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Prisma Health Apprenticeship Propels Piedmont Technical College Student Megan Craine Toward Nursing Degree

May 5, 2026

Megan Craine has childhood memories of volunteering at the senior care facility in Laurens where her mother works. “I used to go there after school and I would help push…

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Georgetown County School District honors top educators and support staff in Georgetown attendance zone

May 5, 2026

As part of the annual Employee Appreciation Week celebrations, the Georgetown County School District has officially announced the Teachers and Support Staff of the Year for the Georgetown attendance zone.…

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Four Lexington Two seniors awarded prestigious SC Teaching Fellowship

May 5, 2026

Four Brookland-Cayce High School students have been awarded the prestigious South Carolina Teaching Fellowship. The seniors will join freshman cohorts this fall at the following universities: Caroline Boone and Jenna…

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HGTC announces Spring 2026 commencement details as college marks 60th anniversary, Early College High School celebrates 20 years

May 5, 2026

Spring commencement scheduled for Tuesday, May 12, 2026 Horry-Georgetown Technical College (HGTC) has announced plans for its Spring 2026 Commencement Ceremony, celebrating graduates from the 2025-2026 academic year during a…

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Clemson partners with Upcountry History Museum on special American Revolution exhibit

May 5, 2026

Clemson University is partnering with the Upcountry History Museum in Greenville to help celebrate the 250thanniversary of the American Revolution with an exhibition titled “Upcountry Road to Freedom: Upstate South…

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Clemson receives grant from SC 250 Commission

May 5, 2026

Clemson University’s Department of Historic Properties and the College of Arts and Humanities have received a $35,000 grant from the South Carolina 250 Commission to plan programs to celebrate the…

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Call Me MiSTER, SC Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities partner to increase student engagement, learning via arts education

May 5, 2026

The Call Me MiSTER® (Mentors Instructing Students Toward Effective Role Models) program is working with the South Carolina Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities to create space for the…

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Patrick Martin named CCSD 2026 Teacher of the Year

May 5, 2026

Charleston County School of the Arts English teacher and Teacher Cadet instructor Patrick Martin is Charleston County School District’s 2026 Teacher of the Year. He’s honored to have been chosen and…

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The Dirt on the Strip: Mastering the May Humidity

May 4, 2026

It’s the first week of May, and in the Upstate, that means we’ve traded the “pollen fog” for the “humidity haze.” If you’ve stepped into your garden this morning, you…

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2026 City of Columbia Touch-A-Truck event is back for the fourth year at Soda City

May 4, 2026

City of Columbia Public Works Department, Columbia Police Department, Columbia-Richland Fire Department, City of Columbia Parks & Recreation, Columbia Water, City of Columbia Fleet Services, City of Columbia Parking Department,…

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Local Homeowners Offered Free Estate Planning Seminar at Mauldin Library

May 4, 2026

As economic shifts and property values continue to fluctuate across the Upstate, Greenville County homeowners are being invited to a free educational seminar focused on securing their financial legacies. The…

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USC names McCausland Chair in Civic Engagement to direct civic leadership center

May 4, 2026

The University of South Carolina has named Christopher Tollefsen as the Peter McCausland Chair in Civic Engagement and the executive director of the Center for American Civic Leadership and Public…

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Lander’s College of Science and Mathematics Celebrates Student Achievement at Awards Ceremony

May 4, 2026

In the College of Science and Mathematics, students are busy doing. Whether they’re working closely with their faculty mentors to complete undergraduate research projects; preparing for their next chapter in…

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South Carolina leaders celebrate future innovators; SC Future Makers awards scholarships to five students

May 3, 2026

South Carolina’s future engineers, scientists, and innovators took center stage today as 91 high school seniors were celebrated at the 10th Annual South Carolina STEM Signing Day, including four local…

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GCSD announces school leadership changes, staffing adjustments for 2026–2027

May 2, 2026

Georgetown County School District (GCSD) has announced school leadership updates and strategic staffing adjustments as part of its planning for the 2026–2027 school year, driven by projected enrollment shifts and…

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Free Educational Workshop – Senior Scams

