United Way of the Piedmont saves local families thousands of dollars through tax prep program
May 15, 2017Every year, United Way of the Piedmont volunteers prepare tax returns free of charge for low- to moderate-income working families in Spartanburg, Cherokee, and Union counties through Volunteer Income Tax…
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C. Tim Keagy recognized as first Twenty Year Legend for Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS
May 15, 2017
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announced that C. Tim Keagy has been awarded the Twenty Year Legend designation by Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices. This prestigious award requires qualifying for…
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Carolina Business Equipment honored by Sharp
May 15, 2017Sharp Imaging and Information Company of America has recognized Carolina Business Equipment (CBE) as a Hyakuman Kai Dealer. Sharp awards Hyakuman Kai status to outstanding dealers that have achieved $1…
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Pop-up summer drive-in movie series lineup announced by What’s Next Midlands
May 15, 2017What’s Next Midlands’ newest project, a pop-up drive-in movie theater, will feature a new movie every month between May and August 2017. The Summer Drive-In Movie Series, presented by What’s…
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Richland Library named 2017 National Medal Winner
May 15, 2017Recognized as One of the Top Five Libraries in the Country After back-to-back years as a finalist, the Institute of Museum of Library Services (IMLS) is naming Richland…
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Habitat Greenville and Lowe’s celebrate National Women’s Build Week
May 15, 2017
In celebration of National Women Build Week, Habitat for Humanity of Greenville County and Lowe’s Home Improvement are teaming up to address and advocate for affordable homeownership for women, one…
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United Community Bank recognizes sales and service champions for first quarter
May 15, 2017United Community Bank recently recognized employees for their outstanding performance in meeting customers’ needs throughout the first quarter of 2017. This acknowledgement is part of the bank’s quarterly Sales and…
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BANDWAGON and Utrip help fans win on the road
May 15, 2017
For college football fans, an away or neutral site game is an opportunity to bring passion for your team into enemy territory. But if planned correctly, an away game can…
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Pop-up summer drive-in movie series lineup announced by What’s Next Midlands
May 15, 2017
What’s Next Midlands’ newest project, a pop-up drive-in movie theater, will feature a new movie every month between May and August 2017. The Summer Drive-In Movie Series, presented by What’s…
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Carolina Business Equipment honored by Sharp
May 15, 2017
Sharp Imaging and Information Company of America has recognized Carolina Business Equipment (CBE) as a Hyakuman Kai Dealer. Sharp awards Hyakuman Kai status to outstanding dealers that have achieved $1…
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Wyche launches Storytellers: A Digital Community of Ideas
May 15, 2017
Greenville, SC-based law firm Wyche has launched an online platform for intellectual inspiration. Visitors to wyche.com/storytellers will find book, video, and article recommendations designed to spark curiosity and growth. Topics…
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Wyche launches Storytellers: A Digital Community of Ideas
May 14, 2017Greenville, SC-based law firm Wyche has launched an online platform for intellectual inspiration. Visitors to wyche.com/storytellers will find book, video, and article recommendations designed to spark curiosity and growth. Topics…
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Wyche launches Storytellers: A Digital Community of Ideas
May 14, 2017Greenville, SC-based law firm Wyche has launched an online platform for intellectual inspiration. Visitors to wyche.com/storytellers will find book, video, and article recommendations designed to spark curiosity and growth. Topics…
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SC Ports welcomes biggest ship ever to call east coast
May 13, 2017The COSCO Development arrives this morning in the Charleston Harbor, the deepest in the Southeast region and soon to be the deepest on the East Coast. On the heels…
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SC Ports welcomes biggest ship ever to call east coast
May 13, 2017The COSCO Development arrives this morning in the Charleston Harbor, the deepest in the Southeast region and soon to be the deepest on the East Coast. On the heels…
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Electrolux expanding its Anderson County operations
May 12, 2017
ANDERSON COUNTY, SC – Electrolux, a leading home and appliance manufacturer, is expanding its existing manufacturing facility in Anderson County with a capital investment of more than $200 million. Electrolux…
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Electrolux expanding its Anderson County operations
May 12, 2017
