Diageo Signs New Distribution Agreements and New Brokerage Agreement with The Charmer Sunbelt Group

January 14, 2013

Agreements Apply to Arizona, Colorado, Delaware, Maryland, New York, South Carolina, and the District of ColumbiaCOLUMBIA,SC – January 14, 2013 – Diageo, the world’s leading spirits, wine andbeer company, and…

SHE Columbia: The Ultimate Girls’ Weekend hits the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center, February 8 – 10

January 14, 2013

Benefiting The Women’s Shelter and Harvest Hope Food BankCOLUMBIA, SC  – January 14, 2013 – SHE Columbia: The Ultimate Girls’ Weekend is set for February 8 – 10, 2013 at…

There’s Still Time to Volunteer for the World Beer Festival

January 14, 2013

Columbia Opportunity Resource Organizes Massive Volunteer EffortCOLUMBIA, SC – January 14, 2013 – Columbia Opportunity Resource (COR), is currently organizing hundreds of volunteers for the 2013 World Beer Festival that…

Free Pancakes at IHOP on February 5

January 14, 2013

Fundraiser Aims to Raise $3 Million to Kick Off Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals’ 30th Anniversary GLENDALE, CA – January 14, 2013 – Batter up, breakfast lovers!  IHOP®, one of America’s…

Nickelodeon Theatre and Indie Grits Festival Awarded Grant from The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences

January 14, 2013

COLUMBIA, SC – January 14, 2013  – The Nickelodeon Theatre, South Carolina’s only non-profit art house film theater and its annual independent film festival, Indie Grits, have received a grant…

Free Pancakes at IHOP on February 5

January 14, 2013

Fundraiser Aims to Raise $3 Million to Kick Off Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals’ 30th Anniversary GLENDALE,CA – January 14, 2013 – Batter up, breakfast lovers!  IHOP®, one ofAmerica’s most popular…

Diageo Signs New Distribution Agreements and New Brokerage Agreement with The Charmer Sunbelt Group

January 14, 2013

Agreements Apply to Arizona, Colorado, Delaware, Maryland, New York, South Carolina, and the District of Columbia COLUMBIA, SC – January 14, 2013 – Diageo, the world’s leading spirits, wine and…

Deadline Extended for 2013 Small Business Award Nominations

January 9, 2013

COLUMBIA, SC – January 9, 2013 – The U.S. Small Business Administration has extended the nomination deadline for the 2013 small business awards through Thursday, January 31. The SBA South…

Lexington banking icon, Chamber leader retires

January 9, 2013

LEXINGTON, SC – January 9, 2013 – Lexington’s business community bid farewell to one of its stalwarts with the recent retirement of banker Harry Deith. A longtime Greater Lexington Chamber…

Deadline Extended for 2013 Small Business Award Nominations

January 9, 2013

COLUMBIA, SC – January 9, 2013 – The U.S. Small BusinessAdministration has extended the nomination deadline for the 2013 smallbusiness awards through Thursday, January 31. The SBA South CarolinaDistrict Office…

Ego Boost Salon Announces Magical Makeover Contest

January 7, 2013

Salon Seeks Deserving Candidates for Day of Beauty CHAPIN, SC – January 7, 2013 – Chapin’s Ego Boost Salon is going to treat six lucky ladies to a day of…

Girl Scout Cookie Program Sales Begin January 11

January 7, 2013

COLUMBIA, SC – January 7, 2013 – The annual Girl Scout Cookie Program, the $790 million, largest girl-led business in the country, begins door-to-door sales on Friday, January 11 and…

Girl Scout Cookie Program Sales Begin January 11

January 7, 2013

GREENVILLE, SC – January 7, 2013 – The annual Girl Scout CookieProgram, the $790 million, largest girl-led business in the country,begins door-to-door sales on Friday, January 11 and ends January…

Zoo Spreads Holiday Cheer into the New Year with the Return of Free Fridays

January 4, 2013

Richland and Lexington County Residents to Receive Free Admission COLUMBIA, SC – January 4, 2013 – The start of a new year means the return of Free Fridays at Riverbanks…

