Amazon to build last-mile delivery station in Calhoun County
July 29, 2026
Calhoun County announced that Amazon.com, Inc. has selected the Calhoun County I-26 Industrial Park as the site for a new 150,000+ square-foot last-mile delivery facility. Amazon purchased the land directly…
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Mathnasium of Lexington announces new ownership, new location, and grand opening celebration
July 29, 2026
Longstanding Lexington math learning center begins new chapter with continued commitment to student confidence and success. Mathnasium of Lexington is entering an exciting new chapter with a transition in ownership,…
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SIOS Technology announces LifeKeeper v10.1 with AIOps-ready automation
July 29, 2026
New release simplifies HA/DR deployment and management with AIOps-ready automation and enhanced cloud security SIOS Technology Corp., a leading provider of application high availability (HA) and disaster recovery (DR) solutions,…
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Colliers Dealmakers: Recent purchases, sales, leases and investments in Columbia
July 29, 2026
Colliers | South Carolina announced the following recently completed commercial real estate transactions from our office in Columbia: Industrial Chuck Salley, SIOR, Thomas Beard, SIOR and John Peebles, SIOR represented…
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Colliers Report: Greenville-Spartanburg Industrial Market Q2 2026
July 29, 2026
Strong bulk demand continues as the market enters its next growth cycle. Market Highlights The Greenville–Spartanburg industrial market is seeing the I-85 corridor enter a new phase of expansion as…
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Red Cross Declares Second-Ever National Blood Crisis, Urges Golden Strip Donors to Give Now
July 29, 2026
The American Red Cross has declared a national blood supply crisis, only the second such declaration in the organization’s 145-year history, and is urging eligible donors in Fountain Inn, Simpsonville…
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Red Cross Declares Second-Ever National Blood Crisis, Urges Donors to Give Now
July 29, 2026
The American Red Cross has declared a national blood supply crisis, only the second such declaration in the organization’s 145-year history, and is urging eligible donors to make appointments immediately.…
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Michelin North America President and CEO Matthew Cabe to lead United Way of Greenville County’s 2026 Community Campaign
July 29, 2026Cabe will lead the Upstate’s largest philanthropic campaign, mobilizing business leaders to fund more than $9 million in annual community investment. United Way of Greenville County (UWGC) announced Matthew…
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Volunteers needed for the 2026 Georgetown Harbor Sweep
July 29, 2026
Keep Georgetown Beautiful and the Winyah Rivers Alliance, in partnership with the S.C. Sea Grant Consortium and the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources, invite community members to join the…
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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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City of Georgetown adds part-time social media consultant during communications transition
July 29, 2026
The City of Georgetown has hired Mikayla Moskov as a part-time contractor to develop social media content and support public outreach while the city searches for a full-time public information…
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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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Shovels & Rope headline August concert at Greenville’s Hampton Station
July 29, 2026
First Things Foundation brings an evening of Georgian feasting and live music to the Upstate on Saturday, August 29, 2026. First Things Foundation announces Art of the Tamada: A Toast…
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C4 Ministries Shares Wish List for Families in Laurens County
July 29, 2026
C4 Ministries of Laurens County is inviting the community to support local families through a donation wish list of household and hygiene essentials. The nonprofit shared the list on its…
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Special Event Alert: Vinyl records join the weekly Georgetown Library Book Sale this Saturday!
