Calling All Aviation Enthusiasts: Submit Your Best Planespotting Photos!
May 12, 2024
Attention aviation photographers and enthusiasts! Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport (GSP) is inviting submissions for the upcoming GSP Connections Gallery, featuring the captivating theme of planespotting at the busy airport. They are…
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South Carolina Now Enforcing Ban on ‘Carolina Squat’ Trucks
May 12, 2024
South Carolina has officially enforced its ban on the ‘Carolina Squat’ vehicle modification after a 180-day grace period, effective May 10th. This regulation prohibits drivers from significantly elevating the front…
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The Brew Laurens County: Connecting Entrepreneurs and Innovators – May 15
May 12, 2024
The Brew Laurens County, a bi-monthly gathering hosted by the Laurens County Chamber of Commerce is a unique opportunity for local entrepreneurs and business owners seeking inspiration, collaboration, and guidance.…
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Illustrator of Dick and Jane Readers to be Discussed by His Daughter at the Laurens County Museum on May 18
May 12, 2024
The model for the character Sally in the Dick and Jane readers, Nancy Childress, will be at the Laurens County Museum to talk about her father, Robert Childress, on Saturday,…
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Doris Glymph Greene to receive Doctor of Humane Letters
May 10, 2024
Ecumenical University announced the presentation of the Doctor of Humane Letters, Honoris Causa to Doris Glymph Greene at its 28th Annual Convocation on Sunday, May 19, 2024, at 4 PM…
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Ecumenical University appoints James L. Felder as its third president
May 10, 2024
The Board of Trustees of Ecumenical University announced the appointment of James L. Felder as its third president. Bishop Redfern II, founder of Ecumenical Church and University, officially announced, heralding…
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Eric H. Philpot selected to 2024 Super Lawyers
May 9, 2024
Eric H. Philpot, a partner at the Philpot Law Firm, has been selected for a second year to the 2024 Super Lawyers list in South Carolina. No more than five…
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Tyler Teal joins Colliers | South Carolina as Brokerage Associate in Columbia
May 9, 2024
Colliers | South Carolina is pleased to announce Tyler Teal as its newest Brokerage Associate in the Columbia office. Teal began his journey at Colliers as an intern, focusing on…
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John Truluck named Local Developer of the Year and Holly McCrary awarded SCEDA Rising Star
May 9, 2024
The South Carolina Economic Developers’ Association (SCEDA) announced the recipients of two prestigious awards at SCEDA’s Annual Conference, held May 8-10 in Myrtle Beach. John Truluck, economic development director at…
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Lauren Taylor Law to surprise two South Carolina educators with a trip to Italy
May 9, 2024
CHARLESTON, SC – Lauren Taylor Law, a leading law firm in South Carolina, announced a unique opportunity for two South Carolina educators to experience the trip of a lifetime. The…
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$4.5 million raised for Midlands nonprofits: Another record-breaking year
May 9, 2024
Midlands Gives Day, Central Carolina Community Foundation’s annual 18-hour online giving challenge, raised $4,588,248 via 19,264 individual gifts. The eleventh annual online day of giving took place on Tuesday, May…
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Todd Turner was announced as commencement speaker for the 28th Ecumenical Church and University Convocation
May 9, 2024
The Ecumenical Church and University is proud to announce Todd Turner as the commencement speaker for its 28th Convocation, taking place at 3:30 pm on Sunday, May 19, 2024, at…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Cassidy Caulk, Kindred Label
May 9, 2024
The Who’s on the Move, Entrepreneur Minute is an interview in support of the undeniable impact that entrepreneurs have on our communities. We will be highlighting 20 entrepreneurs in each of…
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Bonham House—Last Of Its Kind
May 9, 2024
By Tom Poland In Saluda County an old homeplace sits on brick piers. It’s as solid as the Rock of Gibraltar, but that wasn’t always the case. Some refer…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Ana Gutierrez, Arepa South
May 9, 2024
The Who’s on the Move, Entrepreneur Minute is an interview in support of the undeniable impact that entrepreneurs have on our communities. We will be highlighting 20 entrepreneurs in each of…
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Liberty Fellowship kicks off 20th anniversary year, announces Legacy Partners
May 9, 2024
Liberty Fellowship, a dynamic and diverse network of 350 leaders across South Carolina, will celebrate its 20th anniversary with special activities and initiatives over the next 12 months that will…
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Marketing Minute: From Random to Regular on Social Media
May 9, 2024
Marketing Minute by Jeff Reeves, NP Strategy In today’s digitally-driven world, staying consistent on social media is not just an option—it’s a necessity for fostering trust, building your brand,…
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Iron Sharpens Iron men’s group visits Sumter-Lee Regional Detention Center to share testimonies
May 9, 2024Sumter, SC – Iron Sharpens Iron Men’s Group, a dedicated team of formerly incarcerated individuals, correctional officers, and prison ministry officials, recently visited the Sumter-Lee Regional Detention Center to share…
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Ecumenical Church and University announces 28th Convocation and Investiture Ceremony
May 9, 2024COLUMBIA, SC – Ecumenical University announced the 28th Ecumenical Church and University Convocation, which will take place on Sunday, May 19, 2024, at 4 PM at the Metropolitan Convention Center,…
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Exploring Art: Workshop Series at the Laurens County Museum
May 8, 2024
Renowned art teacher Jim Brinson is extending a warm invitation to art enthusiasts and beginners alike through the Art Group & Workshop at the Laurens County Museum. This new initiative…
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Diaper Drive Thru in Clinton: Join Us on May 14th!
