SC Disability Employment Coalition hosts virtual employment workshop – July 23
July 8, 2020
On Thursday, July 23, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., the SC Disability Employment Coalition will host a free virtual workshop for individuals with disabilities entitled “Disability Benefits & Employment: Make It…
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The data is clear: A new research center Is a win-win
July 8, 2020
You hear it time and time again from students at the College of Charleston: “At a bigger college, you’d probably need to be pursuing your master’s or doctorate to do…
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Trinity Partners represents investor in acquisition of 635 W. Wade Hampton Boulevard
July 8, 2020
Dail Longaker, Director of Investment Sales at Trinity Partners, recently represented a Maine-based investor in their $3.1 million acquisition of the John Harris Body Shop at 635 W. Wade Hampton…
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Richland County unveils grants to promote public service projects
July 8, 2020
Richland County has begun accepting applications for a grant program aimed at increasing access to public services. The County’s Community Development Division annually seeks to award public service grants to agencies for…
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A M King mobilizes on largest avocado ripening and processing facility in the U.S.
July 8, 2020
Carolinas-based A M King, an integrated Design-Build firm with an established presence in the Upstate, has begun construction of a 262,000-square-foot ripening and cold storage distribution center in Laredo, Texas…
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Connect for Good GVL program shares over 10,000 meals
July 8, 2020
Partnership of Local Businesses Delivers Thousands of Meals GREENVILLE, SC – Advoco, a leading EAM software consulting firm, hosts Connect, an annual user conference in Greenville, SC. This year the…
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Surpassing one million users: Tallo surges to become leading student-career connection platform
July 8, 2020
Over one million students and professionals are now using Tallo to get an early foot in the door at various colleges and companies MOUNT PLEASANT, SC – Tallo, a digital…
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The Simpson Organization unveils $65 million mixed-use development in Cayce
July 8, 2020Atlanta-based The Simpson Organization, Inc. announced today it has purchased 36 acres of Dominion Energy’s 260-acre Otarre Pointe, a prime development corridor in Lexington County at the intersection of I-77…
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All Clear Plumbing celebrates anniversary of program with a graduation
July 8, 2020
All Clear Plumbing celebrated the fifth anniversary of its innovative apprenticeship program with a graduation on Wednesday. Ken Dodd, Kevin Baesman, and Paul Smith are the most recent group of…
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Taiwan donates 92,000 surgical masks to the state of South Carolina
July 7, 2020
The Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in Atlanta (TECO) has donated 92,000 surgical masks to support South Carolina frontline medical personnel in the fight against COVID-19. South Carolina state government agencies worked…
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STIB approves $21.5 million for Septima Clark Drainage and Transportation Improvement Project
July 7, 2020
This morning, the South Carolina Transportation Infrastructure Bank approved the city of Charleston’s application for funding in the amount of $21.5 million for Phase 5 of the Septima Clark Drainage…
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Lexington Chamber seeks speakers for Fall Education Series
July 7, 2020
The Lexington Chamber and Visitors Center will launch its Fall Mind Your Business Educational Lunch Series on August 26 and is now accepting presentation proposals from Chamber members. The theme…
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Schaeffler recognized by General Motors as a 2019 Supplier of the Year winner
July 7, 2020
FORT MILL, SC – Schaeffler was named a GM Supplier of the Year by General Motors during a virtual ceremony honoring the recipients of the company’s 28th annual Supplier of…
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United Ministries announces new executive board members
July 7, 2020
United Ministries announced new leadership for the 2020-2021 term. Jim Akerhielm, former CEO of TekLinks, Inc., NuVox and Triton Cellular, has been elected Board Chairman. Jim previously served as the…
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I-20 Pavement Preservation in Richland & Lexington Counties
July 7, 2020The S.C. Department of Transportation (SCDOT) announces the start of this Interstate Pavement Preservation Project in Richland and Lexington Counties. The project begins on I-20 from MP 60.60 (The end…
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CCSD to provide Full-Time Virtual academy option for students
July 7, 2020
Charleston County School District (CCSD) will offer a Full-time Virtual Academy during the 2020-2021 school year. The option provides a quality curriculum and instruction with a more flexible environment than…
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AnMed Health reinstates no inpatient visitor policy due to surge in COVID-19 cases
July 7, 2020In light of the surge in COVID-19 cases, AnMed Health has reinstated no visitation for any inpatient areas with the exception of end-of-life and special circumstances for the safety of…
