Savannah River National Laboratory Names Director of Strategic Development and Technical Partnerships

AIKEN, SC - February 3, 2012 - Wendolyn Holland has joined Savannah River Nuclear Solutions as Director of Strategic Development and Technical Partnerships for Savannah River National Laboratory.

USC Aiken names New Asst. Director of Student Life for Diversity Initiatives

AIKEN, SC - February 2, 2012 - Aja Vaughn recently to the helm as the new Assistant Director of Student Life for Diversity Initiatives at University of South Carolina Aiken.

S.C. BlueCross Group of Companies Earns Highest Financial Rating for 10th Year

COLUMBIA, SC - February 2, 2012 - A.M. Best Co. recently affirmed the financial strength rating of A+ (Superior) of BlueCross and BlueShield of South Carolina's group of companies. The outlook for this rating is stable. 

Major General Abraham Turner to Present Keynote Address

COLUMBIA, SC - February 2, 2012 - Goodwill Industries of Upstate/Midlands South Carolina announced today that Major General Abraham Turner, Executive Director of the South Carolina Department of Employment and Workforce, will present the keynote address at the 2012 Goodwill Partners in the Power of Work luncheon on March 28, 2012 at the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center.

South Carolina Industrial Site Earns CSX “Select Site” Recognition

FLORENCE, SC - February 2, 2012 - White Hawk Commerce Park, a 1,175 acre dual-certified mega-site and industrial park in Florence County, South Carolina, is 1 of 5 locations in America to earn Select Site certification from CSX Transportation.

Fluid Tech Machines Chooses South Carolina to Launch New North American Sales & Service Operation

February 2, 2012 - The Greenville Area Development Corporation today announced that Fluid Tech Machines Inc., which engineers and designs custom "smart machines" that combine multiple processes within a single cycle and specialize in the fluid transfer component arena, has established its new North American sales and service facility in Greenville County, South Carolina.

Verizon Wireless Customer Care Leads Industry In Latest J.D. Power And Associates Study

GREENVILLE, SC - February 2, 2012 - Wireless customers across the country have spoken. According to the newest J.D. Power and Associates study, Verizon Wireless offers the greatest customer care among full service providers in the industry.

Midlands Technical College Formally Joins USC-Columbia Fuel Cell Collaborative

COLUMBIA, SC - February 2, 2012 - Midlands Technical College (MTC) announced that it will join the USC-City of Columbia Fuel Cell Collaborative, a collaboration of SCRA, EngenuitySC, the University of South Carolina and the City of Columbia, to position Columbia, S.C., as a leader for fuel cell innovation and technology.

TD Bank Regional President Rob Hoak To Lead Expanded Territory in Carolinas

GREENVILLE, SC – February 2, 2012 – Rob Hoak, Regional President, TD Bank, America’s Most Convenient Bank ® , has been promoted and now oversees all of North Carolina.

Coldwell Banker United, Realtors® Expands its Northeast Columbia/Kershaw County Real Estate Services With New, State-of-the-Art Office

COLUMBIA, SC - February 1, 2012 - Coldwell Banker United, Realtors® is expanding its real estate service to the growing Northeast Columbia/Kershaw County area with a beautiful, new, state-of-the-art office located at 566 Spears Creek Church Road.

Columbia Eye Clinic Wins Four Awards From SC Society Of Ophthalmology

COLUMBIA, SC - February 1, 2012 - Columbia Eye Clinic, two of its physician partners, and its CEO were all recognized with awards presented by the South Carolina Society of Ophthalmology at its annual meeting.

Introducing Blue Avenue — Bypass the Ordinary

COLUMBIA, SC - February 1, 2012 - Two established members of South Carolina’s marketing and advertising community bring their experience and energy together to form Blue Avenue, an upscale marketing boutique.

The Midlands Authority for Conventions, Sports & Tourism Welcomes Colleen Keenan as a New Sales Assistant

COLUMBIA, SC - February 1, 2012 - The Midlands Authority for Conventions, Sports & Tourism welcomes Colleen Keenan as the newest member of the team, serving as a sales assistant for the Columbia Metropolitan Convention & Visitors Bureau.

SC Governor's School for Science and Mathematics to Host 23rd Annual Research Colloquium

COLUMBIA, SC - February 1, 2012 - The Governor's School for Science and Mathematics (GSSM) will host the 23rd Annual Research Colloquium in Hartsville, Saturday, February 4, 2012.

Lexington One announces District Teacher of the Year finalists

LEXINGTON, SC - FEBRUARY 1, 2012 - Lexington County School District One announced six district Teacher of the Year finalists: Janice H. Bennett, Leslie W. Bussey, Debbie G. Debenport, Charli T. Kinard, Anné M. Peterson and John Paul Sellars.

Two SCRA Executives Honored As “Most Influential”

COLUMBIA, SC – February 1, 2012 – SCRA today announced that two company executives have received recognition as part of “most Influential” lists in South Carolina.

