Spartanburg Community College President Henry C. Giles, Jr., announces retirement
January 28, 2020
Spartanburg Community College President Henry C. Giles, Jr., announced his retirement at the January meeting of the Spartanburg County Commission for Technical and Community Education, effective June 30, 2020. For…
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Top Grossing Movies – January 27, 2020
January 27, 2020
Theatrical grosses from comScore Week of 01/24/2020 to 01/30/2020 Rank Title Weeks Weekend Gross Cumulative 1 Bad Boys For Life 2 $34,011,714 $120,655,879 2 1917 5 $15,916,580 $103,999,889 3…
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‘First of its kind’ hotel in downtown Clemson coming to life
January 27, 2020
Clemson, S.C. — The newest upscale boutique hotel is coming to life in Clemson, South Carolina. Mashburn Construction broke ground on the new building on November 14, 2019. Since then, Mashburn…
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Greenville Theatre announces sensational 94th season
January 27, 2020
Greenville Theatre donors, sponsors, and advertisers were treated to a musical ‘season reveal’ at the annual announcement party on January 26. Executive Artistic Director Allen McCalla thanked the attendees for their…
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Courtney Hughey joins the Easley office of C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS
January 27, 2020
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announced that Courtney Hughey has joined the company’s Easley office as a sales associate. Born and raised in the Carolinas, Hughey comes from…
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2020 Upstate Home and Garden Expo set for February 7-9
January 27, 2020
The 2020 Upstate Home and Garden Expo, presented by the Home Builders Association of Anderson, will take place from Friday, February 7 through Sunday, February 9 at the Anderson Civic…
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Immedion announces new members of managed services team in Spartanburg
January 27, 2020
Immedion LLC, a premiere provider of cloud, data center and managed IT services, announced the addition of Ted Riley and Justin Richey to their Managed Services team in Spartanburg. In…
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GaffneyLewis attorney, Nashiba Boyd, receives AV Preeminent® rating from Martindale-Hubbell®
January 27, 2020
GaffneyLewis, LLC is pleased to announce that attorney Nashiba Boyd has received the AV Preeminent® rating from the Martindale-Hubbell® legal rating service. A litigation attorney, Boyd represents companies and some…
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Moseley Marcinak Law Group continues expansion with addition of two attorneys in Greenville office
January 27, 2020Moseley Marcinak Law Group LLP, a nationally recognized transportation and logistics firm continues to grow with the addition of D. Lesesne Phillips and J. Alex Timmons to their Greenville, South…
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Parker Sewer and Fire Subdistrict appoints officers for the next two years
January 27, 2020
The Commissioners of Parker Sewer and Fire Subdistrict unanimously reappointed its officers to guide the agency’s vision and services for the next two years. The officers are M. Alan Kay…
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Quattlebaums become Cornerstone Partners, naming Outdoor Education Center
January 27, 2020
Don and Hayden Quattlebaum’s vision for Clemson University is one that provides inclusiveness, assistance and impact across the state. In support of this vision and in memory of their son…
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South State and CenterState to combine in merger of equals to create leading southeast regional bank
January 27, 2020
Merger Creates the 8th Largest Bank Headquartered in the Southeast WINTER HAVEN, FL & COLUMBIA, SC – CenterState Bank Corporation, the parent company of CenterState Bank, and South State Corporation,…
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GTC Student Nurses’ Association wins six state awards
January 26, 2020
Greenville Technical College’s Student Nurses’ Association (SNA) won six awards at its annual state convention held Jan. 10-12 in Columbia. The student organization representing the college’s Nursing program was recognized…
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Bon Secours receives comprehensive Stroke Center designation
January 26, 2020
The Bon Secours St. Francis Cerebrovascular and Stroke Center have achieved the Comprehensive Stroke Center designation. Offered by the Joint Commission, in collaboration with the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association,…
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South Carolina voting rights under the axe
January 25, 2020
By Chuck Saylors SCSBA President and Greenville County Schools Board Member In America, choosing our government is a sacred right and duty. Our vote is our voice, guaranteeing that we…
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Dana Garris joins the Woodruff at Five Forks office of C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS
January 24, 2020
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announced that Dana Garris has joined the company’s Woodruff at Five Forks office as a sales associate. As a Greenville native, Garris has…
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Furman English Professor Joni Tevis awarded NEA Fellowship
January 24, 2020
Joni Tevis, the Bennette E. Geer Associate Professor of English at Furman University, has been awarded a 2020 Creative Writing Fellowship from the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA). The…
