Bosch Rexroth Endowed Scholarship presented to two students at Greenville Technical College
September 24, 2020
Melissa Giles and Santino Longobardi, students at Greenville Technical College, were selected to receive the Bosch Rexroth Endowed Scholarship, a $1,000 award. Giles is a Construction Engineering Technology (CET) student…
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Local organizations partner for community-wide Day of Action event, Sunday September 27th at 5pm, Barnet Park
September 24, 2020
On Sunday September 27th at 5pm United Way of the Piedmont, the Spartanburg County Public Library, the Spartanburg Clergy Initiative and The Purpose Place will host a community activation in…
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Mashburn Construction named one of the fastest-growing companies in South Carolina
September 24, 2020
Mashburn Construction has been recognized as one of the 40 fastest growing companies in South Carolina for 2020 by SC Biz News. Celebrating within the Large business category, this represents…
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Ian Conits selected as one of Greenville’s 2020 Best & Brightest 35 and Under
September 24, 2020
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd is pleased to announce that Ian Conits has been named one of Greenville Business Magazine’s 2020 Best & Brightest 35 and Under. Greenville Business Magazine recognizes rising…
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U.S. News & World Report ranks Presbyterian College among nation’s best at social mobility
September 23, 2020
According to the U.S. News & World Report, “Economically disadvantaged students are less likely than others to finish college, even when controlling for other characteristics. “But some colleges are more…
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Countybank’s Laura Beth Brooks receives officer appointment
September 23, 2020
Countybank announced that Laura Beth Brooks has been appointed Assistant Vice President by the Board of Directors. Additionally, Brooks has been promoted to a new role, Corporate Governance Manager. In…
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Greenville Technical College named a Global Distinction Community College by UNC World View program
September 23, 2020
Greenville Technical College (GTC) was recently named a Global Distinction Community College by the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill’s (UNC) World View program. World View equips community college…
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Together SC announces new board members, selected by South Carolina nonprofits
September 23, 2020
Together SC, the state’s network of nonprofit organizations and their allies for good, recently announced four new board members elected by its nonprofit member organizations from across South Carolina. They…
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Davis Services, Inc once again voted “Best of the Best” for Spartanburg
September 22, 2020
Davis Services, Inc. wins in 4 different categories for Best of the Best Spartanburg; taking home the 1st place titles of Best Heating & AC/ Service Co., Best Plumbing &…
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Brennan Investment Group hires Rob Gage as Senior Vice President, North and South Carolina
September 22, 2020
Brennan Investment Group, a private real estate investment firm that acquires, develops, and operates industrial facilities throughout the United States, is pleased to announce that Rob Gage has joined the company as Senior…
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SCDOT’s public notification of proposed conversion of Cross Island Parkway to non-tolled road in Hilton Head
September 22, 2020
The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) is providing notification of the Transportation Commission-approved public comment period for the proposed conversion of the Cross Island Parkway toll facility in to…
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Infinity Marketing promotes four web and video team members
September 22, 2020Infinity Marketing, a full-service marketing agency in the Upstate, recently promoted Eric Potts, Landon Senn, Tori Gipe and Sara Tompkins on the Web and Video team to recognize their contributions…
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Earnnest appoints Russell Smith as General Manager of Earnnest Enterprise
September 22, 2020
Leading Real Estate Payments Company Strengthens Leadership Team with Industry Innovator Earnnest, the largest digital earnest money service in the U.S., today announced the launch of its new Earnnest Enterprise…
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AccelerateSC offers centralized dashboards for citizens to quickly find COVID-19, economic revitalization data
September 22, 2020
The state’s one-stop website, accelerate.sc.gov, now provides South Carolinians a single place to see the latest data about economic revitalization efforts, COVID-19 statistics and many other topics. Citizens can access…
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Maxwood Furniture expanding operations in Marion County
September 22, 2020
More Than $5.8 Million Investment Will Create 30 New Jobs Maxwood Furniture, a manufacturer and distributor of bedroom furniture, today announced plans to expand operations in Marion County. The more…
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South Carolina Cancer Alliance seeking Board of Director members
September 22, 2020
Since 2003, the South Carolina Cancer Alliance has been dedicated to the prevention and early detection of cancer, as well as improving the treatment of those affected by this disease.…
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EP+Co hires Chukwukere Ekeh as Business Intelligence Supervisor
September 22, 2020
EP+Co has hired Chukwukere Ekeh as Business Intelligence Supervisor for the Verizon account. Chukwukere joins the agency from Renasant Bank where he worked as a Retail Marketing Manager. In his…
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SCRA announces new SC Launch Director
September 22, 2020
The South Carolina Research Authority (SCRA) has announced that Russell Cook was recently named Director of SC Launch and Executive Director of SC Launch, Inc. Cook will be responsible for…
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Fifty-one celebrated in Sherman College’s first virtual commencement
September 22, 2020
Fifty-one students from around the world celebrated their graduation from Sherman College of Chiropractic in Spartanburg, SC, on Saturday, September 19, 2020, during the college’s first ever virtual commencement ceremony.…
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Harris joins Global Location Strategies as Marketing Manager
September 21, 2020
Global Location Strategies (GLS) Founding Principal Didi Caldwell announced that Katie Harris has been hired as Marketing Manager. In this role, Harris will apply her creativity and broad experience in…
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Friends of the Reedy River is bringing their fall river cleanup to your home!
