Academic Magnet’s SIC makes state honor roll
January 13, 2020The South Carolina School Improvement Council (SCSIC) announced its annual Honor Roll today, and for the first time since 2017, a SIC from Charleston County School District made the list:…
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Gov. Henry McMaster unveils Fiscal Year 2020-21 Executive Budget
January 13, 2020
Governor Henry McMaster announced the FY 2020-21 Executive Budget – a budget that invests in the state’s greatest priorities and returns almost one quarter of every dollar from the $1.8…
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Mayor Tecklenburg’s Inaugural Address 2020
January 13, 2020
The following Inaugural Address was prepared for delivery by Mayor John J. Tecklenburg on January 13, 2020 at 12 p.m. Judge Gergel, Judge Rico Flores, members of City Council, invited…
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Blackbaud appoints Margaret Driscoll as Chief People Officer
January 13, 2020
Blackbaud announced Margaret “Maggie” Driscoll as Chief People Officer. Driscoll, who will lead all human resources functions for the company, joins Blackbaud succeeding John Mistretta as current head of HR…
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Pee Dee Extractors, LLC establishing operations in Marion County
January 13, 2020More Than $2.9 Million Investment to Create 25 New Jobs Pee Dee Extractors, LLC, a hemp processing company, announced plans to establish operations in Marion County. The company’s more $2.9…
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Huber Engineered Woods LLC establishing operations in Dillon County
January 13, 2020
$30 Million Investment to Create 30 New Jobs Huber Engineered Woods LLC (HEW), a leading manufacturer of specialty building products throughout the United States, today announced plans to establish operations…
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Nick Nicholson named one of Greenville’s “50 Most Influential” people
January 13, 2020
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd announced the firm’s Managing Director, Nick Nicholson, has been recognized as one of Greenville’s “50 Most Influential” people of 2019 by the Greenville Business Magazine and will…
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SC Chamber of Commerce unveils 2020 Competitiveness Agenda
January 13, 2020
Creating a Competitive Tax Code and a Workforce for the Future Among Highlighted Priorities The South Carolina Chamber of Commerce (SC Chamber) announced the release of its 2020 Competitiveness Agenda…
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Hemp Processing company to establish operations in Marion County
January 13, 2020
More than $2.9 million investment to create 25 new jobs Pee Dee Extractors, LLC, a hemp processing company, announced plans to establish operations in Marion County. The company’s more than…
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The Importance of Brand Reputation in a Crisis
January 13, 2020
By Erin Sanders Senior Communications Advisor with NP Strategy When a crisis hits your organization – and it will – it’s important to have a solid crisis management plan…
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Veravas and Tymora collaborate on early detection Alzheimer’s testing
January 13, 2020
CHARLESTON, SC. & OAKDALE, MN – Charleston-based Veravas, Inc. and Tymora Analytical Operations, LLC announced that they have entered into a strategic alliance to explore the integration of their respective…
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SCRA delivers $694M impact on SC innovation economy
January 13, 2020
New Report Spotlights Heavy-Hitting Contributions to State Business and Job Growth In Fiscal Year 2019 (FY19), the South Carolina Research Authority (SCRA) played a major role in boosting jobs and…
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EngenuitySC to Host Midlands Regional Competitiveness Week, Jan. 24-31
January 13, 2020
EngenuitySC, a nonprofit that works to make the Columbia, South Carolina, region a standout choice for top talent and competitive companies, has announced the schedule for its third annual Midlands…
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Freshfields Village to host internationally-acclaimed artist Benjamin Walls for exhibit and film screening
January 13, 2020
Freshfields Village in partnership with the Benjamin Walls Gallery will host a weekend-long art exhibit and exclusive pre-release screening of the award-winning film, KIFARU on the Village Green. The Art…
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K&L Gates’ Charleston office welcomes new associate
January 10, 2020
K&L Gates’ Charleston office welcomed Claire Flowers as an associate in the firm’s Labor, Employment and Workplace Safety practice group. Ms. Flowers was a summer associate at K&L Gates. Prior…
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Rogue Motion becomes Cape Horn’s only authorized South Carolina dealer
January 9, 2020
New owners continue to grow business, will appear at Charleston Boat Show Rogue Motion, the Charleston area’s premier boat dealership, announced their designation as the only South Carolina-based dealer authorized…
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Bob Nuttall, SIOR, CPM and Cori Nuttall represented the buyer in a $3.45 million 1031 exchange
January 9, 2020
Lee & Associates Charleston’s Bob Nuttall, SIOR, CPM and Cori Nuttall represented the Buyer in the purchase of 3 Dollar Generals in South Carolina in December 2019 which represented the…
