Google announces new $9B investment in South Carolina through 2027
October 16, 2025Funding supports Cloud and artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure, as well as workforce development programs On October 13, Google announced a new, two-year $9 billion investment in South Carolina (2026-2027). Google’s…
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Airport coalition holds informational session for small business owners
October 16, 2025
The South Carolina Airports Coalition hosted, on Wednesday, October 15, 2025, its 2025 Fly-In for Small Business Enterprises, Disadvantaged Business Enterprises, Women-owned, and Veteran-owned businesses. The event took place at…
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Charleston construction leaders celebrate record success of Hard Hats with Heart campaign
October 16, 2025
More than 50 companies participated, helping raise over $260,000 for heart health The American Heart Association, a relentless force changing the future of health for everyone, everywhere, proudly celebrates the success…
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SCETV highlights coastal flooding in new episode of “IMPACT South Carolina” and live taping of “Palmetto Perspectives”
October 16, 2025
South Carolina ETV (SCETV) announced the premiere of a new episode of IMPACT South Carolina as well as an opportunity for the public to attend a live taping of Palmetto Perspectives on Oct.…
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The Dejected, Rejected Playwright
October 15, 2025
By Tom Poland May 2011. Jennifer’s email cut to the chase “We want you to write a play for Georgia’s Official Folk Life Play, Swamp Gravy.” “Me, write a…
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Afaxys healthcare company announces Christian Bloomgren as new President, CEO
October 15, 2025
Afaxys, Inc., a Public Benefit Corporation and first-of-its kind socially conscious healthcare company focused on serving public health professionals and their patients, announced the retirement of Ronda Dean, Chief Executive…
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SC Chamber, SCMA announce merger during statehouse celebration
October 14, 2025
The South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance (SCMA) and the South Carolina Chamber of Commerce announced, on October 14, 2025, the formation of a new advocacy organization, formally combining entities, resources and…
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The 36th annual Holiday Festival of Lights will open on November 14 at James Island County Park
October 14, 2025
Let your heart be light – this year’s Holiday Festival of Lights is almost here! James Island County Park’s beloved light show opens on Nov. 14, and will remain open…
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Santee Cooper has announced the 2025–2026 ENVOY class
October 14, 2025
Santee Cooper has selected 13 participants for the 2025-2026 ENVOY class, an outreach and education program that offers a comprehensive, behind-the-scenes look at the organization’s operations and responsibilities across South…
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South Carolina among the US porch piracy hotspots, according to new study
October 14, 2025
Parcel theft has become a common cause of concern worldwide. Thieves steal online packages from doorsteps, especially around busy periods like Black Friday and the Holiday season. To discover trends…
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Board of Trustees adopts bylaws to establish the CCSD Education Foundation
October 14, 2025At a Special Called meeting on October 1, the Charleston County School District (CCSD) Board of Trustees unanimously voted to adopt the bylaws of the new Charleston County School District…
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CCSD’s Heather Studer has been selected for the Leadership Charleston Class of 2026
October 14, 2025
The Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce has announced the members of the Leadership Charleston Class of 2026, marking the 53rd year of the region’s premier leadership development program. Among the…
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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis invites teachers to register for “Dear Mr. Treasurer” classroom activity
October 14, 2025
Attention 3rd, 4th and 5th grade teachers! South Carolina State Treasurer Curtis Loftis is inviting teachers across the Palmetto State to take part in a fun and educational activity designed…
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Wentworth Mansion® unveils The Woodhouse Spa at Wentworth
October 14, 2025
A new luxury spa experience in Charleston’s most iconic historic hotel The iconic Wentworth Mansion®, celebrated as one of Charleston’s most distinguished historic hotels, has announced the opening of The…
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Select SCEDA members earn coveted statewide economic developer certification
October 14, 2025The South Carolina Economic Developers’ Association (SCEDA) announced that nine members have recently earned credentials as South Carolina Certified Economic Developers (SCCED). The newly certified statewide economic developers were recognized…
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Charleston County Coroner’s Office receives international reaccreditation, achieves 100 percent compliance with all standards
October 14, 2025
The Charleston County Coroner’s Office is proud to announce that it has been reaccredited by the International Association of Coroners & Medical Examiners (IACME), reaffirming that its operating policies, procedures, and practices…
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Lowcountry Land Trust honors late Sam Carlton with room dedication in new Center for Conservation
October 14, 2025
Celebrating the Legacy of Beloved Board Member and Forester with a Gathering Space for Connection, Collaboration, and Conservation Lowcountry Land Trust, a nonprofit committed to preserving Lowcountry landscapes and waterways…
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Southeastern Wildlife Exposition announces 44th annual showcase
October 13, 2025
SEWE will take place February 13-15, featuring animal demonstrations, acclaimed wildlife art, artisan exhibitors, outdoor experiences and more The Southeastern Wildlife Exposition (SEWE), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit celebrating wildlife and the…
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Astral Development’s plans progress to develop a mixed-use multi-family project at the intersections of Bull Street and Elmwood Avenue in Columbia, S.C.
