South Carolina’s annual Sales Tax Holiday is August 4-6
June 12, 2017
South Carolina’s popular Sales Tax Holiday weekend will kick off Friday, August 4 and run through Sunday, August 6. During the annual Sales Tax Holiday, a variety of approved school…
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South Carolina’s annual Sales Tax Holiday is August 4-6
June 12, 2017
South Carolina’s popular Sales Tax Holiday weekend will kick off Friday, August 4 and run through Sunday, August 6. During the annual Sales Tax Holiday, a variety of approved school…
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Top Grossing Movies – June 12
June 12, 2017
Theatrical grosses from comScore Week of 06/09/2017 to 06/15/2017 Rank Title Rating Distributor Weeks Weekend Locs Weekend Gross Cumulative 1 Wonder Woman PG13 Warner Bros. 2 4,165 $58,520,672 $206,343,175…
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Top Grossing Movies – June 12
June 12, 2017
Theatrical grosses from comScore Week of 06/09/2017 to 06/15/2017 Rank Title Rating Distributor Weeks Weekend Locs Weekend Gross Cumulative 1 Wonder Woman PG13 Warner Bros. 2 4,165 $58,520,672 $206,343,175…
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BCD Council of Governments invites public to help update regional Long-Range Transportation Plan
June 12, 2017The Berkeley-Charleston-Dorchester Council of Governments (BCDOG) is currently developing the region’s 2040 Long-Range Transportation Plan (LRTP) – and the agency is seeking public input in doing so. The federally mandated…
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Leah G. Johnson receives National Peer Excellence Award
June 12, 2017Leah G. Johnson, assistant executive director of the South Carolina Bar, has been named the recipient of the National Association of Bar Executives 2017 Peer Excellence Award. The award is…
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Graham urges Trump Administration to not return diplomatic compounds to Russia
June 12, 2017
U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) urged the Trump Administration not to return two diplomatic compounds in the United States to Russia. Intelligence reports indicate that the two compounds —…
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Graham urges Trump Administration to not return diplomatic compounds to Russia
June 12, 2017
U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) urged the Trump Administration not to return two diplomatic compounds in the United States to Russia. Intelligence reports indicate that the two compounds —…
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SC Ports achieves record May container volume
June 12, 2017
South Carolina Ports Authority announced the highest May container volume in its history, pushing fiscal year-to-date volumes past the Port’s total FY2016 volume with one month still remaining in the…
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SC Ports achieves record May container volume
June 12, 2017
South Carolina Ports Authority announced the highest May container volume in its history, pushing fiscal year-to-date volumes past the Port’s total FY2016 volume with one month still remaining in the…
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Boy Scouts of America Coastal Carolina Council raise $55,000 during annual golf fundraiser
June 12, 2017The Boy Scouts of America Coastal Carolina Council held its annual Select Heath of SC Tenderfoot Golf Tournament on May 15th at Kiawah Island Club’s River Course. The 37th annual…
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South Carolina Commissioner of Agriculture participates in White House Infrastructure Summit
June 12, 2017Hugh Weathers with U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue On Thursday, June 8, 2017, South Carolina Commissioner of Agriculture Hugh Weathers represented farmers and rural America at the White House…
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South Carolina Commissioner of Agriculture participates in White House Infrastructure Summit
June 12, 2017Hugh Weathers with U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue On Thursday, June 8, 2017, South Carolina Commissioner of Agriculture Hugh Weathers represented farmers and rural America at the White House…
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Avison Young Charleston commercial real estate transactions
June 12, 2017
06/05/2017 Avison Young commercial real estate is pleased to announce that Jeremy Willits and Gerry Schauer, CCIM represented the landlord, Trident United Way in the lease of a 759 sf…
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Leah G. Johnson receives National Peer Excellence Award
June 12, 2017
Leah G. Johnson, assistant executive director of the South Carolina Bar, has been named the recipient of the National Association of Bar Executives 2017 Peer Excellence Award. The award is…
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BCD Council of Governments invites public to help update regional Long-Range Transportation Plan
June 12, 2017
The Berkeley-Charleston-Dorchester Council of Governments (BCDOG) is currently developing the region’s 2040 Long-Range Transportation Plan (LRTP) – and the agency is seeking public input in doing so. The federally mandated…
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Salute from the Shore to feature ‘Air Parade’ of F-16s and other military aircraft flyover of South Carolina’s coast on July fourth
June 9, 2017
Salute from the Shore, a 501(c)3 organization, was founded in 2010 by patriotic South Carolinians to honor our armed forces on Independence Day. Every year on July Fourth, hundreds of…
