SCRA announces new Member Companies and grant funding

  February 4, 2025

Jaya Biosciences and OrthoTract Innovations were accepted as South Carolina Research Authority Member Companies. ElectroWire received new grant funding. All SCRA Member Companies receive coaching and access to SCRA’s Member Benefits and Startup Resources,…

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O’Dell Corporation welcomes new National Sales Director

  February 4, 2025

O’Dell Corporation announced the appointment of Christopher R. Tricozzi as National Sales Director, bringing over 30 years of exceptional experience in B2B sales, marketing, and business development to the organization.…

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SBA names Melissa Lindler new South Carolina District Director

  February 4, 2025

The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced that Melissa Lindler has been named as the District Director for the U.S. Small Business Administration’s South Carolina District Office located in Columbia,…

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Endeavor celebrates Caper’s Birthday with $11 day passes

  February 3, 2025

Co-work for Just $11/day in February as Endeavor’s Office Dog Turns 11 Endeavor Workspaces is offering $11 day passes for the month of February to celebrate office dog Caper the…

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Forty-five Midlands Leaders join diversity Leaders Initiative

  February 3, 2025

An award-winning program with over 2,800 graduates across South Carolina, the Diversity Leaders Initiative leverages diversity to drive progress. Forty-five leaders from across the Midlands have been selected to participate…

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SCETV spotlights Black American programming during Black History Month

  February 3, 2025

During the month of February, South Carolina ETV and Public Radio (SCETV) recognizes Black History Month with special programming that highlights the Black American experience. SCETV shares the rich culture…

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Upstate community leaders champion women’s heart health

  February 3, 2025

American Heart Association announces its 2025 Go Red for Women® leadership The American Heart Association, devoted to a world of healthier lives for all, has welcomed ten Upstate women to…

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NAI Earle Furman announces two new Shareholders

  February 3, 2025

Full-service commercial real estate firm NAI Earle Furman elected two new Shareholders. McNeil Epps, CCIM, SIOR, and James Malm, CCIM were voted in during the organization’s annual Shareholder meeting in…

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South Carolina State Fair opens applications for 2025 College Scholarships

  February 3, 2025

$500,000 in scholarship funds are available for high school seniors statewide now through March 15 The South Carolina State Fair, a self-supporting 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, announced the opening of applications for…

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Ted & Holly Rollins Scholarship Awards latest recipient

  January 30, 2025

The Ted & Holly Rollins Scholarship Organization is pleased to announce the recipient of its latest scholarship, Ellyce Butuyan. This scholarship— in honor of the late Ted Rollins —is awarded…

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Karl the Kool-Smoking, Chain-Smoking Kat

  January 30, 2025
Tom Poland

By Tom Poland   Can Your Imagination Turn Real? Summer 2022, St. Simons Island, I was sitting around the pool when my niece, Harper, and her friend, Stella, asked me…

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Katrina Shealy honored for legislative leadership

  January 30, 2025

Senator Katrina Shealy, who served in the S.C. Senate from 2012-2024, was honored as the 2025 Riley-Wilkins OneSouthCarolina Legislative Leadership Award winner for her commitment to some of the most…

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Merl Code honored for lifetime of service and advocacy

  January 30, 2025

Greenville’s first African American municipal court judge, Merl Code, was recently honored as the Riley-Wilkins OneSouthCarolina Civic Leadership Award winner for his life of public service and advocacy on behalf…

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S.C. Treasurer Curtis Loftis celebrates National Unclaimed Property Day

  January 30, 2025

In observance of February 1 being National Unclaimed Property Day, State Treasurer Curtis Loftis announced that more than 800,000 new properties have been reported to the State’s Unclaimed Property Program.…

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NP Strategy grows across the Southeast

  January 30, 2025

Strategic Communications Firm Adds Media Relations Hires in Birmingham, Charlotte and Columbia Offices NP Strategy, a strategic communications firm providing crisis, media and public relations assistance, is growing in Alabama…

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Twenty-two Fellows selected for 2025 South Carolina Afterschool Leaders Empowered (SCALE) Fellowship

  January 30, 2025

SCALE equips emerging afterschool and expanded learning leaders with the resources, frameworks, partnerships, and curriculum-curating skills to advance education programming in South Carolina.   Twenty-two afterschool and summer program leaders…

