Graham takes Action to Undo Obama Administration ‘Reckless’ Approach to MOX

May 26, 2014

WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) voted in support of and applauded the Senate Armed Services Committee’s markup of the FY15 National Defense Authorization Act.  At Senator Graham’s request,…

Graham takes Action to Undo Obama Administration ‘Reckless’ Approach to MOX

May 26, 2014

WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) voted in support of and applauded the Senate Armed Services Committee’s markup of the FY15 National Defense Authorization Act.  At Senator Graham’s request,…

Columbia’s Fight for Air Climb Provides Physical Challenge While Supporting Work of Lung Association

May 26, 2014

Experience the climb of your life COLUMBIA, SC – The American Lung Association’s Fight for Air Climbs are unique fundraising events that provide participants the opportunity to take part in a vertical…

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

May 26, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – SCE&G will perform tree trimming activities along overhead utility lines in the following neighborhoods for the next two weeks: Greg Park Neighborhood Association Lake Katherine POA of Lake…

Cariens wins Joseph M. Bedenbaugh Administrator of the Year Award

May 26, 2014

LEXINGTON, SC – Sherry P. Cariens, Oak Grove Elementary principal, received the Joseph M. Bedenbaugh Administrator of the Year Award on Tuesday, May 20, 2014, at the Lexington County School…

District Five student earns award at International Science and Engineering Fair

May 26, 2014

IRMO, SC – A Lexington-Richland School District Five student has earned international recognition for his research examining possible health effects of genetically modified corn. Dutch Fork High School student Brett…

Furman University Hosts Conference for Campus Sustainability Coordinators

May 26, 2014

GREENVILLE, SC – Furman University will host a conference of regional university sustainability directors and coordinators June 2-4. The meeting will take place at the Shi Center for Sustainability and…

Two named to John de la Howe School Board

May 26, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – Gov. Nikki Haley has appointed two new trustees to John de la Howe School in McCormick. Tom Love of McCormick and Dan Shonka of Central have been confirmed…

Two named to John de la Howe School Board

May 26, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – Gov. Nikki Haley has appointed two new trustees to John de la Howe School in McCormick. Tom Love of McCormick and Dan Shonka of Central have been confirmed…

FordHarrison Named Among the Top Labor and Employment Law Firms by Chambers USA

May 25, 2014

  SPARTANBURG, SC – FordHarrison LLP, a national labor and employment law firm, is proud to announce that it was named among the highest ranked labor and employment law firms…

Huron Capital Partners Recapitalizes Auto Remarketing Platform

May 25, 2014

DETROIT, MI – Huron Capital Partners (“Huron”) announced the formation of an auto remarketing services platform and the simultaneous acquisition of American Auto Auction Group, LLC (“AAAG”). AAAG is a…

Huron Capital Partners Recapitalizes Auto Remarketing Platform

May 25, 2014

DETROIT, MI – Huron Capital Partners (“Huron”) announced the formation of an auto remarketing services platform and the simultaneous acquisition of American Auto Auction Group, LLC (“AAAG”). AAAG is a…

E&I Engineering, Ltd. to locate U.S. operations in Anderson County

May 24, 2014

Ireland-based manufacturer to invest $17 million   ANDERSON, SC – E&I Engineering, Ltd., a provider of switchgear and power distribution solutions throughout the United Kingdom and Europe, plans to invest $17…

E&I Engineering, Ltd. to locate U.S. operations in Anderson County

May 24, 2014

Ireland-based manufacturer to invest $17 million   ANDERSON, SC – E&I Engineering, Ltd., a provider of switchgear and power distribution solutions throughout the United Kingdom and Europe, plans to invest $17…

Last Call for North Main Corridor Façade Improvement Program Applications

May 23, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – The City of Columbia Office of Business Opportunities North Main Corridor Façade Improvement Program is coming to a close. The last date to submit North Main Corridor…

District Five Announces Teacher of the Year, Support Employee of the Year

May 23, 2014

IRMO, SC – Lexington-Richland School District Five announced their 2014-2015 Teacher of the Year and Support Employee of the Year during a May 21 ceremony.      Emily Berry, a…

2015 NASCAR Hall Of Fame Inductee Bill Elliott Made History At Darlington Raceway

May 23, 2014

DARLINGTON, SC – The Elliott name has made quite an impression on Darlington Raceway over the years, most recently with Chase Elliott winning the NASCAR Nationwide Series VFW Sport Clips Help…

