South Carolina DPH unveils online health compass for county-level data insights
July 7, 2025
The South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) and the Alliance for a Healthier South Carolina announced the launch of South Carolina Health Compass — an online collection of data dashboards…
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From Pasture to Purpose, Part Three: A Dream Unleashed at Pet Commander Kennels
July 7, 2025
By Brenda Stewart, Publisher, Laurens County Buzz This article is part three in a three-part series about JBW Farms and the journey of the Watkins family as they turned faith,…
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California Governor Newsom Making Stop in Laurens as Part of SC Tour
July 7, 2025
California Governor Gavin Newsom will participate in a special meet-and-greet event in Laurens on Wednesday, July 9. The visit is part of his statewide “On the Road With Governor Newsom” tour, organized in…
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Mountain High Outfitters opens in Columbiana Centre
July 7, 2025
Birmingham, Alabama based Mountain High Outfitters has officially opened in the great state of South Carolina. Their first location has opened inside the Columbiana Centre in Columbia SC. The official…
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Vice Presidents selected at Greenville Technical College
July 7, 2025
Two vice presidents have been appointed to leadership roles at Greenville Technical College. Dr. Candice Lewis was selected as vice president of learning and workforce development, succeeding Dr. Larry Miller,…
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Colliers Report: Charleston Office Market Q2 2025
July 7, 2025
Colliers | South Carolina Market Report Shrinking availability may spur new construction Market Highlights Class A availability in Downtown Charleston is shrinking rapidly as no full floors remain. As the…
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Greenville Technical College and Prisma Health join forces to train new EMS workers
July 7, 2025
Greenville Technical College (GTC) and Prisma Health will collaborate to attract and prepare new Emergency Medical Technician workers. According to the South Carolina Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Association, the state’s…
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Converse Graduate Chloe Cleland ’25 wins Fulbright Research Scholarship
July 7, 2025
May 2025 graduate Chloe Cleland recently made history at Converse when she became the first recipient of the University’s Fulbright Research/Study Scholarship in more than 50 years. Having completed more…
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Disney’s The Little Mermaid at Town Theatre – July 11-27
July 7, 2025
“Just look at the world around you ~ such wonderful things surround you ~ what more is you lookin’ for?” Indeed, life under the sea is a magical kingdom. But…
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Colliers brings two Class A office buildings in Columbia to full occupancy
July 7, 2025
Colliers has been awarded the leasing assignment for an additional building in the Center Point office park Colliers | South Carolina brokers Henry Roe and Allen Wilkerson, SIOR, CCIM have…
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Wallick Investments welcomes Victoria Matise
July 7, 2025
Wallick Investments, LLC announced Ms. Victoria (Tori) Matise, a 2024 University of Georgia Honors graduate in Finance, has joined the firm as an Investment Advisor Representative. Her responsibilities include business…
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acac Greenville completes major revitalization of its fitness floor and tennis courts
July 7, 2025acac Fitness & Wellness’s Congaree Road site looks and feels a little different this week. The 55,000 SF foot fitness center redid its fitness floor with 38 new pieces of…
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2025 Hughes Investments Elevate Upstate grants
July 7, 2025
Ten at the Top and Hughes Investments are excited to launch the 12th annual Hughes Investments Elevate Upstate Vibrancy Grants. Since 2013, the program has funded over 35 vibrancy initiatives…
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Collins & Lacy, P.C. welcomes J. Andrew Ritner to its Retail & Hospitality Practice Group
July 7, 2025
Collins and Lacy, P.C. welcomed J. Andrew Ritner to its Retail and Hospitality Practice Group. Andrew’s career has been defined by his unwavering commitment to both his country and clients…
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Genesis Healthcare receives national recognition for excellence in patient care
July 7, 2025
Genesis Healthcare, which operates multiple Federally Qualified Health Centers across South Carolina, has once again earned national recognition for its commitment to exceptional patient care. The Health Resources and Services…
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Bubble Paper welcomes Alexandra Briordy as Marketing Manager
July 7, 2025
Bubble Paper, a leader in sustainable packaging solutions, announced the addition of Alexandra Briordy to its Marketing Team as a Marketing Manager. With a strong foundation in digital marketing, analytics,…
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Midlands Technical College finishes number two in the nation at SkillsUSA
July 7, 2025
