South Carolina Association of Technical College Commissioners announces new board
December 1, 2016
The South Carolina Association of Technical College Commissioners announces the election of new board members, appointed in June for terms to run two years. Herbert Watts, who serves on the…
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SCRA announces investments in three SC Launch companies
December 1, 2016SCRA’s SC Launch program announced investments in three South Carolina companies. VRM Labs, APP Squared and Tradeversity received funding ranging from $100,000 to $200,000. The SC Launch program is SCRA’s…
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SCRA announces investments in three SC Launch companies
December 1, 2016
SCRA’s SC Launch program announced investments in three South Carolina companies. VRM Labs, APP Squared and Tradeversity received funding ranging from $100,000 to $200,000. The SC Launch program is SCRA’s…
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CARTA unveils fleet of new downtown shuttles
December 1, 2016
The Charleston Area Regional Transportation Authority (CARTA) is pleased to announce the arrival of seven new Downtown Shuttle (DASH) vehicles that will enhance the transit experience for a growing ridership…
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IT consulting firm EDTS adds Philip Linehan to sales team
December 1, 2016
Veteran sales professional Philip J. Linehan has joined EDTS, a regional technology consulting firm that specializes in providing managed I.T. services, network security and advanced infrastructure solutions to organizations across…
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Jackson County Tourism Development Authority unveils new website, tourism campaign
December 1, 2016
Updated photo galleries, hiking trails and maps, a blog, tourism video and an event calendar are just a few helpful resources included on the new Jackson County Tourism Development Authority’s…
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Sonoco announces senior leadership changes
November 30, 2016
Tiede Appointed Chief Operating Officer; Arthur, Coker and Fuller Promoted to Senior VP of Company’s Global Businesses Sonoco (NYSE:SON), one of the largest global diversified packaging companies, today announced several…
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North & South Carolina rank in top 6 in the country in the Merit Shop Scorecard
November 30, 2016
The Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) released its annual “Building America: The Merit Shop Scorecard,” which reviews and grades state-specific policies and information significant to the success of the commercial…
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Ashland expanding operations in Greenville County
November 30, 2016
Ashland, a premier global specialty chemicals company, is expanding its existing Greenville County operations in order to accommodate continued growth. This new expansion is projected to bring at least $5.6…
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CresCom Bank Promotes Bill Langfitt to Senior Vice President
November 30, 2016
CresCom Bank, the community-banking leader within the Carolinas, is pleased to announce the promotion of Bill Langfitt to senior vice president. Langfitt joined CresCom Bank in March of 2012 as…
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DHEC encourages HIV testing in recognition of World AIDS Day 2016
November 30, 2016
World AIDS Day is December 1, and the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) is encouraging South Carolinians to get tested, the agency announced today. “More than…
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DHEC encourages HIV testing in recognition of World AIDS Day 2016
November 30, 2016
World AIDS Day is December 1, and the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) is encouraging South Carolinians to get tested, the agency announced today. “More than…
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College of Charleston MBA Program resumes free, monthly information sessions
November 30, 2016
Choosing the right MBA program can be a challenge – but getting information shouldn’t be. Meet, mingle and discover the benefits of a degree from the College of Charleston’s global…
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Safran expands existing Charleston County operations
November 29, 2016
Safran – a leading provider of systems and equipment for aircraft, including the Boeing 787 Dreamliner – has expanded its Charleston County footprint by constructing a new facility adjacent to…
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Will Ralston hired as preconstruction manager, Charleston office
November 29, 2016
Mashburn Construction welcomed Will Ralston to the Charleston office. Will joins Mashburn with Bachelor of Science and Master Degrees from Auburn University’s School of Building Science. He has held positions…
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Avison Young land sale | 0 Ladson Road
November 29, 2016
Avison Young commercial real estate announced that Johnny Bevon, CCIM represented Deli-Boi 4, LLC in the purchase of 3.96 acres of land located at 0 Ladson Road in Ladson, South…
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CresCom Bank expands team with new hires this November
November 29, 2016
CresCom Bank, the community-banking leader within the Carolinas, introduces new team members to its branches this month. These new members include: Myrtle Beach, S.C. Geordan Miller joins CresCom Bank…
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CresCom Bank expands team with new hires this November
November 29, 2016
CresCom Bank, the community-banking leader within the Carolinas, introduces new team members to its branches this month. These new members include: Myrtle Beach, S.C. Geordan Miller joins CresCom Bank…
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Home-based, telemental health care delivers better quality of life for veterans
November 29, 2016Home-based telemental health care for depression is well received by patients and delivers as good a quality of life as in-person visits, according to the results of a clinical trial…
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Announcing the 2017 Workforce Innovator Awards!
