A glorious journey
August 24, 2023
By Jeff Becraft One of the statements I utter the most these days is: “Well… you see what my wife lives with.” I mentioned a couple of weeks ago…
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Colliers | South Carolina leases 55,000 square feet of warehouse space to Elara Foodservice Disposables, LLC
August 24, 2023
Colliers | South Carolina industrial brokers Mark Erickson, SIOR and Jarred Watts represented McQueen Distribution, LLC in the leasing of approximately 55,000 square feet of warehouse space at 450 International…
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Life Sciences Forum to draw business, academia from across state to Columbia Sept. 14
August 23, 2023
Registration is surging and a full house is expected for SCbio’s Midyear Life Sciences Forum 2023 on Thursday, Sept. 14 in Columbia. The half-day program is focused on critical issues…
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Colliers hires Ruby Mercer as Marketing Coordinator
August 23, 2023
Ruby Mercer has joined Colliers | South Carolina in the firm’s Charleston office as a Marketing Coordinator. As Marketing Coordinator, Mercer will be responsible for creating materials and executing strategies for property…
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Robbins Construction Group welcomes a new project executive to the team
August 23, 2023
Robbins Construction Group, a full-service design-build construction firm focusing on site selection, preconstruction, and project management, proudly welcomes Ziad Moumne as a new project executive. Moumne is a distinguished construction…
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9,200 SF industrial building sold in Charleston
August 23, 2023
Todd Garrett, CCIM, SIOR, Tradd Varner, SIOR, and Crawford Riddle of Harbor Commercial Partners represented the seller, Hawks Real Estate Belgrade, LLC, in the sale of a 9,200 SF industrial…
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Graze Craze will open soon in Mt Pleasant
August 23, 2023
Graze Craze, the charcuterie franchise, is coming soon to the National Crossing shopping center in Mt. Pleasant. Vitré Ravenel Stephens and Taylor Sekanovich of Harbor Commercial Partners represented the landlord,…
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4 acres leased to Freeport Transportation in North Charleston
August 23, 2023
Harbor Commercial Partners announces that Todd Garrett, CCIM, SIOR, Tradd Varner, SIOR, and Crawford Riddle represented the landlord, Kinder, LLC, in the lease of 4 acres at 4185 Chitwood Ave…
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Forbes names South Carolina Federal the Best Credit Union in South Carolina
August 23, 2023South Carolina Federal Credit Union was named one of America’s Best In-State Credit Unions in 2023 by Forbes, ranking #1 in South Carolina. This prestigious award is presented by Forbes…
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Formula Automatic Door Co leases office space in North Charleston
August 23, 2023
David Newman of Harbor Commercial Partners represented the tenant, Formula Automatic Door Co, Inc. in the leasing of 2,755 SF of office space at 2671 Spruill Ave, Unit C in…
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DWG Consulting Engineers announces promotions of three employee-owners to Principal
August 22, 2023
DWG, Inc. Consulting Engineers (DWG) announces the promotion of three employee owners Mark Uyak, William Billard, and Jill Meyer to Principal. “Mark, Jill, and Will are leaders at DWG and…
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New Hyundai Service Center coming to West Ashley
August 22, 2023
A new Hyundai Service Center is scheduled to open later this summer in West Ashley. Todd Garrett, CCIM, SIOR, Tradd Varner, SIOR, David Newman, and Crawford Riddle of Harbor Commercial…
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Fetter Health Care Network awarded $2 million grant toward maternal health care efforts
August 22, 2023
Fetter Health Care Network (Fetter) has been awarded the Quality Improvement Fund Maternal Health (QIF-MH) grant, a $2 million award provided by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services…
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Colliers Report: Rental rates increase as absorption kept pace with supply
August 22, 2023
Commercial Real Estate Research & Forecast Report Q2 2023 Charleston Multifamily Market Highlights Despite an increase in deliveries, rent growth and total occupancy remained strong in Charleston for Q2 2023.…
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Southeastern Wildlife Exposition opens year-round wildlife art gallery
August 22, 2023Gallery by Southeastern Wildlife Exposition (SEWE), a new, brick-and-mortar extension of the annual Charleston event, will host its grand opening on August 30 The Southeastern Wildlife Exposition (SEWE), a 501(c)(3)…
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TCCC announces interim CEO
August 22, 2023
The Board of Directors of Tri-County Cradle to Career is pleased to announce the appointment of Ericka Plater as interim Chief Executive Officer through December 31, 2023. Ms. Plater has…
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Dorchester County Fire Rescue receives donation of grain bin rescue equipment
August 22, 2023
Dorchester County Fire Rescue (DCFR) is proud to announce the generous donation of grain bin rescue equipment from the Dorchester County Farm Bureau. This donation marks a significant step forward…
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The City of Charleston Office of Cultural Affairs announces We Were Made from Shadows Exhibition by Hirona and Riki Matsuda
August 22, 2023
