Grants awarded to improve 24 South Carolina communities
July 6, 2014Commerce awards $13.3 million in Community Development Block Grant funds COLUMBIA, SC – Communities across the state are slated to benefit from public improvement projects supported by nearly $13.3 million in…
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Grants awarded to improve 24 South Carolina communities
July 6, 2014Commerce awards $13.3 million in Community Development Block Grant funds COLUMBIA, SC – Communities across the state are slated to benefit from public improvement projects supported by nearly $13.3 million in…
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Local Artists on Display at Columbia Metropolitan Airport
July 6, 2014
WEST COLUMBIA, SC – Continuing with our rotating arts program featuring local artists, we are pleased to announce the installation of two new art exhibits for July and August. Kirkland…
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Irmo Chapin Recreation Commission Breaks Ground for New Park in Chapin
July 3, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – The Irmo Chapin Recreation Commission (ICRC) will break ground for a new park in Chapin on Thursday, July 17, 2014 at 9:30 a.m. The new park, located off…
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DHEC Releases Safe Fish Eating Advisory for SC Waters
July 3, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – Fishing in South Carolina is a summer hobby for many people, and the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control has updated the fish consumption advisory…
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DHEC Releases Safe Fish Eating Advisory for SC Waters
July 3, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – Fishing in South Carolina is a summer hobby for many people, and the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control has updated the fish consumption advisory…
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Small Businesses Become Certified in County’s New Local Business Initiative
July 3, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – A group of 22 small businesses were recognized Wednesday by Richland County as the first to become eligible to participate in projects and contracts with the County…
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Clemson’s SCE&G Energy Innovation Center rated LEED Gold
July 2, 2014Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification accredits buildings that meet rigorous standards for sustainability, water and energy efficiency, resource selection and indoor environmental quality. The SCE&G Energy Innovation Center at the Clemson…
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Clemson’s SCE&G Energy Innovation Center rated LEED Gold
July 2, 2014Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification accredits buildings that meet rigorous standards for sustainability, water and energy efficiency, resource selection and indoor environmental quality. The SCE&G Energy Innovation Center at the Clemson…
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Mullikin named commander of State Guard
July 2, 2014
COLUMBIA, SC – Brig. Gen. Thomas Stowe Mullikin – a global expedition leader, attorney, and former U.S. Army officer – has assumed command of the S.C. State Guard (SCSG). “This…
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Mullikin named commander of State Guard
July 2, 2014
COLUMBIA, SC – Brig. Gen. Thomas Stowe Mullikin – a global expedition leader, attorney, and former U.S. Army officer – has assumed command of the S.C. State Guard (SCSG). “This…
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South Carolina Awards $17.6 Million To Grow Small Businesses With Funds From The U.S. Treasury’s State Small Business Credit Initiative
July 2, 2014New report shows more than $835 million SSBCI funds are supporting small businesses nationwide WASHINGTON, SC – The U.S. Treasury Department’s State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI) released a…
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South Carolina Awards $17.6 Million To Grow Small Businesses With Funds From The U.S. Treasury’s State Small Business Credit Initiative
July 2, 2014New report shows more than $835 million SSBCI funds are supporting small businesses nationwide WASHINGTON, SC – The U.S. Treasury Department’s State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI) released a…
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Clare Morris Agency Opens Pee Dee Office
July 2, 2014FMU grad adds both local and professional expertise to CMA COLUMBIA, SC – After being in business for eight years, Columbia-based marketing and public relations firm, Clare Morris Agency (CMA),…
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SC Housing Hall of Fame to Induct Three New Members
July 2, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – The South Carolina Housing Hall of Fame trustees have announced that F. William “Bill” Hargrove, Sr., Hank Chardos and W.B. “Bill” Cox, Sr. will be inducted into…
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SC Housing Hall of Fame to Induct Three New Members
July 2, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – The South Carolina Housing Hall of Fame trustees have announced that F. William “Bill” Hargrove, Sr., Hank Chardos and W.B. “Bill” Cox, Sr. will be inducted into…
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July 4th Week & Weekend – Public Safety Checkpoints
July 2, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – Columbia Police Chief William “Skip” Holbrook announces that in an effort to keep drivers safe this holiday week and weekend, public safety checkpoints have been planned throughout Columbia.…
