Andy Westbrook joins Countybank as Commercial Banking Manager
January 12, 2021Countybank welcomed Andy Westbrook as Executive Vice President, Commercial Banking Manager in Greenville. Westbrook comes to Countybank with more than 35 years of commercial banking experience. In his role as…
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South Carolinians aged 70 and older can schedule COVID-19 vaccine appointments beginning Jan. 13
January 11, 2021Governor Henry McMaster and the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) announced that beginning Wednesday, Jan. 13, any South Carolina resident aged 70 or older, regardless of health…
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Diversity Leaders Initiative project aids returning citizens
January 11, 2021As part of a Diversity Leaders Initiative community action project, Greenville Technical College and the Phillis Wheatley Community Center provided community members released from incarceration with backpacks containing toiletries, clothing,…
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Upstate Mediation Center announces 2020 Peacemaker Award
January 11, 2021The Upstate Mediation Center (“UMC”) is pleased to announce the 2020 Peacemaker Award recipient is Meliah Bowers Jefferson. Ms. Jefferson was nominated for her work in organizing the Lawyers Standing…
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Endeavor hosts virtual Collaborators & Cocktails with TED Talks Daily podcast host and NPR newswoman Elise Hu
January 11, 2021Endeavor, a coworking space in downtown Greenville’s LEED-certified ONE tower, announces that it will host its next Collaborators & Cocktails speaker series with TED Talks Daily podcast host and NPR…
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Comporium and York Electric partner to expand broadband services
January 11, 2021ROCK HILL, SC. – Comporium and York Electric Cooperative, Inc. (YEC) have entered a partnership to extend fiber optics to approximately 5,000 YEC members living in western York and parts…
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Greenlink providing later service hours and new weekly pass
January 11, 2021Greenlink has implemented the next phase of its plan to extend the service hours for its fixed routes, with all 12 routes now operating from 5:30 a.m. to 11:30 p.m.…
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Greenville businessman Ben Talbert launches recruiting firm to service manufacturing, engineering, industrial sectors
January 11, 2021Ben Talbert, with more than 17 years of experience both working in and recruiting for the industrial sectors, announced that his industrial recruiting firm, Better Than Found (BTF), launched on…
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SC Life Sciences conference to feature BIO Global executive Feb. 16-17
January 11, 2021With the biggest story of 2020 – the global COVID-19 pandemic – serving as the backdrop, the biggest life sciences conference in Palmetto State history will convene virtually February 16-17…
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SCTAC CEO named to 50 Most Influential List for 6th year
January 11, 2021For the second year in a row and the sixth time total, SC Technology & Aviation Center President and CEO Jody Bryson has been recognized as one of the 50…
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The Capital Corporation advises Forensic Engineering Technologies, LLC on its partnership with J.S. Held
January 11, 2021Greenville, South Carolina January 8, 2021 Transaction: The Capital Corporation announced that Forensic Engineering Technologies, LLC (“FET”, headquartered in Orlando, Florida) has partnered with J.S. Held LLC (“J.S. Held”,…
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DHEC encourages South Carolina hospitals to begin vaccinating admitted patients age 65 and older
January 8, 2021The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) announced today that South Carolina Hospitals should begin to vaccinate their admitted patients, who are aged 65 years and older,…
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Palmetto State Teachers Association Statement on Governor’s Budget, 1/8/21
January 8, 2021By Kathy Maness, Executive Director Palmetto State Teachers Association As our state continues to grapple with the ongoing effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, our citizens are experiencing a natural desire…
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Greenville Center for Creative Arts elects new members to its board of directors
January 8, 2021The Greenville Center for Creative Arts (GCCA) announced six new members elected to its board of directors. • Diana Farfan, Ceramic Sculpture Artist • Sam Jenkins, Project Manager, Cely Construction…
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SynTerra hires Danny McCormick to lead construction management program
January 8, 2021SynTerra Corporation, a science and engineering firm with offices throughout the Southeast, announced the hiring of Danny McCormick as the company’s Construction Management Program Director. McCormick has 40 years of…
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Auro Hotels announces Baileigh Wilson as Master Mixologist and Beverage Director of AC Hotel by Marriott Greenville
January 7, 2021Auro Hotels is delighted to announce the appointment of Baileigh Wilson as Master Mixologist and Beverage Director of AC Hotel by Marriott Greenville Downtown. In this role, Wilson will be…
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Greenville businessman Ben Talbert launches recruiting firm to service manufacturing, engineering, industrial sectors
January 7, 2021Ben Talbert, with more than 17 years of experience both working in and recruiting for the industrial sectors, announced that his industrial recruiting firm, Better Than Found (BTF), launched on…
