Best Lawyers in America honors every attorney at Lourie Law Firm in its 2024 edition
August 22, 2023
Every attorney at Lourie Law Firm is being honored in the 2024 edition of The Best Lawyers in America®. Here are those listed, with the practice areas in which they…
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G. Murrell Smith, Jr. and Jonathan M. Robinson of Smith Robinson Law Firm selected to 2024 edition of Best Lawyers in America®
August 22, 2023
Smith Robinson announced that attorneys G. Murrell Smith, Jr. and Jonathan M. Robinson have been selected to the 2024 edition of Best Lawyers in America®. Mr. Smith was selected for…
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10 Richardson Plowden attorneys selected to 2024 Best Lawyers in America
August 22, 2023
The 2024 edition of The Best Lawyers in America® features ten Richardson Plowden & Robinson, P.A. attorneys who were selected by their peers: Leslie A. Cotter, Jr., for legal malpractice…
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Six Morton & Gettys attorneys included in new edition of Best Lawyers in America
August 22, 2023
Six Morton & Gettys attorneys are included in the 2024 edition of “Best Lawyers in America” and its companion piece, “Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch.” Half of the lawyers were…
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First Citizens Bank supports Midlands Technical College’s QuickJobs Program
August 21, 2023
First Citizens Bank continues to support Midlands Technical College’s QuickJobs program with a $50,000 donation for the second year in a row. There are currently more than 20 QuickJobs programs…
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Shutt named Lawyer of the Year for her ERISA and employee benefits work
August 21, 2023
Nekki Shutt has won Lawyer of the Year honors for her work in Litigation – ERISA in the Columbia area in the just-released 2024 “Best Lawyers in America.” It’s Shutt’s…
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All six partners honored in “Best Lawyers” at Richardson Thomas
August 21, 2023
Every partner at Richardson Thomas is included in the just-released 2024 edition of “Best Lawyers in America,” with all six earning honors in at least two practice areas each. Terry…
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SIOS Technology named to the “2023 Best Places to Work in South Carolina” list by SC Biz News and the Best Companies Group
August 21, 2023
SIOS honored for the fourth consecutive year; ranked #4 in its category SAN MATEO, CA and COLUMBIA, SC – SIOS Technology Corp., an industry leader in application high availability and…
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Marketing Minute Video: What to Expect When Working with a PR Firm
August 21, 2023
Marketing Minute by Beverly Bowers, NP Strategy This week’s video shares what to expect when working with a public relations firm and how to set yourself up for success.…
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USC opens doors to Campus Village
August 18, 2023
The University of South Carolina hosted a grand opening on Friday (Aug. 18) for its new Campus Village student residential housing development, the largest construction project in the university’s 222-year…
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Voterheads announces the expansion of their collaboration with Ballotpedia
August 17, 2023
Voterheads.com, a South Carolina technology company, is excited to announce the expansion of its local government monitoring and reporting collaboration with Ballotpedia. Visitors to Ballotpedia’s city and county web pages will…
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Barnes Alford attorneys selected to The Best Lawyers in America
August 17, 2023
Barnes Alford attorneys Weldon R. Johnson, David G. Wolff, Kay Gaffney Crowe, Alan J. Reyner, Robert T. Strickland, Curtis W. Dowling, and Matthew G. Gerrald have been selected for inclusion…
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27 Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd Columbia attorneys recognized by Best Lawyers
August 17, 2023
Statewide, 84 Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd attorneys were recognized by Best Lawyers® in their respective practice areas. Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. announced that Best Lawyers®, a legal peer-review guide, has selected…
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Best Lawyers honors every Callison Tighe attorney for third year in a row
August 17, 2023
It happened last year, and the year before. And now, for the third year in a row, The Best Lawyers in America® has recognized every attorney at Callison Tighe and…
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Nephron announces Julie Rameas as Chief Procurement Officer
August 17, 2023
Nephron Pharmaceuticals Corporation today announced Julie Rameas as Chief Procurement Officer. In her new role, Rameas will oversee all strategic sourcing and procurement activities. “We could not be more excited…
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9 at Burnette Shutt & McDaniel honored in “Best Lawyers,” including a Lawyer of the Year
August 17, 2023
Nine attorneys at Burnette Shutt & McDaniel are cited in the just-released 2024 edition of “Best Lawyers in America” and its companion guide, “Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch,” a total…
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A personal tribute to Senator John Scott
August 16, 2023
“Beyond the lofty superlatives … he was my friend” By Dr. Tom Mullikin Senator John Scott, 69, who passed away Sunday, August 13, was my friend and colleague in the…
