Anytime Fitness opens in Clinton with ribbon cutting set for Sept. 22
September 16, 2026
Clinton has a new gym, and its owners want it to be more than a place to work out. They want it to be a place where people of every…
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Simpsonville chamber lunch and learn to focus on stroke awareness and lifesaving response
September 16, 2026
The Simpsonville Area Chamber of Commerce will host a health education session next week focused on critical, lifesaving responses to medical emergencies in the workplace and community. As part of…
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Food Lion Feeds and Lowcountry Food Bank partner to support nearly 700 Myrtle Beach families
September 16, 2026
Volunteers also packed thousands of food boxes, backpacks and care kits for future distribution across the Grand Strand. Food Lion Feeds joined the Lowcountry Food Bank and other local community…
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Simpsonville Fire Department hosts Light the Night for Hope vigil to observe National Opioid Awareness Day
September 16, 2026
he Simpsonville Fire Department Opioid Response Program will host a community remembrance gathering, “Light the Night for Hope,” on Thursday, September 24, 2026, in observance of National Opioid Awareness Day.…
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Early Screenings Save Lives: Why mammograms matter and how you can join the fight
September 14, 2026
Breast cancer remains one of the most common cancers affecting women, but early detection through regular screenings significantly improves treatment outcomes and survival rates. According to health guidelines, women at…
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How Austin’s love inspired a mother’s mission to bring suicide awareness into the light
September 14, 2026
When you meet Chrissy Davis, there is an immediate, disarming warmth in the room. Her eyes hold a soft, steady light, and her laughter comes easily—the kind of presence that…
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Bon Secours launches Community Health Improvement Plan
September 14, 2026
Plan outlines community-driven strategies to improve health outcomes across the Upstate Bon Secours has launched a new, three-year Community Health Improvement Plan (CHIP), designed to address the health priorities identified…
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SC Cancer Alliance: Advancing cancer care across South Carolina
September 11, 2026
By Karen Owens Publisher Cancer prevention, early detection, and comprehensive care require a unified approach. Earlier this year in April, healthcare providers, partners, and advocates gathered in Pawleys Island for…
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Thomas McAfee Funeral Homes to host 25th Annual Grief Seminar
September 11, 2026
Thomas McAfee Funeral Homes will host its 25th Annual Grief Seminar on Thursday, Oct. 1 at the Kroc Center in Greenville. The event will feature two sessions providing professional caregivers…
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PartyHardGVL, Due South Coffee and local partners launch OPEN HOUSE day party at Hampton Station – Sept 12
September 10, 2026
The new daytime event brings house music, coffee, fitness and community programming on September 12. Due South Coffee Roasters, Daylight Burrito, RunClubGVL and Red Bull USA are joining PartyHardGVL and…
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HGTC Foundation dedicates Pamela Lord Moyers Dental Assisting Lab
September 10, 2026
The Horry-Georgetown Technical College (HGTC) Foundation officially dedicated the Pamela Lord Moyers Dental Assisting Lab during a special ceremony, honoring Moyers’ contributions to dental assisting education and her lasting impact…
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Lowcountry Food Bank Foundation makes a donation in honor of Hunger Action Month
September 10, 2026
Lowcountry Food Bank Foundation (LCFBF)(opens in new tab) is thrilled to announce a donation to Lowcountry Food Bank.(opens in new tab) This gift of $75,000 will be used where the Food Bank needs…
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Free Senior Estate & Lifestyle Planning Workshop set for Sept. 16 in Pawleys Island
September 8, 2026
A free educational workshop offering comprehensive guidance on legal, financial, healthcare, and housing decisions for older adults will take place on Wednesday, Sept. 16, 2026, at 2:30 p.m. at the…
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Huntington Disease Society of American announces South Carolina Education Day set for October 10th in West Columbia
September 7, 2026
The South Carolina Chapter of the Huntington’s Disease Society of America(opens in new tab) (HDSA) will hold its annual Education Day on Saturday, October 10, 2026, offering a vital day…
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BridgeWay Brewing to host ‘Kickoff for a Cure’ fundraiser for American Cancer Society
September 7, 2026
Local sports fans and community supporters can pair game day action with charitable giving this week as BridgeWay Brewing Co. hosts “Kickoff for a Cure” on Wednesday, September 9. Running…
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Dirt on the Strip: the science of soil, serotonin, and sassing your spouse
September 7, 2026
By Barbara LeForge, Golden Strip News Editor Honey, listen to me: we have got to stop blaming Aunt Janice’s green bean casserole, the credit card statements, and the holiday madness…
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American Heart Association equips new parents with lifesaving skills, advances maternal and infant health
September 2, 2026
Lexington Medical Center receives Infant CPR Anytime® Kits to help protect new families American Heart Association equips new parents with lifesaving skills, advances maternal and infant health Every parent hopes…
