S.C. Chamber announces salute to small business awards winners
April 21, 2016The State Chamber today announced the winners of its annual Salute to Small Business awards. The South Carolina Salute to Small Business is the Palmetto State’s annual National Small Business Week event. Now…
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University of South Carolina student named Truman Scholar
April 21, 2016
University of South Carolina junior Jory Fleming of Columbia has been selected as a 2016 Truman Scholar, one of the nation’s most prestigious scholarships that recognizes students for superior academic…
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Palmetto Health receives coveted Association for the Accreditation of Human Research Protection Programs accreditation
April 21, 2016
Palmetto Health is one of eight organizations to receive full accreditation from the Association for the Accreditation of Human Research Protection Programs (AAHRPP), the international accrediting body for organizations conducting…
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Girls on the Run and Junior League of Columbia join forces to promote healthy lifestyles
April 21, 2016Girls on the Run of Columbia (GOTR) and the Junior League of Columbia, Inc. (JLC) are joining forces on April 30 to inspire local youth to be healthy, happy and…
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Cason Development Group completes Orangeburg Taco Bell
April 21, 2016Cason Development Group has recently completed a new Taco Bell restaurant at 3259 St. Matthews Road in Orangeburg County. The new restaurant opened for business on Friday, April 1. Cason…
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Outstanding leadership program for youth is accepting applications!
April 21, 2016
Youth Corps is a dynamic leadership training experience for thirty-six outstanding 9th and 10th grade students (this means male and female 8th & 9th graders would apply for next year)…
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Girls on the Run and Junior League of Columbia join forces to promote healthy lifestyles
April 21, 2016
Girls on the Run of Columbia (GOTR) and the Junior League of Columbia, Inc. (JLC) are joining forces on April 30 to inspire local youth to be healthy, happy and…
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Cason Development Group completes Orangeburg Taco Bell
April 21, 2016
Cason Development Group has recently completed a new Taco Bell restaurant at 3259 St. Matthews Road in Orangeburg County. The new restaurant opened for business on Friday, April 1. Cason…
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United Phosphorus, Inc. to establish operations in Williamsburg County
April 20, 2016
Company Investing More Than $20 Million In Kingstree Development United Phosphorus, Inc. (UPI), a manufacturing company specializing in chemical blending operations, plans to establish a new industrial operation in Williamsburg…
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United Phosphorus, Inc. to establish operations in Williamsburg County
April 20, 2016
Company Investing More Than $20 Million In Kingstree Development United Phosphorus, Inc. (UPI), a manufacturing company specializing in chemical blending operations, plans to establish a new industrial operation in Williamsburg…
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Girl Scouts announces Emerald Circle Chair and kickoff celebration
April 20, 2016
GREENWOOD, SC – Girl Scouts of South Carolina – Mountains to Midlands has appointed Dr. Donna H. Foster as 2016 Chair for its Emerald Circle in Greenwood, Abbeville, McCormick and Saluda ckounties.…
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SCE&G customers to see lower bills, renewable energy charge beginning in May
April 20, 2016
SCE&G’s electric customers may notice a couple of differences in their bills beginning next month. First, the average bill will be lower. The Public Service Commission of South Carolina today…
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New Vitamin Shoppe, McAlister’s Deli and EyeMart Express coming to Sumter
April 20, 2016
Athens/Atlanta, GA based Butler Properties and Development develops a new shopping center for national retailers. SUMTER, SC – Butler Properties and Development is pleased to announce that we are…
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Avison Young Industrial Lease – 4301 Dorchester Road
April 20, 2016
Avison Young commercial real estate is pleased to announce that Todd P. Garrett, CCIM, SIOR represented the tenant, Horizon Forest Products in the leasing of 24,800 sf industrial space located…
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Avison Young Retail Lease – Summerville Market Place
April 20, 2016
Avison Young commercial real estate is pleased to announce that Vitré R. Stephens represented the Tenant, Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa in the leasing of 3,189 sf retail…
