Brenda Stewart Becomes Laurens County’s Second Woman in over Half a Century to Receive South Carolina’s Highest Civilian Honor
September 26, 2022
Brenda Stewart, a resident of Clinton, SC and active community leader, has been awarded The Order of the Palmetto. This is the highest civilian honor that can be bestowed in…
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Flock and Rally names Merritt McNeely as Chief Executive Officer
September 21, 2022
Long-time regional business leader to serve as agency’s CEO Longtime regional business leader Merritt McNeely has been named chief executive officer (CEO) of Flock and Rally, the woman-owned integrated communications…
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The Leadership Series – Leon Lott, Richland County Sheriff’s Department
September 14, 2022
The Who’s on the Move Leadership Series highlights people leading extraordinary change in South Carolina. We will be focusing on the journeys of 12 top leaders per year from across the state…
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Europastry establishing operations in Laurens County
September 14, 2022
$23 million investment will create 155 new jobs Europastry, a global leader in baked goods, today announced plans to establish operations in Laurens County. The company’s $23 million investment will…
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Peace Center announces two new music venues and more
September 13, 2022Major renovations underway for live music club, listening room, and more! The Peace Center announced a major renovation project designed to diversify Greenville’s live music scene like never before. Dubbed…
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Shepherd Hotel opens in downtown Clemson, creating jobs for ClemsonLIFE students and offering guests one-of-a-kind experience
September 8, 2022
A project four years in the making, Shepherd Hotel delivers luxury guest rooms, flavorful dining and authentic hospitality The Shepherd Hotel has opened its doors in downtown Clemson, offering guests…
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LCK Report: South Carolina Construction Starts are Down
September 6, 2022
Mid-Year 2022Â South Carolina Construction Trends Report Key Takeaways: Mid-year statewide construction starts in key sectors totaled $1.4 billion, a $453 million decrease compared to mid-year 2021. Pre-development indicators appear favorable…
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Bosch expanding operations in Anderson County
August 31, 2022
$200 million investment will create 350 new jobs Bosch, a leading global supplier of technology and services, today announced plans to expand operations in Anderson County. The company’s $200 million…
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Impact Housing Group establishing operations in Oconee County
August 23, 2022
$30 million investment will create 215 new jobs over the next five years Impact Housing Group, a premier manufacturer of modular design housing, today announced plans to establish operations in…
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Southern First names Cal Hurst as President
August 23, 2022
Southern First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: SFST), holding company for Southern First Bank, announced the appointment of Cal Hurst to President. Hurst has served as Chief Banking Officer and Executive Vice…
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Todd Turner named Chief Executive Officer of OTO Development
August 18, 2022
Todd Turner has been named Chief Executive Officer of OTO Development, taking over the role from fellow co-founder Corry Oakes, who passed away unexpectedly on August 7. Oakes and Turner,…
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33 Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd Greenville attorneys recognized by Best Lawyers
August 18, 2022
Statewide, 85 Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd attorneys were recognized by Best Lawyers in their respective practice areas. GREENVILLE, SC – Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. announced that Best Lawyers®, a legal peer-review…
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Kelly Gregory joins Riley Institute as Director for Public Education Partnerships and Projects
August 16, 2022
The Riley Institute at Furman University has appointed a new staff member who will focus on advancing evidence-based public education practices in South Carolina by cultivating statewide partnerships and drawing…
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David Wood named as President & CEO of the Spartanburg County Historical Association
August 15, 2022
The Board of Directors have named David Wood as the President & CEO of the Spartanburg County Historical Association. As CEO of the SCHA, Wood will direct and oversee the…
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Industrial packager Greif expanding operations in Greenville County
August 3, 2022
Governor Henry McMaster and the S.C. Department of Commerce today announced that Greif, a global leader in industrial packaging products and services, plans to expand existing operations in Greenville County,…
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Hood Construction President and CEO inducted into Hall of Fame
August 1, 2022
Hood Construction’s President and CEO, Mark Hood, was inducted into the Carolinas Association of General Contractors’ 2022 Hall of Fame this month, which celebrates hard work, perseverance, and achievement of…
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Mills Gallivan awarded Richard T. Boyette Award for Outstanding Contributions to the National Foundation for Judicial Excellence
