SCMC recognizes 92 South Carolina facilities for outstanding safety achievements
March 17, 2026
South Carolina Manufacturers and Commerce (SCMC) honored 92 industrial facilities across the state for their exceptional workplace safety performance in 2025. “When SCMC celebrates our annual safety awards, it’s with…
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South Carolina Restaurant & Lodging Association names Mark Newman as President & CEO
March 16, 2026
The South Carolina Restaurant & Lodging Association (SCRLA) today announced the appointment of Mark Newman as its next President & Chief Executive Officer, following a national search to identify the…
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Lieutenant Governor champions South Carolina Healthy Business Coalition
March 16, 2026Evette expresses support for organization’s mission to advance workforce health and wellbeing By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Days after the official launch of the South Carolina Healthy Business Coalition (SCHBC),…
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LCK hires Aidan Danford as Project Manager in Charleston
March 12, 2026
LCK announced the addition of Aidan Danford as a Project Manager in the Charleston office. Danford brings experience managing complex commercial, civic and mixed-use developments totaling more than $410 million…
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Charleston voted No. 1 in Southern Living’s 2026 South’s Best Awards
March 12, 2026
photo credit : Getty images For the tenth consecutive year, the readers of Southern Living ranked the Charleston region No. 1 in its annual South’s Best awards. The awards recognize readers’ favorite destinations and…
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Target next-day delivery now available in Charleston
March 12, 2026Target Expands Next-Day Delivery Across the U.S. This spring, 60% of the U.S. population will have access to quicker, easier shopping as Target expands next-day delivery of online orders to…
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Lowcountry Land Trust announces “It Can’t Wait” campaign to accelerate land protection before opportunities are lost
March 12, 2026
Lowcountry Land Trust, a nonprofit committed to conserving Lowcountry landscapes and waterways for current and future generations, announces the public phase launch of the organization’s It Can’t Wait Campaign. In…
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Local elected officials across South Carolina urge lawmakers to advance public deposits legislation
March 12, 2026
County and Municipal Leaders Statewide Call for Expanded Local Choice in Managing Community-Funded Deposits The Palmetto Public Deposits Coalition (PPDC) today announced that a growing coalition of local elected officials…
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St. Patrick’s Day: Celebrate Safely and Support Recovery
March 12, 2026
St. Patrick’s Day celebrations often include gatherings where alcohol becomes a central focus. While the holiday can be festive and fun, heavy drinking can increase the risk of alcohol-related injuries,…
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McMillan Pazdan Smith acquires MCA Architecture
March 12, 2026
McMillan Pazdan Smith (MPS) is announcing its acquisition of MCA Architecture (MCA) of Greenville, SC. This partnership deepens and expands the MPS industrial practice which designs and plans advanced and…
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S.C. Department of Environmental Services wins 2025 Notable State Documents Award for State Water Plan
March 12, 2026
The S.C. Department of Environmental Services (SCDES) is the recipient of a 2025 Notable State Documents Award from the South Carolina State Library for the 2025 South Carolina State Water…
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Celebrating Chemistry: College of Charleston recognized with prestigious grant; to host public lecture and more
March 12, 2026
The College of Charleston Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry in the School of Natural and Environmental Sciences (SNES) has been awarded a competitive Jean Dreyfus Lectureship for Undergraduate Institutions by the Camille and Henry Dreyfus Foundation. This…
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City of Charleston to further review potential e-bike regulations
March 12, 2026
Charleston City Council voted Tuesday evening to defer consideration of potential regulations related to electric bicycles, or e-bikes, in order to allow for additional review, public input, and coordination with law enforcement. During the…
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Martin Center Madness: spotlighting competition, community and mentorship
March 12, 2026
On Friday, March 13, the College of Charleston’s Martin Center for Mentorship in Communication and the Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce come together to host Martin Center Madness, a dynamic event…
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Black Food Truck Festival named top 10 in the U.S.
