Locums firm doubles down on VP growth
September 25, 2019
Floyd Lee Locums announced two changes designed to increase its concierge service offering for clients. Josh Ahlberg has joined the company as the newest VP of Business Development, and…
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GSP opens overflow parking lot to accommodate customer demand
September 25, 2019
Passengers flying out of Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport (GSP) are advised that parking is currently in very high demand. The airport has opened its Overflow Parking Lot to provide an additional…
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Ten at the top announces date, keynote speaker and topic for 2020 Upstate Regional Summit
September 25, 2019
Best-Selling Author Richard Florida to Serve as Keynote Speaker of Summit Focused on the “The New Urban Crisis” Ten at the Top (TATT) has announced that the 2020 Upstate Regional…
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Greenlink seeking public input on proposed route changes
September 25, 2019
Greenlink has scheduled a series of public meetings to give customers an opportunity to review and comment on proposed changes to Route 504 and Route 508 that are designed to…
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State tax issue? Meet with SCDOR’s taxpayer advocate at an office near you later this year
September 25, 2019
Need help resolving a tax issue with the South Carolina Department of Revenue (SCDOR)? SCDOR’s Taxpayer Advocate, who is based in Columbia, will visit SCDOR offices across the state beginning…
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Twelve percent of children in South Carolina live in concentrated poverty
September 25, 2019
New Data Snapshot from Annie E. Casey Foundation Shows Little Progress Made Since 2012 on Child Poverty Rate Approximately 130,000 children in South Carolina live in concentrated poverty, according to…
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A new spin to Open Houses at independent schools
September 25, 2019
As Charleston area schools celebrate the beginning of Open House season, Charleston Day School is creating a fresh take on Open Houses — The CDS Experience. The first CDS Open…
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New event series to connect industry with Clemson University research
September 25, 2019
A new series of events seeks to grow and enhance collaborations between the Clemson University research enterprise and industry. The Innovation Series for Partnering Industry with the Research Enterprise (INSPIRE)…
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GSSM announces six commended students in the 2020 National Merit® Scholarship Program
September 25, 2019
Dr. Ershela Sims, Interim President of The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics (GSSM) announced today that Saif Ali, Rayed Hamid, McLean Jose, Liza Malcolm, Austin Millwood, and…
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Richard Samuel Roberts photography brought to life in Harlem South
September 25, 2019
Jazz and theatrical performance makes Southeastern debut The Columbia Museum of Art announces the Southeastern premiere of Harlem South: A View Through the Lens, a jazz and theatrical performance of historical…
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TireHub continues to expand, will enter two more markets
September 25, 2019
Company focused on providing greater access to Goodyear and Bridgestone products TireHub, the national tire distributor cofounded by Bridgestone Americas Inc. (Bridgestone) and The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company (Goodyear),…
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Southeastern Freight Lines promotes Richard Slater to vice president of human resources
September 25, 2019
Southeastern Freight Lines, the leading provider of regional less-than-truckload (LTL) transportation services, today announced Richard Slater has been promoted to vice president of human resources. Slater has more than eight years…
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HHIMLS.com joins Beaufort Regional Chamber of Commerce
September 25, 2019
HHIMLS.com, South Carolina’s statewide Multiple Listing Service, announced it joined the Beaufort Regional Chamber of Commerce, furthering its commitment to improving, promoting and protecting the Lowcountry. A portion of HHIMLS’…
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Zuendt Engineering hires Barber as executive assistant
September 25, 2019
Pamela Barber has joined Zuendt Engineering, a full service civil and structural engineering firm based, as executive assistant. Barber previously founded Everyday Errand, an errand and concierge business launched in…
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Life Cycle Engineering’s Rick Wheeler to present at 2019 Asset Management Conference in Chicago
September 25, 2019
Rick Wheeler, Executive Director of Asset Management Services at Life Cycle Engineering, will present a session at the Institute of Asset Management’s 2019 North American Conference in Chicago, IL. The…
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The Pearlstine Foundation to sponsor a new interactive stage at the Children’s Museum of The Lowcountry
September 25, 2019The Children’s Museum of the Lowcountry (CML) announced a pledge from the Pearlstine Foundation to provide funding for a Center Stage in the Speak Loud! studio, one of the new…
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Lowcountry Food Bank announces staff promotions
September 25, 2019
The Lowcountry Food Bank, (LCFB) whose mission is to lead the fight against hunger throughout the 10 coastal counties of South Carolina, announced several staff promotions to even better serve…
