CSU welcomes more than 1,000 new students this fall
September 9, 2019
After graduating its largest class in school history this May, Charleston Southern University welcomed 820 new undergraduate students to the Buccaneer family in August, as well as posting a record-breaking total graduate school enrollment of 585. CSU’s total enrollment remains at more…
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UofSC is No. 1 nationwide for first-year student experience
September 9, 2019
The University of South Carolina has the top first-year student experience among the nation’s public universities, according to U.S. News and World Report’s annual undergraduate rankings released Monday (Sept. 9). The…
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Wofford among U.S. News best national liberal arts colleges
September 9, 2019
College also among best values, top performer in social mobility Wofford College remains one of the nation’s top liberal arts colleges and among the best values in higher education, according…
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Charles Towne Holdings announces strategic investment in the firm and new additions to the team
September 9, 2019
Harvey Schiller to Serve as Chairman and Bill Stapleton will lead the Firm’s Sports, Media and Entertainment Verticals socialmediafda.org Charles Towne Holdings, LLC (“CTH”), an investment banking, capital markets and…
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West Columbia receives Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting for the 28th Year
September 9, 2019
The Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting has been awarded to the City of West Columbia by Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA)…
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Santee Cooper approves new business forecast
September 9, 2019
Santee Cooper has a clear mandate to modernize its resources, increase efficiency and pay off its debt without additional burden to its customers. The Santee Cooper Board, with unanimous approval…
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100 Women Who Care Midlands SC donates $6,200.00 to Power in Changing
September 9, 2019
100 Women Who Care Midlands SC at their 3rd quarter meeting elected to support Power in Changing with a donation of $6,200. Members of 100 Women Who Care Midlands SC…
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SC jobseekers and businesses continue connections to SC Works
September 9, 2019
Coastal Centers Reopening in Wake of Hurricane Dorian Department of Employment and Workforce Executive Director Dan Ellzey says all of the SC Works centers closed by Hurricane Dorian have now…
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The Original Six announces expansion of after-school programs
September 9, 2019
Non-Profit Will Double Practice Makes Perfect Homework Centers Serving Rural S.C. Students for 2019-2020 School Year The Original Six Foundation (O6 Foundation) today announced an expansion of the organization’s Practice…
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Colonial Life sponsors Innovation Challenge for juniors, seniors attending HBCUs
September 9, 2019
Colonial Life, a leader in worksite benefits, and The Company Lab are partnering to host the 2019 Historically Black Colleges and Universities Innovation Challenge. The challenge invites juniors and seniors…
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GSP opens of new 110,000 sq. ft. cargo facility
September 9, 2019
Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport (GSP) celebrated the opening of a $33 million air cargo facility which significantly increases the airport’s ability to handle domestic and international freight. In recent years air…
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Reggie McNeil selected to become Riley Fellow
September 9, 2019
Reggie McNeil, Executive Director of Capital Programs with Charleston County School District (CCSD), joins other leaders selected from the Lowcountry and surrounding area to participate in the Riley Institute at…
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Top economist to visit Columbia to give Real Estate Forecast
September 9, 2019
Local organizations to host Midlands Real Estate Forecast On Thursday, September 26, 2019, the BIA of Central South Carolina, Columbia Chamber of Commerce, Central Carolina REALTORS® Association (CCRA), and Mortgage…
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SC Green Industry Association presents 16th Annual Fall Field Day
September 9, 2019
The SC Green Industry Association is excited to present the 16th Annual Fall Field Day on Wednesday, September 18, 2019 at Modern Turf, 2895 Edens Road in Dalzell, SC. Early Bird Registration ends on September…
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SC Secretary of State Mark Hammond invites nominations for 2019 Angels
September 9, 2019
South Carolina Secretary of State Mark Hammond announced today that his office will accept nominations of charitable organizations for this year’s Angel awards. Every year, the Secretary of State honors…
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Agribusiness Curriculum Program seeks budding entrepreneurs
September 9, 2019
The Agribusiness Center for Research and Entrepreneurship (ACRE), in partnership with Clemson Cooperative Extension, is now accepting applications for the second annual curriculum program for agribusiness innovators. enterpriseculturalheritage.org The four-session…
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Bob Jones University ranked by U.S. News & World Report
September 9, 2019
