Colliers’ Thomas Beard receives prestigious Society of Industrial and Office REALTORS® (SIOR) designation
February 21, 2022
Colliers l South Carolina announced Thomas Beard has earned the Society of Industrial and Office REALTORS® (SIOR) designation. The SIOR designation is awarded to real estate professionals in recognition of…
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Central Carolina Community Foundation invites Richland and Lexington County residents to take action through On the Table
February 21, 2022
Central Carolina Community Foundation, the Midlands’ leader in collaborative philanthropy, invites residents of Richland and Lexington counties to lend their voice during On the Table — happening March 6-12. For…
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Ribbon Cutting for Basket Case Gifts
February 21, 2022
A Grand Opening Ribbon Cutting was hosted by the Laurens County Chamber of Commerce on Friday, February 18, to celebrate a new business in Clinton, SC. This family owned and…
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Laurens County Chamber Holds First Business After Hours Event of 2022
February 21, 2022
Palmetto Brothers Dispensary hosted the first Laurens County Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours event of the year on February 17. South Bend Winery partnered with Palmetto Brothers Dispensary to…
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55 images that awakened civil rights change on display at Upcountry History Museum
February 21, 2022Being in the right place at the right time often means the difference between ordinary and extraordinary. Witness to History: Selma Photography of Stephen Somerstein is a perfect example of…
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Clinton High Band Students Attend Honor Band and Conductor’s Symposium
February 21, 2022
On Valentine’s Day weekend, Clinton High School sent four student musicians to the University of South Carolina for the three day-long Honor Band and Conductor’s Symposium. Seniors Nishyah Scott, Catelyn Caughman,…
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Music fans invited ‘Behind the Scenes’ at PC
February 21, 2022
Presbyterian College’s Music Department invites fans “Behind the Scenes” in a new guest series that explores the making of music. This spring, the series kicks off with composer Ben Robichaux…
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Gov. Henry McMaster to U.S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin: S.C. Will Not Court-Martial Guardsmen over Vaccine Mandate
February 21, 2022
Governor Henry McMaster recently sent a letter to U.S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin urging him to rescind the federal vaccine mandate on National Guardsmen, explaining why it is likely…
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Richland County Deputy’s return to West Africa and back, and why
February 21, 2022Sheriff Leon Lott and Lt. Col. Kelvin Ashe receive special African gifts By W. Thomas Smith Jr. When Richland County Sheriff’s Department (RCSD) Senior Deputy Thomas Browne recently returned from…
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Gov. McMaster issues proclamation recognizing SC Life Sciences Week to celebrate state’s fastest-growing industry
February 21, 2022
In recognition of the importance of the life sciences industry in South Carolina, Governor Henry McMaster has issued a proclamation recognizing February 21-25, 2022 as South Carolina Life Sciences Week…
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Nexsen Pruet welcomes Craig Holderman as new Chief Operating Officer
February 21, 2022
Holderman’s extensive experience will help guide the Firm in reaching strategic goals Nexsen Pruet is pleased to announce that Craig Holderman has joined the Firm as Chief Operating Officer (COO). In this…
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The ART of Real Estate welcomes Tim Keaton as Associate Agent
February 21, 2022
The ART of Real Estate is pleased to announce that Tim Keaton has joined their Greenville Studio as an Associate Agent. Tim’s desire to help others brought him to real…
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Murrells Inlet’s MarshWalk gears up for two highly anticipated February events
February 21, 2022
The good times at the MarshWalk in Murrells Inlet will continue with two of the most popular events on the Hammock Coast’s winter calendar – Taste of the MarshWalk and…
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Palmetto State Exteriors welcomes Justin Carter
February 21, 2022
Palmetto State Exteriors is proud to welcome Justin Carter to the team. Justin will help drive our growth by attracting additional business, supporting our clients and providing client solutions that…
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No. 12 Presbyterian Wins Season-Opening Meet
February 21, 2022
The 12th-ranked Presbyterian College Blue Hose (1-0) Acrobatics and Tumbling team opened the 2022 season with a win over the Saint Leo Lions (0-1) by the score of 251.680-236.365 in…
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Cushman & Wakefield arranges $28.25 million sale of The Six multifamily community
February 18, 2022
Cushman & Wakefield announced that the commercial real estate services firm has arranged the sale of The Six, a 92-unit apartment community located in Charleston. The sale price was $28.25…
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Was Normal Good Enough?
