BJU to host Spring Conference series featuring Ken Ham
January 11, 2017
Bob Jones University will host a three-part Spring Conference series Feb. 13-17 featuring keynote speaker Ken Ham, one of the foremost experts on the Genesis account of creation. Ham is…
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Endeavor announces speaker line-up for Q1 2017 Collaborators & Cocktails networking event series
January 11, 2017
Coworking space continues its popular member education and networking series into 2017 Endeavor, a membership-based coworking community for independent companies and freelancers in the creative services fields, announces its first…
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Lawmakers call for reauthorization of Conservation Bank
January 11, 2017
Two South Carolina lawmakers announced Wednesday they are introducing legislation to provide for the continued protection of South Carolina natural resources for the next decade. Gathered with members of The…
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The Charleston Museum to present a new exhibit in conjunction with the 2016 Southeastern Wildlife Exposition.
January 10, 2017
The Charleston Museum, in cooperation with the 2017 Southeastern Wildlife Expo, and with generous sponsorship from the Charleston Mercury, presents Feathers and Flocks: Waterfowling in South Carolina, a collective look…
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Magnolia offering two internships at French gardens
January 10, 2017
Magnolia Plantation and Gardens near Charleston, S.C., is accepting applications for two horticulture internships at French gardens in the summer of 2017. The program is open to college students who…
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SOL Southwest Kitchen & Tequila Bar to open third location in downtown Charleston
January 10, 2017
SOL Southwest Kitchen & Tequila Bar has announced they will open their third Charleston area restaurant in Downtown Charleston at 385 Meeting Street later this Spring. Locally owned and operated…
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Infinity Marketing announces new client, Sunrise Fresh Produce
January 10, 2017
Infinity Marketing, a full-service marketing agency, announces its new client, Sunrise Fresh Produce. Infinity recently designed and developed a new website for Sunrise to offer their customers an overview of…
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Lexington County Fire Service announces seven promotions
January 10, 2017The County of Lexington Department of Public Safety and the Lexington County Fire Service are proud to announce seven promotions within the Fire Service. The promotions are as follows: …
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James W. Frost, II, P.E., joins South Carolina Power Team as Senior Vice President Community Preparedness
January 10, 2017
South Carolina Power Team announced James “Jamie” W. Frost, II, P.E., as its new Senior Vice President Community Preparedness. Jamie will lead the community preparedness and product development efforts for…
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Jackson Hires Myles Grimm as Digital Associate Creative Director
January 10, 2017
Jackson Marketing, Motorsports & Events, South Carolina’s second-largest integrated marketing communications and events agency, has hired Myles Grimm as digital associate creative director. In his new role, Grimm will be…
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Toro Real Estate Partners acquires property in North Charleston
January 10, 2017Toro Real Estate Partners announced its first acquisition in 2017. Toro recently acquired 160 units in North Charleston, SC with its purchase of Hampton Oaks (soon to be Bradley Square).…
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SC Ports Authority announces record container volume in 2016
January 10, 2017
South Carolina Ports Authority (SCPA) announced a record container volume of nearly two million twenty-foot equivalent units (TEUs) handled in 2016. SCPA handled 1.996 million TEUs in 2016, surpassing the…
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SC Ports Authority announces record container volume in 2016
January 10, 2017
South Carolina Ports Authority (SCPA) announced a record container volume of nearly two million twenty-foot equivalent units (TEUs) handled in 2016. SCPA handled 1.996 million TEUs in 2016, surpassing the…
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Thalhimer sells Ladson, SC land for redevelopment
January 10, 2017
Cushman & Wakefield | Thalhimer is pleased to announce the sale of approximately 21.24 acres of land situated along 9801 Highway 78 in Ladson, South Carolina. M2 Land LLC purchased…
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Senior Resources welcomes Marcus Hunter as Director of Finance & Administrative Operations
January 10, 2017
COLUMBIA, SC – Senior Resources is pleased to announce the hire of Marcus Hunter as the agency’s new Director of Finance & Administrative Operations. In this role, Hunter will oversee…
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Jackson Hires Myles Grimm as Digital Associate Creative Director
January 10, 2017
Jackson Marketing, Motorsports & Events, South Carolina’s second-largest integrated marketing communications and events agency, has hired Myles Grimm as digital associate creative director. In his new role, Grimm will be…
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Godspeed Resources Connection welcomes new staff members
January 9, 2017
