Inc. names Didi Caldwell, President and CEO of Global Location Strategies, to its 2026 Female Founders 500 list
March 10, 2026
Inc.’s annual Female Founders list celebrates the nation’s most innovative women entrepreneurs, who collectively generated approximately $12.3 billion in 2025 Global Location Strategies (GLS), the world’s leading location strategy and…
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City of Greenville Council update
March 10, 2026
City Council Approves Land Purchase for Proposed Falls Park Conference District City Council approved four land purchase agreements totaling six acres along Falls Street for a proposed transformational, mixed-use development.…
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Clemson English professor’s book earns international award from The Milton Society of America
March 10, 2026
Alumni Distinguished Professor Lee Morrissey’s most recent book won the James Holly Hanford Book Award. With a prestigious list of previous awardees, the recognition shows the depth of humanities scholarship…
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ReWa begins $37.5M Conestee Pump Station project
March 10, 2026
$10M SCIIP grant provides support Renewable Water Resources (ReWa) is celebrating the beginning of its $37.5 million Conestee Pump Station project to enhance wastewater capacity management while reinforcing its commitment…
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Connor Ocasal joins Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd’s Greenville office
March 9, 2026
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. welcomed Connor E. Ocasal to our Greenville office, where he focuses his practice on commercial litigation. Prior to joining Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, Connor worked as an…
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The SCOPA announces Spring Meeting 2026 in the City of Greenville
March 9, 2026
The South Carolina Optometric Physicians Association (SCOPA) announced its 2026 Spring Meeting, March 27–29, 2026, at the historic Westin Poinsett in downtown Greenville, offering up to 10 hours of COPE-approved…
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SC Housing to launch 2026 Palmetto Heroes Program with $10,000 down payment assistance for public servants
March 9, 2026
Beginning March 16, South Carolina’s public service heroes can apply for $10,000 in forgivable down payment assistance through SC Housing’s 2026 Palmetto Heroes Program, with funds available on a first-come,…
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Tax breaks for South Carolina boat owners sail through the state Senate
March 8, 2026
Courtesy of the South Carolina Daily Gazette By Jessica Holdman March 5, 2026 SC currently has the highest property taxes on boats in the country South Carolina boat owners can…
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Target expands Baby Retail strategy with new experience at Greenville, Simpsonville stores
March 6, 2026
Retailers across the country are rethinking how they merchandise baby products, and Target is introducing a new in-store concept designed to meet the evolving needs of young families. The company…
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Spring Break Check-In: Talking With Your College Student About Substance Use
March 6, 2026
As Spring Break approaches, college students across South Carolina are preparing to return home, travel or spend time with friends. No matter where students spend the break, it presents a…
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Patient Safety Awareness Week: Protecting Families Through Safe Medication Use
March 6, 2026
During Patient Safety Awareness Week, March 8-14, the South Carolina Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities’ Office of Substance Use Services (OSUS) is reminding families that safe medication practices…
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ScanSource appoints Mark Morgan as President of Specialty Technologies
March 6, 2026
ScanSource, Inc. (NASDAQ: SCSC), a leading technology distributor uniquely positioned to address complex, converging technologies, announced the appointment of Mark Morgan as President, Specialty Technologies. In this role, Morgan will…
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Habitat Greenville celebrates Women’s Build
March 6, 2026In honor of National Women’s Month, dozens of community leaders gathered in Nicholtown to celebrate the completion of a historic home. The annual Habitat for Humanity of Greenville Women’s Build…
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Muzika! 2026 Festival announces 5th anniversary season in South Carolina
March 5, 2026
25-year international legacy brings Metropolitan Opera leadership, Broadway classics, and Bulgarian folk to the Palmetto State this June This June, the Muzika! Festival returns to South Carolina for its fifth…
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Colliers Dealmakers: Recent purchases, sales, leases and investments in Greenville-Spartanburg
March 5, 2026
Greenville-Spartanburg, SC – Colliers | South Carolina announced the following recently completed commercial real estate transactions from our offices in Greenville-Spartanburg: Industrial Garrett Scott, SIOR, Brockton Hall, SIOR, Dillon Swayngim,…
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United Way seeking projects for annual ‘Hands On Greenville Day’ on Saturday, May 2
March 5, 2026
United Way of Greenville County’s Hands On Greenville (HOG) Day, the Upstate’s largest day of service, returns on Saturday, May 2, uniting thousands of volunteers to make a tangible impact across Greenville County. United Way is now calling on local…
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Herlong Sotheby’s honors Associates
March 5, 2026
Herlong Sotheby’s International Realty recently honored its Associates and staff for amazing work in the past year. F. Reid Hipp Award (Company MVP ): Michael McGreevey F. Reid Hipp Award…
