The Force Arrives in Mauldin: Swamp Rabbits’ Mascot Stomper Visits City Hall Ahead of ‘Star Wars Night’
October 21, 2026
Galactic excitement made its way into the Golden Strip this week as the Greenville Swamp Rabbits brought an early preview of one of their biggest annual hockey traditions straight to…
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150-plus decorated rigs: Fountain Inn prepares for 4th annual ‘Jeepers Creepers’ trunk-or-treat cruise
October 21, 2026
Downtown Fountain Inn is preparing to transform its historic core into a glowing, family-friendly Halloween block party this weekend. The city’s signature fall automotive tradition, Jeepers Creepers, officially returns for…
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Stage lights and local ties: Greater Mauldin Chamber to host ‘Business After Hours’ celebrating Mauldin Theatre Company’s milestone Season X
October 19, 2026
Local business leaders and arts enthusiasts will gather this Thursday for an evening of creative networking and milestone celebrations as the Greater Mauldin Chamber of Commerce hosts its latest Business…
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Beaufort Chamber announces finalists for 2026 Civitas Awards; Winners announced on October 22 at Civitas Awards Reception
October 14, 2026
The Beaufort Regional Chamber of Commerce has announced the finalists for its 2026 Civitas Awards, recognizing individuals, businesses and organizations whose leadership, innovation and service make a lasting impact on…
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Columbia Chamber awards educator excellence award to local teachers
October 14, 2026
Winners announced at Chamber October Breakfast Briefing event The Columbia Chamber announced Alex Lopez Arrocha (Dent Middle School) and Dr. Nicoleta Hodis (Dreher High School) as Educator Excellence Award winners.…
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SC250 provides research funding for online travel guide
October 14, 2026
The $60,000 grant helps pay for Phase I of CadenceSC.org, the rhythm and legacy of Black South Carolinians of the Revolutionary War The WeGOJA Foundation has received a $60,000 grant…
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Mount Pleasant Chamber convenes regional Mayors for Annual Forum
October 13, 2026
The Mount Pleasant Chamber of Commerce (MPCC) has announced it will host its 2nd Annual Breakfast with the Mayors event on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, at the Hilton Garden Inn…
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Columbia Chamber announces 2026-2027 Board of Directors
October 12, 2026
Peyton Bryant, Trinity Partners, to Chair Columbia Chamber Board of Directors The Columbia Chamber announced the 2026-2027 Board of Directors with the addition of seven new members. Peyton Bryant, Trinity…
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Mauldin Theatre Company celebrates a decade on stage with “The Tenth Act” season preview
October 5, 2026
For the past ten years, the Mauldin Theatre Company has transformed downtown Mauldin into a thriving hub for performing arts, community productions, and youth creative development. On Thursday, Oct. 22,…
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Upstate Chambers team up for networking night at the Greenville Triumph Oct. 14
October 5, 2026
Regional business networking is stepping out of the traditional conference room and onto the pitch this month as the Greater Mauldin Chamber of Commerce partners with chambers across the Upstate…
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Mount Pleasant Chamber welcomes Elliot J. Seay as new Membership and Engagement Manager
October 5, 2026
The Mount Pleasant Chamber of Commerce (MPCC) announced the hiring of Elliot J. Seay as its new Membership and Engagement Manager. In this role, Seay will lead efforts to foster…
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Georgetown County Chamber of Commerce to host free “Small Business B(AI)sics” Workshop on October 15
September 30, 2026
The Georgetown County Chamber of Commerce is partnering with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, and Google to offer Small Business B(AI)sics, a free interactive…
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Chamber opens ticket sales for 18th annual oyster roast and college football fan challenge
September 30, 2026
Tickets are now on sale for the Laurens County Chamber of Commerce’s 18th annual Oyster Roast and College Football Fan Challenge, set for Thursday, Nov. 5, at the Chamber facility,…
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OneSpartanburg, Inc. announces 47th Leadership Spartanburg Class
September 30, 2026
OneSpartanburg, Inc. announced the participants for the 47th class of Leadership Spartanburg, a nine-month personal and professional leadership skills program. Participants will get to better know Spartanburg County while connecting with…
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Leadership Simpsonville breaks ground on new basketball court at Alder Park as Phase Two plans are unveiled
September 28, 2026
Shovels officially hit the dirt at Alder Park this week as the Leadership Simpsonville Class of 2026 celebrated a major milestone, hosting a groundbreaking ceremony for a brand-new community basketball…
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Applications now open for inaugural Leadership Mount Pleasant cohort
September 23, 2026
The Mount Pleasant Chamber of Commerce (MPCC) has officially opened applications for its inaugural Leadership Mount Pleasant class. Designed to cultivate, connect, and elevate the next generation of local leaders,…
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Greater Mauldin Chamber to host October ‘First Friday Coffee’ networking session
September 23, 2026
