Thornwell Home Builds Better Families
May 8, 2019
Building loving and supportive environments for families and young people is the role undertaken by Thornwell Home for Children since its founding as a Presbyterian ministry in 1875, according to…
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Housing For All-Mount Pleasant Raises $20,000 with Donate2it
May 8, 2019
Crowdfunding Platform Accelerated Fundraising Goal With $5,000 Match Housing For All- Mount Pleasant (HFA) teamed with local crowdfunding platform Donate2it to achieve a major fundraising milestone of $20,000. All told,…
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Henry Frederick “Fritz” Butehorn, III, M.D. named to MUSC board of trustees
May 8, 2019
Newest board member assumes medical seat representing 4th Congressional District The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) and Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA) Board of Trustees announced their newest member is Henry…
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South Carolina’s veteran unemployment rate dropped significantly in 2018
May 8, 2019South Carolina’s annual unemployment rate for veterans declines to 3.3 percent in 2018, down from 3.9 percent in 2017. This is a 15.4 percent drop in the rate year-over-year, and…
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Wyche, P.A. recognized as a leading law firm by Chambers USA
May 8, 2019
Chambers USA (“Chambers”) has recognized Wyche and 11 of its attorneys in the 2019 edition of Chambers USA: America’s Leading Lawyers for Business. Wyche’s Corporate/M&A, Litigation, Environment, and Real Estate practices have…
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Flurry of initiatives announced as Palmetto Goodwill celebrates Goodwill Industries Week
May 8, 2019
Palmetto Goodwill is celebrating Goodwill Industries Week with a number of announcements that highlight its mission impact throughout the eighteen counties it serves. First, Palmetto Goodwill officially announced the opening…
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Ronald Zigmund joins the Pelham Road office of C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS
May 8, 2019
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS is pleased to announce that Ronald Zigmund has joined the company’s Pelham Road office as a sales associate. Originally from Avon, Ohio, Zigmund…
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American Heart Association celebrates Charleston Go Red For Women Luncheon
May 8, 2019
The American Heart Association will welcome more than 200 women at the 7th Annual Charleston Go Red for Women Luncheon on Thursday, May 23rd at Hotel Bennett in downtown Charleston.…
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Sistercare honors two survivors of domestic violence at annual Woman of the Year Celebration
May 8, 2019
Reverend Dr. Sonya Lewis and Stella TLV were the honorees at Sistercare’s annual Woman of the Year Celebration on Thursday, May 2nd, 2019. The Women of the Year event recognizes…
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Abby Jameson joins the Pelham Road office of C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS
May 8, 2019
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announced that Abby Jameson has joined the company’s Pelham Road office as a sales associate. Jameson grew up here in Greenville, where she…
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Engenius launches new website for euphoria
May 8, 2019
Engenius, an Upstate web design and digital marketing company, recently launched a new website for euphoria, the renowned food and wine festival in Greenville, SC. Engenius was commissioned to develop…
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South Carolina’s veteran unemployment rate drops significantly in 2018
May 8, 2019
Announcement Comes as S.C. Department of Employment and Workforce Welcomes New Executive Director The state’s annual unemployment rate for veterans declines to 3.3 percent in 2018, down from 3.9 percent in…
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Denny’s Chief brand officer to speak at Endeavor’s Collaborators & Cocktails on May 21
May 8, 2019
Highly-lauded marketing executive will discuss brand turnaround Endeavor, a coworking space for creatives, agencies and corporate marketing teams in the heart of downtown Greenville, announces that Denny’s senior vice president…
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The Charleston Forum welcomes four new faces to Board of Directors
May 8, 2019
The Charleston Forum warmly welcomes four new members to its Board of Directors. The new board members are local powerhouses; all engaged Lowcountry residents with the leadership skills to facilitate…
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City of Columbia & Columbia Empowerment Zone, Inc. celebrates National Economic Development Week
May 7, 2019The City of Columbia along with Columbia Empowerment Zone, Inc. celebrates National Economic Development Week: May 6 – May 11. On Tuesday, May 7, 2019, Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin…
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South Carolina Aquarium recognized as a 2019 recipient of nation’s highest museum and library honor
May 7, 2019
National Medal for Museum and Library Service Recognizes South Carolina Aquarium’s Community Contributions The Institute of Museum and Library Services today announced the South Carolina Aquarium located in Charleston, South…
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Brig. Gen. Twanda Young to keynote SC State’s spring ROTC Commissioning Ceremony
May 7, 2019