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Countybank’s Amber Price and Jamie Compton receive officer appointments
January 7, 2021Countybank announced that Amber Price and Jamie Compton have been appointed Vice President and Assistant Vice President by the Countybank Board of Directors, respectively. Price joined Countybank as HR Manager…
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Joan Herlong and Associates |Sotheby’s International Realty to add Clemson office
January 7, 2021Joan Herlong and Associates | Sotheby’s International Realty will be launching its second office this year in Clemson. The new office likely will open in a temporary location in downtown…
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All Phase 1a healthcare workers urged to quickly schedule vaccine appointments
January 6, 2021Nearly 70,000 Phase 1a Healthcare Workers Scheduled to Receive COVID-19 Vaccines Click here to download this infographic COLUMBIA, S.C. – The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC)…
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Yolanda Edens joins Coldwell Banker Caine in Greenville
January 6, 2021Coldwell Banker Caine recently welcomed Yolanda Edens as a residential agent to its Greenville office. For 30 years, Yolanda has dedicated her life to helping others, in careers spanning from…
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TD Charitable Foundation supports Urban League of the Upstate with donation
January 6, 2021The TD Charitable Foundation, the charitable giving arm of TD Bank, America’s Most Convenient Bank®, recently donated a total of $20,000 to Urban League of the Upstate as part of…
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Jenna Bates joins Ameris Bank as commercial banker
January 6, 2021Ameris Bank Market President Greg Clark announces that Jenna Bates has joined Ameris Bank as a commercial banker. Bates will be responsible for expanding commercial banking relationships throughout the area,…
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Gov. Henry McMaster names acting director of S.C. Department of Health and Human Services
January 6, 2021Governor Henry McMaster today named Thomas Clark Phillip, Jr. as the acting director of the South Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (SCDHHS). Mr. Phillip has served as SCDHHS’…
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David Beasley to keynote virtual Sonoco FRESH Food, Packaging & Sustainability Summit
January 6, 2021The Executive Director of the Nobel Prize-winning World Food Programme to speak on future of sustainable food systems Clemson alumnus David Beasley, Executive Director of the United Nations World Food…
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South Carolina Farmers can apply Jan. 1 to grow hemp in 2021
January 5, 2021The South Carolina Department of Agriculture (SCDA) will accept applications for hemp farming permits for the 2021 growing season from Jan. 1 through Feb. 28, 2021. The state’s Hemp Farming…
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Graycliff Capital acquires Milagro, Class A residential community in Salt Lake City
January 5, 2021Graycliff Capital Partners, LLC (Graycliff Capital), a leading developer/owner in the multi-family sector headquartered in downtown Greenville, has acquired Milagro, a Class A, mixed-use, mid-rise residential community in downtown Salt…
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Senator Tim Scott statement on January 6 joint session of Congress
January 5, 2021This afternoon, U.S. Senator Tim Scott (R-SC) released the statement below in advance of tomorrow’s joint session of Congress. “I am grateful for all of the work President Trump has…
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Colliers Report: Greenville-Spartanburg’s increased office availabilities present opportunities for tenants
January 5, 2021Research & Forecast Report Q4-2020 GREENVILLE-SPARTANBURG | OFFICE Key Takeaways The effects of the pandemic continue to impact the Greenville-Spartanburg office market with increased sublease space and negative…
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Graham looks ahead at the 117th Congress
January 5, 2021U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) today made this statement after being sworn in on the first day of the 117th Congress. “Today is a big day for me personally, and…
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Infinity Marketing presents Let’s Talk Influencer Marketing – January 13
January 5, 2021Infinity Marketing will launch their 2021 educational Let’s Talk series by presenting Let’s Talk Influencer Marketing via webinar on Wednesday, January 13, 2021 at 11 AM ET. The event will…
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Greenville Venue Crawl promises a unique approach to event planning – February 28
January 5, 2021On Sunday, February 28th, more than thirteen of Greenville’s most sought after venues will open their doors for the 2nd annual Grenville Venue Crawl presented by Woodford Reserve. Produced by…
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Governor McMaster provides $19.9 million in education, workforce training funding
January 5, 2021$8 Million for Job Training, $7 Million for Early Childhood Education, $4.9 Million for Foster Children Governor Henry McMaster today announced a $19.9 million education and workforce training investment in…
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Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd elects three new Shareholders
January 5, 2021Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd announced that Jane Bouch Stoney, Charles E. “Charlie” Ipock and J. Philip Land have been elected Shareholders in the firm. Charleston Jane Stoney focuses her practice…
