College of Charleston campus gets refreshed for 250th anniversary
April 29, 2020
In recognition of its 250th anniversary, the College of Charleston has undertaken $3 million in facilities improvements, with many projects targeting historic structures on campus. John Morris, vice president of Facilities…
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euphoria releases select tickets for Food, Wine and Music Festival’s 15th anniversary
April 29, 2020
Select tickets for euphoria presented by Lexus, Greenville’s premier food, wine and music festival, set for September 17-20, 2020, will go on sale April 26. Festival organizers have announced some…
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Bon Secours joins Convalescent Plasma Expanded Access Program for COVID-19
April 29, 2020
Bon Secours announced today they have joined the Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) national Expanded Access Program (EAP) for Convalescent Plasma as a treatment protocol for COVID-19. Convalescent plasma is…
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CARES Act provides funds to Tri-County students; College’s Foundation establishes workforce Completion Fund
April 29, 2020
The first round of federal funding for the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security Act, also known as the CARES Act, has been released and Tri-County Technical College received a…
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College of Charleston Business students help medical workers fighting COVID-19
April 29, 2020This is a real life lesson in supply and demand. Earlier this month, Jocelyn Evans, associate dean and finance professor for the College of Charleston School of Business, and accounting major Jordan Sirota decided to…
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Clemson genetics professor and others create highest-quality DNA sequence for cotton
April 29, 2020
Cotton has been around for about 8,000 years and has become an important part of the Earth’s economy. To ensure cotton can adapt to the planet’s ever-changing environment and continue…
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EELI 2.0 takes Clemson Extension leadership training to next level
April 29, 2020
It’s been said that the function of leadership is to produce more leaders, and with the second phase of Clemson University’s Extension Emerging Leadership Initiative (EELI) in the books, members…
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Clemson study finds winter cover crop mix improves crop productivity
April 29, 2020
Clemson researchers have found a cover crop mixture that can reduce costs for South Carolina farmers, rejuvenate farm soil and help conserve the state’s water supply if included in crop…
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College of Business, School of Accountancy accreditations reaffirmed
April 29, 2020
The College of Business and the School of Accountancy at Clemson University have had their accreditations extended by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB). The world’s largest…
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DHEC provides WIC participants access to increased food choices during COVID-19 pandemic
April 29, 2020
In response to demand for nutritious foods during the COVID-19 pandemic, DHEC is providing additional food items to South Carolina WIC participants. “Currently there is no disruption to the food…
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Junior League of Columbia supports area partners during COVID-19
April 29, 2020
The League provides masks, WiFi, meals and financial support to local nonprofits The Junior League of Columbia has redirected funds and launched a new initiative in order to support area…
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R.B.’s Seafood restaurant closes; iconic Shem Creek property sells for $7 million
April 29, 2020Iconic Shem Creek eatery R.B.’s Seafood Restaurant has closed its doors, and the property at 97 Church St. has been sold to Geyer Capital Management LLC of Atlanta for $7…
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County office expects delays after temporary closure
April 28, 2020Residents should expect delays in services provided by Richland County’s Register of Deeds Office as employees work to process a backlog after the office closed for several days in response to a…
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Southern First reports results for first quarter 2020
April 28, 2020
Southern First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: SFST), holding company for Southern First Bank, announced its financial results for the three-month period ended March 31, 2020. “As we find ourselves in the…
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Delays for curbside trash pickup continue; residents asked to exercise patience
April 28, 2020
As areas throughout Richland County experience continued delays in trash pickup, the Solid Waste & Recycling Division is tracking collection routes and coordinating efforts to ensure residents’ waste management needs…
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Charleston Metro Chamber announces 2020 spring Leadership Discovery class
April 28, 2020
Leadership Discovery, a leadership development program by the Charleston Metro Chamber, announced the spring class of 2020. The program is an innovative experience that allows members the opportunity to learn from…
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Student teachers seamlessly shift to online instruction for K-12 students
April 28, 2020Teaching is an art – a performance meant to engage, enthrall and inspire. The hope for teachers is that – like an audience in a theater – students leave their…
