FREE webinar helps residents learn budgeting, debt management, and credit basics – June 24
June 23, 2026
WHAT: The City of Charleston and the Charleston Bank On Coalition will host the first webinar in the Summer of Savings financial wellness series, designed to help residents build financial…
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Brick Wood Mortgage Inc
June 23, 2026
BrickWood Mortgage Inc., a trusted mortgage broker company in South Carolina, was established in 2007 and is dedicated to providing clients with the lowest mortgage rates available. We offer tailored…
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Anderson Brothers Bank welcomes Rivers Cahill as Commercial Lending Officer
June 22, 2026
Anderson Brothers Bank is pleased to announce that Rivers Cahill has joined the bank as a Commercial Lending Officer at its Grissom branch in Myrtle Beach. In his new role,…
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South Carolina Bankers Association honors Othniel W. Laffitte with the 2026 Outstanding Young Banker Award
June 22, 2026
The South Carolina Bankers Association (SCBA) announced Othniel W. Laffitte as the recipient of the 2026 Outstanding Young Banker Award. Othniel, who serves as the Senior Vice President and Market…
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Neil Jones named Chief Financial & Operating Officer of Colliers | South Carolina
June 18, 2026
Charleston/Columbia/Greenville/Spartanburg, SC – Colliers | South Carolina announced the promotion of M. Neil Jones, CPA, CITP, to Chief Financial & Operating Officer. A member of the firm’s leadership team since…
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Morgan Stanley celebrates the retirement of Ben Rast
June 17, 2026
Morgan Stanley today announced the retirement of Wealth Advisor Ben Rast, CFP®, CIMA®, CPWA®, marking the culmination of a distinguished career defined by client dedication, community involvement, and leadership. In…
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Anderson Brothers Bank welcomes Katelyn Willoughby as Social Media Promotions Coordinator
June 17, 2026
Anderson Brothers Bank is pleased to announce that Katelyn Willoughby has joined its marketing department as Social Media Promotions Coordinator. In her new role, Willoughby will assist in planning, creating,…
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Security Federal Bank promotes Tony Ateca to Chief Operating Officer
June 15, 2026
Security Federal Bank announced the promotion of Tony Ateca to Chief Operating Officer (COO), effective July 10, 2026. The promotion reflects Security Federal Bank’s continued commitment to long-term growth, innovation,…
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Required Minimum Distributions
June 14, 2026
By Clay Koch, Wealth Advisor, Wagner Wealth Management For investors entering their 70s, the focus shifts from making contributions to tax-deferred retirement accounts to taking mandatory withdrawals from them. That’s…
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JEDA issues $382 million in bonds for Bon Secours Mercy Health
June 10, 2026
The South Carolina Jobs-Economic Development Authority (JEDA) issued $381,985,000 in bonds to help Bon Secours Mercy Health finance significant capital expenditures in the Lowcountry and Upstate. These Hospital Facilities Revenue…
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Three top things to know BEFORE you retire (key ages-61-64)
June 9, 2026
Why many successful people underestimate the financial decisions that matter most By Amanda Stilwell Founder Clarity Financial Solutions For many people in the Upstate, retirement planning has traditionally focused on…
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Bank of America names Chip McLeod Upstate South Carolina president
June 9, 2026
Bank of America announced that Chip McLeod, Merrill Lynch Wealth Management senior resident director, has been named president of Upstate South Carolina. He succeeds Stacy Brandon, who led the market…
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Finding the Balance: Navigating the financial squeeze of the “Sandwich Generation”
June 8, 2026
By Ellis O’Tuell, CRPC®* Principal, Hammock Wealth Management As financial professionals, we often talk about wealth accumulation, market trends, and retirement horizons. But behind every portfolio is a human story—and lately,…
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Security Federal Corporation announces retirement and appointment of chief executive officer, chief financial officer, and appointment of new directors
June 8, 2026
Security Federal Corporation, the holding company for Security Federal Bank, announced that J. Chris Verenes and Darrell R. Rains will retire as Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer, respectively,…
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Arthur State Bank Breaks Ground on New Fountain Inn Branch
June 3, 2026
New permanent location will expand access to relationship-based banking in the Upstate Arthur State Bank, a locally owned community bank serving South Carolina since 1933, has officially broken ground on…
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GKCU announces its Class of 2026 college scholarship recipients
June 3, 2026
Georgetown, SC – Building a brighter future means investing in the education of our future leaders. Georgetown Kraft Credit Union (GKCU) is honored to recognize area high school seniors from…
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Anderson Brothers Bank welcomes Charlee Rhodes as Commercial Loan Officer in Florence
June 2, 2026
Anderson Brothers Bank is pleased to welcome Charlee Rhodes as Commercial Loan Officer at the Florence 2nd Loop office located at 501 Second Loop Road, Florence, South Carolina 29504. A…
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AgFirst appoints Kellie Bickenbach Chief Risk Officer
June 2, 2026
AgFirst Farm Credit Bank announced that Kellie Bickenbach has been named Chief Risk Officer, effective June 1. Bickenbach brings extensive experience in enterprise risk management and a proven record of…
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Are You Financially Prepared for Hurricane Season?
