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Virtual Reality (VR) City Odyssey simulator open in the Northwoods Mall

July 2, 2017

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VR City Odyssey simulator near the Northwoods Mall food court. Such a fun new virtual reality simulator experience in North Charleston SC.

Welcome to VR City Zone!

The first VR Arcade to offer only VR experiences. Come immerse yourself in experiences ranging from extreme thrill rides, to flying through a futuristic city, to walking the plank on a high rise building, to just plain flying!

We bring the amusement park experience to your local mall. Book your time slots today! We also offer private hours for your special event such as corporate parties and birthdays!

Official VR Website

Why do we accept the love we think we deserve? – Relationship Column

July 2, 2017

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By Mark A. Leon

Do you want to be loved or do you want others around you to find happiness at your expense?
Do you want to settle or define of a life of happiness?

These are loaded questions filled with many options.

The pursuit of love is a passionate ride filled with bumps, obstacles and for some devastation. Too take another life and grant it permission to your heart, the most fragile thing in all existence is one so many of us are hesitant to do. You never want to willingly put yourself in a bad place and if you isolate yourself from emotional vulnerability, you won’t get hurt.

But if you do not live these moments, embrace the beauty in front of your eyes and realize that life is not about infinite happiness, but about individual moments that collectively make us infinite, then you are missing out.

What is it about our inalienable unconscious decision to settle that makes us so damn cliche in our pursuit of unhappiness and boredom that sets in and manifests itself into a slow journey to death?

Do we wake up one day and decide we no longer want to try?
Do we look in the mirror and realize this is the best we will ever be?
Do we accept that time is our deep rooted enemy and no matter how hard we try, they will win?
Do we just say, screw it. You like me, so why not.

We all deserve better
We all earned better

We are all kings and queens. That doesn’t stop when you turn six and start seeing the harsh realities of life. That little boy and girl on top of the snow hill with the whole world in front of them needs to be you, always.

Ask yourself this: What moments defined you?

Was it a song?
Was it an event?
Was it a movie?
Was it a kiss?
Was it a tragedy?
Was it a success?
Was it the first time you felt scared?
Was it a quiet moment alone in reflection?
Was it when you looked in her eyes?
Was it the first touch?
Was it a line in a book?

Think very hard and don’t just remember the moment; remember the feelings you had and the thoughts running through your head. You know what those thoughts were.

They were dreams, ambitions, ideas. All things that make us great. You wanted to run through the fields screaming in joy. You know this. You can feeling it all rushing back now.

Find that again.

Find the first record that made you cry and cry all over again
Find the first boy or girl that helped you discover love and thank them
Remember your greatest accomplishment and then make a list of five more better than that and achieve them
Make a better tomorrow for yourself
Find love; true love; great love; infinite love

That is when you will stop accepting the love you think you deserve and starting loving the way you are meant to.

An Independence Sunrise for the Ages – Folly Style

July 2, 2017

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By Mark A. Leon

This article will be short on words, because the images will speak for themselves. Charleston is known for memorable sunrises filled with rich color, texture and most of all, inspiration. They fill our skies throughout the Lowcountry with hope, faith and peace. This morning, Folly gave us an experience to remember; and on a weekend of celebration. Most sunrises are enchanting on Folly Beach, but there was something special about this one.

We will just let you witness these images and decide for yourself. These images were taken between 6:10 AM and 7:20 AM on July 3, 2016.

Sit back and relax and try and picture a cool morning breeze racing up against your face as the sun peaks out from the ocean and through a mix of peaceful clouds hovering above. Listen for the sounds of seagulls and crows making their presence known as they fly up above. Flags wave across the pier and all is calm except for the anticipation of a swarm of beach goers preparing for their journey to the soft sands of Folly.

Sunrise on Folly

Now go enjoy that Sunday mimosa.

Have a safe and memorable Independence Day.

Lowcountry

Charleston, SC based Timesheet Panda Announces Launch of New Site for Employee Management

June 30, 2017

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TimesheetPanda.com provides free online timesheet software for managing employee time and schedules

Charleston, SC – June 30, 2017 /MarketersMedia/ —

Efficient and accurate employee scheduling is an essential part of a company’s success in today’s extremely competitive environment. Unfortunately, many company HR departments struggle with this process week after week. Traditional, manual methods of scheduling multiple employees are no longer efficient and can be impacted significantly by human error.

