Mayor Tecklenburg releases statement on the passing of former Congressman and State Senator Arthur Ravenel Jr.
January 17, 2023Charleston, S.C. – Tonight, Mayor John Tecklenburg released the following statement upon hearing of the passing of former Congressman and State Senator Arthur Ravenel Jr.: “Cousin Arthur loved Charleston in…
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Charleston Digital Corridor announces 2023 iFiveK
January 17, 2023
Following the successful return of this tech-focused 5k race to downtown Charleston in 2022, the Charleston Digital Corridor (CDC), along with title sponsor Charleston County Economic Development, is pleased to…
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A dozen ideas to get reading more in 2023
January 17, 2023
By Reba Hull Campbell Reading has always been a delight for me. I loved the library’s summer reading clubs when I was a kid. Browsing bookstores is a favorite pastime…
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Angie Waller Joins NHE as new Director of Affordable Property Management
January 16, 2023
Property management leader NHE, a staple for several years on Best Places to Work and Top Workplaces in South Carolina lists, has added talent to its leadership team with the…
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Darlene Roberson appointed SCSBA Region 2 Director
January 16, 2023
Darlene Roberson, a Charleston County School District (CCSD) board member, was appointed Region 2 Director of the South Carolina School Board Association’s (SCSBA) Board of Directors on January 6, 2023.…
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Seven disaster-trained volunteers from South Carolina deploy to Georgia to assist families impacted by storms, tornadoes
January 16, 2023
Disaster trained volunteers from the South Carolina Region of the American Red Cross are deploying to support disaster relief efforts in Georgia where damaging storms ripped through most of the…
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United Community Bank Foundation donates to Urban League affiliates across the Southeast in honor of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
January 16, 2023
In honor of Martin Luther King, Jr.’s legacy, the United Community Bank Foundation donated $25,000 to Urban League affiliates across its footprint. The Urban League’s dedication to economic empowerment aligns…
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SC Senate President Thomas Alexander and community health leader Roland Gardner honored at Riley-Wilkins OneSouthCarolina Awards
January 16, 2023
South Carolina Senate President Thomas Alexander (R-Oconee/Pickens) and community health leader Roland Gardner were honored Tuesday, January 10, as recipients of the 2023 Riley-Wilkins OneSouthCarolina Leadership Awards. The awards recognize…
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Waccamaw Community Foundation accepting applications for eight scholarships
January 16, 2023
MURRELLS INLET, S.C. – Students in Horry and Georgetown counties are making plans for college in the fall, and the Waccamaw Community Foundation’s 2023 Scholarship Program is helping lighten the…
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The Dignified Mule
January 12, 2023
By Tom Poland Like Halley’s Comet, I’m predictable. I come around to the same subject matter every so often. When I do, it’s because something triggered memories. A few…
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How South Carolina businesses can prepare for an economic downturn
January 12, 2023
By Thomas Anderson Following a global pandemic, South Carolina finance executives have redefined adaptability with warp-speed reconfiguration of capital investment plans. With a potential economic slowdown on the horizon in…
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Lima One Capital releases 2023 Housing Outlook Report
January 12, 2023
The nation’s premier lender for real estate investors has launched its annual housing market outlook report predicting favorable growth and opportunity for those looking to expand their investments in 2023.…
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Liberty Senior Living announces The Peninsula of Charleston
January 12, 2023
Amenity-rich luxury independent living residences planned for 2026 in Downtown Charleston Liberty Senior Living and Evening Post Industries announced The Peninsula of Charleston, a proposed luxury independent living residence in…
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Workforce Housing Program Manager
January 12, 2023
The Town of Hilton Head Island is seeking a Workforce Housing Program Manager to direct, manage, oversee, and review workforce housing activities affecting current and long-range housing affordability issues, policies,…
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Charleston Metro Chamber releases 2023 Legislative Agenda
January 12, 2023
The Charleston Metro Chamber announced the release of its 2023 Legislative Agenda, the set of goals that the Chamber’s Director of Government Affairs, Bailey Vincett, will work to achieve during…
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Charleston Restaurant Week kicks off January 12
January 12, 2023
The next installment of Charleston Restaurant Week kicks off tomorrow, January 12, and runs through Sunday, January 22. The popular event offers patrons the opportunity to explore and enjoy world-renowned…
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CPI for all items falls 0.1% in December as gasoline decreases
January 12, 2023
The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) declined 0.1 percent in December on a seasonally adjusted basis, after increasing 0.1 percent in November, the U.S. Bureau of Labor…
