Motley Rice announces $140 M settlement for Barrick Gold shareholders
June 1, 2016MT. PLEASANT, SC – Motley Rice LLC, sole lead counsel in In re Barrick Gold Securities Litigation, has reached a $140 million preliminary settlement with the leading gold mining company…
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Finnegan heads SCBIO Board of Directors
June 1, 2016G. Thomas Finnegan, Director of the Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship and Co-Head of the Medical University Hospital Innovation Center at the Medical University of South Carolina was named Chairman…
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Finnegan heads SCBIO Board of Directors
June 1, 2016G. Thomas Finnegan, Director of the Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship and Co-Head of the Medical University Hospital Innovation Center at the Medical University of South Carolina was named Chairman…
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Three new tenants in West Ashley
June 1, 2016Newmark Grubb Wilson Kibler, a leading real estate services firm, announced the recent lease transaction bringing Frothy Beard Brewing to West Ashley. Alex Irwin of Newmark Grubb Wilson Kibler and…
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Chambers & Partners rank Gallivan, White & Boyd, P.A. and three attorneys as Leaders in Law
June 1, 2016GREENVILLE, SC – The law firm of Gallivan, White & Boyd, P.A. is pleased to announce that the firm has been selected for inclusion in the 2016 edition of Chambers…
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Jackson hires James Bell as CDL, Event Specialist
June 1, 2016GREENVILLE, SC – Jackson Marketing, Motorsports & Events, South Carolina’s second largest integrated marketing communications and events agency, has hired James Bell as CDL, Event Specialist. Bell most recently served…
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LS3P climbing Interior Design Magazine’s Top 100 Giants list
June 1, 2016LS3P, whose reach has expanded to eight offices in three states in the Southeast and projects nationwide, has recently climbed to 55th place in Interior Design Magazine’s annual Design Giants…
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Midlands Orthopaedics, P.A. to become Midlands Orthopaedics and Neurosurgery
June 1, 2016COLUMBIA, SC – Ann Margaret McCraw, CEO and spokesperson for Midlands Orthopaedics, P.A. announced this week that the practice has officially changed its name to Midlands Orthopaedics and Neurosurgery as…
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Riggs Partners and Trio Solutions announce 2016 CreateAthon dates
June 1, 2016Nonprofits encouraged to apply now to be considered for free marketing services Riggs Partners in Columbia and Trio Solutions in Charleston will hold their annual CreateAthon events for South Carolina-based…
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Riggs Partners and Trio Solutions announce 2016 CreateAthon dates
May 31, 2016Nonprofits encouraged to apply now to be considered for free marketing services Riggs Partners in Columbia and Trio Solutions in Charleston will hold their annual CreateAthon events for South Carolina-based…
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Furbright EU Fellowship awarded to Furman alumnus Cary Fontana
May 31, 2016Cary Fontana, a 2010 Furman University political science and economics graduate, has won a Fulbright-Schuman grant from the U.S. State Department. Also known as the European Union (EU) Fulbright, the…
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Polly Joyner joins the North Pleasantburg office of C. Dan Joyner, Realtors
May 31, 2016Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announced the addition of Polly Joyner to the company’s North Pleasantburg office. Joyner joins the company as a sales associate after spending several years…
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Robert Satterfield joins the North Pleasantburg office of C. Dan Joyner, Realtors
May 31, 2016Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announced the addition of Robert Satterfield to its North Pleasantburg office. He joins the company as one of its newest real estate professionals.…
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Jessika Poole joins Coldwell Banker Caine in Greenville
May 31, 2016Coldwell Banker Caine recently welcomed Jessika Poole as a residential sales agent in its new homes division with Great Southern Homes. Jessika joins Coldwell Banker Caine with previous experience in…
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United Community Bank selects Greenville bankers for inaugural Leadership Academy
May 31, 2016United Community Bank has selected fifteen of its emerging leaders for its Leadership Academy, a professional development program. Four Greenville-based team members have been selected for the 2016-2017 class, which…
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STEAM education fueled by $20,000 from Duke Energy Foundation