In an effort to help reduce the occurrence of scheduling mistakes and issues, Timesheet Panda has launched a new website at www.timesheetpanda.com.

“Our new site is designed to help companies see how our services can help them save both time and money,” stated Timesheet Panda representative Tom Cross. “No longer do businesses and employees have to deal with trying to read sloppy handwriting or try to figure out if employees are engaging in “time stealing.” Our process helps to automate everything, allowing a company’s HR department to focus on more pressing tasks.”

Timesheet Panda is designed to handle an array of tasks when it comes to employee’s schedules and the scheduling process. This includes tracking employees from any smartphone, tablet or computer, to provide instant alerts for early departures or late starts and provide managers the authority to edit worker’s timesheets.

“We want to make the entire process of creating timesheets easier and more efficient,” continued Cross. “It allows our clients to easily and quickly create schedules for a month, week or day, customize a shift according to title, pay rate and location and enables employees to facilitate their own shift switches with other works.”

Simplifying the scheduling process allows companies to improve employee satisfaction and ensure fewer mistakes are made. The innovative software solutions offered by https://www.timesheetpanda.com/, the recently launched website of Timesheet Panda, provides superior solutions that many companies are searching for, reducing wasted time, mistakes and unhappy workers.

ABOUT TIMESHEET PANDA

Timesheet Panda, which is a company that has been providing affordable and advanced employee time management solutions for 20 years, has recently launched a website explaining the services offered and making the more accessible by local companies. Dedicated to customer satisfaction, the company is continually searching for new ways to enhance the services they offer while ensuring time management is a top priority. The staff is committed to offering the highest quality products and guarantee their clients the lowest prices in this industry today. The company loves to help their clients grow and achieve successes they only dreamed were possible.

Contact Info:
Name: Tom Cross
Organization: Timesheet Panda
Phone: (866) 549-3101

Source URL: http://marketersmedia.com/timesheet-panda-announces-launch-of-new-site-for-employee-management/212968

For more information, please visit https://www.timesheetpanda.com/features

Source: MarketersMedia

GALLERY: Life at the Charleston Area Beaches

June 30, 2017

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By Mark A. Leon

It is summer time in Charleston. A time for dancing, playing, drinking, laughing, eating or just plain laying out. One of our favorite summer activities is spending time at the beach. With a flurry of beach options, we have our many choices and favorites. We took some time to find some fun pictures shared on Instagram of people sharing their amazing beach experiences.

Enjoy these photographic stories about Life at the Beach in Charleston.

Sullivan’s Island – Instagram: Misstarabelle

Sullivan’s Island – Instagram: Sylviedoodlebug

Sullivan’s Island – Instagram: Ambermatlack

Sullivan’s Island – Instagram: Sylviaoakes

Sullivan’s Island – Instagram: Kelseyvancamp

Isle of Palms – Instagram: Susiebarrettart

Isle of Palms – Instagram: Nicoletmerrell

Isle of Palms – Instagram: Bowchickaspicegirlwow

Folly Beach – Instagram: Follybeachislandyoga

Folly Beach – Instagram: Jennjusticeosteen

Make sure you follow some of these great Instagram accounts.

Have a great summer and don’t forget to wear sunblock.

iModules Software Partners With Charleston Based Omatic Software for Data Integration

June 30, 2017

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LEAWOOD, KS AND CHARLESTON, SC (PRWEB)

iModules Software, the leader in constituent engagement management for educational institutions, and Omatic Software announced today the availability of an integrated solution with Raiser’s Edge®.

This integration combines online and offline data to drive marketing strategies that raise more money and build stronger relationships with supporters, all while maintaining high data quality.

“ImportOmatic is a great tool that really helps simplify our data imports,” said Joan Shofner, Executive Director of Advancement Services at University of Central Arkansas. “I’m excited about the Omatic and iModules partnership and the possibilities to come.”

“We are happy to be providing this solution for our clients who use Blackbaud Raiser’s Edge as their database of record,” said Fred Weiss, President and CEO of iModules. “This partnership will make it easier for those clients to achieve fundraising success.”

iModules Software’s online alumni engagement platform, Encompass, is a completely integrated communication and engagement solution built to help institutions strengthen relationships, increase engagement, foster loyalty, boost participation, and drive donations.

