“Leadership Reimagined at Greenville Technical College” brings together future workers and business leaders
March 12, 2020Greenville Technical College will focus on the future of its students, and of South Carolina, by hosting a Leadership Reimagined breakfast on its Northwest Campus on Friday, April 3 from…
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SEC events canceled through March 30
March 12, 2020
Based on the latest developments and the continued spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19), the Southeastern Conference announced the suspension of regular-season competition for teams in all sports on SEC campuses,…
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Bank of America Fall for Greenville donates more than $30,000 in charitable giving to local nonprofits
March 12, 2020
Fall for Greenville board members awarded more than $30,000 to six local nonprofit organizations through its Fall for Giving program. The program was created to support the efforts of nonprofit…
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College of Charleston suspends in-person classes the week following spring break
March 12, 2020
The following is a message from College of Charleston President Andrew Hsu to the CofC campus on March 12, 2020: Dear Campus Community: As we all watch what is happening with…
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Richland County presents plan for COVID-19 Response
March 12, 2020
Richland County Government released a multiphase plan aligned with guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) on Thursday to maintain essential services in preparation for a potential…
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Pique, Ten at the Top’s young professional event, postponed until June 15th
March 12, 2020
Due to concerns about the spread of COVID-19, Ten at the Top (TATT) has made the decision to postpone their signature young professional event, Pique, until June 15th. It was…
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Coldwell Banker Commercial Caine brokers represent local real estate transactions
March 12, 2020
Brokers from Coldwell Banker Commercial Caine’s Greenville and Spartanburg offices recently represented the following area real estate transactions from the months of January and February: Sales Spartanburg: Tim Satterfield of Coldwell…
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Canal Insurance sponsors 6th Annual Law Enforcement Appreciation Day
March 12, 2020
Canal Insurance has been supporting the Upstate for over 80 years. In their continued commitment to philanthropy within the Upstate, Canal has pledged sponsorship to the 6th Annual LEAD Greenville…
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Andrea Owens Meadows named sales manager for Reserve at Lake Keowee
March 12, 2020
Coldwell Banker Caine recently named Andrea Owens Meadows as the sales manager for The Reserve at Lake Keowee. An experienced REALTOR, Andrea leads the five onsite agents Keowee by providing hands-on…
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Terminix Warns About Increased Termite Activity Due to Warm, Wet Winter
March 12, 2020
Termites thrive in warm, wet environments. Unfortunately many homeowners in the southeast, including those in Columbia can expect to see higher termite activity than normal due to the above-average temperatures…
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Greenville Technical College students present outstanding work at Student Scholar Showcase
March 12, 2020
One group of Greenville Technical College students is designing and building a tiny house, using hemp as an insulation method. Another group is comprised of current production associates at BMW…
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Call 4 Health establishing operations in Richland County
March 12, 2020
Call 4 Health, a provider of call center operations for healthcare facilities throughout the United States, today announced plans to establish new operations in Richland County. The company’s investment is…
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Colliers International finds new location for Landmark Builders in Columbia
March 12, 2020
Crawford Prezioso of Colliers International brokered the lease for a new location for Landmark Builders of South Carolina at 1118 Shop Road in Columbia. Landmark’s new location is an 10,800-square-foot…
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Design League and City of Columbia announce adoption and ratification of a new city flag
March 12, 2020Selected flag design instills a sense of pride and spirit that reflects the vibrancy and creativity of the people of the City of Columbia The Columbia Design League, in partnership…
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Upstate Girl Scout receives prestigious Medal of Honor
March 12, 2020
Girl Scouts of South Carolina – Mountains to Midlands will recognize Maggie Majors, Pendleton, during its annual Women of Distinction Awards dinner on Thursday, March 19, 2020 at the Columbia…
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The South Carolina Philharmonic: A statement in advance of Saturday, March 14 concert – Phenoms & Schumann
March 12, 2020
Public Health Update: The South Carolina Philharmonic The South Carolina Philharmonic is committed to the health and safety of our audience and musicians at our concerts and events. We are…
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Midlands leaders unite and request Prisma Health slows down the purchase of local hospitals
March 12, 2020
In an expedited demonstration of unity, four separate Midlands governing councils have united behind a call for transparency and open discussions surrounding the planned purchase of four Midlands hospitals. Fairfield…
