Joint Resolution on establishing process for the sale of Santee Cooper gets first reading
March 21, 2019
The South Carolina House gave first reading to a Joint Resolution to authorize the Public Service Authority Evaluation and Recommendation Committee to receive and approve offers to purchase state-owned utility…
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Citadel’s Tommy & Victoria Baker School of Business to induct new Hall of Fame honorees
March 15, 2019
The Tommy & Victoria Baker School of Business at The Citadel holds its Hall of Fame induction ceremony on Thursday, April 4. Honorees include: Niall Gannon, Citadel alumnus and lead…
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Spartanburg’s Susu and George Dean Johnson, Jr. donate $1 million to IAAM
March 12, 2019The International African American Museum (IAAM) received a significant leadership investment last month, when Susu and George Dean Johnson, Jr., of Spartanburg, donated $1 million to support the institution’s…
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MUSC Health welcomes four community hospitals to system
March 3, 2019
Acquisition accelerates transformation and growth for health care delivery, research, education The Medical University of South Carolina Hospital Authority (MUSC Health) has completed the purchase of four South Carolina hospitals…
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South Street Partners announces acquisition of The Cliffs
March 1, 2019
Leading investment firm purchases The Cliffs, a portfolio of seven private clubs and six private luxury real estate communities in the remarkable western Carolina mountains. South Street Partners announced…
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Spoleto Festival USA 2019 poster features work by Los Angeles–based painter Laura Owens
March 1, 2019
Festival General Director Nigel Redden revealed the 2019 Spoleto Festival USA poster, featuring the work of acclaimed painter Laura Owens. The poster is available for purchase online at spoletousa.org or by calling…
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MUSC to construct, own and operate $50M replacement hospital in Lake City/Williamsburg
March 1, 2019
MUSC Health, the clinical enterprise of the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC), has signed a letter of intent with Lake City Community Hospital and Williamsburg Regional Hospital that authorizes…
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The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints donates 2 million dollars to the International African American Museum
February 28, 2019
At the 9th annual RootsTech family history and technology conference, Elder David A. Bednar of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints presented Michael Boulware Moore, president and CEO…
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2019 Economic Forecast predicts strong growth
February 27, 2019
The Charleston Metro Chamber presented the 2019 Economic Forecast at their 28th Annual Economic Outlook Conference. The forecast for the Charleston region is a partnership project between the Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce’s Center for Business…
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SCRA & SC Launch celebrate $1 billion in follow-on funding for SC-based companies
February 21, 2019
SCRA, a public, non-profit corporation that fuels South Carolina’s innovation economy, celebrated a milestone of $1 billion of follow-on capital secured by Client Companies in the SC Launch Program. SC Launch, SCRA’s…
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Charleston Distilling expanding operations in Charleston County
February 21, 2019
$4.2 million investment will include new distillation capabilities and more Charleston Distilling announced a $4.2 million investment in its Charleston County operations. The expansion is projected to create an additional…
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LS3P congratulates Brian Wurst, FAIA on elevation to Fellowship in the AIA
February 19, 2019LS3P congratulates Vice President and Principal Brian Wurst, FAIA, on his elevation to Fellowship in the American Institute of Architects (AIA), the organization’s highest member honor which recognizes exemplary contributions…
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LS3P congratulates Brian Wurst, FAIA on elevation to Fellowship in the AIA
February 19, 2019
LS3P congratulates Vice President and Principal Brian Wurst, FAIA, on his elevation to Fellowship in the American Institute of Architects (AIA), the organization’s highest member honor which recognizes exemplary contributions…
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Tourism in South Carolina breaks records
February 18, 2019
Tourism is now a $22.6 billion industry in South Carolina, representing a $1.4 billion increase over the previous year and a 50 percent increase since 2010, according to estimates released…
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Google’s investment in South Carolina exceeds $2 billion
February 17, 2019
State and Local Leaders Gathered at Data Center to Celebrate Company’s 10 Years in Berkeley County and Ongoing Investments Governor Henry McMaster joined state and local officials both to celebrate…
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Forts Sumter and Moultrie legislation passes U.S. Senate
February 12, 2019
This afternoon the United States Senate passed U.S. Senator Tim Scott’s (R-SC) Fort Sumter and Fort Moultrie National Historical Park Act as part of a larger federal lands package. Scott’s…
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Ambassador Nikki R. Haley to Chair Original Six Foundation
