2015 Columbia Choice Awards call for entries
September 29, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – The Columbia Tree and Appearance Commission and Columbia Green present the 14th Annual Columbia Choice Awards for Landscaping and Beautification. These prestigious awards recognize individuals, businesses, neighborhoods…
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Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina Awards $129,500 to 10 Community Enrichment Grantees
September 29, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – The Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina recently awarded ten Community Enrichment grants totaling $129,500.00, bringing the Foundation Community Enrichment total to $344,078.52 for the year. The Community…
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Walmart Foundation Grant Supports Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Columbia
September 29, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC- Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Columbia is excited to announce receiving a grant from the Walmart Foundation’s Community Giving Program through their Store 4506 at 321 Killian…
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Ivey Jacops Joins Coldwell Banker Caine in Greenville
September 29, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Coldwell Banker Caine recently welcomed Ivey Jacops as a residential sales agent to its Greenville office. Prior to joining Coldwell Banker Caine, Jacops worked as a Financial Analyst…
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County to provide information regarding blighted residential structures during next Belton City Council Meeting
September 29, 2015
BELTON, SC – Anderson County will provide information during the Belton City Council meeting on Tuesday, October 6, 2015 at 7:00 PM at the Belton City Hall located at 306…
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Fall for Greenville delights foodies with weekend of flavor October 8-11
September 29, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Fall for Greenville presented by Pepsi and OneMain Financial returns to downtown Greenville with signature tastes from 40 different restaurants. This year’s festival will kick off Thursday night,…
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Myrtle Beach Realtor® Terry White receives 2015 Distinguished Service Award
September 29, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – Terry White, South Carolina REALTOR® (SCR) member and owner of White Realty in Myrtle Beach, received the association’s Distinguished Service Award at its 2015 annual conference and…
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Motley Rice LLC files class action lawsuits in eight states on behalf of Volkswagen owners and lessees
September 29, 2015
MT. PLEASANT, SC – Motley Rice LLC, one of the nation’s largest plaintiffs’ firms, has filed class actions in eight states for alleged consumer fraud and breach of contract regarding…
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Galt joins OnPoint CFO & Controller Services Team
September 29, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – OnPoint CFO & Controller Services recently welcomed Dan Galt to their team as Senior Accountant. In his new role, he will oversee the daily finance activity for…
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AZA grants accreditation to Riverbanks Zoo and Garden
September 29, 2015SILVER SPRING, MD – The Association of Zoos & Aquariums (AZA) today announced that Riverbanks Zoo and Garden was granted accreditation by AZA’s independent Accreditation Commission. “The Association of Zoos…
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Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announces top producers for August
September 29, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS® announces the top producers from each of its residential sales offices for August. These are the agents and teams with…
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NAI Avant brokers sales of ±1.2 acres on Burning Tree Drive in Columbia
September 29, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – NAI Avant senior brokers Bobby Hathaway and Campbell Kreps recently facilitated the sale of ±1.2 acres off Burning Tree Drive in Columbia, SC. Hathaway and Kreps represented the…
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USC joins coalition to improve admissions process
September 29, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – The University of South Carolina is among a diverse coalition of public and private colleges and universities coming together with the goal of improving the college admission…
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Mayor Steve Benjamin to announce headliner for Columbia, S.C.’s Famously Hot New Year celebration on Oct. 8th
September 29, 2015
Discover the New Year on South Carolina’s Main Street COLUMBIA, SC — Mayor Steve Benjamin and Famously Hot New Year (FHNY) will announce the national headliner for Famously Hot New…
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United Ministries announces new name and look for October 25th signature event
September 28, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – United Ministries is pleased to introduce the new name and look of its signature community-wide fundraising walk, the result of the organization’s rebranding of the event. Known as…
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Richland County issues a Notice to Proceed for Intersections Improvement Project
September 28, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – The Richland Penny Program is pleased to announce C.R. Jackson, Inc. was issued a Notice to Proceed for an 18-month, $9 million contract for six design/build intersection improvements…
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Columbia Chamber honors six at 113th Annual Gala
