Flock and Rally earns three IABC/SC Palmetto Awards of Excellence
November 22, 2019
Creative agency honored for brand communication and advertising Flock and Rally, the women-owned integrated communications and marketing firm based in Columbia, S.C., was honored with three 2019 Palmetto Awards of…
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Gov. Henry McMaster designates chair of South Carolina First Steps Board of Trustees
November 21, 2019
South Carolina First Steps, the state’s early childhood agency and a statewide nonprofit organization, announced that Governor Henry McMaster has designated business leader David Morley as the new chair of…
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GaffneyLewis welcomes new attorney to Columbia office
November 21, 2019
GaffneyLewis LLC announced that Sara Brakmann has joined the firm as an attorney in the firm’s Columbia office. Brakmann received her Juris Doctor degree from the University of South Carolina…
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MUSC and Clemson introduce Healthy Me – Healthy SC to increase health care access
November 21, 2019Clemson University and the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) have begun a statewide collaborative program called Healthy Me – Healthy SC, created to improve health care access and combat…
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City of Charleston, Doha, Qatar enter into Charleston Sister Cities International Partnership
November 20, 2019
Last week, Charleston City Council unanimously approved a Sister Cities partnership with Doha, Qatar. During a Qatari delegation visit to Charleston in October, the Ambassador of Qatar to the United…
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Cassina Group Broker-in-Charge Owen Tyler is South Carolina REALTORS® 2020 President
November 20, 2019
Owen Tyler, managing broker and broker-in-charge at The Cassina Group in Charleston is South Carolina REALTORS® (SCR) 2020 president. Tyler was inaugurated in an awards ceremony at the association’s annual…
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Lakeside Lodge Clemson welcomes David Slevin as General Manager for signature restaurant
November 20, 2019
Lakeside Lodge Clemson announced that David Slevin has been named general manager of the property’s food and beverage programs. In his new role, Slevin will oversee the soon-to-be-announced on-site restaurant…
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Colliers Report: Charleston shop types match changing consumer preferences
November 20, 2019
Key Takeaways The Charleston retail market absorbed 204,454 square feet of shopping center space during the third quarter of 2019. Overall weighted rental rates for remaining shopping center space averaged…
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Comcast provides digital support for Morningside students
November 20, 2019Fifty scholars from Morningside Middle School are enjoying more access to technology thanks to the generosity of Comcast. On November 13, 2019, the telecommunications company hosted the Bandwidth for Growth…
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Half of hospitality experience sold for 2021 PGA championship
November 20, 2019
Steady demand from businesses excited about the 2021 PGA Championship at The Ocean Course at Kiawah Island Golf Resort Eighteen months before the 2021 PGA Championship begins, 50 percent of its all-inclusive…
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MUSC spinoff tackles hospital pharmacy cost savings through new software platform
November 20, 2019
AscendRx identifies medication spend savings opportunities for hospitals Hospital pharmacies now have an innovative software platform to help them make better spending decisions thanks to a spinoff company from the…
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Flock to the Zoo for Lights Before Christmas
November 20, 2019Columbia’s Longest Running Holiday Tradition Kicks Off this Weekend Join Riverbanks Zoo and Garden for the 32nd annual Lights Before Christmas presented by Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina. The…
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Kelly Carter named Chief Financial Officer of SAFE Federal Credit Union
November 20, 2019
SAFE Federal Credit Union has selected Kelly Carter, CPA as its new Chief Financial Officer. Carter succeeds Debbie Jordan who will retire in early 2020 with more than 41 years…
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City Center Partnership announces election of new officers and board members for 2020
November 20, 2019
City Center Partnership (CCP) announced the election of the following officers. The election took place at CCP’s 18th annual meeting. • John Griggs of Synovus Bank – Chairman • Sharon…
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Strong financial portfolio lifts Spartanburg Sanitary Sewer District’s bond rating
November 20, 2019
Spartanburg Sanitary Sewer District (SSSD) announced an increased bond rating based on the utility’s strong financial management and performance. A bond rating is a letter grade assigned to bonds that…
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Dominion Energy launches energy-saving program in Columbia
November 20, 2019
Customers benefit from cost-saving measures Dominion Energy hosted a kickoff event in partnership with the City of Columbia at the Busby Street Community Center to inform residents of the Neighborhood…
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Statewide Adoption Day means a forever home for nearly 80 children
