Helen Butler Joins William Means Real Estate Agent Team
February 11, 2015CHARLESTON, SC – Real estate agent Helen Butler has joined the William Means Real Estate team. A Charleston native, Butler has worked in real estate for more than 18 years,…
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The Citadel names three finalists for provost; Hines to retire from position
February 11, 2015Dr. Sam Hines has helped lead The Citadel to national prominence during his tenure CHARLESTON, SC – Three finalists are under consideration for the position of provost and dean of…
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First Choice Member Scholarship Applications Due March 15
February 11, 2015NORTH CHARLESTON, SC – First Choice by Select Health of South Carolina is offering two scholarships to qualified applicants who are furthering their education or pursuing a second career in…
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Speaker Lucas: House Introduces Roads Bills
February 11, 2015Two Plans to Fix SC’s Crumbling Infrastructure COLUMBIA, SC – House Speaker Jay Lucas (District 65-Darlington) released the following statement after several pieces of comprehensive infrastructure reform legislation were introduced in…
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Science & Mathematics Governor’s School Receives Support From The Boeing Company
February 11, 2015Partnership Will Establish a STEM Continuous Engagement Partnership with Orangeburg Consolidated School District Five CHARLESTON, SC – The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics (GSSM) is pleased to…
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South Carolina exporters post 5th consecutive record year: $29.7 billion in 2014
February 11, 2015State ranked as the top exporter of tires and completed passenger motor vehicles COLUMBIA, SC – For the fifth consecutive year, the state of South Carolina has set a record for total…
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Bolt, Franklin Named To Sales Team At EDTS
February 11, 2015GREENVILLE, SC – Surging demand for IT management and security solutions has led EDTS, a regional IT services company specializing in managed IT services, network security, and advanced infrastructure for…
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Mauldin Rotary honors three with Service Above Self Award
February 11, 2015MAULDIN, SC – The Rotary Club of Mauldin celebrated 35 years of service by honoring three community leaders who embody the organization’s purpose of service above self. The honorees include…
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Ogletree Deakins’ Gray Geddie Named a BTI Client Service All-Star
February 11, 2015GREENVILLE, SC – Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C. (Ogletree Deakins), one of the largest labor and employment law firms representing management, is pleased to announce that Gray Geddie,…
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Boyd and Wyatt Sports team up for football clinic
February 11, 2015GREENVILLE, SC – Former Clemson star quarterback Tajh Boyd will be holding his first youth clinic in the Midlands region later this month. The Tajh Boyd Football Fundamentals Youth Clinic…
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Greenville Technical College to Host FAFSA Fridays for Financial Aid Awareness Month
February 11, 2015GREENVILLE, SC – February is Financial Aid Awareness Month and the Financial Aid Office at Greenville Technical College (GTC) will host free FAFSA workshops called FAFSA Fridays. Financial aid officers…
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Annual Gospel Fest and Heritage Tea Planned at the Fine Arts Center of Kershaw County
February 11, 2015CAMDEN, SC – The Multi-Cultural Committee of the Fine Arts Center of Kershaw County (FAC) proudly announces plans for the annual Gospel Fest and Heritage Tea, as part of a celebration…
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Amy Clayton Strengthens Womble Carlyle’s South Carolina Real Estate Team
February 11, 2015GREENVILLE, SC – Womble Carlyle announced the addition of attorney Amy H. Clayton to the firm’s Real Estate practice group as a partner in Womble Carlyle’s Greenville office (following a transitional…
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Boyd and Wyatt Sports team up for football clinic
February 11, 2015GREENVILLE, SC – Former Clemson star quarterback Tajh Boyd will be holding his first youth clinic in the Midlands region later this month. The Tajh Boyd Football Fundamentals Youth Clinic…
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New Leadership at Legal Marketing Association in Columbia
February 11, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – The Legal Marketing Association’s (LMA) Southeastern Chapter has announced a new leadership team for its Columbia City Group in 2015. The Chair of the Columbia City…
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Ogletree Deakins’ Ted Speth Named a BTI Client Service All-Star
February 11, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C. (Ogletree Deakins), one of the largest labor and employment law firms representing management, is pleased to announce that Ted Speth has…
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Southland CEO Visits China, Reaches Agreement For More Log Home Exports
February 11, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – The CEO of Southland Log Homes traveled to the People’s Republic of China in January to visit a completed Southland log home in Hunan Province. Ken Sekley,…
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Lake Carolina Gives $17,000 to Charity
