Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island expands team with addition of Lindsay Wooten as Conference Services Manager
April 8, 2019
The AAA Four Diamond-rated Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island has expanded its sales and catering team with the addition of Lindsay Wooten as Conference Services Manager. Nestled along the coast of South Carolina’s scenic Hilton…
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Clyburn mourns the passing of Ernest “Fritz” Hollings
April 7, 2019
Today U.S. House Majority Whip James E. Clyburn issued the following statement on the passing of his friend and former colleague Ernest “Fritz” Hollings: “America has lost a one of…
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Taylor Named a #WhatWomenBring Nominee
April 7, 2019
Erica Taylor, Charleston County School District’s (CCSD) Chief of Staff, was named the 2019 Educator Nominee by the YWCA of Greater Charleston. Lavanda Brown Executive Director of the YWCA announced…
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New military history Master’s Degree taking applicants for fall
April 6, 2019Explore the greatest military achievements and the most excruciating defeats. Learn lessons from witnessing historic military acts of courage, skill and leadership genius, as well as epic mistakes leading to…
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42nd Annual Cooper River Bridge Run announces race results
April 6, 2019
The Cooper River Bridge Run (CRBR) announced that approximately 35,000 race participants successfully completed the 42nd Annual Cooper River Bridge Run that was held this morning on April 6, 2019. The…
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Nonprofit conservancy invites community to events during active April at The Ponds
April 6, 2019
A gigantic community yard sale, bird watching, two food truck events, and celebration of Earth Day are happening at The Ponds in April A number of events are scheduled for…
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Mayor John Tecklenburg on the passing of Fritz Hollings
April 6, 2019
Charleston Mayor John Tecklenburg released the following statement, on the passing of former SC governor and U.S. Senator Ernest F. “Fritz” Hollings: Fritz Hollings was truly a man in…
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Erica Taylor named a #WhatWomenBring nominee
April 5, 2019
Erica Taylor, Charleston County School District’s (CCSD) Chief of Staff, was named the 2019 Educator Nominee by the YWCA of Greater Charleston. Lavanda Brown Executive Director of the YWCA announced…
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Vets’ charities are a good way to say ‘thanks.’ But be cautious
April 5, 2019
By Richard Eckstrom, S.C. Comptroller At first glance, they appear to be the noblest of causes. Their brochures feature images that tug at the heartstrings – perhaps a uniformed man…
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A talk on Southern Politics and Barbecue – April 9
April 5, 2019
John Shelton Reed, an expert on the American South, will give a talk at The Citadel The leading authority on the American South will give a speech titled “Barbecue and…
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Assistant superintendents join Frampton Construction team
April 5, 2019Frampton Construction Company, LLC has added Adam Smith and Matt Small as the newest members of the firm’s Charleston office. Smith joins as assistant superintendent. With seven years of industry…
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TSP Delivery leases 40,000 square feet in Andrews
April 5, 2019TSP Delivery, a family-owned business operating out of a 93,000-square-foot warehouse in Newton, NC, recently leased 40,000 square feet at 55 Conifer Street in Andrews, S.C. in order to expand…
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British Airways begins non-stop flights between Charleston and London
April 5, 2019
“Welcome aboard British Airways Flight 221 with nonstop service to Charleston, South Carolina.” That announcement becomes a reality for passengers departing London’s Heathrow Airport on the inaugural nonstop flight between…
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SC Ports handles record March container volume
April 5, 2019
South Carolina Ports Authority (SCPA) announced the strongest March in its history and more than 11 percent fiscal year-over-year growth. SCPA moved 214,123 twenty-foot equivalent container units (TEUs) last month,…
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Colliers International awarded assignment for sublease of two floors at 201 Sigma Drive
April 5, 2019
Up to 35,000 square feet of Class A office space in the desirable Nexton mixed-use development now available for sublease, including 25,000 square feet with state-of-the-art, modern furniture. Colliers International’s…
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Ashley Twombley recognized again in 2019 by Super Lawyers
April 4, 2019
Once again in 2019, J. Ashley Twombley – a founding partner of Twenge + Twombley Law Firm – has been recognized as one of the South Carolina Super Lawyers® in…
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World Energy launching new Hampton County operations
April 4, 2019
Biodiesel supplier bringing $5.4 million investment World Energy, one of America’s largest suppliers of biodiesel, announced plans to locate its new production facility in Hampton County. The company’s $5.4 million…
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Caldwell commercial represents landlord in lease of 2457 Aviation Ave
April 4, 2019
