Piedmont Tech Students Honored for Excellence
June 21, 2021
Piedmont Technical College (PTC) recently honored the achievements of more than 50 conscientious student leaders at its 45th Annual Student Awards and Recognition Program. PTC President Dr. Hope E. Rivers…
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LCSO Celebrates Graduation of Fallen Officer’s Daughter
June 21, 2021
Members of law enforcement often refer to their colleagues as family. They spend so much time together and, in many cases, rely on each other in life and death situations.…
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A Space to Heal (ASH) – July 10
June 19, 2021A Space to Heal Lowcountry July 10, 2021 @ 10:00AM — 2:00PM Eastern Time (US & Canada) A day of dialogue, advocacy, and movement created for Black, Indigenous, and People…
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College of Charleston faculty, students discover slave badge on campus
June 17, 2021
The recent discovery of an 1853 slave badge on the College of Charleston campus has offered a profound opportunity to recognize the contributions of the enslaved people who were an…
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Post journalist hosts College of Charleston sponsored panel on monuments, memorials
June 17, 2021
The College of Charleston recently hosted a national panel discussion that focused on the fate of monuments and memorials that honor figures of the Confederacy and slave owners. Moderated by…
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College of Charleston alumnus’ kayak voyage aims to raise climate change awareness
June 17, 2021Almost everyone has their own idea of what constitutes fun. For Will Freund ’17, sail-kayaking 1,000 miles up the Intracoastal Waterway from Miami to Norfolk, Virginia, seemed like fun. At least that’s…
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Natural killers: Using the body’s cells to target breast cancer
June 17, 2021
Study lays groundwork for possible new immunotherapy for the world’s most commonly diagnosed cancer It sounds like a plot from a Quentin Tarantino movie — something sets off natural killers…
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EdVenture to host Juneteenth celebration
June 17, 2021
EdVenture Children’s Museum will be hosting local African American artists to celebrate Juneteenth this Saturday, June 19, 2021, at our Columbia location (211 Gervais Street). Also featured in the day’s…
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The SCC Economic Visionaries event raises $90,000+ from local companies to assist students in need
June 17, 2021
The Spartanburg Community College Foundation announced that 26 area companies have contributed more than $90,000 to a gap scholarship fund for students in need in lieu of sponsoring SCC’s signature…
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Fireworks for Graduates in Clinton – Thursday, June 17th
June 16, 2021
The end of the school year always brings a time for celebrating and this year is no different. As they did last year, the City of Clinton will host a…
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In-person training for maintenance leaders resumes at Clemson’s Greenville location
June 16, 2021Life Cycle Institute, the human performance practice at Life Cycle Engineering (LCE), has announced the return of in-person classes at its partner institution, Clemson University. The Maintenance Management Skills…
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Lander, Greenwood Promise partner to advance higher education for Greenwood County residents
June 15, 2021
When The Greenwood Promise, a non-profit place-based last-dollar scholarship program for Greenwood County students, kicked off its campaign to raise funds for phase two, Lander University stepped up to the…
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Lander’s new Master of Business Administration now fully approved and enrolling students for the fall semester
June 15, 2021
Lander University’s new Master of Business Administration (MBA) program is now enrolling students after being fully approved by the South Carolina Commission on Higher Education and the Southern Association of…
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Reading Buddies Take Shape!