March 12, 2026
The Black Food Truck Festival announced its official ranking as the #6 Best Cultural Festival in the country by the USA TODAY 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards. After weeks of nationwide…
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From Field to Legacy: Billy Dukes’ Hall of Fame moment
March 12, 2026
SCDNR’s Chief of Wildlife named to national hall of fame By Tom Mullikin In the world of wildlife conservation, few honors carry the weight of induction into the National Bobwhite…
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Charleston County to host mandatory forums for nonprofits seeking community investment, accommodations tax funding
March 12, 2026
With applications opening soon, Charleston County will host two public information forums for nonprofit, 501(c) organizations interested in applying for funding through the County Contributions Program, which includes Community Investment,…
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Governor McMaster signs joint resolution extending alcohol server training deadline
March 12, 2026
The South Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association (SCRLA) applauds Governor Henry McMaster for signing H. 5261, a joint resolution that extends the deadline for mandatory alcohol server training to May…
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CCSD Board approves Peninsula attendance line adjustments as part of the Peninsula Promise
March 12, 2026
During a Special Called Meeting on March 9, the Charleston County School District (CCSD) Board of Trustees unanimously approved Option 5, establishing new attendance lines for elementary schools on the…
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Santee Cooper announces rewards for smart thermostat customers
March 12, 2026
Santee Cooper is offering bill credits to customers who enroll their smart thermostat in the new Santee Cooper Rewards demand response program. Customers earn $75 when they enroll their smart…
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Manufacturing Madness narrows field to eight finalists
March 12, 2026
Voting for the Top 8 Round of Manufacturing Madness Now Open South Carolina Manufacturers and Commerce (SCMC) announced the eight products advancing in the 5th Annual Manufacturing Madness, a contest…
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South Carolina Governor’s Schools host “Endless Opportunities” information sessions across the state
March 12, 2026
The Governor’s School for Agriculture at John de la Howe (JDLH), the South Carolina Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities (SCGSAH), and the South Carolina Governor’s School for Science…
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A Good Whooping
March 11, 2026
By Tom Poland I am no stranger to the flyswatter, switch, belt, and paddle. I even got a good whooping with a paint brush. I ought to be a…
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Brenda Stewart reappointed by South Carolina Supreme Court to Commission on Lawyer Conduct
March 11, 2026
Stewart begins a new two-year term continuing her long-standing service as a non-lawyer member representing the public in South Carolina’s attorney disciplinary system. Laurens County resident and community leader Brenda…
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City of Charleston launches new recreation mobile app to further modernize city services
March 10, 2026
The City of Charleston Recreation Department announced the launch of its City of Charleston, now available for download. The app provides residents and visitors with a convenient way to access…
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City of Charleston celebrates completion of Bridgepoint Ecological Park and Playground
March 10, 2026The City of Charleston celebrated the completion of Bridgepoint Ecological Park and Playground with a ribbon-cutting ceremony in the Shadowmoss neighborhood of West Ashley. The new green space and playground…
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Blakely Roof named 2026 recipient of the Fred R. Sheheen Award for Excellence in Nonprofit Leadership
March 10, 2026
Francis Marion University’s Fred R. Sheheen Nonprofit Leadership Institute (FMU NPLI) and Together SC announce Blakely Roof as the 2026 recipient of the prestigious Fred R. Sheheen Award for Excellence…
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Berkeley County, SC Works Trident hosting Workforce Career Fair March 20
March 10, 2026
Berkeley County Economic Development, in partnership with SC Works Trident, is hosting a Workforce Career Fair on Friday, March 20, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Berkeley County Administration Building, located at…
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Dancing on the Cooper returns to the Mount Pleasant Pier April 24
March 10, 2026
On select Fridays this spring and summer Charleston County Parks’ live music series on the Mount Pleasant Pier, Dancing on the Cooper, is back on select Friday evenings! The season’s…
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Project 3500 Design Charrette opens March 16, public invited to kickoff, open house, and work in progress presentation
March 10, 2026
The City of Charleston, in partnership with the Charleston Housing Authority, the WestEdge Foundation, and Charleston County, will host a weeklong design charrette focused on mixed-income, mixed-use affordable and workforce housing opportunities on…
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The SCOPA announces Spring Meeting 2026 in the City of Greenville
March 9, 2026
The South Carolina Optometric Physicians Association (SCOPA) announced its 2026 Spring Meeting, March 27–29, 2026, at the historic Westin Poinsett in downtown Greenville, offering up to 10 hours of COPE-approved…
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SC Housing to launch 2026 Palmetto Heroes Program with $10,000 down payment assistance for public servants
March 9, 2026
Beginning March 16, South Carolina’s public service heroes can apply for $10,000 in forgivable down payment assistance through SC Housing’s 2026 Palmetto Heroes Program, with funds available on a first-come,…
