Saint Leo University Offers Free English Workshops Beginning Feb. 1
Series Will Help Participants Improve Their Writing Skills, Prepare for Tests and CareersWritten communication is key to understanding, learning, and succeeding in today’s fast-paced world. To assist in building these fundamental skills, Saint Leo University is offering a free, five-week, drop-in English writing workshop, which will begin Monday, February 1. The workshop will take place at 7:30 p.m. (EST) February 1, 8, 15, and 22, and March 1, via Zoom.These sessions are designed to help anyone who is
Saint Leo University to host training camp for the Toronto Raptors
Canada-based NBA team starts out 2020-21 season in Tampa Bay area ST. LEO, FL – Saint Leo University is excited to announce the Toronto Raptors will use the university's Marion Bowman Activities Center as the site of their 2020-21 pre-season training camp. The Bowman Center, the permanent home of the Saint Leo Lions NCAA Division II basketball teams, has been unable to welcome many outside visitors since COVID-19 precautions forced a postponement of competitive college play. The Raptors are not able
Local CEO Honored With International Management Award
North Charleston, SC – Palmetto Goodwill President & CEO Robert Smith has been honored with the 2020 Kenneth K. King Outstanding Management Award for Executive Excellence, the most prestigious leadership award presented by Goodwill Industries International (GII). Smith has worked at Goodwill for the past 38 years. He started his career as a truck driver picking up donations. He has since worked in numerous positions within Goodwill, gaining a wholistic perspective of operations, before becoming CEO in
Berkeley Chamber Hosts Webinar With Berkeley County School District Leaders
(Berkeley County, SC) - The Berkeley Chamber of Commerce is hosting a webinar on Tuesday, November 17th at 1:30 p.m. with Dr. Eddie Ingram, Superintendent of Berkeley County School District, along with members of his cabinet to include: Deon Jackson, Chief Administrative Officer of Pupil Services; Katie Orvin Tanner, Public Information Officer; and Dr. Kelly Wulf, Chief Academic and Innovation Officer. In March, schools across the nation closed to curb the spread of the novel coronavirus. The quick shift
The Berkeley Chamber Kicks Off Their Buy Local/Support Local Campaign
(BERKELEY COUNTY, SC) — Over the next several weeks the Berkeley Chamber will be promoting the importance of Buying and Supporting Local Business. The Chamber will be featuring Chamber member business discounts and specials on their Shop Small/Buy Local Web Page (https://berkeleysc.org/buy-local/) for the holiday shopping season and Small Business Saturday – November 28th. The goal is to emphasize the importance of buying local and the positive economic impact it has on both residents and
Home Telecom Retail Service Center Opens in Nexton with Virtual Ribbon-Cutting
MONCKS CORNER, SC October 12, 2020 — It may not be the traditional Grand Opening with food trucks, giveaways, and open house tours, but the times themselves are far from traditional. Thanks to virtual technology however, Home Telecom officially opens their new Nexton Retail Office today, Monday, October 12, with a virtual ribbon-cutting by Home Telecom leaders, employees and Nexton representatives. The official grand opening of the 20,000 square foot Home Telecom Technology Center has been delayed due to
SUMMERVILLE MEDICAL CENTER WELCOMES UROGYNECOLOGIST TANYA HOKE, MD AND ANNOUNCES GROUNDBREAKING OF
Expanding Urogynecology Care for Lowcountry Women Summerville, SC (September 25, 2020) – Summerville Medical Center is continuing to invest in expanding its women’s services program to meet the growing need for more specialized care by the Lowcountry community. The hospital is thrilled to announce an expansion of the hospital’s urogynecology program that focuses on female pelvic health medicine and reconstructive surgery. Summerville Medical Center is honored to welcome urogynecologist Tanya Hoke,
Trident Health Launches Insurance Hotline, (833) 867-8771
TRIDENT HEALTH LAUNCHES INSURANCE HOTLINE The Free Service is Available at (833) 867-8771 Charleston, SC (September 4, 2020) – As a member of the HCA Healthcare family, Trident Health is now offering a free service to help individuals who may have lost their health insurance coverage as a result of the economic impact caused by COVID-19. “Just as we set up a COVID-19 hotline at the start of the crisis, we want to make sure we’re there to help our community as we move forward,” said Todd Gallati,
STATE FARM® AGENT TONY POPE NAMED TO CHAIRMAN’S CIRCLE FOR THE SIXTEENTH YEAR