In its 2020 Best Colleges Rankings, U.S. News & World Report recognized Bob Jones University as one of the Best Regional Universities, the sixth Best Value Regional University in the South,…
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Corley Plumbing Air Electric selects UniComm Media Group as agency-of-record
September 9, 2019
UniComm Media Group (UMG), a full service, advertising agency with Hispanic marketing capabilities based in Greenville, S.C., was selected as Corley Pluming Air Electric’s agency-of-record. UMG will lead advertising, digital,…
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Citadel ranked #1 Top Public College in South for ninth year in a row
September 9, 2019For the ninth consecutive year, The Citadel holds the distinction of being ranked the #1 Top Public School in the South offering up to a master’s degree by U.S. News & World…
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Top Grossing Movies – September 9, 2019
September 9, 2019
Theatrical grosses from comScore Week of 09/06/2019 to 09/12/2019 Rank Title Weeks Weekend Gross Cumulative 1 IT Chapter Two 1 $91,062,152 $91,062,152 2 Angel Has Fallen 3 $5,990,157 $53,450,658…
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Furman climbs five spots in U.S. News national rankings
September 9, 2019
Furman University climbed five spots to No. 46 in the 2020 U.S. News & World Report rankings of the “Best National Liberal Arts Colleges,” released today. Among such universities, Furman…
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30 Years Later, Remembering Impacts of Hurricane Hugo in South Carolina
September 9, 2019
As South Carolina navigates through the peak of the 2019 Atlantic Hurricane Season, Richland Library wants to reflect on and learn from an historic storm that had statewide impacts. It’s…
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Meet with local employers during Retail and Hospitality Career Fair – September 19
September 9, 2019
Job seekers, don’t miss the chance to interact with more than a dozen local employers. Join Richland Library for the Retail and Hospitality Career Fair from 6 – 8 p.m.,…
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Living historians to bring First World War to life at Relic Room
September 9, 2019
As the South Carolina Confederate Relic Room and Military Museum brings its commemoration of the First World War to a close, a special Saturday program will celebrate Columbia’s particular contribution…
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New office building on Coleman Blvd. completed by Mashburn Construction
September 9, 2019
Mt. Pleasant residents will recognize a fresh, and newly completed building at 736 Coleman Boulevard. At just under 20,000 SF, this three-story mixed-use retail and office building was built for…
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Colliers International Dealmakers: Recent purchases, sales, leases and investments in South Carolina
September 9, 2019
Colliers International | South Carolina announced the following recently completed commercial real estate transactions from our offices across the state: Columbia, SC Danny Bonds and Taylor Wolfe represented Broad Brook…
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Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island names Scott Etchberger Human Resources Director
September 9, 2019
The AAA Four Diamond-rated Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island has named Scott Etchberger as its new Human Resources Director. Situated along the coast of South Carolina’s picturesque Hilton Head Island,…
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Lima One Capital adds five business development reps
September 9, 2019
Lima One Capital, the nation’s premier lender for real estate investors, recently added business development representatives to better serve five new markets. • Danita Olney joins Lima One as a…
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231 King St. Sells for $4.15 Million
September 9, 2019
Not long after closing a major deal on King Street involving multiple properties and more than $20 million, local investment firm Charleston Commercial has brokered yet another deal on Charleston’s…
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Residential building codes to change in 2020
September 9, 2019
The 2018 International Residential Construction (IRC) codes for residential construction are scheduled to go into effect in South Carolina on January 1, 2020. The new building codes and South Carolina…
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Shining a spotlight on careers in construction
September 9, 2019
In recognition of all the professionals working in residential and commercial construction and to highlight the rewarding careers available in the industry. The Building Industry Association of Central SC (BIA)…
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South Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association seeking nominations for Upstate Hospitality Awards
September 8, 2019
The South Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association (SCRLA) is seeking nominations for the 7th Annual Upstate Hospitality Awards, honoring the best of the best in the Upstate’s hospitality industry. The…
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AnMed Health’s Impressions Shoppe recognized for service and care to cancer patients
September 8, 2019
AnMed Health’s Impressions Shoppe has achieved accreditation through The Accreditation Commission for Health Care (ACHC) for after mastectomy breast prosthesis and fitter services. The Impressions Shoppe is located in the…
