BEE Collective announces two Town Hall Events
April 10, 2024
The BEE Collective announces two community town hall events anchored by Black Maternal Health Week (April 11-17, 2024), in response to the release of a sobering report addressing South Carolina’s crisis of discriminatory…
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Study highlights Camp Hall’s value to region, state
April 10, 2024
Commerce park contributes billions in annual economic impact Santee Cooper today released a comprehensive impact study on Camp Hall Commerce Park, detailing the environmentally focused industrial park’s significant economic influence…
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Fripp Island Golf & Beach Resort selects Dye Designs Group for multi-million dollar Ocean Point Golf Course renovation
April 10, 2024
Plans include modernizing the layout with new design elements, a refreshed Clubhouse Fripp Island Golf & Beach Resort today announced plans to implement a multi-million dollar renovation initiative for its Ocean…
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U.S. News & World Report best Grad Schools rankings include multiple MUSC programs
April 10, 2024
U.S. News & World Report has released its 2024 rankings of the Best Graduate Schools in the country, focusing on outcomes. It includes multiple programs at the Medical University of…
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RBC Heritage, Palmetto Electric and Santee Cooper celebrate 16 years of green power
April 10, 2024
The RBC Heritage Presented by Boeing continues its impressive streak of environmental efforts by again teaming up with Palmetto Electric Cooperative and Santee Cooper to power the state’s largest sporting…
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Fire Rescue earns the 2023 Fire Safe South Carolina Community Designation award
April 10, 2024
Every year, Fire Safe South Carolina (FSSC) and its partners congratulate fire departments across the state on their active participation in developing community risk reduction plans. For the 5th consecutive…
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Johns Island’s newest pedestrian community announces business tenants
April 10, 2024
Vibrant Marketplace a Key Factor in Vision for Connected Neighborhood Hayes Park, Johns Island’s newest pedestrian focused community, has achieved a significant milestone in its creation of a live/work/socialize lifestyle.…
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North Charleston High School students become docents for Anne Frank Holocaust exhibit
April 10, 2024North Charleston High School students are honored to lead an educational Holocaust exhibit, centered on Anne Frank’s story, thanks to funding from Boeing and South Carolina Humanities. Following a two-day…
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CPI for all items rose 0.4% in March; shelter and gasoline up
April 10, 2024
The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) increased 0.4 percent in March on a seasonally adjusted basis, the same increase as in February, the U.S. Bureau of Labor…
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New Governor’s School program aims to bolster future film industry in South Carolina
April 9, 2024
Since 1999, the SC Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities has provided talented young artists with pre-professional training in creative writing, dance, drama, music and visual arts. In August…
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The Rock It! Co. launches new website for KIND of the Upstate
April 9, 2024
The Rock It! Co. has redeveloped the website for an amazing nonprofit serving the Upstate. KIND of the Upstate seeks to advocate for kindness, acceptance, and inclusion of people with…
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Charleston’s West Broad Street locale expands with new restaurants, retail offerings
April 8, 2024
The area surrounding Colonial Lake, located within downtown Charleston’s Harleston Village neighborhood, is currently experiencing a residential and retail renaissance, having recently welcomed new culinary, shopping and service offerings. At…
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Firefly celebrates major concert lineup with dedicated bourbon bottles
April 8, 2024
Artists including T-Pain, Mt. Joy and more will perform outdoor concerts from May through October Firefly Distillery, Charleston’s most popular distillery, today announced the largest lineup of artists to hit…
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Upcoming public engagement sessions for new Berkeley County Greenbelt Program
April 8, 2024
Seeking input on protecting land and improving outdoor recreation This month, Berkeley County Government is hosting three more public engagement sessions on its new Greenbelt Program. Community members will have the…
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Dorchester County Veterans Affairs implements policy change to enhance service efficiency
April 8, 2024
Dorchester County Veterans Affairs (DCVA) announces a policy update effective April 15, 2024, with the goal of optimizing service delivery for Dorchester County veterans. In alignment with neighboring counties, DCVA…
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Upcoming public engagement sessions on new Berkeley County Greenbelt Program
April 8, 2024
Seeking input on protecting land and improving outdoor recreation Berkeley County Government is hosting three more public engagement sessions this month on its new Greenbelt Program. Community members will have…
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Trident United Way and Transformation Table Lowcountry announce new partnership
April 8, 2024
