Alternative Pathways to Educator Certification (APEC) Center at Columbia College selected as the 2025 Dick and Tunky Riley WhatWorksSC award winner
March 28, 2025
Columbia College’s Alternative Pathways to Educator Certification (APEC) Center has been named the winner of the 2025 Dick and Tunky Riley WhatWorksSC Award, awarded annually by The Riley Institute at…
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Governor Henry McMaster appoints Tony Catone as Next Director of the S.C. Department of Social Services
March 28, 2025
On Tuesday, March 18th Governor Henry McMaster appointed Anthony “Tony” Catone as the next director of the South Carolina Department of Social Services (SCDSS). Catone, who was named the agency’s…
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10 SC Schools selected for the Palmetto AI Pathways Pilot Program
March 28, 2025
South Carolina Council on Competitiveness (SC Competes), IT-oLogy, and the University of South Carolina (USC) announced on National AI Literacy Day the first 10 schools selected to participate in the…
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2025 Kershaw County Rotary Wild Game Dinner & Auction raises over $80,000 for local scholarships and Rotary initiatives
March 28, 2025
The 12th annual Rotary Wild Game Dinner and Auction occurred on Saturday, March 15, 2025, at the Camden City Arena. Organized by the West Wateree-Lugoff and Camden Rotary clubs, this…
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Sharbell Nexton LLC announces tenant openings at the Lofts Downtown Nexton
March 28, 2025
Sharbell Nexton, LLC (Sharbell) announced the opening of four new tenants in the ground-floor retail space in Downtown Nexton, now offering more community retail for nearby residents and employees. Rita’s…
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Meet the five new and rejuvenated retailers at Freshfields Village this Spring
March 28, 2025
Introducing new health food restaurant Harvest, and refreshed shops including LoveShackFancy, Café Eugenia and more Freshfields Village, the premier open-air shopping and dining destination just 30 minutes from downtown Charleston,…
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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis recognizes Linda Dara of Cherrydale Elementary School as Educator of the Month
March 28, 2025
South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis has recognized Linda Dara of Greenville County School District’s Cherrydale Elementary School as the South Carolina Financial Literacy Master Teacher Program’s Educator of the Month for March.…
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Eventfully Chic by Parris founder, Parris Balazs, named a 2024 USA 40 Under 40 honoree by Business Elite Awards
March 28, 2025
Eventfully Chic by Parris announced that its founder and owner, Parris Balazs, has been recognized as a 2024 USA 40 Under 40 honoree by Business Elite Awards. This prestigious accolade…
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Studio 2LR – Architectural Project Manager Needed (5+ years experience)
March 28, 2025
Studio 2LR is looking for a talented and creative architectural project manager to bolster the team’s abilities. The studio offers a welcoming, challenging, and exciting environment where creativity thrives. The…
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Sheriff’s Department achieves state licensing in Advanced Life Support
March 28, 2025Special medical training for Richland County deputies puts them in a class of their own By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Following months of intensive training in emergency medical care and…
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Wallick Investments celebrates 10-year partnership with Wade Stinnette
March 28, 2025
Wallick Investments, LLC celebrated Principal and Senior Portfolio Manager Wade Stinnette’s 10-year anniversary with the firm, and the 3-year anniversary of the firm’s Fidelis 100 Index, with dinner at the…
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Colliers | South Carolina and LCK announce 2024 company awards
March 27, 2025
Colliers | South Carolina and LCK presented 2024 company awards at its annual Awards Celebration on February 26, 2025. The 2024 ONE Colliers Award was presented to Diane Salane, Executive Assistant in the…
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Garden & Gun to relocate headquarters to historic Old Charleston Jail
March 27, 2025
Landmark Enterprises announces that award-winning media and lifestyle brand Garden & Gun will relocate its headquarters to the Old Charleston Jail at 21 Magazine Street in the summer of 2025. This…
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Carolina Cup 2025: A Tradition of Horse Racing and Celebration in Camden, SC
March 27, 2025
The 90th annual Carolina Cup is set to take place on Saturday, March 29, 2025, at the historic Springdale Race Course in Camden, South Carolina. Gates will open at 9…
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Ivy Asset Group announces a senior debt investment in Silver Creek Dental Partners
March 27, 2025
Ivy Asset Group, a leading private credit firm based in Charleston, South Carolina, announced that its Ivy Evergreen Fund has closed a debt financing agreement with Silver Creek Dental Partners,…
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John Darby named recipient of the 2025 Joseph P. Riley Leadership Award
March 27, 2025
The Beach Company, a leader in residential and commercial real estate, is pleased to announce its CEO and chairman of the board, John Darby, has been named the recipient of…
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Lex the T-Rex, life-sized dinosaur to hold a family friendly event in support of Leukemia and Lymphoma Society on March 29
