Lander University Announces Plans for 2024 Homecoming and Reunion Weekend
January 14, 2024
Lander University’s 2024 Homecoming Week and Alumni Reunion Weekend, scheduled Feb. 5 – 10, will send students, alumni and friends traveling back in time with the theme, “Celebrating the Spirit…
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Lander University announces plans for 2024 Homecoming and Reunion Weekend
January 12, 2024
Lander University’s 2024 Homecoming Week and Alumni Reunion Weekend, scheduled Feb. 5 – 10, will send students, alumni and friends traveling back in time with the theme, “Celebrating the Spirit…
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Art Opens Doors creates opportunity for Greenville elementary students to build a more inclusive and vibrant community through art making
January 12, 2024Greenville Center for Creative Arts (GCCA) announced the launch of Art Opens Doors, a community art project developed by the Open Doors team of the Diversity Leaders Initiative (DLI) Upstate…
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Sewing Skills Highlighted at the Clinton Library in Series of Six Meetings
January 11, 2024
The first class of Clinton Library’s Visible Mending program will be presented on January 16 at 11 am. Needle craft enthusiast Johanna Poortman will teach basic mending skills in this…
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Morris appointed director of finance
January 10, 2024
Newberry College announced the appointment of Margaret “Carrie” Morris, class of 2003, as its new director of finance. “Carrie has an exceptional background in fiscal management and financial reporting,” said…
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Special veterans program with Stacy Pearsall at Upcountry History Museum
January 10, 2024
On Saturday, January 13, 2024, Stacy Pearsall, one of America’s most decorated female combat photographers, will lead a panel discussion at the Upcountry History Museum with fellow Veterans as they…
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State Museum to provide free visual interpretation for blind and low vision guests
January 10, 2024
The museum is the first attraction in the Southeast to offer unlimited access to certified visual interpreters through Aira, a downloadable app available on iOS and Android. The South Carolina…
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Richland One looking for mentors during National Mentoring Month
January 10, 2024
January is National Mentoring Month, and Richland One’s Office of Dropout Prevention and Mentoring Services is asking community members to consider becoming mentors to students in the district. “Mentors provide…
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Anderson 3’s Tripp Bouknight installed as SCSBA Region 11 director
January 10, 2024
Tripp Bouknight, Area Two representative of the Anderson School District Three (Anderson 3) Board of Trustees, was installed as Region 11 director of the South Carolina School Board Association’s (SCSBA)…
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SCDE seeks summer food program partners
January 10, 2024
The South Carolina Department of Education (SCDE) is looking for partners to assist with providing meals to children this summer. The Summer Break Café is a summer food service program…
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International African American Museum opens doors for educational field trips
January 9, 2024
The International African American Museum (IAAM) is calling out to students and educators to come explore the rich cultural and historical narratives by booking a field trip to one of…
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From PC TO DC: Maggie Carson ’14 Completes NOAA Policy Fellowship at the White House
January 9, 2024
DURING HER YEAR IN THE NATION’S CAPITAL, CARSON HAS CONTRIBUTED TO STRATEGIC OCEAN POLICIES AND INDIGENOUS KNOWLEDGE GUIDANCE – BUT THIS ISN’T THE PATH SHE ALWAYS SAW FOR HERSELF. BY…
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Clemson University professor leads global effort to transform power grids
January 8, 2024
Rajendra Singh of Clemson University is on a mission to revolutionize how electricity is generated and delivered — a transformation that he said is imperative if humanity is to wean…
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South Carolina Virtual Charter School hosts successful Scripps Spelling Bee program
January 8, 2024
South Carolina Virtual Charter School (SCVCS), a tuition-free public virtual charter school in South Carolina, successfully hosted a Scripps Spelling Bee program event on Friday, January 5 at SCVCS’s flagship…
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USC faculty release collaborative collection of music
January 8, 2024
University of South Carolina School of Music faculty David Kirkland Garner and Greg Stuart are pleased to announce the release of “Short Stories, vol. 1.” The collection is a tapestry…
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Southern Exposure new music series explores connection and belonging
January 8, 2024
USC School of Music and the Southern Exposure New Music Series Announces Decoda: “Belonging” Decoda, the Affiliate Ensemble of Carnegie Hall, is an artist-led collective of virtuoso chamber musicians and…
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Michelle Simmons selected as CCSD Chief Academic Officer
January 5, 2024
Charleston County School District (CCSD) announced Michelle Simmons as Chief Academic Officer. Simmons has served as the district’s Interim Chief Academic Officer (CAO) since July 2022. Prior to her role…
