The Innovate Fund deploys $21.5 million in new markets tax credits in Spartanburg
August 11, 2018
The Innovate Fund, a Community Development Entity (CDE) managed by taxadvantagegroup and Greenville Local Development Corporation, has allocated $21.5 million in New Markets Tax Credits (NMTC) to two projects in…
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Greenville pro soccer team to be called Greenville Triumph Soccer Club
August 10, 2018
Greenville’s new pro soccer team will be called Greenville Triumph Soccer Club as a testament to the community’s indomitable spirit and the region’s ability to overcome adversity to transform itself…
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Join volunteers cleaning around our lakes at 30th annual Lake Sweep
August 9, 2018
Saturday, September 15, event calls for volunteers to remove trash around Lakes Bowen and Blalock Area schools, families, colleges and community organizations are invited to participate in Spartanburg Water’s 30th…
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Field Guide to the Southern Piedmont and Southern Piedmont Wildlife Coloring Book raise science awareness and interest in region’s natural habitats
August 9, 2018
The Piedmont region of South Carolina, North Carolina and Georgia is comprised of ecologically diverse ecosystems, providing abundant habitat for numerous plant and animals species. Two cross-disciplinary projects at the…
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Greenville City Fire Department awarded International Accreditation
August 9, 2018The Greenville City Fire Department (GCFD) has received Accredited Agency status with the Commission on Fire Accreditation International (CFAI). GCFD is one of only 250 agencies to achieve Internationally…
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Dr. Jermaine Whirl is one of 40 Under 40 recognized this year by Georgia Southern University
August 9, 2018
Dr. Jermaine Whirl, vice president for learning and workforce development at Greenville Technical College (GTC), has been selected to the 40 Under 40 Class of 2018 by Georgia Southern University’s…
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CAB Financial Corporation reports its second quarter 2018 results
August 9, 2018CAB Financial Corporation, holding company for Carolina Alliance Bank, reported its second quarter 2018 consolidated financial results. Net income was $2.3 million, or $0.31 per diluted common share, for the…
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2018 SC 25 Fastest Growing Companies award recipients announced
August 9, 2018Now in its 17th year, this competition recognizes the achievements of top-performing private and publicly-owned companies that have contributed to South Carolina’s economy through exceptional increases in revenues and employment.…
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2018 SC 25 Fastest Growing Companies award recipients announced
August 9, 2018
Now in its 17th year, this competition recognizes the achievements of top-performing private and publicly-owned companies that have contributed to South Carolina’s economy through exceptional increases in revenues and employment.…
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Clemson Alumni Association selects five new board members
August 8, 2018
The Clemson Alumni Association has selected five new members to serve on its board of directors for three-year terms that began July 1. The new board members are: Roy Abercrombie…
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Renade Helton joins the Easley office of C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS
August 8, 2018Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS is pleased to announce that Renade Helton has joined the company’s Easley office as a sales associate. Helton is a native of Pickens…
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Smith Moore Leatherwood attorney Kate Laffitte listed in Greenville Business Magazine’s Best & Brightest 35 and Under
August 8, 2018Smith Moore Leatherwood attorney Katherine Hendricks Laffitte has been selected to Greenville Business Magazine’s 2018 Best & Brightest 35 and Under. Laffitte is one of 37 young professionals recognized by…
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Clemson’s School of Architecture director recognized with ‘18 Educator Honor Award
August 8, 2018Katherine Schwennsen, FAIA, professor and director of Clemson University’s School of Architecture, has been named an American Institute of Architecture Students (AIAS) 2018 Educator Honor Award winner. Katherine Schwennsen …
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Peter G. Shand named to BDC Board
August 8, 2018
Peter G. Shand has been named to the Board of Directors of Business Development Corporation (BDC), the non-bank lender he has served as President of for the past year. He…
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Serendipity Labs hosting two networking events open to the public – August 8 & 22
August 8, 2018The launch of Serendipity Labs is just around the corner. To celebrate what’s coming, Serendipity Labs will be both hosting and sponsoring two upcoming events perfect for young professional networking…
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Renade Helton joins the Easley office of C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS
August 8, 2018
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS is pleased to announce that Renade Helton has joined the company’s Easley office as a sales associate. Helton is a native of Pickens…
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Serendipity Labs hosting two networking events open to the public – August 8 & 22
August 8, 2018
