Security Federal Corporation announces cash dividend
May 8, 2017
Security Federal Corporation (OTCBB:SFDL), parent company of Security Federal Bank, announced that a quarterly dividend of $ .09 per share will be paid on or about June 15, 2017 to…
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Local Edward Jones team participates in advanced training
May 8, 2017Tina Warner and David Wallace David Wallace, a financial advisor with the financial services firm Edward Jones in St. Andrews / Irmo community, and Tina Warner, a branch office…
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The Capital Corporation advises SolBright Renewable Energy, LLC on its sale to Arkados Group, Inc.
May 8, 2017
Transaction: The Capital Corporation is pleased to announce the sale of SolBright Renewable Energy (“SolBright”, headquartered in Charleston, South Carolina) to Arkados Group (“Arkados”, headquartered in Newark, New Jersey). SolBright…
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United Community Bank recognized for highest customer satisfaction in Southeast by J.D. Power
May 8, 2017
United receives award for fourth consecutive year United Community Bank has been recognized for the highest customer satisfaction score in the Southeast by the J.D. Power 2017 U.S. Retail Banking…
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GrandSouth Bancorporation reports earnings for the first quarter of 2017
May 7, 2017
GrandSouth Bancorporation (OTCQB: GRRB), the holding company for GrandSouth Bank, announced that net income for the quarter ended March 31, 2017 was $95 thousand compared to $1.5 million during the…
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South Carolina Federal Credit Union hosting free document shredding event
May 3, 2017
South Carolina Federal Credit Union is hosting a free document shredding event on Saturday, May 6, 2017 from 9 a.m. – 1p.m., at its James Island financial center, located at…
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Michael Baker named executive VP at SAFE Federal Credit Union
May 3, 2017Michael Baker, who has worked at SAFE Federal Credit Union for more than 16 years, has been named SAFE’s executive vice president. Baker, most recently vice president of operations, now…
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Michael Baker named executive VP at SAFE Federal Credit Union
May 3, 2017
Michael Baker, who has worked at SAFE Federal Credit Union for more than 16 years, has been named SAFE’s executive vice president. Baker, most recently vice president of operations, now…
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SANDLAPPER Securities, LLC engaged by HC Government Realty Trust, Inc. for $30 million Capital Raise
April 29, 2017
SANDLAPPER Securities, LLC has been engaged by HC Government Realty Trust, Inc. to raise up to $30 million for their public real estate investment trust (“REIT”). The REIT is focused…
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Southern First reports results for first quarter of 2017
April 26, 2017
Southern First Bancshares, Inc. holding company for Southern First Bank, today reported net income available to the common shareholders of $3.1 million, or $0.46 per diluted share, for the first…
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Southern First reports results for first quarter of 2017
April 25, 2017Southern First Bancshares, Inc. holding company for Southern First Bank, today reported net income available to the common shareholders of $3.1 million, or $0.46 per diluted share, for the first…
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Southern First reports results for first quarter of 2017
April 25, 2017
Southern First Bancshares, Inc. holding company for Southern First Bank, today reported net income available to the common shareholders of $3.1 million, or $0.46 per diluted share, for the first…
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CresCom Bank’s Katie Skeen named branch manager for Conway
April 24, 2017
CresCom Bank, the community-banking leader within the Carolinas, has promoted Katie Skeen as branch manager for its Conway, South Carolina location. Previously, Skeen served as branch manager for the Elizabethtown…
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CresCom bank welcomes new branch manager in Elizabethtown
April 24, 2017
CresCom Bank, the community-banking leader within the Carolinas, has named Debbie Earl as the new branch manager for its Elizabethtown branch. Earl, who is an active leader in the Elizabethtown…
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Nachman Norwood & Parrott’s Bob Nachman named Top 1200 Financial Advisor by Barron’s
April 24, 2017
Nachman Norwood & Parrott’s (NNP) managing director Bob Nachman (pictured) was ranked among Barron’s Top 1200 Financial Advisors in the country for 2017. “It’s a true honor to be recognized…
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Carolina Financial Corporation reports results for first quarter of 2017
April 24, 2017
Carolina Financial Corporation today announced financial results for the first quarter of 2017. Operational highlights for the three months ended March 31, 2017 include: On January 25, 2017, the Company…
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Carolina Financial Corporation reports results for first quarter of 2017
April 24, 2017
Carolina Financial Corporation today announced financial results for the first quarter of 2017. Operational highlights for the three months ended March 31, 2017 include: On January 25, 2017, the Company…
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Security Federal Corporation announces increase in earnings for the quarter ended March 31, 2017
April 24, 2017Security Federal Corporation, the holding company for Security Federal Bank, today announced results for the quarter ended March 31, 2017. Net income available to common shareholders increased $22,000 or 1.4%…
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Wells Fargo donates $350,000 for Columbia-area revitalization efforts
April 24, 2017
Local NeighborhoodLIFT grants address economic and workforce development, youth programs and neighborhood beautification for Columbia Wells Fargo & Company (NYSE: WFC) today announced a total of $350,000 in donations for…
