Deborah York Joins The Yukich Team & Allen Tate Company
March 4, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Allen Tate Realtors, the Carolinas’ leading real estate company, is proud to announce that Deborah York has joined the Yukich Team in the company’s Woodruff Road office.…
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Colliers International brokers the lease of 109,938 square foot industrial facility in Richburg, South Carolina
March 4, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – Colliers International’s Chuck Salley, SIOR, Dave Mathews, SIOR and Sam Myers represented the landlord in the lease of 546 L&C Distribution Park located in Richburg, SC to…
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Jenny Lee Turner Joins Allen Tate Company
March 4, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Allen Tate Realtors, the Carolinas’ leading real estate company, is proud to announce that Jenny Lee Turner has joined the company’s Woodruff Road office. Jenny Lee was…
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Palmetto State Sees Record-Breaking Year for Number of People Working
March 4, 2015
According to the SC Department of Employment and Workforce (DEW), newly-released figures show that 2014 was a record-breaking year for South Carolina. The numbers show that more South Carolinians were…
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Specialty Polymers, Inc. Expanding Chester County Operations
March 4, 2015
Manufacturer of Water-Based Polymers and Adhesives Investing $5.5 Million in Expansion CHESTER COUNTY, SC – Specialty Polymers, Inc., a privately held manufacturer of water-based emulsion polymers and adhesives, is expanding…
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Emily Woodruff Joins The Yukich Team & Allen Tate Company
March 4, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Allen Tate Realtors, the Carolinas’ leading real estate company, is proud to announce that Emily Woodruff has joined the Yukich Team in the company’s Woodruff Road office.…
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Richland One Teacher Named Finalist for SC Teacher of the Year
March 4, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – Daniel Oddo, a mathematics teacher at Dreher High School, has been named one of five finalists for South Carolina’s Teacher of the Year. State Superintendent of Education Molly…
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Columbia Metropolitan Airport Relocating Car Rentals
March 4, 2015CAYCE, SC – In order to better serve Columbia Metropolitan Airport’s rental car customers, rental car parking is being relocated to the lower level of the airport’s parking garage. This change…
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Institute for Child Success Awarded Pritzker Grants to Help South Carolina Children
March 4, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – The Institute for Child Success (ICS) was recently awarded $285,000 in grant funding from the Chicago-based Pritzker Children’s Initiative in support of expanded efforts to advance the…
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Flipping the Switch: Can You Turn Genes “On” and “Off?” EngenuitySC’s Science Café with Cancer Drug Researcher Dr. Patrick Woster, March 10, 2015
March 4, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – What if scientists could turn genes “on” and “off?” On Tuesday, March 10, from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m., SmartState® Endowed Chair and professor Dr. Patrick Woster –…
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Broad River Furniture Establishing Corporate Campus and Distribution Center in York County
March 3, 2015
Company Investing $12.6 Million, Bringing an Expected 200 Jobs to South Carolina COLUMBIA, SC – Ashley Furniture HomeStore licensee Broad River Furniture, a home furnishings retailer, is establishing a new…
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Chief Communications Officer Selected to Riley Institute’s DLI Program
March 3, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – The Riley Institute’s Diversity Leaders Initiative (DLI) has selected its 8th class of fellows from the Midlands, which includes Alvin Caughman, the South Carolina Campaign to Prevent Teen…
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Erin Johnson Promoted to Chief Community Investment Officer
March 3, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – The South Carolina Campaign to Prevent Teen Pregnancy (SC Campaign) has recently promoted Erin Johnson to its Chief Community Investment Officer (CCIO). In this role, she will oversee…
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Richland Library Expands Team, Hires Locally
March 3, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – Richland Library recently filled three coveted library positions with local candidates from the Midlands. Promotions include: Georgia Coleman has been promoted to Director of Library Experience, Main.…
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Miller-Valentine Delivers South University School of Physical Therapy
March 3, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – Miller-Valentine Construction recently delivered the South University School of Physical Therapy located within the Carolina Research Park on Science Court, adjacent to the existing South University facility;…
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Colliers International welcomes Luanne Thomas as Property Manager
March 3, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – Colliers International is pleased to announce the addition of Luanne Thomas to its Real Estate Management Services division. Thomas will be managing a portfolio of industrial and distribution…
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2015 State of the Town Address – Lexington, SC
