Community Resource Fair set for Oct. 8
October 7, 2024
Join City staff and elected officials as we welcome local workforce agencies, support organizations and educational institutions to the CommUNITY Resource Fair at the Prisma Health Welcome Center in Unity Park on Tuesday,…
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FEMA specialists in South Carolina after Hurricane Helene
October 3, 2024
FEMA Disaster Survivor Assistance crews are in South Carolina neighborhoods helping people apply for FEMA assistance after Hurricane Helene. DSA specialist wear FEMA attire and have federal photo identification badges.…
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Secretary of State Mark Hammond urges donors to give smart as the Southeast recovers from Hurricane Helene
September 30, 2024
South Carolina Secretary of State Mark Hammond cautioned donors to practice wise charitable giving as the Southeast begins to recover and rebuild from Hurricane Helene. “The people of South Carolina,…
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Greenville City Council takes first step to redevelop City Hall
September 23, 2024Exterior photo of City Hall at 206 S. Main Street Transformation is coming to City Hall’s downtown location on Main Street. At its Sept. 23, 2024, meeting, Greenville City Council…
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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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Zoo awarded “Gold Standard” of accreditation
September 20, 2024
For the 34th straight year, the Greenville Zoo earned accreditation through the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA), the gold standard for institutions that provide world-class animal care and welfare.…
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Complexities, tragedies of Native American boarding schools explored in exhibit at Upcountry History Museum
August 30, 2024
“To educate and assimilate into “civilized” society.” That was the motive in the 1870s behind taking Native American children to distant residential boarding schools and stripping them of all signs…
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City welcomes Adaptive Sports and Wellness Center to Unity Park
August 22, 2024
The City of Greenville celebrated the grand opening of the $2.3 million Prisma Health Roger C. Peace (RCP) Adaptive Sports and Wellness Center, located at 159 Wellborn Street in the…
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Gov. Henry McMaster signs Abandoned Buildings Tax Credit Bill into law
August 21, 2024Governor Henry McMaster was joined by members of the General Assembly and local business leaders for a ceremonial bill signing of S. 1021, which extends the Abandoned Buildings Tax Credit…
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SC Secretary of State Mark Hammond invites nominations for 2024 Angels
August 19, 2024
South Carolina Secretary of State Mark Hammond announced today that his office will accept nominations of charitable organizations for this year’s Angel awards. Every year, the Secretary of State honors…
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Public invited to review proposed changes to the development code
August 19, 2024
When City Council adopted the new development code, they wanted it to be responsive to the community’s needs. So they mandated an annual review. City staff are sharing the proposed…
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Greenville Chamber statement on Greenville County penny sales and use tax referendum
August 7, 2024
The Greenville Chamber applauds the Greenville County Council’s visionary leadership for approving the third and final reading of the penny sales and use tax referendum for the November ballot. If…
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Haynie-Sirrine neighborhood plans for future
August 6, 2024
The neighborhood, located just south of downtown, includes Sirrine Stadium on one side and residential area between Laurens Road and Augusta Street on the other. Guided by a steering committee…
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Governor McMaster declares State of Emergency for South Carolina
August 6, 2024
Order Issued to Prepare for Potential Effects from Tropical Storm Debby Governor Henry McMaster today issued Executive Order 2024-16, declaring a State of Emergency in preparation for the potential effects of…
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President Biden approves emergency declaration for South Carolina
August 6, 2024
FEMA announced August 5, 2024 that federal disaster assistance is available to the state of South Carolina to supplement response efforts due to emergency conditions resulting from Hurricane Debby beginning…
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S.C. Commerce selects first executive director of the SC NEXUS Tech Hub
August 2, 2024
Accomplished Economic Developer Cristina Paredes to head state’s effort to become a leader in advanced energy The South Carolina Department of Commerce (S.C. Commerce) announced Cristina Paredes will serve as the…
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SCDES announces grant application period opens for ‘Champions of the Environment’
August 1, 2024
The South Carolina Department of Environmental Services (SCDES) announces the grant application period for Champions of the Environment is now open. Kindergarten through 12th-grade teachers can now apply for grant…
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The Nature Conservancy to receive $200 million from EPA’s Climate Pollution Reduction Grant Program
July 29, 2024
