CarolinaPower promotes David Farmer to Branch Manager in North Augusta
March 7, 2024
CarolinaPower, a leading employee-owned, regional electrical contractor, has promoted David Farmer to Branch Manager for the firm’s operation in North Augusta, S.C. – one of four offices in South Carolina.…
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Matica Group establishing first North American manufacturing operations in Spartanburg County
March 7, 2024
Matica Group (Matica), a global identity and payment solutions provider, announced it is establishing its first North American manufacturing operation in Spartanburg County. The company’s $2 million investment will create…
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St. Pat’s in Five Points returns to Columbia, South Carolina on Saturday, March 16
March 7, 2024
St. Pat’s in Five Points, South Carolina’s largest one-day festival, returns on Saturday, March 16, from 7:30 a.m.-7 p.m. for the 42nd event in Columbia, S.C. The festivities kick off…
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Bring Back Honest-To-Goodness Screen Doors
March 7, 2024
By Tom Poland With winter knock, knock, knocking on their door, people are thinking of storm doors and weather stripping. Well, drafty old screen doors occupy my mind. Recent…
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Due to the forecast of heavy rain the Cottontown Art Crawl has been POSTPONED until Sunday, March 10, 2024 from 12pm-5pm
March 7, 2024
Due to the forecast of heavy rain the Cottontown Art Crawl has been POSTPONED until Sunday, March 10, 2024 from 12pm-5pm. The sixth annual Cottontown Art Crawl brings artists and…
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Mike Fortner announces candidacy for Sheriff of Greenville County
March 7, 2024
Retired Deputy Sheriff Mike Fortner, owner of Aurora Farms Event Venue and Oak View Inn in Taylors, SC, is announcing his candidacy for Sheriff of Greenville County, SC. A family…
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Kevin Bishop announces bid for Congress
March 7, 2024Kevin Bishop, a resident of Easley and Pickens County for the past 25 years, today announced he will run for Congress in South Carolina’s Third Congressional District. Bishop recently retired…
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Columbia Museum of Art April 2024 exhibitions and events calendar
March 7, 2024
EXHIBITIONS Darrel Ellis: Regeneration On view through May 12, 2024 Over the course of his career, Darrel Ellis developed a distinct studio practice that merged the formal vocabularies of drawing,…
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Lake Greenwood Fishing Report
March 6, 2024
Here is the latest fishing report for Lake Greenwood as provided by the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources. Bass: Veteran tournament angler Stan Gunter of Greenwood reports that typically…
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Clinton High School and Clinton Middle School Science Olympiad Teams Clinch State Victory AGAIN!
March 6, 2024
The Clinton Middle School (CHS) and Clinton High School (CMS) Science Olympiad teams have once again demonstrated their prowess, securing their 22nd and 13th wins respectively. The journey that began…
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Celebrating Excellence: Highlights from the 45th Annual Laurens County Chamber of Commerce Dinner & Awards Gala
March 6, 2024
The Laurens County Chamber of Commerce 45th Annual Dinner & Awards program was held on Thursday, February 29 on the campus of Presbyterian College. The even marks the culmination of…
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Wallick Investments now offers holistic financial planning
March 6, 2024
South Carolina-based RIA firm Wallick Investments, LLC announced the addition of a new financial planning service line to complement its long-standing investment advisory and portfolio management services. This new service…
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Get Ready to Spring Forward: Daylight Saving Time Begins on March 10!
March 6, 2024
As the winter chill begins to fade away, a harbinger of brighter evenings is on the horizon. Daylight Saving Time is set to commence on Sunday, March 10, at 2:00…
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Shag Night with Pat Patterson Returns to the Lumberyard this Saturday
March 6, 2024
Get ready to swing and sway as The Lumberyard in Clinton invites you to the second Shag Night with the one and only DJ Pat Patterson on Saturday, March 9,…
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Opportunity for Inspiring Christian Educator at First Presbyterian Church in Clinton
March 6, 2024
Embrace the Call: Director of Christian Education Position Available First Presbyterian Church (PCUSA) community in Clinton, is on the lookout for a dynamic individual to step into the role of…
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Celebrating Native American Traditions Past and Present Arts Programs at the Laurens County Museum
March 6, 2024
Demonstrations of Native American arts including traditional instruments, basketry, music, songs, storytelling, and the Cherokee language will highlight the day at the Laurens County Museum on Saturday, March 16, 10:00…
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Attorney General Alan Wilson fights to defend South Carolina school choice
March 6, 2024Today the South Carolina Supreme Court will hear oral arguments regarding South Carolina’s historic school choice law that created Education Scholarship Accounts (ESAs). This law grants parents of eligible students…
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9Round Kickboxing expands reach with acquisition of iLoveKickboxing
March 6, 2024
9Round Kickboxing Fitness, the world’s largest kickboxing franchise, announced its recent acquisition of iLoveKickboxing (ILKB), a kickboxing fitness franchise. This move positions 9Round as the sole proprietor of all 56…
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New section of Sliding Rock Trail open
March 6, 2024A new section of the Sliding Rock Trail opened in the Nicholtown community, providing hikers and mountain bikers with an additional 1.5 miles of natural-surface trail. Trail users now can…
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McEntire Produce continues growing Richland County operations
March 6, 2024
$26.2 million investment will create 40 new jobs McEntire Produce, a full-service fresh produce supplier, announced the continued development of its state-of-the-art facility in Richland County. The company’s $26.2 million…
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Blooms in Full Swing: Alexander’s U-Pick Introduces Tulip Harvesting Experience!
