SCATCC announces 2022 award winners
May 17, 2022
The South Carolina Association of Technical College Commissioners (SCATCC) announces the selection of its 2022 award winners. Commissioner Leadership, Garry Powers, Midlands Technical College Honors an individual who has made…
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Society of Industrial and Office REALTORS® elects David Lockwood of Colliers | South Carolina as incoming President-Elect
May 16, 2022
David Lockwood, CRE, CCIM, SIOR, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of Colliers | South Carolina, was recently elected by the Global Board of Directors of the Society of…
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Nathalie Bennett of Northwoods Middle named 2022 CCSD Teacher of the Year
May 16, 2022
Memminger’s Kory Roberts named runner-up Charleston County School District (CCSD) surprised Northwoods Middle School teacher Natalie Bennett today with the announcement that she had been chosen as the 2022 CCSD…
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CSU’s Doctor of Physical Therapy opens doors
May 16, 2022
After years of planning and preparation, the Charleston Southern University Doctor of Physical Therapy program hosted an Open House this week and welcomed visitors to tour the classrooms and clinical…
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Charleston Regional Development Alliance announces new business development and marketing hires
May 16, 2022
The Charleston Regional Development Alliance (CRDA) is pleased to welcome Brendan Barry as the organization’s new Business Development Coordinator, and Jillian Bunting as Marketing Communications Manager. As business development coordinator, Brendan Barry provides a full…
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South Carolina ETV receives four Southeast EMMY nominations
May 16, 2022
Awards recognize some of the greatest television work in the Southeast The Regional Southeast EMMY® Chapter of the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences (NATAS) recently announced nominations for…
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Maison Real Estate welcomes new agent Lauren Binard
May 16, 2022
Maison Real Estate is excited to announce that Lauren Binard has recently joined their sales team as a real estate agent. As a Carolina native, Lauren Binard grew up visiting…
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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis announces National 529 Day observance with PalmettoBaby Grants
May 16, 2022
State Treasurer Curtis Loftis kicked off the upcoming National 529 College Savings Day by announcing that South Carolina’s Future Scholar 529 College Savings Plan will provide privately-funded $529 grants to every baby…
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SeamonWhiteside completes civil engineering and landscape architecture for Mount Pleasant Town Hall Track
May 16, 2022
SeamonWhiteside (SW+), a full-service land design firm with offices throughout the Carolinas, is proud to announce its completion of civil engineering and landscape architecture for the new Mount Pleasant Town…
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The Cassina Group announces hiring of realtor Tim Schneider
May 13, 2022
The Cassina Group, Charleston’s No. 1 boutique real estate firm, announces the hiring of accomplished Realtor Tim Schneider. He has a wealth of experience navigating the luxury real estate markets…
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Tighe sworn in as President of the South Carolina Bar
May 13, 2022
Columbia attorney J. Hagood Tighe took office as president of the South Carolina Bar on May 12. He was sworn in by U.S. District Court Judge J. Michelle Childs during…
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NMSC awards three CCSD students with $2,500 scholarships
May 13, 2022
Charleston County School District (CCSD) is proud to announce the following three students earned $2,500 National Merit Scholarships from the National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC) in 2022: Academic Magnet High…
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National Wild Turkey Federation announces leadership transitions
May 13, 2022
EDGEFIELD, SC – The National Wild Turkey Federation today announced that Becky Humphries, its CEO since 2017, will retire in February 2023 as the organization celebrates its 50th anniversary. To succeed her, the…
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Moranz Entertainment brings all the best sing-along songs to the Charleston Music Hall for ‘American Jukebox’
May 12, 2022
Moranz Entertainment is bringing the biggest hits of the ‘60s, ‘70s and ‘80s to the Charleston Music Hall for its summertime show, ”American Jukebox.” Featuring some of the country’s most…
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Public invited to celebrate renovated Moultrie Playground
May 12, 2022
The Charleston Parks Conservancy, residents and donors will celebrate the renovation of Moultrie Playground near Colonial Lake. The public is invited to a ribbon cutting ceremony with Charleston Mayor John…
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Trison Wells establishing operations in Colleton County
May 12, 2022
$1.2 million investment to create 35 new jobs Trison Wells, a consumer products manufacturer, announced plans to establish operations in Colleton County. The company’s $1.2 million investment will create 35…
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Rediscovering An Old Friend
May 12, 2022
By Tom Poland March 3rd is a day I’ll long remember. A bit earlier I had given a talk to the Kiwanis Club at the Darlington Country Club. Returning home…
