SCETV celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month with special programming available on-air and online
September 16, 2025
South Carolina ETV and Public Radio (SCETV) recognizes Hispanic Heritage Month held Sept.15 – Oct. 15. This celebration of tradition, history, art and achievement spotlights Hispanic culture through featured programs…
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Denmark Technical College announces Eric Brown, Ph.D., as its new president and chief executive officer
September 16, 2025
Denmark Technical College has named Eric Brown, Ph.D. as its next president and chief executive officer. A dynamic, results-driven leader with more than two decades of experience in higher education…
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SC Chamber to host Annual Workforce Development Symposium in partnership with SC Department of Employment and Workforce on September 17
September 16, 2025
Workforce recruitment, training, and retention of qualified employees are frequently identified as the top issues impacting South Carolina businesses. In partnership with the SC Department of Employment and Workforce, the Workforce…
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Experience Black History and Culture at Jubilee Festival on September 20
September 16, 2025Join Historic Columbia on Saturday, September 20, 2025, for a dynamic celebration of Black history, heritage, and culture at the 47th annual Jubilee: Festival of Black History & Culture. This free, family-friendly event…
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JerryFest 2025 announces commemorative poster contest
September 16, 2025
The Five Points Association announced a Commemorative Poster Contest for the 2025 JerryFest, Columbia’s free outdoor concert celebrating the life and legacy of Jerry Garcia and the 60th anniversary of…
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The South Carolina State Museum announces new exhibition titled “From the Vault: South Carolina Art From the Museum’s Collection”
September 16, 2025
New exhibition also marks the re-opening of the Lipscomb Art Gallery The South Carolina State Museum unveiled “From the Vault: South Caroline Art from the Museum’s Collection,” a new exhibition…
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Youth Justice Action Month
September 16, 2025The City of Columbia Office of Neighborhood Safety and Engagement invites the community for Youth Justice Action Month (YJAM 2025), a dynamic event uplifting young voices and promoting community-driven solutions.…
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Converse’s First-Generation program earns national recognition
September 15, 2025
University Selected for Inclusion in the FirstGen Forward Network FirstGen Forward, formerly the Center for First-Generation Student Success, recently announced Converse University as one of 60 new members of the…
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DPH Joins the Effort to Spread Awareness about Folic Acid
September 15, 2025
Every year, about 1 in 33 babies born in the United States has a birth defect, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. However, many serious birth defects…
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Pastor Matthew D. Long, Jr. named to Greenville Business Magazine’s “Best & Brightest 35 and Under”
September 13, 2025
Greenville Business Magazine has announced its annual list of the Best & Brightest 35 and Under, honoring young leaders making significant contributions in business, community, and leadership. Among this year’s…
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Williamsburg Technical College receives $56,500 grant from Power:Ed to create an advanced workforce training center
September 11, 2025
Williamsburg Technical College (WTC) has been awarded a $56,500 grant from Power:Ed, the philanthropy of SC Student Loan Corporation, to sustain and expand its College and Career Navigator (CCN) program.…
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First regional plan to eliminate HPV cancers as a public health concern released in the U.S.
September 11, 2025The HPV Vaccination Roundtable of the Southeast launches first U.S. regional plan to eliminate HPV cancers, starting with cervical cancer as a public health concern, across the Southeast. The elimination…
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Richland Library recognized as a 2025 Library of Congress Literacy Awards Honoree
September 11, 2025
Richland Library announced that its Education Studio has been named one of the 2025 Library of Congress Literacy Awards honorees. The recognition was announced on International Literacy Day, September 8,…
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Charleston Southern’s aeronautics, engineering programs celebrate growth with open house
September 11, 2025
President B. Keith Faulkner was walking through Reagan National Airport on a recent business trip when he heard someone calling repeatedly, “President Faulkner, President Faulkner.” He looked up to see…
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Four Lexington Two educators recognized with state, national honors
September 11, 2025
Four Lexington School District Two educators have been recognized with state and national honors. Haley Williamson has received the Outstanding Special Education Award from the National Association of Special Education…
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Piedmont Technical College Employees Smash Giving Record: $28K for Student Support
September 9, 2025
Piedmont Technical College Foundation announces that Employee Week of Givingshattered records Thanks to the generosity of faculty and staff members at Piedmont Technical College (PTC), the recently concluded Employee Week…
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SC Whitmore School
