Trevor Knox named as ‘20 Under 40’ honoree by The State Newspaper
March 29, 2017
Trevor Knox, vice president of sales and marketing at Terminix Service, Inc. has been recognized by The State Newspaper as a ’20 Under 40’ difference maker in the South Carolina…
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Oswald gifts 41 years to children
March 29, 2017
A Gilbert native and community fixture, Timothy F. Oswald, principal of Gilbert Elementary School, retires June 29, 2017, after 25 years at GES, 34 with the district and 41 years…
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Gov. Henry McMaster announces nominees to state Ethics Commission
March 28, 2017Governor Henry McMaster has nominated each of his four appointees to the new South Carolina Ethics Commission. Created by H.3184, which was signed into law June 23 of 2016, the…
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Gov. Henry McMaster announces nominees to state Ethics Commission
March 28, 2017Governor Henry McMaster has nominated each of his four appointees to the new South Carolina Ethics Commission. Created by H.3184, which was signed into law June 23 of 2016, the…
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Branham elected as National School Boards Association secretary-treasurer
March 28, 2017LEXINGTON, SC – Lexington School District Two Trustee ElizaBeth “Beth” Branham, Past President of the South Carolina School Boards Association and previous NSBA Southern Region Director, was elected as secretary-treasurer…
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Geismar launching first U.S. manufacturing facility in Beaufort County
March 28, 2017
BEAUFORT COUNTY, SC – Geismar, a manufacturer and distributor of railway maintenance equipment, is launching its new operations in Beaufort County. The development is expected to bring $2.9 million of…
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Geismar launching first U.S. manufacturing facility in Beaufort County
March 28, 2017BEAUFORT COUNTY, SC – Geismar, a manufacturer and distributor of railway maintenance equipment, is launching its new operations in Beaufort County. The development is expected to bring $2.9 million of…
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NAI Avant assists Dee Norton Child Advocacy Center in ±9,430 square foot expansion
March 28, 2017Local Organization Opens First Mount Pleasant Location NAI Avant announced that Dee Norton Child Advocacy Center has purchased the ±9,430 square foot building at 677 Long Point Road. Senior broker…
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Student artists express ‘healing’
March 28, 2017The Columbia Museum of Art and Lexington Medical Center recently recognized four Lexington District One students’ artistic abilities in their annual Art of Healing showcase. The competition highlights students’ artistic…
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Gov. Henry McMaster names next Chairman of S.C. Board of Economic Advisors
March 28, 2017COLUMBIA, SC – Governor Henry McMaster announced Edward Grimball as the next Chairman of the South Carolina Board of Economic Advisors (BEA). Mr. Grimball most recently served as Chief Financial…
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Gov. Henry McMaster names next Chairman of S.C. Board of Economic Advisors
March 28, 2017COLUMBIA, SC – Governor Henry McMaster announced Edward Grimball as the next Chairman of the South Carolina Board of Economic Advisors (BEA). Mr. Grimball most recently served as Chief Financial…
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The City of Camden Celebrates Boykin Spaniel Week April 3-9
March 28, 2017Week of events celebrates S.C. state dog, and Boykin Spaniel Society Annual National Field Trials begin April 6 The City of Camden has declared the week of April 3-9, 2017…
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NAI Avant closes land sale in Lexington, Kentucky
March 28, 2017NAI Avant senior broker Nick Stomski, SIOR recently represented the buyer, Trifecta Developments, LLC in the purchase of ±2.22 acres of land at 715 Miles Point Way in Lexington, Kentucky.…
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Bollier’s ‘egg-cellent’ idea takes national award
March 28, 2017The unconventional use of a few cartons of eggs helped Lexington Technology Center Agricultural Science Instructor Robert A. Bollier garner national recognition. During the National Association of Agricultural Educators convention…
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Oxner’s 4-H project goes ‘wild’
March 28, 2017Gilbert Elementary School Fourth-Grader Wilson Boyd Oxner recently won the South Carolina 4-H Wildlife Food Plot Project in the junior division, after winning first place at the regional level, proving…
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Mayor Benjamin named 2017 Phoenix Award for Outstanding Contributions to Disaster Recovery by a Public Official
March 28, 2017
Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin has been selected by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) to receive their 2017 Phoenix Award for Outstanding Contributions to Disaster Recovery by a Public Official.…
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2017 Community Banking Month
March 28, 2017
By Teresa Taylor Executive Director The Independent Banks of SC Where you choose to bank matters. Your choice of bank is your vote on where your money goes. Are…
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2017 Community Banking Month
