Queenie M. Boyd elected as SCSBA president
December 5, 2016
COLUMBIA, SC – Queenie M. Boyd, board member of the Lee County School District Board, was elected as president of the South Carolina School Boards Association (SCSBA) during the association’s…
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Queenie M. Boyd elected as SCSBA president
December 5, 2016
COLUMBIA, SC – Queenie M. Boyd, board member of the Lee County School District Board, was elected as president of the South Carolina School Boards Association (SCSBA) during the association’s…
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South Carolinians favor repairing schools before roads, new poll finds
December 1, 2016
Fifty-four percent of South Carolinians favor fixing the state’s schools before repairing roads. That is among the surprising findings of a newly released scientific poll of 600 residents conducted across…
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South Carolinians favor repairing schools before roads, new poll finds
December 1, 2016
Fifty-four percent of South Carolinians favor fixing the state’s schools before repairing roads. That is among the surprising findings of a newly released scientific poll of 600 residents conducted across…
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Red Cross announces new additions to its Board of Directors
November 22, 2016The American Red Cross of Lowcountry SC announced that Mark McCain and David Dunlap have joined its Board of Directors. “I am honored to have David and Mark bringing both…
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Red Cross issues safe cooking tips as Thanksgiving approaches
November 22, 2016Thanksgiving is almost here – a time when many people will prepare a holiday feast with their loved ones. The American Red Cross has steps people can follow to stay…
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Red Cross announces new additions to its Board of Directors
November 22, 2016
The American Red Cross of Lowcountry SC announced that Mark McCain and David Dunlap have joined its Board of Directors. “I am honored to have David and Mark bringing both…
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Red Cross issues safe cooking tips as Thanksgiving approaches
November 22, 2016
Thanksgiving is almost here – a time when many people will prepare a holiday feast with their loved ones. The American Red Cross has steps people can follow to stay…
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007th Annual YEScarolina Gala for youth entrepreneurship in SC
November 16, 2016
Over 500 guests attended the sold out YEScarolina 007th Annual Gala on Thursday, October 13th at the Gaillard Center. In addition to the annual gala being YEScarolina’s premiere fundraiser, it is a…
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YWCA of Greater Charleston launches tech coding club for middle school girls
November 14, 2016
The YWCA of Greater Charleston will launch a free coding club for girls in the 6th to 8th grades beginning today. Created in partnership with Girls Who Code and Charleston…
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YWCA of Greater Charleston launches tech coding club for middle school girls
November 14, 2016
The YWCA of Greater Charleston will launch a free coding club for girls in the 6th to 8th grades beginning today. Created in partnership with Girls Who Code and Charleston…
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Lowcountry Local First wins National Growth Accelerator contest
November 10, 2016
Lowcountry Local First awarded $50,000 to fill gaps in Charleston’s entrepreneurial ecosystem Local Works, Lowcountry Local First’s open-sector coworking space for entrepreneurs and start-ups, has received $50,000 for being a…
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Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina awards $102,000 to 43 Caritas Grantees
November 8, 2016
The Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina recently awarded Caritas grants for the fall 2016 grant cycle. “In omnibus caritas” means In all things charity. Since its inception in…
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Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina awards $102,000 to 43 Caritas Grantees
November 8, 2016
The Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina recently awarded Caritas grants for the fall 2016 grant cycle. “In omnibus caritas” means In all things charity. Since its inception in…
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Charleston Animal Society Chili Cook-off & Oyster Roast November 19th
November 7, 2016
More than 100 Teams Will Compete at Riverfront Park in North Charleston The 2016 Chili Cook-off & Oyster Roast is scheduled for November 19th at Riverfront Park in North Charleston…
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Lowe’s stores team up to upgrade local children’s shelter
November 7, 2016
Carolina Youth Development Center’s children have a cozier and brighter living space thanks to a generous contribution of funding and volunteers from five Charleston-area Lowe’s Home Improvement stores. Twenty Lowe’s…
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World AIDS Day shines lights on HIV/AIDS in Charleston, urges awareness
November 2, 2016
Each year on Dec. 1, people all around the globe pause to remember the lives lost to the AIDS epidemic. Locally, AIDS service organizations will do that – and much…
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400 Chili Cook-Off tickets given to military families
November 2, 2016
Ceremony at Military Memorial on Old Navy Base happening Friday Thanks to the generosity of eight sponsors, Charleston Animal Society will give 400 Chili Cook-off & Oyster Roast tickets to…
