Habit Burger & Grill and OneBlood to host September drives at Upstate locations
September 3, 2025
The Big Red Bus is rolling back to Habit Burger & Grill locations across southeast Florida this September, inviting community members to give the gift of life. Habit Burger &…
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Ticket sales now live for Greenville Convention Center’s Holiday Fair benefiting Rotary Club of Greenville
September 3, 2025
Greenville Convention Center announced ticket sales are now live for Holiday Fair, a cherished tradition in the Upstate, bringing joy of the season to families, friends and holiday enthusiasts alike.…
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Prominent historical actors to portray Jefferson, Adams for Constitution Day at Lander
September 3, 2025
Lander University’s Jackson Lecture Series will host an event featuring celebrated historical actors from American Historical Theatre in honor of Constitution Day. The performance will take place on Wednesday, September…
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Renovation of King’s North at Myrtle Beach National on track for early October reopening
September 3, 2025Phase 2 of the highly anticipated renovation of King’s North at Myrtle Beach National is progressing on schedule. Led by architect Brandon Johnson, the acclaimed layout is slated to welcome…
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The Southern Bank announces Jaclyn Port as Vice President, Finance Officer
September 2, 2025
The Southern Bank, a South Carolina- and Georgia-based community bank, announced the appointment of Jaclyn Port as Vice President, Finance Officer. In this role, she will oversee the bank’s financial…
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HSB’s Sally Purnell named to South Carolina Lawyers Weekly 2025 Medical Malpractice ‘Power List’
September 2, 2025
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A., announced that, for the second consecutive year, shareholder Sally Purnell has been named to the South Carolina Lawyers Weekly 2025 “Power List” for Medical Malpractice Law.…
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The Ted & Holly Rollins Scholarship Organization announces new recipient, Amelia Hyman
September 2, 2025
The Ted & Holly Rollins Scholarship Organization announced its latest scholarship recipient, Amelia Hyman, a first-year student at the University of Michigan. This scholarship—awarded twice annually in honor of the…
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Greenville Technical College signs transfer agreement with WGU
September 2, 2025
With the recent signing of a transfer institution agreement, Greenville Technical College (GTC) graduates will now be able to seamlessly transfer to online Western Governors University (WGU) to continue pursuing…
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The National Black College Alumni Hall of Fame Foundation, Inc. announces the honorees for induction into the 2025 Hall of Fame
September 2, 2025The National Black College Alumni Hall of Fame Foundation, Inc. will host its 40th Annual Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony on Saturday, September 27, 2025, in Atlanta, Georgia, at the…
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Recovery Centers of America at Greenville adds new Medical Director
September 2, 2025
Dr. Jeffrey Harris appointed to lead clinical operations and advance recovery efforts in the Upstate. Recovery Centers of America (RCA) at Greenville announced today the addition of Dr. Jeffrey Harris as…
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Max Feild joins Colliers | South Carolina as Brokerage Associate in Greenville
September 2, 2025
Colliers | South Carolina is pleased to announce that Max Feild, MRED has joined its Greenville office as a Brokerage Associate. Feild earned a Bachelor of Arts in English literature…
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Colliers Report: South Carolina Hospitality Market Q2 2025
September 2, 2025
Colliers | South Carolina Market Report Hospitality Market Updates Download the full report. Columbia The arrow continues to point upwards for Columbia’s hospitality market, signaling robust demand growth. Market-wide,…
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Anchor Investment Management’s senior relationship manager, Brian Blackwelder, earns prestigious IACCP ® compliance designation
September 2, 2025
Anchor Investment Management, LLC, a leading asset management firm based in Columbia, South Carolina, announced that Brian Blackwelder, CFP®, senior relationship manager, has earned the prestigious designation of Investment Adviser…
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Clemson announces the Richard A. McMahan School of Architecture
August 31, 2025Clemson University unveiled the new name of its School of Architecture in an event yesterday held at the College Architecture, Art and Construction on the University’s main campus. Thanks to…
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Caffeine
August 29, 2025
By Tom Poland “Cocaine,” JJ Cale wrote it. Eric Clapton sung it. Clapton described the song as anti-cocaine and that seems to be the case, if you read between…
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Tommi Jones joins LCK as Vice President
August 29, 2025
LCK announced that Tommi Jones has joined the company’s leadership team as Vice President and will be located in the Columbia office. In this role, Jones will strengthen LCK’s platform…
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3 year performance and $100M AUM for faith and factor ETF replicating Fidelis 100 Index
August 29, 2025
