Central Carolina Community Foundation Announces 2014 Best of Philanthropy Awards Recipients
October 6, 2014Tickets now on sale for cocktail gala Nov. 13, 2014 COLUMBIA, SC – Central Carolina Community Foundation and Columbia Metropolitan Magazine will recognize the recipients of the 2014 Best of…
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Chapin High School student named SC student correspondent for Shrine Bowl
October 6, 2014CHAPIN – A Chapin High School student has been selected as one of two student correspondents for the 78th Shrine Bowl of the Carolinas, an annual game featuring many of…
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Featured Farms Unearthed; Ingredient Sneak Peek for Fall Harvest Week at Motor Supply Co. Bistro, Oct. 7-12, 2014
October 6, 2014October 7-12, 2014 ~ COLUMBIA, SC – New Midlands farms join the ranks for Motor Supply’s Fall Harvest Week, October 7-12, 2014, the weeklong fête featuring a specialty dinner menu and…
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Featured Farms Unearthed; Ingredient Sneak Peek for Fall Harvest Week at Motor Supply Co. Bistro, Oct. 7-12, 2014
October 6, 2014October 7-12, 2014 ~ COLUMBIA, SC – New Midlands farms join the ranks for Motor Supply’s Fall Harvest Week, October 7-12, 2014, the weeklong fête featuring a specialty dinner menu and…
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DNA Presented at SCASA Conference
October 5, 2014
GREENVILLE, SC – DNA Creative Communications (DNA), a public relations and marketing agency for nonprofits in Greenville, SC, presented Recruiting via Social Media at the South Carolina Association of School Administrators…
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Stephen C. Mitchell Selected Managing Partner of Fisher & Phillips’ Columbia Office
October 3, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – Stephen C. Mitchell has been selected managing partner of the Columbia office of Fisher & Phillips LLP as part of a planned transition that took effect on…
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AgFirst Names Eric Wilkowski Vice President, Correspondent Lending
October 3, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – AgFirst Farm Credit Bank recently named Eric Wilkowski to the position of vice president of correspondent lending, where he is responsible for leading the Bank’s initiatives to…
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SC Treasurer’s Office Names Scott Lindenberg Public Information Director
October 3, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – Scott Lindenberg has joined the South Carolina Office of State Treasurer as public information director. Lindenberg will oversee strategic communications for the office including marketing and branding,…
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SC Treasurer’s Office Names Scott Lindenberg Public Information Director
October 3, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – Scott Lindenberg has joined the South Carolina Office of State Treasurer as public information director. Lindenberg will oversee strategic communications for the office including marketing and branding,…
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Stephen C. Mitchell Selected Managing Partner of Fisher & Phillips’ Columbia Office
October 3, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – Stephen C. Mitchell has been selected managing partner of the Columbia office of Fisher & Phillips LLP as part of a planned transition that took effect on…
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SC Treasurer’s Office Names Scott Lindenberg Public Information Director
October 3, 2014
COLUMBIA, SC – Scott Lindenberg has joined the South Carolina Office of State Treasurer as public information director. Lindenberg will oversee strategic communications for the office including marketing and branding,…
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AgFirst Names Eric Wilkowski Vice President, Correspondent Lending
October 3, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – AgFirst Farm Credit Bank recently named Eric Wilkowski to the position of vice president of correspondent lending, where he is responsible for leading the Bank’s initiatives to…
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South Carolina Department of Agriculture Names Amy London Grants Coordinator
October 2, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – The South Carolina Department of Agriculture (SCDA) is pleased to announce the promotion of Amy London to Grants Coordinator. In this new role, Amy will serve the entire…
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Tactical Medical Solutions Expands Anderson County Presence
October 2, 2014Trauma Supplies Company Invests $2.5 Million On Larger Campus Creating 15 New Jobs ANDERSON, SC – A company specializing in medical and triage supplies for first responders, military and…
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Flu Shots for Veterans enrolled in VA healthcare
October 2, 2014
COLUMBIA, SC – The Wm. Jennings Bryan Dorn VA Medical Center is now offering the seasonal flu vaccine at no cost to Veterans to help keep them healthy. Veterans can…
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Rental Rates Approaching Record Highs and Still Climbing
October 2, 2014
KEY TAKEAWAYS > The Columbia, SC office market vacancy rate continues to decline. Rental rates are on the rise and expected to reach record levels. > Residential and student housing developments drive…
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Richland County Month in Review: September