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Frampton Construction underway on industrial project in Ocala, Florida
May 11, 2022
Frampton Construction Company, LLC, a full-service construction firm providing planning and design support, preconstruction, and construction services, has started work on a 458,758-square-foot speculative industrial building located within Marion County…
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Charleston County School District opens student registration May 10
May 11, 2022Registration for all grades will open Tuesday, May 10 2022 at 5:00 p.m. All students – new and returning – must register and provide residency verification. Access to the registration…
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William Means Real Estate team continues to grow
May 11, 2022
William Means Real Estate announced that its team of agents is growing with the addition of College of Charleston alum, Andrew Smith. Smith started his real estate career by gaining…
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As crowds return, city works with merchants to clear obstacles from sidewalks
May 11, 2022
Following a suspension of enforcement due to the Covid-19 pandemic, city of Charleston enforcement officers will begin citing businesses using sandwich boards and pedestal signs within sidewalks’ rights-of-way on Monday,…
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Dorchester County approved to submit $1 million grant application for future urgent care facility in St. George
May 11, 2022
On May 2, 2022, the Dorchester County Council approved the filing of a grant application to the USDA for $1 million to help fund the future urgent care facility which…
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CSU’s College of Education recognizes 23 master’s, nine EdD grads
May 11, 2022
Twenty-three Master of Education and nine Doctor of Education in leadership graduates were honored at a Friday evening Charleston Southern University College of Education Commencement event. This was the second…
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Matt Gedney receives SCEDA Ally of the Year Award
May 11, 2022
The L&C Railroad exec was integral in bringing E.&J. Gallo to Chester County The South Carolina Economic Developers’ Association (SCEDA) awarded Matt Gedney, of the Lancaster & Chester Railroad (L&C)…
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TravelBoom promotes Pete DiMaio to Chief Operating Officer
May 11, 2022
TravelBoom Marketing, the leading data-driven digital marketing agency for hotels, resorts, and vacation rental companies today announces the promotion of Pete DiMaio as its Chief Operating Officer. DiMaio is a…
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South Carolina teen birth rate declines, but disparities remain
May 11, 2022
Although South Carolina’s national teen birth ranking hasn’t changed, the state saw an 11 percent decrease in the teen (ages 15-19; all references to teens are for the 15-19 age…
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GSSM accepting applications for Residential and STEM Foundations Programs
May 11, 2022
GSSM Accepting Applications For Residential and STEM Foundations ProgramsHartsville, SC – The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science + Mathematics (GSSM) is still accepting applications for its Residential and STEM Foundations.…
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Filing season recap, plus how to make next year’s tax season a breeze
May 11, 2022
From January through April 29, more than 2.2 million state Individual Income Tax returns were filed in South Carolina. Approximately 95% of returns filed by that date were filed electronically.…
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Gov. Henry McMaster signs legislation to strengthen S.C. foster care
May 11, 2022
Governor Henry McMaster today was joined by South Carolina Department of Social Services (SCDSS) Director Michael Leach and members of the General Assembly for a ceremonial bill signing of H.…
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South Carolina Economic Developers’ Association announces 2022-23 President and Board of Directors
May 11, 2022
The South Carolina Economic Developers’ Association (SCEDA) announced its 2022-23 officers and board of directors during the organization’s annual conference in Hilton Head. SCEDA and its 600+ members have been…
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Statement from Gov. Henry McMaster on the confirmation of Eden Hendrick as next DJJ executive director
May 11, 2022
Governor Henry McMaster today released the following statement on the confirmation of Eden Hendrick as the next executive director of the South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice: “DJJ has made…
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SCPRSA celebrates the best in public relations at the 2022 Mercury Awards ceremony
May 11, 2022
On Thursday, April 28, the South Carolina chapter of the Public Relations Society of America (SCPRSA) honored the best and brightest in the state’s public relations industry with the 31st…
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Frampton Construction breaks ground on 458,758 sq. ft. spec building
May 11, 2022
Frampton Construction underway on industrial project in Ocala, Florida Frampton Construction Company, LLC, a full-service construction firm providing planning and design support, preconstruction, and construction services, has started work on…
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SC Bar’s Young Lawyer Division partners with local organizations across South Carolina to raise money for regional food banks
May 11, 2022
