GaffneyLewis partners named to South Carolina Super Lawyers List for 2021
April 30, 2021
GaffneyLewis LLC announced that its founding partners have been named to the 2021 South Carolina Super Lawyers List. Each year, no more than five percent of the lawyers in the…
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Eight Rosen Hagood attorneys receive accolades
April 30, 2021
Eight attorneys from the Charleston-based law firm of Rosen Hagood have been named to either the 2021 South Carolina Super Lawyers list or the 2021 South Carolina Rising Stars list,…
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Order of Contributions
April 30, 2021
By Corinne Hanna, CFP® Whether you are an employee deciding about your annual benefits at election time or an employer deciding which benefits to offer, make your workplace benefits work…
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JacksonBuilt Custom Homes wins three PRISM Awards
April 30, 2021
Builder JacksonBuilt Custom Homes won three PRISM Awards from the Charleston Home Builders Association. The awards were presented virtually this year. JacksonBuilt won the Customer Service award, which is based…
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Twenty-five Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd attorneys recognized in 2021 South Carolina Super Lawyers
April 30, 2021
CHARLESTON, SC – Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd announced that twenty-five attorneys have been listed in the 2021 edition of South Carolina Super Lawyers®, including seven attorneys who were named as “Rising…
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West Ashley High’s school counselors honored by ASCA
April 29, 2021West Ashley High School announced the American School Counseling Association (ASCA) named the School Counseling Department a Recognized ASCA Model Program (RAMP) this week. The distinction exemplifies the commitment of…
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Bourne Group expanding operations in Charleston County
April 29, 2021
The company’s $3.7 million investment will create 43 new jobs Bourne Group, an industry leader in the manufacturing and installation of marine signage, today announced plans to expand operations in…
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MUSC Health, S.C. Dept. of Corrections enter partnership for health care of incarcerated people
April 29, 2021
CHARLESTON and COLUMBIA, SC – MUSC Health, the clinical health system of the Medical University of South Carolina, and the South Carolina Department of Corrections (SCDC) have begun a first-of-its…
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SC Ports expanding Inland Port Greer
April 29, 2021
South Carolina Ports is expanding Inland Port Greer on the heels of sustained record activity at the rail-served inland port in Upstate South Carolina. Inland Port Greer extends the Port of Charleston’s reach…
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Carlisle SynTec Systems donates free roof to Ronald McDonald House Charities of Charleston
April 29, 2021
Carlisle SynTec Systems, a leading provider of commercial roofing products, recently gave back to the community by donating a free roof to Ronald McDonald House Charities of Charleston. After inspection…
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USACE pilot project to begin around Folly Beach
April 29, 2021The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Charleston District will soon begin a pilot project along the northeast end of Folly Beach. This new approach will take sand from the Folly…
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Ingevity reports first quarter 2021 financial results
April 29, 2021
HIGHLIGHTS: (comparisons versus prior year) Ingevity delivers strong first quarter results based on demand improvement across its businesses Net sales of $320.3 million were up 11.1% Net income of $48.7…
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SCHA launches “100 Faces of Healthcare” to honor workforce
April 28, 2021The South Carolina Hospital Association (SCHA) is celebrating the centennial of its founding with a campaign dedicated to the state’s healthcare workforce. The 100 Faces of Healthcare campaign launches today in…
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Couple donates $500,00 to International African American Museum
April 28, 2021
The International African American Museum announced a $500,000 donation from Mary Major and Bill Horton, a couple living 10 miles from Gadsden’s Wharf, the site where more than 40 percent…
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Publix launches the Publix Virtual 30 Challenge
April 28, 2021
Proceeds to support charities in Charleston, Charlotte and Nashville Publix announced today the launch of its new Publix Virtual 30 Challenge, a 30-day virtual exercise challenge. From June 1 through…
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William Bartram’s Wild Azaleas
April 28, 2021
By Tom Poland Blooms, blossoms, and bracts splash color everywhere you look this time of year. Daffodils and now dogwoods and azaleas add their voice to the spring…
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Keeping an eye on healthcare insurance changes
April 28, 2021
By Guy Furay The last few months have been fairly monumental when it comes to changes in the healthcare industry. As an independent health insurance agency based in the Upstate…
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Caroline Harper’s CHI design indigo relocates to Charleston
April 28, 2021
Caroline Harper relocated her CHI design indigo studio from Columbia to Charleston in April. She grows indigo plants on Lowcountry farms and processes them into dye used for her line…
