Joyner Commercial announces June transactions
June 18, 2018
Joyner Commercial, the Commercial Division of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner Realtors®, is pleased to announce the following transactions completed by its team of commercial real estate professionals. Michael…
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Greenville conservative leaders backing Timmons in Congressional race
June 18, 2018
A wide array of Greenville conservative political leaders have publicly endorsed William Timmons in the GOP Primary for the Fourth Congressional District on June 26th. This impressive list of leaders…
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BlueChoice® HealthPlan Medicaid changes name to Healthy Blue℠
June 18, 2018New name strengthens the focus on members and a vision for the future Effective July 1, 2018, BlueChoice® HealthPlan Medicaid — a South Carolina Medicaid managed care plan — is changing its…
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Top Grossing Movies – June 18
June 18, 2018Theatrical grosses from comScore Week of 06/15/2018 to 06/21/2018 Rank Title Rating Distributor Weeks Weekend Locs Weekend Gross Cumulative 1 Incredibles 2 PG Disney 1 4,410 $182,687,905 $182,687,905…
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South Carolina’s Employment Situation – May 2018
June 18, 2018
Unemployment rate declines to 4.0 percent, payroll employment gained 1,800 South Carolina’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate decreased to 4.0 percent from 4.2 percent in April as unemployment fell by 5,431…
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International Vitamin Corporation expanding operations in South Carolina
June 18, 2018Company produces high quality dietary supplements, plus nutritional, prescription and OTC products, for leading U.S. and global retailers and contract customers International Vitamin Corporation (IVC), which produces high quality dietary…
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Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina announced its 2018 Leadership in Diversity and Legislative Champion Awardees
June 18, 2018
The Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina will honor PASOs (Leadership in Diversity) and Representative Neal Collins (Legislative Champion) at the 2018 Leadership in Diversity & Legislative Champion Awards…
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Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina hires Mark S. Ward II as Project Coordinator and Special Assistant
June 18, 2018
The Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina announces Mark S. Ward II has joined the staff as Project Coordinator and Special Assistant. In his role as Project Coordinator and Special Assistant,…
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International Vitamin Corporation expanding operations in South Carolina
June 18, 2018
Company produces high quality dietary supplements, plus nutritional, prescription and OTC products, for leading U.S. and global retailers and contract customers International Vitamin Corporation (IVC), which produces high quality dietary…
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Three Ogletree Deakins attorneys recommended in The Legal 500 United States 2018
June 18, 2018
Ogletree Deakins, one of the largest labor and employment law firms representing management, is pleased to announce that Rebecca Sigmund, Mark Stubley and Stephen Woods in the firm’s Greenville office…
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Three Ogletree Deakins attorneys recommended in The Legal 500 United States 2018
June 17, 2018
Ogletree Deakins, one of the largest labor and employment law firms representing management, is pleased to announce that Rebecca Sigmund, Mark Stubley and Stephen Woods in the firm’s Greenville office…
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Salute from the Shore to feature ‘Air Parade’ of F-16s flyover of South Carolina’s coast on July 4th
June 15, 2018
The F-16s will also perform a flyby over the USS Yorktown in Charleston Harbor around 1:15 on July 4th Salute from the Shore, a 501(c)3 organization, was founded in 2010 by patriotic…
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10x digital announces intern Annie Moeder
June 15, 2018
10x digital announced that Annie Moeder will serve as an intern for the agency during Summer 2018. Moeder holds a BA in Communication from Clemson University and will be…
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FGP named a 2018 Best Place to Work in South Carolina
June 15, 2018
FGP, Find Great People has been named a 2018 Best Place to Work in South Carolina, marking the eighth time the Greenville, S.C.-based talent acquisition firm has made the prestigious…
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Sharonview Federal Credit Union celebrates groundbreaking in Simpsonville
June 15, 2018
Sharonview Federal Credit Union announced their new location in Simpsonville, SC. A groundbreaking ceremony was held on the grounds of Grand Central @ Martin Farms at 10:30 AM on June…
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OTO Development wins Hilton Developer of the Year Award – for 2nd consecutive year
June 15, 2018South Carolina-based hospitality company earns national honor OTO Development has been named Hilton Developer of the Year in the Focused Service category — for the second consecutive year. The 2017…
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Fifteen years, forever dedicated
