Cypress Real Estate secures lease for Discount Tire on Garners Ferry Road
May 23, 2016
Columbia’s Cypress Real Estate Partners helps to bring Discount Tire, one of the preeminent tire retailers in the country, to Garner’s Ferry Road. Cypress Real Estate Partners’ Mark James…
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DEW Executive Director Cheryl Stanton’s April 2016 Employment Statement
May 22, 2016
“It is encouraging to see the large number of people entering the labor force – and finding work. More people are working then ever in our state’s history. South Carolinians…
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South Carolina’s Employment Situation April 2016
May 22, 2016
Employment Growth Maintains Momentum Unemployment Rate Inches Upward The number of people working in South Carolina increased to a new record in April 2016, rising by 7,268 to 2,181,923. During…
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Allegiance Industries acquires Mattox Electric Company
May 22, 2016COLUMBIA, SC – Allegiance Industries, Inc., announced that it has acquired Mattox Electric Company, Inc.The merger will better serve the needs of former Mattox customers and existing Allegiance clients by…
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Small Business Lunch at Halls is June 2nd
May 22, 2016
The King Street Marketing Group and Halls Chophouse are pleased to welcome Alan T. Shao, Ph.D., Dean of the School of Business at the College of Charleston, as our guest…
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Tripp Whitener joins South State Bank
May 22, 2016
COLUMBIA, SC – South State Bank announced that Tripp Whitener has joined the company as a senior commercial lender. A native of Columbia, Whitener will be responsible for growing the…
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Drivers should expect Chrome Drive detours this weekend
May 20, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – A roughly one-mile portion of Chrome Drive will have a detour this weekend as crews work on the next stages of the 85-385 Gateway Project. Chrome Drive…
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Riverbanks boasts new flock of senior leaders
May 20, 2016Zoo also Names New Society Board President COLUMBIA, SC – As Destination Riverbanks continues to soar, the Zoo also is spreading its wings with new additions to its senior management…
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United Community Bank Ice on Main reveals new logo
May 20, 2016
As its 6th season approaches later this year, United Community Bank Ice on Main revealed a new, refreshed logo. The City of Greenville and United Community Bank worked with Crawford…
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The Woodlands at Furman celebrates Continuing Care Retirement Communities week
May 20, 2016
The Woodlands at Furman residents and staff celebrated Continuing Care Retirement Communities (CCRC) week this week, in a celebration of active, engaged living throughout the retirement years. CCRC week is…
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Taylors Fire and Sewer District receives top rating
May 20, 2016
Taylors Fire and Sewer District is pleased to announce the district has been notified that it has received a satisfactory rating by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental…
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Gantt Fire and Sewer District dedicates new headquarters
May 20, 2016
Gantt Fire and Sewer District announced the opening of the district’s new headquarters located at 1201 White Horse Road in Greenville. The district’s Board of Commissioners recently hosted a dedication…
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County of Lexington replacing trees on South Lake Drive
May 20, 2016
The County of Lexington will begin the process of replacing 16 trees along South Lake Drive on Saturday, May 21, in an effort to provide required clearance for overhead utility…
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Meadow Glen Middle School teacher receives state award
May 20, 2016
LEXINGTON, SC – Lexington County School District One congratulates Meadow Glen Middle School Sixth-Grade Social Studies Teacher Albert Robertson on receiving the Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History 2016 South…
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Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Columbia announces 2016 Big of the Year
May 20, 2016
COLUMBIA, SC – Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Columbia is proud to announce Julia Evans as Big of the Year 2016 for the state of South Carolina. Julia will…
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B. Smith to speak about Alzheimer’s at South Carolina State House
May 20, 2016
COLUMBIA, SC – On Thursday, May 26, 2016, at 10:00 a.m., the State House will usher in June as Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month with a special press conference featuring…
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Dr. Karen Woodward named administrator of the year
May 19, 2016
LEXINGTON, SC – Lexington County School District One congratulates former Lexington One Superintendent Karen C. Woodward, Ed.D., who received the Lexington County School District One Educational Foundation 2016 Joseph M.…
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Sowell Gray member Tina Cundari named SC Bar Pro Bono Lawyer of the Year