As of August 26, 2025 Inspire Fidelis Multi Factor ETF (ticker: FDLS), mandated to replicate Wallick Investments, LLC’s Fidelis 100 Index, has over $100M in assets under management and an…
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South Carolina economy ranked #1 in the country
August 29, 2025During quarter one of 2025 (Q1), South Carolina recorded significant growth for both GDP and personal income.South Carolina’s real GDP, which accounts for inflation, increased at an annualized rate of…
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Leadership Greenville announces members of Class 52
August 29, 2025
The Greenville Chamber’s flagship leadership development program, Leadership Greenville, announced members of its 52nd class. Participants were selected based on a thorough application process including essays, professional resumes, and community…
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Here we grow again: Lander begins fall 2025 with record-setting enrollment
August 29, 2025
Lander University is once again shattering enrollment records, launching the 2025-26 academic year with the most students in the University’s 153-year history. This marks the 10th consecutive year of growth…
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Bon Secours named exclusive health care partner for PKL Park
August 29, 2025
Bon Secours St. Francis announced a three-year partnership with PKL Park, becoming the exclusive health care provider for the rapidly growing pickleball destination located in the heart of Greenville. Through…
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SC Ports announces its 2025-2026 Port Ambassador class
August 29, 2025Welcoming 30 South Carolina professionals to join the program for its ninth year The group of community and business leaders will meet monthly September through May to get a firsthand…
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Mashburn Construction adds eight new hires across the state
August 28, 2025
Mashburn Construction is proud to announce the addition of eight new employees across the four offices. Brandon Wright joins as a Superintendent based in the Charleston office, bringing ten years…
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Habitat Greenville’s 40th Anniversary laces up with Dinner on Ice 2025
August 28, 2025
The Upstate’s only fundraiser held on the expansive Bon Secours Wellness Arena is back this October. Habitat for Humanity of Greenville County will hold its signature fundraising event, Dinner on…
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South Carolina Conservation Bank welcomes new board members
August 28, 2025The South Carolina Conservation Bank announced the appointment of three board members to its board. Atlantic Packaging president and founder of A New Earth Project, Wes Carter was appointed by…
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Knight named president of the elite S.C. Black Belt Hall of Fame
August 28, 2025The SCBBHOF board was also appointed and SCDNR director was named vice president By Chris Carter The S.C. Black Belt Hall of Fame (SCBBHOF), the Palmetto State’s premier karate and…
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Dianne Mitchell launches bid for SC House District 21 with strong conservative backing
August 28, 2025
Conservative Republican leader, former teacher and small businesswoman, mother, grandmother, and Greenville County native, Dianne Mitchell, announced her run for South Carolina House District 21. “We need leaders who will…
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Greenville Literacy Association receives $55,000 grant from Power:Ed to strengthen college and career pathways for adult learners
August 28, 2025
Greenville Literacy Association (GLA) has been awarded a $55,000 grant from Power:Ed, the philanthropy of SC Student Loan Corporation, to sustain and expand its College and Career Navigator (CCN) program.…
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SCDOR named 2025 PEBA Partners award Overall winner
August 27, 2025
The SCDOR has been named the 2025 Overall winner of the PEBA Partners award by the South Carolina Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA). PEBA awards this honor annually to the…
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Greenville Technical College students earn top ranking in global competition
August 27, 2025
Four student teams from Greenville Technical College’s Management program recently ranked in the Global Top 100 of the GLO-BUS Business Strategy Simulation, an internationally recognized, highly competitive learning experience used…
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Truliant and Easley High School launch Student-Athlete Assistance Program
August 27, 2025Truliant Federal Credit Union and Easley High School announced the launch of a Student-Athlete Assistance Program for the school’s Green Wave sports teams. Truliant is providing financial support for clothing…
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AnMed Rehabilitation Hospital names Heath Watson as CEO
August 27, 2025
Heath Watson has been appointed as chief executive officer of AnMed Health Rehabilitation Hospital. The 60-bed rehabilitation hospital is located at 1 Spring Back Way in Anderson, South Carolina. The hospital,…
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Affordable housing key part of new Gordon Street Lofts
August 27, 2025
Officials and community leaders welcomed the much-anticipated Gordon Street Lofts Tuesday afternoon. Located just outside Greenville City limits near the intersection of Easley Bridge Road and South Washington Avenue, Gordon…
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DP3 Architects named South Carolina “Best Places to Work”
August 26, 2025
