Established law firm expands reach with new Charleston location and welcomes Lowcountry attorney
August 29, 2024
CHARLESTON, SC – LawyerLisa, an elder law and estate planning firm, announced the opening of its newest office in Mount Pleasant, strategically located to better serve clients in the Lowcountry…
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Community Association Management Services (CAMS) welcomes Ryan Condron as Director of Project Management to enhance client services
August 29, 2024
Community Association Management Services (CAMS) announced the appointment of Ryan Condron as the new Director of Project Management. This strategic addition to the CAMS team is set to bring significant…
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Public Tennis, Inc. gets a boost from Host & Home to benefit Community Tennis outreach programs
August 29, 2024
Hilton Head’s Host & Home Luxury Vacation Rentals recently announced that Public Tennis Inc. (PTi), a USTA Community Tennis Association and a USTA Foundation NJTL, is the beneficiary of its…
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Colliers South Carolina Retail Report: Vacancy near historic lows with construction concentrated in major markets
August 29, 2024
Commercial Real Estate Research & Forecast Report Q2 2024 South Carolina Retail Market Highlights Continued population growth across the state’s major metros has led to record-low vacancies in major markets…
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South Carolina Governor’s Schools to host joint information session in Greenville
August 28, 2024
The Governor’s School for Agriculture at John de la Howe (JDLH), Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities (SCGSAH), and the Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics (GSSM), and are…
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New fitness studio in Hanahan
August 28, 2024
Taylor Sekanovich and Vitré Ravenel Stephens of Harbor Commercial Partners represented the Landlord, Hanahan Retail Properties LLC, in a lease of 1,200 SF of retail space located at 1000 Tanner…
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Charleston County Parks acquires 19-acre property in Hollywood on Wallace Creek
August 28, 2024
Charleston County Parks has acquired the 19-acre Sea Island Small Farmers Cooperative property on Wallace Creek, a site of historical and cultural significance. The property, linked to the 1739 Stono…
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Queens Court in Mount Pleasant being redeveloped
August 28, 2024Queens Court, the residential complex situated across from Agave’s Cantina, is undergoing a redevelopment project. The former 22 duplexes have been demolished, making way for 22 new duplexes on the…
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Columbia attorney Sydney Lynn elected President of State’s leading association of lawyers
August 28, 2024
The South Carolina Association for Justice has unanimously elected Sydney Lynn as its new President. Lynn, an attorney at Charleston-based Joye Law Firm, will preside over the 1,400-member Association, which…
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Charleston launches Basin Flood Action Program to address immediate flooding concerns
August 28, 2024
Mayor William Cogswell unveiled the city’s new Basin Flood Action Program (BFAP) following a public workshop about the Charleston Integrated Water Plan with city council. BFAP marks a decisive step…
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Bourbon, dogs, music and more: Popular Freshfields Village events return this fall
August 27, 2024
Family-friendly events bring community together starting Labor Day Weekend Freshfields Village, the premier shopping, dining and entertainment destination 30 minutes from downtown Charleston, announced the return of popular community events…
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South Carolina Federal named one of the Best Places to Work in South Carolina
August 27, 2024
South Carolina Federal Credit Union was again named one of the Best Places to Work in South Carolina by SC Biz News, ranking No. 5 in the large employee category.…
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Charleston Metro Chamber announces Leadership Charleston Class of 2025
August 27, 2024
The Charleston Metro Chamber introduced the participants of the Leadership Charleston Class of 2025. For more than 50 years, the Chamber has provided this prestigious professional development experience, recognized for shaping the…
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Santee Cooper pursuing Rainey Generating Station expansion
August 27, 2024
Project would add capacity without increasing emissions rate The Santee Cooper Board of Directors authorized management to submit an application to the S.C. Public Service Commission related to the potential…
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USC hits record enrollment
August 27, 2024
As the fall semester begins, enrollment at the University of South Carolina has reached a record high. “We are excited to welcome another strong freshman class to USC,” President Michael…
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Moore & Van Allen recommits to Mansfield Certification process for 2024-25
August 27, 2024
Moore & Van Allen PLLC (MVA) announce that the firm has renewed its commitment for the Diversity Lab’s Mansfield Certification process, a year-long undertaking designed to ensure that qualified legal…
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Wells Fargo Foundation grants $200,000 to Hope For The Warriors to benefit programs supporting veterans in South Carolina