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THRIVE Laurens County to host community Data Walk exploring health priorities across the county – Sept. 30
September 2, 2026
LAURENS, S.C. – THRIVE Laurens County will host a community Data Walk on Wednesday, September 30, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., inviting residents, community leaders, health partners and…
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Proactive MD launches Proactive MD Connect to create a more connected healthcare experience
September 1, 2026
Proactive MD®, a national leader in value-based care, announced the launch of Proactive MD Connect, a new healthcare technology brand designed to be the digital key to each patient’s healthcare…
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Dirt on the Strip: How to design a backyard sanctuary for paws, pint-sized humans, and pretty petals
August 31, 2026
If your idea of a backyard garden involves manicured English boxwoods, museum-grade floral displays, and delicate white gravel paths where nobody breathes too hard, I have bad news for you:…
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Rabid Skunk Confirmed in Fountain Inn; 13 Animals Exposed
August 31, 2026
Public health officials have confirmed a positive case of rabies in a skunk located within Fountain Inn, resulting in potential exposure for 13 animals in the area. The confirmation has…
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Discover 4-H drop-in event coming to Georgetown County Library on September 3
August 27, 2026
Clemson University Cooperative Extension in Georgetown County invites local youth, parents, and community members to a free “Discover 4-H” drop-in event on Thursday, September 3, 2026, from 4:00 to 6:00…
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A Back-to-School Time Conversation with Olivia Kilton of Grand Strand Health
August 26, 2026
Helping our children cope and thrive as they return to school By Karen Owens Publisher Most schools throughout the Lowcountry have been back in session for a couple of weeks…
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USC Fragile X Collaborative earns national research award for advancing brain health
August 26, 2026
The University of South Carolina’s Fragile X Collaborative received the 2026 National Fragile X Foundation (NFXF) Research Award in recognition of its groundbreaking multidisciplinary research and leadership in advancing the…
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NAMI Charleston Area Invites Community to Walk for Mental Health on October 3 at Palmetto Islands County Park
August 24, 2026
NAMI Charleston Area announces the return of its premier annual fundraising event, NAMIWalks 2026, taking place Saturday, October 3, 2026, at Palmetto Islands County Park in Mount Pleasant. The community-wide…
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Global health event highlights South Carolina’s growing role in life sciences
August 23, 2026U.S. Rep. Joe Wilson recognized by the Shot@Life campaign for his longtime leadership in supporting global polio eradication and Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance South Carolina’s growing role in global health…
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St. James Health & Wellness and SC Cancer Alliance to host Prostate Cancer Awareness event in Andrews
August 21, 2026
In recognition of September as Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, St. James Health and Wellness and the South Carolina Cancer Alliance are partnering to host an educational community luncheon focused on…
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Barnabas Horse Foundation earns Candid’s highest honor for nonprofit transparency
August 19, 2026
The Barnabas Horse Foundation is proud to announce that it has officially earned the 2026 Candid Platinum Seal of Transparency—the highest level of recognition awarded by Candid (formerly GuideStar). What the…
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The Marie Method Beauty Bar marks two years in Clinton and adds massage therapy
August 19, 2026
The Marie Method Beauty Bar has reached its two-year mark in Clinton, and owner Susanna Frazier is marking the milestone by expanding both her team and her service menu. Frazier…
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Olive Branch Therapy Services marks two years in Laurens with a clinical team of six
August 19, 2026
Olive Branch Therapy Services is marking two years on the historic square in Laurens, and in that time the practice has grown from a single counselor into a clinical team…
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The Kids Mud Run & Back to School Bash return to Tidelands Health Georgetown Family YMCA
August 18, 2026
The Tidelands Health Georgetown Family YMCA has announced the return of its annual Kids Mud Run & Back to School Bash, scheduled for Saturday, September 26, 2026. Open to the…
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St. James Health and Wellness partners with Town of Awendaw for 5K Fun Run & Walk
August 17, 2026
AWENDAW, SC — St. James Health and Wellness Center has partnered with the Town of Awendaw to host a community 5K Fun Run & Walk on Saturday, September 12, 2026,…
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West Nile virus outbreak reported in region: What you should know
August 17, 2026
On Aug. 13, Georgetown County Mosquito Control and the South Carolina Department of Public Health identified a West Nile-positive mosquito sample during routine surveillance. The confirmation follows reports earlier this month of two human cases…
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Board-certified, fellowship-trained provider joins Tidelands Health Gastroenterology
August 14, 2026
