Sonoco announces senior leadership changes
November 30, 2016Tiede Appointed Chief Operating Officer; Arthur, Coker and Fuller Promoted to Senior VP of Company’s Global Businesses Sonoco (NYSE:SON), one of the largest global diversified packaging companies, today announced several…
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North & South Carolina rank in top 6 in the country in the Merit Shop Scorecard
November 30, 2016The Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) released its annual “Building America: The Merit Shop Scorecard,” which reviews and grades state-specific policies and information significant to the success of the commercial…
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North & South Carolina rank in top 6 in the country in the Merit Shop Scorecard
November 30, 2016The Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) released its annual “Building America: The Merit Shop Scorecard,” which reviews and grades state-specific policies and information significant to the success of the commercial…
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Ashland expanding operations in Greenville County
November 30, 2016Ashland, a premier global specialty chemicals company, is expanding its existing Greenville County operations in order to accommodate continued growth. This new expansion is projected to bring at least $5.6…
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Ashland expanding operations in Greenville County
November 30, 2016Ashland, a premier global specialty chemicals company, is expanding its existing Greenville County operations in order to accommodate continued growth. This new expansion is projected to bring at least $5.6…
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Palmetto Health December Calendar of Events
November 30, 2016Dec. 6: Ostomy Support Group Palmetto Health offers a free support group for anyone in the community with an ostomy or fistula of any type, as well as those seeking…
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Richland Two principal selected as South Carolina Elementary School Principal of the Year
November 30, 2016Catawba Trail Elementary Principal Denise Barth was announced as the South Carolina Elementary School Principal of the Year by the South Carolina Association of School Administrators (SCASA), during a surprise…
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SC State Athletic Director resigns
November 30, 2016SC State University Athletic Director Paul Bryant, who has held the position for three years, resigned from his post, effective Dec. 15. Bryant will head to Grambling State University as…
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Holiday Music Series
November 30, 2016The Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport (GSP) is excited about its annual Holiday Music Series. This year, we’ve added more performances to the schedule. Anyone in the terminal including passengers, those meeting…
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CresCom Bank Promotes Bill Langfitt to Senior Vice President
November 30, 2016CresCom Bank, the community-banking leader within the Carolinas, is pleased to announce the promotion of Bill Langfitt to senior vice president. Langfitt joined CresCom Bank in March of 2012 as…
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Denise Barth named Elementary Principal of the Year
November 30, 2016Mrs. Denise Barth, principal of Catawba Trail Elementary School in Richland School District Two, has been named the 2017 South Carolina Elementary Principal of the Year by the South Carolina…
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Pair of UofSC professors named AAAS Fellows
November 30, 2016University of South Carolina sociology professor Douglas Anderton and chemistry professor Stephen Morgan have been named fellows of the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS). Election as a…
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Columbia Metropolitan Airport announces Eddie Martin as Director of Public Safety
November 30, 2016Columbia Metropolitan Airport announced that Eddie Martin has stepped into the role of Director for the Airport’s Public Safety Department. Eddie assumes the position previously held by Randy Blackmon who…
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Clemson horticulture, Landscape Services teach proper tree planting
November 30, 2016Clemson University students are learning from the best about how to correctly plant a tree and watch it grow. And a Clemson horticulturist has some expert advice to help homeowners…
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Clemson horticulture, Landscape Services teach proper tree planting
November 30, 2016Clemson University students are learning from the best about how to correctly plant a tree and watch it grow. And a Clemson horticulturist has some expert advice to help homeowners…
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DHEC encourages HIV testing in recognition of World AIDS Day 2016
November 30, 2016World AIDS Day is December 1, and the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) is encouraging South Carolinians to get tested, the agency announced today. “More than…
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DHEC encourages HIV testing in recognition of World AIDS Day 2016
November 30, 2016World AIDS Day is December 1, and the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) is encouraging South Carolinians to get tested, the agency announced today. “More than…