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PTC Horticulture Program Awarded $8,000 Hardscaping Grant
January 3, 2024
The Horticulture Technology Program at Piedmont Technical College (PTC) recently was selected by the Interlocking Concrete Pavement Institute (ICPI) Foundation for a “Tools for Schools” grant of nearly $8,000 to…
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PTC Horticulture Program awarded $8,000 Hardscaping Grant
January 3, 2024
The Horticulture Technology Program at Piedmont Technical College (PTC) recently was selected by the Interlocking Concrete Pavement Institute (ICPI) Foundation for a “Tools for Schools” grant of nearly $8,000 to…
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Richland One to hold five free housing clinics through May
January 3, 2024
Richland One families who are financially struggling and/or facing problems with their homes can receive free assistance. In partnership with the Columbia Branch of the NAACP, the district will hold…
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Photos of the 2023 Global Vision Award Gala, honoring Coach Dawn Staley
January 2, 2024
On December 7, 2023, the Columbia World Affairs Council is presented the Global Vision Award to Coach Dawn Staley. An Olympic gold medalist, American Basketball Hall of Famer, and Head…
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Storytime is Back at the Laurens County Public Libraries
January 2, 2024
The Laurens County Public Libraries are bringing back the much enjoyed Storytimes for children aged 0 to 5! Mark your calendars for Wednesday, January 10, at 10 am, as the…
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Unconditional Warfare in the American Revolution
January 2, 2024
The Revolutionary War Lecture Series continues! Dr. Erick Nason, retired Army Special Forces Noncommissioned Officer, and military historian, will speak at the Laurens County Museum on Tuesday, January 9, at…
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Crafting in Clinton: Monthly Crafting Club at the Clinton Library
January 2, 2024
Calling all craft enthusiasts! The Clinton Library announces the return of its monthly crafting club on January 9th at 11 am. Whether you’re a seasoned crafter or a beginner, this…
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Unconditional Warfare in the American Revolution – A Lecture at the Laurens County Museum
December 26, 2023
Dr. Erick Nason, retired Army Special Forces Noncommissioned Officer, and military historian, will speak at the Laurens County Museum on Tuesday, January 9, at 7:00 pm. His lecture for the…
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Clinton High School Celebrates December Graduates and Signing Ceremony
December 20, 2023
On Tuesday, Clinton High School marked a milestone by hosting a small and intimate ceremony to honor the seven seniors who successfully completed their academic journey in December. This inaugural…
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Laurens County School District 55 Wins District Administration National Awards of Distinction Program
December 19, 2023
Laurens County School District 55 (LCSD 55) is honored to announce that the District Administration (DA) National Awards of Distinction Program declared it as a 2024 Districts of Distinction Award…
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Lander University Announces 2023 Alumni Award Recipients
December 19, 2023
The Lander University Alumni Association has selected two recipients for alumni awards for 2023. Lisa Britt, Class of 1990, will receive the Distinguished Alumni Award; and Revis “Rev” Butler, Class…
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More than 3,000 degrees conferred on Fall 2023 Gamecock graduates
December 19, 2023
Thousands of students at the University of South Carolina and across the USC system received their degrees during Monday’s Fall 2023 commencement ceremonies. President Michael Amiridis delivered remarks at the…
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Local author and life coach, Karin Freeland, has the best Instagram page in Greenville
December 19, 2023
The votes are in, and Karin Freeland has the Best Instagram feed in the region, according to readers of the Post and Courier. A best-selling author and life coach, Freeland’s…
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Greenville Technical College celebrates graduates at commencement
December 19, 2023
Commencement for Greenville Technical College graduates was held at the Greenville Convention Center on Friday, December 15. Included were 289 registered participants (additional students graduated but did not participate), 4…
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Columbia College celebrates the accomplishments of 283 graduates
December 19, 2023
“My first day as a student at Columbia College was my most treasured memory. I remember it so clearly. I walked into the Breed Leadership Center about 30 minutes before…
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Capital Business Development Association to award 50 cybersecurity program scholarships to Denmark Tech
December 19, 2023
State of South Carolina funding made available with training partner Fusion Cyber Capital Business Development Association’s (CBDA) strategic education partnership with Denmark Technical College continues to expand as they will award…
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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis recognizes Scott Stevenson of Ashley Ridge High School as Educator of the Month
December 19, 2023