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Equus Capital Partners, Ltd. announces 373,100 SF warehouse industrial lease with Harbor Freight Tool
April 28, 2021DILLON COUNTY, SC – Equus Capital Partners, Ltd. (“Equus”), one of the nation’s leading private real estate investment managers, announced that it has entered into a 10-year lease agreement with…
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Attorney General Wilson announces launch of SC Highway Heroes Campaign to combat human trafficking
April 28, 2021
The South Carolina Human Trafficking Task Force, under the leadership of Attorney General Alan Wilson, announced the launch of the SC Highway Heroes Campaign. The initiative is a collaboration between…
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South Carolina publishers named environmental champions
April 27, 2021By W. Thomas Smith Jr. The husband-wife publishing team of Alan and Cheryl Cooper were named environmental champions during the morning kickoff event for POWERPLANTSC’s statewide tree-planting initiative, Thurs. –…
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SC Housing to launch new $272 million rental, utility assistance program: SC Stay Plus
April 27, 2021
SC Housing will soon launch SC Stay Plus, a $272 million federally funded program to assist South Carolina residents in need of rental and utility assistance whose finances have been…
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Humimic Medical, partners team up to make a difference in South Carolina COVID battle
April 27, 2021
It was not long ago when we all witnessed demand for critical Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) far outstripping supply on the front lines of the COVID-19 battle. While this story…
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Southern First reports results for first quarter 2021
April 27, 2021
Southern First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: SFST), holding company for Southern First Bank, announced its financial results for the three-month period ended March 31, 2021. “We are off to a strong…
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Frothy Beard Brewing Company expands to Summerville
April 27, 2021
Frothy Beard Brewing Company is expanding its universe as it opens a new brewery and taproom in historic downtown Summerville. The new venue—the Lowcountry brewer’s second location in the Charleston…
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Jolene Madison named president of the SC School for the Deaf and the Blind
April 27, 2021
Jolene Madison has been named president of the SC School for the Deaf and the Blind (SCSDB). She brings 25 years’ experience in special education to the position and has…
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The Cassina Group celebrates 15th anniversary
April 27, 2021
Innovation-driven real estate firm, The Cassina Group, is celebrating its 15th anniversary. The cutting-edge company was founded in 2006 by business partners Robertson Allen and Jimmy Dye and has quickly…
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SCRA invests in Land Intelligence, Inc.
April 27, 2021
South Carolina Research Authority (SCRA) announces its affiliate, SC Launch, Inc.’s, second investment of $200,000 in Land Intelligence, Inc. The Columbia-based startup is a technology- enabled business offering software solutions…
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Bosch Community Fund supports STEM in Charleston County School District classrooms
April 26, 2021
The COVID-19 pandemic created multiple challenges for educators, including how to provide hands-on, interactive lessons and opportunities in the classroom. Charleston County School District’s (CCSD) new Science Instructional Specialist Deborah Batzer…
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Palmetto State Exteriors names operations manager
April 26, 2021
Kevin Kirkland has been named operations manager of Palmetto State Exteriors, LLC, which provides a variety of specialty coatings, waterproofing, exterior cleaning and roof refurbishment for commercial and residential projects…
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Santee Cooper Board approves rates and terms for broadband initiative
April 26, 2021
The Santee Cooper Board of Directors has approved rates and authorized execution of terms to help broadband providers more quickly build out retail service to unserved areas of South Carolina…
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Marketing Minute Video: Communicating Your Expertise
April 26, 2021
Marketing Minute with Catherine Dingler, NP Strategy Whether you’re an entrepreneur working hard to build your brand or a business owner with tough competition, mastering your work won’t help…
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New VP of enrollment and marketing chosen for CSU
April 26, 2021
After a nationwide search this spring, Charleston Southern University announced Dr. Anthony Turner as its new vice president of enrollment and marketing. “The Lord has answered our prayers in sending…
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MUSC names Anahita Modaresi director of Corporate and Foundation Relations
April 26, 2021
Kate Azizi, vice president for Institutional Advancement for the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC), announced that Anahita Modaresi has been named the first MUSC director of Corporate and Foundation…
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Colliers Report: Charleston speculative construction is underway
April 26, 2021
