Fulbright grant awarded to Furman senior Clair Pullan
April 23, 2018
Claire Pullan, a Furman University senior from Aiken, has won a Fulbright U.S. Student Program award for an English Teaching Assistantship for the 2018-2019 academic year from the U.S. Department…
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Advocacy Day for Access & Independence to be held at SC State House April 25 to celebrate disability and further disability rights
April 23, 2018On April 25, disability advocates from around the state will rally at the State House to unlock the barriers of independence for people with disabilities. The rally will include several…
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Next-door neighbor makes major investment in International African American Museum
April 23, 2018
$1 Million Boost from BMW Pushes Museum Toward Goal Global automotive manufacturer BMW has invested $1 million in the forthcoming International African American Museum (IAAM). This leadership gift to the…
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Next-door neighbor makes major investment in International African American Museum
April 23, 2018
$1 Million Boost from BMW Pushes Museum Toward Goal Global automotive manufacturer BMW has invested $1 million in the forthcoming International African American Museum (IAAM). This leadership gift to the…
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LCSD major elected to state jail administrator board
April 23, 2018
The major over the Lexington County Detention Center has been elected to the South Carolina Jail Administrators Association’s board of directors. Maj. Kevin Jones will serve as the second…
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Gov. Henry McMaster issues Executive Order to combat flow of illegal contraband into prisons
April 23, 2018Executive Order 2018-16 Waives Procurement and Human Resource Regulations for Department of Corrections Governor Henry McMaster today issued Executive Order 2018-16, which suspends procurement and human resource regulations for the Department…
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Gov. Henry McMaster issues Executive Order to combat flow of illegal contraband into prisons
April 23, 2018Executive Order 2018-16 Waives Procurement and Human Resource Regulations for Department of Corrections Governor Henry McMaster today issued Executive Order 2018-16, which suspends procurement and human resource regulations for the Department…
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Cinco de Meow pet special
April 23, 2018What: Columbia Animal Services will be holding a Cinco De Meow pet adoption special. All dogs and cats will be $5, in celebration of Cinco De Mayo. All adoptions will…
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Advertisement of vacancies on various boards and commissions
April 23, 2018Advertisement of Vacancies on Various Boards and Commissions The City of Columbia is accepting applications to fill several vacancies on the following boards and commissions. Accommodations Tax Advisory Committee Seeking…
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Blythewood teacher nominated for the Harris History Teacher Award
April 23, 2018
Mr. Scott Auspelmyer of Blythewood High School was nominated for the Harris History Teacher Award by Coastal Carolina University, administrator of the National History Day program in South Carolina. The…
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Hot Club of San Francisco presents Cinema Vivant
April 23, 2018Imagine yourself in the idyllic French countryside in the 1930’s. Sometime before dark, a gypsy caravan sets up camp in a field outside of town, luring the locals out for…
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Tolar proposes transparency measures for county government
April 23, 2018Lexington County Councilman Ned Tolar wants taxpayers to know exactly how their tax dollars are being spent. Tolar, who represents the West Columbia area and portions of Lexington, is pushing…
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Lourie Center celebrates Older Americans Month
April 23, 2018
Each May, the Lourie Center joins the nation in a celebration of Older Americans Month (OAM). The 2018 theme, Engage at Every Age,emphasizes that you are never too old (or young)…
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Irmo High School in partnership with the Irmo High School Education Foundation has selected members for its 2018 Hall of Fame
April 23, 2018
The inductees are: Tammy Maier, Terry Knecht Dozier, Captain Dan McCollum, Stewart Mungo, Caroline Potter and Teresa Wilson. Tammy Maier is a 1988 graduate of Irmo High School. Following graduation,…
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School District Five student named finalist for South Carolina High School writing contest
April 23, 2018
Spring Hill High School senior Braden Holst has been named a finalist in the fifth South Carolina High School writing contest. The topic for the contest was “How can we…
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South Carolina Office of Innovation announces grant awards
April 23, 2018
Nine organizations receive state funds as part of Startup Fuel Challenge The S.C. Department of Commerce Office of Innovation announced more than $719,000 in grant awards to nine organizations as…
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South Carolina Office of Innovation announces grant awards
April 23, 2018
Nine organizations receive state funds as part of Startup Fuel Challenge The S.C. Department of Commerce Office of Innovation announced more than $719,000 in grant awards to nine organizations as…
