South Carolina Department of Education awarded $31.5 million charter school grant
October 7, 2020
State Superintendent of Education Molly Spearman announced that South Carolina will receive a new grant award of more than $31.5 million over the course of the next five years from…
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Realtor William Prendergast joins The Cassina Group
October 7, 2020
Accomplished Charleston Realtor William Prendergast has joined The Cassina Group. Prendergast has a strong background in high-end construction and has built a successful real estate career focusing on luxury properties…
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Afghanistan War veteran elected to THE CITADEL’s Board of Visitors
October 7, 2020
By W. Thomas Smith, Jr. CHARLESTON, S.C. – Col. William Mellard “Bill” Connor V, an attorney and formerly deployed U.S. Army Infantry officer (currently serving in the Army Reserve), was…
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Ingevity names Erik Ripple as chief growth and innovation officer
October 7, 2020
Ingevity Corporation (NYSE:NGVT) today announced that it has named Erik Ripple as the company’s chief growth and innovation officer and as such will join the company’s leadership team, effective October…
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Chamber PAC announces endorsements for Charleston County Council
October 7, 2020
The Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce Political Action Committee (Chamber PAC) is pleased to announce its endorsement of Joe McKeown, Pastor Kylon Middleton and Brantley Moody for election to Charleston…
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Spoleto’s discussion series, Exploring Omar, continues this fall with eight installments through 2021
October 7, 2020
Free virtual discussions kick off Spoleto ETC (Engaging the Community) programming, including a partnership with the Charleston County Library for three book talks Spoleto Festival USA announces the continuation of…
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Firefly Distillery announces release of new Low Country Gin
October 6, 2020
Firefly Distillery, South Carolina’s oldest working distillery, is releasing a new spirit, Distillery Expressions Low Country Gin on Friday, October 9, 2020. Made in small batches with organic juniper and…
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Explore Charleston and Lowcountry Hospitality Association to host Hospitality Industry Job Fair – October 15
October 6, 2020
Explore Charleston and the Lowcountry Hospitality Association (LHA) are collaborating with community partners to host a hospitality industry job fair, Hire for Higher, on Thursday, October 15 at the renovated…
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Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired South Carolina announces October as ABVI Awareness Month
October 6, 2020
During the month of October, the Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired South Carolina (ABVI) is promoting awareness for the more than 15,000 adults who are blind or visually…
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Serendipity Labs Coworking opens in Mount Pleasant
October 6, 2020Offering On-Demand Office and Event Space with Stunning Riverfront Views The highly anticipated Serendipity Labs at Portside at Ferry Wharf will open and be ready to serve the business community of…
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Retail space available in Azalea Square Shopping Center
October 5, 2020
210 Azalea Square Blvd., Suite C – 4,312 SF Rare opportunity for high visibility retail space in Azalea Square. Former Jos A. Bank – available immediately. Space is built out…
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American Heart Association to kick off 2021 Lowcountry Heart Walk Campaign
October 5, 2020
The American Heart Association will officially kickoff the 2021 Lowcountry Heart Walk Campaign virtually on October 7th at 12PM via Zoom. The kickoff will showcase the opportunities to support the…
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Gov. Henry McMaster lifts restaurant occupancy limits statewide
October 2, 2020
Gov. Henry McMaster today issued Executive Order 2020-63, which lifts all occupancy limitations in restaurants throughout South Carolina, effective immediately. Previously, South Carolina’s restaurants were operating at 50% capacity. Now, they…
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Live Jazz + Firefly Cocktails + Lowcountry scenery
October 2, 2020
Limited number of tickets available for the CJO live performances at Firefly Distillery CHARLESTON, SC – For the remaining 2020 Charleston Jazz Orchestra Season 12 performances, Charleston Jazz, REV Federal…
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Cable One completes contribution of Alabama assets to Hargray
October 2, 2020
Hargray Communications and Cable One, Inc. announced today that the companies have completed the contribution of Cable One’s system serving Anniston, Alabama and surrounding areas, which operates under the Sparklight®…
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City of Charleston, Charleston LDC announce COVID-19 small business relief fund
October 2, 2020
Charleston Mayor John Tecklenburg and Charleston LDC CEO Steve Saltzman announced an $850,000 revolving loan fund to aid Charleston businesses impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. The funds were authorized by…
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Boeing to consolidate 787 production in South Carolina in 2021
October 2, 2020
As the airline industry continues to address the impact of COVID-19, The Boeing Company [NYSE: BA] said on October 1 that it will consolidate production of 787 jets at its…
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Dr. Andrea Richmond-Mart Joins Carolina OB/GYN
October 2, 2020
