CARTA announces “No Pay May” initiative
May 2, 2022Charleston Area Regional Transportation Authority (CARTA) leaders announced a new “No Pay May” initiative, which aims to encourage new ridership by offering all CARTA services at no cost for the month of May.…
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DHEC breaks ground on Community Demonstration Garden
May 2, 2022The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) held a groundbreaking ceremony today, April 29, for its new Community Demonstration Garden project. The garden is the vision of the Bureau…
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Greenville Chamber hires Abby McNeely as Director of Resource Development
May 2, 2022
The Greenville Chamber recently hired Abby McNeely as the Director of Resource Development. In this role, Abby will facilitate development of a strategic and comprehensive sponsorship program leveraging the longstanding…
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World Finance receives South Carolina’s Top Workplaces in 2022 recognition for third consecutive year
May 2, 2022
World Finance was named one of South Carolina’s Top Workplaces in 2022 for the third year in a row, which places it among South Carolina’s top six large companies (300+…
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Clemson LIFE graduates 14
May 2, 2022
The Clemson University Clemson LIFE program graduated 14 students during its recent commencement ceremony, which was held April 30 at NewSpring Church of Clemson. Clemson LIFE is a post-secondary education…
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Medical Freedom Bill Signed into Law in South Carolina
May 2, 2022
Last week Governor Henry McMaster signed South Carolina House bill 3126 into law the legislation dealing with COVID-19 vaccine mandates in South Carolina. The lead sponsor, Rep. Stewart Jones (Laurens…
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Clemson Summer Scholars
May 2, 2022
On April 27, 2022, twenty-six Clinton High Schools students were presented scholarships from GEAR-UP to attend Clemson Summer Scholar camps this summer in June and July. They will be attending…
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NHE again named as one of the Top 5 Workplaces in South Carolina
May 2, 2022
NHE has been honored as one of the top five large employers for the second straight year according to South Carolina’s Top Workplaces of 2022. The honor was awarded to…
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Laurens County Museum Revolutionary War Lecture “Kings Mountain” – Tuesday, May 3
May 2, 2022
A monthly lecture series presented by historian and battlefield preservationist Durant Ashmore at the Laurens County Museum. The incredible Patriot victory at Kings Mountain will be the topic of the…
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Lander Students Receive Awards at 2022 Association of Southeastern Biologists
May 2, 2022
Lander University students (in the photo left to right) Zach Swartzentruber, of Abbeville; Ayla Edmiston, of Cayce; Carley Cannon, of Chapin; and Elisa Howansky, of Westminster, were honored with awards…
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Utilizing the 0% Tax Rate on Long-Term Capital Gains
May 1, 2022
By Carolyn Stewart Even if the holidays have passed, it’s never too early or too late to start thinking about what gifts you can give to your loved ones. While…
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Barnes Alford attorneys recognized in 2022 edition of “South Carolina Super Lawyers”
May 1, 2022
Barnes Alford attorneys Weldon R. Johnson, David G. Wolff, Kay Gaffney Crowe, Alan J. Reyner, Robert T. Strickland, Curtis W. Dowling, Matthew G. Gerrald, Emily Collins Brown, and Jeffrey D.…
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Babcock, Paavola listed in new edition of “Super Lawyers”
May 1, 2022
Keith Babcock and David Paavola are again listed in “South Carolina Super Lawyers,” a national guide to the nation’s leading attorneys. Babcock, a founding member of the law firm, is…
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Four attorneys with Callison Tighe & Robinson named as Super Lawyers
May 1, 2022
Four Callison Tighe & Robinson attorneys have been recognized by South Carolina Super Lawyers® for 2022. They are Michael W. Tighe, Richard C. Detwiler, Demetri “Jim” Koutrakos, and Wm. Bert…
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Two Morton & Gettys attorneys included in new edition of Super Lawyers
May 1, 2022
Two attorneys at Morton & Gettys, Bev Carroll and Nate Pierce, are listed in the latest edition of “South Carolina Super Lawyers.” Carroll, a certified specialist in employment law, has…
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Four Richardson Thomas attorneys recognized by Super Lawyers for 2022
May 1, 2022
Three Richardson Thomas attorneys have been included in the 2022 edition of South Carolina Super Lawyers, a national guide to the nation’s top attorneys. Another has been selected to the…
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Nine at Robinson Gray named to SC Super Lawyers list, with two making Top Ten
May 1, 2022
Robinson Gray announced that nine of its attorneys have again been named 2022 South Carolina Super Lawyers®, with two of them making the Top Ten list. Three additional lawyers from…
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Four from Burnette Shutt & McDaniel included in new Super Lawyers
May 1, 2022
Four employment law attorneys from Burnette Shutt & McDaniel are included in the just-released 2022 edition of “Super Lawyers,” a national directory of the country’s top attorneys. The four also…
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Should iBuyers Be Part of Your Investment Strategy?