July 29, 2026
Calling all bookworms and music lovers! The Friends of the Georgetown Library is hosting an extra special edition of its weekly sale this Saturday, August 1st, from 9:00 am to…
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Nine Certified for Aug. 11 Special Republican Primary for U.S. Senate; Three Ruled Ineligible
July 29, 2026
Nine Republicans will appear on the ballot Aug. 11 in the special primary to select the party’s nominee for the U.S. Senate seat left vacant by the death of Sen.…
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Wilson Joins All 50 States in Push for Tighter Robocall Rules
July 29, 2026
If your phone rings ten times before lunch with numbers you don’t recognize, or your voicemail fills up with recordings about car warranties, unpaid tolls and Medicare benefits you never…
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Nourishing Community Health: St. James Health and Wellness hosts 3rd Annual Taste of Compassion Brunch
July 29, 2026
Food is medicine, and on Saturday, Aug. 8, the community has a chance to pull up a chair for a vital cause. St. James Health and Wellness will host its…
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Bosch Community Fund supports advanced manufacturing education at Greenville Technical College
July 29, 2026
The Bosch Community Fund has awarded a $31,980 grant to the Greenville Tech Foundation to support advanced manufacturing education for students at Greenville Technical College and help strengthen the region’s…
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Big Air Laurens to Host Adult Night With Live Music July 31
July 29, 2026
Big Air Laurens will host an adults-only night out Friday, July 31, featuring a live concert by Hunter Holmes. The 18 and older event runs from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.…
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Lander Art Students Win Award for Sand Sculpture Entry
July 29, 2026
Summer is here, and with Lander University on summer break, members of Lander’s Department of Art have hit the beaches of South Carolina to showcase their creativity in the form…
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Cleanup and Repair Update Regarding Train Derailment in Laurens County
July 29, 2026
Laurens County continues to monitor post-incident operations pertaining to the train derailment that occurred in the early morning of July 27, 2026. Please be advised that this continues 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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Facing the Storm: Identifying your risks and building a plan
July 29, 2026
By Karen Owens Publisher Disasters and severe storms can disrupt a business in minutes, but the right preparation ensures your doors stay open. Following insights shared by local and state…
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HGTC Nursing graduates achieve 100% NCLEX pass rate in second quarter
July 29, 2026
Horry-Georgetown Technical College (HGTC) is proud to announce that 100% of first-time test-takers from both of its nursing programs passed their respective National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX) during the second…
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Forest Acres invests in leadership as City Administrator Shaun Greenwood completes Harvard Kennedy School Executive Education program
July 28, 2026
As Forest Acres continues to experience significant growth, transformative redevelopment, and statewide recognition as one of South Carolina’s most desirable communities, City leaders remain focused on investing in the leadership…
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SCRLA announces Restaurant Week Upstate’s return this August
July 28, 2026
The South Carolina Restaurant & Lodging Association (SCRLA) announced the highly anticipated return of Restaurant Week Upstate, taking place from August 13-23, 2026. The 11-day culinary celebration will highlight premier…
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A Conversation with Maureen Mulligan, Georgetown County’s Environmentalist
July 28, 2026
By Karen Owens Publisher Did you know Georgetown County enjoys a recycling rate of almost 40%? Or that they coordinate community litter pickups that have collected more than 600,000 pounds…
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Anderson Brothers Bank promotes Jessica Suggs, CFMP, to Brand and Creative Manager
July 28, 2026
Anderson Brothers Bank is pleased to announce the promotion of Jessica Suggs, CFMP, to Brand and Creative Manager within the Bank’s Marketing Department. In this role, Suggs will lead the…
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The Village Group welcomes veteran fundraising executive Rick Nikkel as Deputy Director of Development
July 28, 2026
The Village Group (TVG) is pleased to announce the appointment of Rick Nikkel as its new Deputy Director of Development, further strengthening the organization’s leadership team as it advances transformative…
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Friends of the Waccamaw Library announces its Fall 1st Thursday series
July 28, 2026
The popular Friends of the Waccamaw Library (FOWL) 1st Thursday Speaker Series returns for another highly anticipated run in Fall 2026. Though subjects of presentations are eclectic, most highlight a…
