Mira Winery Continues Expansion of National Distribution Network
September 3, 2014Napa Winery Adds Leading U.S. Distributors in NY, NJ, PA, DC, TN, NC CHARLESTON, SC – Mira Winery, which produces critically acclaimed wines of exceptional character and complexity exclusively…
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Amazon.com to Acquire Twitch
August 25, 2014
SEATTLE, WA – Amazon.com, Inc. (NASDAQ: AMZN) today announced that it has reached an agreement to acquire Twitch Interactive, Inc., the leading live video platform for gamers. In July, more than 55 million…
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Retailer Of Luxury Watches Announces New Online Store
August 18, 2014
HARTSVILLE, SC – South Carolina-based retailer of luxury watches, LMJ Solutions LLC, today announced the launch of its new online store: www.GetCoolLuxuryWatches.com. Founder and President of LMJ Solutions LLC, Laurie Jenkins, said,…
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Todd & Moore Sporting Goods to Celebrate 70th Anniversary
August 4, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – Todd & Moore Sporting Goods will celebrate its 70th Anniversary on Thursday, August 7th at 620 Huger Street in downtown Columbia with a huge in-store event. The…
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Devine Street & Five Points merchants join together to showcase sales and local artists
July 25, 2014Shop Locally this Tax Free Weekend! COLUMBIA, SC – Devine Street and Five Points merchants are joining together on August 1st – 3rd for the first joint Sidewalk Sale…
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City Center Partnership Appoints Martha Studstill of Uptown on Main as Chair of its Marketing & Communications Committee
July 16, 2014Columbia, SC – City Center Partnership (CCP) announced that Martha Studstill, owner of Uptown on Main, has been appointed chair of CCP’s Marketing & Communications Committee. She will help manage the committee’s strategic…
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Coleman Elected to Serve as President for SCADA
July 14, 2014SC Automobile Dealers Elect Gregg L. Coleman of Travelers Rest, to Lead 2014-15 Year COLUMBIA, SC – Gregg L. Coleman of George Coleman Ford, Inc. in Travelers Rest, has been elected President…
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Coleman Elected to Serve as President for SCADA
July 14, 2014
SC Automobile Dealers Elect Gregg L. Coleman of Travelers Rest, to Lead 2014-15 Year COLUMBIA, SC – Gregg L. Coleman of George Coleman Ford, Inc. in Travelers Rest, has been elected President…
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Cottoning Up to a Pair of Golf Polo Greats
July 10, 2014By Mike Dojc In the sweat-wicking, dry-fitting, climate-cooling franken-fabrics era, a few brazen brands have decided to turn back the clock to when cotton was king. We cozy up…
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Low-Price Grocery Leader ALDI Opens First Lexington Store July 24
July 7, 2014Grocer Introduces Shoppers to Big Savings and Better Quality LEXINGTON, SC – On Thursday, July 24, ALDI, the nation’s low-price grocery leader*, will offer shoppers a smarter alternative as it opens its…
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Revitalization at County’s Decker Center Starting on the Inside
June 26, 2014
COLUMBIA, SC – Visitors to the large, dimly lit space at the former Decker Mall this week could be excused for thinking they stumbled onto the set of a courtroom…
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Carolina Café Honors Kelly Hunnewell as They Expand to New Location in West Columbia
June 26, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – Carolina Cafe is growing. Columbia’s favorite place for bagels and other tasty treats has expanded with a new café, bakery and commercial kitchen in the Food Lion shopping…
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Scott Middleton, CEO of Agapé Senior
June 26, 2014MidlandsBiz Podcast Series’ mission is to support leadership in Giving Back, Diversity, Entrepreneurship, Continuous Education, the Knowledge Economy and the Arts. Thanks to our Sponsors: It’s a big deal when any company chooses…
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Palmetto Moon Names John Pennell Company President
June 23, 2014CHARLESTON, SC – Robert Webster, Chairman and CEO of Palmetto Moon, announced today that John Pennell has been promoted from Director of Stores to President of the nine store South…
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Palmetto Moon Names John Pennell Company President
June 23, 2014CHARLESTON, SC – Robert Webster, Chairman and CEO of Palmetto Moon, announced today that John Pennell has been promoted from Director of Stores to President of the nine store South…
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Three South Carolina entrepreneurs bring 120,000 smiles to market
June 18, 2014
New company’s product breaks state sales records; consumers, retailers and distributors line up for more COLUMBIA, SC – Happiness for three South Carolina-bred entrepreneurs came in the form of a…
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Three South Carolina entrepreneurs bring 120,000 smiles to market
June 18, 2014
