Low Country current specials presented by Little Dog Agency
October 22, 2019
Ms. Rose’s Hosts Mimosas & Mutts Benefitting Dorchester Paws Ms. Rose’s invites you and your favorite four-legged friends to Mimosas & Mutts Saturday, October 26 from 10am – 2pm to benefit Dorchester Paws! Enjoy $1 Mimosas, live music, housemade…
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Sun RV Resorts officially opens upscale resort
October 22, 2019
Carolina Pines to Offer the Best of Life at the Beach and Back to Nature All in One Carolina Pines, a Signature Sun RV Resort officially celebrated its grand opening today near…
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The Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired South Carolina announces second Tri-County location
October 22, 2019Expansion Planned as the Need for Vision Rehabilitation Services Grows North Charleston Mayor Keith Summey, ABVI Client Katherine Vey-strachan, ABVI CEO Courtney Plotner, ABVI Board President Clay Hershey and Senator…
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Public invited to review proposed instructional materials and textbooks
October 22, 2019
The public is invited to review textbooks and instructional materials that have been proposed for use in South Carolina’s K-12 public schools in fourteen subject areas. The materials will be…
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Hobcaw Barony introduces new Board of Trustees and Officers
October 22, 2019
The Belle W. Baruch Foundation continues to leave its impact to conserve Hobcaw Barony’s unique natural and cultural resources for research and education with the introduction of its 2019-2020 Board of Trustees and…
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Abrams to retire in 2020 as dean, will remain on faculty
October 22, 2019
Longtime Charleston School of Law Dean Andy Abrams will retire from his leadership position at the end of the academic year in May 2020, the school announced today. He will remain on…
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S.C. Arts Commission to receive national grantmaking award
October 22, 2019
OVERLAND PARK, KAN. – The Grant Professionals Association is announcing that the South Carolina Arts Commission was named its 2019 Grantmaker of the Year for the public sector. The Grant…
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TalkTools introduces Sensi to enhance Oral Placement Therapy
October 22, 2019
Easy-to-use tool provides array of choices for sensory stimulation TalkTools®, a leading Oral-Placement Therapy (OPT) company that helps families with special needs in feeding and speech, unveiled Sensi®, a new…
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Southern First reports results for third quarter 2019
October 22, 2019
Southern First Bancshares, Inc., holding company for Southern First Bank, today announced its financial results for the three- and nine-month periods ended September 30, 2019. 2019 Third Quarter Highlights •…
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South Carolina CCIM Chapter honors new CCIM designees
October 22, 2019The CCIM designation signifies expertise in the commercial real estate profession. The SC CCIM Chapter has recognized 6 chapter members who recently earned the Certified Commercial Investment Member designation, the…
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Sumter Casket Company expanding operations to Clarendon County
October 22, 2019
$1.8 million investment to create 11 new jobs Sumter Casket Company, a manufacturer and distributor of caskets, today announced plans to expand its operations to Clarendon County. The company’s $1.8…
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Newsome’s address: S.C. Ports growing cargo, enhancing infrastructure in big-ship era
October 21, 2019
South Carolina Ports Authority President and CEO Jim Newsome has always had a vision for S.C. Ports, ensuring its best days are ahead. Newsome, who celebrates 10 years at the…
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College of Charleston’s Center for Creative Retirement scholarship focuses on gerontology
October 21, 2019When you have more than 300 senior citizens passionate about lifelong learning, like at the College of Charleston’s Center for Creative Retirement (CCR), it’s only natural that a scholarship for younger…
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Life Cycle Engineering receives $15.7 Million Prime Contract Award
October 21, 2019
Life Cycle Engineering (LCE) has been awarded a $15.7 million prime contract by the engineering department of the U.S. Navy’s Mid-Atlantic Regional Maintenance Center (MARMC) to provide technical assistance, assessment, and…
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Dr. Jairy C. Hunter named 2019 Joseph P. Riley Leadership Award Winner
October 21, 2019
The Charleston Metro Chamber announced Dr. Jairy C. Hunter as the recipient of the 2019 Joseph P. Riley Leadership Award, which will be presented at The Honors, the first portion of the…
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Top Grossing Movies – October 21, 2019
October 21, 2019
Week of 10/18/2019 to 10/24/2019 Rank Title Weeks Weekend Gross Cumulative 1 Maleficent: Mistress Of Evil 1 $36,948,713 $36,948,713 2 Joker 3 $29,251,840 $247,275,844 3 Zombieland: Double Tap 1 $26,803,104…
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SC Chamber announces 2019 Excellence In Workplace Diversity and SC Branded Award winners
October 21, 2019
The South Carolina Chamber of Commerce announced the winners of two award categories – the Excellence in Workplace Diversity Awards and the SC Branded Awards. These awards are given annually…
