Top Grossing Movies – January 22
January 22, 2018
Theatrical grosses from comScore Week of 01/19/2018 to 01/25/2018 Rank Title Rating Distributor Weeks Weekend Locs Weekend Gross Cumulative 1 Jumanji: Welcome To The Jungle PG13 Sony 5 3704…
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Ten at the Top to hold Culture Counts Regional Forum
January 22, 2018
Ten at the Top (TATT) will hold the first Upstate Regional Forum of 2018 focusing on the theme of “Culture Counts”. The forum will unveil the Upstate Arts & Culture…
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Ryan Welch represented the seller in the sale of a 24,869 SF special purpose facility in Saint Stephen, SC
January 22, 2018Lee & Associates Charleston’s Ryan Welch represented the seller, SC Federal Credit Union in the sale a 24,869 SF Special Purpose Facility located at 143 Hotel Street in North Saint Stephen, SC…
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Fire and Police Chief candidates to visit Charleston
January 22, 2018
The city is in the process of selecting the final candidates for both fire and police chief. Once selected, the candidates for each position will visit Charleston to meet with…
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Aviation Authority Board elects officers
January 22, 2018
The Aviation Authority Board recently re-elected its sitting slate of officers. Leading the board for the next year are: Chairman — Billy Swails, a State Farm insurance agent and former…
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SCRA announces SC launch investment in Extremiti3D
January 22, 2018
SCRA’s entrepreneurial program, SC Launch, Inc., recently finalized an investment for Extremiti3D LLC, based in Johns Island, SC. The company was accepted into the SC Launch program as a Client…
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Coker College provides students with Apple iPads to enhance the learning experience
January 22, 2018Coker College has partnered with Apple to provide incoming first-year students with their own iPads. Students who enroll at the college’s Hartsville campus will receive a brand new device, preloaded with…
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STEAM Early Childhood Leadership Cohort in partnership with the Children’s Museum of the Lowcountry
January 22, 2018Berkeley County First Steps has launched a year-long partnership with the Children’s Museum of the Lowcountry, a non-profit located in downtown Charleston, to train early childhood teachers to provide high-quality…
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Willie Nelson & Family to play the Peace Center March 5- tickets go on sale Friday, Jan. 26, at 10 a.m.
January 22, 2018
When: Monday, March 5, at 7:30 p.m. Where: Peace Concert Hall at the Peace Center Tickets: $65-$95 Willie Nelson & Family come to the Peace Center on Monday, March 5, at 7:30 p.m.…
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An Evening with Gillian Welch at the Peace Center April 9 – tickets go on sale Friday, Jan. 26, at 10 a.m.
January 22, 2018
When: Monday, April 9, at 8 p.m. Where: Peace Concert Hall at the Peace Center Tickets: $35 Gillian Welch will play the Peace Center on Monday, April 9, at 8 p.m. At this concert,…
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Cohn Construction welcomes Alex Filo as Superintendent
January 22, 2018Cohn Construction Services welcomes Alex Filo to our team as a Field Superintendent. Alex Filo holds certifications with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and Stormwater Pollution Prevention plan (SWPPP).…
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Santee Cooper announces office closures, adds mobile app and online payment portal
January 22, 2018
Santee Cooper will be closing three of its retail offices this year, saving customers approximately $1 million annually. Santee Cooper is also adding an enhanced online payment portal, a new…
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Historic Columbia is now taking nominations for the 2018 Preservation Awards
January 22, 2018Historic Columbia is now accepting nominations for its 2018 Preservation Awards. The deadline for nominations is Thursday, Feb. 15. Help Historic Columbia recognize the commendable efforts of citizens of Columbia…
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Citadel’s provost receives 2018 Martin Luther King Jr. Humanitarian Award
January 22, 2018Black History Intercollegiate Consortium honors Connie Book for exemplifying King’s life and legacy CHARLESTON, S.C. – The provost and dean of The Citadel is the recipient of this year’s Dr. Martin…
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Michael Beaver appointed as Development and Communications Director at A Child’s Haven
January 22, 2018
A Child’s Haven is pleased to welcome Michael Beaver as Development and Communications Director. Prior to joining A Child’s Haven, Michael worked for the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation (PBTF) as…
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Columbia realtor, USC grad elected to serve on the Presbyterian College Board of Trustees
January 22, 2018
Jill Moylan, of Columbia, SC, has been elected to serve on the Presbyterian College board of trustees. Moylan earned a bachelor’s degree in English from PC in 1984. “I am…
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Columbia, S.C. to host 8th annual free Mardi Gras Columbia Festival Sat., Feb. 10
January 22, 2018
Free festival admission for all ages; beverage proceeds benefit Heroes in Blue; grand marshal Bakari Sellers; King Bentz Kirby and Queen Kassy Alia The Krewe de Columbi-Ya-Ya, in collaboration with…
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BANDWAGON expanding national footprint through participation in Capital Factory accelerator
January 22, 2018
