Bill Seawright Announces Candidacy for Laurens County Coroner
January 14, 2024
Bill Seawright of Clinton has officially thrown his hat into the ring for the position of Laurens County Coroner, bringing a wealth of experience and a commitment to community service…
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Walter Todd of Laurens Inducted into Prestigious South Carolina Golf Association Hall of Fame
January 14, 2024
The annual Golf Day meeting and awards ceremony of the South Carolina Golf Association took place at the Columbia Country Club on January 13th. This event was a blend business…
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LC Museum Lecture – Viciousness in the Revolutionary War
January 14, 2024
Historian and battlefield preservationist Durant Ashmore will hold nothing back in the telling of what actually happened in the battles and skirmishes of the Revolutionary War on Tuesday, January 16,…
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LC Museum Lecture – From Enslavement to Loyalist – the Journey of Lucy Banbury
January 14, 2024
The Revolutionary War takes on a whole new dimension when the story of Lucy Banbury is told. The Laurens County Museum’s Revolutionary War Lecture Series continues on Tuesday, January 30,…
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Laurens City Council Meeting Agenda – January 16
January 14, 2024
The City of Laurens Planning Commission will hold a meeting at the CPW Training Center (214 Church Street, Laurens) on Tuesday, January 16, 2024 at 5:30 pm. The meeting is…
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Great Crepes & More: Fresh Flavors and Extended Hours
January 14, 2024
Open since August 2023, Great Crepes & More (GC&M) in Laurens is buzzing with new offerings and extended hours. Located on Public Square in the space shared with Courthouse Coffee…
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Lander University Announces Plans for 2024 Homecoming and Reunion Weekend
January 14, 2024
Lander University’s 2024 Homecoming Week and Alumni Reunion Weekend, scheduled Feb. 5 – 10, will send students, alumni and friends traveling back in time with the theme, “Celebrating the Spirit…
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The Pasture’s One-Year Celebration of Delicious Delights in Clinton
January 14, 2024
The Pasture in Clinton is celebrating a milestone – one year of serving up delicious meals that have pleased patrons in the community. Owned and led by the talented Marcus…
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South Carolina Ranks 9th in the Nation for Improved Credit Scores in 2023: A National Perspective
January 14, 2024
As we embark on a new year, the pursuit of financial well-being remains a common resolution for many individuals. WalletHub’s recent report on the states with the largest credit score…
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Spreading Love to Seniors: Laurens County Sheriff’s Office Continues Annual Valentine’s Care Bags Drive
January 14, 2024
As Valentine’s Day approaches, the Laurens County Sheriff’s Office (LCSO) is gearing up for its annual initiative to make the day special for local seniors enrolled in the Project SOS…
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FoodShare Berkeley County increases online access to reduce food insecurity
January 13, 2024
Berkeley County, SC- FoodShare Berkeley County received approval from the USDA Food and Nutrition Service to accept SNAP online for purchases of fruits and vegetables sold through its Fresh Food…
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Matt McClelland joins OTO Development as Chief Operating Officer
January 13, 2024
Matt McClelland has joined OTO Development as chief operating officer, bringing a dynamic depth and breadth of operations experience to the hotelier’s C-suite. He replaces former COO David Ward, who…
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YMCA of Columbia announces Jim Vietti as new CEO
January 12, 2024
The YMCA of Columbia Board of Directors announced Jim Vietti as the YMCA of Columbia’s new Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately. Vietti brings 14 years of YMCA leadership experience to…
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Lander University announces plans for 2024 Homecoming and Reunion Weekend
January 12, 2024
Lander University’s 2024 Homecoming Week and Alumni Reunion Weekend, scheduled Feb. 5 – 10, will send students, alumni and friends traveling back in time with the theme, “Celebrating the Spirit…
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Art Opens Doors creates opportunity for Greenville elementary students to build a more inclusive and vibrant community through art making
January 12, 2024Greenville Center for Creative Arts (GCCA) announced the launch of Art Opens Doors, a community art project developed by the Open Doors team of the Diversity Leaders Initiative (DLI) Upstate…
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Habitat Laurens to “Rock The Block” this January
January 12, 2024
Cypress Street in the Lydia Mills neighborhood will get a transformation this month led by Habitat for Humanity of Laurens County. Habitat Laurens will be holding a “Rock The Block”…
