Upstate Forever protected more than 1,100 acres in 2024 via conservation easements
February 25, 2025
Projects with conservation partners comprise nearly 1,900 additional acres protected Local conservation nonprofit Upstate Forever announced that the organization’s nationally accredited land trust finalized permanent conservation easements on a total of 1,130…
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Apply for our paid summer internships by March 4
February 19, 2025
Lowcountry Land Trust offers four paid summer internships for degree-seeking students passionate about land conservation and environmental protection. These internships offer valuable experience in the field of land conservation while making a positive impact…
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Conservative voters continue strong support for conservation
February 18, 2025
In a state-wide poll, Republican primary voters express significant support for conservation and resilience efforts across South Carolina. A new state-wide poll of 1,200 GOP voters conducted by Sustain SC…
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Annual Lake Greenwood Cleanup Set for March 8
February 16, 2025
Keep Laurens County Beautiful (KLCB) and Keep Greenwood County Beautiful (KGCB) are teaming up once again for the Annual Lake Greenwood Cleanup, scheduled for Saturday, March 8, from 9:00 a.m.…
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South Carolina Aquarium Enlists United States Coast Guard’s Assistance in Release of Five Endangered Kemp’s Ridley Sea Turtles
February 15, 2025
Release Included Smallest Sea Turtle Patient Admitted in Aquarium History Love was in the air this week as Valentine’s Day approached, but it was also in the waves as the…
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94 acres of vital Johns Island farmland protected
February 13, 2025
On January 28, Lowcountry Land Trust announced the acquisition of Grayson Oaks, a 94-acre property on Johns Island. This transformative purchase addresses South Carolina’s agricultural land loss crisis while protecting…
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Little Fee Tract easement strengthens ACE Basin
February 13, 2025
Lowcountry Land Trust announced the conservation of the Little Fee Tract, permanently protecting 314 acres in the ACE Basin. The fully donated conservation easement, with 1.77 miles of direct river…
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Congaree Land Trust presents 8th Annual signature event – Game & Garden Soirée
February 12, 2025
Join Congaree Land Trust for the 8th Annual Game & Garden Soirée on Thursday, April 3rd from 6pm to 9pm. As one of the organization’s signature fundraising events, this highly…
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Columbia Parks and Recreation Department announces 2025 Spring Break Camp
February 11, 2025
Who: City of Columbia Parks and Recreation Department What: Columbia Parks and Recreation is offering a fun and engaging way for kids to spend Spring Break. This exciting camp will offer learning…
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The Midlands Crafter’s Association is proud to present the 2025 Midlands Spring Arts & Crafts Market
February 10, 2025
This event is held annually at South Carolina State Farmers Market 3483 Charleston Highway. We are currently in our 15th year running. On March 22, 2025, AND March 23, 2025,…
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CREW Midlands-SC announces 2025 Board of Directors
February 5, 2025
CREW Midlands-SC announced its 2025 Board of Directors to lead the local chapter of CREW Network, the leading global business network in commercial real estate. Marie Dieckmann, Senior Associate with…
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Will changing weather patterns expose dolphins to more chemicals?
January 30, 2025
Sarasota Bay, Florida, study aims to understand whether excess rainfall and red tides impact the concentration of chemical contaminants in dolphins Since 2016, the College of Charleston and its partners…
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Joe Adair Outdoor Education Center Prepares for Annual Team Ecology Event, Seeks Volunteers
January 28, 2025
The Joe Adair Outdoor Education Center is preparing for its most anticipated week of the year—Team Ecology! Scheduled for April 7-11, 2025, this annual event brings all third graders in…
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Federal Government awards million-dollar grant to fund land acquisition of Barry Tract
January 21, 2025
Project to Further Conserve Green Space, Protect the Environment, and Provide New Public Park On January 8, 2025, the final piece of funding was awarded for acquisition of the 67-acre…
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America’s State Parks selects South Carolina Parks Director to serve as President
January 15, 2025
The National Association of State Park Directors (NASPD), the leadership organization behind America’s State Parks, announced the appointment of Paul McCormack as its new President and CEO. McCormack brings nearly…
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Wattsville Clean-Up Event: Join Us February 1st
January 15, 2025
American Legion Post 25 and Keep Laurens County Beautiful in partnership with the Laurens County Sheriff’s office, are teaming up to make a difference in our community. On Saturday, February…
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Riverbanks Zoo & Garden Calendar Update 2025
January 8, 2025
Riverbanks Zoo Reveals Starting Lineup For 2025 Riverbanks Zoo and Garden kicks off 2025 with the highly anticipated return of Free Fridays and the introduction of a lofty new resident,…