March 28, 2017
By Teresa Taylor Executive Director The Independent Banks of SC Where you choose to bank matters. Your choice of bank is your vote on where your money goes. Are…
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The City of Camden Celebrates Boykin Spaniel Week April 3-9
March 28, 2017
Week of events celebrates S.C. state dog, and Boykin Spaniel Society Annual National Field Trials begin April 6 The City of Camden has declared the week of April 3-9, 2017…
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NAI Avant closes land sale in Lexington, Kentucky
March 28, 2017
NAI Avant senior broker Nick Stomski, SIOR recently represented the buyer, Trifecta Developments, LLC in the purchase of ±2.22 acres of land at 715 Miles Point Way in Lexington, Kentucky.…
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Student artists express ‘healing’
March 28, 2017
The Columbia Museum of Art and Lexington Medical Center recently recognized four Lexington District One students’ artistic abilities in their annual Art of Healing showcase. The competition highlights students’ artistic…
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Branham elected as National School Boards Association secretary-treasurer
March 28, 2017
LEXINGTON, SC – Lexington School District Two Trustee ElizaBeth “Beth” Branham, Past President of the South Carolina School Boards Association and previous NSBA Southern Region Director, was elected as secretary-treasurer…
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Bollier’s ‘egg-cellent’ idea takes national award
March 28, 2017
The unconventional use of a few cartons of eggs helped Lexington Technology Center Agricultural Science Instructor Robert A. Bollier garner national recognition. During the National Association of Agricultural Educators convention…
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Oxner’s 4-H project goes ‘wild’
March 28, 2017
Gilbert Elementary School Fourth-Grader Wilson Boyd Oxner recently won the South Carolina 4-H Wildlife Food Plot Project in the junior division, after winning first place at the regional level, proving…
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2017 Midlands Heart Walk set for Saturday
March 27, 2017
More than 5,000 Midlands area residents are expected to attend the 2017 Midlands Heart Walk on Saturday, April 1st at Colonial Life Arena. Activities kick off at 8 am and…
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New climate controlled self-storage facility breaks ground in Goose Creek, SC
March 27, 2017
Miller-Valentine Group, a design/build construction and development company, and Coldwell Banker Commercial Atlantic, based in Charleston, SC have teamed up to develop a climate controlled self-storage facility conveniently located in…
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New climate controlled self-storage facility breaks ground in Goose Creek, SC
March 27, 2017
Miller-Valentine Group, a design/build construction and development company, and Coldwell Banker Commercial Atlantic, based in Charleston, SC have teamed up to develop a climate controlled self-storage facility conveniently located in…
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LRADAC launches PRESS as online resource center and new prevention webpage
March 27, 2017
LRADAC has launched the PRESS, Prevention Resources Everyone Should See, as community resource for educational materials on the topic of alcohol and drugs. The PRESS replaces the agency’s longstanding Community…
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LRADAC launches PRESS as online resource center and new prevention webpage
March 27, 2017
LRADAC has launched the PRESS, Prevention Resources Everyone Should See, as community resource for educational materials on the topic of alcohol and drugs. The PRESS replaces the agency’s longstanding Community…
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County Council receives final findings of Recreation Commission Audit
March 27, 2017
A consultant performing an independent audit of the Richland County Recreation Commission said the organization suffered from “dysfunction” while its board failed to provide strong oversight to ensure effective management…
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Harvest Hope Food Bank faces severe food shortage
March 27, 2017
Harvest Hope Food Bank faces a severe food shortage, with the food bank’s warehouses down to less than a day’s supply of product. Harvest Hope is the state’s largest food…
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Richland County names interim Director of Detention Center
March 27, 2017
Richland County tapped the former assistant director of the Alvin S. Glenn Detention Center to serve as the interim director of the jail while the County conducts a nationwide search…
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AAF of the Midlands announces call for public service applications
March 27, 2017
The American Advertising Federation (AAF) of The Midlands has announced they are accepting applications from nonprofit organizations to become the club’s public service client for 2017-2018. Each year, AAF of…
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GMS students’ projects make history come alive
March 27, 2017Twelve Gilbert Middle students will advance to a state competition due to their well-executed, real-world projects and performance in regional competition. Participation in National History Day encourages students…