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Veterans of one of the fiercest battles in the Vietnam War to gather and tell their untold story in free event at Relic Room
March 12, 2020
Specialist Frank Marshall and his comrades in the 2nd of the 506th, 101st Airborne Division, fought the very last major battle Americans experienced during the Vietnam War. It’s regarded as…
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Five Points Association to Postpone St. Pat’s in Five Points
March 12, 2020
Statement from Kelsey Hennighan, Executive Director, Five Points Association: It is with a profound sense of disappointment that the Five Points Association has agreed to postpone the 38th annual…
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J M Smith Foundation awards $25,000 to the Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired South Carolina
March 12, 2020
The J M Smith Foundation recently awarded the Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired South Carolina (ABVI) a $25,000 grant to support the growth of its Own Your Life…
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American Advertising Federation recognizes UniComm Media Group for excellence in Print Advertising during awards gala
March 12, 2020
UniComm Media Group (UMG), a full service, advertising agency with Hispanic marketing capabilities, was recognized with a Silver Addy by the American Advertising Federation of Greenville (AAF Greenville) for outstanding…
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Columbia Airport Refreshes Brand
March 11, 2020
Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) boasts a refreshed look, feel and direction while trying to build on a 24% growth in passenger traffic since 2018. That’s the message Capital Rotarians heard…
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Paul Harris Fellow +5 Recognition
March 11, 2020
Capital Rotary’s Philip Flynn (at right in photo) presents a new lapel pin to Dr. Tommy Gibbons, recognizing him as a Paul Harris Fellow Plus-Five contributor to The Rotary Foundation,…
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Hill Construction Company welcomes superintendent
March 11, 2020
Hill Construction announced and welcomed superintendent, Rich Austin to the team. Austin will be responsible for overseeing construction projects from start to finish including meeting with owners, handling the construction…
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North Charleston Medical Center adds mental health services; patients can book back-to-back mental/physical appointments
March 11, 2020Truesdale Medical Center is adding mental health services to its roster of primary and urgent care services. Starting April 1, Sarah Yum, MA, LMFT, will provide seasoned counseling services to…
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AC Rodwell joins Coldwell Banker Caine in Greenville
March 11, 2020
Coldwell Banker Caine recently welcomed AC Rodwell as a residential sales agent to its Greenville office. AC joins Coldwell Banker Caine with experience in auditing and business management. After many…
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UofSC Columbia classes canceled March 16-22; announces online classes through April 3
March 11, 2020
As the University of South Carolina continues to monitor the spread of the Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19), our first priority remains the health, safety and security of our students, faculty, staff and…
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Speaker responds as House passes state budget
March 11, 2020
House Speaker Jay Lucas (District 65-Darlington) issued the following statement after the House passed their 2020-2021 appropriations bill Wednesday morning: “This year’s budget process was a huge success, due in…
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Coldwell Banker Caine names February Circle of Excellence recipients
March 11, 2020
Coldwell Banker Caine recently recognized its top producing agents in property sales and listings from February through the Circle of Excellence program. The Circle of Excellence distinction is awarded to…
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CCSD has more than 40 National Merit Scholarship Finalists in 2020
March 11, 2020Forty-one students from a total of four Charleston County School District (CCSD) schools are Finalists for the 65th annual National Merit Scholarship Program, which is run by the National Merit…
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The Children’s Museum of the Lowcountry to host Free Family Friday on Friday, March 13
March 11, 2020
The Children’s Museum of the Lowcountry (CML) will host the fifth of seven Free Family Fridays of the 2019-2020 school year on Friday, March 13, 2020 from 4:00 p.m. to…
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How the construction industry is being impacted by the Coronavirus and steps to minimize its influence on individual projects
March 11, 2020
INTRODUCTION The effects of the coronavirus, COVID-19, are being felt in South Carolina with a growing uncertainty regarding the virus and its ancillary effects on the economy. The severity of…
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MMA named High Flying School at National Youth-At-Risk Conference
March 11, 2020Military Magnet Academy (MMA) was named a High Flying School at the National Youth-At-Risk Conference. MMA was one of only four schools in the nation to receive this recognition. Each…
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Colliers International | South Carolina brokers inducted into Colliers’ highly regarded Everest Club
March 11, 2020
