Medicinal Whiskey Charity raises $150,000 for Upstate charities
June 3, 2024
Medicinal Whiskey Charity, an organization founded by local bourbon enthusiasts to help fight childhood illness, raised $150,000 at their Kentucky Derby Party event on Saturday, May 4th, 2024 to benefit…
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Clemson University celebrates topping-out at Watt Family Athletic Performance & Wellness Center
June 3, 2024
Garvin Design Group, HNTB, and Thompson Turner Construction joined Clemson University for a special topping-out celebration at the new Watt Family Athletic Performance & Wellness Center on Wednesday, May 29.…
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Historic Columbia announces June 2024 events
June 3, 2024
Historic Columbia is excited to announce programming and events for June 2024. See the full list of June events below and be sure to leave room in your calendar to…
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80th anniversary D-Day salute
June 3, 2024
The South Carolina State Museum will host a special event honoring the momentous victory of D-Day 80 years ago this Saturday. The event will include: Performances from the 282D Army…
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Caine Commercial and KDS join forces in real estate merger, creating KDS Caine
June 3, 2024
Local CRE companies leverage identical cultures, strong relationships, and entrepreneurial approach to serving clients and real estate professionals in the Upstate KDS Caine announced today the merger of its legacy…
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Flock and Rally honored with six industry awards from the South Carolina Public Relations Society of America
June 3, 2024
Flock and Rally, the women-owned and operated integrated communications and marketing agency based in Columbia, South Carolina, recently earned two Best in Show awards and four Awards of Excellence from…
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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis celebrates 26 educators in SC Financial Literacy Master Teacher program
June 3, 2024
South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis to recognize the fifth cohort of educators who have qualified to become South Carolina Financial Literacy Master Teachers. This year’s Bronze level cohort included 26…
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Northwestern Mutual receives top workplaces award in South Carolina for seven consecutive years
June 3, 2024
Energage, an employee survey firm, named Northwestern Mutual as a Top Workplace in South Carolina for the seventh consecutive year. Northwestern Mutual’s South Carolina offices were ranked fourth out of…
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Furman’s ‘Sounds of Summer’ lakeside concert series runs through Aug. 1
June 3, 2024
The Furman Department of Music’s long-running lakeside concert series “Sounds of Summer” continues June 6, at 7:30 p.m. in the amphitheater with a concert by the Carolina Youth Symphony. The…
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Sportsclub Fitness & Wellness turning back the clocks to 1984 this June
June 3, 2024
In honor of the 40th anniversary of its parent company, acac Fitness & Wellness Centers, Sportsclub Fitness & Wellness is celebrating 1984-style next month with some tubular events from the…
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Leadership changes coming to Habitat Greenville
June 3, 2024
After almost 16 years helping to transform affordable homeownership in our community, Monroe Free will be retiring as President and CEO of Habitat for Humanity of Greenville County this December.…
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Aging animal care at Riverbanks Zoo and Garden
June 3, 2024
Riverbanks Zoo and Garden’s animal care and veterinary teams are focused every day on providing outstanding care to more than 3,000 animals during all phases of life. Many of the…
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Town Theatre presents Les Misérables: School Edition
June 3, 2024
Town Theatre announces its upcoming production of Les Misérables: School Edition, a heart-wrenching musical that tells a timeless story of love, redemption and the human spirit. We’ll journey through 19th…
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Robinson Gray managing member Cal Watson elected to Meritas Board of Directors
June 3, 2024
Cal Watson, managing member of Robinson Gray law firm, has been appointed to the board of directors of Meritas, a global alliance of independent law firms that serves the legal…
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Juneteenth Entrepreneur, film and television extravaganza
June 3, 2024
The City of Columbia’s Office of Business Opportunities (OBO) is proud to announce the highly anticipated release of “Did You Know? Columbia’s Black Wall Street,” a powerful documentary that chronicles…
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Dominion Energy awards $50,000 to Midlands Technical College Foundation
June 3, 2024
Dominion Energy has donated $50,000 to the Midlands Technical College (MTC) Foundation to fund Career Launch Grants for students in high-demand professions such as welder, HVAC technician, automotive technician, and…
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Colliers awarded real estate management services for prominent Columbia downtown building, The Meridian
