David Pankau announced as 2016 Midlands Heart Walk Chairman
August 9, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – The American Heart Association is pleased to announce David Pankau, CEO of BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina, as the 2016 Midlands Heart Walk Chair. Pankau will lead…
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New board member and officers at the Lourie Center
August 9, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – The Lourie Center held their annual meeting on June 25, 2015 and voted in a new board member and the officers for their 2015-2016 fiscal year. Ms Erin…
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David Pankau announced as 2016 Midlands Heart Walk Chairman
August 9, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – The American Heart Association is pleased to announce David Pankau, CEO of BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina, as the 2016 Midlands Heart Walk Chair. Pankau will lead…
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Family Connection of South Carolina receives $1.4 million in federal funding
August 6, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – Family Connection of South Carolina has been awarded the 2015 Office of Special Education and Information for Parents and Children of Disabilities – Parent Training and Information Centers…
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Family Connection of South Carolina receives $1.4 million in federal funding
August 6, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – Family Connection of South Carolina has been awarded the 2015 Office of Special Education and Information for Parents and Children of Disabilities – Parent Training and Information Centers…
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Richland County Council invites the community to Stuff-A-Cruiser and Stuff-A-Bus
August 4, 2015
Richland County, SC — Richland County Councilman Jim Manning along with members of Richland County Council invite all citizens to Stuff-A-Cruiser and Stuff-A-Bus to support our students in need of…
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Upstate Forever Names Andrea Cooper as New Executive Director
August 4, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Upstate Forever announced that Andrea Cooper has been selected as the new Executive Director of Upstate Forever. Cooper, who lived in the Charleston area for the past…
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United Way of the Midlands announces plans to open new headquarters
August 4, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – United Way of the Midlands announced plans to move to a new location in downtown Columbia beginning March 2016 with the purchase and renovation of 1818 Blanding Street.…
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WORLD Magazine names Hope Award finalists
July 31, 2015ASHEVILLE, NC – WORLD News Group is pleased to announce the East Region finalist for WORLD’s tenth annual Hope Award for Effective Compassion: Church Hill Activities & Tutoring (CHAT) in Richmond, VA.…
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Girl Scouts Appoints Emerald Circle Co-chairs for 2015
July 29, 2015
AIKEN, SC – Girl Scouts of South Carolina – Mountains to Midlands has appointed Liz Stewart and Mary Driscoll as 2015 Emerald Circle Co-chairs for Aiken and Edgefield counties. The Emerald…
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South Carolina Autism Society Announces Valeska Gioia to Join Staff
July 29, 2015
WEST COLUMBIA, SC – The South Carolina Autism Society is happy to announce that Valeska Gioia is joining our staff. Valeska will be running our new software and enrichment lab (Paula’s…
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Greater Columbia Community Relations Council Receives 2015 Best of Columbia Award
July 29, 2015
Columbia Award Program Honors the Achievement COLUMBIA, SC – Greater Columbia Community Relations Council has been selected for the 2015 Best of Columbia Award in the Social Advocacy Organizations…
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Richland County Recreation Foundation Receives $19,500 Discretionary Grant
July 29, 2015Grant is from Richland County Council to Support Richland County Recreation Commission’s Wheelchair Basketball Developmental League The Richland County Council has selected the Richland County Recreation Foundation (RCRF) to receive…
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Richland County Recreation Foundation Receives $19,500 Discretionary Grant
July 29, 2015
Grant is from Richland County Council to Support Richland County Recreation Commission’s Wheelchair Basketball Developmental League The Richland County Council has selected the Richland County Recreation Foundation (RCRF) to receive…
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Behavioral Health Services Association of South Carolina elects officers
July 27, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – The Behavioral Health Services Association of South Carolina (BHSA) announces their Board of Directors for 2015-2016. Randy Cole, Chief Executive Officer of the Circle Park Behavioral Health…
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Duke Energy Foundation Supports GSSM’s Virtual Engineering and Outreach Programs
July 27, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics (GSSM) received a $50,000 investment from the Duke Energy Foundation to support the School’s Accelerate Program as well as…
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Wells Fargo donates $1.8 million YTD to nonprofit organizations in South Carolina Company has invested more than $32 million in state since 2005
July 27, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – Wells Fargo (NYSE: WFC) announced that it has invested $1,834,150 in 277 nonprofit organizations and schools across South Carolina through the first six months of 2015. Overall,…
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Conductor sought for new S.C. Phil series: YOU
July 27, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – Air conductors of all skill and experience levels are hereby on notice. From this September through next spring, the South Carolina Philharmonic is rehearsing, then heading off…
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Dr. Pam Imm Receives Award for Distinguished Contributions to Practice in Community Psychology
