Home Works announces new Program Officer
September 6, 2019
Home Works of America announced the addition of Dr. Sam Marcengill to serve as Program Officer. He will be responsible for helping guide and build the Home Works model in…
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A needed step toward improving S.C.’s beleaguered prisons
September 6, 2019
By Richard Eckstrom, S.C. Comptroller First, let’s acknowledge the obvious: All is not well in South Carolina’s prison system. Its troubles have been pretty well-documented over the past few…
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Evacuation orders lifted for all South Carolina counties
September 6, 2019In coordination with local law enforcement and county emergency management officials, Governor Henry McMaster has lifted evacuation orders for residents in all evacuated counties, effective immediately. Those counties include: Charleston, Berkeley,…
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Charleston County School District schools will be closed on Friday, September 6, 2019
September 5, 2019CCSD Board of Trustees, Superintendent Gerrita Postlewait, and the District’s Leadership team’s thoughts are with all who have been, and are being impacted by Hurricane Dorian. Based on the uncertain…
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Evacuation orders lifted for Beaufort, Jasper, and Colleton counties at 3:00 PM today
September 5, 2019Evacuation Orders Remain in Effect for all Zones in Charleston, Dorchester, Berkeley, Georgetown, and Horry Counties In coordination with local officials, Governor Henry McMaster has lifted the evacuation orders for…
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LS3P welcomes William Schlein, AIA, Healthcare Practice Leader
September 5, 2019
LS3P welcomed William “Willy” Schlein, AIA, who joins the firm as Healthcare Practice Leader. Schlein brings over 25 years of healthcare experience in programming, planning, design, project management, and construction.…
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Grand Bahama Disaster Relief Fund established at Coastal Community Foundation to support hurricane recovery efforts
September 4, 2019Coastal Community Foundation is now accepting donations to The Grand Bahama Disaster Relief Fund, established with the Grand Bahama Port Authority, to support recovery efforts after Hurricane Dorian devastated the…
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Select Health makes it easier for members to get medical help during hurricane Dorian
September 4, 2019
Policies Temporarily Lifted to Help Members in Affected Areas Access Needed Care and Services North Charleston, S.C. — Select Health of South Carolina, the state’s oldest and largest Medicaid managed care…
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City of Charleston Hurricane Dorian Update
September 4, 2019
September 4 @ 12 PM The city of Charleston continues to operate at OPCON 1, and the Municipal Emergency Operations Center remains fully activated with city officials working in 12-hour…
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City of Charleston Hurricane Dorian update
September 4, 2019
As of 4 p.m. yesterday, area landfills have closed and garbage and trash collection has been suspended in all areas of the city until further notice. Citizens are urged to…
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Top Grossing Movies – September 3, 2019
September 3, 2019
Theatrical grosses from comScore Week of 08/30/2019 to 09/05/2019 Rank Title Weeks Weekend Gross Cumulative 1 Angel Has Fallen 2 $11,799,409 $44,489,260 2 Good Boys 3 $9,505,900 $59,199,085 3…
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City of Charleston September 3 Hurricane Dorian update
September 3, 2019
The city of Charleston continues to operate at OPCON 1, indicating the highest state of emergency operations, and the Municipal Emergency Operations Center remains fully activated as officials prepare for…
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City of Charleston moves to OPCON 2
September 3, 2019
The City of Charleston shifted to OPCON 2, in coordination with Charleston County, as city officials continue to monitor and prepare for Hurricane Dorian. Charleston City Council held a telephonic…
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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis Names Brad Livingston as New Director of Administration
September 3, 2019
South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis has hired Brad Livingston as the agency’s new Director of Administration. Livingston is an experienced accountant and financial officer with 26 years of service in…
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City of Charleston September 2 Hurricane Dorian Update
September 3, 2019Sep 2, 2019, 12:51 PM The city of Charleston continues to operate at OPCON 1 with the Municipal Emergency Operations Center fully activated as officials prepare for potential impacts from…
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MUSC Health clinics closed on Wednesday
September 3, 2019
All MUSC Health and after hours clinics and retail pharmacies (Rutledge Tower, University Hospital and Ashley River Tower) are open today, Tuesday, Sept. 3 with normal hours. MUSC Health clinics…
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CARTA free student fare program extended through December
September 2, 2019
