Town of Ridgeville Supports Red Cross Heroes for Fire Survivors Campaign
August 11, 2016
James Williams, the Mayor of Ridgeville, South Carolina, recently made a donation to the Heroes for Fire Survivors Campaign of the American Red Cross of Lowcountry SC. Across the state,…
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South Carolina Association of Health Underwriters elects new leadership
August 10, 2016
COLUMBIA, SC – The South Carolina Association of Health Underwriters (SCAHU) announces its 2016-2017 Officers, Board of Directors and Chapter Representatives. Eric Wells, Southeastern Insurance Consultants, LLC (Columbia) was elected…
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Grimball Reelected as President of ABVI Board
August 8, 2016
The Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired-Charleston (ABVI) is pleased to announce that Capers Grimball will be serving her second term as president of the board. Capers has served…
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Charleston lawyer Anne McGinness Kearse named 2016-2017 Public Justice President
August 1, 2016
Motley Rice member attorney Anne McGinness Kearse was welcomed as the newest Public Justice President. Public Justice is a national public interest law firm that fights against injustices and is supported by the…
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ECCO increases client access to healthy and fresh food
July 26, 2016
New refrigerated cargo van and Farmers Market supports nonprofit mission MOUNT PLEASANT, SC – East Cooper Community Outreach, aka ECCO, will host the third Fresh and Free Client Choice Farmers Market…
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2016 Librarian of the Year selected as CCPL’s next executive director
July 19, 2016
Nicolle Davies, a nationally recognized library leader who was named Library Journal magazine’s 2016 Librarian of the Year, will be Charleston County Public Library’s new executive director, the library’s Board…
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Charleston Parks Conservancy announces $200,000 pledge from The Speedwell Foundation for West Ashley Greenway and Bikeway
July 18, 2016
CHARLESTON, S.C. – The Charleston Parks Conservancy announced a $200,000 pledge from The Speedwell Foundation to dramatically improve the West Ashley Greenway and West Ashley Bikeway. The Speedwell Foundation has…
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Bonnie Anzelmo new Executive Director of Injured Workers’ Advocate
July 14, 2016
COLUMBIA, SC – Bonnie G. Anzelmo has joined Injured Workers’ Advocates of South Carolina as the organization’s new Executive Director. Anzelmo grew up in Barnwell and is an honors graduate…
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Kids Teeth collecting School supplies for Hootie & The Blowfish Homegrown Roundup
July 14, 2016
MOUNT PLEASANT, SC – Rock band Hootie & The Blowfish has become synonymous with helping kids in the Lowcountry get ready to head back to the classroom. But beyond the…
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South Carolina Center for Fathers and Families launches new website
July 12, 2016
Site Will Help Non-Custodial Parents Prepare Visitation Requests and Represent Themselves in Court COLUMBIA, SC – July is National Make a Difference for a Child Month and the South Carolina…
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South Carolina Center for Fathers and Families launches new website
July 12, 2016
Site Will Help Non-Custodial Parents Prepare Visitation Requests and Represent Themselves in Court COLUMBIA, SC – July is National Make a Difference for a Child Month and the South Carolina…
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South Carolina Aquarium works to prepare coastal communities for climate change
July 11, 2016
New Initiative Focuses on Helping Citizens and Communities Cope and Thrive in the Face of Rising Seas Sea level rise, storm surge and changing ocean conditions caused by climate change…
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Free educational programs for caregiving available to Charleston area businesses
July 11, 2016
More than 44 million Americans are providing unpaid caregiving for an adult family member and 61 percent of those caregivers are working either full or part time. About 13 percent…
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Inpatient rehabilitation facilities recommended for stroke recovery
July 11, 2016For the first time, guidelines have been developed by the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association for rehabilitation after a stroke. In the guidelines, which were released in May 2016, the…
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Inpatient rehabilitation facilities recommended for stroke recovery
July 11, 2016
For the first time, guidelines have been developed by the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association for rehabilitation after a stroke. In the guidelines, which were released in May 2016, the…
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128 year old local nonprofit gets a new name, new brand identity
July 6, 2016
Family Services, Inc. will now be doing business as Origin SC NORTH CHARLESTON, SC – Family Services, Inc. (FSI) has had its roots in the Charleston area since 1888,…
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Library board elects Brack to be new chairman
July 1, 2016
CHARLESTON, SC – The Board of Trustees of the Charleston County Public Library has elected Charleston businessman and publisher Andy Brack to serve as its chairman. Other officers elected include tax…
