Nelson Mullins enters West Coast legal market with five attorneys based in Los Angeles
March 20, 2017Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP has entered the West Coast legal market with the opening of a Los Angeles-area office and the addition of five local attorneys experienced in…
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Nelson Mullins enters West Coast legal market with five attorneys based in Los Angeles
March 20, 2017
Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP has entered the West Coast legal market with the opening of a Los Angeles-area office and the addition of five local attorneys experienced in…
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Lexington County’s chief deputy graduates from FBI National Academy
March 20, 2017
Gregg Shockley, chief deputy of the Lexington County Sheriff’s Department, has graduated from the FBI’s National Academy in Quantico, Virginia. “I am very proud of Gregg,” Lexington County Sheriff Jay…
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Junior Invitational welcomes TaylorMade as its official equipment sponsor
March 20, 2017
As part of its ongoing commitment to junior golf, TaylorMade Golf Company has signed on as the official equipment sponsor of the Junior Invitational at Sage Valley Golf Club, to…
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What’s “Your Big Idea?” – SC Bar YLD sponsors iCivics scholarship competition
March 20, 2017
If you’re a high school senior, your smartphone plus “Your Big Idea” could equal $2,000 for college! Students can answer one of four government-related questions in an Instagram video during…
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What’s “Your Big Idea?” – SC Bar YLD sponsors iCivics scholarship competition
March 20, 2017
If you’re a high school senior, your smartphone plus “Your Big Idea” could equal $2,000 for college! Students can answer one of four government-related questions in an Instagram video during…
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Tim Tebow to begin baseball career with Columbia Fireflies
March 20, 2017
Heisman Trophy Winner and Two Time National Champion to Begin Baseball Career with Columbia Fireflies COLUMBIA, SC – Former Heisman Trophy winner and two-time BCS National Champion Tim Tebow will…
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Nine S.C. schools are finalists for Palmetto’s Finest Awards
March 20, 2017Nine South Carolina schools are finalists for the 2017 Palmetto’s Finest Schools Awards after extensive evaluations by fellow educators and previous Palmetto’s Finest winners. The application process includes elements on…
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Nine S.C. schools are finalists for Palmetto’s Finest Awards
March 20, 2017Nine South Carolina schools are finalists for the 2017 Palmetto’s Finest Schools Awards after extensive evaluations by fellow educators and previous Palmetto’s Finest winners. The application process includes elements on…
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First Reliance Bank announces new Board Chair
March 20, 2017FLORENCE, SC – First Reliance Bank has announced the appointment of J. Munford Scott, Jr. as Chairman of the Board. Scott has served as a Director of First Reliance Bank…
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First Reliance Bank announces new Board Chair
March 20, 2017FLORENCE, SC – First Reliance Bank has announced the appointment of J. Munford Scott, Jr. as Chairman of the Board. Scott has served as a Director of First Reliance Bank…
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Spring Hill High School, Career Pathways Magnet, named National Magnet School of Distinction
March 20, 2017L to R: Dr. Ivan Randolph, State Board Chairman; Principal Dr. Michael Lofton; Ms. Molly Spearman, State Superintendent of Education Spring Hill High School, Career Pathways Magnet, has…
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Adger Solar becoming leader in South Carolina for utility scale solar projects
March 20, 2017
Adger Solar, the leading developer of utility scale solar projects in South Carolina, announced that its first two solar generating projects are now under construction in Jasper County, as part…
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Adger Solar becoming leader in South Carolina for utility scale solar projects
March 20, 2017
Adger Solar, the leading developer of utility scale solar projects in South Carolina, announced that its first two solar generating projects are now under construction in Jasper County, as part…
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EdVenture hosts 2017 BeABoss Youth Summit on Saturday, March 25
March 20, 2017
The BeABoss Youth Summit will be held at EdVenture Saturday, March 25 for the second year. More than 200 sixth to tenth grade students from across South Carolina, eager to…
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Mark Williams appointed as Chair of the prestigious Site Selectors Guild
March 20, 2017
COLUMBIA, SC – Mark Williams, President of Strategic Development Group, has been elected Chair of the Site Selectors Guild at the organization’s annual meeting in Tucson, Arizona. The Site Selectors…
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Dominion establishing new solar farm in Jasper County
March 20, 2017
JASPER COUNTY, SC – Dominion, a Richmond, Va.-based energy company, which also owns Dominion Carolina Gas Transmission, LLC, an interstate natural gas pipeline firm located in Columbia, S.C., is establishing…
