Greenville company partners with New York industry leader in commercial real estate finance
June 4, 2020
LyonJay announced its newest venture, Hudson Oak Development, headquartered in Greenville, SC with an office in New York, New York. Hudson Oak Development specializes in multifamily and for-rent single family…
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Greenville resident Emily Miller joins Complete PR
June 4, 2020
Complete PR has added Emily Miller as an intern for the Summer of 2020 Emily Miller is graduating from Winthrop University in December of 2020 with a bachelor’s degree in…
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Griffin Humphries LLC launched with offices in Charleston and Columbia
June 4, 2020
Griffin Humphries LLC was launched earlier this year by experienced attorneys Jim Griffin and Badge Humphries. A litigation law firm with offices in Columbia and Charleston, South Carolina, they focus…
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BIGPAC announces 2020 Primary endorsements
June 3, 2020
Business community endorses 10 business champions The Business and Industry in Greenville Political Action Committee (BIGPAC) endorsed 10 Upstate candidates today for the June 12th Primary Election. “The incumbents have a…
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South Carolinians reminded to take actions to limit spread of COVID-19; Latest COVID-19 update
June 3, 2020
As restrictions are reduced by reopenings and South Carolinians return to their workplaces and participate in recreational activities that might involve crowds, DHEC continues to urge everyone to be vigilant…
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All eight SSSD wastewater facilities recognized for excellence
June 3, 2020
The Spartanburg Sanitary Sewer District (SSSD) is proud to announce that we are once again the recipient of the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (SCDHEC) Facility of…
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Clemson partners with Florence 1 Schools to provide online teaching certificate to educators
June 3, 2020
Clemson’s College of Education will partner with Florence 1 Schools to provide a full cohort of the school district’s teachers its certificate of online teaching. The certificate program addresses concepts such as instructional design, strategies…
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John Powell receives SC Trustee Leadership Award
June 3, 2020
Tri-County Technical College Commissioner John Powell learned today (June 1) that he is the recipient of the 2020 South Carolina Association of Technical College Commissioners (SCATCC) Trustee Leadership Award. The…
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Metropolitan area employment and unemployment – April 2020
June 3, 2020
Unemployment rates were higher in April than a year earlier in all 389 metropolitan areas, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported today. A total of 52 areas had jobless…
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What does the life – and death – of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor and Ahmaud Arbery mean for the health of Blacks in America?
June 3, 2020
A statement from the American Heart Association team: In a 1966 interview, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. said, “I think that we’ve got to see that a riot is the…
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BMW Charity Pro-Am presented by SYNNEX Corporation kicks off tournament week with $24,000 donation
June 2, 2020The Meyer Center and Cancer Society of Greenville County receive funds from Breakfast with Champions Sponsors The 2020 BMW Charity Pro-Am presented by SYNNEX Corporation officially launches the Tournament Week…
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Greenlink bus route changes effective July 1
June 2, 2020
The Greenville Transit Authority approved changes to three Greenlink bus routes at its May 28 board meeting. The changes below will go into effect on July 1: Route 501: Pleasantburg…
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Farmer’s Market to open season as TD Essential Market – June 6
June 2, 2020
Modified market to include 42 vendors each week City officials and event partners shared details for the opening of the TD Essential Market presented by Prisma Health. The temporary name…
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DHEC surpasses goal to test 110,000 South Carolinians in May
June 2, 2020
The Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) today announced that 110,316 tests for COVID-19 have been performed in South Carolina since May 1. Earlier this month, DHEC and its…
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AXISCADES launching new U.S. operations in Greenville County, South Carolina
June 2, 2020
AXISCADES, an end-to-end engineering solutions and product company, has established new operations in Greenville County. The company’s new offices are projected to create 15 new jobs by 2021. Founded in…
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Coming July 1: Motor Fuel User Fee increases $0.02
June 2, 2020
Coming July 1: Changes at the pump – Motor Fuel User Fee increases $0.02 For the fourth consecutive year, South Carolina’s Motor Fuel User Fee, which helps support road, bridge,…
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SCRA announces two new client companies
June 2, 2020
South Carolina Research Authority (SCRA) announced the recent acceptance of two Client Companies into its entrepreneurial program, SC Launch. Foresight Data Systems, LLC, located in Columbia, is developing a new,…
