UofSC graduates celebrate May commencement
April 30, 2018
Thousands of University of South Carolina students from around the system will participate in annual spring commencement ceremonies, with USC Columbia ceremonies taking place Friday, May 11 and Saturday, May 12 in…
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The COMET will be selling 31-day fare cards for half price as a summer special
April 30, 2018
The COMET will be selling 31-day fare cards for half price as a summer special from May 1, 2018 through July 31, 2018. Regular 31-day cards will cost $20 and half…
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Midlands Gives powered by Central Carolina Community Foundation
April 30, 2018
Free General Admission with a Midlands Gives Donation, Tues., May 1 The South Carolina State Museum is once again partnering with Central Carolina Community Foundation as headquarters for this year’s…
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The Ladies Lock-In, a small business event at Columbia Metropolitan Airport
April 30, 2018
Tyra Risher of “Perfect Presents” in partnership with Columbia Metropolitan Airport presents “The Ladies Lock-In” a small business event featuring vending by female small business owners. The event will take…
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Sure Trac expanding operations in Horry County
April 30, 2018Sure Trac, an existing Horry County manufacturer of high-quality axles, announced plans to expand its operations. The company is projected to bring $2.5 million of capital investment and create approximately…
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Sure Trac expanding operations in Horry County
April 30, 2018Sure Trac, an existing Horry County manufacturer of high-quality axles, announced plans to expand its operations. The company is projected to bring $2.5 million of capital investment and create approximately…
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Wireman and Gilstrap join Anderson office of C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS
April 30, 2018Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announced that Julie Wireman and James Gilstrap have joined the company’s Anderson office as sales associates. Julie Wireman and James Gilstrap…
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SC Bar Young Lawyers Division presents major gift to Make-A-Wish and aims to increase 2018 donation
April 30, 2018In 2017, The Young Lawyers Division of the South Carolina Bar made an incredible impact in the lives of local kids battling critical illnesses. Led by a philanthropic committee within…
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Eight Rosen Hagood attorneys recognized on the 2018 South Carolina Super Lawyers and Rising Stars lists
April 30, 2018Rosen Hagood announced that, for the third year in a row, over half of the firm has been selected to the 2018 South Carolina Super Lawyers and Rising Stars lists.…
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HSB announces Employment Law Seminar schedule – May 22, 23 & 30
April 30, 2018
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd’s Employment Practice Group announced the schedule for the spring Employment Law Seminars. HSB attorneys will discuss hot topics HR professionals are facing today: harassment and discrimination in…
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Mark Haynes joins the Garlington Road office of C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS
April 30, 2018
Berkshire Hathaway Home Services C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announced that Mark Haynes has joined the company’s Garlington Road Office as a sales associate. A Columbia, South Carolina native, Haynes attended…
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First Steps reauthorization a victory for kids
April 30, 2018
Governor McMaster formally signed the reauthorization of South Carolina First Steps, a victory for the children of the Palmetto State. The seven-year reauthorization of First Steps to School Readiness was…
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First Steps reauthorization a victory for kids
April 30, 2018
Governor McMaster formally signed the reauthorization of South Carolina First Steps, a victory for the children of the Palmetto State. The seven-year reauthorization of First Steps to School Readiness was…
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PruittHealth – Columbia identified as overall 5-star facility
April 30, 2018
Columbia has proven its commitment to a concentrated focus on patient-centered quality service delivery. This unrelenting dedication allowed for them to be recently deemed a 5-star overall skilled nursing center from…
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2017 Bridge Awards Gala winners announced
April 30, 2018
The Home Builders Association of Greenville Celebrates Industry Leaders The Home Builders Association of Greenville has recognized industry excellence at its Fifth Annual Bridge Awards Gala presented by GBS Building…
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The Home Builders’ Association of Greenville reveals new branding
April 30, 2018
The Home Builders Association of Greenville unveiled its new Bridge Awards logo at their gala this past Thursday, April 26. This logo is the first of a new collection of…
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SCDOT unveils workers memorial in Columbia
April 30, 2018The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) on April 27, 2018, unveiled a memorial to honor the men and women who have given their lives in service to SCDOT and…
