VetIQ Petcare Wellness Center comes to Lexington Walmart Supercenter
February 24, 2020
Walk-in preventive veterinary service center offers a convenient and affordable way to take care of your pet wellness needs High-quality, convenient and affordable preventive veterinary services are now available for…
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CSU named to 2020-2021 Military Friendly® Schools List
February 24, 2020
The Military Friendly® Schools list for the 2020-2021 academic year includes Charleston Southern University. CSU is currently educating 228 veterans and 114 veteran dependents. Paula Charls, veterans services coordinator and…
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Lexington District One pursues land for new district Transportation Facility
February 24, 2020
During the Feb. 18, 2020 Board Meeting, the Lexington County School District One Board of Trustees accepted the administration’s recommendation to enter into option agreements related to land needed to…
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Boating Magazine names Lake Murray a top-10 boating destination
February 24, 2020Two times in a decade, in 2011 and 2020, Boating Magazine has named Lake Murray one of the Top 10 Places to Live and Boat. “The Capital City/Lake Murray Country…
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BJU students raise over $185,000 for Mobile Medical Unit
February 24, 2020
For Bob Jones University’s annual Bible Conference offering fundraising campaign, BJU students spearheaded multiple fundraising efforts to raise $150,000 to purchase a Save the Storks mobile medical unit for Carolina Pregnancy Center in Spartanburg,…
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Gov. McMaster’s invitation to the Mullikin Law Carolina Cup
February 24, 2020
CAMDEN, S.C. – South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster is inviting one-and-all to attend this year’s 86th-running of the Carolina Cup. “[The Carolina Cup] is being sponsored by Tom and Virginia…
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2020 NEEDTOBREATHE Classic welcomes pro athletes, musicians to Daniel Island
February 24, 2020
Recording artists Chris Tomlin, Echosmith and David Nail will join NEEDTOBREATHE for the 2020 NEEDTOBREATHE Classic golf tournament and concert on Daniel Island. The sold-out celebrity golf tournament, auction and…
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abatUS establishes new operations in South Carolina to serve Southeastern markets
February 24, 2020
abatUS, a subsidiary of Bremen, Germany-based abat AG and sister company of Adah International, today announced new operations in Greenville County to serve its expanding Southeastern markets. The company’s $10…
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Carolina Springs Middle counseling program earns national designation
February 24, 2020Carolina Springs Middle School is one of only 39 schools in 15 states to receive Recognized ASCA Model Program (RAMP) designation this year from the American School Counselor Association. CSMS…
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Sixty-three top 100 players headline loaded Dustin Johnson World Junior Golf Championship Field
February 24, 2020The fifth annual Dustin Johnson World Junior Golf Championship, which will be played Feb. 28 – March 1 at TPC Myrtle Beach, will feature a 90-player field that is the strongest…
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Athletic Trainer honored for dedication to students and the profession
February 24, 2020
White Knoll High School Head Athletic Trainer Sheila Gordon recently received the Most Distinguished Athletic Trainer Award from the Mid-Atlantic Athletic Trainers’ Association (MAATA). The prestigious honor recognizes qualified MAATA members…
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Colliers Report: Greenville-Spartanburg pre-leased retail construction deliveries are expected into 2020
February 24, 2020
Research & Forecast Report Q4-2019 GREENVILLE-SPARTANBURG | RETAIL Key Takeaways Construction is often delivering pre-leased and the Greenville-Spartanburg retail market should expect this trend to continue throughout the…
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Free standing office building for sale or for lease
February 24, 2020
3900 LEEDS AVENUE 13,575 SF building on 1.24 acres with 70 parking spaces. Great North Charleston location with immediate access to I-526. There is approximately 1,500 SF of conditioned warehouse…
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New digital marketing agency in Columbia
February 24, 2020
Grow! By ERG is now open and providing clients with digital marketing services. Grow! by ERG has brought together a team of marketing mavens from across the U.S. with 20+…
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Greystar welcomes residents to Laureat in Fort Lauderdale, FL
February 24, 2020
Premier Luxury High-Rise Provides Residents with Prime Access to the Iconic Las Olas Boulevard and Downtown Fort Lauderdale CHARLESTON, SC & FORT LAUDERDALE, FL – Greystar Real Estate Partners, LLC,…
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Midlands IHOPs celebrate National Pancake Day for Prisma Health Children’s Hospital—Midlands
February 24, 2020
On Tuesday, February 25, IHOP locations in the Midlands will serve their world-famous, freshly-made pancakes for the kids! Dine in from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., receive a free short…
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Real Men Love to Read
February 24, 2020
