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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Dr. George Metz named VP for enrollment
March 28, 2016
Dr. George Metz, dean of the School of Education, has been named vice president for enrollment management, effective March 1. Metz has been at Charleston Southern since 2013. He was…
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Coldwell Banker Caine named Platinum Award winner by Cartus Broker Network for fifth consecutive year
March 28, 2016
Coldwell Banker Caine has been named a Platinum Award winner by the Cartus Broker Network for its outstanding performance during the past year. The award was presented at the 2016 Cartus…
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Avison Young Industrial Lease – 3281 Associates Drive
March 28, 2016
Avison Young commercial real estate announced that Todd P. Garrett, CCIM SIOR represented 3281 Associates, LLC in the lease extension of 2,400 sf industrial space located at 3281 Associates Drive…
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Frampton Construction adds two to Charleston office
March 28, 2016
Frampton Construction Company, LLC, a regional full-service construction firm providing planning and design support, preconstruction, construction services, and sustainability services throughout the Carolinas, has added Brian Carter as superintendent and…
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Doctors Care opens second new Lexington location
March 28, 2016
Doctors Care P.A., South Carolina’s largest urgent care company, announces the opening of its second urgent and family care center in Lexington since January. The state-of-the-art Doctors Care Hope Ferry…
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Santee Cooper announces spring Mini-Bond sale
March 28, 2016
Santee Cooper’s spring 2016 Mini-Bond sale is April 1-29 and offers investors the opportunity to purchase tax-free bonds for as little as $200. Santee Cooper Mini-Bonds, which are tax exempt,…
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City of Charleston to provide transitional housing to residents of tent city
March 28, 2016
The City of Charleston and homeless service providers have been working diligently for the past 60 days to assist individuals in tent city with alternative housing options, as the population…
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Heritage Classic Foundation adds an additional scholar award in 2016
March 28, 2016
Eight outstanding Beaufort County seniors were named Heritage Classic Foundation Scholars at a luncheon Monday at the Sonesta Resort. In 2015, the Foundation awarded seven scholarships. During Monday’s awards presentation,…
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Kitty Robinson, President and CEO of Historic Charleston Foundation, speaking Thursday, April 7th at Small Business Lunch at Halls
March 28, 2016
The King Street Marketing Group and Halls Chophouse welcomes Kitty Robinson, President and CEO of Historic Charleston Foundation (HCF), as our guest speaker Thursday, April 7th. . Kitty has been at the…
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Pete Harper represented the landlord in the lease of 2,000 SF of office space in Summerville, SC
March 28, 2016
Lee & Associates Charleston’s Pete Harper, CCIM, represented the Landlord in the lease renewal of 2,000 SF of office space in Palm Village Shopping Center, located at 890-900 Bacons Bridge Road,…
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Spinx expands renewable energy offerings
March 28, 2016
Spinx offers high speed electric vehicle charging stations Spinx, a local company dedicated to providing the state of South Carolina the best of convenience store offerings, is increasing their…
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Four additional PGA Tour Pros commit to the RBC Heritage
March 28, 2016
Harris English, Brian Harman, Justin Thomas and Camilo Villegas have all committed to the 48th annual RBC Heritage Presented by Boeing. South Carolina’s only PGA TOUR event is taking place…
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Richland County marks Community Development Week with gift of a fire truck
March 28, 2016
The fire station at 1631 Clarkson St. in Hopkins has a new addition to help fire crews protect the community thanks to the gift of a pumper truck from Richland…
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David Bouffard joins the Cassina Group
March 28, 2016
The Cassina Group announced the addition of Real Estate Sales Agent David Bouffard. A native Vermonter, Bouffard has called Charleston home for more than 10 years. He has spent the…
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William and Annette Bradshaw create endowed scholarship fund at Greenville Technical College
March 28, 2016
With a pledge of $50,000 to the Greenville Tech Foundation, William and Annette Bradshaw have created an endowed fund to provide scholarships each year. William attended a two-year college himself…
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BFGoodrich® Tires launches 2016 Outstanding Trails program
March 28, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – BFGoodrich® Tires builds tires for any adventure, including those that take drivers off their daily roadways. Through its Outstanding Trails program that promotes sustainable and responsible off-road…
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BFGoodrich® Tires launches 2016 Outstanding Trails program
March 28, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – BFGoodrich® Tires builds tires for any adventure, including those that take drivers off their daily roadways. Through its Outstanding Trails program that promotes sustainable and responsible off-road…
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Enhanced attendee experience at the Volvo Car Open
March 28, 2016
New jumbotron, additional seating at Club Court and live match streaming The Volvo Car Open has added a variety of viewer experiences to enhance its fans’ engagement on-site during the…
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Cyber Academy of South Carolina invites families to enroll for 2016-2017 school year
