Mayor’s Prayer Breakfast to feature Christian comedienne Cherie Nettles
February 20, 2016
Chapin Mayor Skip Wilson announced that Christian comedienne Cherie Nettles will be the guest speaker for the third annual Mayor’s Prayer Breakfast on Friday, April 15, at 7:30 am at…
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Sun City Produce establishing new Upstate distribution center
February 19, 2016
Investment To Establish Greenville County Operations PIEDMONT, SC – Sun City Produce, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Sun Commodities, Inc., is establishing operations in Greenville County. The project is expected to create…
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Sun City Produce establishing new Upstate distribution center
February 19, 2016
The Greenville Area Development Corporation (GADC), the County-chartered organization tasked with advancing the area’s economic growth, announced that Sun City Produce, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Sun Commodities, Inc., is establishing…
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Sun City Produce establishing new Upstate distribution center
February 19, 2016
The Greenville Area Development Corporation (GADC), the County-chartered organization tasked with advancing the area’s economic growth, announced that Sun City Produce, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Sun Commodities, Inc., is establishing…
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CEOs trade board rooms for build sites for Habitat’s fourth CEO Build
February 19, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – The CEOs of Greenville’s top companies are known for their leadership in the board rooms of corporations and nonprofits across the Upstate. This spring, 22 of those…
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GreenWood, Inc. and BridgeValley launch craft training program
February 19, 2016
GreenWood, Inc., an integrated maintenance, construction and workforce solutions provider, announces a partnership with BridgeValley Community and Technical College that offers a National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER)…
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Greater Lexington Chamber & Visitors Center names new president and CEO
February 19, 2016
LEXINGTON, SC – The Greater Lexington Chamber & Visitors Center announced that Otis B. Rawl, Jr. has been named president and CEO, effective February 29, 2016. Prior to joining the Greater…
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Urban League of the Upstate honors community at Whitney M. Young, Jr. Equal Opportunity Mardi Gras Gala
February 19, 2016The Urban League of the Upstate hosted its annual Whitney M. Young, Jr. Humanitarian Award Mardi Gras Gala on Thursday, February 11, 2016 at 6:00 pm at the Hyatt Regency…
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Greater Lexington Chamber & Visitors Center names new president and CEO
February 19, 2016
LEXINGTON, SC – The Greater Lexington Chamber & Visitors Center announced that Otis B. Rawl, Jr. has been named president and CEO, effective February 29, 2016. Prior to joining the Greater…
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Furman Education Professor Katie Stover co-authors book
February 18, 2016Assistant Professor of Education Katie Stover has co-authored a book about writing targeted for teachers of grades 3-12. The book, Smuggling Writing: Strategies That Get Students to Write Every Day,…
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Avison Young Office Lease – 902 N Pleasantburg
February 18, 2016Avison Young commercial real estate announces that Gordon Anderson represented Ridgell Media LLC in the leasing of a 1400SF Office space located at 902 N Pleasantburg Greenville, South Carolina, from…
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Central Carolina Technical College Engineering Graphics Technology program prints 3-D prosthetic hand for local seventh-grader
February 18, 2016This morning, Connor Morgan was given a free 3-D printed prosthetic right hand from Central Carolina Technical College’s Engineering Graphics Technology program. Using a publicly shared design, Engineering Graphics Technology…
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Lexington One students named National Merit Scholarship finalists
February 18, 2016Lexington County School District One congratulates three high school students from Lexington One who attained finalist standing in the 2016 National Merit® Scholarship Program competition. The Lexington District One…
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City Of Columbia and Richland School District One celebrate Eighth Annual “Together We Can Read” initiative
February 18, 2016
The City of Columbia and Richland School District One held the eighth annual “Together We Can Read” press conference this afternoon. City Council Members, Richland District One Board Members, Author…
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Intellisoft study to lift aviation security best practices
February 18, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – Leading identity and credential management company, Intellisoft is polling more than 3,500 industry leaders in order to release a study designed to improve aviation security best practices.…
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Coldwell Banker Commercial Caine announces annual top producing brokers and awards
February 18, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – Each year, Coldwell Banker Commercial Caine recognizes its top producing brokers with honors. This year, the company awarded three brokers across the Upstate for producing within the top local,…
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Coldwell Banker Caine announces annual top producing agents and awards
