City of Charleston coronavirus March 16 PM update
March 17, 2020
The city of Charleston continues to operate at OPCON 2, indicating a state of modified operations intended to limit person-to-person contact. Charleston City Council met telephonically this afternoon to receive…
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Ryan Welch and Milton Thomas of Lee & Associates Charleston, LLC represented the Landlord in the lease of a 50,000 SF industrial space in Charleston, SC
March 17, 2020
Ryan Welch and Milton Thomas of Lee & Associates Charleston is pleased to announce he represented the Landlord, Charleston Regional Investments, LLC, in the lease of a 50,000 SF industrial…
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Relic Room closing at least through March 31 because of coronavirus
March 17, 2020
The South Carolina Confederate Relic Room and Military Museum will be closed from Wednesday, March 18, through at least Tuesday, March 31, because of the COVID-19 pandemic. All tours, programs,…
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Crisis leadership in crisis
March 17, 2020
By W. Thomas Smith Jr. LEADERSHIP IS BOTH AN ART AND A SCIENCE. We know that. But for the fledgling or accomplished professional leader, mastery of the art is…
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ROI Commercial sells downtown Chapin office building
March 17, 2020
ROI Commercial brokers and principals, George Meetze and Sherri Burriss, represented the seller in the sale of a 4,891 square foot office building located at 115 Clark Street in downtown…
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South Carolina ETV reimagines mission-driven partnership with S.C. Department of Education in response to COVID-19
March 17, 2020
Network to modify programming three days each week beginning March 24 South Carolina ETV (SCETV) today announced a plan in partnership with the S.C. Department of Education (SCDE) to broadcast…
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The South Carolina State Museum to close temporarily
March 17, 2020
Taking into consideration guidelines set forth by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control, the State Museum has made the decision to temporarily close to the public in…
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GSSM accepting applications for its GoSciTech residential summer camp
March 17, 2020
The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics (GSSM) is now accepting applications for GoSciTech, its week-long residential STEM summer camp for rising 8th – 10th graders on GSSM’s…
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Comporium providing 60 days of free internet service to students
March 17, 2020Offering Internet to New Customers in Homes with K-12 and Higher Education Students ROCK HILL, SC – With the continuing spread of coronavirus (COVID-19), South Carolina Governor, Henry McMaster and…
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Dean Swartout joins GreenWood, Inc. as Project Site Manager
March 17, 2020
GreenWood, Inc., an integrated maintenance, construction and workforce solutions provider, announces the hiring of Dean Swartout as the new Site Manager at the Honeywell Aerospace Facility in Greer, SC. In…
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Frank Bullard joins First Reliance Bank as President, Charleston Market
March 17, 2020
Frank Bullard has joined First Reliance Bank as Market President for Charleston, SC. Bullard is responsible for the strategic market expansion of First Reliance Bank’s footprint in the Charleston market, and…
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Able SC releases program for students with disabilities to continue learning online amid outbreak
March 17, 2020
In response to the outbreak of COVID-19 and the consequent school closures, Able SC has released a new program that allows students with disabilities to connect with one another and…
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Residents advised to view County Council meeting on TV or online
March 17, 2020
Richland County Council will meet at its regularly scheduled time Tuesday, March 17. However, because of growing concerns related to the spread of COVID-19, residents are encouraged to view the…
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MUSC Health reduces entry points to hospitals, tightens visitation and screening
March 17, 2020
MUSC Health will reduce the number of entry points and implement tighter visitation policies for all hospitals on the peninsula. The changes take effect at 8 a.m. on Tuesday, March 17. Patients seeking…
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Hargray launches special programs to support remote learning in the Southeast
March 17, 2020