Local business leaders, entrepreneurs, and area residents will gather early next month as the Greater Mauldin Chamber of Commerce hosts its recurring “First Friday Coffee: Commerce & Community” gathering. The…
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The Harmonized Nest Joins Simpsonville Chamber to Help Upstate Families Simplify Everyday Living
September 23, 2026
In an effort to strengthen ties with local residents and businesses, professional home organizing company The Harmonized Nest has officially joined the Simpsonville Area Chamber of Commerce. Founded and operated…
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Columbia Chamber honors local leaders at Annual Gala
September 22, 2026
Midlands Leaders Recognized at Uncorked, the Chamber’s 123rd Annual Gala. The Columbia Chamber announced the award recipients for Uncorked, the 123rd Annual Gala, presented by BlueCross® BlueShield® of South Carolina.…
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Clinton welcomes Anytime Fitness with ribbon cutting and a focus on community
September 22, 2026
Anytime Fitness Clinton marked its official arrival in the community Tuesday with a noon ribbon cutting at its new facility at 100 Laurens St. The gym is owned and operated…
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City of Mauldin announces job openings across multiple municipal departments
September 20, 2026
Job seekers looking to build a career in local public service have several new opportunities available in the Golden Strip. The City of Mauldin has announced an active hiring push…
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Women’s empowerment event to showcase innovative ways to drive success
September 18, 2026
Fifth annual Ignite Women’s Conference on Oct. 2 to feature the founders of Swiggies and PYNK Butterfly brands After passing out from dehydration while running, Julie Austin developed Swiggies, a…
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Simpsonville chamber lunch and learn to focus on stroke awareness and lifesaving response
September 16, 2026
The Simpsonville Area Chamber of Commerce will host a health education session next week focused on critical, lifesaving responses to medical emergencies in the workplace and community. As part of…
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Leadership Simpsonville class of 2026 launches fundraising campaign to revitalize Alder Park basketball court
September 14, 2026
The Leadership Simpsonville Class of 2026 has announced a community-driven initiative to renovate the outdoor basketball court at Alder Park, partnering with the Simpsonville Parks and Recreation Department to create…
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Dine Vine Magazine to Host Simpsonville Chamber Business After Hours
September 14, 2026
Local professionals and entrepreneurs will gather for an evening of networking and community building later this month, as Dine Vine Greenville Magazine hosts the Simpsonville Area Chamber of Commerce’s September…
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Greer Flooring to celebrate grand opening in Simpsonville
September 14, 2026
The Simpsonville business community is set to welcome a new provider of residential and commercial flooring solutions this month. Greer Flooring will host the grand opening and official ribbon-cutting ceremony…
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Columbia Chamber honors Tim Arnold at Annual Gala
September 14, 2026
Tim Arnold, Colonial Life, named Columbia Chamber’s 2026 Ambassador of the Year. The Columbia Chamber will honor Tim Arnold at Uncorked, the Chamber’s 123rd Annual Gala, Thursday, October 1, 2026. The…
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Bank of Travelers Rest to celebrate grand opening in Simpsonville
September 14, 2026
The Simpsonville Area Chamber of Commerce will welcome Bank of Travelers Rest to its newest Upstate location later this month with an official grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony. The celebration…
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Sizzling Smoke and Live Music: Mauldin’s 16th Annual BBQ Cook-Off Returns This Weekend
September 9, 2026
Looking for an exciting way to kick off your weekend? Head to Mauldin this Friday as pitmasters from across the region fire up the smokers for Mauldin’s 16th Annual BBQ…
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Business After Hours event brings local networking and Alzheimer’s benefit to Mauldin
September 9, 2026
Local business professionals, healthcare providers, and community leaders will gather Thursday evening for a regional networking mixer focused on connection and community support. The Palmettos of Mauldin Assisted Living and…
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Fountain Inn City Council to consider stricter sidewalk and outdoor dining regulations
September 7, 2026
Downtown business owners operating outdoor dining setups, sidewalk signs, or merchandise displays could soon see substantial regulatory updates and swift new enforcement measures, as Fountain Inn City Council prepares for…
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Downtown Simpsonville to host annual Fall Wine Tasting tour this Friday
September 7, 2026
Downtown Simpsonville will welcome wine enthusiasts, food lovers, and local shoppers this Friday for the return of Sippin’ in Simpsonville’s Fall Wine Tasting, an evening walking tour pairing regional pours…
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State of Our Community highlights shared priorities and progress across Georgetown County
September 2, 2026
By Karen Owens Publisher Members of the business community filled Winyah Auditorium this week to hear local leaders share a forward-looking conversation about the challenges, opportunities, and shared priorities shaping…