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Nicole Thompson named Middle School Assistant Principal of the Year
November 30, 2016Nicole Thompson, assistant principal of Oakridge Middle School in York School District Two, has been named the 2017 South Carolina Middle Level Assistant Principal of the Year by the South…
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City Center Partnership announces re-election of officers and new board members for 2017
November 30, 2016City Center Partnership announced it has re-elected the following officers for a second one-year term: Tripp Whitener of South State Bank – Chairman Lee Mashburn of Mashburn Construction – Vice…
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Flock and Rally wins “Star of the Show” prize at International Association of Business Communicators S.C. Chapter (IABC/SC) 2016 Palmetto Awards
November 30, 2016The “Star of the Show” award – equivalent to a “Best in Show” prize – was given to Flock and Rally, a women-owned integrated communications firm based in Columbia, S.C.,…
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Flock and Rally Wins “Star of the Show” Prize at International Association of Business Communicators S.C. Chapter (IABC/SC) 2016 Palmetto Awards
November 30, 2016The “Star of the Show” award – equivalent to a “Best in Show” prize – was given to Flock and Rally, a women-owned integrated communications firm based in Columbia, S.C.,…
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Lexington Medical Center welcomes Adam M. Lazzarini, MD, FAAOS
November 30, 2016WEST COLUMBIA, SC – Lexington Medical Center is pleased to welcome Adam M. Lazzarini, MD, FAAOS, to its network of care. Dr. Lazzarini will practice at Southeastern Orthopaedic and Sports…
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Spirax Sarco releases 2017 steam training course schedule
November 30, 2016Spirax Sarco has released its 2017 schedule of training center courses covering all aspects of steam. The curriculum’s objective is to provide participants a comprehensive knowledge and understanding to energy…
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NAI Avant closes sale of former restaurant site in West Columbia
November 30, 2016NAI Avant senior brokers Patrick Chambers and Ben Kelly, CCIM, recently represented Piggie Park Enterprises, Inc., in the sale of 2515 Sunset Blvd in West Columbia. The purchaser plans to…
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Lexington student receives presidential honor for community service
November 30, 2016LEXINGTON, SC – Awards from the President of the United States don’t come along every day, but Paul Kim can now display his award proudly. A student at Lexington High,…
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College of Charleston MBA Program resumes free, monthly information sessions
November 30, 2016Choosing the right MBA program can be a challenge – but getting information shouldn’t be. Meet, mingle and discover the benefits of a degree from the College of Charleston’s global…
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Flock and Rally wins “Star of the Show” prize at International Association of Business Communicators S.C. Chapter (IABC/SC) 2016 Palmetto Awards
November 30, 2016The “Star of the Show” award – equivalent to a “Best in Show” prize – was given to Flock and Rally, a women-owned integrated communications firm based in Columbia, S.C.,…
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Lexington student receives presidential honor for community service
November 30, 2016LEXINGTON, SC – Awards from the President of the United States don’t come along every day, but Paul Kim can now display his award proudly. A student at Lexington High,…
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NAI Avant closes sale of former restaurant site in West Columbia
November 30, 2016NAI Avant senior brokers Patrick Chambers and Ben Kelly, CCIM, recently represented Piggie Park Enterprises, Inc., in the sale of 2515 Sunset Blvd in West Columbia. The purchaser plans to…
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Spirax Sarco releases 2017 steam training course schedule
November 30, 2016Spirax Sarco has released its 2017 schedule of training center courses covering all aspects of steam. The curriculum’s objective is to provide participants a comprehensive knowledge and understanding to energy…
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Safran expands existing Charleston County operations
November 29, 2016Safran – a leading provider of systems and equipment for aircraft, including the Boeing 787 Dreamliner – has expanded its Charleston County footprint by constructing a new facility adjacent to…
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Safran expands existing Charleston County operations
November 29, 2016Safran – a leading provider of systems and equipment for aircraft, including the Boeing 787 Dreamliner – has expanded its Charleston County footprint by constructing a new facility adjacent to…
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Will Ralston hired as preconstruction manager, Charleston office
November 29, 2016Mashburn Construction welcomed Will Ralston to the Charleston office. Will joins Mashburn with Bachelor of Science and Master Degrees from Auburn University’s School of Building Science. He has held positions…
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Avison Young land sale | 0 Ladson Road