Trident United Way to sponsor Transformation Table Lowcountry’s 2024 Home-Based Dinners Trident United Way and Transformation Table announced a new partnership supporting Transformation Table Lowcountry’s 2024 monthly home-based dinner series,…
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Southeastern Wildlife Exposition (SEWE): Celebrating success in 2024 and charting a course for the future
April 8, 2024
The Southeastern Wildlife Exposition (SEWE) is reporting positive preliminary numbers after hosting its 42nd annual event, February 16 – 18, 2024, to promote wildlife and nature art and conservation. The…
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Chernoff Newman welcomes industry veteran Dan Jividen as new creative lead
April 7, 2024
Chernoff Newman, a leading integrated marketing and communications agency in the Southeast, has named Dan Jividen as its new Group Creative Director. Jividen is an advertising industry veteran with previous…
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Joanne Brady joins First Reliance as Branch Manager
April 4, 2024
First Reliance announced that Joanne Brady has joined the company as Branch Manager for the West Columbia branch in South Carolina. She will oversee the daily branch operations and be…
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CAMS hires David Raber as director of accounting services
April 4, 2024
CAMS (Community Association Management Services) announced the hiring of David Raber as director of accounting services. Raber brings 20 years of accounting and finance experience to the table, having served…
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Licensures for lawfully present workforce will boost S.C. economy, help solve workforce shortages
April 4, 2024
Allowing 5,500 legally authorized workers in South Carolina to be eligible for professional and occupational licenses could add up to $67.7 million additional economic output to the state economy and…
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Surprise At Surrender Rock
April 3, 2024
By Tom Poland A Sunday before Christmas it was. With the gifts all wrapped, I had a bit of time. I wanted to see the monument where Mayor T.J.…
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Kozick joins MGC’s Charleston office
April 3, 2024
Law firm McAngus Goudelock & Courie (MGC) announced the addition of attorney Stephen Kozick to their Charleston office, with a practice focused on construction, litigation and products liability. Prior to…
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Justin P. Powell confirmed by the South Carolina Senate to serve as Secretary of Transportation
April 3, 2024
Today, the South Carolina Senate confirmed Justin P. Powell to serve as the next Secretary of Transportation. Powell was appointed by the South Carolina Department of Transportation Commission to serve…
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Santee Cooper celebrates 90 years of serving South Carolinians
April 3, 2024
Ninety years ago this week, South Carolina Governor Ibra Blackwood inked his signature on the bill passed by the Legislature that established the South Carolina Public Service Authority, known today…
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Synovus introduces Accelerate Pay for business payments
April 3, 2024
Synovus has launched AccelerateTM Pay, a new payment solution that enables commercial banking clients to initiate account payable payments in several different payment types while minimizing the use of checks. The…
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Marinemax Charleston announces new upcoming showroom
April 3, 2024
MarineMax Charleston is thrilled to announce the upcoming groundbreaking of its new showroom and dealership. Located on Sportsman Island Drive in Daniel Island, it will open its doors in Spring…
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Caledonia, True Blue welcome 38 College Golf Teams from across America
April 3, 2024
Men’s and women’s golf teams from Florida to California have descended on Caledonia Golf & Fish Club and True Blue Golf Club, two of America’s top 100 resort courses, to…
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The Beach Company honored with three AAF Midlands Annual Advertising Awards
April 3, 2024
The Beach Company announced it has been honored with three American Advertising Federation (AAF) Midlands Advertising Awards. The Charleston-based leader in residential and commercial real estate brokerage, development and property…
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Turn90 secures $2M seed funding from MacKenzie Scott’s Yield Giving for its innovative therapeutic social enterprise
April 3, 2024
In a country that incarcerates more people than any other nation in the world, Turn90, a South Carolina-based nonprofit, has been awarded a transformative $2 million grant from MacKenzie Scott’s…
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International African American Museum offers a new twist to spring break for college coeds
April 3, 2024
International African American Museum takes a novel approach to spring break In early March, the International African American Museum (IAAM) welcomed students from the College of Charleston, Benedict College, and…
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Charleston County Public Information Officer joins NP Strategy
April 2, 2024
Kelsey Barlow is the 8th Former Journalist on the 25-Member Team NP Strategy, a strategic communications firm providing crisis, media and public relations assistance, expands its Lowcountry presence with the…
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Walmart and Sam’s Club Fight Hunger. Spark Change Campaign returns to coastal South Carolina to help people who face hunger
April 2, 2024
