Sam Clawson named Chairman of the Board for Association for the Blind & Visually Impaired SC
August 10, 2026
As the Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired South Carolina (ABVI) celebrates its 90th year of service, the organization announced that Samuel (Sam) R. Clawson, Jr. has been named…
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South Carolina’s Tax-Free Weekend: How Families Can Maximize Discounts & Deals for Back-to-School Shopping
August 8, 2026
By Christine Williams President, Bank of America Myrtle Beach For many families, back-to-school shopping comes at a moment when budgets are already stretched. Fortunately, a few upcoming savings opportunities can…
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Osprey Village to break ground on residential community for individuals with intellectual disabilities
August 7, 2026
Osprey Village will host a groundbreaking ceremony at 9 a.m. Aug. 13 for a new residential community for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD). The first phase of the…
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South Carolina Department of Education headquarters earns 2026 Varco Pruden Hall of Fame Best of Category Award
August 7, 2026Pyramid Contracting announced that the South Carolina Department of Education Headquarters has been recognized as a 2026 Varco Pruden Hall of Fame Best of Category Winner in the Conventional Category.…
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Ameris Bank strengthens South Carolina leadership with market presidents in Midlands, Charleston and Greenville
August 6, 2026
Ameris Bank is strengthening its leadership in South Carolina with the appointment of market presidents in the Midlands, Charleston and Greenville, three important growth areas across the state. Marvin Robinson…
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City of Charleston announces first-ever Resident Academy: applications open
August 6, 2026
The City of Charleston is now accepting applications for its first-ever Resident Academy, a four-session, in-person program that gives residents a structured, behind-the-scenes introduction to how city government works. Each…
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CCSD names new Director of Safety and Risk Services
August 6, 2026
CCSD has named Nancy Johnson as its new Director of Safety and Risk Services. Johnson brings more than 25 years of experience in risk management, insurance administration, workplace safety, and…
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South Carolina Office of Resilience and Google expand collaboration
August 6, 2026
Expanded partnership supports weatherization and hazard resilience initiatives for resource-constrained households in storm-prone areas The South Carolina Office of Resilience (SCOR) and Google announced an expanded collaboration with Habitat for…
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CCSD Education Foundation announces Catherine Templeton as Interim Executive Director to lead organization’s launch
August 6, 2026
The Charleston County School District (CCSD) Education Foundation Board of Directors, by unanimous vote, announced the appointment of Catherine Templeton as Interim Executive Director, where she will lead the Foundation…
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College of Charleston Executive MBA delivers measurable leadership growth
August 5, 2026
The College of Charleston Executive MBA (EMBA), in partnership with Wisdom Works Group, has released findings from research on the program’s inaugural cohort, showing measurable improvements in leadership effectiveness among students. The…
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USC donors power a record-shattering year of giving
August 5, 2026
The University of South Carolina system raised a record $357.6 million in private support during fiscal year 2026 — the most in its history, shattering the previous fundraising record of…
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With community support, Lowcountry Land Trust raises over $10 million through the It Can’t Wait Campaign
August 5, 2026
Lowcountry Land Trust, a nonprofit committed to protecting land and water forever and connecting the community to conservation, announced the successful completion of the It Can’t Wait Campaign. Individual donors,…
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Memory—The Good, Bad, Ugly & Sad
August 5, 2026
By Tom Poland “You forget what you want to remember, and you remember what you want to forget.” Cormac McCarthy’s words. Lord knows I’d like to forget some things, namely…
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The Hidden Tax of Inconsistent Communication: Why great organizations get overlooked
August 5, 2026
By Chelsea Bennett, Founder and CEO of Ivey Palmer PR Great organizations rarely fail because of a flawed product, a weak mission, or incompetent leadership. They fail because they suffer…
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Blink Book Review: “Good Writing: 36 Ways to Improve Your Sentences” by Anne Lamott and Neal Allen
August 5, 2026
By Reba Hull Campbell I’ve never met an Anne Lamott book I didn’t love. Most I’ve read multiple times. Anne’s writing is saucy, insightful, sometimes a little edgy, and…
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Five named S.C. Arts Commission ‘emerging artists’
August 3, 2026
New cohort receives project funding, mentoring Five artists establishing themselves in their artistic pursuits will receive a project-based grant and career mentoring from the South Carolina Arts Commission Emerging Artists…
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Generation V Homes celebrates six years building modular homes across Lowcountry
July 30, 2026
