SC Teacher Recruitment and Retention Concerns Continue
January 19, 2018
The Center for Educator Recruitment, Retention, and Advancement (CERRA) has released its South Carolina Annual Educator Supply and Demand Report for the 2017-18 school year. As has been the trend…
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Home Fashions International expanding its Cherokee County operations
January 19, 2018Product Line Expansion Creating 60 new Jobs Home Fashions International is expanding its existing operations in Cherokee County. The $5.5 million investment is expected to create 60 new jobs. Since…
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Mac McLean named President of the Boy Scouts of America Blue Ridge Council
January 19, 2018
Mac McLean, a shareholder at Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, has been named President of the Boy Scouts of America Blue Ridge Council. Mac has served on the Blue Ridge Council Board…
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Greenville to honor Old Hickory Division
January 19, 2018
The 30th Infantry Division broke the Hindenburg line in 1918, which led to the end of World War I and created a lasting legacy for our local community. The Old…
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Stevens & Wilkinson promotes eight in Columbia office
January 19, 2018
Stevens & Wilkinson announced that eight of its team members in its Columbia office have been promoted. The individuals and promotions are: Timothy Williams, AIA – Williams has been promoted…
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Philanthropic experience and giving traditions of African Americans explored in “Giving Back: The Soul of Philanthropy” exhibition coming to Columbia
January 19, 2018
Come to see philanthropy differently; Central Carolina Community Foundation, Richland Library and Women Engaged partner on campaign and exhibition After a nationwide tour, Giving Back: The Soul of Philanthropy Reframed…
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Able SC, YWCA Upper Lowlands, and STSM partner to improve statewide services for sexual assault survivors with disabilities
January 19, 2018
U.S. DOJ Disability Grant Program supports partnership to build capacity and effect systemic change Able South Carolina announced their partnership with Sexual Trauma Services of the Midlands and YWCA Upper…
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2018 season brings new faces to fireflies dugout
January 18, 2018
The Columbia Fireflies will have a new manager for 2018, as Pedro Lopez takes the reins from former manager Jose Leger (2016-2017). Lopez is making a return to the South Atlantic League…
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Columbia Fireflies assign BDi as their ad agency for 2018 Season
January 18, 2018
BDi Marketing-Adverting has announced that the Columbia Fireflies Baseball organization is assigning BDi as the team’s advertising agency-of-record for the 2018 season. 2018 is the inaugural year for BDi to…
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January 18, 2018
The Columbia Fireflies will have a new manager for 2018, as Pedro Lopez takes the reins from former manager Jose Leger (2016-2017). Lopez is making a return to the South Atlantic League…
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Site selection firm Strategic Development Group merges with Goldsmith Strategy, Goldsmith and Williams partner as firm principals
January 18, 2018Two site selection firms, Strategic Development Group and Goldsmith Strategy, both based in South Carolina, have completed a merger. Strategic Development Group President and CEO Mark Williams will serve as…
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Congaree Land Trust announces new board members
January 18, 2018Congaree Land Trust (CLT), a non-profit working to conserve central South Carolina has announced two new additions to its Board of Directors: Tripp W. Bradley and William M. Haselden. “We…
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Amazon announces candidates for HQ2
January 18, 2018
Amazon reviewed 238 proposals from across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico to host HQ2, the company’s second headquarters in North America. Today, Amazon announced it has chosen the following 20 metropolitan areas to move to the…
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Jim Lehman elected for third term as Nelson Mullins managing partner
January 18, 2018
The partners of Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP have re-elected James K. Lehman as managing partner of the Firm for his third three-year term. Lehman began his role as…
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Turner Padget elects three attorneys to shareholder
January 18, 2018
Turner Padget Graham & Laney, P.A. announces that Columbia-based Robyn W. Madden and Jennifer N. Stone, and Greenville-based Taylor S. Speer have been elected shareholders of the firm. Madden is…
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Turner Padget elects three attorneys to shareholder
January 18, 2018Turner Padget Graham & Laney, P.A. announces that Columbia-based Robyn W. Madden and Jennifer N. Stone, and Greenville-based Taylor S. Speer have been elected shareholders of the firm. Madden is…
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South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis launches Diaper Dash Facebook Sweepstakes
January 18, 2018Two Young Future Scholars to Win $529 Savings Plan Contribution Calling all parents of young children: the Future Scholar 529 Savings plan is giving you the opportunity to show off…