Taking place in stores and online, the 11th annual campaign supports local hunger relief efforts Now in its 11th year, this campaign has helped generate funds for Feeding America and…
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Tri County Cradle to Career Collaborative announces CEO
April 2, 2024
Tri County Cradle to Career Collaborative (TCCC) introduced Mr. Aaron Jones as its new Chief Executive Officer. With over three decades of experience in strategic, operational, and fiscal management, Aaron…
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Follow the North Star highlights search for freedom
April 2, 2024
Special exhibition explores the African American journey The International African American Museum (IAAM) will host the world premier of a special exhibition highlighting the African American search for freedom and self-determination.…
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Justin Strickland, First Reliance Bank President, joins Lexington Medical Center as Vice Chair
April 2, 2024
Justin Strickland, President of First Reliance, has been appointed Vice Chair of the Lexington Medical Center Board of Directors. The Lexington Medical Center Board of Directors shares a commitment to…
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SCRA announces new Member Company and grant funding
April 2, 2024
Katalyst Corporation was accepted as a South Carolina Research Authority Member Company. FireGator, Lumiq, Notey, Ortho-Dx, and SkilRedi received new grant funding. All SCRA Member Companies receive coaching and access…
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City of Charleston Mayor’s Office for Children, Youth, and Families facilitates surveys to address childcare challenges
April 1, 2024
The City of Charleston Mayor’s Office for Children, Youth, and Families (MOCYF) is taking a proactive approach to tackle the critical challenges surrounding childcare accessibility, affordability, and continuity. Spearheading the…
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Wragg Square renovation unveiled: A living tribute to community resilience and heritage
April 1, 2024
The Charleston Parks Conservancy and the City of Charleston announced the completion of the 2024 renovation of Wragg Square, 342 Meeting St., marking its ascent to world-class park status. The transformation…
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James A. “Chip” Bruorton IV, Esq. named co-managing member of Rosen Hagood, LLC
April 1, 2024
James A. “Chip” Bruorton IV, Esq. has been named co-managing member of Rosen Hagood, LLC. Mr. Bruorton assumes the role previously held by H. Brewton Hagood, Esq. Mr. Hagood will…
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Hana Chief Operations Officer named to SAME Leader Development Class
April 1, 2024
Hana Engineers and Consultants Chief Operations Officer Christina Jettie, PE, has been named to the 2024-2025 class of the Society of American Military Engineers Leader Development Program. The trade association’s…
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The Citadel Directors’ Institute
April 1, 2024
The Tommy and Victoria Baker School of Business will host The Citadel Directors’ Institute – a one-day program designed for public and private company corporate directors and their executives –…
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The Citadel Regimental Band and Pipes to perform at The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo in 2024
March 29, 2024
This August, The Citadel Regimental Band and Pipes will proudly represent the United States for the fourth time as the country’s designated military band performing at The Royal Edinburgh Military…
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Celebrating South Carolina Women
March 28, 2024By Alan Cooper Publisher, Who’s On The Move MidlandsBiz, UpstateBizSC, LowcountryBizSC Back in the beginning of March, I spoke on the South Carolina Business Review about Women’s History Month and…
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Special exhibition at the International African American Museum highlights search for freedom
March 28, 2024
The International African American Museum (IAAM) will host the world premier of a special exhibition highlighting the African American search for freedom and self-determination. Entitled Follow the North Star: Freedom…
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NAI Charleston adds Brenda McLaughlin to growing brokerage team
March 28, 2024
NAI Charleston to welcome Brenda McLaughlin to the brokerage team as a commercial real estate agent. After earning her B.S. from Kent State University, Brenda transitioned from the banking industry…
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Turn90 to receive Riley Institute statewide partners in progress award recognizing landmark achievement
March 28, 2024
The prison re-entry program will be recognized with the OneSouthCarolina Partners in Progress Award during the Building OneSouthCarolina Forum on May 15 in Columbia. Furman University’s Riley Institute has announced…
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Alumnus inaugurated as CSU’s fourth president
March 28, 2024
Charleston Southern University inaugurated B. Keith Faulkner as the university’s fourth president Monday, March 25 in a service in Lightsey Chapel. Faulkner was unanimously elected by the Board of Trustees…
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SCDOT Commission honors Secretary Hall with interchange dedication
March 28, 2024
The South Carolina Department of Transportation’s Commission honored Secretary Christy Hall with the dedication of the interchange of I-20 and I-26 in Columbia as the “Secretary Christy A. Hall P.E.…
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