Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd welcomes four associates across South Carolina
September 10, 2026
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd announced that four associates have joined the firm across three HSB offices. These attorneys will strengthen the firm’s litigation, construction and family law practices. “We are excited…
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LiveOak Fiber enters South Carolina, bringing all-fiber internet to more than 10,000 Bluffton homes and businesses
September 10, 2026
LiveOak Fiber, a regional all-fiber internet service provider, today announced the start of construction on its fiber-optic network in Bluffton, South Carolina. The build extends LiveOak’s Lowcountry network north from…
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Lowcountry Food Bank Foundation makes a donation in honor of Hunger Action Month
September 10, 2026
Lowcountry Food Bank Foundation (LCFBF)(opens in new tab) is thrilled to announce a donation to Lowcountry Food Bank.(opens in new tab) This gift of $75,000 will be used where the Food Bank needs…
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Registration open for Annual Training 2026: strategies, solutions, and inspiration for South Carolina’s changemakers
September 9, 2026
What does it take to create meaningful impact in today’s rapidly changing environment? That question will be at the center of the Protech Annual Training 2026, Presented by Ritedose and…
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The Deadly Silo
September 9, 2026
By Tom Poland I’ve always looked at silos with wonderment. Silos fill me with a sense of mystery. Just how do they work? Then I began to notice nearly all…
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Joseph F. Rice, prominent attorney and longtime USC benefactor, dies at 72
September 9, 2026
Joseph F. “Joe” Rice, a nationally known attorney, University of South Carolina alumnus and philanthropist whose name graces the university’s law school, died Sept. 3. He was 72. University of…
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Jordan Edmisten promoted to Business Development Manager
September 8, 2026
Community Association Management Services (CAMS) announced that Jordan Edmisten has been named Business Development Manager. She joined the Business Development team in 2023 and previously served as Business Development Specialist.…
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East West Partners Charleston announces the completion of Phase III of The Waterfront Daniel Island
September 8, 2026East West Partners, the nationally recognized residential and commercial real estate development firm based in Charleston, South Carolina, announced the completion of The Waterfront Daniel Island’s third collection. Fueled by…
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SC Optometric Physicians elect 2026-2027 board of directors
September 8, 2026The South Carolina Optometric Physicians Association (SCOPA) elected their new board of directors at the Association’s 119th Annual Meeting, held August 20–22, 2026, at The Westin Hilton Head Island Resort…
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My Sister’s House names Ericka Plater as Interim CEO
September 8, 2026
Experienced nonprofit leader brings decades of leadership experience and a deep commitment to mission-driven work My Sister’s House has named Ericka Plater, an executive strategist, certified organizational leadership coach and…
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Help clear South Carolina’s waterways: A call for visionary donors
September 7, 2026
South Carolina’s coastal waters and pristine marshlands face a critical challenge: accumulating marine debris and heavy wreckage that threaten local ecosystems and wildlife. While community volunteer efforts make a meaningful…
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Mark your calendars for maritime fun as community preps for 37th Annual Wooden Boat Show
September 7, 2026
As the calendar flips to September, the hope for cooler temperatures and continued outdoor fun prevails in our historic port city. It’s also a reminder that Georgetown’s premier event, the…
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NAI Charleston facilitates $18 million sale of Upper Peninsula site to City of Charleston
September 3, 2026
NAI Charleston announced the $18 million sale of approximately 2.44 acres, prominently located near the intersection of Huger Street and Morrison Drive on Charleston’s Upper Peninsula. Jack Owens, CCIM of…
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As hurricane season peaks, Charleston County encourages residents to sign up for CHSAlerts
September 3, 2026
As the Lowcountry enters the peak of hurricane season, the Charleston County Emergency Management Department (CCEMD) is encouraging residents to sign up for its emergency notification system, now operating under…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Nick Osborne, Lowcountry Food Bank
September 3, 2026
The LowcountryBizSC, Entrepreneur Minute is an interview in support of the impact that entrepreneurs have on our communities. We will be highlighting diverse group of entrepreneurs, including some incredible innovators…
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SC Secretary of State Mark Hammond invites nominations for 2026 Angel Charities
September 3, 2026
South Carolina Secretary of State Mark Hammond announced that his office will accept nominations of charitable organizations for this year’s Angel Awards. Each year, the Secretary of State honors several…
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“Birds of a Feather” returns to Caw Caw this Fall
September 3, 2026
