GSSM 5K raises $3,615 for Night to Shine, draws 150 participants
March 3, 2026
The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics (GSSM) hosted its annual 5K for Mental Health Awareness on Saturday, Feb. 28, bringing together students, employees, and community members in…
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Love named next principal of Red Bank Elementary starting July 2026
March 3, 2026
At its February 24, 2026, meeting, the Lexington County School District One Board of Trustees approved the appointment of Tomeka Love as the next principal of Red Bank Elementary. Love…
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Greenville County Schools to Host “Shining Stars” Teacher Recruiting Event March 7
March 3, 2026
Greenville County Schools is inviting current and future educators to explore career opportunities at its upcoming Shining Stars Recruiting Event 2026, set for Saturday, March 7, 2026, at Southside High…
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SC House Advances Bill Requiring Ten Commandments in Public Classrooms
March 3, 2026
A bill that would require the Ten Commandments to be displayed in every public school and public college classroom across South Carolina has cleared the South Carolina House of Representatives,…
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Georgetown County School District announces Virtual Job Fair dates
March 2, 2026
Georgetown County School District invites certified educators to join us for our Virtual Certified Job Fair Meet & Greet Event, March 9–12, 2026. This is a great opportunity to connect…
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Lander Alumni See Success in Law School
March 2, 2026
For two Lander alumni, supportive mentors and relevant courses prepared them for success in law school and their careers as attorneys. Macy Gault and Jitwan Floyd are recent Lander alumni…
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Preparing for the Next Chapter of Leadership, Hart Praises Lander ROTC
March 2, 2026
One special attribute of Lander University is that it is a community made up of several smaller communities. There are always events on campus, clubs to join and societies to…
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Waters Lecture to feature former Obama adviser Ben Rhodes
March 2, 2026
Political strategist and bestselling author to speak March 5 at Presbyterian College The Samuel Calvin Waters Lecture in Political Science will conclude Presbyterian College’s 2025–26 lecture series on March 5…
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Clemson Professor Stefanie Whitmore to lead “Tuesdays With…” discussion on impact of microplastics
March 2, 2026
The Friends of the Georgetown Library’s monthly lecture series Tuesdays With… continues on March 17 at 10 am with a timely presentation by Stefanie Whitmire, Assistant Professor, Baruch Institute of Coastal…
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Final Call for Prince George’s Annual Tour: Secure your passage through history before March 13
March 2, 2026
Time is running out to claim your spot for one of the South Carolina’s most storied traditions. The Prince George Winyah Church Women are preparing for the 79th Annual Tour…
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Conestee Nature Preserve Announces 2026 Conservation Summer Camp Dates
March 1, 2026
Conestee Nature Preserve has opened registration for its popular Conservation Summer Camp, inviting rising third through fifth graders to trade screen time for sunshine this season. The immersive week-long day…
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Fountain Inn Fury Athletic Boosters Open 2026 Senior Scholarship Applications
March 1, 2026
The Fountain Inn Fury Athletic Booster Club has officially opened the application window for its 2026 senior student-athlete scholarships. The program is designed to recognize graduating seniors from Fountain Inn…
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Mauldin High School Football Program to Host Mandatory Parent Interest Meeting
March 1, 2026
Mauldin High School will host a football parent interest meeting for all new and returning players today, Monday, March 2, 2026. The meeting is scheduled to begin at 6:00 p.m.…
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Blue Hose Baseball Elevates O’Kevius Conway to Assistant Coach Role
March 1, 2026
Presbyterian College head baseball coach Elton Pollock has announced the promotion of O’Kevius Conway to Assistant Coach for the Blue Hose. Coach Conway is in his first season with Blue…
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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis recognizes Amanda Hannah of Dixie High School as Educator of the Month
February 27, 2026
Abbeville accountant-turned-teacher shares her love of numbers and business to equip students for life South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis has recognized Amanda ‘Mandy’ Hannah of Dixie High School as the…
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Library Evening Circulation and Building Supervisor
February 26, 2026
Evening Circulation and Building Supervisor James H. Thomason Library Presbyterian College Position Description: Reporting to the Library Director, the Evening Circulation and Building Supervisor provides efficient and courteous library circulation…
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Whisks and Wonder: South Carolina Homeschoolers Show Off Culinary Skills
February 26, 2026
The kitchen has become the ultimate classroom this season as students from across the state participate in the South Carolina Homeschool Baking Contest. From perfectly flaked pie crusts to intricately…
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Richland School District Two celebrates new National Board Certified Teachers
