Minimum wage can affect criminal recidivism, Clemson study says
February 7, 2018
A higher minimum wage and earned income tax credits (EITCs) can mean the difference between a return to prison for recently released convicts or making a living outside of crime,…
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Fireflies to host job fair Saturday, February 24
February 7, 2018
The Columbia Fireflies will be hosting a job fair at Spirit Communications Park on Saturday, February 24 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The team is looking to fill approximately 300 seasonal…
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City of Columbia Public Space Public Life Survey
February 7, 2018
The City of Columbia is seeking volunteers on March 22nd and March 24th to help conduct our third annual Public Space Public Life Survey throughout downtown Columbia. Tracking how we use our…
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Free City Ranger Programs offered in February
February 7, 2018
The City of Columbia’s Parks Rangers will host a new series of ranger programs for the month of February including a mushroom garden class and various series on Riverfront Park’s…
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SCE&G hosts neighborhood energy efficiency program in Blackville
February 7, 2018
Residents of Blackville attended a community meeting Tuesday, Feb. 5, to receive information about an energy efficiency program that SCE&G is offering through March 2018 at no charge to residential…
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Midlands artists premiere original work, Misery is Optional – Recollections of Recovery, at Harbison Theatre at Midlands Technical College
February 7, 2018
Theatre patrons of the Midlands know Dewey Scott-Wiley and Christine Hellman well, but audiences at Harbison Theatre at Midlands Technical College (HT@MTC) will get to know this award-winning team much…
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SC Bar offers free legal clinics in the Midlands
February 7, 2018
The SC Bar Public Services Division will sponsor three free legal clinics in the Midlands in February. The schedule is as follows: February 13—Bankruptcy Law Issues, presented by Philip M.…
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Award winning broker joins ERA Wilder Realty Chapin Office as New Broker-in-Charge
February 7, 2018
Leading local real estate professional Tony Nalley has been named Broker-in-charge of the ERA Wilder Chapin Office, effective January 19, 2018. “I have been lucky to have such a long and…
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Nelson Mullins Awards third year of Diversity Scholarship
February 7, 2018
Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP has awarded its third year of a Diversity Scholarship to law student Jason Richardson. He will receive a $10,000 scholarship and a salaried summer…
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Cultural Planning input survey for Amplify: a Cultural Plan for the Columbia
February 7, 2018
The City of Columbia Planning & Development Services Department invites the public to participate in a cultural planning input survey which will help guide the planning process for Amplify: A…
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Frontier Logistics expanding North Charleston operations
February 7, 2018
Logistics Provider Investing $35.5 Million in Charleston County Frontier Logistics, a provider of supply chain management services, is expanding its existing operations in Charleston County with the recent purchase of…
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Frontier Logistics expanding North Charleston operations
February 7, 2018
Logistics Provider Investing $35.5 Million in Charleston County Frontier Logistics, a provider of supply chain management services, is expanding its existing operations in Charleston County with the recent purchase of…
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SC Chamber applauds legislature for passage of H.3653
February 7, 2018
The South Carolina House today concurred with Senate amendments to H.3653, legislation which limits nuisance actions by new neighbors against the normal operations of existing manufacturing facilities by codifying the “coming to the nuisance” defense. The bill now…
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SC Chamber applauds legislature for passage of H.3653
February 7, 2018The South Carolina House today concurred with Senate amendments to H.3653, legislation which limits nuisance actions by new neighbors against the normal operations of existing manufacturing facilities by codifying the “coming to the nuisance” defense. The bill now…
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Sue Schneider leads new officers for Ten at the Top
February 7, 2018
Sue Schneider, the Executive Director of Spartanburg Water, has been selected as the 2018-2019 Board of Directors Chair for Ten at the Top (TATT). Schneider joined the Board of Directors…
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Anderson office of C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announces two new associates
February 7, 2018Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announced that Angela Burnette Moore and Renee Watts have joined the company’s Anderson office as sales associates. Angela Burnette Moore and…
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Secretary of Transportation presents 2018 “State of SCDOT”
February 7, 2018