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New pediatric dentist opens second office in Chapin
January 12, 2024
The Town of Chapin will officially have a new Pediatric and Teen Dentist as Chapin Pediatric & Teen Dentistry will host their Grand Opening on January 18, and is now…
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Columbia Pet Euthanasia & Cremation launches heartwarming charity contest to support animal welfare
January 11, 2024
Columbia Pet Euthanasia & Cremation, a leading provider of compassionate pet aftercare services, proudly announces the initiation of a charitable contest aimed at fostering a spirit of giving within the…
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A tale of three vacuums
January 11, 2024
By Jeff Becraft We have three vacuum cleaners… and I will try and explain the tale of the three vacuums. Vacuum #1 is a cannister style vacuum. The kind…
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Attorney General Alan Wilson releases 2023 Human Trafficking Task Force Annual Report
January 11, 2024
South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson, Chair of the South Carolina Human Trafficking Task Force, released the 2023 Annual Report at the State House today. Task Force leadership joined him…
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Michael Crump joins Robinson Gray as associate
January 11, 2024
Attorney Michael D. Crump has joined Robinson Gray law firm as an associate. His practice with the firm will focus on workers’ compensation. Michael earned his Juris Doctor degree from…
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Northwestern Mutual expands footprint, opens third Upstate office near Simpsonville and Mauldin communities
January 11, 2024
Northwestern Mutual, a leading financial security company, announced the opening of a third Upstate office to meet the growth of the firm and serve the growing population of Greenville County.…
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$9.22 billion announced capital investment on the heels of a record-setting 2022
January 11, 2024
The South Carolina Department of Commerce (S.C. Commerce) released its 2023 industry recruitment results which reflect sustained economic activity. From January to December 2023, the state announced total capital investment…
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NAI Columbia Milliken Land Team executes $1.85 million sale
January 11, 2024
NAI Columbia’s Milliken Land Team consisting of Tombo Milliken, Tom Milliken, and Nelson Weston, recently sold 430 acres near Lake Marion for $1.85 million. The property was home to the…
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International African American Museum receives second $250K donation from TD Bank
January 11, 2024
Donation will support special TD Bank Program Series at the museum The International African American Museum (IAAM) has received a $250,000 gift for education and programming from TD Bank, America’s…
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Colliers Report: Vacancy decreases and activity is expected to increase
January 11, 2024
Commercial Real Estate Research & Forecast Report Q4 2023 Greenville-Spartanburg Office Market Highlights The lack of new construction is anticipated to lead to a decrease in vacancy rates for Class…
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Colliers Columbia Office Report: CBD retains interest with unique market dynamic
January 11, 2024
Commercial Real Estate Research & Forecast Report Q4 2023 Columbia Office Market Highlights The focal point of interest in the Columbia office market remained centered on the CBD, which is…
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Sewing Skills Highlighted at the Clinton Library in Series of Six Meetings
January 11, 2024
The first class of Clinton Library’s Visible Mending program will be presented on January 16 at 11 am. Needle craft enthusiast Johanna Poortman will teach basic mending skills in this…
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Colliers elects David M. Feild as its President; John W. Folsom continues as CEO and Chairman
January 11, 2024
Colliers International South Carolina, Inc. Board of Directors recently announced leadership changes as it elected David M. Feild, CCIM, as its President. John W. Folsom, who has led the company…
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Colliers represents buyer in the purchase of office building located in Irmo
January 11, 2024
Colliers | South Carolina’s Mary Winter Teaster represented RB Todd Properties, LLC in the purchase of a ±1,530-square-foot office building located at 7436 Broad River Road. This Class A office…
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Harbor Commercial Partners expands team with the addition of two seasoned brokers
January 11, 2024
Gerry Schauer and Jeremy Willits are coming to Harbor Commercial Partners as a successful and respected team – their years of experience working together will foster a seamless transition to…
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Want to serve on a nonprofit board? Blueprint for Leadership applications are open now!
