Thornwell’s 9th President, Rev. Elliot Smith Retires
August 3, 2021
Thornwell’s 9th President, Rev. Elliot Smith is scheduled to retire on Friday, August 6th. In his ten years serving as president, Smith’s humble leadership is credited for Thornwell’s growth in…
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Donation benefits workforce development in South Carolina Midlands
August 3, 2021
Strategic Development Group has given $12,000 to the Midlands Technical College Foundation to fund scholarships for students in QuickJobs. “MTC’s QuickJobs training programs are a proven contributor to workforce preparation…
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Clinton’s Bill Tiller to Lead Newberry College’s Athletics Development
August 3, 2021
Newberry College has appointed William “Bill” Tiller as director of development for athletics. In his new role, Tiller will work to bolster support for Wolves athletics. The Clinton native comes…
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LCSO School Supply Drive this Friday
August 3, 2021
And just like that it’s time to get the kids ready to go back to school. The Laurens County Sheriff’s Office is helping out with their annual School Supply Drive will…
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Meet the New Principal at Sanders Middle School
August 3, 2021
The public is invited to join the Sanders Middle School Administration Team at a Meet the Principal event Saturday, August 7, 2021, from 10-11:30 am. The event will be held…
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University of South Carolina Mask Mandate Deemed to be in Violation of State Law
August 3, 2021
Representative Stewart Jones (SC House District 14) authored and passed two provisos (117.190 and 1.108) in the FY21-22 budget that ensured mask mandates and vaccine passports could not be forced in…
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Two College of Charleston professors receive Fulbright Awards to teach, study abroad
August 2, 2021
Two College of Charleston professors have received Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program awards for the 2021–22 academic year. Professors Adem Ali and Richard Bodek will head to different parts of the globe in the international…
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New VP of enrollment and marketing chosen for CSU
August 2, 2021
After a nationwide search this spring, Charleston Southern University is pleased to announce Dr. Anthony Turner as its new vice president of enrollment and marketing. Dr. Turner begins Monday, August…
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LCSD 55 New Student School Registration in Full Swing
August 2, 2021
Where did the summer go? With the first day of school just around the corner (August 17th), parents preparing to send new students to LCSD 55 for the 2021-2022 school…
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LCSD 55 Drive Thru Supply Pick Up Scheduled for Tuesday, August 3rd
August 2, 2021
The Laurens County School District 55 Back to School Drive Thru Supply Pick Up is scheduled for Tuesday, August 3rd. Basic school supplies and back packs will be available for…
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Fifty-five complete Doctor of Chiropractic program at Sherman College
July 30, 2021Fifty-five students from around the world received the doctor of chiropractic degree from Sherman College of Chiropractic in Spartanburg, SC, on Saturday, June 12, 2021. The college’s 140th and 141st…
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S.C. Department of Education Announces $14.7 Million Investment to Expand Early Childhood Education Initiatives
July 29, 2021
State Superintendent of Education Molly Spearman announced the funding of several early childhood education and parenting support initiatives as part of South Carolina’s response to the impact of COVID-19 on…
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Two Year Old Lead Teacher
July 29, 2021
FIRST PRESBYTERIAN WEEKDAY PRESCHOOL is now accepting applications for a Lead Teacher (2 year old) and a teacher assistant for the 2021-2022 school year. Applications can be picked up at…
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DHEC recommends vaccinations, mask use, in school guidance for K-12 2021-2022 academic year
July 29, 2021
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) has issued its COVID-19 interim guidance for K-12 schools as students, teachers, parents, and staff all prepare for the 2021-2022…
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First Presbyterian Clinton Weekday Preschool seeking lead teacher for the two-year-old class.
