Craig Wallace named business management chair at Clemson University
February 27, 2019
Craig Wallace of the University of Denver will become the new Department of Management chair in Clemson University’s College of Business. Wallace most recently served as the management chair at…
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CresCom Bank expands Commercial Lending Executive Team with promotion of Ryan Benton
February 27, 2019
CresCom Bank, the second largest community bank in North and South Carolina, has expanded its Commercial Lending Team with the promotion of CresCom Bank team member Ryan Benton. Ryan Benton has been promoted…
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UPS honors South Carolina drivers for 25 years of safe driving
February 27, 2019
UPS announced that 18 elite drivers from South Carolina are among 1,436 newly inducted worldwide into the Circle of Honor, an honorary organization for UPS drivers who have achieved 25…
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RMC and Quest Diagnostics to deliver innovative lab services
February 27, 2019
Quest Diagnostics and Regional Medical Center (RMC) of Orangeburg, S.C. are teaming up to enhance the quality of diagnostic services through a new partnership agreement under which Quest will provide…
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O’Neal Inc. hires Structural Engineer
February 27, 2019
O’Neal Inc., a Greenville-based integrated design and construction firm, has hired Mike Tedstone as Staff Structural Engineer. Tedstone has more than 30 years of structural engineering experience. He previously worked…
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Richland County names two new Assistant County Administrators
February 27, 2019
Interim Richland County Administrator Ed Gomeau announced the appointment of Richland County employees Ashley Powell and Dr. John Thompson to fill the vacant Assistant County Administrator positions. Both appointments became…
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Midlands Technical College sounds a BOOM with Best Innovation Team in South Carolina
February 27, 2019Team Recognized for Successful Job-Training Program in Collaboration with School Districts and Industry Partners The South Carolina State Technical College System awarded Midlands Technical College’s Building Occupational Opportunities in the…
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Fireflies launch “Mason’s K9 Klub”
February 27, 2019
Members Receive a Fireflies Dog Tag and Trash the Poop Wag-Along Wednesday Tickets The Columbia Fireflies are excited to launch Mason’s K9 Klub. The K9 Klub is a new program…
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Colonial Life names new vice president of marketing
February 27, 2019
Carolyn Ewing-Turner has taken on the role of vice president of marketing at Colonial Life. In her new role, Ewing-Turner will drive Colonial Life marketing strategy to address business needs…
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Advertisement of Vacancies on Various Boards and Commissions
February 27, 2019
The City of Columbia is accepting applications to fill several vacancies on the following boards and commissions. Hospitality Tax Advisory Committee Seeking eleven (11) Applicants for Appointment/Re-Appointment. Six (6) must…
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Ron Anderson and Liz McCary named to Colliers Center of Excellence
February 27, 2019
Leaders in South Carolina office to share best practices and skill sets with Colliers’ U.S. research and marketing professionals. Ron Anderson, who manages the research and information technology departments, and…
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East Cooper Medical Center first in Mount Pleasant to perform endoscopic ultrasounds
February 27, 2019East Cooper Medical Center is the first hospital in Mount Pleasant to perform endoscopic ultrasounds (EUS). Physicians at East Cooper Medical Center are using newly acquired technology to help them…
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Global Entry Program interviews to return to Gaillard Center
February 27, 2019
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers will return to Charleston to conduct in-person enrollment interviews with CBP’s Global Entry applicants in the first floor public meeting room at the…
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Scholarship funds still available for Trident Tech Continuing Education courses through the Workforce Pathways Scholarship program
February 27, 2019
Scholarship funding is still available for several Trident Technical College (TTC) Division of Continuing Education and Economic Development courses through the Workforce Pathways Scholarship (WPS) program that was approved by…
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Youth Volunteer Corps of Charleston receives top honor
February 27, 2019
Youth Volunteer Corps (YVC) of Charleston was recently named a Gold Level program, one of only 14 YVC programs throughout the U.S. and Canada awarded this honor. Created in Fall…
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Stevens & Wilkinson’s Adriane McGillis named 2019 President of AIA Greater Columbia
February 27, 2019The American Institute of Architects of Greater Columbia (AIAGC) announced Adriane McGillis, senior associate and architect at Stevens & Wilkinson, has been named president of AIAGC. The 2019 Board of…
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USC School of Law to examine modern policing issues
