Greenville CAP unit prepares for hurricane response
October 5, 2016
Greenville’s Civil Air Patrol (CAP) squadron is joining with other units of the South Carolina Wing in preparing for a statewide response to the predicted landfall of Hurricane Matthew later…
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Greenlink assisting with Charleston evacuation efforts
October 5, 2016
Greenlink sent three buses and bus operators, along with a mechanic and a service vehicle, to Charleston this morning to aid with the evacuation of Lowcountry residents. After Governor…
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Hurricane Matthew – Greenville County Schools impact
October 4, 2016
At the request of Governor Nikki Haley Greenville County Schools will provide at least 280 buses and drivers to assist with evacuations from the coast because of Hurricane Matthew. Those…
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Public invited to “Try Transit” in October
October 3, 2016
Mayor Knox White has proclaimed October as “Try Transit Month” in the city of Greenville and Greenlink has a full schedule of events designed to raise awareness of the economic…
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Charleston Harbor Deepening Project progresses with House Water Resources Development Act passage
September 28, 2016
CHARLESTON, SC – September 28, 2016 – Today’s passage of H.5303, the Water Resources Development Act (WRDA) of 2016 by the U.S. House of Representatives, moves the Charleston Harbor Deepening…
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Dates set for fall waste pesticide collections
September 26, 2016
The South Carolina Department of Agriculture (SCDA) is offering South Carolina residents the opportunity to safely dispose of outdated, unusable or unwanted pesticides. The pesticide and chemical program is open…
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Dates set for fall waste pesticide collections
September 26, 2016
The South Carolina Department of Agriculture (SCDA) is offering South Carolina residents the opportunity to safely dispose of outdated, unusable or unwanted pesticides. The pesticide and chemical program is open…
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SC Department of Agriculture awarded $3.5 million grant to implement Food Safety Modernization Act
September 23, 2016
The South Carolina Department of Agriculture was recently awarded a $3.5 million grant from the Food and Drug Administration to implement the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) Produce Safety Rule…
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SC Department of Agriculture awarded $3.5 million grant to implement Food Safety Modernization Act
September 23, 2016
The South Carolina Department of Agriculture was recently awarded a $3.5 million grant from the Food and Drug Administration to implement the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) Produce Safety Rule…
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SCDOT named top state DOT in national report
September 22, 2016
The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) has been rated as the top ranked overall state DOT in the nation by the Reason Foundation in Los Angeles. The Foundation released…
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SCDOT named top state DOT in national report
September 22, 2016
The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) has been rated as the top ranked overall state DOT in the nation by the Reason Foundation in Los Angeles. The Foundation released…
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Senators introduce legislation aimed at bolstering support for Israel
September 22, 2016
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina), Kelly Ayotte (R-New Hampshire), John McCain (R-Arizona), Ted Cruz (R-Texas), Mark Kirk (R-Illinois), Marco Rubio (R-Florida), and Roy Blunt (R-Missouri) today introduced legislation…
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Senators introduce legislation aimed at bolstering support for Israel
September 22, 2016
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina), Kelly Ayotte (R-New Hampshire), John McCain (R-Arizona), Ted Cruz (R-Texas), Mark Kirk (R-Illinois), Marco Rubio (R-Florida), and Roy Blunt (R-Missouri) today introduced legislation…
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$3M grant available to help defense contractors diversify
September 21, 2016
The S.C. Department of Employment and Workforce (DEW) and Department of Commerce are making $3 million available to help defense contractors diversify their business and become less dependent on U.S.…
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$3M grant available to help defense contractors diversify
September 21, 2016
The S.C. Department of Employment and Workforce (DEW) and Department of Commerce are making $3 million available to help defense contractors diversify their business and become less dependent on U.S.…
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Unemployment rate falls to 5.1%, fourth consecutive monthly drop
September 21, 2016
South Carolina’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate dropped for the fourth consecutive month to 5.1 percent in August from 5.2 percent in July. Unemployment fell by 3,856 people to 116,998. Employment…
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Unemployment rate falls to 5.1%, fourth consecutive monthly drop
September 21, 2016
South Carolina’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate dropped for the fourth consecutive month to 5.1 percent in August from 5.2 percent in July. Unemployment fell by 3,856 people to 116,998. Employment…
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City Manager John Castile presents FY2015-2016 year-end results
September 20, 2016City Manager John Castile and OMB Director Kai Nelson presented the City of Greenville’s FY2015-2016 preliminary year-end results at a City Council work session this afternoon. The presentation included the…
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Voterheads launches free email alert service nationally to over 1,400 cities and counties across the U.S.
