South Carolina business recruitment tops $4.2 billion in 2015
February 3, 2016South Carolina posted another solid business recruitment year in 2015, with capital investment recruited to the state topping $4 billion. From January to December 2015, the state won 150 economic…
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Magnolia Gardens poetry contest deadline March 31
February 2, 2016
Magnolia Plantation and Gardens will award prizes totaling more than $2,000 to poets ̶ young and old ̶ who best capture Magnolia as an idyllic “garden of romance.” Magnolia, America’s…
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Tickets on sale for fifth annual Charleston Beer Garden benefiting Lowcountry AIDS Services
February 2, 2016
Beer lovers will gather at The Grove at Patriots Point to celebrate and salute the suds during the fifth annual Charleston Beer Garden. Tickets go on sale this Sunday, Feb.…
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The Charleston Museum presents its second archive image exhibit
February 2, 2016
The Charleston Museum presents its second offering in its new Lowcountry Image Gallery, providing a glimpse into the past of the area’s surrounding islands . . CHARLESTON, SC – Beaches and Boardwalks:…
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Little Dog Agency Inc., adds depth to their team – hires Laura Murphy as Director of PR and Social Media Strategy
February 2, 2016
MOUNT PLEASANT, SC – Little Dog Agency, Inc., a full-service, Charleston-based agency specializing in Brand Marketing and Public Relations, is expanding their leadership team due to positive growth and new…
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Vireo Labs announces research team building next generation vocational assessment
February 2, 2016
CHARLESTON, SC – Vireo Labs, a career focused technology startup, announced its partnership with Alpha Omega Associates (AOA), which will serve as the research and psychometrics team for the company. Vireo…
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Riley Institute at Furman to co-present SC Energy Forum in Charleston Feb. 5
February 2, 2016
CHARLESTON, SC – An in-depth discussion about three of the major energy issues facing South Carolina will take center stage when the eighth annual Law & Society Symposium is held…
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Thomas Buist represented the buyer and seller in the purchase of 52,227 SF of industrial warehouse space in North Charleston, SC
February 1, 2016Lee & Associates Charleston’s Thomas G. Buist, Jr., SIOR represented both the Buyer, ZNB Brothers, LLC and the Seller, Remora, LLC in the sale of 52,227 SF of industrial space…
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Will Sherrod Represented the Landlord in the Lease of 3,200 SF of Retail Space in North Charleston, SC
February 1, 2016
Lee & Associates Charleston’s Will Sherrod, CCIM represented the Landlord in the lease renewal of 3,200 SF of retail space located in the Windsor Hill Crossing Shopping Center at 3724…
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Ryan Welch Represented Both Parties in a 1,125 SF Lease Expansion in North Charleston, SC
February 1, 2016
Lee & Associates Charleston’s J. Ryan Welch represented both the landlord, Leatherwood Associates, Inc. and the tenant, Foresight Surveyors, LLC in the lease expansion of 1,125 SF of industrial space…
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Ryan Welch Represented the Tenant in the Lease of 4,000 SF of Industrial Space in North Charleston, SC
February 1, 2016
Lee & Associates Charleston’s J. Ryan Welch represented the Tenant, Keller Interiors in the lease renewal of 4,000 SF of industrial space located at 3333 Marathon Court, Suite A in…
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Jarrard, Nowell & Russell expands via merger with local CPA firm
February 1, 2016
Jarrard, Nowell & Russell, LLC (JNR), a Charleston-based accounting and business advisory firm, has expanded its services by merging with established firm Biddlecomb Game & Wise, PC, also based in…
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William Means agent attends Christie’s International conference in Wyoming
February 1, 2016
William Means Real Estate agent Michelle McQuillan joined with other affiliates of Christie’s International Real Estate for a global networking event in January in Jackson Hole, Wyo. From Jan. 21-24,…
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Applications being sought for Hazard Mitigation Grant Program
February 1, 2016
CONWAY, SC – As a result of the federal disaster declaration and flooding event that impacted Horry County on October 5, 2015, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has made available…
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Darkness to Light welcomes newest board member
February 1, 2016
Darkness to Light (D2L) today announced that Herb Jansen, former Partner and Global Director of Human Capital (retired) at Ernst & Young, has been appointed to the D2L board of…
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Get to know Lara Latto, Principal at Harbor View Elementary School
February 1, 2016Lara Latto is the principal at Harbor View Elementary School. Described by colleagues as a role model for both students and teachers, Mrs. Latto believes that her school is about…
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Get to know Lara Latto, Principal at Harbor View Elementary School
February 1, 2016