Patients now have expanded access to high-quality digestive health care with the addition of Dr. Meghan Malone to Tidelands Health Gastroenterology. Board-certified, fellowship-trained gastroenterologist Dr. Malone provides comprehensive care for a…
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Mauldin first responders partner for free prescription drug disposal event on August 29
August 12, 2026
In an effort to keep local households safe and combat prescription drug misuse, the Mauldin Police Department and Mauldin Fire Department are joining forces to host a community Medication Disposal…
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Food pharmacy partnership helps Georgetown County patients access nutritious food
August 12, 2026
Dana Mitchel, RD, LD, director of community health and nutrition for Lowcountry Food Bank, used her keynote remarks at the recent Compassion Brunch hosted by St. James Health and Wellness…
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Senior Resource Specialists launches eight-week “Support Local” campaign to spotlight Lowcountry small businesses
August 10, 2026
“Local Families Supporting Local Families” initiative has already directed campaign spending toward 180 locally purchased products in its first three weeks Senior Resource Specialists (SRS), a Charleston-area family-owned senior resource…
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Registration opens for 2026 In the Pink breast cancer awareness walk
August 10, 2026
Registration is now open for the popular Tidelands Health In the Pink breast cancer awareness walk, returning Saturday, Oct. 10, at Brookgreen Gardens. Now in its 21st year, In the Pink brings the community together to…
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More than a Meal: St. James connects compassion, food, and health
August 10, 2026
By Karen Owens Publisher The Third Annual Compassion Brunch hosted by St. James Health & Wellness offered more than a meal for supporters and donors. It connected the fight against…
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Healthcare on Wheels: St. James Health and Wellness introduces new mobile clinic
August 8, 2026
St. James Health and Wellness is expanding its community reach with the launch of a new mobile care unit designed to bring essential healthcare services directly to local residents throughout…
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Celebrate National Kids Track Trails Day in Georgetown County on August 15
August 5, 2026
Georgetown County Parks & Recreation invites families and outdoor enthusiasts to celebrate National Kids Track Trails Day on Saturday, August 15, 2026. The local celebration is part of the national…
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ReGenesis Health Care invites community to grand opening of new Business, Administration & Training Center
August 5, 2026
ReGenesis Health Care invites the community to celebrate the Grand Opening of its new Business, Administration & Training Center, a space designed to strengthen collaboration, support employee development, and create…
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Tidelands Waccamaw Community Hospital earns top U.S. News & World Report recognition for spinal fusion and hip fracture treatment
August 5, 2026
MURRELLS INLET, S.C. — Tidelands Waccamaw Community Hospital has earned the highest distinction available in U.S. News & World Report’s annual Best Hospitals 2026-2027 procedures and conditions ratings. The hospital…
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New pickleball courts dedicated at Kaminski Park in Georgetown
August 4, 2026
The City of Georgetown officially expanded its community recreational offerings today with the completion of six new pickleball courts at Kaminski Park in the West End neighborhood. “Georgetown has always…
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A Way in the Wilderness: What She Wishes She had Known, and Where Laurens County Can Turn for Help (Part 4 of 4)
July 29, 2026
Editor’s note: This is the fourth and final installment in A Way in the Wilderness, a series following Laurens County resident JoDee Watkins through her breast cancer journey, told in…
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Cohn Construction completes the expansion and renovation for Pediatric Associates of Kershaw County
July 29, 2026
Cohn Construction has completed an expansion and renovation for the Pediatric Associates of Kershaw County, located in Camden, South Carolina. The project included a carefully phased expansion of the existing…
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Red Cross Declares Second-Ever National Blood Crisis, Urges Golden Strip Donors to Give Now
July 29, 2026
The American Red Cross has declared a national blood supply crisis, only the second such declaration in the organization’s 145-year history, and is urging eligible donors in Fountain Inn, Simpsonville…
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Nourishing Community Health: St. James Health and Wellness hosts 3rd Annual Taste of Compassion Brunch
July 29, 2026
Food is medicine, and on Saturday, Aug. 8, the community has a chance to pull up a chair for a vital cause. St. James Health and Wellness will host its…
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Five graduate from TGHA and First Steps homebased childcare program
July 28, 2026
The first cohort of a new program aimed to increase the homebased childcare providers graduated this week. The Greenville Housing Authority (TGHA), Greenville First Steps, SC Childcare Resource and Referral…
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Georgetown Family YMCA announces registration open for August swim lessons
July 24, 2026
Registration is now open for the upcoming August Swim Lesson session at the Georgetown Family YMCA. Designed to support skill progression and water safety year-round, swim lessons cater to all…
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