June 1, 2026
By Lee Cox Bank of America Charleston-Hilton Head Hurricane season begins June 1, and while forecasters are predicting a somewhat below-normal Atlantic season this year, below-normal is not the same…
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The Upstate’s Top Retirement Mistakes: Clarity Financial Solutions invites community to complimentary educational seminar
May 28, 2026
Many Upstate residents spend decades saving for retirement, but according to Clarity Financial Solutions, building wealth is only part of the equation. Without the right tax and income strategies, retirees…
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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis celebrates National 529 Day with $529 grants for newborns
May 28, 2026
South Carolina’s tiniest residents could score a big head start on their future thanks to the return of the PalmettoBaby Grant Program. State Treasurer Curtis Loftis announced today that every…
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SCRA announces funding for rural health innovation
May 28, 2026
The South Carolina Research Authority announced funding available to technology startups focused on improving rural health access. The program, Tech Catalyst Fund, is one of five initiatives within South Carolina’s Rural Health Transformation…
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Anderson Brothers Bank welcomes Keith Norris as Commercial Loan Officer at the Loris 701 branch
May 27, 2026
Anderson Brothers Bank is proud to announce the addition of a new Commercial Loan Officer to its Loris Main branch located at 302 Highway 701 N., Loris, SC 29569. He…
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South Carolina Federal Credit Union
May 25, 2026
South Carolina Federal Credit Union is a member-owned financial institution that provides a range of financial products and services in South Carolina. Founded in 1936 as the Charleston Navy Yard…
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Arthur State Bank Breaks Ground on New Fountain Inn Branch
May 25, 2026
Local business leaders and city officials gathered on Monday afternoon to celebrate a major investment in the community’s financial landscape. Arthur State Bank officially broke ground on its future, permanent…
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Palmetto Citizens names Tammi Strong as 2026 Youth Financial Educator of the Year
May 21, 2026
Honor presented to Airport High School teacher for her exemplary commitment to financial education The Palmetto Citizens Foundation, a charitable giving organization committed to giving back to local communities, has…
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Ellison Kibler ranked #18 nationwide on the Barron’s “Top 250 Private Wealth Management Teams” 2026 list
May 18, 2026
Ellison Kibler announced that the firm has been ranked #18 in the nation on the Barron’s “Top 250 Private Wealth Management Teams” 2026 list, published on May 8, 2026. Rankings…
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Palmetto Citizens’ new headquarters marks transformational investment in downtown Columbia
May 14, 2026On Thursday, May 14, community leaders and media members got a sneak peek inside the progress of the credit union’s new headquarters project at the corner of Sumter and…
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United Community Mortgage Services welcomes Rebecca Costanzo as director of mortgage originations
May 14, 2026
United Community announced Rebecca Costanzo has joined the company as director of mortgage originations. In this role, Costanzo will lead retail mortgage sales leaders to drive growth strategy, sales performance…
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SCRA announces new grant funding and member companies
May 12, 2026
Tada AI, CAMA Security, Pathly, and Vet Media Group received new grant funding from the South Carolina Research Authority. Baysys Solutions and Digital Site Box were accepted as SCRA member companies. SCRA…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Margaret Ellen Pender, John Moorman, Anchor Investment Management
May 11, 2026
The Who’s on the Move, Entrepreneur Minute is an interview in support of the impact that entrepreneurs have on our communities. In this series you will see a diverse group of…
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Debt isn’t the problem — How you structure it is
May 5, 2026
By Chris Cykoski | Principal, Cykoski Ventures Borrowing with the Tides, Not Against Them In the first two columns, we focused on timing—first in cash flow, then in planning. Cash…
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A Conversation with Ellis O’Tuel, CRPC® with Hammock Wealth Management
May 5, 2026
By Karen Owens, Publisher Ellis O’Tuel is a principal with Hammock Wealth Management in Pawleys Island. I recently sat down with him to learn more about his 20 years as…
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Local Homeowners Offered Free Estate Planning Seminar at Mauldin Library
May 4, 2026
As economic shifts and property values continue to fluctuate across the Upstate, Greenville County homeowners are being invited to a free educational seminar focused on securing their financial legacies. The…
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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis honors 23 graduates of SC Financial Literacy Master Teacher Program
May 1, 2026
