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March 19, 2010

Darlington chamber announces Administrative Professionals Luncheon

DARLINGTON — The Greater Darlington Chamber of Commerce is having its Administrative Professionals Luncheon on April 21 at Darlington Country Club.

Goat management seminar planned in Florence

FLORENCE — Clemson University Cooperative Extension Service will conduct a one-day goat management seminar from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. May 7 at the Pee Dee Research and Education Center in Florence.


March 18, 2010

Florence 1’s Haynesworth earns degree
Florence 1’s Haynesworth earns degree

FLORENCE — Eyvette Haynesworth, data entry operator in Florence School District 1’s Office of Data Processing, recently earned a Bachelor of Science in business administration from Limestone College.

Consignment shop opens on Fifth Street
Consignment shop opens on Fifth Street

HARTSVILLE - Looking for a deal on nearly new clothing? Check out Hartsville’s newest consignment shop, Bloomingdeals, on Fifth Street beside Family Dollar that opened March 1.

Tickets on sale for Hospitality Association’s Trio Dinner fundraiser

MYRTLE BEACH - The Myrtle Beach Area Hospitality Association is hosting its fourth annual Trio Dinner 6:30 p.m. Monday, April 19, at the Sheraton Myrtle Beach Convention Center Hotel, the presenting sponsor.


March 17, 2010

Armstrong Wealth offers retirement planning workshop

FLORENCE — The Armstrong Wealth Management Group is sponsoring a workshop, “Not Running Out of Money During the Retirement Years,” at Florence Country Club. The workshop will be offered at 6:30 p.m. March 25 and at 9:30 a.m. March 27.

Caughman recognized for corn yields

BISHOPVILLE — Reggie Caughman of Sumter has been recognized by the S.C. Young Farmer and Agribusiness Association as the atate runner-up in irrigated corn production in 2009, according to John W. Parris, state director of public affairs with the organization.

South Carolina Chamber honors safety award winners

COLUMBIA – The South Carolina Chamber of Commerce honored almost 500 company locations during the 2009 Safety Awards luncheon March 16.


March 16, 2010

Lee County Young Farmer and Agribusiness Chapter recognized

BISHOPVILLE — The Lee County Young Farmer and Agribusiness Chapter took top honors as the Outstanding Chapter in the Pee Dee region for 2009 at a recent state conference of agriculturalists in Charleston.

Atkinson earns outstanding agribusiness award

BISHOPVILLE — The S.C. Young Farmer and Agribusiness Association recently recognized Michael Atkinson of Bishopville as proprietor of Outstanding Agribusiness in the Pee Dee.

Roberts named outstanding Pee Dee farmer

BISHOPVILLE — Lee County farmer George E. Roberts of Bishopville recently was named Outstanding Farmer in the Pee Dee region by the S.C. Young Farmer and Agribusiness Association.


March 12, 2010

SAFE project expanded to Pee Dee farmers

FLORENCE — Farm Service Agency State Executive Director Laurie C. Lawson announced the South Carolina State SAFE project has been expanded to include Clarendon, Darlington, Dillon, Florence, Lee, Marion, Marlboro and Williamsburg counties. Originally, SAFE was limited to Allendale, Bamberg and Barnwell counties.

Edward Jones adviser hosts estate planning seminar in Florence

FLORENCE — Edward Jones Financial Advisor Andy Edmunds of Florence is hosting a free 60-minute educational seminar, “Preparing Your Estate Plan,” next month. It will be at 6 p.m. April 5 at 3203 W. Palmetto St. Suite J. located in the Home Show Center.


March 11, 2010

United Way celebrates volunteer contributions
United Way celebrates volunteer contributions

The United Way of Horry County recognized the efforts of more than 200 of its volunteers during a luncheon Thursday at the Dunes Golf & Beach Club.

PDRTA, drivers earn transportation honors

FLORENCE — The S.C. Department of Transportation’s Division of Mass Transit announced winners from Pee Dee Regional Transportation Authority at this year’s Transportation Association of South Carolina meeting in Myrtle Beach on Feb. 6.

