SC Works Trident hosting Heroes Job Fair tomorrow
November 5, 2024
First of two events during Veterans in the Workforce Month SC Works Trident, in observance of Veterans in the Workforce Month, is hosting a Heroes Job Fair tomorrow. When: Tomorrow, Wednesday, November 6, from 10:00 a.m.-1:00…
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Charleston City Council passes Union Pier Tax Increment Financing District
November 5, 2024
Last night, Charleston City Council passed a measure to establish a Tax Increment Financing (TIF) District at Union Pier, representing a significant milestone in the transformation of this blighted area. This…
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Berkeley County provides important election day information
November 4, 2024
The 2024 General Election is on Tuesday, November 5. In addition to the Presidential Race, there are several state and local seats up for reelection this election cycle. To view your sample ballot,…
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Sharbell Nexton LLC announces Atelier Downtown Nexton progress
November 4, 2024
Sharbell Nexton, LLC (Sharbell) announced that phase one of Atelier Downtown Nexton, an office/commercial condominium project in the urban-inspired, mixed-use community of Downtown Nexton, is nearing completion. Located along Brighton…
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Novant Health completes purchase of UCI Medical Affiliates Inc.
November 4, 2024
Novant Health becomes largest urgent care provider in South Carolina and adds 20 physical therapy clinics As part of its commitment to building a healthier future, Novant Health has closed…
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SC Association for Community Economic Development announces voter engagement mini-grants & outreach
November 4, 2024
South Carolina Association for Community Economic Development (SCACED), in partnership with Mary Reynolds Babcock Fund and SC Counts, announced forty-four (44) grantees of the 2024 Voter Engagement Mini-Grants who received…
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Celebrate the Season: Holiday festivities make a grand return to Freshfields Village
November 4, 2024
Makers markets, live entertainment, outdoor movies and more this November & December Freshfields Village, the premier shopping, dining and entertainment destination 30 minutes from downtown Charleston, unveils an exciting lineup…
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Sip, Shop, and Celebrate: Firefly Distillery unveils a November to remember with Master Craftsman Market and Blackberry Friday events
November 4, 2024
Two seasonal events this November filled with live music, craft cocktails, and local artisans Firefly Distillery, South Carolina’s most visited distillery, announces two November events to kick off the holiday…
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Southern First names Jimmy Bailey Regional President in Charleston
November 4, 2024
Southern First Bancshares, Inc., holding company for Southern First Bank, announced the appointment of Jimmy Bailey to Regional President in Charleston, SC. Bailey has served as a Team Leader in…
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Rachel Hutchisson to lead Common Impact as Interim CEO, ushering in new era of strategic growth
November 1, 2024
Common Impact, a nonprofit that fosters purposeful partnerships between prominent companies nationwide and leading nonprofits to propel social good, announces the appointment of Rachel Hutchisson as its interim CEO for…
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Empower Charleston Showcase raises $137,410 for six local nonprofits
October 31, 2024
Empower Charleston announced that its recent Showcase Event successfully raised $137,410 to support six impactful nonprofits serving the Tri-County region. This unique gathering brought together over 200 community leaders, philanthropists,…
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The Last Pecan Pie
October 31, 2024
By Tom Poland When I heard Hurricane Helene destroyed some 42,000 pecan trees in Georgia, I thought of my mother and my last pecan pie, not the last…
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SC Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities to host open door event for prospective students
October 31, 2024
The SC Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities, a public, residential high school for the arts in Greenville, is hosting its largest event of the year—Go Govie! Day—for families…
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Sequoia Financial Group acquires Charleston-based Family Asset Management
October 31, 2024
Sequoia Financial Group, LLC (Sequoia Financial), an SEC-registered wealth manager with $21.5 billion in assets under management as of Sept. 30, 2024, and Family Asset Management (FAM), a Charleston, South Carolina-based investment advisory firm,…
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Jessica Lerer Fickling joins Wyche’s litigation team
October 31, 2024
Wyche, a leading full-service law firm with offices across South Carolina, announced that Jessica Lerer Fickling has joined the firm as a Member in its litigation practice group. Fickling will concentrate…
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Charleston County Parks hosts annual inclusive Holiday Hoedown on Dec. 4
October 31, 2024
Charleston County Parks invites people with disabilities and their families, friends and caregivers to a special holiday celebration! The Inclusive Holiday Hoedown will be held at the Park Circle Community…
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SC Works Trident to host two veteran job fairs
October 31, 2024
