Coker College professor Mal Hyman to announce run for U.S. Congress
February 10, 2016
Coker College Professor of Sociology Mal Hyman will announce his run for the Democratic nomination for South Carolina’s 7th Congressional District on Thursday, Feb. 11, at 11:45 a.m. at the…
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Richland County facility upgrades set to improve services, amenities
February 10, 2016
Richland County residents will have greater and improved access to County services and public facilities as several major building and renovation projects reach completion in the coming months and remainder…
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Jason Speake joins South Carolina Power Team as Senior Project Manager
February 10, 2016
South Carolina Power Team announces the addition of Jason Speake to its Global Business team as senior project manager. In his new role Jason will focus on new industry recruitment and…
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Newmark Grubb Wilson Kibler hires Research Director
February 10, 2016
Newmark Grubb Wilson Kibler, a leading real estate services firm, announces the hiring of John Anderson as the new Research Director. Before starting at Newmark Grubb Wilson Kibler, John was…
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SC BlueCross, SC BlueChoice start Maternity Blue Distinction Program, recognize South Carolina hospitals for delivering quality, affordable maternity care
February 10, 2016
In an effort to help prospective parents find hospitals that deliver quality, affordable maternity care, BlueCross®BlueShield® of South Carolina and BlueChoice® Health Plan of South Carolina announce the first hospitals…
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Richland One to celebrate 20th anniversary of district’s Challenger Learning Center
February 10, 2016
For 20 years, a spirit of adventure and a love of science and math, along with the help of a space flight simulator, have “transported” thousands of students, teachers and…
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U.S. Chamber’s 4th Annual International IP Index finds Global IP Environment continues upward trend
February 10, 2016
Research document ranks IP Environments, commitment to innovation in 38 Economies around the world The U.S. Chamber of Commerce released its 4th annual International IP Index, “Infinite Possibilities,” which found…
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State Chamber, SCMA, Business Community release statement following hearing on H.4555 Bill to repeal Right to Work law
February 10, 2016The South Carolina Chamber of Commerce President Ted Pitts, the South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance President Lewis Gossett, and President & CEO of Cox Industries, Mikee Johnson, today released the following…
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Caldwell Commercial new listing – Aviation Business Park IV
February 10, 2016Caldwell Commercial announce its new listing, available September 2016, at 5895 Core Road, North Charleston, SC. Aviation Business Park IV, offers a minimum of 10,400 SF and a maximum of…
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Nexsen Pruet expands Upstate employment practice
February 10, 2016
Ashley Robertson Parr has joined Nexsen Pruet’s Greenville office as an associate with the Employment and Labor Law group. Parr’s legal experience includes a variety of areas such as workers’…
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Jindal Films America selects O’Neal for Georgia film plant
February 10, 2016O’Neal, Inc., an integrated design and construction firm, has been selected to provide Engineering-Procurement-Construction (EPC) services for Jindal Films America (JFA) LLC for their biaxially oriented polypropylene film (BOPP) line…
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Chiropractic practice of Clemson University’s athletes locates in downtown Greenville
February 10, 2016
Dr. Michael Nelson and Dr. Kelsey Nelson of Carolina Active Health Chiropractic recently announced their grand opening at 16 Mills Avenue in Greenville. Carolina Active Health provides holistic and customized…
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Cupcakes to sandwiches
February 10, 2016SWEET: A Cupcake Company will add gourmet sandwiches to its gourmet cupcake and specialty cake lineup beginning Mar. 1. “Just in time for spring,” says Kemperlyn Graham, who – along…
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South Carolina ranks 2nd in % solar job growth nationally
February 10, 2016
The Solar Foundation (TSF), an independent nonprofit research and education organization, today released state-by-state data from its annual National Solar Jobs Census series via the State Solar Jobs Census Map (www.SolarStates.org). This year’s State Census provides…
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South Carolina ranks 2nd in % solar job growth nationally
February 10, 2016
The Solar Foundation (TSF), an independent nonprofit research and education organization, today released state-by-state data from its annual National Solar Jobs Census series via the State Solar Jobs Census Map (www.SolarStates.org). This year’s State Census provides…
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Five Points continues Centennial celebrations with documentary short video, more beautification projects
February 10, 2016New restaurants and retail shops add sparkle to popular leisure district Five Points’ 100th birthday initiatives have been so fruitful, and growth in the dining and retail sectors has…
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Judge Casey Manning to give keynote at Kids’ Chance of South Carolina Gala