February 18, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – Each year, Coldwell Banker Caine recognizes its top producing agents with honors. This year, the company awarded over 70 agents across the Upstate for producing within the top…
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Woodlands residents celebrate lifelong love at anniversary event
February 18, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – With half of today’s marriages ending in divorce, the secret to love that lasts can be difficult to discover. However, residents at The Woodlands at Furman seem…
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Upstate VP and president of Southern Community Services earn top HOA management industry credentials
February 18, 2016
Upstate clients include The Reserve at Lake Keowee and Foxwood Hills Two members of the senior leadership team at Southern Community Services (SCS) – whose Upstate clients include The Reserve…
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SC Bar Foundation names Seiner Executive Director
February 18, 2016
The South Carolina Bar Foundation welcomes Megan Sweeney Seiner as the Foundation’s new Executive Director, effective February 15, 2016. Seiner will work with the Bar Foundation’s Board of Directors in…
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SC Bar Foundation names Seiner Executive Director
February 18, 2016
The South Carolina Bar Foundation welcomes Megan Sweeney Seiner as the Foundation’s new Executive Director, effective February 15, 2016. Seiner will work with the Bar Foundation’s Board of Directors in…
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Collins & Lacy Attorney to Present at National Hospitality Law Conference
February 18, 2016
Collins & Lacy, P.C. attorney and Retail and Hospitality Law Chair Christian Stegmaier will present at the 14th Annual Hospitality Law Conference on February 23, 2016 in Houston, Texas. …
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Oconee Economic Alliance named among “America’s Top Economic Development Corporations” by Global Trade Magazine
February 17, 2016
The Oconee Economic Alliance has been recognized as one of Global Trade Magazine’s “America’s Top EDCs” in their February/March 2016 issue. Global Trade – a magazine geared toward U.S. companies…
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26th Annual Midlands Heart Ball set for February 20th
February 17, 2016
The American Heart Association will host the 2016 Midlands Heart Ball this Saturday, February 20th at 6:30 pm at the South Carolina State Museum. One of the most anticipated social…
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26th Annual Midlands Heart Ball set for February 20th
February 17, 2016
The American Heart Association will host the 2016 Midlands Heart Ball this Saturday, February 20th at 6:30 pm at the South Carolina State Museum. One of the most anticipated social…
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Richland County Council approves contracts for construction of sidewalk projects under the Richland Penny Program
February 17, 2016
Richland County Council approved awarding contracts for the construction of three sidewalk projects under the Richland Penny Program during their regular session meeting. Orion Construction Company will receive a contract…
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Ben Ham Gallery opens doors after renovations with new look
February 17, 2016The Ben Ham Gallery, a leading exclusive fine-art photography gallery based out of Hilton Head, S.C., has reopened the Charleston gallery after renovations to the interior design. Located at 416 King Street, the new…
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Ben Ham Gallery opens doors after renovations with new look
February 17, 2016The Ben Ham Gallery, a leading exclusive fine-art photography gallery based out of Hilton Head, S.C., has reopened the Charleston gallery after renovations to the interior design. Located at 416 King Street, the new…
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Nelson Mullins awards inaugural Diversity Scholarship to Harvard 2L Derecka Purnell
February 17, 2016
Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP has awarded its first Diversity Scholarship to Derecka Purnell, a second-year student at Harvard Law School. She will join the Firm’s EducationCounsel group in…
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South Carolina export sales top $30 billion in 2015, achieve sixth consecutive record year
February 17, 2016
State remains top exporter of tires and completed passenger motor vehicles For the sixth consecutive year, the State of South Carolina has set a record for total export sales. Today,…
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South Carolina export sales top $30 billion in 2015, achieve sixth consecutive record year
February 17, 2016
State remains top exporter of tires and completed passenger motor vehicles For the sixth consecutive year, the State of South Carolina has set a record for total export sales. Today,…
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YMCA of Columbia launches 2016 annual campaign – Jerri Spurrier to chair
February 17, 2016
The YMCA of Columbia is launching its annual campaign in hopes of raising $400,000 to ensure that everyone in the Midlands has access to vital community programs and resources that…
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Growing demand for healthcare services drives medical office market
February 17, 2016
Key Takeaways Increased demand for healthcare services is positively impacting medical real estate markets. The Columbia, SC medical office market experienced declining vacancy and rising rental rates in 2015. Physician…
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South Carolina launches Nurse-Family Partnership Pay for Success Project