Events during Veterans in the Workforce Month connect veterans with local employers SC Works Trident will be hosting two veteran job fairs in observance of November being Veterans in the Workforce Month. Veterans in the…
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Iconic Charleston home on High Battery listed for sale with The Cassina Group
October 31, 2024
One of the most recognized homes in historic downtown Charleston, the John Ravenel House, has been listed for sale with Charleston’s leading boutique real estate firm, The Cassina Group. Originally constructed…
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Inaugural WaterSC meeting brings together statewide collaborators to plan for the preservation and management of South Carolina’s water resources
October 31, 2024
Representatives from multiple state agencies and stakeholder groups joined Gov. Henry McMaster for the first meeting of the WaterSC Water Resources Working Group. WaterSC is a newly launched statewide initiative…
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City of Charleston & Charleston Parks Conservancy come together to host 9th annual Light the Lake
October 31, 2024
The City of Charleston and the Charleston Parks Conservancy announced that the popular Light the Lake holiday event will continue this year, thanks to the dedicated support of Mayor William…
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Five parcel assemblage sold at King and Line Streets
October 30, 2024
NAI Charleston announced that Jack Owens, CCIM assisted in facilitating the transaction of a five-parcel assemblage at King and Line Streets. The land will be redeveloped as a new King…
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AAC East, LLC expands Marlboro County operations
October 30, 2024
$6 million investment will create 25 new jobs FAST FACTS AAC East, LLC (AAC East) is expanding its Marlboro County operations. The company’s $6 million investment will create 25 new…
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City of Charleston celebrates breaking ground on the final phase of Huger and King Street pump station
October 30, 2024
The City of Charleston hosted a groundbreaking to celebrate entering the final phase of the Huger Street and King Street Pump Station. Upon completion, this pump station will increase flow…
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Black Food Truck Festival delivers massive economic impact to Charleston Region
October 30, 2024
The 2024 Black Food Truck Festival, held April 26-28 at the Exchange Park Fairgrounds in Ladson, South Carolina, proved to be a resounding economic success for the Charleston Tri-County area.…
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The Beach Company announces grand opening of The Assembly in North Charleston
October 30, 2024
Today, The Beach Company announced the grand opening of The Assembly at Park Circle, a new 210-unit multifamily community in North Charleston, S.C. The catered grand opening event, held on…
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We Are Sharing Hope SC highlights the healing power of tissue donation during Breast Cancer Awareness Month
October 30, 2024
We Are Sharing Hope SC (SHSC) is honoring tissue donors during Breast Cancer Awareness Month, for their decision to donate to so many women across the state of who are…
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The City of Charleston celebrates sustainability with pumpkin composting events
October 30, 2024
The City of Charleston’s Department of Resilience and Sustainability is offering free ways for you to compost your pumpkins. In 2023, over 2.5 tons of pumpkins were composted instead of…
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SCDES announces recipients of DERA grant funding to support clean air projects
October 30, 2024
The South Carolina Department of Environmental Services (SCDES) has announced the winners of this year’s grant funding from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) that supports South Carolina’s State Diesel…
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Southern First promotes Kevin Lee to Executive Director of Market Support
October 30, 2024
Southern First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: SFST), holding company for Southern First Bank, announced the appointment of Kevin Lee to Executive Director of Market Support. Lee has over 25 years of…
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Significant milestones reached for Lowcountry Rapid Transit
October 29, 2024
Progress has been made on the system’s design to enhance safety and regional connectivity. On Tuesday, October 29, 2024, the Berkeley-Charleston-Dorchester Council of Governments (BCDCOG) celebrated significant milestones in design…
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Sustain SC Team grows with hiring of Senior VP of Conservation, Kristen Austin Gunter
October 29, 2024
Sustain SC, a nonprofit organization connecting the sustainability goals of business in South Carolina with local solutions, announced Kristen Austin Gunter has joined as Senior Vice President of Conservation. With…
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The Southeastern Wildlife Exposition announces renowned charcoal artist Ray Brown as 2025 Featured Artist
October 29, 2024
Southern California resident and acclaimed artist Ray Brown will showcase his compelling charcoal works at the Southeast’s premier wildlife art show in Charleston, SC. The Southeastern Wildlife Exposition (SEWE), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization…
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$1.09 million awarded to Lowcountry Conservation Projects
October 29, 2024
Lowcountry Land Trust announced the first-ever projects funded by the Dorchester County Greenbelt Program: the Barry Tract and Young’s Farm. These two vital conservation efforts will help safeguard Dorchester County’s…