The City of Charleston Office of Cultural Affairs presents We Were Made from Shadows, featuring large-scale installations and assemblage works by artists Hirona and Riki Matsuda, on view August 23 through…
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Attorneys Matthew Covington, Jordan Crapps, Jessica W. Laffitte, Christine Ormand, & Thomas Twehues recognized as Ones to Watch by Best Lawyers®
August 22, 2023
2024 Best Lawyers in America© – Ones to Watch Gallivan White Boyd announced the selection of attorneys, Matthew Covington, Jordan Crapps, Jessica W. Laffitte, Christine Ormand and Thomas Twehues, as…
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Colliers Report: Vacancy increased due to new deliveries
August 22, 2023
Commercial Real Estate Research & Forecast Report Q2 2023 South Carolina Retail Market Highlights Vacancy increased in Q2 2023 to 3.85% across the state as 986,821 square feet are under…
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South Carolina Ports enters fiscal year 2024 showing signs of strength
August 22, 2023
SC Ports handled 208,134 TEUs and 115,422 pier containers in July. Imports flowing into the Port of Charleston outperformed U.S. volumes with a 12% increase from June and a 3%…
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Affordable housing options to expand in Charlotte as NHE gets underway bringing Ovata at Reedy Creek to life
August 22, 2023
South Carolina-based developer Taylor Davis of NHE knows the situation all too well, after spending more than 25 years of his career involved in developing and managing quality, affordable housing…
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Marketing Minute Video: What to Expect When Working with a PR Firm
August 21, 2023
Marketing Minute by Beverly Bowers, NP Strategy This week’s video shares what to expect when working with a public relations firm and how to set yourself up for success.…
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Best Lawyers® 2024 recognizes 17 Moore & Van Allen attorneys in South Carolina
August 21, 2023
Moore & Van Allen PLLC (MVA) announced that the 2024 edition of The Best Lawyers in America® lists 16 MVA attorneys in South Carolina who were highly recommended by their…
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Princeton Review praises College of Charleston
August 17, 2023
The Princeton Review has once again named the College of Charleston as one of the best institutions for undergraduate education in America. The college admission services company profiles and recommends…
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Voterheads announces the expansion of their collaboration with Ballotpedia
August 17, 2023
Voterheads.com, a South Carolina technology company, is excited to announce the expansion of its local government monitoring and reporting collaboration with Ballotpedia. Visitors to Ballotpedia’s city and county web pages will…
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Rosen Hagood Lawyers recognized as 2024 Best Lawyers® and Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch®
August 17, 2023
Rosen Hagood announced that six of its lawyers have been included in the 2024 edition of The Best Lawyers in America® and one lawyer has been named to the 2024…
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19 Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd Charleston attorneys recognized by Best Lawyers
August 17, 2023
Statewide, 84 Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd attorneys were recognized by Best Lawyers in their respective practice areas. Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. announced that Best Lawyers®, a legal peer-review guide, has selected…
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LCK Report: Manufacturing construction starts are up sharply year over year
August 16, 2023
Mid-Year 2023 South Carolina Construction Trends Report Key Takeaways: 2023 statewide mid-year construction starts have surpassed 75% of 2022 construction starts with positive growth in all sectors Material pricing…
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Colliers | South Carolina announces the retirement of Debbie Lane and the appointment of Kim Butler to Senior Vice President of the Real Estate Management division
August 16, 2023
Charleston/Columbia/Greenville/Spartanburg, SC – Effective October 1, 2023, Debbie Lane will retire from her role as Senior Vice President of Real Estate Management Services (REMS) at Colliers | South Carolina. Debbie…
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You’ve Got to be a Friend to Have a Friend
August 16, 2023
By Reba Hull Campbell Every year, I dust off this “first day of first grade” photo taken in front of then-Crayton Elementary School. It makes me thankful for these…
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My Father’s Failed Quest
August 16, 2023
By Tom Poland Dad had a saying. “I won’t let it whip me.” He prevailed over stubborn bolts, obstinate lawn mowers, welding projects, and just about anything that crossed…
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South Carolina Boating & Fishing Alliance (SCBFA) celebrates surge in recreational boating industry, unveils impressive economic impact figures
August 16, 2023
Despite a pandemic and uncertain economic conditions, recreational boating in South Carolina has surged to an all-time high with a 67% increase in total economic impact on the state and an 80% increase in…
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Colliers Report: Experiential concepts, high-end shopping and entertainment drive retail
August 16, 2023
Commercial Real Estate Research & Forecast Report Q2 2023 Charleston Retail Market Highlights Retail in Charleston is fueled by the opportunity to experience high-end shopping with history and beautiful architecture.…
