CofC hosts inaugural convening of the Mroz Institute
March 16, 2022Rose Gottemoeller, former deputy secretary of NATO and expert on Russian relations, to deliver keynote address on March 22. Last year, Max Kovalov, the Bennett Director of the John Edwin Mroz Global…
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Charleston Metro Chamber announces launch of Civic Leaders Academy
March 16, 2022
The Charleston Metro Chamber has announced the launch of their Civic Leaders Academy. In partnership with Charleston Trident Association of Realtors and Charleston Home Builders Association, this advanced and informative…
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Applications open for Public Safety Student Leadership and Intern Program
March 16, 2022Charleston County School District (CCSD) is partnering with Charleston County’s Public Safety Directorate to offer a Department of Public Safety Student Leadership and Intern Program. High school juniors can apply…
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Charleston Digital Corridor launches podcast series
March 16, 2022
The Charleston Digital Corridor (CDC) is pleased to announce the launch of the CDC Tech Life Podcast. This podcast series will highlight entrepreneurs who are driving Charleston’s tech community forward,…
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Fish travel from Santee River to Lake Marion for the first time in 80 years
March 16, 2022
Electric Power Research Institute, Santee Cooper and Whooshh Innovations conduct field study of fish passage portal. For more than 80 years, the Santee Spillway has helped control water flow between…
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Greystar and Project Destined partner to support diversity in real estate with launch of virtual internship program at South Carolina State University
March 16, 2022
Greystar Real Estate Partners LLC (“Greystar”), a global leader in the investment, development, and management of high-quality rental housing properties, has partnered with Project Destined, a social impact education and…
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Governor Henry McMaster files for re-election
March 16, 2022
Governor Henry McMaster and Lt. Governor Pamela Evette today filed for re-election at the South Carolina Election Commission. During a press conference earlier in the day at the South Carolina…
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State Grand Jury indicts Cory Howerton Fleming, Richard Alexander Murdaugh
March 16, 2022
State Grand Jury Indicts Cory Howerton Fleming for Money Laundering, Computer Crimes, Criminal Conspiracy, False Statement or Misrepresentation in Connection with an Insurance Transaction, and Breach of Trust; Richard Alexander…
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CurTec establishing first U.S. manufacturing operations in Oconee County
March 16, 2022
$13 million investment to create 32 new jobs CurTec, a manufacturer of sustainable, high-performance packaging, today announced plans to establish operations in Oconee County. The company’s $13 million investment will…
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Goodwyn Mills Cawood adds architecture and aviation leaders in Charleston
March 16, 2022
Goodwyn Mills Cawood (GMC) is pleased to announce the addition of industry leaders Gable Stubbs, AIA, and Jack Mayfield, PE, in Charleston, South Carolina. A Carolina native, Stubbs will serve…
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Charleston Heritage Federation announces new events and activities for Spring 2022
March 16, 2022Charleston’s historic sites, museums and cultural organizations that make up the Charleston Heritage Federation (CHF) are pleased to announce a number of exciting activities and events for spring that bring…
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The Best Drink Of Water
March 16, 2022
By Tom Poland Seems to me, as the old folks would say, an aluminum dipper delivered the best drink of water. You’d sink that dipper into a wooden bucket. And…
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Graham war crimes resolution unanimously passes Senate
March 15, 2022
U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham’s (R-South Carolina) Senate resolution calling for Vladimir Putin and members of his regime to be held accountable for the numerous acts of war crimes, aggression, and…
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Graham backs bill to seize Russian oligarchs’ assets
March 15, 2022
U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) will support a new bipartisan bill, Asset Seizure for Ukraine Reconstruction Act to enable the seizure and sale of Russian oligarchs’ assets. Proceeds from the sale…
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World’s Best Cat Litter to “Give a Crap” for homeless animals
March 15, 2022
Social Media Campaign benefits Charleston Animal Society’s Celebrity Paws in the Park Presented by Crews Subaru Charleston Animal Society announced today a unique social media partnership with World’s Best Cat…
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NAI Charleston wins NAI Global President’s Award
March 15, 2022
NAI Charleston received the 2020 NAI Global President’s Award for the Secondary Market for the manner in which the office promotes the brand, drives business, engages with fellow professionals and…
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Families may qualify for SC tax credits and deductions – learn how
March 15, 2022
