State of South Carolina reports two COVID-19 related deaths
March 21, 2020
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) has reported the state’s second and third deaths related to COVID-19 novel coronavirus. This brings the state’s total number of…
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Michelin North America begins partial production shutdown in response to COVID-19
March 21, 2020
Michelin North America, Inc., will begin a temporary, phased shutdown of some of its tire production facilities in the United States and Canada due to the broad effects of COVID-19. This phased suspension of…
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Emergency Senior nutrition program starts Monday providing free meals to all Richland County senior citizens during COVID-19 crisis
March 20, 2020
Senior Resources has our emergency plan in place to cover all normal clients currently enrolled in our Meals on Wheels program, and we are now implementing an emergency senior nutrition…
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United Way of the Midlands announces fund to support the Midlands most vulnerable during coronavirus response
March 20, 2020
Funds will aid people at great risk of homelessness and economic hardships As the nation responds to the coronavirus pandemic, United Way of the Midlands has announced the creation of…
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One SC Fund activated to fund statewide COVID-19 response efforts
March 20, 2020
The One SC Fund, housed at Central Carolina Community Foundation, has been activated with support from Governor Henry McMaster, to provide a collaborative statewide response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The…
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Jarrard, Nowell & Russell grows N. Charleston team
March 20, 2020
Jarrard, Nowell & Russell, LLC (JNR), a Charleston-based accounting and business advisory firm, has added Charity C. Wright as a staff accountant in the firm’s N. Charleston office. As staff…
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Richland Library’s virtual resources offer new & creative ways to learn
March 20, 2020
As the state of South Carolina continues to stress the importance of social distancing and implement additional measures to prevent community spread of the coronavirus, Richland Library is preparing new…
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2020 Uniting for Change Luncheon with Bryan Stevenson postponed
March 20, 2020
The Uniting for Change Luncheon, to benefit the programs of United Ministries, that was scheduled for Wednesday, April 22nd with Bryan Stevenson has been postponed due to COVID-19 concerns. The…
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UofSC announces extension of remote learning for all campuses through spring semester; postponement of May commencement ceremonies
March 20, 2020
The University of South Carolina will extend remote learning for students through the remainder of the spring semester. Students will begin online instruction as previously scheduled, and it will continue…
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SC 16352 – SBA offers disaster assistance to South Carolina small businesses economically impacted by the Coronavirus (COVID-19)
March 20, 2020
The U.S. Small Business Administration is offering low-interest federal disaster loans for working capital to South Carolina small businesses suffering substantial economic injury as a result of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), SBA Administrator…
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SBA approves Gov. Henry McMaster’s request for disaster assistance
March 20, 2020
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has approved Governor Henry McMaster’s request for the agency to offer South Carolina’s small businesses with disaster assistance. Governor McMaster requested the disaster declaration in…
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South Carolina medical manufacturing firm to release 54,000 COVID-19 tests next week
March 20, 2020
CPT Medical, a surgical pack and kit manufacturing firm based in Greenville, SC, is now shipping COVID-19 testing kits that are available throughout the US. With 54,000 test kits in production…
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Greenville Mayor takes emergency action to halt spread of COVID-19
March 19, 2020
Requires Restaurants, Bars to Close Dining Areas, Offer Curbside and Drive-Thru Only City of Greenville Mayor Knox White took emergency action to stop the spread of COVID-19 by requiring bars,…
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AnMed Health offers COVID-19 screening and testing
March 19, 2020
AnMed Health to offer COVID-19 screening to enter Medical Center and drive-through testing at the North Campus In an effort to protect patients and staff, AnMed Health will conduct screening (not…
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Midlands Panera Bread locations for to-go, drive-thru, delivery and rapid pick-up
March 19, 2020
All 6 Panera Bread locations open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. All 6 Panera Bread bakery-cafes in the Midlands are open for carry-out. This means customers are still able to…
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Bridge closures and detours for I-26 Midlands Connection Project
March 19, 2020
The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) announces overpass bridge closures at Holy Trinity Church Road and Parr Road for I-26 Midlands Connection project construction. Detour routes have been identified…
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Notice of temporary closures at Spartanburg Water public parks
