First Reliance Bank and community partners made dreams come true for a Lexington School District Four student
November 1, 2021
First Reliance Bank is a community bank in all aspects of the term. The longtime Florence, S.C. headquartered bank serves communities all over South and North Carolina by providing expert…
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Wingard’s Market expands Gift Shoppe and announces dates for holiday open house
October 26, 2021
Just in time for the Holidays, Wingard’s Market, one of the state’s most recognizable destination plant and flower markets, is expanding its Gift Shoppe to allow for additional unique merchandise…
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Terminix Warns of Increased Fire Risks Posed by Rodents
October 20, 2021
The National Pest Management Association (NPMA) has declared October 17-23, 2021, as Rodent Awareness Week, an annual observance to promote greater awareness about the threats rodents pose to health and…
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Sustain SC, Furman University Shi Institute for Sustainable Communities announce inaugural class for Sustainability Leadership Initiative
September 29, 2021
Professionals to participate in six-session program focused on sustainability Sustain SC and the Furman University Shi Institute for Sustainable Communities has selected a group of professionals across various sectors to…
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MTC opens Welding Technology Center to meet employer demand
September 23, 2021
Midlands Technical College held a ribbon cutting and grand opening for the college’s new Welding Technology Center today. The education and training facility is located on Kentucky Avenue on the…
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Local trucking start-up expands to hire COO
September 16, 2021
Erin Curtis joins Motor Supply, Inc Motor Supply, Inc., a Midlands-based long-haul trucking company, is expanding after hiring Erin Curtis as its first chief operating officer to oversee the company’s…
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Local resident launches Fetch! Pet Care to serve pet owners in the Midlands
September 15, 2021
Meredith Pope Embraces Entrepreneurship to Pursue her Passion for Animals Fetch! Pet Care, America’s largest franchised provider of professional dog walking and in-home pet sitting services, is bringing experienced and…
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Businesses, community members invited to discuss key state legislative issues at Lexington Chamber Grassroots Meeting
September 14, 2021
The Lexington Chamber and Visitors Center will be hosting the South Carolina Chamber of Commerce’s Grassroots Regional Meeting on Tuesday, September 21 at 8:15 a.m. at the Chamber, located at…
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Duke Energy provides $25,000 grant to DESA’s nonprofit organization, Joseph Outreach
September 9, 2021
Joseph Outreach, the nonprofit arm of DESA, Inc., has received a grant from The Duke Energy Foundation to benefit returning citizens in South Carolina. The grant is one of 10…
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IAA relocates in South Carolina adds new Colorado branch
September 7, 2021
IAA, Inc. (NYSE: IAA), a leading global digital marketplace connecting vehicle buyers and sellers, announces a new branch, located in Colorado Springs (CO), bringing the total number of branches in…
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Flock and Rally earns three IABC/SC Palmetto Awards of Excellence
August 30, 2021
Integrated marketing agency earns three awards for media relations, marketing, advertising and brand communication Flock and Rally, a women-owned integrated communications and marketing agency headquartered in Columbia, S.C., was honored…
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ERG Payroll & HR is now guHRoo
August 24, 2021
ERG undergoes rebrand and expands to offer PEO service in Columbia, South Carolina After seven years of operating under the brand of ERG Payroll & HR, the company is rebranding…
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PPP Direct Borrower Forgiveness Portal surpasses expectations, accepts more than 340K submissions
August 19, 2021
SBA portal significantly outpacing top PPP lenders not utilizing the Agency’s direct forgiveness tool in forgiveness submissions COLUMBIA, S.C.– Since the opening of the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) Direct Borrower Forgiveness Portal on August 4, the U.S. Small Business Administration has received more than 340,000 submissions from…
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Greater CWC Chamber & Visitors Program has impressive lineup for monthly breakfast
August 18, 2021
The Greater CWC Chamber & Visitors Program continues to love local with its August partners breakfast by showcasing a talented group of dynamic community-focused individuals, businesses and programs. The breakfast…
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A Conversation with Laura McGorman, Facebook’s Data For Good team
August 17, 2021
What can Facebook activity tell us about the area’s recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic? That’s the subject of new data released recently by Facebook’s Data for Good project and the…
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AllSouth Federal Credit Union to open new branch in Orangeburg County in fall 2021
August 17, 2021
