Two SCRA Technology Ventures Companies Advance in Southern Series Pitch Contest
April 20, 2015Part of the 36|86 Program to Advance Southern Culture and Entrepreneurship SUMMERVILLE, SC – SCRA Technology Ventures today announced that two Charleston-area SC Launch companies are finalists in the 36|86…
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Takata Airbag Recalls Seemingly Insufficient; Suit Filed For Woman Alleging Serious Injuries by Exploding Airbag in Unrecalled Nissan
April 20, 2015
Motley Rice files new personal injury federal action against Takata, Nissan; calls for expanded recalls . MT. PLEASANT, SC – Motley Rice LLC, one of the nation’s largest plaintiffs’ firms,…
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East Bay Company Lease Announcement – 4 Carriage Lane
April 20, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – East Bay Company, Ltd. announces that their Property Manager/Leasing Agent, Faith Geiger, represented the company as the Landlord in the leasing of 3000 square feet to South…
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Student Transportation Inc. Celebrates Employee Appreciation Week April 20-24
April 20, 2015
Company Highlights the Excellent Work of Its Employees . DANIEL ISLAND, SC – Student Transportation Inc. (STI), North America’s most trusted provider of school bus transportation and management services, is honoring its employees…
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Demolition to begin on Grainger Generating Station
April 20, 2015
MONCKS CORNER, S.C. – Santee Cooper has awarded the contract for the demolition of Grainger Generating Station near Conway to National Salvage and Service Corp. National Salvage and Service Corp.…
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Berkeley County Schools’ Top Three Rookie Teachers of the Year
April 20, 2015MONCKS CORNER, SC – Berkeley County School District’s Rookie Teacher of the Year Committee has narrowed the list of candidates to just three. Mackenzie Cruce, English teacher at Goose Creek…
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Berkeley County School Board Member Resigns After Decades of Service
April 20, 2015MONCKS CORNER, SC – Beloved Berkeley County School Board Member, Mrs. Wilhelmina Jager Moore, has resigned from the Berkeley County School Board due to medical reasons. Chairman of the Berkeley…
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Charleston Animal Society Gets Third National TV Exposure Opportunity
April 20, 2015
Firefighter Calendar Model to Appear on “The Doctors” TV Program CHARLESTON, SC – The Charleston Firefighter Calendar will receive another round of national TV exposure when “Mr. September,” Mt. Pleasant…
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Orchids Paper Products Company establishing operations in Barnwell County
April 20, 2015
Investment expected to result in 134 new jobs BARNWELL COUNTY, SC – Orchids Paper Products Company, (NYSE: TIS) a company that specializes in the manufacturing of high-quality, private label consumer tissue…
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NAI Avant Announces State Wide Top Producers And President’s Award Recipient For 2014
April 20, 2015
COLUMBIA & CHARLESTON, SC – NAI Avant recently held its 2014 Awards Banquet to recognize the outstanding achievements of its top brokerage producers in the Columbia and Charleston markets. Ben Kelly,…
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Manufacturers Rally Behind Trade Promotion Authority Legislation
April 16, 2015
Call for Swift Action from Congressional Leaders COLUMBIA, SC – Manufacturers are rallying behind bipartisan Trade Promotion Authority (TPA) legislation introduced today by Senate Finance Committee Chairman Orrin Hatch (R-UT)…
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SCRA Technology Ventures Announces New Companies
April 16, 2015Two Clients, One Resource Partner Accepted into SC Launch Program SUMMERVILLE, SC – SCRA Technology Ventures today announced the acceptance of two new companies into its SC Launch Program and…
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Charleston Southern professor Dr. Celeste McMaster recognized for Excellence in Teaching
April 16, 2015CHARLESTON, SC – Faculty from 20 private colleges were recognized this week at an awards dinner for their dedication to teaching by South Carolina Independent Colleges and Universities. Dr. Celeste…
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Avison Young Lease Extension – 1483 Tobias Gadson Blvd.
