U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) on 2016 Elections
May 6, 2016
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) today made this statement on the 2016 elections. “It’s hard to believe that in a nation of more than 300 million Americans…
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U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) on 2016 Elections
May 6, 2016
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) today made this statement on the 2016 elections. “It’s hard to believe that in a nation of more than 300 million Americans…
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SBA launches 3rd Annual Growth Accelerator Fund Competition
May 2, 2016
WASHINGTON, DC – For the third year, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is launching an Accelerator Growth Fund competition for accelerators and other entrepreneurial ecosystem models to compete for…
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SBA launches 3rd Annual Growth Accelerator Fund Competition
May 2, 2016
WASHINGTON, DC – For the third year, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is launching an Accelerator Growth Fund competition for accelerators and other entrepreneurial ecosystem models to compete for…
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Fire Department to offer “Sidewalk CPR” at two downtown locations
April 28, 2016
The Greenville City Fire Department (GCFD) will hold two “Sidewalk CPR” events in downtown Greenville tomorrow (April 29). One will take place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at ONE City…
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Work Ready Initiative aims to put ex-offenders to work
April 25, 2016
Each year, approximately 10,000 people are released from South Carolina prisons. An important part of the release process is preparing individuals to re-enter society and reduce the likelihood of them…
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Work Ready Initiative aims to put ex-offenders to work
April 25, 2016
Each year, approximately 10,000 people are released from South Carolina prisons. An important part of the release process is preparing individuals to re-enter society and reduce the likelihood of them…
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Governor Haley signs lifesaving hands-on CPR in schools bill into law
April 23, 2016
American Heart Association celebrates a law which will teach SC students CPR, adding thousands of lifesavers in SC each year. Governor Nikki Haley signed House Bill 3265 into law…
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Governor Haley signs lifesaving hands-on CPR in schools bill into law
April 23, 2016
American Heart Association celebrates a law which will teach SC students CPR, adding thousands of lifesavers in SC each year. Governor Nikki Haley signed House Bill 3265 into law…
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South Carolina business community letter to General Assembly regarding S.1203
April 19, 2016
COLUMBIA, SC – The South Carolina Chamber, South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance, South Carolina Economic Developers Association, South Carolina Hospital Association, and the Charleston, Clemson, Columbia, Greenville, Greenwood, Myrtle Beach, North…
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South Carolina business community letter to General Assembly regarding S.1203
April 19, 2016COLUMBIA, SC – The South Carolina Chamber, South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance, South Carolina Economic Developers Association, South Carolina Hospital Association, and the Charleston, Clemson, Columbia, Greenville, Greenwood, Myrtle Beach, North…
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State House Report: Top Three Things You Need to Know
April 19, 2016
By Ashley Hunter SENATE FINANCE DEBATES THE STATE BUDGET The Senate Finance Committee met this past week and addressed some of the funding for the K-12 Education, Higher Education and Criminal Justice state…
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State House Report: Top Three Things You Need to Know
April 19, 2016
By Ashley Hunter SENATE FINANCE DEBATES THE STATE BUDGET The Senate Finance Committee met this past week and addressed some of the funding for the K-12 Education, Higher Education and Criminal Justice state…
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Four new Palmetto Military Employers recognized at second annual OPE Midlands Summit
April 18, 2016
Employers, hiring managers, veteran employment representatives and military service members met Thursday in Columbia to learn more about how to recruit and retain military hires through Operation Palmetto Employment (OPE),…
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Four new Palmetto Military Employers recognized at second annual OPE Midlands Summit
April 18, 2016
Employers, hiring managers, veteran employment representatives and military service members met Thursday in Columbia to learn more about how to recruit and retain military hires through Operation Palmetto Employment (OPE),…
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Senate Appropriations Committee rejects Obama Administration proposal to terminate MOX program
April 15, 2016
WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) said he was pleased the Senate Appropriations Committee rejected the Obama Administration proposal to terminate the MOX program at Savannah River…
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Senate Appropriations Committee rejects Obama Administration proposal to terminate MOX program
April 15, 2016
WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) said he was pleased the Senate Appropriations Committee rejected the Obama Administration proposal to terminate the MOX program at Savannah River…
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Senate Appropriations Committee approves provision which could help push Charleston Harbor deepening toward construction
April 15, 2016
WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) said he was pleased the Senate Appropriations Committee has approved a provision which could help the Charleston Harbor deepening project move…
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Senate Appropriations Committee approves provision which could help push Charleston Harbor deepening toward construction
April 15, 2016
WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) said he was pleased the Senate Appropriations Committee has approved a provision which could help the Charleston Harbor deepening project move…
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DEW Business Intelligence director joins national advisory board
April 13, 2016
S.C. Department of Employment and Workforce (DEW) Business Intelligence Director Brenda Lisbon has been invited to serve on the national Workforce Information Advisory Council (WIAC) for a three-year term. Lisbon…
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Colonial Lake Park celebration
April 13, 2016
The Charleston Parks Conservancy and the City of Charleston will host a grand opening and ribbon cutting on Saturday, June 4, to celebrate the newly renovated Colonial Lake. The event…
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S.C. Chamber statement on house amendment to roads bill
April 13, 2016
State Chamber of Commerce President Ted Pitts today released the following statement after the House amended the Senate passed roads bill: “The business community appreciates the work Speaker Lucas and…
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Governor’s military employment initiative hosts first of three regional summits this week
April 13, 2016
Operation Palmetto Employment (OPE), a statewide military employment initiative comprised of several state agencies and veteran service organizations, will host the first of three regional summits this Thursday, April 14 at…
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Governor’s military employment initiative hosts first of three regional summits this week
April 13, 2016
Operation Palmetto Employment (OPE), a statewide military employment initiative comprised of several state agencies and veteran service organizations, will host the first of three regional summits this Thursday, April 14 at…
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Spartanburg is a Bloomberg Philanthropies Public Art Challenge Grantee
April 13, 2016
SPARTANBURG, SC – In October 2014, Bloomberg Philanthropies invited U.S. mayors to collaborate with artists and arts organizations on developing innovative public art projects that engage residents and attract visitors. After…
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Wilkes Law Firm attorney Derham Cole named Legislator of the Year
April 7, 2016
Hundreds of pairs of shoes, large and small, covered the State House steps on March 2, 2016, as part of Disability Advocacy Day. The shoes represent South Carolina citizens with…
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Wilkes Law Firm attorney Derham Cole named Legislator of the Year
April 7, 2016
Hundreds of pairs of shoes, large and small, covered the State House steps on March 2, 2016, as part of Disability Advocacy Day. The shoes represent South Carolina citizens with…
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Greenville business leader announces for State House District 22
March 30, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – Jason Elliott, a former District Director for Jim DeMint, announced his candidacy for the South Carolina House of Representatives this morning. Outlining a plan that would focus…
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Rick Roberts announces candidacy for County Council District 21 Seat
March 30, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – Rick Roberts is excited to announce his candidacy as a Republican for Greenville County Council District 21. The seat is being vacated by Jim Burns, who has…
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Greenville business leader announces for State House District 22
March 30, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – Jason Elliott, a former District Director for Jim DeMint, announced his candidacy for the South Carolina House of Representatives this morning. Outlining a plan that would focus…
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Senator Scott nominates 50 South Carolina Students to U.S. Military Service Academies
March 29, 2016
U.S. Senator Tim Scott (R-SC) today announced the nominations of 50 South Carolina students to the United States Military Service Academies for the class of 2020, including the U.S. Naval…
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Zipit Wireless announces partnership with Iron Bow Technologies to serve Federal Government customers
March 24, 2016
Federal agencies will be able to acquire secure critical messaging solution through GSA, SEWP contracts GREENVILLE, SC – Zipit Wireless, a provider of critical communication solutions announced that it…
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Zipit Wireless announces partnership with Iron Bow Technologies to serve Federal Government customers
March 23, 2016
Federal agencies will be able to acquire secure critical messaging solution through GSA, SEWP contracts GREENVILLE, SC – Zipit Wireless, a provider of critical communication solutions announced that it…
