Greenville Technical College trains next generation of aircraft maintenance technicians as industry shortage grows
May 14, 2026
As the national aviation industry faces a growing shortage of aircraft maintenance technicians, Greenville Technical College is preparing students for high-skill, high-wage aviation careers through its FAA-approved Aircraft Maintenance Technology…
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Justin Draplin of Fortified Solar named Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2026 Southeast finalist by EY US
May 12, 2026
Justin Draplin, CEO of Fortified Solar LLC, has been named a finalist for the Entrepreneur Of The Year 2026 Southeast Award by Ernst & Young LLP (EY US). Now in…
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Ivey Palmer PR earns Best in Show at SCPRSA Mercury Awards in debut campaign
May 8, 2026
Ivey Palmer PR, a South Carolina-based public relations agency, has earned the prestigious Best in Show honor at the Mercury Awards, marking a major milestone for the firm in its…
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JDPR announces new era with agency veteran Matt Lochel named president & CEO
May 7, 2026
Full-service mar-comm agency honors its 35-year legacy while embracing the future. Leading strategic marketing-communications agency JDPR – which represents clients such as Verizon, Cobra Puma Golf and Bridgestone Golf –…
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Women of Construction Summer Summit
May 5, 2026
June 11-12, 2026 Hilton Garden Inn Waterfront 45 Lockwood Dr Charleston, SC 29401 The Women of Construction Summer Summit brings together leaders, builders, realtors, attorneys and innovators shaping the future…
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Jennifer Rye joins Coldwell Banker Caine in Greenville
April 28, 2026
Coldwell Banker Caine welcomed Jennifer Rye as a real estate agent in its Greenville office. Rye brings a thoughtful, solutions-oriented approach to real estate, helping clients navigate the buying and…
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Paul Jones, Siwoo Jung Added to Presbyterian Men’s Soccer Coaching Staff
April 26, 2026
Presbyterian College Blue Hose head men’s soccer coach Nick Finotti has announced the hiring of Paul Jones and Siwoo Jung as assistant coaches. “I am pleased to welcome Paul and Siwoo to PC…
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All Good Books announces the awarding of its B-Corp Certification
April 24, 2026The independent bookstore is the first retail business in Columbia to receive the designation All Good Books announced an important milestone with the awarding of its B-Corp Certification, ahead of…
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Midlands Technical College offers condensed automotive technology program for Scout Motors employees
April 20, 2026
Midlands Technical College (MTC) is offering a new condensed automotive technology program for Scout Motors employees. Instruction began February 23, 2026, at the EV manufacturer’s new Blythewood training facility, which…
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Hammock Coast beaches compete for ‘Best Beach in South Carolina’ title
April 20, 2026
Three beaches along South Carolina’s Hammock Coast® are back in the running for the title of “Best Beach in South Carolina.” Pawleys Island, Litchfield Beach, and Huntington Beach State Park…
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YMCA of Greenville celebrates 150 years of serving Greenville County
April 16, 2026The YMCA of Greenville officially commemorates its 150th anniversary, marking a sesquicentennial of service to the people of Greenville County. What began on April 16, 1876, when an interdenominational committee…
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Riverside Family Dental announces name change reflecting legacy, growth and future vision
April 16, 2026
Riverside Family Dental, a trusted general dentistry practice serving the Greenville community for more than three decades, announced its official name change from Keith W. Strausbaugh, DMD, PA. The transition…
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Upcountry Fiber Foundation gives $15,000 to local Upstate non-profits
April 15, 2026
Upcountry Fiber Foundation, the philanthropic arm and permanent endowment of internet service provider Upcountry Fiber, announced that it has donated $15,000 to three Upstate non-profit organizations to help them deliver…
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Preparing our future workforce: What I learned at HGTC
April 15, 2026
By Karen Owens, Publisher I’ve had the privilege to participate in Leadership Georgetown this year and as part of that experience, I get to tour various businesses and organizations across…
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Talented and Gifted Academy celebrates first anniversary with major literacy partnership and statewide book launch
April 14, 2026
In just one year, Talented and Gifted Academy (TAG Academy) has gone from vision to vibrant reality—reshaping early childhood education in the Midlands through a bold focus on literacy, individualized…
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Thomas McAfee Funeral Homes recognized with 2025 Excellence in Customer Service Award
April 14, 2026
Thomas McAfee Funeral Homes has been named a recipient of the Johnson Consulting Group 2025 Excellence in Customer Service Award. The honor recognizes funeral homes that achieved the highest family…
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Stokes & Company, joins CPAmerica, strengthening resources for businesses across the Upstate
March 31, 2026
