Leadership Series – Kevin Shwedo, The SC Department of Motor Vehicles
January 18, 2024
The Who’s on the Move Leadership Series highlights people leading extraordinary change in South Carolina. We will be focusing on the journeys of 12 top leaders per year from across the state…
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So what are you going to do now?
January 18, 2024
By Jeff Becraft “So what are you going to do now?” That’s what someone said to me one time when I had just described a situation that years ago,…
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The Events at Judson Mill hosting inaugural Galentine’s Soiree
January 18, 2024
Events at Judson Milll is celebrating the season of love with its first-ever Galentine’s Soiree. Greenville’s “girl’s night out” will turn Judson Mill into the biggest dance party of the…
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More Than Rhythm: A Black Music Series returns February 2
January 18, 2024
Dr. Tammy Kernodle opens season 3 with performance of “She Sang Freedom” The Columbia Museum of Art presents More Than Rhythm: A Black Music Series Featuring Tammy Kernodle, the season…
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Dr. Bill Jones named new president of Columbia International University
January 18, 2024
The Columbia International University Board of Trustees has named Dr. Bill Jones as the new president of CIU. Jones currently serves as CIU chancellor and previously served as CIU president…
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John Boyd selected to Sustain SC Board of Directors
January 18, 2024
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. announced that John Boyd has been selected to serve a two-year term on the Board of Directors for Sustain SC, an economic development-driven organization connecting the…
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Nine Upstate organizations receive Barbara Stone Foundation’s Community Innovation Grants to support programming for people with disabilities
January 18, 2024
The Barbara Stone Foundation, a non-profit organization focused on supporting visionary and creative programs and initiatives for individuals with disabilities, recently awarded nine Community Innovation Grants to Upstate non-profits. The…
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Ron Hagell to tell how he collected intelligence in Vietnam
January 18, 2024
The movies notwithstanding, intelligence work has little to do with drinking shaken martinis while wearing a designer tuxedo. In the real world, in wartime, it’s about things like sweating in…
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First Reliance partners with Apiture for digital banking platform
January 18, 2024
First Reliance Bank announced that through its partnership with Apiture, Apiture has received an award, marking its third consecutive win for digital banking innovation. The awards program celebrates outstanding achievements…
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EV leader Tesla to open state-of-the-art logistics operations in Greenville County, SC
January 18, 2024
Electric car maker selects Fountain Inn for first major presence in Palmetto State; Fox Hill Business Park to host state-of-the-art distribution facility to support Tesla growth in Southeast Tesla will open…
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SCMA announces the inaugural class of the SC Manufacturing Leadership Program
January 18, 2024
The South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance (SCMA) has announced its inaugural class of the SC Manufacturing Leadership Program. The class is comprised of nineteen professionals representing a variety of manufacturing industry…
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Ageratum, Wood, & Water
January 17, 2024
By Tom Poland On a Sunday walk I spotted a splash of blue. Blue wildflowers. They say blue flowers are sometimes difficult to grow in gardens. “They say.” That was…
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Collins & Lacy president, Christian Stegmaier, appointed to Primerus Board of Directors
January 17, 2024
A second generation of leadership has emerged on the Primerus Board of Directors with the recent appointment of two new members, according to Jack Buchanan, founder and president of the…
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Presbyterian College Honors MLK Day with Community Service
January 17, 2024
Presbyterian College celebrated the legacy of slain civil rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. by serving the Laurens County community and taking inspiration from a message of hope. More…
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Laurens County Chamber of Commerce Gears Up for the 45th Annual Awards Dinner
January 17, 2024
The Laurens County Chamber of Commerce recently announced the much anticipated 45th Annual Awards Dinner, scheduled to take place on February 29, 2024. This event promises an evening of celebration, recognition, and…
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Colliers Charleston Industrial Report: Big box availability creates opportunity
January 17, 2024
Commercial Real Estate Research & Forecast Report Q4 2023 Charleston Industrial Market Highlights The fourth quarter marks the first time businesses have had a variety of options and opportunities for…
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Zack Young joins LCK as Project Manager in Columbia office
January 17, 2024
LCK announces that Zack Young has joined its project management team in the Columbia office as Project Manager. Young will fulfill the role of owner’s representative for assigned LCK projects…
