The Simpson Organization unveils $65 million mixed-use development in Cayce
July 8, 2020Atlanta-based The Simpson Organization, Inc. announced today it has purchased 36 acres of Dominion Energy’s 260-acre Otarre Pointe, a prime development corridor in Lexington County at the intersection of I-77…
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Taiwan donates 92,000 surgical masks to the state of South Carolina
July 7, 2020
The Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in Atlanta (TECO) has donated 92,000 surgical masks to support South Carolina frontline medical personnel in the fight against COVID-19. South Carolina state government agencies worked…
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United Community Bank welcomes Bob Brown as Chief Information Security Officer
July 6, 2020
United Community Bank has announced the addition of Bob Brown as Chief Information Security Officer. Bob, who has more than two decades of experience managing business technologies, will now work…
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Columbia Fireflies lose 2020 baseball season
July 1, 2020
Fireflies 5th season delayed until 2021 as MLB devides to not provide players for MiLB teams Minor League Baseball (MiLB) announced that there would not be a 2020 season. This…
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Charleston City Council approves ordinance requiring face coverings
June 29, 2020
At their meeting this evening, Charleston City Council approved an emergency ordinance requiring face coverings in public areas throughout the city of Charleston to reduce risk of exposure to COVID-19,…
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1,291 new confirmed cases of the novel coronavirus COVID-19 in South Carolina
June 25, 2020
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) today announced 1,291 new confirmed cases and 12 new probable cases of the novel coronavirus COVID-19, and 10 additional confirmed deaths. There are currently 832 hospital…
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Bon Secours celebrates expansion of Carolina Women’s Health
June 25, 2020
New location to open in Simpsonville on July 13 Bon Secours St. Francis Health System plans to expand its Carolina Women’s Health practice by opening a new location at 210…
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Workforce Logiq’s ENGAGE Talent recognized as SC Launch Company of the Year
June 24, 2020
Charleston-based predictive analytics and AI software company selected for its impact and excellence in enabling better, more confident, and data-driven talent decisions CHARLESTON, SC – ENGAGE Talent, a portfolio company…
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City of Columbia passes ordinance concerning face coverings
June 24, 2020
On Tuesday, June 23, 2020 the City of Columbia passed a city-wide ordinance concerning the use of face coverings in restaurants, retail stores, salons, grocery stores and pharmacies. The Five…
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Nephron, UofSC work together to expand COVID-19 testing for Gamecock students, faculty, staff
June 23, 2020
Robotic Liquid Handler, Donated by Kennedys, Increases University’s Daily Test Capacity Nephron Pharmaceuticals Corporation and the University of South Carolina are working together to expand COVID-19 testing for the Gamecock…
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DHEC warns of increased cases of COVID-19 in youth and young adults, latest COVID-19 update
June 21, 2020
South Carolinians under the age of 30 are testing positive for COVID-19 in increasing numbers the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) reported today. As of today, 4,160 of…
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South Carolina ETV to honor 11 women leaders in second year of ‘Women Vision SC’ initiative
June 18, 2020
South Carolina ETV (SCETV) announced the return of its “Women Vision SC” initiative, which is recognizing 11 women leaders from across the state in a television program airing July 2…
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Arkonik Ltd. selects Charleston for its North American headquarters
June 18, 2020
Charleston has topped the lists of global, luxury travel magazines as the Best U.S. City for the past 10 years. This discerning visitor demand makes this community attractive as a…
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South Carolina begins reporting probable cases and deaths
June 17, 2020
This week, the S.C. Department of Health and Environmental Control is beginning to report probable cases and probable deaths in regard to COVID-19. This makes South Carolina the 23rd state…
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Mother Emanuel’s legacy of hope five years later
June 17, 2020
Five years ago, on June 17, 2015, the Holy City was forever changed. What started with a Bible study in the basement of Emanuel African Methodist Episcopal (AME) Church on…
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Greenville County adding first major Class A business park in over a decade
June 16, 2020
The Greenville Area Development Corporation (GADC), charged with promoting and enhancing quality of life in Greenville County by facilitating job growth and investment, announced a positive economic outlook accented by…
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Ross Stores, Inc. expanding distribution operations in York County
June 16, 2020
$68 Million Investment to Create 700 New Jobs Ross Stores, Inc. (Ross), a leading off-price apparel and home fashion company in the United States, plans to expand its distribution and…
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Graham announces $34.6 million grant to support Carolina Panthers development