February 26, 2026
Richland School District Two celebrates its newest cohort of National Board Certified Teachers, recognizing their dedication to excellence in teaching and learning and their lasting impact on student success. National…
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Seeking guides for Lowcountry history: Interpretation Field School applications close soon
February 26, 2026
The College of Charleston’s Avery Research Center for African American History and Culture announce the launch of Speaking our Truths: Heritage Interpretation Field School and Internship, a unique opportunity for emerging and early career interpreters. The…
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Friends of the Georgetown Library celebrate accomplishments, elect new officers at annual meeting
February 25, 2026
The Friends of the Georgetown Library (FOGL) celebrated an impressive list of accomplishments for the past year, including raising $22,900 to support children’s and adult programming for the library. The…
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Tidelands Health invites high school students to apply for upcoming hands-on rehabilitation career event
February 25, 2026
Students interested in a career as a rehabilitation therapist are encouraged to apply for the upcoming second annual “Healing Hands: Career Pathways in Rehabilitation” program, taking place Thursday, March 19,…
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United Way of Pickens County recognizes educators at Pickens County school board meeting
February 25, 2026
United Way of Pickens County recognized a group of outstanding educators during the February 23 meeting of the School District of Pickens County Board of Trustees. The educators were honored…
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17th Annual Women’s Empowerment Conference
February 25, 2026The Women’s Empowerment Conference has partnered with AnMed Health, Tim Drummond State Farm Agency, and Foothills Community Health Care to host the 17th Annual Women’s Empowerment Conference. All women are…
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Greenville Tech Foundation adds three industry leaders to board of directors
February 25, 2026The Greenville Tech Foundation, the philanthropic partner of Greenville Technical College, has appointed Brandon Scott, Jarrell Hall, and Hunter Gibson to its board of directors, adding senior leaders from key…
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IMPH launches Foundations for Success Taskforce
February 25, 2026
The South Carolina Institute of Medicine and Public Health (IMPH), an independent, nonprofit organization working to collectively inform policy to improve health and health care in South Carolina, is launching…
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Building the Future Innovation and Opportunity at Golden Strip Career Center
February 24, 2026
As the demand for skilled professionals continues to climb across the Upstate, the Golden Strip Career Center is proving to be a powerhouse of preparation. With the 2026-2027 application window…
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Piedmont Technical College Electric Vehicle Curriculum Team receives A. Wade Martin Innovation Team of the Year Award
February 24, 2026
In recognition of its impressive accomplishments, the Piedmont Technical College (PTC) Electric Vehicle Curriculum Team received the A. Wade Martin Innovation Team of the Year Award. The team – consisting…
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Laurens County School District 55 Awarded $7,000 Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Grant
February 24, 2026
Laurens County School District 55 (LCSD 55) is proud to announce it has been awarded a $7,000 Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Grant sponsored by the South Carolina Department of Agriculture.…
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Former Obama Adviser Ben Rhodes to Speak at Presbyterian College March 5
February 24, 2026
The Samuel Calvin Waters Lecture in Political Science will conclude Presbyterian College’s 2025–26 lecture series on March 5 with a keynote address by Ben Rhodes, former deputy national security advisor…
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Laurens County First Steps Now Accepting Participating Organizations and Food Vendors for Child Abuse Prevention Event
February 24, 2026
Laurens County First Steps is pleased to announce that registration is now open for community organizations, local businesses, and food vendors interested in participating in the upcoming Child Abuse Prevention…
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From Diploma to DC: Lander Alumna Avila-Cabrera Returns to Nation’s Capital for First Career
February 24, 2026
If one is looking for evidence that the College of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences at Lander University is preparing its students for lives of public service, they should look…
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Walker Golf Course ranked No. 2 nationally by Golfers’ Choice 2026
February 24, 2026
Latest ranking is based on user reviews Clemson University’s Walker Golf Course has been named the No. 2 collegiate golf course in the country. The list, compiled by Golfers’ Choice,…
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Clemson chemists create new dual-conductive materials that could help advance lithium-ion battery technology
February 24, 2026
The discovery could improve performance, safety and longevity of rechargeable lithium-ion batteries, putting College of Science researchers at the forefront of the field. A group of Clemson University chemists, led…
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Administrative Assistant – Grant
February 24, 2026
