Nominations being accepted for 2019 “Harold Koon Award for Excellence in Volunteer Service”
November 19, 2018
The city of Charleston Business and Neighborhood Services division is now accepting nominations for the 21st annual “Harold Koon Award for Excellence in Volunteer Service.” City residents are invited to nominate…
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SC Ports announces 2019 Port Ambassadors
November 19, 2018South Carolina Ports Authority (SCPA) announced its 2018-2019 Port Ambassadors class, consisting of 25 delegates who will complete a nine-month program that immerses participants into Port operations, economic development, and…
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Pete Harper, CCIM and Bob Nuttall, SIOR, CPM represented the landlord in the lease of 2,882 SF of office space in North Charleston, SC
November 19, 2018Pete Harper, CCIM and Bob Nuttall, SIOR, CPM of Lee & Associates Charleston, LLC and the owners of the Atrium want to congratulate Mutual of Omaha Insurance Company on their…
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Successful Charleston and South Carolina trade mission to Panama City, Republic of Panama
November 19, 2018Charleston Sister Cities International and South Carolina Department of Commerce Partner to Promote Trade Charleston Sister Cities International (CSCI) in partnership with the South Carolina Department of Commerce (SCDOC) report that their recent Trade Mission to Panama City, Panama was a success. As a result of the Trade Mission visit October…
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North Carolina Utilities Commission approves Dominion Energy-SCANA combination
November 19, 2018
The proposed combination of Dominion Energy, Inc. (NYSE : D) and SCANA Corporation (NYSE : SCG) has received the approval of the North Carolina Utilities Commission. It is the sixth…
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Top Grossing Movies – November 19
November 19, 2018
Theatrical grosses from comScore Week of 11/16/2018 to 11/22/2018 Rank Title Rating Distributor Weeks Weekend Locs Weekend Gross Cumulative 1 Fantastic Beasts: Crimes Of Grindelwald PG13 Warner Bros. 1…
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Treasurer Curtis Loftis appoints Melissa Simmons to expanded role at State Treasurer’s office
November 19, 2018Banking Division Director to Add Investment Management to Duties South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis has appointed Melissa D. Simmons, CPA, CFP as Director of Banking and Investments for the agency.…
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Frampton Construction expands team with three new hires
November 19, 2018
Frampton Construction Company, LLC, a regional full-service construction firm providing planning and design support, preconstruction, construction services, and sustainability services throughout the Carolinas, has added David Urban and Rick Corley…
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Crafty Feast announces vendors for 10th annual indie craft fair on Sunday, Dec. 9
November 19, 2018Shop and stroll on Sunday, Dec. 9 at Crafty Feast, Columbia, S.C.’s one-stop handmade shopping market for thousands of attendees Nearly 100 makers of handcrafted goods from across the Southeast…
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8th Annual Shuck-A-Rama set for January 18 to benefit the Brain Injury Association of South Carolina
November 19, 2018The Brain Injury Association of South Carolina (BIASC) will be hosting its 8th Annual Shuck-A-Rama on Fri., January 18, 2019 from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. at the Charleston Visitor Center…
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South Carolina’s $90-million research pipeline creates jobs and improves healthcare, researchers say
November 19, 2018The $41.8 million that has flowed into Clemson University for three separate research centers could be the beginning of a larger enterprise that brings South Carolina new business, improved patient…
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Amy Dabbs to oversee Extension school, community garden programs statewide
November 19, 2018Veteran Clemson Cooperative Extension agent Amy Dabbs has accepted the role of School and Community Gardening Statewide Coordinator after a national search to fill the newly created position for Extension’s…
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Cushman & Wakefield | Thalhimer Charleston-area lease
November 19, 2018
Cushman & Wakefield | Thalhimer reports the following recent lease transactions in the Charleston area: …………………………………………………………………. The David J. Joseph Co. leased 11,164 square feet of office space at 885…
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Crafty Feast announces vendors for 10th annual indie craft fair on Sunday, Dec. 9
November 19, 2018
Shop and stroll on Sunday, Dec. 9 at Crafty Feast, Columbia, S.C.’s one-stop handmade shopping market for thousands of attendees Nearly 100 makers of handcrafted goods from across the Southeast…
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Treasurer Curtis Loftis appoints Melissa Simmons to expanded role at State Treasurer’s office
November 19, 2018
Banking Division Director to Add Investment Management to Duties South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis has appointed Melissa D. Simmons, CPA, CFP as Director of Banking and Investments for the agency.…
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8th Annual Shuck-A-Rama set for January 18 to benefit the Brain Injury Association of South Carolina
November 19, 2018
The Brain Injury Association of South Carolina (BIASC) will be hosting its 8th Annual Shuck-A-Rama on Fri., January 18, 2019 from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. at the Charleston Visitor Center…
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Cushman & Wakefield | Thalhimer welcomes Assistant Portfolio Manager in Charleston
