A Roadmap to Your Savings Journey
February 24, 2020
By Curtis Loftis South Carolina State Treasurer Saving money can be like driving a car. Your desired destination may be near or far, the direction you choose might change,…
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Highest Morningstar Rating for Wallick Investments’ Fidelis
February 16, 2020
Only the top 10% of products in each product category receive 5 stars.* 1 of only 7 RIA firms in SC to receive Morningstar Separate Account Ratings, Wallick Investments, LLC’s…
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Fiscal and economic expert talks about the national Debt at Presbyterian College
February 12, 2020
Fiscal and economic expert Romina Boccia considered three big questions during her recent lecture at Presbyterian College. She asked, “Does the nation’s fiscal situation look good or bad? What does…
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United Community Bank Ranks in Top 25 on Forbes List of America’s Best 100 Banks
February 5, 2020
United Community Banks, Inc. was recently recognized as one of America’s best banks by Forbes magazine for the seventh consecutive year. “America’s Best Banks 2020,” an article written by Antoine…
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New board members elected, community supporters honored at Senior Resources’ 52nd Annual Meeting
February 3, 2020
The Board of Directors at Senior Resources held its 52nd Annual Meeting on January 31, 2020, to celebrate the accomplishments of the past year, elect new board members and recognize the…
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Leading fiscal and economic expert to visit Presbyterian College to discuss the national debt
January 31, 2020
At $22 trillion, the U.S. national debt exceeds the size of the entire economy. That $67,000 per person share of the national debt is larger than a typical family’s total…
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Brenton Mackie joins First Reliance Bank as Regional Executive Midlands, SC
January 30, 2020
Brenton “Brent” Mackie has joined First Reliance Bank as Regional Executive Midlands, South Carolina. Mackie is responsible for the strategic market expansion of First Reliance Bank’s footprint in the Midlands…
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Southern First reports 2019 financial results
January 28, 2020
Southern First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: SFST), holding company for Southern First Bank, announced its financial results for the three-month period and year ended December 31, 2019. 2019 Fourth Quarter Highlights…
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United Community Bank strengthens community banking operations with addition of Keri Wise
January 28, 2020
United Community Bank has announced the addition of Keri Wise as Head of Retail Sales as part of their community banking leadership team. In this newly created role, Wise will…
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South State and CenterState to combine in merger of equals to create leading southeast regional bank
January 27, 2020
Merger Creates the 8th Largest Bank Headquartered in the Southeast WINTER HAVEN, FL & COLUMBIA, SC – CenterState Bank Corporation, the parent company of CenterState Bank, and South State Corporation,…
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United Community Banks, Inc. reports fourth quarter results
January 22, 2020
United Community Banks, Inc. announced its fourth quarter financial results, including strong year-over-year loan and deposit growth, operating efficiency and asset quality. Diluted earnings per share were $0.61, an increase…
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First Reliance Bank to concentrate resources on Mount Pleasant branch as sole location for the Charleston market
January 16, 2020
In concert with a banking industry trend to concentrate resources on its strongest branch locations, First Reliance Bank has announced that effective May of 2020, it will service the Charleston…
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Recipient of Servant’s Heart Award chosen as next executive director for Family Promise of the Midlands
January 13, 2020
Jeff Armstrong, an experienced non-profit administrator, has been named executive director of Family Promise of the Midlands. Since 2016, he has served United Way of the Midlands in various capacities:…
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South State Bank names state & regional presidents, adds commercial & treasury talent
January 9, 2020
COLUMBIA, SC – South State Bank announced presidents of North Carolina and Virginia, in addition to two regional presidents. The bank continues to build its Commercial and Treasury teams with…
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New directors elected to AgFirst Farm Credit Bank board
January 9, 2020
AgFirst Farm Credit Bank stockholders have elected two new directors and re-elected three incumbent directors to four-year terms. A new outside director also has been appointed to the board. All…
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Robert Dozier joins First Reliance Bank as Chief Banking Officer
January 7, 2020
Robert Dozier has joined First Reliance Bank as Chief Banking Officer. Dozier is responsible for corporate strategy and the strategic market expansion of First Reliance Bank’s footprint throughout the Carolinas.…
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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis announces new statewide Financial Literacy initiative
January 6, 2020