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Butterfly release will honor and remember women affected by ovarian cancer
August 15, 2023
The Ovarian Cancer Coalition of Central SC (OCC) will hold the annual butterfly release for ovarian cancer September 21 (5:30 pm) at the SC State House to raise awareness of…
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Mount Pleasant’s largest networking event returns for thirteenth year
August 15, 2023
The largest networking event in Mount Pleasant — driven by Crews Subaru of Charleston — is set to take place Thursday, September 28, from 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at…
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Clyde the Chatbot provides College of Charleston students 24/7 access to resources
August 15, 2023
Communicating with students is a top priority for the College of Charleston. Using text messaging powered by artificial intelligence, the College is launching Clyde the Chatbot, which will provide students…
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How to file the final tax return for a deceased taxpayer
August 15, 2023
What you need to know: When someone dies, their surviving spouse, an executor, or an administrator normally files the deceased taxpayer’s final Income Tax return. On the South Carolina Individual…
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Hank and Laurel Greer expand their generosity with a significant contribution to Roper St. Francis Healthcare
August 15, 2023
Generous gift will expand access to care for Berkeley County’s underserved and uninsured A recent gift from Hank and Laurel Greer will expand the Roper St. Francis Greer Transitions Clinic…
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Leadership Series – Jim Stritzinger, South Carolina Broadband Office (SCBBO)
August 15, 2023
The Who’s on the Move Leadership Series highlights people leading extraordinary change in South Carolina. We will be focusing on the journeys of 12 top leaders per year from across the state…
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South Carolina Aquarium and Southern Environmental Law Center track high tides throughout Charleston
August 15, 2023
New Partnership Will Bolster Resilience Efforts Statewide Two weeks ago, the South Carolina Aquarium and the Southern Environmental Law Center (SELC) kicked off their recently formed partnership and quickly found…
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Emerger Strategies joins Climate Neutral’s service provider network
August 15, 2023
Emerger Strategies is delighted to join Climate Neutral’s service provider network, working alongside Climate Neutral to offer Sustainability Consulting Services to brands who want to become Climate Neutral Certified. We’re…
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Melanie Bias, esteemed agent for exclusive and luxury properties, joins Real Estate House International
August 15, 2023
Real Estate House International (REHI) proudly welcomes Melanie Bias, a distinguished agent specializing in prestigious and luxury properties, to the esteemed team. With an impressive track record of representing high-value…
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Long Bay Golf Club reopens following greens restoration project
August 14, 2023
Long Bay Golf Club, a Jack Nicklaus design that is one of the Myrtle Beach area’s most popular layouts, reopened August 14 following a comprehensive greens restoration project. Founders Group…
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Frampton Construction again ranks high on “Best Places to Work in South Carolina”
August 14, 2023
Frampton Construction Company, LLC, a full-service construction firm providing planning and design support, preconstruction, and construction services, has been named to the 2023 list of “Best Places to Work in…
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One80 Place launches new Eviction Prevention service line in Charleston Area
August 14, 2023
One80 Place, the state’s largest nonprofit organization dedicated to ending and preventing homelessness, has launched a new Eviction Prevention line through the United Way Association of South Carolina’s 2-1-1 phone…
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American Red Cross recognizes 130th Anniversary of the Sea Island Hurricane and impacts on the Lowcountry
August 14, 2023
What One hundred and thirty years ago, one of the deadliest hurricanes in American history made landfall on August 27, 1893. Now known as the Sea Island Hurricane, the storm…
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Board of Trustees approve FY24 operating budget, establish new MUSC Institute for Neuroscience Discovery
August 14, 2023
The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) and Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA) Board of Trustees held their regularly scheduled committee sessions and board meeting on August 10 and 11,…
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SC Secretary of State Mark Hammond invites nominations for 2023 Angels
August 14, 2023
South Carolina Secretary of State Mark Hammond announced that his office will accept nominations of charitable organizations for this year’s Angel awards. Every year, the Secretary of State honors several…
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Gary T. Pope Jr. and C.D. Rhodes selected by South Carolina Super Lawyers for 2023 “Rising Stars” list in Government Law
August 14, 2023
Gary T. Pope Jr. and C.D. Rhodes, attorneys concentrating in public finance and government law with Pope Flynn, have been named to the “Rising Stars” list in Government Law for…
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