American Red Cross recognizes 130th Anniversary of the Sea Island Hurricane and impacts on the Lowcountry
August 14, 2023
What One hundred and thirty years ago, one of the deadliest hurricanes in American history made landfall on August 27, 1893. Now known as the Sea Island Hurricane, the storm…
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Board of Trustees approve FY24 operating budget, establish new MUSC Institute for Neuroscience Discovery
August 14, 2023
The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) and Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA) Board of Trustees held their regularly scheduled committee sessions and board meeting on August 10 and 11,…
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Prisma Health build new new adaptive sports facility at Unity Park
August 13, 2023
Prisma Health’s Roger C. Peace Rehabilitation (RCP) Hospital is working with community partners to create an initiative at Unity Park that will be focused on expanding community access to adaptive…
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CDS hosts 2023 Eggs Benefit with guest speaker Michael Hayes
August 11, 2023
The Center for Developmental Services (CDS) will host their 12th annual Eggs Benefit on Thursday, September 28, 2023 at The Poinsett Club in Downtown Greenville. Breakfast will be served at…
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First Students Graduate from Presbyterian College Occupational Therapy Doctoral Program
August 10, 2023
The Presbyterian College Occupational Therapy Doctoral Program sent its first student cohort into the profession Saturday following its inaugural commencement exercise in Belk Auditorium. Thirteen new doctors of occupational therapy…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Jack Neil, Hank AI
August 9, 2023
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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South Carolina-based IMCS, Tymora Analytical partner to streamline exosome research
August 9, 2023
Integrated Micro-Chromatography Systems, Inc. (“IMCS”), a leader in automating laboratory workflows, and Tymora Analytical, an authority in exosome purification and proteomics services, have announced a significant enhancement to their ongoing…
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Jay McKay, II named as a 2023 South Carolina Icon
August 9, 2023
McKay Firm Senior Partner, Julius W. “Jay” McKay, II was recently named to the exclusive South Carolina Icons list for 2023 by the South Carolina & North Carolina Lawyers Weekly.…
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US News & World Report names Bon Secours Hospitals Best in Greenville Metro area
August 7, 2023
Bon Secours St. Francis has been recognized as a “Best Hospital” for 2022 by the U.S. News & World Report. Together, the health system’s two hospital campuses – St. Francis…
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First Choice Makes Going Back to School Easy and Fun in North Charleston
August 2, 2023
Jump-Start Back-to-School event offers school supplies, backpacks, and more Select Health of South Carolina’s First Choice health plan will host its third Jump-Start Back-to-School event of the summer, featuring back-to-school information, children’s activities,…
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Bela Family Dentistry welcomes Dr. Damaris Collier
August 2, 2023
Bela Family Dentistry of White Knoll welcomes Dr. Damaris Collier. Born and raised in Lexington and a graduate of White Knoll High School, Collier says she is thrilled to serve her…
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Veteran healthcare leaders aim to bridge medical care gaps with new company
August 1, 2023For the past three years, a group of skilled former medical care leaders have heard almost weekly stories from friends, neighbors and former co-workers about their dissatisfaction with the state…
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Gov. Henry McMaster Signs Fentanyl Trafficking Bill Into Law
August 1, 2023
Renews Call for Legislators to Close Revolving Door for Criminals with Illegal Guns Governor Henry McMaster was joined today by Lieutenant Governor Pamela S. Evette, state and local law enforcement…
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Kiawah Island Club’s Second Annual HEARTest Yard Celebrity Classic raises $300,000
August 1, 2023Greg Olsen presents check to MUSC Children’s Hospital on July 28th to help expand pediatric cardiovascular foundation’s services to patients and families in the Charleston region Kiawah Island Club –…
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MUSC ranked state’s No. 1 hospital ninth year in row
August 1, 2023
U.S. News & World Report releases annual national rankings MUSC Health University Medical Center in Charleston was named by U.S. News & World Report for the ninth year in a…
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Palmetto Assessments and Learning Services have opened two office in South Carolina
July 31, 2023
Palmetto Assessments and Learning Services is now open and serving families in Clemson and Charleston, South Carolina. Co-Owners, Ashleigh Langheim and Liz Hiller founded PALS in 2023 with the belief…
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SC Association of Health Underwriters announces 2023-2024 new board members
July 31, 2023
The South Carolina Association of Health Underwriters (SCAHU) proudly announces its new officers and board of directors for the 2023-2024 year. The 2023-2024 SCAHU Officers include President Bradley George, Principal…