Secretary of Transportation Christy A. Hall presented the “State of SCDOT” report for 2018 to the Senate Transportation Committee on February 7, 2018. The annual review provided the current status of…
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Secretary of Transportation presents 2018 “State of SCDOT”
February 7, 2018
Secretary of Transportation Christy A. Hall presented the “State of SCDOT” report for 2018 to the Senate Transportation Committee on February 7, 2018. The annual review provided the current status of…
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South Carolina declines in teen pregnancy and childbearing lead to millions in public savings
February 7, 2018
More than two decades of investments in prevention programs and services have led to significant declines in unplanned pregnancies and birth rates among teens in South Carolina. New analysis from Power…
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South Carolina declines in teen pregnancy and childbearing lead to millions in public savings
February 7, 2018
More than two decades of investments in prevention programs and services have led to significant declines in unplanned pregnancies and birth rates among teens in South Carolina. New analysis from Power…
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Softdocs capitalizes on changes in ECM market with strong Q4 and record-setting 2017
February 7, 2018
Softdocs, a leading provider of education document management solutions, announced Q4 2017 achievements, wrapping up a record-setting year for both revenue and client growth. As changes in the ECM industry continue…
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Van Dyke’s Restorers, Inc. expanding Greenwood County operations
February 7, 2018
Home Renovation Product Supplier Creating 31 New Jobs Van Dyke’s Restorers, Inc., a provider of products for home renovation projects, is expanding operations in Greenwood County to accommodate its continued…
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Van Dyke’s Restorers, Inc. expanding Greenwood County operations
February 7, 2018
Home Renovation Product Supplier Creating 31 New Jobs Van Dyke’s Restorers, Inc., a provider of products for home renovation projects, is expanding operations in Greenwood County to accommodate its continued…
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Jackson expands product sales team
February 7, 2018
Jackson Marketing, Motorsports & Events, South Carolina’s second- largest integrated marketing communication and events agency, has expanded its product sales team. Evan Weintraub has been named program/product sales director, overseeing…
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Origins Church finds new home at Cigar Warehouse
February 7, 2018
Origins Church Greenville has found a new Sunday morning home at The Old Cigar Warehouse downtown. The church started meeting in 2009 as a small group in a living room,…
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Colliers International | South Carolina announces 2017 company awards
February 7, 2018
Colliers International | South Carolina and its partner company, LCK, announced company award winners for 2017. Every year, the statewide commercial real estate firm recognizes associates and employees who go…
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CBRE arranges $56.9 million in financing for three apartment communities in the Southeast / Mid-Atlantic
February 7, 2018CBRE Capital Markets’ Debt & Structured Finance team has arranged $56.9 million in financing for three apartment communities located in the Southeast and Mid-Atlantic region. Bill Chiles, Scott Peterson and…
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Preventing and Treating Migraine Headaches
February 7, 2018By Mike DuBose with Dr. Surb Guram, MD Migraine headaches are a painful nightmare that can negatively impact individuals’ lives, relationships, and work. Some experience migraines so severe or…
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CBRE to market 144 acres in Anderson County, SC, ideal for family estate or single family residential development
February 7, 2018
CBRE has been assigned to market 144 acres of land in Belton, South Carolina, located minutes from TL Hanna High School and downtown Anderson. The Smithfield Plantation property consists of…
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Expansions planned as Richland Library Farmers Market renewed
February 7, 2018Due to the overwhelming success and popularity of the Richland Library Farmers Market, we are excited to announce the weekly program will continue indefinitely at our Main location (1431 Assembly…
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John A. Babson joins South Risk Management team as VP
February 7, 2018John A. Babson has joined the team at South Risk Management, LLC, as senior vice president of commercial insurance operations. John started with the company Jan. 15. He is a…
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CBRE to market 144 acres in Anderson County, SC, ideal for family estate or single family residential development
February 7, 2018
CBRE has been assigned to market 144 acres of land in Belton, South Carolina, located minutes from TL Hanna High School and downtown Anderson. The Smithfield Plantation property consists of…
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Arts sector’s impact on S.C. economy exceeds $9.7B
February 7, 2018
The jobs, tax revenue, and spending by South Carolina’s arts-related sector add $9.7 billion to the state’s economy, according to a new economic impact study released today by the S.C.…