Omatic Software provides software and services to help nonprofits worldwide integrate, extend, and optimize their software and processes. By utilizing ImportOmatic, an advanced data synchronization solution for Blackbaud Raiser’s Edge, the data sync process is automated and standardized while preventing duplicate records.

“We are excited to further extend our portfolio of integrations with iModules,” said Kevin Kreamer, Director of Strategic Partnerships and Alliances at Omatic Software. “A number of mutual clients use ImportOmatic to move data from iModules into Raiser’s Edge and the enhancements we have made will make it even easier for our iModules users to implement, adopt, and benefit from the power of ImportOmatic to integrate these two solutions. This will have a positive impact on fundraising and stewardship efforts.”

About iModules
Build and sustain lifelong relationships with alumni and supporters through a platform for fundraising, communication, and engagement built by the educational advancement experts at iModules Software. More than 800 higher education institutions partner with iModules to drive larger gifts, increase event attendance and membership, and improve participation rates through data-driven, meaningful engagement. Learn more at imodules.com

About Omatic Software
Omatic Software is the global leader in extending, automating, and integrating Blackbaud technology. Founded in 2002, Omatic has been a Blackbaud Technology Partner since 2004. We have amassed an energetic team with more than 300 years of combined nonprofit experience and over 100 years of combined software development experience to support over 2,000 clients in 20 countries. Having paved the way for expanding and adding onto The Raiser’s Edge®, Omatic currently has over 50 solutions to help nonprofits boost their Blackbaud technology. Learn more at omaticsoftware.com

T Mobile US : Investing in New Charleston County Operation – 400 New Jobs

June 29, 2017

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COLUMBIA, S.C., June 28 — The South Carolina Department of Commerce issued the following news release:

T-Mobile US, one of the largest wireless service providers in the United States, is moving its existing customer care center in the Charleston area to a new, larger facility in North Charleston. The company is expected to invest more than $16.7 million in the new facility, creating 400 new jobs.

T-Mobile is redefining the way consumers and businesses buy wireless services through leading product and service innovation. With its advanced 4G LTE network, the company provides wireless service to 72.6 million customers across the nation through its T-Mobile and MetroPCS flagship brands. T-Mobile customer care centers, like the one in Charleston County, help address customer concerns while delivering world-class service.

T-Mobile expects to move 800 employees, who currently work at its Daniel Island location as customer service representatives, managers, supervisors and staff, to its new location in North Charleston, S.C.Expected to be operational during the first quarter of 2018, the new facility will allow the company to create 400 additional jobs. Hiring for the new positions is projected to begin in November 2017, and interested applicants should visit the company’s careers page for more information.

The Coordinating Council for Economic Development awarded a $250,000 Set Aside grant to Charleston County to assist with the costs of building upfit.

QUOTES

“T-Mobile is incredibly excited to open the doors of our new home in North Charleston – our latest and largest customer care center. We pride ourselves on being the best place to work, and this is going to be an amazing new workplace for our current and new Un-carrier experts dedicated to changing wireless for good.” -T-Mobile Customer Care Executive Vice President Callie Field

“The 400 jobs that this investment will create for South Carolinians clearly show T-Mobile’s commitment to our state and our people. We are grateful that this great company has decided to expand here and look forward to the future prosperity that we know will come from this great partnership.” -Gov. Henry McMaster

“We couldn’t be more excited to watch a national brand like T-Mobile USexpand its operations in the Palmetto State. T-Mobile’s presence shows the world that we are ready to do business on all levels and in all types of industries.” -Secretary of Commerce Bobby Hitt

“Congratulations to T-Mobile on their notable expansion to Charleston County. Repurposing vacant commercial space to a vibrant central hub with significant job numbers is a true economic development success story.” -Charleston County Council Chairman Victor Rawl

“We are happy to see T-Mobile’s commitment in the City of North Charleston. Not only will the company be creating jobs in our region, but T-Mobile will be repurposing a former big box, a creative and adaptive reuse of a formerly-dated structure in North Charleston. They will be a great corporate partner whose investment entails a wide-range of benefits to our community.” -City of North Charleston Mayor Keith Summey

“We have proven ourselves, locally and nationally, as a destination to call on for business growth. We stand eager to assist T-Mobile with their relocation and expansion needs, now and well into the future.” -Charleston County Economic Development Director Steve Dykes

FIVE FAST FACTS

* T-Mobile US is investing in new Charleston County operations.

