Posts by Trey Schmoyer
SC Ports drives economic success in Upstate
June 3, 2024South Carolina Ports makes an $87 billion economic impact in South Carolina each year, and more than half of that economic benefit occurs in the Upstate. Having a world-class port…
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Nonprofit transforms Orangeburg DSS office to serve youth in foster care
June 3, 2024At a celebratory ribbon cutting ceremony this afternoon coinciding with National Foster Care Awareness Month, Lily Pad, together with the South Carolina Department of Social Services (DSS), opened its 21st Lily Pad in…
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Summer move out trash collection program
May 22, 2024Building on last year’s success, the Solid Waste Division will once again focus on expedited trash collection for move outs, specifically. Solid Waste experiences large increases in bulk item collection…
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New Exhibition opening soon
May 22, 2024From natural wonders to the open road, the landscape has long been a muse in American art. Through objects from the colonial era to the present, (Un)Settled explores the rich, complicated, and…
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Vista Guild announces results and donations from annual Artista Vista
May 22, 2024The Congaree Vista Guild has announced that $12,000 in donations will be made to local performing arts groups using proceeds from the recent Live on Lincoln event. The annual event,…
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533 Cyclists tackle the 47th annual Assaults on Mt. Mitchell & Marion
May 22, 2024The 47th annual Assaults on Mt. Mitchell & Marion on Monday, May 20 saw the ascent of approximately 436 cyclists on Mt. Michell and 97 on Marion. The cyclists began…
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Mayor William Cogswell announces unified effort to combat homelessness with Lowcountry Rapid Housing Program
May 22, 2024This morning, Mayor William Cogswell announced the city’s intent to launch Lowcountry Rapid Housing Program, a transformative plan designed to address homelessness across four municipalities by providing rapid housing and…
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Bon Secours celebrates 2024 Project SEARCH graduates
May 22, 2024Program Helps Students with Disabilities Prepare for Employment After School Bon Secours St. Francis Health System will celebrate the Class of 2024 during a special ceremony at the Bon Secours…
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Lexington Two’s adult education graduates celebrate milestone
May 22, 2024About 150 students are graduating with GEDs and high school diplomas from Lexington Two’s adult education program, and many of them walked in a graduation ceremony Tuesday night at the…
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Ms. Jean named South Carolina Hospitality Employee of the Year
May 22, 2024Thelma Seibles, fondly known as “Ms. Jean,” continues to shine in the hospitality industry. Ms. Jean was awarded the South Carolina Association of Tourism Regions (SCATR) Hospitality Employee of the…
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South Carolina Department of Education, Dominion Energy host luncheon to celebrate student writing contest winners
May 22, 2024The South Carolina Department of Education (SCDE) and Dominion Energy recognized five students from across the state Tuesday for their outstanding submissions in the fourth annual Strong Men & Women…
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Hurricane Preparedness Expo at Ashley River Park
May 22, 2024In anticipation of the upcoming hurricane season beginning June 1, Dorchester County Emergency Management will be hosing the annual Hurricane Preparedness Expo. This is an educational and interactive event designed…
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Johns Island Acupuncture opens its doors, offering holistic healing in Johns Island, SC
May 22, 2024Johns Island Acupuncture proudly announces its grand opening May 28, 2024 at 1807 Crowne Commons Way, Suite F8, in Live Oak Square, inviting residents of Johns Island and surrounding areas…
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Nominations are open for Girl Scouts Women of Distinction!