The launch of Serendipity Labs is just around the corner. To celebrate what’s coming, Serendipity Labs will be both hosting and sponsoring two upcoming events perfect for young professional networking…
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Smith Moore Leatherwood attorney Kate Laffitte listed in Greenville Business Magazine’s Best & Brightest 35 and Under
August 8, 2018
Smith Moore Leatherwood attorney Katherine Hendricks Laffitte has been selected to Greenville Business Magazine’s 2018 Best & Brightest 35 and Under. Laffitte is one of 37 young professionals recognized by…
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Greenville Zoo welcomes baby orangutan
August 7, 2018
Greenville Zoo director Jeff Bullock announced this afternoon that just before 6 a.m. this morning, doctors delivered a healthy, 2.9-pound female baby orangutan via C-section. Mother Lana is doing well and has…
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Upstate Forever permanently protects 488 more acres
August 7, 2018
Upstate Forever now protects nearly 500 acres on two tracts in Pickens and Cherokee Counties through wetland and stream mitigation partnerships. Working closely with the SC Department of Transportation, Upstate…
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Springbrook Autism Behavioral Health launches ‘Converge Autism Radio’ podcast on Mental Health News Radio
August 7, 2018
Springbrook Autism Behavioral Health, a nationally acclaimed residential program specializing in the treatment of behavioral issues exhibited by children and young adults with autism, announces the launch of “Converge Autism…
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Two SCDOT projects honored in Southeast regional transportation competition
August 7, 2018
The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) won two honors in a Southeast regional transportation award competition. SCDOT was awarded two out of eight winning projects announced Tuesday, Aug. 7, 2018,…
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CarolinaPower recognized as a Best Place to Work in South Carolina
August 7, 2018CarolinaPower was honored as one of South Carolina’s Best Places to Work by the South Carolina Chamber of Commerce at an awards dinner and reception on August 2, 2018. One…
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Cindy Moore joins the Easley office of C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS
August 7, 2018Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announced that Cindy Youngblood Moore has joined the company’s Easley office as a sales associate. Moore is a native of Easley and taught…
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Synergy Steel locating new operations in Lancaster County
August 7, 2018
Light Gauge Steel Manufacturer Creating 139 New Jobs Synergy Steel announced plans to establish new operations in Lancaster County. The $2.8 million investment is projected to create 139 new positions.…
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CompletePR hires Anna Rice as PR Associate
August 7, 2018Complete Public Relations has added Anna Rice as a new member of the team. Rice graduated from Clemson University in the spring of 2018 with a bachelor’s degree in visual…
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WorldMark by Wyndham opens in South Myrtle Beach
August 7, 2018Wyndham Destinations announced the opening of WorldMark Myrtle Beach – Plantation Resort. It is the first WorldMark property in South Carolina. “WorldMark by Wyndham has great drive-to offerings, with a heavy west…
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ONCAP acquires Precision Global
August 7, 2018
ONCAP announced it has acquired Precision Global, a leading global manufacturer of dispensing solutions. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed. Founded in 1949, Precision’s dispensing solutions include more than…
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Cindy Moore joins the Easley office of C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS
August 7, 2018
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announced that Cindy Youngblood Moore has joined the company’s Easley office as a sales associate. Moore is a native of Easley and taught…
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CarolinaPower recognized as a Best Place to Work in South Carolina
August 7, 2018
CarolinaPower was honored as one of South Carolina’s Best Places to Work by the South Carolina Chamber of Commerce at an awards dinner and reception on August 2, 2018. One…
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CompletePR hires Anna Rice as PR Associate
August 7, 2018
Complete Public Relations has added Anna Rice as a new member of the team. Rice graduated from Clemson University in the spring of 2018 with a bachelor’s degree in visual…
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Interim HealthCare of the Upstate receives A+ Certification from The Home Care Standards Bureau
August 6, 2018
Interim HealthCare of the Upstate, a locally owned and operated home health and hospice services provider, is excited to announce that the home care agency has received an A+ certification…
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Foxfire hires Meaghan Carrigan to lead their Value-Added Reseller Channel
August 6, 2018
Foxfire, a provider of supply chain software specializing in Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), welcomes Meaghan Carrigan as the newest addition to lead Foxfire’s Value-Added Reseller (VAR) Channel. In this position,…
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BLE continues to grow with new hires Ashley Sellers and Noel Gregorio
