Local Developer announces plans to acquire Brighton Technology Park in Chapin
June 3, 2026
Brighton Capital Partners announced plans to acquire the 200 acres in Chapin, currently known as Brighton Technology Park. According to Brighton Capital Partners President and Lexington County resident, Andy White,…
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‘Tis the season for graduations and my 2026 “20 lessons” list
June 3, 2026
By Reba Hull Campbell ‘Tis the season for graduations, new jobs and life transitions. It’s also the season for my annual updated “20 lessons” list. A number of years ago,…
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USC inks licensing agreement for prostate cancer screening tool
June 3, 2026
The University of South Carolina has agreed to license an algorithm developed by a renowned cancer and nutritional epidemiologist to a health sciences company that offers home cancer screening tests…
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Pawleys Island named Best Beach in South Carolina for third year in a row
June 3, 2026
Two other Hammock Coast beaches make the Top 10 list in national online contest by USA Today/10 Best Pawleys Island has, for the third consecutive year, been named the Best…
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Summer Kickoff: June 2026 Brings Wave of Free Family Events and Dining Deals
June 3, 2026
As schools close their doors for the summer, parents across the country are facing the annual challenge of keeping children entertained and fed without breaking the bank. Fortunately, a massive…
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Local Bakery Kickstarts Week for Simpsonville Police with Fresh Donations
June 3, 2026
Members of the Simpsonville Police Department received a flavorful surprise to start their work week, thanks to a generous delivery from a local business. Elise Greenville, a prominent local cottage…
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Mauldin Cultural Center to Kick Off ‘Amp’d Up Fridays’ Summer Concert Series with The Catalinas
June 3, 2026
The sound of summer is returning to Mauldin this weekend as the city kicks off its popular outdoor music series, “Amp’d Up Fridays.” The seasonal concert series will launch its…
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Regal Theatres Launches 2026 Dollar Movie Summer Schedule for Upstate Families
June 3, 2026
Budget-friendly summer entertainment has officially arrived for families in the Upstate. Local family resource hubs have shared the highly anticipated 2026 Regal $1 Movie Schedule, offering an affordable way for…
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BridgeWay Station Unveils Packed June 2026 Event Calendar Featuring Sports, Live Music, and Local Markets
June 3, 2026
BridgeWay Station has officially released its full community event lineup for June 2026, positioning the multi-use development as a central entertainment hub for the Upstate this summer. The newly published…
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Wexford Park Neighbors Set to Host Large Community Garage Sale This Saturday
June 3, 2026
Bargain hunters and neighborhood shoppers in the Upstate have a major date to add to their weekend calendars. The Wexford Park and Wexford Townhomes neighborhood has announced a multi-family Community…
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Unique Fusion Eatery brings Caribbean and Pacific Flavors to Simpsonville
June 3, 2026
A new culinary destination is offering Upstate residents a chance to experience an unconventional culinary bridge between two distinct regions of the world. “Potato Joe’s & Kusina Latina” has established…
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Arthur State Bank Breaks Ground on New Fountain Inn Branch
June 3, 2026
New permanent location will expand access to relationship-based banking in the Upstate Arthur State Bank, a locally owned community bank serving South Carolina since 1933, has officially broken ground on…
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Conestee Nature Preserve to Host Hands-On Walking Stick Workshop this Weekend
June 3, 2026
Local outdoor enthusiasts looking to add a personalized touch to their trekking gear have a unique opportunity coming up this weekend. Conestee Nature Preserve has announced an interactive Walking Stick…
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Voodoo Brewing Co. Unveils June Live Music Lineup for Fountain Inn Patrons
June 3, 2026
Local music lovers have a packed calendar to look forward to this month as Voodoo Brewing Co. in Fountain Inn officially released its live entertainment schedule for June. The lineup…
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Conestee Nature Preserve Celebrates Community Support at Annual Spring Fling
June 3, 2026
Conestee Nature Preserve recently welcomed its most dedicated supporters for an evening of outdoor exploration, education, and community bonding at the annual Friends of the Preserve Spring Fling. The exclusive…
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GE Vernova Park Officially Opens with Historic Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony
June 3, 2026
Professional soccer in the Upstate has officially entered a new era. Community leaders, sports executives, and local families gathered yesterday to celebrate the formal ribbon-cutting ceremony for GE Vernova Park,…
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Nominations Closing for Mauldin’s Juneteenth Community Impact Award
June 3, 2026
