Columbia, South Carolina metropolitan area

Nephron Pharmaceuticals Corporation Announces Historic Expansion in Lexington County

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Friday, July 10, 2020
Columbia, South Carolina metropolitan area, Lexington, South Carolina, Lexington, Geography of the United States, Cities in the United States, States of the United States

WEST COLUMBIA, S.C., July 10, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --One of the fastest-growing pharmaceuticals companies in the country, headquartered in Lexington County, today announced several major expansion and investment projects.

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  • WEST COLUMBIA, S.C., July 10, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --One of the fastest-growing pharmaceuticals companies in the country, headquartered in Lexington County, today announced several major expansion and investment projects.
  • Nephron Pharmaceuticals Corporation plans a new $215 million investment in Lexington County, bringing 380 new full-time jobs to the area by 2024, and adding new office, warehouse and vaccine production space in the county's Saxe-Gotha Industrial Park.
  • This new investment of more than $215 million creating 380 new jobs in Lexington County is a great win for Team South Carolina."
  • "We are excited to continue to partner with such an innovative and forward-thinking company like Nephron Pharmaceuticals," Lexington County Council Chairman Scott Whetstone said.

The Emerald Announces Partnership with Award-Winning Columbia Hospitality, Bringing Five-Star Hotel Experience to Luxury Residential High-Rise Community

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Thursday, June 25, 2020
Columbia, South Carolina, Columbia, South Carolina metropolitan area

"We are delighted to partner with such a respected hospitality brand and look forward to their efforts in creating an effortless five-star living experience."

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  • "We are delighted to partner with such a respected hospitality brand and look forward to their efforts in creating an effortless five-star living experience."
  • We look forward to adding The Emerald to our residential portfolio and delivering exemplary service to Seattle's newest defining address."
  • To learn more about Columbia Hospitality and the health and safety precautions at Columbia Hospitalitymanaged properties, please visit columbiahospitality.com or ColumbiaClean.com.
  • Columbia Hospitality, Inc. (Columbia) is a Seattle-based hospitality management and consulting company that was established in 1995 by founder and CEO John Oppenheimer.

Mitch Willoughby Retires from First Community Board of Directors

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Thursday, May 21, 2020
Columbia, South Carolina metropolitan area, Willoughby, Lexington, South Carolina, Lexington, Columbia, South Carolina, Geography of the United States

LEXINGTON, S.C., May 21, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --First Community Corporation, headquartered in Lexington, South Carolina and the holding company of First Community Bank, would like to congratulate Mitchell M. "Mitch" Willoughby on his retirement from its board of directors after 25 years of service.

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  • LEXINGTON, S.C., May 21, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --First Community Corporation, headquartered in Lexington, South Carolina and the holding company of First Community Bank, would like to congratulate Mitchell M. "Mitch" Willoughby on his retirement from its board of directors after 25 years of service.
  • With Mr. Willoughby's retirement, J. Thomas "Tommy" Johnson will assume the role of Chairman of the Board and Chimin J.
  • Originally from Mullins, SC, Mr. Willoughby has practiced law for more than 38 years and is currently a partner at Willoughby & Hoefer in Columbia, SC.
  • First Community Bank, founded in 1995 and headquartered in Lexington, South Carolina, is a wholly owned subsidiary of First Community Corporation (NASDAQ: FCCO).

Lexerd Capital and LMS Harbison Announce Joint Venture Acquisition of Multifamily Property in Columbia, SC

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Thursday, May 14, 2020
REIT, Finance, Professional services, Commercial Building & Real Estate, Construction & Property, Columbia, South Carolina metropolitan area, Columbia, South Carolina, Harbison

Lexerd Capital Management LLC (Lexerd), a New Jersey-based real estate firm, in a joint venture partnership with LMS Harbison (LMS Harbison) today announced the acquisition of The Lakes at Harbison, a multifamily property located in Columbia, South Carolina.

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  • Lexerd Capital Management LLC (Lexerd), a New Jersey-based real estate firm, in a joint venture partnership with LMS Harbison (LMS Harbison) today announced the acquisition of The Lakes at Harbison, a multifamily property located in Columbia, South Carolina.
  • This is the first joint venture acquisition for Lexerd, and their third overall acquisition in 2020.
  • The Lory of Harbison apartments are located in the very desirable Harbison neighborhood of northwest Columbia, SC.
  • "We are excited to partner with LMS Harbison on our first joint venture acquisition, said Albert Lord III, CEO of Lexerd.

South State and CenterState Announce Board of Directors of Combined Company

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Monday, April 27, 2020
Columbia, South Carolina, Columbia, South Carolina metropolitan area, Board of directors, Business, Articles, Private law

"Both CenterState and South State are fortunate to be supported by very strong board members.

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  • "Both CenterState and South State are fortunate to be supported by very strong board members.
  • I am looking forward to working with a combined board of directors that brings diverse and valuable skill sets to the company.
  • We are blending a complementary culture and a team of directors with similar values and a shared vision for South State," said Hill.
  • South State Corporation is a financial services company headquartered in Columbia, South Carolina with approximately $16.6 billion in assets.