November 18, 2018
Cushman & Wakefield | Thalhimer announces that Lori M. Drenning has joined their Commercial Property Services Group as an Assistant Portfolio Manager in the Charleston office. Lori has over 15…
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Frampton Construction underway on Cambria Hotel Greenville
November 18, 2018(PRNewsfoto/Choice Hotels International, In) Frampton Construction Company, LLC, a regional full-service construction firm providing planning and design support, preconstruction, and construction services, has been selected by FourRaines, LLC, to build…
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South Carolina’s Employment Situation – October 2018
November 16, 2018
Another record number of people working, unemployment rate holding steady at 3.3 percent The number of individuals working across the state climbed higher in October, increasing by 3,430 people to…
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Colliers Report: Statewide industrial demand intensifies
November 15, 2018
Research & Forecast Report Q3-2018 SOUTH CAROLINA | INDUSTRIAL Key Takeaways Statewide industrial activity is rapidly increasing; South Carolina industrial properties absorbed 4.17 million square feet during the third quarter…
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Holiday-Themed Magic Show Comes to Threshold Repertory Theatre
November 15, 2018
Threshold Repertory Theatre is putting a twist on the traditional holiday performance as it hosts singing illusionist Russell Anderson for “It’s a Magical Christmas.” The show runs Nov. 30 to…
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International fellow helps high school girls prepare for successful careers at YWCA Greater Charleston
November 15, 2018In August, YWCA Greater Charleston welcomed Cristina Turcu, previously with the United Nations Development Program in Moldova, to a four-month international fellowship at its Charleston office. Visiting as a Community…
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Charleston Digital Corridor launches CharlestonPros
November 15, 2018
Portal to Connect Entrepreneurs with Vetted Professionals The Charleston Digital Corridor (CDC) announced the launch of CharlestonPros, an online professional reference network of companies and freelancers qualified to work with…
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New grants to improve mental health in Berkeley County’s young children
November 15, 2018Berkeley County First Steps has received a $3,000 grant from the Home Community Fund through the Coastal Community Foundation and a $2,500 grant from The Joanna Foundation. The organization, which…
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Nexton Square announces 22 restaurants and shops coming to Summerville; destination shopping center to open in summer 2019
November 15, 2018
Nexton, a premier master planned community in Summerville, SC,is pleased to announce an updated list of tenants joining Nexton Square, which is under development by RealtyLink Commerical and located in…
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CCSO and CCSD receive grant from U.S. Department of Justice to bolster school security
November 15, 2018Charleston County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) and Charleston County School District (CCSD) are excited to announce the United States Department of Justice awarded the county a School Violence Prevention Program (SVPP)…
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New grants to improve mental health in Berkeley County’s young children
November 15, 2018
Berkeley County First Steps has received a $3,000 grant from the Home Community Fund through the Coastal Community Foundation and a $2,500 grant from The Joanna Foundation. The organization, which…
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International fellow helps high school girls prepare for successful careers at YWCA Greater Charleston
November 15, 2018
In August, YWCA Greater Charleston welcomed Cristina Turcu, previously with the United Nations Development Program in Moldova, to a four-month international fellowship at its Charleston office. Visiting as a Community…
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Nexton Square announces 22 restaurants and shops coming to Summerville; Destination Shopping Center to open in summer 2019
November 14, 2018
Nexton, a premier master planned community in Summerville, SC,is pleased to announce an updated list of tenants joining Nexton Square, which is under development by RealtyLink Commerical and located in…
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South Carolina launches new comprehensive state health improvement plan
November 14, 2018Stakeholders in South Carolina’s healthcare and business community along with the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) are excited to announce, “Live Healthy SC,” a comprehensive plan…
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South Carolina Secretary of State Mark Hammond announces Angels for 2018 and releases “Wise Giving and Professional Solicitor Report”
November 14, 2018South Carolina Secretary of State Mark Hammond announced today the Angels of 2018. Ten Angels as well as one Honorary Angel were recognized at a press conference and honored with…
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Bintelli LLC growing Charleston County operations
November 14, 2018
Powersport manufacturer creating 20 new jobs Bintelli LLC, an Inc. 5000 company and manufacturer and distributor of mopeds, scooters and electric vehicles for a variety of applications, today announced another…
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South Carolina launches new comprehensive state health improvement plan
November 14, 2018
Stakeholders in South Carolina’s healthcare and business community along with the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) are excited to announce, “Live Healthy SC,” a comprehensive plan…
