Madeline Woolford joins IntelliSystems
August 19, 2021
IntelliSystems President & CEO Kevin Wade recently announced that Ohio native Madeline Woolford has been named the firm’s Marketing Manager. Madeline moved to the CSRA in January of 2020, where…
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PPP Direct Borrower Forgiveness Portal surpasses expectations, accepts more than 340K submissions
August 19, 2021
SBA portal significantly outpacing top PPP lenders not utilizing the Agency’s direct forgiveness tool in forgiveness submissions COLUMBIA, S.C.– Since the opening of the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) Direct Borrower Forgiveness Portal on August 4, the U.S. Small Business Administration has received more than 340,000 submissions from…
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30 Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd Columbia attorneys recognized by Best Lawyers
August 19, 2021
Statewide, 82 Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd attorneys were recognized by Best Lawyers® in their respective practice areas. COLUMBIA, SC – Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd announced that Best Lawyers®, a legal peer-review guide,…
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Greater CWC Chamber & Visitors Program has impressive lineup for monthly breakfast
August 18, 2021
The Greater CWC Chamber & Visitors Program continues to love local with its August partners breakfast by showcasing a talented group of dynamic community-focused individuals, businesses and programs. The breakfast…
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Richland Library initiates Let’s Talk Race Family Book Festival
August 18, 2021
Richland Library is kicking off our first-ever Let’s Talk Race Family Book Festival. Join us for a virtual conversation with New York Times bestselling author and educator Tiffany Jewell from…
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Colliers Dealmakers: Recent purchases, sales, leases and investments in South Carolina
August 18, 2021
Colliers | South Carolina announced the following recently completed commercial real estate transactions from our offices across the state: Charleston, SC Mark Erickson, SIOR, Matt Pickard and Chloe Heiligenstein represented…
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Join Central Carolina Community Foundation in celebrating Black Philanthropy Month
August 18, 2021
August is Black Philanthropy Month and Central Carolina Community Foundation, the Midlands’ local center for philanthropy, invites the community to join them in celebrating Black philanthropy and supporting Black-led and…
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Federation of Families of SC to host 2nd Annual Columbia Wave Fest
August 18, 2021
Did you know there is an 80% success rate for treatment of mental health challenges in children and youth. Catch the Wave on Saturday, September 18, 2021, at the SC…
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Fishing Experience of a Lifetime raffle
August 18, 2021Only 250 Raffle Tickets Will Be Sold for This Unique Fishing Experience. Fantasy football, step aside. This fantasy is for any father who might enjoy spending casting a line with…
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Richland County announces conservation initiatives for local schools
August 18, 2021
As a new school year kicks off, the Richland Soil and Water Conservation District (RSWCD) is again offering opportunities for conservation engagement by K-12 students, teachers and staff, through Conservation…
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Councilwoman McBride appointed to national committees
August 18, 2021
County Council Vice Chair Yvonne McBride, District 3, has been appointed to serve on several committees for the National Association of Counties (NACo), an organization that advocates for more than…
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Moore Bradley Myers Lawyer named first African-American Military Judge in South Carolina History
August 18, 2021
Stanley L. Myers, Sr., managing partner and attorney at Moore Bradley Myers (MBM), completed the 64th Military Judge Course. He is the third Military Judge for the South Carolina Army…
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Colliers Report: South Carolina hotels prove stability
August 18, 2021
Commercial Real Estate Research & Forecast Report Market Highlights Leisure and transient travelers helped boost South Carolina hotel activity and bolster the hotel market beyond expected recovery numbers. High-volume activity…
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The ART of Real Estate now serves Western Upstate market
August 17, 2021The ART of Real Estate announces their expansion to Western Upstate, South Carolina. Through the establishment of their Greenville Studio, they have been serving parts of the region for several…
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The ART of Real Estate welcomes Skylar Smith to Marketing Division
August 17, 2021
The ART of Real Estate announced Skylar Smith has joined the company’s Marketing Division as a Marketing Coordinator. As a Marketing Coordinator, Smith will be working with the company’s Marketing…
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The ART of Real Estate welcomes Associate Agent Meredith Honeycutt
August 17, 2021
The ART of Real Estate announced Meredith Honeycutt has joined their Columbia Studio as an Associate Agent. Prior to beginning her career in real estate, Honeycutt worked in the non…
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The ART of Real Estate welcomes Associate Agent Kyra Briones
August 17, 2021
