John M. Rivers gifts 44 objects from his private collection of Charleston fine and decorative arts to the Gibbes Museum of Art
September 19, 2023The Gibbes Museum of Art, home to the foremost collection of American art that incorporates the story of Charleston, has received a donation of 44 objects from the private collection…
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Carolina Lady Anglers give back to community with Annual Fishing Tournament
September 19, 2023The Carolina Lady Anglers are gearing up for their 25th Annual Fishing For the Cure Open Tournament, which will be held Saturday, September 30, 2023. The Lady Anglers are currently…
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American Red Cross of South Carolina announces two more students selected for HBCU Ambassador program & scholarship
September 19, 2023Claflin student, member of inaugural cohort, honored for collecting most units nationwide The American Red Cross of South Carolina is pleased to announce two students from South Carolina Historically Black…
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Two Lowcountry Organizations join forces to create informative website
September 19, 2023Community Foundation of the Lowcountry (CFL) and the Lowcountry Council of Governments (LCOG) are thrilled to announce the launch of the new data driven Lowcountry Community Indicators website at lowcountrycommunityindicators.org CFL…
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South Carolina Department of Education releases End-of-Course and Career Readiness Assessments
September 19, 2023The South Carolina Department of Education has released statewide public school results for the Career Readiness and End-of-Course Examination Program (EOCEP) assessment tests taken for high school courses in the…
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Charleston Collegiate School to host Run Like the Devil
September 18, 2023Charleston Collegiate School announced their 9th annual Fall Festival at Kiawah River, featuring the Run Like the Devil 5K and Fun Run, on Saturday, October 21, from 9am to 2pm.…
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Two new employees join the S.C. Aeronautics Commission
September 18, 2023Two new employees have joined the South Carolina Aeronautics Commission. Christopher S. Eversmann, P.E., A.A.E., will be the Airport Development Program Manager and Ronnie L. Gannt will be a pilot…
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Sustain SC and The Shi Institute at Furman University welcome the third class of SLI Fellows
September 18, 2023Sustain SC and The Shi Institute for Sustainable Communities at Furman University are proud to announce the 2023-2024 class of Sustainability Leadership Initiative (SLI) fellows. It’s the third SLI class…
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Three new Take Five Oil Change locations to the S.C. Lowcountry
September 18, 2023NAI Charleston announces that veteran broker Will Sherrod, CCIM has recently represented Take Five Oil Change in the acquisition of three new locations. The first is situated on Highway 176…
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College of Charleston earns high praise in U.S. News & World Report Rankings
September 18, 2023The College of Charleston is one of the top universities in the South, according to the 2024 edition of Best Colleges, by U.S. News & World Report. In the latest edition of the…
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For 13th consecutive year, The Citadel is named #1 Public University in the South by U.S. News & World Report
September 18, 2023For the 13th straight year, U.S. News & World Report has ranked The Citadel as the best Public University in the South. The rankings – which were released Monday, Sept. 18 –…
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International African American Museum’s special exhibition with work by Fletcher Williams III focuses on the South
September 18, 2023WHAT: The International African American Museum (IAAM) will host an opening reception for a special exhibition by Fletcher Williams III: “When It Rains It Shines.” The opening reception, originally planned…
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State’s newest Daughters of the American Revolution chapter holds inaugural meeting
September 18, 2023GREENWOOD, SC – The Issaqueena Chapter, NSDAR, recently held its inaugural meeting as the newest chapter of the South Carolina State Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution (SCDAR).…
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Original Six Afterschool program expands to reach more rural students in high-poverty public schools
September 18, 2023The Original Six Foundation (O6) is continuing to grow its commitment to ensure a student’s educational opportunities are not limited by the zip code in which they live with the…
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Outdoor Men Of Letters
September 14, 2023By Tom Poland Being a native Georgian, I didn’t grow up reading South Carolina writers. Nor do I recall reading Georgia writers, but I read a lot. Hemmed in…
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Lowcountry Food Bank’s 2023 3rd Annual Walk to Fight Hunger raises $92,128 to fund programs that address hunger
September 14, 2023Lowcountry Food Bank’s 3rd Annual Walk to Fight Hunger took place on Sunday, September 10 at Wannamaker Park. The Walk is a family-friendly event that aims to bring awareness to…
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Moore & Van Allen Member Charles Jordan selected for the Riley Institute’s Diversity Leaders Initiative
September 14, 2023Moore & Van Allen PLLC (MVA) announced that Health Care Member Charles M. Jordan, Jr., through a rigorous application and interview process, was selected to participate in the Diversity Leaders…
