Galen DeHay named Tri-County Technical College’s next president
April 11, 2019
Galen DeHay, the senior vice president on Tri-County Technical College’s executive leadership team, was named the College’s next president by the Commission following a special called meeting Thursday, April 11.…
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Graham honors Senator Hollings
April 11, 2019U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham spoke on the Senate floor to honor Senator Ernest “Fritz” Hollings. Along with Senator Tim Scott, the South Carolina Senator authored a Senate Resolution (S.Res.155), which…
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Statewide SC Codes initiative officially launches
April 10, 2019
S.C. Department of Commerce Office of Innovation and Build Carolina partner on free coding program The S.C. Department of Commerce’s Office of Innovation, in collaboration with Build Carolina, officially launched…
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The Muffin Mam, Inc. launching new Laurens County operations
April 10, 2019
Wholesale bakery and supplier to create approximately 114 new jobs The Muffin Mam, Inc. is launching new production operations in Laurens County. The company’s $18.8 million investment is projected to…
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Spartanburg Philharmonic announces new youth orchestra
April 9, 2019
On Tuesday, April 9, 2019, the Spartanburg Philharmonic officially launched its newest music education opportunity—the Spartanburg Philharmonic Youth Orchestra. Seeing the need for more music education opportunities for teenagers in…
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TCCC releases fifth annual Regional Education Report
April 9, 2019
“Disruption” report identifies actions needed to support success Tri-County Cradle to CareerCollaborative (TCCC) released its fifth annual Regional Education Report during the organization’s Community Leadership Council breakfast at Charleston Southern University.…
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Greenlink holds ribbon cutting for new electric buses
April 8, 2019
The Greenville Transit Authority board celebrated the addition of four new 40-foot Proterra Catalyst E2 buses to the Greenlink fleet. At the ribbon cutting, the board was joined by: former…
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Statement on the passing of Senator Hollings
April 6, 2019
U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham made this statement on the passing of former U.S. Senator Ernest ‘Fritz’ Hollings. “By any measure Senator Hollings led one of the most incredible and…
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Mayor John Tecklenburg on the passing of Fritz Hollings
April 6, 2019
Charleston Mayor John Tecklenburg released the following statement, on the passing of former SC governor and U.S. Senator Ernest F. “Fritz” Hollings: Fritz Hollings was truly a man in…
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British Airways begins non-stop flights between Charleston and London
April 5, 2019
“Welcome aboard British Airways Flight 221 with nonstop service to Charleston, South Carolina.” That announcement becomes a reality for passengers departing London’s Heathrow Airport on the inaugural nonstop flight between…
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SC Ports handles record March container volume
April 5, 2019
South Carolina Ports Authority (SCPA) announced the strongest March in its history and more than 11 percent fiscal year-over-year growth. SCPA moved 214,123 twenty-foot equivalent container units (TEUs) last month,…
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World Energy launching new Hampton County operations
April 4, 2019
Biodiesel supplier bringing $5.4 million investment World Energy, one of America’s largest suppliers of biodiesel, announced plans to locate its new production facility in Hampton County. The company’s $5.4 million…
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Jack Porter opens new office on West Stone Avenue in downtown Greenville
April 4, 2019Jack Porter, an experiential design group specializing in branded sports environments and interactive design, announces the opening of their new office on West Stone Avenue in Greenville’s vibrant downtown. The…
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DHL Supply Chain constructing new $100 million distribution center in Dorchester County
April 3, 2019
Global Logistics Provider Expected to Create Approximately 450 New Jobs DHL Supply Chain announced plans to construct a new distribution and warehousing park in Dorchester County that will open in…
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REI Co-Op to open 20,000 sq. ft. store in Columbia’s BullStreet District
March 26, 2019New retailer known for quality outdoor gear to locate to downtown Columbia REI Co-op announced plans to build a 20,000 sq. ft. store in the BullStreet District in downtown…
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NAI Columbia closes ±12.29 acre multifamily land sale in Columbia
March 26, 2019NAI Columbia is pleased to announce the sale of ±12.29 acres of land located at the intersection of North Lake Drive and Lake Murray Boulevard in Columbia, SC. Principal…
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SC Ports Authority reports record February volume
March 25, 2019
South Carolina Ports Authority reported the strongest February container volume in its history and nearly 12 percent fiscal year-over-year growth SCPA moved 178,131 twenty-foot equivalent container units (TEU) during the…
