Second South Carolina Mission to Israel Produces Deal and Leads

December 18, 2012

COLUMBIA, SC – December 18, 2012 – Under the auspices of the SouthCarolina-Israel Collaboration, a delegation of the state’s business,university, and economic development leaders travelled throughoutIsrael, December 1-6, for a…

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Second South Carolina Mission to Israel Produces Deal and Leads

December 18, 2012

COLUMBIA, SC – December 18, 2012 – Under the auspices of the SouthCarolina-Israel Collaboration, a delegation of the state’s business,university, and economic development leaders travelled throughoutIsrael, December 1-6, for a…

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SBA Accepting Nominations for Small Business Innovation Research Awards

December 18, 2012

2013 SBIR Tibbetts Awards and SBIR Hall of Fame Awards to be presented in May WASHINGTON,DC – December 18, 2012 – The U.S. Small Business Administration isseeking nominations for awards honoring…

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Chief Aubrey Jenkins statement on the passing of (Ret.) Captain Abram Coles, Jr.

December 17, 2012

COLUMBIA, SC – December 17, 2012 – I was saddened by the news today of the passing of Abram Coles, Jr. retired Columbia Fire Department Captain.  Captain Coles was the…

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Nominations Open for State Small Business Entrepreneur, Advocate Awards

December 13, 2012

Deadline to Submit Nominations Is Thursday, January 3 COLUMBIA,SC – December 13, 2012 – The SBA South Carolina District Office is nowaccepting nominations for the 2013 small business awards. Major awardsinclude:…

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Nominations Open for State Small Business Entrepreneur, Advocate Awards

December 13, 2012

Deadline to Submit Nominations Is Thursday, January 3 COLUMBIA,SC – December 13, 2012 – The SBA South Carolina District Office is nowaccepting nominations for the 2013 small business awards. Major awardsinclude:…

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Riverbanks Zoo Announces a New Addition

December 12, 2012

6-Week-Old Giraffe Calf Now on ExhibitCOLUMBIA, SC – December 12, 2012 – Riverbanks Zoo and Garden officially announces a new, surprise addition to the family—amale giraffe calf that was born…

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Southeastern Freight Lines Promotes Kathryn Britt to Director of Human Resources

December 7, 2012

LEXINGTON, SC – December 7, 2012 – Southeastern Freight Lines, a leading provider of regional less-than-truckload (LTL) transportation services, announced that Kathryn Britt has advanced from managing attorney into the…

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Enjoy M&G’s A Taste of Russia and Other Holiday Events

December 3, 2012

GREENVILLE, SC – December 3, 2012 – Thisholiday season, the Museum & Gallery at Heritage Green offers thevery best in family Christmas events! Come join the museum incelebrating the season…

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SHE – A Lifestyle and Shopping Experience Coming to Columbia, Greenville and Charleston

December 3, 2012

GREENVILLE, SC – December 3, 2012 – SHE is a celebration of everything woman . . . three days of fashion,beauty, cooking, entertaining, crafts and healthy living.  It’s achance to…

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South Carolina Specialty Foods Now Offered Exclusively In One-Stop Online Shop

December 3, 2012

COLUMBIA, SC – December 3, 2012 – Just in time for the holidays, shoppers looking for unique South Carolina food products can now easily find them online in a one-stop…

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SC Christmas Tree Growers Association Delivers Trees to the Governor’s Mansion and Military Families

December 3, 2012

COLUMBIA, SC – December 3, 2012 –  The Governor’s Mansion and five South Carolina military families are getting ready for Christmas thanks to the help of a member of the…

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“Have Yourself a Certified SC Christmas” with Great Holiday Recipes using Certified SC Grown Produce and Products

December 3, 2012

COLUMBIA, SC – December 3, 2012 – Start a new tradition thisChristmas by adding a delicious new dish to your holiday table or party,featuring great tasting Certified South Carolina Grown…

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Richland County Lieutenants Receive National Certification

December 3, 2012

COLUMBIA, SC – December 3, 2012 – Lieutenant Margita Friedley and Lieutenant Francine Gaillard of the Alvin S. Glenn Detention Center have received the national designation of Certified Jail Manager…

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Keep the Midlands Beautiful – Gala for a Greener Midlands a success

December 3, 2012

COLUMBIA, SC – December 3, 2012 – Keep the Midlands Beautiful held their first Gala for a Greener Midlands on Saturday December 1, 2012 at the Holiday Inn in West…

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“Have Yourself a Certified SC Christmas” with Great Holiday Recipes using Certified SC Grown Produce and Products

December 3, 2012

CHARLESTON, SC – December 3, 2012 – Start a new tradition thisChristmas by adding a delicious new dish to your holiday table or party,featuring great tasting Certified South Carolina Grown…

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SC Christmas Tree Growers Association Delivers Trees to the Governor’s Mansion and Military Families

