Prime Storage Newland brings U-Haul to Columbia
August 31, 2016U-Haul Company of South Carolina, Inc. is pleased to announce that Prime Storage Newland has signed on as a U-Haul neighborhood dealer to serve the Columbia community. Prime Storage Newland…
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Entrepreneur Minute – David Saidat, CocoBon Chocolatier
August 31, 2016This UpstateBizSC Entrepreneur Minute is a quick, one minute interview in support of entrepreneurship. We would like to thank our sponsors of this video series – Wells Fargo and Bauknight, Pietras and Stormer.…
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Ziff Properties acquires self-storage facility
August 29, 2016Ziff Properties, Inc. announced the acquisition of Beltline Self Storage, a 51,285-square-foot self-storage facility in Anderson, SC. The property was purchased for $4.56 million and included the assumption of CMBS…
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Ziff Properties acquires self-storage facility
August 29, 2016Ziff Properties, Inc. announced the acquisition of Beltline Self Storage, a 51,285-square-foot self-storage facility in Anderson, SC. The property was purchased for $4.56 million and included the assumption of CMBS…
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The Art Cellar to triple in size as Greenville’s art scene grows
August 25, 2016North Main Street is getting a new art studio to add to its hip corridor of retail and arts. The Art Cellar, owned by potter and printmaker Lindsay Louise McPhail,…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Loveland Coffee
August 25, 2016This MidlandsBiz Entrepreneur Minute is a quick, one minute interview in support of entrepreneurship. We would like to thank our sponsors of this video series – Wells Fargo and Bauknight, Pietras and…
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The Art Cellar to triple in size as Greenville’s art scene grows
August 25, 2016North Main Street is getting a new art studio to add to its hip corridor of retail and arts. The Art Cellar, owned by potter and printmaker Lindsay Louise McPhail,…
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Ziff Properties acquires neighborhood center
August 24, 2016Ziff Properties, Inc. today announced the acquisition of The Shops at Salem Fields, a 44,900-square-foot Food Lion-anchored retail center, located in Fredericksburg, VA. The property was purchased for $4.575 million.…
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Ziff Properties acquires neighborhood center
August 24, 2016Ziff Properties, Inc. today announced the acquisition of The Shops at Salem Fields, a 44,900-square-foot Food Lion-anchored retail center, located in Fredericksburg, VA. The property was purchased for $4.575 million.…
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Whatta Wash Car Wash celebrates opening of new location in Spartanburg
August 22, 2016SPARTANBURG, SC – The Spartanburg Area Chamber of Commerce held an official ribbon cutting ceremony on Monday, August 15, to celebrate the grand opening of Whatta Wash Car Wash East. Whatta Wash…
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Ziff Properties plans self-storage conversion
August 22, 2016FREDERICKSBURG, VA – After the recent conclusion of the entitlement process in Spotsylvania County, a venture between Ziff Properties, Inc. and Reliant Real Estate Management is set to acquire and…
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Ziff Properties plans self-storage conversion
August 21, 2016FREDERICKSBURG, VA – After the recent conclusion of the entitlement process in Spotsylvania County, a venture between Ziff Properties, Inc. and Reliant Real Estate Management is set to acquire and…
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First Citizens Bank and Blue Flour Bakery announce alliance on Main Street
August 17, 2016COLUMBIA, SC – First Citizens Bank announced it has formed an alliance with Blue Flour Bakery, based in Irmo, S.C. Teri Pringle, owner of Blue Flour Bakery, will become a…
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Verizon Wireless opens new ‘Smart Store’ in Easley, S.C.
