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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The Beach Co. Treasurer awarded by Charleston CFO Council
October 29, 2019
Pat McDermott, treasurer and controller at The Beach Company, was recently honored with the 2019 Senior Financial Executive (SFE) Award by the Charleston CFO Council, the region’s premier organization for…
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Avison Young – South Carolina, Inc. (Charleston & Savannah, GA) commercial real estate transactions
October 29, 2019
Charleston, SC Market 10/11/2019 Avison Young commercial real estate is pleased to announce that Todd Garrett, CCIM,SIOR ,Tradd Varner , and Daniel McClam represented BPG SR Adults Trust Agreement in…
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Top Grossing Movies – October 28, 2019
October 28, 2019
Theatrical grosses from comScore Week of 10/25/2019 to 10/31/2019 Rank Title Weeks Weekend Gross Cumulative 1 Maleficent: Mistress Of Evil 2 $19,369,877.0 $66,245,035.0 2 Joker 4 $19,248,035.0 $277,931,557.0 3…
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South Carolina Public Radio wins five first-place awards
October 28, 2019
State’s public radio network receives four first-place awards from the Radio Television Digital News Association of the Carolinas and one from the Associated Press South Carolina Public Radio (SCPR) this…
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Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired South Carolina (ABVI) receives funds to assist blind and visually impaired community members experiencing poverty
October 28, 2019
This Fall, the Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired South Carolina (ABVI) was one of 77 nonprofit organizations to receive Fall Caritas Grant funding from the Sisters of Charity…
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Mashburn Construction announces two new hires for the Coastal Division
October 28, 2019
Mashburn Construction, announced the hire of two employees within the Coastal Division of the company. Chris Setter has been hired as a Project Manager for the company’s new Myrtle Beach…
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Economic impact of real estate tops $3 billion in Lowcountry in 2018
October 28, 2019
Lowcountry Deemed As ‘High Impact’ Area For Housing Industry in The State The economic impact of the real estate industry reached more than $3 billion in the Lowcountry in 2018,…
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Barrelli Barber opens in Park Circle
October 28, 2019
Barrelli Barber opened in Park Circle on October 22 offering “Proper Grooming for Gentlemen” in the vibrant North Charleston community. The Park Circle location at 4628 Spruill Avenue is the…
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Stantec expands Transportation and Landscape Architecture teams in South Carolina
October 28, 2019
Stantec, a leading global design and engineering firm, has welcomed three professionals to its growing Transportation and Landscape Architecture teams in Charleston and Columbia. Maureen O’Brien-Pitts (see featured image) has…
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Advanced technology company investing $3 million in Richland County operations
October 27, 2019
REI Automation, a Columbia, South Carolina-based company specializing in designing and building custom industrial robotic equipment for automotive, medical, nuclear, electronics industries and consumer goods is expanding its operations in…
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Publix Signs on as presenting sponsor for annual Light the Lake
October 27, 2019
The Charleston Parks Conservancy will kick off the holiday season with the annual tree lighting and winter celebration at Colonial Lake on Friday, Dec. 6. This year, Publix is supporting…
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Rural broadband investment will help South Carolina farms
October 25, 2019
Today, U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue announced the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has invested $9,750,000 in high-speed broadband infrastructure that will create or improve rural e-Connectivity for 3,911 rural households…
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A day to demonstrate the servant leadership of Citadel cadets
October 25, 2019
Once a year, cadets at The Citadel trade classes for community service. Servant leadership through community service is integral to the college’s mission of developing cadets into principled leaders. Most…
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Charleston Commercial donates $30,000 to Lifeline Children’s Services
October 25, 2019
Local investment firm Charleston Commercial is making a significant impact on the state’s foster care crisis. The company — led by C. Kendrick and managing director Joshua Schaap — donated…
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Charleston Metro Chamber’s Justin Lee named to the Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives’s Million Dollar Circle
October 24, 2019
The Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives, ACCE, has awarded Justin Lee of the Charleston Metro Chamber with its Lifetime Sales Achievement award. The Membership Development Division’s Circle of Champions sales program has developed a…
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LS3P’s Bryan Beerman, AIA wins Ball State University’s GOLD Award
October 24, 2019
LS3P congratulates Bryan Beerman, AIA, on receiving the 2019 Ball State University Graduate of the Last Decade (G.O.L.D.) Award, which was presented at the annual Alumni & Benefactors Recognition Dinner…
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Bob Nuttall, SIOR, CPM and Cori Nuttall sells prime office space in N. Charleston
October 24, 2019
Lee & Associates Charleston’s Bob Nuttall, SIOR, CPM, and Cori Nuttall represented the Seller, 8088 Rivers Avenue, LLC, in the sale of 19,934 SF of office space located at 8084…
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Colliers Report: Charleston awaits construction completions, few spaces are available
October 24, 2019
Research & Forecast Report Q3-2019 CHARLESTON | INDUSTRIAL Key Takeaways Until new construction is delivered to the market, there are few available space options; the overall vacancy rate dropped…
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City of Charleston to host workshops for businesses transitioning from single-use plastics
October 23, 2019
The city of Charleston Sustainability division is hosting two free workshops to provide businesses with tools and resources to help support a smooth transition to the city’s new single-use plastic…
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College of Charleston Podcast: Bernard Powers on The Life and Legacy of Denmark Vesey
October 23, 2019
When ground is broken this week on construction of the International African American Museum along the banks of the Cooper River in downtown Charleston, it will mark another significant milestone for a…
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S.C. Ports makes a $63.4 billion annual economic impact on S.C.