ANDERSON COUNTY, SC – Electrolux, a leading home and appliance manufacturer, is expanding its existing manufacturing facility in Anderson County with a capital investment of more than $200 million. Electrolux…
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RCSD deputies regularly featured in A&E’s new hit TV-series, LIVE PD
May 12, 2017By W. Thomas Smith Jr. COLUMBIA, S.C. – A&E’s relatively new hit television series, LIVE PD, is fast-becoming one of the most popular programs nationwide. Why? Because it’s real-time dash-cam…
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The New South Carolina Gas Tax
May 12, 2017By Erik Doerring from McNair’s Tax Law Insights Blog South Carolina’s gas tax is one of the lowest in the country. The result is the deplorable condition of the…
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The New South Carolina Gas Tax
May 12, 2017By Erik Doerring from McNair’s Tax Law Insights Blog South Carolina’s gas tax is one of the lowest in the country. The result is the deplorable condition of the…
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Answer the S.O.S. call – Sharing Our Shoes
May 12, 2017
Mast General Store is sending out an S.O.S. in the form of a shoe drive, Sharing Our Shoes. During the month of May, Mast encourages the community to search…
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Moncks Corner attorney Elizabeth H. Warner to lead South Carolina Bar
May 12, 2017
Moncks Corner attorney Elizabeth H. (Babs) Warner will be installed as the 2017-18 president of the South Carolina Bar on Thursday, May 18, during the Bar’s House of Delegates meeting at…
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Moncks Corner attorney Elizabeth H. Warner to lead South Carolina Bar
May 12, 2017
Moncks Corner attorney Elizabeth H. (Babs) Warner will be installed as the 2017-18 president of the South Carolina Bar on Thursday, May 18, during the Bar’s House of Delegates meeting at…
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COMET announces Interim Executive Director
May 12, 2017
The Central Midlands Regional Transit Authority (COMET), has named public transportation veteran Ann August, CCTM as the Interim Executive Director. In March, Bob Schneider announced he was leaving the COMET…
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The New South Carolina Gas Tax
May 12, 2017
By Erik Doerring from McNair’s Tax Law Insights Blog South Carolina’s gas tax is one of the lowest in the country. The result is the deplorable condition of the…
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RCSD deputies regularly featured in A&E’s new hit TV-series, LIVE PD
May 12, 2017By W. Thomas Smith Jr. COLUMBIA, S.C. – A&E’s relatively new hit television series, LIVE PD, is fast-becoming one of the most popular programs nationwide. Why? Because it’s real-time dash-cam…
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Zipit Wireless issued patent for remote device management technology
May 11, 2017
Zipit Wireless, a provider of business and technology solutions for the Internet of Things, today announced the issuance by the US Patent Office of a patent covering the remote device…
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Booz Allen Hamilton expanding its Berkeley County operations
May 11, 2017
Latest Expansion To Bring At Least $10 Million Investment And Create More Than 90 New Jobs Booz Allen Hamilton, a management consulting and technology firm based in the United States,…
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Booz Allen Hamilton expanding its Berkeley County operations
May 11, 2017
Latest Expansion To Bring At Least $10 Million Investment And Create More Than 90 New Jobs Booz Allen Hamilton, a management consulting and technology firm based in the United States,…
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Palmetto Health Foundation Public Relations recognized with SCPRSA Mercury Awards
May 11, 2017
Palmetto Health Foundation’s Public Relations team was recognized by the South Carolina Chapter of Public Relations Society of America (SCPRSA) with six Mercury and Silver Wing Awards. SCPRSA hosted its…
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Richland County Public Works keeps communities connected
May 11, 2017
Richland County Public Works keeps our communities connected, safely and securely. From repairing roadways and managing infrastructure to protecting waterways and reducing the impacts of natural disasters, public works provides…
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Statement on Infrastructure from Sonoco CEO Jack Sanders
May 11, 2017
Today, I want to publicly thank the vast majority of the House and Senate for passing a comprehensive infrastructure bill as well as swiftly overriding its veto this week. I…
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Pakistani artist Sana Arjumand alights on the CMA
May 11, 2017The Columbia Museum of Art presents the exhibition Light Beings, featuring a new series of large-scale works from Pakistani artist Sana Arjumand, on view in the Caroline Guignard Community…
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City of Columbia designated a Bicycle Friendly Community
May 11, 2017
The City of Columbia has been designated as a Bicycle Friendly Community at the Bronze level by the League of American Bicyclists. The Bicycle Friendly Community program is a national…