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Salute from the Shore to feature ‘Air Parade’ of F-16s and other military aircraft flyover of South Carolina’s coast on July fourth
June 9, 2017
Salute from the Shore, a 501(c)3 organization, was founded in 2010 by patriotic South Carolinians to honor our armed forces on Independence Day. Every year on July Fourth, hundreds of…
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Graham Flanary joins Charleston Grill team as Dining Room Manager
June 8, 2017The Charleston Grill recently announced the appointment of Graham Flanary to the position of Dining Room Manager. Graham was born and raised in Knoxville Tennessee. He originally started working in…
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The Citadel to host the Huge Foundation’s 2017 pitch competition
June 8, 2017The Tommy and Victoria Baker School of Business will host the third annual Network Globally, Act Locally (NGAL) pitch competition in June. The event is sponsored by the Harry and…
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Ziff Properties closes multiple-property transaction
June 8, 2017Ziff Properties, Inc. today announced the disposition of Saint Andrews Shopping Center in Columbia, SC and Cedar Springs Shopping Center in Spartanburg, SC. The retail properties sold to a private…
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North American Properties (NAP) cancels planned development on Laurel Island
June 8, 2017
North American Properties (NAP) announced recently that it is no longer pursuing the Lorelei project. First announced in May 2016, NAP planned to transform 160 acres of waterfront property into…
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CHS sees nearly 7 percent growth so far in 2017
June 8, 2017
More Lowcountry residents are flying out of Charleston International Airport so far in 2017, and the increase comes during what is usually a slower travel period. Between Jan. 1 and April…
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City of Charleston Summer Camp to include Reading Partners curriculum
June 8, 2017
The City of Charleston Recreation Department’s summer camp at the Arthur W. Christopher Community Center (AWCCC) began with a new pilot program featuring a specialized Reading Partners curriculum. During the…
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Magnolia encourages blood donations with free admission coupon
June 8, 2017
Magnolia Plantation and Gardens is partnering with the American Red Cross to encourage blood donations in June by offering free garden admission to America’s oldest garden. Give blood or…
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Kathy ‘kp’ Papadimitriou appointed new CEO of Ronald McDonald House Charities of Charleston
June 8, 2017
CHARLESTON, SC – The Ronald McDonald House Charities of Charleston announces that the Board of Directors has appointed Kathy ‘kp’ Papadimitriou as Chief Executive Officer effective May 30, 2017. ‘kp’…
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Now accepting nominations for next class of Liberty Fellows
June 8, 2017
Nominations are being accepted through July 1 for the Liberty Fellowship Class of 2019. Eligible candidates must meet the following criteria: South Carolina resident Age 30 — 45 Leader with…
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Now accepting nominations for next class of Liberty Fellows
June 8, 2017
Nominations are being accepted through July 1 for the Liberty Fellowship Class of 2019. Eligible candidates must meet the following criteria: South Carolina resident Age 30 — 45 Leader with…
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The Citadel to host the Huge Foundation’s 2017 pitch competition
June 8, 2017The Tommy and Victoria Baker School of Business will host the third annual Network Globally, Act Locally (NGAL) pitch competition in June. The event is sponsored by the Harry and…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc Category: education, on-the-move
Ziff Properties closes multiple-property transaction
June 8, 2017
Ziff Properties, Inc. today announced the disposition of Saint Andrews Shopping Center in Columbia, SC and Cedar Springs Shopping Center in Spartanburg, SC. The retail properties sold to a private…
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Graham Flanary joins Charleston Grill team as Dining Room Manager
June 8, 2017
The Charleston Grill recently announced the appointment of Graham Flanary to the position of Dining Room Manager. Graham was born and raised in Knoxville Tennessee. He originally started working in…
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Protego expanding operations in Charleston County
June 7, 2017
CHARLESTON COUNTY, SC – Protego, a global manufacturer of tank and flammable vapor processing safety equipment, is expanding its South Carolina presence by establishing a new facility in North Charleston,…
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Protego expanding operations in Charleston County
June 7, 2017
CHARLESTON COUNTY, SC – Protego, a global manufacturer of tank and flammable vapor processing safety equipment, is expanding its South Carolina presence by establishing a new facility in North Charleston,…
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Parents advocating for better schools get stronger voice with unveiling of Charleston RISE
June 7, 2017
Charleston County parents who feel passionately about working for better quality schools have a new resource. Charleston RISE, a new parent education advocacy group, was unveiled at an event in…