September 19, 2016Voterheads announced today that citizens in all counties and cities across the country will be able to stay informed on local issues by registering online at www.Voterheads.com. “We are excited…
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Voterheads launches free email alert service nationally to over 1,400 cities and counties across the U.S.
September 19, 2016
Voterheads announced today that citizens in all counties and cities across the country will be able to stay informed on local issues by registering online at www.Voterheads.com. “We are excited…
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South Carolina Department of Agriculture announces Farm Aid grants
September 16, 2016
Farmers still recovering from last October’s devastating flood have some relief in sight. The South Carolina Department of Agriculture is mailing checks for the South Carolina Farm Aid grants on…
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South Carolina Department of Agriculture announces Farm Aid grants
September 16, 2016
Farmers still recovering from last October’s devastating flood have some relief in sight. The South Carolina Department of Agriculture is mailing checks for the South Carolina Farm Aid grants on…
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Spartanburg County recognized in healthiest cities and county challenge
September 15, 2016
Spartanburg County has been selected as one of 50 communities to participate in the Healthiest Cities & Counties Challenge: HealthyCommunity50. The Challenge, a partnership between the Aetna Foundation, the American…
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U.S. Senate WRDA passage moves Charleston Harbor deepening project closer to construction
September 15, 2016
The U.S. Senate passed the Water Resources Development Act (WRDA) of 2016, a significant milestone that moves the 52-foot Charleston Harbor Deepening Project to the U.S. House of Representatives for…
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U.S. Senate WRDA passage moves Charleston Harbor deepening project closer to construction
September 15, 2016
The U.S. Senate passed the Water Resources Development Act (WRDA) of 2016, a significant milestone that moves the 52-foot Charleston Harbor Deepening Project to the U.S. House of Representatives for…
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Treasurer Curtis Loftis elected to National Association of State Treasurers’ Executive Committee
September 15, 2016
South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis has been elected by his fellow state treasurers to serve on the Executive Committee of the National Association of State Treasurers (NAST) at its annual…
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Treasurer Curtis Loftis elected to National Association of State Treasurers’ Executive Committee
September 15, 2016
South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis has been elected by his fellow state treasurers to serve on the Executive Committee of the National Association of State Treasurers (NAST) at its annual…
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Clyburn floor statement on H.R. 295, to reauthorize the Historically Black Colleges And Universities Historic Preservation program
September 14, 2016
U.S. House Assistant Democratic Leader James E. Clyburn (SC) delivered the following statement during debate on H.R. 295, which passed the House unanimously by voice vote (as prepared for delivery):…
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Public asked to participate in Affordable Housing Survey
September 14, 2016
In March, the City of Greenville retained neighborhood planning firm czb to complete an Affordable Housing Assessment and Strategy. The scope of work includes an assessment of the current affordable…
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Gov. Nikki Haley announces BabyNet transition to SCDHHS
September 14, 2016Governor Nikki Haley today announced the transition of BabyNet, currently managed by First Steps, to the Department of Health and Human Services (SCDHHS). A copy of the governor’s executive order,…
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Gov. Nikki Haley announces BabyNet transition to SCDHHS
September 14, 2016Governor Nikki Haley today announced the transition of BabyNet, currently managed by First Steps, to the Department of Health and Human Services (SCDHHS). A copy of the governor’s executive order,…
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Community – Police Mediation Program launched
September 13, 2016
The Upstate Mediation Center (UMC) and the Greenville Police Department and are launching a new Community – Police Mediation Program that is designed to provide an alternative forum for resolving…
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Community – Police Mediation Program launched
September 13, 2016
The Upstate Mediation Center (UMC) and the Greenville Police Department and are launching a new Community – Police Mediation Program that is designed to provide an alternative forum for resolving…
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SC Secretary of State releases first-annual Professional Solicitor Report
September 7, 2016
“It is important for donors to know where their charitable dollars are going,” says Hammond. Today Secretary of State Mark Hammond announced the publication of the Division of Public Charities…