Organizers at the Mauldin Cultural Center are issuing a final call for submissions for the Community Impact Award, a marquee honor to be presented during the city’s upcoming Juneteenth Celebration.…
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June is Zero Tolerance for Litter Month in South Carolina
June 3, 2026
June marks Zero Tolerance for Litter Month in South Carolina, a statewide initiative led by PalmettoPride and the South Carolina Litter Control Association aimed at reducing litter, illegal dumping, and…
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Fountain Inn Museum Celebrates Culinary History with New Summer Exhibit and Tea Series
June 3, 2026
The Fountain Inn Museum is set to launch a flavorful journey into the past next week with the opening of its highly anticipated summer exhibit, “Fountain Inn Cooks.” Opening on…
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Silly Pickles Brings Pickleball Ladder League to Mauldin This Summer
June 3, 2026
Mauldin pickleball players will have a new way to compete this summer as Silly Pickles launches its first-ever ladder league in the area, set to take place at Pickle Yard,…
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Your Vote Counts: Early Voting Ends Friday as South Carolina Heads Toward June Primary
June 3, 2026
The clock is ticking for Laurens County voters who want to cast their ballot before the June 9 primary. Early voting for South Carolina’s 2026 Statewide Primary ends Friday, June…
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Upstate Pregnancy Center to Hold Diaper Drive-Thru in Laurens June 9
June 3, 2026
Families in Laurens County in need of assistance with diapers and wipes will have an opportunity to receive support on Tuesday, June 9, during a Diaper Drive-Thru hosted by the…
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Clinton City Council Approves Budget, Annexations, and Proclamations at June 1 Meeting
June 3, 2026
The Clinton City Council met Monday evening, June 1, 2026, conducting a full slate of business that included final passage of the city’s new budget, several annexation ordinances, and a…
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Presbyterian College Announces 2026 Home Football Schedule With Five Games Set at Bailey Memorial Stadium
June 3, 2026
Presbyterian College has officially announced start times for all five home games of the 2026 football season, as the Blue Hose prepare to open what promises to be an exciting…
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Behind the Build: Lander’s Bearcat Topiary Roars to Life for Festival of Flowers
June 3, 2026
Standing tall among the colorful topiaries of Greenwood’s renowned South Carolina Festival of Flowers, Lander University’s Bearcat is more than a striking work of floral art. The larger-than-life tribute to…
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June Is Zero Tolerance for Litter Month in South Carolina
June 3, 2026
June marks Zero Tolerance for Litter Month in South Carolina, a statewide initiative led by PalmettoPride and the South Carolina Litter Control Association aimed at reducing litter, illegal dumping, and…
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Heading Outdoors This Summer? Here’s What to Know about Black Bears in South Carolina
June 3, 2026
With warm weather arriving and more residents heading outside to hike, camp, and explore, wildlife experts are reminding outdoor enthusiasts to be prepared for one encounter that, while rare in…
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Greenville Zoo Summer Pass Puts Unlimited Fun Within Reach for $50
June 3, 2026
Families looking to make the most of summer without breaking the bank now have a flexible, affordable option at the Greenville Zoo. The zoo’s 2026 Summer Pass is available for…
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Laurens County officials are Alerting Residents to a Scam Involving Fraudulent Emails
June 3, 2026
The county has confirmed that an unauthorized individual or entity is distributing emails designed to appear as official communications from the Laurens County Planning Commission. The fraudulent messages are being…
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Pathwise Invites Community to “Pack the Parking Lot” in Support of Special Olympics USA Games Athletes
June 3, 2026
Pathwise is proud to invite the community to join in celebrating and supporting local athletes as they prepare to represent Laurens County on the national stage at the 2026 USA…
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Republic of Decor opens in Greenville’s West End announces grand opening
June 3, 2026
Republic of Decor, an award-winning showroom and interior design studio offering an eclectic mix of stylish home accessories, unique gifts, distinctive interior design objects and décor, announced its grand opening.…
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SCDOT Announces East Butler Road Bridge Closure Over I-385 for Rehabilitation Work
June 3, 2026
Commuters in Greenville County are being advised to prepare for significant traffic disruptions later this month. The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) has announced a complete closure of East…
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City of Fountain Inn Welcomes New Main Street Coordinator
June 3, 2026
Main Street Fountain Inn is excited to welcome Clare Jones as the City’s new Main Street Coordinator. Jones officially began her role on June 1 and now serves as part…
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Hear about veterans’ experiences during and after the Vietnam War
June 3, 2026
