Rebuild Upstate hires new Volunteer Coordinator
June 13, 2022
Rebuild Upstate has brought on Natalie Buck to be its new Volunteer Coordinator. After graduating from the University of North Dakota, Buck received her Master of Divinity at Candler School…
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Give OUT Day Campaign focuses on Queer EmPOWERment
June 11, 2022
Pride Link Encourages Queer EmPOWERment with Give OUT Day Campaign Pride Link is focusing on Queer EmPOWERment for Give OUT Day, a month-long fundraising campaign beginning June 1 and culminating…
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Graham submits funding requests for South Carolina Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education projects
June 11, 2022
U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) submitted the following member-directed spending requests for Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies projects in South Carolina. Graham made the requests…
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DHEC urges vaccinations and masking amid COVID-19 community levels spike
June 11, 2022
As COVID-19 community levels increase across South Carolina and the rest of the nation, the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) is urging residents to track community…
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SC Chamber statement on budget agreement
June 11, 2022
In response to the South Carolina Budget Conference Committee’s agreement announced this morning, South Carolina Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Bob Morgan released the following statement: “The South Carolina business community…
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CPI for all items rises 1.0% in May; shelter, gasoline, food indexes rise
June 10, 2022
In May, the Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers rose 1.0 percent, seasonally adjusted, and rose 8.6 percent over the last 12 months, not seasonally adjusted. The index for…
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GEM Mining announces May 2022 production update
June 10, 2022
GREENVILLE, SC – GEM Mining, a bitcoin (“BTC”) mining company headquartered in Greenville, South Carolina, published its mining production results for May 2022. Key metrics include: At the end of…
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Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS welcomes Victoria Svistun to the Company’s Woodruff Road Office
June 10, 2022
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS is pleased to announce that Victoria Svistun has joined the company’s Woodruff Road office as a sales associate. Victoria was born and raised…
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Infinity welcomes Tia Ternberg and Mallory Farmer
June 10, 2022Infinity Marketing, a fully integrated marketing agency in the Upstate, expanded the team’s roster with the addition of Tia Ternberg, Media Buyer, and Mallory Farmer, Media Coordinator. “We are thrilled…
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Bon Secours now using new technology for lung cancer diagnosis
June 9, 2022
Robotic Bronchoscopy Could Enable Earlier & More Accurate Diagnosis An innovation that holds promise to fight lung cancer is now in use at Bon Secours. Used to view the inside…
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Judson Mill District uses helicopter to install 21 HVAC units at historic Warehouse building
June 9, 2022
Working with FairLifts, a corporate helicopter charters & lifts services company, and Tuck & Howell, an expert heating and cooling company, Judson Mill District today installed 21 HVAC rooftop units…
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Guardian Research Network to speak at PMWC 2022 about advances in applying real world data to clinical research
June 9, 2022
Non-profit to speak about marrying contract research with deeper patient data to advance precision medicine and expand use of RWD in clinical trials The Guardian Research Network Inc (GRN), a…
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PC and Piedmont Technical College address state teacher shortage with new dual enrollment partnership
June 9, 2022
Presbyterian College and Piedmont Technical College are partnering to address a statewide teacher shortage by helping eligible dual enrollment students transfer seamlessly to PC to earn a bachelor’s degree in…
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Wofford selects new VP for campus life and student development
June 9, 2022
Dr. Sandra Rouse will join the president’s leadership team later this summer Wofford College is welcoming Dr. Sandra Rouse as its new vice president for campus life and student development…
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A Creek Runs Through It
June 9, 2022
By Tom Poland Writers title works and often they fail to come up with a good one. Half Asleep In Frog Pajamas comes to mind. Sometimes a gem of…
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Carolina Handling celebrates National Forklift Safety Day on June 14
June 9, 2022
Carolina Handling will celebrate National Forklift Safety Day on Tuesday, June 14, with activities that include virtual reality forklift simulator training, lift truck demonstrations and a forklift rodeo, all designed…