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Method Junk Solutions celebrates ribbon cutting with community donation drive in Simpsonville
September 2, 2026
The Simpsonville Area Chamber of Commerce officially welcomed Method Junk Solutions to the local business community with a ribbon-cutting ceremony, celebrating the hauling and cleanout company as it deepens its…
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Upstate chambers team up for multi-county networking night at Greenville Triumph match
September 2, 2026
Business professionals from across the Upstate will trade conference rooms for the pitch this fall as eight regional chambers of commerce unite for Upstate Networking Night at GE Vernova Park…
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Columbia Chamber names Knowledge Perk Small Business of the Year
September 2, 2026
Winner announced at September Gather & Grow event. The Columbia Chamber announced Knowledge Perk as the Small Business of the Year Award winner. The Small Business of the Year Award, sponsored…
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Chamber’s Before Hours networking returns Oct. 1 at the historic courthouse
September 1, 2026
The Laurens County Chamber of Commerce will host its next Before Hours Networking event Thursday, Oct. 1, from 8 to 10 a.m. at the newly renovated Historic Laurens County Courthouse,…
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Mount Pleasant’s largest networking event returns: Build your business at the 16th Annual EXPO
September 1, 2026
Mount Pleasant’s largest networking event is back, bigger than ever, and completely packed out. Presented by Crews Subaru, the 16th Annual Mount Pleasant Chamber of Commerce (MPCC) Business & Community…
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Chamber sets Nov. 5 date for 18th annual Oyster Roast
August 31, 2026
The Laurens County Chamber of Commerce has announced that its 18th annual Oyster Roast will be held Thursday, Nov. 5, at the Chamber office in Laurens. The event is the…
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Town of Irmo announces details of National Night Out 2026
August 27, 2026
The Irmo Police Department, the Town of Irmo, and the Irmo Police Department Community Foundation invite families and community members to join our police officers and Town officials for Irmo’s…
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Jean Cecil Hudak named Columbia Chamber President and CEO
August 25, 2026
Jean Cecil Hudak has been named President and CEO of the Columbia Chamber, beginning her service late September. She succeeds Carl Blackstone, who served in the role since 2014. Hudak…
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Laurens County Chamber of Commerce
August 24, 2026
Convene leaders. Empower businesses. Strengthen Laurens County. At the Laurens County Chamber of Commerce, our purpose is simple yet vital: to drive the growth and prosperity of our county. We…
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Chamber’s State of Our Community to bring local leaders together Sept. 1
August 21, 2026
The Georgetown County Chamber of Commerce will bring together government and community leaders for its annual State of Our Community on Tuesday, Sept. 1, at 8:30 a.m. at Winyah Auditorium…
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Main Street Fountain Inn Farmers Market concludes stellar season, welcoming thousands to downtown Depot Street
August 19, 2026
Downtown Fountain Inn officially brought its seasonal market festivities to a close following the final Main Street Fountain Inn Farmers Market on Saturday, August 8. The weekly Saturday morning market,…
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Greenville Chamber’s State of Greenville event highlights economic outlook and region’s continued growth
August 18, 2026Business and community leaders gathered Thursday morning for the Greenville Chamber’s annual State of Greenville, an event focused on the economic outlook, opportunities and challenges shaping the future of Greenville.…
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Georgetown’s 500-Year-Old Mystery: The high-tech quest for America’s earliest shipwreck
August 17, 2026
By Karen Owens Publisher Last week, I had the pleasure of joining 300 attendees at the Winyah Auditorium for a fascinating two-hour presentation on the quest to find America’s earliest…
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Columbia Chamber announces 2027 Leadership Columbia class
August 17, 2026
58 local individuals selected for 54th class of Chamber’s leadership program Leadership Columbia, a Columbia Chamber program, presented by BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina, for emerging and existing leaders in…
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City of Fountain Inn launches three-night Civics Academy to give residents behind-the-scenes look at local government
August 16, 2026
Residents, neighborhood leaders, and civic advocates looking for a deeper understanding of how their municipal government works can now sign up for the upcoming Fountain Inn Civics Academy. Hosted by…
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Greater Mauldin Chamber to host industry-exclusive Leads Group meeting this September
August 16, 2026
Local entrepreneurs and professionals looking to expand their referral networks will gather next month as the Greater Mauldin Chamber of Commerce hosts its upcoming Leads Group Meeting on Wednesday, September…
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Mauldin Chamber to Host Free Lunch & Learn Featuring Chiropractic Care for Humans and Pets
August 12, 2026
Local business professionals, pet owners, and wellness enthusiasts are invited to the Greater Mauldin Chamber of Commerce later this month for an educational presentation exploring holistic healthcare for both people…
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