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Colliers Columbia Industrial Report: Year over year improvement creates positive outlook for 2024
January 17, 2024
Commercial Real Estate Research & Forecast Report Q4 2023 Columbia Industrial Market Highlights Columbia finished 2023 with a 4.08% increase in inventory for the year, a 24.77% increase in average…
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Celebrating Achievement and Confidence: The 15th Annual SC 4-H Showcase
January 17, 2024
In a display of talent, confidence, and commitment, the SC 4-H Showcase, previously known as the Miss SC 4-H Pageant, took center stage on Saturday, January 13, at Thornwell Charter…
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Weathering the Winter: Rainbow Restoration Leads Upstate SC Through Freezing Challenges
January 17, 2024
As freezing temperatures take a rare hold over Upstate South Carolina, enveloping communities from Greenville to Spartanburg and Anderson, Rainbow Restoration stands firm as a trusted ally. With a heritage…
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Robinson Gray names Chris Boguski a Member of the firm
January 17, 2024
Robinson Gray has named attorney Christopher Lee Boguski a Member of the law firm. He was voted into the position in December 2023. “Since joining us four years ago, Chris…
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Burnette Shutt & McDaniel receives King Distinguished Service Award
January 17, 2024
Burnette Shutt & McDaniel has received the 2024 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Distinguished Service Award from the University of South Carolina Joseph F. Rice School of Law. The honor…
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Eagle Scout Joseph Pope to receive Scouting’s highest honor for lifesaving
January 17, 2024
The Indian Waters Council of the Boy Scouts of America will present Scouting’s highest award for lifesaving to one of its own – Eagle Scout Joseph Pope of Columbia. On…
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Sanitary Market: Opening in Downtown Laurens to Bring Local and Healthy Options to the Entire County
January 17, 2024
Downtown Laurens is set to welcome a new addition to its community with the arrival of the Sanitary Market, a hub for locally sourced and healthier food options. Owned by…
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Colliers South Carolina Industrial Report: Statewide performance continues to improve
January 17, 2024
Commercial Real Estate Research & Forecast Report Q4 2023 South Carolina Industrial Market Highlights Overall performance metrics remained robust across the state in the fourth quarter of 2023, with most…
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Dr. Troy Hall to keynote SocialHRCamp’s first time hosting in Charleston
January 17, 2024
Renowned talent retention expert Dr. Troy Hall will keynote the SocialHRCamp on Thursday, February 22, 2024 from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at Omatic Software in Mount Pleasant, SC. The event…
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The ARK of SC receives $3,000 from The Employees Community Fund of Boeing South Carolina
January 17, 2024
The ARK of SC is pleased to announce being a grant recipient of The Employees Community Fund of Boeing South Carolina. Each year, Boeing employees not only go above and…
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Charleston Metro Chamber now accepting applications for Spring session of Leadership Discovery
January 17, 2024
he Charleston Metro Chamber’s Leadership Discovery program, presented by Wells Fargo, is currently accepting applications for their Spring class until Friday, February 9. The 3-month program begins March 5 and has 10 sessions designed to…
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Cherrydale Point residents petition for annexation
January 17, 2024
Property owners at Cherrydale Point and the surrounding area have filed a petition for annexation into the City of Greenville. The annexation requires a public hearing and two readings before…
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Charleston ranks #1 nationally for inbound migration
January 17, 2024
According to a recently published 2023 Allied US Moving Migration Report, South Carolina ranks #1 nationally for inbound migration with Charleston as the standout city. The report attributes Charleston’s #1…
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Fundraising strategist Jeff Terry joins Winkler Group, bringing over 25 years of development industry expertise
January 17, 2024
The Winkler Group, a full-service fundraising consulting firm specializing in capital campaigns, fundraising assessments, and feasibility studies, announced the appointment of Jeff Terry as Senior Account Executive, bringing nearly three…
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Carolinas Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives (CACCE) names Mount Pleasant Chamber Director to 2024 Board of Directors
January 17, 2024
The Mount Pleasant Chamber of Commerce (MPCC) is pleased to announce that their Director, Rebecca Imholz, has been elected to serve on The Carolinas Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives…
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Warming center to open this week due to cold weather
January 17, 2024
City officials announced that three warming centers will open this week due to cold weather. Holy City Missions at Aldersgate UMC Warming Center, Hibben UMC Warming Center, and Seacoast Church…
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Secretary of Transportation Christy Hall announces retirement
January 17, 2024
