United Community Bank rank earns top honors from Forbes
February 16, 2021
United Community Bank has recently been recognized on two prestigious lists by Forbes magazine. For the eighth consecutive year, the bank was named to Forbes list of America’s Best 100…
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SCRA announces investment in drone-related startup, UASidekick
February 16, 2021South Carolina Research Authority (SCRA) announces its affiliate, SC Launch, Inc.’s, investment of $200,000 in UASidekick, Inc., a Greenville-based drone software company. UASidekick became an SC Launch Member Company in…
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Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd and John Tiller recognized in 2021 Benchmark Litigation Rankings
February 16, 2021
Benchmark Litigation has recognized Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd’s John Tiller as a Local Litigation Star in the areas of Product Liability and Securities in its 2021 rankings. Benchmark Litigation also ranked…
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South Carolina COVID-19 vaccine demographics presented in new online dashboard
February 15, 2021
Data will help drive efforts to ensure all South Carolinians have equal access to COVID-19 vaccine The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) today launched a new…
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SC Works Trident to launch virtual hiring series
February 15, 2021
SC Works Trident is continuing to develop innovative solutions to connect area job-seekers and employers with the announcement of a new virtual hiring series. The first event will take place…
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MUSC board votes to approve request for two certificates of need, receives mid-year reports
February 15, 2021
Recently, the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) and Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA) Board of Trustees met for their regularly scheduled combined committee sessions and board meeting. In light…
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Announcing the 2021 S.C. Governor’s Awards for the Arts recipients
February 15, 2021
The South Carolina Arts Commission (SCAC) is announcing seven qualified recipients of South Carolina’s highest award for high achievement in practicing or supporting the arts. The South Carolina Governor’s Awards…
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Engineering program takes root at the College of Charleston
February 15, 2021
Say the word engineering and most people conjure images of intricate plans, complicated structures or state-of-the-art devices. While those interpretations are valid, engineering is a rapidly evolving domain with ever-increasing…
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Charleston Promise Neighborhood receives $50,000 grant
February 15, 2021
As a result of its continual pursuit of intentional philanthropy, a family long known for its generosity to the under-served saw a great need in an under-resourced corridor of Charleston,…
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Fetter Health Care Network announces COVID-19 vaccine clinic info for the remainder of February
February 14, 2021
Fetter Health Care Network (Fetter) announced it will continue hosting COVID-19 vaccination clinics to distribute the vaccine in accordance with SC DHEC guidelines for Phase 1a distribution. Phase 1a includes…
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Live outdoor concerts return this spring with Safe Sounds at Firefly
February 14, 2021
Firefly Distillery, South Carolina’s oldest working distillery, announced the third installment of its social distanced concert series, Safe Sounds at Firefly powered by REV Federal Credit Union in partnership with…
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Alzheimer’s Association selects South Carolinians for National Early-Stage Advisory Group
February 14, 2021
The Alzheimer’s Association has selected Greenville resident Maria Turner and Clover resident Laurie Waters to serve on its 2020-2021 National Early-Stage Advisory Group (ESAG). Turner and Waters were chosen from…
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Frampton Construction names Toni Moore to new position
February 12, 2021
Frampton Construction, a full-service construction firm providing planning and design support, preconstruction, and construction services, has added Toni Moore as culture and community manager. In this new role within the…
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Gaming apps skills development company skillsgapp inks contract with San Bernardino County Superintendent of Schools
February 12, 2021
Soft skills and middle-skills gaming app development company skillsgapp has been selected by San Bernardino County Superintendent of Schools (SBCSS) to provide its gaming apps focused on helping Generation Z…
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Monthly Sweeps cleaning S.C. rivers and streams
February 12, 2021
SWEEPS ACROSS SOUTH CAROLINA is a partnership between the S.C. Aquarium, the S.C. Floodwater Commission, and SC7 By W. Thomas Smith Jr. The South Carolina Aquarium has partnered with the…
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Major innovation announcement planned, SC Life Sciences conference shatters registration record
February 11, 2021
With conference registration surging more than 20% past prior record levels and the addition of a “singularly significant innovation announcement focused on cancer treatments and precision medicine advancement”, SCBIO’s “The…
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Why Your Child Doesn’t Learn Critical Thinking in School
February 11, 2021