March 19, 2020
In compliance with State and Federal recommendations and to help safe guard the general public against potential exposure to COVID-19, Spartanburg Water System has elected to restrict the use of…
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Lowcountry Panera Bread locations for to-go, drive-thru, delivery and rapid pick-up
March 19, 2020
All 6 Panera Bread locations open for breakfast, lunch and dinner All 6 Charleston area Panera Bread bakery-cafes are open for carry-out. This means customers are still able to visit…
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U.S. News & World Report ranks MUSC programs among best graduate schools
March 19, 2020
Several programs at the Medical University of South Carolina are included in U.S. News & World Report’s 2021 rankings of the Best Graduate Schools, among them Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy…
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SC Ports sees strong volumes, progress at HLT
March 19, 2020
S.C. Ports Authority had a record February for both cargo volumes at oceanside terminals and rail moves at inland ports. S.C. Ports moved 197,214 twenty-foot equivalent container units (TEUs) across…
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College of Charleston professors prepare for e-learning period
March 19, 2020
The tinny ring of the bongos reverberates throughout music professor Michael O’Brien’s office. With a methodical thumping of his hands, O’Brien demonstrates the rhythmic beats of Cuban music for students in his Music…
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Ten at the Top has started a web repository of links to key information on COVID-19
March 19, 2020
With schools, organizations, businesses and many others canceling events and altering schedules due to the COVID-19 virus, having access to reliable and timely information as well as details about available…
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Wilson Kibler recognized with prestigious Power Broker award
March 19, 2020
CoStar Group, Inc., the data/analytics leader of the commercial real estate industry, just announced this year’s Power Broker Award recipients, recognizing professionals and firms who closed the highest transaction volume…
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County Government Buildings to Close to Public, Nonessential Staff on Friday
March 19, 2020
Core operations such as trash collection, EMS won’t be affected Access to Richland County Government facilities will be restricted to essential personnel beginning Friday, March 20, in an effort to…
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Sylvan Learning Center announces March’s Teacher of the Month
March 19, 2020
Bonnie Walker has been named the Sylvan Learning Center of Greenville Teacher of the Month. A graduate of Lake Erie College, Walker began working at the Sylvan Learning Center in…
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County of Lexington adjusting daily operations, public no longer allowed in County facilities due to COVID-19
March 19, 2020
County of Lexington officials are continuing to monitor the impact that COVID-19 is having on the Lexington County community and the services the County provides to its residents and visitors.…
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Are your employees working from home? Here’s how to keep your network safe
March 19, 2020Rob Cheng CEO and Founder, PC Matic COVID-19 has changed the way business operations are taking place in an incredibly short time, and the duration of these changes remains unclear. …
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All SC Philharmonic concerts and events are postponed through April 30, 2020 to reduce the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19)
March 18, 2020
The South Carolina Philharmonic is committed to the health and safety of our audience and musicians at our concerts. In coordination with The Koger Center for the Arts, Historic Camden,…
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Parking Services implementing bagged meters for pickup/take out for Columbia merchants
March 18, 2020
Due to modified ordinances of restaurants and businesses, Parking Services has issued bagged meters for Pickup/Take Out customers. The Main Street, Five Points, Devine Street and Vista districts are each…
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SC Works Trident to close all locations in response to coronavirus concerns
March 18, 2020
Alternate resources available in lieu of in-person support Regional employment program SC Works Trident offices will close immediately through at least March 31 in an effort to mitigate the effects and…
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Ways to help Senior Resources provide relief for Richland County senior citizens during COVID-19 crisis
March 18, 2020
With our clients being at the forefront of the COVID-19 crisis, we are highly sensitive to the services needed to support our local senior community. We are committed to staying…
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GSSM Accepting Applications for its iTEAMS Xtreme: Next Generation Summer Camp
March 18, 2020
The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics (GSSM) is now accepting applications for its newest summer camp program, iTEAMS Xtreme: Next Generation. Online applications are available at www.scgssm.org/iteams. iTEAMS Xtreme:…
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Trident United Way launches Tri-County COVID-19 Response Fund
March 18, 2020
Trident United Way is creating a fund to help those affected by COVID-19 Trident United Way is continuing a long tradition of leading the effort when disaster strikes by announcing…
