Kopis named one of the Top Workplaces in South Carolina for 2022
July 21, 2022
For the fourth year in a row, Kopis’s dedication to a strong employee environment has earned it a spot as one of the Top Workplaces in South Carolina. The program,…
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Build Carolina welcomes World Finance CEO and President Chad Prashad to its Board of Directors
July 21, 2022
World Finance CEO and President Chad Prashad was recently appointed to the Board of Directors at Build Carolina, a South Carolina-based nonprofit dedicated to advancing the state’s tech community through…
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Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS welcomes Lisa Stewart to the Company’s Simpsonville Office
July 21, 2022
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announced that Lisa Stewart has joined the company’s Simpsonville office as a sales associate. Lisa grew up in Chattanooga, Tennessee, and moved to…
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Blink Book Review #7: “Swimming with the Blowfish: Hootie, Healing and One Hell of a Ride” by Jim Sonefield
July 21, 2022
This is the seventh in a series of summer “Blink Book Reviews” by Reba Hull Campbell Memoirs can often fall into two categories – hugely self-aggrandizing or humbly honest.…
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United Community Bank strengthens corporate banking division with industry veteran
July 21, 2022
United Community Bank announced the addition of veteran banker Cory Boyte to lead the development of a corporate banking division. Boyte will utilize his extensive banking background to serve large…
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OneSpartanburg, Inc. launching Political Leadership Institute
July 21, 2022
Political Leadership Institute to connect interested candidates for elected office to Spartanburg County OneSpartanburg, Inc. will launch the Political Leadership Institute this fall, designed to provide Spartanburg County residents with…
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Nonprofits seek to buy Saluda Grade for rail trail
July 21, 2022
A coalition of nonprofits in North Carolina and South Carolina are working together to purchase the inactive Saluda Grade railroad corridor for a new approximately 31-mile rail trail. Similar to…
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Duke Energy responds to rising costs with $100,000 in grants to senior mobile meal programs in South Carolina
July 20, 2022
When times are tough and many feel a strain on their pocketbooks, older South Carolinians who are already in need of nutritious meals and the nonprofits that serve them can…
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Alchemy Comedy announces Ninth Annual Greenville Comedy Marathon
July 20, 2022
Twelve Straight Hours of Comedy Alchemy Comedy Theater announces their 9th Annual Greenville Comedy Marathon. The shows will take place at Alchemy Comedy Theater located at 1 E Coffee St,…
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A Peach Of A Summer
July 20, 2022
By Tom Poland From my orchard of memories a lonely peach tree stands in the front yard of my youth. The tree looked sickly and produced fruit a tad…
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Sage Services Group launches new visual brand, enhanced website
July 20, 2022
Sage Services Group, which provides health care facilities with high-quality patient monitoring device repairs and accessories at reasonable prices, has launched a new website and visual brand. Sage Services Group…
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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis announces Future Scholar promotion with Prisma Health
July 20, 2022
New parents eligible to receive privately-funded $5,290 grant State Treasurer Curtis Loftis announced a new collaboration between Future Scholar, South Carolina’s 529 College Savings Plan, and Prisma Health to promote…
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SCPRT awards nearly $1.2M in federal grants to 11 trail projects across the state
July 20, 2022
Two trail projects along the Saluda River selected for federal grant funding The South Carolina Department of Parks, Recreation & Tourism (SCPRT) is pleased to announce that 11 projects from…
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SC Launch Inc. announces second investment in Bubble Paper
July 20, 2022
South Carolina Research Authority (SCRA’s) investment affiliate, SC Launch Inc., has made its second investment in tForm, dba, Bubble Paper. This $300,000 investment will help the startup accelerate its growth to…
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State agencies encourage nominations for S.C. Environmental Awareness Award
July 20, 2022South Carolina state agencies are seeking nominations for an award to recognize individuals who do extraordinary work advocating for our state’s natural environment. Nominations for the South Carolina Environmental Awareness Award…
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South Carolina ETV gains new talent with Robert Pascucci to lead regional efforts in Rock Hill
July 20, 2022
Pascucci takes role as Director of Content and Operations for ETV Carolinas South Carolina ETV and Public Radio (SCETV) recently announced Robert Pascucci as the new Director of Content and…
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PTC Innovation Team of the Year redefines creative collaboration