Goal is to energize and increase number of South Carolina teachers offering personal finance education in their classrooms South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis today announced the launch of the South…
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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis announces Moody’s has affirmed the State’s Aaa credit rating
December 18, 2019
State Treasurer Curtis Loftis announced that Moody’s Investment Services has affirmed South Carolina’s Aaa credit rating. Further the outlook for the state’s rating was deemed stable, given the expectation that…
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SC Community Loan Fund earns $500,000 grant from Wells Fargo to spark small business growth
December 13, 2019
Wells Fargo announced a new boost to diverse small businesses in South Carolina with a $500,000 grant to South Carolina Community Loan Fund (SCCLF), focusing on helping small-business owners with…
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WomenInc. Magazine recognizes UCBI Board Members on 2019 Most Influential Corporate Directors list
December 13, 2019
United Community Banks, Inc. announced two members of its Board of Directors – Jennifer Mann and Cathy Cox – were named to WomenInc. Magazine’s 2019 list of Most Influential Corporate…
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COO Kevin Blair appointed Synovus president
December 12, 2019
Synovus Financial Corp. announced Kevin Blair as president, effectively immediately. He will continue in his role as chief operating officer (COO), reporting directly to Synovus Chairman and CEO Kessel Stelling.…
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TD Bank ranks no. 1 in SBA lending in its Maine-to-Florida footprint
December 12, 2019
TD Bank helped more than 2,900 businesses grow in 2019 through its U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) lending program. TD Bank ranked No.1 for the third consecutive year in total…
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South Carolina Federal to merge with Health Facilities Federal Credit Union
December 9, 2019
South Carolina Federal Credit Union announced an upcoming merger with Health Facilities Federal Credit Union, after an affirmative membership vote held November 21, 2019. South Carolina Federal, at nearly $2…
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AllSouth made a difference in the community in 2019
December 4, 2019
AllSouth is dedicated to giving back and making a difference in the communities it proudly serves. In 2019, AllSouth implemented a new volunteer program which offered opportunities for their team…
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United Way of the Midlands hosts panel discussion on managing end-of-year finances for December 4 Leadership Learning Lab event
November 27, 2019
United Way of the Midlands’ Leadership Learning Lab series (3LS) will host a panel discussion on Wednesday, December 4 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. called Finances Life Hack: QuickBooks…
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Kelly Carter named Chief Financial Officer of SAFE Federal Credit Union
November 20, 2019
SAFE Federal Credit Union has selected Kelly Carter, CPA as its new Chief Financial Officer. Carter succeeds Debbie Jordan who will retire in early 2020 with more than 41 years…
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Highest Morningstar RatingTM for Wallick Investments’ Fidelis composite for 3-year risk-adjusted performance as of September 30, 2019
November 19, 20191 of only 7 RIA firms in SC to receive Morningstar Separate Account Ratings, Wallick Investments, LLC’s Fidelis composite received a 5-star Morningstar Rating among 464 large-cap value products for…
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United Community Bank launches new website
November 7, 2019
As part of its ongoing effort to provide a high level of service to all customers, United Community Bank is proud to announce the launch of its new website. Still…
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TD Bank names Mike Farmer regional vice president
November 1, 2019
Accomplished Banking Executive Joins Midlands Team TD Bank has named Mike Farmer as regional vice president for the Midlands market. He will be responsible for managing a team of commercial…
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2019 official SC Top 25 Fastest Growing Companies
October 23, 2019
South Carolina’s Fastest Growing Companies competition is the annual ranking of the Palmetto State’s 25 most dynamic and successful companies. This event is presented by The Capital Corporation and co-sponsored…
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United Community Banks, Inc. reports Third Quarter Results
October 23, 2019
United Community Banks, Inc. reported strong third quarter financial results, including solid year-over-year loan and deposit growth, record operating efficiency and strong asset quality. Diluted earnings per share were $0.60,…
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Southern First reports results for third quarter 2019
October 22, 2019
Southern First Bancshares, Inc., holding company for Southern First Bank, today announced its financial results for the three- and nine-month periods ended September 30, 2019. 2019 Third Quarter Highlights •…
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Bob Graham joins South State corporate insurance team
October 18, 2019
South State Bank announced Bob Graham has joined the company as corporate insurance program manager. “Already a trusted advisor to South State, Bob has long been acknowledged for his insight…
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Mercedes-Benz Financial Services USA names Tobias Waldeck vice president and head of Daimler Truck Financial