BANDWAGON, the Greenville-based startup that is using data to transform the college gameday experience, will kick off 2018 in Austin, Texas as a participant in Capital Factory’s six month startup…
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The City of Columbia Community Development Block Grant Disaster Recovery Program, Greenville Technical College and Midlands Technical College are collaborating to provide environmental remediation training for contractors
January 22, 2018The City of Columbia Community Development Block Grant Disaster Recovery Program, Greenville Technical College and Midlands Technical College are collaborating to provide environmental remediation training for contractors who are interested…
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FUEL promotes two in key leadership
January 22, 2018FUEL, an integrated marketing firm in downtown Greenville, SC, specializing in both digital and traditional services, has promoted two employees to expanded leadership positions: Meredith Kinsey to Senior Vice President…
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Southern Visions Real Estate announces the recent sale of 28 lots for future residential development in the Mariner’s Creek subdivision in Lexington
January 22, 2018Southern Visions Sales Associates Rhett Kelly and Reggie Enlow represented the seller VRP Development, LLC in the $970,000 transaction. With the ever-changing landscape of Lexington County, it is imperative to…
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Novelist Linda Busby Parker to speak Jan. 25 at Wofford
January 22, 2018
Author to discuss ‘Creative Writing: A Dangerous Activity” SPARTANBURG, S.C. – Award-winning novelist Linda Busby Parker will speak at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 25, at Wofford College on “Creative Writing: A Dangerous Activity.”…
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Merchants of Devine Street present their Winter Sidewalk Sale
January 22, 2018Chase away those winter blues with some great shopping! The merchants of Devine Street are excited to present their Winter Sidewalk Sale – Friday, January 26th through Sunday, January 28th.…
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Youth Volunteer Corps of Charleston awarded “YVC Cornerstone Grant”
January 22, 2018The Youth Volunteer Corps (YVC) of Charleston was recently named a recipient of the YVC Cornerstone Grant, a $20,000 award distributed to affiliate programs undertaking measures to improve the outcomes…
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School District Five of Lexington and Richland Counties has a new online application for its magnet and other choice programs
January 22, 2018School District Five of Lexington and Richland Counties has a new online application for its magnet and other choice programs. The online choice application will open on January 22, 2018 at…
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Lexington District One promotes Cherry, Jackson
January 22, 2018During its Jan. 16, 2018 Board Meeting, the Lexington County School District One Board of Trustees approved the promotion of Sandra “Sandy” R. Cherry to the position of assistant administrator…
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Jackson hires Allyse Yorgey as video intern
January 22, 2018
Jackson Marketing, Motorsports & Events, South Carolina’s second- largest integrated marketing communication and events agency, has selected Allyse Yorgey to participate in the company’s spring internship program in the video…
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Statewide debut of “Giving Back: The Soul of Philanthropy” exhibition opens Feb. 10 in Columbia, S.C.
January 22, 2018
Statewide debut of “Giving Back: The Soul of Philanthropy” exhibition opens Feb. 10 in Columbia, S.C. Come to see philanthropy differently: philanthropic experience and giving traditions of African Americans explored…
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Milliken & Company distinguishes Milliken Honors recipients
January 22, 2018
A textile and chemical manufacturer employing nearly 7,000 associates across the globe, Milliken & Company honored 55 associates on January 10 during the company’s newly revitalized recognition program. Associates from…
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Gatorade® National Volleyball Player of the Year: Thayer Hall
January 22, 2018
Olympian and Pro Beach Volleyball Player April Ross Surprises Winner with Honor In its 33rd year of honoring the nation’s best high school athletes, The Gatorade Company today announced Thayer Hall of Dorman High…
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Newmark Wilson Kibler represents buyer of Forest Executive Plaza in $1.92 million sale
January 22, 2018. Mike Edwards and Brooks Owings of Newmark Wilson Kibler represented the buyer in the recent sale of Forest Executive Plaza at 4500 Ft. Jackson Blvd. The 32,518-square-foot multi-tenant property sold…
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GADC launches new jobs website to connect talented job seekers with expanding employers
January 22, 2018The Greenville Area Development Corporation (GADC) has launched a new website (www.jobsingreenvillesc.com) designed to quickly and efficiently connect talented South Carolina job seekers with the scores of companies the economic…
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Robust real estate market is expected to continue in 2018
January 22, 2018Multiple Listing Service of Hilton Head Island (HHIMLS) statistics show the real estate market outlook is strong for 2018. HHIMLS facilitates $3 billion in real estate transactions annually. It helps…
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Cason Development Group adds John Metts as associate
January 22, 2018
John Metts has joined Cason Development Group as a development associate. His primary focus will be on new development opportunities and building new tenant relationships. “John’s strong reputation and experience…