Last year, more than 1 million returns claimed state tax breaks available for South Carolina families, according to the South Carolina Department of Revenue (SCDOR). With the state tax filing…
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Ashley Jackrel, CCIM advances to Vice President
March 15, 2022
Avison Young’s Charleston office is pleased to announce Ashley Jackrel, CCIM’s promotion to Vice President. Ms. Jackrel focuses on office, leasing and investments. “It is a pleasure to recognize Ashley…
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Jarrard, Nowell & Russell continues to grow by hiring, Robert Weiss, Kristina Price, and Tiffany Clark
March 15, 2022
Jarrard, Nowell & Russell, LLC (JNR), a Charleston-based accounting and business advisory firm, has added the following professionals to their firm: Robert Weiss, Staff Accountant; Kristina Price, Senior Staff Accountant;…
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Fetter Health Care Network expands school-based health care services to R.B. Stall High School
March 15, 2022Fetter Health Care Network (Fetter) has expanded its school-based health care services to the students of R.B. Stall High School in North Charleston, SC. Fetter, a Lowcountry-based Federally Qualified Health…
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Jay Lucas not seeking reelection
March 15, 2022
S.C. House Speaker Jay Lucas announced today that he will not seek reelection. Governor Henry McMaster issued the following statement: “Speaker Jay Lucas has served the people of South Carolina…
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Governor Henry McMaster signs proclamation designating March 16 ‘SBDC Day’
March 15, 2022
In honor of the South Carolina Small Business Development Centers (SC SBDC), an organization that for over forty-three years has helped small businesses across the Palmetto State grow and thrive,…
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Multiple Project Architects Needed
March 14, 2022
Studio 2LR, an award-winning design firm, seeks two multi-tasking, problem solving, creative architectural project managers with at least one position requiring specific medical design experience. Take a look at the…
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Wando’s Millie Rice honored as 2022 SC Scholastic Journalist of the Year
March 14, 2022
Wando High School is proud to announce Millie Rice, coeditor in chief of Legend, the school’s award-winning yearbook, was recently named the 2022 South Carolina Scholastic Journalist of the Year…
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Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics Foundation receives grant from Duke Energy
March 14, 2022
The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics (GSSM) Foundation received a $10,000 grant from Duke Energy on Friday, March 11. Mindy Taylor, District Manager, Government and Community Relations…
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Leighton Lord reelected to new three-year term as Nexsen Pruet Board Chairman
March 14, 2022
Nexsen Pruet announced that the Firm’s attorneys reelected Leighton Lord to a new three-year term as Chairman of the Board. Lord has now served as Board Chairman for nearly 11…
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Marketing Minute Video: Branding
March 14, 2022
Marketing Minute with Philicia Thompson, NP Strategy In today’s online world, it’s essential to set yourself apart. This week’s video discusses the importance of developing a strong and consistent personal…
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Coldwell Banker Realty in the Carolinas wins Top 25 award from Realogy Leads Group
March 13, 2022
Top 25 Ranking Earned in Charlotte, N.C., Aiken, Columbia and Charleston, S.C. Regions Coldwell Banker Realty in the Carolinas has been named a Top 25 Broker by Realogy Leads Group in recognition…
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Scholarship encourages CofC students to ‘Do Science’ in memory of former dean
March 13, 2022
To honor the impact of Mike Auerbach, former dean of the School of Sciences and Mathematics (SSM), more than 60 donors contributed to establish the Dr. Michael J. Auerbach “Do Science”…
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City of Charleston Office of Cultural Affairs announces Creek by Creek
March 13, 2022
The city of Charleston Office of Cultural Affairs presents its newest exhibition, Creek by Creek, which will be on view March 18 through May 8, 2022 at the City Gallery, located…
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East Cooper CAS students earn special opportunity with NASA
March 13, 2022
Students from East Cooper Center for Advanced Studies are in the process of sending a school project to space. They recently learned their entry in the inaugural NASA (National Aeronautics…
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College of Charleston named a top producer of Fulbright Scholars
March 13, 2022
The College of Charleston has been named a top producer of Fulbright Scholars among master’s-level colleges and universities in the United States. Two faculty members from the College of Charleston were awarded…
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Stiles Point interim principal to serve permanently
March 13, 2022
Charleston County School District (CCSD) is excited to announce Shannon McAlister as principal at Stiles Point Elementary School. McAlister joined CCSD in 2014 and served as Stiles Point’s assistant principal…
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Midland Park interim principal to serve permanently
March 13, 2022