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South Carolina ETV, Riley Institute announce expanded partnership
October 21, 2019
Collaboration creates content for educators and enriches public dialogue around critical issues South Carolina ETV (SCETV) and the Riley Institute at Furman University today announced an expanded partnership that will…
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Wild Dunes Resort hosts Women’s Construction Group for annual conference, new hotel site tour
October 21, 2019On October 18, Wild Dunes Resort, a Destination Hotel, hosted the National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC) for the industry group’s South Atlantic Region Fall Conference at the resort’s…
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South Carolina ETV announces changes to staff structure
October 21, 2019
Assistant general manager and director of Digital Strategies positions created South Carolina ETV (SCETV) announced a slight restructuring and the creation of two new positions – assistant general manager and…
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Children’s Museum of the Lowcountry raises over $100K at gala
October 21, 2019
The Children’s Museum of the Lowcountry (CML), Charleston’s premier children’s non-profit museum, raised $109,000 at their A Night in the Emerald City Gala held on Saturday, September 28, 2019. These…
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College of Charleston to hold inauguration for President Hsu
October 21, 2019
Andrew T. Hsu will be formally installed as the 23rd president of the College of Charleston on Friday, Oct. 25, 2019. The inauguration ceremony will take place at 3:30 p.m. in Cistern Yard.…
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SC Chamber announces 2019 Business Award Winners
October 19, 2019
The South Carolina Chamber of Commerce recently announced the slate of 2019 award winners to be honored at the Chamber’s 40th Annual Summit: Business Leader of the Year: Mr. Joe Blanchard, President,…
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Colliers International | South Carolina and LCK offices pledge $86,445 for United Way
October 19, 2019
Colliers and LCK offices across South Carolina pioneer a statewide United Way United Colliers campaign Colliers International | South Carolina and LCK staff and associates have pledged $86,445 in contributions…
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Frampton Construction underway on expansion for IFA
October 17, 2019The Keith Corporation, owner and developer of IFA’s existing Charleston Trade Center building, is expanding the automotive supplier’s facility by 211,000 square feet, bringing the total size to 487,000 square…
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CCPL announces inaugural Cynthia Graham Hurd Staff Award Winner
October 17, 2019
At its annual Staff Development Day on Oct. 14, Charleston County Public Library (CCPL) announced John L. Dart Branch Manager K’Lani Green as the winner of the inaugural Cynthia Graham Hurd Staff…
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College of Charleston to hold Fall Alumni Weekend 2019
October 17, 2019Fall: It’s that time of year when the leaves turn a warm shade of reddish orange, the days get shorter and the hot air of summer makes way for crisp,…
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South Atlantic Bank reports third quarter earnings
October 17, 2019
South Atlantic Bancshares, Inc., parent of South Atlantic Bank, reported net income of $4.8 million, or $0.63 per diluted share, for the nine months ended September 30, 2019, compared to…
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Clemson rises in national rankings of America’s best architecture and design schools
October 16, 2019
The School of Architecture at Clemson University has been named one of “America’s Best Architecture and Design Schools” by DesignIntelligence. In addition, three Clemson faculty members were named among only 29…
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Lowcountry manufacturers celebrated for giving back at LMC annual event
October 16, 2019
Manufacturers have pledged more than $10 million dollars to local philanthropic efforts Lowcountry manufacturers have awarded or pledged more than $10,000,000 to local and regional charities, non-profit organizations and educational…
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Tri-County Cradle to Career Collaborative welcomes Phyllis Martin as new CEO
October 16, 2019
Tri-County Cradle to Career Collaborative, a non-profit organization focused on improving education in Charleston, Berkeley and Dorchester counties, is announcing the appointment of Phyllis Martin as its next chief executive…
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Palmetto Goodwill Celebrates 40 Years of Putting People to Work
October 16, 2019
On October 16, 2019 Palmetto Goodwill celebrated 40 years of service to coastal South Carolina. When Palmetto Goodwill opened its doors in 1979 with 6 employees and a $90,000 budget,…
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MUSC earns 2019 Health Professions Higher Education Excellence in Diversity Award; Named Diversity Champion for second consecutive year
October 16, 2019
Recently, the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) was recognized with two prestigious national diversity honors. MUSC was one of only 43 institutions across the United States to be named…
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2019 Excellence in Mathematics Teaching winners announced
October 16, 2019
Tri-County Cradle to Career Collaborative’s Math Pathways Project Team announced the winners of the “2019 Excellence in Mathematics Teaching” awards at a dinner celebration on Monday, October 14 at Charleston…
