Be part of the magic of the 29th Festival of Trees benefiting Palmetto Health Children’s Hospital
August 8, 2018
From Dr. Seuss and Harry Potter to USC vs. Clemson and Mardi Gras, creatively-themed holiday items bring magic to Festival of Trees! Palmetto Health Foundation welcomes item donations for the…
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New climate controlled self-storage facility ready for business in North Charleston, SC
August 8, 2018
Miller-Valentine Group recently completed a new three-story 90,000 SF climate controlled self-storage building featuring units that range in size from 5’x5’ to 10’x30’, commercial-grade climate control systems, and state-of-the-art security…
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Pet rescue key for Pawmetto Lifeline
August 8, 2018
Pawmetto Lifeline’s work on behalf of animal rescue and welfare in the Midlands paid dividends for more than 45,000 companion pets in the Midlands last year, according Jack Sloan, director…
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Renade Helton joins the Easley office of C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS
August 8, 2018
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS is pleased to announce that Renade Helton has joined the company’s Easley office as a sales associate. Helton is a native of Pickens…
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Serendipity Labs hosting two networking events open to the public – August 8 & 22
August 8, 2018
The launch of Serendipity Labs is just around the corner. To celebrate what’s coming, Serendipity Labs will be both hosting and sponsoring two upcoming events perfect for young professional networking…
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Smith Moore Leatherwood attorney Kate Laffitte listed in Greenville Business Magazine’s Best & Brightest 35 and Under
August 8, 2018
Smith Moore Leatherwood attorney Katherine Hendricks Laffitte has been selected to Greenville Business Magazine’s 2018 Best & Brightest 35 and Under. Laffitte is one of 37 young professionals recognized by…
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Tri-County organizations launch partnership to improve early childhood education and care in Berkeley County
August 8, 2018Six Charleston-area organizations, a mental health professional, a doula, and a data expert have come together to form a coalition designed to improve the wellbeing and potential of children affected…
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Women in Philanthropy awards $50,000 grant to Homeless No More
August 8, 2018
Women in Philanthropy (WIP) announced Homeless No More as its 2018 grantee of $50,000 to help fund the agency’s program that provides life skills, professional development and personal coaching for…
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Do you feel like Katie Pell does?
August 7, 2018The Columbia Museum of Art announces the major exhibitionSomething’s Happening: The Big Art of Katie Pell, on view from Friday, August 17, throughSunday, October 28, 2018. Organized by the CMA, Pell’s…
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Greenville Zoo welcomes baby orangutan
August 7, 2018
Greenville Zoo director Jeff Bullock announced this afternoon that just before 6 a.m. this morning, doctors delivered a healthy, 2.9-pound female baby orangutan via C-section. Mother Lana is doing well and has…
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Upstate Forever permanently protects 488 more acres
August 7, 2018
Upstate Forever now protects nearly 500 acres on two tracts in Pickens and Cherokee Counties through wetland and stream mitigation partnerships. Working closely with the SC Department of Transportation, Upstate…
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Springbrook Autism Behavioral Health launches ‘Converge Autism Radio’ podcast on Mental Health News Radio
August 7, 2018
Springbrook Autism Behavioral Health, a nationally acclaimed residential program specializing in the treatment of behavioral issues exhibited by children and young adults with autism, announces the launch of “Converge Autism…
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Nexton adds to modern Lowcountry lifestyle with three new award-winning home builders
August 7, 2018Homebuyers who seek the vibrant Nexton lifestyle are now able to choose from an even larger selection of homes. Nextonhas added to its group of national and regional home builders by…
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Moore Beauston & Woodham announces addition
August 7, 2018
Moore Beauston & Woodham L.L.P., a full service accounting and consulting firm with offices in West Columbia, Charleston, Greenville and Hartsville, South Carolina announced that: Leigh Anne Conto has joined…
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New climate controlled self-storage facility ready for business in North Charleston, SC
August 7, 2018Miller-Valentine Group recently completed a new three-story 90,000 SF climate controlled self-storage building featuring units that range in size from 5’x5’ to 10’x30’, commercial-grade climate control systems, and state-of-the-art security…
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Two SCDOT projects honored in Southeast regional transportation competition
August 7, 2018
The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) won two honors in a Southeast regional transportation award competition. SCDOT was awarded two out of eight winning projects announced Tuesday, Aug. 7, 2018,…
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Lexington District One Board votes to pursue five-year building plan
