Building permit fees waived for flood-related repairs
March 30, 2016
Richland County is waiving building permit fees and business license fees for individuals and volunteer organizations working to repair structures damaged by the October flood. Building permits and business licenses…
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South Carolina Philharmonic gives Midlands youth a behind-the-scens view
March 30, 2016Thanks to the South Carolina Philharmonic and the Salvation Army, a dozen young people had an eye-opening, mind-expanding experience at the Koger Center on Saturday, March 12. They attended a…
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One pet food manufacturer demands USA chickens, protecting jobs and food safety
March 30, 2016
According to the National Chicken Council, Americans each eat an average of nearly 92 pounds of chicken per year. That’s a number that has steadily increased over the years, as…
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Columbia College and South University announce pre-pharmacy collaboration
March 30, 2016
Columbia College President Elizabeth Dinndorf and South University School of Pharmacy President David Shoop signed a memorandum of understanding creating a “preferred consideration” opportunity for students in the College’s pre-pharmacy…
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Over 200 teachers to be recognized at annual Education Rocks!
March 30, 2016
The Columbia Chamber and MEBA to honor Teachers of the Year for 11 South Carolina districts On April 7, 2016 the Columbia Chamber, in partnership with the Midlands Education…
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Over 200 teachers to be recognized at annual Education Rocks!
March 30, 2016
The Columbia Chamber and MEBA to honor Teachers of the Year for 11 South Carolina districts On April 7, 2016 the Columbia Chamber, in partnership with the Midlands Education…
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FinTrust releases white paper on new Department of Labor Fiduciary Standards
March 30, 2016
FinTrust Investment Advisors has released a white paper on the new Department of Labor (DOL) Fiduciary Standards. The new standards impact all retirement accounts held by investors and address conflicts…
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FinTrust releases white paper on new Department of Labor Fiduciary Standards
March 30, 2016
FinTrust Investment Advisors has released a white paper on the new Department of Labor (DOL) Fiduciary Standards. The new standards impact all retirement accounts held by investors and address conflicts…
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Alzheimer’s Association report shows care contributors sacrifice own food and medical care to support person with Alzheimer’s disease
March 30, 2016COLUMBIA, SC – The personal financial support required by a person with Alzheimer’s disease may ultimately deprive care contributors of basic necessities, such as food, transportation and medical care, according…
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Aiken artist Al Beyer to open Landscape Exhibition in the Bassett Gallery
March 30, 2016CAMDEN, SC – The Fine Arts Center of Kershaw County (FAC) announced a new exhibition opening on Thursday, April 7 in the Basset Gallery in conjunction with Springer Theatricals touring production…
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The Fine Arts Center to present A Closer Walk with Patsy Cline A Springer Theatrical Touring Production
March 30, 2016CAMDEN, SC – The Fine Arts Center of Kershaw County (FAC) will present Springer Theatrical’s professional touring musical sensation, A Closer Walk with Patsy Cline at 8:00 p.m. on Thursday, April…
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Aiken artist Al Beyer to open Landscape Exhibition in the Bassett Gallery
March 30, 2016
CAMDEN, SC – The Fine Arts Center of Kershaw County (FAC) announced a new exhibition opening on Thursday, April 7 in the Basset Gallery in conjunction with Springer Theatricals touring production…
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Autism Academy of South Carolina to hold Autism Awareness Month events in April 2016
March 30, 2016
Leadership Columbia Class of 2016 to assist with month-long campaign COLUMBIA, SC – The Autism Academy of South Carolina (AASC) will hold several events – from dyeing Columbia’s iconic…
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Alzheimer’s Association report shows care contributors sacrifice own food and medical care to support person with Alzheimer’s disease
March 30, 2016
COLUMBIA, SC – The personal financial support required by a person with Alzheimer’s disease may ultimately deprive care contributors of basic necessities, such as food, transportation and medical care, according…
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Callison Tighe’s McDaniel elected to SC Bar House of Delegates
March 30, 2016
Kathleen McDaniel, a member of Callison Tighe and Robinson, has been elected to the South Carolina Bar House of Delegates. As a member of the House of Delegates, McDaniel will…
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Historic Parker Annex building at BullStreet preserved by Diversified Development
March 30, 2016
The historic Parker Annex building, located on the BullStreet property in downtown Columbia, S.C., is now under renovation by the team at Diversified Development, the commercial real estate brokerage and…
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The Fine Arts Center to present A Closer Walk with Patsy Cline A Springer Theatrical Touring Production
March 30, 2016
CAMDEN, SC – The Fine Arts Center of Kershaw County (FAC) will present Springer Theatrical’s professional touring musical sensation, A Closer Walk with Patsy Cline at 8:00 p.m. on Thursday, April…
