ServiceMac locating new operations in Lancaster County, creating approximately 1,000 new jobs
December 19, 2018
$24 Million Investment in 100,000-square-foot Office Facility ServiceMac, a mortgage subservicing company, today announced plans to locate new operations in Lancaster County. The company’s $24 million capital investment is projected…
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Turbeville Insurance Agency recognized for third consecutive year in 2018 Grant Thornton South Carolina 100™
December 19, 2018
Turbeville Insurance Agency has been named to the 2018 Grant Thornton South Carolina 100™ (SC100), which ranks the state’s largest private companies by revenue. The complete list was released in…
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BlueCross employees volunteered 18,000 hours in 2018
December 19, 2018
In 2018, nearly 6,000 BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina employees logged 18,000 volunteer hours in support of established nonprofits, which translates into $444,420 in monetary value according to Independent Sector,…
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S.C. State Fair manager Nancy Smith receives national honorary degree as champion of agriculture
December 19, 2018
South Carolina State Fair general manager, Nancy L. Smith, recently was awarded an honorary American FFA Degree by the National FFA Organization. The award is given to those who advance…
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SCSBA secures settlement between Dominion Energy and SCE&G; Merger includes greater access to renewables, more utility transparency
December 19, 2018
The South Carolina Solar Business Association (SCSBA) has entered into a merger agreement with SCE&G and Dominion Energy in support of the two companies’ merger. Working on behalf of its members, The…
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Director Sara Goldsby to continue leading S.C. Department of Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse Services
December 19, 2018
Governor Henry McMaster announced that Sara Goldsby will continue serving as the director of the South Carolina Department of Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse Services (DAODAS). Governor McMaster appointed Director…
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Lindsey Culley joins Mashburn Construction
December 19, 2018Mashburn Construction, announced the hire of Lindsey Culley as the Business Development and Marketing Coordinator for their Columbia office. Lindsey has six years of marketing and public relations experience. She…
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BIA announces 2018 member awards
December 19, 2018Members of the Building Industry Association of Central South Carolina (BIA) have selected Stan O’Brien, Paradime Construction, Inc. as the 2018 Byron Crosthwaite Builder Member of the Year Award. The…
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NAI Avant arranges ±4,425 SF office lease in Irmo
December 19, 2018NAI Avant announced South Carolina ENT Allergy & Sleep Medicine will occupy ±4,425 square feet of office space at 690 Columbiana Drive in Irmo, SC. Senior broker Jeff Hein, SIOR…
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Richland One employees raise nearly $90,000 for United Way of the Midlands
December 19, 2018Richland County School District One, a longtime supporter of the United Way of the Midlands, recently completed its 2018 United Way campaign, with employees contributing nearly $90,000. “We are grateful…
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NAI Avant facilitates ±28,775 SF industrial lease in Lexington
December 19, 2018NAI Avant announced the recent lease of a ±28,775 square foot industrial space located at 293 Industrial Drive in Lexington, SC. Broker Lee Bussell, Jr. represented the landlord, ACC Properties…
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Simplifying the Mortgage Application Process
December 19, 2018By Ann J. Beckwith Applying for a mortgage, especially for your first home purchase, can seem confusing and overwhelming for some people. Maybe you struggle to stay organized with…
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Merry Christmas for Adopted Family
December 19, 2018Capital Rotary Club adopted a local family and provided gifts for the holiday season (shown in photo) as part of the 2018 Midlands Families Helping Families Christmas program, a Palmetto…
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Jerry Richardson commits $4 million matching grant for the Robert Hett Chapman III Center for Philanthropy
December 19, 2018The Spartanburg County Foundation announced that former Carolina Panthers owner and long-time Spartanburg resident and businessman Jerry Richardson has committed a $4 million matching gift to the recently-announced Robert Hett…
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2019 MLK celebration keynote speakers and theme announced
December 19, 2018Charleston’s 10-day Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration, the largest and longest-running event of its kind in South Carolina, will be headlined in January by Cynthia Bramlett Thompson, a…
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Baker Motor Company debuts new Porsche Charleston Facility
December 19, 2018Luxuriously Modern, 20,000-square-foot Facility Offers Customers More Inventory, Expanded Service Center Tommy Baker, Owner and President of Baker Motor Company, with award-winning dealerships in Charleston, SC and Wilmington, NC, announced…
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Costa Pleicones receives Honorary Degree from Francis Marion University
