Richland Library continues monthly Let’s Talk Race discussion – September 10
September 8, 2020
Richland Library is tackling a variety of topics through the lens of diversity, equity and inclusion. Join us for another virtual Let’s Talk Race discussion from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.,…
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Home Works of America
September 4, 2020
Home Works is a Christ-centered nonprofit organization providing home repair services to low-income homeowners while mentoring & discipling youth in the process. We have served the citizens of South Carolina,…
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United Way of the Piedmont’s annual leaders event highlights partnership and leadership during times of change
September 4, 2020
United Way of the Piedmont held its annual Corporate & Community Leaders event virtually on Wednesday. Over 100 leaders across Spartanburg, Cherokee, and Union counties convened online to hear from…
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Dog recovering after owner tragically killed in bike accident
September 3, 2020
Ava suffered head trauma, lacerations and a broken jaw and is in guarded condition at Charleston Animal Society. In a tragic accident August 31st, a man who was bicycling from…
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LRADAC Foundation announces board expansion and welcomes new members during recovery month
September 3, 2020
The LRADAC Foundation, the philanthropic arm of LRADAC, announces an expansion of its current board and welcomes seven new board members who will serve a three-year term. Over the course…
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South Carolina Aquarium transfers rare sea turtle hatchling to Wild Dunes Resort
September 3, 2020The South Carolina Aquarium Sea Turtle Care Center™ recently transported a rare, never-before-seen species of hatchling back to the coast. Now on display at Wild Dunes Resort, this gigantic, 5-foot-tall…
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OneMil.org
September 3, 2020
The Founder of OneMil.org, Ted O’Neill, is committed to taking 1 MILLION steps in the month of September 2020 in an effort to raise $1 million for Pancreatic Cancer. He’s…
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Communities In Schools of the Midlands
September 2, 2020
Communities In Schools of the Midlands is a part of the nation’s largest and most effective dropout prevention organization, dedicated to doing whatever it takes to help students succeed in…
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Ted O’Neill embarks on 1 million steps to raise $1 million for pancreatic cancer research
September 2, 2020
Did you know that Pancreatic Cancer is the deadliest, but least funded cancer worldwide? It has taken icons like Steve Jobs and Patrick Swayze, and host Alex Trebek is currently battling (and winning)…
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Non Profit Minute – Gail Wilson, City Year Columbia
September 2, 2020
The Who’s on the Move, Non Profit Minute is a quick, two-minute interview in support of the amazing impact that local non profits have on our communities. We would like…
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Colonial Life and Communities in Schools partner to launch workforce readiness initiatives
September 2, 2020
Employee benefits provider Colonial Life, will partner with Communities In Schools of the Midlands (CISM) to promote workforce readiness for high school students in Richland County. Colonial Life awarded the…
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South Carolina Public Radio announces schedule updates
September 2, 2020
Three programs leaving lineup; two new programs to be introduced SC Public Radio (SCPR) has announced plans to update its schedule. Due to limitations caused by the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic,…
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Deputy Roger Rice Ride-On Fund
September 2, 2020
The Deputy Roger Rice Ride-On Fund is a 501(c)(3) non profit organization that actively supports first responders along with their families during their time of need. This fund helps when…
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4-H School Enrichment Programs
September 2, 2020
While delivery methods are changing due to COVID-19 guidelines and protocols, 4-H school enrichment programs are still available to our teachers! These programs are available to grades K-12 in all…
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Laurens County 4-Her Wins SC 4-H Small Garden Project
September 2, 2020
The SC 4-H Small Garden Project is a hands-on project that allows youth to set goals and plan activities and strategies to achieve those outcomes, even in the face of…
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Rawle Murdy partners with Turning Leaf to keep men out of prison
September 1, 2020
Rawle Murdy is thrilled to announce its new partnership with Turning Leaf, a 501(c)(3) organization that exists to keep men out of prison. Each year more than $80 billion in…
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Rebuild Upstate offers free, virtual awareness event Wake Up with Rebuild
September 1, 2020
On September 17th, join Rebuild Upstate for a free, informational virtual event before jumping into the daily grind. Wake Up with Rebuild is a virtual awareness event hosted by home…