February 12, 2019
Non-Profit Serving Rural South Carolina Students Announces New Board, Staff, and Expansion of Programs The Original Six Foundation (The O6 Foundation) announced that the organization’s founder, Ambassador Nikki R. Haley,…
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BB&T and SunTrust to combine in merger of equals
February 7, 2019
Combination of two franchises creates sixth-largest U.S. bank holding company with 275 years of combined history and culture serving clients and communities in high-growth markets Estimated net cost synergies of…
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SC Ports Authority handles record January container volume
February 6, 2019
South Carolina Ports Authority announced the strongest January on record and 12.5 percent fiscal year-over-year growth of container volume. SCPA handled 205,689 twenty-foot equivalent container units (TEUs) last month. Since…
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SC Ports Authority celebrates headquarters dedication
January 29, 2019SCPA’s new 80,000-square-foot headquarters is a modern, open building housing approximately 160 employees at the Wando Welch Terminal. The South Carolina Ports Authority celebrated the dedication of a new…
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State of the State Address – January 2019
January 24, 2019
As Prepared for Delivery Wednesday, January 23, 2019 The State House, Columbia Ladies and gentlemen, I thank you all for being here tonight, those in this magnificent building as well…
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Gov. Henry McMaster announces South Carolina’s next Adjutant General
January 18, 2019
Governor Henry McMaster announced that Major General R. Van McCarty will be South Carolina’s next Adjutant General. Maj. Gen. McCarty will become the first Adjutant General appointed by a governor…
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Citadel bands with four other universities to tackle ocean health/climate change issues
January 17, 2019
Oceans, human health; climate change focus of unique new $5.7 million alliance The first multi-academic institution center in South Carolina to study the effects of ocean health-related illness and the…
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Gov. McMaster, Senate President Peeler, House Speaker Lucas request state agency to develop new education funding formula
January 17, 2019Governor Henry McMaster, Senate President Harvey Peeler, and House Speaker Jay Lucas penned a letter to Frank Rainwater, Executive Director of the South Carolina Revenue and Fiscal Affairs Office (RFA)…
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Lumos Networks and Spirit Communications rebrand as SEGRA
January 14, 2019
New name marks launch of combined company dedicated to customers and employees Lumos Networks Corp. and Spirit Communications announced that the two companies have been rebranded as SEGRASM. In announcing…
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Ken May to retire from S.C. Arts Commission after 33 years
January 14, 2019
Ken May will retire from leading the South Carolina Arts Commission in 2019 after 33 years working to improve equity in and access to the state’s arts, culture, and traditions.…
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Dr. Sally Selden to serve as The Citadel provost and dean of the college
January 10, 2019
Strategic plan development and human resource management among Selden’s specialties The president of The Citadel has selected his new second in command. Sally Selden, Ph.D., SPHR, will take over as…
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Graham elected Chairman of the Senate Judiciary Committee
January 9, 2019
United States Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) has been elected to serve as the Chairman of the Senate Judiciary Committee. Established in 1816 as one of the original standing committees…
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Vizbii Technologies receives SC Launch, Inc. investment
January 8, 2019
SCRA announces an SC Launch, Inc. investment in Charleston-based Vizbii Technologies. The $200,000 investment is the first for the company that was accepted into SC Launch, SCRA’s entrepreneurial program, in…
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TCCC CEO stepping down in mid-2019
January 7, 2019
John C. Read, CEO of Tri-County Cradle to Career Collaborative, intends to step down from the position later this year. When Read was offered the position, he indicated a willingness to…
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Former Congressman Trey Gowdy and senior staff join Nelson Mullins
January 3, 2019
Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP and Congressman Trey Gowdy, who most recently represented South Carolina’s 4th District in the U.S. House of Representatives, announced the Congressman has joined the…
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VTL Precision expanding Lowcountry presence
January 3, 2019
$8.2 million investment to house new business line in Goose Creek, S.C. VTL Precision, a leading developer and manufacturer of precision-engineered engine, transmission and turbocharger components for the commercial vehicle…
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Dominion Energy combines with SCANA Corporation
January 2, 2019
Dominion Energy, Inc. (NYSE: D), and SCANA Corporation announced that they have completed their proposed merger, benefiting customers and communities in Georgia, North Carolina and South Carolina. Thomas F. Farrell,…
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Charleston International tops 4 million passengers
December 20, 2018