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Raines Hospitality & Feeding Our Heroes SC send meals to healthcare workers
April 28, 2020On Wednesday April 22nd and Friday April 24th, Raines Hospitality partnered with Feeding Our Heroes SC to distribute over 110 meals to healthcare workers at Trident Health Medical Center and Roper…
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Poe Group Advisors announces launch of new Accounting Practice Academy
April 28, 2020
Poe Group Advisors, an international CPA brokerage firm headquartered in Charleston, SC, announced the launch of its new Accounting Practice Academy, beginning on May 4, 2020. Brannon Poe, CPA and…
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Les Dames D’Escoffier Charleston Chapter introduces Vital Hospitality CHS
April 28, 2020
The 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, launched Vital Hospitality CHS, a…
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Marine recruits to stage at The Citadel for observation prior to Parris Island
April 28, 2020Medical evaluation period helps Marines maintain training pipeline New Marine recruits scheduled to head to Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island near Beaufort, South Carolina ─ the service’s East Coast training base –…
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Presbyterian College moves summer classes online, plans for on-campus classes this fall
April 28, 2020
Presbyterian College will transition summer classes online and cancel summer camps, PC president Bob Staton announced in an email to the campus community on Monday, April 27. “Over the last…
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MUSC world-class vitamin D research team to study connection to COVID-19 prevention and treatment
April 28, 2020
Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) College of Medicine scientists and clinicians, led by world-renowned vitamin D research experts Bruce Hollis, Ph.D., professor emeritus in the Department of Pediatrics, and…
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Refresco inks deal with RealOp Investments in Tampa
April 28, 2020
One of the world’s largest independent bottlers has executed a full building lease at 5210 S. 16th Avenue, a RealOp Investments’ asset located in the east side of the Tampa…
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Dominion Energy South Carolina gas operations employees receive top safety award
April 28, 2020
As communities across the nation manage the health and economic impacts of the coronavirus, Dominion Energy has been focused like never before on meeting the needs of our customers safely…
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Phoenix Specialty Manufacturing is more essential than ever
April 28, 2020
In a time when nonessential businesses have been forced to close their doors, it would be hard to find any operation more essential than Phoenix Specialty Manufacturing. Right here in…
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Greenville Technical College and Lander University partner to advance education
April 28, 2020
Greenville Technical College (GTC) and Lander University (LU) have formed a partnership to enhance the transfer of students from GTC to LU. Articulation agreements will allow Greenville Tech students to…
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NAI Columbia’s Dick Stanland negotiates a 5-year lease extension and subsequent sale, then announces retirement
April 28, 2020
Upon Closing, Stanland Announces Retirement after a Successful 24-Year Career with the Firm. NAI Columbia’s Dick Stanland, a Senior Broker, recently negotiated a five-year lease extension with the tenant and…
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Junior Achievement of Greater South Carolina and Junior Achievement of Upstate South Carolina announce plans to merge
April 28, 2020
Consolidation will maximize student impact, help both operations leverage relationships Junior Achievement of Greater South Carolina and Greenville-based Junior Achievement of Upstate South Carolina have announced their intention to consolidate…
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Womble Bond Dickinson South Carolina COVID-19 forum to feature US Sen. Tim Scott, SC Commerce Sec. Bobby Hitt, MUSC President Dr. David Cole
April 28, 2020
The coronavirus (COVID-19) has impacted virtually every aspect of doing business in South Carolina and throughout America. On April 30, Womble Bond Dickinson is presenting a conversation with US Sen.…
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Put Empathy Into Action
April 28, 2020
Leighton Lord Board Chair, Nexsen Pruet Founder and Managing Director, NP Strategy, LLC Empathy is a key element of emotional intelligence – the connection between self and others. We’re…
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Councilwoman thanks church, community for COVID-19 response efforts
April 28, 2020“Neighbors Protecting Neighbors” to fight coronavirus outbreak in high-risk communities Councilwoman Yvonne McBride joined neighborhood associations, churches and residents in thanking Bishop Eric Freeman and The Meeting Place Church of…
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Greenwood Capital Quintin Pile earns CFP®
April 28, 2020
Quintin A. Pile, a Private Client Advisor with Greenwood Capital, has earned the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER TM designation and is authorized by the Certified Financial Planner Board (CFP® Board) to…
