Charlotte Startup Launches Scholarship Search Engine to Help Families Pay for College
April 29, 2015GoodCall leverages search technology and advanced algorithms to streamline and secure the scholarship search process for students and their families INDIAN LAND, SC – GoodCall, a Charlotte-based tech startup backed by…
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Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina awards $214,578.52 in Community Enrichment grants
April 29, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – The Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina has awarded fifteen Community Enrichment grants totaling $214,578.52 to nonprofit organizations committed to lifting South Carolinians out of poverty. “It…
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Duke Energy to build fully lined coal ash landfills at Dan River and Sutton Plants
April 29, 2015
Full excavation and closure of ash basins by August 2019 Landfills to be built on plant property using industry-proven containment and monitoring technologies CHARLOTTE, NC – On site and on…
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Wofford President Samhat honored by Northwestern
April 29, 2015
Alumni association recognizes president for accomplishments SPARTANBURG, SC – Wofford College President Nayef Samhat was honored Saturday, April 25, in Chicago by the Northwestern University Alumni Association (NAA) with one of…
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Vistage Chair Neil McLean launches new private advisory board for businesses in Columbia, SC
April 29, 2015COLUMBIA, SC — Neil McLean, CEO and Managing Partner of Columbia-based Sagacious Partners, has been selected as a Vistage Chair and recently launched a CEO group to serve the greater…
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Walmart Foundation Awards $50,000 to One80 Place
April 29, 2015CHARLESTON, SC – One80 Place has received a $50,000 grant from the Walmart Foundation’s State Giving Program to support its food programs. One80 Place prepares and serves more than 170,000…
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Metzger Appointed to Board of Directors of Meritas
April 29, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – Robinson McFadden announced that R. William (“Bill”) Metzger has been appointed to the Board of Directors of Meritas, a world-wide affiliation of commercial law firms with nearly…
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Four from Callison Tighe included in 2015 edition of Super Lawyers
April 29, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – Four attorneys at Callison Tighe are included in the newest edition of Super Lawyers, an annual publication that recognizes top attorneys across more than 70 practice areas.…
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May is National Preservation Month!
April 29, 2015
COLUMBIA,SC – May is National Preservation Month, and Historic Columbia, Columbia and Richland County’s preservation advocacy organization, has a full slate of events and activities to celebrate: Behind-the-Scenes Tour: Vista…
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The City of Columbia Selects M. B. Kahn for Water Treatment Plant Improvements
April 28, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – M. B. Kahn has been selected by the City of Columbia to perform improvements at their Canal Water Treatment Plant. The $6.67 Million contract will provide upgrades…
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Center for Developmental Services Hires Kimberly Perez as new Outreach Coordinator
April 28, 2015GREENVILLE, SC – The Center for Developmental Services’ (CDS) announced its selection of Kim Perez as their new Coordinator of Outreach and Bilingual Services. Perez will be the organization’s main…
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Sylvan’s Jewelers to Renovate its Historic Main Street Store
April 28, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – Sylvan’s Jewelers, a name synonymous with fine jewelry and timepieces in the city of Columbia since 1897, will renovate the interior of its historic location at 1500…
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Mayor Benjamin Joins National Panel on Fiscal Leadership
April 28, 2015BOSTON, MA – Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin joined some of the nation’s foremost experts on public finance in Boston, Massachusetts today to discuss how the City of Columbia is using new…
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New Retail Construction Continues to Heat Up the Columbia Market
April 28, 2015
Colliers International, South Carolina – Research & Forecast Report, Columbia – Retail Q1 2015 Key Takeaways Construction is on the rise throughout the market. Vacancy rate holding steady despite significant activity. Rental rates for shop…
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2015 MGC Long Run Raises $25,000 for USO South Carolina
April 28, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – The MGC Long Run raised $25,000 for USO South Carolina, a nonprofit organization that lifts the spirits of troops and their families. The donation is a result…
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Walmart Foundation Awards $50,000 to One80 Place
April 28, 2015CHARLESTON, SC – One80 Place has received a $50,000 grant from the Walmart Foundation’s State Giving Program to support its food programs. One80 Place prepares and serves more than 170,000…
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Federal Capital Partners Acquires East Central Lofts In Charleston, SC
April 28, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – Federal Capital Partners® (FCP) announced the acquisition of East Central Lofts in Charleston, SC through a joint venture with Kane Realty Corporation, Randolph Development and Canongate Capital. East…