May 2, 2026

The Landings of Georgetown is hosting a free educational workshop on how to avoid being scammed by fraudsters on Thursday, May 7 at 2:00 pm. This informative workshop will educate…

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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis honors 23 graduates of SC Financial Literacy Master Teacher Program

May 1, 2026

State Treasurer Curtis Loftis recognized the most recent graduates of the South Carolina Financial Literacy Master Teacher Program, an innovative multi-year program designed to increase the number of teachers incorporating…

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HGTC advances student success, meets all state performance funding measures

May 1, 2026

College reports increases in licensure participation, persistence, and progression while maintaining strong workforce placement outcomes Horry-Georgetown Technical College (HGTC) has met the criteria for four key performance funding measures established…

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The Center of Excellence for Educator Preparation and Innovation

May 1, 2026

The EPI Center is a self-sustaining, national 501(c) (3) nonprofit established in 2021 on the campus of Voorhees University by Founder and CEO Dr. Damara Hightower Mitchell. The EPI Center…

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Dr. Jennifer Logan appointed as Peer Reviewer for the prestigious English Journal

May 1, 2026

In a significant move to advance nationwide literacy education, Dr. Jennifer Logan has been selected to serve as a Peer Reviewer for the highly esteemed English Journal: A Journal of…

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Coastal Carolina University and Horry‑Georgetown Technical College launch new transfer partnership for business students

April 30, 2026

Coastal Carolina University and Horry‑Georgetown Technical College (HGTC) have launched a new academic partnership that creates a seamless transfer pathway for students pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration.…

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Largest private donation in GSSM history announced by DeLoach family

April 30, 2026

The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science and Mathematics (GSSM) and the GSSM Foundation announce the largest private donation in the school’s history from Harris E. and Louise H. DeLoach.…

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Pioneer Day Offers Rare Immersive History Experience for Laurens County Families

April 29, 2026

On Saturday, May 2, 2026, history won’t just be something you read about — it will be something you can touch, hear, and step inside. The Gray Court-Owings Historical Society…

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Investing in the Future: A Night with the RISE UN Youth Corps

April 29, 2026

By Karen Owens, Publisher As I stood in the Georgetown Library Auditorium this past Monday, April 27, I couldn’t help but feel a profound sense of optimism. I was there…

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Midlands Technical College and Lexington Health announce new workforce partnership

April 29, 2026

Midlands Technical College (MTC) and Lexington Health are partnering to expand the college’s Radiologic Technology and Surgical Technology programs. The organizations announced the workforce development collaboration on April 29, 2026,…

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The Moore School widens its reach with LifeLong Learning

April 29, 2026

Do you know everything you need to know in today’s business environment? Of course not. None of us knows everything. But at the Darla Moore School of Business at the…

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Hillcrest High Honors Student Leaders at Inter-High Council Luncheon

April 29, 2026

Hillcrest High School paused to recognize a group of its most dedicated student leaders this past Friday during the annual Inter-High Council year-end luncheon. The event served as a formal…

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Dr. Matilda Evans Author Talk Rescheduled for May 12 at Fountain Inn Museum

April 29, 2026

History enthusiasts and community members will have to wait just a bit longer to hear the story of a South Carolina medical pioneer. The highly anticipated author talk and book…

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Mauldin High Student Noel Lyons Awarded Prestigious Marine Option ROTC Scholarship

April 29, 2026

Noel Lyons has earned one of the nation’s most competitive military scholarships, receiving the Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps (NROTC) Marine Option scholarship. This distinguished achievement places Lyons among an…

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Laurens County School District 56 Expands Gifted & Talented Program with New Hire

April 29, 2026

Laurens County School District 56 has announced the hiring of a second Elementary Gifted & Talented teacher, expanding its commitment to advanced learners at the elementary level. Mrs. Lander Adams…

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Lander, Trident Technical College agreement creates pathway for paralegal studies

April 29, 2026

Lander University and Trident Technical College (TTC) have announced a new transfer partnership for students who are looking to advance their education in paralegal studies. The articulation agreement will allow…

