SHE, The Upstate Women’s Show Returns to the TD Convention Center
June 25, 2014GREENVILLE, SC – SHE, The Upstate Women’s Show, presented by BI-LO and produced by JBM & Associates, is set for August 22-24 at the TD Convention Center. Now in its…
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June 24, 2014
COLUMBIA, SC – Governor Nikki Haley today joined South Carolina Commissioner of Agriculture Hugh Weathers and South Carolina Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism (SCPRT) Director Duane Parrish to introduce the…
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Lexington Medical Center Foundation Annual Healthcare Scholarships
June 23, 2014LEXINGTON, SC – For more than 20 years, the Lexington Medical Center Foundation has cared for the future of health care by providing scholarships to students who have been accepted…
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June 23, 2014
CommunityWorks Helps Upstate MicroBusinesses Open and Expand Non-profit lender supports microbusinesses and creates new jobs with loans totaling $135,000 Greenville, S.C. (June 20, 2014) – Three Upstate microbusinesses recently opened…
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Secretary of State Mark Hammond Announces Long-awaited Improvements to South Carolina’s Notary Public Act
June 18, 2014Most sections of the law had not been updated since the 1960s. COLUMBIA, SC – Secretary of State Mark Hammond announced that the 2014 legislative session brought many critical…
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Secretary of State Mark Hammond Announces Long-awaited Improvements to South Carolina’s Notary Public Act
June 18, 2014Most sections of the law had not been updated since the 1960s. COLUMBIA, SC – Secretary of State Mark Hammond announced that the 2014 legislative session brought many critical…
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June 15, 2014
Harvest Week at Motor Supply: A Localvore’s Delight
June 12, 2014By Jillian Owens This spring I decided to take up container gardening. I love the idea of growing my own food and living off the land (or out old storage…
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June 10, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – Miller-Valentine Construction is pleased to announce that Trey McDaniel has joined their Columbia based Design/Build construction team as a project manager. Trey, a native of Columbia, is a…
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EDTS Grows Team, Adds Three New Professionals
June 9, 2014COLUMBIA, SC -Rapidly growing IT firm EDTS is deepening its talent pool once again. The nationally respected IT firm, which specializes in providing managed IT services, network security, and advanced…
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The Daily Grace
June 6, 2014By Cathy Monetti And All Will Be Well. I’ve faced her departure so many times now you’d think it would get easier. It is a part of life, I…
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Furman University Hosts Conference for Campus Sustainability Coordinators
May 26, 2014GREENVILLE, SC – Furman University will host a conference of regional university sustainability directors and coordinators June 2-4. The meeting will take place at the Shi Center for Sustainability and…
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BDC & CDC Annual Meeting Bank Awards
May 22, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – BDC & CDC Annual Meeting Bank Awards Six South Carolina banks were recognized during the 2014 annual meetings of Business Development Corporation (BDC) and Certified Development Corporation (CDC).…
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Richland County Launches New Website, Software to Assist Contractors, Developers
May 21, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – Richland County’s Development Services is launching the next phase of its move to become a one-stop shop for the development community. Last year, the County brought key aspects…
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Chomp!
