Posts by Phoebe Howie
District 5 Foundation names 2 new Board Members
September 6, 2024
The District 5 Foundation is excited to announce that Michelle Fabrizio and Lollie Haselden have joined the Board of Directors. Both Michelle and Lollie bring with them a deep commitment…
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East Coast Warehouse & Distribution selects Charleston County to establish first South Carolina operation
September 6, 2024
$14.5 million investment will create 52 new jobs East Coast Warehouse & Distribution selects Charleston County to establish the company’s first South Carolina operation. The company’s $14.5 million investment will…
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Cayce Mayor Elise Partin honored with Best Public Official award
September 6, 2024
On Tuesday, September 3 at the City of Cayce Council meeting, Cayce Mayor Elise Partin was recognized as the Best Public Official in Lexington, SC. Partin is the longest serving…
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Palmetto Park Jam featuring Idlewild Revival set for Oct. 13
September 5, 2024
Palmetto Park Jam is back this fall with the sounds of the Allman Brothers! This live music event at Mount Pleasant Palmetto Islands County Park on Sunday, October 13 will…
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Charleston Parks Conservancy surpasses $125,000 fundraising goal for Colonial Lake
September 5, 2024
Accelerating Project Completion and Ushering in a New Era of Community Partnership The Charleston Parks Conservancy has announced a significant milestone in its efforts to revitalize Colonial Lake, surpassing its…
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South Carolina ETV and Public Radio nominated for 17 Public Media Awards
September 5, 2024
South Carolina ETV and Public Radio (SCETV) announced the network’s nomination for 17 nominations across 14 different categories for the Public Media Awards presented by the National Educational Telecommunications Association (NETA).…
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Three Upstate women named Women of Distinction by Girl Scouts of South Carolina – Mountains to Midlands
September 5, 2024
Girl Scouts of South Carolina – Mountains to Midlands will honor three Upstate women at its Annual Women of Distinction: Boots and Pearls Awards Dinner on Thursday, October 17, 2024,…
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“Artists Teaching: Teaching Artists,” exhibitions highlight the work of artists and educators
September 4, 2024
The Department of Art Faculty Exhibition, “Artists Teaching: Teaching Artists,” showcases the artwork of Clemson University’s artist-educators, symbolically connecting faculty research and experiences that explore elements of place, media, technology,…
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Community Development Committee highlights
September 4, 2024
The City of Columbia’s Community Development Committee met on Tuesday, September 3, 2024 to discuss several items involving programs and activities that directly affect our communities in the City of…
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Growing again: Seed Sanctuary launching in time for cooler weather
September 4, 2024
The Richland Soil and Water Conservation District (RSWCD) has opened its Seed Sanctuary in time for the fall season. This means County residents can again obtain up to four free…
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Disability Rights South Carolina receives $30,000 grant from the SC Bar Foundation to increase services
September 4, 2024
Disability Rights South Carolina, the nonprofit, federally mandated, and state designated Protection and Advocacy System serving people with disabilities, has received a $30,000 grant from the South Carolina Bar Foundation.…
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Richland Two School Board unanimously votes to extend superintendent’s contract
September 4, 2024
The Richland School District Two Board of Trustees conducted the annual superintendent’s performance evaluation for Dr. Kim D. Moore during regularly scheduled board meetings on Tuesday, July 9, 2024, and…
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VentureSouth announces promotion of Alex Biermann to Principal
September 4, 2024
VentureSouth, one of the largest angel investment groups in the country, announced that Alex Biermann has been promoted to Principal. Alex joined VentureSouth in 2021 as Portfolio Manager. In that role,…
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Lexington Two Middle School Teacher one of 10 in nation awarded Javits-Frasier Scholarship
September 4, 2024
A Lexington Two middle school teacher is one of just 10 educators nationwide to be selected as a recipient of the Javits-Frasier Scholarship, presented by the National Association for Gifted…
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Clayton Construction Company announces new headquarters in downtown Spartanburg, strengthening local presence
September 4, 2024
Clayton Construction Company, Inc., a leading commercial general contractor based in the Upstate of South Carolina, has announced that they will move their corporate headquarters to 316 West Main Street…
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Columbia College & Newberry College partner to co-host South Carolina Teaching Fellows program
September 4, 2024
Columbia College and Newberry College have been selected as co-hosts for the South Carolina Teaching Fellows program, with the first cohort opening in fall 2025. The fellowship, administered by the…
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City Council highlights | September 3, 2024