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Nachman Norwood & Parrott’s Bob Nachman named Top 1200 Financial Advisor by Barron’s
April 24, 2017
Nachman Norwood & Parrott’s (NNP) managing director Bob Nachman (pictured) was ranked among Barron’s Top 1200 Financial Advisors in the country for 2017. “It’s a true honor to be recognized…
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Furman Capital Advisors recent transaction
April 23, 2017SALES Greenville, South Carolina: Edward Wingate of Furman Capital Advisors represented the seller, 1613 EastNorth Street, LLC, in the sale of an 8,209 SF office investment property located at 1613…
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United Community Bank expands Greenville team
April 20, 2017
Michele Roark Joins as Community Banking Sales and Service Manager United Community Bank is pleased to welcome Michele Roark to the team as a Vice President and Community Banking Sales…
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United Community Banks, Inc. announces appointment of Jefferson Harralson as CFO
April 20, 2017
United Community Banks, Inc. announced today the appointment of Jefferson L. Harralson as executive vice president and chief financial officer of both the parent company and its banking subsidiary, United…
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United Community Bank expands Greenville team
April 20, 2017
Michele Roark Joins as Community Banking Sales and Service Manager United Community Bank is pleased to welcome Michele Roark to the team as a Vice President and Community Banking Sales…
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United Community Banks, Inc. announces appointment of Jefferson Harralson as CFO
April 20, 2017
United Community Banks, Inc. announced today the appointment of Jefferson L. Harralson as executive vice president and chief financial officer of both the parent company and its banking subsidiary, United…
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Sharonview Federal Credit Union opens branch in Spartanburg
April 19, 2017
Sharonview Federal Credit Union, one of the nation’s top 200 credit unions, is excited to announce that its new Spartanburg location is now open. A full-service branch, it offers a variety…
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First Community Corporation announces first quarter results and cash dividend
April 19, 2017
First Community Corporation (Nasdaq: FCCO), the holding company for First Community Bank, reported net income for the first quarter of 2017. Net income for the first quarter of 2017 was…
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SANDLAPPER Securities, LLC helps raise more than $45,000 in latest philanthropic efforts
April 19, 2017
SANDLAPPER Securities, LLC (“SANDLAPPER”) announced helping raise over $33,000 for Center for Developmental Services (“CDS”) at the 2017 Cornhole Derby and $12,000 for T.E.A.R.S (True Evangelism Always Requires Sacrifice) during…
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Paige Siniard joins FinTrust Investment Advisors
April 19, 2017FinTrust Investment Advisors announced that Paige Siniard has joined the firm as Director of Marketing and Client Engagement. Siniard has a B.A., Journalism from the University of Georgia, Athens, and…
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Paige Siniard joins FinTrust Investment Advisors
April 19, 2017
FinTrust Investment Advisors announced that Paige Siniard has joined the firm as Director of Marketing and Client Engagement. Siniard has a B.A., Journalism from the University of Georgia, Athens, and…
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Paige Siniard joins FinTrust Investment Advisors
April 19, 2017
FinTrust Investment Advisors announced that Paige Siniard has joined the firm as Director of Marketing and Client Engagement. Siniard has a B.A., Journalism from the University of Georgia, Athens, and…
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SAFE Federal Credit Union names Darrell Merkel president and CEO
April 18, 2017Darrell Merkel, who served SAFE Federal Credit Union for nearly 30 years, has returned to the credit union in the role of president and CEO. Merkel, who retired as executive…
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SAFE Federal Credit Union names Darrell Merkel president and CEO
April 18, 2017
Darrell Merkel, who served SAFE Federal Credit Union for nearly 30 years, has returned to the credit union in the role of president and CEO. Merkel, who retired as executive…
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CommunityWorks opens 2017 Excellence in Entrepreneurship Awards nominations
April 13, 2017
Today, CommunityWorks (CW) announced the opening of its nominations for the 2017 Excellence in Entrepreneurship awards. Awards will be presented at the annual Excellence in Entrepreneurship Awards Reception on Tuesday,…
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CommunityWorks opens 2017 Excellence in Entrepreneurship awards nominations
April 13, 2017
Today, CommunityWorks (CW) announced the opening of its nominations for the 2017 Excellence in Entrepreneurship awards. Awards will be presented at the annual Excellence in Entrepreneurship Awards Reception on Tuesday,…
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VentureSouth announces first quarter investments
April 13, 2017
VentureSouth announced several investments the network executed in the first quarter of 2017. The network of angel groups and funds made its largest investment last quarter in TiO Home. TiO…
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VentureSouth announces first quarter investments
April 13, 2017
VentureSouth announced several investments the network executed in the first quarter of 2017. The network of angel groups and funds made its largest investment last quarter in TiO Home. TiO…
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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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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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