July 20, 2022The Piedmont Technical College (PTC) Area Commission presented the college’s 2022 Innovation Team of the Year Award to the PTC Economic Development Team at a meeting earlier this year. Members…
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Infinity Marketing welcomes Brandon Godwin
July 19, 2022
GREENVILLE, S.C. – Infinity Marketing, a fully integrated marketing agency in the Upstate, recently expanded its roster with the addition of Brandon Godwin as Senior Director of Strategy and Business…
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Current names Jason Scott Fokens as new VP, General Counsel
July 19, 2022
GREENVILLE, SC – Current announced that Jason Scott Fokens has been named VP, General Counsel. Jason brings more than 25 years of leadership experience in legal, patent and intellectual property…
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Lawson to receive SC Humanities Award
July 19, 2022
Dr. Len Lawson, assistant professor of English at Newberry College, has been named a recipient of the 2022 Fresh Voices in the Humanities Award. The prestigious award is given by…
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McCrory Construction welcomes Katie Bogan as Chief Financial Officer
July 19, 2022
McCrory Construction announces Katie Bogan, CPA, has joined the company as Chief Financial Officer (CFO) with specific responsibility for the company’s financial systems, accounting functions and financial reporting. Bogan will…
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Joan Herlong & Associates Sotheby’s International Realty honors top agents
July 19, 2022
Joan Herlong & Associates Sotheby’s International Realty has honored its top agents for June. In the Greenville office, the top agents for transactions closed for buyer clients were Alexis Furman…
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GADC names officers for 2022-2023, adds two Directors to Greenville County’s Economic Development Board
July 19, 2022
The Greenville Area Development Corporation (GADC), charged with promoting and enhancing quality of life in Greenville County by facilitating job growth and investment, has named Jim Burns (pictured) as Chairman…
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Advanced Manufacturing and Engineering Night coming to Fluor Field for a seventh year
July 19, 2022
The Greenville Drive, BMW, Michelin, Greenville County Schools, GE, and Greenville Technical College will host Advanced Manufacturing & Engineering (AM&E) Night at Fluor Field on Tuesday, July 26. The goal…
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Greenville Center for Creative Arts opens 7th Annual Showcase on First Friday, August 5
July 19, 2022
Greenville Center for Creative Arts (GCCA) will hold its seventh Annual Showcase on Friday, August 5, from 6 – 9 pm at 101 Abney Street in the Village of West…
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Harvest Hope is asking the community to Take a Bite Out of Hunger
July 19, 2022
Harvest Hope Food Bank invites local communities to join them July 18-31 during their annual “Take a Bite Out of Hunger” campaign. To celebrate Shark Week, neighbors can take action…
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Governor appoints Bedingfield as chairman of South Carolina Opioid Recovery Fund Board
July 19, 2022
Eric Bedingfield, governmental affairs director at Greenville Technical College, has been appointed by Governor Henry McMaster as chairman of the South Carolina Opioid Recovery Fund Board, the group charged with…
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Countybank’s mortgage department passes $3 billion in loan volume
July 19, 2022
Countybank’s mortgage department reached a significant milestone earlier this year as it surpassed the $3 billion mark in overall loan volume closed since its formation, comprised of more than 15,000…
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SC Women’s Executive Luncheon by Women Confidence Builders
July 18, 2022
The 3rd annual SC Women’s Executive Luncheon, traditionally held in conjunction with the BMW Supplier Diversity Conference, will be held on August 30, 2022 at the Greenville Convention Center. Doors…
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Greenville Chamber leaders recognized by leading industry organizations
July 18, 2022
Two Greenville Chamber executives have been recognized by leading chamber industry organizations. Liz Horton, the Greenville Chamber’s Senior Vice President, has been recognized for 20 years of service by Carolinas…
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Bon Secours earns Environmental Excellence Awards
July 18, 2022
Bon Secours is receiving recognition for its commitment to sustainability, specifically when it comes to changes in the operating room. Practice Greenhealth, a leading sustainability member organization for hospital networks,…
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Home Builders Association of Greenville named Applause Award winner by Better Business Bureau of the Upstate
July 18, 2022
BBB® of Upstate South Carolina awarded Home Builders Association of Greenville, Inc. with the BBB Applause Award for meeting and exceeding advertising standards. Each quarter, BBB’s Local Advertising Review Program (LARP)…
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U.S. Space Force names Clemson University its newest strategic partner
July 18, 2022
The U.S. Space Force welcomed Clemson University as an official member of its University Partnership Program (UPP) at a Memorandum of Understanding signing event on July 18. The USSF — the sixth…
