Charleston Metro Chamber expands DE&I initiative
February 18, 2021
The Charleston Metro Chamber announced the expansion of its Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DE&I) initiative. Grace Hamilton, who previously served as the Chamber’s Senior Manager of Member Services, now serves…
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City of Charleston piloting free mattress recycling program
February 18, 2021
The city of Charleston recently received grant funding from the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control to pilot a mattress and box spring recycling program for city residents.…
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Historic Columbia launches ‘Historically Complex’ podcast series about the South Carolina State House grounds
February 18, 2021
Historic Columbia has launched a new podcast series. “Historically Complex” is a four-episode introduction to the layered history of the South Carolina State House grounds. Dr. Lydia Mattice Brandt, associate professor…
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Jean Blackwell elected chair of Ingevity’s board of directors
February 17, 2021
Ingevity Corporation (NYSE: NGVT) announced that Jean Blackwell has been elected by the company’s board of directors as chair of the board. Jean’s appointment comes in the wake of the…
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Highest Morningstar Rating for Wallick Investments’ Fidelis
February 17, 2021
Wallick Investments, LLC’s faith and factor-based separate account composite, Fidelis, received a 5-star Morningstar RatingTM among 446 Large-Cap Value products for 3-year, 5-year and Overall risk-adjusted performance as of December…
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Close Ones Continue to Slip Away
February 17, 2021
Three times this year at Templeton Center, the Presbyterian College women’s basketball team has lost games in the final two seconds. The latest was a 61-59 win by UNC Asheville…
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Tasha Butler introduces Columbia to a better-insurance buying experience, opens a Brightway Insurance Agency
February 17, 2021
Residents in and around Columbia now can experience a better way to buy insurance for their homes, vehicles and much more as veteran Insurance Agent and now Brightway Agency Owner,…
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Lexington District One tennis coach earns high honor
February 17, 2021
The National Federation of State High School Associations named River Bluff High School’s Brian J. Lim the 2019–2020 Southern Section Girls Tennis Coach of the Year. The South Section includes…
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Clinton 26 Commerce Park – Open for Business
February 17, 2021
Clinton 26 Commerce Park is one of the premier industrial parks in Clinton and surrounding Laurens County. Strategically located near the junction of I-26 and I-385, Clinton 26 Commerce Parks…
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Make-A-Wish South Carolina to Hold Virtual Wish Ball February 20th
February 17, 2021
For 35 years, with the support of local communities and volunteers, Make-A-Wish® South Carolina has worked to deliver hope to more than 3,000 kids facing critical illnesses and their families.…
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SeamonWhiteside announces Dr. Hassan Ismail as new Civil Engineering Project Coordinator
February 17, 2021
SeamonWhiteside, a full-service land design firm with offices throughout the Carolinas, welcomes Dr. Hassan Ismail to the Greenville office in his new role as the Civil Engineering Project Coordinator. As…
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Countdown to QT in Clinton
February 17, 2021
There’s something new coming to Clinton. You can’t help but notice the massive construction site just off Interstate 26 at Exit 54. Now coming close to completion, the countdown is…
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BASF donates to Daniel High state championship rings
February 17, 2021Earlier this week, Elba Lizardi, the site director for BASF in Seneca presented members of the Daniel High Football team a check for $500 to go toward the purchase of…
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South Carolina Search & Rescue Dog Association assists in search at historic graveyard at Lebanon Presbyterian Church in Abbeville, SC
February 17, 2021South Carolina Search & Rescue Dog Association (SCSARDA), a non-profit, all-volunteer professional search and rescue team dedicated to finding missing people with highly trained search dogs, has assisted in a…
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Les Dames D’Escoffier to host virtual fundraising podcast
February 17, 2021
The Charleston Chapter of Les Dames D’Escoffier (LDEI) is pleased to announce a special fundraising edition of Helen Mitternight’s Hidden F&B podcast, featuring Grand Dame Nathalie Dupree and Dames Johnny…
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GreenWood, Inc. earns the McGriff Workplace Safety Excellence award for 10th consecutive year
February 17, 2021
GreenWood, Inc., an integrated maintenance, construction, and workforce solutions provider, was recently presented with the McGriff Workplace Safety Excellence Award for achieving excellence in safety performance throughout the company. Issued…
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Hartness announces new director and project coordinator for Hartness Construction
February 17, 2021Hartness, a new 444-acre urban village founded by the Hartness family and located on Greenville’s Eastside, is pleased to announce the appointment of Lee Humrickhouse as director of Hartness Construction…
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MTC Commission names Dr. James L. Hudgins as President Emeritus
February 17, 2021
The Midlands Technical College Commission today named Dr. James L. Hudgins as President Emeritus. Dr. Hudgins was MTC’s third president, serving from 1986-1999, and was the longest-serving president in the…
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The Cayce Arts Guild’s first group show at Still Hopes Retirement Community runs February 11 through March 26
February 17, 2021Still Hopes Episcopal Retirement Community is the host venue for the Cayce Arts Guild’s (CAG) first group show. The exhibit will be on display through March 26 in the Main…
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Laurens County Deputy Recognized by the Humane Society of the United States
February 17, 2021
Sgt. Brown with the Laurens County Sheriff’s Animal Control Office was recently recognized for his work to break up puppy mills. “We are very proud of Sgt. Brown and his…
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Periodontal Disease and COVID-19?
