Lexington One Educational Foundation awards Fall 2022 Michelin Golden Apple Teacher Grants
September 22, 2022
The Lexington District One Educational Foundation recently awarded eight Michelin Golden Apple Teacher Grant Awards to deserving recipients in Lexington County School District One. Fall Grant awards totaled $2,000 and…
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CAMS names Rhodes and Bossert Senior VPs of Community Management
September 22, 2022
Community Association Management Services (CAMS), North and South Carolina’s premier community management company, has announced the promotions of Ben Rhodes, CMCA®, AMS® PCAM®, and Ronda Bossert, CMCA®, AMS® PCAM®, to…
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Studio 2LR, Inc. Architecture + Interiors earns a 2022 Aspire Design Merit Award
September 22, 2022
Studio 2LR, Inc., an architecture and interior design firm creating impact through transformative design, recently earned a 2022 Aspire Design Merit Award for Orangeburg County Library & Conference Center. The…
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The Law Office of Laura H. Huggins welcomes Jaclynn B. Goings to its team
September 22, 2022
The Law Office of Laura H. Huggins, LLC announces that Jaclynn B. Goings has joined the firm’s office located at 219 Columbia Avenue, Chapin, 29036. The firm assists clients with…
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The Cliffs announces hire of General Manager Nicholas Carlson, PGA
September 22, 2022
The Cliffs announced its newest General Manager, Nicholas “Nick” Carlson, who will head operations for The Cliffs at Glassy. Nick brings with him an abundance of experience in both the…
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Columbia Chamber honors David Pankau at Annual Gala
September 22, 2022
David Pankau, Chairman of the Board of Directors, BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina, named Columbia Chamber’s 2022 Ambassador of the Year. The Columbia Chamber will honor David Pankau at the Chamber’s…
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Phoenix Bass Fishing League Regional Championship set for Lake Murray
September 22, 2022The Phoenix Bass Fishing League Presented by T-H Marine’s Bulldog, Choo Choo, Gator and Piedmont divisions will finish out their 2022 season next month in Prosperity, South Carolina Oct. 6-8,…
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NAI Columbia facilitated the lease of two suites located within the Landmark Business Park
September 22, 2022
NAI Columbia Principal Jeff Hein, SIOR, successfully executed the lease of two office suites located in the Landmark Business Park to medical tenants. The first lease is 11,608 SF located…
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DDI Technology announces opening of corporate office expansion in Irmo, SC
September 22, 2022
DDI Technology,a leading electronic lien and title technology firm and a subsidiary of IAA, Inc. (NYSE: IAA), a leading global digital marketplace connecting vehicle buyers and sellers, announces the grand…
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Volvo set to invest further in South Carolina with $42 million agreement
September 22, 2022
Volvo Cars USA received initial approval earlier this week at a Greenville County Council meeting to further invest $42 million in existing South Carolina businesses that supply the company. The…
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M.G.S. LLC expanding operations in Richland County
September 22, 2022
M.G.S. LLC, a military procurement company, announced plans to expand in Richland County. The company’s $3 million investment will create 12 new jobs. Based in the United States, M.G.S. LLC…
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Transitions Homeless Center unveils art exhibit featuring client artwork at CAE
September 22, 2022The Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) welcomed back to the airport longtime nonprofit partner, Transitions Homeless Center. Each year, Transitions works alongside CAE to highlight the outstanding, artistic talents of its…
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Turn over a new leaf – give blood this fall
September 22, 2022
Donors have chance at VIP racing experience and more as new season begins COLUMBIA/SUMTER, S.C., — On the first day of fall, the American Red Cross is asking the public…
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Richland County Recreation Commission announces Tennis Center grand reopening
September 21, 2022
The Richland County Recreation Commission (RCRC) announces the RCRC Tennis Center Grand Re-Opening on Tuesday, September 27 at 10:00 AM at the Richland County Tennis Center, located at 7500 Parklane…
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David Yezbak honored with Excellence Award
September 21, 2022
The Carolinas-Virginia Business Brokers Association (CVBBA), a non-profit corporation created to unite those engaged in the sale of business opportunities in North Carolina, South Carolina and Virginia, announced top honors…
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A simple act of compassion can shift a person’s life
September 21, 2022
By Jeff Becraft Last week I talked about the Heritage Trail tour of local gas stations. This week we’ll wrap up that historical experience. (Some of the names have…
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VC3 completes acquisition of Accent Computer Solutions, California-based managed information technology services provider
September 21, 2022
COLUMBIA, SC. & RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA – VC3, a leading managed service provider serving municipalities and businesses across North America, announced the acquisition of Accent Computer Solutions, a leading managed…
