District administrators to begin land purchase negotiations, sell bonds
February 6, 2019At its Feb. 5, 2019 meeting, the Lexington County School District One Board of Trustees passed a motion that begins district administrators’ negotiations for the most advantageous land sites for…
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United Community Banks, Inc. and First Madison Bank & Trust announce merger agreement
February 5, 2019
United Community Banks, Inc. and First Madison Bank & Trust announced a definitive agreement for United to acquire First Madison in an all-cash transaction. The transaction has been unanimously approved…
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Providence Health consolidates cardiology practices under one name: Providence Heart
February 1, 2019
Providence Health is consolidating all of its seventeen cardiologists in seven practices around the Midlands under one name: Providence Heart. Cardiologists of the Providence Medical Group had been working under…
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2019 State of the City Address Speech
January 30, 2019
Please see below Columbia Mayor’s Steve Benjamin’s State of the City Address as delivered at the University of South Carolina School of Law in the Karen Williams Courtroom. Good…
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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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SC Banking Commissioner Robert Davis retires
January 29, 2019Robert L. Davis is presented with a framed resolution from the State Board of Financial Institutions and State Treasurer Curtis Loftis in acknowledgement of his service as the Commissioner of…
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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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Peace Center plans restoration and expansion of Wyche Pavilion
January 23, 2019The Peace Center will meet with the City of Greenville’s Design Review Board on Feb. 7 to present a proposal for restoration of the Wyche Pavilion. Peace Center President…
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Myers named managing partner at Moore Taylor Law Firm, P.A.
January 22, 2019Moore Taylor Law Firm, P.A. announces that Stanley L. Myers, Sr. has been named as the firm’s managing partner, effective January 1, 2019. Myers succeeds James Edward Bradley as managing…
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Myers named managing partner at Moore Taylor Law Firm, P.A.
January 22, 2019
Moore Taylor Law Firm, P.A. announces that Stanley L. Myers, Sr. has been named as the firm’s managing partner, effective January 1, 2019. Myers succeeds James Edward Bradley as managing…
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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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Google and State Superintendent of Education Molly Spearman bring WiFi school buses to Lexington
January 16, 2019
State Superintendent of Education Molly Spearman and Google teamed up to announce a new initiative designed to help close the homework gap for students with long commutes Yesterday, Google and…
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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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Prisma Health launches national search for new CEO
January 11, 2019
Prisma Health has launched a national search for its new chief executive officer (CEO) to lead the organization formed by the partnership of South Carolina’s largest health care systems, Greenville…
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Stuart Mauney receives the Greenville Bar Association’s Tommy Thomason Award
January 11, 2019
The Greenville County Bar Association has honored attorney C. Stuart Mauney of Gallivan White Boyd with the prestigious Tommy Thomason Award. Thomason was a distinguished member of the Greenville Bar Association who practiced law for…
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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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Congressman William Timmons sworn in to 116th Congress
January 4, 2019William Timmons (R-SC) was sworn in as a Member of the 116th Congress representing South Carolina’s fourth district. Congressman Timmons was joined by his family, fiance, and staff for…
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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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Foundation announces 2018 grantees
January 2, 2019In honor of its 75th anniversary, The Spartanburg County Foundation wanted to give back to the community. In 2018, the Foundation awarded a total of $750,000 through unique grantmaking opportunities,…
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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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Dominion Energy announces leadership team for SCANA operations
January 2, 2019
Dominion Energy (NYSE: D) announced the formation of a new operating segment that will contain SCANA Corporation’s existing operating and services companies, and announced the members of its leadership team.…
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Foundation announces 2018 grantees
January 2, 2019
In honor of its 75th anniversary, The Spartanburg County Foundation wanted to give back to the community. In 2018, the Foundation awarded a total of $750,000 through unique grantmaking opportunities,…
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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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Hendrix combining fun and fine food on Main Street
December 12, 2018
By C. Grant Jackson When Hendrix opens at 1649 Main Street later this year, partners Chris Davis and Jon Sears believe their new restaurant will bring downtown Columbia something…
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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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Capgemini cuts ribbon on new security operations center in the BullStreet District
December 7, 2018Global consulting giant opens new facility on second floor of First Base Building at BullStreet in downtown Columbia, S.C. Joined by leaders from across South Carolina, global consulting giant Capgemini…
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Capgemini cuts ribbon on new security operations center in the BullStreet District
December 6, 2018Global consulting giant opens new facility on second floor of First Base Building at BullStreet in downtown Columbia, S.C. Joined by leaders from across South Carolina, global consulting giant Capgemini…
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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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Graham statement on President George H.W. Bush
December 1, 2018
U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham issued this statement on the passing of the 41st President of the United States, George H.W. Bush. “Today, my thoughts are with the Bush family who are…
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Palmetto Health-USC Orthopedic Center opens 31,000 square foot rehabilitation facility
December 1, 2018
The facility combines the latest in technological advances for training athletes and rehabilitation of orthopedic patients Palmetto Health-USC Orthopedic Center has opened its 31,000 square foot Apex Athletic Performance and Palmetto…
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