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Stephen Colbert encourages South Carolinians to #StaySCStrong
June 1, 2020
Stephen Colbert joined the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) today to encourage South Carolinians to continue to do their part to help slow the spread of…
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Pete Peterson joins United Community Bank as Chief Retail Credit Officer
June 1, 2020
United Community Bank welcomed Pete Peterson as Chief Retail Credit Officer. In this new role, Peterson will be responsible for the overall administration and control of United’s community bank loan…
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USDA highlights programs to support rural housing
June 1, 2020
Department Promotes Resources and Opportunities to Help Rural Residents U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development Deputy Under Secretary Bette Brand today kicked off National Homeownership Month by highlighting USDA’s…
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Tindall Corporation introduces new T-SLAB™ system to the U.S. market
June 1, 2020
Tindall Corporation has launched a patented precast concrete slab system into the American marketplace. Tindall Superior Lightweight All-Purpose Beam™ (T-SLAB) offers superior performance and constructability over both cast-in-place and hollow-core…
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Leading site selection firms form comprehensive alliance across USMCA/North American market
June 1, 2020
Greenville-based site selection firm Global Location Strategies (GLS) has announced an alliance with Prodensa of Monterrey, Mexico, to provide comprehensive, boots-on-the-ground location advisory services across Mexico, the United States, and…
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“Be Pro Be Proud SC” to launch this fall
June 1, 2020
Workforce Development Project Aims to Close the Skills Gap for South Carolina The Associated Industries of South Carolina Foundation (AISCF) consists of five-member organizations that are launching the Be Pro…
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SC Fund for Children gives Jerry Carter endorsement in District Three
June 1, 2020
The South Carolina Fund for Children and Public Education has endorsed Jerry Carter for the Republican nomination for the Third District State House seat. Carter has made education one of…
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The release of Pantsless Nation (Shirts Required)
May 29, 2020
Willis HR is delighted to announce the launching of our new book, Pantsless Nation: HR Guidance for Mastering Remote Work by CEO, Jada Willis. “For leaders that are already leading…
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TCB Corporation and Countybank add new Board Member
May 29, 2020
TCB Corporation and Countybank welcomed Megha Lal to the Countybank Board of Directors. Her responsibilities in joining the Board of Directors include directing the organization’s overall affairs, establishing our strategic…
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South Carolina ETV wins 12 Telly awards
May 28, 2020
Network receives two silver trophies and 10 bronze trophies South Carolina ETV (SCETV) received a total of 12 Telly awards when the list of winners was released on Wednesday, May…
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Pandemic Cybersecurity, Ethics, and Loss Prevention webinar – June 9
May 28, 2020
What are your ethical and legal responsibilities to your customers and clients in today’s digital world? This question has become increasingly important as more employees are working from home. On…
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Reedy River Duck Derby to go virtual this summer
May 28, 2020
The Reedy River Duck derby will have a new twist this year – it will be virtual rubber ducks going over the falls this July 11. Rotary Club of the…
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FUEL’s Matthew Garvin appointed to the City of Greenville Arts in Public Places Commission
May 28, 2020
Matthew Garvin, Senior Developer at FUEL, a marketing agency in downtown Greenville, SC, has been appointed as a board member for the City of Greenville Arts in Public Places Commission.…
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United Community Bank named No. 1 Large Workplace on list of 2020 Top Workplaces in South Carolina
May 28, 2020United Community Bank is honored to have been named the number one large company on the 2020 list of Top Workplaces in South Carolina by Integrated Media Publishing and its…
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Spartanburg Regional Healthcare System partners with Colliers International to open ±22 acres across from Pelham Medical for sale and development
May 28, 2020
Spartanburg Regional is actively seeking development companies with experience in retail, dining, office and/or hospitality multi-use development to bring desired amenities to the organization’s existing and future facilities off Exit…
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Kontane Logistics, Inc. expanding operations in Berkeley County
May 28, 2020
Expansion Will Create 30 New Jobs Kontane Logistics, Inc., a third-party warehousing and industrial packaging solutions company, today announced plans to expand operations in Berkeley County. The company’s expansion will…
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DHEC surpasses goal to test 110,000 South Carolinians in May; Latest COVID-19 Update
May 28, 2020
The Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) today announced that 110,316 tests for COVID-19 have been performed in South Carolina since May 1. Earlier this month, DHEC and its…