July 29, 2021
FIRST PRESBYTERIAN WEEKDAY PRESCHOOL is now accepting applications for a Lead Teacher (2-year-old) and a teacher assistant for the 2021-2022 school year. Applications can be picked up at the church…
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Piedmont Technical College Schedules ‘Instant Admission’ Event for August 3
July 28, 2021
Piedmont Technical College (PTC) will hold an “Instant Admission Day” for the fall semester Tuesday, Aug. 3, 2021, at the Lex Walters Campus-Greenwood Enrollment Center. Participants can get accepted on…
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The NEXT School hosts free, public COVID-19 vaccine clinics
July 28, 2021
The NEXT School, a South Carolina public charter high school with campuses in Greenville, SC (NEXT High School) and Salem, SC (NEXT School Eagle Ridge), is gearing up for the…
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Steven Rayzer named Principal of Learn4Life-North Charleston High School
July 28, 2021
Important hire at new public high school will oversee personalized learning and job skills training program for at-risk students in the community NORTH CHARLESTON, SC – Local educator Steven Rayzer…
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SC Department of Education Statement on New CDC Recommendations
July 27, 2021
Breaking News from the SC Department of Education (7/27/2021): Today, the CDC announced that they are recommending universal indoor masking for all teachers, staff, students, and visitors to K-12 schools,…
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Fall semester at Trident Tech shaped by lessons learned during pandemic
July 26, 2021
After moving most classes online, employing new technologies and developing new teaching methodologies during the pandemic, Trident Technical College is not going back to business as usual this fall. “Trident…
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Greenville Technical College strengthens commitment to learner success with Quality Matters membership
July 26, 2021
Greenville Technical College (GTC) has joined Quality Matters (QM) — the international leader for quality assurance in online and innovative digital teaching and learning environments. Membership, which includes 1,500 organizations,…
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Greenville Technical College student selected as 2021 Coca-Cola Leaders of Promise Scholar
July 26, 2021
David O’Quinn, a Greenville Technical College student majoring in Graphic Design, is one of 207 Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) members named a 2021 Coca-Cola Leaders of Promise Scholar and will…
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Midlands Technical College Foundation elects new board member
July 26, 2021
The Midlands Technical College Foundation Board has a new member. Eddie Goff is an Asset Protection Manager at Michelin North America and his first term is from July 2021 –…
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Work on replacement for Capers Hall brings research home for longtime Citadel engineering professor
July 26, 2021
Nationally renowned Citadel professor is an expert on the structural elements that make the building foundation safe and resilient As the old Capers Hall is being torn down, the work…
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PTC is Ready When Technology Changes on the Fly
July 26, 2021
One compelling result of a year punctuated by telecommuting and online meetings has been a heightened corporate awareness of the need to protect information systems from cyberattack. The demand for…
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Wingard’s Market featured in Garden & Gun Magazine online
July 26, 2021
Wingard’s Market, the Midlands premier full-service garden and plant center’s Zach Steinhauser, along with Captain Kenny Hardee, recently set sail on one of its daily purple martin tours with special…
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Ridge View High School wins 12 State Communication Awards
July 26, 2021
For the second year in a row, the South Carolina chapter of the National School Public Relations Association (SC/NSPRA) hosted a virtual ceremony to honor Rewards for Excellence recipients. Ridge…
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NCHS art students’ work displayed on billboards throughout the county
July 26, 2021
At the end of this past school year, students at North Charleston High School (NCHS) received the opportunity for their art to be displayed on billboards throughout the Charleston Area.…
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Wando volleyball earns national honor for fifth consecutive year
July 26, 2021
Wando High School announced the volleyball program received the USMC/AVCA Team Academic Award for the 2020-2021 season. The United States Marine Corps (USMC) and the American Volleyball Coaches Association (AVCA)…
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First accelerated MBA cohort crosses finish line
July 26, 2021
In 10 short months, six students in Charleston Southern University’s Accelerated MBA program have completed their degree. Alexander Andronica, Ana Brown, Yolanda Chang, Caitlyn Emberson, Alannah Peters and Owen Ravenel kicked off the…
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Advanced Manufacturing and Engineering Night coming to Fluor Field – August 3rd
July 26, 2021The Greenville Drive, BMW, Hubbell Lighting, and Greenville Technical College will host Advanced Manufacturing & Engineering Night at Fluor Field on Tuesday, August 3. After executing a successful “virtual” format…
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Laurens District 55 Announces Schedule Pick Up
July 25, 2021
Laurens District 55 High School has announced the following dates for schedule pick up: Schedule pick up for seniors, juniors and sophomores will take place July 26 and 27…
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PL Developments Team from Clinton Completes Supply Chain Logistics Certification
July 24, 2021
