Industrial property sells in Beaufort, SC for glass recycling facility
August 12, 2019
Cushman & Wakefield | Thalhimer announced the sale of 302 Parker Drive in Beaufort, South Carolina. REA Investments purchased the 83,960 square foot industrial manufacturing facility situated on 35.7 acres…
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MUSC Shawn Jenkins Children’s Hospital and Pearl Tourville Women’s Pavilion dedicated ahead of October grand opening
August 12, 2019
Governor McMaster, elected officials, MUSC leaders, patients, families and donors celebrate innovation, teamwork and community support The MUSC Shawn Jenkins Children’s Hospital and Pearl Tourville Women’s Pavilion will open to…
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MUSC trustees hear fiscal year 2019 year-end reports plus recent highlights in fiscal year 2020
August 12, 2019
The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) and Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA) Board of Trustees held their regularly scheduled meeting to receive reports on academic programs, research and clinical…
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Lowcountry Food Bank’s Agency Conference offers best practices and industry resources for its Food Pantry partners
August 12, 2019Fifth annual conference held at Seacoast Church – Mt. Pleasant Campus The Lowcountry Food Bank (LCFB), which distributes food to nearly 300 partner agencies including soup kitchens, homeless shelters…
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Colliers Report: South Carolina absorption on track to double 2018 absorption total
August 12, 2019
Research & Forecast Report SOUTH CAROLINA | INDUSTRIAL Q2 2019 Key Takeaways South Carolina industrial markets have already surpassed the total absorption for last year – this quarter…
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Rogers Townsend launches new website
August 8, 2019
Rogers Townsend & Thomas, PC announced the launch of the Firm’s new website, www.rogerstownsend.com. Located in Columbia, Charleston, Greenville, and Charlotte, with services in the US Virgin Islands, Rogers Townsend…
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Free tuition offered for 70+ programs at Trident Tech this fall
August 8, 2019
Trident Technical College is offering students a chance to take classes for free this fall if they enroll in specific in-demand career training programs in manufacturing, information technology, culinary and…
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Non Profit Minute – Lana Kleiman, Charleston Legal Access
August 7, 2019
The Who’s on the Move, BizSC, Non Profit Minute is a quick, two-minute interview in support of the amazing impact that local non profits have on our communities. We…
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CCSD completes new state-of-the-art Matilda F. Dunston Elementary School
August 7, 2019Matilda F. Dunston Elementary School, in Charleston County School District’s (CCSD) District 4 will open its doors to students in grades K – 4 for the 2019–2020 academic school year.…
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Meeting Street @ Burns opens to students this school year
August 7, 2019Meeting Street @ Burns, a free Charleston County School District (CCSD) public school for families living in the Dorchester–Waylan communiuty, will open its doors to students for the 2019–2020 academic…
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“Clear Bag or No Bag” entry procedure going district-wide this school year
August 7, 2019In an effort to increase security and provide students, parents, staff, and community members with a safer experience at athletic events, Charleston County School District (CCSD) is instituting the “clear…
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District completes capital improvements
August 7, 2019Charleston County School District (CCSD) is committed to maintaining the public’s trust by being proactive in maintaining the educational facilities they own. “Repeated studies show that the indoor environment of…
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District’s random search team set for first full year of operation
August 7, 2019Charleston County School District’s (CCSD) Office of Security and Emergency Management is focused on creating and executing a comprehensive campus safety program. One measure to help in delivering on that…
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$4.4 million in new S.C. Arts Commission grants to provide citizens, visitors arts access across the state
August 7, 2019
Funding ‘vital’ for arts experiences, arts education programs South Carolina communities will benefit from $4.4 million in fiscal year 2020 grants to their artists, arts organizations, and schools announced today…
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AMA Charleston debuts new board
August 7, 2019American Marketing Association welcomes the newly installed 2019 – 2020 board of directors for the Charleston chapter of the American Marketing Association. This photo, taken at the chapter’s annual board…
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Fetter Health Care Network celebrates National Health Center Week
August 7, 2019
Fetter Health Care Network, a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) serving communities throughout the Lowcountry, will participate in National Health Center Week from Monday, August 5 to Friday, August 9.…
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Donate2it surpasses $100k in funds raised
August 7, 2019
