Smart Business Recycling Program Accepting Survey Responses and Award Applications Through October 15
July 30, 2025
Businesses across South Carolina committed to sustainable practices have an opportunity to be recognized for their efforts. The South Carolina Smart Business Recycling Program has officially opened its annual Survey…
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S.C. Department of Veterans Affairs fund Living Shoreline Program “Bio-Rock Experimentation” in the Broad River
July 28, 2025Multi-agency collaboration for living shoreline coastline protection program through ongoing SMART REEF / Living Shoreline development and oyster restoration program. Coastal Carolina University (CCU), and the environmental non-profit Global Eco…
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Vinx Pest Control
July 28, 2025
At Vinx Pest Control, we deliver comprehensive pest management solutions for residential and commercial clients throughout Charleston, SC, and surrounding areas. Our services encompass controlling and preventing a wide range…
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Future Angel Oak Preserve recognized as community forest
July 24, 2025
Lowcountry Land Trust announced that the future Angel Oak Preserve has been officially designated a Community Forest by the Old-Growth Forest Network. This national honor affirms that the Angel Oak…
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Chief Conservation Officer
July 24, 2025
Lowcountry Land Trust is proud to announce that its longtime Chief Conservation Officer, David Ray, has been selected as the next Executive Director of the Blue Ridge Conservancy in the North Carolina…
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Bon Secours earns environmental excellence awards
July 22, 2025
For the fourth year in a row, Bon Secours St. Francis is being recognized for its commitment to developing a sustainable culture that will protect the environment and its communities’…
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SC7 Expedition Highlights Laurens County’s Natural Beauty and Conservation Efforts
July 16, 2025
The SC7 Expedition returned to Laurens County on Thursday, July 10, for Day 10 of its month-long journey across South Carolina, bringing with it a renewed focus on conservation, environmental…
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Anderson County to welcome Anderson Lake, its most significant community project in decades
July 14, 2025
A visionary new chapter is unfolding in Anderson County with the announcement of Anderson Lake, a 1,200-acre, mixed-use community that will bring new life, energy, and opportunity to a unique…
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BASF ECMS’ Kirkland appointed chair of Upstate Workforce Board
July 14, 2025
Jerome Kirkland, Site Manager for the BASF Environmental Catalyst and Metal Solutions (ECMS) Converse site in Spartanburg County, has been named chairman of the Upstate Workforce Board. The board builds…
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Tick Activity on the Rise Across the Upstate: What You Need to Know
July 13, 2025
Communities across Upstate South Carolina are seeing more ticks than ever before — and it’s not just by chance. Public health experts, including those at the CDC and Clemson University,…
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Congaree Land Trust achieves 100,000-acre conservation milestone across central South Carolina
July 10, 2025
Congaree Land Trust (CLT) announced a significant achievement in its 33-year history: the permanent protection of over 100,000 acres of vital land across central South Carolina. This conservation milestone was…
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New Friends and Fun Times at Riverbanks Zoo and Garden
July 9, 2025
2025 CALENDAR UPDATE New Arrivals and Upcoming Adventures Await at Riverbanks Zoo and Garden Riverbanks Zoo and Garden continues its mission to connect people with nature through a packed late-summer…
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Upstate Forever, landowners protect more than 170 acres of forests and critical waterways in Oconee County
July 8, 2025
Local conservation nonprofit Upstate Forever and private landowners recently worked together to finalize conservation easements on two properties in Oconee County. The conservation of these properties, known as Oconee Station…
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College of Charleston Alumna awarded NSF Graduate Research Fellowship
July 7, 2025
With the help of the Office of Nationally Competitive Awards, marine biology graduate Emily Dombrowski ’23 recently received a National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship. Emily Dombrowski ’23 earned dual degrees…
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SC7 Expedition Returns to Laurens County for Day 10 Hike on Statewide Conservation Journey
July 7, 2025
Now in its sixth year, the month-long South Carolina Seven (SC7) expedition is once again traversing the Palmetto State to raise awareness of its natural wonders and the need to protect them.…
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Laurens County Rural Waste Disposal: What You Need to Know
July 2, 2025
The Laurens County Rural Collections Department offers a range of services to help residents manage solid waste and recyclables in a safe, responsible, and environmentally conscious manner. While the county…
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From Pasture to Purpose – Part Two: JBW Farms Homestead Brings Food, Faith, and Community Together