New company’s product breaks state sales records; consumers, retailers and distributors line up for more COLUMBIA, SC – Happiness for three South Carolina-bred entrepreneurs came in the form of a…
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Faherty Brand Mobile Beach House Bringing “Endless Summer” to EDENS Trenholm Plaza Saturday, June 14
June 10, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – June 14, 2014 ~ Pop-up shop to sell sustainable beachwear with food, drinks and live music COLUMBIA, SC – Cutting-edge, sustainable beachwear designers Faherty Brand are bringing their East…
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WishBox reaches goal of featuring 100th U.S. manufacturers on its European web site
June 9, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – In an astounding 9 months, WishBox has made available an opportunity for these 100 manufacturers, mostly small to medium size companies, ready access to the 400 million consumer…
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WishBox reaches goal of featuring 100th U.S. manufacturers on its European web site
June 9, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – In an astounding 9 months, WishBox has made available an opportunity for these 100 manufacturers, mostly small to medium size companies, ready access to the 400 million consumer…
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Loggerhead Apparel partners with Renowned Wildlife Photographer to raise funds for Sea Turtle Conservation Efforts
June 3, 2014
GREENVILLE, SC – Loggerhead Apparel, based in Greenville, S.C., has partnered with renowned wildlife photographer Ben Hicks, based in Boca Raton, FL, to raise much needed funds for the Gumbo…
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Loggerhead Apparel partners with Renowned Wildlife Photographer to raise funds for Sea Turtle Conservation Efforts
June 3, 2014
GREENVILLE, SC – Loggerhead Apparel, based in Greenville, S.C., has partnered with renowned wildlife photographer Ben Hicks, based in Boca Raton, FL, to raise much needed funds for the Gumbo…
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Columbia Moe’s Southwest Grill Supports “Saving Eliza”
May 23, 2014Local Burrito Joint Donates $1 for Every Kids’ Meal Sold in May to Support “Cure Sanfilippo Syndrome” COLUMBIA, SC – Moe’s Southwest Grill is rallying around a great cause by donating…
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2013 Holiday Sales Show Opening Soon in Camden!
November 21, 2013CAMDEN, SC – December 6-18, 2013 – The Holiday shopping season has begun and the 2013 Holiday Sales Show at the Fine Arts Center of Kershaw County (FAC) is just…
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MACK Home hosts LEE Industries launch party, Nov. 6, 6-8 p.m.
October 1, 2013COLUMBIA, SC – October 1, 2013 – Contemporary design and home décor outpost MACK Home is now carrying the coveted LEE Industries line of eco-friendly upholstered furniture. To celebrate the new…
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MACK Home hosts LEE Industries launch party, Nov. 6, 6-8 p.m.
October 1, 2013COLUMBIA, SC – October 1, 2013 – Contemporary design and home décor outpost MACK Home is now carrying the coveted LEE Industries line of eco-friendly upholstered furniture. To celebrate the…
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Dianne’s on Devine Offers Memorabilia, Décor and Equipment at Auction
August 8, 2013COLUMBIA, SC – August 8, 2013 – After 24 years, Dianne’s on Devine closed earlier this spring, and the restaurant’s owners have planned an auction of kitchen and bar equipment,…
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From Heartbreaks To Heart Knots
July 29, 2013COLUMBIA, SC – July 29, 2013 – Mary Kent Hearon’s jewelry collection is designed around her signature piece: The Heart Knot. Woven together from colorful cords of cotton, silk, rayon…
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Changing Skin… Changing Lives
July 11, 2013COLUMBIA, SC – July 12, 2013 – Everyone wants to present their best face. Isn’t it your turn? What Proactiv Solutions founders Drs. Rodan and Fields did for acne, they…
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The 2013 Spring/Summer Collection Arrives at Gwen Rawls
May 14, 2013COLUMBIA, SC – May 14, 2013 – With an evolving variety of styles from some of Italy’s most celebrated designers, Gwen Rawls Italian Shoe Boutique announces the arrival of its…
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Congaree Vista Guild Welcomes New Development and Urban Outfitters to the Neighborhood
March 1, 2013COLUMBIA, SC – March 1, 2013 – The Congaree Vista Guild, a non-profit, membership-based organization comprising a wide variety of restaurateurs, shop, business and gallery owners, homeowners and museums in…
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SHE Columbia: The Ultimate Girls’ Weekend hits the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center, February 8 – 10, 2013
January 3, 2013COLUMBIA, SC – January 3, 2013 – SHE Columbia: The Ultimate Girls’ Weekend is set for February 8 – 10, 2013 at the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center. SHE Columbia benefits…
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Money Saving Coupons for whole Family
December 21, 2012COLUMBIA, SC – December 21, 2012 – Coupon Mom Dad specializes in delivering the latest and best coupons direct to you. As a coupon aggregation site we scour the web…
