Vanilla Flavored Memories
October 10, 2024
By Tom Poland Springs creaking, Granddad’s maroon Ford rattles down Mom and Dad’s long dirt driveway. Washouts make for a rough ride but that doesn’t stop Granddad. Here he…
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The Citadel Athletic Director Mike Capaccio to retire
October 10, 2024
After thirteen years at The Citadel, the last six years as Director of Athletics, Mike Capaccio announced his retirement as athletics director. Capaccio has spent more than 40 years in…
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City of Charleston mobilizes Mayor Cogswell’s active flood mitigation plan ahead of Hurricane Milton
October 10, 2024
In preparation for expected major tidal flooding from Hurricane Milton, the City of Charleston has activated Mayor Cogswell’s Active Flood Mitigation Plan. Key Updates Major Flooding Expected: Hurricane Milton’s high northeast…
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Berkeley Animal Center issues moratorium amid overcrowding
October 10, 2024
Shelter operating at max capacity Berkeley Animal Center is implementing an emergency moratorium on animal intakes due to overcrowding. Effective immediately, the shelter will only accept animals that are injured,…
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Palmetto Park Jam featuring Idlewild Revival set for Oct. 13
October 10, 2024
Palmetto Park Jam is back this fall with the sounds of the Allman Brothers! This live music event at Mount Pleasant Palmetto Islands County Park on Sunday, October 13 will…
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Officials warn of major flooding today; urge residents to take caution
October 10, 2024
The City of Charleston warns residents of major tidal flooding expected between 12:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. Hurricane Milton’s high northeast winds, storm surge, and projected 8.1 to 8.3-foot-high tide…
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Helping Hands of Georgetown receives $100,000 grant from Power:Ed to support more students in its Youth Empowerment Program over the next two years
October 10, 2024
Helping Hands of Georgetown County, has been awarded a $100,000 two-year grant from Power:Ed, the philanthropy of SC Student Loan Corporation, to support expanding HHG’s Youth Empowerment Program, (YEP) in…
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The Beach Company announces grand opening of Stono Oaks apartments
October 9, 2024
The Beach Company announced the grand opening of Stono Oaks, a new 240-unit apartment community on Johns Island. The grand opening event, held on October 3, featured live music, refreshments…
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Scramblers Golf is coming to Johns Island
October 9, 2024
Taylor Sekanovich of Harbor Commercial Partners represented Scramblers Golf Club in a lease of 1,560 SF of retail space at 3303 Maybank Hwy, Unit 101 in Johns Island. The Landlord,…
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Liquid Renovations extends North Charleston lease
October 9, 2024
Todd Garrett, CCIM, SIOR, Tradd Varner, SIOR, and Crawford Riddle of Harbor Commercial Partners facilitated a lease renewal for 4,000 SF of industrial space at 3333- C&D Marathon Court in…
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MUSC Health’s contract with Humana Medicare Advantage and Humana’s Healthy Horizons Medicaid Insurance expires Dec. 31, 2024
October 9, 2024
As of Dec. 31, 2024, MUSC Health’s contract with the Humana Medicare Advantage product and Humana’s Healthy Horizons Medicaid product will end. Patients will need to switch plans or find…
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84 Lumber grows South Carolina footprint with new operation in Clarendon County
October 9, 2024
$13.4 million investment will create 78 new jobs FAST FACTS 84 Lumber selects Clarendon County to establish the company’s second component plant in South Carolina. The company’s $13.4 million investment…
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Santee Cooper announces organizational changes within generation management
October 9, 2024
Santee Cooper has strengthened its generation management team with the recent appointments of Darla Barnette as Manager of Renewable Generation and Ged Moree as Manager of Winyah Generating Station. Both…
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Nexton announces new addition to community builder program
October 9, 2024
Nexton, the most innovative and walkable community in South Carolina, announced the addition of Stanley Martin Homes, one of the nation’s fastest-growing homebuilders, to the community’s builder program. With plans…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Andrew Trumbull, Clayton Wynne, Lowcountry Kettle
October 8, 2024
The Who’s on the Move, Entrepreneur Minute is an interview in support of the undeniable impact that entrepreneurs have on our communities. We will be highlighting 20 entrepreneurs in each of…
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MUSC Health collaborates with partners and affiliates statewide to ensure continuity of care amid IV fluid supply chain challenges
October 8, 2024
MUSC emergency departments, trauma and elective surgeries are all operating under normal conditions The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) Health system is dedicated to maintaining high-quality surgical and procedural…
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Charleston Southern makes U.S. News & World Report’s Best Colleges list
October 8, 2024
Charleston Southern University is once again listed on U.S. News & World Report’s Best Colleges list, ranking in the Regional Universities South for Best Colleges, Best Colleges for Veterans, and…