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Dominion establishing new solar farm in Jasper County
March 20, 2017
JASPER COUNTY, SC – Dominion, a Richmond, Va.-based energy company, which also owns Dominion Carolina Gas Transmission, LLC, an interstate natural gas pipeline firm located in Columbia, S.C., is establishing…
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Freezing temperatures devastate South Carolina farmers
March 20, 2017
Last week, temperatures dipped to record lows and now South Carolina peach farmers face the worst crop damage they have seen in ten years. Strawberries and blueberries were among other…
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Freezing temperatures devastate South Carolina farmers
March 20, 2017
Last week, temperatures dipped to record lows and now South Carolina peach farmers face the worst crop damage they have seen in ten years. Strawberries and blueberries were among other…
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Richland Library named 2017 National Medal finalist
March 20, 2017
For the second year in a row, the Institute of Museum and Library Services is announcing Richland Library as one of 30 finalists for the 2017 National Medal for Museum…
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Highway construction training program offered in five SC counties
March 20, 2017
Thirty residents of five (5) South Carolina Counties may be eligible to receive pre-employment training, heavy equipment operator training and commercial drivers’ license training in the field of highway construction.…
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Highway construction training program offered in five SC counties
March 20, 2017
Thirty residents of five (5) South Carolina Counties may be eligible to receive pre-employment training, heavy equipment operator training and commercial drivers’ license training in the field of highway construction.…
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Youth Leadership Academy wins regional Can Do Good competition, honors Townville Elementary victim Jacob Hall with design
March 20, 2017
Goodwyn, Mills and Cawood, Inc. (GMC), recognized Youth Leadership Academy in Pickens, S.C., as the winner of the 2016-17 Can Do Good Competition for the sixth through 12th grade division…
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First Reliance Bank announces new Board Chair
March 20, 2017
FLORENCE, SC – First Reliance Bank has announced the appointment of J. Munford Scott, Jr. as Chairman of the Board. Scott has served as a Director of First Reliance Bank…
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Columbia Heart introduces Micra; a miniaturized, wireless, and leadless pacing system
March 17, 2017
Columbia Heart Clinic introduced Micra, a miniaturized, wireless pacing system poised to revolutionize the field of cardiology. Dr. Robert Mazzei recently completed one of the first Micra implementations in South Carolina on…
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Scholarly journal features LMES teacher
March 17, 2017A Lake Murray Elementary teacher’s passion for all things literacy earned her a spot in the latest edition of a statewide scholarly journal. As part of her master’s program at…
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Palmetto Place Celebrates 40 Years at ‘Sweet & Savory’
March 17, 2017
Annual Chef’s Competition Benefiting Children’s Home Takes Place April 27 Help Palmetto Place celebrate 40 years of serving more than 7,000 children and teens who have called this house a…
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Columbia College announces new scholarship honoring community leader Judy Davis
March 17, 2017
Columbia College announces the establishment of a scholarship for incoming, first-year students in memory of Judy Davis, Columbia businesswoman and community leader. The Judith Monastra Davis Leadership Scholarship will award…
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Columbia College announces new scholarship honoring community leader Judy Davis
March 17, 2017
Columbia College announces the establishment of a scholarship for incoming, first-year students in memory of Judy Davis, Columbia businesswoman and community leader. The Judith Monastra Davis Leadership Scholarship will award…
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Scholarly journal features LMES teacher
March 17, 2017A Lake Murray Elementary teacher’s passion for all things literacy earned her a spot in the latest edition of a statewide scholarly journal. As part of her master’s program at…
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Cohn Construction services will receive commendation of excellence award for safety practices
March 17, 2017
The South Carolina State Chamber Recognizes Cohn Construction for their commitment to workplace safety. Cohn Construction receives commendation of excellence award by the South Carolina State Chamber for their excellence…
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Cohn Construction services will receive commendation of excellence award for safety practices
March 16, 2017The South Carolina State Chamber Recognizes Cohn Construction for their commitment to workplace safety. Cohn Construction receives commendation of excellence award by the South Carolina State Chamber for their excellence…
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DX Marketing a finalist in 2017 Oracle Markie Awards
March 16, 2017
Award-winning targeted marketing firm DX Marketing, which has an office in Greenville’s ONE Building, has been named a finalist in the 2017 Oracle Markie Awards. Established in 2006, the Markie…