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South Carolina Philharmonic gives Midlands youth a behind-the-scens view
March 30, 2016
Thanks to the South Carolina Philharmonic and the Salvation Army, a dozen young people had an eye-opening, mind-expanding experience at the Koger Center on Saturday, March 12. They attended a…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: law, on-the-move
EdVenture Children’s Museum to shine bright blue lights on building to raise autism awareness
March 30, 2016
The Museum Shows Support for Autism Speaks’ ‘Light it Up Blue’ Campaign EdVenture Children’s Museum has partnered with Autism Speaks to celebrate World Autism Day and help raise global awareness…
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Wofford among Forbes’ ‘best value colleges’
March 29, 2016
Wofford College is among Forbes magazine’s 300 “Best Value Colleges 2016” in an article published today (Tuesday, March 29, 2016). Wofford, ranked 134th, is the third-highest of the six South…
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Five outstanding PGA Tour Pros have been added to the RBC Heritage field
March 29, 2016
Luke Donald, Brian Gay, Jamie Lovemark, Sean O’Hair and Ian Poulter have all committed to the 48th annual RBC Heritage Presented by Boeing. South Carolina’s only PGA TOUR event is…
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Blackbaud releases significant updates to Employee Giving and Volunteering Cloud Solution
March 29, 2016Blackbaud, Inc. (NASDAQ: BLKB), the leading provider of software and services for the global philanthropic community, today announced significant user experience and mobile capability updates to AngelPoints™, its integrated cloud…
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Senator Scott nominates 50 South Carolina Students to U.S. Military Service Academies
March 29, 2016
U.S. Senator Tim Scott (R-SC) today announced the nominations of 50 South Carolina students to the United States Military Service Academies for the class of 2020, including the U.S. Naval…
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Senator Scott nominates 50 South Carolina Students to U.S. Military Service Academies
March 29, 2016
U.S. Senator Tim Scott (R-SC) today announced the nominations of 50 South Carolina students to the United States Military Service Academies for the class of 2020, including the U.S. Naval…
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City of Columbia accepting submissions for Youth Violence Prevention Expo
March 29, 2016
The City of Columbia Parks and Recreation Department is accepting submissions for the Youth Violence Prevention Expo, which will be held during National Youth Violence Prevention Week in April. The…
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Ryan Welch represented the tenant in the lease of 3,000 SF of industrial space in North Charleston
March 29, 2016
Lee & Associates Charleston’s Ryan Welch represented the tenant, RYA Corporation in the lease of 3,000 SF of industrial space located at 7320 Industry Drive in North Charleston, SC. The…
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Charleston Area SBDC is named National SBDC of the year
March 29, 2016
The Small Business Administration has named the Charleston Area Small Business Development Center the 2016 National SBDC Center of Excellence and Innovation as announced by SBA administrator Maria Contreras-Sweet. The…
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ProSource Plumbing Supply expands showroom staff with Clay Lovely and Nikki Allen
March 29, 2016
ProSource Plumbing Supply – a Greenville-based wholesale supplier of commercial and residential plumbing fixtures, hardware and supplies – recently announced the addition of Clay Lovely and Nikki Allen to its…
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Local technology player Softdocs plans for aggressive growth in 2016
March 29, 2016
Education-focused enterprise Content Management and Process Automation Solutions Provider expanding with new headquarters and new 2016 hires After another year of significant growth serving the education marketplace, Softdocs, an enterprise…
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WG Plastics Technology Corporation establishing Abbeville County operations
March 29, 2016
Company investing $2.7 million in project . . WG Plastics Technology Corporation, a manufacturer of plastics and injection molded assemblies, is establishing operations in South Carolina with a new facility…
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EdVenture receives $75,000 from Colonial Life to support youth development
March 29, 2016
Donation will support BeABoss Youth Summit, Future Leaders, Museum Apprentice and BioInvesitgators Programs EdVenture Children’s Museum announces that Colonial Life will serve as the presenting sponsor of the BeABoss…
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Local manufacturer CEO elected to Precision Metalforming Association Board chariman
March 29, 2016
Dayton Rogers’ owner and president Ron Lowry elected Precision Metalforming Association Board Chairman Precision Metalforming Association (PMA) recently announced that Ron Lowry, owner and president of Dayton Rogers Manufacturing Company,…
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GNMO II deploys $10 million in new markets tax credits for Spartanburg, S.C. project
March 29, 2016
Greenville New Markets Opportunity II (GNMO II), a Community Development Entity (CDE) managed by taxadvantagegroup and Greenville Local Development Corporation in Greenville, S.C., has deployed $10 million of New Markets…
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Aspen Dental Practice opening in North Myrtle Beach makes access to care easier in South Carolina
