Congressmen Clyburn and Cunningham join community leaders to call for closing the Charleston Loophole
February 25, 2019Next week the U.S. House of Representatives will take the first step to close the so-called “Charleston Loophole” that allowed the perpetrator of the Mother Emanuel massacre to obtain his…
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Communities celebrate safety with 8th Annual SC Walk and Roll to School Day – March 6
February 25, 2019The Eighth Annual South Carolina Walk to School Day (SC WTSD) is Wednesday, March 6, 2019. Organized by the South Carolina Department of Transportation’s (SCDOT) Safe Routes to School Program, South Carolina…
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Children’s Museum of the Lowcountry to reopen following renovations
February 25, 2019
The Children’s Museum of the Lowcountry is set to reopen to the public after an eight week renovation. The museum, closed since January, will open on Saturday, March 2 at…
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Instagram executive to speak at The Gibbes Museum of Art’s annual ‘Art of Design’ luncheon
February 25, 2019The Gibbes Museum of Art announced Eva Chen, head of fashion partnerships at Instagram, as the featured speaker for the annual Art of Design luncheon on April 12. Since 2011,…
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First Reserve acquires SC-based Refuel, Inc. and West Oil, Inc.
February 23, 2019First Reserve announced the creation of a retail fuel distribution investment platform in the Southeastern United States. First Reserve is a leading global private equity investment firm exclusively focused on…
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3 Ways Identity Thieves Steal Your Tax Refund and How to Prevent It
February 22, 2019By South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis That time of year has come: Tax season. While you may have just started preparing your tax returns, identity thieves have been gearing…
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3 Ways Identity Thieves Steal Your Tax Refund and How to Prevent It
February 22, 2019
By South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis That time of year has come: Tax season. While you may have just started preparing your tax returns, identity thieves have been gearing…
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Charleston Symphony announces 2019-2020 season
February 21, 2019The Charleston Symphony announced the launch of their 2019-2020 season, calling it “their most ambitious season of music yet.” The CSO’s 83rd season will celebrate the numerous contributions of our city’s own…
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SC Works Trident launches new website
February 21, 2019
SC Works Trident, a workforce development program servicing Berkeley, Charleston and Dorchester counties, has launched an-all new website, now live at www.tridentscworks.org. With an upgraded look and expanded features, the…
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Caldwell Commercial represents buyer in sale of 108 Thomas Cary Court, Charleston
February 21, 2019Bob Caldwell, SIOR and Bob Evans of Caldwell Commercial represented the buyer YGT, LLC in the sale of 108 Thomas Cary Court, Charleston, SC. Edward Robinson of the Beach Company…
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SCRA & SC Launch celebrate $1 billion in follow-on funding for SC-based companies
February 21, 2019
SCRA, a public, non-profit corporation that fuels South Carolina’s innovation economy, celebrated a milestone of $1 billion of follow-on capital secured by Client Companies in the SC Launch Program. SC Launch, SCRA’s…
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Charleston Distilling expanding operations in Charleston County
February 21, 2019
$4.2 million investment will include new distillation capabilities and more Charleston Distilling announced a $4.2 million investment in its Charleston County operations. The expansion is projected to create an additional…
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Caldwell Commercial represents buyer in sale of 108 Thomas Cary Court, Charleston
February 21, 2019
Bob Caldwell, SIOR and Bob Evans of Caldwell Commercial represented the buyer YGT, LLC in the sale of 108 Thomas Cary Court, Charleston, SC. Edward Robinson of the Beach Company…
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J. Miles Barkley, Broker and Principal with Lee & Associates Charleston, represented and assisted the Landlord Marabu US Properties in the lease renewal located at Remount Road.
