Play With Your City 2019 winning design announced
July 25, 2019Pond & Company wins design competition The Columbia Design League (CDL), an affinity group of the Columbia Museum of Art, announced the selection of a winning design for Play With…
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South Carolina ETV launches country music songwriting contest
July 25, 2019Contest is part of engagement campaign around “Country Music” documentary film premiering in September South Carolina Educational Television (SCETV) today announced the launch of a country music songwriting contest, taking…
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U.S. Census Bureau seeks to hire over 6,000 applicants across Lexington, Richland and Kershaw Counties.
July 24, 2019Every ten years, the U.S. Census Bureau is responsible for conducting the nationwide census. While the next census itself will be taken in 2020, the Census Bureau is already recruiting…
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Nephron named to list of fastest-growing companies in South Carolina
July 24, 2019
Nephron Pharmaceuticals Corporation has been named one of the 40 fastest-growing companies in South Carolina for 2019 by S.C. Biz News. Twenty large companies and 20 small companies have been named to…
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Smithey Ironware expanding Charleston County operations
July 24, 2019
Smithey Ironware Company, a designer and manufacturer of premium cast iron and carbon steel cookware, is expanding its operations in Charleston County. The more than $2 million investment is expected…
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Charleston Jazz announces headliners for the 2020 Charleston Jazz Festival
July 24, 2019
Charleston Jazz announced world-renowned performers for the 6th Annual Charleston Jazz Festival. This highly-anticipated four-day festival will take place January 23 – 26, 2020 featuring the legendary Freddy Cole who will share the stage with Jane…
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The 15th Annual Reedy River Duck Derby raises record $87,280
July 24, 2019
The Rotary Club of the Reedy River Greenville presented checks to 12 local charities for a combined amount of more than $87,000 on Tuesday evening, raised from the 15th Annual…
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Colliers International leases 44,479 square feet to Qualex Manufacturing
July 24, 2019
Colliers International’s Chuck Salley, SIOR, Dave Mathews, SIOR and Thomas Beard represented Carolina Industrial Properties in a five-year lease of approximately 44,479 square feet of industrial space in Ridgeway, South…
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Mid-year earnings grow 313 percent at South Atlantic Bancshares, Inc.
July 24, 2019
South Atlantic Bancshares, Inc., parent of South Atlantic Bank, reported net income of $3.1 million, or $0.41 per diluted share, for the six months ended June 30, 2019, compared to…
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Karen Kotiw named Director of Global Education at Greenville Technical College
July 24, 2019
Karen Kotiw has been named director of global education at Greenville Technical College (GTC), while continuing in her role as assistant professor of sociology. The program she is responsible for…
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Immedion welcomes Drew Tune as Inside Sales Executive for Spartanburg
July 24, 2019
Immedion LLC, a premiere provider of cloud, data center and managed IT services, announced the hiring of Drew Tune as Inside Sales Executive. In his new role, Drew will be…
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NP Strategy expands Charleston office
July 24, 2019
Stephanie Holman joins NP Strategy as Creative Services Manager Experienced graphic artist and communications professional, Stephanie Heikkila Holman, joined NP Strategy and will lead the strategic communications team’s creative services department.…
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HT@MTC launches 2019-2020 season with big names and local favorites
July 24, 2019
The 2019-2020 season is here with a diverse list of acts joining Midlands audiences in the coming year. The Texas Tenors return, Edwin McCain makes his HT@MTC debut, Thelma Houston…
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College of Charleston School of Business launches Executive Certification for Family Businesses
July 23, 2019
The College of Charleston School of Business, in partnership with the Family Business Consulting Group (FBCG), has created an Executive Education program to meet the needs of family businesses across the Lowcountry. This comprehensive planning certification takes…
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First Choice makes going back to school easy and fun in Columbia
July 23, 2019
10th Annual Jump-Start Back-to-School event offers health screenings, school supplies, backpacks and more Select Health of South Carolina’s First Choice health plan will host its 10th annual Jump-Start Back-to-School event, featuring back-to-school information, health screenings, children’s…
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United Way of the Midlands honors top volunteers for 2019
July 23, 2019
United Way of the Midlands announced the recipients of its annual Volunteer Awards honoring local community members for their outstanding volunteer efforts. “United Way is proud to serve as a…
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Allen Smith recognized nationally as Forty Under 40 Chamber Executive
July 23, 2019
Spartanburg Chamber President and CEO Allen Smith has been awarded the Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives 2019 40 Under 40 award. The 40 Under 40 award is a new…
