RealOp Investments acquires two Greenville retail properties
October 8, 2015GREENVILLE, SC – RealOp Investments, a Greenville-based commercial real estate investment firm, recently acquired two well-known properties in the Greenville area. Pelham Place located at the intersection of Pelham Road…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: commercial-real-estate, on-the-move
Nickelodeon Theatre Gifted Praxinoscope
October 8, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – Frank W. Baker has given the Nickelodeon Theatre, South Carolina’s only non-profit art house film theater, a praxinoscope. The Nick will display the praxinoscope, an early animation…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: on-the-move, the-arts
Shops and galleries open late for October Vista Nights
October 8, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – The Congaree Vista Guild announces its plans for October 2015’s Vista Nights. This event, which is free and open to the public and takes place on the…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: on-the-move, retail
Science and Math Governor’s School kicks off ENGAGE program for middle school girls in Florence
October 8, 2015FLORENCE, SC — The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science and Mathematics (GSSM) is kicking off its newest outreach initiative, ENGAGE, for seventh and eighth grade female students in Florence…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: education, on-the-move
Statement from Commissioner Hugh Weathers about rain damage
October 8, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – Over the past few days here in South Carolina, I’ve watched, worried and prayed for friends and families who have been terribly impacted by this natural disaster…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: agriculture, government, on-the-move
Gov. Haley Secures Disaster Unemployment Assistance for More Counties
October 8, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – Gov. Nikki Haley and the S.C. Department of Employment and Workforce (DEW) announced today that Bamberg, Colleton and Greenwood counties are eligible to receive Disaster Unemployment Assistance…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: employment, government, on-the-move
Harbor View Elementary receives national award for fighting childhood obesity
October 8, 2015CHARLESTON, SC – Harbor View Elementary School received the 2015 National Healthy Schools BRONZE Award for leading comprehensive health, physical activity, and wellness efforts during the 2014-2015 school year. The…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz Category: education, on-the-move
Matthew Hasbrouck named Chief Operating Officer for Trident Medical Center
October 8, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – Matthew Hasbrouck has been named Chief Operating Officer for Trident Medical Center (TMC). As Chief Operating Officer, Hasbrouck is responsible for the overall direction and efficient operation of…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc Category: health-care, on-the-move
Richland County Offices to Close Thursday
October 8, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – Richland County Offices to Close: With the exception of essential/emergency personnel, Richland County Government offices will close Thursday. County leaders decided to close in support of the…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: government, on-the-move
Harbor View Elementary receives national award for fighting childhood obesity
October 8, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – Harbor View Elementary School received the 2015 National Healthy Schools BRONZE Award for leading comprehensive health, physical activity, and wellness efforts during the 2014-2015 school year. The…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc Category: education, on-the-move
Manufacturing Quick Jobs Open House Can Open Doors to New Career
October 8, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Greenville Technical College’s Corporate & Career Development Division will host a Quick Jobs Manufacturing Open House on Thursday, October 22 from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. on the…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: manufacturing, on-the-move
Nickelodeon Theatre Gifted Praxinoscope
October 8, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – Frank W. Baker has given the Nickelodeon Theatre, South Carolina’s only non-profit art house film theater, a praxinoscope. The Nick will display the praxinoscope, an early animation…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: on-the-move, the-arts
RealOp Investments acquires two Greenville retail properties
October 8, 2015GREENVILLE, SC – RealOp Investments, a Greenville-based commercial real estate investment firm, recently acquired two well-known properties in the Greenville area. Pelham Place located at the intersection of Pelham Road…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: commercial-real-estate, on-the-move
Rebuild Upstate and NAI Earle Furman unite on project
October 8, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – More than 50 employees of NAI Earle Furman took part in a Rebuild Upstate work project in the Staunton Bridge community Thursday. “NAI Earle Furman believes in…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: commercial-real-estate, on-the-move, residential-real-estate
Science and Math Governor’s School kicks off ENGAGE program for middle school girls in Florence
October 8, 2015
FLORENCE, SC — The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science and Mathematics (GSSM) is kicking off its newest outreach initiative, ENGAGE, for seventh and eighth grade female students in Florence…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: education, on-the-move
