Denkai America, Inc. expanding operations in Kershaw County
June 20, 2021
$14 million investment will create 10 new jobs Denkai America, Inc., a subsidiary of Nippon Denkai, Ltd., announced plans to expand operations in Kershaw County. The $14 million investment will…
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Richland Library announces Sunday hours & additional in-person services
June 20, 2021
Richland Library is announcing an update to services across our system. We’re excited for the return of Sunday hours at four of our library locations, starting June 20. Current hours…
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AM Best upgrades Southern Mutual Church Insurance Company
June 19, 2021
AM Best, the world’s oldest and most authoritative insurance rating and information source, has upgraded Southern Mutual Church Insurance Company to A (Excellent) with a Stable Outlook. Additionally, it adjusted…
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Alexandra Goffer joins the North Pleasantburg office of C. Dan Joyner, Realtors
June 19, 2021Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announced that Alexandra Goffer has joined the company’s North Pleasantburg office as a sales associate. Originally from Pennsylvania, Alexandra Goffer relocated to South…
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Todd Harper joins the Augusta Road office of C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS
June 19, 2021Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announced that Todd Harper has joined the company’s Augusta Road office as a sales associate. Todd Harper is a Greenville area real estate…
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Kathryn “Lea” Dwyer joins the Pelham Road office of C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS
June 19, 2021Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announced that Kathryn “Lea” Dwyer has joined the company’s Pelham Road office as a sales associate. As a 3rd generation Greenville native and…
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Is there a perfect logo?
June 19, 2021
By Ken Gasque Yes, there is a perfect logo. It’s my favorite logo, and it’s most commonly found in the South.* It’s abstract. It’s simple. It’s bold. It’s symmetrical.…
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Maura Greg joins Robinson Gray law firm
June 19, 2021
Attorney Maura Ashton Greg has joined Robinson Gray law firm as an associate. Maura joins the firm’s Business Team which now has 8 lawyers who represent companies and individuals across…
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Crawford earns repeat spot on list of 2021 Best Places to Work in South Carolina
June 19, 2021
Crawford, a full-service strategic marketing agency in Greenville, was named one of the Best Places to Work in South Carolina for the fourth consecutive year. The distinction honors the best…
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A Space to Heal (ASH) – July 10
June 19, 2021A Space to Heal Lowcountry July 10, 2021 @ 10:00AM — 2:00PM Eastern Time (US & Canada) A day of dialogue, advocacy, and movement created for Black, Indigenous, and People…
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Eddie Marshall Recognized for Fundraising Efforts by LCSO
June 18, 2021
On Thursday June 17th, the Laurens County Sheriff’s Office recognized Joanna Woodson Principal Eddie Marshall for his tremendous support and contributions to the Christmas for Kids Program. Mr. Marshall has…
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PC Football Schedule Features Unfamiliar Foes
June 18, 2021
Presbyterian College’s football schedule includes only three opponents — Davidson, Stetson and Campbell — that the Blue Hose have played more than five times in the past. Of the 11…
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Charleston Metro Chamber announces second annual SC Leadership Exchange
June 18, 2021
The Charleston Metro Chamber is excited to partner with the Columbia and Greenville Chambers on the second annual SC Leadership Exchange, presented by BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina. This two-day, virtual conference allows leaders from…
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Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Carolinas promotes Katie Clark and adds Stewart McCain
June 17, 2021
Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC) of the Carolinas is pleased to announce the promotion of Katie Clark as the new Events and Social Media Manager. In addition, the House has…
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New rehab center in North Charleston aims to transcend to a new level of fulfillment and purpose
June 17, 2021
‘Transcendence Treatment Center’ Opens with a Dedication to Your Recovery Journey Transcendence Treatment Center is a new outpatient rehab center that opened in May off of Leeds Avenue in North…
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22nd Annual 5K Fun Run to benefit area families living with Alzheimer’s and related dementia
June 17, 2021
The ARK, Alzheimer’s family support services, announces that its 22nd Annual McElveen Race For The ARK is planned for August 28, 2021 and will take place in historic downtown Summerville. Registration is…
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MUSC Shawn Jenkins Children’s Hospital achieves national rankings in annual U.S. News & World Report’s Best Children’s Hospitals
June 17, 2021
MUSC SJCH only children’s hospital in South Carolina to be ranked New rankings from U.S. News & World Report’s (USNWR) 2021-22 Best Children’s Hospitals survey place the MUSC Shawn Jenkins…
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City of Charleston to host webinar regarding Johns Island Restoration Plan to Improve Flood Resiliency
June 17, 2021
The city of Charleston Stormwater Department will host a virtual webinar to discuss flood resiliency on Johns Island at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, June 17, 2021 via Zoom. The webinar…
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College of Charleston faculty, students discover slave badge on campus
June 17, 2021
