USC Upstate Panel discussion to address need for trained translators, interpreters in Upstate Region
February 27, 2018
The University of South Carolina Upstate is taking the initiative to address a need in the region for translators and interpreters that is currently not being addressed by any other…
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Ledisi to play the Peace Center May 30
February 27, 2018
Ledisi will bring her Let Love Rule Tour to the Peace Center on Wednesday, May 30, at 7:30 p.m., with special guests Melanie Fiona and Tweet. Ledisi is a 12-time Grammy®-nominated vocal powerhouse who…
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BRIGHT+CO Marketing wins big at Greenville’s Advertising Awards Ceremony
February 27, 2018
BRIGHT+CO Marketing, a full-service marketing company, accepted a total of twelve American Advertising Awards at the annual American Advertising Awards Gala. This is the second consecutive year that BRIGHT+CO Marketing receives…
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Peace Center announces 2018 Corona Concert Series lineup: Tickets go on sale Friday, March 2, at 10 a.m.
February 27, 2018
The Peace Center’s outdoor concert series, now called Corona Concert Series, will bring an exciting lineup to the TD Stage Available again this year is the Genevieve’s package, which includes…
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United Community Bank named to Forbes List of America’s Best 100 Banks
February 27, 2018
United Community Banks, Inc. (NASDAQ: UCBI) (“United”) was recently recognized as one of America’s best performing banks by Forbes magazine for the fifth consecutive year. “America’s Best Banks 2018,” an article written…
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Crawford Strategy receives ADDY Awards
February 27, 2018
Crawford Strategy, a full-service strategic marketing, brand development, digital and public relations firm, was awarded three ADDY Awards from the American Advertising Federation of Greenville. The American Advertising Awards is the…
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Dubose-Robinson, PC names Tommy Morgan as new shareholder; announces new firm name
February 27, 2018
Dubose-Robinson, PC announces that it has elected H. Thomas Morgan, Jr. as a named shareholder. The firm will now be called DuBose│Robinson│Morgan. The firm also announces that J. Alexander Hooks…
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Councilman Ted Stambolitis resigns from Lexington Town Council
February 27, 2018
Mayor Steve MacDougall has accepted the resignation of Councilman Ted Stambolitis effective Wednesday, February 28, 2018. Mr. Stambolitis no longer meets the eligibility requirements of a qualified elector set forth in…
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S.C. Arts Commission announces five recipients of 2018 Elizabeth O’Neill Verner Awards for the Arts
February 27, 2018The South Carolina Arts Commission is announcing the five South Carolinians to receive the Elizabeth O’Neill Verner Governor’s Award for the Arts – the highest arts honor in the state…
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CHA awarded HUD’s ROSS Service Coordinator grant
February 27, 2018The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has announced that Columbia Housing Authority (CHA) has been awarded a Resident Opportunities and Self Sufficiency (ROSS) Service Coordinator grant…
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Acumen IT recognized for excellence in managed IT services
February 27, 2018Acumen IT, one of the top IT companies in the southeast, announced that CRN®, a brand of The Channel Company, has named Acumen IT to its 2018 Managed Service Provider…
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CHA awarded HUD’s ROSS Service Coordinator grant
February 27, 2018
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has announced that Columbia Housing Authority (CHA) has been awarded a Resident Opportunities and Self Sufficiency (ROSS) Service Coordinator grant…
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Acumen IT recognized for excellence in managed IT services
February 27, 2018
Acumen IT, one of the top IT companies in the southeast, announced that CRN®, a brand of The Channel Company, has named Acumen IT to its 2018 Managed Service Provider…
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Will Johnson to speak at South Carolina Bankers Association Young Bankers Division Conference
February 27, 2018
Haynsworth Sinker Boyd shareholder Will Johnson will speak at the South Carolina Bankers Association Young Bankers Division Conference, to be held March 2-4, 2018 in Savanah, Georgia. Will’s presentation, “Shaping…
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S.C. Arts Commission announces five recipients of 2018 Elizabeth O’Neill Verner Awards for the Arts
February 27, 2018
The South Carolina Arts Commission is announcing the five South Carolinians to receive the Elizabeth O’Neill Verner Governor’s Award for the Arts – the highest arts honor in the state…
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Lourie Center debuts Lifelong Learning Program
February 26, 2018The Lourie Center is offering the pilot course in its new Lifelong Learning Program of the Midlands, a community education program for adults 50 years of age and older. This…
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Palmetto Health Richland expands treatment window for stroke patients
February 26, 2018
Palmetto Health Richland is one of 38 medical centers nationally and the only site in South Carolina that participated in the National Institutes of Health–funded DEFUSE 3 trial. The trial’s…
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City of Columbia’s Office of Business Opportunities launched the Commercial Retention & Redevelopment Program
