Grand Bahama Disaster Relief Fund established at Coastal Community Foundation to support hurricane recovery efforts
September 4, 2019Coastal Community Foundation is now accepting donations to The Grand Bahama Disaster Relief Fund, established with the Grand Bahama Port Authority, to support recovery efforts after Hurricane Dorian devastated the…
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City of Columbia Municipal Election
September 4, 2019The filing period for the November 5, 2019 Municipal Election opened on Monday, August 19, 2019 at noon and closes on Friday, September 6, 2019 at noon. The following individual(s)…
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Ticket sales for 150th South Carolina State Fair begin Sept. 4
September 4, 2019
Admission tickets and ride vouchers for the 2019 South Carolina State Fair are on sale. Discount admission tickets and ride vouchers are available through Oct. 8 at participating Circle K…
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Select Health makes it easier for members to get medical help during hurricane Dorian
September 4, 2019
Policies Temporarily Lifted to Help Members in Affected Areas Access Needed Care and Services North Charleston, S.C. — Select Health of South Carolina, the state’s oldest and largest Medicaid managed care…
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East Point students learning Mandarin Chinese
September 4, 2019
Columbia’s East Point Academy merges cultures, inspires minds and expands horizons for students by teaching them Mandarin Chinese, the world’s most spoken language. In the process, East Point earned an…
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City of Columbia Municipal Election
September 4, 2019The filing period for the November 5, 2019 Municipal Election opened on Monday, August 19, 2019 at noon and closes on Friday, September 6, 2019 at noon. The following individual(s) have…
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United Way of the Midlands postpones United Way Day to September 17 due to possible impending weather
September 4, 2019
United Way of the Midlands announced it will postpone United Way Day, its annual kickoff event, due to Hurricane Dorian’s potential impact. United Way Day will be held on Tuesday,…
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Cuba: A Family Feud that became Presidential Politics
September 4, 2019
After the Obama thaw, is President Trump returning U.S.-Cuban relations to the chilly days of the Cold War? Will Cuba be our friend or foe? The World Affairs Council Upstate…
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City of Charleston Hurricane Dorian Update
September 4, 2019
September 4 @ 12 PM The city of Charleston continues to operate at OPCON 1, and the Municipal Emergency Operations Center remains fully activated with city officials working in 12-hour…
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Soda City Market partners with The Moore Company
September 4, 2019
Soda City announced a recent partnership with The Moore Company, Columbia’s leading boutique real estate agency. Existing event patrons, prospective residents, and community enthusiasts are encouraged to visit The Moore…
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Seven college students join Northwestern Mutual’s Nationally recognized internship program
September 4, 2019Northwestern Mutual, a leading financial services firm, has selected seven college seniors to gain valuable financial planning experience in the firm’s nationally recognized internship program. Alexandra Worts of Furman University,…
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City of Charleston Hurricane Dorian update
September 4, 2019
As of 4 p.m. yesterday, area landfills have closed and garbage and trash collection has been suspended in all areas of the city until further notice. Citizens are urged to…
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Top Grossing Movies – September 3, 2019
September 3, 2019
Theatrical grosses from comScore Week of 08/30/2019 to 09/05/2019 Rank Title Weeks Weekend Gross Cumulative 1 Angel Has Fallen 2 $11,799,409 $44,489,260 2 Good Boys 3 $9,505,900 $59,199,085 3…
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City of Charleston September 3 Hurricane Dorian update
September 3, 2019
The city of Charleston continues to operate at OPCON 1, indicating the highest state of emergency operations, and the Municipal Emergency Operations Center remains fully activated as officials prepare for…
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Local non-profit to organize Fall River Clean-up
September 3, 2019
Local citizens are coming together to remove litter and debris from the Reedy River as part of this year’s Fall River Clean-up with support from the City of Greenville and…
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1×1 Design’s Asheley Scott St. John recognized as a 2019 Woman of Influence
September 3, 2019
The team at 1×1 Design announced that Asheley Scott St. John, the architecture firm’s president and owner, has been honored among Columbia Regional Business Report’s 2019 Women of Influence. St.…
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Economic Development Partnership hires Avery as Marketing and Research Director
September 3, 2019The Economic Development Partnership, serving Aiken, Edgefield, Saluda and McCormick Counties, announced the hiring of Kelci Avery as its Marketing and Research Director. Avery will be responsible for all aspects…
