Columbia World Affairs Council announces Tia Nelson’s departure, gains new Fellow, Doria Kim
September 30, 2019
Columbia World Affairs Council (CWAC) announces Communications and Development Director Tia Nelson will be transitioning to Board of Directors as she joins the Office of Innovation at South Carolina Department…
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USDA invests in community facilities improvements for 3.3 million rural americans in 23 states including South Carolina
September 30, 2019
U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Deputy Under Secretary for Rural Development Donald “DJ” LaVoy announced that USDA is investing $139 million in 56 projects to improve community facilities and provide…
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Beth Burke Richardson sworn in as president of the South Carolina Chapter of the Federal Bar Association
September 30, 2019
Beth Burke Richardson, a member with Robinson Gray law firm, is the new president of the South Carolina Chapter of the Federal Bar Association. She was officially sworn in to…
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Beth Hallock named President SBA at United Community Bank
September 30, 2019
United Community Bank announced the promotion of Beth Hallock to President of SBA. Hallock has over 35 years of industry experience, 18 of which have been dedicated to various areas…
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Joe’s Place hosting debut fall fashion show
September 30, 2019
Joe’s Place Bookstore will be partnering with Samantha Grace to debut outfits from their Fall 2019 line. On October 5th, from 11a.m. to 1p.m., Sonja Miller, the owner of Samantha…
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Lima One Capital completes $12.4 million Multifamily loan in the Kansas City market
September 30, 2019KANSAS CITY – Lima One Capital, the nation’s premier lender for real estate investors, recently closed a $12.4 million loan for a multifamily property in the Kansas City, Missouri, market.…
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SCPA, DHEC receive $2M grant to improve crane technology
September 30, 2019
New engine systems to reduce emissions, boost air quality South Carolina Ports Authority (SCPA) and the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) were awarded a $2 million grant from the…
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Garvin Design Group wins AIASC’s 2019 Firm Award, Design Award for Adaptive Reuse
September 30, 2019Local architecture firm recognized for contribution to profession and community Columbia’s Garvin Design Group received two awards at the American Institute of Architects’ South Carolina (AIASC) 2019 Design Awards on…
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Palmetto Infusion partners with The South Carolina Free Clinic Association
September 30, 2019
Palmetto invests $60,000 per year in the SCFCA to provide free health care to South Carolina Palmetto Infusion Services, LLC (“Palmetto”), one of South Carolina’s largest and fastest growing privately…
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U.S. News names CSU to Best Colleges
September 30, 2019
In U.S. News & World Report’s recent rankings of Southeastern colleges, Charleston Southern University earned Best College honors and climbed 31 spots above its spot in the previous year. Contributing…
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General Municipal Elections scheduled for November 5
September 30, 2019
The General Municipal Elections for the city of Greenville will be held on Tuesday, November 5. Candidates for office include: Mayor – Knox White (R) City Council At-Large – Dorothy…
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BJU celebrates homecoming and Family Weekend
September 30, 2019
Bob Jones University invites the Greenville community to Homecoming and Family Weekend Thursday through Saturday, Oct. 10 – 12, on the BJU campus. “Homecoming and Family Weekend is one of…
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Real estate companies offer students real-world experience
September 30, 2019
The Carter Real Estate Center at the College of Charleston School of Business is infusing experiential learning into its Real Estate Market Analysis course this semester through a collaboration with local real estate…
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Mary Winter Teaster of Colliers International negotiates attorney’s new office location in downtown Columbia
September 30, 2019
Colliers International | South Carolina’s Mary Winter Teaster represented MIRAKI, LLC. in the lease of approximately 3,500 square feet of office space at 2010 Gadsden Street in downtown Columbia to…
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LS3P welcomes Harolisa Rivas
September 30, 2019
LS3P welcomes Harolisa Rivas, who joins the firm’s Columbia office as an Emerging Professional. Rivas, who earned a Bachelor of Architecture from Pontificia Universidad Católica Madre y Maestra in the…
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United Ministries receives $75,000 grant from The Leon Levine Foundation
September 30, 2019
United Ministries was one of 11 new organizations to receive a grant from The Leon Levine Foundation (TLLF). The Leon Levine Foundation supports nonprofit organizations with highly effective leadership, a…
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CCSD hosts Call Me MiSTER Tour
September 30, 2019The CCSD Teacher Recruitment Office hosted its annual Call Me MiSTER Bus Tour Friday, September 20, 2019. During each school visit, Call Me MiSTERs from Claflin, Clemson, Coastal Carolina, College…
