Ogletree Deakins’ Gray Geddie Named a BTI Client Service All-Star
February 11, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C. (Ogletree Deakins), one of the largest labor and employment law firms representing management, is pleased to announce that Gray Geddie,…
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Greenville Technical College to Host FAFSA Fridays for Financial Aid Awareness Month
February 11, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – February is Financial Aid Awareness Month and the Financial Aid Office at Greenville Technical College (GTC) will host free FAFSA workshops called FAFSA Fridays. Financial aid officers…
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Ogletree Deakins’ Ted Speth Named a BTI Client Service All-Star
February 11, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C. (Ogletree Deakins), one of the largest labor and employment law firms representing management, is pleased to announce that Ted Speth has…
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New Leadership at Legal Marketing Association in Columbia
February 11, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – The Legal Marketing Association’s (LMA) Southeastern Chapter has announced a new leadership team for its Columbia City Group in 2015. The Chair of the Columbia City…
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Legal Marketing Veteran Announces LinkedIn Marketing Seminars for Attorneys
February 10, 2015
CLINTON, SC – Stewart Marketing & Consulting has announced its initial schedule of social media seminars focused on “Using LinkedIn as a Professional and Organizational Tool.” Led by industry marketing veteran…
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South Carolina Agriculture and Forestry Industries Have $41.7 Billion Economic Impact
February 10, 2015
Governor Haley/Commissioner Weathers cite 23% growth since 2006; Industries account for more than 212,000 jobs COLUMBIA, SC – South Carolina agriculture and forestry have grown 23 percent since 2006 to have an…
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Allendale County Schools Awarded EPA Rebates to Replace Aging School Buses
February 10, 2015ATLANTA, SC – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced Allendale County Schools via the South Carolina Department of Education has been awarded a portion of more than $3 million…
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McNair Welcomes Back Brad Wright
February 10, 2015COLUMBIA, SC –McNair Law Firm announced the addition of special counsel Bradley S. Wright to the firm’s Columbia office. Brad will focus his practice on regulatory, governmental and transactional matters.…
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Blackbaud, Inc. Announces 2014 Fourth Quarter and Full Year Results
February 10, 2015CHARLESTON, SC – Blackbaud, Inc. (Nasdaq:BLKB), a leading global provider of software and services for the nonprofit, charitable giving and education communities, today announced financial results for its fourth quarter…
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CresCom Bank Launches New Mobile Banking App
February 10, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – Tired of calling the bank or making a special trip to transfer money into your checking account? Is hanging on to all of those deposit slips keeping…
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Green Cloud Technologies Announces Strategic Partnership with X4 Solutions
February 10, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Green Cloud Technologies, a channel-only Cloud technology solutions provider headquartered in Greenville, SC, has partnered with X4 Solutions, one of the nation’s largest master agents and network…
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Upstate Public School Leaders to Meet Thursday
February 10, 2015UPSTATE, SC – More than 80 school board members and district superintendents from across the Upstate region are expected to participate in the first-ever Upstate School Boards & Superintendents Meeting,…
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Upstate Transit Coalition Names 2015 Board, Elects Officers
February 10, 2015GREENVILLE, SC – Tripp Muldrow, principal at Arnett Muldrow & Associates, has been elected 2015 Chair of the Upstate Transit Coalition (UTC), an organization that educates and advocates for strong…
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At $41.7 billion, agribusiness remains SC’s No. 1 industry
February 10, 2015COLUMBIA, SC — The largest industry in South Carolina has cast aside the withering effects of the Great Recession and continued to flourish at an impressive rate, according to a…
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YMCA of Columbia Launches 2015 Annual Campaign to Support Community Needs
February 10, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – The YMCA of Columbia has launched its annual campaign to ensure that everyone in the Midlands has access to vital community programs and resources that support youth development,…
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Koyo Corporation in Blythewood Raises over $20,000 for United Way to Improve the Quality of Life in the Midlands
February 10, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – Koyo Corporation has raised $20,683 for United Way of the Midlands to support their work in education, financial stability and health. “Koyo is committed to being a great…
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One Columbia and University of South Carolina Calls for Artists
February 10, 2015Proposals Accepted through March 13, 2015 COLUMBIA SC – One Columbia for Arts and History, the University of South Carolina and the City of Columbia are proud to announce…
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Greenville Area Parkinson Society Announces Board President
