HGTC Area Commission approves new Cardiovascular Technology Program, announces key decisions
October 26, 2026
Commission also honors longest-serving chair Tommy Branyon with chairman emeritus designation CONWAY, S.C. – The Horry-Georgetown Technical College (HGTC) Area Commission approved the development of a new Cardiovascular Technology degree…
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Brookgreen Gardens renews prestigious Level II ArbNet accreditation
October 26, 2026
International accreditation recognizes Brookgreen’s continued commitment to plant collections and public education Brookgreen Gardens has renewed its Level II accreditation through the ArbNet Arboretum Accreditation Program and The Morton Arboretum.…
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Early Head Start Teacher
October 26, 2026
The well-qualified individual must demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and experience needed to provide high-quality, comprehensive, and culturally sensitive care and services to enrolled children and their families. Possess the ability…
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Clinton pharmacy hosts roundtable as independent pharmacy closures mount statewide
October 26, 2026
Sadler Hughes Apothecary in Clinton hosted a small group of pharmacists, patients and state lawmakers Thursday, Oct. 22, for a roundtable on the pharmacy closure crisis in South Carolina and…
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Chocolate Artworks hosts morning story time and tasting event for little chocolate lovers in Mauldin
October 26, 2026
Local sweet shop Chocolate Artworks is inviting preschoolers and their parents to discover the sweet world of candy-making with a morning program designed specifically for the community’s youngest culinary enthusiasts.…
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Alumna Gillian White Goodrich ’68 and Mike Goodrich give $2M to Converse
October 25, 2026
Passionate about the future of Converse University, philanthropists Gillian and Mike Goodrich are donating $2 million to support the institution’s mission and strengthen its impact. A long-time supporter of Converse,…
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Spooktacular Halloween fun for kids coming to Georgetown Main Library
October 24, 2026
The Georgetown County Library is gearing up for Halloween with two back-to-back family programs scheduled for next week at the Georgetown Main Library. Both events offer free festive activities for…
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Admissions Transfer & Graduate Recruitment Coordinator at University of South Carolina Beaufort (USCB)
October 23, 2026
The University of South Carolina Beaufort (USCB) is seeking an energetic, relationship-driven professional to join our Admissions team as an Admissions Transfer & Graduate Recruitment Coordinator. As the Admissions Transfer…
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Dean of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences at Technical College of the Lowcountry
October 23, 2026
The Division Dean for Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences is responsible to the Vice President for Academic Affairs for the development and management of an assigned academic division (Arts &…
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Reclaiming her Roots: How one woman turned grief into a multi-generational legacy
October 22, 2026
Karen Owens Georgetown SC Gazette, Publisher When the noise of life in Florida faded into sudden loss, Shakori Edwards found herself standing at a crossroads. For years, direction had felt…
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Material connections: Jeff DiMaio builds businesses and gives back to Clemson University
October 22, 2026For nearly 30 years, DiMaio has remained deeply embedded in the Clemson Family as a student, faculty member, business owner, father and advisory board member Taking Jeff DiMaio away from…
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Shelley Allen named Lexington One’s new chief financial officer
October 22, 2026
The Lexington County School District One Board of Trustees approved the recommendation of Shelley Sharpe Allen as the district’s new chief financial officer at the board’s October 20 Board Meeting.…
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Building the AI-ready technical workforce: Greenville Tech and McMillan Pazdan Smith share a national model at the 2026 ACCT Leadership Congress
October 22, 2026AI skills are no longer just for software developers. More than half of job postings that require AI skills are now outside of IT and computer science. Jobs requiring AI…
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Midlands Technical College Foundation honors scholarship recipients and donors at President’s Reception
October 22, 2026
The Midlands Technical College (MTC) Foundation honored scholarship recipients and the donors who support their education during a president’s reception this fall at Senate’s End in Columbia, South Carolina. Students,…
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Governor proclaims Oct. 22 Lights On Afterschool Day in South Carolina
October 22, 2026
