Ron Hagell to tell how he collected intelligence in Vietnam

January 18, 2024

The movies notwithstanding, intelligence work has little to do with drinking shaken martinis while wearing a designer tuxedo. In the real world, in wartime, it’s about things like sweating in…

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First Reliance partners with Apiture for digital banking platform

January 18, 2024

First Reliance Bank announced that through its partnership with Apiture, Apiture has received an award, marking its third consecutive win for digital banking innovation. The awards program celebrates outstanding achievements…

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EV leader Tesla to open state-of-the-art logistics operations in Greenville County, SC

January 18, 2024

Electric car maker selects Fountain Inn for first major presence in Palmetto State; Fox Hill Business Park to host state-of-the-art distribution facility to support Tesla growth in Southeast Tesla will open…

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SCMA announces the inaugural class of the SC Manufacturing Leadership Program

January 18, 2024

The South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance (SCMA) has announced its inaugural class of the SC Manufacturing Leadership Program. The class is comprised of nineteen professionals representing a variety of manufacturing industry…

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Ageratum, Wood, & Water

January 17, 2024
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By Tom Poland On a Sunday walk I spotted a splash of blue. Blue wildflowers. They say blue flowers are sometimes difficult to grow in gardens. “They say.” That was…

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Collins & Lacy president, Christian Stegmaier, appointed to Primerus Board of Directors

January 17, 2024

A second generation of leadership has emerged on the Primerus Board of Directors with the recent appointment of two new members, according to Jack Buchanan, founder and president of the…

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Zack Young joins LCK as Project Manager in Columbia office

January 17, 2024

LCK announces that Zack Young has joined its project management team in the Columbia office as Project Manager. Young will fulfill the role of owner’s representative for assigned LCK projects…

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Colliers Columbia Industrial Report: Year over year improvement creates positive outlook for 2024

January 17, 2024

Commercial Real Estate Research & Forecast Report Q4 2023 Columbia Industrial Market Highlights Columbia finished 2023 with a 4.08% increase in inventory for the year, a 24.77% increase in average…

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Robinson Gray names Chris Boguski a Member of the firm

January 17, 2024

Robinson Gray has named attorney Christopher Lee Boguski a Member of the law firm. He was voted into the position in December 2023. “Since joining us four years ago, Chris…

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Burnette Shutt & McDaniel receives King Distinguished Service Award

January 17, 2024

Burnette Shutt & McDaniel has received the 2024 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Distinguished Service Award from the University of South Carolina Joseph F. Rice School of Law. The honor…

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Eagle Scout Joseph Pope to receive Scouting’s highest honor for lifesaving

January 17, 2024

The Indian Waters Council of the Boy Scouts of America will present Scouting’s highest award for lifesaving to one of its own – Eagle Scout Joseph Pope of Columbia. On…

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Colliers South Carolina Industrial Report: Statewide performance continues to improve

January 17, 2024

Commercial Real Estate Research & Forecast Report Q4 2023 South Carolina Industrial Market Highlights Overall performance metrics remained robust across the state in the fourth quarter of 2023, with most…

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Secretary of Transportation Christy Hall announces retirement

January 17, 2024

After nearly 30 years of service to the State of South Carolina, Christy A. Hall, the Secretary of Transportation for the South Carolina Department of Transportation, announced her retirement effective…

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SCRA contributes over $1.19 billion to South Carolina’s economy

January 17, 2024

South Carolina Research Authority had over a $1.19 billion impact on the state’s economy in 2023. Their recently published annual report shows what’s included in the billion-plus-dollar impact, determined by a study…

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Dominion Energy offers tips to manage energy bills as temperatures drop

January 17, 2024

Provides guidance for tankless water heaters With temperatures dipping, Dominion Energy is providing simple solutions to help customers manage their energy usage and bills this winter. “It’s important to remember that…

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Sustain SC announced new Executive Committee and Board Members

January 17, 2024

Sustain SC, an economic development-driven organization connecting the sustainability goals of business in South Carolina with local solutions, announced its 2024 Board of Directors with a new Chair and two…

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Spectrum Reach seeking 250 underserved businesses for 2024 ‘Pay It Forward’ program