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State Barbecue Champion named at the Commissioner’s Cup BBQ Cook-off and Festival
March 27, 2017Killer B’s BBQ of Evans, GA took home the Grand Champion title from the 2017 Commissioner’s Cup BBQ Cook-off and Festival. The 6th annual Commissioner’s Cup BBQ Cook-off and…
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State Barbecue Champion named at the Commissioner’s Cup BBQ Cook-off and Festival
March 27, 2017Killer B’s BBQ of Evans, GA took home the Grand Champion title from the 2017 Commissioner’s Cup BBQ Cook-off and Festival. The 6th annual Commissioner’s Cup BBQ Cook-off and…
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Columbia City Ballet presents Emanuel: Love is the Answer
March 27, 2017
A Spiritual Ballet of Transcendence, Love and Forgiveness Columbia City Ballet brings messages of healing and racial harmony through a full-length, multimedia ballet titled Emanuel: Love is the Answer. The…
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UofSC’s Arnold School of Public Health to expand to Greenville
March 27, 2017
The University of South Carolina’s Arnold School of Public Health will open a satellite program in Greenville focused on research and education. The program will tackle some of South Carolina’s…
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25-foot cascade of butterflies presented by S.C. Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities at EdVenture
March 24, 2017The S.C. Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities presents a visually stunning, 25-foot cascade of Monarch butterflies created by S.C. elementary school children, surrounding the iconic “Eddie” sculpture at…
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GHS seniors honored by Columbia Urban League
March 24, 2017GILBERT — Five Gilbert High School seniors received an award for overall excellence from a local organization. Breana Dashaé Black, Amaia Adrianna Coleman, Ebonee Nikola McBride, Dykeris Deshawn Morris and…
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Rebecca Faulk joins the Augusta Road office of C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS
March 24, 2017
GREENVILLE, SC – Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS is pleased to announce that Rebecca Faulk has joined the company’s Augusta Road office as a sales associate. A Greenville…
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25-Foot cascade of butterflies presented by S.C. Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities at EdVenture
March 24, 2017A 25-foot mobile with more than 2,300 butterflies, presented by The S.C. Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities, is now on display at EdVenture Children’s Museum in Columbia. Each butterfly…
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The Old Cigar Warehouse adds Phillips
March 24, 2017
GREENVILLE, SC – The Old Cigar Warehouse has hired Kailey Phillips as venue captain. A recent graduate of Clemson University, Philips earned a degree in Parks, Recreation and Tourism Management.…
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Habitat Greenville kicks off 2017 Faith Build
March 24, 2017
On Thursday, Habitat for Humanity of Greenville County raised the walls on the 2017 Faith Build home, celebrating a longstanding partnership with faith communities in the Golden Strip and surrounding…
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25-foot cascade of butterflies presented by S.C. Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities at EdVenture
March 24, 2017
The S.C. Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities presents a visually stunning, 25-foot cascade of Monarch butterflies created by S.C. elementary school children, surrounding the iconic “Eddie” sculpture at…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: education, on-the-move
GHS seniors honored by Columbia Urban League
March 24, 2017GILBERT — Five Gilbert High School seniors received an award for overall excellence from a local organization. Breana Dashaé Black, Amaia Adrianna Coleman, Ebonee Nikola McBride, Dykeris Deshawn Morris and…
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Coldwell Banker Caine’s Lewis & Company team promotes Michelle Smith to Lead Buyer’s Agent
March 23, 2017
Coldwell Banker Caine’s Lewis & Company team announced the promotion of Michelle Smith to Lead Buyer’s Agent. In this role, Michelle is responsible for managing the team’s buyer specialists and…
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Colliers Report: Bigger Port, Bigger Industrial Buildings In South Carolina
March 23, 2017
Research & Forecast Report Q4-2016 SOUTH CAROLINA | INDUSTRIAL Key Takeaways The market is maturing to a point that is sustainable for the development of larger speculative buildings. Growing demand…
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Colliers Report: Bigger Port, Bigger Industrial Buildings In South Carolina
March 23, 2017
Research & Forecast Report Q4-2016 SOUTH CAROLINA | INDUSTRIAL Key Takeaways The market is maturing to a point that is sustainable for the development of larger speculative buildings. Growing demand…
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21 area students receive scholarships from SAFE Federal Credit Union
March 23, 2017SAFE Federal Credit Union has named 21 Midlands high school students as recipients of its annual college scholarships. The scholarships, worth $1,000 each toward tuition, were announced during SAFE’s annual…
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