Seven Oaks Plant Shop expanding into adjacent Goodyear Tire building
August 27, 2024Seven Oaks Plant Shop, a staple of the local community since 1978, is set to expand into the adjacent Goodyear Tire building on St. Andrew’s Rd. in Columbia, SC. The…
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Clinton native Andrew Raynal joins TNB Financial Services as Assistant Trust Officer
August 27, 2024TNB Financial Services announced that Andrew Raynal has joined its trust division as an Assistant Trust Officer in its Clinton, SC, office. A native of Clinton, Andrew is a 1999…
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Harvesting Heritage with Chef Amethyst Ganaway returns in September
August 27, 2024Upstate Fusion Sat., Sept. 21 | 6:00 – 8:30 p.m. The South Carolina State Museum is proud to host Harvesting Heritage, a culinary journey highlighting the past and future of…
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Moore & Van Allen recommits to Mansfield Certification process for 2024-25
August 27, 2024Moore & Van Allen PLLC (MVA) announce that the firm has renewed its commitment for the Diversity Lab’s Mansfield Certification process, a year-long undertaking designed to ensure that qualified legal…
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Bank of America honors eight South Carolina Student Leaders
August 27, 2024Bank of America selected eight Student Leaders® (#BofAStudentLeaders) for an eight-week paid summer internship connecting students to employment, skills development, and service. These community-minded students gained practical work and leadership…
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Wells Fargo Foundation grants $200,000 to Hope For The Warriors to benefit programs supporting veterans in South Carolina
August 27, 2024The Wells Fargo Foundation recently awarded Hope For The Warriors (HOPE), a national nonprofit dedicated to restoring a foundation of stability, strength and community for post-9/11 military families, a…
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Melissa Fiore joins Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce as Director of Membership Engagement
August 27, 2024The Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce announced the appointment of Melissa Fiore as a new Director of Membership Engagement. Melissa will help lead efforts to connect with current and prospective…
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SC Launch Inc. announces investment in Case Status
August 27, 2024South Carolina Research Authority’s investment affiliate, SC Launch Inc., has invested $250,000 in Case Status. The North Charleston-based company has developed client engagement software with a simple-to-use mobile app that…
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MUSC receives nearly $4.69 million to improve lives throughout South Carolina
August 27, 2024In its centennial year, The Duke Endowment has made four awards totaling nearly $4.69 million to help the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) improve access to health care throughout…
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Rapid Shelter Columbia receives donated water stations from the American Heart Association and Ritedose Corporation
August 27, 2024In a significant step towards promoting heart health and sustainability, Rapid Shelter Columbia was excited to receive the generous donation of new water-filling stations from the American Heart Association and…
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Meet the new Entrepreneur-in-Residence, Tom Ledbetter
August 27, 2024The library’s Entrepreneur-in-Residence supports, mentors, and educates new entrepreneurs and budding start-ups through office hours and public programs—building an ecosystem that sustains the development and growth of future entrepreneurs in the…
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Clemson MBA Program announces AI in Business certificate
August 27, 2024The Clemson MBA Program announced the launch of the MBA Executive Board Learning Series this fall. This series aims to expand Clemson’s impact on professional education in the Greenville community…
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APLU recognizes Clemson’s economic, community impact
August 27, 2024Clemson University again earned national recognition by the Association of Public and Land-Grant Universities (APLU) for excellence in community engagement, innovation and economic development. The university earned a 5-year extension…
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Laurens County Touchdown Club Names Ethan Collins of Laurens Academy as Player of the Week
August 26, 2024The Laurens County Touchdown Club is proud to announce that for week zero, August 23rd, the Player of the week is Ethan Collins of Laurens Academy. Collins is a sophomore…
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Revitalizing Saturday Mornings: Laurens Farmers Market to Bring New Energy to Downtown
August 26, 2024Starting on August 31st, the Laurens Farmers Market on the Square is set to receive a fresh boost, thanks to a collaborative effort between Main Street Laurens and two popular…
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PTC Awards 429 Academic Credentials to 288 Graduates During Summer Commencement Ceremonies
August 26, 2024A total of 429 academic credentials were awarded to 288 Piedmont Technical College (PTC) graduates during commencement ceremonies held Aug. 1. The ceremonies at the James Medford Family Event Center…
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City of Fountain Inn Announces Hiring Opportunities Across Multiple Departments
August 26, 2024The City of Fountain Inn is currently seeking qualified candidates to fill several key positions across various departments, offering competitive pay and a commitment to equal employment opportunities. The available…