June 15, 2021
Most of the twenty-five adults who gathered in the Laurens County School District #55 administrative office building on June 8 likely did not know what to expect. These volunteers had…
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Bank of America supports African American Male Scholars Initiative at Greenville Tech
June 15, 2021
Bank of America joins Greenville Technical College as a partner for an initiative that addresses racial and gender achievement gaps through intensive case management and personalized support services. The African…
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College of Charleston Board of Trustees approves tuition for 2021-2022 school year
June 14, 2021
The College of Charleston Board of Trustees voted on June 14, 2021, to hold constant for a second year the total cost of attendance for South Carolina students and to increase the…
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Katie Johnston named Top 5 Teacher of the Year finalist
June 14, 2021
Charleston County School District announced the 2020-2021 Top 5 Teacher of the Year Finalists last month. This week we will introduce our last two finalists in an in-depth feature article…
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College of Charleston astronomy professor develops innovative medical imaging device
June 14, 2021
As an astronomer whose research focuses on the imaging of extrasolar planets many light years away, Joe Carson spends a lot of time looking at distant celestial bodies. But his research and…
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College of Charleston a key player in Charleston’s new Climate Action Plan
June 14, 2021
Residents of coastal communities around the Southeast know the impact of a changing climate firsthand. They witness flooding. They experience rising temperatures. And they endure increasingly menacing weather. Charleston, South…
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Abby Best named Top 5 Teacher of the Year Finalist
June 14, 2021
When James B. Edwards Elementary School (JBE) teacher Abby Best agreed to teach learning virtually, she was under the impression that it would only last about two weeks. It turned…
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Charleston County schools receive support from Laura Bush Foundation for America’s Libraries
June 14, 2021Jane Edwards Elementary School and Murray-LaSaine Montessori School were named as two of the 205 schools from 43 states across the country to receive a grant through the Laura Bush…
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Litter Prevention & Beautification Efforts Continue to Grow Across Laurens County
June 14, 2021
Laurens County Council, the City of Clinton, City of Fountain Inn, and City of Laurens, in partnership with the Laurens County Chamber of Commerce and the Laurens County Sheriff’s Office…
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Laurens School District 56 is Hiring
June 14, 2021
Laurens 56 is looking for applicants for the 2021-2022 school year in teaching/certified positions and a number of non-certified positions. Teaching/Certified positions are available as follows: Business/Marketing Teacher Clinton High School Secondary…
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Wingard’s Market offering boat tours for unique nature experience
June 11, 2021
Lake Murray is known throughout the state as an incredible destination for families to explore the outdoors. One of the most exciting adventures is to witness the Purple Martin roost…
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Trident United Way summer reading book drive tops goal
June 10, 2021Thanks to generous community support, Trident United Way’s African American Leadership Council (AALC) will be distributing more than 2,000 books for summer reading to St. Stephen and E.B. Ellington Elementary…
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Laurens County School District 55 Announces Summer Meal Schedule
June 10, 2021
Beginning June 21, Waterloo Elementary School and Laurens Elementary School will provide curbside meals Monday-Thursday, 11:00-11:30 a.m. This will include lunch and next day breakfast. On Thursdays, pick up will…
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Summer research grants give College of Charleston students deeper academic experiences
June 9, 2021While the Undergraduate Research and Creative Activities (URCA) Program funds projects year-round, its marquee event is its Summer Undergraduate Research with Faculty (SURF) grants, which seeks to reward cutting-edge, well-designed projects. “The process is…
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First CSU aeronautics student takes solo flight
June 9, 2021
Harrison Hunt made history a few days ago, making his mark as Charleston Southern University’s first aeronautics student to take a solo flight. The flight—in a Diamond DA-20 aircraft—was next level for…
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MSN student from Charleston Southern wins statewide award
June 9, 2021
Palmetto Gold, an annual statewide nursing recognition program, awarded Charleston Southern University’s Morgan McCall as its 2021 graduate student recipient in South Carolina. McCall is the first Charleston Southern student…
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Rejuvenated athletics branding revealed after college gathers input from Citadel Bulldogs fans
June 9, 2021The Citadel’s updated athletics brand reflecting tenacity and grit to be implemented over time There should be consistency in the branding of The Citadel athletic teams. That was the one,…
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South Carolina Department of Education announces $39 million in Emergency Assistance to Non-Public Schools
June 9, 2021
State Superintendent of Education Molly Spearman today announced the funding of $38,702,511 in COVID-19 reimbursements and future expenditures to 111 non-public schools from the Emergency Assistance to Non-Public Schools (EANS)…
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AJ Barnes named Top 5 Teacher of the Year Finalist
June 9, 2021