February 20, 2019Miles Barkley, Broker and Principal with Lee & Associates Charleston, is pleased to have represented and assisted the Landlord Marabu US Properties with the lease renewal for TraFX Public Safety…
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Ryan Welch, SIOR of Lee & Associates Charleston represented the buyer in the purchase of 4 acres of land in North Charleston, SC
February 20, 2019Ryan Welch, SIOR of Lee & Associates Charleston represented the Buyer, Mercury Realty, LLC, in the purchase of 4 acres of land located at 7614 Southrail Road in North Charleston,…
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Firehouse Subs expanding into Newberry, SC with the help of Lee & Associates Charleston’s Will Sherrod, CCIM
February 20, 2019
Will Sherrod, CCIM of Lee & Associates Charleston represented TLC Enterprises, LLC dba Firehouse Subs in it’s first Newberry, South Carolina location for the Firehouse Sub franchise. Firehouse Subs will…
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SCDA Regulators to notify industry regarding CBD and hemp in food and feed products in the market place
February 20, 2019
The South Carolina Department of Agriculture (SCDA) is aware of the growing public interest in hemp and cannabis-derived products, including cannabidiol (CBD) addition into human and animal foods in South…
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Blackbaud Institute releases 2018 Charitable Giving Report
February 20, 2019
Blackbaud (NASDAQ: BLKB), the world’s leading cloud software company powering social good, announced the release of the 2018 Charitable Giving Report by the Blackbaud Institute for Philanthropic Impact™. The seventh annual report, which…
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The QM Group expanding Orangeburg County operations
February 20, 2019
$9.5 million investment to accommodate continued growth The Quality Model Group of companies (The QM Group) today announced an expansion of its existing Orangeburg County plastic injection molding operations. The…
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SC’s best and brightest in hospitality honored at Stars of SC Hospitality Awards
February 20, 2019The South Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association (SCRLA) honored the best of the industry at the annual Stars of South Carolina Hospitality Awards. The winners were recognized at a…
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CARTA cuts ribbon on solar-powered shelter
February 19, 2019The Charleston Regional Transportation Authority (CARTA) cut the ribbon on a new solar-powered shelter at the corner of Dorchester Road and Purcell Drive in North Charleston. The event marked the final installation in…
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Top Grossing Movies – February 18
February 19, 2019
Week of 02/15/2019 to 02/21/2019 Rank Title Rating Distributor Weeks Weekend Locs Weekend Gross Cumulative 1 The Lego Movie 2: The Second Part PG Warner Bros. 2 4303 $20,804,670 $69,228,853…
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Cameron Yost, Reid Davis, CCIM, SIOR and Pete Harper, CCIM Represented the Landlord in the Lease of 2,332 SF of Office Space in Downtown Charleston, SC
February 19, 2019Lee & Associates Charleston’s Cameron Yost, Reid Davis, CCIM, SIOR and Pete Harper, CCIM represented the Landlord, Nubox Properties, LLC in the lease of 2,332 SF of Office space located…
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Charleston Office Advisors represented the landlord in the lease of 2,045 SF of office space in Downtown Charleston, SC
February 19, 2019Lee & Associates Charleston’s Cameron Yost, Reid Davis, CCIM, SIOR and Pete Harper, CCIM represented the Landlord, 1166 King, LLC in the lease of 2,045 SF of office space located…
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Maxwood Furniture, Inc. locating new distribution center in Marion County
February 19, 2019
Furniture Manufacturer and Distributor Creating 21 New Jobs Maxwood Furniture, Inc., a manufacturer and distributor of bedroom furniture, today announced plans to locate its new distribution center in Marion County.…
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Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce announces 2019 Board of Directors
February 19, 2019
The Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce announces the 2019 Board of Directors. Executives from the business community serve as volunteer leaders to enhance the Chamber and the economic environment for those…
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SCRA announces seven new Client Companies
February 19, 2019
SCRA announced the recent acceptance of seven Client Companies into its entrepreneurial program, SC Launch. Client Companies receive mentoring and support services and may also be eligible for funding. Coastal…
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LS3P congratulates Brian Wurst, FAIA on elevation to Fellowship in the AIA
February 19, 2019LS3P congratulates Vice President and Principal Brian Wurst, FAIA, on his elevation to Fellowship in the American Institute of Architects (AIA), the organization’s highest member honor which recognizes exemplary contributions…
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LS3P congratulates Brian Wurst, FAIA on elevation to Fellowship in the AIA
February 19, 2019
LS3P congratulates Vice President and Principal Brian Wurst, FAIA, on his elevation to Fellowship in the American Institute of Architects (AIA), the organization’s highest member honor which recognizes exemplary contributions…
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Lee & Associates Charleston lease of 2,600 SF located at Highway 176, Goose Creek
February 18, 2019
William Sherrod CCIM, with Lee & Associates Charleston, represented Friendly Smiles Dentistry, LLC in the leasing of approximately 2,600 SF of retail/office space located at the planned Goose Creek Village…
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Tourism in South Carolina breaks records
February 18, 2019
Tourism is now a $22.6 billion industry in South Carolina, representing a $1.4 billion increase over the previous year and a 50 percent increase since 2010, according to estimates released…
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CCSD’s Susan Friedrich receives national honor