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OTO Development scquires DoubleTree by Hilton in North Redington Beach
July 18, 2022
OTO Development has added the DoubleTree by Hilton in North Redington Beach, Florida, to its growing beachfront leisure portfolio. South Carolina-based OTO Development, which is part of The Johnson Group,…
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Kayaking on the Wateree River then a 3.5-mile hike
July 18, 2022
Central Electric Power Co-op CEO discusses the importance of the SC7 Expedition ROB HOCHSTETLER, president and CEO of Central Electric Power Cooperative; Dr. Tom Mullikin; and other dignitaries and outdoor…
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Marketing Minute: Making Connections
July 18, 2022
Marketing Minute with Robert Andrews, NP Strategy When was the last time you took a deep dive into your contacts? This week’s video discusses the value of utilizing your…
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Greenville Area Parkinson Society names Jody Hamblett as Executive Director
July 18, 2022
The Greenville Area Parkinson Society has announced Jody Hamblett as its new Executive Director. Hamblett has been in non-profit leadership for more than two decades. Prior to coming to GAPS,…
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TacMed Solutions™ is bucking the supply chain crisis with made in the USA Tourniquets
July 18, 2022
Amid a global supply chain crisis, TacMed Solutions quickly developed a sustainable production model to work against the supply chain crisis and aid the Ukrainian relief effort. To scale the…
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Danny Tang named chief information officer at Furman
July 15, 2022
Danny Tang has been named chief information officer and associate vice president for technology at Furman. Tang will be a member of the Senior Administrative Team and will report to…
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Randy Murr selected as the inaugural Barbara Stone Community Leadership Award honoree
July 15, 2022
The Barbara Stone Foundation, a non-profit organization focused on supporting visionary and creative programs and initiatives for individuals with disabilities, presented Randy Murr with the first-ever Barbara Stone Community…
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2022 “GroundBreakers” honored for positively impacting the Carolinas construction industry
July 15, 2022
GroundBreak Carolinas has announced the results of its 2022 GroundBreaker Awards, an annual awards program that recognizes individuals who have gone above and beyond to make a difference for the construction community…
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NHE a Repeat Honoree on SC Best Places to Work Rankings for 2022
July 15, 2022
NHE has been named a repeat honoree on the exclusive list of South Carolina’s Best Places to Work, presented by Best Companies Group and SC BIZ News. The only property…
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South Carolina Healthy Business Challenge launch
July 14, 2022Photo from left – Joey Current, Caitlin Townsend, Rick Gantt, Lt. Governor Pamela Evette, Michelle McCollum, Susan Johnson, Mike Harris and Jen Wright Local Charleston, SC program expands Statewide, launches…
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Upstate Warrior Solution announces new Board Member
July 14, 2022
Upstate Warrior Solution (UWS) welcomes Regional Managing Director of Truist Health, Dwight McPherson, to its Board of Directors. This brings UWS’ Board of Directors to a total of 23 members.…
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New funding opportunity for Anderson County Watershed Protection
July 14, 2022Past pollution legal settlement provides grants for cleaner water The Anderson County Watershed Protection Council is seeking grant applications for projects that will protect or restore water quality in Anderson…
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Ice Cream Station partners with Set Free to end child slavery
July 14, 2022
Set Free, a global nonprofit organization based in Greenville, SC, is excited to share a refreshing new way to support their humanitarian work around the world. During the month of…
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Local Organizations collaborate for community-wide back to school event
July 14, 2022
Upstate Community and Family Day The Urban League of the Upstate, a local non-profit organization. The Urban League of the Upstate’s college access program, Project Ready, prepares middle and high…
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Upstate fifth grader wins National Girl Scout essay contest
July 14, 2022
Amelia Pearson will receive a badge that has been to the moon A fifth grade Girl Scout from Forest Acres Elementary is the winner of a national essay contest, “Girl…
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FUEL selects the Barbara Stone Foundation as third quarter grant recipient
July 13, 2022
FUEL – a Greenville, S.C.-based strategic marketing and branding agency – announced today that it has selected the Barbara Stone Foundation as the FUEL for Good third quarter 2022 grant…
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Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS welcomes Brandy Harrison to the company’s Woodruff at Five Forks office
July 13, 2022
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS is pleased to announce that Brandy Harrison has joined the company’s Woodruff at Five Forks office as a sales associate. Brandy Harrison began…
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