Lott named to board of Black Belt Hall of Fame
September 15, 2020
COLUMBIA, S.C. – Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott was named to the board of directors of the South Carolina Black Belt Hall of Fame, Tues., Sept. 15. “Having Sheriff Lott…
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Lowcountry Food Bank receives $125,000 donation from Publix Super Markets Charities
September 15, 2020The Lowcountry Food Bank (LCFB) announced that it received a $125,000 donation from Publix Super Markets Charities last week to help feed Lowcountry neighbors who struggle with hunger. A socially distanced Publix…
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South Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association seeking nominations for Upstate Hospitality Awards
September 15, 2020
The South Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association (SCRLA) is seeking nominations for the 8th Annual Upstate Hospitality Awards, honoring the best of the best in the Upstate’s hospitality industry. The…
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Infinity Marketing receives seven fall interns
September 15, 2020Infinity Marketing, a fully integrated marketing firm, is pleased to welcome seven interns for the fall semester across several departments throughout the agency. “As we face the challenge of moving…
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School, work, COVID, oh my
September 15, 2020
By Amanda Loveday NP Strategy I continue to read stories about the demise of the working mother. Every night I scan my Facebook and Twitter feeds before going to…
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New Tech Incubator at the Charleston Tech Center to offer unprecedented amenities
September 15, 2020
The Charleston Digital Corridor (CDC), a multi-faceted initiative focused on building and nurturing the region’s tech community, is pleased to announce that reservations for workspace leases at the new tech…
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2020–2021 featured artists selected for CAE’s Art in the Airport Program
September 15, 2020
Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) announced the selected artists for our 2020 – 2021 Art in the Airport Program. Over 115 submissions were received from local artists reflecting the impressive talents…
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Kopis’ Dant named to Best and Brightest Under 35
September 15, 2020
Sarah Dant, an account manager with software developer Kopis, has been named to Greenville Business Magazine’s Best and Brightest Under 35 List. Dant joined Kopis as an Account Manager in…
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Delta Dental of South Carolina awards $272,400 in Oral Health grants to aid South Carolinians
September 15, 2020
Midlands Technical College Foundation (Columbia, S.C) received $22,400 to purchase equipment for the dental clinic providing care to those without insurance in the Midlands community. To help meet dental health…
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Immedion hires Jeff Sluder as Customer Service Manager for Asheville, Greenville and Spartanburg
September 15, 2020
Immedion LLC, a premiere provider of cloud, data center and managed IT services, announced today the hiring of Jeff Sluder as Customer Service Manager for their Asheville, Greenville and Spartanburg…
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Census Participation Deadline is September 30th
September 15, 2020
Have you completed the census survey? If not, you have until September 30th to get it done. County Council and other local community leaders continue to urge residents to complete the…
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Columbia Opportunity Resource (COR) elects board of directors for 2020-2021
September 15, 2020
Columbia Opportunity Resource (COR) introduces a talented group of community leaders for their 2020-2021 board of directors. This summer, the organization elected their executive committee, appointed committee chairs, and welcomed…
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Richland Two announces District Teacher of the Year
September 14, 2020
In a surprise classroom visit, Richland School District Two Superintendent Dr. Baron R. Davis announced the 2020-2021 District Teacher of the Year (DTOY). Dr. Davis visited the classroom of Tryphena…
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SouthWest Water Company announces acquisition of Ni Pacolet Milliken’s Utilities
September 14, 2020SouthWest Water Company (SouthWest Water) announced that its wholly-owned subsidiary, South Carolina Utility Systems, Inc. has acquired the South Carolina wastewater utility operations of Ni Pacolet Milliken Utilities (Ni) from…
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GMK’s Douglas B. White achieves South Carolina architectural registration
September 14, 2020
GMK announced that Douglas B. White, AIA, has recently received his individual architectural registration in the State of South Carolina through the South Carolina Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation…
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Village Idiot celebrates 30 years of NY-style pizza
September 14, 2020
Village Idiot Pizza is celebrating 30 years of serving NY-style pizza and good times in a comfortable, laid-back atmosphere. Under Kelly and Brian Glynn’s ownership, the Columbia classic has reached…
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YWCA Greater Charleston’s What Women Bring event to honor 12 women leaders from 11 industries
September 14, 2020