February 10, 2015GREENVILLE, SC – The Greenville Area Parkinson Society (GAPS), a Greenville based nonprofit organization, announces that Derek Stapleton has accepted the role of Board President for the 2015-2016 term. For…
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Habitat for Humanity receives South Carolina Nonprofit Excellence Award
February 10, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Habitat for Humanity of Greenville County received the 2015 Nonprofit Excellence Award, given annually by the SC Association of Nonprofit Organizations (SCANPO). The Nonprofit Excellence Award recognizes…
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Rotary Club of Greenville honors three law enforcement officials
February 10, 2015GREENVILLE, SC – The Rotary Club of Greenville honored three law enforcement officers for exceptional service today. The Rotary Club of Greenville held its annual Law Enforcement Appreciation Day at…
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PB Inspector App Provides Convenience for on Location Inspections
February 10, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – PropertyBoss Solutions, a provider of comprehensive property management software solutions, announces the release of their PB Inspector mobile application designed for on-site inspections. The capability-rich, easy to…
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Sowell Gray member Betsy Gray honored with TWIN award
February 10, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – Betsy Gray was awarded the Palmetto Center for Women’s (PCW) Tribute to Women and Industry (TWIN) award at a luncheon held Thursday, February 5th. The TWIN awards…
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Boardman and Gibson form New Company
February 10, 2015
AUGUSTA, GA – Clay Boardman and John Gibson announced that they have formed The Vireo Group to provide commercial retail leasing, management and development services. Prior to forming the Vireo…
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Patrick Bryant Joins the Bidr Team
February 10, 2015CHARLESTON, SC – Bidr, a startup based in Charleston, South Carolina that provides ticketing and silent auction software for events, announced that Patrick Bryant has joined the company full-time as an…
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Duke Energy proposes innovative solar programs for South Carolina
February 10, 2015Programs include: rebates for rooftop installations, community and large-scale solar facilities GREENVILLE, SC – Duke Energy today proposed several solar power programs to the Public Service Commission of South…
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PB Inspector App Provides Convenience for on Location Inspections
February 10, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – PropertyBoss Solutions, a provider of comprehensive property management software solutions, announces the release of their PB Inspector mobile application designed for on-site inspections. The capability-rich, easy to…
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Rotary Club of Greenville honors three law enforcement officials
February 10, 2015GREENVILLE, SC – The Rotary Club of Greenville honored three law enforcement officers for exceptional service today. The Rotary Club of Greenville held its annual Law Enforcement Appreciation Day at…
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Sowell Gray member Betsy Gray honored with TWIN award
February 10, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – Betsy Gray was awarded the Palmetto Center for Women’s (PCW) Tribute to Women and Industry (TWIN) award at a luncheon held Thursday, February 5th. The TWIN awards…
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Habitat for Humanity receives South Carolina Nonprofit Excellence Award
February 10, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Habitat for Humanity of Greenville County received the 2015 Nonprofit Excellence Award, given annually by the SC Association of Nonprofit Organizations (SCANPO). The Nonprofit Excellence Award recognizes…
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GSSM Robotics Team Wins South Carolina FTC FIRST Tech Challenge State Competition
February 9, 2015COLUMBIA, SC, February 6, 2015 – The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics’ (GSSM) robotics team 772, Caveman with Rock, has been selected to represent South Carolina in the…
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Charleston Young Professionals Take Action in 2015
February 9, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – Charleston Young Professionals, a division of the Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce, released their 2015 Visioning Plan outlining the top advocacy issues that CYP’s will tackle throughout the year. The…
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Charleston Radio Stations, WEZL and Y102.5, Raise $192,000 to Benefit MUSC Children’s Hospital
February 9, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – MUSC Children’s Hospital, one of the top children’s hospitals in the country, partnered with two Lowcountry radio stations, 103.5 WEZL and Y102.5, for the seventh annual “Cares for Kids” Radiothon, sponsored…
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More than 150 Sea Turtles Released as South Carolina Aquarium Celebrates 15th Anniversary
February 9, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – It has been a busy 15 years for the South Carolina Aquarium Sea Turtle Rescue Program; tomorrow marks the 151st sea turtle to be released by the Aquarium’s cornerstone conservation…
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Florida Coastal law students win national moot court competition: Runners up in 22-team competition also from Florida Coastal
