Greenville Symphony announces new musician appointments following national auditions
September 8, 2026
The Greenville Symphony Orchestra is welcoming eight musician appointments to its roster following a competitive national audition process that drew 68 musicians from across the country. Held over four days…
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United Way of Greenville County selects JDPR as Agency-of-Record
September 8, 2026
JDPR announced its partnership with United Way of Greenville County, a Greenville nonprofit organization working to strengthen the systems families rely on to build stability and increase opportunity. Through this…
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Popular Tuesdays With series to kick off Sept. 15 at Georgetown Library
September 8, 2026
The Friends of the Georgetown Library (FOGL) has announced the return of its popular “Tuesdays With…” Speaker Series for the 2026–2027 season, featuring a broad range of topics focused on…
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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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Help clear South Carolina’s waterways: A call for visionary donors
September 7, 2026
South Carolina’s coastal waters and pristine marshlands face a critical challenge: accumulating marine debris and heavy wreckage that threaten local ecosystems and wildlife. While community volunteer efforts make a meaningful…
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Carolina Kids Afterschool Program has openings for eligible elementary students in Pawleys Island
September 7, 2026
Families in the Pawleys Island area who need safe, affordable afterschool support for young children still have an opportunity to enroll. While Carolina Kids Afterschool Program sites serving intermediate and…
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A Conversation with Sarah Wilson with Black River Cypress Preserve
September 7, 2026
By Karen Owens Publisher I continue to marvel at the growing number of opportunities to enjoy the outdoors throughout Georgetown County. This week, I had the good fortune to meet…
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Miracle Hill thrift stores turn Golden Strip donations into shelter and second chances
September 7, 2026
For shoppers in Mauldin and Simpsonville, a rack of gently used jeans or a donated dining table represents more than a bargain. It represents a bed, a hot meal or…
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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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Mark your calendars for maritime fun as community preps for 37th Annual Wooden Boat Show
September 7, 2026
As the calendar flips to September, the hope for cooler temperatures and continued outdoor fun prevails in our historic port city. It’s also a reminder that Georgetown’s premier event, the…
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GFWC Golden Strip Club resumes monthly meetings at new Simpsonville location
September 7, 2026
Following a summer hiatus, the GFWC Golden Strip Club will resume its regular monthly gatherings with a brand-new schedule and meeting location. The club’s September meeting is set for Wednesday,…
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Nashville’s premier songwriters headed to Georgetown’s Kaminski House for benefit concert
September 4, 2026
Music lovers in Georgetown will have a unique opportunity to experience the heart of Music City next week when the Healthy Learners Nashville Songwriters in the Round concert series comes…
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Community support needed: Georgetown Family YMCA launches September school supply drive
September 4, 2026
The Georgetown Family YMCA Youth Development Team has officially kicked off its “Supplies for Success” September School Supply Drive, running through September 25th, to equip local students with essential tools…
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Clarendon County nonprofit receives $30,000 grant from Power:Ed to support virtual reality career exploration for youth and adults
September 3, 2026
BRAVO Education Foundation of Clarendon County (BRAVO), has been awarded a $30,000 grant from SC Student Loan Corporation through its philanthropy, Power:Ed, to launch “Empowering Clarendon”, a program that integrates…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Nick Osborne, Lowcountry Food Bank
September 3, 2026
The LowcountryBizSC, Entrepreneur Minute is an interview in support of the impact that entrepreneurs have on our communities. We will be highlighting diverse group of entrepreneurs, including some incredible innovators…
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Habitat for Humanity of Greenville County welcomes five new Board Members
September 3, 2026
Habitat for Humanity of Greenville County announces five new members joining its Board of Directors for fiscal year 2027: Ken Cummings, Ken Gibson, Glenda Morrison-Fair, John Natale and Sima Patel.…
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ECCO announces Stephanie M. Kelley Legacy Fund to honor former director’s impact and leadership
September 2, 2026
East Cooper Community Outreach (ECCO) announced the establishment of the Stephanie M. Kelley Legacy Fund, created to honor former Executive Director Stephanie Kelley’s nine years of extraordinary leadership, vision and…
