Laurens County School District 55 Rolls Out New Cell Phone Policies for Students
July 23, 2024
The Laurens County School District 55 (LCSD 55) Administration is being proactive with the implementation of school rules on the use of cell phones at schools, following the release of…
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JDPR announces the addition of three exemplary students to its Executive Management Assistance Program
July 23, 2024
Through the JDPR internship, college students gain real client experience and professional mentorship JDPR proudly announces the addition of three new interns for Summer 2024 through the Executive Management Assistance…
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NEAT Bourbon Bar announces expansion into Greer’s thriving downtown
July 23, 2024
Whiskey lovers rejoice! This fall, NEAT Bourbon Bar, Greenville’s first true bourbon bar, is expanding into the heart of Downtown Greer. Located at 108 E Poinsett Street Ext, this will…
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Richland One looking for volunteers to serve as R1 CHAMPS for 2024-2025 school year
July 23, 2024
Richland One is looking for volunteers to serve as R1 CHAMPS for the 2024-2025 school year. R1 CHAMPS (Caring Hearts Making Positive Shifts) launched in 2023 with the goal of…
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DAV Charitable Service Trust awards a $30,000 grant to Senior Resources to help provide meals to homebound veterans
July 23, 2024
Senior Resources is proud to announce it has received a generous grant of $30,000 from DAV Charitable Service Trust, an increase from last year’s $25,400, to provide vital nutritional support…
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Laurens County Non-Profit Grant Application Process Opens for First Year
July 23, 2024
Laurens County Council recently announced the opening of the Special Appropriation Grant application process for non-profit entities within the county. This is the first year of this new initiative, which…
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The Gilder Lehrman Institute names Sarah Kelly as 2024 South Carolina History Teacher of the Year
July 23, 2024
The distinguished history educator is one of 53 finalists for the 2024 National History Teacher of the Year Award, set to receive a $1,000 prize and an invaluable collection of…
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Hotel Hartness announces Patrick LeBeau as Executive Chef
July 23, 2024
The luxury boutique hotel additionally announces the promotion of Veronica Rodriguez to Chef de Cuisine and welcomes Pastry Chef Tania Cienfuegos Harris Hotel Hartness announced Executive Chef Patrick LeBeau and…
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Wagner Wealth Management’s Osgood honored with a SC Women in Business award
July 23, 2024
Jennifer Osgood, the President of Wagner Wealth Management, has been named by Greenville Business Magazine as an SC Women in Business honoree. The SC Women in Business Awards are for…
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The Village Group receives $40,000 grant from Power:Ed for Plantersville Summer Academy to curb summer learning loss and boost social-emotional support for rural African American youth
July 23, 2024
Power:Ed Executive Director Claire Gibbons presents grant award to The Village Group Executive Director Ray C. Funnye (far left), board members, and Plantersville Summer Academy educators and students. The Village…
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Halton MEI USA, Inc. selects Anderson County for first South Carolina operation
July 23, 2024
$2.6 million investment will create 65 new jobs Halton MEI USA, Inc. (Halton), a leader in indoor climate technology, announced it selects Anderson County to establish the company’s first South…
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Grand opening ceremony for More Vegan Cafe
July 23, 2024
The City of Columbia’s Office of Business Opportunities hosted the ribbon cutting ceremony for More Vegan Cafe, located at 4622 North Main Street, Columbia, SC 29203, celebrating the new establishment.…
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SC Launch Inc. announces third investment in Bubble Paper
July 23, 2024
South Carolina Research Authority’s investment affiliate, SC Launch Inc., has invested $250,000 in Bubble Paper as part of a $10 million Series A funding round. The Greenville-based company is revolutionizing the packaging industry with its…
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CLEAR now offers TSA PreCheck enrollment at GSP
July 23, 2024
CLEAR, an authorized TSA PreCheck enrollment provider, is expanding its services at Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport (GSP) by adding TSA PreCheck enrollments to its offerings. CLEAR, which has been providing expedited…
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The Loomia extends lease on Cross County Road
July 23, 2024
Todd Garrett, CCIM, SIOR, Tradd Varner, SIOR, and Crawford Riddle of Harbor Commercial Partners represented TAE Rentals, LLC in the lease renewal of a 2,800 SF space located at 7123…
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Richland Two invites Hispanic families to Fiesta Conexiones on Thursday, July 25, 2024
July 23, 2024
All Richland School District Two Hispanic families are invited to Fiesta Conexiones, on Thursday, July 25, 2024. Fiesta Conexiones will be held at Forest Lake Elementary School, 6801 Brookfield Road,…
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Midlands Technical College Foundation receives $1 million donation
