Home is Where the Heart (and the Hashbrowns) Are: Hosting the Ultimate Easter Brunch
March 19, 2026
While the Golden Strip’s restaurant scene is gearing up for a busy Easter Sunday, a growing number of local families are choosing to trade the reservation lines for the comfort…
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The Cliffs announces hire of new General Manager at The Cliffs at Walnut Cove, Jason Zeller
March 19, 2026
The Cliffs announced its newest General Manager, Jason Zeller, who will head operations for The Cliffs at Walnut Cove. Jason brings more than three decades of leadership experience across private…
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CCSD leadership announcements
March 19, 2026Charleston County School District (CCSD) announced and welcome the following leaders: Jermaine Joyner, Principal, Cooper River Center for Advanced Studies Vanessa Denney, Executive Associate, St. John’s High School Kamika…
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Noon Debrief to discuss military artifacts Gen. Sherman dumped into the Congaree – April 3
March 19, 2026
When Gen. William Tecumseh Sherman took Columbia in 1865, he captured a lot of stored Confederate munitions. Not wanting them to be used against his army as it marched farther…
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United Composite Materials, LLC selects Greenville County for first South Carolina operation
March 19, 2026
$17.5 million investment will create 50 new jobs United Composite Materials, LLC (United Composite Materials), an advanced carbon composite materials manufacturer, today announced it selects Greenville County for its first…
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City of Georgetown announces Police Chief William Pierce’s retirement
March 19, 2026
City of Georgetown announced today that Police Chief William Pierce plans to retire effective June 12, 2026. Chief Pierce concludes a distinguished 34-year career in public service, including service in…
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Kenny Mullis, chair of local conservation district, honored for leadership
March 19, 2026
J. Kenneth “Kenny” Mullis Jr., chairman of the Richland Soil and Water Conservation District, has received the 2025 Hugh Hammond Bennett Southeast Regional Producer Award from theNational Conservation Planning Partnership.This…
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United Composite Materials, LLC selects Greenville County for first South Carolina operation
March 19, 2026
$17.5 million investment will create 50 new jobs United Composite Materials, LLC (United Composite Materials), an advanced carbon composite materials manufacturer, today announced it selects Greenville County for its first…
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We Are Sharing Hope SC honored with two workplace awards
March 19, 2026
Recognized as a 2026 Best Nonprofit Workplace and an Excellence in Nonprofits Award Recipient We Are Sharing Hope SC (SHSC), South Carolina’s federally designated organ, eye and tissue recovery organization,…
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Homes of Hope announces leadership promotion and key staff additions
March 19, 2026
Homes of Hope has announced a leadership promotion and several strategic hires that strengthen the organization’s ability to expand affordable housing and provide opportunities for men overcoming addiction through its…
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Cavanaugh & Thickens, LLC attorney named a top 100 civil plaintiff trial attorney in South Carolina
March 19, 2026
Partner and Personal Injury Attorney J. Eric Cavanaugh was named a Top 100 Civil Plaintiff Trial Attorney in South Carolina by The National Trial Lawyers. Cavanaugh was also recognized in…
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Greenville Tech Early College Accelerate U program puts high school students on career-ready fast track
March 19, 2026
Greenville Technical College (GTC) is expanding opportunities for local high school students to earn college credit and industry credentials while still in high school—often at little to no cost. Accelerate…
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Award-winning builder brings luxury lakefront living to Harborside at Lake Carolina
March 19, 2026
New Homebuilder Debuts Elegant Custom Residences—with Deeded Boat Slips—in Columbia’s Lake Carolina Community One of the Southeast’s most decorated homebuilders is bringing its signature blend of architectural artistry and refined…
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Central adopts new rate for data centers, other major power users
March 19, 2026
South Carolina’s electric cooperatives have adopted a new rate that makes permanent their existing practices that protect Palmetto State families and businesses from energy costs created by data centers and…
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Wingard’s Market wins #1 in the USA Today 10Best Readers’ Choice Award for best plant nursery
March 19, 2026
National publication recognizes Wingard’s Market as a top plant nursery in the United States! Wingard’s Market announced they received the most votes across the country and have been named the…
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NSP Panels establishes operations in Marion County
March 19, 2026
$4.75 million investment will create 63 new jobs NSP Panels, an acoustic panel manufacturer, announced it is establishing operations in Marion County. The company’s $4.75 million investment will create 63…
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USC’s new Brain Health Center brings leading-edge brain imaging and cognitive care under one roof
