Strong start for 2017 South Carolina real estate market
February 15, 2017
South Carolina REALTORS® (SCR) released its January housing market data indicating a strong start to the New Year. Closed sales are at 4,660 — the highest it has been since…
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100% fiber network powered by AT&T Fiber now available in Columbia area
February 15, 2017
Ultra-Fast Internet Speeds Available to Homes, Apartments and Small Business Locations in Parts of Columbia Area AT&T1 is now offering a 1 gigabit connection2 on our 100% fiber network powered…
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SC Power Team commits $30 million to create market-ready sites
February 15, 2017
In 2014, the SC Power Team Board of Trustees adopted a five-year strategic blueprint which included a commitment of $30 million to create market-ready sites through a partnership with the…
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SC Power Team commits $30 million to create market-ready sites
February 15, 2017
In 2014, the SC Power Team Board of Trustees adopted a five-year strategic blueprint which included a commitment of $30 million to create market-ready sites through a partnership with the…
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Cory Manning selected for Riley Institute Diversity Leaders Initiative
February 15, 2017
Cory Manning, a partner in Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP’s Columbia office, is one of 44 leaders from across the Midlands and surrounding areas selected to participate in the…
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Scott Kirby celebrates Americana in multimedia performance
February 15, 2017Friday, February 24 | Doors at 6:30 p.m. | Performance at 7:00 p.m. WHAT: Program: Baker & Baker presents Main Street Souvenirs with Scott Kirby Pianist, composer, and visual artist…
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SURVEY: Post-election small business optimism sustained in January
February 15, 2017
Small business optimism rose again in January to its highest level since December 2004, suggesting that the post-election surge has staying power, according to the monthly National Federation of Independent…
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SURVEY: Post-election small business optimism sustained in January
February 15, 2017
Small business optimism rose again in January to its highest level since December 2004, suggesting that the post-election surge has staying power, according to the monthly National Federation of Independent…
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Engineered Systems dedicates Habitat for Humanity home
February 15, 2017On Wednesday, Habitat for Humanity of Greenville County dedicated the Wilson family home with their newest build partner, Engineered Systems. As a Greenville-based company with a regional footprint, Engineered Systems…
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Charleston Bike Share hires Megan McNamara
February 15, 2017The Charleston Bike Share Program has hired Charleston native, Megan McNamara as General Manager. Megan has worked in a variety of environments in the downtown community, including hospitality, editorial work…
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Navy releases new research into civil war sub with historic ties to South Carolina
February 15, 2017
From Naval History and Heritage Command, Communication and Outreach Division Just ahead of the 153rd anniversary of the loss of civil war submarine H.L. Hunley, the Naval History and Heritage…
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FirstString research wins Tibbetts award from US Small Business Administration
February 15, 2017The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) awarded the Tibbetts Award to FirstString Research at a ceremony in the White House on Jan. 10. The Tibbetts Award honors Small Business Innovation…
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SC Food Bank Association passes 2 million meal mark in response to Hurricane Matthew
February 15, 2017
The SC Food Bank Association hit a large milestone in their response to Hurricane Matthew. On February 15, 2017, they passed the two million mark in meals provided in response…
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Woodrow “Woody” W. Willard, Jr. of Spartanburg begins term as new Chairman of the SCDOT Commission
February 15, 2017
Woodrow “Woody” W. Willard Jr. of Spartanburg will lead his first South Carolina Department of Transportation Commission meeting on Feb. 16 in Columbia since being elected Chairman of the Commission.…
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Woodrow “Woody” W. Willard, Jr. of Spartanburg begins term as new Chairman of the SCDOT Commission
February 15, 2017
Woodrow “Woody” W. Willard Jr. of Spartanburg will lead his first South Carolina Department of Transportation Commission meeting on Feb. 16 in Columbia since being elected Chairman of the Commission.…
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Councilman’s annual update, free movie showing among upcoming county events
February 15, 2017
Several community events are taking place in the coming weeks, including a Councilman’s annual public address and an African American History Month celebration. For a list of all upcoming Richland…
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Scott and Company welcomes new staff accountant
February 15, 2017
Scott and Company LLC is pleased to announce the addition of Tyler Deese to their professional team. Deese joins the firm as a staff accountant in their assurance and advisory…