February 9, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – A two-person team from the Florida Coastal School of Law on Saturday won the eighth annual Charleston School of Law National Moot Court Competition. Another two-member team from Florida…
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Richland and Lexington County Road Construction Information for Week Beginning
February 9, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – Expect delays and nighttime lane closures for exit ramp work on Interstate 20 at SC 215 Monticello Road (MM 68) in both directions. Completion is anticipated June 30,…
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Kyle Simpson selected by Business Black Box as a 2015 Business Black Box Award Winner
February 9, 2015GREENVILLE, SC – Kyle Simpson, network engineer for cloud solutions provider Green Cloud Technologies, was recently selected by Business Black Box as a winner for their 2015 Green Award. This is one of…
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White Knoll Elementary school nurse receives statewide honor
February 9, 2015LEXINGTON, SC – White Knoll Elementary School Nurse and 2014 Lexington One School Nurse of the Year Amy Wood was named the 2015 South Carolina School Nurse (RN) of the…
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Mayor Benjamin welcomes new Mayor’s Fellows to City Hall
February 9, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin has ten new students as fellows this semester in his Mayor’s Fellows program. The fellowship, which provides both undergraduate and masters-level students the opportunity…
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Leadership position expected to boost Clemson University’s profile in industrial engineering
February 9, 2015
CLEMSON, SC – Dr. Scott Mason will soon begin serving a three-year term in a leadership position at a top professional organization, helping boost Clemson University’s visibility among industrial engineers.…
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Rebekah Faulk Named New Director of Marketing & Public Relations for Trident Health
February 9, 2015
N. CHARLESTON – Rebekah Faulk has been named director of Marketing & Public Relations for Trident Health. In this role, Faulk will serve as an advocate and spokesperson aligning public relations efforts…
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Looby and Carroll Join Greer State Bank Mortgage
February 9, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Greer State Bank Mortgage welcomes Bill Looby as Vice President and Mortgage Loan Officer, and Ellie Carroll as Mortgage Loan Processor. With over 18 years in lending…
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Five Points Association to Host Month Long Blood Drive
February 9, 2015COLUMBIA, S.C. (February 9, 2015) – In honor of the Five Points’ Centennial, the Five Points Association has teamed up with the American Red Cross to host a month long blood…
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Clemson trustees approve athletic facility plans, campus electrical system replacement
February 9, 2015
CLEMSON – Clemson University trustees Friday approved the initial concept plan to replace and upgrade the main campus electrical distribution system. The project is estimated to cost $75 million, to…
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South Carolina Department of Revenue Reviewing Suspected Returns to Prevent Fraudulent Refunds
February 9, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – The South Carolina Department of Revenue (SCDOR) is reviewing a significant number of 2014 income tax returns flagged as being potentially fraudulent. The review is directly related…
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Partner Breon C. M. Walker Elected to the Board of Directors for the 701 Center for Contemporary Arts
February 9, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – Gallivan, White & Boyd, P.A. is pleased to announce Breon C. M. Walker has been elected to the Board of Directors for the 701 Center for Contemporary…
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Law Enforcement Leaders Throw Support Behind Felix for Sheriff
February 9, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – Ed Felix picked up endorsements from key law enforcement advocates in the race for Lexington County Sheriff. Doug Wright, Director of the National Criminal Enforcement Association (NCEA)…
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Councilwoman Corley Graduates from Elected Officials Institute of Government
February 9, 2015CAYCE, SC – The City of Cayce announced the graduation of Councilwoman Eva Corley from the Municipal Association of South Carolina’s (MASC) Elected Officials Institute of Government. The Institute is designed to give elected officials an overview…
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Gallivan, White & Boyd, P.A. Opens Charleston, South Carolina Office
February 9, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – Gallivan, White and Boyd, P.A. announced the opening of its new office in Charleston, South Carolina. Founded more than six decades ago, the firm now has offices in…
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Columbia Tennis Center to Offer After-school Tennis Program
February 9, 2015
The Columbia Tennis Center will host an after-school tennis program for children ages 7-14 beginning Tuesday, February 10 from 4-6 p.m. Participants will learn basic tennis skills in this 5-week…
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Collins & Lacy Welcomes Meghan Hazelwood Hall
February 9, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – Collins & Lacy, P.C. announced Meghan Hazelwood Hall has joined the firm’s Columbia office. Hall is an associate practicing in retail and hospitality law. Hall’s experience includes serving as a prosecutor for…
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