February 17, 2021
What is Periodontal Disease? You may have heard the term “periodontal disease” or “gum disease” at your dental office before. Periodontal disease is defined as serious infection and inflammation of…
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Nancye Bailey earns Certified Association Executive credential
February 16, 2021
ASAE has announced that Nancye Bailey, President of NDB Association & Event Management, has earned the Certified Association Executive (CAE®) designation. The CAE is the highest professional credential in the…
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Southern First announces promotion of Kevin Lee to Market Executive
February 16, 2021Southern First Bank (NASDAQ: SFST), a unique Southeastern financial institution poised to expand and grow, announces the promotion of Kevin Lee to Market Executive of the Charleston region. With over…
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Make Learning to Save Fun and Easy for Kids this America Saves Week
February 16, 2021
By State Treasurer Curtis Loftis When it comes to learning something new, you often hear, “it’s never too late.” But when it comes to smart money habits, it’s almost never…
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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis reminds teachers about application deadline for SC Financial Literacy Master Teacher Program
February 16, 2021
March 31 is deadline for third cohort of master teachers State Treasurer Curtis Loftis is reminding teachers interested in participating in the South Carolina Financial Literacy Master Teacher Program that…
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The Blackbaud Institute’s 2020 Charitable Giving Report finds that online giving grew 21% amidst global pandemic
February 16, 2021
The Blackbaud Institute, a research division of Blackbaud, today released its ninth-annual Charitable Giving Report. Tracking over $40 billion in US-based charitable giving from the Blackbaud Institute Index, the report…
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1-million-square-foot speculative building underway in Charleston region
February 16, 2021The Keith Corporation and South Carolina Ports Authority are pleased to announce the groundbreaking of the largest speculative industrial facility ever built in the Charleston region — a 1,019,200-square-foot, cross-dock industrial building…
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CCSD schools get creative when it comes to physical activity
February 16, 2021Health and physical education are an essential part of Charleston County School District’s curriculum, and a growing trend among PE instructors is the use of climbing walls. Oakland Elementary School…
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MUSC Health Charleston joins Humana Medicare Advantage network
February 16, 2021
More people with Medicare now have access to the world-class physicians at MUSC Health, thanks to a new agreement with insurer Humana. MUSC Health physicians are now included in Humana’s…
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Charleston Metro Chamber welcomes new staff
February 16, 2021
The Charleston Metro Chamber is pleased to announce Cassie Flanick as Director of Membership Relations and Bailey Vincett as Government Relations Coordinator. As Director of Member Relations, Cassie is responsible for the…
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Mayor John Tecklenburg launches Mayor’s Book Club for Kids
February 16, 2021
The Mayor’s Book Club, a fun new initiative for kids, launched last week as Mayor John Tecklenburg recorded a virtual reading of the inaugural book selection, “The Freedom Ship of…
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New I-26 widening & Jedburg Road interchange ramps opened
February 16, 2021The new entrance/exit ramps along the interstate for the I-26 widening and Jedburg Road (S-16) Interchange Project are scheduled to open for public access on February 14 and 15 (See map attached.). Traffic…
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SC Ports welcomes six hybrid RTG cranes to Leatherman Terminal
February 16, 2021South Carolina Ports welcomed six hybrid rubber-tired gantry cranes to the Hugh K. Leatherman Terminal this weekend. The new rubber-tired gantry (RTG) cranes are the final pieces of cargo-handling equipment to arrive for…
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HireQuest, Inc. announces acquisition of LINK Staffing
February 16, 2021
HireQuest Acquires 35 Franchised Locations in 9 States, With Concentrations in Florida and Texas GOOSE CREEK, S.C. – HireQuest, Inc. (Nasdaq: HQI), a national franchisor of on-demand and temporary staffing…
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Charleston Metro Chamber announces Spring 2021 Leadership Discovery Class
February 16, 2021
Leadership Discovery, a leadership development program by the Charleston Metro Chamber, is excited to welcome the Spring 2021 class. Leadership Discovery is an innovative program that allows participants the opportunity to learn from…
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National Safe Place Network welcomes The COMET’s Executive Director/CEO to its Advisory Board