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Republic of Decor opens in Greenville’s West End
March 5, 2026
Republic of Decor, an award-winning showroom and interior design studio offering an eclectic mix of stylish home accessories, unique gifts, and distinctive interior design objects and décor, has opened its…
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South Carolina New Play Festival 2026 marks five years with a first full production, expanded programming, and Broadway star Drew Gehling (& Juliet)
March 5, 2026
The South Carolina New Play Festival (SCNPF) announced it will premiere its first full production The House I Live In: Josh White’s America, by Donnetta Lavinia Grays, taking place July…
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Rebuild Upstate raises $74k at annual A Toast To Home fundraiser
March 4, 2026
Rebuild Upstate, a local nonprofit dedicated to preserving safe and affordable housing for individuals and families in need, held its annual fundraiser last week, raising a total of $74,000 for…
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SJWD Water District names Bobby Walden as Chief Operating Officer
March 4, 2026
SJWD Water District (SJWD) announced the appointment of Bobby Walden as its new Chief Operating Officer. Walden brings almost 50 years of experience in water utility operations and leadership. In…
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Osprey At Crooked Bridge
March 4, 2026
By Tom Poland Three birds hold me in their thrall. The osprey, whippoorwill, and oft-slighted buzzard. I love the whippoorwill’s lilting call. The noble osprey and its distinctive M-shaped…
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Treasurer Loftis highlights expanded Palmetto ABLE account eligibility at Disability Advocacy Day
March 4, 2026
Thousands more South Carolinians with disabilities may now qualify for a powerful savings tool designed to protect their benefits and strengthen their financial future. At Disability Advocacy Day at the…
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McCrory Construction promotes Noah Fuller to project manager
March 4, 2026
McCrory Construction, South Carolina’s oldest general contractor, has promoted Noah Fuller to Project Manager. Fuller joined McCrory six years ago following a three-year internship in the firm’s Greenville office. Hired…
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Center for Developmental Services welcomes new Executive Director
March 4, 2026
The Center for Developmental Services announced the appointment of Melanie Gearhart as its new Executive Director, effective January 19, 2026. Melanie succeeds Dana McConnell, who retired in November after more…
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PSC appointments will shape utility rates across South Carolina
March 3, 2026
Ratepayer Protection Concerns Focus Attention on District 5 Appointment Next week, the South Carolina General Assembly will vote to appoint members of the Public Service Commission (PSC) for Congressional Districts…
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South Carolina export sales reach $38.5 billion in 2025, marking seven-year high
March 3, 2026
South Carolina’s manufacturing industries support economic growth Governor Henry McMaster, the South Carolina Department of Commerce (S.C. Commerce) and South Carolina Ports (SC Ports) announced that the state’s 2025 export sales grew 1.5%,…
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Sustain SC celebrates five year anniversary with launch of new strategic framework
March 3, 2026
This week, Sustain SC is celebrating its fifth anniversary with the launch of a refreshed Strategic Framework designed to support the organization’s new Purpose statement — to build and grow a…
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Google launches new AI certificate and free training for every small business in the U.S.
March 3, 2026
Google launched the Google AI Professional Certificate to equip people with the AI skills that are most in-demand by today’s employers. The program is based on labor market research from…
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Sixteen finalists battle for title of Coolest Thing Made in South Carolina
March 3, 2026
Voting for Top 16 Round of Manufacturing Madness Now Open South Carolina Manufacturers and Commerce (SCMC) announced the finalists for the Top 16 round of the 5th Annual Manufacturing Madness,…
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Collaborative concert features consortium premiere inspired by Van Gogh and a reimagining of “Pictures at an Exhibition”
March 3, 2026
The Clemson University Symphonic Band, under the leadership of Director of Bands Mark Spede, will join Clemson Cantorei, led by Director of Choirs and Vocal Studies Anthony Bernarducci, for a…
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Moving research from lab to market to maximize impact
March 3, 2026
Clemson innovations with broad applications in health care, manufacturing, smart mobility and workforce training have joined the National Science Foundation’s I-Corps entrepreneurial program. From a smartphone app that supports mental…
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Clemson University School of Nursing receives $3.75 million to deliver specialized training in rural health care and bolster nursing workforce
March 3, 2026
The Clemson University School of Nursing has received a $3.75 million grant from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) to deliver specialized training in rural health care and address…
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The Insurance Source honored by BusinessRate
March 3, 2026
Independent insurance brokerage The Insurance Source has been honored by BusinessRate as the Best of Greer Award Winner in the Health Insurance Agency category. Founded in 2005, the mission statement…
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South Carolina women kick off support for women’s suffrage monument in Washington, D.C.