(Summerville, SC) October 1, 2020 – State Farm® Agent, and Summerville resident, Tony Pope has received the company’s prestigious Chairman’s Circle award for his Summerville office. In addition to recognizing an agent’s outstanding sales ability, this top award honors agents who align their business with the long-term direction of the company and who act as advocates for their customers. Only a select few agents within State Farm receive this honor annually as there are strict qualifying criteria and
Saint Leo University Named as Best Value in South for 2021 by U.S. News & World
Earns High Rankings for Best Regional University, Best for Veterans, Campus Ethnic Diversity ST. LEO, FL – Saint Leo University (www.saintleo.edu) was ranked as one of the best values in higher education and one of the best regional universities in the South in 2021 U.S. News & World Report’s Best Colleges rankings, which was released September 14. The university moved up to fourth place from last year’s fifth place among Best Value Schools in the South. And among the Best Regional Universities in the
Tidal Wave Auto Spa 12th Annual Charity Day
Giving back to the communities we call home is a core value for Tidal Wave Auto Spa. Our 12th Annual Charity Day will be held Friday, September 18, 2020. Tidal Wave Auto Spa of Moncks Corner is partnering with the Miracle League. The Miracle League removes the barriers that keep children with mental and physical disabilities off the baseball field and lets them experience the joy of America’s favorite pastime. Since the main barriers for these adults arise from the natural grass fields used in conventional
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Home Telecom Offers Affordable Home Internet Access to Qualifying Lowcountry Families & Students
MONCKS CORNER, SC September 3, 2020 – Home Telecom is offering affordable home internet access to families with school-aged children throughout the Lowcountry who are facing financial hardship and meet the eligibility requirements. The Community Connect program first launched in 2011, offers families with students kindergarten through 12th grade living in the home, high speed internet service for just $9.95 per month. The service includes MyWiFi unlimited internet access, eight email addresses, 24/7
HCA HEALTHCARE NAMED A BEST EMPLOYER FOR VETERANS BY MILITARY TIMES
NASHVILLE, Tenn., September 1, 2020 – HCA Healthcare (NYSE: HCA), one of the nation’s leading healthcare providers, today announced that it has been recognized by Military Times as one of the country's best employers based on the organization’s military-connected employment programs, benefits and support efforts. Since 2012, HCA Healthcare has hired more than 39,000 veterans, active-duty personnel and military spouses. “HCA Healthcare has a strong and longstanding connection to the U.S. armed forces,
LGC Moving to Trident Tech Thornley Campus
As the center of gravity – and employment in particular – moves north up the I-26 corridor in the Lowcountry, so does the Lowcountry Graduate Center (LGC). This summer, the LGC will move its operations to Trident Technical College’s Thornley Campus on Rivers Avenue in North Charleston. Now more convenient than ever, and with extended hours for programs and services, the Lowcountry Graduate Center is even better positioned to provide graduate education. Working professionals throughout the Lowcountry can
BAYER HERITAGE OPENS NEW LOCATION AT NEXTON IN SUMMERVILLE
Summerville, sc July 27, 2020: Bayer Heritage Federal Credit Union opened their newest branch office located at 343 Brighton Park Blvd in Summerville, SC 29486 on Monday, July 27, 2020 at 9:00am. Our members have made it possible for us to expand and offer a brand new, modern banking experience to the tri-county area. We are incredibly thrilled to open this new location in the beautiful Nexton community. Founded in 1957, Bayer Heritage Federal Credit Union is an award winning and full-service financial
Berkeley Community Cares was a Huge Success
(BERKELEY COUNTY, SC) —The Berkeley Chamber of Commerce through its new program – Berkeley Community Cares (BCC) held its first food distribution on July 21st in Cainhoy. Over 240 boxes of food were distributed in the Cainhoy community. Representatives and volunteers from the Berkeley Chamber of Commerce, Lowcountry Food Bank, Berkeley Community Mental Health Center, Grace Impact Development Center, Ernest Kennedy Center, Berkeley County School District, and Berkeley County Sheriff’s Office were on hand to
TRIDENT MEDICAL CENTER NAMED ONE OF AMERICA’S 50 BEST HOSPITALS FOR VASCULAR SURGERY
