Touchpoint Communications’ founder Colleen Troy named Marketer of the Year
April 4, 2018
Colleen Troy, founder of Touchpoint Communications, has been named Marketer of the Year by the Charleston chapter of American Marketing Association. The Spark! Awards celebrate creative and marketing excellence in…
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Emser Tile opens newest showroom in Charleston area
April 4, 2018Emser Tile, the leading designer, marketer and producer of the world’s finest tile and natural stone, joins the Charleston, South Carolina, community with the opening of its 74th showroom and…
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Gov. Henry McMaster statement on H.4376, Santee Cooper Reform Bill
April 3, 2018
Governor Henry McMaster released the following statement on the S.C. House of Representatives passing H.4376, a bill that, among other things, reforms the structure of Santee Cooper’s Board of Directors…
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Universal Forest Products to open new facility in Orangeburg County
April 3, 2018
Manufacturing Plant to Create Approximately 120 New Jobs Over the Next Several Years Gov. Henry McMaster and the S.C. Department of Commerce announced that Universal Forest Products, a provider of…
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Richard Eckstrom honored by national comptrollers group
April 3, 2018S.C. Comptroller Richard Eckstrom has been honored for leadership in the field of governmental accounting and financial reporting. . The National Association of State Comptrollers (NASC) recently presented Eckstrom with…
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New members join Multiple Listing Service of Hilton Head Island
April 3, 2018Multiple Listing Service of Hilton Head Island (HHIMLS) is growing. Six offices and 36 individuals joined the organization since December. The offices are Homesfinder Realty Group and Lubkin Appraisal Service,…
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Emser Tile opens newest showroom in Charleston area
April 3, 2018Emser Tile, the leading designer, marketer and producer of the world’s finest tile and natural stone, joins the Charleston, South Carolina, community with the opening of its 74th showroom and…
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Southeastern receives Echo Global Logistics’ 2017 Regional Carrier Award
April 3, 2018Southeastern Freight Lines, a leading provider of regional less-than-truckload (LTL) transportation services, has received the 2017 Echo Global Logistics Platinum Award for Outstanding Regional LTL Carriers’ Service. Echo recognized Southeastern…
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Top Grossing Movies – April 2
April 2, 2018
Theatrical grosses from comScore Week of 03/30/2018 to 04/05/2018 Rank Title Rating Distributor Weeks Weekend Locs Weekend Gross Cumulative 1 Ready Player One PG13 Warner Bros. 1 4,234 $41,764,050…
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United Community Banks, Inc. announces CEO succession plan
April 2, 2018
United Community Banks, Inc. announced that, after almost 35 years of service, its Chief Executive Officer, Jimmy Tallent, will retire from his current position effective June 30, 2018. Mr. Tallent will…
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Applications Open for 2018 Summer Youth Employment Program
April 2, 2018
The city of Charleston is currently accepting applications from high school and college students ages 15-22 for the 2018 Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP). Accepted students will work 20 hours…
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2nd Sunday Announces Monthly Sunset Sail
April 2, 2018The Charleston Peninsula Preservation Trust, the group producing 2nd Sunday on King Street, announced today that fans of the event can board the three-masted Tall Ship Schooner Pride at 6 p.m. for a relaxing…
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City of Charleston Offers Special Event Parking Garage Rate for Cooper River Bridge Run Participants
April 2, 2018
The City of Charleston will offer a special event flat parking rate of $5 for Cooper River Bridge Run participants at three downtown parking garages beginning at 5 p.m., Friday, April 6,…
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International Film Festival celebrates thirteenth year
April 2, 2018The 13th Annual Myrtle Beach International Film Festival (MBIFF), billed as “The East Coast’s answer to the Sundance Film Festival”, has set this year’s Festival dates for April 16-21, 2018. Winner of…
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International Film Festival celebrates thirteenth year
April 2, 2018The 13th Annual Myrtle Beach International Film Festival (MBIFF), billed as “The East Coast’s answer to the Sundance Film Festival”, has set this year’s Festival dates for April 16-21, 2018. Winner of…
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Thomas G. Buist, Jr., SIOR Represented the Landlord in the Lease of 20,268 SF of Industrial Space in North Charleston
April 2, 2018Thomas G. Buist, Jr., SIOR represented the Landlord, Rodenberg Properties, Ltd. in the Lease Renewal of 20,268 SF of Industrial Space located at 4567 Piggly Wiggly Drive in North Charleston, SC. The Tenant,…
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Three from Sea Island, Georgia join the RBC Heritage field
April 2, 2018
Brian Harman, Chris Kirk and Hudson Swafford are joining fellow Sea Island residents and past champions Matt Kuchar and Davis Love III at the 50th annual RBC Heritage Presented by…
