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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Rick Migliore, Ellison Kibler named #1 in SC on 2026 Barron’s Top 1,500 Financial Advisors List
March 30, 2026
Rick Migliore ranked #1 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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Palmetto Citizens Federal Credit Union celebrates new branch in Whitmire, S.C.
March 30, 2026
Palmetto Citizens Federal Credit Union, one of South Carolina’s longest-standing and most trusted financial institutions, celebrated the opening of its new branch in Whitmire, South Carolina, with a ribbon cutting…
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AgFirst appoints Corey MacGillivray as Chief Financial Officer
March 27, 2026
Corey MacGillivray has been named Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of AgFirst Farm Credit Bank, effective April 6. MacGillivray brings deep experience across corporate governance, disclosure controls, and capital markets, with…
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United Community earns 12th JD Power Award in 17 years, ranked #1 for Retail Banking Customer Satisfaction in the Southeast Region
March 26, 2026
For the 12th time, United Community has been recognized as #1 for Retail Banking Customer Satisfaction in the Southeast Region in the JD Power 2026 U.S. Retail Banking Satisfaction Study.…
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Altum Faithful Investing awards Gold Certification to Wallick Investments’ WI Fidelis Multi-Cap Multi-Factor Index (Fidelis 100)
March 26, 2026
Altum Faithful Investing and Wallick Investments announce that the Wallick Investments’ Fidelis 100 Index has been awarded Gold certification under the Altum Certified program, confirming that the index is fully…
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GKCU charts path for future growth at 2026 Annual Meeting
March 24, 2026
Credit Union Celebrates Major Tech Milestone and Strong Financial Performance Georgetown Kraft Credit Union (GKCU) recently gathered with its member-owners for its 2026 Annual Meeting, highlighting a landmark year defined…
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Bank of America Upstate South Carolina President Stacy Brandon set to retire April 1
March 24, 2026
Bank of America announced Tuesday that Stacy Brandon, president of BofA Upstate South Carolina, will retire from the company April 1. Brandon departs BofA with 39 years of service and…
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As Rural Bank Branches Close, Laurens County Official Supports Expanded Financial Options
March 18, 2026
As bank branches continue to close across rural parts of South Carolina, local leaders are urging lawmakers to pass legislation that would give cities and counties more flexibility in where…
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TowneBank announces David Lominack as South Carolina President
March 14, 2026
TowneBank and Dogwood State Bank, A Division of TowneBank, welcome David Lominack as President of South Carolina. A respected industry leader across The Palmetto State, Lominack is based in Greenville,…
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Local elected officials across South Carolina urge lawmakers to advance public deposits legislation
March 12, 2026
County and Municipal Leaders Statewide Call for Expanded Local Choice in Managing Community-Funded Deposits The Palmetto Public Deposits Coalition (PPDC) today announced that a growing coalition of local elected officials…
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Georgetown County’s fund balance reflects strategic planning, disaster preparedness
March 10, 2026
A recent audit report for Georgetown County raised some eyebrows – not because it didn’t come back clean, but because the county has nearly double what it is required to…
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Four steps to protecting a child with disabilities
March 7, 2026
March is Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month, an annual campaign highlighting how people with and without disabilities form strong communities together. Established in 1987 by President Ronald Reagan, Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month…
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TD Bank offers small business owners in Greenville’s thriving market four key tips for finding the right banking partner
February 25, 2026
Greenville has earned a well-deserved reputation as one of the Southeast’s fastest-growing and most entrepreneurial cities, creating both tremendous opportunity and intensifying challenges for local small businesses — from rising…
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Carolinas Credit Union League promotes Billy Boylston to Chief Advocacy Officer
February 25, 2026
The Carolinas Credit Union League (CCUL) has promoted Billy Boylston to Chief Advocacy Officer, recognizing his more than a decade of leadership advancing the League’s state and federal advocacy priorities…
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The Southern Bank appoints Rob Crowe as Senior Vice President and Grand Strand Market President
February 25, 2026
The Southern Bank, a South Carolina- and Georgia-based community bank, announced the appointment of Rob Crowe as Senior Vice President and Grand Strand Market President. This key leadership hire reflects…