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RCSD K-9 TEAM NIGHT at Segra Park
August 16, 2023
Family fan, great baseball action, and an exciting K-9 demonstration By W. Thomas Smith Jr. The Richland County Sheriff’s Department (RCSD) and the Columbia Fireflies will host RCSD K-9 TEAM…
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LCK Report: Manufacturing construction starts are up sharply year over year
August 16, 2023
Mid-Year 2023 South Carolina Construction Trends Report Key Takeaways: 2023 statewide mid-year construction starts have surpassed 75% of 2022 construction starts with positive growth in all sectors Material pricing…
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Colliers | South Carolina announces the retirement of Debbie Lane and the appointment of Kim Butler to Senior Vice President of the Real Estate Management division
August 16, 2023
Charleston/Columbia/Greenville/Spartanburg, SC – Effective October 1, 2023, Debbie Lane will retire from her role as Senior Vice President of Real Estate Management Services (REMS) at Colliers | South Carolina. Debbie…
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You’ve Got to be a Friend to Have a Friend
August 16, 2023
By Reba Hull Campbell Every year, I dust off this “first day of first grade” photo taken in front of then-Crayton Elementary School. It makes me thankful for these…
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My Father’s Failed Quest
August 16, 2023
By Tom Poland Dad had a saying. “I won’t let it whip me.” He prevailed over stubborn bolts, obstinate lawn mowers, welding projects, and just about anything that crossed…
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Retention, new bookings result in record numbers at CMCC
August 16, 2023
As the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center (CMCC) welcomes Soda City Comic Con back this weekend – its largest recurring event – it’s an indicator of the retention and contracting of…
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Air Compressor Services breaks into top 5 of “Best Places to Work”
August 16, 2023
Best Companies Group, in collaboration with SC Biz News, has announced that Air Compressor Services (ACS) ranked No. 4 on the 2023 South Carolina Best Places to Work list. The…
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Lexington One Educational Foundation welcomes four new members to its Board of Directors
August 16, 2023
The Lexington One Educational Foundation recently welcomed four new members to its Board of Directors: Katy Handell, Brandi Snyder Keefer, Michelle White and Bridget Winston. Katherine “Katy” Handell is a…
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Clancy & Theys Construction Company taps Brandon Scott & Matthew Praytor for Upstate, SC office
August 16, 2023
Fills Role as VP Upstate Division Manager & VP Project Development and Operations Clancy & Theys Construction Company has hired Brandon Scott as the Vice President, Upstate Division Manager and…
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South Carolina Boating & Fishing Alliance (SCBFA) celebrates surge in recreational boating industry, unveils impressive economic impact figures
August 16, 2023
Despite a pandemic and uncertain economic conditions, recreational boating in South Carolina has surged to an all-time high with a 67% increase in total economic impact on the state and an 80% increase in…
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Trey Martin earns fourth honor of 2023
August 16, 2023
For Wilkes “Trey” Martin, AIF®, WMS, Managing Director & Senior Vice President of Sage Capital Wealth Management of Raymond James, the year 2023 has truly been one for the record…
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Becky Laffitte of Robinson Gray to receive Leadership in Law Award
August 16, 2023
Becky Laffitte, a member of Robinson Gray law firm, is one of the recipients of the 2023 South Carolina Lawyers Weekly Leadership in Law Awards. This is an annual award…
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Albrecht to receive Leadership in Law award
August 16, 2023
Samantha Albrecht, an attorney at Burnette, Shutt & McDaniel, will receive a Leadership in Law award from SC Lawyers Weekly. The annual honors go to attorneys who have gone above…
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Spartanburg Science Center announces 2023 Finalists for Inaugural Spartanburg County STEM Educator of the Year Awards
August 16, 2023
As Spartanburg County welcomes teachers back to school, the Spartanburg Science Center surprised seven educators with news that they were the district finalists for the inaugural STEM Educator of the…
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Jordan Dieterle joins the Spartanburg office of C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS
August 16, 2023
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS is pleased to announce that Jordan Dieterle has joined the company’s Spartanburg office as a sales associate. Jordan Dieterle maximizes his extensive awareness…
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Columbia Museum of Art’s board of trustees adds two new members
August 16, 2023
Talented local leaders bring their skills to the museum The Columbia Museum of Art announces Linda Pearce Edwards and Dr. Todd Lefkowitz as two new members elected to serve on…
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Trinity Partners industrial team facilitates the sale of 739 Old Clemson Road
August 16, 2023
