Sword Fest features lectures and live swordplay, from East and West
January 24, 2019East is East and West is West, but the twain will meet on Saturday, Feb. 9, accompanied by the clanging of swords. That’s when Sword Fest returns to the South…
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SCNSC welcomes Todd Buehrig as its next Executive Director
January 24, 2019
The Southeastern Chapter National Safety Council (SCNSC) Board of Directors announced the selection of Todd Buehrig as Executive Director. Todd has led SCNSC’s growth and expansion in South Carolina and…
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MGES Principal Fralick to retire
January 24, 2019
Lexington County School District One Superintendent Greg Little, Ed.D., announces that Cheryl H. Fralick, principal of Meadow Glen Elementary School, plans to retire effective July 1, 2019. Of her retirement he…
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Sonoco again leads Fortune’s Most Admired Companies, packaging sector
January 24, 2019
For the second consecutive year, Sonoco, one of the largest global diversified packaging companies, has been selected for Fortune’s World’s Most Admired Companies in the packaging/containers sector, and named first…
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S.C. Phil offers free tickets to furloughed Federal Employees for Symphonie Fantastique!
January 24, 2019The South Carolina Philharmonic presents the 4th concert of the 2018/2019 Masterworks Series Saturday, February 9, featuring pieces by Berlioz, Bizet and Tomasi. Federal employees will receive a complimentary pair…
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Transformative education legislation filed on January 24, 2019
January 24, 2019
Three bills filed today to modernize education system with a focus on students and teachers. House Speaker Jay Lucas (District 65-Darlington) issued the following statement today: “It is time for transformative…
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Statement from State Superintendent Molly Spearman on House Bill 3759
January 24, 2019
State Superintendent Molly Spearman today released the following statement on the filing of House Bill 3759, the “South Carolina Career Opportunity and Access for All Act”: . “As a proud South…
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SC Chamber of Commerce weighs in on comprehensive education reform bill
January 24, 2019
SC Chamber of Commerce leaders released the following statements on the unveiling of SC House Speaker Jay Lucas’ comprehensive education reform bill, H.3759. “The state’s business community appreciates Speaker Lucas’…
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Brett Bayne receives the South Carolina Bar Trial and Appellate Advocacy Award
January 24, 2019
McAngus Goudelock & Courie, a regional insurance defense firm, announced Brett Bayne as the recipient of the South Carolina Bar Trial and Appellate Advocacy Award. This award is given to…
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The Harvey Hubbell Foundation donates $25,000 to Make-A-Wish® South Carolina
January 24, 2019Make-A-Wish® South Carolina is honored to be the chosen recipient of a major gift from The Harvey Hubbell Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Hubbell, Inc., parent company of Greenville-based…
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Advancements in colon cancer treatment pioneered by College of Pharmacy faculty member & researcher Dr. Igor Roninson & his research team
January 24, 2019Research team includes University students, in Columbia A promising new class of drugs for the treatment of colon cancer is emerging, due to research and work done at the University…
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Mental Illness Recovery Center, Inc. welcomes new members to its Board of Directors
January 24, 2019The Mental Illness Recovery Center, Inc. (MIRCI), a nonprofit, established in 1960, has elected three new Directors to the Board for 2019-2021. Shayla Merritt, Associate/Marketing and Communications Manager for Stevens…
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State of the State Address – January 2019
January 24, 2019
As Prepared for Delivery Wednesday, January 23, 2019 The State House, Columbia Ladies and gentlemen, I thank you all for being here tonight, those in this magnificent building as well…
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The Harvey Hubbell Foundation donates $25,000 to Make-A-Wish® South Carolina
January 24, 2019Make-A-Wish® South Carolina is honored to be the chosen recipient of a major gift from The Harvey Hubbell Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Hubbell, Inc., parent company of Greenville-based…
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Sword Fest features lectures and live swordplay, from East and West
January 24, 2019
East is East and West is West, but the twain will meet on Saturday, Feb. 9, accompanied by the clanging of swords. That’s when Sword Fest returns to the South…
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Northeast Presbyterian Church (PCA) to host NO REGRETS Men’s Conference
January 24, 2019Spiritual retreat hopes to make a few good men even better in 2019 By W. Thomas Smith, Jr. COLUMBIA, S.C. – Northeast Presbyterian Church (NEPC) will host the NO REGRETS…
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Mental Illness Recovery Center, Inc. welcomes new members to its Board of Directors
January 24, 2019The Mental Illness Recovery Center, Inc. (MIRCI), a nonprofit, established in 1960, has elected three new Directors to the Board for 2019-2021. Shayla Merritt, Associate/Marketing and Communications Manager for Stevens…
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Advancements in colon cancer treatment pioneered by College of Pharmacy faculty member & researcher Dr. Igor Roninson & his research team
January 24, 2019
Research team includes University students, in Columbia A promising new class of drugs for the treatment of colon cancer is emerging, due to research and work done at the University…
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DESA welcomes Alex McCune as Project Engineer
January 23, 2019
DESA, Inc. announced that Alex McCune, P.E., has joined its Engineering Services team as Project Engineer. McCune will be responsible for the management and design of transportation projects, water and…
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Wilson’s Refrigeration & Air announces strategic acquisition of Comfort Services Inc.