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Kim Christ named Director of SC Tech and SC Cyber; SC Council on competitiveness taps former SC codes Director to lead initiative formerly known as TechSC
July 7, 2020
The South Carolina Council on Competitiveness today announced the rebrand of its technology initiative and named Kim Christ as its full-time initiative Director. Formerly TechSC and now SC Tech, the initiative is designed to accelerate the growth and…
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SAFE Federal Credit Union awards scholarships to area students
July 7, 2020
SAFE Federal Credit Union has awarded 14 high school students with $1,000 each towards their college education. The scholarships were awarded to public and private school students within SAFE’s service area.…
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State Museum now open on Sundays and on Tuesdays nights
July 7, 2020
The State Museum is extending its operating hours as part of Phase II of its reopening plan as follows: , Sundays: Noon to 5 p.m. . Tuesdays: 10 a.m. to 10…
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Sargent Metal Fabricators, Inc. expanding operations in Anderson County
July 7, 2020
$9.5 million investment to create 50 new jobs Sargent Metal Fabricators, Inc. (Sargent Metal), a custom metal fabrication company, announced plans to expand operations in Anderson County. The company’s $9.5…
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Pete Harper, CCIM, Reid Davis, CCIM, SIOR, and Cameron Yost leased 2,510 SF in North Charleston
July 7, 2020
Charleston Office Advisors of Lee & Associates Charleston, LLC and the owners of the Atrium want to congratulate COACT, Inc. on their recent lease renewal at the Atrium located at…
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South Carolina USDA employee to serve on national committee
July 7, 2020
When it comes to dedication and commitment in serving rural South Carolina, Patti Walker, who works as an Area Specialist at the Aiken, South Carolina USDA Rural Development Office, is…
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Historic 1830’s SC home saved for second time in 150+ year history
July 7, 2020
Officially Sold to A Conservation-Minded Family A historic 1830’s South Carolina home known as “The Darlington House” is preserved for the second time in its storied history. Once located 110…
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Cushman & Wakefield | Thalhimer announces sale of manufacturing facility in Hodges, SC
July 7, 2020
Cushman & Wakefield | Thalhimer announced the sale of 5502 Highway 25 North in Hodges, South Carolina. Eaton Corporation purchased the 111,600 square foot manufacturing facility situated on 10 acres…
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Dr. Christensen joins Providence Health after distinguished military career
July 7, 2020
Providence Health announced the addition of Bryan L. Christensen, MD, FAAOC to the Providence Orthopedics practice. Dr. Christensen provides a full range of orthopedic services and care, specializing in joint…
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OneSpartanburg awards $10K to SAM ‘Smart Start’ program
July 7, 2020
The Spartanburg Academic Movement (SAM) is introducing Smart Start, a program designed to help students bridge the gap between their intention to start college and their actual enrollment. OneSpartanburg is…
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Frampton Construction ranked as one of the Southeast’s Top Contractors
July 7, 2020
Frampton Construction Company, LLC, a full-service construction firm providing planning and design support, preconstruction, and construction services, has been recognized on ENR Magazine’s 2020 Southeast Top Contractors list. This is…
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Richland Library to showcase International Classical Guitarist in online performance – July 10
July 7, 2020
In partnership with the Southern Guitar Festival and Competition 2020, join Richland Library for Evening Arts: International Classical Guitarist Raphaël Feuillâtre from 7 – 8 p.m., Friday, July 10 on…
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Zuendt Engineering hires Brittany Seo as Civil Engineer
July 7, 2020
Full service civil and structural engineering firm, Zuendt Engineering, has hired Brittany Seo as a Civil Engineer for its Greenville location. Seo graduated in 2019 with a bachelor’s degree in…
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New Nephron-Methapharm collaboration improves health outcomes for respiratory patients
July 7, 2020
Partnership Reduces Barriers to Testing, Provides Top Quality to Customers Nephron Pharmaceuticals Corporation, one of the fastest-growing pharmaceuticals companies in the country, announced a new collaboration with Methapharm. As a…
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Colonial Life, Unum create fund to advance racial equality
July 7, 2020
Employee benefits provider Colonial Life, along with parent Unum, will use a new Social Justice Fund to create stronger, more equitable communities. The fund will support organizations working to end…
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Spartanburg Mayors Committee for People with Disabilities selects new officers
July 7, 2020
Donald Davis was re-elected co-chairman of the Spartanburg Mayors Committee for People with Disabilities. He will be joined by Dr. Page McCraw as the new co-chair, and Nikoya Shaw will…
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South Carolina Council on Competitiveness’ TransformSC network welcomes McKissick Academy of Science and Technology