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Infinity Marketing welcomes Heather Sexton as Media Coordinator
May 28, 2020
Infinity Marketing, a fully integrated marketing agency in the Upstate, is pleased to have Heather Sexton join the team as Media Coordinator. The Media Department continues to grow in members…
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Two South Carolina school leaders receive top honors
May 27, 2020
Fairfield County School District Superintendent, Dr. J.R. Green, has been named the 2021 South Carolina Superintendent of the Year, and Lexington School District Three Chief Academic Officer, Mrs. Angie Rye,…
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RIA approves grants for enhancing water, sewer and stormwater infrastructure
May 27, 2020
More than $14.5 million in grant funding awarded across South Carolina The S.C. Rural Infrastructure Authority (RIA) has approved grant assistance for 34 projects, totaling more than $14.5 million, to…
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NHE headquarters building named in honor of former Verdae CEO; AO-The Space Spa & Salon relocating to Legacy Square
May 27, 2020
Verdae Development Inc.’s Rick Sumerel may be gone in body, but his spirit and passion for Greenville and the Verdae community will live on for decades to come The newest…
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Hill Electric launches new website
May 27, 2020
Hill Electric– a valued partner in Upstate industrial electrical contractor services– recently launched a new website designed to showcase its services, core values, and legacy. The new site highlights the…
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Sherman College names Chiropractor of the Year, Regent of the Year and other award recipients
May 27, 2020
Sherman College honored alumni, chiropractors, and supporters during its 47th Lyceum, a homecoming and continuing education event attended by hundreds of chiropractors and students throughout the U.S. and internationally. Lyceum…
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2020 Tacos n’ Tequila Fiesta postponed for crowd safety
May 27, 2020
To protect the hungry, taco-loving crowd of Greenville and guarantee an unforgettable time for all, the annual Tacos ‘n Tequila Fiesta has been postponed until further notice. As one of…
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Extension for low-income senior citizens applying for the South Carolina Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program $25 vouchers through SC DSS
May 27, 2020What: SC DSS has extended the deadline to Monday, June 1 for low-income senior citizens living in the participating counties listed below to apply to receive $25 worth of vouchers…
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Greenville Technical College honors professor of the year and adjunct professor of the year
May 27, 2020Kathy Maples was selected as Professor of the Year at Greenville Technical College from the approximately 350 faculty members who work across five campuses. Maples teaches and serves as Academic…
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Dr. Michael Mikota named seventh president of Spartanburg Community College
May 26, 2020
Spartanburg Community College has named Dr. Michael Mikota to the position of president, effective July 13. The Spartanburg County Commission for Technical and Community Education selected Dr. Mikota after a…
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Global Location Strategies promotes Craig
May 26, 2020
Global Location Strategies (GLS) Founding Principal Didi Caldwell announced that Kelly Craig has been promoted to Director of Operations. In this role she is responsible for managing operational resources; oversight…
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Colliers International | South Carolina brings AO – The Space to Legacy Square at Verdae
May 26, 2020
Colliers International’s Retail Services Team members Lance Byars, MRED and Scott Burgess, MBA represented the landlord in the lease of 5,300 square feet in Legacy Square to AO – The…
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Metropolitan Arts Council of Greenville establishes Covid-19 arts relief fund
May 26, 2020
In conjunction with the Graham Foundation and the Canal Charitable Foundation, the Metropolitan Arts Council of Greenville is distributing $275,500 to 28 local arts organizations. “All of us at MAC…
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SC Technical College System Foundation awards final portion of $1 million Duke Energy grant to expand lineworker training
May 26, 2020
The SC Technical College System Foundation awarded the final allotment of the $1 million Duke Energy grant to expand training opportunities for much-needed utility lineworkers across the state. As Duke…
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KIYATEC adds clinical and reimbursement experience to Board as clinical testing validation progresses
May 26, 2020
GREENVILLE, SC – KIYATEC, Inc. announced on May 8 the appointment of Bruce Nash, MD, MBA, to its Board of Directors. Dr. Nash brings over 30 years of executive-level healthcare…
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Regional Management Corp. announces first quarter 2020 results
May 26, 2020
17.5% year-over-year revenue growth and 18.9% average net finance receivables growth GREENVILLE, SC – Regional Management Corp. (NYSE: RM), a diversified consumer finance company, announced results for the first quarter…
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