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Lowcountry Food Bank welcomes new Chief Operating Officer
September 25, 2019
The Lowcountry Food Bank, whose mission is to lead the fight against hunger throughout the 10 coastal counties of South Carolina, announced the hiring of Jeff Rubbelke as Chief Operating…
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Cola Town Bike Collective to launch fall concert series October 19th
September 25, 2019
Cola Town Bike Collective will launch its inaugural fall concert series on October 19th from 6 to 9 pm at 711 Elmwood Avenue. The two-part series will feature local artists…
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Everything you need to know about the 150th South Carolina State Fair Oct. 9-20 in Columbia
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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County’s flood recovery program, Mungo Construction form partnership to rebuild lives
September 25, 2019Mungo Construction, founded by Mungo Homes, the nationally recognized Columbia-based homebuilder, is adding its expertise to Richland County’s efforts to help residents displaced by the 2015 flood. As part of…
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South Carolina Wildlife Federation announces Nicole Chadwick Memorial Scholarship Fund and annual scholarship application deadline
September 25, 2019
The South Carolina Wildlife Federation (SCWF) announced the creation of the Nicole Chadwick Memorial Scholarship Fund in addition to the annual scholarship application period. The Nicole Chadwick Memorial Scholarship Fund…
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EdVenture to kick off Fire Prevention Week by hosting “Tame the Flame” event – Sept. 28
September 25, 2019
EdVenture will kick off National Fire Prevention Week a few days early by hosting “Tame the Flame” Saturday, Sept. 28. “For nearly two decades, we have partnered with EdVenture by…
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Greenville Tech Medical assisting student receives national honor
September 25, 2019
Susan Michelle Little, a Greenville Technical College Medical Assisting student, has received the Student Essay Excel Award from the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA). The essay described why Little…
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City of Columbia accepting nominations for the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Dream Keeper Scholarship Awards
September 25, 2019
The City of Columbia is accepting nominations for the 2020 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Dream Keeper Scholarship Awards. The Dream Keeper Scholarship Awards program recognizes exemplary displays of committed…
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Richland County to release documents from transportation contractor
September 25, 2019
Richland County will provide the public with free online access to more than a million pages of documents related to the management of the taxpayer funded program to improve transportation…
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South Carolina’s Class of 2019 outperforms nation on Advanced Placement, sees record participation in SAT
September 24, 2019
Today, the College Board released national and South Carolina specific results for their SAT and Advanced Placement assessments. South Carolina students again exceeded the nation on eight out of the…
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Michelin and Greenville County Schools hold ‘signing day’ ceremony for 2019/2020 class of Tech Scholars and Youth Apprenticeship students
September 24, 2019
Michelin reaffirms its commitment to invest in advanced manufacturing careers and technical education in South Carolina Michelin in partnership with Greenville County Schools recognized its 2019/2020 class of Michelin Tech…
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DP3 Architects, Ltd. receives design award for Clear Spring Fire & Rescue Headquarters Station No. 1
September 24, 2019Fire Industry Education Resource Organization (F.I.E.R.O.) recently hosted their 2019 Symposium and annual Fire Station Design Awards program to recognize excellence in fire station design and construction and has selected…
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Colliers International industrial brokers complete multiple transactions at 1281 First Street
September 24, 2019
Colliers International | South Carolina’s industrial brokerage team of John Peebles, Dave Mathews, SIOR and Thomas Beard secured two leases for 1281 First Street South in Columbia. The team represents…
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Foundation for Geriatric Education funds tools for education at Greenville Technical College
September 24, 2019Bryan Moorhouse (far left) and Gideon Sellars (second from right) of NHC with OTA student Scott Bell (center), dressed in a geriatric simulator, and (from left to right) OTA Department…
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Grant advances the arts at PHMS, WKMS
September 24, 2019
Two Lexington District One middle schools received another round of funding to support arts education. Pleasant Hill Middle, represented by Shannon B. Canady, Lori L. McKelvey, Jessica I.M. Robbins and…
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WACH FOX’s Mike Uva finalist for 2019 RTDNAC Awards
September 24, 2019
Mike Uva, WACH FOX Weekend Sports Anchor, Reporter, and Co-Host of the Sports Zone “5th Quarter” show is a finalist for the 2019 RTDNAC/AP Awards (Radio Television Digital News Association…