August 7, 2018The Lexington County School District One Board of Trustees voted to pursue a $365 million five-year building plan to address rapid student growth after hearing a third reading of a…
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CarolinaPower recognized as a Best Place to Work in South Carolina
August 7, 2018CarolinaPower was honored as one of South Carolina’s Best Places to Work by the South Carolina Chamber of Commerce at an awards dinner and reception on August 2, 2018. One…
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Cindy Moore joins the Easley office of C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS
August 7, 2018Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announced that Cindy Youngblood Moore has joined the company’s Easley office as a sales associate. Moore is a native of Easley and taught…
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August 31st Food Truck Friday at The Ponds includes nine of the Lowcountry’s favorite food trucks
August 7, 2018Nine local food trucks are participating in The Ponds’ Food Truck Friday, August 31st from 5 – 8 PM. The event takes place under the canopy of live oaks surrounding…
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Synergy Steel locating new operations in Lancaster County
August 7, 2018
Light Gauge Steel Manufacturer Creating 139 New Jobs Synergy Steel announced plans to establish new operations in Lancaster County. The $2.8 million investment is projected to create 139 new positions.…
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CompletePR hires Anna Rice as PR Associate
August 7, 2018Complete Public Relations has added Anna Rice as a new member of the team. Rice graduated from Clemson University in the spring of 2018 with a bachelor’s degree in visual…
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Erskine Seminary rejoices in 180 Years of God’s Grace
August 7, 2018“Celebration, Rejoicing in 180 Years of God’s Grace” is a new book of sermons celebrating God’s faithful sustenance and support of one of the South’s oldest seminaries. The book includes…
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Celebrating Black Philanthropy Month 2018: For the Culture, For the Future
August 7, 2018Local young professionals to partner with Central Carolina Community Foundation to celebrate Black Philanthropy Month in the Midlands. Central Carolina Community Foundation, the Midlands’ local center for philanthropy, invites the…
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Tower at 1301 Gervais becomes first in Columbia to get Wired Certifcation
August 7, 2018Three RealOp Investment properties in South Carolina are becoming the first in the state to garner Wired Certification for superior internet connectivity. The properties include the Bank of America building…
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HOP Shuttle sets ridership record for third consecutive month
August 7, 2018
Ridership on the Charleston Area Regional Transportation Authority’s Hospitality on Peninsula (HOP) Shuttle surpassed 10,000 in July, the third-straight record-setting month for the pilot park-and-ride program. “There is clear demand and need…
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Chris Abbott joins Capital Bank
August 7, 2018Capital Bank, which recently merged with First Tennessee Bank, is proud to announce that Chris Abbott has joined the company as senior vice president. Abbott will oversee strategies and execution…
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IAAM receives $500,000 grant from Fluor Foundation
August 7, 2018From left to right: Joseph P. Riley, Jr., IAAM Board Member and former Charleston Mayor; Torrence Robinson, Fluor’s Senior Director of Global Community Affairs and President of the Fluor Foundation;…
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WorldMark by Wyndham opens in South Myrtle Beach
August 7, 2018Wyndham Destinations announced the opening of WorldMark Myrtle Beach – Plantation Resort. It is the first WorldMark property in South Carolina. “WorldMark by Wyndham has great drive-to offerings, with a heavy west…
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Charitable Foundation donates $10,000 to the Lowcountry Food Bank
August 7, 2018
The Lowcountry Food Bank announced the receipt of $10,000 from the Food Lion Feeds Charitable Foundation to support child hunger-relief efforts in coastal South Carolina. According to the recent Map…
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Introducing new weight loss and wellness center: Healing at Sweetgrass
August 7, 2018
Healing at Sweetgrass, led by medical director Michael Bauerschmidt, MD, is a weight loss and wellness center committed to helping residents of Charleston and nearby areas find balance in their…
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ONCAP acquires Precision Global
August 7, 2018
ONCAP announced it has acquired Precision Global, a leading global manufacturer of dispensing solutions. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed. Founded in 1949, Precision’s dispensing solutions include more than…
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August 31st Food Truck Friday at The Ponds includes nine of the Lowcountry’s favorite food trucks
August 7, 2018
Nine local food trucks are participating in The Ponds’ Food Truck Friday, August 31st from 5 – 8 PM. The event takes place under the canopy of live oaks surrounding…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc Category: on-the-move
CarolinaPower recognized as a Best Place to Work in South Carolina
August 7, 2018
CarolinaPower was honored as one of South Carolina’s Best Places to Work by the South Carolina Chamber of Commerce at an awards dinner and reception on August 2, 2018. One…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: construction, on-the-move