By Steven J. Pearlman, PhD If you’re like most parents, you want your child to learn to think critically, and if you’re expecting that their education should play a vital…
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The Cassina Group’s Owen Tyler honored as Charleston Global Realtor of The Year
February 11, 2021
Owen Tyler, partner and managing broker of Charleston real estate firm The Cassina Group, was honored as the 2020 Charleston Global Realtor of the Year by the Charleston Trident Association…
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DHEC offers centralized phone number, email for locating delayed COVID-19 test results
February 11, 2021
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) is making it easier for residents to track down any delayed COVID-19 test results with a single centralized phone number…
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Lowcountry Women’s Specialists joins Unified Women’s Healthcare
February 11, 2021
Lowcountry Women’s Specialists has joined Unified Women’s Healthcare, the leading physician practice management company dedicated exclusively to women’s healthcare. The Summerville-based practice joins the 13-state Unified Women’s Healthcare network, furthering…
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NUPI Americas, Inc. expanding operations in Hampton County
February 10, 2021
$4.3 million investment will create 28 new jobs NUPI Americas, Inc., a subsidiary of Nupi Industrie Italiane, S.p.A., today announced plans to expand operations in Hampton County. The $4.3 million…
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Wells Fargo invests in six Black-owned banks, including Optus in Columbia
February 10, 2021
Wells Fargo recently announced equity investments in six African American Minority Depository Institutions (MDIs) as part of its March 10, 2020, pledge to invest up to $50 million in Black-owned…
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Santee Cooper releases white paper on Black & Veatch report
February 10, 2021
SC Department of Administration Commissioned Independent Engineering Report Affirms Santee Cooper Operations and Practices Three Key Findings by Black & Veatch: Santee Cooper facilities are well constructed, in good condition…
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Governor’s School for Science + Mathematics welcomes inaugural group of Duke Energy STEM Scholars
February 10, 2021
The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science + Mathematics (GSSM) welcomed 15 students from the Pee Dee area to be the inaugural group of Duke Energy STEM Scholars. These students,…
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Frampton Construction wraps up The Shelmore redevelopment project
February 10, 2021Frampton Construction Company, LLC, a full-service construction firm providing planning and design support, preconstruction, and construction services, has completed construction on The Shelmore, a Class-A mixed-use property located at 774…
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Generac Power Systems, Inc. establishing operations in Edgefield County
February 10, 2021
Generac Power Systems, Inc., a leading global power and energy technology company serving the residential, commercial and industrial markets, today announced plans to establish operations in Edgefield County. The company’s…
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Maddie Hilliard joins Flock and Rally as project coordinator
February 10, 2021
Maddie Hilliard has been hired as a project coordinator at Flock and Rally, the full-service, women-owned communications and marketing agency based in Columbia, South Carolina. Since joining the firm as…
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South Carolina export sales top $30.3 billion in 2020
February 9, 2021State leads the nation as top exporter of tires, completed passenger motor vehicles and ball and roller bearings Gov. Henry McMaster, the S.C. Department of Commerce and the SC Ports…
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Frampton Construction promotes four team members
February 9, 2021
Frampton Construction Company, LLC, a full-service construction firm providing planning and design support, preconstruction, and construction services, has promoted Joey Smith, Phillip Marino, Alex Seglem, and Leigh Anne Conto. Marino,…
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YWCA Greater Charleston’s WE 360° program brings business growth to women entrepreneurs of color
February 9, 2021
On February 15, 2021, YWCA Greater Charleston will begin its fourth WE 360° workshop series for women entrepreneurs of color. The WE 360° program, which the nonprofit offered three times…
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Vigilent Labs kicks off production of COVID-19 test kits at its new North Charleston headquarters
February 9, 2021
Vigilent Labs, an advanced health and medical technology company that provides solutions for the detection, identification and assessment of health and bio-threats, has completed and shipped its first major order…
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CARTA to double frequency on Folly Road route
February 9, 2021
Starting Monday, Feb. 8, the Charleston Area Regional Transportation Authority (CARTA) will double service frequency Monday-Saturday on Route 31 Folly Road, the line that connects James Island and downtown Charleston.…
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Beach Residential hires marketing coordinator
February 9, 2021
Beach Residential, the residential sales division of The Beach Company, is pleased to announce one new hire at its Charleston headquarters. Mackenzie Ivey has been hired as a marketing coordinator…
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The Beach Company announces two new hires