August 27, 2024The Wells Fargo Foundation recently awarded Hope For The Warriors (HOPE), a national nonprofit dedicated to restoring a foundation of stability, strength and community for post-9/11 military families, a…
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Melissa Fiore joins Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce as Director of Membership Engagement
August 27, 2024
The Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce announced the appointment of Melissa Fiore as a new Director of Membership Engagement. Melissa will help lead efforts to connect with current and prospective…
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SC Launch Inc. announces investment in Case Status
August 27, 2024
South Carolina Research Authority’s investment affiliate, SC Launch Inc., has invested $250,000 in Case Status. The North Charleston-based company has developed client engagement software with a simple-to-use mobile app that…
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MUSC receives nearly $4.69 million to improve lives throughout South Carolina
August 27, 2024
In its centennial year, The Duke Endowment has made four awards totaling nearly $4.69 million to help the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) improve access to health care throughout…
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SCMA announces the 2024-2025 class of the SC Manufacturing Leadership Program
August 26, 2024The South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance (SCMA) has announced its 2024-2025 class of 23 manufacturing leaders for the SC Manufacturing Leadership Program (SCMLP). The class is comprised of professionals representing a…
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United Community refreshes look across South Carolina
August 26, 2024
United Community, the largest bank headquartered in South Carolina, is getting a fresh new look. Every United branch in the Lowcountry and Midlands is updating its signage to the refreshed…
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Kiawah River opens waterfront outfitter
August 26, 2024
Kiawah River, a waterfront community on Johns Island and the region’s first agrihood, has announced the grand opening of The Landing, a one-stop-shop outfitter to book eco-tours and consult expert…
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Bubble Paper welcomes James Richards as new Design Engineer
August 23, 2024
Bubble Paper, a leader in sustainable packaging solutions, announce the addition of James Richards as the company’s new Design Engineer. With over 15 years of experience in design engineering and…
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Step back into the 60s Glamour at the 14th Annual Party for the Parks on Nov. 2
August 23, 2024
Tickets go on sale Sept. 10 at 10 a.m. The Charleston Parks Conservancy announced that the 14th Annual Party for the Parks will take place on November 2, 2024, at…
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Colliers Charleston Retail Report: Limited supply, population growth lower vacancy
August 23, 2024
Commercial Real Estate Research & Forecast Report Q2 2024 Charleston Retail Market Highlights Geographic constraints are forcing Charleston’s growth patterns outward with the bulk of new construction occurring in the…
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LRC Properties and GEM Realty Capital purchase Summerville, SC distribution center
August 23, 2024
Harbor Commercial Partners, LLC arranges Sale in Summerville, South Carolina. GVII-LRC FOL Owner, LLC, a joint venture between LRC Properties and affiliates of GEM Realty Capital, acquired the Fruit of…
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Buyer representation at 2026 Herbert St
August 22, 2024
David Newman and Walter Reid of Harbor Commercial Partners represented the Buyer in the sale of 1.04 acres of land at 2026 Herbert Street in Charleston. The Seller was represented…
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Office leased on Calhoun St
August 22, 2024
Harbor Commercial Partners announced that Jeremy Willits and Gerry Schauer, CCIM represented the Landlord, TIME Properties, LLC, in the lease of 2,000 SF of office space at 223 Calhoun Street.…
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Senator Katrina Shealy and Judge Merl Code to receive Riley Institute’s Statewide Leadership Awards
August 22, 2024
Honorees will be recognized at the Riley Institute at Furman’s eighteenth annual Riley-Wilkins OneSouthCarolina Legislative and Civic Leadership Awards Dinner The Riley Institute at Furman University has announced that South…
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The Beach Company announces exterior renovation plans for Village Pointe
August 22, 2024
The Beach Company announced that exterior renovations are underway at Village Pointe, a prominent retail destination in Mount Pleasant, S.C. Village Pointe is home to a diverse mix of tenants,…
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Charleston Metro Chamber President and CEO announces retirement
August 22, 2024
The Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce announced President and CEO Bryan Derreberry will retire at the end of 2024 after a distinguished 13-year tenure leading the organization. Under Derreberry’s leadership,…
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First reading of Union Pier tax increment financing district passes unanimously
August 22, 2024
Charleston City Council voted unanimously to initiate the establishment of a tax increment financing (TIF) district for the Union Pier property. This vote now signals Charleston County Council and the Charleston…
