Laurens County Safe Home Urgently Needs Community Support
July 9, 2024
As temperatures rise this summer, so does the need for support services provided by the Laurens County Safe Home. The combination of heat-induced stressors, higher utility bills, and the financial…
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SC Department of Education Unveils New Logo
July 9, 2024
The South Carolina Department of Education (SCDE) revealed an updated look Monday morning. The new logo recognizes the agency’s rich history with a fresh, modern design. It features elements that…
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Lander University Announces Faculty Tenure and Promotions
July 9, 2024
On recommendation of the provost and the University Tenure and Promotions Committee, Lander University Dr. President Richard Cosentino announced the decision to promote and/or grant tenure to outstanding members of…
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Attorney General Alan Wilson Joins 26-state Coalition Supporting Religious Liberty Before U.S. Supreme Court
July 9, 2024South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson joined a coalition of 26 states that filed a brief Friday before the U.S. Supreme Court opposing the Hillsborough County Transit Authority’s no-religious-speech advertising…
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New Leaf Builders to debut new home collection at Nexton
July 9, 2024
Nexton, the most innovative and walkable community in South Carolina, announced New Leaf Builder’s Piedmont Home Collection, featuring high-quality, boutique production-style homes, coming to Nexton’s Midtown neighborhood. “As a Charleston-based…
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JAGSC President nominated for prestigious National Hook Award
July 9, 2024
Casey Pash, president of Junior Achievement of Greater South Carolina, has been selected as a finalist for the Junior Achievement USA® (JA) Charles R. Hook Award. This prestigious accolade is…
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Columbia Museum of Art August 2024 exhibitions and events calendar
July 9, 2024
Columbia Museum of Art August 2024 Calendar EXHIBITIONS (Un)Settled: The Landscape in American Art On view through September 8, 2024 From natural wonders to the open road, the landscape has…
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Trinity Partners Columbia announces Q2 2024 notable transactions
July 9, 2024
Trinity Partners recently completed the following notable commercial real estate transactions during the second quarter of 2024. Sales Transactions • Roger Winn, SIOR, Braden Shockley, SIOR, and Will McGregor represented…
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A M King completes expansion for Henry Avocado Corp
July 9, 2024
Carolinas-based A M King, a leading integrated Design-Build firm with an established presence in the Upstate, has completed expansion of Henry Avocado Corp.’s cold storage distribution center in Charlotte. The…
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CarolinaPower welcomes Ashley Michie as Marketing Manager
July 9, 2024
CarolinaPower, a leading employee-owned, regional electrical contractor with four offices in South Carolina, has hired Ashley Michie as Marketing Manager. Based in the firm’s Columbia office, Michie will lead company-wide…
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Industrial property lease renewal
July 9, 2024Todd Garrett, CCIM, SIOR, Tradd Varner, SIOR, and Crawford Riddle of Harbor Commercial Partners represented the Landlord, 4281 Piggly Wiggly Drive, LLC, in the lease renewal of a 12,200 SF…
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Ingevity employees volunteer at Lowcountry Food Bank farmer’s market-style, mobile, fresh produce distributions that provide our neighbors with fresh, healthy food
July 9, 2024
CHARLESTON, SC – Ingevity employees and leaders volunteer monthly at the Lowcountry Food Bank’s Fresh for All food distributions in West Ashley through the company’s IngeviCares philanthropy program that provides…
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M. B. Kahn welcomes Craig Floyd as Executive Vice President
July 9, 2024
M. B. Kahn Construction Co., Inc. welcomes Craig Floyd as Executive Vice President. Craig brings a wealth of knowledge to the role, having successfully managed an extensive portfolio of construction…
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Mullikin honored by Galapagos Islands leaders
July 9, 2024
By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Global expedition leader Dr. Tom Mullikin was recognized by Luciana Bianchi and Pablo Majia of the Galapagos Foundation during ceremonies on San Cristobal Island, Galapagos,…
