2nd Sunday on King Street returning September 12
September 7, 2021
2nd Sunday on King Street will return to its every-month schedule beginning Sunday, September 12th after an 18-month hiatus due to Covid-19 protocols, announced Susan Lucas, President of the Charleston…
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Meeting Street Scholarship Fund paves the way for new model of scholarships
September 7, 2021
The Meeting Street Scholarship Fund is working to end the wealth gap in college tuition. Ben Navarro, founder of Meeting Street Schools, pioneered the concept of a public-private partnership between…
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Fetter Health Care Network to host mobile COVID-19 testing and vaccine clinics throughout Lowcountry
September 7, 2021
Fetter Health Care Network (Fetter), a Federally Qualified Health Center, will be operating community COVID-19 test and vaccination clinics throughout the month of September. The mobile team will rotate throughout…
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SC Chamber names 2021 Legislators of the Year
September 7, 2021House Speaker Jay Lucas and Senate LCI Chairman Thomas Alexander To Receive Inaugural Awards The South Carolina Chamber of Commerce (SC Chamber) announced…
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Hobcaw Barony promotes new Directors
September 7, 2021New Director of Education and Director of Conservation Roles Announced Hobcaw Barony announces the promotion of Zeb Quattlebaum to director of conservation and Richard Camlin to director of education, effective…
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Charleston Commercial handles sale of 438 King St. to Miami restaurant
September 7, 2021Charleston Commercial, a key player in the local commercial real estate market, has brokered several deals on King Street this summer, including the sale of 438 King St. to a…
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Gov. Henry McMaster announces plan to accelerate I-26 widening project
September 7, 2021
Governor Henry McMaster was joined by S.C. Department of Transportation (SCDOT) Secretary Christy Hall and business leaders from around the state to announce a proposal which would accelerate existing plans…
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Motley Rice commends declassification of investigatory documents on the role of Saudi Arabia in September 11 attacks
September 7, 2021
Only days ahead of the 20th memorial of September 11, President Biden took a step toward transparency and accountability unprecedented in the two decades and three preceding administrations since 9/11,…
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SCRA announces new Member Companies and grant funding
September 7, 2021
Advent Innovations, LLC and DPX Technologies, LLC have been accepted as South Carolina Research Authority (SCRA) Member Companies and awarded grant funding. Parimer Scientific, LLC and Prewrite, Inc. have been…
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LS3P welcomes Olivia Frick
September 5, 2021
LS3P welcomed Olivia Frick, who joins the firm’s Business Development team and will serve the Greater Savannah/northern Florida area. Frick’s previous professional experience is in media and marketing, project management,…
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Citadel engineering cadets and students designing airfield improvements for emerging electric aircraft
September 5, 2021
By faculty members in The Citadel’s Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering For The Citadel’s 2021-22 academic year, Civil Engineering and Construction Engineering senior cadets and students will work collaboratively…
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Brookgreen Gardens awarded grant to improve member services
September 2, 2021
Brookgreen Gardens has been awarded an $8,000 grant from South Carolina Humanities that will fund a new digital membership process. The South Carolina Humanities Growth Grant is provided by the…
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Charleston Metro Chamber recognizes 10 members on the Inc. 5000 List
September 2, 2021
The Charleston Metro Chamber is proud to recognize ten Chamber members who have been recognized by Inc. magazine as part of their annual Inc. 5000 list, the most prestigious ranking of the nation’s fastest growing private…
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College of Charleston Simons Center set for multimillion-dollar renovation
September 2, 2021The Albert Simons Center for the Arts, located on St. Philip Street in the heart of the College of Charleston campus, will be closed for the next two years…
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Six CCSD schools will be learning virtually for two weeks
September 2, 2021
Three Charleston County School District (CCSD) schools are temporarily shifting to all-virtual learning on Thursday, September 2, 2021, due to a rising number of reported positive COVID-19 cases. Ashley River…
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Midlands executive to lead NSF-funded Engineering Research Visioning Alliance
September 2, 2021
The Engineering Research Visioning Alliance (ERVA) has named a veteran of STEM research and innovation to lead the organization as its inaugural full-time executive director. Jennifer Carinci, Ed.D., PMP, will…
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Mira International Foods, Inc. establishing operations in Beaufort County
September 2, 2021
More than $2 million investment will create 28 new jobs Mira International Foods, Inc. (Mira), a food crafting and distributing company, today announced plans to establish operations in Beaufort County. The…
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First Reliance Bank hires Human Resources Manager
September 2, 2021
First Reliance Bank has hired Seth DuRoss, a tenured human resources professional, to assist the rapidly expanding community bank. DuRoss will help with recruiting and retaining premier talent for the…
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The Best Lawyers in America recognizes 40 Womble Bond Dickinson Lawyers in South Carolina
September 1, 2021
Thirty-six attorneys in Womble Bond Dickinson’s Charleston, Columbia and Greenville offices have been named to the 28th Edition of The Best Lawyers in America®. This includes five attorneys receiving “Lawyer…
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Celebrate Charleston Restaurant Week at 5Church and Tempest
September 1, 2021
Charleston Restaurant Week is fast approaching and two restaurants from the 5th Street Group, 5Church Charleston and Tempest, are ready to celebrate with special menus running from September 9-19. •…
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Leaders gather to discuss events targeting disastrous flooding in S.C.
