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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Broomstraw Brooms
May 30, 2024
By Tom Poland I call it broomstraw. Others broomsedge. Whatever you call it, it doesn’t kill my memories of my grandmother’s homemade brooms. About a yardstick long, they stood in…
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New female founder group launches in CHS: Like Minded CHS
May 30, 2024
Angel Passailaigue Holmes, an experienced PR and events professional, has recently established a new organization called “Like Minded CHS,” specifically for female founders in Charleston. This organization is a beta…
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The Sullivan: Greenville’s biggest affordable housing effort in years opens its doors
May 30, 2024
Community, business and government officials and leaders gathered this morning to unveil The Sullivan, a 180-unit, five building complex that marks Greenville’s latest effort to create more affordable housing. Housing…
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Trinity Partners announces the sale of 7227 Parklane Rd. in Columbia, SC
May 30, 2024
Trinity Partners successfully facilitated the disposition of 7227 Parklane Road in Columbia, SC. Nick Stomski, SIOR, and Roger Winn, SIOR represented the seller, AllSouth Federal Credit Union in the transaction.…
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Countybanc Insurance’s Tammy Hendrix receives officer appointment
May 30, 2024
Countybanc Insurance announced that Tammy Hendrix has been appointed Assistant Vice President by the Countybanc Insurance Board of Directors. Hendrix has an extensive background in customer service with more than…
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South Carolina ETV and Public Radio shares resources during Mental Health Awareness Month
May 30, 2024
South Carolina ETV and Public Radio (SCETV) highlighted Mental Health Awareness Month throughout May, dedicating programming and resources to foster understanding, support and dialogue surrounding mental health. As part of…
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Mayor Daniel Rickenmann joins Southeastern BBQ Showdown as celebrity judge
May 30, 2024
Capital City/Lake Murray Country (CCLMC) announced the third esteemed member of the Southeastern BBQ Showdown’s (SEBBQSD) judging panel. City of Columbia, Mayor Daniel Rickenmann, brings a wealth of experience in…
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Hundreds of educators gather for a day of learning at the EPI Center’s annual conference
May 30, 2024
As the school year ends, hundreds of educators gathered in Columbia for a full day of learning. The Center of Excellence for Educator Preparation and Innovation at Voorhees University (EPI…
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City of West Columbia’s Meeting Street Artisan Market is back for the summer
May 30, 2024
The City of West Columbia’s Meeting Street Artisan Market is back for the summer, every Thursday night, in June, July (except July 4), and August, from 4 PM – 8…
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Columbia’s Historic Black Business District featured in new documentary film “Did You Know? Columbia’s Black Wall Street” to premiere in Columbia June 19
May 30, 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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Hand & Stone expands in Lexington with newest spa opening
May 30, 2024
Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa, the nation’s leading luxury massage and facial spa franchise, announced its newest location opening in Lexington. Owned by longtime South Carolinian Amy Daly,…
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South Carolina Entrepreneurs awarded $200,000 for innovative Agribusinesses
May 30, 2024
The South Carolina Department of Agriculture’s Agribusiness Center for Research and Entrepreneurship (ACRE) awarded $200,000 in grants to 12 local businesses as part of its Advanced Entrepreneurship program. The finalists pitched to a…
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FUEL accepting applications for nonprofit grant program
May 30, 2024
FUEL, a Greenville, S.C.-based brand building agency, is accepting applications until June 17 for its FUEL for Good Grant program for the second half of 2024. As part of its…
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Harbor Freight Tools signs deal to open new location in West Columbia, SC
May 30, 2024
Hiring to Begin for 25-30 New Jobs in the Community Harbor Freight Tools, America’s go-to store for quality tools at the lowest prices, has announced that it will be opening…
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MUSC Children’s Health Pediatric Trauma Program honors exceptional DCEMS teams for outstanding service and dedication
May 30, 2024
On May 29, 2024, a representative from the MUSC Children’s Health Pediatric Program presented awards to several of Dorchester County Emergency Medical Services (DCEMS) teams for their extraordinary contributions to…
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Shield Your Summer Getaway: Terminix Shares 8 Essential Tips to Keep Bed Bugs at Bay
May 30, 2024
Summer travel season is on the horizon and experts predict another strong season for the Carolinas. The spike in travel throughout the region also comes with an increase in encountering…
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CEOs welcome the Samora family to their new Habitat Greenville home
May 30, 2024
On a street off of White Horse Road, the Samora family walked into the first home they have ever owned Wednesday afternoon. And 30 some community and business leaders were…
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Palmetto Bluff Real Estate Company expands team with new sales executive, David Johnson
May 30, 2024
Palmetto Bluff Real Estate Company (“PBREC”), the sole real estate firm in the storied Lowcountry community focused exclusively on Palmetto Bluff real estate – with the only on-property sales office…
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The Beach Company announces renaming of Johns Island’s Bernice Robinson Road
May 30, 2024
The road that runs behind The Beach Company’s new Johns Island multifamily community, Stono Oaks, now bears a new name, Bernice Robinson Road, in honor of the Charleston native and…
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Pop’s BBQ and Country Cooking Now Open for Your Dining Pleasure!