Midlands Technical College’s (MTC’s) Building Construction Technology team won silver in the SkillsUSA National Leadership & Skills Conference, held June 23-27, 2025 in Atlanta, GA. The award marked the fourth…
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Lander University Announces Faculty Tenure and Promotions
July 7, 2025
On the recommendation of the provost and the University Tenure and Promotions Committee, Lander University President Dr. Richard Cosentino announced the decision to promote and/or grant tenure to outstanding members…
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College of Charleston Alumna awarded NSF Graduate Research Fellowship
July 7, 2025
With the help of the Office of Nationally Competitive Awards, marine biology graduate Emily Dombrowski ’23 recently received a National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship. Emily Dombrowski ’23 earned dual degrees…
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Mast Store gifts local land trusts
July 7, 2025
Mast General Store sent checks totaling more than $70,000 to a group of land trusts across its four-state region to conclude its Land Trust Day celebration. Each of the family-…
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Know Who to Call: Clinton Shares After-Hours Emergency Numbers
July 7, 2025
The City of Clinton is reminding residents to keep key contact numbers on hand in the event they experience service issues or emergencies outside of regular business hours. Whether it’s…
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College View’s 25th Annual Block Parade Offers a Heartfelt Slice of Americana
July 7, 2025
While the big fireworks shows and city-wide celebrations lit up the night skies across Laurens County on July 3rd, it was a much simpler event on the morning of Independence…
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Track Your Mail Before It Arrives: USPS Offers Free Informed Delivery Service
July 7, 2025
Staying on top of your incoming mail has never been easier, thanks to a free service offered by the United States Postal Service. Informed Delivery allows residential consumers to digitally…
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SC7 Expedition Returns to Laurens County for Day 10 Hike on Statewide Conservation Journey
July 7, 2025
Now in its sixth year, the month-long South Carolina Seven (SC7) expedition is once again traversing the Palmetto State to raise awareness of its natural wonders and the need to protect them.…
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How to Build a Habit of Shopping Local: The 4-Week Laurens County Challenge
July 7, 2025
Shop Local Series, Part 9 By Brenda Stewart, Publisher Laurens County Buzz At the Laurens County Buzz, we’ve spent the past several months spotlighting the power of shopping local—and the…
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Lake Greenwood Tragedy Underscores the Importance of Boating Safety and Sobriety on the Water
July 6, 2025
A tragic boating collision on Lake Greenwood on Sunday, July 6, claimed two lives and left others injured. As details continue to unfold, the incident appears to involve boating under…
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South Carolina DPH Unveils Online Health Compass for County-Level Data Insights
July 6, 2025
The South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) and the Alliance for a Healthier South Carolina today announced the launch of South Carolina Health Compass — an online collection of…
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Auditions Announced for Shrek the Musical in Clinton
July 6, 2025
Local performers invited to bring this fairy tale to life Get ready to head into the swamp! Auditions are now open for Shrek the Musical, a high-energy production filled with…
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Columbia Marionette Theater Brings Fairy Tale Fun to Laurens County Libraries
July 6, 2025
A delightful puppet adventure is coming to town! On Thursday, July 10, the Laurens County Library System will host performances by the Columbia Marionette Theater, a beloved troupe known for…
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ACEC-SC salutes industry leaders and rising talent at 2025 Awards
July 3, 2025
The American Council of Engineering Companies of South Carolina (ACEC-SC) proudly honored two outstanding professionals during the 2025 South Carolina Engineering Conference & Trade Show, held in June in Myrtle…
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La’Jessica Stringfellow begins term as President of SC Bar Young Lawyers Division
July 3, 2025
La’Jessica Stringfellow, a lawyer at Robinson Gray law firm, has started her term as President of the South Carolina Bar Young Lawyers Division. Her term will run for one calendar…
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Cohn Construction breaks ground on a new 100,000 SF distribution center for FAYAT Group
July 3, 2025
RIDGEWAY, SC – Cohn Construction has broken ground on a new 100,000 SF distribution center for the FAYAT Group, located on a 30-acre site at 321 Blue Granite Parkway in…
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Summer Blink Book Review: “A Bit Much” by Lyndsay Rush
July 3, 2025
By Reba Hull Campbell Each summer during my personal reading challenge, I try to include at least one book of poetry. This isn’t my usual reading genre, but I like…
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NHE adds new manager, promotes three
July 3, 2025
