SC Chamber announces 2019 Business Award Winners
October 19, 2019
The South Carolina Chamber of Commerce recently announced the slate of 2019 award winners to be honored at the Chamber’s 40th Annual Summit: Business Leader of the Year: Mr. Joe Blanchard, President,…
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Colliers International | South Carolina and LCK offices pledge $86,445 for United Way
October 19, 2019
Colliers and LCK offices across South Carolina pioneer a statewide United Way United Colliers campaign Colliers International | South Carolina and LCK staff and associates have pledged $86,445 in contributions…
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South State Bank hires experienced lawyer and financial advisor for Greenville Private Wealth Team
October 19, 2019
South State Bank announced Joe Beach, wealth advisor, has joined the company’s Private Wealth team. Beach comes to South State with an extensive knowledge of estate planning, business planning and…
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Scholarship named for Spartanburg chiropractor John H. Porter, Jr.
October 18, 2019Sherman College President Dr. Edwin Cordero (center) and faculty member Dr. John H. Porter, Jr. (right), present Charles Thomas Tucker, III (left) with the college’s first Porter Scholarship. Local…
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Sylvan Learning Center awards teacher of the month
October 18, 2019
Karen Weinberg has been named Sylvan Learning Center’s teacher of the month. Weinberg began her involvement with the Sylvan’s Greenville location in March of 2014. Equipped with a bachelor’s degree…
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Clemson rises in national rankings of America’s best architecture and design schools
October 16, 2019
The School of Architecture at Clemson University has been named one of “America’s Best Architecture and Design Schools” by DesignIntelligence. In addition, three Clemson faculty members were named among only 29…
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Rebuild Upstate received $7,500 from the Countybank Foundation
October 16, 2019The Countybank Foundation recently made a major donation of volunteer time and funds to Rebuild Upstate. Countybank and Greenwood Capital employees did a blitz repair of three houses in Anderson,…
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2019 Prisma Health Boo in the Zoo Begins Friday
October 16, 2019
Prisma Health Boo in the Zoo, the Greenville Zoo’s signature Halloween event, takes place October 18-20 & 25-27. Event hours are 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Fridays and 3…
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How to Become an ExPat Entrepreneur: A Primer for How to Start a Business in the Upstate
October 16, 2019
Calling all expats! Were you a business owner in your home country? Wondering how to build a business here? World Affairs Council Upstate and the Kim & Lahey Law Firm present…
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First Community Corporation announces third quarter results and cash dividend third quarter highlights
October 16, 2019
Highlights Net income of $2.898 million. Diluted EPS of $0.39 per common share. Net loan growth of $8.4 million during the quarter, an annualized growth rate of 4.6%. Pure deposit…
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South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics to host open house for prospective students
October 16, 2019
The Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics (GSSM) is hosting a Preview Day for prospective high school sophomores and their families on Saturday, October 19, 2019 from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00…
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Dr. Warren Cook receives lifetime achievement award
October 16, 2019
The South Carolina chapter of the American Choral Directors Association (SCACDA) presented Dr. Warren Cook, director of choral activities at Bob Jones University, with the Lifetime Achievement Award at the…
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Rebuild Upstate hires new Community Engagement Specialist
October 16, 2019
Abby Watson has relocated her passion for answering the needs of the local community to Greenville through her new position with Rebuild Upstate. As Rebuild Upstate’s Community Engagement Specialist, Watson…
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Fluor Foundation scholarships help Quick Jobs students
October 16, 2019The Fluor Foundation recently donated $25,000 to the Greenville Tech Foundation to be used as scholarship assistance for students participating in the Quick Jobs with a Future program. The Quick…
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Duke Energy Carolinas partners with Anderson County battery storage project
October 15, 2019
Duke Energy Carolinas is partnering with Anderson County to build an energy storage project at the Anderson Civic Center that will be part of the company’s long-term strategy to integrate…
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Clemson field tours to show alternatives to using invasive species for erosion control
October 15, 2019While most born below the Mason-Dixon line are quite familiar with the notorious plant known as “the vine that ate the South,” fewer are aware of the cautionary tale kudzu…
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Thomas Gully joins the North Pleasantburg Drive office of C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS
October 15, 2019
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announced that Thomas Gully has joined the company’s North Pleasantburg Drive office as a sales associate. Thomas Gully is a second-generation Greenville resident…