Bob Caldwell, SIOR and Bob Evans of Caldwell Commercial represented the landlord, Greenville Corporate, LLC in the lease of 6,249 SF at 2457 Aviation Ave, suite 105, North Charleston, SC…
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Growth and new jobs in Berkeley County spur new apartments in Nexton
April 4, 2019
Since the 2018 opening of Nexton Parkway, Nexton has been at the forefront of business development in Berkeley County. Over the last three years, the area has become one the fastest growing counties in the state, touting a labor force that exceeds 110,000. These statistics – provided by the UnitedStates Census…
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Thirty-three Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd attorneys recognized in 2019 South Carolina Super Lawyers
April 4, 2019
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd announced that thirty-three attorneys have been listed in the 2019 edition of South Carolina Super Lawyers®, including eleven attorneys who were named as “Rising Stars.” Selection for Super…
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New office specialist William Ederle joins Colliers International in Charleston
April 3, 2019
Colliers International | South Carolina announced that William Ederle has become the latest brokerage professional to join the firm in Charleston. Ederle will specialize in office landlord and tenant representation,…
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Congressman Clyburn recognized as a National Park champion, receives 2019 National Park Heritage Award
April 3, 2019
U.S. House Majority Whip James E. Clyburn is the recipient of the 2019 National Park Heritage Award from the National Parks Conservation Association (NPCA). This award recognizes Congressman Clyburn’s leadership…
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The 60th Anniversary of Lakewood Camping Resort
April 3, 2019
Lakewood Camping Resort, Myrtle Beach’s iconic family vacation destination,celebrates its 60th Anniversary this year. Visionaries Carl and Mary Perry founded Lakewood Camping Resort in 1959. The first of its kind,…
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Hilton Head Island, South Carolina featured across North America in Business View Magazine
April 3, 2019The March/April 2019 issue of Business View Magazine is spotlighting Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, in an exclusive feature titled “A Pretty Special Place” – part of the magazine’s City View focus…
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YWCA Greater Charleston announces second annual What Women Bring event, honorees
April 3, 2019
Last May, YWCA Greater Charleston put on its inaugural What Women Bring event celebrating women leaders in business, community, and culture across South Carolina. The power lunch featured an Oprah-style…
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DHL Supply Chain constructing new $100 million distribution center in Dorchester County
April 3, 2019
Global Logistics Provider Expected to Create Approximately 450 New Jobs DHL Supply Chain announced plans to construct a new distribution and warehousing park in Dorchester County that will open in…
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New photography exhibit at The Charleston Museum
April 3, 2019
The Charleston Museum announced the opening of In the Company of Animals: Pets of Charleston, in the Lowcountry Image Gallery from April 8 through December 31, 2019. This exhibition, comprised…
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Spoleto Festival USA honors Sallie M. Duell, Susan W. Ravenel, and Kathleen Rivers
April 3, 2019
On April 5 at the Governor Thomas Bennett House, Spoleto Festival USA will present its 2019 Mary Ramsay Civic Award to three longtime champions of the Festival and Charleston: Sallie…
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City of Charleston, Mayors Tecklenburg and Riley file suit to recover loan funds totaling $22.8 million
April 3, 2019
SUMMARY The City of Charleston, joined by Mayor John J. Tecklenburg and former Mayor Joseph P. Riley, Jr. as co-plaintiffs, filed a lawsuit against the Charleston LDC and related defendants…
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MUSC Weight Management and WW conducting research study
April 3, 2019
The Medical University of South Carolina Weight Management Center and WW (formerly Weight Watchers) are conducting a clinical research study for men and women who are overweight or obese and…
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South Carolina Aquarium to visit The Children’s Museum of the Upstate
April 3, 2019
The Mary Black Foundation announced funding that has made a partnership possible between the South Carolina Aquarium and The Children’s Museum of the Upstate – Spartanburg. On April 10th and…
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East Cooper Medical Center appoints new Governing Board Chair
April 3, 2019
East Cooper Medical Center announced that John Dodds, III has accepted appointment as the hospital’s new Governing Board Chair. J Dodds“John has been an actively involved member of the East…
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Charleston Metro Chamber announces Thrive: A Professional Women’s Series
April 3, 2019
Charleston Metro Chamber has announced the transition from Executive Women’s Roundtable to Thrive: A Professional Women’s Series presented by Benefitfocus and Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. Thrive provides a platform for…
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Pursuing Excellence: When Did You Learn To Practice?
