City officials announce The Edge project to proceed on 1401 Assembly St. property
February 17, 2017
Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin announced that The Edge project adjacent to the Richland Library is moving forward at 1401 Assembly St. “After consulting with the family that owns the property…
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Retired Lt. Gen. Shuler to talk about the Eighth Air Force at museum
February 17, 2017
E.G. “Buck” Shuler Jr. celebrated his fifth birthday in Venezuela, where his father was an engineer building roads for the oil industry. The next day, the Japanese attacked Pearl Harbor,…
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Retired Lt. Gen. Shuler to talk about the Eighth Air Force at museum
February 17, 2017
E.G. “Buck” Shuler Jr. celebrated his fifth birthday in Venezuela, where his father was an engineer building roads for the oil industry. The next day, the Japanese attacked Pearl Harbor,…
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Colonial Life names Richard Shaffer to senior vice president role
February 17, 2017
COLUMBIA, SC – Richard Shaffer of Columbia has been named senior vice president of Growth Markets and the Enrollment Center for Colonial Life. In this new role, Shaffer leads strategy…
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Wallick Investments’ February 2017 performance update
February 17, 2017Wallick Investments’ Fidelis Composite portfolio, a combination of award-winning Wallick Investments’ core growth strategy (#4 in the nation for 7-year return) and large-cap value Dividend Focused offering, achieved a Morningstar®…
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Wallick Investments’ February 2017 performance update
February 17, 2017
Wallick Investments’ Fidelis Composite portfolio, a combination of award-winning Wallick Investments’ core growth strategy (#4 in the nation for 7-year return) and large-cap value Dividend Focused offering, achieved a Morningstar®…
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Community members encouraged to become local lifesavers
February 16, 2017
The city of Columbia and Mayor Steve Benjamin are once again teaming up with the American Red Cross in hopes of saving thousands of lives at the annual ‘Hoop It…
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SCAHU’s Annual Symposium
February 16, 2017
The South Carolina Association of Health Underwriters (SCAHU) held its Annual Symposium on January 26-27 in Columbia, SC. The theme of the meeting was “Preparing for the Future, Back to…
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Superintendent Ben Higbie promoted to General Superintendent, Coastal Division
February 16, 2017
Mashburn Construction announced the promotion of Ben Higbie. Superintendent Ben Higbie will continue to be assigned to projects in the superintendent role but after proving in his 4 years with…
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Superintendent Ben Higbie promoted to General Superintendent, Coastal Division
February 16, 2017
Mashburn Construction announced the promotion of Ben Higbie. Superintendent Benn Higbie will continue to be assigned to projects in the superintendent role but after proving in his 4 years with…
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Verizon Wireless expanding Greenville County operations
February 16, 2017
Company Investing $3.5 Million And Creating 260 New Jobs In Upstate Growth Verizon Wireless, the nation’s largest provider of telecommunications products and services, is expanding its existing operations in Greenville…
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Verizon Wireless expanding Greenville County operations
February 16, 2017
Company Investing $3.5 Million And Creating 260 New Jobs In Upstate Growth Verizon Wireless, the nation’s largest provider of telecommunications products and services, is expanding its existing operations in Greenville…
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Collins & Lacy, P.C. grows the Professional liability practice group with the addition of Karen Ratigan
February 16, 2017
Collins & Lacy, P.C. announced Karen Ratigan has joined the firm’s Columbia office as special counsel practicing in the area of professional liabpility defense. Prior to joining Collins & Lacy, Karen worked…
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Marti Bluestein to participate in Diversity Leaders Initiative
February 16, 2017This spring, Margaret “Marti” Miles Bluestein will participate in the Diversity Leaders Initiative, a program of the Riley Institute at Furman. A founding partner of Bluestein, Nichols, Thompson and Delgado,…
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Marc Warren joins GMC as Vice President, Senior Architect
February 16, 2017
Goodwyn, Mills and Cawood (GMC) announced that Marc Warren, AIA, has joined the firm as Vice President and Senior Architect, launching the firm’s newest office in Columbia, S.C. A seasoned…
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Marc Warren joins GMC as Vice President, Senior Architect
February 16, 2017Goodwyn, Mills and Cawood (GMC) announced that Marc Warren, AIA, has joined the firm as Vice President and Senior Architect, launching the firm’s newest office in Columbia, S.C. A seasoned…
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Local Representative, Rita Allison, receives Common Good Award
February 16, 2017
South Carolina House Representative, Rita Allison received the 2017 South Carolina Common Good Award for Education. Each year, South Carolina United Ways come together to recognize individuals who work to…
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Spartanburg CVB launches new Grown in Spartanburg tour
February 16, 2017From peaches and pumpkins, to strawberries and hayrides, visitors can enjoy farm-fresh products and plan family activities thanks to a new tour that highlights agricultural offerings throughout Spartanburg County. The…
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BB&T expanding its Greenville County operations
February 16, 2017
Financial Services Company Investing $30 Million In New Mauldin Facility BB&T, one of the largest financial services holding companies in the United States, today announced the construction of a new…
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BB&T expanding its Greenville County operations
February 16, 2017
Financial Services Company Investing $30 Million In New Mauldin Facility BB&T, one of the largest financial services holding companies in the United States, today announced the construction of a new…
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New CEO named for National Medal of Honor Museum Foundation
February 16, 2017The Board of Directors of the National Medal of Honor Museum Foundation has kicked the campaign to build a unique new national museum into high gear with the naming of…
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NAI Avant facilitates ±5,306 square foot Lexington office lease renewal
February 16, 2017NAI Avant senior brokers Roger Winn, SIOR and Jeff Hein, SIOR recently represented the tenant, Midlands Montessori School, LLC in the lease renewal transaction at 140 Gibson Road in Lexington.…
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Sowell Gray Robinson joins Meritas, a global alliance of independent business law firms
February 16, 2017Sowell Gray Robinson Stepp & Laffitte, LLC a Columbia-based law firm, announced that it has been invited to join Meritas, a global alliance of independent business law firms. The affiliation…
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New CEO named for National Medal of Honor Museum Foundation
February 16, 2017
CHARLESTON, SC – The Board of Directors of the National Medal of Honor Museum Foundation has kicked the campaign to build a unique new national museum into high gear with…
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Marc Warren joins GMC as Vice President, Senior Architect
February 16, 2017
Goodwyn, Mills and Cawood (GMC) announced that Marc Warren, AIA, has joined the firm as Vice President and Senior Architect, launching the firm’s newest office in Columbia, S.C. A seasoned…
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Sowell Gray Robinson joins Meritas, a global alliance of independent business law firms
February 16, 2017
Sowell Gray Robinson Stepp & Laffitte, LLC a Columbia-based law firm, announced that it has been invited to join Meritas, a global alliance of independent business law firms. The affiliation…
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NAI Avant facilitates ±5,306 square foot Lexington office lease renewal
February 16, 2017
NAI Avant senior brokers Roger Winn, SIOR and Jeff Hein, SIOR recently represented the tenant, Midlands Montessori School, LLC in the lease renewal transaction at 140 Gibson Road in Lexington.…
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Marti Bluestein to participate in Diversity Leaders Initiative
February 16, 2017
This spring, Margaret “Marti” Miles Bluestein will participate in the Diversity Leaders Initiative, a program of the Riley Institute at Furman. A founding partner of Bluestein, Nichols, Thompson and Delgado,…
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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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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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