C.W. Bowman has often fascinated Midlands audiences with chilling stories of his service as a Tunnel Rat in Vietnam. Now, he’s ready to share an equally compelling human-interest account of…
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My City Of Dust Calendar
June 3, 2026
By Tom Poland Passport To Preservation John Mulhouse sent me his 2026 Abandoned New Mexico City of Dust calendar, and it’s a keeper. John’s beat is why. “The lost…
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GCSD Board names new principals for Andrews High and Rosemary Middle for next year
June 3, 2026
The Georgetown County Board of Education recently approved two principal appointments during its May 19, 2026 board meeting. Kevin Branham was named principal of Andrews High School. Branham currently serves…
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GKCU announces its Class of 2026 college scholarship recipients
June 3, 2026
Georgetown, SC – Building a brighter future means investing in the education of our future leaders. Georgetown Kraft Credit Union (GKCU) is honored to recognize area high school seniors from…
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The Mah Jongg Connection: Building community one tile at a time
June 3, 2026
The Mah Jongg Connection is bringing a dedicated space for Mah Jongg to Pawleys Island, where players can learn, play, and gather around a shared love of the game. Founded…
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Unforgettable adventures await: Georgetown Family YMCA invites area youth to action-packed summer camps
June 3, 2026
The Georgetown Family YMCA kicked off its highly anticipated summer camp season this week, plunging straight into the fun with an immersive jungle theme! Aimed at children ages 5 through…
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City of Georgetown provides public notice of FY 2026/2027 proposed budget and imposition of fee adjustments
June 3, 2026
Pursuant to Sections 6-1-80 and 6-1-330(A) of the S.C. Code of Laws, public notice is hereby given that the City Council for the City of Georgetown (“City Council”), as the governing body of the City of Georgetown, South Carolina (the “City”), will hold public hearings on June 18, 2026, at 5:30 pm (or as soon thereafter as practical) at the Municipal Court…
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Colliers completes sale of Downtown Columbia office building
June 3, 2026
Colliers | South Carolina’s Tommy Johnson, SIOR and Zach Lundberg represented Yorktown Investment Holdings in the sale of 712 Calhoun Street, an approximately 4,672-square-foot office building to SB Property Investments…
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BIGPAC announces 2026 primary endorsements
June 3, 2026
Greenville business community endorses 3 business champions The Business and Industry in Greenville Political Action Committee (BIGPAC) announced its endorsements for the upcoming Primary Election, supporting candidates who have demonstrated…
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Schedule for 2026 Dave Spurlock CCSD Football Jamboree finalized
June 3, 2026
Ten schools are set to play in the 2026 Dave Spurlock Charleston County School District (CCSD) Football Jamboree on Friday, August 14, at the North Charleston Regional Stadium. This will…
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Dominion Energy strengthens electric system in Batesburg-Leesville; temporary outages expected for some customers
June 3, 2026
Dominion Energy will perform critical upgrades to its system in the Batesburg-Leesville area this week. The work will require temporary power outages for approximately 110 customers from approximately 7-10 a.m.,…
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City of Charleston announces final week of Piccolo Spoleto 2026, concert film, and children’s festival
June 3, 2026
Mayor William Cogswell and Director of Cultural Affairs Rochelle Riley announce the final week of the 2026 Piccolo Spoleto Festival, running through June 7. The annual celebration features music, theater,…
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Duke Energy site readiness efforts help land $1.2 billion advanced manufacturing project in Cherokee County
June 3, 2026
USA Rare Earth’s announcement this week of a major investment and new jobs in Cherokee County highlights the impact of Duke Energy’s Site Readiness Program, which helped prepare the Bailey…
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Association of Lettermen announces 2026 Hall of Fame class
June 3, 2026
The University of South Carolina Association of Lettermen’s Athletics Hall of Fame class of 2026 is one for the history books as it marks the first time entire teams will…
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Columbia High teacher named NIET Teacher Leader Fellow
June 3, 2026
Columbia High School math teacher Joshua Knight has been named a 2027 Teacher Leader Fellow by the National Institute for Excellence in Teaching (NIET). The year-long fellowship is meant to…
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City of Columbia to highlight Gun Violence Awareness Month with walk and community day
June 3, 2026
Who: City of Columbia, Moms Demand Action, and Every town Survivor Network What: This Wear Orange Walk will highlight the beginning of National Gun Violence Awareness Month, which takes place in…
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Greenville summer rec
June 3, 2026
Swing into Summer with Rec Clinics Summer camps are in full swing in the City of Greenville, and but newly added summer clinics for youth and adults promise to add…
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