Researchers to analyze the effectiveness of counseling
December 14, 2023
How meaningful are your counseling sessions? Corrine Sackett, associate professor in the Clemson University College of Education, is conducting research that may help counselors and clinicians answer this question. Through…
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Richland Library awarded Power:Ed grant
December 14, 2023
Funding to Support Career Online High School Students Richland Library is the recipient of a $26,000 grant from Power:Ed, the philanthropy of SC Student Loan. This gift marks the third round of funding…
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AESC expanding Florence County electric vehicle gigafactory
December 14, 2023
AESC, a world-leading electric vehicle battery technology company, announced the expansion of its battery cell facility in Florence County. The $810 million investment will create 450 new jobs. Expected to…
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Quality Enclosures establishes first South Carolina operations in Clarendon County
December 14, 2023
$7.37 million investment will create 50 new jobs Quality Enclosures, a manufacturer of tempered glass shower enclosures, today announced that it will establish new operations in Clarendon County. The company’s…
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City of West Columbia receives highest recognition for financial reporting for the 32nd year
December 14, 2023
For the 32nd consecutive year, the City of West Columbia has been awarded the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting by the Government Finance Officers Association of the…
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Richland One opens application period for magnet choice programs
December 14, 2023
Richland One is accepting applications for students to enroll in magnet choice programs for the 2024-2025 school year. The application deadline is January 31, 2024. Parents will be notified in…
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Fine Arts Center celebrates six students as YoungArts National Competition award winners
December 14, 2023
The Fine Arts Center announced the outstanding achievements of six talented students who have been honored as winners in the prestigious YoungArts National Competition. Every year thousands of student artists…
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10 tips for tax season
December 14, 2023
What you need to know: Make sure you are prepared before tax season arrives! Gather and organize your receipts and documents. Wait until you have the right documents before filing.…
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Raise some dough! Visit Rapid Fired Pizza in 4 SC locations on Tuesday 12/19 to donate 25% of sales to Children’s Cancer Partners of the Carolinas
December 14, 2023
On Tuesday 12/19, eat pizza and raise money for Children’s Cancer Partners of the Carolinas (CCP). It’s a win-win! Visit one of 4 South Carolina Rapid Fired Pizza locations and show the attached…
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Mungo Homes Foundation continues partnership with Emmanuwheel
December 14, 2023
During the 3rd Annual Week of Giving, the Mungo Homes Foundation continued its relationship with EmmanuWheel, who provides wheelchair ramps to the mobility-impaired individuals who cannot afford the cost of…
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Santee Cooper contracts with Lowcountry company to replace 80-ton gate at the Pinopolis Lock
December 14, 2023
For just the second time in the 81-year history of Santee Cooper’s Jefferies Hydroelectric Station, the 80-ton emergency Tainter gate at the Pinopolis Lock is being replaced – with the…
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LRADAC announces Mac Caldwell as new Vice President of Clinical Services
December 14, 2023
LRADAC, the designated alcohol and drug abuse authority for Lexington and Richland Counties, announces that Mac Caldwell has been hired as Vice President of Clinical Services. In his new role,…
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The General’s Hot Sauce donates $7,500 to the Big Red Barn Retreat in Columbia
December 14, 2023
Proceeds Raised at ‘Virtual’ Army-Navy Football Game Tailgate Party The General’s Hot Sauce, a Columbia-based, veteran-owned-and-operated small business, announced a donation of $7,500 to the Big Red Barn Retreat after…
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Riverbanks Zoo and Garden moving forward with Bridge to the Wild
December 14, 2023
County Councils Approve Next Steps for Transformation of Top-Ranked Zoo Riverbanks Zoo and Garden is grateful to Richland and Lexington County Councils and the citizens of the Midlands for their…
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Nelson Mullins names 2024 Partnership Class
December 14, 2023
The partners of Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP have elected 18 attorneys to the partnership effective Jan. 1, 2024. Overall, the firm elected 18 new partners across 10 cities…
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Reedy Reels adds two to its team
December 14, 2023
Two experienced members of the South Carolina film community are joining the team at Piedmont Natural Gas Presents Reedy Reels: The Greenville Festival. Tim Driscoll will be the Program Manager…
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Lander scientist calls on graduates to ‘keep learning, improving as a society’
December 14, 2023
A scientist who struggled to write papers in college told graduates at Lander University’s 168th Commencement on Wednesday (Dec. 13) not be discouraged by obstacles or failure because “the first…
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LTC Hospitality Services brings Winter Wonderland to the Main Street District
December 14, 2023
Embrace the magic of the holiday season as Main Street transforms into a Winter Wonderland, courtesy of LTC Hospitality Services led by Scott Middleton, accompanied by Sara Middleton-Styles and Greg…
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Duke Energy awards $225,000 in grants to organizations making critical home improvements for South Carolina’s seniors
December 14, 2023
Efforts are geared toward needed health and safety home improvements Each of 15 nonprofits across the state received up to $20,000 Duke Energy has awarded $225,000 to South Carolina organizations…
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Leadership Series – George Bailey, Darnall W. and Susan F. Boyd Foundation, Inc.
