Duke Energy Progress gains approval to transition to a smarter, cleaner energy future at the Asheville Plant
February 29, 2016Duke Energy Progress gains approval to transition to a smarter, cleaner energy future at the Asheville Plant Company plans to file future Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity (CPCN) applications…
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City Welcomes Carolina Kernels to North Main with a ribbon cutting ceremony
February 29, 2016
On Tuesday, March 1, Mayor Steve Benjamin and Councilman Sam Davis will host a ribbon cutting ceremony to welcome Carolina Kernels to North Main St. The ribbon cutting will be…
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Avison Young Industrial Lease – 522 Wando Lane
February 29, 2016
Avison Young commercial real estate announces that Tradd Varner represented Finger Snappin’ Entertainment in the leasing of 1,920 sf warehouse space located at 522 Wando Lane in Mt. Pleasant, South…
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Avison Young Industrial Lease – 522 Wando Lane
February 29, 2016
Avison Young commercial real estate announces that Tradd Varner represented Finger Snappin’ Entertainment in the leasing of 1,920 sf warehouse space located at 522 Wando Lane in Mt. Pleasant, South…
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Blythewood High School Teacher recognized at local author showcase
February 29, 2016
Blythewood High School German teacher Dr. Arthur Turfa was one of 30 authors at Richland Library’s Local Author Showcase this past weekend. The event, part of the Deckle Edge S.C.…
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Riverbanks Zoo and Garden offers wild escape for budding imaginations
February 29, 2016Colonial Life & Accident Insurance Company has contributed $200,000 to Riverbanks Zoo and Garden in support of the Zoo’s numerous educational opportunities including Summer Zoo Camp that begins on Monday,…
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Richland County to receive $23.5 million in U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Flood Grant funds
February 29, 2016
Richland County will receive $23.5 million for flood recovery efforts, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) announced Monday. The CDBG-Disaster Recovery funding is part of $157 million…
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South Carolina Pastors Alliance calls for immediate resignation of Senator Lindsey Graham
February 29, 2016The Executive Council of the South Carolina Pastors Alliance (The Alliance), called for the immediate resignation of Senator Lindsey Graham from the office of Senator from South Carolina in the…
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CBRE’s Markus Kastenholz recognized as 2015 Commercial Realtor® of the Year
February 29, 2016CBRE announced that Markus Kastenholz, First Vice President with CBRE Brokerage Services, was named as the 2015 Commercial Realtor of the Year by the Charleston Trident Association of REALTORS®. Kastenholz…
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Phillips Staffing hosting major job fair Wednesday, Thursday
February 29, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – Phillips Staffing, one of South Carolina’s largest staffing and human capital solution providers, will host a major Job Fair on Wednesday, March 2 and Thursday, March 3…
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Greenville ranks among national cities to watch
February 29, 2016
Greenville, SC, is on the list of cities to keep an eye on in 2016 in both the office and industrial arenas. Greenville has reached a point of economic stability,…
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2016 Upstate Regional Summit call for presenters
February 29, 2016
Upstate Organizations and Leaders Invited to Participate in Regional Conversations GREENVILLE, SC – Ten at the Top has issued a call for presenters for this fall’s 2016 Upstate Regional Summit “Creating…
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BASF wins Business Black Box “Green Award”
February 29, 2016
MAULDIN, SC – Recently, BASF’s Mauldin and White Stone, South Carolina sites accepted the 2016 Business Black Box magazine’s “Green Award.” The award recognizes South Carolina companies or individuals focused on protecting…
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The Rotary Club of Lake Murray-Irmo partners with St. Bernard Project and their flood victim relief program
February 29, 2016On February 27th, members of the The Rotary Club of Lake Murray-Irmo volunteered their day to assist the St. Bernard Project (SBP) with their flood victim relief efforts. Pictured below…
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NAI Avant Represents Prominent Commercial Real Estate Firm and Lists 100% of NC and SC Portfolio
February 29, 2016COLUMBIA, SC – NAI Avant’s Director of Retail Services Patrick Palmer, CCIM will represent Malon D. Mimms Company, a privately- owned commercial real estate firm based in Atlanta, Georgia, in exclusively listing…
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Avison Young land sale – 14.5 acres in North Charleston
February 29, 2016
Avison Young commercial real estate announced that Chris Fraser, CCIM & Todd P. Garrett, CCIM, SIOR represented Commissioners of Public Works of The City of Charleston, SC in the sale…
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Avison Young land sale – 14.5 acres in North Charleston
February 29, 2016
Avison Young commercial real estate announced that Chris Fraser, CCIM & Todd P. Garrett, CCIM, SIOR represented Commissioners of Public Works of The City of Charleston, SC in the sale…
