Goodyear 400 to debut at Darlington Raceway May 9
April 14, 2021
Darlington Raceway and Goodyear (NASDAQ: GT) today announced a partnership on the entitlement of the spring NASCAR Cup Series race as part of the Official Throwback Weekend of NASCAR on May…
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Gov. McMaster announces $10.5 million investment in charter schools, workforce development
April 14, 2021
Governor Henry McMaster today announced a $10.5 million investment in South Carolina’s public charter schools and the state’s workforce development efforts through the Governor’s Emergency Education Relief (GEER) fund. South Carolina’s charter schools will receive $9…
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Jarrard, Nowell & Russell hires William Russell IV as a staff accountant
April 14, 2021
Jarrard, Nowell & Russell, LLC (JNR), a Charleston-based accounting and business advisory firm, has added William Russell IV as a staff accountant. William was previously with Change Healthcare as a…
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College of Charleston to distribute COVID-19 vaccines to students
April 14, 2021COVID-19 vaccines are coming to the College of Charleston. The College has been designated as a COVID-19 vaccine distribution point by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control…
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Governor Henry McMaster appoints Robin Price to the SC School for the Deaf and the Blind Board of Commissioners
April 14, 2021
Governor Henry McMaster has appointed Robin Holden Price of Columbia to the Board of Commissioners of the SC School for the Deaf and the Blind (SCSDB) where she will represent…
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Vigilent Labs forms strategic partnership with Seroclinix and Davenport Aviation
April 14, 2021
Enables Vigilent Labs to distribute COVID-19 test kits and digital health credentials to government organizations through GSA schedule Vigilent Labs, an advanced health and medical technology company that provides solutions…
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COVID-19 survey reveals ‘frightening situation’ for creativity, culture
April 14, 2021
Sector surviving on emergency funding, more needed A recent survey of South Carolina nonprofit organizations revealed more than half serving in the creative and cultural sector lacked the funding to…
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South Carolina Emergency Medical Services Association announces Henry Lewis as its first Executive Director
April 14, 2021
The South Carolina Emergency Medical Services Association (SCEMSA) announced that veteran EMS administrator and South Carolina native Henry Lewis has been hired as its first Executive Director. After a nationwide…
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City of Charleston holds online public meeting for Ashley River Crossing project
April 14, 2021
The city of Charleston is seeking public comment on the Ashley River Crossing project, a bicycle and pedestrian bridge that will connect West Ashley and downtown Charleston. Why it matters: With…
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Groundbreaking ceremony for Volvo Car Stadium marks a new chapter in Charleston history
April 14, 2021
Choate Construction Company, Charleston Tennis LLC., LTP Daniel Island, Beemok Capital, State and Local Government officials, and many more gather outside of the Volvo Car Stadium to officially break ground…
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Hendrick Automotive Group donates $35,000 to Lowcountry Food Bank to fight hunger in our community
April 13, 2021
The Lowcountry Food Bank announced that Hendrick Automotive Group donated $35,000 today to help feed food insecure neighbors in the Charleston Tri-County community. In addition to today’s donation, Hendrick Automotive…
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DHEC Statement on Janssen (Johnson & Johnson) COVID-19 vaccine
April 13, 2021
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) released the following statement concerning the federal announcement about the Janssen vaccine, also referred to as the Johnson & Johnson…
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Former College of Charleston President Edward M. Collins Jr. passes away
April 13, 2021
College of Charleston President Emeritus Edward McDaniel Collins Jr. passed away on April 10, 2021. Collins served as president of the College of Charleston from 1978 to 1985, and his…
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Colliers Report: Charleston office pipeline boosts 2021 office activity
April 13, 2021
2021 Q1 Office Charleston Report Key Takeaways: New developments will cause rental rates to flatten or fall Regional and local businesses are likely to boost positive absorption, while national companies…
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Central States Manufacturing, Inc. establishing operations in Aiken County
April 13, 2021
$13 million investment will create 70 new jobs Central States Manufacturing, Inc. (Central States), a metal building components company, today announced plans to establish operations in Aiken County. The $13 million…
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Gov. Henry McMaster, Superintendent Molly Spearman, SCDOI Director Ray Farmer announce $24.54 million investment in school buses, public transit
April 13, 2021
Second Round of Volkswagen Settlement Funds to Purchase 235 New School Buses, 3 Public Transit Buses Governor Henry McMaster was joined by S.C. Superintendent of Education Molly Spearman and S.C.…
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Colliers’ Mark Erickson named REALTOR® of Distinction