January 17, 2024

Initiative will Provide Eligible Small Businesses Access to a Free Ad Campaign Worth $15,000, Plus Marketing and Creative Support, and Educational Resources Spectrum Reach, the advertising sales business of Charter…

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54th Annual Upstate South Carolina Boat Show returns to Greenville Convention Center January 25-28

January 17, 2024

Start planning for summer at the lake at the 54th Annual Upstate SC Boat Show at the Greenville Convention Center from Thursday, January 25 through Sunday, January 28, 2024. This…

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NAI Columbia Gregory Lamar Team executes $1.2 million sale

January 17, 2024

NAI Columbia’s Gregory Lamar Team consisting of John Gregory, Bill Lamar, and Tristan Lee, recently sold 1025 and 1035 Dreyfus Road in Columbia, South Carolina to Cason Development Group for…

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SHL Medical further strengthens vertical capabilities with the acquisition of US manufacturer Superior Tooling Inc

January 17, 2024

SHL Medical (SHL), a world-leading provider of advanced drug delivery solutions headquartered in Switzerland, proudly announces the acquisition of Superior Tooling Inc., a Wake Forest, North Carolina-based manufacturer of plastic…

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Conservatives for Clean Energy – South Carolina announces new team member

January 17, 2024

Conservatives for Clean Energy South Carolina (CCE-SC) announced that Hunter Sox will serve as the organization’s new Communications Director. Sox will be the state organization’s go-to spokesperson and communications professional…

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SCDMV Book Drive to support Original Six My First Library initiative

January 17, 2024

The South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles (SCDMV) is again partnering with the Original Six (O6) Foundation to support its “My First Library” campaign. Through “My First Library,” kindergarten students…

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Sustain SC announces new executive committee and board members

January 17, 2024

Sustain SC, an economic development-driven organization connecting the sustainability goals of business in South Carolina with local solutions, announced its 2024 Board of Directors with a new Chair and two…

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NAI Columbia Q4 2023 Market Reports

January 16, 2024

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New, exclusive exhibition examines relationship between people and place

January 16, 2024

Interior Lives offers sumptuous paintings, decorative arts, and more on February 17 The Columbia Museum of Art announces Interior Lives: Modern American Spaces, 1890–1945, on view Saturday, February 17, through…

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Addison Homes receives U. S. Department of Energy 2023 Housing Innovation Award

January 16, 2024

Addison Homes, a South Carolina home builder which specializes in building healthy, high-performance homes that emphasize increased comfort and durability, better indoor air quality, and ultra energy efficiency has received…

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Trinity Partners announces the sale of office building in Forest Acres

January 16, 2024

Trinity Partners announced the sale of a Class A office building located at 4875 Forest Drive in Columbia, SC. Nestled in the heart of Forest Acres, this property benefits immensely…

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Lexington One Educational Foundation awards Spring 2024 Michelin Golden Apple Teacher Grants

January 16, 2024

The Lexington County School District One Educational Foundation recently awarded 10 Michelin Golden Apple Teacher Grant Awards to deserving teachers in Lexington County School District One. Spring Grant awards totaled…

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Irmo High School football coach named Carolina Panthers High School Coach of the Year

January 16, 2024

Irmo High School’s Head Football Coach Aaron Brand has been recognized as the Carolina Panthers High School Football Coach of the Year through the team’s High School Football Coach of…

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SC Ports gives Midlands big economic boost

January 16, 2024

By efficiently moving cargo for port-dependent businesses, South Carolina Ports makes a $22.3 billion economic impact in the Midlands region each year. This is a quarter of SC Ports’ $87…

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Lexington Medical Center Cayce now open

January 15, 2024

Lexington Medical Center Cayce is now open. Located at 1111 Knox Abbott Drive in Cayce, Lexington Medical Center Cayce currently offers urgent care and laboratory services. It is the newest…

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From paradise to paraíso and back

January 15, 2024

By Tom Mullikin I recently departed one paradise, the beautiful Palmetto State, to visit another, the famed Galápagos Islands, Ecuador. Over the last twelve years I have been blessed to…

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YMCA of Columbia announces Jim Vietti as new CEO

January 12, 2024

The YMCA of Columbia Board of Directors announced Jim Vietti as the YMCA of Columbia’s new Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately. Vietti brings 14 years of YMCA leadership experience to…

