THRIVE Laurens County invites Joanna residents to free Community Listening Session – Nov 18
November 7, 2025
THRIVE Laurens County, a local coalition dedicated to fostering health, connection, and wellness in rural communities, will host a free Community Listening Session on Tuesday, November 18, 2025, from 6:00…
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Endeavor’s signature Collaborators & Cocktails Event to feature candid entrepreneurs behind Society and City Tavern
October 27, 2025
Endeavor Workspaces continues a food-focused fall with its Collaborators & Cocktails speaker series on November 13th featuring entrepreneurs Chef Chris Rosensteel and his business partner Jeremy Krauze, the masterminds behind…
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Pastor Matthew D. Long, Jr. named to Greenville Business Magazine’s “Best & Brightest 35 and Under”
September 13, 2025
Greenville Business Magazine has announced its annual list of the Best & Brightest 35 and Under, honoring young leaders making significant contributions in business, community, and leadership. Among this year’s…
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Experience a master class on collaboration at Endeavor’s Collaborators & Cocktails networking event
April 7, 2025
Endeavor Workspace’s spring C&C on April 30th is all about marketing Greenville. Attendees will get a master class on collaboration and smart selling – from a brand and a key…
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Endeavor Celebrates members during Women’s History Month
March 3, 2025
Women’s History Month, celebrated annually throughout the month of March since 1987 (officially), is a celebration of women’s contributions to history, culture and society. Endeavor Workspaces is honored to have…
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Upcountry History Museum receives grant to digitize files
February 4, 2025
The Upcountry History Museum – Greenville County, a Smithsonian Affiliate, announced that it has been awarded a grant from the South Carolina State Historical Records Advisory Board’s regrant program to…
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Endeavor kicks off New Year with superstar local entrepreneurs at signature Collaborators & Cocktails event
January 6, 2025
Endeavor Kicks Off New Year with Superstar Local Entrepreneurs at Signature Collaborators & Cocktails Event Insightful, Candid Session to Feature 6AM City Founders Endeavor Workspaces welcomes local entrepreneur duo, Ryan…
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Holiday Classic ‘White Christmas’ celebrating 70th anniversary
November 11, 2024
Upcountry History Museum Exhibit Brings Timeless Story to Life With Original Costumes, Props and Memorabilia from 1954 Film It may not be “just like the ones we used to know,”…
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Newest Exhibit at Upcountry History Museum explores path of Black History in the American West
October 21, 2024
Exploring the path of Black history in the American West with a timeline of original pictorial quilts is the focus of “Black Pioneers: Legacy in the American West,” a first-of-its-kind…
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Endeavor announces fall Collaborators & Cocktails events with superstar local entrepreneurs
September 11, 2024
Endeavor Workspaces welcomes two local entrepreneur duos, Ryan Heafy and Ryan Johnston of 6AM City and Mary Walsh and Jac Oliver of Swamp Rabbit Café for two special Collaborators &…
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Upcountry History Museum to host Quilts of Valor Display
July 15, 2024
Quilts to be Awarded to Local Veterans in Special Ceremonies on July 20 What began as one mother’s dream when her son was deployed in Iraq in 2003 is now…
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The Hispanic Alliance and Bon Secours St. Francis Health System to gather healthcare community to discuss study’s finding barriers to quality care among Greenville’s Hispanic population
May 23, 2024
On June 4 at 9:00 am at the Greenville ONE Center, Upstate medical professionals will come together at Allied4Health, a free, one-hour event presented by Hispanic Alliance and Bon Secours…
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Endeavor announces international and local gamechangers for Collaborators & Cocktails speaker series
March 20, 2024
Endeavor Workspaces welcomes Global Brand Marketer Fabio Tambosi and Greenville entrepreneur Carl Sobocinski for two special Collaborators & Cocktails events on April 11th and 24th. Limited tickets are now available…
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Resiliency, discovery, and revelation on full display in new exhibit coming to Upcountry History Museum
February 7, 2024
Through a visually compelling presentation of history through art, small moments of ordinary experiences are transformed into extraordinary discoveries of resiliency and revelation in “Vision & Spirit: Black Artists in…
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Google publishes “Local Year in Search 2023” for South Carolina
December 12, 2023
Google released its 23rd annual Year in Search, offering insight into who and what people cared about this year across the globe, including trending topics right here in South Carolina.…
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They are ABLE
October 2, 2023
By State Treasurer Curtis Loftis Administrator for the Palmetto ABLE Savings Program How important is stability, peace of mind or independence to you? These qualities are always top of…