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State of South Carolina posts strong year in industry recruitment and international trade
February 15, 2017
State recruited more than 13,100 new jobs, while exporters achieved seventh consecutive record year in 2016 The S.C. Department of Commerce today released its 2016 industry recruitment and international trade…
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State of South Carolina posts strong year in industry recruitment and international trade
February 15, 2017
State recruited more than 13,100 new jobs, while exporters achieved seventh consecutive record year in 2016 The S.C. Department of Commerce today released its 2016 industry recruitment and international trade…
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Doing the Right Thing, The Right Way, The First Time
February 15, 2017Corporate Vision Magazine invited CEO of the Year 2017 – South Carolina In the Office Technology Space’ John Eckstrom to Speak about Carolina Business Equipment’s successes and what he believes…
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New hires at DOM360 in Greenville
February 15, 2017GREENVILLE, SC – In light of new growth, DOM360 adds a new Director of Business Development and Client Services and Teresa Thomas returns as VP of Administrative Services to strengthen…
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Belser & Belser,PA to relocate to historic Vista property
February 15, 2017Peyton Bryant of NAI Avant to Market Space for Lease NAI Avant announced that Belser & Belser, PA is relocating to the historic property located at 1325 Park Street in…
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Southeast emerges as economic powerhouse
February 15, 2017CBRE 2017 Southeast U.S. Real Estate Market Outlook Measures Regional Impact Due to rapid growth, the Southeast is emerging as an economic powerhouse with a diversifying base. With two international…
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Centennial Red Cross Clara Barton Society Campaign launched in Lowcountry
February 15, 2017The American Red Cross announces the launch of the Clara Barton Society Campaign celebrating the Red Cross’s 100th year in the Lowcountry. The Clara Barton Society Campaign is the organization’s…
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Charleston one of fastest growing U.S. markets
February 15, 2017The Charleston market is establishing itself as one of the fastest growing markets in the Southeast and nation. The growth is fueled by Charleston’s ability to attract new labor to…
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Tremendous growth continues in Charleston’s suburban submarkets for both office and industrial sectors
February 15, 2017CBRE Research has released the Q4 2016 data on the industrial and office commercial real estate markets in Charleston. Vacancy has risen significantly in the last four quarters in the…
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CycleBar studio to open in Mt. Pleasant on March 23
February 15, 2017CycleBar Towne Centre, a new concept in premium indoor cycling that offers a high energy workout in a concert-like atmosphere will open on March 23 at 1601 Palmetto Grande Dr.,…
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Absorption levels end strong in Greenville-Spartanburg industrial & office markets in 2016
February 15, 2017
CBRE Research has released the Q4 2016 data on the industrial and office commercial real estate markets in Greenville-Spartanburg. With total market absorption of over 6.4 million square feet in…
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Belser & Belser,PA to relocate to historic Vista property
February 15, 2017
Peyton Bryant of NAI Avant to Market Space for Lease NAI Avant announced that Belser & Belser, PA is relocating to the historic property located at 1325 Park Street in…
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Doing the Right Thing, The Right Way, The First Time
February 15, 2017
Corporate Vision Magazine invited CEO of the Year 2017 – South Carolina In the Office Technology Space’ John Eckstrom to Speak about Carolina Business Equipment’s successes and what he believes…
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John Templeton Foundation awards $230K grant to Furman philosophy professor Epright and Furman psychology graduate Harden
February 14, 2017A $231,000 grant from the John Templeton Foundation has been awarded to Furman University philosophy professor Carmela Epright, and 2003 Furman psychology graduate Paige Harden, now an associate professor of…
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Get “Wild in the Kitchen” at the Southeastern Wildlife Expo
February 14, 2017
The South Carolina Department of Agriculture is teaming up with the Southeastern Wildlife Exposition (SEWE) to get “Wild in the Kitchen” during the nation’s largest wildlife art and nature event…
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Get “Wild in the Kitchen” at the Southeastern Wildlife Expo
February 14, 2017
The South Carolina Department of Agriculture is teaming up with the Southeastern Wildlife Exposition (SEWE) to get “Wild in the Kitchen” during the nation’s largest wildlife art and nature event…
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South Carolina Ag + Art Tour accepting farm tour sites for 2017 tour
February 14, 2017
The South Carolina Ag + Art Tour is currently seeking farms to participate in the nation’s largest free farm tour to take place in June 2017. This free, self-guided tour…