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Tri-County Cradle to Career Collaborative adds to board of directors and staff
November 2, 2016
SC Boeing VP to join movement ensuring all Lowcountry students graduate ready for college or career Tri-County Cradle to Career Collaborative (TCCC), an organization dedicated to improving educational outcomes for…
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ECCO Executive Director Jack Little to step down after 11 years at the helm
November 1, 2016
After successfully leading East Cooper Community Outreach (ECCO) in Mount Pleasant for the last 11 years, Executive Director Jack Little has announced that he will be stepping down from his…
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Glasspro sponsoring A Concert for Heroes to benefit the American Red Cross
November 1, 2016As they celebrate their 21st anniversary, Glasspro is recognizing the 100 years of service that the American Red Cross has provided to the Lowcountry by hosting A Concert for Heroes.…
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Glasspro sponsoring A Concert for Heroes to benefit the American Red Cross
November 1, 2016
As they celebrate their 21st anniversary, Glasspro is recognizing the 100 years of service that the American Red Cross has provided to the Lowcountry by hosting A Concert for Heroes.…
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Clemson and USC kick-off Palmetto Series Food Drive to benefit Harvest Hope and Golden Harvest
October 31, 2016
The University of South Carolina and Clemson University launched the Certified SC Grown Palmetto Series Food Drive in a coordinated effort to benefit Harvest Hope Food Bank and Golden Harvest…
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Clemson and USC kick-off Palmetto Series Food Drive to benefit Harvest Hope and Golden Harvest
October 31, 2016
The University of South Carolina and Clemson University launched the Certified SC Grown Palmetto Series Food Drive in a coordinated effort to benefit Harvest Hope Food Bank and Golden Harvest…
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Ronald McDonald House of Charleston will receive Five Star treatment during its ninth annual ‘Five Star Day’
October 31, 2016
Courtesy of Forbes Five Star Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort For the ninth consecutive year, The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort will bring the season of giving to…
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Second annual Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Beach Walk set for November 5
October 30, 2016
Vacation Myrtle Beach resort group teams with American Cancer Society for the event The Vacation Myrtle Beach resort group is in its second year in a partnership with the American…
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Lowcountry Autism Foundation to host Charleston Golf Carts Oysters for Autism at Bowens Island
October 26, 2016
The Lowcountry Autism Foundation is set to shuck some hot steamy oysters for a cause at their third annual event at Bowens Island Restaurant, www.bowensislandrestaurant.com on Sunday, November 13th from…
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Halloween gets wet in annual underwater pumpkin carving competition
October 26, 2016
Divers from the South Carolina Aquarium Carve Intricate Designs into Pumpkins . Carving pumpkins on dry land is hard enough, carving a pumpkin 30 feet underwater with sharks swimming around…
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20 Marion County dogs caught in flooding evacuated to Charleston
October 19, 2016
Charleston Animal Society is helping to evacuate 20 dogs caught in the flooding that’s engulfed the Pee Dee region of South Carolina in the aftermath of Hurricane Matthew. The dogs…
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Sonesta makes a big pink splash this October with “Think Pink” to raise awareness and funds for Breast Cancer Awareness month
October 19, 2016
Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island goes pink this October in support of Breast Cancer Awareness month as part of its “Think Pink” campaign. In addition to literally turning pink –…
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Charleston Parks Conservancy celebrates the resiliency of city’s parks after Hurricane Matthew
October 12, 2016Hurricanes are a reminder of Mother’s Nature force — and her resilience. Many of Charleston’s city parks were littered with leaves, sticks and limbs, but suffered no significant damage after…
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In aftermath of deadly Hurricane Matthew, American Humane working to help animals displaced by storm
October 12, 2016
Major Emergency Aid and Reunification Center Established in South Carolina Animal rescue team delivering food and supplies, running veterinary clinics, reuniting families OKATIE, S.C. – In the deadly aftermath of killer Hurricane…
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Palmetto Goodwill partners with American Red Cross to provide clothing vouchers to Hurricane Matthew victims
October 11, 2016
Palmetto Goodwill is working with local chapters of the American Red Cross to provide help to those affected by Hurricane Matthew. Goodwill will be providing vouchers worth $35 that can…
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South Carolina Secretary of State Mark Hammond encourages wise charitable giving in the aftermath of Hurricane Matthew
October 11, 2016
In the wake of Hurricane Matthew’s devastating effects in the Caribbean and across the Southeast, Secretary of State Mark Hammond encourages South Carolinians seeking to help others to do so…
