DHEC encourages South Carolinians to take precautions against Zika at home and abroad
March 2, 2017
As springtime approaches, the S.C. Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) is urging residents to take precautions now at home or while traveling to prevent mosquito-borne illnesses like Zika.…
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DHEC encourages South Carolinians to take precautions against Zika at home and abroad
March 2, 2017As springtime approaches, the S.C. Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) is urging residents to take precautions now at home or while traveling to prevent mosquito-borne illnesses like Zika.…
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SAFE Federal Credit Union hosts annual meeting March 20 in Sumter
March 2, 2017
Nearly 3,000 members of SAFE Federal Credit Union from across the Midlands are expected to attend the credit union’s annual business meeting on Monday, March 20, in Sumter. Results of…
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Legal Clarification for Homeowner Associations in S.C.
March 2, 2017
State Supreme Court rules group engaged in unauthorized practice of law The South Carolina Supreme Court has shone a light on a legal grey area impacting homeowner associations in the…
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Sowell Gray Robinson attorney Beth Richardson named honoree for Leadership in Law Awards
March 2, 2017
COLUMBIA SC – Sowell Gray Robinson Stepp & Laffitte, LLC is pleased to announce Beth B. Richardson has been named an honoree for the 2017 South Carolina Lawyers Weekly Leadership…
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House passes bill to reform SC Retirement System
March 1, 2017
House Speaker Jay Lucas (District 65-Darlington) issued the following statement after the House passed H.3726, a bill that seeks to restore the solvency of the South Carolina Retirement System and…
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House passes bill to reform SC Retirement System
March 1, 2017House Speaker Jay Lucas (District 65-Darlington) issued the following statement after the House passed H.3726, a bill that seeks to restore the solvency of the South Carolina Retirement System and…
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Two of South Carolina’s favorites matchup this weekend
March 1, 2017
Baseball and peanuts go together like a ball and glove. South Carolina’s favorite pastime and favorite snack come together this month as the Certified SC Grown Palmetto Series heads down…
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Two of South Carolina’s favorites matchup this weekend
March 1, 2017
Baseball and peanuts go together like a ball and glove. South Carolina’s favorite pastime and favorite snack come together this month as the Certified SC Grown Palmetto Series heads down…
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Midlands Technical College brings home two awards at Greater Irmo Chamber Gala
March 1, 2017
Harbison Theatre at Midlands Technical College won the award for Nonprofit Organization of the Year from the Greater Irmo Chamber of Commerce. The award was presented at the Annual Greater…
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Susan Murphree joins Coldwell Banker Caine in Spartanburg
March 1, 2017
Coldwell Banker Caine recently welcomed Susan Murphree as a residential sales agent to its Spartanburg office. Previously a self-employed interior decorator, Susan joins the firm with immense experience making a…
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Piedmont Natural Gas says low-income people still need help with energy bills, despite warmer temps
March 1, 2017
Despite early and unseasonably warm temperatures, Piedmont Natural Gas today announced a $100K donation to Share the Warmth – a program that helps low-income people pay their energy bills year-round…
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Spoleto Festival USA announces additional performance of Ayodele Casel’s World premiere at the Woolfe Street Playhouse on Saturday, June 3, at 2:00pm
March 1, 2017
Due to high demand, Spoleto Festival USA announced today that tap master Ayodele Casel’s world premiere, While I Have the Floor, will receive an additional performance as part of the…
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Congaree National Park Fire Management Plan
March 1, 2017
Superintendent Tracy Stakely has announced the release of the Congaree National Park Fire Management Plan Environmental Assessment (EA). The EA addresses a proposal by the National Park Service (NPS) to…
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Announcing new summer program for teens
March 1, 2017
Open House Announcing new summer program for teens led by dozens of business experts Open House to be held at NEXT Innovation Center on March 13, 2017, 5:00-7:00 p.m. GREENVILLE,…
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House passes Infrastructure Funding and Reform Bill
March 1, 2017
House Speaker Jay Lucas (District 65-Darlington) issued the following statement after the House passed H. 3516, the SC Infrastructure and Economic Development Reform Act, by an overwhelming and bipartisan vote…
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House passes Infrastructure Funding and Reform Bill
March 1, 2017House Speaker Jay Lucas (District 65-Darlington) issued the following statement after the House passed H. 3516, the SC Infrastructure and Economic Development Reform Act, by an overwhelming and bipartisan vote…
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Established Columbia law firm changes name to Halligan Mahoney & Williams
