Rosen Hagood law firm announces new member
January 9, 2023
Rosen Hagood announced that Elizabeth Nicholson has been named as a non-equity member of the firm, effective January 1, 2023. Nicholson focuses her practice on business and commercial litigation, construction…
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35th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration
January 9, 2023
NBA Hall of Famer Alex English to be Keynote Speaker Columbia Native and Naismith Hall of Famer, Alex English attended Hand Junior High School and Dreher High School. More than…
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The Citadel designated as federal Center of Excellence for Veteran Student Success, enhancing commitment to veteran students
January 9, 2023
Since it was founded in 1842, veterans have been an integral part of the Military College of South Carolina. Veteran students at The Citadel have the opportunity to earn their…
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PC’s Women’s Basketball to Host High Point – January 14
January 9, 2023
PC’s Women’s Basketball team will host High Point on Saturday, January 14 at 2pm at Templeton Center on campus. This is the first women’s game since students returned to campus…
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PC’s celebration of MLK Jr. Day ‘Starts With Me’
January 9, 2023
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s dream of creating “the beloved community” drives Presbyterian College’s celebration this year to honor King’s incredible legacy. Following this year’s national theme – “It Starts…
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PC men’s Basketball Hosts Gardner-Webb, January 11
January 9, 2023
PC Men’s Basketball will host Gardner-Webb on January 11. Game time is 7 pm at Templeton Center on PC’s campus. This is the first game since students returned from the…
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Colliers Report: Most Columbia office leases are 5,000 SF or less
January 9, 2023
Commercial Real Estate Research & Forecast Report Q4 2022 Columbia Office Market Highlights Large office tenants in the Columbia market are few and far between. The overall Class A vacancy…
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Cayce Fire Chief Steven Bullard and City Councilman Hunter Sox named as Top 20 Professionals Under 40
January 9, 2023The City of Cayce congratulates Fire Chief Steven Bullard and City Councilman Hunter Sox for being recognized as one of Lexington County Chronicle’s 2023 Top 20 Professionals Under 40. Chief…
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MBM Partner, Lester M. “Gill” Bell, Jr., selected as Top 20 Professionals Under 40 in Lexington County
January 9, 2023Moore Bradley Myers (MBM) congratulates Partner Lester M. “Gill” Bell, Jr. for being honored as one of Lexington County Chronicle’s Top 20 professionals under 40. Recently named Partner at Moore…
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Lecture to confront the myths and realities concerning Banastre Tarleton
January 9, 2023
There’s an important principle to remember when considering historical figures: People are complicated. So it helps to avoid, when possible, thinking of anyone as a pure hero, or a complete…
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Trinity Partners’ team close out year with multiple transactions
January 9, 2023
Nick Stomski, SIOR and Jake Nidiffer of Trinity Partners Columbia closed out 2022 with four notable transactions. Stomski and Nidiffer represented the seller in the transaction of 1100 Knox Abbott…
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Furman University to host Greenville Triumph, Greenville Liberty for 2023 season
January 9, 2023
Soccer Club continues work toward construction of a multi-use stadium to host matches in 2024 The Greenville Triumph and Greenville Liberty will play their home matches at Furman University’s Paladin…
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Ted & Holly Rollins Scholarship Organization awards Spring 2023 scholarship
January 9, 2023
The Ted & Holly Rollins Scholarship Organization announced the recipient of its Spring 2023 scholarship, Ellie Strong. This scholarship— in honor of the late Ted Rollins and his wife, Holly—is…
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Denise Hines joins Lowcountry Food Bank as Chief Financial Officer
January 9, 2023
Lowcountry Food Bank (LCFB) announced today that Denise Hines has joined the organization as Chief Financial Officer (CFO). This critical role directs the financial and accounting practices of LCFB. These…
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Countybank Foundation donates $5,000 to Next Level Lifestyles
January 9, 2023David Tompkins, Greenwood Market Executive for Countybank, recently presented a check for $5,000 to Next Level Lifestyles to support their operation. The donation was given on behalf of the Countybank…
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Exhibition of 20th-century women artists with ties to the South coming to the CMA
January 9, 2023
Our Own Work, Our Own Way: Ascendant Women Artists in the Johnson Collection opens January 21 The Columbia Museum of Art announces featured exhibition Our Own Work, Our Own Way:…
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Andrea Snelgrove of Wingard’s Market selected as one of Lexington County Chronicle’s Top 20 Professionals under 40
January 9, 2023
Wingard’s Market is excited to announce the selection of Andrea Snelgrove, Wingard’s Market Gift Shop and Merchandising Manager, for the Lexington County Chronicle’s 2023 Top 20 professionals under 40. Snelgrove…