Nucor Corporation expanding in Darlington County

COLUMBIA, SC - February 1, 2012 - Nucor Corporation, one of North America's largest steel bar producers, has announced plans to modernize and enhance its bar mill facility in Darlington County.

It's Back! The MOST Exciting Student Talent Contest In South Carolina!

FLORENCE, SC - February 1, 2012 - "This School's Got Talent" - sponsored by BB&T - is looking for the best talent in South Carolina's public schools.

EPA To Provide Nearly $10 Million to Clean Up Beaches Across the Nation

WASHINGTON, DC - February 1, 2012 -The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) today announced that it will provide $9.8 million in grants to 38 states, territories and tribes to help protect the health of swimmers at America’s beaches.

Lower electricity rate for new or expanding industries announced by electric cooperatives and Santee Cooper

COLUMBIA, SC - FEBRUARY 1, 2012 - Utilities whose systems make up the largest electric power system in South Carolina today announced a new, lower electric rate designed to attract jobs and industrial expansion to the state.

Colliers International’s Boyd Summers Brokers  Mutual of Omaha Renewal

COLUMBIA, SC - February 1, 2012 - Boyd Summers of Colliers International has brokered the renewal of Nebraska-based insurance company Mutual of Omaha, keeping the tenant at Synergy Business Park in Columbia, South Carolina.

Caris Healthcare Acquires South Carolina-Based Solaris Hospice

COLUMBIA, SC - January 31, 2012 - Effective Jan. 1, 2012, Knoxville-based Caris Healthcare completed the purchase of Solaris Hospice, a South Carolina provider of outpatient hospice services.

Columbia Museum of Art announces 2012 Gala: The CHAIRity Ball

COLUMBIA, SC - February 2, 2012 - The Columbia Museum of Art is saving your seat for the most talked about event of the year, the annual black-tie fundraising gala!

Pinckney’s Produce Announces Opening of Spring 2012 CSA Sign Ups

BEAUFORT, SC - February 1, 2012 – Pinckney’s Produce, a family owned farm and community supported agriculture (CSA) program presented by Rest Park Farm, announced that sign ups for the Spring 2012 Community Supported Agriculture season are now open .

Quality Deer Management Association Donates Over 1500 Pounds of Venison to Feed Hungry in Midlands

COLUMBIA, SC – February 1, 2012 – The Midlands chapter of Quality Deer Management Association (QDMA), a non-profit wildlife conservation organization dedicated to ensuring a high-quality and sustainable future for white-tailed deer and white-tailed deer hunting, has donated over 1500 pounds of venison from individual contributions to Harvest Hope Food Bank as of Jan. 25.

McNair’s Liz Crum Named to SC DHEC’s CON Review Panel

COLUMBIA, SC - January 31st, 2012 - McNair Law Firm is pleased to announce that attorney Liz Crum has been selected to serve on the SC Department of Health and Environmental Control’s Certificate of Need (CON) Review Panel.

Coldwell Banker Branded Websites Remain Most Visited

PARSIPPANY, NJ - January 31, 202 - According to Nielsen and comScore Media Metrix, the two global leaders in digital measurement, Coldwell Banker branded websites had the highest number of unique visitors among all national real estate franchise brands for full-year 2011.

Miller-Valentine Group Completes Industrial Renovation for Interstate Resources, Inc.

COLUMBIA, SC - January 25, 2012 - Miller-Valentine Group recently completed Design/Build renovations to an existing office and industrial facility located in Lexington County.

Rhythmlink Goes Red in the Fight against Heart Disease

COLUMBIA, SC - January 31, 2012 - One in three women will die from cardiovascular disease. Rhythmlink’s Stacey Askelson is all too familiar with this statistic, and is honoring the women of her family who fought this disease through the Go Red for Women campaign in conjunction with the American Heart Association.

Womble Carlyle Merges with Hall and Bowers, Opens Columbia Office

COLUMBIA, SC - January 31, 2012 - Womble Carlyle today announced that it has merged with the Columbia, S.C. firm of Hall and Bowers, LLC, creating Womble Carlyle’s new Columbia office.

Local Information Management Company Expanding

CAYCE, SC - January 25, 2012 - Carolina Records and Information Management, a record storage, paper shredding, digital imaging and data vault company in Cayce / Columbia, announced the addition of a 1400 sq ft state of the art Data Vault.

SC Virtual Teacher Nominated for National Award

COLUMBIA, SC - January 31, 2012 - South Carolina teacher Tracy Seiler is one of three finalists for the National Online Teacher of the Year Award for K-12 online learning.

Graham Sponsors Legislation To Approve Keystone XL Pipeline

WASHINGTON, DC - JANUARY 30, 2012 - In addition to providing stable oil supplies, Keystone XL is also expected to create approximately 130,000 jobs.