September 21, 2020Friends of the Reedy River (FoRR) is bringing their fall river cleanup to your home! Friends of the Reedy River plans to activate the community for an at-home cleanup during…
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Graycliff Capital’s Jennifer Moore, Chief Operating Officer, honored as one of Greenville’s 2020 Best & Brightest 35 and Under
September 21, 2020
Jennifer Moore, Chief Operating Officer (COO) for Graycliff Capital Partners, LLC (Graycliff Capital), is among a select group of 2020 Best & Brightest 35 and Under recognized by Greenville Business…
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S.C. Sea Grant Board of Directors virtual meeting – September 30
September 21, 2020
The S.C. Sea Grant Consortium Board of Directors will hold a virtual annual meeting from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. on September 30, 2020. Items on the agenda include discussion…
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Waldrop Inc. announced as the Official HVAC & Plumbing Provider of the Greenville Drive
September 21, 2020
Upstate’s Premiere Heating, Cooling & Plumbing Company Will Be Featured Prominently at Fluor Field for Years to Come The Greenville Drive announced that Waldrop Inc., a mainstay of the Greenville…
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Tacos ‘n Tequila Fiesta to be held on September 27
September 18, 2020
Popular Upstate festival Tacos ‘n Tequila is happening next Sunday, and with added health and safety measures. Tacos ‘n Tequila Fiesta will be held on Sunday, September 27 at the…
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Coldwell Banker Commercial Caine Brokers represent local real estate transactions
September 18, 2020
Brokers from Coldwell Banker Commercial Caine’s Greenville and Spartanburg offices recently represented the following area real estate transactions from the month of August: Sales Greenville: Sammy DuBose of Coldwell Banker Commercial…
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The AnMed Health system receives Zero Harm Awards for patient safety
September 18, 2020
The AnMed Health System is the recipient again this year of Zero Harm Awards in multiple categories. The award is given out every year by the South Carolina Hospital Association.…
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Just Say Something kicks off October with their 4th annual Sunrise Red Ribbon 5k Run
September 17, 2020It is that time of the year again! Just Say Something is starting off the month of October with our 4th annual Sunrise Red Ribbon 5k. This Friday, September 18th…
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Ask and Receive Coaching CEO Stacey Bevill earns Board Certified Coach (BCC) credential from Center for Credentialing and Education (CCE)
September 17, 2020
Stacey Bevill, Founder and President of Ask and Receive Coaching, recently earned the prestigious designation of Board Certified Coach (BCC) from the Center for Credentialing and Education (CCE). The BCC…
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Driverge Vehicle Innovations, LLC expanding operations in Charleston County
September 17, 2020
$350,000 Investment Will Create 13 New Jobs Driverge Vehicle Innovations, LLC (Driverge), an industry leader in commercial wheelchair transportation and accessible taxis, today announced plans to expand operations in Charleston…
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South Carolina nonprofit institutions need ‘all hands on deck’
September 17, 2020
On September 18, 2020, the College of Charleston, Together SC, SC Grantmakers Network and funding partners will release top line results of a statewide survey that examines the status South Carolina’s…
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US News ranks Furman a ‘Most Innovative School’ 4th year in a row
September 17, 2020
U.S. News & World Report has ranked Furman University among the nation’s “Most Innovative Schools” for a fourth consecutive year, in addition to recognizing Furman again as a leader among…
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Tax tips and reminders for extension filers: returns due October 15
September 17, 2020
The South Carolina Department of Revenue (SCDOR) reminds taxpayers who filed for an extension that their Individual Income Tax returns are due October 15. Here are some tips and reminders…
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Greenville artist Adam Schrimmer wins bid to create mural for the City of Laurens
September 17, 2020
Adam Schrimmer, lead artist and owner of Blank Canvas Mural Company in Greenville, South Carolina has won the bid to design and paint the first mural for the City of Laurens,…
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NARENCO establishing operations in Florence County
September 17, 2020
Company Investing $20 Million Into Solar Power Project NARENCO, a leading renewable energy independent power producer, today announced plans to establish operations in Florence County. The company is investing $20…
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SC Lowcountry experiences record home sales throughout August
September 17, 2020