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Design League and City of Columbia announce new phase of process to adopt a new city flag
September 8, 2019
Top flag competition designers to submit designs based on expanded guidelines. The Columbia Design League, in partnership with the Columbia City Council and Mayor Steve Benjamin, has begun an extended…
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September is Kindness Month in Richland Two
September 8, 2019
Inspired by the big and small acts of kindness exhibited throughout the year by our students and schools, Richland School District Two is celebrating and encouraging kindness with a district…
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Sept. 13-15, new home showcase event at The Ponds
September 8, 2019
Dorchester County’s top selling community hosts opens homes from three nationally-ranked builders September 13-15 at The Ponds in Summerville, Kolter Homes, Ryan Homes and Dan Ryan Homes invite home shoppers…
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Central Carolina Community Foundation accepting financial donations to the One SC Fund to support Hurricane Dorian Relief efforts
September 8, 2019
Central Carolina Community Foundation is accepting financial donations to the One SC Fund at www.OneSCFund.org to support nonprofit organizations that are, and will be, responding to the needs of individuals…
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Countybank unveils refreshed company website
September 8, 2019
Countybank is proud to launch its new website, providing a more comprehensive and user-friendly experience for online visitors. To experience Countybank’s revamped website, visit www.ecountybank.com. “Our new website better represents…
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South Carolina First Steps celebrates 20 years of helping children
September 7, 2019
South Carolina First Steps to School Readiness is celebrating 20 years of service to children and families on Tuesday, September 10. The celebration begins on the State House steps at…
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Charter opens Spectrum WiFi hotspots due to Hurricane Dorian
September 6, 2019
Over 44,000 hotspots in the Carolinas now open to all users to aid in storm response In support of the response to Hurricane Dorian, Charter Communications, Inc. has opened more…
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Wade Pfau, renowned retirement income expert, to speak at the FPA of South Carolina annual symposium
September 6, 2019
The Financial Planning Association of South Carolina announced today that Wade Pfau, Ph.D., CFP, will speak at their annual symposium and sponsor expo being held on Thursday, October 10 and…
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Rebuild Upstate hires new office coordinator
September 6, 2019
Rebuild Upstate has brought on Ashley Weekly as its new office coordinator. Weekly graduated from Liberty University with a bachelor’s degree in business administration as well as a previously earned…
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$5,000 grants to reward literary, dance excellence in S.C.
September 6, 2019
S.C. Arts Commission opens applications for FY21 Fellowships Deadline to apply is Friday, Nov. 15, 2019 The South Carolina Arts Commission is accepting applications for $5,000 FY21 individual artist fellowships…
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Home Works announces new Program Officer
September 6, 2019
Home Works of America announced the addition of Dr. Sam Marcengill to serve as Program Officer. He will be responsible for helping guide and build the Home Works model in…
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Home Works announces new Program Officer
September 6, 2019
Home Works of America announced the addition of Dr. Sam Marcengill to serve as Program Officer. He will be responsible for helping guide and build the Home Works model in…
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Home Works announces new Program Officer
September 6, 2019
Home Works of America announced the addition of Dr. Sam Marcengill to serve as Program Officer. He will be responsible for helping guide and build the Home Works model in…
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A needed step toward improving S.C.’s beleaguered prisons
September 6, 2019
By Richard Eckstrom, S.C. Comptroller First, let’s acknowledge the obvious: All is not well in South Carolina’s prison system. Its troubles have been pretty well-documented over the past few…
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Roper Mountain Science Center groundbreaking
September 6, 2019The groundbreaking ceremony for Roper Mountain Science Center’s new Environmental Science and Sustainability Center took place on September 5th. The 28,428 square foot facility is the first new educational building…
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SYNNEX & ScanSource raise $36,298 for Project HOPE Foundation
September 6, 2019SYNNEX Corporation and ScanSource raised $36,298 for Project HOPE Foundation at the 6th annual Pelham Cup charity golf tournament. The tournament took place on Saturday, August 24 at the Legacy…
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Staffing company Hire Dynamics opens eighth branch office in South Carolina
September 6, 2019
Hire Dynamics, recently ranked a “Best Place to Work” by the South Carolina Chamber of Commerce for the seventh consecutive year, announces the opening of its newest South Carolina location…
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