Omatic Software expanding operations in Charleston County
February 25, 2021
$450,000 investment will create approximately 100 new jobs over the next five years Omatic Software, a data integration company, today announced plans to expand operations in Charleston County. The $450,000…
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Pacolet Milliken expands portfolio of industrial property in South Carolina with purchase of Ft. Prince Commerce Center
February 25, 2021
The Colliers team of Garrett Scott, John Montgomery and Brockton Hall represented the buyer, Pacolet Milliken, and the seller, Courtland Development, in the sale of a newly delivered ±439,360-square-foot industrial…
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Lee & Associates to add another CCIM designation to Upstate team
February 24, 2021
Commercial real estate firm Lee & Associates Greenville-Spartanburg announces that Darath Mackie, an associate broker with more than twenty years of sales and business development experience, is pursuing the highly…
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Richardson gives record $150 million to Wofford College Endowment
February 24, 2021
Jerome J. Richardson, founding owner of The Carolina Panthers and long-time business leader in the Carolinas, has given $150 million to Wofford College, his alma mater. The gift — the largest…
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BMW Manufacturing announces construction of new training center
February 24, 2021Officials of BMW Manufacturing, along with South Carolina Secretary of Commerce Bobby Hitt, broke ground for a new $20 million, 67,000 square-foot training center on the BMW campus. The investment…
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SPACs – Special Purpose Acquisition Companies
February 24, 2021
By William R. Jeter, CFA, CFP® SPACs are currently all of the rage in financial media. Why? As with any investment being heavily promoted, you can almost always understand by…
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BASF donates nearly $12,000 to Seneca Fire Department
February 24, 2021BASF donated $11,983 to the City of Seneca Fire Department to purchase a new Genesis eFORCE Rescue Tool. The hydraulic rescue tool is used by emergency rescue personnel to assist…
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AC Hotel by Marriott Greenville Downtown opens
February 24, 2021Highly anticipated hotel and its Mediterranean-inspired tapas bar, Paloma, open on historic site in the heart of downtown Greenville Auro Hotels is pleased to announce the opening of its AC…
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National Land Realty partners with East Tennessee land & forestry icon Windrock
February 24, 2021
GREENVILLE, SC – National Land Realty, the nation’s fastest growing real estate land brokerage company specializing in farm, ranch, country estate, timber, recreational, and commercial development properties, announced that it…
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Greenville to host collection by renowned Mexican artist Jorge Marín
February 24, 2021
The Arts in Public Places Commission approved plans for Greenville to join a select group of cities from around the globe that have hosted Wings of the City, a collection of…
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The Barbara Stone Foundation grant applications due March 15, 2021
February 24, 2021
The Barbara Stone Foundation, a non-profit organization focused on supporting visionary and creative programs for individuals with disabilities, has opened the application window for Upstate non-profits to apply for grants.…
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Poised for growth, Logisticus Group adds general manager to team
February 23, 2021
Logisticus Group (LG), a transportation logistics, project management and technology company, adds Peter Mierke to the team as general manager. Mierke will be responsible for the planning and execution of…
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First Citizens scholarship to benefit Lander’s College of Business
February 23, 2021
A gift of $25,000 from First Citizens Bank of Greenwood will establish the first endowed scholarship for the Master’s Degree Program in Lander University’s College of Business. The scholarship will…
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Milliken & Company included as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies®
February 23, 2021
For the fifteenth straight year, Milliken & Company is included on the World’s Most Ethical Companies list curated by Ethisphere Institute, a global leader in defining and advancing ethical business…
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Cherry Orchard Dental Specialists break ground on new facility to expand practice
February 23, 2021Cherry Orchard Dental Specialists broke ground on their new facility on Thursday, February 4, 2021. This milestone event has been years in the making as husband-and-wife team, Drs. Brian and…
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2021 PGA Championship to be played with limited number of spectators on-site
February 23, 2021
The PGA of America today announced that the 2021 PGA Championship will be contested with a limited number of spectators on-site, May 17-23, at The Ocean Course at Kiawah Island…
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Green Source Advantage offers more renewable energy options for South Carolina customers
February 23, 2021
The Public Service Commission of South Carolina (PSCSC) has approved Duke Energy’s Green Source Advantage program in South Carolina, enabling the company to expand renewable energy options for customers. View…
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UofSC expands economic development efforts in Upstate with new hire
February 23, 2021
The University of South Carolina announces an expansion of its economic development activity in the Upstate with the addition of Sam English to the Office of Innovation, Partnerships, and Economic…
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Infinity Marketing welcomes Robin Cole as Senior Director of Integrated Services
February 23, 2021
Infinity Marketing, a fully integrated marketing agency in the Upstate, recently welcomed Robin Cole as Senior Director of Integrated Services. With more than 30 years of business experience, she is…
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Clemson research suggests effective communication in coaching may be a key to winning
February 22, 2021
Coaches may have playbooks spanning multiple binders or dry erase boards stained from years of use, but the ultimate measure of their performance may come down to two potent tools…
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Neault named South Carolina state veterinarian, Livestock-Poultry Health Director
February 22, 2021
Michael J. Neault, DVM, has been named South Carolina’s next state veterinarian and director of Clemson University Livestock-Poultry Health. Neault comes to Clemson from the North Carolina Department of Agricultural…
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Colliers | South Carolina announces 2020 Rising Star Award recipients
February 22, 2021
Colliers | South Carolina is pleased to announce its 2020 Rising Star Awards which were presented at the company’s annual Awards Celebration held virtually on January 26, 2021. The Rising…
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Whom Should I Select to Serve as Trustee?