February 9, 2021The Beach Company announced today one new hire at The Jasper, a luxury mixed-use building in downtown Charleston, and one new hire at its mixed-use developments in Greenville. Taylor Morgan…
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Colliers unveils new visual identity
February 9, 2021
Colliers launches brand refresh built to “own the blue” for years to come Charleston/Columbia/Greenville/Spartanburg, SC – Colliers (NASDAQ and TSX: CIGI) announces the launch of a new visual identity as…
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Founders Group International names Bobby McCullough general manager/head golf professional at River Hills
February 9, 2021
Bobby McCullough, who has nearly 15 years of industry experience, has been named general manager and head golf professional at River Hills Golf Club, one of Founders Group International’s 21…
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North Charleston High School Principal Henry Darby awarded Order of the Palmetto
February 9, 2021
Governor Henry McMaster presented North Charleston High School Principal Henry Darby with the Order of the Palmetto. The presentation took place on North Charleston High School’s campus. The Order of…
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Michelin North America and the International African American Museum announce inaugural traveling exhibition
February 9, 2021
The International African American Museum and Michelin North America, Inc., announced today a partnership focused on freedom in the age of mobility. The museum’s mission is to honor untold stories…
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SC Ports starts 2021 with steady cargo volumes
February 9, 2021
South Carolina Ports saw steady volumes at the start of 2021. SC Ports handled 216,265 twenty-foot equivalent container units (TEUs) at Wando Welch and North Charleston container terminals in January,…
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Gov. Henry McMaster removes State Accident Fund Director
February 9, 2021
Governor Henry McMaster issued Executive Order 2021-09, removing Amy V. Cofield from the office of Director of the State Accident Fund, effective immediately. In addition, the governor has formally requested…
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VentureSouth invests over $9 million in 26 Southeast companies in 2020
February 8, 2021
Despite the myriad challenges brought on by a global pandemic, VentureSouth announced another strong year of investment activity for 2020, with a total of $9.2 million invested in 26 early…
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The Hive receives $10K grant from Allstate Foundation to support survivors during COVID-19 pandemic
February 8, 2021
Funded by The Allstate Foundation, Local Organization Provides Economic and Emergency Relief to Survivors of Color Impacted During COVID-19 Pandemic The Hive Community Circle, a local cultural-specific peer advocacy non-profit…
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College of Charleston medical alumni answer common COVID vaccine questions
February 8, 2021
With the arrival and distribution of two (soon to be three) COVID-19 vaccines, there is light at the end of the pandemic tunnel, but this is not the time to…
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Trident United Way President & CEO Chloe Knight Tonney selected to become Riley Fellow
February 8, 2021
Trident United Way President & CEO Chloe Knight Tonney is joining leaders across the state to participate in the Diversity Leaders Initiative (DLI) at Furman University’s Riley Institute. Knight Tonney…
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Lowcountry Food Bank announces its 22nd Annual Chefs’ Feast to fight childhood hunger
February 8, 2021
The Lowcountry Food Bank (LCFB) announced today that its 22nd annual Chefs’ Feast gala will be held on Saturday, February 27th, 2021 at 7:00 p.m. as an online, live event.…
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2021 NEEDTOBREATHE Classic moves forward as golf-only event
February 8, 2021
The annual NEEDTOBREATHE Classic is moving forward this year. Organizers are committed to supporting nonprofit OneWorld Health in its work providing quality, affordable health care to underserved communities in East…
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Colliers Report: Charleston gross retail sales rebounding as retailers adopt new business operations
February 8, 2021
Research & Forecast Report Q4-2020 CHARLESTON | RETAIL Key Takeaways Despite a downward spike in retail sales at the start of the pandemic, Charleston gross retail sales have rebounded…
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Greater Good Charities and actor Chris Pratt award $20,000 to Lowcountry Food Bank
February 8, 2021
Successful Feed Thy Neighbor initiative to combat food insecurity due to COVID-19 pandemic Greater Good Charities and actor Chris Pratt award nearly $650,000, including $20,000 to Lowcountry Food Bank, after…
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CARTA to double service frequency on Folly Road route
February 8, 2021
Starting Monday, Feb. 8, the Charleston Area Regional Transportation Authority (CARTA) will double service frequency Monday-Saturday on Route 31 Folly Road, the line that connects James Island and downtown Charleston. The…
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CCSD Principal’s generosity draws national attention from NBC’s Today Show
February 8, 2021North Charleston High School (NCHS) Principal Henry Darby normally shies away from the limelight. However a recent revelation of his generosity put him in the spotlight both locally and nationally.…
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