June 3, 2024
Colliers has been selected as the new Real Estate Management Services (REMS) provider for The Meridian, one of Columbia’s most well-known and successful office towers located at 1320 Main Street.…
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Richland Library kicks off summer learning challenge
June 3, 2024
Children, Teens & Adults to Participate June 1 – August 10 Adventure is just around the corner at your local library. Visit your favorite Richland Library location to kick off…
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The Mill at Fountain Inn is now open
June 3, 2024
The Mill at Fountain Inn is officially open for business. Starting Monday, June 3, the community hub will be open for lunch and dinner seven days a week. Hours of…
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City of Columbia to spray for adult mosquitoes through the remainder of the season
June 3, 2024
In an effort to control the mosquito population and reduce the risk of mosquito-borne illness, the City of Columbia will be spraying for adult mosquitoes through the remainder of the…
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Three students named Michelin Tech Scholars
June 3, 2024
Spring Valley High School will host a Michelin Signing Day on Tuesday, June 4, 2024, at noon to recognize their Michelin Tech Scholars. Class of 2024 graduates Zachary Fowler, Owen…
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St. Andrews Middle School student accepted into prestigious Michigan Arts Academy
June 3, 2024
Xavion Boyd-Gray, an eighth-grade student at St. Andrews Middle School, has been accepted into the world-renowned Interlochen Arts Academy at the Interlochen Center for the Arts in Michigan. Interlochen Arts…
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Richland One to provide free meals to children June 3-July 18
June 3, 2024
Again this summer, Richland One will provide free meals to any child age 18 or younger, regardless of their school district attendance zone, through the federally-funded Seamless Summer Option. From…
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Colleen Knauer selected to help lead CCSD middle schools
June 3, 2024Charleston County School District (CCSD) announced Dr. Colleen Knauer as Executive Director of the Middle School Learning Community. Knauer has served as the Principal of Special Projects and Support for…
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Michael De Jong to lead CCSD’s Turning Point Academy
June 3, 2024Charleston County School District (CCSD) announces that interim principal, Michael De Jong has been appointed principal at Turning Point Academy (TPA). De Jong has skillfully led TPA since August 2023.…
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Corey McDonald selected to lead Clark Academy
June 3, 2024Charleston County School District (CCSD) announces and welcomes Corey McDonald as principal at Septima P. Clark Academy. McDonald has served as an assistant principal at Burke High School for the…
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WAHS Principal selected to help lead CCSD high schools
June 3, 2024Charleston County School District (CCSD) announces and welcomes Ryan Cumback as Executive Director of the High School Learning Community. Cumback has served in Charleston County schools for the past 18…
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Two Richland One seniors awarded $20,000 Rotary Club scholarships
June 3, 2024
Two Richland One seniors have been selected to receive $20,000 scholarships from the Columbia Rotary Club. W.J. Keenan High School senior Aarav Patel and Eau Claire High School senior James…
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SC Ports drives economic success in Upstate
June 3, 2024
South Carolina Ports makes an $87 billion economic impact in South Carolina each year, and more than half of that economic benefit occurs in the Upstate. Having a world-class port…
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Nonprofit transforms Orangeburg DSS office to serve youth in foster care
June 3, 2024
At a celebratory ribbon cutting ceremony this afternoon coinciding with National Foster Care Awareness Month, Lily Pad, together with the South Carolina Department of Social Services (DSS), opened its 21st Lily Pad in…
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Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd welcomes attorneys David B. Allen and Zoe R. Henrikson to Greenville office
June 3, 2024
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd P.A. welcomed special counsel David B. Allen and associate Zoe R. Henrikson to the firm’s Greenville office. David joins the firm’s Real Estate practice group, bringing with…
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Lakeland Capital announces new hire
June 3, 2024
Lakeland Capital, a Charleston-based private, multifamily investment company active in select East Coast markets, recently announced a new hire joining the company’s Charleston office. Ethan Villamater, a rising junior at…
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Zeus welcomes new General Manager, reinforcing commitment to catheter innovation
June 3, 2024
● Matthew Bradbury has been named General Manager of Catheter Solutions at Zeus ● In this role, Bradbury will oversee catheter design, manufacturing, and assembly and further position Zeus as…
