Unemployment rate falls to 5.1%, fourth consecutive monthly drop

  September 21, 2016

South Carolina’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate dropped for the fourth consecutive month to 5.1 percent in August from 5.2 percent in July. Unemployment fell by 3,856 people to 116,998. Employment…

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Unemployment rate falls to 5.1%, fourth consecutive monthly drop

  September 21, 2016

South Carolina’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate dropped for the fourth consecutive month to 5.1 percent in August from 5.2 percent in July. Unemployment fell by 3,856 people to 116,998. Employment…

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Caroline Blouin joins the Augusta Road office of C. Dan Joyner, Realtors

  September 21, 2016

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announced that Caroline Blouin has joined the company’s Augusta Road office as a sales associate. Blouin received bachelor’s and master’s degrees in English…

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Adam Artigliere appointed to Rebuild Upstate Board

  September 21, 2016

McNair Law Firm announced attorney Adam Artigliere has been appointed to the Rebuild Upstate Board of Directors. Artigliere will serve in this role through 2018. Adam has been a consistent…

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Adam Artigliere appointed to Rebuild Upstate Board

  September 21, 2016

McNair Law Firm announced attorney Adam Artigliere has been appointed to the Rebuild Upstate Board of Directors. Artigliere will serve in this role through 2018. Adam has been a consistent…

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New Elixir Bar opens in Mt. Pleasant

  September 21, 2016

Eucalyptus Wellness Company, a locally owned natural health store has added an additional service offering with the addition of their new Elixir Bar. The Elixir Bar serves healthy innovative drinks…

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BCSD exceeds aggressive student enrollment projections

  September 20, 2016

Berkeley County School District (BCSD) continues to experience significant growth in student enrollment, increasing by 755 students from last year to this year. The 2016-2017 Day 10 Attendance Count totaled…

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HRP Associates hires Anthony Hermann as Project Geologist

  September 20, 2016

HRP Associates Inc. (HRP), an environmental engineering and hydrogeology firm in Greenville, announces the hiring of Anthony Hermann as project geologist.   “I look forward to the opportunity to serve…

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Mayor Benjamin welcomes new Mayor’s Fellows to City Hall

  September 20, 2016

Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin welcomes twelve students this fall to the Mayor’s Fellows program. The program provides both undergraduate and graduate-level students with the opportunity to gain first-hand knowledge of…

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Dorchester County hires Tiffany Norton as Public Information Officer

  September 20, 2016

CHARLESTON, SC – On September 19, 2016, Tiffany Norton became Dorchester County’s first official Public Information Officer (PIO). In her new role as PIO, Ms. Norton will oversee the county’s social media…

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City Manager John Castile presents FY2015-2016 year-end results

  September 20, 2016

City Manager John Castile and OMB Director Kai Nelson presented the City of Greenville’s FY2015-2016 preliminary year-end results at a City Council work session this afternoon. The presentation included the…

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NAI Earle Furman recent transactions

  September 20, 2016

NAI Earle Furman announces the following transactions: Leases Columbia, South Carolina:  Graham Mullikin and Chris Harrison of NAI Earle Furman represented the tenant, Rkay Holdings, LLC, in leasing a 2,000…

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McNair selects Michael Weaver to lead Columbia office

  September 20, 2016

McNair Law Firm announced that Michael Weaver has been selected to lead the firm’s Columbia office. “Michael represents the best of McNair – in his extraordinary commitment to both client…

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Dr. Pastides’ State of the University speech

  September 20, 2016

University of South Carolina President Harris Pastides delivered his annual State of the University address to the community on September 14.       Thank you and good morning to all.…

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Dr. Pastides’ State of the University speech

  September 20, 2016

University of South Carolina President Harris Pastides delivered his annual State of the University address to the community on September 14.       Thank you and good morning to all.…

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Mashburn Construction celebrates anniversary

  September 20, 2016

Mashburn Construction has been celebrating all year, but officially, the company is 40 years old today September 20, 2016. In 1962, Harry Mashburn sat in class at NC State University…

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Mashburn Construction celebrates anniversary

  September 20, 2016

Mashburn Construction has been celebrating all year, but officially, the company is 40 years old today September 20, 2016. In 1962, Harry Mashburn sat in class at NC State University…

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McNair selects Michael Weaver to lead Columbia office

  September 20, 2016

McNair Law Firm announced that Michael Weaver has been selected to lead the firm’s Columbia office. “Michael represents the best of McNair – in his extraordinary commitment to both client…

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2016 Columbia Choice Awards call for entries

  September 19, 2016

These prestigious awards recognize individuals, businesses, neighborhoods and organizations whose work has significantly enhanced the appearance and quality of life of Columbia’s environment. Awards will be given in six categories:…

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Member Wins $10,000 during huge HELOC promotion

  September 19, 2016

Founders Federal Credit presented a check in the amount of $10,000 to Christopher and Beth Johnson on Thursday, September 15, at Founders Gold Hill Road Office. The Johnsons won the…

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SC Aerospace names new board members

  September 19, 2016

Steve Prout of Solar Atmospheres, Todd Sharpley of GKN, and Paul V. Kumler of KTM Solutions have joined the Advisory Board for SC Aerospace.  The Board is comprised of industry…

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SC Aerospace names new board members

  September 19, 2016

Steve Prout of Solar Atmospheres, Todd Sharpley of GKN, and Paul V. Kumler of KTM Solutions have joined the Advisory Board for SC Aerospace.  The Board is comprised of industry…

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