It’s a new record! More than 4.1 million people have flown in and out of Charleston International Airport so far this year. In November, just over 400,000 people flew in and…
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Charles River Labs expanding Charleston County operations
December 20, 2018
Pre-clinical and Laboratory Services Company Creating Approximately 180 New Jobs Charles River Labs, a leading, full-service drug discovery and early-stage development company, announced an expansion of its existing Charleston County…
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Ascend Performance Materials growing Greenwood County operations
December 18, 2018
Chemical provider investing $35.2 million to accommodate continued growth Ascend Performance Materials (Ascend), a global provider of high-quality fibers, chemicals and plastics, is expanding its Greenwood County operations once again. To…
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South Carolina Department of Education releases list of priority schools
December 17, 2018
The South Carolina Department of Education released the first list of Priority Schools as required under the federal Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA). Under the ESSA, the South Carolina Department…
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Statement by Dominion Energy, SCANA Corporation on Public Service Commission of South Carolina vote on merger
December 15, 2018
On Friday, the Public Service Commission of South Carolina (SCPSC) voted to approve the merger between Dominion Energy, Inc. (NYSE: D) and SCANA Corporation (NYSE: SCG) with conditions to be outlined later…
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PSC issues decision approve the SCANA/Dominion merger
December 14, 2018The Public Service Commission held a Commission Business Meeting on December 14, 2018 to issue its ruling regarding pending SCE&G Matters. The PCS provided the last approval needed for Dominion…
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$25 million BUILD grant awarded to improve South Carolina’s supply chain
December 14, 2018
The United States Department of Transportation (USDOT) announced a $25 million Better Utilizing Investments to Leverage Development (BUILD) grant to support the expansion at South Carolina Ports Authority’s (SCPA) Inland Port…
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SC Ports achieves record November
December 13, 2018
The South Carolina Ports Authority (SCPA) announced the strongest November in its history, with 15 percent growth over the same month last year. The Port handled 188,585 twenty-foot equivalent units…
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Owens Corning establishes new operations in Richland County
December 13, 2018
Manufacturing Acquisition Results in $13.6 Million Investment Owens Corning, a developer and producer of insulation, roofing and fiberglass composites, has acquired an existing manufacturing facility in Blythewood, S.C., where it…
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SimpliPhy receives SC Launch, Inc. investment
December 11, 2018
Greenville-based SimpliPhy, Inc. recently received a $200,000 SC Launch, Inc. investment. This is the first investment for the company that was accepted into SCRA’s entrepreneurial program, SC Launch, in early…
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Secretary of Commerce Bobby Hitt to continue to lead S.C. Department of Commerce
December 6, 2018
Gov. Henry McMaster announced that Robert M. Hitt III will continue serving in his role as Secretary of Commerce at the South Carolina Department of Commerce. Secretary Hitt was appointed…
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DeepBD launching its first Charleston County operations
December 6, 2018High-tech artificial intelligence company creating 30 new jobs DeepBD, a developer and operator of artificial intelligence platforms, announced new operations in Charleston County. The company’s $1.6 million investment is projected…
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Liberty Fellowship announces 15th Class of Fellows
December 4, 2018
Bringing experience that stretches from Cameroon to the Arctic Circle, the 21 new Liberty Fellows are accomplished leaders who have committed to work collectively to push South Carolina toward its…
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Mungo Homes acquired by Clayton Properties Group
December 3, 2018
Family-Owned Mungo Homes Joins Clayton’s Family of Builders Clayton Properties Group®, a division of Clayton Home Building Group® and a Berkshire Hathaway company, today acquired nationally recognized Mungo Homes (Mungo).…
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Bosch expanding Anderson County operations
December 1, 2018
Company investing additional $45 million in facility Bosch, a leading global supplier of technology and services, is expanding its existing Anderson County operations. To accommodate the company’s continued growth, Bosch…
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Gov. Henry McMaster announces the next Chairman of the Commission on Higher Education
December 1, 2018
Governor Henry McMaster announced former South Carolina state Senator Wes Hayes as the next Chairman of the Commission on Higher Education. “Wes Hayes has served the state of South Carolina…
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Trustees name Andrew T. Hsu as 23rd President of the College of Charleston
November 29, 2018
College of Charleston Board of Trustees Chair David Hay provided the following message to the campus community on Nov. 28, 2018, regarding the university’s next president: Dear Campus Community, Today,…
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