UofSC’s new Professional MBA site will serve military community in Beaufort area
May 9, 2019
The Darla Moore School of Business is opening an eighth Professional MBA regional site at Parris Island Marine Corps Recruit Depot in Beaufort. The new site will provide quality distance…
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Colliers Report: Bricks-and-mortar retail is necessary
May 9, 2019
Research & Forecast Report Q1-2019 CHARLESTON | RETAIL Key Takeaways Bricks-and-mortar shops are necessary to enhance online sales and keep up with customers’ omni-channel shopping preferences. Rental rate…
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Alex Irwin joins Colliers International as office specialist
May 9, 2019
Colliers International | South Carolina is pleased to announce that Alex Irwin has joined the firm’s Charleston office as a Senior Brokerage Associate, specializing in office tenant and landlord representation.…
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Housing For All-Mount Pleasant Raises $20,000 with Donate2it
May 8, 2019
Crowdfunding Platform Accelerated Fundraising Goal With $5,000 Match Housing For All- Mount Pleasant (HFA) teamed with local crowdfunding platform Donate2it to achieve a major fundraising milestone of $20,000. All told,…
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Henry Frederick “Fritz” Butehorn, III, M.D. named to MUSC board of trustees
May 8, 2019
Newest board member assumes medical seat representing 4th Congressional District The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) and Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA) Board of Trustees announced their newest member is Henry…
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South Carolina’s veteran unemployment rate dropped significantly in 2018
May 8, 2019South Carolina’s annual unemployment rate for veterans declines to 3.3 percent in 2018, down from 3.9 percent in 2017. This is a 15.4 percent drop in the rate year-over-year, and…
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Flurry of initiatives announced as Palmetto Goodwill celebrates Goodwill Industries Week
May 8, 2019
Palmetto Goodwill is celebrating Goodwill Industries Week with a number of announcements that highlight its mission impact throughout the eighteen counties it serves. First, Palmetto Goodwill officially announced the opening…
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American Heart Association celebrates Charleston Go Red For Women Luncheon
May 8, 2019
The American Heart Association will welcome more than 200 women at the 7th Annual Charleston Go Red for Women Luncheon on Thursday, May 23rd at Hotel Bennett in downtown Charleston.…
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South Carolina’s veteran unemployment rate drops significantly in 2018
May 8, 2019
Announcement Comes as S.C. Department of Employment and Workforce Welcomes New Executive Director The state’s annual unemployment rate for veterans declines to 3.3 percent in 2018, down from 3.9 percent in…
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The Charleston Forum welcomes four new faces to Board of Directors
May 8, 2019
The Charleston Forum warmly welcomes four new members to its Board of Directors. The new board members are local powerhouses; all engaged Lowcountry residents with the leadership skills to facilitate…
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South Carolina Aquarium recognized as a 2019 recipient of nation’s highest museum and library honor
May 7, 2019
National Medal for Museum and Library Service Recognizes South Carolina Aquarium’s Community Contributions The Institute of Museum and Library Services today announced the South Carolina Aquarium located in Charleston, South…
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Registration now open for Summer Reading Program
May 7, 2019
Charleston County Public Library (CCPL) and Charleston County School District (CCSD) are working together to help students and children read more than ever this summer. This joint initiative is part of the…
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State Comptroller General’s Office receives top award for financial reporting for 31st consecutive year
May 7, 2019
The Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA) has awarded South Carolina top honors for its 2018 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report, marking the 31st consecutive year the…
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Food Lion, the Lowcountry Food Bank and the National Association of Letter Carriers kick off the “Stamp Out Hunger” Food Drive
May 7, 2019
All households encouraged to leave shelf-stable food in mailboxes on Saturday, May 11, for distribution to those who struggle with hunger The 27th annual National Association of Letter Carriers Stamp Out…
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Charleston office advisors represented the landlord in the lease of 3,552 SF of medical office space in Charleston, SC
May 7, 2019Lee & Associates Charleston and the owners of the West Ashley Medical Center want to congratulate Dr. Kinney on the lease of 3,552 SF in Suite 165 at the…
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Coal Ash Milestone: Last truckload of stored Pond Ash hauled from Grainger
May 7, 2019
At approximately 10:30 a.m. today, Santee Cooper hauled the last load of coal ash that was stored in ash ponds at the former Grainger Generating Station. Santee Cooper will continue…
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Food Lion, the Lowcountry Food Bank and the National Association of Letter Carriers kick off the “Stamp Out Hunger” Food Drive
May 7, 2019
