Avison Young commercial real estate transactions
June 24, 2019
Charleston, SC Market 6/11/2019 Avison Young commercial real estate announced that Todd Garrett, CCIM, SIOR and Tradd Varner represented Pepperdam Industrial, LLC in the leasing of 2,000 sf industrial space…
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South Carolina’s Employment Situation May 2019: Number of South Carolinians working remains at all time high
June 24, 2019
Payroll Employment Increases Set Another New Record Employment: The monthly survey of households across the state estimated the number of South Carolinians working moved significantly higher, establishing a new record…
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Hood Construction receives Preservation South Carolina Honor Award for Barnes Center
June 24, 2019
Hood Construction announced that the Barnes Student Activity Center at Clemson University, completed by Hood in 2017, has been awarded the Preservation South Carolina Honor Award. The award was presented…
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Wells Fargo promotes Thomas Anderson to lead commercial banking in South Carolina
June 24, 2019
Wells Fargo Commercial Banking announced that Thomas Anderson has been tapped to lead commercial banking operations for South Carolina where it has offices in Charleston, Columbia, and Greenville serving business…
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Columbia Metropolitan Airport celebrates international yoga day with successful event
June 24, 2019
125 participants found their zen at a very successful event celebrating International Yoga Day on Friday, June 21st hosted by Columbia Metropolitan Airport. “We’re thrilled that our first yoga event enjoyed…
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Advertisement of vacancies on various boards and commissions
June 24, 2019The City of Columbia is accepting applications to fill several vacancies on the following boards and commissions. City Center Partnership Seeking 1(one) Applicant for Appointment. The purpose of the Board…
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New UofSC budget holds down tuition; invests in core mission
June 24, 2019
The University of South Carolina Board of Trustees approved a budget plan that reduces administrative costs and prioritizes South Carolina residents by holding tuition increases for in-state students on the Columbia campus to…
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City of Cayce adopts new election dates
June 20, 2019
Last night, the Cayce City Council adopted a new ordinance to change the Cayce municipal election cycle to run on odd-numbered years, at the request of the Lexington County Commission of…
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District Honors for Capital Rotary
June 20, 2019
Columbia’s Capital Rotary received high honors from District 7770 on June 19 for charitable giving and overall achievement of goals. Club president Philip Flynn (left in photo) receives a Leadership…
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Scientist sheds light on CBD oil
June 20, 2019
Cannabidiol (CBD) oil – the non-intoxicating marijuana extract that’s become a hot new “medicinal product” – may have a role to play in maintaining good health and treating disease. But…
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Scholarship recipient visits Rotary
June 20, 2019
Claire Davis, currently majoring in computer engineering at North Carolina State University in Raleigh, NC, was an honored guest at Capital Rotary’s June 19 breakfast meeting. Davis (in photo with…
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Community meetings to focus on southeast water and sewer project
June 20, 2019
WHO: Council Vice Chair Dalhi Myers, District 10; Councilwoman Chakisse Newton, District 11; Richland County utilities officials WHAT: Community meetings to provide details on the Southeast Richland Water and Sewer Project…
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IMPH releases policy recommendations for redefining health care delivery in South Carolina
June 20, 2019
Managing the health needs of a community can be a difficult balancing act that requires near-perfect optimization of personnel and resource deployment. Today, finding that balance presents a moving target…
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SC Secretary of State Mark Hammond announces distribution of recovered funds to cancer centers after landmark lawsuit against sham cancer charities
June 20, 2019
South Carolina Secretary of State Mark Hammond announced today that $2.5 million will be distributed to cancer centers across the country as a result of a multistate enforcement action against…
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Deadline alert for South Carolina Private NonProfit organizations to apply for SBA working capital disaster loans
June 19, 2019
The U.S. Small Business Administration is reminding Private NonProfit (PNP) organizations in South Carolina of the July 16 deadline to submit Economic Injury Disaster Loan applications for damages caused by…
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City of Columbia Office of Business Opportunities welcomes nearly 50 local business owners to access to Capital Symposium
June 19, 2019Nearly 50 local business owners gathered for the Office of Business Opportunities’ annual Access to Capital Symposium: The Midland’s Financing Options for Small Businesses on Wednesday, June 19, 2019…
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Call for artists
June 19, 2019