Lexington One students earn spots in honors orchestras

LEXINGTON, SC - January 30, 2012 - Students from Gilbert, Lexington, Pelion and White Knoll high schools auditioned for the Lexington One High School Honors Orchestra.

Newberry Hospital Installs GE LightSpeed® VCT CT Scanner in Move to Achieve Better, Safer Diagnostic Imaging

NEWBERRY, SC - January 30, 2012 - Newberry County Memorial Hospital is among the first hospitals in South Carolina to install GE Healthcare’s LightSpeed® VCT CT scanner.

TPM Expands with 9 New Hires; Plans for Continued Growth

GREENVILLE, SC - January 30, 2012 - TPM, a company focused on providing design and printing technologies, recently announced the hiring of 9 new employees to their firm.

Win-Win! Students Gain International Experience Developing Export Plans for South Carolina Companies

COLUMBIA, SC - January 30, 2012 - University of South Carolina—A Darla Moore School of Business professor and the South Carolina Small Business Development Centers (SC SBDC) joined efforts to create experiential learning opportunities for students while assisting South Carolina companies.

Can You Conquer the Course? Sky High Safari Ropes Challenge Course Now Open at Riverbanks Zoo

COLUMBIA, SC - January 30, 2012 - Brave explorers of all ages can now experience the Zoo from a much higher point of view with the all-new Sky-High Safari at Riverbanks.

USC Aiken’s Marketing Department Receives Top Awards for 50th Anniversary Campaign

AIKEN, SC - January 30, 2012 - University of South Carolina Aiken’s Marketing Department has been recognized with two top awards for its marketing efforts involving the University’s 50th anniversary campaign this year.

Call For Entries: Craft Bar Happy Weekend

COLUMBIA, SC - January 30, 2012 - The Columbia Museum of Art announces a CALL FOR ENTRIES for its inaugural Craft Bar Happy Weekend inspired by the monthly program, Craft Bar Happy Hour.

Insurance Veteran Named Chief Underwriting Officer at Companion Property & Casualty

COLUMBIA, SC - January 30, 2012 - Companion Property & Casualty Insurance Group, a national multi-line insurance company based in Columbia, S.C., has named Ron Carlson its chief underwriting officer.

MG&C’s Rusty Goudelock Receives 2012 Leadership in Law Award

COLUMBIA, SC - January 30, 2012 - The law firm of McAngus Goudelock & Courie is pleased to announce that South Carolina Lawyers Weekly will honor Rusty Goudelock with the 2012 Leadership in Law Award at a reception in Charleston on March 15.

SC Assistant Principal Named Finalist for 2012 National Assistant Principal of the Year

ROCK HILL, SC - January 27, 2012 - Denise Khaalid, assistant principal of South Pointe High School in Rock Hill, SC, has been named a finalist for the 2012 NASSP/Virco National Assistant Principal of the Year.

Fans Rattle Cheers for Central SC Cobras Soccer

COLUMBIA, SC - January 27, 2012 - Soccer fans are showing their excitement for the introduction of a Women’s Pro-Am Soccer team coming to Columbia, S.C.

Lexington One receives grant from EEDA

LEXINGTON, SC - January 27, 2012 - Lexington County School District One’s Instructional Services office applied for and received an Education and Economic Development Act At -Risk Student Supplemental Formula Grant.

Palmetto Health Foundation, Cultural Council of Richland and Lexington Counties  and AT&T Collaborate to Bring Dance Theatre of Harlem To Columbia

COLUMBIA, SC - January 26, 2012 - Palmetto Health Foundation and the Cultural Council of Richland and Lexington Counties, with a $25,000 presenting sponsorship gift from AT&T, will bring the renowned Dance Theatre of Harlem to Township Auditorium on Feb. 23 at 7 p.m.

Church welcomes Midlands families and other local clergy to celebrate national week of unity

COLUMBIA, SC - January 27, 2012 - Saint Joseph Catholic Church and School hosted its 7th annual Ecumenical Prayer Service on Friday, January 20 at 9:00 am.

Spirit Communications to Sponsor Columbia Marathon

COLUMBIA, SC - January 26, 2012 - Spirit Communications, the leader in SC business telecommunications services, will be the Information and Technology Sponsor of the inaugural Columbia SC Marathon, an effort to aid various charities and bring national recognition to the community.

Acquisition of NAI Global By C-III Capital Parnters is Complete

COLUMBIA, SC - January 26, 2012 - NAI Global, the largest network of independent commercial real estate firms worldwide, announced yesterday that its previously reported acquisition by C-III Capital Partners (C-III) is complete.

Cultural Council announces Street Gallery 4

COLUMBIA, SC - January 27, 2012 - The Cultural Council, in partnership with Lamar Advertising, will showcase six juried art pieces by local artists on outdoor billboard locations throughout Richland and Lexington Counties beginning Wednesday, February 1, 2012.

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