Garvin Design Group’s Interiors at Hammond School Science & Innovation Center win Honorable Mention at IIDA DesignWorks
May 1, 2019
Garvin Design Group’s interior design at Hammond School’s Science & Innovation Center in Columbia earned Honorable Mention in the Education category at IIDA Carolinas’ DesignWorks 2019. Per the International Interior…
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SCCADVASA’s “REALationships IQ” quiz helps parents and teens discuss healthy relationships
May 1, 2019
It’s official: The REALationships101 campaign and its new REALationships IQ quiz is a hit with teens and parents across South Carolina. In March, the S.C. Coalition Against Domestic Violence and…
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Professional Builders Supply set to open Greenville
May 1, 2019
Lee & Associates, a nationwide leader in commercial real estate services, announces that Professional Builders Supply, the largest independently owned building material supplier based in the Carolina’s will continue its…
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Mumford Industries Inc. upgrades increase plastic recycling / reprocessing capacity
May 1, 2019
Mumford Industries Inc. a recycler and reprocessor of industrial plastic scrap recently completed phase 2 of their 2019 upgrades by installing an enhanced metal detection system to further improve their…
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Creative Builders, Inc. welcomes Vaughn West as Project Superintendent
April 30, 2019
Creative Builders, Inc. welcomed Vaughn West to the team in the role of Project Superintendent. Vaughn brings over 16 years of valuable experience in various construction management roles and is…
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Greenville Technical College honored with national NCMPR gold award
April 30, 2019
Greenville Technical College’s Marketing and Communications department has been honored with a national gold award from the National Council for Marketing and Public Relations (NCMPR), which recognizes outstanding achievement in…
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Liberty Property Trust signs two deals in the Greenville-Spartanburg market
April 30, 2019Röchling Renews Full Building Lease at Hillside Industrial Park. Liberty Property Trust signed two deals – a renewal and a new lease – at Hillside Industrial Park in Duncan, SC.…
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FUEL adds Mary Church Cornette as Creative Director
April 30, 2019FUEL, a marketing agency in downtown Greenville, SC, specializing in both digital and traditional services, has hired Mary Church Cornette as Creative Director. With a rich history that includes agency…
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Southern Current launching new solar project in Hampton County
April 30, 2019
Company investing $14 million in solar farm development . Southern Current, is expanding its solar farm portfolio with a new, 10-megawatt facility in Hampton County. The company is investing $14…
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Immedion hires Kent Stanton as Sales Executive for Managed IT Services in Spartanburg
April 30, 2019
Immedion LLC, announced the hiring of Kent Stanton as Sales Executive for their Managed IT Services. In his new role, Kent will be responsible for representing Immedion’s suite of Managed…
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Davis Services, Inc. wins prestigious national award for training excellence
April 30, 2019
Davis Services, Inc., a local Upstate HVAC contractor, was recently honored with a prestigious national award at the National Comfort Institute’s annual conference held in Orlando, Fla. Davis Services, Inc.…
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Kopis celebrates 20th anniversary this month
April 30, 2019
Andrew Kurtz had one clear goal when he decided to leave his job in 1999 and focus on creating custom software that lead to real solutions for customers. That was…
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Select Bancorp reports first quarter 2019 earnings
April 30, 2019Select Bancorp, Inc., the holding company for Select Bank & Trust Company, reported net income for the quarter ended March 31, 2019 of $3.3 million with basic and diluted earnings…
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Chambers USA 2019 recognizes Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd as a leading firm
April 30, 2019
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd is pleased to announce that the firm has been recognized in the 2019 edition of Chambers USA: America’s Leading Lawyers for Business. Chambers USA has ranked the…
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Top Grossing Movies -April 29, 2019
April 29, 2019
Theatrical grosses from comScore Week of 04/26/2019 to 05/02/2019 Rank Title Weeks Weekend Gross Cumulative 1 Avengers: Endgame 1 $357,115,007 $357,115,007 2 Captain Marvel 8 $8,312,751 $413,841,798 3 The…
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Bob Jones University to hold 92nd commencement exercises Friday, May 3
April 29, 2019Over 600 students will receive degrees at the 92nd annual commencement of Bob Jones University Friday, May 3. The two-hour program begins at 2 p.m. in BJU’s Founder’s Memorial…
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Navistar and International Dealer donate truck tractor to Greenville Tech’s Diesel Program
April 29, 2019Photo: Brian Easler, transportation technologies department head at Greenville Technical College (GTC); Rick Todd, president and CEO, South Carolina Trucking Association; George C. (Buddy) Smith, fleet sales manager, southeast region,…