Charleston, SC (June 3, 2020) – Trident Medical Center is one of America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Vascular Surgery according to a national study by Healthgrades, the leading online resource for information about physicians and hospitals. Every year, Healthgrades evaluates hospital performance at nearly 4,500 hospitals nationwide for 32 of the most common inpatient procedures and conditions using Medicare data, and outcomes in appendectomy and bariatric surgery using all-payer data provided by 15
Berkeley County Schools and Google Team Up to Launch Rolling Hotspots to Support Virtual Learning
Google’s Hotspots Help Close Digital Divide in Response to COVID-19 Distance Learning As Berkeley County schools enter their second month of distance learning, Google’s Rolling Study Halls program has transformed into Rolling Hotspots, bringing reliable Wi-Fi access to rural communities. Through the partnership between the Berkeley County School District (BCSD) and Google South Carolina, 30 BCSD school buses will be outfitted with Wi-Fi capabilities, ensuring students and families will have free
Berkeley Food Bank Receives Donation as Part of Farm Bureau Insurance Statewide Initiative
Ladson, S.C. – Farm Bureau Insurance agents in Ladson presented a check totaling $2,000 to the Helping Hands of Goose Creek to help meet the increased demand for assistance due to the COVID-19 crisis. The pantry is located at 104B Commerce Place. Agency Manager Robert Bozard and Agent Scott Perrine presented the food bank donation to Jennifer Jones (Ex. Director). Mike Roys(Warehouse Manager), and Mary Van Scoy(Intake Coordinator) with Helping Hands of Goose Creek. “These Local Heroes at HH of Goose
TRIDENT MEDICAL CENTER EARNS THIRD CONSECUTIVE ‘A’ FOR PATIENT SAFETY FOR THE SPRING 2020 LEAPFROG
North Charleston, SC (April 30, 2020) – Today, Trident Medical Center was awarded an ‘A’ from The Leapfrog Group’s Spring 2020 Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade. It is the hospital’s third consecutive ‘A’. The designation recognizes Trident Medical Center’s efforts in protecting patients from harm and providing safer health care. The Leapfrog Group is a national nonprofit organization committed to improving health care quality and safety for consumers and purchasers. The Safety Grade assigns an ‘A’, ‘B’,
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Summerville Medical Center Welcomes Jeff Taylor as New Chief Executive Officer
Summerville, SC (February 17, 2020) – Today Summerville Medical Center welcomes Jeff Taylor as the hospital’s new Chief Executive Officer. Jeff has been an executive with HCA Healthcare for the past 9 years, he was most recently the Chief Operating Officer at HCA Healthcare’s Menorah Medical Center in Overland Park, KS. Prior to that position, he was the Chief Operating Officer at Belton Regional Medical Center in Belton, MO. “We are thrilled to welcome Jeff to the Lowcountry and the Summerville
Saint Leo University Opens New Charleston Center in Nexton Community
New Location to Offer More Student Resources, Programs in Summerville SUMMERVILLE – Saint Leo University will begin classes Monday, March 9, at its newest location in the master-planned Nexton community. Located in the Offices of Nexton building, 201 Sigma Drive, Suite 200, Summerville, SC 29485, Saint Leo University’s new Charleston Education Center will serve the tri-county area of Charleston, Dorchester, and Berkeley counties. “Saint Leo is excited to move to this beautiful new location, which will
Berkeley Chamber Collaborates with League of Women Voters of the Charleston Area
Increase Voter Participation through More Informed Voters(Berkeley County, SC) The Berkeley Chamber of Commerce is collaborating with the League of Women Voters of the Charleston Area to increase voter participation and political responsibility, through the ability to have easy access to information on candidates and voter information. The Berkeley Chamber’s web page, www.berkeleysc.org will feature the League’s widget VOTE 411; before every election, VOTE411 offers a voter’s guide to candidates on the
TRIDENT MEDICAL CENTER CUTS RIBBON TO CELEBRATE COMPLETION OF $15 MILLION CARDIAC EXPANSION
Project Expands Access to Critical Heart Services Charleston, SC (February 11, 2020) – Trident Medical Center celebrated the completion of a $15 million cardiac care expansion with a ribbon cutting. Cardiologist Frederick Funke, MD, who is the hospital’s medical director of cardiology said, “The expansion provides more access to cardiac services that are critical in the fight against heart disease.” Key components of the expansion include:16-bed Cardiac Procedure Recovery UnitNew Cath LabNew
2020 Economic Forecast Presentations