State Treasurer Curtis Loftis recognized the most recent graduates of the South Carolina Financial Literacy Master Teacher Program, an innovative multi-year program designed to increase the number of teachers incorporating…
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SC Housing’s Palmetto Heroes program closes for ’26, registering 272 home loans
April 28, 2026
SC Housing’s highly anticipated 2026 Palmetto Heroes homebuyer program officially closed earlier this month after another record-breaking campaign. The 2026 edition of the program began March 16 and closed April…
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Are You Financially Literate? Clarity Financial Solutions invites Greenville community to retirement & tax strategy seminar
April 27, 2026
April is widely recognized as Financial Literacy Month, but for Clarity Financial Solutions, financial education is a year-round commitment. Through a series of ongoing educational seminars, the firm helps people…
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Mauldin Teens to Master “Money Concepts” at Upcoming Financial Literacy Workshop
April 22, 2026
Local teenagers will have the opportunity to build a solid financial foundation next week during a specialized workshop hosted by Sharonview Federal Credit Union. The “Money Concepts for Teens” session…
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Beyond the 4% Rule: Modernizing your retirement strategy
April 21, 2026
By Ellis M. O’Tuel, CRPC®* Principal, Hammock Wealth Management For decades, the 4% Rule has been considered the “gold standard” for retirement planning. Developed in the 1990s using historical market data, the…
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First Citizens appoints new Executive Vice President for its South Region
April 21, 2026
Career banker, Holt Chetwood from Columbia, takes on expanded leadership role First Citizens Bank, a top 20 U.S. super regional, has named Holt Chetwood as Regional Executive Vice President in an…
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Palmetto Citizens Foundation launches Teacher Grant Program to support local classrooms
April 20, 2026
Nearly 90 years after being founded by teachers, Palmetto Citizens Federal Credit Union is giving back to the classroom in a meaningful new way. The Palmetto Citizens Foundation, which was…
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Pinnacle Bank Celebrates Grand Opening of New Mauldin Office with Community Focus
April 20, 2026
Pinnacle Financial Partners officially opened the doors to its new Mauldin office this week, welcoming community leaders, clients, and partners for a ribbon-cutting celebration that highlighted both growth and a…
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Ellison Kibler advisors named to the Forbes America’s Top Wealth Advisors, Best-in-State Wealth Advisors 2026 lists
April 15, 2026Several Ellison Kibler financial advisors were recognized on the Forbes “America’s Top Wealth Advisors” 2026 list (Published on April 7, 2026. Rankings based on data as of June 30, 2025.)*…
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After a breakout first year, BofA’s “Golf with Us” returns to bring $5 Golf to Kids
April 14, 2026
Continuing on its commitment to make golf more accessible and affordable for kids, Bank of America announced the return of Golf with Us. Children, ages 6-18, are invited to enroll…
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HGTC to host Leadership Development event featuring regional leaders
April 10, 2026
Panel to highlight leadership journeys, community impact, and professional growth Horry-Georgetown Technical College (HGTC) will host an engaging Leadership Development Event on Friday, April 17, 2026, bringing together influential leaders…
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The budget isn’t a straightjacket—It’s a navigation tool
April 7, 2026
By Chris Cykoski Planning for an Uneven Year as the Season Begins Last month, we focused on a common challenge for growing coastal businesses: understanding why profit doesn’t always translate…
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Ronnie Dennis, Ellison Kibler named #2 in SC on 2026 Barron’s Top 1,500 Financial Advisors list
April 2, 2026
Ronnie Dennis ranked #2 in South Carolina on the Barron’s “Top 1,500 Financial Advisors” 2026 list. Published on March 20, 2026. Rankings based on data as of September 30, 2025.*…
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Anderson Brothers Bank issues fraud alert following sophisticated scam attempts
March 31, 2026
Anderson Brothers Bank is urging customers to remain vigilant following reports of sophisticated phishing attempts designed to compromise sensitive financial information. Bank officials recently shared that scammers are currently deploying…
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Stokes & Company, joins CPAmerica, strengthening resources for businesses across the Upstate
March 31, 2026
Stokes & Company, CPAs announced that the firm has been accepted as a member of CPAmerica, one of the nation’s leading associations of independent CPA firms. This partnership connects Stokes…
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United Community earns 12th JD Power Award in 17 Years
March 30, 2026
Ranked #1 for Retail Banking Customer Satisfaction in the Southeast Region For the 12th time, United Community has been recognized as #1 for Retail Banking Customer Satisfaction in the Southeast…
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