September 9, 2025
SC Whitmore School is a public school that has served thousands of students across South Carolina since 2011. SCWS is authorized by the SC Public Charter School District. All students…
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JWU Charlotte introduces three-year bachelor’s program in Hospitality Management
September 9, 2025
JWU Charlotte’s Hospitality Management program now accepting applications for Fall 2026 Johnson & Wales University (JWU) announced the launch of a three-year (90 credit) bachelor’s degree program in Hospitality Management…
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College of Charleston launches Civility Initiative: A Conversation with Trey Gowdy and Bakari Sellers
September 9, 2025
The College of Charleston Civility Initiative will host a Q&A featuring authors, commentators, and former elected officials: Trey Gowdy, a former Republican member of the U.S. House of Representatives, and…
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Eastside Elementary to Host Grand Opening for New Playground
September 8, 2025
Eastside Elementary School, in proud partnership with the Indigo Hope Foundation, will celebrate the grand opening of its brand-new playground on Wednesday, September 10 at 10:00 a.m. The event, titled…
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Revolutionary War Lecture Series Kicks Off at Laurens County Museum Sept. 9
September 8, 2025
First Topic: The Snow Campaign and Its Chilling Impact on the Southern Front The Laurens County Museum will launch its highly anticipated Revolutionary War Lecture Series on Tuesday, September 9,…
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Giving Hope to Young Adults Leaving Foster Care Is Life Goal for Lander Alumnus
September 7, 2025
When young people leave the foster care system, their future success can be in jeopardy – one in four will end up homeless within six months, one in five males…
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SC Whitmore School named National Beta School of Merit
September 3, 2025
SC Whitmore School (SCWS), a statewide online public charter high school, is proud to announce that SC Whitmore is a 2024-2025 National Beta School of Merit. The school earned this…
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CCSD students shine on SC READY
September 3, 2025
Two important statistics in this assessment are: ELA Achievement: 65% of CCSD students in grades 3–8 are meeting or exceeding expectations — an all-time district high and 5.4 percentage points…
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Prominent historical actors to portray Jefferson, Adams for Constitution Day at Lander
September 3, 2025
Lander University’s Jackson Lecture Series will host an event featuring celebrated historical actors from American Historical Theatre in honor of Constitution Day. The performance will take place on Wednesday, September…
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Palmetto Citizens partners with Gamecock Athletics for third annual Teacher of the Game
September 3, 2025
Palmetto Citizens Federal Credit Union, in partnership with the University of South Carolina’s Gamecock Athletics, announced the return of the Teacher of the Game program for the 2025 football season.…
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Student Gains Across SC Ignited by Early Literacy Breakthroughs
September 2, 2025
South Carolina students continue to make real progress toward the state’s ambitious goal of having at least 75% of students performing at or above grade level by 2030, according to…
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Lander Introduces College of Nursing, Human Performance and Health Sciences
September 2, 2025
Lander University started the fall semester with newly restructured academic colleges, including the College of Nursing, Human Performance and Health Sciences. The strategic merging of programs under the newly formed…
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Laurens County School District 55 Reports Significant Growth in English Language Arts on 2024-25 State Assessments
September 2, 2025
Laurens County School District 55 (LCSD 55) is continuing to build a 5-star culture of excellence and is proud to announce strong gains in student achievement on the 2024-25 South…
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Lander’s Franklin Rausch to Speak on Famous S.C. Revolutionary War Battle
September 2, 2025
Lander University invites the Greenwood and Lander communities to attend a talk on Tuesday, Sept. 23, by Dr. Franklin Rausch, a history professor at Lander University and a Revolutionary War…
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The Ted & Holly Rollins Scholarship Organization announces new recipient, Amelia Hyman
September 2, 2025
The Ted & Holly Rollins Scholarship Organization announced its latest scholarship recipient, Amelia Hyman, a first-year student at the University of Michigan. This scholarship—awarded twice annually in honor of the…
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Greenville Technical College signs transfer agreement with WGU
September 2, 2025
With the recent signing of a transfer institution agreement, Greenville Technical College (GTC) graduates will now be able to seamlessly transfer to online Western Governors University (WGU) to continue pursuing…
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The National Black College Alumni Hall of Fame Foundation, Inc. announces the honorees for induction into the 2025 Hall of Fame
September 2, 2025The National Black College Alumni Hall of Fame Foundation, Inc. will host its 40th Annual Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony on Saturday, September 27, 2025, in Atlanta, Georgia, at the…
