Gallivan, White & Boyd, P.A. named “Best Law Firm” by U.S. News and Best Lawyers in America
November 1, 2016
Gallivan, White & Boyd, P.A. has been listed in 2017 “Best Law Firms” by U.S. News & World Report and Best Lawyers®. The firm was recognized regionally in 20 practice…
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Gallivan, White & Boyd, P.A. named “Best Law Firm” by U.S. News and Best Lawyers in America
November 1, 2016
Gallivan, White & Boyd, P.A. has been listed in 2017 “Best Law Firms” by U.S. News & World Report and Best Lawyers®. The firm was recognized regionally in 20 practice…
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Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd recognized in 2017 “Best Law Firms” list
November 1, 2016U.S. News & World Report and Best Lawyers® released their 2017 “Best Law Firms” list, which included Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A., for the 7th consecutive year. The Firm has been…
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McNair receives national and metropolitan honors in 2017 Best Law Firms
November 1, 2016
McNair Law Firm has been named a top-tier firm by U.S. News – Best Lawyers® in its 2017 “Best Law Firms” rankings. In total, McNair earned its first national ranking…
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McNair receives national and metropolitan honors in 2017 Best Law Firms
November 1, 2016
McNair Law Firm has been named a top-tier firm by U.S. News – Best Lawyers® in its 2017 “Best Law Firms” rankings. In total, McNair earned its first national ranking…
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Glasspro sponsoring A Concert for Heroes to benefit the American Red Cross
November 1, 2016
As they celebrate their 21st anniversary, Glasspro is recognizing the 100 years of service that the American Red Cross has provided to the Lowcountry by hosting A Concert for Heroes.…
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Callison Tighe listed in 2017 edition of Best Law Firms in America
November 1, 2016
Callison Tighe & Robinson is listed as a top-tier firm in the just-released 2017 edition of Best Law Firms in America in two practice areas each in employment law and…
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Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd recognized in 2017 “Best Law Firms” list
November 1, 2016
U.S. News & World Report and Best Lawyers® released their 2017 “Best Law Firms” list, which included Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A., for the 7th consecutive year. The Firm has been…
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Three additional counties affected by Hurricane Matthew eligible for Disaster Unemployment Assistance
October 31, 2016
Gov. Nikki Haley and the S.C. Department of Employment and Workforce announced today that Berkeley, Charleston, and Chesterfield counties are eligible for Disaster Unemployment Assistance (DUA). Funds will be made…
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Financial assistance increases as health insurance premiums increase
October 31, 2016
South Carolinians will be relieved to know that the Affordable Care Act protects consumers as it was designed to do with financial assistance increasing along with premiums. 8 out of…
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Matt Orville joins Nelson Mullins’ Litigation Group in Charleston
October 31, 2016
Matthew W. Orville has joined the Charleston office of Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP as an associate where he focuses his practice primarily on complex commercial litigation. Mr. Orville…
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S.C. Department of Commerce announces Deputy Director of Workforce Development
October 31, 2016The S.C. Department of Commerce announced that Elisabeth M. Kovacs has been promoted to Deputy Director of Workforce Development. Kovacs will be responsible for day-to-day activities regarding the state’s new Coordinating…
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First Reliance reports record 3Q16 pre-tax income of $1.6 million
October 31, 2016
FLORENCE, SC – First Reliance Bancshares, Inc. (OTC: FSRL), the holding company (the “Company”) for First Reliance Bank (the “Bank”), reported third quarter 2016 pre-tax profits of $1,592,616. This is…
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Clemson and USC kick-off Palmetto Series Food Drive to benefit Harvest Hope and Golden Harvest
October 31, 2016
The University of South Carolina and Clemson University launched the Certified SC Grown Palmetto Series Food Drive in a coordinated effort to benefit Harvest Hope Food Bank and Golden Harvest…
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Clemson and USC kick-off Palmetto Series Food Drive to benefit Harvest Hope and Golden Harvest
October 31, 2016
The University of South Carolina and Clemson University launched the Certified SC Grown Palmetto Series Food Drive in a coordinated effort to benefit Harvest Hope Food Bank and Golden Harvest…
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Hon. Rita Allison and Hayne Hipp to receive David H. Wilkins Awards for Excellence
October 31, 2016
Furman University’s Riley Institute has announced the winners of its David H. Wilkins Awards for Excellence. The Honorable Rita Allison (R-District 36) will be awarded the David H. Wilkins Award…
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Hon. Rita Allison and Hayne Hipp to receive David H. Wilkins Awards for Excellence
October 31, 2016
Furman University’s Riley Institute has announced the winners of its David H. Wilkins Awards for Excellence. The Honorable Rita Allison (R-District 36) will be awarded the David H. Wilkins Award…
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Disaster Recovery Center opens In Beaufort County to help Hurricane Matthew survivors