The ART of Real Estate announced that Kyra Briones has joined their Greenville Studio as an Associate Agent. A local to Greenville, Kyra has watched the city continue to grow…
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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis celebrates ABLE to Save Month as state surpasses 2,300 accounts
August 17, 2021
State Treasurer Curtis Loftis celebrated national ABLE to Save Month by announcing that South Carolina recently surpassed 2,300 account holders in its Palmetto ABLE Savings Program. The program enables South…
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Capital City/Lake Murray Country celebrates 40 years and many accomplishments
August 17, 2021The Capital City/Lake Murray Country (CCLMC) Regional Tourism Board’s Annual Meeting and 40th Year Celebration was held Thursday, August 12th. The meeting provided an opportunity for the tourism community and…
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AllSouth Federal Credit Union to open new branch in Orangeburg County in fall 2021
August 17, 2021
AllSouth Federal Credit Union will open a new full-service branch located at 1588 St. Matthews Road in Orangeburg County in fall 2021. The new location was designed by Design Initiative…
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SC Secretary of State Mark Hammond invites nominations for 2021 Angels
August 17, 2021
South Carolina Secretary of State Mark Hammond announced today that his office will accept nominations of charitable organizations for this year’s Angel awards. Every year, the Secretary of State honors…
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DHEC Analysis: Majority of COVID-19 cases in July among those who are not fully vaccinated
August 17, 2021
Following an analysis that revealed more than 90 percent of COVID-19 cases and deaths in June and 86 percent of hospitalizations were among individuals who were not fully vaccinated, the South…
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The South Carolina State Fair returns stronger and safer than ever
August 17, 2021S.C. State Fair will resume Oct. 13-24, bringing back popular family traditions, food, entertainment and more The South Carolina State Fair returns stronger and safer this fall in Columbia, S.C.,…
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County Council issues emergency mask ordinance for schools, day cares
August 16, 2021
In response to rising cases of the coronavirus delta variant in the community, Richland County Council has adopted an emergency ordinance requiring face coverings to be worn in school buildings…
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Palmetto GBA retains Third Party Administrator (TPA) contract for additional 5 years
August 16, 2021
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has awarded Palmetto GBA the Third Party Administrator (TPA) contract. The Affordable Care Act (ACA) of 2010 initiated the need for a Coverage Gap Discount…
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Colliers | South Carolina hires Shannon Lyon as a Property Manager in Columbia
August 16, 2021
Colliers | South Carolina announced that Shannon Lyon has joined the company as a Property Manager in the Columbia office. “Shannon is an excellent addition to our team,” said Kim…
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Midlands Technical College unveils mascot
August 16, 2021
A bull named “Mav” leads the MTC Mavericks into Fall semester Midlands Technical College debuted its new official mascot as part of the launch of its 2021 Fall semester. The…
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The Unumb Center for Neurodevelopment’s newest service, Job Training, kicks off on August 26th
August 16, 2021After a successful summer pilot, The Unumb Center for Neurodevelopment now offers Job Training, also known as Pre-Employment Transition Services, for South Carolina residents between 13-21 years of age that…
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Nephron implements a mandatory vaccination policy
August 16, 2021
By Alan Cooper Nephron Pharmaceuticals President Lou Kennedy announced today that the company will mandate COVID-19 vaccination as a condition of employment. The Nephron Mandatory Employee COVID-19 Vaccination Policy states…
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Learn More about the City of Columbia’s Mayoral Candidates during Virtual Forum
August 16, 2021
Learn more about the four candidates who are vying for the top elected position in the Capital City’s upcoming municipal election. Richland Library is hosting a City of Columbia Mayoral…
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Pandemic increases need for Pro Bono legal help
August 16, 2021
Nexsen Pruet lauds attorneys for serving health care communities. As the COVID-19 pandemic creates new pressures for front-line health care workers, Nexsen Pruet attorneys are working to provide relief through…
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Faith- & factor-based Fidelis’ 4-star Morningstar Rating continues
August 15, 2021
Wallick Investments, LLC’s faith- and factor-based separately managed account strategy, WI Fidelis, received a 4-star Morningstar RatingTM for 3-year, 5-year and Overall risk-adjusted performance among 139 Mid-Cap Blend products as…
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2021 “GroundBreakers” honored for positively impacting the Carolinas construction industry
August 13, 2021
GroundBreak Carolinas has announced the results of its 2021 GroundBreaker Awards, an annual awards program that recognizes individuals who have gone above and beyond to make a difference for the…