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Colliers Report: Columbia’s industrial absorption predicted to surpass previous years
July 23, 2019
Research & Forecast Report Q2-2019 COLUMBIA | INDUSTRIAL Key Takeaways 1.20 million square feet is currently under construction and expected to deliver within the next two quarters. Absorption reached 757,094…
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SOL Southwest Kitchen & Tequila Bar celebrates National Tequila Day this Wednesday, July 24
July 23, 2019
WHO: SOL Southwest Kitchen & Tequila Bar in Mount Pleasant, Summerville & Downtown Charleston WHAT: In honor of National Tequila Day this Wednesday, July 24, SOL Southwest Kitchen & Tequila Bar…
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Southern First reports results for second quarter 2019
July 23, 2019
Southern First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: SFST), holding company for Southern First Bank, announced its financial results for the three- and six-month periods ended June 30, 2019. 2019 Second Quarter Highlights…
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Pacolet Milliken launches new interactive research website for industrial land portfolio
July 23, 2019
The website, pacoletindustrial.com, is designed for site selection groups, economic advocacy groups and industrial users with the goal of providing a comprehensive resource for site search online. Pacolet Milliken, a private…
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Michael T. Pry selected for Leadership Greenville’s 46th class
July 23, 2019
DP3 Architects, Ltd. announced that Senior Associate and Community Studio Leader, Michael T. Pry will be part of The Greenville Chamber’s Leadership Greenville Class 46. Participants, selected based on a…
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Greenville Chamber announces 46th Leadership Greenville Class
July 23, 2019The Greenville Chamber’s Leadership Greenville program has accepted 62 participants for its 46th class. Participants were selected based on a thorough application process including essays, professional resume and community involvement. Leadership…
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Collins & Lacy attorney named to S.C. Bar leadership position
July 23, 2019
Michael Burchstead serves on Council of Government Law Section Government, Ethics and Compliance attorney Michael R. Burchstead began service as a council member for the South Carolina Bar Government Law…
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Top Grossing Movies – July 23, 2019
July 23, 2019
Theatrical grosses from comScore Week of 07/19/2019 to 07/25/2019 Rank Title Weeks Weekend Gross Cumulative 1 The Lion King 1 $191,770,759 $191,770,759 2 Spider-Man: Far From Home 3…
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Non Profit Minute – Roy Kramer, Central SC Habitat for Humanity
July 23, 2019
The Who’s on the Move, BizSC, Non Profit Minute is a quick, two-minute interview in support of the amazing impact that local non profits have on our communities. We…
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J. Davis Construction completes expansion and renovation of Cullasaja Clubhouse
July 22, 2019
J. Davis Construction announced completion of the expansion and renovation of the Clubhouse at Cullasaja Country Club. The exclusive club located in Highlands, NC added a new bar and lounge…
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Leonard Russo to join Bill Murray owned restaurants in Charleston
July 22, 2019
Acclaimed Chef and Restaurateur Lenny Russo to join Rutledge Cab Co, Harold’s Cabin and Container Bar as Corporate Director of Food and Beverage Operations. A six-time James Beard nominee, Russo…
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BlackBerry appoints SYNNEX Corporation as new American distributor
July 22, 2019
BlackBerry Limited announced a new distribution agreement in the United States with SYNNEX Corporation and its Westcon-Comstor division, which focuses on security, collaboration, networking, and data center solution. SYNNEX now distributes…
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East Cooper Community Outreach receives $50,000 grant to support local community
July 22, 2019East Cooper Community Outreach (ECCO) announces it has been awarded a $50,000 grant from The Leon Levine Foundation (TLLF) to support ECCO’s Dental Clinic and overall organizational mission to provide…
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Denny’s Brenda Lauderback, April Kelly-Drummond and Laysha Ward named as Most Influential Women In Corporate America
July 22, 2019Brenda Lauderback, Laysha Ward and April Kelly-Drummond Three Denny’s team members – Board Chair Brenda Lauderback, Head of Diversity, Equality, Inclusion & Multicultural Engagement April…
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Interns Join Chiropractic Health Center at Sherman College
July 22, 2019
Twenty interns are now ready to serve the community and see patients at the Sherman College Chiropractic Health Center, a teaching clinic for senior students in their final stage of…
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Colliers International Dealmakers: Recent purchases, sales, leases and investments in South Carolina
July 22, 2019
Colliers International | South Carolina announced the following recently completed commercial real estate transactions from our offices across the state: Charleston, SC Mark Erickson, SIOR represented NasonCare, LLC in…
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Experience Mystery Moon Theater Live and Friday Night Laser Lights during Space Week
July 22, 2019
