Piccolo Spoleto Crafts Shows May 27-29 and June 3-5/ Emerging Artist Awardees
May 17, 2016
Fine Craft Shows Charleston announced the Piccolo Spoleto Craft Show schedules for 2016. The two weekend shows will be held May 27-29 and June 3-5. Between the two weekends, nearly…
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Frampton Construction grows Charleston team by two
May 17, 2016
Frampton Construction Company, LLC, a regional full-service construction firm providing planning and design support, preconstruction, construction services, and sustainability services throughout the Carolinas, continues to add to the head count…
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Marketing Strategies, Inc. to provide PR services for Pawleys Island Festival of Music & Art
May 17, 2016
Marketing Strategies, Inc. has been selected to provide public relations services for the 26nd Annual Pawleys Island Festival of Music & Art. The Agency will work closely with Strand Media…
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Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce announces new position and promotion appointments
May 17, 2016Two new professionals recently joined the Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce team and a high performing staff member received a promotion. Adrian B. Cain: Senior Vice President, Membership and…
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Avison Young Office Lease – 465 W. Coleman Boulevard
May 17, 2016
Avison Young commercial real estate announced that Gregg Legerton represented the tenant, Employers Health Network Holdings, LLC in the lease of a 4,100 sf office space located at 465 W.…
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YMCA funds for Mission will serve local youth and families
May 17, 2016
The mission of the YMCA of Greenville is to improve the lives of people in Greenville County by focusing its efforts on youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. Each…
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Susie White joins Wilson Associates Real Estate
May 17, 2016
Wilson Associates Real Estate is proud to announce that Susie White has joined its team of top-flight real estate agents. White earned a law degree from the University of South…
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Two attorneys join Rogers Townsend
May 17, 2016
Rogers Townsend & Thomas, PC, is pleased to announce that Dana A. Pellizzari and Clark T. Dawson have joined the Firm. Ms. Pellizzari is Special Counsel in Rogers Townsend’s Business…
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State Museum invites families to experience a night at the museum
May 17, 2016
The South Carolina State Museum is giving families a chance to experience a night at the museum, Friday May 27 through Saturday, May 26. Guests will get to explore the…
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Former Assistant Attorney General David Paavola joins Lewis Babcock L.L.P. as Associate
May 17, 2016
Attorney David L. Paavola has joined the law firm of Lewis Babcock in their Columbia, South Carolina office as an associate attorney representing individuals and businesses in the areas of…
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Lexington Medical Center earns Stroke Award
May 17, 2016
For the sixth consecutive year, Lexington Medical Center has received a “Gold Plus” Quality Achievement Award for stroke care from the American Heart Association and American Stroke Association’s Get With…
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House overrides Governor’s Farm Aid veto
May 17, 2016
House Speaker Jay Lucas (District 65-Darlington) issued the following statement today after the South Carolina House of Representatives voted overwhelmingly (112-2) to override Governor Haley’s Farm Aid veto. “The South…
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House overrides Governor’s Farm Aid veto
May 17, 2016
House Speaker Jay Lucas (District 65-Darlington) issued the following statement today after the South Carolina House of Representatives voted overwhelmingly (112-2) to override Governor Haley’s Farm Aid veto. “The South…
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McKamey Joins GreenWood, Inc. as Project Manager
May 17, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – GreenWood, Inc., an integrated maintenance, construction and workforce solutions provider, announces the addition of Shannon McKamey as Project Manager at the GE Power project in Greenville, South…
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Greenwood Area Habitat for Humanity teams with Lowe’s for Westside Revitalization Blitz
May 17, 2016
GREENWOOD, SC – Greenwood Area Habitat for Humanity has joined forces with Lowe’s Heroes employee volunteers from 14 Upstate stores in a first of its kind daylong blitz to revitalize…
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Sunbelt Rentals, Inc. expanding operations in York County
May 17, 2016
Expansion To Bring More Than $8 Million In Capital Investment Sunbelt Rentals, Inc., one of the largest equipment rental companies in North America, is continuing its commitment to York County…
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Sunbelt Rentals, Inc. expanding operations in York County
May 17, 2016
Expansion To Bring More Than $8 Million In Capital Investment Sunbelt Rentals, Inc., one of the largest equipment rental companies in North America, is continuing its commitment to York County…
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New study examines State’s teacher shortage
May 17, 2016
South Carolina not producing enough teachers to fill vacancies For several years, data from the Center for Educator Recruitment, Retention, and Advancement’s (CERRA’s) Supply and Demand Survey Reports have indicated…
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New study examines State’s teacher shortage
May 17, 2016
South Carolina not producing enough teachers to fill vacancies For several years, data from the Center for Educator Recruitment, Retention, and Advancement’s (CERRA’s) Supply and Demand Survey Reports have indicated…
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Recruiting Solutions Staffing Coordinator Anna Funderburk featured in industry magazine
May 17, 2016Anna Funderburk, Staffing Coordinator at Recruiting Solutions, was recently featured in the April 2016 edition of Staffing Success after earning her Certified Staffing Professional (CSP) designation. Staffing Success is an…
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Greenville Women Giving to award more than $575,000 in grants
May 17, 2016
Organization Distributes Grants in Support of Local Nonprofits Greenville Women Giving, a local women’s philanthropic organization, presented grants totaling $577,250 to 12 nonprofit organizations at its annual meeting yesterday. Committed…
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Two groups receive apprenticeship grants for innovative workforce programs
