Just Say Something is throwing a Holiday Bazaar
November 2, 2020
Just Say Something is doing things a bit differently this fall! We would normally be having our Bucks for Shucks Oyster Roast fundraiser, but safety is our top priority for…
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Berkshire Hathaway Energy acquires Dominion Energy natural gas business
November 2, 2020
As of November 1, 2020, Berkshire Hathaway Energy has completed its acquisition of Dominion Energy’s Gas Transmission and Storage business in the eastern region. This new company, BHE GT&S, is…
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South Carolina companies honored for manufacturing excellence
November 2, 2020
The Manufacturing Excellence Awards ceremony that anchors the final day of the 2020 S.C. Manufacturing Conference and Expo was held recently. The virtual ceremony included Innovator of the Year Awards…
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Lexington District One ACT scores top state average
November 2, 2020
Lexington County School District One continues to outperform the state average on the ACT with an average score of 19.7, according to scores recently released by the South Carolina Department…
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West Columbia receives Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting for the 29th year
November 2, 2020
The Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting has been awarded to the City of West Columbia by the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada…
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CARTA Board approves free student fare program
November 2, 2020
The Charleston Area Transportation Authority (CARTA) Board of Directors voted at its most recent meeting to implement a permanent policy allowing students in grades K-12 to ride at no cost as part…
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Furman alumni Gordon and Sarah Herring donate $6.1 million to music department
November 2, 2020
Gordon Herring and Sarah Herring, Furman Class of 1965 and 1966, respectively, have pledged a gift of $6.1 million to the Furman Department of Music. Through the donation, the Herrings…
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New self-storage facility now open at Nexton
November 2, 2020
Local real estate development company JBC Properties has opened a new Sigma Drive Self Storage location at Nexton, South Carolina’s most innovative and walkable community. The newly constructed facility at…
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GaffneyLewis expands Charleston office with addition of new attorney
November 2, 2020
GaffneyLewis LLC announced that Emmanuel Ferguson has joined the firm as an attorney in the firm’s Charleston office. In addition to private practice experience, Ferguson served as an Assistant United…
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Berkshire Hathaway Energy completes acquisition of majority of Dominion Energy’s gas transmission and storage business
November 2, 2020
DES MOINES, Iowa – Berkshire Hathaway Energy announced it has completed the purchase of Dominion Energy’s natural gas transmission and storage business, exclusive of Questar Pipeline Group. The transaction consideration…
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Columbia Urban League – Young Professionals will provide relief to voters in the 2020 election
November 2, 2020
With support from Shield the Vote in partnership with Verizon, Nephron Pharmaceuticals and Premier Counseling, the Columbia Urban League Young Professionals will offer PPE, snacks and water to assist with…
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Local artist Julia Deckman opens studio and retail space
November 2, 2020Local artist Julia Deckman has opened a studio and retail shop in the Riverland Terrace neighborhood. In this unique space, Julia will create her art, teach workshops, and host collaborative…
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South Carolina Federal completes third merger of 2020
November 2, 2020
South Carolina Federal Credit Union is proud to announce its completed merger with Charleston County Teachers Federal Credit Union. This is South Carolina Federal’s third merger this year after merging…
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Colliers Report: Columbia retail adapts and gains resiliency amid pandemic
November 2, 2020
Research & Forecast Report Q3-2020 COLUMBIA | RETAIL Key Takeaways Several of the Columbia Bi-Lo grocery stores will be converted to Food Lion and Lowe’s by next summer. Quick service…
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Clemson animal and veterinary sciences students foster service dogs for veterans
November 2, 2020
Three handsome brothers reunited for a photo shoot on the Clemson campus on October 23, but had a hard time sitting still for the cameras. The three energetic siblings were…
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Colliers International | South Carolina and LCK offices pledge $82,298 to United Way
November 2, 2020
Colliers and LCK offices across South Carolina participated in a virtual “Together We Can” United Way campaign to raise dollars and collect canned goods for local communities Colliers International |…
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Commemorative prints of Black Lives Matter-inspired public art now available
November 2, 2020
Get a limited edition commemorative poster or postcard pack of the Black Lives Matter-inspired public art banners that are on display outside Richland Library Main (1431 Assembly Street). The Richland…
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“COME AND FIGHT ME!”
