Richland Library to hold final flu shot clinic of season
November 15, 2019
It’s the last opportunity to get access to free, preventive care at Richland Library for the 2019-2020 flu season. The final flu shot clinic, held in partnership with Walgreens, is…
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22nd annual March of Dimes signature Chefs Auction raises $196,000
November 14, 2019
Evening of fabulous food and fundraising supports the fight for all moms and babies March of Dimes Columbia hosted its annual Signature Chefs Auction, on 11.7.19. More than 250 guests…
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South Carolina State Museum to host PBS and Food Network Star Nathalie Dupree
November 14, 2019
The South Carolina State Museum is excited to host award winning chef and cookbook author Nathalie Dupree, Saturday, Nov. 23 from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. in the museum’s Cotton…
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Chicharrones de Columbia to return in 2020
November 14, 2019
The Fireflies will play as Chicharrones for two series as part of Copa de la Diversión The Columbia Fireflies today announced the return of their Copa de la Diversión alternate…
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Concrete progress: roadwork on North Main continues
November 14, 2019
Progress continues on Richland County Transportation’s widening project on North Main Street. Much of the work from Anthony Avenue to Sunset Drive, or about a third of the route, is…
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Proposed changes to the trolley system
November 14, 2019
The City of Greenville launched the Heart of Main, Top of Main, Arts West and Augusta trolley routes in August 2017, and after operating the routes for two full seasons and…
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Kevin Harrington of Shark Tank fame to speak at Sherman College
November 14, 2019
Renowned businessman Kevin Harrington will address nearly 600 local executives, educational leaders, and emerging entrepreneurs in the Gelardi Student Center at Sherman College on Friday, November 22, from 11:30 a.m.…
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JacksonBuilt Custom Homes honored with four PRISM Awards
November 14, 2019JacksonBuilt Custom Homes was awarded four PRISM Awards by the Charleston Home Builders Association, including a coveted Customer Service Award. At the Nov. 1 awards ceremony, the JacksonBuilt team…
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Medical Assisting Major Kaelyn Minick will attend Tri-County tuition free
November 14, 2019
Kaelyn Minick was stunned – and equally grateful — when she received her billing notice for the upcoming spring semester at Tri-County Technical College and saw a zero balance. By…
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Tri-County’s NSLS supports Toys for Tots Drive
November 14, 2019
The Tri-County Technical College chapter of the National Society of Leadership and Success (NSLS) is partnering with Toys for Tots this holiday season to sponsor a toy drive to benefit…
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Gibbes Museum of Art announces new hires
November 14, 2019
Katie Borges, Special Events Manager Katie Borges coordinates the rentals at the Gibbes Museum of Art. Whether the venue is rented for a wedding, a corporate event, or a non-profit…
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Fairway Subaru chooses Ronald McDonald House Charities® of the Carolinas for annual Share the Love® Event
November 14, 2019
Fairway Subaru announces it has chosen Ronald McDonald House Charities® (RMHC) of the Carolinas for its annual Share the Love® Event this holiday season. From November 14, 2019 to January…
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Life Cycle institute announces partnership with Washington State University
November 14, 2019
Life Cycle Institute welcomes Washington State University to their group of leading university partners. WSU will host Institute classes at the Everett campus, making it more convenient than ever for manufacturing…
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Sylvan Learning Center announces November’s teacher of the month
November 14, 2019
Rashmi Kulasekera has been named Sylvan Learning Center’s teacher of the month. Kulasekera, a fulltime employee of General Electric, began working at Sylvan of Greenville in July of 2019. With…
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SCDOT to host “Fall Cleanup” event across South Carolina
November 14, 2019
The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) will be holding an agency-wide highway litter cleanup event on Monday, Nov. 18, 2019. SCDOT’s “Fall Cleanup” will include hundreds of employees, from…
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Coldwell Banker Caine agents Heidi Putnam and Jeannette Schell receive luxury marketing designation
November 14, 2019
Coldwell Banker Caine agents, Heidi Putnam and Jeannette Schell recently received the Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist designation from The Institute for Luxury Home Marketing. Heidi was also awarded the…
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BMW Plant Spartanburg announced as the 2019 Cultural Champion
November 13, 2019
Chapman Cultural Center announces that BMW Plant Spartanburg was awarded the “2019 Cultural Champion” at the annual Champions luncheon on Thursday, November 7th. Each year, Chapman Cultural Center honors its…