October 16, 2019
Mercedes-Benz Financial Services USA LLC, a leading automotive financial services provider, announced the appointment of Tobias Waldeck as vice president of the company’s business unit, Daimler Truck Financial. Daimler Truck…
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First Community Corporation announces third quarter results and cash dividend third quarter highlights
October 16, 2019
Highlights Net income of $2.898 million. Diluted EPS of $0.39 per common share. Net loan growth of $8.4 million during the quarter, an annualized growth rate of 4.6%. Pure deposit…
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Edward Jones associates join the Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimers
October 10, 2019
Edward Jones Raises Funds and Awareness for Alzheimer’s Disease as Title Sponsor The financial service firm is the national presenting sponsor of this year’s walk and has committed $12 million…
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VentureSouth closes Angel Fund III at record pace
October 8, 2019
VentureSouth announced that it has closed its third sidecar investment fund, the VentureSouth Angel Fund III, at a record pace, reaching its maximum target size of $5 million. Raised during…
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South State Community Development Officer lends expertise to Economic Summit
October 4, 2019
Nathaniel A. Barber, community development and Community Reinvestment Act officer at South State Bank, is a featured panelist at the 2019 South Carolina NAACP Economic Summit. The event will be…
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Southern First named a top performing bank by Sandler O’Neill
October 4, 2019
Southern First Bancshares, Inc., holding company for Southern First Bank, has been named by Sandler O’Neill + Partners, L.P. as one of the nation’s top performing small-cap banks and thrifts,…
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South Carolina Federal named one of the Best Credit Unions to Work For
October 3, 2019
South Carolina Federal Credit Union has been named one of the 2019 Best Credit Unions to Work For in a survey by Credit Union Journal. South Carolina Federal ranked #2 on the list,…
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ABLE 529s: A Special Account for Special Needs
October 3, 2019
By Aaron E. Graham Abacus You may be familiar with 529 accounts. 529 Plans are so named from the originating IRS Code section and serve as tax-advantaged college savings…
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Southern First named a top performing bank by Sandler O’Neill
October 2, 2019
Southern First Bancshares, Inc., holding company for Southern First Bank, has been named by Sandler O’Neill + Partners, L.P. as one of the nation’s top performing small-cap banks and thrifts,…
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South Carolina Federal expands services to Lexington
September 27, 2019
South Carolina Federal Credit Union announced the addition of a Lexington, South Carolina financial center to its portfolio. The financial center is located at 5075 Sunset Blvd, Lexington, SC 29072.…
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South Carolina Business Awards announces the recipients for the SC Economic Impact Award and the SC Excellence in Business Awards
September 16, 2019
South Carolina Business Awards, home of the Official SC TOP 25 Fastest Growing Companies program, announced the recipient for the 2019 South Carolina Economic Impact Award is ScanSource. The SC…
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Wade Pfau, renowned retirement income expert, to speak at the FPA of South Carolina annual symposium
September 6, 2019
The Financial Planning Association of South Carolina announced today that Wade Pfau, Ph.D., CFP, will speak at their annual symposium and sponsor expo being held on Thursday, October 10 and…
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VC3’s Clark Cooper completes National Certified Government Chief Information Officer program
September 5, 2019
Clark Cooper, a Virtual Chief Information Officer at VC3, graduated from the University of North Carolina’s (UNC) School of Government National Certified Government Chief Information Officer (CGCIO) program. The CGCIO…
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United Community Bank named one of the Best Banks to Work For in United States
August 30, 2019
United Community Bank is proud to have been named one of the Best Banks to Work For in 2019 by American Banker and Best Companies Group. This recognition is based…
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Eric Schelble joins United Community Bank in Columbia
August 26, 2019
United Community Bank announced the addition of Eric Schelble as Vice President/Commercial Relationship Manager. Schelble is the fourth person to join United’s newly launched team in the Midlands. “Eric is…
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AllSouth collects school supplies for R.E. Davis College Preparatory Academy
August 20, 2019
AllSouth Federal Credit Union organized a school supply drive to benefit students at R.E. Davis College Preparatory Academy. AllSouth locations in Sumter collected much needed school supplies for two weeks…
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Countybank’s CFO Scott begins term as S.C. Bankers School Chair
August 14, 2019
Annette L. Scott, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, of Greenwood headquartered Countybank began a one-year term as chair of the South Carolina Bankers School on July 15. The…
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