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TigerImpact signs NIL deals with student-athlete leaders in every Clemson sport
June 9, 2022
Purpose-driven collective among first in country to achieve milestone With the addition of 16 student-athletes under contract, TigerImpact is now engaging men and women competing in all of Clemson University’s…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Anthony Kent, Cothran Properties
June 9, 2022
The Who’s on the Move, Entrepreneur Minute is an interview in support of the undeniable impact that entrepreneurs have on our communities. We will be highlighting 20 entrepreneurs in each of…
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First Reliance Bank receives participating partner award
June 8, 2022
Edwin Lesley, Chairman of the Business Development Corporation of South Carolina, recognized First Reliance Bank’s excellent performance during their Annual Meeting on May 5, 2022. Rick Saunders, the Founder and…
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Stantec expands Transportation and Community Development teams in South Carolina
June 8, 2022
Stantec, a leading global design and engineering firm, has welcomed three professionals to its Transportation and Community Development practices in Columbia and Greenville. Alexander Barr (pictured) has joined Stantec’s Columbia…
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Arts Grow SC to expand, first executive director named
June 8, 2022
The South Carolina Arts Commission and the South Carolina Department of Education announce the expansion of Arts Grow SC as a permanent fixture in the state’s arts learning landscape. An…
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Bon Secours Wellness Arena and the Greenville Police Department to hold a fill the cruisers food drive benefitting Project Host
June 8, 2022
Bon Secours Wellness Arena and the Greenville Police Department are teaming up with Project Host to fill police cruisers with food items for the Project Host Soup Kitchen. Stop by…
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Personable PTC alumnus relishes collaborative work of ‘Selling Greenwood’
June 8, 2022
Billy Ray Morgan is a high-touch kind of guy. On any given day, he has hummingbirds eating right out of his hand. And humans like him, too. That’s because the…
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Coming July 1: A final increase of the Motor Fuel User Fee
June 8, 2022
For the sixth consecutive year, South Carolina’s Motor Fuel User Fee—which helps support road, bridge, and infrastructure construction—increases at the pump starting July 1. Users will pay $0.02 more per…
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Finalists for the 2022 South Carolina Young Filmmakers Project include high school students from across the state
June 8, 2022
A special screening and awards event will be hosted in Columbia on June 11 After a record number of entries and an exhaustive judging process, the 2022 South Carolina Young…
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Attorney General Alan Wilson announces recovery of almost $125,000 in Medicaid fraud
June 8, 2022
South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson announces that his Medicaid Recipient Fraud Unit has recently recovered just under $125,000 in fraudulently obtained Medicaid benefits from two recipients. One recipient is…
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Colliers Report: New retail is necessary throughout South Carolina to meet demand
June 8, 2022
Commercial Real Estate Research & Forecast Report Q1 2022 South Carolina Retail Market Highlights South Carolina housing permits rose 27% from February 2022 to March 2022 indicating new residents are…
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Non Profit Minute – Randy Jackson, Phillis Wheatley Community Center
June 7, 2022
The Who’s on the Move, Non Profit Minute is an interview in support of the amazing impact that local non profits have on our communities. We would like to thank…
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DICK’S Sporting Goods Foundation awards grant to South Carolina Charities, Inc. for BMW Charity Pro-Am Junior Golf Clinics
June 7, 2022
South Carolina Charities, Inc. is pleased to announce the receipt of a $10,000 grant from the DICK’S Sporting Goods Foundation for a series of junior golf clinics as part of…
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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis announces SC maintains high credit ratings
June 7, 2022
State Treasurer Curtis Loftis announced that South Carolina continues to receive an excellent response from the three major credit rating agencies. In preparation for a general obligation bond issuance, Moody’s…
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Medical supply manufacturer establishes major nitrile glove operation in Greenville; GADC announces stellar results, honors business leader
June 6, 2022
Health Supply US to invest over $150 million, create 600 new positions as state’s life sciences boom continues with addition of medical device manufacturer A packed house applauded the announcement…
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U.S. House recognizes link between diet and health; UofSC Greenville supports national initiative.
