McNair welcomes LaTesha Blair as Director of IT
January 17, 2017
McNair announced LaTesha Blair as its Director of Information Technology. LaTesha rejoins the firm after having previously worked as the firm’s Technical Services Manager from 2006 to 2012, and most…
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Columbia Ranks First in South Carolina in Livability in EngenuitySC’s Third Annual Midlands Regional Competitiveness Report
January 17, 2017Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin and USC President Dr. Harris Pastides Announce Results of EngenuitySC’s 2016 Midlands Regional Competitiveness Report; Midlands Business Leadership Group Makes Related Announcement The Columbia metropolitan statistical…
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Local orthodontist dispels myths and reveals how a smile can change lives in new book
January 17, 2017Unleash the transformational power of your smile New book dispels myths about orthodontics & reveals how a smile can change lives COLUMBIA, S.C. – A smile seems like such a…
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Hill Construction Company completes Columbia’s newest premier event facility
January 17, 2017Construction is complete on StoneBridge Gardens and Events, Columbia’s newest premier event facility. Centrally located in the St. Andrews area on a quiet piece of land away from the hustle and…
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Mary Braaten joins Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage in Sumter
January 17, 2017
Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage announced that Mary Braaten, an experienced real estate professional, has affiliated a sales associate with its Sumter branch office. According to Mary, “I look forward to…
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Columbia Ranks First in South Carolina in Livability in EngenuitySC’s Third Annual Midlands Regional Competitiveness Report
January 17, 2017
Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin and USC President Dr. Harris Pastides Announce Results of EngenuitySC’s 2016 Midlands Regional Competitiveness Report; Midlands Business Leadership Group Makes Related Announcement The Columbia metropolitan statistical…
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Hill Construction Company completes Columbia’s newest premier event facility
January 17, 2017
Construction is complete on StoneBridge Gardens and Events, Columbia’s newest premier event facility. Centrally located in the St. Andrews area on a quiet piece of land away from the hustle and…
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Law enforcement agencies, local church join hands for Operation Clean Slate
January 17, 2017
By W. Thomas Smith Jr. The Richland County Sheriff’s Dept. (RCSD) in partnership with the City of Columbia Police Dept. and the Greater St. Luke Baptist Church is again…
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NAI Avant facilitates ±3,956 square foot office lease renewal on Sunset Boulevard in West Columbia
January 17, 2017
NAI Avant senior brokers Roger Winn, SIOR and Nick Stomski, SIOR recently represented the landlord, AREI (CBP), LLC in the lease renewal at 3223 Sunset Boulevard in West Columbia. Located…
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Local orthodontist dispels myths and reveals how a smile can change lives in new book
January 17, 2017
Unleash the transformational power of your smile New book dispels myths about orthodontics & reveals how a smile can change lives COLUMBIA, S.C. – A smile seems like such a…
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Jasper Project to produce new play by South Carolina native Randall David Cook as first in Play Right Series
January 16, 2017
The Jasper Project kicks off its new theatre project, The Play Right Series, with the world premiere of the play, Sharks and Other Lovers, by Columbia native Randall David Cook.…
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Teacher Shortage Concerns Continue To Grow
January 16, 2017
According to results from the Center for Educator Recruitment, Retention, and Advancement’s (CERRA’s) Fall 2016 Supply and Demand Survey, more teachers are leaving their classrooms each year. Nearly 6,500 public…
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Teacher Shortage Concerns Continue To Grow
January 16, 2017
According to results from the Center for Educator Recruitment, Retention, and Advancement’s (CERRA’s) Fall 2016 Supply and Demand Survey, more teachers are leaving their classrooms each year. Nearly 6,500 public…
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South Carolina REALTORS® release December market reports
January 16, 2017
South Carolina REALTORS® (SCR) today released its December housing market data indicating that the inventory trend continued through the year’s final month of the last quarter. Other continuing trends in year-over-year comparisons include…
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Waste pesticide collection date scheduled
January 16, 2017
The South Carolina Department of Agriculture is offering South Carolina residents the opportunity to safely dispose of outdated, unusable or unwanted pesticides. The pesticide and chemical program is open to…
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Carbon conversions announces milestone certification
January 16, 2017
Manufacturer of reclaimed carbon fiber obtains ISO 9001:2015 certification Carbon Conversions, Inc., a leading manufacturer of reclaimed carbon fiber, announced that the company has received ISO 9001:2015 certification, which is…
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Carbon conversions announces milestone certification
January 16, 2017
