Rosenfeld Einstein Adds Carmon Hughes to Employee Benefits Team

July 7, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – July 2, 2014 – Employee benefits professional Carmon Hughes has joined the benefits administration team at Rosenfeld Einstein, a Marsh & McLennan Agency LLC Company, as a…

International Conference of Police Chaplains 41st Annual Traning Seminar

July 7, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – The Columbia Police Department, Florence Police Department, Lexington County Sheriff’s Office, Lexington Police Department, and the Richland County Sheriff’s Department are joining the International Conference of Police…

Low-Price Grocery Leader ALDI Opens First Lexington Store July 24

July 7, 2014

Grocer Introduces Shoppers to Big Savings and Better Quality LEXINGTON, SC – On Thursday, July 24, ALDI, the nation’s low-price grocery leader*, will offer shoppers a smarter alternative as it opens its…

Q2-2014 Columbia Office Market Report: Positive Absorption Continues and Investment Sales Increase

July 7, 2014

Positive Absorption Continues and Office Investment Sales Increase COLUMBIA, SC MARKET OVERVIEW The first half of 2014 ended on a positive note for the Columbia, South Carolina office market which…

Colliers International Named Exclusive Leasing and Property Management Agent for 440,000 Square Feet of Office Space in Columbia

July 7, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – Colliers International has been named the exclusive leasing and property management agent for the Congaree, Converse, Santee and Winthrop buildings located in Synergy Business Park and Stephenson Center…

Former Gas Station Sells in Columbia, SC

July 7, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – Cushman & Wakefield | Thalhimer announced the sale of a former Hess gas station located at 7351 Two Notch Road in Columbia, South Carolina. Southern Living LLC…

Former Gas Station Sells in Columbia, SC

July 7, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – Cushman & Wakefield | Thalhimer announced the sale of a former Hess gas station located at 7351 Two Notch Road in Columbia, South Carolina. Southern Living LLC…

SCE&G To Perform Tree Trimming Activities As Scheduled for 2014

July 7, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – SCE&G will perform tree trimming activities along overhead utility lines in the following neighborhoods for the next two weeks:   Belmont College Place Gabel Oaks Northwood Hills Organization…

NAI Avant Announces Addition Of Peyton Bryant To Columbia Brokerage Team

July 7, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – NAI Avant announced the addition of Peyton Bryant to its market leading Brokerage Group.  Bryant will be teamed with three of the firm’s top brokerage professionals: Cam Kreps, Dail Longaker and…

Quackenbush Architects + Planners Announces New Hire

July 7, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC –  Quackenbush Architects + Planners welcomes Robyn Fisher to the firm as Project Architect. “The entire team is energized and delighted to have Robyn join us,” says Doug…

USC grad from Laurens promoted to Major General in the Air Force Reserve

July 7, 2014

ROBINS AIR FORCE BASE, GA – Maj. Gen. William Buck Waldrop Jr., a graduate of the University of South Carolina, was promoted to the rank of major general June 30,…

USC grad from Laurens promoted to Major General in the Air Force Reserve

July 7, 2014

ROBINS AIR FORCE BASE, GA – Maj. Gen. William Buck Waldrop Jr., a graduate of the University of South Carolina, was promoted to the rank of major general June 30,…

Rosenfeld Einstein Adds Carmon Hughes to Employee Benefits Team

July 7, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – July 2, 2014 – Employee benefits professional Carmon Hughes has joined the benefits administration team at Rosenfeld Einstein, a Marsh & McLennan Agency LLC Company, as a…

111 Year Old, Second Nazareth Baptist Church Moves into a New Edifice

July 6, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – “We are Marching to Zion” will be the words of praise on the lips of the Pastor and members of the Second Nazareth Baptist Church. The 111…

Two Nelson Mullins Attorneys Elected To College of Labor and Employment Law

July 6, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC  – Sue Erwin “Corky” Harper, a partner in Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP’s Columbia office, is one of two firm attorneys recently elected as a Fellow in the…

Lee & Associates Charleston Leases 1,125 SF of Flex Space

July 6, 2014

CHARLESTON, SC – Lee & Associates Charleston’s Ryan Welch represented the Landlord, L’Wood Associates, Inc., in the leasing of 1,125 SF of flex space located at 4365 Dorchester Road in North…