Claflin University graduate, Brig. Gen. Twanda Young, is a 1988 Distinguished Military Graduate of South Carolina State University’s ROTC Program. She will keynote SC State’s U.S. Army ROTC Commissioning Ceremony…
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Registration now open for Summer Reading Program
May 7, 2019
Charleston County Public Library (CCPL) and Charleston County School District (CCSD) are working together to help students and children read more than ever this summer. This joint initiative is part of the…
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State Comptroller General’s Office receives top award for financial reporting for 31st consecutive year
May 7, 2019
The Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA) has awarded South Carolina top honors for its 2018 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report, marking the 31st consecutive year the…
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Neptune Island gets ready for season two
May 7, 2019Neptune Island Waterpark is gearing up to open its gates to the public on May 19, 2019. For those mateys that just cannot wait that long, the park will open…
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Presbyterian College to conduct national search for next director of athletics
May 7, 2019
Danny Sterling, PC’s director of athletics, is leaving the College for family reasons and will return to his home state of Virginia to serve as associate athletic director at Virginia…
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Public Works demolition marks first step in construction of 60-acre Unity Park
May 7, 2019
The City of Greenville took the first step in construction of the 60-acre Unity Park on Thursday with the start of demolition of its former Public Works campus on the…
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Food Lion, the Lowcountry Food Bank and the National Association of Letter Carriers kick off the “Stamp Out Hunger” Food Drive
May 7, 2019
All households encouraged to leave shelf-stable food in mailboxes on Saturday, May 11, for distribution to those who struggle with hunger The 27th annual National Association of Letter Carriers Stamp Out…
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Greenville Chamber, CommunityWorks celebrate Small Business Week with awards ceremony
May 7, 2019
Greenville Chamber and CommunityWorks partnered to recognize local entrepreneurs at the Excellence in Entrepreneurship Small Business Awards on Tuesday, May 7, 2019 as part of National Small Business Week. Presenting…
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School District Five Board of Trustees waives make-up day for May 1
May 7, 2019Lexington-Richland School District Five’s Board of Trustees has voted to forgive a day students missed on May 1, 2019 due to a teacher rally at the statehouse. The day has…
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Charleston office advisors represented the landlord in the lease of 3,552 SF of medical office space in Charleston, SC
May 7, 2019Lee & Associates Charleston and the owners of the West Ashley Medical Center want to congratulate Dr. Kinney on the lease of 3,552 SF in Suite 165 at the…
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Increased passenger traffic, increased flight options at Columbia Metropolitan Airport
May 7, 2019
Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE, here after) announced that passenger traffic continues to reflect steady growth in the first quarter of 2019. In March, traffic stats increased 20% over February with…
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Three Mashburn projects receive Historic Preservation Award
May 7, 2019
On Wednesday, May 1st, Mashburn Construction celebrated three of their recent projects being recognized at the 2019 Preservation Awards hosted by Historic Columbia. The Marks Building, Hotel Trundle/Boudreaux Group, and…
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Rob Shaw Gallery and Framing opens on State Street
May 7, 2019
Rob Shaw Gallery and Framing at 324 State Street in West Columbia will be one of the anchors of the up and coming arts district forming in West Columbia. State…
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Coal Ash Milestone: Last truckload of stored Pond Ash hauled from Grainger
May 7, 2019
At approximately 10:30 a.m. today, Santee Cooper hauled the last load of coal ash that was stored in ash ponds at the former Grainger Generating Station. Santee Cooper will continue…
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Lexington Medical Center welcomes William M. Yarbrough, MD
May 7, 2019
Physician Will Practice at Lexington Cardiovascular Surgery Lexington Medical Center is pleased to welcome William M. Yarbrough to Lexington Cardiovascular Surgery, a hospital physician practice. Dr. Yarbrough proudly joins the…
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KDS Commercial Properties launches real estate investment team
May 7, 2019
Strengthening Investment, Acquisition and Development Capabilities KDS Commercial Properties, LLC, a Greenville-based commercial real estate firm, announces the addition of Travis Lacey and Nathan Long to lead KDS’ real estate…
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DPX Technologies announces collaboration with Richland Country Sheriff’s Department for automated workflow for cannabis differentiation
May 7, 2019
DPX Technologies, Hamilton Company and Richland County Sheriff’s Department published an article in Forensic Magazine that describes the process by which they developed robust testing for cannabis analysis. The automated…