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International African American Museum announces groundbreaking
October 16, 2019
Illuminating the African American Journey The International African American Museum (IAAM) announced its public Groundbreaking Ceremony will be held Friday, October 25 at 10:00. The theme for the occasion is…
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South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics to host open house for prospective students
October 16, 2019
The Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics (GSSM) is hosting a Preview Day for prospective high school sophomores and their families on Saturday, October 19, 2019 from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00…
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Charleston City Paper under new ownership
October 16, 2019
Local publishing team to keep America’s “best weekly newspaper” strong The Charleston City Paper, the Lowcountry’s alternative newspaper read by more than 110,000 people every week, has a new ownership…
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Womble Bond Dickinson (US) LLP appoints Cordes Ford as Leader of Projects, Construction and Infrastructure Team
October 15, 2019
Veteran construction and business litigation attorney Cordes Ford is the new leader of Womble Bond Dickinson’s US-based Projects, Construction and Infrastructure Team. The Projects, Construction and Infrastructure Team guides companies…
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Locums Firm redefining efficiency in healthcare staffing
October 15, 2019
South Carolina-based Floyd Lee Locums is investing and impressing with its expanded focus on how locums tenens is delivered. Effective immediately, Michelle Lathan has been promoted to Vice President of…
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District boasts 30 first-year teachers from College of Charleston
October 15, 2019The College of Charleston (CofC) has long been a local producer of educators for Charleston County School District (CCSD). This year alone, 30 CofC graduates are first-year teachers in CCSD.…
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Spartan Motors, Inc. launching operations in Charleston County
October 15, 2019
Investment Creating More Than 300 New Jobs Spartan Motors, Inc., a leader in fleet, work truck and specialty service vehicle manufacturing, is establishing operations in Charleston County. The $1.15 million investment…
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Charleston’s tech economy continues trending upward in 2019
October 15, 2019
Companies forecast robust hiring in the year ahead In its Annual Wage and Job Growth Survey, the Charleston Digital Corridor reported that the region’s tech economy continues to demonstrate strength…
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Top Grossing Movies – October 14, 2019
October 14, 2019
Theatrical grosses from comScore Week of 10/11/2019 to 10/17/2019 Rank Title Weeks Weekend Gross Cumulative 1 Joker 2 $55,861,403 $193,590,190 2 The Addams Family 1 $30,300,007 $30,300,007 3 Gemini Man…
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CCPL to open Baxter-Patrick James Island Library on Saturday, Nov. 2
October 14, 2019
Charleston County Public Library (CCPL) will open the Baxter-Patrick James Island Library, located at 1858 South Grimball Road, on Saturday, Nov. 2 at 10 a.m. The public is invited to attend a Ribbon…
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College of Charleston professor explores history of Salem Witch Trials in Travel Channel show
October 14, 2019It was a dark time in the history of Salem, Mass. From February 1692 to May 1693, more than 200 people in the small New England village were accused of…
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Stop naming things after politicians
October 14, 2019
By Richard Eckstrom, S.C. Comptroller They’re a staple of the incumbent politician’s toolkit: the countless recognitions, resolutions, proclamations, ribbon-cuttings, and photo-ops which are more ceremonial than anything else, but which…
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Berkeley-Charleston-Dorchester Council of Governments adds to rural Long Range Transportation Plan meeting schedule
October 11, 2019
The Berkeley-Charleston-Dorchester Council of Governments added an additional public input opportunity to its Long Range Transportation Plan meeting schedule. The additional meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, October 15, from 2:30 to 6:30 p.m. and…
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MUSC celebrates record-breaking research awards
October 11, 2019
In other business, the board received a report from Kevin Gray, M.D., assistant provost for Research Advancement, confirming that MUSC has once again surpassed itself. In fiscal year 2019, the…
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MUSC trustees vote to pursue five certificates of need
October 11, 2019
The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) and Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA) Board of Trustees held their regularly scheduled meeting focusing, in part, on efforts that will expand access to…
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SpiritLine Cruises selects preferred caterers for special events
October 10, 2019SpiritLine Cruises has added five local companies to its list of preferred caterers, giving event planners more flexibility for private events and weddings aboard its yachts. The new preferred caterers…
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