Charleston Animal Society closed until after Hurricane Matthew passes lowcountry: Pet owners urged to make pets part of their emergency evacuation plan
October 5, 2016
Charleston Animal Society is closed until after Hurricane Matthew passes the Lowcountry. Employees are working to make sure all of the animals at the shelter are cared for. Essential personnel…
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Palmetto Agribusiness Council names new CEO
October 5, 2016Palmetto Agribusiness Council (PABC) has announced the selection of Ronald L. Summers as the new Chief Executive Officer. He will succeed current CEO Cathy Novinger, who is leaving the organization…
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Walkers take to the streets to fight suicide
October 5, 2016
Hundreds of walks being held nationwide through December 2016 Suicide is the tenth leading cause of death in the United States, yet suicide is preventable. More than 1,000 people…
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Palmetto Agribusiness Council names new CEO
October 5, 2016
Palmetto Agribusiness Council (PABC) has announced the selection of Ronald L. Summers as the new Chief Executive Officer. He will succeed current CEO Cathy Novinger, who is leaving the organization…
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I-77 Alliance begins regional workforce alignment phase with key roundtable interviews
October 4, 2016
The South Carolina I-77 Alliance is set to commence the Workforce Alignment phase of their Regional Workforce Study by conducting roundtable interviews on October 11-12 with key employers, technical colleges,…
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SCSBA names Upchurch & Jowers Insurance Agency Champion for Public Education
October 4, 2016
The South Carolina School Boards Association (SCSBA) will honor the Upchurch & Jowers Insurance Agency with a Champions for Public Education Award on Tuesday, October 4, during the Kershaw County…
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SCSBA names Upchurch & Jowers Insurance Agency Champion for Public Education
October 4, 2016The South Carolina School Boards Association (SCSBA) will honor the Upchurch & Jowers Insurance Agency with a Champions for Public Education Award on Tuesday, October 4, during the Kershaw County…
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The Fourth Annual Wish Ball aims to raise a record $200,000 to grant wishes for S.C. Wish Kids
October 4, 2016The lights were dimmed and the audience sat with bated breath when wish kid Joey looked across the stage, lifted his microphone and said to wish kid, Malayzia, “You’re going…
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The Fourth Annual Wish Ball aims to raise a record $200,000 to grant wishes for S.C. Wish Kids
October 4, 2016
The lights were dimmed and the audience sat with bated breath when wish kid Joey looked across the stage, lifted his microphone and said to wish kid, Malayzia, “You’re going…
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SMPS Palmetto Chapter elects 2016-2017 Board of Directors
October 3, 2016
The Society for Marketing Professional Services (SMPS) Palmetto Chapter has declared its 2016-2017 Board of Directors. SMPS Palmetto is a community of marketing and business development professionals representing the A/E/C…
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United Way of the Midlands announces new flood recovery initiative, aims to triple number of homes repaired in the next year
October 3, 2016
Today United Way of the Midlands announced a new initiative, Restoring Hope, to bolster the ongoing flood recovery work in the Midlands. Restoring Hope aims to raise $2 million dollars…
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South Carolina United Ways continue to encourage everyone to support their communities one year after the flood
October 3, 2016
The United Way Association of South Carolina (UWASC) and local United Ways across the state are remembering the 1000 Year Flood with the release of a new report and…
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South Carolina United Ways continue to encourage everyone to support their communities one year after the flood
October 3, 2016
The United Way Association of South Carolina (UWASC) and local United Ways across the state are remembering the 1000 Year Flood with the release of a new report and social…
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United Way commissions public art in partnership with One Columbia
October 3, 2016
One Columbia for Arts and History and United Way of the Midlands partnered to commission a set of sculptures in conjunction with the dedication of their Community Innovation Center. The…
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Women’s Rights and Empowerment Network (WREN) takes off with series of October events
October 3, 2016
The Women’s Rights and Empowerment Network, or WREN, will make its official debut with launch events October 6 in Columbia, October 13 in Charleston and October 27 in Greenville. The…
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Holy Cross Pumpkin Patch kicks off 10th season in downtown Simpsonville
October 2, 2016
The Holy Cross Pumpkin Patch will begin its 2016 season on Saturday, October 1, marking the patch’s 10-year anniversary in downtown Simpsonville. What began a decade ago as a ministry…
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Teach For America welcomes more teachers with ties to South Carolina this fall
October 1, 2016
This fall, Teach For America welcomes a new teaching corps among whom 60 percent have ties to South Carolina, triple the rate of last year’s corps. The increase in corps…
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Teach For America welcomes more teachers with ties to South Carolina this fall