November 20, 2019
The SC Department of Social Services recognizes November as National Adoption Month and November 25th is proclaimed by Governor McMaster as Statewide Adoption Day in SC. Nearly eighty (80) children are scheduled to…
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College of Charleston alums’ band Ranky Tanky earns Grammy nomination
November 20, 2019Three College of Charleston alumni are in the running for a Grammy nomination with their band Ranky Tanky. Started by alumnus Clay Ross ’98, Ranky Tanky, which is a Gullah term…
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Mental Illness Recovery Center, Inc. holds Merry Mirci Holiday event
November 20, 2019
Proceeds to Benefit Midlands Housing and Homeless Programs The Mental Illness Recovery Center, Inc. (MIRCI) is holding its annual benefit, Merry MIRCI Holiday, at Hotel Trundle on Wednesday, December 4th 6…
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State Treasurer’s Office Works to ‘Serve Those Who Serve’
November 20, 2019
By South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis Our nation’s military members know what it means to serve. They are selfless individuals who have committed themselves to safeguarding our country, its…
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Hill Electric Company earns the 2019 Business of Integrity Award from BBB
November 20, 2019
When it comes to marketplace ethics, it appears no one can touch industrial electrical contractor Hill Electric. The Better Business Bureau of the Upstate, a private non-profit organization serving the…
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Carver Maritime expanding Charleston County operations
November 20, 2019
More Than $14 Million Investment will Create 22 New Jobs Carver Maritime, LLC, an industrial port known for its shipping and warehousing storage operations, announced plans to expand its existing…
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Immedion welcomes Karen Lewis and Jaylee Quarles to Spartanburg team
November 20, 2019
Immedion LLC, a premiere provider of cloud, data center and managed IT services, announced the hiring of Karen Lewis and Jaylee Quarles at their Spartanburg location. Karen Lewis joins Immedion…
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Owen Tyler of The Cassina Group elected as 2020 President of S.C. Realtors
November 20, 2019
Owen Tyler, managing broker and partner of luxury boutique real estate firm The Cassina Group, has been elected as the 2020 president of South Carolina Realtors. South Carolina Realtors, headquartered…
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SOCO 80808 celebrates public opening
November 20, 2019
The coworking community expands with a larger footprint in the Vista SOCO, a platform and community for creative entrepreneurs and independent workers, will open their new Vista location to the…
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One SC Fund awards more than $313,000 for Hurricane Relief and Disaster Preparation
November 19, 2019
Grants bring total to more than $4.8 million distributed to nonprofits since the fund’s inception The One SC Fund Committee awarded $313,344 in grants to 11 organizations across South Carolina…
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Kick off the Holidays with Historic Columbia
November 19, 2019
Decorative house tours, classic carriage rides and breakfast with Santa heighten the holiday season Historic Columbia is the home for holiday traditions, and the new season of events is sure…
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1×1 Design associate Yarely Martinez joins Columbia AIA Board of Directors
November 19, 2019
The team at 1×1 Design announced that Yarely Martinez has joined the American Institute of Architects (AIA) Columbia Board of Directors. Martinez, Associate AIA, is the fourth 1×1 Design staff…
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Neal becomes newest Morton & Gettys associate
November 19, 2019
Joe’Terrious Neal, a graduate of the University of South Carolina School of Law, is Morton & Gettys’ newest associate. His practice focuses on civil litigation. Neal joined the firm in…
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Cox becomes Burnette Shutt & McDaniel’s newest associate
November 19, 2019
Sarah J.M. Cox, a graduate of the Mitchell Hamline School of Law in Minnesota, has become Burnette Shutt & McDaniel’s newest associate. Her practice focuses on employment law, personal injury,…
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Matthew Jepertinger joins Callison Tighe as an associate
November 19, 2019
Matthew L. Jepertinger, a graduate of the University of South Carolina School of Law, has joined Callison Tighe & Robinson as an associate. His practice will focus on civil litigation.…
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Highest Morningstar RatingTM for Wallick Investments’ Fidelis composite for 3-year risk-adjusted performance as of September 30, 2019
November 19, 20191 of only 7 RIA firms in SC to receive Morningstar Separate Account Ratings, Wallick Investments, LLC’s Fidelis composite received a 5-star Morningstar Rating among 464 large-cap value products for…
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Mullikin Law makes Carolina Cup history
November 19, 2019
By W. Thomas Smith Jr. The Mullikin Law Firm has been named the presenting sponsor for the 2020 Carolina Cup. The firm will sponsor both the signature Carolina Cup steeplechase…
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Studio 2LR, Inc. Architecture + Interiors looking to hire project architect
