SC Ports achieves record container volume in August
September 19, 2018
The South Carolina Ports Authority had the highest monthly container volume in its history, with 206,541 twenty-foot equivalent container units (TEUs) handled in August. August container traffic surpassed the Port’s…
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City of Columbia announces two West Nile alerts
September 18, 2018
The City of Columbia has been alerted of two dead birds found within the city limits that have tested positive for West Nile Virus. In response, personnel will begin applying larvicide to the…
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Evacuation orders lifted for Charleston, Dorchester, Berkeley, and Colleton counties
September 15, 2018
Evacuation Orders Remain in Effect for all Zones in Georgetown and Horry Counties In coordination with local officials, Governor Henry McMaster announced that evacuation orders have been lifted for all…
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County of Lexington: Emergency Operations Center enters OPCON 3 ahead of storm
September 14, 2018
The County of Lexington Emergency Operations Center has entered operational condition 3, which is a partial activation of the County’s EOC in preparation for the impacts of Hurricane Florence. OPCON…
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Hurricane Florence Update for Richland County
September 14, 2018
As the County prepares for Hurricane Florence, residents are asked to note the following: CLOSING: Richland County offices will close Friday, Sept. 14 and Monday, Sept. 17. The County will resume…
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Gov. Henry McMaster lifts mandatory evacuations for southern coastal counties
September 11, 2018Evacuation Order Remains in Effect for Edisto Beach and all Central and Northern Coastal Counties All evacuation routes and zones are detailed in the 2018 S.C. Hurricane Guide Click here to…
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Columbia Relief re-activation
September 10, 2018Columbia Relief (formerly UofSC Relief) is beginning to reactivate in preparation for Hurricane Florence affecting South Carolina. In recent years, Columbia Relief has managed the supply donation efforts for hurricane…
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S.C. agencies, residents prepare for Hurricane Florence
September 10, 2018The South Carolina Emergency Management Division continues to monitor Hurricane Florence, which forecasters say could affect the East Coast as a powerful storm. The state Emergency Operations Center is operational,…
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Gov. Henry McMaster declares State of Emergency to prepare for potential impact from Tropical Storm Florence, Hurricane Guide
September 10, 2018Click here to see the 2018 S.C. Hurricane Guide Governor Henry McMaster issued an executive order on Sep 10th declaring a state of emergency and, along with the S.C. Emergency Management…
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Holder Properties developing Portside office building in Mount Pleasant
September 7, 2018Holder Properties, a privately held full-service real estate development company, announced that construction is underway on a 120,000 square-foot multi-tenant office building called Portside – Ferry Wharf. Ferry Wharf…
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JTEKT North America expands Greenville County headquarters
September 5, 2018
JTEKT North America, a subsidiary of global automotive and industrial supplier JTEKT Corporation, has completed a $5.8 million expansion of its headquarters on the campus of the Clemson University International…
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Dominion Energy/SCANA merger achieves another key milestone
September 5, 2018
The proposed combination of Dominion Energy, Inc. (NYSE: D) and SCANA Corporation (NYSE: SCG) has achieved another significant milestone. The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) has approved the indirect transfer of…
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Areas of Progress – August 30
August 30, 2018
Areas of Progress is a weekly roundup of measurable areas of improvement and progress from around the state, especially in the areas of education, entrepreneurship, the arts, the environment, energy, agriculture, and philanthropy. UofSC’s String Project keeping orchestra alive…
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USC celebrates fourth consecutive year of record-setting research activity
August 29, 2018
For the fourth year running, the University of South Carolina has set a new record for research activity and sponsored award funding, garnering $258.1 million in fiscal year 2018 (July…
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GSSM Foundation announces new Executive Director
August 29, 2018
The Board of Directors of the South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics Foundation is pleased to announce the appointment of Elizabeth Dinndorf as their new Executive Director. Ms.…
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Capgemini helps to shape workforce of the future with opening of advanced technology and development center
August 24, 2018Hundreds of high-value jobs will be created to meet demand from global clients to help drive digital transformation and innovation within their organizations Capgemini will expand its operations in Columbia,…
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Capgemini helps to shape workforce of the future with opening of advanced technology and development center