February 26, 2018
City of Columbia’s, Office of Business Opportunities (OBO), launched the Commercial Retention & Redevelopment Program (CRR) on Monday, February 26, 2018, at Columbia Water, 4011 West Beltline Blvd. OBO will…
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Palmetto Health Richland Trauma Department sponsoring National Stop the Bleed Day training courses, Saturday, March 24
February 26, 2018
Palmetto Health Richland’s Trauma Department is sponsoring a National Stop the Bleed Day training courses Saturday, March 24 at Palmetto Health Richland Auditorium, 5 Medical Park. Two training sessions will be offered 9-11…
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The OnePalmetto Scholarship and College Fair welcomed over 1700 attendees at Sumter High School
February 26, 2018
On behalf of Pace Scholarship Academy, the OnePalmetto Scholarship and College Fair was hosted at Sumter High School on Saturday, February 24, 2018. There were 41 scholarship and community service…
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The OnePalmetto Scholarship and College Fair welcomed over 1700 attendees at Sumter High School
February 26, 2018
On behalf of Pace Scholarship Academy, the OnePalmetto Scholarship and College Fair was hosted at Sumter High School on Saturday, February 24, 2018. There were 41 scholarship and community service…
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Mayor Steve Benjamin and the City of Columbia to host Let’s Move! Columbia Easter Eggstravaganza
February 26, 2018Join Mayor Steve Benjamin and his family along with the City of Columbia for the 8th annual Let’s Move! Columbia Easter Eggstravaganza. This year’s event will include games, eggs-ercises, face…
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Lourie Center Transportation Program celebrates expansion
February 26, 2018
The Lourie Center’s 5 Points Wheels program, established in 2008, is a downtown transportation service for seniors and adults with disabilities who need safe, affordable transportation. The Lourie Center is…
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Richland Two recognizes new National Board Certified Teachers
February 26, 2018
Richland School District Two is home to 11 additional teachers who have earned the distinction of becoming National Board Certified. With these newly certified teachers, Richland Two now employs a…
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Richland One announces National Awards, Honors
February 26, 2018Lower Richland Cadet Receives National Army ROTC Scholarship and West Point Preparatory Academy Appointment Lower Richland High School JROTC Cadet Anastasia Nelson is worthy of double honors. In addition to…
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Will Johnson to speak at South Carolina Bankers Association Young Bankers Division Conference
February 26, 2018Haynsworth Sinker Boyd shareholder Will Johnson will speak at the South Carolina Bankers Association Young Bankers Division Conference, to be held March 2-4, 2018 in Savanah, Georgia. Will’s presentation, “Shaping…
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Lexington County Sheriff’s Foundation recognizes LCSD employees, volunteers
February 26, 2018
The Lexington County Sheriff’s Foundation has honored 10 Lexington County Sheriff’s Department employees and three individuals who volunteer their time to work with the department. “The foundation’s goal is to…
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Solara Hospitality to provide one time bonus to all hourly hotel associates
February 26, 2018Columbia based Solara Hospitality, developer and owner of Marriott franchised hotels in the Midlands, held a press conference to announce plans to provide a one-time cash bonus for all their…
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Top Grossing Movies – February 26
February 26, 2018
Theatrical grosses from comScore Week of 02/23/2018 to 03/01/2018 Rank Title Rating Distributor Weeks Weekend Locs Weekend Gross Cumulative 1 Black Panther PG13 Disney 2 4,020 $111,658,835 $403,613,257 2…
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Top Grossing Movies – February 26
February 26, 2018
Theatrical grosses from comScore Week of 02/23/2018 to 03/01/2018 Rank Title Rating Distributor Weeks Weekend Locs Weekend Gross Cumulative 1 Black Panther PG13 Disney 2 4,020 $111,658,835 $403,613,257 2…
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South Carolina’s top legal group names Joe Rice recipient of the “Founders Award”
February 26, 2018
The South Carolina Association for Justice (SCAJ) has named Joseph F. “Joe” Rice as recipient of their highest honor, the Founders’ Award. The honor is in recognition of his long career of professional…
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South Carolina’s top legal group names Joe Rice recipient of the “Founders Award”
February 26, 2018
The South Carolina Association for Justice (SCAJ) has named Joseph F. “Joe” Rice as recipient of their highest honor, the Founders’ Award. The honor is in recognition of his long career of professional…
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Hood Construction receives CAGC Construction Excellence Award
February 26, 2018
Hood Construction was the proud recipient of the prestigious Construction Excellence Award this month at the Carolinas AGC annual convention and awards ceremony, held in Boca Raton, Florida. The Carolinas…
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Hood Construction receives CAGC Construction Excellence Award
February 26, 2018
Hood Construction was the proud recipient of the prestigious Construction Excellence Award this month at the Carolinas AGC annual convention and awards ceremony, held in Boca Raton, Florida. The Carolinas…
