Cooper Motor Company Celebrates 85 Years with Successful Classic Car Show and Generous Donation
December 11, 2023
Cooper Motor Company, a longstanding automotive establishment in Clinton, marked a remarkable milestone on Saturday, December 9th, by hosting its Classic Car Show. The event, organized to celebrate the company’s…
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Marketing Minute Video: The Importance of Consistency
December 11, 2023
Marketing Minute by Lee Bonner, NP Strategy Consistency is the backbone of public relations. This week’s video underscores the significance of consistency in brand development and provides a few…
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Joan Herlong & Associates Sotheby’s International Realty honors top Associates
December 11, 2023
Joan Herlong & Associates Sotheby’s International Realty has honored its top Associates for November. In the Clemson office, the top agent for transactions closed for buyer clients were Lisa Vogel,…
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School District Five digital integration specialist honored by SC Farm Bureau
December 11, 2023
A Lexington-Richland School District Five digital integration specialist has been selected to receive the 2023 Betty J. DeWitt Outstanding Educator Award from SC Farm Bureau. Heather Reitenga received the award…
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SC State Parks Announces Dashing Through the Parks Scavenger Hunt 2023
December 11, 2023
Get ready for a different kind of holiday excitement as the 2023 Dashing Through the Parks Scavenger Hunt kicks off! This festive promotion by the South Carolina State Parks offers…
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December Yard and Garden Tips
December 11, 2023
by Clemson Extension Laurens Office It’s a busy time of year but don’t forget some important things to tend to in your yard. You will enjoy the fruits of your…
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All South Carolinians are needed to complete the South Carolina Community Perception Survey on Disability
December 11, 2023
According to the SC Statewide Independent Living Council 2022-23 Needs Assessment Survey, people with disabilities believe their number one barrier to inclusive access is the way others view disability. People…
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Christmas Movie Night at Capitol Theatre in Laurens
December 10, 2023
The Capitol Theatre in Laurens (104 E Main Street, is bringing back the joy of the silver screen this holiday season. On December 23rd, the theatre welcomes everyone for a…
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First-Year Students at PC Explore Service Entrepreneurship
December 10, 2023
A class for first-year students at Presbyterian College found new ways to combat and even fix social problems in their communities. The class, taught by PC business professor Karen Mattison,…
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Laurens County Sheriff’s Office Holds Annual Christmas Dinner and Employee Recognition and Event
December 10, 2023
The Laurens County Sheriff’s Office gathered on December 7th for their annual Christmas dinner. The event served not only as a festive occasion but also as an opportunity to reflect…
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Governor Henry McMaster to Reappoint SLED Chief Mark Keel
December 10, 2023
Governor Henry McMaster today announced his decision to reappoint South Carolina Law Enforcement Division Chief Mark Keel immediately following Keel’s brief 30-day retirement from the agency. Keel notified Gov. McMaster of…
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A Dream Unveiled: The Wine Fountain Opening in Fountain Inn
December 10, 2023
In the heart of Fountain Inn, a new gem is about to grace its streets – The Wine Fountain. Scheduled to open its doors on December 15th, this wine haven…
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SC Highway Patrol Troopers Spread Holiday Cheer to More Than 130 Children Impacted by Highway Collisions
December 10, 2023
The South Carolina Highway Patrol, in partnership with the SC Troopers Association and Walmart, brings comfort to children across the state ahead of the holiday season. More than 130 children…
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Tri County Play Collaborative selected to participate in national Nature Everywhere Communities initiative
December 10, 2023
Goal is to increase equitable access to nature The Children & Nature Network, the National League of Cities and KABOOM! have partnered to launch a new initiative designed to increase…
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Intelisys named 2023 US & Canada TSD Partner at Zoom Sales Awards
December 10, 2023
GREENVILLE, SC– Intelisys, a ScanSource (NASDAQ: SCSC) company, and a leading provider of technology services and solutions, announced that the Company is a recipient of the 2023 Zoom Partner Awards…
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Infinity Marketing celebrates 30 years in business
December 10, 2023
Infinity Marketing, an award-winning integrated marketing agency established in 1993, is turning 30 this fall, and no one is prouder than Tony Williams, who has taken the occasion as an…
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The Big Red Barn Retreat receives $175,000 gift from Unum Group
December 10, 2023
Gift will support alternative treatment programs for veterans, active-duty service members and first responders The Big Red Barn Retreat will use a $175,000 gift from Unum Group in celebration of…
