New CEO Ken Tamsin joins Southern Community Services’ homeowner association management team
May 16, 2016Southern Community Services (SCS), a homeowner association management firm serving more than 160 communities across the Carolinas, including I’On, Park West and Hamlin Plantation in Charleston, Lake Carolina in Columbia…
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Three new national funders commit to 2017 Indie Grits: Visiones
May 16, 2016Fresh off the 2016 festival, Indie Grits announced three new national funders have committed to support the 2017 festival and its theme Visiones. The National Association of Latino Arts and…
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Callison Tighe establishes perpetual scholarship at USC School of Law in honor of founder Mike Tighe
May 16, 2016The Callison Tighe law firm announce the establishment of The Michael W. Tighe perpetual scholarship for select law students of the University of South Carolina School of Law. The scholarship…
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Columbia attorney William Witherspoon to lead SC Bar
May 16, 2016
COLUMBIA, SC – Columbia attorney William K. Witherspoon will be installed as the 2016-17 president of the South Carolina Bar on Thursday, May 19, during the Bar’s House of Delegates meeting at…
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Columbia attorney William Witherspoon to lead SC Bar
May 16, 2016
COLUMBIA, SC – Columbia attorney William K. Witherspoon will be installed as the 2016-17 president of the South Carolina Bar on Thursday, May 19, during the Bar’s House of Delegates meeting at…
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First ReWa Clean Water Challenge slated for next Tuesday
May 16, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – Students from Fisher Middle School and Hughes Academy will be competing next week to win the inaugural ReWa Clean Water Challenge. The ReWa Clean Water Challenge is…
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New CEO Ken Tamsin joins Southern Community Services’ homeowner association management team
May 16, 2016
Southern Community Services (SCS), a homeowner association management firm serving more than 160 communities across the Carolinas, including Lake Carolina in Columbia, Park West in Charleston and Foxwood Hills in…
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Callison Tighe establishes perpetual scholarship at USC School of Law in honor of founder Mike Tighe
May 16, 2016
The Callison Tighe law firm announce the establishment of The Michael W. Tighe perpetual scholarship for select law students of the University of South Carolina School of Law. The scholarship…
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Three new national funders commit to 2017 Indie Grits: Visiones
May 16, 2016
Fresh off the 2016 festival, Indie Grits announced three new national funders have committed to support the 2017 festival and its theme Visiones. The National Association of Latino Arts and…
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Richland School District Two announces new principals
May 15, 2016
COLUMBIA, SC – Richland School District Two is proud to announce new principals for three elementary schools in the district. Stacey M. Franklin takes over as principal of Killian Elementary…
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Colliers International brokers sale of new office and distribution space for Welvista
May 13, 2016
Colliers International’s Tommy Johnson and Philip Vann brokered the sale transaction of 121 Greystone Boulevard, an approximately 16,000 square-foot office building. Johnson and Vann represented the buyer, Welvista, Inc., in…
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Anthony Sampedro wins SC Bar scholarship competition
May 13, 2016The SC Bar Young Lawyers Division (YLD) sponsored a video scholarship competition on Instagram* this spring called “My Voice. My Vote.” for South Carolina high school seniors. Blythewood High School…
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New neurointerventional suite opens at Palmetto Health Richland
May 13, 2016
Suite designed to give physicians most advanced technologies for treating neurovascular conditions Palmetto Health Richland has upgraded its neurointerventional suite, an operating room that provides neurosurgeons, neurointerventionalists and their teams with…
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The fast casual conundrum: Fast casual restaurant entrées higher in calories than fast food
May 13, 2016
Dieters looking to cut calories may believe it’s best to pick a fast casual restaurant over a fast food chain, but new research from the University of South Carolina shows…
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St. Martin’s-in-the-Fields Foundation awards Cloak and Sword grant to Meals on Wheels program
May 13, 2016
Senior Resources received a $1,500 grant from the Cloak and Sword Fund of the St. Martin’s-in-the-Fields Foundation to support the Meals on Wheels program. The funding will be used to…
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Bioblitz at Congaree National Park to feature wide range of activities
May 13, 2016
Friday, May 20 and Saturday May 21, 2016 A cast of characters will soon converge at Congaree National Park. Scientists, with binoculars in hand; students, gazing intently at the treetops;…
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Providence Hospitals introduces new name and identity
May 13, 2016New logo underscores commitment to Catholic heritage, name reflects plans for future growth Providence Hospitals today announced that its name has changed to Providence Health. In addition to this name…