March 19, 2026Ribbon cutting on March 18 celebrates new home uniting clinical care, research and 7-Tesla MRI scanner The University of South Carolina marked a major milestone in providing South Carolinians with…
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CAE hosts donation drive supporting TSA & CBP agents during partial government shutdown, here’s how you can help
March 19, 2026
Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) will be collecting nonperishable food provisions, personal care items, household supplies, as well as noncash equivalent gift cards – for use at specific retailers, gas stations…
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City of Columbia Community Development Department to host “Community University”
March 19, 2026Who: City of Columbia Community Development Department What: The City of Columbia Community Development Department will be hosting “Community University”, a five-week course designed to enhance citizen awareness and understanding of the…
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Hilton Head Island-Bluffton Chamber to host JobsNow 2026, a regional workforce event
March 19, 2026
JobsNow 2026 will bring together more than 60 employers, students, and professionals at the Culinary Institute of the South The Hilton Head Island–Bluffton Chamber of Commerce – in partnership with…
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Dominion Energy announces opening date for Lake Murray public parks
March 19, 2026
Cash Will No Longer Be Accepted As Payment Dominion Energy will welcome visitors back to its Lake Murray public parks for the 2026 recreation season next month. The beach and…
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Growing greener futures: South Carolina’s green step schools program expands statewide
March 19, 2026
New partnership funding and dedicated staff bring hands-on environmental education to more South Carolina classrooms Across South Carolina, students are testing water samples, planting pollinator gardens and leading schoolwide recycling…
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City of Columbia, Columbia Police Department, HRTHUDL, and Prisma Health unite to strengthen cardiac emergency response across Columbia
March 19, 2026The City of Columbia and the Columbia Police Department, in partnership with HRTHUDL and Prisma Health, announced a new life saving initiative during the City of Columbia Go Red Columbia…
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Free outdoor concert series coming to Columbia as Koger Center launches Levitt AMP music series
March 19, 2026
The Koger Center for the Arts has set the headliners for the first Levitt AMP Columbia Music Series, a series of free outdoor concerts sponsored in part by the LevittFoundation. The concerts will…
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Musical chess launches Kickstarter & children’s learning app that blends chess, music, movement, and play
March 19, 2026A new edutainment platform turning screen time into brain time through playful digital experiences for kids Musical Chess, an edutainment platform designed to introduce children to chess through music,…
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Winkler Group expands leadership team following record fundraising year
March 19, 2026
Mt. Pleasant-headquartered firm announces three senior promotions, including Raymond E. Carnley, Ed.D., to Principal, to oversee firmwide operations and service delivery. Winkler Group, a national fundraising consulting firm serving nonprofits…
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Kelly Willenberg reappointed to South Carolina Small Business Regulatory Review Committee
March 18, 2026
Governor Henry McMaster has reappointed Kelly Willenberg to the South Carolina Small Business Regulatory Review Committee, extending her service through 2027. Willenberg has served on the committee since 2019. The…
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Celebrating Laurens County’s Farming Community During National Ag Week
March 18, 2026
As National Agriculture Week is celebrated across the country, it serves as an important reminder of the vital role farmers play in feeding communities and sustaining local economies. In Laurens…
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Packed House Celebrates Local Agriculture at 52nd Annual Spotlight on Agriculture
March 18, 2026
The newly opened Laurens County Ag Center was filled to capacity last week as community members gathered for the 52nd Annual Spotlight on Agriculture. With more than 430 meals served,…
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The George Hotel to host Bridal Expo on March 22
March 18, 2026
The George Hotel is inviting brides-to-be to join them on Sunday afternoon, March 22, from 1:00 – 4:00 pm for its Bridal Expo, featuring a dozen local vendors who support…
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Treasure Hunters Invited to Estate Sale in Cross Anchor This Weekend
March 18, 2026
Those who enjoy uncovering hidden gems and one-of-a-kind finds will want to mark their calendars for an upcoming estate sale in Cross Anchor this weekend. The two-day sale will take…
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“Power of the Purse” luncheon empowers women while supporting youth literacy
March 18, 2026
By Karen Owens, Publisher The Black River United Way’s fourth annual Power of the Purse luncheon was a powerful example of how women leaders who lift each other up can…
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South Carolina Officials Urge Retailers and Food Banks to Check Shelves for Recalled Infant Formula
March 18, 2026
The South Carolina Department of Agriculture is urging retailers, food banks, and food surplus outlets across the state to check their inventory after receiving notice from the U.S. Food and…
