CBSHS receives funding to elevate opioid use disorder treatment programs in rural communities
March 12, 2024
Researchers in the Clemson University College of Behavioral, Social and Health Sciences (CBSHS) have received $5.5 million from the National Institutes of Health’s (NIH) National Institute on Drug Abuse to…
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Spartanburg Community College announces new School of Education
March 12, 2024
In a move to address the growing demand for qualified educators in the Upstate, Spartanburg Community College (SCC) proudly announces the creation of its new School of Education. This dedicated…
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Huggins recommends weighted student funding model, increased pay for employees, cuts to administration
March 12, 2024
Charleston County School District (CCSD) Superintendent of Schools Anita Huggins and district staff members presented a new budget model designed to provide more resources to schools. Huggins also proposed an…
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CCSD selects permanent leader of CCSD elementary schools
March 12, 2024
Charleston County School District (CCSD) announced Dr. Jennifer Swearingen as Associate Superintendent of the Elementary Learning Community. Swearingen has served as Interim Associate Superintendent of the Elementary Learning Community since…
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Launch of Superintendent Search for District 55: Stakeholder Input Sessions Announced
March 12, 2024
The search for a new superintendent for Laurens County School District 55 (LCSD55) has officially commenced, spearheaded by the South Carolina School Board Association (SCSBA). To ensure a comprehensive and…
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What’s happening at Richland Library
March 11, 2024
Monday, March 11 – Sunday, March 17 Richland Library’s mission is to help our customers learn, create and share. We are continuing to offer programs, both familiar and new, and…
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PTC Foundation ‘Spring Forward’ 5K Run/Walk set for March 23
March 11, 2024
The Piedmont Technical College Foundation is preparing to hold its third annual Spring Forward for Student Success 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, March 23, 2024, on a USA Track and Field-certified…
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Richland Two Board of Trustees Committee meeting, regular meeting next week
March 11, 2024
The Richland Two Board of Trustees will hold a Safety and Security Committee meeting at 6 p.m. on Monday, March 11. Review the March 11 committee meeting agenda. This meeting…
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Meet the new VP of Economic Development
March 11, 2024
The Board of Trustees has officially named the USC College of Pharmacy Dean Stephen Cutler as the new Vice President of Economic Development. Dean Cutler will oversee the Office of…
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School District Five educator receives statewide award from South Carolina Council for Exceptional Children
March 11, 2024
A Lexington-Richland School District Five educator has received a statewide award for her outstanding contribution to the advancement of exceptional children and youth. Mary Alice Laubach, Placement Chair at Dutch…
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Teach My People receives $30,000 grant from Power:Ed to boost college readiness program in Pawleys Island and Georgetown
March 11, 2024
PAWLEYS ISLAND, SC – Teach My People (TMP) has been awarded a $30,000 grant from Power:Ed, the philanthropy of SC Student Loan Corporation, to support middle and high school students…
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From TV Reporters to Disney Entertainers, Lander Alumni Inspire Future Communicators
March 10, 2024
What do two television reporters, a popular radio host, a marketing executive and a Disney World entertainer have in common? They are graduates of Lander University’s popular Mass Communications Program,…
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Celebrating Native American Traditions Past and Present Arts Programs at the Laurens County Museum on March 16
March 10, 2024
Demonstrations of Native American arts including traditional instruments, basketry, music, songs, storytelling, and the Cherokee language will highlight the day at the Laurens County Museum on Saturday, March 16, 10:00…
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Langston Baptist Church Hosts Symposium on the Age-Old Question –
March 7, 2024
Langston Baptist Church is gearing up to host a thought-provoking symposium that delves into one of the most perplexing questions: “If God is good, why is there evil?” Scheduled for…
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Dr. Brice Cockfield named Meadow Glen Elementary’s new principal
March 7, 2024
In February, Lexington County School District One named Dr. Brice Cockfield the principal of Meadow Glen Elementary School, effective July 1, 2024. Dr. Cockfield currently serves as principal of Carolina…
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Clinton High School and Clinton Middle School Science Olympiad Teams Clinch State Victory AGAIN!
