Greenville Financial Empowerment Center announces 2 new certified counselors
October 9, 2020
Greenville Financial Empowerment Center (Greenville FEC), a program of the Greenville County Human Relations Commission, announces Sheryl Hanshaw and James Cooley as its newest certified Financial Empowerment Counselors. Sheryl Hanshaw…
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Pruitt joins Lander University Board of Trustees
October 8, 2020
Lander University has announced that the South Carolina General Assembly has elected Dr. Terry O. Pruitt, of Spartanburg, to represent South Carolina’s fourth congressional district on the University’s Board of…
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Two Spartanburg area women to be honored as Women of Distinction drive-in movie style
October 8, 2020
Girl 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 22, 2020 drive-in…
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ScanSource appoints new board member
October 8, 2020
Frank Emory brings extensive legal, economic development, and executive leadership experience to the Board ScanSource, Inc., a leading provider of technology products and solutions, today announced the appointment of Frank…
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J Davis Inc. adds Director of Business Development
October 8, 2020
J Davis Inc., a family-owned organization offering high-quality general contracting, sitework, and industrial services, announced a significant addition to their leadership team. Heading the growth intiatives of J Davis Construction,…
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Greenville Technical College awarded $2.1 million Title III grant from the U.S. Department of Education
October 8, 2020
Greenville Technical College has been awarded nearly $2.1 million over a five-year period under a Strengthening Institutions grant provided by the U.S. Department of Education’s Title III program. The grant…
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Lifoam Industries’ new Envirocooler™ EVG™ reduces plastic waste while maintaining quality performance & convenience
October 8, 2020
Lifoam Industries, LLC (Lifoam), a business segment and subsidiary of LifeMade Products LLC (LifeMade), earlier this year introduced the new Envirocooler™ EVG™ , an innovative addition to its temperature-controlled packaging…
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Oldcastle APG establishing operations in Fairfield County
October 8, 2020
More Than $25 Million Investment Will Create Approximately 100 Jobs Oldcastle APG, a leading global manufacturer of outdoor living and building materials, today announced plans to establish operations in Fairfield…
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“Zooming in” on Clemson’s Fifth Annual Construction Symposium: October 15, 2020
October 8, 2020
Clemson University’s Nieri Family Department of Construction Science and Management in conjunction with the department’s Corporate Partner Companies will present its 2020 Annual Symposium virtually on October 15, 2020. Themed…
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Upstate Pre-Schools & Childcare Centers raising funds for March of Dimes
October 8, 2020WHO: The Upstate’s cutest fundraisers have started the 2020 Wonderwalk campaign to support March of Dimes’ urgent mission. Children are being educated on the importance of giving back at an…
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Melissa D. Bane joins Greenwood Capital ownership team
October 8, 2020
Greenwood Capital is pleased to announce that Melissa D. Bane, Senior Private Client Advisor, joined the ranks of Greenwood Capital employee ownership on October 1, 2020. “This opportunity and honor…
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Trump Administration invests $3 million in distance learning and telemedicine infrastructure in South Carolina
October 7, 2020
Distance Learning and Telemedicine Investments will Benefit Rural South Carolina Residents U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue along with South Carolina United State Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development…
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Advoco gains global recognition, selected as Infor Business Partner of the Year
October 7, 2020
Advoco, a leading Infor EAM consulting firm, was named North America Business Partner of the Year by Infor, a global leader in business cloud software specialized by industry. The award…
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South Carolina Department of Education awarded $31.5 million charter school grant
October 7, 2020
State Superintendent of Education Molly Spearman announced that South Carolina will receive a new grant award of more than $31.5 million over the course of the next five years from…
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Colliers International office specialist, Taylor Allen, receives prestigious Society of Industrial and Office REALTORS® (SIOR) designation
October 7, 2020
Colliers International | South Carolina announced Taylor Allen has earned the Society of Industrial and Office REALTORS® (SIOR) designation. The SIOR designation is awarded to real estate professionals in recognition…
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Coldwell Banker Caine names September Circle of Excellence recipients
October 7, 2020
Coldwell Banker Caine recently recognized its top producing agents in property sales and listings from September through the Circle of Excellence program. The Circle of Excellence distinction is awarded to…
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AO-The Space Day Spa & Salon now open at Verdae in Greenville
October 6, 2020
The newest tenant to open on the ground floor of NHE Inc’s headquarters building at 325 Rocky Slope Road at Legacy Square in the Verdae community is AO-The Space, a…