July 27, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – The Society for Community Research and Action, a division of the American Psychological Association, recently honored Dr. Pam Imm for her outstanding contribution to the field of…
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Youthbuild Columbia Student Meets With U.S. Senators Tim Scott and Cory Booker To Share Success Of Youth Job Training
July 27, 2015
Elbert Ruff Shares Personal Story and Experience with YouthBuild to Support LEAP Act COLUMBIA, SC – Elbert Ruff, a student at YouthBuild Columbia in Columbia, SC, met with U.S. Senators…
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Greenville Zoo Celebrates Red Panda Birth
July 27, 2015
Birth marks the first cub since 2006 GREENVILLE, SC – The Greenville Zoo is celebrating the birth of a male red panda. Born on Sunday, June 21, the offspring is…
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NAACP To Host African American Economic Summit on Job Creation and Economic Prosperity
July 27, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – The South Carolina State Conference, NAACP will hold a statewide summit on Saturday, August 1, 2015, at Claflin University in Orangeburg. The African American Economic Summit now…
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MeetingPoint to start service projects – beginning with Triune Mercy Center
July 27, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – In its continuing effort to create a more “beloved community,” MeetingPoint will partner with Triune Mercy Center as they begin to pursue service projects in Greenville. The…
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Hawkins Foundation Sets Not A Traditional Golf Outing, Take VI for October 12
July 27, 2015
WHO: The Hawkins Foundation, a not-for-profit organization whose purpose is to advance orthopaedic medicine and outcomes for patients through research and education. In collaboration with physicians of the Steadman Hawkins…
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Clemson’s Watson talks about Habitat experience
July 27, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Before the Heisman talk. Before the banner freshman year at Clemson University. Before being one the most recruited quarterbacks in America. Deshaun Watson was a 10-year-old at…
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Healing Species of Orangeburg, SC Receives Grant from Doris Day to expand Prison Program
July 22, 2015
Healing Species Prison Program to welcome 10 new dogs thanks to grant provided by Doris Day Animal Foundation. ORANGEBURG SC, July 15,2015 – The Doris Day Animal Foundation (DDAF,www.ddaf.org),…
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Municipal Association of SC elects new board members for 2015-2016 at Annual Meeting
July 22, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – Delegates at the Municipal Association of South Carolina’s Annual Meeting elected officers and board members to the Association’s board of directors. Mayor Alys Lawson, City of Conway,…
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Association of South Carolina Mayors elects new officers and board members
July 22, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – The Association of South Carolina Mayors met on Friday, July 17, at the Municipal Association of South Carolina’s Annual Meeting and elected new officers and board members.…
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Association of South Carolina Mayors elects new officers and board members
July 22, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – The Association of South Carolina Mayors met on Friday, July 17, at the Municipal Association of South Carolina’s Annual Meeting and elected new officers and board members.…
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Nine Midlands Nonprofits to Receive Impactful New “Connected Communities” Grants from Central Carolina Community Foundation
July 22, 2015
Grants will fund innovative philanthropic projects that connect residents to our community COLUMBIA, SC – What makes residents love where they live? What draws people to a place and keeps them…
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Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Columbia Board Announces New Case Manager
July 22, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Columbia is proud to welcome a new member to their team. Kayla Anderson has joined the agency as the newest Case Manager.…
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South Carolina Improves in Annual KIDS COUNT Rankings of Child Well-Being
July 21, 2015
Despite Jump, Persistent Poverty Remains Barrier to Child and Family Success . . COLUMBIA, SC – South Carolina was one of five states to show improvement in the annual KIDS COUNT®…
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South Carolina Improves in Annual KIDS COUNT Rankings of Child Well-Being
July 21, 2015
Despite Jump, Persistent Poverty Remains Barrier to Child and Family Success . . COLUMBIA, SC – South Carolina was one of five states to show improvement in the annual KIDS COUNT®…
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Charleston Animal Society Raises Concern About Horse-Drawn Wagons in City
July 20, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – Charleston Animal Society expressed concern about the safety of both humans and animals involved in the practice of horse-drawn wagons in downtown Charleston following another accident this…
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South Carolina Federal Credit Union Donates to Mother Emanuel Hope Fund
July 20, 2015
N. CHARLESTON, SC – South Carolina Federal Credit Union announced a $10,000 gift to the Mother Emanuel Hope Fund. These funds will be donated directly to the Emanuel AME Church in…
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Harvest Hope Food Bank and Food Lion Feeds Partner to Provide Nearly 30,000 Meals For Children At Risk of Summer Hunger in Columbia, SC
July 20, 2015Meals Will Be Distributed At Bethlehem Baptist Church Wiley Kennedy Family Life Center COLUMBIA, SC – On Saturday, July 25, Food Lion Feeds, through Harvest Hope, will distribute more…
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Stephen Siller Tunnel to Towers South Carolina 5K Run & Walk Set for Friday, September 18 at 7:00 p.m.