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Colliers Report: Elevated interest rates affecting office sales
January 12, 2023
Commercial Real Estate Research & Forecast Report Q4 2022 Charleston Office Market Highlights Interest rates and economic uncertainty have caused sales (both investment and owner-occupant) to slow dramatically. Demand still…
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Statewide nonprofit makes an impact
January 12, 2023
Limitless Purpose is thrilled to announce its impact since the statewide nonprofit was founded in 2019. Despits the inevitable delays caused by the COVID pandemic, the volunteer-led organization has made…
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McMaster cites importance of Office of Resilience
January 12, 2023
Inaugural Speech recognizes Office as a result of S.C. Floodwater Commission findings By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Governor Henry Dargan McMaster, the 117th governor of South Carolina, was sworn-in for…
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Upstate Elder Law is now a division of LawyerLisa, LLC
January 12, 2023
LawyerLisa, LLC announced that Upstate Elder Law is now a division of LawyerLisa, LLC. After years practicing law in many areas, from federal prosecution to family court, to personal injury…
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Charleston Metro Chamber announces Lowcountry Minority Business Accelerator 2023 cohort
January 12, 2023
The Charleston Metro Chamber is committed to leading our region’s businesses in creating an equitable community where everyone has the opportunity to live, learn and earn. The Lowcountry Minority Business…
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Legal Marketing Association’s Southeast Region announces 2023 South Carolina Local Steering Committee
January 11, 2023
The Legal Marketing Association’s (LMA) Southeast Region announced its South Carolina Local Steering Committee (LSC) for 2022. The Southeast Region is one of the largest in the international organization of…
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The Institute for Child Success to announce advocacy coalition’s early childhood common agenda for 2023-2024 legislative session
January 11, 2023
On Saturday, January 21, the Institute for Child Success, an early childhood organization, will gather other child-serving nonprofits and family advocates at the State House in Columbia, SC from 10:30-11:15…
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Palmetto Moon Awards $10,000 to non-profit organizations across Southeast with “Together, Let’s Do Good” Giving Campaign
January 11, 2023
Palmetto Moon, a Southern lifestyle retailer, is thrilled to announce the recipients of its “Together, Let’s Do Good” giving campaign – awarding $1,000 to 10 non-profit organizations serving the retailer’s…
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Sportsman Boats Manufacturing leases 56,700SF industrial space in North Charleston
January 11, 2023
Harbor Commercial Partners announces that Todd Garrett, CCIM, SIOR, Tradd Varner, SIOR, and Crawford Riddle represented the tenant, Sportsman Boats Manufacturing, Inc., in the leasing of 56,700sf of industrial space…
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Salon 331 signs lease at Citadel Crossing
January 11, 2023
Harbor Commercial Partners announces that Vitré Ravenel Stephens and Taylor Sekanovich represented the Landlord, Brahma, LLC, in the leasing of 1,200 sf of retail space at Citadel Crossing, 3025 Ashley…
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YWCA Greater Charleston hosts 51st Annual MLK celebration
January 11, 2023
Pictured is K.J. Kearney, founder of Black Food Fridays and this year’s parade marshal This January, South Carolinians will come together to celebrate Charleston’s 51st Annual Reverend Dr. Martin Luther…
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Citadel partners with Common App to streamline application process for prospective cadets and students
January 11, 2023
The Citadel is making the process of applying easier and more streamlined for prospective cadets and students through a partnership with Common App. Common App is an undergraduate college admission…
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Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina announces new Board and committee members
January 10, 2023
The Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina (SCFSC), an organization dedicated to reducing poverty in South Carolina through action, advocacy, and leadership, is excited to deepen its impact as…
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New interim principal named at Morningside Middle
January 10, 2023
Charleston County School District announced George R. White as interim principal at Morningside Middle School. An accomplished educator and administrator, White boasts experience in curriculum development and implementation, educational leadership…
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SC Chamber, DEW collaborate to launch Palmetto Business Barometer survey
January 10, 2023
The SC Chamber of Commerce and the S.C. Department of Employment and Workforce launch a monthly survey series to capture a pulse on business conditions, attitudes and behaviors The South…
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SCRA contributes over $1.15 billion to South Carolina’s economy
January 10, 2023
South Carolina Research Authority had an outstanding year in 2022, making over a $1.15 billion impact on the state’s economy. As published in its recently released annual report, the total includes jobs…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Kathy and Lane Atkins, Cafecito