Celebrating Black Philanthropy Month 2018: For the Culture, For the Future
August 7, 2018Local young professionals to partner with Central Carolina Community Foundation to celebrate Black Philanthropy Month in the Midlands. Central Carolina Community Foundation, the Midlands’ local center for philanthropy, invites the…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: non-profit, on-the-move
Chris Abbott joins Capital Bank
August 7, 2018
Capital Bank, which recently merged with First Tennessee Bank, is proud to announce that Chris Abbott has joined the company as senior vice president. Abbott will oversee strategies and execution…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc Category: banking-and-finance, on-the-move
Cindy Moore joins the Easley office of C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS
August 7, 2018
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announced that Cindy Youngblood Moore has joined the company’s Easley office as a sales associate. Moore is a native of Easley and taught…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: on-the-move, residential-real-estate
CompletePR hires Anna Rice as PR Associate
August 7, 2018
Complete Public Relations has added Anna Rice as a new member of the team. Rice graduated from Clemson University in the spring of 2018 with a bachelor’s degree in visual…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: employment, on-the-move
Erskine Seminary rejoices in 180 Years of God’s Grace
August 7, 2018
“Celebration, Rejoicing in 180 Years of God’s Grace” is a new book of sermons celebrating God’s faithful sustenance and support of one of the South’s oldest seminaries. The book includes…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: education, on-the-move
Tower at 1301 Gervais becomes first in Columbia to get Wired Certifcation
August 7, 2018
Three RealOp Investment properties in South Carolina are becoming the first in the state to garner Wired Certification for superior internet connectivity. The properties include the Bank of America building…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: on-the-move, technology
Historic South of Broad Waterfront Property goes on the market
August 6, 2018
For the first time in five generations, the 19th-century Shackleford-Williams House at 31 East Battery is for sale. William Means Real Estate, one of the oldest real estate companies in Charleston and…
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Don Skinner joins Frampton Construction as assistant project manager
August 6, 2018
Frampton Construction Company, LLC, a regional full-service construction firm providing planning and design support, preconstruction, construction services, and sustainability services throughout the Carolinas, has added Don Skinner as assistant project…
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City of Charleston sends Cease and Desist Letter to Bird Rides, Inc.
August 6, 2018
Today, City of Charleston Assistant Corporation Counsel Steve Ruemelin sent a cease and desist letter to Bird Rides, Inc. regarding their operation of an unlicensed and illegal motorized scooter rental…
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Hailey Clifton joins the Lee & Associates Charleston office team
August 6, 2018
The Charleston office of Lee & Associates, one of the largest broker-owned commercial brokerage firms in the nation, announced that Hailey Clifton has joined the Brokerage Team as a Commercial…
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Carolina One “Launches” new training program
August 6, 2018
In March 2018, Carolina One Real Estate kicked off the inaugural Carolina One Launch Program for newly licensed agents. For Carolina One and the real estate industry, this marks a dramatic departure in…
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Interim HealthCare of the Upstate receives A+ Certification from The Home Care Standards Bureau
August 6, 2018
Interim HealthCare of the Upstate, a locally owned and operated home health and hospice services provider, is excited to announce that the home care agency has received an A+ certification…
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Foxfire hires Meaghan Carrigan to lead their Value-Added Reseller Channel
August 6, 2018
Foxfire, a provider of supply chain software specializing in Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), welcomes Meaghan Carrigan as the newest addition to lead Foxfire’s Value-Added Reseller (VAR) Channel. In this position,…
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BLE continues to grow with new hires Ashley Sellers and Noel Gregorio
August 6, 2018Bunnell Lammons Engineering (BLE) is pleased to announce the addition of Ashley Sellers and Noel Gregorio. Ashley Sellers, a Greenville native, has joined BLE as Communications Coordinator. Sellers manages communications and marketing for…
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Top Grossing Movies – August 6
August 6, 2018
Theatrical grosses from comScore Week of 08/03/2018 to 08/09/2018 Rank Title Rating Distributor Weeks Weekend Locs Weekend Gross Cumulative 1 Mission: Impossible – Fallout PG13 Paramount 2 4,395 $35,323,815…
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School District Five names new principal of CrossRoads Intermediate School
August 6, 2018
Lexington-Richland School District Five has named veteran educator Justin Thomas the new principal of CrossRoads Intermediate School. Thomas has served on administrative leadership teams at both Dutch Fork Middle and…
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