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SCDOT unveils workers memorial in Columbia
April 30, 2018The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) on April 27, 2018, unveiled a memorial to honor the men and women who have given their lives in service to SCDOT and…
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Nine SGR attorneys named Super Lawyers for 2018; five named Rising Stars
April 30, 2018Sowell Gray Robinson announced that nine of its attorneys have been named 2018 South Carolina Super Lawyers®, and five additional lawyers were selected as 2018 South Carolina “Rising Stars.” This…
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Two Bluestein attorneys recognized again in 2018 by Super Lawyers
April 30, 2018Once again in 2018, Marti Bluestein – a founding partner of Bluestein Attorneys – has been recognized as one of the South Carolina Super Lawyers®, and Allison Sullivan has been…
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Two Burnette Shutt & McDaniel attorneys in new edition of Super Lawyers
April 30, 2018Two employment attorneys from Burnette Shutt & McDaniel are listed in Super Lawyers 2018, the latest edition of an annual guide that rates attorneys across the nation. Super Lawyers selected…
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SEMDA Medtech to showcase over 20 high-impact new technologies, national speakers – May 2-4
April 30, 2018Leading-edge innovators present for recognition, reward at annual gathering of Southeastern who’s who in medical technology, devices and diagnostics At least 23 organizations ranging from start-ups to well-established companies have…
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SAFE Federal Credit Union picks Elizabeth Duquette to lead Member Service Center
April 30, 2018Elizabeth Duquette, formerly a branch manager for SAFE Federal Credit Union, has been named to oversee the credit union’s Member Service Center. Duquette originally came to SAFE as branch manager…
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Fisher Phillips attorneys selected to 2018 Super Lawyers, Rising Stars lists
April 30, 2018Five attorneys with Atlanta-based Fisher Phillips have been selected for the 2018 South Carolina Super Lawyers list, while one of the firm’s attorneys has been selected as a Rising Star.…
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17 Turner Padget attorneys included among South Carolina Super Lawyers for 2018
April 30, 2018
Turner Padget is pleased to announce that 17 of its attorneys have been recognized by South Carolina Super Lawyers for 2018. Ten attorneys from across the firm are included among…
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17 Turner Padget attorneys included among South Carolina Super Lawyers for 2018
April 30, 2018
Turner Padget is pleased to announce that 17 of its attorneys have been recognized by South Carolina Super Lawyers for 2018. Ten attorneys from across the firm are included among…
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BBC’s shark expert one of several headlining guests at 2018 Eco Ball – May 5
April 30, 2018CHARLESTON, S.C. – GLOBAL ECO ADVENTURES’ (GEA) third annual Eco Ball will be held at the South Carolina Aquarium in Charleston, Sat. evening, May 5. Several VIP guests have already…
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SEMDA Medtech to showcase over 20 high-impact new technologies, national speakers – May 2-4
April 30, 2018
Leading-edge innovators present for recognition, reward at annual gathering of Southeastern who’s who in medical technology, devices and diagnostics At least 23 organizations ranging from start-ups to well-established companies have…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: health-care, on-the-move
Nine SGR attorneys named Super Lawyers for 2018; five named Rising Stars
April 30, 2018
Sowell Gray Robinson announced that nine of its attorneys have been named 2018 South Carolina Super Lawyers®, and five additional lawyers were selected as 2018 South Carolina “Rising Stars.” This…
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Support 372 local nonprofits during Midlands Gives this Tuesday, May 1
April 30, 2018
The fifth annual 24-hour online giving challenge is presented by Central Carolina Community Foundation From midnight to midnight on Tuesday, May 1, thousands of “everyday philanthropists” will come together to…
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Eight Rosen Hagood attorneys recognized on the 2018 South Carolina Super Lawyers and Rising Stars lists
April 30, 2018
Rosen Hagood announced that, for the third year in a row, over half of the firm has been selected to the 2018 South Carolina Super Lawyers and Rising Stars lists.…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: law, on-the-move
BBC’s shark expert one of several headlining guests at 2018 Eco Ball – May 5
April 30, 2018
CHARLESTON, S.C. – GLOBAL ECO ADVENTURES’ (GEA) third annual Eco Ball will be held at the South Carolina Aquarium in Charleston, Sat. evening, May 5. Several VIP guests have already…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz Category: environmental, on-the-move
SAFE Federal Credit Union picks Elizabeth Duquette to lead Member Service Center
April 30, 2018
Elizabeth Duquette, formerly a branch manager for SAFE Federal Credit Union, has been named to oversee the credit union’s Member Service Center. Duquette originally came to SAFE as branch manager…
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Barnes Alford attorneys recognized in 2018 edition of “South Carolina Super Lawyers”