July 23, 2024
The Lowe’s Foundation awarded the Midlands Technical College Foundation (MTCF) $1 million as a part of today’s select group of community and technical colleges receiving Gable Grants. Since awarding its…
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Clinton High Senior Among Recipients of Joye Law Firm Scholarships
July 23, 2024
Joye Law Firm, a leading South Carolina-based personal injury firm, is proud to announce the winners of their 2024 Joye Law Firm scholarship contest. Seven high school seniors were awarded…
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Laurens County Chamber to Host Ribbon Cutting Ceremonies for Blessing Box Initiative
July 23, 2024
The Leadership Laurens County (LLC) Class XXIV proudly announces the ribbon cutting ceremonies for their Blessing Box initiative. Each LLC Class works together on a project chosen and collaborated by…
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Connor’s two milestone legal achievements in less than a year
July 23, 2024
Retired Army colonel achieves second seven-figure settlement in under a year By Chris Carter In less than a year, the Bill Connor Law Firm, led by attorney and retired U.S.…
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Colliers Charleston Industrial Report: Vacancy peaking as Charleston market remains oversupplied
July 22, 2024
Commercial Real Estate Research & Forecast Report Q2 2024 Charleston Industrial Market Highlights The Charleston industrial market saw overall demand remain solid even as 2,764,625 square feet delivered, posting overall…
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The Cooperative Ministry has new board chair
July 22, 2024
Stephanie Yandle, Customer Experience Manager, Research & Information, at BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina, has been elected as the 2024-2026 chair of The Cooperative Ministry’s board of directors. The board…
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Colliers hires Weston Blackwood as Property Manager
July 22, 2024
Colliers | South Carolina announces that Weston Blackwood has joined the company as Property Manager in the firm’s Real Estate Management Services (REMS) division in the Greenville office. In this…
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Research foundation quietly the epicenter of collaboration at Clemson
July 22, 2024
If you asked a random person walking across the Clemson University campus what “CURF” is, they’d most likely say they don’t know or guess it’s a kind of soil or…
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Doug Hallenbeck named Vice President for Student Affairs
July 22, 2024
Doug Hallenbeck has been named Vice President for Student Affairs at Clemson University, following approval from the Board of Trustees Compensation Committee on July 18. Hallenbeck returns to Clemson after…
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CAE sees record-setting passenger traffic in Q1 and Q2 of 2024
July 22, 2024
During the first part of 2024 the Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) saw 646,013 (January – June 2024) passengers through the terminal. In May alone, the airport saw 123,008 passengers –…
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Launch Into College Offers Intensive Courses for Incoming Freshmen
July 22, 2024
Lander University has given almost 60 students the chance to knock out a few classes through an intensive five-week program meant to help with the transition from high school to…
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Nexton announces grand opening of The Goddard School
July 22, 2024
Nexton, the most innovative and walkable community in South Carolina, is pleased to announce the opening of The Goddard School of Summerville, bringing the play- and inquiry-based learning experience to…
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Premier Arts Collective announces Kaleidoscope: An Immersive Art Experience + Fundraiser
July 22, 2024
Premier Arts Collective (PAC) announces Kaleidoscope: An Immersive Art Experience + Fundraiser set for Thursday, September 26, 2024, at Zen in downtown Greenville. The event will benefit PAC and its…
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SCDOT and City of Charleston announce safety enhancement project along Morrison Drive
July 22, 2024
Officials from the South Carolina Department of Transportation and the City of Charleston announced the details of a safety enhancement project along Morrison Drive between Johnson Street and Blake Street…
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Venture Carolina launches a new fund to invest in Upstate Upstarts
July 22, 2024
Venture Carolina, through its Upstate Upstarts program, is pleased to announce a new way to support early stage companies in the Upstate of South Carolina. The Upstate Upstarts List is…
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New Guidelines announced for public comments at Hilton Head Island Town meetings
July 22, 2024
Residents and other members of the public who wish to address the Town of Hilton Head Island council members must now follow new guidelines that took effect on July 1.…
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DESA welcomes Veronica Adamson as Project Engineer
July 22, 2024
DESA, Inc. announced that Veronica Adamson, PE has joined its Engineering Services team as Project Engineer. Adamson will be responsible for the management and design of transportation projects, water and…
