Clemson FRESH announces inaugural cohort of sustainability leaders
September 24, 2024
The first cohort of the Clemson Fresh Sustainability Leadership Program kicked off the semester Sept. 4 with a seminar titled, “Careers in Sustainability: Networking Skills and Career Paths.” The talk…
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Clemson Extension TEACH Center opens at Citadel Mall
September 24, 2024
Visit the Clemson Extension TEACH Center from 9 a.m. – noon and from 1-4 p.m. Monday through Friday in the Citadel Mall for help with gardening questions or to drop…
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Thad Dulin appointed Treasurer of the SC Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities Foundation
September 23, 2024
The SC Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities Foundation announced Thad Dulin’s appointment as its new Treasurer. Dulin, an Upstate native and passionate advocate for the arts, brings years…
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S.C. Arts Commission launches Creative Careers website
September 23, 2024
Today, the South Carolina Arts Commission formally announced the launch of a new website designed to provide information and insight into the vast career opportunities within the state’s thriving $14…
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Lander’s “fashion forward” students ready for education careers
September 23, 2024
Clothes don’t make the person, but they do form the foundation for a professional wardrobe to help a person shine in their career. Lander University’s College of Education assists students…
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Midlands Technical College Police Chief graduates from FBI National Academy
September 23, 2024
Midlands Technical College Chief of Police Tim Martin has graduated as a member of the 291st session of the FBI National Academy. Chief Martin is the first police chief of…
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Accelerating Success: How Piedmont Tech’s Dual Enrollment Program Helped Nadia Sanders Graduate from USC in Just Two Years
September 23, 2024
Nadia Sanders credits the Dual Enrollment Program at Piedmont Technical College (PTC) with enabling her to graduate from the University of South Carolina in only two years. “It was definitely…
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Lander University Hosts Constitution Day Discussion with Civic Leader Jason Zacher
September 23, 2024
Lander students, faculty, staff and community members came together to celebrate Constitution Day with an engaging discussion led by Jason Zacher, president of Bridge Public Strategy Group. The event took…
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Lander MBA student refused to let challenges define his future
September 20, 2024
Lander University graduate student Trevor Batastini has an impressive resume of academic and athletic achievements. Before arriving in Greenwood to seek his MBA at Lander, Batastini was an undergraduate student…
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Laurens County Native and Lander University Alumna Sarah Boazman Segars to Celebrate 102nd Birthday
September 20, 2024
One of Lander University’s oldest living alumni is approaching a major milestone. Sarah Boazman Segars, of Laurens County, graduated from what was then Lander College in 1943, and is set…
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Satchel Ford Elementary named Special Olympics National Banner Unified Champion School
September 19, 2024
Satchel Ford Elementary School has been named a National Banner Unified Champion School by the Special Olympics. This is the third consecutive year that a Richland One school has received…
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Richland One’s Induction Teacher of the Year Julia Turner makes music relatable for students
September 19, 2024
Think about your favorite song and why you love it. Is it because of the rhythm, the melody or the lyrics? In music teacher Julia Turner’s classes at A.C. Moore…
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LushAcres Farm Set to Host Fourth Annual Fall Festival
September 18, 2024
Get ready to celebrate the fall season with family, friends, and fun at the Fourth Annual LushAcres Fall Festival! Coming every Saturday in October, the festival will once again welcome…
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Laurens County Sheriff’s Office to Host Fist Bump Friday on September 27th
September 17, 2024
The Laurens County Sheriff’s Office (LCSO) is excited to bring back “Fist Bump Friday” on Friday, September 27th! This popular initiative, which began in September 2022, is designed to engage…
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Back to Roots Event at Barefoot Acres Farm: Cultivating Connections and Community
September 17, 2024
Barefoot Acres Farm invites you to the Back to Roots event on Saturday, September 28, 2024, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Join them for a day filled with inspiration,…
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Understanding Mental Health in the Aging Population: An Informative Session Hosted by Martha Franks Retirement Community
September 17, 2024
Martha Franks Retirement Community is hosting an important event titled “Understanding Mental Health in the Aging Population” on Thursday, September 26, 2024, at 8:30 a.m. The session will be held…
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Cisco invests fourth tranche of scholarships at Denmark Tech to expand cybersecurity talent pipeline
September 17, 2024
Cisco recently announced a significant investment of $625,000 to support Fusion Cyber’s RMF Cybersecurity certificate program through Denmark Technical College in Denmark, South Carolina. This generous contribution will expand the…
