Avtec, alumni continue to strengthen Clemson University’s emergency operations
October 4, 2017
Clemson University’s emergency management operations and training are more technologically advanced than just a year ago – and will continue improving – courtesy of three alumni and Lexington-based Avtec Inc.,…
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Spartanburg Community College receives donation from Milliken for new truck driver training program
October 4, 2017
Thanks to a generous donation from Milliken & Company, Spartanburg Community College is one step closer to starting a new truck driver training program offering competitive wages and job security…
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Columbia Food Assistance Manager named DSS September Employee of the Month
October 4, 2017
The South Carolina Department of Social Services (SC DSS) recently established a program to recognize staff members who perform their jobs exceptionally well, go above and beyond what is expected…
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AT&T Provides Credits for Customers in Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin Islands
October 4, 2017
As the network recovery efforts in Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands continue after Hurricane Maria, we’re offering customers additional relief. To help our impacted customers, we are automatically…
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AT&T provides credits for customers in Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin Islands
October 4, 2017
As the network recovery efforts in Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands continue after Hurricane Maria, we’re offering customers additional relief. To help our impacted customers, we are automatically…
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New Charles Schwab branch in Columbia invites investors to take ownership of their future
October 4, 2017
Charles Schwab, one of the largest full-service investment services firms in the country and ranked “Highest in Investor Satisfaction with Full Service Brokerage Firms, Two Years In a Row” in…
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Mayor Benjamin welcomes new Mayor’s Fellows for fall semester
October 4, 2017
Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin welcomes 11 students for the fall semester of the Mayor’s Fellows program. The program provides both undergraduate and graduate-level students the opportunity to gain first-hand knowledge…
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Pawmetto Lifeline hosts 11th Annual Fur Ball Moonlight Gala presented by Jim Hudson Lexus, raising funds for homeless pets in South Carolina
October 4, 2017
Pawmetto Lifeline, a local No-Kill companion pet organization committed to reducing pet overpopulation in the Midlands, will host the 11th Annual Fur Ball Moonlight Gala presented by Jim Hudson Lexus, at 7pm on Saturday,…
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Richland One offering a college financial aid 101 workshop
October 4, 2017
Parents, if you need help paying for college for your high school senior, but don’t have a clue where to start or how to get the money, this upcoming Richland…
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Columbia College announces micro-seed funds and ideas incubator space as part of McNair Center for Entrepreneurism
October 4, 2017
Columbia College announced new initiatives around its McNair Center for Entrepreneurism. On Tuesday, September 26th, Columbia College’s McNair Center for Entrepreneurism opened a new ideas incubation space for students on…
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Announcing the 18th annual Healthy Learners Champions for Children Golf Tournament in memory of George Younginer
October 4, 2017
Healthy Learners proudly announces the 18th annual Healthy Learners Champions for Children Golf Tournament in Memory of George Younginer. It will be held on Wednesday, October 25, 2017, at Fort Jackson Golf Club in Columbia,…
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Ashley Brazzel joins Coldwell Banker Caine in Greenville
October 4, 2017
GREENVILLE, SC – Coldwell Banker Caine recently welcomed Ashley Brazzel as a residential sales agent to its Greenville office. Ashley, a native of the Upstate, brings substantial experience to Caine, having…
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Riverbanks scares up a fall favorite
October 4, 2017Treat your family to 11 wild nights of Halloween fun with the return of Boo at the Zoo at Riverbanks Zoo and Garden on Friday, October 20. . Brought to you…
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Rick Bryson joins branding & marketing firm ZWO as Global Creative Director
October 4, 2017
GREENVILLE, SC – Rick Bryson, a 20-year professional in the advertising and marketing industry, has been appointed the new Global Creative Director at ZWO, a branding and marketing firm with…
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Rotarians told of health care focus, challenges
October 4, 2017As the largest health care system in South Carolina’s midlands, Palmetto Health is focused on improving the physical, emotional and spiritual health of all individuals and communities it serves. That’s…
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Piedmont Energy Systems, Inc. expanding manufacturing operations into York County
October 4, 2017
YOURK COUNTY, SC – Piedmont Energy Systems, Inc. (PES), a supplier of custom-built bulk hydrocarbon and fluorocarbon storage and distribution systems, has expanded its manufacturing operations into a new location…
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Piedmont Energy Systems, Inc. expanding manufacturing operations into York County
October 4, 2017
YOURK COUNTY, SC – Piedmont Energy Systems, Inc. (PES), a supplier of custom-built bulk hydrocarbon and fluorocarbon storage and distribution systems, has expanded its manufacturing operations into a new location…
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Carolina Business Equipment moves into Lowcountry with acquisition of DocuQuest
October 4, 2017Continuing its recent trend of expansion, Columbia, SC-headquartered IT and print solutions company Carolina Business Equipment (CBE) has acquired DocuQuest, an office equipment dealer based in Savannah, Georgia. It is…
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Carolina Business Equipment moves into Lowcountry with acquisition of DocuQuest
October 4, 2017Continuing its recent trend of expansion, Columbia, SC-headquartered IT and print solutions company Carolina Business Equipment (CBE) has acquired DocuQuest, an office equipment dealer based in Savannah, Georgia. It is…
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JDRF announces new board members
October 4, 2017JDRF, the leading global organization funding type 1 diabetes (T1D) research, announced today the appointments of Amber Bland, Michael Gunn, Stacie McIntyre, Robert Sanders, and Janine Wall as new Palmetto…
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PetCure Oncology brings cutting edge cancer treatment tech to S.C.
