LICS announces new board members for 2018
February 8, 2018
Lexington Interfaith Community Services (LICS) announces the appointment of three new members to its Board of Directors to serve a two year term. “We are very pleased to welcome these…
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Mid-Year highlights for Capital Rotary
February 7, 2018At a mid-year assembly to review Capital Rotary’s accomplishments to date in the 2017-2018 Rotary year, president Blake DuBose thanked members for achieving highlights that included: • Attaining a current…
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South Carolina declines in teen pregnancy and childbearing lead to millions in public savings
February 7, 2018
More than two decades of investments in prevention programs and services have led to significant declines in unplanned pregnancies and birth rates among teens in South Carolina. New analysis from Power…
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South Carolina declines in teen pregnancy and childbearing lead to millions in public savings
February 7, 2018
More than two decades of investments in prevention programs and services have led to significant declines in unplanned pregnancies and birth rates among teens in South Carolina. New analysis from Power…
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A Child’s Haven 2018 Board of Directors announced
February 5, 2018
A Child’s Haven announces this year’s Board of Directors for 2018. The Board is the governing body of A Child’s Haven (ACH.) Members may be elected to three-year terms of…
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A Child’s Haven 2018 Board of Directors announced
February 5, 2018
A Child’s Haven announces this year’s Board of Directors for 2018. The Board is the governing body of A Child’s Haven (ACH.) Members may be elected to three-year terms of…
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Midlands leaders selected to become Riley Diversity Fellows
February 2, 2018Forty-two leaders from the Midlands and surrounding area have been selected to participate in the Riley Institute at Furman’s Diversity Leaders Initiative (DLI) this spring. “Though we are a diverse…
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Sword Fest at museum to feature lectures, artifacts, live swordplay
February 2, 2018History will come to swashbuckling, schwinging, clanging life on Saturday, Feb. 10, in Columbia. That’s when Sword Fest, a day-long celebration of the role swords once played in combat, comes…
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Midlands leaders selected to become Riley Diversity Fellows
February 1, 2018Forty-two leaders from the Midlands and surrounding area have been selected to participate in the Riley Institute at Furman’s Diversity Leaders Initiative (DLI) this spring. “Though we are a diverse…
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Sword Fest at museum to feature lectures, artifacts, live swordplay
February 1, 2018History will come to swashbuckling, schwinging, clanging life on Saturday, Feb. 10, in Columbia. That’s when Sword Fest, a day-long celebration of the role swords once played in combat, comes…
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Retaining South Carolina teachers through National Board Certification
January 31, 2018
The Center for Educator Recruitment, Retention, and Advancement (CERRA) recently released its South Carolina Annual Educator Supply and Demand Report for the 2017-18 school year. The report concluded that more…
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Retaining South Carolina teachers through National Board Certification
January 31, 2018
The Center for Educator Recruitment, Retention, and Advancement (CERRA) recently released its South Carolina Annual Educator Supply and Demand Report for the 2017-18 school year. The report concluded that more…
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Hope For The Warriors promotes Karen Lee to vice president of advancement
January 31, 2018
After just five months with the organization, Karen Lee has been promoted to vice president of advancement of Hope For The Warriors. Celebrating more than 11 years of service, Hope For…
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The Brookland Foundation receives grant from Dominion Energy
January 31, 2018
Funding will help homeless adults and families in S.C. The Brookland Foundation, a community-based non-profit serving adults and children in the Columbia area, has received a $10,000 Critical Community Needs…
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Palmetto Health Foundation leaders elected to PRSA boards
January 31, 2018
Palmetto Health Foundation announced Amy Coward, APR, Fellow PRSA and Ashley M. Dusenbury, APR, have been elected to leadership roles with Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) and the Southeast…
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Palmetto Health Foundation leaders elected to PRSA boards
January 30, 2018Palmetto Health Foundation announced Amy Coward, APR, Fellow PRSA and Ashley M. Dusenbury, APR, have been elected to leadership roles with Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) and the Southeast…
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Hope for the Warriors promotes Karen Lee to Vice President of Advancement
January 30, 2018
After just five months with the organization, Karen Lee has been promoted to vice president of advancement of Hope For The Warriors. Celebrating more than 11 years of service, Hope For…
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Habitat Greenville honors donors and volunteers who went above and beyond in 2017
January 30, 2018
