Panera Bread locations in South Carolina to host hiring event Aug 5th
August 3, 2021
JUST WALK IN! HIRING ALL SHIFTS / ALL POSITIONS! Company is hiring Restaurant Managers, Overnight Bakers, Catering Coordinators and Hourly Associates. Apply in person and get a FREE bakery treat and…
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Shenandoah Growers, Inc. establishing high-tech indoor farm in Anderson County
August 3, 2021
Shenandoah Growers, Inc., a national leader in commercially advanced indoor agriculture, today broke ground on its next indoor ‘Biofarm,’ located in Anderson County. The project will create 50 local, well-paying jobs.…
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CDS hosts 2021 Eggs Benefit at the Poinsett Club
August 2, 2021
The Center for Developmental Services (CDS) will host their 10th annual Eggs Benefit presented by John I. Smith Charities on Thursday, September 30, 2021 at the Poinsett Club in Downtown…
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Former federal prosecutor Jim May joins Wyche, P.A. as a member of the firm
August 2, 2021
Veteran federal prosecutor to join the firm’s litigation practice group and lead governmental investigations and white-collar defense practice Wyche, a leading full-service law firm with three offices across South Carolina,…
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Cushman & Wakefield arranges $105.6M sale on behalf of Panattoni and PCCP
August 2, 2021
Four Industrial Buildings Total 1,033,360 Square Feet Cushman & Wakefield announced today that the commercial real estate services firm has arranged the sale of Apple Valley Industrial Portfolio, a four-building…
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Index ranks South Carolina tourists among the most polite in America
August 2, 2021NextVacay.com devised a ‘tourist politeness index’ to ascertain, state by state, which Americans have the best and worst reputations when they vacation domestically. Alaskans ranked the most polite tourists. Interactive…
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Chapman Cultural Center and Hub City Writers Project announce fellows selected for the Southern Studies Fellowship in Arts and Letters
August 2, 2021
Chapman Cultural Center and Hub City Writers Project announced the selection of writer Morgan Thomas (they/them) of Gulf Breeze, FL, and visual artist Ben Winans (he/him) of Raleigh, NC, who…
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Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd welcomes William McKinney as a Shareholder
August 2, 2021
McKinney rejoins firm after serving as General Counsel to the Governor of North Carolina Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd P.A. welcomed back William Crum McKinney as a shareholder. He rejoins the firm…
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Candor expands its team
August 2, 2021
Welcomes Hope Davis as Senior Manager Greenville-based strategic marketing firm, Candor, announces the expansion of its team with new hire, Hope Davis, as Senior Manager. With her extensive accounting background,…
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William Lawyer of Sperry CGA – Griffin Partners in Greer now licensed in New York state
August 2, 2021
William Lawyer, Associate with Sperry Commercial Global Affiliates – Griffin Partners, is excited to share that while Lawyer is licensed in Georgia, he is also licensed in the state of…
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Engenius CEO to judge global web awards
August 2, 2021
Chris Manley, the CEO and co-founder of Engenius, an Upstate digital marketing agency, will judge the 25th Annual Web Marketing Association’s (WMA) Web Awards, an international competition recognizing the best…
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Save money, stay cool as heat wave hits the Carolinas
August 2, 2021
Duke Energy offers tips, tools to help customers manage energy use and bills during heat wave. As temperatures threaten to reach triple digits in the Carolinas, Duke Energy is providing…
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U.S. News & World Report names Bon Secours St. Francis Health System among best in South Carolina, best in Greenville metro area
August 2, 2021
Hospitals Recognized as “High Performing” for Several Common Adult Procedures and Conditions Bon Secours St. Francis Health System has been recognized as a “Best Hospital” for 2021 by U.S. News…
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Proud Mary Theatre Company re-opens indoors with Sordid Lives
August 2, 2021
Proud Mary Theatre Company will present SORDID LIVES, the classic cult comedy by Del Shores, August 12-21 as their first indoor performance in 18 months. Shows are Thursdays-Saturdays at 8…
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EPOCH Clemson student housing supports foster families with onsite event
August 2, 2021