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New pediatric dentist opens second office in Chapin

January 12, 2024

The Town of Chapin will officially have a new Pediatric and Teen Dentist as Chapin Pediatric & Teen Dentistry will host their Grand Opening on January 18, and is now…

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Columbia Pet Euthanasia & Cremation launches heartwarming charity contest to support animal welfare

January 11, 2024

Columbia Pet Euthanasia & Cremation, a leading provider of compassionate pet aftercare services, proudly announces the initiation of a charitable contest aimed at fostering a spirit of giving within the…

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A tale of three vacuums

January 11, 2024

By Jeff Becraft   We have three vacuum cleaners… and I will try and explain the tale of the three vacuums. Vacuum #1 is a cannister style vacuum.  The kind…

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Michael Crump joins Robinson Gray as associate

January 11, 2024

Attorney Michael D. Crump has joined Robinson Gray law firm as an associate. His practice with the firm will focus on workers’ compensation. Michael earned his Juris Doctor degree from…

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$9.22 billion announced capital investment on the heels of a record-setting 2022

January 11, 2024

The South Carolina Department of Commerce (S.C. Commerce) released its 2023 industry recruitment results which reflect sustained economic activity. From January to December 2023, the state announced total capital investment…

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NAI Columbia Milliken Land Team executes $1.85 million sale

January 11, 2024

NAI Columbia’s Milliken Land Team consisting of Tombo Milliken, Tom Milliken, and Nelson Weston, recently sold 430 acres near Lake Marion for $1.85 million. The property was home to the…

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Colliers Columbia Office Report: CBD retains interest with unique market dynamic

January 11, 2024

Commercial Real Estate Research & Forecast Report Q4 2023 Columbia Office Market Highlights The focal point of interest in the Columbia office market remained centered on the CBD, which is…

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Colliers elects David M. Feild as its President; John W. Folsom continues as CEO and Chairman

January 11, 2024

Colliers International South Carolina, Inc. Board of Directors recently announced leadership changes as it elected David M. Feild, CCIM, as its President. John W. Folsom, who has led the company…

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Colliers represents buyer in the purchase of office building located in Irmo

January 11, 2024

Colliers | South Carolina’s Mary Winter Teaster represented RB Todd Properties, LLC in the purchase of a ±1,530-square-foot office building located at 7436 Broad River Road. This Class A office…

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Want to serve on a nonprofit board? Blueprint for Leadership applications are open now!

January 11, 2024

United Way of the Midlands is accepting applications for Blueprint for Leadership, a comprehensive leadership and board development training program, through January 19, 2024. Blueprint for Leadership is designed to…

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Legal Marketing Association’s Southeast Region announces its 2024 South Carolina Local Steering Committee leadership

January 11, 2024

The Legal Marketing Association’s (LMA) Southeast Region announced its South Carolina Local Steering Committee (LSC) leadership for 2024. The Southeast Region is one of the largest in the international organization…

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Audition for Something Rotten at Town Theatre

January 11, 2024

Welcome to the Renaissance and the outrageous, crowd-pleasing musical farce, Something Rotten. Set in the 1590s, brothers Nick and Nigel Bottom are desperate to write a hit play but are…

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Danna Gonzalez McIntire joins Broadstreet.net as content developer

January 11, 2024

Broadstreet.net, a leading digital marketing company, announced the addition of Danna Gonzalez McIntire to its team as a content developer with a significant focus on writing blogs and email marketing.…

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Moon Over Buffalo at Town Theatre

January 11, 2024

It’s 1953 in Buffalo where actors, George and Charlotte Hay, are fading faster than a New York minute. Their struggle to keep their name in lights has them performing Cyrano…

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South Carolina Federal now accepting applications for $45,000 in scholarships

January 11, 2024

South Carolina Federal Credit Union is now accepting applications for its 14th annual scholarship program. The credit union will award $45,000 to nine students attending a traditional or technical college…

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First Reliance Bank founder’s father leaves a legacy

January 11, 2024

Freddie Saunders, 86, of Florence, South Carolina, died peacefully on January 9, 2024, at the McLeod Health Hospice Care. Freddie was born in Sumter, South Carolina, on May 24, 1937,…

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