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Pawmetto Lifeline stands in opposition of additional legislation limiting services by not-for-profit/shelters
April 20, 2016
Pawmetto Lifeline will stand in opposition of the new House Bill 5160 today, Wednesday, April 20th at 2:30pm at the Blatt Building (1105 Pendleton Street, Columbia, SC). We invite you…
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Wofford alumnus James Scott named Pulitzer Prize finalist
April 20, 2016
James Scott’s cellphone dinged numerous times Monday afternoon while he was helping his daughter with her homework. When he finally took notice, he was stunned to see 40 emails, many of them…
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Coldwell Banker Caine’s 121 Rhett Development nearing completion with two remaining condos available
April 20, 2016
As the highest development in Greenville’s booming West End, 121 Rhett broke ground last summer to begin building seven stories of 36 luxurious condominiums. Today, only two units remain available…
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Heather Young joins Coldwell Banker Caine in Greenville
April 20, 2016
Coldwell Banker Caine recently welcomed Heather Young as a residential sales agent to its Greenville office. Heather joins Coldwell Banker Caine with a background in sales and business development, most…
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Wofford offers Chinese summer program for middle, high school students
April 20, 2016
Upstate middle and high school students will have the opportunity to visit China this summer – without boarding a jetliner – by participating in Wofford College’s STARTALK @ Wofford two-week…
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Rappel for a Cause: Harvest Hope Food Bank’s Over the Edge To End Hunger Event
April 20, 2016
COLUMBIA, SC – No experience is necessary. For those interested in the ultimate adventure, Harvest Hope Food Bank’s Over the Edge To End Hunger is the perfect event and it…
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South Carolina REALTORS® release March market reports
April 20, 2016
COLUMBIA, SC – South Carolina REALTORS® (SCR) released its March housing market data. The reports show buyers are increasing, but their options are limited. New listings were up nine percent…
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Studio 2LR, Inc. Architecture + Interiors earns three AIA South Carolina Design Awards
April 20, 2016
Studio 2LR, an architecture and interior design firm with an emphasis on sustainable contemporary design, recently earned three design awards from The South Carolina Chapter of the American Institute of…
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Kid’s Day of Lexington, Saturday, April 30
April 20, 2016LEXINGTON, SC – The 16th annual Kid’s Day of Lexington will take place Saturday, April 30, 2016, from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. at Virginia Hylton Park in Lexington. Kid’s…
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Marlboro and Greenwood join initiative to improve college access for rural students
April 20, 2016
COLUMBIA, SC – Marlboro High School in Marlboro and Emerald High School in Greenwood have joined the Rural Innovative Schools initiative led by the South Carolina Council on Competitiveness. The…
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Marlboro and Greenwood join initiative to improve college access for rural students
April 20, 2016
COLUMBIA, SC – Marlboro High School in Marlboro and Emerald High School in Greenwood have joined the Rural Innovative Schools initiative led by the South Carolina Council on Competitiveness. The…
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Finally Friday Free Concert Series Returns!
April 20, 2016The Finally Friday Free Concert Series returns to the grounds of the Fine Arts Center of Kershaw County (FAC) on April 29 with a Camden favorite, Reflections. The concert will…
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United Community Bank adds experienced local banker Russ Williams to Greenville team
April 20, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – United Community Bank is pleased to welcome Russ Williams to the Greenville team as Senior Vice President, Commercial Relationship Manager. Williams joins United Community Bank with more…
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Zaptec and ITIC to Collaborate on Smart Charging Technology
April 20, 2016
The International Transportation Innovation Center (ITIC) in Greenville, S.C. has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Zaptec of Norway to mutually work on smart charging technology solutions for electric vehicles.…
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Finally Friday Free Concert Series Returns!