October 2, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – The following are highlights from Richland County Government in September: Councilman Torrey Rush, District 7, presented a resolution Sept. 11 recognizing the last Saturday in September…
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Richardson Plowden makes a visual impact with the launch of its newly redesigned website
October 2, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – Richardson Plowden & Robinson, P.A. announced the launch of its newly redesigned website, www.RichardsonPlowden.com. Dramatic visuals, user-friendly navigation, and custom photography are just a few of the many…
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The McKay Firm Welcomes New Associate, Ms. Courtney Pawley
October 2, 2014
COLUMBIA, SC – McKay, Cauthen, Settana, & Stubley, P.A. announced the addition of Courtney R. Pawley as the newest associate at the firm. Ms. Pawley, a Kentucky native, practices in the area of medical…
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South Carolina expands small business export initiative with SCOPE
October 2, 2014Program generated $4.7 million in export sales since 2011 CHARLESTON, SC – The State of South Carolina is expanding its export initiative for in-state businesses through a new program: South Carolina Opportunities…
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Richardson Plowden makes a visual impact with the launch of its newly redesigned website
October 2, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – Richardson Plowden & Robinson, P.A. announced the launch of its newly redesigned website, www.RichardsonPlowden.com. Dramatic visuals, user-friendly navigation, and custom photography are just a few of the many…
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South Carolina Agent Joins National Big “I” Leadership Team
October 1, 2014Jon Jensen of Spartanburg is newest member of the association’s executive committee. ALEXANDRIA, VA – The Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America (IIABA or the Big “I”) is proud…
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SCRA Technology Ventures Announces SBIR Match
October 1, 2014Leukogene Therapeutics to Receive Funding to Improve Oncology Drug CHARLESTON, SC – SCRA Technology Ventures today announced that Leukogene Therapeutics, Inc. (LTI) will receive a Phase I SBIR Match from…
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Leadership South Carolina Welcomes Mayor Elise Partin to Their Newest Class
October 1, 2014COLUMBIA – Leadership South Carolina, the state’s oldest and most recognized leadership development program, welcomes Elise Partin to the Class of 2015. Partin is the Mayor of Cayce, SC. She…
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Social Innovation Fund Invests in ICS to Support Early Childhood Outcomes
October 1, 2014
COLUMBIA, SC – ICS was awarded with a grant of more than $780,000 to support early childhood outcomes. The grant, provided by the Corporation for National and Community Service’ s…
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CresCom Bank Announces Seven New Team Members
October 1, 2014
CHARLESTON, SC – CresCom Bank has added seven new team members this month. They include: Mary Kathryn Alford as the customer service representative for its branch in Socastee, S.C. Paul Astrande as…
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CresCom Bank Names New Senior VP and Manager of Retail Mortgage Operations
October 1, 2014CHARLESTON, SC – CresCom Bank has named Trina Dusenbury its new senior vice president and manager of Retail Mortgage Operations. Prior to joining CresCom Bank, Ms. Dusenbury served as the…
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Gov. Nikki Haley Announces Bullying Prevention Month
October 1, 2014
COLUMBIA, SC – Governor Nikki Haley today issued a statewide proclamation designating the month of October as Bullying Prevention Month. The proclamation is a part of Gov. Haley’s anti-bullying initiative, meant…
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Medical Office Building Sold in Summerville, SC
October 1, 2014
CHARLESTON, SC – October 2014: Cushman & Wakefield | Thalhimer is pleased to announce the sale of 101 Harth Place in Summerville, South Carolina. 101 Harth Place, LLC purchased the 2,420…
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Robert Sanders, Jr. Selected as Young Gun 2014
October 1, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – Preferred Reinsurance Intermediaries, Inc. is pleased to announce that Robert H. Sanders, Jr., has been selected as one of the 40 “Young Guns” in the insurance industry…
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Solar Atmospheres opening first Southeastern facility in South Carolina
October 1, 2014GREENVILLE, SC – Solar Atmospheres, a leading commercial heat treating company, is establishing its first Southeastern operations in South Carolina to better serve customers in the automotive and aerospace-rich region.…
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Lexington Medical Center Welcomes Daniel Shumpert, MD
October 1, 2014Physician Will Practice at Lexington Family Practice Irmo IRMO, SC – Lexington Medical Center is proud to welcome Daniel Shumpert, MD, to the hospital’s network of care. He joins the…
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Columbia Chamber Announces Honorees for 2014 Annual Gala
October 1, 2014Five Individuals Will Be Recognized at the 112th Annual Gala COLUMBIA, SC – The Columbia Chamber announced the recipients of five prestigious awards to be given at this year’s Annual Gala…
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Fans can now become voting members of the South Carolina Football Hall of Fame