April 3, 2019
By Connie Cleveland My aunt came to visit me soon after I opened the Dog Trainers Workshop. She was trying to be supportive of her niece who had “gone…
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Erin Bua 2019 CCSD Teacher of the Year finalist
April 3, 2019
Boasting 27 years with Charleston County School District (CCSD), James B. Edwards Elementary School counselor Erin Bua was named a finalist for 2019 Teacher of the Year (TOY). For many…
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Charleston Metro Chamber announces Thrive: A Professional Women’s Series
April 3, 2019
Charleston Metro Chamber has announced the transition from Executive Women’s Roundtable to Thrive: A Professional Women’s Series presented by Benefitfocus and Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. Thrive provides a platform for connection, information…
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For second consecutive year, Ingevity sponsors full year of Lowcountry Food Bank Fresh for All events
April 2, 2019
Farmers’ market-style, mobile produce distribution provides each participating family with 40 pounds of fresh, healthy food The Lowcountry Food Bank (LCFB) announced that Ingevity will sponsor 12 monthly LCFB Fresh…
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Southern First hires Chief Banking Officer
April 2, 2019
Southern First Bancshares, Inc., holding company for Southern First Bank, announced the appointment of Cal Hurst as Executive Vice President, Chief Banking Officer. Hurst has worked in the banking industry…
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SIB Fixed Cost Reduction and CNSG partner to deliver cost reduction services
April 2, 2019
SIB Fixed Cost Reduction announced today that the company has become a Supplier for Converged Network Services Group (CNSG), the Premier Master Distributor for the design and delivery of complete…
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Join the Lowcountry Food Bank 2019 Giving Tree celebration – April 4
April 2, 2019Recognizing the food bank’s most generous donors What: Join the Lowcountry Food Bank 2019 Giving Tree Ceremony Where: The Lowcountry Food Bank (LCFB) 2864 Azalea Drive, Charleston, SC 29405 When:…
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Three international stars topping the World Golf Rankings commit to the 51st RBC Heritage
April 2, 2019
Francesco Molinari, Shane Lowry and past RBC Heritage champion Branden Grace have all committed to compete in the 51st RBC Heritage Presented by Boeing. South Carolina’s only PGA TOUR event…
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Colliers Report: Suburban offices draw new tenants
April 2, 2019
Research & Forecast Report Q1-2019 CHARLESTON | OFFICE Key Takeaways As new construction is delivered to the market, vacancy rates and rental rates are expected to rise. The…
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MUSC Wheelchair Sustainability Project
April 1, 2019Bringing wheelchairs to underserved communities in Uganda For more than 8 years, students and faculty from the College of Health Professions have participated in medical mission trips bringing health care…
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Mayors’ Commission on Homelessness and Affordable Housing announces details for Second Annual Benefit Concert
April 1, 2019
The Mayors’ Commission on Homelessness and Affordable Housing announced the performance lineup for the upcoming second annual Homeless to Hope Benefit Concert, which will include recent South Carolina Music Hall…
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Top Grossing Movies – April 1, 2019
April 1, 2019
Theatrical grosses from comScore Rank Title Rating Distributor Wk Weekend Locs Weekend Gross Cumulative 1 Dumbo PG Disney 1 4,259 $45,990,748 $45,990,748 2 Us R Universal 2 3,743 $33,229,640…
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SCCADVASA launches healthy relationships campaign to recognize Sexual Assault Awareness Month
April 1, 2019Digital campaign aimed at teens and young adults demonstrates qualities of healthy relationships The South Carolina Coalition Against Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault (SCCADVASA) recognizes the eighteenth annual Sexual Assault…
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Colliers International releases first quarter 2019 market snapshots for Charleston
April 1, 2019
Colliers International | South Carolina has released a snapshot of its first quarter preliminary data for the office, industrial and retail markets in Charleston. Office market The Charleston market had…
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Subway announces multimillion-dollar remodel investment in South Carolina franchises
March 29, 2019The new restaurant design at Subway restaurants – shown here at a shop on Pelham Road in Greenville, S.C. – gets a boost with a corporate investment for franchises. Subway…
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Newly signed law allows for hemp program expansion
March 29, 2019
South Carolina Governor Henry D. McMaster signed into law a bill which expands the number of growers who can participate in the state’s hemp program and the amount of acreage…
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SC Chamber announces 2018 Safety Award winners
March 29, 2019
South Carolina Businesses with Successful Safety Records Honored at Annual Luncheon The South Carolina Chamber of Commerce presented 170 Safety Awards at a luncheon presented by Sonoco at the Columbia…
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