March 29, 2016
Dr. Raymond Merkler, DMD, and team to offer full service dental care and personalized treatment plans Appointments are now available at the new Aspen Dental practice that is scheduled to…
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O’Neal supports STEAM efforts by participating in iMAGINE Upstate
March 29, 2016GREENVILLE, SC – O’Neal, Inc., a Greenville-based integrated design and construction firm, will feature an experimental engagement at iMAGINE Upstate on Saturday, April 2 to show students how technology is…
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The Heirloom Companies wins four top job awards
March 29, 2016
Designs recognized by National Ornamental and Miscellaneous Metals Association GREENVILLE, SC – The Heirloom Companies recently won four awards for its exceptional designs during National Ornamental and Miscellaneous Metals Association…
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Fine Arts Center of Kershaw County receives grant from Duke Energy
March 29, 2016CAMDEN, SC – The Fine Arts Center of Kershaw County (FAC) recently received an $8,000 grant from Duke Energy. Through its grants, the Duke Energy Foundation supports local non-profits who make…
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Reviving the Long-Lost Food History of the Midlands with Motor Supply Executive Chef Wes Fulmer and Dr. David Shields at Historic Columbia
March 29, 2016April 8th – Historic Columbia event kicks off 2016 Gardening Symposium, “Redefining the Southern Garden: Past, Present and Future,” with keynote by Dr. Shields and reception hors d’oeuvres by Chef…
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Columbia, SC office furniture dealer, McWaters, expands into Charleston
March 29, 2016
McWaters announces that it is strengthening and growing its relationship with Steelcase in the Charleston area. Steelcase chose McWaters to provide resources and support in this rapidly growing area thanks…
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Columbia, SC office furniture dealer, McWaters, expands into Charleston
March 29, 2016
McWaters announces that it is strengthening and growing its relationship with Steelcase in the Charleston area. Steelcase chose McWaters to provide resources and support in this rapidly growing area thanks…
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Jefferson Awards Foundation announces Media Partnership with WACH FOX
March 29, 2016
The Jefferson Awards Foundation, a nonprofit organization dedicated to building a culture of service across America, announced today that WACH FOX, part of the Sinclair Broadcast Group, has signed on…
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Fine Arts Center of Kershaw County receives grant from Duke Energy
March 29, 2016
CAMDEN, SC – The Fine Arts Center of Kershaw County (FAC) recently received an $8,000 grant from Duke Energy. Through its grants, the Duke Energy Foundation supports local non-profits who make…
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Coastal Carolina group attends Policy Intensive study in Washington
March 29, 2016
Graduate students meet with key officials; discuss the nexus between policy and science CONWAY, SC – A group of Coastal Carolina University (CCU) graduate students led by Marine Science…
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Reviving the Long-Lost Food History of the Midlands with Motor Supply Executive Chef Wes Fulmer and Dr. David Shields at Historic Columbia
March 29, 2016
April 8th – Historic Columbia event kicks off 2016 Gardening Symposium, “Redefining the Southern Garden: Past, Present and Future,” with keynote by Dr. Shields and reception hors d’oeuvres by Chef…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: food, on-the-move
Furman Graduate from Simpsonville named prestigious Rangel Fellow
March 28, 2016
Natalia Arenas, a 2015 Furman University graduate from Simpsonville, has been selected as a Fellow in the Charles B. Rangel International Affairs Program. In a highly competitive nationwide process, Arenas…
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Greenville County celebrates National Community Development Week
March 28, 2016
The Greenville County Redevelopment Authority (GCRA) announced today that National Community Development Week will be celebrated in the Brutontown community on Wednesday, March 30, from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. with…
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Amy Bridwell Joins Coldwell Banker Caine in Greenville
March 28, 2016
Coldwell Banker Caine recently welcomed Amy Bridwell as a residential sales agent to its Greenville office. Amy joins Coldwell Banker Caine with over ten years of experience in real estate,…
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Coastal Carolina group attends Policy Intensive study in Washington
March 28, 2016Graduate students meet with key officials; discuss the nexus between policy and science CONWAY, SC – A group of Coastal Carolina University (CCU) graduate students led by Marine Science…
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Kevin M. Caskey participating in Moore Beauston & Woodham L.L.P internship program
March 28, 2016
Moore Beauston & Woodham L.L.P., a full service accounting and consulting firm with offices in West Columbia, Charleston, Greenville and Hartsville, South Carolina announced that: Kevin M. Caskey, after graduating…
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Dr. Michael Bryant named Executive VP
March 28, 2016
Dr. Michael L. Bryant, dean of the School of Christian Studies and associate professor, has been named executive vice president at . Bryant’s responsibilities will include Strategic Planning, Student Services,…
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