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USC Theatre opens new season with centuries-old tale of civil disobedience Antigone
September 17, 2024
The University of SC Department of Theatre and Dance will open its 2024-2025 season with a production of the timeless classic Antigone, October 4-12 at historic Longstreet Theatre. Show times are…
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Clemson architecture students earn accolades from the AIA’s Committee on the Environment
September 17, 2024
For the eighth year in a row, Clemson Master of Architecture (M.Arch) students were named among the winners of the American Institute of Architects, Committee on the Environment’s (AIA COTE) design competition. The…
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Media Forensics Hub wins second place in Cyber Innovators Challenge
September 17, 2024
The Clemson University Media Forensics Hub won second place in the Defense Innovation Unit (DIU) and National Security Innovation Network (NSIN) Cyber Innovators Challenge for developing an analytic platform to identify malign,…
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Presbyterian Hammers Virginia-Lynchburg for Fifth Straight Win in a Home-Opener
September 16, 2024
The Presbyterian College football team utterly dominated the Dragons of Virginia-Lynchburg on Saturday afternoon at Bailey Memorial Stadium, outgaining the opposition by 370 yards and securing their first shutout since…
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Deadline Approaching for Voter Registration in South Carolina Ahead of Nov. 5th Election
September 16, 2024
In South Carolina, voters must register at least 30 days prior to an election to be eligible to vote. With the Nov. 5th election just around the corner, it’s crucial…
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North Columbia Youth Empowerment Initiative announces grand finale of 2024 “Be Safe Block Party” Summer Series
September 16, 2024
The North Columbia Youth Empowerment Initiative (NCYEI) has announced the grand finale of the fifth annual “Be Safe Block Party” Summer Series, themed “Peace Champs,” on Friday, September 20, 2024,…
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Donation Honors Former Tennis Player and Devoted Fan, the Late Reece Going
September 16, 2024
Lander University’s tennis players are getting additional help during their practices, all in the name of one who came before them. Teammates of Reece Going, who died from a long…
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Revolutionary War Interpretive Performance by Robert Ryals on September 24
September 15, 2024
History enthusiasts and the community are invited to experience a unique interpretive performance by Robert Ryals, who will bring to life the story of Reverend William Martin at the Laurens…
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Bantams Triumph Over Denmark Tech Panthers
September 15, 2024
“It’s a great step for sure,” said freshman Julien Födisch, USCU Men’s Soccer midfielder, after the team won 10-1 against Denmark Technical College on Wednesday, September 11.”We are really improving…
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CommUniversity connects Lander students with Lakelands community
September 15, 2024
Lander University was visited by 53 companies, agencies and organizations for the annual CommUniversity event on Wednesday. CommUniversity gives students a glimpse of many of the resources and opportunities available…
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Poet Glenis Redmond to Appear at Laurens Library
September 15, 2024
Glenis Redmond, celebrated poet, teacher, and imagination activist, will be featured at a special author event hosted by the Laurens County Library on September 24th at 6 p.m. Redmond, who…
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Reading, Writing and Skydiving at the Library
September 15, 2024
The Laurens County Public Library is wrapping up September with an exciting lineup of programs for both children and adults. Whether you’re interested in STEM, book discussions, or creative writing,…
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People, Places and Things by Duncan Macmillan to open 40th season at Trustus Theatre
September 13, 2024
Trustus Theatre celebrates Recovery Month in September with the production of People, Places and Things by Duncan Macmillan. Directed by Artistic Director Dewey Scott-Wiley and starring Christine Hellman as Emma,…
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USC athletics director Ray Tanner set to assume new role
September 13, 2024
Ray Tanner, who oversaw six national championships and record fundraising and revenue in three decades as athletics director and head baseball coach, will soon move into a new role at…
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A Helping Hand
September 12, 2024
By Tom Poland Hampton Wildlife Fund Awards 2024-2025 Scholarships When I read about the recent Hampton Fund scholarships, the words of conservationist and writer Aldo Leopold and a thought came…
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SCETV and USC Press celebrates jazz legend Marian McPartland with book launch event at Koger Center for the Arts
September 11, 2024
South Carolina ETV and Public Radio (SCETV), in partnership with the University of South Carolina Press, announced a special event celebrating the launch of Shall We Play That One Together: The Life…
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Civil Rights champion named to the board of the S.C. Civil Rights Museum
September 11, 2024