February 11, 2015Lake Carolina 2014 Events Raise $17,000 for Children’s Charities of the Midlands COLUMBIA, SC – Lake Carolina’s annual Polar Bear Plunge, Oyster Roast and Wine & Food Festival events raised money for…
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Watson Tate Savory Welcomes Three New Staff Members
February 11, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – Watson Tate Savory (WTS) is pleased to welcome Kaitlyn Childes, Ronna Emerling and Natalyn Giverson to the firm’s staff. “WTS is excited to bring Kaitlyn’s, Ronna’s and…
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Terminix Service, Inc. Announces Corporate and Branch Manager Promotions
February 11, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – Teminix Service, Inc. (TSI) is proud to announce the promotion of David Knick to Corporate Training and Technical Supervisor. Knick will bring his 23 years of experience…
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Bolt, Franklin Named To Sales Team At EDTS
February 11, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – February 18, 2015 – Surging demand for IT management and security solutions has led EDTS, a regional IT services company specializing in managed IT services, network security,…
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Annual Gospel Fest and Heritage Tea Planned at the Fine Arts Center of Kershaw County
February 11, 2015CAMDEN, SC – The Multi-Cultural Committee of the Fine Arts Center of Kershaw County (FAC) proudly announces plans for the annual Gospel Fest and Heritage Tea, as part of a celebration…
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Southland CEO Visits China, Reaches Agreement For More Log Home Exports
February 11, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – The CEO of Southland Log Homes traveled to the People’s Republic of China in January to visit a completed Southland log home in Hunan Province. Ken Sekley,…
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Ogletree Deakins’ Ted Speth Named a BTI Client Service All-Star
February 11, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C. (Ogletree Deakins), one of the largest labor and employment law firms representing management, is pleased to announce that Ted Speth has…
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Bolt, Franklin Named To Sales Team At EDTS
February 11, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – February 18, 2015 – Surging demand for IT management and security solutions has led EDTS, a regional IT services company specializing in managed IT services, network security,…
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New Leadership at Legal Marketing Association in Columbia
February 11, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – The Legal Marketing Association’s (LMA) Southeastern Chapter has announced a new leadership team for its Columbia City Group in 2015. The Chair of the Columbia City…
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Boyd and Wyatt Sports team up for football clinic
February 11, 2015GREENVILLE, SC – Former Clemson star quarterback Tajh Boyd will be holding his first youth clinic in the Midlands region later this month. The Tajh Boyd Football Fundamentals Youth Clinic…
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Legal Marketing Veteran Announces LinkedIn Marketing Seminars for Attorneys
February 10, 2015CLINTON, SC – Stewart Marketing & Consulting has announced its initial schedule of social media seminars focused on “Using LinkedIn as a Professional and Organizational Tool.” Led by industry marketing veteran…
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South Carolina Agriculture and Forestry Industries Have $41.7 Billion Economic Impact
February 10, 2015Governor Haley/Commissioner Weathers cite 23% growth since 2006; Industries account for more than 212,000 jobs COLUMBIA, SC – South Carolina agriculture and forestry have grown 23 percent since 2006 to have an…
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Allendale County Schools Awarded EPA Rebates to Replace Aging School Buses
February 10, 2015ATLANTA, SC – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced Allendale County Schools via the South Carolina Department of Education has been awarded a portion of more than $3 million…
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McNair Welcomes Back Brad Wright
February 10, 2015COLUMBIA, SC –McNair Law Firm announced the addition of special counsel Bradley S. Wright to the firm’s Columbia office. Brad will focus his practice on regulatory, governmental and transactional matters.…
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Blackbaud, Inc. Announces 2014 Fourth Quarter and Full Year Results
February 10, 2015CHARLESTON, SC – Blackbaud, Inc. (Nasdaq:BLKB), a leading global provider of software and services for the nonprofit, charitable giving and education communities, today announced financial results for its fourth quarter…
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At $41.7 billion, agribusiness remains SC’s No. 1 industry
February 10, 2015COLUMBIA, SC — The largest industry in South Carolina has cast aside the withering effects of the Great Recession and continued to flourish at an impressive rate, according to a…
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YMCA of Columbia Launches 2015 Annual Campaign to Support Community Needs
February 10, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – The YMCA of Columbia has launched its annual campaign to ensure that everyone in the Midlands has access to vital community programs and resources that support youth development,…