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Charleston Metro Chamber relocating to centralized office
March 25, 2019The Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce has announced a relocation from its current facility at 4500 Leeds Avenue in North Charleston to a new building in GARCo Mill Three,…
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The NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament returns to Columbia this week for the first time in almost 50 years
March 22, 2019It’s great to have March Madness in Columbia. This weekend, the tournament is returning to Columbia for the first time in almost 50 years. Remember, tourism is up 50% in…
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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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Greenville County to benefit from $60 million investment in 3M manufacturing operations
March 18, 2019
Greenville County will benefit from 3M’s planned $60 million capital investment over the next five years to increase its manufacturing capacity and enhance its infrastructure at its operations in Greenville.…
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Columbia Film Society names Anita Floyd new Executive Director
March 15, 2019
The Columbia Film Society (“CFS”) has named Anita Floyd the Executive Director of the organization, effective April 15, 2019. The CFS governs the Nickelodeon Theatre, Indie Grits Labs and all…
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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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Arnold School of Public Health to establish Community Health Worker Institute
March 11, 2019
The University of South Carolina’s Arnold School of Public Health will establish the Arnold School of Public Health Community Health Worker Institute to improve health in communities throughout the state…
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Twelve years of success and growth creates two new firms
March 7, 2019The partners of Gaffney Lewis & Edwards started an all-women law firm twelve years ago with a vision of small firm flexibility and big firm success. During these years, partners…
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ZVerse and Carbon® announce strategic partnership to bridge the design gap for digital manufacturing
March 7, 2019
The demand for production grade 3d printed parts continues to grow as hardware and material science evolves. More companies are adopting additive manufacturing as a viable option to replace traditional…
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Twelve years of success and growth creates two new firms
March 7, 2019The partners of Gaffney Lewis & Edwards started an all-women law firm twelve years ago with a vision of small firm flexibility and big firm success. During these years, partners…
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New statewide collaborative will help mend health care disparity for vulnerable patients
March 5, 2019
South Carolina residents need more than good medical care to achieve and maintain good health. Research shows that an individual’s health also is influenced by genetics, personal choices and environmental…
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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 ColaJazz Festival – March 2
February 28, 2019
The 2019 ColaJazz Festival lineup features 2X GRAMMY-award winning trumpeter and Musical Director of the legendary Count Basie Orchestra Scotty Barnhart, sultry and fiery Brazilian vocalist Liz Rosa, smooth jazz…
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City of Lancaster leverages $1 million funding to connect downtown to greenway
February 28, 2019The City of Lancaster has leveraged $1 million in transportation alternative funding from the South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) to improve connectivity near the Lindsay Pettus Greenway. Both…
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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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Mayor Knox White receives Fred Brinkman Award
February 22, 2019
On Wednesday, Mayor Knox White received the Fred Brinkman Award, which is given periodically to South Carolinians who have made an outstanding, long-term contribution to the tourism industry. Governor Henry McMaster…
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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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Choice Hotels to develop new Cambria Hotel in Spartanburg
February 20, 2019Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH) has signed an agreement with NIAM Investments to develop a six-story, 119-room Cambria Hotel in Spartanburg, S.C. The upscale hotel is slated to open in summer…
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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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EdVenture names new President & CEO
February 18, 2019
EdVenture, the Southeast’s largest children’s museum, is excited to announce that Lisa W. Hailey has been named as its new President and CEO. Ms. Hailey, a graduate of Virginia Commonwealth…
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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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