Murrells Inlet, SC—Carolina OB/GYN has announced the addition of Dr. Andrea Richmond-Mart. Dr. Richmond-Mart graduated from the University of South Carolina School of Medicine in 2016 and completed her residency…
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Belimed Steam Sterilizers now announced compatible for crisis strategy decontamination of specific single-use N95 respirators by industry-leading manufacturer 3M
October 1, 2020
Can N95 respirators be decontaminated in a steam sterilization cycle for reuse in situations of severe personal protective equipment (PPE) shortage? That question has been explored through collaboration between a…
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TIGHITCO receives Special Process Approval qualifications from Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin Company
October 1, 2020
Combines assets throughout Aerostructures Division TIGHITCOTM Inc. announced that its South Carolina Aerostructures facility has been awarded Sikorsky Special Process Approvals as a Group 2 Supplier. This approval allows the…
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Adrienne Fairwell selected to become Riley Fellow
October 1, 2020
South Carolina ETV and Public Radio assistant general manager joins a network of more than 2,300 leaders committed to creating social and economic progress in South Carolina Adrienne Fairwell of…
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Celebrate Agriculture, Arts and Tradition at Free, Drive-Through S.C. State Fair, Oct. 20-21
October 1, 2020
Fair food available for purchase with extended dates, Oct. 20-24 The first-ever free, Drive-Through S.C. State Fair is bringing the tradition of the State Fair to fairgoers in a new…
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SC Council on Competitiveness releases 2020 SC Logistics Study revealing an increased industry impact on state economy
October 1, 2020
The study reveals the impact of logistics in South Carolina, including revenue growth, employment, economic contribution, industry wages, and more. The SC Council on Competitiveness has released its 2020 SC…
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Lee & Associates Charleston continues its community engagement by serving on the CRDA Board
September 30, 2020
Wade Allen Newly Appointed Board Member Lee & Associates, the largest broker-owned commercial real estate firm in North America, announced today, Wade Allen, Broker-In-Charge and President of the Charleston office,…
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Tempest announces new weekend brunch menu
September 30, 2020
Items Include King Crab Benedict, Smoked Fish Toast and Shakshuka Tempest, a brand-new upscale seafood restaurant located on historic Market Street, is now offering weekend brunch from 10 a.m. to…
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Colliers Report: Charleston is prime for population spike, eventually increasing demand
September 30, 2020
Key Takeaways Negative effects of the pandemic are starting to be evident in the Charleston office market – no new offices were delivered; however, the office market posted a negative…
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Carter Deupree to serve as Secretary of Leadership South Carolina Board of Trustees
September 30, 2020
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd is pleased to announce that Carter Deupree is serving as Secretary of Leadership South Carolina’s Board of Trustees. Leadership SC is the state’s oldest and most respected…
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20 South Battery re-opens in Charleston, inviting travelers to discover the beauty and culture of a historic Charlestonian mansion
September 30, 202020 South Battery is inviting travelers to discover the beauty, history and culture of Charleston while enjoying a luxury hospitality experience as unique as its setting. The 1843 private mansion…
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College of Charleston Athletics and Medical University of South Carolina announce integrated, multi-year relationship
September 29, 2020
On the heels of introducing a relationship between College of Charleston (CofC) and Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) to provide enhanced overall health care and psychiatric services to CofC…
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National publication honors family engagement initiative from North Charleston Elementary
September 29, 2020North Charleston Elementary School is the first school from Charleston County School District to be featured in the annual National Network of Partnership Schools (NNPS) Promising Partnership Practices handbook. The…
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College of Charleston Chief Diversity Officer: ‘This is a Year of Action’
September 29, 2020The College of Charleston, under the guidance of the Office of Institutional Diversity (OID), is expanding programs and initiatives aimed at better supporting first-generation and underrepresented minority students to help ensure they…
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New Center for Climate Studies to be established at The Citadel
September 29, 2020Lt. Col. James B. Near Jr., USAF, ’77, Center for Climate Studies under development Climate variability, risks and the advancement of solutions will be the focus of a new, interdisciplinary…
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First Reliance Bank adds new Deposit Operations Manager to Charleston team
September 29, 2020
First Reliance Bank recently welcomed new Deposit Operations Manager, Tiffany Kiminski, to join their Charleston-area branch in Mt. Pleasant, S.C. While providing guidance and direction for deposit operation team, Kiminski…
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Rivers Plumbing and Electric, Inc. establishing operations in Marion County
September 29, 2020