September 28, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – On September 24, 2015, the Columbia Chamber had the distinct honor of celebrating six outstanding individuals at the 113th Annual Gala, presented by BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina.…
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Rotary District 7770 awards three Ambassadorial Global Scholars
September 28, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – District 7770 recently awarded scholarships to three new Ambassadorial Global Scholars for a year of graduate study overseas. Ambassadorial Global Scholars pursue studies which offer sustainable, high-impact…
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Circle of Excellence award winner: Todd P. Garrett, CCIM, SIOR
September 28, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – The Charleston, SC office of Avison Young announced that Todd P. Garrett, CCIM, SIOR was recognized by Avison Young as a 2014 Circle of Excellence Affiliate Winner…
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SC Bar Foundation seeks young lawyers for Ambassador program
September 28, 2015COLUMBIA, SC — The South Carolina Bar Foundation is seeking young attorneys interested in a leadership position to become Bar Foundation Ambassadors. The Foundation launched the Ambassador program in January…
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Midlands Mediation Center announces new Executive Director
September 28, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – The Midlands Mediation Center, a conflict resolution organization serving the Midlands of South Carolina since 1998, announces the selection of Sondra D. Stephenson, J.D. as its new executive…
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Mitsubishi Polyester Film expanding Upstate Operations
September 28, 2015
Company Investing $100 Million To Expand Production Capacity At Greer, S.C. Facility . GREER, SC – Mitsubishi Polyester Film, Inc. one of the world’s largest suppliers of polyester film, is…
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Mayor Steve Benjamin to announce headliner for Columbia, S.C.’s Famously Hot New Year celebration on Oct. 8th
September 28, 2015Discover the New Year on South Carolina’s Main Street COLUMBIA, SC — Mayor Steve Benjamin and Famously Hot New Year (FHNY) will announce the national headliner for Famously Hot New…
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IntelliSystems and Avaya host telecommunications “Lunch and Learn”
September 28, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – IntelliSystems and Avaya are holding a Lunch and Learn on Thursday, October 8th from 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM at the IntelliSystems office at 140 Stoneridge Drive,…
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Dr. Katie Stroud Bullwinkel joins Pitner Orthodontics
September 28, 2015
IRMO, SC – Dr. Leslie Pitner, owner of Pitner Orthodontics, announced that Dr. Katie Stroud Bullwinkel has joined Pitner Orthodontics as an associate. Dr. Katie Bullwinkel is a native…
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Bobbitt constructs dental practice in historic Columbia building
September 28, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – Bobbitt Design Build recently completed construction on Columbia Smiles’ second high-end dental practice, which is located in the Historic Keenan Building at 1310 Lady St. in downtown…
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Renewable Water Resources sweeps debris from the Reedy River
September 28, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Renewable Water Resources employees and volunteers took part in the 27th annual Statewide Beach Sweep/River Sweep last weekend. Each year thousands of people volunteer for the Sweep,…
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Phillips Staffing honors contributions of temporary and contract workers to Georgia, South Carolina economies
September 28, 2015
Firm plans celebrations, honors during National Staffing Employee Week Sept. 28 – October 4, 2015 GREENVILLE, SC – Phillips Staffing, one of South Carolina’s largest and fastest-growing staffing and human…
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United Community Bank commits to growing SBA manufacturing lending with new manager
September 28, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – United Community Bank continues to strengthen their specialized lending division by welcoming Paul Pickhardt as SBA Manufacturing Vertical Manager. Pickhardt, a veteran SBA lender with manufacturing experience, will…
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EDTS honored among elite IT performers on North American list
September 28, 2015
CRN Names EDTS to 2015 Fast Growth 150 Ranking of Fastest Growing IT Solution Providers GREENVILLE, SC – The Channel Company has issued its 2015 CRN® Fast Growth 150 list,…
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Dancing with the Carolina Stars returns for a sixth year of world class dancing and fundraising
September 28, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Capitalizing on the popularity of the hit TV show “Dancing with the Stars,” local human service organization Senior Action will be staging its 6th Annual “Dancing with the…
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SYNNEX Corporation to host its 2015 Inspire Conference North America in Greenville, SC
September 28, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – SYNNEX Corporation (NYSE: SNX), a Fortune 300 technology solutions company with its US distribution headquarters located in Greenville, South Carolina, today announced that it will host its…
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SC Bar names Elizabeth R. Hamilton Pro Bono Program Director
September 28, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC —The SC Bar welcomed Elizabeth R. Hamilton as the new Pro Bono Program Director in August. Hamilton comes to the Bar from Charleston School of Law, where she…
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Association of Fundraising Professionals announces 2015 National Philanthropy Day Winners