December 14, 2023
The Who’s on the Move Leadership Series highlights people leading extraordinary change in South Carolina. We will be focusing on the journeys of 12 top leaders per year from across the state…
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Ryan Companies breaks ground on 43,000-square-foot charter school near Charleston
December 14, 2023
Set to deliver next summer, Summerville Preparatory Academy joins the firm’s extensive portfolio of education facilities Ryan Companies, a national commercial real estate solutions provider, recently broke ground on Summerville…
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Alupress, LLC Expanding Operations in Laurens County
December 14, 2023
Nearly $26 million investment will create 64 new jobs Alupress, LLC (Alupress), a manufacturer of automotive die casting components, today announced plans to expand operations in Laurens County. The company’s…
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Resource Financial Services grants more than $1 million in waived lender fees to military service members and their families
December 14, 2023
Resource Financial Services, South Carolina’s largest privately owned mortgage banker, announced it has waived more than one million dollars in lender fees on VA Home Loans since 2020. That’s an…
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Trehel president and chief operating officer Keith Poole named company partner
December 14, 2023
Trehel announced that Keith Poole has a new role as company partner. Poole will maintain his role as president and chief operating officer and become a co-owner of Trehel alongside…
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The main thing
December 14, 2023
By Jeff Becraft (Originally published on MidlandsBiz February 10, 2023) One of my mentors says, “Too many choices and too many voices.” He is right. Taking a shower is a…
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LS3P’s Columbia office recognizes team members’ anniversaries
December 14, 2023
LS3P congratulates eight Columbia team members celebrating their respective anniversaries, ranging from five to fifteen years. Associate Principals Clint Riddle, AIA and David Anderson AIA, along with Senior Associate Rohit…
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LS3P wins for SLED Forensics Lab at IIDA Carolinas DesignWorks Awards
December 14, 2023
LS3P Columbia office was honored with two design awards from the International Interior Design Association (IIDA) Carolinas Chapter at the annual DesignWorks Awards event held in Charlotte, NC December 8th.…
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Bern DuPree selected for Liberty Fellowship Class of 2025
December 13, 2023
Bern DuPree, Director, Furman Capitol Advisors, and Shareholder, NAI Earle Furman, has been selected to join 20 other South Carolina leaders in Liberty Fellowship’s Class of 2025. The Fellowship brings…
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Allen Klump joins SCMA as VP of Government Relations
December 13, 2023
The South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance (SCMA) announced that Allen Klump has joined the organization as its Vice President of Government Relations. “We are excited to welcome Allen to the SCMA…
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Genesis Healthcare, Inc. receives prestigious HRSA Health Center Quality Leader Award for the fourth consecutive year
December 13, 2023
Genesis Healthcare, a leading provider of healthcare services in South Carolina, proudly announces its receipt of the Gold Level Health Center Quality Leader Award from the Health Resources and Services…
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Genesis Healthcare, Inc. receives prestigious HRSA Health Center Quality Leader Award for the fourth consecutive year
December 13, 2023
Genesis Healthcare, a leading provider of healthcare services in South Carolina, proudly announces its receipt of the Gold Level Health Center Quality Leader Award from the Health Resources and Services…
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ScanSource named Distributor of the Year by Extreme Networks
December 13, 2023
ScanSource, Inc., a leading hybrid distributor connecting devices to the cloud, has been recognized by Extreme Networks, a leader in cloud networking, as 2023 Distributor of the Year. ScanSource received…
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Studio 2LR, Inc. Architecture + Interiors earns a 2023 IIDA Carolinas DesignWorks Award
December 13, 2023
Studio 2LR, Inc., an architecture and interior design firm creating impact through transformative design, was the recent Award Winner in the Government/Institutional category for Orangeburg County Library & Conference Center…
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Mingle Jingle: A Festive Dining and Shopping Experience in Downtown Clinton
December 13, 2023
Join us on Thursday, December 14th, from 5-8pm for a night of holiday cheer, dining, and local shopping! The festive spirit is in the air as Downtown Clinton prepares to…
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Sheriff Don Reynolds Hosts Christmas Drop-In and Announces Re-Election Campaign
December 13, 2023
