College of Charleston named top producer of Fulbright Scholars
February 26, 2025
The College of Charleston has been named a Top Producing Institution for Fulbright U.S. Scholars for the 2024-2025 academic year. The four 2024-2025 College of Charleston Fulbright Scholars are Marvin Gonzalez, Brian Lanahan, Melissa Ochal and Theodore…
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Hughes Agency welcomes Tessa Richey as Senior Account Executive
February 26, 2025
Hughes Agency, a full-service public relations, marketing, advertising and event management firm, announced the addition of Tessa Richey as Senior Account Executive. Richey is responsible for account services for clients…
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St. Pat’s in Five Points official kickoff event set for Thursday, Feb. 27
February 26, 2025
Dyeing the Five Points Fountain green, children’s activities, Irish music and dance performances The St. Pat’s in Five Points Official Kickoff event is set for 5:30-6:30 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 27,…
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South Carolina ETV digital series Original SC shares inspiring stories from across the Palmetto State
February 26, 2025South Carolina ETV’s award-winning digital series Original SC offers an exploration of South Carolina through the lives of the people that call this place home. The season’s first episode debuted online on Jan. 30,…
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Carnes Crossroads Lifestyle Director wins prestigious national award
February 26, 2025
As Carnes Crossroads anticipates its unique Agrihood farm and amenities opening this spring, the community is celebrating Lifestyle Director Haiven Whitley receiving the prestigious Gold Award for Lifestyle Director of the Year…
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City of Columbia breaks ground to celebrate the revitalization efforts in Historic Lower Waverly/Martin Luther King community
February 26, 2025
The City of Columbia in partnership with the TN Development Corporation hosted a groundbreaking celebration on Wednesday, February 26, 2025, to recognize four single-family homes that are to be constructed…
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LS3P welcomes Katie Arant
February 26, 2025
LS3P welcomes Interior Design Practice Professional, Katie Arant in the Columbia office. A 2014 graduate of Anderson University with a Bachelor of Arts in Interior Design, Arant started her career…
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Trinity Partners secures office lease in Columbia’s Historic Vista District
February 26, 2025
Trinity Partners has successfully facilitated the lease of a premier office suite in Columbia’s Historic Vista District. Bruce Harper, SIOR, a founding partner of the South Carolina office, and Robbie…
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Over 62,000 feminine products collected at the 4th Annual Cola Rosé Shower
February 26, 2025
Annual event creates awareness about women’s health and collects donations for Sistercare and The Period Project The 4th Annual Cola Rosé Shower, held on Saturday, February 8 at the Williams-Brice Stadium’s Traditions Club, proved…
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Charleston’s new economic development strategy: Focus on Innovation
February 26, 2025
Innovation focus could add $10 billion of earnings value to regional economy The new 5-year economic development vision for the Charleston Region lays out a vision for the area: sustaining…
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School of Medicine Columbia breaks ground on new facility at USC Health Sciences Campus
February 25, 2025
The University of South Carolina broke ground on a facility that will redefine the future of health care education and research during a ceremony on Tuesday, Feb. 25, at the…
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NASA-Funded Astrophysicist Joins Presbyterian College Faculty, Inspiring Future Scientists
February 25, 2025
Dr. Frances Cashman leans forward, eyes alight with excitement as she gestures toward a vibrant image on her computer screen. The swirling patterns of light and shadow in the Milky…
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Exciting Programs Coming to Laurens County Libraries in March
February 25, 2025
The Laurens County Public Library System has a lineup of engaging activities for all ages this March, offering a mix of creativity, education, and fun at both the Laurens and…
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SAFE Home Walk/Run This Saturday to Support Local Domestic Violence Survivors
February 25, 2025
This Saturday, March 1, the SAFE Home Walk/Run will take place at CrossFit 864 in Clinton at 9 a.m., bringing the community together to support survivors of domestic violence in…
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Lander University Hosts Take Back the Night to Support Survivors and Raise Awareness of Sexual Violence
February 25, 2025
Lander University recently hosted Take Back the Night as a way to encourage survivors of sexual violence to speak up and feel safe in their community while providing resources to…
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South Carolina Aquarium to Host Octonauts March 7–9 For Special Meet and Greets
February 25, 2025
Enjoy Special Programming and a Meet-and-Greet with Captain Barnacles and Kwazii Stars of “The Octonauts” will be docking at the South Carolina Aquarium to meet fans and fellow explorers March…
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The Lumberyard Gears Up for Its 2nd Annual Beer Mile on April 26
February 25, 2025
The Lumberyard is bringing back its wildly popular Beer Mile for a second year, inviting runners and beer enthusiasts to take on a unique challenge—all for a good cause. Scheduled…
