S.C. Treasurer Curtis Loftis announces return of $35 million in unclaimed funds to South Carolinians
August 3, 2021
State Treasurer Curtis Loftis announced today that $35.3 million in unclaimed property has been returned to South Carolinians in the fiscal year that ended June 30. “We appreciate our partners…
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Reserve Studies, Sustainable Budgets Protect Homeowners Everywhere
August 3, 2021
As first responders sifted through the wreckage of Champlain Towers South in Surfside, Florida recently seeking unaccounted-for residents, America’s attention shifted to determining the cause of the tragedy… and how…
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Mask Up, Mask Down: In Reversal, Health Officials Recommend Masks for Fully-Vaccinated Individuals. What is the Potential Impact on Employer Immunity?
August 3, 2021
By Brittany Clark On July 27, 2021, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) updated its guidance on masking and other health measures in light of the rise in coronavirus…
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Fetter Health Care Network celebrates National Health Center Week, August 8 – 14
August 3, 2021
Fetter Health Care Network (Fetter), a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), announced it will be taking part in National Health Center Week August 8 through 14, a national celebration for…
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Colliers Report: Logistics, capital investments and new jobs boost South Carolina industrial demand
August 3, 2021
Commercial Real Estate Research & Forecast Report Market Highlights This quarter record-breaking container movements through the coastal and inland ports caused by e-commerce and manufacturing demand, statewide infrastructure improvements, $832…
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Shelly Leeke Law Firm leading supply drive for homeless animals
August 3, 2021
Public invited to drop off “wish list” items at law firm offices around state. Charleston Animal Society is benefiting from a supply drive being organize by the Shelly Leeke Law…
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Marketing Minute: Changing Careers
August 3, 2021
Marketing Minute with Beverly Bowers, NP Strategy Gone are the days where you picked one job straight out of college, clocked in, clocked out, and continue the routine until you…
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SCRA announces new Member Companies and grant funding
August 3, 2021
ADOH Scientific, LLC, GeoGraph Technologies, LLC, Infintium Fuel Cell Systems, Inc., and LifeTagger LLC have been accepted as South Carolina Research Authority (SCRA) Member Companies. As Member Companies, they will…
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Panera Bread locations in South Carolina to host hiring event Aug 5th
August 3, 2021
JUST WALK IN! HIRING ALL SHIFTS / ALL POSITIONS! Company is hiring Restaurant Managers, Overnight Bakers, Catering Coordinators and Hourly Associates. Apply in person and get a FREE bakery treat and…
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Shenandoah Growers, Inc. establishing high-tech indoor farm in Anderson County
August 3, 2021
Shenandoah Growers, Inc., a national leader in commercially advanced indoor agriculture, today broke ground on its next indoor ‘Biofarm,’ located in Anderson County. The project will create 50 local, well-paying jobs.…
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Congressman Clyburn announces nearly $3 million in African American civil rights grants for South Carolina
August 3, 2021Today, Congressman James E. Clyburn announced the National Park Service will award nearly $3 million to seven projects in South Carolina to help preserve the sites and history related to…
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Former federal prosecutor Jim May joins Wyche, P.A. as a member of the firm
August 2, 2021
Veteran federal prosecutor to join the firm’s litigation practice group and lead governmental investigations and white-collar defense practice Wyche, a leading full-service law firm with three offices across South Carolina,…
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Healing addiction through the mind, body and spirit the center of attention at North Charleston’s newest rehabilitation facility
August 2, 2021
‘Transcendence Treatment Center’ Heals Addiction Through Holistic Approaches Transcendence Treatment Center is an outpatient rehabilitation center that opened in May 2021 in North Charleston, South Carolina. With love for the…
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Index ranks South Carolina tourists among the most polite in America
August 2, 2021NextVacay.com devised a ‘tourist politeness index’ to ascertain, state by state, which Americans have the best and worst reputations when they vacation domestically. Alaskans ranked the most polite tourists. Interactive…
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Simone Biles reminds us that focusing on mental health is crucial
August 2, 2021
Roper St. Francis Healthcare doctor explains how stress affects our bodies, minds Stress can have a profound impact on our bodies and minds, and no one is immune – not…
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Tecklenburg statement: Thanks to extraordinary vaccines, this is now an ‘optional pandemic.’ Let’s get vaccinated and end it together.
