Chamber announces graduates of Leadership Beaufort Class of 2018
May 2, 2018The Beaufort Regional Chamber of Commerce announced the graduates of the Leadership Beaufort Class of 2018. The Chamber also encourages others to apply for the upcoming Class of 2019. …
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Brian Kirk named lead of Elliott Davis’ Cybersecurity Practice
May 2, 2018
Industry leader brings more than 25 years of experience in Information Technology Elliott Davis, one of the largest accounting, tax and consulting services providers in the Southeast, announces that Brian…
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GSSM Alumni recognize the 2018 Outstanding Alumnus Award recipient
May 2, 2018
Kevin Short is a leader and dynamic science teacher, serving as an AP and Honors Biology teacher, department chair and science liaison at Charleston County School of the Arts. Kevin was…
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City of West Columbia to host Art on State in conjunction with May State Street Art Crawl – May 4
May 2, 2018The City of West Columbia invites you to Art on State in conjunction with the May State Street Art Crawl on the 100 Block of State Street on Friday, May 4, from 6…
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Tribe513 relocating its corporate headquarters to Greer
May 2, 2018
Tribe513, a faith-based, independent medical group consisting of Parkside Pediatrics, Brio Internal Medicine, Vida Gynecology and the Breastfeeding Center of Greenville has announced that it will be relocating its corporate…
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R2I2 educator recognized with Lemelson-MIT Excite Award
May 2, 2018R2I2 EDUCATOR RECOGNIZED WITH LEMELSON-MIT EXCITE AWARD COLUMBIA, S.C. — Richland Two Institute of Innovation (R2i2) educator, Kirstin Bullington, was recently awarded a Lemelson-MIT Excite Award. This award is given…
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Experienced Charleston realtor Adam Edwards joins The Cassina Group
May 2, 2018Charleston’s innovation-driven real estate firm, The Cassina Group, has hired experienced Realtor Adam Edwards. He will be based at the company’s downtown office at 132 East Bay St. “I am…
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Experienced Charleston realtor Adam Edwards joins The Cassina Group
May 2, 2018Charleston’s innovation-driven real estate firm, The Cassina Group, has hired experienced Realtor Adam Edwards. He will be based at the company’s downtown office at 132 East Bay St. “I am…
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Fill the Red Truck – May 19-20
May 2, 2018The City of Columbia Animal Services Department needs help filling up their red truck with supplies for the shelter. Animal lovers are encouraged to drop off pet supplies at the…
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Dustin Scott becomes Certified Public Accountant
May 2, 2018
Palmetto Tax Advocates announced that Dustin Scott has passed the Uniform Certified Public Accountant Examination and is now a CPA. Scott is an accountant with undergraduate and master’s degrees in…
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School District Five leaders named Magnet Schools of America Superintendent, Principal of the Year
May 2, 2018
Two Lexington-Richland School District Five leaders have earned national titles. Dr. Stephen Hefner has been named National Superintendent of the Year by Magnet Schools of America (MSA), while Spring Hill…
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Precious Cargo: Collins & Lacy, P.C. calls on community to help donate items for foster children
May 2, 2018May is National Foster Care Month, and to promote awareness, Collins & Lacy, P.C. is again teaming up with the South Carolina Youth Advocate Program (SCYAP), a provider of foster…
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Areas of Progress in South Carolina – May 3
May 2, 2018
Areas of Progress is a weekly roundup of measurable areas of improvement and progress from around the state, especially in the areas of education, entrepreneurship, the arts, the environment, energy, agriculture, and philanthropy. South Carolinians Saving More for College…
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Areas of Progress in South Carolina – May 3
May 2, 2018
Areas of Progress is a weekly roundup of measurable areas of improvement and progress from around the state, especially in the areas of education, entrepreneurship, the arts, the environment, energy, agriculture, and philanthropy. South Carolinians Saving More for College…
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The COMET welcomes its new Director
May 2, 2018
The COMET is proud to announce and welcome John Andoh as the new Executive Director of the Central Midlands Transit Authority (The COMET). Andoh will be responsible for the administration…
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The COMET welcomes its new Director
May 2, 2018
The COMET is proud to announce and welcome John Andoh as the new Executive Director of the Central Midlands Transit Authority (The COMET). Andoh will be responsible for the administration…
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Southern First Bank hires new executive for Columbia, SC team
May 2, 2018Southern First Bancshares, Inc., holding company for Southern First Bank, is pleased to announce that J. Brian Blackwelder has joined the bank as Senior Vice President and Team Leader in…
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Melissa Morales joins Southern Community Services as chief financial officer