By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Sheriff Leon Lott [Pictured here] is reading to a class at Columbia’s Meadowfield Elementary School during the REAL MEN LOVE TO READ event, Fri. Feb.…
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A Roadmap to Your Savings Journey
February 24, 2020
By Curtis Loftis South Carolina State Treasurer Saving money can be like driving a car. Your desired destination may be near or far, the direction you choose might change,…
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701 Center for Contemporary Art presents Kent Ambler: Into the Wood
February 24, 2020
701 Center for Contemporary Art: 701 Whaley St., 2nd Floor, Columbia, SC 29201 Opening Reception: Thursday, March 12, 7 – 8:30 pm Artist Talk: Thursday, March 12, 6:30 pm Exhibition: March…
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Statehouse Update – February 24, 2020
February 24, 2020The following is courtesy of Public Education Partners based in Greenville. They publish a bimonthly primer on all the policy action at the Statehouse. Bills We’re Watching The Santee Cooper…
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The Samuels Law Firm announces new name, new partner
February 24, 2020
Founding attorney Stephen Samuels of The Samuels Law Firm announced that personal injury lawyer Jason Reynolds has been named full partner, creating the Samuels Reynolds Law Firm. Reynolds joined…
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Virginia Department of Game and Inland Fisheries selects UniComm Media Group to reach the Hispanic community
February 24, 2020
UniComm Media Group (UMG), a full service, advertising agency with Hispanic marketing capabilities, was contracted to create a state-wide digital awareness campaign for the Virginia Department of Game and Inland…
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Seabrook Golf Tournament to support Alzheimer’s & dementia services
February 24, 2020
Respite Care Charleston’s 16th Annual MORE.GOOD.DAYS. Golf Tournament will be held Monday, April 20, 2020 at the Seabrook Island Club’s Crooked Oaks course. Proceeds from the event will help the…
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Conservative leader, Brenda Stewart, announces run for Laurens County Council, District 7 seat
February 24, 2020
Long-time Clinton resident, Brenda Stewart has announced that she will run for Laurens County Council, District 7 seat in this year’s election. Stewart is a well-known community leader and life-long…
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AVX and Kyocera enter into merger agreement
February 24, 2020
AVX and Kyocera Enter Into Merger Agreement: Kyocera to Acquire all of the Outstanding Shares of AVX that it Does Not Own for $21.75 per Share in Cash FOUNTAIN INN,…
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Sticky Fingers Mt. Pleasant Leap Day Pig Roast with new head pitmaster, Clint Cantwell!
February 23, 2020
Pig Roast features delicious eats, live music, and a meet-n-greet with Sticky Fingers’ new pitmaster Sticky Fingers Ribhouse is taking their swine dining outdoors on Saturday, February 29 for a…
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Colonial Life names three new leaders to support customer experience
February 23, 2020
Three new leaders have been named to help lead Colonial Life’ efforts to serve millions of policyholders and their family members. Stephanie Ek, Annette Hill and Tariq Mirza will lead…
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South Carolina Retailers donate nearly $89,000 for hunger relief
February 23, 2020
Cash and Product Donations Support the Mission of Feeding the Carolinas The South Carolina Retail Association (http://scretail.org) and its retail member companies presented $89,000 in product and cash contributions to…
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Greenville Housing Authority welcomes a new CEO
February 22, 2020
Shawn R. Williams was recently selected as the new CEO of the Greenville Housing Authority. Commissioners for the Greenville Housing Authority (TGHA) announce the selection of Shawn R. Williams as…
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UofSC announces new Vice President for Diversity and Inclusion
February 21, 2020
The University of South Carolina announced Julian R. Williams will serve as its first vice president for diversity, equity and inclusion. Williams, who most recently served as vice president of…
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FUEL opens Q2 grant applications for Greenville non-profits
February 21, 2020
FUEL, a marketing agency in downtown Greenville, SC, specializing in digital and traditional services, has opened the application process for the second quarter grant program. The FUEL for Good Quarterly…
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Major Price Reduction
February 21, 2020
Free standing building for sale in high profile area, across from Berlin’s on King Street. 1st floor is a retail/commercial space. The 2nd floor consists of three apartments (2 studios…
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Reid Davis, CCIM, SIOR, Pete Harper, CCIM, and Cameron Yost leased 15,000 SF in North Charleston
February 21, 2020
Charleston Office Advisors of Lee & Associates Charleston, LLC and the owners of 3860 Faber Place Drive want to congratulate Cambridge International Systems, Inc. on their recent lease renewal at…
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Blackbaud launches Innovation Partnership with Chief Executives for Corporate Purpose
February 21, 2020
