katzenberger, Mark…

Statement from Gov. Nikki Haley on the Passing of Gov. James B. Edwards

December 26, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – Governor Nikki Haley today issued the following statement in response to the news that former Governor James B. Edwards has passed away: “As someone who appreciated the opportunities and…

Dollar General Helps CHA Families For The Holidays

December 22, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – The Dollar General Foundation will be giving away over 1000 toys to children in the Latimer Manor and Gonzales Gardens on Tuesday, December 23rd, 2014.  The event…

South Carolina REALTORS® applaud final passage of legislation extending key real estate tax provisions

December 22, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – On December 16, 2014, the Senate passed H.R. 5771, the Tax Increase Prevention Act of 2014, by a vote of 76-16. South Carolina REALTORS® (SCR) applaud Congressional…

Mentors Selected for Liberty Fellowship’s 11th Class

December 22, 2014

21 Exceptional Leaders Interested in Paying it Forward   Drawing from their own business success and life experiences, the 21 Mentors announced today for Liberty Fellowship’s 11th class play a…

Leaphart Elementary receives national recognition

December 22, 2014

IRMO, SC – A Lexington-Richland District Five school is one of nearly 100 schools nationwide being recognized for exceptional student achievement in 2014. Leaphart Elementary School has been named a…

BlueCross Employees and Foundation Present $17 Million to Support SC Nonprofits in 2014

December 22, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – In a long tradition of statewide community service, BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina employees and its foundation gave a total of $17.4 million to nonprofits and other institutions…

Eddie Yandle Named Residential Builder Member of the Year by the Home Builders Association of Greater Columbia

December 22, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – Each year the Home Builders Association of Greater Columbia (HBAGC) holds its annual Holiday Ball in Columbia. It’s an evening of fun and celebration, and recognition of…

Carl Cox Joins Central SC Habitat for Humanity

December 22, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – Central South Carolina Habitat for Humanity announces that Carl Cox joins the organization as Development Director. Central SC Habitat for Humanity is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization dedicated…

Richland One Hall of Fame Induction Gala set for January 31

December 22, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – The 11th annual Richland One Hall of Fame Induction Gala will be held Saturday, January 31, 2015 at the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center, 1101 Lincoln Street. Richland…

12 more District Five teachers earn National Board Certification

December 22, 2014

IRMO, SC – An additional 12 Lexington-Richland School District Five teachers have earned the prestigious National Board Certification this year, and 28 teachers in District Five renewed their national certifications…

Parker Poe Assists German Automotive Supplier, Anton Häring KG

December 22, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – Parker Poe’s Business Incentives & Investment Group recently assisted German-based automotive supplier Anton Häring KG with a multi-state site-selection project in the southeastern United States. After considering…

Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina awards $172,000 to 10 Community Enrichment grantees

December 22, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – The Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina has recently awarded ten Community Enrichment grants totaling $172,000, bringing the Foundation total to $332,000 for the year. The…

Toomey to Remain Director of S.C. Department of Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse Services

December 22, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – Governor Nikki Haley today announced that Bob Toomey will continue serving in his role as the Director of the South Carolina Department of Department of Alcohol and Other…

Colliers International brokers three properties, totaling $12.9 million

December 22, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – Colliers International’s Chuck Salley, SIOR, Dave Mathews, SIOR and Sam Myers completed the sale of three industrial properties totaling nearly 840,000 square feet for $12.875 million. Reger…

Grinding of the Greens Christmas Tree Recycling

December 22, 2014

December 26, 2014 – January 8, 2015   Who:            Keep the Midlands Beautiful What:          Grinding of the Greens Christmas tree recycling program. When:          Dec. 26, 2014 through Jan.8,…

Complete’s Moore named to SC PRSA board

December 22, 2014

GREENVILLE, S.C. –Complete Public Relations Associate Sarah Moore has been named to the board of the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA)’s South Carolina chapter. Moore will serve in a…

Gov. Nikki Haley Announces First Department of Administration Director

December 22, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – Governor Nikki Haley announced Marcia Adams, who currently serves as the Executive Director of the Budget and Control Board, as the first Director of the South Carolina Department…

South Carolina’s Employment Situation: November 2014

December 22, 2014

Number of Employed South Carolinians Hits Record High Labor Force Expands for Fifth Consecutive Month   SOUTH CAROLINA – The number of South Carolinians working reached a record high of…

Richland County’s Past and Recent History Highlighted in Booklets, Video

December 22, 2014

Richland County is releasing two publications and a video to culminate celebrations of the County’s 215th anniversary. One booklet, “A Brief History of Richland County,” gives a quick overview of the…

Inclement Weather Center In Need of Volunteers

December 22, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – The Inclement Weather Center is in need of help during the winter season. Volunteers are needed to help greet clients, handout blankets and sheets, help with registration and…

Brooke McAbee joins Colliers International as Marketing Coordinator

December 22, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – Colliers International announced the addition of Brooke McAbee as a Marketing Coordinator. McAbee will be responsible for web-based and electronic marketing, as well as providing administrative and…

Kessler named interim CEO of Providence Hospitals

December 18, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – Providence Hospitals has announced Terrence P. Kessler as its new interim president and CEO as of Jan. 1, 2015. In this role, Kessler will provide direct oversight…

Record-Breaking Number of S. C. Counties Certified as Work Ready

December 18, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC — Lt. Gov. Yancey McGill and Lt. Gov.-Elect Henry McMaster announced today that nearly half of South Carolina’s counties are now certified as work ready, outpacing the nation…

Adams and Reese Makes $1,000 Holiday Donation to Epworth Children’s Home in Columbia

December 18, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – The law firm of Adams and Reese LLP donated $1,000 to Epworth Children’s Home through its 2014 charitable holiday card campaign of donating to organizations across the…

Engenius donated more than $50,000 in 2014

December 18, 2014

GREENVILLE, SC – Web marketing and design firm, Engenius, donated more than $50,000 in services to Upstate nonprofits in 2014. “As a firm, we have been very fortunate,” said Chris…

Scott and Company CPAs Promote Three Members of Tax Team

December 18, 2014

GREENVILLE, SC – David Knobeloch has been promoted to Manager, and Stephen Hetherington and Ryan LaBrooy have been promoted to Senior Accountants in the Tax and Advisory Services Group at…

SC Treasurer’s Office Names Deputy State Treasurer

December 18, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – Tonia Morris has joined the South Carolina Office of the State Treasurer as Deputy State Treasurer. Morris will oversee the Investment, Debt, and Treasury Management functions. Morris…