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SC Launch Inc. invests in cloud-based platform startup Horse Spot
February 24, 2026
SC Launch Inc., the investment affiliate of the South Carolina Research Authority, has announced a $200,000 investment in Horse Spot. The Charleston-based startup is turning the management of equestrian shows…
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QuickBooks Online: How to Set Up Your Books the Right Way From Day One
February 23, 2026
The City of Columbia’s Office of Business Opportunities is hosting QuickBooks Online: How to Set Up Your Books the Right Way From Day One on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, beginning at 10:00…
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Palmetto Citizens Federal Credit Union announces the appointments of three key leadership roles
February 23, 2026
Palmetto Citizens Federal Credit Union announced the appointments of three key leadership roles: Michael Beam as special advisor to the CEO, Elizabeth Bunn as chief financial officer and Matt Gaskin…
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Morning Coffee and Networking: United Community Bank to Host Business Before Hours
February 20, 2026
Early risers in the Golden Strip business community have a new opportunity to connect this month as the Fountain Inn Chamber of Commerce brings its popular Business Before Hours event…
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SC Launch Inc. invests in human-centered AI startup QWERKY AI
February 17, 2026
SC Launch Inc., the investment affiliate of the South Carolina Research Authority, has announced a $400,000 investment in QWERKY AI. The Columbia-based startup addresses the crisis of soaring computational costs,…
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Jessica Miles ranked #10 in South Carolina on the Forbes “Top Women Wealth Advisors Best-in-State” 2026 list
February 10, 2026
Jessica Miles ranked #10 in South Carolina on the Forbes “Top Women Wealth Advisors Best-in-State” 2026 list. Published on February 4, 2026. Rankings based on data as of June 30,…
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Credit Union Day at State House highlights importance of expanding financial choice for public entities
February 9, 2026
Event Connects Lawmakers with Credit Union Leaders Serving More Than 1.7 million South Carolinians South Carolina credit unions hosted their first-ever Credit Union Day at the State House, providing legislators…
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SCRA announces new grant funding and member companies
February 3, 2026
Haruki Health and LouLou AI received new grant funding from the South Carolina Research Authority. CAMA Security, Creek Tides Energy and Power, Sentec, and Tada AI were accepted as SCRA member companies. SCRA Interim President and CEO Bill Kirkland said, “We welcome these…
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TD Bank promotes Marcel Summermatter to Regional Vice President, Commercial Banking, Upstate South Carolina
February 2, 2026
TD Bank announced that Marcel Summermatter has been promoted to Regional Vice President of Commercial Banking for Upstate South Carolina, overseeing relationships across commercial and small business banking. As Regional…
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Local assisted living provider launches new networking and support groups
January 31, 2026
The Landings of Georgetown and the Crossings of Georgetown are excited to announce the creation of two new groups designed to help caretakers and businesses that specialize in helping senior…
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Rebecca Kincaid of Kincaid Retirement & Wealth Management inducted into Advisors Excel Hall of Fame
January 30, 2026
Rebecca Kincaid, Founder and CEO of Kincaid Retirement & Wealth Management, has been inducted into the Advisors Excel Hall of Fame, a prestigious honor recognizing top-performing financial professionals within the…
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United Community announces Florida realignment to support growth and deepen leadership
January 28, 2026
United Community announced a strategic realignment of its Florida operations, dividing the state into two distinct markets—North Florida and South Florida—to better serve customers, strengthen community connection and support continued…
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Palmetto Citizens Federal Credit Union celebrates 90 years of service with focus on growth and community impact in 2026
January 28, 2026
Charter expansion and foundation launch mark major milestones for Midlands-based financial institution Palmetto Citizens Federal Credit Union, a member-owned, not-for-profit financial institution that provides personal and business banking services across…
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Raymond James and Associates recognizes Gray Ellenberg with President’s Club honor
January 27, 2026
Raymond James and Associates announced that Gray Ellenberg has been named to the firm’s 2025 President’s Club, a distinction reserved for financial advisors who demonstrate exceptional commitment to client service,…
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