February 27, 2019Two community talks will examine police use of force and other policing issues on Friday, March 1 from 9 – 11:45 a.m. The talks, which are free and open to…
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State finals of ‘Poetry Out Loud’ competition set
February 27, 2019Eight South Carolina high school students reached the March 9 state finals for Poetry Out Loud – an annual, nationwide recitation contest – after regional competitions in Charleston and Spartanburg.…
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Hammond School invited to join Mastery Transcript Consortium
February 27, 2019As the only member school in South Carolina, Hammond joins other esteemed schools nationwide included in consortium, which is working with schools and stakeholders to design a new digital transcript.…
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Greenville attorney helps students learn self-discipline, respect, and professional conduct
February 27, 2019Irv Philpot, an attorney with the Philpot Law Firm located in Greenville, South Carolina, participated in Round 1 of “The Amazing Shake – Professionalism with a Personal Touch” at Sara…
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Richland Northeast students place in national competitions
February 27, 2019Wade Fletcher and Andrea Kimpson may still be in high school, but they know as much about stocks, bonds and mutual funds as their friends do about emojis and apps…
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Traywick named to Advisory Board for Center on Professionalism
February 27, 2019Lisle Traywick, an attorney with Robinson Gray Stepp & Laffitte, LLC, has been appointed to serve on the advisory board of the University of South Carolina School of Law Nelson…
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Local FASTSIGNS recognized among top centers in the country
February 27, 2019FASTSIGNS® of Columbia – Harbison Blvd, a local sign and visual graphics provider, was recognized as a top performing center at the 2019 FASTSIGNS Convention held in Orlando, Florida.…
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Greenville Center for Creative Arts elects three new members to its 2019 Board of Directors
February 27, 2019The Greenville Center for Creative Arts announced it has elected three new board members to its 2019 Board of Directors. Directors shall be elected to a term of three (3)…
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USC Dance Marathon Stands 14 Hours for PRISMA Health Children’s Hospital
February 27, 2019
USC Dance Marathon Targets $1.19 Million Goal and Celebrates 21 years on March 2 Proceeds benefit Prisma Health Children’s Hospital—Midlands University of South Carolina Dance Marathon (USCDM): presented by Aflac,…
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Stevens & Wilkinson’s Adriane McGillis named 2019 President of AIA Greater Columbia
February 27, 2019
The American Institute of Architects of Greater Columbia (AIAGC) announced Adriane McGillis, senior associate and architect at Stevens & Wilkinson, has been named president of AIAGC. The 2019 Board of…
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Greenville attorney helps students learn self-discipline, respect, and professional conduct
February 27, 2019
Irv Philpot, an attorney with the Philpot Law Firm located in Greenville, South Carolina, participated in Round 1 of “The Amazing Shake – Professionalism with a Personal Touch” at Sara…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: law, on-the-move
USC School of Law to examine modern policing issues
February 27, 2019
Two community talks will examine police use of force and other policing issues on Friday, March 1 from 9 – 11:45 a.m. The talks, which are free and open to…
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Hammond School invited to join Mastery Transcript Consortium
February 27, 2019
As the only member school in South Carolina, Hammond joins other esteemed schools nationwide included in consortium, which is working with schools and stakeholders to design a new digital transcript.…
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Richland Northeast students place in national competitions
February 27, 2019Wade Fletcher and Andrea Kimpson may still be in high school, but they know as much about stocks, bonds and mutual funds as their friends do about emojis and apps…
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State finals of ‘Poetry Out Loud’ competition set
February 27, 2019
Eight South Carolina high school students reached the March 9 state finals for Poetry Out Loud – an annual, nationwide recitation contest – after regional competitions in Charleston and Spartanburg.…
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Traywick named to Advisory Board for Center on Professionalism
February 27, 2019
Lisle Traywick, an attorney with Robinson Gray Stepp & Laffitte, LLC, has been appointed to serve on the advisory board of the University of South Carolina School of Law Nelson…
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SCDOT begins the procurement process for the Carolina Crossroads I-20/26/126 Corridor Project
February 26, 2019
The South Carolina Department of Transportation has issued a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) to solicit Statements of Qualifications (SOQs) from proposers interested in contracting to serve as the Design-Build Team…
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Behind the Scenes at 1310 Lady St./the Keenan Bldg