TNC in South Carolina to receive $39 million to sequester carbon in bottomland forests. The Nature Conservancy (TNC) announced that it will receive $200 million toward nature-based climate solutions, supporting…
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Greenville to host ‘Largest Event Ever’ in 2028
July 25, 2024
The world’s largest bowling event is coming to Greenville, bringing significant dollars with it. The Greenville Convention Center will host to the 124th U.S. Bowling Congress (USBC) Open Championships from March…
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SCDOT awarded $175 million to replace bridges on I-95 over Lake Marion
July 19, 2024This week, the Governor Henry McMaster, U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham, and U.S. Congressman James E. Clyburn announced the South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) has been awarded $175 million by…
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529s – Not Just for Four-Year Schools
July 15, 2024
Whether it’s a quiet lane, a winding trail or a busy highway – the roads we travel are as unique and distinct as the people who travel them. The paths…
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Upcountry History Museum to host Quilts of Valor Display
July 15, 2024
Quilts to be Awarded to Local Veterans in Special Ceremonies on July 20 What began as one mother’s dream when her son was deployed in Iraq in 2003 is now…
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CPI for all items falls 0.1 percent in June; gasoline down
July 11, 2024
The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) declined 0.1 percent on a seasonally adjusted basis, after being unchanged in May, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported today.…
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Zoo shares positive accreditation findings
July 8, 2024
Onsite Inspection Completed in June, Final Report Expected in September Fewer than 10% of all zoos in the United States are accredited. The Greenville Zoo is one of them, and…
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Grants awarded to improve 10 South Carolina communities
July 8, 2024
S.C. Department of Commerce awards more than $10.5 million in Community Development Block Grant funds Ten communities from around South Carolina are receiving community development grant funds totaling more than…
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Governor Henry McMaster’s Working Group Builds Foundation for Independent Forensic Accounting Review of State Funds
July 8, 2024
The working group charged by Governor Henry McMaster this spring to look into questions surrounding the existence of $1.8 billion in state funds has prepared the documentation and information necessary…
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Graham helps secure $45 million in federal funding for South Carolina Tech Hub
July 3, 2024
U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) applauded the announcement that South Carolina will receive $45 million in funding through the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Economic Development Administration (EDA)’s Tech Hubs…
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Governor Henry McMaster Announces Line Item Vetoes for FY 2024-2025 State Budget
July 3, 2024
Governor Henry McMaster today announced line item vetoes for the FY 2024-2025 state budget at a Statehouse news conference. The budget includes a historic 292 proposals from the governor’s executive…
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The urgent need to address China UnionPay’s influence in the credit card industry
July 2, 2024By Kyle Johnson As lawmakers continue to crackdown on China’s growing threat to the U.S., it’s time for Congress to turn its attention to the credit card industry, another area…
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SC NEXUS one of 12 tech hubs to receive millions in federal funding
July 2, 2024
SC NEXUS awarded $45 million to advance cyber-secure grid resilience technologies (GRT) SC NEXUS received $45 million in implementation grant funding through the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Economic Development Administration…
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A Marketing Agency with Upstate ties wins 2024 Best Marketing Firm in South Carolina
July 2, 2024
A Statewide Public Relations and Crisis Communications Agency, MPA Strategies, has been named as the 2024 Best Marketing Firm in South Carolina by the Guide to South Carolina. Two of…
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Clemson MBA fireworks on the Fourth returns to Unity Park
July 1, 2024
The largest fireworks show in the Upstate returns to Unity Park next Thursday, July 4. Attendees are advised to plan ahead, arrive early and enjoy a spectacular evening in the…
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City launches Trail user survey
June 28, 2024
Users of the Prisma Health Swamp Rabbit Trail are encouraged to participate in a trailside survey open for the next two weeks. The survey will be available along the trail,…
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Greenville Literacy Association announces dates for 2024 Really Good, Really Big, Really Cheap Book Sale
June 26, 2024
The Greenville Literacy Association (GLA) will host its 23rd annual Really Good, Really Big, Really Cheap Book Sale at McAlister Square on Saturday, August 10, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., and Sunday,…
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Schneider Electric expanding manufacturing employee base in Oconee, Richland counties
June 25, 2024