December 3, 2012

CHARLESTON, SC – December 3, 2012 –  The Governor’s Mansion and fiveSouth Carolina military families are getting ready for Christmas thanksto the help of a member of the South Carolina…

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SHE – A Lifestyle and Shopping Experience Coming to Columbia, Greenville and Charleston

December 3, 2012

GREENVILLE, SC – December 3, 2012 – SHE is a celebration of everything woman . . . three days of fashion,beauty, cooking, entertaining, crafts and healthy living.  It’s achance to…

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All About Beer Magazine Announces Changes to the 2013 World Beer Festival

November 30, 2012

Tickets Now on Sale and Volunteers Needed COLUMBIA, SC – November 30, 2012 – All About Beer Magazine announced details regarding enhancements to the Columbia 2013 World Beer Festival (WBF) to…

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City Roots is in the Running for Two National Contests

November 28, 2012

COLUMBIA, SC – November 28, 2012 – City Roots, an urban farm located in downtown Columbia, has been selected as one of 10 national finalists in Green America’s People &…

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Park Pointe Village Refinances With $25.8 Million JEDA Bond Issue

November 28, 2012

Creates 18 new jobs and retains 80 existing jobs ROCK HILL, SC – November 28, 2012 – Park Pointe Village has used $25.8 million in tax-exempt economic development revenue bonds…

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Shop one of the three State Farmers Markets this Weekend for the Perfect Christmas Tree

November 28, 2012

COLUMBIA, SC – November 28, 2012 – Get in the holiday spirit this weekend by visiting one of the three State Farmers Markets to shop for your family’s Christmas tree. …

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City Roots is in the Running for Two National Contests

November 28, 2012

COLUMBIA, SC – November 28, 2012 – City Roots, an urban farm locatedin downtown Columbia, has been selected as one of 10 national finalistsin Green America’s People & Planet Award…

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Southeast Frozen Foods expanding operations in Calhoun County

November 28, 2012

$4.5 million investment expected to create 10 new jobs  CALHOUN COUNTY, SC – November 28, 2012 – Southeast Frozen Foods, a food products distributor and cold storageservice provider, today announced…

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Sonoco Recycling and Richland County Accepting Additional Materials

November 28, 2012

HARTSVILLE, SC – November 28, 2012 – Sonoco Recycling, LLC, aunit of Sonoco (NYSE: SON), has invested $4 million in its Columbia,S.C., materials recovery facility (MRF), allowing the facility to…

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Leadership Lexington/Lexington Interfaith Community Services Event

November 28, 2012

LEXINGTON, SC – November 28, 2012 – Leadership Lexington County Class of 2012 announces the kick-off of a fall food drive supporting Lexington Interfaith Community Services and invites the community…

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Shop one of the three State Farmers Markets this Weekend for the Perfect Christmas Tree

November 28, 2012

COLUMBIA, SC – November 28, 2012 – Get in the holiday spirit thisweekend by visiting one of the three State Farmers Markets to shop foryour family’s Christmas tree.  Each market…

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Greater Lexington Chamber schedules Open House

November 27, 2012

LEXINGTON, SC – November 27, 201 2- The Greater Lexington Chamber and Visitors Center will have an Open House Sunday, Dec. 2, at its new building at 311 West Main…

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SC State Housing Launches New Tax Credit Program

November 27, 2012


Significant savings benefits for qualified homebuyers COLUMBIA, SC – November 27, 2012 – South Carolina homebuyers now have a powerful new tool to make their mortgages more affordable and save thousands…

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SC State Housing Launches New Tax Credit Program

November 27, 2012


Significant savings benefits for qualified homebuyers COLUMBIA,SC – November 27, 2012 – South Carolina homebuyers now have a powerfulnew tool to make their mortgages more affordable and save thousands ofdollars each…

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Last Chance to Vote for 2012 Betty Jane France Humanitarian Award Nominee Lorri Unumb

November 26, 2012

Deadline to vote is Nov. 29; Winner to be announced at NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Awards Ceremony on Nov. 30 DARLINGTON,SC – November 26, 2012 – Hurry! Only a few days…

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Last Chance to Vote for 2012 Betty Jane France Humanitarian Award Nominee Lorri Unumb

November 26, 2012

Deadline to vote is Nov. 29; Winner to be announced at NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Awards Ceremony on Nov. 30 DARLINGTON,SC – November 26, 2012 – Hurry! Only a few days…

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Blood Drive To Help Hurricane Sandy Victims

November 26, 2012

Open to Public, Bloodmobile at Motley Rice LLC on Tuesday, Nov. 27 MT. PLEASANT, SC  – November 26, 2012 – The American Red Cross Bloodmobile will be at the Motley…

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Merritt and Williamson Join Midlands Authority as New 
Marketing & Communications Associates

