CommUniversity brings Lander students and Greenwood organizations together
September 20, 2026
Almost 70 businesses and organizations from around the Greenwood community visited Lander University’s campus on Tuesday, Sept. 15, for the annual CommUniversity event, bringing treats, games and opportunities with them.…
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Laurens County seeks paid poll managers for Nov. 3 general election
September 19, 2026
The Laurens County Board of Voter Registration and Elections is recruiting paid poll managers to staff polling places across the county. Training is provided before Election Day, so no prior…
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Brookgreen Gardens welcomes 400 guests to Ninth Annual Gullah Geechee Junkanoo Festival
September 18, 2026
Annual festival celebrated Gullah Geechee and African Diaspora culture through music, dance, art, and hands-on activities Brookgreen Gardens welcomed approximately 400 guests to its ninth annual Gullah Geechee Junkanoo Festival on Saturday,…
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Frances P. Bunnelle Foundation announces “Bunnelle Days of Service” across Georgetown County
September 18, 2026
The Frances P. Bunnelle Foundation has announced its upcoming Bunnelle Days of Service, scheduled for October 20–24, 2026. The week-long initiative aims to bring together residents, local businesses, schools, churches,…
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Women’s empowerment event to showcase innovative ways to drive success
September 18, 2026
Fifth annual Ignite Women’s Conference on Oct. 2 to feature the founders of Swiggies and PYNK Butterfly brands After passing out from dehydration while running, Julie Austin developed Swiggies, a…
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Coach Ken Carter to address regional high school students at HGTC
September 18, 2026
The South Carolina Department of Employment and Workforce, in partnership with Horry-Georgetown Technical College (HGTC), the Coastal Carolina University (CCU) MISTER Program and Partnership Grand Strand, will host an inspirational…
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Grand Strand Health to reopen its Emergency entrance off Hwy. 17 this Monday
September 18, 2026
Grand Strand Medical Center will reopen its emergency department entrance off Hwy. 17 Byp. N. on Monday, Sept. 21, 2026 at 7 a.m., following the completion of enhancements designed to…
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HGTC Area Commission selects Dr. Lori Heafner as college’s next president
September 18, 2026
The Horry-Georgetown Technical College (HGTC) Area Commission has selected Lori A. Heafner, Ph.D., as the next president of Horry-Georgetown Technical College following a comprehensive national search. The Area Commission made…
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City of Charleston celebrates the opening of Fort Pemberton Park
September 18, 2026
The City of Charleston celebrated the opening of Fort Pemberton Park with an official ribbon-cutting ceremony on Thursday, Sept. 17. The park, located at 221 Yates Ave(opens in new tab). in…
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Chelsea Plantation forever protected through conservation easement, set to become South Carolina’s newest state forest
September 17, 2026Jasper County’s Chelsea Plantation, once in the crosshairs of Lowcountry developers and the subject of a massive grassroots campaign to “Keep Chelsea Rural,” is forever protected from development through a…
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Nemours Wildlife Foundation names Kristin Williams, President
September 17, 2026
Nemours Wildlife Foundation announced the selection of Kristin Williams as the organization’s new president. In this role, she will lead the continued growth of the foundation’s research, education, and stewardship…
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Greenville Together receives $25,000 grant From Greenville Women Giving to help newly housed families thrive
September 17, 2026
A bed to sleep in, dishes in the kitchen and cleaning supplies under the sink may seem like ordinary household items, but for families leaving homelessness behind, they can mean…
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AEP highlights local data center benefits in South Carolina
September 17, 2026
Today, the American Edge Project (AEP), a coalition of nearly two dozen domestic organizations, highlighted the economic and community benefits artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure investment can deliver across South Carolina…
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The Beach Company continues growth with six strategic hires
September 17, 2026
The Beach Company, a leader in residential and commercial real estate brokerage, development, and property management, continues to broaden teams through the addition of key new hires. The firm’s most…
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Millrace Capital unveils new brand, reaffirms roots in the Midlands
September 17, 2026
Millrace Capital, a value-add retail and industrial private equity firm serving the Southeast United States, today announced the launch of its new brand identity, marking the next chapter for the…
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Charleston Airport Authority selects 2026-2027 officers
September 17, 2026
The Board of the Charleston Regional Aviation Authority unanimously elected the following members to office at its September 17th meeting. Helen T. Hill, Chairman Charlie Salmonsen, Vice-Chairman Ravi Sanyal, Secretary-Treasurer…
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LCK Report: Strong demand alongside tightened capacity requires smarter and earlier planning
