NAI Earle Furman welcomes new Staff Accountant
March 14, 2024
NAI Earle Furman, a leading full-service commercial real estate firm in the Carolinas, recently welcomed a new Staff Accountant to their Greenville office. Diane Adams has an extensive background in…
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Countybank promotes Peggy Chamblee to Retail Banking Manager
March 14, 2024
Countybank announced that Peggy Chamblee has been promoted to Vice President, Retail Banking Manager. In this leadership position, she will be responsible for managing Countybank’s financial centers. Chamblee will also…
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County sets groundbreaking for $5.2M in improvements to Sunset Drive
March 14, 2024
Upgrades will include a sidewalk, plus road and utility enhancements Richland County staff will soon announce a neighborhood improvement project along Sunset Drive in Columbia, just north of downtown. Beginning…
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Leah Suárez: A Celebration of Women in Jazz
March 14, 2024
Leah Suárez, one of Charleston’s premier vocalists, will lead her jazz ensemble in a Celebration of Women in Jazz in the Capers Hall auditorium on Thursday, March 21, at 6:30…
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NP Strategy expands social media team
March 14, 2024
Digital Media Specialist Maryanne Grinnell Joins NP Strategy NP Strategy, a strategic communications firm providing crisis, media and public relations assistance, continues to expand its social media team with the…
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Leadership Columbia Class of 2024 announces class project
March 14, 2024
Leadership Columbia partners with Serve & Connect The Leadership Columbia Class of 2024 (LC24) announced its partnership with Serve & Connect. As part of the Leadership Columbia program, each class…
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The Golden Gloved Artist
March 14, 2024
By Tom Poland During my not quite 10 years at the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources I worked among talented illustrators, filmmakers, designers, photographers, and artists. I watched…
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Why I Don’t Text
March 14, 2024
By Jeff Becraft People have asked me over the years, “Why don’t you text?” Some people even get aggravated with me about it. There are various reasons, but one…
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Colliers Columbia Retail Report: Population growth drives absorption and lower vacancy
March 14, 2024
Commercial Real Estate Research & Forecast Report Q4 2023 Columbia Retail Market Highlights Retail in Columbia performed well in the fourth quarter of 2023 with overall healthy indications for 2024.…
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Recruiting red flags (and how to fix them)
March 14, 2024
By Kamber Parker Bowden Founder of The YoPro Know While blatant red flags like unprofessional interview conduct are easily recognized and avoided by young professionals, your company may be creating…
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City of Charleston announces critical Active Flooding Mitigation Plan to enhance emergency management preparedness
March 14, 2024
Today, Mayor William Cogswell announced a significant flooding initiative to bolster preparedness and response capabilities in the face of severe weather threats. This initiative will provide increased accountability on city…
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Jeddie Suddeth named 2024 Best Lawyers® “Lawyer of the Year” for Real Estate in Charleston
March 14, 2024
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. announced that James H. “Jeddie” Suddeth III was recently recognized by Best Lawyers as the 2024 “Lawyer of the Year” for Real Estate in Charleston. Only…
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Celebrate The Season raises more than $154,000 for local charities
March 14, 2024Celebrate The Season will donate $154,426 in 2023 event proceeds to local charities in the coming weeks. The annual holiday lights driving tour and festival, presented by Berkeley Electric Cooperative…
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Candidate Filing for June Partisan Primaries Opens Saturday March 16
March 13, 2024
The filing period for 2024 June Partisan Primaries begins on Saturday, March 16 at noon thru Monday, April 1 at noon. Anyone wishing to run for the 2024 primary seats…
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Join the Celebration: Presbyterian College Women’s Basketball Watch Party & NCAA Tournament Selection Show
March 13, 2024
Last Sunday, the Presbyterian College women’s basketball team etched their names in college history by clinching the Big South Championship. With their eyes set on the national stage, the team…
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Colliers | South Carolina promotes Kevin Pogue to Vice President
March 13, 2024
Colliers | South Carolina announced the promotion of Kevin Pogue to the role of Vice President. He has been with Colliers since 2022, when he joined the firm’s Spartanburg office…
