Upcoming events for Riverbanks’ 50th anniversary
February 4, 2024
Riverbanks Zoo and Garden Approaches Major Milestone Celebrating 50 Years of Wildlife, Conservation and Family Fun Zoo’s Golden Anniversary Brings Golden Opportunities Riverbanks Zoo and Garden will mark a golden…
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Experience Columbia SC, Aliyah Boston announce tourism partnership
February 4, 2024
WNBA Rookie of the Year, University of South Carolina alum and former USC Women’s Basketball star Aliyah Boston and Experience Columbia SC announced a partnership to inspire travel to the…
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Palmetto Broadband Coalition unites providers to shape broadband future
February 4, 2024
The Palmetto Broadband Coalition, a consortium of well-established, locally owned broadband providers, announced its launch on Tuesday. This alliance is the most recent collaboration among providers, some with over 120…
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PC’s JEDI Division Adds New Hires for Jacobs Scholars Program and Accessible Education Series
February 3, 2024
Presbyterian College has hired two new staff members working in the college’s Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion division. Hope Coudayre, a social worker and certified life coach, is the new…
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“Law Talk” Sessions: Empowering Laurens County with Legal Insights
February 3, 2024
The Laurens County Public Library System, in partnership with the South Carolina Bar, presents a series of free “Law Talk” sessions. Covering crucial topics like first-time homebuyer financing, starting a…
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Crafting Love: Valentine’s Activities for All Ages at the Clinton Library
February 3, 2024
Give your loved ones more than a Valentine this holiday by crafting a special something at the Clinton Library. Little ones, ages 0-5, will decorate paper hearts at 5pm on…
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FTC order will require Blackbaud to delete unnecessary data, boost safeguards to settle charges its lax security practices led to data breach
February 2, 2024
FTC says company’s poor security allowed hacker to steal sensitive data of millions of consumers, go undetected for months South Carolina-based Blackbaud Inc. will be required to delete personal data…
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CAE welcomes over 1.2 million passengers, 2023 Year in Review
February 1, 2024
The numbers are in and the Columbia Metropolitan Airport is excited to share that the airport welcomed 1,234,487 million passengers in 2023 – inching closer to the highest number of passengers in over a…
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Dogwood State Bank to acquire Community First Bancorporation
February 1, 2024
RALEIGH, NC and SENECA, SC – Dogwood State Bank (OTC: DSBX) and Community First Bancorporation (OTC: CFOK) jointly announce the signing of a definitive merger agreement for Dogwood State Bank…
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Martus expands leadership team to meet growing demand for nonprofit budgeting and reporting solutions
February 1, 2024GREENVILLE, SC – Martus Solutions (Martus), a leading budgeting and reporting solution, announced the expansion of its executive leadership team to support the company’s growing portfolio of customers, partners, and…
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Novant Health celebrates long-term investment in South Carolina, welcomes 3 new hospitals
February 1, 2024
Acquisition of hospitals in Charleston, Hardeeville and Hilton Head extends Novant Health’s presence into South Carolina Novant Health is building upon its commitment to patients in South Carolina through its completed acquisition of three coastal hospitals…
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To Keep or To Give
February 1, 2024
By Amy Coward I can’t get rid of this bowl. I really don’t know why I’m so attached to it. It’s not very pretty – beige, plastic, divided down…
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Being Thankful – A Different View
February 1, 2024
By Jeff Becraft I did not write today’s Friday encouragement – it was sent to me by a friend of mine named Rick. It is from The Speaker’s Friend by Leonard…
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Folk Artist Leonard Jones
February 1, 2024
By Tom Poland Giving Old Tin New Life During my school days the yellow bus rolled me past chicken houses. In 1972, when I taught creative writing in Lincolnton,…
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CAE begins work on multi-year airport master plan, community input welcomed and encouraged
February 1, 2024
The Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) has begun work on a multi-year airport master plan project that will ultimately yield an introspective look at the airport’s current facilities, amenities and overall capacity to…
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Infinity Marketing’s Tony Williams honored among SC’s Most Influential of 2023
February 1, 2024
Tony Williams, the founder of Greenville, SC-based Infinity Marketing and an engaged community leader for more than three decades, has been honored among SC’s Most Influential people of 2023, a…
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MD Care Group celebrating 10 years as Virtual First Care leader
February 1, 2024
The formation of MD Care Group started over lunch between Chris Cole and a friend who ran an ambulance service. The friend told a story of sending an ambulance 40…
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Cayce business wins national award
February 1, 2024
Solutions for Living at Home Receives 2024 Best of Home Care® – Leader in Experience Award, Provider of Choice Award and Employer of Choice Award Solutions for Living at Home…
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Adam Morgan names Randy Page as congressional campaign manager
February 1, 2024
Fourth Congressional District Republican candidate and State Representative Adam Morgan announced today that Randy Page of Greenville will serve as campaign manager for his congressional bid. “Randy is an experienced,…
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Pvolve, an innovative holistic fitness studio, coming to the BullStreet District
February 1, 2024
Pvolve, the omni-channel fitness company with an innovative, science-led method that pairs functional movement with proprietary equipment, will open its first South Carolina studio in May 2024 at the BullStreet District.…
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It’s Giving Grace and Gospel Music: Soulful performances will celebrate Black History Month at Harbison Theatre!