Dr. Thomas S. Mullikin was elected to the historic board in August By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Dr. Tom Mullikin, an attorney, university professor, and renowned global expedition leader has…
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USC CIC to host IBM watsonx Workshop and Competition
September 11, 2024
The University of South Carolina College of Information and Communications (CIC) invites college and university students from across South Carolina to participate in the IBM watsonx Workshop and Competition on…
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Introducing the Garnet & Blue Collective: Empowering Presbyterian College Athletes Through NIL Initiatives
September 11, 2024
The Garnet & Blue Collective is proud to announce its official launch as an independent organization dedicated to supporting Presbyterian College student athletes through Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) initiatives.…
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Presbyterian College to Honor First Responders to Clinton fire
September 11, 2024
‘Hometown Heroes’ to be recognized at halftime of Blue Hose game on Sept. 21 Presbyterian College will honor the firefighters and first responders who answered the call to combat a…
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Lander Wind Ensemble to Perform
September 11, 2024
The community is invited to join the Lander University Wind Ensemble for its first performance of the 2024-25 season Tuesday, Oct. 8, at 7 p.m. in the Josephine B. Abney…
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Prisma Health Invests $1M in Piedmont Technical College to Expand Nursing and Health Sciences Training in Laurens County
September 11, 2024
Prisma Health has committed $1 million to Piedmont Technical College (PTC) Foundation to increase access to nursing education and health sciences training on the PTC Laurens County campus. The investment…
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Furman’s Riley Institute names Bryan Boroughs as executive director
September 10, 2024
Boroughs to assume leadership Oct. 1 The Riley Institute at Furman University has appointed Bryan Boroughs ’02 its executive director. Boroughs will assume leadership on Oct. 1, taking the reins from…
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School of Architecture’s new lecture series focuses on the “Collective”
September 10, 2024
Clemson University’s School of Architecture has announced its 2024 – 2025 Lecture Series, “Collective.” The fall series will feature six distinguished speakers, three of whom will present at the Clemson Design Center in Charleston.…
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Clemson University launches new Master’s in Sports Business and Analytics
September 10, 2024
The Department of Management in Clemson University‘s Wilbur O. and Ann Powers College of Business announced the launch of its Master of Science in Sports Business and Analytics (MSSBA) program. This program is designed to…
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AT&T invests in Future Leaders: $10,000 contribution to Greenville Tech Foundation supports African American Male Scholars Initiative
September 10, 2024
The Greenville Tech Foundation announced a substantial investment of $10,000 from AT&T in support of the African American Male Scholars Initiative (AAMSI). This funding will provide crucial resources and inspire…
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Richland One partners with University of South Carolina for SC-DREAM for future elementary school teachers
September 9, 2024
If you have a bachelor’s degree and you want to be an elementary school teacher in South Carolina but you lack teaching experience or certification, there’s a new opportunity available…
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District Five Foundation announces two new board members
September 9, 2024
The District 5 Foundation announced that Michelle Fabrizio and Lollie Haselden have joined the Board of Directors. Both Michelle and Lollie bring with them a deep commitment to the community…
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SC Works Trident to host Public Service Career Fair
September 9, 2024
A BERKELEY-CHARLESTON-DORCHESTER COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS PROGRAM Hiring event for government jobs in the Tri-County region SC Works Trident will host the second annual Public Service Career Fair on Tuesday, Sept.…
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Paralympics helps shine a light on exoskeleton research at Clemson University
September 9, 2024
The work that Clemson University is doing to advance exoskeleton technology and make it available to a wide range of users is coming into sharp relief as Team USA goes…
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Bantams Celebrate the New “U”
September 9, 2024
USC Union Begins the Fall 2024 Semester with Exciting Developments USC Union has a new look! On August 28, the university unveiled their new athletic logo, a fresh rendition of…
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Rock Hill charter school uses $26.3 million in JEDA Bonds for educational facilities
September 9, 2024
The South Carolina Jobs-Economic Development Authority (JEDA) has facilitated $26,270,000 in Educational Facilities Revenue Bonds for Riverwalk Academy, a public charter school in Rock Hill. The new financing will refund…
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SC Decoded on Sept 10-11, 2024
September 9, 2024
Next week the SC Council on Competitiveness is hosting their annual SC Decoded Conference on September 10th and 11th in North Augusta, SC. The event will be held at the Crowne Plaza North…
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