Moore & Van Allen earns 24 Charleston metropolitan rankings in 2027 edition of Best Law Firms®
November 5, 2026
Moore & Van Allen PLLC (MVA) announced that the firm’s Charleston office earned 24 metropolitan rankings in the 2027 edition of Best Law Firms®. The firm also earned 10 national…
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South Carolina State Museum celebrates 38 years of discovery and looks ahead to ‘Make Way for MORE’ expansion
November 4, 2026
As the South Carolina State Museum celebrates 38 years as the state’s primary cultural storyteller, leadership is preparing for a monumental new chapter: an ambitious, multi-phase revitalization designed to reshape…
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KDS Caine adds three to property management team
November 3, 2026
KDS Caine has added Nate Coggin as Property Operations Associate, Jessica Cormier as Property Manager and Kade Wilson as Maintenance Technician to its property management team. The additions strengthen the…
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Between the slices: celebrating national sandwich day with Our own backyard legend
November 2, 2026
By Barbara LeForge, Golden Strip News Editor Every November 3, lunch boxes, deli counters, and kitchen islands across the country honor one of humanity’s greatest culinary inventions: National Sandwich Day.…
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Italian American Festival of the Upstate Returns to Fountain Inn for 5th Annual Celebration in October 2027
November 2, 2026
Following an extended hiatus, one of the Upstate’s premier cultural food and heritage celebrations is officially making its comeback. Organizers of the Italian American Festival of the Upstate have announced…
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City of Mauldin completes major $4 million sewer rehabilitation project
November 2, 2026
While daily commutes and neighborhood routines carried on uninterrupted above ground, city utility teams and specialized contractors were busy completing a massive infrastructure renewal beneath the streets of Mauldin. The…
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Five Years of Healing: South Carolina Addiction Treatment Celebrates Milestone with Ribbon Cutting
November 2, 2026
A vital local healthcare facility dedicated to helping individuals break the cycle of substance use is marking half a decade of service in the Upstate. South Carolina Addiction Treatment (SCAT)…
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Not Sauer anymore: Duke’s Mayo parent company rebrands in honor of Upstate-born condiment icon
November 2, 2026
Nearly a century after Richmond-based C.F. Sauer Co. acquired a homegrown mayonnaise recipe whipped up by a Greenville entrepreneur, the food giant has made a historic move: it has officially…
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Ava Randall joins Coldwell Banker Caine in Greenville
October 29, 2026
Coldwell Banker Caine welcomed Ava Randall as a real estate agent in its Greenville office. An Upstate native who currently serves as Miss Golden Strip, Randall brings experience in new…
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Public shares priorities at Port Master Plan listening session
October 29, 2026
By Karen Owens Publisher About 75 people attended an Oct. 22 listening session at the Howard Center Auditorium to hear from Georgetown County officials and representatives of Seamon Whiteside, the…
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Coldwell Banker Caine adds two new agents in Spartanburg
October 28, 2026
Coldwell Banker Caine welcomed Michael Beckerman and Melissa Flom as real estate agents in its Spartanburg office. Michael Beckerman brings more than seven years of real estate experience and a…
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New study identifies life sciences manufacturing opportunities in central South Carolina
October 28, 2026
A new study commissioned by the Central SC Alliance (CSCA) identifies advanced manufacturing and supply chain development as Central South Carolina’s strongest near-term opportunities for attracting life sciences investment. The…
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Greenville Area Development Corporation names Medals of America, Paper Cutters 2026 Manufacturers of the Year
October 28, 2026
The Greenville Area Development Corporation (GADC), named Medals of America and Paper Cutters Inc. the recipients of the 2026 Greenville County Manufacturer of the Year Award at its Industry Appreciation…
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Handcrafted for the holidays: local artisan Pam Olson Driggers launches custom greeting card line
October 27, 2026
As the holiday season approaches and calendars fill with milestone celebrations, local artisan Pam Olson Driggers is offering area residents a personal alternative to mass-produced stationery by launching a seasonal…
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South Carolina Forestry Commission opens 2026 Volunteer Fire Assistance grants with new digital application
October 26, 2026
Volunteer fire departments across South Carolina will soon have access to vital grant funding to upgrade firefighting equipment, boost wildland response capabilities, and protect rural communities. The South Carolina Forestry…
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Union Pacific–Norfolk Southern merger advances through federal review
October 25, 2026
The proposed merger between Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern continues to advance through federal regulatory review, marking a significant development for the nation’s freight transportation industry and businesses across South…
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HGTC Welding students explore manufacturing careers through local industry tours
October 19, 2026
Approximately 40 Horry-Georgetown Technical College (HGTC) Welding students gained firsthand insight into local manufacturing careers during industry tours at Envirosep and SixAxis in Georgetown County on Friday, Oct. 16, as…
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SC250 provides research funding for online travel guide
October 14, 2026
The $60,000 grant helps pay for Phase I of CadenceSC.org, the rhythm and legacy of Black South Carolinians of the Revolutionary War The WeGOJA Foundation has received a $60,000 grant…
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HGTC Welding students to explore local manufacturing careers during Manufacturing Month
October 9, 2026
Horry-Georgetown Technical College (HGTC), in partnership with the South Carolina Department of Employment and Workforce (SCDEW) and Waccamaw Regional Council of Governments (WRCOG), will give approximately 60 HGTC Welding students…
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Lexington County Fire Services & Lexington County EMS to officially dedicate new Jeffrey V. Chavis Fire & EMS Station
September 30, 2026
Lexington County Fire Services and Lexington County EMS will host a dedication ceremony and open house for the new Jeffrey V. Chavis Fire & EMS Station #34 on Saturday, October…
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Georgetown’s waterfront redevelopment is stalled. The cost of inaction is growing.
