Campus Upgrades: Fountain Inn Elementary Abuzz with Summer Renovations and Expansion Construction
July 8, 2026
While local students enjoy their summer break, the campus at Fountain Inn Elementary School is seeing a massive wave of activity as crews work to prepare the facilities for the…
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Community Market: Eggs Up Grill Mauldin to Host ‘Stitch, Shop & Snack’ Event This Saturday
July 8, 2026
Local residents looking to support community businesses while enjoying a weekend breakfast have a new destination this Saturday. Eggs Up Grill in Mauldin has announced it will host a “Stitch,…
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Registration Open: Fountain Inn Parks and Rec Launching Weekly Summer STEAM Camp This Friday
July 8, 2026
Local parents looking for a last-minute summer activity to keep their children engaged have a new opportunity starting this week. The City of Fountain Inn Parks and Recreation Department has…
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M. B. Kahn welcomes Timothy M. James as Vice President, Marketing
July 8, 2026
M. B. Kahn, recognized by Engineering News Record as the 200th largest construction company in the nation, is pleased to announce new team member, Timothy M. James, Vice President of Marketing. With…
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WhatsApp Account Takeover Scam Spreads as Fraudsters Hijack Users Through Verification Codes
July 8, 2026
Community members who use WhatsApp are being urged to stay alert as a fast spreading account takeover scam continues to hijack profiles across the country, locking users out and turning…
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Palmetto State Heat Dome: Golden Strip Sizzles Under Near-Record July Swelter
July 8, 2026
The brutal early-summer heat wave that disrupted Independence Day plans across Upstate South Carolina shows no signs of letting go. Residents across the Golden Strip—stretching from Mauldin through Simpsonville and…
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Main Street Fountain Inn Receives Designation as a 2026 Main Street America Affiliate Program
July 8, 2026
This national designation recognizes Fountain Inn’s strong commitment to community-based revitalization and positive local impact Main Street Fountain Inn has been designated as a 2026Affiliate Main Street America program again…
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Positively Primeval Cocktail Company celebrates One-Year Anniversary with ribbon cutting and community toast
July 8, 2026
Positively Primeval Cocktail Company is thrilled to announce its official one-year anniversary celebration and Ribbon Cutting ceremony on Thursday, July 23, 2026. The event marks an incredible first year of…
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OSLA Agency opens Summerville office to serve Southeast regional growth
July 8, 2026
OSLA Agency, a strategy-first digital marketing firm for small and mid-sized businesses, announced the opening of its new office at 100 S. Main St., Suite F, in historic downtown Summerville,…
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Colliers Report: Columbia Office Market Q2 2026
July 8, 2026
Colliers | South Carolina Market Report Beginnings of renewed investment activity emerge as market remains stable. Market Highlights The Columbia market recorded several notable sales this quarter, reflecting solid demand…
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Austin McVay named 2026–27 Chairman of the Board for the Lexington Chamber & Visitors Center
July 8, 2026
The Lexington Chamber & Visitors Center announced that Austin McVay, Commercial Relationship Manager with United Community Bank, has been named the Chamber’s 2026–2027 Chairman of the Board. McVay succeeds Trey…
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The Village Group announces call for artists, makers and creators for the Abie & Dorothea Ladson Cultural Festival
July 8, 2026
The Village Group is officially seeking vendors, artisans, and local creators to showcase their talents and products at the upcoming Abie & Dorethia Ladson Cultural Festival. The celebrated community event…
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Bookhardt Cemetery
July 8, 2026
By Tom Poland On a cool, windy day I drove Old Number 6 through farm country. You’d a thought wild horses had kicked up the pollen-yellow dust drifting over…
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Lanneau Wm. “Lanny” Lambert, Jr. reappointed to South Carolina Judicial Merit Selection Commission
July 8, 2026
Turner Padget announced that Lanneau Wm. “Lanny” Lambert, Jr. has been reappointed by Governor Henry McMaster to serve on the South Carolina Judicial Merit Selection Commission. This statewide reappointment is…
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Small elected South Carolina Bankers Association Chairman
July 8, 2026
Samuel R. Small, Jr., Chairman, President and CEO, First Palmetto Bank in Columbia, has been elected Chairman of the South Carolina Bankers Association (SCBA). He was elected by a vote…
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The remarkable life of William Rose topic of next Noon Debrief
July 8, 2026
Maxcy Gregg stood out among South Carolinians as one of the fiercest defenders of slavery and advocates of secession. He wrote an influential manifesto advocating his views, signed the South…
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America’s National Parks: Planning an unforgettable adventure!