May 31, 2016Chapman Cultural Center will continue its focus on bringing the arts and sciences to Spartanburg area students with help of $20,000 from the Duke Energy Foundation. The grant will allow…
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Avtec announces changes, promotions within its leadership team
May 31, 2016Longtime President and CEO Michael Branning Retains Senior Executive Role: Names Avtec Executive Kevin Williams As Company President LEXINGTON, SC – Avtec Inc. – the nation’s leading independent provider of…
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A statewide movement to improve foster care was sparked out of the Upstate
May 31, 2016Three legislative bills affecting South Carolina foster care, drafted in the Upstate, progressed rapidly through the State House; one bill was already enacted into law while the other two are…
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Science Center Is Forming FIRST Lego League Team
May 31, 2016The John F. Green Spartanburg Science Center is now forming a FIRST Lego League team for students in grades 4-8. Team members should have a passionate interest in robots, Legos,…
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Spartanburg vision plan propels forward
May 31, 2016Steering Committee Makes Inter-City Visit and Announces Community Event on June 14 Spartanburg continues to keep moving forward, as the Spartanburg Vision Plan steering committee announces two opportunities that continue…
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Fourteen advance through inaugural Spartanburg Political Leadership Institute
May 31, 2016On Wednesday, May 25, the Spartanburg Area Chamber of Commerce launched its inaugural Spartanburg Political Leadership Institute program, designed to educate current and potential elected officials about the election process…
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China Jushi bringing 80,000-ton fiberglass production line to Richland County
May 31, 2016Company Investing $300 Million And Creating 400 New Jobs To Build First U.S. Manufacturing Facility RICHLAND COUNTY, SC – China Jushi, a global manufacturer and promoter of fiberglass products, is…
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China Jushi bringing 80,000-ton fiberglass production line to Richland County
May 31, 2016Company Investing $300 Million And Creating 400 New Jobs To Build First U.S. Manufacturing Facility RICHLAND COUNTY, SC – China Jushi, a global manufacturer and promoter of fiberglass products, is…
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Clemson University receives $2 million to help lower cost of airplane and automotive parts
May 31, 2016Amod Ogale of Clemson University has received $2 million and will work with a group of researchers across the country to lower the cost of high-tech materials that have helped…
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Letrender Dobey joins Moore Beauston & Woodham, LLP
May 31, 2016Moore Beauston & Woodham L.L.P., a full service accounting and consulting firm with offices in Charleston, Greenville, Hartsville, and West Columbia is pleased to announce an addition to its staff:…
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Moore Beauston & Woodham employee passes CPA exam
May 31, 2016Moore Beauston & Woodham L.L.P., a full service accounting and consulting firm with offices in Charleston, Greenville, Hartsville, and West Columbia is pleased to announce that: Geoffrey B. Busby,…
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Stephen M. May joins Moore Beauston & Woodham, LLP
May 31, 2016Moore Beauston & Woodham L.L.P., a full service accounting and consulting firm with offices in Charleston, West Columbia, Greenville and Hartsville is pleased to announce that: Stephen M. May…
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Michael Targia joins Moore Beauston & Woodham, LLP
May 31, 2016Moore Beauston & Woodham L.L.P., a full service accounting and consulting firm with offices in Charleston, Greenville, Hartsville, and West Columbia is pleased to announce an addition to its staff:…
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Kevin Caskey joins Moore Beauston & Woodham, LLP
May 31, 2016Moore Beauston & Woodham L.L.P., a full service accounting and consulting firm with offices in Charleston, West Columbia, Greenville and Hartsville is pleased to announce that: Kevin M. Caskey completed…
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2016 TOUR OF HOMES will be held Saturday and Sunday, June 4- 5, 11 -12 & 18-19
May 31, 2016Columbia’s Largest Open House of New Homes is the 2016 TOUR OF HOMES June 4- 5, 11-12 & 18-19 from 11:00 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturdays and from 1:00…
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Chef Todd Woods from The Oak Table to represent Columbia at Atlanta Food & Wine Festival
May 31, 2016Executive Chef Todd Woods from The Oak Table will be participating in the 2016 Atlanta Food & Wine Festival this year. Woods has been invited to craft bites for the…
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Columbia SC 63 honors the legacy of African American Baseball in Columbia, S.C.