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NWS meteorologist to get weather on the radar of Midlands youth
September 24, 2019
From choosing an outfit first thing in the morning to deciding whether or not to play inside the house or outside in the backyard, weather plays an important role in…
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American Heart Association supports Quality Bus and Transit Services
September 24, 2019
The Charleston American Heart Association (AHA) and the City of Charleston’s Department of Traffic and Transportation are supporting a new zoning ordinance that focuses on providing quality transportation services to…
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Lead an On The Table Community Conversation on October 22 with Central Carolina Community Foundation
September 24, 2019
Call for table hosts for upcoming day of community improvement discussions For little or no cost, people across Richland and Lexington Counties can join a national movement — a grassroots…
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Local support group offers parents better grasp on Individualized Education Program (IEP)
September 24, 2019
Parents, Richland Library is offering a thorough introduction to the Individualized Education Program (IEP), which serves as a road map for education services. Join us for Parent-to-Parent Support Group: Individualized…
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Healthy Learners names new executive director
September 24, 2019
Amy Splittgerber joins non-profit that connects children to health care The Healthy Learners Board of Trustees has selected Amy Splittgerber as the new executive director of the organization, which is…
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St. David’s Church to celebrate RCSD, other first-responders
September 24, 2019
By W. Thomas Smith, Jr. COLUMBIA, S.C. – Homemade chili, bread, deserts, coffee and tea will be served at no charge to first responders in Columbia and Richland County…
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Immedion hires Cory Waggoner as Virtual CIO (vCIO)
September 24, 2019
Immedion LLC, a premiere provider of cloud, data center and managed IT services, announced today the addition of Cory Waggoner as Virtual CIO (vCIO) for their Charleston Managed Services team.…
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RealOp Investments sells last remaining parcel of Richmond Towne Center
September 24, 2019
RealOp Investments, a Greenville, South Carolina-based commercial real estate investment firm, recently sold the last remaining parcel of Richmond Towne Center, 496 S. Pleasantburg Drive, Greenville, for $1.6 million. The…
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Colonial Life launches new whole life coverage
September 23, 2019
Many people just think of life insurance as something useful when there’s a death. But Colonial Life’s new individual whole life insurance coverage announced today has the flexibility to provide…
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Palmetto Infusion hires Jeremy Bunch as Chief Sales and Marketing Officer
September 23, 2019
Experienced leader in healthcare industry joins S.C.-based company Palmetto Infusion Services, LLC (“Palmetto”), one of South Carolina’s largest and fastest-growing privately held companies, is announcing the addition of Jeremy Bunch…
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Top Grossing Movies – September 23, 2019
September 23, 2019
Week of 09/20/2019 to 09/26/2019 Rank Title Weeks Weekend Gross Cumulative 1 Downton Abbey 1 $31,033,665 $31,033,665 2 Ad Astra 1 $19,001,398 $19,001,398 3 Rambo: Last Blood 1 $18,872,919 $18,872,919…
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Dita Brown joins Beacon Community Bank as Vice President, Commercial Banker
September 23, 2019
Beacon Community Bank, Charleston’s new privately held community bank, announced that Dita Brown has joined the bank as Vice President, Commercial Banker. In her role as a Commercial Banker, Brown…
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Columbia Chamber honors local leaders at Annual Gala
September 23, 2019
Midlands Leaders to be Recognized at 117th Annual Gala. The Columbia Chamber announced the award recipients for the 117th Annual Gala, presented by BlueCross® BlueShield ® of South Carolina. On Thursday,…
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Furman alumnus leaves nearly $5 million to support scholarships
September 23, 2019
Furman University has received nearly $5 million from the estate of Furman alumnus Thomas C. Turner (1930-2018), class of 1951, to expand support of academic scholarships at his alma mater.…
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T Cox joins Coldwell Banker Commercial Caine in Greenville
September 23, 2019
Coldwell Banker Commercial Caine recently welcomed T Cox as a commercial sales associate to its Greenville office. T joins Caine with years of sales experience in technology, insurance and most…
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Agent recognized among top local producers joins William Means Real Estate Team
September 23, 2019
Harrison Gilchrist, a Realtor® of Distinction – Directors Circle award recipient, has joined the team of agents at William Means Real Estate, one of the oldest real estate companies in…
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Charleston Metro Chamber announces 2019 honors winners
September 23, 2019
The Charleston Metro Chamber’s annual Honors awards celebrate the achievements of local organizations and leaders with an exemplary commitment to the region’s economic development and quality of life. We will gather…
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