* $16.7 million investment to create 400 new jobs, bringing total employment on-site to 1,200.

* T-Mobile US is one of the largest wireless providers in the U.S., delivering 4G LTE service to more than 72.6 million customers.

* The company’s new North Charleston customer service center is expected to be operational during the first quarter of 2018.

* Interested applicants should visit the company’s careers page for more information.

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Charleston Defense Contractors Association Announces Launch of 7th Annual Student Mobile App Competition

June 29, 2017

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CHARLESTON, S.C., June 29, 2017 /PRNewswire/ — The Charleston Defense Contractors Association (CDCA), a nonprofit focused on the preservation and growth of the defense and technology related industries in the Charleston and Lowcountry regions, today announced that it is now accepting submissions for its 7^th Annual Student Mobile App Competition. The contest is open to middle school to college students throughout the Southeast. A recent economic report from Darla Moore School of Business at University of South Carolina (USC) revealed that Charleston is one of the leading defense and technology hubs in the U.S., contributing $10.6 billion to the overall $24.1 billion annual economic impact for South Carolina.

Mobile App Competition winners are announced during the CDCA Defense Summit (Formerly C5ISR Summit). This year’s annual event is scheduled for Dec. 5-8, 2017 in Charleston, SC. The conference brings together more than 1,500 industry leaders in technology, defense, health care and other organizations focused on driving innovation in the defense industry. The event connects app competitors to companies participating in the Summit. In turn, past winners have received scholarships and job offers from their exposure to potential employers.

“The contest was a great experience for me,” said last year’s winner, DeJean Dunbar of Charleston Southern University. “By participating I acquired valuable skills in building an app to solve a business challenge from the ground up. I also received insights into what companies are looking for in future employees. As a result of this contest, I found a passion for technology, my future career path and job interviews.”

WHAT:	CDCA’s 7^th Annual Student Mobile App Competition

	Judging criteria reviews the scope of problem addressed by the application, ease-of-use, and positive user experience. Applicants are encouraged to make applications intuitive. Additional materials may be submitted to explain the application’s use. Judges’ decisions are final.

WHEN:	Oct 27, 2017: Deadline for Letter of Intent
	Online submissions can be submitted on the CDCA website HERE.
	Nov 15, 2017, 11:59pm EST: Deadline for submitting the app and any supporting materials
	Dec 6, 2017: Winners announced at the CDCA Defense Summit

WHERE:	For more information email: AppChallenge@charlestondca.org

WHO:	The competition is open to individuals or teams of Middle, High School, and full-time, undergraduate and graduate college students.

RULES & REGULATIONS: Full list of terms and conditions can be found here.

About Charleston Defense Contractors Association

Charleston Defense Contractors Association (CDCA) is an association of organizations and individual professionals dedicated to preserving, highlighting and continuing to grow the defense industry and its affiliated-organizations in Charleston, South Carolina, and its immediate surrounding region. Since its inception in December 2002, the CDCA has worked to address issues facing the continually changing landscape that is Charleston’s defense industry presence and ensure that it continues to be a thriving, sustained business opportunity in Charleston, South Carolina. For further information, visit us at http://www.charlestondca.org/.

SOURCE Charleston Defense Contractors Association

Samsung investing $380M in South Carolina, creating 950 jobs

June 28, 2017

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COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Samsung is investing $380 million in South Carolina to manufacture home appliances, creating an estimated 950 jobs over the next three years, state and company officials announced Wednesday.

The South Korean-based company is opening a “state-of-the-art” facility in the former Caterpillar plant in Newberry. Production is expected to start early next year. “Premium home appliances” made at the plant will include washing machines and will be sold primarily in the United States, the company said in a news release.

The announcement came hours after new South Korean President Moon Jae-in left for the United States for meetings with President Donald Trump. Samsung Electronics CEO B.K. Yoon signed the company’s plans Wednesday morning in Washington with Gov. Henry McMaster.

A celebratory event was to be held in Newberry later Wednesday.