Stokes & Company, CPAs announced that the firm has been accepted as a member of CPAmerica, one of the nation’s leading associations of independent CPA firms. This partnership connects Stokes…
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Nature meets prosperity: South Carolina unveils Black River State Park
March 26, 2026
South Carolina’s 50th State Park promises to be a shining example of how conservation and economic prosperity can coexist, reconnecting people to nature and each other. Today, the South Carolina…
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Jorge Gomez joins Coldwell Banker Caine in Greenville
March 25, 2026
Coldwell Banker Caine is proud to welcome Jorge Gomez as a Realtor® in its Greenville office. A U.S. Air Force veteran with a background in aerospace leadership, Gomez brings professionalism,…
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HTC holds ribbon cutting ceremony for newly renovated Georgetown office
March 25, 2026
Cooperative Ready to Welcome Members, Community to Renovated Space HTC, the largest telecommunications cooperative in the United States, recently held a ribbon cutting ceremony for its newly renovated Georgetown retail…
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The Artist across the Road: Mike Strantz at True Blue and Caledonia
March 24, 2026
Long before Mike Strantz became a cult hero in golf architecture circles, he was walking sandy ground in Pawleys Island with a paint gun, a handful of flags, and a…
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Jennifer Elgin joins Coldwell Banker Caine in Anderson
March 24, 2026
Coldwell Banker Caine welcomed Jennifer Elgin as a real estate agent in its Anderson office. With 18 years of experience and lifelong roots in the Upstate, Elgin is known for…
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GreenSite Consulting partners with SCMEP to help South Carolina manufacturers reduce waste costs
March 23, 2026
GreenSite Consulting, powered by Mumford Industries, has partnered with the South Carolina Manufacturing Extension Partnership (SCMEP) to help manufacturers across the state reduce waste-related costs and improve operational efficiency. The…
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Reels Reels brings new films and sessions to Greenville this week
March 22, 2026
With 85 amazing independent films being show over three days in fantastic downtown setting, what more could film fans wants? How about a series of free educational sessions that take…
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Shrimp & Grits cook-off to anchor Georgetown County Business Expo
March 15, 2026
The Georgetown County Chamber of Commerce will host its annual Business and Community Expo on March 24, 2026, blending local commerce with a culinary competition and a nod to American…
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Hammock Coast golf shines in USA Today/10 Best contests
March 13, 2026
By Clayton Stairs, Tourism Manager for the Georgetown County Chamber of Commerce and South Carolina’s Hammock Coast Golf on South Carolina’s Hammock Coast’s is once again garnering national attention –…
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Flock and Rally receives five American Advertising Awards
March 10, 2026Flock and Rally, a women-owned and led integrated marketing and communications agency based in Columbia, South Carolina, was honored with five ADDY Awards from the American Advertising Federation (AAF Midlands)…
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Blue Granite Water Company hosted customers at drop-in event at Lexington Tennis Complex
March 9, 2026
Blue Granite Water Company hosted a customer drop-in at the Lexington Tennis Complex on March 4. The first of these events this year, customer drop-ins provide an excellent opportunity for…
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Wingard’s Market announces dates for annual Spring Fling
March 4, 2026
Wingard’s Market, invites the community to celebrate the arrival of spring at its highly anticipated Spring Fling 2026, taking place Friday, March 13 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and…
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Rebekah Cribb joins Coldwell Banker Caine in Spartanburg
March 3, 2026
Coldwell Banker Caine welcomed Rebekah Cribb to its Spartanburg office. Cribb brings a thoughtful, people-first approach shaped by experience in hospitality, event planning, and client care—guiding individuals and families through…
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Manufacturing Madness Returns to the Upstate
March 1, 2026
South Carolina’s annual Manufacturing Madness competition is back, and this year the public once again has the chance to help decide which company comes out on top. The statewide initiative…
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Coldwell Banker Caine adds three new agents in Greenville
February 25, 2026
Coldwell Banker Caine welcomed Genine Baldassarra, Estefania Leyva, and Braxton Ricker as real estate agents in its Greenville office. Genine Baldassarra brings a relationship-driven approach rooted in trust, transparency, and…
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Greenville Convention Center names Scott Davis, Dee Dee Holden and Steve Moran to key leadership positions
February 25, 2026
Greenville Convention Center announced the promotion of three valued team members to leadership positions, recognizing their dedication, expertise, and contributions to the organization’s continued success. Scott Davis has been promoted…
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Town of Irmo helps launch fundraising campaign for Crossbuck Play Space at Rawls Creek Park
February 23, 2026
