South Carolina Small Business Development Centers (SC SBDC) names Jim Johnson 2024 State Star for his contributions to the economic development of South Carolina
October 7, 2024
Agribusiness and Food Systems Business Consultant with the South Carolina Small Business Development Centers (SC SBDC), Jim Johnson, was recently selected as the 2024 South Carolina State Star. The State…
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Duke Energy restores 90% of Carolinas customers capable of receiving power following Helene
October 7, 2024
More than 1 million customers restored in South Carolina More than 1.3 million customers restored in North Carolina Severity and scale of damage unprecedented Duke Energy restored power to 90%…
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GTCHS teacher “Hero of the Classroom” national top 10 finalist
October 7, 2024
Greenville Technical Charter High School is excited to share that our very own Valerie Dix, a dedicated educator and last year’s South Carolina Public Charter High School 2023 Teacher of…
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USC CIC hosts watsonx workshop
October 7, 2024
The University of South Carolina College of Information and Communications (CIC) hosted 90 college and university students from across South Carolina at its Call for Code: IBM watsonx Workshop, held…
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Columbia Green and City of Columbia host October 19 luncheon for Beat the Heat – plant a tree program
October 7, 2024
Columbia Green, in partnership with the City of Columbia, announced a special luncheon and educational event on October 19, 2024, at 11:30 AM as part of the “Beat the Heat”…
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Duke Energy continues rebuild of power infrastructure following Hurricane Helene
October 7, 2024
More than 2.16 million customers restored in the Carolinas – approximately 85,000. 334,000 customers are still without service in Upstate South Carolina and mountains of North Carolina. Some left without…
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In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, the Carolinas unite
October 7, 2024
City of Columbia, SC, Provides Water Aid to Asheville, NC In response to a water shortage request from North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper, the South Carolina Governor’s office quickly enlisted…
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City of Charleston Fire and Police departments unite for Hurricane Helene relief: volunteer and donation efforts underway
October 7, 2024
Hurricane Helene devastated communities the Upstate and in North Carolina. People have lost their homes, businesses, and many are still without power or cell service. The City of Charleston’s Police…
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Voter registration deadline in South Carolina extended to October 14
October 7, 2024
The deadline to register to vote in South Carolina ahead of the 2024 General Election has been extended to Monday, October 14, 2024. To vote in South Carolina, state law requires a person…
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Community Resource Fair set for Oct. 8
October 7, 2024
Join City staff and elected officials as we welcome local workforce agencies, support organizations and educational institutions to the CommUNITY Resource Fair at the Prisma Health Welcome Center in Unity Park on Tuesday,…
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RBHS named to Advanced Placement School Honor Roll
October 7, 2024
Lexington County School District One’s River Bluff High School earned recognition for student success and was named to the 2024 Advanced Placement® Program (AP®) School Honor Roll, earning a Gold…
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Upstate Pregnancy Center Expands Monthly Diaper Drive-Thru to Meet Increased Demand After Hurricane Helene
October 7, 2024
In response to the growing needs of families impacted by Hurricane Helene, the Upstate Pregnancy Center is expanding its monthly Diaper Drive-Thru event in Laurens. Originally scheduled for Tuesday, October…
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FEMA Provides Disaster Assistance at The Ridge in Laurens Today – What You Need to Know
October 7, 2024
By Staff Reporter The FEMA Disaster Assistance Station is open today at The Ridge, located at 301 Exchange Rd, Laurens, to offer support to residents affected by Hurricane Helene. Brenda…
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New grant targets improvements in math and chronic absenteeism for Richland Two students
October 7, 2024
A grant from the Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) is providing resources for Richland School District Two to launch the Helping Hands Coalition project in 14 schools and centers.…
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Hispanic Heritage Month celebration set for October 12th
October 7, 2024
The Latino Community Development and Richland School District Two are observing National Hispanic Heritage Month with a Carnaval del Barrio or Neighborhood Carnival. This celebration of the rich culture and…
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Laurens Electric Monday Morning Power Restoration Update
October 7, 2024
As of Monday at 8:00 a.m., 6,105 of our members (or 9%) remain without power. We are in the most difficult and time-consuming phase of the restoration process. Although crews…
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After a Long Wait and Storm Delays, the Show Must Go On—and What a Show It Will Be!