November 29, 2016Avison Young commercial real estate announced that Johnny Bevon, CCIM represented Deli-Boi 4, LLC in the purchase of 3.96 acres of land located at 0 Ladson Road in Ladson, South…
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Wilson Associates Real Estate announced addition of Realtor Associates
November 29, 2016Wilson Associates Real Estate announced the addition of Laura McDonald and Mary Allison Zimmerman, Realtor Associates. We are excited about our continued growth and excellence is our standard. Laura McDonald…
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Edventure kicks off the holidays with the opening of Snowville and Gingerbread Jamboree
November 29, 2016All families are invited to some holiday fun this season at EdVenture’s Gingerbread Jamboree, held each weekend through December 31. The holiday event series for children will feature photos with…
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Todd Daugherty has joined JHS Architecture Integrated Design
November 29, 2016Todd Daugherty has joined JHS Architecture Integrated Design as an Architectural Intern. Todd brings over 6 years of design experience. He is a graduate of the New School of Architecture…
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Tri-District Arts Consortium Summer Program nominations now being accepted
November 29, 2016Nominations are now being accepted for the 2017 Tri-District Arts Consortium Summer Program. Middle school students who attend the public schools of Lexington One, Lexington/Richland Five and Richland Two are…
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Main Street ICE closed due to weather
November 29, 2016Main Street ICE, the City of Columbia’s outdoor ice skating rink, is temporarily closed due to rain and warm weather, the City of Columbia Parks and Recreation Department announced. Rain,…
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Anonymous donor contributes $75K to three existing Winthrop Funds
November 29, 2016An anonymous $75,000 gift will boost financial support for Winthrop students by endowing one existing fund and providing substantial contributions to two additional existing funds. This gift will provide $25,000…
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Brosius to leave Columbia Museum of Art for new philanthropic opportunity
November 29, 2016COLUMBIA, SC – Columbia Museum of Art Executive Director Karen Brosius informed board members and staff today of her acceptance of the president position with a national nonprofit organization in…
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Immedion hires Holly Sanders as marketing associate in Columbia
November 29, 2016Immedion LLC, a premiere provider of data center services including Cloud, colocation and managed services, announced today the hiring of Holly Sanders as Marketing Associate at Immedion’s Columbia location. In…
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Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announces the top producers for October
November 29, 2016Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS® announces the top producers from each of its residential sales offices for the month of October. These agents and teams earned the highest…
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The Old Cigar Warehouse adds two employees to team
November 29, 2016The Old Cigar Warehouse has hired Lauren Lyons as its new Venue Captain and Anna-Kate Sherrill as its newest Wedding Director. Lyons began her career at The Old Cigar Warehouse…
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CresCom Bank expands team with new hires this November
November 29, 2016CresCom Bank, the community-banking leader within the Carolinas, introduces new team members to its branches this month. These new members include: Myrtle Beach, S.C. Geordan Miller joins CresCom Bank…
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CresCom Bank expands team with new hires this November
November 29, 2016CresCom Bank, the community-banking leader within the Carolinas, introduces new team members to its branches this month. These new members include: Myrtle Beach, S.C. Geordan Miller joins CresCom Bank…
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Elizabeth Duquette is new manager at SAFE Federal Credit Union Bishopville branch
November 29, 2016Elizabeth Duquette has been named branch manager at the Bishopville branch of SAFE Federal Credit Union, the largest credit union based in the Midlands. She now leads the staff of…
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Home-based, telemental health care delivers better quality of life for veterans
November 29, 2016Home-based telemental health care for depression is well received by patients and delivers as good a quality of life as in-person visits, according to the results of a clinical trial…
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if ART Cassidy & Kilgore Condon Solo Shows
November 29, 2016if ART Gallery presents MICHAEL CASSIDY: As They Are & DIANE KILGORE CONDON: Film Of The Mind Two Simultaneous Solo Exhibitions – December 3 – 24, 2016 On Saturday, December 3, if ART Gallery…
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Announcing the 2017 Workforce Innovator Awards!
November 29, 2016South Carolina is experiencing unprecedented economic development growth. This growth, coupled with the retirement of our baby boomers, mandates increased workforce training. The S.C. Chamber of Commerce’s Workforce Innovator Awards…
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