To continue being one of the Southeast’s premier property management specialists, NHE, Inc. has brought on a new manager and promoted three team members Todd Puhl has joined NHE as…
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Quackenbush Architects’ Spencer Hutchinson graduates from Leadership Columbia
July 3, 2025
Spencer Hutchinson, AIA, an architect and principal at Quackenbush Architects + Planners, recently graduated from Leadership Columbia, a 10-month Columbia Chamber of Commerce program for emerging and existing leaders in…
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New Pickens Hall at Tri-County Technical College
July 3, 2025
DP3 Architects is currently working with Tri-County Technical College and Harper General Contractors to create New Pickens Hall, a central academic hub on the college’s Pendleton campus. Originally constructed in…
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Collins & Lacy President and Chief Executive Officer Christian Stegmaier appointed to South Carolina Judicial Merit Selection Commission
July 3, 2025
Collins & Lacy, P.C. announces that Christian Stegmaier, President and Chief Executive Officer, has been appointed by the Speaker of the South Carolina House of Representatives to serve on the…
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Comporium names David Barnes President and CEO
July 3, 2025
ROCK HILL, SC – Comporium announced that David Barnes has been elected to the role of President and CEO as of July 1st. David is succeeding his father, Bryant Barnes,…
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Bathroom renovation update
July 3, 2025
By Jeff Becraft There are two bathrooms in our house. There’s one in the hallway, and there’s one in our bedroom. As the kids were growing up, they used…
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Helen Munnerlyn awarded the Order of the Palmetto, South Carolina’s highest civilian honor
July 3, 2025
Helen Munnerlyn, the outgoing executive director of Leadership South Carolina, has been awarded the Order of the Palmetto, South Carolina’s highest civilian honor. Munnerlyn is retiring after two decades leading…
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Hood Construction Vice President of Finance receives Women of Influence Award
July 2, 2025
Hood Construction Vice President of Finance, Janet Bearden, has received the Columbia Regional Business Report 2025 Columbia Women of Influence Award. The recipients of the Women of Influence Awards are,…
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Laurens County Rural Waste Disposal: What You Need to Know
July 2, 2025
The Laurens County Rural Collections Department offers a range of services to help residents manage solid waste and recyclables in a safe, responsible, and environmentally conscious manner. While the county…
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Upstate Pregnancy Center to Host July Diaper Drive-Thru in Clinton
July 2, 2025
The Upstate Pregnancy Center is inviting families in need to its next diaper drive-thru on Tuesday, July 8, from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. The event will take place in the downtown Clinton parking lot—located…
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Ellison Kibler named as one of nation’s top DC Advisor Teams
July 2, 2025Ellison Kibler has been named to the prestigious National Association of Plan Advisors’ (NAPA) list of the nation’s top defined contribution (DC) Advisor Teams with assets under advisement of at…
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Richland County Sheriff’s Department again wins Battle of the Badges
July 2, 2025Tenth annual summer blood drive deemed a success by all three participating first-responder agencies By W. Thomas Smith Jr. For the 10th year in a row, the Richland County Sheriff’s…
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Community Rallies Around Joanna Family After Devastating House Fire
July 2, 2025
A devastating fire in the Joanna community on the night of Monday, June 30, has left a family of six without a home. The fire, believed to have started from…
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SCDPS Names New Bureau of Protective Services Commander, Announces Promotions in Command Staff
July 1, 2025
SC Department of Public Safety Director Robert G. Woods IV has named a new Bureau of Protective Services commander, in conjunction with two command staff promotions. Dwayne G. Brunson, a…
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Give Blood, Save Lives: The Big Red Bus Returns to Laurens Library July 8
July 1, 2025
The Big Red Bus is rolling into town, offering Laurens County residents the chance to make a life-saving difference. OneBlood will host a community blood drive at the Laurens Library…
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Swarms of Flies Bugging the Upstate? Here’s Why They’re Everywhere Right Now
July 1, 2025
If you’ve been swatting more than usual lately, you’re not alone. Residents across the Upstate are noticing a sharp increase in flies—indoors and out. From pesky house flies and gnats…
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Americans Expected to Spend Over $15 Billion During Fourth of July Weekend
July 1, 2025
As the nation prepares to celebrate Independence Day, Americans are expected to spend more than $15 billion over the holiday weekend, according to national consumer spending estimates and travel forecasts.…
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