February 18, 2022
By Erinn Rowe CEO Harvest Hope Food Bank As the CEO of Harvest Hope Food Bank, I have seen the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic firsthand. I have seen a…
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South Carolina Association of Technical College Commissioners honors 2021 award winners
February 18, 2022
The South Carolina Association of Technical College Commissioners announces the recognition of its 2021 award winners. Commissioner Leadership, General Art Brown, Technical College of the Lowcountry Honors an individual who…
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State leaders gather to announce the S.C. Conservation Enhancement Act
February 18, 2022
By W. Thomas Smith Jr. S.C. Gov. Henry McMaster, several state lawmakers, and the chair of the S.C. Floodwater Commission announced “the filing of two bills that will provide critical…
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Award-Winning Student Photographer Enjoys ‘Capturing the Moment’
February 18, 2022
Sam Gilmer is kind of a throwback. At just 21, the Piedmont Technical College (PTC) student wholeheartedly embraces old-school photojournalism. In fact, he has been taking photos for his hometown…
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Laurens County Council Meeting – February 22nd Agenda
February 18, 2022
Laurens County Council will meet for a regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, February 22nd. The meeting location is the old historic courthouse on the square in Laurens and starts at…
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“Behind the Scenes” Music Event Brings Acclaimed Composer to PC
February 18, 2022
“Behind the Scenes” is a guest artist series that explores the making of music. In this next event in the series, Dr. Giovani Briguente (PC Director of Bands) hosts a…
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Noble Ruin of the South
February 17, 2022
By Tom Poland When man abandoned it, the traffic diverted west, and the forest began to claim it. Today, sycamores, cedars, and oaks console it, and wind and water…
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UofSC to expand civil rights education with $1.5 million gift from Williams to fund civil rights exhibits, programs and collections
February 17, 2022
A $1.5 million gift from Williams, an energy infrastructure company, will enhance the University of South Carolina’s Center for Civil Rights History and Research’s ability to share South Carolina’s important…
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City of Columbia unveils plan to improve responsiveness to customers
February 17, 2022The COVID pandemic has presented many challenges to the City of Columbia, especially in the area of customer service. Employee retention, short-handed staff, increased call volume, and a backlog of…
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Colliers brokers lease for First Reliance Bank at 1901 Main Street office tower in Columbia
February 17, 2022
Colliers | South Carolina’s Allen Wilkerson, SIOR, CCIM represented First Reliance Bank in the leasing of 5,711 square feet of retail and office space at the 1901 Main Street office…
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Frampton Construction completes work on expansive Summerville distribution center
February 17, 2022
Frampton Construction Company, LLC, a full-service construction firm providing planning and design support, preconstruction, and construction services, has finished work on a 1,019,200-square-foot industrial building located within the Charleston Trade…
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Serve & Connect to host 2022 Illuminight Gala on March 18
February 17, 2022
Serve & Connect will host its annual fundraiser, the Illuminight Gala, on March 18 at 800 Junction in downtown Columbia. The nonprofit’s signature fundraising event celebrates the organization’s mission, including…
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Crawford welcomes three spring interns
February 17, 2022Crawford, a full-service strategic marketing agency in Greenville, welcomes Sophie Catanzaro, Aaron Ritchie, and May Harrelson as interns for the spring of 2022. Crawford offers year-round internship opportunities to college…
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TCB Corporation and Countybank add new Board Member
February 17, 2022
TCB Corporation and Countybank are proud to welcome W. Wesley McMullan to the TCB Corporation Board of Directors and Countybank Board of Directors. His responsibilities in joining the Board of…
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Life sciences leader Stomagienics expanding operations, creating jobs in Greenville
February 17, 2022
Stomagienics, Inc., a company that provides innovative solutions for cancer survivors and others who have undergone ostomy surgery, today announced expansion of operations in Greenville County. The company’s undisclosed investment…
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Laurens County Chamber Annual Meeting Shines Light on the Best of Laurens County
February 16, 2022
Last week the Laurens County Chamber of Commerce held their annual meeting for the first time in two years. The event was held on February 10th and as expected, the…
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DHEC supports CDC report on effectiveness of COVID-19 vaccines for pregnant people and their babies
February 16, 2022
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reported Tuesday in its Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report (MMWR) that an initial COVID-19 two-dose vaccine series during pregnancy can help prevent COVID-19…
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CUNA Brokerage selects Rick Addy as Financial Advisor for SAFE Federal Credit Union
