United Community Bank awarded 2020 Elizabeth O’Neill Verner Governor’s Awards for the Arts
July 14, 2020
United Community Bank is pleased to have been recognized by the South Carolina Arts Commission (SCAC) as a 2020 Elizabeth O’Neill Verner Governor’s Awards for the Arts award recipient. The…
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New artificial intelligence institute strengthens Clemson University’s abilities in competitive field
July 14, 2020
Clemson University is strengthening its ability to conduct research and offer courses in artificial intelligence, a fast-rising technology that is beginning to revolutionize industries ranging from advanced manufacturing to healthcare.…
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Gov. Henry McMaster invests $2.4 million in historically black colleges and universities
July 14, 2020
Governor McMaster announced that he is allocating $2.4 million from the Governor’s Emergency Education Relief (GEER) Fund to the state’s eight historically black colleges and universities. Originally a recommendation from…
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PC School of Pharmacy enters agreement with Spartanburg Community College
July 14, 2020The Presbyterian College School of Pharmacy (PCSP) has entered into an agreement with Spartanburg Community College (SCC), a partnership that offers students an opportunity into the School and the pharmacy…
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Google announces three new tech skill certificates on Coursera
July 13, 2020
Select Certificate Program Graduates will Receive Apprenticeships at Google Google.org Supporting Initiative with $10 Million in Job Training Grants to Nonprofits Google announced three new Google Career Certificates in high-growth,…
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Caldwell Constructors awarded building contracts for projects in Clemson and Greenville
July 13, 2020
Caldwell Constructors announced they have been recently awarded two exciting contracts with repeat clients including Gastroenterology Associates and Senior Action. Clemson Endoscopy Center at Patrick Square will be the fourth…
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Ellipsis Technologies announces partnership with Convesio
July 13, 2020
Ellipsis Technologies announced a partnership with San Francisco-based Convesio, the premier hosting platform for WordPress site owners and agencies. With this partnership the Ellipsis Human Presence ™ security plugin will…
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GSP installs Clean&Safe Travels PPE vending machines
July 13, 2020
Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport (GSP) has installed two new vending machines to provide air travelers the opportunity to purchase personal protection equipment (PPE) without interrupting their journey. The Clean&Safe Travels vending kiosks offer…
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Neighborhood Housing Corporation chosen as Q3 recipient of FUEL for Good Grant
July 13, 2020FUEL, a marketing agency in downtown Greenville, SC, specializing in branding and marketing solutions, has selected Neighborhood Housing Corporation as the third quarter FUEL for Good Grant recipient. The $10,000…
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I Am Lander: Lander student spreads message of positivity
July 13, 2020
Damion Moragne Spreads Message of Positivity As the COVID-19 pandemic wears on, Damion Moragne remains undeterred in his passion for positive messaging. Long before the campus closed in March, the…
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Greenville Technical College offices reopen to help students enroll and succeed
July 13, 2020
Fall Semester classes at Greenville Technical College begin August 24. To help students enroll, many offices have reopened to serve the public face-to-face. Included are admissions, financial aid, testing, the…
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Presbyterian College School of Pharmacy enters agreement with Spartanburg Community College
July 13, 2020
The Presbyterian College School of Pharmacy (PCSP) has entered into an agreement with Spartanburg Community College (SCC), a partnership that offers students an opportunity into the School and the pharmacy…
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Has COVID-19 Opened the Door to Business Fraud?
