Storytellers and craftsmen re-create life before and after freedom
February 10, 2016
Four storytellers with blacksmith, cooking and brickmaking demonstrations at Magnolia Plantation and Gardens will present life on a Southern plantation before and after the end of chattel slavery. Following the…
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Musician Mat Kearney, band switchfoot and basketball legend Rick Barry are among the celebrities set to play in NEEDTOBREATHE Classic
February 10, 2016
A number of musicians, sports legends and actors are expected to grab their golf clubs for a good cause as they participate in the fourth annual NEEDTOBREATHE Classic golf tournament…
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Senator Marlon Kimpson files Affordable Housing Legislation
February 10, 2016
On Tuesday, February 9, 2016, State Senator Marlon Kimpson (D-Charleston) introduced three bills aimed at improving affordable housing opportunities throughout the state of South Carolina. “We have a problem. The…
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SOL Southwest Kitchen & Tequila Bar raises over $1,300 for the local Ronald McDonald House
February 10, 2016
This past Holiday season, SOL Southwest Kitchen & Tequila Bar paired up with local charity chapter Ronald McDonald House (RMH) of Charleston to raise money to support countless House initiatives…
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Bring a friend, lose weight and gain $10,000 this February at O2 Fitness
February 10, 2016
Refer a buddy and be entered to win pumped-up prizes Studies show that people are up to seven times more likely to achieve their fitness goals when exercising with…
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NAI Avant Facilitates ±12,150 square foot office lease at former naval base in North Charleston, SC
February 10, 2016
Dexter Rumsey, senior broker with NAI Avant’s Charleston office, recently arranged a ±12,150 square foot office lease of the entire third floor of Seven Storehouse Row located on the former…
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Tropical Smoothie Café continues national expansion with new location in Charleston, S.C.
February 10, 2016
Tropical Smoothie Café, the leading fast casual café concept known for its better-for-you food and smoothies with a tropical twist, announced today it signed a franchisee agreement to open a…
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InTown launches new app with free trial; prepares to expand “out-a-town”
February 10, 2016
From food to fun, InTown.com is your digital guide to what’s going on in and around town Local information website InTown.com has become the go-to resource for consumers looking for things to do,…
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Andrew Edwards joins Regina Corso Consulting as SVP, PR and Communications Research
February 10, 2016
Research and PR industry veteran brought on to strengthen PR and communications industry offerings Regina Corso Consulting announces that Andrew Edwards has joined the Mount Pleasant, SC firm. In the role…
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Caldwell Commercial new listing – Aviation Business Park IV
February 10, 2016Caldwell Commercial announce its new listing, available September 2016, at 5895 Core Road, North Charleston, SC. Aviation Business Park IV, offers a minimum of 10,400 SF and a maximum of…
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Three past champions return for the 2016 Volvo Car Open
February 10, 2016
Jelena Jankovic, Sabine Lisicki and Samantha Stosur enter the Charleston WTA tournament Jelena Jankovic, the 2007 Family Circle Cup champion, Sabine Lisicki, the 2009 Family Circle Cup champion and…
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South Carolina ranks 2nd in % solar job growth nationally
February 10, 2016
The Solar Foundation (TSF), an independent nonprofit research and education organization, today released state-by-state data from its annual National Solar Jobs Census series via the State Solar Jobs Census Map (www.SolarStates.org). This year’s State Census provides…
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South Carolina ranks 2nd in % solar job growth nationally
February 10, 2016
The Solar Foundation (TSF), an independent nonprofit research and education organization, today released state-by-state data from its annual National Solar Jobs Census series via the State Solar Jobs Census Map (www.SolarStates.org). This year’s State Census provides…
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Caldwell Commercial new listing – Aviation Business Park IV
February 10, 2016
Caldwell Commercial announce its new listing, available September 2016, at 5895 Core Road, North Charleston, SC. Aviation Business Park IV, offers a minimum of 10,400 SF and a maximum of…
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Williamson honored as State Employee of the Year by S.C. Association of Regional Councils of Government
February 9, 2016
The S.C. Association of Regional Councils of Government named James C. “Jimmie” Williamson, Ph.D., president of the SC Technical College System, as State Employee of the Year. Williamson was recognized…
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Williamson honored as State Employee of the Year by S.C. Association of Regional Councils of Government
February 9, 2016
The S.C. Association of Regional Councils of Government named James C. “Jimmie” Williamson, Ph.D., president of the SC Technical College System, as State Employee of the Year. Williamson was recognized…
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Good Done Great launches the only fully unified corporate social responsibility technology suite
February 8, 2016