July 7, 2020
TransformSC, an initiative of the South Carolina Council on Competitiveness (the Council), announced McKissick Academy of Science and Technology as the newest member of the TransformSC network. TransformSC, an initiative…
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Spinx announces third annual ClukaPalooza contest
July 7, 2020
The Spinx Company, a Greenville-based fuel and convenience retail company, is excited to announce details regarding the upcoming third annual ClukaPalooza! The ClukaPalooza contest will begin on Monday, July 6th…
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SCDOR reminder: Income Tax due date is July 15
July 7, 2020
The South Carolina Department of Revenue (SCDOR) reminds taxpayers the updated Income Tax due date is July 15, 2020. The SCDOR aligned with the IRS in March and extended the…
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South Carolina ETV to launch ‘Palmetto Perspectives’ series with multi-platform racial injustice program July 8
July 7, 2020Viewers encouraged to participate through live stream on social media South Carolina ETV (SCETV) today announced that it will be launching a new, community engagement-focused series with a one-hour discussion…
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Adrianne Beasley named Director of Strategy & Communications for SC Council on Competitiveness
July 7, 2020
Beasley to Help Guide Work in All Council Industry Clusters Adrianne Beasley, former director of SC Aerospace, was named the Director of Strategy & Communications for the South Carolina Council…
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University of South Carolina’s Dr. Iarossi elected to SC Launch Inc. Board of Directors
July 7, 2020
Dr. Juliana Iarossi, Clinical Assistant Professor with the Darla Moore School of Business at the University of South Carolina, was recently elected to the SC Launch, Inc. Board of Directors.…
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Lowcountry nonprofits can apply for free services provided by local marketing agency
July 6, 2020
Trio Solutions Inc. (TRIO), a Mount Pleasant-based marketing communications agency, will work nonstop for 24 hours to provide free advertising and marketing services to Lowcountry nonprofits during its 14th annual…
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IT-oLogy announces new strategy and services
July 6, 2020
The global pandemic has reinforced and refueled the urgency of IT-oLogy’s mission to promote, teach and grow a diverse IT workforce in South Carolina. The nonprofit, currently located at 1301…
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Clemson Extension agribusiness team offers COVID-19 resources for farmers
July 6, 2020
As many will agree, COVID-19 has created enough stress on its own. The Clemson Cooperative Extension Service’s Agribusiness Team is trying to reduce some of that stress for South Carolina…
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Feliciano receives $667K DOD grant to explore developmental disorder that causes tumors in the body and brain
July 6, 2020Clemson College of Science associate professor and researcher David Feliciano has received a $667,000 grant from the Department of Defense to explore the cellular underpinnings of Tuberous Sclerosis Complex (TSC),…
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William Means represents record breaking home sale on Sullivan’s Island
July 6, 2020William Means Real Estate announced that its agents brokered both sides of the transaction of the highest sale on Sullivan’s Island this year. With its panoramic views of the Atlantic…
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United Community Bank welcomes Bob Brown as Chief Information Security Officer
July 6, 2020
United Community Bank has announced the addition of Bob Brown as Chief Information Security Officer. Bob, who has more than two decades of experience managing business technologies, will now work…
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ECCO receives $166,145 in CARES Act funding
July 6, 2020
East Cooper Community Outreach (ECCO) has received $166,145 in Community Development Block Grant funds from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. This funding from the Coronavirus Aid, Relief,…
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Jackson Creek teacher wins Educator of Color Leadership Award
July 6, 2020
Growing up in Andrews, SC, Valente’ Gibson always wanted to be a teacher. He did well in school and went on to earn a bachelor’s degree in elementary education with…
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SCHB Self Insurers Fund announces Weston R. Griffeth as Administrator
July 6, 2020
COLUMBIA, SC – SCHB Self Insurers Fund (SCHBSIF), a provider of stable, cost-effective workers’ compensation coverage for the construction industry, announced that Weston R. Griffeth has been named Administrator. Herb…
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InteliChart partnership with PointClickCare brings family portal to senior care industry
July 6, 2020
FORT MILL, SC -InteliChart, a leader in patient-engagement technology, announced a partnership with PointClickCare, the leading cloud-based software vendor for the senior care industry. Senior care providers can now offer…
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Giving blood called ‘essential service’
July 6, 2020
The COVID-19 pandemic curtailed blood drives across the Midlands, but the need for lifesaving donations remains critical, according to Kristen Boyle, a donor recruitment representative for the American Red Cross.…
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