November 2, 2020
The culture and legacy of U.S. Marines By W. Thomas Smith Jr. AS WE NEAR THE 245TH BIRTHDAY OF MY MARINE CORPS, I was thinking about why annual November 10…
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Major Fostering Foster donor issues community challenge to donate up to $30,000 in matching funds
November 1, 2020
Fostering Foster Animal Rescue has the opportunity to end the year strong with the help of our community. A generous donor will match up to $30,000 in individual and business…
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Thornwell receives exemplary four-star Charity Navigator ranking for its financial accountability and adherence to its mission in its use of donor funds
October 30, 2020
Thornwell, a non-profit organization dedicated to serving and enriching the lives of children and families in Florida, Georgia, and South Carolina, has been recognized as a Top-Ranked Non-Profit by Charity…
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Clinton Engineer Selected as ASCE Upstate Branch President
October 30, 2020
Joseph Dyches, P.E., owner of Carolina Engineering and Surveying, LLC located in Clinton, has been selected to serve as the ASCE (American Society of Civil Engineers) Upstate Branch President for…
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BASF of Seneca supports local Oconee community during COVID-19 pandemic
October 30, 2020
The BASF site in Seneca continues to support the local Oconee community during the COVID-19 pandemic. Their team recently donated three boxes of BASF HandClasp, hand sanitizer made at BASF’s…
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DP3 Architects, Ltd. designs Hale’s Jewelers new flagship retail store
October 29, 2020
A jewelry box must itself have a level of craft and elegance that begins to tell the story of the jewelry it holds. DP3 Architects used this as a driving…
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S.C. Lt. Governor Pamela Evette, area hospital leaders join The Blood Connection in event to increase convalescent plasma donations to treat COVID-19 patients
October 29, 2020
Evette donated plasma on-site to demonstrate the ease of process As part of its recently launched “Turn Positive into a Positive” campaign to secure badly needed convalescent plasma donations, The…
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Halloween in Elmwood Park
October 29, 2020While Halloween in the historic Elmwood Park neighborhood is not cancelled, the Elmwood Park Neighborhood Association (EPNA) is asking residents and visitors to practice social distancing, wear COVID-appropriate masks, and…
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Carolina Moves Real Estate and Property Management acquires 4M Property Management and Daniel Madison
October 29, 2020Carolina Moves is excited to announce the recent acquisition of 4M Property Management and the addition of Daniel Madison to the Carolina Moves Property Management team. With this merger, Carolina…
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Beneficiary Designations: Why your Will and Trusts Aren’t Enough
October 29, 2020
By Anne Marie E. Ashworth, CFP® When developing a comprehensive estate plan, it is critical to understand which, if any, of your assets have (or could have) a beneficiary designated.…
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Lander University, Technical Colleges sign agreement to recognize general education credits for transfer students
October 29, 2020
Lander University and the South Carolina Technical College System have signed a partnership agreement to enhance the transfer of students from any one of the 16 technical colleges in South…
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Colliers Mortgage expands to Charleston with Assistant Vice President Adam Bergman
October 29, 2020
Colliers Mortgage enhances the platform of services offered to clients in South Carolina Adam Bergman, an experienced mortgage specialist, has joined Colliers Mortgage as Assistant Vice President and has established…
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Newsome: SC Ports poised for growth, big year ahead
October 29, 2020
SC Ports Authority continues to advance infrastructure projects and attract new business, securing its position as the preferred U.S. container port ahead of an incredibly significant year. SC Ports is…
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Venture X celebrates opening of new location in Charleston
October 29, 2020
Venture X®, a premium membership-based workspace community, is celebrating the opening of its newest location in North Charleston, SC. Previously a Serendipity Labs property, the 50,000 square-foot coworking space is…
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CRDA hires new Director of Global Business
October 29, 2020
The Charleston Regional Development Alliance (CRDA) is pleased to welcome R. Megan Anderson as the organization’s new Director, Global Business Development. In this role, Anderson will lead CRDA’s comprehensive, strategic…
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City encourages citizens to celebrate Halloween safely
October 29, 2020With coronavirus cases on the rise and Halloween approaching, the city of Charleston is asking citizens to stay safe by following Centers for Disease Control and Prevention guidelines while celebrating…
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Award-winning author & chef dishes up cultural significance of Soul Food
October 29, 2020
Join Richland Library as we feature a James Beard Award winner and renowned chef during Let’s Talk Race: A Conversation with Culinary Historian Michael Twitty from 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.,…
