Magnolia Gardens gears up for another holiday food drive
November 3, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – In November and December, bring one or more non-perishable healthy food items to Magnolia Plantation and Gardens to receive special discounts off the garden admission and nature…
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Diverse group discusses need for responsible Atlantic offshore energy development
November 3, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – Today, Consumer Energy Alliance (CEA) hosted the 2015 Atlantic Energy Forum in Columbia, South Carolina, featuring Abigail Ross Hopper, Director of the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management…
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Darkness to Light announces new board member
October 28, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – Darkness to Light (D2L), a leading organization in the fight to prevent, recognize and react responsibly to child sexual abuse, today announced the appointment of Jamie Tozzi…
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The Ronald McDonald House of Charleston will receive Five Star treatment during its eighth annual ‘Five Star Day’, courtesy of Forbes Five Star Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort
October 27, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – For the eighth consecutive year, The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort will bring the season of giving to the guests of the Charleston Ronald McDonald House…
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333 Lowcountry pets find home during ASPCA Mega-match-a-thon
October 27, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – The community response to the 2015 ASPCA Mega-match-a-thon presented by Subaru (October 23 – October 26) was overwhelming, with 333 animals placed into new, loving homes “The…
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Charleston’s tech economy robust in 2015
October 26, 2015
Annual Wage and Job Growth Data Consistent Since 2004 CHARLESTON, SC – In its 12th Wage and Job Growth survey, the Charleston Digital Corridor is pleased to announce that the…
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Carolina Panthers select American Cancer Society staffer for ‘Keep Pounding Ceremony’
October 26, 2015
Society staff member and cancer survivor, Ashley Cashon, was the honored drummer for special ‘A Crucial Catch’ game CHARLOTTE, NC – The Carolina Panthers honored those who are currently fighting…
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Lowcountry Autism Foundation to host second annual Oysters for Autism at Bowens Island
October 22, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – The Lowcountry Autism Foundation is set to shuck some hot steamy oysters for a cause at the ever-popular Bowens Island Restaurant, www.bowensislandrestaurant.com<http://www.bowensislandrestaurant.com> on Sunday, November 8th from…
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Riley Institute announces 2015 Dick and Tunky Riley Excellence Award
October 22, 2015GREENVILLE, SC – A program aimed at attracting the best and brightest South Carolina students to teaching has won the 2015 Dick and Tunky Riley WhatWorksSC Award for Excellence. Furman…
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Wounded Warrior Project awards Palmetto Carriage Works with honorary plaque
October 21, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – On October 15, Palmetto Carriage Works hosted 52 Wounded Warriors at the Big Red Barn and toured them around the historic city. The soldiers awarded Palmetto Carriage…
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Chase After a Cure Gala tickets on sale Nov. 1; one-week discounted ticket price available
October 19, 2015
CHARLESTON, S.C. – Chase After a Cure will host its eighth annual gala, raising money for childhood cancer research at Medical University of South Carolina Children’s Hospital, on Saturday,…
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The ARK hosts Alzheimer’s Foundation’s National Memory Screening Program
October 14, 2015
SUMMERVILLE, SC – As part of the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America’s (AFA) National Memory Screening Program, The ARK, Alzheimer’s Family Support Services will offer free, confidential memory screenings from 1-5…
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S.C. Chamber announces 2015 Public Servant of the Year
October 14, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – The South Carolina Chamber is proud to announce as its 2015 Public Servant of the Year. Governor Haley will be awarded on November 12, 2015 at the…
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Chase After a Cure donates $120,000 to MUSC for childhood cancer research
October 12, 2015
SUMMERVILLE, SC – Celebrating the end of Childhood Cancer Awareness Month in September, local nonprofit Chase After a Cure made its annual donation to the Medical University of South Carolina…
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Time Warner Cable partners with The American Red Cross to aid flooding victims In South Carolina
October 12, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – Time Warner Cable announced today a donation of $50,000 in cash and $250,000 in local media to support the American Red Cross recovery efforts following historic flooding…
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Liberty Fellowship announces new Executive Director and enhancements to its seminar program
October 12, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Liberty Fellowship announced Luanne Runge has been named Executive Director. A Fellow from the Class of 2009, Runge joined Liberty Fellowship in 2014 as Associate Executive Director.…
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The Rusty Rudder Oktoberfest taking donations for SC flood victims this Saturday
October 7, 2015