February 22, 2021
By Jonathan J. Robertson, CFP® When people are updating their estate documents, they frequently leave assets in trust for someone else. The key concept behind the idea of a trust…
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Goodwyn Mills Cawood launches Disaster Recovery department
February 22, 2021
Goodwyn Mills Cawood announced its new Disaster Recovery department, led by Robert Ramsey as executive vice president. Since 2017, Disaster Recovery has been housed as a service within Engineering; however,…
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Virtual Greenville Venue Crawl experience to be hosted by Jamarcus Gaston and Myra Ruiz
February 22, 2021
As an innovative solution to COVID-19 concerns, the Greenville Venue Crawl will be offering a virtual experience option alongside their in-person event on Sunday, February 28th. The new virtual option,…
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What Critical Thinking Really Is
February 22, 2021
By Steven J. Pearlman, PhD I’ll let you in on a secret: defining critical thinking is typically a trap. It’s a trap because critical thinking encompasses so many things. For…
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Pall Corporation establishing operations in Spartanburg County
February 22, 2021
$30.2 million investment will create 425 new jobs Pall Corporation (Pall), a global leader in filtration, separation and purification, announced plans to establish operations in Spartanburg County. The company is…
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South Carolina healthcare employers hiring for hundreds of jobs during virtual career fair
February 22, 2021
MOUNT PLEASANT, SC – In-person recruiting events may be canceled, but we can’t afford to stop connecting talented job seekers and employers, especially in the healthcare industry. That’s why the…
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Just Say Something hosts 33rd Annual Red Ribbon Classic Golf Tournament
February 21, 2021
Just Say Something will be hosting their 33rd Annual Red Ribbon Classic Golf Tournament on Monday, March 29th at the Thornblade Club, 1275 Thornblade Blvd, Greer, SC 29650-4515. Located in…
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Joshua Trout named CEO of future Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Greenville
February 19, 2021
Joshua Trout has been named CEO of Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Greenville, Encompass Health’s future inpatient rehabilitation hospital in Greenville, South Carolina. The 40-bed hospital, which is under construction…
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LS3P names John Edwards Greenville Office Leader
February 19, 2021
LS3P announced that Associate Principal John Edwards, AIA, NCARB, has been named LS3P Greenville Office Leader, effective April 22nd. Edwards, who joined the firm in 2005, has designed and delivered…
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Vikor Scientific and Quantgene partner to launch SerenityTM – ground-breaking advancement in precision genomics, personalized medicine
February 19, 2021
Vikor Scientific, a South Carolina-based leading, molecular diagnostics company headquartered in Charleston, S.C. with a rapidly expanding nationwide footprint, has announced a strategic investment in California-based Quantgene Inc. to accelerate…
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Scentsy establishing operations in York County
February 18, 2021
More than $6 million investment will create over 200 new jobs in the first year Scentsy, a scented product distributor, today announced plans to establish operations in York County. The…
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First Community Bank names J. Ted Nissen President
February 18, 2021
The First Community Bank Board of Directors announced today that Ted Nissen, Chief Banking Officer and Executive Vice President, has been named President, a newly established role. He will work…
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Upstate Forever announces recipients of the 2021 ForeverGreen Awards
February 18, 2021
Upstate Forever announced the recipients of the 2021 ForeverGreen Awards. Since 2002, the ForeverGreen Awards have honored individuals and organizations that have made significant contributions in fields related to conservation…
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FUEL announces leadership promotions
February 18, 2021FUEL, a Greenville-based marketing agency specializing in branding and marketing solutions, recently announced the promotion of two of its leaders. Mary Church Cornette has been promoted to vice president/creative director,…
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Highest Morningstar Rating for Wallick Investments’ Fidelis
February 17, 2021