February 26, 2019Go behind the scenes with Historic Columbia and explore one of downtown’s iconic landmarks and its peculiar history, as well as its future plans. Part of the 1310 Lady Street…
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Dee Norton Child Advocacy Center raises over $781K at annual dinner auction
February 26, 2019Dee Norton Child Advocacy Center, the region’s leading resource to prevent abuse, protect children and heal families, raised $781,120 at the center’s annual dinner auction, “New Day. New Hope. New…
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David M. Gilston Insurance Agency, Inc. announces new leadership roles
February 26, 2019David M. Gilston Insurance Agency, Inc.,with offices in Charleston, Columbia and Greenville, S.C., announced several key leadership changes effective February 1. President | Tom Swayne, RHU, CLU, CASL, REBC, FLMI,…
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SC Launch, Inc. invests in Fatsack Outdoors
February 26, 2019
Fatsack Outdoors, a Greenville-based IT company, recently received a $200,000 SC Launch, Inc. investment. This is the first investment for the company that was accepted into SCRA’s entrepreneurial program, SC…
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High Spirits Hospitality awards employees for hard work and dedication
February 26, 2019High Spirits Hospitality recently honored employees with new a company award platform. The local hospitality group is celebrating its eight year of prosperous business. To mark such a special occasion,…
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Milliken & Company named to 2019 World’s Most Ethical Companies list
February 26, 2019Milliken & Company was named among the 2019 World’s Most Ethical Companies® by Ethisphere Institute, a global leader in defining and advancing the standards of ethical business practices. Milliken is…
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Crawford Prezioso joins Colliers International in Columbia, SC as Brokerage Associate
February 26, 2019
Colliers International | South Carolina announced that Crawford Prezioso has joined the firm in its Columbia office as a Brokerage Associate. Prezioso will represent owners, landlords, users and tenants in…
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Carolina Classic Home & Garden Show coming March 8 – 10
February 26, 2019
The 53rd annual Carolina Classic Home & Garden Show will be held at the SC State Fairgrounds Friday, March 8 through Sunday, March 10, 2019. The show is presented by the…
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UofSC Postal Services open on March Saturdays for passports
February 26, 2019
The University of South Carolina Postal Services office invites the Columbia community to apply for passports each Saturday in March at their 1600 Hampton St. location. From 10 a.m.-2 p.m.…
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Harvest Hope Food Bank elects first female Chair
February 26, 2019
Bank of America Assistant Vice President Erinn Rowe of Columbia will serve as the first female board chair for Harvest Hope Food Bank. Rowe, a treasury sales analyst, works with…
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Behind the Scenes at 1310 Lady St./the Keenan Bldg
February 26, 2019
Go behind the scenes with Historic Columbia and explore one of downtown’s iconic landmarks and its peculiar history, as well as its future plans. Part of the 1310 Lady Street…
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Board of Trustees approves 2019-2020 school calendar
February 25, 2019Charleston County School District (CCSD) Board of Trustees approved by an 7-0 vote Option 1 of the two options presented by CCSD staff for the 2019-2020 Academic Calendar Based on…
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Randolph Development set to start on distribution center in Berkeley County
February 25, 2019Randolph Development has partnered with Portside Investment Group and Synergy Capital to develop Portside Distribution Center in Berkeley County, S.C. Portside Distribution Center will consist of two buildings to…
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FOOTHILLS AREA YMCA moving forward
February 25, 2019Confirms long-term financing with United States Department of Agriculture and construction loan with United Community Bank The FOOTHILLS AREA YMCA closed on long-term financing with USDA on Wednesday, February 20th…
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Top Grossing Movies – February 25, 2019
February 25, 2019
Theatrical grosses from comScore Week of 02/22/2019 to 02/28/2019 Rank Title Rating Distributor Weeks Weekend Locs Weekend Gross Cumulative 1 How To Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World PG…
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Increased sales, attendance at 2019 Southeastern Wildlife Exposition
February 25, 2019
The Southeastern Wildlife Exposition (SEWE) is reporting positive preliminary numbers after hosting its 37th annual event to promote wildlife and nature conservation. The not-for-profit event is held yearly during President’s…
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Folly Association of Business to do away with the Folly Gras Festival
February 25, 2019The Folly Gras 2019 Festival that took place on Saturday, February 23 was a huge success in terms of the number of attendees and funds raised, but over the last…
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