Application process open for Accommodations Tax & Hospitality Tax Grant Funding Fiscal Year 2020/2021
March 2, 2020The City of Columbia is now accepting applications for Hospitality and Accommodations Tax Grants for the 2021 Fiscal Year (July 1, 2020– June 30, 2021.) Applications are due by 12:00…
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Two Clemson colleges align initiatives, research projects to address inequities across the state
March 2, 2020
The FoodFORWARD Research Symposium, an event that brings experts in food research to Clemson, is now less than two months away. Researchers from across the university will convene at the…
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Former Clemson President and Trustee Phil Prince dies
March 2, 2020
Former Clemson University President and Trustee Philip Hunter Prince, 93, died Friday, Feb. 28, 2020. Prince, who was elected a trustee by the board of trustees in 1989, was named…
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The Hartsville Museum celebrates National Youth Art Month
March 2, 2020
The Hartsville Museum will showcase student artworks from the South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics (GSSM) March 5- March 31, 2020 in conjunction with National Youth Art Month.…
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CSU announces Doctor of Physical Therapy program launch date
March 2, 2020
Another doctorate program is launching soon at CSU. The Doctor of Physical Therapy program will begin accepting applications in July 2021, with the first cohort of 48 students set to…
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SCDOT to hold two public information meetings for proposed I-526 Lowcountry Corridor EAST Study
March 2, 2020
SCDOT Officials and Project team to introduce EAST study and goals The South Carolina Department of Transportation will host public information meetings in March regarding the I-526 Lowcountry Corridor (I-526…
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J. Davis Construction begins work on a multi-family/metro target building in downtown Athens, Georgia
March 2, 2020
Joining the booming Athens Skyline, J. Davis Construction (JDC) has started work on a four-story, mult-use building that adjoins the first floor of the University Towers in downtown Athens, GA.…
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Tyler Wilkes, Taylor Roberts triumph at Dustin Johnson World Junior Golf Championship
March 2, 2020Tyler Wilkes (Tampa, Fla.) emerged from a crowded leaderboard while Taylor Roberts (Parkland, Fla.) rallied from a two-shot deficit at TPC Myrtle Beach to win the boys and girls titles…
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Top Grossing Movies – March 2, 2020
March 2, 2020
Theatrical grosses from comScore Week of 02/28/2020 to 03/05/2020 Rank Title Weeks Weekend Gross Cumulative 1 The Invisible Man 1 $28,205,665 $28,205,665 2 Sonic The Hedgehog 3 $16,261,393 $128,555,045…
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The McKay Firm welcomes Alexander Zuraff to Civil Litigation Practice
March 2, 2020
The McKay Firm announced the addition of Alexander Zuraff as the newest attorney at the firm. Mr. Zuraff practices in the areas of general civil defense and government defense. He graduated from North Carolina…
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Columbia Museum of Art April 2020 Calendar
March 2, 2020
EXHIBITIONS Notes from the Underground: Poster Design from the Hippie Era On view through April 26, 2020 Each of these ephemeral objects represents an event — a musical…
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United Ministries adopts Greenlink bus stops
March 2, 2020
United Ministries (UM) is partnering with Greenlink to improve the bus stops located near their Learning Center at 503 Vardry Street through Greenlink’s Adopt-A-Stop program. Throughout the next year, United…
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J M Smith to sell Pharmacy and Public Sector Business to Francisco Partners
March 2, 2020
Spartanburg Based Smith Technology to Remain in Upstate Francisco Partners, a leading technology-focused growth equity firm, has announced that it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Smith Technologies, a…
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Understanding community foundations: CCCF reflects on 35 years
March 2, 2020
Central Carolina Community Foundation — the Midlands’ center for philanthropy — is approaching a record-setting total of $200 million in grants and scholarships awarded since its inception. This will be…
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VA Portland Health Care System joins KIYATEC clinical study of test to predict pre-treatment, patient-specific response to glioblastoma drugs
March 2, 2020
GREENVILLE, SC – KIYATEC, Inc. announced that VA Portland Health Care System (VAPORHCS) has joined the growing roster of institutions participating in its 3D-PREDICT clinical study to validate the company’s…
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Ingevity authorizes $500 million in share repurchases
March 2, 2020
Company intends to purchase up to $250 million in shares over next 12 to 18 months NORTH CHARLESTON, SC – Ingevity Corporation announced that its board of directors has approved…
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Wilson Kibler aids Independence Materials Group in 29,000-square-foot expansion
March 2, 2020
Independence Materials Group, a subsidiary of Groundworks, has expanded its Columbia operations, leasing an additional 29,000 square feet at its current Rosewood Drive facility near Williams Brice Stadium. IMG has…
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What are you doing, not doing, for Lent?