Sharon Bramlett Selected to Chair SC Bar Section

July 6, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC –  McNair Law Firm announced that Sharon C. Bramlett has been named Chair of the Corporate, Banking & Securities Law Section of the South Carolina Bar.  The section’s goal…

Pete Harper, CCIM, & Drew Munnerlyn Represent Lease of 1,379 SF at Orange Grove Plaza

July 6, 2014

CHARLESTON, SC — Lee & Associates Charleston’s Pete Harper, CCIM, and Drew Munnerlyn represented the Landlord, Jeffrey & Beth Buncher, in the retail lease of 1,379 SF at Orange Grove Plaza in…

Former Gas Station Sells in Columbia, SC

July 6, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – Cushman & Wakefield | Thalhimer announced the sale of a former Hess gas station located at 7351 Two Notch Road in Columbia, South Carolina. Southern Living LLC…

Grants awarded to improve 24 South Carolina communities

July 6, 2014

Commerce awards $13.3 million in Community Development Block Grant funds COLUMBIA, SC – Communities across the state are slated to benefit from public improvement projects supported by nearly $13.3 million in…

Grants awarded to improve 24 South Carolina communities

July 6, 2014

Commerce awards $13.3 million in Community Development Block Grant funds COLUMBIA, SC – Communities across the state are slated to benefit from public improvement projects supported by nearly $13.3 million in…

Local Artists on Display at Columbia Metropolitan Airport

July 6, 2014

WEST COLUMBIA, SC – Continuing with our rotating arts program featuring local artists, we are pleased to announce the installation of two new art exhibits for July and August. Kirkland…

Irmo Chapin Recreation Commission Breaks Ground for New Park in Chapin

July 3, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – The Irmo Chapin Recreation Commission (ICRC) will break ground for a new park in Chapin on Thursday, July 17, 2014 at 9:30 a.m.  The new park, located off…

DHEC Releases Safe Fish Eating Advisory for SC Waters

July 3, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – Fishing in South Carolina is a summer hobby for many people, and the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control has updated the fish consumption advisory…

DHEC Releases Safe Fish Eating Advisory for SC Waters

July 3, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – Fishing in South Carolina is a summer hobby for many people, and the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control has updated the fish consumption advisory…

Small Businesses Become Certified in County’s New Local Business Initiative

July 3, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – A group of 22 small businesses were recognized Wednesday by Richland County as the first to become eligible to participate in projects and contracts with the County…

Clemson’s SCE&G Energy Innovation Center rated LEED Gold

July 2, 2014

Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification accredits buildings that meet rigorous standards for sustainability, water and energy efficiency, resource selection and indoor environmental quality. The SCE&G Energy Innovation Center at the Clemson…

Clemson’s SCE&G Energy Innovation Center rated LEED Gold

July 2, 2014

Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification accredits buildings that meet rigorous standards for sustainability, water and energy efficiency, resource selection and indoor environmental quality. The SCE&G Energy Innovation Center at the Clemson…

Mullikin named commander of State Guard

July 2, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – Brig. Gen. Thomas Stowe Mullikin – a global expedition leader, attorney, and former U.S. Army officer – has assumed command of the S.C. State Guard (SCSG). “This…

Mullikin named commander of State Guard

July 2, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – Brig. Gen. Thomas Stowe Mullikin – a global expedition leader, attorney, and former U.S. Army officer – has assumed command of the S.C. State Guard (SCSG). “This…

South Carolina Awards $17.6 Million To Grow Small Businesses With Funds From The U.S. Treasury’s State Small Business Credit Initiative

July 2, 2014

New report shows more than $835 million SSBCI funds are supporting small businesses nationwide    WASHINGTON, SC – The U.S. Treasury Department’s State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI) released a…

South Carolina Awards $17.6 Million To Grow Small Businesses With Funds From The U.S. Treasury’s State Small Business Credit Initiative

July 2, 2014

New report shows more than $835 million SSBCI funds are supporting small businesses nationwide    WASHINGTON, SC – The U.S. Treasury Department’s State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI) released a…

Clare Morris Agency Opens Pee Dee Office

July 2, 2014

FMU grad adds both local and professional expertise to CMA   COLUMBIA, SC – After being in business for eight years, Columbia-based marketing and public relations firm, Clare Morris Agency (CMA),…