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Top Speakers to Inspire at Next Week’s 46th Annual Clinton Family YMCA Youth-Community Prayer Breakfast
February 25, 2025
The Clinton Family YMCA is set to host the 46th Annual Youth/Community Prayer Breakfast from March 4-6, 2025, at Broad Street United Methodist Church. The event, which has long been…
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Laurens County Museum to Host Lecture on Women in the American Revolution
February 25, 2025
The courage and sacrifices of women during the American Revolutionary War will be the focus of an upcoming lecture at the Laurens County Museum. Historian and battlefield preservationist Durant Ashmore…
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Swingin’ Medallions Coming to Lander April 10 for Scholarship Benefit Performance
February 25, 2025
The Swingin’ Medallions, a Southern tradition since 1962, are returning home to Lander University – the college of choice for many of its members over the past 63 years –…
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Laurens County Guardian ad Litem Program Seeks Volunteers to Advocate for Children – Free Online Training Begins April 1
February 25, 2025
Laurens, South Carolina, February 24, 2025 – The Cass Elias McCarter Guardian ad Litem Program, a division of the South Carolina Department of Children’s Advocacy is offering FREE ONLINE TRAINING…
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South Carolina Export Sales Total $38 billion in 2024, the Highest Volume Since 2019
February 25, 2025
Automotive continues to be dominant industry for the state’s exports Governor Henry McMaster, the South Carolina Department of Commerce (S.C. Commerce) and South Carolina Ports (SC Ports) today announced that…
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Columbia’s first Ramadan night market offers evening of community
February 25, 2025
In partnership with the University of South Carolina’s Humanities Collaborative initiative The Muslim South and the Columbia Muslim Association, the Columbia Museum of Art presents Columbia’s first-ever Ramadan Night Market…
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Garvin Design Group’s Jerome Simiyon earns architecture licensure
February 25, 2025
Garvin Design Group announced that Jerome Simiyon recently earned licensure as a registered architect. Simiyon’s licensure follows the successful completion of the rigorous, six-part Architect Registration Examination (ARE) and certification…
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Converse University Writing Center recognized for excellence
February 25, 2025
The Center Acknowledgement and Recognition of Excellence Program (CARE) has honored Converse University’s Writing Center for its commitment to literacy, learning, and writing. This coveted certification was awarded by the…
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Endeavor Coworking Community welcomes new All Access members
February 25, 2025
Endeavor Workspaces announced three new All Access members: Mark Koppelmann, MBA, CFP, CRPS, senior financial advisor of LPL Financial, Andrea Koppelmann, MS, director of client relations of LPL Financial, and…
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NHE opens 34-unit affordable housing community off Pelham Road
February 25, 2025
NHE, Inc., has opened Parkway East, a 34-unit affordable housing community located on The Parkway off of Pelham Road. Developed using SC Housing Small Rental Development Program, which provides assistance…
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Healthy Palmetto unveils Statewide Action Plan for healthy eating and active living
February 25, 2025
Healthy Palmetto, a coalition of more than 40 organizations committed to improving health outcomes in South Carolina, successfully unveiled its 2025-2029 Statewide Action Plan for Healthy Eating and Active Living at an…
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Richland Library introduces InterPlay Academy
February 25, 2025
Helping Job Seekers Enter Skilled Trades Richland Library is expanding its commitment to workforce development with the introduction of InterPlay Academy, a new e-resource designed to equip job seekers with the training and…
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Upstate Forever protected more than 1,100 acres in 2024 via conservation easements
February 25, 2025
Projects with conservation partners comprise nearly 1,900 additional acres protected Local conservation nonprofit Upstate Forever announced that the organization’s nationally accredited land trust finalized permanent conservation easements on a total of 1,130…
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Toast Under the Oaks at Johns Island County Park March 6 and April 3
February 25, 2025
Beverages, live music and beautiful scenery await guests at Toast under the Oaks at Johns Island County Park this spring! The event will be held on Thursday, March 6 and…
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South Carolina export sales total $38 billion in 2024, the highest volume since 2019
February 25, 2025
Automotive continues to be dominant industry for the state’s exports Governor Henry McMaster, the South Carolina Department of Commerce (S.C. Commerce) and South Carolina Ports (SC Ports) today announced that…
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Rick Lackland named SCRLA’s 2025 Sales/Marketing Employee of The Year
February 25, 2025
Capital City/Lake Murray Country proudly celebrates Rick Lackland, Director of Sales & Marketing at DoubleTree by Hilton Columbia, for being named Sales/Marketing/Catering Employee of the Year at the 2025 Stars…
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City of Charleston advances revitalization of West Ashley through demolition of abandoned Ryan’s Steakhouse