August 2, 2021
After today’s press conference with MUSC Health CEO Dr. Patrick Cawley urging citizens to get the COVID-19 vaccine, Charleston Mayor John Tecklenburg summarized his remarks in the following statement: “In…
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Two College of Charleston professors receive Fulbright Awards to teach, study abroad
August 2, 2021Two College of Charleston professors have received Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program awards for the 2021–22 academic year. Professors Adem Ali and Richard Bodek will head to different parts of the globe in the international…
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New VP of enrollment and marketing chosen for CSU
August 2, 2021
After a nationwide search this spring, Charleston Southern University is pleased to announce Dr. Anthony Turner as its new vice president of enrollment and marketing. Dr. Turner begins Monday, August…
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Volunteer to be honored on 95th birthday
August 2, 2021
Louise Carpenter will be honored by U.S. Sen. Tim Scott and North Charleston Mayor Keith Summey Three days a week — rain, shine or even during a pandemic, the people…
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YWCA Greater Charleston announces incoming board
July 29, 2021
As it celebrates its 114th anniversary, YWCA Greater Charleston is welcoming its incoming board of directors, who took office on July 1, 2021. Local community advocate Kendra Snipe (pictured) has…
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East Cooper Medical Center receives accreditation from the Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Accreditation and Quality Improvement Program®
July 29, 2021East Cooper Medical Center congratulates its Bariatric Program staff on their recent accreditation by the American College of Surgeons’ Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Accreditation and Quality Improvement Program (MBSAQIP®). East Cooper Medical…
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DHEC recommends vaccinations, mask use, in school guidance for K-12 2021-2022 academic year
July 29, 2021
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) has issued its COVID-19 interim guidance for K-12 schools as students, teachers, parents, and staff all prepare for the 2021-2022…
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DHEC issues updated wildfire smoke alert
July 28, 2021
South Carolinians should be aware of the continued risk for health effects related to smoke that originated from wildfires burning across parts of central and western Canada and the western…
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Colliers industrial team expands maritime partnership with Kinder Morgan to market services and build-to-suit opportunities at their Charleston location
July 28, 2021
The Colliers industrial experts in Charleston have signed on as consultants for the largest independent terminal operator in North America Colliers | South Carolina brokers Mark Erickson, SIOR, Matt Pickard…
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Life Cycle Engineering awarded $15 million contract
July 28, 2021
Life Cycle Engineering (LCE) has been awarded a $15 million, one-year delivery order by Southwest Regional Maintenance Center (SWRMC). Under this delivery order, LCE will support the U.S. Navy by…
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City of Charleston awarded 2021 AARP Community Challenge Grant for Philip Simmons Park improvements
July 28, 2021The city of Charleston Parks Department was selected as a 2021 recipient of AARP’s Community Challenge Grant, which will facilitate a number of improvements to Philip Simmons Park in Charleston’s…
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Malouf Companies establishing operations in Laurens County
July 28, 2021
$47.2 million investment will create 240 new jobs Malouf Companies (Malouf), a diverse consumer goods business, today announced plans to establish operations in Laurens County. The $47.2 million investment will create…
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CBRE’s Brendan Redeyoff achieves SIOR designation from Society of Industrial and Office REALTORS®
July 28, 2021
CBRE announced that Brendan Redeyoff has achieved the SIOR industrial designation awarded by the Society of Industrial and Office REALTORS®. SIOR is a Washington, DC-based international professional organization of more…
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Steven Rayzer named Principal of Learn4Life-North Charleston High School
July 28, 2021
Important hire at new public high school will oversee personalized learning and job skills training program for at-risk students in the community NORTH CHARLESTON, SC – Local educator Steven Rayzer…
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DHEC supports updated CDC guidance, recommends indoor masking for all regardless of vaccination Status
July 28, 2021
Due to the rise in COVID-19 cases and the increasing threat of the Delta variant, the CDC on Tuesday is recommending public indoor masking for everyone, regardless of vaccination status.…
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DDSN Commissioners announce 2021-2022 officers, committees and new taskforces
July 27, 2021
The South Carolina Commission on Disabilities and Special Needs (the “Commission”) selects officers and standing committees for the 2021-2022 fiscal year and creates several new task forces to solve emerging…
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TD Bank names Hugh Allen as Regional President of Mid-South Metro
July 27, 2021
TD Bank, America’s Most Convenient Bank®, announced today it has appointed Hugh W. Allen Regional President for its Mid-South Metro, which includes Virginia, Maryland, the District of Columbia, Delaware, North…
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Slaughter earns Accreditation in Public Relations
July 27, 2021
Charlene D. Slaughter, director of communications with Experience Columbia SC (ECSC), has successfully earned the Accreditation in Public Relations, entitling her to use the APR professional designation. The announcement was…
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Obviouslee acquires Groundswell PR
July 27, 2021
Combined company now offering comprehensive marketing strategy and services to leading active lifestyle & outdoor brands Obviouslee, a full-service, strategic marketing agency that partners with innovative brands across the nation,…
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How Hard is Your Cash Working?
