Furman University awards Heller Community Scholarships to 14 Greenville County Students
August 26, 2015GREENVILLE, SC – Furman University has awarded major scholarships to 14 graduates of Greenville County high schools for the 2015-16 academic year. The students are currently enrolled as freshmen at…
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El Galeón visits Charleston Maritime Center, offers tours
August 26, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – El Galeón, the breathtaking historically accurate reconstruction of a 170 foot 16th Century Spanish galleon, has arrived at the Charleston Maritime Center. The ship will be open…
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Berkeley County Schools sees increase in ACT scores
August 26, 2015MONCKS CORNER, SC – Berkeley County School District (BCSD) continues to maintain a steady performance on the ACT college admissions exam despite an 11 percent increase in test takers. The…
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14th Annual Palmetto Capital City Classic schedule of events
August 26, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – For the past 14 years, the Palmetto Capital City Classic (PCCC) has been the ultimate Historically Black College and University (HBCU) football experience. The Classic brings fans…
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BFGoodrich commercial truck tires introduce new extended warranty
August 26, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – BFGoodrich® Commercial Truck Tires is introducing an extended warranty for its commercial truck tires and casings, effective on claims filed on or after Sept. 1, 2015. Reflecting the brand’s…
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KEMET leads humanitarian program in Conflict-Free DRC mining community
August 26, 2015
Supply Deliveries and Ongoing Infrastructure Development Enhance Quality of Life for the People of Kisengo GREENVILLE, SC – KEMET Corporation, a leading global supplier of electronic components, announced that its Partnership…
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Remembering Columbia lecture series and book signing explores Columbia’s past
August 26, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – Historic Columbia announces the release of the new book, Remembering Columbia,with a four-part lecture series and book signings on Tuesdays, September 1, 8, 22, and 29, from 6:00…
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Furman among five undergraduate institutions to be awarded lectureship in chemical sciences
August 26, 2015GREENVILLE, SC – Furman University has been selected to receive a lectureship in the chemical sciences by the Camille and Henry Dreyfus Foundation. The university is one of five primarily…
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Organist and international concert artist, Stefan Engels, to perform at organ dedication and recital
August 26, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – On September 27, 2015, at 3:00 pm, Spring Valley Presbyterian Church will hold a service of dedication and recital for a new organ recently installed in the…
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Avison Young Office/Warehouse Lease – 480 Jessen Lane
August 26, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – Avison Young commercial real estate is pleased to announce that Courtney Marous represented Best Buy Blinds, Inc. in the leasing of a 2,000 SF office/warehouse space located…
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Will Johnson to present at the AIJA Annual Congress in London
August 26, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – Will Johnson, a shareholder in Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd’s Columbia, SC office, will present on United States taxation of foreign athletes and entertainers at the AIJA (International Association of…
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Richland County recognized by Cigna for commitment to employee health
August 26, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – Richland County has been named a Cigna Well-Being Award honoree for its commitment to improving the health and wellness of employees through its workplace programs. The award from…
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Shaw to expand South Carolina carpet fiber plant
August 26, 2015
$45 million investment to add fiber production capabilities . . COLUMBIA, SC – Shaw Industries, Inc. (Shaw) announced it is investing at least $45 million in its Lexington County, S.C. carpet…
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Leonard Fabrizio joins Brittons
August 26, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – Brittons announces that Leonard Fabrizio has joined the retailer as a men’s clothing consultant. Leonard brings more than 50 years of experience in better men’s clothing. “There…
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Lourie Center Executive Director Retires
August 26, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – The Lourie Center’s Board of Directors announced that Executive Director Mary Kessler is retiring, to be effective August 28, 2015. Ms Kessler has served as Executive Director…
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Studio 2LR, Inc. announces new hire
August 26, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – Studio 2LR announced that Joe Bowen, Associate AIA, has joined the architectural design team. Mr. Bowen earned his Bachelor of Science in Architecture, Bachelor of Architecture, and Master…
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Join The Cliffs for IMBIBE: Wine + Food Festival
August 26, 2015