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Greenville County and Greenville County Redevelopment Authority announce food and nutritional, medical, and small business assistance
September 1, 2020
As a part of the Federal CARES Act, communities around the County received federal funds to assist residents to prevent, prepare for and respond to the Coronavirus Pandemic (COVID-19). Greenville…
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Laurens County Museum Hires Project Manager/Interim Director
August 31, 2020
The Laurens County Museum is pleased to announce the hire of Laura Clifford Cook as the project manager and interim director. Cook has been volunteering with the museum since February…
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LRADAC recognizes Recovery Month with “30 Days … 30 Ways to Rock for Recovery”
August 31, 2020
Columbia, SC – LRADAC, the Midlands’ designated authority to address substance misuse issues for Lexington and Richland Counties, is proud to recognize Recovery Month 2020 with a month-long virtual event…
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South Carolina ETV digital series ‘Backroad Bites’ to return with new episodes in September
August 27, 2020
Five-episode second season will spotlight five local eateries across South Carolina South Carolina ETV (SCETV) today announced the premiere of a new season of its digital series, “Backroad Bites.” Featuring…
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Greenville Center for Creative Arts honors Linda Quinn Furman with naming of historic cloth building
August 27, 2020
The Greenville Center for Creative Arts (GCCA) has completed a $1M fundraising campaign to sustain operations and expand its impact—all in the name of a beloved member of the Greenville…
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Join us on Friday, August 28 at 9:00 a.m. for a Fueled by Fresh COVID-19 Relief Drive-Thru Food Distribution
August 27, 2020
UnitedHealthcare donates $95,000 to the Lowcountry Food Bank UnitedHealthcare leaders and volunteers will be on-hand to discuss importance of fighting hunger in the Lowcountry Lowcountry Food BankCOVID-19 Relief Food Distribution…
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MIRCI – Mental Illness Recover Center Inc.
August 27, 2020
The Mental Illness Recovery Center is a full-service 501 (c) 3 nonprofit behavioral healthcare organization established in 1960 whose mission is to create pathways to recovery for individuals who are…
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Agriculture A ‘Growing’ Business for State
August 26, 2020
Agriculture in South Carolina is big business – a $46.2 billion economic impact, 247,000 jobs and over 24,000 farms – but there’s still room to grow (no pun intended). That’s…
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Get personalized reading recommendations through new online service
August 26, 2020
As summer begins to wind down, don’t let your reading list sizzle out. Richland Library now offers an online personalized recommendation service, which can help. To get started, visit us…
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South Carolina Aquarium
August 26, 2020
The South Carolina Aquarium, Charleston’s No. 1 family attraction, features thousands of aquatic animals from river otters and sharks to loggerhead sea turtles and fish in more than 60 exhibits…
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Thornwell’s Farm is Back!
August 26, 2020One of our greatest values is stewarding all that God has entrusted to us—from the Board of Trustees (BOT), our staff, the people we serve, and our treasured alumni, to…
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Senior dogs at Charleston Animal Society fetch grants
August 25, 2020
Grey Muzzle Organization taps Charleston Animal Society to promote senior dog adoptions! Old dogs have something to wag about this summer as The Grey Muzzle Organization announces the recipients of…
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LCSO Annual School Supply Drive – August 28th
August 25, 2020The Laurens County Sheriff’s Office is holding our annual School Supply Drive on Friday, August 28th at the Laurens Chick-fil-A from 9AM to 2PM. All donations will go to local…
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Development Committee
August 25, 2020
Since 2003, the South Carolina Cancer Alliance has been dedicated to the prevention and early detection of cancer, as well as improving the treatment of those affected by this disease.…
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Clinton Family YMCA
August 25, 2020
At the Y, strengthening community is our Cause. We believe that lasting personal and social change can only come about when we work together to invest in our kids, our…
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South Carolina Cancer Alliance seeking development committee candidates
August 25, 2020
Since 2003, the South Carolina Cancer Alliance has been dedicated to the prevention and early detection of cancer, as well as improving the treatment of those affected by this disease.…
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Lifeguard
August 25, 2020
Lifeguards needed at indoor swimming pool. Must be Certified. Variety of times available. Inquire at the front desk of the Clinton YMCA or call 833-1555.