Shops and galleries open late for October Vista Nights
October 8, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – The Congaree Vista Guild announces its plans for October 2015’s Vista Nights. This event, which is free and open to the public and takes place on the…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: on-the-move, retail
Statement from Commissioner Hugh Weathers about rain damage
October 8, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – Over the past few days here in South Carolina, I’ve watched, worried and prayed for friends and families who have been terribly impacted by this natural disaster…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: agriculture, government, on-the-move
Richland County Flood Update Information
October 7, 2015
Flooding Overview Maps Now Online: The Richland County GIS team has worked with several partners to provide recovery and assessment support in the form of mapping information. Several maps have…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: government, on-the-move
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…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz Category: non-profit, on-the-move
Boil water advisory lifted for Chapin Water customers
October 7, 2015
CHAPIN, SC – The Town of Chapin has received notification from the City of Columbia that the city has lifted the Boil Water Advisory that was issued for Chapin area…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: government, on-the-move
Fall for Greenville to accept donations for flood relief efforts
October 7, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Beginning at the pre-event concert Thursday night, and continuing throughout the weekend, Fall for Greenville festival-goers will have an opportunity to support flood victims in the Midlands and…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: government, non-profit, on-the-move
Ten at the Top reaches 500 regional engagements
October 7, 2015
UPSTATE, SC – Ten at the Top (TATT), an organization created to foster collaboration, partnerships and strategic planning across the Upstate, recently conducted the 500th regional engagement (presentations, forums, meetings, surveys)…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: non-profit, on-the-move
Fall for Greenville road closures
October 7, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC -The following roads will be closed for Fall for Greenville: Thursday, October 8 3:30 p.m. East Washington Street, from Main Street to Spring Street 7 p.m. Main…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: government, on-the-move
Greenville Police Department to support law enforcement efforts in Columbia
October 7, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Chief Ken Miller has announced that 10 officers (including one sergeant and one lieutenant) from the Greenville Police Department (GPD) are traveling to Columbia today to provide supplemental…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: government, on-the-move
Post storm update, FEMA info
October 7, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC We are experiencing minor and intermittent flooding downtown in low lying areas which are typically affected by higher tides. Charleston Public Safety resources will continue to monitor road…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz Category: government, on-the-move
Jarrard, Nowell & Russell names Derrick Apple as Audit Manager
October 7, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – Jarrard, Nowell & Russell, LLC, a Charleston-based accounting and business advisory firm, has promoted Derrick Apple to audit manager. Apple, a certified public accountant (CPA), previously served…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz Category: law, on-the-move
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…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: government, non-profit, on-the-move
The Salvation Army of the Midlands serves 2,500 meals to First Responders and Flood Survivors
October 7, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – The Salvation Army of the Midlands was here long before the storms and we will stay here to serve our community. As of today we have served…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: non-profit, on-the-move
USO South Carolina provides support to National Guard Troops responding to flooding throughout the state
October 7, 2015
WHAT: USO South Carolina is providing support to over 1,200 National Guard troops who have been deployed to the region to help local first responders in the wake…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: military, on-the-move
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…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: banking-and-finance, non-profit, on-the-move
Historic Columbia offers free consultation for the preservation of flood-damaged Items
October 7, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC— In response to the recent flooding catastrophe, Historic Columbia’s Department of Cultural Resources staff is offering free consultation services for basic preservation of damaged items (paintings, family photos,…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: non-profit, on-the-move
Columbia Realtors® recognized among top 1% of Coldwell Banker United, REALTORS® sales associates
October 7, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – Several local Realtors® have been recognized among the top 1% of sales associates affiliated with Coldwell Banker United, REALTORS® in the Carolinas for 2014. The agents attended a…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz Category: on-the-move, residential-real-estate
South Carolinians impacted by severe storms and flooding encouraged to register with FEMA to be considered for recovery assistance