August 17, 2016Company celebrates grand opening with ribbon-cutting event and $20,000 HopeLine grant to Safe Harbor EASLEY, S.C. – Verizon Wireless has opened its first “Smart Store” in Easley, now located at 4867 Calhoun…
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Ziff Properties sells Hardee’s outparcel
August 16, 2016Ziff Properties, Inc. today announced the disposition of a 0.96 acre outparcel within the mixed-use Cedar Springs Shopping Center, located in Spartanburg, SC. The sale price for the parcel, which…
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Ziff Properties sells Hardee’s outparcel
August 16, 2016Ziff Properties, Inc. today announced the disposition of a 0.96 acre outparcel within the mixed-use Cedar Springs Shopping Center, located in Spartanburg, SC. The sale price for the parcel, which…
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Shop local this Tax Free Weekend – August 5th-7th
August 1, 2016Devine Street and Five Points merchants are teaming up for their annual Summer Sidewalk Sale from August 5th – 7th. From 10am – 6pm each day, enjoy markdowns up to 90%…
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O2 Fitness announces monthly Athleta fitness series open to public
July 25, 2016O2 Fitness Clubs is teaming up with women’s fitness wear company Athleta to offer a free-to-the-public, in-store fitness series. The 45-minute group exercise classes led by premier O2 Fitness instructors…
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O2 Fitness announces monthly Athleta fitness series open to public
July 25, 2016O2 Fitness Clubs is teaming up with women’s fitness wear company Athleta to offer a free-to-the-public, in-store fitness series. The 45-minute group exercise classes led by premier O2 Fitness instructors…
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Petco expands retail presence with new location in Lexington, SC
July 6, 2016LEXINGTON, SC – In keeping with its fast-paced 2016 growth plan, which includes 26 new Petco stores and one new Unleashed by Petco year-to-date, Petco, a leading specialty retailer of premium…
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Mandy Coleman of National Restaurant Properties represents Brew Pub
June 28, 2016Mandy Coleman with National Restaurant Properties, LLC, represented the Tenant, Famulari’s Brew, LLC in the lease of 5656 square feet at 1291 Folly Road on James Island. National Restaurant…
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Mandy Coleman of National Restaurant Properties represents Brew Pub
June 28, 2016Mandy Coleman with National Restaurant Properties, LLC, represented the Tenant, Famulari’s Brew, LLC in the lease of 5656 square feet at 1291 Folly Road on James Island. National Restaurant…
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Ballentine Antiques & Storage adds U-Haul truck sharing℠
June 27, 2016U-Haul Company of South Carolina, Inc. announced that Ballentine Antiques & Storage has signed on as a U-Haul neighborhood dealer to serve the Irmo community. Ballentine Antiques & Storage at…
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Brasserie Dupont & Lost Abbey release collaboration beer: “Deux Amis”
June 9, 2016Iconic Belgian brewery teams up with award winning U.S. Brew Master to create groundbreaking Saison MOUNT PLEASANT, SC – One of the oldest and most respected producers of Belgian farmhouse…
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Caliber Collision revs up food drive to benefit Harvest Hope Food Bank
June 6, 2016As another school year draws to a close, Caliber Collision is revving up its 5th annual Rhythm Restoration Food Drive to help the Harvest Hope Food Bank provide meals for children who need…
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Barefoot Landing introduces new specialty shops
May 26, 2016New Merchants And A New Carousel Will Join The Exceptional Lineup At The Area’s Only Waterway Shopping, Dining And Entertainment Complex MYRTLE BEACH, SC – Burroughs & Chapin Company, Inc.…
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Barefoot Landing introduces new specialty shops
May 26, 2016New Merchants And A New Carousel Will Join The Exceptional Lineup At The Area’s Only Waterway Shopping, Dining And Entertainment Complex MYRTLE BEACH, SC – Burroughs & Chapin Company, Inc.…
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Walmart marks anniversary of Veterans Welcome Home Commitment with announcement of 3,387 veteran hires in South Carolina
May 24, 2016Today, Walmart announced it has hired 130,828 veterans since it announced its Veterans Welcome Home Commitment in May 2013*, including 3,387 in the State of South Carolina. Of those 130,828…
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Walmart marks anniversary of Veterans Welcome Home Commitment with announcement of 3,387 veteran hires in South Carolina
May 24, 2016Today, Walmart announced it has hired 130,828 veterans since it announced its Veterans Welcome Home Commitment in May 2013*, including 3,387 in the State of South Carolina. Of those 130,828…
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Lion’s Roar CrossFit announces grand opening
May 16, 2016First tenant to sign lease in Hampton Station opens doors GREENVILLE, SC – Greenville’s newest CrossFit box and Olympic Weightlifting gym, Lion’s Roar CrossFit, is proud to announce their grand…
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The Association of Corporate Counsel names Ogletree Deakins a 2016 ACC “Value Champion”
May 12, 2016The Association of Corporate Counsel (ACC) has named Ogletree Deakins as a 2016 ACC Value Champion for the firm’s value-based fee arrangement with hhgregg. The arrangement, leveraging the tools in…
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The Association of Corporate Counsel names Ogletree Deakins a 2016 ACC “Value Champion”