HILTON HEAD ISLAND, SC – As the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic increasingly impacts families and businesses across the Southeast, Hargray is partnering with educators, including Beaufort County Schools, to ensure students have…
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Modern Capital announces acquisition of Western Equity Group
March 17, 2020
CHARLESTON, SC – Modern Capital, a diversified financial services firm, announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Western Equity Group, Inc., an SEC Registered and FINRA…
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Council Chair Signs Emergency Disaster Declaration in Preparation for COVID-19
March 17, 2020
Richland County Council Chair Paul Livingston has signed an emergency declaration in accordance with County ordinance to initiate specific actions to respond to COVID-19, or coronavirus. Over the past four…
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Infinity Marketing welcomes Telular as new client
March 17, 2020
Infinity Marketing, a fully integrated marketing firm, recently added Telular to its growing client roster. The agency is providing a variety of services to the technology company, including direct and…
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Mark Ratchford represents Rockoon Climbing Community in 25,000-SF lease at Judson Mill
March 17, 2020
Mark Ratchford, MAI, of KDS Commercial Properties, represented Rockoon Climbing Community in the lease of 25,000-SF space in Judson Mill, located at 701 Easley Bridge Road near downtown Greenville. Rockoon…
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Effectively Communicating in Uncertain Times
March 17, 2020
By Heather Matthews NP Strategy Silence fuels fear in a crisis, especially when the crisis is changing by the day and is something few people have experienced before. Over…
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Dominion Energy commits $1 million to coronavirus relief efforts
March 16, 2020
$250,000 committed to American Red Cross to help its response $750,000 committed to nonprofits as response plans develop and local needs are defined RICHMOND, Va. — The Dominion Energy Charitable…
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Greater Irmo Chamber honors local leaders at Annual Gala
March 16, 2020
On Friday, March 6, 2020, the Greater Irmo Chamber of Commerce honored outstanding Chamber partners at the 2020 Irmo Chamber Awards Night and Gala, presented by Steve Padgett’s Honda of…
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West Columbia city operated parks closed to reduce potential COVID-19 exposure
March 16, 2020
West Columbia, SC (March 16, 2020, at 3:47 PM) – In the interest of reducing potential exposure to COVID-19, City of West Columbia parks, community centers, playground equipment, tennis courts,…
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Main Street District – Here’s How You Can Help
March 16, 2020
From the City Center Partnership: Dear Friends, The safety and health of Main Street District workers, residents, and patrons is very important to us at City Center Partnership. We encourage everyone…
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S.C. Arts Awards postponed because of COVID-19 concerns
March 16, 2020
Official statement from the South Carolina Arts Commission: COLUMBIA, S.C. – The South Carolina Arts Awards scheduled for May 6, 2020 are being postponed until further notice. With the ongoing uncertainty…
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City of Cayce issues COVID-19 Safety Precautions
March 16, 2020
City Provides List of Important Resources for Cayce Residents CAYCE, SC – In the City of Cayce, we pride ourselves on excellent services and communication to our citizens, our businesses and our visitors;…
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Mission Lexington Status 1/16/2020
March 16, 2020
Lexington, SC, March 16, 2020- Mission Lexington is continuing to monitor the latest developments regarding COVID-19. The health and safety of our clients, staff and volunteers remains our number one priority. At this…
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DHEC announces additional five cases of 2019 novel coronavirus in South Carolina
March 16, 2020
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) is investigating five additional cases of the COVID-19 novel coronavirus. This brings the total number of cases statewide to 33.…
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Capital City/Lake Murray Country Regional Tourism Board launches STAY/PLAYcation Campaign
March 16, 2020
The Capital City/Lake Murray Country Regional Tourism Board is launching a spring and summer STAY/PLAYcation campaign. Since South Carolina is drivable state, it is now more important than ever to…
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The 16th Annual March for Meals has been canceled.
