Jarrard, Nowell & Russell, LLC grows Charleston team
November 16, 2020
Jarrard, Nowell & Russell, LLC adds staff accountant to Charleston office Jarrard, Nowell & Russell, LLC (JNR), a Charleston-based accounting and business advisory firm, has hired Drew Butterfield as staff…
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Berkeley County’s historic voter turnout for general election
November 16, 2020
Berkeley County Registration and Elections Director Adam Hammons made a presentation to County Council on Monday, November 9, highlighting the record voter turnout in the 2020 General Election, which exceeded the…
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All-new Charleston Christmas Special available for streaming
November 16, 2020
The Charleston Christmas Special has sold out the limited number of tickets for its live show at the Charleston Music Hall next month. But that doesn’t mean you still can’t…
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The Cassina Group announces the hire of realtor Henry Robinson
November 15, 2020
The Cassina Group, a leading boutique real estate firm in Charleston, announces the hire of realtor Henry Robinson. Robinson has had a successful career selling luxury real estate all over…
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Dominion Energy South Carolina increases incentives for appliance recycling program through December
November 14, 2020
In observance of National Recycling Day Nov. 15, Dominion Energy South Carolina is sharing its commitment to protecting the environment and the communities we serve while reminding customers of the…
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Celebrate a spirited holiday season at Firefly Distillery
November 14, 2020
Shop for local goods, stocking stuffers during an Adopt And Shop holiday market Firefly Distillery, South Carolina’s oldest working distillery, is celebrating its first holiday season at the brand new…
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Refuel announces agreement to acquire operating assets of Holmes Oil, Inc.
November 13, 2020CHARLESTON, SC – Refuel Operating Company, LLC (“Refuel”), a Charleston, South Carolina-based retail and wholesale fuel distribution and convenience store business, today announced that it has entered into an agreement…
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Local CEO honored with international management award
November 12, 2020
Palmetto Goodwill President & CEO Robert Smith has been honored with the 2020 Kenneth K. King Outstanding Management Award for Executive Excellence, the most prestigious leadership award presented by Goodwill Industries…
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Floyd Lee Locums brings on media and client development champion
November 12, 2020
Today, Floyd Lee Locums announced the addition of Lauren Weatherbee to its growing team of staffing talent. Weatherbee joins the locums organization as Business Development Manager—and is focused on expanding their efforts…
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Quest for next Commandant of Cadets now underway
November 12, 2020The Citadel is searching for the college’s next Commandant of Cadets. The Citadel Commandant of Cadets is a vice presidential position that is responsible for the command, leadership development and…
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SC Ports sees strong October volumes, ongoing recovery
November 12, 2020
South Carolina Ports’ October volumes show an ongoing recovery and strength in containers, vehicles and inland ports. “Our business continues to rebound with better-than-expected volumes in the container and vehicle segments,…
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New Project Maps Jewish Life in Charleston
November 12, 2020The College of Charleston’s Pearlstine/Lipov Center for Southern Jewish Culture and the Jewish Heritage Collection (JHC) are pleased to announce the launch of the 2020 webpage of Mapping Jewish Charleston, bringing the story of Jewish…
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Santa Cruz Nutritionals selects Sumter County for expansion
November 12, 2020
Company’s $84 million investment will create 164 new jobs Santa Cruz Nutritionals (SCN), a subsidiary of Santa Cruz Healthcare, today announced plans to expand operations in Sumter County. The $84 million…
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Charleston Metro Chamber releases 2020 Legislative Scorecard
November 12, 2020
The Charleston Metro Chamber has released their 2020 Legislative Scorecard, which tracks and summarizes the Chamber’s advocacy efforts at the State House for the 2020 legislative session. The Chamber is committed to keeping…
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Setterstix Corporation establishing operations in Laurens County
November 12, 2020
More than $11.7 million investment will create 80 new jobs Setterstix Corporation (Setterstix), a paper stick manufacturer, today announced plans to establish operations in Laurens County. The more than $11.7 million…
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COVID-19 is a Wake-Up Call to the Need for Better Long-Term Planning
November 11, 2020
The coronavirus pandemic has put a spotlight on long-term care facilities. Thousands of residents have died from the virus. Families haven’t been able to visit loved ones for months. As…
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McClellanville land placed in conservation easement
November 11, 2020
About 22 acres in McClellanville will be permanently protected after the owners opted to grant a conservation easement to the Lowcountry Land Trust. Known as Taylor’s Farm, the Pinckney Street…
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Furman Innovation, Entrepreneurship gains global recognition
November 11, 2020Furman University’s Institute for Innovation and Entrepreneurship has been named an Outstanding Emerging Entrepreneurship Center by the Global Consortium of Entrepreneurship Centers, a group of more than 250 universities. Other…
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Frampton Construction completes work on A&R Logistics project
November 11, 2020
Frampton Construction Company, LLC, a full-service construction firm providing planning and design support, preconstruction, and construction services, has completed construction on an export facility for A&R Logistics, Inc. at West…
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SCRA announces Accepted and Funded Companies
November 11, 2020
South Carolina Research Authority (SCRA) announces Cruzzle, Inc. and RAAMP, LLC as new Member Companies, and Indiemark, LLC (dba Email Industries) being approved for grant funding. Cruzzle has been accepted as a…
