American Heart Association names Blackbaud its Community Health Sponsor
November 7, 2019
The American Heart Association (AHA) announced that Blackbaud, the world’s leading cloud software company powering social good, has been named as the organization’s community health sponsor, after receiving a generous…
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Charleston office advisors leased 2,522 SF at 3955 Faber Place Drive
November 6, 2019
Lee & Associates Charleston’s Pete Harper, CCIM, Reid Davis, CCIM, SIOR, and Cameron Yost represented the Landlord, Faber Charleston Limited Partnership in the leasing of 2,522 SF of Office space…
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U.S. News “Best Law Firms” rankings recognize K&L Gates in seven categories in Charleston
November 6, 2019
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” 2020 edition. “Best Law Firms” rankings are…
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RIA approves grants for enhancing water, sewer and stormwater infrastructure
November 6, 2019
More than $10 million in grant funding awarded The S.C. Rural Infrastructure Authority (RIA) has approved grant assistance for 24 projects, totaling more than $10.8 million. Recognizing that the investments…
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Federation of Families of South Carolina to hold statewide Art Contest for the South Carolina Children’s Mental Health Awareness poster
November 6, 2019
The Federation of Families of South Carolina will hold a statewide Art Contest in recognition of Children’s Mental Health Month. This year’s Art Contest theme is “Messengers of Hope.” During…
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Charleston networking group continues to fight senior hunger and isolation in the Lowcountry
November 5, 2019
Charleston networking group continues to fight senior hunger and isolation in the Lowcountry The Lowcountry Senior Network (LSN) is proud to host the 4th Annual Holiday Harvest Gala to support…
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Nominate a local family to receive a free Thanksgiving meal from Sticky Fingers Ribhouse
November 5, 2019
Sticky Fingers will provide full Thanksgiving meals to six families who are in need of a helping hand Sticky Fingers Ribhouse believes in the gift of giving back, so this…
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East Cooper Medical Center acquires RADLink Surgeon’s Checklist™ Surgical Verification System for minimally invasive total hip procedures
November 5, 2019
RADLink Technology utilizes real-time intraoperative imaging and guidance tools for verification of component positioning in joint replacement procedures East Cooper Medical Center is the first hospital in South Carolina to offer the…
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College of Charleston makes Bloomberg Businessweek’s Best Business Schools List
November 5, 2019
The College of Charleston School of Business has been included in Bloomberg Businessweek’s rankings of the best U.S. business schools of 2019-20. The list is based on data compiled from more than…
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Frampton Construction to construct new global export facility coming to Moncks Corner
November 5, 2019
The Keith Corporation, in conjunction with the owner of West Branch Commerce Park, is set to develop a new 615,000 square-foot transload facility for A&R Logistics, Inc., in Moncks Corner,…
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College of Charleston and Naval Information Warfare Center enter partnership
November 5, 2019The Naval Information Warfare Center Atlantic (NIWC) and the College of Charleston School of Sciences and Mathematics have announced a new educational partnership agreement. Under the agreement the two groups will share…
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Cushman & Wakefield | Thalhimer welcomes Senior Portfolio Manager in Charleston
November 5, 2019
Cushman & Wakefield | Thalhimer announces that Lindsay R. Denny has joined the Commercial Property Services team as Senior Portfolio Manager in their Charleston, South Carolina office. Ms. Denny Lindsay…
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The third annual James Sawers Jr. Speaker Series
November 5, 2019
The third annual James Sawers Jr. Speaker Series presented by the Charleston Interreligious Council and Roper St. Francis Healthcare starts this Thursday The third annual James Sawers Jr. Speaker…
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National Adoption Month focuses on older youth in foster care
November 4, 2019
Governor McMaster proclaims November 25th Statewide Adoption Day in SC As National Adoption Month begins, 140 children in the state’s foster care system are legally free for adoption and waiting for…
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Citizen input to help form new long-range S.C. arts plan in public meetings and survey, S.C. Arts Commission queries arts’ direction
November 4, 2019
The South Carolina Arts Commission is fanning out across the state this fall and winter, gathering public input to help it form the next long-range plan for arts and culture…
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Little Dog Agency’s current specials and upcoming events
November 4, 2019
Wasabi Restaurant Group Roll into Wasabi during the month of November to kick off fall to the fullest with their Aki Maki Sushi Spotlight of the month. Enjoy crispy Kabocha…
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Blaze Partners acquires Planters Crossing Apartments in Charleston
November 4, 2019
Blaze Partners, LLC announced the acquisition of Planters Crossing Apartments, a 256-unit apartment community located in the North Charleston submarket of Charleston. The asset was acquired by a newly-formed affiliate in a…