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GADC launches new jobs website to connect talented job seekers with expanding employers
January 22, 2018The Greenville Area Development Corporation (GADC) has launched a new website (www.jobsingreenvillesc.com) designed to quickly and efficiently connect talented South Carolina job seekers with the scores of companies the economic…
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PurePower Technologies names Noel Ranka chief sales and marketing officer
January 22, 2018
PurePower Technologies®, a leader in the engineering and manufacturing of new and remanufactured diesel fuel injectors and turbochargers for OEMs and the aftermarket, today announced Noel Ranka as its new…
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The Brandon Agency welcomes Katie Ryan as new SEO specialist
January 22, 2018
The Brandon Agency, the most creatively awarded agency in the Carolinas, has expanded its Search Engine Marketing Team with the addition of Katie Ryan, the agency’s new search engine optimization (SEO)…
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National Press Club briefing to feature S.C. Arts Commission program
January 22, 2018
The Art of Community: Rural S.C., an S.C. Arts Commission program, and one of its community representatives from Walterboro, S.C. are to receive prominent recognition at the National Press Club Tuesday,…
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Student-run bistro opens to public for spring semester
January 22, 2018
Bistro lunch service returns for the spring semester Tuesday, Jan. 23 at McCutchen House. Students from the College of Hospitality, Retail and Sport Management run the bistro under the leadership of their…
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Dominion Energy to award $1 million in environmental education and stewardship grants
January 22, 2018
Now accepting applications for grants of up to $25,000 each; Recipients to be announced in April Projects should focus on environmental education or stewardship K-12 schools can now apply for…
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Free on Feb. 10: 8th annual Mardi Gras Columbia festival to benefit Heroes in Blue at City Roots Farm in Columbia, SC!
January 22, 2018Free festival admission for all ages; beverage proceeds benefit Heroes in Blue; grand marshal Bakari Sellers; King Bentz Kirby and Queen Kassy Alia The Krewe de Columbi-Ya-Ya, in collaboration with…
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Able SC, YWCA Upper Lowlands, and STSM partner to improve statewide services for sexual assault survivors with disabilities
January 22, 2018
U.S. DOJ Disability Grant Program supports partnership to build capacity and effect systemic change Able South Carolina announced their partnership with Sexual Trauma Services of the Midlands and YWCA Upper…
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Furman University President Elizabeth Davis elected to CIC Board of Directors
January 22, 2018
Furman University President Elizabeth Davis has been elected to the Council of Independent Colleges (CIC) Board of Directors. Davis will serve a one-year term from January 2018 to January 2019.…
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Tom Uva joins Elliott Davis, strengthening firm’s consulting practice
January 22, 2018
Elliott Davis, one of the largest accounting, tax and consulting services firms in the Southeast, welcomes Tom Uva to the firm’s consulting practice. Uva will serve as director for the expanding management…
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SC Automotive Summit to focus on new technologies, regional insights and global trends
January 22, 2018
Connectivity, mobility, and technology to headline discussions Greenville, S.C. – The SC Automotive Council (SCAC) a division of the South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance (SCMA) today announced its lineup for its…
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BANDWAGON expanding national footprint through participation in Capital Factory accelerator
January 22, 2018
BANDWAGON, the Greenville-based startup that is using data to transform the college gameday experience, will kick off 2018 in Austin, Texas as a participant in Capital Factory’s six month startup…
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Statewide debut of “Giving Back: The Soul of Philanthropy” exhibition opens Feb. 10 in Columbia, S.C.
January 22, 2018
Statewide debut of “Giving Back: The Soul of Philanthropy” exhibition opens Feb. 10 in Columbia, S.C. Come to see philanthropy differently: philanthropic experience and giving traditions of African Americans explored…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: on-the-move, philanthropy
Jackson hires Allyse Yorgey as video intern
January 22, 2018
Jackson Marketing, Motorsports & Events, South Carolina’s second- largest integrated marketing communication and events agency, has selected Allyse Yorgey to participate in the company’s spring internship program in the video…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: marketing-and-communications, on-the-move
Historic Columbia is now taking nominations for the 2018 Preservation Awards
January 22, 2018
Historic Columbia is now accepting nominations for its 2018 Preservation Awards. The deadline for nominations is Thursday, Feb. 15. Help Historic Columbia recognize the commendable efforts of citizens of Columbia…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: non-profit, on-the-move
Cohn Construction welcomes Alex Filo as Superintendent
January 22, 2018
Cohn Construction Services welcomes Alex Filo to our team as a Field Superintendent. Alex Filo holds certifications with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and Stormwater Pollution Prevention plan (SWPPP).…
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