First Citizens BancShares and First Citizens Bancorporation Announce Merger Agreement
June 10, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – First Citizens BancShares, Inc. (Nasdaq:FCNCA) and First Citizens Bancorporation today announced the signing of a definitive merger agreement. The agreement provides for the merger of Columbia, S.C.-based First Citizens Bancorporation and…
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GE Breaks Ground In Greenville County, Investing $400 Million
June 10, 2014GREENVILLE, SC – General Electric (GE) today broke ground on a new, state-of-the-art Power & Water advanced manufacturing facility, announcing plans to invest $400 million and create more than 80 new jobs…
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GE Breaks Ground In Greenville County, Investing $400 Million
June 10, 2014GREENVILLE, SC – General Electric (GE) today broke ground on a new, state-of-the-art Power & Water advanced manufacturing facility, announcing plans to invest $400 million and create more than 80 new jobs…
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Buddy Hill Joins Meridian Energy & Environment
June 10, 2014
CHARLESTON, SC – Meridian Energy & Environment, LLC, is pleased to announce that Lewis (Buddy) Hill, P.G., has joined the firm’s Site Assessment Team as a senior consultant. He was…
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Mic Smith named ‘Photographer of the Year’ by Cooperative Communicators Association
June 10, 2014
CHARLESTON, SC – Mic Smith recently received national recognition from the Cooperative Communicators Association (CCA), which named him 2014 Photographer of the Year for his contributions to South Carolina Living…
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Local Advertisers Win Big in Boca
June 10, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – Chernoff Newman’s Danielle Salley and David Campbell achieved national recognition at the American Advertising Federation (AAF) National Conference, Admerica, May 28-31, in Boca Raton, Florida. The annual conference brings…
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Local Advertisers Win Big in Boca
June 10, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – Chernoff Newman’s Danielle Salley and David Campbell achieved national recognition at the American Advertising Federation (AAF) National Conference, Admerica, May 28-31, in Boca Raton, Florida. The annual conference brings…
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Santee Cooper Announces Revenue Bond Sale
June 10, 2014
MONCKS CORNER, SC – Santee Cooper will offer a tax-exempt revenue bond issue totaling between $300 million and $500 million this week, with a portion of the 2014A Series bonds…
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Trident Medical Center honored with Mission: Lifeline quality achievement award
June 10, 2014NORTH CHARLESTON, SC – Trident Medical Center has received the Mission: Lifeline®Bronze Receiving Quality Achievement Award for implementing specific quality improvement measures outlined by the American Heart Association for the…
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Jarrard, Nowell & Russell Names Cristina Bumgartner Staff Accountant
June 10, 2014CHARLESTON, SC –Jarrard, Nowell & Russell, LLC, a Charleston-based certified public accounting and business advisory firm, has added Cristina A. Bumgartner as staff accountant. As staff accountant, Bumgartner prepares corporate,…
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Gov. Nikki Haley, Education Professionals Celebrate Passage Of K-12 Education Reform Initiative
June 9, 2014
Achieving The Promise Of An Equitable Education COLUMBIA, SC – Governor Nikki Haley today joined education professionals and South Carolina business leaders in celebrating the final passage of her K-12 Education…
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Gov. Nikki Haley, Education Professionals Celebrate Passage Of K-12 Education Reform Initiative
June 9, 2014
Achieving The Promise Of An Equitable Education COLUMBIA, SC – Governor Nikki Haley today joined education professionals and South Carolina business leaders in celebrating the final passage of her K-12 Education…
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Nelsen Reappointed as SCETV Commission Chairman
June 9, 2014GREENVILLE, SC – South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley has reappointed Furman University political science professor Brent Nelsen to serve as chairman of the South Carolina Educational Television Commission. Nelsen has…
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Nelsen Reappointed as SCETV Commission Chairman
June 9, 2014GREENVILLE, SC – South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley has reappointed Furman University political science professor Brent Nelsen to serve as chairman of the South Carolina Educational Television Commission. Nelsen has…
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SCPRT Hires Communications Professional to Boost Statewide Tourism Marketing
June 9, 2014
COLUMBIA, SC – A new public relations professional was added to the team at the South Carolina Department of Parks, Recreation & Tourism (SCPRT) to enhance its efforts in marketing the…
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SCPRT Hires Communications Professional to Boost Statewide Tourism Marketing
June 9, 2014
COLUMBIA, SC – A new public relations professional was added to the team at the South Carolina Department of Parks, Recreation & Tourism (SCPRT) to enhance its efforts in marketing the…
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BJU President Named Distinguished Alumnus by The Citadel
June 9, 2014
GREENVILLE, SC – The Citadel Alumni Association recently named BJU President Steve Pettit, a 1978 business administration graduate of The Citadel, as a Distinguished Citadel Alumnus. The Citadel, The Military…