Calling all nature enthusiasts and social butterflies: Caw Caw Interpretive Center’s next Birds of a Feather event is set for Saturday, September 26! Enjoy an evening of music, food and…
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Charleston County launches public Transportation Sales Tax dashboard detailing nearly $1 billion in road investments
September 2, 2026
Charleston County Government is making it easier for residents to see how existing Transportation Sales Tax dollars are being invested across the community with the launch of a new public dashboard(opens…
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CCSD, Charleston Southern announce direct admission partnership
September 2, 2026
Charleston County School District and Charleston Southern University have launched a direct admission partnership that will give qualifying high school seniors a streamlined path to acceptance at CSU. The program…
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ECCO announces Stephanie M. Kelley Legacy Fund to honor former director’s impact and leadership
September 2, 2026
East Cooper Community Outreach (ECCO) announced the establishment of the Stephanie M. Kelley Legacy Fund, created to honor former Executive Director Stephanie Kelley’s nine years of extraordinary leadership, vision and…
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NAI Charleston brokers sale of ±4.27 acres on Sol Legare Road to Charleston County Parks and Recreation
September 2, 2026
NAI Charleston announced the sale of ±4.27 acres located at 2421 Sol Legare Road in Charleston, South Carolina, to Charleston County Parks and Recreation. NAI Charleston brokers E. David Grubbs and…
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SC Commerce announces new general counsel
September 2, 2026
Patrick Turner to oversee agency’s legal division The South Carolina Department of Commerce (S.C. Commerce) today announced that Patrick Turner has joined the agency as general counsel. Turner will oversee…
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Jackson Station Rhythm & Blues Club
September 2, 2026
By Tom Poland October 1977—April 1990 Where The Music Died Now and then a kind of gravity draws me to an old building. I’m driving south on SC Highway 25…
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Blink Book Review: “Woe Is I” by Patricia O’Conner”
September 2, 2026
By Reba Hull Campbell I’ve been working my way through some new and not-so-new favorite writing books this summer. One I’ve revisited is the latest edition of Patricia T.…
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Mount Pleasant’s largest networking event returns: Build your business at the 16th Annual EXPO
September 1, 2026
Mount Pleasant’s largest networking event is back, bigger than ever, and completely packed out. Presented by Crews Subaru, the 16th Annual Mount Pleasant Chamber of Commerce (MPCC) Business & Community…
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City of Charleston acquires Morrison Drive site to advance Project 3500
September 1, 2026
The 2.44-acre purchase will become roughly 190 mixed-income homes, part of the City’s goal of 3,500 affordable and attainable homes by 2032 The City of Charleston has purchased 899 Morrison Drive,…
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Christ City of Refuge is helping South Carolinians start again
September 1, 2026
For someone trying to rebuild their life after homelessness, addiction, or incarceration, a second chance can depend on things many of us take for granted. A safe place to sleep.…
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College of Charleston Bennett School of Hospitality and Tourism Management announces community wine education course
September 1, 2026
The Bennett School of Hospitality and Tourism Management at the College of Charleston is sharing one of its most popular classes with the community in a new wine education course. Offered in partnership with…
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Jane DO expands to second Charleston location in South Windemere Center
September 1, 2026
NAI Charleston announced the lease of approximately 1,504 square feet of retail space at South Windermere Center, 70 Folly Road(opens in new tab) in Charleston, South Carolina, to Jane DO…
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Gritty Gal Marketing marks three years helping Lowcountry businesses make their marketing match their reputation
September 1, 2026
Charleston-based consultancy celebrates three years of helping business owners build marketing that better reflects the businesses they’ve worked so hard to grow. Three years ago, Jenny Yokoyama started Gritty Gal…
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Windwood Family Services announces Tosha Connors as new Chief Executive Officer
August 31, 2026
Windwood Family Services announced Tosha Connors as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective Connors succeeds Debbie McElvey, who served as Windwood’s CEO for over 28 years. The appointment marks a…
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Huntington Bank opens First Branch in Mount Pleasant
August 31, 2026
The Huntington National Bank (Huntington) announced the opening of its first branch in Mount Pleasant, continuing the expansion of its branch network across South Carolina. The newly built, freestanding branch…
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FEMA announces more than $52 million for South Carolina recovery
August 31, 2026
FEMA announced more than $52 million in funding for 29 recovery and mitigation projects to help South Carolina communities recover from Hurricane Helene and other disasters. This funding is part…
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Boeing renews $100,000 investment in CCSD career exploration
August 27, 2026