Charleston speculative construction is underway Key Takeaways: Despite new deliveries over the past year, the Charleston market posted positive absorption this quarter There are 2.1 million square feet delivering this…
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Charleston Water System and Kimberly-Clark reach first ever agreement for Cottonelle® flushable wipes to meet national municipal flushability standard
April 26, 2021
Pursuant to a legally binding agreement reached between the Charleston Water System (CWS) and the Kimberly-Clark Corporation, both parties have agreed that Cottonelle® flushable wipes currently meet a modified version…
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Dr. Tiffany N. Richardson elected Secretary of the NSBA Council of School Attorneys
April 23, 2021
The National School Boards Association (NSBA) Council of School Attorneys (COSA), the national network of attorneys representing K-12 public school districts, announces its newly elected leaders and directors, including South…
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Attorney General Wilson announces State receives $84.3 million in tobacco settlement funds
April 23, 2021
South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson announced that the State secured $84,349,251.83 in its share of the annual tobacco Master Settlement Agreement (“MSA”) Payment. In 1998, the Attorney General’s Office…
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SC environmental group, Power Plant SC, to plant 3 million tree seeds on Earth Day 2021
April 22, 2021
South Carolina Floodwater Commission leading multi-agency environmental effort The South Carolina Floodwater Commission is launching an ambitious effort to plant 3 million tree seeds – assisted by citizens, students, churches,…
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Colliers | South Carolina announces marketing staff promotions
April 21, 2021
Colliers | South Carolina announced marketing staff promotions for Ashley Fenlon, Elizabeth Riley and Stella Huffman. “This talented group of marketing professionals is responsible for maximizing potential for Colliers and…
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Colonial Athletic Association Men’s Golf Championship to be held at Dataw Island
April 21, 2021Dataw Island in Beaufort County will host the Colonial Athletic Association Men’s Golf Championship (CAA Championship) April 24-26, 2021. The nearly 7000-yard course is one of the Lowcountry’s pristine courses…
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South Carolina ETV series ‘How She Rolls’ to be distributed nationally by PBS, slated to premiere locally May 13
April 21, 202110-episode series follows Charleston entrepreneur Carrie Morey of Callie’s Hot Little Biscuit How She Rolls, a half-hour lifestyle documentary and culinary series that follows the life of Charleston, S.C. entrepreneur…
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M.C. Dean, Inc. expanding operations in Charleston County
April 21, 2021
$7.3 million investment will create 126 new jobs M.C. Dean, Inc., a global cyber-physical systems integration and engineering company, today announced plans to expand operations in Charleston County. The $7.3…
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R.B. Stall’s Tabytha Walls earns national recognition from ASBDA Foundation
April 21, 2021
The American School Band Directors Association Education (ASBDA) Foundation recently announced that R.B. Stall High School’s band director, Tabytha Walls, is a recipient of the prestigious Outstanding Potential Award. This…
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“ACE” student at Burke receives $20,000 scholarship
April 21, 2021
Burke High School senior Kaiasia Williams has pursued an engineering career for several years. This spring, her pursuit of that goal became a little easier thanks to a $20,000 CMiC-Allen…
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Charleston poet Marjory Wentworth on why poetry matters
April 21, 2021
Marjory Wentworth’s students at the College of Charleston describe her as “one of a kind.” Her laughter and energy are infectious, and even though she doesn’t require attendance, her classes…
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Tri-County Cradle to Career Collaborative welcomes Crystal Robinson Rouse
April 21, 2021
Crystal Robinson Rouse has joined Tri-County Cradle to Career Collaborative (TCCC) as the Director of Collective Action Networks. In this role she will be responsible for leading, overseeing, and coordinating the collective…
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The Charleston Museum presents The Lawn Party: From Satin to Seersucker
April 21, 2021
The Charleston Museum is pleased to present The Lawn Party: From Satin to Seersucker, the latest offering in its Historic Textiles Gallery, opening May 8, 2021. In an “unprecedented” era when…
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South Carolina Department of Education update on school operations, full face to face instruction, and S.704
April 21, 2021The South Carolina Department of Education (SCDE) released an update on current school and district operations, plans to transition to full face to face instruction, and a statement from State…
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Gov. Henry McMaster nominates former U.S. Attorney Peter M. McCoy, Jr. to serve as Chairman of Santee Cooper’s Board of Directors
April 21, 2021Governor Henry McMaster was joined by members of the General Assembly to announce that he has nominated former U.S. Attorney and former chairman of the S.C. House Judiciary Committee, Peter…
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