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Preventing and Treating Migraine Headaches
February 7, 2018
By Mike DuBose with Dr. Surb Guram, MD Migraine headaches are a painful nightmare that can negatively impact individuals’ lives, relationships, and work. Some experience migraines so severe or…
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NAI Avant announces top producers for fourth quarter 2017
February 7, 2018
NAI Avant announced the top producers for the fourth quarter of 2017. The fourth quarter’s top producer is Ben Kelly, CCIM. “We are once again proud to recognize Ben as…
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John A. Babson joins South Risk Management team as VP
February 7, 2018
John A. Babson has joined the team at South Risk Management, LLC, as senior vice president of commercial insurance operations. John started with the company Jan. 15. He is a…
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Expansions planned as Richland Library Farmers Market renewed
February 7, 2018
Due to the overwhelming success and popularity of the Richland Library Farmers Market, we are excited to announce the weekly program will continue indefinitely at our Main location (1431 Assembly…
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West Columbia Beautification Foundation to host “Taste on the River” Tuesday, February 27, 2018
February 6, 2018
The West Columbia Beautification Foundation is hosting the 2nd Annual “Taste on the River” on Tuesday, February 27, 2018, from 6 PM – 9 PM, at Stone River, 121 Alexander Road, West Columbia,…
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West Columbia Beautification Foundation to host “Taste on the River” Tuesday, February 27, 2018
February 6, 2018The West Columbia Beautification Foundation is hosting the 2nd Annual “Taste on the River” on Tuesday, February 27, 2018, from 6 PM – 9 PM, at Stone River, 121 Alexander Road, West Columbia,…
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Lexington County Sheriff’s department announces promotions, transfer
February 6, 2018
Lexington County Sheriff Jay Koon has announced the promotion of eight deputies and one civilian employee, as well as the transfer of one deputy. Travis Bass, 43, has been promoted…
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Former Charleston mayor’s new course designed to help a “fractured America”
February 6, 2018
Citadel professor and former Charleston Mayor Joseph P. Riley, Jr., is teaching a new course for the spring semester called The Why and the How: The Making of the International…
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College of Charleston announces presidential search committee and transition leadership plan
February 6, 2018
The College of Charleston Board of Trustees met today and named the members of the Presidential Search Committee, which has been charged with identifying and recommending a list of qualified candidates…
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The Footlight Players names long-time actor Brian Porter as new Executive Director
February 6, 2018
The Footlight Players has hired long-time thespian Brian Porter as executive director of Charleston’s longest-producing theatre company. Porter spent the last decade on staff at Charleston Stage, most recently as…
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Exploring love in our world
February 6, 2018Trustus Theatre is bringing a unique Valentine’s Day celebration to the Thigpen Main Stage this month with the Love is Love is Love Cabaret. Audiences will enjoy an evening of…
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Darlington Raceway to celebrate Daytona Day with community watch party on Sunday, February 18th
February 6, 2018
Darlington Raceway will celebrate Daytona Day and the start of the 2018 NASCAR season by hosting its seventh annual Daytona 500 Community Watch Party on Sunday, Feb. 18. The event will…
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City of Columbia Mentor Protégé College Classes
February 6, 2018The City of Columbia Office of Business Opportunities, in conjunction with the Minority Business Development Agency, will be conducting the City of Columbia Mentor Protégé College beginning February 6, 2018 through…
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The Irmo Chapin Recreation Commission receives a generous land donation
February 6, 2018
Mungo Family has generously donated 118.4 acres of land Columbia, S.C. – The Irmo Chapin Recreation Commission (ICRC) announced today that the Mungo Family has generously donated 118.4 acres of…
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Arts’ impact on South Carolina economy exceeds $9.7B
February 6, 2018
The jobs, tax revenue, and spending by South Carolina’s arts-related sector add $9.7 billion to the state’s economy, according to a new economic impact study released today by the S.C.…
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Arts’ impact on South Carolina economy exceeds $9.7B
February 6, 2018
The jobs, tax revenue, and spending by South Carolina’s arts-related sector add $9.7 billion to the state’s economy, according to a new economic impact study released today by the S.C.…
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Flagship Properties represents 8 commercial transactions
February 6, 2018
Benji Smith, President / Broker-In-Charge; Josh Tew, Vice President; and Caldwell Johnston, Commercial Agent at Flagship Properties in Greenville, SC, recently represented the following real estate transactions: • Benji Smith…
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