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Keep Laurens County Beautiful Reflects on a Remarkable 2024
January 6, 2025
The 2024 Annual Report from Keep Laurens County Beautiful (KLCB) showcases an extraordinary year of achievements in litter reduction, recycling, and community beautification. With a mission to engage the public…
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Knockout Mosquito Systems
January 6, 2025
Knockout Mosquito Systems is the best mosquito control company in Charleston SC. If you are tired of being bitten by mosquitoes and other bugs in your yard, then call us…
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SCDES launches new Coastal Atlas to provide valuable information about SC’s Coastal Environment
January 6, 2025
The South Carolina Department of Environmental Services’s Bureau of Coastal Management (BCM) launched a new public resource providing valuable information about South Carolina’s coastal environment. The new South Carolina Coastal…
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2025 Riverbanks Park Commission meetings
January 5, 2025
Riverbanks Zoo and Garden announces the following monthly meeting: WHAT: Riverbanks Park Commission Meeting WHEN: 12:30 PM on the third Thursday of each month unless otherwise noted – January 16…
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BASF ECMS equips fifth apprenticeship program cohort for manufacturing success
December 23, 2024BASF Environmental Catalyst and Metal Solutions (ECMS) celebrated completion of the fifth cohort of apprentices from its North American Apprenticeship Development Program on Thursday, December 19, 2024. The program is…
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I-85 sewer expansion in Oconee gets approval to operate
December 23, 2024An infrastructure project 45 years in the making got approved Thursday afternoon. The South Carolina Department of Environmental Services gave final approval to the Oconee Joint Regional Sewer Authority (OJRSA)…
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Charleston County Park and Recreation Commission maintains National Accreditation in Parks and Recreation
December 17, 2024
Distinction recognizes quality of operation, management and service to the community The Charleston County Park and Recreation Commission (CCPRC) was recently recognized for its re-accreditation through the Commission for Accreditation…
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Congaree Land Trust and partners announce collaborative conservation of land for expansion of Lee State Park
December 12, 2024
Congaree Land Trust and The South Carolina Department of Parks, Recreation & Tourism are celebrating the conservation of more than 135 acres of land that will be added to Lee…
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$8.5M Greenbelt funds awarded to land trust projects
December 12, 2024Lowcountry Land Trust is proud to announce the designation of $8,556,750 from the Charleston County Greenbelt Program to support eight transformative conservation projects that will safeguard cultural heritage, enhance public access to green spaces,…
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Congaree Land Trust and partners announce collaborative conservation of land for expansion of Lee State Park
December 12, 2024
Congaree Land Trust and The South Carolina Department of Parks, Recreation & Tourism are celebrating the conservation of more than 135 acres of land that will be added to Lee…
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Peerless Environmental welcomes former professional athlete as Service Manager
December 9, 2024
Peerless Environmental announced the addition of Andrew Faulkner as its new Service Manager. With a unique background as a former professional baseball player and a proven leader, Faulkner brings a…
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Wild Lights at Riverbanks nationally ranked
December 8, 2024
Riverbanks Zoo and Garden Celebrates Wild Lights as One of the Top 10 Best Zoo Lights in the Country Riverbanks Zoo and Garden has been named one of the top…
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Enviro Sculpture Unveiling and Arbor Day Tree Planting Set for December 6
December 4, 2024
Laurens County residents are invited to a meaningful community celebration this week! The Enviro Sculpture Unveiling and Arbor Day Tree Planting event will take place on Wednesday, December 6, from…
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Courtney Stonell with KLCB Honored with SCRWA Source Water Steward of the Year Award
November 25, 2024
Courtney Stonell, the Affiliate Coordinator for Keep Laurens County Beautiful (KLCB), has been honored with the Source Water Steward of the Year Award by the South Carolina Rural Water Association…
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LCWSC: Driving Growth and Infrastructure Expansion to Build a Stronger Laurens County
November 23, 2024
As you drive through Laurens County, you might wonder about the pipes, equipment, and land clearing yousee along the way. These are signs that LCWSC is growing and expanding to…
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Sensory-friendly evening at Riverbanks
November 22, 2024
Riverbanks Zoo and Garden is enhancing its commitment to inclusivity by hosting its first-ever sensory-friendly night during the second annual Wild Lights event. In collaboration with the South Carolina Department…
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SCDES, Lt. Governor Evette and partners launch new phone app to help make recycling easier in South Carolina
November 18, 2024