Trinity Partners’ industrial team Nick Stomski, SIOR, Jake Nidiffer, and Ryan Causey were engaged to handle the disposition of 739 Old Clemson Road in Columbia, SC on behalf of a…
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City Council Highlights | August 15, 2023
August 16, 2023During the presentation portion of the City Council meeting, Mayor Daniel Rickenmann presented the Small Business Day Administration Proclamation. Mayor Pro Tem Ed McDowell presented the Miss Jada Samuel Day…
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Midlands Technical College President announces retirement plans
August 15, 2023
Dr. Ronald L. Rhames has announced his plans to retire as president of one of the largest technical colleges in South Carolina. Rhames has been a part of the MTC…
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Butterfly release will honor and remember women affected by ovarian cancer
August 15, 2023
The Ovarian Cancer Coalition of Central SC (OCC) will hold the annual butterfly release for ovarian cancer September 21 (5:30 pm) at the SC State House to raise awareness of…
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Marty Martinez named Executive Director of the Big Red Barn Retreat in Blythewood
August 15, 2023
The Big Red Barn Retreat (BRBR) announced the appointment of Marty Martinez as its new Executive Director. A distinguished 28-year United States Army combat veteran, Marty brings a wealth of…
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Colliers represents Ascent Total Performance in the lease of retail space on Spears Creek Church Road in Elgin
August 15, 2023
Colliers | South Carolina’s Rox Pollard and John Gressette represented Ascent Total Performance (ATP) in the leasing of ±1,450 square feet of retail space at 550 Spears Creek Church Road in…
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Colliers leases 1021 George Rogers Boulevard to Brickhouse Gym
August 15, 2023
Crawford Prezioso, Thomas Beard, SIOR and John Peebles, SIOR represented SRAN, LLC in the lease of a 32,512-square-foot building at 1021 George Rogers Boulevard in Columbia to Brickhouse Gym. 1021…
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How to file the final tax return for a deceased taxpayer
August 15, 2023
What you need to know: When someone dies, their surviving spouse, an executor, or an administrator normally files the deceased taxpayer’s final Income Tax return. On the South Carolina Individual…
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Maynard Nexsen expands tax practice
August 15, 2023
Maynard Nexsen, a full-service law firm with 24 offices across the United States, announced Nicole “Nikki” M. Wooten has joined the firm’s Columbia office Of Counsel. Wooten’s practice concentrates on…
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Spectrum to award $5,000 to St. Luke’s Episcopal Church Fresh Start Ministry
August 15, 2023
Spectrum announced a donation of $5,000 to St. Luke’s Episcopal Church Fresh Start Ministry through the company’s national community philanthropic program, Spectrum Employee Community Grants. Funding provided by Spectrum will…
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Leadership Series – Jim Stritzinger, South Carolina Broadband Office (SCBBO)
August 15, 2023
The Who’s on the Move Leadership Series highlights people leading extraordinary change in South Carolina. We will be focusing on the journeys of 12 top leaders per year from across the state…
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Grayson Greiner joins Colliers | South Carolina as Brokerage Associate in Columbia
August 15, 2023
Colliers | South Carolina announced Grayson Greiner as its newest Brokerage Associate in the Columbia office. As a Columbia native and former Major League Baseball player, Greiner brings to Colliers…
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City of Columbia issues statement regarding meal sharing plan for unsheltered population
August 14, 2023City of Columbia officials and staff have been working on developing a meal sharing plan for feeding the homeless population. The identification of a site and logistical arrangements to ensure…
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Alisha Wilson joins the Midtown office of C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS
August 14, 2023
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announced that Alisha Wilson has joined the company’s Midtown office as a sales associate. Alisha Wilson is a true Greenville native, raised in…
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New slate of S.C. Arts Commission emerging artists announced
August 14, 2023
Six artists just getting established in their crafts will benefit from the South Carolina Arts Commission Emerging Artists program, receiving a project-based grant and career mentoring. The SCAC defines emerging…
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DeWees Real Estate Group represents tenant in local real estate transaction in Lexington, SC
August 14, 2023
DeWees Real Estate Group Represents Tenant in Local Real Estate Transaction Sales Associate, Angela Cash, Represented the tenant in the lease of 601-D Northwood Rd. DeWees Real Estate Group, a…
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One80 Place launches new Eviction Prevention service line in Richland, Lexington counties
August 14, 2023
One80 Place, the state’s largest nonprofit organization dedicated to ending and preventing homelessness, has launched a new Eviction Prevention line through the United Way Association of South Carolina’s 2-1-1 phone…
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