Charleston Jazz Orchestra Season 13 announced
October 27, 2020
Charleston Jazz announced Season 13 for the Charleston Jazz Orchestra (CJO). 2021 CJO Season 13 will feature a lineup of performances to include a musical timeline of the history of…
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Colliers Report: Discount shops and grocery stores are trending during the pandemic in Charleston
October 26, 2020
Research & Forecast Report Q3-2020 CHARLESTON | RETAIL Key Takeaways The Charleston retail market absorbed 134,097 square feet during the third quarter of 2020 dropping the overall vacancy rate down…
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Act UNITED for more affordable housing
October 26, 2020
By Sarah DeWolf Trident United Way, Public Policy Committee Chair You can make a difference this election day by supporting affordable housing in the form of two referenda in Charleston…
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Five new ship-to-shore cranes arriving soon at SC Ports
October 26, 2020
South Carolina Ports eagerly anticipates the arrival of five new ship-to-shore cranes for the Hugh K. Leatherman Terminal, which is on track to open in March. The new cranes are among the tallest…
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2021 CJO Season 13 announced
October 26, 2020
Charleston Jazz is excited to announce Season 13 for the Charleston Jazz Orchestra (CJO). 2021 CJO Season 13 will feature a lineup of performances to include a musical timeline of the history…
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Student research at Grice Marine Lab undeterred by pandemic
October 26, 2020It’s kind of fitting that, when Rowan Emerson, Morgan Lattomus and Hails Tanaka emerged from quarantine early last summer, it was to focus on research at the Grice Marine Laboratory at Fort Johnson. Turns out,…
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Berkeley County begins Comprehensive Plan update
October 26, 2020
Berkeley County is kicking off its 10-year Comprehensive Plan update, called “One Berkeley”, with five in-person meetings throughout Berkeley County and three virtual meetings in November. All information regarding the…
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Lowcountry Food Bank receives $10,000 donation from the Food Lion Feeds Charitable Foundation
October 26, 2020
The Lowcountry Food Bank (LCFB) announced today a $10,000 grant from The Food Lion Feeds Charitable Foundation to help provide hunger-relief to Lowcountry children. The LCFB will use the funding…
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Jarrard, Nowell & Russell, LLC expands to new, larger office space
October 23, 2020Move marks 15 years in business and accommodates growth Jarrard, Nowell & Russell, LLC (JNR), a Charleston-based accounting and business advisory firm, has moved three of its Lowcountry offices to…
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SeamonWhiteside announces Jason Munday as new Lowcountry Business Development Leader
October 23, 2020
SeamonWhiteside (SW+), civil engineering and landscape architecture firm, welcomes Jason Munday to the Mount Pleasant and Summerville office locations in his new role as the Lowcountry Business Development Leader. As…
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New Listing – Clements Ferry Road
October 22, 2020
Approximately three acres of raw land for development in the Clements Ferry Road corridor. Property is served by two (2) entry points. Property is zoned General Commercial and sold subject…
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Terminix warns about COVID-19 effects on rodent Behavior
October 22, 2020
While the cooler temperatures of fall and winter typically increase the number of rodent infestations, the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and lack of primary food sources are also impacting the behavior…
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DHEC, UofSC, to lead year-long initiative to evaluate COVID-19 infection and immunity over time
October 22, 2020
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) and the University of South Carolina (UofSC) are leading an extensive initiative to fortify the state’s response to COVID-19. This science-guided,…
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Funding available to support rain garden installations for Charleston Rainproof Pilot Project
October 22, 2020
Grants in the amount of $200 to support the installation of rain gardens are now available to city of Charleston residents, businesses and organizations through funding provided by Keep South…
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USDA invests $62 million in rural South Carolina electric infrastructure
October 22, 2020
Highlights Record Investments in FY 2020 Investments to Benefit 1.4 Million Rural Residents and Businesses in 25 States U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue today announced that the U.S. Department…
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Colliers Report: Shifting production trends increase Charleston industrial demand
October 22, 2020
Research & Forecast Report Q3-2020 CHARLESTON | INDUSTRIAL Key Takeaways The Charleston industrial market continues to post positive absorption; causing the vacancy rate to decrease to 9.14% this quarter. There…
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New Cougar Inclusion Team aims to make CofC campus more welcoming
October 22, 2020
A new collaboration of campus partners called the Cougar Inclusion Team hopes to help create a more welcoming and inclusive environment at the College of Charleston through a reporting form where members of…