Food Lion, the Lowcountry Food Bank and the National Association of Letter Carriers Kick Off the “Stamp Out Hunger” Food Drive All households encouraged to leave shelf-stable food in mailboxes…
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14 Womble Bond Dickinson (US) LLP lawyers in South Carolina recognized by Chambers in 2019 reports
May 7, 2019
Fourteen Womble Bond Dickinson (US) LLP attorneys in the firm’s Charleston, Columbia and Greenville offices have been recognized in the Chambers USA 2019 guide. Womble Bond Dickinson South Carolina attorneys…
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Charleston Symphony hires Ryan Silvestri as Charleston Symphony Youth Orchestra conductor
May 7, 2019
The Charleston Symphony announced Ryan Silvestri as the conductor for its new education program, Charleston Symphony Youth Strings (CSYS). The program will launch in September of 2019. CSYS will serve…
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LS3P’S Charleston office recognizes outstanding team members
May 6, 2019
LS3P congratulates thirteen Charleston team members who were recently recognized for exemplary efforts. Marketing & Communications Officer Katie Robinson, CKM and Senior Project Manager Roy Selvidge, AIA, LEED AP were…
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Top Grossing Movies – May 6, 2019
May 6, 2019
Week of 05/03/2019 to 05/09/2019 Rank Title Weeks Weekend Gross Cumulative 1 Avengers: Endgame 2 $147,383,211 $621,277,849 2 The Intruder 1 $10,855,054 $10,855,054 3 Long Shot 1 $9,740,064 $9,740,064 4…
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Turner Padget law firm celebrates 90th anniversary
May 6, 2019
Turner Padget celebrates 90 years of practice and client service this year, marking a new era for the firm and its continued growth. Founded in 1929, Turner Padget has grown…
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Gov. Henry McMaster announces South Carolina’s first State Child Advocate
May 6, 2019Amanda F. Whittle to Lead the New S.C. Department of Children’s Advocacy Governor Henry McMaster today announced that Amanda F. Whittle will be the first person to fill the position…
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Four South Carolina SBDC clients win State SBA Awards
May 6, 2019
Karen Jenkins, Boyd & Nicole Johnson, Srikanth Kodeboyina and Hemalata Patel recognized for excellence in advancing the needs of the small business community The South Carolina Small Business Development Centers…
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CSU celebrates largest graduating class
May 6, 2019
Charleston Southern University graduated its largest class in university history with more than 770 graduates May 4 at North Charleston Coliseum. Princeton McBride, a double major in Christian studies and…
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The Citadel’s first class of nurses graduates
May 6, 2019The Citadel’s first class of nursing students accept their Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degrees during commencement ceremonies on May 4, 2019. The group of 20 evening undergraduates, and…
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Nightly SummerFest! Entertainment series returns at Barefoot Landing starting June 1
May 6, 2019
Free, Family-Style Entertainment Includes Live Music In Dockside Village Throughout The Summer Season Barefoot Landing, North Myrtle Beach’s only waterway shopping, dining and entertainment complex, presents SummerFest! June 1 through…
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Record number of College of Charleston students receive Fulbright awards
May 6, 2019Five College of Charleston seniors and graduates – a record for the institution – will spend the next year of their lives studying and working abroad as prestigious Fulbright award…
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Experienced Corporate Lawyers Join Nelson Mullins in Charleston
May 3, 2019
Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP announced today that corporate/mergers and acquisitions attorney Michael D. Bryan and commercial real estate and business law attorney Ashley Dantzler Wright have joined the firm as partner and…
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SENTIO receives SC Launch, Inc. investment
May 3, 2019
Today, SCRA announces a $125,000 SC Launch, Inc. investment in SENTIO. The Charleston-based company was accepted into SCRA’s entrepreneurial program, SC Launch, in January 2017. . SENTIO’s assessment tool is used…
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CEO/President of the International African American Museum to be honored at 3rd Annual Celebrating Change Gala in November
May 2, 2019
Save the Date! Father to Father, Inc. and the South Carolina Center for Fathers and Families will honor CEO/President of the International African Museum Michael B. Moore at the nonprofit’s…
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Frampton Construction brings on assistant superintendent
May 2, 2019
Frampton Construction Company, LLC, a regional full-service construction firm providing planning and design support, preconstruction, and construction services, has named Scott Killen as assistant superintendent. Killen, who will be based…
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Colliers International | South Carolina and LCK’s Charleston office moves to new location to accommodate growing team
May 2, 2019
Colliers International and LCK’s Charleston office is moving to 40 Calhoun Street to allow for more space for the expanding group of commercial real estate professionals. The Colliers International and…
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North Charleston Police Department sets goal to send all officers through Racial Equity Institute
May 1, 2019