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South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis launches Diaper Dash Facebook Sweepstakes
January 18, 2018Two Young Future Scholars to Win $529 Savings Plan Contribution Calling all parents of young children: the Future Scholar 529 Savings plan is giving you the opportunity to show off…
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Turner Padget elects three attorneys to shareholder
January 18, 2018
Turner Padget Graham & Laney, P.A. announces that Columbia-based Robyn W. Madden and Jennifer N. Stone, and Greenville-based Taylor S. Speer have been elected shareholders of the firm. Madden is…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: law, on-the-move
South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis launches Diaper Dash Facebook Sweepstakes
January 18, 2018
Two Young Future Scholars to Win $529 Savings Plan Contribution Calling all parents of young children: the Future Scholar 529 Savings plan is giving you the opportunity to show off…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: banking-and-finance, on-the-move
Congaree Land Trust announces new board members
January 18, 2018
Congaree Land Trust (CLT), a non-profit working to conserve central South Carolina has announced two new additions to its Board of Directors: Tripp W. Bradley and William M. Haselden. “We…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: environmental, on-the-move
Dan Mann accepts position as Louisville Regional Airport Authority Executive Director
January 17, 2018
Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) Executive Director, Dan Mann, has announced his decision to accept the positon of Executive Director of the Louisville Regional Airport Authority in Louisville, Kentucky beginning March…
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Willbrook Plantation celebrates 220 years
January 17, 2018Willbrook Plantation was created 220 years ago on land that was once a thriving rice plantation. In 1988, Willbrook Plantation Golf Club was built on that land, but not until…
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Smith Moore Leatherwood LLP announces winner of third annual Furman University Juried Art Competition
January 17, 2018Smith Moore Leatherwood LLP announced today that John Derek Parsons has been selected as the winner of the third annual Furman University Juried Art Competition. The competition, which began…
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Qualifying Midlands taxpayers will receive free tax preparation
January 17, 2018
Households with less than $54,000 in annual income may qualify for free tax preparation assistance, which can lead to much-needed refunds and guidance toward using the refund as part of…
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Mimms Contracting completes 28,000 SF state of the art fitness center, Planet Fitness
January 17, 2018
Mimms Contracting is proud to have been a part of the Planet Fitness build out in Cayce, SC. The new 28,000 square foot state of the art fitness center officially…
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Columbia Chamber seeks applications for Leadership Columbia program
January 17, 2018
Leadership Columbia Class of 2018-2019 Applications Now Open The Columbia Chamber’s leadership program, Leadership Columbia, is now taking applications for the Class of 2019. Founded in 1972, the program is…
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Lambert Architecture + Construction Services welcomes Wendy Bertani Bergmann as project architect
January 17, 2018Lambert Architecture + Construction Services welcomes project architect, Wendy Bertani Bergmann, AIA, LEED AP to the team. She has 8 years of experience designing creative, sustainable and inspirational environments for…
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National iconic design magazine recognizes Chernoff Newman with two awards
January 17, 2018PRINT magazine, sponsor of one of the most well-respected design competitions in the graphic design industry, recently recognized Chernoff Newman’s talent with two awards in its annual South regional design…
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National iconic design magazine recognizes Chernoff Newman with two awards
January 17, 2018PRINT magazine, sponsor of one of the most well-respected design competitions in the graphic design industry, recently recognized Chernoff Newman’s talent with two awards in its annual South regional design…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: marketing-and-communications, on-the-move
EngenuitySC announces inaugural Midlands Regional Competitiveness Week
January 17, 2018Unveiling of 4th annual Midlands Regional Competitiveness Report to kick off week on Jan. 29 EngenuitySC, the Columbia-based nonprofit focused on enhancing the Midlands’ competitiveness and prosperity, has announced the…
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The City of Columbia is the 100th city to join the national What Works Cities initiative
January 17, 2018Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin announces the City of Columbia has been selected as the final city to participate in the What Works Cities initiative. What Works Cities Initiative, part of…
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Elite Airways unveils three new nonstop routes to/from Myrtle Beach
January 17, 2018
White Plains and Albany NY, and Newport News VA As the first of several new destinations to be introduced this year, Elite Airways LLC unveiled three new nonstop routes…
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County of Lexington to host ribbon cutting for Chapin Business & Technology Park at Brighton
