Quackenbush Architects + Planners announces new architectural intern
June 12, 2024
Quackenbush Architects + Planners is pleased to announce and welcome Christina Wise, Associate AIA, to the Q+ team as a new architectural intern. Wise, who grew up in Clinton, South…
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Healthy Learners welcomes new Community Manager Charline Dickerson
June 12, 2024
Healthy Learners is pleased to announce the appointment of Charline Dickerson as the new Community Manager for the Midlands region. Charline has a wealth of experience in social work and…
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South Carolina Virtual Charter School highlights 2024 graduates at commencement ceremony
June 12, 2024
South Carolina Virtual Charter School (SCVCS), a COGNIA and NCAA-accredited, full-time free online public charter school, honored its class of 2024 during an in-person graduation ceremony on May 30 at…
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SC Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics Foundation receives $50,000 grant to scale the GoSciTech Summer Camps to serve more students
June 11, 2024
The SC Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics Foundation has been awarded a $50,000 grant from Power:Ed, the philanthropy of SC Student Loan Corporation, to support the continued growth and…
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Upstate Honors student wins Astronaut Scholarship
June 11, 2024
Maggie Marte from Williamston, South Carolina, always knew she was interested in physics. However, a science experiment in a Clemson University physics lab led her down the path of her…
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JEDA issues $30.4 million in Bonds for improvements at Wofford College
June 11, 2024
The South Carolina Jobs-Economic Development Authority (JEDA) has issued $30,385,000 in Economic Development Revenue Bonds for Wofford College. Proceeds of the bonds will be used to finance improvements in student…
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Richland One Superintendent Dr. Craig Witherspoon named Superintendent of the Year by SC Alliance of Black School Educators
June 10, 2024
Richland One Superintendent Dr. Craig Witherspoon has been named the 2024 Superintendent of the Year by the South Carolina Alliance of Black School Educators (SCABSE). Dr. Witherspoon was honored during…
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Quenetta White selected to help lead CCSD elementary schools
June 10, 2024Charleston County School District (CCSD) is delighted to announce Quenetta White as an Executive Director of the Elementary Learning Community. White has served as an interim Executive Director of the…
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Francine Mitchell selected to help lead CCSD elementary schools
June 10, 2024Charleston County School District (CCSD) is delighted to announce Francine Mitchell as an Executive Director of the Elementary Learning Community. Mitchell has served as an interim Executive Director of the…
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Lambs Elementary School principal selected to help lead CCSD elementary schools
June 10, 2024Charleston County School District (CCSD) is delighted to announce Jamie McCarthy as an Executive Director of the Elementary Learning Community. McCarthy has served as principal at Lambs Elementary School since…
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CCSD welcomes new finance leader
June 10, 2024Charleston County School District (CCSD) is delighted to announce and welcome Jessica Carraher as Executive Director of Financial Services. Carraher joins the district from Dorchester County where she served as…
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Celebrating 30 Years of Innovation: Muse Machine S.T.E.A.M. Institute
June 10, 2024
The Chapman Cultural Center is excited to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the Muse Machine S.T.E.A.M. Institute from June 24th to 28th, 2024. This event marks three decades of enhancing…
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Go Baby Go: PC Occupational Therapy Team Adapts Ride-On Toy Cars to Support Children with Special Needs
June 9, 2024
Together with advisors, members of the community and academic partners, a group of students from the PC OTD program added new switches, seat rests, harnesses and lap belts to help…
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Save the Date for the Annual Fill the Cruiser School Supply Drive!
June 9, 2024
School has just let out for the summer, and kids are diving into their summer groove, but now is the perfect time to start preparing for the upcoming school year…
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Presbyterian College to Host 2025 South Carolina Science Olympiad
June 6, 2024
Presbyterian College will host the state’s premiere science competition for K-12 students beginning in 2025. The S.C. Science Olympiad will be held on campus next spring, bringing hundreds of young…
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Countybank Foundation donation supports Terrific Kids program
June 6, 2024
The Countybank Foundation, established in 1971 representing Countybank and Greenwood Capital, donated $1,000 to the Kiwanis Club of Simpsonville. The donation will be used to purchase supplies to support the…
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Laurens County Sheriff Addresses Scams Targeting Seniors at Martha Franks Retirement Community
June 5, 2024
Sheriff Don Reynolds recently visited the Martha Franks Retirement Community to raise awareness about the various scams that often target senior citizens. His presentation highlighted the importance of recognizing and…
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PTC Honors College Students Enjoy Memorable DC Trip
June 5, 2024
This spring, a group of eight Piedmont Technical College (PTC) Honors Program students visited the nation’s seat of government to view monuments, visit historic sites and museums, and tour four-year…
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Ringling Readers: Elephant Toothpaste Extravaganza!
