SCDOT announces three projects identified for FY 2016 Transportation Alternatives Program
December 4, 2016The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) is providing public notification ofthree (3) projects identified for possible inclusion in the Fiscal Year 2016 TransportationAlternatives Program. Formerly known as the Transportation…
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SCDOT Seeks Public Comment on the 2017 Federal Aid Pavement Improvement Program
December 4, 2016The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) is providing public notification of projects identified for the 2017 Federal Aid Pavement Improvement Program, which is comprised of the National Highway System…
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SCDOT Seeks Public Comment on the 2017 Federal Aid Pavement Improvement Program
December 4, 2016The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) is providing public notification of projects identified for the 2017 Federal Aid Pavement Improvement Program, which is comprised of the National Highway System…
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Southeastern Freight adds Employee Benefit
December 4, 2016Southeastern Freight Lines, the leading provider of regional less-than-truckload (LTL) transportation services, is helping its team of more than 8,200 associates take control of their personal finances by offering Ramsey…
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LS3P’s Thompson E. Penney delivers AIA SC Leadership Development Academy Keynote
December 4, 2016Thompson E. Penney, FAIA, Chairman|President|CEO of architecture, interiors, and planning firm LS3P, was invited to deliver the Opening Keynote speech for the 2016 AIA SC Leadership Development Academy in Charleston.…
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LS3P’s Thompson E. Penney delivers AIA SC Leadership Development Academy Keynote
December 4, 2016Thompson E. Penney, FAIA, Chairman|President|CEO of architecture, interiors, and planning firm LS3P, was invited to deliver the Opening Keynote speech for the 2016 AIA SC Leadership Development Academy in Charleston.…
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Zoo anticipates the birth of its first baby gorilla
December 4, 2016Riverbanks Zoo and Garden is excited to announce the pregnancy of one of the Zoo’s female western lowland gorillas. The expectant mother is due in late May. The pregnancy is…
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iTs|SC to host Executive Speaker Series featuring Robert Hartwig
December 4, 2016iTs|SC, Columbia’s Insurance Technology & Services Cluster, will be hosting its next Executive Speaker Series on December 7th from 8:30-10:00 a.m. at the IT-oLogy Auditorium. This session will feature Robert…
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Yvette Cummings wins 701 CCA Prize 2016
December 4, 2016Conway, S.C artist Yvette L. Cummings won the 701 CCA Prize 2016 for South Carolina artists 40 years and younger. Cummings was announced as the winner during the December 1…
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Ziff Properties buying its way into the SEC
December 3, 2016OXFORD, MS – Ziff Properties, Inc. announced the acquisition of Oxford Marketplace, a 90,171-square-foot retail shopping center, located in Oxford, MS. The Wal-Mart shadow-anchored property was purchased from Oxford Marketplace…
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Chapin Arbor Day unveils new logo, dedicates trees in first celebration
December 3, 2016Members of the Chapin Arbor Day Foundation gathered for its first Arbor Day celebration Friday morning at the new Chapin Business and Technology Park. The ceremony included the unveiling of…
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Chapin Arbor Day unveils new logo, dedicates trees in first celebration
December 3, 2016Members of the Chapin Arbor Day Foundation gathered for its first Arbor Day celebration Friday morning at the new Chapin Business and Technology Park. The ceremony included the unveiling of…
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Senior communications strategist Peter LaMotte joins Chernoff Newman
December 2, 2016CHARLESTON, SC – Chernoff Newman announced that South Carolina native Peter H. LaMotte has joined the company as a senior vice president. LaMotte is a seasoned communication expert with more…
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Senior communications strategist Peter LaMotte joins Chernoff Newman
December 2, 2016CHARLESTON, SC – Chernoff Newman announced that South Carolina native Peter H. LaMotte has joined the company as a senior vice president. LaMotte is a seasoned communication expert with more…
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Senior communications strategist Peter LaMotte joins Chernoff Newman
December 2, 2016CHARLESTON, SC – Chernoff Newman announced that South Carolina native Peter H. LaMotte has joined the company as a senior vice president. LaMotte is a seasoned communication expert with more…
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Richland Library offers hands-on, festive programs this December
December 1, 2016Let the countdown begin! Richland Library is getting into the holiday spirit with special themed programming throughout the month of December. We hope you will join us at the following…
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Conquer winter break boredom: Art Center to offer camp for children