Combined investment of $23.8 million will create 280 new jobs Schneider Electric, a leader in energy management and automation, today announced it is expanding operations in Oconee and Richland counties. The…
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Biden-Harris Administration announces availability of $25 million to help expand high-speed internet access in rural areas
June 24, 2024
Funding Provides Technical Assistance Through Local Organizations, Cooperatives and Tribes as Part of Investing in America Agenda U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development Under Secretary Dr. Basil Gooden announced…
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Spartanburg Water participating in the SCORE program to help Recycle Oyster Shells
June 17, 2024
Statewide program collects and recycles oyster shells to benefit the South Carolina coast Spartanburg Water is now only the second location in the Upstate to partner with the South Carolina…
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Spartanburg Water issues boil water advisory for Residents in Central Pacolet and Pacolet Mills
June 17, 2024
Advisory is in effect until further notice, with a minimum of 48-hours Residents and businesses in Central Pacolet and Pacolet Mills are now under a boil water advisory. Spartanburg Water…
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City of Greenville breaks ground on 10-story Honor Tower, Gardens at Unity Park
June 12, 2024
Iconic structure dedicated to military veterans and first responders Dozens of private donors contributing a total of $5.5 million joined the City of Greenville in breaking ground on the 10-story…
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Secretary of State Mark Hammond announces free notary public seminars, online payment option for notary commission fees
June 10, 2024
Secretary of State Mark Hammond announced that his office will be offering free, in-person notary public seminars in Greenville, Lexington, and Charleston counties in July and August. These seminars will…
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SCDOT asks for public input on Momentum 2050 plan through Multimodal Transportation Planning survey
June 5, 2024
The South Carolina Department of Transportation is looking for public input on the future of transportation in South Carolina through a multimodal transportation survey. Momentum 2050 is the statewide plan…
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RIA awards construction and planning grants to upgrade critical infrastructure
May 28, 2024
More than $25 million in grant funding awarded across South Carolina The S.C. Rural Infrastructure Authority (RIA) has approved grant assistance for 36 projects, totaling more than $25 million in…
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SCDOT requests public comment on the 2021-2027 statewide Improvement Program to include the 2024-2025 Pavement Improvement Program
May 20, 2024
The South Carolina Department of Transportation seeks public comment on the action to amend the 2024-2025 Pavement Improvement Program. SCDOT will receive public comment for a 21-day period from May…
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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis announces National 529 Day celebration with $529 college savings grants
May 15, 2024
For the 12th year, babies born on May 29 are eligible to receive PalmettoBaby grant for future education State Treasurer Curtis Loftis announced the return of the PalmettoBaby Grant Program…
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Over $257 million in funding for Electric projects in South Carolina
May 14, 2024
Projects to Strengthen Rural Infrastructure and Create Jobs Across South Carolina Projects Will Help over 121,000 People Access Reliable Electricity and Create Smart Grid Technologies Throughout the State U.S. Department…
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New D-Day exhibit at Upcountry History Museum personifies stories honoring men and women of ‘Greatest Generation’
May 13, 2024
From best-kept secret of World War II to largest invasion of Allied air, land, and sea forces in military history, the legacy of the sixth day of the sixth month…
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Liberty High Senior receives 2024 SCAC Presidential Scholarship
May 7, 2024
The South Carolina Association of Counties (SCAC) awarded its 2024 Presidential Scholarship to Isaac Esuary of Liberty High School. SCAC annually awards one $5,000 scholarship to a graduating high school…
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Secretary of State Mark Hammond encourages donors to support local charities, give wisely in local fundraising drives
May 6, 2024
In advance of South Carolina-based fundraising initiatives this week, Secretary of State Mark Hammond has issued a statement supporting these efforts and recommending that donors practice wise charitable giving. “Nonprofit…
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Marc Oberdorff, Senior Tax Counsel with Pope Flynn, elected fellow of the American College of Bond Counsel
April 29, 2024
Marc Oberdorff, senior tax counsel at Pope Flynn, a law firm concentrating in public finance and governmental law, was elected a Fellow of the American College of Bond Counsel in…
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Clean energy investments strengthen South Carolina farms and small businesses
April 25, 2024
Projects Funded by President Biden’s Inflation Reduction Act Will Lower Energy Costs and Expand Access to Cleaner Fueling Options In honor of Earth Day 2024, Agriculture Deputy Secretary Xochitl Torres…
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