November 29, 2016South Carolina is experiencing unprecedented economic development growth. This growth, coupled with the retirement of our baby boomers, mandates increased workforce training. The S.C. Chamber of Commerce’s Workforce Innovator Awards…
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Announcing the 2017 Workforce Innovator Awards!
November 29, 2016
South Carolina is experiencing unprecedented economic development growth. This growth, coupled with the retirement of our baby boomers, mandates increased workforce training. The S.C. Chamber of Commerce’s Workforce Innovator Awards…
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Enjoy free CCPL programs in December
November 29, 2016
Get into the holiday spirit, and check out the wide variety of free classes, exhibits and events geared toward adults throughout December. SPECIAL EVENTS A Love of Nature Saturday, December…
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Statements on Cathy Novinger & Judy Davis
November 28, 2016
South Carolina Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Ted Pitts released the following statement on the passing of two of South Carolina’s Business Leaders, Cathy Novinger and Judy Davis, who…
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Lee & Associates Charleston represented the buyer in the land sale in Moncks Corner, SC
November 28, 2016
Lee & Associates Charleston’s Lindsey Halter and Milton Thomas, CCIM, SIOR, represented the Buyer, David Lucarelli, in the 1.0 Acre Land Sale located at 2560 U.S Highway 52, Moncks Corner,…
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Boeing delivers 10th 787 Dreamliner to Vietnam Airlines
November 25, 2016
Boeing [NYSE: BA] and Vietnam Airlines celebrated the delivery of the flag carrier’s 10th 787-9 Dreamliner. “Vietnam Airlines is proud to welcome our 10th Boeing 787 Dreamliner on behalf of Vietnam…
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The Capital Corporation advises Bradford Industries
November 25, 2016The Capital Corporation is pleased to announce the sale of Bradford Industries, Inc., a Lowell, Massachusetts based producer of coated fabrics and textiles to Wembley Enterprises. Terms of the sale…
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The Capital Corporation advises Bradford Industries
November 25, 2016
The Capital Corporation is pleased to announce the sale of Bradford Industries, Inc., a Lowell, Massachusetts based producer of coated fabrics and textiles to Wembley Enterprises. Terms of the sale…
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Statement from Gov. Nikki Haley
November 23, 2016
Governor Nikki Haley today issued the following statement: “Six years ago, South Carolinians bestowed upon me the greatest honor of my life. They took a chance on a little-known, 38-year…
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Statement from Gov. Nikki Haley
November 23, 2016
Governor Nikki Haley today issued the following statement: “Six years ago, South Carolinians bestowed upon me the greatest honor of my life. They took a chance on a little-known, 38-year…
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Lee & Associates Charleston represented the landlord in the office space lease in North Charleston, SC
November 22, 2016
Lee & Associates Charleston’s Jon Chalfie and Miles Barkley represented the Landlord, BS1, LLC in the 1,336 SF office space lease located at 3300 W Montague Ave., North Charleston, South…
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Red Cross announces new additions to its Board of Directors
November 22, 2016The American Red Cross of Lowcountry SC announced that Mark McCain and David Dunlap have joined its Board of Directors. “I am honored to have David and Mark bringing both…
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Adger Solar investing $200 million in Clarendon County solar projects
November 22, 2016
Solar Farm Development To Bring $200 Million In New Investment Adger Solar, a clean energy development company, intends to invest $200 million in two separate solar farm projects in Clarendon…
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Adger Solar investing $200 million in Clarendon County solar projects
November 22, 2016
Solar Farm Development To Bring $200 Million In New Investment Adger Solar, a clean energy development company, intends to invest $200 million in two separate solar farm projects in Clarendon…
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Red Cross issues safe cooking tips as Thanksgiving approaches
November 22, 2016Thanksgiving is almost here – a time when many people will prepare a holiday feast with their loved ones. The American Red Cross has steps people can follow to stay…
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Red Cross announces new additions to its Board of Directors
November 22, 2016
The American Red Cross of Lowcountry SC announced that Mark McCain and David Dunlap have joined its Board of Directors. “I am honored to have David and Mark bringing both…