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Grant from Food Lion feeds Charitable Foundation to assist students in need
August 25, 2020
The Lexington County School District One Educational Foundation recently received a generous $1,500 grant from the Food Lion Feeds Charitable Foundation to assist our students in need and their families.…
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South Carolina Cancer Alliance
August 24, 2020
Since 2003, the South Carolina Cancer Alliance has been dedicated to the prevention and early detection of cancer, as well as improving the treatment of those affected by this disease.…
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SC State Fair is Giving Back – October 20-21
August 24, 2020
In an effort to give back to the community in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the nonprofit South Carolina State Fair will host its first-ever free, Drive-Through S.C. State Fair…
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SC State Fair is Giving Back – October 20-21
August 24, 2020
In an effort to give back to the community in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the nonprofit South Carolina State Fair will host its first-ever free, Drive-Through S.C. State Fair…
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Senior Resources to celebrate local seniors in honor of National Senior Citizens Day
August 20, 2020
National Senior Citizens Day will be celebrated nationwide on Friday, August 21. At Senior Resources we will recognize the gifts that seniors bring our community by showering them with notes…
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Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation recognize City Year
August 20, 2020
City Year is being featured in the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation’s annual “Back to School” campaign as one of three grantees – all of which are AmeriCorps programs –…
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Richland Library announces encore viewing of Dr. Ibram X. Kendi program
August 20, 2020
Due to the community’s overwhelming interest surrounding Let’s Talk Race: A Conversation with Dr. Ibram X. Kendi, Richland Library is excited to offer an encore viewing of the online program…
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First Baptist Church Clinton, SC
August 20, 2020Our mission is to love God and extend His love to all people. Join us for worship at 8:30 am for Outdoor Worship or at 11am on Facebook or YouTube…
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Navigating Early Childhood Development via Virtual Learning
August 20, 2020
An essential component of our continuum of care is our unique, full-service Child Development Center (CDC), focused not only on the children who attend but also on their families. Each child’s…
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2020 Upstate International Fall foreign language class registration is open
August 19, 2020
Classes taught online and in-person at Upstate International Register today for Foreign Language classes at Upstate International. There are 12 languages to choose from this Fall and 35 classes: American…
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Spark change, lead an On the Table community conversation Oct. 4-10 with Central Carolina Community Foundation
August 19, 2020
Central Carolina Community Foundation, the Midlands’ center for philanthropy, invites Richland and Lexington County residents to join a community-focused, conversation-based initiative by hosting a virtual or socially distanced gathering during…
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YWCA Greater Charleston’s What Women Bring event goes virtual, opens for registration
August 19, 2020
In May 2018, YWCA Greater Charleston put on its first annual What Women Bring event celebrating women in business, community, and culture across South Carolina. The inaugural event, an awards…
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Clinton Family YMCA CEO Gene Simmons to Retire at End of Year
August 19, 2020
Mr. Gene Simmons, CEO of the Clinton Family YMCA, has announced plans to retire, effective December 31, 2020. He officially informed the Clinton YMCA’s Board of Directors on Thursday evening,…
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Providence Home celebrates new dormitory on N. Main St. with dedication August 25th
August 19, 2020
Providence Home, a transitional ministry for men, is expanding with a new dormitory at 3421 N. Main Street. The 2-story brick building is not only a beautiful addition to an…
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Original Six Foundation announces new programming across the state
August 18, 2020
Partnership with Bojangles, the Carolina Panthers, and the Longleaf Fund Focuses on Early Childhood Literacy The Original Six Foundation (O6 Foundation) announced it will assume leadership of the My First…
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Non Profit Minute – Brandon Worley, Upstate-Carolina Adaptive Golf
August 18, 2020
The Who’s on the Move, Non Profit Minute is a quick, two-minute interview in support of the amazing impact that local non profits have on our communities. We would like…
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