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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FUEL accepting applications for 3rd quarter nonprofit grant program
June 5, 2022
FUEL, a Greenville, S.C.-based marketing and advertising agency specializing in strategy, branding, and demand generation, is accepting applications for its FUEL for Good Grant program for the third quarter. As…
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Terminix shares eight travel tips to protect against bed bugs this summer
June 5, 2022
Following two years of decreased travel, experts are predicting a significant bounce-back this summer. With increased travel comes a greater risk of bed bug encounters, and Terminix Service, Inc., the…
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Hotel Hartness announces Michael Bonasia as Director of Sales and Marketing
June 4, 2022
Hotel Hartness today announced Michael Bonasia as director of sales and marketing. In this role, Bonasia will be responsible for driving business development and leading the sales team for the…
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Renu Energy Solutions supports Wild Hope Farm’s journey to net zero with new solar installations
June 3, 2022
Two new solar arrays, composed of 62 panels, will increase Wild Hope Farm’s clean energy generation capacity and support their net zero energy goals Renu Energy Solutions, a locally-owned and…
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Duke Energy supports fellow first responders in South Carolina with more than $500,000 in grants to support emergency preparedness
June 2, 2022
Funding will support 34 nonprofits and government agencies from across the state Grants up to $20,000 will pay for training, life-saving equipment and new technology to aid in disaster planning…
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9Round honors top franchisees at 2022 World Convention
June 2, 2022
9Round, the world’s largest kickboxing chain, announced the winners of the brand’s most prestigious awards during its 2022 World Convention held in Orlando, Florida this month. These awards include the…
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Experience Columbia launches Digital Pimento Cheese Passport
June 2, 2022
Today, two days prior to National Cheese Day on June 4, Experience Columbia SC will be re-launching it’s highly-successful Pimento Cheese Passport. The refreshed passport features 17 dishes highlighting the…
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Infinity Marketing welcomes six summer interns
June 2, 2022Infinity Marketing, a fully integrated marketing agency in the Upstate, is pleased to have six interns for the summer semester. Returning to Infinity, Brooke Ruhoff joins for a second semester…
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James Owens appointed Countybank BSA Officer
June 2, 2022
Countybank announced that James Owens has been appointed Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) Officer by the Countybank Board of Directors overseeing both the BSA and Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC)…
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Greenwood Capital expand retirement solutions, recognize W. Coxe and D. Lollis for achieving retirement credentials
June 2, 2022
Greenwood Capital announces the expansion of its group and individual retirement plan/account solutions utilizing proprietary unified managed account (“UMA”) models, enabling plan participants/clients to customize their retirement accounts for their…
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Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS welcomes Sherry Pelletier to the Company’s Pelham Road Office
June 2, 2022
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announced that Sherry Pelletier has joined the company’s Pelham Road office as a sales associate. Sherry grew up in Greenville and has proudly…
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Harvest Hope Food Bank has an urgent need for volunteers
June 1, 2022
Harvest Hope Food Bank is in urgent need of volunteers to complete the packing of boxes for our Senior Program. Harvest Hope sends out over 3,400 senior boxes monthly and…
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Grant funding for Greenville Technical College’s Upward Bound Program renewed
June 1, 2022
A grant from the U.S. Department of Education funding the Upward Bound program at Greenville Technical College (GTC) has been renewed for a five-year period. GTC will receive $1.5 million…
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IMPH releases recommendations for S.C.’s Direct Care Workforce in long-term care settings
June 1, 2022
The South Carolina Institute of Medicine and Public Health (IMPH) has released a new report that surveys the challenges associated with direct care worker recruitment and retention throughout South Carolina.…
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Webinar to help employers attract and retain workers
May 31, 2022
Merit pay for Upstate workers has risen 5.6 percent over the past 12 months but with inflation rising 8.6 percent over the same period, workers are not inclined to celebrate.…
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Colliers | South Carolina brokers receive global recognition from Society of Industrial and Office Realtors® (SIOR) for top industrial transactions in 2021
May 31, 2022
Greenville-Spartanburg, Charleston, SC – Colliers brokers in Greenville-Spartanburg and Charleston, SC were recently honored by the prestigious Society of Industrial and Office Realtors® (SIOR) for top industrial transactions in 2021.…
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South Carolina Bar recognizes 2022 Annual Award recipients
May 31, 2022
Five South Carolina attorneys and one law firm were recently recognized by the South Carolina Bar for their outstanding contributions to the legal profession in South Carolina. The recognitions took…
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U.S. Bankruptcy Judge John E. Waites receives Order of the Palmetto Award
May 31, 2022
On May 19, 2022, United States Bankruptcy Judge John E. Waites, District of South Carolina, received from Henry Dargan McMaster, the Governor of South Carolina, the highest award given to…
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South Carolinians can expect a ‘flightmare’ of airport delays, starting on May 30th, warns travel expert
May 31, 2022Memorial Day Mayhem: South Carolina travelers can expect a ‘flightmare’ of airport delays starting on May 30th, warns travel expert. With Memorial Day quickly approaching, so is the unofficial start of…
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Pride Link and The Community Tap to host Second Annual Community Pride Fair
May 31, 2022
Fair to Highlight Pride Month & Raising Money for Pride Link Give OUT Day Campaign Pride Link, a community-based nonprofit working to improve the quality of life for all LGBTQ+…
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ElevatED4SC video podcast challenges business leaders to see education differently
May 31, 2022
The final episode of the ElevatED4SC video podcast’s first season looks at real-life solutions reflecting hope for South Carolina education through the eyes of a successful business leader. This episode…
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Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS welcomes Mekel Waldrop to the Company’s Anderson Office
May 31, 2022
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS is pleased to announce that Mekel Waldrop has joined the company’s Anderson office as a sales associate. Mekel Waldrop is an experienced real…
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SeamonWhiteside offers actionable strategies to recruit top talent and build a strong workforce
May 31, 2022
SeamonWhiteside (SW+), a full-service site design firm throughout the Carolinas, offers hiring strategies for companies to build a strong workforce successfully. These actionable tips aim to create an efficient and…
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Clemson program earns ‘A+’ ranking for preparing elementary math teachers
May 31, 2022
Nothing is better on a report card than an “A+,” which is just the grade that Clemson’s elementary math education program has received on the national stage. The Clemson University…
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Quitchet to become GGAR’s search app portal and one of its two schedulers
May 31, 2022
Quitchet is now the official App and search portal for The Greater Greenville Association of Realtors, while also becoming a new communication tool for the organization’s members, representing more than…
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$2 million gift endows Clemson University Wood Utilization + Design Institute directorship
May 31, 2022
Micky and Amy Scott have gifted $2 million to the Clemson University Wood Utilization + Design Institute to endow the institute’s directorship. The Patricia “Pat” Layton Endowed Directorship is named in honor…
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Clemson-led research teams launch rockets into aurora borealis to study energy exchange
May 31, 2022
As the Northern Lights danced over Poker Flat Research Range near Fairbanks, Alaska, early one morning in April, a team of researchers led by Clemson University assistant professor of physics Stephen Kaeppler launched a…
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