COLUMBIA, SC – Godspeed Resources Connection is pleased to announce the addition of Scott and Lisa Hicks to fill critical roles within their staff. Dr. Scott Hicks, LCSW, D. Min.,…
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Colliers Report: Construction and Occupancy Costs Drive Up Asking Rental Rates
January 9, 2017
Research & Forecast Report; Q4-2016 COLUMBIA | OFFICE Key Takeaways The cost to construct and operate an office tower in the Central Business District is rapidly increasing, impacting the asking rental…
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Boil water advisory issued beginning Wednesday, January 11, 2017
January 9, 2017The City of West Columbia will cut off water service on Wednesday, January 11, 2017, from 9 AM to 5 PM for all water customers in the following areas: 2804…
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The SCEA supports SC Department of Education initiatives to overhaul aging fleet of school busses
January 9, 2017
Bernadette R. Hampton, President of The South Carolina Education Association, was pleased to attend a press conference at the State House where Superintendent of Education Molly Spearman addressed ongoing concerns…
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The SCEA supports SC Department of Education initiatives to overhaul aging fleet of school busses
January 9, 2017
Bernadette R. Hampton, President of The South Carolina Education Association, was pleased to attend a press conference at the State House where Superintendent of Education Molly Spearman addressed ongoing concerns…
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Colliers International brokers sale of SC Nurses Association office building, helps organization relocate to new office space
January 9, 2017
Colliers International South Carolina has brokered the sale of the South Carolina Nurses Association (SCNA) headquarters at 1821 Gadsden Street and assisted the organization in relocating to newly-leased space at…
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Public Meetings Jan. 10 in Greenville and Jan. 12 in Inman concerning I-85 Corridor Management Plan
January 9, 2017
The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) has scheduled two public information meetings concerning the development of an Interstate 85 Corridor Management Plan. Two segments of I-85 will be considered…
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MLK Pool to close for maintenance work
January 9, 2017
The MLK, Jr. Pool located at 155 Jackson Street will close Sunday, Jan. 8 while improvements are made to the locker rooms and lobby. The work, which includes a fresh…
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City moves forward in securing Gadsden Street structure
January 9, 2017
In order to ensure the safety of residents near the stressed structure at 4 Gadsden Street, the City of Charleston has ordered a mandatory evacuation of two homes in the…
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Hood Construction welcomes Ken Brophey
January 9, 2017
Hood Construction Company welcomes Ken Brophey to its staff as Director of Institutional Services. Ken is a tenured member of the construction industry, bringing with him three decades of experience…
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Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina elects 2017 officers
January 9, 2017
The Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina announces its 2017 board of trustees’ officers: Gerald Smalls, Chair; Karen Smith, Vice-Chair; Lisa Bernardin, Secretary; and Andy Folsom, Treasurer. Gerald Smalls…
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Top Grossing Movies – January 9
January 9, 2017
Theatrical grosses from Rentrak Week of 01/06/2017 to 01/12/2017 Rank Title Rating Distributor Weeks Wkend Locations Weekend Gross Cumulative 1 Hidden Figures PG 20th Century Fox 3 2,471 $22,800,057…
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Top Grossing Movies – January 9
January 9, 2017
Theatrical grosses from Rentrak Week of 01/06/2017 to 01/12/2017 Rank Title Rating Distributor Weeks Wkend Locations Weekend Gross Cumulative 1 Hidden Figures PG 20th Century Fox 3 2,471 $22,800,057…
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Global Location Strategies principal accepted into Site Selectors Guild
January 9, 2017
Woody Hydrick, managing principal at Global Location Strategies (GLS), has been accepted into the Site Selectors Guild (SSG), the world’s foremost organization of location advisory consultants. Membership to SSG is…
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New councilmembers receive overview of County Government
January 9, 2017
Meetings with County departments held in advance of Council’s annual retreat Newly elected Richland County Councilmembers are attending a weeklong orientation in advance of this month’s annual Council retreat, which…
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City of Cayce receives $5,000 energy efficiency grant
January 9, 2017The City of Cayce announced that the City has received a $5,000 energy efficiency grant from the South Carolina Office of Regulatory Staff, Energy Office to purchase new LED lights for…
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Hire boosts Nexsen Pruet’s economic development practice
January 9, 2017
COLUMBIA, SC – Attorney Morgan Crapps has joined Nexsen Pruet’s Economic Development Team in Columbia. She comes to the firm from the South Carolina Department of Commerce, where she was most…
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Brad Halter honored among 50 Most Influential Greenvillians of 2016