December 19, 2018Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd’s Costa Pleicones received an honorary doctorate of Humanities during Francis Marion University’s graduation on Saturday, December 15. Pleicones also served as the commencement speaker, focusing on the…
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SIB Fixed Cost Reduction acquires stake in legal bill analysis firm
December 19, 2018SIB Fixed Cost Reduction announced that it has acquired a stake in Santorian LLC, which helps organizations manage their legal invoices and identify overcharges and billing errors to assure they…
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Costa Pleicones receives Honorary Degree from Francis Marion University
December 19, 2018
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd’s Costa Pleicones received an honorary doctorate of Humanities during Francis Marion University’s graduation on Saturday, December 15. Pleicones also served as the commencement speaker, focusing on the…
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Simplifying the Mortgage Application Process
December 19, 2018
By Ann J. Beckwith Applying for a mortgage, especially for your first home purchase, can seem confusing and overwhelming for some people. Maybe you struggle to stay organized with…
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BIA announces 2018 member awards
December 19, 2018
Members of the Building Industry Association of Central South Carolina (BIA) have selected Stan O’Brien, Paradime Construction, Inc. as the 2018 Byron Crosthwaite Builder Member of the Year Award. The…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: construction, on-the-move
Merry Christmas for Adopted Family
December 19, 2018Capital Rotary Club adopted a local family and provided gifts for the holiday season (shown in photo) as part of the 2018 Midlands Families Helping Families Christmas program, a Palmetto…
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Lindsey Culley joins Mashburn Construction
December 19, 2018
Mashburn Construction, announced the hire of Lindsey Culley as the Business Development and Marketing Coordinator for their Columbia office. Lindsey has six years of marketing and public relations experience. She…
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Richland One employees raise nearly $90,000 for United Way of the Midlands
December 19, 2018
Richland County School District One, a longtime supporter of the United Way of the Midlands, recently completed its 2018 United Way campaign, with employees contributing nearly $90,000. “We are grateful…
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NAI Avant arranges ±4,425 SF office lease in Irmo
December 19, 2018
NAI Avant announced South Carolina ENT Allergy & Sleep Medicine will occupy ±4,425 square feet of office space at 690 Columbiana Drive in Irmo, SC. Senior broker Jeff Hein, SIOR…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: commercial-real-estate, on-the-move
NAI Avant facilitates ±28,775 SF industrial lease in Lexington
December 19, 2018
NAI Avant announced the recent lease of a ±28,775 square foot industrial space located at 293 Industrial Drive in Lexington, SC. Broker Lee Bussell, Jr. represented the landlord, ACC Properties…
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Museum Newsroom: Meet Santa and ride the SCSM N. Pole Express Train
December 18, 2018Tasting Tuesday, Dec. 18 The State Museum is open late until 8 p.m. Tuesday night for holiday shopping, South Carolina food product tastings, and samples of local beer in the…
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Greater Cayce West Columbia Chamber of Commerce supports West Columbia’s Triangle City TIF
December 18, 2018The Greater Cayce West Columbia Chamber of Commerce supports the City of West Columbia’s Triangle City Tax Increment Financing District (the “Triangle City TIF”). The City of West Columbia created…
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County of Lexington: Changes coming to child support payment program
December 18, 2018
On behalf of the Lexington County Clerk of Court’s Office: The prepaid debit card program that is utilized by residents throughout Lexington County to receive child support payments will end on…
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Toys for Tots “Fill the MRAP” campaign a success
December 18, 2018The annual Toys for Tots “Fill the MRAP” campaign ended on Tuesday, December 11, 2018, after a series of donation events that took place at Menchie’s Frozen Yogurt, Kmart, Target,…
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Small local logistics company receives Siemens 2018 Small Business Award
December 18, 2018Logisticus Projects Group, a diverse company specializing in Innovative Transportation, Project Management, and Technology Solutions, has been selected by Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy (SGRE) to receive the 2018 Small Business…
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Golden Angel Program brings holiday cheer to seniors
December 18, 2018On December 18th Palmetto Goodwill provided a holiday meal and gifts to 80 disadvantaged seniors at the Charleston Area Senior Center in downtown Charleston. Additional meals and gifts have been…
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Ascend Performance Materials growing Greenwood County operations
December 18, 2018
Chemical provider investing $35.2 million to accommodate continued growth Ascend Performance Materials (Ascend), a global provider of high-quality fibers, chemicals and plastics, is expanding its Greenwood County operations once again. To…
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Sherman College names faculty, staff member of the year