John Montgomery, Chuck Salley, SIOR and Garrett Scott, SIOR of Colliers International | South Carolina have been named to the 2019 Everest Awards. The Everest Club recognizes Colliers professionals in…
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Steel Hands Brewing announces official partnership with Soda City FC
March 11, 2020Steel Hands Brewing is an official partner of the Soda City FC, Columbia’s Semi-Professional Soccer Team. Steel Hands Brewing announces official multi-year partnership with the Soda City FC semi-professional soccer…
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South Carolina State University President Clark elected board chair of S.C. Sea Grant Consortium
March 11, 2020
South Carolina State University (SCSU) President James E. Clark has been elected chair of S.C. Sea Grant Consortium’s Board of Directors. Clark began his one-year term on January 1, 2020.…
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Flock and Rally celebrates two ADDY Awards for S.C. State Fair ad campaign
March 11, 2020
Flock and Rally, a women-owned integrated communications and marketing firm based in Columbia, South Carolina, has earned two 2020 ADDY Awards for its advertising and creative work for the 2019…
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ROI Commercial sells industrial/flex property in West Columbia, SC
March 11, 2020
ROI Commercial brokers and principals, Sherri Burriss and George Meetze, represented the seller in the sale of a 10,800 square foot showroom/warehouse facility located at 1061 Sunset Blvd, West Columbia.…
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Free community event coming to Leo’s Landing, Saluda Shoals Park: Organization founded to help children be limitless
March 11, 2020
Children of all abilities are invited to attend a free event at Leo’s Landing, an inclusive playground at Saluda Shoals Park, from 10 a.m. to noon on Saturday, March 21.…
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SouthLand Properties, Greenville-based residential property rental company, launches new Facebook page
March 11, 2020
SouthLand Properties of South Carolina, LLC, a Greenville–based company that specializes in owning, managing, and leasing condominiums and duplexes in quiet, older Greenville neighborhoods, has launched a new Facebook page.…
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Lassiter gift will enhance tools at Greenville Technical College’s Simulation Technologies and Training Center
March 11, 2020
While completing her nursing degree years ago, Dr. Barbara Lassiter was exposed to many health situations in the hospital that enhanced her skills and prepared her for similar encounters with…
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RCSD captain’s destiny from tragedy
March 11, 2020By W. Thomas Smith Jr. COLUMBIA, S.C. – On the morning of Feb. 21, 1974, Kershaw County Deputy Ernest Christian Potter III was shot and killed by hitchhiker Theodore…
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County of Lexington receives best-ever bond rating in County’s history
March 11, 2020
For the first time in the organization’s history, the County of Lexington received its best-ever bond rating after an in-depth analysis was conducted of the County’s financial health. Moody’s Investor…
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Jarden Plastic Solutions announces new company brand identity
March 11, 2020GREENVILLE, SC – Jarden Plastic Solutions, a Jadex Inc. company (formerly Jarden Process Solutions), announced the official launch of a new corporate brand identity in conjunction with ceasing use of…
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Columbia City Council temporarily suspend normal operating procedures of City Council Meetings as COVID-19 precautionary measure
March 10, 2020In the interest of public health, Mayor Steve Benjamin and the City of Columbia City Council have unanimously passed an emergency ordinance to suspend normal operating procedures of City Council…
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The Beach Company receives multiple AAAwards in recognition of Advertising Initiatives
March 10, 2020
The Beach Company announced its recent recognition in the 2020 American Advertising Awards (AAAwards) for advertising excellency for its new waterfront community development, Kiawah River, located near Charleston. Conducted annually…
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Emerging novel coronavirus outbreak in South Carolina – updated information here
March 10, 2020
The links provided below will be updated regularly as information becomes available. Keep checking back here for updates. DHEC is closely monitoring a rapidly emerging outbreak of the novel coronavirus…
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Nelson Mullins names John Jennings as Greenville office managing partner
March 10, 2020
Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP has named John M. Jennings as managing partner of the Greenville office effective March 6. He replaces Timothy E. Madden, who has been elected to a…
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City of Columbia Planning and Development Services to host public meeting for review of new zoning map
March 10, 2020The City of Columbia is moving forward with the new zoning map to correspond with the adopted Unified Development Ordinance. Planning and Development Services Department staff will host a public…
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Will Unthank joins Wilson Kibler as brokerage associate
March 10, 2020
Wilson Kibler, a full-service commercial real estate firm headquartered in Columbia since 1987, has hired Will Unthank as a brokerage associate in its Columbia office, where he plans to focus…
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