September 4, 2024
To begin the City Council meeting, Mayor Daniel J. Rickenmann and City Council approved the honorary naming of the intersection of the 1200 block of Blanding Street and the 1600…
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SCRA announces new Member Companies and grant funding
September 4, 2024
NovaVia Spine and Biologics, Tax Titans, and Terratory were accepted as South Carolina Research Authority Member Companies. Dealerverse, Notey, and Querri received new grant funding. All SCRA Member Companies receive…
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Winning S.C. play comes to Harbison Theatre
September 3, 2024
“Let It Grow,” a new play by Chad Henderson and the winner of the 2024 Jasper Project Play Right Series, will be showcased in a staged reading at Harbison Theatre…
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Pair of CCSD teachers win PSTA Classroom Grants
September 3, 2024
Charleston County School District teachers Jacqueline Clarke and Katharine Johnson have been selected as recipients of the 2024 Palmetto State Teachers Association Classroom Grant. This is the third year of…
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USC research funding jumps double digits
September 3, 2024
University attracts $309 million in sponsored awards, powering innovation and impact The University of South Carolina reached a new research milestone in fiscal year 2024, attracting $309 million in sponsored…
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More Charleston families “Go Public:” CCSD student enrollment increases
September 3, 2024
West Ashley High School enrollment over 2,000 for first time since 2006 school year Charleston County School District (CCSD) has seen an increase in the enrollment of students at the start…
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Charleston Jazz to receive $15K National Endowment for the Arts Grant
September 3, 2024
Charleston Jazz announced it has been approved by the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) for a Grants for Arts Projects award in the amount of $15,000. This grant will…
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Greenville Chamber announces staff promotions
September 3, 2024
The Greenville Chamber announced the promotion of three team members to key leadership roles. Megan Campbell has been promoted to Vice President, Marketing and Communications; Dr. Cheryl Garrison to Vice…
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Historic Columbia announces September 2024 events
September 3, 2024
Historic Columbia announced programming and events for September 2024. See the full list of September events below and be sure to leave room in your calendar to experience all Historic…
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State organization recognizes two emerging leaders in the district
August 30, 2024
Compellingly leading the way, two employees in Richland Two are on an elite list of educators in the Emerging Leaders Class of 2024-2025. The South Carolina ASCD recently announced that…
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Polo Road Elementary continues to gain recognition for developing future leaders
August 30, 2024
Polo Road Elementary School continues to make high marks in developing future leaders. For the third year in a row, the school has earned National Beta School of Merit status.…
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New National certification for Richland Two Magnet Programs
August 30, 2024
Four magnet programs in Richland School District Two are continuing to earn top honors from Magnet Schools of America (MSA). The Montessori Magnet at Pontiac Elementary School, Forest Lake Elementary…
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SC Women in Leadership announces the Honorable Nancy Gutierrez as 2024 Rising Star
August 30, 2024
Annual Leading Women Dinner Honors Women Who Have Blazed Trails in Civic Leadership SC Women in Leadership (SC WIL) announced the Honorable Nancy Gutierrez, City of Hardeeville Municipal Judge, as…
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Charleston Southern sees record enrollment in its 60-year history
August 29, 2024
Southern University welcomed its largest incoming freshman class ever this fall. In its 60th anniversary year, Charleston Southern also celebrates record overall enrollment for its traditional undergraduate, graduate, and online…
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Berkeley County Council approves Greenbelt Preservation Plan
August 29, 2024
Protecting land and improving outdoor recreation in the County During its meeting on Monday, August 26, Berkeley County Council approved Berkeley County’s first-ever Greenbelt Preservation Plan. The plan outlines the county’s strategy…
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City announces 2024 free registration for the Mayor’s Walk Against Domestic Violence
August 29, 2024
The 2024 Mayor’s Walk Against Domestic Violence will be held on Saturday, October 5, 2024 at Page Ellington Park, 2220 Gregg St, Columbia, SC 29207. October is Domestic Violence Awareness…
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Denmark Technical College celebrates 2024 nursing graduates
August 29, 2024
Denmark Technical College proudly marked a significant milestone on August 21 with the annual School of Nursing Pinning Ceremony, an event that honored 13 graduating nursing students on the brink…
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Meta selects Aiken County for first South Carolina data center
August 29, 2024
$800 million investment will support 100 new operational jobs FAST FACTS Meta selects Aiken County to establish the company’s first South Carolina data center. The $800 million investment will support…