August 1, 2022
Gallivan White Boyd announced that Partner, Mills Gallivan, is the 2022 recipient of the Richard T. Boyette Award for Outstanding Contributions to the National Foundation for Judicial Excellence. The Boyette…
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Flavia B. Harton appointed to S.C. Arts Commission board
July 12, 2022
The South Carolina Arts Commission welcomes Flavia B. Harton of Greenville to its nine-member board of directors after her appointment by Gov. Henry McMaster effective July 1. Harton has extensive…
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Gov. Henry McMaster issues Executive Order to remove toxic waste from USS Yorktown
July 11, 2022
Governor Henry McMaster today issued Executive Order 2022-20, which directs the South Carolina Office of Resilience to begin the process of removing hundreds of thousands of gallons of toxic pollutants…
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Rebuild Upstate welcomes Jake Beaty as CEO
July 11, 2022
The Board of Rebuild Upstate has chosen Jake Beaty as its new full-time CEO to lead the nonprofit in serving low-income homeowners with repairs and accessibility improvements to create safe,…
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The PGA TOUR returns to the Palmetto State in October for THE CJ CUP in South Carolina
July 7, 2022
As golf is surging in popularity around the country, state and industry leaders are pleased to welcome the PGA TOUR to Congaree Golf Club in Ridgeland for THE CJ CUP…
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BlueCross BlueShield of SC names new president and CEO
July 5, 2022
David S. Pankau has been named chairman of the board effective April 21, 2022, and Michael J. Mizeur has been named president and CEO of BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina…
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The Original Six Foundation names Kara Gormley Meador Executive Director
June 27, 2022
The Original Six Foundation (06) announced that communications professional and former journalist, Kara Gormley Meador will serve as executive director. Gormley Meador has more than 25 years of communications experience.…
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Police Chief Latimore Nominated by President to be U. S. Marshal
June 6, 2022
The White House announced Monday that President Biden has nominated Laurens Police Chief Chrissie Latimore to serve as the District of South Carolina’s next U. S. Marshal. The official announcement…
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Samantha Wallace named Bank of America Market Executive for Upstate
June 6, 2022
Bank of America announced that Samantha (Sam) Wallace has been named Market Executive for Upstate SC. In her role, Wallace will be responsible for helping lead the bank’s local efforts…
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Medical supply manufacturer establishes major nitrile glove operation in Greenville
June 6, 2022
A packed house applauded the announcement Monday by Health Supply US, a leading government contracting and medical supply company, to establish manufacturing operations in Greenville County at the Greenville Area…
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E.A. Sween Company establishing operations in Greenwood County
May 18, 2022
$38 million investment will create 300 new jobs E.A. Sween Company, a leading supplier in the ready-to-eat sandwich industry, today announced plans to establish operations in Greenwood County. The company…
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Craig Gaulden Davis shapes Greenville for 65 years, names new leadership
May 11, 2022
Craig Gaulden Davis (CGD), a regional architecture and interior design firm, has been shaping the landscape of Greenville through community-focused projects for 65 years. Recognized recently for design of the…
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Clemson University and Prisma Health expand collaboration in aging research, education and community outreach programs
May 5, 2022
Clemson University and Prisma Health celebrate the expansion of their research and clinical collaborations with the opening of new space to accommodate the expanding community research and clinical programs of…
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Deion Jamison of Legacy Early College named 2023 South Carolina Teacher of the Year
May 5, 2022State Superintendent of Education Molly Spearman announced at the annual South Carolina Teacher of the Year Gala that Deion Jamison, an English teacher at Legacy Early College with the South…
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Helping Our Service Members During Military Saves Month
April 17, 2022
By South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis I always look forward to recognizing and promoting the annual observance of Financial Literacy Month in April. As State Treasurer, I enjoy providing our…
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Fuyao Glass America announces major expansion in Greenville County, SC
April 12, 2022
Fuyao Glass America Inc., a venture of China-based Fuyao Glass Industry Group Co. Ltd. (Fuyao Group), announced plans to expand its operations in Greenville County, S.C. The company’s $34.5 million…
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Sage Automotive Interiors promotes Chris Heard to Chief Executive Officer
April 4, 2022
Sage Automotive Interiors today announced the promotion of Chris Heard to President and Chief Executive Officer of Sage and the transition of former Sage President Dirk Pieper to Chairman of…
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Bon Secours names Chief Clinical Officer in Greenville
March 28, 2022