May 22, 2024Girl Scouts of South Carolina Mountains to Midlands is thrilled to announce that nominations are now open for the Girl Scout Women of Distinction honorees! This prestigious recognition celebrates women…
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COMET receives multiple awards at Live United event
May 22, 2024The Central Midlands Regional Transit Authority (The COMET) received two awards at the Live United Awards hosted by United Way of the Midlands at Central Energy recently. The COMET’s United…
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Governor Henry McMaster proclaims May 19-25, 2024 is South Carolina travel and tourism week
May 22, 2024State Hospitality Employee of the Year also recognized To celebrate the positive impact South Carolina’s tourism industry has on the economy, workforce, and quality of life, Governor Henry McMaster today…
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South Carolina Boating & Fishing Alliance supports National Safe Boating week
May 20, 2024As National Safe Boating Week (May 18-24) commences, the South Carolina Boating & Fishing Alliance (SCBFA) joins the National Safe Boating Council and organizations across the country in promoting crucial…
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NAI Earle Furman welcomes new administrative coordinator
May 20, 2024NAI Earle Furman, a leading full-service commercial real estate firm in the Carolinas, recently welcomed a new administrative coordinator to their Greenville office. Cassidy Van Houten: Administrative Coordinator Prior…
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Three Clemson astrophysicists get NASA Data Analysis Program grants totaling over $1 million
May 20, 2024Three Clemson University astrophysicists have been awarded more than $1 million combined through the NASA Astrophysics Data Analysis Program to study active galactic nuclei, their obscuring material, and variability and…
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Airport High School teacher named Youth Financial Educator of the Year
May 20, 2024Airport High School’s Tammi Campbell has been named the Palmetto Citizens Federal Credit Union Youth Financial Educator of the Year. Campbell, who chairs Airport’s Career and Technology Education (CATE) Department…
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RSF Berkeley Hospital expansion project celebrates milestone
May 20, 2024Final beam placed on hospital expansion that will double the number of beds The final beam was placed atop the Roper St. Francis Berkeley Hospital expansion project on Friday, a…
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NPatel Communications adds Redbud Lane Studio to client roster
May 20, 2024NPatel Communications, a woman-owned marketing and public relations firm located in Greenville, S.C., announced it has added Redbud Lane Studio, a studio specializing in bespoke stationary and creative design. NPatel…
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Girl Scouts of South Carolina—Mountains to Midlands honors fifteen gold award Girl Scouts
May 20, 2024Through the Gold Award, girls not only provide solutions that last to some of society’s biggest problems—like cleaner oceans, equity in girls’ education, and greater access to science and technology…
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“2024 South Carolina Governor’s Awards for the Arts” to broadcast and stream on South Carolina ETV
May 20, 2024Through its continued partnership with the South Carolina Arts Commission (SCAC), South Carolina ETV (SCETV) will premiere the 2024 South Carolina Governor’s Awards for the Arts on Sunday, May 19 at 7…
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Charleston Metro Chamber announces 2024 honors recipients
May 20, 2024The Charleston Metro Chamber celebrates the achievements of local organizations and leaders with an exemplary commitment to the region’s economic development and quality of life at the 2024 Honors awards, presented by BlueCross…
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Aiken welcomed to the ranks of S.C. Arts Commission-designated cultural districts
May 20, 2024The South Carolina Arts Commission is announcing that the southern Midlands city of Aiken is home to the 12th South Carolina Cultural District designated by its board of commissioners, the…
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Calhoun named Lexington One’s Executive Director of High Schools and Postsecondary Pathways
May 20, 2024At their May 14 Board Meeting, the Lexington County School District One Board of Trustees approved Casey B. Calhoun as the district’s new Executive Director of High Schools and Postsecondary…
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SCDOT requests public comment on the 2021-2027 statewide Improvement Program to include the 2024-2025 Pavement Improvement Program
May 20, 2024The South Carolina Department of Transportation seeks public comment on the action to amend the 2024-2025 Pavement Improvement Program. SCDOT will receive public comment for a 21-day period from May…
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CSU and KION North America form tuition discount partnership
May 20, 2024KION North America and Charleston Southern University held a signing ceremony at KION NA’s stateside headquarters in Summerville celebrating a new tuition discount program. The memorandum of understanding offers KION…
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A.C. Flora Varsity boys golf team wins State Championship
May 20, 2024A.C. Flora High School’s boys varsity golf team won the Class AAAA state championship May 14 at the Rose Hill Golf Club in Bluffton. The team had a score of…
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Roper St. Francis Healthcare Nurse of the Year Awards
May 20, 2024As part of National Nurses Week (May 6-12), The Roper St. Francis Healthcare Nurse of the Year Awards are presented annually to nurses that demonstrate excellent contributions to the healthcare…
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Advocacy groups unite in their support for public amenities at Union Pier
May 20, 2024Mayor William Cogswell announced today that a broad coalition of advocacy groups have signed a letter in support of establishing a Tax Increment Financing (TIF) District to fund public infrastructure…