DP3 Architects shared that it has once again been recognized as one of South Carolina’s “Best Places to Work”. This marks the fourth consecutive year the firm has earned this…
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33 Turner Padget attorneys honored as top in the nation by Best Lawyers
August 26, 2025
Turner Padget announced that 33 attorneys have been named among The Best Lawyers in America and Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America lists. In addition, two attorneys – Mark…
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Rebuild Upstate to host annual Wake Up With Rebuild event on September 10
August 26, 2025
Rebuild Upstate, a local nonprofit dedicated to preserving safe and affordable housing for individuals and families in need, is hosting its annual breakfast, Wake Up With Rebuild, on September 10th…
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Sharonview Federal Credit Union celebrates 70 years of community impact
August 26, 2025
Sharonview Federal Credit Union celebrated its 70th anniversary this year, marking seven decades of unwavering commitment to empowering its members and giving back to communities across North and South Carolina.…
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Trehel welcomes Zach Wright and Paul Smith
August 26, 2025
Trehel welcomed Zach Wright (pictured) to its team as a new senior project superintendent and Paul Smith as project superintendent. In his new role at Trehel, Wright will lead onsite…
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SC Secretary of State Mark Hammond invites nominations for 2025 Angel Charities
August 26, 2025
Today, South Carolina Secretary of State Mark Hammond announced that his office will accept nominations of charitable organizations for this year’s Angel Awards. Each year, the Secretary of State honors…
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Hood Construction, Quackenbush Architects complete CCTC new Academic & Student Services Building
August 26, 2025
On August 5th, Hood Construction and Quackenbush Architects joined Central Carolina Technical College (CCTC) administrators, students, and staff to celebrate the dedication of their new Academic Student Services Building. Located…
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2026 Lawyer of the Year recipient Bert Brannon joins Newsome Law
August 26, 2025
Newsome Law, a solutions-focused tax, estate and trust firm, has hired Bert Brannon to serve as Of Counsel for the firm. Brannon, recently named a 2026 Lawyer of the Year…
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S.C. Arts Commission names seven new ‘emerging artists’
August 26, 2025
New cohort receives project funding, mentoring Seven artists establishing themselves in their artistic pursuits will benefit from the South Carolina Arts Commission Emerging Artists program, receiving a project-based grant and…
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The Barbara Stone Foundation hosts 6th Annual ‘CAN Talks’ on October 21, 2025 at Centre Stage in downtown Greenville
August 26, 2025
The Barbara Stone Foundation, a non-profit organization focused on supporting and creating visionary programs for individuals with disabilities, will host CAN Talks, a powerful event where six individuals with disabilities,…
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Greenville Tech Foundation’s Ann Wright named one of SC Biz News Most Influential Leaders for 2025
August 26, 2025
Ann Wright, vice president for advancement at the Greenville Tech Foundation, has been named one of the 2025 Most Influential Leaders by SC Biz News. This prestigious recognition honors exceptional…
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Three South Carolina community colleges now part of transfer agreement with WGU
August 25, 2025
Leaders from Community Colleges of Appalachia (CCA) and Western Governors University (WGU) have signed a transfer institution agreement that will create opportunities for residents of Appalachia to further their education…
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McCrory Construction promotes Nichole Kopenhaver to Senior Project Manager
August 25, 2025
McCrory Construction, South Carolina’s oldest general contractor, has promoted Nichole Kopenhaver, CIT, CBT, CIS, to Senior Project Manager. Kopenhaver has nearly 30 years of experience in the construction industry, the…
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THS Constructors selected for Lift-Tek Expansion project in Westminster, SC
August 25, 2025
THS Constructors, Inc., one of the Southeast’s leading design-build and construction management firms, has been awarded a major expansion project for Lift-Tek at its manufacturing campus in Westminster, South Carolina.…
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Good360 partners with Saint-Gobain to support families in need
August 25, 2025
Homes of Hope Receives 100 Welcome Home Kits for Disaster-Affected Families On Wednesday, August 20th, Good360, the global leader in product philanthropy and purposeful giving, partnered with Saint-Gobain to assemble…
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Wagner Wealth Management honored for Empowering Women
August 25, 2025
Wagner Wealth Management has earned a SC Biz News Empowering Women Award. This is the firm’s second consecutive win, having also earned this distinction in 2024. Winners were selected by…
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Stokes & Company CPAs welcomes Collin J. McKinnon as Accounting & Tax Manager
August 25, 2025
Stokes & Company CPAs welcomed Collin J. McKinnon as the newest Accounting & Tax Manager. Collin McKinnon brings valuable experience preparing and reviewing income tax returns for S-Corps, Partnerships, and…
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