IntelliSystems welcomes new business development representative for IT managed services and cybersecurity
November 5, 2019
IntelliSystems Welcomes Sales and Business Development Specialist Kari Izard IntelliSystems welcomes Kari Izard as sales and business development representative for IT managed services and cybersecurity in Columbia and the Midlands…
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S.C. Ports makes a $15.6 billion annual economic impact in the Midlands
November 5, 2019
South Carolina Ports Authority’s reach goes well beyond the Port of Charleston with 25% of its economic impact happening in the Midlands. S.C. Ports Authority (SCPA) makes a $15.6 billion annual…
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Cushman & Wakefield | Thalhimer welcomes Senior Portfolio Manager in Charleston
November 5, 2019
Cushman & Wakefield | Thalhimer announces that Lindsay R. Denny has joined the Commercial Property Services team as Senior Portfolio Manager in their Charleston, South Carolina office. Ms. Denny Lindsay…
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The third annual James Sawers Jr. Speaker Series
November 5, 2019
The third annual James Sawers Jr. Speaker Series presented by the Charleston Interreligious Council and Roper St. Francis Healthcare starts this Thursday The third annual James Sawers Jr. Speaker…
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South Carolina AHEC welcomes Katie Gaul as new Director of the Office for Healthcare Workforce
November 5, 2019
The South Carolina AHEC Program welcomes Katie Gaul as the new Director of the South Carolina Office for Healthcare Workforce and bids a fond farewell to Linda Lacey, who will…
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Southwest Airlines begins daily nonstop flight to Baltimore/Washington International Airport (BWI)
November 4, 2019
Today, Southwest Airlines began new daily nonstop service from Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport (GSP) to Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI). Southwest offers the only nonstop service on the route, providing easy access…
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Governor Henry McMaster to headline Ten at the Top 10th anniversary event
November 4, 2019
Ten at the Top’s (TATT) annual Celebrating Successes luncheon will be held on November 20th from 11:30–1:30 at the Greenville Convention Center. The event recognizes businesses, organizations and individuals who are…
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Spartanburg Water announces new hire in Financial Services
November 4, 2019
Spartanburg Water is pleased to announce the addition of Heather Kerr to the position of Accounting Supervisor for the Financial Services Department. In her new role, Heather will handle financial…
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National Adoption Month focuses on older youth in foster care
November 4, 2019
Governor McMaster proclaims November 25th Statewide Adoption Day in SC As National Adoption Month begins, 140 children in the state’s foster care system are legally free for adoption and waiting for…
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Lexington County Veterans Day Parade- road closures & detours
November 4, 2019
Chief Terrence Green would like to notify the greater Town of Lexington community that there will be road closures and detours during the afternoon of Sunday, November 3, 2019, before…
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Citizen input to help form new long-range S.C. arts plan in public meetings and survey, S.C. Arts Commission queries arts’ direction
November 4, 2019
The South Carolina Arts Commission is fanning out across the state this fall and winter, gathering public input to help it form the next long-range plan for arts and culture…
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2020 series to celebrate County’s eventful year
November 4, 2019
Richland County is planning a series of Engage Richland events and activities to celebrate the year 2020, which also corresponds to the street address for the County Administration Building. The…
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BJU Nursing Program earns CCNE Accreditation
November 4, 2019
The nursing program at Bob Jones University has been granted accreditation by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). Recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education as an approved accrediting agency, CCNE…
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Little Dog Agency’s current specials and upcoming events
November 4, 2019
Wasabi Restaurant Group Roll into Wasabi during the month of November to kick off fall to the fullest with their Aki Maki Sushi Spotlight of the month. Enjoy crispy Kabocha…
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Public invited to open house for GVL2040
November 4, 2019
The City of Greenville will host its second open house for GVL2040, the comprehensive planning process, on Wednesday, November 13 from 5 to 6:30 p.m. at East North Street Academy…
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Blaze Partners acquires Planters Crossing Apartments in Charleston
November 4, 2019
Blaze Partners, LLC announced the acquisition of Planters Crossing Apartments, a 256-unit apartment community located in the North Charleston submarket of Charleston. The asset was acquired by a newly-formed affiliate in a…
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Lexington Medical Center will become in-network provider for South Carolina Health Insurance Marketplace plans in 2020
