Foundation welcomes Booker as new Trustee
January 7, 2016
The Spartanburg County Foundation is pleased to announce the election of Sheryl Booker to the Board of Trustees for a term of seven years. Mrs. Booker received her Bachelor of…
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Wilkes Law Firm attorney elected vice president of the SC Defense Trial Attorneys Association Young Lawyers Division
January 7, 2016
The Wilkes Law Firm, P.A. is pleased to announce that Derek Newberry has been elected to serve as the vice president of the Young Lawyers Division of the South Carolina…
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Early Adventures with Historic Columbia
January 6, 2016
Historic Columbia offers a new spring season of Early Adventures beginning on Wednesday, January 21, 2016. The program introduces children from ages 3-5 to history through games, crafts, and stories…
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Kershaw County receives infrastructure improvement grant from Fairfield Electric Cooperative
January 6, 2016
Fairfield Electric Cooperative recently awarded a $278,000 Rural Development Act (RDA) grant to Kershaw County for infrastructure improvements to Heritage Pointe Industrial Park and Wateree Executive Business Park. The grant…
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Lexington Medical Center opens new Rehabilitation Facility
January 6, 2016
Lexington Medical Center has opened a new 10,000 square foot rehabilitation center at the hospital’s Extended Care campus in Lexington to ensure the hospital’s rehabilitation programs match the best services…
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Furman University senior named to Forbes Magazine “30 under 30” in 2016
January 6, 2016When Chris Drose isn’t taking classes and finishing up his senior year at Furman University, he enjoys researching companies and trying to determine the true value of their stock prices. …
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Historical Association receives grant from The Arts Partnership
January 6, 2016
Spartanburg County Historical Association received a Community Grant in the amount of $1,000 from The Arts Partnership of Greater Spartanburg in April 2015. The funds were for professional development of…
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Cervical Cancer-Free South Carolina to hold summit January 7-8, 2016 in Greenville
January 6, 2016Cervical Cancer-Free South Carolina will hold its second statewide summit to address cervical cancer and human papillomavirus (HPV)-related issues January 7-8 at the Hyatt Regency in Greenville. The summit,…
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Lee & Associates Charleston represented both the seller & buyer in the sale of 3,260 SF Office Suite in Mt Pleasant, SC
January 6, 2016Lee & Associates Charleston’s Jon Chalfie represented both the Seller, Moultrie Park Holding Co, LLC, and the Buyer, Bawn, LLC, in the sale of 3,260 SF Office Suite located at…
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Lee & Associates Charleston represented the seller in the sale of 6.47 AC in North Charleston, SC
January 6, 2016
Lee & Associates Charleston’s Milton Thomas, CCIM, SIOR and Reid Davis, CCIM, SIOR, represented the Seller, LRC-Leeds, LLC, in the sale of 6.47 Acres located at Leeds Avenue and Riverwalk…
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Columbia Metropolitan Airport closes 2015 with record breaking growth
January 6, 2016Columbia Metropolitan Airport marked its fourth consecutive year of growth in 2015; achieving a benchmark not hit since 1986 when People Express Airlines last served Columbia. “For us to have…
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Dickie McCamey announces nine new shareholders for 2016
January 6, 2016
UPSTATE, SC – Pittsburgh-based law firm Dickie McCamey & Chilcote, P.C. DMC announces that the following associates have been elected Shareholders of the firm. Benjamin M. Basista – Pennsylvania Michael Flynn…
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Santee Cooper increases spill rate at Santee Spillway
January 6, 2016
MONCKS CORNER, SC – Santee Cooper today is increasing its rate of spill from the Santee Spillway at the Santee Dam on Lake Marion to 97,000 cubic feet of water…
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The Brandon Agency welcomes two new members to its account management team
January 6, 2016
CHARLESTON, SC – The Brandon Agency, the largest and most awarded privately held integrated marketing communications firm in the Carolinas, welcomes Tara Etter, account manager, and Kiersten Kane, account coordinator to…
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Fill Restaurant & Piano Bar brings mouthwatering cuisine & dueling pianos to Mt. Pleasant
January 6, 2016
Set to open in late winter/early spring 2016 in the former Mosaic Café Building MOUNT PLEASANT, SC – Coming soon, the Mt. Pleasant community will be able to get their “Fill”…
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S.C. Chamber announces 2016 Competitiveness Agenda
January 6, 2016COLUMBIA, SC – The South Carolina Chamber of Commerce announced its 2016 Competitiveness Agenda. The Agenda is formed through a survey of Chamber members along with input through Grassroots Meetings…
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Carolina Financial Corporation announces agreement to acquire Congaree Bancshares, Inc.
