Three PGA Tour golfers sponsored by the Kiawah Island Club to play at the RBC Heritage
April 12, 2017
On Thursday, April 13th, the first round of the RBC Heritage on Hilton Head Island begins, and three Kiawah Island Club-sponsored players with ties to South Carolina will be included…
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YEScarolina student entrepreneurship competition for $3,000 grand prize begins
April 12, 2017
Classroom business plan competitions for South Carolina students enrolled in entrepreneurship classes have begun this month on John’s Island and Daniel Island, SC. Each year, students work with their YEScarolina…
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Lee & Associates Charleston represented the buyer and seller in the 15,500 SF office building sale in Goose Creek, SC
April 12, 2017
Lee & Associates Charleston’s Bob Nuttall, SIOR, CPM, and Lindsey Halter represented the Seller, SD Company, LLC, in the sale of a 15,500 SF Office Building at 111 Springhall Drive,…
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Top Grossing Movies – April 10
April 12, 2017
Theatrical grosses from comScore Week of 04/07/2017 to 04/13/2017 Rank Title Rating Distributor Weeks Wknd Locations Weekend Gross Cumulative 1 The Boss Baby PG 20th Century Fox 2 3,829 $26,363,488…
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Top Grossing Movies – April 10
April 12, 2017
Theatrical grosses from comScore Week of 04/07/2017 to 04/13/2017 Rank Title Rating Distributor Weeks Wknd Locations Weekend Gross Cumulative 1 The Boss Baby PG 20th Century Fox 2 3,829 $26,363,488…
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Schneider Electric expanding its Oconee County operations
April 11, 2017
Energy Management Company Creating New Jobs At Seneca Location . Schneider Electric, a global specialist in energy management and automation, is expanding its Oconee County operations. The company will be…
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Schneider Electric expanding its Oconee County operations
April 11, 2017
Energy Management Company Creating New Jobs At Seneca Location . Schneider Electric, a global specialist in energy management and automation, is expanding its Oconee County operations. The company will be…
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Shimano expanding Charleston County presence
April 11, 2017
Manufacturer Creating More Than 30 New Jobs Shimano Inc., a multinational manufacturer of products for the bicycle and sports fishing industries, is expanding its existing Charleston County operations. To accommodate…
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Shimano expanding Charleston County presence
April 11, 2017
Manufacturer Creating More Than 30 New Jobs Shimano Inc., a multinational manufacturer of products for the bicycle and sports fishing industries, is expanding its existing Charleston County operations. To accommodate…
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V.C. Summer Nuclear Station starts refueling outage
April 10, 2017
South Carolina Electric & Gas Company (SCE&G) took Unit 1 at V.C. Summer Nuclear Station offline April 8 to begin a scheduled refueling outage. The outage, which follows an 18-month…
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LHWH advertising wins international award for outstanding website
April 10, 2017
Lesnik Himmelsbach Wilson Hearl Advertising & Public Relations (LHWH) in Myrtle Beach, S.C., received an award for Outstanding Website from the prestigious Web Marketing Association (WMA) for LHWH’S design and development…
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Charleston Metro Chamber receives 5-Star accreditation for the third consecutive time
April 10, 2017
The Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce has received 5-star accreditation from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. The U.S. Chamber announced the accreditation of 13 chambers of commerce, including the Charleston Metro…
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SC Ports achieves record container volume in March
April 10, 2017
Today South Carolina Ports Authority announced the strongest monthly container volume in its history, with 192,411 twenty foot-equivalent units (TEUs) handled in March. The month was nearly 13 percent higher…
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Register Now: Tax Seminar for professionals working for school districts and universities
April 10, 2017
The SC Department of Revenue (SCDOR) is offering a tax seminar geared towards educational institutions. Tax professionals and managers working for school districts, public or private schools, and universities can enhance their…
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Caldwell Commercial represents The Cason Group, Inc in a lease renewal
April 10, 2017
Bob Caldwell, SIOR and Cameron Griffin, MBA of Caldwell Commercial represented the tenant, The Cason Group, Inc, in the lease renewal of suite 209 at 159 Civitas Street, Mt. Pleasant,…
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Frampton Construction brings on marketing coordinator
April 10, 2017
Frampton Construction, a regional full-service construction firm providing planning and design support, preconstruction, construction services, and sustainability services throughout the Carolinas, has added Katherine Panke as marketing coordinator in the…
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Charleston Young Professionals presents YP Fuel: Boardroom Confidential
April 10, 2017