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David Eubanks named to U.S. Department of Education committee
January 24, 2020
David Eubanks, assistant vice president of Assessment and Institutional Effectiveness at Furman University, has been appointed to the National Advisory Committee on Institutional Quality and Integrity (NACIQI) of the U.S.…
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EarthWise Pet Supply presents $2,326 to Greenville County Animal Care
January 24, 2020EarthWise Pet Supply, a locally owned and operated pet store offering all natural pet food, presented $2,326 to Greenville County Animal Care to cover costs associated with heartworm treatment program…
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Danny Joyner selected to become Riley Fellow
January 24, 2020
Danny Joyner of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS joins other leaders selected from across the Upstate and surrounding area to participate in the Riley Institute at Furman’s 29th…
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High Spirits Hospitality honors employees
January 24, 2020
High Spirits Hospitality — the parent company of Liquid Catering, The Old Cigar Warehouse, Bravo1 Protection and High Spirits Events – recently honored its employees during its annual anniversary celebration.…
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The Hubbell Foundation donates $20,000 to Make-A-Wish® South Carolina
January 24, 2020
Make-A-Wish® South Carolina is the chosen recipient of a major gift from The Harvey Hubbell Foundation, the charitable arm of Hubbell Incorporated, parent company of Greenville-based Hubbell Lighting and Columbia-based…
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Aires recognizes Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS for 2019 Customer Satisfaction
January 24, 2020
Aires hosted the Sixth Annual Aires Broker Network Summit, “The Architecture of Relocation; Building with Integrity,” at the historic Omni William Penn Hotel in Pittsburgh, PA November 19-21, 2019. At…
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Two former journalists join NP Strategy
January 24, 2020
Kara Gormley Meador and Casey Watson Expand NPS+ Client Services NP Strategy adds more than two decades of journalism experience to the strategic communication firm’s bench with the addition…
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Lowcountry Center for Educational Leadership’s launch announced
January 23, 2020
Tri-County Cradle to Career Collaborative (TCCC) and the Low Country Education Consortium (LCEC), a collaboration of superintendents from the tri-county region’s four school districts, are pleased to announce the launch…
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Greenville’s limited premiere engagement plays Feb. 12-23 at the Peace Center
January 23, 2020
Casting has been announced for the Greenville engagement of Disney’s Aladdin. The hit Broadway musical will begin performances in Greenville at the Peace Center on Wednesday, Feb. 12 for a limited, two-week engagement…
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Colliers International | South Carolina marketing staff earn Commercial Property Marketing Certification
January 23, 2020
Four members of the Colliers International | South Carolina marketing team have earned the Commercial Property Marketing Certification (CPMC) from Colliers University: Elizabeth Turner, Molly Hughes, Cate Smolinsky and Hannah…
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Lima One Capital appoints Josh Craig as Chief Revenue Officer
January 23, 2020
Lima One Capital, the nation’s premier lender for real estate investors, has expanded its executive leadership team and appointed industry veteran Josh Craig as its Chief Revenue Officer. In this…
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Greenville Technical College hires academic program director and professor for state’s first bachelor’s degree at a technical college
January 23, 2020Greenville Technical College’s Bachelor in Applied Science in Advanced Manufacturing Technology was launched last fall. With this degree, South Carolina has joined at least 22 states where policies authorize two-year…
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United Way of Greenville County board of directors adds seven new members in 2020
January 23, 2020Seven community leaders will join United Way of Greenville County’s board of directors this month, beginning a three-year term of service on the governing body of the largest poverty fighting…
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Immedion names Monty Blight Vice President of Sales
January 23, 2020
Immedion LLC, a premiere provider of cloud, data center and managed IT services, announced the hiring of Monty Blight as Vice President of Sales. In his new role, Monty will…
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AVX Corporation announces preliminary third quarter results
January 23, 2020
FOUNTAIN INN, SC – AVX Corporation (NYSE: AVX) reported preliminary unaudited results for the third quarter ended December 31, 2019. Chief Executive Officer and President, John Sarvis, stated, “We completed…
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Top Grossing Movies – January 22, 2020
January 23, 2020
Theatrical grosses from comScore Week of 01/17/2020 to 01/23/2020 Rank Title Weeks Week Gross Cumulative 1 Bad Boys For Life 1 $73,033,944 $73,033,944 2 Dolittle 1 $28,301,930 $28,301,930 3 1917…
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The Woodhouse Day Spa to open in Greenville
January 23, 2020
Woodhouse Day Spa, the ultimate, full service, luxury day spa is set to open in Magnolia Park shopping center in Greenville, South Carolina on Friday, January 24. With 68 independent…
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State of the State Address – January 2020