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Improvements planned for Clemson Road at North Springs Road/Rhame Road intersection
March 16, 2017
The Richland County Transportation Penny Program, which is funded by the one-cent sales tax referendum passed by the voters of Richland County in November of 2012, is pleased to announce…
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16th Annual Special Needs Ski Event to be held Friday, June 23, 2017
March 16, 2017Special needs participants from all over the Midlands, and their families, will spend a day at Lake Murray enjoying waterskiing on an adaptable ski, tubing, and kayaking. The event will…
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Wyche names Wade S. Kolb III shareholder
March 16, 2017
Wyche announced that Wade S. Kolb III has been named a shareholder of the firm. Kolb focuses his practice at Wyche on litigation, with experience in high-stakes commercial litigation, representing…
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District Five Office of Finance & Operations awarded GFOA Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting
March 16, 2017Lexington-Richland School District Five’s Office of Finance and Operations has been awarded the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting by the Government Finance Officers Association of the…
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Spring Valley High School (Discovery and Explorations) named National Magnet School of Distinction by Magnet Schools of America
March 16, 2017
Spring Valley High School has been named a National Magnet School of Distinction by Magnet Schools of America, the national association for magnet and theme-based schools. Spring Valley High School’s…
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RBC Heritage announces five more commitments to the 49th annual event
March 16, 2017
Wesley Bryan, KJ Choi, Chris Kirk, Marc Leishman and Ian Poulter are the latest professionals to commit to the 49th annual RBC Heritage Presented by Boeing. South Carolina’s only PGA…
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RBC Heritage announces five more commitments to the 49th annual event
March 16, 2017
Wesley Bryan, KJ Choi, Chris Kirk, Marc Leishman and Ian Poulter are the latest professionals to commit to the 49th annual RBC Heritage Presented by Boeing. South Carolina’s only PGA…
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16th Annual Special Needs Ski Event to be held Friday, June 23, 2017
March 16, 2017
Special needs participants from all over the Midlands, and their families, will spend a day at Lake Murray enjoying waterskiing on an adaptable ski, tubing, and kayaking. The event will…
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The CMA Shop launches online store
March 15, 2017
The Columbia Museum of Art announces the launch of the CMA Shop Online Store. Savvy shoppers can now browse a selection of items including toys, catalogs, art objects, books, and…
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Habitat honors donors and volunteers who went above and beyond in 2016
March 15, 2017
In 2016, Habitat for Humanity of Greenville County built ten homes, repaired and weatherized 13 additional homes, and operated three ReStores, all with the support of donors and volunteers to…
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Thomas Creek Brewery to roll out Gallabrae Scottish Ale for 2017
March 15, 2017
Thomas Creek will hold its brewery release of Gallabrae Scottish Ale Friday, March 24, 2017 starting at 4 p.m. The evening includes the 2017 tapping of Gallabrae, music by Greenville…
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Shine the Light to offer valuable leadership experiences for nonprofit professionals and board members
March 15, 2017
DNA Creative Communications (DNA), in partnership with Community Foundation of Greenville, United Way of Greenville County and Hollingsworth Funds, announces the launch of its 2017 Shine the Light Nonprofit Forums…
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Award-winning journalist Meaghan Norman joins NP Strategy; Communications firm expands client services
March 15, 2017
After 10 years in the television broadcast industry, award-winning journalist and TV news anchor, Meaghan Norman joins NP Strategy to manage media relations for the strategic communications firm. “We are…
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SCDOT Chairman speaks on the condition of SC roads
March 15, 2017
Chairman of the South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT), Woodrow “Woody” Willard, spoke today at Newmark Grubb Wilson Kibler’s offices in Columbia on the condition of South Carolina’s roads and…
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Palmetto Health Richland is the first hospital in South Carolina to implement new infant footprint system
March 15, 2017
Palmetto Health Richland is the first hospital in South Carolina to implement new infant footprint scan and photograph system. The Infant Safety System, developed by CertaScan Technologies, allows the hospital…
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New websites to help South Carolinians search for jobs
March 15, 2017
The S.C. Department of Employment and Workforce (DEW) has enhanced its powerful online job-matching website SCWorks.org with the comprehensive search engine SCWorks.jobs. SCWorks.jobs allows job seekers to look for work…
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