May 29, 2024
Just two weeks after announcing the launch of his new restaurant, owners Marcus and Fran Cheeks proudly opened the doors of Pop’s BBQ and Country Cooking to a strong crowd…
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Expandable, LLC selects Greenville County to establish first North American operation
May 29, 2024
$3 million investment will create 10 new jobs Expandable, LLC (Expandable), a supplier of expandable, movable spaces, announced it selects Greenville County to establish the company’s first North American operation.…
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South Carolina ETV and Public Radio to participate in inaugural South Carolina Interagency Drone Users Symposium
May 29, 2024
South Carolina Interagency Drone Users Consortium hosts its first annual statewide symposium in Columbia South Carolina ETV and Public Radio (SCETV) is excited to announce its participation in the inaugural…
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SMC to launch online General Studies Degree benefitting returning adult learners
May 29, 2024
Partnership with OneSpartanburg’s Re:Degree Initiative is Focused on Increasing College Completion Spartanburg Methodist College (SMC) is launching a new online bachelor’s degree that provides a clear path to a degree…
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Berkeley County receives funding from national opioid settlement
May 29, 2024
Grants available to help combat the opioid epidemic Berkeley County has received an installment of $1,244,050.95 as part of a $26 billion national opioid settlement. The County plans to distribute…
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Expandable, LLC selects Greenville County to establish first North American operation
May 29, 2024
$3 million investment will create 10 new jobs Expandable, LLC (Expandable) selects Greenville County to establish the company’s first North American operation. The company’s $3 million investment will create 10…
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Meet the winners of The We 360° Business Pitch Competition
May 29, 2024
WE 360° | Empowering women of color entrepreneurs by providing them with comprehensive support to overcome barriers in business. Through our program, we equip these visionary leaders with the necessary tools…
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Overnight detours scheduled at I-20 and Broad River Road interchange
May 29, 2024
Starting Sunday, June 2, SCDOT will begin demolishing the old bridge on Broad River Road over Interstate 20 at Exit 65. Traffic will be directed onto the off-ramp to Broad…
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Tri-County STEMersion receives $25,000 grant from Power:Ed to support expansion of annual STEMersion Institute
May 29, 2024
Dorchester County Economic Development accepted a grant of $25,000, on behalf of Tri-County STEMersion, a nonprofit dedicated to bridging the gap between industry needs and local education by integrating high-demand…
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Kids can eat free as part of summer meals program in Lexington Two
May 29, 2024
Lexington Two announces hours and locations for this summer’s federally funded child nutrition program that provides free, nutritious breakfast and lunch meals through the months when youth are out of…
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Will Schenk joins Colliers | South Carolina as Market Analyst
May 29, 2024
Columbia/Charleston/Greenville-Spartanburg, SC – Colliers | South Carolina has announced that Will Schenk has joined its statewide team as a Market Analyst. Schenk will focus on market data and research initiatives for…
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Beyond Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience brings innovative art attraction to Broadway at the Beach beginning June 21
May 29, 2024
Tickets for This Acclaimed Event On-Sale Now Beyond Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience, produced by Paquin Entertainment Group, is set to open at Broadway at the Beach beginning Friday, June…
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TealHaus welcomes Ashley Stidfole as new Sales and Account Manager
May 29, 2024
TealHaus, a local marketing agency with an emphasis on storytelling, is thrilled to announce the addition of Ashley Stidfole to their team as a Sales and Account Manager. With over…
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Who’s Behind Bars? Come Bail Out Your Favorite Locals at the Laurens County Jail and Bail on Friday
May 29, 2024
Get ready, Laurens County! The annual Jail and Bail event hosted by the Laurens County Sheriff’s Office is back, and it’s shaping up to be a great event. Mark your…
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Center of Excellence for Educator Preparation and Innovation hosts Spring Conference on K-12 excellence
May 29, 2024
The Center of Excellence for Educator Preparation and Innovation at Voorhees University (EPI Center) is hosting a Spring Professional Development Conference for educators. The conference is Wednesday, May 29, 2024,…
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Lander University Announces President’s List for Spring 2024
May 29, 2024
Lander University announces the names of 458 undergraduate students who are recognized with the honor of making the President’s List during the second semester of the 2023/24 academic year. To…
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Volunteers Needed for Thornwell Connections Camp!