February 1, 2024
Soulful performances will celebrate Black History Month at Harbison Theatre! John Lakin & Friends Sounds of Amazing Grace 7:30 PM | Saturday, February 10, 2024 Tickets: $25 A familiar favorite…
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Pvolve, an innovative holistic fitness studio, coming to the BullStreet District
February 1, 2024Pvolve, the omni-channel fitness company with an innovative, science-led method that pairs functional movement with proprietary equipment, will open its first South Carolina studio in May 2024 at the BullStreet District.…
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Colliers assists ATS Logistics Services Inc. in Downtown Greenville expansion with lease of new office space
February 1, 2024
Colliers’ office brokerage team members Bailey Tollison, Brantley Anderson, SIOR, CCIM and Taylor Allen, SIOR, CCIM represented ATS Logistics Services Inc. in the lease of ±10,193 square feet of office…
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Lou Hammond Group’s Charleston office announces senior-level promotions
February 1, 2024
Lou Hammond Group’s (LHG) Charleston office recently announced three promotions. Meg Lewis has been promoted from Vice President to Senior Vice President. With over a decade of tourism, economic development…
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SwordFest returns on Feb. 10 to the Relic Room
February 1, 2024
En garde! Swordfest is coming! And there’s little time left to draw your cold blade. It will be here on Saturday, Feb. 10! If you don’t know what SwordFest is,…
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Greenville Center for Creative Arts announces five new members on the Board of Directors
February 1, 2024
The Greenville Center for Creative Arts (GCCA) welcomed five distinguished individuals to its Board of Directors, each bringing a wealth of experience and a shared passion for advancing the arts…
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Bohemian Color Lounge Grand Opening Set for February 9 – Now Taking Appointments
January 31, 2024
Excitement is building as Sutton Field, a skilled stylist, prepares to open The Bohemian Color Lounge on February 9th at 108 N. Broad Street in Clinton. Join Sutton on February…
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Clinton High School Senior Anna Litzenberger: Embarking on a Naval Academy Journey
January 31, 2024
Clinton High School senior, Anna Litzenberger, has recently achieved a remarkable milestone in her academic journey—receiving an appointment to the United States Naval Academy (USNA). Anna’s accomplishment is not only…
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Career Opportunities Await in Laurens County School District 56
January 31, 2024
Laurens County School District 56 our vibrant district is gearing up for the 2024-2025 school year with enthusiasm and a commitment to excellence. With six schools under our wing, we…
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Richland School District Two released from state fiscal watch
January 31, 2024
On Thursday, January 25th the South Carolina State Department of Education (SCDE) announced that Richland School District Two has been released from state fiscal watch status. The Richland Two Fiscal…
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College Board Honors A.C. Flora High for AP Computer Science Female Diversity
January 31, 2024
A.C. Flora High School has been awarded the College Board’s AP Computer Science Female Diversity Award for achieving high female representation in AP Computer Science classes. A.C. Flora was one…
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Richland Library celebrates Black History Month
January 31, 2024
Observe African American History and Culture throughout February As Black History Month nears, Richland Library wants to highlight the achievements of African Americans across all mediums – including politics, education and the…
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Westwood High principal wins state awards for positive influence on interscholastic athletics
January 31, 2024
The South Carolina Athletic Administrator Association recently announced the recipients of its 2023-2024 awards. Westwood High School principal Robert Jackson is among the winners. Jackson was selected as the 4A…
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Magnet Centers selected as finalist for Palmetto’s Finest Award
January 31, 2024
The Center for Knowledge and Center for Knowledge North are among the finalists for the Palmetto’s Finest Award, one of the most coveted and respected awards among educators. The South…
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Bon Secours offers free diabetes prevention program
January 31, 2024
Registration open now for 6-week lifestyle change course Bon Secours has announced the next session of “Destination Health,” a six-week lifestyle change program aimed at helping people dealing with pre-diabetes…
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Bon Secours launches pain management program