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Finalists announced for Elevate upstate Community Vibrancy Grant
November 13, 2019
Ten at the Top (TATT), an organization created to foster collaboration, partnerships and strategic planning across the Upstate, has announced the finalists for the 2019 Hughes Investments Elevate Upstate Community…
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Inaugural Holiday Market and Open House at Aurora Farms
November 13, 2019
On Friday, November 29, from 10am until 2pm, Aurora Farms is presenting an inaugural “Holiday Market and Open House” event. This is a wonderful opportunity for the community to visit…
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Fatrat Da Czar releases double album Tribe, with 40 South Carolina collaborators
November 13, 2019
Fatrat Da Czar to perform Tribe album release at Columbia Musem of Art this Friday, November 15th South Carolina’s godfather of hip-hop FatRat Da Czar released his double album TRIBE…
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West Columbia welcomes new Mayor and City Council members
November 13, 2019The City of West Columbia City Council held a Special Council Meeting on Tuesday, November 12, 2019, at 6 PM, to administer the oaths of office to the newly-elected Mayor…
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EdVenture Children’s Museum announces Santa’s Arrival on Friday, November 29th
November 13, 2019
Holiday Village at EdVenture Kicks off with St. Nick’s Arrival Down the Chimney EdVenture Children’s Museum is pleased to announce the grand opening of Santa’s Holiday Village on Friday, November…
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Interstate 20 eastbound traffic shift in Lexington County begins November 14
November 13, 2019
The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) announces a major traffic shift planned for the Interstate 20 widening project in Lexington County. Beginning the night of Thursday, November 14, the…
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UofSC president to speak at the Moore School’s 39th annual Economic Outlook Conference in December
November 13, 2019
The University of South Carolina’s Darla Moore School of Business will feature South Carolina President Robert “Bob” Caslen at the 39th annual Economic Outlook Conference on Dec. 3. President Caslen will…
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Santee Cooper Board approves 2019A bond sale
November 13, 2019
Achieves projected $40 million debt service savings by 2036 The Santee Cooper Board of Directors approved the sale of $163 million in variable rate revenue obligation bonds during a special…
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Mayor Steve Benjamin elected as Vice President of the Global Parliament of Mayors
November 13, 2019
Following a successful stint as President of the United States Conference of Mayors, which concluded in July, Mayor Steve Benjamin has been elected as the Vice President of the Global…
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The Well Collective grand opening and ribbon cutting
November 13, 2019A Curated Space: Health Studio, Spa, Boutique and Cafe The Well Collective (TWC) hosted a ribbon cutting and open house to celebrate the grand opening of its collaborate wellness space…
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Lakewood Camping Resort named Park of the Year
November 13, 2019
Award presented to park owners at the 2019 Outdoor Hospitality Conference; Expo The National Association of RV Parks and Campgrounds (ARVC) has named Lakewood Camping Resort, located in Myrtle Beach,…
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East Cooper Medical Center recognizes Case Manager of the Year Joanie Detyens
November 13, 2019
East Cooper Medical Center to recognize Joanie Detyens, RN as its newest Case Manager of the Year Award Winner. Detyens resides in Goose Creek. She began her career at East Cooper…
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City kicks off Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. honor the Dream Food Drive
November 13, 2019
The City of Columbia, Richland School District One and the Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Foundation have kicked off the annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Honor the Dream Food Drive…
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Official Christmas Tree arrives at South Carolina State House
November 13, 2019
South Carolina’s Official Christmas Tree arrived at the South Carolina State House this morning following a brief press conference on the North Lawn. Kelly Barbrey, vice president of marketing and communications with…
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BBB announces winners of the 2019 Business of the Year Torch Award and Charity Challenge
November 13, 2019
Recipients of the BBB Business of the Year Torch Awards and Charity Challenge were named at a ceremony held on Thursday, November 7, 2019 at the Capital City Club. The…
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Nominations for 2020 honorees due November 15, 2019
November 13, 2019
The Columbia City of Women initiative is now accepting nominations for 2020 honorees. Columbia City of Women is a partnership of Historic Columbia and WREN (Women’s Rights and Empowerment Network), and was founded…
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The Urban Electric Co. expanding Charleston County operations
November 13, 2019More Than $10.7 Million Investment to Create 180 New Jobs The Urban Electric Co., an artisan lighting fixture designer and manufacturer, announced plans to expand its current Charleston County operations.…