March 6, 2024
The Clinton Middle School (CHS) and Clinton High School (CMS) Science Olympiad teams have once again demonstrated their prowess, securing their 22nd and 13th wins respectively. The journey that began…
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Celebrating Native American Traditions Past and Present Arts Programs at the Laurens County Museum
March 6, 2024
Demonstrations of Native American arts including traditional instruments, basketry, music, songs, storytelling, and the Cherokee language will highlight the day at the Laurens County Museum on Saturday, March 16, 10:00…
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Presbyterian College School of Pharmacy Student Places in Top Tier of National Competition
March 5, 2024
A second-year student at the Presbyterian College School of Pharmacy aims to become the country’s best in a national competition for patient counseling. Makenzie Chapman, a P2 from Aiken, recently…
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PTC celebrates its SCTEA Educators of the Year
March 5, 2024
The South Carolina Technical Education Association (SCTEA) honored three outstanding educators from Piedmont Technical College (PTC) at its recent annual conference in Myrtle Beach. Recognized along with colleagues from sister…
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Dr. Coakley selected by DHEC to serve as a Strategic Planning Committee member
March 5, 2024
Dr. Shavonna Coakley was selected by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (SC DHEC), Community Violence Intervention and Prevention (CVIP) to serve as one of 16 Strategic…
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Greenville Technical College rebrands to reflect progress
March 5, 2024
Greenville Technical College (GTC) has rebranded to align the college’s image with its transformation of buildings and campuses, infrastructure, education, and opportunities. Rebranding aims to ensure that the college captures…
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Coastal Community Foundation grants $800K to create school rooted in Gullah Geechee Heritage
March 5, 2024
Coastal Community Foundation of South Carolina (CCF) will grant $800,000 over four years to Sea Islands Heritage Academy in Beaufort County. Sea Islands Heritage Academy is an authorized 6th -12th grade charter…
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Carolina Panthers and South Carolina Department of Education to Celebrate Eastside Elementary’s Academic Triumphs
March 5, 2024
A very exciting event is set to unfold on March 7th at 11:00 am, and the Clinton High School Gym will be the location of the excitement as the Carolina…
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Two schools in District 56 recognized as a “U.S. News Best Schools”
March 4, 2024
Laurens District 56 celebrated the release of two schools in the district being named as a U.S. News Best School—Clinton Elementary School and Clinton Middle School. This means that both…
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Surf’s Up with School Breakfast in Laurens School District 55
March 4, 2024
National School Breakfast Week Campaign Encourages Students to Try School Breakfast To encourage more families to take advantage of the healthy choices available with school breakfast, Laurens County School District…
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Meyer Center for Special Children celebrates 70 years of serving the Upstate’s children with disabilities
March 4, 2024
The Meyer Center for Special Children this year celebrates 70 years of serving the Upstate’s children with disabilities. During a special event held at the Meyer Center to commemorate the…
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Piedmont Technical College’s Sally Cooke receives statewide honor for outstanding work
March 4, 2024
Sally Cooke is a quiet force of nature at Piedmont Technical College (PTC), and the tenacious redhead who works wonders from behind the scenes at the college finally has been…
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VisionGreenwood donates $15K to PTC’s MODELS Academy
March 4, 2024
Business leaders representing VisionGreenwood visited Piedmont Technical College’s Lex Walters Campus-Greenwood on Jan. 23, 2024, to present a donation of $15,000 to the college’s special initiative, MODELS Academy. MODELS is…
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Elevate Community School hosts summer camp series All About Animals; enrollment now open!
March 4, 2024
Summer camp enrollment is now open at Elevate Community School. The local Montessori school is hosting a series of seven weekly camps centered around the education and exploration of animals…
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Richland One opens second round of applications for magnet choice programs
March 4, 2024
Richland One is accepting applications for students to enroll in magnet choice programs with spots still available for the 2024-2025 school year. The application deadline is April 30. Parents will…
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The SC Philharmonic takes inaugural Music in My Neighborhood program to Irmo, SC
March 3, 2024
Immersive outreach program takes free classical music experiences to schools, parks, hospitals, businesses and community centers Music in My Neighborhood is a new immersive community program of the South Carolina Philharmonic, bringing…
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PC Grads Named Amongst Greenville’s Most Influential
March 3, 2024
Multiple PC Alums have been named to the “Greenville’s 50 Most Influential” list in recent years, their work and service having a direct impact on the continuous transformation of the…
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Acclaimed Poet and Teaching Artist, Glenis Redmond, to Grace Laurens Library
March 3, 2024
Laurens County Public Library is pleased to welcome Glenis Redmond, an acclaimed poet and teaching artist, on March 7th at 5pm. As the first Poet Laureate of Greenville County and…