February 25, 2025The City of Charleston reaffirms its commitment to revitalizing West Ashley, now with the demolition of the long-abandoned Ryan’s Steakhouse on St. Andrews Blvd. The demolition is the result of…
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Roper St. Francis Foundation announces $100 million Imagine Campaign to transform healthcare in the Lowcountry
February 25, 2025
Campaign launches with historic $20 million lead gift from the Medical Society of South Carolina The Roper St. Francis Foundation on Saturday, Feb. 22, 2025, launched Imagine: The Campaign for…
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Meals on Wheels of Summerville welcomes newly elected board members for 2025
February 25, 2025
Meals on Wheels of Summerville announced the election of its 2025 Board of Directors, a dedicated group of community leaders committed to advancing the organization’s mission of combating hunger and…
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Duke Energy celebrates Black History Month with $50,000 in grants directed to organizations by company’s South Carolina employees
February 25, 2025
Nearly 4,000 employees had the opportunity to nominate nonprofits in the state Five organizations were selected to receive $10,000 each to support their local missions To celebrate Black History Month,…
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School District Five coordinator earns statewide recognition
February 25, 2025
Davida Price, School District Five’s Coordinator of Youth and Family Services (4K), has been awarded the 2025 State Service Award by the South Carolina Early Childhood Association (SCECA). The SCECA…
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Cohn Construction completes new Innovative Endodontics location
February 25, 2025
Myrtle Beach, SC – Cohn Construction has completed the construction of the 3,665 SF periodontic office for Innovative Endodontics in Myrtle Beach. This is the second Design-Build project Cohn Construction…
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Ribbon cutting for PowerHouse Cycle and Fitness
February 25, 2025
PowerHouse Cycle and Fitness will be hosting their upcoming grand opening on Saturday, March 1 at 10:00 a.m. at their new location at 2418 Devine Street. They will be hosting…
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School of Architecture launches hybrid option for Ph.D. in Design and the Built Environment
February 25, 2025
Clemson University’s School of Architecture announced a new hybrid option in the Ph.D. in Design and the Built Environment (DBE) program. The new option provides greater flexibility for working professionals…
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Clemson University Trustee David E. Dukes ’81 pledges distinguished professorship to the John E. Walker Department of Economics
February 25, 2025
Clemson University Board of Trustees member David E. Dukes ’81 and his wife Karen Royster Dukes ’82 have made a generous gift that will increase the University’s engaged impact across…
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March 1 celebrated annually as Meyer Center Day in South Carolina
February 25, 2025
The City of Greenville and the State of South Carolina officially proclaimed March 1 as Meyer Center Day in 2024 in honor of the Meyer Center for Special Children’s 70…
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Wilkerson family pledge creates endowment for premier lecture series
February 25, 2025
The Clemson University community will have the opportunity to engage with the world’s finest thinkers and influencers thanks to a generous gift from Clemson Board of Trustees Chair Kim Wilkerson…
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Clemson University launches historic capital campaign to raise $1.889 billion
February 25, 2025
Clemson University embarks on its most ambitious capital campaign to date, Fiercely Forward: A Campaign for Clemson. With a goal of $1.889 billion, the Fiercely Forward capital campaign positions Clemson to remain steadfast in…
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CAMS Community Manager Daniel Bennett earns AMS designation
February 25, 2025
CAMS (Community Association Management Services) announced that Community Manager Daniel Bennett, CMCA, earned his Association Management Specialist (AMS) designation. Bennett entered the community management industry in 2020 and joined the…
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Laurens Raiders Wrestling Wraps Up Historic Season with Championship Titles and State Runner-Up Finish
February 24, 2025
The Laurens Raiders wrestling team capped off an incredible season with a haul of championship titles and a strong showing at the state tournament this past weekend. The Raiders claimed…
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Gray Court-Owings School Archery Team Aims to Win in State State Championship
February 24, 2025
On Saturday, February 15, 2025, the Gray Court-Owings (GCO) School Archery Team participated in the 2025 South Carolina Bullseye State Qualifier in Taylors, South Carolina. Twelve GCO students qualified to…
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Jushi USA leases 200,758 square feet at Pineview Trade Center in Richland County
February 24, 2025
Colliers | South Carolina and Summit Real Estate Group announces that Jushi USA has leased ±200,758 square feet at Pineview Trade Center, a ±351,349-square-foot speculative industrial building in Southeast Columbia.…
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Palmetto AgriBusiness Council elects new officers for 2025
February 24, 2025
The Palmetto AgriBusiness Council (PABC) recently announced the election of officers for 2025. Bryant Sansbury, CEO with ArborOne, was elected Chairman; Lori Anne Car, co-owner of Titan Farms, was elected…
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