Chernoff Newman restructures with new leadership

One of the state’s long-serving marketing and public relations firms has changed its executive leadership team and restructured the business after attracting investment. The company, which is headquartered in South Carolina, has offices in Columbia, Charleston, Charlotte and Orlando, Fla.

Belk enters restructuring agreement

Under the agreement, to be completed through an expedited reorganization under Chapter 11 of the U.S. Bankruptcy Code, Sycamore Partners will retain majority control of the Charlotte-based department store. 

New Richland business owners can apply for licenses online

First-time applicants for Richland County business licenses can now apply for those licenses online. Previously, initial applications had to be made in person, but county offices remain closed because of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Furman launches new fund to support athletics

The Furman University Office of Development and athletics program are launching the Furman Athletics Fund to replace its existing Paladin Club. The university said the change is designed to broaden donor recognition and enhance financial support for the school’s athletics programs.

Leadership Columbia's 2021 project to benefit area fathers

The leadership development program’s 2021 class project will create a community center at Columbia-based Midlands Fatherhood Coalition, which provides education, coaching and other services to fathers in 16 counties. 

Upstate counties count most COVID deaths during surge

Two Upstate counties counted the highest number of overall COVID-19 deaths in the state, while Pickens County had the most cases since March 2020, according to a recent report. Prisma Health is stepping in to open hospital beds with regional response units.

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