Family-owned modular home builder marks milestone turnkey construction while continuing to redefine homebuilding in coastal South Carolina. Generation Five Homes is celebrating six years of helping Lowcountry families build custom…
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U.S. unemployment rate holds steady at 4.4% in June
July 30, 2026
The U.S. unemployment rate held steady at 4.4% in June, unchanged from a year ago, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Across the nation’s 387 metropolitan areas, unemployment…
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Waterparks go to the dogs for annual Dog Day Afternoon events! Sign up now
July 30, 2026
Four-legged swimmers are invited to make a splash after waterpark season ends The dogs are getting the waterparks all to themselves once again! Charleston County Parks’ annual Dog Day Afternoon…
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City of Charleston launches survey to gather community input on tourism management
July 30, 2026
This week, the City of Charleston launched a community survey as part of its ongoing overhaul of the City’s Tourism Management Plan, last comprehensively updated in 2015. The survey will…
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Lowcountry Literacy Project and Charleston County Public Library join forces to unify reading support
July 30, 2026
The Lowcountry Literacy Project (LLP) and the Charleston County Public Library (CCPL) have partnered in a strategic alliance to support young readers across Charleston County. The partnership establishes a unified…
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Moja Arts Festival returns Sept. 24-Oct. 1, issues open call for an artist to design official festival poster
July 30, 2026
MOJA Arts and the Office of Cultural Affairs are issuing an open call for an artist to design the official poster for the 2026 MOJA Arts Festival, returning September 24-October…
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Power:Ed announces $1.3 million in grants to nearly 30 nonprofits
July 29, 2026The funding targets critical community needs, including job training, work-based learning for students, and scholarship opportunities. Power:Ed, the philanthropy arm of South Carolina Student Loan Corporation, announced today that it…
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College of Charleston and Spartanburg Community College announce strategic partnership to expand educational opportunities
July 29, 2026
College of Charleston (CofC) and Spartanburg Community College (SCC) announced a new partnership designed to strengthen educational pathways and expand opportunities for students across South Carolina. This collaboration, part of…
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Get Some Windshield Therapy
July 29, 2026
By Tom Poland If you need to escape life’s ills, put some glass in front of your eyes and forget your worries on a back road. You’ll discover the bones…
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Blink Book Review: Anna Quindlen’s “More Than Enough”
July 29, 2026
By Reba Hull Campbell Anna Quindlen has long been one of my favorite authors, so I downloaded this audiobook without knowing much about this novel. That turned out to be…
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Communities In Schools of South Carolina announces new Board to advance student success statewide
July 29, 2026
Communities In Schools of South Carolina (CISSC), the state’s leading nonprofit dedicated to surrounding students with the relationships and resources they need to succeed in school and in life, has…
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CCSD names nationally recognized educational leader Dr. Timisha Barnes-Jones as Associate Superintendent of Organizational Development and Innovation
July 28, 2026
Charleston County School District (CCSD) has appointed Dr. Timisha “TBJ” Barnes-Jones as its new Associate Superintendent of Organizational Development and Innovation, adding one of the nation’s most accomplished educational leaders…
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Studio 2LR continues growth with addition of three emerging design professionals
July 28, 2026Studio 2LR welcomed three talented emerging professionals to its architectural team: Cara Welker, Scott Dillon, and Ania Suber. As the firm’s portfolio continues to expand across higher education, healthcare, industrial,…
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ErectaStep adds ProStep ultra-compact aluminum rolling ladders to its industrial access portfolio
July 28, 2026ANDREWS, SC – ErectaStep, a manufacturer of industrial access and safety solutions with operations in Andrews, has introduced its new ProStep line of ultra-compact aluminum rolling ladders designed for warehouses…
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Century Aluminum celebrates return to full production at Berkeley County smelter
July 28, 2026Century Aluminum marked the completion of a major expansion at its Mt. Holly aluminum smelter in Berkeley County with a ribbon-cutting ceremony July 27, celebrating the facility’s return to full…
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Hard Hats with Heart brings construction industry together for worker wellness
July 27, 2026
American Heart Association initiative aims to improve cardiovascular health and CPR readiness among Lowcountry construction workers An estimated 1 in 25 construction workers in the United States has been diagnosed…
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South Carolina secures “first-in-the-nation” spot for 2028 Democratic Primary
July 27, 2026
In a major political victory for the Palmetto State, South Carolina has been officially chosen to host the first-in-the-nation primary for the Democratic Party’s 2028 presidential nomination calendar. The decision…
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Mashburn Construction begins restoration of historic Bamberg County Courthouse