Local fundraising platform delivered more than 3-to-1 ROI on donations via partnership with the matchingfund Donate2it, the Lowcountry’s local crowdfunding solution, has reached a significant milestone in its six-month history…
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Volvo Car Open champion Madison Keys returns to Charleston
August 7, 2019
Keys has reached the quarterfinals or better in five of the last eight Grand Slam tournaments After winning the 2019 Volvo Car Open in April, Madison Keys has committed to defending…
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Webster University’s South Carolina Counseling Program receives CACREP Accreditation
August 7, 2019
The Council for Accreditation of Counseling & Related Educational Programs (CACREP) – the primary organization in the United States that sets the standards for counseling education – accredited Webster University’s…
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U.S. News & World Report names East Cooper Medical Center a High Performing Hospital for Hip and Knee Replacement
August 7, 2019
East Cooper Medical Center is being recognized as a High Performing Hospital for 2019-20 by U.S. News & World Report. The annual U.S. News & World Report Procedures & Conditions ratings,…
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Charleston Metro Chamber now accepting applications for skills-based leadership program
August 7, 2019
The Charleston Metro Chamber is accepting applications for Leadership Discovery until August 30. The 3-month fall program begins in October and has seven sessions designed to enhance valuable leadership skills. Leadership Discovery is an…
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Pamela Benjamin joins Jarrard, Nowell & Russell as office administrator
August 7, 2019
Jarrard, Nowell & Russell, LLC, a Charleston-based accounting and business advisory firm, has added Pamela Benjamin as office administrator to its downtown Charleston location. In her role as office administrator,…
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South Carolina’s unique approach to battling disastrous flooding
August 7, 2019
By Tom Mullikin With hurricane season upon us, the entire east coast of the United States is again holding its breath, particularly southeastern states like those of us in S.C.,…
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Cycling team raises over $40,000 for the Alzheimer’s Association
August 6, 2019
Fifteen cyclists sponsored by Calder Brothers Corporation, manufacturer of Mauldin Paving Products, recently participated in “A Ride to Remember” cycling event raising $42,392 for the Alzheimer’s Association. The Calder Brothers…
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Citadel welcomes two newest members to the Board of Visitors
August 6, 2019Col F. G. “Greg” Delleney, Jr., and Col. Robert E. Lyon, Jr. The two newest members of The Citadel Board of Visitors, Col F. G. “Greg” Delleney, Jr.,…
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BCDCOG expands staff with several key hires
August 6, 2019
The Berkeley-Charleston-Dorchester Council of Governments expanded its team with the addition of several key recent hires. Mike Hemmer will serve as a Senior Planner, Jon Dodson as Planner II, Diane…
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Top Grossing Movies – August 5, 2019
August 5, 2019
Theatrical grosses from comScore Week of 08/02/2019 to 08/08/2019 Rank Title Weeks Weekend Gross Cumulative 1 Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shaw 1 $60,038,950 $60,038,950 2 The Lion…
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SC Chamber announces 2019 Business Week Scholarship Recipients
August 5, 2019
Four High School Students Recognized At SC Chamber’s Business Week The South Carolina Chamber of Commerce today announced the recipients of South Carolina Business Week’s scholarships following the 36th session…
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South Carolina Chamber honors Best Places to Work in South Carolina 2019 award winners
August 5, 2019
Award Winners Honored at Annual Banquet The South Carolina Chamber of Commerce honored the 2019 Best Places to Work in South Carolina award winners during the 14th annual awards banquet,…
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TEDxCharleston seeking idea makers for 2020 event
August 5, 2019CASCADES event theme calls for speaker and performer applications whose ideas are challenging expectations and enriching the Charleston community and beyond TEDxCharleston is seeking speakers, performers and idea makers to…
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Outparcel available for ground lease or build-to-suit
August 5, 2019
Highway 41 Land For Lease +/- 1.2 Acre outparcel available for ground lease or build-to-suit. Parcel is a portion of TMS# 594-05-00-228 Adjacent to The Market at Mill Creek shopping…
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13,575 SF free standing office building
August 5, 2019
FOR SALE OR FOR LEASE – 3900 Leeds Avenue, North Charleston, SC Approximately 13,575 SF building on 1.24 acres. Excellent exposure along Leeds Avenue. Perfect for office, medical, retail, professional…
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Free standing building for sale on King Street
August 5, 2019
123 King Street – Charleston, SC Located in high profile area across from Berlin’s on King Street. 1st floor is retail/commercial space and the 2nd floor consists of three apartments…
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Award-winning international writers head to Charleston this November
August 5, 2019