November 4, 2019
Lexington Medical Center announced that the hospital and its physician practices will be in-network with two South Carolina Health Insurance Marketplace plans, beginning January 1, 2020. The plans are sponsored…
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Dominion Realty Partners acquires 180,234 SF office portfolio in Columbia
November 4, 2019Dominion Realty Partners (DRP) announces the purchase of three buildings in the Synergy Business Park. The 180,234 square foot Office Portfolio is in the highly regarded St. Andrews sub-market of…
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Top Grossing Movies – November 4, 2019
November 4, 2019
Theatrical grosses from comScore Week of 11/01/2019 to 11/07/2019 Rank Title Rating Weekend Gross Cumulative 1 Terminator: Dark Fate R $29,033,832 $29,033,832 2 Joker R $13,500,116 $299,187,108 3 Maleficent:…
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Flourish honored with eight MarCom awards for exceptional client work
November 4, 2019
Flourish’s 2019 client work earned it high honors in the annual MarCom Awards, with eight total awards bestowed to them by the Association of Marketing and Communications Professionals (AMCP): two…
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Firefly Distillery hires new Event Manager
November 4, 2019
Sara Bennett has joined Firefly Distillery as Events Manager ahead of its move to a new expanded location near Park Circle in early 2020. Bennett comes from a special events…
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Baxter-Patrick James Island Library now open to the public
November 4, 2019Charleston County Public Library (CCPL) officially opened the Baxter-Patrick James Island Library, located at 1858 South Grimball Road, during a ribbon cutting ceremony on Saturday, Nov. 2. “This facility offers…
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One Book, One Community’s 2019 selection follows story of immigrant family
November 4, 2019
Share your passion for reading through the month of November by joining Richland Library for One Book, One Community. The community-wide initiative encourages everyone to read the same book at…
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Center for Knowledge North teacher named October Rookie Teacher of the Block
November 4, 2019
Richland School District Two Center for Knowledge teacher Jessica Grice has been named the October 2019 Rookie Teacher of the Block. The award is sponsored by H&R Block, a dedicated…
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Four South Carolina teachers receive Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching
November 4, 2019
The White House announced that four South Carolina educators are among the most recent recipients of the Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching. The Presidential Awards for…
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Richland Two partners with Midlands Technical College to offer students EMT course
November 4, 2019
Richland School District Two and Midlands Technical College have partnered to offer district high school seniors essential training on the path to becoming emergency medical technicians (EMTs). The course will…
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South Carolina class of 2019 shows improvement on ACT
November 4, 2019
The ACT® released assessment data for 2019 South Carolina high school graduates who took the ACT test. South Carolina public school graduates’ average composite score increased from 18.0 in 2018 to 18.6 in 2019. Additionally, 24% of graduates…
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Nexton selected as top community at the 31st annual Charleston Home Builders Association Prism Gala
November 4, 2019Nexton, the most innovative and walkable community in South Carolina, received five awards honoring its work in marketing, design and technology amid formidable competition at the 31st annual PRISM Awards.…
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Moore & Van Allen recognized by U.S. News and Best Lawyers with top-tier ‘Best Law Firms’ 2020 rankings
November 4, 2019
Moore & Van Allen PLLC (MVA) announced that U.S. News & World Report and Best Lawyers have ranked the firm nationally and regionally on the 2020 “Best Law Firms” list.…
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Richland Library seeks submissions for upcoming art exhibition – Deadline November 22
November 4, 2019Richland Library is currently accepting submissions for an exhibition, highlighting works by contemporary South Carolina and regional artists that focus on the importance of inclusion and racial equity in our…
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Kalisse L. Evert joins Greenwood Capital team
November 4, 2019
Greenwood Capital announced the addition of Kalisse L. Evert to the client service team as a Private Client Administrator and Office Manager for the Downtown Greenville office, located at 201…
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USDA invests $1.4 billion in rural electric infrastructure improvements in 21 states
November 4, 2019
U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue announced that the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is investing $1.4 billion in projects in 21 states to build and improve rural electric infrastructure.…
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City of Columbia Municipal Election Tuesday, November 5, 2019
November 1, 2019The Municipal Election Commission of the City of Columbia announces the general election for the City of Columbia to be held on Tuesday, November 5, 2019 from 7:00 a.m. until 7:00…