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The Insurance Source hires Rodney Evans as Administrative Assistant
July 28, 2023
Rodney Evans has joined The Insurance Source as an Administrative Assistant. Evans recently graduated from North Greenville University where he got his degree in Business Management. This year he will…
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Prisma Health Roger C. Peace Rehabilitation Hospital will launch initiative at Unity Park to expand community access to adaptive sports and wellness
July 28, 2023
Prisma Health’s Roger C. Peace Rehabilitation (RCP) Hospital is working with community partners to create an initiative in downtown Greenville at Unity Park that will be focused on expanding community access…
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Mayor John Tecklenburg, Charlamagne Tha God to open 11th annual Lowcountry Mental Health Conference
July 27, 2023
Charleston Mayor John Tecklenburg and radio and TV personality Charlamagne Tha God will deliver opening remarks for the 11th annual Lowcountry Mental Health Conference (LMHC), set to begin at 8:30 a.m. on…
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Presbyterian College Occupational Therapy Doctoral Program Granted Seven-Year Acote Accreditation
July 26, 2023
The Occupational Therapy Doctoral Program at Presbyterian College has been approved for a seven-year accreditation by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) — the longest initial accreditation time…
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First Choice makes going back to school easy and fun in Columbia
July 25, 2023
Jump-Start Back-to-School event offers school supplies, backpacks, and more Select Health of South Carolina’s First Choice health plan will host its second Jump-Start Back-to-School event of the summer, featuring back-to-school information, children’s activities,…
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USC School of Medicine Greenville culinary medicine instructor shares aspartame alternatives
July 25, 2023
A recent World Health Organization study that outlines the need for further investigation on aspartame’s potential health effects has many seeking natural alternatives to chemical sweeteners. Dr. Krista Blackwell, a…
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Jill Smith + Associates Counseling celebrates the grand opening of its expanded downtown Columbia office
July 24, 2023
Jill Smith + Associates Counseling — the premier counseling practice in the greater Columbia, S.C. region — proudly announces the official grand opening of its new and expanded office located…
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Grant from The Leon Levine Foundation helps New Morning expand vital reproductive healthcare
July 24, 2023
New Morning, a South Carolina nonprofit organization, announced it has received a $50,000 grant from The Leon Levine Foundation (TLLF) to support its program that provides free and low-cost birth…
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Life-Saving Collaboration: Laurens County Sheriff’s Office Hosts Blood Drive with The Blood Connection
July 23, 2023
The Laurens County Sheriff’s Office (LCSO) is teaming up with The Blood Connection to host a blood drive on July 27, 2023. From 9:00 am to 2:00 pm to welcome…
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The Citadel and MUSC Health expand partnership, offer additional services for cadets
July 19, 2023
The year-old partnership between The Citadel and the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC Health) has entered a new phase. As of July 1, 2023, services offered by The Citadel’s…
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USC School of Medicine Greenville announces the appointment of Leah Robinson, PhD as Associate Dean of Student Affairs
July 19, 2023
USC School of Medicine Greenville announced the selection of Dr. Leah Robinson as Associate Dean of Student Affairs and assistant professor in the Department of Biomedical Sciences. Dr. Robinson, Ph.D.,…
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MUSC names new chief information officer
July 18, 2023
After a national search process, Todd Leach has accepted the role of enterprise chief information officer (CIO) for Information Solutions and will begin his service on July 31. He will…
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The American Red Cross reminds community to stay safe during extreme heat
July 17, 2023Learn how to treat heat-related illness like heat exhaustion This week, much of South Carolina will experience dangerously high temperatures. Extreme heat is deadly and kills more people than any…
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Recipient of Teresa Graddick Memorial Scholarship Announced
July 17, 2023
A scholarship committee recently met to review applicants for the Teresa Graddick Memorial Scholarship. Clinton High School graduate, Patience Adams was named the recipient for 2023. The scholarship was created…
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$1.5 million capital investment comes to renovate Lexington senior living community
July 13, 2023Holiday Deepwood Estates Adapts to Meet Needs of Growing Senior Population Deepwood Estates, a Holiday by Atria independent living community, has kicked off a new $1.5 million renovation project for capital…
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We Are Sharing Hope SC bolsters team, enhances services
July 12, 2023
We Are Sharing Hope SC (SHSC), the state’s non-profit organ and tissue recovery service, welcomed several new team members to the organization in a variety of new and existing roles.…
