SOL Partners with SOS Lowcountry (Share Our Suzy) to raise money for local breast cancer patients
October 8, 2018
Starting now through Saturday, November 17, SOL Southwest Kitchen & Tequila Bar in Mt. Pleasant, Summerville and Downtown Charleston will be raising money to help local women fighting breast cancer.…
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Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina awards $265,450 in Fall funding
October 8, 2018
The Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina recently awarded Caritas grants for the fall 2018 grant cycle. These grants bear the name of one of the guiding principles of…
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Top Grossing Movies – October 8, 2018
October 8, 2018
Theatrical grosses from comScore Week of 10/05/2018 to 10/11/2018 Rank Title Rating Distributor Wk Weekend Locs Weekend Gross Cumulative 1 Venom PG13 Sony 1 4,250 $80,255,756 $80,255,756 2 A…
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South Carolina Chapter of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention marks 10 year anniversary
October 8, 2018
This October, the South Carolina Chapter of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention marks ten years of dedicated service in raising suicide awareness and prevention programs. The local chapter’s first…
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AT&T to donate $50,000 to aid South Carolina communities affected by Hurricane Florence
October 8, 2018
AT&T* is contributing $50,000 to the One SC Fund, to help meet the urgent needs of Hurricane Florence victims. “We know that the recovery from Hurricane Florence is going to be…
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Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina Awards Caritas grants to organizations supporting Lexington and Richland Counties
October 8, 2018
The Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina recently awarded Caritas grants for the fall 2018 grant cycle. These grants bear the name of one of the guiding principles of…
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Jillian Gaskins to serve as the Greenville Area Development Corporation’s Fall Intern
October 8, 2018The Greenville Area Development Corporation has named Jillian Gaskins as the economic development organization’s Public Relations and Social Media Intern for the Fall of 2018. A longtime resident of Charleston,…
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United Community Bank promotes Dixon Woodward to state leadership role
October 8, 2018United Community Bank announced Dixon Woodward has been promoted to State President for South Carolina and Coastal Georgia. Woodward has nearly two decades of banking experience, much of it in…
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John de la Howe alumni to gather Oct. 13 for biennial Homecoming
October 8, 2018Photo: The Lethe site, where Dr. John de la Howe established his home and farm, features historical signs designating Lethe’s buildings. The John de la Howe School will hold…
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Holy Smoke Olive Oil hits shelves in all Harris Teeter locations
October 8, 2018Looking to add the perfect hint of smoky flavor to your favorite recipes this Fall? As of today, Holy Smoke, a cold-smoked olive oil, is now available in all Harris…
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Jillian Gaskins to serve as the Greenville Area Development Corporation’s Fall Intern
October 8, 2018
The Greenville Area Development Corporation has named Jillian Gaskins as the economic development organization’s Public Relations and Social Media Intern for the Fall of 2018. A longtime resident of Charleston,…
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John de la Howe alumni to gather Oct. 13 for biennial Homecoming
October 8, 2018Photo: The Lethe site, where Dr. John de la Howe established his home and farm, features historical signs designating Lethe’s buildings. The John de la Howe School will hold…
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Holy Smoke Olive Oil hits shelves in all Harris Teeter locations
October 8, 2018
Looking to add the perfect hint of smoky flavor to your favorite recipes this Fall? As of today, Holy Smoke, a cold-smoked olive oil, is now available in all Harris…
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United Community Bank promotes Dixon Woodward to state leadership role
October 8, 2018
United Community Bank announced Dixon Woodward has been promoted to State President for South Carolina and Coastal Georgia. Woodward has nearly two decades of banking experience, much of it in…
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Gov. Henry McMaster announces Marlboro Team South Carolina Day
October 5, 2018State and Federal Officials, Non-Profits will Offer Residents Disaster Relief Assistance Governor Henry McMaster has announced that Marlboro Team South Carolina Day will be held Tuesday, October 9 in Bennettsville,…
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Adult memory care day center first of its kind in South Carolina
October 5, 2018Alice’s Clubhouse, a private, membership-based memory care day facility, will open on Bowman Road in late October. Open to adults with mild to moderate memory loss, the 3,100 square-foot facility…
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Adult memory care day center first of its kind in South Carolina
October 5, 2018
Alice’s Clubhouse, a private, membership-based memory care day facility, will open on Bowman Road in late October. Open to adults with mild to moderate memory loss, the 3,100 square-foot facility…