May 17, 2016
The Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce and the Tri-County Technical College have been awarded apprenticeship grants from the State Workforce Development Board (SWDB), which made available $267,000 for innovative apprenticeship…
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Two groups receive apprenticeship grants for innovative workforce programs
May 17, 2016
The Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce and the Tri-County Technical College have been awarded apprenticeship grants from the State Workforce Development Board (SWDB), which made available $267,000 for innovative apprenticeship…
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Recruiting Solutions Staffing Coordinator Anna Funderburk featured in industry magazine
May 17, 2016
Anna Funderburk, Staffing Coordinator at Recruiting Solutions, was recently featured in the April 2016 edition of Staffing Success after earning her Certified Staffing Professional (CSP) designation. Staffing Success is an…
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Weathers calls for veto override, says Governor’s action is unfair to South Carolina farmers
May 16, 2016
Commissioner of Agriculture Hugh Weathers today opposed Governor Haley’s veto of flood relief legislation for South Carolina farmers and urged the General Assembly to override the veto when they return…
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Weathers calls for veto override, says Governor’s action is unfair to South Carolina farmers
May 16, 2016
Commissioner of Agriculture Hugh Weathers today opposed Governor Haley’s veto of flood relief legislation for South Carolina farmers and urged the General Assembly to override the veto when they return…
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Senior volunteers provide hands-on help to art program for veterans
May 16, 2016
The Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) of the Midlands is excited to announce a partnership with Creative Journey, an art outreach program for veterans sponsored by the City of…
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Kiawah Island Club Golf Professional wins his second Carolinas PGA event this year
May 16, 2016
On May 9th, Lee Stroever, the PGA Head Professional at Kiawah Island Club‘s The River Course, won the 2016 Hilton Head Island PGA (HHIPGA) Pro-Pro at Port Royal alongside playing…
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Lauren Courcoux chooses a career in real estate with Carolina One
May 16, 2016
Mt. Pleasant native, Lauren DeLuca Courcoux has decided to adapt the management and personnel skills she acquired in the Food and Beverage industry to a career in real estate. Courcoux…
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CCSD receives $5,000 grant to continue tobacco use prevention education
May 16, 2016The Charleston County School District (CCSD) has been awarded a $5,000 grant from the South Carolina Tobacco Collaborative for use in preventive education. CCSD plans to use this funding for…
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Benjamin Winkler chooses Carolina One Commercial
May 16, 2016
Benjamin R. Winkler, a recent Business Administration graduate of the College of Charleston has elected to pursue a commercial real estate career with Carolina One Real Estate. A native of…
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Spencer Ashby joins Coldwell Banker Caine in Greenville
May 16, 2016
Coldwell Banker Caine recently welcomed Spencer Ashby as a residential sales agent to its Greenville office. Spencer joins Coldwell Banker Caine with experience in real estate with another upstate firm,…
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City of West Columbia takes steps to repair Riverwalk
May 16, 2016
The City of West Columbia is making improvements to the Riverwalk Park and Amphitheater after the October 2015 flood. Senator Nikki Setzler and Representative Kenny Bingham were instrumental in assisting…
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Greenville Zoo supporting Amur Leopard conservation effort
May 16, 2016
For years, the Greenville Zoo has supported Amur leopard conservation efforts through its cooperation with the Amur Leopard Species Survival Program (SSP), and with ongoing donations to the Amur Leopard…
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Blythewood Middle School teacher receives award for Excellence in Communications
May 16, 2016
The South Carolina (SC) Chapter of the National School Public Relations Association (NSPRA) celebrated the effectiveness of 145 programs and projects from across the state at its annual Rewards for…
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S.C. Chamber announces H.R. Professional of the Year
May 16, 2016
The State Chamber is proud to announce the South Carolina H.R. Professional of the Year, Sharon Sellers, President of SLS Consulting, LLC, who was named at our 2016 H.R. Conference…
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S.C. Chamber announces H.R. Professional of the Year
May 16, 2016The State Chamber is proud to announce the South Carolina H.R. Professional of the Year, Sharon Sellers, President of SLS Consulting, LLC, who was named at our 2016 H.R. Conference…
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Ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate a completed project under the Transportation Penny Program
May 16, 2016
Richland County and the Richland Penny Program will hold a ribbon-cutting ceremony for a newly constructed sidewalk on Windover Street onsite at 11a.m. on Friday, May 20. Windover Street is…
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AT&T makes donation to Plant it Forward SC
May 16, 2016
AT&T donated $10,000 to Plant it Forward South Carolina, an initiative by South Carolina Advocates for Agriculture, on May 13, 2016. Plant it Forward SC will provide relief funds specifically…
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Honoring a love for writing, reading & learning
May 16, 2016
Nominations Sought for Lucy Hampton Bostick Award . Do you know someone who has made a difference in the literary world? The Richland Library Friends want to hear from you.…
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‘Herd’ of Dallas buses arrives in Charleston
May 16, 2016The Charleston Area Regional Transportation Authority (CARTA) has purchased five 2003 NABI-brand buses from Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART). As part of an ongoing initiative to update the fleet, the…
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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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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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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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