August 6, 2018Bunnell Lammons Engineering (BLE) is pleased to announce the addition of Ashley Sellers and Noel Gregorio. Ashley Sellers, a Greenville native, has joined BLE as Communications Coordinator. Sellers manages communications and marketing for…
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Top Grossing Movies – August 6
August 6, 2018
Theatrical grosses from comScore Week of 08/03/2018 to 08/09/2018 Rank Title Rating Distributor Weeks Weekend Locs Weekend Gross Cumulative 1 Mission: Impossible – Fallout PG13 Paramount 2 4,395 $35,323,815…
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City seeking applicants for Comprehensive Plan steering committee
August 6, 2018
The City of Greenville is gearing up for the launch of GVL2040, a two-year initiative to update its long-range Comprehensive Plan. The City adopted its last Comprehensive Plan in 2009 and…
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SBA now accepting 2019 National Small Business Week Awards nominations
August 6, 2018The U.S. Small Business Administration is now accepting nominations for its 2019 National Small Business Week Awards, including the annual Small Business Person of the Year. Since 1963, National…
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Global Alliance for South Carolina and Israel Innovation Authority announce new S.C.-Israel R&D award
August 6, 2018
Fifth Project Approved for Research Funding Applications for Next Cycle Anticipated to Open in Fall 2018 The Global Alliance for South Carolina (GASC) and the Israel Innovation Authority are pleased to announce…
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Gabrielle Harriott joins the Easley office of C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS
August 6, 2018Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS is pleased to announce that Gabrielle Harriott has joined the company’s Easley office as a sales associate. Born at the foot of the…
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Guy Roofing donates solar panel system to Greer veteran
August 6, 2018Guy Roofing, one of the nation’s top 20 roofing contractors, has donated a solar panel system to an Upstate veteran in need. Working with Upstate Warrior Solution, Guy Roofing donated…
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The Spartanburg County Foundation awards $105,000 to seven nonprofits
August 6, 2018The Spartanburg County Foundation awarded $105,000 in grants to 7 nonprofit organizations working innovatively to address the needs of Spartanburg County residents. In recognition of its 75th Anniversary, the Foundation…
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Sixteen Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd attorneys named to Upstate Legal Elite
August 6, 2018Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd announced that 16 attorneys in our Greenville office have been named to Greenville Business Magazine’s 2018 Legal Elite of the Upstate. The following attorneys were recognized in…
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Old Cigar Warehouse hires Caitlyn Foster as venue sales manager
August 6, 2018Greenville’s iconic and historic Old Cigar Warehouse recently added Caitlyn Foster as its venue sales manager. Foster earned her bachelor’s degree in Public Relations from the University of South Carolina,…
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Gabrielle Harriott joins the Easley office of C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS
August 6, 2018
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS is pleased to announce that Gabrielle Harriott has joined the company’s Easley office as a sales associate. Born at the foot of the…
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Sixteen Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd attorneys named to Upstate Legal Elite
August 6, 2018
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd announced that 16 attorneys in our Greenville office have been named to Greenville Business Magazine’s 2018 Legal Elite of the Upstate. The following attorneys were recognized in…
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Old Cigar Warehouse hires Caitlyn Foster as venue sales manager
August 6, 2018
Greenville’s iconic and historic Old Cigar Warehouse recently added Caitlyn Foster as its venue sales manager. Foster earned her bachelor’s degree in Public Relations from the University of South Carolina,…
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The Spartanburg County Foundation awards $105,000 to seven nonprofits
August 6, 2018
The Spartanburg County Foundation awarded $105,000 in grants to 7 nonprofit organizations working innovatively to address the needs of Spartanburg County residents. In recognition of its 75th Anniversary, the Foundation…
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Guy Roofing donates solar panel system to Greer veteran
August 6, 2018
Guy Roofing, one of the nation’s top 20 roofing contractors, has donated a solar panel system to an Upstate veteran in need. Working with Upstate Warrior Solution, Guy Roofing donated…
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Research leads to potential treatment for rare disease
August 5, 2018
By Alyssa Yancey Research from University of South Carolina School of Medicine investigators Mitzi Nagarkatti and Prakash Nagarkatti has led to Food and Drug Administration approval of cannabidiol (CBD), a…
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Greenville industrial property sells
August 4, 2018
Cushman & Wakefield | Thalhimer is pleased to announce the sale of 101 Pelham Davis Circle in Greenville, South Carolina. Augusta Arbor LLC purchased the 32,000 square foot light manufacturing…
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