Statewide SC Codes initiative officially launches
April 10, 2019
S.C. Department of Commerce Office of Innovation and Build Carolina partner on free coding program The S.C. Department of Commerce’s Office of Innovation, in collaboration with Build Carolina, officially launched…
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The Muffin Mam, Inc. launching new Laurens County operations
April 10, 2019
Wholesale bakery and supplier to create approximately 114 new jobs The Muffin Mam, Inc. is launching new production operations in Laurens County. The company’s $18.8 million investment is projected to…
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Indiana University receives MTEC award to test infection-resistant wound dressings
April 10, 2019
In partnership with the U.S. Army Medical Research and Materiel Command (USAMRMC), the Medical Technology Enterprise Consortium (MTEC) announced that Indiana University has been awarded funds to conduct preclinical testing…
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James Costner brings creativity to learning
April 10, 2019
James Costner has just five years of teaching under his belt, but longevity isn’t necessarily a requirement when applying for consideration as the Charleston County School District (CCSD) Teacher of…
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Folly Association of Business opposed to proposed amendment to commercial noise ordinance on Folly Beach
April 9, 2019At tonight’s Folly Beach City Council meeting, the council will have the first reading of a proposed amendment to a noise ordinance that will affect Folly’s businesses. If passed, the…
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The Gibbes Museum of Art awarded $50,000 in grants from Art Bridges Foundation
April 9, 2019
The Gibbes Museum of Art, Charleston’s premier art museum, has been selected as a recipient of two grants totaling $50,000 from the Art Bridges Foundation. Through the support of the…
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Middle school science teacher from Richland School District Two named South Carolina’s first STEM Educator of the Year
April 9, 2019
Inaugural prize sponsored by leading companies and nonprofits recognizes importance of STEM in education SC Future Minds, S2TEM Centers SC, the STEM Development Foundation, and Comporium are pleased to announce…
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TCCC releases fifth annual Regional Education Report
April 9, 2019
“Disruption” report identifies actions needed to support success Tri-County Cradle to CareerCollaborative (TCCC) released its fifth annual Regional Education Report during the organization’s Community Leadership Council breakfast at Charleston Southern University.…
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Recovr receives SC Launch, Inc. investment
April 9, 2019
SCRA announces a $200,000 SC Launch, Inc. investment in Recovr, a Clemson-based company developing innovative physical therapy tools. The company was accepted into SCRA’s Entrepreneurial Program, SC Launch, in 2014 and previously received…
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Perdue Farms invests $25 million in Dillon County expansion
April 9, 2019
Creation of approximately 100 new jobs The S.C. Department of Commerce and Governor Henry McMaster today announced that Perdue Farms has completed a $25 million expansion at its harvest operation in Dillon…
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School Students can now ride CARTA for free – Free Fare program introduces Lowcountry youth to transit
April 9, 2019The Charleston Area Regional Transportation Authority (CARTA) has launched a new Free Student Fare pilot program that allows students in the system’s service area ages 6 and older to ride…
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National Spectrum Consortium leads 5G innovation for the Department of Defense
April 9, 2019The U.S. is lagging behind China and other nations in the development and marketing of 5G. Chinese companies are working to dominate 5G standards development by mandating the use of Chinese…
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Benson to Emcee Baldrige National Quality Awards ceremony
April 8, 2019Former College of Charleston President P. George Benson will serve as the master of ceremonies at the Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Awards, the nation’s highest honors for innovation and performance excellence. Benson, who…
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Lowcountry Food Bank Giving Tree ceremony recognizes top 2018 Donors
April 8, 2019The Lowcountry Food Bank (LCFB) conducted a Giving Tree Ceremony yesterday to honor its most generous donors from 2018. The ceremony took place at the LCFB Paul Hulsey Community Food…
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Three new agents join William Means Real Estate Team
April 8, 2019Real estate professionals Sam Moore, Tim Schneider, and Kenton Selvey have joined the team of agents at William Means Real Estate, one of the oldest real estate companies in Charleston…
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CresCom Bank announces promotions throughout its South Carolina branches
April 8, 2019
CresCom Bank, the second largest community bank in North and South Carolina, promotes Team Members throughout its South Carolina branches. Promotions include: Litchfield, S.C. Amanda Phillips, Mortgage Loan Originator, has been…
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New platform Narrative brings democracy to online content
April 8, 2019
Narrative Company announced the public Beta launch of its Narrative content platform. Described as Medium-meets-Reddit, Narrative seeks to solve some of the thorniest issues facing online content today–censorship, account takedowns,…
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Students and robots to be highlighted in celebration of STEM education
April 8, 2019
Students, their robots, and leading STEM educators will have an audience with some of the state’s top elected officials when they gather Tuesday in Columbia to celebrate STEM Education Day…
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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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