May 2, 2018Southern Community Services (SCS), one of only six AAMC –accredited community association management firms in South Carolina, announces the appointment of Melissa Morales as the company’s chief financial officer. With…
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HR manager, author & vocalist joins Rotary
May 2, 2018Dr. Daniel Moses (left in photo) was inducted into Capital Rotary Club by his sponsor, club president Blake DuBose, in late April. Moses, a native of Hartsville, SC, received graduate…
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Milliken & Company named one of America’s Best Mid-Size Employers by Forbes
May 2, 2018
Milliken & Company, a global innovation company with textile, specialty chemical and floor covering manufacturing expertise, is honored to be named among America’s Best Mid-Size Employers in 2018. Compiled by…
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High Spirits Hospitality’s Tammy Johnson wins CommunityWorks’ Woman-Owned Small Business of the Year
May 2, 2018
Tammy Johnson, High Spirits Hospitality’s president and CEO, was named the Woman-Owned Small Business of the Year by CommunityWorks Tuesday night. A native of Houston, Johnson has been making an…
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Elmore Goldsmith attorneys recognized as South Carolina ‘Super Lawyers’
May 2, 2018
Four attorneys from Elmore Goldsmith have been named by South Carolina Super Lawyers Magazine for 2018. Super Lawyers recognizes attorneys who have distinguished themselves in their legal practice and less…
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New Doctors Care offers convenient services for USC, Five Points, downtown residents
May 2, 2018
Doctors Care P.A., South Carolina’s largest urgent care company, held a ribbon-cutting today to celebrate the opening of its newest center in Columbia – the company’s 54th location in South…
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ABC of the Carolinas continues tradition with 9th annual Hard Hat Legislative Day in Columbia
May 2, 2018The Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) of the Carolinas held its ninth annual Hard Hat Legislative Day in Columbia in April. Each spring, about 100 ABC members – representing…
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Melissa Morales joins Southern Community Services as chief financial officer
May 2, 2018
Southern Community Services (SCS), one of only six AAMC –accredited community association management firms in South Carolina, announces the appointment of Melissa Morales as the company’s chief financial officer. With…
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Precious Cargo: Collins & Lacy, P.C. calls on community to help donate items for foster children
May 2, 2018
May is National Foster Care Month, and to promote awareness, Collins & Lacy, P.C. is again teaming up with the South Carolina Youth Advocate Program (SCYAP), a provider of foster…
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Southern First Bank hires new executive for Columbia, SC team
May 2, 2018
Southern First Bancshares, Inc., holding company for Southern First Bank, is pleased to announce that J. Brian Blackwelder has joined the bank as Senior Vice President and Team Leader in…
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Women in Philanthropy hosts its 15th Annual Power of the Purse on May 3 to raise money for women and children in the Midlands
May 2, 2018
United Way of the Midlands’ Women in Philanthropy hosts the 15th Annual Power of the Purse event Thursday, May 3, 5:30 p.m. at 701 Whaley to raise money to support…
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ABC of the Carolinas continues tradition with 9th annual Hard Hat Legislative Day in Columbia
May 2, 2018The Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) of the Carolinas held its ninth annual Hard Hat Legislative Day in Columbia in April. Each spring, about 100 ABC members – representing…
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HR manager, author & vocalist joins Rotary
May 2, 2018
Dr. Daniel Moses (left in photo) was inducted into Capital Rotary Club by his sponsor, club president Blake DuBose, in late April. Moses, a native of Hartsville, SC, received graduate…
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State of travel and tourism to be highlighted during North Myrtle Beach Chamber’s annual marketing summit
May 1, 2018
The state of travel and tourism in South Carolina is stronger than ever, and presenters will discuss just what this means for the Grand Strand at the North Myrtle Beach…
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Gurry Roberts Joins Coldwell Banker Caine in Greenville
May 1, 2018
Coldwell Banker Caine recently welcomed Gurry Roberts as a residential sales agent to its Greenville office. From an early age, Gurry’s parents instilled an appreciation of owning property in him.…
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Crawford Strategy’s Hannah Stone Receives Sandy Linning Excellence Award
May 1, 2018
Crawford Strategy, a full-service agency committed to providing strategic and creative communications solutions to businesses, recently presented the 2018 Sandy Linning Excellence Award to team member Hannah Stone. Stone, Senior…
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Tricia Bradbury Joins Coldwell Banker Caine in Greenville
May 1, 2018
Coldwell Banker Caine recently welcomed Tricia Bradbury as a residential sales agent to its Greenville office. Coming from the corporate world, Tricia is looking forward to putting her people skills…