December 18, 2018Sherman College of Chiropractic recently honored Huarong Zhou, M.D., Ph.D., and Allen Duckworth in appreciation of their contributions, time and commitment to the college. Professor of Basic Sciences Huarong Zhou,…
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RealOp Investments acquires Charlotte office portfolio
December 18, 2018RealOp Investments, a real estate private equity firm, has purchased the 163,687-square-foot Arrowpoint II & III portfolio located in Charlotte’s Airport submarket. This is RealOp’s first office acquisition in Charlotte,…
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Infinity Marketing promotes Taylor Boyd to Senior Graphic Designer
December 18, 2018Infinity Marketing is proud to announce Taylor Boyd has been promoted Senior Graphic Designer, further enhancing its Creative & Production division. “Throughout her time with Infinity, Taylor has consistently demonstrated…
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Dale Carnegie SC wins award for highest franchise percent increase
December 18, 2018
Global brand Dale Carnegie honored its top-performing franchisees across more than 90 countries and all 50 states at this month’s 2018 International Conference, held in Orlando, FL. Leadership Management and…
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Colliers International welcomes Alia Bostaji as Brokerage Associate in Columbia
December 17, 2018
Colliers International | South Carolina announced that Alia Bostaji has joined the commercial real estate firm as a Brokerage Associate specializing in general commercial and hospitality properties. “Alia is a…
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WREN welcomes A’ja Wilson as Keynote Speaker for annual summit
December 17, 2018
Women’s Rights and Empowerment Network (WREN) will be hosting their third annual state-wide summit on April 1st, 2019 at the Columbia Museum of Art in downtown Columbia. This year WREN welcomes keynote speaker A’ja…
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American Airlines to begin nonstop service to New York
December 17, 2018
American Airlines has announced nonstop service to New York/LaGuardia (LGA) Airport from Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) beginning May 3, 2019. The daily service will depart CAE at 6:55 a.m. and…
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Dale Carnegie SC wins award for highest franchise percent increase
December 17, 2018Global brand Dale Carnegie honored its top-performing franchisees across more than 90 countries and all 50 states at this month’s 2018 International Conference, held in Orlando, FL. Leadership Management and…
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Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Dream Keeper Scholarship Awards Program
December 17, 2018Applications Due December 19, 2019 The City of Columbia is accepting nominations for the 2019 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Dream Keeper Scholarship Awards through Wednesday, December 19, 2018. The Dream…
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Mayor Benjamin accepts national Sierra Club award at local chapter meeting
December 17, 2018
Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin accepted the national Sierra ClubDistinguished Achievement Award on Thursday, Dec. 13 at the John Bachman Group of the South Carolina Chapter of the Sierra Club’s holiday…
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Let’s recognize those who give of themselves to make a difference
December 17, 2018
By Richard Eckstrom, CPA, SC Comptroller Given how bad news tends to dominate headlines – and how misdeeds are far more likely to find their way onto the nightly…
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Director Josh Baker to continue leading S.C. Department of Health and Human Services
December 17, 2018Governor Henry McMaster today announced that Josh Baker will continue serving as the director of the South Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (SCDHHS). Governor McMaster appointed Director Baker…
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Lindsey Culley joins Mashburn Construction’s Columbia office
December 17, 2018
Mashburn Construction, announced the hire of Lindsey Culley as the Business Development and Marketing Coordinator for their Columbia office. Lindsey has six years of marketing and public relations experience. She…
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Top Grossing Movies – December 17
December 17, 2018
Theatrical grosses from comScore Week of 12/14/2018 to 12/20/2018 Rank Title Rating Distributor Weeks Weekend Locs Weekend Gross Cumulative 1 Spider-Man: Into The Spider-Verse PG Sony 1 3,813 $35,363,376…
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First Horizon releases inaugural Corporate Social Responsibility Report
December 17, 2018First Horizon National Corp. today released its inaugural Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Report, which highlights the company’s impact and outlines its commitment to its communities, employees, and customers. The report,…
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Local community resource suffers catastrophic damage due to winter storm
December 17, 2018On Sunday December 9th, United Way of the Piedmont’s Gifts in Kind Center (GIKC) suffered catastrophic structural damage due to the weight of snow and ice from the weekend’s winter…
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Jasmine Smith named to board of SC Women Lawyers Association
December 17, 2018Jasmine Smith of Columbia, an attorney with Robinson Gray, has been appointed to the board of the South Carolina Women Lawyers Association. The mission of the South Carolina Women Lawyers…
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