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SC Secretary of State releases first-annual Professional Solicitor Report
September 7, 2016
“It is important for donors to know where their charitable dollars are going,” says Hammond. Today Secretary of State Mark Hammond announced the publication of the Division of Public Charities…
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Greenville Health System Swamp Rabbit Hoppenings
September 6, 2016
Volunteer to help do trail work on the GHS Swamp Rabbit Trail – Hampton Station / West Washington Street – October 13th – Come help spruce up the GHS SRT…
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SCDOT prepares for high winds on movable & high bridges
September 2, 2016
The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) is preparing for increased winds from Hurricane Hermine to begin impacting the state at about mid-morning Friday. Moveable swing bridges in the coastal…
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SCDOT prepares for high winds on movable & high bridges
September 2, 2016
The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) is preparing for increased winds from Hurricane Hermine to begin impacting the state at about mid-morning Friday. Moveable swing bridges in the coastal…
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Governor Nikki Haley proclaims September as Life Insurance Awareness Month
August 31, 2016
The National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors (NAIFA-SC) announced that Governor Nikki Haley has proclaimed September as Life Insurance Awareness Month. Life Insurance Awareness Month encourages all South Carolinians…
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Governor Nikki Haley proclaims September as Life Insurance Awareness Month
August 31, 2016
The National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors (NAIFA-SC) announced that Governor Nikki Haley has proclaimed September as Life Insurance Awareness Month. Life Insurance Awareness Month encourages all South Carolinians…
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Honorees recognized for their support of the South Carolina Agriculture Industry
August 15, 2016
The South Carolina Advocates for Agriculture held its ninth annual Advocates of the Year Recognition Reception on August 4 to honor two individuals who have shown outstanding commitment to supporting…
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Nelson Mullins’ Bo Russell named to S.C. Education Lottery Commission
August 11, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – Bo Russell, a partner in Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP’s Greenville office, has been appointed by S.C. Speaker of the House James H. “Jay” Lucas to…
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Orangutan species survival program prompts changes for Greenville Zoo
August 10, 2016
Greenville Zoo administrator Jeff Bullock announced today that Mia and Chelsea, the zoo’s Bornean orangutans, are scheduled to be transferred to other zoos at the end of the month as…
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Applications now being accepted for Citizens Fire Academy
August 10, 2016
The Greenville City Fire Department (GCFD) is now accepting applications for its annual Citizens Fire Academy. This will be the fourth year of GCFD’s free seven-week program, which is open…
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Gov. Nikki Haley announces Emily Farr as next LLR Director
August 8, 2016
Governor Nikki Haley announced Emily Farr as the next Director of the South Carolina Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation (LLR). Farr is an attorney who specializes in employment law…
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I-26 eastbound lane closure in Newberry County starting 8 pm Sunday, July 31, 2016
July 29, 2016
Heavy Traffic Congestion Expected The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) plans to close one lane along a portion of Interstate 26 Eastbound in Newberry County for emergency bridge repairs…
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I-26 eastbound lane closure in Newberry County starting 8 pm Sunday, July 31, 2016
July 29, 2016
Heavy Traffic Congestion Expected The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) plans to close one lane along a portion of Interstate 26 Eastbound in Newberry County for emergency bridge repairs…
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S.C. Department of Commerce partners with SCBIO
July 28, 2016
The South Carolina Department of Commerce has formed a partnership with the South Carolina Biotechnology Industry Organization (SCBIO) to design a strategic plan for creating future growth in the life…
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S.C. Department of Commerce partners with SCBIO
July 28, 2016
The South Carolina Department of Commerce has formed a partnership with the South Carolina Biotechnology Industry Organization (SCBIO) to design a strategic plan for creating future growth in the life…
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Voterheads launches free service to monitor local and county governments across South Carolina
July 26, 2016Voterheads announced today that citizens in all 46 South Carolina counties will be able to stay informed on local issues by registering online at www.Voterheads.com. Subscribers enter a zip code…
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