Kemper Corporation locating new operations in Union County
May 1, 2018
Kemper Corporation, a manufacturer of cargo securement products, announced it is locating production operations in Union County. The project is expected to bring $1.9 million of capital investment and lead…
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Kemper Corporation locating new operations in Union County
May 1, 2018
Kemper Corporation, a manufacturer of cargo securement products, announced it is locating production operations in Union County. The project is expected to bring $1.9 million of capital investment and lead…
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Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd attorneys named in 2018 South Carolina Super Lawyers
May 1, 2018Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd announced that 36 attorneys have been selected to the 2018 South Carolina Super Lawyers® and South Carolina Rising Stars lists. Super Lawyers recognizes attorneys who have distinguished…
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Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd attorneys named in 2018 South Carolina Super Lawyers
May 1, 2018
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd announced that 36 attorneys have been selected to the 2018 South Carolina Super Lawyers® and South Carolina Rising Stars lists. Super Lawyers recognizes attorneys who have distinguished…
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Experience Myrtle Beach’s Oceanfront Views Year-Round with Just the Click of a Button
April 30, 2018
Ever wondered what the weather is like at the beach? Now you can find out in real time without having to make the trip — or even having to go…
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New Charleston Tour Pass Saves Visitors Time, Money and the Headache of Deciding Where to Go, What to Do
April 30, 2018
Visitors and Locals now have the option to save up to 50 percent on some of the area’s best tours, attractions and restaurants. CharlestonTourPass.com is launching just in time for…
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Details for Spoleto Festival USA’s Opening-Night Fête on Bedon’s Alley
April 30, 2018
Kicking off the 2018 season, Spoleto Festival USA’s Opening-Night Fête will take place on May 25 at 8:00pm within the picturesque, brick-lined “South of Broad” street, Bedon’s Alley. For many Festival-goers and…
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College of Charleston MBA program ranked No. 1 in nation for job placement
April 30, 2018
The College of Charleston School of Business MBA program has ranked first in the country for job placement, according to U.S. News & World Report. The College’s accelerated one-year MBA program tied for…
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Spoleto Festival USA’s in-person box office opens May 1
April 30, 2018
Beginning Tuesday, May 1, members of the public can purchase and/or pick up Spoleto Festival USA tickets from knowledgeable box-office agents at the Charleston Gaillard Center, located at 95 Calhoun Street. HOURS:…
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PURE Theatre to Produce Fun Home by Jeanine Tesori, Lisa Kron, & Alison Bechdel and Stages by David Lee Nelson during 2018 Piccolo Spoleto Festival
April 30, 2018
This 2018 Piccolo Spoleto Festival, PURE Theatre is proud to produce the remount of Fun Home by Jeanine Tesori, Lisa Kron and Alison Bechdel, as well as the world premiere…
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Charleston County School District & CCPL join forces for summer reading programs
April 30, 2018
Charleston County Public Library (CCPL) and Charleston County School District (CCSD) are working together to help students and children read more than ever this summer. This joint initiative is part of the Library’s…
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Top Grossing Movies – April 30
April 30, 2018
Theatrical grosses from comScore Week of 04/27/2018 to 05/03/2018 Rank Title Rating Dist Weeks Weekend Locs Weekend Gross Cumulative 1 Avengers: Infinity War PG13 Disney 1 4,474 $257,698,183 $257,698,183…
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Top Grossing Movies – April 30
April 30, 2018
Theatrical grosses from comScore Week of 04/27/2018 to 05/03/2018 Rank Title Rating Dist Weeks Weekend Locs Weekend Gross Cumulative 1 Avengers: Infinity War PG13 Disney 1 4,474 $257,698,183 $257,698,183…
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Frampton Construction grows Charleston office
April 30, 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 Brandon Denney as assistant preconstruction…
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College of Charleston to host Septima Clark historic marker dedication – May 3
April 30, 2018
South Carolina Teaching Fellows Ridgeland Welch and Aly Lain were deep in a discussion about education in the civil rights era during their Foundation of Education class, when educational history professor Jon Hale mentioned that Septima…
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Sure Trac expanding operations in Horry County
April 30, 2018Sure Trac, an existing Horry County manufacturer of high-quality axles, announced plans to expand its operations. The company is projected to bring $2.5 million of capital investment and create approximately…
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Sure Trac expanding operations in Horry County
April 30, 2018Sure Trac, an existing Horry County manufacturer of high-quality axles, announced plans to expand its operations. The company is projected to bring $2.5 million of capital investment and create approximately…