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Lowcountry Food Bank receives $29,100 donation from the Arby’s Foundation to Fight Hunger
October 21, 2020
The Lowcountry Food Bank (LCFB), a member of the Feeding America network, announced today two grants from the Arby’s Foundation. A $27,100 grant award supports the LCFB BackPack Buddies program,…
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United Community Banks, Inc. reports third quarter results
October 21, 2020United Community Banks, Inc. reported third quarter financial results, including solid year-over-year loan and deposit growth and record operating efficiency. United delivered net income of $47.6 million and pre-tax pre-provision…
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New dining, retail and service offerings now open at Nexton Square
October 21, 2020
Tropical Smoothie Café, The Bicycle Shoppe and Realty ONE Group are now open at Nexton Square, a 135,000-square-foot town center in Nexton. Tropical Smoothie Café is serving its freshly made…
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Diversity and inclusion? Gen Z’s about that
October 21, 2020
Tallo survey finds massive impact in recruiting based on applicants’ views of how companies are walking the walk, not just talking the talk MOUNT PLEASANT, SC – One in three…
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RMHC Charleston 2020 Helicopter Ball Drop
October 21, 2020Sponsored by Fly-In Helicopters Just $50 for a chance to win $5,000! Purchase a golf ball for just $50, and you will receive a chance to win $5,000 at the…
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Phase 1 of Smart Reef System installed off S.C. coast
October 21, 2020
Partnership between S.C. Floodwater Commission and Coastal Carolina University will generate offshore and marine information in real time PHASE ONE of a sensor-laden “smart [ocean] reef” system capable of gathering…
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Firefly Distillery launches loyalty program
October 20, 2020
Firefly Distillery has focused on providing unique experiences for patrons throughout the pandemic, and is now launching a new loyalty program to reward return visitors who have supported this Charleston…
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Hilton Head Island MLS hosting industry leaders for virtual symposium
October 20, 2020
Some of the biggest names in the real estate industry will be speaking to Hilton Head Island MLS members in the annual Real Estate Tech Symposium on October 21. The…
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Ingevity announces proposed private offering of senior unsecured notes
October 20, 2020
NORTH CHARLESTON, SC – Ingevity Corporation announced that it is commencing a private offering of $550.0 million in aggregate principal amount of senior unsecured notes in a transaction exempt from…
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Ingevity reports selected preliminary third quarter 2020 financial results
October 20, 2020
Ingevity Corporation reported selected preliminary financial results for the third quarter. Ingevity’s results were driven by global automotive demand and production rebound versus weak second quarter, continued strong paving activity,…
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Four new TourHealth sites offer free COVID-19 testing in South Carolina
October 20, 2020
Testing in Florence begins Wednesday, Oct. 21 with other sites opening Oct. 28 and Nov. 11 TourHealth, a comprehensive COVID-19 testing solution, will begin testing individuals this month at four…
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PCT Ltd. received $400,000 in financing for expansion of Annihilyzer® Infection Control Systems and Other Products Amidst Increased COVID-19 Case Reports
October 20, 2020
LITTLE RIVER, SC – PCT LTD announced that it has received $400,000 in funding from California based RB Capital Partners, Inc. RB Capital has provided funding to the Company in…
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Gov. Henry McMaster announces Minority, Small Business and Nonprofit Relief Grant Application Start
October 19, 2020
Gov. McMaster announced that two new South Carolina CARES Act grant programs, the Minority and Small Business Relief Grant Program and the Nonprofit Relief Grant Program, will begin accepting applications…
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S.C. Arts Commission grants eclipsed $5.5 million in FY20
October 19, 2020
• Emergency relief assisted 346 artists and arts organizations • Grants distributed in 44 counties In recently completed FY2020, South Carolina Arts Commission grants totaling $5.59 million went out into…
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CCSD able to provide additional meals at no cost to students through USDA
October 19, 2020Charleston County School District’s (CCSD) Nutrition Services Department is serving additional food and meals at no cost to students and their families through the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Child and…
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SC Secretary of State releases Wise Giving Report and Give Smart Watch List in conjunction with International Charity Fraud Awareness Week
October 19, 2020
South Carolina Secretary of State Mark Hammond announced the release of his office’s 2019-2020 Wise Giving Report, in conjunction with International Charity Fraud Awareness Week (ICFAW). ICFAW, which runs from…
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CCSD student discovers unsung heroes who changed the world
October 19, 2020
Nicholas Turco, a Charleston County School of the Arts sixth grader, was named a $1,000 winner of the Lowell Milken Center (LMS) for Unsung Heroes’ annual Discovery Award competition –…
