Boy Scout statue stolen over Memorial Day weekend from Scout Office
June 2, 2022
Bronze statue make by famous bronze sculptor R. Tait McKenzie stolen After returning to the office to the Coastal Carolina Council of the Boy Scouts of America, staff discovered that…
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Is your dog THE Crown Dog of Charleston?
January 29, 2020
Local dog walking company hosts ‘Crown Dog’ contest and chance at $2,200 in prizes. Does your pooch have what it takes to be named THE Crown Dog? Charleston Dog Walker,…
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It’s time to be alarmed about our pension system debt
June 25, 2019
By Richard Eckstrom, S.C. Comptroller A school in Colorado Springs, Colorado was shuttered. In Three Rivers, Oregon, the school board shortened the school year five days and laid off employees.…
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Lee & Associates Charleston lease of 2,600 SF located at Highway 176, Goose Creek
February 18, 2019
William Sherrod CCIM, with Lee & Associates Charleston, represented Friendly Smiles Dentistry, LLC in the leasing of approximately 2,600 SF of retail/office space located at the planned Goose Creek Village…
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Beef Jerky Outlet announces its newest location in historic Downtown Charleston
February 13, 2019
Local entrepreneurs, Keith Powell of Summit Industrial Flooring and Kim Powell of Woodhouse Day Spa, revealed today the opening of their newest business endeavor, Beef Jerky Outlet. The franchise’s Charleston,…
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Briggman named SC Personnel Administrator of the Year
February 4, 2019
Bill Briggman was named 2018-2019 SC Personnel Administrator of the Year Thursday at the South Carolina Association of School Administrators (SCASA) 2019 Personnel Winter Conference in Columbia. This statewide award…
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Colliers International releases fourth quarter 2018 market snapshots for Charleston
January 2, 2019
Colliers International | South Carolina has released a snapshot of its fourth quarter preliminary data for the office, industrial and retail markets in Charleston. Office market The Charleston suburban office…
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Dale Carnegie SC wins award for highest franchise percent increase
December 18, 2018
Global brand Dale Carnegie honored its top-performing franchisees across more than 90 countries and all 50 states at this month’s 2018 International Conference, held in Orlando, FL. Leadership Management and…
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Dale Carnegie SC wins award for highest franchise percent increase
December 17, 2018Global brand Dale Carnegie honored its top-performing franchisees across more than 90 countries and all 50 states at this month’s 2018 International Conference, held in Orlando, FL. Leadership Management and…
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Recycling remains a strong industry in the Carolinas
November 15, 2018Though evolving, the recycling industry is alive and well in the Carolinas and across the U.S. Partners like Sonoco, one of the largest diversified global packaging companies, the South Carolina…
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Pete Harper, CCIM represented the landlord in leasing the final 2,420 SF flex space available at West Charleston Business Center
November 12, 2018Lee & Associates Charleston would like to welcome Charleston Chiropractic Studio LLC to West Charleston Business Center in Charleston, SC leasing the final available space in Suite 300-D. Charleston Chiropractic…
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East Cooper Meals on Wheels fight social isolation as volunteers and recipients forge friendships
November 12, 2018Despite our technologically-connected society, people are lonelier than ever. Nowhere is social isolation and loneliness more evident than among older Americans. According to Meals on Wheels America, one in four…
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Colliers Report: Charleston retail rents are climbing, as vacancy is low
November 8, 2018
Key Takeaways The overall market vacancy is steadily declining each quarter. The Charleston retail market absorbed 52,408 square feet during the third quarter of 2018. Average triple net market rental…
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Cushman & Wakefield | Thalhimer awarded commercial management of Charleston Federal Courthouse Annex
November 5, 2018
Cushman & Wakefield | Thalhimer has been selected by EGP 85 Charleston LLC to provide commercial property management services for the Charleston Federal Courthouse Annex located at 85-87 Broad Street…
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Disaster Recovery Center opening in Darlington County
October 19, 2018The State of South Carolina and FEMA are opening a Disaster Recovery Center in Darlington (Darlington County) Wednesday, Oct. 17. Eight additional centers are open in the areas affected by…
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South Carolina Aquarium honored with National Award for Exhibit Design
October 2, 2018
The Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) announced that the South Carolina Aquarium has been recognized with AZA’s 2018 Exhibit Design Award for its significant achievement in creating the Zucker…
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New Tenants Signed at 601 Meeting Inbox x
September 29, 2018