Lara Latto is the principal at Harbor View Elementary School. Described by colleagues as a role model for both students and teachers, Mrs. Latto believes that her school is about…
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Caldwell Commercial lease of 1360 Truxtun Ave, Suite 300
January 30, 2016Bob Caldwell, SIOR and Shep Benjamin of Caldwell Commercial represented the Tenant, Equiscript, LLC, in the lease of 12,150 SF of office space located at 1360 Truxtun Ave, Suite, 300,…
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Christy A. Hall confirmed as Secretary of Transportation
January 30, 2016
Abbeville native, professional engineer with two decades of SCDOT experience The South Carolina Senate on Thursday, Jan. 28, 2016, confirmed the appointment by Governor Nikki Haley of Christy A. Hall…
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Lennar Coastal Carolinas announces what’s new in 2016
January 30, 2016
Lennar, the nation’s only A+ homebuilder according to Builder Magazine, is ringing in 2016 with new communities in three of the Lowcountry’s most desirable areas. With the Charleston-area recently recognized…
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Caldwell Commercial lease of 1360 Truxtun Ave, Suite 300
January 30, 2016
Bob Caldwell, SIOR and Shep Benjamin of Caldwell Commercial represented the Tenant, Equiscript, LLC, in the lease of 12,150 SF of office space located at 1360 Truxtun Ave, Suite, 300,…
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Two CCSD School Improvement Councils Recognized
January 29, 2016The School Improvement Councils (SICs) for Jennie Moore Elementary School and Laing Middle School were recently named to the SC School Improvement Council’s (SC-SIC) 2016 Honor Roll for their efforts…
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Twenty-Seven Legislators recognized as Health Policy Program Fellows
January 29, 2016Twenty-seven members of the South Carolina General Assembly have been recognized as Health Policy Fellows by the South Carolina Institute of Medicine and Public Health (IMPH). The elected officials were…
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Mayor Tecklenburg State of the City Address
January 29, 2016
CHARLESTON, SC – The following State of the City Address was prepared for delivery by Mayor John J. Tecklenburg on January 26, 2016, at 7:30 p.m. Mr. Mayor Pro…
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2016 Greater Issues Series presentations: David McCullough and Gov. Haley
January 29, 2016
Feb. 19 event with McCullough and March 17 address by Gov. Nikki Haley CHARLESTON, SC – Two Greater Issues Series presentations will be held in coming weeks at The…
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82 Queen celebrates 34th anniversary with One80 Place
January 29, 2016
82 Queen will donate $1.80 to One80 Place for every cup and bowl of She Crab Soup sold February 1-13, 2016 CHARLESTON, SC – Charleston’s most historic restaurant, 82 Queen is…
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South Atlantic Bancshares net income up 11.8 percent
January 29, 2016
MYRTLE BEACH, SC – South Atlantic Bancshares, Inc. (OTCQX: SABK), parent of South Atlantic Bank, today reported net income of $2,240,817 or $0.63 per diluted share for the year endedDecember 31,…
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Twenty-Seven Legislators Recognized as Health Policy Program Fellows
January 29, 2016
Twenty-seven members of the South Carolina General Assembly have been recognized as Health Policy Fellows by the South Carolina Institute of Medicine and Public Health (IMPH). The elected officials were…
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Two CCSD School Improvement Councils Recognized
January 29, 2016The School Improvement Councils (SICs) for Jennie Moore Elementary School and Laing Middle School were recently named to the SC School Improvement Council’s (SC-SIC) 2016 Honor Roll for their efforts…
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Carolina One welcomes 4 new agents
January 28, 2016Jonnie Furmanchik, Robert Nadolny, Wil York and Mike Zieminick have recently placed their real estate licenses with market leader Carolina One Real Estate. Jonnie Furmanchik is a native of Greenville,…
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Howe Hall AIMS accepting applications
January 28, 2016Howe Hall Arts Infused Magnet School (AIMS) is now accepting applications for the 2016-2017 academic year. Applications must be postmarked by Friday, April 1, 2016. Parents interested in completing an…
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BCSD accepting applications for school bus drivers; February training scheduled
January 28, 2016WHO & WHAT: Berkeley County School District is currently accepting applications for school bus drivers and will host a training for drivers who apply. WHEN & WHERE: Apply online at…
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FILL Restaurant & Piano Bar to celebrate Grand Opening February 12-14
January 28, 2016
MOUNT PLEASANT, SC – Located in the Iron Gate Shopping Center in the former Mosaic Cafe Building, FILL Restaurant & Piano Bar will open to the public on Monday, February…
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Charleston County School District offers an extension on the review of instructional materials
January 28, 2016Who: Community members interested in reviewing textbooks available for adoption in Charleston County School District. What: The South Carolina Department of Education finalized the list of instructional materials available for…