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The Insurance Source hires Jenna Lawson
October 6, 2020
The Insurance Source has added Jenna Lawson as its First Impression Specialist. Lawson will be responsible for the creation and execution of social media communications, writing promotional copy and referring…
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GreenWood, Inc. celebrates 30th anniversary
October 6, 2020
GreenWood, Inc., an integrated maintenance, operations and construction solutions provider, is marking its 30th year in business in the industrial marketplace. For three decades, the company has been delivering integrated…
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Countybank Foundation completes $23,000 donation to Anderson Interfaith Ministries
October 6, 2020
The Countybank Foundation recently made its final donation installment of $6,500 to Anderson Interfaith Ministries (AIM), fulfilling the pledged amount of $23,000 over the course of three years. Michael Wooles,…
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A M King wins regional “Best Project” award for Southern Foods Meat, seafood and cheese processing facility
October 6, 2020Carolinas-based A M King, an Integrated Design-Build firm with an established presence in the Upstate, has won an Award of Merit in Engineering News-Record’s (ENR) Best Projects Awards competition for…
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Infinity Marketing promotes five design and production team members
October 6, 2020Infinity Marketing, a full-service marketing agency in the Upstate, recently promoted Ryan King, Taylor Boyd, Katie Lasitter, Rachel Belk and Madi Nalley within the firm’s Creative and Production Department. “These…
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Grab A Bag SC returns
October 5, 2020
Kickoff event: October 19th, Clemson University Grab A Bag SC returns when community spirit is needed most. Join Lt. Governor Evette and PalmettoPride for a safe litter pickup event that…
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New athletic scholarships introduced to attract wheelchair tennis athletes to Clemson
October 5, 2020In March, Clemson University introduced its first adaptive sports tennis team. Now a new tuition support program will help bring other wheelchair tennis student-athletes to campus to play and earn their…
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Two Upstate BASF sites honored
October 5, 2020
SENECA and CONVERSE, SC — BASF has been recognized with the 2020 Cummins COVID-19 Outstanding Supplier Award for its work and customer support during the COVID-19 pandemic. Indiana-based Cummins is…
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Stinson Ferguson appointed to the City of Greenville’s Green Ribbon Advisory Committee
October 5, 2020
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd announced that Stinson Ferguson has been appointed by Greenville City Council to serve on the Green Ribbon Advisory Committee. Her two-year term began on October 1, 2020.…
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Registration is open for the Ned Marshall Memorial Golf Tournament
October 4, 2020
AC Controls is hosting the 4th Annual Ned Marshall Memorial Golf Tournament benefitting the Center for Developmental Services (CDS). New this year, participants in the golf tournament may play on…
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Elliott Davis expands senior leadership team with four promotions
October 4, 2020
Prominent Accounting Firm Promotes within Greenville and Columbia Offices Elliott Davis, a leading business solutions firm with nine offices across the Southeast, announced that four team members have been promoted…
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Spartanburg Community College begins South Carolina’s first Injection Molding Training Program
October 4, 2020
In response to the increasing need for skilled injection molding manufacturing associates, Spartanburg Community College’s Corporate & Community Education division has started the first injection molding training program in South…
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Agape Care Hospice selected by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services for its outcomes & patient evaluation assessment alpha testing program
October 4, 2020
Agape Care has been selected as one of 20 Medicare-certified hospice providers nationwide to participate in the alpha testing phase of development of the Hospice Outcomes & Patient Evaluation (HOPE)…
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Gov. Henry McMaster lifts restaurant occupancy limits statewide
October 2, 2020
Gov. Henry McMaster today issued Executive Order 2020-63, which lifts all occupancy limitations in restaurants throughout South Carolina, effective immediately. Previously, South Carolina’s restaurants were operating at 50% capacity. Now, they…
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Tacos ‘n Tequila Fiesta winners announced
October 2, 2020
The Tacos ‘n Tequila Fiesta, presented by Lunazul 100% Agave Tequila and held at The Old Cigar Warehouse, took place over the weekend of September 25. Although the festival was…
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Endeavor enhances corporate membership packages and offers new day pass 10-pack discount for more flexible coworking options
October 2, 2020
Endeavor, a coworking and shared office space community in downtown Greenville’s LEED-certified ONE tower, announces it has enhanced its corporate membership packages and is now offering a 10% discount off…
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OneSpartanburg, Inc. announces hire of next Chief Tourism Development Officer
October 2, 2020