October 31, 2016A disaster recovery center is now open in Beaufort to help residents with damages and losses from Hurricane Matthew. The Beaufort County center will be open Monday through Wednesday until further notice.…
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Ronald McDonald House of Charleston will receive Five Star treatment during its ninth annual ‘Five Star Day’
October 31, 2016
Courtesy of Forbes Five Star Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort For the ninth consecutive year, The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort will bring the season of giving to…
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Significant progress made in SC Behavioral Health Services and Supports
October 31, 2016The South Carolina Institute of Medicine & Public Health (IMPH) released the first annual Progress Report presenting a status update on each recommendation from May 2015’s Behavioral Health Taskforce report,…
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Significant progress made in SC Behavioral Health Services and Supports
October 31, 2016
The South Carolina Institute of Medicine & Public Health (IMPH) released the first annual Progress Report presenting a status update on each recommendation from May 2015’s Behavioral Health Taskforce report,…
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Multiple Listing Service of Hilton Head Island hires former U.S. Marine for member services
October 30, 2016
The Multiple Listing Service of Hilton Head Island (HHIMLS) has hired Lance Sutton as its Member Services Associate. Sutton is responsible for providing support on all HHIMLS technology-based products, maintaining…
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Second annual Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Beach Walk set for November 5
October 30, 2016
Vacation Myrtle Beach resort group teams with American Cancer Society for the event The Vacation Myrtle Beach resort group is in its second year in a partnership with the American…
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Blackbaud to announce unprecedented number of innovations at annual conference for social good community
October 30, 2016
Software leader kicks off bbcon 2016 with launch of Blackbaud Institute for Philanthropic Impact Blackbaud, the world’s leading cloud software company powering social good, welcomed thousands of change-makers for its…
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SC Works commences second phase of talent pipeline development
October 30, 2016
The Department of Employment and Workforce (DEW) announced that Maher & Maher, a talent development consulting firm from New Jersey, will manage the development and implementation of SC Works Phase…
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SC Works commences second phase of talent pipeline development
October 30, 2016
The Department of Employment and Workforce (DEW) announced that Maher & Maher, a talent development consulting firm from New Jersey, will manage the development and implementation of SC Works Phase…
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Charleston Mayor Tecklenburg withdraws I-526 proposal to SIB Board
October 28, 2016
Charleston Mayor John Tecklenburg sent the following letter to the State Infrastructure Bank (SIB) Board Chairman Vincent Graham withdrawing his and County Council Chairman Elliott Summey’s proposal to link the…
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Frampton Construction breaks ground on senior living facility
October 28, 2016
Frampton Construction Company, LLC, a regional full-service construction firm providing planning and design support, preconstruction, construction services, and sustainability services throughout the Carolinas, started a new project October 17, breaking…
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Caldwell Commercial employee passes state and national SC Real Estate Exam
October 28, 2016Caldwell Commercial announced that their tenant services coordinator, Katie Chinlund passed the SC Real Estate Salesperson State and National Exams. Congratulations Katie! Caldwell Commercial offers real estate services for the…
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Caldwell Commercial employee passes state and national SC Real Estate Exam
October 28, 2016
Caldwell Commercial announced that their tenant services coordinator, Katie Chinlund passed the SC Real Estate Salesperson State and National Exams. Congratulations Katie! Caldwell Commercial offers real estate services for the…
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Inez Tenenbaum joins Wyche
October 27, 2016Inez Tenenbaum, former Chairman of the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) and former South Carolina State Superintendent of Education, has joined Wyche, P.A. Tenenbaum will focus her practice…
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South Carolina is ready for business with access to the fastest internet available in the nation
October 27, 2016
“GigUP South Carolina” Lays Groundwork for Expanding Economic Development Privately owned Spirit Communications with its member-owners of South Carolina-based telecom companies announced the kick-off of their “GigUP South Carolina” campaign.…
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South Carolina is ready for business with access to the fastest internet available in the nation
October 27, 2016
“GigUP South Carolina” Lays Groundwork for Expanding Economic Development Privately owned Spirit Communications with its member-owners of South Carolina-based telecom companies announced the kick-off of their “GigUP South Carolina” campaign.…
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Inez Tenenbaum joins Wyche
October 27, 2016