October 1, 2016
This fall, Teach For America welcomes a new teaching corps among whom 60 percent have ties to South Carolina, triple the rate of last year’s corps. The increase in corps…
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The Allstate Foundation awards YMCA of Greenville $30,000 grant
September 30, 2016
The YMCA of Greenville was recently awarded a grant from The Allstate Foundation to support the Y’s youth and wellness programs. The $30,000 grant is dedicated to for The YMCA…
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EngenuitySC and Nephron Pharmaceuticals launch $5,000 Ignite! 2016 Ideas Contest for local entrepreneurs
September 30, 2016Oct. 24 deadline Annual Ignite! celebration and entrepreneurship contest serve as platform for innovative ideas for positive growth in the Midlands of South Carolina EngenuitySC and Nephron Pharmaceuticals are seeking…
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EngenuitySC and Nephron Pharmaceuticals launch $5,000 Ignite! 2016 Ideas Contest for local entrepreneurs
September 30, 2016
Oct. 24 deadline Annual Ignite! celebration and entrepreneurship contest serve as platform for innovative ideas for positive growth in the Midlands of South Carolina EngenuitySC and Nephron Pharmaceuticals are seeking…
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Midlands Gives 2017 registration opens with new online giving platform, CiviCore
September 29, 2016Central Carolina Community Foundation implements improvements to 24-hour giving day, scheduled for May 2, 2017 Central Carolina Community Foundation – the Midlands’ expert on philanthropy – has launched nonprofit registration…
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Midlands Gives 2017 registration opens with new online giving platform, CiviCore
September 29, 2016
Central Carolina Community Foundation implements improvements to 24-hour giving day, scheduled for May 2, 2017 Central Carolina Community Foundation – the Midlands’ expert on philanthropy – has launched nonprofit registration…
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Palmetto Place celebrates grand reopening
September 28, 2016
Palmetto Place Children’s Shelter held an open house to at their newly renovated shelter with donors, volunteers and supporters on Sept. 22. After six months of construction, the doors to…
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House of Raeford’s “FLOCK” partners with Ezekiel Ministries to start Eze Farms
September 28, 2016
House of Raeford’s non-profit organization, FLOCK, is partnering with some of Columbia’s inner-city children, by donating a new farm tractor to help start Eze (pronounced “Easy”) Farms. There was a…
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United Way opens new headquarters and community center
September 28, 2016
United Way of the Midlands, along with hundreds of community members and supporters, celebrated its new location and the grand opening of its Community Innovation Center located at 1818 Blanding…
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City Year Columbia welcomes organization champions to the Advisory Board
September 28, 2016City Year Columbia, an education-focused organization that unites young adults for a year of service in high-need public schools has added three new members to their advisory board: Duane Cooper,…
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Congaree Land Trust seeks renewal of accreditation
September 28, 2016
The land trust accreditation program recognizes land conservation organizations that meet national quality standards for protecting important natural places and working lands forever. Congaree Land Trust is pleased to announce…
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City Year Columbia welcomes organization champions to the Advisory Board
September 28, 2016
City Year Columbia, an education-focused organization that unites young adults for a year of service in high-need public schools has added three new members to their advisory board: Duane Cooper,…
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United Ministries announces new identity for 46 year old nonprofit focused on ending homelessness and reducing poverty in Greenville
September 26, 2016
Organization Enters New Phase of Growth with New Brand Identity United Ministries, which recently joined forces with the Greenville Area Interfaith Hospitality Network (GAIHN), has announced the new identity for…
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Carolina Biotech Group receives funding from Benefitfocus Fund
September 26, 2016
Organization receives grant to promote biotech entrepreneurship in SC The Carolina Biotech Group, a state-wide 501(c)(3) young professional organization, recently received a $5,000 grant to promote biotech and healthcare training…
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Carolina Biotech Group receives funding from Benefitfocus Fund
September 26, 2016
Organization receives grant to promote biotech entrepreneurship in SC The Carolina Biotech Group, a state-wide 501(c)(3) young professional organization, recently received a $5,000 grant to promote biotech and healthcare training…
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Lexington One graduates receive Central Carolina Community Foundation scholarships
September 23, 2016Five Lexington County School District One graduates are among the 2016 Central Carolina Community Foundation scholarship recipients. The leading Midlands philanthropy group, Central Carolina Community Foundation awarded 94 scholarships totaling…
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Lexington One graduates receive Central Carolina Community Foundation scholarships