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Pawmetto Lifeline Offering Discounted Spay/Neuter Surgeries During March “Spring Fling” Campaign
February 29, 2016
Pawmetto Lifeline is offering discounted spay and neuter surgeries for both cats and dogs during the month of March as part of their “Spring Fling” campaign. The campaign’s goal is…
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NAI Avant Represents Prominent Commercial Real Estate Firm and Lists 100% of NC and SC Portfolio
February 29, 2016
COLUMBIA, SC – NAI Avant’s Director of Retail Services Patrick Palmer, CCIM will represent Malon D. Mimms Company, a privately- owned commercial real estate firm based in Atlanta, Georgia, in exclusively listing…
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The Rotary Club of Lake Murray-Irmo partners with St. Bernard Project and their flood victim relief program
February 29, 2016
On February 27th, members of the The Rotary Club of Lake Murray-Irmo volunteered their day to assist the St. Bernard Project (SBP) with their flood victim relief efforts. Pictured below…
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Great Southern Homes finishes first in 2015 Midlands, SC New Home Sales
February 28, 2016
COLUMBIA, SC – This past year, Great Southern Homes finished #1 in the Midlands’ homebuilding industry (Richland, Lexington and Kershaw counties) in permits and new home closings. In 2015, the…
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Great Southern Homes finishes first in 2015 Midlands, SC New Home Sales
February 28, 2016
COLUMBIA, SC – This past year, Great Southern Homes finished #1 in the Midlands’ homebuilding industry (Richland, Lexington and Kershaw counties) in permits and new home closings. In 2015, the…
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Stacy Kuper announces candidacy for Greenville County Council District 21
February 28, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – Community and business leader Stacy Kuper announced Friday she plans to run for County Council Seat 21, which represents a wide swath of the county’s eastside. “I…
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South Carolina Pastors Alliance Calls for Immediate Resignation of Senator Lindsey Graham
February 28, 2016The Executive Council of the South Carolina Pastors Alliance (The Alliance), called for the immediate resignation of Senator Lindsey Graham from the office of Senator from South Carolina in the…
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Carter Hall named Associate Financial Advisor with Nachman Norwood & Parrott
February 26, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – Nachman Norwood & Parrott announced that registered associate Carter R. Hall has been named Associate Financial Advisor. In his new role, Hall will have increased responsibility for…
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Liquid Catering toasts to five years
February 26, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – On Thursday, February 18, Liquid Catering toasted to five years as the Upstate’s premier event bartending company. Founded in 2011 by local hospitality entrepreneur Tammy Johnson, Liquid…
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Sylvan Learning invites community to Anderson grand opening celebration
February 26, 2016
Sylvan Learning of the Upstate will hold a Grand Opening Celebration Party on March 5th, 2016 at their new location at 110 Miracle Mile Drive in Anderson from 2:00 to…
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Nationally Recognized Speaker on Immigration and Refugee Resettlement to Speak at Laurens County Tea Party March Meeting
February 26, 2016
The Laurens County Tea Party in South Carolina secured James Simpson, a nationally recognized speaker on the issues of immigration and resettlement to speak at the March 17th meeting of…
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Ob Hospitalist Group continues expansion, opens eight new programs
February 26, 2016
Opens Eight New Programs in 4th Quarter Ob Hospitalist Group (OBHG) is proud to announce the opening of eight new OB/GYN hospitalist programs in the 2015 fourth quarter, tying…
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Thrive Upstate announced as new name for county’s largest disability service provider
February 26, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – The Greenville County Disabilities and Special Needs Board, the county’s largest and oldest provider of services for those with disabilities, has announced its new name: Thrive Upstate.…
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Complete Public Relations named Chamber Small Business of the Year finalist
February 26, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – Complete Public Relations was named a top three finalist for Greenville Chamber of Commerce’s Small Business of the Year award Tuesday night at the Chamber’s Annual Dinner…
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Six PGA tour standouts are the latest to the RBC heritage
February 26, 2016
Paul Casey, Ben Crane, Jason Kokrak, Peter Malnati, Seung-Yul Noh and Vaughn Taylor are the latest PGA TOUR Pros to commit to the 48th annual RBC Heritage Presented by Boeing.…
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Six PGA tour standouts are the latest to the RBC heritage
February 26, 2016
Paul Casey, Ben Crane, Jason Kokrak, Peter Malnati, Seung-Yul Noh and Vaughn Taylor are the latest PGA TOUR Pros to commit to the 48th annual RBC Heritage Presented by Boeing.…