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Credit One Charleston Open announces preliminary player field featuring top ranked players and Grand Slam champions
March 13, 2024
Player field highlighted by five Grand Slam champions, five Charleston champions and four top 10 players The Credit One Charleston Open, the largest women’s-only professional tennis tournament in North America, has…
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Fripp Island named among the South’s Best by Southern Living
March 13, 2024
Island recognized as one of the “Best Islands in South Carolina” FRIPP ISLAND, S.C. – Fripp Island is one of the South’s Best, honored by Southern Living as one of the…
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Art Blossoms opening celebration
March 13, 2024
Wednesday, March 20, 2024 6:00 pm-8:00 pm Shake off those winter blues with the Columbia Museum of Art! Celebrate the start of spring and the opening of Art Blossoms, your museum’s annual…
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Fireflies expanding game day experience packages
March 13, 2024
In April and May, fans can enjoy Jedi Training and Princess Tea Parties This year, the Columbia Fireflies are ramping up their game day experience packages at Segra Park. The…
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Germany’s Great Bavarian Circus makes its Columbia debut playing SC State Fairgrounds
March 13, 2024
April 5-21 Tickets On Sale Now for Electrifying Extravaganza Melding Oktoberfest with Circus Germany’s Great Bavarian Circus makes its Columbia, SC, debut at the SC State Fairgrounds from April 5-21.…
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Ronald McDonald House Charities of Columbia, SC makes fundraising history with 2024 Black Tie Gala
March 13, 2024
On Friday, March 1, 2024 with the help of the event’s Presenting Sponsor, Capital Waste Services, LLC, Ronald McDonald House Charities Columbia, SC, experienced one of the most significant event successes…
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Get Your Taxes Done for Free: United Way of Laurens County’s Free Tax Preparation Program for Qualified Individuals
March 13, 2024
Tax season can be stressful, especially for individuals and families who may not have the means to afford professional tax preparation services. However, thanks to the United Way of Laurens…
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Overdue: Curated for the Creative set for Friday, March 15th
March 13, 2024
Join Richland Library for This FREE, After-Hours Program WHAT: Overdue WHEN: March 15 | 7-11 p.m. WHERE: Richland Library Main(1431 Assembly St., 29201) WHO: Adults, ages 18 & older Experience a night of creativity and…
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City of Charleston invites high school students to apply for Mayor’s Youth Commission
March 13, 2024
The City of Charleston is pleased to announce that applications are now open for the Mayor’s Youth Commission (MYC). This esteemed commission provides a platform for rising 9th through 12th-grade…
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South Carolina Secretary of State’s website receives 2023 Notable State Document Award
March 13, 2024
The Secretary of State’s Office received the 2023 Notable State Document Award from the South Carolina State Library for its website. Each year, the South Carolina State Library recognizes several…
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City of Columbia Business License Division gives reminder to renew business license
March 13, 2024WHO: City of Columbia Business Licenses Division WHAT: The City of Columbia 2023 business License expires on April 30, 2024. Please renew timely for your 2024 Business License to avoid penalties which…
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PTC announces recipients of NISOD Excellence Awards
March 13, 2024
Piedmont Technical College (PTC) is proud to announce its recipients of the annual National Institute for Staff and Organizational Development (NISOD) Excellence Awards. This year’s honorees from PTC are Lakeya…
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Lander’s Mentley to Discuss History of Pilgrimage in Community Lecture
March 13, 2024
The community is invited to join Lander University and the Arts Center of Greenwood for the sixth and last installment of the 2023-24 Community Lecture Series Tuesday, April 2, at…
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Award-Winning MODELS Academy: Transforming the lives of African American men
March 13, 2024
MODELS Academy at Piedmont Technical College (PTC) has been chosen as this year’s recipient of the SC Technical College System’s highly esteemed A. Wade Martin Innovation Team of the Year…
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Ron Rash joins Upstate Forever’s Advisory Council
March 13, 2024
Upstate Forever is pleased to announce that the acclaimed writer Ron Rash has joined its Advisory Council. Described by The New York Times as “one of the great American authors at work today,”…
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Calling All Actors: Audition for “Breaking Up Is Hard to Do” at Laurens County Community Theatre!