December 1, 2016Let your child explore the world of pottery and mixed media in a fun and interactive art camp during their winter break at the Columbia Art Center. The registration fee…
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Daybreak Ministries names new Executive Director
December 1, 2016Daybreak Pregnancy Center announced the hiring of Brennan Aschleman as its new Executive Director. “We are extremely happy to have someone with Brennan’s background and experience to lead our organization,”…
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Cason Development Group develops Batesburg-Leesville Taco Bell
December 1, 2016Cason Development Group announces the development of a new Taco Bell restaurant in Batesburg-Leesville in Lexington County. The 2,200-square-foot, free-standing restaurant and drive-thru will be located at 177 E. Church…
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Walmart opens first training academy in South Carolina
December 1, 2016Nearly 30 local Walmart associates were recognized at the grand opening of the retailer’s first training academy in Columbia on December 1, at 1326 Bush River Road. These associates are…
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IT consulting firm EDTS adds Philip Linehan to sales team
December 1, 2016Veteran sales professional Philip J. Linehan has joined EDTS, a regional technology consulting firm that specializes in providing managed I.T. services, network security and advanced infrastructure solutions to organizations across…
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4A’s Foundation appoints Joe Erwin as new board chair
December 1, 2016Career Marketing Executive Will Help Lead the Foundation into the Future The 4A’s Foundation, the 501(c)(3) organization of America’s leading trade association representing the advertising agency business, today announced Joe…
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CARTA unveils fleet of new downtown shuttles
December 1, 2016The Charleston Area Regional Transportation Authority (CARTA) is pleased to announce the arrival of seven new Downtown Shuttle (DASH) vehicles that will enhance the transit experience for a growing ridership…
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IT consulting firm EDTS adds Philip Linehan to sales team
December 1, 2016Veteran sales professional Philip J. Linehan has joined EDTS, a regional technology consulting firm that specializes in providing managed I.T. services, network security and advanced infrastructure solutions to organizations across…
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Jackson County Tourism Development Authority unveils new website, tourism campaign
December 1, 2016Updated photo galleries, hiking trails and maps, a blog, tourism video and an event calendar are just a few helpful resources included on the new Jackson County Tourism Development Authority’s…
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South Carolinians favor repairing schools before roads, new poll finds
December 1, 2016Fifty-four percent of South Carolinians favor fixing the state’s schools before repairing roads. That is among the surprising findings of a newly released scientific poll of 600 residents conducted across…
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South Carolinians favor repairing schools before roads, new poll finds
December 1, 2016Fifty-four percent of South Carolinians favor fixing the state’s schools before repairing roads. That is among the surprising findings of a newly released scientific poll of 600 residents conducted across…
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Founders pays $4.5 million Loyalty Dividend to members
December 1, 2016Founders Federal Credit Union distributed a $4.5 Million Loyalty Dividend to its members on December 1. The Loyalty Dividend posted to approximately 117,000 qualified member accounts, based on their relationship…
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Founders pays $4.5 million Loyalty Dividend to members
December 1, 2016Founders Federal Credit Union distributed a $4.5 Million Loyalty Dividend to its members on December 1. The Loyalty Dividend posted to approximately 117,000 qualified member accounts, based on their relationship…
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U.S. Rep. Mulvaney pays visit to SAFE Federal Credit Union
December 1, 2016In a visit to SAFE Federal Credit Union this week, U.S. Rep Mick Mulvaney said that with Republican control of both houses of Congress and an incoming Republican president, “we…
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South Carolina Association of Technical College Commissioners announces new board
December 1, 2016The South Carolina Association of Technical College Commissioners announces the election of new board members, appointed in June for terms to run two years. Herbert Watts, who serves on the…
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South Carolina Association of Technical College Commissioners announces new board
December 1, 2016The South Carolina Association of Technical College Commissioners announces the election of new board members, appointed in June for terms to run two years. Herbert Watts, who serves on the…
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Lexington County Museum to host 20th Annual Christmas Open House
December 1, 2016The Lexington County Museum will host its 20th Annual Christmas Open House on Sunday, Dec. 11, 2016 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. This event will allow visitors to experience…
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Girl Scouts appoints Midlands Women of Distinction Chair