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Book Event Season Is Upon Us
September 21, 2022
By Tom Poland She asked, and I told her. “What’s the writing life like?” “It’s a sentence to solitary confinement. You work in isolation for long periods, and that’s…
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Colliers Dealmakers: Recent purchases, sales, leases and investments in South Carolina
September 21, 2022
Charleston / Columbia / Greenville / Spartanburg, SC – Colliers | South Carolina announced the following recently completed commercial real estate transactions from our offices across the state: Charleston, SC…
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Flock and Rally names Merritt McNeely as Chief Executive Officer
September 21, 2022
Long-time regional business leader to serve as agency’s CEO Longtime regional business leader Merritt McNeely has been named chief executive officer (CEO) of Flock and Rally, the woman-owned integrated communications…
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Non-profit organization to celebrate entrepreneurial successes and demonstrations of excellence
September 21, 2022Strategic Entrepreneur Empowerment (S.E.E.) seeks to create an environment of like-minded individuals that are willing to share from their specific knowledge base and expertise to enlighten future leaders to explore…
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Charter Communications names Chris Winfrey President and Chief Executive Officer effective December 1
September 21, 2022
Tom Rutledge to Serve as Executive Chairman of the Company and its Board of Directors through 2023 Charter Communications, Inc. (NASDAQ: CHTR) announced that Chris Winfrey has been named President…
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City Council highlights | September 20, 2022
September 21, 2022Advanced Water Meter Infrastructure The City Council Meeting on September 20, 2022, started with an important update from Columbia Water regarding the advanced water meter infrastructure throughout the City of…
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City of West Columbia Council District Three filing and election information
September 20, 2022
A Special Election for the City of West Columbia’s Council District Three seat will be held on Tuesday, January 17, 2023. Any person wishing to vote in this election must…
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Attracting and Retaining Today’s Workforce
September 20, 2022
By South Carolina Treasurer Curtis M. Loftis, Jr. As State Treasurer I’ve had the privilege of visiting many successful businesses where I’ve enjoyed meeting with the leadership teams responsible for…
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Cypress Development Partners managing development of Charleston area Bojangles
September 20, 2022
Cypress Development Partners, LLC announces the development of a new Bojangles restaurant for the Charleston MSA. The restaurant will be located on US 52 in Moncks Corner near the Foxbank…
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Philip Simoneaux to chair 2023 Midlands Heart Ball
September 20, 2022
Campaign raises funds to help increase healthy life years in the Midlands The American Heart Association, the world’s leading nonprofit organization focused on heart and brain health for all, has…
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Charleston & Foothills Amish Furniture select Brandon as agency of record
September 20, 2022
Charleston Amish Furniture and Foothills Amish Furniture, the largest Amish furniture retailer in South Carolina, has named Brandon as its agency of record. The data-driven agency will lead the company’s…
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Voorhees University alum commissioned as second lieutenant
September 20, 2022Denmark, S.C. – Voorhees University alumnus Joshua Gayle was commissioned as a Second Lieutenant in the U.S. Army on Sept. 16, during a South Carolina State University (SCSU) ceremony. Gayle graduated from Voorhees in…
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Jordan Crapps, partner at Gallivan White Boyd selected to participate in Leadership Columbia
September 19, 2022
Gallivan White Boyd announced that partner Jordan Crapps has been selected as one of the 61 participants for the Leadership Columbia Class of 2023 (LC23). LC23 class will kick of…
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South Carolina ETV digital series “Backroad Bites” returns with new episodes
September 19, 2022
Ten-episodes will spotlight local eateries across South Carolina South Carolina ETV and Public Radio (SCETV) announced the premiere of a new season of its digital series, Backroad Bites. Featuring ten,…
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USCDM campaign reveal
September 19, 2022
The University of South Carolina Dance Marathon to Hold Campaign Reveal The University of South Carolina Dance Marathon (USCDM) will host its 25th annual Campaign Reveal on Davis Field, located…
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South Carolina Department of Education releases End-of-Course and Career Readiness assessments
September 19, 2022
The South Carolina Department of Education released statewide public school results on September 19, 2022 for Ready to Work (R2W) and the End-of-Course Examination Program (EOCEP) assessment tests taken for…
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Department of Labor names Columbia College program as first registered apprenticeship program for teachers in SC
