YWCA Greater Charleston launches six new tech clubs for girls
February 18, 2019In November 2016, YWCA Greater Charleston launched Charleston’s first Girls Who Code club for middle school girls. With the success of that pilot program and three more girls’ coding clubs…
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Infinity Marketing expands media partnership with Clayton
February 18, 2019Infinity Marketing, an award-winning marketing firm, supports Clayton with the media strategy and execution of its Prefabulous® Campaign. “Through Infinity’s fully integrated strategy and execution, we are confident in our…
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Upstate Run & Roll 5K to benefit the Brain Injury Association of South Carolina – March 30
February 18, 2019The Brain Injury Association of South Carolina (BIASC) is hosting its annual Upstate Run & Roll 5K, previously known as Run For Thought, on Saturday, March 30 from 8 to…
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Summer day camp at Greenville Tech expands offerings for 2019
February 18, 2019
Greenville Technical College’s Adventure Tech summer day camps for middle schoolers returns for the 2019 season with new camp offerings – drones, coding, pet care, sustainable gardening and personal radio,…
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Columbia’s Blue Bike Program expanding with the assistance of The COMET
February 18, 2019
Columbia’s bike share system, Blue Bike SC, will grow by 8 fully functional, docked stations this year as part of the program’s expansion funded by a $250,000 Federal Transit Administration grant…
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Communications professional joins TCCC staff
February 18, 2019
Tri-County Cradle to Career Collaborative has expanded its staff by hiring Amanda Kowal as Communications and Administration Associate, a part-time position that reports to the Director of Communications and Operations. Kowal…
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SOL Southwest Kitchen & Tequila Bar celebrates National Margarita Day on Friday, February 22
February 18, 2019
In honor of National Margarita Day on Friday, February 22, SOL Southwest Kitchen & Tequila Bar in Mount Pleasant, Summerville, and Downtown will be offering $5 margarita specials throughout the day and…
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Floodwater Commissioner honored by ARMY NORTH representative
February 18, 2019By Alex Junes-Ward COLUMBIA, S.C. – Tom Mullikin, recently appointed chairman of the South Carolina Floodwater Commission (SCFC), was honored by Col. Bill Connor, senior representative of U.S. ARMY NORTH…
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Igor Luzinov awarded Kentwool Distinguished Professorship in Natural Fibers
February 18, 2019
Igor Luzinov of Clemson University today became the first recipient of the Kentwool Distinguished Professorship in Natural Fibers, an honor named for a 176-year-old textile company that remains committed to…
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Kyle Brinkman named chair of the Department of Materials Science and Engineering
February 18, 2019
A Clemson University alumnus who traveled the world and worked at Savannah River National Lab before returning to his alma mater as an associate professor is taking the helm of…
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NAI Columbia arranges ±4,577 square foot restaurant lease in Columbia
February 18, 2019NAI Columbia Director of Retail Services Patrick Palmer, CCIM represented the landlord in the lease transaction of the former Applebee’s Restaurant at 245 Oneil Court in Columbia, SC. The new…
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Floodwater Commissioner honored by ARMY NORTH representative
February 18, 2019
By Alex Junes-Ward COLUMBIA, S.C. – Tom Mullikin, recently appointed chairman of the South Carolina Floodwater Commission (SCFC), was honored by Col. Bill Connor, senior representative of U.S. ARMY NORTH…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: military, on-the-move
Registration opens for Charleston’s 4th Annual Tillman Honor Run
February 18, 2019The Arizona State University (ASU) South Carolina Alumni Club is pleased to announce the 4th Annual Charleston Honor Run taking place on April 27, 2019 at MUSC Health…
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Infinity Marketing expands media partnership with Clayton
February 18, 2019Infinity Marketing, an award-winning marketing firm, supports Clayton with the media strategy and execution of its Prefabulous® Campaign. “Through Infinity’s fully integrated strategy and execution, we are confident in our…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: marketing-and-communications, on-the-move
YWCA Greater Charleston launches six new tech clubs for girls
February 18, 2019In November 2016, YWCA Greater Charleston launched Charleston’s first Girls Who Code club for middle school girls. With the success of that pilot program and three more girls’ coding clubs…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc Category: non-profit, on-the-move
NAI Columbia arranges ±4,577 square foot restaurant lease in Columbia
February 18, 2019
NAI Columbia Director of Retail Services Patrick Palmer, CCIM represented the landlord in the lease transaction of the former Applebee’s Restaurant at 245 Oneil Court in Columbia, SC. The new…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: commercial-real-estate, on-the-move
Upstate Run & Roll 5K to benefit the Brain Injury Association of South Carolina – March 30