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Hal Swanson joins Colliers in Charleston as Brokerage Associate
September 14, 2023Colliers | South Carolina welcomes Hal Swanson as a notable addition to its Charleston office as a Brokerage Associate with a specialization in retail tenant and landlord representation. “Hal is…
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Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd adds fourth Family Law attorney, expands Charleston presence
September 13, 2023Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. announced that Carlisle Brice Allen has joined the firm’s Family Law Team as an associate in Charleston, SC. With the addition of Carlisle, the firm now…
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NHE named repeat honoree on Best Places to Work rankings for 2023
September 13, 2023Southeastern property management firm honored for third straight year in Top 20 Large Companies in South Carolina NHE has been named a repeat winner on the exclusive 2023 Best Places…
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Ignite Digital Services achieves Microsoft’s AI Cloud Partner designation
September 13, 2023Ignite Digital Services, an operational consulting company serving the national security sector, announced its latest credential as part of the company’s growing suite of technology solutions – becoming a Microsoft…
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Carnes Crossroads unveils first look of key Agrihood community amenities
September 13, 2023As groundbreaking preparations unfold on highly anticipated amenities, Carnes Crossroads, a thoughtfully planned residential development laying roots for the future of healthy, sustainable communities here in the Lowcountry, is releasing…
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Sisters of Charity Foundation announces 2023 President’s Fellows
September 13, 2023Initiative seeks to increase diversity of male leadership within the philanthropic sector. SOUTH CAROLINA – The Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina announced a new cohort of the President’s…
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South Carolina State Fair Discount Tickets Now on Sale
September 13, 2023Save up to 50% on admission and ride tickets through Oct. 10 at participating Circle K locations or online The countdown is on for the return of the 154th South…
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NP Strategy grows with colleagues in Charleston and Alabama
September 13, 2023NP Strategy, a strategic communications firm providing crisis, media and public relations assistance, welcomes Morgan Grimes to its Charleston, South Carolina office. Grimes will serve as a Specialist, bringing three…
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Heart Math Tutoring Charleston kicks off volunteer recruitment campaign
September 12, 2023HMT needs 160 tutors to help over 130 students in CCSD schools Heart Math Tutoring is looking for volunteer tutors (https://heartmathtutoring.org/charleston/) to support over 130 Charleston students during the 2023/24 school year! Heart…
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Charleston Metro Chamber’s Regional Housing Coalition hosts Attainable Housing Summit
September 12, 2023The Charleston Metro Chamber is pleased to announce the Attainable Housing Summit 2023. The inaugural Attainable Housing Summit aims to bring together elected officials, members of the community and both public/private sector developers…
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Association for corporate growth launches new business chapter in Charleston
September 12, 2023ACG Charleston launch event kicks off Sept. 27 in downtown Charleston ACG – the premier midmarket mergers and acquisitions association – will celebrate its newest business chapter at the ACG Charleston Chapter Launch Event at…
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Spoleto Festival announces new artistic leadership
September 12, 2023Spoleto Festival USA’s General Director & CEO Mena Mark Hanna announced the appointment of conductor Timothy Myers as music director of the Spoleto Festival USA Orchestra, one of the world’s…
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Colliers Report: Resilient performance despite capital market challenges
September 12, 2023Market Highlights The hospitality industry in South Carolina performed strongly in the second quarter amidst an overall decrease of 62% year-over-year in national sales volume. This decrease was caused by…
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Colliers Report: Healthcare market remained stable ahead of Certificate of Need changes
September 12, 2023Market Highlights The healthcare market in South Carolina continued to remain flat in most metrics, however, the changes made to Certificate of Need laws for the state may allow growth…
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S.C. Department of Education announces Chief of Staff appointment
September 12, 2023State Superintendent of Education Ellen Weaver announced Dr. Rebecca Gunnlaugsson as the agency’s new Chief of Staff effective October 2, 2023. “I am thrilled to have Rebecca join our talented…
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Wheeler & Wheeler announces Justice Place in Beaufort
September 12, 2023Columbia-based developer Wheeler & Wheeler Properties announces Justice Place, the conversion of the former Beaufort County Jail at 1409 King St. into nine individual residential condominiums. Construction on Justice Place…
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Colliers leases first-floor space to The White Magnolia at 121 Calhoun Street office building