Governor Henry McMaster has proclaimed Thursday, October 22, 2026, as Lights On Afterschool Day in South Carolina, recognizing the critical role afterschool programs play in supporting students, working families and…
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College of Charleston President Emeritus Alex Sanders passes away at age 88
October 22, 2026
University president, politician, jurist and professor Alex Sanders has died. He was 88 years old. Sanders served as president of the College of Charleston from 1992 to 2001. He was…
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Building nurses at home: Prisma Health center opens doors for Laurens County students
October 21, 2026
Laurens County now has its own hub for training the next generation of nurses. The Prisma Health Center for Nursing at Piedmont Technical College is open and in use on…
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Eight Lander nursing students named 2026-27 Self Regional Scholars
October 21, 2026
Eight of Lander University’s top-performing nursing students have been selected for the 2026-27 cohort of the Self Regional Scholars Program. The new cohort was recognized during a Medically Speaking event…
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Historian to Discuss Revolutionary War Battlefield Preservation at Lander on Oct. 29
October 20, 2026
What secrets lie beneath the landscapes where American patriots fought for independence 250 years ago? Battlefield preservationist and historian Durant Ashmore has spent years uncovering those stories and working to…
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New USC School of Medicine Greenville hydroponic garden provides an organized indoor space to grow fresh produce
October 20, 2026University of South Carolina School of Medicine Greenville second-year medical students Caroline Royals and Olivia Longsworth had been planting seedlings in cups on their small porches for upcoming community health…
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World Restart a Heart Day: Hartsville High School receives Cardiac Emergency Response Plan to support Smart Heart Act
October 19, 2026
American Heart Association to Strengthen Cardiac Emergency Readiness in Schools The American Heart Association presented a Cardiac Emergency Response Plan (CERP) to Hartsville High School made possible through funding provided…
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Gene Haas Foundation contributes $90,000 toward Machine Tool Technology and CNC programs at Midlands Technical College
October 19, 2026
Midlands Technical College (MTC) received $90,000 from the Gene Haas Foundation to support the college’s Machine Tool Technology associate degree program and the Computer Numerical Control (CNC) training certificate program.…
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Midlands Technical College Foundation’s 2026 Golf Classic raises more than $150,000 for scholarships
October 19, 2026
The Midlands Technical College (MTC) Foundation raised over $150,000 at the sixth-annual MTC Golf Classic on October 14, 2026, at the Cobblestone Golf Club in Blythewood, SC. Over the past…
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Legacy Early College earns excellent ratings for high school and middle school
October 19, 2026
State report cards rank Legacy Early College among South Carolina’s top-performing high-poverty schools Legacy Early College’s high school and middle school both earned Excellent, the state’s top rating, on South…
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Mark Your Calendars: Friends of the Georgetown Library Fall Community Yard Sale rescheduled for this Saturday!
October 19, 2026
Got extra treasures lying around the house, or looking to score some great bargains? The Friends of the Georgetown Library Fall Community Yard Sale has been rescheduled and will now…
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HGTC Welding students explore manufacturing careers through local industry tours
October 19, 2026
Approximately 40 Horry-Georgetown Technical College (HGTC) Welding students gained firsthand insight into local manufacturing careers during industry tours at Envirosep and SixAxis in Georgetown County on Friday, Oct. 16, as…
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Creatures of the Dark: Conestee Nature Preserve Explores Bats, Owls, and ‘Zombie Fungus’ on Oct. 24 Night Hike
October 19, 2026
As autumn settles across the Upstate and dusk arrives earlier each evening, Conestee Nature Preserve is opening its trails after hours for one of its most anticipated seasonal traditions: the…
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Laurens District 56 child nutrition director named state director of the year
October 19, 2026
Cindy Jacobs, director of child nutrition for Laurens County School District 56, has been named Director of the Year by the School Nutrition Association of South Carolina. The association announced…
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Clinton’s Devil Regiment places third at Tournament of Champions
October 18, 2026
The Clinton High School Devil Regiment brought home a third-place finish in its class Saturday, Oct. 17, at the annual Tournament of Champions, held at Western Carolina University in Cullowhee,…
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Celebrate local culture and fall fun at The Abie & Dorethia Ladson Cultural Festival!