The recent discovery of an 1853 slave badge on the College of Charleston campus has offered a profound opportunity to recognize the contributions of the enslaved people who were an…
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Post journalist hosts College of Charleston sponsored panel on monuments, memorials
June 17, 2021
The College of Charleston recently hosted a national panel discussion that focused on the fate of monuments and memorials that honor figures of the Confederacy and slave owners. Moderated by…
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Palmetto launches operations in Central and Northern California
June 17, 2021
Company Providing Solar Installations and Services for Households Serviced by Pacific Gas & Electric Company Palmetto, a rapidly growing technology company accelerating the national adoption of clean energy, announced that the…
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Charleston Metro Chamber’s Center for Business Research releases 2021 Compensation and Benefits Report
June 17, 2021
The Charleston Metro Chamber’s Center for Business Research conducted a compensation and benefits survey in spring of 2021, in collaboration with the Berkeley and Greater Summerville / Dorchester Chambers of…
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Pick Me! SC: South Carolina’s statewide adoption event is back!
June 17, 2021
50 shelters, rescues and Petco stores are working together to adopt 1,600 animals, June 18 – 27. Pick Me! SC is coming back to a shelter near you June 18…
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22nd Annual 5K Fun Run to benefit area families living with Alzheimer’s and related dementia
June 17, 2021The ARK, Alzheimer’s family support services, announces that its 22nd Annual McElveen Race For The ARK is planned for August 28, 2021 and will take place in historic downtown Summerville. Registration…
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Dale Morris named City of Charleston’s new Chief Resilience Officer
June 17, 2021
At a press conference this afternoon in the Church Creek area of West Ashley, Charleston Mayor John Tecklenburg announced the appointment of Dutch Dialogues Co-Founder Dale Morris as the city of…
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Lowcountry nonprofits can apply for free services provided by local marketing agency
June 17, 2021
Trio Solutions Inc. (TRIO), a Mount Pleasant-based marketing communications agency, will work nonstop for 24 hours to provide free advertising and marketing services to Lowcountry nonprofits during its 15th annual…
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Coastal Community Foundation announces 2021 Rev. Pinckney Scholarship recipients in South Carolina
June 17, 2021
Coastal Community Foundation of South Carolina is pleased to announce the 2021 Rev. Pinckney Scholarship recipients, who represent the largest class of Pinckney Scholars yet. The scholarship program was established…
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IAAM CEO responds to museum’s inclusion in latest round of giving from Mackenzie Scott and Dan Jewett
June 17, 2021
The International African American Museum is honored to be among the recipients of the most recent generous giving initiative from Mackenzie Scott and Dan Jewett. “As I read through the names…
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College of Charleston alumnus’ kayak voyage aims to raise climate change awareness
June 17, 2021
Almost everyone has their own idea of what constitutes fun. For Will Freund ’17, sail-kayaking 1,000 miles up the Intracoastal Waterway from Miami to Norfolk, Virginia, seemed like fun. At least that’s…
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Wild Dunes Resort announces new Food and Beverage Director
June 17, 2021
Wild Dunes Resort, a Destination by Hyatt property in Isle of Palms, S.C., announced the appointment of Brian Richards as Director of Food and Beverage. Richards most recently served as…
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Central Carolina Community Foundation awards $70,000 in unrestricted grants to black-led and black-benefiting nonprofits
June 17, 2021
As a commitment to creating a more equitable, livable and just community, Central Carolina Community Foundation has awarded $70,000 in unrestricted General Operating Support grants to seven Black-led and Black-benefiting…
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Engage in one-on-one meetings with Richland County Councilmembers
June 17, 2021
Richland Library is offering a chance for local residents to be civically engaged and meet with members of Richland County Council. Take part in one-on-one conversations, ask questions and share…
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A Different Kind of Field Trip
June 17, 2021
By Tammy Davis What made me think taking 69 fifth graders on a field trip to New York City in a pandemic by myself was a good idea? Turns out,…
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The Importance of Each Person
June 17, 2021
By Jeff Becraft When I used to coach rec league basketball for a Saturday morning league, I made sure that every single guy on the team got to start…
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Glassdoor names Scott Woods of South Carolina Federal a 2021 Top CEO
June 17, 2021
South Carolina Federal Credit Union CEO Scott Woods has been named a Top CEO in 2021 by Glassdoor, one of the world’s largest job and recruiting sites. Of the 50…
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Generac Power Systems, Inc. expanding operations in Edgefield County
June 17, 2021
Expansion will create 300 new jobs Generac Power Systems, Inc. (Generac), a leading global power and energy technology company serving the residential, commercial and industrial markets, today announced plans to expand operations…
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Local Distillery launches new product
June 17, 2021
Leesville’s Hollow Creek Distillery begins production of an original recipe wheated whiskey Nearly three months after the introduction of Low Water Vodka, Hollow Creek Distillery is launching another new product…
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The City of Columbia invites YOU to participate in Columbia’s 6th Annual Park(ing) Day!