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Spoleto Festival USA announces seven new board members
October 29, 2024
Spoleto Festival USA, America’s premier performing arts festival, announced the election of seven new members to its board of directors. Joining the board are Julie Caperton, Sam Easley, Michael Hostetler,…
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Ground conditions force cancellation of 2024 Steeplechase of Charleston presented by Lexus
October 29, 2024
Out of deep concern for the safety of our equine and human athletes, Steeplechase of Charleston presented by Lexus, announces the cancellation of this year’s event originally scheduled for Sunday,…
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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis launches new personal finance lesson for Elementary Students
October 29, 2024
Free classroom kit available for first 100 teachers who sign-up State Treasurer Curtis Loftis announced the launch of a new personal finance lesson plan designed to engage kindergarten through second grade…
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Holiday Market at the Daniel Island Recreation Center set for November 9, 2024 from 10am-4pm
October 29, 2024
The 4th Annual Holiday Market will be held November 9, 2024, 10am – 4pm, Daniel Island Recreation Center, 160 Fairbanks Drive, Daniel Island, free entry, plenty of free parking. This…
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Genesis Healthcare opens Walterboro Family Care and Pediatrics
October 29, 2024
New health center will offer affordable medical services to the area Genesis Healthcare celebrates the opening of Walterboro Family Care and Pediatrics, its newest Federally Qualified Health Center bringing affordable…
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Like Minded CHS announces November’s event line-up
October 28, 2024
Like Minded CHS, a leading community for female entrepreneurs in Charleston, announces their events for November Event Highlights: Wednesday, November 6 at 10:00am at Serendipity Labs 75 Port City Landing,…
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Southern First names Julie Fairchild Chief Accounting Officer
October 28, 2024
Southern First Bancshares, Inc., holding company for Southern First Bank, announced the appointment of Julie Fairchild to Chief Accounting Officer. Fairchild has over 25 years of accounting and finance experience…
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Pennington receives Petigru Award from Charleston Bar
October 28, 2024
Ashley Pennington, an attorney at Burnette Shutt & McDaniel, has received the James Louis Petigru Award from the Charleston County Bar Association. The award is rarely given. Pennington is only…
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Maynard Nexsen launches Business Advisory Services team
October 28, 2024
Serving Privately Held and Family Owned Businesses Maynard Nexsen, a full-service law firm with 24 offices across the United States, announced the creation of Maynard Nexsen Business Advisory Services, a…
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USC planning S.C.’s first hospital specializing in neurological care
October 25, 2024
The University of South Carolina is planning to develop a unique hospital that would house the Palmetto State’s first standalone comprehensive medical facility dedicated entirely to integrated care of patients…
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NHE taking part in Trident Tech Career Fair – October 30
October 25, 2024
One of the largest homeowner association management services, and multi-family and apartment management solutions in the Carolinas will be taking part in the Trident Tech Career Expo & Job Fair.…
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Turner Padget adds two associates
October 24, 2024
Turner Padget announces the addition of two associates Mary Stewart DeLong and Chase Stokes O’Reilly. Delong resides in Turner Padget’s Charleston office and is a member of the Workplace Law…
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A Spider Fit for Halloween
October 24, 2024
By Tom Poland Read no further if you suffer arachnophobia … How well I remember a night when we were under the lights scrimmaging. I can’t recall who we…
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World-renowned sculpture “The Three Graces” debuts at Gallery by SEWE
October 24, 2024
Iconic Sculpture by Joseph H. Sulkowski and Diana Reuter-Twining Debuted October 10 in downtown Charleston Gallery by SEWE announced the debut of The Three Graces, an extraordinary sculpture created by…
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DPH asks residents to use ‘Drug Take Back Day’ events to safely dispose of unused prescription medicines
October 24, 2024
Twice a year, in April and October, the U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) partners with local law enforcement and other community organizations to host National Prescription Drug Take Back Days.…
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Town Council adopts 2024 Repetitive Loss Area Analysis to help property owners mitigate future flood risks
October 24, 2024
The Hilton Head Island Town Council emphasized the importance of educating residents on managing flood risks by adopting the 2024 Repetitive Loss Area Analysis at its regular meeting on Tuesday.…
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Dragon Boating is back on select nights of the Holiday Festival of Lights
October 24, 2024
Experience a unique view of the lights on the water On select evenings this holiday season, Charleston County Parks is offering a terrific opportunity to view the Holiday Festival of…
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