The cloud-based platform enables Fortune 1000 companies to execute engaging employee giving, volunteer and corporate grant programs and initiatives through one platform. “Until now, corporations wanting to unify their CSR…
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Ameris Bank announces Peggy Small as Mt. Pleasant Branch Manager
February 8, 2016
Ameris Bank has named Peggy Small as branch manager of the Mt. Pleasant location. In this role she will build and maintain banking relationships in the Mt. Pleasant area and…
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Local works companies thrive from bustling cowork space
February 8, 2016
One and a half years after launch, Lowcountry Local First has announced the annual revenue of the 42 entrepreneurs in the organization’s Local Works coworking space exceeds $16,000,000. The space…
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The Beach Company celebrates 70th anniversary by supporting Memminger Elementary reading programs
February 8, 2016
The Beach Company has partnered with Memminger Elementary School in Charleston, to promote literacy by providing mentorship to students, donating books to the school library and building a special “book…
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Grainger Generating Station stacks fall
February 8, 2016
Santee Cooper brought down Grainger Generating Station’s two, 300-foot stacks, the final significant structures to be removed in the ongoing dismantling of the station and a significant symbol of Santee…
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DHEC awards eight South Carolina Schools as Champions of the Environment
February 8, 2016
The S.C. Department of Health and Environmental Control announced eight schools won grants to support innovative efforts to educate the next generation of environmental stewards. . From building bird sanctuaries…
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Berkeley County Schools’ Rookie Teachers of the Year
February 8, 2016Schools in Berkeley County School District have chosen their Rookie Teachers of the Year. Rookie Teachers of the Year are nominated by their school principal based on the following…
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Peter Zheutlin discusses his NY Times Best Seller “Rescue Road” Friday, Feb. 19th
February 8, 2016
Join us Friday, Feb. 19th at noon for Blue Bicycle Books Charleston Author Series luncheon at Halls Chophouse when author Peter Zheutlin talks about his NY Times Best Selling Book, Rescue…
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HotSchedules and PeopleMatter partner to create best-in-class workforce management platform
February 8, 2016
Leading hospitality technology companies announce multiphase partnership to integrate complementary applications into one platform HotSchedules® and PeopleMatter announced a multiphase partnership to create the restaurant industry’s top workforce management…
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Number of participating artists jumps by 70% for Columbia Open Studios Tour, Presented by 701 Center for Contemporary Art on April 2-3, 2016
February 8, 2016The number of artists who will open their studios for Columbia Open Studios, presented by the nonprofit 701 Center for Contemporary Art (701 CCA) on April 2 and 3, 2016,…
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Number of participating artists jumps by 70% for Columbia Open Studios Tour, Presented by 701 Center for Contemporary Art on April 2-3, 2016
February 8, 2016
The number of artists who will open their studios for Columbia Open Studios, presented by the nonprofit 701 Center for Contemporary Art (701 CCA) on April 2 and 3, 2016,…
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Blending robotics and employees: a manufacturing success story
February 5, 2016
Fall-Protection leader SixAxis thrives with innovative practices The Institute of Supply Management (ISM) reported that the American manufacturing sector had contracted for the fourth consecutive month. Also reported was…
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TransformSC schools and districts using technology to personalize learning
February 5, 2016
National and state experts give educators support to scale blended learning Educators gathered at the Center for Advanced Technical Studies in Chapin to advance the use of blended learning…
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Charleston Regional Development Alliance launches new website
February 4, 2016
For the first time in nine years, the Charleston Regional Development Alliance (CRDA) has launched a completely redesigned new economic development website for Charleston | South Carolina | USA: charlestoneconomicdevelopment.com.…
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Marketing Strategies, Inc. wins international award for consumer advertising
February 4, 2016
Marketing Strategies, Inc., a marketing and public relations firm with offices in Myrtle Beach, SC was awarded the prestigious Dave Wilson Award for Consumer Advertising during this year’s Manny Awards…
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Zubie introduces new preventive vehicle maintenance app tools for small business fleets
February 4, 2016
Zubie Maintenance helps fleet owners save money, extend life of vehicles Zubie, a leading connected-car platform and service provider, has enhanced its robust suite of business fleet tracking, analytics…
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CCSD to Host Winter Gala Honoring Excellent Educators
February 4, 2016WHAT: The Charleston County School District (CCSD) will host its 6th Annual Winter Gala: An Evening with the Stars Presents: Broadway! The sold out event (1,000 attendees) will honor 84…
