Page appointed to Public Charter School District Board of Trustees
September 29, 2020
Bob Jones University Chief of Staff Randy Page was confirmed by the State Senate Tuesday, Sept. 22, to serve on the South Carolina Public Charter School District Board of Trustees.…
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Richland Library Friends and Foundation announces 2020-2021 board
September 29, 2020
The Richland Library Friends and Foundation is excited to share its 2020-2021 board with the community. Leadership positions include: Cindy Cox, Chair Bob Mathews, Vice Chair Elizabeth Black, Secretary/Treasurer The…
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Lee & Associates Charleston grows its brokerage team with the addition of Thomas Fawcett
September 29, 2020
Lee & Associates, the largest broker-owned commercial real estate firm in North America, announced today Thomas Fawcett has transitioned to an Associate in its Charleston office. “Thomas is an exceptional…
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Greenville Technical College opens doors to Truist Culinary and Hospitality Innovation Center
September 29, 2020Greenville Technical College announced the opening of the Truist Culinary and Hospitality Innovation Center. A $1 million grant from the Truist Foundation to the Greenville Tech Foundation funded renovations for…
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Infinity Marketing’s Cassie Thompson recognized among Greenville’s Best & Brightest 35 and Under
September 29, 2020
Infinity Marketing announced that Cassie Thompson, Director of Organizational Development, was named in Greenville Business Magazine’s Best & Brightest 35 and Under. “Cassie has played such a crucial role in…
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Nachman Norwood & Parrott continues growth with new wealth planner
September 29, 2020
Nachman Norwood & Parrott (NNP), an independent wealth management consultancy, recently welcomed Tyler Boswell as a wealth planner. In this role, Boswell will work with the planning department to build…
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From social media to art exhibit: Lander University’s Doug McAbee has starring role
September 28, 2020Have you ever wondered what it would be like to star in the painting of a famous artist? The “stay-at-home” days of the COVID-19 pandemic led Lander University artist Doug…
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Trident United Way working to inform Tri-County high cost of living
September 28, 2020Self Sufficiency Standard study highlights our region as one of the highest costs of living areas in S.C., further emphasizing the vital work Trident United Way does to improve…
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McCrory Construction’s Stephen Cooper named Greenville’s Best & Brightest 35 and Under
September 28, 2020
McCrory Construction’s Stephen Cooper, Senior Project Manager based in the firm’s Greenville office, has been recognized as one of Greenville Business Magazine’s 2020 Best & Brightest 35 and Under –…
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Community Spotlight – Sean Powers, The Front Coffee & Tap
September 28, 2020
The Front Coffee & Tap officially opened in Columbia on May 11, 2020 right in the middle of the pandemic. They serve coffee, tea, beer, and wine, as well as…
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Let Your Voice be Heard with On the Table Community Conversations Oct. 4-10, powered by Central Carolina Community Foundation
September 28, 2020
Week of community discussions aims to help move region forward The third annual On the Table initiative — powered by Central Carolina Community Foundation, the Midlands’ center for philanthropy —…
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American Heart Association to celebrate Hard Hats with Heart event
September 28, 2020The American Heart Association is teaming up with HITT Contracting, SeamonWhiteside and Frampton Construction to raise awareness about heart disease and stroke in the construction industry. The “Hard Hats with…
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Orangeburg Area SBDC is named State and Southeast Regional Small Business Development Center (SBDC) of the Year
September 28, 2020
The South Carolina SBDC network, the state’s principal provider of small business assistance, is pleased to announce that its Orangeburg Area Small Business Development Center (SBDC) has been named the SBA’s 2020…
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Voter Registration Deadline of Oct 2nd Just Days Away
September 28, 2020
Not registered to vote? Friday, October 2nd is the deadline to register to vote. The process is simple and outlined below. If you need to update your information you can do…
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United Community Bank welcomes Brian Goff as Director of Portfolio Management
September 28, 2020
United Community Bank announced the addition of Brian Goff as Director of Portfolio Management. In this new role, Goff will be responsible for the management and oversight of the bank’s…
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South Carolina Federal named a Best Credit Union to Work For by Credit Union Journal
September 28, 2020
South Carolina Federal Credit Union has been named one of the 2020 Best Credit Unions to Work For by Credit Union Journal. South Carolina Federal ranked No. 6 overall and…
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GMC adds another professional engineer to its Greenville, S.C. team
September 28, 2020
