Richland Two Board elects new officers
July 1, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – At the Tuesday, June 23, 2015 board meeting, the Richland School District Two Board of Trustees elected new officers to lead the board from July 2015 to…
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UofSC seeks pregnant women to participate in health study
July 1, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – The University of South Carolina is looking for African-American and white women in the first 16 weeks of their pregnancy to participate in a study to learn more…
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NAI Avant facilitates ±184,453 SF lease in Carolina Pines Industrial Park
July 1, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – NAI Avant senior industrial broker, Nick Stomski, SIOR, recently consummated the lease of ±184,453 square feet of industrial warehouse space in the Carolina Pines Industrial Park in…
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Charleston Harbor Deepening Project Earns Key Federal Funding for Preconstruction Engineering and Design
July 1, 2015
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Allocates $1.303 Million in Federal Funding for Post-45 Harbor Deepening Project CHARLESTON, SC – Today SC Ports Authority announced $1.303 million in federal funding…
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Charleston Harbor Deepening Project Earns Key Federal Funding for Preconstruction Engineering and Design
July 1, 2015U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Allocates $1.303 Million in Federal Funding for Post-45 Harbor Deepening Project CHARLESTON, SC – Today SC Ports Authority announced $1.303 million in federal funding…
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Historically High Occupancy and Rental Rates
July 1, 2015
Colliers International | South Carolina, Research & Forecast Report – Columbia, Office, Q2 2015 Key Takeaways > Office space continues to be absorbed throughout the Columbia, South Carolina office market,…
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Presbyterian College Board of Trustees Announces New President
July 1, 2015
CLINTON, SC – The Presbyterian College (PC) Board of Trustees is proud to announce that Robert (Bob) Emmett Staton ’68 has been selected to serve as president of PC effective…
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Presbyterian College Board of Trustees Announces New President
July 1, 2015
CLINTON, SC – The Presbyterian College (PC) Board of Trustees is proud to announce that Robert (Bob) Emmett Staton ’68 has been selected to serve as president of PC effective…
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The Chet & Beth Smith Group of Berkshire Hathaway Homeservices C. Dan Joyner, Realtors Named One of America’s Top 1,000 Real Estate Teams
July 1, 2015
Ranked #89 in Transaction Sides by REAL Trends, as advertised in The Wall Street Journal GREENVILLE, SC – Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS® is pleased to announce The…
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Pi Kappa Alpha Fraternity Presented Hearts and Hands Award
July 1, 2015
SPARTANBURG, SC – Wofford College’s Pi Kappa Alpha Fraternity was presented the Heart and Hands Award at the SC School for the Deaf and the Blind’s recent graduation ceremony. The Hearts…
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Habitat for Humanity of Spartanburg Named Hearts and Hands Award Recipient
July 1, 2015
SPARTANBURG, SC – Habitat for Humanity of Spartanburg was presented The Hearts and Hands Award at the SC School for the Deaf and the Blind. The award was established by…
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SC School for the Deaf and the Blind Awards Irene Casey the Douglas F. Dent Award
July 1, 2015
SPARTANBURG, SC – Irene Casey was named this year’s Douglas F. Dent Award recipient at the SC School for the Deaf and the Blind. The Dent Award is the highest…
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Thomas M. Weiland, AIA, named GMK’s Director of Architecture
July 1, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – GMK Associates, Inc., announced that Thomas M. Weiland AIA, has been promoted to the position of Director of Architecture for the firm. In this role, Mr. Weiland…
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MeetingPoint to look at how faith communities can serve society
July 1, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – For centuries, faith communities have been the epicenters of compassion and charity. Yet, building a congregation that focuses outward toward the well-being of the larger community does…
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National Bar Association Selects Meliah Bowers Jefferson for 40 Under 40 Award
July 1, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – The National Bar Association has chosen Meliah Bowers Jefferson as one of the recipients of its 40 Under 40 Nation’s Best Advocates Award. The award recognizes the…
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Sowell Gray supports removing Confederate flag from State House grounds