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S.C. ends fiscal year with unprecedented $1.024 billion surplus
August 13, 2021
Comptroller warns of ticking time bomb in state pension plans The S.C. Comptroller’s Office closed the books on state government’s fiscal year that ended June 30, 2021 (FY2021) with a…
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Dominion Energy South Carolina Celebrates milestone of recycling 20,000 customer-owned appliances
August 12, 2021More than 2.4 million pounds of metal, plastic and glass recycled This week, Dominion Energy South Carolina celebrated its 20,000th appliance recycling program pickup with the Timms family. The company…
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MIRCI awarded $15,000.00 grant from Janssen Pharmaceuticals
August 12, 2021
MIRCI – Mental Illness Recovery Center Inc. has been awarded $15,000.00 from Janssen Pharmaceutical Companies to support Housing and Behavioral Healthcare and Homeless Outreach programs in the Midlands. The grant…
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Weston, Inc. launches interactive Southeast Industrial Properties website
August 12, 2021
Colliers | South Carolina provided website development services to market industrial properties across South Carolina to users and site selectors Charleston/Columbia/Greenville/Spartanburg, SC – Weston, Inc., a Cleveland-based commercial real estate…
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Rhythmlink International, LLC honored as a Best Places to Work in South Carolina for tenth consecutive year
August 12, 2021
For the tenth consecutive year Rhythmlink has been awarded a spot on the “Best Places to Work in South Carolina” list in the Small Employer category, honored by the South…
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Five Points’ Annual Summer Sidewalk Sale is back
August 12, 2021
Five Points Association Shares Sales Specials in Anticipation of this Weekend’s Event! Five Points’ Annual Summer Sidewalk Sale is back this weekend starting Friday, August 13th through Monday, August 16th. Columbia’s largest…
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Communities In Schools of South Carolina – Power of One
August 12, 2021
Greenville, Columbia, Charleston – Communities In Schools joins forces across the state to serve more public school students with critical social and emotional support programs. Communities In Schools (CIS), a…
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South Carolina Wildlife Federation hires new Director of Education
August 12, 2021
The South Carolina Wildlife Federation (SCWF) has hired BeBe Dalton Harrison as the organization’s new Director of Education. Harrison brings a passion for teaching others about the outdoors and our…
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Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd welcomes new associate Alexander Mende
August 12, 2021
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd announced that Alexander “Alex” Mende has joined the firm’s Columbia office as an associate. Alex will work with our civil litigation team representing clients in insurance and…
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Riggs Partners expands account management team
August 12, 2021Riggs Partners, a creative marketing consultancy headquartered in Columbia, SC, announces the addition of two team members: Courtney Melendez and Parker Robinson. Courtney Melendez has re-joined the company as an…
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South Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association names new President and Chief Executive Officer
August 12, 2021
Susan Cohen has been appointed to succeed John Durst The South Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association (SCRLA) has appointed Susan Cohen to serve as its new President and Chief Executive…
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Dominion Energy South Carolina emphasizes safety on National 811 Day
August 11, 2021
If a project involves digging, then a call to 811 is required Aug. 11 is a day to remember the importance of calling 811 The 811 service is free, required…
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District names Harris RBHS assistant principal
August 11, 2021
On July 20, 2021, the Lexington County School District One Board of Trustees approved the hiring of Terrence L. Harris as assistant principal of River Bluff High School. Harris comes…
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Northwestern Mutual receives Top Workplaces award in South Carolina
August 11, 2021
Northwestern Mutual, a leading financial security company, recently received recognition as one of the Top Workplaces in South Carolina for the fourth consecutive year. Northwestern Mutual’s South Carolina offices were…
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GaffneyLewis founding partners named to “Legal Elite” 2021
August 11, 2021
Two attorneys from the law firm of GaffneyLewis, LLC have been included in the 2021 Legal Elite of the Midlands and Legal Elite of the Low Country. Attorneys recognized…
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IT-oLogy’s free Girls Who Code Club is back this fall
August 10, 2021
IT-oLogy’s Girls Who Code Club is back this fall to teach South Carolina girls in grades 6-12 how to code. The club is free to join, and participants will meet…
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Amy Coward launches new public relations firm
August 10, 2021
Amy Coward, APR, Fellow PRSA, has launched a new boutique public relations firm, AC Public Relations, LLC, to provide communications strategies and event planning for local businesses. “I’ve been in…
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