Columbia Museum of Art September 2026 Calendar
August 16, 2026
EXHIBITIONS Body Matters On view August 22, 2026, through January 3, 2027 The human body is essential to craft. This genre of art is rooted in physical labor, tactile knowledge,…
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Greenville County Schools resets classroom expectations: Grade floors scrapped, new AI rules take effect
August 16, 2026
When students across the Golden Strip head back to class, they will face a renewed focus on academic accountability and a clear set of digital boundaries. Greenville County Schools is…
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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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Squirrel scavenger hunt invites young visitors to explore Laurens County Museum
August 15, 2026
The Laurens County Museum is giving young visitors a new reason to look closely at its exhibits. Eight squirrels are hidden throughout the museum, and children are invited to track…
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Citizens Across the Southeast Invited to Participate in the 2026 Great Southeast Pollinator Census
August 12, 2026
Citizens, gardeners, and nature enthusiasts across the Southeastern United States are gearing up to take part in a vital regional conservation initiative later this month. The 2026 Great Southeast Pollinator…
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Richard Layman honored with prestigious Governor’s Award in the Humanities
August 12, 2026
South Carolina Humanities Recognizes Layman Publishing Leader in Company’s 50th Year Richard Layman of Layman Publishing Partners was announced as a recipient of the Governor’s Award in the Humanities at…
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New Muller Road Middle School principal announced
August 12, 2026
Richland School District Two announced the appointment of Melanie Cleare Williams as the new principal of Muller Road Middle School. Williams brings more than 25 years of experience in education,…
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Midlands Technical College celebrates Youth Apprenticeship Signing Day
August 12, 2026
This summer, six Midlands Technical College (MTC) dual enrollment students from Richland School District Two were selected to be youth apprentices with Prisma Health. These students will be working at…
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USC expands faculty pipeline to strengthen South Carolina’s nursing workforce
August 12, 2026
A successful University of South Carolina program that prepares future nursing faculty is expanding statewide to help address one of South Carolina’s biggest healthcare workforce challenges. Expanding Nursing Faculty Pipeline…
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CCSD partners with Palmetto Excel to expand pathways to high school diplomas for adult learners
August 12, 2026
Charleston County School District (CCSD) is partnering with Palmetto Excel to expand opportunities for adult learners to earn a high school diploma and prepare for their next steps in college,…
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Friends of the Waccamaw Library announces call for book donations to support community programs
August 11, 2026
The Friends of the Waccamaw Library (FOWL) is asking community members and book lovers to clear off their bookshelves for a good cause. FOWL is currently accepting donations of gently-used…
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Georgetown County School District students continue academic growth on 2026 SC READY Assessments
August 11, 2026
Georgetown County School District (GCSD) students continued to build on multiple years of academic growth in English Language Arts (ELA) and Mathematics, according to the 2026 South Carolina College- and…
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Newberry College launches student mural competition for fitness center
August 11, 2026
Newberry College is inviting elementary, middle, and high school students throughout Newberry County to showcase their creativity through the Strength in Community Mural Competition, a community initiative that will transform…
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Adjunct Instructors for Master of Business Analytics Program
August 10, 2026
Adjunct Instructors for Master of Business Analytics Program University of South Carolina Upstate Start Date: Fall 2026 Position Type: Part-time / In-person The Johnson College of Business and Economics at…
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District 56 2025–2026 State Assessment Results and Academic Achievement
August 10, 2026
The South Carolina State Department of Education recently released state assessment results for the 2025–2026 school year. South Carolina Superintendent of Education Ellen Weaver has established two ambitious goals for…
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First Day of School Reminder: Mauldin Fire Department Issues Traffic Safety Guidelines
August 10, 2026
With students set to return to the classroom on Tuesday, August 11, the Mauldin Fire Department is urging drivers to stay vigilant, slow down, and prioritize road safety throughout local…
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Mary Black Foundation awards $6 million to Vital Spartanburg
August 10, 2026
The Mary Black Foundation has made a $6 million investment into a new initiative, a community-wide action plan for mental and behavioral health. Vital Spartanburg aims to address the mental…
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U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary offers Boating Safety Certification Class in Pawleys Island
August 10, 2026