February 10, 2016Judge Casey Manning of S.C.’s Fifth Judicial Circuit will give the keynote address to members of the state’s legal and medical communities at the annual gala for Kids’ Chance of…
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John Denver Tribute comes to Camden, SC
February 10, 2016A fundraiser for the Habitat for Humanity of Kershaw County The Fine Arts Center of Kershaw County (FAC) is proud to be a producing sponsor for this special fundraising event…
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NAI Avant arranges lease renewals on ±12,613 SF of suburban office space
February 10, 2016NAI Avant senior broker Roger Winn represented the landlord in multiple lease renewals at Parklane Centre in Columbia, SC. The tenant, SC Department of Health and Human Services, renewed four…
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John Denver Tribute comes to Camden, SC
February 10, 2016
A fundraiser for the Habitat for Humanity of Kershaw County The Fine Arts Center of Kershaw County (FAC) is proud to be a producing sponsor for this special fundraising event…
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NAI Avant arranges lease renewals on ±12,613 SF of suburban office space
February 10, 2016
NAI Avant senior broker Roger Winn represented the landlord in multiple lease renewals at Parklane Centre in Columbia, SC. The tenant, SC Department of Health and Human Services, renewed four…
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Judge Casey Manning to give keynote at Kids’ Chance of South Carolina Gala
February 10, 2016
Judge Casey Manning of S.C.’s Fifth Judicial Circuit will give the keynote address to members of the state’s legal and medical communities at the annual gala for Kids’ Chance of…
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Cupcakes to sandwiches
February 10, 2016
SWEET: A Cupcake Company will add gourmet sandwiches to its gourmet cupcake and specialty cake lineup beginning Mar. 1. “Just in time for spring,” says Kemperlyn Graham, who – along…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: food, on-the-move
Five Points continues Centennial celebrations with documentary short video, more beautification projects
February 10, 2016
New restaurants and retail shops add sparkle to popular leisure district Five Points’ 100th birthday initiatives have been so fruitful, and growth in the dining and retail sectors has…
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Lee Haynsworth joins Coldwell Banker Caine in Greenville
February 9, 2016
Coldwell Banker Caine recently welcomed Lee Haynsworth as a residential sales agent to its Greenville office. Lee joins Coldwell Banker Caine with a background as a paralegal for Resurgent Capital…
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U.S. Engine Valve donation
February 9, 2016U.S. Engine Valve/Nittan Valve made a $20,000 donation to the Tri-County Technical College Foundation to purchase two DEPCO ER2U robots for the Corporate and Community Education Division’s Mechatronics program. …
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Local Harley-Davidson® Dealer recognized for outstanding performance
February 9, 2016
Harley Haven was awarded with the Harley-Davidson Motor Company prestigious Gold Bar & Shield Circle of Excellence Award for the 2015 calendar year. This award is presented to the top…
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The Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina recently selected two Benedict College students for their 2016 President’s Fellow Program
February 9, 2016
Fellows are exposed to all aspects of philanthropy including grantmaking, financial management, community building, public policy and issue driven initiatives. “The President’s Fellows Program gives the Foundation an opportunity to…
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Doug Bridges named REALTOR® of the Year
February 9, 2016
Central Carolina REALTORS® Association of South Carolina recently named Doug Bridges 2015 REALTOR® of the Year. Mr. Bridges from Coldwell Banker United, REALTORS accepted the prestigious honor along with his…
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Williamson honored as State Employee of the Year by S.C. Association of Regional Councils of Government
February 9, 2016
The S.C. Association of Regional Councils of Government named James C. “Jimmie” Williamson, Ph.D., president of the SC Technical College System, as State Employee of the Year. Williamson was recognized…
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Williamson honored as State Employee of the Year by S.C. Association of Regional Councils of Government
February 9, 2016
The S.C. Association of Regional Councils of Government named James C. “Jimmie” Williamson, Ph.D., president of the SC Technical College System, as State Employee of the Year. Williamson was recognized…
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NAI Avant procures industrial lease in Columbia, SC
February 9, 2016NAI Avant senior brokers Gerald Steele and Macon Lovelace facilitated leasing 110 Leventis Drive in Columbia. The industrial building is ±9,060 square feet. The property was leased to Hinson Cabinet…
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NAI Avant procures industrial lease in Columbia, SC
February 9, 2016
NAI Avant senior brokers Gerald Steele and Macon Lovelace facilitated leasing 110 Leventis Drive in Columbia. The industrial building is ±9,060 square feet. The property was leased to Hinson Cabinet…
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Richland Penny Opens Section of the Innovista Phase One Project to the Public
February 8, 2016