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Jeff Blankenship named principal of Wando Center for Advanced Studies
September 30, 2019
Charleston County School District (CCSD) is excited to announce the selection of Jeff Blankenship as the principal of the Center for Advanced Studies (CAS) at Wando High School. In this…
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CCSD fall 2019 community listening sessions
September 30, 2019All CCSD families, parents, staff, and community members are welcomed and encouraged to attend. The district will be hosting a series of one-hour community meetings across the county to discuss…
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Beth Hallock named President SBA at United Community Bank
September 30, 2019
United Community Bank announced the promotion of Beth Hallock to President of SBA. Hallock has over 35 years of industry experience, 18 of which have been dedicated to various areas…
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Furman Music Department announces Sound Quality Concert Series
September 30, 2019
Open to the public, the 11 featured events include performances by the Furman Symphony Orchestra under the baton of two esteemed guest conductors; the Furman Symphonic Band conducted by Director…
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City to hold information sessions on ADA compliance study
September 27, 2019
The City of Greenville recently retained the WT Group’s Accessibility Consulting team to evaluate its parks and recreation sites, policies and programs for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act…
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City of West Columbia public parking garage now open
September 27, 2019
The City of West Columbia’s Public Parking Garage located at 310 Court Avenue at State Street in the Brookland Development and street parking is now open to the public. This…
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New event space opening in the Vista in former Jillian’s
September 27, 2019
Junction 800 to be 16,000 Feet of Flexible Space for Events The Arnold Companies announced today the opening of Junction 800, a multi-purpose event venue in the former Jillian’s space.…
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J. Davis Construction opens the doors of its new Anderson office
September 27, 2019
Now, home to many current employees, J. Davis Construction opened the doors of a new 11,000 sf office facility located in Anderson, SC off I-85 at Exit 14. Not only…
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Four South Carolina schools recognized as 2019 National Blue Ribbon Schools
September 27, 2019
State Superintendent of Education Molly Spearman has announced that four South Carolina schools were recognized by the United States Department of Education as 2019 National Blue Ribbon Schools. “I am…
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South Carolina Federal expands services to Lexington
September 27, 2019
South Carolina Federal Credit Union announced the addition of a Lexington, South Carolina financial center to its portfolio. The financial center is located at 5075 Sunset Blvd, Lexington, SC 29072.…
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Wells Fargo Home Mortgage names J. Benjamin Black Home Mortgage Consultant for Charleston
September 27, 2019
Wells Fargo Home Mortgage, one the nation’s top retail mortgage lender, recently named J. Benjamin Black as a Home Mortgage Consultant in its Charleston office. Black has more than 30…
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Presbyterian College receives $2.7 million to renovate the William Henry Belk Auditorium
September 27, 2019
The David Belk Cannon Foundation of Gastonia, N.C., has awarded $2.7 million to Presbyterian College to support renovations to the William Henry Belk Auditorium. “We are thrilled to partner with…
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Lake Murray Elementary School earns National Blue Ribbon School honors
September 27, 2019
LMES is a Lexington District One Pre-K through Grade 5 school. Lexington County School District One’s Lake Murray Elementary School students and employees gathered in the school cafeteria and library…
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Prisma Health offers free flu shots
September 27, 2019
Free flu shots offered at various locations Prisma Health is helping protect you and your family from the flu by providing free flu shots beginning Sunday, Sept. 29, at various…
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South Carolina Department of Education to fund 205 new school resource officers
September 27, 2019
Today, State Superintendent of Education Molly Spearman announced the funding of 205 new school resource officers (SROs) that will be stationed in schools across the state that currently lack coverage.…
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CIU new Global Business & IT Center completed by Mashburn Construction
September 27, 2019
Columbia International University’s much-anticipated $20 million William H. Jones Global Business & IT Center will be formally dedicated with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 10:30 a.m. on Oct. 4. Mashburn Construction…
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Lisle Traywick joins the board of the South Carolina Chapter of the Federal Bar Association
September 27, 2019
Lisle Traywick, an associate with Robinson Gray law firm, has been elected to the board of the South Carolina Chapter of the Federal Bar Association. Traywick was elected at the…
