1×1 Design welcomes Rachel DeBacker to the team
August 30, 20161×1 Design announced that Rachel DeBacker, AIA, LEED AP has joined the team. Rachel earned her Bachelor of Science in Architecture from University of Virginia in 2002, followed by her…
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Mayor Benjamin welcomes new office staff
August 30, 2016Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin has named several new office staff members. The Mayor’s staff now includes Heyward Harvin as Executive Advisor, Lauren Harper as Advisor of Policy and Communications, Karen…
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Lourie Center celebrates National Senior Center Month
August 30, 2016Each September, the Lourie Center National celebrates National Senior Center Month, and recognizes the many ways older adults contribute back to their communities and enjoy an active, high quality of…
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Albert’s Deli opens second location at Bank of America Plaza
August 30, 2016Colliers International brings another eatery to the rapidly-developing Main Street corridor in downtown Columbia Colliers International’s Allen Wilkerson represented the landlord, AgFirst Farm Credit Bank, in the lease of restaurant…
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Amigone joins Available Technology
August 30, 2016Josh Amigone, a resident of Greer, has joined Available Technology as an information technology specialist. Amigone brings more than 6 years of experience to his role, where he will work…
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Repealing Durbin Amendment Would Help SC
August 30, 2016By Cathy Novinger Small businesses are the backbone of economic growth and many need support from financial institutions to help start and expand their operations. Without our small businesses…
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Palmetto Health-USC Medical Group Orthopedics bringing high school football to Spirit Communications Park
August 30, 2016COLUMBIA, SC – The pigskin and pads are coming to Spirit Communications Park this fall. The Fireflies are excited to host the first local high school football games at Ballpark…
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Three Rosen Hagood attorneys named 2017 Best Lawyers® “Lawyer of the Year” in Charleston
August 30, 2016The Best Lawyers in America has recognized three Rosen Hagood attorneys with the designation of 2017 “Lawyer of the Year” for their respective practice areas in Charleston. Only one attorney…
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Personal teller machines featured at new SAFE Federal Credit Union branch
August 30, 2016SAFE Federal Credit Union is the first South Carolina-based financial institution to offer Personal Teller Machines, allowing members to drive up to the machines – just as they do with…
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The University of South Carolina sets new research award record
August 30, 2016Led by projects like stroke recovery research and school improvement initiatives, the University of South Carolina set a new record this year for research and sponsored awards, bringing in more…
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The University of South Carolina sets new research award record
August 30, 2016Led by projects like stroke recovery research and school improvement initiatives, the University of South Carolina set a new record this year for research and sponsored awards, bringing in more…
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NAI Avant brokers ±5.03 acre land sale in Irmo
August 30, 2016NAI Avant broker Peyton Bryant recently represented the seller, Christ Church of the Carolinas, Ltd., in the sale of ±5.03 acres of land for redevelopment. The land, located at 25…
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Richland County plans upgrades to Broad River Wastewater Treatment Facility
August 30, 2016Richland County is planning upgrades to its wastewater treatment facility serving customers in the northwest area to improve system operations and help maintain the water quality in the Broad River.…
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The GSSM Foundation to lead Startsville, the Hartsville community’s downtown Innovation Center
August 30, 2016The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science and Mathematics Foundation has entered a partnership with the City of Hartsville to open a new, off-campus entrepreneurship hub known as Startsville: the…
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The GSSM Foundation to lead Startsville, the Hartsville community’s downtown Innovation Center
August 30, 2016The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science and Mathematics Foundation has entered a partnership with the City of Hartsville to open a new, off-campus entrepreneurship hub known as Startsville: the…
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Colliers Report: South Carolina Prepares for Industrial Expansion
August 30, 2016Key Takeaways Robust interest led to record absorption in the second quarter. South Carolina’s industrial market absorbed nearly 4.9 million square feet leading to a vacancy rate of 7.0%. South…
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Colliers Report: South Carolina Prepares for Industrial Expansion
August 30, 2016Key Takeaways Robust interest led to record absorption in the second quarter. South Carolina’s industrial market absorbed nearly 4.9 million square feet leading to a vacancy rate of 7.0%. South…