April 16, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – Avison Young commercial real estate is pleased to announce that Gregg Legerton represented the landlord, Tobias, LLC in the lease extension of a 5,411 SF office space…
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VA Announces New Grants to Help End Veteran Homelessness
April 16, 2015
Initiative Targets 45,000 Homeless and At-Risk Veterans and Families in High-Need Communities CHARLESTON, SC – Secretary of Veterans Affairs Robert A. McDonald announced March 31, the award of $2…
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SOL Partners with Lowcountry Aquatic Project Swimming Organization
April 16, 2015
SOL Southwest Kitchen & Tequila Bar will raise money for the learn-to-swim program through the end of May MOUNT PLEASANT, SC – From Monday, April 20 through the end of May,…
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Speaker Lucas: House Paves the Way for Road Repair
April 16, 2015
Passes bill to fund and reform infrastructure COLUMBIA, SC – House Speaker Jay Lucas (District 65-Darlington) released the following statement after the House passed H. 3579. This roads plan was…
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Bad Bitches Of Charleston, Pop Up Dinner Series By All Female Hospitality Team
April 16, 2015
On Sunday, April 26th, the Bad Bitches of Charleston will present their first pop up dinner series, themed 1950’s: Era of the American Matriarch, at Butcher & Bee at 6pm.…
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Citadel School of Business honors top leaders at Hall of Fame event
April 16, 2015CHARLESTON, SC — Four distinguished business leaders are the newest members of The Citadel School of Business Hall of Fame. The school hosted its 12th annual induction ceremony on April…
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City Of Charleston Completes Downtown Bicycle Survey
April 16, 2015
Public input exceeds expectations CHARLESTON, SC – The City of Charleston has completed its Downtown Bicycle Survey, which was the first comprehensive study of cycling patterns in Charleston. Created and managed by the…
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Kelly Services Sponsors Berkeley County Schools’ 2014 Teacher of the Year
April 16, 2015MONCKS CORNER, SC – Berkeley County School District’s 2014 Teacher of the Year, Lauren Reeder, a second grade teacher at Marrington Elementary School, has been sponsored by Kelly Temporary Services…
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City Recognizes 15th Year Of Family Circle Cup In Charleston
April 16, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – The Family Circle Cup, the premiere women’s championship tennis tournament, just completed its 15th season in Charleston, South Carolina after moving here from Hilton Head, SC. Mayor…
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Newly Launched FlashStorage.com Provides Intelligent Insight, Expert Commentary for IT Professionals
April 15, 2015BLUFFTON, SC – FlashStorage.com, the latest entry into Actual Tech Media’s exclusive expert site network, launched today as an industry resource for IT professionals to educate themselves on the products and technologies…
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14 Percent Container Volume Growth at SC Ports
April 15, 2015
SC Inland Port achieves record number of rail moves . CHARLESTON, SC – SC Ports Authority sustained double-digit container volume gains in March, reporting 14.3 percent fiscal year to date…
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South Carolina REALTORS® Release March Market Numbers
April 15, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – South Carolina REALTORS® (SCR) today released its March statewide housing market numbers revealing 2015 to be a healthy and energetic selling season. While all real estate is local, increases…
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Avison Young Land Sale – 4894 Dorchester Road
April 15, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – Avison Young commercial real estate announced that Alan Bolduc, CCIM, SIOR, Christopher B. Fraser, CCIM and Todd P. Garrett, CCIM, SIOR represented the seller, The Charleston Area…
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Frampton Construction grows preconstruction team, promotes Derek Robbins to director
April 15, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – Frampton Construction, a regional full-service construction firm providing planning and design support, preconstruction, construction services, and sustainability services throughout the Carolinas, has expanded its preconstruction services team…
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Ziff Properties Acquires Neighborhood Center
April 15, 2015
MOUNT PLEASANT, SC – Ziff Properties, Inc. today announced the acquisition of St. Francis Marketplace, a multi-anchored retail property located at 4518 Woodruff Road in Columbus, Georgia. The 63,608-square-foot center sold…
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Ziff Properties Acquires Retail Center
April 15, 2015
MOUNT PLEASANT, SC – Ziff Properties, Inc. today announced the acquisition of Signal Mountain Shopping Center, a BI-LO-anchored retail property located at 709 Signal Mountain Road in Chattanooga, Tennessee. The 61,284-square-foot…
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Berkeley Schools’ Value to the County
April 15, 2015MONCKS CORNER, SC – Berkeley County School District continues to provide quality educations to students in one of the fastest growing counties in South Carolina despite budget shortfalls. The South Carolina…
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CresCom Bank Announces New Team Members and Promotions for April
April 15, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – In order to continue striving to towards providing superior quality service in all of its branch locations, CresCom Bank is pleased to welcome four new team members and announce the…
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Senator Scott on Importance of Body Cameras