June 17, 2021
PARK(ing) Day is an annual open-source global event where citizens, artists and activists collaborate to temporarily transform metered parking spaces into “PARK(ing)” spaces: temporary public places. The mission of PARK(ing) Day…
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Mayor Steve Benjamin announces launch of Columbia’s Guaranteed Income project pilot program CLIMB
June 17, 2021
In partnership with national organization Mayors for a Guaranteed Income, the one-year CLIMB pilot project seeks to determine effectiveness of monthly baseline payments to overcome economic instability in designated Columbia households and…
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Lexington County enhances 9-1-1 services and emergency notification with Smart911
June 17, 2021
Emergency Service Officials Encourage Residents to Sign Up For the Free Service That Provides Emergency Responders With More Information in the Event of an Emergency Emergency Service officials in Lexington…
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USDA launches grant program to help expand regional economies and create high-wage jobs in distressed rural communities
June 17, 2021
United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development Rural Business-Cooperative Service Administrator Karama Neal today unveiled a new grant program to help rural communities create good-paying jobs and support new…
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CarolinaPower makes 2021 List of Best Places to Work in South Carolina for fourth consecutive year
June 17, 2021
CarolinaPower, a leading electrical contractor with offices in Greenville, Columbia, Charleston, and North Augusta, has been named one of the Best Places to Work in South Carolina for the fourth…
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Natural killers: Using the body’s cells to target breast cancer
June 17, 2021
Study lays groundwork for possible new immunotherapy for the world’s most commonly diagnosed cancer It sounds like a plot from a Quentin Tarantino movie — something sets off natural killers…
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PBR’s Pendleton Whisky Velocity Tour returns to Columbia, South Carolina for second time in series history Aug. 7
June 17, 2021Tickets for the PBR Carolina Classic at Colonial Life Arena on-sale Friday, June 18 at 10:00 a.m. EDT For the second time in league history, PBR’s (Professional Bull Riders) Pendleton…
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EdVenture to host Juneteenth celebration
June 17, 2021
EdVenture Children’s Museum will be hosting local African American artists to celebrate Juneteenth this Saturday, June 19, 2021, at our Columbia location (211 Gervais Street). Also featured in the day’s…
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ClaimLogiq announces first 15-minute itemized bill review
June 17, 2021
Advancement of In-House Proprietary Technology Reduces End-to-End Complex Hospital Bill Reviews Down to Mere Minutes ClaimLogiq, a leading independently owned healthcare payment integrity company is announcing breakthrough technology that enables…
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Flee Civilization For A Preserve
June 17, 2021
By Tom Poland Needing adventure, I took back roads and made my way to a tract belonging to nature. It’s a place where man is a guest, Stevens Creek…
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Columbia City of Women unveils Architecture of Strength
June 17, 2021
Architecture of Strength, new monument at corner of Main and Gervais Streets in Columbia, will celebrate the city’s legacy of remarkable women. At a press conference at the northwest corner…
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Joan Herlong & Associates Sotheby’s International Realty honors top agents for May
June 17, 2021
Joan Herlong & Associates Sotheby’s International Realty has announced its top agents for May. Patrick Furman and Lisa Vogel were the top agents for listings sold in May, while Vogel…
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City’s Parks and Recreation Department announces grand opening of Page Ellington Park
June 17, 2021
What: Please join Mayor Steve Benjamin, City Council members, and the Parks & Recreation Department as they announce and celebrate the newly developed Page Ellington Park, a 20-acre public park at…
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