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Historian to present book on 1947 Willie Earle lynching in Pawleys Island
September 2, 2026
Author Dr. William B. Gravely will return to his home state on Saturday, Oct. 10, to discuss his book about Willie Earle, the victim of South Carolina’s last recorded lynching.…
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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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South Carolina Environmental Law Project welcomes Kali Gasque as new Communications Associate
September 1, 2026
The South Carolina Environmental Law Project (SCELP) has expanded its team with the addition of Kali Gasque as Communications Associate. Gasque brings a background in environmental advocacy and strategic storytelling…
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Brookgreen Gardens to host ninth annual Gullah Geechee Junkanoo Festival
September 1, 2026
Brookgreen Gardens(opens in new tab) will celebrate West African, Caribbean, and Gullah Geechee culture during its 9th annual Gullah Geechee Junkanoo Festival on Saturday, September 12, 2026, from 10:00 am…
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Celebrate history and freedom at Brookgreen Gardens’ Constitution Day celebration
September 1, 2026
This September, step back into American history at Brookgreen Gardens(opens in new tab) for a full day of historical performances, educational activities, and patriotic tradition during the annual Constitution Day…
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Christ City of Refuge is helping South Carolinians start again
September 1, 2026
For someone trying to rebuild their life after homelessness, addiction, or incarceration, a second chance can depend on things many of us take for granted. A safe place to sleep.…
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NorthMark Compute and Cloud launches charitable giving arm
September 1, 2026
New charitable giving arm will support STEM education, workforce development, public safety and resource stewardship across Spartanburg NorthMark Compute & Cloud (NMC2) announced the launch of the NMC2 charitable giving…
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Windwood Family Services announces Tosha Connors as new Chief Executive Officer
August 31, 2026
Windwood Family Services announced Tosha Connors as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective Connors succeeds Debbie McElvey, who served as Windwood’s CEO for over 28 years. The appointment marks a…
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Homes of Hope takes a swing at South Carolina’s growing affordable housing need
August 31, 2026
For economically disadvantaged families, the cost of housing can determine what is left for groceries, transportation, childcare, healthcare, savings and other necessities. As demand for affordable housing continues to grow,…
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Veterinary Technician
August 31, 2026
Calling all Veterinary Technicians! Are you looking for a meaningful job where you can truly make a difference in the lives of animals every day? Saint Frances Animal Center is…
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Saint Frances Animal Center named Grand Marshal for 2026 Georgetown Christmas parade
August 31, 2026
The Georgetown Business Association (GBA) announced that it has selected Saint Frances Animal Center to serve as the Grand Marshal for this year’s Christmas Parade in Georgetown. The parade will…
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18th Annual Guns & Hoses Charity Softball Tournament returns to Pelicans Ballpark
August 31, 2026
Local emergency responders are trading their sirens for softball bats as the 18th Annual Guns & Hoses Charity Softball Tournament returns to Pelicans Ballpark in Myrtle Beach on Saturday, September…
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Run Like a Mann 5K returns Oct. 10 to support Laurens County cancer patients
August 31, 2026
The Laurens County Cancer Association will hold its 16th annual Run Like a Mann 5K Run and Walk on Saturday, Oct. 10, 2026, at the association’s office at 1337 Medical…
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Happening This Weekend: JB’s Lowcountry Music Festival brings homegrown talent to Pawleys Island
August 31, 2026
Get ready for an unforgettable day of live music, Lowcountry flavor, and hometown pride as JB’s Lowcountry Music Festival takes over Pawleys Island on Saturday, September 5, from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.…
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Friendship Place appeals to community to help stock hygiene bags
August 28, 2026
Friendship Place, Inc.(opens in new tab) is calling on community members to help support neighbors and local families facing financial hardship as the demand for monthly hygiene essential bags continues…
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Richland Library Friends and Foundation names 2026–27 Ethel Bolden Minority Fellows
August 27, 2026
The Richland Library Friends and Foundation announced Afnan Hakami and Kimberly Jones as the 2026-27 Ethel Bolden Minority Fellows. Each fellow will complete a semester-long project supporting the work of…
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Harvest Hope names Sy Hughes as CEO
August 27, 2026