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Salute from the Shore to feature ‘Air Parade’ of F-16s and vintage military aircraft flyover of South Carolina’s coast on July Fourth
June 30, 2016
Salute from the Shore, a 501(c)3 organization, was founded in 2010 by patriotic South Carolinians to honor our armed forces on Independence Day. Every year on July Fourth, hundreds of…
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Salute from the Shore to feature ‘Air Parade’ of F-16s and vintage military aircraft flyover of South Carolina’s coast on July Fourth
June 30, 2016
Salute from the Shore, a 501(c)3 organization, was founded in 2010 by patriotic South Carolinians to honor our armed forces on Independence Day. Every year on July Fourth, hundreds of…
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Charleston Animal Society CEO receives a “Maddie Hero Award”
June 29, 2016
Maddie’s Fund®, a national family foundation based in Pleasanton, CA, has surprised nine animal welfare leaders with the first ever Maddie Hero Awards for their incredible efforts in animal lifesaving…
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Nominations Open for 2016 James F. Barker Ethics in Action Award
June 28, 2016Clemson University’s Rutland Institute for Ethics has opened nominations for its annual James F. Barker Ethics in Action Award. This prestigious award recognizes and celebrates a special individual’s actions that…
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Nominations open for 2016 James F. Barker Ethics in Action Award
June 28, 2016
Clemson University’s Rutland Institute for Ethics has opened nominations for its annual James F. Barker Ethics in Action Award. This prestigious award recognizes and celebrates a special individual’s actions that…
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Liberty Fellowship names new Board of Directors
June 27, 2016Seven leaders from across South Carolina make up the new Board of Directors for Liberty Fellowship, with Co-founder Hayne Hipp serving as Chair Emeritus. Active in Liberty Fellowship a combined…
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Liberty Fellowship names new Board of Directors
June 27, 2016
Seven leaders from across South Carolina make up the new Board of Directors for Liberty Fellowship, with Co-founder Hayne Hipp serving as Chair Emeritus. Active in Liberty Fellowship a combined…
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The Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired names Plotner as new Executive Director
June 21, 2016
CHARLESTON, SC – On the 80th anniversary of the Association for the Blind & Visually Impaired – Charleston (ABVI), the Board of Directors announced the selection of Courtney Parades Plotner…
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First Choice Fit® Marcus Lattimore football camps announced
June 16, 2016
Community health fairs offered to campers and the public at no charge. The Xtra Inch, in partnership with Select Health of South Carolina’s First Choice Medicaid health plan, presents First…
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Alzheimer’s Association SC highlights “truths” about the disease during Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month in June
June 15, 2016COLUMBIA, SC – It is common knowledge that Alzheimer’s disease robs people of their ability to remember, but other truths about the disease remain unknown. For instance, many people are…
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Alzheimer’s Association SC highlights “truths” about the disease during Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month in June
June 15, 2016
COLUMBIA, SC – It is common knowledge that Alzheimer’s disease robs people of their ability to remember, but other truths about the disease remain unknown. For instance, many people are…
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Pat Littlejohn, Executive Director, SC Center for Fathers and Families
June 14, 2016
The mission of the MidlandsBiz Podcast series is to support leadership in Giving Back, Diversity, Entrepreneurship, Continuous Education, the Knowledge Economy and the Arts. Thanks to our Sponsor: …
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Pat Littlejohn, Executive Director, SC Center for Fathers and Families
June 14, 2016
The mission of the MidlandsBiz Podcast series is to support leadership in Giving Back, Diversity, Entrepreneurship, Continuous Education, the Knowledge Economy and the Arts. Thanks to our Sponsor: …
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South Carolina Federal COO, Troy Hall PhD, named Lowcountry Orphan Relief Chairman
June 13, 2016
N. CHARLESTON, SC – South Carolina Federal Credit Union is pleased to announce, Chief Operating Officer, Troy Hall PhD’s appointment to board chairman of Lowcountry Orphan Relief (LOR). The Charleston…
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Salute from the Shore to feature ‘Air Parade’ of F-16s and vintage military aircraft flyover of South Carolina’s coast on July 4th
June 9, 2016Salute from the Shore, a 501(c)3 organization, was founded in 2010 by patriotic South Carolinians to honor our armed forces on Independence Day. Every year on July Fourth, hundreds of…
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Sinclair and Flanick join Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce team
June 9, 2016
CHARLESTON, SC – The Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce recently welcomed two new team members; Shea Sinclair as the Vice President of Development and Cassandra Flanick as the Advancement Administrative…