Mystery Moon Theater Live!, Tues., July 23 Guests will experience the classic science fiction film Destination Moon in the style of Mystery Science Theater 3000 with comedians from Trustus Theater’s…
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Greenville Chamber hires three new team members
July 22, 2019
The Greenville Chamber has hired three new team members who will work to advance the Chamber’s mission of leading, convening and mobilizing the business community to drive regional economic growth.…
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President Galen DeHay to address graduates at Summer Commencement
July 22, 2019
Galen DeHay, newly-elected president of Tri-County Technical College, will deliver the College’s summer commencement address Thursday, August 1, at 6 p.m. at the Anderson Civic Center. Approximately 360 students will…
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Removing boards is not the answer to education challenges
July 22, 2019
By Tony Folk SCSBA President and Dorchester County School District Four School Board Member The idea that “the government closest to the people serves the people best,” is a…
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South Carolina students participate in SkillsUSA Championships
July 22, 2019
Eleven students from South Carolina recently competed in the SkillsUSA Championships in Louisville, Kentucky, on June 26-27. During this competition, more than 6,400 outstanding career and technical education students —…
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City Manager Teresa Wilson unveiled Resiliency Knowledge Center at statewide conference
July 22, 2019
City Manager Teresa Wilson and the City’s Emergency Management Team conducted a presentation for approximately 120 city and county management officials from across the state of South Carolina. The presentation…
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Moore School announces best sustainability-focused business courses
July 22, 2019
The Darla Moore School of Business at the University of South Carolina recently announced the 2018 Page Prize for Sustainability Issues in Business Curricula award winners. In its 11th year, the…
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Hunger relief provided for Georgetown County residents through Sporting Clays fundraiser shoot
July 22, 2019
Helping Hands of Georgetown County to host event on August 24 Whether a pro or a novice, Helping Hands of Georgetown County invites area residents to participate in its “Sporting…
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Welch named department head for healthcare at Greenville Technical College
July 20, 2019
Dr. Arlene Welch has been named department head for healthcare in the Economic Development and Corporate Training division at Greenville Technical College. She is responsible for a department that includes…
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Caslen selected UofSC’s 29th president
July 19, 2019
Robert “Bob” Caslen, a retired lieutenant general and the former superintendent and president of the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, was selected the 29th president of the University of…
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Chris Pricenor returns to chair the 30th Festival of Trees, benefiting Prisma Health Children’s Hospital-Midlands
July 19, 2019
Chris Pricenor has returned for a fourth year as chair of Festival of Trees, the signature fundraising event for Prisma Health Children’s Hospital—Midlands. The 30th Festival of Trees, led by…
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Tri-County’s Associate Degree Nursing program granted full, continuing accreditation by ACEN
July 18, 2019
Tri-County Technical College’s Associate Degree Nursing program has been granted full, continuing accreditation by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN). The Board of Commissioners granted continuing program accreditation…
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Cherokee County Meals on Wheels secures partners for Expansion Project
July 18, 2019
Good City Architects designed new facility to be built with donor support Cherokee County Meals on Wheels has completed the first phase of its “Rising Up Against Hunger” campaign in…
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Richland One announces principal appointments
July 18, 2019
New principals will greet students at five Richland One schools when the 2019-2020 school year begins on August 21. Monica Adams is the new principal at Carver-Lyon Elementary School. Dr.…
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College of Charleston Geologist is over the moon about Apollo 11 anniversary
July 18, 2019College of Charleston geology professor Cassandra Runyon might not be an astronaut, but she has some serious NASA bonafides. Affiliated with NASA since she did an internship at Johnson Space Center in Houston…
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Construction commences on Charleston Tech Center in South Carolina Opportunity Zone
July 18, 2019Iron Bridge Capital Partners, LLC and the Charleston Digital Corridor are pleased to announce the commencement of construction of the Charleston Tech Center (CTC), an architecturally modern, six-floor office building located in Downtown Charleston. The…
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Nonprofits launch Ghanaian experience commemorating 400-year anniversary of enslaved Africans coming to the New World
July 18, 2019
Project OKURASE, a Charleston nonprofit and Ghanaian-based nongovernmental organization, have curated the “Door of Return,” a 10-day cultural experience in Ghana for individuals and groups who want to connect with…
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