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Dining On The Dam Postponed To October 25
March 18, 2020
The Lexington Chamber and Visitors Center will postpone Dining On The Dam, originally scheduled for April 5, to October 25, 2020. Guests who will be unable to attend the event…
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Springbrook Autism Behavioral Health reschedules national Converge Autism Summit in light of COVID-19
March 18, 2020
4th annual autism conference to be held Oct. 15-16 in Greenville, S.C. Pulitzer Prize winning journalist, bestselling author Ron Suskind and internationally acclaimed autism researcher Peter Vermeulen, Ph.D., to deliver…
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South Carolina Federal Credit Union adjusting operational services
March 18, 2020
In the interest of employee and member health, South Carolina Federal Credit Union will limit member service to its drive-thru lanes beginning Thursday, March 19. Effective March 19, financial center…
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Spartanburg Water to modify customer service hours
March 18, 2020
Business hours will change to 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday – Friday, beginning Thursday. In an effort to best serve the community and provide for the health and safety…
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School District Five adds feeding location in Chapin
March 18, 2020
School District Five was today granted a waiver to add a feeding site in the Chapin area. Beginning, Thursday, March 19, meal pick-up will be available at 11:30 a.m. –…
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Lexington District One adds bus drop-offs to food program for children
March 18, 2020
The Lexington County School District One free food program for children 18 years old and younger includes bus drop-offs to certain areas. Buses will park in specific neighborhoods, church parking…
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CCSD taking WiFi-enabled buses to students in their communities
March 18, 2020Charleston County School District (CCSD) will be deploying 10 WiFi buses throughout Charleston County to provide additional online coverage for CCSD students working on schoolwork beginning Thursday, March 19, 2020.…
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Charleston County Schools will be closed until April 13, 2020
March 18, 2020Charleston County School District (CCSD) is announcing that all CCSD schools and offices will be closed until April 13, 2020. CCSD students and staff will continue working and learning from…
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Discover the wilder side of E-Learning through Z-Learning
March 18, 2020The Adventure begins March 19 Riverbanks may be temporarily closed to guests, but you can still experience new adventures at the Zoo and Garden through Z-Learning–the wilder side of E-Learning.…
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City of Charleston coronavirus March 18 PM update
March 18, 2020
The city of Charleston remains at OPCON 2, with modified operations designed to limit in-person contact. According to SC DHEC, there are now 60 positive cases of coronavirus in South…
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Columbia City Council declares curfew effective Wednesday, March 18
March 18, 2020The curfew restricts travel and public gatherings citywide from 11:00 pm until 6:00 am. Columbia City Council confirms Mayor Steve Benjamin’s State of Emergency declaration of a city-wide curfew (Ordinance…
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Charleston Digital Corridor and Bibliolabs launch area-wide Digital Library Service
March 18, 2020
Over 30,000 eBooks for families and individuals are available to everyone in Charleston County Reacting to an immediate need for vetted learning materials and curated entertainment during the COVID-19 isolation…
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Coastal Community Foundation launches the COVID-19 Relief & Recovery Fund, now accepting grant applications and donations
March 18, 2020
Coastal Community Foundation of South Carolina, the largest nonprofit community foundation in South Carolina, has launched the COVID-19 Relief & Recovery Fund to receive charitable donations to support communities disproportionately…
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The COMET to operate on a Saturday schedule starting Thursday, March 19, 2020
March 18, 2020
The Central Midlands Regional Transit Authority (The COMET) announced today that transit in the Midlands will operate on a Saturday schedule beginning Thursday, March 19, 2020. The COMET will remain…
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DHEC announces additional 13 cases of 2019 novel coronavirus in South Carolina
March 18, 2020
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) is investigating 13 additional cases of the COVID-19 novel coronavirus. This brings the total number statewide to 60 cases in…
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SCDSS warns public of phishing scams
March 18, 2020
The South Carolina Department of Social Services recently learned of a possible phishing scam in an attempt to acquire personal identifying information from individuals perceived to be recipients of federal…
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RealOp Investments unites 12 office assets to form Breck Exchange
March 18, 2020
Less than nine months after entering the Atlanta metro market, RealOp Investments has announced the overhaul and repositioning of 12 buildings comprising three office parks on Breckinridge Boulevard. The three…
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