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Elmore Goldsmith, P.A. receives tier one rankings in U.S. News – Best Lawyers® 2020 “Best Law Firms”
November 13, 2019
Best Lawyers® released the 2020 “Best Law Firms” rankings and Elmore Goldsmith, P.A., has been recognized in three areas. For the Greenville metropolitan area, the firm has received tier one…
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Nelson Mullins’ George Wolfe honored with development award
November 13, 2019
The South Carolina Economic Developers’ Association (SCEDA) has honored Columbia partner George Wolfe with SCEDA’s Ally Award. The organization recognized him as a private sector individual “who assists state and local developers…
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CCSD Board of Trustees advances recommendations
November 13, 2019The Charleston County School District (CCSD) Board of Trustees agreed to proceed with a list of recommendations to be voted on at two upcoming meetings. Some of the proposals will…
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Spartanburg County, Spartan Race, and Tryon Resort partner for Carolinas Ultra, Beast, and Sprint race this weekend
November 13, 2019
Spartanburg is once again partnering with Spartan Race for the Carolinas Ultra, Beast and Sprint Weekend on Nov. 23 and 24 at Tryon International Equestrian Center (TIEC) at Tryon Resort.…
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College of Charleston to feature Nikki Haley at inaugural women’s summit
November 13, 2019
The College of Charleston School of Business is doubling down on its commitment to diversity and inclusion by hosting the 2020 Women for Women Summit, a day-long conference where attendees will celebrate, elevate,…
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I-526 Wando River Bridge rehabilitation project update
November 13, 2019
The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) is continuing rehabilitation of the I-526 Wando River Bridge rehabilitation project. The upcoming work schedule is as follows, weather permitting: On Friday night…
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Google and Belle W. Baruch Foundation team up for groundwater resource research
November 13, 2019
The Belle W. Baruch Foundation is the proud recipient of a grant from Google to support and expand current groundwater resource research at its leading Lowcountry ecology research reserve, Hobcaw…
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Bob Jones University to launch new academic programs
November 13, 2019
The Bob Jones University Board of Trustees approved several new degree and certificate programs at its annual fall meeting at the end of October. The majority of the new programs…
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Zuendt Engineering adds Jim Crandall as Managing Partner in Florida
November 13, 2019
Full service civil and structural engineering firm, Zuendt Engineering, has added Jim Crandall as its managing partner for its Florida office. Crandall earned his bachelor’s degree in civil/environmental engineering from…
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S.C. Office of the State Treasurer recognized for communications excellence
November 13, 2019
The S.C. Office of the State Treasurer was recently recognized for communications excellence at the International Association of Business Communicators S.C. Chapter 2019 Palmetto Awards ceremony. “I am proud of…
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Specific Chiropractic celebrates 10 years serving the Midlands
November 13, 2019
Dr. Scott Allen’s clinic, Specific Chiropractic, is celebrating 10 years of practice in the Midlands, and he remains eager to share the distinction of how he helps improve his patients’…
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ROI Commercial recently completed the following transactions
November 13, 2019
ROI Commercial Brokerage team George Meetze and Sherri Burriss worked together to co-broker the following transactions: • Represented the landlord in the lease of 28,000 SF of office/warehouse space located…
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Engenius names a new Director of Accounts
November 13, 2019
Upstate web design and digital marketing company Engenius announced the promotion of Kory Radford to Director of Accounts. Radford’s primary responsibility will be to oversee the daily operations of the…
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WellSpent conference will focus on linking business and healthcare leaders this February
November 13, 2019
WellSpent, the first conference in a much larger statewide initiative to bring together business and healthcare leaders, will be held this February as a major step toward solving many of…
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Infinity Marketing welcomes three new media coordinators
November 13, 2019
Infinity Marketing, a full-service marketing agency in the Upstate, welcomes Tori Sanders, Anna Nail and Carly Jermon as Media Coordinators to its team to further the firm’s media capabilities. “Infinity’s…
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Chumney elected President of BIA
November 13, 2019
Thom Chumney was elected as 2020 President of the Building Industry Association of Central South Carolina (BIA), at the Annual Meeting of the Membership held October 1, 2019. He will…
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