October 4, 2017
PetCure Oncology, the national leader in radiation oncology for pets, and SCVSEC have announced a partnership that will bring potentially life-saving cancer care to pet owners in and around South Carolina. PetCure…
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Crawford Strategy welcomes two students to fall internship program
October 4, 2017Crawford Strategy, a full-service marketing, brand development, public relations and digital media company, welcomes Tori Sizemore and Jordan Allums as the agency’s 2017 fall interns. Crawford Strategy provides year-round internship…
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Waldrop Plumbing-Heating-Air promotes Jeff Cothran to Residential General Manager
October 4, 2017
Jeff Cothran has been promoted to Residential General Manager for Waldrop Plumbing-Heating-Air, the residential operating division of Spartanburg-based Waldrop, Inc. In this role, Cothran is responsible for day-to-day residential operations,…
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Topside Pool Club hosting yoga class on October 7
October 4, 2017
Topside Pool Club is starting the weekend with Morning Yoga this Saturday, October 7 at 8 a.m. The rooftop class is open to all-levels and will be led by Lisa…
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Get ready to shoot a puck during The Epic Quest to win cash
October 4, 2017
Organizers of The Epic Quest have announced a new twist for the scavenger hunt happening in two weeks – the top 10 teams will be shooting pucks for the $5,000…
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JDRF announces new board members
October 4, 2017
JDRF, the leading global organization funding type 1 diabetes (T1D) research, announced today the appointments of Amber Bland, Michael Gunn, Stacie McIntyre, Robert Sanders, and Janine Wall as new Palmetto…
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Cantina 76 expands to fourth location in Kiawah’s Freshfields Village
October 4, 2017On Monday, Cantina 76 officially opened its doors for business in Freshfields Village on Kiawah Island, joining a thriving culinary scene with a mix of local and regional dining…
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Carolina Business Equipment moves into Lowcountry with acquisition of DocuQuest
October 4, 2017
Continuing its recent trend of expansion, Columbia, SC-headquartered IT and print solutions company Carolina Business Equipment (CBE) has acquired DocuQuest, an office equipment dealer based in Savannah, Georgia. It is…
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The Honor Project’s third annual WildMayhem charity golf tournament and music concert rescheduled – November 8
October 4, 2017
The Honor Project’s third annual WildMayhem charity golf tournament has been rescheduled for Wednesday, November 8 at Cobblestone Park Golf Club in Blythewood, South Carolina. Proceeds will equally benefit designated…
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Salvation Army to hold registration for Christmas assistance
October 3, 2017
The Salvation Army in Sumter serves Lee, Clarendon, and Sumter Counties. The Salvation Army in Sumter plans to accept applications from families who would like to apply for Christmas assistance at…
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Ameris Bank launches 8th annual Helping Fight Hunger food drive initiative
October 3, 2017
Ameris Bank announces its 8th annual Helping Fight Hunger food drive initiative taking place during October at all of its bank branches throughout the Southeast. Helping Fight Hunger is a…
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Julie Colson is the new Director of Sales at Capital City/Lake Murray Country
October 3, 2017
Julie Colson joins the Capital City/Lake Murray Country Regional Tourism Board (CCLMC) with 25 years of experience in public relations, marketing design and advertising. Her past experience also brings to…
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Beware: Columbia City Ballet’s Dracula makes haunting return
October 3, 2017Count Dracula continues his seductive reign of terror with his Brides of Darkness with the 22nd annual performance of Dracula: Ballet with a Bite, appearing on the Koger Center…
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NAI Avant arranges 9.0 acre land sale
October 3, 2017NAI Avant broker Bobby Hathaway represented the seller, Cedric Davis, in the land sale transaction at 7716 Fairfield Road in Columbia, South Carolina. American Scrap Iron & Metal purchased the…
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Hendrick Construction selected to build Fairfield Inn & Suites in Santee, S.C.