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Repealing Durbin Amendment Would Help SC
August 30, 2016By Cathy Novinger Small businesses are the backbone of economic growth and many need support from financial institutions to help start and expand their operations. Without our small businesses…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: banking-and-finance, headlines, on-the-move, op-ed
Three Rosen Hagood attorneys named 2017 Best Lawyers® “Lawyer of the Year” in Charleston
August 30, 2016The Best Lawyers in America has recognized three Rosen Hagood attorneys with the designation of 2017 “Lawyer of the Year” for their respective practice areas in Charleston. Only one attorney…
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NAI Avant brokers ±5.03 acre land sale in Irmo
August 30, 2016NAI Avant broker Peyton Bryant recently represented the seller, Christ Church of the Carolinas, Ltd., in the sale of ±5.03 acres of land for redevelopment. The land, located at 25…
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Amigone joins Available Technology
August 30, 2016Josh Amigone, a resident of Greer, has joined Available Technology as an information technology specialist. Amigone brings more than 6 years of experience to his role, where he will work…
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Personal teller machines featured at new SAFE Federal Credit Union branch
August 30, 2016SAFE Federal Credit Union is the first South Carolina-based financial institution to offer Personal Teller Machines, allowing members to drive up to the machines – just as they do with…
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Renewable Water Resources recognizes industries for compliance excellency
August 29, 2016Renewable Water Resources (ReWa) honored 45 local companies for demonstrating excellent in compliance with environmental regulation at its 24th Annual Compliance Excellency Awards Banquet this month. The Compliance Excellency Awards…
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Jackson hires Chris Brady as Interactive Services Manager
August 29, 2016Jackson Marketing, Motorsports & Events, South Carolina’s second-largest integrated marketing communications and events agency, has hired Chris Brady as Interactive Services Manager. Brady is responsible for managing workflow, resource allocation,…
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All Clear Plumbing adds apprentice to growing team
August 29, 2016All Clear Plumbing welcomes Chris Gast as an apprentice, continuing to grow its team of skilled tradesmen. Gast is a Mauldin High School graduate, and is training to become a…
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Phillips Staffing promotes Debbie Bright to Senior Recruiter
August 29, 2016Phillips Staffing has promoted Debbie Bright to Senior Recruiter in its corporate office, effective immediately. Phillips Staffing is one of South Carolina’s largest and fastest-growing staffing and human capital solution…
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Ziff Properties acquires self-storage facility
August 29, 2016Ziff Properties, Inc. announced the acquisition of Beltline Self Storage, a 51,285-square-foot self-storage facility in Anderson, SC. The property was purchased for $4.56 million and included the assumption of CMBS…
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HealthSouth and Tidelands Health announce joint venture in South Carolina
August 29, 2016MURRELLS INLET, SC – HealthSouth Corporation (NYSE: HLS) and Tidelands Health have formed a joint venture to own and operate Tidelands’ existing inpatient rehabilitation hospital. The hospital is located at…
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HealthSouth and Tidelands Health announce joint venture in South Carolina
August 29, 2016MURRELLS INLET, SC – HealthSouth Corporation (NYSE: HLS) and Tidelands Health have formed a joint venture to own and operate Tidelands’ existing inpatient rehabilitation hospital. The hospital is located at…
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SC Bar offers free legal clinics in the Midlands
August 29, 2016Local attorneys to speak on a variety of legal issues The SC Bar Pro Bono Program will sponsor five free legal clinics in the Midlands in September. The schedule is…
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High school robotics team launches at Lexington Technology Center
August 29, 2016Lexington County School District One’s robotics competition team flipped the switch to the “on” position and is ready for launch. Lexington District One will house the new club at Lexington…
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Explore Nature at Riverfront Park
August 29, 2016Get up close and personal with nature during free guided walks at Riverfront Park. Participants will have the chance to discover butterflies and dragonflies, learn the history of the Columbia…
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Dina Mangum Joins ERA Wilder Realty Northeast
August 29, 2016Dina Mangum Joins Firm with Experience ERA Wilder Realty recently announced the addition of Dina Mangum to its team of real estate sales professionals serving consumers in the Northeast area.…
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NAI Avant reports continued leasing velocity in three-building professional park in Forest Acres, SC
August 29, 2016NAI Avant senior broker Macon Lovelace and NAI Avant broker Peyton Bryant recently represented the landlord in another lease in the Landmark Professional Office and Medical Park. Wilson Jones Carter…