October 7, 2024
Following delays caused by the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, the Laurens County Community Theater (LCCT) is excited to announce that their highly anticipated production of Snow White and the Prince is finally…
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Debris Removal in Laurens County Set to Begin Week of October 14, 2024, as SCDOT Continues Recovery Efforts
October 7, 2024
The South Carolina Department of Transportation continues to clear trees, reopen roadways and assist utility crews with their operations. As that wraps up, our attention turns to cleaning storm debris…
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Seventeen Laurens County School District 55 Educators Earn their Master’s Degree in Education on Diverse Learning
October 7, 2024
Laurens County School District 55 (LCSD 55) is honored to celebrate seventeen of its educators who earned a Master’s Degree in Education on Diverse Learning from Lander University. One of…
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PC Falls to Toreros After 87-Yard Scoop & Score in OT
October 7, 2024
The Presbyterian College football team never trailed at any point in regulation on Saturday afternoon against the San Diego Toreros, although a 26-yard touchdown pass with eight seconds left and…
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Laurens Electric Sunday Evening Update
October 6, 2024
As of Sunday at 8:00 p.m., 6,849 of our members (or 10%) of our members remain without power. We are in the most difficult phase of the rebuilding and restoration…
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Status Update on Laurens County Recovery from Hurricane Helene
October 6, 2024
As of October 6, Laurens County continues its recovery efforts from the impacts of Hurricane Helene, with various aspects of community infrastructure returning to stability. County Administrator Thomas Higgs provided…
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Clinton Community Garden to Celebrate Community Resilience at ‘Gathering in the Garden’ Party on October 14th
October 6, 2024
In the midst of the ongoing clean-up from the destruction caused by Hurricane Helene, the Clinton Community Garden feels now is the perfect time to come together for our annual…
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Sonny Ledda Retires as Clinton Police Chief, Begins New Role as Laurens County Emergency Management Director
October 6, 2024
By staff reporter On Friday at 3:15 PM, Chief Sonny Ledda made his final call with the City of Clinton, marking the end of a 25+ year law enforcement career…
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South Carolina Extends Voter Registration Deadline Due to Historic Storm
October 6, 2024
South Carolina citizens now have additional time to register to vote ahead of the 2024 General Election, following a court order extending the voter registration deadline to Monday, October 14.…
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Hurricane Helene Cleanup Hotline Open for Assistance
October 6, 2024
Residents impacted by Hurricane Helene can now call the Hurricane Helene Cleanup Hotline at (844) 965-1386 for help with cleanup efforts. The hotline is designed to connect those in need…
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FEMA Disaster Survivor Assistance Team in Laurens County
October 6, 2024
A FEMA Disaster Survivor Assistance (DSA) team is set up at The Ridge, located at 301 Exchange Drive in Laurens. The DSA team will be available on Sunday, October 6,…
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Laurens County Issues Statement on FEMA Emergency Declaration Exclusion
October 5, 2024
Laurens, South Carolina, October 4, 2024: Since the beginning of one of the most catastrophic storms in the history of Laurens County, County staff and personnel have worked around the…
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Laurens Electric Saturday Morning Update
October 5, 2024
As of Saturday at 9:00 a.m., 12,715 members remain without power. Service has been restored to 51,151 members, representing 81% of our member-base. We are entering the most difficult phase…
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Chris Gantt-Sorenson named to South Carolina Lawyers Weekly 2024 Employment Law Power List
October 4, 2024
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. announced that Chris Gantt-Sorenson was named to the South Carolina Lawyers Weekly 2024 Employment Law Power List. Statewide, only ten attorneys received this recognition. Chris leads…
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$75K matching gift fuels Hurricane Helene relief efforts in Upstate SC
October 4, 2024
Hurricane Relief Donations from BlackRock, Duke Energy, and Mary Black Foundations With severe impact from Hurricane Helene in Cherokee, Spartanburg, and Union counties, United Way of the Piedmont launched the…
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Columbia Museum of Art November 2024 Exhibitions and Events Calendar
October 4, 2024
EXHIBITIONS French Moderns: Monet to Matisse, 1850 – 1950 On view October 5, 2024 – January 5, 2025 In France, the years between the Revolution of 1848 and the end…
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Tenant representation in North Charleston
October 4, 2024
Todd Garrett, CCIM, SIOR, Tradd Varner, SIOR, and Crawford Riddle of Harbor Commercial represented the Tenant, Yellowstone Landscape – Southeast LLC, in a lease of 1.44 acres located at 2819…
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Sam Rittenberg retail space leased
October 4, 2024