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St. Johns Fire District celebrates new Johns Island maintenance facility
May 20, 2024Choate Construction Company partners with St. Johns Fire District (SJFD) and Construction Dynamics, Inc to bring a fully-equipped Fire Equipment Maintenance facility to the community through a design-build delivery. Following…
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SC Ports’ inland ports benefit cargo owners’ supply chains
May 16, 2024Retailers, manufacturers and agricultural producers are benefiting from South Carolina Ports’ inland port network. Inland Port Dillon and Inland Port Greer provide daily dedicated rail service to and from the…
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Angélique Kidjo and Jeremy Dutcher to perform with Yo-Yo Ma at Spoleto Festival USA
May 15, 2024Limited number of additional tickets to be made available for sold out Yo-Yo Ma performance at Spoleto Festival USA Spoleto Festival USA, the country’s preeminent performing arts festival, has announced…
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TakoSushi announces new Forest Acres location to open May 14
May 8, 2024Restaurant showcasing Latin and Asian cuisine marks second Midlands location Columbia-based culinary enterprise Food People Restaurant Group, owned by local entrepreneurs Chris Sullivan and James Williams, announces the expansion of its…
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Two Richland One school nurses receive district’s first DAISY Awards
May 8, 2024In conjunction with the observance of National Nurses Week (May 6-12, 2024) and School Nurse Day (May 8, 2024), two Richland One school nurses were named recipients of the district’s…
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Mayor William Cogswell announces D.U.I. checkpoints to crack down on impaired driving
May 8, 2024Mayor William Cogswell announced today a decisive step forward in prioritizing the safety and well-being of Charleston residents and visitors. Effective immediately, the Charleston Police Department will deploy strategically positioned…
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Winkler Group commemorates 20th anniversary by introducing new service lines to transform nonprofit fundraising
May 8, 2024The Winkler Group, one of the nation’s premier fundraising consulting firms, commemorates its 20th anniversary by introducing innovative services to enhance support for nonprofits. The four new offerings are tailored…
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City Council highlights | May 7, 2024
May 8, 2024During this evening’s City Council meeting, Mayor Daniel Rickenmann presented several proclamations. To start off, a surprise proclamation was presented for Professional Municipal Clerk’s Week, honoring our City Clerk, Erika…
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Team South Carolina shines at National ProStart Invitational for seventh year in a row
May 8, 2024Hosted by the National Restaurant Association Education Foundation (NRAEF), Team South Carolina battled more than 400 competitors at the 2024 National ProStart Invitational in April at the Baltimore Marriott Waterfront.…
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Dorchester County launches new Transportation Sales Tax Program website
May 8, 2024Dorchester County announced the launch of its new Transportation Sales Tax Program website, a comprehensive resource dedicated to current and future transportation projects funded by the County’s Transportation Sales Tax…
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River Drive buffered bicycle lanes public input meeting
May 8, 2024There will be a public information and input drop-in meeting on Wednesday, May 29th at the Earlewood Community Center from 4:00pm to 6:00pm, with remarks at 5:00pm. Councilwoman Tina Herbert, City Planning and…
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Richland County’s Ag + Art Tour expands with 20 tour sites, 100+ artisans
May 8, 2024Richland County will host the annual S.C. Ag + Art Tour, featuring 20 farm- and arts-related tour sites and more than 100 local artisans, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.…
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Dreher High counseling chairman named Midlands Region Career and Technical Education School Counselor of the Year
May 8, 2024Dreher High School counseling chairman Kevin Kirkley has been named the 2024 Midlands Region Career and Technical Education (CTE) School Counselor of the Year by the Midlands Education and Business…
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High school students receive hands-on look at skilled energy careers
May 8, 2024Dominion Energy, Columbia Urban League partner on diverse recruitment efforts Nearly 30 high school seniors from diverse backgrounds gathered in the Midlands for a behind-the-scenes look at skilled careers in…
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Santee Cooper partners with local suppliers on ELG Project at Cross and Winyah Generating Stations
May 6, 2024Santee Cooper has undertaken a major capital project that primarily relies on South Carolina-located companies and resources to increase environmental protections at its two coal-fired generating stations in compliance with…
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South Carolina Superintendent of the Year and District Administrator of the Year announced
May 6, 2024Beaufort County Schools Superintendent, Dr. Frank Rodriguez, has been named the 2025 South Carolina Superintendent of the Year, and Lexington-Richland District Five Director of Human Resources, Dr. Reggie Wicker, has…
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Secretary of State Mark Hammond encourages donors to support local charities, give wisely in local fundraising drives
May 6, 2024In advance of South Carolina-based fundraising initiatives this week, Secretary of State Mark Hammond has issued a statement supporting these efforts and recommending that donors practice wise charitable giving. “Nonprofit…
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Mungo Homes Foundation announces week of service
May 6, 2024The Mungo Homes Foundation is proud to announce the third-annual Week of Service, which will take place May 6-10. With a tradition of giving back to the community and adhering…
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