JB’s Lowcountry Music Festival brings multi-band lineup, community spirit to Pawleys Island
August 23, 2026
JB’s Celebration Park is set to host the JB’s Lowcountry Music Festival on Saturday, September 5, 2026. The full-day event features performances from indie rock group Channel Bluff, local favorites…
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Laurens County Sheriff’s Animal Shelter hiring shelter attendants
August 23, 2026
The Laurens County Sheriff’s Animal Shelter is accepting applications for full-time and part-time shelter attendant positions, the Laurens County Sheriff’s Office announced recently. Shelter attendants handle the daily care of…
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Pawleys Island Music Festival of Music & Art announces CeCe Teneal’s
August 23, 2026
Tickets are officially on sale for the Pawleys Island Festival of Music & Art’s highly anticipated concert event, CeCe Teneal’s Divas of Soul, taking place Saturday, October 17, 2026, at…
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Global health event highlights South Carolina’s growing role in life sciences
August 23, 2026U.S. Rep. Joe Wilson recognized by the Shot@Life campaign for his longtime leadership in supporting global polio eradication and Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance South Carolina’s growing role in global health…
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Kinder Morgan to host on-site hiring event at Georgetown Goodwill Career Opportunity Center
August 23, 2026
Kinder Morgan is hosting an exclusive hiring event this Thursday, August 27, from 1:00 to 4:00 pm at the Goodwill Career Opportunity Center, located at 1520 Highmarket St., Georgetown, SC.…
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VIA Health Partners seeking Upstate nurses for hospice house openings
August 23, 2026
VIA Health Partners is recruiting registered nurses for its hospice house in Clinton, adding staff at the inpatient facility as the nonprofit continues to grow across the Upstate. The organization…
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Dirt on the strip: letting the dirt sleep (so you can too)
August 23, 2026
Putting the garden to bed (because Lord knows we need the break too). I’ve had folks stopping me left and right lately asking the same thing: “Barbara, what if I…
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Fountain Inn Chorale Celebrates State Heritage with Fall Concert ‘Together in Song’
August 23, 2026
Music lovers across the Golden Strip and the greater Upstate will have two opportunities to experience the rich sounds of local choral music this October as the Fountain Inn Chorale…
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Five Greenville County high schools rank among top 25 in state, according to U.S. News
August 23, 2026
Five Greenville County high schools have earned spots among the top 25 public high schools in South Carolina, according to the latest annual rankings published by U.S. News & World…
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Fountain Inn firefighter Chad Beam becomes first in department history to complete Executive Fire Officer program
August 23, 2026
The Fountain Inn Fire Department has reached a major milestone as Chad Beam officially graduated from the prestigious Executive Fire Officer (EFO) Program through the National Fire Academy, becoming the…
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Rural Upstate county votes to defund Flock license plate readers as surveillance debate heats up
August 23, 2026
In what marks a potential statewide first, an Upstate county council has voted to pull municipal funding for Flock Safety automated license plate reader (ALPR) cameras, spotlighting a nationwide debate…
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Proposed Fox Creek Estates subdivision on East Georgia Road draws community opposition
August 23, 2026
A proposed 42-lot residential development along East Georgia Road is facing pushback from neighboring residents concerned about traffic congestion, environmental impact, and wastewater infrastructure ahead of an upcoming Greenville County…
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Simpsonville Arts Center to host ‘Murder at the Masquerade’ benefit dinner
August 23, 2026
Mystery and theatrical intrigue are coming to the Golden Strip this October as the Simpsonville Arts Center prepares to host “Murder at the Masquerade,” an interactive murder mystery dinner and…
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T-Motion Dance Studio to host Community Open House and Fall registration
August 23, 2026
As local families gear up for the upcoming school year, T-Motion Dance Studio is opening its doors to prospective dancers and parents with an Open House and fall registration event…
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Voters head to the polls Tuesday in Republican Senate runoff
August 23, 2026
South Carolina Republicans will settle a U.S. Senate nomination Tuesday, Aug. 25, when Sen. Darline Graham and U.S. Rep. Ralph Norman meet in a special primary runoff. Polls will be…
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Voters head to the polls Tuesday in Republican Senate runoff
August 23, 2026
South Carolina Republicans will settle a U.S. Senate nomination Tuesday, Aug. 25, when Sen. Darline Graham and U.S. Rep. Ralph Norman meet in a special primary runoff. Polls will be…
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August yard and garden tips from Clemson Extension
August 23, 2026