January 17, 2018The County of Lexington Council and Economic Development Office will host a ribbon cutting ceremony for the Chapin Business & Technology Park at Brighton on Monday, Jan. 22, 2018, at…
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Treating Depression: Emerging from the Darkness
January 17, 2018By Mike DuBose with Dr. Surb Guram, MD Millions of Americans will suffer from depression in their lifetimes. Whether you have experienced depression yourself or know someone who has,…
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Turner Padget announces the addition of three new attorneys
January 17, 2018Turner Padget Graham & Laney, P.A. announced the addition of three new associates. Evelyn A. Norton is based in Greenville and joins the firm’s Workers’ Compensation team; Julie A. Oliver…
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Turner Padget announces the addition of three new attorneys
January 17, 2018Turner Padget Graham & Laney, P.A. announced the addition of three new associates. Evelyn A. Norton is based in Greenville and joins the firm’s Workers’ Compensation team; Julie A. Oliver…
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Lexington Women’s Care opens office in Chapin
January 17, 2018
Lexington Medical Center is proud to welcome Lexington Women’s Care Chapin to its network of care. The practice is located at 557 Columbia Avenue, Suite C, in Chapin. The office…
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Walmart launches groundbreaking disposal solution to aid in fight against opioid abuse and misuse
January 17, 2018In an effort to help curb abuse and misuse, Walmart is launching a first-of-its kind opioid disposal solution – available at no cost – in all company pharmacies.* Known as…
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Walmart launches groundbreaking disposal solution to aid in fight against opioid abuse and misuse
January 17, 2018In an effort to help curb abuse and misuse, Walmart is launching a first-of-its kind opioid disposal solution – available at no cost – in all company pharmacies.* Known as…
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Top Grossing Movies – January 15
January 17, 2018
Week of 01/12/2018 to 01/18/2018 Rank Title Rating Distributor Weeks Weekend Locs Weekend Gross Cumulative 1 Jumanji: Welcome To The Jungle PG13 Sony 4 3,849 $28,101,972 $291,312,604 2 The Post…
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Mimms Contracting completes 28,000 SF state of the art fitness center, Planet Fitness
January 17, 2018Mimms Contracting is proud to have been a part of the Planet Fitness build out in Cayce, SC. The new 28,000 square foot state of the art fitness center officially…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: construction, on-the-move
Turner Padget announces the addition of three new attorneys
January 17, 2018
Turner Padget Graham & Laney, P.A. announced the addition of three new associates. Evelyn A. Norton is based in Greenville and joins the firm’s Workers’ Compensation team; Julie A. Oliver…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: law, on-the-move
NAI Avant welcomes Scott Capell, CPM as Vice President of Property Management
January 17, 2018
COLUMBIA, SC – NAI Avant is pleased to welcome Scott Capell, CPM as Vice President of Property Management. Leading the division, Capell will oversee nine team members managing a…
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Mimms Contracting completes 28,000 SF state of the art fitness center, Planet Fitness
January 17, 2018
Mimms Contracting is proud to have been a part of the Planet Fitness build out in Cayce, SC. The new 28,000 square foot state of the art fitness center officially…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: construction, on-the-move
National iconic design magazine recognizes Chernoff Newman with two awards
January 17, 2018PRINT magazine, sponsor of one of the most well-respected design competitions in the graphic design industry, recently recognized Chernoff Newman’s talent with two awards in its annual South regional design…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz Category: marketing-and-communications, on-the-move
EngenuitySC announces inaugural Midlands Regional Competitiveness Week
January 17, 2018Unveiling of 4th annual Midlands Regional Competitiveness Report to kick off week on Jan. 29 EngenuitySC, the Columbia-based nonprofit focused on enhancing the Midlands’ competitiveness and prosperity, has announced the…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: economic-development, on-the-move
Treating Depression: Emerging from the Darkness
January 17, 2018
By Mike DuBose with Dr. Surb Guram, MD Millions of Americans will suffer from depression in their lifetimes. Whether you have experienced depression yourself or know someone who has,…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: advice, health-care, life, on-the-move
Lambert Architecture + Construction Services welcomes Wendy Bertani Bergmann as project architect
January 17, 2018
Lambert Architecture + Construction Services welcomes project architect, Wendy Bertani Bergmann, AIA, LEED AP to the team. She has 8 years of experience designing creative, sustainable and inspirational environments for…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: architecture, on-the-move
Walmart launches groundbreaking disposal solution to aid in fight against opioid abuse and misuse
January 17, 2018
In an effort to help curb abuse and misuse, Walmart is launching a first-of-its kind opioid disposal solution – available at no cost – in all company pharmacies.* Known as…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: on-the-move, retail