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Womble Bond Dickinson promotes Greenville attorney Catherine Wrenn to Partner
January 5, 2021Catherine Wrenn’s practice includes advising clients on regulatory compliance and handling matters that involve Medicare fraud, wrongful death, personal injury, negligence, breach of contract, and breach of warranty. Her healthcare…
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Clemson forest ecologist honored with career achievement award
January 4, 2021A veteran Clemson professor stationed at the university’s coastal research outpost in Georgetown County has been recognized by his peers for continuing leadership in wetland science and education. William Conner,…
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Columbia Realtor® Morris Lyles is South Carolina REALTORS® 2021 President
January 4, 2021Morris Lyles, Realtor® at ERA Wilder Realty in Columbia is South Carolina REALTORS® (SCR) 2021 president. Morris was installed in a virtual awards ceremony at the association office in Columbia…
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Nexsen Pruet elects eight attorneys to Membership
January 4, 2021Columbia, Greensboro, Greenville, Raleigh lawyers represent businesses and professionals. The Nexsen Pruet law firm has elevated eight attorneys to Members of the growing legal team. They are corporate attorneys, litigators,…
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Bon Secours St. Francis Eastside and St. Francis Downtown receive an ‘A’ for Patient Safety for the fall 2020 Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade
January 4, 2021Bon Secours St. Francis Eastside and Bon Secours St. Francis Downtown were both awarded with an ‘A’ from The Leapfrog Group’s fall 2020 Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade. The designation recognizes…
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Cindy Bass Searfoss joins Coldwell Banker Caine in Spartanburg
January 4, 2021Coldwell Banker Caine recently welcomed Cindy Bass Searfoss as a residential agent to its Spartanburg office. A consummate entrepreneur, Cindy joins Caine with years of experience managing her own business…
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Quinn Residences expands their portfolio with the acquisition of Tyger Pointe community in Spartanburg
January 4, 2021CORAL GABLES, FL – Quinn Residences purchased Tyger Pointe which is located in Spartanburg, South Carolina. When completed, Tyger Pointe will consist of 92 three- and four-bedroom homes with monthly…
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The Spartanburg County Foundation welcomes Erika McJimpsey as new trustee
January 4, 2021The Spartanburg County Foundation announced the election of Erika L. McJimpsey to the Board of Trustees for a term of seven years. Erika McJimpsey currently serves as the Chief Municipal…
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Colliers International’s office brokerage team represents Ballentine Capital Advisors in the purchase of an office building in Greenville, SC
January 4, 2021Colliers International | South Carolina’s office brokerage team of Brantley Anderson, CCIM, Taylor Allen, SIOR CCIM and Bailey Tollison represented Ballentine Capital Advisors in the purchase of a 4,570-square-foot office…
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South Carolina is above national average of vaccine administrations per doses received
December 30, 2020Dr. Bell Urges Ringing in the New Year at Home A day after providing an update on COVID-19 vaccines, the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) announced the…
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Department of Energy selects Battelle Savannah River Alliance for $3.8 billion contract to manage Savannah River National Laboratory with UofSC, other SC colleges
December 28, 2020The Battelle Savannah River Alliance (BRSA) Team was selected by the Department of Energy to manage one of the country’s premier environmental, energy, and national security research facilities—the Savannah River…
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Study Edge announces South Carolina K-12 tutoring initiative
December 28, 2020Study Edge announced the expansion of its online Tutor Matching Service (TMS) to the entire State of South Carolina in January 2021. Tutors have been flocking to TMS, including those…
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Mill Point Capital completes sale of Huntington Solutions
December 28, 2020GREER, SC – Mill Point Capital, a private equity firm focused on control-oriented investments in the industrial, IT services and business services sectors, announced the sale of Huntington Solutions. Based…
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Lovelace to serve as next S.C. Sea Grant Consortium executive director
December 27, 2020Susan Lovelace, Ph.D., has been selected as the S.C. Sea Grant Consortium executive director, effective January 1, 2021. Previously she was the Consortium’s assistant director for development and extension for…
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A M King supports the Salvation Army Angel Tree Program amid the pandemic
December 23, 2020For more than a decade, Carolinas-based A M King, an integrated design-build firm with an established presence in the Upstate, has designated funds during the holiday season for each of…
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Amid pandemic, Spartanburg Water grant aims to support resilient efforts by Watershed Ecology Center to continue education for 22,000 area students
December 22, 2020A $16,000 grant by Spartanburg Water will assist USC Upstate’s Watershed Ecology Center in continuing its mission to encourage watershed awareness through education, experience, and community outreach, despite the Coronavirus…
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