Ashleigh Barty, World No. 1 and reigning French Open champion, joins Volvo Car Open field
November 10, 2019
Barty captured the season-ending WTA Finals title this past week, taking home the largest prize money amount in the history of professional women’s tennis World No. 1 Ashleigh Barty will…
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Bank of South Carolina opens North Charleston office
November 10, 2019
The Bank of South Carolina Corporation, holding company of the Bank of South Carolina, opened a new banking office at 9403 Highway 78 in North Charleston, South Carolina. The office…
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TCCC gives awards to two local high schools for improving their FAFSA completion rates
November 10, 2019
Academic Magnet High School and Military Magnet Academy have been named champions of Tri-County Cradle to Career Collaborative’s College Cash Campaign for increasing their Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®)…
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Clemson professors, national nursing leaders create health care design certificate for clinical and leadership nurses
November 10, 2019
Through a new certificate program, the Clemson University School of Nursing will educate practicing nurses about the design of health care facilities, empowering them to improve the safety and function of the…
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Monty Moore joins the Anderson office of C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS
November 10, 2019
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announced that Monty Moore has joined the company’s Anderson office as a sales associate. After volunteering for the United States Air Force, Monty…
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Harris Pastides, AVX Corp., Jerry Youkey honored at record-setting life sciences conference
November 10, 2019To resounding applause from a record gathering from 11 countries, 32 states and virtually every county in South Carolina, life sciences leaders at SCBIO 2019 in Greenville saluted three leaders…
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Fireflies announce 2020 game times and promotional highlights
November 9, 2019
Fireflies 2020 Home Schedule Features 5 Giveaways and 20 Fireworks Shows The Columbia Fireflies announced game times, fireworks nights and highlights of the initial promotional calendar for the 2020 season.…
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S.C. Department of Revenue issuing 400,000 rebate checks this week
November 8, 2019
Six months after lawmakers approved $50 tax rebates for eligible taxpayers and less than one month after the October 15 Individual Income Tax extension deadline, the final numbers are in…
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Gov. Henry McMaster, S.C. Floodwater Commission Chairman Tom Mullikin release final Commission report
November 8, 2019Governor Henry McMaster and South Carolina Floodwater Commission Chairman Tom Mullikin today released the Commission’s final report at its quarterly meeting in Horry County this morning. “Major hurricanes and major…
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Veterans and active duty military receive free admission to The Charleston Museum and Joseph Manigault House November 11
November 8, 2019This Veteran’s Day weekend, The Charleston Museum invites the community to explore the history of the Joseph Manigault Historic House. During WWII, the Joseph Manigault House, located at 350 Meeting Street,…
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College of Charleston Pep Supper donates over a ton of food to Lowcountry Food Bank
November 8, 2019Pep Supper is an opportunity for the College of Charleston’s fraternities and sororities to work together to help make a positive contribution to the local community. This year’s event, which…
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Vanessa Clark receives FM Rogers Leadership Award at Greenville Technical College
November 8, 2019Vanessa Clark, a recent graduate of Greenville Technical College (GTC) who earned a certificate in Marketing in the Non-Profit Sector, was awarded the college’s FM Rogers Leadership Award for 2019.…
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Business, neighborhood leaders announce 10-Point Plan to Renew Five Points
November 8, 2019Columbia City Councilman Daniel Rickenmann Steve Cook, Owner, Saluda’s Restaurant and the President of the Five Points Association; and Rox Pollard, Director of Retail Services Team | Columbia, Colliers International…
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Dominion Energy sponsors home and donates $60,000 to Central SC Habitat for Humanity
November 8, 2019Melissa broke down into tears before she hammered the first nail in what will be the place that Melissa and her son Isaiah will call home. Dominion Energy is sponsoring…
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REI Automation, Inc. becomes part of HAHN Group
November 7, 2019
HAHN Group has acquired REI Automation, Inc., which will continue to operate under existing management. The HAHN Group is a leading provider for factory automation and robotic solutions. The acquisition…
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United Community Bank launches new website
November 7, 2019
As part of its ongoing effort to provide a high level of service to all customers, United Community Bank is proud to announce the launch of its new website. Still…
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Lori Jolly joins the Spartanburg office of C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS
November 7, 2019
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announced that Lori Jolly has joined the company’s Spartanburg office as a sales associate. Lori Jolly is a life-long resident of Spartanburg County.…
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South Carolina Habitat for Humanity welcomes Nancy Lee as new executive director
November 7, 2019
Increasing access to affordable housing with new leadership Ever-increasing housing costs and income inequality has led to 1 in 7 South Carolina households spending at least half of their income…
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Chapin Commercial Construction announces construction of Diablo’s Southwest Grill in Lexington, SC
November 7, 2019
Chapin Commercial Construction, headquartered in Chapin, SC, announced Thursday that they have begun construction on a Diablo’s Southwest Grill located at 5541 Sunset Boulevard, Suite B, Lexington, SC. This project…
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Gain First-Hand Writing Techniques from Trio of Notable Authors
November 7, 2019
Whether you enjoy writing or reading, Richland Library is providing local residents three opportunities to interact with notable authors throughout November. Seeing as our staff are also observing National Novel…
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LS3P welcomes Megan Bilgri
November 7, 2019
LS3P welcomes Megan Bilgri, who joins the firm’s Charleston office as a Marketing Coordinator. Bilgri, a recent graduate of Mercer University with a Bachelor of Business Administration in Marketing, brings…
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Two local nonprofits receive $113,000 in new support from Knight Foundation
November 7, 2019Projects by City of Cayce and MORE Justice will help create a more informed and engaged Columbia, South Carolina community. The John S. and James L. Knight Foundation, a longtime…
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Tiffany Glover and Mary Lewis of Colliers International receive the REMS Certified Assistant designation
November 7, 2019
Colliers International | South Carolina’s Tiffany Glover and Mary Lewis received the REMS Certified Assistant (RCA) designation through the Colliers University platform. The RCA designation program consists of laborious coursework…
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Meals on Wheels delivers more than meals to isolated neighbors
November 7, 2019
Nearly 10 million people in this country do not know where their next meal is coming from. Millions more experience the negative effects of living alone, including depression and isolation…
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John Delaney to speak at College’s Bully Pulpit Series – November 8
November 7, 2019
The Bully Pulpit Series at the College of Charleston will host a student roundtable with Democratic presidential candidate John Delaney, former U.S. representative (Maryland-6th), as part of the College of…
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Living History event highlights College of Charleston’s role in American Revolution
November 7, 2019
The American Revolution tends to get overshadowed by the Civil War, the deadliest conflict in U.S. history, which has resulted in myths and inaccuracies. Erick Nason, a self-proclaimed “history nut,”…
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Tickets for South Carolina Railroad Museum’s Santa Trains on sale now
November 7, 2019
Don’t wait in line for Santa this holiday season, take a historic train ride with him! Tickets for the South Carolina Railroad Museum’s annual Santa Trains and Twilight Santa Trains…
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Michelle Peterson joins the Pelham Road office of C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS
November 7, 2019Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announced that Michelle Peterson has joined the company’s Pelham Road office as a sales associate. As a transplant to Greenville, Peterson is bringing…
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Record cuts to unemployment insurance tax rates
November 7, 2019
2020 tax rates will be 34 percent lower than 2019, and the UI Trust Fund is now solvent. Governor Henry McMaster was joined by S.C. Department of Employment and Workforce…
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Immedion promotes Trent Kenelly and Brooks Neal
November 7, 2019
Immedion LLC, a premiere provider of cloud, data center and managed IT services, is pleased to announce the promotions of Trent Kenelly and Brooks Neal. Trent Kenelly has been promoted…
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American Heart Association names Blackbaud its Community Health Sponsor
November 7, 2019
The American Heart Association (AHA) announced that Blackbaud, the world’s leading cloud software company powering social good, has been named as the organization’s community health sponsor, after receiving a generous…
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Richland Counts! 2020 Census Seeks Workers in Richland County
November 7, 2019
The U.S. Census Bureau is recruiting for a variety of temporary jobs – right here in Richland County. As part of the Richland Counts! campaign efforts, provided is the following…
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Freeway Music School and Doko Station Pub & Eatery coming soon to Blythewood
November 6, 2019
Hill Construction Company started the renovation of the train depot building in Doko Park in Blythewood this month. The unique space will be home to Freeway Music School, the Midlands…