December 1, 2016COLUMBIA, SC – Girl Scouts of South Carolina – Mountains to Midlands has appointed Sarena Burch as 2017 Chair for its Midlands Women of Distinction event. The recognition and fundraising…
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SCRA announces investments in three SC Launch companies
December 1, 2016SCRA’s SC Launch program announced investments in three South Carolina companies. VRM Labs, APP Squared and Tradeversity received funding ranging from $100,000 to $200,000. The SC Launch program is SCRA’s…
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SCRA announces investments in three SC Launch companies
December 1, 2016SCRA’s SC Launch program announced investments in three South Carolina companies. VRM Labs, APP Squared and Tradeversity received funding ranging from $100,000 to $200,000. The SC Launch program is SCRA’s…
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NAI Avant facilitates sale of ±57.77 acres of land in Irmo
December 1, 2016NAI Avant senior broker Gerald Steele recently closed the sale of ±57.77 acres of land at 208 Olin Sites Road in Irmo. Located in the Dutch Fork area of Richland…
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Recording artist, Mark Carson, releases debut solo EP “Door Knockerz”
December 1, 2016COLUMBIA, SC – Some Hip-Hop artists are looking to emulate trends, riding on the waves of everything that is popular at any given moment in time. Others do not want…
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Lexington County Museum to host 20th Annual Christmas Open House
December 1, 2016The Lexington County Museum will host its 20th Annual Christmas Open House on Sunday, Dec. 11, 2016 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. This event will allow visitors to experience…
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IT consulting firm EDTS adds Philip Linehan to sales team
December 1, 2016Veteran sales professional Philip J. Linehan has joined EDTS, a regional technology consulting firm that specializes in providing managed I.T. services, network security and advanced infrastructure solutions to organizations across…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: hi-tech-information-tech, on-the-move
Cason Development Group develops Batesburg-Leesville Taco Bell
December 1, 2016Cason Development Group announces the development of a new Taco Bell restaurant in Batesburg-Leesville in Lexington County. The 2,200-square-foot, free-standing restaurant and drive-thru will be located at 177 E. Church…
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NAI Avant facilitates sale of ±57.77 acres of land in Irmo
December 1, 2016NAI Avant senior broker Gerald Steele recently closed the sale of ±57.77 acres of land at 208 Olin Sites Road in Irmo. Located in the Dutch Fork area of Richland…
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U.S. Rep. Mulvaney pays visit to SAFE Federal Credit Union
December 1, 2016In a visit to SAFE Federal Credit Union this week, U.S. Rep Mick Mulvaney said that with Republican control of both houses of Congress and an incoming Republican president, “we…
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Walmart opens first training academy in South Carolina
December 1, 2016Nearly 30 local Walmart associates were recognized at the grand opening of the retailer’s first training academy in Columbia on December 1, at 1326 Bush River Road. These associates are…
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Daybreak Ministries names new Executive Director
December 1, 2016Daybreak Pregnancy Center announced the hiring of Brennan Aschleman as its new Executive Director. “We are extremely happy to have someone with Brennan’s background and experience to lead our organization,”…
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The Home Depot Foundation awards $5,000 grant to West Columbia Fire Department for disabled citizens’ home repairs
November 30, 2016The Home Depot Foundation has awarded a $5,000 Community Impact Grant to the City of West Columbia Fire Department to provide support for home repairs for disabled citizens. The Fire…
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Sexual Trauma Services of the Midlands announces new hires and volunteer needs
November 30, 2016Sexual Trauma Services of the Midlands announces the hiring of two new staff members to captain volunteer service opportunities within the organization. Carla Brown joined STSM in November 2016 as…
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Kelly Mill Middle retains AVID National Demonstration School status
November 30, 2016Kelly Mill Middle School has once again received AVID National Demonstration School status. Kelly Mill is one of only two schools in the state to receive this honor and joins…
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Sonoco announces senior leadership changes
November 30, 2016Tiede Appointed Chief Operating Officer; Arthur, Coker and Fuller Promoted to Senior VP of Company’s Global Businesses Sonoco (NYSE:SON), one of the largest global diversified packaging companies, today announced several…
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Sonoco announces senior leadership changes
November 30, 2016Tiede Appointed Chief Operating Officer; Arthur, Coker and Fuller Promoted to Senior VP of Company’s Global Businesses Sonoco (NYSE:SON), one of the largest global diversified packaging companies, today announced several…
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