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City to host community charrette
November 1, 2019
The City has retained Urban Design Associates (UDA), the firm that developed the recently-adopted Downtown Master Plan, to conduct a community charrette to help City staff, residents and property owners…
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Peace Center launches Season of Giving Book Nook benefiting classrooms in Greenville County Title I schools
November 1, 2019
As part of its ongoing literacy initiative, the Peace Center announces a community-wide Season of Giving book drive to benefit elementary classrooms in Greenville County Title I schools. Everyone in…
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United Community Bank Ice on Main rink installation to begin this week
November 1, 2019
The chiller that helps keep the ice frozen throughout the United Community Bank Ice on Main season is scheduled to arrive on Friday, November 1 at 9 a.m. The equipment…
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New Brew Hop Pass promises savings for Charleston craft beer drinkers
November 1, 2019
If you love experiencing the local craft brew scene then you’re going to love the new Brew Hop Pass! The pass will include discounts such as “buy a pint get…
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Hall family receives donations from erve & Connect Fundraiser
November 1, 2019
Donations of $44,000+ support Deputy Roy Hall who was struck by a drunk driver Serve & Connect presented the Hall family with a check for $44,635 this week from funds…
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All treats, no tricks at Sheriff’s annual Halloween Party
November 1, 2019By W. Thomas Smith Jr. COLUMBIA, S.C. – Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott and approximately 150-175 deputies and employees of the Richland County Sheriff’s Dept. (RCSD) celebrated Halloween with…
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TreesUpstate selected to partner with TD Tree Days
November 1, 2019
TD Bank selected TreesUpstate to participate in TD Tree Days, a community-based program that expands urban forests and green spaces in low- to moderate-income neighborhoods. Staff and volunteers of TreesUpstate…
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TD Bank names Mike Farmer regional vice president
November 1, 2019
Accomplished Banking Executive Joins Midlands Team TD Bank has named Mike Farmer as regional vice president for the Midlands market. He will be responsible for managing a team of commercial…
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Wyche names Matthew Couvillion and Josh Lonon shareholders
November 1, 2019
Wyche announced that Matthew Couvillion and Josh Lonon have been named shareholders of the firm. Matthew Couvillion serves as the firm’s Corporate Practice Group leader and focuses his practice at…
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VC3 expands its Southeast presence with the acquisition of Tennessee-based masterIT
November 1, 2019
VC3, a market-leading managed Information Technology (IT) service provider, announced the acquisition of masterIT, a Memphis-based managed IT service provider. Both organizations are consistently ranked among the top IT service…
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Greenville Country Club hostess earns Employee of the Year award
November 1, 2019
LaVerne Young, hostess at Greenville Country Club (GCC), is being honored with the Front of the House Employee of the Year award by the South Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association.…
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Randolph joins BlackStream International as residential and commercial agent
November 1, 2019
Residential and commercial real estate agent Robbie Randolph has joined BlackStream International Real Estate, a Christie’s International Real Estate affiliate based in Greenville but serving the entire Upstate of South…
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Bluestein Attorneys included in 2020 Best Law Firms in America
November 1, 2019
Bluestein Attorneys has been named in the top tier for the Columbia area in three practice areas in the 2020 edition of “Best Law Firms,” a U.S. News – Best…
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Progress amps up across the BullStreet District
November 1, 2019
A third national business is headed to Columbia’s newest downtown destination If you drive by the massive, 181-acre BullStreet District — known as the largest urban redevelopment project on the…
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Burnette Shutt & McDaniel earns top-tier honors in Best Law Firms
November 1, 2019
Burnette Shutt & McDaniel again has earned Tier 1 honors in two employment law practice areas in the just-released 2020 edition of “Best Law Firms in America.” The top-level rankings…
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Callison Tighe earns 4 Tier 1 honors in Best Law Firms
November 1, 2019
Callison Tighe has earned four Tier 1 honors, and nine honors overall, in the just-released 2020 edition of “Best Law Firms in America.” The Tier 1 honors were in banking…
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Robinson Gray named to top tier in 2020 Best Law Firms in America
November 1, 2019
Robinson Gray has been named in the top tier for the Columbia area in 12 practice areas in the 2020 edition of “Best Law Firms,” a U.S. News – Best…
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