March 16, 2020
This event has been canceled. Mobile Meals will welcome community leaders on Monday, March 16, 2020 to deliver meals as a part of the annual National Week of Champions. Confirmed…
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Colliers International Dealmakers: Recent purchases, sales, leases and investments in South Carolina
March 16, 2020
Colliers International | South Carolina announced the following recently completed commercial real estate transactions from the offices across the state: Charleston, SC Mark Erickson, SIOR and Matt Pickard represented…
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Richland Soil and Water Conservation District awards 3 mini-grants to local groups
March 16, 2020
The Richland Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD) has awarded three Conservation Education Mini-Grants totaling $2,000 to support local schools’ environmental efforts this spring. With the three newly awarded grants,…
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Tri-County student Michael Crouch is first in SC to receive Martha Maxwell Scholarship for Students in Student Success Programs
March 16, 2020
Michael Crouch admits he has struggled both personally and academically over the past years with challenges that sidelined his academic and professional journey. Today, substance-free since 2013, he proudly talks…
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Greg Watchinski named principal of Rocky Creek Elementary
March 16, 2020
In a Monday, March 9, 2020, meeting with Rocky Creek Elementary School staff, Lexington County School District One Superintendent Greg Little, Ed.D., announced that Gregory W. Watchinski, principal of Carolina Springs Elementary…
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BlueCross® BlueShield® of South Carolina Foundation assists Greenville Technical College’s dental clinic
March 16, 2020
Greenville Technical College has received a grant from the BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina Foundation, an independent licensee of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association, for upgrading of the…
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Cracraft family pays it forward with College of Charleston scholarship
March 16, 2020
From the moment Kionnie Epps stepped foot on its campus, the College of Charleston felt like home. And, as we all know, family is what makes a place a home. “The College of Charleston…
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USO South Carolina to offer daily virtual story time events for military children during COVID-19 outbreak
March 16, 2020
USO South Carolina is hosting social-distance safe virtual events daily for military children affected by school closures during the COVID-19 Outbreak The USO South Carolina will be offering a virtual…
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The 14th Annual Charleston Walk for Water on March 21st is now virtual
March 16, 2020
Annual Event Raises Awareness and Funds to Support the 2.1 Billion People Around the World that Lack Access to Safe Water Event Details Who: Water Mission When: March 21, 2020 What: 2020 Charleston…
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MUSC Health expands COVID-19 testing capabilities following FDA waiver confirmation
March 16, 2020
MUSC Health has received an official waiver from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) that will enable greater access to testing for patients with respiratory illness symptoms and possible COVID-19…
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Newberry Opera House postpones performances March 15 through 31
March 16, 2020
From Newberry Opera House: Monday, March 16, 2020 Newberry, SC –The Newberry Opera House Performing Arts Center and the Foundation is dedicated to ensuring a safe environment for all…
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State of South Carolina reports first COVID-19 related death
March 16, 2020
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) has reported the state’s first death related to COVID-19 novel coronavirus. “We regret to report that South Carolina has suffered…
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City of Charleston Coronavirus update – March 16, 2020
March 16, 2020
At an emergency telephonic City Council meeting at 2 p.m. today, Council will be briefed on city actions to date and consider a State of Emergency declaration. The call in…
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TCTC moves online
March 16, 2020
In accordance with Governor’s McMaster’s order, Tri-County Technical College will be closed from March 16 through March 31, 2020. The College is determining whether courses may be delivered in an…
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Greenville Theatre cancels remianing performances of A GENTLEMAN’S GUIDE TO LOVE AND MURDER
March 16, 2020
Following the recommendation of the Governor and State Health Officials, and in the interest of public health, Greenville Theatre is canceling the remaining performances of A GENTLEMAN’S GUIDE TO LOVE…
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Veteran banker Ellen Stahlsmith joins United Community Bank in the Upstate
March 16, 2020
United Community Bank welcomed Ellen Stahlsmith as SVP/Senior Commercial Relationship Manager to its Upstate South Carolina team. “Ellen’s experience and extensive knowledge of the financial services industry make her the…
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Clemson extends online classes through April 5 and suspends all University events
March 16, 2020
Clemson University has announced the online instruction period has been extended through Sunday, April 5. All University events statewide have also been suspended through April 5. Events scheduled for April…
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Vikor Scientific to release COVID-19 testing
March 16, 2020
Vikor Scientific™ is a CLIA certified and CAP-accredited laboratory in Charleston, South Carolina that is in the process of validating the COVID-19 testing, which is expected to be released this…
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City of Columbia to close park facilities until further notice
March 16, 2020The City of Columbia Parks and Recreation Department has announced that they will close park facilities until further notice to protect citizens and minimize opportunities to spread COVID-19 in our…
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Centaurus Financial blazes new trails with Friends of Harbison State Forest
March 15, 2020
Employees of Centaurus Financial were out in force last weekend for the construction of a new trail in Harbison State Forest in Columbia, South Carolina. On hand was registered representative Matt Hawkins,…
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Riverbanks Zoo and Garden to temporarily close amid COVID-19
March 15, 2020In light of the novel coronavirus, Riverbanks Zoo and Garden will temporarily close to the public beginning Monday, March 16. The Zoo and Garden will remain closed through Tuesday, March…
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