AllSouth Federal Credit Union will open a new full-service branch located at 1588 St. Matthews Road in Orangeburg County in fall 2021. The new location was designed by Design Initiative…
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Palmetto GBA retains Third Party Administrator (TPA) contract for additional 5 years
August 16, 2021
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has awarded Palmetto GBA the Third Party Administrator (TPA) contract. The Affordable Care Act (ACA) of 2010 initiated the need for a Coverage Gap Discount…
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Carolina Business Equipment recognized as one of top eight dealers in the country
August 10, 2021Last week, on Wednesday, August 4, Carolina Business Equipment (CBE) was one of just eight Sharp Electronics dealerships in the country to be recognized by corporate for their work in…
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ERG Payroll & HR welcomes Nikki Hewett to growing team
August 9, 2021
Hewett appointed new Operations Coordinator at ERG in Columbia, South Carolina Nikki Hewett has joined ERG Payroll & HR as the Operations Coordinator. Hewett will be responsible for operational excellence…
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Vault Consulting expands to the Carolinas
August 9, 2021
DC metro-based accounting and research firm, Vault Consulting announces expansion into the Carolinas Vault Consulting, the nation’s leading accounting and research firm for nonprofits and associations, today announced its expansion…
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Don’t Miss the Next Eat Learn Grow Series on 8/11
August 3, 2021
Eat Learn Grow – Small Business Consulting Series | Hosted by Karen R. Jenkins from KRJ Consulting August 11th at 11:30 am The next Eat Learn Grow Session is right…
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David Yezbak of Sunbelt Business Brokers awarded by the International Business Brokers Association (IBBA)
July 13, 2021
The International Business Brokers Association (IBBA) has recognized Columbia SC Business Broker, David Yezbak, with the Platinum Chairman’s Circle Award for outstanding performance in 2020 as part of its Member…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Karen Jenkins, KRJ Consulting
July 8, 2021
The Who’s on the Move, Entrepreneur Minute is an interview in support of the undeniable impact that entrepreneurs have on our communities. We will be highlighting 20 entrepreneurs in each of…
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Marketing Minute: Advocacy
July 6, 2021
Marketing Minute with Seth Palmer, NP Strategy While advocacy is usually reserved for discussions involving lobbyists and elected officials, many of the same principles can be applied to any marketing campaign.…
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Gov. Henry McMaster signs S. 147, protecting South Carolina businesses
June 25, 2021Governor Henry McMaster was joined by members of the General Assembly and business leaders from around the state for a ceremonial bill signing of S.147, the South Carolina COVID-19 Liability…
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Terminix releases Top 15 Mosquito Cities list
June 24, 2021
Summer has officially arrived, including the rain and humidity which provide a perfect breeding ground for mosquitoes. In recognition of National Mosquito Control Awareness Week, Terminix Service, Inc., (TSI), the…
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International best selling author of Contagious, Jonah Berger, to headline Columbia’s 2021 Growth Summit
June 21, 2021
GrowCo is thrilled to announce Jonah Berger, a world-renowned expert on change, word of mouth, influence, consumer behavior, and how products, ideas, and behaviors catch on, will be headlining the…
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80+ Midlands businesses to be featured at Lexington Chamber Expo
June 14, 2021
The Lexington Chamber and Visitors Center will host more than 80 Midlands businesses at its annual Business Lexpo on Thursday, June 24, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at River Bluff…
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Terminix Service employees recognized by South Carolina Pest Control Association
June 10, 2021
Terminix Service, Inc., the largest pest control company in the Carolinas, is pleased to celebrate two Terminix employees recognized at the South Carolina Pest Control Association’s Pest Pro Summit on…
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Moore Taylor Law attorney named President of Rotary Club
June 9, 2021
Moore Taylor Law Firm is proud to recognize Will Edwards on his selection as Vista Night Rotary Club president. His term begins July 1. Part of District 7770, the Vista Night Rotary Club started in…
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Ard’s Appliance expands service to Florence, South Carolina
June 2, 2021
Ard’s Appliance, who have served all the Sumter, South Carolina area’s appliance sales and service needs since C.W. Ard first opened his own store in 1978, has expanded their service…
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Quackenbush Architects + Planners announces new intern architect
June 1, 2021
Quackenbush Architects + Planners announced and welcomes Juan Contreras to the Q+ team as a new intern architect. Contreras, who grew up in St. Matthews and recently graduated with a…
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Business, founded by Lander alumnus, featured in The New York Times
May 27, 2021