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Laurens County School District 56 Unveils New Conference Center
March 2, 2024
Last week, Laurens County School District 56 (LCSD56) officially opened its new conference center, located in the renovated American Legion Building. The inaugural meeting to be held in the space…
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Casting Adventures: The South Carolina 4-H Fishing Project
March 2, 2024
The South Carolina 4-H Fishing Project invites youth aged 5-18 to embark on a journey into the world of fishing. This initiative provides an opportunity to enjoy the great outdoors…
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Spring Fling for Evergreen: Market Day Extravaganza by PC Occupational Therapy Doctoral Program
March 2, 2024
On April 12, 2024, the Presbyterian College Occupational Therapy Doctoral Program is set to bring a burst of Spring cheer to Clinton, in collaboration with Evergreen participants from Laurens County…
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Substitute Teacher Laurens County School District 55
March 1, 2024
An ESS substitute teacher assists with classroom instruction in the absence of a regular teacher. This person follows and teaches lesson plans, aids students in understanding subject matter, and ensures…
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VisionGreenwood donates $15K to PTC’s MODELS Academy
March 1, 2024
Business leaders representing VisionGreenwood visited Piedmont Technical College’s Lex Walters Campus-Greenwood on Jan. 23, 2024, to present a donation of $15,000 to the college’s special initiative, MODELS Academy. MODELS is…
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March Yard and Garden Tips
March 1, 2024
March Yard and Garden Tips Watch out for: Lawns • White grubs – March begins the cycle of treatment for grub problems in your lawn. The bacteria Bacillus thuringiensis (Dipel,…
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Thornwell Staff Members Acknowledged Statewide for Excellent Service to Children and Families
March 1, 2024
Palmetto Association for Children and Families recognizes Lindy Scott and Kari Furman Thornwell, a nonprofit organization committed to the most innovative and effective solutions to help children and families in…
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Gene Haas Foundation presents $500,000 donation to TCTC Foundation in support of CNC program
February 29, 2024The Gene Haas Foundation presented a $500,000 donation to Tri-County Technical College’s (TCTC) Foundation to support and enhance the College’s Computer Numerical Controls (CNC) Programming and Operations program and its…
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Dyslexia Resource Center receives $25,000 grant from Power:Ed to support more Midlands youth
February 29, 2024
Dyslexia Resource Center (DRC) has been awarded a $25,000 grant from Power:Ed, the philanthropy of SC Student Loan Corporation, to support area middle school students who are below grade level…
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Amy Muñoz named director of Financial Aid at Greenville Technical College
February 29, 2024
Amy Muñoz has been selected as director of Financial Aid at Greenville Technical College (GTC). Muñoz joined the college in 2007, starting as a fiscal technician in the Business Office,…
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Charleston Digital Corridor awarded grants for CDC Learning Center
February 29, 2024The Charleston Digital Corridor announced the organization has been awarded two grants of $25,000 each towards the development and promotion of the CDC Learning Center. The grants are from the…
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Berkeley County Council approves $100,000 for Daniel Island School
February 28, 2024
To Fund Handicap-Accessible Playground Equipment At its meeting on Monday, February 26, 2024, Berkeley County Council voted unanimously to approve $100,000 for Daniel Island School to fund handicap-accessible playground equipment for special…
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Richland Two has 10 National Merit Scholarship finalists
February 28, 2024
Ten seniors in Richland School District Two are closer to their goal of earning National Merit Scholarships. Zachary J. Burnett and Eva D. Pendleton of Blythewood High School; Sanvi V.…
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Nathan McNeese appointed to National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine’s Board on Human-Systems Integration
February 28, 2024
Nathan McNeese of Clemson University is stepping into two roles that will continue to elevate him as one of the globe’s top experts in how artificial intelligence and human beings can…
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City of Clemson, University leaders celebrate partnership, success at annual State of Clemson event
February 28, 2024
Mayor Robert Halfacre and President Jim Clements take questions during the State of Clemson event Clemson University and the City of Clemson Chamber of Commerce hosted the annual “State of…
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Exceptional Talents recognized: Fine Arts Center students Awarded YoungArts Distinction
February 28, 2024
The Fine Arts Center (FAC) is thrilled to highlight three students who have been honored with the prestigious YoungArts Award with Distinction. YoungArts is a nationally recognized organization that identifies exceptional young artists,…
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‘Bedtime Stitches’ exhibit at Upcountry History Museum showcases distinctive talents of fabric artist Salley Mavor
February 28, 2024Bringing stories from the pages of her books to life is what fabric artist and children’s author Salley Mavor does best, and her latest exhibit, “Salley Mavor: Bedtime Stitches,” showcases…
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