Flotilla 12-10 (Georgetown, SC) of the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary will host an 8-hour Boating Safety Certification Class on Friday, August 28, and Saturday, August 29. This two-part course…
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The official Golden Strip News back to school checklist
August 10, 2026
In the quiet days of summer mornings in the Golden Strip are officially coming to a close. Backpacks are stuffed, lunchboxes are waiting by the door, and alarm clocks across…
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Crown + Bloom Coffee Co. launches teacher and homeschool educator appreciation discount for back-to-school week
August 10, 2026
As local students prepare to head back to the classroom, Crown + Bloom Coffee Co. is kicking off the new academic year with a special promotion honoring local educators. In…
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HTC invests in Horry County’s youngest learners through expanded Ready, Set, Kindergarten partnership
August 10, 2026
Cooperative Sponsorship Helps United Way of Horry County Expand Kindergarten Readiness Program to Six Elementary Schools Across Horry County HTC, the largest telecommunications cooperative in the United States, is investing…
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From Curiosity to Discovery: Presbyterian College students showcase a summer of asking bigger questions
August 10, 2026
Summer Research Symposium highlights student scholarship while keynote speaker Tomeika Bennett challenges researchers to ask not what they want to become—but what problems they want to solve. The most important…
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Lander Students Receive Scholarships from Mays Endowment
August 9, 2026
The Greenwood County Community Foundation has awarded five Dr. Benjamin E. Mays Endowment scholarships to five students, four of whom are continuing their education at Lander University. The foundation, in…
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CCSD names new Director of Safety and Risk Services
August 6, 2026
CCSD has named Nancy Johnson as its new Director of Safety and Risk Services. Johnson brings more than 25 years of experience in risk management, insurance administration, workplace safety, and…
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The Greenville Technical Foundation receives Truist Foundation grant to support workforce training at College’s Center for Welding and Automation Excellence
August 6, 2026
The Greenville Tech Foundation has received a grant from Truist Foundation to fund a pipe rack simulator for Greenville Technical College’s new Center for Welding and Automation Excellence (CWAE). The…
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CCSD Education Foundation announces Catherine Templeton as Interim Executive Director to lead organization’s launch
August 6, 2026
The Charleston County School District (CCSD) Education Foundation Board of Directors, by unanimous vote, announced the appointment of Catherine Templeton as Interim Executive Director, where she will lead the Foundation…
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Countdown to the first day: Golden Strip families gear up for August 11
August 5, 2026
The final stretch of summer break is officially here. Greenville County Schools will open their doors for the 2026–2027 school year on Tuesday, August 11. For families across Mauldin, Simpsonville,…
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Squeezing Out the Last Drops of Summer: The Ultimate Golden Strip Pre-School Bucket List
August 5, 2026
The countdown clock is officially ticking. With Greenville County Schools opening their doors for the new school year on Tuesday, August 11, local families are facing that annual late-summer reality…
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Greenville Triumph SC and Coca-Cola partner to deliver 600 backpacks to Sue Cleveland Elementary
August 5, 2026
Local educators received a major back-to-school boost this week as Greenville Triumph SC joined forces with Coca-Cola Consolidated to deliver 600 backpacks to teachers at Sue Cleveland Elementary School. The…
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College of Charleston Executive MBA delivers measurable leadership growth
August 5, 2026
The College of Charleston Executive MBA (EMBA), in partnership with Wisdom Works Group, has released findings from research on the program’s inaugural cohort, showing measurable improvements in leadership effectiveness among students. The…
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USC donors power a record-shattering year of giving
August 5, 2026
The University of South Carolina system raised a record $357.6 million in private support during fiscal year 2026 — the most in its history, shattering the previous fundraising record of…
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New USC program will expand access to mental healthcare for autistic youth in South Carolina
August 5, 2026
A new program at the University of South Carolina will help autistic youth throughout the state receive better mental health support thanks to a grant received from The Duke Endowment.…
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Coach Rhodes remembered as the heart and soul of Clinton High School
August 5, 2026
See photo gallery at end of article. For 65 years, the students of Laurens School District 56 could count on one thing: Coach Rhodes would be there. Bill Rhodes, 88,…
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Sadler-Hughes Apothecary serves up a back-to-school treat
August 5, 2026
Backpacks, bus routes, early alarms. A new school year asks a lot of everybody, and a few weeks in is right about when the novelty wears off. Sadler-Hughes Apothecary has…
