CPI for all items rises 0.2% in July; shelter up
August 12, 2025
The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) increased 0.2 percent on a seasonally adjusted basis in July, after rising 0.3 percent in June, the U.S. Bureau of Labor…
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Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd’s Katie Busbee selected for Leadership South Carolina’s Class of 2026
August 12, 2025
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd P.A. announced that Katie Busbee has been selected to participate in Leadership South Carolina’s 2026 Class. Leadership South Carolina is a statewide leadership development program that explores…
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VisionGreenwood partners with Lander University to launch Propel Business Lab for local entrepreneurs
August 12, 2025
VisionGreenwood, in partnership with Lander University, is proud to announce the launch of a new cohort of the Propel Business Lab, bringing practical, community-driven business training directly to aspiring entrepreneurs…
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Clemson’s Wilbur O. and Ann Powers College of Business celebrates its first graduating cohort of the Executive Leadership Ph.D. Program
August 11, 2025The Wilbur O. and Ann Powers College of Business recently graduated its first Executive Leadership Ph.D. cohort. Launched in 2022, the Executive Leadership Ph.D. program was created to meet the growing demand among senior-level…
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Clemson professor Rodrigo Martinez-Duarte wins Fulbright to Sweden
August 11, 2025
Rodrigo Martinez-Duarte, an associate professor of mechanical engineering at Clemson University, is planning a four-month visit to Chalmers University of Technology in Gothenburg, Sweden, after being named a Fulbright U.S.…
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Colliers Report: Greenville-Spartanburg Industrial Market Q2 2025
August 11, 2025
Colliers | South Carolina Market Report 3PLs active as vacancy continues to normalize Market Highlights A strong 2025 continued for the Greenville-Spartanburg market with over 3.5 million square feet of…
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Sixty-three bankers graduate after three-year intensive program at South Carolina Bankers School
August 11, 2025The South Carolina Bankers School (SCBS), hosted by the South Carolina Bankers Association, would like to recognize the graduates of the Class of 2025, who received their diplomas in a…
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THS Constructors, Inc. celebrates 20 years
August 11, 2025
Honoring the Past While Looking to the Future with a Renewed Brand and Vision GREENVILLE, SC – THS Constructors, Inc. (THS), a leading construction management firm in the Southeast, proudly…
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Reedy Reels: The Greenville Film Festival seeking filmmakers
August 11, 2025
Reedy Reels: The Greenville Film Festival is accepting film submissions for its 2026 festival happening this March. This year’s festival features two new categories (Music Video and Creative Commercial) in…
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Back-to-school safety alert: Cardiac Emergency Response Plans can save lives in schools
August 11, 2025
American Heart Association urges South Carolina lawmakers to support the Smart Heart Act before another young life is at risk As students across South Carolina return to school this fall,…
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Family Connection of South Carolina receives 5-year grant from U.S. Department of Education
August 11, 2025
To Continue Supporting Families of Children and Youth with Disabilities Family Connection of South Carolina announced it has been awarded a five-year grant from the U.S. Department of Education’s Office…
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Leadership South Carolina announces Class of 2026
August 8, 2025Leadership South Carolina announced the distinguished members of its Class of 2026. This year’s cohort represents a dynamic cross-section of South Carolina’s most accomplished professionals, public servants, and community…
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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis proclaims August as ‘Palmetto ABLE Savings Month’
August 8, 2025
State Treasurer Curtis Loftis proclaimed August as Palmetto ABLE Savings Month to remind South Carolinians about the value and impact of the state’s Palmetto ABLE Savings Program. As part of…
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August Hotel Hartness Events
August 7, 2025
Free RockBox Class at Hotel Hartness • Date/Time: Saturday, August 16, 2025 | 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM • Location: Hotel Hartness – White Oak Ballroom • Summary: RockBox Simpsonville is bringing its…
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Queen Of The Shoals
August 7, 2025
By Tom Poland Her May-June reign approaches. The rocky shoals spider lily, Hymenocallis coronaria, will soon flaunt her crown of white, green, and gold. Exquisite, ephemeral, and periled. Much…
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South Carolina legislators to speak at NAMI statewide Mental Health Conference
August 7, 2025
NAMI South Carolina announced the participation of three influential state lawmakers in its upcoming 2025 Annual Mental Health Conference: Unity in the Community: Mental Health for All. The event will…
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South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics Foundation announces new board members and officers
August 7, 2025