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Community Resilience Shines Despite Challenges: American Legion Post 25 and Northview Cemetery
December 10, 2023
In the heart of Laurens, the Northview Cemetery stands as a testament to the community’s history and the sacrifices made by its residents. Maintained by the dedicated members of American…
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High-Speed Rail Between Charlotte and Atlanta with Proposed Stop in Greenville Gains Momentum with New White House Funding
December 10, 2023
In a significant development for the proposed high-speed rail between Charlotte and Atlanta, the project has secured a crucial boost with $500,000 in funding from the Corridor Identification and Development…
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Sheriff Lott, deputies, and the Grinch ring bells for the Salvation Army
December 8, 2023Record-setting Sheriff’s Department welcomes holiday shoppers in northeast Columbia By W. Thomas Smith Jr. FOR THE THIRD YEAR IN A ROW, Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott and deputies with the…
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ILIH’s Spence Taylor named Health Care Hero
December 8, 2023
Dr. Spence Taylor, M.D, the CEO OF Integral Leaders in Health, has been honored as a Health Care Hero, recognizing his decades of work in changing the medical care environment…
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MTC students, faculty, staff, and alumni Invited to audition for Annual Talent Show
December 8, 2023
Open auditions for the MTC Showoff are set for January 23rd. Students, Faculty, Staff, and Alumni who have a special talent could win $1000 as the “Biggest Showoff.” At open…
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South Carolina two-star addresses retiring U.S. military special operators
December 8, 2023Event held on Pearl Harbor Day at Fort Bragg (today Fort Liberty), N.C. Maj. Gen. Tom Mullikin, PhD, delivered the keynote address to the HONOR FOUNDATION GROUP recognizing and celebrating…
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YWCA Greater Charleston announces 2024 MLK Celebration keynote speakers
December 8, 2023
Beginning on January 11, 2024, South Carolinians will come together to celebrate Charleston’s 52nd Annual Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration. Put on by YWCA Greater Charleston each year,…
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Engenius designs and launches new website for DoubleDay Aviation
December 8, 2023
Engenius, a Greenville-based web design agency, launched a new website for DoubleDay Aviation, a Greenville-based charter flight service company specializing in pilot training, aircraft management, airplane brokerage, and acquisition services.…
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Steve Howard joins First Reliance Bank
December 7, 2023
Steve Howard has joined First Reliance Bank as Market President for the Lake Norman/Charlotte Market where he will be responsible for the strategic market expansion of the bank’s footprint. As…
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Liberty Hall Capital Partners appoints Kevin L. Schemm as Operating Advisor and Lead Director of Accurus Aerospace Corporation
December 7, 2023
CHARLESTON, SC – Liberty Hall Capital Partners, a private equity firm focused on investments in businesses serving the global aerospace and defense industry, announced the appointment of Kevin L. Schemm…
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Pillar Holistic Living honored with dual awards in 2023 SC Best in Business
December 7, 2023
Pillar Holistic Living, a premier wellness facility in Greenville, SC, has been honored with the prestigious 2023 SC Best in Business Award by Greenville Business Magazine. This distinguished recognition has…
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Grant Ellis joins the Augusta Road office of C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS
December 7, 2023
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announced that Grant Ellis has joined the company’s Augusta Road office as a sales associate. Grant’s journey into real estate started in 2016…
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Colliers Multifamily Report: Absorption, construction and deliveries remain robust in the third quarter
December 7, 2023
Commercial Real Estate Research & Forecast Report Q3 2023 Greenville-Spartanburg Multifamily Market Highlights Large amounts of deliveries in the second and third quarters decreased occupancy to 88.92% and 88.82%, respectively.…
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Greenville Technical College parade float is designed and created by Welding Students
December 7, 2023
When Greenville Technical College decided on a Liberty Bridge theme for this year’s entry in the city of Greenville’s Poinsettia Christmas Parade, a Welding Blueprint Reading class played a key…
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Christmas card syndrome
December 7, 2023
By Jeff Becraft This was actually first put out there in 2020… but I have come across several people who are really down, discouraged and lonely… so I would like…
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Santa, Richland County EMS deliver toys to benefit Richland County CASA
December 7, 2023
Community donations will go to children in need ahead of holidays One of the area’s happiest holiday traditions continued Wednesday, as Richland County Emergency Medical Services (EMS) staff delivered toys,…
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A Secret Agent’s Sidearm