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South Carolina Foundation for Educational Leadership hosts Gala celebrating SC Educator Hall of Fame inductees, distinguished SC Public School Graduates, and the distinguished Public Education Impact Award Recipient

  January 30, 2025

The South Carolina Foundation for Educational Leadership, South Carolina Association of School Administrators’ (SCASA) non-profit arm, is hosting its eighth annual gala on Friday, April 4, 2025, to celebrate this…

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SCMA kicks off 2025 manufacturing priorities at statehouse event

  January 29, 2025

The South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance (SCMA) unveiled its vision for the future of manufacturing in the Palmetto State during SC Manufacturing Day at the Statehouse. Introducing the organization’s 2025 legislative…

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The Southern Bank brings on BSA Analyst

  January 29, 2025

The Southern Bank, a community bank with seven branches across South Carolina and Georgia, announced the addition of its newest hire. Bill Roseen is the bank’s newest BSA Analyst, bringing…

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InvestiNet names Amy Nodine Chief Compliance Officer

  January 29, 2025

Nodine will oversee the company’s complex compliance initiatives InvestiNet, a full-service collections network and innovation leader in the accounts receivable industry, has announced the promotion of Amy Nodine from executive…

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Furman University adopts Okanagan Charter for wellbeing

  January 29, 2025

Furman University has adopted the Okanagan Charter, an international agreement adopted by 32 other U.S. campuses who have pledged to integrate health and wellbeing into all aspects of campus life.…

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How the Upstate fits into the Luxury Outlook

  January 28, 2025

The 2025 Sotheby’s International Realty Luxury Outlook highlights international high-end real estate trends that mirror what is happening in the Upstate. Just released, The 2025 Luxury Outlook report draws on…

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Southern First reports fourth quarter 2024 results

  January 28, 2025

Southern First Bancshares, Inc., holding company for Southern First Bank, today announced its financial results for the three and twelve months ended December 31, 2024. “Our financial performance this quarter…

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S.C. Commerce announces 2025 Relentless Challenge, StimulateSC grant awards

  January 28, 2025

13 projects across the state receive funds to support innovation and entrepreneurship The South Carolina Department of Commerce (S.C. Commerce) announced the recipients of its 2025 Relentless Challenge and StimulateSC grants,…

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Digital Site Box hires Meredith Kinsey as COO

  January 28, 2025

Digital Site Box, an early-stage B2B SaaS company, has hired Meredith Kinsey as Chief Operating Officer (COO). In this role, Kinsey will oversee operations, drive strategic initiatives, and support the…

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Entrepreneur Minute – Sean Joyce, Joyce Wealth Advisory

  January 28, 2025

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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SC Launch Inc. announces investment in Storybutton

  January 28, 2025

South Carolina Research Authority’s investment affiliate, SC Launch Inc., has invested $250,000 in Storybutton. The Indian Land-based startup developed an audio platform and player for children that allows them to listen…

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CAMS Senior VP Ronda Bossert Elected to CAI-SC Board

  January 28, 2025

CAMS (Community Association Management Services) announced that Senior Vice President of Community Management Ronda Bossert, CMCA, AMS, has been elected to the board of directors of the Community Associations Institute’s…

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Golden Career Strategies President Stacey Bevill earns Certified Career Services Provider (CCSP) credential from National Career Development Association (NCDA)

  January 27, 2025

Stacey Bevill, President of Greenville-based Golden Career Strategies, has earned the Certified Career Services Provider (CCSP) credential awarded by the National Career Development Association (NCDA). This certification underscores Golden Career…

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Infinity welcomes John McNelly

  January 27, 2025

Greenville-Based Marketing Firm Strengthens Leadership Team Infinity Marketing (“Infinity”), a partnership and results-focused integrated marketing agency established in 1993, welcomed John McNelly as Chief Operations Officer. “I’ve had the privilege…

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South Carolina’s Commercial Airports: A $22.5 Billion Economic Engine

  January 27, 2025

South Carolina’s six publicly-owned commercial service airports are essential pillars of the state’s economy, generating a staggering $22.5 billion in annual economic impact, according to a comprehensive study conducted by…

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