SCDOT wins regional transportation award for bridge project in Beaufort County
August 31, 2022The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) has won a regional transportation award for innovative technology used in the US 21 over Harbor River Bridge Replacement Project in Beaufort County. “We…
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New NCAA Division I Collegiate golf tournament shines spotlight on Spartanburg
August 30, 2022
The Carolina Cup provides an exclusive experience to university golfers and corporate sponsors Welcoming 15 universities stretching up and down the entirety of the East Coast and to the Midwest…
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2022 Fall foreign language classes at Upstate International, register now
August 30, 2022
Language classes are open for registration at Upstate International. We are offering this semester Russian, English, French, Danish, Italian, Japanese, Spanish and Vietnamese. This is an opportunity to enhance your…
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S.C. Arts Commission doubles grantmaking record with $11.9 million investment
August 30, 2022
FY22 grants for arts and arts learning impacted 43 counties The South Carolina Arts Commission is announcing that it more than doubled its previous grant-making record by investing $11.9 million…
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Nine black leading or black serving S.C. nonprofits chosen to participate in pilot cohort program
August 30, 2022Duke Energy and Together SC have Joined Forces to Invest in Community-Focused Nonprofits In celebration of Black Philanthropy Month, Duke Energy and Together SC announce the selection of nine nonprofit…
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Infinity Marketing promotes five team members
August 30, 2022Infinity Marketing, a fully integrated marketing agency in the Upstate, is proud to promote several team members: Steve Laiewski, Graphic Design Lead; Landon Senn, Video Production Strategist; Josh Tankersley,…
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SCDOT Office of Public Transit to host Technical Outreach Session
August 30, 2022
The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) Office of Public Transit is hosting a technical assistance outreach session for private nonprofit organizations who serve senior citizens and individuals with disabilities.…
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Rare standalone building on S. Main Street for lease with incredible renovation opportunity
August 30, 2022
Sealed bids due October 10, 2022 659 S. Main Street is a ±4,000-square-foot standalone building on a rare ±0.5 acres situated in the heart of Downtown Greenville’s West End Historic…
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Hotel Hartness announces Carly May as Director of Catering
August 30, 2022
Hotel Hartness announces the appointment of Carly May as Director of Catering, where she will spearhead the sales and operations for the hotel’s catering events. This includes managing onsite events…
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Countybank Foundation supports Boys and Girls Club of the Lakelands region
August 30, 2022
Countybank and Greenwood Capital recently donated $1,000 to the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Lakelands Region. The donation will go toward operations for the new 12,000-square-foot Josh Norman STARZ24…
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The Pelham Medical Center Golf for Relief is set to tee off for another Hole-in-One
August 29, 2022
The Pelham Medical Center Golf for Relief is scheduled for Monday, September 26th at Cherokee Valley Course & Club. The tournament benefits Greer Relief, a nonprofit organization that serves the Greer community with…
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Football Season is Back! Eat, drink and draft with Carolina Ale House
August 29, 2022
Football is back and your local Carolina Ale House is the headquarters to eat, drink and draft this season! Carolina Ale House is made for football — and with their 50+…
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Marketing Minute: Social Media, Your Virtual Front Porch
August 29, 2022
Marketing Minute with Kait Park, NP Strategy How does your business or brand look from the outside looking in? This week’s video discusses the importance of keeping up with…
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Colliers Report: Business as usual in Greenville-Spartanburg shops
August 29, 2022
Commercial Real Estate Research & Forecast Report Q2 2022 Greenville-Spartanburg Retail Market Highlights Despite national concerns surrounding inflation and higher interest rates, it is business as usual or better in…
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Carolina Moves announces the formation of The Founders Group
August 29, 2022
Carolina Moves Real Estate is excited to announce a new Real Estate Team named The Founders Group. This commercial and residential real estate team was created by Matt Foster, Josh…
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CommunityWorks celebrates grand opening of Learning Center
August 29, 2022
Last week, CommunityWorks held a grand opening for The CommunityWorks Learning Center in the Jud Hub, a social Innovation hub located in the historic Judson Mill District. The Learning Center…
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Wyche attorney Rita Bolt Barker elected as a Fellow of the American College of Environmental Lawyers
August 29, 2022
Wyche attorney Rita Bolt Barker has been elected as a Fellow of the American College of Environmental Lawyers. The American College of Environmental Lawyers elects fellows based on their recognition…