April 20, 2016
The Finally Friday Free Concert Series returns to the grounds of the Fine Arts Center of Kershaw County (FAC) on April 29 with a Camden favorite, Reflections. The concert will…
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Kid’s Day of Lexington, Saturday, April 30
April 20, 2016
LEXINGTON, SC – The 16th annual Kid’s Day of Lexington will take place Saturday, April 30, 2016, from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. at Virginia Hylton Park in Lexington. Kid’s…
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Lexington County Sheriff’s Department announces promotions
April 19, 2016
Lexington County Sheriff Jay Koon recently promoted five deputies and four correctional officers. Reggie Lighty, 39, has been promoted to field training officer in the Lexington County Detention Center. Lighty,…
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Blythewood Middle School teacher receives national attention
April 19, 2016
Blythewood Middle school English Language Arts/Social Studies teacher Mrs. Tristan Richardson has been selected as a National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) Summer Scholar from a national applicant pool to…
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Blythewood Middle School nurse receives Richland Two Culture of Excellence Award
April 19, 2016
Congratulations to Blythewood Middle School Nurse Beth Gladden, RN on her receipt of the Richland Two Culture of Excellence Award. Nurse Gladden was recognized for her exceptional contribution to her…
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Bowl for Kids’ Sake a striking success, raising more than $58,000 for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Columbia
April 19, 2016
Volunteers and community members came out on April 9th to show support and raise money at Bowl for Kids’ Sake, supporting the mentoring work of Big Brothers Big Sisters of…
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Scott votes to strengthen airport security in FAA Reauthorization Bill
April 19, 2016
U.S. Senator Tim Scott (R-SC) voted for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Reauthorization Act (S. 2658) which includes bipartisan airport security and passenger-friendly provisions, as well as aviation safety reforms. …
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South Carolina business community letter to General Assembly regarding S.1203
April 19, 2016COLUMBIA, SC – The South Carolina Chamber, South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance, South Carolina Economic Developers Association, South Carolina Hospital Association, and the Charleston, Clemson, Columbia, Greenville, Greenwood, Myrtle Beach, North…
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South Carolina business community letter to General Assembly regarding S.1203
April 19, 2016
COLUMBIA, SC – The South Carolina Chamber, South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance, South Carolina Economic Developers Association, South Carolina Hospital Association, and the Charleston, Clemson, Columbia, Greenville, Greenwood, Myrtle Beach, North…
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Two Colliers International Marketing Coordinators receive CPMC designation
April 19, 2016
The designation, received after a year of extensive training, increases Colliers’ property marketing edge Colliers International’s Kirstin Clark and Brooke McAbee received the Commercial Property Marketing Certification (CPMC) designation from…
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Two Colliers International Marketing Coordinators receive CPMC designation
April 19, 2016
The designation, received after a year of extensive training, increases Colliers’ property marketing edge Colliers International’s Kirstin Clark and Brooke McAbee received the Commercial Property Marketing Certification (CPMC) designation from…
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LawyerLisa attorney earns certification in Elder Law
April 19, 2016The National Elder Law Foundation (NELF) – the only organization approved by the American Bar Association to offer certification in the area of elder law – has announced that Lisa…
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Columbia Mini Maker Faire shows off regional creativity on May 21
April 19, 2016Meet some of South Carolina’s Most Interesting Tinkerers, Creators and Inventors Columbia Mini Maker Faire, an all-ages festival of DIY tech enthusiasts, crafters, tinkerers, hobbyists, engineers and artists, will be…
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Watson Tate Savory earns four AIA awards in 2016
April 19, 2016
Watson Tate Savory (WTS) is pleased to have recently received four awards from the American Institute of Architects (AIA) for Design Excellence. On Friday, April 15, the AIA South Carolina…
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ReWa names Greg Wright Engineering Director
April 19, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – Renewable Water Resources (ReWa) has recently named Greg Wright, PE as Engineering Director after his dedicated service as Engineering Manager for the past five years. Wright holds…
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Lantern Parade & More at 701 CCA
April 19, 2016
When: Thursday, April 21, 8:15pm Where: Assemble at the railroad tunnel at Lady and Lincoln Street in the Vista What: Lantern Parade group performance during Artista Vista What else: Lanterns will…
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LawyerLisa attorney earns certification in Elder Law
April 19, 2016
The National Elder Law Foundation (NELF) – the only organization approved by the American Bar Association to offer certification in the area of elder law – has announced that Lisa…
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Columbia Mini Maker Faire shows off regional creativity on May 21
April 19, 2016
Meet some of South Carolina’s Most Interesting Tinkerers, Creators and Inventors Columbia Mini Maker Faire, an all-ages festival of DIY tech enthusiasts, crafters, tinkerers, hobbyists, engineers and artists, will be…
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Immedion hires Jay Orr as Account Executive
April 18, 2016
Immedion LLC, a premiere provider of data center services including Cloud, colocation and managed services, announced today the hiring of Jay Orr as Account Executive for Immedion’s Charleston location. In…
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Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Carolinas breaks ground on “Building Hope” expansion project
April 18, 2016
RMHC of the Carolinas broke ground on its $3.5 million capital campaign expansion project today. The expansion will allow the Ronald McDonald House, located in Greenville, S.C., to double the amount…
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Tri-County Entrepreneurial Development Corporation announces Business Plan Center
April 18, 2016
The Tri-County Entrepreneurial Development Corporation has announced their new Business Plan Center. The Business Plan Center, located in the Oconee Business Center, will be a venue where clients have a…
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