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UofSC decides to continue the search for its next president
April 27, 2019
After interviewing the four presidential candidates recommended by the University of South Carolina Presidential Candidate Search Committee, the Board of Trustees voted to continue the search for the 29th…
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Norwegian Cruise Line sets sail for talent with innovative recruiting initiative in South Carolina
April 26, 2019
Cruising for a great job? Norwegian Cruise Line and Upstate South Carolina have just the answer for you. Globally acclaimed Norwegian Cruise Line is expanding its at-home reservations agent initiative…
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Department of Commerce launches new S.C. innovation resource
April 26, 2019
The S.C. Department of Commerce’s Office of Innovation announced the launch of Scribble – an online tool for the state’s innovation community. Providing individuals and businesses a platform to access…
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CeramTec North America to expand Laurens County operations
April 26, 2019
Advanced ceramics manufacturer CeramTec North America is once again expanding its existing facility in Laurens County. CeramTec North America, the first ceramic-to-metal seal manufacturer in the world, is a global organization with…
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Statement from Gov. Henry McMaster on offshore drilling
April 26, 2019
Governor Henry McMaster issued the following statement in response to the U.S. Department of the Interior’s decision to indefinitely halt plans to expand offshore drilling operations: “Today’s announcement is great news.…
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GCM seeks Executive Director
April 26, 2019
The executive board at Greer Community Ministries (GCM) has announced the search for a new executive director. Qualified candidates should apply through the ministry’s website, gcminc.org. Responsibilities include leading the…
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U.S. economy shows resilience, grows 3.2% in first quarter of 2019
April 26, 2019
Dr. Chad Moutray, NAM Chief Economist Despite a multitude of challenges—slowing global growth, the partial government shutdown, trade policy uncertainties, a strong U.S. dollar—the U.S. economy showed its resilience in…
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S.C. Treasurer Curtis Loftis & Rep. West Cox present Piedmont businessman $26,000 in Unclaimed Property
April 26, 2019
State Treasurer Curtis Loftis and State Representative West Cox of Williamston made an upstate businessman’s day when they presented him more than $26,000 in unclaimed property. Each year Treasurer Loftis…
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SCMA honors companies for Excellence in Corporate Responsibility
April 25, 2019
At its statewide annual meeting in Charleston, the South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance awarded 20 South Carolina manufacturing facilities with its Corporate Responsibility Award for their accomplishments in 2018. The Award…
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Ten at the Top to host Upstate Air Quality Advisory meeting
April 25, 2019
Ten at the Top (TATT), in recognition of National Air Quality Awareness Week (April 29 – May 3), is hosting the 2019 convening of the Upstate Air Quality Advisory Committee…
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Complete PR earns Platinum and Two Gold Awards in Hermes competition
April 25, 2019
Complete PR took home its third-consecutive Gold Hermes Award for its Buzz blog as part of an overall haul of five honors in the international competition. Complete PR took home…
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Max Metcalf elected Chairman of the South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance
April 24, 2019
The South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance (SCMA) has elected Max Metcalf, Manager of Government and Community Relations at BMW Manufacturing Company, LLC, as the next Chairman of the organization’s Board of Directors. The…
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IPSUM Technologies, LLC launching new Pickens County production operations
April 24, 2019
Manufacturing Company Creating Approximately 55 New Jobs IPSUM Technologies, a high-tech, advanced manufacturing company serving a variety of industries, today announced plans to launch new production operations in Pickens County.…
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Furman Dean of Faculty Ken Peterson named VP for academic affairs and provost
April 24, 2019
Ken Peterson, who has served as Dean of the Faculty at Furman University since February 2017, has been named Vice President for Academic Affairs and Provost, Furman President Elizabeth Davis…
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Mark your calendars BBB® & AARP® secure your ID “Shred Day”
April 24, 2019
Better Business Bureau of the Upstate & AARP® South Carolina are partnering together to host Shred Day, a national event created to promote identity theft and fraud awareness. On Friday,…
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Missionary Andrew Brunson to deliver Erskine commencement address
April 24, 2019
Erskine College and Theological Seminary will mark the completion of the 2018-19 academic year with a commencement ceremony Saturday, May 4, at 10:30 a.m. under the towers of the Erskine…
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United Community Banks, Inc. reports EPS of $0.55 and ROA of 1.44% for Q1 2019