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Colliers International welcomes Ryan McCue as Brokerage Associate, expands land brokerage services
April 23, 2018
McCue to focus on timber acreage and recreational land. Colliers International | South Carolina is pleased to announce the addition of Ryan McCue as a Brokerage Associate in its Columbia…
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Magnificent Russians an the Mighty 8 – May 6
April 23, 2018May 6, 3 PM Richland Public Library, Main. 1431 Assembly St. Columbia 29201 FREE and open to the public Join Palmetto Chamber Orchestra for its grand finale…
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Nephron Pharmaceuticals supports S.C. Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities with funding for scholarships
April 23, 2018Nephron Pharmaceuticals Supports S.C. Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities with Funding for Scholarships Gift will support four meal plan scholarships for students from the Midlands The South Carolina…
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William Edward Simpson III joins the Garlington Road Office of C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS
April 23, 2018
Berkshire Hathaway Home Services C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announced that William “Willie” Edward Simpson has joined the company’s Garlington Road Office as a sales associate. Originally from Concord, NC, Simpson…
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The Heirloom Companies expands operations team
April 23, 2018
The Heirloom Companies welcomes Michael Malsch to its operations team as Project Coordinator. Malsch’s critical role involves coordinating and scheduling the company’s numerous projects and employees. “Michael’s role is integral…
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Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner REALTORS awarded sales professional eCertified designation
April 23, 2018
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announced that Carole Weinstock has received Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices’ distinguished eCertified The Next Generation designation. Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices awards the designation to sales…
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Charlie Ipock elected to SC Bar leadership role
April 23, 2018Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd associate Charlie Ipock has been elected to serve as the 2018 – 2019 South Carolina Bar CLE Committee Chair. In this role, Charlie will work to expand…
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Advocacy Day for Access & Independence to be held at SC State House April 25 to celebrate disability and further disability rights
April 23, 2018On April 25, disability advocates from around the state will rally at the State House to unlock the barriers of independence for people with disabilities. The rally will include several…
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The voices of Vietnam veterans are honored in free Relic Room lecture – April 27
April 23, 2018
“If you let it stay inside,” said a Marine veteran of the Vietnam War, “it’ll eat you away.” But too many veterans, particularly of that war, have tended to keep…
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Charlie Ipock elected to SC Bar leadership role
April 23, 2018
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd associate Charlie Ipock has been elected to serve as the 2018 – 2019 South Carolina Bar CLE Committee Chair. In this role, Charlie will work to expand…
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“Wine” down at the Lexington Wine Walk – May 12
April 21, 2018The 8th Annual Lexington Wine Walk on Main will take place Saturday, May 12th, 2018 from 6pm-10pm at Icehouse Amphitheater, located at 107 W. Main Street. Local musical sensation The Going Commando Band…
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College of Charleston student teams compete in ImpactX pitch competition
April 20, 2018
Seven teams of student entrepreneurs from the College of Charleston are hoping to make a perfect pitch as they compete in the ImpactX final pitch competition on April 23, 2018.…
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Central Carolina Community Foundation celebrates 5-year anniversary of Midlands Gives
April 20, 2018More than $5.5 million raised via Midlands Gives over the past four years for hundreds of nonprofits On May Day, Tuesday, May 1, Central Carolina Community Foundation and 372 local…
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WKHS student leaders earn ‘outstanding’ awards
April 20, 2018Represented by officers Noelle E. Dingeldein, Griffin J. Gold, Giselle L. Mota, Nicholas D. Quinn, Salena V. Robinson and Manuel A. Wallick, White Knoll High’s Student Council won not one,…
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Bob Eno joins United Community Bank as Mortgage Loan Officer
April 20, 2018
United Community Bank welcomes Bob Eno as a Mortgage Loan Officer in Greenville, S.C. In this role, Eno will be responsible for origination through closing of mortgage products United offers.…
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WKHS student leaders earn ‘outstanding’ awards
April 20, 2018
Represented by officers Noelle E. Dingeldein, Griffin J. Gold, Giselle L. Mota, Nicholas D. Quinn, Salena V. Robinson and Manuel A. Wallick, White Knoll High’s Student Council won not one,…
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“#GetYourGiveOn with The Soul of Philanthropy” free event for all ages – April 29
April 20, 2018