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Nexton unveils next development chapter with Midtown
October 19, 2020
Nexton, South Carolina’s most innovative and walkable community, announced today the details of Midtown, its latest development phase. Upon completion, Midtown will consist of more than 2,500 homes, the first…
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Village Idiot celebrates giving milestone, 30th anniversary
October 19, 2020
Local pizzeria has donated over $100,000 in community giving Village Idiot Pizza is celebrating 30 years of serving NY-style pizza in the Midlands. Recently, the local, small business owned by…
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Frampton Construction named number one fastest growing company in South Carolina
October 18, 2020
Frampton Construction Company, LLC, a full-service construction firm providing planning and design support, preconstruction, and construction services, has been named one of the 40 fastest-growing companies in South Carolina for…
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Life Cycle Engineering adds three new members to its Executive Leadership Team
October 17, 2020
Life Cycle Engineering (LCE) announced it has added three new members to its Executive Leadership Team: Kellam White, Noor Hassan, and Pete Thomas. Kellam White (pictured) Vice President, Contracts Ms.…
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Kiawah River announces new Broker in Charge
October 16, 2020
Kiawah River, a new waterfront community near Charleston, announced Chris Drury as the new broker in charge of residential real estate sales. Drury previously served as president and broker in…
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Six South Carolina communities turn to NHE Association Management
October 16, 2020
NHE, Inc. continues to expand its association management portfolio with the addition of six more South Carolina communities across the Upstate, company officials have announced. NHE is one of the…
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New WestLawn office building coming to the BullStreet District, to be largest of its kind in S.C.
October 15, 2020Robinson Gray Stepp & Laffitte law firm to occupy top two floors of unique mass timber building Work has begun in the BullStreet District on a unique 75,000 sq ft.…
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Are you prepared for open enrollment in a digital world?
October 15, 2020
By Andrew Monk, Manager Benefits Education The Cason Group With a global pandemic continuing to affect the workplace, many businesses will be conducting open enrollment for 2021 with a remote…
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Mace Brown Museum of Natural History aims to increase visibility
October 15, 2020The Mace Brown Museum of Natural History at the College of Charleston has a couple of new residents. Casts of skulls of a Triceratops and a Tyrannosaurus officially made their debut as the newest members of the…
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Pete Harper, CCIM, Reid Davis, CCIM, SIOR, and Cameron Yost, CCIM leased 5,935 SF of office space in Charleston
October 14, 2020
Lee & Associates Charleston’s Office Advisors Pete Harper, CCIM, Reid Davis, CCIM, SIOR, and Cameron Yost, CCIM, represented the Landlord, West Ashley Medical Center of Charleston, LLC, in the renewal…
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DHEC receives $200,000 EPA grant for environmental justice project in South Carolina
October 14, 2020
Today, the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) celebrated its selection as a recipient of a U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) grant for environmental justice projects that…
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Colliers International Dealmakers: Recent purchases, sales, leases and investments in South Carolina
October 14, 2020
Colliers International | South Carolina announced the following recently completed commercial real estate transactions from our offices across the state: Charleston, SC Kristie Roe, CCIM SIOR, Alex Irwin and William…
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Reid Davis, CCIM, SIOR, Pete Harper, CCIM, and Cameron Yost, CCIM leased 4,447 SF of office space in North Charleston
October 14, 2020
Lee & Associates Charleston’s Office Advisors Reid Davis, CCIM, SIOR, Pete Harper, CCIM, and Cameron Yost, CCIM, represented the Landlord, 4000 Faber Place Charleston, LLC, in the renewal of 4,447…
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Cori Nuttall and Bob Nuttall, SIOR, CPM represented the tenant in the lease of 3,038 SF of office space in Charleston
October 14, 2020
Lee & Associates Charleston’s Bob Nuttall, SIOR, CPM and Cori Nuttall represented the Tenant, SEPI Engineering, in the lease of 3,038 SF of office space located at 176 Croghan Spur…
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5th Street Group to close all restaurants on election day
October 14, 2020
5th Street Group has announced that it will be closing all restaurants on Election Day. Locations include 5Church and Tempest in Charleston as well as 5Church and Sophia’s Lounge in…
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Ryan Welch, SIOR and Clarke Attaway represented the buyer in the purchase of 0.26 acres of land in North Charleston
October 14, 2020
Lee & Associates Charleston’s Ryan Welch, SIOR and Clarke Attaway represented the Buyer, 1426 Meeting St, LLC, in the purchase of 0.26 acres of land with a proposed 5,800 SF…
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