July 8, 2026
By Linda Ludwik From towering granite cliffs and crystal-clear alpine lakes to colorful deserts and ancient forests, America’s National Parks offer some of the most breathtaking scenery on Earth. With…
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SeamonWhiteside invests in future of parks and recreation with addition of Tom O’Rourke
July 8, 2026
SeamonWhiteside (SW+), a full-service site design firm with offices throughout the Carolinas, announces the addition of Tom O’Rourke as director of parks and recreation services. Based in the firm’s Mount…
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Colliers Report: Greenville-Spartanburg Office Market Q2 2026
July 8, 2026
Colliers | South Carolina Market Report Asking rents reach new highs behind strong demand and limited availability. Market Highlights The Greenville–Spartanburg market posted a solid quarter driven largely by strong…
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Blink Book Review: Terry Szuplat’s “Say It Well”
July 8, 2026
By Reba Hull Campbell I like to mix fiction with “good for you” nonfiction on my summer reading list. My first nonfiction pick is Say It Well by Terry Szuplat,…
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Boone and Crockett Club announces $5 Million endowment milestone, renames Clemson University Conservation Program
July 8, 2026
The Boone and Crockett Club has reached a significant milestone in its ongoing efforts to support science-based wildlife management in higher education. Thanks to more than a decade of fundraising…
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Retirement spending is more flexible than you think
July 8, 2026
By Ellis O’Tuell, CRPC®* Principal, Hammock Wealth Management When clients approach retirement, one of the most common anxieties they share with me sounds something like this: “Am I spending too much…
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World Tour Golf Links to open The Bridge, bringing a new golf entertainment experience to Myrtle Beach
July 8, 2026
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. — Golf has evolved beyond just what happens on the course, and World Tour Golf Links is embracing that evolution with the opening of The Bridge, a…
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South Carolina Tax Free Weekend returns August 7 to 9
July 8, 2026
South Carolina shoppers can skip the sales tax on school supplies, computers, clothing, footwear and other back-to-school essentials during the state’s annual Tax Free Weekend, which runs Friday, Aug. 7,…
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South Carolina Tax Free Weekend Returns August 7 to 9
July 8, 2026
South Carolina shoppers can skip the sales tax on school supplies, computers, clothing, footwear and other back-to-school essentials during the state’s annual Tax Free Weekend, which runs Friday, Aug. 7,…
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Leroy Wamble joins Colliers | South Carolina as Market Analyst
July 8, 2026
Colliers | South Carolina welcomed Leroy Wamble as a Market Analyst. Wamble will support market data and research initiatives for Colliers’ Charleston office. Wamble’s responsibilities include delivering accurate, high-quality market…
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Experience the Holy Land for a Weekend in Laurens
July 7, 2026
Laurens residents have a rare opportunity the weekend of July 31 through Aug. 1 to experience the Holy Land without leaving the county. Professional Israeli tour guide Katharine van der…
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SC Hunters for the Hungry Seeks Volunteer Region Coordinators Statewide
July 7, 2026
SC Hunters for the Hungry is expanding its statewide network and is recruiting volunteer region coordinators to serve as the local link between the organization and the hunters, meat processors…
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Historic Courthouse Square Gets Fresh Look, 14 New Parking Spaces in Downtown Laurens
July 7, 2026
Downtown Laurens has a refreshed centerpiece following improvements to the Historic Courthouse Square that city officials say enhance both the appearance and function of the district. The City of Laurens…
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SC7 Expedition Reaches Clinton This Sunday with Musgrove Mill Hike
July 7, 2026
The South Carolina 7 Expedition arrives in Laurens County this Sunday, July 12, with a public hike at Musgrove Mill State Historic Site in Clinton as part of the statewide…
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Upstate Pregnancy Center to Hold Diaper Drive-Thru in Downtown Clinton Tuesday
July 7, 2026
Families in Laurens County who need a little extra help with diapers and wipes will have another opportunity to receive support when the Upstate Pregnancy Center hosts a Diaper Drive-Thru…
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City of Laurens Police Chief Heath Copeland Retires After More Than 26 Years of Service
July 7, 2026
On Friday July 3rd at the City’s Annual Freedom Fest Independence Day celebration Mayor Nathan Senn announced the retirement of Chief of Police Heath Copeland Jr. and presented him with…
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Clinton City Council Honors Longtime Judge, Approves Grants and Annexation
July 7, 2026
The Clinton City Council held its regular meeting July 6, 2026, recognizing a longtime local judge, hearing resident concerns about stormwater runoff and approving community grants, an annexation and an…
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Laurens County Chorale Invites Community to Inaugural ‘Sip & Sing’ Event
