Headlines in the Midlands
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Clemson Announces $600 Million Capital Campaign
Clemson University has kicked off the public phase of a capital campaign to raise $600 million in private gifts by June 30, 2012. -
NIH awards $6.5 million grant to USC for health-disparities research, Claflin partnership
A $6.7 million grant to the University of South Carolina’s Arnold School of Public Health will support an established research program in health ... -
Ed Sellers named Greater Columbia Chamber’s 2010 Ambassador of the Year
Ed Sellers selected as the Greater Columbia Chamber of Commerce 2010 Ambassador of the Year. -
USC private giving up 9.4 percent
The University of South Carolina received unprecedented donor financial support in a year when many institutions saw a decline in giving. -
USC, GHS boards give final approval to proposed program expansion
USC, Palmetto Health to explore additional physician training in Columbia -
Conservation League, Ports Authority Announce Settlement
The South Carolina State Ports Authority (SCSPA) and the South Carolina Coastal Conservation League (CCL) have successfully concluded several ... -
Colliers Keenan is Now Colliers International
Colliers Keenan’s offices in Columbia, Greenville and Charleston have adopted the name Colliers International. -
22 South Carolinians Chosen to Begin Intense Leadership Program
Liberty Fellowship: Significant community involvement, success in their chosen field and a commitment to improving South Carolina characterize the ... -
Newberry College Becomes Center of Excellence
Newberry College announces the establishment of a Center of Excellence for Teacher Retention. -
CMRTA Rolls Out A New and Improving Transit System
New System, New Direction Benefits Riders and Community with Enhanced Service -
Palmetto Health Forms Accountable Care Organization
ACO is one of the first in the state -
Partnership to Make Columbia Region Competitive in Talent Economy
COLUMBIA, SC – July 12, 2010 - Building a talent-powered economy is key to creating a prosperous regional economy. -
2009 Annual Report from the Central SC Alliance
$358 million in new capital investment that created 1,686 jobs -
Rex: political involvement by educators key to continuing public school improvements
In his final “state of the schools” speech to South Carolina school administrators, Superintendent of Education Jim Rex touted the K-12 reforms of ... -
Darla Moore School selected by DOE for its Net-Zero Energy Building Partnership Program
The Darla Moore School of Business at the University of South Carolina has been selected by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) to partner with ... -
Bob Coble Awarded Prestigious Order of The Palmetto
Bob Coble has been awarded the Order of the Palmetto, the highest civilian honor given by the governor of South Carolina. -
Lexington Market Overview
The most significant change in the Lexington market over the last five years is the addition of many single family residential developments east ... -
Palmetto Health Provides Tips On How To Prevent Heat Illnesses
Discomfort, irritability, and a lack of energy, or sometimes, a more serious threat to a person’s health. -
Newberry College Names V. Scott Koerwer as its 21st President
Newberry College, a Lutheran-affiliated liberal arts college founded in 1856, announced that it has named Dr. V. Scott Koerwer, a senior business ... -
Project HOPE
The Home Builders Association of Greater Columbia (HBAGC) operates a very cool program that connects people with disabilities to job and career ... -
$2.5 billion in federal Stimulus money
June 3rd, South Carolina state government has received and spent nearly $2.5 billion in federal Stimulus money through the end of May, Comptroller ... -
South Carolina establishes Counterterrorism Advisory Team
By Carol A. Taber. The Joint Services Detachment (JSD) of the South Carolina Military Department (SCMD) has established a Counterterrorism ... -
Charge Card Spending by State Government Now Online
Charge card spending by state government - including colleges and universities - for the month of April is now available on the Web. -
South Carolina awarded $14.9 million grant to improve student data systems network
Grant will help the state’s educators improve student achievement, teacher performance and school quality, the Institute of Education Sciences ... -
The South Financial Group Agrees to Merger with TD Bank Financial Group
The South Financial Group, Inc. today announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement with TD Bank Financial Group providing for the ... -
South Carolina Legislature Delivers Historic Victory for Kids and Health By Approving Cigarette Tax Increase over Governor's Veto
Statement of Matthew L. Myers, President, Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids -
S.C. BlueCross CEO Sellers to Retire; Pankau Promoted to CEO
Chairman and CEO Edward Sellers plans to retire as CEO and current President and COO David S. Pankau has been named president and CEO, also ... -
First Quarter Office Market Report, Columbia, SC
The Columbia, South Carolina, office market experienced what can best be classified as "mixed results" during the first quarter of 2010. -
SC Recognized as a Top 5 Fuel Cell State
Fuel Cells 2000 in a new report, "State of the States: Fuel Cells in America," provides a snapshot of fuel cell and hydrogen activity in the 50 ... -
Bernanke, Robinson to address University of South Carolina commencements
Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke and Pulitzer Prize-winning columnist Eugene Robinson will be among the speakers at the University of South ... -
A Conversation with Eleanor Kitzman, Candidate for Lt. Governor of South Carolina
"Don't vote for the female candidate or the male candidate; vote for the good candidate." -
Major Runway Project Begins at Columbia Airport
Work begins this week to reconstruct one of Columbia Metropolitan Airport’s two runways. -
Biden and Spears Discuss the Medal of Honor 2010 Convention
The Bidens and the Spears were discussing -- among other things -- the Medal of Honor 2010 convention and the possibility that the Bidens may be ... -
Chapin Market Study
Three factors have contributed to the growth of this burgeoning suburb. -
Ten Questions for Bill Connor, candidate for Lt. Gov.