May 15, 2014By Ron Aiken Turkey Burgers! Kill me now! Chomp! does his best. He really does. But sometimes, dear Reader, ingredients let him down. I will pause now for you to…
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Hack for SC Coming to IT-oLogy
May 15, 2014Hackers and other techies will be joining forces with the power of artists, librarians and community leaders May 31 – June 1 COLUMBIA, SC – Hackers and other techies…
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Greenville County Rec Adult Sports – Summer / Fall 2014
May 12, 2014Adult Softball Registration is open for the Late Summer/Early Fall 2014 Adult Softball Season. Multiple leagues will be offered in the Men’s Open, Men’s Church, COED Open, and COED…
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Washington’s twisted love affair with the WHCA dinner
May 2, 2014By Kathleen Parker May 2, 2014 This is the time when Americans renew their hatred of Washington and Washington wallows in a bittersweet cocktail of self-love and self-loathing. Which is…
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Fine Arts Center of Kershaw County to Present 10th Jazz
April 25, 2014CAMDEN, SC – The Fine Arts Center of Kershaw County (FAC) will present its 10th annual Jazz at the Center Music Festival, April 25-27, in historic downtown Camden. The featured concert this year takes…
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Going Brazilian – We All Should Give It A Try
April 4, 2014By Brian MaynorApril 4, 2014 What pops into your mind when you hear, “let’s go Brazilian?” Most people think of waxing, but that is not the only reason to embrace…
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The Path to a Happy, Healthy Hundred Years
April 4, 2014Preventing Cancer—Killer #2 By Mike DuBose with Blake DuBose and Surb Guram, MD April 4, 2014 (Previous article published on MidlandsLife January 24, 2014: The Path to a Happy, Healthy…
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701 Center for Contemporary Art announces Columbia Open Studios Preview Party
April 3, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – April 3, 2014 – 701 Center for Contemporary Art will host a Preview Party for Columbia Open Studios on Thursday, April 3, 2014 from 7-10 p.m.…
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It’s Carolina Cup Time – A Premier Rite of Spring Event
March 28, 2014By Brian MaynorMarch 28, 2014 What are you wearing to the cup? That has undoubtedly been one of the most-asked questions and dilemmas over the past week. For those of…
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The 90’s Are Back – And It’s All About Cher Horowitz
March 21, 2014By Brian MaynorMarch 21, 2014 Since I remember the 90s very well, it is hard for me to think of them as a returning fashion trend. Weren’t they just a…
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Four-Leaf Clovers, Leprechauns And All Things Green – Celebrating St. Patrick’s Day In Style
March 14, 2014By Brian Maynor March 14, 2014 This weekend St. Patrick’s Day festivals and street fairs will dominate cities both large and small, and even if green isn’t your color you…
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The Path to a Happy, Healthy Hundred Years
January 24, 2014Heart Disease—Killer #1 By Mike DuBose with Blake DuBose and Surb Guram, MD January 24, 2014 Heart disease has become an American epidemic. Approximately one-third of the US population (more…
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Michelle Wang Embracing Life’s Journey
December 13, 2013By Ron Aiken It was 2010, and it seemed like the right time for Michelle Wang. Time to sell. Time to divest. Time to pull back and enjoy…
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Festive Sweaters – Done The Right Way
December 13, 2013By Brian MaynorDecember 13, 2013 Last week I posted an article on all the ways holiday sweaters can go left instead of right, and may have come across as a…
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Tacky Holiday Sweaters – The Tradition Continues
December 6, 2013By Brian MaynorDecember 6, 2013 Over the past few years the tacky holiday sweater trend has picked up steam and catapulted into near phenomena status. No doubt you will be…
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Black Friday – Let The Holiday Shopping Commence
November 29, 2013By Brian MaynorNovember 29, 2013 I hope everyone had a wonderful Thanksgiving yesterday and is enjoying the first shopping day of the holiday season! Black Friday is a tradition. Years…
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Buffalo Plaid – Seasonal Superstar
November 22, 2013By Brian Maynor November 22, 2013 One of this season’s hottest trends is also one of the most recognizable, ‘buffalo plaid’. Whether you knew the specific term for it or…
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Shrimp Rice and Veggie Casserole
November 15, 2013By Jan PinningtonNovember 15, 2013Healthy Hands Cooking Ingredients: 1 Tbsp. Olive Oil 1/2 onion, chopped 1 stalk celery, diced 1 lb. raw shrimp, cleaned Salt and Pepper 1/2 cup cherry…
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Chomp!
November 15, 2013By Ron Aiken November 15, 2013 More Steak! More Cookies! More Love! Chomp! eats a lot of steak. A LOT. Like, four times a week. It’s his thing, kind of…
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Columbia is about to See Stars (and me) at Columbia’s Oxygen Ball!
November 15, 2013By Jillian Owens November 15, 2013 When the Midlands SC chapter of the American Lung Association asked if I’d like to be a Celebrity Dancer for their Dancing With the…
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The Power of Pumpkin!
