Harris Teeter’s Health Partner Round Up campaign takes center stage in support of The ALS Association
January 29, 2024
Shoppers at South Carolina Stores Can Round Up for ALS – Every Cent Counts in the Fight Against ALS Harris Teeter announced the launch of its Health Partner Round Up…
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SC Department of Commerce unveils “Launch to Legacy” brand
January 29, 2024
New identity reinforces South Carolina’s commitment to companies’ long-term success In fulfilling its vision of embracing the future to ensure South Carolina’s sustainable advantage, the South Carolina Department of Commerce (S.C.…
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Individual Income Tax filing season opens today
January 29, 2024
What you need to know: The SCDOR will begin accepting 2023 Individual Income Tax returns today. The SCDOR will begin processing returns February 5 to allow employers to meet the…
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Cross Hill Fire District: New Leadership Charts a Course for Renewal
January 29, 2024
In a significant milestone for the Cross Hill Fire District, a special meeting convened on January 23, 2024, at Station 2 on Watts Bridge Road. The objective was to address…
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State Rep. Stewart Jones Announces Campaign for Congress
January 29, 2024
Republican State Representative Stewart Jones today announced his campaign to represent South Carolina’s 3rd Congressional District. He vowed to combat Joe Biden’s open border policies, curb government spending, and protect…
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‘Club 17’ will be another VIP option for fans at the upcoming Myrtle Beach Classic in May
January 29, 2024
The Myrtle Beach Classic is set for May 6-12 at the Dunes Golf and Beach Club “Club 17” will be a new option for fans wanting a VIP experience at…
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Nicholson Tells PTC Graduates to be Patient, Tenacious, and Compassionate
January 29, 2024
Approximately 200 students received degrees during two fall commencement ceremonies in December 2023 at Piedmont Technical College (PTC). PTC Alumna Mamie Nicholson, president of the Self Family Foundation, delivered the…
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Laurens County 4-H Stars Shine Bright: Head to South Carolina Contest
January 29, 2024
Two Laurens County 4-H members will represent the Upstate Region at the SC 4-H Presentation Contest. Hailey Karns will give her presentation titled, “Canine Good Citizen”, describing how to train…
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Revolutionary War Lectures, Exhibit Openings, and Native American Artifacts to be Highlighted at Laurens County Museum Events
January 29, 2024
Upcoming events at the Laurens County Museum will span the range of centuries and topics with special days, lectures, and exhibit openings in February and March. Sunday, February 4, at…
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Habitat for Humanity of Greenville’s Fields named to Riley Fellow program
January 29, 2024
Joseph Fields, Habitat’s Vice President of Equity, has been named to the Diversity Leaders Initiative (DLI) from Furman University’s Riley Institute Spring cohort. A graduate of Chaminade University, Fields served…
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Heritage named Large Business of the Year by Greater Summerville/Dorchester County Chamber of Commerce
January 29, 2024
Heritage named Large Business of the Year by Greater Summerville/Dorchester County Chamber of Commerce Local landscaping company, Heritage Landscape Services, received the 2024 Large Business of the Year award from…
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Laurie Rovin appointed Executive Director of Compass of Carolina
January 29, 2024
Compass of Carolina is thrilled to announce the appointment of Laurie Rovin, as the permanent Executive Director as of December 2023. Ms. Rovin joined Compass of Carolina as Interim Director…
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Colliers leases office space in Cottontown located within the NOMA district
January 29, 2024
Colliers | South Carolina’s Mary Winter Teaster represented Cason Development Group in the lease of a ±3,000-square-foot office space at 2144 Sumter Street to The Behavior Co. The property is…
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Experienced agents flocking to Wilson Associates in 2024
January 29, 2024
Wilson Associates, one of Greenville’s largest independent real estate firms, is riding a wave of success into 2024, attracting several highly tenured and well-respected new agents. These new hires –…
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Abacus Planning Group welcomes Lucy James to its Client Service Team
January 29, 2024
Abacus Planning Group welcomes Lucy James to its team as a Client Service Administrator. As a Client Service Administrator, Mrs. James supports the firm’s clients in performing back-office operations. She…
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Community Strong: Update on LCSO Deputy Motes
January 29, 2024
Deputy Christopher Motes, a dedicated member of the Laurens County Sheriff’s Office, recently underwent brain surgery on January 26th. The procedure was successful, and doctors were able to remove the…
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A Rising threat of Sextortion Scams Prompts Warning from Laurens County Sheriff’s Office
January 29, 2024
In recent times, the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has observed a disturbing surge in sextortion scams, prompting the Laurens County Sheriff’s Office to issue an advisory to residents. This…