March 2, 2020
Believers discuss personal Lenten season customs and practices By W. Thomas Smith Jr. What are you giving up for Lent? That’s the oft-repeated question during the 40-day period of reflection,…
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Jeremy Willits named 2019 Commercial Realtor® of the Year
March 2, 2020
Award recognizes Senior Vice President’s 20+ year contribution to the community Chris Fraser, Avison Young Principal and Managing Director of the company’s South Carolina offices, announced today that the Charleston…
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Top 5 Finalists for 2020 CCSD Teacher of the Year announced
February 28, 2020Charleston County School District (CCSD) officials surprised five unsuspecting teachers today, by announcing their selection of the Top 5 Finalists for 2020 Teacher of the Year. The district’s current Teacher…
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AVID graduates arrive at college prepared
February 28, 2020
One hundred percent of Richland Two Advancement Via Individual Determination (AVID) program class of 2019 graduates met four-year college entrance requirements, according to information recently released by AVID. AVID is…
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Office condo for sale in Mt. Pleasant
February 28, 2020
Gateway Center – Suite 101 at 528 Johnnie Dodds Blvd is a rare opportunity to own an office condo in a very desirable part of Mount Pleasant. This office is…
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Paul Davis Restoration honors women in the workplace during Women’s History Month
February 28, 2020Paul Davis Restoration of Greater Columbia, a leading provider of fire, water and mold damage emergency and restoration services for residential and commercial properties, is honoring key female employees during Women’s History…
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Celebrate The Gift of Time at Leeza’s Care Connections Senior Prom – April 3
February 28, 2020Senior Prom is a challenge to the community to connect across the generations through the timeless language of music all the while fundraising to help support families coping with chronic…
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CSU offering 10-month online MBA in fall 2020
February 28, 2020
Changes are coming soon for Charleston Southern University’s College of Business. Starting fall 2020, prospective graduate students may choose between a 10-month accelerated online MBA or a flex MBA for…
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C.D. Rhodes, public finance and governmental attorney, named new member at Pope Flynn
February 28, 2020
C.D. Rhodes has been named a new member at Pope Flynn, a Columbia-based law firm concentrating in public finance and governmental law, effective January of 2020. Rhodes will continue his…
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TD Bank names Steven Hicks Senior Relationship Manager
February 28, 2020
TD Bank has named Steven Hicks as Senior Relationship Manager, serving the Midlands, S.C. market. As Senior Relationship Manager, Hicks is responsible for enhancing existing commercial client relationships by providing…
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New grant to help reduce unplanned pregnancies in Berkeley County
February 27, 2020
Berkeley County First Steps has received a $2,500 grant from the New Morning Foundation to expand its doula contraceptive education services within the Choose Well initiative of the Foundation. The…
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Gigi Smith, R.N., Ph.D., selected to serve as associate provost for Education Innovation and Student Life
February 27, 2020
Gigi Smith, R.N., Ph.D., received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree from Hartwick College in Oneonta, New York; Master of Science in Nursing degree in Child and Adolescent Mental…
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CMK and Greystar bring luxury apartment tower to Chicago’s Printer’s Row
February 27, 2020
CHARLESTON, SC & CHICAGO, IL – CMK Companies, Greystar Real Estate Partners, LLC, and RL Accelerated announced that pre-leasing of units has begun at 717 South Clark Street, the future…
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Lexington Chamber honors Lexington Medical Center’s Barbara Willm with Community Impact Award
February 27, 2020
The Lexington Chamber and Visitors Center awarded Barbara Willm, Vice President of Development and Community Relations for the Lexington County Health Services District, with the Mike Till Impact Award at…
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National Land Realty expands footprint in Florida
February 27, 2020
Merges with Winter Haven-Based Crosby & Associates, Inc | Agriculture and Commercial GREENVILLE, SC – National Land Realty, the nation’s fastest growing real estate land brokerage company specializing in farm,…
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Columbia High School selected to pilot new National JROTC Cybersecurity initiative
February 27, 2020
Columbia High School is among 30 high schools in the nation selected to pilot a new cybersecurity training initiative of the United States Air Force JROTC Headquarters and the non-profit…
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Charleston Symphony announces 2020-2021 line-up, dedicates upcoming season to Beethoven in honor of his 250th Birthday
February 27, 2020
Next season the Charleston Symphony will join orchestras around the world in celebrating the works of composer Ludwig van Beethoven, in honor of the 250th anniversary of his birth later this…