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FUEL selects Heart of Hospitality GVL as 2H24 grant recipient
July 9, 2024
FUEL – a Greenville, S.C.-based brand building agency – announced that it has selected Heart of Hospitality GVL as the FUEL for Good Grant recipient for 2H 2024. Heart of…
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Clemson faculty work to elevate role of religion and spirituality in serious illness conversations and advance care planning for underserved communities
July 9, 2024
Conversations about serious illness and advance care planning (ACP) can be challenging for health care providers, patients and caregivers – but nursing professor Tracy Fasolino believes these conversations are vital…
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School of Nursing researcher receives grant to study Alzheimer’s
July 9, 2024
Zhara Rahemi, associate professor in the Clemson University School of Nursing, received a grant from the Alzheimer’s Association to examine advance care planning (ACP) practices between patients, caregivers and physicians.…
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Andrew Brandt named West Ashley High School Principal
July 8, 2024
The Charleston County School District (CCSD) is delighted to announce the appointment of Andrew “Andy” Brandt as the new Principal of West Ashley High School. Brandt has been a dedicated,…
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Ken Tuck wins prestigious George Warren Fuller Award
July 8, 2024
Spartanburg Water Director of Drinking Water Services Awarded Honor by the American Water Works Association Spartanburg Water Director of Drinking Water Services, Ken Tuck, was recently awarded the prestigious George…
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Zoo shares positive accreditation findings
July 8, 2024
Onsite Inspection Completed in June, Final Report Expected in September Fewer than 10% of all zoos in the United States are accredited. The Greenville Zoo is one of them, and…
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Five Points announces the return of Five After Five free concert series
July 8, 2024
Columbia, South Carolina’s Favorite Free Concert Series, Five After Five, returns on July 18 after a seven-year hiatus The Five Points Association is excited to announce the return of Five…
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Avenue | Table 301 welcomes Chef Tanner Marino and Bethany Carter
July 8, 2024
The popular rooftop event space in downtown Greenville introduces Marino as executive chef and Carter as director of operations and hospitality Tanner Marino returns to Table 301 as the Executive…
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SC Technical College System leads $12.6 million initiative to transform South Carolina’s Energy workforce
July 8, 2024
The SC Technical College System is proud to announce its leadership role in a groundbreaking $12.6 million initiative, part of the broader $45 million federal investment secured by the SC…
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Kathryn Curtis joins Coldwell Banker Caine in Greenville
July 8, 2024
Coldwell Banker Caine recently welcomed Kathryn Curtis to its Greenville office as a residential agent. Kathryn has lived in Greenville her entire life and considers Greenville’s growth to be nothing…
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Entrepreneur Minute – William Russell, The Marketing Beacon
July 8, 2024
The Who’s on the Move, Entrepreneur Minute is an interview in support of the undeniable impact that entrepreneurs have on our communities. We will be highlighting 20 entrepreneurs in each of…
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Charleston Southern University partners with Papua New Guinea, newest Sister City
July 8, 2024
Charleston Southern University is honored to begin a partnership with the Papua New Guinea University of Technology in Lae, Papua New Guinea, as part of the Charleston Sister Cities International initiative…
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The Cassina Group welcomes Realtors® Christa Kearns and Joshua Broome
July 8, 2024
Innovation-driven real estate firm, The Cassina Group, is thrilled to announce the addition of REALTORS® Christa Kearns and Joshua Broome. Both Christa and Joshua bring a wealth of knowledge and industry experience…
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Dorchester County appoints new Clerk to Council
July 8, 2024
Dorchester County is pleased to announce the appointment of Lona R. Conrad as the new Clerk to Council, effective July 8, 2024. Ms. Conrad brings a wealth of experience and…
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Join us in July for Food Truck Fridays!