July 27, 2026
Mashburn Construction announces its partnership with Bamberg County and Craig Gaulden Davis | PBK on the restoration and renovation of the Historic Bamberg County Courthouse, an investment that will preserve one of the…
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Wyche attorney and former South Carolina Supreme Court Justice Kaye Hearn elected to the American Law Institute
July 27, 2026
Wyche announced that Justice Kaye Hearn has been elected to the American Law Institute (ALI). Membership in the ALI is a singular professional distinction reserved for leading judges, lawyers, and legal…
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Saxton & Stump adds South Carolina labor and employment shareholder D. Michael Henthorne
July 27, 2026
Saxton & Stump announced that D. Michael Henthorne has joined the firm as a shareholder in its Labor and Employment and Business Litigation and Strategic Solutions groups. Henthorne joins Saxton & Stump after nearly twenty…
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Leadership South Carolina announces Core Program Class of 2027
July 27, 2026Leadership South Carolina announced the members selected for its Core Program Class of 2027, a distinguished group of business, government, nonprofit, healthcare, education, and community leaders from across the state.…
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We Are Sharing Hope SC hosts inaugural “Pickleball for Hope” fundraising tournament
July 27, 2026
We Are Sharing Hope SC (SHSC), South Carolina’s federally designated organ recovery program, hosted its inaugural “Pickleball for Hope” fundraising tournament today at Pickleball Kingdom in Mt. Pleasant. The event…
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A Phoenix on the Tide
July 26, 2026
Cheyenne Twilley and the Future of South Carolina’s Coast By SCDNR Director Tom Mullikin Long before dawn spills across the salt marshes of the South Carolina Lowcountry, the tide is…
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Charleston International Airport pursues TSA Gold+ Program
July 24, 2026
To Enhance Security, Support Officers, and Improve the Passenger Experience Charleston International Airport (CHS) is formally pursuing a transition to the Transportation Security Administration’s (TSA) Gold+ Program, a TSA-approved screening…
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Salas O’Brien merges with DWG Consulting Engineers
July 24, 2026
Salas O’Brien announced that it is welcoming DWG Consulting Engineers, a comprehensive engineering design services firm with a 50-year legacy in coastal South Carolina. This strategic merger strengthens Salas O’Brien’s…
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South Carolina Bar Foundation awards $7.1 million in grants for fiscal year 2027
July 24, 2026
The South Carolina Bar Foundation has awarded grants to 50 law-related nonprofit organizations and programs totaling more than $7.1 million for Fiscal Year 2027, marking the largest allocation in the…
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Charleston County Parks’ Inclusive Prom returns August 15
July 23, 2026Dance the Night Away at our Royal Masquerade! The Charleston County Park and Recreation Commission invites individuals with disabilities, along with their families and friends, to the annual Inclusive Prom…
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Charleston County Council approves third and final reading of 2026 Transportation Sales Tax ordinance
July 23, 2026
Proposed Transportation Sales Tax referendum will go before voters on November 3, 2026. Charleston County Council voted on July 21 to approve the third and final reading of the 2026…
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Fort Pemberton Park opens, bringing centuries of history back to the public
July 23, 2026Charleston County Parks has opened Fort Pemberton Park, an 8.7-acre waterfront park on James Island that transforms a site with centuries of history into a new public recreation destination…
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Colliers secures long-term lease with Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd at The Cigar Factory
July 23, 2026
The law firm’s 15-year, ±26,753-square-foot commitment signals continued competition for high-quality downtown office space Colliers | South Carolina announced that Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd has signed a long-term lease for ±26,753…
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Dirty Laundry
July 22, 2026
By Tom Poland A Personal History My first time home from college I took a bag of dirty laundry to Mom. She tossed it out the door. “You’re education…
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Empowered To Win Global Golf Tournament unites local leaders to empower youth and build tomorrow’s workforce
July 22, 2026
Building winning leaders: Statewide golf tournament aims to expand career readiness, character development, and educational opportunities for students. Empowered To Win Global invites the community to step onto the green…
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S.C. Arts Commission announces eight FY27 fellows, setting record
July 22, 2026
Dedication, ability earn eight #SCArtists $10,000 grants The South Carolina Arts Commission is excited to announce a record number of South Carolina artists representing five artistic disciplines as recipients of…
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James Smith to talk about Patriots Point, and about his grandfather’s heroism – Aug. 7
July 22, 2026
On 16 April 1945, during the Battle of Okinawa, USS Laffey – a Sumner-class destroyer – was attacked by a record total of 22 kamikazes. She shot down nine of…
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