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Top Grossing Movies – November 4, 2019
November 4, 2019
Theatrical grosses from comScore Week of 11/01/2019 to 11/07/2019 Rank Title Rating Weekend Gross Cumulative 1 Terminator: Dark Fate R $29,033,832 $29,033,832 2 Joker R $13,500,116 $299,187,108 3 Maleficent:…
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Firefly Distillery hires new Event Manager
November 4, 2019
Sara Bennett has joined Firefly Distillery as Events Manager ahead of its move to a new expanded location near Park Circle in early 2020. Bennett comes from a special events…
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Baxter-Patrick James Island Library now open to the public
November 4, 2019Charleston County Public Library (CCPL) officially opened the Baxter-Patrick James Island Library, located at 1858 South Grimball Road, during a ribbon cutting ceremony on Saturday, Nov. 2. “This facility offers…
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Four South Carolina teachers receive Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching
November 4, 2019
The White House announced that four South Carolina educators are among the most recent recipients of the Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching. The Presidential Awards for…
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South Carolina class of 2019 shows improvement on ACT
November 4, 2019
The ACT® released assessment data for 2019 South Carolina high school graduates who took the ACT test. South Carolina public school graduates’ average composite score increased from 18.0 in 2018 to 18.6 in 2019. Additionally, 24% of graduates…
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Nexton selected as top community at the 31st annual Charleston Home Builders Association Prism Gala
November 4, 2019Nexton, the most innovative and walkable community in South Carolina, received five awards honoring its work in marketing, design and technology amid formidable competition at the 31st annual PRISM Awards.…
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Moore & Van Allen recognized by U.S. News and Best Lawyers with top-tier ‘Best Law Firms’ 2020 rankings
November 4, 2019
Moore & Van Allen PLLC (MVA) announced that U.S. News & World Report and Best Lawyers have ranked the firm nationally and regionally on the 2020 “Best Law Firms” list.…
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USDA invests $1.4 billion in rural electric infrastructure improvements in 21 states
November 4, 2019
U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue announced that the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is investing $1.4 billion in projects in 21 states to build and improve rural electric infrastructure.…
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New Brew Hop Pass promises savings for Charleston craft beer drinkers
November 1, 2019
If you love experiencing the local craft brew scene then you’re going to love the new Brew Hop Pass! The pass will include discounts such as “buy a pint get…
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Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd ranked in 2020 “Best Law Firms”
November 1, 2019
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd has been named a top-tier firm by U.S. News – Best Lawyers® in its 2020 “Best Law Firms” rankings for the 10th consecutive year. The firm earned…
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Ogletree Deakins named a “Law Firm of the Year” for ninth consecutive year
November 1, 2019In addition, the firm’s Charleston office earned a metropolitan “Tier 1” practice area ranking in the Employment Law – Management category Ogletree Deakins, one of the largest labor and employment law…
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Clarity Nutraceuticals brings health & wellness product manufacturing, distribution to Charleston, SC
October 31, 2019
Clarity Nutraceuticals, a Charleston-based health supplement manufacturing company formerly operating as CBD Carolinas, has launched a flagship line of ultra-pure hemp-based CBD capsule products formulated and produced locally by a…
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Unlikely heroes bring affordable housing to the Peninsula
October 31, 2019
Unlikely Heroes Bring Affordable Housing to the Peninsula One80 Place today announces a landmark affordable housing project thanks to a consortium of supporters that includes some of Charleston’s most generous…
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The Charleston Crab Shacks are celebrating 20 years in the Lowcountry
October 31, 2019
This November & December, all three area Crab Shacks locations will be offering Snow Crab Legs for $20 per pound to celebrate 20 years! The Charleston Crab Shacks are turning…
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Steeplechase secures presenting sponsor Baker Motor Company
October 31, 2019Race Day promises elevated social, music, fashion experiences Thousands of horse aficionados, spectators and local vendors will converge on The Plantation at Stono Ferry Racetrack on Sunday, November 17, 2019…
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Citadel to represent America in world’s most prestigious military music festival
October 31, 2019The Citadel Regimental Band and Pipes to be “America’s Band” at The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo in 2020 The Citadel Regimental Band and Pipes will proudly represent the United States…
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Rep. Gary Simrill and Nella Barkley to receive Wilkins Leadership Awards
October 31, 2019