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Lakeland Capital announces new hire
October 8, 2024
Lakeland Capital, a Charleston-based private, multifamily investment company active in select East Coast markets, recently announced a new hire joining the company’s Charleston office. Andrew Yancey has joined Lakeland Capital…
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Roper St. Francis Healthcare begins initial site development on Johnnie Dodds Boulevard
October 8, 2024
“As our population advances, our healthcare needs to advance…” Roper St. Francis Healthcare has reached a significant milestone in its commitment to expand healthcare access in Mount Pleasant with the…
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MUSC Shawn Jenkins Children’s Hospital’s heart program claims No. 2 spot in country
October 8, 2024
The already highly successful cardiology team at the MUSC Shawn Jenkins Children’s Hospital has risen another two spots to become the No. 2 Pediatric Cardiology & Heart Surgery program in the country in newly…
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South Carolina Brewers Guild announces Annual Beerfest – Oct 12
October 8, 2024
The festival will take place October 12, 2024 at Segra Park in Columbia, SC The South Carolina Brewer’s Guild (SCBG) has announced their annual beerfest, with a new name, updated…
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Charleston Learning Center announces Women in STEM series
October 8, 2024
Charleston Digital announced the expansion of its education offerings with the addition of a four-part Women in STEM series. The Women in STEM classes will begin on weekday evenings, starting…
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Chili 5K Trail Run and Walk set for Nov. 2 at Laurel Hill County Park
October 8, 2024
New Kids Dash added this year! Charleston County Parks hosts the Chili 5K trail run and walk at beautiful Laurel Hill County Park, on Saturday, Nov. 2. Registration is open…
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South Carolina Small Business Development Centers (SC SBDC) names Jim Johnson 2024 State Star for his contributions to the economic development of South Carolina
October 7, 2024
Agribusiness and Food Systems Business Consultant with the South Carolina Small Business Development Centers (SC SBDC), Jim Johnson, was recently selected as the 2024 South Carolina State Star. The State…
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City of Charleston Fire and Police departments unite for Hurricane Helene relief: volunteer and donation efforts underway
October 7, 2024
Hurricane Helene devastated communities the Upstate and in North Carolina. People have lost their homes, businesses, and many are still without power or cell service. The City of Charleston’s Police…
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Voter registration deadline in South Carolina extended to October 14
October 7, 2024
The deadline to register to vote in South Carolina ahead of the 2024 General Election has been extended to Monday, October 14, 2024. To vote in South Carolina, state law requires a person…
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Tenant representation in North Charleston
October 4, 2024
Todd Garrett, CCIM, SIOR, Tradd Varner, SIOR, and Crawford Riddle of Harbor Commercial represented the Tenant, Yellowstone Landscape – Southeast LLC, in a lease of 1.44 acres located at 2819…
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Sam Rittenberg retail space leased
October 4, 2024
David Newman and Walter Reid of Harbor Commercial Partners represented the Tenant, Izzie Mac LLC, in a lease of 1,000 SF of retail space located at 1124 Sam Rittenberg Boulevard,…
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Tom & Huck Distillers unveil LIVE Straight Bourbon Whiskey: A Melody in Every Pour
October 4, 2024
A staple of the bourbon lineup delivers a bold and harmonious taste to celebrate live music From the makers of Firefly Distillery, Tom and Huck Distillers just released a new…
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South Carolina recognizes National Manufacturing Day, dedicates October as SC Manufacturing Month
October 4, 2024
Governor Henry McMaster has once again issued a proclamation recognizing October 4, 2024, as National Manufacturing Day and dedicating October as South Carolina Manufacturing Month. “National Manufacturing Day and South…
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AT&T donates $300,000 to support communities affected by Hurricane Helene
October 3, 2024
AT&T is also supporting its employees affected by the disaster and is matching 100% of employee relief contributions to select organizations Key Takeaways: AT&T is contributing $300,000 to assist communities…
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Charleston Metro Chamber and CRDA release Talent Demand Study that indicates 35,000 net new jobs in the next four years
October 3, 2024
The Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with the Charleston Regional Development Alliance (CRDA), has released the Talent Demand Study 2024. This comprehensive analysis serves as a key resource…
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Lease renewal in North Charleston
October 3, 2024
Todd Garrett, CCIM, SIOR, Tradd Varner, SIOR, and Crawford Riddle of Harbor Commercial represented the Tenant, Fairway Lawns LLC, in a lease renewal of 15,200 SF of industrial space located…
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Office space leased on Wappoo Road
October 3, 2024
Vitré Ravenel Stephens of Harbor Commercial Partners represented the Landlord, Marcus A. LLC, in the lease of 2,170 SF of office space at 718 Wappoo Road Unit B in Charleston.…
