First Community Bank to expand Upstate South Carolina presence
April 12, 2017
First Community Corporation (Nasdaq: FCCO), the holding company of First Community Bank, and Cornerstone Bancorp, the holding company of Cornerstone National Bank, jointly announced the signing of a definitive merger…
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Countybank announces Upstate expansion
April 3, 2017
Developing New Full-Service Banking Branches In Greer And Anderson. New Greer and Anderson Locations Focus on Comprehensive Financial Solutions for the Upstate Community. Countybank announced the expansion of its branch…
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Creative SAFE Federal Credit Union Mortgage marketing campaign wins industry award
April 3, 2017SAFE Federal Credit Union has won a top marketing award from the Credit Union National Association (CUNA) Marketing & Business Development Council. The Diamond Award for brand awareness, given out…
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Creative SAFE Federal Credit Union Mortgage marketing campaign wins industry award
April 3, 2017SAFE Federal Credit Union has won a top marketing award from the Credit Union National Association (CUNA) Marketing & Business Development Council. The Diamond Award for brand awareness, given out…
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United Community Banks announces annual meeting of shareholders
March 31, 2017United Community Banks, Inc. announced that it will host its annual shareholders’ meeting at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, May 10, 2017 at The Ridges Resort in Young Harris, Georgia. United’s…
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United Community Banks announces annual meeting of shareholders
March 31, 2017United Community Banks, Inc. announced that it will host its annual shareholders’ meeting at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, May 10, 2017 at The Ridges Resort in Young Harris, Georgia. United’s…
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Regional bank executive Hammond Edwards joins Resource Financial Services
March 30, 2017Resource Financial Services, a privately owned mortgage banker headquartered in Columbia, SC, announced today that Hammond Edwards, a banking executive with more than 30 years experience, has joined their team…
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Regional bank executive Hammond Edwards joins Resource Financial Services
March 30, 2017
Resource Financial Services, a privately owned mortgage banker headquartered in Columbia, SC, announced today that Hammond Edwards, a banking executive with more than 30 years experience, has joined their team…
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2017 Community Banking Month
March 28, 2017
By Teresa Taylor Executive Director The Independent Banks of SC Where you choose to bank matters. Your choice of bank is your vote on where your money goes. Are…
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2017 Community Banking Month
March 28, 2017
By Teresa Taylor Executive Director The Independent Banks of SC Where you choose to bank matters. Your choice of bank is your vote on where your money goes. Are…
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21 area students receive scholarships from SAFE Federal Credit Union
March 23, 2017SAFE Federal Credit Union has named 21 Midlands high school students as recipients of its annual college scholarships. The scholarships, worth $1,000 each toward tuition, were announced during SAFE’s annual…
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21 area students receive scholarships from SAFE Federal Credit Union
March 23, 2017
SAFE Federal Credit Union has named 21 Midlands high school students as recipients of its annual college scholarships. The scholarships, worth $1,000 each toward tuition, were announced during SAFE’s annual…
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SAFE Federal Credit Union announces results of Board of Directors election
March 22, 2017SAFE Federal Credit Union members returned two incumbent members to the Board of Directors and added one new member in the annual board election. Paul Holder and Kay Oldhouser Davis…
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SAFE Federal Credit Union announces results of Board of Directors election
March 22, 2017
SAFE Federal Credit Union members returned two incumbent members to the Board of Directors and added one new member in the annual board election. Paul Holder and Kay Oldhouser Davis…
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Susan H. Wallick named principal with Wallick Investments, LLC
March 21, 2017Nationally-ranked Wallick Investments, LLC, a South Carolina-based Registered Investment Advisory firm, announced that Mrs. Susan H. Wallick, long-time contributor to Wallick Investments, has been named a principal in the firm.…
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Susan H. Wallick named principal with Wallick Investments, LLC
March 21, 2017
Nationally-ranked Wallick Investments, LLC, a South Carolina-based Registered Investment Advisory firm, announced that Mrs. Susan H. Wallick, long-time contributor to Wallick Investments, has been named a principal in the firm.…
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First Reliance Bank announces new Board Chair
March 20, 2017FLORENCE, SC – First Reliance Bank has announced the appointment of J. Munford Scott, Jr. as Chairman of the Board. Scott has served as a Director of First Reliance Bank…
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First Reliance Bank announces new Board Chair