WHAT: IMBIBE Wine + Food Festival is a ten day epicurean experience hosted by The Cliffs. All seven of The Cliffs’ communities will host events that incorporate wine dinners, live…
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Toucan Tuesday 2015 campaign gathers 4,214 pounds of food, enough to provide 3,241 meals
August 26, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – On Thursday, August 20 Harvest Hope Food Bank picked up the final bins of canned goods collected through our 2015 Toucan Tuesday partnership with Riverbanks Zoo & Garden.…
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Richland Two Board conducts superintendent evaluation
August 26, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – On Thursday, August 20, and Monday, August 24, 2015, the Richland School District Two Board of Trustees met to conduct Superintendent Dr. Debbie Hamm’s performance evaluation. This…
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S.C. Department of Commerce awarded grant to support export assistance programs
August 26, 2015
Programs have generated more than $7 million in export sales since 2011 . . COLUMBIA, SC – The South Carolina Department of Commerce has been awarded a State Trade and Export…
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Haley, Brownback Pledge Any Action Within Their Power To Stop Terrorist Transfers
August 26, 2015
“We Will Not Be Part Of Any Illegal Action By This Administration” COLUMBIA, SC – Governor Nikki Haley and Governor Sam Brownback of Kansas signed a letter to Secretary of…
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Security Federal Bank moves forward with new web presence
August 26, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – Since opening its first location in Aiken, SC in 1922, Security Federal Bank has grown into a strong community bank with 13 branches throughout South Carolina and Georgia…
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VA reaches historic milestone in backlog reduction
August 26, 2015
Disability Claims Backlog dips below 100K – Lowest Ever in VA’s History COLUMBIA, SC – The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) reached a significant milestone this week when the…
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10 Robinson McFadden attorneys named to Best Lawyers
August 26, 2015Ten Robinson McFadden lawyers were recently selected by their peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America® 2016. Lawyers on the Best Lawyers in America list are divided by…
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HouseLens partners with ERA Wilder Realty
August 26, 2015Professional video, 3D, and photos will supercharge ERA Wilder listings HouseLens, Inc., the nation’s largest provider of visual marketing solutions for real estate, is partnering with Columbia, SC-based ERA Wilder…
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Mogul establishing first North American operations in the Upstate
August 26, 2015
Company Investing $17.6 Million To Establish A Facility In Laurens County LAURENS COUNTY, SC – Mogul, a privately-owned company that focuses on the production of and sale of nonwovens, is…
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Mogul establishing first North American operations in the Upstate
August 26, 2015
Company Investing $17.6 Million To Establish A Facility In Laurens County LAURENS COUNTY, SC – Mogul, a privately-owned company that focuses on the production of and sale of nonwovens, is…
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Lexington County Sheriff’s Department to hold career seminar
August 26, 2015
LEXINGTON, SC – The Lexington County Sheriff’s Department will conduct a career seminar Sept. 8 at 10 a.m. in the department’s training center at 521 Gibson Road in Lexington. “This…
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Fisher & Phillips attorney admitted to National Black Lawyers Top 100
August 26, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – Darrious Baker, an attorney in the Columbia office of Fisher & Phillips LLP, has been admitted to The National Black Lawyers Top 100. The organization is composed of…
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Richland County Councilman invites the youth to the Annual Lower Richland Youth Summit
August 26, 2015
RICHLAND COUNTY, SC— Richland County Councilman Kelvin Washington of District 10 along with Richland County Park and Recreation Commission Chairwoman J, Marie Green and Pastor Sammy Wade invites Richland County’s…
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Security Federal Bank moves forward with new web presence
August 26, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – Since opening its first location in Aiken, SC in 1922, Security Federal Bank has grown into a strong community bank with 13 branches throughout South Carolina and Georgia…
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10 Robinson McFadden attorneys named to Best Lawyers
August 26, 2015
Ten Robinson McFadden lawyers were recently selected by their peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America® 2016. Lawyers on the Best Lawyers in America list are divided by…
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Studio 2LR, Inc. announces new hire
August 26, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – Studio 2LR announced that Joe Bowen, Associate AIA, has joined the architectural design team. Mr. Bowen earned his Bachelor of Science in Architecture, Bachelor of Architecture, and Master…
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Turner Padget’s Lanny Lambert Elected As Leader of the National Conference of Bar Presidents
August 26, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – Turner Padget Graham & Laney P.A. announces that Lanneau Wm. (“Lanny”) Lambert, Jr. has been elected as president of the National Conference of Bar Presidents (NCBP). Lambert, a…