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S.C. BlueCross Foundation invests in WISE Schools with new grant opportunity
February 26, 2018
It is well established that healthier children tend to have better grades, are more attentive in class and have fewer absences. To better support South Carolina schools in creating…
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S.C. BlueCross Foundation invests in WISE Schools with new grant opportunity
February 26, 2018
It is well established that healthier children tend to have better grades, are more attentive in class and have fewer absences. To better support South Carolina schools in creating…
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Local small business owner, Adam Morgan, announces State House Run
February 26, 2018
Vice President of Majesty Music Becomes the First Candidate to Announce Run for State House District 20 On February 22, Adam Morgan, local businessman and attorney, announced his candidacy to the…
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Local small business owner, Adam Morgan, announces State House Run
February 26, 2018Vice President of Majesty Music Becomes the First Candidate to Announce Run for State House District 20 On February 22, Adam Morgan, local businessman and attorney, announced his candidacy to the…
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Colliers International brokers lease renewal for law firm
February 26, 2018
Colliers international’s Henry Roe and Allen Wilkerson represented the landlord in renewing the lease for Brock & Scott PLLC Attorneys at Law at 3800 Fernandina Road in the St. Andrews…
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Workshops and speakers announced for PIQUE Young Professionals Summit
February 26, 2018
Ten at the Top’s third annual PIQUE: Young Professionals Elevating the Upstate Summit presented by ScanSource is set to include many regional business leaders for its workshops and roundtables. This…
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Three Schools in South Carolina will be gifted a $100,000 Don’t Quit! Fitness Center from the National Foundation for Governors’ Fitness Councils
February 26, 2018Governor Henry McMaster will be joined by South Carolina Superintendent of Education Molly Spearman to announce that fitness icon Jake Steinfeld, Chairman of the National Foundation for Governors’ Fitness Councils…
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Three Schools in South Carolina will be gifted a $100,000 Don’t Quit! Fitness Center from the National Foundation for Governors’ Fitness Councils
February 26, 2018Governor Henry McMaster will be joined by South Carolina Superintendent of Education Molly Spearman to announce that fitness icon Jake Steinfeld, Chairman of the National Foundation for Governors’ Fitness Councils…
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Beckham and Johnson earn Google certification
February 26, 2018As part of their school’s Dynamic Learning Project membership, Digital Learning Coaches P. Jared Johnson from Carolina Springs Middle and Laura D. Beckham from Pelion Middle earned their Google for…
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Two special events in South Carolina and an outstanding hospitality employee are recognized for their contributions to tourism
February 26, 2018
Also recognized by the Travel and Tourism Coalition was Myrtle Beach Chamber’s President and CEO Hilton Head Island – Governor Henry McMaster presented tourism industry achievement awards Wednesday to two special events and…
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Two special events in South Carolina and an outstanding hospitality employee are recognized for their contributions to tourism
February 26, 2018
Also recognized by the Travel and Tourism Coalition was Myrtle Beach Chamber’s President and CEO Hilton Head Island – Governor Henry McMaster presented tourism industry achievement awards Wednesday to two special events and…
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Litigation, corporate attorneys move to Nelson Mullins, open Baltimore office
February 26, 2018Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP announced that a group of attorneys from Miles & Stockbridge will join the firm to open a Baltimore office. The office features a litigation…
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Colonial Life recognizes top customer service employees
February 26, 2018Forty-two Columbia-based employees of Colonial Life and Unum were recently recognized for superior customer service. The group selected for the company’s prestigious Aspire program was chosen from more than…
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South Carolina airports contribute $16.3 billion annually to state and local economies
February 26, 2018
The South Carolina Aeronautics Commission (SCAC) has released an Economic Impact Report showing that airports are significant contributors to both the state economy and the local economies. “We believe…
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South Carolina airports contribute $16.3 billion annually to state and local economies
February 26, 2018
The South Carolina Aeronautics Commission (SCAC) has released an Economic Impact Report showing that airports are significant contributors to both the state economy and the local economies. “We believe…
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Colonial Life recognizes top customer service employees
February 26, 2018Forty-two Columbia-based employees of Colonial Life and Unum were recently recognized for superior customer service. The group selected for the company’s prestigious Aspire program was chosen from more than…
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