At YWCA Greater Charleston’s third annual What Women Bring event on October 1, heralded by empowering music and eagerly awaited by an audience of all ages, genders, and races, 12…
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Guys & Dolls Jr. – Sept. 25 & 26
September 14, 2020
T3 Presents Guys & Dolls Jr. “What’s in the daily news? I’ll tell ya what’s in the daily news!” Town Theatre is over the moon excited to produce Guys &…
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Updated Story – Man Wanted for Murder Now in Custody
September 14, 2020On September 11th at approximately 9:45PM, deputies responded to the 100 block of Garth Road in Fountain Inn in reference to an individual who had suffered a gunshot wound. Upon…
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Training Young Drivers to Keep our Roads Safe for Everyone
September 14, 2020
Greenlight Driving Academy has been training young drivers in the basics of drivers’ education and the safety of the road for over thirteen years. The locally owned business was started…
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Groundwork almost complete at QT site
September 14, 2020
The site work at the future location of QuikTrip (QT) on SC-72 in Clinton is almost complete, according to a Facebook post by the Clinton Economic Development Corporation. QT is…
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Lander University announces new Public History emphasis
September 14, 2020
In support of the University’s continued enrollment growth, Lander University’s Department of History and Philosophy at Lander has introduced an emphasis in Public History to accompany its Bachelor of Science…
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Councilwoman Dickerson to distribute free masks to residents
September 14, 2020
As part of Richland County’s efforts to prevent the spread of COVID-19, County Councilwoman Joyce Dickerson is holding a drive-through mask giveaway event. Face coverings will be distributed from 10…
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TIGHITCO expands leadership team in Aerostructures Division
September 14, 2020
Changes reflect an expanded technical direction and added focus on customer needs TIGHITCO Inc. is pleased to announce the appointment of Tawne Castorina to Chief Technical Fellow and Terrence M.…
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Subject Wanted for Murder
September 14, 2020
On September 11th at approximately 9:45PM, deputies responded to the 100 block of Garth Road in Fountain Inn in reference to an individual who had suffered a gunshot wound. Upon…
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Deadline for Voter Registration is October 2nd
September 14, 2020
The deadline to register to vote in the general election on November 3rd is October 2nd. If you are not registered to vote and want to participate in the November 3rd election…
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Leisure Pools Group purchases Groupe Beneteau manufacturing facility In Marion, South Carolina
September 14, 2020
Leisure Pools Group, one of the world’s largest composite fiberglass swimming pool manufacturers, announces it has entered into an agreement to purchase the Groupe Beneteau manufacturing facility in Marion, South Carolina.…
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Junior Earns NASA Research Award
September 14, 2020
Tori Snyder, a junior physics major, spent this past summer conducting research funded by a NASA Space Research Grant. Snyder worked to set up a study of galactic motion with…
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Experience selection of Balkan Music during Richland Library’s Evening Arts Program – September 18
September 14, 2020
In partnership with the 2020 Southern Guitar Festival and Competition, join Richland Library for Evening Arts: MM Guitar Duo from 7 – 8 p.m., Friday, September 18 on our Facebook…
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LCSO to Host Annual Trunk or Treat – October 30
September 14, 2020
Stop by the Laurens County Sheriff’s Office (216 West Main St.) on Friday, October 30th starting at 5:30PM (while supplies last) for our annual Trunk or Treat event! We enjoy…
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UofSC earns top ranking for first-year experience; international business program
September 14, 2020
The University of South Carolina is once again recognized for offering the best first-year experience of any public college in the nation by U.S. News and World Report’s annual undergraduate rankings released…
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United Community Bank launches commercial real estate lending division in Florida
September 14, 2020
United Community Bank is expanding its commercial real estate (CRE) lending division in Florida with the announcement of Chris Willman as Senior Vice President, Commercial Real Estate Relationship Manager. In…
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Greenville Technical College awarded $2.3 million grant to help students
September 14, 2020
The U.S. Department of Education announced recently that Greenville Technical College (GTC) will receive a federal Student Support Services grant of $2.3 million over five years to help students succeed…
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Building Industry Association recognizes Influential Women in Construction
September 14, 2020
In recognition of Professional Women in Building (PWB) Week Sept. 14-18, The Building Industry Association of Central South Carolina (BIA) is recognizing the 2020 Influential Women in Construction of the…
