Chamber announces 17 participants in its 2019 Minority Business Accelerator
January 15, 2019The Greenville Chamber kicked off its 2019 Minority Business Accelerator (MBA) program with 17 new and sustaining participants on January 8, 2019. MBA participants represent minority-owned, women-owned and veteran-owned…
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Sherman College Chiropractors named to Top 33 D.C.s of 2018
January 15, 2019More than a dozen Sherman College alumni, employees, trustees and supporters have been named to the Top 33 Chiropractors of 2018 list published by Schübel Vision Elite, which highlights “the…
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High Spirits Hospitality welcomes new Marketing Manager
January 15, 2019High Spirits Hospitality has added Carter Perry as its new Marketing Manager. A native of South Carolina, Perry received two bachelor’s degrees from The College of Charleston in business administration…
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Joyner Commercial announces January transactions
January 15, 2019Joyner Commercial, the Commercial Division of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner Realtors®, announced the following transactions completed by its team of commercial real estate professionals. Greg Huff represents the…
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Gov. Henry McMaster unveils Fiscal Year 2019-20 Executive Budget
January 15, 2019
Governor Henry McMaster announced the FY 2019-20 Executive Budget – a fiscally responsible budget that invests heavily in K-12 education, returns $200 million of surplus funds back to the taxpayers…
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Sherman College Chiropractors named to Top 33 D.C.s of 2018
January 15, 2019More than a dozen Sherman College alumni, employees, trustees and supporters have been named to the Top 33 Chiropractors of 2018 list published by Schübel Vision Elite, which highlights “the…
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High Spirits Hospitality welcomes new Marketing Manager
January 15, 2019
High Spirits Hospitality has added Carter Perry as its new Marketing Manager. A native of South Carolina, Perry received two bachelor’s degrees from The College of Charleston in business administration…
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Joyner Commercial announces January transactions
January 15, 2019
Joyner Commercial, the Commercial Division of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner Realtors®, announced the following transactions completed by its team of commercial real estate professionals. Greg Huff represents the…
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docs24 Intent on Customizing, Revolutionizing Marketing Solutions with Addition of North American Operations in Greenville
January 15, 2019
Agile marketing, business content and brand management solution provider assists organizations globally by enhancing quality, ensuring consistency, improving efficiency of mission-critical messaging Edinburgh, Scotland-based docs24, a provider of a revolutionary…
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BDS Technologies, LLC to develop first manufacturing facility in Laurens County
January 14, 2019Construction is underway on Hunter Industrial Park facility with $17 million investment BDS Technologies, LLC (BDS) has announced plans to develop a manufacturing operation in Laurens County. “BDS Technologies is…
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More South Carolina teachers leaving and more vacancies to fill in 2018-19
January 14, 2019
The Center for Educator Recruitment, Retention, and Advancement (CERRA) has released its South Carolina (SC) Annual Educator Supply and Demand Report. At the beginning of the 2018-19 school year, districts…
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Lumos Networks and Spirit Communications rebrand as SEGRA
January 14, 2019
New name marks launch of combined company dedicated to customers and employees Lumos Networks Corp. and Spirit Communications announced that the two companies have been rebranded as SEGRASM. In announcing…
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docs24 Intent on Customizing, Revolutionizing Marketing Solutions with Addition of North American Operations in Greenville
January 14, 2019Agile marketing, business content and brand management solution provider assists organizations globally by enhancing quality, ensuring consistency, improving efficiency of mission-critical messaging Edinburgh, Scotland-based docs24, a provider of a revolutionary…
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Furman Undergraduate Evening Studies engages business community with 2019 Advisory Council
January 14, 2019
Furman University’s Undergraduate Evening Studies (UES) has announced the new members of its 2019 Advisory Council, which supports and advocates for the program that provides working adults the opportunity to…
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Greenville County Redevelopment Authority announces a notice of funding availability for the new Greenville County Affordable Housing Fund
January 14, 2019
The Greenville County Redevelopment Authority (GCRA) announces the Availability of Funding for the newly established Greenville County Affordable Housing Fund (GCAHF) and is requesting proposals from non-profit and for-profit housing developers.…
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O’Neal Inc. Senior Project Manager
January 14, 2019
O’Neal Inc., a Greenville-based integrated design and construction firm, has hired Allen Wilson as Senior Project Manager. Wilson has more than 30 years of engineering and construction experience. He previously…
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O’Neal Inc. hires Architect