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Laurens School District 55 Invites Community Input on Future Facility Needs
March 18, 2026
Laurens County School District 55 is inviting community members, local leaders, businesses, district staff, and families to take part in a series of upcoming Facility Needs Town Hall meetings designed…
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Nominations Still Open for City of Laurens State of the City Awards
March 18, 2026
With the City of Laurens State of the City Address and Awards Presentation approaching on Tuesday, April 7, 2026, residents still have time to submit nominations recognizing individuals and organizations…
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Laurens City Council Highlights Community Events, Accessibility, and Inclusion at March 17 Meeting
March 18, 2026
At the Laurens City Council meeting held Tuesday, March 17, 2026, Mayor Nathan Senn and council members addressed a number of items focused on community events, accessibility, and inclusion. Mayor…
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Citizens Academy Session 3 Focuses on Drug Awareness and School Safety
March 18, 2026
The Laurens County Sheriff’s Office continued its Citizens Academy on Tuesday, March 17, with Session 3 focused on drug awareness, prevention, and emerging issues affecting schools and communities. Participants heard…
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Southern Truth Tellers
March 18, 2026
By Tom Poland Each January, my thoughts turn to a fellow Georgian. James Dickey died January 19, 1997, of the same disease that took my mother’s life. On June…
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Clinton High School Boys Tennis Sweeps Columbia High School 6–0
March 18, 2026
The Clinton High School boys tennis team delivered an impressive performance on the court, earning a decisive 6–0 victory over Columbia High School in recent match play. Clinton dominated the…
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Finding Home on the Water: Captain Bill Kahn launches GT Sailing Adventures on Winyah Bay
March 18, 2026
By Karen Owens, Publisher For Bill Kahn, sailing has never been just a pastime. It’s been a lifelong thread—one that began in childhood, passed down from his father, and carried…
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National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week: Clearing Up the Myths
March 18, 2026
National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week (NDAFW) encourages families, educators and communities to share accurate, science-based information about drugs and alcohol with young people. The observance helps address common myths…
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HTC to host ribbon cutting at newly renovated Georgetown office
March 18, 2026
HTC, the largest telecommunications cooperative in the United States, will host a ribbon cutting ceremony, in conjunction with the Georgetown County Chamber of Commerce, for the Cooperative’s newly renovated Georgetown…
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As Rural Bank Branches Close, Laurens County Official Supports Expanded Financial Options
March 18, 2026
As bank branches continue to close across rural parts of South Carolina, local leaders are urging lawmakers to pass legislation that would give cities and counties more flexibility in where…
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A window of remembrance
March 18, 2026
By Jeff Becraft Last week was the one-year anniversary of our Dad passing away. Mom passed away in 2022. My brother, Ed, sent out a message to all of…
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Golden Strip School Districts Expand Focus on Career Readiness and Workforce Preparation
March 18, 2026
Educators throughout the Golden Strip are intensifying efforts to connect students with career exploration opportunities that extend beyond traditional academic pathways. School administrators say partnerships with local employers, technical colleges,…
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Mauldin Police Hosts National Training for School Resource Officer Certification
March 18, 2026
As school safety remains a top priority for families in the Upstate, the Mauldin Police Department is taking a lead role in professionalizing the officers who walk the halls. This…
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Shredding for Safety: Simpsonville to Host Free Identity Theft Protection Event
March 17, 2026
As tax season comes to a close, residents of the Golden Strip have a golden opportunity to clear out their filing cabinets while protecting themselves against fraud. On Thursday, April…
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Golden Strip Career Center Dominates SC SkillsUSA Conference with Record Medal Haul
March 17, 2026
The future of South Carolina’s skilled workforce was on full display last week, and the results from the SC SkillsUSA State Leadership and Skill Conference show that the Golden Strip…
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Golden Strip Home Health: A Spring Maintenance Checklist
March 17, 2026
As you prepare for the community cleanup events in Mauldin and Fountain Inn, it is the perfect time to tackle a “spring health check” for your own home. In our…
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Volunteer-Led Beautification Projects Strengthen Community Pride Across the Golden Strip
March 17, 2026
Volunteer groups in Mauldin, Simpsonville, and Fountain Inn are playing an increasingly visible role in maintaining and improving shared public spaces. Recent neighborhood cleanup initiatives have drawn strong participation from…
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