Clemson University honors former Mayor Joseph P. Riley Jr. with 2018 Ethics in Action Award
February 14, 2018CHARLESTON, S.C. – Clemson University’s Rutland Institute of Ethics honored former Charleston Mayor Joseph P. Riley Jr. with the 2018 Ethics in Action Award Feb. 10. Attendees joined friends and…
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Most Americans unaware of one of the leading causes of blindness among seniors
February 14, 2018The South Carolina Society of Ophthalmology and the American Academy of Ophthalmology reminds the public that a simple eye exam is key to saving sight against Age-Related Macular Degeneration Age-Related…
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Tradewind Energy establishing new solar project in Orangeburg County
February 14, 2018
Development Will Bring Approximately $89 Million Investment Tradewind Energy – one of the largest independent wind and solar project development companies in the U.S. – is launching a new, $89…
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Tradewind Energy establishing new solar project in Orangeburg County
February 14, 2018
Development Will Bring Approximately $89 Million Investment Tradewind Energy – one of the largest independent wind and solar project development companies in the U.S. – is launching a new, $89…
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SCBIO announces Life Sciences Boot Camp on Industry Essentials in Columbia – March 14
February 14, 2018Industry subject matter experts to cover what businesses need to know about state’s fastest-growing industry segment SCBIO will host a half-day program March 14, 2018 – South Carolina Life Sciences…
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DMA Holdings locating new operations in Marion County
February 14, 2018Automotive Parts Distributor Creating 34 New Jobs DMA Holdings, Inc. (DMA), an established supplier to the North American automotive parts aftermarket, is locating new operations in Marion County. With a…
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DMA Holdings locating new operations in Marion County
February 14, 2018Automotive Parts Distributor Creating 34 New Jobs DMA Holdings, Inc. (DMA), an established supplier to the North American automotive parts aftermarket, is locating new operations in Marion County. With a…
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SC Chamber applauds signing of legislation supporting manufacturers
February 14, 2018Pitts: Passage of Bill Represents Unified Effort of Job Creators, Legislature, Governor COLUMBIA, S.C. – South Carolina Chamber leadership released the statements below regarding the Governor’s signing of H.3653, a bill…
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SC Chamber applauds signing of legislation supporting manufacturers
February 14, 2018
Pitts: Passage of Bill Represents Unified Effort of Job Creators, Legislature, Governor COLUMBIA, S.C. – South Carolina Chamber leadership released the statements below regarding the Governor’s signing of H.3653, a bill…
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Gov. Henry McMaster signs H.3653 into law
February 14, 2018
H.3653 Protects South Carolina Businesses, Promotes Investment and Job Creation COLUMBIA, S.C. – Governor Henry McMaster was joined today by members of the business community and members of the General Assembly…
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Gov. Henry McMaster signs H.3653 into law
February 14, 2018
H.3653 Protects South Carolina Businesses, Promotes Investment and Job Creation COLUMBIA, S.C. – Governor Henry McMaster was joined today by members of the business community and members of the General Assembly…
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Most Americans unaware of one of the leading causes of blindness among seniors
February 14, 2018The South Carolina Society of Ophthalmology and the American Academy of Ophthalmology reminds the public that a simple eye exam is key to saving sight against Age-Related Macular Degeneration Age-Related…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: advice, health-care, on-the-move
Clemson University honors former Mayor Joseph P. Riley Jr. with 2018 Ethics in Action Award
February 14, 2018
CHARLESTON, S.C. – Clemson University’s Rutland Institute of Ethics honored former Charleston Mayor Joseph P. Riley Jr. with the 2018 Ethics in Action Award Feb. 10. Attendees joined friends and…
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SCBIO announces Life Sciences Boot Camp on Industry Essentials in Columbia – March 14
February 14, 2018
Industry subject matter experts to cover what businesses need to know about state’s fastest-growing industry segment SCBIO will host a half-day program March 14, 2018 – South Carolina Life Sciences…
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Charleston native brings experience to William Means Real Estate Team
February 13, 2018
Charleston native Grace Perry Daughtridge has joined the team of agents at William Means Real Estate, one of the oldest real estate companies in Charleston and an exclusive affiliate of Christie’s…
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Horry County Department of Airports January 2018 passenger volumes up 18%
February 13, 2018
During January 2018, a total of 80,377 passengers passed through the Myrtle Beach International Airport (MYR), an increase of 18.1-percent compared to January 2017. At MYR, total passenger traffic in…
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Charleston entrepreneur pens guide to cure Lifestyle Deficit Disorder
February 13, 2018
Most entrepreneurs suffer from Lifestyle Deficit Disorder — they’re exhausted, stressed, overworked, and only give their loved ones the leftovers of their energy and time. Charleston entrepreneur Cokie Berenyi’s new…
