Ben Ham Gallery opens doors after renovations with new look
February 17, 2016The Ben Ham Gallery, a leading exclusive fine-art photography gallery based out of Hilton Head, S.C., has reopened the Charleston gallery after renovations to the interior design. Located at 416 King Street, the new…
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Nelson Mullins awards inaugural Diversity Scholarship to Harvard 2L Derecka Purnell
February 17, 2016
Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP has awarded its first Diversity Scholarship to Derecka Purnell, a second-year student at Harvard Law School. She will join the Firm’s EducationCounsel group in…
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South Carolina export sales top $30 billion in 2015, achieve sixth consecutive record year
February 17, 2016
State remains top exporter of tires and completed passenger motor vehicles For the sixth consecutive year, the State of South Carolina has set a record for total export sales. Today,…
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South Carolina export sales top $30 billion in 2015, achieve sixth consecutive record year
February 17, 2016
State remains top exporter of tires and completed passenger motor vehicles For the sixth consecutive year, the State of South Carolina has set a record for total export sales. Today,…
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YMCA of Columbia launches 2016 annual campaign – Jerri Spurrier to chair
February 17, 2016
The YMCA of Columbia is launching its annual campaign in hopes of raising $400,000 to ensure that everyone in the Midlands has access to vital community programs and resources that…
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Growing demand for healthcare services drives medical office market
February 17, 2016
Key Takeaways Increased demand for healthcare services is positively impacting medical real estate markets. The Columbia, SC medical office market experienced declining vacancy and rising rental rates in 2015. Physician…
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South Carolina launches Nurse-Family Partnership Pay for Success Project
February 17, 2016
South Carolina Governor Nikki Haley, Christian Soura, Director of the South Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, state officials, and leaders from the private sector announced the nation’s first…
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Mentors chosen for 12th class of Liberty Fellowship
February 17, 2016
21 South Carolina leaders heavy on business experience and community engagement Offering a seasoned perspective to solving problems and getting results, the mentors for the newest Liberty Fellowship class will…
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Mentors chosen for 12th class of Liberty Fellowship
February 17, 2016
21 South Carolina leaders heavy on business experience and community engagement Offering a seasoned perspective to solving problems and getting results, the mentors for the newest Liberty Fellowship class will…
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Blue Ribbon Committee to assist county in flood recovery efforts
February 17, 2016
A group of Richland County residents began meeting this month to assist County officials with a comprehensive plan for flood recovery efforts following the October 2015 flood event. The Blue…
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LTSS to hold Art for Faith’s Sake celebration
February 17, 2016
Event to features art gallery dedication and Witnesses performances The Lutheran Theological Southern Seminary (LTSS) invites campus and community members to attend its Art for Faith’s Sake Celebration, scheduled…
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American Red Cross, City of Columbia calls on Columbia to give blood
February 17, 2016
The American Red Cross is calling on the Columbia community to join a lifesaving team by giving blood. Mayor Steve Benjamin, the City of Columbia and the American Red Cross…
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‘Midlands Gives’ new headquarters for May 3 Giving Day: home of the Fireflies, Columbia, S.C.’s new Spirit Communications Park
February 17, 2016
Nonprofit registration ends February 29, 2016 Central Carolina Community Foundation is partnering with the Columbia Fireflies to house the new headquarters for Midlands Gives, the 24-hour online giving challenge…
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Clemson and USC students to come together to help community pool devastated by flood
February 16, 2016
When it comes to volunteer service, love of community trumps school rivalries at Murraywood Swim & Racquet Club. On Saturday, February 20, 2016, fraternities and sororities from both Clemson and…
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Mashburn Construction welcomes new employee
February 16, 2016
Mashburn Construction is pleased to welcome a new employee to the company: Dave Balderson joins Mashburn’s Columbia office in Healthcare Business Development. In 2010 he received his bachelor’s degree in…
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The Blake at Woodcreek Farms senior living community breaks ground in Greater Columbia
February 16, 2016
A modern senior living experience is making its way to the Columbia area, offering a new tradition in care. The Blake at Woodcreek Farms will offer exciting opportunities to the…
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State of South Carolina hires CBRE to sell surplus properties
February 16, 2016
