Gov. Henry McMaster, Superintendent Molly Spearman: Public K-12 schools to remain closed for remainder of the year
April 22, 2020Gov. Henry McMaster, Superintendent Molly Spearman: Public K-12 Schools to Remain Closed for Remainder of the Year
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Charleston Animal Society re-accredited by AAHA
April 22, 2020
Organization Achieves Highest Level of Veterinary Excellence Charleston Animal Society has once again achieved the highest level of veterinary excellence following a thorough evaluation by the American Animal Hospital Association…
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NAI Charleston facilitates industrial sale at 157 Acres Drive
April 22, 2020
NAI Charleston announced that Sarah Shelley and Thomas Boulware, CCIM represented the seller in the sale of 157 Acres Drive, an ±8,100 SF industrial property in Ladson, SC. The buyer,…
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Nexsen Pruet deepens health care roots in the Carolinas
April 22, 2020
Addition of new lawyers is indicative of six-decade commitment to serving providers Attorneys Darra James Coleman and Alice Harris have joined the Nexsen Pruet law firm in Columbia. Coleman is…
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Blackbaud solutions power record COVID-19 donations for humanitarian aid organization
April 22, 2020
Direct Relief relies on Blackbaud fundraising solutions during historic peak in donations that includes high-volume celebrity fundraisers like Diddy’s Team Love Dance-A-Thon Blackbaud (NASDAQ: BLKB), the world’s leading cloud software company powering social…
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As COVID-19 challenges employers, managing workforce reductions with empathy is crucial
April 22, 2020
The Benefitfocus platform now helps HR leaders to manage, communicate with and support employees beyond their employment relationship Benefitfocus, Inc. (NASDAQ: BNFT), a technology platform enabling rapid innovation for employers and…
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Novolex repurposes to manufacture medical protective equipment
April 22, 2020
HARTSVILLE, S.C. – As healthcare professionals and first responders have come under increasing strain due to the COVID-19 crisis, Novolex has retooled its manufacturing capabilities and repurposed its supply chains…
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Mumford Industries Inc. pivots to fill the gap in protective coverings with upcycled plastic emergency ponchos
April 22, 2020
Responding with urgency to the national Covid-19 pandemic, Greenwood County based post industrial plastics recycler and reprocessor, Mumford Industries Inc., have pivoted their recycling and reprocessing operation at their Ninety…
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Blackbaud launches technology to help arts and cultural organizations cultivate meaningful relationships with supporters during and after COVID-19
April 22, 2020
Innovative enhancements to Blackbaud Altru® position organizations for increased giving, sustained engagement and safe operations Blackbaud (NASDAQ: BLKB), the world’s leading cloud software company powering social good, today announces three rapid innovation enhancements…
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Duke Energy Foundation provides more than $340,000 to South Carolina K-12 education organizations during COVID-19 crisis
April 22, 2020
Grants support education programs and nonprofits Funding also provides flexibility for use by organizations The Duke Energy Foundation has announced more than $340,000 in grants to support South Carolina K-12 education programs…
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Local CBD company becomes hand sanitizer supplier
April 22, 2020
Founders of Redeem Therapeutics observed the shortage of hand sanitizer and quickly turned a portion of their CBD business into a hand sanitizer manufacturer. Redeem Therapeutics, a retail and wholesale CBD company…
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Immedion announces Office 365 backup solution
April 22, 2020
Immedion LLC, a premiere provider of cloud, data center and managed IT services, announced the addition of Office 365 backup services through their Veeam Cloud & Service Provider (VCSP) partnership…
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Scientific Games scores new six-year contract from South Carolina Education Lottery
April 22, 2020Company’s Products and Services Continue to Maximize Profits for State Education Programs Scientific Games Corporation (NASDAQ: SGMS) (“Scientific Games” or the “Company”) won a new, six-year contract from the South Carolina Education…
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South Atlantic Bancshares, Inc. reports earnings of 17 cents per diluted common share for the quarter ended March 31, 2020
April 22, 2020MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. – South Atlantic Bancshares, Inc., parent of South Atlantic Bank, reported net income of $1.3 million, or $0.17 per diluted share, for the quarter ended March 31, 2020, compared to $1.3…
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Colliers International’s Philip Vann, CCIM and Tommy Johnson collaborate to bring Highfill Infrastructure Engineering to the Meridian in Downtown Columbia
April 22, 2020
Colliers’ brokerage associates represented both the landlord and tenant for the new lease at the Meridian office tower Colliers International’s Philip Vann, CCIM represented the tenant, Highfill Infrastructure Engineering, P.C.,…
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Regional Management Corp. appoints Sandra K. Johnson, Ph. D., to Board of Directors
