LS3P welcomes Jason Likas
May 10, 2017LS3P welcomes Senior Associate Jason Likas, AIA, NCARB, LEED AP, who returns to the firm’s Columbia office as a project manager. Likas, who works extensively in the K-12 education sector,…
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GVLtoday’s leadership team to speak at Endeavor’s Collaborators & Cocktails
May 10, 2017
Digital news platform connects readers to community through collaboration, growing readership Endeavor, a membership-based coworking community for independent agencies and freelancers in the creative services fields as well as corporate…
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GreenWood, Inc. reaches 5 million safe hours at Merck
May 10, 2017
GreenWood, Inc., an integrated operations, maintenance and construction solutions provider, celebrates a major safety milestone of 5 million safe work hours at their Merck project site in Elkton, Virginia. GreenWood…
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United Community Bank returns for second year as presenting sponsor of Antiques, Fine Art & Design Weekend
May 10, 2017
Bank continues Community Partnership with Greenville County Museum of Art United Community Bank announced today it will return as the 2017 presenting sponsor of the Antiques, Fine Art & Design…
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Crawford Strategy promotes employees in Account Services and Operations
May 10, 2017
Crawford Strategy, a full-service agency committed to providing strategic and creative communications solutions to a wide variety of organizations, has promoted Anna Simmons to Account Executive and Jaqueline Vaughn to…
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Wells Fargo raises walls of Habitat Home
May 10, 2017
On Friday, Habitat for Humanity of Greenville County and corporate partner Wells Fargo raised the walls of the latest home to be built in Habitat’s Grace Point community. The home…
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LS3P welcomes Thomas Hofmann
May 10, 2017
LS3P welcomes Thomas Hofmann, who joins the firm’s Columbia office as a project architect. Hofmann’s previous professional experience includes designs for K-12 education, healthcare, civic, commercial, hospitality, and retail clients…
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Lexington One HOSA students shine
May 10, 2017Showing they possess the talent and knowledge needed as future medical professionals, students from four Lexington District One high schools took first-place awards in categories ranging from pathophysiology to biomedical…
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NAI Avant closes ±83,277 square foot investment sale
May 10, 2017
NAI Avant senior brokers Dail Longaker and Gerald Steele recently represented the owners of the Seven Oaks Shopping Center in the sale of the ±83,277 square foot retail center located…
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LS3P welcomes Jason Likas
May 10, 2017
LS3P welcomes Senior Associate Jason Likas, AIA, NCARB, LEED AP, who returns to the firm’s Columbia office as a project manager. Likas, who works extensively in the K-12 education sector,…
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School communications leaders named to SC/NSPRA executive board
May 10, 2017
The South Carolina Chapter of the National School Public Relations Association (SC/NSPRA), the largest statewide organization devoted to effective school communications, held its annual business meeting and awards program on…
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Columbia Children’s Shelter is under new leadership
May 10, 2017
Palmetto Place names Lawson Executive Director Palmetto Place Children’s Shelter announced Jill Lawson has been named the shelter’s next Executive Director. Lawson is filling the seat left vacant by former…
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Chernoff Newman Wins Nine Awards at the 2016 Mercury Awards
May 10, 2017
Chernoff Newman, an integrated marketing communications firm, won nine awards at the South Carolina Public Relations Society of America’s (SCPRSA) annual Mercury Awards. The awards recognize communication leaders and excellence…
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Trident Technical College to hold instructor job fair
May 9, 2017Trident Technical College’s Division of Continuing Education and Economic Development will host an instructor job fair 4:30-7 p.m., Thursday, May 18 on Main Campus, Bldg. 910, Rm. 123 (Continuing Education…
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LS3P welcomes Kate Early
May 9, 2017LS3P welcomed Kate Early, who joins the firm’s Charleston office as Office Manager. Early, who earned a Bachelor of Science in Scientific and Technical Communication from James Madison University and…
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LS3P welcomes Caty Cain
May 9, 2017LS3P welcomes Caty Cain, who joins the firm’s Charleston office as a Marketing Coordinator. Cain, who studied graphic design at Delaware College of Art & Design and earned a Bachelor…
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Two Rivers Business Park nearly sold out with four recent sales by NAI Avant
May 9, 2017NAI Avant announced that senior broker Thomas Boulware, CCIM, has sold four more units within Two Rivers Business Park at 1184-1190 Clements Ferry Road, on behalf of property owner, Maritime…
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Garvin Design Group brings home 2 Honor Awards from AIA South Carolina Gala
May 9, 2017
Garvin Design Group accepted 2 Honor Awards for Adaptive Reuse/Renovation at the 2017 AIA South Carolina’s annual Design Awards Gala in Charleston, SC. The City Market complex, located at 705,…
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Spoleto Festival USA announces full roster of bands for the Wells Fargo Festival Finale at Middleton Place on Sunday, June 11
May 8, 2017
