Dustin Scott Joins Palmetto Tax Advocates
January 31, 2018
Palmetto Tax Advocates announced that Dustin Scott has joined the company as a tax accountant. Scott is an accountant, with undergraduate and master’s degrees in business administration and accounting, and…
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2018 Employee Relations Law Certificate – March to December 2018
January 31, 2018
March 8, 2018 – December 13, 2018 | 8 a.m. – 12 p.m. | Every Second Thursday MTC | Northeast Campus | 151 Powell Road, Columbia, SC 29203 At this time last year, businesses faced uncertainty about how the…
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Hope For The Warriors promotes Karen Lee to vice president of advancement
January 31, 2018
After just five months with the organization, Karen Lee has been promoted to vice president of advancement of Hope For The Warriors. Celebrating more than 11 years of service, Hope For…
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The Brookland Foundation receives grant from Dominion Energy
January 31, 2018
Funding will help homeless adults and families in S.C. The Brookland Foundation, a community-based non-profit serving adults and children in the Columbia area, has received a $10,000 Critical Community Needs…
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What Causes Migraine Headaches?
January 31, 2018By Mike DuBose with Dr. Surb Guram, MD Many people don’t realize how serious migraines can be…until they have one! Migraine headaches, whether occasional or regularly endured as a…
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Columbia College Board appoints Carol Moore, PhD as President
January 31, 2018
The Columbia College Board of Trustees voted unanimously at its January 26, 2018 meeting to appoint Dr. Carol A. Moore as President of the College. Dr. Moore came to…
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2018 State of the City Address – “The Smarter City”
January 31, 2018
Here is the full speech that Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin’s delivered at Columbia College in the Cottingham Threater. Good evening, members of City Council, City Manager, neighborhood & business…
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Scott and Company announces new accountant
January 31, 2018
COLUMBIA, SC – Scott and Company LLC is pleased to welcome Ting Sun to their professional team. Sun joined the firm in January 2018 and will serve as an associate…
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Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices awards C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS sales professional eCertified designation
January 31, 2018
Ever on the cutting edge of real estate technology, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announced that Jessica Glahn has received Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices’ distinguished eCertified The Next Generation…
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What Causes Migraine Headaches?
January 31, 2018
By Mike DuBose with Dr. Surb Guram, MD Many people don’t realize how serious migraines can be…until they have one! Migraine headaches, whether occasional or regularly endured as a…
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Columbia Office and Industrial Markets finish 2017 with low vacancies and potential increase in investor interest
January 31, 2018
CBRE has released its Q4 2017 MarketView reports on the Columbia office and industrial commercial real estate market. Office The consistent expansion of the Columbia office market has extended its…
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S.C. Treasurer Curtis Loftis sets new record in returning unclaimed property
January 31, 2018
State Treasurer Curtis Loftis and the Unclaimed Property Program returned nearly $33 million in 2017, bringing the total amount of money returned during his administration to $137 million, more than…
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Scott and Company announces new accountant
January 31, 2018
COLUMBIA, SC – Scott and Company LLC is pleased to welcome Ting Sun to their professional team. Sun joined the firm in January 2018 and will serve as an associate…
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Early detection critical to treating glaucoma
January 31, 2018The South Carolina Society of Ophthalmology and the American Academy of Ophthalmology remind the public of the importance of eye exams Glaucoma is a major cause of vision loss worldwide.…
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Palmetto Health Foundation leaders elected to PRSA boards
January 31, 2018
Palmetto Health Foundation announced Amy Coward, APR, Fellow PRSA and Ashley M. Dusenbury, APR, have been elected to leadership roles with Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) and the Southeast…
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Columbia Office and Industrial Markets finish 2017 with low vacancies and potential increase in investor interest
January 30, 2018CBRE has released its Q4 2017 MarketView reports on the Columbia office and industrial commercial real estate market. Office The consistent expansion of the Columbia office market has extended its…
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S.C. Treasurer Curtis Loftis sets new record in returning unclaimed property
January 30, 2018State Treasurer Curtis Loftis and the Unclaimed Property Program returned nearly $33 million in 2017, bringing the total amount of money returned during his administration to $137 million, more than…