October 3, 2017Hendrick Construction has been selected to build the new Fairfield Inn & Suites in Santee, S.C. Construction on the 91-room hotel at 9074 Old Number Six Highway is slated to…
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CBRE arranges sale of Capitol Center office tower in Columbia, S.C.
October 3, 2017CBRE has arranged the sale of Capitol Center, a 460,020-square-foot Class-A office building in Columbia, South Carolina. Hamilton Equity Partners of New York, New York, acquired the property from a…
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Q+ proud to announce Wendy Bertani as part of AIASC LDA
October 3, 2017Quackenbush Architects + Planners is pleased to announce Wendy Bertani as part of the 2017-2018 class of The American Institute of Architects South Carolina Leadership Development Academy. The American Institute…
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CBRE arranges sale of Capitol Center office tower in Columbia, S.C.
October 3, 2017
CBRE has arranged the sale of Capitol Center, a 460,020-square-foot Class-A office building in Columbia, South Carolina. Hamilton Equity Partners of New York, New York, acquired the property from a…
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Hendrick Construction selected to build Fairfield Inn & Suites in Santee, S.C.
October 3, 2017
Hendrick Construction has been selected to build the new Fairfield Inn & Suites in Santee, S.C. Construction on the 91-room hotel at 9074 Old Number Six Highway is slated to…
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Q+ proud to announce Wendy Bertani as part of AIASC LDA
October 3, 2017
Quackenbush Architects + Planners is pleased to announce Wendy Bertani as part of the 2017-2018 class of The American Institute of Architects South Carolina Leadership Development Academy. The American Institute…
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Cohn Construction Services welcomes Patrick Faulkner as assistant Project Manager
October 3, 2017
COLUMBIA, SC – Cohn Construction Services announced the recent hire of Patrick Faulkner, who will join the team as an assistant Project Manager. Within this role, Patrick will assist in overseeing…
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NAI Avant arranges 9.0 acre land sale
October 3, 2017
NAI Avant broker Bobby Hathaway represented the seller, Cedric Davis, in the land sale transaction at 7716 Fairfield Road in Columbia, South Carolina. American Scrap Iron & Metal purchased the…
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Fun Fall fundraising festival for D.A.R.E.
October 3, 2017Law enforcement and community leaders gearing up for DARESCREAM 2017 By Sheriff Leon Lott The DRUG ABUSE RESISTANCE EDUCATION (D.A.R.E.) program is arguably one the most effective and mutually…
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Top Grossing Movies – October 2
October 2, 2017
Theatrical grosses from comScore Week of 09/29/2017 to 10/05/2017 Rank Title Rating Distributor Weeks Weekend Locs Weekend Gross Cumulative 1 Kingsman: The Golden Circle R 20th Century Fox 2…
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Top Grossing Movies – October 2
October 2, 2017
Theatrical grosses from comScore Week of 09/29/2017 to 10/05/2017 Rank Title Rating Distributor Weeks Weekend Locs Weekend Gross Cumulative 1 Kingsman: The Golden Circle R 20th Century Fox 2…
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The City Manager’s Spotlight – October 2017
October 2, 2017
The City Manager’s Spotlight provides details about what is happening in the City of Columbia in an effort to keep citizens informed about City operations. The City Manager’s Spotlight on…
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Colliers International Dealmakers: Who’s selling, leasing and investing in South Carolina this week
October 2, 2017
Charleston / Columbia / Greenville, SC – Colliers International in South Carolina is pleased to announce the following commercial real estate transactions: Charleston, SC John Orr, CCIM and Elyse Welch, CCIM…
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Colliers International Dealmakers: Who’s selling, leasing and investing in South Carolina this week
October 2, 2017
Charleston / Columbia / Greenville, SC – Colliers International in South Carolina is pleased to announce the following commercial real estate transactions: Charleston, SC John Orr, CCIM and Elyse Welch, CCIM…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: commercial-real-estate, on-the-move
Cohn Construction Services welcomes Patrick Faulkner as assistant Project Manager
October 2, 2017COLUMBIA, SC – Cohn Construction Services announced the recent hire of Patrick Faulkner, who will join the team as an assistant Project Manager. Within this role, Patrick will assist in overseeing…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: construction, on-the-move
Fun Fall fundraising festival for D.A.R.E.
October 2, 2017Law enforcement and community leaders gearing up for DARESCREAM 2017 By Sheriff Leon Lott The DRUG ABUSE RESISTANCE EDUCATION (D.A.R.E.) program is arguably one the most effective and mutually…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: government, headlines, on-the-move