June 15, 2018McDonnell and Associates, PA, a general practice law firm focusing on real estate law, title development, and settlement services, announced and celebrate its 15th anniversary. McDonnell and Associates, PA was…
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OTO Development wins Hilton Developer of the Year Award – for 2nd consecutive year
June 15, 2018South Carolina-based hospitality company earns national honor OTO Development has been named Hilton Developer of the Year in the Focused Service category — for the second consecutive year. The 2017…
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10x digital announces intern Annie Moeder
June 15, 2018
10x digital announced that Annie Moeder will serve as an intern for the agency during Summer 2018. Moeder holds a BA in Communication from Clemson University and will be…
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FGP named a 2018 Best Place to Work in South Carolina
June 15, 2018
FGP, Find Great People has been named a 2018 Best Place to Work in South Carolina, marking the eighth time the Greenville, S.C.-based talent acquisition firm has made the prestigious…
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Sharonview Federal Credit Union celebrates groundbreaking in Simpsonville
June 15, 2018
Sharonview Federal Credit Union announced their new location in Simpsonville, SC. A groundbreaking ceremony was held on the grounds of Grand Central @ Martin Farms at 10:30 AM on June…
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Fifteen years, forever dedicated
June 15, 2018
McDonnell and Associates, PA, a general practice law firm focusing on real estate law, title development, and settlement services, announced and celebrate its 15th anniversary. McDonnell and Associates, PA was…
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UofSC listed among top patent-producing universities in the world
June 14, 2018
The University of South Carolina is again listed as one the top patent-producing universities in the world, a distinction it has held for six years in a row. The newly…
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O’Neal named a Best Place to Work in South Carolina for 7th consecutive year
June 14, 2018
O’Neal, Inc., a Greenville-based integrated design and construction firm, has been named to the list of Best Places to Work in South Carolina for the seventh consecutive year. This thirteenth…
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Mobile Meals of Spartanburg reaches GuideStar Platinum
June 14, 2018
Allows donors to focus on progress and results MOBILE MEALS OF SPARTANBURG earned the 2018 Platinum GuideStar Nonprofit Profile Seal of Transparency, the highest level of recognition offered by GuideStar, the…
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GADC announces new officers, adds three directors to Economic Development Group Board
June 14, 2018
Bob Jones University COO/EVP Marshall Franklin to Chair 2018-2019 Board of Directors The Greenville Area Development Corporation (GADC), charged with promoting and enhancing quality of life in Greenville County…
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Four business principles on talent from the world of puppies
June 13, 2018
By Connie Cleveland All I ever wanted to be was a dog trainer. Over the years, I helped clients learn about their new puppies and their rescues, coached competitive…
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GADC announces new officers, adds three directors to Economic Development Group Board
June 13, 2018
Bob Jones University COO/EVP Marshall Franklin to Chair 2018-2019 Board of Directors The Greenville Area Development Corporation (GADC), charged with promoting and enhancing quality of life in Greenville County…
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South Carolina receives A grade for manufacturing
June 13, 2018
South Carolina receives an “A” in manufacturing and “C-“ for logistics in a report from Ball State University. South Carolina improved from “B” to “B+” in Diversification, “C-” to “C”…
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Wofford receives major grant for faculty development
June 13, 2018
$250,000 award from Arthur Vining Davis Foundations Wofford College has received a grant of $250,000 from the Arthur Vining Davis Foundations designed to align faculty development and support with the…
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BD investing $150 million in Sumter County facility
June 13, 2018
Medical Technology Company Creating 125 New Jobs BD(Becton, Dickinson and Company), a leading global medical technology company, today announced a $150 million investment in its existing Sumter County manufacturing facility.…
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Coldwell Banker Commercial Caine Greenville and Spartanburg brokers represent local real estate transactions
June 13, 2018
Brokers from Coldwell Banker Commercial Caine’s Greenville and Spartanburg offices recently represented the following area real estate transactions for May of 2018: Sales Mt. Pleasant: Robert Zimmerman of Coldwell Banker Commercial Caine…
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Kim Johnson joins Coldwell Banker Caine in Greenville
June 13, 2018
Coldwell Banker Caine recently welcomed Kim Johnson as a residential sales agent to its Greenville office. With previous experience as a Realtor® in Atlanta and most recently with another Upstate…
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SPINX raises more than $300,000 for March of Dimes and donates free gas for a year to top fundraiser
June 13, 2018