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NAI Columbia welcomes new brokerage associate
July 22, 2024
NAI Columbia recently welcomed Sam Edens to the Columbia brokerage team. Edens joins the Columbia office as a brokerage associate specializing in retail. He will work alongside Patrick Palmer, CCIM…
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Prisma Health and UnitedHealthcare reach new multi-year agreement
July 22, 2024
Prisma Health is back in-network for UnitedHealthcare Prisma Health and UnitedHealthcare (United) have reached a new multi-year agreement. The new agreement ensures that Prisma Health hospitals, physician practices and other…
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VC3 completes acquisition of Inline Computer & Communications, Washington-based information technology service provider
July 22, 2024
RICHLAND, WA & COLUMBIA, SC – VC3, a leading managed service provider serving municipalities and commercial businesses across North America, announced the acquisition of Inline Computer & Communications, an IT…
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Abacus Planning Group welcomes Michael Holt to its Financial Planning Team
July 22, 2024
Abacus Planning Group welcomed Michael Holt to its financial planning team as a Support Advisor. As a member of the financial planning team, Michael works closely with senior advisors to…
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Daddy Had A Worm Farm
July 22, 2024
By Tom Poland The towns sounded distant, not as miles go, but as memories. Hazlehurst, McRae, Baxley, Soperton, Alma, and Tifton. Tifton meant trouble. I was studying a map…
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BASF VETS partner with Blue Ridge Community Center
July 22, 2024
SENECA, SC – The Blue Ridge Community Center now has six state-of-the-art basketball goals in its newly constructed courts thanks to a team from BASF Environmental Catalyst and Metal Solutions…
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New Commerce Park Stage Ribbon Cutting Ceremony and Randomonium Live Performance
July 22, 2024
The City of Fountain Inn is thrilled to announce the grand opening of its new Commerce Park Stage with a special ribbon cutting ceremony followed by a live performance by…
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USDA Deputy Undersecretary, USDA Special Advisor, USDA State Executive Director visit Lowcountry Food Bank
July 22, 2024Discuss Ongoing Collaboration with the Local Food Purchase Assistance Program Lowcountry Food Bank (LCFB) hosted a site visit this month from the United States Department of Agriculture, the South Carolina…
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Laurens Got Talent at “It’s Finally Friday” This Coming Weekend
July 22, 2024
Main Street Laurens invites all aspiring singers to participate in the exciting “Laurens Got Talent” contest, hosted by Studio 55. Set to take place during It’s Finally Friday on July…
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Shag Night Returns to The Lumberyard with Pat Patterson Spinning Tunes
July 22, 2024
Get ready to slide into the rhythm because Shag Night is back by popular demand at The Lumberyard! Join other music and dance fans on July 27 from 6:30 PM…
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Overstock Outlet Expands to Support Local Vendors in Clinton
July 22, 2024
Overstock Outlet in Clinton is expanding to provide booth spaces for local vendors. This new initiative aims to support artisans, crafters, and bakers by offering them a platform to showcase…
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Laurens County Community to Walk with Student Doctors
July 22, 2024
The community of Laurens County has a unique opportunity to combine health and education this Saturday, July 27, 2024, at 10 AM. Students from VCOM, the Edward Via College of…
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The Laurens Library Goes Wild with Wildlife Geeks of Greenville!
July 22, 2024
The Laurens Library is set to host an exciting and educational event on July 25th, as the Wildlife Geeks of Greenville bring their renowned “Conservation Meets the Classroom” program to…
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Ashley Bragg Named Laurens Elementary School Principal in Laurens County School District 55
July 22, 2024
Laurens County School District 55 (LCSD 55) named Ashley Bragg as the 2024-2025 Laurens Elementary School (LES) Principal. Ashley is the wife of Kevin Bragg. They have 3 boys: Heath,…
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New Hours for Roc’s Burgers: Catering to the Community
July 21, 2024
Roc’s Burgers, a local favorite in Clinton (28098 Hwy 76), recently announced a change in their operating hours to better serve customers. After listening to feedback from patrons, particularly those…
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Annual Earth & Sky Photo Contest: Capture Laurens County’s Beauty
July 21, 2024
The Laurens County Conservation District is excited to announce the Annual Earth & Sky Photo Contest, inviting amateur photographers to capture the natural beauty of Laurens County. This free-to-enter contest…
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Attorney General Alan Wilson calls on Congress to pass the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act
July 21, 2024
Attorney General Alan Wilson joined a 22-state coalition of state attorneys general in a letter co-led by Iowa and Indiana calling on Congressional leaders to support and pass the Safeguard…
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