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SC Empowerment Centre Launches Summer Break Café Program
June 3, 2024
The South Carolina Empowerment Centre (SCEC) is recently announced the launch of its Summer Break Café program, designed to provide free, nutritious meals to children either pre-school age or K-12.…
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Explore Summer Fun with Laurens County Library System’s New Children’s Museum Passes
June 3, 2024
This summer, the Laurens County Library System is offering an exciting opportunity for families to enjoy educational and fun experiences at The Children’s Museum of the Upstate. Patrons are invited…
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Laurens 55 Announces Return of Summer Feeding Program
June 2, 2024
Summer Feeding is coming soon to a school near you! Beat the summer heat with a refreshing and FREE summer meal for any child in your household or care, 18…
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Thornwell Grab-N-Go Meal Program Returns for Summer 2024
June 2, 2024
Thornwell recently announced the return of their daily Grab-N-Go meal pickups beginning June 5th through July 26th. This program is open to all children under the age of 18. Parents…
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Cross Hill Fire Department Announces Annual Meeting
June 2, 2024
The Cross Hill Fire Department will hold its annual meeting on June 18th at 6 pm at the Watts Bridge Road fire station. This meeting will serve as an opportunity…
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Applications Open for South Carolina Public Alligator Lottery
June 2, 2024
South Carolina residents and visitors eager to participate in this year’s public alligator hunting season can now submit their applications. The application window is open until July 15 at 11:59…
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First United Methodist Church in Laurens Seeks Community Support for Food Bank Amid Rising Demand
June 2, 2024
The First United Methodist Church in Laurens is calling on civic groups, other churches, and individuals to help support their food bank as it faces an unprecedented surge in demand…
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Laurens County School District 55 2024 Summer Programs
June 2, 2024
Engaging Academic Activities to Prepare for Next School Year As the summer approaches, Laurens County School District 55 (LCSD55) is excited to announce a variety of enriching summer programs designed…
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Lumberyard’s Inaugural Beer Mile Run Event Raises Funds for Whitten Center
June 2, 2024
In celebration of its one-year anniversary, The Lumberyard, owned by Charlie and Stacey Michaels, recently held its inaugural Lumberyard Beer Mile. This unique event, combining running and beer, not only…
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Kennedy Mortuary to Host Informative Seminar Series: Pastries in the Parlor
June 2, 2024
On June 26, from 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM, the Kennedy Mortuary will launch a new seminar series titled “Pastries in the Parlor,” designed to educate and empower the community.…
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Get Ready for Warrior Fest 2024 at The Sawmill Training Complex
June 2, 2024
Mark your calendars for an extraordinary summer weekend! The Sawmill Training Complex, home of Warrior Women International, is thrilled to announce Warrior Fest 2024, a two-day event on July 6-7…
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June Yard and Garden Tips
June 2, 2024
Summertime has arrived! With school out and family vacations on the horizon, it’s easy to overlook yard maintenance. This spring’s ample rainfall has everything flourishing. Here are some essential yard…
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Class of 2024 graduates from South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics
May 31, 2024
The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science and Mathematics (GSSM) held its 35th Annual Commencement Ceremony, drawing nearly 130 families from across the state to Hartsville to honor their graduates.…
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Village at Sandhill Marketplace welcomes new fitness tenant to shopping center
May 31, 2024
Colliers | South Carolina’s Rox Pollard, Danny Bonds, John Gressette and Rox Pollard III represented RCC Village at Sandhill LLC in the lease of ±3,200 square feet of retail space…
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South Carolina Brewers Guild announces annual beerfest
May 31, 2024
The festival will take place October 12, 2024 at Segra Park in Columbia. The South Carolina Brewer’s Guild (SCBG) has announced their annual beerfest, with a new name, updated logo,…
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Kennedy Gains Ballot Access in South Carolina
May 31, 2024
The Kennedy campaign today announced it has gained ballot access in South Carolina. Robert F. Kennedy Jr. was nominated for president and Nicole Shanahan was nominated for vice president by…
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Thankful in the midst of changes
May 30, 2024
By Jeff Becraft When we first moved to where we live now 30 years ago, there were all kinds of trees between the interstate and where our neighborhood was.…
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