April 30, 2018
Barnes Alford attorneys Weldon R. Johnson, David G. Wolff, Kay Gaffney Crowe, Alan J. Reyner, Robert T. Strickland, Curtis W. Dowling, and Matthew G. Gerrald are honored to have been…
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Two Bluestein attorneys recognized again in 2018 by Super Lawyers
April 30, 2018
Once again in 2018, Marti Bluestein – a founding partner of Bluestein Attorneys – has been recognized as one of the South Carolina Super Lawyers®, and Allison Sullivan has been…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: law, on-the-move
Two Burnette Shutt & McDaniel attorneys in new edition of Super Lawyers
April 30, 2018
Two employment attorneys from Burnette Shutt & McDaniel are listed in Super Lawyers 2018, the latest edition of an annual guide that rates attorneys across the nation. Super Lawyers selected…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: law, on-the-move
Fisher Phillips attorneys selected to 2018 Super Lawyers, Rising Stars lists
April 30, 2018
Five attorneys with Atlanta-based Fisher Phillips have been selected for the 2018 South Carolina Super Lawyers list, while one of the firm’s attorneys has been selected as a Rising Star.…
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LICS honors volunteers and corporate partner for 2017
April 30, 2018LICS hosted their annual volunteer celebration on April 24th to pay honor and tribute to the dedicated individuals, groups, businesses, churches, and other organizations that give their time to…
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BullStreet District’s first restaurant, Bone-In Barbeque, opens Friday
April 27, 2018
Bone-In Barbeque chooses low-and-slow approach to opening Chef Scott Hall wants more than hungry people showing up for his opening of Bone-In Barbeque restaurant on Friday, April 27, 2018, right next…
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Columbia International University leading the way for Monticello Road economic development
April 27, 2018
Columbia International University is joining with community leaders for a revitalization of the Monticello Road corridor beginning with the groundbreaking of the $20 million William H. Jones Global Business &…
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Sigma Supply of North America announces plans to expand to Columbia
April 27, 2018
Sigma Supply of North America, a supplier of packaging equipment and supplies, recently announced plans to expand its operations to Columbia. The company, which currently has locations in Atlanta and Richmond,…
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Columbia Art Center accepting submissions for Art Along the Trail
April 26, 2018The Columbia Art Center is accepting submissions for its 2018 Art Along the Trail showcase at Riverfront Park. The Columbia Art Center and park rangers with the Columbia Parks & Recreation Department have partnered to offer an interactive visual and performing arts experience scheduled for Saturday, October 13 from 10 a.m.…
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Journey to Wakanda with the Friends of African American Art & Culture
April 26, 2018The Friends of African American Art & Culture (FAAAC) brings the cinematic experience of Black Panther to the Columbia Museum of Art on Friday, May 4, 2018. The evening kicks off with a…
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Senior Resources opens new Meals on Wheels Center, launches food truck
April 26, 2018
Senior Resources celebrated the grand opening of its new Meals on Wheels center, and the launch of its food truck, called Señor Resources, at a Thursday event. Both projects have…
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Big Brothers Big Sisters 18th Annual Golf Tournament – May 7
April 26, 2018
Presented by McCrady’s Tavern Big Brothers Big Sisters of Carolina Youth Development Center has announced the details for the 18th Annual Golf Tournament presented by McCrady’s Tavern. The tournament will be…
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Big Brothers Big Sisters 18th Annual Golf Tournament – May 7
April 26, 2018
Presented by McCrady’s Tavern Big Brothers Big Sisters of Carolina Youth Development Center has announced the details for the 18th Annual Golf Tournament presented by McCrady’s Tavern. The tournament will be…
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Stevens & Wilkinson celebrates York County Government Center topping out ceremony
April 26, 2018Stevens & Wilkinson, a full-service architecture, engineering and interior design firm, recently took part in the official “topping out” ceremony earlier this month for York County’s new Government Center. The…
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ADCO announces new digital marketing strategist
April 26, 2018ADCO announced the addition of Lauren McAlexander, who recently joined the ADCO team as a Digital Marketing Strategist. Within this role she will develop and lead digital strategies for ADCO’s…
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Law enforcement SWAT teams hone skills this week
April 26, 2018By W. Thomas Smith Jr. FORT JACKSON, S.C. – This week, 117 SWAT-trained law enforcement officers from 21 separate police departments and sheriff’s offices across S.C. are participating in…
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Autism rates are rising in the US
April 26, 2018
The Center for Disease Control (CDC) released new autism rates. The previous rate was 1 in 68 in the United States. According to the CDC, 1 in 59 8 year…
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