September 1, 2021By W. Thomas Smith Jr. An organizationally diverse gathering of state leaders led by S.C. Floodwater Commission Tom Mullikin held a solutions-seeking, event-planning, flood-mitigation session at the Palmetto Club in…
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Lowcountry Food Bank’s Walk to Fight Hunger aims to raise funds to help food insecure Lowcountry neighbors
September 1, 2021
The Lowcountry Food Bank is holding a “hybrid” walk event that aims to bring awareness to hunger issues in coastal South Carolina and raise funds for Lowcountry Food Bank programs,…
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Nearly $300,000 in grant funding now available for projects aimed at reducing diesel engine emissions
September 1, 2021
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) announced that grant funding is available for the replacement or upgrade of older diesel engines in an effort to help…
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New psychedelic therapy clinic opens in Charleston
August 31, 2021
The state of mental health in the Unites States appears in crisis. Rates of depression and anxiety have steadily increased over the last decade, only to be accelerated by the…
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Benefitfocus appoints Ana Perez, Chief Marketing Officer
August 31, 2021
Benefitfocus, Inc. (NASDAQ: BNFT), an industry-leading benefits technology platform that simplifies benefits administration for employers, health plans and brokers, announces the appointment of Ana Perez as Chief Marketing Officer (CMO). Perez is a key addition…
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Immunotherapy developed at Hollings offered in national LUNG-MAP trial
August 31, 2021
By Caroline Wallace A bench-to-bedside-pioneered lung cancer immunotherapy developed at MUSC Hollings Cancer Center is to be included in one of the largest lung cancer clinical trials being offered by the National…
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Gift is an investment in financial experiential learning
August 31, 2021
The School of Business Investment Program at the College of Charleston began in 2013 with a cohort of 20 students managing a public asset portfolio of $50,000. Today, around 140 students have…
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West Ashley’s AJ Barnes named CCSD 2021 Teacher of the Year
August 31, 2021Adam “AJ” Barnes is Charleston County School District’s 2021 Teacher of the Year. Barnes teaches AP European History, US History, and coaches baseball at West Ashley High School (WAHS). This…
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Berkeley County, Santee Cooper to hold Mega Boat Landing groundbreaking
August 31, 2021
Berkeley County, in partnership with Santee Cooper, will hold a groundbreaking ceremony for the Mega Boat Landing project on Thursday, September 2, at 10 a.m. at 933 Broughton Road in Moncks Corner.…
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Palmetto Trail welcomes new Palmetto Conservation Corps Program Director
August 31, 2021Catie Hutchison likes to hike and travel. Her new role as the Program Director for the Palmetto Conservation Corps will have her traveling throughout the state as she supervises work…
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SC tax credits available for education-related expenses
August 31, 2021
The South Carolina Department of Revenue (SCDOR) reminds teachers and parents that Income Tax credits are available for certain education related expenses. Information for teachers: Classroom Teachers Expenses Credit: Classroom teachers…
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Connect America establishing operations in Greenville County, S.C.