May 1, 2022
By Robert Parsley Real estate investment trends show that more and more people are turning to iBuyers to expedite the home selling process because this is a faster, simpler method…
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First-ever “Carolina Shout Festival” comes to Harbison Theatre at MTC; Outdoor show with food, drinks, and fun on May 7
May 1, 2022
Harbison Theatre at Midlands Technical College announced the inaugural Carolina Shout Festival. The show on May 7 at 3:00pm will be produced by Reggie Sullivan. It will feature area artists…
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American Bar Association, SC Bar recognize top volunteers for SC Free Legal Answers
May 1, 2022Five South Carolina attorneys and two law firms were recently recognized by the American Bar Association Standing Committee on Pro Bono and Public Service for their outstanding contributions to Free…
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Girl Scouts of South Carolina–Mountains to Midlands to honor six Gold Award Girl Scouts
May 1, 2022
Through the Gold Award, girls not only provide solutions that last to some of society’s biggest problems—like cleaner oceans, equity in girls’ education, and greater access to science and technology…
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Two Wando students earn corporate-sponsored National Merit Scholarships
May 1, 2022The National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC) announced the first group of recipients in the 67th annual National Merit Scholarship Program today, and two students from Wando High School received corporate-sponsored…
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Norfolk Southern to protect sensitive wetlands in South Carolina
May 1, 2022
Norfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE: NSC) announced today that it will permanently protect 1,105 acres of ecologically significant land in South Carolina’s coastal plain through a conservation easement. The protected land is home…
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Shanel Matthews joins LCK as Project Coordinator
May 1, 2022
LCK welcomes Shanel Matthews as its newest member of the Columbia team of project management professionals. As Project Coordinator, Matthews brings to LCK a unique background in administration and social…
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CARTA announces ‘No Pay May’ initiative
May 1, 2022
For the month of May, CARTA services will be offered for free During a press conference this morning, Charleston Area Regional Transportation Authority (CARTA) leaders announced a new “No Pay…
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Mary Black Foundation awards over $1.5 million to Spartanburg nonprofits
May 1, 2022
On the heels of its 35th Anniversary, The Mary Black Foundation announced today that it has awarded $1,564,700 in grants to seven nonprofit organizations serving Spartanburg County. Molly Talbot-Metz, President…
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Department of Commerce applauds historic signing of Declaration for the Future of Internet
May 1, 2022
Today, the U.S. Department of Commerce and the Biden-Harris Administration joined 60 global partners in launching The Declaration for the Future of the Internet, recommitting to the vision of the global…
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Treasury announces plans to deploy $300 million in technical assistance through the State Small Business Credit Initiative
May 1, 2022
The $300 million of technical assistance includes $100 million for the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Minority Business Development Agency to provide technical assistance to underserved entrepreneurs seeking greater access to…
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Nexsen Pruet attorney Marguerite Willis wins 2021 Golden Pen Award
May 1, 2022
Nexsen Pruet announced that attorney Marguerite Willis has been recognized as a winner of the 2021 Golden Pen Award, presented by The Post and Courier. Willis received the award for…
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Soda City Certified mobile app to sponsor Vista scavenger hunt in COR’s Crash Course Columbia
May 1, 2022
Columbia’s only mobile app to connect local restaurants, businesses & events expands services Soda City Certified® (SCC), Columbia’s only mobile application that aims to help residents and visitors explore the Midlands…
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Richland Two’s music education program receives national recognition for fourth straight year
May 1, 2022
Richland School District Two is one of the Best Communities for Music Education. Richland Two Coordinator of Fine Arts, Dr. Wendy Campbell says the NAMM Foundation is recognizing Richland Two for…
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Tax Modernization Committee to hear public comments regarding property tax rates on commercial property, apartment and rental homes at May 3rd meeting
May 1, 2022The Columbia Tax Modernization Committee is encouraging business owners, developers, owners of commercial property and owners of rentals and apartments to attend. On May 3, 2022 at 10 a.m., City…
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IABC/SC announces 2022 board of directors
April 30, 2022The South Carolina chapter of the International Association of Business Communicators (IABC/SC) announces its new board of directors for 2022. Eight communications professionals from around the Midlands will lead the…
