South Carolina Chamber of Commerce names new CEO
March 11, 2021
On Wednesday, March 10th, the South Carolina Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors announced that Bob Morgan was selected as the next SC Chamber of Commerce CEO. Mr. Morgan will…
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SeamonWhiteside adapts amid pandemic to support Lowcountry Heart Walk event
March 11, 2021
SeamonWhiteside, a full-service land design firm with offices throughout the Carolinas, recently participated in the Lowcountry Heart Walk benefiting the American Heart Association. SeamonWhiteside raised $11,382 to help contribute to…
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New documentary explores College of Charleston’s role in slavery
March 11, 2021If These Walls Could Talk, a new documentary about the history of the College of Charleston, sets ablaze a path for healthy reconciliation within the College community by bringing attention…
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International African American Museum launches first digital exhibit
March 11, 2021
This past Black History Month, the International African American Museum and Google Arts & Culture launched their first collaborative digital experience, which offers audience members a chance to take a…
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Basware expanding North American headquarters in Lancaster County
March 11, 2021
Expansion will create approximately 15 new jobs over the next three years Basware, a Finland-based e-invoicing solutions provider for enterprises, today announced plans to expand the company’s North American headquarters…
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City awarded HUD CDBG-MIT grant to alleviate flooding in medical district
March 11, 2021
On Tuesday, March 9, 2021, the city of Charleston was awarded $10 million from the HUD Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Mitigation Program to construct the Medical District Drainage Tunnel…
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Charleston Metro Chamber releases 2021 Economic Forecast
March 11, 2021
The Charleston Metro Chamber presented the 2021 Economic Forecast at its 30th Annual Economic Outlook Conference held virtually on Wednesday. The forecast for the Charleston region is a partnership project between the Charleston Metro…
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U.S. Properties Group signs Big Lots to Cross Creek Plaza, Beaufort
March 11, 2021
BEAUFORT, SC – Cross Creek Plaza – U.S. Properties Group (USPG) announces the signing of a lease for a 33,796 SF Big Lots at Cross Creek Plaza. This acquisition of…
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GlycoPath secures seed investment to further develop, validate and commercialize GlycoTyper™
March 11, 2021
CHARLESTON, SC – GlycoPath Inc., the developer of advanced bioanalytical assays based on its proprietary GlycoTyperTM immunoaffinity technology, announced the closing of its seed investment round with Bruker Corporation (Nasdaq:…
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New Leaf Builders honored with Newland’s coveted Robert B. McLeod Partners in Placemaking award
March 11, 2021New Leaf Builders was recently honored with the Robert B. McLeod Partners in Placemaking Award. Granted by Newland to just four vendor partners a year, the honor was the first…
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Willis HR recognizes not one but two employee promotions
March 11, 2021
Willis HR announced and recognized the promotions of Kayla Williams and Jennifer Row. Kayla Williams has been promoted to a Client Experience & Marketing Manager. Kayla has contributed greatly to…
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Liberty Fellowship accepting nominations for the Class of 2023
March 10, 2021
Liberty Fellowship is accepting online nominations through July 1 for its 16th Class of Fellows. “We look forward to receiving nominations from across the state and announcing the new class…
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Del Webb Charleston at Nexton celebrates 350th home sale
March 10, 2021
Nexton, the most innovative and walkable community in South Carolina, announced its 350th home sale of their active adult community, Del Webb Charleston at Nexton. Named the 2019 “Best 55+…
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Colliers Dealmakers: Recent purchases, sales, leases and investments in South Carolina
March 10, 2021
Colliers | South Carolina is pleased to announce the following recently completed commercial real estate transactions from our offices across the state: Charleston, SC Kristie Roe, Alex Irwin and William…
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Frampton Construction finishes first of two buildings at Portside Distribution Center
March 10, 2021
Frampton Construction completes first Portside Distribution Center building Frampton Construction Company, LLC, a regional full-service construction firm providing planning and design support, preconstruction, and construction services, has brought construction of…
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22nd Annual Lowcountry Food Bank Chefs’ Feast raises over $380,000 to fight childhood hunger
March 10, 2021
The Lowcountry Food Bank held its 22nd annual Chefs’ Feast: Home Edition on Saturday, February 27th, 2021 as an online, live event. During COVID-19, much of our community has worked…
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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis announces addition of over 600,000 new properties to Unclaimed Property website
March 9, 2021
State Treasurer Curtis Loftis announced today that more than 600,000 new properties have been reported to the State’s Unclaimed Property Program, including over 3,500 $50 rebate checks that were issued…