Charleston-area acts Becca Leigh, She Returns From War, and Brave Baby will perform on the main stage at Spoleto Festival USA’s popular Wells Fargo Festival Finale on Sunday, June 11,…
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Charleston Animal Society recognized as flagship rescue organization in the United States
May 8, 2017
Maddie’s Fund®, a national family foundation, is awarding $360,000 in grants to Charleston Animal Society to share the charity’s leadership and programming that inspired No Kill Charleston and No Kill…
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41st Annual Edisto Natchez-Kusso Tribe Pow Wow
May 8, 2017Drum Circles, Edisto River Singers, Native American Dancers and Craftsmen Friday May 12th 6pm & Saturday May 13th 1pm Four Holes Indian Organization 1125 Ridge Rd. Ridgeville, SC 29472 43-817-7380 Admission and…
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Plan West Ashley community events scheduled May 8-13
May 8, 2017
Citizens are invited to stay connected with Plan West Ashley by attending community events at the Planning Studio May 8th through 12th and the Work-in-Progress & Feedback Session on May…
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South Carolina Federal hosts Adopt-a-Pet event & donation drive
May 8, 2017
South Carolina Federal Credit Union is going to the dogs (and cats)! We are pleased to team up with the Charleston Animal Society to find forever homes for pets in…
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City of Charleston seeks input on height district updates
May 8, 2017
An ordinance has been given first reading by Charleston City Council to update the height district zoning for the peninsula area. The proposed changes convert most of the existing height…
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City Police, Parks Departments inspect Denmark Vesey Statue; Caulking repairs to begin tomorrow
May 8, 2017
Today, City of Charleston spokesman Jack O’Toole released the following statement with regard to reports of vandalism involving the statue of Denmark Vesey in Charleston’s Hampton Park: “In response to…
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Spartanburg Water celebrates Drinking Water Week
May 8, 2017
Spartanburg Water, the American Water Works Association (AWWA) and water professionals across North America kicked off Drinking Water Week with the theme “Your Water – To Know it is to…
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Telamon SC sponsors Stand Down for homeless veterans
May 8, 2017
Telamon Corporation’s Homeless Veterans’ Reintegration Program is sponsoring a Stand Down event for homeless veterans on Friday May 19, 2017 from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. The event will be…
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Indie Grits Visiones attracts thousands for groundbreaking programming
May 8, 2017
Indie Grits, the Southeast’s premier film and culture festival for DIY media-makers hosted by the Nickelodeon Theatre, took place April 20-23, 2017. This year’s festival, with a theme of Visiones,…
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Richland Library Ballentine set to close & relocate
May 8, 2017
While many of you may be spring cleaning at home, Richland Library Ballentine is cleaning and packing in preparation of a big change. The location is scheduled to close 6…
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Columbia is a flagship city for nation-wide Life is a Cycle bike event
May 8, 2017
What: Life is a Cycle is a group bike ride that teaches you where to bike commute, and the need-to-know essentials of biking for transportation. Who: This event is open…
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McMaster, Clark to receive honorary degrees
May 8, 2017
ORANGEBURG, SC – The SC State University Board of Trustees unanimously approved to award honorary degrees to South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster and President James E. Clark during a called…
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Top Grossing Movies – May 8
May 8, 2017
Theatrical grosses from comScore Week of 05/05/2017 to 05/11/2017 Rank Title Rating Distributor Weeks Weekend Locs Weekend Gross Cumulative 1 Guardians Of The Galaxy Vol. 2 PG13 Disney 1 4,347…
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Top Grossing Movies – May 8
May 8, 2017
Theatrical grosses from comScore Week of 05/05/2017 to 05/11/2017 Rank Title Rating Distributor Weeks Weekend Locs Weekend Gross Cumulative 1 Guardians Of The Galaxy Vol. 2 PG13 Disney 1 4,347…
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More than 2,500 degrees, diplomas, and certificates awarded at Midlands Technical College commencement
May 8, 2017MTC awarded honorary associate degrees in humane letters to friends of the college Lou Kennedy and Solomon Jackson Midlands Technical College (MTC) awarded more than 2,500 degrees, diplomas, and…
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New museum exhibit chronicles Fort Jackson’s 100-year history
May 8, 2017Last month our nation commemorated its entry into the First World War, so there is no better time for a new Fort Jackson exhibit at the South Carolina Confederate Relic…
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Two Richland One schools ranked among America’s Most Challenging High Schools
May 8, 2017
Richland One’s A.C. Flora and Dreher high schools have been named by the Washington Post as two of America’s Most Challenging High Schools. Among the 11 South Carolina high schools…
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S.C. State Fair names 2017 scholarship recipients
May 8, 2017
The South Carolina State Fair has named its Ride of Your Life Scholarship recipients for 2017. The fair annually awards 50 scholarships to South Carolina high school students planning…
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The Capital Corporation advises SolBright Renewable Energy, LLC on its sale to Arkados Group, Inc.