AJ Barnes teaches AP European History, US History, and coaches baseball at West Ashley High School (WAHS), a school which he describes as a unique and diverse snapshot of our…
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Midlands Technical College awarded $2M+ for workforce development
June 9, 2021
Midlands Technical College has been awarded more than $2.17 million in grants and funding to help drive South Carolina’s economy through workforce development. The money will assist Midlands businesses in…
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Piedmont Tech Offering Additional Assistance with Books and Supplies for Fall Semester
June 9, 2021
Students who register for fall classes at Piedmont Technical College (PTC) by July 15 not only can waive the standard $25 registration fee but also receive a voucher worth $300…
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Midlands Technical College breaks ground on new building
June 8, 2021On the site of the Beltline Campus Engineering Laboratory Building, Midlands Technical College leaders and dignitaries broke ground today on what will be called The Center for Business and Information…
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Joshua Dawkins Selected as New Principal at Sanders Middle School
June 7, 2021
In a called meeting on June 7, 2021, the Laurens County School District #55 (LCSD 55) Board of Trustees approved Joshua Dawkins as principal of Sanders Middle School effective July…
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LCSD 55 Welcomes Carlos Littlejohn as New Principal at Laurens Elementary School
June 7, 2021
In a called meeting on June 7, 2021, the Laurens County School District #55 (LCSD 55) Board of Trustees approved the superintendent’s recommendation to hire Carlos Littlejohn as principal of…
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Thirteen CCSD students earn 2021 college-sponsored National Merit Scholarships
June 7, 2021Charleston County School District (CCSD) is proud to announce 13 graduating seniors are receiving college-sponsored National Merit Scholarships from the National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC) this year, passing last year’s…
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AMHS alumnus to serve as new principal
June 7, 2021
Charleston County School District (CCSD) is proud to announce and welcome Jacob Perlmutter as principal of Academic Magnet High School (AMHS), effective July 1. Perlmutter, an alumnus of Academic Magnet,…
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SC students name Leatherman Terminal’s ship-to-shore cranes
June 7, 2021
Students from around the Lowcountry have named South Carolina Ports’ five ship-to-shore cranes at the Hugh K. Leatherman Terminal. The names are on the massive blue cranes in big block letters: Nifty…
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College of Charleston Honors College scholarship memorializes graduate
June 7, 2021
Ask anyone who knew Chad V. Adams ’18, and you’ll be met with enthusiasm. He was a true friend, solid student and passionate fisherman. He loved the Lowcountry and was known to snap…
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How the College of Charleston navigated the pandemic and emerged stronger
June 7, 2021
The year 2020 was expected to be a monumental one for the College of Charleston. And it was, but not in the way school leaders had hoped. With 2020 marking…
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National Organization recognizes superintendent for making communications a top priority
June 7, 2021
The National School Public Relations Association has awarded Richland Two Superintendent Dr. Baron R. Davis the 2021 Bob Grossman Leadership in School Communications Award. NSPRA and Intrado, the award sponsor,…
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Prom Season Concludes with Laurens District 55 High School Prom on the Square
June 7, 2021
The Buzz has reported on the two other Laurens County “prom nights” so we had to be sure to get the last one, Laurens District 55 High School. Laurens…
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Ten students from Lexington-Richland District Five awarded teaching fellowships
June 6, 2021
Sheriff Leon Lott’s daughter among the 10 fellowship recipients By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Ten graduating high school students from Lexington-Richland School District Five have been awarded the prestigious South…
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Lander University to Offer New Degree Program in Data Science
June 5, 2021
Lander University is adding a Bachelor of Science in Data Science to its wide array of degree options beginning in the fall of 2021. The field of data science is…
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PIEDMONT TECH HOLDS 2 IN-PERSON GRADUATIONS IN MAY
June 4, 2021
In an encouraging sign of a slow and gradual return back to normal, Piedmont Technical College (PTC) on May 6 conducted two in-person graduation ceremonies. Nearly 140 spring term graduates…
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Lexington One Educational Foundation announces 2021 Joseph M. Bedenbaugh Administrator of the Year Award
June 4, 2021On Tuesday, June 1, 2021, the Lexington One Educational Foundation presented the 2021 Joseph M. Bedenbaugh Administrator of the Year Award to Mrs. Debbie R. Poole at the Lexington County…
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Two Laurens County Students Graduate from South Carolina Governor’s School for Science + Mathematics
June 3, 2021
HARTSVILLE, SC ─ Brandon Campbell and Stephen Orr graduated from the South Carolina Governor’s School for Science + Mathematics (GSSM) on Saturday, May 22, 2021, at the GSSM Campus. Brandon Campbell,…
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Free Statewide Virtual Career Development Workshop – June 14-15
June 3, 2021
The South Carolina IDeA Networks of Biomedical Research Excellence (SC INBRE) is currently opening registration for its annual Academic Leadership and Career Development Workshop (ALCDW) to the general public. Content…
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