July 1, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – Sowell Gray Stepp & Laffitte, LLC, joins with South Carolina’s governor and the state’s many political, business, educational, and community leaders in the call to take down…
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Habitat for Humanity of Spartanburg Named Hearts and Hands Award Recipient
July 1, 2015
SPARTANBURG, SC – Habitat for Humanity of Spartanburg was presented The Hearts and Hands Award at the SC School for the Deaf and the Blind. The award was established by…
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MeetingPoint to look at how faith communities can serve society
July 1, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – For centuries, faith communities have been the epicenters of compassion and charity. Yet, building a congregation that focuses outward toward the well-being of the larger community does…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: non-profit, on-the-move
National Bar Association Selects Meliah Bowers Jefferson for 40 Under 40 Award
July 1, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – The National Bar Association has chosen Meliah Bowers Jefferson as one of the recipients of its 40 Under 40 Nation’s Best Advocates Award. The award recognizes the…
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Pi Kappa Alpha Fraternity Presented Hearts and Hands Award
July 1, 2015
SPARTANBURG, SC – Wofford College’s Pi Kappa Alpha Fraternity was presented the Heart and Hands Award at the SC School for the Deaf and the Blind’s recent graduation ceremony. The Hearts…
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SC School for the Deaf and the Blind Awards Irene Casey the Douglas F. Dent Award
July 1, 2015
SPARTANBURG, SC – Irene Casey was named this year’s Douglas F. Dent Award recipient at the SC School for the Deaf and the Blind. The Dent Award is the highest…
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The Chet & Beth Smith Group of Berkshire Hathaway Homeservices C. Dan Joyner, Realtors Named One of America’s Top 1,000 Real Estate Teams
July 1, 2015
Ranked #89 in Transaction Sides by REAL Trends, as advertised in The Wall Street Journal GREENVILLE, SC – Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS® is pleased to announce The…
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Nickelodeon Theatre Hosts Blaktastik July 24-26
June 30, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – The Nickelodeon, South Carolina’s only non-profit art house film theater, will host “Blaktastik,” a three-day film, music, education and art festival celebrating contemporary Black creative culture, July…
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Calling All Makers: Columbia, S.C.’s Largest Indie Craft Fair, Crafty Feast, is Now Accepting Applications
June 30, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – Crafty Feast, the Midlands’ largest indie craft fair, is now accepting vendor applications for its annual show, to be held on Sunday, December 13, from 12 – 6…
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Nexton Elementary School Opens
June 30, 2015MONCKS CORNER, SC – The doors of Nexton Elementary School were opened yesterday to hundreds of parents, students and members of the community at the ribbon cutting and dedication ceremony for…
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What’s Happening at the 2015 Palmetto Tasty Tomato Festival: A Celebration of Local Food in the Midlands
June 30, 2015July 18, 2015 ABOUT THE FESTIVAL: Presented by Sustainable Midlands, the Palmetto Tasty Tomato Festival is a celebration of locally grown food – the people who grow it, the restaurants…
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Keep the Midlands Beautiful Receives $10,000 Grant from Lowe’s
June 30, 2015
Keep America Beautiful/Lowe’s Grant Supports Cayce, South Carolina Community Improvement Project COLUMBIA, SC – Keep the Midlands Beautiful today announced that Lowe’s has awarded a $10,000 grant to support Keep the Midlands…
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Charleston Animal Society Achieves Highest Level of Veterinary Excellence
June 30, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – Charleston Animal Society has achieved the highest level of veterinary excellence following a thorough evaluation by the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA). Charleston Animal Society earned AAHA…
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Arnold Companies Announces Marina Bay – Lake Wylie
June 30, 2015MT. HOLLY, NC – Arnold Companies announced the ground breaking of the new Marina Bay – Lake Wylie development located at 1000 Marina Village Drive in Mt. Holly, North Carolina.…
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Enjoy Cemetery Tours, Dollar Sunday and Summer Camp this July with Historic Columbia
June 30, 2015COLUMBIA, SC — Historic Columbia’s house museums will be closed Saturday, July 4, but you can still get your fill of history this month with a moonlight stroll through Elmwood Cemetery,…
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Fine Craft Shows Charleston Announces 2015 Piccolo Spoleto Crafts Shows Awards.