August 24, 2018Hundreds of high-value jobs will be created to meet demand from global clients to help drive digital transformation and innovation within their organizations Capgemini will expand its operations in Columbia,…
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Areas of Progress – August 21
August 23, 2018
Areas of Progress is a weekly roundup of measurable areas of improvement and progress from around the state, especially in the areas of education, entrepreneurship, the arts, the environment, energy, agriculture, and philanthropy. South Carolina ranks 5th in growth…
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South Carolina ranks 5th in growth of women-owned firms
August 22, 2018South Carolina has an estimated 167,000 women-owned businesses, employing 113,000 and attributing to roughly $16,181,800,000 according to the eighth annual State of Women-Owned Businesses Report, commissioned by American Express, a comprehensive…
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IAAM reaches $75 million Founders Fund goal
August 18, 2018
The International African American Museum (IAAM) has reached its $75 million Founders Fund goal. The funds were provided by three major sources: $25 million from the City and County of…
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Today’s news culture and the rise of social media
August 17, 2018
By Meaghan Norman How do you get your daily news? It’s likely not the way you used to get it years ago, and may not even be the same…
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SCE&G announces debt offering
August 16, 2018
South Carolina Electric & Gas Company (SCE&G), principal subsidiary of SCANA Corporation (NYSE:SCG), announced that it sold, in a negotiated offering, a total of $700 million principal amount of its First Mortgage…
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Materials Sciences Corporation expanding operations with second facility in Greenville County
August 16, 2018From Tour de France to global defense markets, advanced materials solutions company develops, designs and manufactures composites that are making a difference Materials Sciences Corporation (MSC), a technology-driven designer and…
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Materials Sciences Corporation expanding operations with second facility in Greenville County
August 16, 2018
From Tour de France to global defense markets, advanced materials solutions company develops, designs and manufactures composites that are making a difference Materials Sciences Corporation (MSC), a technology-driven designer and…
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Southern Current launching new solar projects in Clarendon County
August 14, 2018
Company investing approximately $10 million in solar farm development Southern Current, a leading developer in the residential, commercial and utility-scale solar markets, is expanding its solar farm portfolio with three…
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SC Ports handles record July container volume
August 13, 2018
South Carolina Ports Authority announced 200,594 twenty-foot equivalent container units (TEUs) handled during the first month of fiscal year 2019, marking the strongest July on record and second-highest monthly container…
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Smith inducted into Palmetto Military Academy Hall of Fame
August 12, 2018
Major James E. Smith Jr. was inducted Saturday into the Palmetto Military Academy Hall of Fame for his extraordinary “bravery and commitment” in military service. The induction was held at…
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2018 SC 25 Fastest Growing Companies award recipients announced
August 9, 2018Now in its 17th year, this competition recognizes the achievements of top-performing private and publicly-owned companies that have contributed to South Carolina’s economy through exceptional increases in revenues and employment.…
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Coronal Energy launching new solar project in Florence County
August 9, 2018
Solar Services Provider Bringing $15 Million of Capital Investment Coronal Energy, a leading independent solar power and energy storage provider, announced plans for the construction of a new solar project…
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UofSC announces the hire of Michelle LaRoche as first Baldwin Business and Financial Chair in Journalism
August 9, 2018
Michelle LaRoche, a journalist with more than two decades of experience at Dow Jones and The Wall Street Journal, will join the University of South Carolina’s School of Journalism and…
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2018 SC 25 Fastest Growing Companies award recipients announced
August 9, 2018
Now in its 17th year, this competition recognizes the achievements of top-performing private and publicly-owned companies that have contributed to South Carolina’s economy through exceptional increases in revenues and employment.…
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SCE&G to appeal federal court denial of preliminary injunction
August 8, 2018
South Carolina Electric & Gas Company, a subsidiary of SCANA Corporation (NYSE: SCG), announced that it will appeal the Order of the United States District Court for the District of South Carolina denying SCE&G’s…
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Lexington District One Board votes to pursue five-year building plan
August 7, 2018The Lexington County School District One Board of Trustees voted to pursue a $365 million five-year building plan to address rapid student growth after hearing a third reading of a…
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Areas of Progress – August 7
August 7, 2018