State Rep. Gary Simrill (R-York) and Nella Barkley, community leader and president of Crystal-Barkley Corporation, will receive The Riley Institute at Furman University’s 2019 David H. Wilkins Leadership Awards recognizing…
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Oscar Douglas named Director of General Counsel Investigations
October 31, 2019
Charleston County School District is proud to announce that Oscar Douglas has been named the Director of General Counsel Investigations. Douglas has served the District as Deputy Director of Security…
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Groundbreaking ceremony for the new $12M Police Department Forensic Services Division Building
October 31, 2019Charleston Mayor John Tecklenburg, members of City Council, Police Chief Luther Reynolds and Parks Director Jason Kronsberg broke ground Wednesday on the Charleston Police Department Forensic Services Division Building at…
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Morbid history haunts College of Charleston’s facilities management headquarters
October 31, 2019It’s not the most frequented corner of campus these days, but there was a time when most of Charleston would eventually end up there. And – while visitors today might…
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Two local organizations join Reboot the Commute initiative
October 31, 2019
Two local employers, Geocent and Naval Information Warfare Center (NIWC) Atlantic, have joined the Reboot the Commute initiative. Both organizations are individually pledging their commitment to help reducing the Charleston…
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YEScarolina raises $281,000 at annual gala
October 31, 2019
YEScarolina’s 10th Annual Gala was held the evening of Friday, October 11th at the Gaillard Center, the organization’s biggest fundraiser to benefit its mission to develop opportunity through entrepreneurship. The…
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District hosts dedication ceremony for new Stono Park Elementary School
October 31, 2019
The brand new Stono Park Elementary School building was dedicated October 30, 2019 during a celebration attended by Charleston County School District (CCSD) board member, constituent board members, school officials,…
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Dominion Energy signs statement of support for Guard and Reserve members
October 31, 2019Dominion Energy South Carolina signed a Statement of Support for the Guard and Reserve today during a special ceremony at its corporate campus with employees and members of our nation’s…
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Funding now available for projects aimed at reducing diesel engine emissions
October 30, 2019
Grant funding is now available for the replacement or upgrade of older diesel engines in an effort to help reduce diesel emissions across the state. Diesel emissions make up a…
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Palmetto Goodwill partners with Water Mission on Bahamas Relief
October 30, 2019
On Wednesday, October 30 Palmetto Goodwill officials presented a check to Water Mission for $15,000 to support the Hurricane Dorian Relief Effort in the Bahamas. Specifically, the donation will be…
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SC Launch portfolio company ENGAGE Talent acquired by Workforce Logiq
October 30, 2019SCRA-backed, Charleston-based start-up enables Workforce Logiq to bring employers predictive intelligence for better, faster hiring decisions The South Carolina Research Authority (SCRA), a public, non-profit corporation fueling South Carolina’s innovation…
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Sapience Automation to establish operations in Berkeley County
October 30, 2019
Investment Creating 26 Jobs Sapience Automation, a full-service integrator of robot systems, is establishing operations in Berkeley County. The $500,000 investment is expected to create 26 new jobs. Focusing on the integration of…
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Hayco Construction hires new Senior Project Manager
October 30, 2019
Hayco Construction, a Summerville general contractor, has recently hired Gus Smith as a Senior Project Manager. In his new position, the Chapin native will work to expand the Carolina’s Company…
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Eight economic developers earn Elite Certification
October 29, 2019
The South Carolina Economic Developers’ Association (SCEDA) and S.C. Department of Commerce (S.C. Commerce) announced that eight economic development professionals have earned the accreditation of SC Certified Economic Developer (SCCED)…
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SC BlueCross only health plan operating in all counties for ACA Open Enrollment only health plan with all hospitals in network
October 29, 2019
The 45-day open enrollment period for health insurance purchased through the federal marketplace begins on Friday, Nov. 1. BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina, the only locally based health insurer in…
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Santee Cooper recognized as a Smart Energy Provider
October 29, 2019
Santee Cooper has earned a Smart Energy Provider (SEP) designation from the American Public Power Association for demonstrating commitment to and proficiency in energy efficiency, distributed generation and environmental initiatives…
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Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island hosting “Seasonal Sips” wine-pairing dinner & holiday party on Thursday, Dec. 19th
October 29, 2019
. . . Festive event will feature six unique wine pairings, and is a very appealing option for local small businesses to have as their company’s holiday party, and for…
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