September 19, 2022Since 2018, Columbia College’s Alternative Pathways to Educator Certification (APEC) program has served the local community to help employees of partnering school districts acquire their teaching certification. Through coursework and…
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Quackenbush Architects + Planners announces new marketing coordinator
September 19, 2022
Quackenbush Architects + Planners announced and welcomed Ebonn Twilley as its marketing coordinator. A 2006 graduate of the University of South Carolina with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration,…
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Experienced real estate attorney joins Morton & Gettys
September 19, 2022
Trent Womble, an experienced real estate attorney who is licensed in South Carolina and North Carolina, has joined Morton & Gettys. Womble has practiced in York County since 2017. Previously,…
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Sisters of Charity Foundation announces 2022 President’s Fellows
September 19, 2022
The Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina announced the start of a new class for the President’s Fellows program, an initiative in partnership with HBCUs in South Carolina that…
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Over two dozen Midlands residents selected for Leadership SC Class of 2023
September 19, 2022Over two dozen Midlands residents have been selected for the Class of 2023 of Leadership South Carolina, the state’s oldest and most-respected leadership development organization. Each year some 50 participants…
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Turn90 prison to workforce program receives $50,000 grant from Power:Ed to expand services to the Upstate
September 19, 2022Turn90, a nonprofit operating in Charleston and Columbia that equips men to succeed after prison by providing a route to a career-path job, is a first-time recipient of a $50,000…
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Solidarity with Israel: SC Treasurer Curtis Loftis declines annual ratings call with Morningstar
September 18, 2022
State Treasurer Curtis Loftis announced today that his office would not participate in the annual rating calls for the state’s 529 plan with Morningstar because of concerning reports that the…
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The LRADAC Foundation invites you to Rock 4 Recovery with Revisiting Creedence, Friday, Sept. 23 at the Icehouse Amphitheatre
September 16, 2022
The LRADAC Foundation wants everyone to know that Rock 4 Recovery is more than a good time – it’s a rock concert that helps ensure recovery from substance misuse is…
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United Way Midlands Reading Consortium looking for volunteers to enhance students’ literacy skills
September 15, 2022
United Way of the Midlands is looking for volunteers interested in reading to elementary-age students to support its Midlands Reading Consortium (MRC) for the 2022-2023 school year. MRC is a…
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Daniel Fowler joins professional recruiting firm Forge Search as recruiter
September 15, 2022
Daniel Fowler has joined Greenville-based Forge Search + Consulting as a recruiter after a four-year stint with Furman University as men’s basketball Director of Recruiting and Special Assistant to the…
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Graham applauds Clemson, SC State University funding announcement
September 15, 2022
U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) today announced the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) will award Clemson University and South Carolina State University up to $70 million under the Partnerships…
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Lima One Capital strengthens its national footprint with the addition of three Regional Sales Managers
September 15, 2022
Lima One Capital has added three regional sales managers who will oversee lending to real estate investors across the country: Michael Davidson in the Eastern Region, Heidi Hawk in the…
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Rhodes Graduation Services Inc. and Jostens hires Steve Frazier to lead its Broward office
September 15, 2022
COLUMBIA, SC and FORT LAUDERDALE, FL – Rhodes Graduation Services (RGS) and Jostens, the leading provider of publications, jewelry, and graduation products serving the K-12 and college markets in the…
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SC Launch Inc. announces investment in BILDIT
September 15, 2022
COLUMBIA, SC – South Carolina Research Authority’s investment affiliate, SC Launch Inc., has invested in BILDIT. The $200,000 investment will help the startup continue excelling in the e-commerce market where…
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Copper Dome Strategies expands with addition of Trey Byars
September 15, 2022
Copper Dome Strategies, LLC is pleased to announce that Trey Byars has joined the firm as a lobbyist and consultant. Trey joins the Copper Dome team of Jeff Thordahl, Kim…
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Embracing the moment
September 15, 2022
By Jeff Becraft Our youngest daughter, Hannah, doesn’t like to eat at chain restaurants. She likes to eat at local restaurants to get the local culture. I mentioned a couple…
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The Power Of Moonlit Imagery
September 15, 2022
By Tom Poland Herman Melville created Moby Dick, the great white sperm whale that bit off Ahab’s leg. James Dickey had a 12-point white buck that swam from island…
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