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Caterpillar locating new operations in Greenwood County
October 4, 2018
Caterpillar Inc., one of the world’s leading manufacturers of construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives, will locate a casting facility in…
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Lee & Associates Charleston represents the buyer and seller in the 25,560 SF transaction of 917 Commerce Circle
October 4, 2018
Lee & Associates Charleston’s Thomas Buist, SIOR represented the Seller, Commerce 917, LLC, while Bob Nuttall, SIOR, CPM and J. Miles Barkley represented the Buyer, LCJ Holdings 917 LLC, in…
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FAFSA opens Oct. 1 for students going to college in 2019-2020
October 4, 2018
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) opened today for students who are planning to attend college in the 2019-2020 school year. Filling out the FAFSA is the first step for…
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Charleston Parks Conservancy launching fourth community garden this fall
October 4, 2018The Charleston Parks Conservancy has received a total of $25,000 in grant funds for the creation of a community garden at Corrine Jones Park, 36 Marlow Drive in Charleston. Through…
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College of Charleston announces Fall Alumni Weekend 2018
October 4, 2018
What are you doing in November? For alumni of the College of Charleston the answer is easy – you’re attending Fall Alumni Weekend at your alma mater. This marks the third…
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Land sold in Charleston, SC
October 4, 2018
Cushman & Wakefield | Thalhimer is pleased to announce the sale of approximately 3.6 acres of land situated along 1024 Clements Crest Lane in Charleston, South Carolina. Jessen Lane, LLC…
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College of Charleston biology professor wins Emmy Award
October 4, 2018
College of Charleston biology professor Phil Dustan has won an Emmy Award for his part in the Netflix film Chasing Coral. The film won the award for Outstanding Nature Documentary during the 39th Annual…
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One SC Fund awards $165,000 for Hurricane Florence relief over $3.6 million distributed to nonprofits since the fund’s inception
October 4, 2018The One SC Fund Grants Committee has announced the first round of grant awards for Hurricane Florence relief and recovery projects across South Carolina. Grantees will receive a total of…
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One SC Fund awards $165,000 for Hurricane Florence relief over $3.6 million distributed to nonprofits since the fund’s inception
October 4, 2018
The One SC Fund Grants Committee has announced the first round of grant awards for Hurricane Florence relief and recovery projects across South Carolina. Grantees will receive a total of…
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Conway, SC is open for business!
October 3, 2018The majority of the small business community of Conway, South Carolina wants you to know that they are operational and ready to serve the needs of Horry County residents! In…
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Sonesta makes a big pink splash this October with “Think Pink” campaign for Breast Cancer Awareness month
October 3, 2018
From the time the guests arrive at Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island this October, an entirely different “Think Pink” experience in support of Breast Cancer Awareness month can be expected, starting with…
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Ryan Welch, Sior and Jon-Michael Brock of Lee & Associates Charleston pre-leased two 4,800 sf industrial facilities in North Charleston
October 3, 2018Ryan Welch, SIOR and Jon-Michael Brock of Lee & Associates Charleston pre-leased two 4,800 SF industrial facilities to Tenant’s, Hembree Outdoors, LLC & Southern Concrete & Construction, LLC located at…
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State/FEMA Disaster Recovery Centers opening in Chesterfield, Dillon and Horry Counties
October 3, 2018The State of South Carolina and FEMA are opening three Disaster Recovery Centers in the cities of Cheraw (Chesterfield County) Dillon (Dillon County) and Conway (Horry County) Tuesday, Oct. 2.…
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National Blue Ribbon School honors for five South Carolina schools
October 3, 2018
South Carolina Superintendent of Education Molly Spearman has announced that five South Carolina schools were recognized by the United States Department of Education as 2018 National Blue Ribbon Schools. “I…
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Industry skincare leader GUINOT Institut Paris to open first U.S. Beauty Center in Mount Pleasant
October 3, 2018Highly Specialized, Medically-Trained Beauty Therapists Introduce the Region to a New, Pioneering Approach to Skincare GUINOT Institut Paris, a pioneering French Cosmetic Company with the largest chain of branded Beauty…
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$12.2 M investment sale
October 3, 2018Carolina Commercial, LLC has successfully completed the $12,200,000 investment sale of a fully leased 135,364 SF industrial property located at 4400 Arco Lane, North Charleston, SC. Dunston Powell, CCIM with…
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Hospital chain pays over $260 million to settle charges arising from whistleblower lawsuits brought by VSG clients and others
October 3, 2018The U.S. Department of Justice announced that Health Management Associates, LLC (HMA) will pay over $260 million to settle allegations raised in several “qui tam” (whistleblower) / False Claims Act…