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S.C. Arts Commission expands team of arts professionals
August 26, 2022
The South Carolina Arts Commission is announcing that four skilled professionals joined its team so far in 2022, creating two departments, expanding another, and providing critical support for a growing…
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Truist Foundation awards grant to The Hill Institute’s GVL Starts to support startup ventures
August 25, 2022It started as a casual meeting over coffee just as COVID-19 made its debut. Anthony Herrera, chief innovation officer and executive director of The Hill Institute for Innovation and Entrepreneurship at Furman…
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Bon Secours Wellness Arena establishes mission to showcase Hispanic acts
August 25, 2022
Bon Secours Wellness Arena, an award-winning state-of-the-art sports and entertainment venue located in downtown Greenville, announces its mission to showcase Hispanic acts and bring more diverse programming to the upstate.…
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‘Start Your Engines!’ NASCAR exhibit racing to Upcountry History Museum
August 25, 2022
NASCAR races are always filled with “thrill of victory and agony of defeat” moments, and “Fast Lane: The NASCAR Photography of Darryl Moran,” the newest exhibition opening at the Upcountry…
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The Gospel. Sunday Piano Memories
August 25, 2022
By Tom Poland The old book and instrument of wood and ivory need each other. In fact, they share what biologists call a symbiotic relationship. In my recall of…
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Infinity Marketing named one of South Carolina’s Best Places to Work
August 25, 2022Infinity Marketing, a fully integrated marketing agency in the Upstate, has been named one of The Best Places to Work in South Carolina in 2022, by the SC Chamber of…
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Golf Digest ranks 11 Myrtle Beach courses among South Carolina’s best public layouts
August 25, 2022As part of a relaunch of its “Best Places to Play” initiative, Golf Digest has unveiled its list of South Carolina’s best public courses, and Myrtle Beach dominated the venerable…
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Milliken & Company welcomes new textile business president
August 25, 2022
Diversified global manufacturer Milliken & Company has promoted David Smith to executive vice president and president of Milliken’s Textile Business. Stepping into this new role after more than 40 years…
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Southern First named No. 5 Best Overall Bank by Bank Director
August 25, 2022
Southern First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: SFST), holding company for Southern First Bank, was recognized as the No. 5 Best Overall Bank in Bank Director’s annual “Ranking Banking” Report. Bank Director…
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Upstate Warrior Solution receives grant for Veteran Entrepreneurship and Workforce Development program
August 24, 2022
Upstate Warrior Solution (UWS) was awarded a grant from Truist Foundation to expand their Veteran Entrepreneurship and Workforce Development program. This grant will enable UWS to provide training and mentorship…
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Northwestern Mutual-Greenville selects Britton Boren as new intern
August 24, 2022
Northwestern Mutual, a leading financial services company, has selected Britton Boren to participate in the firm’s nationally recognized internship program at the Greenville office. As an intern, Boren will gain…
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Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS welcomes Brandon Laass to the Company’s Commercial Division
August 24, 2022
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announced that Brandon Laass has joined the company’s Commercial Division as a sales associate. Brandon has a passion for commercial real estate. With…
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Sunny Days Entertainment, LLC expanding and moving corporate headquarters to Laurens County
August 24, 2022
$16 million investment will create 80 new jobs Sunny Days Entertainment, LLC, a leading supplier, distributor and manufacturer of children’s toys, today announced plans to move its expanding corporate headquarters…
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Carolina Handling supports Greenville Technical College with Raymond lift truck donation
August 24, 2022
Carolina Handling is helping increase training opportunities at Greenville Technical College with the donation of a Raymond electric, sit-down counterbalanced lift truck to the college’s Industrial, Manufacturing and Trades department.…
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First Reliance Bank names Chris Laughridge to Market President, Greenville
August 24, 2022
First Reliance Bank is pleased to announce the promotion of Chris Laughridge to Market President, Greenville. He will be responsible for leading the Greenville team and building the bank’s footprint…
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Colliers Report: New apartments will alleviate constraint in the Greenville-Spartanburg multifamily market
August 23, 2022
Commercial Real Estate Research & Forecast Report Q2 2022 Greenville-Spartanburg Multifamily Market Highlights Multifamily properties are currently one of the best-performing sectors of commercial real estate. In the Greenville-Spartanburg market…
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Impact Housing Group establishing operations in Oconee County
August 23, 2022
