Clinton High senior named National Merit semifinalist
September 9, 2026
William “Samuel” Hunt, a senior at Clinton High School, has been named a semifinalist in the 2027 National Merit Scholarship Program. National Merit Scholarship Corporation announced the names of more…
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After-hours art event Overdue celebrates 10 years at Richland Library
September 9, 2026September 18 event marks a decade since Studio Services opened at Richland Library Main Richland Library Main will come alive after hours with art, music, and hands-on creativity on Friday,…
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Joseph F. Rice, prominent attorney and longtime USC benefactor, dies at 72
September 9, 2026
Joseph F. “Joe” Rice, a nationally known attorney, University of South Carolina alumnus and philanthropist whose name graces the university’s law school, died Sept. 3. He was 72. University of…
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HGTC names Dr. Nancy Lynch 2026 Adjunct Faculty of the Year
September 9, 2026
Horry-Georgetown Technical College (HGTC) has named Dr. Nancy Lynch, adjunct faculty member in the Physical Therapist Assistant program, the College’s 2026 Adjunct Faculty of the Year, recognizing an educator whose…
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Spartanburg Community College awarded $1.325 million to continue TRIO Talent Search program in Cherokee County
September 9, 2026
Spartanburg Community College (SCC) has been awarded a five-year federal grant totaling $1.325 million to continue its TRIO Talent Search program in Cherokee County. The renewed funding, totaling $265,000 annually for five years, will…
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Lander Community Lecture Series Opens with Discussion of Ideas that Shaped Independence
September 8, 2026
A discussion on the Declaration of Independence launched the annual Lander University Community Lecture Series by covering a wide range of topics related to the historic document. Dr. Ryan Floyd,…
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Greenville Technical College helps build the workforce powering the Upstate economy
September 8, 2026
As Upstate employers face growing demand for skilled workers in health care, advanced manufacturing, aviation, technology, skilled trades, and other key industries, Greenville Technical College is helping build the talent…
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SC Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics Foundation awarded $50,000 grant to expand statewide STEM programs for Third Consecutive Year
September 8, 2026
The SC Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics Foundation (GSSMF) has been awarded a $50,000 grant from South Carolina Student Loan Corporation (SCSLC), through its philanthropic arm, Power:Ed. This marks…
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Popular Tuesdays With series to kick off Sept. 15 at Georgetown Library
September 8, 2026
The Friends of the Georgetown Library (FOGL) has announced the return of its popular “Tuesdays With…” Speaker Series for the 2026–2027 season, featuring a broad range of topics focused on…
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HGTC recognizes 2026 Marshall Altman Top Tech Award recipients
September 8, 2026
Horry-Georgetown Technical College (HGTC) recently recognized Justin Dillow and Von See Rowland as the 2026 recipients of the Marshall Altman Top Tech Award, an honor presented to outstanding students in…
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29th Season of the Moveable Feast brings authors and dining together in Pawleys Island
September 8, 2026
The Moveable Feast, a weekly series connecting community members with regional authors, artists, musicians, and historians, has announced its luncheon schedule through November 2026. Now in its 29th year, the…
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Carolina Kids Afterschool Program has openings for eligible elementary students in Pawleys Island
September 7, 2026
Families in the Pawleys Island area who need safe, affordable afterschool support for young children still have an opportunity to enroll. While Carolina Kids Afterschool Program sites serving intermediate and…
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New Grant to Fund More Summer Research at Lander
September 7, 2026
More South Carolina students will have access to research while in college thanks to a recently awarded grant. The grant, funded by the National Science Foundation, will allow Lander University’s…
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Why Does State Government Work the Way It Does? Vincent Sheheen to Explain at Lander
September 6, 2026
For anyone who has ever wondered why South Carolina government works the way it does, Vincent Sheheen offers a perspective shaped by years of public service. Sheheen, whose political career…
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Nashville’s premier songwriters headed to Georgetown’s Kaminski House for benefit concert
September 4, 2026
Music lovers in Georgetown will have a unique opportunity to experience the heart of Music City next week when the Healthy Learners Nashville Songwriters in the Round concert series comes…
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Lander ROTC cadet from Murrells Inlet completes grueling Army training at West Point, Fort Knox
September 4, 2026
GREENWOOD, S.C.— Lander University senior August Darden, of Murrells Inlet, spent his summer preparing for a future that is defined by leadership, service and a career in the U.S. Army.…
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Community support needed: Georgetown Family YMCA launches September school supply drive
September 4, 2026