July 13, 2020
Bauknight, Pietras & Stormer CPA Jessica Kaczor Says “Yes!” Editor’s Note: I recently sat down, virtually of course, with Jessica Kaczor, a business fraud super sleuth and Certified Fraud…
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Interns join Chiropractic Health Center at Sherman College
July 13, 2020Twenty-eight 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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Coldwell Banker Caine names June Circle of Excellence recipients
July 11, 2020
Coldwell Banker Caine recently recognized its top producing agents in property sales and listings from June through the Circle of Excellence program. The Circle of Excellence distinction is awarded to…
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“Rice and Associates” becomes one of Greenville’s top small businesses
July 10, 2020
It’s no secret that small business “Rice and Associates” is on the rise in Greenville. Founded in 2018 the company has expanded with a sub-location in Raleigh, North Carolina and…
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Infinity Marketing welcomes talented summer interns
July 10, 2020
Infinity Marketing, a fully integrated marketing firm, is pleased to have Claire Blanchard and Chris Giuliani as interns for the summer. Their addition speaks to Infinity’s continued progression across departments…
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Megan Early-Soppa of Moseley Marcinak Law Group named to GSA Inaugural 40 Under 40 Group
July 10, 2020
Moseley Marcinak Law Group LLP announced that attorney Megan Early-Soppa has been named to GSA Business Inaugural 40 Under 40 Group. “We are thrilled to have Megan among other young…
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Gov. Henry McMaster prohibits alcohol sales at bars and restaurants after 11 PM
July 10, 2020
To help reduce the transmission of COVID-19 between young adults in South Carolina, Governor Henry McMaster today announced that the sale of alcoholic beverages in all bars and restaurants throughout…
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Lt. Governor Evette named Environmental Champion
July 10, 2020Maj. Gen. (Ret.) Tom Mullikin, board chairman of Global Eco Adventures (GEA), presented the “Environmental Champion” award to S.C. Lt. Gov. Pamela S. Evette, Wed., July 8. The award recognizes…
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Elected officials, state epidemiologist speak on South Carolina’s path forward from pandemic July 16
July 10, 2020
STATEWIDE SOUTH CAROLINA – July 9, 2020 – Three of South Carolina’s leading elected officials will be joined by State Epidemiologist Dr. Linda Bell July 16 at 10 a.m. for…
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SC Institute of Medicine and Public Health announces new Executive Director
July 9, 2020
The South Carolina Institute of Medicine and Public Health (IMPH) announced the appointment of Maya Pack as its new Executive Director, effective July 1, 2020. IMPH is an independent, nonpartisan,…
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UnitedHealthcare donates nearly $1 Million to nonprofits in South Carolina
July 9, 2020
Funding is part of UnitedHealthcare’s $12.3 million in Empowering Health grants focused on expanding access to care and addressing the social determinants of health for people in underserved communities COLUMBIA,…
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VentureSouth continues investing despite pandemic
July 9, 2020
VentureSouth, one of the largest angel investment groups in the United States, announced its investment activity for the first half of 2020. Despite health and economic challenges brought on by…
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GADC names new officers, adds three to Greenville County’s Economic Development Organization Board
July 8, 2020
The Greenville Area Development Corporation (GADC), charged with promoting and enhancing quality of life in Greenville County by facilitating job growth and investment, has named Tom Epting as Chairman of…
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Kate Lupo Fowler joins Crawford Strategy as Executive Communications Liaison
July 8, 2020
Crawford Strategy, a full-service marketing and branding agency, welcomes Kate Lupo Fowler as Executive Communications Liaison. In this position, Lupo serves Crawford Strategy founder and CEO, Marion Crawford, in daily…
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Panera Bread kicks off Summer of Wishes campaign to raise funds for Make-A-Wish South Carolina
July 8, 2020
20 participating locations of Panera Bread® across the state are hosting the third annual “Summer of Wishes” campaign. The campaign will run July 1- September 30 in participating South Carolina…
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Students to receive a Logos Academic and Pastoral Library at no cost
July 8, 2020
The tools of a carpenter include the hammer and the level. A pastor’s tools are a curated and well-stocked library. Yet, most pastors enter the ministry without the resources they…
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SC Disability Employment Coalition hosts virtual employment workshop – July 23
July 8, 2020
On Thursday, July 23, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., the SC Disability Employment Coalition will host a free virtual workshop for individuals with disabilities entitled “Disability Benefits & Employment: Make It…
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Trinity Partners represents investor in acquisition of 635 W. Wade Hampton Boulevard
July 8, 2020
Dail Longaker, Director of Investment Sales at Trinity Partners, recently represented a Maine-based investor in their $3.1 million acquisition of the John Harris Body Shop at 635 W. Wade Hampton…
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A M King mobilizes on largest avocado ripening and processing facility in the U.S.
