2nd Annual Meyer Center Polo Classic raises $534,000 to empower children with disabilities
October 24, 2024
The Meyer Center for Special Children hosted its 2nd Annual Polo Classic at Historic Hopkins Farm in Simpsonville, SC, raising $534,000 to support the center’s mission of empowering children with…
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Denmark Technical College holds Second Annual President’s Tie Tying Celebration to empower students for professional success
October 24, 2024
On October 16, Denmark Technical College hosted its second annual President’s Tie Tying Celebration. This unique event is part of the college’s mission to engage, educate and empower students, many of whom come…
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Changing federal student loan program creates massive borrower confusion
October 24, 2024
SC Technical College System Partners with Ascendium to Provide Trusted Support for Alums and Students Between federal student loan program changes, policy challenges in the courts, and loan transfers between…
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Presbyterian College Department of Visual and Performing Arts Presents Fall Choral Concert
October 23, 2024
The Presbyterian College Department of Visual and Performing Arts is proud to present its Fall Choral Concert, featuring performances by the PC Choir and Bella Voce. The concert will take…
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Piedmont Technical College President Chosen for Aspen Institute’s Presidents Fellowship
October 23, 2024
Dr. Hope Rivers is one of 25 community college leaders selected for a fellowship focused on improving access, completion and post-grad success for students The Aspen Institute College Excellence Program…
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Original Six Foundation receives contribution to provide safe afterschool learning for rural students in Florence County
October 23, 2024
The Original Six (O6) Foundation received a $56,000 contribution from Honda to ensure students at two Florence County elementary schools have access to quality afterschool programs during the 2024-25 school…
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Spartanburg Science Center announces 2024 Spartanburg County STEM Educator of the Year, Awards $20,000 to seven local teachers
October 23, 2024
The Spartanburg Science Center honored seven public school educators who were district finalists for the 2024 STEM Educator of the Year Awards celebrating the creativity, perseverance, and fortitude of our…
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Join the Clinton Library’s Book and Writer’s Clubs This Month!
October 23, 2024
The Clinton Public Library invites book lovers and writers alike to join in two exciting community gatherings this month. Whether you’re an avid reader, an aspiring writer, or just looking…
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Snow Family donates $25 million transformational gift to support the study of capitalism
October 22, 2024
With a transformational gift of $25 million to Clemson University, Dave and Lynette Snow have positioned the newly named Snow Institute for the Study of Capitalism to become the model…
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S. C. American Revolution 250 Commission invites the public to Camden events
October 22, 2024
The South Carolina American Revolution Sestercentennial Commission (SC250) invites the public to a week of events in Camden from October 30 to November 1. Attendees will have opportunities to learn…
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Associate Degree Spurs PTC grad to Long and Successful Healthcare Career
October 22, 2024
As he settles into his new position at the University of South Carolina School of Medicine Greenville, Tracy Pedigo has a good feeling about the latest chapter in his life.…
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Ala Qattawi was the first woman in the country to earn a Ph.D. in automotive engineering. Where is she now?
October 22, 2024
Clemson University alumna Ala Qattawi has an impressive resume that includes making history as the nation’s first woman to receive a Ph.D. in automotive engineering and a host of awards…
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Lander to Showcase Film on Dr. Benjamin E. Mays
October 22, 2024
The community is invited to join Lander University for a screening of a film celebrating the life of Civil Rights leader Dr. Benjamin E. Mays. The film, titled “The Legacy…
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USC School of Music announces new Music Teaching Artist Certificate Program
October 21, 2024
Thanks to the generous support of donors Fred and Dinah Gretsch, ten music teaching artists will be awarded a full scholarship to participate in the University of South Carolina School…
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Presbyterian College Secures $1.25 Million Grant from Lilly Endowment’s Thriving Congregations Initiative to Support ‘The Ecology of Calling Initiative’
October 21, 2024
Presbyterian College will launch a new church leadership initiative this year, largely thanks to a generous $1.25 million gift from Lilly Endowment Inc. The project is being funded through Lilly…
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Fine Arts Center receives donation from Greenville MOD to explore architecture
October 21, 2024
Greenville MOD (gvIMOD), a local organization working to celebrate and preserve mid-century modern and contemporary architecture, is again making a difference in the lives of future architects through a $5,000…
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Student Innovation Center invites public to adapted Toy Workshop
October 21, 2024