October 13, 2025
Astral Development and Steady Capital’s plans progress to develop a 483,106 square-foot mixed-use multi-family project set to transform one of Columbia, South Carolina’s most visible downtown intersections at the corner…
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LawLens celebrates official public launch, surpasses 23,000 searches
October 10, 2025
LawLens, a South Carolina–based legal technology platform, announced its official public launch this October, reporting more than 23,000 searches since its initial rollout in January 2025. The platform is now…
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Keel expanding Charleston County operations
October 9, 2025
Keel, a defense manufacturer, is expanding its operations in Charleston County. The company’s $67 million investment will create 170 new jobs at Keel’s Yonges Island shipyard. Headquartered in Ladson, Keel…
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Southern Exposure—The Fly Swatter
October 9, 2025
By Tom Poland Grandmothers’ Weapon Of Choice The New Oxford American Dictionary defines “fly swatter” as “an implement used for swatting insects, typically a square of plastic mesh attached…
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Lowcountry Land Trust protects gateway to McClellanville
October 9, 2025
Scenic entrance, iconic live oaks, and new public green space protected for future generations Lowcountry Land Trust, a nonprofit committed to preserving Lowcountry landscapes and waterways for current and future…
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Colliers Report: South Carolina Retail Market Q2 2025
October 9, 2025
Colliers | South Carolina Market Report Retail market shows signs of easing after breakneck pace Market Highlights After several years of robust demand and consistently low vacancy, retail markets across…
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Colliers Report: Charleston Office Market Q3 2025
October 9, 2025
Colliers | South Carolina Market Report New-to-market demand resets top-end rates as rebound continues Market Highlights Charleston’s office market continues its steady recovery, led by strong demand for Class A…
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Charleston Legal Access Executive Director Lana Kleiman to step down after seven years of leadership
October 9, 2025
After seven years of dedicated service, Charleston Legal Access (CLA) Executive Director Lana Kleiman has announced she will step down in the coming months to spend time with family and…
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Charleston Promise Neighborhood welcomes Katie Hyslop as new Director of Development and Marketing
October 9, 2025
Charleston Promise Neighborhood (CPN) has announced the appointment of Katie Hyslop as its new Director of Development and Marketing. Hyslop brings nearly a decade of experience in strategy consulting, leadership,…
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Introducing Emelyn Talento, Land Trust Alliance Fellow
October 9, 2025
Lowcountry Land Trust introduces Emelyn Talento, Land Trust Alliance Fellow and Community Lands Associate. Emelyn joins the Lowcountry Land Trust team thanks to a year-long fellowship through the Land Trust…
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21 Liberty Fellowship graduates commit to increase impact & advance civil discourse
October 9, 2025The Liberty Fellowship Class of 2025 has completed a values-based 18-month leadership program and made a lifetime commitment to use their creativity, energy, and resources to tackle the most urgent…
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Sustain SC and the Shi Institute at Furman University welcome the 2026 class of SLI fellows
October 9, 2025
Sustain SC in partnership with The Shi Institute for Sustainable Communities at Furman University announced the 2026 class of the Sustainability Leadership Initiative (SLI). Now entering its fifth year, SLI…
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Autumn Leaves: an evening with Chad LB – Charleston Jazz Orchestra
October 9, 2025
Every once in a while, a performance comes along that reminds you why you fell in love with music in the first place. On Saturday, October 18, the Charleston Jazz Orchestra joins forces…
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City of Charleston hosts public engagement meeting on preliminary design ideas for WL Stephens Aquatic Center
October 9, 2025The City of Charleston will host a public engagement meeting to gather community feedback on design ideas for the WL Stephens Aquatic Center facility improvements. WHAT: Public meeting to share…
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Berkeley County to hold 2025 delinquent tax sale October 27
October 9, 2025
Registration opens October 9 Berkeley County will hold its annual Delinquent Tax Sale on Monday, October 27, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. inside the Azalea Ballroom at the Lowcountry Conference Center in…
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Charleston Housing Authority project at 275 Huger Street gains final approval
October 9, 2025The Charleston Housing Authority (CHA) has received final approval from the City of Charleston’s Board of Architectural Review (BAR) for the redevelopment of 275 Huger Street, advancing a key affordable…
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City of Charleston Recreation winter youth sports registration now open