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College of Charleston prepares to celebrate 250th anniversary in 2020
January 9, 2020
The College of Charleston will celebrate its 250th anniversary in 2020 with a yearlong schedule of events and projects aimed at highlighting the university’s storied and complex history while also looking ahead…
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Spoleto Festival 2020
January 9, 2020
General Director Nigel Redden announced details of the 44th season of Spoleto Festival USA, taking place May 22 – June 7, 2020, in Charleston, South Carolina. For 17 days and…
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GaffneyLewis partner Regina Hollins Lewis inducted into National Academy of Distinguished Neutrals
January 9, 2020
GaffneyLewis LLC announced that Regina Hollins Lewis has been inducted into the National Academy of Neutrals (NADN). NADN is and invitation only professional association whose membership consists of mediators and…
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Clawson and Staubes Law Firm adds six attorneys across three offices in recent months
January 9, 2020
Clawson and Staubes LLC announced the addition of six attorneys across three offices over the past few months. The new attorneys by office are: • Charleston – Alexandra Heaton, Ashley…
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Sticky Fingers Ribhouse is taking the L.E.A.D on Thursday, January 9th, for Law Enforcement Appreciation Day (L.E.A.D).
January 8, 2020
Sticky Fingers Ribhouse is honoring members of National Law Enforcement Sticky Fingers Ribhouse will be honoring the selfless members of our Law Enforcement community for Law Enforcement Appreciation Day (L.E.A.D).…
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The Crab Shacks announce a new menu
January 8, 2020
Join us for delicious new eats at The Crab Shacks The Charleston Crab Shacks have introduced a new menu, available now at each of its three locations. Enjoy new dishes,…
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Michael Bennet to speak at College of Charleston’s Bully Pulpit Series – January 10
January 8, 2020The Bully Pulpit Series at the College of Charleston will host a conversation with Democratic presidential candidate Senator Michael Bennet (Colorado). Bennet will meet with faculty, staff, students and the community as part…
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Lowcountry Food Bank welcomes new employees
January 8, 2020
The Lowcountry Food Bank (LCFB), whose mission is to lead the fight against hunger throughout the 10 coastal counties of South Carolina, is pleased to announce that several new staff…
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LS3P names Richard Gowe Charleston office leader
January 8, 2020
LS3P announced that Vice President | Principal Richard Gowe, AIA, LEED AP, assumed the role of Charleston Office Leader on January 8, 2020. Gowe, who joined the firm in 1983…
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2020 MLK Celebration keynote speakers and theme announced
January 8, 2020
Charleston’s 10-day Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration, the largest and longest-running event of its kind in South Carolina, will be headlined this month by Sheila C. Johnson, founder…
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Trident United Way awards $25,000 Community Engagement Grants
January 8, 2020
Diverse list of groups across Tri-County benefit from our community support Trident United Way announced grants to seven groups totaling $25,000 for special events aimed to help strengthen families, encourage…
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South Carolina Federal offers $50,000 in scholarships
January 8, 2020
South Carolina Federal Credit Union is now accepting applications for its 10th annual scholarship program. The credit union will award $50,000 to 12 students who will be attending a traditional…
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Robert Dozier joins First Reliance Bank as Chief Banking Officer
January 7, 2020
Robert Dozier has joined First Reliance Bank as Chief Banking Officer. Dozier is responsible for corporate strategy and the strategic market expansion of First Reliance Bank’s footprint throughout the Carolinas.…
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Cindy Lollis named Vice President of Finance at South Carolina-based property management firm NHE
January 7, 2020
Property management veteran to oversee accounting and finance responsibilities for all business units of rapidly growing organization Noted Southeastern association and property management firm NHE, Inc. has named Cindy Lollis…
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Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island names Peter Conboy Director of Finance
January 7, 2020
Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island has named Peter Conboy as its new Director of Finance. Located along the coast of South Carolina’s scenic Hilton Head Island, the lushly landscaped beachfront…
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Ingevity’s Michael Wilson to present at CJS Securities Investor Conference on January 8, 2020
January 7, 2020NORTH CHARLESTON, SC – Ingevity Corporation (NYSE: NGVT) announced that Michael Wilson, president and CEO, will present at the CJS Securities 20th Annual “New Ideas for the New Year”…
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TeamLogic IT opens on East Bay Street in Charleston
January 7, 2020
Top Rated Technology Franchise Set to Serve IT Needs of Area Businesses TeamLogic IT, a national provider of managed information technology (IT) services and support for businesses, recently opened an…