November 19, 2019
Studio 2LR, Inc., an award winning design firm, seeks a problem solving, multi-tasking, creative architectural project manager to join our firm. We are looking for a creative thinker who has…
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Apply to become Richland Library’s next artist-in-residence
November 19, 2019
The search is underway for local artists who are looking for a space to create and willing to share their talents with the community. Richland Library is currently accepting applications…
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Richland Library announces Thanksgiving schedule
November 19, 2019
All Richland Library locations will close 5:30 p.m., Wednesday, November 27 and remain closed Thursday, November 28 and Friday, November 29 in observance of Thanksgiving. Local residents will still be…
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Stevens & Wilkinson appoints new president of South Carolina office
November 19, 2019
Stevens & Wilkinson, a full-service architecture, engineering and interior design firm with offices in Atlanta and Columbia, S.C., announces the appointment of Robby Aull, AIA, ACHA, LEED AP, principal, as…
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Clawson and Staubes attorney, Trey Still becomes Certified Mediator
November 19, 2019
Clawson and Staubes LLC attorney Trey Still has received his certification as a Circuit Court Mediator by the SC Board of Arbitrator and Mediator Certification. An experienced litigator Still will…
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Hank’s Seafood restaurant opens new event space in historic downtown Charleston
November 19, 2019
Hank’s Seafood Restaurant is opening Hank’s Social Hall, an elevated venue space for private events in Charleston’s Historic District, this December. Both managed by hotel, restaurant and retail operator, Makeready, Hank’s…
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Colliers International represents Reger Holdings in 280,000-square-foot lease at 10700 Farrow Road
November 19, 2019
Colliers International’s Chuck Salley, SIOR, Dave Mathews, SIOR, Thomas Beard and John Peebles represented the landlord in leasing space to Jushi USA at 10700 Farrow Road in Columbia. The property…
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South Carolina’s Employment Situation – October 2019
November 19, 2019
Number of South Carolinians Working Continues Record Setting Pace Unemployment Rate Remains at All Time Low Employment and Workforce Executive Director Dan Ellzey’s Statement on October 2019 Employment…
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Sleigh Bell Stroll and Trot – November 25 & 26
November 19, 2019
Family Fun Walk and Four Mile Run at Holiday Lights on the River See the lights at the Sleigh Bell Stroll (Nov. 25 and Sleigh Bell Trot (Nov. 26)! Join us at Saluda Shoals…
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Sarah Robinson joins NP Strategy and expands the growing strategic communications firm
November 19, 2019
Sarah Robinson Joins NPS+ as a Communications Specialist NP Strategy (NPS+) welcomes, Sarah Robinson, to their growing strategic communications team across the Carolinas. Robinson joins as a Communications Specialist and will…
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Infinity Marketing welcomes K&W Cafeterias as new client
November 19, 2019
Infinity Marketing, a full-service marketing agency in the Upstate, is proud to announce its new partnership with K&W Cafeterias. This addition to Infinity’s growing client roster builds on the firm’s…
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Making Your Event Stand Out Through Sponsorships
November 18, 2019
By Emily Eckert NP Strategy Think back to an event that stuck out in your mind. The one you attended where your mouth dropped open when you walked in,…
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Top Grossing Movies – November 18, 2019
November 18, 2019
Theatrical grosses from comScore Week of 11/15/2019 to 11/21/2019 Rank Title Weeks Weekend Gross Cumulative 1 Ford v. Ferrari 1 $31,474,958 $31,474,958 2 Midway 2 $8,505,531 $34,896,304 3 Charlie’s…
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Andrew Yang to speak at College of Charleston’s Bully Pulpit Series
November 18, 2019
The Bully Pulpit Series at the College of Charleston will host a conversation with Democratic presidential candidate Andrew Yang. Yang will meet with faculty, staff, students and the community as part of…
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Residents can help ‘Stuff an Ambulance’ for EMS toy drive
November 18, 2019
Richland County Emergency Medical Services (EMS) again is responding to the call to help disadvantaged children during the holiday season and is seeking help from the community to “Stuff an…
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Two Lexington One assistant principals selected for statewide awards
November 18, 2019
The South Carolina Association of School Administrators (SCASA) has named two school leaders from Lexington School District One as the 2020 South Carolina Middle Level Assistant Principal of the Year…
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MUSC Foundation board elects new directors, officers
November 18, 2019
The Medical University of South Carolina Foundation Board of Directors announced its newly elected members and officers. John Cahill was elected to serve as chairman of the MUSC Foundation Board…
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