Boeing is renewing its support of Charleston County School District students with a second consecutive $100,000 investment aimed at connecting students with advanced manufacturing careers across the Charleston region. The…
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SC Ports strengthens access to South America for shippers
August 27, 2026
South Carolina Ports has expanded shipping capacity between Charleston and key South American markets, offering six weekly services to and from the region. The Port of Charleston’s addition to CMA…
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Treasurer Loftis shatters record with more than $52 million in Unclaimed Property returned
August 27, 2026
State Treasurer Curtis Loftis announced today that South Carolina’s Unclaimed Property Program had a record-breaking year, with the State Treasurer’s Office returning more than $52 million in unclaimed property. “This…
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Remembering Sacks, Wagons, Indians, & Leather
August 27, 2026
By Tom Poland I visited the Bart Garrison Agricultural Museum of South Carolina in Pendleton a few weeks back. If you’re a product of the rural South as I…
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USC Fragile X Collaborative earns national research award for advancing brain health
August 26, 2026
The University of South Carolina’s Fragile X Collaborative received the 2026 National Fragile X Foundation (NFXF) Research Award in recognition of its groundbreaking multidisciplinary research and leadership in advancing the…
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Blink Book Review: “The Book Club for Troublesome Women” by Marie Bostwick
August 26, 2026
By Reba Hull Campbell After my mom died in April, I started culling through random photos, grocery lists, checkbooks and other memorabilia she had tucked in long forgotten boxes.…
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South Carolina Bankers Association supports launch of industry-owned blockchain network
August 25, 2026
Banks of all sizes to be able to safely offer modern payments services, preserving local lending in communities across the country Today, 38 state bankers associations announced the formation of…
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Three Griffin Humphries attorneys recognized in The Best Lawyers in America 2027 edition
August 24, 2026
Three attorneys at Griffin Humphries have been selected for inclusion in the 2027 edition of The Best Lawyers in America®, with all earning recognition for their work as litigators. The…
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We Are Sharing Hope SC hosts 5th Annual Community Health Fair featuring NASCAR driver Joey Gase
August 24, 2026
Free community event held in recognition of National Multicultural Donor Awareness Month We Are Sharing Hope SC (SHSC) hosted its 5th Annual Community Health Fair recently, bringing together residents to…
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NAMI Charleston Area Invites Community to Walk for Mental Health on October 3 at Palmetto Islands County Park
August 24, 2026
NAMI Charleston Area announces the return of its premier annual fundraising event, NAMIWalks 2026, taking place Saturday, October 3, 2026, at Palmetto Islands County Park in Mount Pleasant. The community-wide…
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Palmetto Railways appoints Tarek “T” Ravenel as president and chief executive officer
August 24, 2026
Palmetto Railways, an enterprise agency of the state of South Carolina and a division of the S.C. Department of Commerce, today announced the appointment of Tarek “T” Ravenel as president and chief…
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15 attorneys from Moore & Van Allen’s Charleston office recognized in 2027 Best Lawyers Publications
August 24, 2026
Moore & Van Allen PLLC (MVA) announced that the 2027 edition of The Best Lawyers in America® recognizes 13 Charleston office attorneys, two of whom have been awarded a Best…
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ExecConnect helps regional employers win top executive talent through immersive candidate experiences
August 24, 2026
ExecConnect, a Charleston-based recruitment enhancement firm, is bringing its proven high-touch executive candidate experience to organizations throughout the region. By helping executive candidates and their families build meaningful connections to…
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27 nonprofit leaders named to 2026 Carolina Leadership Seminars class
August 24, 2026
Together SC program equips emerging executive directors with practical leadership skills, trusted peer support, and a statewide network to strengthen their organizations and communities. Together SC announced the 27 nonprofit…
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Global health event highlights South Carolina’s growing role in life sciences
August 23, 2026U.S. Rep. Joe Wilson recognized by the Shot@Life campaign for his longtime leadership in supporting global polio eradication and Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance South Carolina’s growing role in global health…
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Red Moon Rising: Your front-row seat to August’s midnight lunar show
August 21, 2026
Skywatchers in the Eastern Time Zone are in for a celestial treat as a “blood moon”—a deep reddish hue caused by a lunar eclipse—prepares to grace the night sky. Here’s…
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Two at Parker Law Group honored in 2027 “Best Lawyers in America”
August 21, 2026
Two attorneys at Parker Law Group are highlighted in the 2027 edition of Best Lawyers in America® and its companion publication, Best Lawyers®: Ones to Watch in America. Attorney Austin…
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