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Broad Street United Methodist Church Announces 28th Annual Youth Auction and Dinner
January 28, 2024
Broad Street United Methodist Church recently announced the date for the 28th Annual Youth Auction and Dinner, an event that brings the community together for fun evening and also supports…
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Learn More about Income Tax Deductions and Credits for South Carolina Families
January 28, 2024
What you need to know: South Carolina offers a variety of credits and deductions that may help eligible families lower their tax liability when filing their 2023 Individual Income Tax…
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Roc’s Burgers Celebrates One Year of Flavorful Success
January 28, 2024
Roc’s Burgers, the brainchild of owners Robert “Roc” and Evie Knight, celebrated its one-year anniversary last week with a heartfelt reflection on the journey of the past year. Located at…
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SC Festival of Flowers Announce Chair and Co-Chair for 2024
January 28, 2024
The SC Festival of Flowers is pleased to announce that Jessica Garcia of Self Regional Healthcare Foundation is Chair for their 57th year. Cady Nell Keener of Greenwood Genetic Center…
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Engenius receives Silver w3 Award from The Academy of Interactive and Visual Arts
January 26, 2024
Engenius, a Greenville-based web design agency, was named a winner of the 18th Annual w3 Awards by the Academy of Interactive and Visual Arts for the development of their work…
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Kim, Lahey & Killough welcomes attorney Emily Bohan
January 26, 2024
Kim, Lahey & Killough Law Firm announced the addition of attorney Emily Bohan to the firm’s Greenville, SC, office. Bohan’s law practice focuses in the areas of franchise law, business…
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Moseley Marcinak Law Group LLP announces new partners: Donavon Eason and Lesesne Phillips
January 26, 2024
Moseley Marcinak Law Group LLP, a prominent transportation and logistics law firm, announced the promotion of Donavon Eason and Lesesne Phillips to the position of partner. This strategic move reflects…
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Lawrence Flynn, public finance attorney at Pope Flynn, named Best Lawyers® 2024 Public Finance Law and Utilities Law “Lawyer of the Year” in Columbia
January 26, 2024
Lawrence Flynn, a public finance and governmental law attorney and member of the management team with Pope Flynn, has received “Lawyer of the Year” in Public Finance Law for Columbia…
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SwordFest returns on Feb. 10 to the Relic Room
January 26, 2024
En garde! Swordfest is coming! And there’s little time left to draw your cold blade. It will be here on Saturday, Feb. 10! If you don’t know what SwordFest is,…
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Six South Carolina Schools selected as finalists for Palmetto’s Finest Awards
January 26, 2024
Six schools from around the state have been selected as finalists for the 2024 Palmetto’s Finest Awards. This selection comes after extensive evaluations by a committee of fellow educators and…
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AT&T and Communities In Schools of South Carolina Bridge digital divide with laptop distribution for Fairfield County Students
January 26, 2024
Fairfield County students and families benefited from the ongoing collaboration between Communities In Schools of South Carolina (CISSC), AT&T, and Human I-T. The partners provided free refurbished laptops in a…
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Ridge View High School earns another College Board AP Computer Science Female Diversity Award
January 26, 2024
For the second consecutive year, Ridge View High School is making significant progress in closing the gender gap for girls in AP computer science courses. Ridge View has earned the…
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First Reliance Bank promotes Shanell Cook to Treasury Services Officer
January 26, 2024
Shanell Cook has been promoted to Treasury Services Officer for the Winston-Salem branch. As Treasury Services Officer, she supports the team’s effort to grow the bank’s deposit base through treasury…
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Join the 2024 Citizen’s Police Academy class
January 26, 2024
Chief Terrence Green is announcing that the Lexington Police Department has begun seeking applicants for our upcoming Citizen’s Police Academy. The Citizen’s Police Academy will begin on Tuesday, March 19,…
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Presbyterian College welcomes new trustees
January 26, 2024
Presbyterian College welcomes three new members to the school’s board of trustees this month. The Rev. Dr. John C. Brearley ’81, Clinton community leader Lumus Byrd, and Laurens Mayor Nathan…
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The Chamber welcomes Allison Green to lead new Strategic Partnerships Team
January 26, 2024
The Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce Allison Green as the Chamber’s Vice President of Strategic Partnerships. In her role, Allison will be responsible for generating meaningful…
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Colliers Greenville-Spartanburg Multifamily Report: Performance remained strong with continued deliveries
January 26, 2024