Not all leaders wear suits and work from a corner office, however they all roll up their sleeves, create healthy disruption and have a lasting impact. Charleston Young Professionals…
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South Carolina attorney honored
April 10, 2017
The Legal Professionals Program at the Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation is honoring South Carolina attorney Mike Ethridge with its Hazelden Excellence in Legal Community Leadership Award. The award is given…
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Statement by Graham & McCain on military strikes in Syria
April 6, 2017
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) and John McCain (R-Arizona) released the following statement on tonight’s military strikes in Syria: “We salute the skill and professionalism of…
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GSSM Students Take Home 61 SCJAS Awards
April 6, 2017
Fifty-four students from the South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics (GSSM) took home 61 awards from the SC Junior Academy of Science (SCJAS) Annual Spring Meeting. The 2017…
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Adrianne Beasley named director of aerospace initiatives
April 6, 2017
Adrianne Beasley has been tapped to replace Deborah Cameron as director of aerospace initiatives for the South Carolina Council on Competitiveness. After three years leading the Council’s SC Aerospace initiative,…
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Moore Beauston & Woodham announces staff addition
April 6, 2017
Moore Beauston & Woodham L.L.P., a full service accounting and consulting firm with offices in Charleston, Greenville, Hartsville, and West Columbia is pleased to announce an addition to its staff:…
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First Heritage Credit of South Carolina to open in Windsor Hill Shopping Center at 3748 Ashley Phosphate Road
April 6, 2017
Will Sherrod, CCIM with Lee & Associates Charleston and Windsor Hill Shopping Center, LLC would like to congratulate First Heritage Credit of South Carolina, LLC on the lease of 1,500 square feet…
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Local celebrities help raise $80,000 for The ARK’s respite, support programs
April 6, 2017Photo credit: Jamie Lucarelli of Old South Weddings On March 11, 450 people attended the seventh annual Dancing With The ARK’s Stars, raising $80,000 for The ARK, Alzheimer’s Family…
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Shimano expanding Charleston County presence
April 6, 2017
Shimano Inc., a multinational manufacturer of products for the bicycle and sports fishing industries, is expanding its existing Charleston County operations. To accommodate its continued growth, the company will be…
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Shimano expanding Charleston County presence
April 6, 2017
Shimano Inc., a multinational manufacturer of products for the bicycle and sports fishing industries, is expanding its existing Charleston County operations. To accommodate its continued growth, the company will be…
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City of Charleston seeks public input for “Plan West Ashley”
April 6, 2017
The city of Charleston is kicking off the planning process for the West Ashley master plan with several public input and engagement opportunities. The process, referred to as “Plan…
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Samuel Young, M.D., MBA, CPE, joins First Choice VIP Care Plus as Medical Director
April 6, 2017
NORTH CHARLESTON, SC – First Choice VIP Care Plus announced that Samuel Young, M.D., MBA, CPE has joined the health plan as medical director. He will report to Jay Powell,…
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Spoleto Festival USA unveils official 2017 poster
April 6, 2017Spoleto Festival USA General Director Nigel Redden unveiled the 2017 poster design featuring the work of Charles Gaines, an early pioneer of conceptual art. The piece, entitled Numbers and Trees…
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SCE&G expands energy efficiency program for small businesses
April 6, 2017
SCE&G has expanded a program aimed at helping small businesses better manage their energy costs. Eligibility caps for the company’s Small Business Energy Solutions program have been expanded to increase…
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SCE&G expands energy efficiency program for small businesses
April 6, 2017
SCE&G has expanded a program aimed at helping small businesses better manage their energy costs. Eligibility caps for the company’s Small Business Energy Solutions program have been expanded to increase…
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Swig & Swine BBQ named Top 10 for “Best BBQ Pork Sandwich in South Carolina” by USA Today’s 10Best Reader’s Choice Awards
April 6, 2017
Swig & Swine BBQ, with restaurants in West Ashley and Summerville, has been named “Best BBQ Pork Sandwich in South Carolina” by USA Today’s 10Best Reader’s Choice Awards in 2017.…
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Speaker Lucas responds to Governor McMaster’s road bonding letter
April 6, 2017
House Speaker Jay Lucas (District 65-Darlington) issued the following statement in response to a letter received from Governor Henry McMaster earlier this morning. In the letter, Governor McMaster threated to…
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Speaker Lucas responds to Governor McMaster’s road bonding letter
April 6, 2017