June 5, 2024
Step right up to the Laurens Library (1017 W. Main Street) for an unforgettable experience at “Ringling Readers: Craft Time!” On June 13 at 2 pm, the library will host…
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Lander University was Part of Banana Ball’s Early History
June 5, 2024
Billed as “The Greatest Show in Sports” by ESPN, the Savannah Bananas are one of the hottest sports teams in the country. With their zany antics and unique rules, The…
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Catawba Trail Elementary School principal and R2i2 Student Innovation Center director announced
June 5, 2024
Richland Two continues its tradition of producing school leaders and promotes two assistant principals to lead schools. Dr. Tia Jones will be the principal at Catawba Trail Elementary and Alan…
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Clemson’s Art program adds graphic design studio
June 5, 2024
Clemson University’s Department of Art is expanding with the addition of the graphic design studio in response to the growing demand for interdisciplinary skills in digital media. Beginning in Fall…
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New interactive map allows easy touring of Clemson’s communityBUILD sites around Charleston
June 5, 2024
The Clemson Architecture Center, Charleston (CAC.C) has developed a new resource that highlights and provides a story map for friends of Clemson to engage with structures designed and constructed by…
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skillsgapp launches two new Skillionaire Games
June 5, 2024
Skillionaire Games help to meet South Carolina’s rising demand for skilled talent in advanced manufacturing and healthcare In response to a statewide demand for skilled talent pipelines in both advanced…
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Five Clemson students and alums awarded prestigious Fulbright scholarships
June 5, 2024
Three Clemson students and two alums are preparing to travel to the Czech Republic, Germany, Philippines, Serbia and Scotland after being awarded Fulbright U.S. Student grants, a highly competitive scholarship…
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CIU offering financial aid relief to students with parents in ministry; Several new scholarships announced
June 5, 2024
New full-time undergraduate students whose parents are employed in Christian ministry can now have 100% of their tuition covered at Columbia International University. The new “Parent in Ministry and Missionary…
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Greenville Technical College holds adjunct faculty virtual networking and hiring event
June 4, 2024
A virtual networking and hiring event will connect qualified adjunct faculty applicants with department representatives who have hiring needs at Greenville Technical College. The event will be held on Tuesday,…
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Converse University, Horry-Georgetown Technical College sign articulation agreement
June 4, 2024
Converse University and Horry-Georgetown Technical College (HGTC) have established a new block transfer articulation agreement allowing seamless credit transfer between the two institutions, facilitating student success and celebrating collaboration. Leaders…
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Google.org to provide funding for a Trident Technical College cybersecurity clinic
June 4, 2024
Trident Technical College (TTC) has been selected to receive $1 million in grant funding and wraparound support from Google’s Cybersecurity Clinics Fund to establish the TTC Cybersecurity Operations Clinic. The funding from…
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Discover the Triumphs of the South Carolina Patriot Militia at Laurens County Museum
June 4, 2024
Experience the riveting story of South Carolina’s transformation from oppression to victory! After the fall of Charleston, the darkest days of British rule began. However, what started as a bleak…
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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis celebrates 26 educators in SC Financial Literacy Master Teacher program
June 3, 2024
South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis to recognize the fifth cohort of educators who have qualified to become South Carolina Financial Literacy Master Teachers. This year’s Bronze level cohort included 26…
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Dominion Energy awards $50,000 to Midlands Technical College Foundation
June 3, 2024
Dominion Energy has donated $50,000 to the Midlands Technical College (MTC) Foundation to fund Career Launch Grants for students in high-demand professions such as welder, HVAC technician, automotive technician, and…
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Three students named Michelin Tech Scholars
June 3, 2024
Spring Valley High School will host a Michelin Signing Day on Tuesday, June 4, 2024, at noon to recognize their Michelin Tech Scholars. Class of 2024 graduates Zachary Fowler, Owen…
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St. Andrews Middle School student accepted into prestigious Michigan Arts Academy
June 3, 2024
Xavion Boyd-Gray, an eighth-grade student at St. Andrews Middle School, has been accepted into the world-renowned Interlochen Arts Academy at the Interlochen Center for the Arts in Michigan. Interlochen Arts…