April 13, 2021
Mark Erickson, SIOR has been honored with a REALTORS® of Distinction Award in the Commerical category by the Charleston Trident Association of REALTORS® (CTAR). “Mark has become the leader of…
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Gov. McMaster announces appointments to the S.C. Ports Authority Board of Directors
April 13, 2021
Governor Henry McMaster announced six reappointments and one new appointment to the South Carolina Ports Authority Board of Directors. The governor has chosen Bill Coates of Greenville to fill the…
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Non Profit Minute – Erin Ulmer, Camp Rise Above
April 13, 2021
The Who’s on the Move, Non Profit Minute is a quick, two-minute interview in support of the amazing impact that local non profits have on our communities. We would like…
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Flock and Rally Marketing & Communications celebrates multiple staff promotions
April 13, 2021
Flock and Rally, the women-owned integrated communications and marketing agency based in Columbia, South Carolina, has announced the promotion of multiple team members — Ashley Cady Elsey, Hailey Covell, Mary…
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Marketing Minute: Crisis Communication
April 12, 2021
Marketing Minute with Jean Cecil Frick, NP Strategy Communication isn’t always as simple as it sounds, especially if the information you’re sharing is sensitive, or even controversial. Knowing your audience…
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SC Ports opens state-of-the-art Hugh K. Leatherman Terminal
April 12, 2021South Carolina Ports made history welcoming the first vessel to the Hugh K. Leatherman Terminal, marking the first container terminal to open in the U.S. since 2009. Operations launched March…
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S.C. Governor invites all South Carolinians to participate in history making tree-planting effort
April 9, 2021
S.C. Governor Henry McMaster is inviting all South Carolinians – “old, young, students, churches, community groups, everybody,” he says – to join POWERPLANTSC on Earth Day, April 22 and help…
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S.C. Treasurer’s Office aids College of Charleston with bond issue to retire outstanding maturities
April 9, 2021
State Treasurer Curtis Loftis announced that his office assisted the College of Charleston with the issuance of $24,075,000 in Academic and Administrative Facilities Revenue Refunding Bonds, Series 2021A, on March…
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CBRE welcomes Tim Raber as a new Industrial Broker in Charleston
April 9, 2021
CBRE announced that Tim Raber has joined CBRE in Charleston. Mr. Raber joined the Charleston-based Industrial & Logistics team led by Bob Barrineau and Brendan Redeyoff as a Vice President,…
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Congaree National Park announces details for 2021 fireflies viewing
April 9, 2021Congaree National Park will be offering the public opportunities to view the park’s fireflies on May 20-22 and May 27-29, 2021. In order to protect the health of visitors, staff,…
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Aspen Dental opens 27th practice in South Carolina
April 9, 2021SUMMERVILLE, SC – Aspen Dental has officially opened its doors in Summerville, South Carolina with the opening of a brand-new office, bringing a local and renowned dentist to the community.…
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Safe Sounds at Firefly kicks off April 17
April 9, 2021
Next weekend, the spring socially-distant concert series, Safe Sounds at Firefly, will kick off at Firefly Distillery with 20 Ride, America’s #1 Zac Brown Tribute Band on Saturday, April 17.…
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Chris Manning Communities announces the purchase of land for the new Waterfall Village Subdivision
April 9, 2021
LITTLE RIVER, SC – Chris Manning Communities announced the purchase of 49.93 acres for $2,700,000 for the new 127 lot single-family home Waterfall Village Subdivision. Waterfall Village is near the…
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Senator Tim Scott’s senior staff visits SC’s first COVID-19 testing lab at one year mark
April 8, 2021Senator Tim Scott’s senior staff visited Diversified Medical Healthcare (DMH) headquarters, touring the Greenville, SC facility which houses four healthcare companies making a national impact. Premier Medical Laboratory Services (PMLS),…
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Berkeley County completes Dirt-to-Pave projects in rural communities
April 8, 2021
Berkeley County has completed five Dirt-to-Pave projects in rural communities across the County. These five projects total approximately three miles in length. Berkeley County Roads and Bridges completed two of…
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CBRE welcomes Ryan Carmody as a new Office Broker in Charleston
April 8, 2021
CBRE announced that Ryan Carmody has joined CBRE as an Associate in Charleston. Ms. Carmody will partnering with Charles Carmody focusing on office tenant and landlord representation. “Ryan brings strong…
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Books on the Go: CCPL, CARTA bring free books to two Charleston bus stops
April 8, 2021Public transportation riders in Charleston County will now have access to free books for their rides. Charleston County Public Library and The Charleston Area Regional Transportation Authority (CARTA) have partnered…
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Palmetto AgriBusiness Council contributes to agribusiness education and leadership