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South Carolina Secretary of State Mark Hammond encourages wise charitable giving in the aftermath of Hurricane Matthew
October 11, 2016
In the wake of Hurricane Matthew’s devastating effects in the Caribbean and across the Southeast, Secretary of State Mark Hammond encourages South Carolinians seeking to help others to do so…
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TD donates $200,000 to the Red Cross to support Hurricane Matthew relief efforts
October 11, 2016
TD Bank Group has donated $200,000 to the Red Cross to support relief efforts in the Caribbean, with an initial focus on Haiti, followed by the Carolinas, Florida and Georgia.…
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TD donates $200,000 to the Red Cross to support Hurricane Matthew relief efforts
October 11, 2016
TD Bank Group has donated $200,000 to the Red Cross to support relief efforts in the Caribbean, with an initial focus on Haiti, followed by the Carolinas, Florida and Georgia.…
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ECCO to offer assistance following Matthew
October 10, 2016East Cooper Community Outreach (ECCO) will resume regular service hours on Monday at 10:00 AM and operate as normal, through 4:00 PM this week. ECCO encourages those impacted by Hurricane…
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South Carolina United Ways to help with Hurricane Matthew relief and recovery
October 9, 2016
United Ways throughout South Carolina are working to help with relief and recovery efforts following Hurricane Matthew. The United Way Association of South Carolina (UWASC) has set-up a Hurricane Matthew…
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South Carolina United Ways to help with Hurricane Matthew relief and recovery
October 9, 2016
United Ways throughout South Carolina are working to help with relief and recovery efforts following Hurricane Matthew. The United Way Association of South Carolina (UWASC) has set-up a Hurricane Matthew…
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Red Cross: 27,000+ in evacuation shelters as Hurricane Matthew hits Florida; Storm cancels blood drives
October 7, 2016
Haiti suffers severe flooding; hundreds in shelters The American Red Cross has launched a massive sheltering operation in response to Hurricane Matthew with more than 27,000 people seeking refuge in…
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Red Cross: 27,000+ in evacuation shelters as Hurricane Matthew hits Florida; Storm cancels blood drives
October 7, 2016
Haiti suffers severe flooding; hundreds in shelters The American Red Cross has launched a massive sheltering operation in response to Hurricane Matthew with more than 27,000 people seeking refuge in…
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Shelters from across South Carolina join together before Hurricane Matthew: Charleston Animal Society helping Dorchester County SPCA
October 5, 2016
As Hurricane Matthew approaches, Charleston Animal Society personnel were busy helping Francis R. Willis SPCA in Dorchester County. “By getting our animals to a safe zone, we are building capacity…
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Charleston Animal Society closed until after Hurricane Matthew passes lowcountry: Pet owners urged to make pets part of their emergency evacuation plan
October 5, 2016
Charleston Animal Society is closed until after Hurricane Matthew passes the Lowcountry. Employees are working to make sure all of the animals at the shelter are cared for. Essential personnel…
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Charleston rUNdead 5K returns in November with plenty of new features and charitable focus
October 5, 2016Charleston’s zombie race, rUNdead, is back from the dead in 2016. A 5K run and fall festival, rUNdead is 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 12 at Mullet…
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SCSBA names Upchurch & Jowers Insurance Agency Champion for Public Education
October 4, 2016The South Carolina School Boards Association (SCSBA) will honor the Upchurch & Jowers Insurance Agency with a Champions for Public Education Award on Tuesday, October 4, during the Kershaw County…
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SCSBA names Upchurch & Jowers Insurance Agency Champion for Public Education
October 4, 2016
The South Carolina School Boards Association (SCSBA) will honor the Upchurch & Jowers Insurance Agency with a Champions for Public Education Award on Tuesday, October 4, during the Kershaw County…
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SMPS Palmetto Chapter elects 2016-2017 Board of Directors
October 3, 2016
The Society for Marketing Professional Services (SMPS) Palmetto Chapter has declared its 2016-2017 Board of Directors. SMPS Palmetto is a community of marketing and business development professionals representing the A/E/C…
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South Carolina United Ways continue to encourage everyone to support their communities one year after the flood
October 3, 2016
The United Way Association of South Carolina (UWASC) and local United Ways across the state are remembering the 1000 Year Flood with the release of a new report and social…
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South Carolina United Ways continue to encourage everyone to support their communities one year after the flood
October 3, 2016
The United Way Association of South Carolina (UWASC) and local United Ways across the state are remembering the 1000 Year Flood with the release of a new report and…
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