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Colliers Charleston Office Report: Performance mixed as top-end rents accelerate
October 3, 2024
Commercial Real Estate Research & Forecast Report Q3 2024 Charleston Office Market Highlights Charleston’s office market continues to experience high overall vacancy and record high rental rates as the…
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Historic Rutledge Tomb protected by Lowcountry Land Trust and Phillips Community Association, transforms into community park in Phillips
October 3, 2024
Lowcountry Land Trust, the nonprofit dedicated to protecting Lowcountry land and water forever, in partnership with the Phillips Community Association and its residents, is proud to announce the protection of…
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Jonathan Nazeer joins SC Association for Community Economic Development as Capacity Building Program Director
October 3, 2024
South Carolina Association for Community Economic Development (SCACED) announced the appointment of Jonathan Nazeer as Capacity Building Program Director. In his role, Nazeer will administer several programs designed to build…
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The Longshoremen’s strike and its impact in South Carolina
October 3, 2024
By Staff Writer Nearly 50,000 members of the International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) walked off the job Tuesday, October 1, in a strike that is set to disrupt operations at 36…
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Ingevity announces CEO transition as Fortson departs company
October 3, 2024
Fernandez-Moreno appointed as interim president and CEO NORTH CHARLESTON, SC – Ingevity Corporation (NYSE: NGVT) announced that John Fortson has departed as president and chief executive officer and from the…
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Court rules federal Trade Secrets law applies to conduct and sales outside the U.S.
October 3, 2024
By David Dubberly On July 2, 2024, in Motorola Solutions, Inc. v. Hytera Communications Corp. Ltd., 108 F.4th 458 (7th Cir. 2024), the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh…
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FEMA specialists in South Carolina after Hurricane Helene
October 3, 2024
FEMA Disaster Survivor Assistance crews are in South Carolina neighborhoods helping people apply for FEMA assistance after Hurricane Helene. DSA specialist wear FEMA attire and have federal photo identification badges.…
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Hilton Head Island highlights regional arts and culture during the 2024 annual Crescendo Celebration
October 2, 2024
The Town of Hilton Head Island’s Office of Cultural Affairs and the Arts Council of Hilton Head are thrilled to announce the seventh annual Crescendo Celebration of Arts & Culture, scheduled…
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Winkler Group announces key promotions to drive national growth and transform nonprofit fundraising
October 2, 2024
The Winkler Group, a national fundraising consulting firm known for driving transformative growth in the nonprofit sector, has promoted Rachel Santos to Director of Marketing and Jennifer Morgan to Senior…
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Santee Cooper planning for near-record spill
October 2, 2024
Santee Cooper expects near-historic water flows coming from North Carolina and making their way downstream into Lake Marion. The utility began drawing down the lake last week to make room…
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SCRA announces new Member Companies and grant funding
October 2, 2024
JVPro, Qatalyst Health, and Storybutton were accepted as South Carolina Research Authority Member Companies. FSI Advanced Research, LifeTagger, Little Beeings, and SMPL-C received new grant funding. All SCRA Member Companies…
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Charleston retains title of No. 1 small city in the U.S. in Condé Nast Traveler readers’ Choice Awards
October 2, 2024
For the third consecutive year, and 13th time in the last 14 years, Charleston has been named the most popular city in the U.S. by Condé Nast Traveler readers. The…
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Fripp Island Golf & Beach Resort completes multi-million dollar Ocean Point golf links renovation
October 2, 2024
The modernized Dye Designs layout is now open Fripp Island Golf & Beach Resort announced the completion of an extensive multi-million dollar renovation of its acclaimed Ocean Point golf course,…
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Top-Ten American and Charleston local Emma Navarro to compete in hometown Hologic WTA Tour Tournament
October 2, 2024
World No. 8 and US Open semifinalist will compete in the Credit One Charleston Open for the sixth time 2024 US Open semifinalist, Olympian and World No. 8 Emma Navarro…
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South Carolina Chamber of Commerce names W. Tobin Cassels III 2024 Business Leader of the Year
October 2, 2024
The South Carolina Chamber of Commerce (SC Chamber) announced Southeastern Freight Lines President W. ‘Tobin’ Cassels III as the 2024 recipient of the organization’s annual Business Leader of the Year…
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Spectrum commits $1 million to Hurricane Helene recovery efforts
October 2, 2024
Includes $250,000 in Cash Contributions and $750,000 in PSAs to Relief Organizations Nearly 90,000 WiFi Access Points Opened to Keep Communities Connected Spectrum announced it has committed $1 million, including…
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