Company officials began considering expanding its U.S. production nearly three years ago and launched talks with South Carolina officials last fall, the company said.

Samsung already operates a call center employing 800 people in Greenville County, about 50 miles (80 kilometers) away.

Rural Newberry County is home to fewer than 40,000 people. Caterpillar announced in April 2016 it was closing its 325-employee electric generator packaging facility in Newberry to consolidate production in other states. At the time, it was one of Newberry County’s largest employers and taxpayers.

Samsung’s decision “is one that will change the very fabric of the Newberry community,” McMaster said. “Samsung will now be an important partner in ushering in an unprecedented period of economic growth and prosperity in our state.”

The board of Santee Cooper, South Carolina’s state-owned utility, approved a $2.75 million grant for Samsung on Monday, said spokeswoman Mollie Gore. The plant will be powered by Newberry Electric Cooperative, which gets its power from Santee Cooper.

Other incentives offered by South Carolina are not public information until an agreement with Samsung is completed and signed, which can take up to a year, according to the state Commerce Department.

The high-tech plant will employ engineers and a variety of technical and non-technical workers, the company said.

It’s the second large economic development announcement for South Carolina this week.

On Monday, BMW announced plans to invest an additional $600 million in an expansion, creating 1,000 new jobs over the next four years. The German automaker has already invested $8 billion in South Carolina since deciding to locate in Spartanburg County 25 years ago.

Last week, Siemens Corp. announced it was providing the University of South Carolina with an estimated $628 million worth of computers, robotics and unlimited licensing on the latest software to give students hands-on training for today’s high-tech manufacturing jobs. Part of the in-kind grant will create a “digital factory innovation lab” at the university.

Samsung said the company’s reasons for choosing South Carolina included its trained workforce, the state’s long record of recruiting and retaining other international companies, and access to the Charleston port.

*Provided by Associated Press

BMW announces $600M expansion creating 1000 new jobs in South Carolina

June 27, 2017

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BMW said Monday it will invest an additional $600 million to expand its South Carolina plant, creating 1,000 new jobs over the next four years.

CEO Harald Krueger’s announcement coincided with the German automaker’s celebration of 25 years of manufacturing in the state. BMW, which has already invested $8 billion in South Carolina, also unveiled its 2018 BMW X3, a compact sports vehicle expected to be available in November. It will be built at the plant in Greer alongside the BMW X4, X5 and X6.

The expansion will boost its workforce to more than 10,000 people. BMW will separately invest $200 million over five years on workforce training, Krueger said. The company touts the South Carolina plant as its largest worldwide, producing more than 411,000 X models last year. About 70 percent of BMWs made there are exported to more than 140 countries.

Last year, the plant reached a milestone with its 2 millionth exported BMW. The overwhelming majority of its exports leave through the Charleston port.

“BMW is the company that, in many ways, put South Carolina on the map when its leadership decided to build its first North American manufacturing facility” in the state a quarter century ago, said Gov. Henry McMaster. Others in attendance Monday included U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham and U.S. Rep. Joe Wilson of South Carolina.

BMW announced plans for a South Carolina plant in June 1992. Production at the plant off Interstate 85 between Atlanta and Charlotte, North Carolina, began two years later.

Krueger called the decision a “success story” arising from a strong relationship with the people and elected officials of South Carolina. “Our relationship with South Carolina has been built upon decades of professionalism, mutual trust and respect – and goes far beyond just building great cars,” he said.

Winning BMW took South Carolina officials several years, numerous trips to Europe and promises of free land, tax breaks and employee training. Officials say the success of that investment is evident.

Suppliers and other vehicle manufacturers have followed BMW to the state in the ensuing decades.

According to the state Commerce Department, South Carolina is now home to nearly 400 companies in the automotive industry, employing 66,000 people. Since 2011, five international tire companies also have announced new plants or expansions in the state, which ranks first nationwide in tire exports.

Mercedes-Benz Vans broke ground last July on a $500 million assembly plant to build Sprinter vans in Ladson, about 20 miles (32 kilometers) northwest of Charleston. For the past decade, the company has put Sprinter vans made in Germany back together at an existing plant next to the site.

And Volvo Cars is building its first North American plant, a $500 million investment, in South Carolina’s Berkeley County.

Provided by Seanna Adcox – Associated Press