Epica International announces operations in Spartanburg
May 18, 2021Epica International, the leader in advanced ultra-high-resolution mobile medical imaging and robotic applications for human health, animal health and industrial enterprises, announces new corporate headquarters and operations in Spartanburg County,…
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Colliers represents landlord in Sunpro Solar’s ±5,400-square-foot lease at 297 Garlington Building 1
May 18, 2021Colliers | South Carolina’s Senior Brokerage Associate Richard Barrett, MCR represented Garlington Investors LLC in the lease of ±5,400 square feet of industrial flex space at 297 Garlington Building 1…
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Tommy Johnson retires from First Community Bank’s Board of Directors
May 18, 2021First Community Corporation, headquartered in Lexington, South Carolina, and the holding company of First Community Bank, would like to congratulate J. Thomas “Tommy” Johnson on his retirement from its board…
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Greenville Technical College students named to PTK All-State Academic Team
May 17, 2021Three students from Greenville Technical College have been named to South Carolina’s 2021 Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) All-State Academic Team. Lawanda Kay Croom, John Anthony Johnson, and Eric Theodore Lewis…
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Chris Winters joins NAI Earle Furman as Chief Operating Officer
May 17, 2021NAI Earle Furman announced that Chris Winters has joined the firm as Chief Operating Officer. Winters will oversee the daily operations and implement processes for continued success across the firm’s…
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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis kicks off National 529 Day observance with PalmettoBaby Grants
May 17, 2021State Treasurer Curtis Loftis announced that South Carolina’s Future Scholar 529 College Savings Plan is celebrating National 529 College Savings Day (May 29) once again with its popular PalmettoBaby Grant…
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Brooks Center for the Performing Arts announces a return to in-person performances this fall
May 17, 2021The Brooks Center for the Performing Arts announced its 2021-22 season. Performances will take place in person at the Brooks Center. Managing Director Thomas Hudgins looks forward to welcoming patrons…
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Clemson scientist receives $1.77M NIH grant to continue research on deadly parasites
May 17, 2021Clemson University researcher James Morris has received a four-year, $1.77 million grant from the National Institutes of Health to identify compounds that interfere with or prevent a group of deadly…
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Inspired by Netflix, researchers want to help people find their true calling
May 17, 2021The same type of technology that recommends movies on Netflix and music on Spotify could soon help children pick books, high school students choose a college and retirees select volunteer…
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Siemens expands operations in Spartanburg County
May 17, 2021$36 million investment creates more than 180 new jobs Siemens, a leading global technology company that specializes in industrial modernization, infrastructure and mobility, today announced the completion of a 52,000-square-foot…
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Two South Carolina students named U.S. Presidential Scholars
May 16, 2021U.S. Secretary of Education Dr. Miguel Cardona has announced the 57th class of U.S. Presidential Scholars. Two of the 161 high school seniors being recognized are from South Carolina. U.S.…
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Flourish adds Amanda Dempsey to expand digital marketing services
May 16, 2021Flourish, Greenville’s award-winning marketing, public relations, and events firm, announced today its hire of Amanda Dempsey as Digital Marketing Specialist. Dempsey, who comes to the agency after serving as the…
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Flock and Rally earns five Mercury Awards of Excellence
May 13, 2021Creative agency earns awards for integrated communications, community relations, etc. Flock and Rally, the women-owned integrated communications and marketing firm, was honored with five 2020 Mercury Awards of Excellence for…
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What to do if you can’t afford to pay your taxes, Individual Income Tax returns are due May 17
May 13, 2021The Individual Income Tax due date is fast approaching on Monday, May 17. If you have a tax bill and are worried you can’t pay, the South Carolina Department of…
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Learn to spot the signs of elder abuse in South Carolina during Older Americans Month
May 13, 2021By Justin Hawkins, Wells Fargo Bank The 73-year-old woman put her trust in, and handed over her financial resources to, her two supposed caregivers. In return, they stole all of…
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Registration now open for Upstate International foreign language classes summer 2021
May 13, 2021Register today for Foreign Language classes at Upstate International. We are excited to offer classes in the following languages: American Sign Language, English, French, German, Japanese, and Spanish, and new this summer Farsi…
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Brian Voss named Clemson Interim VP/CIO