Commercial Real Estate Research & Forecast Report Q4 2023 Greenville-Spartanburg Multifamily Market Highlights Consistent deliveries of new supply continued in the fourth quarter of 2023 with 920 units entering the…
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Presbyterian College Welcomes New Trustees
January 26, 2024
Presbyterian College welcomes three new members to the school’s board of trustees this month. The Rev. Dr. John C. Brearley ’81, Clinton community leader Lumus Byrd, and Laurens Mayor Nathan…
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Advancing Skills: Laurens PD and Military Unit Collaborate for Specialized Training
January 26, 2024
In a dynamic partnership, Laurens Police Department officers recently engaged in specialized training with a local military unit, focusing on the use of force and firearms. The day included simulated…
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Gov. McMaster, SCDHHS Announce Number of School-based Mental Health Counselors Doubles in South Carolina
January 26, 2024
Governor Henry McMaster and the South Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (SCDHHS) today announced significant progress in the number of school-based mental health counselors available to serve South…
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Countybank Foundation donates $2,500 to SC Ovarian Cancer Foundation
January 25, 2024
The Countybank Foundation, established in 1971 representing Countybank and Greenwood Capital, donated $2,500 to the South Carolina Ovarian Cancer Foundation, an organization dedicated to improving the health of women through…
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Nexton announces grand opening of Page’s Okra Grill
January 25, 2024
Nexton, the most innovative and walkable community in South Carolina, announced the opening of Page’s Okra Grill, a Lowcountry restaurant known for serving authentic, Southern-style food. Previously, the restaurant has…
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Dale Stigamier named President of LCK; Mickey Layden continues as CEO
January 25, 2024
Charleston/Columbia/Greenville/Spartanburg, SC – LCK, a professional project management services firm and partner of Colliers | South Carolina, recently announced that Dale Stigamier has been named President of the company. This…
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Carolina Family Medicine: Welcoming New Patients and Providing Comprehensive Care for Over 25 Years
January 25, 2024
Carolina Family Medicine (CFM) is now accepting new patients! With over 25 years of dedicated service to Laurens County, Dr. Hagenbuch is here to provide exceptional care. “At Carolina Family…
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Sisters of Charity Foundation of SC announces new trustees for 2024
January 25, 2024
Foundation announces new members and officers to serve on Board of Trustees The Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina is announcing its new Board of Trustees members and officers…
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2024 State of the State Address, Governor Henry McMaster
January 25, 2024
Mr. Speaker, Mr. President, ladies and gentlemen of the General Assembly, my fellow South Carolinians: We are here tonight to address successes, challenges and opportunities. But first, as in prior…
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Richland County teacher earns statewide honor for conservation education
January 25, 2024
Kirstin Bullington, a Next Energy engineering instructor at Richland Two Institute of Innovation (R2i2), is the state’s Conservation Teacher of the Year (Secondary) for 2023. The S.C. Association of Conservation Districts…
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Forty-eight Midlands Leaders join Diversity Leaders Initiative
January 25, 2024
An award-winning program with over 2,700 graduates across South Carolina, the Diversity Leaders Initiative leverages diversity to drive progress. Forty-eight leaders from across the Midlands have been selected to participate…
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OneSpartanburg, Inc., Spartanburg Academic Movement, partner on STAR Fellowship to align educational opportunities with current and future industry needs
January 25, 2024
In collaboration with the Spartanburg Academic Movement, OneSpartanburg, Inc. has launched The STAR Fellowship to better align internship, apprenticeship, and mentorship opportunities with the current and future needs of industries…
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Those who influence us
January 25, 2024
By Jeff Becraft It is interesting how we can influence one another. (Interesting is really not the word… it is deeper than that.) But someone who has greatly influenced…
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Clawfoot Tubs Hold Memories
January 25, 2024
By Tom Poland When I see a clawfoot tub, which is rare, four memories surface. First, I go back to my grandfather’s old homeplace. Next I go back to…
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Made with Cola Love launches to support local businesses and revitalize vacant storefronts
January 25, 2024
A new organization, Made with Cola Love has been launched to support small businesses and bring new life to vacant properties in Columbia, SC. Made with Cola Love will provide…
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Charleston Motorsports Club in development
January 25, 2024
Charleston Motorsports Club, a members motorsport facility, is under construction in Greeleyville, SC. Only 75 minutes from historic Charleston, the 155-acre venue blends the thrill of high performance driving on…
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