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Pastides announces retirement as USC president
October 3, 2018
After a decade of service as president and leading the University of South Carolina through an unprecedented period of growth and success, President Harris Pastides announced Wednesday (Oct. 3) that…
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Columbia’s EngenuitySC announces John Lumpkin as 2018 Vision Award Winner
October 3, 2018Nonprofit Recognizes Decades of Work Toward a More Competitive and Prosperous Midlands EngenuitySC, the Columbia-based nonprofit focused on enhancing the Midlands’ competitiveness and prosperity, has presented John Lumpkin with its…
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Hospital chain pays over $260 million to settle charges arising from whistleblower lawsuits brought by VSG clients and others
October 3, 2018
The U.S. Department of Justice announced that Health Management Associates, LLC (HMA) will pay over $260 million to settle allegations raised in several “qui tam” (whistleblower) / False Claims Act…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: law, on-the-move
Columbia’s EngenuitySC announces John Lumpkin as 2018 Vision Award Winner
October 3, 2018Nonprofit Recognizes Decades of Work Toward a More Competitive and Prosperous Midlands EngenuitySC, the Columbia-based nonprofit focused on enhancing the Midlands’ competitiveness and prosperity, has presented John Lumpkin with its…
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Industry skincare leader GUINOT Institut Paris to open first U.S. Beauty Center in Mount Pleasant
October 3, 2018Highly Specialized, Medically-Trained Beauty Therapists Introduce the Region to a New, Pioneering Approach to Skincare GUINOT Institut Paris, a pioneering French Cosmetic Company with the largest chain of branded Beauty…
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$12.2 M investment sale
October 3, 2018
Carolina Commercial, LLC has successfully completed the $12,200,000 investment sale of a fully leased 135,364 SF industrial property located at 4400 Arco Lane, North Charleston, SC. Dunston Powell, CCIM with…
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GSSM celebrates 18 National Merit Semifinalists
October 2, 2018
Eighteen students from the South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics (GSSM) are among the 16,000 semifinalists named in the 64th annual National Merit Scholarship Program. These academically accomplished…
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David Kelley joins SIB Fixed Cost Reduction as Chief Financial Officer
October 2, 2018
SIB Fixed Cost Reduction announced today that finance industry veteran David Kelley has joined the company as its new Chief Financial Officer. In his new role, Kelley will be responsible…
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Florence and Darlington County residents eligible for FEMA Individual Assistance
October 2, 2018At the request of Governor Henry McMaster, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has amended its disaster declaration for Hurricane Florence to make residents in Florence and Darlington counties eligible…
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Colliers International releases third quarter 2018 market snapshots for Charleston
October 2, 2018
Colliers International in South Carolina has released a snapshot of its third quarter preliminary data for the office, industrial and retail markets in Charleston. Office market Charleston has a positive…
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Dogs Are Problem Solvers — Are We?
October 1, 2018
By Connie Cleveland I travel throughout North America to teach people about dogs and how they learn. The first statement I make in a workshop is that dogs have…
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SEWE 2019 Featured Artist and Painting announced
October 1, 2018Southeastern Wildlife Exposition (SEWE) announces its Featured Artist and Featured Painting for the 2019 event today, marking 37 years of excellence in wildlife art, conservation and the sporting life. Lou Pasqua has been…
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South Carolina Ports Authority, MUSC launch health and wellness services partnership
October 1, 2018
The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) and South Carolina Ports Authority (SCPA) have signed an agreement for MUSC Business Health to deliver health care and wellness services at its…
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ACRE awards $175,000 to SC Food Hub Network
October 1, 2018
The Agribusiness Center for Research and Entrepreneurship (ACRE) has awarded $175,000 to the South Carolina Food Hub Network to improve logistics for the state’s five food hubs: GrowFood Carolina in…
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Sonesta makes a big pink splash this October with “Think Pink” campaign for Breast Cancer Awareness month
October 1, 2018
From the time the guests arrive at Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island this October, an entirely different “Think Pink” experience in support of Breast Cancer Awareness month can be expected, starting with…
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North Myrtle Beach Chamber of Commerce launches initiatives to provide shelter for those impacted by the storm
October 1, 2018
The North Myrtle Beach Chamber of Commerce and CVB launched two new initiatives, “Shelter From the Storm” and the “Evacuee Welcome Program,” to help those affected by Hurricane Florence and…
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