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Rebuild Upstate to focus on fixing the quality of life
April 28, 2015GREENVILLE, SC – Rebuild Upstate believes that safe, livable housing is an essential component in our community that leads to a higher quality of life, increased focus on education and…
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SC Treasurer’s Office Names Unclaimed Property Director
April 28, 2015South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis Jr. has appointed Dayle DeLong to serve as Senior Assistant State Treasurer. DeLong will oversee Palmetto Payback, South Carolina’s unclaimed property program. DeLong joins the…
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SC Treasurer’s Office Names Unclaimed Property Director
April 28, 2015South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis Jr. has appointed Dayle DeLong to serve as Senior Assistant State Treasurer. DeLong will oversee Palmetto Payback, South Carolina’s unclaimed property program. DeLong joins the…
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Elmore Goldsmith Attorneys Recognized as South Carolina ‘Super Lawyers’
April 28, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Four attorneys from Elmore Goldsmith have been named by South Carolina Super Lawyers Magazine for 2015. Super Lawyers recognizes attorneys who have distinguished themselves in their legal…
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Alaska Airlines starting Charleston to Seattle nonstop service
April 28, 2015Nonstop flights begin this fall, introductory fares starting at $139* and $159* now on sale CHARLESTON, SC – Charleston International Airport has reason to celebrate today. Charleston’s growing air service reached…
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SC Treasurer’s Office Names Unclaimed Property Director
April 28, 2015
South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis Jr. has appointed Dayle DeLong to serve as Senior Assistant State Treasurer. DeLong will oversee Palmetto Payback, South Carolina’s unclaimed property program. DeLong joins the…
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Rebuild Upstate to focus on fixing the quality of life
April 28, 2015GREENVILLE, SC – Rebuild Upstate believes that safe, livable housing is an essential component in our community that leads to a higher quality of life, increased focus on education and…
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Passing of Donald Frances Nickel
April 27, 2015
WEST COLUMBIA – Donald Frances Nickel passed away April 20, 2015. He was the only child of Frank and Lorena Nickel, born on a small farm outside Stockbridge, Wisconsin. He…
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Logo Reveal South Carolina Power Team
April 27, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – South Carolina Power Team has launched its new corporate logo representing its direction as an organization while preserving the legacy of past work. The logo represents the forward…
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Bennett Hospitality Breaks Ground On $101 Million Marion Square Hotel Project
April 27, 2015
New, full-service, luxury hotel will feature 185 upscale rooms, fine-dining restaurant, rooftop pool and bar, spa, ballroom and more. CHARLESTON, SC – Bennett Hospitality, along with Charleston community leaders, officials and…
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NAI Avant Initiates Call For Offers Process For Port Royal Property
April 27, 2015
Deadline Approaching For Port Royal Request for Offers BEAUFORT COUNTY, SC – NAI Avant is placing the South Carolina State Ports Authority Port Royal property on a Request For Offers…
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Advertisement of Vacancies on the Commercial Revolving Loan Review Board
April 27, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – The City of Columbia is accepting applications for the Commercial Revolving Loan Review Board. Individuals applying for this board must be a Community Banker or a Small…
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St. Martin’s-in-the-Fields Foundation awards Cloak and Sword grant to Meals on Wheels program
April 27, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – Senior Resources received a $1,912 grant from the Cloak and Sword Fund of the St. Martin’s-in-the-Fields Foundation to support the Meals on Wheels program. The funding will…
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Methodist Manor of the Pee Dee Groundbreaking Ceremony
April 27, 2015
FLORENCE, SC – Mashburn Construction is currently working on a project at the Methodist Manor of the Pee Dee, a Continuing Care Retirement Community in Florence, SC. A Groundbreaking Ceremony…
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701 Center for Contemporary Art Announces
April 27, 2015Entropic Perceptions by 701 CCA Prize Winner Shannon Rae Lindsey Exhibition: May 7 – June 21, 2015 Artist Reception: Thursday, May 7, 7:00 – 9:00 p.m. Where: 701 CCA,…
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USC Upstate To Honor Henry Giles At May Commencement
April 27, 2015
SPARTANBURG, SC – The University of South Carolina Upstate will present an honorary degree to Henry C. Giles, Jr., president of Spartanburg Community College, at its May Commencement on Tuesday,…
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Greenville Tech Foundation to Host International Business Leader Carlos Ghosn
April 27, 2015
Chairman and CEO of Renault-Nissan Alliance to Speak at Signature Fundraiser Event GREENVILLE, SC – The Greenville Tech Foundation will host internationally renowned automotive executive Carlos Ghosn at its signature…