The Harvest Hope Food Bank Board of Directors announced today that Sy Hughes has been named Chief Executive Officer, following his service as Interim CEO since January 2026. Hughes joined…
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Spartanburg Science Center welcomes new Executive Director
August 27, 2026
The Spartanburg Science Center (SSC) announced Amanda Richardson as its new Executive Director, effective July 20, 2026. Richardson steps into the role as SSC gears up for one of its…
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Saint Frances Animal Center partners with On The Half Shell for community adoption event
August 26, 2026
Saint Frances Animal Center is teaming up with On The Half Shell restaurant for a special adoption and fundraising event on Sunday, September 6, from 12:00 to 5:00 pm. Community…
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Osprey Village breaks ground on new era in independent living for Individuals with intellectual disabilities
August 26, 2026
Community leaders and public officials from Beaufort and Jasper counties joined families and residents on Aug 13 for a groundbreaking ceremony for Osprey Village(opens in new tab), a new 25-acre…
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Greenville Symphony expands marketing team with two new hires
August 26, 2026
The Greenville Symphony Orchestra has expanded its marketing team, welcoming Caitlin Lingle as Director of Marketing & Audience Engagement and Danielle Parks as Marketing & Digital Content Associate. Together, Lingle…
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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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Low Country Herb Society announces September meeting featuring “The Bee Preacher” Tom Francis
August 25, 2026
The Low Country Herb Society will open its 2026–2027 season with a September meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 8, at 9:15 a.m. at the Waccamaw Library. The program will feature guest…
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Murrells Inlet 2020 announces annual Fall Haul Community Clean Up on September 19
August 25, 2026
Murrells Inlet 2020 will host its annual Fall Haul Community Clean Up on Saturday, September 19, in conjunction with World Cleanup Day. This cleanup event will begin at 9 am…
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South Carolina leaders to address state’s mental health challenges at NAMI South Carolina State Mental Health Conference
August 25, 2026
As South Carolina continues to face significant challenges in access to mental health care, state legislators, community leaders and national mental health advocates will gather in Columbia next week to…
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Stockings for US veteran seniors
August 25, 2026
This December, The Salvation Army of the Midlands is hand-packing a Christmas stocking care package for every resident of the South Carolina State Veterans Nursing Home in Richland County. These…
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LRADAC and Taylor Watford Foundation invite community to honor lives lost during “Release Stigma, Spread Hope” in honor of National Overdose Awareness Day
August 25, 2026
On Sunday, August 30, LRADAC and the Taylor Watford Foundation invite the community to come together for Release Stigma, Spread Hope, a special National Overdose Awareness Day event dedicated to…
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The Village Group receives a $45,000 grant from Power:Ed
August 24, 2026
Plantersville Summer Academy to use grant to curb summer learning loss, boost social-emotional support for rural youth The Village Group, a nonprofit located in rural Georgetown County, working to equip youth with the…
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We Are Sharing Hope SC hosts 5th Annual Community Health Fair featuring NASCAR driver Joey Gase
August 24, 2026
Free community event held in recognition of National Multicultural Donor Awareness Month We Are Sharing Hope SC (SHSC) hosted its 5th Annual Community Health Fair recently, bringing together residents to…
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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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Mission Lexington selects Fitts & Goodwin to build new campus
August 24, 2026
Mission Lexington announced the selection of Fitts & Goodwin, Inc. as general contractor and McMillan Pazdan Smith Architecture as architect for its highly anticipated new campus on North Lake Drive…
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27 nonprofit leaders named to 2026 Carolina Leadership Seminars class
August 24, 2026
Together SC program equips emerging executive directors with practical leadership skills, trusted peer support, and a statewide network to strengthen their organizations and communities. Together SC announced the 27 nonprofit…
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Osprey Village Breaks Ground on New Era in Independent Living for Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities
August 23, 2026
Community leaders and public officials from Beaufort and Jasper counties joined families and residents on Aug 13 for a groundbreaking ceremony for Osprey Village, a new 25-acre residential community located…
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