David Newman and Walter Reid of Harbor Commercial Partners represented the Tenant, Izzie Mac LLC, in a lease of 1,000 SF of retail space located at 1124 Sam Rittenberg Boulevard,…
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Hog & Barrel 2024 creates “Pay It Forward” campaign for Hurricane Helene disaster relief workers
October 4, 2024
Hog & Barrel has added a Pay it Forward campaign for people purchasing tickets to the Upstate’s most unique celebration of bourbon, barbecue, and bacon that will provide admission for…
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Upcoming Historical Lecture: Brigadier General James Williams – The Most Ardent Patriot in Laurens County
October 4, 2024
On Tuesday, October 8, 2024, at 7:00 p.m., the Laurens County Museum will host renowned historian and battlefield preservationist Durant Ashmore as he delivers a compelling continuation of his lecture…
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AgFirst, CoBank, Farmer Mac and the Texas Farm Credit District join in Hurricane Helene relief effort
October 4, 2024
AgFirst, CoBank, Farmer Mac and the Texas Farm Credit District have joined together to provide $315,000 in relief aid for those hard hit by Hurricane Helene. These entities share a…
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Tom & Huck Distillers unveil LIVE Straight Bourbon Whiskey: A Melody in Every Pour
October 4, 2024
A staple of the bourbon lineup delivers a bold and harmonious taste to celebrate live music From the makers of Firefly Distillery, Tom and Huck Distillers just released a new…
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South Carolina recognizes National Manufacturing Day, dedicates October as SC Manufacturing Month
October 4, 2024
Governor Henry McMaster has once again issued a proclamation recognizing October 4, 2024, as National Manufacturing Day and dedicating October as South Carolina Manufacturing Month. “National Manufacturing Day and South…
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Hurricane Helene disaster relief effort underway in the Midlands
October 4, 2024
Drop off donations at Jack Oliver’s Pool, Spa and Patio at 3303 Forest Drive, weekdays 10 a.m until 6 p.m and Saturdays 9 a.m to 5 p.m. In the wake…
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Laurens Electric Friday Morning Update
October 4, 2024
As of Friday at 8:30 a.m., 16,337 members remain without power. Service has been restored to 47,525 members, representing 75% of our member-base. All 32 substations are back online. There…
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Lander University Closed Until Thursday, October 10
October 3, 2024Due to the ongoing impacts of Hurricane Helene, Lander University’s campus will remain closed until Thursday, Oct. 10. All classes, activities and sporting events are canceled during the closure. This…
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AT&T donates $300,000 to support communities affected by Hurricane Helene
October 3, 2024
AT&T is also supporting its employees affected by the disaster and is matching 100% of employee relief contributions to select organizations Key Takeaways: AT&T is contributing $300,000 to assist communities…
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Charleston Metro Chamber and CRDA release Talent Demand Study that indicates 35,000 net new jobs in the next four years
October 3, 2024
The Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with the Charleston Regional Development Alliance (CRDA), has released the Talent Demand Study 2024. This comprehensive analysis serves as a key resource…
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City of Columbia will be performing damage assessments throughout the city tomorrow, October 3, 2024
October 3, 2024
The City of Columbia in conjunction with Richland County, South Carolina Emergency Management Division and FEMA will be performing damage assessments throughout City neighborhoods tomorrow, October 3, 2024, as a…
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Spartanburg Water to hold drive-through water fill station again on October 3
October 3, 2024
Due to demand, Spartanburg Water will again be offering a drive-through water fill station, October 3, 2024 from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. at our Collection & Distribution Complex –…
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Riverbanks Calendar Update
October 3, 2024
Riverbanks Zoo and Garden is rolling out the red carpet for their fall and winter events lineups featuring new adult-oriented programs, family-friendly Halloween fun, and a dazzling experience at Wild…
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Greenville Jewish Federation and Greenville Jewish Film Festival hosting March ’68
October 3, 2024
As the world continues to struggle with antisemitism, The Greenville Jewish Federation and the Greenville Jewish Film Festival are bringing the award-winning March ‘68 to the community next month. March…
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Lease renewal in North Charleston
October 3, 2024
Todd Garrett, CCIM, SIOR, Tradd Varner, SIOR, and Crawford Riddle of Harbor Commercial represented the Tenant, Fairway Lawns LLC, in a lease renewal of 15,200 SF of industrial space located…
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Office space leased on Wappoo Road
October 3, 2024
Vitré Ravenel Stephens of Harbor Commercial Partners represented the Landlord, Marcus A. LLC, in the lease of 2,170 SF of office space at 718 Wappoo Road Unit B in Charleston.…
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