October 9, 2025The City of Charleston is announcing that Winter Youth Sports registration is now open! Families can sign up their children for a variety of sports including flag football, basketball, soccer,…
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Flock and Rally’s CEO, Merritt McNeely, named as a 2025 Most Influential Leader
October 8, 2025
Flock and Rally, a women-owned, full-service communications and marketing agency based in Columbia, South Carolina, is celebrating two major recognitions: CEO Merritt McNeely has been named to the 2025 list…
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Pyramid Contracting’s Tana Lee selected for Leadership Charleston Class of 2026
October 8, 2025
Pyramid Contracting announced that Tana Lee, a key team member in our Lowcountry office, has been selected to join the Charleston Metro Chamber’s Leadership Charleston Class of 2026, a prestigious…
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SC Ports Authority appoints Mallace CEO
October 7, 2025
With a unanimous vote by its Board of Directors, the South Carolina State Ports Authority (SC Ports) announced Micah Mallace as President and CEO. Mallace assumes leadership of the port…
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SC REALTORS celebrate award winners, install 2026 incoming leadership
October 7, 2025
South Carolina REALTORS® (SCR) celebrated its 2025 award winners, and installation of officers at Wild Dunes in Isle of Palms in September. Approximately 300 Realtors from across the state attended…
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Charleston retains title of No. 1 small city in the U.S. in Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards
October 7, 2025
For the fourth consecutive year, and 14th time in the last 15 years, Charleston has been named the top city in the U.S. by Condé Nast Traveler readers. The Readers’ Choice Awards…
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SCRA announces new member companies and grant funding
October 7, 2025
Graided and SimXity AERO were accepted as South Carolina Research Authority Member Companies. Alita Technologies, Blotting Innovations, Lucie Medical, and Tiersphere received new grant funding. All SCRA Member Companies receive…
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MUSC Shawn Jenkins Children’s Hospital earns national recognition for six specialties in U.S. News & World Report’s Best Children’s Hospitals survey
October 7, 2025
The MUSC Shawn Jenkins Children’s Hospital (SJCH) remains South Carolina’s only children’s hospital to make U.S. News & World Report’s latest Best Children’s Hospitals rankings, and six specialties ranked in…
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Santee Cooper, Century sign agreement to power additional potline, create jobs in Mt. Holly
October 7, 2025
Santee Cooper and Century Aluminum have agreed to an extended service agreement to provide additional power to Century’s Mt. Holly aluminum smelter through 2031. The deal allows Century to reopen…
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2026 SC Nonprofit Summit: Woven Together
October 7, 2025
South Carolina’s largest gathering of nonprofit, philanthropic, and community leaders will return for the 2026 SC Nonprofit Summit. Presented by Together SC and cohosted by the United Way Association of…
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Call for submissions for The Message is Clear: a mentored photography exhibition at City Gallery
October 7, 2025
The City of Charleston’s Office of Cultural Affairs announces a Call for Submissions for The Message is Clear: A Mentored Photography Exhibition This unique opportunity pairs juried exhibition with mentorship from internationally acclaimed photographer…
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Dorchester County Board of Elections announces upcoming 2025 municipal general election and State House District 98 primary
October 7, 2025
The Dorchester County Board of Elections announces important dates and information for the upcoming Municipal General Election and State House District 98 Primary. Elections will include the State House District 98…
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MUSC Shawn Jenkins Children’s Hospital establishes nursing scholarship in honor of Darius Rucker’s mother, Carolyn G. Rucker
October 7, 2025
Portion of proceeds from ticket sales to October’s Riverfront Revival to fund the program, supporting the next generation of pediatric nurses In recognition of the lasting impact of a devoted…
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The ARK of SC receives $20,000 grant to upgrade critical technology operations infrastructure
October 7, 2025
The ARK of South Carolina, a nonprofit dedicated to supporting families affected by Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Dementia (ADRD), has received a $20,000 grant from the Medical Society of South…
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Trick, treat & trail family fun run and festival on Oct. 25
October 7, 2025
Get in the Halloween spirit with a fun-filled event for the whole family. Get ready for a spook-tacular time at the second annual Trick, Treat & Trail Family Fun Run and…
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South Carolina Public Radio premieres new audio drama series, Shortwave Kitsch Radio
October 7, 2025
South Carolina Public Radio (SC Public Radio) is pleased to announce the premiere of Shortwave Kitsch Radio, an original audio drama series that combines history with creative storytelling. The series will…
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