Participants will learn how to adapt toys for students with disabilities. The Student Innovation Center @ R2i2, along with the Assistive Technology Program through the University of South Carolina School…
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Newest Exhibit at Upcountry History Museum explores path of Black History in the American West
October 21, 2024
Exploring the path of Black history in the American West with a timeline of original pictorial quilts is the focus of “Black Pioneers: Legacy in the American West,” a first-of-its-kind…
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South Carolina Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities Foundation earns a Four-Star Rating from Charity Navigator
October 21, 2024
The South Carolina Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities Foundation announced it has received a Four-Star Rating from Charity Navigator for its strong financial health, accountability, and transparency. This…
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Clemson professor Trudy Mackay elected to the National Academy of Medicine
October 21, 2024
Trudy Mackay has been named Clemson’s first-ever member of the prestigious National Academy of Medicine, one of the highest honors in the fields of health and medicine. Three academies make…
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South Carolina State Museum to host major exhibition from Walt Disney Archives
October 21, 2024
New exhibition exploring the art of the Disney costume to open in May 2025 Next Spring, the South Carolina State Museum is set to host a fan-favorite blockbuster exhibition created…
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Col. (Ret.) James F. Chastain, Jr. ’96 Inducted into the Presbyterian College ROTC Hall of Fame
October 20, 2024
Retired U.S. Army colonel James F. Chastain, Jr., a 1996 graduate of Presbyterian College, was inducted Friday into his alma mater’s Reserve Officer Training Corps Hall of Fame. Chastain, who…
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Monstrously Batty Crafts at the Laurens Library
October 20, 2024
The Laurens Library is getting into the Halloween spirit with two special craft programs for kids and teens. Located at 1017 W. Main Street, the library invites children and teens…
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Lil’ Halloween Storytimes Coming to Laurens Libraries
October 19, 2024
Get ready for a fun and festive Halloween at the Laurens County Library branches with special spooky story times designed for our youngest readers! The Clinton Library is hosting a…
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Presbyterian College Reopens Bailey Gallery, Dedicates Vance Plaza During Laurens County Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours Event
October 19, 2024
Historic Neville Hall served as a perfect venue to kick off Presbyterian College’s 2024 Homecoming celebration, as the college opened the doors literally and figuratively to its supporters. As the…
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The Citadel honors its 18th president with statue on campus
October 18, 2024“He is not only a Citadel treasure — he is a national treasure.” It’s not every day that someone gets to see the tangible proof of the impact they’ve made…
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Denmark Technical College hosts Thurgood Marshall College Fund for College Takeover Day
October 17, 2024
Denmark Technical College (DTC) welcomed the Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) to campus on Oct. 10 for an enriching College Takeover Day, marking the college’s official entry into the prestigious TMCF network.…
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Richland One to hold Fall Certified Job Fair November 9
October 17, 2024
If you’re a new teacher or an experienced teacher looking for a new start, now is the time to join the Richland One team. Richland One’s Fall Certified Job Fair…
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Award-winning comics artist Ebony Flowers to speak at USC
October 16, 2024
One of the country’s foremost African American comics artists, Ebony Flowers, will discuss creative storytelling during a public talk at the University of South Carolina. Flowers, renowned for her award-winning…
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Stronger than the Storm: Lander University Recovers from Hurricane Helene
October 16, 2024
As Hurricane Helene was releasing its fury across Upstate South Carolina in the early hours of Friday, Sept. 27, Lander University police officers, administrators and essential personnel were alreadyon campus…
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LCSD 55 Targets Excellence with 2023-2024 School Report Card Progress
October 16, 2024
The 2023-2024 School Report Card Data has been released by the South Carolina Department of Education (SCDE) and the South Carolina Education Oversight Committee (EOC). School report cards contain the…
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South Carolina’s 2024 school report cards show continued improvements in CCSD
October 15, 2024Charleston County School District (CCSD) is sustaining and improving student academic performance and growth along with school climate, according to the annual report cards released by the South Carolina State…
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Clemson selected to participate in AAC&U Institute on AI, Pedagogy, and the Curriculum
October 15, 2024
A dedicated team of Clemson University faculty and staff has been selected to participate in the 2024-25 American Association of Colleges and Universities Institute on AI, Pedagogy, and the Curriculum. This…
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Clemson University partners with Escuela Universitaria Real Madrid Universidad Europea for new study abroad program in Spain