January 11, 2024
United Way of the Midlands is accepting applications for Blueprint for Leadership, a comprehensive leadership and board development training program, through January 19, 2024. Blueprint for Leadership is designed to…
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Legal Marketing Association’s Southeast Region announces its 2024 South Carolina Local Steering Committee leadership
January 11, 2024
The Legal Marketing Association’s (LMA) Southeast Region announced its South Carolina Local Steering Committee (LSC) leadership for 2024. The Southeast Region is one of the largest in the international organization…
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Audition for Something Rotten at Town Theatre
January 11, 2024
Welcome to the Renaissance and the outrageous, crowd-pleasing musical farce, Something Rotten. Set in the 1590s, brothers Nick and Nigel Bottom are desperate to write a hit play but are…
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Danna Gonzalez McIntire joins Broadstreet.net as content developer
January 11, 2024
Broadstreet.net, a leading digital marketing company, announced the addition of Danna Gonzalez McIntire to its team as a content developer with a significant focus on writing blogs and email marketing.…
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Moon Over Buffalo at Town Theatre
January 11, 2024
It’s 1953 in Buffalo where actors, George and Charlotte Hay, are fading faster than a New York minute. Their struggle to keep their name in lights has them performing Cyrano…
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CAMS’ Nancy Curtis promoted to Regional Director of Charleston, SC
January 11, 2024
CAMS (Community Association Management Services) announced that Nancy Curtis, a community manager in its Charleston, SC region, has been promoted to regional director. Curtis has been in the community management…
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3’s relaunches “The Grubhouse,” cutting-edge golf, food and drink built with fun in mind
January 11, 2024
The Grubhouse at Greenville’s lighted, 12-hole par-3 course is the ultimate chill destination for “holesome” golf entertainment 3’s, the innovative new concept in golf entertainment that combines accessible par-3 golf…
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Joan Herlong & Associates Sotheby’s International Realty leaders named to local and state real estate boards
January 11, 2024
Several Joan Herlong & Associates Sotheby’s leadership team members have been named to statewide boards overseeing the real estate industry, and a valued Associate has been named to a local…
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The Beach Company announces new retailer at The Jasper
January 11, 2024
The Beach Company announced the addition of a new retailer at The Jasper, a luxury 12-story mixed-use building located in Charleston’s iconic Harleston Village neighborhood. The retailer, Hutton & Home,…
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Habitat Greenville gets $100,000 donation from Publix
January 11, 2024
Publix Super Market Charities continued its long-standing support of Habitat for Humanity of Greenville County Wednesday, this time with a check for $100,000. The funds will support Habitat Greenville Women’s…
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South Carolina Federal now accepting applications for $45,000 in scholarships
January 11, 2024
South Carolina Federal Credit Union is now accepting applications for its 14th annual scholarship program. The credit union will award $45,000 to nine students attending a traditional or technical college…
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First Reliance Bank founder’s father leaves a legacy
January 11, 2024
Freddie Saunders, 86, of Florence, South Carolina, died peacefully on January 9, 2024, at the McLeod Health Hospice Care. Freddie was born in Sumter, South Carolina, on May 24, 1937,…
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Laurens County Coroner Vickie Cheek Announces Retirement After 24 Years of Dedicated Service to the County
January 10, 2024
After a distinguished career spanning 24 years, Laurens County Coroner Vickie Cheek has announced her decision to retire at the end of her term this year. Known for her unwavering…
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The Rast McFadden Wealth Management Group named to Forbes Magazine’s 2024 list of America’s Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams
January 10, 2024
Morgan Stanley (NYSE: MS) today announced that The Rast McFadden Wealth Management Group based in Columbia, SC, has been named to Forbes Magazine’s 2024 list of America’s Best-In-State Wealth Management…
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Mission Lexington Race Against Hunger – March 16th
January 10, 2024
The heart of Lexington County beats with compassion as the community rallies for the “Lexington Race Against Hunger” on March 16th, commencing at 8:00am at Lexington High School. This charitable…
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Milliken & Company announces Milliken Honors recipients
January 10, 2024
Diversified global manufacturer Milliken & Company recognized 156 associates during the seventh annual Milliken Honors awards on January 9. Celebrating exceptional associates and teams who rose to the challenge and…
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GMK’s Matt Fecas achieves PE Designation
January 10, 2024
GMK announced that Matthew J. Fecas has successfully become a licensed professional engineer (PE) in the State of South Carolina through the South Carolina State Board of Registration for Professional…
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Stantec expands Transportation team in South Carolina
January 10, 2024
Stantec, a global leader in sustainable design and engineering, welcomes Corinna Marsh as a Transportation Designer to its Charleston office. Marsh is a graduate of the University of South Carolina…
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Endeavor coworking community welcomes new All Access members
January 10, 2024
Endeavor, the coworking and office space community in downtown Greenville’s ONE tower, announced two new All Access members: Rachael Reece, founder and chief executive officer of Ignite Engagement; and Sean…
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