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South Carolina law firm seeks justice for survivors of human trafficking
May 1, 2018
S.C. Legal Services wins grant to hire equal justice attorney South Carolina Legal Services has won a grant that will allow the non-profit law to hire an attorney who will…
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South Carolina law firm seeks justice for survivors of human trafficking
May 1, 2018
S.C. Legal Services wins grant to hire equal justice attorney South Carolina Legal Services has won a grant that will allow the non-profit law to hire an attorney who will…
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Zeus promotes Steve Peterson to President
May 1, 2018
Zeus Industrial Products, Inc. (Zeus), a leading polymer extrusion manufacturer and material science innovator, announced Steve Peterson will assume the role of President effective May 1, 2018. Previously, Mr. Peterson held the position…
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Enjoy the outdoors with new green space in downtown Columbia
May 1, 2018There’s a new outdoor space for local residents to enjoy at Richland Library Main (1431 Assembly Street). The Upper Level parking lot, located at the corner of Hampton and Park…
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Kemper Corporation locating new operations in Union County
May 1, 2018
Kemper Corporation, a manufacturer of cargo securement products, announced it is locating production operations in Union County. The project is expected to bring $1.9 million of capital investment and lead…
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Kemper Corporation locating new operations in Union County
May 1, 2018
Kemper Corporation, a manufacturer of cargo securement products, announced it is locating production operations in Union County. The project is expected to bring $1.9 million of capital investment and lead…
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Three Callison Tighe attorneys in new edition of Super Lawyers
May 1, 2018Three partners at Callison Tighe and Robinson are included in the newest edition of Super Lawyers, an annual guide to the nation’s attorneys. Michael Tighe, Demetri “Jim” Koutrakos…
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Complete PR’s “The Buzz” wins Rose Gold at Muse Creative Awards
May 1, 2018
On the heels of recent Hermes Award wins, Complete PR has cemented its status as an “award-winning agency” this week with recognition as a Muse Creative Awards Rose Gold Winner…
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Smith Moore Leatherwood attorneys selected to 2018 South Carolina Super Lawyers list
May 1, 2018
Super Lawyers Magazine has selected 10 Smith Moore Leatherwood attorneys to the 2018 South Carolina Super Lawyers list. Among those identified by the publication, six attorneys were included as Super…
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Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd attorneys named in 2018 South Carolina Super Lawyers
May 1, 2018Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd announced that 36 attorneys have been selected to the 2018 South Carolina Super Lawyers® and South Carolina Rising Stars lists. Super Lawyers recognizes attorneys who have distinguished…
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New climate controlled self-storage facility breaks ground in Murrells Inlet
May 1, 2018Miller-Valentine Group, a design/build construction and development company, and Coastal Storage Group, based in Charleston, SC have teamed up to develop a new climate controlled self-storage facility conveniently located in…
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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis recognizes Midlands educator for financial literacy efforts
May 1, 2018From left, Brennan Elementary Principal Mark Shea, Assistant Principal Janet Kelley, State Treasurer Curtis Loftis, and School Counselor Diane Ryan. South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis recently recognized Diane…
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Three Callison Tighe attorneys in new edition of Super Lawyers
May 1, 2018
Three partners at Callison Tighe and Robinson are included in the newest edition of Super Lawyers, an annual guide to the nation’s attorneys. Michael Tighe, Demetri “Jim” Koutrakos…
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New climate controlled self-storage facility breaks ground in Murrells Inlet
May 1, 2018Miller-Valentine Group, a design/build construction and development company, and Coastal Storage Group, based in Charleston, SC have teamed up to develop a new climate controlled self-storage facility conveniently located in…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: construction, on-the-move
Enjoy the outdoors with new green space in downtown Columbia
May 1, 2018There’s a new outdoor space for local residents to enjoy at Richland Library Main (1431 Assembly Street). The Upper Level parking lot, located at the corner of Hampton and Park…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: construction, on-the-move
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd attorneys named in 2018 South Carolina Super Lawyers
May 1, 2018
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd announced that 36 attorneys have been selected to the 2018 South Carolina Super Lawyers® and South Carolina Rising Stars lists. Super Lawyers recognizes attorneys who have distinguished…
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