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Brad Cunic Named Senior Vice President at Life Cycle Engineering
January 28, 2016
Life Cycle Engineering, Inc., today announced that Brad Cunic has joined Life Cycle Engineering (LCE) as Senior Vice President of the Reliability Consulting Group, which helps companies drive greater performance…
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State Chamber announces tool to streamline process for South Carolina’s exporters
January 28, 2016
The South Carolina Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce a partnership with e-certify that will allow South Carolina businesses to more efficiently secure the documentation they need to do…
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A sweet romantic walk through America’s oldest garden
January 28, 2016
CHARLESTON, SC – The sprawling gardens at Magnolia Plantation and Gardens on the Ashley River will be the setting for a romantic Valentine Chocolate Walk. Ten chocolate stations in the…
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Speakers announced for “Passion. Power. Purpose” Annual Conference
January 28, 2016
CHARLESTON, SC – Center for Women will host its Annual Conference over two days, Thursday, February 18-Friday, February 19, 2016 titled “Passion. Power. Purpose.” This event is geared towards professional women, focusing on…
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News 2’s Cool Star School Award Finalists Announced
January 28, 2016The Charleston County School District (CCSD) announced that WCBD News 2, Charleston’s NBC affiliate, is the sponsor of the second annual Cool Star School Award to honor schools whose educators…
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Inaugural Collegiate Tennis Tournament will be held on Daniel Island, SC in March
January 28, 2016
Family Circle Tennis Center announced today that it would host the inaugural SHAPE Magazine Invitational at its facility March 1st – 3rd, 2016. The tournament is a one-of-a-kind event that…
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South Carolina healthcare leaders join nation’s cancer centers in endorsement of HPV vaccination for cancer prevention
January 28, 2016In response to low national vaccination rates for the human papillomavirus (HPV), the Medical University of South Carolina’s (MUSC) Hollings Cancer Center has joined with the nation’s other 68 National…
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Chris Koepenick, CCIM represented the tenant in the lease of a 3,204 SF retail space on King Street
January 28, 2016
Lee & Associates Charleston’s Chris Koepenick, CCIM represented the tenant, Betty Bridal Atelier, LLC in the lease of a 3,204 SF retail space located at 463 King Street in Charleston. Charles…
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Joel J. Gorjian of Namdar Realty Group acquires 11,000-sq.-ft. Advance Auto Parts single-tenant retail property in Holly Hill, SC
January 28, 2016
The one-story, single-tenant building is currently leased by Advance Auto Parts. Namdar is a national commercial real estate investment and management firm headquartered in Great Neck, NY. The seller was…
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Mashburn Construction welcomes new employees
January 28, 2016
Hunter Lawrimore joins Mashburn’s Charleston office as a Project Engineer. Hunter graduated from Kaplan University in 2010. Before joining Mashburn, Hunter served in the United States Coast Guard for 11…
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Charleston County School District offers an extension on the review of instructional materials
January 28, 2016Who: Community members interested in reviewing textbooks available for adoption in Charleston County School District. What: The South Carolina Department of Education finalized the list of instructional materials available for…
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News 2’s Cool Star School Award Finalists Announced
January 28, 2016The Charleston County School District (CCSD) announced that WCBD News 2, Charleston’s NBC affiliate, is the sponsor of the second annual Cool Star School Award to honor schools whose educators…
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NAI Avant facilitates industrial lease for Labinal Power Systems
January 27, 2016
Thomas Boulware, CCIM, broker with NAI Avant’s Charleston office, recently arranged a ±25,000 square foot industrial lease in Phase I of Atlas Commerce Center located at 8351 Palmetto Commerce Parkway…
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NARENCO establishing solar power operations in Allendale County
January 27, 2016
Company on pace to invest more than $85 million in solar power facility National Renewable Energy Corporation (NARENCO), a leading renewable energy independent power producer focused on development, engineering,…
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Life Cycle Engineering Awarded $53.3 Million NAVSUP FLC Puget Sound contract
January 27, 2016
CHARLESTON, SC – Life Cycle Engineering (LCE) has been awarded a three-year Naval Supply Systems Command Fleet Logistics Center (NAVSUP FLC) Puget Sound delivery order of $53.3 million. Under this contract,…
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Berkeley Middle College High School accepting applications
January 27, 2016MONCKS CORNER, SC – Berkeley County Middle College High School is accepting applications from rising high school juniors and seniors in Berkeley County interested in attending the school during the…
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