August 31, 2021
The Greenville Area Development Corporation (GADC), charged with promoting and enhancing quality of life in Greenville County by facilitating job growth and investment, has announced that Connect America, a nationally…
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Aligning Your Values with Your Investments
August 30, 2021
by Bailey O. Davis There are so many ways to help people, organizations, and causes that are special to you. You may donate your time by volunteering in your community.…
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Flock and Rally earns three IABC/SC Palmetto Awards of Excellence
August 30, 2021
Integrated marketing agency earns three awards for media relations, marketing, advertising and brand communication Flock and Rally, a women-owned integrated communications and marketing agency headquartered in Columbia, S.C., was honored…
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Colliers Report: Service-focused shops succeed
August 30, 2021
Commercial Real Estate Research & Forecast Report Q2 2021 Charleston Retail Market Highlights During the second quarter of 2021, most retail activity was concentrated in service-oriented establishments like day spas, waxing…
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Marketing Minute: Stakeholder Engagement
August 30, 2021
Marketing Minute with Seth Palmer, NP Strategy Stakeholders are everyone from industry partners, government leaders, education leaders, and community members. They have the potential to be your greatest champions or key…
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Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd’s Sterling Moose selected for Leadership Charleston’s Class of 2022
August 30, 2021
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd announced that Sterling Moose has been selected to participate in the Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce Leadership Charleston Class of 2022. Leadership Charleston identifies emerging leaders and…
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Charleston-based FishBait Solutions marries country music, SEC football
August 26, 2021
When Luke Combs’ new single, South On Ya (https://lc.lnk.to/SOY), debuted as the SEC Network’s college football season anthem earlier this summer, it generated plenty of excitement for college football fans,…
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Dominion Energy contributes $200,000 to South Carolina innovation
August 26, 2021
Dominion Energy, a leading energy provider, has contributed $200,000 to South Carolina Research Authority (SCRA’s) Industry Partnership Fund (IPF). The IPF funds SCRA’s programs, including grants to eligible SCRA Member Companies and to…
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College of Charleston Class of 2025 Freshman Profile
August 26, 2021
The start of a new academic year at the College of Charleston brings with it the next generation of students to join the Cougars’ ranks. And the members of the…
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College of Charleston Athletic Fund has record breaking year
August 26, 2021For the third time since 2018, the College of Charleston Athletic Fund (CAF) had a record-breaking fundraising year, raising more than $2.6 million for the Department of Athletics. CAF’s annual fund, the Cougar Club,…
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CSU welcomes more than 900 new students this fall, increase in residents
August 26, 2021
Charleston Southern University welcomes its largest incoming freshman class since 2016 today, making it one of the largest in the university’s history. CSU’s total enrollment remains steady at more than…
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Husband and wife launch The Balanced Bra Company
August 26, 2021
Christopher and Heather St. John, Myrtle Beach locals, announced the launch of The Balanced Bra Company (The Balanced Bra Co.), an intimate fashion line created out of the need for…
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Charleston Metro Chamber announces Leadership Charleston Class of 2021
August 26, 2021
The Charleston Metro Chamber is excited to announce the participants of the Leadership Charleston Class of 2022. For over 45 years, the Chamber has offered this highly sought-after professional development opportunity. Through community immersion…
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COVID-19 vaccinations to be required for all East Cooper Medical Center staff
August 26, 2021
After thoughtful deliberation, East Cooper Medical Center will begin requiring all employees and others working in the facility to be vaccinated for COVID-19. This policy will require that all workers, including employees,…
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Dominion Energy South Carolina expands Small Business Energy Solutions Program
August 25, 2021
Program incentives now include HVAC system improvements Dominion Energy South Carolina small business and nonprofit customers are now eligible for thousands of dollars in incentives when making energy efficiency improvements…
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The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics welcomes 157 new residential juniors
August 25, 2021
The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics (GSSM) welcomed 157 residential juniors from across the state of South Carolina. Throughout the middle of August, students moved onto campus…
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Beaufort Regional Chamber to honor region’s finest at annual Civitas Awards
August 25, 2021
Award Nominations now open | Awards Reception to be held October 14 The Beaufort Regional Chamber of Commerce is now requesting nominations for the annual Civitas Awards for Business Excellence,…
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Congressman Clyburn announces nearly $1 million in federal grants for fire departments in the Sixth District
August 25, 2021
Today, Congressman James E. Clyburn announced that seven fire departments in the Sixth District will receive nearly $1 million in federal grants though the Department of Homeland Security’s Assistance to…
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College of Charleston Riley Center helps make communities more livable
August 24, 2021It’s not often you get to see an institution’s namesake speak at a conference hosted by the very organization that bears his name, but such was the case recently when…
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