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Healthy Learners welcomes four new board members
February 27, 2020
Healthy Learners, a faith-based non-profit that connects school-aged children to health care providers to help remove barriers to school success, announces four new members to the Healthy Learners Board of…
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Greenville launches search for new police chief
February 27, 2020
The City of Greenville is launching a nationwide search for its new police chief. The City is seeking a seasoned law enforcement leader who is inclusive, results-oriented and can build…
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Studio 2LR, Inc. welcomes back Joy Faust, Assoc. IIDA to the firm
February 27, 2020
Studio 2LR announced that Joy Faust, Assoc. IIDA, has joined our design team. Ms. Faust is a Columbia transplant bringing her previous business experience in administration and finance to her…
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Battle at BullStreet parking and general information released
February 27, 2020Palmetto State Rivalry Continues at Segra Park Saturday at 3 PM The Columbia Fireflies today announced all parking information for the Battle at BullStreet taking place this Saturday. The Clemson…
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Carlos Phillips named to U.S. Chamber Committee of 100
February 27, 2020
Greenville Chamber President/CEO, Carlos Phillips, has been named to the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Committee of 100 (CCC100), a committee designed to guide the work of the U.S. Chamber. This…
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South State Bank expands S.C. Private Wealth team
February 27, 2020
South State Bank announced two new team members who will expand the Private Wealth team with their expertise and insight. “Since 1934, South State has been providing customized financial solutions…
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Richland County seeks neighborhoods’ help marking storm drains
February 27, 2020
Richland County Stormwater Management, in partnership with Columbia Water, is asking residents for help with marking storm drains in 20 neighborhoods in 2020. The project is part of the County’s…
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Graycliff Capital announces upscale multi-family development in Greenville – Waterleaf at Keys Crossing
February 27, 2020
Greenville-based Graycliff Capital Partners, LLC (Graycliff Capital), a leading developer/owner in the multi-family sector, is pleased to announce its newest multi-family development in the Upstate, Waterleaf at Keys Crossing –…
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Moore & Van Allen attorney Lesley A. Firestone named to Forty Under 40 list
February 27, 2020
Moore & Van Allen PLLC (MVA) announced that environmental attorney and litigator Lesley A. Firestone has been selected as one of Charleston Regional Business Journal’s 2020 Forty Under 40 winners.…
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Colliers International brokers 37-property, 5.5 million-square-foot industrial portfolio sale to Weston, Inc.
February 27, 2020
Colliers International | South Carolina and LCK to handle leasing, marketing, property management, accounting and project management for the portfolio. Charleston / Columbia / Greenville / Spartanburg, SC, – Weston,…
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Infinity Marketing named SIA Award winner
February 27, 2020
Infinity Marketing, a full-service integrated marketing agency in the Upstate, won 17 awards in the 2020 SIA Awards competition for projects in web development, social media and influencer categories. “The…
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GaffneyLewis attorney, Randi Lynn Roberts, receives AV Preeminent® rating from Martindale-Hubbell®
February 27, 2020
GaffneyLewis, LLC announced that attorney Randi Lynn Roberts has received the AV Preeminent® rating from the Martindale-Hubbell® legal rating service. A litigation attorney, Roberts represents companies throughout the South Carolina…
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Bon Secours breaks ground on new emergency department at St. Francis Downtown
February 27, 2020Bon Secours announced the official start of construction for a new 45,000 square foot emergency department (ED) at a groundbreaking ceremony at Bon Secours St. Francis Downtown. The hospital received…
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Healthy Learners welcomes four new board members
February 27, 2020
Healthy Learners, a faith-based non-profit that connects school-aged children to health care providers to help remove barriers to school success, announces four new members to the Healthy Learners Board of…
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SC House passes H.4431 – Business License Tax Reform Act
February 26, 2020
Bill will move to Senate thanks to bipartisan support The SC House of Representatives gave H.4431, the Business License Tax (BLT) Reform Act a crucial second reading today. The Act,…
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Richland County seeks neighborhoods’ help marking storm drains
February 26, 2020
Richland County Stormwater Management, in partnership with Columbia Water, is asking residents for help with marking storm drains in 20 neighborhoods in 2020. The project is part of the County’s…
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