January 23, 2019
Wilson’s Refrigeration & Air has acquired Comfort Services Inc., a local heating and air company, to focus on better quality and service to their customers. Wilson’s Refrigeration & Air has…
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School District Five to hold public information meeting on new elementary school design plan
January 23, 2019
Thursday, January 24 from 6-7:30 P.M. Center for Advanced Technical Studies 916 Mt. Vernon Church Road Chapin, South Carolina 29036 CHAPIN – Architects and engineers will be available to discuss design…
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Columbia Housing Authority works to house displaced residents; thanks community for support
January 23, 2019
Following the shutdown of Allen Benedict Court last Friday, 411 residents, representing 212 families, have been moved into temporary housing. “Director Walker and his staff are committed to taking care…
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Northeast Presbyterian Church (PCA) to host NO REGRETS Men’s Conference
January 23, 2019Spiritual retreat hopes to make a few good men even better in 2019 By W. Thomas Smith, Jr. COLUMBIA, S.C. – Northeast Presbyterian Church (NEPC) will host the NO REGRETS…
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Adams and Reese adds Litigator Luke Allen in Columbia
January 23, 2019
Adams and Reese announced Luke M. Allen has joined the firm’s Columbia office as an Associate. Allen focuses his practice on commercial restructuring and bankruptcy, assisting clients with matters in South Carolina…
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HUB Carolinas Insurance Brokerage announces Tim Smith as new Chief Sales Officer
January 23, 2019
HUB Carolinas, a region of HUB International, the sixth largest insurance brokerage in the world, recently announced the naming of Tim Smith as Chief Sales Officer for the Carolinas region.…
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HUB Carolinas Insurance Brokerage announces Kevin Williams as commercial insurance advisor
January 23, 2019
HUB Carolinas, a region of HUB International, the sixth largest insurance brokerage in the world, recently announced the naming of Kevin Williams as a commercial insurance advisor in its Charleston…
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Leading economic development organization launches informative blog series
January 23, 2019
Beginning January 2019, South Carolinians will get an inside look at the state’s economic development process. Through a monthly blog series, the South Carolina Economic Developers’ Association (SCEDA) will educate…
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Lexington Medical Center accepting applications for the Partners Program
January 23, 2019
Calling all Lexington County high school students! Lexington Medical Center is accepting applications for the Partners Program, a summer internship that introduces some of the best and brightest students in the…
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2020 census participation key for SC
January 23, 2019In their Jan. 23 meeting Capital Rotarians were urged to help educate, inspire and encourage South Carolinians to participate in the nation’s 2020 census. Guest speaker Doris Greene (at left…
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United Way of the Midlands’ Volunteer Center now accepting project proposals for its annual Volunteer Week
January 23, 2019United Way of the Midlands announced it is officially accepting project proposals from local nonprofit agencies through February 5 to be considered for its annual Volunteer Week held April 8…
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One-of-a-kind luxury apartments to hold grand opening & ribbon cutting
January 23, 2019Mashburn Construction invites you to the following event: WHO: 1321 Lofts, Capitol Places, and Mashburn Construction WHAT: 20th Anniversary Celebration of Capitol Places with a grand opening and…
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Jackson acquires EMC Strategic Communications
January 23, 2019Jackson Marketing, Motorsports & Events, South Carolina’s second-largest integrated marketing communication and events agency, has acquired EMC Strategic Communications of Troy, MI. Founded as Event Management Corporation in 1983 by…
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Top Grossing Movies – January 23
January 23, 2019
Theatrical grosses from comScore Week of 01/18/2019 to 01/24/2019 Rank Title Rating Distributor Weeks Weekend Locs Week Gross Cumulative 1 Glass PG13 Universal 1 3,841 $46,504,950 $46,504,950 2 The…
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Eclipse Automation locating operations in York County
January 23, 2019
Industrial automation systems provider creating 90 new jobs . Eclipse Automation, a provider of automated systems for a variety of industries, today announced plans to locate new operations in York…
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Engenius hires new project manager
January 23, 2019Upstate web design and digital marketing company Engenius has hired Molly Willette-Green as a project manager. Willette-Green will lead clients through the web design production process, ensuring that deadlines are…