Columbia Bank Provides $50,000 To Key Organizations Tackling Affordable Housing During Warm Homes Grant Campaign

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Wednesday, January 22, 2020
Regions of the United States, Pacific Northwest, Capitals, Country subdivisions, Columbia, South Carolina, Columbia, South Carolina metropolitan area, WASHINGTON

TACOMA, Wash., Jan. 22, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Columbia Bank today announced that through its Warm Homes grant campaign, the bank is providing two one-time grants for $25,000 each to organizations in Idaho and Washington working toward affordable housing solutions.To date, Columbia has provided $250,000 through the Warm Homes campaign.

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  • TACOMA, Wash., Jan. 22, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Columbia Bank today announced that through its Warm Homes grant campaign, the bank is providing two one-time grants for $25,000 each to organizations in Idaho and Washington working toward affordable housing solutions.To date, Columbia has provided $250,000 through the Warm Homes campaign.
  • The bank'sWarm Homes program provides funding for current or new entrepreneurial transitional or permanent affordable housing solutions.
  • "Columbia Bank's Warm Homes campaign is providing us with an amazing gift to continue our mission today and into the future."
  • Headquartered in Tacoma, Washington, Columbia Banking System, Inc. is the holding company of Columbia Bank, a Washington state-chartered full-service commercial bank with locations throughout Washington, Oregon and Idaho.

MAXIMUS to Hire 780 in Blythewood for 2020 Census

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Thursday, January 16, 2020
Professional services, White House, Federal Government, Public policy, Government, Health, Human resources, General Health, Consulting, Fictional characters, Blythewood, South Carolina, Columbia, South Carolina metropolitan area, Maximus, BLYTHEWOOD, Temporary work, Marvel Comics characters, Kentucky

MAXIMUS, a leading provider of government services worldwide, announced today that it will hire seasonal employees to help support the 2020 Census.

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  • MAXIMUS, a leading provider of government services worldwide, announced today that it will hire seasonal employees to help support the 2020 Census.
  • In Blythewood, South Carolina, MAXIMUS plans to hire more than 780 employees for its contact center work over the next several months.
  • Every ten years, the U.S. Federal Government conducts a full census of every person in the country.
  • In Blythewood, MAXIMUS is offering a competitive hourly wage of $15.22 for each of the 780 employees hired.

GreenWise Market opens in Lexington, South Carolina

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Wednesday, December 4, 2019
Wine & Spirits, Tobacco, Supermarket, Specialty, Women, Food, Beverage, MEN, Cosmetics, Retail, Family, Consumer, Columbia, South Carolina metropolitan area, Publix, Regions of the United States, Lexington, South Carolina, Columbia, South Carolina, Lexington, Marketplace, Geography of the United States, Cities in the United States

Today, GreenWise Market opened a new store in Lexington, South Carolina, at 5336 Sunset Blvd.

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  • Today, GreenWise Market opened a new store in Lexington, South Carolina, at 5336 Sunset Blvd.
  • This is the fourth GreenWise Market to open and the second in South Carolina.
  • Our GreenWise Market team is very excited to bring this new shopping experience to Lexington and the greater Columbia community, said Publix President Kevin Murphy.
  • The company continues to look for additional GreenWise Market locations throughout its operating area.

IAA Marks New Lexington Facility with Grand Opening Event

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Thursday, September 19, 2019
Online Retail, Automotive, Retail, General Automotive, Specialty, Columbia, South Carolina metropolitan area, Lexington, South Carolina, Lexington, Illinois, Lexington, Conservation and restoration of vehicles, States of the United States, INDIANA

IAA, Inc. (NYSE: IAA), a leading global marketplace connecting vehicle buyers and sellers, celebrated the grand opening of its Lexington, S.C. facility.

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  • IAA, Inc. (NYSE: IAA), a leading global marketplace connecting vehicle buyers and sellers, celebrated the grand opening of its Lexington, S.C. facility.
  • IAA Lexington is the fourth branch in the state and will help accommodate increased customer capacity demands.
  • Honored guests President of the Lexington Chamber of Commerce Otis Rawl and staff from South Carolina Representative Joe Wilson attended the September 11 event.
  • In this release, such forward-looking statements include statements regarding the expected benefits the expansion will provide to the IAA Lexington (SC) branch and our customers.

American Land Holdings Announces Lot Sale for New Residential Development, the First on Lake Murray Waterfront in Over a Decade

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Friday, September 13, 2019
Construction & Property, Residential Building & Real Estate, Columbia, South Carolina metropolitan area, Lake Murray, Columbia, South Carolina, Palmetto, Lexington, South Carolina, Geography of the United States

American Land Holdings, a leading wholesale recreational waterfront development company, announced today the Lake Murray lot sale for the new residential development of Palmetto Pointe.

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  • American Land Holdings, a leading wholesale recreational waterfront development company, announced today the Lake Murray lot sale for the new residential development of Palmetto Pointe.
  • Palmetto Pointe is a 125-acre turnkey development in Saluda County, SC and is the states first new residential development on Lake Murray waterfront in over a decade.
  • Palmetto Pointe at Lake Murray is conveniently located between Charlotte, Lexington, Columbia, Augusta, Atlanta, Athens, Ft. Mill, and Greenville and is one of the largest undeveloped tracts of land remaining on the 50,000-acre lake.
  • Headquartered in Charlottesville, VA, American Land Holdings is a leading wholesale recreational waterfront developer specializing in acquiring waterfront land and developing high quality recreational properties throughout the Southeast.