Administrative Assistant – Grant University of South Carolina Upstate RTF00031PO26 Spartanburg, SC The administrative assistant for The Beatty Center coordinates the daily and recurring operations of the CHAMPS Beatty Center,…
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Mystery Solved Circles in the Upstate Sky Linked to USAF Wi-Fi in the Sky
February 23, 2026
Residents across South Carolina and parts of Georgia were left looking to the heavens this week after reports of mysterious, perfect white circles appeared in the sky. While social media…
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Lander Professor to Discuss S.C. Landscapes in Upcoming Community Lecture
February 23, 2026
Lander University invites the Greenwood and Lander communities to attend the next installment of the Community Lecture Series Tuesday, Mar. 10, at the Arts Center of Greenwood (120 Main Street).…
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HGTC to host Author Showcase featuring eight local authors
February 23, 2026
Horry-Georgetown Technical College (HGTC) will host an Author Showcase on Wednesday, Feb. 25, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at College Grounds in Building 200 on the Conway Campus. The…
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SC State University Research Facility coming to Cayce
February 23, 2026The City of Cayce announced that South Carolina State University is expanding its footprint in the Midlands with the development of a new 42,000-square-foot Research & Extension campus in the…
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Krystal Klear Productions to host a cultural heritage event to celebrate 100 Years of Black History
February 23, 2026
Krystal Klear Productions will be hosting its Black History Soul Meet and Eat on Saturday, February 28, 2026 from 12:00-4:00 p.m. at Movement School Bridge View (4275 Bridge View Drive,…
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Understanding the risks of misusing prescription drugs
February 23, 2026
Prescription medications play an important role in treating pain, anxiety and other health conditions when used exactly as directed. However, misusing prescription drugs can quickly lead to dependence, overdose or…
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Hopsewee Plantation to host indigo dyeing workshops in March
February 22, 2026
Hopsewee Plantation is hosting two Art of Indigo Dyeing workshops, one on Saturday, March 7, and another session on Wednesday, March 11, both beginning at 11:00 am Step back in…
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Georgetown County Sheriff Carter Weaver announces deployment of Special Olympics awareness patrol vehicle
February 22, 2026
Sheriff Carter Weaver is proud to announce the deployment of a specially wrapped patrol vehicle in support of the Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics. The vehicle, the first…
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Georgetown to celebrate Revolutionary War hero during ‘Day of the Fox’ living history event
February 22, 2026
The legacy of Gen. Francis Marion, the legendary “Swamp Fox,” will return to the streets of Georgetown on Saturday, March 7, as the city hosts the Francis Marion Living History…
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HGTC and SCDNR launch coastal restoration partnership with community oyster roast
February 22, 2026
Horry-Georgetown Technical College (HGTC) officially launched a new environmental partnership between its Wildlife Society Chapter and the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR) on Friday, Feb. 20. The collaboration,…
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Beyond the Balance Sheet: Turner Shares Experience as Accountant, CEO, Podcast Host
February 22, 2026
Terrell A. Turner, CPA, a member of Lander University’s Class of 2007, is a busy man. He serves as CEO of his own accounting firm, TLTurner Group, which focuses on…
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HGTC celebrates grand opening of newly expanded Institute of Cosmetology
February 20, 2026
Horry-Georgetown Technical College (HGTC) officially celebrated the grand opening of its newly expanded Institute of Cosmetology on Thursday with a ribbon cutting ceremony and community open house on the Conway…
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SC Senate votes to keep college NIL payments a secret
February 19, 2026
Courtesy of the South Carolina Daily Gazette By Jessica Holdman South Carolina legislators will allow public colleges to continue concealing what they pay college athletes featured in university sports…
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Literacy SC hosts math film at The Nick for Pi Day, gives free tickets to area teachers
February 19, 2026
Literacy SC is kicking off its 2026 Better Together campaign. This year-long series of unique community events will bring education and Columbia together in unexpected ways. First up is a…
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Sight Savers America receives $80,000 grant from Power:Ed to provide high-tech vision aids to SC youth with severe visual impairment and blindness
February 19, 2026
Sight Savers America has been awarded a second $80,000 grant from Power:Ed, the philanthropy of SC Student Loan Corporation, to assist 30 middle and high school-age youth in SC living…
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Dominion Energy Charitable Foundation awards $25,000 to the Midlands Technical College Foundation
February 19, 2026Funding supports hands-on welding training that prepares students for the workforce The Dominion Energy Charitable Foundation has awarded $25,000 to the Midlands Technical College Foundation (MTCF) to support advanced…
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