June 30, 2025
In Part One of our series, we introduced the heart behind JBW Farms—the story of how Jonathan and JoDee Watkins faced a series of what felt like setbacks and disappointments.…
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City of Fountain Inn Wraps Up Successful 2025 “Spring Clean” Event
June 29, 2025
The City of Fountain Inn, Public Works (PW) Department, reports more than 45 tons of bulk waste across 447 scheduled pickups throughout the City during the 2025 “Spring Clean.” This…
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Congaree Land Trust permanently protects 174-acre family farm in COWASEE Basin
June 25, 2025
Congaree Land Trust (CLT) announced the permanent conservation of 174 acres of land in Sumter County. This newly protected property is a significant addition that further protects the ecological integrity…
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Gov. McMaster Calls for Continued Offshore Drilling Ban for South Carolina
June 17, 2025
Gov. McMaster Joins N.C. Gov. Stein to Protect Carolina Coast Governor Henry McMaster has issued two letters to federal officials requesting that South Carolina remain protected from offshore oil and…
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GIS & Conservation Planning Manager
June 16, 2025
The GIS & Conservation Planning Manager is critical to the successful and efficient function of the Conservation Department, and this position will report to the Chief Conservation Officer. The GIS & Conservation Planning Manager…
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OP-ED: Amid Budget Fights, One Conservative Clean Energy Idea Gains Ground
June 13, 2025
By Evan Patrohay With the reconciliation debate in full swing and the fate of clean energy subsidies hanging in the balance, many environmentally minded conservatives like myself are paying careful…
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Amid Budget Fights, One Conservative Clean Energy Idea Gains Ground
June 13, 2025
With the reconciliation debate in full swing and the fate of clean energy subsidies hanging in the balance, many environmentally minded conservatives like myself are paying careful attention to the…
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Riverbanks Botanical Garden celebrates 30 years in bloom
June 5, 2025
Riverbanks Botanical Garden will celebrate its 30th anniversary on Saturday, June 7, with a special Earth Day-inspired celebration featuring a variety of family-friendly activities. Event Details: Who: Riverbanks Botanical Garden…
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Secure Your Load, Protect Our Roads: June 6 is National Secure Your Load Day
June 4, 2025
It only takes one unsecured load to create a hazard on the highway or scatter debris along a country road. This June 6, Laurens County is joining the national effort…
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Toucan Tuesdays returns
June 3, 2025
Community Partnership Benefitting Harvest Hope Food Bank Returns June 10 Riverbanks Zoo and Garden is partnering with Harvest Hope Food Bank for the return of Toucan Tuesdays. On Tuesday, June…
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Historic Red Top Park protected forever
May 22, 2025
Lowcountry Land Trust announced the permanent protection of Red Top Park, a cornerstone of community life in the historic Red Top neighborhood of Charleston County. The conservation of this culturally…
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Nature Conservancy purchases Jasper County’s Chelsea Plantation
May 14, 2025
2,700+-Acre property planned for future public access Jasper County’s Chelsea Plantation – the site of a proposed development that drew widespread, vocal opposition from citizens throughout the Lowcountry – has…
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Innovative waste management business — Crushr, a mobile dumpster compactor — comes to Columbia market
May 7, 2025
Crushr, the mobile waste compaction service helping companies reduce trips to the landfill and cut operational costs, has officially launched out of Columbia, South Carolina. Crushr is a state-of-the-art, proprietary…
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Dorchester County celebrates new public kayak launch
April 24, 2025
On April 22, 2025, Dorchester County Council joined with Dorchester Parks and Recreation Commission and Dorchester County Parks and Recreation staff, to celebrate the opening of the new Swan Drive…
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Expanding the conservation of Fairfield Plantation
April 22, 2025
Lowcountry Land Trust announced the permanent protection of an additional portion of Fairfield Plantation—an ecologically rich and historically significant property located on the South Santee River at the gateway to…
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President and Chief Executive Officer
April 16, 2025
Lowcountry Land Trust is searching for its new President and Chief Executive Officer to lead this well-established organization. As a leading voice in conservation, the Lowcountry Land Trust’s CEO is responsible for…
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Celebrate Earth Day at the Laurens Library with Fun for Kids
April 16, 2025
Children ages 2 to 10 are invited to join the Laurens Library (1017 W Main St, Laurens) for a special Earth Day celebration on Monday, April 21 at 4:00 p.m.…
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Check Now—Before Bat Pup Season Begins in South Carolina!