Laurens County Sheriff Don Reynolds brought festive cheer to the Laurens County Museum on Monday, December 11, where he hosted a Christmas Drop-In event and announced his bid for re-election…
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Limitless Laurens: A New Hub for Nutrition and Wellness
December 13, 2023
Just months after the opening of Crave Clinton, Laurens a is now home to a vibrant addition to its community – Limitless Laurens, a nutrition shop dedicated to promoting health…
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The Return of the Bradford Pear Bounty Program: South Carolina Takes a Stand Against Invasive Species
December 13, 2023
The Bradford Pear Bounty program is making a triumphant return, offering South Carolina homeowners a unique opportunity to contribute to the fight against invasive plant species. Bradford pears, not native…
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Newsweek once again names Greenville Technical College to List of America’s Top Online Colleges
December 13, 2023
Greenville Technical College (GTC) has been ranked #21 out of the top 200 online learning colleges in the nation, putting GTC in the top position for the state of South…
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Alan Harry joins the Woodruff at Five Forks office of C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS
December 13, 2023
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announced that Alan Harry has joined the company’s Woodruff at Five Forks office as a sales associate. Alan began his real estate career…
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Governor Henry McMaster Reveals School Safety Budget Priorities
December 13, 2023
Governor Ceremonially Signs Center for School Safety and Targeted Violence Bill Governor Henry McMaster today was joined by SLED Chief Mark Keel, S.C. Superintendent of Education Ellen Weaver, S.C. Department…
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Merry Everything, a new online storefront, launches, offering an inspired shopping experience around the joy of giving
December 13, 2023
Life is a gift, and local entrepreneur Jamie Prince has created Merry Everything to remind us to celebrate season of it. Prince, who also owns Flourish – a boutique public…
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Wagner Wealth Management’s Mimi Edwards honored with SC Best in Business Award
December 13, 2023
Wagner Wealth Management’s Mimi Edwards has been honored with a SC Best In Business Bronze Award for top Chief Operating Officer in the state. A former teacher, Edwards switched careers…
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Cathleen Harry joins the Woodruff at Five Forks office of C. DAN JOYNER, REALTORS
December 13, 2023
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announced that Cathleen Harry has joined the company’s Woodruff at Five Forks office as a sales associate. Cathleen is a distinguished real estate…
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A Heartwarming Journey: Hank Carlay’s Special Bond with Firmin Ford
December 13, 2023
In the small town of Laurens, South Carolina, a heartwarming story has unfolded, highlighting the power of compassion and inclusivity that can happen in the most unexpected places. At the…
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Laurens County 4-H Member Wins Fishing Project
December 13, 2023
Laurens County 4-H member Nathan Meade recently won first place in the Senior Division of the Upstate 4-H Fishing Project. He did so by completing a project record book and…
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City of Clinton Celebrates Storm Drain Art Contest Winners and Promotes Environmental Awareness
December 13, 2023
In a recent Clinton City Council Meeting, the City of Clinton, in collaboration with Keep Laurens County Beautiful, recognized the winners and finalists of the Storm Drain Mural Art Contest.…
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Registration Open for Laurens YMCA Youth Basketball League: Ages 3-4 and 5-6
December 12, 2023
At the Laurens YMCA basketball is not just a game; it’s a developmental journey tailored to meet each player where they are and enhance their skills. The league welcomes young…
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Engaging with Students: Sheriff’s Office Brings Back Fist Bump Friday to Foster Connections with Kids
December 12, 2023
In a welcomed return, the Laurens County Sheriff’s Office announces another Fist Bump Friday, scheduled for December 15th. This initiative, which received positive support in the past, involves deputies greeting…
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Tomahawk Processing Establishing Operations in Laurens County
December 12, 2023
$5 million investment will create 26 new jobs Tomahawk Processing LLC (Tomahawk Processing) today announced that it will establish meat processing operations in Laurens County. The company’s investment of $5…
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Colliers represents buyer in the sale of Downtown Columbia office building
December 12, 2023
Colliers | South Carolina’s Matthew Pollard represented HHP Law Group in the purchase of a 5,000-square-foot building located at 2020 Assembly Street in Downtown Columbia. “HHP Law Group needed more…
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