SC Housing Hall of Fame to Induct Three New Members

July 2, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – The South Carolina Housing Hall of Fame trustees have announced that F. William “Bill” Hargrove, Sr., Hank Chardos and W.B. “Bill” Cox, Sr. will be inducted into…

SC Housing Hall of Fame to Induct Three New Members

July 2, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – The South Carolina Housing Hall of Fame trustees have announced that F. William “Bill” Hargrove, Sr., Hank Chardos and W.B. “Bill” Cox, Sr. will be inducted into…

July 4th Week & Weekend – Public Safety Checkpoints

July 2, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – Columbia Police Chief William “Skip” Holbrook announces that in an effort to keep drivers safe this holiday week and weekend, public safety checkpoints have been planned throughout Columbia.…

JHS Announcements

July 2, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – JHS Architecture: Integrated Design would like to announce the retirement of Sallie Klimaski, IIDA the Director of Interior Design after 13 years of service. She had a…

Ahead of Tropical Storm Arthur, FEMA Urges Residents to Take Steps to Prepare, Listen to Local Officials

July 2, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), through its National Watch Center in Washington and its regional office in Atlanta, and in coordination with the National Weather Service…

Ahead of Tropical Storm Arthur, FEMA Urges Residents to Take Steps to Prepare, Listen to Local Officials

July 2, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), through its National Watch Center in Washington and its regional office in Atlanta, and in coordination with the National Weather Service…

ERA Wilder Realty Welcomes New Agents

July 2, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC — ERA Wilder Realty recently added five new agents to the team, spanning areas of Lexington, Charleston and Northeast Columbia. In Lexington, ERA Wilder Realty warmly welcomes Dawn…

The American Red Cross Urges South Carolinians to Prepare for First Tropical Storm of Hurricane Season

July 2, 2014

CHARLESTON, SC — The Red Cross urges South Carolinians to take the time now to get prepared for the first tropical storm of hurricane season that could affect the Carolinas by Thursday. Everyone is…

The American Red Cross Urges South Carolinians to Prepare for First Tropical Storm of Hurricane Season

July 2, 2014

CHARLESTON, SC — The Red Cross urges South Carolinians to take the time now to get prepared for the first tropical storm of hurricane season that could affect the Carolinas by Thursday. Everyone is…

Senator Tim Scott Statement on 50th Anniversary of the Civil Rights Act

July 2, 2014

CHARLESTON, SC – In advance of tomorrow’s celebration of the 50th anniversary of the signing of the historic Civil Rights Act of 1964, U.S. Senator Tim Scott (R-SC) released the following statement: .…

Senator Tim Scott Statement on 50th Anniversary of the Civil Rights Act

July 2, 2014

CHARLESTON, SC – In advance of tomorrow’s celebration of the 50th anniversary of the signing of the historic Civil Rights Act of 1964, U.S. Senator Tim Scott (R-SC) released the following statement: .…

Rogers Brothers Farm to Establish New Peanut Facility in Darlington County

July 2, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – Rogers Brothers Farm, a crop producer based in Hartsville, S.C., will establish a new peanut facility in Darlington County. The $6 million investment is expected to generate 30 new…

Rogers Brothers Farm to Establish New Peanut Facility in Darlington County

July 2, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – Rogers Brothers Farm, a crop producer based in Hartsville, S.C., will establish a new peanut facility in Darlington County. The $6 million investment is expected to generate 30 new…

Best Places to Work in South Carolina Announced

July 2, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC  – The South Carolina Chamber of Commerce, the state’s unified voice of business, Best Companies Group and SCBIZ unveiled the 50 winning companies of the Best Places to Work in South Carolina.…

Best Places to Work in South Carolina Announced

July 2, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC  – The South Carolina Chamber of Commerce, the state’s unified voice of business, Best Companies Group and SCBIZ unveiled the 50 winning companies of the Best Places to Work in South Carolina.…

Red Cross Responds to Multi-Unit Apartment Fire in Columbia

July 2, 2014

Residents of six units receive Red Cross assistance COLUMBIA, SC – The American Red Cross of Central SC is on the scene and providing disaster relief assistance after early Wednesday morning multi-unit apartment…

Fruit Of The Loom To Double Size Of Berkeley County Distribution Center

July 2, 2014

Expansion Expected To Create 49 New Jobs In Summerville BERKELEY COUNTY, SC – Fruit of the Loom announced today plans to expand the company’s Berkeley County distribution center. The addition…