South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis has recognized Dorchester County School District Two’s Scott Stevenson of Ashley Ridge High School as the South Carolina Financial Literacy Master Teacher Program’s Educator of the Month…
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A.C. Flora orchestra director named one of 50+ Directors Who Make a Difference by SB&O Magazine
December 19, 2023
A.C. Flora High School orchestra director Jarvernique Tinsley has been named one of 50+ Directors Who Make a Difference by School Band and Orchestra (SB&O) Magazine. A.C. Flora High School…
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Newberry College launches master’s in criminal justice
December 19, 2023
The 12-month online program is the college’s third offered graduate degree Newberry College is pleased to announce the addition of its third graduate program: a Master of Arts in criminal…
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Approximately 2,000 students set to graduate in December
December 19, 2023
Approximately 2,000 students are set to earn bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degrees from Clemson University in December. Doctoral hooding will take place at 3 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 20 in the…
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CSU presents endowed scholarship in honor of Keith and Deborah Summey
December 19, 2023Charleston Southern University announces the establishment of The Keith and Deborah Summey Family Endowed Scholarship to honor the Summey’s record of public service. Keith Summey is retiring this month after…
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Kids On Point receives $50,000 Power:Ed grant to help serve more North Charleston students
December 19, 2023Kids On Point (KOP), a nonprofit that works year-round with students in under-resourced Charleston neighborhoods to foster life-and career-readiness skills, has been awarded a $50,000 grant from Power:Ed, a philanthropy…
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Master of Real Estate Development enhances curriculum for accelerated time-to-degree
December 18, 2023
Clemson University’s Master of Real Estate Development (MRED) program is excited to announce a curriculum update as it moves to its new home in the College of Architecture, Art and Construction. While the…
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Researchers see high promise for developing next-generation batteries
December 18, 2023
Dillip Panda of Clemson University said the global shift away from fossil fuels is driving up the demand for next-generation batteries, making the research he is conducting a potential target…
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The Citadel to guarantee admission for military school graduates
December 18, 2023
To further recognize the military and academic preparation students undergo at schools affiliated with AMCSUS, or the Association of Military Colleges and Schools of the United States, The Citadel will now guarantee admission…
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Dr. David O’Shields assumes Chairmanship of the State Board of Education
December 18, 2023
At the December 12, 2023 meeting of the State Board of Education (SBE), Dr. David O’Shields was sworn in as the chair of the SBE. The SBE also unanimously elected…
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School District Five dance teacher named new president of South Carolina Dance Association
December 18, 2023
South Carolina Dance Association (SCDA), an association of the South Carolina Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance (SCAHPERD) has named Sara Monts of Nursery Road Elementary School- Arts Magnet…
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Lexington One announces four leadership positions
December 18, 2023
On December 12, 2023, the Lexington County School District One Board of Trustees named Chad Leaphart the new district athletic director effective January 2, 2024; Leisa Clamp the new principal…
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Full Time Substitute Teacher Needed – Laurens County School District 55
December 18, 2023
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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Dr. David O’Shields Assumes Chairmanship of the State Board of Education
December 18, 2023
At the December 12, 2023 meeting of the State Board of Education (SBE), Dr. David O’Shields was sworn in as the chair of the SBE. The SBE also unanimously elected…
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Fist Bump Friday: A Positive Morning Boost Courtesy of Laurens County Sheriff’s Office
December 18, 2023
The Laurens County Sheriff’s Office held another successful Fist Bump Friday on December 15, marking the third installment of this heartwarming community initiative. Sheriff Don Reynolds expressed his gratitude to…
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Empower Her: Vision Board Party at The Vestibule
December 18, 2023
Women are invited to join an exclusive event at The Vestibule Coffee and Tea in Clinton on December 21st from 4 to 6 pm. “Empower Her: Vision Board Party” promises…
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South Carolina Department of Education Awards Laurens County School District 55 with Innovation Grant
December 18, 2023
Laurens County School District 55 (LCSD 55) announced at the November 27, 2023, LCSD 55 School Board Meeting that the district was awarded an Innovation Grant for $74,000, by the…
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