May 19, 2016COLUMBIA, SC – Sowell Gray Stepp & Laffitte, LLC announced that Tina Cundari was named a 2016 Pro Bono Lawyer of the Year by the South Carolina Bar. The award…
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2016 Ken Bower Scholarship recipients announced
May 19, 2016
Five Teacher Cadets awarded from across the state The Ken Bower Teacher Cadet Scholarship, named in memory of Dr. Ken Bower, an architect of the original Teacher Cadet course…
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2016 Ken Bower Scholarship recipients announced
May 19, 2016
Five Teacher Cadets awarded from across the state The Ken Bower Teacher Cadet Scholarship, named in memory of Dr. Ken Bower, an architect of the original Teacher Cadet course…
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Palmetto Health Children’s Hospital physicians concerned about rise in heat stroke deaths in children
May 19, 2016
Physicians remind community of how quickly temperatures can rise in cars Pediatric critical care physician Jason Peck, M.D., pediatric intensivist at Palmetto Health Children’s Hospital, has seen the tragic…
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AT&T invests more than $800M over 3-year period to enhance local networks in South Carolina
May 19, 2016
AT&T has invested more than $800 million in South Carolina wireless and wired networks during 2013-2015. These investments drive a wide range of upgrades to reliability, coverage, speed and overall…
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AT&T invests more than $800M over 3-year period to enhance local networks in South Carolina
May 19, 2016
AT&T has invested more than $800 million in South Carolina wireless and wired networks during 2013-2015. These investments drive a wide range of upgrades to reliability, coverage, speed and overall…
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National Bike Month 2016
May 19, 2016National Bike Month is an opportunity to celebrate the unique power of the bicycle and the many reasons to ride. Check out what’s going here: https://www.facebook.com/BikePedestrianAdvisoryCommitteebpac/
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Lowcountry Red Cross volunteer assisting with disaster relief in Houston
May 19, 2016Texas has been having a tough year with disaster after disaster impacting the Lone Star State, and American Red Cross workers, including several from South Carolina, have been helping affected…
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City to launch Career Portal
May 19, 2016
On May 31, the City of Columbia will launch a new, easy-to-use online employment application solution. With the new solution you will be able to apply for positions on-line, get…
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Pawmetto Lifeline Offering $20 Spay/Neuter Surgeries for Puppies & Kittens with PetSmart Charities Grant
May 19, 2016Pawmetto Lifeline says kittens and puppies can go into heat as early as 4 and 5 months old Sponsored by PetSmart Charities® “Precious, Not Parents” campaign offers $20 spay/neuter surgeries…
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David Lockwood appointed Chief Operating Officer of Colliers International South Carolina
May 19, 2016
David C. Lockwood III, SIOR, CCIM, Executive Vice President of Colliers International South Carolina, has been appointed Chief Operating Officer of the Company. Lockwood has been associated with Colliers for…
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David Lockwood appointed Chief Operating Officer of Colliers International South Carolina
May 19, 2016
David C. Lockwood III, SIOR, CCIM, Executive Vice President of Colliers International South Carolina, has been appointed Chief Operating Officer of the Company. Lockwood has been associated with Colliers for…
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Pawmetto Lifeline Offering $20 Spay/Neuter Surgeries for Puppies & Kittens with PetSmart Charities Grant
May 19, 2016
Pawmetto Lifeline says kittens and puppies can go into heat as early as 4 and 5 months old Sponsored by PetSmart Charities® “Precious, Not Parents” campaign offers $20 spay/neuter surgeries…
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Sowell Gray member Tina Cundari named SC Bar Pro Bono Lawyer of the Year
May 19, 2016
COLUMBIA, SC – Sowell Gray Stepp & Laffitte, LLC announced that Tina Cundari was named a 2016 Pro Bono Lawyer of the Year by the South Carolina Bar. The award…
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McMillan Pazdan Smith announces new leadership
May 18, 2016
McMillan Pazdan Smith named two new firm Principals: David Moore and Tom Hund. The firm has also announced six new Associate Principals. “These individuals have demonstrated consistent leadership potential and…
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Coldwell Banker Caine introduces new awards: Circle of Excellence names April 2016 recipients
May 18, 2016Coldwell Banker Caine recently recognized its top producing agents in property sales and listings from April through the newly minted Circle of Excellence program. The Circle of Excellence distinction is…
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A New Vision, New Life for West Ashley
May 18, 2016
Key Takeaways Population growth, job creation and a booming economy continue to drive Charleston, SC’s retail market. Retailers are investing in the market, contributing to declining vacancy rates and rising…