April 24, 2019
United Community Banks, Inc. (NASDAQ: UCBI) (“United”) announced its first quarter financial results, including solid year-over-year loan and deposit growth, improved operating efficiency and continued strong asset quality. Reported diluted…
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Kopis hires Sarah Dant as new account manager
April 24, 2019
Greenville’s leading software development company, Kopis, has hired Sarah Dant as an account manager. Dant attended Clemson University for Business Management and brings a wide-range of experience into this new…
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Chapman Cultural Center receives support from SunTrust Foundation
April 23, 2019Chapman Cultural Center announced it received a $5,000 grant from the SunTrust Foundation. The grant was used in support of National Youth Art Month. The Council for Art Education (CFAE)…
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Jane Sosebee to deliver spring commencement address
April 23, 2019
Jane S. Sosebee, state President, AT&T South Carolina, will deliver Tri-County Technical College’s spring commencement address. The ceremony will be held Monday, May 6, at 6 p.m. at Clemson University’s…
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Dinners That Inspire Hope – Dining With Friends
April 23, 2019
After a two-year hiatus, AID Upstate revives their popular fundraiser, Dining With Friends. In its twenty-second year, Dining With Friends is an inspirational get-together that brings hope and celebrates the…
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Furman Education Professor Katie Kelly co-authors new book
April 23, 2019
Furman Associate Professor of Education Katie Kelly has published a new book with co-author Lester Laminack, consultant and professor emeritus at Western Carolina University. The book, “Reading to Make a…
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TD Saturday Market returns to Main Street May 4
April 23, 2019
City officials and event partners unveiled a new logo and rebranding for the TD Saturday Market presented by Prisma Health. The market opens its 17thseason on May 4, bringing farm-fresh produce,…
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Riley Institute at Furman receives grant for national afterschool policy fellowship program
April 23, 2019The Riley Institute at Furman University has received a $310,000 grant from the Charles Stewart Mott Foundation for its White-Riley-Peterson (WRP) Policy Fellowship program. The WRP Fellowship equips graduates with…
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United Community Bank names John Golding head of Commercial Banking Solutions
April 23, 2019
United Community Bank announced veteran commercial banker John Golding as its new Head of Commercial Banking Solutions (CBS). Golding has more than 25 years of industry experience offering customer-focused solutions…
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Big Rock Natural Stone & Hardscapes selects Jeff Dezen Public Relations (JDPR) as PR Agency-of-Record
April 23, 2019
JDPR to provide strategic communications as Big Rock undergoes rapid expansion. Big Rock Natural Stone & Hardscapes, the Southeast’s largest provider of natural stone and hardscapes, has selected Jeff Dezen…
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Immedion welcomes Nicole Phillips to human resources team
April 23, 2019
Immedion LLC, a premiere provider of cloud, data center and managed IT services, welcomed Nicole Phillips as Human Resources Specialist. In her new role, Nicole will be responsible for all…
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Southern First results for the first quarter of 2019
April 23, 2019
Southern First Bancshares, Inc., holding company for Southern First Bank, today reported net income available to common shareholders of $6.0 million, or $0.78 per diluted share, for the first quarter…
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Southeastern Freight Lines promotes Mike Redden to director of national accounts
April 23, 2019
Southeastern Freight Lines, the leading provider of regional less-than-truckload (LTL) transportation services, today announced Mike Redden has been promoted to director of national accounts. In his new role, Redden will…
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FUEL adds new developer to interactive team
April 23, 2019FUEL, a marketing agency headquartered in downtown Greenville, SC and specializing in both digital and traditional services, has hired Matthew Garvin as Web Developer. Matthew has extensive experience as a…
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GreenWood, Inc. earns prestigious Lighthouse Beam Safety Award for 9th consecutive year
April 23, 2019
GreenWood, Inc., an integrated maintenance, construction and workforce solutions provider, was recently presented with the Lighthouse Beam Safety Award for achieving excellence in safety performance throughout their organization. The prestigious…
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Joe’s Place Bookstore to celebrate National Independent Bookstore Day
April 23, 2019
Join Joe’s Place Bookstore in celebrating Independent Bookstore Day on Saturday, April 27. The all-day event kicks off with a special brunch option from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and…
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Top Grossing Movies – April 22, 2019
April 23, 2019
Week of 04/19/2019 to 04/25/2019 Rank Title Rating Weeks Weekend Locs Weekend Gross Cumulative 1 The Curse Of La Llorona R 1 3,372 $26,347,631 $26,347,631 2 Shazam! PG13 3 4,183…
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