April 14, 2025
Spring is here, and while many of us are enjoying warmer temperatures, South Carolina’s bat population is also on the move. The South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR) is…
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Presbyterian College to Celebrate Earth Day with Tree Planting and Festival
April 12, 2025
Presbyterian College will host a campus-wide Earth Day celebration on Monday, April 22, featuring a native tree planting, community reflection, and a festival with live music, free plants, games, and…
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City of Columbia to host Earth Day Climate Action Fair
April 7, 2025
Who: City of Columbia’s Office of Sustainability, City of Columbia Climate Protection Action Committee, SC Public Health Association, Central Midlands Council of Governments, local environmental organizations, artists, educators, and community members.…
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New happenings at Riverbanks Zoo and Garden
April 4, 2025
Riverbanks Zoo and Garden Celebrates Milestones with Exciting Events in Q2 2025 Riverbanks Zoo and Garden continues its momentum from a landmark 50th anniversary year with a series of exciting…
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Little Goat Island protected forever
April 2, 2025
Lowcountry Land Trust announced the permanent protection of Little Goat Island, an undisturbed sea island southwest of Goat Island and north of Isle of Palms along the Intracoastal Waterway. The…
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Lowcountry Land Trust announces permanent protection of Little Goat Island
April 1, 2025
A Pristine Sea Island Near Isle of Palms Secured Through Generous Land Donation Lowcountry Land Trust, a nonprofit committed to preserving Lowcountry landscapes and waterways for current and future generations,…
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S.C. Department of Environmental Services (SCDES) begins daily ground-level ozone forecasts for residents
April 1, 2025
From April 1 through September 30, the South Carolina Department of Environmental Services (SCDES) provides a daily forecast for ground-level ozone concentrations across the state. These forecasts can help South…
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Nominations Open for KLCB Community Champion Award
March 26, 2025
Do you know someone who goes the extra mile to keep Laurens County clean, green, and beautiful? Now’s your chance to recognize them! Keep Laurens County Beautiful (KLCB) is currently…
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Blue Ridge Heating and Air announces launch of new startup, AirGuard, LLC
March 25, 2025
AirGuard, LLC, a proactive approach to mold detection and prevention Blue Ridge Heating and Air announced the launch of AirGuard, LLC, a new startup focused exclusively on the detection and…
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National rankings awarded to Riverbanks Zoo and Garden
March 20, 2025
Riverbanks Zoo Receives Double Victory in USA Today’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards Riverbanks Zoo and Garden has achieved a remarkable distinction by being selected in two categories of the prestigious…
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Upstate Earth Month 2025: Join the Movement for a Cleaner, Greener Community
March 19, 2025
Upstate Earth Month is just around the corner, and organizers are calling on volunteers, businesses, and community groups to make this year’s initiative the biggest and most impactful yet. Throughout…
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Greenville Ranked 9th Worst U.S. City for Spring Allergies—Laurens County Feels the Impact
March 19, 2025
A recent report from the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) has ranked Greenville, South Carolina, as the 9th most challenging city in the U.S. for individuals with seasonal allergies. This ranking is…
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Lowcountry Land Trust announces the protection of culturally significant property in the Ashley River Historic District
March 12, 2025
Vital piece of land preserves scenic beauty, wildlife habitat, and the region’s rich cultural heritage Lowcountry Land Trust, a nonprofit committed to preserving Lowcountry landscapes and waterways for current and…
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Easement safeguards history and habitat in the Ashley River Historic District
March 12, 2025
Lowcountry Land Trust shares the permanent protection of a 20-acre property along the Ashley River, an accomplishment made possible thanks to the generosity of private landowners who donated a conservation…
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‘Flower Power’ re-envisioned in newest exhibit opening at the Upcountry History Museum
March 6, 2025Say “Flower Power” and many people immediately flash back to 1960s-70s America and a focus on peace and love. But add in the efforts of a First Lady of the…
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Johns Island gains new greenspace along Main Road
February 28, 2025
Lowcountry Land Trust is thrilled to announce the successful acquisition, protection, and transfer of Main Road Park on Johns Island. This 40-acre landmark project, fully funded by the Charleston County…
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Construction is taking off at Riverbanks
February 26, 2025
Skyride Construction Soars at Riverbanks Zoo and Garden Riverbanks Zoo and Garden’s “Bridge to the Wild” vision for the future continues to take shape as construction of the Saluda Skyride…
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