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New rankings show healthiest and least healthy counties in South Carolina
March 29, 2023
Beaufort County ranks the healthiest in South Carolina and Allendale is the least healthy county in the state, according to new County Health Rankings data from the University of Wisconsin…
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St. Pat’s in Five Points announces band line up
January 19, 2023
St. Pat’s in Five Points, one the Southeast’s largest St. Patrick’s Day festivals, announces its 2023 band lineup for the 41st annual event, which returns on Saturday, March 18 in…
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A Conversation with Secretary of Commerce, Joe Taylor
December 29, 2022
MidlandsBiz: Where were you born and raised? Joe Taylor: I was born at Providence Hospital right here in Columbia, South Carolina. I was raised here, went to Wofford College, came…
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Stacey Mills tapped to lead Greenville Racial Equity and Economic Mobility (REEM) Commission
April 13, 2022
Upstate pastor and community leader brings impactful leadership to harness power of education and opportunity to tackle racial inequity in Greenville The Greenville Racial Equity and Economic Mobility (REEM) Commission…
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Flock and Rally promotes Mary Kate Korpita to Director of Brand Strategy
November 8, 2021
Flock and Rally, a full-service, women-owned communications and marketing agency based in Columbia, S.C., has announced the promotion of Mary Kate Korpita to director of brand strategy. Korpita, who transitioned…
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Lima One Capital’s Josh Craig named Mortgage Industry Rising Star by HousingWire
June 2, 2021
The Chief Revenue Officer of Lima One Capital, Josh Craig, has been named one of HousingWire’s 50 Rising Stars of 2021 “Josh has led our sales teams from a full…
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Lima One Capital’s Josh Woodward honored with inaugural HousingWire award
May 4, 2021
Josh Woodward, the Chief Financial Officer for Lima One Capital, has been named as one of HousingWire’s 2021 Top Finance Leaders in the residential mortgage industry. HousingWire’s newest award honors…
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Bogardus and Teachey establish Noble Aim Consulting
April 28, 2021
Expert change management professionals Dr. Laura Bogardus and Mike Teachey have joined forces to establish Noble Aim Consulting, a company with a mission to help coalitions build the capacity to…
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Just Say Something hold holiday Honey Baked Ham Fundraiser – April 4
March 15, 2021
Just Say Something is holding an online, Honey Baked Ham Fundraiser now through Easter, Sunday, April 4, 2021. It centers around holidays that involve families sitting down together to eat…
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Rebuild Upstate adds three new members to its Board of Directors
February 8, 2021
Three members of the Upstate business community have joined the Rebuild Upstate board of directors. The new board members are Peggy Chamblee of Countybank, Preston Ogelsby of Brasfield & Gorrie,…
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BASF donates $5,000 to Project Lifesaver
January 13, 2021
BASF’s Converse, South Carolina location has donated $5,000 to the Spartanburg County Sheriff’s Office to aid Project Lifesaver. Project Lifesaver is the premier search and rescue program operated internationally by…
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Upstate Mediation Center announces 2020 Peacemaker Award
January 11, 2021
The Upstate Mediation Center (“UMC”) is pleased to announce the 2020 Peacemaker Award recipient is Meliah Bowers Jefferson. Ms. Jefferson was nominated for her work in organizing the Lawyers Standing…
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Endeavor hosts virtual Collaborators & Cocktails with TED Talks Daily podcast host and NPR newswoman Elise Hu
January 11, 2021
Endeavor, a coworking space in downtown Greenville’s LEED-certified ONE tower, announces that it will host its next Collaborators & Cocktails speaker series with TED Talks Daily podcast host and NPR…
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Old Cigar Warehouse honored by App NACE
December 1, 2020
The Old Cigar Warehouse has been honored as the Venue of the Year by the Appalachian chapter of the National Association for Catering and Events. Located in downtown Greenville, The…
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National real estate app launches in Greenville
October 21, 2020
An app designed to streamline the home buying and selling process has launched exclusively with listings from the Greater Greenville Association of Realtors. Quitchet allows buyers to access accurate direct…
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Local organizations partner for community-wide Day of Action event, Sunday September 27th at 5pm, Barnet Park
September 24, 2020
On Sunday September 27th at 5pm United Way of the Piedmont, the Spartanburg County Public Library, the Spartanburg Clergy Initiative and The Purpose Place will host a community activation in…
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Kopis’ Dant named to Best and Brightest Under 35
September 15, 2020
Sarah Dant, an account manager with software developer Kopis, has been named to Greenville Business Magazine’s Best and Brightest Under 35 List. Dant joined Kopis as an Account Manager in…