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SC Bar Young Lawyers Division presents major gift to Make-A-Wish and aims to increase 2018 donation
April 30, 2018In 2017, The Young Lawyers Division of the South Carolina Bar made an incredible impact in the lives of local kids battling critical illnesses. Led by a philanthropic committee within…
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Eight Rosen Hagood attorneys recognized on the 2018 South Carolina Super Lawyers and Rising Stars lists
April 30, 2018Rosen Hagood announced that, for the third year in a row, over half of the firm has been selected to the 2018 South Carolina Super Lawyers and Rising Stars lists.…
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First Steps reauthorization a victory for kids
April 30, 2018
Governor McMaster formally signed the reauthorization of South Carolina First Steps, a victory for the children of the Palmetto State. The seven-year reauthorization of First Steps to School Readiness was…
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First Steps reauthorization a victory for kids
April 30, 2018
Governor McMaster formally signed the reauthorization of South Carolina First Steps, a victory for the children of the Palmetto State. The seven-year reauthorization of First Steps to School Readiness was…
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SCDOT unveils workers memorial in Columbia
April 30, 2018The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) on April 27, 2018, unveiled a memorial to honor the men and women who have given their lives in service to SCDOT and…
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SCDOT unveils workers memorial in Columbia
April 30, 2018The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) on April 27, 2018, unveiled a memorial to honor the men and women who have given their lives in service to SCDOT and…
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SEMDA Medtech to showcase over 20 high-impact new technologies, national speakers – May 2-4
April 30, 2018Leading-edge innovators present for recognition, reward at annual gathering of Southeastern who’s who in medical technology, devices and diagnostics At least 23 organizations ranging from start-ups to well-established companies have…
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Fisher Phillips attorneys selected to 2018 Super Lawyers, Rising Stars lists
April 30, 2018Five attorneys with Atlanta-based Fisher Phillips have been selected for the 2018 South Carolina Super Lawyers list, while one of the firm’s attorneys has been selected as a Rising Star.…
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17 Turner Padget attorneys included among South Carolina Super Lawyers for 2018
April 30, 2018
Turner Padget is pleased to announce that 17 of its attorneys have been recognized by South Carolina Super Lawyers for 2018. Ten attorneys from across the firm are included among…
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17 Turner Padget attorneys included among South Carolina Super Lawyers for 2018
April 30, 2018
Turner Padget is pleased to announce that 17 of its attorneys have been recognized by South Carolina Super Lawyers for 2018. Ten attorneys from across the firm are included among…
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BBC’s shark expert one of several headlining guests at 2018 Eco Ball – May 5
April 30, 2018CHARLESTON, S.C. – GLOBAL ECO ADVENTURES’ (GEA) third annual Eco Ball will be held at the South Carolina Aquarium in Charleston, Sat. evening, May 5. Several VIP guests have already…
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BBC’s shark expert one of several headlining guests at 2018 Eco Ball – May 5
April 30, 2018
CHARLESTON, S.C. – GLOBAL ECO ADVENTURES’ (GEA) third annual Eco Ball will be held at the South Carolina Aquarium in Charleston, Sat. evening, May 5. Several VIP guests have already…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz Category: environmental, on-the-move
Eight Rosen Hagood attorneys recognized on the 2018 South Carolina Super Lawyers and Rising Stars lists
April 30, 2018
Rosen Hagood announced that, for the third year in a row, over half of the firm has been selected to the 2018 South Carolina Super Lawyers and Rising Stars lists.…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: law, on-the-move
SC Bar Young Lawyers Division presents major gift to Make-A-Wish and aims to increase 2018 donation
April 30, 2018In 2017, The Young Lawyers Division of the South Carolina Bar made an incredible impact in the lives of local kids battling critical illnesses. Led by a philanthropic committee within…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc Category: non-profit, on-the-move
Fisher Phillips attorneys selected to 2018 Super Lawyers, Rising Stars lists
April 30, 2018
Five attorneys with Atlanta-based Fisher Phillips have been selected for the 2018 South Carolina Super Lawyers list, while one of the firm’s attorneys has been selected as a Rising Star.…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: law, on-the-move
SEMDA Medtech to showcase over 20 high-impact new technologies, national speakers – May 2-4
April 30, 2018
Leading-edge innovators present for recognition, reward at annual gathering of Southeastern who’s who in medical technology, devices and diagnostics At least 23 organizations ranging from start-ups to well-established companies have…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: health-care, on-the-move
Multiple Listing Service of Hilton Head Island helps buyers find greener homes