May 31, 2016Columbia marks a new chapter in the history of baseball in the city. Columbia SC 63, Our Story Matters is pleased to join the Columbia Fireflies and Mayor Steve Benjamin…
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Statement from Elliott Summey, Charleston County Board Chairman
May 31, 2016By Elliott Summey Charleston County Board Chairman May 26, 2016 Today was a slap in the face to Charleston County. Along with the City of Charleston Mayor John Tecklenburg and…
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Lizard’s Thicket adds kale salad to menu
May 31, 2016Lizard’s Thicket, which has 15 restaurants in the Midlands and Florence, S.C., has added a fresh Kale Salad to its list of 27 available sides. Made with raw, leafy kale,…
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Cross High receives $5,000 grant from Lowe’s
May 31, 2016MONCKS CORNER, SC – Cross High School Building Construction Department, with Building Construction teacher David E. Sweat, Sr., have received a $5,000 Lowe’s Toolbox for Education grant for study and relaxation…
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Newmark Grubb Wilson Kibler welcomes Det Bowers as Managing Director
May 31, 2016COLUMBIA, SC – Newmark Grubb Wilson Kibler is pleased to announce the addition of Det Bowers to our team. Mr. Bowers will be the Managing Director over our statewide offices.…
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Newmark Grubb Wilson Kibler welcomes Det Bowers as Managing Director
May 31, 2016COLUMBIA, SC – Newmark Grubb Wilson Kibler is pleased to announce the addition of Det Bowers to our team. Mr. Bowers will be the Managing Director over our statewide offices.…
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Colliers International brokers sale of 319,000 square foot warehouse and distribution facility
May 31, 2016Sale adds another property to the Carolina Industrial Properties portfolio Colliers International’s Chuck Salley, SIOR, Dave Mathews, SIOR and Sam Myers represented Reger Holdings LLC in the acquisition of 2500…
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2016 Citizenship Award Goes to Mining Association of South Carolina’s (MASC) Neal Barber
May 31, 2016MASC announced Neal Barber as the 2016 Citizenship Award Recipient. This award is given annually to individuals whose active participation in a wide range of activities have strengthened the community…
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The Gibbes Museum of Art Reopens after Two-Year, $13.5 Million Renovation
May 31, 2016Charleston’s premier art museum connects the South’s artistic past to a vibrant art scene The Gibbes Museum of Art reopened its doors to the public after an extensive two-year, multimillion-dollar…
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Pawleys Island Festival of Music & Art unveils 2016 poster
May 31, 2016Celia Wester’s “Sunny Day Palm” Emerges as this Year’s Winner Celia Wester has emerged as the winner of the Pawleys Island Festival of Music & Art poster contest. In a…
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Sean Tracey joins Charleston Metro Chamber; Therese Gordon receives promotion
May 31, 2016One new professional recently joined the Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce team and a high performing staff member received a promotion. Sean Tracey: Vice President, Advancement Sean Tracey serves…
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2016 Citizenship Award Goes to Mining Association of South Carolina’s (MASC) Neal Barber
May 31, 2016MASC announced Neal Barber as the 2016 Citizenship Award Recipient. This award is given annually to individuals whose active participation in a wide range of activities have strengthened the community…
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Lizard’s Thicket adds kale salad to menu
May 31, 2016Lizard’s Thicket, which has 15 restaurants in the Midlands and Florence, S.C., has added a fresh Kale Salad to its list of 27 available sides. Made with raw, leafy kale,…
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United Community Bank selects Greenville bankers for inaugural Leadership Academy
May 31, 2016United Community Bank has selected fifteen of its emerging leaders for its Leadership Academy, a professional development program. Four Greenville-based team members have been selected for the 2016-2017 class, which…
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Interim Director hired at Science Center
May 30, 2016Bob Pettis, a science teacher with 43 years of experience, has been hired as the interim Executive Director for The John F. Green Spartanburg Science Center. Pettis follows in the…
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Archadeck gives back to Columbia
May 30, 2016Archadeck of Central South Carolina is giving back to the community and non-profit organizations of Columbia. The local outdoor building specialists have constructed a portable stage that can be reserved…
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Richland Northeast High School names new basketball coach
May 29, 2016COLUMBIA, SC – Jabari Deas has been named the Head Girls Basketball Coach at Richland Northeast High School. Deas comes to Richland Two from Lee County School District where he…
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Ridge View High School names new head basketball coach
May 29, 2016COLUMBIA, SC – The boys’ basketball program at Ridge View High School has a new head coach. Yerrick Stoneman comes to Richland Two from Virginia. He was an Assistant Gold…
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Section of I-95 southbound closed in Jasper County due to flooding
May 29, 2016Three other roads also closed in Jasper County The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) has closed a section of Interstate 95 southbound in Jasper County Sunday, May 29, 2016,…
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