Southern First announces three new appointments to board of directors
May 21, 2021Southern First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: SFST), holding company for Southern First Bank, announced the appointment of three new directors. Terry Grayson-Caprio, Ray Lattimore, and William Maner, IV will join the…
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Greenville Women Giving awards 11 grants totaling $550,000
May 20, 2021
Local women’s collective giving organization Greenville Women Giving (GWG) announced today it has awarded $550,000 in grant funding to non-profit organizations in Greenville County. Grants were made to 11 organizations…
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Greenville Technical College partners with USC Upstate to expand transfer program
May 20, 2021
The University of South Carolina Upstate has expanded its Direct Connect Transfer Program, enabling students who have earned an Associate of Arts (AA) or Associate of Science (AS) degree from…
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Statement from Gov. Henry McMaster on S.C. Board of Economic Advisors’ updated revenues and estimates
May 20, 2021
Governor Henry McMaster released the following statement in response to the S.C. Board of Economic Advisors’ (BEA) updated revenues and estimates, which were announced at a meeting of the Board…
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Upcountry Fiber to bring broadband internet access to Upstate Rural South Carolina
May 20, 2021
Partnership between Blue Ridge Electric Co-op and West Carolina Rural Telephone Cooperative invests more than $150 million to help to bridge the “digital divide” Utility cooperatives Blue Ridge Electric Co-op…
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Dr. Misty Jameson named Lander University’s Distinguished Professor
May 20, 2021
Dr. Misty L. Jameson, a professor of English and Film Studies, is the recipient of Lander University’s Distinguished Professor award. Her 13-year career at Lander began in 2008 when she…
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The Cliffs welcomes two sales executives to real estate team
May 20, 2021
The Cliffs is pleased to welcome Scott Reid and Courtney Stone-Lipscomb to its Cliffs Realty team as sales executives. Reid joins The Lake Region sales office which includes The Cliffs…
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Greenville Technical College hosts webinar on the state of the local labor market
May 20, 2021
A webinar moderated by Dr. Keith Miller, president of Greenville Technical College, will focus on shortages within the local labor market and the possibility of relief. “Growing Your Business in…
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Jay Haas and Roger Clemens to support Upstate through inaugural Breakfast with Champions presented by The Greenville Drive
May 20, 2021The BMW Charity Pro-Am presented by SYNNEX Corporation is pleased to announce that sports legends Jay Haas and Roger Clemens will support the Upstate through Breakfast with Champions presented by…
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Joan Herlong & Associates Sotheby’s International Realty honors top agents for April
May 19, 2021
Joan Herlong & Associates Sotheby’s International Realty has announced its top producing agents for April 2021. Michael McGreevey and Amy Hammond led all agents in volume sold, while Grace Herlong…
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Gallivan White Boyd attorneys selected for inclusion in the 2021 edition of Super Lawyers
May 19, 2021
Gallivan White Boyd (GWB) announced that 19 attorneys from the firm’s Greenville and Columbia offices have been selected for inclusion in the 2021 edition of South Carolina Super Lawyers®. Most…
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SCBIO issues third South Carolina life sciences strategic plan to drive industry growth
May 19, 2021
SCBIO CEO Erin Ford only has to look at recent history to understand the opportunity in front of South Carolina life sciences. Life sciences has a $12+ billion economic impact…
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SCATCC announces awards
May 19, 2021
The South Carolina Association of Technical College Commissioners announces the selection of its 2021 award winners. Commissioner Leadership, General Art Brown, Technical College of the Lowcountry Honors an individual who…
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Infinity Marketing adds BakerRisk + FORTRESS Protective Buildings, LLC to client roster
May 19, 2021
Infinity Marketing, a fully integrated marketing firm, recently welcomed two new brands to its client roster, BakerRisk + FORTRESS Protective Buildings. The agency is providing both brands with integrated web,…
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Intramed Plus marks 30 years of innovative healthcare service
May 19, 2021
Intramed Plus, Inc., is celebrating its 30th anniversary this month, marking three decades of service to patients across South Carolina as a pioneer in home infusion therapy. Dr. Varner Richards,…
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Kerns Trucking, Inc. establishing operations in Cherokee County
May 18, 2021
Kerns Trucking, Inc., a regional transportation and logistics company, today announced plans to establish its corporate headquarters in Cherokee County. The more than $7.9 million investment will create 136 new…
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Alexandria Smith says TCTC degree is her first but not her last college degree
May 18, 2021
Alexandria (Allie) Smith gets emotional when she talks about the overwhelming joy and sense of accomplishment she will feel when she graduates – with honors – at Tri-County Technical College’s…
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Lacey Hennessey: New Look, New Art
May 18, 2021
Artist Debuts @Lacey_Does with Launch of New Collection Lacey Hennessey, a Greenville artist and muralist, recently debuted a new name, @Lacey_Does, with the launch of her new art collection. Previously…
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Alexis Barrett joins Coldwell Banker Caine
May 18, 2021
Coldwell Banker Caine recently welcomed Alexis Barrett as a Staff Accountant to its Greenville office. In this role, Alexis will be working closely with Caine Controller, Sheila Hensley, and the…
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Coldwell Banker Commercial Caine brokers represent local real estate transactions
May 18, 2021
Brokers from Coldwell Banker Commercial Caine’s Greenville and Spartanburg offices recently represented the following area real estate transactions: Sales Seneca: Harry Croxton of Coldwell Banker Commercial Caine represented Gilmer & Sons…
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UMG partners with #1 termite bait system, Sentricon
May 18, 2021
UniComm Media Group (UMG) was recently selected by Corteva Agriscience, a major American agricultural chemical and seed company, to create a Hispanic marketing action plan to advance Sentricon, the number…
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Partnership funded by the Humanologi Foundation awards medical students free membership to the American Medical Student Association
May 18, 2021
In an expression of continued commitment to improving medical training and the nation’s health, the University of South Carolina (UofSC) School of Medicine Greenville has signed an institutional partnership (IP)…
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Coldwell Banker Commercial Caine brokers represent local real estate transactions
May 18, 2021
Brokers from Coldwell Banker Commercial Caine’s Greenville and Spartanburg offices recently represented the following area real estate transactions: Sales Seneca: Harry Croxton of Coldwell Banker Commercial Caine represented Gilmer & Sons…
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Epica International announces operations in Spartanburg
May 18, 2021
Epica 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, 2021
Colliers | 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, 2021
First 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, 2021
Three 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, 2021
NAI 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, 2021
State 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, 2021
The 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, 2021
U.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, 2021
Flourish, 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, 2021
Creative 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, 2021
The 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, 2021
By 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, 2021
Register 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, 2021
Longtime 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, 2021
Tournament 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, 2021
Dustin 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, 2021
In 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, 2021
This 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, 2021
U.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, 2021
Yesterday, 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, 2021
BASF 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, 2021
United 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, 2021
The 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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