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The Medical University of South Carolina and Blackbaud collaborate to bring preventive behavioral health programs to K-12 students in six counties
July 10, 2023
Digital education curricula delivered by Blackbaud will focus on critical issues like mental health, compassion and underage drinking and vaping prevention The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) has announced…
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Direct Support Professional I (Full-Time)
July 8, 2023
About Our Agency The South Carolina Department of Disabilities and Special Needs (DDSN) is the state agency that plans, develops, coordinates, and funds services for South Carolinians with the severe,…
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The Leon Levine Foundation invests $50,000 in WellPartners Dental and Eye Clinic
July 5, 2023
United Way of the Midlands’ WellPartners Dental and Eye Clinics received a $50,000 grant from The Leon Levine Foundation to support the continuation of clinic services. WellPartners offers dental and…
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MUSC Health Orangeburg shares future directions at “It’s a New Day Café”
July 5, 2023
It’s a new day for health care in Orangeburg, Calhoun, and Bamberg counties, and MUSC Health Orangeburg celebrated these next steps at the “It’s a New Day Cafe” on Thursday,…
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Diaper Drive Thru in Clinton on Tuesday July 11
July 5, 2023
The next Diaper Drive Thru will be held on Tuesday, July 11 from 4 – 6 pm in Clinton in the Victory Worship Center Parking Lot (at intersection of Highway…
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Countybank Foundation donates $25K to Hospice & Palliative Care of the Piedmont
June 29, 2023Countybank and Greenwood Capital recently presented a check for $25,000 to Hospice & Palliative Care of the Piedmont. The donation was given on behalf of the Countybank Foundation, which was…
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SC EMS Association receives $35,000 grant from Power:Ed to update and expand training programs to boost EMT pipeline across rural SC
June 28, 2023The South Carolina Emergency Medical Services Association (SCEMSA), a nonprofit dedicated to improving EMS through advocacy, collaboration, and education, has been awarded a $35,000 grant to boost education accessibility in…
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Prisma Health Provides Safety Tips Ahead of the Fourth of July
June 27, 2023
Independence Day is just around the corner, and many people plan to gather for cookouts or shoot off fireworks. Prisma Health wants to make sure you spend this holiday making…
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Prisma Health Board of Directors welcomes S. Richard Hagins and Clay Lowder, MD
June 22, 2023
Prisma Health announced the election of S. Richard Hagins and Clay Lowder, MD, to its corporate board of directors. S. Richard Hagins served the U.S. for 23 years as a…
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Nephron Nitrile announces new CEO
June 21, 2023
Nephron Nitrile today announced William “Billy” Emerson Harris has been named Chief Executive Officer of Nephron Nitrile. In this position, Harris will use his 30 years of experience to bolster the…
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SCETV and the South Carolina Hospital Association announce partnership to engage South Carolinians in healthcare careers
June 20, 2023
The South Carolina Hospital Association (SCHA) and South Carolina ETV and Public Radio (SCETV) are pleased to announce a momentous partnership aimed at revolutionizing healthcare communication and education in the…
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Lander, Technical College System Sign Transfer Agreement for State’s Nursing Student
June 12, 2023
Now, students who have earned their associate’s degree in nursing at any one of South Carolina’s technical colleges have a seamless pathway to their Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)…
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Documentary highlights the work of doulas in Upstate, SC
June 11, 2023
Doulado, a tech company creating software solutions for doulas and co-founded by Greenville native Mary Beth Johnson, has partnered with Hollywood cinematographer and Greenville native Rebekah Lloyd, and Upstate Birth…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Mike Yost, FRD Accel
June 8, 2023
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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South Carolina Healthy Business Challenge launches in the Midlands region
June 6, 2023On May 17, 2023, at the Palmetto Club in Columbia, SC, the South Carolina Healthy Business Challenge (SCHBC) officially launched the Midlands Region, rounding out the statewide expansion of a…
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MUSC Health Midlands and Healthy Me – Healthy SC partner for free community health fair
May 31, 2023
To improve health care access to rural communities, MUSC Health Midlands Division and Healthy Me – Healthy SC are partnering to organize a community health fair on Saturday, June 3rd,…
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Well Walkers dates announced for June
May 30, 2023
Program offers community temperature-controlled space for exercise Bon Secours St. Francis Health System and the Bon Secours Wellness Arena have announced June dates for their Well Walkers program. While walking…
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