More than 150 foster families and guests attended the Family Fun in the Sun event held at EPOCH Clemson on Saturday, July 24, where they enjoyed food, fun and games…
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Fifty-five complete Doctor of Chiropractic program at Sherman College
July 30, 2021Fifty-five students from around the world received the doctor of chiropractic degree from Sherman College of Chiropractic in Spartanburg, SC, on Saturday, June 12, 2021. The college’s 140th and 141st…
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Alice Company reinvents itself for next century
July 30, 2021
Fifth-generation of leadership drives new business while keeping Alice Company firmly rooted in serving the community, partnering with entrepreneurs, and building value GREENVILLE, SC – Entering its second century of…
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DHEC recommends vaccinations, mask use, in school guidance for K-12 2021-2022 academic year
July 29, 2021
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) has issued its COVID-19 interim guidance for K-12 schools as students, teachers, parents, and staff all prepare for the 2021-2022…
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The ART of Real Estate announces expansion to Highlands-Cashiers Plateau market
July 29, 2021
The ART of Real Estate recently announced an expansion into the Cashiers, North Carolina market. Partnering with local agents, clients in this market will now receive the buying and selling…
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Local HR organization creates one-of-a-kind course to help Veterans find work
July 29, 2021
The Greenville Chapter of SHRM (Society for Human Resource Management) has announced the launch of a one-of-a-kind program for military Veterans that gives them a behind-the-curtain view of what it…
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DHEC issues updated wildfire smoke alert
July 28, 2021
South Carolinians should be aware of the continued risk for health effects related to smoke that originated from wildfires burning across parts of central and western Canada and the western…
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The NEXT School hosts free, public COVID-19 vaccine clinics
July 28, 2021
The NEXT School, a South Carolina public charter high school with campuses in Greenville, SC (NEXT High School) and Salem, SC (NEXT School Eagle Ridge), is gearing up for the…
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Malouf Companies establishing operations in Laurens County
July 28, 2021
$47.2 million investment will create 240 new jobs Malouf Companies (Malouf), a diverse consumer goods business, today announced plans to establish operations in Laurens County. The $47.2 million investment will create…
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Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS welcomes Mary Grace Lambert to the Company’s Spartanburg office
July 28, 2021
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announced that Mary Grace Lambert has joined the company’s Spartanburg office as a sales associate. Mary Grace Lambert is a Spartanburg, SC native,…
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Giant Oak expands footprint to Greenville
July 28, 2021
Giant Oak, Inc. announced its expansion to Greenville, South Carolina. Founded in 2013, Giant Oak is the leading data-screening innovator that operates at the frontiers of behavioral science and machine…
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DHEC supports updated CDC guidance, recommends indoor masking for all regardless of vaccination Status
July 28, 2021
Due to the rise in COVID-19 cases and the increasing threat of the Delta variant, the CDC on Tuesday is recommending public indoor masking for everyone, regardless of vaccination status.…
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DDSN Commissioners announce 2021-2022 officers, committees and new taskforces
July 27, 2021
The South Carolina Commission on Disabilities and Special Needs (the “Commission”) selects officers and standing committees for the 2021-2022 fiscal year and creates several new task forces to solve emerging…
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TD Bank names Hugh Allen as Regional President of Mid-South Metro
July 27, 2021
TD Bank, America’s Most Convenient Bank®, announced today it has appointed Hugh W. Allen Regional President for its Mid-South Metro, which includes Virginia, Maryland, the District of Columbia, Delaware, North…
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Slaughter earns Accreditation in Public Relations
July 27, 2021
Charlene D. Slaughter, director of communications with Experience Columbia SC (ECSC), has successfully earned the Accreditation in Public Relations, entitling her to use the APR professional designation. The announcement was…
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How Hard is Your Cash Working?