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WishBox reaches goal of featuring 100th U.S. manufacturers on its European web site
June 9, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – In an astounding 9 months, WishBox has made available an opportunity for these 100 manufacturers, mostly small to medium size companies, ready access to the 400 million consumer…
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WishBox reaches goal of featuring 100th U.S. manufacturers on its European web site
June 9, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – In an astounding 9 months, WishBox has made available an opportunity for these 100 manufacturers, mostly small to medium size companies, ready access to the 400 million consumer…
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NCCI Presents Contribution to Kids’ Chance of South Carolina
June 9, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – Each year, the National Council on Compensation Insurance, Inc. (NCCI) holds State Advisory Forums designed to promote education and provide a greater understanding of both national and…
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NCCI Presents Contribution to Kids’ Chance of South Carolina
June 9, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – Each year, the National Council on Compensation Insurance, Inc. (NCCI) holds State Advisory Forums designed to promote education and provide a greater understanding of both national and…
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Delta Dental’s “Land Of Smiles” Characters Motivate Charleston Area Students To Adopt Healthy Oral And Overall Habits
June 9, 2014
CHARLESTON, SC – Tooth decay is the leading chronic infectious disease among children in our nation. It causes pain and can interfere with a child’s ability to eat, speak, smile and concentrate,…
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South Carolina State Parks Service Launches Yearlong ‘Making Memories’ Photo Contest
June 9, 2014CHARLESTON, SC – The South Carolina State Parks Service is excited to announce the launch of ‘Making Memories,’ a yearlong photo contest inviting visitors and locals alike to capture, then share,…
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South Carolina State Parks Service Launches Yearlong ‘Making Memories’ Photo Contest
June 9, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – The South Carolina State Parks Service is excited to announce the launch of ‘Making Memories,’ a yearlong photo contest inviting visitors and locals alike to capture, then share,…
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Lee & Associates Charleston Leases 1,500 SF of Flex Space in North Charleston
June 9, 2014CHARLESTON, SC – Ryan Welch of Lee & Associates Charleston represented the Landlord, L’Wood Associates, Inc., in the leasing of 1,500 SF of flex space located at 4365 Dorchester Road…
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Blackbaud Launches Luminate CRM on Salesforce1 AppExchange, the World’s Leading Business Apps Marketplace
June 9, 2014CHARLESTON, SC – Blackbaud, Inc. (Nasdaq: BLKB) today announced it has launched Luminate CRM on Salesforce1 AppExchange, empowering businesses to connect with customers, partners and employees in a whole new way. Inclusion of Luminate…
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Congressman Clyburn Congratulates Judge Bruce Howe Hendricks on Her Confirmation
June 9, 2014
COLUMBIA, SC – Bruce Howe Hendricks was unanimously confirmed by the U.S. Senate today for a seat on the Federal District Court for the District of South Carolina. “Brucie” Hendricks…
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Congressman Clyburn Congratulates Judge Bruce Howe Hendricks on Her Confirmation
June 9, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – Bruce Howe Hendricks was unanimously confirmed by the U.S. Senate today for a seat on the Federal District Court for the District of South Carolina. “Brucie” Hendricks…
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Frontline Introduces Coastal Rental Home Insurance For Non-Owner Occupied Homes in South Carolina
June 9, 2014
LAKE MARY, FL – Owners of rental property in South Carolina have a new option for protecting their investment. Rental home insurance from Frontline Insurance, a new product from the…
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Serial Entrepreneur Selects Charleston for Next Enterprise
June 9, 2014
Echovate to commence business operations at the Charleston Digital Corridor’s Flagship Accelerator CHARLESTON, SC – Echovate, a start-up company focused on helping businesses make smarter hiring decisions, has selected Charleston…
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Nexsen Pruet Ranked Among Top Firms in the Carolinas
June 8, 2014
COLUMBIA, SC – Nexsen Pruet is ranked as a leading law firm in the Carolinas in the 2014 edition of Chambers USA: America’s Leading Lawyers for Business. The legal guide…
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Nexsen Pruet Ranked Among Top Firms in the Carolinas
June 8, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – Nexsen Pruet is ranked as a leading law firm in the Carolinas in the 2014 edition of Chambers USA: America’s Leading Lawyers for Business. The legal guide…
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South Carolina State Parks Service Launches Yearlong ‘Making Memories’ Photo Contest
June 6, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – The South Carolina State Parks Service is excited to announce the launch of ‘Making Memories,’ a yearlong photo contest inviting visitors and locals alike to capture, then share,…