October 1, 2014GREENVILLE, SC – The South Carolina Football Hall of Fame (SCFHOF) will be opening online voting for the 2015 South Carolina Collegiate Player of the Year Award and the 2015 Inductee…
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Solar Atmospheres opening first Southeastern facility in South Carolina
October 1, 2014GREENVILLE, SC – Solar Atmospheres, a leading commercial heat treating company, is establishing its first Southeastern operations in South Carolina to better serve customers in the automotive and aerospace-rich region.…
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Bryan Hudson Named South Carolina Captive Insurance Association’s 2014 Captive Person of the Year
September 30, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – The South Carolina Captive Insurance Association (“SCCIA”) awarded their highest honor of Captive Person of the Year to Mr. Bryan Hudson on Tuesday, September 23rd during its…
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State Director of SC SBDC elected to national board of directors
September 30, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – Michele Abraham, the state director of the South Carolina Small Business Development Centers, was recently elected to the board of directors for the national association of SBDCs.…
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Turner Padget Attorney Earns National Recognition for Excellence in Publishing
September 30, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – Turner Padget Graham & Laney, P.A. announce that David C. Marshall, a Columbia-based attorney, has been selected as the 2014 recipient of the G. Duffield Smith Outstanding Publication…
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EDTS Adds Netherton, Parrish to Expanding Technology Services Team
September 30, 2014
GREENVILLE, SC – Kevin Netherton has joined EDTS as a Business Technology Advisor, and Brandon Parrish has been added as a Senior Network Engineer at the rapidly growing IT firm,…
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SC Football Hall voting opens to the public
September 30, 2014
GREENVILLE, SC – The South Carolina Football Hall of Fame (SCFHOF) will be opening online voting for the 2015 South Carolina Collegiate Player of the Year Award and the 2015 Inductee…
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The Salvation Army Receives $200,000 from United Way of the Midlands to Support Financial Stability
September 30, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – The Salvation Army of the Midlands has received a $200,000 grant from United Way of the Midlands to support financial stability and reduce homelessness in the Midlands.…
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NAI Avant Brokers Sale of ±72,000 SF Industrial Building on 12.95 Acres in Winnsboro
September 30, 2014
COLUMBIA, SC – Senior Broker, Mike Johnson, recently represented BTB Properties, LLC, in their sale of a ±72,000 square foot office and warehouse building in Winnsboro, SC. The purchaser, Enor…
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The Salvation Army Receives $200,000 from United Way of the Midlands to Support Financial Stability
September 30, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – The Salvation Army of the Midlands has received a $200,000 grant from United Way of the Midlands to support financial stability and reduce homelessness in the Midlands.…
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Turner Padget Attorney Earns National Recognition for Excellence in Publishing
September 30, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – Turner Padget Graham & Laney, P.A. announce that David C. Marshall, a Columbia-based attorney, has been selected as the 2014 recipient of the G. Duffield Smith Outstanding Publication…
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NAI Avant Facilitates Retail Lease For Bee Healthy On Lake Murray Blvd In Irmo, SC
September 29, 2014
COLUMBIA, SC – NAI Avant brokers, Patrick Chambers and Ben Kelly, CCIM, recently represented Bee Healthy, a medical weight loss clinic, in their lease of ±2,400 square feet of retail space…
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Abacus Planning Group welcomes Daria M. Ali
September 29, 2014
COLUMBIA, SC – Abacus Planning Group welcomes Daria M. Ali to its team as a Client Service Administrator. Daria is responsible for administrative duties on behalf of Abacus clients. Prior…
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Collins & Lacy Welcomes Paula Williamson as Multimedia Strategist
September 29, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – Collins & Lacy, P.C. announced Paula Williamson has joined the firm as its Multimedia Strategist. In this position, she will manage content for all external publications, social media and…
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Ethics Commission Hearing Scheduled in Complaint Against Former Town Clerk
September 29, 2014
CHAPIN, SC – The Town of Chapin received notification from the South Carolina Ethics Commission that there is probable cause to support allegations that former Chapin Town Clerk Adrienne Thompson…
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Mayor Benjamin welcomes 2014 Summer Mayor’s Fellows
September 29, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin today proudly announced the selection of the 2014 Fall Semester class of Mayor’s Fellows. Upon taking office, Mayor Benjamin launched the program that…
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Dutch Fork Animal Hospital at Okra Strut 2014
September 29, 2014IRMO, SC – Dutch Fork Animal Hospital of Irmo, SC came out in force at this year’s Okra Strut Festival. Every year Dutch Fork Animal Hospital’s staff members come to…
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