Inez Tenenbaum, former Chairman of the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) and former South Carolina State Superintendent of Education, has joined Wyche, P.A. Tenenbaum will focus her practice…
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CBRE Brokers sale/leaseback of Boy Scouts of America Coastal Carolina Council headquarters
October 27, 2016
CBRE Group, Inc. has arranged the sale of the Coastal Carolina Council of the Boys Scouts of America headquarters located at 1025 Sam Rittenberg Boulevard in Charleston, South Carolina. Michael…
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Christmastime is Nunsense Time at The Footlight Players
October 26, 2016It is Christmastime at Mount Saint Helen’s School, and The Little Sisters of Hoboken are about to put on their annual Christmas program, a ballet based on “The Nutcracker” starring…
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J.K. Gourdin Elementary receives $5,600 through Rack Room Shoes that fit
October 26, 2016
J.K. Gourdin Elementary School, located at 1649 Highway 45 in Pineville, received a $5,600 Rack Room Shoes That Fit award for the third year in a row. “I am overwhelmed…
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BCSD students show strong performance on state testing
October 26, 2016
The South Carolina State Department of Education released each district’s state assessment scores on Tuesday, October 18. Results showed Berkeley County School District (BCSD) students outperformed students across the state…
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Disaster recovery centers open in Dorchester and Williamsburg counties to help Hurricane Matthew survivors
October 26, 2016Disaster recovery centers are now open in Kingstree and Summerville to help residents with damages and losses from Hurricane Matthew. The Dorchester County and Williamsburg County centers will be open Monday through…
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Public assistance for storm damage, response costs approved for additional counties
October 26, 2016Eight additional counties were approved for all categories of Public Assistance to help them recover from the Hurricane Matthew, including: Calhoun, Charleston, Clarendon, Chesterfield, Darlington, Kershaw, Marlboro and Richland. This assistance from…
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Ashley Rogers named CresCom Bank’s Assistant Branch Manager/Bank Officer for its Summerville Branch
October 26, 2016
CresCom Bank, the community-banking leader within the Carolinas, is pleased to name Ashley Rogers assistant branch manager/ bank officer for its Summerville branch. Rogers began her career with CresCom Bank…
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Quarterly earnings grow 37 ercent at South Atlantic Bancshares, Inc. third quarter performance best in company’s history
October 26, 2016
These figures represent the company’s best quarterly performance in its nine-year history, and a 37.1 percent increase in net income when compared to the third quarter 2015. Net income for…
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Court grants final approval of Volkswagen “Clean Diesel” class settlement program for 2-0 liter vehicles
October 26, 2016U.S. District Court Judge Charles R. Breyer of the Northern District of California issued a decision approving the settlement program for people who owned or leased a Volkswagen or Audi 2.0-liter…
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DHEC and BCN partners working together to help more women access breast cancer screenings
October 26, 2016With Breast Cancer Awareness Month coming to a close, the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) and the Best Chance Network (BCN) are taking this opportunity to remind…
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Sonoco names John Florence Corporate Vice President, General Counsel, Secretary
October 26, 2016
Sonoco, one of the largest diversified global packaging companies, has named John Florence its Corporate Vice President, General Counsel and Secretary. In this new position, Florence reports to Sonoco’s President and…
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Folly Beach Goes Green
October 26, 2016
Folly Beach made history when City Council passed a new ordinance banning specific items that raise a potential risk to the environment and its inhabitants. Beachgoers will no longer be…
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CBRE Brokers sale/leaseback of Boy Scouts of America Coastal Carolina Council headquarters
October 26, 2016CBRE Group, Inc. has arranged the sale of the Coastal Carolina Council of the Boys Scouts of America headquarters located at 1025 Sam Rittenberg Boulevard in Charleston, South Carolina. Michael…
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Fellow Amy Crockett, MD, wins $100,000 McNulty Prize for Liberty Fellowship Project improving birth outcomes
October 26, 2016The Aspen Institute and Trustee Anne Welsh McNulty today announced Dr. Amy Crockett as the recipient of the ninth annual John P. McNulty Prize for her Liberty Fellowship project –…
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City of Charleston Hurricane Matthew recovery update October 26, 2016
October 26, 2016
Today, a total of 34 trucks were out in the City of Charleston collecting trash and debris, with City crews continuing to work 12-hour shifts. Both city and contractor…
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Sedgefield Intermediate receives Whole Child Award
October 26, 2016
Sedgefield Intermediate School (SFI) received the Whole Child Award at the 2016 South Carolina Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development’s (SC ASCD) Fall Conference in Columbia, on Friday, October…
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