September 28, 2026
The breakdown of a major brownfield redevelopment underscores what Georgetown stands to lose—and what public officials, property owners and developers must do to restore momentum. By Karen Owens Publisher Hundreds…
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Sen. Tim Scott co-sponsors bipartisan bill to boost U.S. film industry, highlighting South Carolina’s economic impact
September 28, 2026
U.S. Sen. Tim Scott (R-S.C.) introduced bipartisan legislation Thursday aimed at revitalizing domestic film and television production and bringing entertainment industry jobs back to the United States—a move with significant…
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Al Haggerty joins Coldwell Banker Caine in Spartanburg
September 24, 2026
Coldwell Banker Caine welcomed Al Haggerty as a real estate agent in its Spartanburg office. A Spartanburg native with six years of real estate experience, Haggerty pairs lifelong local knowledge…
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South Greenville fair returns this weekend in memory of community leader Rodger Terry
September 13, 2026
The 69th Annual South Greenville Fair returns to downtown Simpsonville on Friday, Sept. 18, and Saturday, Sept. 19, bringing livestock rings, homegrown agriculture, and family fellowship back to the grounds…
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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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Shelice Jenkins joins Coldwell Banker Caine in Greenville
September 10, 2026
Coldwell Banker Caine welcomed Shelice Jenkins as a Realtor® in its Greenville office. A Greenville native, Jenkins brings experience spanning entrepreneurship, nonprofit leadership, operations and family support to her work…
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Fountain Inn City Council to consider stricter sidewalk and outdoor dining regulations
September 7, 2026
Downtown business owners operating outdoor dining setups, sidewalk signs, or merchandise displays could soon see substantial regulatory updates and swift new enforcement measures, as Fountain Inn City Council prepares for…
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State of Our Community highlights shared priorities and progress across Georgetown County
September 2, 2026
By Karen Owens Publisher Members of the business community filled Winyah Auditorium this week to hear local leaders share a forward-looking conversation about the challenges, opportunities, and shared priorities shaping…
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Coldwell Banker Caine adds two new agents in Greenville
September 1, 2026
Coldwell Banker Caine welcomed Marie Dispoto and Kimi Lyon as real estate agents in its Greenville office. Marie Dispoto brings more than a decade of real estate experience, along with…
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JumboMax Golf Grips selects JDPR as public relations agency-of-record
August 31, 2026
Independent strategic communications agency expands golf brand portfolio with JumboMax partnership. JumboMax Golf Grips, the industry leader in golf grip innovation, has named independent strategic communications agency JDPR as its…
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Joe Copley joins Coldwell Banker Caine in Spartanburg
August 27, 2026
Coldwell Banker Caine welcomed Joe Copley as a real estate agent in its Spartanburg office. A Spartanburg native who now calls Union home, Copley brings a distinctive background spanning technology,…
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G3 Wealth Advisors announces that Drew Stevens has again been recognized on the 2026 Forbes | SHOOK “Best-in-State” lists
August 26, 2026
G3 Wealth Advisors announced that Drew Stevens has again been recognized on the 2026 Forbes | SHOOK “Best-in-State” lists. Specifically, the “Next-Generation Wealth Advisors” list, the “Best-in-State Financial Security Professionals”…
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Mathnasium of Lexington celebrates grand opening of new location and next chapter for local families
August 26, 2026
Mathnasium of Lexington recently celebrated the grand opening of its new location at 930 North Lake Drive in Lexington, bringing families, community members and supporters together to celebrate the center’s…
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15 attorneys from Moore & Van Allen’s Charleston office recognized in 2027 Best Lawyers Publications
August 24, 2026
Moore & Van Allen PLLC (MVA) announced that the 2027 edition of The Best Lawyers in America® recognizes 13 Charleston office attorneys, two of whom have been awarded a Best…
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Congaree Land Trust welcomes two new members to board of directors
August 20, 2026Congaree Land Trust (CLT) welcomed two new members to its board of directors: Margaret Ellen Pender and Warren Duncan. Both join the board with a shared love of the outdoors…