April 15, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – U.S. Senator Tim Scott (R-SC) released the following statement as the South Carolina Legislature begins consideration of S.47, a bill to require body-worn cameras for law enforcement: “I…
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Speaker Lucas: House Passes Comprehensive Domestic Violence Legislation
April 15, 2015
Deters future crimes, promotes awareness, and transforms culture COLUMBIA, SC – House Speaker Jay Lucas (District 65-Darlington) released the following statement after the House passed H. 3433, the Domestic…
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S.C.’s Top Legal Group Backs Police Body Cam Bill
April 15, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – The South Carolina Association for Justice (SCAJ), the leading voice for plaintiff’s attorneys in the Palmetto State, on Wednesday formally endorsed a bipartisan bill in the State…
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Committee Passes Graham-Authored Legislation on Iran Nuclear Agreement
April 15, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) today praised the Senate Foreign Relations Committee for passing legislation he co-authored, S. 615, the Iran Nuclear Agreement Review Act (Corker-Menendez-Graham). The legislation, which…
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CresCom Bank Names Ryan Benton VP & Commercial Loan Officer
April 15, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – CresCom Bank, one of the fastest growing banks within the Carolinas, has added Ryan Benton as vice president and commercial loan officer to the Mount Pleasant branch, reporting to…
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Jeremiah Oswald Moves License to Carolina One
April 14, 2015SUMMERVILLE, SC – Jeremiah Oswald has called the Charleston area home since moving to Summerville in 2003. A Realtor® since 2008, Oswald recently moved his license to the Summerville Trolley…
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REAL Trends Ranks Carolina One Highest in SC
April 14, 2015CHARLESTON, SC – REAL Trends, a real estate consulting and communications company based in Castle Rock, CO, is considered to be a leading source of real estate news, trends and…
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Avison Young Retail Lease – 297 East Bay Street
April 14, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – Avison Young commercial real estate is pleased to announce that Vitre Stephens represented the tenant, CWG of Charleston, Inc. in the leasing of a retail space located…
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Avison Young Industrial Lease Extension – 7350 Peppermill Parkway
April 14, 2015CHARLESTON, SC – Avison Young commercial real estate is pleased to announce that Todd P. Garrett, CCIM, SIOR represented Jack W. and Shirley R. Hunter Jr. Trustee in the lease…
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William C. Cantey, Jr., CCIM, CRE, Honored With Endowed Scholarship Through CCIM Foundation
April 13, 2015Scholarship Endowed for Service, Dedication to Commercial Real Estate Industry COLUMBIA, SC – William C. (Bill) Cantey, Jr., CCIM, CRE, of Columbia, South Carolina, was recently honored with an endowed scholarship through…
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Lincoln Harris Brokers Triad Engineering’s 2,000-Square-Foot Lease in Charleston
April 13, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – Mike Ferrer, CCIM, and John Nash of Lincoln Harris’ Charleston office have arranged a 2,000-square-foot lease for Triad Engineering at 480 Jessen Lane in Mt. Pleasant, South…
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Berkeley County Schools’ Sells Bonds
April 13, 2015MONCKS CORNER, SC – Berkeley County School District successfully refunded some 2006 bonds for $89,560,000. The District reduced its overall bond interest rate percentages from 2006 rates of 5.05 percent…
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Members of The Citadel Class of 2016 climb the ranks into leadership positions
April 13, 2015CHARLESTON, SC – The Citadel’s Commandant of Cadets designates commanders, regimental staff, sergeants major and first sergeants for the Class of 2016. Cadets who will assume the nine top-ranking positions…
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Recognition Day 2015: the most important day of the year for Citadel freshmen
April 13, 2015
Support newest members of the S.C. Corps of Cadets during iconic march to Marion Square CHARLESTON, SC – Young men and women who entered The Citadel as freshmen last…
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Tecklenburg Reports $266,766 From 669 Donors, With $210,963 Cash on Hand
April 13, 2015
Almost 70% of donors from the Charleston area, with an average donation of $399 CHARLESTON, SC – According to campaign finance reports on file with the SC Ethics Commission,…
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Berkeley County Schools’ Teacher of the Year
April 13, 2015MONCKS CORNER, SC – Amanda Cromer is Berkeley County School District’s 2015 Teacher of the Year. “I am so honored to be recognized with all of the teachers in this…
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Twin Rivers Capital Leases 2207 Mechanic St.
April 13, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – Twin Rivers Capital, LLC has leased 7,400 SF at 2207 Mechanic St. to Cooper River Brewing Company. Phil Rose of TRC represented the tenant and Dexter Rumsey…
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Komen Lowcountry Affiliate Announces 2015-17 Board of Directors
April 13, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – The Lowcountry Affiliate of Susan G. Komen® has announced its 2015-17 board of directors. The board functions to advise, assist and aid in efforts to support breast cancer education and…
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Avison Young Office/Warehouse Lease – 114-B Trigard Street
April 13, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – Avison Young commercial real estate is pleased to announce that Todd P. Garrett, CCIM, SIOR and Thomas Boulware, CCIM of NAI Avant represented 31-W Insulation Company in…
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