In 2017, through the work of Habitat for Humanity of Greenville County, 11 families became homeowners and 13 families are enjoying more energy efficient homes through home preservation projects. The…
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Carnival Night! Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Columbia gears up for annual fundraiser, Bowl for Kids’ Sake – March 30
January 29, 2018Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Columbia is getting ready for Bowl for Kids’ Sake, and this year’s theme is “Carnival Night!”. Bowl for Kids’ Sake is Big Brothers Big…
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Columbia region improves in 4 of 5 areas of economic competitiveness
January 29, 2018
The Columbia, S.C. region has improved in four of five major areas of economic competitiveness since this time last year, according to EngenuitySC’s fourth annual Midlands Regional Competitiveness Report, as…
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West Columbia American Legion volunteers raising money for lodge repairs
January 29, 2018Volunteers are raising money to fund repairs and maintenance to the American Legion Post 79 lodge in West Columbia. The aging building has developed some maintenance issues that need attention, said Post 79 member Billy Oswald,…
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New board members elected, community supporters honored at Senior Resources’ 50th Annual Meeting
January 26, 2018
The Board of Directors at Senior Resources held its 50th Annual Meeting on January 26, 2018, to celebrate the accomplishments of the past year, elect new board members and recognize…
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AMCOL Systems selects Pawmetto Lifeline as charity of the quarter, donates $1,100
January 26, 2018Pawmetto Lifeline, a local no-kill animal rescue organization, is proud to announce the support of AMCOL Systems, a leader in healthcare receivable management services. The employees of AMCOL Systems voted…
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West Columbia American Legion volunteers raising money for lodge repairs
January 26, 2018Volunteers are raising money to fund repairs and maintenance to the American Legion Post 79 lodge in West Columbia. The aging building has developed some maintenance issues that need attention, said Post 79 member Billy Oswald,…
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Recognition for Rotary Paul Harris Fellows
January 26, 2018Columbia’s Capital Rotary has recognized three members for contributions to The Rotary Foundation, the international service club’s charitable arm that funds programs for world understanding and peace. Honorees include (from…
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Recognition for Rotary Paul Harris Fellows
January 26, 2018
Columbia’s Capital Rotary has recognized three members for contributions to The Rotary Foundation, the international service club’s charitable arm that funds programs for world understanding and peace. Honorees include (from…
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Pawmetto Lifeline receives $98,690 from PetSmart Charities to fuel spay and neuter efforts in Columbia
January 24, 2018
Pawmetto Lifeline announced it received $98,690 from PetSmart Charities, the largest funder of animal welfare in North America, to help fuel its spay and neuter efforts in the Midlands of…
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SC Secretary of State files injunction against Carolina Youth Club
January 24, 2018
South Carolina Secretary of State Mark Hammond announced that his office has filed an enforcement action against the charitable organization Carolina Youth Club of America, Inc. The action, filed with…
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National Eating Disorders Association Walk at USC – February 17th
January 23, 2018
Columbia NEDA Walk at USC (National Eating Disorders Association) Join us for the Columbia NEDA Walk at the University of South Carolina on Saturday, February 17th, 2018! This event raises…
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Historic Columbia is now taking nominations for the 2018 Preservation Awards
January 22, 2018Historic Columbia is now accepting nominations for its 2018 Preservation Awards. The deadline for nominations is Thursday, Feb. 15. Help Historic Columbia recognize the commendable efforts of citizens of Columbia…
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Able SC, YWCA Upper Lowlands, and STSM partner to improve statewide services for sexual assault survivors with disabilities
January 22, 2018
U.S. DOJ Disability Grant Program supports partnership to build capacity and effect systemic change Able South Carolina announced their partnership with Sexual Trauma Services of the Midlands and YWCA Upper…
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Historic Columbia is now taking nominations for the 2018 Preservation Awards
January 22, 2018
Historic Columbia is now accepting nominations for its 2018 Preservation Awards. The deadline for nominations is Thursday, Feb. 15. Help Historic Columbia recognize the commendable efforts of citizens of Columbia…
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United Way Association of South Carolina CEO to represent the state at the Customer Contact Event Series
January 19, 2018Sharing the stage with Travelocity Founder Terry Jones and Shark Tank star, Robert Herjavec, is no small feat, but Kelly Callahan Cruise is prepared to create her own path,…
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Able SC, YWCA Upper Lowlands, and STSM partner to improve statewide services for sexual assault survivors with disabilities