February 16, 2021
NSPN and The COMET Expand Partnership to Help Keep Youth Safe National Safe Place Network (NSPN) and The Central Midlands Regional Transit Authority (The COMET) have expanded their partnership by…
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Clemson embarks on new era in advanced materials, energy, environmental research and workforce development with SRNL
February 16, 2021
Clemson University will play a significant role in advancing the nation’s environmental, energy, and national security research and workforce development efforts as a member of the Battelle Savannah River Alliance…
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TTI Floor Care North America establishing operations in Spartanburg County
February 16, 2021
$93 million investment will create 134 new jobs TTI Floor Care North America, a leading floor care company, has announced plans to establish a new distribution center in Spartanburg County.…
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United Community Bank rank earns top honors from Forbes
February 16, 2021
United Community Bank has recently been recognized on two prestigious lists by Forbes magazine. For the eighth consecutive year, the bank was named to Forbes list of America’s Best 100…
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SCRA announces investment in drone-related startup, UASidekick
February 16, 2021South Carolina Research Authority (SCRA) announces its affiliate, SC Launch, Inc.’s, investment of $200,000 in UASidekick, Inc., a Greenville-based drone software company. UASidekick became an SC Launch Member Company in…
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Infinity Marketing adds Two Way Radio Center to client roster
February 16, 2021
Infinity Marketing, a fully integrated marketing firm, recently welcomed Two Way Radio Center as a new client. The agency is providing the radio supplier with media campaigns focusing on lead…
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Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd and John Tiller recognized in 2021 Benchmark Litigation Rankings
February 16, 2021
Benchmark Litigation has recognized Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd’s John Tiller as a Local Litigation Star in the areas of Product Liability and Securities in its 2021 rankings. Benchmark Litigation also ranked…
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13th Annual Lake Greenwood Cleanup Scheduled for March 6th
February 16, 2021
This year, the Laurens County Chamber of Commerce (LCCC) and the Laurens County Sheriff’s Office, through the Laurens County Beautification efforts, are partnering to advance the impact of the annual…
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Clinton Girls Go Out with a Win
February 15, 2021
A veteran Clinton High girls’ basketball team entered the season with high hopes after winning the Region 3-3A championship a year ago. Thirteen games were lost to COVID-19. A returning…
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South Carolina COVID-19 vaccine demographics presented in new online dashboard
February 15, 2021
Data will help drive efforts to ensure all South Carolinians have equal access to COVID-19 vaccine The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) today launched a new…
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African American History Series Sponsored by the Laurens County Museum Association
February 15, 2021
The Laurens County Museum will hold the second event in the African American History Series on February 17th. This event will feature Attorney LaBrenda Garrett-Nelson, JD, LLM, CG®, CGL. She…
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A lifetime of lessons in stakeholder management
February 15, 2021
By Amanda Loveday NP Strategy I recently celebrated five years at NP Strategy. Since I began as the first full-time employee, we’ve built an incredible group of 25 individuals…
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Laurens County Resident Among Those Honored for Work to Make Wishes Come True
February 15, 2021
Make-A-Wish® South Carolina recently recognized eight South Carolina women for their philanthropic achievements via a virtual award ceremony. Each dynamic woman was a 2020 honoree in the W.I.S.H. Society. Honorees…
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Weston, Inc. expands Southeast Industrial Properties portfolio with acquisition of three vacant properties in Columbia, SC market
February 15, 2021
Colliers | South Carolina represented Weston in the acquisition and will handle leasing, marketing and property management for the properties Weston, Inc., a privately held industrial property owner and developer…
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Cherry Orchard Dental Specialists break ground on new facility to expand practice
February 15, 2021
Cherry Orchard Dental Specialists broke ground on their new facility on Thursday, February 4, 2021. This milestone event has been years in the making as husband-and-wife team, Drs. Brian and…
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