More Than $9.1 Million Investment Will Create 150 New Jobs Rivers Plumbing and Electric, Inc., an engineering and design, prefabrication, construction and post-construction firm, today announced plans to establish operations…
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Randstad US to bring 400 remote customer service jobs to South Carolina
September 29, 2020
Randstad US announces it is hiring 400 remote customer service representative jobs in South Carolina. Candidates looking for job opportunities can apply through an online portal or attend an upcoming virtual hiring…
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Show off your Stats! Using your organization’s data to create visual content
September 29, 2020
By Stephanie Heikkila Holman NP Strategy There’s something comforting about numbers, whether it’s the way they gently guide us to sleep as children counting sheep in our beds or…
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Lee & Associates Charleston grows its brokerage team with the addition of Thomas Fawcett
September 29, 2020
Lee & Associates, the largest broker-owned commercial real estate firm in North America, announced today Thomas Fawcett has transitioned to an Associate in its Charleston office. “Thomas is an exceptional…
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Trident United Way working to inform Tri-County high cost of living
September 28, 2020Self Sufficiency Standard study highlights our region as one of the highest costs of living areas in S.C., further emphasizing the vital work Trident United Way does to improve…
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American Heart Association to celebrate Hard Hats with Heart event
September 28, 2020The American Heart Association is teaming up with HITT Contracting, SeamonWhiteside and Frampton Construction to raise awareness about heart disease and stroke in the construction industry. The “Hard Hats with…
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United Community Bank welcomes Brian Goff as Director of Portfolio Management
September 28, 2020
United Community Bank announced the addition of Brian Goff as Director of Portfolio Management. In this new role, Goff will be responsible for the management and oversight of the bank’s…
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South Carolina Federal named a Best Credit Union to Work For by Credit Union Journal
September 28, 2020
South Carolina Federal Credit Union has been named one of the 2020 Best Credit Unions to Work For by Credit Union Journal. South Carolina Federal ranked No. 6 overall and…
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Lowcountry Food Bank receives $11,000 donation from the Darden Foundation to Fight Hunger
September 28, 2020
The Lowcountry Food Bank (LCFB), a member of the Feeding America network, announced today a $11,000 grant from The Darden Foundation to help provide hunger relief to Lowcountry families. The…
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Pete Harper, CCIM, Reid Davis, CCIM, SIOR, and Cameron Yost, CCIM represented Southland Landscaping in the lease renewal of 6,000 SF of office/warehouse dpace in North Charleston
September 28, 2020
Lee & Associates Charleston’s Office Advisors, Pete Harper, CCIM, Reid Davis, CCIM, SIOR, and Cameron Yost, CCIM, represented the Tenant, Southland Landscaping, in the lease renewal of 6,000 SF of…
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Jon-Michael Brock represented the tenant in the lease of a 10,980 SF warehouse facility in Ladson
September 28, 2020
Lee & Associates Charleston’s Industrial Specialist, Jon-Michael Brock, represented the Tenant, Amazing Bins, in the lease of a 10,980 SF Warehouse Facility located at 113 Market Road in Ladson, SC.…
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Pete Harper, CCIM, Reid Davis, CCIM, SIOR, and Cameron Yost, CCIM represented University Medical Associates in the lease renewal of 7,078 SF of medical office space in North Charleston
September 28, 2020
Lee & Associates Charleston’s Office Advisors, Pete Harper, CCIM, Reid Davis, CCIM, SIOR, and Cameron Yost, CCIM, represented the Tenant, University Medical Associates (Northwood Pediatrics) in the lease renewal of…
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Three Metro Chambers partner on virtual statewide leadership exchange
September 28, 2020
The Charleston Metro Chamber is excited to partner with the Columbia and Greenville Chambers on the inaugural SC Leadership Exchange, a four-day, virtual conference where leaders from South Carolina’s three largest metros will come together…
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Blinktbi among 2020 InnoVision awards finalists
September 27, 2020
InnoVision Awards recognizes innovation in South Carolina annually through its InnoVision Awards program. This year, InnoVision received a record number of applications reflecting both the strength of the innovation economy…
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InnoVision Awards announces 2020 award finalists
September 27, 2020
InnoVision Awards recognizes innovation in South Carolina annually through its InnoVision Awards program. This year, InnoVision received a record number of applications reflecting both the strength of the innovation economy…
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RMHC Charleston’s Red Shoe Society will host Virtual Trivia on October 1st
September 25, 2020
Our Red Shoe Society invites you to join them for Virtual Trivia on Thursday October 1st at 7:00pm. Test your knowledge, compete with friends, and connect with the community all…
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West Ashley High welcomes new head boys’ basketball coach Ben Kettering
September 25, 2020
West Ashley High School has named the 2019–2020 New York State Association of Independent Schools (NYSAIS) Coach of the Year, Ben Kettering, as its next head boys’ basketball coach. Kettering…
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