The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics (GSSM) Foundation has elected new board officers and welcomed eight new members to its board of directors for 2025–26. The following…
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SC trial attorneys launch national firm as Indexed Universal Life insurance schemes soar across the state
August 6, 2025
Founder Robert Rikard has recovered tens of millions for clients misled by “tax-free retirement” and investment-based insurance schemes surrounding Indexed Universal Life products. South Carolina trial attorneys Robert Rikard and…
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SC Chamber launches statewide tour for Blueprint 2035 project in Aiken
August 6, 2025
The South Carolina Chamber of Commerce (SC Chamber) officially kicked off its Blueprint 2035 Regional Tour last week in the Central Savannah River Area (CSRA), marking the first of several statewide stops aimed at…
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JDPR welcomes three promising communication professionals to its Executive Management Assistance Program
August 6, 2025
JDPR’s combination internship/mentor program has successfully fostered growth in hundreds of college students and young professionals over three decades. Industry-leading strategic marketing and communication agency JDPR proudly announces the addition…
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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis announces high credit ratings for South Carolina
August 6, 2025
State Treasurer Curtis Loftis announced that South Carolina has once again had its strong credit ratings reaffirmed by S&P Global, Moody’s, and Fitch Rating Services. “Safeguarding our state’s credit ratings…
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Habitat of Humanity of Greenville honors volunteers
August 5, 2025
Habitat for Humanity of Greenville County honored the people who go above and beyond when it comes to creating affordable homeownership opportunities in our community. The Volunteer Appreciation Breakfast is…
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The Southern Bank announces Nathan Sullivan as Vice President and Credit Administration Manager
August 5, 2025
The Southern Bank, a South Carolina- and Georgia-based community bank, announced the appointment of Nathan Sullivan as Vice President and Credit Administration Manager. In this role, he will oversee the…
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Ayla Luers Connor named to The Warehouse Theatre Board of Directors
August 5, 2025
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A., announced that Ayla Luers Connor, Special Counsel in the firm’s Greenville office, has been appointed to the Board of Directors of The Warehouse Theatre for a…
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Families rank Interim HealthCare among the nation’s best in hospice care, earning SHPBest™ 2024 Superior Performer award
August 5, 2025
Interim HealthCare of Greenville and Columbia, SC, has been recognized with the 2024 SHPBest™ “Superior Performer” award for outstanding caregiver experience in hospice care. This national award, presented by Strategic…
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SCRA announces new Member Companies and grant funding
August 5, 2025
IOVue and Sharpvue were accepted as South Carolina Research Authority Member Companies. Advent Innovations, Qatalyst Health, Tikvah Health and Wellness, Treblehook, Realize Ascent Labs, and Ripple Two received new grant…
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Greenville’s Biggest Book Sale is back
August 5, 2025
The Really Good, Really Big, Really Cheap Book Sale is back for its 24th year—bigger than ever and more than just a book sale. This Thursday, August 7, the Kick-Off…
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Greenville seeks applicants for city boards and commissions
August 5, 2025
The City of Greenville is accepting applications for vacancies on several of its boards and commissions. Seats are available on the Accommodations Tax Advisory Committee, Board of Zoning Appeals, Greenville…
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S.C. Certificate of Immunization for 5K-12th grade school entry now available online
August 4, 2025
The South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) announced the addition of the S.C. Certificate of Immunization (DPH Form 4024) to the Statewide Immunization Online Network (SIMON). Starting Aug. 1,…
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Verdae Development, Inc. welcomes Casey Seinturier as community engagement & communications manager for Bolden Street District
August 4, 2025
Verdae Development, Inc. announced the addition of Casey Seinturier as community engagement and communications manager, serving Bolden Street District. In her new role, Seinturier is responsible for implementing a strategic…
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16 MGC attorneys recognized in 2025 Legal Elite across South Carolina
August 4, 2025
Law firm McAngus Goudelock & Courie (MGC) announced the inclusion of 16 attorneys in 2025 Legal Elite across B2B: Columbia Business Monthly and Greenville Business Magazine. Recognized attorneys in MGC’s…
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Garvin Design Group, HNTB, and Contract Construction complete Coastal Carolina University’s Indoor Practice Facility
August 4, 2025
Garvin Design Group, HNTB, and Contract Construction announced the completion of Coastal Carolina University’s new Indoor Practice Facility in Conway, South Carolina. This state-of-the-art, 93,000-square-foot facility marks a significant enhancement…
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Greer CPW awarded $10 million grant