March 20, 2017FLORENCE, SC – First Reliance Bank has announced the appointment of J. Munford Scott, Jr. as Chairman of the Board. Scott has served as a Director of First Reliance Bank…
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First Reliance Bank announces new Board Chair
March 20, 2017
FLORENCE, SC – First Reliance Bank has announced the appointment of J. Munford Scott, Jr. as Chairman of the Board. Scott has served as a Director of First Reliance Bank…
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District Five Office of Finance & Operations awarded GFOA Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting
March 16, 2017Lexington-Richland School District Five’s Office of Finance and Operations has been awarded the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting by the Government Finance Officers Association of the…
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Watrous joins Southern First
March 15, 2017GREENVILLE, SC – Southern First Bancshares, Inc., holding company for Southern First Bank, announced that Emily Watrous has joined the bank as Executive Vice President, Human Resources. Prior to Watrous…
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Watrous joins Southern First
March 15, 2017
GREENVILLE, SC – Southern First Bancshares, Inc., holding company for Southern First Bank, announced that Emily Watrous has joined the bank as Executive Vice President, Human Resources. Prior to Watrous…
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United Community Bank welcomes Commercial Relationship Manager
March 15, 2017
GREENVILLE, SC – United Community Bank is pleased to announce the newest addition to its Greenville team, Commercial Relationship Manager, Laura Hodge. Hodge brings more than 15 years of experience in…
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Watrous joins Southern First
March 15, 2017
GREENVILLE, SC – Southern First Bancshares, Inc., holding company for Southern First Bank, announced that Emily Watrous has joined the bank as Executive Vice President, Human Resources. Prior to Watrous…
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SAFE Federal Credit Union hosts annual meeting March 20 in Sumter
March 2, 2017Nearly 3,000 members of SAFE Federal Credit Union from across the Midlands are expected to attend the credit union’s annual business meeting on Monday, March 20, in Sumter. Results of…
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SAFE Federal Credit Union hosts annual meeting March 20 in Sumter
March 2, 2017
Nearly 3,000 members of SAFE Federal Credit Union from across the Midlands are expected to attend the credit union’s annual business meeting on Monday, March 20, in Sumter. Results of…
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College of Charleston School of Business club to offer free finance classes to the general public
March 1, 2017Students from the College of Charleston School of Business’ Microfinance Club are hosting free finance classes to help community members better plan for their future. Business students with a passion…
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New JEDA bonds assist Bishop Gadsden Episcopal Retirement Community
February 28, 2017
Bishop Gadsden Episcopal Retirement Community is using a $11.16 million bond issue through the South Carolina Jobs-Economic Development Authority (JEDA) to refinance earlier bond issues. The Series 2016 tax exempt…
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New JEDA bonds assist Bishop Gadsden Episcopal Retirement Community
February 28, 2017
Bishop Gadsden Episcopal Retirement Community is using a $11.16 million bond issue through the South Carolina Jobs-Economic Development Authority (JEDA) to refinance earlier bond issues. The Series 2016 tax exempt…
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TD Charitable Foundation gives $250,000 to International African American Museum
February 27, 2017
The TD Charitable Foundation, the charitable giving arm of TD Bank has provided $250,000 to the International African American Museum’s Center for Family History, where African Americans will have the…
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TD Charitable Foundation gives $250,000 to International African American Museum
February 27, 2017
The TD Charitable Foundation, the charitable giving arm of TD Bank, America’s Most Convenient Bank® has provided $250,000 to the International African American Museum’s Center for Family History, where African…
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CresCom Bank welcomes Ryan Barnes as new Vice President and Commercial Loan Officer
February 21, 2017
CresCom Bank, the community-banking leader within the Carolinas, is pleased to welcome Ryan Barnes as its new vice president and commercial loan officer for the Columbia branches. Barnes joins CresCom…
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First Reliance reports record 4Q16 pre-tax income of $1.4 million
February 21, 2017
FLORENCE, SC – First Reliance Bancshares, Inc. (OTC: FSRL), the holding company for First Reliance Bank, reported fourth quarter 2016 pre-tax profits of $1,441,795. This is the 12th consecutive quarter…
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First Reliance reports record 4Q16 pre-tax income of $1.4 million
February 21, 2017
FLORENCE, SC – First Reliance Bancshares, Inc. (OTC: FSRL), the holding company for First Reliance Bank, reported fourth quarter 2016 pre-tax profits of $1,441,795. This is the 12th consecutive quarter…
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CresCom bank announces Stacy Craft as new banking officer and loan servicing manager