April 26, 2018
Homebuyers are increasingly becoming more conscious of being green. Things like solar panels, energy-efficient appliances, and water saving and filtration faucets have become standard in many home designs. Now, many…
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Big Brothers Big Sisters 18th Annual Golf Tournament – May 7
April 26, 2018
Presented by McCrady’s Tavern Big Brothers Big Sisters of Carolina Youth Development Center has announced the details for the 18th Annual Golf Tournament presented by McCrady’s Tavern. The tournament will be…
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Big Brothers Big Sisters 18th Annual Golf Tournament – May 7
April 26, 2018
Presented by McCrady’s Tavern Big Brothers Big Sisters of Carolina Youth Development Center has announced the details for the 18th Annual Golf Tournament presented by McCrady’s Tavern. The tournament will be…
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Blackbaud announces David Benjamin as President of International Markets Group
April 26, 2018Blackbaud, the world’s leading cloud software company powering social good, announced that David Benjamin will join the company as Group President leading its International Markets Group (IMG) overseeing Blackbaud’s Europe and Pacific regions. Benjamin…
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Autism rates are rising in the US
April 26, 2018
The Center for Disease Control (CDC) released new autism rates. The previous rate was 1 in 68 in the United States. According to the CDC, 1 in 59 8 year…
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Autism rates are rising in the US
April 26, 2018
The Center for Disease Control (CDC) released new autism rates. The previous rate was 1 in 68 in the United States. According to the CDC, 1 in 59 8 year…
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Charleston student is Poetry Out Loud national champ
April 26, 2018
Janae Claxton of First Baptist Church School in Charleston wins in Washington Last night in Washington, a Charleston student became the first South Carolinian to win the national finals of…
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United Community Banks, Inc. announces first quarter earnings
April 26, 2018
Earnings per diluted share up 42 percent to 47 cents from first quarter 2017 Excluding merger-related and other non-operating charges, diluted operating earnings per share up 28 percent, to 50 cents…
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United Community Banks, Inc. announces first quarter earnings
April 26, 2018
Earnings per diluted share up 42 percent to 47 cents from first quarter 2017 Excluding merger-related and other non-operating charges, diluted operating earnings per share up 28 percent, to 50 cents…
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Whitesides’ Haecherl becomes newest CCSD Teacher of the Year
April 26, 2018
Stephanie Haecherl’s tenth year in education is probably going to be the most memorable of her career thus far. That’s because she was named the 2018 Charleston County School District…
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Southern Current appoints Jon Downey as Chief Executive Officer
April 26, 2018
Southern Current’s Management Committee unanimously votes to appoint Jon Downey as Chief Executive Officer. He will also continue in his current role as President. Jon Downey was instrumental in both the execution and…
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The SC Chapter of the National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors announces 2018 statewide road show: May 16 – 18
April 25, 2018
NAIFA-SC is opening their doors to professionals across the state for their upcoming 2018 Road Show, featuring Bruce Etherington and Dan Finley as the guest speakers. The Road Show will travel…
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Whitesides’ Haecherl becomes newest CCSD Teacher of the Year
April 25, 2018Stephanie Haecherl’s (HECK-ruhl) 10th year in education is probably going to be the most memorable of her career thus far. That’s because she was named the 2018 Charleston County School…
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Colliers Report: Office construction booms
April 25, 2018
Research & Forecast Report Q1-2018 CHARLESTON | OFFICE By Crystal Baker Research Coordinator | South Carolina To download the complete report: 2018 Q1 Office Charleston Report Key Takeaways Approximately 424,703 square feet…
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Zucker Family Graduate Education Center in North Charleston now realizing its vision
April 25, 2018
Galen Helfter sits in front of two giant computer monitors in his corner office on the 14thfloor of Cascade Plaza in Akron, Ohio. The 24-year-old looks out over the landscape…
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Changes to Filing Requirements Effecting Third-Party Placement of H-1B Workers
April 25, 2018
By Rebecca Sigmund and John Hill Through its latest policy memorandum, issued earlier this year, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has formalized additional requirements for H-1B petitions involving off-site employment.…
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Lowcountry Aviation Company launching Colleton County operations
April 25, 2018
Aviation Service Provider Creating 36 New Jobs Lowcountry Aviation Company, a fully-integrated aviation service provider, is launching operations in Colleton County. The company’s $1.7 million investment is projected to create…
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