September 12, 2023Colliers’ Will Ederle represented 2783 Atlantic Owner LLC in the lease of ±2,200 square feet of office/showroom space at 121 Calhoun Street in Downtown Charleston to The White Magnolia. The…
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Red Cross facing a national blood shortage
September 12, 2023Donors needed now as hospital demand outpaces blood donations The American Red Cross is experiencing a national blood shortage. Fewer donors than needed gave this summer, drawing down the national…
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Meals on Wheels announces Challenge Grant
September 12, 2023Meals on Wheels of Horry and Georgetown Counties is delighted to announce that an anonymous donor has issued a $75,000 Challenge Grant to the community to support MOW in its…
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Beemok Hospitality Collection establishes New Scholarship, Leadership Program at College of Charleston
September 12, 2023With beaches, historic charm and an amazing restaurant scene, the city of Charleston is one of the hottest tourist destinations in the world – a boon for College of Charleston hospitality…
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Wheeler & Wheeler announces Justice Place in Beaufort
September 12, 2023Columbia-based developer Wheeler & Wheeler Properties announces Justice Place, the conversion of the former Beaufort County Jail at 1409 King St. into nine individual residential condominiums. Construction on Justice Place…
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Palmetto Goodwill names Pamela Richardson Chief People, Diversity, and Culture Officer
September 12, 2023Will lead the organization’s talent, recruiting, and culture efforts Palmetto Goodwill, a leading non-profit organization dedicated to changing lives by providing equitable access to training, education, and employment, proudly announces…
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The Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott changes hands in North Charleston
September 12, 2023NAI Charleston is pleased to announce that brokers Ed Sutton and Michael Branch represented both the buyer and the seller in the transaction of the Fairfield Inn & Suites in…
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SCRA celebrates 40 years
September 12, 2023The South Carolina Research Authority continues celebrating 40 years of fueling South Carolina’s innovation economy. Our celebratory 40th Anniversary video showcases our organization’s history, innovative founders, our dedicated team, and…
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College of Charleston named a silver-level Military Friendly School
September 12, 2023The College of Charleston has earned the silver-level Military Friendly® School designation for the 2023–24 academic year – an upgrade from its bronze-level designation last year. “We are thrilled to…
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Marketing Minute Video: Saying Sorry in Times of Crisis
September 11, 2023Marketing Minute by Meghan Durant, NP Strategy Crises happen, and the decision of whether or not to issue a public apology takes careful deliberation. This week’s video shares expert insights…
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Young entrepreneur breaks boundaries with Ecological Improvements’ exceptional achievements in 2023
September 11, 2023CHARLESTON, SC – The future of erosion control has a name, and it’s Jack Moran. At just 26 years old, the dynamic entrepreneur and founder of Ecological Improvements (Ei) has…
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Coastal fatherhood program announces expansion into the Lowcountry
September 10, 2023The South Carolina Center for Fathers and Family (SCCFF) has announced that its primary partner on the coast, A Father’s Place, Inc. (AFP), will be expanding its responsible fatherhood programs…
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SC issues tax relief due to hurricane Idalia, October extension deadline postponed
September 8, 2023What you need to know: Following an IRS decision to postpone the federal Individual Income Tax extension deadline to February 15, 2024, South Carolina taxpayers who requested an extension can…
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SCETV and Riley Institute partner for Public Media Diversity Leaders Initiative’s sixth cohort
September 8, 2023South Carolina ETV and Public Radio (SCETV) is again partnering with the Riley Institute at Furman University to offer the Public Media Diversity Leaders Initiative (PMDLI). In its sixth cohort, PMDLI is…
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S.C. Department of Education announces Chief of Staff appointment
September 8, 2023State Superintendent of Education Ellen Weaver announced Dr. Rebecca Gunnlaugsson as the agency’s new Chief of Staff effective October 2, 2023. “I am thrilled to have Rebecca join our talented…
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Garvin Design Group, Contract Construction break ground on CCU Indoor Practice Facility
September 7, 2023Garvin Design Group and Contract Construction joined Coastal Carolina University to break ground on a new Indoor Practice Facility project on Thursday, September 7. Located at the intersection of University…
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SCETV documentary “The World of Cecil” honors iconic American photographer and civil rights activist Cecil Williams
September 7, 2023South Carolina ETV and Public Radio’s (SCETV) new two-part documentary, The World of Cecil, highlights the life and accomplishments of one of the most influential figures in American photography and civil…
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