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Koyo Corporation in Blythewood Raises over $20,000 for United Way to Improve the Quality of Life in the Midlands
February 10, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – Koyo Corporation has raised $20,683 for United Way of the Midlands to support their work in education, financial stability and health. “Koyo is committed to being a great…
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One Columbia and University of South Carolina Calls for Artists
February 10, 2015Proposals Accepted through March 13, 2015 COLUMBIA SC – One Columbia for Arts and History, the University of South Carolina and the City of Columbia are proud to announce…
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Habitat for Humanity receives South Carolina Nonprofit Excellence Award
February 10, 2015GREENVILLE, SC – Habitat for Humanity of Greenville County received the 2015 Nonprofit Excellence Award, given annually by the SC Association of Nonprofit Organizations (SCANPO). The Nonprofit Excellence Award recognizes…
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Rotary Club of Greenville honors three law enforcement officials
February 10, 2015GREENVILLE, SC – The Rotary Club of Greenville honored three law enforcement officers for exceptional service today. The Rotary Club of Greenville held its annual Law Enforcement Appreciation Day at…
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PB Inspector App Provides Convenience for on Location Inspections
February 10, 2015GREENVILLE, SC – PropertyBoss Solutions, a provider of comprehensive property management software solutions, announces the release of their PB Inspector mobile application designed for on-site inspections. The capability-rich, easy to…
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Sowell Gray member Betsy Gray honored with TWIN award
February 10, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – Betsy Gray was awarded the Palmetto Center for Women’s (PCW) Tribute to Women and Industry (TWIN) award at a luncheon held Thursday, February 5th. The TWIN awards…
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Boardman and Gibson form New Company
February 10, 2015AUGUSTA, GA – Clay Boardman and John Gibson announced that they have formed The Vireo Group to provide commercial retail leasing, management and development services. Prior to forming the Vireo…
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Sowell Gray member Betsy Gray honored with TWIN award
February 10, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – Betsy Gray was awarded the Palmetto Center for Women’s (PCW) Tribute to Women and Industry (TWIN) award at a luncheon held Thursday, February 5th. The TWIN awards…
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GSSM Robotics Team Wins South Carolina FTC FIRST Tech Challenge State Competition
February 9, 2015COLUMBIA, SC, February 6, 2015 – The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics’ (GSSM) robotics team 772, Caveman with Rock, has been selected to represent South Carolina in the…
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Richland and Lexington County Road Construction Information for Week Beginning
February 9, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – Expect delays and nighttime lane closures for exit ramp work on Interstate 20 at SC 215 Monticello Road (MM 68) in both directions. Completion is anticipated June 30,…
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White Knoll Elementary school nurse receives statewide honor
February 9, 2015LEXINGTON, SC – White Knoll Elementary School Nurse and 2014 Lexington One School Nurse of the Year Amy Wood was named the 2015 South Carolina School Nurse (RN) of the…
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Mayor Benjamin welcomes new Mayor’s Fellows to City Hall
February 9, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin has ten new students as fellows this semester in his Mayor’s Fellows program. The fellowship, which provides both undergraduate and masters-level students the opportunity…
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Five Points Association to Host Month Long Blood Drive
February 9, 2015COLUMBIA, S.C. (February 9, 2015) – In honor of the Five Points’ Centennial, the Five Points Association has teamed up with the American Red Cross to host a month long blood…
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South Carolina Department of Revenue Reviewing Suspected Returns to Prevent Fraudulent Refunds
February 9, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – The South Carolina Department of Revenue (SCDOR) is reviewing a significant number of 2014 income tax returns flagged as being potentially fraudulent. The review is directly related…
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Partner Breon C. M. Walker Elected to the Board of Directors for the 701 Center for Contemporary Arts
February 9, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – Gallivan, White & Boyd, P.A. is pleased to announce Breon C. M. Walker has been elected to the Board of Directors for the 701 Center for Contemporary…
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Law Enforcement Leaders Throw Support Behind Felix for Sheriff
February 9, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – Ed Felix picked up endorsements from key law enforcement advocates in the race for Lexington County Sheriff. Doug Wright, Director of the National Criminal Enforcement Association (NCEA)…
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