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Destination Riverbanks welcomes return of popular pinnipeds
May 13, 2016Grand opening of Sea Lion Landing set for Thursday, June 9 . After seven years and great anticipation, California sea lions and harbor seals are making an incredible return to…
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The Mike and Thelma King Foundation donation to Palmetto Place Children’s Shelter
May 13, 2016
As a tribute to their lives and wishes, The Mike and Thelma King Foundation was formed after their passing, in September 2012. The foundation was established in their honor by…
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Science Center’s ‘Mr. Green’ to Retire May 22
May 12, 2016
After 36 years of teaching Spartanburg children about the wonders of science, John “Mr. Green” will retire from Spartanburg Science Center Sunday, May 22, 2016. The public is invited to…
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Katie Corley joins Coldwell Banker Caine in Greenville
May 12, 2016
Coldwell Banker Caine recently welcomed Katie Corley as a residential sales agent. Katie joins Coldwell Banker Caine with real estate experience in Colorado before returning to her hometown community in…
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Barrier Islands Free Medical Clinic raises $172,000 for 2,800 free patient visits during ninth annual golf invitational fundraiser
May 12, 2016
Longtime Johns Island resident Wayne Dubose credits Barrier Islands Free Medical Clinic (BIFMC), a non-profit organization that provides free health care to uninsured, low income adults who live or work…
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Lee & Associates Charleston’s Ryan Welch and Doug Hart Represented the Landlord in the Lease of Light Industrial Land in North Charleston, SC
May 12, 2016
Lee & Associates Charleston’s Ryan Welch and Doug Hart Represented the Landlord, Blue Bird Buildings, LLC in the Lease of approximately 6,080 SF situated of 2 Acres of Light Industrial…
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Nonprofit teams come together to explore the power of mindset in leadership
May 12, 2016DNA Creative Communications (DNA), in partnership with Community Foundation of Greenville, United Way of Greenville County and Hollingsworth Funds, hosted “Leading Forward: The Mindset of the Nonprofit Leader,” part of…
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Turner Padget adds two attorneys as part of continued growth initiative
May 12, 2016
Turner Padget Graham & Laney, P.A. announces the addition of Ryan Judd and Robert Kneece as associates. Judd joins the firm’s Business Transactions team and will be based in the…
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The Association of Corporate Counsel names Ogletree Deakins a 2016 ACC “Value Champion”
May 12, 2016
The Association of Corporate Counsel (ACC) has named Ogletree Deakins as a 2016 ACC Value Champion for the firm’s value-based fee arrangement with hhgregg. The arrangement, leveraging the tools in…
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Viva Holdings Group, Inc. launching operations in Berkeley County
May 12, 2016
New Development To Bring $28 Million Investment and 200 New Jobs BERKELEY COUNTY, SC – Viva Holdings Group, Inc., an international leader in the worldwide rubber and plastic recycling…
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Viva Holdings Group, Inc. launching operations in Berkeley County
May 12, 2016
New Development To Bring $28 Million Investment and 200 New Jobs BERKELEY COUNTY, SC – Viva Holdings Group, Inc., an international leader in the worldwide rubber and plastic recycling…
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Melissa Gladden ’99 honored with Charlotte Business Journal’s 2016 Women in Business Achievement Award
May 12, 2016
ROCK HILL, SC – The Charlotte Business Journal has honored Melissa Gladden ’99, South Carolina’s 2015 Small Business Person of the Year, as one of the 25 most influential women…
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Colliers International’s Philip Vann named to Woodberry Forest School Advisory Council
May 12, 2016Philip Vann, a Brokerage Associate with Colliers International South Carolina, was elected to the Woodberry Forest School Advisory Council. The Advisory Council meets regularly to serve in an advisory capacity…
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SOCO and Spirit Communications form gigabit internet partnership
May 12, 2016
Initiative focused on catalyzing building a new platform to support tech, creative, and digital innovation. Today, a collaborative partnership was announced between Spirit Communications and SOCO, Inc. to provide gigabit…
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Richland County Council defends penny against state DOR assault
May 12, 2016
The South Carolina Department of Revenue has overstepped its legal authority in withholding the proceeds of a voter-approved penny sales tax from Richland County, and in the process has put…
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Sumter Moe’s Southwest Grill donates more than $7,000 to Shaw youth programs
May 12, 2016
Leading Southwest Fast-Casual Brand Raised Money Through a Pay What You Want Grand Opening Fundraiser Sumter’s first Moe’s Southwest Grill® has donated $7,329 to Shaw Air Force Base Youth Programs, a nonprofit organization…
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South Carolina insurance consumers one step closer to going paperless