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LDHS Livestock Judging Team Wins the Junior Division of the State 4-H Livestock Judging Competition
April 29, 2022
The LDHS Livestock Judging Team recently won the State 4-H Livestock Judging Event held in Clemson. There were six teams competing in the Junior Division with four students per team.…
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S.C. Treasurer Curtis Loftis Looking for Laurens County Residents with Unclaimed Property
April 29, 2022
State Treasurer Curtis Loftis may be looking for you. That’s because his office has more than $6.7 million in unclaimed funds that belongs to people living in Laurens County. “An…
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Rosen Hagood attorneys selected to 2022 South Carolina Super Lawyers
April 29, 2022
Eight attorneys from the Charleston-based law firm of Rosen Hagood have been named to either the 2022 South Carolina Super Lawyers list or the 2022 South Carolina Rising Stars list,…
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Nineteen Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd attorneys recognized in 2022 South Carolina Super Lawyers
April 29, 2022
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. announced that nineteen attorneys have been listed in the 2022 edition of South Carolina Super Lawyers®, including seven attorneys who were named as “Rising Stars.” HSB…
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Intrepid PTC Veterinary Technology Instructor from Clinton Wins National Recognition
April 29, 2022
Piedmont Technical College (PTC) Veterinary Technology Instructor Melissa Entrekin is a crusader for her profession. She has invested hours of personal time advocating for fairness and equity in the pay…
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Workforce gaming apps company Skillsgapp adds Montgomery as People Engagement & Experience Manager
April 29, 2022
Soft skills and middle-skills gaming app company skillsgapp has hired Jennie Montgomery as its People Engagement & Experience Manager. The new position acts as a liaison to help youth (middle-…
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MTC recognized with Impact Award for Workforce Development
April 29, 2022
On April 28, the Columbia Chamber of Commerce announced that Midlands Technical College is the winner of the 2022 Workforce Development Award. “The Impact Award for Workforce Development honors partners…
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First Reliance Bank promotes Melinda Blake to Branch Manager
April 29, 2022
First Reliance Bank announces the promotion of Melinda Blake to Branch Manager of the Mt. Pleasant branch, replacing Weston Peters, who has moved to the bank’s commercial banking division. Melinda…
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Central Carolina Community Foundation grants $366,704 to 12 South Carolina nonprofits to launch community improvement projects
April 29, 2022
Central Carolina Community Foundation, the Midlands’ leader in collaborative philanthropy, has awarded Connected Communities grants totaling $366,704 to 12 nonprofit organizations. The organizations will launch projects that improve the quality…
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Disabilities group files lawsuit regarding inhumane conditions at Alvin S. Glenn Detention Center
April 29, 2022
A group that advocates for the rights of people with disabilities in South Carolina filed a federal lawsuit Thursday against Richland County regarding brutal, inhumane and unconstitutional conditions at the…
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Ken Corning honored with Limitless Impact Award
April 29, 2022
Ken Corning is this year’s Limitless Impact Award recipient presented by Limitless Purpose, a statewide nonprofit organization working to help all children reach their limitless potential regardless of any disability…
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OTO Development introduces Homewood Suites Myrtle Beach Oceanfront
April 29, 2022
OTO Development has converted an independent on-the-sand property in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, to the Homewood Suites by Hilton brand. OTO, which is part of The Johnson Group, acquired South…
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Greenville Area Parkinson Society raises $71,500 at annual event
April 29, 2022
More than 100 members and sponsors of The Greenville Area Parkinson Society (GAPS) celebrated the organization’s raising $71,500 during its Spring fundraising drive this week. The $71,500 broke last year’s…
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Sumner Bender named executive director of The Nickelodeon
April 29, 2022
Sumner Bender, an educator in Lexington-Richland School District 5 and president of the board of Trustus Theatre, will become the new executive director of The Nickelodeon arthouse theater on June…
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G. Murrell Smith, Jr., elected as South Carolina Speaker of the House of Representatives
April 29, 2022
SMITH | ROBINSON announced that attorney G. Murrell Smith, Jr., has been elected as the South Carolina Speaker of the House of Representatives. “It is with great humility and an…
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Red Devils Win 2022 Region Championship
April 28, 2022
The Red Devils defeated Chapman 6-2 on Tuesday night to clinch the 2022 region championship. The Red Devils and Panthers split their regular season contests, so a play-off was necessary…
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