March 13, 2024
Are you ready to hit the stage and showcase your talent? The Laurens County Community Theatre (LCCT) is thrilled to announce auditions for its upcoming summer production, “Breaking Up Is…
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Making a Difference: Call for Volunteer Arbitrators for Juvenile Arbitration Program
March 13, 2024
In a world where the future of our communities is shaped by the actions of our youth, initiatives that provide second chances and avenues for rehabilitation are crucial. The Volunteer…
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Renew Your 2024 Business License with the City of Clinton: Deadline Approaching
March 13, 2024
As the deadline for 2024 business license renewals draws near, the City of Clinton urges all business owners operating within the city limits to ensure they are up to date…
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PTC Foundation ‘Spring Forward’ 5K Run/Walk set for March 23
March 13, 2024
The Piedmont Technical College Foundation is preparing to hold its third annual Spring Forward for Student Success 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, March 23, 2024, on a USA Track and Field-certified…
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Golden Career Strategies CEO Stacey Bevill joins board for South Carolina Roundtable, part of Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP)
March 12, 2024
Stacey Bevill, Owner and CEO of Greenville-based Golden Career Strategies, has joined the Board for the South Carolina Roundtable, part of the Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP). This…
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Spring brings Art Blossoms back to the CMA
March 12, 2024
Fun floral fundraiser runs March 21 through 24 The Columbia Museum of Art presents the return of Art Blossoms, a beautifully botanical exhibition experience and museum fundraiser on view Thursday,…
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Lowcountry student is state Poetry Out Loud champ
March 12, 2024
The state finals for Poetry Out Loud, a national poetry recitation and performance competition, yielded a new state champion from Charleston who will represent South Carolina in the national competition.…
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R&R Resolute Staffing elevates client experience with addition of Front Office Coordinator
March 12, 2024
R & R Resolute Staffing Firm (R&R), a woman owned employment agency focused on contract, contract-to-permanent, & direct hire positions, announced the addition of Brittany Langston as Front Office Coordinator.…
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CBSHS receives funding to elevate opioid use disorder treatment programs in rural communities
March 12, 2024
Researchers in the Clemson University College of Behavioral, Social and Health Sciences (CBSHS) have received $5.5 million from the National Institutes of Health’s (NIH) National Institute on Drug Abuse to…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Nate Lamb, Simple Start LLC
March 12, 2024
The Who’s on the Move, Entrepreneur Minute is an interview in support of the undeniable impact that entrepreneurs have on our communities. We will be highlighting 20 entrepreneurs in each of…
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Medicinal Whiskey Charity is hosting a Kentucky Derby Party
March 12, 2024
Benefiting Clement’s Kindness Fund for the Children and Prisma Health Children’s Hospital BI-LO Charities Children’s Cancer Center Medicinal Whiskey Charity is hosting a Kentucky Derby Party on Saturday, May 4,…
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Potential economic impact of professional licensures for lawfully present workforce to be unveiled at March 25 event
March 12, 2024
GREENVILLE, SC – A report authored by Clemson University researchers that explores the economic impact of allowing lawfully present workers to receive occupational and professional licenses in various sectors will…
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Apogee Equity Partners facilitates the sale of Columbus, OH-based HVAC company
March 12, 2024
Timmerman Capital, a Columbus-based investment firm, announced the completion of its acquisition of Franklin Heating Cooling & Refrigeration, Inc., a leading HVAC repair and installation service company located in Central…
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Consumer Price Index summary for February 2024
March 12, 2024
The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) increased 0.4 percent in February on a seasonally adjusted basis, after rising 0.3 percent in January, the U.S. Bureau of Labor…
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ShalomFest coming back after a four-year hiatus
March 12, 2024
Returning for its 12th year following a four-year hiatus, the Upstate SC Jewish Festival event will be happening on April 7. ShalomFest will feature choir performances, Israeli dancing demonstrations, exhibits…
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Spoleto Festival USA announces enchanting candlelit choral performance
March 12, 2024
May 31; Cathedral of St. Luke and St. Paul; 9:00pm; tickets available now Spoleto Festival USA, America’s premier performing arts festival, announced the addition of a third choral concert to…
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Compass of Carolina announces 2024 Board of Directors
March 12, 2024It is with much gratitude that we announce the Compass of Carolina’s 2024 Board Officers and Directors: John Riddle (ELLIOTT DAVIS) as Chairman, Heather Volz (FIDELITY BANK) as Vice-Chairwoman, James…
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Spartanburg Community College announces new School of Education
March 12, 2024
In a move to address the growing demand for qualified educators in the Upstate, Spartanburg Community College (SCC) proudly announces the creation of its new School of Education. This dedicated…
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Huggins recommends weighted student funding model, increased pay for employees, cuts to administration
March 12, 2024
Charleston County School District (CCSD) Superintendent of Schools Anita Huggins and district staff members presented a new budget model designed to provide more resources to schools. Huggins also proposed an…
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