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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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Columbia Area Development Partnership welcomes Ritedose Executive Janisha Thomas to Board of Directors
July 28, 2026
Thomas adds a life science manufacturing perspective to Richland County’s economic development efforts The Columbia Area Development Partnership (CADP) has appointed Janisha Thomas, Chief Human Resources Officer at the Ritedose…
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Five graduate from TGHA and First Steps homebased childcare program
July 28, 2026
The first cohort of a new program aimed to increase the homebased childcare providers graduated this week. The Greenville Housing Authority (TGHA), Greenville First Steps, SC Childcare Resource and Referral…
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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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Optus Financial Corporation and M&F Bancorp, Inc. announce partnership to create the nation’s premier African American bank
July 28, 2026
Columbia-based Optus Financial Corporation has announced a definitive agreement to merge with M&F Bancorp, Inc., the holding company for M&F Bank in Durham, North Carolina, in a transaction that will…
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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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Lisa Cole to step down as Literacy SC CEO after four-year organizational turnaround
July 28, 2026
Former board member turned CEO leaves a legacy of lean business management, 38 library partnerships, and multi-county impact. Literacy SC has announced that Chief Executive Officer Lisa Cole will step…
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Adair Floyd joins Colliers | South Carolina as Marketing Communications Specialist
July 28, 2026
Colliers | South Carolina announced that Adair Floyd has joined the company as the Marketing Communications Specialist. In this role, Floyd will manage internal and external communications for Colliers |…
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Clemson University’s Mashrur “Ronnie” Chowdhury earns prestigious national research award
July 28, 2026Chowdhury’s work has helped move transportation research from emerging ideas to real-world systems that are safer, more secure and more connected Mashrur “Ronnie” Chowdhury of Clemson University has received the American…
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Selling your home in today’s market: What every Georgetown seller should know
July 28, 2026
By Patty K. Pound Broker-in-Charge / Co-owner, Pound Real Estate Partners, LLC If you’ve been paying attention to the real estate market over the past few years, you’ve probably heard…
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Update Regarding Train Car Derailment in Laurens County
July 27, 2026
Cleanup Operations and Travel Updates Laurens County continues to monitor the situation and receive regular updates regarding the train incident that occurred at 5:20am on the reported date. As the…
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Not Every Party Invitation Is Worth Accepting: Advice From the Laurens County Sheriff’s Office
July 27, 2026
The invitation went out on social media. So did the response. Laurens County deputies made 29 arrests Saturday, July 25, during an illegal street takeover in the area of Mountville…
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The Village Group is looking for community volunteers for its upcoming fall festivals
July 27, 2026
The Village Group is officially calling on community members, families, and civic groups to join hands as volunteers for two upcoming flagship local events this fall: the 9th Annual Andy…
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Laurens County School District 55 Kicks Off 2026-2027 School Year
July 27, 2026
The Laurens County School District 55 (LCSD 55) administrators, teachers, and staff gathered today, July 27, 2026, at the Laurens District 55 High School (LDHS) to kick off the 2026-2027…
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Tapestry Marks 40 Years in Business With “40 and Fabulous” Party Aug. 7
July 27, 2026
Tapestry Inc., a locally owned women’s clothing boutique on East Carolina Avenue, is throwing a “40 and Fabulous” party Friday, Aug. 7, from 4 to 7 p.m. to celebrate 40…
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Town of Andrews to host annual Back to School Supply Giveaway Aug. 1
July 27, 2026
ANDREWS, S.C. — The Town of Andrews will host its annual Back to School Supply Giveaway on Saturday, Aug. 1, offering free school supplies to local students ahead of the…
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Sanitary Market Offers Weekly Fresh Seafood Through Thursday Text List
July 27, 2026
Laurens County customers looking for fresh seafood without a trip to the coast now have a standing option each week at Sanitary Market. The downtown Laurens market runs a weekly…
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Clinton Seeks Public Input on Draft 2026 Comprehensive Plan
July 27, 2026
Clinton Seeks Public Input on Draft 2026 Comprehensive Plan The City of Clinton is asking residents, business owners and community stakeholders to review its draft 2026 Comprehensive Plan and submit…
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