October 18, 2026
Mark your calendars for a vibrant day of community, tradition, and autumn festivities! The Abie & Dorethia Ladson Cultural Festival is taking place on Saturday, October 31, 2026, starting at…
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College of Charleston awarded $1.5M federal grant to strengthen K-12 American history and civics education
October 16, 2026
The College of Charleston was recently awarded a $1,504,000 federal grant to launch an innovative, three-year professional development partnership designed to strengthen the teaching of American history, civics and government…
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Celebrating Italian-American Heritage Month: authentic tastes and traditions across the Golden Strip
October 14, 2026
October is National Italian-American Heritage and Culture Month, honoring the enduring contributions, heritage, and culinary traditions of Americans of Italian descent. Across Mauldin, Simpsonville, and Fountain Inn, you don’t need…
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Georgetown County schools show mix of top honors and academic growth needs in latest state report cards
October 14, 2026
The South Carolina Department of Education has released its annual school report card metrics, revealing a distinct performance dynamic across the Georgetown County School District (GCSD): top-performing schools in the…
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SCETV invites families to enjoy a fun-filled Studio Boo Fall Festival on Oct. 28
October 14, 2026
South Carolina ETV and Public Radio (SCETV) invites families to celebrate the season at the Studio Boo Fall Festival, taking place on Oct. 28 from 5 to 7 p.m. at…
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SC250 provides research funding for online travel guide
October 14, 2026
The $60,000 grant helps pay for Phase I of CadenceSC.org, the rhythm and legacy of Black South Carolinians of the Revolutionary War The WeGOJA Foundation has received a $60,000 grant…
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Piedmont Technical College and Newberry College sign transfer agreement for business students
October 13, 2026
A recently signed agreement will simplify the path to a bachelor’s degree for business students transferring from Piedmont Technical College (PTC) to Newberry College. The agreement clarifies transfer requirements for…
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Laurens County School District 55 report card data shows continued positive momentum in the 2025-2026 State Report Card
October 13, 2026
The South Carolina Department of Education (SCDE) and the South Carolina Oversight Committee (SC EOC) released the 2025-2026 School Report Cards yesterday, October 12, 2026. The report cards contain information…
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Alumni couple establishes affordable learning fund for Clemson Libraries
October 12, 2026
Clemson alumni Jim Warner ’95 and Shannon Conner Warner ’95 want to ensure that every Clemson student has the opportunity to succeed. That was their motivation for donating $120,000 to…
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GE Vernova and Clemson University work together to strengthen engineering and computing pipeline
October 12, 2026
The long-standing relationship includes scholarships, mentoring, career coaching and connecting students to industry professionals. GE Vernova and Clemson University are strengthening the engineering and computing talent pipeline by combining scholarship…
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Lexington Two posts gains in latest SC school report cards
October 12, 2026
Lexington School District Two students posted gains on 2026 SC School Report Cards released Monday by the SC Department of Education, with the majority of schools attaining “Good” to “Excellent”…
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Friends of the Georgetown Library to host book sale at the Wooden Boat Show!
October 12, 2026
Join the Friends of the Georgetown Library this Saturday, October 17th, at the Annual Wooden Boat Show! The group will be serving as a vendor on Front Street (in front…
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Laurens County School District 56 Responds to Release of 2025–2026 State School Report Cards, Reaffirms Commitment to Growth and Academic Support
October 12, 2026
Laurens County School District 56 announced the public release of the South Carolina Department of Education (SCDE) 2025–2026 State School Report Cards. The official annual report card metrics reflect student…
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SCETV to premiere Generations in Conversation: A Voters’ Forum on Oct. 22, highlighting voter perspectives ahead of November election
October 12, 2026
South Carolina ETV and Public Radio (SCETV) will premiere Generations in Conversation: A Voters’ Forum on Oct. 22 live at 7 p.m. on ETV, bringing together voters across generations to…
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Denmark Tech students selected for statewide HBCU STEM program
October 12, 2026
Four Denmark Technical College students have been selected for the ninth cohort of the South Carolina Manufacturers and Commerce HBCU STEM Program, a yearlong initiative connecting students with employers and career opportunities in STEM fields. Denmark Tech…
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School District Five named top school district in the Midlands
October 12, 2026
Niche.com has released its 2027 Best Schools in America rankings, with Lexington-Richland School District Five earning top honors in the Columbia area. School District Five was ranked the No. 1…
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Paws and Order: Lander Police Officer Helps to Bring Four-Legged Fugitive Home
October 11, 2026
The charges could have been serious: unlawful roaming for wandering the streets without adult supervision, failure to obey commands for ignoring repeated orders to “come here” and even public nuisance…
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HGTC Foundation Golf Classic set for Nov. 15 to support students
October 10, 2026
The Horry-Georgetown Technical College (HGTC) Foundation invites golfers, community partners and local businesses to hit the links for a great cause at the 2026 HGTC Golf Classic, set for Sunday,…
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Local author and illustrator visit Carolina Kids for special arts & reading event
October 10, 2026
Local author Donna Thornton and illustrator Kay Rugh recently paid a special interactive visit to the children and staff at Pawleys Island Carolina Kids. The duo led an engaging reading…
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HGTC Welding students to explore local manufacturing careers during Manufacturing Month
October 9, 2026
Horry-Georgetown Technical College (HGTC), in partnership with the South Carolina Department of Employment and Workforce (SCDEW) and Waccamaw Regional Council of Governments (WRCOG), will give approximately 60 HGTC Welding students…
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HGTC, Palmetto GCSA host Education Day for turfgrass industry professionals and students
October 8, 2026
Horry-Georgetown Technical College (HGTC) and the Palmetto Golf Course Superintendents Association (PGCSA) brought together golf course superintendents, turfgrass professionals, industry partners and students for the annual PGCSA/HGTC Education Day on…
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