Recycling just got easier in South Carolina with the introduction of the Recycle Here SC mobile phone app. The app – developed through a partnership between the S.C. Department of Environmental…
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SCDES, Lt. Governor Evette and partners launch new ‘Recycle Here SC’ phone app to make recycling easier in South Carolina
November 14, 2024
The new “Recycle Here SC” mobile phone app will be officially launched Nov. 15 as an innovative way to make recycling easier in South Carolina. The free mobile phone app…
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Storm debris collection update
November 12, 2024
City contractors completed the first pass of storm debris pickup. They’re on their second pass now and will begin stump-splitting this week. Since Hurricane Helene, crews have: Collected more than…
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SCDES recognizes thirteen South Carolina schools as ‘Champions of the Environment’
November 7, 2024
Thirteen South Carolina schools were recently awarded grants to support the education of the next generation of environmental stewards, the South Carolina Department of Environmental Services (SCDES) announced today. The “Champions…
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The Jasper honored with National Association of Landscape Professionals Award of Excellence
November 5, 2024
The Beach Company announced its downtown Charleston community, The Jasper, has been recognized with a prestigious award from the National Association of Landscape Professionals. Pleasant Places, Inc., the landscape partner…
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The City of Charleston celebrates sustainability with pumpkin composting events
October 30, 2024
The City of Charleston’s Department of Resilience and Sustainability is offering free ways for you to compost your pumpkins. In 2023, over 2.5 tons of pumpkins were composted instead of…
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SCDES announces recipients of DERA grant funding to support clean air projects
October 30, 2024
The South Carolina Department of Environmental Services (SCDES) has announced the winners of this year’s grant funding from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) that supports South Carolina’s State Diesel…
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Riverbanks spreads its wings with a new arrival
October 28, 2024
Riverbanks Zoo and Garden Celebrates Egg-Citing News A Hatching 12 Years in the Making Delights Zoo Staff Riverbanks Zoo and Garden is flying high after a new chick has emerged…
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BASF ECMS’s Kirkland named to Science Board
October 24, 2024
The Spartanburg Science Center inspires excitement for science through interactive exhibits, live animals and programs that excite, engage, and educate. Learn more at www.spartanburgsciencecenter.org. Kirkland holds both a bachelor’s degree…
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Town Council adopts 2024 Repetitive Loss Area Analysis to help property owners mitigate future flood risks
October 24, 2024
The Hilton Head Island Town Council emphasized the importance of educating residents on managing flood risks by adopting the 2024 Repetitive Loss Area Analysis at its regular meeting on Tuesday.…
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BASF ECMS site in Converse celebrates fifth anniversary
October 18, 2024
BASF Environmental Catalyst and Metal Solutions (ECMS) employees and leadership in Converse recently celebrated the site’s fifth anniversary. During a cake-cutting ceremony, Mark Wright, Vice President of Precious Metal Refining…
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Emerger Strategies launches 2025 Sustainability Boot Camps for Charleston businesses committed to a more sustainable future
October 18, 2024
Emerger Strategies, a leader in sustainability consulting and education, announced the launch of its 2025 Sustainability Boot Camps, designed to help businesses of all sizes embrace sustainable practices, reduce their…
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Starlight Yoga under the Holiday Lights at James Island County Park!
October 17, 2024
Charleston County Parks’ popular Starlight Yoga series returns for the last installment of the year – under the glow of the holiday lights at James Island County Park, on Monday, Nov.…
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SCDES hosts first Environmental Justice PREP meeting with community partners, plans impactful use of $1 million EPA grant funding
October 17, 2024
On Oct. 15, the South Carolina Department of Environmental Services (SCDES) welcomed community partners from around the state to the first EJ Strong PREP meeting, which is a new Environmental…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Ashley Demosthenes, Lowcountry Land Trust
October 17, 2024
The Who’s on the Move, Entrepreneur Minute is an interview in support of the undeniable impact that entrepreneurs have on our communities. We will be highlighting 20 entrepreneurs in each of…
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Palmetto Park Jam featuring Idlewild Revival set for Oct. 13
October 10, 2024
Palmetto Park Jam is back this fall with the sounds of the Allman Brothers! This live music event at Mount Pleasant Palmetto Islands County Park on Sunday, October 13 will…
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Richland County emphasizes guidelines for disposal of organic storm debris
October 8, 2024
Many Richland County residents continue to deal with fallen trees, tree limbs and yard debris left in the path of Hurricane Helene. The County’s Public Works Department has been diligent…
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