Meet Bill Connor - the first post-9/11 combat veteran to announce and file for statewide office, and the only combat veteran running for Lt. Gov. -
Immedion Announces New Data Center Facility in Richland County
The South Carolina Department of Commerce, the Central SC Alliance and the South Carolina Research Authority (SCRA) today announced that Immedion ... -
A Conversation with Edmund Monteith, Senior VP of Sales and Marketing/Broker-in-Charge at the Saluda River Club
Today represents probably the best time in the history of America to purchase a new home. ALSO VIDEO. -
Clyburn Reacts to Medicaid Expansion Attack
Congressman Clyburn issued the following statement today in response to attacks from health care reform opponents to the expansion of Medicaid for ... -
Eckstrom statement on House and Senate vote to reform ESC:
S.C. Comptroller Richard Eckstrom today issued the following statement in praise of the S.C. House and Senate for approving a reform bill for the ... -
Rex says South Carolina weighing whether to enter Round 2 federal grant competition
State Superintendent of Education Jim Rex said today that South Carolina is considering whether to enter the second round of competition for hotly ... -
Four Moons Restaurant GM Ryan Groeschel and Executive Chef David Quintana
We are one of only sixteen AAA Four Diamond restaurants in South Carolina and the only one in the Midlands. -
$2 billion in ‘stimulus’ funds received by state government
COLUMBIA, SC - March 25, 2010 - So far more than $2 billion in federal "stimulus" money has been received by state government agencies, ... -
Trustees name Dr. Katie Brochu the new superintendent
Dr. Katie Brochu (BRO-shoe) will lead Richland School District Two when current superintendent Dr. Stephen Hefner retires in June. -
Pelosi Appoints Three House Democrats to President's National Commission on Fiscal Responsibility and Reform
Speaker Nancy Pelosi today announced that she has appointed three House Democrats to President Obama's National Commission on Fiscal ... -
Gov. Sanford Welcomes Additional Job Creation at Caterpillar Facility in Newberry
Caterpillar plans to increase capacity for diesel and gas powered generator sets assembled in Newberry -
Senator Graham, Congressmen Clyburn and Spratt Co-Sponsor Rural Energy Savings Program Bill
House Majority Whip and Sixth District Congressman James E. Clyburn joined with Senator Lindsey Graham and Congressman John Spratt today to ... -
$50 - $500 for new energy efficient appliances
A total of $3.9 million will be available in South Carolina for rebates. -
Record crowd turns out to honor one of the Midlands most humble community leaders
As George W. "Bill" Rogers approached the podium for a few remarks, 440 guests awaited what this quiet man might say. Just as his daughter, Louise ... -
Central Columbia Market Study
Residential redevelopment has been very active in the East, South, and North Columbia markets. -
Spending transparency for public colleges and universities
Opinion-editorial by S.C. Comptroller Richard Eckstrom -
Costly Fire Sprinklers Should be Homebuyers' Choice
Members of the Home Builders Association of Greater Columbia continue to actively support a bill which includes an amendment to give homeowners ... -
Columbia College, Midlands Technical College Formalize, Expand Programs for Transfer Students
The formal Bridge Program agreement will be signed on March 1 -