The Charleston Area Transportation Authority (CARTA) Board of Directors this month voted to extend the system’s pilot Free Student Fares program through December 2019. “We have seen great use and…
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South Carolina Federal Credit Union hours of operation for Hurricane Dorian
September 2, 2019
Release date: 09/02/19 In the interest of member safety, as well as the safety of the employees serving our members, our Charleston area and Georgetown financial centers will be closed…
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Gov. Henry McMaster requests federal disaster declaration in advance of Hurricane Dorian’s potential impact to the state
September 2, 2019COLUMBIA, S.C. – Governor Henry McMaster has submitted to President Donald Trump a request for a federal emergency declaration in anticipation of the possible impact from Hurricane Dorian. A copy of…
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Hurricane Dorian Update 1
September 2, 2019
NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. (Sept. 2, 2019, Noon) – CARTA will suspend regular operations at 8 p.m. on Monday, Sept. 2 until further notice. The system will operate on a Sunday…
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Gov. Henry McMaster orders mandatory evacuations for Coastal Counties effective September 2 at noon
September 2, 2019Governor Also Ordered School and State Government Office Closures in Coastal Counties Governor Henry McMaster, in coordination with local officials, has ordered the evacuation of coastal South Carolina residents for their…
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Last Mile Industrial – Stark Industrial Park
September 2, 2019
■ Building: 157,698 SF ■ Office: 4,500 SF ■ Site Size: 6.42 Acres ■ TMS #: 412-01-00-004 ■ Zoning: Heavy Industrial ■ Docks: 7 – with 6 levelers (expandable by…
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Help the Lowcountry Food Bank fight hunger during Hunger Action Month in September
September 2, 2019
In the 10 counties of coastal South Carolina, more than 200,000 of our neighbors struggle with hunger every day and may not know where they’ll find their next meal. Hunger…
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Lowcountry Food Bank welcomes new employees
September 1, 2019
The Lowcountry Food Bank, whose mission is to lead the fight against hunger throughout the 10 coastal counties of South Carolina, is pleased to announce the hiring of Cecelia Jenkins…
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SafeShowings App selected to participate in The Harbor Entrepreneur Center Program
August 30, 2019
SafeShowings, a mobile app created to deter crimes committed against real estate professionals and homeowners, is one of seven area businesses selected to participate in The Harbor Entrepreneur Center’s Accelerator…
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First NCAA-sanctioned game to be played on the The Citadel’s parade field since 2015
August 30, 2019
The Citadel women’s soccer team will host the Navy Midshipmen on Sunday, Sept. 1 at 12 p.m. The game will be played on Summerall Field, in the middle of The Citadel’s campus. This…
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Amanda Wuenscher Mitchell launches new SC based lobbying firm
August 30, 2019
Amanda Wuenscher Mitchell announced today the launch of AWM Consulting Group, a boutique governmental affairs firm focused on lobbying and offering a full range of services that can be customized…
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Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island hosting the 6th Annual “Bob Masteller’s Jazz For All Ages” Jazz Festival on October 30th and 31st
August 30, 2019
Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island is hosting the 6th Annual “Bob Masteller’s Jazz For All Ages” jazz festival on Wednesday, October 30th, and Thursday, October 31st, 2019. Sponsored by The…
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Caldwell Commercial represents landlord in lease at Harrell Square
August 30, 2019
Bob Caldwell, SIOR and Bob Evans of Caldwell Commercial represented the landlord in the lease of 1,100 SF of space at Harrell Square, in West Ashley. Loren Ziff of Eastrock…
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Caldwell Commercial represented the landlord in the lease renewal of 1,100 SF at Harrell Square
August 30, 2019
Bob Caldwell, SIOR and Bob Evans of Caldwell Commercial represented the landlord in the lease renewal of 1,100 SF of space at Harrell Square. Harrell Square is located at the…
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United Community Bank named one of the Best Banks to Work For in United States
August 30, 2019
United Community Bank is proud to have been named one of the Best Banks to Work For in 2019 by American Banker and Best Companies Group. This recognition is based…
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Growth Hack speakers needed
August 28, 2019
Fourth Annual Growth Summit hosted by ERG Payroll & HR ERG Payroll & HR has announced the Fourth Annual Growth Summit, which is taking place on October 4th. The Growth…
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Southern Environmental Solutions of the Carolinas launching operations in Chesterfield County
August 28, 2019
Investment Creating 45 New Jobs Southern Environmental Solutions of the Carolinas, an electronic waste recycling company, today announced plans to establish operations in Chesterfield County. The $1.5 million investment will…