South Carolina REALTORS® (SCR) released its August 2020 statewide real estate market data. Factors such as home prices, months supply of inventory and how quickly homes sell, continue to set…
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Duke Energy reaches deal with Vote Solar, Sunrun, renewable energy advocates to modernize, expand rooftop solar in South Carolina
September 17, 2020
Duke Energy announced an agreement with leading solar installers, environmental groups and renewable energy advocates that, if approved by regulators, will create long-term stability for the residential solar industry in…
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Forbes recognizes BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina as one of America’s Best Employers for New Graduates
September 17, 2020
Forbes magazine has named BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina to its 2020 list of America’s Best Employers for New Graduates. BlueCross is one of two South Carolina-based companies to make…
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Infinity Marketing adds June Lake to growing client roster
September 17, 2020
Infinity Marketing, a fully integrated marketing firm, is delighted to welcome the June Lake Loop Chamber of Commerce (JLLCOC) as a new client. The agency is providing various branding services…
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The Innovate Fund provides $16.5 million in New Markets Tax Credits for Judson Mill Redevelopment in Greenville
September 16, 2020
The Innovate Fund, a Community Development Entity (CDE) managed by Tax Advantage Group by Cherry Bekaert and Greenville Local Development Corporation in Greenville, S.C., has allocated $16.5 million in New…
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Hire Me SC Summit to coincide with National Disability Employment Awareness Month
September 16, 2020
Employers and human resource professionals in South Carolina can take the next step in building a hiring plan inclusive of individuals with disabilities at the Hire Me SC Employer Summit…
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ClickFold Plastics establishing operations in Lancaster County
September 16, 2020
$1.5 Million Investment Will Create 21 New Jobs ClickFold Plastics, a custom plastics manufacturer, today announced plans to establish operations in Lancaster County. The $1.5 million investment will create 21…
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South Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association seeking nominations for Upstate Hospitality Awards
September 15, 2020
The South Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association (SCRLA) is seeking nominations for the 8th Annual Upstate Hospitality Awards, honoring the best of the best in the Upstate’s hospitality industry. The…
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Infinity Marketing receives seven fall interns
September 15, 2020Infinity Marketing, a fully integrated marketing firm, is pleased to welcome seven interns for the fall semester across several departments throughout the agency. “As we face the challenge of moving…
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School, work, COVID, oh my
September 15, 2020
By Amanda Loveday NP Strategy I continue to read stories about the demise of the working mother. Every night I scan my Facebook and Twitter feeds before going to…
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Kopis’ Dant named to Best and Brightest Under 35
September 15, 2020
Sarah Dant, an account manager with software developer Kopis, has been named to Greenville Business Magazine’s Best and Brightest Under 35 List. Dant joined Kopis as an Account Manager in…
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Immedion hires Jeff Sluder as Customer Service Manager for Asheville, Greenville and Spartanburg
September 15, 2020
Immedion LLC, a premiere provider of cloud, data center and managed IT services, announced today the hiring of Jeff Sluder as Customer Service Manager for their Asheville, Greenville and Spartanburg…
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SouthWest Water Company announces acquisition of Ni Pacolet Milliken’s Utilities
September 14, 2020SouthWest Water Company (SouthWest Water) announced that its wholly-owned subsidiary, South Carolina Utility Systems, Inc. has acquired the South Carolina wastewater utility operations of Ni Pacolet Milliken Utilities (Ni) from…
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YWCA Greater Charleston’s What Women Bring event to honor 12 women leaders from 11 industries
September 14, 2020
At YWCA Greater Charleston’s third annual What Women Bring event on October 1, heralded by empowering music and eagerly awaited by an audience of all ages, genders, and races, 12…
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United Community Bank launches commercial real estate lending division in Florida
September 14, 2020
United Community Bank is expanding its commercial real estate (CRE) lending division in Florida with the announcement of Chris Willman as Senior Vice President, Commercial Real Estate Relationship Manager. In…
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