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City seeking residents’ input on neighborhood park
October 15, 2019
The City of Greenville Parks & Recreation Department has developed a survey to help determine how residents currently use Kiwanis Park (2 Old Augusta Rd) and gather input on the…
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Spartan Motors, Inc. launching operations in Charleston County
October 15, 2019
Investment Creating More Than 300 New Jobs Spartan Motors, Inc., a leader in fleet, work truck and specialty service vehicle manufacturing, is establishing operations in Charleston County. The $1.15 million investment…
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Bon Secours is Hiring
October 15, 2019
DRIVEN BY GRACE, POWERED BY YOUR EXPERIENCES – Discover a career at Bon Secours where you can truly be you Everyone that works at Bon Secours is called to make a difference…
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Top Grossing Movies – October 14, 2019
October 14, 2019
Theatrical grosses from comScore Week of 10/11/2019 to 10/17/2019 Rank Title Weeks Weekend Gross Cumulative 1 Joker 2 $55,861,403 $193,590,190 2 The Addams Family 1 $30,300,007 $30,300,007 3 Gemini Man…
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Cherith Norman Chalet named 2019 Alumnus of the Year
October 14, 2019
Cherith Norman Chalet, a 1998 Bob Jones University graduate, was recognized as the 2019 Alumnus of the Year at BJU’s Homecoming Kickoff Ceremony Friday, Oct. 11, in Founder’s Memorial Amphitorium.…
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Stop naming things after politicians
October 14, 2019
By Richard Eckstrom, S.C. Comptroller They’re a staple of the incumbent politician’s toolkit: the countless recognitions, resolutions, proclamations, ribbon-cuttings, and photo-ops which are more ceremonial than anything else, but which…
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United Way of Greenville County hires Michelle Shain as OnTrack Greenville interim Executive Director
October 11, 2019
United Way of Greenville County has hired Michelle Shain as interim executive director of OnTrack Greenville, a community initiative to ensure students stay on track toward high school graduation and…
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Larry Smith joins Tri-County Technical College’s Commission
October 11, 2019
Tri-County Technical College’s Commissioners welcomed a new member to the governing board at a bi-monthly meeting October 7. Larry A. Smith, retired plant manager for Schneider Electric in Seneca, attended…
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Greenville Tech Foundation honors Dodie Anderson, the Jolley Foundation, and Lockheed Martin
October 11, 2019Left to Right: Dr. Keith Miller, president, Greenville Technical College; Mike Fox, Greenville site director and general manager, Lockheed Martin; Duff Bruce, Jolley Foundation trustee; Jolley Christman, Jolley Foundation trustee;…
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Rebuild Upstate received $7,500 from the Countybank Foundation
October 11, 2019
The Countybank Foundation recently made a major donation of volunteer time and funds to Rebuild Upstate. Countybank and Greenwood Capital employees did a blitz repair of three houses in Anderson,…
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South Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association announces Upstate Hospitality Award winners
October 10, 2019
The South Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association (SCRLA) announced the winners for the 7th Annual Upstate Hospitality Awards, celebrating the exceptional professionalism and outstanding service of top individuals in the…
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SeamonWhiteside selected to play role in two community-shaping projects
October 10, 2019
SeamonWhiteside, local landscape architecture and civil engineering firm, has been selected to play a role in yet two more community-shaping projects. SeamonWhiteside has been selected to provide design services for…
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Former IBM executive joins Ellipsis Technologies as Senior Vice President – Strategic Partnerships
October 9, 2019
Ellipsis Technologies today announced the addition of Harry Zolides to the Ellipsis team. Harry will immediately assume the role of Senior Vice President – Strategic Partnerships offering the company guidance…
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Countybank adds new associate to Greer market team
October 9, 2019
Jack Lucas joins Countybank as SVP, Senior Commercial Banker Countybank welcomed Jack Lucas as Senior Vice President, Senior Commercial Banker in Greer. Lucas comes to Countybank with more than 30…
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Local kids art studio celebrates one year anniversary
October 9, 2019
KidCreate Studio in Greer is announcing their one year anniversary celebration. This week, Monday, October 7th through Saturday, October 12th stop in to spin the wheel for a chance to…
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Update on SC 20 Bridge Deck replacement project in Greenville County
October 9, 2019The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) has the following update concerning the SC 20 bridge deck replacement project over the Norfolk Southern and CSX railroads in Greenville County: A…
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RPM Foundation supports scholarships for Auto Body Repair students through gift to Greenville Tech Foundation