Kathy McKinney Urges South Carolina's Economic Developers to Take Advantage of Stimulus Financing
“Economic developers must explore all types of financing, including New Market Tax Credits (NMTC), which have been underutilized in the Palmetto ... -
U.S. Foodservice Announces Expansion in Lexington County
“U.S. Foodservice has long been a leader in the foodservice distribution industry and has been an important member of the business community in ... -
Groundbreaking Ceremony for SCRA USC Innovation Center, Columbia
At 1000 Catawba Street, slated to open its doors this June, the fully-renovated facility will house knowledge-based companies emerging from ... -
One Year Later: Stimulus Still Hasn’t Worked
U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham today made this statement on the one-year anniversary of the $787 billion stimulus package. Graham voted against the ... -
SCDOT Activates Winter Weather Road Conditions Report Online as Crews Begin Pre-Treating Roads in Several SC Counties
The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) has activated its online site for winter weather road conditions. -
A Conversation with Doug Stone, Scout Executive, Indian Waters Council, Boy Scouts of America
Indian Waters council is one of 306 Boy Scout councils around the United States. Each is a separate chapter or franchise of the Boy Scouts of ... -
Former Richland County Council Chairman Tony Mizzell Announces Run for Columbia City Council
Tony Mizzell, former Richland County Chairman and Vice President of Interactive Marketing at Chernoff Newman, filed today as a candidate for the ... -
Pastides taps Don Herriott to be director of Innovista Partnerships
USC President Harris Pastides has appointed Don Herriott to be the director of Innovista Partnerships. -
SDA announces loan to replace Dillon school; Rex pushes for ambitious plans
COLUMBIA, SC - January 27, 2010 - South Carolina’s oldest school building qualified for federal loans today that could not only replace the ... -
Bipartisan Senators Urge AG to Try Detainees in Military Commissions
Senators Joe Lieberman (ID-CT), Lindsey Graham (R-SC), Blanche Lincoln (D-AR), Susan Collins (R-ME), Jim Webb (D-VA), and John McCain (R-AZ) today ... -
Graham Congratulates Senator-Elect Brown on Victory in Massachusetts
In my opinion, it is the biggest political upset in history of the United States Senate. -
Comptroller Richard Eckstrom's statement on Governor Sanford's State of the State address:
"During the past year, citizens across our state and nation have been rallying for a return to common sense government. -
South Carolina Electric and Gas Company Files for Increase to Electric Rates
SCE&G filed an application with the Public Service Commission of South Carolina (PSC) requesting a 9.52 percent overall increase in retail ... -
Akebono Brake Corporation Announces New Facility in Lexington County
The SC Department of Commerce, Lexington County and the Central SC Alliance today announced that Akebono Brake Corporation will locate its new ... -
Federal, State & Local Officials Announce Landmark Grant to EdVenture Children’s Museum
$1.3 million to flow into state to help families - Congressman James E. Clyburn, Senator Lindsey Graham, and EdVenture Children’s Museum, along ... -
Top 10 education stories for 2009
The struggles of local school districts to absorb hundreds of millions of dollars in budget cuts leads the South Carolina Department of ... -
Make a powerful resolution – reduce energy usage!