Today, with help from community partners, the North Charleston Police Department is announcing a bold goal to send all of its officers to a two-day racial equity training hosted by…
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GADC celebrates 2018 economic development success, presents Chairman’s Award to John Moore and NEXT
May 1, 2019
Lt. Governor Pamela Evette Delivers Keynote The Greenville Area Development Corporation (GADC), charged with promoting and enhancing quality of life in Greenville County by facilitating job growth and investment, today…
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LS3P announces strategic leadership changes
May 1, 2019
Charleston, Columbia, Greenville, and Myrtle Beach, SC; Charlotte, Raleigh, and Wilmington, NC; Savannah, GA Architecture, interiors, and planning firm LS3P is announcing key leadership transitions effective May 1, 2019. Photo:…
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Dr. Gloria Bromell Tinubu announces candidacy for US Senate
May 1, 2019
Economist, CEO, former college professor and public servant Dr. Gloria Bromell Tinubu is excited to formally announce her candidacy for the United States Senate for the State of South Carolina.…
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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis recognizes Janet Price of Summit Parkway Middle as Educator of the Year
May 1, 2019
South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis recognized Janet Price of Summit Parkway Middle School in Northeast Columbia as the 2019 Future Scholar Financial Literacy Program Educator of the Year. Loftis visited…
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Garvin Design Group’s Interiors at Hammond School Science & Innovation Center win Honorable Mention at IIDA DesignWorks
May 1, 2019
Garvin Design Group’s interior design at Hammond School’s Science & Innovation Center in Columbia earned Honorable Mention in the Education category at IIDA Carolinas’ DesignWorks 2019. Per the International Interior…
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Academic Magnet High School named best in the country
May 1, 2019
Academic Magnet High School has been named the Best High School in the country by U.S. News & World Report. The U.S. News Best High Schools rankings include data on more…
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Exeter purchases 77 acres at Camp Hall Commerce Park
May 1, 2019The sale marks a milestone at Camp Hall and plans for 945,000+ square feet in speculative buildings is underway Santee Cooper closed on a sale with Exeter Property Group…
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Business-led initiative, Reboot the Commute, encourages area employers to help reduce region’s traffic congestion
April 30, 2019
Created online guide for organizations to implement flexible policies Eighteen local businesses with a total workforce of more than 39,000 announced their commitment to reducing the three-county region’s traffic congestion…
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Anonymous gift transforms College of Charleston’s Race and Social Justice Initiative
April 30, 2019The College of Charleston’s Race and Social Justice Initiative (RSJI) announced the receipt of a major gift that will fundamentally transform the initiative’s impact in Charleston and beyond. The generous donor…
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LS3P WINS BIG! Four LS3P projects win IIDA Carolinas DesignWorks awards
April 30, 2019
LS3P earned four awards at the Carolinas Chapter of the International Interior Design Association’s (IIDA) annual meeting and DesignWorks Awards event in Columbia, SC on April 26. Bitty & Beau’s,…
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Southern Current launching new solar project in Hampton County
April 30, 2019
Company investing $14 million in solar farm development . Southern Current, is expanding its solar farm portfolio with a new, 10-megawatt facility in Hampton County. The company is investing $14…
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Hyatt Place and Hyatt House Charleston Historic District appoint Albert Kunco as Executive Chef
April 30, 2019
Will lead new full-service culinary program expanding the properties’ catering and restaurant offerings Hyatt Place and Hyatt House Charleston Historic District announced the appointment of Executive Chef Albert Kunco. Kunco…
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Chambers USA 2019 recognizes Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd as a leading firm
April 30, 2019
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd is pleased to announce that the firm has been recognized in the 2019 edition of Chambers USA: America’s Leading Lawyers for Business. Chambers USA has ranked the…
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Top Grossing Movies -April 29, 2019
April 29, 2019
Theatrical grosses from comScore Week of 04/26/2019 to 05/02/2019 Rank Title Weeks Weekend Gross Cumulative 1 Avengers: Endgame 1 $357,115,007 $357,115,007 2 Captain Marvel 8 $8,312,751 $413,841,798 3 The…
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2019 Charleston Jazz Series at Piccolo Spoleto has been announced
April 29, 2019
Sponsored by Dockery’s MAY 27-28, 2019 | 7:30PM + 9:00PM | DOCKERY’S CHARLESTON, SC – Charleston Jazz will present four diverse jazz ensembles as part of Piccolo Spoleto Festival on…
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NAI Charleston facilitates sale of the S.H. Kress & Co. building for $19.5 million
April 29, 2019
NAI Charleston announced that Brokers/Partners David Ingle, Dexter Rumsey and Thomas Boulware, CCIM brokered the sale of the former S.H. Kress & Co. building at 281 King Street. The 45,000-square-foot…
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