August 4, 2025
Will Strengthen Infrastructure and Wastewater Treatment Plant Services The Greer Commission of Public Works (CPW) was recently awarded a $10 million dollar grant from the South Carolina Rural Infrastructure Authority…
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Trehel promotes Matt Nalley to project superintendent
August 4, 2025
Trehel announced the promotion of Matt Nalley to a project superintendent role. Nalley joined Trehel in 2022 as an Assistant Superintendent. Since then, he has steadily grown in his role,…
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Greenwood Capital expands employee ownership
August 1, 2025
Bond, Cooper, and Pyles are New Principals of the Firm Greenwood Capital announced three additional employee owners to the firm. Claud W. (Will) Bond IV, John W. Cooper, and Dr.…
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Sumner & Todd attorneys named to 2025 Legal Elite
August 1, 2025
Steve Sumner and Scott Todd, partners of Sumner & Todd Attorneys at Law in Greenville, have been voted by their peers to South Carolina’s Legal Elite 2025 for DUI Defense.…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Dr. Susan Johnson, Nature at Work
July 31, 2025
The Who’s on the Move, Entrepreneur Minute is an interview in support of the undeniable impact that entrepreneurs have on our communities. In this series you will see a diverse group…
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Book signing Aug. 2 features new children’s book on Declaration of Independence
July 31, 2025
Children’s author Karen Petit will be at M. Judson Booksellers in Greenville on Saturday, Aug. 2, a pivotal date as the nation marks the 249th anniversary of the signing of…
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Seven Midlands women named Women of Distinction by Girl Scouts of South Carolina – Mountains to Midlands
July 31, 2025
Girl Scouts of South Carolina – Mountains to Midlands will honor seven Midlands area women for their courage, confidence, and character. Since 1993, the Women of Distinction event has recognized…
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US News & World Report names Bon Secours Hospitals Best in Greenville metro area
July 31, 2025
Bon Secours St. Francis has been recognized as a 2025-2026 “Best Hospital” by the U.S. News & World Report. Together, the health system’s two hospital campuses – St. Francis Eastside…
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acac to partner with Greenville Humane Society this August
July 31, 2025
Sweat for the pets! This August, your gym time at acac supports our four-legged friends. As part of its 30 Days for $30 in August, 100% of every 30-day pass…
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LawyerLisa, LLC welcomes Jeanean Petoskey as Chief Executive Officer
July 30, 2025
LawyerLisa, LLC announced the appointment of Jeanean Petoskey as the firm’s new Chief Executive Officer. A widely respected leader in legal operations and business strategy, Ms. Petoskey brings a bold…
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Twelve No’s and a Yes: One Man’s Journey to Building a Business
July 30, 2025
By Jeff Becraft I have mentioned before that years ago I was with an organization called Fairway Outreach. One of the kids that was part of Fairway Outreach was…
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Highway 13, Cemetery Road
July 30, 2025
By Tom Poland Pot holes pockmarked the old road. She promised a bumpy ride, but rivulets of tar stitched her together, and that was good enough for me. I…
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47 hospitals in South Carolina recognized for efforts to improve outcomes for Americans with heart disease and stroke
July 30, 2025
The American Heart Association’s Get With The Guidelines® initiative promotes up-to-date, research-based guidelines to ensure all patients have access to lifesaving care 47 hospitals in South Carolina are among the…
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Greenville County Redevelopment Authority dedicates home with Habitat Greenville
July 30, 2025
An agency that has long advocated for more affordable housing helped dedicate a home with Habitat for Humanity of Greenville County Tuesday evening. The Greenville County Redevelopment Authority (GCRA) works…
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Charles & Associates offering Design-Build Renovation services
July 30, 2025
One of the region’s leading home repair firms is now offering Design-Build Renovation services. Design-build renovations are a project delivery method where a single entity is responsible for both the…
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9th Annual Ned Marshall Memorial Golf Tournament to Benefit CDS
July 30, 2025
Join golfers from across the Southeast for a day of fun, games, and friendly competition—while supporting a great cause. Proceeds benefit the Center for Developmental Services (CDS), continuing the legacy…
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Colliers | South Carolina announces new shareholders
July 29, 2025
Charleston/Columbia/Greenville/Spartanburg, SC – The Board of Directors of Colliers International South Carolina, Inc. announced the election of five new shareholders from three Colliers markets across South Carolina. The new shareholders are:…
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SCDMV unveils new driver’s license and ID card designs
July 29, 2025
The South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles (SCDMV) unveiled designs for the state’s new driver’s licenses and identification cards, featuring enhanced security features and iconic visuals celebrating the Palmetto State.…
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