TICKETS ON SALE NOW FOR NOVEMBER EVENT Book lovers and intellectual adventurers will converge on Charleston, SC this November, when the third annual Charleston to Charleston (C2C 2019) Literary Festival…
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James R. “Jimmy” Fowler, Jr. awarded the 2019 IBSC Leadership Award
August 5, 2019
James R. “Jimmy” Fowler, Jr., Executive Vice President and Director of Commercial Banking and Strategic Initiatives, Countybank, Greenville SC, was granted the Leadership Award by the Independent Banks of South…
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MGC Real Estate opens office in Summerville Real Estate group expands to eighth location in South Carolina
August 2, 2019
McAngus Goudelock & Courie has opened an office as part of its real estate practice in Summerville, SC. This is the firm’s second location in Charleston and eighth location in…
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The Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired South Carolina awarded $5,000 grant from the Roper St. Francis Physicians’ Endowment
August 2, 2019The Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired South Carolina (ABVI) has been awarded a $5,000 grant from the Roper St. Francis Physicians’ Endowment. The grant will support the first…
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Divine Divas volunteer for Gay Bingo, support work of Palmetto Community Care
August 1, 2019
More than a dozen community members have stepped up to the stage, ready to dress in drag and perform a dance routine — all in support of Palmetto Community Care.…
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New Amenity Center at Nexton completed by Mashburn Construction
August 1, 2019
Mashburn Construction has completed the new Del Webb Amenity Center at Nexton. Located at 1260 Del Webb Drive in Summerville, the highly anticipated multi-use, multi-purpose center will serve residents at…
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Gov. Henry McMaster signs Executive Order establishing the South Carolina 2020 Complete Count Committee
August 1, 2019Lt. Gov. Pamela S. Evette to Serve as Chair of the Committee Governor Henry McMaster today issued Executive Order 2019-22, which establishes the South Carolina 2020 Complete Count Committee –…
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Metropolitan area employment and unemployment summary – June 2019
August 1, 2019
Unemployment rates were lower in June than a year earlier in 294 of the 389 metropolitan areas, higher in 67 areas, and unchanged in 28 areas, the U.S. Bureau of…
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Workshops to unite communities’ business, creative sectors
August 1, 2019
Business and creative sector representatives in two communities will have opportunities to explore potential collaborative efforts there because of a new South Carolina Arts Commission initiative. The workshop “Art Builds…
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BCDCOG receives $1.4 million in Volkswagen Settlement Fund
August 1, 2019
The Berkeley-Charleston-Dorchester Council of Governments (BCDCOG) today received nearly $1.4 million from South Carolina’s share of the Volkswagen Settlement Fund that will be used to purchase two all-electric buses and…
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VentureSouth recognized as a Top 10 Angel Group in North America
July 31, 2019
VentureSouth is delighted to announce that it has been recognized as one of the top 10 angel investment groups in North America. In the 2019 Angel Funders Report released this week by the…
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National Medal of Honor Museum coming to Charleston
July 31, 2019
In defining action that ensures the future of a widely-supported national museum honoring America’s Medal of Honor Recipients, the National Medal of Honor Heritage Foundation announced the museum will be…
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Colliers Report: Charleston retailers finding their niche
July 31, 2019
Key Takeaways New suburban retail construction is expected to deliver before the end of this year. A variety of retail trends are transpiring within the Charleston market as retailers attempt…
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Call Experts grows its Customer Experience Department
July 31, 2019
Call Experts (CE) is a leading provider in customer experience solutions and customer journey mapping. The company is streamlining its existing Sales and Customer Care departments into the Customer Experience…
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Henry and Sylvia Yaschik Foundation to sponsor new exhibit at The Children’s Museum of The Lowcountry
July 31, 2019
The Children’s Museum of the Lowcountry (CML) is pleased to announce it has received a $27,000 grant from the Henry and Sylvia Yaschik Foundation to provide funding for a puppet…
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Call for Entries – 2019 Palmetto Awards
July 31, 2019
The South Carolina chapter of the International Association of Business Communicators is ready to celebrate South Carolina’s best and brightest communicators! If you are a communicator who has created, directed…
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7315 Cross County Road sold in North Charleston
July 30, 2019
Shep Benjamin of NAI Charleston represented Southwind Land Company, LLC, the Buyer, in the sale of 7315 Cross County Road. Atlantic Electric, LLC, the Seller, was represented by Elliot Calhoun.…
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