Top 10 Energy Efficiency Tips for the New Year! -
Top 10 education stories for 2009
The struggles of local school districts to absorb hundreds of millions of dollars in budget cuts leads the South Carolina Department of ... -
Dan Mann Named Executive Director of Columbia Metropolitan Airport
Dan Mann, AAE, has been named Executive Director of the Columbia Metropolitan Airport, effective February 1, 2010. -
Verizon Wireless to Invest $40 Million in New Customer Service Facility in Richland County
The South Carolina Department of Commerce, Richland County and the Central S.C. Alliance joined Verizon Wireless in announcing that the company ... -
Statement from First Lady Jenny Sanford
December 11, 2009 - "Indeed, I know it will soon become known so I choose to release this brief notice that I am now filing for divorce." -
City of Cayce, Town of Lexington and Lexington County break ground on state-of-the-art wastewater treatment plant
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University of South Carolina releases economic forecast for 2010: S.C. economy seen recovering
South Carolinians can expect job and income growth in 2010 -
A Conversation with Dr. Robert Adams, Director of the REACH Stroke Network at MUSC
If we can treat stroke patients within a critical time period and with the right medicines, the patient has a better chance of returning to his or ... -
Chapin Couple Continue on an Elf Tradition for Cancer Research
In the two short years since its inception, over 1000 Elves have found their way to 12 different hospitals and over $10,000 has been donated to ... -
Clemson University Restoration Institute Lands $98 Million Funding to Develop Next-Generation Wind Turbines
The next-generation wind turbines and drive trains will be tested by the Clemson University Restoration Institute in a move that is expected to ... -
Department of Energy Awards Clemson University up to $45 Million for Next Generation of Wind Turbine Designs
U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham made this statement after the Department of Energy announced up to $45 million in grants to Clemson University for a ... -
South Carolina’s Jobs for America’s Graduates Program Receives National Honors Again
The Jobs for America’s Graduates-South Carolina program received national recognition in Washington, D.C. this week. -
Jim Matthews Formally Announces For Kershaw County Sheriff
Matthews said he will focus initially on three key areas of concern: drugs, gang activity, and break-ins and thefts. -
S.C. Comptroller will push to reform the way stimulus jobs are counted
"The way the federal government is counting jobs is badly flawed." -
Student, parent, teacher survey results show support for single-gender classes
SC students, parents and teachers continue to give positive reviews to single-gender classes. -
BE&K Building Group | Turner | BRPH Selected as Design-Build Team for Boeing 787 Dreamliner Assembly Plant in North Charleston, South Carolina
A joint venture of the BE&K Building Group and Turner Construction (BE&K | Turner), with design partner BRPH, has been awarded the design-build ... -
Builders Applaud Congress on Extending Home Buyer Tax Credit
The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) today applauded Congress for passing legislation that will extend and expand the $8,000 ... -
Simulation photos depict turbine visibility
People on the South Carolina shoreline could see an offshore wind farm eight miles or more out in the Atlantic -
Boeing to Place Second 787 Assembly Line in North Charleston, SC
Boeing announced that it has chosen its North Charleston, S.C., facility as the location for a second final assembly site for the 787 Dreamliner ... -
Carolinas Nuclear Facilities are Significant Economic Engine
The Carolinas’ nuclear energy generating facilities provide a significant economic impact to South Carolina and North Carolina according to a new ... -
Maersk Line Commits to Port of Charleston
Maersk Line, the world’s largest ocean carrier, has signed a new, five-year agreement with the Port of Charleston, South Carolina State Ports ... -
Region Recognized as Retiree Destination
The U.S. News and World Report recognized Columbia, SC, as one of America’s most affordable places to retire. -
Meet Donna Freeman, Owner of the Village Dollar Shoppe
"We offer everything that a regular franchise dollar store does - with better quality." -
Richland County is Recognized and Rewarded for Being on Solid Financial Footing
Richland County Government recently earned a credit rating of AA+ from the world renowned financial management firm, Standard & Poor's Ratings ... -
More than $730 Million in Stimulus Funds so Far
COLUMBIA, SC - October 14, 2009 - State programs and agencies have now received more than $730 million in federal stimulus money, with more than ... -
Third Quarter of 2009 Brought Mixed Results for the Office Market in Columbia
Ryan Hyler of Colliers Keenan - After two straight quarters of negative absorption, the market began to stabilize during the third quarter as new ... -
Local Industrial Park Seeks LEED Certification
Carolina Pines is currently the only Class A industrial park in South Carolina with railroad access. -
Cathy Novinger: Executive, Business Owner, Community Leader, Activist, Philanthropist, Mother, Grandmother and Cancer Survivor.
"I learned from human resources that 65% is how one communicates and 35% is how one looks the part." -
National Institutes of Health Awards $4.8 Million Grant to the Center for Healthcare Quality
Patients who want to participate in potentially life-saving clinical research trials in South Carolina will find it easier to do so, thanks to a ... -
Letter to the Editor from Dr. Jerman Disasa, director of Presbyterian College's CHAMPS program
In a time when news headlines on corporations are mostly negative, it is good to have some positive news to share. -
NAHB Survey Shows Credit Woes Threaten Housing Recovery
Nearly two-thirds of single-family home builders are reporting a severe lack of credit for housing production, threatening the fragile housing ... -
A Conversation with Leighton Lord - Candidate for Attorney General of SC.
The idea that we need someone in the office who knows how to run a business has resonated with people.