The Georgetown Family YMCA Youth Development Team has officially kicked off its “Supplies for Success” September School Supply Drive, running through September 25th, to equip local students with essential tools…
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HTC employees invest in local high school golf programs
September 4, 2026
Annual Co-Op Cup Tournament Raises $14,000 to Support Student Athletes Across Horry, Georgetown and Marion Counties. HTC, the largest telecommunications cooperative in the United States, continues to invest in local…
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Stella’s Homemade Ice Cream kicks off 3rd Annual “Ice Cream Wars” to benefit local schools
September 3, 2026
MURRELLS INLET, S.C. — Sweet competition is returning to Murrells Inlet as Stella’s Homemade Ice Cream(opens in new tab) launches its 3rd Annual Battle of the Schools: Ice Cream Wars.…
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Georgetown Growers Market to host “Loving Fall Fest” community celebration
September 3, 2026
The Growers Market(opens in new tab) has announced its upcoming Loving Fall Fest, taking place on Saturday, September 19, 2026, from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM at 120 North Fraser…
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Clarendon County nonprofit receives $30,000 grant from Power:Ed to support virtual reality career exploration for youth and adults
September 3, 2026
BRAVO Education Foundation of Clarendon County (BRAVO), has been awarded a $30,000 grant from SC Student Loan Corporation through its philanthropy, Power:Ed, to launch “Empowering Clarendon”, a program that integrates…
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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis recognizes Anya Bryant of Jackson Creek Elementary as Educator of the Month
September 3, 2026
Richland Two educator helps students lay the groundwork for a successful future South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis has recognized Anya Bryant of Richland Two School District’s Jackson Creek Elementary School…
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CCSD, Charleston Southern announce direct admission partnership
September 2, 2026
Charleston County School District and Charleston Southern University have launched a direct admission partnership that will give qualifying high school seniors a streamlined path to acceptance at CSU. The program…
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Golden Strip Career Center students will take the stage at Euphoria’s Healthy Lunchtime Throwdown
September 2, 2026
The heat is officially turning up in the kitchen for three talented young culinary students from Golden Strip Career Center, who have been selected to showcase their culinary chops on…
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Denmark Tech, Morris College partnership creates new pathways to bachelor’s degrees
September 2, 2026
Denmark Technical College and Morris College have entered into an academic articulation agreement designed to make it easier for students to transfer credits, build on credentials they’ve earned and continue…
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HGTC Area Commission announces three finalists for college presidency
September 2, 2026
The Horry-Georgetown Technical College (HGTC) Area Commission has selected three finalists for the presidency of Horry-Georgetown Technical College following a national search. The finalists, listed in alphabetical order, are Chad…
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Historian to present book on 1947 Willie Earle lynching in Pawleys Island
September 2, 2026
Author Dr. William B. Gravely will return to his home state on Saturday, Oct. 10, to discuss his book about Willie Earle, the victim of South Carolina’s last recorded lynching.…
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Cayce Assistant Principal represents South Carolina this week in Mrs. American event
September 2, 2026
Cayce Elementary Assistant Principal Dr. Ashley Caulder will take the national stage this week, representing South Carolina as Mrs. South Carolina American in the Mrs. American competition. For Dr. Caulder,…
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David Stumbo to be Featured Speaker Sept. 16 for Lander’s Constitution Day Observance
September 1, 2026
Eighth Circuit Solicitor David Stumbo will be the featured guest speaker for the annual Constitution Day observance at Lander University. Sponsored by the College of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences,…
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Brookgreen Gardens to host ninth annual Gullah Geechee Junkanoo Festival
September 1, 2026
Brookgreen Gardens(opens in new tab) will celebrate West African, Caribbean, and Gullah Geechee culture during its 9th annual Gullah Geechee Junkanoo Festival on Saturday, September 12, 2026, from 10:00 am…
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Celebrate history and freedom at Brookgreen Gardens’ Constitution Day celebration
September 1, 2026
This September, step back into American history at Brookgreen Gardens(opens in new tab) for a full day of historical performances, educational activities, and patriotic tradition during the annual Constitution Day…
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Georgetown Library to open Middle Passage exhibit with presentation by Dr. Shannon Eaves
September 1, 2026
College of Charleston historian Dr. Shannon C. Eaves will deliver a public presentation on the history and legacy of the Middle Passage in South Carolina at 4 p.m. Thursday, Oct.…
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College of Charleston Bennett School of Hospitality and Tourism Management announces community wine education course
September 1, 2026
The Bennett School of Hospitality and Tourism Management at the College of Charleston is sharing one of its most popular classes with the community in a new wine education course. Offered in partnership with…