Retired judge Harwell joins Bell Legal Group
Retired judge Harwell joins Bell Legal Group

GEORGETOWN — Retired S.C. Supreme Court Chief Justice David Walker Harwell has joined Bell Legal Group (BLC) as a senior partner in its Georgetown office.


March 10, 2010

American College of Construction Lawyers inducts Elmore
American College of Construction Lawyers inducts Elmore

FLORENCE — Elmore & Wall co-founding shareholder L. Franklin”Frank” Elmore, a Florence native, of the firm’s Greenville office was inducted as a Fellow in The American College of Construction Lawyers at the college’s annual meeting in San Diego.

Darlington chamber to have ‘Lunch & Learn’ event

DARLINGTON — The Greater Darlington Chamber of Commerce is having a Lunch & Learn event April 8 in the chamber’s board room, 38 Public Square, Darlington.

Moore named Armstrong Wealth practice manager
Moore named Armstrong Wealth practice manager

FLORENCE — Leslie D. Moore has been named practice manager of the Armstrong Wealth Management Group. She will be responsible for managing the firm’s associates, human resources and accounts payable while maintaining her client service manager duties.


March 08, 2010

Florence realty office offers public Webinars

FLORENCE — The Florence EXIT Realty Office will host two public Webinars designed to help consumers buy or sell a home.

Segars, Lloyd join Coldwell Banker Commercial Seaboard Properties

FLORENCE — Kirk Segars and Melissa Lloyd have joined Coldwell Banker Commercial Seaboard Properties.

Coldwell Banker announces new staff members
Coldwell Banker announces new staff members

FLORENCE - Coldwell Banker announces two new staff members.


March 05, 2010

Sanders named Florence Presbyterian Community nursing director
Sanders named Florence Presbyterian Community nursing director

FLORENCE — Rhonda Sanders, a Mullins native, has been named nursing director for the Florence Presbyterian Community on West Lucas Street in Florence.

National Consumer Protection Week events encourage financial literacy

COLUMBIA—In an effort to encourage and increase financial literacy, the South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs (SCDCA) will sponsor a number of consumer activities and initiatives statewide.


March 04, 2010

Myrtle Beach Chamber to recognize Mercome as first “Business of Excellence”

MYRTLE BEACH – The Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce is honoring its first Business of Excellence, Mercom Corporation, an information technology business. Those wishing to learn more about Mercom and its award-winning business practices are invited to a complimentary breakfast starting at 8:30 a.m. Thursday, March 11, at the MBACC. The breakfast is open to the public, but registration is required. Register at MyrtleBeachAreaChamber.com.


March 03, 2010

Coastal Uncorked tickets go on sale

MYRTLE BEACH - Tickets for the inaugural Coastal Uncorked Food and Wine Festival are now on sale. Tickets are available for purchase online at CoastalUncorked.com or by emailing .

Northeastern Tech announces educators of the year
Northeastern Tech announces educators of the year

CHERAW — Three Northeastern Technical College employees were named winners of the S.C. Technical Education Association Educator of the Year Awards.

Marion Regional Healthcare System CEO earns recognition

MARION — Marion Regional Healthcare System CEO Don Lloyd will be recognized for being a pioneer of the REACH Stroke Network by Candy Carter, vice president of corporate relations of the Mid-Atlantic Affiliate of the American Heart Association and American Stroke Association on Thursday at Marion County Medical Center.

Seminar offered in Florence for condominium association leaders

FLORENCE — The S.C. Chapter of the Community Associations Institute (CAI) is holding an educational seminar for condominium association leaders. The half-day program, comprised of two session topics, will be from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. March 13 at the Realtors Association of Pee Dee, 1375 Celebration Blvd., Florence.


March 02, 2010

Curves of Hartsville hosts food drive for local families

Curves of Hartsville is encouraging women to show their philanthropic strength by participating in the annual Curves Food Drive during the month of March. Each year, Curves locations collectively donate millions of pounds of food to feed the hungry.

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