July 7, 2026
The Laurens County Chorale will host its inaugural “Sip & Sing” event Aug. 17 at the Laurens County Museum, offering area residents a relaxed introduction to the group and the…
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South Carolina Tax Free Weekend Returns August 7 to 9
July 7, 2026
South Carolina shoppers can skip the sales tax on school supplies, computers, clothing, footwear and other back-to-school essentials during the state’s annual Tax Free Weekend, which runs Friday, Aug. 7,…
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Laurens County Families Face Uncertain Future as Child Care Scholarship Funding is Reduced
July 7, 2026
54% Reduction in Smart Start Child Care Scholarships Threatens Workforce Stability, Child Care Access, and Kindergarten Readiness for Laurens County First Step Families. South Carolina’s Child Care Scholarship Program supports…
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WhatsApp Account Takeover Scam Spreads as Fraudsters Hijack Users Through Verification Codes
July 7, 2026
Community members who use WhatsApp are being urged to stay alert as a fast spreading account takeover scam continues to hijack profiles across the country, locking users out and turning…
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GSP Adds Nonstop Flights to Cincinnati and Fort Lauderdale, Reminds Travelers to Pre-Book Parking
July 7, 2026
Breeze Airways has added nonstop service from Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport (GSP) to two new destinations, giving Upstate travelers more options as the summer travel season continues. Nonstop flights to Cincinnati…
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A Conversation with Ava Hall Wasserman of Clair de Lune Needlepoint
July 7, 2026
By Karen Owens Publisher If you’ve stepped into Pretty Palm House in Pawleys Island lately, you might have noticed a vibrant, meticulously detailed new display catching everyone’s eye. It belongs…
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Empathy is the key
July 7, 2026
By Lane Byrum SHIFT Company As we close the chapter on Pride Month and settle into the days after celebrating our nation’s 250th birthday, I’ve found myself thinking about one…
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Mungo Homes acquires McGuinn Homes, expands Southeast presence
July 7, 2026Mungo Homes, a Clayton Home Building Group builder, announced the acquisition of McGuinn Homes, a highly respected builder in South Carolina for over 40 years. The acquisition strengthens Mungo’s current…
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NAI Charleston facilitates sale of service facility in Summerville
July 7, 2026
NAI Charleston announced the successful sale of 219 Old Summerville Road, Summerville, SC 29486, a ±2,000 SF office/warehouse facility situated on ±1.32 AC. Whit Jones of NAI Charleston represented the…
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August 2026 exhibitions and events at the Columbia Museum of Art
July 7, 2026
EXHIBITIONS Body Matters August 22, 2026 – January 3, 2027 The human body is essential to craft. This genre of art is rooted in physical labor, tactile knowledge, and material…
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The Big Red Barn Retreat announces Justin Moore as headliner for Fall Jam 2026
July 7, 2026
Tickets for the annual benefit concert go on sale Friday, July 10 The Big Red Barn Retreat is thrilled to announce award-winning country artist, Justin Moore, as the headliner for…
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Caledonia Golf & Fish Club earns place among Golfweek’s Top 100 public-access courses in America
July 7, 2026
PAWLEYS ISLAND, S.C. — Caledonia Golf & Fish Club has once again been recognized among America’s premier layouts, earning a place on Golfweek’s prestigious list of the Top 100 Public-Access…
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Georgetown becomes first county in South Carolina to pass Wetlands Protection Ordinance
July 7, 2026
On June 23, Georgetown County made history by becoming the first county in South Carolina to adopt a comprehensive local wetlands protection ordinance. The ordinance, built on a model developed…
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Tri-County Technical College Foundation receives $8,000 grant from the Dollar General Literacy Foundation to support adult literacy
July 7, 2026
The Dollar General Literacy Foundation (DGLF) recently awarded the Tri-County Technical College (TCTC) Foundation an $8,000 grant to support adult literacy. The funds contribute to a record‑setting, single‑day total of…
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College of Charleston’s small-satellite payload launches to space, completing mission
July 7, 2026The final part of a two-part mission sent College of Charleston undergraduate students’ research instruments to space overnight, placing the College’s first-ever contribution to a space-based mission into orbit.…
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Discover what’s new at Historic Columbia this July
July 7, 2026
Check out Historic Columbia’s upcoming events, local historic preservation and history initiatives, and more. HISTORIC COLUMBIA OPENS NEW SEIBELS HOUSE EXHIBIT: Thanks to grant funding from the Richland County…
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Clemson partners with BMW of North America for Deep Orange 17
July 7, 2026
Clemson University announced BMW of North America as the primary sponsor of Deep Orange 17, the latest iteration of the flagship vehicle prototyping program. Deep Orange is a framework within…
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