MOUNT PLEASANT, SC – In wake of the recent and ongoing South Carolina storm devastation and deadly flooding, TheRusty Rudder Mount Pleasant, located at 3562 N. Hwy 17, is spreading…
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SCAM ALERT: Avoid fraudulent charities looking to profit off flood
October 7, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – In response to the devastation of the recent flood, many South Carolinians are searching for ways to help victims. The SC Department of Consumer Affairs and Secretary of…
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Wells Fargo announces $300,000 donation to Red Cross to aid flood relief efforts
October 7, 2015SAN FRANCISCO, CA – Wells Fargo & Company (NYSE: WFC) announced today that it is making a donation of $300,000 to the American Red Cross to support disaster relief efforts in…
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TD donates $100,000 to aid flood relief efforts
October 7, 2015TD Bank and the TD Charitable Foundation today donated $75,000 to the American Red Cross and $25,000 to a local food bank to assist with flood relief efforts in South…
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United Way of Greenville County contributes $100,000 to Flood Disaster Recovery
October 7, 2015
Columbia, SC — United Way of Greenville County is contributing $100,000 on behalf of its donors to support flood recovery efforts around the state. The executive committee of United Way…
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National Flood Relief Fund for S.C. Midlands organizations established by Central Carolina Community Foundation
October 7, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – Deadly, record-smashing rainfall has caused massive flooding across the eleven Midlands counties served by Central Carolina Community Foundation in Columbia, S.C. In response, the Foundation has established a…
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Baptist Disaster Relief announces assistance for flood damaged homes
October 7, 2015CONWAY, SC – Baptist Disaster Relief has announced assistance for homeowners whose properties were damaged by flood waters. The assistance is without charge and is open to all Horry County property…
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National Flood Relief Fund for S.C. Midlands organizations established by Central Carolina Community Foundation
October 7, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – Deadly, record-smashing rainfall has caused massive flooding across the eleven Midlands counties served by Central Carolina Community Foundation in Columbia, S.C. In response, the Foundation has established a…
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Girl Scouts collecting supplies for flood-affected members
October 6, 2015GREENVILLE, SC – The Girl Scouts of South Carolina – Mountains to Midlands Council is asking the public to help with its effort to provide relief from the devastation and…
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SBA offers disaster assistance to residents of South Carolina affected by severe storms and flooding
October 6, 2015
WASHINGTON, DC – The U.S. Small Business Administration’s Administrator Maria Contreras-Sweet issued the following statement after the announcement of the Presidential disaster declaration for several counties in South Carolina affected by…
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Southern Fried young entrepreneurs headed to NYC to work their magic
October 5, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – Two lowcountry young entrepreneurs get their chance to pitch their business plans in a Shark Tank like setting competing for the grand prize of $35,000 next week.…
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Heritage Classic Foundation names new board members
October 1, 2015
HILTON HEAD ISLAND, SC – The Heritage Classic Foundation has elected two new members to the Board, which oversees the operations and charitable giving of the PGA TOUR’s RBC Heritage…
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The 23rd annual writing contest for young readers
October 1, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – Young readers in grades 4-12 are invited to write a personal letter to an author for the Letters about Literature (LAL) contest, a national reading and writing promotion…
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The 6th Annual Charleston Jazz Jam
September 30, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – The 6th Annual Charleston Jazz Jam “Hand in Hand” – A Tribute to the Mother Emanuel AME Church Family, will be held from 5pm to 9pm, Sunday,…
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Rotary District 7770 awards three Ambassadorial Global Scholars
September 28, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – District 7770 recently awarded scholarships to three new Ambassadorial Global Scholars for a year of graduate study overseas. Ambassadorial Global Scholars pursue studies which offer sustainable, high-impact…
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SC Bar Foundation seeks young lawyers for Ambassador program
September 28, 2015COLUMBIA, SC — The South Carolina Bar Foundation is seeking young attorneys interested in a leadership position to become Bar Foundation Ambassadors. The Foundation launched the Ambassador program in January…
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Bennett Hospitality gifts $50,000 in honor of Emanuel AME Church
September 28, 2015College of Charleston scholarship open to contributions CHARLESTON, SC – Bennett Hospitality, a locally owned, full-service real estate company is pleased to announce a grant to the College of Charleston…
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Free Pet Vaccine Clinic helps 100 families
September 28, 2015
NORTH CHARLESTON, SC – 30 Staff and Volunteers from Charleston Animal Society held a Vaccine Clinic in North Charleston Saturday, helping pets in the Dorchester Waylyn neighborhood. Pets in this…