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Dennis, Shaw, Drennan & Pack, LLC expands with addition of attorney, Virginia Hayes Wood
April 28, 2020
Dennis, Shaw, Drennan & Pack, LLC announced that attorney, Virginia Hayes Wood has joined the firm. “We are excited to have Virginia join the firm,” said partner Michael Pack “Virginia…
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District names Todd C. Brown Carolina Springs Elementary principal
April 27, 2020
The Lexington County School District One Board of Trustees approved the promotion of Todd C. Brown to principal of Carolina Springs Elementary School, effective July 1, 2020. Brown replaces Greg…
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South Carolina Secretary of State’s Office Open for Business
April 27, 2020
By Mark Hammond, SC Secretary of State Just a couple months ago, our world changed as COVID-19 spread and social distancing became the norm. Schools, businesses, and even churches transitioned…
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Richland County committees to meet virtually
April 27, 2020
Three Richland County committees will hold virtual meetings Tuesday, April 28, with two of the committees convening at adjusted times. The Development and Services Committee will meet at 2:30 p.m., and the…
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Gov. Henry McMaster declares new state of emergency to continue state’s response to COVID-19
April 27, 2020
Governor Henry McMaster issued Executive Order 2020-29, which declares a state of emergency throughout the state and allows for the state’s response to COVID-19 – and the ever-evolving challenges the…
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The Cliffs announces new club leadership at The Cliffs at Walnut Cove
April 27, 2020The Cliffs is pleased to welcome four to its club leadership team at The Cliffs at Walnut Cove. Joining the team are Alban Qemali as general manager, Edwin Bloodworth as…
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S.C. Arts Commission to provide arts emergency relief grants
April 27, 2020
Applications to be accepted April 29 through May 15, 2020 The South Carolina Arts Commission (SCAC) is announcing emergency relief for South Carolina arts organizations and individual artists who can…
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Central Carolina Community Foundation distributes over $3 million in grants and scholarships during last quarter
April 27, 2020
Central Carolina Community Foundation, the Midlands’ local center for philanthropy, and its donors announced more than $3 million in grants and scholarships were awarded during the third quarter of the…
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Barnes Alford attorneys recognized in 2020 edition of “South Carolina Super Lawyers”
April 27, 2020
Barnes Alford attorneys Weldon R. Johnson, David G. Wolff, Kay Gaffney Crowe, Alan J. Reyner, Robert T. Strickland, Curtis W. Dowling, and Matthew G. Gerrald are honored to have been…
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Studio 2LR, Inc. Architecture + Interiors Celebrates 15 Year Anniversary
April 27, 2020
It is times like these that we truly appreciate what is important… the relationships we have built and the opportunities we have been provided to do what we love for…
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Seven Robinson Gray attorneys again named Super Lawyers; while 5 named Rising Stars
April 27, 2020
Robinson Gray announced that seven of its attorneys have been named 2020 South Carolina Super Lawyers®, and five additional lawyers from the firm were selected as 2020 South Carolina “Rising…
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Dominion Energy recognized nationally for excellence in safety
April 27, 2020
As communities across the nation manage the health and economic impacts of the coronavirus, Dominion Energy has been focused like never before on meeting the needs of our customers safely…
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Landmark Supreme Court decision impacts Upstate pollution suit
April 27, 2020
Ruling on Clean Water Act supports Upstate Forever’s case against Kinder Morgan for 2014 diesel spill in Belton The Supreme Court of the United States issued a landmark opinion last…
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Warehouse property sells in Ladson
April 27, 2020
Cushman & Wakefield | Thalhimer announced the sale of an industrial building located at 157 Acres Drive in Ladson, South Carolina. ASAP Holdings Group, LLC purchased the 8,100 square foot…
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Allison Rathert joins the Simpsonville office of C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS
April 27, 2020
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS is pleased to announce that Allison Rathert has joined the company’s Simpsonville office as a sales associate. Rathert was born in Illinois but…
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South Carolina Power Team announces addition of Caroline A. Warner as Director of Community Development
April 27, 2020
The South Carolina Power Team announces the addition of Caroline A. Warner as Director of Community Development. In her role, Caroline will help communities find creative solutions for their complex…
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Michael Baker named President and Chief Executive Officer for SAFE Federal Credit Union
April 27, 2020
Baker will succeed Darrell Merkel, who has served as President and Chief Executive Officer since March 2017. In December 2019, Merkel announced his plans to retire from SAFE during the…
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