November 15, 2013By Kristen Tice, MS, RD, CSSD, LD November 15, 2013 I absolutely love the fall and pumpkins are a true symbol of the fall season. Aside from pumpkins just looking…
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Show Your Support – Weekend Edition
November 15, 2013By Brian MaynorNovember 15, 2013 Continuing the theme of military style, here are a two inspiration looks for your weekend wear that will have you standing taller and feeling more…
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What’s In A Bag? – The Correlation Between The Type Of Bag You Carry And Your Personality
November 8, 2013By Brian MaynorNovember 8, 2013 We all know what you wear is a reflection of your personality, so what does your bag have to say? Whether you change your bag…
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Weekend Fix – Affordable Style Is Not An Oxymoron
October 18, 2013By Brian MaynorOctober 18, 2013 Last week someone asked me if there was a minimum price point for style. The question came from a young professional who has a set…
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How The King Got His Start – Part Two
August 30, 2013By Tom Poland August 30, 2013 Part Two: The British Are Coming Author’s Note: It’s been 36 years since Elvis died. This excerpt from Save The Last Dance for…
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Meeting our cousin at Eilean Donan
August 30, 2013By Jerry Bellune August 30, 2013 MacLeod and Jerry Bellune are spending their children’s inheritance and enjoying every minute of it. What follows is an account of their travels in…
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CMA August 2013 Calendar August 2013 Calendar
August 1, 2013MAJOR EXHIBITION Found in Translation: The Art of Steven Naifeh On view through September 1 The CMA organized the first retrospective museum exhibition of SC artist Steven Naifeh’s paintings and…
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Upcoming Events at Riverbanks Zoo and Garden
July 12, 2013Members’ Night Series Final MNO of the Summer – July 12, 2013 Don’t miss the last Members’ Night of the summer at Riverbanks Zoo when we’ll spotlight our cold-blooded comrades.…
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Kevin Hyde: The Not So Great or Powerful Oz
March 16, 2013By Kevin HydeMarch 14, 2013 There is an old screenwriting rule that says: “Know how your movieis going to end before you start writing.” It’s good advice. And I…
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Nexsen Pruet Construction Law Breakfast Briefing on Immigration Enforcement
March 1, 2013CHARLESTON, SC – March 7, 2013 – Immigration Enforcement in the Construction Industry We’ve all heard about immigration in the news, but how does it affect your company? Employers have…
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SCANPO to Host 2013 Nonprofit Summit
February 25, 2013GREENVILLE, SC – March 13th to 15th, 2013 – Together. For Good. This is the title of the 2013Nonprofit Summit that will take place on March 13th to 15th at…
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What's Happening This Week in Columbia: February 6-12, 2013
February 7, 2013What a week ahead! COLUMBIA, SC – February 6-12, 2013 – Don’t miss the 13th annual Columbia Jewish Film Festival showcasing Jewish movies at the Nickelodeon, starting this Saturday. This…
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Webmarketing Your Export Business
February 4, 2013Next month’s seminar in Charleston to help current and potential exporters expand their reach by becoming web savvy CHARLESTON, SC – On February 27, 2013, the U.S. Commercial Service will…
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Bestselling Author Edward Ball Speaks at the College of Charleston Feb 7
February 4, 2013CHARLESTON, SC – February 7, 2013 – On February 7, 2013, the College of Charleston’s Friends of the Library will host National Book Award Winner and Lowcountry Historian Edward Ball…
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What's Happening in Columbia This Week: January 23 – 29, 2013
January 23, 2013COLUMBIA, SC – January 23 – 29, 2013 – Get excited for some wonderful new performances this week! On Wednesday and Thursday, Broadway in Columbia is bringing Elvis Lives to…
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Brookgreen Gardens Displays Two New Exhibitions
January 21, 2013PAWLEYS ISLAND, SC – On Saturday, January 26 through April 21,Brookgreen Gardens will display two new exhibitions in the RaineySculpture Pavilion. Willard Hirsch: Charleston’s Sculptor, travels from the Gibbes Museum…
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