Marian Hagins Memorial Art Competition The Lancaster County Council of the Arts is issuing a Call for Artists for the 2019 Marian Hagins Memorial Art Competition. This juried show is open to all Lancaster County…
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Lindsey Graham endorsed by every South Carolina constitutional officer
June 19, 2019
Team Graham announced today that every statewide elected constitutional officer in South Carolina has endorsed Lindsey Graham’s 2020 re-election campaign for the United States Senate. Graham received endorsements from the…
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Treat yourself to Self-Care Sunday at the Columbia Museum of Art
June 19, 2019
Relax and recharge for free in the museum and on Boyd Plaza The Columbia Museum of Art presents Self-Care Sunday, a relaxing and restorative free event for all ages at…
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“Beyond Barbados” documentary to premiere on SCETV June 20
June 19, 2019
Film explores the history and cultural impacts of Barbados on the Palmetto State “Beyond Barbados: The Carolina Connection,” a new, one-hour documentary film exploring the history and cultural connections between…
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Central Carolina Community Foundation awards over $450,000 in scholarships for 2019-2020 school year
June 19, 2019
Central Carolina Community Foundation, the Midlands’s local center for philanthropy, has awarded over $450,000 in scholarships to 196 of South Carolina’s and the country’s outstanding students for the 2019-2020 school…
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Gov. Henry McMaster announces and signs Children’s Internet Safety Governor’s Pledge
June 19, 2019
Governor Henry McMaster, First Lady Peggy McMaster, and Lieutenant Governor Pamela Evette were joined today by representatives from Enough Is Enough (EIE), Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott, Representative Beth Bernstein, and representatives…
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Congressman Clyburn announces sixth district priorities included in house-passes appropriations package
June 19, 2019
Congressman James E. Clyburn announced several priority projects in South Carolina were included in the appropriations package passed by the U.S. House of Representatives today. “I am pleased to support…
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Big Rock Natural Stone & Hardscapes expands to Columbia
June 19, 2019
Big Rock stone products create natural-looking exteriors, walkways, entryways, kitchens, bathrooms and more Big Rock Natural Stone & Hardscapes, the largest provider of natural stone and hardscapes in the Carolinas,…
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Tickets for the annual Wild Summer’s Night Auction and Wild Game Feast are now on sale
June 19, 2019
Wild Game, Wild Items, and Wild Times…. Tickets are on sale NOW for the annual Wild Summer’s Night Auction and Wild Game Feast. Get em before they’re gone! To a…
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Access to Capital Symposium: practical financing options for small businesses
June 19, 2019Are you looking for capital to start or expand your business? Are you trying to determine which bank has the best package for you? Have you already been to the bank,…
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Weddle Real Estate Investments moves forward towards redeveloping Capital City Stadium site
June 19, 2019Weddle Real Estate Investment (W-REI), a commercial real estate firm with ties to the Columbia community, received a green light in their efforts to redevelop the Capital City Stadium Site. …
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South Carolina CPA firm SuggsJohnson expands audit & assurance capabilities with addition of Halkowitz
June 19, 2019
Noted South Carolina CPA Chris Halkowitz, whose professional career spans more than 12 years in public accounting with a focus in complex public and private audit and assurance work, has…
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VC3 named Best Places to Work in South Carolina for 10th consecutive year
June 19, 2019
For the tenth consecutive year, VC3, a leading IT solutions provider, was named as one of the Best Places to Work in South Carolina. The highly competitive survey-and-awards program identifies,…
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The Comet community listening session scheduled for the Shandon area
June 19, 2019
The COMET transit system is continuing its series of public listening sessions throughout the Midlands to solicit input on future plans and recommendations for transit system improvements. Attendees are asked…
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Riverbanks plans a Rhinormous welcome amid a Mammoth farewell
June 19, 2019Riverbanks Zoo and Garden will soon bid a bittersweet farewell to its pair of popular pachyderms as the Zoo prepares to welcome the return of another charismatic species—the Southern white…
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Share Your Resume & Interview during local Spherion hiring event
June 19, 2019
WHAT: Spherion Hiring Event WHEN: 10 a.m. – 3 p.m., Thursday, June 20 WHERE: Richland Library Main 1431 Assembly St., Columbia, SC 29201 WHO: Free and open to the public…
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Find your voice with Richland Library’s new Artist-in-Residence
June 19, 2019
A local artist, known for making fusion music by mixing genres, is sharing her talents with Richland Library and the community this summer. We’re excited to welcome Ara-Viktoria McKinney (Ara-V)…