May 8, 2024
Get ready, Clinton! The monthly Diaper Drive Thru is happening at the Victory Worship Center Parking Lot on Tuesday, May 14th, from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm. Growing Support, Growing…
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Laurens County School District 56 Celebrates Longevity and Excellence at Annual Banquet
May 8, 2024
The Laurens County School District 56 recently honored its dedicated staff at the Annual Retirement and 25 Year Service Awards Reception and Banquet held at Clinton High School. This event…
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Converse University awarded Center of Excellence in Teacher Leadership
May 8, 2024
Converse University Awarded Center of Excellence in Teacher Leadership The South Carolina Commission on Higher Education has awarded Converse University a three-year grant to support a new Center of Excellence…
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Premier Arts Collective presents “Art Speaks” exhibition at Camperdown Greenville
May 8, 2024
Premier Arts Collective (PAC) presents Art Speaks: a captivating visual exhibition that explores how art speaks when words may fail. All works of art displayed on the outdoor Art Walk…
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United Way of the Piedmont awarded grant from Milliken & Company charitable foundation
May 8, 2024
United Way of The Piedmont is proud to announce it has received a generous grant from the Milliken & Company Charitable Foundation. This contribution will benefit United Way’s Community Impact…
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Celebrating the journey of a working Mom: Morgan Suttles’s inspiring career transformation at BASF ECMS
May 8, 2024
As Mother’s Day approaches in the United States, ECMS recognizes the incredible journeys of working moms who courageously pursue their dreams while balancing family responsibilities. One such inspiring woman is…
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Sharpening brands and growing together: Crawford celebrates 14th anniversary
May 8, 2024
Crawford, a full-service creative marketing and branding agency based in Greenville, recently celebrated its 14th year in business. Since 2010, Crawford has provided marketing and public relations strategy and implementation…
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Stokes & Company, CPAs, receives Accounting Firm of the Year award
May 8, 2024
The Professional Association of Small Business Accountants held its 18th annual awards ceremony at the 2024 Spring Marketing & Technology Conference in St. Pete Beach this week. Six well-deserving members…
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Columbia Museum of Art June 2024 Exhibitions and Events calendar
May 8, 2024
EXHIBITIONS (Un)Settled: The Landscape in American Art On view June 15 through September 8, 2024 From natural wonders to the open road, the landscape has long been a muse in…
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Ward Bradley selected for South Carolina Super Lawyers® 2024
May 8, 2024
Moore Bradley Myers (MBM) announces that Partner, James E. “Ward” Bradley has been selected to South Carolina Super Lawyers® 2024 in the area of personal injury law and business litigation.…
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Brittany Kemper joins the Augusta road office of C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS
May 8, 2024
(Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announces that Brittany Kemper has joined the company’s Augusta Rd office as a sales associate. After years of coaching on the soccer field,…
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Katie Blackwell joins the Spartanburg office of C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS
May 8, 2024
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announces that Katie Blackwell has joined the company’s Spartanburg office as a sales associate. Katie is a Spartanburg native and realtor who understands…
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Lauren Taylor Law to surprise two South Carolina educators with a trip to Italy
May 8, 2024
Lauren Taylor Law, a leading law firm in South Carolina, is excited to announce a unique opportunity for two South Carolina educators to experience the trip of a lifetime. The…
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Cara Ferneyhough joins the midtown office of C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS
May 8, 2024
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announces that Cara Ferneyhough has joined the company’s Midtown office as a sales associate. Cara is a Florida native who fell in love…
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Career Pathways Scholarship offers increased award beginning fall semester
May 8, 2024
Beginning Fall Semester 2024 through Spring Semester 2025, the Career Pathways Scholarship at Greenville Technical College (GTC) will award $2,500 each semester in scholarship money for students pursuing education that…
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Lecture to cover (or uncover) the role of pin-up pictures in war and peace