Goodwyn, Mills and Cawood (GMC), announced Rhys Gratz, an engineer in the firm’s Greenville, S.C., office, has attained his professional engineering license. Gratz joined GMC’s Water Resources and Treatment Division…
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Lowcountry Food Bank receives $11,000 donation from the Darden Foundation to Fight Hunger
September 28, 2020
The Lowcountry Food Bank (LCFB), a member of the Feeding America network, announced today a $11,000 grant from The Darden Foundation to help provide hunger relief to Lowcountry families. The…
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Presbyterian College revises spring semester schedule
September 28, 2020
“As we proceed through this academic year, we continue to monitor the spread of COVID-19 and plan for challenging circumstances across the next several months,” Dr. Don Raber, PC’s Provost,…
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Pete Harper, CCIM, Reid Davis, CCIM, SIOR, and Cameron Yost, CCIM represented Southland Landscaping in the lease renewal of 6,000 SF of office/warehouse dpace in North Charleston
September 28, 2020
Lee & Associates Charleston’s Office Advisors, Pete Harper, CCIM, Reid Davis, CCIM, SIOR, and Cameron Yost, CCIM, represented the Tenant, Southland Landscaping, in the lease renewal of 6,000 SF of…
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Presbyterian College Revises Spring Semester Schedule
September 28, 2020“As we proceed through this academic year, we continue to monitor the spread of COVID-19 and plan for challenging circumstances across the next several months,” Dr. Don Raber, PC’s Provost,…
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Jon-Michael Brock represented the tenant in the lease of a 10,980 SF warehouse facility in Ladson
September 28, 2020
Lee & Associates Charleston’s Industrial Specialist, Jon-Michael Brock, represented the Tenant, Amazing Bins, in the lease of a 10,980 SF Warehouse Facility located at 113 Market Road in Ladson, SC.…
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Pete Harper, CCIM, Reid Davis, CCIM, SIOR, and Cameron Yost, CCIM represented University Medical Associates in the lease renewal of 7,078 SF of medical office space in North Charleston
September 28, 2020
Lee & Associates Charleston’s Office Advisors, Pete Harper, CCIM, Reid Davis, CCIM, SIOR, and Cameron Yost, CCIM, represented the Tenant, University Medical Associates (Northwood Pediatrics) in the lease renewal of…
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Colliers International brings Midway Logistics IV building in Lexington County Industrial Park to full occupancy
September 28, 2020
Magnus Development gears up to break ground on next speculative development Colliers International | South Carolina’s Chuck Salley, SIOR, Dave Mathews, SIOR, Thomas Beard and John Peebles represented Magnus Development…
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Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd’s Kaitlin Beck selected for Leadership Columbia’s Class of 2021
September 28, 2020
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd announced that Kaitlin Beck has been selected to participate in the Columbia Chamber of Commerce Leadership Columbia Class of 2021. As a member of the 48th Leadership…
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Three Metro Chambers partner on virtual statewide leadership exchange
September 28, 2020
The Charleston Metro Chamber is excited to partner with the Columbia and Greenville Chambers on the inaugural SC Leadership Exchange, a four-day, virtual conference where leaders from South Carolina’s three largest metros will come together…
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9th Annual Fallen Officer Memorial Ride Preview Breakfast
September 28, 2020
The Deputy Roger Rice Ride-On Funds Foundation will host a preview breakfast for the 9th Annual Fallen Officer Memorial Ride on Friday, October 16th. The breakfast will be held at Destination Powersports 23165…
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Capitol Places offering FREE RENT!
September 27, 2020
Capitol Places is a conventional apartment complex located in the heart of the Main Street District. We have six buildings with various apartment sizes that range from one to three…
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Blinktbi among 2020 InnoVision awards finalists
September 27, 2020
InnoVision Awards recognizes innovation in South Carolina annually through its InnoVision Awards program. This year, InnoVision received a record number of applications reflecting both the strength of the innovation economy…
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InnoVision Awards announces 2020 award finalists
September 27, 2020
InnoVision Awards recognizes innovation in South Carolina annually through its InnoVision Awards program. This year, InnoVision received a record number of applications reflecting both the strength of the innovation economy…
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IT-oLogy among 2020 InnoVision Awards finalists
September 27, 2020
InnoVision Awards recognizes innovation in South Carolina annually through its InnoVision Awards program. This year, InnoVision received a record number of applications reflecting both the strength of the innovation economy…
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Transportation Penny Advisory Committee to meet virtually – Sept. 28
September 25, 2020
Richland County will hold a virtual Transportation Penny Advisory Committee meeting at 5:30 p.m. Monday, Sept. 28. Those who wish to participate in the public input portion of the meeting…
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Congratulations Main Street District!
