South Carolina Department of Education Partners with Riley Institute to invest $1.3 million in new afterschool and summer learning leadership program
October 28, 2021
Today, the South Carolina Department of Education (SCDE) and The Riley Institute at Furman University announced the South Carolina Afterschool Leaders Empowered (SCALE) program to prepare and grow leaders who…
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CAMS’ President Dave Orr assumes role of CEO
October 28, 2021
Community Association Management Services (CAMS), an industry leader in community association management throughout the Carolinas, is excited to announce that President Dave Orr has taken over as CEO, a position…
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In the Huddle with “Broadway Joe”: The X’s and O’s of Medicare Coverage Options
October 28, 2021
By Brian Harmon, Director of Individual Medical at The Cason Group If you’ve watched television at all in the past 5 years, you have probably seen a commercial with Hall…
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Gov. Henry McMaster leads Republican Governors in fight to protect auto workers, manufacturers
October 27, 2021
10 Governors Sign on to McMaster’s Letter Governor Henry McMaster was joined today by 10 Republican governors in sending a letter to United States Senate and House leadership in opposition to proposed tax breaks for manufacturers…
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Tiger Companies establishing operations in Union County
October 27, 2021
$10.8 million investment will create 61 new jobs Tiger Companies, a valued-added national distributor serving the construction, surveying, home, office and medical products markets, today announced plans to establish operations…
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Brookgreen Gardens announces recipient of 2021 John S. Rainey Philanthropy Award
October 27, 2021
Brookgreen Gardens, a National Historic Landmark, has announced Laura Jackson Hoy as the recipient of the 2021 John S. Rainey Philanthropy Award. The award, established in 2017, is named in…
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State Superintendent of Education Molly Spearman releases statement on candidacy for 2022 election
October 27, 2021
Today, State Superintendent of Education Molly Spearman released the following statement concerning her candidacy for re-election in 2022. “A strong public education system that offers every student, no matter where…
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SeamonWhiteside’s Lia Contursi joins Junior Achievement Lowcountry board
October 26, 2021
SeamonWhiteside (SW+), a civil engineering and landscape architecture firm, announced its Marketing Manager, Lia Contursi, as the newest board member of the local nonprofit Junior Achievement of Greater South Carolina.…
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Southern First reports results for third quarter 2021
October 26, 2021
Southern First Bancshares, Inc., holding company for Southern First Bank, today announced its financial results for the three- and nine- month periods ended September 30, 2021. “The third quarter was…
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SC Thrive “46 Veteran Salute” call for nominations ends October 30th
October 26, 2021
SC Thrive, a statewide nonprofit, calls for nominations to honor 46 veterans across the state. This event, entitled “The 46 Veteran Salute” will recognize one veteran in each county in…
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Applause for Paws Gala raises record funds for Charleston Animal Society
October 26, 2021
400 participants delivered a win for homeless and injured animals Party Animals were out in full-force this past weekend as the Applause for Paws Gala shook the roof at the…
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DIG SOUTH announces partnership with College of Charleston
October 26, 2021DIG SOUTH Tech Summit, the South’s first and foremost event connecting leading global brands to the South’s most scalable startups, announced on Tuesday, Oct. 26, 2021, a partnership with the…
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Charleston Metro Chamber PAC endorses Haynie for Town of Mount Pleasant Mayor
October 26, 2021
The Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce Political Action Committee (Chamber PAC) is pleased to announce the endorsement of Will Haynie for Mayor of the Town of Mount Pleasant. Mayor Haynie has served…
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Tickets now on sale for the 38th Annual Lowcountry Oyster Festival
October 25, 2021
Tickets Now on Sale for the 38th Annual Lowcountry Oyster Festival The Charleston Restaurant Foundation (CRF) announced that tickets are on sale for the 38th annual Lowcountry Oyster Festival held…
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Building I-73 is in the state’s best interest
October 25, 2021
By Richard Eckstrom – S.C. Comptroller Supporters of a proposed stretch of interstate connecting I-95 to Myrtle Beach recently got a couple of pieces of welcome, long-awaited news. A judge…
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Marketing Minute: Best Practices and Advice
October 25, 2021
Marketing Minute with Krystal Cau, NP Strategy Marketing has always been important for the success of any business. However, since the many changes the world encountered due to the pandemic,…
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Electric Cooperatives host “Ride Across South Carolina” to raise awareness for heart disease
October 25, 2021
The Electric Cooperative Ride Across South Carolina is a seven-day, 648-mile ride with stops at 18 cooperatives. Starting on October 25th in the Upstate and ending in the Low Country…
