Newsome: SC Ports poised for growth, big year ahead
October 29, 2020
SC Ports Authority continues to advance infrastructure projects and attract new business, securing its position as the preferred U.S. container port ahead of an incredibly significant year. SC Ports is…
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Venture X celebrates opening of new location in Charleston
October 29, 2020
Venture X®, a premium membership-based workspace community, is celebrating the opening of its newest location in North Charleston, SC. Previously a Serendipity Labs property, the 50,000 square-foot coworking space is…
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CRDA hires new Director of Global Business
October 29, 2020
The Charleston Regional Development Alliance (CRDA) is pleased to welcome R. Megan Anderson as the organization’s new Director, Global Business Development. In this role, Anderson will lead CRDA’s comprehensive, strategic…
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City encourages citizens to celebrate Halloween safely
October 29, 2020With coronavirus cases on the rise and Halloween approaching, the city of Charleston is asking citizens to stay safe by following Centers for Disease Control and Prevention guidelines while celebrating…
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Les Dames d’Escoffier Charleston Chapter announces Hospitality Yard Sale – November 8
October 29, 2020The Charleston Chapter of Les Dames D’Escoffier (LDEI), a worldwide philanthropic society of professional women leaders in the fields of food, fine beverage and hospitality, announced its upcoming yard sale…
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10 trivia questions to test your election knowledge
October 29, 2020
Have you ever wondered why presidential elections are held on a Tuesday? Or the reason why the Republican party symbol is an elephant and the Democratic party symbol is a…
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CCSD launches mobile app
October 29, 2020
Charleston County School District (CCSD) has launched the new CCSD Mobile App, where parents, students, and the community can find the latest news and information using their smartphones and mobile…
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Brewer Renewables establishing operations in Orangeburg County, SC
October 29, 2020
Brewer Renewables, a subsidiary of Seahorse Capital, announced plans to establish operations in Orangeburg County. The company is investing $85 million into the new operations. Founded in 2019, Brewer Renewables…
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SCRA announces investment in GoodUnited
October 29, 2020
South Carolina Research Authority (SCRA) announces its affiliate, SC Launch, Inc.’s investment of $200,000 to inKind, dba GoodUnited. The Charleston-based company is a worldwide leader in one-to-one conversational messaging between nonprofits…
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Kids Teeth urges parents to keep up with children’s dental checkups, cleanings
October 29, 2020
During the coronavirus pandemic, it’s tempting to put off routine medical care and checkups. But delaying those important exams could lead to additional problems down the road. The doctors and…
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South Carolina Department of Education launches new statewide program to engage students and families
October 28, 2020
State Superintendent of Education Molly Spearman announced a new program that will support students who need help navigating the challenges of COVID-19 learning environments. The ENGAGE South Carolina program will…
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VentureSouth recognized as a Top 10 angel group in North America
October 28, 2020
VentureSouth announced that it has been recognized as one of the top 10 angel investment groups in North America for the 3rd time. The ranking comes from the Angel Capital…
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Santee Cooper Board approves $638.2M bond sale
October 28, 2020
Continuing its work to reduce debt and costs to customers, the Santee Cooper Board of Directors approved $638.2 million in bond sales today that will do two things: Refund $569.6…
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TD Charitable Foundation awards Lowcountry Food Bank $5,000 to fight childhood hunger
October 28, 2020
The Lowcountry Food Bank (LCFB) announced today that the TD Charitable Foundation, the charitable giving arm of TD Bank, America’s Most Convenient Bank has donated $5,000 to support LCFB’s BackPack…
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Promoting Personal Finance Education Through Collaboration
October 28, 2020By State Treasurer Curtis Loftis and Jim Morris, CEO of SC Economics Personal finance education has never been more relevant than it is today in the COVID-19 era. The…
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Liberty Hall Capital Partners appoints Michael J. Warren as Partner
October 27, 2020
CHARLESTON, SC – Liberty Hall Capital Partners, a private equity firm focused exclusively on investments in businesses serving the global aerospace and defense industry, announced today the appointment of Michael…
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Dockside Logistics establishing operations in Dorchester County
October 27, 2020
$8.5 Million Investment Will Create 26 New Jobs Dockside Logistics, a leading warehousing and distribution company, announced plans to establish operations in Dorchester County. The $8.5 million investment will create…
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South Carolina firefighters deliver 200 opioid antidotes in effort to prevent overdoses and save lives
October 27, 2020
Firefighters administering opioid overdose antidotes are having a significant impact in the battle against opioid overdose deaths in South Carolina, reaching a milestone number of 200 naloxone administrations for suspected…
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Continental Tire the Americas, LLC expanding headquarters in Lancaster County
October 27, 2020
Company Investing More Than $20 Million into the Expansion Continental Tire the Americas, LLC (Continental), a manufacturer and distributer of premium tires, today announced plans to expand the company’s Lancaster…
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Frampton Construction completes Blake project at Hollingsworth Park
October 27, 2020
Frampton Construction Company, LLC, a full-service construction firm providing planning and design support, preconstruction, and construction services, has wrapped up work on The Blake at Hollingsworth Park. The 86,000-square foot…
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PCT Ltd. (PCTL) executes 1 million gallon minimum annual supply agreement
October 27, 2020
Company Anticipates Record Setting Revenues for 4th Quarter PCT LTD (OTC Pink: PCTL) today announced that it has executed a domestic supply agreement with Maverick Energy Services and Maverick Environmental…
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Southern First reports results for third quarter 2020
October 27, 2020
Southern First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: SFST), holding company for Southern First Bank, today announced its financial results for the three- and nine-month period ended September 30, 2020. “I am proud…
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Compassionate Communication
October 27, 2020
By Kara Gormley Meador NP Strategy While my home base is no longer a cubical inside a television newsroom where eight monitors blast shows from all of the major…
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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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