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City of Charleston moves to OPCON 2
September 3, 2019
The City of Charleston shifted to OPCON 2, in coordination with Charleston County, as city officials continue to monitor and prepare for Hurricane Dorian. Charleston City Council held a telephonic…
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Booth recognized for Spirit of the Upstate award
September 3, 2019Retired Tri-County Technical College president honored for regional economic development contributions An Upstate leader in higher education, and an advocate for regional collaboration, was awarded the prestigious “Spirit of the…
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Tri-County’s Foundation board welcomes seven new members
September 3, 2019Seven community leaders have been elected to serve on Tri-County Technical College’s Foundation Board of Directors. The purpose of the Tri-County Technical College Foundation is to support the objectives and…
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GCM donors help provide 608 students with supplies
September 3, 2019
The back to school program at Greer Community Ministries has nearly doubled in scope over the past three years. This August, donors provided enough school supplies and backpacks worth $50…
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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis Names Brad Livingston as New Director of Administration
September 3, 2019
South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis has hired Brad Livingston as the agency’s new Director of Administration. Livingston is an experienced accountant and financial officer with 26 years of service in…
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September 2019 City Manager Spotlight
September 3, 2019
The City Manager’s Spotlight provides details about what is happening in the City of Columbia in an effort to keep citizens informed about City operations. The City Manager’s Spotlight on…
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NSF grant to ‘SPUR’ academic success
September 3, 2019
The University of South Carolina’s College of Engineering and Computing (CEC) has received nearly $1 million in funding through a grant from the National Science Foundation Scholarships in Science, Technology,…
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LRADAC Launches ‘(luh-ray-dak),’ a new brand campaign
September 3, 2019
For over 40 years, LRADAC has dedicated resources to building a community that embraces recovery and empowers those struggling with substance misuse throughout the Midlands. The nonprofit has recently launched…
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Congaree National Park will close at 12:00 PM on Wednesday, September 4
September 3, 2019
Due to the approach of Hurricane Dorian, Congaree National Park will close at 12:00 PM on Wednesday, September 4. The park, including all trails, facilities and campgrounds, will remain closed…
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Surviving calculus: Darnall W. & Susan F. Boyd Foundation gives $1.25 million to help more freshmen thrive in engineering
September 3, 2019Eighty Clemson University freshmen are participating in a new program that gives them a chance to ease into the challenging math courses that too often derail students’ dreams of becoming…
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City of Charleston September 2 Hurricane Dorian Update
September 3, 2019Sep 2, 2019, 12:51 PM The city of Charleston continues to operate at OPCON 1 with the Municipal Emergency Operations Center fully activated as officials prepare for potential impacts from…
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United Community adds David Ward to commercial leadership team in Spartanburg
September 3, 2019
United Community Bank welcomed David Ward to its Spartanburg team as Senior Vice President, Commercial Relationship Manager. Ward has nearly 30 years of banking experience and will be responsible for…
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MUSC Health clinics closed on Wednesday
September 3, 2019
All MUSC Health and after hours clinics and retail pharmacies (Rutledge Tower, University Hospital and Ashley River Tower) are open today, Tuesday, Sept. 3 with normal hours. MUSC Health clinics…
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Embrace the 2019/2020 season with Ballet Spartanburg
September 2, 2019
“We always feel that each season is extraordinary, full of new ballets, choreography, collaborations. This year is no exception. From a FROZEN land to the magic and silliness of Shakespeare’s…
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City of West Columbia to host U.S. Census Job Fair
September 2, 2019
The City of West Columbia is hosting a U.S. Census Job Fair on Thursday, September 5, 2019, from 10 AM – 3 PM, in the City Hall Parking Lot (200…
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CARTA free student fare program extended through December
September 2, 2019
The Charleston Area Transportation Authority (CARTA) Board of Directors this month voted to extend the system’s pilot Free Student Fares program through December 2019. “We have seen great use and…
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South Carolina Federal Credit Union hours of operation for Hurricane Dorian
September 2, 2019