Lee and Associates Charleston’s Will Sherrod, CCIM, represented the landlord, EC Lofts, LLCS, in the lease of 601 Meeting Street, Suite 190. The 3,411 SF space was leased to Iron…
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International Literary Festival releases full schedule : The Charleston to Charleston Literary Festival tickets are on sale now
August 14, 2018
Charleston to Charleston, Inc. announced the full schedule for their festival in Charleston, S.C., from November 8–11, 2018. The Charleston to Charleston Literary Festival is a partnership between the Charleston South Carolina…
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Moore Beauston & Woodham announces addition
August 9, 2018
Moore Beauston & Woodham L.L.P., a full service accounting and consulting firm with offices in West Columbia, Charleston, Greenville and Hartsville, South Carolina is pleased to announce that: Ann…
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Charleston Metro Chamber recognizes state legislative delegation as Champions of Business
June 28, 2018The 2018 Legislative Session resulted in tremendous victories thus far with the passage of the Nuisance Lawsuits Bill and Automatic Stay. Both are major victories from the Charleston Metro Chamber’s Legislative Agenda and to celebrate the local elected…
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The Top 4 Mistakes Made While Managing a Crisis
June 25, 2018
By Erin Sanders Senior Communications Advisor with NP Strategy No one wants a crisis. Understandably, most people don’t even want to think about a crisis… unless it’s happening to…
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Carolina One Real Estate goes global
June 25, 2018
Carolina One Real Estate Services, Charleston’s leading real estate full-service brokerage, has joined with the United Kingdom’s Mayfair International Realty to market Lowcountry properties to the European market.…
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SCANA Corporation delays declaration of dividend on common stock for second quarter 2018
May 30, 2018
SCANA Corporation announced that its Board of Directors will take additional time before making a decision on the payment of a dividend on the Company’s common stock for the quarter…
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Edisto is warming things up for a robust summer season
May 17, 2018The Edisto Island and Edisto Beach communities will soak up the longer days of late spring and summer with fun events and seasonal favorites that capture the spirit of this…
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Legendary football coach receives Lifetime Achievement Award
May 17, 2018
John McKissick received the Lifetime Achievement Award at the Charleys, the Charleston Post and Courier awards ceremony, on Friday, May 11. The event was held at the Gaillard Center in…
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South Carolina Businessman Ben Navarro and his company pledge $250,000 to International African American Museum
May 15, 2018
Philanthropist and businessman Ben Navarro and his company Sherman Financial Group have generously pledged $250,000 in support of the International African American Museum (IAAM). The museum and memorial, anticipated to break ground…
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Areas of Progress in South Carolina – May 10
May 10, 2018
. . . Areas of Progress is a weekly roundup of measurable areas of improvement and progress from around the state, especially in the areas of education, entrepreneurship, the arts, the environment, energy, agriculture, and philanthropy. . . . .…
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Experienced Membership Director joins the Charleston Metro Chamber team
April 16, 2018
The Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce announces the selection of Kelly Killeen-Haupt as Membership Engagement Director. She will be reporting directly to the Vice President of Membership. Before joining the…
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Samsung launches second production line in Newberry County
March 19, 2018
More than 650 people now employed by Samsung Electronics Home Appliances America Just nine months after announcing the company was coming to South Carolina, Samsung Electronics Home Appliance America (SEHA)…
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Samsung launches second production line in Newberry County
March 19, 2018
More than 650 people now employed by Samsung Electronics Home Appliances America Just nine months after announcing the company was coming to South Carolina, Samsung Electronics Home Appliance America (SEHA)…
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Pete Harper and Reid Davis represented the landlord in the lease of 2,145 SF of office space in North Charleston, SC
March 19, 2018
Pete Harper and Reid Davis Represented the Landlord in the Lease of 2,145 SF of Office Space in North Charleston, SC Pete Harper & Reid Davis of Lee &…
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Ellevate Charleston Celebrates 3rd Anniversary – Getting Noticed in a Man’s World
October 17, 2017
Ellevate Charleston will be celebrating its third anniversary breakfast at the Riley Park Club on Wednesday, November 15 at 7:00am. This will be an inspiring morning with Keynote Speaker Joan…
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City of Charleston responds to Cannonborough-Elliottborough street sweeping requests
September 26, 2017
Following the success of the street sweeping towing program in Harleston Village and Radcliffeborough, Cannonborough-Elliottborough is the latest neighborhood to request to join the program. The city of Charleston…