Timothy Bush to lead Spartanburg’s tourism development efforts, beginning Oct. 19 Timothy Bush, award-winning president and CEO of Louisiana’s Cajun Bayou Tourism, has been named Chief Tourism Development Officer at…
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Chasity Davis joins Coldwell Banker Caine in Spartanburg
October 2, 2020
Chasity Davis recently joined Coldwell Banker Caine’s Spartanburg office, bringing previous experience from another Upstate firm. She joined the field of real estate following a career as a paralegal, where…
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Boeing to consolidate 787 production in South Carolina in 2021
October 2, 2020
As the airline industry continues to address the impact of COVID-19, The Boeing Company [NYSE: BA] said on October 1 that it will consolidate production of 787 jets at its…
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Regional Management Corp. announces appointment of Harp Rana as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
October 1, 2020
Promotes Brian Fisher to EVP and Chief Strategy and Development Officer Elevates Catherine Atwood to SVP, General Counsel, and Secretary Further Strengthens Senior Team to Execute on Omni-Channel Growth Strategy…
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Interns join Chiropractic Health Center at Sherman College
October 1, 2020Twenty-three interns are now ready to serve the community and see patients at the Sherman College Chiropractic Health Center, a teaching clinic for senior students in their final stage of…
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Adrienne Fairwell selected to become Riley Fellow
October 1, 2020
South Carolina ETV and Public Radio assistant general manager joins a network of more than 2,300 leaders committed to creating social and economic progress in South Carolina Adrienne Fairwell of…
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Celebrate Agriculture, Arts and Tradition at Free, Drive-Through S.C. State Fair, Oct. 20-21
October 1, 2020
Fair food available for purchase with extended dates, Oct. 20-24 The first-ever free, Drive-Through S.C. State Fair is bringing the tradition of the State Fair to fairgoers in a new…
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Sage Automotive Interiors completes acquisition of Adient’s Automotive Fabric business
October 1, 2020
Increased capacity, expansion, in European automotive industry Sage Automotive Interiors (an Asahi Kasei company) has now completed its agreement to acquire the automotive fabric business of Adient (NYSE: ADNT). Sage…
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SBDC hosting Cyber Security Event – October 7
October 1, 2020
October is Cyber Security Awareness Month and the Greenville Area Small Business Development Center (SBDC) is hosting a seminar to help small business owners prepare. The event will feature a…
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SC Council on Competitiveness releases 2020 SC Logistics Study revealing an increased industry impact on state economy
October 1, 2020
The study reveals the impact of logistics in South Carolina, including revenue growth, employment, economic contribution, industry wages, and more. The SC Council on Competitiveness has released its 2020 SC…
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Spartanburg’s SteelCore donates $50,000 PPE to Spartanburg Community College
September 30, 2020
The Spartanburg Community College Foundation recently accepted a $50,000 donation of personal protective equipment to the College from Spartanburg-based SteelCore Industrial and Welding Supply. Brandon Coates, president/CEO of SteelCore, and a…
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Community Foundation of Greenville responds to COVID-19 crisis
September 30, 2020
$400,000 in grants to be awarded to 20 local nonprofits At a time of unprecedented health care and economic crises due to the coronavirus pandemic, the Community Foundation of Greenville’s…
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The Cliffs announces expansion of Cliffs Builders team with two new hires
September 30, 2020
The Cliffs announced that Cliffs Builders has expanded its team with the addition of Vincent Fournier and Don Thompson. Fournier and Thompson will serve as dedicated project engineers for Cliffs…
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Carolina Moves Real Estate and Property Management Company acquires new building
September 30, 2020
Carolina Moves Real Estate and Property Management Company recently acquired the 13,000 sf building at 455 Congaree Road Greenville, SC 29607. The building will be undergoing a complete renovation and…
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Colliers Report: Greenville-Spartanburg office deal activity remains constant, sublease space increases
September 30, 2020
Research & Forecast Report Q3-2020 GREENVILLE-SPARTANBURG | OFFICE Key Takeaways Large blocks of office space becoming available created negative absorption and overshadowed the 37 office sales transactions and 58 leases…
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Duke Energy invests more than $350,000 in projects that help preserve, enhance South Carolina’s natural places
September 29, 2020
The Duke Energy Foundation recently awarded more than $350,000 in grants to South Carolina organizations that will fund environmental projects, wildlife conservation efforts and environmental educational programs across the state.…
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Census countdown: Help Greenville be counted
September 29, 2020
With just days to go until the September 30 deadline to respond to the 2020 Census, the self-response rate for the city of Greenville is just 57%. That means approximately…
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