The Town of Irmo is proud to announce the launch of a community-wide fundraising campaign to support the development of Crossbuck Play Space at Rawls Creek Park, an All-Inclusive Play…
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SC State University Research Facility coming to Cayce
February 23, 2026The City of Cayce announced that South Carolina State University is expanding its footprint in the Midlands with the development of a new 42,000-square-foot Research & Extension campus in the…
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South Carolina Pediatric Alliance sponsors the 2026 Carolina Sunshine Wishing Well Gala to bring joy and hope to children facing life-threatening illnesses
February 23, 2026
The South Carolina Pediatric Alliance (SCPA) announced its role as a sponsor of the 2026 Wishing Well Gala, hosted by Carolina Sunshine for Children in an Evening of Hope, Heart,…
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Wingard’s Market nominated in USA TODAY’S Readers’ Choice Awards for Best Plant Nursery
February 19, 2026
Popular Midlands gardening center & nursery, Wingard’s Market announced it has been nominated for the USA TODAY 10BEST Readers’ Choice Awards in the category of Best Plant Nursery, a national…
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A Measured Start: Mayor’s Forum focuses on real issues facing Georgetown
February 18, 2026
By Karen Owens, Publisher For residents looking for high drama or theatrics at the Winyah Auditorium last Thursday, the inaugural Mayor’s Forum did not live up to that threshold, which…
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Georgetown Business Association presents donation to local charity The Village Group
February 18, 2026
The Georgetown Business Association presented a $3,000 check to The Village Group during its recent monthly meeting held at The George Hotel. The local charity was selected to be this…
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The Bridal Loft to host exclusive trunk show for Kelly Faetanini’s 2026 Resonance Collection
February 15, 2026
The Bridal Loft, Greenville’s designer-forward luxury bridal boutique, announced an exclusive trunk show featuring the 2026 Resonance Collection by renowned designer Kelly Faetanini. The trunk show will take place February…
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Savor the Flavor: Restaurant Week comes to historic Georgetown!
February 11, 2026
Get ready to treat your taste buds! The Georgetown Business Association is officially rolling out the red carpet for Restaurant Week, and you’re invited to experience the very best of…
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Alicia Avila joins Coldwell Banker Caine in Greenville
February 3, 2026
Coldwell Banker Caine welcomed Alicia Avila as a Realtor® in its Greenville office. Since entering real estate in December 2020, Avila has guided clients through more than $40 million in…
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Getting a pulse on Front Street
February 2, 2026
By Karen Owens, Publisher In recent weeks, there has been a flurry of Georgetown business closures announced on Facebook. As perplexing as it might seem, what might be more interesting…
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HTC completes Georgetown office renovations, prepares for reopening on February 4
February 2, 2026
Cooperative Ready to Welcome Members, Community to Renovated Space HTC, the largest telecommunications cooperative in the United States, is nearing completion of renovations at its Georgetown retail office, marking an…
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Rebecca Kincaid of Kincaid Retirement & Wealth Management inducted into Advisors Excel Hall of Fame
January 30, 2026
Rebecca Kincaid, Founder and CEO of Kincaid Retirement & Wealth Management, has been inducted into the Advisors Excel Hall of Fame, a prestigious honor recognizing top-performing financial professionals within the…
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Santee Electric Cooperative announces scholarship opportunities for local high school students
January 26, 2026
Santee Electric Cooperative (SEC) continues its tradition of supporting the communities it serves by offering a variety of scholarship programs to area high school students. With the application period for…
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Georgetown County Legislative Breakfast highlights smart growth and infrastructure priorities
January 26, 2026
More than 250 business leaders, community members, and elected officials gathered at Pawleys Plantation for the Georgetown County Chamber of Commerce’s 2026 Legislative Breakfast. The annual event featured a candid,…
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Chris Shelnut joins Coldwell Banker Caine in Greenville
January 22, 2026
Coldwell Banker Caine welcomed Chris Shelnut as a real estate agent in its Greenville office. With more than 10 years of real estate experience and 20 years in hospitality and…
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Harbor Entrepreneur Center names 2026 board of directors
January 22, 2026
The Harbor Entrepreneur Center (HEC), a nonprofit innovation hub supporting more than 100 businesses across the Lowcountry, announces its 2026 board of directors. The appointment aligns with the HEC’s mission…
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HTC is committed to keeping families connected during and after inclement weather
January 21, 2026
HTC is prepared for the impacts from the impending severe winter weather and ready to respond, should outages occur due to it. HTC is taking necessary measures to prepare for…
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