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Leadership Greenville announces members of Class 51
August 29, 2024
The Greenville Chamber’s flagship leadership development program, Leadership Greenville, announced members of its 51st class. Participants were selected based on a thorough application process including essays, professional resumes and community involvement. USC Upstate is…
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Well Walkers dates announced for September
August 29, 2024
Program offers community temperature-controlled space for exercise Bon Secours St. Francis Health System and the Bon Secours Wellness Arena have announced September dates for their Well Walkers program. While walking…
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Minds in Motion Learning Center rebrands; expands
August 29, 2024
The local early childhood education leader is now Minds in Motion Academy, poised for future expansion and franchise growth Minds in Motion Learning Center, a child development center founded in…
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Public Tennis, Inc. gets a boost from Host & Home to benefit Community Tennis outreach programs
August 29, 2024
Hilton Head’s Host & Home Luxury Vacation Rentals recently announced that Public Tennis Inc. (PTi), a USTA Community Tennis Association and a USTA Foundation NJTL, is the beneficiary of its…
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Community comes together for 5K Run/Walk and Family Fun Day to support local hero battling rare cancer
August 29, 2024
Coming Together for Hope: Fundraising Event Aims to Ease Medical Burdens On September 21st, 2024, Calvary Chapel Lexington will host a special 5K Run/Walk and Family Fun Day to raise…
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First-ever children’s exhibit opens at Native American Studies Center
August 29, 2024
After four years of planning and preparing, the Native American Studies Center opened its first-ever exhibit geared just for elementary-aged children. Opening Tuesday, Sept. 3 in the Duke Energy Gallery,…
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Richland Two announces five finalists for 2024-2025 District Teacher of the Year
August 28, 2024
Richland School District Two is announcing its five finalists for 2024-2025 District Teacher of the Year. The finalists and their schools are Hannah Cummings, Round Top Elementary School; Yoko Hughes,…
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Applications now open for Midlands Minority Business Accelerator program
August 28, 2024
Columbia Chamber seeking qualified applicants for its class of 2025 The Chamber is now accepting applications for the Midlands Minority Business Accelerator (MMBA) Class of 2025. The deadline for applications is October…
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Judson Mill District adding 181 loft apartments
August 28, 2024
$60 million project completes historic revitalization of Judson Mill District The Judson Mill District announced the transformation of the remaining two historic buildings known as the Jenny and Westervelt into…
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Country Star Cody Webb set to light up Harbison Theatre stage
August 28, 2024
Experience the South Carolina native’s electrifying performance this fall Singer, songwriter, and musician Cody Webb will be performing live September 6, 2024 at Harbison Theatre at Midlands Technical College (HT@MTC).…
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Robin Bowers retires as Executive Director of Mission Lexington after 12 years of dedicated service
August 28, 2024
Mission Lexington announces the retirement of Robin Bowers, who has faithfully served as Executive Director for the past 12 years. Under her visionary leadership, Mission Lexington has grown from a…
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Iron Hill welcomes Fall with Harvest Beer Dinner
August 28, 2024
As the crisp autumn air arrives and the pumpkin spice craze kicks off, Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant welcomes guests to its Fall Harvest Beer Dinner. For one night only at select…
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Columbia attorney Sydney Lynn elected President of State’s leading association of lawyers
August 28, 2024
The South Carolina Association for Justice has unanimously elected Sydney Lynn as its new President. Lynn, an attorney at Charleston-based Joye Law Firm, will preside over the 1,400-member Association, which…
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Charleston launches Basin Flood Action Program to address immediate flooding concerns
August 28, 2024
Mayor William Cogswell unveiled the city’s new Basin Flood Action Program (BFAP) following a public workshop about the Charleston Integrated Water Plan with city council. BFAP marks a decisive step…
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Charleston Metro Chamber announces Leadership Charleston Class of 2025
August 27, 2024
The Charleston Metro Chamber introduced the participants of the Leadership Charleston Class of 2025. For more than 50 years, the Chamber has provided this prestigious professional development experience, recognized for shaping the…
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Santee Cooper pursuing Rainey Generating Station expansion
August 27, 2024
Project would add capacity without increasing emissions rate The Santee Cooper Board of Directors authorized management to submit an application to the S.C. Public Service Commission related to the potential…
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