A free event for all ages, “#GetYourGiveOn with The Soul of Philanthropy” will be held on April 29, 2018 from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Richland Library Main. Kids,…
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Central Carolina Community Foundation celebrates 5-year anniversary of Midlands Gives
April 20, 2018More than $5.5 million raised via Midlands Gives over the past four years for hundreds of nonprofits On May Day, Tuesday, May 1, Central Carolina Community Foundation and 372 local…
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Nephron Pharmaceuticals supports S.C. Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities with funding for scholarships
April 20, 2018
Nephron Pharmaceuticals Supports S.C. Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities with Funding for Scholarships Gift will support four meal plan scholarships for students from the Midlands The South Carolina…
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Hairspray at Town Theatre – May 11-26
April 20, 2018The 1950s are out, and change is in the air! Hairspray, winner of eight Tony Awards, including Best Musical, is a family-friendly musical, piled bouffant-high with laughter, romance and…
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Richardson Plowden’s Leslie A. Cotter, Jr. re-elected to SC Bar House of Delegates
April 19, 2018Richardson Plowden & Robinson, P.A. announced that attorney Leslie A. Cotter, Jr. has been re-elected to the South Carolina Bar House of Delegates, which establishes policy for the Bar. Mr.…
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United Way of the Midlands announces 2018 Volunteer Award recipients
April 19, 2018On Tuesday, April 17 United Way of the Midlands recognized the Midlands’ most outstanding volunteers at its 2018 Volunteer Awards celebration hosted at BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina Community Innovation…
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Gov. McMaster to present 2018 S.C. Arts Awards – May 2
April 19, 2018The seven individuals and three groups visiting the State House to receive the 2018 South Carolina Arts Awards Wednesday, May 2 at 10:30 a.m. will do so from a high-profile…
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Gov. McMaster to present 2018 S.C. Arts Awards – May 2
April 19, 2018The seven individuals and three groups visiting the State House to receive the 2018 South Carolina Arts Awards Wednesday, May 2 at 10:30 a.m. will do so from a high-profile…
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Richardson Plowden’s Leslie A. Cotter, Jr. re-elected to SC Bar House of Delegates
April 19, 2018
Richardson Plowden & Robinson, P.A. announced that attorney Leslie A. Cotter, Jr. has been re-elected to the South Carolina Bar House of Delegates, which establishes policy for the Bar. Mr.…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: law, on-the-move
United Way of the Midlands announces 2018 Volunteer Award recipients
April 19, 2018On Tuesday, April 17 United Way of the Midlands recognized the Midlands’ most outstanding volunteers at its 2018 Volunteer Awards celebration hosted at BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina Community Innovation…
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Enough is enough. It’s time to reform Richland County government
April 18, 2018
By Stan Smith Republican for Richland County Council Misspending. Mismanagement. Improperly awarded contracts. Allegations of corruption. The state Supreme Court’s ruling last month that Richland County was illegally spending…
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11th Annual Greater Columbia Record Fair spins a good time – April 29
April 18, 201811th Annual Greater Columbia Record Fair spins a good time Largest local vinyl market of the year features live music, drinks, food, and art on closing day of Seen &…
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USO South Carolina celebrates its volunteers as a force behind the ForcesSM for National Volunteer Week
April 18, 2018Volunteers make it possible for USO South Carolina to serve more than 130,000 service members and military families annually As people across the country take this week to recognize those…
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Candidate James Smith says state needs “smart government”
April 18, 2018Gubernatorial candidate James Smith (in photo with Rotarian Gloria Saeed) says South Carolina needs “smart government” to move forward responsibly and promises to deliver that if he’s elected. Smith, currently…
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Jackson hires Erica Meza as West Coast motorsports assistant
April 18, 2018
Jackson Marketing, Motorsports & Events, South Carolina’s second- largest integrated marketing communication and events agency, has hired Erica Meza as West Coast motorsports assistant in the company’s San Diego, Calif.…
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LawyerLisa announces Brent McGee new Real Estate Department Head
April 18, 2018The law firm of LawyerLisa, LLC announces that Brent McGee has joined the firm as the new Real Estate Department Head. Brent has an extensive background in real estate, abstracting,…
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First Community Corporation announces first quarter results and cash dividend
April 18, 2018
First Community Corporation (Nasdaq: FCCO), the holding company for First Community Bank, reported net income for the first quarter of 2018 of $2.71 million as compared to $1.76 million in the first quarter of…
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