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Clemson Extension announces spring Master Pond Manager course
February 13, 2018
Registration is under way for Clemson Extension’s Spring 2018 Master Pond Manager program, which will run online from late March through May, with field days held in the Charleston area…
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CBRE facilitates sale of 125,822sf Faber Plaza in North Charleston for $36.4 million
February 13, 2018CBRE Capital Markets has arranged the sale of Faber Plaza, a 125,822-sq.-ft. Class A office asset located at 4400 Leeds Avenue in Charleston, SC. Hall Capital acquired the 5-story property…
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CBRE executes sale of 201,500sf Foxbank Industrial Park in Charleston Metro
February 13, 2018CBRE Capital Markets has facilitated the sale of Foxbank Industrial Park, a 201,500-sq.-ft. manufacturing and distribution facility in Moncks Corner, just north of Charleston, SC. Located at 2550 U.S. Highway…
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CBRE executes sale of 201,500sf Foxbank Industrial Park in Charleston Metro
February 13, 2018
CBRE Capital Markets has facilitated the sale of Foxbank Industrial Park, a 201,500-sq.-ft. manufacturing and distribution facility in Moncks Corner, just north of Charleston, SC. Located at 2550 U.S. Highway…
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CBRE facilitates sale of 125,822sf Faber Plaza in North Charleston for $36.4 million
February 13, 2018
CBRE Capital Markets has arranged the sale of Faber Plaza, a 125,822-sq.-ft. Class A office asset located at 4400 Leeds Avenue in Charleston, SC. Hall Capital acquired the 5-story property…
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Bob Nuttall represented the tenant in the lease of 2,441 SF of medical office space in Charleston, SC
February 12, 2018
Lee & Associates Charleston’s Bob Nuttall represented the Tenant, Lowcountry Pediatrics and Adult Medicine LLC in the lease of 2,441 SF of Medical Office Space located at 1483 Tobias Gadson…
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Jack Owens with Lee & Associates Charleston honored with 2017 Charleston Commercial Realtor of the Year Award
February 12, 2018
Lee & Associates Charleston announced that Jack Owens, CCIM, received the 2017 Commercial REALTOR® of the Year award. The Charleston Trident Association of REALTORS® (CTAR) honors one commercial REALTOR® each year…
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Summit Worx completes Mobile Command and Communications Center project for Mt Pleasant Police Department
February 12, 2018
Summit Worx, a leading provider of flexible and robust mission solutions for Federal, State, and Local government agencies as well as commercial entities, recently completed a project for the Town…
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Congressman Clyburn breaks ground at South Carolina Water Project Extension
February 12, 2018
Assistant Democratic Leader James E. Clyburn issued the following statement on the groundbreaking of the Dorchester Reach of the Lake Marion Regional Water Agency. The Dorchester Reach is the latest…
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CresCom Bank welcomes Erik Gray as Commercial Loan Officer and Vice President
February 12, 2018
CresCom Bank, a leading community bank in North and South Carolina, is pleased to introduce Erik Gray as a commercial loan office and vice president. Based at the Wilmington branch, Gray…
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CresCom Bank welcomes Cindy Register as Branch Manager and Assistant Vice President
February 12, 2018
CresCom Bank, a leading community bank in North and South Carolina, is pleased to introduce Cindy Register to the CresCom Bank team as branch manager and assistant vice president. In her…
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Charleston District’s Civil Works Program for Fiscal Year 2019
February 12, 2018
The White House released the President’s Budget for fiscal year 2019, which included approximately $29 million for the District’s Civil Works program. This budget represents a continuing, fiscally prudent investment…
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Coastal Structures Corporations provides insight on the benefits of using specialty concrete for a wide range of projects
February 12, 2018
At Coastal Structures, we always strive to provide excellent services to our clients, including specialty services that many other construction companies cannot provide. With benefits like longevity, high performance and…
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Top Grossing Movies – February 12
February 12, 2018
Week of 02/09/2018 to 02/15/2018 Rank Title Rating Distributor Weeks Weekend Locs Weekend Gross Cumulative 1 Fifty Shades Freed R Universal 1 3,768 $38,560,195 $38,560,195 2 Peter Rabbit PG Sony…
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Top Grossing Movies – February 12
February 12, 2018
Week of 02/09/2018 to 02/15/2018 Rank Title Rating Distributor Weeks Weekend Locs Weekend Gross Cumulative 1 Fifty Shades Freed R Universal 1 3,768 $38,560,195 $38,560,195 2 Peter Rabbit PG Sony…
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ABC News 4’s Bill Burr to Emcee Thursday’s Higher Education Town Hall
February 12, 2018
The South Carolina Commission on Higher Education (CHE) announced today that it will hold a town hall forum for parents, students, educators, elected officials, and members of the general public…
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MUSC trustees hear of progress in diversity and inclusion, philanthropy and research