January 6, 2016
Carolina Financial Corporation (NASDAQ: CARO), the parent company of CresCom Bank, and Congaree Bancshares, Inc. (OTC Pink: CNRB), the parent company of Congaree State Bank, announced the signing of a…
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Select Registry appoints Mark Jaronski as Chief Executive Officer
January 6, 2016
CHARLESTON, SC – Mark Jaronski has been named Chief Executive Officer of Select Registry, a portfolio of more than 320 quality-assured, independent bed and breakfasts, inns and boutique hotels throughout North America.…
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Liquid Catering and The Old Cigar Warehouse gave more than $30,000 in 2015
January 6, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – Liquid Catering and The Old Cigar Warehouse donated more than $30,000 in product and services along with 800 volunteer’s hours to Upstate agencies in 2016 — marking…
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Clemson economist sees positive signs for region in 2016
January 6, 2016
CLEMSON, SC — A robust employment environment and continued growth in the manufacturing, health, leisure and hospitality sectors have a Clemson University economics professor optimistic about the 2016 economic outlook for…
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INSITE strategy + architecture merges with McMillan Pazdan Smith Architecture in Charleston
January 6, 2016
Effective January 1st, McMillan Pazdan Smith Architecture and INSITE strategy + architecture are pleased to announce the merger of their two firms. The combined team will continue doing business as…
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Speech Mayor Joseph P. Riley, Jr. January 5, 2016
January 6, 2016
Forty years ago the citizens of Charleston gave me the great honor and opportunity to serve them as your Mayor. Tonight, I wish to thank them and all of you…
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701 Center for Contemporary Art presents Kristy Bishop: BOUND
January 6, 2016
Exhibition: January 15 – February 28, 2015 Artist Reception: Friday, January 15, 7 – 9 pm Reception Admission: Members, free; non-members, $5 suggested donation Noted South Carolina textile artist…
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Exhibit explores trauma among black women
January 6, 2016An exhibit of photographic prints and a site-specific installation that explores the effects of psychological trauma and physical movement among black women opens this week at UofSC’s McMaster Gallery. “The…
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SANDLAPPER Securities, LLC raises over $64 million in 2015
January 6, 2016
Full service independent broker dealer and distributor of alternative investments SANDLAPPER Securities, LLC (“Sandlapper”) ended 2015 on a record high. Sandlapper acted as dealer manager in 20 private placement securities…
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Black Water Barrels LLC establishing operations In Bamberg County
January 6, 2016Startup Investing $3.6 Million To Establish Facility In Bamberg, S.C. Black Water Barrels LLC, a new cooperage business, is establishing operations in Bamberg County. The company is investing $3.6 million…
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Get to know Karen Felder, Principal at Jennie Moore Elementary
January 6, 2016Karen Felder is the principal at Jennie Moore Elementary School for the Creative Arts. Known for her enthusiasm with students and the support she provides her teachers, Ms. Felder’s mission…
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Cooper River Brewing Company opens its doors in Charleston
January 6, 2016CHARLESTON, SC – Cooper River Brewing Company announced its recent arrival to Charleston’s craft brewing scene with a complete renovation of a 7,500 square-foot warehouse in the thriving neighborhood of…
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Collins & Lacy attorney elected Council Chairman of Local Building Association
January 6, 2016
Collins & Lacy, P.C. announced Andrew Cole has been named Chairman of the Building Industry Association (BIA) of Central South Carolina Remodelers Council. He assumed the role January 1, 2016.…
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Junior League of Columbia to award Community Enrichment Grant recipients
January 6, 2016
On Thursday, January 7, 2016 the Junior League of Columbia (JLC) will be awarding 13 local nonprofits a total of $115,008 during the General Membership Meeting. The meeting begins at…
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Governor Nikki Haley of South Carolina to deliver Republican Address following State of the Union
January 6, 2016
House Speaker Paul Ryan (R-WI) and Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) announced that Gov. Nikki Haley (R-SC) will deliver the Republican Address to the Nation following the State of…
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Enormous Crowd Rings in 2016 at Famously Hot New Year in Downtown Columbia, S.C. on Dec. 31, 2015
January 6, 2016Ms. Lauryn Hill rallied visitors and locals alike in the New Southern Hot Spot of downtown Columbia, S.C. on Thursday, Dec. 31, 2015 to ring in a New Year at…
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Todd Serbin joins Nexsen Pruet in Columbia
January 6, 2016On Monday, January 4th, Todd Serbin joined Nexsen Pruet’s Columbia office where he will practice in the Intellectual Property Group.