September 25, 2020
The Main Street District is excited to win Free Times Best of Columbia 2020 for the ‘Biggest Improvement in Columbia this Year’. We are proud to win this award for…
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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis Recognizes Shannon Rister of W.A. Perry Middle School as Educator of the Month
September 25, 2020
South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis has recognized W.A. Perry Middle School’s Shannon Rister as the South Carolina Financial Literacy Master Teacher Program’s Educator of the Month for September. “Without financial…
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City Center Partnership welcomes Family Fresh Mex to the Main Street District
September 25, 2020
City Center Partnership announces Family Fresh Mex is now open at 1200 Main Street (Behind the ABC Columbia building). Customers may recognize the name from the food truck at Soda…
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RMHC Charleston’s Red Shoe Society will host Virtual Trivia on October 1st
September 25, 2020
Our Red Shoe Society invites you to join them for Virtual Trivia on Thursday October 1st at 7:00pm. Test your knowledge, compete with friends, and connect with the community all…
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STORY hires Kaitlyn Ford as Executive Assistant
September 25, 2020
Greenville-based digital marketing agency, STORY, has hired Kaitlyn Ford as its new executive assistant. A 2016 graduate of Stevenson University in Maryland, Ford earned her bachelor’s degree in business communications.…
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Record enrollments at Columbia International University and Ben Lippen School
September 25, 2020The upward enrollment trend at Columbia International University and Ben Lippen School continues in record breaking fashion. CIU’s enrollment has increased four straight years. A total of 2,145 students are…
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Native American Studies Center Hosts Press Conference, Panel Discussion on Columbus
September 25, 2020
Discussing the growing controversy over Columbus Day celebrations and Columbus statues, USC Lancaster’s Native American Studies Center will host a virtual press conference and panel discussion on Zoom from noon-1:30…
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West Ashley High welcomes new head boys’ basketball coach Ben Kettering
September 25, 2020
West Ashley High School has named the 2019–2020 New York State Association of Independent Schools (NYSAIS) Coach of the Year, Ben Kettering, as its next head boys’ basketball coach. Kettering…
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John Harris Body Shops donating car to local charity at grand opening of James Island location
September 24, 2020
John Harris Body Shops is partnering with GEICO and the National Auto Body Council to give away a vehicle on Thursday, October 1, 2020 at their grand opening in James…
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Home Advantage Realty welcomes Michelle McDonnell
September 24, 2020
Home Advantage Realty announced that Michelle McDonell has joined the company’s Devine Street office. Michelle is a lifelong native of South Carolina who has called Columbia her home since 2001.…
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Lowcountry Food Bank receives $22,112 donation from Crews Subaru and Subaru of America
September 24, 2020
The Lowcountry Food Bank (LCFB) announced that it received a $22,112 donation from Crews Subaru to help feed Lowcountry neighbors who struggle with hunger. A check presentation was held at…
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Reward for Information and Recovery of Items Taken in Burglary in Clinton Area
September 24, 2020
Between September 4th and September 7th a large amount of personal property was taken from a home on Highway 56 North in Clinton near the Clinton House Plantation. Items stolen…
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Six South Carolina Schools receive National Blue Ribbon School honors
September 24, 2020
U.S. Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos recognized six South Carolina schools nominated by State Superintendent of Education Molly Spearman as National Blue Ribbon Schools for 2020. The recognition is based on…
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Nigel Redden to retire as General Director of Spoleto Festival USA
September 24, 2020
Nigel Redden announced that in October 2021, he will step down as General Director of Spoleto Festival USA. “The cancellation of the 2020 Festival and the enforced isolation of the…
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Bon Secours hosting drive-thru flu clinics
September 24, 2020
Fall is here, and that means flu season is upon us. So NOW is the time to get vaccinated. Bon Secours is taking out the hassle to help keep the…
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Ten at The Top announces date and nomination process for celebrating Upstate Unsung Heroes Virtual Event
September 24, 2020
Virtual Event Honoring Upstate Unsung Heroes Scheduled for Wednesday, November 18th Ten at the Top [TATT] is excited to host the Celebrating Upstate Unsung Heroes Virtual Event at 11:30 am…
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Jerry Carter picks up key endorsements in District Three
September 24, 2020
Jerry Carter has been endorsed by multiple state and Pickens area leaders this week as he seeks election in State House District Three, which encompasses western Pickens County including Clemson,…
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PSTA response to close of session of South Carolina General Assembly
September 24, 2020
Kathy Maness, Executive Director In the midst of a pandemic, South Carolina’s teachers are working harder than ever to honor their commitment to the children of our state. Across South…
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