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Betty’s Beach Chairs launches on Folly Beach
August 18, 2026
Bringing Effortless Beach Days to the Sand There’s a new girl on Folly, and she’s making beach days a whole lot easier. Betty’s Beach Chairs, a new beach chair and…
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Richard Layman honored with prestigious Governor’s Award in the Humanities
August 12, 2026
South Carolina Humanities Recognizes Layman Publishing Leader in Company’s 50th Year Richard Layman of Layman Publishing Partners was announced as a recipient of the Governor’s Award in the Humanities at…
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April Johnson joins Coldwell Banker Caine in Greenville
August 11, 2026
Coldwell Banker Caine welcomed April Johnson as a real estate agent in its Greenville office. A Greenville native and relocation specialist, Johnson serves buyers, sellers and investors across the Upstate…
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Meta launches $1 billion community investment fund as investments grow in South Carolina
August 11, 2026
Meta is expanding its commitment to the communities where it operates with the launch of a new $1 billion fund aimed at supporting schools, first responders, infrastructure and other locally…
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Air Compressor Services ranks No. 2,575 on the 2026 Inc. 5000, marking its fifth consecutive appearance
August 11, 2026
ACS recognized for 126% three-year revenue growth, earning a place among America’s fastest-growing private companies for the fifth straight year Air Compressor Services today announced that it has been ranked…
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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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Mary Black Foundation awards $6 million to Vital Spartanburg
August 10, 2026
The Mary Black Foundation has made a $6 million investment into a new initiative, a community-wide action plan for mental and behavioral health. Vital Spartanburg aims to address the mental…
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SCDNR and SCETV launch new conservation storytelling initiative with premiere of Into the Wild
August 10, 2026
The South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR) has launched a new multimedia partnership with South Carolina ETV and Public Radio (SCETV) to highlight the people, places, and conservation efforts…
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Greenville Symphony single tickets now on sale for 2026-2027 “Common Ground” season
August 7, 2026
Single tickets are now on sale for the Greenville Symphony’s 2026-2027 “Common Ground” season. Tickets became available at 10:00 a.m. today for the Symphony’s Peace Concert Hall and Gunter Theatre…
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KDS Caine welcomes Luke Jameson as commercial real estate advisor
August 5, 2026
KDS Caine has expanded its commercial real estate advisory team with the addition of Luke Jameson, a Clemson University graduate whose background bridges construction management and real estate development. As…
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JDPR announces three new Summer 2026 EMAP interns and the return of former cohort member
August 5, 2026Leading strategic marketing-communications agency JDPR welcomed their newest cohort of Executive Management Assistance Program (EMAP) interns to the team, as well as extend a warm welcome back to a former…
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Fountain Inn Chamber Members Take Home “Best of the Upstate” Honors
July 29, 2026
Local business leaders and community members gathered this week as the Fountain Inn Chamber of Commerce and local municipal leaders celebrated an impressive showing across our corner of Greenville County…
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Mathnasium of Lexington announces new ownership, new location, and grand opening celebration
July 29, 2026
Longstanding Lexington math learning center begins new chapter with continued commitment to student confidence and success. Mathnasium of Lexington is entering an exciting new chapter with a transition in ownership,…
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Central Carolina Community Foundation welcomes six additional leaders to Board of Trustees
July 22, 2026
Central Carolina Community Foundation welcomes six new members to its Board of Trustees for Fiscal Year 2027. Representing education, business, healthcare, finance, and philanthropy, these respected community leaders will help…
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Hadwin-White Subaru delivers blankets, care kits to patients undergoing cancer treatment at Tidelands Health
July 22, 2026
Patients receiving cancer treatment at Tidelands Health this month will receive an extra measure of comfort and encouragement, thanks to a donation from Hadwin-White Subaru Hadwin-White Subaru, in partnership with…
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