Manufacturer of reclaimed carbon fiber obtains ISO 9001:2015 certification Carbon Conversions, Inc., a leading manufacturer of reclaimed carbon fiber, announced that the company has received ISO 9001:2015 certification, which is…
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Scott and Company promotes Piper to senior manager
January 16, 2017
Scott and Company LLC, announced that Meredith Piper has been promoted to senior manager in the firm’s Assurance and Advisory Services department. “We are delighted to see Meredith reach this…
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Thomas Beard joins Colliers International’s industrial team
January 16, 2017
Colliers International South Carolina announced the addition of Thomas Beard as a Brokerage Associate. Beard will join the Colliers industrial team of Chuck Salley, SIOR, Dave Mathews, SIOR and Sam…
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Founders Federal Credit Union is coming to Killian’s Crossing shopping center
January 16, 2017
Credit union to join Kroger Marketplace, Chick-fil-A and others at popular Northeast Columbia center Another retailer has committed to Killian’s Crossing, a Kroger Marketplace-anchored lifestyle center located at the intersection…
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LS3P welcomes new interior designer
January 16, 2017LS3P welcomed Paul Domlyn, Associate IIDA, LEED AP, who joins the firm as an Interior Designer in the Columbia office. Domlyn, who earned a Bachelor of Science in Interior Design…
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Richland County Sheriff’s Dept. officer receives prestigious service award
January 16, 2017Maj. Stephany Snowden recognized during ceremony honoring the late Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. By W. Thomas Smith, Jr. Major Stephany Snowden, Richland County Sheriff’s Dept. (RCSD), received the “Dr.…
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Complete Public Relations honored with AVA Digital Gold Award
January 16, 2017
Complete Public Relations’ website earned a gold award from AVA Digital. AVA Digital Awards is an international competition that recognizes excellence by creative professionals responsible for the planning, concept, direction,…
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Southeastern Freight Lines promotes Michael Owings to director of corporate planning
January 16, 2017
Southeastern Freight Lines, the leading provider of regional less-than-truckload (LTL) transportation services, announced Michael Owings has been promoted to director of corporate planning. Owings has served as assistant director within…
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NAI Avant closes ±314 acre land sale in Ridgeway, SC
January 16, 2017NAI Avant announced the sale of ±314 acres of land off Smallwood Road in Ridgeway, SC. Senior brokers Tom and Tombo Milliken represented the seller, Davega Company, Inc. in the…
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Richland County Sheriff’s Dept. officer receives prestigious service award
January 16, 2017
Maj. Stephany Snowden recognized during ceremony honoring the late Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. By W. Thomas Smith, Jr. Major Stephany Snowden, Richland County Sheriff’s Dept. (RCSD), received the “Dr.…
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NAI Avant closes ±314 acre land sale in Ridgeway, SC
January 16, 2017
NAI Avant announced the sale of ±314 acres of land off Smallwood Road in Ridgeway, SC. Senior brokers Tom and Tombo Milliken represented the seller, Davega Company, Inc. in the…
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LS3P welcomes new interior designer
January 16, 2017
LS3P welcomed Paul Domlyn, Associate IIDA, LEED AP, who joins the firm as an Interior Designer in the Columbia office. Domlyn, who earned a Bachelor of Science in Interior Design…
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Tom Lawrence named Dean of Arts and Sciences division
January 15, 2017
PENDLETON, SC – Tom Lawrence spent the last five years as instructor and an administrator in the Business and Public Services Division (BPS) at Tri-County Technical College. This semester he…
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Columbia City Ballet presents Swan Lake with full S.C. Philharmonic Orchestra
January 14, 2017
A Historic Event for Two Nights Only Graceful swans, a dashing prince and a moonlit lake become immersed in the world of breathtaking beauty with Columbia City Ballet’s adaptation of…
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Trailblaze Challenge offers life-changing experience for outdoor enthusiasts
January 14, 2017
Take on a new challenge this year and make a life-changing impact on South Carolina kids with life-threatening medical conditions. Join the Trailblaze Challenge, an endurance event like no other!…
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Gov. Nikki Haley issues Proclamation recognizing Clemson University Football
January 13, 2017
Proclamation Designates Saturday As “Clemson Tigers National Football Champions Day” Governor Nikki Haley has issued a proclamation recognizing the Clemson University Tigers for winning the 2017 College Football Playoff National Championship.…
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Gov. Nikki Haley issues Proclamation recognizing Clemson University Football
January 13, 2017
Proclamation Designates Saturday As “Clemson Tigers National Football Champions Day” Governor Nikki Haley has issued a proclamation recognizing the Clemson University Tigers for winning the 2017 College Football Playoff National Championship.…
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Trailblaze Challenge offers life-changing experience for outdoor enthusiasts