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Wade Allen is named president of Lee & Associates Charleston
January 7, 2020
Senior real estate leader in the office, retail, industrial, and institutional sectors brings over 35 years of commercial real estate experience Wade Allen, a senior executive with over 35 years…
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SCRA announces appointment of Lou Kennedy to Board’s Executive Committee
January 7, 2020
SCRA, a public, nonprofit corporation chartered to grow South Carolina’s innovation economy and foster job creation, announced the appointment by Gov. Henry McMaster of Lou Kennedy to the SCRA Board of Trustees’…
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Congress, President Trump approve $138 million for Charleston Harbor Deepening Project
January 6, 2020
On December 20, the Charleston Harbor Deepening Project reached a monumental milestone with President Donald Trump signing the FY2020 Energy and Water Appropriations bill into law, officially greenlighting $138 million…
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Top Grossing Movies – January 6, 2020
January 6, 2020
Theatrical grosses from comScore Week of 01/03/2020 to 01/09/2020 Rank Title Weeks Weekend Gross Cumulative 1 Star Wars: The Rise Of Skywalker 3 $34,524,815 $451,582,256 2 Jumanji: The Next…
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Karolyn Belcher named Chief Academic Officer for CCSD
January 6, 2020
Charleston County School District announced Karolyn Belcher as the new Chief Academic Officer, beginning January 6, 2020. Belcher will lead the District’s Learning Services division. Belcher is an experienced educator…
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Turner Padget elects three new shareholders
January 6, 2020
Turner Padget Graham & Laney, P.A. announces that Charleston-based Kristen N. Nichols, Columbia-based J. David Johnson, IV and Greenville-based David L. Moore have been elected shareholders of the firm. Nichols…
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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis announces new statewide Financial Literacy initiative
January 6, 2020
Goal is to energize and increase number of South Carolina teachers offering personal finance education in their classrooms South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis today announced the launch of the South…
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Jeff Stover named shareholder with Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd
January 6, 2020
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd announced that Jeff Stover has been elected shareholder. Jeff’s practice focuses on intellectual property, including patent, copyright, trademark, trade secret, unfair competition and related matters for clients…
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Avison Young Charleston commercial real estate transactions
January 6, 2020
Charleston, SC Market 12/20/2019 Avison Young commercial real estate announced that Todd Garrett, CCIM, SIOR, Tradd Varner and Daniel McClam represented Gary Thorpe and Diane Thorpe in the leasing of…
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3 Steps to Improve your Public Engagement In 2020
January 6, 2020
By Jesica Johnson Mackey NP Strategy 2020 is here, and if you haven’t already, now is the time to identify some New Year’s resolutions for your company or organization.…
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Colliers Report: Charleston office market anxiously awaits delivery of new construction
January 3, 2020
Research & Forecast Report Q4-2019 CHARLESTON | OFFICE Key Takeaways During the fourth quarter of 2019, the overall Charleston office market absorbed 64,329 square feet. New construction and upgraded space…
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Hood Construction named BIA of Central SC Commercial Contractor of the Year
January 2, 2020
Hood Construction is honored to have been named the Building Industry Association of Central South Carolina’s Commercial Contractor of the Year. Criteria for the award, given at the annual BIA…
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Famously Hot New Year draws tens of thousands to “Push It” into 2020
January 2, 2020
Salt-N-Pepa headlined S.C.’s largest, free New Year’s Eve celebration Tens of thousands of locals and out-of-towners danced in the streets at Famously Hot New Year in downtown Columbia, S.C. on…
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Mattern & Craig Engineers & Surveyors welcomes Jim Neal to South Carolina expansion
January 2, 2020
Mattern & Craig Engineers & Surveyors announced that Jim Neal has accepted the position of Business Development Coordinator for the Carolina regions. His focus will be the Lowcountry as well…
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Historic McCrady’s Tavern property on the market for sale or lease
January 2, 2020
An almost 10,000-square-foot historic property at 2 Unity Alley is on the market for $5.95 million. Formerly McCrady’s Tavern, the listing is being managed by the Charleston Commercial Team of…
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Volunteers reap numerous benefits with Garden in the Parks program
January 2, 2020Common on those New Year’s resolutions lists are more exercise, volunteering and learning a new skill or hobby. Volunteers with the Charleston Parks Conservancy’s Garden in the Parks program can…
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