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Allyson Bartley, CPA, joins Bauknight Pietras & Stormer’s growing tax consultancy for closely held businesses and individuals
November 13, 2018
Bauknight Pietras & Stormer, P.A., (BPS) announced that Allyson Bartley, CPA, has joined the firm as a senior manager, adding even more depth to BPS’ strong team of advisors for…
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Rosen Hagood recognized as one of Charleston’s “Best Law Firms”
November 13, 2018Rosen Hagood is honored to be included in the 2019 U.S. News – Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms” list. Recognition on this list reflects the high level of respect the…
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Rosen Hagood recognized as one of Charleston’s “Best Law Firms”
November 13, 2018
Rosen Hagood is honored to be included in the 2019 U.S. News – Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms” list. Recognition on this list reflects the high level of respect the…
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Top Grossing Movies – November 12
November 12, 2018
Theatrical grosses from comScore Week of 11/09/2018 to 11/15/2018 Rank Title Rating Distributor Weeks Weekend Locs Weekend Gross Cumulative 1 Dr. Seuss’ The Grinch PG Universal 1 4,141 $67,572,855…
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SOL Southwest Kitchen & Tequila Bar turns five and teams up with My Sister’s House to “Party with a Purpose” next Thursday, November 15
November 12, 2018
SOL Southwest Kitchen & Tequila Bar in Mount Pleasant is turning five next Thursday, November 15th, and to celebrate SOL is partnering with My Sister’s House to “Party with a…
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Frampton Construction to handle expansion for Old Dominion Freight Line service centers
November 12, 2018
Frampton Construction, LLC, a regional full-service construction firm providing planning and design support, preconstruction, and construction services, has been selected by Old Dominion Freight Line to expand their Chesapeake, Va.…
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Dominion Energy supports STEM education at College of Charleston
November 12, 2018
The College of Charleston Foundation on Friday, Oct. 26, 2018, announced a $10,000 grant from the Dominion Energy Charitable Foundation, the nonprofit arm of Dominion Energy, to fund Elementary Engineers and the…
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Two new agents join William Means Real Estate
November 12, 2018
Experienced real estate professionals Alex Brener and Andi McAfee have joined the team of agents at William Means Real Estate, one of the oldest real estate companies in Charleston and…
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Socastee Elementary and St. James Intermediate Schools honored with Architectural and Interior Design awards
November 12, 2018Learning By Design, the nation’s premier source for education design innovation and excellence, has announced that two Horry County schools were recognized with Architectural and Interior Design awards to be…
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HB Retirement partners with Questis to fuel financial wellness
November 12, 2018
Questis announced that HB Retirement (an affiliate of Henderson Brothers, Inc), a firm specializing in institutional retirement consulting and wealth management, has selected Questis to power its newest service offering:…
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Ribbon cutting of East West Partners’ The Gadsden in downtown Charleston
November 12, 2018East West Partners unveils The Gadsden, luxury parkside residences in historic downtown Charleston. The Gadsden is home to 76 one-, two- and three-bedroom residences with only a fraction remaining…
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Two Principles to Guide your Research
November 9, 2018
By J. Bradley Studemeyer NP Strategy A good research project is simple to describe, but difficult to implement. Most of that difficulty can be chalked up to the unprecedented…
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Myrtle Beach Realtor® Drew Streett is 2019 South Carolina REALTORS® president
November 9, 2018
Drew Streett, Realtor® at Garden City Realty in Garden City Beach, is South Carolina REALTORS® (SCR) 2019 president. Streett was inaugurated in a ceremony at the association’s Broker Summit at…
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Moore Beauston & Woodham announces the addition of Teri Payne
November 9, 2018
Moore Beauston & Woodham L.L.P., a full service accounting and consulting firm with offices in West Columbia, Charleston, Greenville and Hartsville, South Carolina announced that Teri M. Payne has joined…
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Pete Harper, CCIM Represented the Landlord in the Renewal of 5,760 SF of Flex Space in Charleston, SC
November 9, 2018
Lee & Associates Charleston and the owners of the West Charleston Business Center want to congratulate RSFH-ATI Physical Therapy on renewing their lease at the West Charleston Business Center located…
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SC Ports achieves record container volume in October
November 8, 2018
South Carolina Ports Authority (SCPA) announced the highest monthly container volume in its history, with 217,035 twenty-foot equivalent container units (TEUs) handled in October. Last month’s record-breaking volumes marked an…
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Veterans and active-duty military ride CARTA, TriCounty Link for free on Veterans Day
November 8, 2018All U.S. armed services veterans and current military personnel can ride Charleston Area Regional Transportation Authority (CARTA) and TriCounty Link services for free on Veterans Day, Sunday, Nov. 11. “Veterans…
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