April 8, 2021
The Palmetto AgriBusiness Council (PABC) recently announced contributions to eight different agribusiness educational and leadership programs which promote agriculture and forestry in South Carolina. As part of PABC’s commitment to…
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Litter Prevention Week
April 8, 2021
LITTER CONTROL WEEK ANNOUNCEMENT APRIL 12-18, 2021 WHAT: The Office of the Governor, SC Department of Public Safety and PalmettoPride will host a press event at the State House to…
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DHL Supply Chain establishing operations in Cherokee County
April 7, 2021
More than $92.7 million investment will create 249 new jobs DHL Supply Chain (DHL), a U.S. leader in contract logistics and part of Deutsche Post DHL Group, today announced plans to grow…
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SC Chamber Statement on Hate Crimes Bill Progress in SC House
April 7, 2021
South Carolina Chamber of Commerce (SC Chamber) President and CEO Bob Morgan today issued the following statement regarding the South Carolina House of Representatives giving 2nd Reading to H.3620, the Hate…
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Gov. Henry McMaster names next Department of Health and Human Services Director
April 7, 2021
Governor Henry McMaster was joined by members of the General Assembly and state health care leaders to announce that Robert M. Kerr will be nominated to serve as the next…
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IMPH releases fourth report on the impact of COVID-19 policy actions
April 7, 2021
Over the past year, the South Carolina Institute of Medicine and Public Health (IMPH) and the North Carolina Institute of Medicine (NCIOM) have jointly monitored state and federal actions that…
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Dominion Energy sees decline in gas line damages, encourages public to continue calling 811 before digging
April 7, 2021Dominion Energy sees decline in gas line damages, encourages public to continue calling 811 before digging Public encouraged to practice safe digging and use 811 service – it’s the law!…
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SCBIO CEO Konduros accepts new leadership position, COO Erin Ford appointed interim CEO by SCBIO Board of Directors
April 7, 2021
Exiting CEO credited with reinvigorating organization, building team and investor base to “take South Carolina life sciences to an entirely new level”; SCBIO to conduct national search for new CEO…
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Outplacement and Career Transition Benefits Promote the Bottom Line
April 7, 2021
By Gene Mills Gallivan, MS Whether you call it reorganization, right-sizing, termination, downsizing, layoff, reorganization or restructuring, turnover is daunting for both the organization and the individuals involved. In today’s…
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Edisto Island Open Land Trust hires new Donor Relations Manager
April 7, 2021
Edisto Island Open Land Trust is pleased to welcome Tapley Garrison Baxter as the new Donor Relations Manager. Tapley is originally from North Carolina but has made South Carolina her…
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Blackbaud appoints Brandon Sharrett President and General Manager of Blackbaud Corporate Solutions™
April 7, 2021
Blackbaud announced that Brandon Sharrett has been appointed president and general manager for Blackbaud Corporate Solutions™, reporting to David Benjamin, executive vice president, International Markets Group. In this role, Sharrett…
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SCRA announces new Member Companies and funding
April 7, 2021
South Carolina Research Authority (SCRA) announces Hirodika Biosciences, Inc. and GeoMat, LLC, being accepted as new Member Companies, and being approved for grant funding. Hirodika Biosciences, Inc. has been accepted…
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100% of local nonprofit staff recognized as Certified Dementia Practitioners
April 6, 2021
Respite Care Charleston (RCC) announced all regular staff have been recognized as Certified Dementia Practitioners (CDP) by the National Council of Certified Dementia Practitioners (NCCDP). Executive Director Sara Perry, Program…
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John Harris Body Shop to give away car to local veteran
April 6, 2021
John Harris Body Shops is partnering with GEICO and the National Auto Body Council to give away a vehicle on Thursday, April 8, 2021 at 1:00 pm at their newest…
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Outdoor Festival showcases College of Charleston School of the Arts performances
April 6, 2021
There is no question that COVID-19 has taken its toll on the entertainment industry, but the College of Charleston School of the Arts (SOTA) is bringing it back to life. On April…
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College of Charleston student group aims to improve diversity among medical professionals
April 6, 2021While in between classes at the College of Charleston, senior Katlyne Jeter works on the frontlines of COVID-19 research. The formidable student took a full-time position with Charleston-based Precision Genetics, now Precision…
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Charleston Essentials Market to return to Marion Square with COVID-19 restrictions in place
April 6, 2021
Due to the ongoing situation related to COVID-19 in South Carolina, the Charleston Farmers Market will return to Marion Square in its essentials-only format on Saturday, April 10, 2021 from…
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