June 16, 2020
U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) announced the South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) received a nearly $40 million grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation. SCDOT will construct a…
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Clemson Trustees approve Honors College name change
June 12, 2020
The Clemson University Board of Trustees approved changing the name of the University’s Honors College to the Clemson University Honors College, effective immediately. The college has been named the Calhoun…
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Bobbitt names Brian Denisar as Chief Executive Officer
June 12, 2020
The Board of Directors of Bobbitt, a prominent commercial construction company serving the Carolinas, announces the appointment of Brian Denisar as Chief Executive Officer. Denisar comes to Bobbitt with more…
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Charter invests $10 million dollars to support Black and other minority-owned small businesses in underserved communities
June 11, 2020
Charter Communications, Inc. announced the company will invest $10 million in partnership with both the National Urban League (NUL) and National Action Network (NAN) to support Black and other minority-owned…
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McClancy Seasoning expanding operations in Lancaster County
June 9, 2020
More Than $9.4 Million Investment to Create 108 New Jobs McClancy Seasoning, a leading food product innovation and manufacturing company, announced plans to expand its Lancaster County operations. The investment…
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Phillips named to U.S. Chamber national initiative to address inequality of opportunity
June 9, 2020
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce selected Carlos Phillips, Greenville Chamber President/CEO, to serve on its National Initiative on Inequality of Opportunity. The national steering committee includes five other leaders from…
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Joint statement on need to continue to practice social distancing and proper use of face masks in South Carolina
June 9, 2020
In the best interest of the health of all South Carolinians, the S.C. Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC), S.C. Hospital Association (SCHA), S.C. Medical Association (SCMA) and S.C.…
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University of South Carolina ranks among top worldwide universities granted U.S. utility patents in 2019
June 8, 2020
For the eighth-consecutive year, the University of South Carolina stands among the top 100 universities in the world, based on the number of U.S. utility patents faculty members received in…
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Santee Cooper, Central begin process to add up to 500MW solar power
June 8, 2020
Santee Cooper and Central Electric Power Cooperative have launched a bid process seeking to purchase up to 500 megawatts (MW) of new utility-scale solar power through several projects to be…
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Dominion Energy commits $5 million to social justice, community rebuilding efforts
June 4, 2020
$4 million committed to community nonprofits for social justice, equality, rebuilding $1 million committed to supporting minority-owned, small businesses Dominion Energy (NYSE: D) and its charitable foundation are committing $5…
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Farmer’s Market to open season as TD Essential Market – June 6
June 2, 2020
Modified market to include 42 vendors each week City officials and event partners shared details for the opening of the TD Essential Market presented by Prisma Health. The temporary name…
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College of Charleston goes test optional for fall 2021
June 2, 2020
Students who are applying for admission to the College of Charleston for fall 2021 can choose to have their application evaluated without SAT or ACT scores. “We’ve suspected for some…
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AXISCADES launching new U.S. operations in Greenville County, South Carolina
June 2, 2020
AXISCADES, an end-to-end engineering solutions and product company, has established new operations in Greenville County. The company’s new offices are projected to create 15 new jobs by 2021. Founded in…
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SCRA announces two new client companies
June 2, 2020
South Carolina Research Authority (SCRA) announced the recent acceptance of two Client Companies into its entrepreneurial program, SC Launch. Foresight Data Systems, LLC, located in Columbia, is developing a new,…
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Kontane Logistics, Inc. expanding operations in Berkeley County
May 28, 2020
Expansion Will Create 30 New Jobs Kontane Logistics, Inc., a third-party warehousing and industrial packaging solutions company, today announced plans to expand operations in Berkeley County. The company’s expansion will…
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DHEC surpasses goal to test 110,000 South Carolinians in May; Latest COVID-19 Update
May 28, 2020
The Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) today announced that 110,316 tests for COVID-19 have been performed in South Carolina since May 1. Earlier this month, DHEC and its…
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Dr. Michael Mikota named seventh president of Spartanburg Community College
May 26, 2020
Spartanburg Community College has named Dr. Michael Mikota to the position of president, effective July 13. The Spartanburg County Commission for Technical and Community Education selected Dr. Mikota after a…