March 3, 2026
Three well-known business leaders in South Carolina are joining a national movement to fill a void on the National Mall in Washington, D.C.- a monument honoring women who led the…
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Smart Tax-Filing Strategies Every High Earner Should Review This Year
March 3, 2026
For high-income households, tax season is rarely just about filing forms on time. It’s an opportunity to align income, investments, charitable goals, and long-term wealth planning in a way that…
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OJRSA to celebrate Water Professionals Day
March 3, 2026
The Oconee Joint Regional Sewer Authority (OJRSA) will join agencies and nonprofits across South Carolina on Monday, March 2, in honoring Water Professionals Day. Water Professionals Day is an opportunity…
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Rebekah Cribb joins Coldwell Banker Caine in Spartanburg
March 3, 2026
Coldwell Banker Caine welcomed Rebekah Cribb to its Spartanburg office. Cribb brings a thoughtful, people-first approach shaped by experience in hospitality, event planning, and client care—guiding individuals and families through…
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twentyfour skincare named finalist in global INNOCOS Beauty & Longevity CHOICE Awards
March 3, 2026
Greenville-based twentyfour skincare announced it has been selected as a finalist in the 2025–2026 INNOCOS Beauty & Longevity CHOICE Awards in the category of Cellular Signalling & Longevity Mechanisms. This…
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Tennis 101 classes + a few spots remain for spring programs
March 3, 2026
Ready to learn the game or get back on the court? Tennis 101 is a fun, beginner-friendly 6-week program designed to teach the fundamentals of tennis in an encouraging, low-pressure…
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Greenville Chamber of Commerce honors community’s leaders at 137th annual meeting
March 3, 2026The Greenville Chamber held its 137th Annual Meeting on Thursday, February 26th at the Greenville Convention Center. Presented by TD Bank, the event celebrated the Greenville Chamber’s commitment to driving…
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Greenville Theatre presents the audience favorite Fiddler on the Roof
March 3, 2026
Celebrate a true musical theatre “Tradition” with the beloved classic, Fiddler on the Roof. This classic musical was selected by the Greenville Theatre community as the “most requested return to the…
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SC Commerce announces 2026 Relentless Challenge grant awards
March 3, 2026
14 projects across the state awarded grants to support innovation and entrepreneurship The South Carolina Department of Commerce (S.C. Commerce) announced the recipients of its 2026 Relentless Challenge grants, which totaled…
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SCRA announces new grant funding and member companies
March 3, 2026
Chipp, Atapic, Sentec, and Tada AI received new grant funding from the South Carolina Research Authority. Crystal-XG, Cuffway, InfauxTech, Ohmiq, PostPixel, Renoverse AI, and Vet Media Group were accepted as SCRA member companies. SCRA Interim President and CEO Bill Kirkland…
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The Mary Black Foundation awards over $1.3 million in grants
March 3, 2026
When women and babies thrive and when young children have access to strong early learning opportunities, our entire community thrives. In its most recent round of funding, the Mary Black…
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BASF Seneca hosts Congresswoman Sheri Biggs
March 2, 2026BASF’s Seneca site recently welcomed Congresswoman Sheri Biggs, who represents South Carolina’s third Congressional District and is currently serving her first term in the U.S. House of Representatives. The visit…
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South Carolina healthcare leader Kelly Willenberg appointed to advisory committee to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
March 2, 2026
South Carolina healthcare leader Kelly Willenberg has been appointed to the National Committee on Vital and Health Statistics (NCVHS), a prestigious federal advisory body that provides guidance to the U.S.…
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Truliant Foundation celebrates giving impact
March 2, 2026
The Truliant Foundation announced the significant impact its programs had in 2025 across the Carolinas and Virginia, in areas including workforce education, social mobility, and financial literacy. The Truliant Foundation’s…
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Dunean Capital Management closes on historic Anderson Farm & Reservoir property, advancing vision for Anderson Lake
March 2, 2026Dunean Capital Management has officially closed on the historic Anderson Farm & Reservoir property, acquiring the approximately 1,250-acre tract and advancing plans for Anderson Lake, the long-term vision for the…
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New coalition elevates workforce wellbeing in South Carolina
March 2, 2026South Carolina Healthy Business Coalition launches statewide – Press events slated for end of March The South Carolina Healthy Business Coalition officially launches today, marking the evolution of the South…
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