After nearly 30 years of service to the State of South Carolina, Christy A. Hall, the Secretary of Transportation for the South Carolina Department of Transportation, announced her retirement effective…
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SCRA contributes over $1.19 billion to South Carolina’s economy
January 17, 2024
South Carolina Research Authority had over a $1.19 billion impact on the state’s economy in 2023. Their recently published annual report shows what’s included in the billion-plus-dollar impact, determined by a study…
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Dominion Energy offers tips to manage energy bills as temperatures drop
January 17, 2024
Provides guidance for tankless water heaters With temperatures dipping, Dominion Energy is providing simple solutions to help customers manage their energy usage and bills this winter. “It’s important to remember that…
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Sustain SC announced new Executive Committee and Board Members
January 17, 2024
Sustain SC, an economic development-driven organization connecting the sustainability goals of business in South Carolina with local solutions, announced its 2024 Board of Directors with a new Chair and two…
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BJU Bruins host 52nd High School Invitational Basketball Tournament
January 17, 2024
The Bob Jones University Bruins will host 10 schools for the 52nd annual High School Invitational Basketball Tournament Jan. 23-26 in the Davis Field House on the BJU campus. The…
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Scott Peevy, CCIM of NAI Charleston facilitates two transactions to closeout 2023
January 17, 2024
Scott Peevy, CCIM, of NAI Charleston, represented the buyer in the investment sale of 1479 Yadkinville Rd in Mocksville, NC. The property is NNN ground leased by Take 5 Oil…
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City of Charleston accepting applications for 2024 AmeriCorps VISTA sites
January 17, 2024
The city of Charleston is looking for organizations to host AmeriCorps VISTA members in the 2024-2025 year. AmeriCorps VISTA is a national program focused on fighting poverty. Non-profits and public…
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Spectrum Reach seeking 250 underserved businesses for 2024 ‘Pay It Forward’ program
January 17, 2024
Initiative will Provide Eligible Small Businesses Access to a Free Ad Campaign Worth $15,000, Plus Marketing and Creative Support, and Educational Resources Spectrum Reach, the advertising sales business of Charter…
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54th Annual Upstate South Carolina Boat Show returns to Greenville Convention Center January 25-28
January 17, 2024
Start planning for summer at the lake at the 54th Annual Upstate SC Boat Show at the Greenville Convention Center from Thursday, January 25 through Sunday, January 28, 2024. This…
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NAI Columbia Gregory Lamar Team executes $1.2 million sale
January 17, 2024
NAI Columbia’s Gregory Lamar Team consisting of John Gregory, Bill Lamar, and Tristan Lee, recently sold 1025 and 1035 Dreyfus Road in Columbia, South Carolina to Cason Development Group for…
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Genesis Healthcare celebrates progress on its state-of-the-art health center in Walterboro
January 17, 2024
Excitement is building as construction progresses on Genesis Healthcare’s state-of-the-art health center in Walterboro. With the exterior walls now complete, the facility is set to receive its roof and distinctive…
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SHL Medical further strengthens vertical capabilities with the acquisition of US manufacturer Superior Tooling Inc
January 17, 2024
SHL Medical (SHL), a world-leading provider of advanced drug delivery solutions headquartered in Switzerland, proudly announces the acquisition of Superior Tooling Inc., a Wake Forest, North Carolina-based manufacturer of plastic…
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Conservatives for Clean Energy – South Carolina announces new team member
January 17, 2024
Conservatives for Clean Energy South Carolina (CCE-SC) announced that Hunter Sox will serve as the organization’s new Communications Director. Sox will be the state organization’s go-to spokesperson and communications professional…
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SCDMV Book Drive to support Original Six My First Library initiative
January 17, 2024
The South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles (SCDMV) is again partnering with the Original Six (O6) Foundation to support its “My First Library” campaign. Through “My First Library,” kindergarten students…
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Representative Jeff Duncan Announces He Will Not Seek Re-Election
January 17, 2024
Congressman Jeff Duncan issued the following statement regarding his decision not to seek re-election for an 8th term to the United States House of Representatives: “After 9/11, I felt a…
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15 Upstate women come together to bring hope to critically ill children
January 17, 2024
On January 11, 2024, dynamic women from the Upstate came together to kickoff Make-A-Wish South Carolina’s 2024 season of W.I.S.H. Society. Each lady was named an Honoree in the program…
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Over 400 volunteers participate in United Way’s MLK Day of Service
January 17, 2024
On Monday, January 15, 2024, more than 400 volunteers came together in Spartanburg to serve over 1,000 total hours at local non-profits in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.…
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