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CofC’s Charleston Miracle Raises Over $115K for Children’s Hospital
April 2, 2018Charleston Miracle (previously known as Dance Marathon) raised over $115,000 for the campaign for the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) Shawn Jenkins Children’s Hospital at its inaugural CougarThon event earlier…
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Mayor Tecklenburg announces selection of Daniel Curia as Charleston Fire Chief
April 2, 2018
Today, alongside members of City Council and community leaders, Charleston Mayor John Tecklenburg announced the selection of Daniel Curia as the new chief of the city of Charleston Fire Department.…
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Carolina One recruits 3 new associates
April 2, 2018Carolina One Real Estate has signed three new Sales Associates at two of the Company’s 11 Lowcountry offices. Linda Cable, Elick Norsworthy and Lauren Skoog are the newest additions to metro…
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Make a Call to 811 Part of Your Springtime Plans
April 2, 2018
Calling 811 before digging can prevent underground utility damage and keep communities safe As April marks the traditional start of construction activity and outdoor projects, utilities across the nation observe…
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Make a Call to 811 Part of Your Springtime Plans
April 2, 2018
Calling 811 before digging can prevent underground utility damage and keep communities safe As April marks the traditional start of construction activity and outdoor projects, utilities across the nation observe…
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Topgolf breaks ground in Myrtle Beach
April 2, 2018
Global sports entertainment leader Topgolf® has officially broken ground in Myrtle Beach. The 55,000-square-foot venue is expected to open to the public in early 2019. “We’re honored that Topgolf has selected Myrtle Beach for another South Carolina…
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Topgolf breaks ground in Myrtle Beach
April 2, 2018
Global sports entertainment leader Topgolf® has officially broken ground in Myrtle Beach. The 55,000-square-foot venue is expected to open to the public in early 2019. “We’re honored that Topgolf has selected Myrtle Beach for another South Carolina…
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LS3P wins four awards for design excellence
April 2, 2018. LS3P was honored with four awards at the 2018 Carolinas Chapter of the American Society of Interior Designers (ASID) Design Excellence Awards Gala. This annual event was held on…
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Piccolo to lead Trident Technical College Foundation, serve as development VP
April 2, 2018Trident Technical College has named Lisa Piccolo vice president for development and executive director of the Trident Technical College Foundation. Piccolo oversees the college’s development office, which is responsible for…
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Cantina 76 expands to Mount Pleasant, 5th location for S.C.-based restaurant
April 2, 2018Independently owned, Mexican-inspired taqueria and bar Cantina 76 will open its fifth full-service location in Mount Pleasant. This is the South Carolina-based restaurant group’s second location in the Lowcountry, following…
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701 CCA Presents: Columbia Open Studios, April 7-8, Free Weekend-Long Tour of 70 Local Artists’ Workspaces
April 2, 2018Discover the Midlands’ vibrant art scene for free during the eighth annual Columbia Open Studios tour, presented by 701 Center for Contemporary Art (701 CCA), Saturday, April 7 [10 a.m.…
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WREN Annual Summit – April 9-10
April 2, 2018When: April 9-10, 2018 Where: Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center & USC Alumni Center WREN (Women’s Rights & Empowerment Network) will be hosting their 2nd Annual WREN Summit. The theme of this…
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WREN Annual Summit – April 9-10
April 2, 2018When: April 9-10, 2018 Where: Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center & USC Alumni Center WREN (Women’s Rights & Empowerment Network) will be hosting their 2nd Annual WREN Summit. The theme of this…
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Low Country Case & Millwork expanding its operations in Charleston County
April 2, 2018
Facility Expansion to Bring $7 Million of Capital Investment Low Country Case & Millwork (LCCM), a manufacturer and installer of commercial casework and millwork, is expanding its existing Charleston County…
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Low Country Case & Millwork expanding its operations in Charleston County
April 2, 2018
Facility Expansion to Bring $7 Million of Capital Investment Low Country Case & Millwork (LCCM), a manufacturer and installer of commercial casework and millwork, is expanding its existing Charleston County…
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Six with ties to the Palmetto State commit to RBC Heritage
April 2, 2018
Scott Brown, Lucas Glover, Bill Haas, Kevin Kisner, Ben Martin and William McGirt are joining fellow South Carolinian and defending champion Wesley Bryan at the 50th annual RBC Heritage Presented…
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Six with ties to the Palmetto State commit to RBC Heritage
April 2, 2018
Scott Brown, Lucas Glover, Bill Haas, Kevin Kisner, Ben Martin and William McGirt are joining fellow South Carolinian and defending champion Wesley Bryan at the 50th annual RBC Heritage Presented…