January 14, 2019
O’Neal Inc., a Greenville-based integrated design and construction firm, has hired Michael Brown as Architect. Brown has more than 5 years of architecture experience. He previously worked for Cor3 Design…
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Top Grossing Movies – January 14
January 14, 2019
Theatrical grosses from comScore Week of 01/11/2019 to 01/17/2019 Rank Title Rating Distributor Weeks Weekend Locs Weekend Gross Cumulative 1 The Upside PG13 STX Entertainment 1 3,080 $20,355,000 $20,355,000…
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Sixty-three complete doctor of chiropractic program at Sherman College
January 14, 2019Sixty-three students from around the world received the doctor of chiropractic degree from Sherman College of Chiropractic in Spartanburg, SC, on Saturday, December 15, 2018. The college’s 134th commencement was…
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Events at The Children’s Museum is latest High Spirits Hospitality venture
January 14, 2019The Children’s Museum of the Upstate has paired with High Spirits Hospitality to offer guests a unique event experience. This new partnership, Events at The Children’s Museum of the Upstate,…
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CEO Paul Mashburn completes service as Chairman for Carolinas AGC
January 14, 2019
Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Mashburn Construction, Paul Mashburn has completed his year of service as Chairman of the Board for Carolinas Associated General Contractors (CAGC). Paul says, “I am…
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Jackson hires Jerica Norris as staff accountant
January 14, 2019Jackson Marketing, Motorsports & Events, South Carolina’s second-largest integrated marketing communication and events agency, has hired Jerica Norris as staff accountant. Norris comes to Jackson with experience in accounting, finance…
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Womble Bond Dickinson (US) LLP launches Womble Bond Dickinson Lobby LLC to provide government relations services in South Carolina
January 14, 2019
Lobbyists John DeWorken & Sunnie Harmon to lead WBD Lobby Womble Bond Dickinson (US) LLP has launched WBD Lobby, a new subsidiary that will provide government relations and professional lobbying…
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LS3P announces new leadership roles
January 14, 2019LS3P, an architecture, interiors, and planning firm with eight offices in North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgia, is pleased to announce several key leadership changes effective February 1, 2019. •…
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Legal Marketing Association’s Southeastern Region announces its 2019 Columbia Local Steering Committee leadership
January 14, 2019
The Legal Marketing Association’s (LMA) Southeastern Region announced its Columbia Local Steering Committee leadership for 2019. The Southeastern Region is one of the largest in the international organization of LMA,…
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Ken May to retire from S.C. Arts Commission after 33 years
January 14, 2019
Ken May will retire from leading the South Carolina Arts Commission in 2019 after 33 years working to improve equity in and access to the state’s arts, culture, and traditions.…
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Events at The Children’s Museum is latest High Spirits Hospitality venture
January 14, 2019The Children’s Museum of the Upstate has paired with High Spirits Hospitality to offer guests a unique event experience. This new partnership, Events at The Children’s Museum of the Upstate,…
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Sixty-three complete doctor of chiropractic program at Sherman College
January 14, 2019Sixty-three students from around the world received the doctor of chiropractic degree from Sherman College of Chiropractic in Spartanburg, SC, on Saturday, December 15, 2018. The college’s 134th commencement was…
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LS3P announces new leadership roles
January 14, 2019
LS3P, an architecture, interiors, and planning firm with eight offices in North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgia, is pleased to announce several key leadership changes effective February 1, 2019. •…
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Jackson hires Jerica Norris as staff accountant
January 14, 2019
Jackson Marketing, Motorsports & Events, South Carolina’s second-largest integrated marketing communication and events agency, has hired Jerica Norris as staff accountant. Norris comes to Jackson with experience in accounting, finance…
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Prisma Health launches national search for new CEO
January 11, 2019
Prisma Health has launched a national search for its new chief executive officer (CEO) to lead the organization formed by the partnership of South Carolina’s largest health care systems, Greenville…
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Renewable Properties launching new solar projects in Spartanburg County
January 11, 2019
Company investing $22.7 million in solar farm development Renewable Properties, a leading developer in the residential, commercial and utility-scale solar markets, is growing its solar farm portfolio with seven new…
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Stuart Mauney receives the Greenville Bar Association’s Tommy Thomason Award
January 11, 2019
The Greenville County Bar Association has honored attorney C. Stuart Mauney of Gallivan White Boyd with the prestigious Tommy Thomason Award. Thomason was a distinguished member of the Greenville Bar Association who practiced law for…