June 6, 2022
In a groundbreaking measure, members of the U.S. House of Representatives have recognized the crucial role of lifestyle medicine in medical school education. The bipartisan resolution, authored by Congressman James…
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Bon Secours celebrates 2022 Project SEARCH Graduates
June 6, 2022
Program Helps Students with Disabilities Prepare for Employment After School Bon Secours St. Francis Health System celebrated the Class of 2022 today, with its 11 Project SEARCH interns marking their…
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Bon Secours debuts Neuroscience Institute
June 6, 2022
Center Provides One-Stop-Shop for Comprehensive Neurological Care Bon Secours St. Francis Health System celebrated the debut of the Diane Collins Neuroscience Institute over the weekend, a new center that allows…
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Police Chief Latimore Nominated by President to be U. S. Marshal
June 6, 2022
The White House announced Monday that President Biden has nominated Laurens Police Chief Chrissie Latimore to serve as the District of South Carolina’s next U. S. Marshal. The official announcement…
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The Upstate Mobility Alliance announces GP Mcleer as new Executive Director
June 6, 2022
The Upstate Mobility Alliance is excited to announce GP Mcleer as their new Executive Director. Born and raised in Anderson, South Carolina, GP has been an active member in his…
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Greenville Chamber announces staff optimization
June 6, 2022
The Greenville Chamber has optimized its team to better serve its Investors and Greater Greenville area businesses. Dr. Cheryl Garrison has been promoted to Executive Director of the Greenville Chamber…
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Health Supply US establishing Glove One operations in Greenville County
June 6, 2022
$150 million investment will create 600 new jobs Health Supply US, a leading government contracting and medical supply company, today announced plans to establish new manufacturing operations in Greenville County.…
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U.S. Chamber endorses Rep. Nancy Mace for South Carolina’s 1st Congressional District
June 6, 2022
Today, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce announced its endorsement of Representative Nancy Mace (R) to represent South Carolina’s First Congressional District. The Chamber endorses pro-business candidates for federal office who…
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Samantha Wallace named Bank of America Market Executive for Upstate
June 6, 2022
Bank of America announced that Samantha (Sam) Wallace has been named Market Executive for Upstate SC. In her role, Wallace will be responsible for helping lead the bank’s local efforts…
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Medical supply manufacturer establishes major nitrile glove operation in Greenville
June 6, 2022
A packed house applauded the announcement Monday by Health Supply US, a leading government contracting and medical supply company, to establish manufacturing operations in Greenville County at the Greenville Area…
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Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS welcomes Lanelle Henderson to the Company’s Midtown Office
June 6, 2022
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announced that Lanelle Henderson has joined the company’s Midtown office as a sales associate. Lanelle Henderson is an author, entrepreneur, speaker and REALTOR®.…
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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis recognizes 20 educators in SC Financial Literacy Master Teacher Program
June 6, 2022
South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis is pleased to recognize the third cohort of 20 educators who have qualified to become South Carolina Financial Literacy Master Teachers. Launched in January 2020,…
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Marketing Minute: Grassroots and Grasstops Advocacy
June 6, 2022
Marketing Minute with Seth Palmer, NP Strategy Who do you need in your advocacy corner? This week’s video shares how to get started when identifying your unique grasstops and…
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Founders Group International offers perks, including free golf, to entice new employees
June 6, 2022
Founders Group International, one of the premier golf course ownership groups in the Southeast, is offering a litany of perks, in addition to competitive pay, to attract new employees. FGI…
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Where Home Prices Are Headed in 2022
June 6, 2022
By Robert Parsley Lima One Capital If you’ve bought a home (or tried to) in the last couple of years, you know that the market has been scalding hot,…
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‘We’re Back!’ – Dinosaurs reawaken at Upcountry History Museum
June 6, 2022
Hear the roars, feel the rattle of pounding footsteps, and marvel at the incredible creatures in the world of Dinosaurs: Land of Fire and Ice, the newest exhibition opening at…
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Michael Rosen joins OTO Development as Vice President of Food & Beverage
June 6, 2022
Michael Rosen has joined OTO Development as Vice President of Food & Beverage, bringing a smorgasbord of restaurant and hospitality experience to this newly created position. South Carolina-based OTO, which…
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Just Say Something holds Honey Baked Ham Father’s Day Fundraiser
June 5, 2022
Just Say Something is holding an online, Honey Baked Ham Father’s Day Fundraiser on Father’s Day, June 19, 2022 to “Celebrate Dads and Family” sitting down to eat dinner together.…
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CommunityWorks selected to receive $1M investment from TD as part of their $100M equity fund in support of minority-owned small businesses
June 5, 2022
CommunityWorks was selected as a Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) to receive an investment from TD Bank as part of its Equity Fund to support minority-owned small businesses. CommunityWorks received…
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