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Kris Muir joins Mashburn Construction Company’s Columbia office
January 23, 2019
Mashburn Construction announced the hire of Kris Muir as Preconstruction Manager for the firm’s Columbia office. Kris has over a decade of construction and operations experience along with a master’s…
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RB and Diversey create strategic alliance in North American industrial and institutional cleaning market
January 23, 2019
RB (formerly known as Reckitt Benckiser), global producer of popular consumer health, hygiene and home products, and Diversey Inc (“Diversey”), provider of efficient cleaning and hygiene technologies, today announced a strategic alliance…
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Columbia Compass: Envision 2036 – February Public Open Houses
January 23, 2019
The City of Columbia will host two public open houses to share what the project team has learned from citizen input and research during the first phase of Columbia Compass,…
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Nine South Carolina schools selected as finalists for Palmetto’s Finest Awards
January 23, 2019
Nine schools from around the state have been selected as finalists for the 2019 Palmetto’s Finest Awards. This selection comes after extensive evaluations by a committee of fellow educators and…
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Writers tackle Jackson Pollock and more at the Columbia Museum of Art
January 23, 2019CMA Writer-in-Residence Ray McManus kicking off a literary program last April Upcoming literary programs feature writers responding to art on view Literary programs are in full swing at the…
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Kevin Shwedo to continue leading S.C. Department of Motor Vehicles
January 23, 2019
Governor Henry McMaster announced that Kevin Shwedo will continue serving as executive director of the South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles (SCDMV). Executive Director Shwedo was first appointed to his…
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New names to join the Fireflies coaching staff
January 23, 2019
Mets Announce 2019 Fireflies Coaching Staff COLUMBIA, S.C.— Fireflies fans can expect to see Pedro Lopez back in the Fireflies dugout this season as manager, but he will be only one of two…
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2020 census participation key for SC
January 23, 2019
In their Jan. 23 meeting Capital Rotarians were urged to help educate, inspire and encourage South Carolinians to participate in the nation’s 2020 census. Guest speaker Doris Greene (at left…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: non-profit, on-the-move
One-of-a-kind luxury apartments to hold grand opening & ribbon cutting
January 23, 2019Mashburn Construction invites you to the following event: WHO: 1321 Lofts, Capitol Places, and Mashburn Construction WHAT: 20th Anniversary Celebration of Capitol Places with a grand opening and…
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United Way of the Midlands’ Volunteer Center now accepting project proposals for its annual Volunteer Week
January 23, 2019United Way of the Midlands announced it is officially accepting project proposals from local nonprofit agencies through February 5 to be considered for its annual Volunteer Week held April 8…
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Nelson Mullins awards Diversity Scholarship to USC law student
January 22, 2019
Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP has awarded a Diversity Scholarship to Elaine Yap, a law student at University of South Carolina School of Law. Yap will receive a $10,000…
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RealtyLink completes funding of its first real estate investment fund
January 22, 2019RealtyLink, LLC, a full-service commercial real estate developer, announces the funding completion of the first RealtyLink Fund. The Fund is comprised of five properties with 100% occupancy in retail shopping…
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Southern First reports results for 2018
January 22, 2019Southern First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: SFST), holding company for Southern First Bank, today reported net income available to common shareholders of $5.8 million, or $0.75 per diluted share, for the…
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Local meeting venue with established team ready to serve
January 22, 2019Same great team and amenities now under new ownership. Open for business! Cooperative Conference Center, formally Columbia Conference Center, is operational and ready to be your event venue of choice.…
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Associates on the rise at Stevens & Wilkinson
January 22, 2019Stevens & Wilkinson (S&W), a full-service architecture, engineering and interior design firm, announced the promotion of five key team members at its Columbia, S.C. office. “Promotions are always cause for…
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