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South Carolina Ag + Art Tour accepting farm tour sites for 2017 tour
February 14, 2017
The South Carolina Ag + Art Tour is currently seeking farms to participate in the nation’s largest free farm tour to take place in June 2017. This free, self-guided tour…
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The Brandon Agency takes home “Best in Show” at American Advertising Federation Annual Awards Gala
February 14, 2017
The Brandon Agency, the only accredited brand strategy agency in the Carolinas, was honored at the 2017 American Advertising Federation Annual Awards Gala held in Myrtle Beach, on Feb. 11,…
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The Brandon Agency takes home “Best in Show” at American Advertising Federation Annual Awards Gala
February 14, 2017
The Brandon Agency, the only accredited brand strategy agency in the Carolinas, was honored at the 2017 American Advertising Federation Annual Awards Gala held in Myrtle Beach, on Feb. 11,…
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Avison Young Lease Extension | 8410 Rivers Avenue
February 14, 2017
Avison Young commercial real estate is pleased to announce that Vitré Ravenel Stephens represented Fifty-Two Associates in the lease extension of 1,250 sf Retail space located at 8410 Rivers Avenue…
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Avison Young Office Lease | 607 Pendleton Street
February 14, 2017
Avison Young commercial real estate is pleased to announce that Tabitha Cooper and Rob Howell, MBA represented Thomerson & Freeman P.C. in the leasing of 2,800 sf of office space…
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Avison Young Office Lease | 3 Broad Street
February 14, 2017
Avison Young commercial real estate is pleased to announce that Jeremy Willits and Gerry Schauer, CCIM represented the landlord, Three Broad Inc., in the lease of a 600 sf office…
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Sencorables LLC expanding its Greenville County operations
February 14, 2017
Technology Firm Investing $3.5 Million In New Equipment Sencorables LLC, a developer of diversified IoT (Internet of Things) products, today announced its plans for an expansion of its Greenville County…
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Sencorables LLC Expanding Its Greenville County Operations
February 14, 2017
Technology Firm Investing $3.5 Million In New Equipment Sencorables LLC, a developer of diversified IoT (Internet of Things) products, today announced its plans for an expansion of its Greenville County…
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CBRE: Southeast emerges as economic powerhouse
February 14, 2017
CBRE 2017 Southeast U.S. Real Estate Market Outlook Measures Regional Impact Due to rapid growth, the Southeast is emerging as an economic powerhouse with a diversifying base. With two international…
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New sales manager at Liquid Catering
February 14, 2017
Liquid Catering has named Arica Foley as its Sales Manager. Originally from the Washington D.C. area, Foley brings 15 years of hospitality industry experience. Prior to her current role, she…
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The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society announces Robert “Rob” R. Smith II as candidate for Man of the Year
February 14, 2017The Midlands Chapter of The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) is pleased to announce that Robert “Rob” R. Smith II has been nominated as a candidate for LLS’s 2017 Man…
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The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society announces John Stackhouse as candidate for Man of the Year
February 14, 2017John Stackhouse will Join Local Leaders to Compete for the Title of Man of the Year The Midlands Chapter of The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) announced that John Stackhouse…
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The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society announces Pamela Brubaker as candidate for Woman of the Year
February 14, 2017Pamela Brubaker will Join Local Leaders to Compete for the Title of Woman of the Year The Midlands Chapter of The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) announced that Pamela Brubaker…
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The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society announces Ernie Yarborough as candidate for Man of the Year
February 14, 2017Ernie Yarborough will Join Local Leaders to Compete for the Title of Man of the Year The Midlands Chapter of The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) announced that Ernie Yarborough…
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Long term trends positive for Columbia market
February 14, 2017A strong governmental presence and the University of South Carolina help to foster economic activity and innovation in Columbia. Strategically positioned between two of the fastest-growing ports in the nation,…
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Breanna Watters joins Cohn Construction as an accounting associate
February 14, 2017Cohn Construction announced Breanna Watters as their new accounting associate. Within this role, Breanna will provide assistance to the Accounting Manager and the Vice President of Operations within the accounting…
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