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William “Bill” Englert joins the Pelham Road office of C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS
November 6, 2019
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announced that William “Bill” Englert has joined the company’s Pelham Road office as a sales associate. Born and raised in North Central Pennsylvania,…
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Colliers Report: Columbia retail has a steady third quarter
November 6, 2019
Key Takeaways The Columbia shopping center market absorbed 17,717 square feet during the third quarter of 2019; non-core retail space posted negative absorption of 17,583 square feet, while core retail…
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Point-in-Time Count Donation Drive
November 6, 2019
Tuesday, October 1, 2019 – Friday, January 10, 2020 United Way of the Midlands is collecting items to help people experiencing homelessness this winter for our annual Point in Time…
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Charleston office advisors leased 2,522 SF at 3955 Faber Place Drive
November 6, 2019
Lee & Associates Charleston’s Pete Harper, CCIM, Reid Davis, CCIM, SIOR, and Cameron Yost represented the Landlord, Faber Charleston Limited Partnership in the leasing of 2,522 SF of Office space…
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International Ballet Star Joseph Phillips to headline Columbia Ballet School’s Nutcracker
November 6, 2019
Columbia Native is Ballet’s Most Decorated Male Dancer Joseph Phillips, a Columbia native and the most decorated male ballet dancer in the world, will dance the role of the Sugar…
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South Carolina Charities, Inc. welcomes Matt Sharkey as director of sales for BMW Charity Pro-Am presented by SYNNEX
November 6, 2019
South Carolina Charities, Inc. (SCCI) welcomed Matt Sharkey as its new director of sales. In his new role, Sharkey is responsible for implementing sales and marketing strategies to identify new…
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U.S. News “Best Law Firms” rankings recognize K&L Gates in seven categories in Charleston
November 6, 2019
The Charleston office of global law firm K&L Gates has been recognized in seven categories in the U.S. News-Best Lawyers “Best Law Firms” 2020 edition. “Best Law Firms” rankings are…
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PC School of Pharmacy grads’ licensure exam scores higher than the national average
November 6, 2019
Sixty-six of 68 PC School of Pharmacy students passed the pharmacists’ licensure exam on their first attempt when they took it this past spring. This first-time pass rate of 97.06%…
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The Cliffs experiences continued real estate growth during third quarter
November 6, 2019
The Cliffs announced that real estate sales by Cliffs Realty and Walnut Cove Realty totaled $95 million through the third quarter of 2019. Through September of this year, Cliffs Realty…
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City Kicks Off Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Honor the Dream Food Drive
November 6, 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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Columbia City of Women initiative announces call for nominations
November 6, 2019
Nominations for 2020 Honorees Due November 15, 2019 The Columbia City of Women initiative is now accepting nominations for 2020 honorees. Columbia City of Women is a partnership of Historic…
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Lexington District One names schools’ Teachers of the Year
November 6, 2019Lexington County School District One announces its 31 school-level Teachers of the Year. These 31 teachers will represent their schools in the district’s 2019–2020 Teacher of the Year selection process.…
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Dominion Energy Solar for Students Program expanding to South Carolina
November 6, 2019
As Dominion Energy dramatically expands its renewable energy infrastructure, it is increasing the number of sites for its Solar for Students program and expanding the initiative to South Carolina. Sponsored…
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RIA approves grants for enhancing water, sewer and stormwater infrastructure
November 6, 2019
More than $10 million in grant funding awarded The S.C. Rural Infrastructure Authority (RIA) has approved grant assistance for 24 projects, totaling more than $10.8 million. Recognizing that the investments…
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Federation of Families of South Carolina to hold statewide Art Contest for the South Carolina Children’s Mental Health Awareness poster
November 6, 2019
The Federation of Families of South Carolina will hold a statewide Art Contest in recognition of Children’s Mental Health Month. This year’s Art Contest theme is “Messengers of Hope.” During…
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South Carolina ETV to host live taping event in Upstate for upcoming episode of ‘South Carolina Lede’ podcast
November 6, 2019
Live taping will take place November 14 at Spartanburg’s Growler Haus South Carolina ETV (SCETV) today announced a live taping event for an upcoming episode of the network’s news and…
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Morton & Gettys included in 2020 Best Law Firms in America
November 5, 2019
Morton & Gettys has been named in the top tier in the area of real estate law in the 2020 edition of Best Law Firms, a U.S. News–Best Lawyers® publication…
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