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Clinton schools go head to head for a food truck lunch at back-to-school event
August 3, 2026
Clinton teachers have a reason to show up in force Aug. 13, and a free lunch is on the line. The City of Clinton will host its back-to-school event Thursday,…
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Lander professor, student honored for community service and leadership
August 3, 2026
Lander University faculty member Dr. Franklin Rausch and senior Isabella Young have been recognized by the Issaqueena Chapter, National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (NSDAR) for their outstanding commitment…
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Palmetto Citizens officially opens first Georgia branches
August 3, 2026
Four East Georgia Branches Officially Transition to Palmetto Citizens Federal Credit Union After Successful Acquisition Aug. 3 marks the first official day of service as four former Southern Bank locations…
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State public safety officials urge drivers to review school bus stop laws as classes resume
August 2, 2026
With students across South Carolina heading back to classrooms, the South Carolina Department of Public Safety is reminding motorists to brush up on state law governing when drivers must stop…
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Black River United Way to host Parenting in the Park seminar in September
July 31, 2026
Parents, caregivers, neighbors, and caring adults are invited to attend Parenting in the Park, a free family seminar designed to offer encouragement, connection, and practical parenting tools in a welcoming community…
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SCDES announces Back-to-School resources for South Carolina teachers
July 31, 2026
As South Carolina teachers prepare for a new school year, the S.C. Department of Environmental Services (SCDES) is offering grants, free classroom resources and educational programs that help students explore…
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Waccamaw Library announces Fall 2026 “Writing the Tide” workshop series
July 30, 2026
Local writers and aspiring authors can hone their craft this fall as the Waccamaw Library hosts its “Writing the Tide” monthly writing workshop series from August through December 2026. Facilitated…
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Learn To Drive Academy
July 30, 2026
Learn To Drive Academy provides driver education in Columbia, SC, for teens and adults. Services include virtual classroom instruction, behind-the-wheel lessons, defensive driving, parking practice, highway driving, and SCDMV-approved road…
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Introducing a new entrepreneur training from CommunityWorks
July 29, 2026
Introducing a brand-new, 10-week virtual entrepreneur development program from CommunityWorks, led by entrepreneur Ebony Sharonda. Participants will gain the tools and strategies needed to move beyond simply managing a business to intentionally leading…
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College of Charleston and Spartanburg Community College announce strategic partnership to expand educational opportunities
July 29, 2026
College of Charleston (CofC) and Spartanburg Community College (SCC) announced a new partnership designed to strengthen educational pathways and expand opportunities for students across South Carolina. This collaboration, part of…
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Statehouse Push Fails: More Homeschool-Style Students Set to Receive S.C. Voucher Scholarships
July 29, 2026
More students educated at home will receive taxpayer-funded scholarships under South Carolina’s state voucher program this upcoming school year after a legislative push by state lawmakers to restrict the practice…
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Statehouse Push Fails: More Homeschool-Style Students Set to Receive S.C. Voucher Scholarships
July 29, 2026
More students educated at home will receive taxpayer-funded scholarships under South Carolina’s state voucher program this upcoming school year after a legislative push by state lawmakers to restrict the practice…
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SCDES Offers Environmental Education Grants and Free Resources for South Carolina Teachers
July 29, 2026
As South Carolina educators prepare for the upcoming school year, the S.C. Department of Environmental Services (SCDES) has announced a slate of environmental education grants, free classroom materials, and hands-on…
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Back-to-School Readiness: The Complete Golden Strip Guide for the 2026–2027 Academic Year
July 29, 2026
With summer winding down across Greenville County, families throughout Mauldin, Simpsonville, and Fountain Inn are shifting gears for the return to the classroom. Greenville County Schools (GCS)—the state’s largest public…
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Holocaust exhibit to visit Southern Georgetown Library in August
July 29, 2026
A traveling exhibit dedicated to the unique stories of children during the Holocaust will be on display at the Southern Georgetown Community Library Aug. 5 through 29. Titled “Stars Without…
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Mathnasium of Lexington announces new ownership, new location, and grand opening celebration
July 29, 2026
Longstanding Lexington math learning center begins new chapter with continued commitment to student confidence and success. Mathnasium of Lexington is entering an exciting new chapter with a transition in ownership,…
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