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Sustain SC launches to connect commerce and conservation
March 9, 2021
Economic Development Driven Organization Will Convene Stakeholders Around Sustainability The Board of Directors of Sustain SC announced the launch today of the organization with a mission to connect the sustainability…
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Nexton named Best Master-Planned Community in the U.S. by NAHB
March 9, 2021
Nexton, South Carolina’s most innovative and walkable community, was recognized as the top master-planned community in the U.S. by the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB). During NAHB’s 2021 Nationals…
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Gov. Henry McMaster names South Carolina’s first Chief Resilience Officer
March 9, 2021
SCDRO Director Ben Duncan to Lead S.C. Office of Resilience Governor Henry McMaster today named the director of South Carolina’s Disaster Recovery Office (SCDRO), Ben Duncan, as South Carolina’s first…
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On Time Distribution, LLC establishing operations in Clarendon County
March 9, 2021$5.8 million investment will create 75 new jobs over the next five years On Time Distribution, LLC, a water and air filtration company, today announced plans to establish operations in…
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Women-Owned creative agency Flock and Rally earns Gold and Silver ADDY Awards
March 9, 2021
Flock and Rally, the women-owned integrated communications and marketing agency based in Columbia, South Carolina, earned two ADDY Awards from the American Advertising Federation (AAF) of the Midlands, including one…
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Firefly Distillery introduces Bend & Steal American Whiskey
March 9, 2021
Firefly Distillery, South Carolina’s oldest working distillery, today announced the release of a new artisanal spirit, Bend & Steal American Whiskey. A tribute to the art of distilling, aging and…
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Charlton deSaussure, Jr. named 2021 Best Lawyers® “Lawyer of the Year” for Public Finance Law in Charleston
March 9, 2021
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd announced that Charlton deSaussure, Jr. was recently recognized by Best Lawyers as the 2021 “Lawyer of the Year” for Public Finance Law in Charleston. Charlton is a…
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COVID-19 One year later: DHEC Shares a Message to South Carolinians of Hope and Gratitude
March 9, 2021
One year since the first two suspected COVID-19 cases in our state, people across South Carolina have stepped up to support our state and each other during this unprecedented global…
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Vendr announces $60 million Series A to fuel the future of SaaS buying
March 8, 2021
Vendr, the SaaS buying platform, today announces a $60 million Series A led by Tiger Global Management, with participation from existing investors Craft Ventures, Y Combinator, Sound Ventures, Garage Capital,…
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GSSM to honor Lou and Bill Kennedy with Townes Award
March 8, 2021
The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science + Mathematics (GSSM) and its Foundation will honor Lou and Bill Kennedy with the 2021 Townes Award during “Empowering STEM Leaders,” the 27th annual…
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Gov. Henry McMaster pens letter to members of the General Assembly, urging passage of election integrity legislation
March 8, 2021
Governor Henry McMaster today wrote a letter to every member of the South Carolina General Assembly urging them to protect the integrity of South Carolina’s elections by passing H. 3444. The…
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No Kid Hungry campaign supports rural grantee cohort: Lowcountry Food Bank receives funding
March 8, 2021
As part of its ongoing efforts to reduce food insecurity in rural communities, No Kid Hungry, a national campaign of Share Our Strength, has invested a total of $438,000 across…
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The SC Council on Competitiveness announces 5 finalists for 2021 SC STEM Educator of the Year
March 8, 2021
SC Tech, an initiative of the SC Council on Competitiveness, in partnership with S²TEM Centers SC and The Citadel STEM Center, announced today its five finalists for the 2021 STEM…
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K&L Gates names W. Ford Graham as partner in their Charleston office
March 7, 2021
The partners of global law firm K&L Gates LLP have voted to elect the following lawyers from across the United States, Asia, Australia, and the Middle East as new partners…
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Historic Charleston Foundation welcomes new Board Members
March 7, 2021
Historic Charleston Foundation introduced Jimmy Gallant, Kathleen Hagood, Elijah Heyward and Anthony Jackson, who were recently elected to the Historic Charleston Foundation Board of Trustees. Rev. Jimmy Gallant pastor and founder…
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2021 SCMA Woman of the Year Award Presented to Barbara Melvin, COO, South Carolina State Ports Authority
March 5, 2021
Barbara Melvin, Chief Operating Officer of the South Carolina State Ports Authority, was today named the 2021 SCMA Woman of the Year at a virtual awards presentation held during the…
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LCK Report: Construction starts trending upward after mid-year decline
March 5, 2021
