Monti, Inc. expanding operations in Greenwood County
September 28, 2021
$4.7 million investment will create 16 new job Monti, Inc. (Monti), a leading industrial manufacturer, fabricator, powder coater, epoxy coater and specialized processor of electrical distribution components, today announced plans…
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Meghan Foreman Dimas recognized among Greenville’s Best & Brightest 35 and Under
September 28, 2021
Infinity Marketing, a fully integrated marketing agency in the Upstate, announce that Meghan Foreman Dimas, Director of Analytics and Insights, was named in Greenville Business Magazine’s Best & Brightest 35…
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First Reliance Bank is More Than Banking for Their Communities
September 28, 2021
First Reliance Bank continues to expand their services beyond banking through supporting and serving the communities they work in. Particularly, the bank has served the Pee Dee Area Boys and…
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The Home Depot expands supply chain operations across South Carolina
September 27, 2021
Combined expansion will create nearly 100 new jobs The Home Depot, Inc., a world-leading home improvement retailer, announced plans to expand operations throughout South Carolina. The company is growing its…
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GreenTrees reforestation project launches in South Carolina
September 27, 2021
Milliken Forestry Company and ACRE Investment Management announced the launch of GreenTrees South Carolina, bringing a global leader in reforestation to the Palmetto State. GreenTrees is the largest voluntary forest…
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Marketing Minute: Building Your Brand After a Crisis
September 27, 2021
Marketing Minute with Erin Smith, NP Strategy Today, consumers and key stakeholders engage with companies and brands that they trust. If your company has recently been faced with a crisis,…
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First Reliance Bank celebrates 22nd anniversary
September 27, 2021
First Reliance Bank celebrated its 22nd anniversary this past August. The Carolinas-based bank serves the Florence, Midlands, Upstate, and Coastal South Carolina markets, as well as the Piedmont Triad and…
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CAMS’ Ben Rhodes to oversee large-scale and lifestyle communities
September 24, 2021
Community Association Management Services (CAMS), an industry leader in community association management throughout the Carolinas, is pleased to announce that Senior Vice President of the western NC region, Ben Rhodes,…
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FUEL’s Catherine Crandall named one of Greenville’s Best & Brightest
September 24, 2021
Catherine Crandall, senior art director at FUEL marketing agency, has been named one of Greenville Business Magazine’s Best & Brightest Under 35 for 2021. In its 27th year, the annual…
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Jennifer Armenti joins Coldwell Banker Commercial Caine as Property Manager
September 23, 2021
Coldwell Banker Commercial Caine recently welcomed Jennifer Armenti as Property Manager in its Greenville office. Armenti joins Caine with extensive experience in property management and accounting from a series of…
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United Way of the Piedmont selected as “Community Service” finalist for 2021 InnoVision Award
September 23, 2021
United Way of the Piedmont is proud to be selected as a finalist for its Community Resource Coordinator program for the 2021 InnoVision Award. The award honors individuals and organizations…
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Jonathan Klett selected as one of Greenville’s 2021 Best & Brightest 35 and Under
September 23, 2021
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd is pleased to announce that Jonathan Klett has been named one of Greenville Business Magazine’s 2021 Best & Brightest 35 and Under. Greenville Business Magazine recognizes rising…
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Sandvik expands Oconee County operations
September 23, 2021
Swedish tool manufacturer adds line at facility As part of a slew of new investments in the Southeast, Sweden-based Sandvik Coromant aims to tap the Upstate advanced manufacturing markets with the addition…
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Two Spartanburg area women to be honored as Women of Distinction
September 23, 2021Girl Scouts of South Carolina–Mountains to Midlands will honor two Spartanburg area women at its annual Boots & Pearls: Women of Distinction Awards Celebration on Thursday, October 14, 2021 on…
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The Good Old Days Are Gone
September 22, 2021
By Tom Poland Last Friday night some grandparents went to watch their grandson play in a high school football game. They were in for a shock. Paying for the…
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Colliers Dealmakers: Recent purchases, sales, leases and investments in South Carolina
September 22, 2021
Charleston / Columbia / Greenville / Spartanburg, SC Colliers | South Carolina announced the following recently completed commercial real estate transactions from our offices across the state: Charleston, SC Mark…
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Impresa Building Systems of Greenwood SC, LLC establishing modular construction operations in Greenwood County
September 22, 2021
More than $9 million investment will create 180 new jobs Impresa Building Systems of Greenwood SC, LLC, an affiliate company of Impresa Modular today announced plans to establish modular factory construction…