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Tax breaks for South Carolina boat owners sail through the state Senate
March 8, 2026
Courtesy of the South Carolina Daily Gazette By Jessica Holdman March 5, 2026 SC currently has the highest property taxes on boats in the country South Carolina boat owners can…
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Spring Break Check-In: Talking With Your College Student About Substance Use
March 6, 2026
As Spring Break approaches, college students across South Carolina are preparing to return home, travel or spend time with friends. No matter where students spend the break, it presents a…
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Patient Safety Awareness Week: Protecting Families Through Safe Medication Use
March 6, 2026
During Patient Safety Awareness Week, March 8-14, the South Carolina Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities’ Office of Substance Use Services (OSUS) is reminding families that safe medication practices…
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Muzika! 2026 Festival announces 5th anniversary season in South Carolina
March 5, 2026
25-year international legacy brings Metropolitan Opera leadership, Broadway classics, and Bulgarian folk to the Palmetto State this June This June, the Muzika! Festival returns to South Carolina for its fifth…
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Historic 1954 deepwater bluff estate in Riverland Terrace hits market for first time in 70 years
March 5, 2026
The bluff-top home at 111 Riverland Drive in Riverland Terrace has entered the public market for the first time since its construction in 1954 by the Halsey family, longtime owners of…
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Finalists announced for the 2026 Spark + American Advertising Awards
March 5, 2026
The Charleston Chapter of the American Marketing Association (AMA) alongside the American Advertising Federation (AAF) Charleston Chapter announce the finalists for its Spark + American Advertising Awards to recognize the…
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Credit One Charleston Open releases preliminary player field featuring 10 top 25 players and 11 Americans
March 5, 2026
Charleston field includes defending champion Jessica Pegula and two-time 2025 Grand Slam finalist Amanda Anisimova, as well as 2025 Australian Open champion Madison Keys and local standout Emma Navarro The Credit…
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Win big & get fit in Mt Pleasant this March
March 5, 2026
The Mount Pleasant Chamber of Commerce (MPCC) and the Town of Mount Pleasant celebrate the fifth annual “Get Fit Where You Live” campaign. This month long initiative invites residents to…
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Chief Executive Officer
March 5, 2026
Windwood Family Services seeks a bold, visionary Chief Executive Officer to lead the organization through its next phase of growth and impact. This role is mission-critical: the CEO serves as…
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S.C. Arts Commission announces six recipients of 2026 Governor’s Awards for the Arts
March 5, 2026
Recipients from Charleston, Florence, Hampton, Richland and York counties The South Carolina Arts Commission is happily announcing six unique and deserving 2026 recipients of the state’s highest recognition for exceptional…
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Amy Bower bolsters Parker Poe’s White Collar & Government Investigations team in South Carolina
March 5, 2026
Amy Bower recently joined Parker Poe’s Charleston, South Carolina office, following five years as an Assistant United States Attorney for the District of South Carolina, where she investigated and prosecuted…
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Lowcountry Heart Walk raises more than $1 million to save lives and expand CPR education
March 4, 2026
The American Heart Association campaign equips participants with CPR education while raising funds to support research and local impact initiatives More than 2,000 people gathered at The Joe (RiverDogs stadium)…
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Osprey At Crooked Bridge
March 4, 2026
By Tom Poland Three birds hold me in their thrall. The osprey, whippoorwill, and oft-slighted buzzard. I love the whippoorwill’s lilting call. The noble osprey and its distinctive M-shaped…
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Treasurer Loftis highlights expanded Palmetto ABLE account eligibility at Disability Advocacy Day
March 4, 2026
Thousands more South Carolinians with disabilities may now qualify for a powerful savings tool designed to protect their benefits and strengthen their financial future. At Disability Advocacy Day at the…
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Harbor Contracting expands field leadership with addition of Parker Mayfield as Superintendent
March 4, 2026
Mount Pleasant-based commercial general contractor adds experienced superintendent to support project execution across the Lowcountry Harbor Contracting, a Charleston-based commercial general contractor, has named Parker Mayfield as Superintendent, strengthening the…
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PSC appointments will shape utility rates across South Carolina
March 3, 2026
Ratepayer Protection Concerns Focus Attention on District 5 Appointment Next week, the South Carolina General Assembly will vote to appoint members of the Public Service Commission (PSC) for Congressional Districts…
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South Carolina export sales reach $38.5 billion in 2025, marking seven-year high
March 3, 2026
South Carolina’s manufacturing industries support economic growth Governor Henry McMaster, the South Carolina Department of Commerce (S.C. Commerce) and South Carolina Ports (SC Ports) announced that the state’s 2025 export sales grew 1.5%,…
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Sustain SC celebrates five year anniversary with launch of new strategic framework
March 3, 2026
This week, Sustain SC is celebrating its fifth anniversary with the launch of a refreshed Strategic Framework designed to support the organization’s new Purpose statement — to build and grow a…
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