May 13, 2021Brian Voss has been named Interim Vice President and Chief Information Officer, Clemson President Jim Clements announced today. The Compensation Committee of the Clemson Board of Trustees approved Voss’ appointment,…
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Kelsey McNeely finds strong support system at Tri-County Technical College
May 13, 2021Longtime Tri-County Technical College Career Counselor Butch Merritt says Kelsey McNeely has all the qualities and characteristics that will make her an effective and impactful professional counselor. “She is an…
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BMW Charity Pro-Am presented by SYNNEX Corporation announces 2021 celebrity lineup
May 13, 2021Tournament to welcome professional athletes, actors and musicians to the Upstate The BMW Charity Pro-Am presented by SYNNEX Corporation today announced the celebrities participating in this year’s tournament taking place…
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Mother and son graduate at spring commencement
May 13, 2021Dustin Addis, age 29, and his mother, Lynn Addis, age 50, are both first-time college students and will graduate at Tri-County Technical College’s May 11 spring commencement ceremonies. Although there…
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CRJ student Whitney Walton hones skills during mock interviews
May 13, 2021In her final semester at Tri-County Technical College, criminal justice major Whitney Walton stood before eight law enforcement panelists several weeks ago, fielding questions during a mock interview as part…
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Four of six Terry family members are TCTC students; mother and daughter to graduate
May 13, 2021This semester four of the six Terry family members have taken classes on various Tri-County Technical College (TCTC) community campuses. Mary Terry, the mother, a part-time proctor in TCTC’s Assessment…
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Two South Carolina students named 2021 U.S. Presidential Scholars
May 13, 2021U.S. Secretary of Education Dr. Miguel Cardona today announced the 57th class of U.S. Presidential Scholars, recognizing 161 high school seniors for their accomplishments in academics, the arts and career and…
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S.C. Arts Commission approved for $891,400 NEA Partnership Award
May 13, 2021Yesterday, May 12, 2021, the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) announced approval of an $891,400 FY21 partnership grant to the South Carolina Arts Commission (SCAC). The SCAC will use…
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BASF expands global PGM refining capacity, further driving circular economy business
May 13, 2021BASF announced today the expansion of its Seneca, South Carolina, Platinum Group Metals (PGM) refining facility. The company will invest double-digit millions in capital improvements to increase refining capacity to…
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United Community Banks, Inc. announces acquisition of FinTrust Capital Partners, LLC
May 13, 2021United Community Banks, Inc. (United) today announced that its Advisory Services division will be expanding through the acquisition of FinTrust Capital Partners, LLC (FinTrust), and its operating subsidiaries FinTrust Capital…
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Home Builders Association of Greenville honors The Heirloom Companies’ excellence at annual BridgeAwards
May 13, 2021The Heirloom Companies received three honors for its exceptional skill and craftsmanship in the Special Features category from the Home Builders Association of Greenville at its 2021 Bridge Awards Gala…
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Thomas Centre Business Park welcomes Frazier Engineering as newest tenant
May 13, 2021Colliers | South Carolina’s Richard Barrett, MCR represented Thomas Centre LLC in the lease of a ±1,544-square-foot industrial flex space at 111 Smith Hines Road in Greenville, SC. Steve Greer…
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Colliers Report: 2021 expected to surpass 2020 demand
May 13, 20212021 Q1 Hotel South Carolina Report Key Takeaways: Vaccine distribution will likely normalize travel this year and boost hotel activity South Carolina hotel submarkets are recovering with anticipated increased activity…
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STORY adds Taylor McLamb as Marketing Associate
May 13, 2021Taylor McLamb has been hired by STORY, a marketing company serving the Southeast, as a Marketing Associate. “She has extensive experience in digital creation and working with people,” said Ben…
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FUEL accepting applications for Quarterly Non-Profit Grant program
May 13, 2021FUEL–a Greenville-based marketing agency offering a full suite of strategy, creative, branding, advertising, and PR services–is accepting applications for the FUEL for Good Quarterly Grant program through June 7. With…
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UofSC President Caslen resigns; Pastides named new interim
May 12, 2021After focused discussions with President Bob Caslen, University of South Carolina Board of Trustees Chair C. Dorn Smith III, MD has announced that President Caslen has tendered his resignation. Chairman…
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Maggie Salinas joins the North Pleasantburg Office of C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS
May 12, 2021Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS is pleased to announce that Maggie Salinas has joined the company’s North Pleasantburg office as a sales associate. Maggie Salinas has been in…