March 3, 2015Good evening, I’m Mayor Steve MacDougall. Welcome to the State of the Town Address, an overview of our Town’s accomplishments in 2014. I want to take time to recap…
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Local FASTSIGNS® Named One of the Top Centers in the Country
March 3, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – Local signs and visual graphics provider FASTSIGNS® of Columbia – Harbison Blvd. was named one of the top centers out of more than 570 locations worldwide at the…
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Harris School Solutions and Softdocs Partner to Provide Integrated Document and Process Management Solutions
March 3, 2015Integration will provide enhanced services to improve K-12 district accounting and human resources processes. COLUMBIA, SC – Harris School Solutions, the premier provider of technology software in the K-12…
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SCAEOP Names New President
March 3, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – The South Carolina Association of Educational Office Professionals (SCAEOP) has named Georgette Council, CEOE its 33rd President. The SCAEOP held its annual conference in Myrtle Beach, SC…
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Smith Moore Leatherwood Named to BTI Consulting Group Client Service A-Team
March 2, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Smith Moore Leatherwood LLP has been named to BTI Consulting Group’s Client Service A-Team 2015, an elite group of law firms chosen by clients for outstanding client…
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Three SYNNEX Corporation Executives Recognized as 2015 CRN Channel Chiefs
March 2, 2015Stegner, Jow and Franklin again honored for channel accomplishments and commitment to driving business innovation and IT channel growth GREENVILLE, SC – SYNNEX Corporation (NYSE: SNX), a leading distributor…
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Dennis Receives Financial Aid Honor
March 2, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Jeff Dennis, director of Financial Aid at Greenville Technical College, was awarded the Distinguished Service Award by the Southern Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators (SASFAA) at the…
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Fine Arts Students Invited to Perform at SC State House
March 2, 2015SPARTANBURG, SC – Fine arts students from the SC School for the Deaf and the Blind have been invited to perform before the SC House of Representatives on March 4.…
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Enterprise Content Management Provider KeyMark Continues Expansion Strategy with Second Purchase This Year
March 2, 2015
KeyMark Announces Purchase of Pennsylvania-Based IMR LIBERTY, SC – Award-winning enterprise content management provider KeyMark, Inc. announced today its second purchase of 2015 with the purchase of information management…
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Jill Armbruster of UCI Medical Affiliates Named to ‘20 Under 40’ List
March 2, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – Jill Armbruster, director of marketing for UCI Medical Affiliates, has been named to the 2015 Class of 20 Under 40 by The State newspaper. Each year, the…
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Charleston Law Firm, Rosen Hagood, Names New Members
March 2, 2015CHARLESTON, SC –Rosen Hagood announced that John Rosen and Rene Stuhr Dukes have been named non-equity members of the firm, effective January 1, 2015. “We congratulate John and Rene on…
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Wofford announces finalists in entrepreneurship competition
March 2, 2015Students to pitch ideas for chance at $20,000 in cash, services SPARTANBURG, SC – Wofford College announces 10 students who will pitch their businesses and community impact projects to…
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Spartanburg Community College to Host March Open House Month at all SCC Campuses
March 2, 2015
SPARTANBURG, SC – Spartanburg Community College (SCC) will host free open house events each Tuesday afternoon throughout the month of March from 4:00-7:00 p.m. at all SCC campuses in Spartanburg, Union…
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Bipartisan Group of Senators Question White House on Cutting School Choice Options for Low-Income, Minority Communities
March 2, 2015WASHINGTON, SC – Senator Tim Scott (R-SC), along with Senators Ron Johnson (R-WI), Dianne Feinstein (D-CA) and James Lankford (R-OK), sent a letter to the President questioning the administration’s decision…
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AAF of the Midlands Honors Midlands Advertising Talent at 2015 American Advertising Awards
March 2, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – AAF of the Midlands hosted its annual American Advertising Awards gala on Saturday, February 28 at Stone River in Columbia. More than 50 awards recognizing exceptional work…
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Indie Grits 2015 Announces Films and Event Schedule
March 2, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – Indie Grits Film Festival, the Southeast’s premier film and culture festival in Columbia, S.C. for DIY media-makers, will take place April 15-19, 2015, and for the first…
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The biggest reason advertising fails
March 2, 2015
By Ken Gasque I met Bob Evans Jr. several years ago at a convention. He was the keynote speaker. After his speech I introduced myself…
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Donors give over 237 pints at Columbia Lifesavers blood drive
March 2, 2015COLUMBIA, SC — Thanks to the generosity of donors, the American Red Cross collected 237 pints of blood at the Columbia Lifesavers blood drive February 27th, bringing the five-year event…