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Kopis named fifth best place to work in South Carolina
September 10, 2020
Kopis is at it again. South Carolina Chamber of Commerce and SC Biz News named Greenville software company Kopis the fifth best place to work in South Carolina. The designation…
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Hayne Hipp, Founder of the Liberty Fellowship
September 1, 2020
By Alan Cooper This article was originally published on our sites in 2010. UpstateBizSC: What is your professional background? Hayne Hipp: For 26 years, I was CEO of Liberty Corporation,…
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Greenville based software company Kopis named to Inc. 5000 list for second time
August 14, 2020
One of South Carolina’s technology leaders has earned its second consecutive ranking on the Inc. 5000 list. Kopis was ranked 2,901 on the list – up from 3,001 last year.…
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BRIGHT+CO CEO Jennifer Sutton honored as 2020 Woman of Influence
February 20, 2020
BRIGHT+CO Marketing Founder and Chief Executive Officer Jennifer Sutton has been recognized as one of the Upstate South Carolina region’s Women of Influence by GSA Business Report. Nominated by readers…
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Motor Supply Co. Bistro in Columbia, S.C., celebrates 30th anniversary
December 3, 2019
Pioneering farm-to-table restaurant commemorates milestone with December specials It has been three decades since Motor Supply Co. Bistro in Columbia, S.C. — one of Columbia’s longest-standing restaurants — first opened…
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Ten at the Top to hold workshop focused on senior transportation needs
August 12, 2019
As part of an ongoing series addressing issues facing seniors in the Upstate, Ten at the Top will be hosting a workshop focused on transportation needs of seniors on Thursday,…
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The Old Cigar Warehouse to host silent disco for Moon Landing Anniversary
July 12, 2019
The Old Cigar Warehouse is breaking entertainment barriers once again, this time with a silent disco in honor of the 50th Anniversary of the Moon Landing. A growing trend in…
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Old Cigar Warehouse hosts venue showcase
February 7, 2019The Old Cigar Warehouse will be hosting a venue showcase on February 21st. From 4-7p.m., the space will be set up as a mock ceremony and reception so engaged couples…
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Old Cigar Warehouse hosts venue showcase
February 7, 2019
The Old Cigar Warehouse will be hosting a venue showcase on February 21st. From 4-7p.m., the space will be set up as a mock ceremony and reception so engaged couples…
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Tim Williams PK-12 School Design and Construction
January 30, 2019
We love the idea of designing schools that foster learning and collaboration. Timothy D. Williams, AIA, from Stevens & Wilkinson, has more than 30 years of experience managing teams for K-12 facilities, hospitals,…
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A Conversation with Robby Aull and Christine Adams, Healthcare Trends, Including Tunable Lighting
August 27, 2018
The healthcare field is ever-changing. With advancements in operational models and technology, architecture, engineering and interior design firm Stevens & Wilkinson shared their thoughts about some of the upcoming design…
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Complete Public Relations honored with AVA Gold for blog writing 2018
February 5, 2018
Complete Public Relations’ blog earned a Gold Award from AVA Digital. AVA Digital Awards is an international competition that recognizes excellence by creative professionals responsible for the planning, concept, direction,…
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Complete Public Relations honored with AVA Gold for blog writing 2018
February 5, 2018
Complete Public Relations’ blog earned a Gold Award from AVA Digital. AVA Digital Awards is an international competition that recognizes excellence by creative professionals responsible for the planning, concept, direction,…
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A Conversation with Grover and Tonya Martin, Owners, ProSource
July 13, 2017
By Alan Cooper UpstateBizSC: What is your education? Grover Martin: I graduated from NC State for my undergraduate degree and Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland for my graduate…
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A Conversation with Mary Beth Gillis, Midland Mortgage
December 14, 2016
By Alan Cooper The incredible story behind Midland Mortgage, a woman-owned company that has been in business for 34 years. All said and done, Mary Beth Gillis has been…
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A Conversation with Beth Paul, General Manager, Bon Secours Wellness Arena
October 1, 2016
Beth Paul has been working at the Bon Secours Wellness Arena on and off since she graduated from Presbyterian College in 1999. Today, she is the General Manager of a…
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A Conversation with Lindsey Graham
January 9, 2016
Senator Lindsey Graham discuss his experiences in the 2016 campaign and look ahead to major issues confronting our nation this year. A Conversation with Lindsey Graham, Senator from South Carolina…
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