The Clemson University Cooperative Extension Service has released its August yard and garden calendar, offering Upstate homeowners and gardeners a guide to seasonal pests, diseases and planting windows. Lawns Warm…
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Extra doe tag added to South Carolina hunters’ base set this deer season
August 23, 2026
South Carolina hunters who pulled their deer tags out of the mailbox this summer found one more antlerless tag than in years past, and the state Department of Natural Resources…
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Guardian ad Litem program seeks volunteers to advocate for abused and neglected children
August 23, 2026
The South Carolina Cass Elias McCarter Guardian ad Litem Program is recruiting volunteers to serve as advocates for children who have experienced abuse or neglect. The next free virtual training…
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Near-total lunar eclipse to put on a late-night show over the Upstate
August 23, 2026
Stargazers across the Upstate will have a clear view next week when Earth’s shadow slides across the face of the full moon in what astronomers are calling a deep partial…
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Anchor Investment Management, LLC announces leadership promotions
August 21, 2026
Anchor Investment Management, LLC, a Columbia-based wealth management firm, has announced three leadership promotions as the firm marks 25 years of serving clients. Laura Culler has been promoted to chief…
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Indie Craft Parade announces presenting sponsor for 2026
August 21, 2026
The 17th Annual Indie Craft Parade presented by Bonnie Christine’s Artisan Educator will be held September 11-13, 2026 at the historic Judson Mill. Indie Craft Parade was created for Greenville,…
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USC to launch Nuclear Innovation Center
August 21, 2026
As South Carolina’s population and economy continue to grow, the expansion of secure and affordable energy solutions is critical to the state’s future prosperity. With renewed federal investment and private-sector…
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Rose Buyck Newton elected USC Board of Trustees chair
August 21, 2026
The University of South Carolina Board of Trustees elected Rose Buyck Newton as its new chairwoman on Friday (Aug. 21). She was elected to the USC Board of Trustees in 2018 and…
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Beyond the Glass: The Day Trip That Actually Silenced My Entire Backseat
August 21, 2026
By Barbara LeForge, Golden Strip News Editor If you have a herd of kids spanning the chaotic gap between kindergarten and the pre-teen eye-roll phase (ages 5 to 12 in…
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Anderson Brothers Bank announces promotion of Katlin Sawyer to Vice President/Senior Deposit Officer
August 21, 2026
Anderson Brothers Bank is pleased to announce the promotion of Katlin Sawyer to Vice President/Senior Deposit Officer. Sawyer will be based at the Conway Administrative building, located at 424 Main…
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Support youth sailing and win a classic 1979 Chris-Craft Tournament Fisherman
August 21, 2026
The South Carolina Maritime Museum is giving boating enthusiasts and maritime supporters an exciting opportunity to own a piece of coastal history while directly investing in the next generation of…
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Red Moon Rising: Your front-row seat to August’s midnight lunar show
August 21, 2026
Skywatchers in the Eastern Time Zone are in for a celestial treat as a “blood moon”—a deep reddish hue caused by a lunar eclipse—prepares to grace the night sky. Here’s…
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St. James Health & Wellness and SC Cancer Alliance to host Prostate Cancer Awareness event in Andrews
August 21, 2026
In recognition of September as Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, St. James Health and Wellness and the South Carolina Cancer Alliance are partnering to host an educational community luncheon focused on…
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Two at Parker Law Group honored in 2027 “Best Lawyers in America”
August 21, 2026
Two attorneys at Parker Law Group are highlighted in the 2027 edition of Best Lawyers in America® and its companion publication, Best Lawyers®: Ones to Watch in America. Attorney Austin…
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Bill Metzger honored as a 2027 Lawyer of the Year by Best Lawyers
August 21, 2026
Bill Metzger, a member of Robinson Gray law firm, has been named the 2027 Lawyer of the Year for Columbia in the area of Banking and Finance Law by The…
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Rob Tyson named a Lawyer of the Year by Best Lawyers for 2027
August 21, 2026
Rob Tyson, a member of Robinson Gray law firm, has been named the 2027 Lawyer of the Year for Columbia in the area of Administrative and Regulatory Law by The…
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Chamber’s State of Our Community to bring local leaders together Sept. 1
August 21, 2026
The Georgetown County Chamber of Commerce will bring together government and community leaders for its annual State of Our Community on Tuesday, Sept. 1, at 8:30 a.m. at Winyah Auditorium…
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Mauldin Cultural Center to host 16th Annual SOOIE. BBQ Cook-Off Sept. 11 & 12
August 20, 2026
Two-day event to feature more than 20 cookers, live music and Kids Zone The Mauldin Cultural Center is gearing up for another epic pig-out with the 16th annual SOOIE. BBQ…