February 18, 2019The Brain Injury Association of South Carolina (BIASC) is hosting its annual Upstate Run & Roll 5K, previously known as Run For Thought, on Saturday, March 30 from 8 to…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: health-care, non-profit, on-the-move
Bauknight Pietras & Stormer names Ben Glenn a shareholder
February 17, 2019
Bauknight Pietras & Stormer, P.A., (BPS) announced that R. Benjamin Glenn, CPA, has joined the firm’s leadership team as a shareholder. With a staff of 70 CPAs and professionals, BPS…
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West Columbia provides parking options for dining and shopping on State Street
February 17, 2019
The City of West Columbia is providing numerous parking options for customers frequenting businesses on the 100 Block of State Street during the construction of the highly anticipated Interactive Art…
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Google’s investment in South Carolina exceeds $2 billion
February 17, 2019
State and Local Leaders Gathered at Data Center to Celebrate Company’s 10 Years in Berkeley County and Ongoing Investments Governor Henry McMaster joined state and local officials both to celebrate…
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Roll The Dice at the 2019 AMA Charleston Spark! Awards
February 17, 2019
The American Marketing Association’s Charleston Chapter (AMA Charleston) is now accepting submissions for this year’s Spark! Awards. The awards gala is an opportunity to recognize the outstanding creative achievements of…
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Infinity Marketing team grows by seven
February 15, 2019Infinity Marketing, the Upstate’s award-winning marketing firm, is kicking off the new year with the addition of several talented professionals across its departments, increasing its team by 10 percent. Anna…
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S.C. Appeals Court upholds $14M asbestos exposure verdict against Celanese Corp.
February 15, 2019The South Carolina Court of Appeals has affirmed a $14 million verdict against Texas-based Celanese Corp. (NYSE: CE) on behalf of the family of a maintenance worker who died from mesothelioma after being…
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Gov. Henry McMaster removes entire Richland County election board
February 15, 2019Governor Henry McMaster today issued Executive Order 2019-09, removing every member of the Richland County Board of Voter Registration and Elections. The decision comes as a result of continued misconduct and…
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Mullikin selected for inclusion in elite “fight club”
February 15, 2019
By Chris Carter Maj. Gen. (Ret.) Tom Mullikin has been nominated and unanimously selected for induction into the SOUTH CAROLINA BLACK BELT HALL OF FAME (SCBBHOF), the premier group…
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Sonoco’s McLeland to retire after 25 years of service
February 15, 2019
Sonoco, one of the largest diversified global packaging companies, announced Allan McLeland, vice president of Human Resources, has announced his plans to retire after 25 years with the Company, effective…
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Infinity Marketing team grows by seven
February 15, 2019
Infinity Marketing, the Upstate’s award-winning marketing firm, is kicking off the new year with the addition of several talented professionals across its departments, increasing its team by 10 percent. Anna…
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Trustus Theatre staff members awarded with two prestigious SC theatre awards
February 14, 2019
Trustus Theatre announced that Artistic Director Chad Henderson and Company Member Martha Hearn Kelly have been honored by the South Carolina Theatre Association with two prestigious awards. Henderson was awarded…
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State Museum presents Friday Night Laser Lights: Capes and Cocktails
February 14, 2019
The State Museum is hosting a special edition of its popular Friday Night Laser Lights, Friday, Feb. 22, to include access for guests to experience its new blockbuster exhibit, Hall of Heroes. In…
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Studio 2LR is searching for a new business manager
February 14, 2019Studio 2LR Architecture + Interiors is searching for a new business manager to help grow our award-winning design firm. We are architects and interior designers who are committed to design…
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Lowcountry Rapid Transit online meeting available through Feb. 28
February 14, 2019In late January, The Berkeley-Charleston-Dorchester Council of Governments (BCDCOG)held a series of interactive, public Community Workshops in Charleston, North Charleston and Summerville to kick off the next phase for the…
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Colliers International welcomes CoStar Power Broker Mark Erickson to expanding Charleston office
February 14, 2019
Mark Erickson, SIOR, a brokerage professional with experience in tenant and landlord representation, has joined the Charleston office of Colliers International | South Carolina as an industrial and office specialist.…
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Heart research gets $4.1 million boost on Valentine’s Day
February 14, 2019
Valentine’s Day is a time to celebrate love and romance, but the holiday has also become an opportunity to promote heart health, a tradition that continues as Clemson University bioengineers…
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Bishops Cuts and Color opens first South Carolina hair shop in the Upstate