May 12, 2016The Property Casualty Insurers Association of America (PCI) commends the South Carolina Senate Banking and Insurance Committee for passing HB 3969, which will allow insurance policyholders to conduct policyholder transactions…
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St. Martin’s-in-the-Fields Foundation awards Cloak and Sword grant to Meals on Wheels program
May 12, 2016
Senior Resources received a $1,500 grant from the Cloak and Sword Fund of the St. Martin’s-in-the-Fields Foundation to support the Meals on Wheels program. The funding will be used to…
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Nonprofit teams come together to explore the power of mindset in leadership
May 12, 2016
DNA Creative Communications (DNA), in partnership with Community Foundation of Greenville, United Way of Greenville County and Hollingsworth Funds, hosted “Leading Forward: The Mindset of the Nonprofit Leader,” part of…
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FATZ Cafe completes major renovation in Lexington
May 11, 2016
Updated layout celebrates heritage, enhances fun and casual atmosphere Individuals who visit the Lexington FATZ Cafe will be the first to experience the restaurant’s reenergized layout and offering. Guests can…
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Colliers International brokers multiple lease renewals at Synergy Executive Park
May 11, 2016
Campaign to reinvigorate the St. Andrews office park wins the renewed loyalty of current tenants Colliers International’s Henry Roe and Allen Wilkerson represented the landlord in the renewals of two…
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BCSD named Dorian Palladino 2016 Rookie Teacher of the Year
May 11, 2016
Berkeley County School District named St. Stephen Elementary’s Dorian Palladino, a Special Education teacher, as the 2016 Rookie Teacher of the Year on Monday, May 9. The District honored Ms.…
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Avison Young welcome Nick Tanana
May 11, 2016
Avison Young commercial real estate announced that Nick Tanana has joined the Avison Young team in Charleston, South Carolina. Since 2003, Nick Tanana has been in commercial real estate specializing…
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Colliers International’s Hagood Morrison moderated panel at RealShare Industrial Conference in Atlanta
May 11, 2016
Morrison further contributed to the commercial real estate firm’s thought leadership in the industry Colliers International’s Hagood Morrison, SIOR, MBA moderated a panel on “Trends in Logistics” at the RealShare…
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Colliers International’s Hagood Morrison moderated panel at RealShare Industrial Conference in Atlanta
May 11, 2016
Morrison further contributed to the commercial real estate firm’s thought leadership in the industry Colliers International’s Hagood Morrison, SIOR, MBA moderated a panel on “Trends in Logistics” at the RealShare…
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O’Neal Inc. hires Civil Engineer
May 11, 2016O’Neal Inc., a Greenville-based integrated design and construction firm, has hired Rob Will as Civil Engineer. Will has more than 5 years of civil engineering experience. He previously worked for…
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Palmetto Health Baptist Parkridge designated an American College of Radiology Breast Imaging Center of Excellence
May 11, 2016
Palmetto Health Baptist Parkridge has been designated a Breast Imaging Center of Excellence by the American College of Radiology (ACR). The hospital joins Palmetto Health Baptist and Palmetto Health Richland.…
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Westwood High names new head basketball coach
May 11, 2016
The boys basketball program at Westwood High School has a new head coach. Jeffrey DiBattisto comes to Richland Two from Dreher High School in Richland One where he served as…
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Lexington High School teacher receives award
May 11, 2016
LEXINGTON, SC – Lexington County School District One congratulates Lexington High School AP Statistics and International Baccalaureate Mathematics Teacher Sheryn Billue, who received a National Center for Women and Information…
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GDG takes home two Historic Columbia Preservation Awards
May 11, 2016
Garvin Design Group took home two awards during the Historic Columbia Preservation Awards Luncheon on Wednesday. 612 Whaley was awarded the New Construction in a Historic Context award for creating…
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Former Lexington Mayor Halfacre is CIU Development Community Liaison
May 11, 2016
COLUMBIA, SC – Former Lexington mayor Randy Halfacre is the new development community liaison for Columbia International University. Halfacre served as mayor from 2004 to 2013 leading the town to…
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Recruiting Solutions launches new website
May 11, 2016Responsive Website Builds Connections Between Employers and Job-Seekers Recruiting Solutions, a South Carolina owned and operated staffing and recruiting agency, recently launched a new responsive website, recruitingsolutionsonline.com. The new site…
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Fine Arts Center to present Columbia Choral Society’s Jasmine & Jazz: An Afternoon with Dick Goodwin
May 11, 2016The Fine Arts Center of Kershaw County (FAC) is proud to present the Columbia Choral Society’s Jasmine & Jazz — An Afternoon with Dick Goodwin on Sunday, May 22 at…
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