March 28, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – Cyber Academy of South Carolina (CASC), a tuition-free online public school, invites families to consider enrolling for the 2016-2017 academic year. For the first time, CASC will offer…
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Cyber Academy of South Carolina invites families to enroll for 2016-2017 school year
March 28, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – Cyber Academy of South Carolina (CASC), a tuition-free online public school, invites families to consider enrolling for the 2016-2017 academic year. For the first time, CASC will offer…
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Avison Young welcomes David Mantek
March 28, 2016
Avison Young commercial real estate announced that David Mantek has joined the Avison Young team in Charleston, South Carolina. With over 21 years of hands on experience with investors and…
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City of Columbia to host National Youth Violence Prevention Week activities in April
March 28, 2016
In recognition of National Youth Violence Prevention Week, the City of Columbia Parks and Recreation Department and the Columbia Police Department have partnered to host a series of youth violence…
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Palmetto Health and the University of South Carolina School of Medicine welcome incoming class of resident physicians
March 28, 2016
High Percentage of Resident Physicians Remain in South Carolina to Care for South Carolinians COLUMBIA, SC – Palmetto Health and the University of South Carolina School of Medicine faculty…
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$760,000 in flood recovery grants awarded by One SC Fund
March 28, 2016
18 nonprofit flood relief and recovery programs are funded through Phase II grants The One SC Fund, a fundraising effort that helps South Carolinians who are recovering from unprecedented…
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The YMCA of Columbia thanks the Columbia Fireflies for their generous sponsorship of YMCA youth baseball leagues
March 28, 2016
The YMCA of Columbia announces a community-wide sponsorship of youth baseball leagues by the Columbia Fireflies at YMCAs throughout the Midlands. The new partnership will bring new jerseys and hats…
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70 local creative enterprises open doors for free Columbia Open Studios Tour, presented by 701 CCA, April 2-3
March 28, 2016Self-guided art studio tour spans City of Columbia and Richland and Lexington Counties Seventy local artists will open their working studios for the public during Columbia Open Studios, a signature…
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Richland Two names the 2016–2017 Honor Roll Teachers of the Year
March 28, 2016
Five Richland Two teachers have been selected as the 2016–2017 District Honor Roll Teachers of the Year: Christy Brown, Blythewood Middle; Kristina Dial, North Springs Elementary; Heather Edwards-Bohn, Forest Lake…
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April symposium to explore Reconstruction history, racial legacy 150 years later
March 28, 2016
The shooting of nine people in a Charleston AME church was a catalyst for South Carolina lawmakers to remove the Confederate flag from Statehouse grounds. Nine months later, the state’s capital city…
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Forbes Magazine Rates CBRE Group, Inc. 15th on America’s Best Employers List
March 28, 2016CBRE Group, Inc. today announced that it has been ranked 15th on the list of 500 U.S.-based companies in Forbes magazine’s 2016 “America’s Best Employers” list. CBRE is the largest…
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Forbes Magazine rates CBRE Group 15th on America’s Best Employers list
March 28, 2016
CBRE Group, Inc. announced that it has been ranked 15th on the list of 500 U.S.-based companies in Forbes magazine’s 2016 “America’s Best Employers” list. CBRE is the largest commercial…
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Columbia, S.C.’s Famously Hot New Year celebration drew 35,000 guests from 36 states and 10 countries
March 28, 2016Famously Hot New Year (FHNY), South Carolina’s biggest free New Year’s Eve celebration, drew an estimated 35,000 people to downtown Columbia, S.C., on Dec. 31, 2015. Economic impact on local…
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NAI Avant facilitates continued growth for restaurant Urban Cookhouse
March 28, 2016NAI Avant senior brokers Roger Winn and Jeff Hein, SIOR recently represented Urban Cookhouse in a ±5,000 square foot (SF) lease at 1072 Lake Murray Blvd in Irmo, SC. The…
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Wings Across South Carolina Bioblitz
March 28, 2016
Special Event to Celebrate Birds at Congaree National Park As the days grow longer and the subtle hues of winter give way to the vibrant green of spring, Congaree…
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Columbia, S.C.’s Famously Hot New Year celebration drew 35,000 guests from 36 states and 10 countries
March 28, 2016
Famously Hot New Year (FHNY), South Carolina’s biggest free New Year’s Eve celebration, drew an estimated 35,000 people to downtown Columbia, S.C., on Dec. 31, 2015. Economic impact on local…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: non-profit, on-the-move
70 local creative enterprises open doors for free Columbia Open Studios Tour, presented by 701 CCA, April 2-3
March 28, 2016
Self-guided art studio tour spans City of Columbia and Richland and Lexington Counties Seventy local artists will open their working studios for the public during Columbia Open Studios, a signature…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: on-the-move
NAI Avant facilitates continued growth for restaurant Urban Cookhouse
March 28, 2016
NAI Avant senior brokers Roger Winn and Jeff Hein, SIOR recently represented Urban Cookhouse in a ±5,000 square foot (SF) lease at 1072 Lake Murray Blvd in Irmo, SC. The…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: commercial-real-estate, on-the-move