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Catch the Action: Major League Fishing’s premier championships head to TV this Saturday
August 20, 2026
Whether you’re gearing up for a weekend on the Waccamaw River or heading out into the coastal waters around Georgetown, bass anglers throughout South Carolina have a good reason to…
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Dr. Troy Hall recognized as a Visionary Entrepreneur by MSN.com for transforming workplace culture
August 20, 2026Dr. Troy, founder and creator of the Cohesion Culture™ framework, has been recognized as one of the “Top Visionary Entrepreneurs Shaping the Future in 2026” by MSN.com. The national recognition…
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Congaree Land Trust welcomes two new members to board of directors
August 20, 2026Congaree Land Trust (CLT) welcomed two new members to its board of directors: Margaret Ellen Pender and Warren Duncan. Both join the board with a shared love of the outdoors…
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Ellison Kibler advisors named to Forbes | Shook “Best-in-State Next-Gen Wealth Advisors” 2026 list
August 20, 2026
Ellison Kibler announced that two of its advisors have been recognized on the 2026 Forbes | SHOOK “Best-in-State Next-Generation Wealth Advisors” list, published on August 11, 2026, and based on…
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ScanSource to acquire MicroAge, a leading IT solutions integrator
August 20, 2026
Adds higher-margin capabilities and expands ScanSource’s reach in strategic growth technologies, including cloud, cybersecurity, data center, and AI ScanSource, Inc. (NASDAQ: SCSC), a leading technology distributor uniquely positioned to address…
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Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd attorneys recognized by Best Lawyers®
August 20, 2026
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd announced that Best Lawyers®, a legal peer-review guide, has selected 19 attorneys in the Charleston office for inclusion in The 2027 Best Lawyers in America®, including one…
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Beach Commercial expands sales division with new hire
August 20, 2026
Beach Commercial, LLC, Charleston’s leading commercial brokerage firm specializing in leasing and investment sales, announced the latest addition to the firm’s growing sales team. Robert Swanson joins Beach Commercial as…
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Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd attorneys recognized by Best Lawyers®
August 20, 2026
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd announced that Best Lawyers®, a legal peer-review guide, has selected 25 attorneys in the Columbia office for inclusion in The 2027 Best Lawyers in America®, including three…
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BMW Group completes $1.7 billion U.S. investment and premieres all new BMW X5 at ‘Home of X’ event in Spartanburg
August 20, 2026At the end of June 2026, BMW Group announced that it had completed its $1.7 billion investment in South Carolina, finishing the expansion of BMW Manufacturing’s Plant Spartanburg and construction…
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Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd attorneys recognized by Best Lawyers®
August 20, 2026
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd announced that Best Lawyers®, a legal peer-review guide, has selected 33 attorneys in the Greenville office for inclusion in The 2027 Best Lawyers in America®, including three…
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New $250K federal grant expands wargaming at The Citadel
August 20, 2026The Citadel has received a $250,000 federal grant to establish the Intelligence Futures and Judgment Lab, expanding the college’s use of wargaming and simulated national security exercises. The grant from…
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Charleston City Council approves agreement to address flooding on the East Side
August 20, 2026
The Eastern side of the Peninsula is set to get some much-needed relief from persistent flooding problems after Charleston City Council approved a Stormwater Pipe License Agreement with the South Carolina State Ports Authority on Aug.…
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Four CCSD high schools named among South Carolina’s Top 10 by U.S. News & World Report
August 20, 2026
U.S. News & World Report released its annual Best High Schools rankings this week, and Charleston County School District (CCSD) announced that four CCSD high schools rank among the Top…
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Smith Robinson honored in 2027 “Best Lawyers in America”
August 20, 2026
Thirteen attorneys at SMITH | ROBINSON are honored in the latest edition of Best Lawyers in America® and its companion publication, earning recognition for their work across a dozen different…
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Best Lawyers honors 33 Robinson Gray attorneys in 2027 edition
August 20, 2026
Best Lawyers in America® is recognizing 33 Robinson Gray attorneys for 2027, with 27 from the firm named to the main list and six to its “Ones to Watch” list.…
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9 Morton & Gettys attorneys included in latest “Best Lawyers”
August 20, 2026
Nine Morton & Gettys attorneys are highlighted across a dozen practice areas in the latest edition of “Best Lawyers in America®” and its companion piece, “Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch.”…
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