May 8, 2017Transaction: The Capital Corporation is pleased to announce the sale of SolBright Renewable Energy (“SolBright”, headquartered in Charleston, South Carolina) to Arkados Group (“Arkados”, headquartered in Newark, New Jersey). SolBright…
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Berkshire Hathaway Homeservices C. Dan Joyner, Realtors announces top producers for April
May 8, 2017
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS® announces the top producers from each of its residential sales offices for the month of April. These agents and teams earned the highest…
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United Community Bank recognized for highest customer satisfaction in Southeast by J.D. Power
May 8, 2017
United receives award for fourth consecutive year United Community Bank has been recognized for the highest customer satisfaction score in the Southeast by the J.D. Power 2017 U.S. Retail Banking…
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Opening Next Week: Mound by Osamu Kobayashi
May 8, 2017
Exhibition Dates: May 18 – July 2, 2017 Artist’s Reception: Thursday, May 18, 2017 from 7 – 9 pm Reception Admission: members, free; non-members, $5 suggested donation Gallery Talk: Sunday,…
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Questis enters joint business relationship with Alliance Pension Consultants for digital financial wellness
May 8, 2017Questis announced today that it has entered a joint business relationship with Alliance Pension Consultants (APC), a retirement plan consulting, record keeping, and third party administration firm, to offer Questis’…
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The Capital Corporation advises SolBright Renewable Energy, LLC on its sale to Arkados Group, Inc.
May 8, 2017Transaction: The Capital Corporation is pleased to announce the sale of SolBright Renewable Energy (“SolBright”, headquartered in Charleston, South Carolina) to Arkados Group (“Arkados”, headquartered in Newark, New Jersey). SolBright…
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Security Federal Corporation announces cash dividend
May 8, 2017
Security Federal Corporation (OTCBB:SFDL), parent company of Security Federal Bank, announced that a quarterly dividend of $ .09 per share will be paid on or about June 15, 2017 to…
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Retaining Top Talent with an Effective Employee Training Program
May 8, 2017
By Matt Vaadi Retaining top talent at a small business can be a very challenging feat. Every day on LinkedIn, your “A” players are being hounded by recruiters offering…
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The Charleston Retail Market is Changing Along with the Times
May 8, 2017Fueled by job growth, consumer spending and tourism, Charleston continues to be on fire in 2017, earning one accolade after the other. Following the significant recognition by Travel + Leisure…
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Local Edward Jones team participates in advanced training
May 8, 2017Tina Warner and David Wallace David Wallace, a financial advisor with the financial services firm Edward Jones in St. Andrews / Irmo community, and Tina Warner, a branch office…
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Richland County Council kicks off discussions of first Biennium Budget
May 8, 2017
Richland County Council this week kicked off discussions on its first proposed two-year budget, which sets forth a $1.7 billion spending plan to improve government services at no additional costs…
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Providence Health Awards Lakesha N. Williams The Preston Jones Scholarship
May 8, 2017Providence Health announced Lakesha N. Williams as its 2017 Dr. Preston A. Jones Memorial Scholarship recipient at a ceremony last week. . Left to Right: Scott Campbell, Market CEO Providence…
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Online survey will help county identify housing needs
May 8, 2017
An online survey is now available for residents that will help Richland County identify what housing issues matter most in different communities and neighborhoods. Input garnered from both the online…
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