More than 45 State parcels for sale The South Carolina Department of Administration selected CBRE as the exclusive agent for the sale of more than 45 surplus properties totaling approximately…
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Top HOA management industry credentials earned by Southern Community Services
February 16, 2016
Two members of the senior leadership team at Southern Community Services (SCS) have been awarded the highest credential status in the international homeowner association management industry. Larry Ridlehoover, CMCA®, AMS®,…
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Furman University ranked among top five colleges for “Makings an Impact”
February 15, 2016
Furman University, long recognized for its commitment to community service, student engagement and sustainability, has been rated among the nation’s top five schools for “making an impact” in a newly-released…
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Mount Pleasant Mayor Declares February 27 “Lowcountry Parrot Head Day”
February 15, 2016
Mount Pleasant Mayor Linda Page has declared February 27 “Lowcountry Parrot Head Day” in honor of the Lowcountry Parrot Head Club’s 12th Annual Mardi Crawl on Shem Creek event. Each year, the event encourages attendees…
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North Myrtle Beach Chamber of Commerce launches Political Action Committee to strive toward a bright future for its community
February 15, 2016
The community of North Myrtle Beach has much to offer to the Grand Strand and its Chamber of Commerce knows it. With an economy that relies heavily on tourism, local…
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Thomas Buist represented the seller in the sale of a 7,080 SF net-leased industrial building in North Charleston, SC
February 15, 2016
Lee & Associates Charleston’s Thomas G. Buist, Jr., SIOR, represented the Seller in the sale of a 7,080 SF net leased industrial building located at 131 Hanniford Drive in North…
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St. Pat’s in Five Points now offering in-store pre-sale tickets
February 15, 2016
Starting on Monday, February 15, patrons can find tickets for sale to one of the largest St. Patrick’s Day celebrations in the southeast. In addition to online sales, which have…
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Lexington County Sheriff’s Foundation recognizes LCSD employees, volunteers
February 15, 2016
The Lexington County Sheriff’s Foundation has honored eight Lexington County Sheriff’s Department employees and three individuals who volunteer their time to work with the department. “We’re grateful for the support…
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Top HOA management industry credentials earned by Southern Community Services
February 15, 2016Two members of the senior leadership team at Southern Community Services (SCS) have been awarded the highest credential status in the international homeowner association management industry. Larry Ridlehoover, CMCA®, AMS®,…
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National Title “Super-alliance” Opens Doors for Business
February 15, 2016Single entry technology portal among differentiators for The 12th Floor Group A dozen national title insurance agencies and settlement services law firms have aligned as a national consortium to be…
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South Carolina recognized for achievement in foreign direct investment
February 15, 2016
fdi Magazine Announces Palmetto State As Its National Champion Governor Nikki Haley and the South Carolina Department of Commerce announced that the State of South Carolina has once again been…
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South Carolina recognized for achievement in foreign direct investment
February 15, 2016
fdi Magazine Announces Palmetto State As Its National Champion Governor Nikki Haley and the South Carolina Department of Commerce announced that the State of South Carolina has once again been…
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Four of Broadway’s Hottest Stars Bring ‘Camp,’ ‘Glee’ and ‘Wicked’ Talent to Harbison Theatre
February 15, 2016‘Broadway Back Together’, March 5, 2016 at Harbison Theatre at Midlands Technical College What happens on Broadway doesn’t stay on Broadway. Four of New York City’s brightest stars are taking a…
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Sowell Gray attorney Alexis Lindsay named to Board of Directors for Congaree Vista Guild
February 15, 2016Alexis Lindsay, an attorney at Sowell Gray, has been named a new member of the Board of Directors of the Congaree Vista Guild. The Vista Guild is active in the…
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NAI Avant announces top producers for fourth quarter 2015, Columbia, SC
February 15, 2016NAI Avant announced the top producers for the fourth quarter of 2015 for their Columbia office. The fourth quarter’s top producer is senior broker Roger Winn. “Roger is an outstanding…
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The Rotary Club of Lake Murray-Irmo continues their dedication to Adopt-a-Highway
February 15, 2016On February 6th, 2016 dedicated volunteers of The Rotary Club of Lake Murray-Irmo spent their Saturday morning cleaning up litter from our adopted highways in Irmo. Through the Adopt-A-Highway and…
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Bobbitt repurposes city arena to be diverse event space
February 15, 2016CAMDEN, SC – Bobbitt Design Build recently renovated the City of Camden’s City Arena at the corner of Broad and Bull Streets to serve as a robust event venue. Originally…