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AC Hotel Greenville Downtown presents original Roger Craft Peace Plaza historic marker to Peace family
September 22, 2021
AC Hotel Greenville Downtown hosted a special reception for the Peace family and presented the original Roger Craft Peace Plaza historic marker AC Hotel Greenville Downtown hosted a special reception…
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Engenius adds Randall Stewart as Customer Success Manager
September 22, 2021
Engenius also expands digital marketing team to enhance customer experience Engenius has hired Randall Stewart as Customer Success Manager for the digital marketing agency, expanding the agency’s staff to enhance…
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Just Say Something kicks off October with the 5th annual Red Ribbon 5K Run
September 22, 2021
It is that time of the year again! Just Say Something is starting off the month of October with our 5th annual Red Ribbon 5K. Join us on Saturday, October…
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SC Manufacturers Alliance announces Rebecca Leach as VP of Government Relations
September 22, 2021
Today, the South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance (SCMA) announced that it has hired Rebecca Leach as its Vice President of Government Relations. “We are excited to welcome Rebecca to the SCMA…
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Acclaimed 30 Americans headed to the Columbia Museum of Art
September 22, 2021
Hugely popular and historically important exhibition opens October 9 The Columbia Museum of Art announces its major fall exhibition 30 Americans, a dynamic showcase of contemporary art featuring many of the…
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Realtors® graduate from 2021 SC REALTORS® Leadership Academy Class
September 21, 2021South Carolina REALTORS® (SCR) Leadership Academy class graduated September 9, 2021, at SCR’s Leadership Summit Retreat at Wild Dunes Resort in Isle of Palms, South Carolina. SCR’s Leadership Academy is…
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Steven Pearce named new President & CEO of the South Carolina I-77 Alliance
September 21, 2021
Steven Pearce has been named the new President and Chief Executive Officer of the South Carolina I-77 Alliance and will be responsible for directing the organization’s strategic economic development marketing…
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Five South Carolina schools named 2021 National Blue Ribbon Schools
September 21, 2021
U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona today recognized 325 schools as National Blue Ribbon Schools for 2021, including five schools in South Carolina. The recognition is based on a school’s overall academic…
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300 acres permanently protected in northern Greenville County
September 21, 2021Regional conservation organization Upstate Forever announces the protection of 300 acres in northern Greenville County in partnership with the South Carolina Department of Parks, Recreation & Tourism (SCPRT). The property,…
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SCDJJ director Freddie Pough to leave the agency after over 5 years of service
September 21, 2021Eden Hendrick to Serve as SCDJJ Acting Director Governor Henry McMaster today announced that Freddie Pough, who served as director of the S.C. Department of Juvenile Justice (SCDJJ) for over…
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Greenville Triumph seeking name suggestions for new women’s team
September 21, 2021
Think you’ve got a great idea for naming Greenville’s new women’s soccer team that begins play in the spring? Fans are encouraged to visit GreenvilleTriumph.com/WLeague to submit ideas for the club’s new…
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Infinity Marketing welcomes seven fall interns
September 21, 2021Infinity Marketing, a fully integrated marketing agency in the Upstate, is pleased to have seven interns for the fall semester. Celina Lam joins as a dual Marketing Intern with Infinity…
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Cary Swofford joins residential sales team at Coldwell Banker Caine
September 21, 2021
Coldwell Banker Caine recently welcomed former residential agent and Title C Services Manager, Cary Swofford, back to the residential sales team. Cary is an Upstate native and has always been…
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Greenville Triumph SC launches search for coach of women’s team
September 20, 2021
The Greenville Triumph SC has launched its search for a coach to lead the newly formed women’s soccer team and to develop opportunities to get women and young girls more…
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Gateway celebrates 37 years of helping adults in the Upstate living with mental illness on 1-year anniversary of new Clubhouse
September 20, 2021
The nonprofit encourages the community to support mental health via its online registry. For 37 years, Gateway has helped nearly 1,500 adults in the Upstate living with mental illness build relationships…
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South Carolina Botanical Garden Fall Plant Sales are Sept. 24-25
September 20, 2021After being held online last year, the South Carolina Botanical Garden Fall Plant Sales are back in-person. The sales will be held from 2-6 p.m. Friday, Sept. 24, and 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.…
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Clemson University to play key role in ground-breaking dementia research funded through National Institutes of Health Grant
September 20, 2021