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Austin Stukins of Push Digital wins “40 Under 40” award
October 22, 2021
Push Digital is proud to announce that Austin Stukins, Director of Business Development has been honored by the American Association of Political Consultants (AAPC) as one of the 40 best…
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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis reveals his latest list of unclaimed funds
October 22, 2021
Channeling his inner Halloween spirit, State Treasurer Curtis Loftis has a scared up a list of South Carolinians with “spooky names” that are owed unclaimed money. “No tricks, just treats…
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Multimillion-dollar improvements planned for Patriots Point Athletics Complex
October 22, 2021The College of Charleston Department of Athletics has announced plans to pursue funding to make state-of-the-art improvements to the Patriots Point Athletics Complex. Director of Athletics Matt Roberts informed the College’s Board of trustees…
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Dee Norton Child Advocacy Center provides Halloween tips for parents and caregivers amid COVID-19 Halloween season
October 21, 2021
Dee Norton Child Advocacy Center, the region’s leading resource to prevent abuse, protect children and heal families, is sharing tips for parents and caregivers to consider to keep children safe…
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McDonald’s Drive Thru Challenge benefiting local Ronald McDonald House Charities is back
October 21, 2021
McDonald’s Hosts Second Annual Drive Thru Challenge & Sets Fundraising Goal to $2 Million The second annual McDonald’s Drive Thru Challenge has officially kicked off!! Now through December 12, Charleston-area…
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City of Charleston Department of Housing and Community Development announces funding opportunities
October 21, 2021
Applications are now open for the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, Office of Community Planning and Development, Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), Home Investment Partnerships Program (HOME) and…
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Charleston Metro Chamber PAC announces endorsements for Summerville Town Council
October 21, 2021
The Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce Political Action Committee (Chamber PAC) is pleased to announce its endorsements of Aaron Brown for Summerville Town Council District 1 and Kima Garten-Schmidt for…
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Donald Kirkpatrick to give lecture on fossils of the Pee Dee Region
October 20, 2021
The Horry County Museum presents a lecture by Donald Kirkpatrick at 1:00 PM on November 6th on a new, rare Early Paleocene vertebrate fossil locality in the Pee Dee Region. …
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Seasoned sales & marketing exec joins FishBait Solutions
October 20, 2021
Andrew Campagnone named Vice President of Sponsorship Sales On the heels of numerous wins, including the successful re-launch of the ESPN Events Tailgate Tour and the T-Mobile Kick-Off Concert in…
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Charleston Wine + Food ticket sales fire up for 2022
October 20, 2021
Festival tickets for 16th annual festival launch October 21 Charleston Wine + Food will return March 2-6 with 100-plus live events, and more ways to engage than ever. Tickets go…
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Charleston Metro Chamber PAC announces endorsements for Mount Pleasant Town Council
October 20, 2021
The Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce Political Action Committee (Chamber PAC) is pleased to announce its endorsement of Lee Dittrich, Myra Jones and Carl Ritchie for Mount Pleasant Town Council. “All of…
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South Carolina yearly closed sales up almost 15% over 2020
October 20, 2021
South Carolina REALTORS® (SCR) today released its monthly statewide real estate market reports. While 9,323 homes sold across South Carolina throughout September, representing 5% fewer homes than the same time…
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Local organization to host event that exposes youth to arts entrepreneurship
October 20, 2021
Entrepreneur Centers 4 Youth (EC Youth) presents Financial Literacy – Making Money in the Arts on Sunday, October 24, 2021 from 1-5 PM at Jenkins Institute for Children (3923 Azalea…
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Charleston Commercial brokers the purchase of 3 King Street properties for $5.1 million
October 20, 2021
Charleston Commercial has brokered the sale of three King Street properties for $5.1 million. Burroughs & Chapin, a privately owned real estate investment trust, purchased the properties at 348, 346…
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Rosen Hagood attorney, Alice Paylor, admitted to American College of Trial Lawyers
October 20, 2021
Rosen Hagood announced that Alice Paylor has become a Fellow of the American College of Trial Lawyers. The induction ceremony at which Paylor became a Fellow took place recently before…
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Restaurateur revives iconic brands Clarence Foster’s, Chameleon Club in former McCrady’s on East Bay Street
October 20, 2021
Established restaurateur Martin Sprock is breathing new life into the former McCrady’s Tavern. Sprock, who owns half a dozen restaurant brands, has purchased 155 East Bay St. and 2 Unity…
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Marc Broussard Duo intimate session at Firefly Distillery
October 19, 2021
Singer, songwriter, performer, and humanitarian, Marc Broussard is performing on the Back Porch at Firefly Distillery for a night of intimate listening. Marc Broussard Duo has always been about tying…