July 8, 2024
The City of Columbia continues the exciting Food Truck Fridays initiative throughout the month of July. Food Truck Fridays aim to support and boost local businesses, celebrate diverse cuisines and foster connections over…
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Spartanburg Water’s Customer Calendar Photo Contest kicking off
July 8, 2024
Spartanburg Water’s Customer Calendar Photo Contest is back! It’s a favorite for many, and we are excited to once again open the opportunity for customers to participate. The contest runs from Monday, July 8 through Monday, August 5, 2024. Water…
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Family Connection of South Carolina to host education focused summits for community-serving organizations
July 8, 2024
Across South Carolina, there is an increasing number of families who are navigating raising a child with a disability while experiencing housing instability. Family Connection of South Carolina is hosting…
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Grants awarded to improve 10 South Carolina communities
July 8, 2024
S.C. Department of Commerce awards more than $10.5 million in Community Development Block Grant funds Ten communities from around South Carolina are receiving community development grant funds totaling more than…
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Mike Holmes inducted into NAA Hall of Fame
July 8, 2024
Mike Holmes is the 24 th inductee into the NAA Hall of Fame The National Apartment Association (NAA) has announced the induction of Mike Holmes, CAPS, President and CEO of…
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School District Five names veteran educator as new coordinator of virtual program
July 8, 2024
Veteran educator Jerusha Spain has been named the new coordinator of School District Five’s Flexible Innovative Virtual Education (FIVE) Program. “I am tremendously honored and excited to be named the…
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County’s new HOME Program offering grant assistance for affordable housing projects
July 8, 2024
Informational Workshop on July 25, 2024 Berkeley County is hosting an informational workshop this month about its new Homeownership Development Program, an initiative to help fund construction of affordable housing…
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Hela Akkary joins Coldwell Banker Caine in Spartanburg
July 8, 2024
Coldwell Banker Caine recently welcomed Hela Akkary to its Spartanburg office as a residential agent. Hela has lived in various areas of the Upstate almost her entire life, giving her…
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Mountains to Midlands: CEO retirement and search
July 8, 2024
It is with a heavy heart that Girl Scouts of South Carolina—Mountains to Midlands announces the upcoming retirement of President and CEO Lora Tucker. Tucker’s journey with GSSC-MM began in…
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Kishia Dolata joins Coldwell Banker Caine in Spartanburg
July 8, 2024
Coldwell Banker Caine recently welcomed Kishia Dolata to its Spartanburg office as a residential agent. Kishia has resided in the Upstate since 1995, and praises its diversity, culture, and food.…
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Kerry Powers of the Greater Irmo Chamber of Commerce completes year 2 at Institute for Organization Management
July 8, 2024
A Leadership Training Program Produced by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Institute for Organization Management, the professional development program of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, is pleased to announce that…
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TPM named one of South Carolina’s Best Places to Work for the sixth consecutive year
July 8, 2024
TPM, a leader in providing solutions for the AEC and manufacturing sectors, announced that it has been named one of South Carolina’s Best Places to Work for the sixth consecutive year.…
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Kickstart Your Career: Exciting Website Manager & Graphic Designer Role at Presbyterian College
July 8, 2024
Presbyterian College is excited to announce an opening for the position of Website Manager and Graphic Designer. This role is perfect for a recent graduate looking to dive into web…
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New rates approved for Duke Energy Carolinas customers in South Carolina
July 8, 2024
The Public Service Commission of South Carolina (PSCSC) has approved new customer rates based on a settlement agreement with almost all parties in the Duke Energy Carolinas rate review request filed with the commission…
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TrebleHook joins South Carolina Research Authority as a Member Company
July 8, 2024
TrebleHook announced its acceptance as a member company of the South Carolina Research Authority (SCRA). This membership marks a significant milestone for TrebleHook, reinforcing its commitment to innovation and growth…
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Nexton breaks ground at Marketplace at Nexton
July 8, 2024
Today, Nexton, the most innovative and walkable community in South Carolina, announced the groundbreaking of Marketplace at Nexton, a new service, retail and restaurant development. Located at the intersection of…
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Diaper Drive Thru in Clinton: Join Us on July 9th!
July 8, 2024
Get ready, Clinton! The monthly Diaper Drive Thru is happening at the Victory Worship Center Parking Lot on Tuesday, July 9th, from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm. Growing Support, Growing…
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The Beach Company announces a promotion and two new hires
July 8, 2024
The Beach Company, a leader in residential and commercial real estate brokerage, development and property management, announced a promotion and three new hires. Will Freeman has been promoted to director…
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United Ministries announces program closure
July 8, 2024
New Focus on Economic Mobility, Housing Stability, and Homeless Services After thorough analysis and evaluation, United Ministries’ leadership team and Board of Directors have determined that the organization will no…
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Find Hope and Healing with St. Monica’s Women’s Prayer Group
July 8, 2024
Women experiencing feelings of hopelessness, powerlessness, and overwhelm, and longing for healing and restoration, are invited to join St. Monica’s Hope Women’s Prayer Group. This prayer support group offers encouragement…
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Governor Henry McMaster’s Working Group Builds Foundation for Independent Forensic Accounting Review of State Funds
July 8, 2024
The working group charged by Governor Henry McMaster this spring to look into questions surrounding the existence of $1.8 billion in state funds has prepared the documentation and information necessary…
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New Veteran Support Nonprofit Organization Established in Laurens County
July 7, 2024
Earlier this year, John M. Reeder, a Laurens native and dedicated veteran, founded the Veterans Assistance and Support Foundation (VASF), a new nonprofit organization aimed at supporting local veterans. John…
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