January 13, 2017Take on a new challenge this year and make a life-changing impact on South Carolina kids with life-threatening medical conditions. Join the Trailblaze Challenge, an endurance event like no other!…
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Lower Richland Fire Station to be fully staffed, provide quicker response
January 13, 2017
Residents of Lower Richland can expect first responders to be on the scene of emergencies faster than ever, now that a grant has paid for a local station to be…
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Colliers Report: Silicon Harbor – The Port of Call for the 21st Century
January 13, 2017
Research & Forecast Report; Q4-2016 CHARLESTON | OFFICE Key Takeaways Silicon Harbor is rapidly expanding. Employers are creating more open, flexible and dense floorplans. To download the complete report: Q4 2016…
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CBRE Report: Holiday E-Commerce Returns Could Reach $29 Billion
January 13, 2017Sales beget returns, but e-commerce sales more so. Based on that fact, CBRE Group, Inc., has released a report outlining the methods that retailers use to handle returns of e-commerce…
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City Year receives $2 million Youth Mentoring Grant from U.S. Department of Justice
January 13, 2017Two-Year, Multistate Award Enables City Year to Support Students in Eight Cities A $2 million youth mentoring grant from the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has been awarded to City…
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Cohn Construction Services launches a new website
January 13, 2017Newly Designed Website Provides Better Insight into Cohn’s Professional Capabilities Cohn Construction announces the relaunch of its website. The newly redesigned website offers quick and easy access to recent featured…
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864Living podcast launches in Upstate
January 13, 2017
Upstate residents looking to make their lives easier have a new resource in the form of 864Living, a weekly podcast that shares the best kept secrets and lesser known resources…
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Old Cigar Warehouse wins WeddingWire Award for the third year in a row
January 13, 2017
WeddingWire has named The Old Cigar Warehouse as a Couple’s Choice Award Winner for Ceremony and Reception Space in South Carolina for the third year in a row. It comes…
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Palmetto Health elects its first female board chairperson Beverly D. Chrisman
January 13, 2017
The Palmetto Health Board of Directors has elected its 2017 board officers including its first female board chairperson, Beverly D. Chrisman. Chrisman is a founding member of Palmetto Health Board…
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Amazon to create more than 100,000 new, full-time, full-benefit jobs across the U.S. over the next 18 months
January 13, 2017
Already one of the country’s biggest employers, Amazon plans to grow its full-time U.S.-based workforce from 180,000 in 2016 to over 280,000 by mid-2018 Over 9,000 employees have now participated…
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Public hearing Tuesday, Jan. 17, in Chapin concerning the Columbia Avenue Corridor Improvement Project
January 13, 2017
The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) has scheduled a public hearing Tuesday, Jan. 17, 2017, in Chapin concerning the S-48 (Columbia Avenue) Corridor Improvement Project. The hearing will be…
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FirstEnergy receives industry recognition for assisting utilities in Florida and South Carolina following Hurricane Matthew
January 13, 2017
Company Also Honored for Restoration Efforts of Its Own Customers in West Virginia After Severe Flooding Last Summer For the 11th consecutive year, FirstEnergy Corp. has earned recognition for its…
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FirstEnergy receives industry recognition for assisting utilities in Florida and South Carolina following Hurricane Matthew
January 13, 2017
Company Also Honored for Restoration Efforts of Its Own Customers in West Virginia After Severe Flooding Last Summer For the 11th consecutive year, FirstEnergy Corp. has earned recognition for its…
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City Year receives $2 million Youth Mentoring Grant from U.S. Department of Justice
January 13, 2017
Two-Year, Multistate Award Enables City Year to Support Students in Eight Cities A $2 million youth mentoring grant from the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has been awarded to City…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: education, on-the-move
Cohn Construction Services launches a new website
January 13, 2017
Newly Designed Website Provides Better Insight into Cohn’s Professional Capabilities Cohn Construction announces the relaunch of its website. The newly redesigned website offers quick and easy access to recent featured…
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Midlands Technical College names 2016-2017 top Adjunct Faculty
January 12, 2017
Midlands Technical College (MTC) kicked off its spring semester by honoring its Adjunct Faculty of the Year for 2016-2017. Adjunct faculty are hired by colleges on a contractual, part-time basis…
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Southeastern Freight Lines promotes Michael Owings to Director of Corporate Planning
January 12, 2017
Southeastern Freight Lines, the leading provider of regional less-than-truckload (LTL) transportation services, today announced Michael Owings has been promoted to director of corporate planning. Owings has served as assistant director…
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