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Richland One announces Superintendent’s September Listening and Learning Sessions
September 2, 2025
Dr. Todd Walker, who began his tenure as Richland One’s superintendent July 1, will hold a series of informal sessions throughout the community to listen and learn from students, staff,…
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Step Right Up! Therapalooza returns in three weeks to benefit The Therapy Place
September 2, 2025
The clock is ticking! In just three weeks, Therapalooza: The Greatest Show in the Southeast returns for its 11th year, transforming the Goodman Building at the South Carolina State Fairgrounds into a…
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A Perfect Start Child Care to expand with second location in Pee Dee region
September 2, 2025
Rox Pollard Jr., John Gressette and Rox Pollard III of Colliers | South Carolina represented DaVita in the sublease of 1471 N. Cashua Drive in Florence, South Carolina to A Perfect…
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Laurens District Genealogical Society Meeting Set for September 11
September 1, 2025
The Laurens District Genealogical Society will hold its monthly meeting on Thursday, September 11, 2025, at 7:00 p.m. at the Laurens County Museum, located at 116 South Public Square in…
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Clemson announces the Richard A. McMahan School of Architecture
August 31, 2025Clemson University unveiled the new name of its School of Architecture in an event yesterday held at the College Architecture, Art and Construction on the University’s main campus. Thanks to…
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Kevin Hines Survived Suicide Attempt, Devotes Life to Giving Back
August 31, 2025
Kevin Hines’ father drove him to college on Sept. 24, 2000, told his son that he loved him and drove away thinking that they would have dinner that evening. But…
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THRIVE Laurens County to Host Free Community Event on September 18
August 30, 2025
THRIVE Laurens County, a local initiative dedicated to fostering health, connection, and wellness in our rural communities, will host a free community event on Thursday, September 18, 2025, from 5:00 PM…
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Here we grow again: Lander begins fall 2025 with record-setting enrollment
August 29, 2025
Lander University is once again shattering enrollment records, launching the 2025-26 academic year with the most students in the University’s 153-year history. This marks the 10th consecutive year of growth…
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Lowcountry Literacy Project and CCSD partner to expand literacy support in Title 1 Elevation Schools
August 29, 2025
The Lowcountry Literacy Project and Charleston County School District (CCSD) are partnering to expand literacy support into Title 1 Elevation Schools. Beginning this academic year, the initiative will bring Orton-Gillingham…
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CIU celebrates record fall enrollment growth
August 28, 2025
Columbia International University is celebrating significant enrollment growth this fall, with total preliminary enrollment climbing to 3,239 students, a 10% increase from last year’s final census of 2,934. Traditional undergraduate…
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Greenville Literacy Association receives $55,000 grant from Power:Ed to strengthen college and career pathways for adult learners
August 28, 2025
Greenville Literacy Association (GLA) has been awarded a $55,000 grant from Power:Ed, the philanthropy of SC Student Loan Corporation, to sustain and expand its College and Career Navigator (CCN) program.…
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Greenville Technical College students earn top ranking in global competition
August 27, 2025
Four student teams from Greenville Technical College’s Management program recently ranked in the Global Top 100 of the GLO-BUS Business Strategy Simulation, an internationally recognized, highly competitive learning experience used…
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Echoes & Insights: The Laurens County Series
August 27, 2025
Inaugural Column — August 2025 The Laurens County Buzz is proud to introduce a new monthly feature — Echoes & Insights: The Laurens County Series. Beginning this month, readers will be invited to…
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State Museum Foundation names new board leadership and welcomes board members
August 26, 2025
New leadership brings fresh vision to support the museum’s mission and growth. The South Carolina State Museum Foundation has announced new board leadership and the election of three new members…
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Greenville Tech Foundation’s Ann Wright named one of SC Biz News Most Influential Leaders for 2025
August 26, 2025
Ann Wright, vice president for advancement at the Greenville Tech Foundation, has been named one of the 2025 Most Influential Leaders by SC Biz News. This prestigious recognition honors exceptional…
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Quackenbush Architects + Planners announces new associate architect, Kathryn Risola
August 26, 2025
Quackenbush Architects + Planners announced and welcomed Kathryn “Kat” Risola to the Q+ team as a new associate architect. Risola, who grew up on Long Island, New York, has a…
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Laurens County Museum Gala Marks 20 Years of Preserving History
August 25, 2025
Event highlights two decades of growth while emphasizing the vital role of members and supporters. The Laurens County Museum celebrated a milestone on Saturday evening with its 20th Anniversary Gala,…
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