10th anniversary Midlands Go Red for Women Luncheon a huge success
May 23, 2016
Over 220 men and women of the Midlands community attended the 10th annual Midlands Go Red for Women Luncheon at the University of South Carolina Alumni Center on Thursday, May…
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Washington Center receives Greenville Women Giving Grant
May 23, 2016
Greenville Women Giving Awards Generous Funding to Assist with the Construction of a Wheelchair Accessible Nature Trail GREENVILLE, SC – On May 16, Greenville Women Giving held its 10th…
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South State Bank makes $10,000 gift to CommunityWorks
May 23, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – CommunityWorks (CW) is excited to announce that they have received a gift of $10,000 from South State Bank. This is the eighth year that South State Bank…
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Graham supports lifting ban on arms sales to Vietnam
May 23, 2016
WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) made this statement on lifting the ban on arms sales to Vietnam. “I understand Vietnam’s human rights record is well…
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Haley, Governors ask FCC to change contraband cellphone regulations
May 23, 2016
“States must have the flexibility and authority to eradicate this threat to the public safety in our states” COLUMBIA, SC – Governor Nikki Haley and fellow governors from across the…
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Haley, Governors ask FCC to change contraband cellphone regulations
May 23, 2016
“States must have the flexibility and authority to eradicate this threat to the public safety in our states” COLUMBIA, SC – Governor Nikki Haley and fellow governors from across the…
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W. Bratton Riley named CEO of Lincs Software
May 23, 2016
Charleston-based Lincs Software has named W. Bratton Riley its Chief Executive Officer, a position he will assume immediately. “Bratton’s extensive experience in business development in multiple sectors, combined with his management and legal acumen…
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CresCom Bank Announces Danita Eldridge as Electronic Banking Manager/Assistant Vice-President
May 23, 2016
CresCom Bank, the community-banking leader within the Carolinas, has named Danita Eldridge as its new electronic banking manager and assistant vice president. In her new position, Eldridge will be based…
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Preparations underway for Farm Aid implementation
May 23, 2016
Officials are already hard at work mapping out a plan for implementation of Palmetto Farm Aid. In the next 2-3 weeks, the advisory board will meet and determine the criteria…
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Preparations underway for Farm Aid implementation
May 23, 2016
Officials are already hard at work mapping out a plan for implementation of Palmetto Farm Aid. In the next 2-3 weeks, the advisory board will meet and determine the criteria…
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Ryan Welch Represented the Buyer and the Seller in the Sale of 54,000 SF of Office | Flex Space in N. Charleston, SC
May 23, 2016
Lee & Associates Charleston’s Ryan Welch represented the Buyer, Thaynes Capital Northwoods, LLC in the purchase of 54,000 SF of office|flex space located at 2154 N. Center Street in North…
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LRU holds joint commencement ceremony in Columbia
May 23, 2016
COLUMBIA, SC – Lenoir-Rhyne University’s Center for Graduate Studies of Columbia and the Lutheran Theological Southern Seminary held a joint commencement ceremony on Saturday, May 21 at Ebenezer Lutheran Church…
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City of Cayce announces new Police Chief Byron Snellgrove
May 23, 2016
The City of Cayce is thrilled to welcome Byron Snellgrove as the new Cayce Police Chief. Chief Snellgrove will be taking the place of Charles McNair who retired after 16…
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Colliers International brokers new lease for Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Trustee at Synergy Executive Park
May 23, 2016
Colliers International brokered a lease for 6,700 square feet of office space at 250 Berryhill Road to the Office of the Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Trustee for the District Court of…
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Zoo announces public closing
May 23, 2016Riverbanks Zoo will be closed for the remainder of today, Monday, May 23, 2016 because of a water main break off of Candi Lane in Columbia. The Botanical Garden and…
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Colliers International welcomes Debbie Cargill
May 23, 2016
Colliers International, South Carolina announced that Debbie Cargill has joined the Columbia office as a Property Accountant. In this role, Cargill will be responsible for providing detailed financial report for…
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The Family Shelter welcomes Natascha Gochett as its CEO and Director of Philanthropy
May 23, 2016
Natascha Gochett, current Development Director for Transitions Homeless Center, has been named as the CEO and Director of Philanthropy for The Family Shelter, Inc.. She will officially assume this new…
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William Hubbard to receive prestigious Burton Award for leadership
May 23, 2016
From the American Bar Association WASHINGTON–The American Bar Association has announced immediate past president and Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP partner William C. Hubbard will receive the prestigious 2016…
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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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