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Prisma Health Children’s Hospital-Midlands seeks to bolster kid-friendly surgical caps program with help from volunteers
August 26, 2024Prisma Health Children’s Hospital-Midlands surgical cap program, called “Sew CAPtivating,” was launched about 14 years ago by the hospital’s Child Life specialists in the Midlands as part of their effort…
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DP3 Architects ranks #7 on the 2024 South Carolina “Best Places to Work” list
August 26, 2024DP3 Architects announced its recognition as one of South Carolina’s “Best Places to Work” for a third consecutive year. SC Biz News and the Best Companies Group ranked 108 South…
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Crawford named one of South Carolina’s 2024 Best Places to Work for seventh consecutive year
August 26, 2024Crawford, a full-service marketing agency in Greenville, South Carolina, is honored to be named one of South Carolina’s Best Places to Work for the seventh consecutive year, ranking in the…
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SCMA announces the 2024-2025 class of the SC Manufacturing Leadership Program
August 26, 2024The South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance (SCMA) has announced its 2024-2025 class of 23 manufacturing leaders for the SC Manufacturing Leadership Program (SCMLP). The class is comprised of professionals representing a…
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Carolina Handling supports hunger relief organizations with equipment giveaway
August 26, 2024In celebration of Carolina Handling’s 58 years in business in 2024, the Charlotte, North Carolina-based intralogistics company has awarded 58 motorized pallet jacks to hunger relief organizations throughout the Carolinas,…
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Attorney General Alan Wilson Sends Letter to ActBlue Demanding Answers on Allegations of Fraudulent Political Fundraising
August 26, 2024South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson has sent a letter to the CEO of ActBlue over allegations that the political fundraising group may have engaged in potentially fraudulent, deceptive, or…
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Greenville Symphony Orchestra releases series of community events in “Countdown to Opening Night”
August 26, 2024Event lineup will include a family festival, comedy, panel discussions, music bingo, social hours, and more The Greenville Symphony Orchestra (GSO) announced an exciting lineup of community events leading up…
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Power:Ed awards $50,000 in scholarship support to SC State University students
August 26, 2024South Carolina State University Foundation has been awarded a $50,000 grant from Power:Ed, the philanthropy of South Carolina Student Loan Corporation (SCSLC), to provide scholarships to 17 deserving SCSU students…
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Limitless Library project serves campers at Camp Cole
August 26, 2024Limitless Purpose has established a Limitless Library at Camp Cole, which serves people with illnesses, disabilities and life challenges. This summer, each of the 700 campers was able to select…
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SC Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities Foundation elects new members to board of directors
August 26, 2024The South Carolina Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities Foundation announced the addition of five new members to its board of directors. With three-year terms that began in July…
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United Community refreshes look across South Carolina
August 26, 2024United Community, the largest bank headquartered in South Carolina, is getting a fresh new look. Every United branch in the Lowcountry and Midlands is updating its signage to the refreshed…
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Thornwell Named One of the “Best Places to Work” in South Carolina for Second Year
August 26, 2024The award recognizes “best-in-class” examples of positive workplace cultures producing results. Thornwell, a nonprofit organization committed to serving children and families in need across South Carolina, Florida, and Georgia, is…
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Kiawah River opens waterfront outfitter
August 26, 2024Kiawah River, a waterfront community on Johns Island and the region’s first agrihood, has announced the grand opening of The Landing, a one-stop-shop outfitter to book eco-tours and consult expert…
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Counter-gang sweeps across central S.C. net scores of illegal weapons
August 26, 2024Law enforcement agencies join forces under one roof to combat gangs and gang-related crimes in the Midlands By W. Thomas Smith Jr. EDITOR’S NOTE: W. Thomas Smith Jr. has been…
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Laurens County Crime Stoppers: Empowering the Community to Fight Crime Anonymously
August 26, 2024Laurens County Crime Stoppers has been a crucial part of the local community since its founding in 2009, providing a vital avenue for residents to anonymously report criminal activities and…
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Walmart Recalls Apple Juice in South Carolina and 24 Other States Due to Elevated Arsenic Levels
August 26, 2024Walmart is recalling over 9,500 cases of “Great Value” brand apple juice due to elevated levels of inorganic arsenic, as announced by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The affected…