July 8, 2020
Carolinas-based A M King, an integrated Design-Build firm with an established presence in the Upstate, has begun construction of a 262,000-square-foot ripening and cold storage distribution center in Laredo, Texas…
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Connect for Good GVL program shares over 10,000 meals
July 8, 2020
Partnership of Local Businesses Delivers Thousands of Meals GREENVILLE, SC – Advoco, a leading EAM software consulting firm, hosts Connect, an annual user conference in Greenville, SC. This year the…
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All Clear Plumbing celebrates anniversary of program with a graduation
July 8, 2020
All Clear Plumbing celebrated the fifth anniversary of its innovative apprenticeship program with a graduation on Wednesday. Ken Dodd, Kevin Baesman, and Paul Smith are the most recent group of…
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Taiwan donates 92,000 surgical masks to the state of South Carolina
July 7, 2020
The Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in Atlanta (TECO) has donated 92,000 surgical masks to support South Carolina frontline medical personnel in the fight against COVID-19. South Carolina state government agencies worked…
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United Ministries announces new executive board members
July 7, 2020
United Ministries announced new leadership for the 2020-2021 term. Jim Akerhielm, former CEO of TekLinks, Inc., NuVox and Triton Cellular, has been elected Board Chairman. Jim previously served as the…
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AnMed Health reinstates no inpatient visitor policy due to surge in COVID-19 cases
July 7, 2020In light of the surge in COVID-19 cases, AnMed Health has reinstated no visitation for any inpatient areas with the exception of end-of-life and special circumstances for the safety of…
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Kim Christ named Director of SC Tech and SC Cyber; SC Council on competitiveness taps former SC codes Director to lead initiative formerly known as TechSC
July 7, 2020
The South Carolina Council on Competitiveness today announced the rebrand of its technology initiative and named Kim Christ as its full-time initiative Director. Formerly TechSC and now SC Tech, the initiative is designed to accelerate the growth and…
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Sargent Metal Fabricators, Inc. expanding operations in Anderson County
July 7, 2020
$9.5 million investment to create 50 new jobs Sargent Metal Fabricators, Inc. (Sargent Metal), a custom metal fabrication company, announced plans to expand operations in Anderson County. The company’s $9.5…
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Cushman & Wakefield | Thalhimer announces sale of manufacturing facility in Hodges, SC
July 7, 2020
Cushman & Wakefield | Thalhimer announced the sale of 5502 Highway 25 North in Hodges, South Carolina. Eaton Corporation purchased the 111,600 square foot manufacturing facility situated on 10 acres…
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OneSpartanburg awards $10K to SAM ‘Smart Start’ program
July 7, 2020
The Spartanburg Academic Movement (SAM) is introducing Smart Start, a program designed to help students bridge the gap between their intention to start college and their actual enrollment. OneSpartanburg is…
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Zuendt Engineering hires Brittany Seo as Civil Engineer
July 7, 2020
Full service civil and structural engineering firm, Zuendt Engineering, has hired Brittany Seo as a Civil Engineer for its Greenville location. Seo graduated in 2019 with a bachelor’s degree in…
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Spartanburg Mayors Committee for People with Disabilities selects new officers
July 7, 2020
Donald Davis was re-elected co-chairman of the Spartanburg Mayors Committee for People with Disabilities. He will be joined by Dr. Page McCraw as the new co-chair, and Nikoya Shaw will…
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South Carolina Council on Competitiveness’ TransformSC network welcomes McKissick Academy of Science and Technology
July 7, 2020
TransformSC, an initiative of the South Carolina Council on Competitiveness (the Council), announced McKissick Academy of Science and Technology as the newest member of the TransformSC network. TransformSC, an initiative…
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Spinx announces third annual ClukaPalooza contest
July 7, 2020
The Spinx Company, a Greenville-based fuel and convenience retail company, is excited to announce details regarding the upcoming third annual ClukaPalooza! The ClukaPalooza contest will begin on Monday, July 6th…
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SCDOR reminder: Income Tax due date is July 15
July 7, 2020
The South Carolina Department of Revenue (SCDOR) reminds taxpayers the updated Income Tax due date is July 15, 2020. The SCDOR aligned with the IRS in March and extended the…
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South Carolina ETV to launch ‘Palmetto Perspectives’ series with multi-platform racial injustice program July 8
July 7, 2020Viewers encouraged to participate through live stream on social media South Carolina ETV (SCETV) today announced that it will be launching a new, community engagement-focused series with a one-hour discussion…
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Adrianne Beasley named Director of Strategy & Communications for SC Council on Competitiveness
July 7, 2020
Beasley to Help Guide Work in All Council Industry Clusters Adrianne Beasley, former director of SC Aerospace, was named the Director of Strategy & Communications for the South Carolina Council…
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University of South Carolina’s Dr. Iarossi elected to SC Launch Inc. Board of Directors
July 7, 2020
Dr. Juliana Iarossi, Clinical Assistant Professor with the Darla Moore School of Business at the University of South Carolina, was recently elected to the SC Launch, Inc. Board of Directors.…
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Clemson Extension agribusiness team offers COVID-19 resources for farmers
July 6, 2020
As many will agree, COVID-19 has created enough stress on its own. The Clemson Cooperative Extension Service’s Agribusiness Team is trying to reduce some of that stress for South Carolina…
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Feliciano receives $667K DOD grant to explore developmental disorder that causes tumors in the body and brain
July 6, 2020Clemson College of Science associate professor and researcher David Feliciano has received a $667,000 grant from the Department of Defense to explore the cellular underpinnings of Tuberous Sclerosis Complex (TSC),…
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