April 22, 2020GREENVILLE, SC – Regional Management Corp. (NYSE: RM), a diversified consumer finance company, announced the appointment of Sandra K. Johnson, Ph. D., to its Board of Directors, effective immediately. Dr.…
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Help local nonprofits overcome the impact of COVID-19 on Midlands Gives Day, hosted by Central Carolina Community Foundation
April 22, 2020
On Tuesday, May 5, 2020, the region will come together virtually through Midlands Gives to raise critically needed funds for local nonprofits. The dollars raised will allow the region’s nonprofits…
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Thomas L. Rhodes, III appointed Chairman of the Salvation Army of the Midlands’ Advisory Board
April 22, 2020
The Salvation Army of the Midlands has appointed Thomas L. Rhodes, III as Chairman of the Advisory Board. Thomas was installed as an Advisory Board Member in 2014 and served…
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COVID-19 tests developed at Clemson University could be key in protecting healthcare providers and reigniting S.C. economy
April 22, 2020
Researchers respond to urgent call for COVID-19 testing Clemson University researchers are volunteering their time and resources as part of a statewide effort to develop serologic tests that could play…
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$1.2M raised within two weeks for COVID-19 Relief & Recovery Fund in coastal SC, with $500k match from Bakker family
April 22, 2020
Coastal Community Foundation and its regional partners announce today that $1.2 million has been raised in two weeks for the COVID-19 Relief & Recovery Fund for coastal South Carolina, exceeding…
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Richland Library features local artists in online jazz performance – April 24
April 21, 2020
TGIF! Richland Library is turning up the dial with a night of cool jazz. Please join us for Evening Arts: Jazz and Poetry with Eboni Ramm and Friends from 7…
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Lander’s COVID-19 Crisis Fund assists students in need
April 21, 2020
Lander COVID-19 Crisis Fund Assists Students in Need GREENWOOD, SC – Adapting to remote learning wasn’t the only challenge that Lander University students faced when classes moved online in the…
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NHE begins leasing on newly completed affordable housing apartment community in Upstate
April 21, 2020
Property management group adds new 24-unit Linden Square apartment home development in Gaffney to portfolio GREENVILLE – COLUMBIA – CHARLESTON, SC – April 21, 2020 – Noted South Carolina-based property…
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McMaster names Kennedy to COVID-19 recovery team
April 21, 2020
Nephron CEO Ready to Get South Carolina Moving Again Governor Henry McMaster announced Nephron Pharmaceuticals Corporation CEO and owner Lou Kennedy as a member of the state’s coordinated COVID-19 advisory…
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Opportunities in Our Own Upstate Backyard
April 21, 2020
By Jim White, Ph.D. As the COVID-19 crisis sweeps the country, people living in thousands of impoverished American communities are likely feeling even more anxious than ever. Distressed communities may…
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Opportunities in Our Own Lowcountry Backyard
April 21, 2020
By Jim White, Ph.D. As the COVID-19 crisis sweeps the country, people living in thousands of impoverished American communities are likely feeling even more anxious than ever. Distressed communities may…
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Lander University’s Emergency Management Program is educating leaders for times of crisis, disaster
April 21, 2020Lander University’s Emergency Management Program is educating leaders for times of crisis, disaster A tornado in March ripped through central Tennessee, killing 24 people and bringing a swath of destruction…
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Opportunities in Our Own Backyard
April 21, 2020
By Jim White, Ph.D. As the COVID-19 crisis sweeps the country, people living in thousands of impoverished American communities are likely feeling even more anxious than ever. Distressed communities may…
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Adams Products expanding operations in Cherokee County
April 21, 2020
More Than $12.5 Million Investment Creating 31 New Jobs Adams Products, a subsidiary of Oldcastle APG, announced plans to expand operations in Cherokee County. The more than $12.5 million investment…
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Colliers Report: Industrial supply and demand changes daily due to COVID-19
April 21, 2020
Research & Forecast Report Q1-2020 GREENVILLE-SPARTANBURG | INDUSTRIAL Key Takeaways Many industrial businesses remain open in order to manufacture and deliver necessities throughout the nation during the Coronavirus…
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Infinity Marketing Expands Services for Horry-Georgetown Technical College
April 21, 2020
Infinity Marketing, a fully integrated marketing firm, is delighted to expand its offerings with Horry-Georgetown Technical College. The agency is now providing creative services to the school, including photography and…
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SCRA announces six new client companies
April 21, 2020
South Carolina Research Authority (SCRA) announced the recent acceptance of six Client Companies into its entrepreneurial program, SC Launch. Client Companies are provided mentoring and grants and may be eligible for investments from…
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Richland County helps procure 40,000 meals for seniors
April 20, 2020