Members of the PL Developments Warehouse and Logistics team recently completed the SC Supply Chain Logistics Certification Course at Piedmont Technical College’s Economic Development and Continuing Education Division. The 10-week…
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‘Jim’ Lander Honored with New Scholarship at Lander University
July 24, 2021
Descendants of Rev. Samuel Lander, the founder of Lander University, have created a scholarship honoring his great-grandson, former South Carolina statesman, comptroller general and Lander University alumnus James Lander, who…
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Online education begins at Ben Lippen School this fall
July 23, 2021
The Crest Online (TCO), a new learning alternative from Ben Lippen School, will begin offering ninth-grade courses this fall. The ninth-grade course launch is just step one in the multi-year…
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Gov. Henry McMaster Signs the Student Identification Card Suicide Prevention Act Into Law
July 22, 2021
COLUMBIA, S.C. – Governor Henry McMaster was joined today by Lieutenant Governor Pamela S. Evette, members of the General Assembly, and state leaders for a ceremonial bill signing of S.231, the Student Identification…
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“Prelude to War” Next in Series of Revolutionary War Lectures Hosted by the Laurens County Museum
July 22, 2021
“Prelude to War” The Laurens County Museum Revolutionary War Lecture Series continues with “Prelude to War” on Tuesday, August 3, 2021, 7:00 pm, at the Witherspoon Building, 116 South Public…
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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis announces new Master Lease for College of Charleston
July 22, 2021
Funding will support energy conservation equipment needs and efficiency upgrades for campus facilities State Treasurer Curtis Loftis announced that his office recently worked with the College of Charleston to secure affordable financing…
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Richland School District Two Board of Trustees to hold board retreat on July 23-24
July 22, 2021
The Richland School District Two Board of Trustees will hold a board retreat on Friday, July 23, and Saturday, July 24, 2021. On Friday, the board retreat will be held…
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Governor’s School for Science + Mathematics Foundation Announces New Board Members and Officers
July 22, 2021
Columbia, SC ─ The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science + Mathematics (GSSM) Foundation is pleased to welcome two new members to its Board of Directors. Becky Askins is the…
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AT&T supports African American Male Scholars Initiative at Greenville Technical College
July 21, 2021AT&T is helping with closing the gap in student connectivity through a $15,000 contribution to support the African American Male Scholars Initiative (AAMSI). The contribution, given through the Greenville Tech…
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Governor’s School for Science + Mathematics Foundation announces new Board members and officers
July 21, 2021
The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science + Mathematics (GSSM) Foundation is pleased to welcome two new members to its Board of Directors. Becky Askins is the Vice President of…
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BJU unanimously approved as member of South Carolina Independent Colleges and Universities
July 21, 2021
Bob Jones University was unanimously approved as a member of the South Carolina Independent Colleges and Universities (SCICU) by the Board of Trustees Tuesday, July 21, 2021. The SCICU board includes the…
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Scholarships available for new ManuFirst SC session starting August 16
July 21, 2021
Four-week training course prepares County residents for manufacturing jobs Berkeley County residents interested in growing their qualifications for manufacturing jobs can apply for scholarships for the ManuFirst SC program HERE. This…
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College of Charleston History Professor wins prestigious fellowship
July 21, 2021
There are so many disturbing aspects of the enslavement of Africans that took place in the United States between 1619 and 1865, it’s hard to know where to begin. But…
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University of South Carolina selects leading recruiter for presidential search
July 21, 2021
R. William Funk & Associates has placed hundreds of presidents and chancellors The University of South Carolina has selected R. William Funk & Associates to assist with its search for…
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Three Former College of Charleston athletes to participate in Tokyo Olympics
July 20, 2021
For one of the most storied sailing programs in the nation, the goal year in and year out has always been the same: mentor and produce world class sailors and…
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Richland Two Institute of Innovation tackles COVID-19
July 20, 2021
Selected from a nationwide pool of applicants, Richland Two Institute of Innovation in Columbia, South Carolina was named a National Finalist in the 11th annual Samsung Solve for Tomorrow Contest, for their project to address…
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Lander University receives funding to construct new nursing building on campus
July 19, 2021
When the South Carolina General Assembly finalized its budget for the 2021-22 fiscal year, it included a record amount of new funding for Lander University. The state legislature has appropriated…
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Lander University receives funding to construct new nursing building on campus
July 19, 2021
When the South Carolina General Assembly finalized its budget for the 2021-22 fiscal year, it included a record amount of new funding for Lander University. The state legislature has appropriated…
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