September 23, 2016Five Lexington County School District One graduates are among the 2016 Central Carolina Community Foundation scholarship recipients. The leading Midlands philanthropy group, Central Carolina Community Foundation awarded 94 scholarships totaling…
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Greenville Women Giving announces 2016-2017 board
September 22, 2016
Greenville Women Giving, a local women’s collective philanthropic organization, announced the individuals serving on its board during the 2016-2017 season. Its board of directors includes business, community and civic leaders…
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American Heart Association announces Chicarra Jones as Go Red For Women Spokesperson & Member of 2016-2017 Class of “Real Women”
September 21, 2016
2016-2017 “Real Women” Want ALL Women to “Know Their Numbers” American Heart Association’s Go Red For Women announced today this year’s “Real Women,” national spokespeople for the cause. This group…
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American Heart Association announces Chicarra Jones as Go Red For Women Spokesperson & Member of 2016-2017 Class of “Real Women”
September 21, 2016
2016-2017 “Real Women” Want ALL Women to “Know Their Numbers” American Heart Association’s Go Red For Women announced today this year’s “Real Women,” national spokespeople for the cause. This group…
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YMCA of Columbia helps raise awareness and prevention of falls in the Midlands
September 21, 2016
Ready, Steady, Balance: Prevent Falls in 2016 On National Falls Prevention Awareness Day, the YMCA of Columbia wants Midlands residents to learn the risk factors of falls September 22 is…
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Woodlands at Furman raises funds for Alzheimer’s Association through A Day to Remember
September 21, 2016
The Woodlands at Furman will host A Day To Remember, a day of events commemorating World Alzheimer’s Day, on Wednesday, September 21. All proceeds from each event will be donated…
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Pawmetto Lifeline hosts 10th Annual Fur Ball Moonlight Gala, raising funds for homeless pets in South Carolina
September 20, 2016Pawmetto Lifeline, a local animal shelter committed to reducing pet overpopulation in the Midlands, will host the 10th Annual Fur Ball Moonlight Gala, at 7pm on Saturday, October 15th at…
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Pawmetto Lifeline hosts 10th Annual Fur Ball Moonlight Gala, raising funds for homeless pets in South Carolina
September 20, 2016
Pawmetto Lifeline, a local animal shelter committed to reducing pet overpopulation in the Midlands, will host the 10th Annual Fur Ball Moonlight Gala, at 7pm on Saturday, October 15th at…
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Kids Teeth launches annual calendar contest featuring patients’ drawings
September 19, 2016
Mount Pleasant pediatric dental office Kids Teeth is asking its patients for help creating a 2017 calendar. Current Kids Teeth patients are invited to submit an original drawing for consideration…
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Palmetto Woodturners transforming beautiful wood into meals for families
September 19, 2016The Palmetto Woodturners, part of the American Association of Woodturners, is hosting Bowls for the Hungry for Harvest Hope Food Bank on Thursday, September 29 at the Hall at Senate’s…
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Palmetto Woodturners transforming beautiful wood into meals for families
September 19, 2016
The Palmetto Woodturners, part of the American Association of Woodturners, is hosting Bowls for the Hungry for Harvest Hope Food Bank on Thursday, September 29 at the Hall at Senate’s…
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SC Aerospace names new board members
September 19, 2016
Steve Prout of Solar Atmospheres, Todd Sharpley of GKN, and Paul V. Kumler of KTM Solutions have joined the Advisory Board for SC Aerospace. The Board is comprised of industry…
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SC Aerospace names new board members
September 19, 2016Steve Prout of Solar Atmospheres, Todd Sharpley of GKN, and Paul V. Kumler of KTM Solutions have joined the Advisory Board for SC Aerospace. The Board is comprised of industry…
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Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s® helps reclaim the future for millions
September 19, 2016
The Alzheimer’s Association is inviting all Upstate area residents to unite in a movement to reclaim the future for millions by participating in the Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s®.…
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Greenville Women Giving to host recruitment event featuring guest speaker Elizabeth Davis, Ph.D., President of Furman University
September 19, 2016
Greenville Women Giving, a local women’s collective philanthropic organization, will host “Each One, Bring One”, a special event for its members and women of the community who are either interested…
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Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s ® helps reclaim the future for millions
September 19, 2016Participants Raise Critically Needed Funds for Alzheimer’s Care, Support and Research The Alzheimer’s Association is inviting all Midlands area residents to unite in a movement to reclaim the future for…
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Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s ® helps reclaim the future for millions
September 19, 2016
Participants Raise Critically Needed Funds for Alzheimer’s Care, Support and Research The Alzheimer’s Association is inviting all Midlands area residents to unite in a movement to reclaim the future for…
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