Charleston County School District (CCSD) is proud to announce Ian James as the permanent principal at Midland Park Primary School. James served as the assistant principal at Pinehurst Elementary School…
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12 consecutive months of record volumes at SC Ports
March 11, 2022
March 10, 2022 – South Carolina Ports had a record February for containers handled at the Port of Charleston. SC Ports handled 230,420 twenty-foot equivalent container units (TEUs) at Wando…
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City of Charleston to host Small Business Opportunity Expo at Gaillard Center
March 11, 2022
The city of Charleston’s Business Services Division will host the 2022 Small Business Opportunity Expo on Thursday, March 24 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Gaillard Center, located…
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Introducing the South Carolina Corps of Cadets leadership for 2022-23
March 11, 2022
Commandant of Cadets announces new leadership for upcoming academic year After a series of rank board engagements, performance reviews and interviews, the newest cadet leaders for The South Carolina Corps…
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Credit One Charleston Open announces 2022 player field
March 11, 2022
Top WTA talent to compete in Charleston, including seven Grand Slam champions, five top 10 players and four former Charleston Open champions The Credit One Charleston Open, the largest women’s-only…
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DHEC will begin reporting COVID-19 data weekly on March 15, closing more testing sites
March 11, 2022
Beginning March 15, the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) will transition to reporting COVID-19 data once a week on Tuesdays. Data will include COVID-19 cases, hospitalizations,…
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South Carolina projects in FY 2022 spending legislation
March 11, 2022
U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) today announced that multiple projects across South Carolina would receive funding from the Fiscal Year 2022 spending bill that the United States Senate will…
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S.C. Treasurer’s Office facilitates bond issuances for Coastal Carolina and University of South Carolina
March 11, 2022
State Treasurer Curtis Loftis announced that his office recently facilitated transactions for Coastal Carolina University and the University of South Carolina issuing $129,445,000 (par) in Higher Education Refunding Revenue Bonds…
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Pattison’s Academy to host annual ride-a-thon fundraising event on March 26
March 11, 2022
Pattison’s Academy, an education and rehabilitation academy supporting Lowcountry children with disabilities and their families, will be hosting its annual Keeping the PACE (KTP) fundraising event on March 26, 2022,…
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Read The Fine Print
March 10, 2022
By Tom Poland Note: For Non-Offended Eyes Only Some say we are what we eat and that what we eat these days is killing us. Down in Australia, some…
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Dee Norton Child Advocacy Center offers strategies for communicating with children about ongoing international crisis
March 10, 2022
Dee Norton Child Advocacy Center, the region’s leading resource to prevent abuse, protect children and heal families, is offering suggestions for communicating with children about current international events. Many children…
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Smokefree SC Board of Directors announces call for nominations
March 10, 2022
Smokefree SC, a statewide nonprofit that works to protect the health of all South Carolinians, is seeking experienced nonprofit leaders for several open seats on their Board of Directors for…
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Student teachers to receive signing bonus, additional incentives from CCSD
March 10, 2022
Charleston County School District (CCSD) is releasing a plan to attract new teachers that could total approximately $2,500 for each candidate. If a student-teacher (who is completing their final year…
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CPI for all items rises 0.8% in February; gasoline, shelter, food indexes rise
March 10, 2022
The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) increased 0.8 percent in February on a seasonally adjusted basis after rising 0.6 percent in January, the U.S. Bureau of Labor…
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Iga Swiatek, Karolina Pliskova and Petra Kvitova enter 2022 Credit One Charleston Open player field
March 9, 2022
Strong Charleston field for April tournament includes five top 10 players & five Grand Slam Champions The Credit One Charleston Open, the largest women’s-only tennis tournament in North America, has…
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South Carolina tax tips for college students
March 9, 2022
With new Name, Image, and Likeness legislation taking effect this tax year, the South Carolina Department of Revenue (SCDOR) knows that many collegiate student-athletes are filing an Individual Income Tax…
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K&L Gates’ Charleston office welcomes new hires
March 9, 2022
K&L Gates’ Charleston office welcomed the following new attorney hires to the firm. Mr. John Bozeman joins the Charleston office as an associate in the firm’s Real Estate practice group.…
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