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Mark Anthony Brewing building $400 million state-of-the-art facility in Richland County to keep up with explosive demand for White Claw Hard Seltzer
November 10, 2020
New facility will create 300 new jobs and increase production of White Claw and Mike’s Hard Lemonade for southern United States COLUMBIA, S.C. – Mark Anthony Brewing today announced plans to build a…
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South Carolina Federal Advisor recognized for Outstanding Performance in Investment Services
November 10, 2020
South Carolina Federal Credit Union today announced that Colm Bailey, an Investment Advisor with CUSO Financial Services, L.P. (CFS)*, earned the Bronze Pacesetter Award, which honors the top-producing registered representatives…
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David Orr joins W&W Holdings, LLC as a Partner
November 10, 2020
David E. Orr, Ph.D. joins W&W Holdings, LLC as a partner and business consultant We are extremely pleased to announce that David Orr, Ph.D. recently joined as a partner with…
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The Duke Endowment invests in the International African American Museum
November 10, 2020$1.25 Million Grant Awarded The International African American Museum announced a $1.25 million grant received from The Duke Endowment, one of the largest private philanthropic trusts in the Southeast. The…
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Furman Innovation and Entrepreneurship gains global recognition
November 10, 2020
Furman University’s Institute for Innovation and Entrepreneurship has been named an Outstanding Emerging Entrepreneurship Center by the Global Consortium of Entrepreneurship Centers, a group of more than 250 universities. Other…
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SC’s NHE announces construction start for Parkside at Hickory Grove, it’s first affordable housing community in Charlotte, NC
November 10, 2020
Southeastern developer and property management group begins construction on new 80-apartment development near downtown Charlotte Noted Southeastern developer and property management firm NHE, Inc. has begun construction on its latest…
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GreenWood, Inc. adds Chris Dailey as Project Site Manager
November 10, 2020
GreenWood, Inc., an integrated maintenance, construction and workforce solutions provider, announces the hiring of Chris Dailey as the new Site Manager at their project facility location in North Charleston, SC.…
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South Carolina Department of Education to provide students and educators with integrated digital learning solution
November 10, 2020
Today, the South Carolina Department of Education (SCDE) announced the purchase and rollout of a robust, integrated digital learning solution that will support teaching and learning during the COVID-19 pandemic…
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Immedion promotes Justin Fianchino to Sales Executive for Columbia and Charleston
November 10, 2020
Immedion LLC, a premiere provider of technology services, announced the promotion of Justin Fianchino to Sales Executive for their Columbia and Charleston locations. In his new role, Justin will represent…
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2020 South Carolina school report cards released
November 9, 2020
The South Carolina Department of Education (SCDE) released school, district, and state report cards reflective of the unprecedented 2019-2020 school year. “The 2019-2020 school year was unlike any other that…
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Campus Preservation Fund aims to preserve College of Charleston’s historic legacy
November 9, 2020The College of Charleston has long been renowned for its beautiful, historic campus featuring classically designed homes and narrow brick walkways nestled beneath oak trees dripping with Spanish moss. The…
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Baker Motor Company to open first stand-alone Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Van dealership in Summerville
November 9, 2020In December 2020, Baker Motor Company will be opening a brand new Mercedes-Benz facility in the heart of Summerville. It will be the first-ever standalone Sprinter Van dealership of its kind. The…
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Dr. Matthew vandenBerg selected as 19th president of Presbyterian College
November 9, 2020
Matthew vandenBerg, vice president for advancement and external relations at Alma College (Alma, Mich.), has been selected as the nineteenth president of Presbyterian College. vandenBerg, a Certified Fund Raising Executive,…
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Trident United Way and AmeriCorps partner to help veterans at One80 Place
November 9, 2020
Trident United Way and its AmeriCorps members are leading an effort to honor those who have served our country and are in need. A simple click on a mouse or…
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GADC names Ashley Keene as Existing Industry Manager
November 9, 2020
The Greenville Area Development Corporation has named Ashley Keene as the economic development organization’s new Existing Industry Manager. In her new role, Ms. Keene will serve as liaison to existing…
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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis reminds families about perfect one-size-fits-all gift this holiday season
November 9, 2020
Future Scholar contributions enhance college savings, provide tax benefits State Treasurer Curtis Loftis wants to remind South Carolina families about the perfect one-size-fits-all gift suggestion this holiday season – a…
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New app from South Carolina-based tech company Tallo instantly matches students with colleges and jobs
November 9, 2020
Ping by Tallo recreates the college and career fair experience through a virtual “swipe left/right” matching experience As South Carolina’s economy recovers amid the continued need for social distancing, it…
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Lowcountry Food Bank announces $12,000 Dean and Laurie Hubbs matching gift challenge to support veterans’ food relief programs
November 9, 2020
Your gift makes twice the impact for Veteran’s Day Wednesday, November 11 through Friday, November 13, 2020 The Lowcountry Food Bank (LCFB) announced today a $12,000 matching gift challenge by…
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Latin Night comes to Firefly Distillery!