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HouseLens partners with ERA Wilder Realty
August 26, 2015
Professional video, 3D, and photos will supercharge ERA Wilder listings HouseLens, Inc., the nation’s largest provider of visual marketing solutions for real estate, is partnering with Columbia, SC-based ERA Wilder…
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Benedict College scholar among White House HBCU All-Stars
August 25, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – The White House Initiative on Historically Black Colleges and Universities announced its 2015 HBCU All-Stars, which includes Vi’Dual Cornelius Futch, a sophomore mass communications major at Benedict…
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Smith, Columbia City Council candidate, files Ethics Report with Highest Recorded Initial Funds for Columbia City Council Race
August 25, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – Andy Smith, a candidate for City of Columbia’s Councilmember at-large seat in the November 3, 2015 general election, filed his first ethics report with the South Carolina State…
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A3 Communications recognized as an Inc. 5000 Fastest-Growing Company for third consecutive year
August 25, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – A3 Communications, Inc., one of America’s fastest growing systems integrators, has been recognized as a 2015 Inc. Magazine 500|5000 Fastest Growing Company for the third consecutive year.…
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Caldwell Commercial Sells 7535 Northside Drive
August 25, 2015CHARLESTON, SC – Bob Caldwell, SIOR and Shep Benjamin of Caldwell Commercial represented the Owner in the sale of a 1,961 SF medical office building located at 7535 Northside Drive…
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Caldwell Commercial Office Purchase – 7509 Northside Drive
August 25, 2015CHARLESTON, SC – Bob Caldwell, SIOR and Shep Benjamin of Caldwell Commercial represented the Buyer, JJNW Dentistry, LLC, in the purchase of 3,910 SF medical office building at 7509 Northside…
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Carolina Commercial, LLC Recent Transactions
August 25, 2015Eleventh Hour, LLC ADDRESS: 2575 Ashley River Road AREA: Charleston, SC TRANSACTION: Retail Sale BROKER: Dunston Powell, CCIM 4881 Rivers, LLC ADDRESS: 4881 Rivers Avenue AREA: North Charleston, SC…
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Ballou joins Morton & Gettys as senior counsel
August 25, 2015ROCK HILL, SC – Daniel J. Ballou, a veteran litigator with more than 20 years’ experience in South Carolina courts, has joined Morton & Gettys as senior counsel. Ballou has…
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Ballou joins Morton & Gettys as senior counsel
August 25, 2015
ROCK HILL, SC – Daniel J. Ballou, a veteran litigator with more than 20 years’ experience in South Carolina courts, has joined Morton & Gettys as senior counsel. Ballou has…
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Smith, Columbia City Council candidate, files Ethics Report with Highest Recorded Initial Funds for Columbia City Council Race
August 25, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – Andy Smith, a candidate for City of Columbia’s Councilmember at-large seat in the November 3, 2015 general election, filed his first ethics report with the South Carolina State…
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A3 Communications recognized as an Inc. 5000 Fastest-Growing Company for third consecutive year
August 25, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – A3 Communications, Inc., one of America’s fastest growing systems integrators, has been recognized as a 2015 Inc. Magazine 500|5000 Fastest Growing Company for the third consecutive year.…
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Lourie Center celebrates National Senior Center Month
August 24, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – Each September, the Lourie Center joins with other senior centers across the country and NCOA’s National Institute of Senior Centers (NISC) to celebrate National Senior Center Month.…
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A CIU Education: Best Bang for the Buck
August 24, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – For the second year in a row, Columbia International University is ranked #6 in the Southeast in the annual “Best Bang for the Buck” survey published by…
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Newmark Grubb Wilson Kibler celebrates its 28 year anniversary
August 24, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – Newmark Grubb Wilson Kibler announced that this month marks the 28th anniversary in business. Formed in 1987, Wilson Kibler, Inc. quickly grew into one of the largest…
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Terry Padalino joins the Padalino and Guram Team at Your World Real Estate
August 24, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – Your World Real Estate would like to welcome Terry Padalino into the fold. He is a multi-million dollar producer in real estate and never settles for less…
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S.C. Department of Commerce announces new Marketing and Communications Director
August 24, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – South Carolina Department of Commerce announced that Adrienne R. Fairwell, APR has joined the agency as marketing and communications director. Fairwell will lead the Department’s strategic marketing…
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