The TLTurner Group, founded by Lander University alumnus Terrell A. Turner and his wife, Lola Turner, is featured in The New York Times. The couple’s accounting and finance firm in…
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AFP Central Carolina Chapter program topics support nonprofits through the pandemic
May 26, 2021
The Association of Fundraising Professionals of Central Carolina is halfway through their program year offering nonprofits professional support and resources amid the pandemic. These programs add tremendous value to the…
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Never trust a seller – check it out
May 20, 2021
by Jerry Bellune An entrepreneur we once worked with was a hard-nosed negotiator. We didn’t like his style but we had to admire the little empire of more than 25…
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Ashley Hunter launches second SC business venture; Grand opening of State & Frink – June 3rd
May 20, 2021
The owner of South Carolina public relations and digital consulting firm, MPA Strategies, is launching her second business venture in the Midlands. Ashley Hunter, a former lobbyist and political strategist,…
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How to make business plans that work
May 19, 2021
By Jerry Bellune When an angel investor hired us to advise him on a proposed new newspaper, we took the plan to 3 publishers we knew. Each one thought the…
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Gain local insight into the online business model with Richland Library’s new EiR
May 17, 2021Learn more about achieving work-life harmony while growing a small business and raising a family. Richland Library is thrilled to welcome Shennice Cleckley as our new entrepreneur-in-residence (EiR). During her…
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Growth Summit reaches new heights with backing from the South Carolina Department of Commerce
May 11, 2021
GrowCo has announced the Sixth Annual Growth Summit to take place on November 18th at Pastides Alumni Center (UofSC) in Columbia, South Carolina. The Growth Summit is South Carolina’s up…
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Wideman appointed as new Executive Director of Turning Pages, Inc.
May 3, 2021
Ram’on O. Wideman, President/CEO of Anointed Business Solutions, LLC, has been appointed as the new Executive Director of Turning Pages, Inc. Founded in 1968 as the Greater Columbia Literacy Council,…
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How to win prospects’ trust
April 29, 2021
By Jerry Bellune Successful negotiation will get you what you want if you give prospects what they need, says Walker McKay of No BS Sales. You have equal stature with…
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Purpose Equity: simplified exit planning for values-driven business owners
April 28, 2021
Scores of advisory firms help business owners sell their company or plan an exit, but most are purely transactional. Purpose Equity is a new firm where partners Dan D’Alberto and…
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COMET Chat with John Andoh – April 2021
April 21, 2021
Today, as I embark onto my next journey, I want to thank each and every one of you for being a part of The COMET, whether it is by way…
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MPA Strategies adds Accomplished communications professional to growing team
April 17, 2021
MPA Strategies, a statewide public relations and marketing agency, welcomes proven public relations professional Shawn Skillman to its team as Chief Marketing Officer. Skillman will serve as the creative and…
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ERG Payroll & HR promotes Jason Gullett to Director of Client Success
April 14, 2021
Jason Gullett has been promoted to Director of Client Success at ERG Payroll & HR. Gullett will be overseeing the daily operations and processes for each department, managing relationships, and…
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Eat. Learn. Grow. – Small Business Consulting Series April 14th
April 8, 2021
Eat. Learn. Grow. – Small Business Consulting Series April 14th at 11:30 am The next Eat. Learn. Grow. Session is right around the corner! Eat. Learn. Grow. Is a free…
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ERG Family of Companies promotes Karen Altman to Marketing Director
April 8, 2021
Altman will Serve Guhroo, ERG Payroll & HR, and Grow! by ERG Karen Altman has been promoted to Marketing Director for the ERG Family of Companies including ERG Payroll &…
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Wilson Kibler expands Columbia brokerage team with new hire
March 31, 2021
Wilson Kibler, a full-service commercial real estate company headquartered in Columbia since 1987, announced today it is expanding its brokerage team with the recent hiring of Clark McCarthy. McCarthy joins…
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SBA awards $1.8M grant to SC Small Business Development Center Network
March 24, 2021
The U.S. Small Business Administration renewed its’ grant to the South Carolina Small Business Development Center Network and provided $1.8 million to four universities in the state. The University of…
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Carolina Classic Home & Garden Show returns in May for 55th year
March 21, 2021
The Building Industry Association of Central South Carolina (BIA) announces that the 55th annual Carolina Classic Home & Garden Show will be held at the SC State Fairgrounds Friday, May…
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