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JHS Announcements
July 2, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – JHS Architecture: Integrated Design would like to announce the retirement of Sallie Klimaski, IIDA the Director of Interior Design after 13 years of service. She had a…
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Ahead of Tropical Storm Arthur, FEMA Urges Residents to Take Steps to Prepare, Listen to Local Officials
July 2, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), through its National Watch Center in Washington and its regional office in Atlanta, and in coordination with the National Weather Service…
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Ahead of Tropical Storm Arthur, FEMA Urges Residents to Take Steps to Prepare, Listen to Local Officials
July 2, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), through its National Watch Center in Washington and its regional office in Atlanta, and in coordination with the National Weather Service…
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ERA Wilder Realty Welcomes New Agents
July 2, 2014COLUMBIA, SC — ERA Wilder Realty recently added five new agents to the team, spanning areas of Lexington, Charleston and Northeast Columbia. In Lexington, ERA Wilder Realty warmly welcomes Dawn…
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The American Red Cross Urges South Carolinians to Prepare for First Tropical Storm of Hurricane Season
July 2, 2014CHARLESTON, SC — The Red Cross urges South Carolinians to take the time now to get prepared for the first tropical storm of hurricane season that could affect the Carolinas by Thursday. Everyone is…
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The American Red Cross Urges South Carolinians to Prepare for First Tropical Storm of Hurricane Season
July 2, 2014CHARLESTON, SC — The Red Cross urges South Carolinians to take the time now to get prepared for the first tropical storm of hurricane season that could affect the Carolinas by Thursday. Everyone is…
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Senator Tim Scott Statement on 50th Anniversary of the Civil Rights Act
July 2, 2014CHARLESTON, SC – In advance of tomorrow’s celebration of the 50th anniversary of the signing of the historic Civil Rights Act of 1964, U.S. Senator Tim Scott (R-SC) released the following statement: .…
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Senator Tim Scott Statement on 50th Anniversary of the Civil Rights Act
July 2, 2014CHARLESTON, SC – In advance of tomorrow’s celebration of the 50th anniversary of the signing of the historic Civil Rights Act of 1964, U.S. Senator Tim Scott (R-SC) released the following statement: .…
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Rogers Brothers Farm to Establish New Peanut Facility in Darlington County
July 2, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – Rogers Brothers Farm, a crop producer based in Hartsville, S.C., will establish a new peanut facility in Darlington County. The $6 million investment is expected to generate 30 new…
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Rogers Brothers Farm to Establish New Peanut Facility in Darlington County
July 2, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – Rogers Brothers Farm, a crop producer based in Hartsville, S.C., will establish a new peanut facility in Darlington County. The $6 million investment is expected to generate 30 new…
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Best Places to Work in South Carolina Announced
July 2, 2014
COLUMBIA, SC – The South Carolina Chamber of Commerce, the state’s unified voice of business, Best Companies Group and SCBIZ unveiled the 50 winning companies of the Best Places to Work in South Carolina.…
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Best Places to Work in South Carolina Announced
July 2, 2014
COLUMBIA, SC – The South Carolina Chamber of Commerce, the state’s unified voice of business, Best Companies Group and SCBIZ unveiled the 50 winning companies of the Best Places to Work in South Carolina.…
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Red Cross Responds to Multi-Unit Apartment Fire in Columbia
July 2, 2014Residents of six units receive Red Cross assistance COLUMBIA, SC – The American Red Cross of Central SC is on the scene and providing disaster relief assistance after early Wednesday morning multi-unit apartment…
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Fruit Of The Loom To Double Size Of Berkeley County Distribution Center
July 2, 2014
Expansion Expected To Create 49 New Jobs In Summerville BERKELEY COUNTY, SC – Fruit of the Loom announced today plans to expand the company’s Berkeley County distribution center. The addition…
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Fruit Of The Loom To Double Size Of Berkeley County Distribution Center
July 2, 2014
Expansion Expected To Create 49 New Jobs In Summerville BERKELEY COUNTY, SC – Fruit of the Loom announced today plans to expand the company’s Berkeley County distribution center. The addition…
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NAI Avant Brokers ±22,000 SF Supply Hub for Autozone Located on Bush River Road, Columbia, SC
July 2, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – Bobby Hathaway, broker with NAI Avant’s brokerage team, recently represented the seller, Bush River Crossings Associates, in the sale of 1313 Bush River Road in Columbia, SC. …
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Trio Solutions Provides Pro-Bono Marketing Services for 2014 CreateAthon
July 2, 2014