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Salute from the Shore to feature ‘Air Parade’ of F-16s and vintage military aircraft flyover of South Carolina’s coast on July 4th
June 9, 2016
Salute from the Shore, a 501(c)3 organization, was founded in 2010 by patriotic South Carolinians to honor our armed forces on Independence Day. Every year on July Fourth, hundreds of…
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Free class equips family caregivers with self-care tools
June 8, 2016
The ARK, Alzheimer’s Family Support Services, is offering a free series of classes specifically designed for caregivers. The “Powerful Tools for Caregivers” is an educational program designed to help family…
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Now accepting nominations for next class of Liberty Fellows
June 6, 2016Nominations are being accepted through July 1 for the Liberty Fellowship Class of 2018. Eligible candidates must meet the following criteria: 1. South Carolina resident 2. Age 30 — 45…
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Now accepting nominations for next class of Liberty Fellows
June 6, 2016
Nominations are being accepted through July 1 for the Liberty Fellowship Class of 2018. Eligible candidates must meet the following criteria: 1. South Carolina resident 2. Age 30 — 45…
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Charleston Animal Society a Top-Rated “Great Nonprofit”
June 2, 2016
Charleston Animal Society announced its continued commitment to excellence with awards from two of the most prestigious nonprofit watchdog groups in the country. In May, Charleston Animal Society was selected as…
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Magnolia encourages blood donations with free admission coupon
June 1, 2016
Magnolia Plantation and Gardens is partnering with the American Red Cross to encourage blood donations in June by offering free garden admission to America’s oldest garden. Give blood or attempt…
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Riggs Partners and Trio Solutions announce 2016 CreateAthon dates
June 1, 2016
Nonprofits encouraged to apply now to be considered for free marketing services Riggs Partners in Columbia and Trio Solutions in Charleston will hold their annual CreateAthon events for South Carolina-based…
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Riggs Partners and Trio Solutions announce 2016 CreateAthon dates
May 31, 2016Nonprofits encouraged to apply now to be considered for free marketing services Riggs Partners in Columbia and Trio Solutions in Charleston will hold their annual CreateAthon events for South Carolina-based…
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East Cooper Community Outreach presents Client Choice Farmers Market
May 24, 2016
New initiative to improve healthy food options for clients . MOUNT PLEASANT, SC – East Cooper Community Outreach (ECCO) will host its second Client Choice Farmers Market on Wednesday, as part…
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Lowcountry Red Cross volunteer assisting with disaster relief in Houston
May 19, 2016Texas has been having a tough year with disaster after disaster impacting the Lone Star State, and American Red Cross workers, including several from South Carolina, have been helping affected…
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Lowcountry Red Cross volunteer assisting with disaster relief in Houston
May 19, 2016
Texas has been having a tough year with disaster after disaster impacting the Lone Star State, and American Red Cross workers, including several from South Carolina, have been helping affected…
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Columbia attorney William Witherspoon to lead SC Bar
May 16, 2016
COLUMBIA, SC – Columbia attorney William K. Witherspoon will be installed as the 2016-17 president of the South Carolina Bar on Thursday, May 19, during the Bar’s House of Delegates meeting at…
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Columbia attorney William Witherspoon to lead SC Bar
May 16, 2016
COLUMBIA, SC – Columbia attorney William K. Witherspoon will be installed as the 2016-17 president of the South Carolina Bar on Thursday, May 19, during the Bar’s House of Delegates meeting at…
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Barrier Islands Free Medical Clinic raises $172,000 for 2,800 free patient visits during ninth annual golf invitational fundraiser
May 12, 2016
Longtime Johns Island resident Wayne Dubose credits Barrier Islands Free Medical Clinic (BIFMC), a non-profit organization that provides free health care to uninsured, low income adults who live or work…
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American Red Cross of Lowcountry SC announces new board member
May 10, 2016The American Red Cross of Lowcountry SC announced that Dave Miller has joined the Board of Directors. Miller brings 22 years of experience working in blood services in the US…
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American Red Cross of Lowcountry SC announces new board member
May 10, 2016
The American Red Cross of Lowcountry SC announced that Dave Miller has joined the Board of Directors. Miller brings 22 years of experience working in blood services in the US…
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Two South Carolina school leaders receive top honors
May 9, 2016
Calhoun County School District Superintendent, Dr. Steve Wilson, has been named the 2017 South Carolina Superintendent of the Year, and District Five of Lexington & Richland Counties Chief Instructional Officer,…
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