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Flynn Appointed Interim Senior Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs at USC Upstate
April 27, 2015
SPARTANBURG, SC – Dr. Clif Flynn has been appointed to serve as interim senior vice chancellor for academic affairs at the University of South Carolina Upstate. His appointment is effective…
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Upstate Forever Active Living Event to Feature Taylors Town Square
April 27, 2015
May 15 tour to focus on successful grassroots community-building effort in unincorporated Greenville County GREENVILLE, SC – Local conservation group Upstate Forever, in partnership with Greenville County Parks, Recreation…
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Charity Ball Board Announces 2015 Rose Ball Beneficiaries
April 27, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – The Charity Ball Board of Greenville is proud to announce the beneficiaries for the 2015 Rose Ball. The Ball will be held on September 18, 2015 at the…
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Faculty Give Moore Vote Of No Confidence
April 27, 2015
SPARTANBURG, SC – After three months of working to meet faculty demands and regain their trust and confidence in his ability to lead the University of South Carolina Upstate, Chancellor…
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Workforce Opportunity Summit to Bring Together IT Professionals and Education Partners
April 27, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – In an effort to continue dialogue with Greenville County businesses about future information technology skills needs, Greenville Technical College, in cooperation with Apprenticeship Carolina, will host a…
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North Myrtle Beach Chamber of Commerce Continues to Provide Community with Development Opportunities with Leadercast 2015 Event
April 27, 2015
NORTH MYRTLE BEACH, SC – The North Myrtle Beach Chamber of Commerce Convention & Visitors Bureau reinforces its mission to serve the community and business members by sponsoring the upcoming Leadercast North Myrtle Beach 2015 event.…
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Lee & Associates Charleston Represented the Landlord in the Lease Renewal of 2,050 SF Office/Warehouse Space in Mt Pleasant, SC
April 27, 2015Lee & Associates Charleston’s J. Ryan Welch & Reid Davis, CCIM, SIOR represented the Landlord, Point Long, LLC, in the lease renewal of 2,050 SF office/warehouse space located at 543…
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Berkeley County Board of Education names superintendent finalists and announces open employee / community receptions
April 27, 2015MONCKS CORNER, SC – The Berkeley County Board of Education has named three finalists in its search for a superintendent and announced opportunities for the public to meet these candidates Wednesday,…
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US Surgeon General to address MUSC graduates
April 27, 2015Vice Admiral Vivek Murthy serving as 2015 commencement speaker CHARLESTON, SC – Approximately 600 graduates will hear newly-appointed U.S. Surgeon General Vice Admiral Vivek H. Murthy, M.D., M.B.A., the speaker…
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SCRA Leading Panels, Talking Innovation at Dig South
April 27, 2015Annual Event Held in Charleston This Week SUMMERVILLE, SC – SCRA Technology Ventures today announced that it will have several roles in this week’s DIG South event. Both SCRA representatives…
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Upstate Industrial Market Begins 2015 with Investments and Construction
April 27, 2015
Colliers International, South Carolina: Research & Forecast Report – Greenville, Industrial Q1 2015 To download the complete report: Q1 2015 Greenville Industrial Market Report. Key Takeaways Speculative construction is gaining momentum throughout the market.…
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24 Turner Padget Attorneys Selected Among South Carolina Super Lawyers for 2015
April 27, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – Turner Padget announced that 15 of its attorneys have been included among South Carolina Super Lawyers for 2015, and an additional nine attorneys have been recognized as…
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Johnson to address Chamber members on sales challenges
April 27, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Local entrepreneur Tammy Johnson will discuss the successes and challenges of sales in the hospitality industry at an upcoming Greenville Chamber roundtable event. With 60 percent of…
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Scio Diamond Doubles Diamond-Growing Capacity
April 27, 2015
CEO fulfills pledge to increase production capacity of manufacturing facility GREENVILLE, SC – Scio Diamond Technology Corporation (OTCBB: SCIO) today said it will complete a manufacturing expansion in May that will more than…
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SC Bar Young Lawyers Name Award Recipients
April 27, 2015Seven Stars of the Quarter Awards given COLUMBIA, SC – The SC Bar Young Lawyers Division (YLD) has named seven Stars of the Quarter Award recipients. The awards recognize YLD…
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Collins & Lacy Attorneys Selected as 2015 South Carolina Super Lawyers® and Rising Stars® with Two Named as South Carolina Top 25 and One as Top 10
April 27, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – Eight Collins & Lacy, P.C. attorneys have been selected to the 2015 South Carolina Super Lawyers® and South Carolina Rising Stars® list, two of whom were ranked among…
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