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Local dealership aims to fill automotive technician shortage

April 29, 2026

South Carolina and the nation are facing a shortage of automotive service technicians. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, South Carolina has a shortage of 1,400 automotive technicians scattered…

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Preserving the Past: Join the Kaminski House for “Stroll Through Our Stories”

April 28, 2026

The Kaminski House Museum is inviting the community to step back in time and celebrate the heritage of the Hammock Coast with a special event, “Stroll Through Our Stories.” Taking…

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Lander’s College of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences Honors Students with Annual Awards

April 28, 2026

The College of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences at Lander University celebrated the extraordinary accomplishments of the college community during its annual awards ceremony held Thursday, April 9, in the…

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Clemson alum James Rhett Hendricks Jr. to receive Distinguished Service Award

April 28, 2026

PAWLEY’S ISLAND, SC — The Clemson Alumni Association has announced that James Rhett Hendricks Jr., a retired vice president of Duke Energy and a decorated veteran, will receive its highest…

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Black River United Way calls for support as local third-grade literacy rates lag

April 28, 2026

Nearly half of all third graders in the local community are currently reading below grade level, according to data released by Black River United Way. The statistics reveal a stark…

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Five schools named Palmetto’s Finest

April 28, 2026

The South Carolina Association of School Administrators honors schools across the state. Five schools have been named 2026 Palmetto’s Finest Schools. They are: Carver Elementary Magnet School, Florence School District…

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Clemson Alumni Association to honor five leaders with Distinguished Service Award

April 28, 2026

The Clemson Alumni Association will recognize five distinguished individuals with its highest honor, the Distinguished Service Award, during a May 2026 ceremony. The award celebrates alumni and friends of Clemson…

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Clemson University works with partners to turn waste heat into electricity

April 28, 2026

The heat-recovery system is the focal point of a $6.3-million research grant that the U.S. Department of Energy provided to Clemson, TECO-Westinghouse Motor Company and the National Laboratory of the…

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College of Charleston welcomes dean of natural and environmental sciences

April 28, 2026

Juliet Spencer was appointed as the next dean of the School of Natural and Environmental Sciences on April 21, 2026. A nationally recognized leader in student success, Spencer was recently honored with the 2025 Outstanding Support…

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Charleston Southern hires Angela Villarreal as inaugural head coach for women’s flag football

April 28, 2026

Charleston Southern Athletics has hired Angela Villarreal-Ortiz to be the first Head Coach for the Women’s Flag Football team at the university. The hire concludes a nationwide search that began…

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CSU family mourns death of Jim Settle

April 28, 2026

Charleston Southern University is saddened to announce the death of retired Coach James “Jim” C. Settle, age 88, on Tuesday, April 14. Settle was one of the first 16 faculty…

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Harbor View Elementary School wins Palmetto’s Finest

April 28, 2026

Sailboats join Lucy Beckham High School and Laurel Hill Primary as finalists for state honor Harbor View Elementary School made history for Charleston County School District (CCSD) on April 23, 2026.…

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School District Five names 2026–2027 finalists for Teacher of the Year

April 28, 2026

Lexington-Richland School District Five has named finalists for its 2026-2027 Teacher of the Year award. The finalists are: Anna Maria Hinson, a Spring Hill High School English teacher; Kathryn Meetze,…

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School District Five superintendent named SC/NSPRA Administrator of the Year

April 28, 2026

Lexington-Richland School District Five Superintendent Dr. Akil E. Ross, Sr. was surprised April 20 at the School District Five School Board meeting with the prestigious South Carolina National School Public…

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Grant named Lexington One’s new executive director of operations

April 28, 2026

At its April 21, 2026, meeting, the Lexington County School District One Board of Trustees approved the recommendation of Robert Grant as the district’s new executive director of operations, effective…

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EPI Center spotlighted by Apprenticeship Carolina

April 28, 2026

The EPIC Apprenticeship program gains statewide recognition as a premier workforce solution for South Carolina’s teacher shortage. The Center of Excellence for Educator Preparation and Innovation (EPI Center) announces that…

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