January 9, 2017
GREENVILLE, SC – The Caine Company’s Chairman, Brad Halter, has been recognized as one of the 50 Most Influential people in Greenville in 2016 by Greenville Business Magazine. This is…
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NAI Earle Furman announces rebranding of its investment division
January 9, 2017
NAI Earle Furman, a leading full-service commercial real estate firm specializing in the office, industrial, investment, land, multifamily and retail sectors announced it has rebranded one of its top-performing divisions.…
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Precision Tune Auto Care to open second Spartanburg location with new lobby concept
January 9, 2017
Precision Tune Auto Care, the one-stop-shop for routine vehicle maintenance and repair, will soon open its second location in Spartanburg. The new store will be located at 1854 E. Main…
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New Hickory Tavern in Columbia to Host Job Fair January 10-14
January 9, 2017
Hickory Tavern Will Hire 90 Team Members; New Restaurant Slated to Open Late January Hickory Tavern®, the casually social neighborhood restaurant acclaimed for its sports passion, will be hosting a…
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Moore Taylor names Riley partner and Williams joins the firm
January 9, 2017Moore Taylor Law Firm announces that it has named Ralph Nichols (Nick) Riley, Jr. a partner in the firm. Additionally, Moore Taylor has hired Justin T. Williams as an associate.…
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Cherokee County Development Board launches new website
January 9, 2017
Inspired by a core economic driver and the county’s signature Gaffney Peachoid landmark, the Cherokee County Development Board (CCDB) has launched a new brand and website. “We really wanted a…
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City of Greenville Tourism Grant application now online
January 9, 2017
In 2016, City Council established the Tourism Marketing Special Committee and charged its members with evaluating the City’s process for reviewing requests for tourism grant funds. Tourism grant funds include…
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Nexsen Pruet attorney Devon Riley named Member
January 9, 2017
CHARLESTON, SC – Nexsen Pruet has named attorney Devon Turner Riley of the firm’s Charleston office as a Member (Partner) effective January 1, 2017. She joined Nexsen Pruet in 2014 as…
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Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce presents 2017 Executive Committee and Board of Directors
January 9, 2017
The Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce proudly announces the 2017 Executive Committee and Board of Directors. Seventy executives from the business community serve as volunteer leaders to enhance the Chamber…
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Spoleto Festival USA announces 2017 program
January 9, 2017
CHARLESTON, SC – Festival General Director Nigel Redden has announced the program for the 41st annual Spoleto Festival USA, taking place May 26 through June 11, 2017, in Charleston, South…
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CBRE’s Markus Kastenholz recognized as a 2016 Commercial Realtor® of the Year
January 9, 2017CHARLESTON, SC – CBRE is proud to announce that Markus Kastenholz, First Vice President with CBRE was recognized by the National Association of REALTORS® in their National Commercial Awards Program.…
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Medal of Honor recipients to headline Mullikin Law Carolina Cup 2017
January 9, 2017Military heroes will participate in historic “staff ride” on eve of the race CAMDEN, S.C. – Maj. Gen. James E. Livingston, U.S. Marine Corps (Ret.), and LT Michael E. Thornton,…
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Medal of Honor recipients to headline Mullikin Law Carolina Cup 2017
January 9, 2017
Military heroes will participate in historic “staff ride” on eve of the race CAMDEN, S.C. – Maj. Gen. James E. Livingston, U.S. Marine Corps (Ret.), and LT Michael E. Thornton,…
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Moore Taylor names Riley partner and Williams joins the firm
January 9, 2017
Moore Taylor Law Firm announces that it has named Ralph Nichols (Nick) Riley, Jr. a partner in the firm. Additionally, Moore Taylor has hired Justin T. Williams as an associate.…
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Precision Tune Auto Care to open second Spartanburg location with new lobby concept
January 9, 2017
Precision Tune Auto Care, the one-stop-shop for routine vehicle maintenance and repair, will soon open its second location in Spartanburg. The new store will be located at 1854 E. Main…
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CBRE’s Markus Kastenholz recognized as a 2016 Commercial Realtor® of the Year
January 9, 2017
CHARLESTON, SC – CBRE is proud to announce that Markus Kastenholz, First Vice President with CBRE was recognized by the National Association of REALTORS® in their National Commercial Awards Program.…
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Global Location Strategies principal accepted into Site Selectors Guild
January 9, 2017
Woody Hydrick, managing principal at Global Location Strategies (GLS), has been accepted into the Site Selectors Guild (SSG), the world’s foremost organization of location advisory consultants. Membership to SSG is…
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