March 27, 2025
Paint a ribbon in honor of a loved one, play games, and post photos with Lex Lex the T-Rex will make her 2025 debut this Saturday, March 29 in honor…
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SC Chamber applauds Senate passage of S.244
March 27, 2025Following the Senate’s passage of S.244, South Carolina Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Mike Brenan released the following statement: “The South Carolina Senate just took a big step towards…
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Mast Store rallies support for local agency
March 27, 2025
They say, “Friends are the family you choose.” This month, the Columbia Mast General Store staff has chosen to support the Gills Creek Watershed Association for the important work it…
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Seven-time GRAMMY®-nominated composer’s work highlight of chamber series finale
March 27, 2025
In celebration of the School of Music’s Centennial, this year’s Freeman Sundays @3 concerts have featured specific areas of the School of Music and include the premiere of a new…
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SC Chamber celebrates State’s Agribusiness and Forestry Industries at annual spotlight event
March 27, 2025
Last Tuesday, March 18, 2025, the South Carolina Chamber of Commerce (SC Chamber) celebrated National Agriculture Day by hosting its annual Spotlight on Agriculture and Forestry event. The annual event was…
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Star-Studded lineup unveiled for Hootie & the Blowfish Monday After the Masters; volunteer opportunities available
March 27, 2025
Another star-studded field is set to join Hootie & the Blowfish for their annual Monday After the Masters Celebrity Pro-Am on April 14 at Barefoot Resort & Golf’s Dye Course. Among the…
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Benjamin Franklin Plumbing Greenville wins 2024 Franchise of the Year for Customer Excellence
March 27, 2025
Benjamin Franklin Plumbing Greenville has been honored as the Franchise of the Year 2024, a distinguished recognition announced at the national Benjamin Franklin Plumbing conference on February 23, in Dallas,…
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Tri-County Technical College announces new workforce development program
March 27, 2025Officials from Tri-County Technical College, AnMed and Elite Integrated Therapy Centers signed an agreement today (March 26) outlining a new Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) program that will launch at the…
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New Kelly Mill Middle School principal announced
March 27, 2025
Richland Two announced that Odora Coleman has been named the next principal of Kelly Mill Middle School, effective July 1, 2025. During her nearly 15-year career in education, Coleman has…
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Kimberly Winner brings preservation and renovation expertise to William Means Real Estate
March 27, 2025
William Means Real Estate, one of the region’s most respected luxury property firms, announces the addition of Kimberly Winner to its team of trusted real estate professionals. Licensed in both…
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Dominion Energy South Carolina recognized for innovative, comprehensive energy efficiency program for small businesses
March 27, 2025
Dominion Energy South Carolina was honored by the Smart Energy Consumer Collaborative (SECC) for its outstanding support of small and midsize businesses by creating a comprehensive energy efficiency program that…
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Tom Marchant and Kendall Bateman honored with the prestigious Christie’s International Real Estate 2025 Masters Circle Designation
March 27, 2025
Recognized for Exceptional Luxury Real Estate Achievements and Innovative Leadership on the Biltmore Walk Townhome Project Marchant Bateman & Co., an affiliate of the global luxury real estate network Christie’s…
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University of South Carolina launches nurse-midwifery program
March 27, 2025
The University of South Carolina’s College of Nursing will offer the state’s only accredited nurse-midwifery education program starting in Fall 2025 to address South Carolina’s maternal health needs. Midwives care…
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Lexington County School District One names Keith Britton as Assistant Principal at River Bluff High School
March 27, 2025
At its March 25 board meeting, the Lexington County School District One Board of Trustees approved the hiring of Keith Britton as an Assistant Principal at River Bluff High School,…
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Charleston International Airport Police maintains national Law Enforcement Accreditation
March 27, 2025
The Charleston County Aviation Authority Police Department was awarded national law enforcement program (s) accreditation by the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies, Inc. (CALEA) on March 21, 2025.…
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Celebrating 50 South Carolina Women 2025
March 27, 2025By Alan Cooper Publisher, Who’s On The Move MidlandsBiz, UpstateBizSC, LowcountryBizSC Last year, we published an article titled Celebrating South Carolina Women. The goal was to elevate the stories of…
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Inland Port Greer expansion complete, ready to meet market demands
March 27, 2025South Carolina Ports marked the completion of a $55 million expansion project at Inland Port Greer on Wednesday, strengthening the port’s statewide intermodal capabilities and connectivity from the Port of Charleston to inland…