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Red Cross issues safe cooking tips as Thanksgiving approaches
November 22, 2016
Thanksgiving is almost here – a time when many people will prepare a holiday feast with their loved ones. The American Red Cross has steps people can follow to stay…
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Gov. Nikki Haley announces Hartley Powell as Revenue Director
November 21, 2016
COLUMBIA, SC – Governor Nikki Haley announced Hartley Powell as the next director of the South Carolina Department of Revenue (DOR). Powell, who served in South Carolina state government for…
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Avison Young Retail Lease | 920 Houston Northcutt Boulevard
November 21, 2016
Avison Young commercial real estate is pleased to announce that Vitré Stephens represented Mylkbar, LLC in the leasing of 1,150 sf retail space located at 920 Houston Northcutt Boulevard in…
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Avison Young Office Sale | 495 Jessen Lane
November 21, 2016
Avison Young commercial real estate is pleased to announce that Leslie M. Fellabom and Chris Fraser, CCIM represented Jessen Lane Holdings, LLC in the purchase of a 6,000 sf office…
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Wordless News
November 21, 2016The story here: 4 Things You Didn’t Know About Thanksgiving Wordless News is a project by illustrator + designer Maria Fabrizio. Wordless News is a weekday creative…
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Wordless News
November 21, 2016The story here: 4 Things You Didn’t Know About Thanksgiving Wordless News is a project by illustrator + designer Maria Fabrizio. Wordless News is a weekday creative…
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Colliers International South Carolina wins two national marketing awards from Colliers USA
November 21, 2016
South Carolina’s marketing team named a finalist in four categories for marketing and research, including Best New Business Proposal, Best New Marketing Intelligence Initiative, Best Property Marketing Campaign and Marketer…
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Colliers International South Carolina wins two national marketing awards from Colliers USA
November 21, 2016
South Carolina’s marketing team named a finalist in four categories for marketing and research, including Best New Business Proposal, Best New Marketing Intelligence Initiative, Best Property Marketing Campaign and Marketer…
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King Charles Inn announces Host a Hero this holiday season
November 21, 2016King Charles Inn, a historic downtown hotel, announced a new Host a Hero contest, honoring an inspirational figure in the area. With nominations running between Nov. 21-Dec. 5 on the…
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United Community Banks, Inc. completes customer conversion with Tidelands Bank
November 21, 2016
Following the merger with Tidelands Bancshares completed July 1, 2016, United Community Bank is pleased to announce that the conversion process for all Tidelands Bank customers is now complete. All…
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Open call for artists to submit designs for Citadel’s 175th celebration poster
November 21, 2016The Citadel is issuing an open call to artists around the state of South Carolina to submit designs to be considered for the poster commemorating the military college’s upcoming 175th…
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Charleston Southern receives $2.25 million Title 3 Grant
November 21, 2016
The United States Department of Education has notified Charleston Southern that the university has been selected to receive funding for a Title 3 project. The $2,249,700 award will be administered…
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Clarius Partners announces development of spec building at Omni Industrial Campus
November 21, 2016
Colliers International assigned leasing for the development A partnership affiliated with Chicago-based Clarius Partners, LLC and Wanxiang America Real Estate Group, LLC, who recently purchased approximately 43 acres of land…
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King Charles Inn announces Host a Hero this holiday season
November 21, 2016
King Charles Inn, a historic downtown hotel, announced a new Host a Hero contest, honoring an inspirational figure in the area. With nominations running between Nov. 21-Dec. 5 on the…
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South Carolina’s Employment Situation October 2016
November 18, 2016
Employment Continues Climb, Unemployment Rate Falls Again The South Carolina unemployment rate continued its downward trend in October as employment levels reached another record high. The seasonally adjusted unemployment rate…
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