Chambers USA Releases Turner Padget 2014 Rankings

May 23, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – Turner Padget Graham & Laney, P.A. is pleased to announce the inclusion of the firm and several of its attorneys in the 2014 edition of Chambers USA:  America’s Leading…

Chambers USA Releases Turner Padget 2014 Rankings

May 23, 2014

CHARLESTON, SC – Turner Padget Graham & Laney, P.A. announce the inclusion of the firm and several of its attorneys in the 2014 edition of Chambers USA:  America’s Leading Lawyers for Business.   Chambers…

Columbia Moe’s Southwest Grill Supports “Saving Eliza”

May 23, 2014

Local Burrito Joint Donates $1 for Every Kids’ Meal Sold in May to Support “Cure Sanfilippo Syndrome” COLUMBIA, SC – Moe’s Southwest Grill is rallying around a great cause by donating…

Legal Publisher Chambers and Partners Recognizes Nelson Mullins Columbia Attorneys

May 23, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – Legal directory publisher Chambers and Partners has recognized Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP in its national category for its products liability and mass torts litigation. The…

Chambers USA® Recognizes McNair as Leading Firm in 2014

May 23, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – For the tenth consecutive year, McNair Law Firm, P.A. has been ranked a “Leading Firm” in the 2014 edition of Chambers USA: America’s Leading Lawyers for Business.  Eight of…

Chambers USA® Recognizes McNair as Leading Firm in 2014

May 23, 2014

CHARLESTON, SC – For the tenth consecutive year, McNair Law Firm, P.A. has been ranked a “Leading Firm” in the 2014 edition of Chambers USA: America’s Leading Lawyers for Business.  Eight of…

SCE&G Places Containment Vessel Bottom Head on V.C. Summer Unit 3 Basemat

May 22, 2014

CAYCE, SC – South Carolina Electric & Gas Company (SCE&G), principal subsidiary of SCANA Corporation (NYSE:SCG), and its partners placed on May 21, 2014, the containment vessel bottom head (CVBH)…

Charleston, Georgetown Ports Will Benefit from Senate Passage of Water Resources Development Act

May 22, 2014

WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) today said both the Charleston Harbor Deepening project and Georgetown Port will benefit from passage of the Water Resources Development Act.  The…

Charleston, Georgetown Ports Will Benefit from Senate Passage of Water Resources Development Act

May 22, 2014

WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) today said both the Charleston Harbor Deepening project and Georgetown Port will benefit from passage of the Water Resources Development Act.  The…

Lexington One promotes Denny

May 22, 2014

LEXINGTON, SC – At the May 20, 2014 regular monthly meeting of the Lexington County School District One Board of Trustees, the board approved the promotion of Howard S. “Tradd”…

SC Ports Posts Busiest Month Since 2008

May 22, 2014

86,505 pier containers handled during April   CHARLESTON, SC – April pier container volumes set a 6-year record, marking the busiest month at the Port of Charleston since May 2008.…

SC Ports Posts Busiest Month Since 2008

May 22, 2014

86,505 pier containers handled during April   CHARLESTON, SC – April pier container volumes set a 6-year record, marking the busiest month at the Port of Charleston since May 2008.…

Congress Backs SC Ports Provisions in Water Resources Reform and Development Act

May 22, 2014

CHARLESTON, SC – Today, Congress finalized the Water Resources Reform and Development Act (WRRDA), solidifying critical provisions for SCPA initiatives, including the Post-45 Harbor Deepening Project. “We applaud Congress for their…

Congress Backs SC Ports Provisions in Water Resources Reform and Development Act

May 22, 2014

CHARLESTON, SC – Today, Congress finalized the Water Resources Reform and Development Act (WRRDA), solidifying critical provisions for SCPA initiatives, including the Post-45 Harbor Deepening Project. “We applaud Congress for their…

BDC & CDC Annual Meeting Bank Awards

May 22, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – BDC & CDC Annual Meeting Bank Awards Six South Carolina banks were recognized during the 2014 annual meetings of Business Development Corporation (BDC) and Certified Development Corporation (CDC).…

BDC & CDC Annual Meeting Bank Awards

May 22, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – BDC & CDC Annual Meeting Bank Awards Six South Carolina banks were recognized during the 2014 annual meetings of Business Development Corporation (BDC) and Certified Development Corporation (CDC).…