September 28, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – The SC Central Carolina Chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) will honor the finest achievements of the philanthropic community in the Midlands at the 25th…
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History made twice as $1.25 Million Gift is announced at the Inauguration of Midlands Technical College First Alumnus President
September 28, 2015
COLUMBIA, S.C. – In a historical day for Midlands Technical College (MTC), Dr. Ronald L. Rhames was inaugurated today as the first alumnus president of Midlands Technical College. He is…
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Town of Lexington decommissioning Coventry Woods Wastewater Plant
September 28, 2015
LEXINGTON, SC – The Town of Lexington is hosting a decommission press conference on Monday, October 5, 2015 at 10:30am at the Coventry Woods Wastewater Plant, located at 1000 Mallard…
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City of Columbia Art Center offers fall workshops
September 28, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – The City of Columbia Art Center is offering several workshops during the fall. Workshops include: The Learn to Draw Comics Workshop will take students ages 8-14 through…
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Richland County Councilwoman to host community meeting on Spears Creek Wastewater Discharge
September 28, 2015
RICHLAND COUNTY, SC – Richland County Councilwoman Julie-Ann Dixon of District Nine is hosting a town hall meeting to discuss a request from Palmetto Utilities to discharge 6 million gallons/day…
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Proforma Impact Print & Promo hires Marketing Specialist Neil Nadkarni
September 28, 2015
LEXINGTON, SC – Proforma Impact Print & Promo, a local creative marketing agency, has recently announced Neil Nadkarni will join its team as the newest Marketing Specialist. Nadkarni will help…
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Bennett Hospitality gifts $50,000 in honor of Emanuel AME Church
September 28, 2015College of Charleston scholarship open to contributions CHARLESTON, SC – Bennett Hospitality, a locally owned, full-service real estate company is pleased to announce a grant to the College of Charleston…
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Crafty Feast announces vendor list for December 13, 2015 Indie Craft Fair
September 28, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – Crafty Feast, the Midlands’ largest independent craft fair, has released the jury-selected vendor list for its seventh annual, one-day-only market, featuring exclusive and funky handmade items by artists…
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SAMS Club recognizes Burns Elementary teachers with surprise thank you event
September 28, 2015CHARLESTON, SC – Teachers at Edmund A. Burns Elementary School headed to media center Wednesday thinking they were about to have a meeting with the principal. What they didn’t know…
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EDTS honored among elite IT performers on North American list
September 28, 2015
CRN Names EDTS to 2015 Fast Growth 150 Ranking of Fastest Growing IT Solution Providers COLUMBIA and AIKEN, SC – The Channel Company has issued its 2015 CRN® Fast Growth…
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Phillips Staffing honors contributions of temporary and contract workers to Georgia, South Carolina economies
September 28, 2015
Firm plans celebrations, honors during National Staffing Employee Week Sept. 28 – October 4, 2015 COLUMBIA and AIKEN, SC – Phillips Staffing, one of South Carolina’s largest and fastest-growing staffing…
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Crafty Feast announces vendor list for December 13, 2015 Indie Craft Fair
September 28, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – Crafty Feast, the Midlands’ largest independent craft fair, has released the jury-selected vendor list for its seventh annual, one-day-only market, featuring exclusive and funky handmade items by artists…
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Bobbitt constructs dental practice in historic Columbia building
September 28, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – Bobbitt Design Build recently completed construction on Columbia Smiles’ second high-end dental practice, which is located in the Historic Keenan Building at 1310 Lady St. in downtown…
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EdVenture awarded $15,000 from Ingersoll Rand Charitable Foundation
September 27, 2015
Grant Supports STEAM Camp For Girls and Columbia Mini Maker Faire COLUMBIA, SC – EdVenture Children’s Museum is pleased to announce the award of a $15,000 grant from Ingersoll…
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Richland One Volunteer wins South Carolina Governor’s Volunteer Award
September 27, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – On any given day at Carver-Lyon Elementary School, volunteer Keith Kennedy will be just about everywhere – from tutoring second-graders and stuffing backpacks with food for students…
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Good Shepherd Lutheran Church Foundation awards grant supports Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Columbia
September 26, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Columbia is honored to announce receiving the Good Shepherd Foundation grant from the Good Shepherd Lutheran Church. The Good Shepherd Foundation…
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Hogwarts takes over Harbison Theatre at Midlands Technical College for The Magical Music of Harry Potter
September 25, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – South Carolina Philharmonic performs scores from Harry Potter films on Sunday, Oct. 11, 2015; guests encouraged to don house robes and bring wands Fans of the classic…
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