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Department of Commerce holds Annual South Carolina Rural Summit
March 23, 2016
State honors individuals for leadership in rural economic development The South Carolina Department of Commerce gathered leaders from across the state on Monday, February 29 and Tuesday, March 1 for…
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Department of Commerce holds Annual South Carolina Rural Summit
March 23, 2016State honors individuals for leadership in rural economic development The South Carolina Department of Commerce gathered leaders from across the state on Monday, February 29 and Tuesday, March 1 for…
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S.C. Chamber Statement On House Budget
March 23, 2016
State Chamber President Ted Pitts released the following statement after the House passed a budget allocating $415 million to roads next year: “The business community is glad to see…
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S.C. Chamber Statement On House Budget
March 23, 2016
State Chamber President Ted Pitts released the following statement after the House passed a budget allocating $415 million to roads next year: “The business community is glad to see…
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Enormous waterslide brings a block party to Spartanburg
March 21, 2016
Slide the City stops in South Carolina during summer tour City streets will be transformed into the biggest block party of the summer when Slide the City returns on…
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South Carolina State Library releases 2015 Notable State Documents list
March 17, 2016
Historical brochures, flood response measures featured among selections Maps detailing barbecue restaurants, executive orders directing natural disaster recovery efforts, and a periodical researching African-American history were among the 18 publications…
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South Carolina State Library releases 2015 Notable State Documents list
March 17, 2016
Historical brochures, flood response measures featured among selections Maps detailing barbecue restaurants, executive orders directing natural disaster recovery efforts, and a periodical researching African-American history were among the 18 publications…
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Graham on Supreme Court nominee
March 16, 2016
WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina), a member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, today made this statement on President Obama’s Supreme Court nomination. “As I have repeatedly…
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Graham on Supreme Court nominee
March 16, 2016
WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina), a member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, today made this statement on President Obama’s Supreme Court nomination. “As I have repeatedly…
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Gov. Nikki Haley, Director Susan Alford announce “Champions For Children” Foster Care recruitment campaign
March 16, 2016
COLUMBIA, SC – Governor Nikki Haley, Director Susan Alford of the South Carolina Department of Social Services, and foster parents and child advocates from across the state announced DSS’ “Champions…
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Gov. Nikki Haley, Director Susan Alford announce “Champions For Children” Foster Care recruitment campaign
March 16, 2016
COLUMBIA, SC – Governor Nikki Haley, Director Susan Alford of the South Carolina Department of Social Services, and foster parents and child advocates from across the state announced DSS’ “Champions…
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Business-friendly bill standardizes business licensing practices
March 16, 2016
Businesses in South Carolina would find it easier to renew their business license because of legislation introduced this week. The SC Business License Tax Standardization Act (H 5109) is intended…
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Business-friendly bill standardizes business licensing practices
March 16, 2016
Businesses in South Carolina would find it easier to renew their business license because of legislation introduced this week. The SC Business License Tax Standardization Act (H 5109) is intended…
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S.C. Chamber statement on Senate vote on roads bill
March 9, 2016
COLUMBIA, SC – State Chamber President Ted Pitts today released the following statement after the Senate gave second reading to the roads bill: “The business community appreciates the South Carolina…
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City announces change to recycling program
March 3, 2016
The City of Greenville announced today that effective April 1, it will no longer accept glass for recycling at the curb or at its Stone Avenue and Rutherford Road recycling…
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Gov. Nikki Haley announces Local Government Competitiveness Council
March 2, 2016
Director Rick Reames To Chair Council Comprised Of S.C. Business Leaders COLUMBIA, SC – Governor Nikki Haley announced the Local Government Competitiveness Council. Established by executive order, the Council…
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Gov. Nikki Haley announces Local Government Competitiveness Council
March 2, 2016
Director Rick Reames To Chair Council Comprised Of S.C. Business Leaders COLUMBIA, SC – Governor Nikki Haley announced the Local Government Competitiveness Council. Established by executive order, the Council…
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