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Saying goodbye to Dad
March 27, 2025
By Jeff Becraft I know my last article talked about my Dad moving on to Higher Ground, but while it is still fresh on my mind, I’m going to…
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Lessons From The Great Snakeman
March 26, 2025
By Tom Poland Come the cold, dormant months, few snakes, if any, are out and about. Perhaps winter makes a good time to read about the critters many fear.…
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Iconic Charleston Distillery marks 20 years in business with anniversary celebration
March 26, 2025
Firefly Distillery will host a free commemorative community event on April 19 Firefly Distillery, South Carolina’s most visited distillery and the birthplace of Sweet Tea Vodka, will mark 20 years…
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iSMASH expands with first Charleston location opening at Island Plaza in James Island
March 26, 2025
Twin Rivers Capital announced the lease of 8,450 ± SF at Island Plaza in Charleston, South Carolina. Nicki Jassy, Broker and Lauren Watkins, Senior Associate of Twin Rivers Capital, represented…
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Graycliff Capital’s Shannon Bull promoted to Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
March 26, 2025
Shannon Bull, CPA, has been promoted to Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of Graycliff Capital, a leading developer/owner in the multi-family sector based in downtown Greenville, South Carolina. Bull joined Graycliff’s…
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Gallo’s High Noon Sun Sips named “Coolest Thing Made in South Carolina” in 2025 Manufacturing Madness contest
March 26, 2025
The South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance (SCMA) announced that High Noon Sun Sips, made by Gallo at its Fort Lawn facility, has been named the “Coolest Thing Made in South Carolina”…
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Two Upstate Habitat for Humanity affiliates complete home build with BMW Manufacturing
March 26, 2025Members of the Habitat for Humanity team and its many supporters welcomed Jessica Lyons to her new home Tuesday night. “Anything is possible when you let go and let God…
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Jonathan Griffin joins Charles & Associates as service manager
March 26, 2025
Charles & Associates has added Jonathan Griffin as its new service manager. Previously a manager with Equity Builders, Griffin brings wealth of experience to this role. As a native Greenwood…
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KOT Pack and Ship to Open in Laurens with Full-Service Shipping and Business Solutions
March 26, 2025
A new business is set to open its doors in Laurens with the goal of solving a common problem many local residents face—returning packages. KOT Pack and Ship, located at…
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Laurens District 55 to Name High School Athletic Training Room in Honor of Coach Barry Atkinson
March 26, 2025
The Laurens County School District 55 (LCSD 55) School Board members unanimously approved to name the Laurens District 55 High School (LDHS) Athletic Training Room in honor of Coach Barry…
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Power: Ed awards $95,000 grant to A Father’s Place to prepare young men for fatherhood and life
March 26, 2025
A Father’s Place (AFP), has been awarded a $95,000 grant from Power:Ed, the philanthropy of SC Student Loan Corporation, to support AFP’s Reality Check Program, which actively engaging both current…
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Colliers Columbia Multifamily Report: Accelerating migration strengthens fundamentals
March 26, 2025
Commercial Real Estate Research & Forecast Report Q4 2024 Columbia Multifamily Market Highlights The Columbia multifamily market continues to rally as net absorption hit a three-year high, due in large…
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Infinity Marketing Promotes Kari Lynch and Jeanne Morrison
March 26, 2025
Agency Veterans Receive Promotions in Q1 2025 Infinity Marketing, a relationship- and results-focused marketing agency established in 1993, announced the promotion of two of its most experienced leaders: Kari Lynch…
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Cohn Construction completes campus transformation for Mungo Homes
March 26, 2025
Cohn Construction has completed the campus expansion and renovations for Mungo Homes at 441 Western Lane in Irmo. The campus expansion, completed in the Fall of 2024, included the construction…
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Broad Street UMC to Celebrate 40 Years of Fun, Food, Fashion & Tea at “FOUR-TEA” Birthday Bash
March 26, 2025
A beloved community tradition turns 40 this spring, and Broad Street United Methodist Church is inviting everyone to the party. Mark your calendars for Saturday, April 5, 2025, at 10:00…
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Nominations Open for KLCB Community Champion Award
March 26, 2025
Do you know someone who goes the extra mile to keep Laurens County clean, green, and beautiful? Now’s your chance to recognize them! Keep Laurens County Beautiful (KLCB) is currently…
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Issaqueena Chapter, NSDAR Honored with 14 Awards at SCDAR Spring Conference
March 26, 2025
The Issaqueena Chapter of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (NSDAR), made up of members from local communities, proudly received 14 chapter and individual awards last week. These…
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