Areas of Progress is a weekly roundup of measurable areas of improvement and progress from around the state, especially in the areas of education, entrepreneurship, the arts, the environment, energy, agriculture, and philanthropy. Town of Surfside Beach – only…
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ONCAP acquires Precision Global
August 7, 2018
ONCAP announced it has acquired Precision Global, a leading global manufacturer of dispensing solutions. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed. Founded in 1949, Precision’s dispensing solutions include more than…
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United Way Association of South Carolina names new CEO
August 6, 2018
United Way Association of South Carolina’s (UWASC) Board of Directors has appointed Naomi Lett as its next President and CEO. Lett has been with the Association for eight years, most…
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Research leads to potential treatment for rare disease
August 5, 2018
By Alyssa Yancey Research from University of South Carolina School of Medicine investigators Mitzi Nagarkatti and Prakash Nagarkatti has led to Food and Drug Administration approval of cannabidiol (CBD), a…
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Master Gage & Tool Co. relocates southeastern operations office to Greenville County
August 1, 2018Company expects to accelerate growth with new sales, service, repair and training facility in Greenville County Master Gage and Tool Co. (MG&T), which provides high-quality tooling and gaging products, repair…
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Dominion Energy/SCANA merger receives approval of SCANA shareholders
July 31, 2018
The proposed combination of Dominion Energy, Inc. (NYSE: D) and SCANA Corporation (NYSE: SCG) has achieved another significant milestone with the approval of SCANA’s shareholders. SCANA’s special shareholder meeting was…
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Cam Littlejohn, well-known Columbia attorney and avid supporter of tennis, passes away
July 27, 2018
This article was taken from the USTA website Cameron “Cam” Littlejohn passed away on Tuesday, July 24, 2018. A beloved volunteer for over 30 years, Cam was an avid…
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Ridgeland Pellet Company launching new manufacturing operations in Jasper County
July 26, 2018Company making $8.1 million investment in Ridgeland, S.C. facility Ridgeland Pellet Company, LLC today announced plans to launch new manufacturing operations in Jasper County. The company’s $8.1 million investment is…
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First Citizens Bank, Palmetto Heritage Bancshares, Inc. announce merger agreement
July 26, 2018
First-Citizens Bank & Trust Company (known as First Citizens Bank) and Palmetto Heritage Bancshares, Inc. (“Palmetto Heritage Bancshares”) announced the signing of a definitive merger agreement. Palmetto Heritage Bancshares provides…
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Sharonview Federal Credit Union expanding corporate headquarters within Lancaster County
July 25, 2018
Nationally-ranked credit union investing $42 million in relocation Sharonview Federal Credit Union, a provider of financial services, announced it is relocating and expanding its corporate headquarters in Lancaster County. The…
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Ingevity establishing new corporate headquarters in Charleston County
July 25, 2018
Ingevity Corporation(NYSE: NGVT), a North Charleston-based specialty chemicals manufacturer, announced it is establishing a new corporate headquarters in Charleston County. Ingevity will invest $5 million in the project, which is…
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Gov. Henry McMaster appoints former S.C. Attorney General Charlie Condon as Chairman of Santee Cooper’s Board of Directors
July 23, 2018
Governor Henry McMaster announced the interim appointment of former South Carolina Attorney General Charlie Condon as chairman of Santee Cooper’s board of directors. Mr. Condon will begin serving immediately. The…
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Schuff Steel Company launching York County operations
July 23, 2018
Steel Construction Services Provider Creating More Than 180 New Jobs Schuff Steel Company, part of the DBM Global Inc. family of companies and an operating subsidiary of HC2 Holdings, Inc.…
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Santee Cooper extends work to preserve Summer equipment
July 23, 2018
The Santee Cooper Board of Directors took action to extend its commitment to maintaining and preserving equipment at the V.C. Summer construction site through Dec. 31, 2018. The Board also…
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Columbia business leader named new head of USC Foundations
July 22, 2018
The University of South Carolina Foundations announced Friday that Jason Caskey of the Elliott Davis accounting firm will serve as the new foundations president and chief executive officer. He will begin Aug.…
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Cayce Mayor Elise Partin to run for third full term in November 2018
July 22, 2018First female mayor seeks next term after 10 years in office Mayor Elise Partin formally announces her candidacy for re-election for a third full term to the office of Mayor…
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Cayce Mayor Elise Partin to run for third full term in November 2018
July 22, 2018
First female mayor seeks next term after 10 years in office Mayor Elise Partin formally announces her candidacy for re-election for a third full term to the office of Mayor…
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