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Joan Herlong & Associates Sotheby’s International Realty honors top associates
January 9, 2023
Joan Herlong & Associates Sotheby’s International Realty has honored its top associates for December. In the Greenville office, Grace Herlong Loveless and Michael McGreevey were the top agents for listings…
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Green Bay couple opens Wisconsin Meat & Cheese store in Charleston
January 9, 2023A Wisconsin couple is spreading the culinary joys of the Badger State one stick of summer sausage and package of cheese curds at a time. Casey Diedrich and Taylor Ambrosius…
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LCSO Hiring Sex Offender Registry Coordinator
January 9, 2023
The Laurens County Sheriff’s Office is now hiring for a Sex Offender Registry Coordinator. Duties for the position include: Ensure that sex offenders are registered and compliant with SC and…
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The Beach Company’s Cardinal Crossing welcomes StretchLab
January 9, 2023
Cardinal Crossing will be the fifth location for StretchLab in South Carolina Colliers | South Carolina’s Rox Pollard, Danny Bonds and John Gressette represented The Beach Company in the lease…
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Candidate Filing Closed for 2023 Laurens County Municipal Elections – Ballot Finalized for March Elections
January 8, 2023
Candidate filing closed Friday at noon for the Laurens County 2023 Municipal Elections on Tuesday, March 7. A run-off election, if needed, will be conducted on Tuesday, March 21. Early Voting will…
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City of Laurens Partners with Sanders High School Alumni Assocation for MLK Day of Service Parade and Commemoration Ceremony
January 8, 2023
Saturday, January 14 marks the 25th anniversary of the Sanders Alumni Association’s MLK Day of Service. This year, the City of Laurens is partnering with the Sanders Alumni Association for the…
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A Taste of Home in Laurens to End Buffet Service
January 8, 2023
If you have ever been to A Taste of Home in Laurens you are familiar with the great “home cooked” items that are a staple on their buffet. Now, after…
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City of Fountain Inn Announces Schedule for 2023 Planning Commission Meetings
January 8, 2023
The City of Fountain Inn recently announced that all Planning Commission meetings will be held on the first Thursday of each month, beginning in 2023. The public is welcome to…
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The Pasture Restaurant to Open – Wednesday, January 11 – Sneak Peek
January 8, 2023
The Buzz brought you the news of the new restaurant coming to downtown Clinton. Now we bring you an update on this new dining option and the announcement that the…
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South Carolina 4-H Showcase January 14 Time Change
January 8, 2023
Due to a higher proportion of older division entries, it has been decided to combine the two parts into one program. The new time is 3:00 PM on Saturday, January 14.…
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Gov. Henry McMaster Announces FY 2023-2024 Executive Budget
January 8, 2023
Governor Henry McMaster announced his Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Executive Budget. As it has in past years the governor’s budget prioritizes fiscal responsibility and wise, transformative investments in education, infrastructure, public…
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NAI Earle Furman & NAI Columbia announce merger
January 7, 2023
A partnership in the works since 2019, commercial real estate firms NAI Earle Furman (Greenville, SC) and NAI Columbia (Columbia, SC) recently joined forces in a creative alliance. The merger…
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RCSD breaks Salvation Army kettle campaign record
January 6, 2023Richland County Sheriff’s Department sets fundraising record two years in a row By W. Thomas Smith Jr. For the second year in a row, the Richland County Sheriff’s Department (RCSD)…
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Laurens County Council Meeting – January 10 Agenda
January 6, 2023
Laurens County Council will meet for a regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, January 10. Due to the renovations of the historic courthouse on the square, County Council is meeting at…
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Raiders Boys’ Basketball Tip-Off Fundraising Banquet and Blazer Ceremony
January 6, 2023
The Laurens District 55 High School (LDHS) Raiders boys’ basketball team is learning not just about basketball, but also pride in having good character. Armond Flood, the team’s new head…
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Laurens District 55 High School Holds Winter Graduation Ceremony
January 6, 2023
Laurens District 55 High School (LDHS) celebrated the graduating seniors from the Winter Class of 2022 on December 19, in the LDHS Lecture Theatre. Sixty-eight students from LDHS earned twenty-four…
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South Carolina releases record-breaking industry recruitment in 2022
January 6, 2023
$10.27 billion in announced capital investment, most in state history The South Carolina Department of Commerce today released its 2022 industry recruitment results which reflect historic economic activity. From January…