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Five CCSD Teachers Featured in International Professional Learning Films
February 4, 2016The Charleston County School District announced that five teachers from our district are featured in videos about effective teaching in an online professional learning platform, Edivate. Videos on Edivate are…
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Caldwell Commercial office lease – Harrell Square
February 4, 2016Bob Caldwell, SIOR and Shep Benjamin of Caldwell Commercial represented the Landlord in the lease of 2,304 SF of office space at Harrell Square, 2000 Sam Rittenberg Blvd in Charleston,…
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$200,000 in Apprenticeship Grants Available to Innovative Workforce Programs
February 4, 2016
The State Workforce Development Board (SWDB) is making available $200,000 for innovative apprenticeship grant initiatives. This initiative aims to increase training and employment opportunities for priority populations such as individuals…
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Frampton Construction grows team with two new hires
February 4, 2016
Frampton Construction Company, LLC, a regional full-service construction firm providing planning and design support, preconstruction, construction services, and sustainability services throughout the Carolinas, has added two to the construction team.…
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Carolinas AGC Announces 2016 Board of Directors
February 4, 2016
CHARLOTTE, NC – Carolinas Associated General Contractors (Carolinas AGC) announce the 2016 Board of Directors. Chair: Edison Cassels, Edison Foard, Inc. Chair Elect: Marty McKee, King Asphalt, Inc. Treasurer: J. Paul Mashburn, Mashburn…
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Free Ask-A-Lawyer web chats next week
February 4, 2016
The SC Bar Ask-A-Lawyer program, which coordinates volunteer lawyers in a regional effort to assist the public with its legal questions, will host statewide web chats next week on Monday,…
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Monsanto Company makes donation to Plant it Forward SC
February 4, 2016
Monsanto Company donated $25,000 to Plant it Forward South Carolina, an initiative by South Carolina Advocates for Agriculture, on February 1, 2016. Plant it Forward SC will provide relief funds…
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Caldwell Commercial office lease – Harrell Square
February 4, 2016
Bob Caldwell, SIOR and Shep Benjamin of Caldwell Commercial represented the Landlord in the lease of 2,304 SF of office space at Harrell Square, 2000 Sam Rittenberg Blvd in Charleston,…
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CCSD to Host Winter Gala Honoring Excellent Educators
February 4, 2016WHAT: The Charleston County School District (CCSD) will host its 6th Annual Winter Gala: An Evening with the Stars Presents: Broadway! The sold out event (1,000 attendees) will honor 84…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc Category: education, on-the-move
Five CCSD Teachers Featured in International Professional Learning Films
February 4, 2016The Charleston County School District announced that five teachers from our district are featured in videos about effective teaching in an online professional learning platform, Edivate. Videos on Edivate are…
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Will Sherrod represented the buyer in the sale of a 5,000 SF commercial building in Murrells Inlet, SC
February 3, 2016Lee & Associates Charleston’s Will Sherrod, CCIM represented the Buyer in the sale of a 5,000 SF of commercial building located at 11746 Highway 17 Bypass in Murrells Inlet, South…
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BUSCOT LLC establishing operations in Colleton County
February 3, 2016Company Investing $1.15 Million To Establish Its First U.S. Facility BUSCOT LLC, an Italy-based producer of specialty bearings, is establishing manufacturing operations in Colleton County. The $1.15 million investment in…
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House plans to furlough additional week in February
February 3, 2016
House Speaker Jay Lucas (District 65-Darlington) announced that the House plans to furlough an additional week over February 15th, 2016. Previously scheduled weeks include March 28th and April 4th, the…
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Burroughs & Chapin Company, Inc. unveils the first phase of its new vision for Broadway at the Beach
February 3, 2016
The relocation of Hard Rock Cafe Myrtle Beach and the area’s first Dave & Buster’s will be part of this multiyear transformation . . Burroughs & Chapin Company, Inc. officially…
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DEW, DSS partner on employment and training program
February 3, 2016
Gov. Nikki Haley announced a partnership between the Department of Employment and Workforce (DEW) and the Department of Social Services (DSS) that will transfer the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)…
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Out of State Drivers Pay 30 Percent
February 3, 2016
By Bill Ross, Executive Director of the South Carolina Alliance to Fix Our Roads This past week the Senate Finance Committee met to discuss the status of a bill to…
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The Article 6 Marital Trust created under the Jerry Zucker Revocable Trust purchases shares of Titan Logix Corp.
February 3, 2016
NORTH CHARLESTON, SC – The Article 6 Marital Trust created under the First Amended and Restated Jerry Zucker Revocable Trust dated 4-2-07 (the “Trust“) announced that it has purchased 469,400 common…
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