October 23, 2019
Port operations support 1 in 10 jobs for South Carolinians South Carolina Ports Authority has long been a powerful economic engine for South Carolina, and as container volumes have doubled over…
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MUSC College of Medicine dean elected to prestigious National Academy of Medicine
October 23, 2019
Dean Raymond DuBois earns one of the highest honors in health and medicine Raymond N. DuBois, M.D., Ph.D., dean of the College of Medicine at the Medical University of South…
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Access to quality care no matter where you are
October 23, 2019
South Carolina Telehealth Alliance marks annual Telehealth Awareness Week Everyone deserves access to quality health care, regardless of where they live. Telehealth Awareness Week (TAW) is an annual observance highlighting…
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SCPA makes a $7.1 billion annual economic impact in Pee Dee
October 23, 2019
Port operations support 1 in 10 jobs for South Carolinians South Carolina Ports Authority extends its reach beyond the Port of Charleston to make a significant economic impact throughout South Carolina…
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STEM Program for College of Charleston minority students celebrates 25th Anniversary
October 23, 2019
Diversity isn’t just about increasing inclusivity among minority and underrepresented students. It’s also about elevating differences of thought and perspective. Having a variety of ideas from a variety of people…
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Governor announces initiative to recruit qualified women to serve on SC boards
October 23, 2019At a press conference this morning in the State Capitol, Governor Henry McMaster introduced SC Women in Leadership’s SC Gubernatorial Appointments Project (SC GAP). The SC WIL initiative is designed to recruit capable…
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Green Heart Project announces capital campaign in support of new urban farm project
October 23, 2019
Most ambitious project to date will enable local nonprofit to more than double their reach in the community The Green Heart Project, a local nonprofit focused on education, healthy food…
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Gov. Henry McMaster, Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette joined by civic groups, business leaders to encourage public service
October 23, 2019Governor Henry McMaster and Lt. Governor Pamela S. Evette were joined today by representatives from SC WIL and members of South Carolina’s business community to announce #ServeSC, a new effort to raise…
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East Cooper Medical Center completes infant nutrition training funded by CDC
October 23, 2019East Cooper Medical Center is among the first hospitals in the nation to successfully complete the EMPower Training initiative. EMPower is a skills-based competency training to advance knowledge and skills…
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Hood Construction growing Columbia headquarters with purchase of 1215 Shop Rd.
October 23, 2019
Hood Construction Corporation is actively engaged in the expansion of its current Columbia headquarters, following the purchase of the former Morris Furniture Warehouse building located at 1215 Shop Road. The…
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2019 official SC Top 25 Fastest Growing Companies
October 23, 2019
South Carolina’s Fastest Growing Companies competition is the annual ranking of the Palmetto State’s 25 most dynamic and successful companies. This event is presented by The Capital Corporation and co-sponsored…
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United Community Banks, Inc. reports Third Quarter Results
October 23, 2019
United Community Banks, Inc. reported strong third quarter financial results, including solid year-over-year loan and deposit growth, record operating efficiency and strong asset quality. Diluted earnings per share were $0.60,…
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Greer Heritage Museum receives lasting memorial
October 23, 2019
Greer Heritage Museum has been gifted a model replica of the Greer High School, as it was during 1967, built by Dr. Raymond Meyers of Greenville, SC. With permission from…
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