Senior citizens in Richland County will get a needed boost amid the COVID-19 outbreak, with the County covering costs of providing more than 40,000 meals. At its March 31 meeting,…
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Thoughts from the COVID-19 Frontlines
April 20, 2020
By Cynthia Feldman, MBA I write this in the midst of the COVID-19 chaos; we don’t know if we’re at the beginning, the middle, or nearing the end. But we…
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UofSC’s Executive Education launching COVID-19 speaker series – April 27
April 20, 2020
The Moore School’s Executive Education department is leading a South Carolina Public Radio and Zoom video series, “Managerial Insights: Supporting Businesses During an Uncertain Time,” to provide advice for the…
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Gov. Henry McMaster creates accelerateSC, a coordinated economic revitalization plan
April 20, 2020Governor Also Opens Public Beach Access, Limited Retail Businesses Recognizing the impact of COVID-19’s impact to South Carolina’s economy, Governor Henry McMaster today announced the creation of accelerateSC, a coordinated…
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Maintaining Good Financial Habits in a Time of COVID-19
April 20, 2020
By South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis It’s no secret that money has a significant influence on our lives. While this is frequently made obvious in our daily routines, nothing underscores…
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BASF pledges $50,000 to Seneca tornado relief efforts
April 20, 2020
Today, BASF pledged $50,000 to the City of Seneca Relief Fund. The gift will support community members affected by the recent EF-3 tornado, which caused significant damage to the Seneca…
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Edward Jones to open two new Charleston locations
April 20, 2020
NAI Charleston announced that Will Sherrod, CCIM represented Edward Jones in two new branch locations in the Charleston area. One location will be at 1405 Ben Sawyer Boulevard in Mt.…
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Colliers Report: Construction slows amid COVID-19 outbreak
April 20, 2020
Research & Forecast Report Q1-2020 COLUMBIA | INDUSTRIAL Key Takeaways Several industrial businesses remain open in order to manufacture and deliver necessities throughout the nation during the Coronavirus pandemic. Due…
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Intramed Plus helps limit patients exposure to COVID-19 by keeping them home and out of hospitals during pandemic
April 20, 2020
Keeping patients home right now, either by collaborating with healthcare systems and physicians to get patients discharged more quickly or preventing their admission in the first place, is allowing hospitals…
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Farm to Senior produce offering this week at Senior Resources’ Emergency Senior Nutrition Program and the Distribution Schedule for the upcoming week
April 20, 2020
Thanks to a generous donation from Vertical Roots, all senior citizens in Richland County, will receive a head of fresh lettuce this week when they pick up their 5 free…
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Cameron Yost, Reid Davis, CCIM, SIOR, Pete Harper, CCIM represented the tenant in the lease of 2,611 SF of office space in Mount Pleasant, SC
April 20, 2020
Charleston Office Advisors of Lee & Associates Charleston, LLC represented the Tenant, The Charleston Battery in the lease of 2,611 SF of Office space located at 75 Port City Landing…
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New SCRA business and science advisory boards formed
April 20, 2020
South Carolina Research Authority (SCRA) announces the formation of three Business and Science Advisory Boards (BSABs). The purpose of the BSABs is to advise SCRA’s Board of Trustees when requested…
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Midlands Technical College summer semester to be delivered via alternative instruction
April 19, 2020
Alternative instruction will continue at MTC through the summer semester as part of the college’s response to the coronavirus national health emergency. Most on-ground courses will transition to being delivered…
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Midlands Technical College welcoming high school seniors with open arms
April 19, 2020
Midlands Technical College (MTC) has paved a path that provides an accessible and convenient way to becoming an MTC student for the upcoming summer and fall semesters. Graduating high school…
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Doctors Care urgent care offers COVID-19 testing
April 17, 2020Doctors Care urgent care, based in Columbia, S.C., has completed its third week of successfully screening patients for COVID-19, and has expanded its program to begin testing first responders and…
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Graycliff Capital announces Waterleaf at Battery Creek, upscale multi-family development in Port Royal, S.C.
April 17, 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 Lowcountry, Waterleaf at Battery Creek –…
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Graycliff Capital announces Waterleaf at Battery Creek, upscale multi-family development in Port Royal, S.C.
April 17, 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 Lowcountry, Waterleaf at Battery Creek –…
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Rebuild Upstate completes repairs on its 1,000 home
April 17, 2020
Thirteen years after the first nail was hammered into the roof of a home near Clemson University, Rebuild Upstate recently completed repairs on its 1,000 home. Rebuild Upstate serves low-income…
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