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Les Dames d’Escoffier Charleston Chapter announces Hospitality Yard Sale – November 8
October 29, 2020The Charleston Chapter of Les Dames D’Escoffier (LDEI), a worldwide philanthropic society of professional women leaders in the fields of food, fine beverage and hospitality, announced its upcoming yard sale…
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Congaree Land Trust announces collaborative conservation of 5,620 acres
October 29, 2020Four Conservation Easements Permanently Protect Richland County’s Natural and Scenic Lands Over 5,600 acres east of Fort Jackson Military Base and south of McEntire Joint National Guard Base in Richland…
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A M King begins construction on cold distribution center for Combs Wholesale Produce
October 29, 2020
Carolinas-based A M King, an Integrated Design-Build firm with an established presence in the Upstate, has begun construction of a USDA-certified, greenfield cold distribution facility for Combs Wholesale Produce Company…
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Valerie Miller of Marchant Real Estate receives prestigious CRS designation
October 29, 2020
Valerie Miller of Marchant Real Estate’s Valerie Miller + Partners team is striving to make a tangible difference in the lives of her clients within the Upstate. Valerie Miller +…
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Safer Upstate Discover Committee releases recommendations
October 29, 2020
Following a series of four meetings convened through Ten at the Top (TATT), the Creating a Safer Upstate Discovery Committee has announced a series of recommendations designed to promote collaboration…
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10 trivia questions to test your election knowledge
October 29, 2020
Have you ever wondered why presidential elections are held on a Tuesday? Or the reason why the Republican party symbol is an elephant and the Democratic party symbol is a…
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Howard Hanna Real Estate Services partners with Earnnest to offer agents fully digital earnest money payments
October 29, 2020
More than 11,000 Howard Hanna sales associates now have access to Earnnest’s industry-leading tool Earnnest, the largest digital earnest money service in the U.S., today announced it has partnered with…
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CCSD launches mobile app
October 29, 2020
Charleston County School District (CCSD) has launched the new CCSD Mobile App, where parents, students, and the community can find the latest news and information using their smartphones and mobile…
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First Things First for Red Devils in Union
October 29, 2020
A road football victory at Union County on Friday night will not nail down a Class 3A playoff slot for the Clinton Red Devils, but it’s all they can do.…
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Brewer Renewables establishing operations in Orangeburg County, SC
October 29, 2020
Brewer Renewables, a subsidiary of Seahorse Capital, announced plans to establish operations in Orangeburg County. The company is investing $85 million into the new operations. Founded in 2019, Brewer Renewables…
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SCRA announces investment in GoodUnited
October 29, 2020
South Carolina Research Authority (SCRA) announces its affiliate, SC Launch, Inc.’s investment of $200,000 to inKind, dba GoodUnited. The Charleston-based company is a worldwide leader in one-to-one conversational messaging between nonprofits…
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Greenville-based Graycliff Capital adds to residential holdings with acquisition of Lullwater at Riverwood near Augusta
October 29, 2020
Greenville-based Graycliff Capital Partners, LLC, a leading developer/owner in the multi-family sector, has acquired Lullwater at Riverwood, a well-maintained, Class-A, gated apartment community in Evans, Georgia – voted Money magazine’s…
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Kids Teeth urges parents to keep up with children’s dental checkups, cleanings
October 29, 2020
During the coronavirus pandemic, it’s tempting to put off routine medical care and checkups. But delaying those important exams could lead to additional problems down the road. The doctors and…
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Nova Molecular Technologies, Inc. expanding operations in Sumter County
October 28, 2020
Nova Molecular Technologies, Inc., a chemical manufacturing company, today announced plans to expand operations in Sumter County. The more than $14.9 million investment will create 25 new jobs. Founded in…
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South Carolina Department of Education launches new statewide program to engage students and families
October 28, 2020
State Superintendent of Education Molly Spearman announced a new program that will support students who need help navigating the challenges of COVID-19 learning environments. The ENGAGE South Carolina program will…
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Get Ready to Go Back in Time – Daylight Saving Time ends November 1st
October 28, 2020
Daylight Saving Time (often incorrectly referred to in the plural as Daylight Savings Time) ends on Sunday, November 1, 2020, at 2:00 A.M. So, on Saturday evening, our clocks need to…
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