January 31, 2024
Bon Secours St. Francis wants to put an end to your pain, so the health system is launching a pain management program to help patients who suffer from all types…
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More forests, farms, and green space protected by Upstate Forever in 2023
January 31, 2024
Organization worked with landowners, funders, and partners to facilitate permanent conservation easements on nearly 800 acres last year in Upstate South Carolina Local conservation nonprofit Upstate Forever announced that the…
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Stantec expands Transportation team in South Carolina
January 31, 2024
Stantec, a leading global design and engineering firm, has welcomed Chad Elledge as a Senior Roadway Engineer in its Columbia office. Elledge is a senior roadway engineer with over 19…
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Dorchester County Greenbelt Master Plan public input sessions
January 31, 2024
Dorchester County will be holding two upcoming in-person public engagement sessions designed to gather community input for the development of the Greenbelt Master Plan. A greenbelt is an undeveloped land…
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Summerville Elks Lodge No. 2719 supports The ARK of SC and its Alzheimer’s and Dementia Initiatives
January 31, 2024
The ARK of SC announces that the organization has received a generous $2,500 donation from the Summerville Elks Lodge No. 2719. The Summerville Elks Lodge confirmed its support for Alzheimer’s…
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Berkeley County approves $1 million for Tri-County Biological Science Center
January 31, 2024
Tri-County Biological Science Center to Alleviate Backlog in Criminal Investigations Berkeley County approved a $1,000,000 contribution toward the construction of a new Tri-County Biological Science Center for local forensic services. The…
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Berkeley County receives ‘Clean Report’ following 2023 audit
January 31, 2024
Best Possible Opinion Berkeley County received a ‘Clean Report’ or ‘Unmodified Opinion’ following a 2023 independent audit. The audit was presented to County Council on Monday, January 22, 2024, from the…
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Empower Charleston (formerly Social Venture Partners Charleston) announces 2024 nonprofit funding cycle
January 31, 2024
Empower Charleston will open the 2024 capacity-building grant cycle on February 5. The focus areas for this cycle include Education, Mental Health & Wellness, and Economic Mobility. Empower Charleston will…
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City of Charleston to host Peninsula Plan public forum
January 31, 2024
Charleston residents are encouraged to join a public forum on the Peninsula Plan to discover insights from its initial phase, “Listen and Learn,” and contribute thoughts on enhancing aspects such…
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Five new trustees join CSU Board of Trustees in January
January 31, 2024
Charleston Southern University is welcoming five new members to the Board of Trustees this month who will serve until December 2028. CSU President B. Keith Faulkner said, “We are delighted…
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Dining locally in Mount Pleasant benefits everyone in the community
January 31, 2024
The Mount Pleasant Chamber of Commerce (MPCC) and the Town of Mount Pleasant have joined forces once again. This time to encourage residents to support local restaurants and other food and beverage…
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McKissick launches public relations firm, Hollis Strategic Communications
January 31, 2024
Holly McKissick announced today the start of a new public relations firm based in Greenville, Hollis Strategic Communications (hollis-sc.com). Building on experience working in corporate communications for a global consumer…
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Jordyn Parker joins Colliers in Charleston as Office Manager
January 31, 2024
Jordyn Parker has joined Colliers | South Carolina’s office in Charleston as Office Manager. “We are excited to welcome Jordyn to our Colliers team,” said Jim Garrett, Market President of…
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Cypress Commercial & Investment Real Estate announces strong year-end results
January 31, 2024
Cypress Commercial & Investment Real Estate, a leading commercial real estate brokerage company, announces year-end results for 2023 of 29 real estate transactions representing a value of more than $29…
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CREW Midlands-SC announces 2024 Board of Directors
January 31, 2024
CREW Midlands-SC is pleased to announce its 2024 Board of Directors to lead the local chapter of CREW Network, the leading global business network in commercial real estate. Elizabeth Riley,…
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