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City of Columbia celebrates WhizWorld’s grand opening and ribbon cutting – Sept 2
September 1, 2026
The City of Columbia’s Office of Business Opportunities will be hosting the ribbon cutting of WhizWorld Kids Academy(opens in new tab) on Wednesday, September 2 at 11:00 a.m. at 903 Elmwood…
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Two Richland One high schools ranked among ‘Best High Schools’ by U.S. News & World Report
September 1, 2026
Two Richland One high schools have been named among the “Best High Schools” in the nation by U.S. News & World Report in its 2026-2027 ranking. Dreher High School(opens in…
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LawyerLisa recognized in the 33rd Edition of The Best Lawyers in America
August 31, 2026
Managing Attorney, Lisa Hostetler Brown, has been recognized by her peers in the 33rd Edition of The Best Lawyers in America© for 2027 for her exceptional work in Elder Law.…
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Lander ROTC Cadet August Darden completes grueling Summer training for Army career
August 31, 2026
Lander University senior August Darden spent his summer preparing for a future that is defined by leadership, service and a career in the U.S. Army. That preparation took Darden to…
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HGTC sees 7% growth in continuing student enrollment for Fall 2026
August 31, 2026
More than 4,600 continuing students return as overall fall registration surpasses 9,000 for second consecutive year Horry-Georgetown Technical College (HGTC) is reporting a 7% increase in continuing student enrollment this…
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Laurens County First Steps launches
August 31, 2026
Dolly Parton spent seven decades as one of the most recognizable voices in American music. In the days since her death on Aug. 25 at the age of 80, many…
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Newberry College celebrates opening of Wolves Village, renovated library
August 28, 2026
Newberry College celebrated two investments in the student experience Wednesday with ribbon-cutting ceremonies at Wolves Village and Wessels Library. The celebrations brought together College leaders, students, and community partners to…
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Richland Library Friends and Foundation names 2026–27 Ethel Bolden Minority Fellows
August 27, 2026
The Richland Library Friends and Foundation announced Afnan Hakami and Kimberly Jones as the 2026-27 Ethel Bolden Minority Fellows. Each fellow will complete a semester-long project supporting the work of…
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W.A. Perry Middle named Nationally Certified Demonstration magnet school
August 27, 2026W.A. Perry Middle School has been named a 2026 Nationally Certified Demonstration School by Magnet Schools of America, the organization’s top recognition for magnet schools nationwide. W.A. Perry was one…
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Boeing renews $100,000 investment in CCSD career exploration
August 27, 2026
Boeing is renewing its support of Charleston County School District students with a second consecutive $100,000 investment aimed at connecting students with advanced manufacturing careers across the Charleston region. The…
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The Greenville Tech Foundation’s Champions for Student Success event to invest in students and workforce development
August 27, 2026
The Greenville Tech Foundation will host its annual signature fundraising event, Champions for Student Success, on Tuesday, October 27, 2026, at Greenville Technical College’s newly opened Center for Welding &…
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Discover 4-H drop-in event coming to Georgetown County Library on September 3
August 27, 2026
Clemson University Cooperative Extension in Georgetown County invites local youth, parents, and community members to a free “Discover 4-H” drop-in event on Thursday, September 3, 2026, from 4:00 to 6:00…
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Clinton High School senior earns perfect ACT score
August 26, 2026
Samuel Hunt, a senior at Clinton High School, has earned a composite score of 36 on the ACT, the highest score the exam awards. Fewer than 1% of test takers…
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A Back-to-School Time Conversation with Olivia Kilton of Grand Strand Health
August 26, 2026
Helping our children cope and thrive as they return to school By Karen Owens Publisher Most schools throughout the Lowcountry have been back in session for a couple of weeks…
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Georgetown County Library secures $40,500 grant for American Innovation Series
August 26, 2026
“From Independence to Interstellar” will mark America’s 250th with free programs, new books, and online access The Georgetown County Library (GCL) has been awarded a major grant in support of…
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Fountain Inn opens registration for Civics Academy to give residents an inside look at local government
August 26, 2026
Residents looking to gain a deeper understanding of how their city operates behind the scenes can now register for the upcoming Fountain Inn Civics Academy. The interactive public education initiative…
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Golden Strip Career Center to host open house showcasing new welding lab at Brashier campus
August 26, 2026
Area students, parents, and community members interested in high-demand technical trades are invited to tour the latest upgrades at the Golden Strip Career Center’s Brashier Campus during an upcoming open…
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