November 9, 2020
For the remaining 2020 Charleston Jazz Orchestra Season 12 performances, Charleston Jazz, REV Federal Credit Union and Firefly Distillery are excited to partner together to present the CJO LIVE AT…
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U.S. News “Best Law Firms” rankings recognize K&L Gates in seven categories in Charleston
November 6, 2020
The Charleston office of global law firm K&L Gates has been recognized in seven categories in the U.S. News-Best Lawyers “Best Law Firms” 2021 edition. “Best Law Firms” rankings are…
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Ogletree Deakins named a “Law Firm of the Year” for 10th consecutive year
November 5, 2020
Ogletree Deakins, one of the largest labor and employment law firms representing management, is pleased to announce that the firm has been named a “Law Firm of the Year” by…
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One Berkeley public meetings begin TODAY
November 5, 2020
Berkeley County kicks off its first public meeting for the “One Berkeley” Comprehensive Plan Update this evening, Thursday, November 5. The meeting will be drop-in style, from 5-8:30 p.m. at…
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Defense Engineering Services expanding operations in Charleston County
November 5, 2020
More Than $1.1 Million Investment Will Create 18 New Jobs Defense Engineering Services (DES), a service-disabled veteran-owned small business, today announced plans to expand operations in Charleston County. The more…
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Grand Strand hospitals choose new blood provider
November 5, 2020
Non-profit, community blood center expands along South Carolina coast The Blood Connection (TBC), a Greenville, SC based community blood center, became the exclusive blood provider for Grand Strand Regional Medical…
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U.S. News – Best Lawyers® ranks Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd in its 2021 “Best Law Firms” list
November 5, 2020
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd has been named a top-tier firm by U.S. News – Best Lawyers® in its 2021 “Best Law Firms” rankings for the 11th consecutive year. The firm earned…
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Continental announces tire safety recall of approximately 12,000 passenger and light truck tires in U.S.
November 5, 2020
Voluntary safety recall program involves Continental and General brand tires in different sizes Sudden air loss may occur. No reports of accidents Tires will be replaced at no charge FORT…
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The Cassina Group participates in record-breaking sale of Sullivan’s Island home
November 4, 2020
The Cassina Group announced Realtor Meghan Stein Webster participated in the sale of 2307 Atlantic Ave., an oceanfront home on Sullivan’s Island. The custom-built villa sold for a record-breaking $8,200,000.…
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Two-week push leads to more than 11,000 application submissions for SC CARES Act Relief Grant Programs
November 4, 2020
Gov. Henry McMaster and the South Carolina Department of Administration (Admin) today announced that 11,217 applications were received for the SC CARES Act grant programs for the Minority and Small…
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Colliers Report: South Carolina industrial construction delivers despite the pandemic
November 4, 2020
Research & Forecast Report Q3-2020 SOUTH CAROLINA | INDUSTRIAL Key Takeaways The South Carolina industrial market absorbed 1.95 million square feet during the third quarter of 2020, dropping the vacancy…
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Frampton’s Keaton Green and Joey Smith named among Southeast’s top professionals
November 3, 2020
Keaton Green and Joey Smith of Frampton Construction Company, LLC, a full-service construction firm providing planning and design support, preconstruction, and construction services, have been recognized as two of ENR…
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