October 15, 2024
Clemson University and Escuela Universitaria Real Madrid Universidad Europea have partnered to deliver an interdisciplinary study abroad experience in Madrid, Spain, beginning in 2025. Led by the Clemson University Department…
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School District Five names new Director of Planning and Accountability
October 14, 2024
Lexington-Richland School District Five has named Audrey Black as Director of Planning and Accountability. Black currently serves as the Director of Federal and State Programs in Richland School District Two.…
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School District Five named the top school district in the Midlands
October 14, 2024
Niche.com has released its 2025 Best Schools in America rankings, and Lexington-Richland School District Five was named the number one school district in the Midlands. The website ranks over 10,000…
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The Citadel Athletic Director Mike Capaccio to retire
October 10, 2024
After thirteen years at The Citadel, the last six years as Director of Athletics, Mike Capaccio announced his retirement as athletics director. Capaccio has spent more than 40 years in…
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Helping Hands of Georgetown receives $100,000 grant from Power:Ed to support more students in its Youth Empowerment Program over the next two years
October 10, 2024
Helping Hands of Georgetown County, has been awarded a $100,000 two-year grant from Power:Ed, the philanthropy of SC Student Loan Corporation, to support expanding HHG’s Youth Empowerment Program, (YEP) in…
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Rural non-profit, Trent Hill Center receives $59,000 grant from Power:Ed to help youth aging out of foster care with independent living skills and building future pathways
October 10, 2024
Trent Hill Center for Children & Families (Trent Hill Center), has been awarded a $59,000 grant from Power:Ed, the philanthropy of SC Student Loan Corporation, to support its Independent Living…
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Lander University to Host Artists Jones, Males for “Home-Land” Exhibit on October 25
October 10, 2024
The community is invited to join the Department of Art + Design for a reception and conversation with visiting artists Ashley Jones and Danea Males on Friday, October 10, at…
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Substance Use Awareness Discussion Scheduled at Clinton Library Discussion
October 9, 2024
The Clinton Public Library is hosting a vital Substance Use Awareness Discussion on Wednesday, October 16, from 12:00 to 4:30 p.m. This event, aimed at promoting education and open dialogue…
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How Hurricane Helene impacted fall foliage
October 9, 2024
Sitting at an elevation of 6,684 feet, the Blue Ridge Parkway in North Carolina is a popular spot for enjoying fall foliage. However, because of Hurricane Helene, this seasonal treat…
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Popular Planetarium experience, Áróra, returns to the State Museum
October 9, 2024
Explore the Northern Lights in 4K inside the museum’s 55ft digital dome planetarium The South Carolina State Museum announced the return of the acclaimed planetarium show, “Áróra” opening Saturday, November…
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Lexington One Board of Trustees gives superintendent an ‘extremely effective evaluation’
October 9, 2024
As part of the work session and business meeting on October 8, 2024, the Lexington County School District One Board of Trustees conducted the evaluation of Dr. Gerrita Postlewait, superintendent…
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South Carolina First Steps announces Ann Vandervliet as new executive director
October 9, 2024
South Carolina First Steps, the state’s public-private partnership for early childhood services, announced that Ann Vandervliet has been named as its new executive director. “We are thrilled to welcome Ann…
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October Yard and Garden Tips
October 8, 2024
When you finish cleaning up from Hurricane Helene, there is other work to be done in the yard during October. (http://www.clemson.edu/laurens) Watch out for: Lawns • White grubs – the…
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Presidential historian Updegrove to speak in Greenville Nov. 7
October 8, 2024
On Nov. 7, two days after the presidential election, one of the country’s foremost presidential historians will present “Lessons in Character and Leadership from Seven American Presidents” at the Poinsett…
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Charleston Southern makes U.S. News & World Report’s Best Colleges list
October 8, 2024
Charleston Southern University is once again listed on U.S. News & World Report’s Best Colleges list, ranking in the Regional Universities South for Best Colleges, Best Colleges for Veterans, and…
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Charleston Learning Center announces Women in STEM series
October 8, 2024
Charleston Digital announced the expansion of its education offerings with the addition of a four-part Women in STEM series. The Women in STEM classes will begin on weekday evenings, starting…
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Clemson University, Prisma Health collaborate to bring advanced fMRI imaging technology to Oconee Memorial Hospital for diagnostics and research
October 8, 2024
On Monday, Oct. 7, Clemson University in collaboration with Prisma Health unveiled a new 3T functional magnetic imaging (fMRI) machine at Prisma Health Oconee Memorial Hospital. The next-generation, non-invasive scanning…
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