Blackbaud announces a new Innovation Partnership with Chief Executives for Corporate Purpose (CECP) to support companies’ corporate social responsibility (CSR) efforts. This first-of-its-kind partnership will create opportunities for Blackbaud customers and…
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Kopis named Greenville Chamber Small Business of the Year
February 21, 2020
One of South Carolina’s leading software technology companies has been named the 2019 Greenville Chamber of Commerce Small Business of the Year. Founded in 1999, Kopis has deep roots in the…
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Garvin Design Group clients, firm win Columbia Chamber Impact Awards
February 21, 2020Garvin Design Group clients Hendrix and Downtown Church were presented with the Columbia Chamber’s Golden Nail at this year’s Impact Awards on February 20th. The Columbia Chamber named Garvin Design…
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D. Michael Wilson resigns as CEO of Ingevity; Chairman Richard Kelson appointed interim CEO
February 21, 2020
NORTH CHARLESTON, SC – Ingevity Corporation announced that Ingevity’s board of directors and D. Michael Wilson agreed that he would resign as president, CEO, and a director, effective immediately. The…
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PC Matic awarded ‘2020 Cybersecurity Excellence Award’ for anti-malware solution
February 21, 2020
PC Matic, the world’s only 100% American-made antivirus software, announced being the recipient of a “2020 Cybersecurity Excellence Award” for its anti-malware solution, PC Matic Pro. PC Matic Pro was…
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Business & community leaders honored at the Greenville Chamber’s 131st Annual Meeting
February 21, 2020
The Greenville Chamber held its 131st Annual Meeting on Thursday, February 20, 2020 at the Greenville Convention Center. The event, presented by TD Bank, featured the Chamber’s reflection of 2019 successes,…
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Niagara Bottling establishing operations in Florence County
February 21, 2020
More Than $70 Million Investment to Create 70 New Jobs Niagara Bottling, a leading beverage manufacturer in the U.S., announced plans to establish operations in Florence County. The company’s more…
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Lowcountry Food Bank President & CEO announces plan to retire
February 20, 2020
The Lowcountry Food Bank’s Board of Directors Chairperson, Shelley Yuhas, announced that President and CEO, Pat Walker, will retire this year. The Lowcountry Food Bank Board of Directors will begin…
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The Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired South Carolina raises $246,000 during annual blind dining event
February 20, 2020
The Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired South Carolina (SC) raised a record-breaking $246,000 during Noir, a blind dining experience. Guests gathered for the 6th annual event at Memminger…
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Mary Poppins Flies Back in to Town Theatre March 13 – 29
February 20, 2020
Town Theatre – March 13 – 29 Things are not going well for the Banks family. Children Michael and Jane are out of control and have run off yet another…
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D’Alberto & Graham moving to temporary Devine Street location
February 20, 2020D’Alberto & Graham Attorneys & Advisors will move into temporary offices at 2231 Devine St., Suite 100, Columbia, SC, 29205, beginning Monday, Feb. 24. The firm’s mailing address will remain,…
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Pete Harper, CCIM, Reid Davis, CCIM, SIOR, and Cameron Yost leased 2,500 SF in Mt. Pleasant
February 20, 2020
The Charleston Office Advisors of Lee & Associates Charleston represented the Tenant, Charleston Children’s Therapy Center in the lease of 2,500 SF of office space located at 3040 Hwy 17…
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BRIGHT+CO CEO Jennifer Sutton honored as 2020 Woman of Influence
February 20, 2020
BRIGHT+CO Marketing Founder and Chief Executive Officer Jennifer Sutton has been recognized as one of the Upstate South Carolina region’s Women of Influence by GSA Business Report. Nominated by readers…
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Governor presents Tourism Achievement Awards at conference
February 20, 2020
In an awards luncheon at the Governor’s Conference on Tourism and Travel, Governor Henry McMaster recognized people and places who made significant contributions to tourism in South Carolina. The industry’s…
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Second annual high school film festival set for March 13-14 in Blythewood
February 20, 2020
Success breeds success. And so it is that the second annual Doko Film Fest, to be held in Blythewood March 13 and 14, will be bigger and better than the…
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Reedy River Duck Derby upping its game to 12,000 ducks
February 20, 2020
After surpassing 10,000 ducks adopted the past two years, the Rotary Club of the Reedy River Greenville is raising its goal to 12,000 in 2020. That means more opportunities for…
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Kline Property receives commercial development incentive approval
February 20, 2020Hotels, retail, office and structured parking planned for key downtown intersection With final approval granted by Richland County Council during their February 18th meeting, the former Kline Iron & Steel…
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