May 8, 2024
Col. Elliott White Springs was a flying ace in World War I, shooting down 16 enemy aircraft. After the war, he needed a way to turn around the family business…
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Larry Miller of Greenville Technical College named to GADC board
May 8, 2024
Dr. Larry Miller, vice president of learning and workforce development at Greenville Technical College, has been appointed to the Greenville Area Development Corporation’s board of directors by Greenville County Council…
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SCbio’s life science accelerator, SCbioDrive, launches application for inaugural cohort
May 8, 2024
SCbio, in partnership with The Massachusetts Biotechnology Council (MassBio), today opened the applications for its new accelerator program, SCbioDrive, A biannual program, SCbioDrive will select up to six seed-stage life…
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TakoSushi announces new Forest Acres location to open May 14
May 8, 2024
Restaurant showcasing Latin and Asian cuisine marks second Midlands location Columbia-based culinary enterprise Food People Restaurant Group, owned by local entrepreneurs Chris Sullivan and James Williams, announces the expansion of its…
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Two Richland One school nurses receive district’s first DAISY Awards
May 8, 2024
In conjunction with the observance of National Nurses Week (May 6-12, 2024) and School Nurse Day (May 8, 2024), two Richland One school nurses were named recipients of the district’s…
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Mayor William Cogswell announces D.U.I. checkpoints to crack down on impaired driving
May 8, 2024
Mayor William Cogswell announced today a decisive step forward in prioritizing the safety and well-being of Charleston residents and visitors. Effective immediately, the Charleston Police Department will deploy strategically positioned…
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Winkler Group commemorates 20th anniversary by introducing new service lines to transform nonprofit fundraising
May 8, 2024
The Winkler Group, one of the nation’s premier fundraising consulting firms, commemorates its 20th anniversary by introducing innovative services to enhance support for nonprofits. The four new offerings are tailored…
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City Council highlights | May 7, 2024
May 8, 2024
During this evening’s City Council meeting, Mayor Daniel Rickenmann presented several proclamations. To start off, a surprise proclamation was presented for Professional Municipal Clerk’s Week, honoring our City Clerk, Erika…
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Blackbaud makes a strategic investment in UBIQ Education
May 8, 2024
Blackbaud (NASDAQ: BLKB), the leading provider of software for powering social impact, announced a strategic investment in UBIQ Education, innovators in school websites through the introduction of AMAIS, the first…
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Team South Carolina shines at National ProStart Invitational for seventh year in a row
May 8, 2024
Hosted by the National Restaurant Association Education Foundation (NRAEF), Team South Carolina battled more than 400 competitors at the 2024 National ProStart Invitational in April at the Baltimore Marriott Waterfront.…
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Dorchester County launches new Transportation Sales Tax Program website
May 8, 2024
Dorchester County announced the launch of its new Transportation Sales Tax Program website, a comprehensive resource dedicated to current and future transportation projects funded by the County’s Transportation Sales Tax…
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River Drive buffered bicycle lanes public input meeting
May 8, 2024
There will be a public information and input drop-in meeting on Wednesday, May 29th at the Earlewood Community Center from 4:00pm to 6:00pm, with remarks at 5:00pm. Councilwoman Tina Herbert, City Planning and…
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Richland County’s Ag + Art Tour expands with 20 tour sites, 100+ artisans
May 8, 2024
Richland County will host the annual S.C. Ag + Art Tour, featuring 20 farm- and arts-related tour sites and more than 100 local artisans, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.…
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Dreher High counseling chairman named Midlands Region Career and Technical Education School Counselor of the Year
May 8, 2024
Dreher High School counseling chairman Kevin Kirkley has been named the 2024 Midlands Region Career and Technical Education (CTE) School Counselor of the Year by the Midlands Education and Business…
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Lander University’s First Group of Cybersecurity Majors Graduate
May 8, 2024
As people become more and more reliant on online systems, the need for people who protect those systems grows. Lander University is playing a part in that protection, as its…
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