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Aaron Pastor joins the Spartanburg office of C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS
May 12, 2021Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announced that Aaron Pastor has joined the company’s Spartanburg office as a sales associate. Aaron Pastor was born in Long Island, New York…
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Lander confers degrees to Class of 2021 in 163rd commencement
May 12, 2021A researcher who is working on a team of scientists studying the COVID-19 vaccine and a mayor who led his community through the pandemic offered advice to graduates at Lander…
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Sharp sworn in as South Carolina Bar President
May 12, 2021Beaufort attorney Mary E. Sharp took office as president of the South Carolina Bar on May 6. An experienced litigator and certified mediator, Sharp founded Sharp Law Firm, LLC, in…
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Gov. Henry McMaster restricts local mask mandates, and prohibits vaccine passports
May 12, 2021Governor Henry McMaster issued Executive Order 2021-23, which empowers South Carolina parents to decide whether their children should wear masks in public schools throughout the state. The governor’s order also…
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Brian Voss named Interim VP and CIO at Clemson
May 11, 2021Brian Voss has been named Interim Vice President and Chief Information Officer, Clemson President Jim Clements announced. The Compensation Committee of the Clemson Board of Trustees approved Voss’ appointment, which…
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GreenWood, Inc. promotes Cam Clendenin to Site Manager
May 11, 2021GreenWood, Inc., an integrated maintenance, construction and workforce solutions provider, announces that Cam Clendenin has been promoted to the role of Site Manager at the company’s project in South Charleston,…
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Growth Summit reaches new heights with backing from the South Carolina Department of Commerce
May 11, 2021GrowCo has announced the Sixth Annual Growth Summit to take place on November 18th at Pastides Alumni Center (UofSC) in Columbia, South Carolina. The Growth Summit is South Carolina’s up…
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Ten at the Top hosts workshop on COVID-19 rules and updates for employers
May 11, 2021This Virtual Event Will Feature Attorney and Topic Expert Michael Nail as Guest Speaker On Thursday, May 6th, the Upstate Entrepreneur Ecosystem will host a “New COVID-19 Rules and Updates…
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Beatrice Huguenin joins Coldwell Banker Caine in Spartanburg
May 11, 2021Coldwell Banker Caine recently welcomed Beatrice Huguenin to its Spartanburg office. A Swiss native, fluent in both French and English, Beatrice moved to the Upstate from Ocala, Florida just over…
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Chapman Cultural Center promotes Dawkins to facilities director
May 11, 2021Chapman Cultural Center is pleased to announce that Tarah S. Dawkins has been promoted to the Director of Facility Operations for Chapman Cultural Center. Dawkins joined the organization in 2016…
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Hill Electric employee recognized as EC&M 30 Under 30 All-Star
May 11, 2021EC&M, a trade publication for electrical professionals, recently recognized Ricky Smith of Hill Electric as one of their 30 Under 30 All-Stars for 2021. Smith, who currently serves as a…
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Regal resumes theatre operations at additional area locations
May 11, 2021WHAT: Regal is proud to announce 4 additional theatres in your coverage area will open this Friday, May 7. Guy Ritchie’s Wrath of Man will headline new movies including Mortal Kombat and Godzilla vs. Kong along…
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Elizabeth Foster Clarke joins Caldwell Banker Caine in Greenville
May 11, 2021Coldwell Banker Caine recently welcomed Elizabeth Foster Clarke to its Greenville office. Elizabeth grew up in South Carolina but moved away for graduate school. She later returned to Greenville in…
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Randall Jameson receives 2021 Adjunct Faculty Presidential Award
May 11, 2021Randall Jameson, who teaches residential and commercial electrical wiring classes for Tri-County Technical College’s Corporate and Community Education (CCE) Division, received the College’s 2021 Adjunct Faculty Presidential Award. This award…
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GTCHS student selected for The Gates Scholarship
May 11, 2021Natalia Medina Avendano, a senior at Greenville Technical Charter High School (GTCHS), has been selected as a Gates Scholar for The Gates Scholarship Class of 2021. The Gates Scholarship is…
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Governor’s School for Science + Mathematics Foundation announces new Board Member
May 11, 2021The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science + Mathematics (GSSM) Foundation is pleased to welcome a new member to its Board of Directors. Sarah P. Spruill, a 1993 graduate of…
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Hey, Boomer podcast and brand launched
May 11, 2021Aging with purpose. Hey, Boomer podcast and brand launched. Greenville, SC woman leads the way. Baby Boomers, born between 1946 and 1964, have some newfound time and energy. Aging is taking…
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