LAD Corporation, the contractor for the Innovista Phase One Project, has opened up a portion of the project to the public today. The section of Greene Street between Assembly Street…
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City of Columbia Parks and Recreation Department provides updates on parks, facilities damaged during October flood
February 8, 2016
The City of Columbia Parks and Recreation Department continues repairs at several parks and facilities that were damaged during the October 2015 flood. Below is an update on the repair…
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Good Done Great launches the only fully unified corporate social responsibility technology suite
February 8, 2016
The cloud-based platform enables Fortune 1000 companies to execute engaging employee giving, volunteer and corporate grant programs and initiatives through one platform. “Until now, corporations wanting to unify their CSR…
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Ameris Bank announces Peggy Small as Mt. Pleasant Branch Manager
February 8, 2016
Ameris Bank has named Peggy Small as branch manager of the Mt. Pleasant location. In this role she will build and maintain banking relationships in the Mt. Pleasant area and…
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Local works companies thrive from bustling cowork space
February 8, 2016
One and a half years after launch, Lowcountry Local First has announced the annual revenue of the 42 entrepreneurs in the organization’s Local Works coworking space exceeds $16,000,000. The space…
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The Beach Company celebrates 70th anniversary by supporting Memminger Elementary reading programs
February 8, 2016
The Beach Company has partnered with Memminger Elementary School in Charleston, to promote literacy by providing mentorship to students, donating books to the school library and building a special “book…
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GSP welcomes Outstanding Hospitality Management
February 8, 2016
GSP Airport District officials announce Outstanding Hospitality Management (OHM) as the new food and beverage operators for R.J. Rockers Flight Room and Thomas Creek Grill currently operating at GSP International…
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Grainger Generating Station stacks fall
February 8, 2016
Santee Cooper brought down Grainger Generating Station’s two, 300-foot stacks, the final significant structures to be removed in the ongoing dismantling of the station and a significant symbol of Santee…
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Deborah McKetty named to Federal Reserve Bank Community Investment Council
February 8, 2016
Deborah McKetty, the executive director of CommunityWorks, was recently named to the Community Investment Council of the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond. McKetty was selected based on her expertise and…
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Sandlapper Capital Investments, LLC closes acquisition of three Florida properties, launches syndicated portfolio for accredited investors
February 8, 2016
Sandlapper Capital Investments, LLC (“Sandlapper”) announced today it has closed three mixed-use office and industrial properties in Longwood, Lakeland and Melbourne, Florida for an undisclosed price. The properties are made…
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DHEC awards eight South Carolina Schools as Champions of the Environment
February 8, 2016
The S.C. Department of Health and Environmental Control announced eight schools won grants to support innovative efforts to educate the next generation of environmental stewards. . From building bird sanctuaries…
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DHEC awards eight South Carolina Schools as Champions of the Environment
February 8, 2016Eight schools won grants to support innovative efforts to educate the next generation of environmental stewards, the S.C. Department of Health and Environmental Control announced today. From building bird sanctuaries…
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United Way of the Midlands invests $300,000 into new housing rebuild and repair initiatives
February 8, 2016
United Way of the Midlands is investing $300,000 in new housing rebuild and repair initiatives for flood damaged homes throughout the Midlands. Funds will be distributed to non-profit organizations and…
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Lexington resident Dr. Rod Walters invited to lead NFL Seminar on Concussion Management
February 8, 2016
Rod Walters, certified athletic trainer and former University of South Carolina Assistant Athletic Director for Sports Medicine has been invited by the Professional Football Athletic Trainers Association to provide an…
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SCE&G to test Lake Murray Dam inundation sirens
February 8, 2016
SCE&G will conduct an annual test of its Lake Murray Dam inundation sirens on Tuesday, Feb. 9 at noon. The sirens will sound for approximately three minutes. In the unlikely…
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National Parks maintenance backlog reaches $11.9 billion
February 8, 2016
The National Park Service (NPS) this week released its Fiscal Year 2015 deferred maintenance statistics for national parks. The $11.9 billion nationwide total was up from the $11.49 billion reported…
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Richland One School Improvement Council Honored
February 8, 2016
The School Improvement Council (SIC) of Meadowfield Elementary School has been named to the South Carolina School Improvement Council’s 2016 Honor Roll. Ten Honor Roll SICs are recognized for their…
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