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School Board Selects Witherspoon As New Richland One Superintendent
March 2, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – The Richland One Board of School Commissioners voted Friday to offer the position of superintendent to Dr. Craig Witherspoon, pending contract negotiations. Witherspoon, who most recently served…
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Senator Tim Scott Votes to Override Presidential Overreach
March 2, 2015WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Senator Tim Scott (R-SC) released the statement below after voting to move forward with legislation, authored by Senator Susan Collins (R-ME), overriding President Obama’s recent executive actions regarding…
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Del Taco Sees Epic Sales Results with Expansion into the South
March 2, 2015Popular Brand Increases Flavors of the South with Craveable Mexican and American Favorites Del Taco, a leader in the Mexican quick service restaurant (MQSR) category, reported that the brand is…
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Chernoff Newman Dominates Digital Advertising Awards at 2015 ADDYs
March 2, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – Chernoff Newman dominated the digital advertising categories – including Best of Interactive – at the 2015 ADDY Awards. The American Advertising Federation of the Midlands (AAF) sponsors…
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Local Organization Recognized for Exemplary Performance, Standard of Excellence
March 2, 2015Keep the Midlands Beautiful Earns Keep America Beautiful President’s Circle Award Recognition COLUMBIA, SC – Keep the Midlands Beautiful received a Keep America Beautiful’s President Circle Award at the annual Keep…
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Institute for Child Success Awarded Pritzker Grants to Help South Carolina Children
March 2, 2015The Institute for Child Success (ICS) was recently awarded $285,000 in grant funding from the Chicago-based Pritzker Children’s Initiative in support of expanded efforts to advance the emerging field of…
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Institute for Child Success Awarded Pritzker Grants to Help South Carolina Children
March 2, 2015GREENVILLE, SC – The Institute for Child Success (ICS) was recently awarded $285,000 in grant funding from the Chicago-based Pritzker Children’s Initiative in support of expanded efforts to advance the…
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Richland County Month in Review: February
March 2, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – The following are highlights from Richland County Government in February: As part of ongoing projects to revitalize Richland County’s Decker Boulevard, a shuttered former bank building…
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Colliers International’s Joey Shellman volunteers to work with Homes of Hope program in Mexico
March 2, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – Colliers International’s Joey Shellman was inspired by an internal company philosophy – constantly asking, “What else?” – and applied it to his personal commitment to helping others…
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S.C. dive research team swims with sharks in the Bahamas
March 2, 2015CAMDEN, SC – Tom Mullikin – joined by his son Thomas Mullikin Jr. and Bryan Kellar from Camden-based Global Eco Adventures (GEA) Shark Institute, along with retired U.S. Navy Chief…
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Three S.C. Residents Arrested for Unemployment Insurance Benefits Fraud
March 2, 2015
The South Carolina Department of Employment and Workforce (DEW) and the South Carolina Attorney General’s Office announced today the arrests of three S.C. residents for fraudulently collecting unemployment insurance benefits.…
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Institute for Child Success Awarded Pritzker Grants to Help South Carolina Children
March 2, 2015GREENVILLE, SC – The Institute for Child Success (ICS) was recently awarded $285,000 in grant funding from the Chicago-based Pritzker Children’s Initiative in support of expanded efforts to advance the…
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Local Organization Recognized for Exemplary Performance, Standard of Excellence
March 2, 2015Keep the Midlands Beautiful Earns Keep America Beautiful President’s Circle Award Recognition COLUMBIA, SC – Keep the Midlands Beautiful received a Keep America Beautiful’s President Circle Award at the annual Keep…
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Chernoff Newman Dominates Digital Advertising Awards at 2015 ADDYs
March 2, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – Chernoff Newman dominated the digital advertising categories – including Best of Interactive – at the 2015 ADDY Awards. The American Advertising Federation of the Midlands (AAF) sponsors…
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New Restaurant at Patrick Square Town Center: Joe’s New York Pizza
March 1, 2015CLEMSON, SC – Quickly becoming Clemson’s go-to dining destination, the Patrick Square Town Center will soon be home to Joe’s New York Pizza. Construction of the 6,000 square foot building…
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Mark Williams Appointed to the Board of the Prestigious Site Selectors Guild
March 1, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – Mark Williams, President of Columbia South Carolina-based Strategic Development Group, Inc. and member of the Site Selectors Guild has been appointed to the organization’s board. The Guild’s…
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