$30 million investment will create 215 new jobs over the next five years Impact Housing Group, a premier manufacturer of modular design housing, today announced plans to establish operations in…
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Southern First names Cal Hurst as President
August 23, 2022
Southern First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: SFST), holding company for Southern First Bank, announced the appointment of Cal Hurst to President. Hurst has served as Chief Banking Officer and Executive Vice…
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Grants available for building and maintaining recreational trails across South Carolina
August 23, 2022
SCPRT is accepting letters of intent from eligible entities until October 1, 2022 The South Carolina Department of Parks, Recreation & Tourism (SCPRT) is now accepting letters of intent from…
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River Falls Spa relocates to historic Judson Mill District
August 23, 2022
Expands services after 16 years in downtown location River Falls Spa, the Upstate’s premier spa destination for Greenville residents and visitors, is pleased to announce its relocation to the historic…
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Broadstreet, Inc. makes private equity investment in Crystal Lagoons® amenities in South Carolina
August 23, 2022
Broadstreet, Inc. has continued its strong growth in the Carolinas by providing private equity backing to the first state of the art Crystal Lagoons® amenity in South Carolina through Broadstreet’s…
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Rainbow International of Greenville SC named a Nextdoor 2022 Neighborhood Favorite local business
August 23, 2022
Rainbow International of Greenville SC has been named to the winning list of Nextdoor’s 6th annual Neighborhood Favorites, an awards program recognizing local businesses committed to helping their neighborhoods thrive.…
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Countybank Foundation donates $1,500 to the Humane Society of Greenwood
August 23, 2022
Countybank and Greenwood Capital recently donated $1,500 to the Humane Society of Greenwood (HSOG). The donation will go toward the HSOG’s Pet Foster Program. The program enables the HSOG to…
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Infinity Marketing promotes five integrated marketing team members
August 23, 2022Infinity Marketing, a fully integrated marketing agency in the Upstate, is proud to promote several team members: Meghan McMenamy, Integrated Marketing Lead; Ashley Kendall and Sarah Johnson, Integrated Marketing…
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Global Location Strategies on Inc. 5000 for second year
August 22, 2022
Inc. magazine has revealed that Global Location Strategies (GLS) made its annual Inc. 5000 list for the second straight year. GLS ranked No. 3233 on the list, which is the…
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Converse University announces Dr. Joe Wilferth as Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs
August 22, 2022
Following a highly-competitive, national search, Converse University has appointed Dr. Joe Wilferth as its new Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs. Dr. Wilferth will begin his tenure at Converse…
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LS3P’s Kristie Nicoloff accepted into Leadership Greenville 49th class
August 22, 2022
LS3P’s Senior Associate Kristie Nicoloff, NCIDQ, IIDA, ASID, was accepted into the 49th class of the Greenville Chamber’s Leadership Greenville. The participants go through an intensive application process based on…
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Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS welcomes Rachel Brandenburg to the company’s Woodruff at Five Forks office
August 22, 2022
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS is pleased to announce that Rachel Brandenburg has joined the company’s Woodruff at Five Forks office as a sales associate. Rachel understands that…
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Oklahaven awards Sherman College for “Have a Heart” support
August 22, 2022
The children’s chiropractic center Oklahaven has recognized Sherman College for its support during the 2022 “Have-A-Heart” campaign. Oklahaven’s CEO Dr. Bobby Doscher presented the College Award to Dean of Clinics…
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Mount Ariel Chapter, DAR presents Distinguished Citizen Medal to Anne Eller
August 22, 2022
Photo by Karen Petit Anne Eller of WCRS Radio has been awarded the Distinguished Citizen Medal by the Mount Ariel Chapter, National Society Daughters of the American Revolution. The award…
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Lima One Capital adds Business Development Representative
August 22, 2022
Lima One Capital has added Heath Pierce as a Business Development Representative serving the Pacific Northwest. A Central Washington University graduate, Pierce has worked in the alternative funding industry for…
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Proactive MD promotes Frances Taylor to Senior Director of Marketing and Communications
August 22, 2022
Proactive MD, the transformative and rapidly-growing Advanced Primary Care provider headquartered in Simpsonville, has promoted Frances Taylor to Senior Director of Marketing & Communications. A Greenville native with nearly a…
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Tate joins Flagship Properties
August 22, 2022
Roger Tate recently joined Flagship Properties as a commercial real estate agent. Flagship Properties is a prominent, full-service real estate company in the Upstate offering commercial sales and leasing, residential…
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