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AGY Holding Corp. expanding operations in Aiken County
January 6, 2016
Glass Fiber Company Investing To Expand Aiken County Operations AGY Holding Corp. (AGY), a leading global producer of glass fiber yarns and high-strength glass fiber reinforcement materials, is expanding…
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Cooper River Brewing Company opens its doors in Charleston
January 6, 2016
CHARLESTON, SC – Cooper River Brewing Company announced its recent arrival to Charleston’s craft brewing scene with a complete renovation of a 7,500 square-foot warehouse in the thriving neighborhood of…
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Enormous Crowd Rings in 2016 at Famously Hot New Year in Downtown Columbia, S.C. on Dec. 31, 2015
January 6, 2016
Ms. Lauryn Hill rallied visitors and locals alike in the New Southern Hot Spot of downtown Columbia, S.C. on Thursday, Dec. 31, 2015 to ring in a New Year at…
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Get to know Karen Felder, Principal at Jennie Moore Elementary
January 6, 2016
Karen Felder is the principal at Jennie Moore Elementary School for the Creative Arts. Known for her enthusiasm with students and the support she provides her teachers, Ms. Felder’s mission…
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Greenville’s Amy Allen Hinson named member at Nexsen Pruet
January 6, 2016
Amy Allen Hinson is a newly elected member (partner) at Nexsen Pruet as of January 1, 2016. Hinson is part of the Intellectual property team at the firm. She strategizes…
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Greenville’s Burl Williams named new member at Nexsen Pruet
January 6, 2016
Burl Williams has been elected as a new member (partner) at Nexsen Pruet. Williams is part of the firm’s Business Litigation team. He is experienced in the trial of a…
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Greenville’s Chris King named new member at Nexsen Pruet
January 6, 2016
Chris King has been elected as a member (partner) of Nexsen Pruet as of January 1, 2016. King is a part of the Financial Services practice group. He assists with…
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Greenville’s Rachael Anna named member at Nexsen Pruet
January 6, 2016
Rachael Anna has been elected as a member (partner) of Nexsen Pruet as of January 1, 2016. Anna practices with the firms Health Care team. She focuses on antitrust, complex…
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Liquid Catering and The Old Cigar Warehouse gave more than $30,000 in 2015
January 6, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – Liquid Catering and The Old Cigar Warehouse donated more than $30,000 in product and services along with 800 volunteer’s hours to Upstate agencies in 2016 — marking…
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Todd Serbin joins Nexsen Pruet in Columbia
January 6, 2016
On Monday, January 4th, Todd Serbin joined Nexsen Pruet’s Columbia office where he will practice in the Intellectual Property Group.
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CresCom Bank names Joel Foster South End Market Executive and VP/Commercial Loan Officer
January 5, 2016
CresCom Bank has added Joel Foster, a well-known local commercial lending expert, to its team. Foster will assume the role of south end market executive, as well as vice president/commercial loan…
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Top S.C. college among all ranked institutions and list of liberal arts colleges
January 5, 2016
Wofford College has been named to Kiplinger’s Personal Finance’s list of the Top 300 Best College Values of 2016, coming in at #116 and ranking as the top South Carolina…
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Wendi Ruth joins Coldwell Banker Caine in Greenville
January 5, 2016
Coldwell Banker Caine recently welcomed Wendi Ruth as a residential sales agent to its Greenville office. Wendi joins Coldwell Banker Caine with a background in sales and management at TPM. …
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Spartanburg Water provides grant to SPACE
January 5, 2016
Spartanburg Water has provided a $10,000 grant to SPACE to support the implementation of a strategic plan to enhance water-based recreation. The grant provides funds for the implementation of the…
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Ferebee Lane + Co. adds two new hires
January 5, 2016
Ferebee Lane + Co., a Greenville-based brand strategy and communications agency, has hired Courtney Gibson and Josie Maszk as graphic designers. In their new roles, Gibson and Maszk will assist…
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Rhythmlink announces enhancements to MRI Conditional Electrodes
January 5, 2016
Rhythmlink announces new enhancements to their MRI Conditional/CT Electrodes. The first and only FDA cleared disposable MRI Conditional Electrodes on the market can now be left on a patient during…
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Applications for the Richland Two choice program are now available
January 5, 2016
Applications for the Richland Two Choice Program are now available on the district’s website, www.richland2.org. Through the Choice Program families can apply for magnet programs throughout the district or apply…
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