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Sonoco welcomes Robert C. Tiede as President and CEO
April 2, 2018
Sonoco, one of the largest diversified global packaging companies, announced the start of Robert C. Tiede’s tenure as the new President and CEO of Sonoco. Tiede replaces the retiring Jack…
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Sonoco welcomes Robert C. Tiede as President and CEO
April 2, 2018
Sonoco, one of the largest diversified global packaging companies, announced the start of Robert C. Tiede’s tenure as the new President and CEO of Sonoco. Tiede replaces the retiring Jack…
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701 CCA Presents: Columbia Open Studios, April 7-8, Free Weekend-Long Tour of 70 Local Artists’ Workspaces
April 2, 2018
Discover the Midlands’ vibrant art scene for free during the eighth annual Columbia Open Studios tour, presented by 701 Center for Contemporary Art (701 CCA), Saturday, April 7 [10 a.m.…
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Cantina 76 expands to Mount Pleasant, 5th location for S.C.-based restaurant
April 2, 2018
Independently owned, Mexican-inspired taqueria and bar Cantina 76 will open its fifth full-service location in Mount Pleasant. This is the South Carolina-based restaurant group’s second location in the Lowcountry, following…
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LS3P wins four awards for design excellence
April 2, 2018. LS3P was honored with four awards at the 2018 Carolinas Chapter of the American Society of Interior Designers (ASID) Design Excellence Awards Gala. This annual event was held on…
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Piccolo to lead Trident Technical College Foundation, serve as development VP
April 2, 2018
Trident Technical College has named Lisa Piccolo vice president for development and executive director of the Trident Technical College Foundation. Piccolo oversees the college’s development office, which is responsible for…
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Annual AIA South Carolina Design Conference, “Community: By Design,” to take place in Lake City, S.C. brings famed Hip Hop Architect, Michael Ford, Assoc. AIA
March 30, 2018Conference is Teaming Up with the South’s Most Engaging Art Competition and Festival, ArtFields The American Institute of Architects’ South Carolina Chapter (AIA SC), is excited to share that this…
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Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce welcomes Nectar Sunglasses
March 30, 2018
Nectar Sunglasses held its ribbon-cutting ceremony for its office and distribution center on Thursday, March 23, 2018 as a new member of the Chamber. Representatives from the Charleston…
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Hendrick Automotive Group and Lowcountry Food Bank Spring Meal Packing Event will feed 850 families for Easter
March 30, 2018
Hendrick Automotive Group & the Lowcountry Food Bank (LCFB) conducted a Spring Meal Packing Event this morning at the LCFB. Volunteers from Charleston & North Charleston Hendrick Automotive Group Dealerships…
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Hilton Garden Inn Charleston/Mt. Pleasant recognized by brand for exceptional service in 2017
March 30, 2018Hilton Garden Inn Charleston/Mt. Pleasant was recently recognized by the brand with three top awards for their 2017 achievements. The hotel won a Hotel Success Award, General…
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Annual AIA South Carolina Design Conference, “Community: By Design,” to take place in Lake City, S.C. brings famed Hip Hop Architect, Michael Ford, Assoc. AIA
March 30, 2018Conference is Teaming Up with the South’s Most Engaging Art Competition and Festival, ArtFields The American Institute of Architects’ South Carolina Chapter (AIA SC), is excited to share that this…
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Life Cycle Engineering Receives Silver ESOP Award
March 29, 2018
There are approximately 7,000 active Employee Stock Ownership Plans (ESOPs) in the United States, covering roughly 14 million employees. These employees receive a valuable benefit: an ownership interest in the…
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The Charleston Symphony Orchestra announces its 2018-2019 season
March 29, 2018
As part of an ongoing effort to increase accessibility to the Charleston community, the CSO has lowered its base-level ticket price for Masterworks and Pops concerts for the 2018-2019 season.…
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Cantina 76 expands to Mount Pleasant, 5th location for S.C.-based restaurant
March 29, 2018
Independently owned, Mexican-inspired taqueria and bar Cantina 76 will open its fifth full-service location in Mount Pleasant. This is the South Carolina-based restaurant group’s second location in the Lowcountry, following…
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TD launches The Ready Commitment to open doors for an inclusive tomorrow
March 29, 2018
TD launched The Ready Commitment, a new multi-year program to help individuals and communities prosper. As part of The Ready Commitment, TD will target CDN $1 billion (US $775 million)…
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Explore Charleston announces the promotion of Marc Gibson and creation of Heart for Hospitality
March 29, 2018
Explore Charleston is pleased to announce the promotion of Marc Gibson to Director of Inclusion & Engagement. As Explore Charleston continues to grow in the field of Workforce Development with…
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