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Charleston Metro Chamber PAC announces endorsement for Charleston City Council
October 19, 2021
The Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce Political Action Committee (Chamber PAC) announced its endorsement of Robert Mitchell for Charleston City Council District 4. To be considered for the endorsement, candidates…
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College of Charleston fully charged with new electrical engineering major
October 19, 2021
Born out of industry demand and guided by the College of Charleston School of Sciences and Mathematics Advisory Board, the College launched its electrical engineering major for the fall 2021 semester. “We…
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Halloween Jam with LETTUCE at Firefly Distillery
October 19, 2021
Funk ensemble, LETTUCE, is making a stop at Firefly Distillery on their Bring Back the Love tour this Halloween (Sunday, October 31). The GRAMMY® Award-nominated six-piece feeds the rich history…
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Walmart selects Spartanburg County for new, high-tech grocery distribution center
October 19, 2021
$450 million investment will create more than 400 new jobs Walmart has announced plans to build a new, high-tech distribution center for fresh and frozen groceries in Spartanburg County, South Carolina.…
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SeamonWhiteside Summerville office celebrates five-year milestone
October 19, 2021SeamonWhiteside (SW+), a full-service land design firm with offices throughout the Carolinas, is celebrating its five-year milestone at the Summerville office this month, located at 128 S. Main Street #B…
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Hudson Nissan expands capabilities in North Charleston
October 18, 2021
NAI Charleston announces the sale of 2150 Morris Baker Boulevard, formerly HHGregg, to Hudson Nissan. The ±31,167 SF free standing building situated on ±2.42 AC located at the signalized intersection…
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SC Ports announces leadership change
October 18, 2021
Following a successful 13 years as president and CEO of South Carolina Ports, Jim Newsome announced his plans today to retire from the helm on June 30, at which time…
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October brings opportunity to highlight the impact tissue donors have on breast cancer survivors
October 18, 2021
We Are Sharing Hope SC (SHSC), the state’s nonprofit organ and tissue recovery service, is going pink this October to recognize Breast Cancer Awareness month and celebrate the life-changing impact…
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Moranz Entertainment celebrates 26 years of the Charleston Christmas Special
October 18, 2021
Moranz Entertainment will celebrate 26 years of delighting audiences with the Charleston Christmas Special. A long-standing holiday tradition for hundreds of families, the show will be Dec. 16-22 at the…
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Dorchester County Economic Development welcomes Michelle McDonald
October 15, 2021
Dorchester County Economic Development announced the recent addition of Michelle McDonald as its Deputy Director. In this role, McDonald will engage Dorchester County’s existing industry partners and promote workforce development…
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Lasagna Night at Post House benefits program to help new moms
October 15, 2021
Postpartum Support Charleston has partnered with Mount Pleasant restaurant Post House for a fundraiser supporting its new program, Beyond Delivery. Lasagna Night at Post House is at 6 p.m. Tuesday,…
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Early childhood innovation grant to help local First Steps organizations assist hard-to-reach families from all economic backgrounds
October 15, 2021Berkeley County First Steps, together with Charleston County First Steps and Dorchester County First Steps, has received a $198,000 grant from South Carolina First Steps to support the three agencies’…
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Snapdragon Book Foundation raises money to diversify school library on Edisto
October 15, 2021The Snapdragon Book Foundation raised $6,915 through a fundraiser for Jane Edwards Elementary School’s library. The money will be used by librarian Jill Smith to purchase new books. Smith’s grant request…
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Colliers | South Carolina announces record-breaking third quarter with $222 million brokerage transaction volume
October 14, 2021
Charleston/Columbia/Greenville/Spartanburg, SC – Colliers | South Carolina, which has offices in Charleston, Columbia, Greenville and Spartanburg, announced a record-breaking $222 million in commercial real estate sale and lease transactions for…
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Gov. Henry McMaster urges congressional leaders to protect S.C. Auto Workers, Manufacturers
October 14, 2021
Governor Henry McMaster wrote a letter to U.S. House and Senate leadership yesterday urging them to reject current legislation that would discriminate against South Carolina automobile workers and automobile manufacturers by giving tax credits to…
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Charleston City Councilmember Marie Delcioppo statement on her decision to step down from City Council
October 14, 2021
Charleston City Councilmember Marie Delcioppo released the following statement on her decision to step down from Charleston City Council. In accordance with South Carolina law, a special election for the…
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