May 12, 2016The Association of Corporate Counsel (ACC) has named Ogletree Deakins as a 2016 ACC Value Champion for the firm’s value-based fee arrangement with hhgregg. The arrangement, leveraging the tools in…
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Walmart changes the grocery shopping game with new pickup service in Columbia
May 11, 2016Grocery shopping just got a whole lot easier for Columbia shoppers. Walmart, the largest grocer in the U.S., will be launching its online grocery pickup service at four Columbia-area stores…
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Walmart changes the grocery shopping game with new pickup service in Columbia
May 11, 2016Grocery shopping just got a whole lot easier for Columbia shoppers. Walmart, the largest grocer in the U.S., will be launching its online grocery pickup service at four Columbia-area stores…
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Couture bridal fashion arrives in Charleston
May 10, 2016Betty Bridal Atelier Charleston provides designs for the fashion-forward bride seeking the latest in high-end bridal attire Couture bridal boutique Betty Bridal Atelier Charleston today announced its official opening. Located…
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Maxtrix Kids Furniture opens flagship showroom in Mount Pleasant
May 9, 2016MOUNT PLEASANT, SC – Maxwood Furniture Inc. is bringing its revolutionary kids furniture system Maxtrix to the Charleston market with the opening of its first ever retail showroom called Maxtrix…
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Diamonds Direct donates to MUSC Children’s Hospital
May 4, 2016Diamonds Direct, a direct diamond importer based in Charlotte, N.C., with a new location in Mt. Pleasant, will present a check to the campaign for the MUSC Shawn Jenkins Children’s…
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Donna King selected as a finalist in Belk’s 2016 Southern Designer Showcase
May 2, 2016Belk Selects 19 Finalists to Compete in 2016 Southern Designer Showcase Finalists to present May 19 in Charlotte for the opportunity to have designs sold at Belk and on Belk.com…
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Amazon.com announces first quarter sales up 28% to $29.1 Billion
April 29, 2016SEATTLE, WA – Amazon.com, Inc. (NASDAQ: AMZN) announced financial results for its first quarter ended March 31, 2016. Operating cash flow increased 44% to $11.3 billion for the trailing twelve months, compared…
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Amazon.com announces first quarter sales up 28% to $29.1 Billion
April 29, 2016SEATTLE, WA – Amazon.com, Inc. (NASDAQ: AMZN) announced financial results for its first quarter ended March 31, 2016. Operating cash flow increased 44% to $11.3 billion for the trailing twelve months, compared…
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Special Report: The Craft Beer Craze is Here to Stay
April 29, 2016Colliers International, South Carolina – Special Market Report, Year End 2015 Craft beer is gaining popularity across the United States and influencing the way people consume beer. Craft brewers now…
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Special Report: The Craft Beer Craze is Here to Stay
April 29, 2016Colliers International, South Carolina – Special Market Report, Year End 2015 Craft beer is gaining popularity across the United States and influencing the way people consume beer. Craft brewers now…
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Don’t You Hate that Limpy Shirt Collar
April 28, 2016By L. Paul Cline How much do you spend on a quality shirt? $100? $150? The point is they’re not cheap. Quality is a priority at that price point.…
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Thomason joins ProSource Plumbing Supply
April 18, 2016ProSource Plumbing Supply – a Greenville-based wholesale supplier of commercial and residential plumbing fixtures, hardware and supplies – recently announced that Will Thomason has joined the company as Outside Sales…
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Scott Garvin, Architect, The Palmetto Compress Building
April 11, 2016The mission of the MidlandsBiz Podcast series is to support leadership in Giving Back, Diversity, Entrepreneurship, Continuous Education, the Knowledge Economy and the Arts. Thanks to our Sponsor: …
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Sam’s Club begins hiring in Columbia
April 6, 2016Club planning to bring approximately 175 new jobs Sam’s Club Hiring and Membership Center opens in Columbia; seeks applicants for new club. The company plans to hire approximately 175…
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Lane Bryant announces newest location in Mount Pleasant
April 5, 2016COLUMBUS, OH – Lane Bryant, the nation’s leading women’s special size apparel retailer, is excited to announce the Grand Opening of the brand’s newest location at Wando Crossing in Mt. Pleasant, SC.…
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Charleston Shop Curator Andrea Serrano to host Redefined grand opening party
April 5, 2016Local artist Daniel Velasco slated to be the official artist for the event CHARLESTON, SC – Redefined is pleased to announce that Andrea Serrano, the Charleston Shop Curator, will…
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Charleston Shop Curator Andrea Serrano to host Redefined grand opening party
April 4, 2016Local artist Daniel Velasco slated to be the official artist for the event CHARLESTON, SC – Redefined is pleased to announce that Andrea Serrano, the Charleston Shop Curator, will…
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Main and Stone live/work community announces three commercial tenants
April 4, 2016GREENVILLE, SC – Main and Stone LLC, an affiliate of Charleston-based developer The Beach Company, announced that it will welcome three new commercial tenants to its mixed-use community. Connecting three historic…
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