House Speaker Jay Lucas (District 65-Darlington) issued the following statement in response to a letter received from Governor Henry McMaster earlier this morning. In the letter, Governor McMaster threated to…
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TIGERS Myrtle Beach season opens with a roar
April 6, 2017
TIGERS Myrtle Beach Safari welcomed March in like a liger, with the grand opening of its 34th season March 4, 2017. Founded in 1983 by wildlife conservation expert Doc Antle,…
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Myrtle Beach Marriott unveils a transformed resort
April 6, 2017
The Myrtle Beach Marriott Resort & Spa at Grande Dunes, rising high above the Atlantic on the northern end of Myrtle Beach, is proud to reveal its $14 million makeover…
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Nexton spring Open House series highlights a community where people want to live, with amenities they need
April 6, 2017
Charleston has been named one of the best cities in the world and one of the best places to live; and the groundwork is underway to make Summerville, South Carolina…
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Chamber staff named Honorary Commander
April 6, 2017
George Ramsey, a member of the Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce advocacy team, has been selected as an Honorary Commander by Chief Master Sergeant Todd Cole with the 628th Air…
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SC Ports announces retirement of Finance executive Peter Hughes
April 5, 2017
Stan Van Ostran to assume role of SCPA SVP Finance, Administration/Chief Financial Officer on July 1 South Carolina Ports Authority announced the retirement of Senior Vice President of Finance and…
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Turner Padget adds shareholder to Myrtle Beach office
April 5, 2017
Turner Padget Graham & Laney, P.A. announces the addition of Melody J.E. Breeden as a Myrtle Beach-based shareholder in the firm’s Business Transactions Practice. “The growth that we are experiencing…
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Charleston YEScarolina student & teacher recognized at international showcase for entrepreneurship
April 5, 2017
Wando High School Student and North Charleston High School Teacher Receive Top Honors from National Organization for Embracing Entrepreneurship When a school project tasked local 17-year old Lucas Greenway to…
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Spoleto Festival USA offers ticket savings for Charleston locals on Saturday, April 8, and Sunday, April 9
April 5, 2017
Last chance to save on purchases made in person at 14 George St.: Saturday, April 8 | 1:00pm – 5:00pm Sunday, April 9 | 1:00pm – 5:00pm Spoleto Festival USA…
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Red Ribbon 5K Run & AIDS Walk draws attention to HIV/AIDS in Charleston
April 5, 2017
Lowcountry AIDS Services (LAS) and the Roper St. Francis Ryan White Wellness Center (RWWC) are inviting the community to run, walk and jog for HIV and AIDS awareness. Again for…
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Cushman & Wakefield | Thalhimer recent Charleston-area leases
April 5, 2017
Cushman & Wakefield | Thalhimer reports the following recent lease transactions in the Charleston area: ISD Renal, Inc. leased 7,288 square feet at 139 Market Plaza Dr. in North Augusta,…
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Colliers International brokers receive prestigious national recognition
April 5, 2017
Peter Fennelly, SIOR, MCR, SLCR, Simons Johnson, SIOR, MCR, CCIM, Givens Stewart, SIOR and Craig Waites, of Colliers International South Carolina, were named to Colliers International’s USA’s 2016 Everest Club.…
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Colliers International brokers receive prestigious national recognition
April 5, 2017
Peter Fennelly, SIOR, MCR, SLCR, Simons Johnson, SIOR, MCR, CCIM, Givens Stewart, SIOR and Craig Waites, of Colliers International South Carolina, were named to Colliers International’s USA’s 2016 Everest Club.…
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Sweetgrass Event Center to host Easter Celebration & Sunday Gospel Brunch
April 5, 2017
On Sunday, April 16, Sweetgrass Event Center, located at 2125 Highway 17 Mt. Pleasant, invites friends and family to join t heir Easter Celebration with an all-inclusive brunch buffet and live gospel…
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Multiple listing Service of Hilton Head Island names Dennis Elliott Compliance and Internet Data Exchange Services Coordinator
April 5, 2017
Multiple Listing Service of Hilton Head Island (HHIMLS) promoted Dennis Elliott to Compliance and Internet Data Exchange (IDX) Services Coordinator. In this position, Elliott regulates real estate transaction standards (RETS),…
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Charleston 2016 Realtors of Distinction Award – Commercial Circle
April 5, 2017
Avison Young commercial real estate office is pleased to announce the following agents from its Charleston, South Carolina office were recent recipients of the 2016 Realtors of Distinction Award –…
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McNair grows Myrtle Beach office with the addition of John Connell
April 5, 2017McNair announced John Connell has joined the Firm’s Myrtle Beach office, focusing his practice on general business litigation matters. Connell has extensive experience in insurance defense, construction defects and negligence…
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