February 20, 2017
CresCom Bank, the community-banking leader within the Carolinas, has promoted Stacy Craft to the position of banking officer and loan-servicing manager. In her new position, Craft will lead the loan…
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Wallick Investments’ February 2017 performance update
February 17, 2017Wallick Investments’ Fidelis Composite portfolio, a combination of award-winning Wallick Investments’ core growth strategy (#4 in the nation for 7-year return) and large-cap value Dividend Focused offering, achieved a Morningstar®…
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Wallick Investments’ February 2017 performance update
February 17, 2017
Wallick Investments’ Fidelis Composite portfolio, a combination of award-winning Wallick Investments’ core growth strategy (#4 in the nation for 7-year return) and large-cap value Dividend Focused offering, achieved a Morningstar®…
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BB&T expanding its Greenville County operations
February 16, 2017
Financial Services Company Investing $30 Million In New Mauldin Facility BB&T, one of the largest financial services holding companies in the United States, today announced the construction of a new…
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BB&T expanding its Greenville County operations
February 16, 2017
Financial Services Company Investing $30 Million In New Mauldin Facility BB&T, one of the largest financial services holding companies in the United States, today announced the construction of a new…
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SAFE Federal Credit Union names Jim Rasmus its VP of human resources
February 14, 2017Jim Rasmus, an accomplished human resources executive with experience at major companies across several industries, is the new vice president of human resources for SAFE Federal Credit Union. Rasmus comes…
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United Community Bank awards sales and service champions for fourth quarter
February 14, 2017
United Announces Fourth Quarter Winners United Community Bank awarded eight individuals and six branch teams for their outstanding performance during the fourth quarter of 2016. This recognition is part of…
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SAFE Federal Credit Union names Jim Rasmus its VP of human resources
February 14, 2017
Jim Rasmus, an accomplished human resources executive with experience at major companies across several industries, is the new vice president of human resources for SAFE Federal Credit Union. Rasmus comes…
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First Community Bank names DeeDee Kehl as Newberry Market Executive
February 13, 2017
First Community Bank announced that DeeDee Kehl has joined its team as the Market Executive/Vice President for the Newberry community. With more than 30 years in the financial services industry,…
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Andrew Rabuck promoted to Senior Vice President of Woodforest National Bank
February 6, 2017
THE WOODLANDS,TX – Woodforest National Bank recently announced the promotion of Andrew Rabuck, to Senior Vice President of their South Carolina division comprised of 32 branches and 185 employees. With…
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Carolina Alliance reports its 2016 annual and fourth quarter results
February 1, 2017
Carolina Alliance Bank (OTCQX:CRLN) today reported its 2016 annual and fourth quarter financial results. Net income available to common shareholders of $4.1 million, or $0.63 per diluted common share, was…
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Ameris Bank Mortgage Services welcomes Craig Benton as new Upstate Regional Mortgage Manager
February 1, 2017
GREENVILLE, SC – Ameris Bank Mortgage Services is pleased to announce that Craig Benton has joined the Ameris Bank team. As the Upstate Regional Mortgage Manager, Benton will be responsible…
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SANDLAPPER Securities, LLC raises $40.34 million for six land acquisitions for Webb Creek Management Group, LLC
February 1, 2017
SANDLAPPER Securities, LLC (“SANDLAPPER”) raised $40.34 million for six land acquisitions syndications (“Companies”) sponsored by Webb Creek Management Group, LLC (“Webb Creek”) in 2016. Webb Creek Management Group, LLC, is…
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South Carolina Federal Credit Union announces 7th Annual Scholarship Competition
February 1, 2017
South Carolina Federal Credit Union announces its 7th Annual Scholarship Competition. The program provides financial education and community engagement opportunities for 15 to 25 year olds throughout the region. The…
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The Capital Corporation advises Southeastern Dock & Door, LLC on its sale to ASSA ABLOY
February 1, 2017Transaction: The Capital Corporation is pleased to announce the sale of Southeastern Dock & Door (headquartered in Greenville, South Carolina) to ASSA ABLOY (headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden). Southeastern Dock &…
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The Capital Corporation advises Southeastern Dock & Door, LLC on its sale to ASSA ABLOY
February 1, 2017Transaction: The Capital Corporation is pleased to announce the sale of Southeastern Dock & Door (headquartered in Greenville, South Carolina) to ASSA ABLOY (headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden). Southeastern Dock &…
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