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Dominion Energy supports novel scientific research at the Avian Conservation Center
June 6, 2017
The Avian Conservation Center/Center for Birds of Prey announced today a $5,000 environmental education and stewardship grant from the Dominion Energy Charitable Foundation for the 2017 Coastal Raptor Migration Technology…
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Leaders in U.S. economy say “We Are Still In’ on Paris Climate Agreement
June 6, 2017WASHINGTON, DC – A grand total of 1,219 governors, mayors, businesses, investors, and colleges and universities from across the U.S. or with significant operations in the U.S., representing the broadest…
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Leaders in U.S. economy say “We Are Still In’ on Paris Climate Agreement
June 6, 2017WASHINGTON, DC – A grand total of 1,219 governors, mayors, businesses, investors, and colleges and universities from across the U.S. or with significant operations in the U.S., representing the broadest…
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City of Charleston statement about Laurel Island
June 6, 2017
City of Charleston director of Planning, Preservation and Sustainability Jacob Lindsey released the following statement about North American Properties’ decision to withdraw its plans to create a large-scale, mixed…
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Beaufort, SC selects FerebeeLane as agency
June 6, 2017
FerebeeLane (FL), a full-service marketing and branding agency, was selected by the Beaufort Regional Chamber of Commerce to handle the area’s strategic marketing efforts, including the creative conception of all…
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Tim Judge named General Manager of three Hutson Alley restaurants
June 6, 2017
Hutson Alley restaurants Vincent Chicco’s, Michael’s on the Alley and cocktail lounge The Victor Social Club are pleased to announce the hiring of Tim Judge as General Manager. Arriving with…
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Smith Moore Leatherwood welcomes attorney Kristin Gutting
June 6, 2017
Smith Moore Leatherwood LLP announced the addition of attorney Kristin Gutting. Gutting will be working with the firm’s tax group in the Charleston, S.C. and Atlanta, Ga. offices. Gutting represents…
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Summers Corner recognized for conservation efforts by Audubon SC
June 6, 2017Audubon South Carolina (ASC) has recognized Summers Corner, a residential community, for its bird-friendly conservation efforts. The ASC’s new recognition program – Climate Resilient and Bird Friendly Communities – celebrates…
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Smith Moore Leatherwood welcomes attorney Kristin Gutting
June 5, 2017Smith Moore Leatherwood LLP announced the addition of attorney Kristin Gutting. Gutting will be working with the firm’s tax group in the Charleston, S.C. and Atlanta, Ga. offices. Gutting represents…
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Tim Judge named General Manager of three Hutson Alley restaurants
June 5, 2017Hutson Alley restaurants Vincent Chicco’s, Michael’s on the Alley and cocktail lounge The Victor Social Club are pleased to announce the hiring of Tim Judge as General Manager. Arriving with…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz Category: hospitality, on-the-move
Summers Corner recognized for conservation efforts by Audubon SC
June 5, 2017Audubon South Carolina (ASC) has recognized Summers Corner, a residential community, for its bird-friendly conservation efforts. The ASC’s new recognition program – Climate Resilient and Bird Friendly Communities – celebrates…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz Category: environmental, on-the-move
Beaufort, SC selects FerebeeLane as agency
June 5, 2017FerebeeLane (FL), a full-service marketing and branding agency, was selected by the Beaufort Regional Chamber of Commerce to handle the area’s strategic marketing efforts, including the creative conception of all…
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Historic Charleston trivia hunt cenefits children battling cancer
June 5, 2017
Local Charleston businesses, Traveling Ink, GievBee Texting System and Palmetto Carriage Work have partnered together to start an exciting, ongoing fundraiser for South Carolina non-profit, Camp Happy Days. Charleston Trivia…
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Emily Mills represented the tenant in the lease of 2,604 SF of retail space in North Charleston, SC
June 5, 2017
Lee & Associates Charleston’s Emily Mills, represented the Tenant in the lease of 2,604 SF of retail space located in Park Circle at 4151 Spruill Avenue in North Charleston, South…
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Keith Benjamin begins as City of Charleston Director of Traffic and Transportation
June 5, 2017CHARLESTON, SC – Randall “Keith” Benjamin, II started work today as the new Director of the Department of Traffic and Transportation for the City of Charleston. Mayor John Tecklenburg nominated Benjamin…
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Top Grossing Movies – June 5
June 5, 2017
Theatrical grosses from comScore Week of 06/02/2017 to 06/08/2017 Rank Title Rating Distributor Weeks Weekend Locs Weekend Gross Cumulative 1 Wonder Woman PG13 Warner Bros. 1 4,165 $103,251,471 $103,251,471…
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