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Carter announces retirement after 35 years at Santee Cooper
August 25, 2017
Santee Cooper President and CEO Lonnie Carter announced his retirement from Santee Cooper after a 35-year career that saw Santee Cooper triple in generating capacity and number of customers served.…
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Carter announces retirement after 35 years at Santee Cooper
August 25, 2017
Santee Cooper President and CEO Lonnie Carter announced his retirement from Santee Cooper after a 35-year career that saw Santee Cooper triple in generating capacity and number of customers served.…
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SCRA announces new client companies
August 8, 2017
SCRA announced the recent acceptance of seven Client Companies into its entrepreneurial program, SC Launch. Client Companies receive mentoring and support services and may also be eligible for grants, matching…
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SCRA announces new client companies
August 8, 2017SCRA announced the recent acceptance of seven Client Companies into its entrepreneurial program, SC Launch. Client Companies receive mentoring and support services and may also be eligible for grants, matching…
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J. Miles Barkley represented the landlord in the leasing of a 900 SF office space
July 11, 2017
Lee & Associates Charleston’s J. Miles Barkley, represented the Landlord, BS1, LLC, in the leasing of a 900 SF office space, located at 3300 W. Montague Avenue in North Charleston,…
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Ian Cundiff of Stantec’s Charleston office earned his Professional Registered Engineer designation
June 19, 2017
CHARLESTON, SC – Ian Cundiff of Stantec’s Charleston, South Carolina office, passed the professional engineer exam and is now a licensed professional engineer in South Carolina. He has been with Stantec for…
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S.C. DHEC lifts swimming advisory
June 16, 2017
A section of Surfside Beach is no longer under a swimming advisory, the Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) reported today. “The affected area was 16th Avenue North in…
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S.C. DHEC lifts swimming advisory
June 16, 2017
A section of Surfside Beach is no longer under a swimming advisory, the Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) reported today. “The affected area was 16th Avenue North in…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Jamessina Hille, Co-Founder, Hille Design
June 14, 2017
This LowcountryBizSC Entrepreneur Minute is a one minute interview in support of entrepreneurship. We would like to thank our sponsors of this video series – Wells Fargo and Bauknight, Pietras and…
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BCSD announces its summer feeding program
May 23, 2017
The Berkeley County School District’s Summer Feeding Program, which serves free, hot meals to children 18 years of age and younger, will be offered from Monday, June 5, through Friday,…
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Clyburn floor statement in opposition to House Republicans’ Pay More, For Less
May 8, 2017
U.S. House Assistant Democratic Leader James E. Clyburn (SC) delivered the following statement during debate on H.R. 1628 (as prepared for delivery): “Mr. Speaker, I rise in strong opposition to…
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Clyburn floor statement in opposition to House Republicans’ Pay More, For Less
May 8, 2017
U.S. House Assistant Democratic Leader James E. Clyburn (SC) delivered the following statement during debate on H.R. 1628 (as prepared for delivery): “Mr. Speaker, I rise in strong opposition to…
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Annual “Lunch With Dottie” Friday, May 19.
May 3, 2017
Join us Friday, May 19 at noon for Blue Bicycle Books Author Series luncheon at Stars Rooftop & Grill Room (495 King St.) with Dorothea Benton Frank. Dottie will talk,…
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SOL Summerville partners with Chase After A Cure to give back through Kitchen Karma Program
April 18, 2017
SOL Southwest Kitchen & Tequila Bar in Summerville will partner with Chase After A Cure to raise money through the restaurant’s Kitchen Karma program over the next six weeks. Proceeds…
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LRADAC launches PRESS as online resource center and new prevention webpage
March 27, 2017
LRADAC has launched the PRESS, Prevention Resources Everyone Should See, as community resource for educational materials on the topic of alcohol and drugs. The PRESS replaces the agency’s longstanding Community…
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LRADAC launches PRESS as online resource center and new prevention webpage
March 27, 2017
LRADAC has launched the PRESS, Prevention Resources Everyone Should See, as community resource for educational materials on the topic of alcohol and drugs. The PRESS replaces the agency’s longstanding Community…
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Governor’s School hosts Inaugural open house event for local elementary and middle school students
February 20, 2017
The Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics (GSSM) will premiere its first interactive Inside GSSM day on Saturday, February 25, 2017, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the School’s residential campus, 401…
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