July 27, 2021
Managing cash in a low interest rate environment by Stephen E. Maggard With current treasury yields hovering slightly above zero, individuals are experiencing angst over the lack of returns from…
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MUSC ranked state’s No. 1 hospital seventh year in row
July 27, 2021
MUSC Health University Medical Center in Charleston was named by U.S. News & World Report for the seventh year in a row as the No. 1 hospital in South Carolina,…
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Southern First reports results for second quarter 2021
July 27, 2021
Southern First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: SFST), holding company for Southern First Bank, today announced its financial results for the three- and six-month periods ended June 30, 2021. “We are incredibly…
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Lowcountry Women’s Specialists welcomes Dr. Miles Reeves
July 27, 2021
Lowcountry Women’s Specialists welcomes Summerville-native, Dr. Miles Reeves to their OB/GYN practice. Dr. Reeves provides comprehensive OB/GYN services, including routine wellness visits, high-risk pregnancy management, and minimally-invasive surgery and obstetrics…
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Nominate someone for Trident United Way Women United Awards
July 27, 2021
Each year at the annual Awards Luncheon, Trident United Way Women United recognizes women in the Tri-County area who Live United and embody Trident United Way’s core principles. To review…
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Lowcountry Food Bank receives $75,000 from Morgan Stanley Foundation
July 27, 2021
Donation Will Help Children and Families Facing Hunger in the Lowcountry Lowcountry Food Bank announced today it received a $75,000 grant from the Morgan Stanley Foundation. The funds will provide…
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SCRA brings colleges, universities, and industry together to advance innovation
July 27, 2021
South Carolina Research Authority (SCRA) announces the funding of over $3.3 million to selected colleges and universities for translational research projects to address key challenges facing the state’s industrial base.…
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Fall semester at Trident Tech shaped by lessons learned during pandemic
July 26, 2021
After moving most classes online, employing new technologies and developing new teaching methodologies during the pandemic, Trident Technical College is not going back to business as usual this fall. “Trident…
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Work on replacement for Capers Hall brings research home for longtime Citadel engineering professor
July 26, 2021
Nationally renowned Citadel professor is an expert on the structural elements that make the building foundation safe and resilient As the old Capers Hall is being torn down, the work…
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PGA Professional, Navy Veteran Angel Diaz named Director of Project Golf
July 26, 2021
Angel Diaz, a PGA professional and retired Navy veteran, has been named Director of Project Golf, a Myrtle Beach-based grow the game initiative. Project Golf is dedicated to increasing access to…
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CARTA expands service area for “CARTA OnDemand” rideshare partnership
July 26, 2021
Program growing to meet healthcare needs beyond the peninsula The Charleston Area Regional Transportation Authority (CARTA) has expanded the service area for CARTA OnDemand, a first-in-the-region partnership with transportation network…
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DHEC applauds SC reaching 50 percent one-dose COVID-19 vaccine rate, urges more vaccinations ahead of academic year
July 26, 2021
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) is happy to announce that, as of Thursday, 50 percent of eligible South Carolina residents have received at least one dose of…
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Frampton’s Keaton Green named among Charleston’s Class of Forty Under 40
July 26, 2021
Keaton Green, vice president of Frampton Construction, has been selected by the Charleston Regional Business Journal for the 2021 Class of Forty Under 40. The Forty Under 40 program honors…
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NCHS art students’ work displayed on billboards throughout the county
July 26, 2021
At the end of this past school year, students at North Charleston High School (NCHS) received the opportunity for their art to be displayed on billboards throughout the Charleston Area.…
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Read these cancer prevention tips before firing up that backyard grill
July 26, 2021
Roper St. Francis Healthcare physician says what we grill and how we grill really matters Backyard grills across the Lowcountry are getting quite a workout with summer in full swing.…
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Annual ‘Operation Move-out’ initiative to begin July 29
July 26, 2021
The city of Charleston’s annual “Operation Move-out” initiative will begin at 8 a.m. on Thursday, July 29 and be conducted through 5 p.m. on Tuesday, August 3, excluding Sunday, August…
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