May 29, 2024
Thornwell Connections Camp is seeking volunteers to help children have a fun and safe summer. This therapeutic camp, held on the Thornwell campus, provides an intentional environment for youth to…
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Greenwell Named Educator of the Year by National Landscape Organization
May 29, 2024
One of Daniel Greenwell’s main goals as program director of Piedmont Technical College’s Agriculture and Horticulture program is to encourage his students to “reach higher than they realize they can…
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South Carolina Aquarium Hosts Public Release of Two Endangered Sea Turtles
May 29, 2024
Loggerhead Sea Turtles Rehabilitated at Aquarium Prior to Release on Folly Beach The South Carolina Aquarium is thrilled to announce the successful release of two endangered loggerhead sea turtles, Brie…
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Governor Henry McMaster Signs Bill Defining Antisemitism Into Law
May 29, 2024
Last week, Governor Henry McMaster was joined by state and national Jewish community leaders and members of the General Assembly for a ceremonial bill signing of H. 4042, Defining Antisemitism.…
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Clinton High Senior Receives 2024 SCAC Board of Directors Scholarship
May 29, 2024
The South Carolina Association of Counties (SCAC) awarded a 2024 Board of Directors Scholarship to Chandler Dailey of Clinton High School. “It is an honor to celebrate the talented young…
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Exciting June Events at Laurens County Museum
May 29, 2024
June is shaping up to be another exciting month at the Laurens County Museum, with a variety of engaging programs and exhibits on the calendar. Highlights include a Revolutionary War…
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Greenville-based InvestiNet to launch Poe Mill Music to empower community youth through musical education
May 29, 2024
The company plans to convert an on-site space into a beacon of musical and other creative pursuits by the end of 2024. InvestiNet, a full-service collections network, will launch Poe…
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New Officers Inducted to Lead American Legion Post 25 in Continued Community Service
May 29, 2024
American Legion Post 25, one of the first posts established in South Carolina in 1919, recently celebrated the induction of its new officers for the 2024/2025 term. Under the leadership…
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Langston Baptist Church Hosts Two-Night Symposium: “Examining Calvinism”
May 29, 2024
Langston Baptist Church in Clinton is set to host a thought-provoking symposium titled “Examining Calvinism.” This two-night event will be held on Monday and Tuesday, June 17-18, starting at 6:30…
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Four Clemson faculty members receive Fulbright Scholar Awards
May 28, 2024
Four Clemson University faculty members have received prestigious Fulbright Scholar Awards, which provide international lecturing and research opportunities that advance careers while benefiting host institutions and countries. Upon return from…
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Huff named director of Clemson Wood Utilization + Design Institute
May 28, 2024
Emily Huff, associate professor of human dimensions of forestry at Michigan State University, has been named director of Clemson University’s Wood Utilization + Design Institute (WU+D). Huff takes over leadership of…
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Clemson names Ece Erdogmus founding dean for the College of Architecture, Art and Construction
May 28, 2024
Ece Erdogmus, chair and professor at the School of Building Construction at Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech), has been chosen to lead the College of Architecture, Art and Construction…
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Matthew Holt named dean of Clemson’s College of Agriculture, Forestry and Life Sciences
May 28, 2024
Clemson University has named Matthew T. “Matt” Holt dean of the College of Agriculture, Forestry and Life Sciences (CAFLS). Currently head and professor of Virginia Tech’s Department of Agricultural and Applied…
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Richland Library awarded National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) Grant
May 28, 2024
$20,000 NEA Grant to Enhance Artist-in-Residence Program Richland Library is the recipient of a $20,000 grant from the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) under the Grants for Arts Projects category.…
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