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Spartanburg Water announces a promotion in Human Resources
January 10, 2019
Spartanburg Water announcee the promotion of Hariette Stinson to the position of Human Resources Manager. In her new role, Hariette is responsible for planning, directing and supervising all aspects and activities…
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Spartanburg Water announces new hire
January 10, 2019
Spartanburg Water is pleased to announce the employment of Charles Logue in the position of Special Projects Manager for the Technical Services Section of the organization. In his new role…
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CDS receives Charity Navigator’s highest rating for fourth year in a row
January 10, 2019
The Center for Developmental Services (CDS) recently earned the highest awarded rating from Charity Navigator for the fourth year in a row. The coveted 4-star rating shows an organization’s strong…
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Cushman & Wakefield | Thalhimer reports the following recent lease transactions in the Greenville, SC area
January 10, 2019Waddell & Reed Financial, Inc. leased 1,100 square feet of office space at 130 Milestone Way, Greenville, SC. Kyle Berdugo and Laura Harmon handled the lease negotiations on behalf of…
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Furman University Communications receives three CASE Awards
January 10, 2019
CASE District III has honored Furman University Communications with three awards in recognition of the office’s work to support the university’s initiatives—including the Grand Award for book design for “In…
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Greenville Tech Foundation and The Furman Co. partner to grow the culinary and hospitality workforce while allowing more people to benefit from the sector’s success
January 10, 2019
The Greenville Tech Foundation and The Furman Co. are partnering to meet workforce needs within the growing restaurant and hospitality industry while bringing opportunity and pathways for economic mobility to…
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First Citizens Bank, First South Bancorp, Inc. announce merger agreement
January 10, 2019
First-Citizens Bank & Trust Company (known as First Citizens Bank) and First South Bancorp, Inc. announced the signing of a definitive merger agreement. The agreement provides for the acquisition of…
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The Sweetery to launch new flavor of Wine Sticks at national show
January 10, 2019ANDERSON, S.C – The family owned bakery, The Sweetery, will be introducing its latest creation – a biscotti like snack that can be paired with a Bloody Mary or sweet…
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The Sweetery to launch new flavor of Wine Sticks at national show
January 10, 2019
ANDERSON, S.C – The family owned bakery, The Sweetery, will be introducing its latest creation – a biscotti like snack that can be paired with a Bloody Mary or sweet…
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2019 Inaugural Address, Governor Henry McMaster
January 9, 2019
Inaugural Address as Prepared for Delivery Wednesday, January 9, 2019 The Statehouse, Columbia GOVERNOR HENRY McMASTER: It is another beautiful day in South Carolina. Thank you for coming. Words cannot…
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Michelin adds innovation partnership with Daimler Trucks
January 9, 2019
Michelin North America, Inc. is partnering with Daimler Trucks North America (“DTNA”) on a key feature of the recently announced Freightliner Cascadia Class 8 heavy-duty truck. Three years in development,…
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The Peace Center will screen the 2019 OSCAR® Nominated Short Films – Animation, Live Action and Documentary
January 9, 2019
The Peace Center will screen the 2019 OSCAR® Nominated Short Films – Animation, Live Action and Documentary – in the Gunter Theatre, Feb. 15-18. Animation screening: Friday, Feb. 15, at 6 p.m.…
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Samuel Hook named executive director of the SC School for the Deaf and the Blind Foundation
January 9, 2019
The South Carolina School for the Deaf and the Blind Foundation has a new leader. The foundation’s board of trustees has appointed Samuel Hook to serve as executive director of…
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Hispanic Alliance unveils community needs assessment evaluating the current state of the Hispanic/Latino Community of Greenville County
January 9, 2019
The Hispanic Alliance, in partnership with the Community Foundation of Greenville and Furman University, is hosting a special event to unveil Hispanics in Greenville, a needs assessment study evaluating the…
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O’Neal Inc. hires Project Controllers
January 9, 2019
O’Neal Inc., a Greenville-based integrated design and construction firm, has hired William Mere and Kathryn Blake as Project Controllers. Mere has more than 10 years of project controls experience. He…
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CarolinaPower hires Michael Sease as Business Development Manager
January 9, 2019CarolinaPower, a leading employee-owned electrical contractor with four offices in South Carolina, has hired Michael Sease as Business Development Manager. Based in the company’s Upstate (S.C.) office, Sease will focus…
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Graham elected Chairman of the Senate Judiciary Committee
January 9, 2019
United States Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) has been elected to serve as the Chairman of the Senate Judiciary Committee. Established in 1816 as one of the original standing committees…
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