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Leisure Pools and Spas North America, Inc. establishing operations in Marion County
September 14, 2020
$6.1 Million Investment Will Create 200 New Jobs Leisure Pools and Spas North America, Inc., a leading fiberglass in-ground pool manufacturer, today announced plans to establish operations in Marion County.…
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FinTrust hires Donna Rasile as Senior Vice President, Investment Advisor
September 14, 2020
FinTrust Capital Advisors announced that Donna Rasile has joined the FinTrust team as Senior Vice President, Investment Advisor. Throughout her 30 years of experience, Donna has become a trusted advisor…
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Elliot Condon graduates from Chamber’s Spring Leadership Discovery Program
September 14, 2020
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd announced that Elliot Condon, an associate in the firm’s Charleston office, has graduated from the Charleston Metro Chamber’s Spring 2020 Leadership Discovery Program. Leadership Discovery is an…
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Columbia Economic Development dedicates September to insurance technology
September 14, 2020
Department Designates September ‘Insurtech Month’ In a nod to a globe-spanning industry that originated in Columbia, SC, Columbia Economic Development (CED) has named September Insurtech Month. Executive Director Ryan Coleman…
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Bob Jones University ranked by U.S. News & World report
September 14, 2020
In its 2021 Best College Rankings, U.S. News & World Report recognized Bob Jones University as one of the Best Regional Universities in the South, the second Best Value Regional…
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CEO of ZWO launches new company, skillsgapp, to address skills-based talent shortages
September 13, 2020
Tina Zwolinski, CEO and founder of ZWO, a South Carolina-based branding and marketing firm, and Cynthia Jenkins, partner and CCO of ZWO, have launched skillsgapp, a company designed to address…
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Charleston Animal Society 20th Annual Chili Cook-Off goes virtual!
September 11, 2020
Emmy® Winning Brandon McMillan Rolls Up Sleeves for Shelter Animals Charleston Animal Society’s Annual Chili Cook-off has been re-imagined as an online experience so people anywhere can participate this 20th anniversary year! …
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Lee & Associates Charleston completes grocer-anchor transaction; West Ashley BI-LO to transition into Lowes Foods by this Fall
September 11, 2020
Lee & Associates Charleston’s Bob Nuttall, SIOR, CPM, and Cori Nuttall, and the owner of Bees Ferry Crossing are happy to announce Lowes Foods has signed an agreement to purchase…
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American Heart Association collaborating with AME churches
September 11, 2020
The American Heart Association in Charleston is collaborating with local AME churches to raise awareness of the benefits of living a healthy lifestyle. The partnership provides education on the dangers…
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Tidelands Health, MUSC Health strengthen affiliation to advance regional health care
September 11, 2020
Tidelands Health and MUSC Health have expanded their longtime affiliation and collaboration to improve health and wellness in Georgetown and Horry counties. In a first-of-its-kind relationship for both organizations, Tidelands…
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Advanced Manufacturing and Engineering event at the Drive goes virtual – September 27
September 11, 2020
The Greenville Drive, BMW, Hubbell Lighting, and Greenville Technical College will host the annual Advanced Manufacturing & Engineering event on Sunday, September 27 at 2 p.m. The goal of this…
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Southern First Bank announces new headquarters to be built in Greenville
September 11, 2020Southern First Bank (NASDAQ: SFST), the largest bank headquartered in South Carolina, has announced plans to build a new corporate headquarters in Greenville, SC. The new headquarters, situated at the…
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Charleston sues 24 fossil fuel companies for costs of surviving climate change
September 11, 2020
Lawsuit Details Decades of Industry Deception About Their Products’ Dangers As Charleston approaches Friday’s third anniversary of Hurricane Irma’s extreme surge and flooding that devastated the city, officials filed a…
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Millwood Avenue resurfacing project underway
September 11, 2020
In mid-2019, SCDOT approached the City of Columbia with a partnership opportunity to improve safety along Millwood Avenue for all users. Staff of both agencies worked together to develop an…
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Infinity Marketing welcomes Brandon Warner as Lead Full Stack Web Developer
September 11, 2020
Infinity Marketing, a fully integrated marketing agency in the Upstate, is pleased to have Brandon Warner join the team as Lead Full Stack Web Developer. The Web Team continues to…
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Gov. Henry McMaster Releases Proposal for Phase II of CARES Act Funds
September 10, 2020
Governor Henry McMaster today released recommendations to the General Assembly for how the Phase II expenditure of CARES Act funds should be invested. To view the governor’s letter to the…
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