January 10, 2023
The Who’s on the Move, Entrepreneur Minute is an interview in support of the undeniable impact that entrepreneurs have on our communities. We will be highlighting 20 entrepreneurs in each of…
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Stantec expands Buildings team in South Carolina
January 10, 2023
Stantec, a leading global design and engineering firm, has welcomed Regina Fraiya, MSN, RN as a project director to its growing Buildings practice in Charleston. Fraiya brings more than 25…
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Rosen Hagood law firm announces new member
January 9, 2023
Rosen Hagood announced that Elizabeth Nicholson has been named as a non-equity member of the firm, effective January 1, 2023. Nicholson focuses her practice on business and commercial litigation, construction…
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The Citadel designated as federal Center of Excellence for Veteran Student Success, enhancing commitment to veteran students
January 9, 2023
Since it was founded in 1842, veterans have been an integral part of the Military College of South Carolina. Veteran students at The Citadel have the opportunity to earn their…
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Denise Hines joins Lowcountry Food Bank as Chief Financial Officer
January 9, 2023
Lowcountry Food Bank (LCFB) announced today that Denise Hines has joined the organization as Chief Financial Officer (CFO). This critical role directs the financial and accounting practices of LCFB. These…
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Green Bay couple opens Wisconsin Meat & Cheese store in Charleston
January 9, 2023A Wisconsin couple is spreading the culinary joys of the Badger State one stick of summer sausage and package of cheese curds at a time. Casey Diedrich and Taylor Ambrosius…
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Maynard Cooper & Gale and Nexsen Pruet announce merger
January 5, 2023Together, the 550+ attorney firm will broaden its reach across the U.S. Alabama-based Maynard Cooper & Gale and Carolinas-based Nexsen Pruet have agreed to merge into one national law firm operating under the…
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Colliers Dealmakers: Recent purchases, sales, leases and investments in South Carolina
January 5, 2023
Charleston / Columbia / Greenville-Spartanburg / Myrtle Beach, SC – Colliers | South Carolina announced the following recently completed commercial real estate transactions from our offices across the state: Charleston,…
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Black Food Truck Festival presents Battle of the Bands
January 5, 2023
Tickets are on sale now for Martin Luther King, Jr. Weekend at The Music Farm The Black Food Truck Festival presents The Battle of the Bands at The Music Farm,…
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Charleston Metro Chamber now accepting applications for skills-based leadership program
January 5, 2023
Charleston, SC – The Charleston Metro Chamber’s Leadership Discovery program, presented by Wells Fargo, is currently accepting applications for their Spring class until Friday, January 20. The 3-month program begins in February and has 10 sessions…
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South Carolina ranked 3rd on the 2022 U-Haul Growth Index
January 4, 2023
South Carolina has been ranked 3rd on the 2022 U-Haul Growth Index, a step up from the previous year. The U-Haul Growth Index is an effective gauge of how well states…
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Study shows 145% increase in South Carolina median home price since 2000
January 4, 2023
The red-hot pandemic housing market has finally cooled in recent months. Due to actions by the Federal Reserve to combat inflation, mortgage rates have more than doubled from the historic…
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Harbor Commercial Partners represents landlord in lease extension in North Charleston
January 4, 2023
Harbor Commercial Partners announces that Todd Garrett, CCIM, SIOR, Tradd Varner, SIOR, and Crawford Riddle represented the landlord, Pepperdam Industrial, LLC, in the lease extension of 2,000sf of industrial space…
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Lowcountry Food Bank’s Kara Moore named to No Kid Hungry’s Out of School Time Meals Champion Cohort
January 4, 2023
Lowcountry Food Bank‘s Director of Child Hunger Programs, Kara Moore, has been named to No Kid Hungry’s 2023 Out of School Time Meals Champion Cohort. Kara Moore is one of…
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Computer Science Chair, Renée McCauley, to receive Lifetime Service Award
January 4, 2023
For Renée McCauley, professor and chair of the Department of Computer Science, having a passion for computer science education extends far beyond the classroom. That’s one reason she is such a dedicated…
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Kids On Point receives $57,000 Power:Ed grant to expand its services to North Charleston
January 4, 2023Kids On Point (KOP), a nonprofit that works year-round with students in under-resourced Charleston neighborhoods to foster life-and career-readiness skills, has been awarded a $57,000 grant from Power:Ed, a philanthropy…
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Bryan Kitz named shareholder with Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd
January 4, 2023
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. announce that Bryan J. Kitz has been elected shareholder. Bryan Kitz is a commercial real estate attorney who counsels clients on a broad range of transactional…
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