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Food Lion, the Lowcountry Food Bank and the National Association of Letter Carriers kick off the “Stamp Out Hunger” Food Drive
May 7, 2019
Food Lion, the Lowcountry Food Bank and the National Association of Letter Carriers Kick Off the “Stamp Out Hunger” Food Drive All households encouraged to leave shelf-stable food in mailboxes…
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14 Womble Bond Dickinson (US) LLP lawyers in South Carolina recognized by Chambers in 2019 reports
May 7, 2019
Fourteen Womble Bond Dickinson (US) LLP attorneys in the firm’s Charleston, Columbia and Greenville offices have been recognized in the Chambers USA 2019 guide. Womble Bond Dickinson South Carolina attorneys…
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Charleston Symphony hires Ryan Silvestri as Charleston Symphony Youth Orchestra conductor
May 7, 2019
The Charleston Symphony announced Ryan Silvestri as the conductor for its new education program, Charleston Symphony Youth Strings (CSYS). The program will launch in September of 2019. CSYS will serve…
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BlueCross and BlueChoice® receive customer service awards
May 7, 2019
For the sixth year in a row, the customer service advocates (CSAs) of BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina and BlueChoice® HealthPlan have received recognition for providing superior service to the…
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LS3P’S Charleston office recognizes outstanding team members
May 6, 2019
LS3P congratulates thirteen Charleston team members who were recently recognized for exemplary efforts. Marketing & Communications Officer Katie Robinson, CKM and Senior Project Manager Roy Selvidge, AIA, LEED AP were…
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Furman University receives grant to help reduce food waste, address food insecurity on campus
May 6, 2019
Furman University is among 27 academic institutions that will receive funding from PepsiCo Recycling for campus sustainability efforts. Now in its third year, PepsiCo’s Zero Impact Fund (ZIF) allows representatives…
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Top Grossing Movies – May 6, 2019
May 6, 2019
Week of 05/03/2019 to 05/09/2019 Rank Title Weeks Weekend Gross Cumulative 1 Avengers: Endgame 2 $147,383,211 $621,277,849 2 The Intruder 1 $10,855,054 $10,855,054 3 Long Shot 1 $9,740,064 $9,740,064 4…
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Turner Padget law firm celebrates 90th anniversary
May 6, 2019
Turner Padget celebrates 90 years of practice and client service this year, marking a new era for the firm and its continued growth. Founded in 1929, Turner Padget has grown…
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Discount Tire opens first tire store in Sumter
May 6, 2019
National tires and wheels leader to meet demand in Sumter County Discount Tire, the world’s largest independent tire and wheel retailer, opened its first location in Sumter to meet demand…
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Postponed:The Xtra Inch announces 2019 First Choice Fit® Marcus Lattimore Football Camp in Columbia, Saturday, May 11
May 6, 2019
This Saturday’s First Choice Fit Marcus Lattimore Football Camp in Columbia, South Carolina has been postponed due to the inclement weather forecast. We apologize for any inconvenience this may have…
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Clemson University helps Artisphere celebrate 15th anniversary
May 6, 2019
Everyone knows that singing into a microphone produces sound, but one that also creates light will be in downtown Greenville this weekend, as Clemson University helps one of the nation’s…
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Gov. Henry McMaster announces South Carolina’s first State Child Advocate
May 6, 2019Amanda F. Whittle to Lead the New S.C. Department of Children’s Advocacy Governor Henry McMaster today announced that Amanda F. Whittle will be the first person to fill the position…
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Greenville Housing Fund hires new Chief Executive Officer
May 6, 2019
The Greenville Housing Fund (GHF) announced the hire of their CEO, Bryan Brown. In this role, Brown will oversee all planning, directing and management of affordable housing and strategic revenue…
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Four South Carolina SBDC clients win State SBA Awards
May 6, 2019
Karen Jenkins, Boyd & Nicole Johnson, Srikanth Kodeboyina and Hemalata Patel recognized for excellence in advancing the needs of the small business community The South Carolina Small Business Development Centers…
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Mullikin inducted into elite “fight club”
May 6, 2019
By W. Thomas Smith Jr. COLUMBIA, S.C. – Maj. Gen. (Ret.) Tom Mullikin was inducted into the South Carolina Black Belt Hall of Fame (SCBBHOF) during ceremonies at Indigo Jones…
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CSU celebrates largest graduating class
May 6, 2019
Charleston Southern University graduated its largest class in university history with more than 770 graduates May 4 at North Charleston Coliseum. Princeton McBride, a double major in Christian studies and…
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CyberSC to present Annual Awards for Cyber Excellence at 3rd Annual Cybersecurity Summit in Greenville on May 16th
May 6, 2019CyberSC announced the recipients of the 2019 CyberSC Awards for Cyber Excellence. Award recipients in three categories – Industry, Government, and Academia – will be recognized at the SC Chamber…
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