July 27, 2021
Managing cash in a low interest rate environment by Stephen E. Maggard With current treasury yields hovering slightly above zero, individuals are experiencing angst over the lack of returns from…
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Southern First reports results for second quarter 2021
July 27, 2021
Southern First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: SFST), holding company for Southern First Bank, today announced its financial results for the three- and six-month periods ended June 30, 2021. “We are incredibly…
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Countybank and Greenwood Capital donate $7,500 to Greer organizations
July 27, 2021The Countybank Foundation, comprised of Countybank and Greenwood Capital, recently contributed $1,000 to the Greer Farmers Market and $6,500 to Greer Relief in support of their efforts to give back…
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Wharton Industrial and Red Rock Developments sell 600,000-SF Greenville industrial complex
July 27, 2021
Sale of two-building warehouse development in South Carolina marks successful execution of industrial strategy as the firm looks to reinvest across the East Coast and Florida Wharton Industrial, a platform…
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SCRA brings colleges, universities, and industry together to advance innovation
July 27, 2021
South Carolina Research Authority (SCRA) announces the funding of over $3.3 million to selected colleges and universities for translational research projects to address key challenges facing the state’s industrial base.…
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GSP reopens MAG USA’s Escape Lounge
July 27, 2021
The popular Escape Lounge – The Centurion Studio Partner from MAG USA has reopened to travelers at Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport (GSP). The lounge is located near Concourse B in GSP’s…
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Integrated Biometrics names Shawn O’Rourke Chief Executive Officer
July 26, 2021
Integrated Biometrics (IB), the world leader in mobile FBI-certified biometric fingerprint scanners, announced industry veteran Shawn O’Rourke has been named chief executive officer following the retirement of former CEO Steve Thies. O’Rourke…
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Greenville Technical College strengthens commitment to learner success with Quality Matters membership
July 26, 2021
Greenville Technical College (GTC) has joined Quality Matters (QM) — the international leader for quality assurance in online and innovative digital teaching and learning environments. Membership, which includes 1,500 organizations,…
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Greenville Technical College student selected as 2021 Coca-Cola Leaders of Promise Scholar
July 26, 2021
David O’Quinn, a Greenville Technical College student majoring in Graphic Design, is one of 207 Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) members named a 2021 Coca-Cola Leaders of Promise Scholar and will…
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Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS welcomes Natasha Jufko Houston to the company’s North Pleasantburg cffice
July 26, 2021
Berkshire Hathaway Home Services C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announced that Sandy Shen has joined the company’s N. Pleasantburg office as a sales associate and will be a part of the…
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Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS welcomes Sydney Tollison to the company’s North Pleasantburg office
July 26, 2021
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announced that Sydney Tollison has joined the company’s North Pleasantburg office as a sales associate. Sydney Tollison is a proud Upstate native with…
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DHEC applauds SC reaching 50 percent one-dose COVID-19 vaccine rate, urges more vaccinations ahead of academic year
July 26, 2021
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) is happy to announce that, as of Thursday, 50 percent of eligible South Carolina residents have received at least one dose of…
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SC Council on Competitiveness to Host ‘SC Aerospace Night’ With Greenville Drive
July 26, 2021
A night planned around industry celebration, education, and networking with in-game features and pre-game reception The SC Council on Competitiveness initiative, SC Aerospace, along with the Greenville Drive, will host…
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Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS welcomes Maria “Liza” Arbore to the Company’s Woodruff at Five Forks office
July 26, 2021
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announced that Maria “Liza” Arbore has joined the company’s Woodruff at Five Forks office as a sales associate. After living in Greenville for…
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Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS welcomes Thomas Butler Evers to the Company’s North Pleasantburg office
July 26, 2021
Berkshire Hathaway Home Services C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announced that Thomas Butler Evers has joined the company’s N. Pleasantburg office as a sales associate and will be a part of…
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Wilson Associates welcomes Reid Tollison as Realtor Associate
July 26, 2021
Wilson Associates Real Estate welcomed Reid Tollison to its select team of real estate professionals. After graduating from the University of South Carolina, Reid came home and immediately put her…
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Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS welcomes Kyle McClenny to the Company’s North Pleasantburg office
July 26, 2021Berkshire Hathaway Home Services C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announced that Kyler McClenny has joined the company’s N. Pleasantburg office as a sales associate. McClenny has always had a servicing heart,…
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United Community Banks, Inc. reports second quarter results
July 26, 2021
EPS of $0.78, Return on Assets of 1.46% and Return on Common Equity of 14.1% United Community Banks, Inc. (NASDAQ: UCBI) (United) today announced that net income for the second…
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OneSpartanburg, Inc. named 2021 U.S. Chamber of the Year
July 26, 2021
OneSpartanburg, Inc. was named Chamber of the Year by the Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives (ACCE) on Tuesday. ACCE is a national association of more than 1,600 chambers of…
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Hire Me SC launches new employment resource for families of people with disabilities
July 26, 2021
Free online tool seeks to close the employment gap in South Carolina Hire Me SC — a statewide workforce development campaign to increase employment outcomes for young adults with intellectual and…
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Advanced Manufacturing and Engineering Night coming to Fluor Field – August 3rd
July 26, 2021The Greenville Drive, BMW, Hubbell Lighting, and Greenville Technical College will host Advanced Manufacturing & Engineering Night at Fluor Field on Tuesday, August 3. After executing a successful “virtual” format…
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