CHARLESTON, SC – Trio Solutions (TRIO), a Mount Pleasant-based marketing communications agency, invites Lowcountry-area nonprofits to apply for the 8th annual CreateAthon®, scheduled for Thursday, Oct. 23, 2014. CreateAthon is a collaborative, 24-hour…
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SC Bar Foundation Welcomes New Board Members
July 2, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – The South Carolina Bar Foundation welcomes Byron E. Gipson, Christopher R. Koon, Mary E. Sharp, Elizabeth H. Warner and William K. Witherspoon to its board of directors.…
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SC Bar Foundation Welcomes New Board Members
July 2, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – The South Carolina Bar Foundation welcomes Byron E. Gipson, Christopher R. Koon, Mary E. Sharp, Elizabeth H. Warner and William K. Witherspoon to its board of directors.…
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Broadway Actress, Chryssie Whitehead, is Guest Artist at the Tri District Arts Consortium
July 2, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – Star of stage, screen and TV, Chryssie Whitehead, a graduate of Richland Northeast High School, has returned to her alma mater this week to serve as a…
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Mayor Benjamin to join Municipal Bonds 101 panel
July 1, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin will help lead a panel of experts on Capitol Hill tomorrow,Wednesday, July 2nd for Municipal Bonds 101, an educational forum to help inform government leaders and…
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Navy Petty Officer Felicia Denny, from Columbia, SC, serves aboard USS Harry S. Truman
July 1, 2014NORFOLK, VA – Petty Officer 3rd Class Felicia Denny, a damage controlman from Columbia, S.C. and 2011 graduate from Eau Claire High School, is serving on one of the world’s…
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State Museum Opens for the Fourth of July
July 1, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – The South Carolina State Museum will be open on the Fourth of July and will operate under its normal business hours from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Beat the…
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CAE Director of Human Resources Inducted as Cayce-West Columbia Rotary President
July 1, 2014CAYCE, SC – Chappelle Broome, Columbia Metropolitan Airport’s Director of Human Resources and DBE Liaison has officially been inducted as President of the Cayce-West Columbia Rotary Club. Broome, a recent…
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Shred360 team is Expanding
July 1, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – Shred360 welcomed Karen Dimsdale to their team as new Territory Manager for Charleston and the Lowcountry. Her primary responsibility will be to further develop the market that…
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Shred360 team is Expanding
July 1, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – Shred360 welcomed Karen Dimsdale to their team as new Territory Manager for Charleston and the Lowcountry. Her primary responsibility will be to further develop the market that…
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Winthrop Will Begin Call Me MISTER Program In August With First Freshman Cohort
July 1, 2014ROCK HILL, SC — Winthrop University will implement a new program in the fall that will offer tuition assistance and additional support to accepted male students from diverse backgrounds and…
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SC, Residential Lots are Selling Fast
July 1, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – Newmark Grubb Wilson Kibler, a leading real estate services firm, announces the recent sale transaction of 38 Lots in ‘The Ridge’ subdivision in Aiken, SC. Wayne Smith,…
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Two Warehouses Sell in York, SC
July 1, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – Newmark Grubb Wilson Kibler, a leading real estate services firm, is pleased to announce the recent sale transaction of 811 and 813 Hunter Street in York, SC. …
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Buchanan Construction Services Builds New Shives Funeral Home
July 1, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – Construction is under way, and Buchanan Construction Services recently completed the framing work on a new funeral facility for Shives Funeral Home at 7600 Trenholm Road Extension.…
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Columbia Ranks No. 1 in the Country in Fighting Childhood Obesity through Let’s Move! Initiative
July 1, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – The National League of Cities (NLC) has ranked Columbia No. 1 in the country in addressing childhood obesity after completing key health and wellness goals for Let’s Move! Cities,…
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Couple Retires with 55 Years of Service
July 1, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – Not every working married couple gets to have lunch together every day. But Larry and Jane Huss have been able to do just that quite often over…
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Pope Zeigler Governmental Attorney Larry Flynn Appointed to Memory Hold the Door Committee of South Carolina Bar
July 1, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – Larry Flynn, an attorney with Pope Zeigler, a Columbia-based law firm concentrating in public finance, government, and utilities law, has been appointed to the South Carolina Bar’s Memory…
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