October 7, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – – As South Carolinians continue to respond and recover from recent severe storms and flooding, U.S. Senator Tim Scott (R-SC) announced information about registering with and applying for…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: government, on-the-move
The Palladium Society presents Bluegrass Bidding & BBQ 12th annual silent auction
October 7, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC — The Palladium Society returns to the Robert Mills House for Bluegrass, Bidding & BBQ presented by Jaguar Land Rover Columbia on Thursday, October 22, from 7:00 to 10:00…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: on-the-move, the-arts
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…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: non-profit, on-the-move
City of Columbia offices closed Thursday and Friday
October 7, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – Due to hazardous conditions, City of Columbia offices will be closed on Thursday, Oct. 8 and Friday, Oct. 9, for all city operations, with the exception of…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: government, on-the-move
SCDOT provides flood debris collection information
October 7, 2015
In anticipation of a major effort to collect debris resulting from the rain and flooding in the state, the South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) wants to make the public…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: government, on-the-move
Lexington County to provide containers for debris removal
October 7, 2015
LEXINGTON COUNTY, SC – Lexington County is in the planning process to provide roll-off containers in major affected areas for residents to dispose of storm debris. Residents in the Pineglen…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: government, on-the-move
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…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: non-profit, on-the-move
A Community “High-Five” for South Carolina
October 7, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC — The South Carolina Aquarium has reopened and is ready to host families for a fun day of adventure and learning. Now through Sunday, Oct. 11, 2015, the…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc Category: hospitality, on-the-move
Axon Homes comes to Charleston
October 7, 2015
MOUNT PLEASANT, SC – Carolina One New Homes is proud to announce its exclusive representation of Axon Homes, a custom and semi-custom homebuilder making their debut in the greater Charleston market. Having completed…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc Category: on-the-move, residential-real-estate
Shelly DeVreese joins Coldwell Banker Caine in Greenville
October 7, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Coldwell Banker Caine recently welcomed Shelly DeVreese as a residential sales agent to its Greenville office. DeVreese joins Coldwell Banker Caine as an experienced full time licensed…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: on-the-move, residential-real-estate
Harvest Hope Food Bank is Having a Drive Thru Emergency Food Pantry Service Thursday Oct. 8th
October 7, 2015
Harvest Hope Food Bank is providing a Drive Thru Emergency Food Pantry Service on Thursday at our Shop Rd. and Lexington locations. “With the continued aid relief for the Carolinas,…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: non-profit, on-the-move
Food Drive Request and Updated Request List
October 7, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – Harvest Hope Food Bank is providing an immediate response to the devastating floods. Harvest Hope Food Bank is in need of nonperishable food items to provide relief…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: non-profit, on-the-move
City of Columbia Announces partial repeal of system-wide boil water advisory
October 7, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – Customers in the Town of Chapin and nearby areas are no longer under a boil water advisory, see attached map and details below. All other water customers…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: government, on-the-move
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…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: non-profit, on-the-move, philanthropy
Mayor’s Walk Against Domestic Violence cancelled
October 7, 2015
Participants encouraged to volunteer in purple In light of the major recovery effort underway due to the October 2015 Flood, the Mayor’s Walk Against Domestic Violence has been cancelled. Instead…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: government, on-the-move
Superintendent’s update on CCSD reopening schools
October 7, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC — Charleston County School District reopened for the first full day of classroom instruction today since the weather impacted operations late last week. Superintendent Gerrita Postlewait issued the…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc Category: education, on-the-move
SCDOR to offer tax relief to those impacted by severe storms and flooding in SC
October 7, 2015
SCDOR to Offer Tax Relief to those Impacted by Severe Storms and Flooding in SC South Carolina taxpayers impacted by the severe storms and flooding that began October 1, 2015…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: government, on-the-move
Art exhibit features local artist Jim Harrison
October 7, 2015WEST COLUMBIA, SC – Continuing with our rotating arts program featuring local artists, Columbia Metropolitan Airport announced an exhibit featuring renowned artist Jim Harrison. The exhibit is on display in…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: on-the-move, the-arts, transportation