The National Institutes of Health’s National Institute on Aging has awarded a grant of $44.3 million in expected funds over five years for the Preventing Alzheimer’s with Cognitive Training (PACT)…
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Resale shoe business a good fit for Dept. of Management Clemson student
September 20, 2021Putting himself in someone else’s shoes has been a sound business decision for Clemson University senior management major Brendan Clark. The soon-to-be graduate of the Wilbur O. and Ann Powers College…
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Freeway Music School celebrates 10-year anniversary
September 20, 2021
South Carolina’s fastest growing music school continues its commitment of delivering high-quality music lessons and giving back to the community Freeway Music —Columbia, South Carolina’s locally owned, premier music school…
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Greenville Technical College invited to join program that identifies and addresses barriers to student success
September 20, 2021Greenville Technical College is part of The Hope Center for College, Community and Justice’s first #RealCollege Institutional Capacity-Building Cohort (ICBC), which includes 27 institutions of higher education across the country.…
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Collett Industrial announces September groundbreaking for Willimon Business Park in Greenville
September 18, 2021
Colliers industrial team to facilitate marketing and leasing of the two-building park near SC Technology and Aviation Center (SCTAC) As demand for manufacturing and distribution space continues to rise in…
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Solvay adding new production capacity, jobs in Greenville County
September 16, 2021
Adding over 30 new jobs, multi-million-dollar investment in new technologies at South Carolina facility The Greenville Area Development Corporation (GADC), charged with promoting and enhancing quality of life in Greenville…
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Urban League of the Upstate announces new President & CEO
September 16, 2021
After conducting a national search, The Urban League of the Upstate recently announced the appointment of Dr. Gail Wilson Awan as President and Chief Executive Officer of the organization effective…
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First Reliance Bank named One of The Best Places to Work in South Carolina for 16th consecutive year
September 16, 2021
First Reliance Bank was recently recognized as one of the Best Places to Work in South Carolina. It is the 16th year in a row that the community bank has…
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Invisible Fence® expands direct service into Greenville
September 16, 2021
Invisible Fence® Brand, pioneer of the pet containment industry, announced Invisible Fence of South Carolina – Greater Columbia is growing their service area into Greenville, South Carolina. Invisible Fence of…
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DHEC and Governor McMaster applaud South Carolina’s 50 percent vaccination rate
September 16, 2021
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) announced Thursday that the Palmetto State has officially reached a 50 percent vaccination rate among eligible residents. In July, the…
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Fresh Fridays at Hartness to take place on September 17
September 16, 2021
Hartness, a new 444-acre urban village located on South Highway 14 between Pelham and Woodruff roads, will host the final Fresh Fridays at Hartness of the summer on September 17.…
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Infinity Marketing promotes Carly Saul and Jeanne Morrison
September 16, 2021Infinity Marketing, a fully integrated marketing agency in the Upstate, promoted Carly Saul to Senior Media Manager and Jeanne Morrison to the position of Digital Media Manager. These promotions will…
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Vivian Wong and Cerelia Group make donations to support pediatric cancer programming at Prisma Health
September 16, 2021
Greenville entrepreneur Vivian Wong and French-based Cérélia Group teamed up on Tuesday to donate $100,000 to Prisma Health Children’s Hospital in the Upstate to support pediatric cancer programs. The gift comes at the…
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Urban Wren to offer ultimate culinary experience through Chef’s Table
September 16, 2021
Urban Wren, recent winner of four Best of the Upstate awards in 2021, has announced a series of Chef’s Table interactive culinary experiences to take place in September and October. Each…
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Lt. Governor & community leaders open new Student Learning Center
September 16, 2021
Lt. Governor Pamela Evette joined Greenville Technical College and other community leaders at Greenville Technical Charter High School (GTCHS) to cut the ribbon for the new Student Learning Center (SLC)…
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Colliers Report: Retail market healthier than pre-pandemic
September 16, 2021
Commercial Real Estate Research & Forecast Report Q2 2021 South Carolina Retail Market Highlights During the second quarter of 2021, the vacancy rate dropped to 5.73% which is approaching the…
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Peace Center announces partnership with Fine Arts Center
September 16, 2021
To deepen the partnership between the two organizations, four weeklong artist residencies for Fine Arts students have been announced. Each week will serve the shared goal of the two organizations…
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