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Palmetto Health Foundation leaders elected to PRSA boards
January 30, 2018Palmetto Health Foundation announced Amy Coward, APR, Fellow PRSA and Ashley M. Dusenbury, APR, have been elected to leadership roles with Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) and the Southeast…
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Early detection critical to treating glaucoma
January 30, 2018The South Carolina Society of Ophthalmology and the American Academy of Ophthalmology remind the public of the importance of eye exams Glaucoma is a major cause of vision loss worldwide.…
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Adams and Reese Columbia partner Kirby D. Shealy, III, named to 2018 Leadership In Law
January 30, 2018
Adams and Reese attorney Kirby D. Shealy, III, was recognized among the leaders in his field as the Columbia office partner was named a 2018 Leadership in Law winner as…
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W.G. Sanders invites parents to learn more about new magnet program
January 30, 2018
For parents, it may never be too early to start thinking about their child’s future career. Parents of Richland One middle school students are invited to attend information sessions to…
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Hope for the Warriors promotes Karen Lee to Vice President of Advancement
January 30, 2018
After just five months with the organization, Karen Lee has been promoted to vice president of advancement of Hope For The Warriors. Celebrating more than 11 years of service, Hope For…
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Midlands Technical College named a Best College for Veterans by Military Times
January 30, 2018
Military Times has selected Midlands Technical College as a Military Times Best College for 2018. In its assessment of colleges, the Military Times documents the array of services, special rules, accommodations, and financial incentives offered…
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CBRE’s Campbell Lewis, SIOR, achieves designation from Society of Industrial and Office REALTORS®
January 30, 2018
Campbell Lewis, a senior associate with CBRE, has achieved the SIOR Industrial Specialist designation awarded by the Society of Industrial and Office REALTORS®. SIOR is a Washington, DC-based international professional…
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Greenville-Spartanburg Q4 Report: Strong Industrial Growth, Office Absorption Slowing
January 30, 2018
CBRE has released its Q4 2017 MarketView reports on the Greenville-Spartanburg industrial and office commercial real estate market. Industrial & Logistics After a record low vacancy rate in Q3, the…
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Billy Newsome launches Newsome Law, P.A.
January 30, 2018After 25 years practicing law at one of South Carolina’s largest law firms, Billy Newsome has opened his own practice, Newsome Law, P.A. Newsome has a Masters in Tax Law…
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Margaret Marcum earns internationally recognized designation for performance in luxury real estate
January 30, 2018
Margaret Marcum with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices, C. Dan Joyner, Realtors in Greenville, SC recently earned The Institute for Luxury Home Marketing’s Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist™ (CLHMS) designation in recognition…
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Home Builders Association of Greenville ushers in 2018 leadership team
January 30, 2018
The 2018 Board of Directors is Led by James Speer as President The Home Builders Association of Greenville has elected its new 2018 Board of Directors that oversee the association’s…
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Habitat Greenville honors donors and volunteers who went above and beyond in 2017
January 30, 2018
In 2017, through the work of Habitat for Humanity of Greenville County, 11 families became homeowners and 13 families are enjoying more energy efficient homes through home preservation projects. The…
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Anderson office of C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS adds two new associates
January 30, 2018
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announced the addition of Jonathan Fricks and Stephanie Williamson as sales associates. They will serve their clients’ real estate needs out of the…
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Joyner Commercial announces January transactions
January 30, 2018
Joyner Commercial, the Commercial Division of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner Realtors®, announced the following transactions completed by its team of commercial real estate professionals. Greg Huff, CCIM represented…
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Caldwell named one of Greenville, S.C.’s most influential people
January 30, 2018
Didi Caldwell, founding principal of Global Location Strategies (GLS), has been named one of the “50 Most Influential People” by Greenville Business Magazine. The list highlights those who have made…
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Jackson promotes Vass, GraySmith
January 30, 2018Jackson Marketing, Motorsports & Events, South Carolina’s second- largest integrated marketing communication and events agency, has promoted Kathy Vass to executive director, public relations and social media and Kristie GraySmith…
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Billy Newsome launches Newsome Law, P.A.