February 18, 2019
Charleston County School District (CCSD) is proud to announce Susan Friedrich is the Coalition on Adult Basic Education’s (COABE) 2019 Outstanding Administrator of the Year. Friedrich, who is CCSD’s Director…
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Two Tenure-Track Faculty Positions by the Department of Computer Science at USC Beaufort
February 18, 2019Materials Assembly and Design Excellence in South Carolina (MADE in SC) is South Carolina’s five-year, $20 million award funded by the National Science Foundation and managed by the SC EPSCoR…
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Registration opens for Charleston’s 4th Annual Tillman Honor Run
February 18, 2019The Arizona State University (ASU) South Carolina Alumni Club is pleased to announce the 4th Annual Charleston Honor Run taking place on April 27, 2019 at MUSC Health…
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YWCA Greater Charleston launches six new tech clubs for girls
February 18, 2019In November 2016, YWCA Greater Charleston launched Charleston’s first Girls Who Code club for middle school girls. With the success of that pilot program and three more girls’ coding clubs…
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Communications professional joins TCCC staff
February 18, 2019
Tri-County Cradle to Career Collaborative has expanded its staff by hiring Amanda Kowal as Communications and Administration Associate, a part-time position that reports to the Director of Communications and Operations. Kowal…
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SOL Southwest Kitchen & Tequila Bar celebrates National Margarita Day on Friday, February 22
February 18, 2019
In honor of National Margarita Day on Friday, February 22, SOL Southwest Kitchen & Tequila Bar in Mount Pleasant, Summerville, and Downtown will be offering $5 margarita specials throughout the day and…
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YWCA Greater Charleston launches six new tech clubs for girls
February 18, 2019In November 2016, YWCA Greater Charleston launched Charleston’s first Girls Who Code club for middle school girls. With the success of that pilot program and three more girls’ coding clubs…
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Registration opens for Charleston’s 4th Annual Tillman Honor Run
February 18, 2019The Arizona State University (ASU) South Carolina Alumni Club is pleased to announce the 4th Annual Charleston Honor Run taking place on April 27, 2019 at MUSC Health…
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Google’s investment in South Carolina exceeds $2 billion
February 17, 2019
State and Local Leaders Gathered at Data Center to Celebrate Company’s 10 Years in Berkeley County and Ongoing Investments Governor Henry McMaster joined state and local officials both to celebrate…
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Roll The Dice at the 2019 AMA Charleston Spark! Awards
February 17, 2019
The American Marketing Association’s Charleston Chapter (AMA Charleston) is now accepting submissions for this year’s Spark! Awards. The awards gala is an opportunity to recognize the outstanding creative achievements of…
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S.C. Appeals Court upholds $14M asbestos exposure verdict against Celanese Corp.
February 15, 2019The South Carolina Court of Appeals has affirmed a $14 million verdict against Texas-based Celanese Corp. (NYSE: CE) on behalf of the family of a maintenance worker who died from mesothelioma after being…
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Lowcountry Rapid Transit online meeting available through Feb. 28
February 14, 2019In late January, The Berkeley-Charleston-Dorchester Council of Governments (BCDCOG)held a series of interactive, public Community Workshops in Charleston, North Charleston and Summerville to kick off the next phase for the…
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Colliers International welcomes CoStar Power Broker Mark Erickson to expanding Charleston office
February 14, 2019
Mark Erickson, SIOR, a brokerage professional with experience in tenant and landlord representation, has joined the Charleston office of Colliers International | South Carolina as an industrial and office specialist.…
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Tour nearly 70 artists’ spaces during Columbia Open Studios, April 6-7, 2019
February 14, 2019Explore local artwork, studios in weekend-long event presented by 701 CCA Columbia Open Studios, presented by 701 Center for Contemporary Art, welcomes nearly 70 local artists for the free, self-guided…
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New College of Charleston research looks at the death of Megalodon
February 14, 2019
New research indicates that the extinction of the giant shark known as “Megalodon” may have occurred much earlier than first believed. A new discovery by scientists indicate that the giant…
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Medtronic, MUSC partner to improve patient outcomes
February 14, 2019
Value-based health care partnership will target acute conditions, chronic diseases in South Carolina CHARLESTON, S.C., AND DUBLIN – Medtronic plc (NYSE:MDT) and the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) today announced…
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SC EPSCoR announces 2019 research and collaboration programs grants recipients
February 14, 2019SC EPSCoR (South Carolina Established Program to Stimulate Competitive Research) Program’s main goal is to increase South Carolina’s research capacity by assisting STEM faculty to achieve and sustain large…
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PURE Theatre: Small Mouth Sounds
February 14, 2019On Friday, March 8, 2019, PURE Theatre will open the third production of its 16th season: Small Mouth Sounds by Bess Wohl. The 2016 Critics’ Pick by New York Times,…
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SC Works awards local businesses $100,000 for Incumbent Worker Training
February 14, 2019SC Works Trident and its Trident Workforce Development Board has awarded $100,000 to eight local businesses connected to Incumbent Worker Training (IWT) programs. The funds, made possible by the Workforce…
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