Columbia Resident Wins Bojangles’ Southern 500 Winner’s Circle Sweepstakes

May 22, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – Bojangles’ today announced Ralph Radcliffe of Columbia, S.C., as the grand prize winner of theBojangles’ Southern 500® Winner’s Circle Sweepstakes. Radcliffe, a racing fan and loyal Bojangles’ customer, entered the…

SC General Assembly Honors Midlands Technical College President

May 22, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – Dr. Marshall “Sonny” White, Jr. was presented a concurrent resolution honoring his service to Midlands Technical College and the State of South Carolina on Tuesday, May 20, 2014.…

McNair Law Firm Involved in Settlement of $297 Million RICO Class Action Suit

May 21, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – Hunton & Williams LLP and other law firms around the country including McNair Law Firm P.A. have reached a $297 million settlement on behalf of plaintiffs in a…

McNair Law Firm Involved in Settlement of $297 Million RICO Class Action Suit

May 21, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – Hunton & Williams LLP and other law firms around the country including McNair Law Firm P.A. have reached a $297 million settlement on behalf of plaintiffs in a…

Lexington One promotes Brazell and Brooks

May 21, 2014

LEXINGTON, SC – At the May 20, 2014 regular monthly meeting of the Lexington County School District One Board of Trustees, the board approved the promotion of Kenneth L. Brazell…

Flock and Rally earns SCPRSA Silver Wing Award of Merit for Motor Supply Co. Bistro website

May 21, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – Flock and Rally has been honored with a Silver Wing Award of Merit for the development of Motor Supply Co. Bistro’s new restaurant website at www.motorsupplycobistro.com. The…

CIU Names Outgoing President of Midlands Tech to Board of Trustees

May 21, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – The outgoing president of Midlands Technical College has been named to the Columbia International Board of Trustees. Dr. Marshall (Sonny) White Jr. is the fifth president of…

Lexington Medical Center Earns 52 Prestigious National Marketing Awards

May 21, 2014

WEST COLUMBIA, SC – Lexington Medical Center’s Marketing department has won 52 national and international marketing awards that honor outstanding advertising, marketing and public relations campaigns. The honors include Aster Awards…

South Carolina Earns CCIM Institute’s 2013 President’s Cup Award

May 21, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC —The South Carolina chapter of the CCIM Institute was recognized for excellence with the 2013 President’s Cup Award at the organization’s Midyear Business Meeting in Nashville, Tennessee on April 28…

South Carolina Earns CCIM Institute’s 2013 President’s Cup Award

May 21, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC —The South Carolina chapter of the CCIM Institute was recognized for excellence with the 2013 President’s Cup Award at the organization’s Midyear Business Meeting in Nashville, Tennessee on April…

Unitrends Achieves 21st Consecutive Quarter of Record Growth

May 21, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – Unitrends, the industry’s fastest-growing multi-environment data protection and disaster recovery company, today reported that the company achieved its 21st consecutive quarter of record growth in Q1 2014. Unitrends’ remarkable, sustained…

OGES receives AAD Shade Structure Grant

May 21, 2014

LEXINGTON, SC — Oak Grove Elementary’s School Improvement Council applied for and received a 2014 American Academy of Dermatology Shade Structure Grant totaling $8,000. The school will use the grant…

Announcing the Summer Business Academy at Coker College

May 21, 2014

HARTSVILLE, SC – May 20, 2014 – Coker College is hosting a Summer Business Academy for rising high school juniors and seniors June 16-20. Sponsored by Wells Fargo and Coker Enactus,…

BOGO at Riverbanks During Toucan Tuesday

May 21, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – Guests who donate two cans of food to Harvest Hope Food Bank will enjoy buy-one, get-one admission to Riverbanks Zoo and Garden every Tuesday this summer beginningJune…

Advertisement of Vacancies for the City of Columbia Boards & Commissions

May 21, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – The City of Columbia is seeking persons to serve on a variety of boards and commissions.  Participation is another way city residents can take part in their…

Coming Soon– The Fields at Saluda Shoals Park

May 21, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – Saluda Shoals Park will break ground on an outdoor athletic complex and adventure course on June 5 at 11 a.m.Development of the Fields at Saluda Shoals will include…

Lancaster County Unemployment Drops To 5.8%: Lowest Unemployment Rate In The County Since 2001

May 21, 2014

LANCASTER, SC – The South Carolina Department of Employment and Workforce has released unemployed figures for April, 2014 and the unemployment rate in Lancaster County continues to fall.  The County’s April…