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Colliers Report: In the Greenville-Spartanburg market, elevated interest rates affecting office sales
January 5, 2023
Commercial Real Estate Research & Forecast Report Q4 2022 Greenville-Spartanburg Office Interest rates and economic uncertainty have caused sales (both investment and owner-occupant) to slow dramatically. Demand still exists in…
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Upstate South Carolina businesses turn to Rainbow Restoration for help dealing with frozen pipe damage
January 5, 2023
A historic extratropical cyclone that occurred in late December 2022 led to winter storm conditions (e.g., blizzards, high winds, snowfall, or record cold temperatures) being experienced across much of the…
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Dual Enrollment 2 + 2 Education Pathway Program in Laurens County School District 55 Offers Free Education Degrees
January 5, 2023
There is a shortage of certified educators in South Carolina that needs to be addressed, and Laurens County School District 55 (LCSD 55) is taking steps to address the need.…
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Justine Allen promoted to Assistant Director of Ten at the Top
January 5, 2023
Ten at the Top (TATT) has announced the promotion of Justine Allen to Assistant Director. Allen has served in the role of Program & Event Manager since joining TATT in…
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Maynard Cooper & Gale and Nexsen Pruet announce merger
January 5, 2023Together, the 550+ attorney firm will broaden its reach across the U.S. Alabama-based Maynard Cooper & Gale and Carolinas-based Nexsen Pruet have agreed to merge into one national law firm operating under the…
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Elisabeth Kovacs named Executive Director of SC Future Makers
January 5, 2023
Economic and Workforce Development Professional to Lead First-In-The-Nation Program SC Future Makers, a 501c3 nonprofit organization affiliated with the South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance, announced that Elisabeth Kovacs will serve as…
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Colliers Dealmakers: Recent purchases, sales, leases and investments in South Carolina
January 5, 2023
Charleston / Columbia / Greenville-Spartanburg / Myrtle Beach, SC – Colliers | South Carolina announced the following recently completed commercial real estate transactions from our offices across the state: Charleston,…
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Black Food Truck Festival presents Battle of the Bands
January 5, 2023
Tickets are on sale now for Martin Luther King, Jr. Weekend at The Music Farm The Black Food Truck Festival presents The Battle of the Bands at The Music Farm,…
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Charleston Metro Chamber now accepting applications for skills-based leadership program
January 5, 2023
Charleston, SC – The Charleston Metro Chamber’s Leadership Discovery program, presented by Wells Fargo, is currently accepting applications for their Spring class until Friday, January 20. The 3-month program begins in February and has 10 sessions…
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COMET Execs earn top certification in transit management
January 4, 2023
The Central Midlands Regional Transit Authority (The COMET) announces that two of its directors have successfully completed the Westgate Center for Leadership and Management Development Transit Paratransit Management Certificate Program.…
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South Carolina ranked 3rd on the 2022 U-Haul Growth Index
January 4, 2023
South Carolina has been ranked 3rd on the 2022 U-Haul Growth Index, a step up from the previous year. The U-Haul Growth Index is an effective gauge of how well states…
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SAFE Federal Credit Union members get over $2 million from giveback program
January 4, 2023
SAFE Federal Credit Union members received annual bonus dividends and interest rebates totaling over $2.16 million—one of the highest givebacks in the credit union’s history. Distributed on January 1, the…
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Richland County Council re-elects leadership, welcomes 2 new councilmembers
January 4, 2023
On Tuesday, Richland County officially swore in five Councilmembers, including newcomers Jason Branham (District 1) and Don Weaver (District 6). County Council also re-elected Councilman Overture Walker as chair and…
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Study shows 145% increase in South Carolina median home price since 2000
January 4, 2023
The red-hot pandemic housing market has finally cooled in recent months. Due to actions by the Federal Reserve to combat inflation, mortgage rates have more than doubled from the historic…
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Office of Business Opportunities to host two entrepreneurial training programs
January 4, 2023The City of Columbia’s Office of Business Opportunities will be accepting applications for the 2023 NxLevel Micro Entrepreneur and 2023 FastTrac Growth Venture courses from January to March. The NxLevel…
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Tidewater joins MCA
January 4, 2023
SPARTANBURG, SC – Mobile Communications America, Inc. (“MCA”), the leading provider of wireless communication solutions that enhance the safety, security, and operating efficiency of workplaces, announces the acquisition of Tidewater…
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