The South Carolina Bar’s Young Lawyers Division (YLD) is partnering with Harvest Hope Food Bank, Lowcountry Food Bank, Second Harvest Food Bank of Metrolina, Golden Harvest Food Bank and Feeding…
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Experience Columbia launches new website for locals, stakeholders
May 11, 2022
Experience Columbia SC launched its new industry website today – columbiasctourism.com – showcasing how the organization promotes the Columbia region as a tourist destination. The website expounds upon the sister…
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Home Works welcomes Roy Kramer to team
May 11, 2022
Home Works announces the addition of Roy Kramer to its ministry team headquartered in Columbia. Roy will serve as a Project Manager for home repair efforts around the Midlands region,…
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Wallace Lightsey ranked as the number one attorney in South Carolina by Super Lawyers
May 11, 2022
Super Lawyers, a publication recognizing outstanding lawyers, has ranked Wallace Lightsey as the number one attorney in South Carolina. Lightsey’s recognition as the leading attorney in the state follows the…
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Colliers Report: Charleston’s new deliveries are keeping pace with absorption
May 11, 2022
Commercial Real Estate Research & Forecast Report Q1 2022 Charleston Multifamily Market Highlights Charleston multifamily deliveries are keeping pace with demand resulting in a steady occupancy rate of approximately 93%…
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Brewlab Charleston hosts SEALKIDS for Support a Military Child
May 10, 2022
Brewlab Charleston hosts its 2nd Annual SEALKIDS Fundraiser, for Support a Military Child Month. Brewlab Charleston (Charleston), Sunday, May 15th, 2022, 1-4 pm. Brewlab Charleston is a proud supporter of SEALKIDS,…
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SC Bar’s Young Lawyer Division partners with local organizations across South Carolina to raise money for regional food banks
May 10, 2022
The South Carolina Bar’s Young Lawyers Division (YLD) is partnering with Harvest Hope Food Bank, Lowcountry Food Bank, Second Harvest Food Bank of Metrolina, Golden Harvest Food Bank and Feeding the Carolinas…
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Plan Charleston: Charting the Course for the Next Twenty Years
May 10, 2022
Advocacy Forum on May 19, Free and Open to the Public What does the future of Charleston look like? When you think about the past twenty years, how much has…
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MUSC Health, Palmetto Infusion affiliate to increase access for home infusion patients across South Carolina
May 10, 2022
The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) today announced that S.C.-based infusion service provider Palmetto Infusion will be included in its preferred provider network to increase access to quality care…
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SCRA announces new members and grant funding
May 10, 2022
Fire Gator was accepted as a South Carolina Research Authority (SCRA) Member Company. Bird Dog Deals, Humimic Medical, and Integrated Micro-Chromatography Systems received new grant funding. All SCRA Member Companies…
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SC Ports handles record containers, makes progress on fluidity
May 10, 2022
South Carolina Ports continues to handle record cargo volumes while making significant progress with terminal and berth fluidity amid ongoing supply chain challenges. SC Ports had its highest April ever…
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The Cassina Group ranked in the top 1000 brokerages in the nation
May 9, 2022
Real estate company The Cassina Group has been ranked in the top 1000 brokerages in the United States. The company received the honor from T3 Sixty as part of its…
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Ameris Bank contributes $250,000 of support to South Carolina business innovation
May 9, 2022
Ameris Bank announces a $250,000 contribution to the South Carolina Research Authority’s (SCRA) Industry Partnership Fund (IPF) to help promote innovation throughout the state. The contribution is tied for the…
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SCBIO and Midlands Technical College debut new biopharma certificate program to develop talent for life sciences
May 9, 2022
In recognition of the importance of adding talented workers for the booming life sciences industry in South Carolina, Midlands Technical College is the first in the state to launch the…
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CREC Real Estate and Rincon Capital Partners acquire Planters Trace Apartments
May 9, 2022
Upgrades Planned for Charleston-Area Multifamily Rental Community CREC Real Estate, LLC (“CREC”) and Rincon Capital Partners (“Rincon”) today announced they have jointly acquired Planters Trace Apartments (“Planters Trace”), a 96-unit,…
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Monmouth Rubber & Plastics Corp. establishing operations in Barnwell County
May 9, 2022
$5.6 million investment to create 65 new jobs Monmouth Rubber & Plastics Corp., a family-owned rubber and plastic foam company, today announced plans to establish operations in Barnwell County. The…
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Flock and Rally earns five marketing and communications industry awards
May 9, 2022
Flock and Rally, the women-owned integrated communications and marketing agency based in Columbia, South Carolina, recently earned a Mercury Award and two Silver Wing Awards from the S.C. Public Relations…
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