June 30, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – The 36th Annual Piccolo Spoleto Crafts Shows, held May 22-24 and May 29-31, featured fine weather, great crowds, and beautiful crafts presented by artist from all over the…
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$25,000 grant to assist CSU’s Veteran Students
June 30, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – Representatives from Palmetto Warrior Connection and America’s Warrior Partnership presented a $25,000 check to Charleston Southern University this week to assist Charleston Southern’s veteran students. “We are proud to…
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New Pharmacy Technician Program Debuts This Fall
June 30, 2015
PENDLETON, SC – Over the past year, Dr. Ann Barnes, program coordinator and instructor for Tri-County Technical College’s new Pharmacy Technician program, worked on curriculum development and achieving SACS accreditation,…
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Arnold Companies Announces Marina Bay – Lake Wylie
June 30, 2015
MT. HOLLY, NC – Arnold Companies announced the ground breaking of the new Marina Bay – Lake Wylie development located at 1000 Marina Village Drive in Mt. Holly, North Carolina.…
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Calling All Makers: Columbia, S.C.’s Largest Indie Craft Fair, Crafty Feast, is Now Accepting Applications
June 30, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – Crafty Feast, the Midlands’ largest indie craft fair, is now accepting vendor applications for its annual show, to be held on Sunday, December 13, from 12 – 6…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: on-the-move
Enjoy Cemetery Tours, Dollar Sunday and Summer Camp this July with Historic Columbia
June 30, 2015COLUMBIA, SC — Historic Columbia’s house museums will be closed Saturday, July 4, but you can still get your fill of history this month with a moonlight stroll through Elmwood Cemetery,…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: non-profit, on-the-move
Nickelodeon Theatre Hosts Blaktastik July 24-26
June 30, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – The Nickelodeon, South Carolina’s only non-profit art house film theater, will host “Blaktastik,” a three-day film, music, education and art festival celebrating contemporary Black creative culture, July…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: on-the-move, the-arts
What’s Happening at the 2015 Palmetto Tasty Tomato Festival: A Celebration of Local Food in the Midlands
June 30, 2015
July 18, 2015 ABOUT THE FESTIVAL: Presented by Sustainable Midlands, the Palmetto Tasty Tomato Festival is a celebration of locally grown food – the people who grow it, the restaurants…
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SCRA Technology Ventures Announces Investments
June 29, 2015SC Launch Board Finalizes Investments for Two Charleston Companies SUMMERVILLE, SC – SCRA Technology Ventures’ SC Launch Board recently finalized investments for two Charleston, S.C.-based companies. Charleston Pharma, who received…
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SnoBar Brings Gourmet Alcohol-Infused Frozen Treats to the Charleston Area
June 29, 2015
Visitors and locals can now get their hands on “The Original Frozen Cocktail” at select local venues CHARLESTON, SC – With the heat wave holding steady over the area, Charlestonians…
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Science and Mathematics Governor’s School Partners With Time Warner Cable to Deliver STEM Camps Across South Carolina
June 29, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics (GSSM) received a $5,000 investment from Time Warner Cable’s Connect a Million Minds initiative to support the School’s satellite…
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Eighteen Complete Doctor of Chiropractic Program at Sherman College
June 29, 2015GREENVILLE, SC – Eighteen students from around the world received the doctor of chiropractic degree from Sherman College of Chiropractic in Spartanburg, SC, on Saturday, June 20, 2015. The commencement was…
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Womble Carlyle Announces Commitment to Healing Process Following Charleston Tragedy
June 29, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – Womble Carlyle attorneys and staff join the Charleston community and the nation in mourning the nine lives lost at Charleston’s Emanuel AME Church. The firm is committed to…
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The Old Cigar Warehouse to host free weddings for LGBT couples
June 29, 2015
The Old Cigar Warehouse to recognize Supreme Court ruling on marriage equality with special ceremonies for LGBT couples GREENVILLE, SC – The Old Cigar Warehouse will be hosting six,…
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Clemson University Athletic Department to team up with Crawford Strategy
June 29, 2015
Marketing agency to provide support for men’s basketball team GREENVILLE, SC – Crawford Strategy is proud to partner with the Clemson University Athletic Department to support marketing and communications…
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Blackbaud donates $75,000 to Lowcountry Unity Fund at the Coastal Community Foundation
June 29, 2015CHARLESTON, SC – In response to the tragedy that occurred at Emmanuel A.M.E. Church, Blackbaud announced that it has made a $75,000 donation to Coastal Community Foundation’s (CCF) newly established…
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McCall Capital closes on $11 million sale of townhome apartment community in Simpsonville
June 29, 2015GREENVILLE, SC – McCall Capital, a real estate investment, development, and asset management company based in Greenville, SC, closed on the sale of the Enclave at Fairview in Simpsonville, SC, for…
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Statement from Bob Jones University on Obergefell v. Hodges
June 29, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – The following statement was released by Bob Jones University in response to the decision by the Supreme Court of the United States in Obergefell v. Hodges. The statement…
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SC Alliance of Health Plans Issues Statement on King v. Burwell Decision
June 29, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – The Supreme Court’s decision in the King v. Burwell case today brings important clarity and certainty to ACA and to the health insurance markets in South Carolina. The federally provided subsidies for qualified…
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Education Professionals Selected to Study and Develop Aferschool and Expanded Learning Policy
June 29, 2015GREENVILLE, SC – Fifteen leaders in the field of afterschool and expanded learning nationwide have been selected as White-Riley-Peterson Policy Fellows as part of a partnership between the Riley Institute…
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