February 16, 2022
CUNA Brokerage Services, Inc. selects Rick Addy as their newest Financial Advisor for SAFE Federal Credit Union. A graduate of Furman University, Addy has over 20 years of experience in…
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Lander University’s Linus Jonsson sees every day as an opportunity to learn something new
February 16, 2022
When deciding on which college he wanted to attend, Lander University sophomore Linus Jonsson said he decided to go to Lander because of the opportunity to earn his bachelor’s degree…
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Trident United Way unveils 211 Helpline texting option
February 16, 2022
Trident United Celebrates February 11 as 211 Day, to raise awareness for the Helpline. Today we announce a new texting option that puts users in control of finding resources in…
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Carolina Land Company Sells Gray Court, SC Land
February 16, 2022
Carolina Land Company recently represented the seller of 47.66 acres on Deck Road in Gray Court, SC in the sale of their family property. The buyer purchased the property for…
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The Basics of Rehab Loans for Real Estate Investors
February 16, 2022
By Dalton Elliott Lima One Capital Real estate investors have lots of different ways to profit from buying homes. But one of the most tried and true ways is by…
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Saturday Success Sessions for Scholars in Laurens School District 55
February 16, 2022
The Office of Academic Recovery Interventions of Laurens County School District 55 (LCSD 55) has launched Saturday Success Sessions for Scholars. The initiative provides virtual grade-level learning opportunities for students…
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CCSD announces leadership changes
February 16, 2022Charleston County School District (CCSD) announces the following interim leadership changes: Anita Huggins will serve as the Interim Chief Transformation Officer; Terri Nichols will serve as the Interim Executive Associate …
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Sixteen William Means Real Estate agents awarded prestigious distinctions
February 16, 2022
William Means Real Estate announced that 16 of its agents have received recognition from the Charleston Trident Association of REALTORS® for outstanding sales production for the year 2021. The REALTORS®…
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The Mark Foundation for Cancer Research appoints Raymond N. DuBois as Executive Chairman; announces founder Alex Knaster’s $500 Million new funding commitment
February 16, 2022
Internationally renowned oncology expert assumes leadership role funding cutting-edge cancer research. The Mark Foundation for Cancer Research today announced that Raymond N. (Ray) DuBois, MD, PhD, will join the organization…
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Kameelah Martin makes history as College of Charleston’s first Black female academic dean
February 16, 2022Kameelah Martin didn’t set out to be a first, but she certainly always intended to follow her ambitions and carve a path aimed at shedding light on African American studies and…
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Sullivan’s Island Town Council takes action to save maritime forest
February 16, 2022
Town Council votes 5-1 to hire attorney to overturn controversial mediation settlement After months of deliberation and discussion, the Sullivan’s Island Town Council took a major step forward toward saving…
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Berkeley County using proper due process to rezone property in Cordesville
February 16, 2022
Engaging property owners to help remedy past zoning application procedure Berkeley County is working to rezone specific parcels in the Cordesville community to remedy possible procedural errors from the late…
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Uptown Hospitality Group opens garage doors on Ann Street
February 16, 2022
Bodega and Share House, the newest ventures from Uptown Hospitality Group, are now open in downtown Charleston, S.C. Set in an 8,000 square-foot former train depot, the group’s newest venture brings big-city-bar…
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Charleston Metro Chamber announces Spring 2022 Leadership Discovery Class
February 16, 2022
Leadership Discovery, a leadership development program by the Charleston Metro Chamber, is excited to welcome the Spring 2022 class. Leadership Discovery is an innovative program that allows participants the opportunity to learn from…
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Spoleto Festival USA announces a robust 46th season
February 16, 2022
International performers return to Charleston for a program exploring themes of faith, migration, intertwining histories, and reclamations of the past Spoleto Festival USA General Director Mena Mark Hanna announced today…
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Giti Tire’s Blake Eaddy elected to the U.S. Tire Manufacturers Association Board
February 16, 2022
Blake Eaddy, general counsel and secretary for Giti Tire (USA), is one of four tire executives recently elected to serve on the board of directors for the U.S. Tire Manufacturers…
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Chief Student Services Officer Jeff Caldwell announces retirement
February 16, 2022
Lexington County School District One Superintendent Greg Little, Ed.D., announces that Jeffrey F. Caldwell, the district’s chief student services officer, plans to retire effective July 1, 2022. Of his retirement…
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