Wallick Investments, LLC’s faith and factor-based separate account composite, Fidelis, received a 5-star Morningstar RatingTM among 446 Large-Cap Value products for 3-year, 5-year and Overall risk-adjusted performance as of December…
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SeamonWhiteside announces Dr. Hassan Ismail as new Civil Engineering Project Coordinator
February 17, 2021
SeamonWhiteside, a full-service land design firm with offices throughout the Carolinas, welcomes Dr. Hassan Ismail to the Greenville office in his new role as the Civil Engineering Project Coordinator. As…
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BASF donates to Daniel High state championship rings
February 17, 2021Earlier this week, Elba Lizardi, the site director for BASF in Seneca presented members of the Daniel High Football team a check for $500 to go toward the purchase of…
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South Carolina Search & Rescue Dog Association assists in search at historic graveyard at Lebanon Presbyterian Church in Abbeville, SC
February 17, 2021South Carolina Search & Rescue Dog Association (SCSARDA), a non-profit, all-volunteer professional search and rescue team dedicated to finding missing people with highly trained search dogs, has assisted in a…
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GreenWood, Inc. earns the McGriff Workplace Safety Excellence award for 10th consecutive year
February 17, 2021
GreenWood, Inc., an integrated maintenance, construction, and workforce solutions provider, was recently presented with the McGriff Workplace Safety Excellence Award for achieving excellence in safety performance throughout the company. Issued…
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Hartness announces new director and project coordinator for Hartness Construction
February 17, 2021Hartness, a new 444-acre urban village founded by the Hartness family and located on Greenville’s Eastside, is pleased to announce the appointment of Lee Humrickhouse as director of Hartness Construction…
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Nancye Bailey earns Certified Association Executive credential
February 16, 2021
ASAE has announced that Nancye Bailey, President of NDB Association & Event Management, has earned the Certified Association Executive (CAE®) designation. The CAE is the highest professional credential in the…
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Southern First announces promotion of Kevin Lee to Market Executive
February 16, 2021Southern First Bank (NASDAQ: SFST), a unique Southeastern financial institution poised to expand and grow, announces the promotion of Kevin Lee to Market Executive of the Charleston region. With over…
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Make Learning to Save Fun and Easy for Kids this America Saves Week
February 16, 2021
By State Treasurer Curtis Loftis When it comes to learning something new, you often hear, “it’s never too late.” But when it comes to smart money habits, it’s almost never…
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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis reminds teachers about application deadline for SC Financial Literacy Master Teacher Program
February 16, 2021
March 31 is deadline for third cohort of master teachers State Treasurer Curtis Loftis is reminding teachers interested in participating in the South Carolina Financial Literacy Master Teacher Program that…
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The Blackbaud Institute’s 2020 Charitable Giving Report finds that online giving grew 21% amidst global pandemic
February 16, 2021
The Blackbaud Institute, a research division of Blackbaud, today released its ninth-annual Charitable Giving Report. Tracking over $40 billion in US-based charitable giving from the Blackbaud Institute Index, the report…
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Clemson embarks on new era in advanced materials, energy, environmental research and workforce development with SRNL
February 16, 2021
Clemson University will play a significant role in advancing the nation’s environmental, energy, and national security research and workforce development efforts as a member of the Battelle Savannah River Alliance…
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TTI Floor Care North America establishing operations in Spartanburg County
February 16, 2021
$93 million investment will create 134 new jobs TTI Floor Care North America, a leading floor care company, has announced plans to establish a new distribution center in Spartanburg County.…
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United Community Bank rank earns top honors from Forbes
February 16, 2021
United Community Bank has recently been recognized on two prestigious lists by Forbes magazine. For the eighth consecutive year, the bank was named to Forbes list of America’s Best 100…
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