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The ARK Offers Leader Training for Powerful Tools for Caregivers Program
September 28, 2015
SUMMERVILLE, S.C. – The ARK, Alzheimer’s Family Support Services, is offering a Powerful Tools for Caregivers leadership course on Oct. 15-16 at The ARK office in Summerville, 206 Central Ave.…
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Bennett Hospitality gifts $50,000 in honor of Emanuel AME Church
September 28, 2015
College of Charleston scholarship open to contributions CHARLESTON, SC – Bennett Hospitality, a locally owned, full-service real estate company is pleased to announce a grant to the College of Charleston…
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Good Shepherd Lutheran Church Foundation awards grant supports Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Columbia
September 26, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Columbia is honored to announce receiving the Good Shepherd Foundation grant from the Good Shepherd Lutheran Church. The Good Shepherd Foundation…
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Lowcountry Open Land Trust receives $50,000 grant from Wells Fargo
September 25, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – The Lowcountry Open Land Trust recently received a grant for $50,000 to support its work in the Cooper River Corridor Watershed. The Land Trust was one of 61…
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Charleston Metro Chamber seeks companies to participate in wage and benefits survey
September 25, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – The Center for Business Research (CBR), a department of the Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce, is conducting a bi-annual Wage and Benefits survey and is seeking participation from regional businesses.…
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SCRA releases year end economic development results
September 24, 2015
SUMMERVILLE, SC – SCRA today announced Fiscal Year (FY) 2015 results for its Technology Ventures sector. This business sector executes SCRA’s high-tech economic development mission through its flagship SC Launch program,…
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NAM announces Trauger as Vice President of Government Relations
September 23, 2015
WASHINGTON, DC – The National Association of Manufacturers (NAM) announced Joe Trauger as its new vice president of government relations. Trauger will take the helm of an already vibrant government…
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Junior Achievement of Coastal South Carolina to consolidate with Junior Achievement of Central South Carolina
September 16, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – Junior Achievement of Central South Carolina and Junior Achievement of Coastal South Carolina have been proud to serve local youth for the last 47 and 49 years…
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Charleston Parks Conservancy invites public input
September 16, 2015
CHARLESTON, S.C. – In an effort to improve a well-used park on the upper peninsula, the Charleston Parks Conservancy, in partnership with the City of Charleston and the Eastside…
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‘Gifts of Aging’ event celebrates older adults aging successfully
September 16, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – In October, the focus will be on Charleston area residents, business leaders, volunteers and others who demonstrate the key elements of successful aging in place – healthy…
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Columbia, Florence and Greenville Communities rally together to generate $77,640 for Harvest Hope Food Bank to fight hunger
September 16, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – Today Walmart announces that Columbia, Florence and Greenville residents helped generate a total of $77,640.45, for Harvest Hope Food Bank to support those facing hunger in the local…
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Columbia, Florence and Greenville Communities rally together to generate $77,640 for Harvest Hope Food Bank to fight hunger
September 16, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – Today Walmart announces that Columbia, Florence and Greenville residents helped generate a total of $77,640.45, for Harvest Hope Food Bank to support those facing hunger in the local…
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MUSC Foundation Board names new members, officers
September 14, 2015
CHARLSTON, SC – The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) Foundation Board announced its recently elected officers. Mr. Carlos E. Evans, Retired Wells Fargo Bank Executive, Charlotte, was elected chair. …
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South Carolina’s Camp Happy Days featured charity of the Taste of the South 2015 Gala receives $194,638 donation
September 14, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – Camp Happy Days is proud to announce that we were the featured charity for the 2015 Taste of the South Gala, an annual black-tie charity gala in…
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Party for the Parks returns with new venue for 2015
September 14, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – The Charleston Parks Conservancy’s largest fundraiser is back this fall. Hundreds of party-goers will fill Cannon Park to celebrate Charleston’s parks with food, drinks, music, live entertainers…
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Darkness to Light announces new Board Member
September 14, 2015
Charleston local Sebastian Steadman joins organization Board of Directors CHARLESTON, SC – Darkness to Light (D2L) announced the appointment of Sebastian Steadman of Charleston to the organization’s Board of Directors.…
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