July 20, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – The third annual Stephen Siller Tunnel to Towers South Carolina 5K Run & Walk is set for Friday, September 18, 2015 at 7:00 p.m. in Columbia’s Vista.…
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Palmetto Place Children’s Shelter Announces New 2015-16 Board of Directors
July 20, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – Palmetto Place Children’s Shelter announced its new Board of Directors for 2015-2016. Officers are: President: Marie Dieckmann, CBRE Secretary: Rodney McClure, AT&T Treasurer: Allyson DeHart, The Hobbs…
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Project Rx: A River Remedy Announces Fall 2015 Collection Date
July 20, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Upstate residents are encouraged to dispose of unwanted medications safely by dropping them off at more locations than ever before during the 10th Project Rx: A River…
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Palmetto Place launches expansion campaign
July 17, 2015
Public support needed to help more homeless, abused children & teens in the Midlands COLUMBIA, SC – Every month, Palmetto Place Children’s Shelter turns away at least 15 child…
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The Palladium Society’s Renovation Rodeo Visits the Arsenal Hill Neighborhood July 30
July 15, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC — Historic Columbia’s The Palladium Society continues its Renovation Rodeo tour series on Thursday, July 30, at 6 p.m. with a tour of a home in Arsenal Hill. Presented…
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Tuskers Restaurant Earns National Certification as a Leader in Green Practices
July 15, 2015
Zoo’s Eco-Friendly Eatery Recognized by the Green Restaurant Association COLUMBIA, SC – Riverbanks Zoo and Garden announces that Tuskers Restaurant has been recognized as one of the greenest dining…
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South Carolina Center for Fathers and Families joins Men’s Wearhouse in National Suit Drive
July 15, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – The South Carolina Center for Fathers and Families is partnering with Men’s Wearhouse to launch its eighth annual National Suit Drive, a six-week initiative that collects donations…
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Blackbaud Invites Nonprofits to Join Largest Philanthropic Network as it Launches Latest Cloud Innovation
July 14, 2015
Technology Leader Announces the Much Anticipated General Availability of Raiser’s Edge NXT CHARLESTON, SC – Blackbaud, Inc. (NASDAQ:BLKB), a leading provider of software and services for the global philanthropic community, today announced…
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Pell Hall Restoration Wins Historic Preservation Honor Award
July 14, 2015
SPARTANBURG, SC – Converse College’s Pell Hall, one of Spartanburg’s oldest buildings, was named the winner of a 2015 Honor Award by the Palmetto Trust for Historic Preservation. McMillan Pazdan…
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Habitat dedicates house from the 2015 CEO Build
July 13, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Diane Kilgore moved into her home today – a home constructed by the hands of Upstate business leaders. “I want to thank God for making this day…
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Woodlands at Furman welcomes Switzer as Companion Care Manager
July 13, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Landisha Switzer has been named the manager of the Woodlands at Furman Companion Care, the Woodland’s newest senior healthcare program. Switzer began her career at the Woodlands…
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YMCA kicks off awareness campaign to reduce learning and health gaps that could hold kids back
July 13, 2015
YMCA releases Family Health Snapshot survey findings; kicks off awareness campaign to reduce learning and health gaps that could hold kids back COLUMBIA, SC – Although most parents consider their…
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Callison Tighe and Harvest Hope Food Bank fight children’s summer hunger
July 13, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – Callison Tighe recently donated $5,000 to Harvest Hope Food Bank, and the law firm is asking for others to help the hunger-relief charity provide meals for families in…
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SOS Health Care Renewing Job Training Program for Adults with Autism
July 9, 2015
MYRTLE BEACH, SC – SOS Health Care is receiving grant funding from the Developmental Disabilities Council to renew its Making Change Consignment store for a third year. The store, located…
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