SPINX, the Greenville, S.C.-based fuel and convenience retail company, is pleased to announce that it raised $334,451.00 for the March of Dimes, shattering its goal and nearly doubling its record…
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McMillan Pazdan Smith adds significant K-12 leadership
June 12, 2018
A recognized leader in K-12 learning environment design, McMillan Pazdan Smith continues to expand their expertise and capabilities through the strategic addition of Ben Thompson, AIA. Leading the firm’s dedicated…
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KDS Commercial Properties to be local partner for Greenville’s County Square redevelopment project
June 12, 2018
KDS Commercial Properties, LLC, a Greenville-based commercial real estate firm, will be local partner for the redevelopment of Greenville County Square, located in downtown Greenville and within walking distance of…
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Steven Crump named interim VP and chief financial officer
June 12, 2018
Clemson University President James P. Clements announced Monday that Steven H. Crump has been named interim vice president and chief financial officer, effective immediately, as the university begins its search…
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Infinity Marketing receives Telly Award
June 12, 2018Infinity Marketing has been selected as a winner in the 39th annual International Telly Awards for its xFi Pod Training video produced for Comcast. The xFi Pod video received…
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Duke Energy Foundation boosts South Carolina students, teachers and workforce through $660,000 in grants
June 12, 2018
2018 education and workforce development grants to benefit 16 organizations Funding will support innovative programs across Palmetto State Duke Energy has been powering South Carolina for more than a century, and…
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Infinity Marketing receives Telly Award
June 12, 2018Infinity Marketing has been selected as a winner in the 39th annual International Telly Awards for its xFi Pod Training video produced for Comcast. The xFi Pod video received…
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Lucas Marchant running as independent petition candidate for solicitor
June 11, 2018
Local attorney Lucas C. Marchant announced his intention to run for 13th Circuit Solicitor, the chief prosecutor for Greenville and Pickens counties. Following Catherine Templeton’s selection of Walt Wilkins as…
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Endeavor wins 2018 Coworker Members’ Choice award for coworking spaces
June 11, 2018
Endeavor, a membership-based coworking community for creatives and corporate marketing teams, announced it has been recognized as winner of the 2018 Coworker Members’ Choice Award for Greenville, South Carolina. Members’…
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United Way of the Piedmont free tax preparation program has record-breaking year
June 11, 2018
Every year, United Way of the Piedmont volunteers prepare tax returns free of charge for low- to moderate-income working families in Spartanburg, Cherokee, and Union counties through Volunteer Income Tax…
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Jackson announces expansion, relocation of Greenville offices
June 11, 2018
Jackson Marketing, Motorsports & Events, South Carolina’s second-largest integrated marketing communication and events agency, announced today that it is expanding and will move its Greenville offices to BridgeWay Station, the…
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Michelin builds Habitat for Humanity of Greenville County’s 355th home
June 11, 2018
When we consider the many challenges facing our community today, affordable housing comes to the forefront. For over 15 years, there has been a true collaborative effort by Habitat for…
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Jackson Lewis and its Greenville attorneys recognized in Chambers 2018
June 11, 2018
Jackson Lewis P.C., one of the country’s preeminent workplace law firms, is pleased to announce the firm and its Greenville attorneys have been recognized in the 2018 edition of Chambers…
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Hilton Garden Inn Greenville unveils revamped property
June 11, 2018Top-to-bottom renovation project yields ‘like new’ hotel in well-established location A $4-million project has totally revamped Hilton Garden Inn Greenville. The renovations include both interior and exterior upgrades to the…
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Nicol Sharpe joins the Pelham Road office of C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS
June 11, 2018
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announced that Nicol Sharpe has joined the company’s Pelham Road office as a sales associate. Sharpe, a Pennsylvania native who has lived in…
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JW Aluminum investing $255 million in Berkeley County operations
June 11, 2018
High-quality Aluminum Manufacturer Creating 50 New Jobs JW Aluminum, a manufacturer of flat-rolled aluminum products, today announced plans to expand its existing Berkeley County operations. The facility’s growth is expected…
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Top Grossing Movies – June 11
June 11, 2018
Theatrical grosses from comScore Week of 06/08/2018 to 06/14/2018 Rank Title Rating Dist Weeks Weekend Locs Weekend Gross Cumulative 1 Ocean’s 8 PG13 Warner Bros. 1 4,145 $41,607,378 $41,607,378…
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