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South Carolina State Parks Service Launches Yearlong ‘Making Memories’ Photo Contest
June 6, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – The South Carolina State Parks Service is excited to announce the launch of ‘Making Memories,’ a yearlong photo contest inviting visitors and locals alike to capture, then share,…
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TDC Cutting Tools and Greenfield Industries to Expand Operations in Oconee County
June 6, 2014
$8.2 Million Investment Will Result In 38 New Positions OCONEE, SC – TDC Cutting Tools, Inc. will establish its overseas headquarters in Oconee County at the same site as its subsidiary,…
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TDC Cutting Tools and Greenfield Industries to Expand Operations in Oconee County
June 6, 2014
$8.2 Million Investment Will Result In 38 New Positions OCONEE, SC – TDC Cutting Tools, Inc. will establish its overseas headquarters in Oconee County at the same site as its subsidiary,…
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Robert E. Bendetti Jr. Named Volunteer Advisor to South Carolina Federal Credit Union
June 5, 2014N. CHARLESTON, SC— South Carolina Federal Credit Union has selected Robert E. Bendetti Jr. to serve as the newest Volunteer Advisor to its Board of Directors. The Volunteer Advisor program exists…
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Matt Alexander Joins Supervisory Committee at South Carolina Federal Credit Union
June 5, 2014N. CHARLESTON, SC — South Carolina Federal Credit Union’s Board of Directors appointed Matt Alexander as its newest member of the Supervisory Committee. The Supervisory Committee provides assurance that credit union policies,…
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Board Appoints Benggio Acting Director
June 5, 2014
COLUMBIA, SC – The South Carolina State Library’s Board of Trustees has unanimously appointed Leesa Benggio as Acting Director of the South Carolina State Library. Benggio has been employed by…
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Board Appoints Benggio Acting Director
June 5, 2014
COLUMBIA, SC – The South Carolina State Library’s Board of Trustees has unanimously appointed Leesa Benggio as Acting Director of the South Carolina State Library. Benggio has been employed by…
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Supporting Statewide Initiative, BlueCross and BlueChoice Expand Prenatal Coverage
June 5, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – Taking the next steps in a statewide effort to improve healthy birth rates, BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina and BlueChoice® HealthPlan of South Carolina are enhancing prenatal benefits…
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Supporting Statewide Initiative, BlueCross and BlueChoice Expand Prenatal Coverage
June 5, 2014
COLUMBIA, SC – Taking the next steps in a statewide effort to improve healthy birth rates, BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina and BlueChoice® HealthPlan of South Carolina are enhancing prenatal benefits…
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2014 Ken Bower Scholarship Recipients Announced
June 5, 2014CHARLESTON, SC -The Ken Bower Teacher Cadet Scholarship, named in memory of Dr. Ken Bower, an architect of the original Teacher Cadet course and curriculum, is awarded each year to as…
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2014 Ken Bower Scholarship Recipients Announced
June 5, 2014COLUMBIA, SC -The Ken Bower Teacher Cadet Scholarship, named in memory of Dr. Ken Bower, an architect of the original Teacher Cadet course and curriculum, is awarded each year to as…
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Renovations Double the Storage Capacity for ECCO’s Food Warehouse
June 5, 2014CHARLESTON, SC – East Cooper Community Outreach (ECCO) announces the renovation of its Food Warehouse. Thanks to a generous donor, ECCO is doubling its capacity to store and distribute food for…
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MUSC Waring Library Wins Online Resource Award
June 5, 2014CHARLESTON, SC – The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) Waring Historical Library received 2014 Online Resource Award from the Archivists and Librarians in the History of the Health Sciences…
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Dr. Tom Thompson, Candidate for Superintendent of Education, Announces Campaign Event Tour
June 5, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – Dr. Tom Thompson, candidate for S.C. State Superintendent of Education, has announced his Campaign Event Tour. This tour will take place Wednesday, June 4th through Tuesday, June 10th.…
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Dr. Tom Thompson, Candidate for Superintendent of Education, Announces Campaign Event Tour
June 5, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – Dr. Tom Thompson, candidate for S.C. State Superintendent of Education, has announced his Campaign Event Tour. This tour will take place Wednesday, June 4th through Tuesday, June 10th.…
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PureCars® Launches All-New Value Intelligence Platform
June 5, 2014
CHARLESTON, SC – PureCars®, the automotive industry’s leading provider of digital merchandising solutions, today announced the launch of an all-new Value Intelligence Platform (VIP). The platform will feature PureCars’ proprietary…
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Collins & Lacy, PC Attorneys Reflect Firm’s Commitment to Community Service
June 4, 2014Attorneys named to Board of Director Positions in Midlands and Upstate COLUMBIA, SC – Collins & Lacy, P.C. has recognized Brian Comer and Chet Chea for their commitment to community…
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