Did you miss out on attending our 2020 Economic Forecast? Take a look at what our presenters had to share. Rock and Roll Economy by Frank RainwaterThe 2020 Economy by Bruce Yandle
Staybridge Suites Charleston-Summerville Opening Press Release
SUMMERVILLE, SOUTH CAROLINA 1/13/20 – Jai Ambee II LLC announces the opening of the brand new 100-room Staybridge Suites® www.staybridge.com/summervillensc in Summerville SC. The hotel is a prime location, right off of I-26, near many restaurants, shopping, the hip new Nexton development, and a short drive to area business parks, such as Palmetto Commerce Parkway and Bushy Park, prominent businesses, such as Volvo, Mercedes-Benz & Boeing. We are centrally located near downtown Summerville, Jedburg,
MONCKS CORNER MEDICAL CENTER ADDS 3D MAMMOGRAPHY TO IMAGING SERVICES
Facility to Hold Community Meet-and-Greet Event for Breast Surgeon Dr. Autumn Shobe Charleston, SC (January 6, 2020) –For women in the Moncks Corner region access to 3D mammography is now easier with the addition of the often life-saving diagnostic technology at Moncks Corner Medical Center. Board-certified breast surgeon Dr. Autumn Shobe with Breast Surgery Specialists, says 3D mammography makes it easier for doctors to catch breast cancer early. “Early detection is the key in every cancer, especially
Summerville Medical Center Names Sonia Baughman New Chief Financial Officer
Charleston, SC (November 21, 2019) – Summerville Medical Center is pleased to welcome Sonia Baughman in the new role of Chief Financial Officer for the hospital. Her first day at Summerville Medical Center is Monday, December 16th. Todd Gallati, President and CEO of Trident Health, commented, “Over the past several years, Summerville Medical Center has grown to become a complex multi-specialty hospital with one of the busiest ERs in the Lowcountry. As the hospital continues to thrive and expand, they need a
Trident Medical Center Named National Case Observation Site for Minimally Invasive Robotic-Assisted
Program Led by Robotic Surgery Pioneer Cesar Santiago, MD, FACS, FASCRS Charleston, SC (November 25, 2019) –Trident Medical Center has been designated a national Case Observation Site for minimally invasive robotic-assisted colorectal surgery. The program is led by board-certified and Fellowship-trained robotic surgery pioneer Cesar Santiago, MD, FACS, FASCRS, Tri-County Surgical Associates. Dr. Santiago has also earned designation as an Epicenter for minimally invasive robotic-assisted surgery. He is the
Berkeley Chamber Rural Initiative Distributes Chrome Books
On Tuesday, November 12th the Berkeley Career Express program distributed chrome books to four rural areas in Berkeley County. Berkeley Career Express offered Digital Literacy and Career Ready Workshops, ACT Soft Skills Courses and Adult Basic Education/General Education Development (GED) classes in rural areas. To assist with the continued learning in the rural areas 25 chrome books were donated to Alvin, St. Stephen, Cross and Wassamassaw communities. The Berkeley Career Express partnership consists
Chamber Recognizes Business Members
Congratulations to our Chamber business members who have successfully sustained for over 5, 10, 25, 50 and 100 years. The Chamber proudly recognizes our businesses, which play an integral part in promoting the superb quality of life for which Berkeley County is known.M&M Staffing Founding Date: 2007 Nucor Berkeley Founding Date: 1995 Republic Services Founding Date: 2000 GEL Engineering, LLC Founding Date: 1981 Landmark Construction Company Founding Date: 1965 Santee Cooper Founding
Berkeley County Sales Tax Referendum – Where are we now?
(Berkeley County, SC) – The Berkeley Chamber of Commerce has coordinated two successful referendums with Berkeley County residents approving a One-Cent Sales Tax. We are now approaching the end of the 2014 Referendum and there has been a great deal of discussion on our state infrastructure. With the projected future growth and the gas tax increase, we must stay proactive on what to expect for our infrastructure. The Berkeley Chamber will be hosting an update on the One-Cent Sales Tax roads and what this
BP Energy Outlook 2019
The 2019 edition of BP’s Energy Outlook, published today, explores the key uncertainties that could impact the shape of global energy markets out to 2040. The greatest uncertainties over this period involve the need for more energy to support continued global economic growth and rising prosperity, together with the need for a more rapid transition to a lower-carbon future. These scenarios highlight the dual challenge that the world is facing. The Outlook also considers a number of other issues including the