November 21, 2012

COLUMBIA, SC – November 21, 2012 – The Midlands Authority for Conventions, Sports & Tourism (MACST), the governing arm over the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center, Columbia Regional Sports Council and…

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2012 TWIN Award Winners Announced

November 21, 2012

COLUMBIA, SC – November 21, 2012  – The Palmetto Center for Women (PCW) celebrated the 33rd annual TWIN Awards on Friday, November 9, 2012. PCW recognized 40 nominees for their…

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Governor Nikki Haley Announces Bamberg County Day

November 21, 2012

COLUMBIA, SC – November 21, 2012 – Governor Nikki Haley and The Original Six Foundation announced Bamberg County Day scheduled to take place on Saturday, December 8, 2012 from 10…

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Midlands Authority Receives a Number of Recognitions in 2012

November 20, 2012

COLUMBIA, SC – November 20, 2012 – Midlands Authority for Conventions, Sports & Tourism (MACST), the governing arm over Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center (CMCC), Columbia Metropolitan Convention & Visitors Bureau…

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TD Saturday Market Selected as Top 20 Event in Southeast 


November 19, 2012

GREENVILLE, SC  – November 19, 2012 – The TD Saturday Market, sponsored by TD Bank, America’s Most Convenient Bank®, has been named one of the Southeast Tourism Society’s (STS) Top…

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Leadership Columbia Class of 2012 Recognized by Free Medical Clinic With Outstanding Organization Legacy Award

November 19, 2012

COLUMBIA, SC – November 19, 2012 – The Greater Columbia Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce that the Leadership Columbia Class of 2012 was recognized by The Free Medical…

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Paula Deen Supporting Bi-Lo’s Annual Holiday Hunger Relief Program

November 19, 2012

BI-LO initiative to help local food banks feed Columbia-area families COLUMBIA, SC – November 19, 2012 – Author, entrepreneur and restaurateur, Paula Deen, a longtime advocate for hunger relief, is teaming…

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Paula Deen Supporting Bi-Lo’s Annual Holiday Hunger Relief Program

November 19, 2012

BI-LO initiative to help local food banks feed Columbia-area families COLUMBIA,SC – November 19, 2012 – Author, entrepreneur and restaurateur, PaulaDeen, a longtime advocate for hunger relief, is teaming up with…

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Shealy Joins Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina

November 16, 2012

COLUMBIA, SC – November 16, 2012 – The Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina is pleased to announce Langley Damon Shealy as its communications manager. In this position, she…

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Nominations Open for SBA’s 2013 Small Business Awards

November 14, 2012

COLUMBIA, SC – November 14, 2012 – The Small BusinessAdministration’s South Carolina District Office is now acceptingnominations for the 2013 small business awards. Major awards include: Small Business Person of…

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Third year in a row: Clemson-Carolina rivalry game to be Santee Cooper Green-Powered

November 14, 2012

MONCKS CORNER, SC – November 14, 2012 – Whether they chantC-L-E-M-S-O-N or GAME-COCK, fans at this year’s Clemson-Carolina rivalrygame will be able to chant one cheer together: G-R-E-E-N. That’sbecause for…

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Third year in a row: Clemson-Carolina rivalry game to be Santee Cooper Green-Powered

November 14, 2012

MONCKS CORNER, SC – November 14, 2012 – Whether they chant C-L-E-M-S-O-N or GAME-COCK, fans at this year’s Clemson-Carolina rivalry game will be able to chant one cheer together: G-R-E-E-N.…

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Nominations Open for SBA’s 2013 Small Business Awards

November 14, 2012

COLUMBIA, SC – November 14, 2012 – The Small BusinessAdministration’s South Carolina District Office is now acceptingnominations for the 2013 small business awards. Major awards include: Small Business Person of…

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Announcement of Leadership Lexington County 2012 Class Project

November 12, 2012

LEXINGTON, SC – November 12, 2012 – Leadership Lexington County Class of 2012 announces the kick-off of a fall food drive supporting Lexington Interfaith Community Services and invites the community…

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Columbia Road Gets a “Facelift” Thanks to Local Businesses

November 7, 2012

COLUMBIA, SC – November 7, 2012 – Lexington County businesses removed more than 30 bags of trash from a stretch of Fernandina Road in Columbia, SC this fall. The group…

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Former NFL Star Corey Jackson will be interviewed by Jeffrey Lampkin on WACH FOX

November 7, 2012

COLUMBIA, SC – November 7, 2012 – Statistics have shown that life after the NFL , players have struggled with their transition to the real world. Corey Jackson graced the…

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Greater Chapin Chamber presents Annual Awards at Magic of Chapin Gala

November 5, 2012

Scott Hanners, Chapin We Care and Harvey Coleman honored CHAPIN, SC – November 5, 2012 – Members of the Greater Chapin Chamber of Commerce celebrated another successful year of promoting…

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