October 9, 2019Six Auto Body Repair students at Greenville Technical College have received $1,000 scholarships thanks to a gift to the Greenville Tech Foundation. The support comes from the RPM Foundation, which…
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Mashburn Construction breaks ground on new mixed-use development in Greenville
October 9, 2019
On October 9th, Mashburn Construction and The Beach Company officially broke ground for a new large-scale mixed-use development in downtown Greenville. The “Canvas Lofts” development is strategically placed on the…
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Final year for Home Run For Healthy Kids®
October 9, 2019The Junior League of Greenville’s Signature Community Event to Run October 24-25 The Junior League of Greenville, Inc., (JLG) announces the final year of Home Run for Healthy Kids ®…
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United Community Bank Senior Care Lending grows under new leadership
October 9, 2019
United Community Bank has promoted Dennis Rowlen to Team Leader of its Senior Care Lending Group. Rowlen has been with United since the launch of its Senior Care Lending division…
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Whistleblower Protections and Retaliation Risks
October 9, 2019
By David Dubberly Whistleblower issues are in the news, mainly because a U.S. intelligence officer recently filed a complaint against President Trump under the Intelligence Community Whistleblower Protection Act (ICWPA). …
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The Charter Institute at Erskine experiment is working: SC Report Card data shows charter school growth
October 8, 2019
In 2017, the Charter Institute at Erskine (Institute) was established by Erskine College as a charter school authorizer to improve public education across the state of South Carolina. After only…
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Brand new live music series coming to Barnet Park
October 8, 2019
A new entertainment experience is coming to Downtown Spartanburg this fall. “Bands and Beats at Barnet Park” is the latest programming experience in Spartanburg’s Downtown Cultural District, in partnership with…
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Tri-County’s Medical Assisting Program granted full, continuing accreditation by CAAHEP
October 8, 2019
Tri-County Technical College’s Medical Assisting program has been granted full, continuing accreditation through fall 2028 by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP). This is the maximum…
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VentureSouth closes Angel Fund III at record pace
October 8, 2019
VentureSouth announced that it has closed its third sidecar investment fund, the VentureSouth Angel Fund III, at a record pace, reaching its maximum target size of $5 million. Raised during…
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Spartanburg Water announces promotion in Wastewater Treatment – Maintenance Department
October 8, 2019
Spartanburg Water announced the promotion of John Harris to the position of Wastewater Treatment Maintenance Coordinator for the Wastewater Treatment Division of the organization. In his new role, John will…
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Veterans receive a complimentary visit November 12-14 at Sherman’s Chiropractic Health Center
October 8, 2019
On November 12-14, in celebration of Veteran’s Day, the Sherman College Chiropractic Health Center will offer a complimentary visit to all veterans of the U.S. Air Force, Army, Marines, Navy,…
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Greenville Technical College receives OSHA grant to improve construction training
October 8, 2019
Greenville Technical College (GTC) has been selected as a recipient of a $111,885 Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Susan Harwood Training Grant Program award. Recipients of these grants deliver…
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M. Bond Freeman joins the Augusta Road office of Dan Joyner, REALTORS
October 8, 2019
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announced that M. Bond Freeman has joined the company’s Augusta Road office as a sales associate. A South Carolina native, Freeman enjoys college…
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Infinity Marketing hires three fall interns
October 8, 2019
Infinity Marketing, a full-service marketing agency in the Upstate, is pleased to welcome Bridgett Hicks, Elizabeth Weimer and Kay Varnado as interns for the fall, strengthening the team’s abilities and…
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A&R Logistics, Inc. establishing operations in Berkeley County
October 8, 2019
$60 Million Investment Creating Over 60 Jobs A&R Logistics, Inc., a leading supply chain services company providing dry bulk transportation, warehousing, packaging, third-party logistics (3PL) and export solutions to the…
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Public Education Partners hires Schumacher to serve as CEO
October 8, 2019
Public Education Partners (PEP), Greenville County’s only nonprofit focused solely on improving K–12 public education, has hired Catherine Schumacher to serve as President & CEO, effective November 4, 2019. “PEP…
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Top Grossing Movies – October 7, 2019
October 7, 2019
Theatrical grosses from comScore Week of 10/04/2019 to 10/10/2019 Rank Title Weeks Weekend Gross Cumulative 1 Joker 1 $96,202,337 $96,202,337 2 Abominable 2 $11,921,855 $37,754,970 3 Downton Abbey 3…
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