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District Five names Teacher, Support Employee of the Year for 2017-18
May 11, 2017
Lexington-Richland School District Five announced its 2017-18 Teacher of the Year and Support Employee of the Year at a ceremony held on May 10 at Saluda Shoals River Center. Billie…
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FREE community conflict resolution training
May 11, 2017
The Midlands Mediation Center will offer five Conflict = Opportunity community workshops. The two-hour training sessions will take place throughout Richland County, and all sessions are free and open to…
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Three Rivers Greenway Extension Phase 1, road resurfacing projects get green light for construction
May 11, 2017
Work on the first phase of the Three Rivers Greenway Extension in Richland County is expected to begin in the next two months after County Council awarded a $5.9 million…
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Zoo is heartbroken over loss of infant gorilla
May 11, 2017Riverbanks Zoo and Garden is mourning the loss of the Zoo’s first infant gorilla. “Our staff is absolutely heartbroken,” said John Davis, curator of mammals at Riverbanks Zoo and Garden.…
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Terressentia recognized as SC Launch Company of the Year
May 11, 2017Award Presented at First Annual Summit Terressentia Corporation was recognized as the SC Launch Company of the Year for 2017. The award was presented during the First Annual SC Launch…
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Terressentia recognized as SC Launch Company of the Year
May 11, 2017
Award Presented at First Annual Summit Terressentia Corporation was recognized as the SC Launch Company of the Year for 2017. The award was presented during the First Annual SC Launch…
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YMCA of Greenville raises record-breaking $1.18 million for Annual Open Doors Scholarship Campaign to ensure accessibility for all
May 11, 2017
More than 300 volunteers rallied together to help exceed campaign goals YMCA of Greenville announced that it has raised $1,181,334 for its Annual Open Doors Scholarship Campaign, making it the…
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OTO Development wins 2017 CONNECT Developer of the Year Award
May 11, 2017
OTO Development has been named Marriott International’s 2017 CONNECT Developer of the Year. Marriott selected OTO Development for this top award based on the company’s consistent success developing new product…
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C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS office ranks at the top in region, teams sweep to top rankings in state
May 11, 2017
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS continues to rank at the top of real estate companies in Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices’ U.S. South Region, which spans from the Carolinas to…
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Spartanburg Marriott receives Elite award from Marriott International; named Property Sales Team of the Year
May 11, 2017Winegardner & Hammons Hotel Group, LLC announced that the Spartanburg Marriott Hotel, Spartanburg, SC has been awarded the 2016 Property Sales Team of the Year for Franchise hotels. This prestigious…
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S.C. Chamber announces Robyn Knox as H.R. Professional of the Year
May 11, 2017
Southern Weaving V.P. for H.R. Honored For Performance, Creativity The South Carolina Chamber of Commerce announced Robyn Knox, who is Vice President of Human Resources at Southern Weaving in Greenville,…
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S.C. Chamber announces Robyn Knox as H.R. Professional of the Year
May 11, 2017Southern Weaving V.P. for H.R. Honored For Performance, Creativity The South Carolina Chamber of Commerce announced Robyn Knox, who is Vice President of Human Resources at Southern Weaving in Greenville,…
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Three Rivers Greenway Extension Phase 1, road resurfacing projects get green light for construction
May 11, 2017
Richland County Council approves work as part of Transportation program Work on the first phase of the Three Rivers Greenway Extension in Richland County is expected to begin in the…
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Columbia Chamber supports the Highway Infrastructure Bill
May 11, 2017
The General Assembly responds favorably to critical infrastructure need for state. South Carolina is a state where large corporations as well as small businesses depend heavily on the interstate and…
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Festival to Highlight Richland County’s International Corridor
May 11, 2017Bring your family and join in celebration of Richland’s International Flavors on Decker. This one-day fun-filled, family friendly festival – no alcohol, no smoking – May 20, hosted by Richland…
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Columbia’s Free Summer Concert Series Returns June 3
May 11, 2017
Ruben Studdard, Dante Lewis and S.O.S. Band to Perform The City of Columbia’s live outdoor concert series will return June 3 to Finlay Park with a variety of local and…
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