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Richland One to provide free meals to children June 3-July 18
June 3, 2024
Again this summer, Richland One will provide free meals to any child age 18 or younger, regardless of their school district attendance zone, through the federally-funded Seamless Summer Option. From…
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Colleen Knauer selected to help lead CCSD middle schools
June 3, 2024Charleston County School District (CCSD) announced Dr. Colleen Knauer as Executive Director of the Middle School Learning Community. Knauer has served as the Principal of Special Projects and Support for…
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Michael De Jong to lead CCSD’s Turning Point Academy
June 3, 2024Charleston County School District (CCSD) announces that interim principal, Michael De Jong has been appointed principal at Turning Point Academy (TPA). De Jong has skillfully led TPA since August 2023.…
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Corey McDonald selected to lead Clark Academy
June 3, 2024Charleston County School District (CCSD) announces and welcomes Corey McDonald as principal at Septima P. Clark Academy. McDonald has served as an assistant principal at Burke High School for the…
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WAHS Principal selected to help lead CCSD high schools
June 3, 2024Charleston County School District (CCSD) announces and welcomes Ryan Cumback as Executive Director of the High School Learning Community. Cumback has served in Charleston County schools for the past 18…
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Two Richland One seniors awarded $20,000 Rotary Club scholarships
June 3, 2024
Two Richland One seniors have been selected to receive $20,000 scholarships from the Columbia Rotary Club. W.J. Keenan High School senior Aarav Patel and Eau Claire High School senior James…
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Explore Summer Fun with Laurens County Library System’s New Children’s Museum Passes
June 3, 2024
This summer, the Laurens County Library System is offering an exciting opportunity for families to enjoy educational and fun experiences at The Children’s Museum of the Upstate. Patrons are invited…
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Laurens 55 Announces Return of Summer Feeding Program
June 2, 2024
Summer Feeding is coming soon to a school near you! Beat the summer heat with a refreshing and FREE summer meal for any child in your household or care, 18…
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Laurens County School District 55 2024 Summer Programs
June 2, 2024
Engaging Academic Activities to Prepare for Next School Year As the summer approaches, Laurens County School District 55 (LCSD55) is excited to announce a variety of enriching summer programs designed…
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Kennedy Mortuary to Host Informative Seminar Series: Pastries in the Parlor
June 2, 2024
On June 26, from 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM, the Kennedy Mortuary will launch a new seminar series titled “Pastries in the Parlor,” designed to educate and empower the community.…
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June Yard and Garden Tips
June 2, 2024
Summertime has arrived! With school out and family vacations on the horizon, it’s easy to overlook yard maintenance. This spring’s ample rainfall has everything flourishing. Here are some essential yard…
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Class of 2024 graduates from South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics
May 31, 2024
The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science and Mathematics (GSSM) held its 35th Annual Commencement Ceremony, drawing nearly 130 families from across the state to Hartsville to honor their graduates.…
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Hundreds of educators gather for a day of learning at the EPI Center’s annual conference
May 30, 2024
As the school year ends, hundreds of educators gathered in Columbia for a full day of learning. The Center of Excellence for Educator Preparation and Innovation at Voorhees University (EPI…
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SMC to launch online General Studies Degree benefitting returning adult learners
May 29, 2024
Partnership with OneSpartanburg’s Re:Degree Initiative is Focused on Increasing College Completion Spartanburg Methodist College (SMC) is launching a new online bachelor’s degree that provides a clear path to a degree…
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Meet the winners of The We 360° Business Pitch Competition
May 29, 2024
WE 360° | Empowering women of color entrepreneurs by providing them with comprehensive support to overcome barriers in business. Through our program, we equip these visionary leaders with the necessary tools…
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Tri-County STEMersion receives $25,000 grant from Power:Ed to support expansion of annual STEMersion Institute
May 29, 2024
Dorchester County Economic Development accepted a grant of $25,000, on behalf of Tri-County STEMersion, a nonprofit dedicated to bridging the gap between industry needs and local education by integrating high-demand…
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