January 30, 2018
After 25 years practicing law at one of South Carolina’s largest law firms, Billy Newsome has opened his own practice, Newsome Law, P.A. Newsome has a Masters in Tax Law…
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Thomas Epting selected as South Carolina Leadership in Law Honoree
January 29, 2018
Smith Moore Leatherwood LLP Partner Thomas W. Epting has been recognized by South Carolina Lawyers Weekly as a “Leadership in Law” award winner. He will be honored at an awards…
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Monthly open mic night provides platform for local musicians and performers, while raising money for a good cause
January 29, 2018
Exquisite Enterprises Inc. presents, Exquisite Open Mic nights, taking place every last Wednesday of the month at Events by Benita, 3620 Ashley Phosphate Road, North Charleston, SC starting at 7pm. January 31st is the first…
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SOL Southwest Kitchen & Tequila Bar partners with WINGS for Kids to give back through Kitchen Karma program
January 29, 2018
Starting Thursday, February 1st through Sunday, March 18, SOL Southwest Kitchen & Tequila Bar in Mount Pleasant, Downtown Charleston and Summerville will be partnering with WINGS for Kids to raise…
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One Columbia and City of Columbia Launch “Amplify: A Cultural Plan for the Columbia Area”
January 29, 2018
At a media event on Monday, January 29 at the Township Auditorium, One Columbia for Arts & History, the City of Columbia, artists, and area cultural and thought leaders announced…
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Providence Health announces new urology practice
January 29, 2018
Providence Health announced the addition of urology services through the new practice, Providence Urology Specialists, and board-certified urologist Dr. Todd Vandenberg. Urology is the field of medicine that specializes in…
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Residents can help rewrite Richland County’s Land Development Code
January 29, 2018
Residents are asked to take an active role in helping rewrite Richland County’s Land Development Code by offering input at community meetings in February. These meetings are part of an…
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Richland County receives Top Ratings from Moody’s, S&P
January 29, 2018
Two of the nation’s top credit rating bureaus reaffirmed Richland County’s ratings status, a nod to the County’s sound financial practices and policies. Moody’s Investor Services reaffirmed the County’s top Aaa…
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Insurance industry cluster iTs|SC to host panel discussion on vision and competitiveness
January 29, 2018iTs|SC, Columbia’s insurance technology and services cluster, will bring together leaders from around the industry on Wednesday, Jan. 31 to answer the question, “What will it take to make Columbia…
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Office of Business Opportunities to host Small Business Workshop
January 29, 2018
The City of Columbia Office of Business Opportunities will host a small business workshop on Thursday, February 22, 2018 at the Columbia Empowerment Zone, Inc. suite located at 1309 Lady St. from 11 a.m.…
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Mayor MacDougall to present “State of Town” address on Monday, February 5, 2018
January 29, 2018
Mayor Steve MacDougall will present the “State of Town” Address at the February 5, 2018 Council Meeting starting at 6:30pm in Council Chambers (111 Maiden Lane). The Mayor will address such topics as the…
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Carnival Night! Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Columbia gears up for annual fundraiser, Bowl for Kids’ Sake – March 30
January 29, 2018Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Columbia is getting ready for Bowl for Kids’ Sake, and this year’s theme is “Carnival Night!”. Bowl for Kids’ Sake is Big Brothers Big…
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Eligible donors urged to join lifesaving team this winter
January 29, 2018Community members are invited to join the American Red Cross, City of Columbia and Mayor Steve Benjamin at the 8th annual ‘Hoop It Up’ Blood Drive. Donors are encouraged to roll…
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Town of Lexington announces economic development investment
January 29, 2018
The Town of Lexington announced the addition of two Multi-County Industrial Park located inside municipal limits, on Brickyard Road and Industrial Road, respectfully. The park will include Tidewater Boats and…
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Wilson voted chairperson of Advisory Council
January 29, 2018On Wednesday, January 24, 2018, City Manager Teresa Wilson was voted the chairperson of the Carolina Cluster Public-Sector Executive Advisory Council. Wilson was selected last year to participate on the…
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City of Columbia Mentor Protégé College Classes
January 29, 2018
The 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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District Five launches Building Bridges Leadership Institute for high school students
January 29, 2018
Sixteen students were inducted into the inaugural class of the District Five Building Bridges Leadership Institute on Jan. 24. Currently sponsored by the District Five Foundation and Colonial Life, the Building…
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