Call for Docents: CMA offers new 12-week learning opportunity

January 4, 2013

COLUMBIA, SC – January 4, 2013 – The Columbia Museum of Art announces a new 12-week docent training class on Mondays from 10:00 a.m. – Noon beginning January 28 through…

SC State Housing Teams with Children’s Garden to Make Holidays Brighter for Children in Need

January 4, 2013

COLUMBIA, SC – January 4, 2013 – Ninety-two homeless and very needychildren in the midlands had a happier holiday season thanks to theChildren’s Garden/Vital Connections of the Midlands (VCM) and…

Historic Spigner House Acheieves Gold Leed® Certification

January 4, 2013

COLUMBIA, SC – January 4, 2013 – Located on Gregg Street, the Spigner House is a Georgian Revival style two-story home with a partial basement originally built in 1915.  The…

Health & Fitness New Years Resolutions with Snap Fitness

January 3, 2013

COLUMBIA, SC – January 3, 2012 – “This year, I’m going to get in my best shape ever!” This is a fairly common resolution for many of us around this time…

South Carolina’s Employment Situation

December 29, 2012

COLUMBIA, SC – December 28, 2012 – For the fourth consecutive month,South Carolina’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate dropped—to 8.3percent in November from the October estimate of 8.6 percent.  Thenumber of…

South Carolina’s Employment Situation

December 29, 2012

COLUMBIA, SC – December 28, 2012 – For the fourth consecutive month, South Carolina’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate dropped—to 8.3 percent in November from the October estimate of 8.6 percent. …

Grinding of the Greens Christmas tree Recycling

December 27, 2012

COLUMBIA, SC – December 27, 2012 – Keep the Midlands Beautiful announces this year’s Grinding of the Greens Christmas tree recycling program.  When: Dec. 26, 2012 through Jan.10, 2012. Hours…

Transitions receives $50,000 grant from AgFirst

December 21, 2012

COLUMBIA, SC – December 21, 2012 – Mr. Charl Butler, Chief Financial Officer of AgFirst, presented a $50,000 check to Transitions’ Board Member John Folsom and Chief Executive Officer, Craig…

Inaugural SC AgriBiz and Farm Expo Jan. 16 -18 in Florence

December 21, 2012

FLORENCE, SC – December 21, 2012 – The New Year will mark a first for South Carolina when the inaugural SC AgriBiz and Farm Expo takes place January 16 -18,…

Inaugural SC AgriBiz and Farm Expo Jan. 16 -18 in Florence

December 21, 2012

FLORENCE, SC – December 21, 2012 – The New Year will mark a first forSouth Carolina when the inaugural SC AgriBiz and Farm Expo takes placeJanuary 16 -18, 2013 at…

Colonial Cup’s ‘Salute to the Military’

December 19, 2012

COLUMBIA, SC – December 19, 2012 – The Carolina Cup Racing Association’s “Salute to the Military” at last month’s 43rd running of the Marion duPont Scott Colonial Cup Steeplechase proved…

USO Supports Troop Sendoff – Just in Time for the Holidays

December 19, 2012

COLUMBIA, SC – December 19, 2012 – More than 12,000 troops will beleaving Fort Jackson to be reunited with their families for theholidays. USO South Carolina will provide a 5-star…

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…

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…

G&P Trucking to Donate Transportation for Christmas Wreaths to Honor Veterans

December 18, 2012

SC-Based Company Helps Wreaths Across America™ Recognize Those Who Have Served GASTON, SC – December 18, 2012 – G&P Trucking Company (www.gptruck.com) again honored war veterans by volunteering its services to…

Finishing Touch – UnFauxGettable Painting and Drywall Company Earns Esteemed 2012 Angie’s List Super Service Award

December 18, 2012

Award reflects company’s consistently high level of customer service COLUMBIA, SC – December 18, 2012 – Finishing Touch – UnFauxGettable Painting and Drywall Company has earned the service industry-coveted 2012…

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…

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…

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…

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:…

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:…

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…

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…

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…

“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…

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…

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…

“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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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 &…

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…