Release date: 09/02/19 In the interest of member safety, as well as the safety of the employees serving our members, our Charleston area and Georgetown financial centers will be closed…
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Gov. Henry McMaster requests federal disaster declaration in advance of Hurricane Dorian’s potential impact to the state
September 2, 2019COLUMBIA, S.C. – Governor Henry McMaster has submitted to President Donald Trump a request for a federal emergency declaration in anticipation of the possible impact from Hurricane Dorian. A copy of…
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Hurricane Dorian Update 1
September 2, 2019
NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. (Sept. 2, 2019, Noon) – CARTA will suspend regular operations at 8 p.m. on Monday, Sept. 2 until further notice. The system will operate on a Sunday…
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UofSC Campus Update–Hurricane Dorian
September 2, 2019
In consultation with State and County emergency officials, the University of South Carolina plans to remain open this week and classes will meet as scheduled. The current forecast for Columbia…
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Gov. Henry McMaster orders mandatory evacuations for Coastal Counties effective September 2 at noon
September 2, 2019Governor Also Ordered School and State Government Office Closures in Coastal Counties Governor Henry McMaster, in coordination with local officials, has ordered the evacuation of coastal South Carolina residents for their…
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CAE Kicks Off College Football Season
September 2, 2019
Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) celebrated the kick-off to college football on August 30th with the annual Tailgate/Customer Appreciation event in the terminal’s main lobby. Passengers and football fans enjoyed free…
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Last Mile Industrial – Stark Industrial Park
September 2, 2019
■ Building: 157,698 SF ■ Office: 4,500 SF ■ Site Size: 6.42 Acres ■ TMS #: 412-01-00-004 ■ Zoning: Heavy Industrial ■ Docks: 7 – with 6 levelers (expandable by…
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What Can You Access with a Library Card?
September 2, 2019
It’s one, small step that children, teens and adults can take to save hundreds of dollars on educational resources and services. During Library Card Sign-Up Month, which runs through September,…
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Help the Lowcountry Food Bank fight hunger during Hunger Action Month in September
September 2, 2019
In the 10 counties of coastal South Carolina, more than 200,000 of our neighbors struggle with hunger every day and may not know where they’ll find their next meal. Hunger…
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Furman Theatre announces 2019-20 season
September 2, 2019
Furman University Department of Theatre Arts has announced its 2019-2020 season. A part of the university’s history for nearly a century, Furman Theatre brings to the stage a musical and…
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Greenville Technical College opens doors for annual Community Fest
September 1, 2019
Community Fest 2019 @ Greenville Tech will be held on Saturday, October 5 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the college’s Barton Campus. This is a fun day of…
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Lowcountry Food Bank welcomes new employees
September 1, 2019
The Lowcountry Food Bank, whose mission is to lead the fight against hunger throughout the 10 coastal counties of South Carolina, is pleased to announce the hiring of Cecelia Jenkins…
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REI Automation makes Inc. magazine’s list of fastest-growing companies in U.S.
September 1, 2019
REI Automation, a Columbia-based company that specializes in designing and building custom industrial equipment, just made Inc. magazine’s prestigious “Inc. 5000” list of fastest-growing privately held companies in the country.…
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SafeShowings App selected to participate in The Harbor Entrepreneur Center Program
August 30, 2019
SafeShowings, a mobile app created to deter crimes committed against real estate professionals and homeowners, is one of seven area businesses selected to participate in The Harbor Entrepreneur Center’s Accelerator…
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First NCAA-sanctioned game to be played on the The Citadel’s parade field since 2015
August 30, 2019
The Citadel women’s soccer team will host the Navy Midshipmen on Sunday, Sept. 1 at 12 p.m. The game will be played on Summerall Field, in the middle of The Citadel’s campus. This…
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Furman’s Michael Brodeur opens 2019-20 exhibitions in Thompson Gallery – through September 26
August 30, 2019Furman University Associate Professor of Art Michael Brodeur opens the university’s 2019-2020 exhibitions with a show of paintings and other works through Thursday, Sept. 26, in Thompson Gallery, 9 a.m.-5…
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Sharing Hope = The Gift of Life
August 30, 2019
Organ, eye and tissue donations from a deceased loved one not only improve and save lives, but also offer hope and healing for donors’ grieving families. That’s the message Capital…
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