January 19, 2018U.S. DOJ Disability Grant Program supports partnership to build capacity and effect systemic change Able South Carolina announced their partnership with Sexual Trauma Services of the Midlands and YWCA Upper…
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Able SC, YWCA Upper Lowlands, and STSM partner to improve statewide services for sexual assault survivors with disabilities
January 19, 2018U.S. DOJ Disability Grant Program supports partnership to build capacity and effect systemic change Able South Carolina announced their partnership with Sexual Trauma Services of the Midlands and YWCA Upper…
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Greenville to honor Old Hickory Division
January 19, 2018
The 30th Infantry Division broke the Hindenburg line in 1918, which led to the end of World War I and created a lasting legacy for our local community. The Old…
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Able SC, YWCA Upper Lowlands, and STSM partner to improve statewide services for sexual assault survivors with disabilities
January 19, 2018
U.S. DOJ Disability Grant Program supports partnership to build capacity and effect systemic change Able South Carolina announced their partnership with Sexual Trauma Services of the Midlands and YWCA Upper…
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Eligible donors urged to join lifesaving team this winter
January 16, 2018
Community members are invited to join the American Red Cross, City of Columbia and Mayor Steve Benjamin at the 8th annual ‘Hoop It Up’ Blood Drive. Donors are encouraged to roll…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Lesley Gadson, Empowered U
January 16, 2018
The MidlandsBiz Entrepreneur Minute is a quick, one minute interview in support of entrepreneurship. We would like to thank our sponsors of this video series – Wells Fargo and Bauknight, Pietras and Stormer. …
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NANOE to install Louis Fawcett, III as President
January 16, 2018
Louis Fawcett, after serving more than four years at EdVenture as Senior Vice President of Principal Gifts, has accepted the position of President of the National Association of Nonprofit Organizations and Executives (NANOE).…
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Smashburger, Lexington “Pay What You Want” to support Epworth
January 15, 2018
Smashburger’s Lexington location will host a “Pay What You Want” day on Tuesday, January 16, 2018, with all proceeds supporting Epworth Children’s Home. For one day only, guests are invited to…
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2018 MLK Celebration award recipients announced
January 15, 2018Two community leaders and an organization from the Charleston area will be honored with awards at the 46th Annual Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration next week. Joan Robinson-Berry,…
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Bon Secours St. Francis Health System dedicates first Habitat home of 2018
January 15, 2018
Bon Secours St. Francis employees welcomed a new neighbor into Greenville’s Sterling community on Friday, dedicating the home that they built with Habitat for Humanity of Greenville County for Brad…
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Rebuild Upstate adds new board members
January 15, 2018
Rebuild Upstate has added two new board members, who will serve three-year terms helping grow this agency that does home repairs across the region. Michael Cunningham is the Vice President…
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Twelve South Carolina schools named finalists for Palmetto’s Finest Awards
January 12, 2018
Twelve South Carolina schools are finalists for the 2018 Palmetto’s Finest Schools Awards after extensive evaluations by fellow educators and previous Palmetto’s Finest winners. The application process includes elements on…
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Dee Norton Child Advocacy Center receives gift of $500,000 for campaign to help meet the needs of children in the Lowcountry
January 11, 2018Dee Norton Child Advocacy Center, the region’s leading resource to prevent abuse, protect children and heal families, has received a $500,000 challenge gift to their capital campaign, Above and Beyond:…
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The Harvey Hubbell Foundation donates $25,000 to Make-A-Wish® South Carolina
January 10, 2018Make-A-Wish® South Carolina is honored to be the chosen recipient of a major gift from The Harvey Hubbell Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Greenville-based Hubbell Lighting and Columbia-based Hubbell Power…
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The Harvey Hubbell Foundation donates $25,000 to Make-A-Wish® South Carolina
January 10, 2018Make-A-Wish® South Carolina is honored to be the chosen recipient of a major gift from The Harvey Hubbell Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Greenville-based Hubbell Lighting and Columbia-based Hubbell Power…
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United Way of the Midlands names GB Olsen as Vice President of Resource Development
January 9, 2018United Way of the Midlands announced the promotion of GB Olsen to Vice President of Resource Development earlier today. “GB has been a valued member of the team at United…
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United Way of the Midlands names GB Olsen as Vice President of Resource Development
January 9, 2018
United Way of the Midlands announced the promotion of GB Olsen to Vice President of Resource Development earlier today. “GB has been a valued member of the team at United…
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