March 1, 2017
As of March 1, the Columbia, S.C., law firm formerly known as Childs & Halligan will be Halligan Mahoney & Williams. “Our new name reflects who we are, who we’ve…
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Fukoku America expanding its Laurens County operations
March 1, 2017Fukoku America, a manufacturer of rubber and plastic automotive products is growing its operations in Laurens County. The expansion is expected to bring $13.9 million in new investment and lead…
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Fukoku America expanding its Laurens County operations
March 1, 2017Fukoku America, a manufacturer of rubber and plastic automotive products is growing its operations in Laurens County. The expansion is expected to bring $13.9 million in new investment and lead…
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SC Arts Commission announces 2017 Verner Award recipients
March 1, 2017The South Carolina Arts Commission announces the 2017 Elizabeth O’Neill Verner Governor’s Awards for the Arts, the highest honor the state presents in the arts. Established in 1972, the annual…
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SC Arts Commission announces 2017 Verner Award recipients
March 1, 2017The South Carolina Arts Commission announces the 2017 Elizabeth O’Neill Verner Governor’s Awards for the Arts, the highest honor the state presents in the arts. Established in 1972, the annual…
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Ogletree Deakins opens in Paris
March 1, 2017Ogletree Deakins, one of the largest labor and employment law firms representing management, expanded its international presence today by opening an office in Paris, France. Ogletree Deakins’ Paris office broadens…
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Ogletree Deakins opens in Paris
March 1, 2017Ogletree Deakins, one of the largest labor and employment law firms representing management, expanded its international presence today by opening an office in Paris, France. Ogletree Deakins’ Paris office broadens…
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Sam Mabry receives Jeter E. Rhodes, Jr. Trial Lawyer of the Year Award
March 1, 2017At the South Carolina American Board of Trial Advocates’ annual meeting and black-tie dinner, Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd shareholder H. Sam Mabry III was awarded the 2016 Jeter E. Rhodes, Jr.…
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Sam Mabry receives Jeter E. Rhodes, Jr. Trial Lawyer of the Year Award
March 1, 2017At the South Carolina American Board of Trial Advocates’ annual meeting and black-tie dinner, Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd shareholder H. Sam Mabry III was awarded the 2016 Jeter E. Rhodes, Jr.…
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College of Charleston School of Business club to offer free finance classes to the general public
March 1, 2017Students from the College of Charleston School of Business’ Microfinance Club are hosting free finance classes to help community members better plan for their future. Business students with a passion…
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College of Charleston students to launch global sustainability project in Cameroon
March 1, 2017Armed with multiple business plan proposals, a microfinance loan training program, 13 iPads, soccer equipment and thousands of educational care packages, seven College of Charleston students will leave for a…
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Introducing Cingo: The new name for 40-year-old Allgood Pest Solutions
March 1, 2017Allgood Pest Solutions has a new name: Cingo. The company has done business in Charleston as Allgood Pest Solutions since 2012 Only the name is changing — the experience built…
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SCASA’s Foundation for Educational Leadership hosts gala celebrating public school graduates
March 1, 2017
The South Carolina Foundation for Educational Leadership, the South Carolina Association of School Administrators’ (SCASA) non-profit arm, is hosting its inaugural gala on Friday, March 17, to celebrate distinguished public…
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SCASA’s Foundation for Educational Leadership hosts gala celebrating public school graduates
March 1, 2017
The South Carolina Foundation for Educational Leadership, the South Carolina Association of School Administrators’ (SCASA) non-profit arm, is hosting its inaugural gala on Friday, March 17, to celebrate distinguished public…
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SC Arts Commission announces 2017 Verner Award recipients
March 1, 2017
The South Carolina Arts Commission announces the 2017 Elizabeth O’Neill Verner Governor’s Awards for the Arts, the highest honor the state presents in the arts. Established in 1972, the annual…
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DOWNTOWN CHURCH to transform former power plant at BullStreet into new home for congregation
March 1, 2017
DOWNTOWN CHURCH, a Presbyterian congregation based in downtown Columbia, S.C., has announced that it will relocate to the BullStreet neighborhood. The church plans to move from its current home at…
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Ogletree Deakins opens in Paris
March 1, 2017
Ogletree Deakins, one of the largest labor and employment law firms representing management, expanded its international presence today by opening an office in Paris, France. Ogletree Deakins’ Paris office broadens…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: law, on-the-move