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SCDOT releases initial COVID-19 financial impact projections
May 25, 2020
The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) has released its initial projections of the financial impact of COVID-19, indicating a decrease in agency revenues based on expected reductions in gas…
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Trident United Way sets funding record for emergency response with COVID-19
May 21, 2020
$425,000 raised in just two months is more than any other single event in our history In just two months, generous donors to Trident United Way have raised more for…
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Nephron, One Medical partner to offer COVID-19 testing services
May 21, 2020
Nephron Pharmaceuticals Corporation, one of the fastest growing pharmaceutical companies in the country, announced a new partnership with One Medical, a leading national digital health and primary care organization that…
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SC Ports welcomes American solar module maker to South Carolina
May 13, 2020
S.C. Ports Authority announced that First Solar, Inc., America’s largest solar manufacturer, has selected Greenville, S.C., for its new distribution hub on the East Coast. Headquartered in Arizona, First Solar…
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One Region releases strategy and guidelines to safely reopen Tri-County area
May 12, 2020
One Region, a collaborative initiative focused on building a stronger, more inclusive regional economy, has released phase one of re|IGNITE, a plan to safely reopen businesses in Berkeley, Charleston and…
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Restaurants are able to open for limited dine-in services Monday, May 11
May 8, 2020
Governor Also Lifts Boating Restrictions Statewide, Effective Immediately Governor Henry McMaster announced that restaurants throughout South Carolina will be allowed to reopen for limited dine-in services beginning on Monday, May…
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College of Charleston adopts 10-year strategic plan to become national university
May 8, 2020
The College of Charleston Board of Trustees on Thursday, May 7, 2020, approved a new strategic plan that will guide the institution over the next 10 years as it seeks to become…
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Dr. Jermaine Whirl of Greenville Technical College chosen for national presidential fellowship for community college leaders
May 4, 2020
The Aspen Institute College Excellence Program announced that Dr. Jermaine Whirl, vice president for learning and workforce development at Greenville Technical College, is one of 40 leaders selected for the…
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#SupportSupporters through virtual Midlands Gives Day Tuesday, May 5, hosted by Central Carolina Community Foundation
May 4, 2020
Central Carolina Community Foundation, the Midlands’ center for philanthropy, is connecting the community virtually to raise critically needed funds for local nonprofits through Midlands Gives, the 18-hour, online giving challenge…
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Charleston Stevedoring Company launches at Port of Charleston
May 4, 2020
Marine Terminals Corporation – East (Ports America), Ceres Marine Terminals Inc. (Ceres), and SSA Atlantic LLC (SSA) announced they have formed a joint venture company to provide container terminal and…
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Gov. Henry McMaster to lift “Work-or-Home” order May 4th
May 1, 2020
Outdoor Dining Service for Restaurants to Start May 4th Governor Henry McMaster announced that the statewide “Work-or-Home” order will be lifted and returned to voluntary status on Monday, May 4th.…
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Hammond Headmaster Chris Angel named 10th Headmaster of Baylor School
April 29, 2020
Chris Angel, headmaster of Hammond School for the past 11 years, has been named headmaster of Baylor School in Chattanooga, Tennessee beginning July 2021. Hammond, an independent school offering students…
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South State commits $600,000 to COVID-19 relief
April 29, 2020
Offers Support for Communities and Small Businesses through SBA Paycheck Protection Program COLUMBIA, SC – South State Bank announced that it will donate $600,000 to the South State Emergency Relief…
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BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina and the BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina Foundation join forces with Senior Resources to combat food insecurity for vulnerable elders
April 29, 2020
BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina and the BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina Foundation have joined together with Senior Resources to provide emergency food assistance beginning now into early summer in…
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R.B.’s Seafood restaurant closes; iconic Shem Creek property sells for $7 million
April 29, 2020Iconic Shem Creek eatery R.B.’s Seafood Restaurant has closed its doors, and the property at 97 Church St. has been sold to Geyer Capital Management LLC of Atlanta for $7…
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Greenville Technical College and Lander University partner to advance education
April 28, 2020
Greenville Technical College (GTC) and Lander University (LU) have formed a partnership to enhance the transfer of students from GTC to LU. Articulation agreements will allow Greenville Tech students to…
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