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Fountain Inn Civics Academy: Get an Inside Look at How Your City Operates
August 25, 2024Ever wondered what it takes to keep the City of Fountain Inn running smoothly day after day? Curious about the roles and responsibilities of our Firefighters, Police Officers, or how…
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Countdown to Kickoff: Presbyterian College Football’s 2024 Home Game Schedule Features Exciting Community Promotions
August 25, 2024For many college football fans, the wait is almost over. Blue Hose enthusiasts are in for a treat this season as Presbyterian College has unveiled a robust lineup of promotional…
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Capture Laurens County’s Beauty: Tips to Win in the Earth & Sky Photo Contest
August 25, 2024The Annual Earth & Sky Photo Contest, hosted by the Laurens County Conservation District, invites amateur photographers to capture the stunning natural beauty of Laurens County. This contest is open…
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Piedmont Technical College fall 2024 convocation marks ‘start of something new’
August 25, 2024Days before classes resumed, nearly 300 Piedmont Technical College (PTC) faculty and staff members gathered Aug. 13 for the fall 2024 convocation in the James Medford Family Center on the…
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Presbyterian College Announces New Visual and Performing Arts Department
August 24, 2024Presbyterian College is excited to announce that it is combining its art, music, and theater departments into a new Department of Visual and Performing Arts. PC president Dr. Anita Gustafson…
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Ascend Cares Foundation’s Donation Enhances Training for PTC Paramedic Students
August 24, 2024A recent donation from Ascend Cares Foundation will be used to buy training equipment for students in Piedmont Technical College’s (PTC) Paramedic Program. PTC President Dr. Hope E. Rivers accepted…
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Clinton Native Andrew Raynal Joins TNB Financial Services as Assistant Trust Officer
August 24, 2024TNB Financial Services is pleased to announce that Andrew Raynal has joined its trust division as an Assistant Trust Officer in its Clinton, SC, office. A native of Clinton, Andrew…
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City of Columbia Pedestrian and Bicyclist Counts: help make sure we all count!
August 23, 2024The City of Columbia is seeking volunteers to help conduct our routine Pedestrian & Bicyclist Counts throughout Columbia. By counting pedestrians and bicyclists, volunteers help to ensure that all of…
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Bubble Paper welcomes James Richards as new Design Engineer
August 23, 2024Bubble Paper, a leader in sustainable packaging solutions, announce the addition of James Richards as the company’s new Design Engineer. With over 15 years of experience in design engineering and…
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USC Next outlines bold vision for Columbia campus
August 23, 2024The University of South Carolina’s Board of Trustees approved on Friday (Aug. 23) the “USC Next” campus master plan, establishing an ambitious vision for future growth and development on the…
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Step back into the 60s Glamour at the 14th Annual Party for the Parks on Nov. 2
August 23, 2024Tickets go on sale Sept. 10 at 10 a.m. The Charleston Parks Conservancy announced that the 14th Annual Party for the Parks will take place on November 2, 2024, at…
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Dreher High Botany Club awarded $4,320 microgrant from City of Columbia through Bloomberg Youth Climate Action Fund
August 23, 2024Dreher High School’s Botany Club has been awarded a $4,320 microgrant from the City of Columbia through the Bloomberg Youth Climate Action Fund. Columbia was one of 100 cities worldwide…
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Kick off the 2024 Pan American/USAngling Challenge Cup Kayak Championship with Youth Angling Day at Gibson Pond Park
August 23, 2024The Capital City/Lake Murray Country Regional Tourism Board (CCLMC) and USAngling announce “Youth Angling Day” on Thursday, September 26, at Gibson Pond Park in Lexington, SC. This exciting event will kick off the 2024…
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Colliers Charleston Retail Report: Limited supply, population growth lower vacancy
August 23, 2024Commercial Real Estate Research & Forecast Report Q2 2024 Charleston Retail Market Highlights Geographic constraints are forcing Charleston’s growth patterns outward with the bulk of new construction occurring in the…
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LRC Properties and GEM Realty Capital purchase Summerville, SC distribution center
August 23, 2024Harbor Commercial Partners, LLC arranges Sale in Summerville, South Carolina. GVII-LRC FOL Owner, LLC, a joint venture between LRC Properties and affiliates of GEM Realty Capital, acquired the Fruit of…
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Presbyterian College Football Fans Rally at First-Ever Evening Blue Hose Fan Day
August 23, 2024The Presbyterian College football fanbase turned up in large numbers on Thursday night for the annual Blue Hose Fan Day sponsored by Self-Regional Healthcare. Conducted at Bailey Memorial Stadium –…
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SCDNR Director Boyles to Retire after More Than 30 Years of Service
August 22, 2024After nearly 32 years of service to the state of South Carolina, Robert H. Boyles Jr., director of the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR), has announced his retirement…
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