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NAI Avant Closes Sale of Lexington, SC Restaurant
February 15, 2016NAI Avant senior brokers Roger Winn and Paul Hartley, SIOR, and NAI Avant broker Paul Paschal, recently represented the seller, RanDam Properties LLC in the sale of a ±7,531 square…
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Free will planning workshops help you plan your legacy
February 15, 2016Everyone needs a will. Amazingly, only 44 percent of Americans have one*. Central Carolina Community Foundation, in partnership with local organizations and their fundholders, is hosting Will University on various…
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IntelliSystems hosts free HIPAA compliance and security seminar
February 15, 2016IntelliSystems is holding a free HIPAA compliance and security seminar on Thursday, February 18th entitled “What every practice manager and doctor must have in place now to run a compliant,…
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Columbia attorney Amy L.B. Hill joins Gallivan, White and Boyd
February 15, 2016
Gallivan, White & Boyd, P.A. announces that attorney Amy Hill has joined the firm as a partner in the firm’s Columbia, South Carolina, office. Hill is a litigation attorney with…
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Local FASTSIGNS® again recognized among top centers in the country
February 15, 2016
Local sign and visual graphics provider FASTSIGNS® of Columbia – Harbison Blvd. was once again named one of the top centers out of more than 600 locations worldwide at the…
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Councilwoman Julie-Ann Dixon promotes R2 Ready to Read Book Drive
February 15, 2016
Richland County citizens will have the opportunity to provide books to our youngest residents during the month of February. Councilwoman Julie-Ann Dixon, who represents District 9, is promoting the R2…
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St. Pat’s in Five Points now offering in-store pre-sale tickets
February 15, 2016
Starting on Monday, February 15, patrons can find tickets for sale to one of the largest St. Patrick’s Day celebrations in the southeast. In addition to online sales, which have…
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Collins & Lacy attorney selected for South Carolina Bar 2016 Leadership Academy
February 15, 2016
Collins & Lacy, P.C. announced Kerri Rupert has been selected into the South Carolina Bar Association’s 2016 Leadership Academy. The South Carolina Bar regards the course as a highly selective program designed…
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Small Business Disaster Recovery Loan Program public service announcement
February 15, 2016
If you are a small business owner whose business was impacted by the 2015 flood, you may qualify for a Disaster Recovery Loan. The deadline is February 17th and you can…
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Richland County elections & voter registration
February 15, 2016
The Richland County Voter Registration & Election office will hold the Republican Presidential Preference Primary on Saturday, February 20, 2016, 7:00 am – 7:00 pm and the Democratic Presidential Preference…
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Sage Mill Industrial Park designated as AT&T Fiber Ready
February 15, 2016
Designation reflects presence of fiber-based, high-speed internet As part of AT&T’s continuing efforts to drive economic development and investment in South Carolina, AT&T* and representatives from Sage Mill Industrial…
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Columbia Chamber honors ten at 2nd Annual Yellow Jasmine Awards
February 15, 2016
Ten recognized for outstanding service to the community by the Columbia Chamber On February 11, 2016 at 12 PM, the Columbia Chamber honored ten individuals and organizations for…
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Principal Architect for Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture Comes to Columbia
February 15, 2016
Three groups partner to host event featuring Philip Freelon, FAIA LEED AP The Columbia Design League, in partnership with the Friends of African American Art and Culture (FAAAC) and the American Institute of Architects…
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District Five holds Transition Fair for families of special needs students
February 15, 2016
Lexington-Richland School District Five held its second annual Transition Fair Feb. 9, offering resources to families of special needs students. Nearly 100 students, parents and community members attended the event…
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SCDOT prepares roads and bridges for winter weather
February 15, 2016
SCDOT crews have prepped equipment and materials statewide. Crews in the areas of greatest threat continue pre-treating. Below is a summary of preparation activities. District 1: Richland, Lexington, Sumter,…
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Carolina Classic Home & Garden Show, March 11-13
February 15, 2016
Clyde Nettles, Inc. presents the 50th Annual Carolina Classic Home & Garden Show at the SC State FairgroundsFriday, March 11 through Sunday, March 13, 2016. The show is hosted by…
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BI-LO donation provides emergency meals to Senior Resources’ Meals on Wheels clients
February 15, 2016
Senior Resources received a $8,700 grant from the BI-LO Foundation, the philanthropic arm of the parent company to BI-LO grocery stores. The funding will be used to provide Meals on…
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