December 7, 2023The good, the bad, the ugly, and the utterly fascinating By W. Thomas Smith Jr. For years I’ve wanted a Walther PPK pistol; much like my dad always wanted a…
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Local Jewish Federation is Shining A Light on antisemitism
December 7, 2023
As the Jewish community in the Upstate prepares for Hanukkah this week, the Greenville Jewish Federation is taking part in a nationwide antisemitism campaign. Shine A Light is a purpose-driven…
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MD Care Group, ARCpoint join forces to provide fast testing, treatment of viral ailments
December 7, 2023
Two Greenville-based companies are coming together to make it easier, faster and less expensive for patients to receive medical treatment for some potentially life-threatening ailments. MD Care Group, LLC, which…
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Additive Plastics Group expands manufacturing operations in Anderson County
December 7, 2023
$6.2 million investment will create 24 new jobs Additive Plastics Group, LLC (APG), a premier manufacturer of color and additive concentrates, specialty compounds and custom engineered products, today announced it is…
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Kelly Morrow elected to board of S.C. Workers’ Compensation Educational Association
December 7, 2023
Kelly Morrow, a workers’ compensation attorney with Robinson Gray, was voted onto the board of the S.C. Workers’ Compensation Educational Association at the organization’s recent Educational Conference. Her term starts…
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Andrews receives Richland Bar Civic Star Award
December 7, 2023
Stuart Andrews, an attorney at Burnette Shutt & McDaniel, received the Civic Star Award from the Richland County Bar Association. The annual honor recognizes exceptional and meritorious community service. Andrews…
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Stamato joins Morton & Gettys
December 7, 2023
Mary Stamato, a skilled attorney with experience representing clients in York, Union and Lancaster Counties, has joined Morton & Gettys as an associate. She will focus her practice on civil…
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Habitat Greenville dedicates first Bramlett Park home
December 7, 2023
Habitat for Humanity of Greenville County welcomed a new home and new neighborhood to its community of families Wednesday. Jessica Jones became the first homeowner in one of Habitat Greenville’s…
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‘Be the Heart of the Holiday’ Toy Drive benefits Greenwood District 50 students
December 7, 2023
WCRS Radio launched the “Be the Heart of the Holidays” Toy Drive, in collaboration with Greenwood School District 50, to help approximately 300 students in need. “These students, ages 4…
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The Beach Company honored with two Multi-Housing News Excellence Awards
December 7, 2023
The Beach Company received two Multi-Housing News (MHN) Excellence Awards at MHN’s 17th Annual Celebration on November 30 in New York City. The Beach Company won Bronze for Best ESG…
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JTEKT North America expands manufacturing operation in Greenville
December 7, 2023
Global company to invest $48.4 million, add 87 jobs at Greenville, SC facility JTEKT North America, a global leader in engineering and manufacturing automotive systems, bearing solutions and high-performance machine tools,…
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Generous donation from former professor creates Lipovsky Family Clinical Counseling Scholarship at The Citadel
December 7, 2023
A former Citadel professor is giving back to the school by establishing a scholarship for psychology students in The Citadel Graduate College. Julie Lipovsky, Ph.D., ABPP, a retired faculty member…
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Darius Starks ’16 to debut at Newberry Opera House
December 7, 2023
Darius Starks, a 2016 Newberry College graduate, has been playing saxophone since the age of 10. Nineteen years later, and seven after earning his music degree, he is coming home…
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NAI Earle Furman welcomes new Operations Director
December 7, 2023
NAI Earle Furman, a leading full service commercial real estate firm in the Carolinas, recently welcomed a new Operations Director to their Greenville office. Kelly Craig: Operations Director Prior to…
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Lexington County Council recognizes Midlands Technical College President
December 7, 2023
Midlands Technical College (MTC) President Dr. Ronald L. Rhames was honored during the Lexington County Council’s December 6 meeting. A resolution was presented to Dr. Rhames for being “a driving…
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Converse University receives donation from Food Lion Feeds Charitable Foundation
December 7, 2023
Feeding the Hungry grant addresses food insecurity; supports nutrition education Converse University has received $1,500 from the Food Lion Feeds Charitable Foundation to help nourish neighbors experiencing hunger. The Feeding…
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Homeless No More to hold Holiday Shop for families on December 11th
December 7, 2023
Homeless No More will hold its annual Holiday Shop for the homeless families with children at Family Shelter and St. Lawrence Place on Monday, December 11th. The Holiday Shop gives…
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