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Congressman, Civil Rights activist, Lt. Gov. join hands in racial reconciliation
June 19, 2019
By W. Thomas Smith Jr. CAMDEN AND CHARLESTON, S.C. – U.S Congressman Trey Gowdy (standing) joined famed Civil Rights activist Dr. Cleveland Sellers, S.C. Lieutenant Governor Pamela Evette, and…
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CWC Chamber celebrates renovation with open house
June 18, 2019
The Greater Cayce West Columbia Chamber of Commerce is celebrating the recent renovations to its office with an open house event on Thursday, June 20 from 4:30 to 7:00. The…
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Auditions: Disney’s The Lion King, Jr
June 18, 2019This summer the Arts Center of Kershaw County is excited to bring you Disney’s The Lion King, Jr.! This incredible youth production will be the first-ever production sponsored by the Sam Wright…
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S.C. BlueCross Foundation launches new funding for innovative health solutions
June 18, 2019
The BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina Foundation is encouraging organizations to apply for a new grant opportunity to improve the health and well-being of South Carolinians. The Catalyst grants initiative…
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Midlands leaders become Riley Fellows, present community action projects
June 18, 2019
Thirty-nine leaders from the Midlands and surrounding area have completed the Riley Institute at Furman’s Diversity Leaders Initiative (DLI). Over the past five months, participants examined sensitive issues related to…
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LPD Foundation golf tournament announcement
June 18, 2019
Chief Terrence Green announced the 2nd annual Lexington Police Department Foundation Golf Tournament which will be held at the Golden Hills Golf & Country Club on Monday, September 16, 2019.…
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Richland Two practices reuniting families
June 18, 2019
Richland Two, in partnership with law enforcement and first responders, recently conducted a full-scale reunification drill. The exercise was an opportunity to test the district’s emergency response plan and allow…
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Cason Development Group continues Cottontown redevelopment
June 18, 2019
A new tenant is coming to the city’s Historic Cottontown Neighborhood. Columbia Printing & Graphics will be adjacent to Indah Coffee and Circa Barber Shop in the redeveloped Dunn Electric…
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The Comet community listening session scheduled for Chapin, SC
June 18, 2019
The COMET transit system is continuing its series of public listening sessions throughout the Midlands to solicit input on future plans and recommendations for transit system improvements. Attendees are asked to…
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SC housing celebrates 40 years of making homeownership a reality
June 18, 2019
In 1978 homeownership had become an impossible dream for many across the country and South Carolina was not an exception. The economy was stagnating, interest rates were high and banks…
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State Museum presents summer edition of Friday Night Laser Lights
June 18, 2019
The State Museum is excited to announce the return of its popular Friday Night Laser Lights summer series starting, Friday, June 28. This newly expanded rockin’ summer tradition will now include live music, specialty…
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Cohn Construction Services completes adaptive re-use at Historic Claussen’s
June 18, 2019
Cohn Construction Services has completed the renovation and adaptive re-use of Claussen’s boutique studio apartments inside of the historic Claussen’s Bakery building. The newly renovated 21,000 square-foot building consists of…
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Announcing the launch of Power:Ed—a new education initiative in SC
June 18, 2019
Power:Ed, started by South Carolina Student Loan Corp (SCSLC), to fund education initiatives in South Carolina, formally launched today. Power:Ed Director Sara Fisher says that grants will be awarded to nonprofits, colleges…
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Stewart opens offices in South Carolina and eastern North Carolina
June 18, 2019
Stewart, an interdisciplinary design, engineering, planning and geomatics firm, announced an expanded presence across the Carolinas with two new office locations in Columbia, South Carolina, and Wilmington, North Carolina. Opening…
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John de la Howe names two to key posts
June 18, 2019
John de la Howe selects principal, educator at School for Agriculture Two well-known educators have been named to key positions at the new School for Agriculture at historic John de…
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City of Columbia employees raise more than $50,000 for United Way of the Midlands
June 18, 2019
The City of Columbia charitable giving campaign has concluded with employees raising more than $50,000 to support United Way of the Midlands. “We are grateful to the City of Columbia…
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UofSC, Clemson researchers use drones to make SC bridges safer
June 18, 2019
Researchers at the University of South Carolina College of Engineering and Computing and Clemson’s College of Engineering, Computing and Applied Sciences are working together to study how drones and robots…
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