February 14, 2019
Bishops Cuts and Color, a Portland-based unisex hair care shop offering quality service at affordable prices, is opening its first South Carolina location in Simpsonville. Bishops Simpsonville – at the intersection of…
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Anisha Foster joins Coldwell Banker Caine in Spartanburg
February 14, 2019
Coldwell Banker Caine recently welcomed Anisha Foster as a residential sales agent to its Spartanburg office. Anisha joins Coldwell Banker Caine from another Upstate firm, and with past experience in…
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CBRE adds Jeff Benedict to Industrial & Logistics team in Greenville, SC
February 14, 2019CBRE announced that Jeff Benedict has joined the firm as Associate. Based in Greenville, SC, he is a member of CBRE’s Industrial & Logistics team, led by Trey Pennington. “Jeff…
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Jackson hires Connor Cox, Joanna Daniels
February 14, 2019Jackson Marketing, Motorsports & Events, South Carolina’s second-largest integrated marketing communication and events agency, has hired Connor Cox as an account coordinator and Joanna Daniels as graphic designer. Cox comes…
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Tour nearly 70 artists’ spaces during Columbia Open Studios, April 6-7, 2019
February 14, 2019Explore local artwork, studios in weekend-long event presented by 701 CCA Columbia Open Studios, presented by 701 Center for Contemporary Art, welcomes nearly 70 local artists for the free, self-guided…
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New College of Charleston research looks at the death of Megalodon
February 14, 2019
New research indicates that the extinction of the giant shark known as “Megalodon” may have occurred much earlier than first believed. A new discovery by scientists indicate that the giant…
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Medtronic, MUSC partner to improve patient outcomes
February 14, 2019
Value-based health care partnership will target acute conditions, chronic diseases in South Carolina CHARLESTON, S.C., AND DUBLIN – Medtronic plc (NYSE:MDT) and the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) today announced…
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Relic Room lecture deals with the 81st Division’s combat role in World War II
February 14, 2019After a certain point in the Second World War, the Japanese changed tactics. No more would they try to stop the Marines on the beach, with one reckless banzai charge…
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SC EPSCoR announces 2019 research and collaboration programs grants recipients
February 14, 2019SC EPSCoR (South Carolina Established Program to Stimulate Competitive Research) Program’s main goal is to increase South Carolina’s research capacity by assisting STEM faculty to achieve and sustain large…
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S.C. students top national mean in key indicators because of arts education
February 14, 20192018 Gallup Student Poll shows arts’ impact on key indicators COLUMBIA, S.C. – Levels of engagement and hope among students in arts-rich South Carolina schools are higher than the national…
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PURE Theatre: Small Mouth Sounds
February 14, 2019On Friday, March 8, 2019, PURE Theatre will open the third production of its 16th season: Small Mouth Sounds by Bess Wohl. The 2016 Critics’ Pick by New York Times,…
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SC Works awards local businesses $100,000 for Incumbent Worker Training
February 14, 2019SC Works Trident and its Trident Workforce Development Board has awarded $100,000 to eight local businesses connected to Incumbent Worker Training (IWT) programs. The funds, made possible by the Workforce…
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Jackson hires Connor Cox, Joanna Daniels
February 14, 2019
Jackson Marketing, Motorsports & Events, South Carolina’s second-largest integrated marketing communication and events agency, has hired Connor Cox as an account coordinator and Joanna Daniels as graphic designer. Cox comes…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: marketing-and-communications, on-the-move
Relic Room lecture deals with the 81st Division’s combat role in World War II
February 14, 2019
After a certain point in the Second World War, the Japanese changed tactics. No more would they try to stop the Marines on the beach, with one reckless banzai charge…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: on-the-move
CBRE adds Jeff Benedict to Industrial & Logistics team in Greenville, SC
February 14, 2019
CBRE announced that Jeff Benedict has joined the firm as Associate. Based in Greenville, SC, he is a member of CBRE’s Industrial & Logistics team, led by Trey Pennington. “Jeff…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: commercial-real-estate, on-the-move
Lowcountry Rapid Transit online meeting available through Feb. 28
February 14, 2019
In late January, The Berkeley-Charleston-Dorchester Council of Governments (BCDCOG)held a series of interactive, public Community Workshops in Charleston, North Charleston and Summerville to kick off the next phase for the…
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Capital Rotary helps Food Bank
February 14, 2019
Foregoing their regular breakfast meeting, Capital Rotary Club members spent an hour of community service volunteer time Feb. 13 at Harvest Hope Food Bank’s Shop Road headquarters in Columbia. They…
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