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Main Street Business Owners Thank Columbia
November 20, 2012COLUMBIA, SC – November 20, 2012 – This holiday season it is Main Street’s turn to thank the people of Columbia for the growth and excitement they bring to downtown.…
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GWEN RAWLS Italian Shoe Boutique Opens August 23 in Columbia's Trenholm Plaza
August 21, 2012COLUMBIA, SC – August 21, 2012 – Columbia’s retail scene enters a new level of sophistication and international style as Gwen Rawls Italian Shoe Boutique opens its doors, Thursday, August…
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Terminix Service, Inc. Announces New Executive Leadership
January 19, 2012GREENVILLE, SC – January 19, 2012 – Terminix Service, Inc., theninth largest pest control company in the nation and one of the top 50privately held businesses in South Carolina, announced…
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Slatherin’ Sauce expands grocery and specialty retail distribution
February 24, 2011CHARLESTON, SC – February 24, 2011 – Robin Rhea, founder ofSlather Brand Foods announces expanded distribution of Slatherin’ SauceOriginal Recipe and Spicy. By March 1, 2011, the firm’s sauces will…
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First Forever 21 Store Opening in Charleston, SC
January 13, 2011CHARLESTON, SC – January 3, 2011 – Forever 21 will open their first location in Charleston, South Carolina at Majestic Square on January 15th. A grand opening event and ribbon…
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BI-LO Receives Court Confirmation for Plan of Reorganization
May 3, 2010Company Expected to Emerge from Restructuring in May GREENVILLE, SC – April 29, 2010 – BI-LO, LLC and certain affiliates (the Company or BI-LO) today announced that the United States…
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Elf Power
November 18, 2009COLUMBIA, SC – November 18, 2009 – The program Elves from Catie donated toy elves to children battling cancer at Palmetto Health Children’s Hospital on Monday. Jenny Wilkins, whose child…
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Farmers Market Survey Says Customers want Fresh Seafood & More
October 23, 2009SURVEY RESULTS SHOW CUSTOMERS WANT FRESH SEAFOOD, MEAT AND BAKED GOODS AT NEW STATE FARMERS MARKET COLUMBIA, SC – October 23, 2009 – Fresh, South Carolina seafood, a meat market…
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Carolina Imports Finds Unique Home Accessories
October 13, 2009COLUMBIA, SC – October 13, 2009 – Shoppers seeking unique home accessories in Columbia are discovering that Carolina Imports has the home furnishings and accessories that set them apart from the traditional…
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Tim Lawing- CFD, Owner of Tim's Touch Flowers and Gifts, Lexington, passes National Certification.
October 8, 2009COLUMBIA, SC – October 8, 2009 – Tim Lawing, CFD tested for National Certification in floral design at the national convention of the American Institute of Floral Design. The convention was…
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SC Import Wood Furniture Store Features French Country Sideboards
September 8, 2009COLUMBIA, SC – September 8, 2009 – Finding wood furniture pieces, such as the popular French Country Sideboards, is a hassle-free task for people in the Columbia, SC area. Carolina Imports…
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Trenholm Plaza Welcomes Columbia’s First Chipotle Mexican Grill
August 28, 2009COLUMBIA, SC – August 28, 2009 – Gourmet burritos made with high-quality ingredients are in store for shoppers in Forest Acres. Chipotle Mexican Grill is scheduled to open at Trenholm…
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Cromer’s Announces New Hires, Promotions in Preparation for 75th Anniversary
August 21, 2009COLUMBIA, SC – August 21, 2009 – Cromer’s, a Columbia institution known for its delicious specialty foods and novelties, is pleased to announce several promotions and new hires, marking a new…
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Modern Turf Brings Centipede Grass to Sandy SC Soil for Full Lawns
August 17, 2009REMBERT, SC – August 17, 2009 – Modern Turf carries a full line of grasses that grow in tough South Carolina soils, including Centipede Grass- known as The Lazy Man’s…
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Grass Grown at Modern Turf Used to Improve Top SC Golf Courses
August 5, 2009REMBERT, SC – August 6, 2009 – Modern Turf, a leading sod producer announced today that four major golf courses in the Grand Strand area improved their facilities with turf…
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Grass Grown at Modern Turf Used to Improve Top SC Golf Courses
August 5, 2009REMBERT, SC – August 6, 2009 – Modern Turf, a leading sod producer announced today that four major golf courses in the Grand Strand area improved their facilities with turf…
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Big Lots Announces Lots2Give Video Contest Winners
July 28, 2009More than 300,000 votes cast to determine 26 schools to share $80,000 in cash prizes 103 schools to share funds from in-store donation program COLUMBUS, OH – July 28, 2009…
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