Bon Secours St. Francis Health System welcomed aboard its new Chief Clinical Officer, Dr. Bruce Swords, today. He is new to the Greenville area and brings with him a wealth…
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Jay Lucas not seeking reelection
March 15, 2022
S.C. House Speaker Jay Lucas announced today that he will not seek reelection. Governor Henry McMaster issued the following statement: “Speaker Jay Lucas has served the people of South Carolina…
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DHEC gradually closing its COVID-19 testing sites beginning today
March 1, 2022
Beginning today, March 1, the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) will begin scaling back the number of agency-managed vendor COVID-19 testing sites across the state. The…
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Gov. Henry McMaster, S.C. House leadership propose income tax cut
February 15, 2022
Governor Henry McMaster was joined today by S.C. House leadership and members of the S.C. House Republican Caucus to announce an income tax cut proposal that accelerates the governor’s previous…
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Blue Diamond Industries establishing first East Coast manufacturing operations in Laurens County
February 9, 2022
$18 million investment will create over 90 new jobs Blue Diamond Industries, a subsidiary of Hexatronic Group AB in Sweden and a manufacturer of high-density polyethylene (HDPE) conduit materials for the protection…
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ScanSource, Inc. names John Eldh as President
February 9, 2022
Eldh to champion ScanSource’s hybrid distribution growth strategy ScanSource, Inc. (NASDAQ: SCSC), a leading hybrid distributor connecting devices to the cloud, announced today that John Eldh has been named President…
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Spartanburg County attracted $1.9 billion in new investment in 2021
February 7, 2022
Traditional industrial development supplemented by growing interest from diverse sectors In 2021, OneSpartanburg, Inc. landed 44 economic development projects on behalf of Spartanburg County and the City of Spartanburg, resulting…
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Communities in Schools of South Carolina announces transformative investment to help students overcome obstacles to learning
February 3, 2022
$2.5 Million Donation from Philanthropist Mackenzie Scott Will Strengthen Organization’s Impact in Public Schools Across South Carolina Communities In Schools of South Carolina (CISSC) announced today that they are the…
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Governor McMaster delivers the 2022 State of the State address
January 20, 2022
Governor Henry McMaster delivered his fifth State of the State address to state senators and representatives at the Statehouse on Wednesday, January 19th. Here is his speech in its entirety…
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Kostwein establishes U.S. operations, creates jobs in Greenville County, S.C.
January 19, 2022
Kostwein, a high-tech machine manufacturer, today announced plans to establish operations in Greenville County. The $8.5 million investment will create 95 new jobs. Founded in 1921 and headquartered in Austria,…
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Chapman Cultural Center announces its newest President & CEO
January 19, 2022
After an extensive search, Chapman Cultural Center is pleased to announce the hiring of Dan Mayer as its next President and CEO. He will lead the organization beginning February 10th,…
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Amiridis named 30th president of University of South Carolina
January 14, 2022
Former provost returns to South Carolina after leading University of Illinois Chicago Michael Amiridis has been named the 30th president of the University of South Carolina. Amiridis was selected during a…
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Furman’s $70 million renovation and construction project to break ground in February
January 13, 2022
New residence hall to be built; four others to be renovated This spring, Furman University will begin its largest construction project to date, a comprehensive renovation of South Housing that…
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MycoWorks establishing operations in Union County
January 13, 2022
$107 million investment to create 400 new jobs MycoWorks, a biotechnology company that specializes in mycelium-grown materials for use as sustainable, luxury-quality leather alternatives, today announced plans to establish operations…
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Chief Buildings establishing operations in Lancaster County
January 12, 2022
$22.1 million investment will create 102 new jobs over the next five years​​​​​​​ Chief Buildings, a subsidiary of Chief Industries, Inc. and a premier metal building system manufacturer, today announced plans to…
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Shamrock Technologies, Inc. establishing operations in Laurens County
January 12, 2022
$19.4 million investment to create new growth opportunities Shamrock Technologies, Inc. (Shamrock), one of the world’s largest processors and developers of specialty natural and synthetic wax additives, today announced plans…
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South Carolina Federal will merge with G.H.S. Federal Credit Union
January 11, 2022
South Carolina Federal Credit Union is pleased to announce its upcoming merger with G.H.S. Federal Credit Union after an affirmative member vote concluded on December 8, 2021. After the merger…
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