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Cushman & Wakefield | Thalhimer reports the following recent lease transactions in the Charleston area:
February 25, 2016Crown Packaging Corporation leased 16,500 sq.ft. of industrial space at 7241 Peppermill Parkway in North Charleston, SC. Mark Erickson handled lease negotiations for the tenant. Elements Massage leased 2,281 sq.ft.…
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Richland Two Schools earn Palmetto Gold/Silver Awards
February 25, 2016
This week the South Carolina Department of Education released the winners of the Palmetto Gold and Silver Awards for 2014–2015. The Palmetto Gold and Silver Awards program recognizes schools for…
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Major sponsor Stella Artois to present The Carolina Cup
February 25, 2016
Attention Camden Steeplechase fans. The Carolina Cup Racing Association announced a partnership with Stella Artois and Brown-Forman Corporation, makers of Woodford Reserve Bourbon (WRB), to provide the official race beverages.…
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TD Bank names Alex Guzman Treasury Management Officer for the Midlands Market
February 25, 2016
TD Bank has named Alex Guzman Treasury Management Officer for the Midlands Market of South Carolina. He is responsible for business development and implementation of treasury management solutions to existing…
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Caldwell Commercial New Listing – 8316 Rivers Ave, North Charleston, SC
February 25, 2016Caldwell Commercial announces its new listing for sale at 8316 Rivers Ave, North Charleston, SC. This free-standing 3,116 SF, mixed use building offers retail and office space. Please contact Bob…
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Associated Charities honors Jean Rowland’s memory with gift to the Fine Arts Center of Kershaw County
February 25, 2016Associated Charities of Kershaw County recently made a donation of $5,000 to the Fine Arts Center of Kershaw County (FAC) in memory of Jean Rowland to continue its School Arts…
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Bobbitt builds facility for Pineview Mental Health
February 25, 2016COLUMBIA, SC – Bobbitt Design Build recently finished construction on a 5,652-square-foot regional office for Pineview Mental Health located at 1848 Pineview Road in Columbia. The new location will increase…
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EdVenture announces Spring and Summer Camps
February 25, 2016COLUMBIA, SC – EdVenture Children’s Museum is offering more than 25 themed camps during the 2016 season for campers ages 3-12. From creating the superhero of their dreams to robotics and…
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Sowell Gray attorney Nick Haigler appointed to Friends of Epworth board
February 25, 2016Sowell Gray Stepp & Laffitte, LLC attorney Nicolas L. Haigler has been appointed to the Friends of Epworth Children’s Home Board of Directors. Haigler’s practice at Sowell Gray focuses on…
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SCRA announces leadership transition
February 25, 2016
The SCRA Board of Trustees’ Executive Committee announced that CEO Bill Mahoney will be leaving SCRA to return to the private sector after nearly 11 years in service. “Working to…
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SCRA announces leadership transition
February 25, 2016
The SCRA Board of Trustees’ Executive Committee announced that CEO Bill Mahoney will be leaving SCRA to return to the private sector after nearly 11 years in service. “Working to…
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EdVenture announces Spring and Summer Camps
February 25, 2016
COLUMBIA, SC – EdVenture Children’s Museum is offering more than 25 themed camps during the 2016 season for campers ages 3-12. From creating the superhero of their dreams to robotics and…
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Meet the new Executive Director of the Governor’s School for the Arts Foundation, Tim McClain
February 25, 2016
Timothy McClain has been named Executive Director of the Governor’s School for the Arts (GSA) Foundation in Greenville, SC. In this role, Mr. McClain will manage the organization’s fundraising operations…
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CBRE ranked among Fortune Magazine’s Most Admired Companies
February 25, 2016
CBRE announced that it has been ranked among Fortune’s Most Admired Companies in the real estate industry for the fourth consecutive year. CBRE serves South Carolina from three locations in…
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Sowell Gray attorney Nick Haigler appointed to Friends of Epworth board
February 25, 2016
Sowell Gray Stepp & Laffitte, LLC attorney Nicolas L. Haigler has been appointed to the Friends of Epworth Children’s Home Board of Directors. Haigler’s practice at Sowell Gray focuses on…
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Congressman Rice cosponsors landmark legislation for Alzheimer’s
February 25, 2016
The second week of February, Congressman Tom Rice of District Seven, in the Pee Dee region of South Carolina, officially cosponsored the HOPE for Alzheimer’s Act (S. 857/H.R. 1559). The…
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Bobbitt builds facility for Pineview Mental Health
February 25, 2016
COLUMBIA, SC – Bobbitt Design Build recently finished construction on a 5,652-square-foot regional office for Pineview Mental Health located at 1848 Pineview Road in Columbia. The new location will increase…
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