January 23, 2020
As Prepared for Delivery by Governor Henry McMaster Wednesday, January 22, 2020 The State House, Columbia, S.C. Mr. Speaker, Mr. President, ladies and gentlemen of the General Assembly, constitutional…
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Cely Construction contracted to turn Smokin’ Blues BBQ Food Truck into a brick and mortar restaurant
January 22, 2020
Cely Construction Company Inc. announced that they have been selected by Smokin’ Blues BBQ to provide construction services for their Greenville, SC location on 1312 Stallings Road. This delectable food…
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Vulcan Materials Company and industry partners raise more than $66,000 for Tri-County’s Heavy Equipment program
January 22, 2020
Last fall Vulcan Materials Company spearheaded efforts to raise more than $66,000 to support Tri-County Technical College’s Heavy Equipment Operator training program. Vulcan, in conjunction with 50 industry partners across…
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GSP announces roadway work, enhanced parking options
January 22, 2020
The Greenville-Spartanburg Airport Commission has approved plans to provide additional parking capacity for travelers at Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport (GSP.) The multi-phase construction project will begin in late January 2020 and…
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ScanSource named to FORTUNE Magazine’s list of World’s Most Admired Companies for fourth consecutive year
January 22, 2020
GREENVILLE, SC – ScanSource, Inc., a leading global provider of technology products and solutions, has been named to FORTUNE magazine’s 2020 list of World’s Most Admired Companies, marking the fourth…
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Central Carolina Community Foundation accepting scholarship applications for 2020-2021 school year
January 22, 2020
More than 190 scholarship opportunities totaling $500,000+ are available to students Central Carolina Community Foundation is now accepting scholarship applications through March 5, 2020, for the 2020-2021 school year. More…
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Colliers International Dealmakers: Recent purchases, sales, leases and investments in South Carolina
January 22, 2020
Charleston / Columbia / Greenville / Spartanburg, SC – Colliers International | South Carolina announced the following recently completed commercial real estate transactions from our offices across the state:…
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United Community Banks, Inc. reports fourth quarter results
January 22, 2020
United Community Banks, Inc. announced its fourth quarter financial results, including strong year-over-year loan and deposit growth, operating efficiency and asset quality. Diluted earnings per share were $0.61, an increase…
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BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina employees give in a major way
January 22, 2020
Employees help support charitable organizations through donations and volunteer service BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina employees donate generously to causes they care about and volunteer thousands of hours to support communities…
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South Carolina celebrates successful transition to new electronic WIC cards
January 21, 2020
Thousands of families across the state currently using eWIC The S.C. Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) today held a special event to celebrate the completion of the statewide…
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Greenville Technical Charter High School to receive national grant
January 21, 2020
Greenville Technical Charter High School (GTCHS) is one of 17 schools in the United States selected by American Airlines to receive a Flight Education Grant. The grant will fund equipment…
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Tri-County Technical College’s Associate Degree Nursing students receive Community Health Project Award
January 21, 2020
Tri-County Technical College’s Associate Degree Nursing students received the Community Health Project Award at the 68th Annual Student Nurses Association (SNA)-SC Convention in Columbia. This award goes to the SNA-SC…
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Lima One Capital expands its downtown headquarters
January 21, 2020
Lima One Capital recently added 6,500 square feet of office space to its downtown Greenville headquarters to allow the specialty loan firm to continue its significant growth. Founded in 2011,…
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Encompass Health to construct 40-bed inpatient rehabilitation hospital in Greenville
January 21, 2020
Encompass Health Corp. (NYSE: EHC) announced its plans to build a freestanding, 40-bed inpatient rehabilitation hospital in Greenville, South Carolina on the corner of Laurens Road and Dallas Road. Complementing…
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Marchant Real Estate welcomes new agent
January 21, 2020
In its continued commitment to serving the Upstate community as a leader within the real estate industry, Marchant Real Estate announced the addition of Carley Riggs to their team of…
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Integrated marketing agency, BRIGHT+CO, earns Women’s Business Enterprise Certification
January 21, 2020
WBENC certification recognizes agency as woman-owned minority business BRIGHT+CO Marketing, a leading national integrated marketing firm, has earned national certification as a Women’s Business Enterprise by the Greater Women’s Business Council,…
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