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That’s My Greenville” community leadership program graduates 20 young professionals
September 27, 2019United Way of Greenville County recently concluded its first community leadership program for young professionals, “That’s My Greenville.” Upon completion, the 20 young leaders gained clear pathways and competency to…
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Schools receive $5M grant for mental health services
September 27, 2019Charleston County School District (CCSD) will receive almost $1 million a year for five years to expand mental health support for children through a Project Prevent grant from U.S. Department…
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Gossett Concrete Pipe Company unveils new precast production facility
September 27, 2019
Gossett Concrete Pipe Company, Inc. announced the opening of its new production facility during its 75th anniversary celebration event hosted on Thursday, September 26 at its headquarters on West Lee…
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United Way of the Midlands & Richland Library host Breaking Barriers Employment Resource Fair on October 4
September 27, 2019
United Way of the Midlands and Richland Library will host the fourth annual Breaking Barriers Employment Resource Fair on Friday, October 4 from 9 a.m. – noon at the Richland…
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STASH and Share initiative up and running
September 27, 2019
In early September STASH Storage and Palmetto Goodwill announced their STASH and Share partnership. STASH and Share is an ideal concept for people looking to downsize, minimize or declutter. STASH…
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Laurel Hill Primary administrator receives honor from national organization
September 26, 2019
Laurel Hill Primary School is excited to announce Assistant Principal Jason Sims was recently selected as one of 10 Lasting Legacy Scholarship winners for the National Association for the Education…
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Laura Derrick named 2019 South Carolina REALTOR® of the Year
September 26, 2019
South Carolina REALTOR® (SCR) member, past president and Realtor® at Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage in Columbia, was named the association’s 2019 REALTOR® of the Year at its annual conference at…
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Freshfields Village welcomes fall with seasonal events
September 26, 2019Enjoy the Fall evenings with Sip & Stroll, Saturday mornings with Cars & Coffee, and annual Dogtoberfest Freshfields Village, located at the crossroads of Kiawah and Seabrook islands, will offer…
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Trinity Partners leases 11,500 SF, a medical office building in North Columbia
September 26, 2019Trinity Partners is pleased to announce brokerage team Roger Winn, SIOR and Braden Shockley have successfully leased 70% of space at 4100 N. Main Street to three private medical practices…
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MUSC receives a $833,190 grant from the NIH HEAL Initiative
September 26, 2019
The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) has received an $833,190 grant from the Helping to End Addiction Long-term, or the NIH HEAL Initiative. The MUSC award is one of 375 grant awards…
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2019 alumni awardees named for UofSC Alumni Association
September 26, 2019The University of South Carolina Alumni Association has named the following recipients of this year’s alumni awards. These awards are the highest honors reflecting the ideals cherished by South Carolinians…
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T&S Brass and Bronze Works, Inc. expanding Greenville County operations
September 26, 2019
$10.3 Million Investment Will Create 22 Jobs T&S Brass and Bronze Works, Inc., a leading manufacturer of faucets, fittings and specialty products and accessories, announced plans to expand operations in…
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Everything you need to know about the 150th South Carolina State Fair Oct. 9-20
September 25, 2019
2019 event will feature a free daily circus, free concerts and more — discount tickets available through Oct. 8 It’s the South Carolina State Fair’s 150th birthday, and the award-winning…
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German Artists return to Columbia for a collaborative symposium with local artists
September 25, 2019
Between September 30 – October 11, four German artists from Kaiserslautern and six Columbia artists will create a permanent public Gesamtkunstwerk, a collaborative work of art, on and for the grounds…
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Charleston mayoral forum Sept. 27th to draw a large turnout
September 25, 2019
All six Charleston mayoral candidates will participate in a forum at 7:00 p.m. on Friday, September 27, 2019, at Seacoast Church – West Ashley Campus, located at 2049 Savannah Highway, 29407. Moderators for the forum will be…
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Life Cycle Engineering awarded a $50 million, five-year contract by U.S. Naval Ship Repair Facility and Japan Regional Maintenance Center
September 25, 2019
Life Cycle Engineering (LCE) has been awarded a $50 million, five-year contract by the U.S. Naval Ship Repair Facility and Japan Regional Maintenance Center (SRF-JRMC). Under this contract, LCE will continue…
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