February 17, 2016
South Carolina Governor Nikki Haley, Christian Soura, Director of the South Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, state officials, and leaders from the private sector announced the nation’s first…
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Mentors chosen for 12th class of Liberty Fellowship
February 17, 2016
21 South Carolina leaders heavy on business experience and community engagement Offering a seasoned perspective to solving problems and getting results, the mentors for the newest Liberty Fellowship class will…
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Mentors chosen for 12th class of Liberty Fellowship
February 17, 2016
21 South Carolina leaders heavy on business experience and community engagement Offering a seasoned perspective to solving problems and getting results, the mentors for the newest Liberty Fellowship class will…
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Blue Ribbon Committee to assist county in flood recovery efforts
February 17, 2016
A group of Richland County residents began meeting this month to assist County officials with a comprehensive plan for flood recovery efforts following the October 2015 flood event. The Blue…
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LTSS to hold Art for Faith’s Sake celebration
February 17, 2016
Event to features art gallery dedication and Witnesses performances The Lutheran Theological Southern Seminary (LTSS) invites campus and community members to attend its Art for Faith’s Sake Celebration, scheduled…
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American Red Cross, City of Columbia calls on Columbia to give blood
February 17, 2016
The American Red Cross is calling on the Columbia community to join a lifesaving team by giving blood. Mayor Steve Benjamin, the City of Columbia and the American Red Cross…
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‘Midlands Gives’ new headquarters for May 3 Giving Day: home of the Fireflies, Columbia, S.C.’s new Spirit Communications Park
February 17, 2016
Nonprofit registration ends February 29, 2016 Central Carolina Community Foundation is partnering with the Columbia Fireflies to house the new headquarters for Midlands Gives, the 24-hour online giving challenge…
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Clemson and USC students to come together to help community pool devastated by flood
February 16, 2016
When it comes to volunteer service, love of community trumps school rivalries at Murraywood Swim & Racquet Club. On Saturday, February 20, 2016, fraternities and sororities from both Clemson and…
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Mashburn Construction welcomes new employee
February 16, 2016
Mashburn Construction is pleased to welcome a new employee to the company: Dave Balderson joins Mashburn’s Columbia office in Healthcare Business Development. In 2010 he received his bachelor’s degree in…
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The Blake at Woodcreek Farms senior living community breaks ground in Greater Columbia
February 16, 2016
A modern senior living experience is making its way to the Columbia area, offering a new tradition in care. The Blake at Woodcreek Farms will offer exciting opportunities to the…
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State of South Carolina hires CBRE to sell surplus properties
February 16, 2016
More than 45 State parcels for sale The South Carolina Department of Administration selected CBRE as the exclusive agent for the sale of more than 45 surplus properties totaling approximately…
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Top HOA management industry credentials earned by Southern Community Services
February 16, 2016
Two members of the senior leadership team at Southern Community Services (SCS) have been awarded the highest credential status in the international homeowner association management industry. Larry Ridlehoover, CMCA®, AMS®,…
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Furman University ranked among top five colleges for “Makings an Impact”
February 15, 2016
Furman University, long recognized for its commitment to community service, student engagement and sustainability, has been rated among the nation’s top five schools for “making an impact” in a newly-released…
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Mount Pleasant Mayor Declares February 27 “Lowcountry Parrot Head Day”
February 15, 2016
Mount Pleasant Mayor Linda Page has declared February 27 “Lowcountry Parrot Head Day” in honor of the Lowcountry Parrot Head Club’s 12th Annual Mardi Crawl on Shem Creek event. Each year, the event encourages attendees…
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North Myrtle Beach Chamber of Commerce launches Political Action Committee to strive toward a bright future for its community
February 15, 2016
The community of North Myrtle Beach has much to offer to the Grand Strand and its Chamber of Commerce knows it. With an economy that relies heavily on tourism, local…
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Thomas Buist represented the seller in the sale of a 7,080 SF net-leased industrial building in North Charleston, SC
February 15, 2016
Lee & Associates Charleston’s Thomas G. Buist, Jr., SIOR, represented the Seller in the sale of a 7,080 SF net leased industrial building located at 131 Hanniford Drive in North…
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St. Pat’s in Five Points now offering in-store pre-sale tickets
February 15, 2016
Starting on Monday, February 15, patrons can find tickets for sale to one of the largest St. Patrick’s Day celebrations in the southeast. In addition to online sales, which have…
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