September 17, 2026
2026 Q2 South Carolina Construction Report Strong demand alongside tightened capacity requires smarter and earlier planning. Key Takeaways: South Carolina construction remains strong with demand continuing to support healthy project…
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Petite Party Shop opens on Devine Street in Columbia
September 17, 2026
A new boutique focused on celebrations, entertaining and gifting is opening on Devine Street, expanding a local wedding planning business into the retail market. Petite Party Shop(opens in new tab), located…
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NorthMark Compute & Cloud donates $275,000 to support Spartanburg Community College
September 17, 2026
NorthMark Compute & Cloud (NMC2) has donated $275,000 to the Spartanburg Community College (SCC) Foundation as part of the company’s Week of Giving. The generous gift will support College initiatives,…
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Bon Secours offering free flu vaccines to the community
September 17, 2026
Health System to Host 3 Flu Clinics During October As flu season approaches, Bon Secours is helping community members protect themselves and their loved ones by offering free flu vaccines…
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Spartanburg Community College launches 2026 – 2027 Spark Tank Competition for student entrepreneurs
September 17, 2026
Spartanburg Community College (SCC) is launching the 2026 – 2027 Spark Tank Competition, an entrepreneurial competition designed to help college students turn promising business ideas into growing ventures. Supported by the…
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Trinity Partners completes pair of industrial leases in Georgia
September 17, 2026
Trinity Partners announced the successful completion of two industrial lease transactions in the state of Georgia. Leases were finalized at 225 Allied Industrial Drive in Macon, Georgia featuring approximately 5,000…
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City of Columbia to host annual Isabel Law Breakfast on October 2
September 17, 2026The City of Columbia and the Mayor’s Campaign Against Breast Cancer Committee will host the 2026 Isabel Law Breakfast on Friday, October 2, from 7:30 to 9:30 a.m. at Boyd…
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NP Strategy expands footprint opening a Greenville office
September 17, 2026
NP Strategy, a strategic communications firm providing crisis, media, and public relations assistance, announced its expansion today with the opening of an office in Greenville, South Carolina. To lead Upstate…
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City of Charleston announces Akua Page’s designs as the 2026 MOJA Arts Festival’s official poster
September 17, 2026The City of Charleston’s Office of Cultural Affairs (OCA) has announced Akua Page, a Gullah Geechee interdisciplinary artist, cultural educator and naturalist from North Charleston, as the winner of the…
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SCETV explores changes and challenges in healthcare in new episode of IMPACT South Carolina and live episode of Palmetto Perspectives
September 17, 2026
South Carolina ETV (SCETV) announces the premiere and screening of a new episode of IMPACT South Carolina(opens in new tab) as well as an opportunity for the public to be part…
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Charleston Parks Conservancy moves key park projects forward across the city
September 17, 2026
Major renovations at Allan Park and Hazel Parker Playground, and a refresh at Corrine Jones Park and Community Garden are among the Charleston Parks Conservancy’s priorities through spring 2027. These…
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OneSixEight Productions opens new podcast studio in Columbia
September 17, 2026OneSixEight Productions has opened a new podcast studio in Columbia designed to make professional podcast production easier for businesses, organizations and creators. The new space offers two distinct recording environments…
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Join the SCSM Foundation for Moonlight & Milestones, a Black-Tie Gala
September 17, 2026
Saturday, October 17, 6:30 -10 p.m. The South Carolina State Museum Foundation will host Moonlight & Milestones(opens in new tab), a black-tie, red-carpet gala on Saturday, October 17, 6:30-10 p.m.…
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Historic 1910 Aladdin kit home hits the market in Columbia’s Melrose Heights
September 17, 2026
Award-recognized 1110 Hagood Avenue arrived from Bay City, Michigan by rail with every board pre-cut and every nail included — now updated with a modern kitchen, solar power, and nearly…
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Town of Irmo’s Jazz on Carlisle this Thursday
September 17, 2026
1st & 3rd Thursdays (September – November), 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM The Town of Irmo is thrilled to launch Jazz on Carlisle this Thursday! Join us for this brand-new…
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Spartanburg Community College receives CyberSC Award of Excellence in Cyber-Academia
September 17, 2026
Spartanburg Community College (SCC) has received the CyberSC Award of Excellence in Cyber-Academia from the South Carolina Cyber Foundation in recognition of the College’s contributions to cybersecurity education and workforce…
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The Free Medical Clinic expands behavioral health access through statewide collaborative care partnership
September 17, 2026
The Leon Levine Foundation, The Free Medical Clinic, South Carolina Free Clinic Association, and MUSC are working together to integrate behavioral health services into primary care The Free Medical Clinic…