Research & Forecast Report SOUTH CAROLINA Construction Trends Report Year-end 2020 Key Takeaways Year-end statewide construction starts in key sectors are $222 million below 2019 totals. Pre-development indicators…
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Joyce Beach named 2020 Commercial Realtor of the Year by Charleston Trident Association of Realtors
March 4, 2021
CBRE’s Joyce Beach was recognized by the Charleston Trident Association of Realtors®️ (CTAR) as the 2020 Commercial Realtor®️ of the Year at their annual Commercial Investment Division’s luncheon on March…
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United Community Bank prepares to amplify brand with new Chief Marketing Officer
March 4, 2021
United Community Bank is expanding its executive leadership team by adding Francie Staub as Chief Marketing Officer. In this role, Staub will spearhead the bank’s digital marketing, advertising, branding and…
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City of Charleston, Charleston Habitat for Humanity break ground on new affordable housing
March 4, 2021Charleston Mayor John Tecklenburg, Charleston Habitat for Humanity Executive Director Lynn Bowley and future Habitat homeowners were on hand for a groundbreaking of a new affordable single family home located…
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30th Annual Economic Outlook Conference on March 10
March 4, 2021
The Charleston Metro Chamber and South Carolina Federal Credit Union proudly present the 30th Annual Economic Outlook Conference on March 10 from 8:45 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. This annual update and forecast is regarded as essential among…
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College of Charleston named a top producer of Fulbright Students
March 4, 2021
For the sixth year in a row, the College of Charleston has been named one of the top producers of Fulbright students among master’s-level colleges and universities in the United…
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Berkeley County to hold groundbreaking for Railroad Avenue Extension
March 4, 2021A critical road project, that’s been in the works since the 1990s, is moving forward in Hanahan. Berkeley County held a groundbreaking ceremony for Railroad Avenue Extension on Thursday, March…
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GrowFood Carolina ‘grows’ beyond 990 Morrison and into site search for the future
March 4, 2021
NAI Charleston announced the sale of 990 Morrison Drive as GrowFood Carolina looks to the future with a much-needed expansion. GrowFood is a program of the Coastal Conservation League that…
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PCT LTD announces settlement of litigation
March 4, 2021
LITTLE RIVER, SC – -PCT LTD announces it has resolved its dispute with Annihilare Medical Systems, Inc. and two of its former employees. Gary Grieco, PCTL’s Chairman, stated, “We are…
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ClaimLogiq co-founder joins Forbes’ inaugural Next 1000 class
March 4, 2021
ClaimLogiq co-founder and Executive Vice President Janene Hill has been named to Forbes’ first-ever Next 1000 class. Hill joins the first 250 notable entrepreneurs from around the country and across…
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Jeff Herrera announced as Vice President of Marketing and Partnerships at Visiture
March 4, 2021
CHARLESTON, SC – Visiture, a mid-market and enterprise digital commerce agency with expertise in commerce transformation, accelerated revenue growth, and new customer acquisition and retention performance marketing solutions, announced today…
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Avreo welcomes Nick Murillo as Vice President of Channel Partner Sales
March 4, 2021
NORTH CHARLESTON, SC – Avreo, Inc., a developer of healthcare workflow solutions, announced today that Nick Murillo has joined the company as the Vice President of Channel Partner Sales. With…
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The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science and Mathematics renames distinguished leadership award after Randall M. La Cross
March 3, 2021
The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics (GSSM) honored Mr. Randall M. La Cross by renaming its Distinguished Research Leadership Award after him during the School’s 32nd Annual Research…
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UofSC remains major statewide economic force, new study finds
March 3, 2021
The University of South Carolina pumps approximately $6.2 billion annually into the state’s economy, making it a major contributor to the Palmetto State’s growing job market and an essential part…
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State of South Carolina announces T-Mobile expansion in Charleston County
March 3, 2021
The company’s $10.2 million investment will create up to 540 new jobs The State of South Carolina today announced that T-Mobile US, Inc. (NASDAQ: TMUS), one of the largest wireless network…
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Dream team: Murrells Inlet woman teams with SC 4-Star General “Fig” Newton in penning biography
March 3, 2021
PAWLEYS ISLAND, SC – The extraordinary military career of Gen. Lloyd W. “Fig” Newton, a native South Carolinian, has been captured in a compelling new book, co-authored by a Murrells…
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SpiritLine Cruises, Fort Sumter Tours announce tour package with Boone Hall
March 3, 2021Fort Sumter Tours and SpiritLine Cruises have partnered with Boone Hall Plantation in Mount Pleasant to offer Charleston area visitors a new way to experience Charleston history on land and…
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