March 5, 2024
The vibrant colors of tulips have taken Mounville by storm, and Alexander’s U-Pick is delighted to announce a unique U-Pick option for flower enthusiasts. In response to the unexpected demand,…
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Annual Lake Greenwood Cleanup this Saturday
March 5, 2024
Join Keep Laurens County Beautiful and Affiliates for a Day of Action on March 9, 2024 On Saturday, March 9, 2024, Keep Laurens County Beautiful (KLCB), in collaboration with Greenwood…
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Presbyterian College School of Pharmacy Student Places in Top Tier of National Competition
March 5, 2024
A second-year student at the Presbyterian College School of Pharmacy aims to become the country’s best in a national competition for patient counseling. Makenzie Chapman, a P2 from Aiken, recently…
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PTC celebrates its SCTEA Educators of the Year
March 5, 2024
The South Carolina Technical Education Association (SCTEA) honored three outstanding educators from Piedmont Technical College (PTC) at its recent annual conference in Myrtle Beach. Recognized along with colleagues from sister…
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Laurens High School FFA receives co-op grant
March 5, 2024
Laurens Electric awarded a Community Impact Initiative grant to Laurens High School’s Future Farmers of America at the Laurens County Chamber of Commerce’s annual banquet in February. The Future Farmers…
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Laurens County Planning Commission to Host Workshop on Comprehensive Plan
March 5, 2024
The Laurens County Planning Commission is set to convene a workshop on Tuesday, March 12, at 6:00 pm at the Ridge in Laurens, focusing on the county’s Comprehensive Plan. The…
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Hughes Agency welcomes two new team members
March 5, 2024
Hughes Agency, a full-service public relations, marketing, advertising and event management firm, welcomed Angie Jelley as media/buyer planner and Moriah Fair as senior events manager. With more than 10 years…
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Eric Monteiro joins OTO Development as Corporate Director of Marketing & Digital Strategies
March 5, 2024
Eric Monteiro has joined OTO Development as Corporate Director of Marketing & Digital Strategies, bringing more than 20 years of experience, including significant time in the hospitality sector. OTO Development,…
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Dr. Coakley selected by DHEC to serve as a Strategic Planning Committee member
March 5, 2024
Dr. Shavonna Coakley was selected by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (SC DHEC), Community Violence Intervention and Prevention (CVIP) to serve as one of 16 Strategic…
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Dynamic Fluid Components expanding operations in Oconee County
March 5, 2024
$4.8 million investment will create 10 new jobs Dynamic Fluid Components, a wholesale distributor of fluid power products, today announced it is expanding its operations in Oconee County. The company’s…
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Amanda Herlihy named GSA Business Report’s 2024 Women of Influence honoree
March 5, 2024
Amanda Herlihy, executive director of the SC Governor’s School for the Arts & Humanities Foundation, was named a 2024 Woman of Influence by GSA Business Report. This honor is bestowed…
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Regina Carter joins the Anderson office of C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS
March 5, 2024
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announced that Regina Carter has joined the company’s Anderson office as a sales associate. Regina has over twenty consecutive years of successfully guiding…
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Charleston Wine + Food expands commitment to culinary community with new mission, programs, and announcement of Culinary + Hospitality Fund
March 5, 2024
Celebrating its 20th anniversary in 2025, Charleston Wine + Food (CHSWF), the esteemed non-profit organization renowned for producing premier culinary events celebrating the rich and diverse food culture of the…
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Eric Dye joins the Midtown office of C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS
March 5, 2024
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announced that Eric Dye has joined the company’s Midtown office as a sales associate. Originally from Charleston, South Carolina, Eric graduated from The…
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Family-Friendly Frights and Feats at Harbison Theatre
March 5, 2024
Family-Friendly Frights and Feats at Harbison Theatre: Action-packed performances that are sure to give you goosebumps! 360 ALLSTARS Variety Show 4 PM | Sunday, March 24, 2024 Tickets: $40 Launching…