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Phillips Staffing promotes Debbie Bright to Senior Recruiter
August 29, 2016Phillips Staffing has promoted Debbie Bright to Senior Recruiter in its corporate office, effective immediately. Phillips Staffing is one of South Carolina’s largest and fastest-growing staffing and human capital solution…
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NAI Avant reports continued leasing velocity in three-building professional park in Forest Acres, SC
August 29, 2016NAI Avant senior broker Macon Lovelace and NAI Avant broker Peyton Bryant recently represented the landlord in another lease in the Landmark Professional Office and Medical Park. Wilson Jones Carter…
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High school robotics team launches at Lexington Technology Center
August 29, 2016Lexington County School District One’s robotics competition team flipped the switch to the “on” position and is ready for launch. Lexington District One will house the new club at Lexington…
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Red Cross hosting disaster responder bootcamp on August 31 – volunteers to learn essential skills for helping the South Carolina during a disaster
August 26, 2016Here in South Carolina, we are no strangers to any sort of disaster. Whether it’s a flood event, tornado, or a hurricane, the American Red Cross responds, providing food and…
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Red Cross helps thousands in Louisiana; provides shelter, food, relief supplies
August 26, 2016More than 70 Red Crossers from South Carolina Helping Families in Louisiana The American Red Cross remains on the ground in Louisiana, with volunteers across nearly half of the state…
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Derrick Stubbs Tax & Audit Specialist Caroline Hinson selected for Leadership Columbia Class of 2017
August 26, 2016Derrick, Stubbs & Stith, LLP, a Columbia firm providing accounting, auditing, taxation and business consulting, announce Caroline Hinson has been selected as a member of the Leadership Columbia Class of…
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Author and President of Belmont Abbey College to address SC Christian Chamber September 28th
August 26, 2016Dr. Bill Thierfelder, sports psychologist, Olympian, defender of religious liberty and author of Less Than a Minute To Go: The Secret to World-Class Performance in Sport, Business and Everyday Life…
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Fisher Phillips attorney selected to John Belton O’Neall Inn of Court
August 26, 2016Christy Rogers, an attorney at labor and employment firm Fisher Phillips, has joined the John Belton O’Neall Inn of Court as an associate member. The John Belton O’Neall Inn of…
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NAI Avant facilitates continued growth for restaurant Urban Cookhouse
August 26, 2016NAI Avant senior brokers Roger Winn,SIOR and Jeff Hein, SIOR recently represented Urban Cookhouse in a ±3,055 square foot (SF) lease at 1126-1130 Bowman Road in Mount Pleasant, SC. The…
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Rhythmlink named to 2016 Inc. 5000 List
August 26, 2016COLUMBIA, SC – Rhythmlink is proud to announce that the company has been placed on the Inc 5000 fastest growing companies list, receiving a ranking of 4,962 for 2016. “We are…
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The origin of the District Five apple logo
August 26, 2016Teachers in Lexington-Richland School District Five have many talents, and for one elementary teacher, that talent led to the design of District Five’s ‘d5’ Apple logo. Nancy Davis, a second…
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Midlands Technical College names top employees for 2016
August 26, 2016Midlands Technical College (MTC) kicked off its fall semester by honoring its Employees of the Year for 2016. Combined, all five honorees represent 112 years of service to MTC, its…
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King Charles Inn welcomes Ray Berrouet as Director of Sales
August 26, 2016King Charles Inn, a historic hotel located in the heart of downtown Charleston, welcomes Ray Berrouet to its staff. Berrouet has joined the King Charles Inn team as its Director…
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Shane Whiddon named Executive Chef at Virginia’s on King, announces new menu featuring Lowcountry favorites
August 26, 2016Virginia’s on King, a restaurant specializing in quintessential Lowcountry cuisine in the heart of Charleston, announced that Shane Whiddon has been hired as Executive Chef. A Georgia native with more…
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Honda of South Carolina expanding manufacturing facility
August 26, 2016Company Investing $45 Million To Create 250 New Jobs Honda of South Carolina Manufacturing, Inc., a company that specializes in the manufacturing of world-class all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) and side-by-side (SxS)…
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Honda of South Carolina expanding manufacturing facility
August 26, 2016Company Investing $45 Million To Create 250 New Jobs Honda of South Carolina Manufacturing, Inc., a company that specializes in the manufacturing of world-class all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) and side-by-side (SxS)…
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