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Cargo volumes up 8% at Port of Charleston, up 19% at inland ports
August 22, 2024
Highly productive port operations and a strategic location in the thriving Southeast is driving cargo growth at South Carolina Ports. SC Ports had an 8% uptick in container volumes in…
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Prisma Health CSO Dr. Alain Litwin joins SCbio Strategic Advisory Board
August 22, 2024
SCbio welcomed Prisma Health Chief Scientific Officer Dr. Alain Litwin, MD, MPH, MS, to its Strategic Advisory Board. As Chief Scientific Officer, Litwin provides strategic and operational direction, promotes the…
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EO Charleston announces new chapter president and board
August 22, 2024
EO Charleston, the Lowcountry’s local chapter of Entrepreneurs’ Organization (EO), a global organization representing 19,000 entrepreneurs from more than 80 countries, welcomes a new chapter president and board of directors…
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Gov. Henry McMaster signs Abandoned Buildings Tax Credit Bill into law
August 21, 2024
Governor Henry McMaster was joined by members of the General Assembly and local business leaders for a ceremonial bill signing of S. 1021, which extends the Abandoned Buildings Tax Credit…
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Robert Ariail, Cartoonist
August 21, 2024
By Tom Poland In the beginning, there was the urge to draw—and inspiration, Saturday morning cartoons. “I’d drawn since I was a boy, spending hours with crayons, pencils, manila…
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Nexton announces grand opening of HYLO Fitness
August 21, 2024
Nexton announced the opening of HYLO Fitness, a fitness studio brand known for offering a unique combination of high-intensity and low-impact workout classes. The studio hosted a grand opening event…
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Charleston Dermatology opens fourth location, welcomes new dermatologist
August 20, 2024
Charleston Dermatology, a leading provider of medical, surgical and cosmetic skin care, announced the grand opening of its fourth location at the Berkeley Medical Complex. The new office opens on…
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Berkeley County Emergency Services Training Center receives $1.6M in state funding
August 20, 2024
For Site Expansion, Facility Upgrades The Berkeley County Emergency Services Training Center has received $1,616,398.57 in state funding for expansion and facility upgrades at its site in Moncks Corner. Since 1996,…
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Coastal Community Foundation opens disaster relief grant applications for Colleton County
August 20, 2024
Coastal Community Foundation is now accepting grant applications for nonprofits providing disaster relief and recovery in Colleton County. To apply organizations must be a registered 501(c)3 serving Colleton County. The…
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Eveon Containers expands North American operations with a new headquarters in Charleston County
August 20, 2024
Investment will create over 25 new jobs in the next 5 years FAST FACTS Eveon Containers (Eveon) is expanding its North American operations to include a new headquarters in Charleston…
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SCRA awards nearly $4 million to South Carolina colleges and universities
August 20, 2024
Lectures and term papers won’t be the only things happening in the state’s colleges and universities as faculty and students return this fall. Some will work on life-saving innovations such…
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SC Secretary of State Mark Hammond invites nominations for 2024 Angels
August 19, 2024
South Carolina Secretary of State Mark Hammond announced today that his office will accept nominations of charitable organizations for this year’s Angel awards. Every year, the Secretary of State honors…
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SC Works Trident partners with Lowcountry Careers Collaborative
August 19, 2024
New Initiative Aims to Train 1,000 Healthcare Workers by 2025 SC Works Trident, a Berkeley-Charleston-Dorchester Council of Governments (BCDCOG) program, is partnering with Lowcountry Careers Collaborative (LCC) to recruit 1,000 healthcare workers…
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South Carolina State Fair announces flash sale to celebrate 46 counties
August 19, 2024
The South Carolina State Fair announced a special flash sale on admission tickets in honor of our 46 counties. As part of this year’s theme, “46 Reasons to Celebrate South…
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WAJIBA wants to drive home a win for local charities
August 19, 2024
The West Ashley James Island Business Association (WAJIBA) is thrilled to announce a charity raffle offering a chance to win a brand new 2024 Ford Bronco from Palmetto Ford! This…
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Our Long Lost Prairie
August 16, 2024
By Tom Poland As I stood near rattlesnake master, a plant of the prairie, bison thundered across the prairie with a great sweep of fire raging behind them, seemingly…
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CCSD opens 2024-2025 school year with all teaching positions filled
August 16, 2024
Historic teacher fill rate to serve students well Charleston County School District (CCSD) is opening an unprecedented school year with its approximately 3,600 classroom teacher positions filled. Superintendent of Schools…
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