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Laurens County Democratic Party Convention Outcome – March 2, 2024
March 5, 2024
The Laurens County Democratic Party held its convention at the County Library meeting room on Saturday, March 2nd. South Carolina Democratic Party 1st Vice Chair Colleen Condon and SCDP Executive…
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Palmetto AgriBusiness Council elects officers for 2024
March 5, 2024
The Palmetto AgriBusiness Council (PABC) recently announced the election of officers for 2024. Sarah Windham, Partner with FORVIS, was re- elected Chair; Bryant Sansbury, CEO with ArborOne, was elected Vice…
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Greenville Technical College rebrands to reflect progress
March 5, 2024
Greenville Technical College (GTC) has rebranded to align the college’s image with its transformation of buildings and campuses, infrastructure, education, and opportunities. Rebranding aims to ensure that the college captures…
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Emmanuel’s Hammer to host the 2024 Annual Builder’s Breakfast
March 5, 2024
Emmanuel’s Hammer, a nonprofit, faith-based organization providing home rehabilitation services for under-resourced homeowners, will host their annual Builder’s Breakfast on Tuesday, March 12, 2024, at 7:00 AM. The event and…
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20 South Battery hosts special house and garden tour benefiting the Preservation Society of Charleston
March 5, 2024
20 South Battery celebrated a special house and garden tour on Monday, March 4th. The event, organized for a private group, resulted in a generous donation of $35,000 to the…
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Coastal Community Foundation grants $800K to create school rooted in Gullah Geechee Heritage
March 5, 2024
Coastal Community Foundation of South Carolina (CCF) will grant $800,000 over four years to Sea Islands Heritage Academy in Beaufort County. Sea Islands Heritage Academy is an authorized 6th -12th grade charter…
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Meet the female business owners of Freshfields Village
March 5, 2024
Highlighting local female retailers in celebration of International Women’s Day Freshfields Village, an open-air shopping and dining destination located on Kiawah Island, is celebrating female business owners in The Village…
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Colliers brokers receive prestigious Everest Award for top performance nationwide
March 5, 2024
Colliers brokers Garrett Scott, SIOR, John Montgomery, SIOR, Brockton Hall, SIOR and Chuck Salley, SIOR have been awarded Colliers USA’s prestigious Everest Award for top production in 2023. The Everest…
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Carolina Panthers and South Carolina Department of Education to Celebrate Eastside Elementary’s Academic Triumphs
March 5, 2024
A very exciting event is set to unfold on March 7th at 11:00 am, and the Clinton High School Gym will be the location of the excitement as the Carolina…
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Two more Grand Slam champions enter Charelston player field
March 4, 2024
Credit One Charleston Open now features five Grand Slam champions, five Charleston champions and four top 10 players in 2024 field Two additional Grand Slam champions have entered the player…
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Two schools in District 56 recognized as a “U.S. News Best Schools”
March 4, 2024
Laurens District 56 celebrated the release of two schools in the district being named as a U.S. News Best School—Clinton Elementary School and Clinton Middle School. This means that both…
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Grand opening for The Hollow restaurant on Gervais St.
March 4, 2024
The Hollow, Columbia’s first forest-to-table restaurant, is set to open its doors on Wednesday, March 6th, at 823 Gervais Street, Suite 100. Specializing in rustic American cooking, the restaurant focuses…
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Ten at the Top welcomes new board Mmembers
March 4, 2024
Ten at the Top announced the addition of twelve new board members for the 2024-2025 term. The new members participated in the TATT New Board Member orientation session that was…
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YMCA of Greenville announces 2024 Annual Campaign goal, continuing its impact in the community
March 4, 2024
YMCA of Greenville announces 2024 Annual Campaign goal, continuing its impact in the community YMCA of Greenville announced its 2024 Annual Campaign goal of $1.44 million to help improve the…
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Diaper Drive Thru Tuesday, March 12 in Clinton
March 4, 2024
This month’s Diaper Drive Thru will take place in Clinton at the Victory Worship Center Parking Lot (located at the intersection of Highway 76 E and Springdale Drive) from 4:00…
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