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City of Columbia recognized as 2016 Playful City USA Community
May 18, 2016
The City of Columbia is being honored with a 2016 Playful City USA designation for the third time. Celebrating its 10th anniversary, the national recognition program honors cities and towns…
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Liberty Hill Teacher Selected for Mickelson ExxonMobil Teachers Academy
May 18, 2016Liberty Hill Academy special education teacher Jennifer Sutton has been selected by the National Council of Teachers in Mathematics and the National Science Teachers Association to be trained at the…
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Jackson hires C.J. Cluck, Jamie O’Keefe as interns
May 18, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – Jackson Marketing, Motorsports & Events, South Carolina’s second largest integrated marketing communications and events agency, has selected C.J. Cluck and Jamie O’Keefe to participate in the company’s…
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New regenerative cell therapy now available in the Lowcountry
May 18, 2016
Advantage Healthcare of Charleston Utilizing Regenerative Cell Therapy for Patients CHARLESTON, SC – Think about how many friends and family you know that live with debilitating pain in…
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Container volume up three percent at South Carolina Ports
May 18, 2016
CHARLESTON, SC – South Carolina Ports Authority reported a 2.8 percent increase in twenty foot-equivalent unit (TEU) volume fiscal year to date, handling 1.6 million TEUs since July 2015. SCPA…
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Container volume up three percent at South Carolina Ports
May 18, 2016
CHARLESTON, SC – South Carolina Ports Authority reported a 2.8 percent increase in twenty foot-equivalent unit (TEU) volume fiscal year to date, handling 1.6 million TEUs since July 2015. SCPA…
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Richland Two social worker honored
May 18, 2016
COLUMBIA, SC – Richland Two School Social Worker Brenda Creighton received the School Social Worker of the Year Award from the South Carolina Association of School Social Workers (SCASSW). “The desire…
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Richland Two names Nurse of the Year
May 18, 2016
COLUMBIA, SC – Summit Parkway Middle School’s (SPMS) Stacey Harris has been named the Richland Two Nurse of the Year. Harris has been with Richland Two as a school nurse…
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Students can still apply for Youth Corps!
May 18, 2016
Student after student has stated, “This year has been life changing for me.” And students can still apply! Application deadline for the next round of interviews is May 30, 2016…
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Colliers International’s Ron Anderson elected to Vice Chair of The Central Midlands Regional Transportation Authority
May 18, 2016
Colliers International’s Ron Anderson was elected to Vice Chair of The Central Midlands Regional Transportation Authority (CMRTA) Board of Directors. Anderson has served as the City of Columbia’s representative on…
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Colliers International’s Ron Anderson elected to Vice Chair of The Central Midlands Regional Transportation Authority
May 18, 2016
Colliers International’s Ron Anderson was elected to Vice Chair of The Central Midlands Regional Transportation Authority (CMRTA) Board of Directors. Anderson has served as the City of Columbia’s representative on…
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Wanda Hughes appointed Principal of E.B. Ellington Elementary School
May 18, 2016Charleston County School District (CCSD) announces that Wanda Lee Hughes has been appointed Principal at E.B. Ellington Elementary School. Hughes has served as Interim Principal at E.B. Ellington during the…
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Vanessa Brown appointed Principal of Baptist Hill Middle-High School
May 18, 2016Charleston County School District (CCSD) announces that Vanessa Brown has been appointed Principal at Baptist Hill Middle-High School. Brown has served as Interim Principal at Baptist Hill during the 2015-2016…
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Sherry Eppelsheimer, Ed.D. appointed Principal of Wando High School
May 18, 2016Charleston County School District (CCSD) announces that Dr. Sherry Eppelsheimer has been appointed Principal at Wando High School. Dr. Eppelsheimer has served as Interim Principal at Wando High during the…
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Paul Padron appointed Principal of Deer Park Middle School
May 18, 2016Charleston County School District (CCSD) announces that Paul Padron has been appointed Principal at Deer Park Middle School. Padron has served as Interim Associate Superintendent of the Middle School Learning…
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era-contact USA launching Pickens County operations
May 18, 2016
Project Will Bring $3.6 Million In New Capital Investment era-contact USA, a global manufacturing leader of electrical railway couplings, is launching its North American manufacturing headquarters in Pickens County. The…
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