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South Carolina Water Utilities expands territory in Midlands
September 17, 2026
The Public Service Commission of South Carolina (PSC) officially approved the application submitted by South Carolina Water Utilities (SCWU) for a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Richland County and the…
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Don’t miss Shakespeare Under the Stars and On Stage with the Swamp Fox Players
September 16, 2026
Georgetown theatre lovers, mark your calendars! The Swamp Fox Players are bringing William Shakespeare’s beloved comedy Twelfth Night to life starting Thursday, September 24. Directed by Stacy Rabon, this lively…
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Able SC receives $80,000 grant from Power:Ed to support transition skills for rural SC youth with disabilities
September 16, 2026
Able South Carolina(opens in new tab) (Able SC), has been awarded an $80,000 grant from SC Student Loan(opens in new tab) Corporation through its philanthropy, Power:Ed(opens in new tab), to…
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Anderson Brothers Bank welcomes Tanner Cox as Commercial Loan Officer
September 16, 2026
Anderson Brothers Bank is pleased to announce that Tanner Cox has joined the bank as a commercial Loan officer at its Conway Church Street office. In his new role, Cox…
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Anytime Fitness opens in Clinton with ribbon cutting set for Sept. 22
September 16, 2026
Clinton has a new gym, and its owners want it to be more than a place to work out. They want it to be a place where people of every…
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Laurens County providers land more than $5 million in state rural health awards
September 16, 2026
Health care providers serving Laurens County are in line for more than $5 million from South Carolina’s first round of Rural Health Transformation Program awards, part of a $167.3 million…
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Laurens welcomes two new businesses, plans free Wi-Fi downtown
September 16, 2026
Two new businesses are open in Laurens and free Wi-Fi is coming to the square, Mayor Senn told the Laurens City Council at its Sept. 15 meeting. All council members…
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Clinton council approves Cambridge Farms annexation on first reading
September 16, 2026
Clinton City Council voted 4-3 Monday to approve first reading of an ordinance annexing property at the intersection of South Carolina Highway 56 and Cambridge Road into the city limits,…
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Sonoco executive to lead 2026 Pee Dee Heart Walk and communitywide push for CPR readiness
September 16, 2026
James Harrell joins the American Heart Association in engaging Pee Dee employers to help create a Nation of Lifesavers™ According to the American Heart Association, 9 in 10 people who…
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The Civil War Changed Funeral Customs
September 16, 2026
By Tom Poland A do-it-yourself casket for a pet is as close most get today. I’ve heard of people paying a carpenter to build a casket for a dog,…
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Gov. McMaster opposes suspending South Carolina gas tax as prices hit $4 a gallon
September 16, 2026
Gov. Henry McMaster is pushing back against growing calls to temporarily suspend South Carolina’s state gas tax, arguing that pausing the revenue stream would jeopardize critical funding for ongoing infrastructure…
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Liberty Networking chapter invites local professionals to lunch meeting at The Mill at Fountain Inn
September 16, 2026
The 1886 Connectors chapter of Liberty Networking is welcoming local business owners and entrepreneurs to its upcoming referral networking lunch this Thursday, September 17. The meeting will run from 11:30…
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North Carolina high school football team honors distinguished South Carolina military veterans
September 16, 2026South Mecklenburg High School hosts first-ever S.C. Military Veterans Hall of Fame Football Game By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Among the myriad memorial services held late last week commemorating the…
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Watching hummingbirds
September 16, 2026
(opens in new tab) By Jeff Becraft My wife has several hummingbird feeders hanging on our front porch. Four to be exact. Two weeks ago I talked about flies…
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The Inside-Out Effect: How Internal Communication Breakdowns Shatter Your External Brand
September 16, 2026
By Chelsea Bennett Founder and CEO of Ivey Palmer PR When executive leadership teams discuss brand reputation, the conversation almost immediately pivots to marketing budgets, public relations strategies, and customer…
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WWII Warbirds returning to Georgetown Airport Oct. 1-4
September 16, 2026
Two of the most recognizable aircraft of World War II are coming back to Georgetown. B-29 Superfortress “DOC” and P-51 Mustang “Gunfighter” will land at the Georgetown County Airport for…
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Community invited to update on Georgetown Waterfront Redevelopment
September 16, 2026
River Development Equities invites members of the Georgetown community to attend a public meeting on Thursday, September 24, from 5:30–7:30 p.m. at the Winyah Auditorium for an update regarding the Georgetown waterfront…
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