February 12, 2018The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) and Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA) Board of Trustees held their regular scheduled meeting, focusing on progress reports for the academic, research and…
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Summit Worx completes mobile command and communications center project for Mt. Pleasant Police Department
February 12, 2018
Summit Worx, a leading provider of flexible and robust mission solutions for Federal, State, and Local government agencies as well as commercial entities, recently completed a project for the Town…
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Jack Owens with Lee and Associates Charleston honored with 2017 Charleston Commercial Realtor of the Year award
February 12, 2018
LEE & ASSOCIATES CHARLESTON announced that Jack Owens, CCIM, received the 2017 Commercial REALTOR® of the Year award. The Charleston Trident Association of REALTORS® (CTAR) honors one commercial REALTOR® each…
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Real estate veterans launch new development company
February 11, 2018Two of the region’s most experienced commercial real estate professionals, Bill Owen and Kevin Werner, have partnered to form Magnus Development Partners, LLC, a new real estate development company headquartered…
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ABC of the Carolinas announces 2018 Board of Directors
February 11, 2018ABC of the Carolinas is pleased to announce its 2018 Board of Directors. Five board members are based in South Carolina with the remainder located in North Carolina. Casie Sears…
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SC Asphalt Pavement Association presents pavement awards
February 11, 2018
The South Carolina Asphalt Pavement Association recently presented awards for Green Construction, Innovative Pavement, Project Delivery, and Quality Pavements at its annual Winter Conference, held on January 30, 2018, at…
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SC Asphalt Pavement Association presents pavement awards
February 11, 2018
The South Carolina Asphalt Pavement Association recently presented awards for Green Construction, Innovative Pavement, Project Delivery, and Quality Pavements at its annual Winter Conference, held on January 30, 2018, at…
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United Community Banks, Inc. announces quarterly cash dividend increase
February 11, 2018
United Community Banks, Inc. (NASDAQ:UCBI), reported that its Board of Directors approved an increase of its regular quarterly cash dividend to $0.12 per common share. The dividend is payable April 5,…
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United Community Banks, Inc. announces quarterly cash dividend increase
February 11, 2018
United Community Banks, Inc. (NASDAQ:UCBI), reported that its Board of Directors approved an increase of its regular quarterly cash dividend to $0.12 per common share. The dividend is payable April 5,…
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Real estate veterans launch new development company
February 11, 2018
Two of the region’s most experienced commercial real estate professionals, Bill Owen and Kevin Werner, have partnered to form Magnus Development Partners, LLC, a new real estate development company headquartered…
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ABC of the Carolinas announces 2018 Board of Directors
February 11, 2018
ABC of the Carolinas is pleased to announce its 2018 Board of Directors. Five board members are based in South Carolina with the remainder located in North Carolina. Casie Sears…
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Wallick Investments’ Fidelis separate account receives 5-star Overall Morningstar RatingTM
February 9, 2018Wallick Investments, LLC’s Fidelis composite received a 5-star Overall Morningstar RatingTM among 398 large-cap value products as of December 31, 2017 – Morningstars’ highest rating for risk-adjusted performance. This is…
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Trinity Capital Advisors and Durlach Associates sell Charleston’s Faber Plaza to Hall Capital
February 9, 2018
Trinity Capital Advisors and Durlach Associates recently closed the sale of Faber Plaza at 4400 Leeds Avenue in Charleston, South Carolina, to a partnership including Hall Capital and Durlach Associates…
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Wallick Investments’ Fidelis separate account receives 5-star Overall Morningstar RatingTM
February 9, 2018
Wallick Investments, LLC’s Fidelis composite received a 5-star Overall Morningstar RatingTM among 398 large-cap value products as of December 31, 2017 – Morningstars’ highest rating for risk-adjusted performance. This is…
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Ryan Welch and Milton Thomas represented the landlord in the lease of 50,000 SF of industrial space in Charleston, SC
February 8, 2018Ryan Welch, SIOR and Milton Thomas, III, CCIM, SIOR of Lee & Associates Charleston represented the Landlord, Charleston Regional Investments, LLC in the lease of 50,000 SF of Industrial space…
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SC Council on Competitiveness brings on new communications team
February 8, 2018The South Carolina Council on Competitiveness has hired Kaela Harmon as its Communications Manager and Tiffany Jones as its Communications Coordinator. Kaela joins the Council with 15 years of experience…
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MUSC agreement with Tri-County Technical College
February 8, 2018Tri-County Technical College signed an articulation agreement with the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) giving Associate Degree Nursing graduates a pathway to enter MUSC’s RN-BSN program at a 20%…
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