Sam Mabry receives Jeter E. Rhodes, Jr. Trial Lawyer of the Year Award
March 1, 2017
At the South Carolina American Board of Trial Advocates’ annual meeting and black-tie dinner, Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd shareholder H. Sam Mabry III was awarded the 2016 Jeter E. Rhodes, Jr.…
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Davis & Floyd welcomes engineering students for cooperative education programs
February 28, 2017
Davis & Floyd welcomed six new engineering students to the firm’s spring 2017 co-op and internship program. The program is for civil engineering majors at South Carolina colleges and universities…
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Davis & Floyd welcomes engineering students for cooperative education programs
February 28, 2017
Davis & Floyd welcomed six new engineering students to the firm’s spring 2017 co-op and internship program. The program is for civil engineering majors at South Carolina colleges and universities…
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Davis & Floyd wins Engineering Excellence award from the American Council of Engineering Companies of South Carolina
February 28, 2017
GREENWOOD, SC – Davis & Floyd is pleased to announce they have received an Engineering Excellence award from the American Council of Engineering Companies of South Carolina (ACEC-SC) for their…
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Davis & Floyd wins Engineering Excellence award from the American Council of Engineering Companies of South Carolina
February 28, 2017
GREENWOOD, SC – Davis & Floyd is pleased to announce they have received an Engineering Excellence award from the American Council of Engineering Companies of South Carolina (ACEC-SC) for their…
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Matthew Lagace named Executive Chef at Morgan Creek Grill
February 28, 2017Announces New Menu Featuring Innovative Takes on Lowcountry Classics Morgan Creek Grill, a waterfront retreat on Isle of Palms, is pleased to announce that Matthew Lagace has been hired as…
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BRIGHT+CO Marketing adds integrated media specialist
February 28, 2017
GREENVILLE. SC – BRIGHT+CO Marketing announced that Charner Caroline Creecy has joined the company as integrated media specialist. Prior to joining BRIGHT+CO, Creecy worked as senior communications manager at The…
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Southern Home & Garden Show
February 28, 2017
March 3-5 at TD Convention Center GREENVILLE, SC – The Southern Home & Garden Show, produced by the Home Builders Association of Greenville and presented by Jeff Lynch Appliance, will…
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Dine alongside trailblazing S.C. women at inaugural WREN luncheon
February 28, 2017Wed. March 8 at the Seibels House On International Women’s Day, Wed. March 8, the Women’s Rights and Empowerment Network (WREN) will offer a unique opportunity to sit alongside some…
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Business classes now offered in the evening at TTC’s downtown Charleston campus
February 28, 2017
Opportunities are now available for individuals to work on an associate degree in business by taking evening classes at Trident Technical College’s Palmer Campus, located in downtown Charleston. The course…
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2017 CAA men’s basketball championship introduces lowcountry youth showcase
February 28, 2017
Showcase of Youth Talents during Division I Basketball Championship With the 2017 CAA Men’s Basketball Championship taking the court March 3-6at the North Charleston Coliseum, the CAA announced a new…
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ESA Renewables launching new Aiken County solar operations
February 28, 2017
Company constructing $11 Million Utility-scale Solar Farm ESA Renewables, an alternative energy provider, will be constructing a new, utility-scale solar farm in Aiken County. The development is expected to bring…
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ESA Renewables launching new Aiken County solar operations
February 28, 2017
Company constructing $11 Million Utility-scale Solar Farm ESA Renewables, an alternative energy provider, will be constructing a new, utility-scale solar farm in Aiken County. The development is expected to bring…
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DOWNTOWN CHURCH to transform former power plant at BullStreet into new home for congregation
February 28, 2017DOWNTOWN CHURCH, a Presbyterian congregation based in downtown Columbia, S.C., has announced that it will relocate to the BullStreet neighborhood. The church plans to move from its current home at…
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Clarius Mobile Health and North American Rescue inks deal to distribute rugged, wireless ultrasound to US federal government agencies
February 28, 2017
Affordable, handheld ultrasound scanners are ideal for challenging environments where access to ultrasound is often critical Clarius Mobile Health, a digital healthcare company today announced that it has signed an…
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Salvation Army presents Battle of the Bells trophy to Dutch Fork High School Air Force JROTC
February 28, 2017Five local high schools participated in The Salvation Army’s 2016 High School Battle of the Bells Competition to help impact the Midlands through the work of The Salvation Army of…
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