The official 2021 SC Fastest Growing Companies are announced

  September 13, 2021

Now in its 20th year, this competition recognizes the achievements of top-performing private and publicly-owned companies that have contributed to South Carolina’s economy through exceptional increases in revenues and employment.…

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Deputies receive Servant Leadership awards

  September 13, 2021

By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Two Richland County Sheriff’s Department (RCSD) deputies received Eastminster Presbyterian Church’s Servant Leadership award during ceremonies which also awarded members of the Columbia Police Department,…

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Hire Me SC hosts annual Employer Summit on Oct. 13

  September 13, 2021

Registration is now open for the 2021 Hire Me SC Employer Summit — an annual event led by Hire Me SC and Able SC for business managers, executives and human…

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Award-winning journalist Jamie Lovegrove joins NP Strategy

  September 13, 2021

Jamie Lovegrove, an award-winning journalist deeply versed in Palmetto State politics and media, will join the rapidly growing team at NP Strategy, a strategic communications firm serving clients across the…

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CAMS’ Tara Armstrong takes on new role as Director of Vendor Relations

  September 10, 2021

Community Association Management Services (CAMS), an industry leader in community association management throughout the Carolinas, announced that long-time Community Manager Tara Armstrong is taking on the new role of Director…

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Evanesce establishing operations in Hampton County

  September 10, 2021

$17 million investment will create 78 new jobs Evanesce, a sustainable technology innovator, today announced new operations in Hampton County. The $17 million investment will create 78 new jobs. Founded…

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Colliers Report: Service-focused shops succeed

  September 10, 2021

Commercial Real Estate Research & Forecast Report Q2 2021 Columbia Retail Market Highlights During the second quarter of 2021, most retail activity was concentrated in service-oriented establishments like day spas,…

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Southern First appoints Chris Shugart as Chief Mortgage Officer

  September 9, 2021

Southern First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: SFST), holding company for Southern First Bank, is pleased to announce the appointment of Chris Shugart as Chief Mortgage Officer. Shugart is a Certified Mortgage…

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Phase IIB Matching Fund launched for S.C. small businesses

  September 9, 2021

The S.C. Department of Commerce Office of Innovation, in partnership with the South Carolina Jobs-Economic Development Authority (JEDA) and 3Phase, today announced the launch of the state’s first Phase IIB…

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Premium Peanut establishing operations in Orangeburg County, SC

  September 9, 2021

$64.3 Million investment will create 130 new jobs Premium Peanut, an innovative, grower-owned peanut shelling company, today announced plans to establish operations in Orangeburg County. The $64.3 million investment will…

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Columbia Chamber honors Mike Brenan at Annual Gala

  September 9, 2021

Mike Brenan, Regional President, Truist, named Columbia Chamber’s 2021 Ambassador of the Year. The Columbia Chamber will honor Michael “Mike” Brenan the Chamber’s 118th Annual Gala, presented by BlueCross® BlueShield® of South Carolina, Thursday,…

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Colliers Report: Columbia has less surface parking than last year

  September 9, 2021

2021 Columbia Parking Commercial Real Estate Research & Forecast Report Market Highlights Columbia parking remains challenging due to high office and residential occupancy rates downtown. In addition, new developments throughout…

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Diversey unveils Innovation Zone Research and Development Center

  September 8, 2021

Diversey Holdings, Ltd. (NASDAQ: DSEY), a leading provider of hygiene, infection prevention and cleaning solutions, today announced the opening of its Innovation Zone Research and Development Center. Located on the…

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West Columbia selects new Police Chief

  September 8, 2021

The West Columbia City Council has selected Marion Boyce as the next West Columbia Police Chief. Chief Marion Boyce began his law enforcement career as a Patrol Officer for the…

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IAA relocates in South Carolina adds new Colorado branch

  September 7, 2021

IAA, Inc. (NYSE: IAA), a leading global digital marketplace connecting vehicle buyers and sellers, announces a new branch, located in Colorado Springs (CO), bringing the total number of branches in…

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Moore Bradley Myers names new Managing Partner

  September 7, 2021

West Columbia Law Firm Moore Bradley Myers (MBM), a counsel for generations, announces that Christian G. Spradley is the firm’s new Managing Partner. Spradley has practiced law for more than…

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SC Chamber names 2021 Legislators of the Year

  September 7, 2021

              House Speaker Jay Lucas and Senate LCI Chairman Thomas Alexander To Receive Inaugural Awards The South Carolina Chamber of Commerce (SC Chamber) announced…

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Gov. Henry McMaster announces plan to accelerate I-26 widening project

  September 7, 2021

Governor Henry McMaster was joined by S.C. Department of Transportation (SCDOT) Secretary Christy Hall and business leaders from around the state to announce a proposal which would accelerate existing plans…

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SCRA announces new Member Companies and grant funding

  September 7, 2021

Advent Innovations, LLC and DPX Technologies, LLC have been accepted as South Carolina Research Authority (SCRA) Member Companies and awarded grant funding. Parimer Scientific, LLC and Prewrite, Inc. have been…

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Richland Library Introduces 2021-2022 Board of Trustees

  September 5, 2021

Richland Library is announcing the 2021-2022 Board of Trustees whose members will oversee and guide the long-term strategies for the ongoing success of our library system. Leadership positions include: Katherine…

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42nd Street at Town Theatre

  September 4, 2021

Come and meet those dancing feet! It’s time for some toe-tapping as Town Theatre presents the paramount show-business musical, 42nd Street! Audiences will be drawn to the “Lullaby of Broadway”…

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C&C Automotive expands into Columbia

  September 3, 2021

C&C Automotive has a history of upstanding work and excellent customer service in the CSRA and they are now excited to announce that they are opening a new location in…

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Mira International Foods, Inc. establishing operations in Beaufort County

  September 2, 2021

More than $2 million investment will create 28 new jobs​​​​​​​ Mira International Foods, Inc. (Mira), a food crafting and distributing company, today announced plans to establish operations in Beaufort County. The…

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Grand Opening at Riverland Hills Baptist Church

  September 1, 2021

LS3P congratulates Riverland Hills Baptist Church on their grand opening dedication ceremony that occurred on Sunday, August 29, 2021. As a returning client, Riverland Hills brought in LS3P to design…

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Columbia Capital Rotary Club installs Little Free Library

  September 1, 2021

Columbia Capital Rotary Club installed a Little Free Library at W. A. Perry Middle School this month. This partnership is in conjunction with Richland School District One and the Rotary…

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Leaders gather to discuss events targeting disastrous flooding in S.C.

  September 1, 2021

By W. Thomas Smith Jr. An organizationally diverse gathering of state leaders led by S.C. Floodwater Commission Tom Mullikin held a solutions-seeking, event-planning, flood-mitigation session at the Palmetto Club in…

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