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The Robert and Janice McNair Foundation pledges $1 million for Emanuel Nine Memorial
August 28, 2019First Major Gift is Earmarked for Memorial Construction Today, the Mother Emanuel Memorial Foundation Board announced The Robert and Janice McNair Foundation’s pledge of $1 million, the first major gift for the permanent memorial honoring…
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Big Gun Robotics LLC expanding operations in Newberry County
August 28, 2019
Investment creating 16 jobs Big Gun Robotics LLC, a robotic welding company that supplies heavy equipment manufacturers, is expanding its operations in Newberry County. The more than $3.6 million investment…
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GaffneyLewis LLC partner named to The Best Lawyers in America® 2020
August 28, 2019
GaffneyLewis LLC announced that partner Amy Gaffney has been selected for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America® 2020. Recognition by practice areas include: Amy Gaffney Employment Law –…
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Clawson and Staubes names four new members
August 28, 2019
Clawson and Staubes, LLC, a full-service law firm based in Charleston with offices in Columbia, Greenville and Charlotte, announced three new members to the firm ─ Trey Nicolette, Jessica…
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Salt Marsh Brewing expanding operations in Beaufort County
August 27, 2019
Investment Creating 43 New Jobs Salt Marsh Brewing, a local, craft brewery, is expanding operations in Beaufort County. The $4.5 million investment is projected to create approximately 43 new jobs.…
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Charleston RiverDogs game to benefit Alzheimer’s research
August 27, 2019
Sign Up with Code to Support Local Non Profit Celebrate Labor Day Weekend while giving back at the ballpark. The RiverDogs Alzheimer’s Awareness Night will take place on Sunday, September…
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Seven K&L Gates partners in Charleston recognized in 2020 Best Lawyers in America
August 27, 2019
Seven partners from the Charleston, South Carolina office of global law firm K&L Gates LLP have been recognized in the 2020 edition of Best Lawyers in America, with one of…
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K&L Gates advises Kaman Corporation on $700 million sale of distribution segment
August 27, 2019
Global law firm K&L Gates LLP served as the lead legal advisor to Kaman Corporation (NYSE: KAMN) on the sale of the company’s distribution segment to affiliates of private equity…
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Poverty: More than meets the eye
August 27, 2019Area nonprofit explores the difference between generational and situational poverty Poverty is most likely not the first thought that comes to mind when one hears Mount Pleasant. However, East Cooper…
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GrandSouth Bank full-service branch in Charleston now open
August 27, 2019
GrandSouth Bank opened the doors of their new full-service branch at 291 East Bay Street in Charleston in July 2019, but the Greenville-based bank has been serving Charlestonians since May of 2017. Rob…
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SC Chamber announces officers and Board Members
August 26, 2019
The South Carolina Chamber of Commerce announced its newly elected Officers and Board of Directors for 2019-20. Leadership terms for the Chamber’s officers and board of directors will begin on…
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South Carolina Business Hall of Fame announce 2020 inductees
August 26, 2019
Junior Achievement of Greater South Carolina announced the names of three outstanding business leaders who will be inducted into the South Carolina Business Hall of Fame in 2020: Mr. Frank…
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S.C. must act wisely with $350 million surplus
August 26, 2019
By Richard Eckstrom, S.C. Comptroller I’ll start with the good news: I recently closed the books for the fiscal year that ended June 30, and even after some additional “contingent” spending…
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SPINX celebrates new store opening in Summerville
August 26, 2019
The Spinx Company, the Greenville S.C.-based fuel and convenience retail company with more than 80 locations and 50 car washes statewide, officially celebrated the opening of its newest store in…
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South Carolina’s first comprehensive housing needs assessment in two decades
August 26, 2019
In 1971, then US Senator Fritz Hollings said, “Poverty is a wheel with several spokes. On this wheel you’ve got the spoke of health, the spoke of housing, job training,…
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BBB announces appointment of Edgar Alewine to its Board of Directors
August 26, 2019
BBB Serving Central SC and Charleston announced that Mr. Edgar Alewine, Director of Fixed Operations with Jim Hudson Automotive Group will be appointed to its Board of Directors. The appointment…
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Top Grossing Movies – August 25, 2019
August 26, 2019
Week of 08/23/2019 to 08/29/2019 Rank Title Weeks Weekend Gross Cumulative 1 Angel Has Fallen 1 $21,380,987 $21,380,987 2 Good Boys 2 $11,635,655 $41,943,160 3 Overcomer 1 $8,146,533 $8,146,533 4…
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