Building Dreams: Patrick Finds Success in PTC’s Building Construction Technology Program
July 24, 2024
Kristy Patrick admits she isn’t what people think of as a typical building construction student, but that didn’t stop her from enrolling in Piedmont Technical College’s Building Construction Technology program.…
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The Loft Hosts Christmas in July with Greenwood Band Get Off My Lawn
July 24, 2024
As The Loft continues to gain traction as a premier local music venue, this Saturday night they will host Greenwood’s own Get Off My Lawn. The Greenwood, SC band will…
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Loose Threads Quilt Guild Continues to Comfort Laurens County Community
July 24, 2024
Last week, the Laurens County Sheriff’s Office (LCSO) received another batch of handmade quilts from the dedicated members of the Loose Threads Quilt Guild. For more than four years, the…
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Everclear, one of the leading alternative rock bands of the ‘90s, to headline Rock 4 Recovery 2024 presented by Dominion Energy
July 24, 2024
One of the most eclectic and beloved bands of the ‘90s alternative rock scene is coming to the Midlands as Everclear headlines the LRADAC Foundation’s 5th annual Rock 4 Recovery…
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GLEAMNS names Jennifer Abercrombie as the new Chief Operations Officer
July 24, 2024
Jennifer Abercrombie is the former Executive Director of the Department of Teaching and Learning for Laurens County School District 55. She has served in other leadership roles including Principal, Assistant…
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Richland One parents, community invited to meet new principals
July 23, 2024
Students at four Richland One schools will be greeted by new principals when the new school year begins August 8. “Our new principals are excited and ready to welcome students…
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Friday Night Cruisin’ on Main in Clinton
July 23, 2024
The Laurens County Cruisers invite everyone to join them for the Friday Night Cruisin’ on Main in Clinton on July 26, 2024. The event will take place from 6:00 PM…
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Boondocks Fish Camp & Smoke House in Gray Court is Hiring
July 23, 2024
Boondocks Fish Camp & Smoke House, a popular eatery in Gray Court, SC, is expanding its team and looking for enthusiastic, dependable, and reliable individuals to join their ranks. This…
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Laurens County Educator Kelsey Brown Selected for Prestigious National Teacher Leadership Program
July 23, 2024
Twelve teacher leaders from across the country will join the inaugural class for the NIET Fellows Program. The National Institute for Excellence in Teaching is among the largest trainers of…
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Rotary District 7770 change of leadership for 2024-25
July 23, 2024
Rotary District 7770 Changes for 2024-25 Mary G. Gasque, a prominent local businesswoman and partner at Gasque Marketing and Advertising in West Columbia, SC, has been officially installed as the…
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Colliers Greenville-Spartanburg Industrial Report: Rapid supply growth creating tenant-friendly market
July 23, 2024
Commercial Real Estate Research & Forecast Report Q2 2024 Greenville-Spartanburg Industrial Market Highlights With over 7,000,000 square feet of product already delivered this year, the Greenville-Spartanburg industrial market is experiencing…
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Jamie Frost, SVP, elected to SCEDA Board of Directors
July 23, 2024
Alliance Consulting Engineers, Inc., a Columbia, South Carolina-based civil and environmental engineering firm, announced that Senior Vice President James “Jamie” W. Frost, II, P.E., has been elected to the Board…
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Ryan Young and Drew Scharf join Cushman & Wakefield in Charleston, S.C.; Eric Ridlehoover to serve as Managing Broker for Cushman & Wakefield in Charleston
July 23, 2024
Cushman & Wakefield announced that Ryan Young and Drew Scharf have joined the firm as Senior Director and Associate, respectively. Additionally, Cushman & Wakefield announced that Managing Director Eric Ridlehoover…
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American Legion Post 25 to Celebrate Grand Opening of Picnic Pavilion
July 23, 2024
American Legion Post 25, chartered in Laurens in 1919, is marking a significant milestone with the grand opening of their new picnic pavilion. The event, set for 3:00 pm on…
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Laurens County School District 55 Rolls Out New Cell Phone Policies for Students
July 23, 2024
The Laurens County School District 55 (LCSD 55) Administration is being proactive with the implementation of school rules on the use of cell phones at schools, following the release of…
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JDPR announces the addition of three exemplary students to its Executive Management Assistance Program
July 23, 2024
Through the JDPR internship, college students gain real client experience and professional mentorship JDPR proudly announces the addition of three new interns for Summer 2024 through the Executive Management Assistance…
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NEAT Bourbon Bar announces expansion into Greer’s thriving downtown
July 23, 2024
Whiskey lovers rejoice! This fall, NEAT Bourbon Bar, Greenville’s first true bourbon bar, is expanding into the heart of Downtown Greer. Located at 108 E Poinsett Street Ext, this will…
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Richland One looking for volunteers to serve as R1 CHAMPS for 2024-2025 school year
July 23, 2024
Richland One is looking for volunteers to serve as R1 CHAMPS for the 2024-2025 school year. R1 CHAMPS (Caring Hearts Making Positive Shifts) launched in 2023 with the goal of…
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DAV Charitable Service Trust awards a $30,000 grant to Senior Resources to help provide meals to homebound veterans
July 23, 2024
Senior Resources is proud to announce it has received a generous grant of $30,000 from DAV Charitable Service Trust, an increase from last year’s $25,400, to provide vital nutritional support…
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Laurens County Non-Profit Grant Application Process Opens for First Year
July 23, 2024
Laurens County Council recently announced the opening of the Special Appropriation Grant application process for non-profit entities within the county. This is the first year of this new initiative, which…
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The Gilder Lehrman Institute names Sarah Kelly as 2024 South Carolina History Teacher of the Year
July 23, 2024
The distinguished history educator is one of 53 finalists for the 2024 National History Teacher of the Year Award, set to receive a $1,000 prize and an invaluable collection of…
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Hotel Hartness announces Patrick LeBeau as Executive Chef
July 23, 2024
The luxury boutique hotel additionally announces the promotion of Veronica Rodriguez to Chef de Cuisine and welcomes Pastry Chef Tania Cienfuegos Harris Hotel Hartness announced Executive Chef Patrick LeBeau and…
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Wagner Wealth Management’s Osgood honored with a SC Women in Business award
July 23, 2024
Jennifer Osgood, the President of Wagner Wealth Management, has been named by Greenville Business Magazine as an SC Women in Business honoree. The SC Women in Business Awards are for…
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The Village Group receives $40,000 grant from Power:Ed for Plantersville Summer Academy to curb summer learning loss and boost social-emotional support for rural African American youth
July 23, 2024
Power:Ed Executive Director Claire Gibbons presents grant award to The Village Group Executive Director Ray C. Funnye (far left), board members, and Plantersville Summer Academy educators and students. The Village…
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Halton MEI USA, Inc. selects Anderson County for first South Carolina operation
July 23, 2024
$2.6 million investment will create 65 new jobs Halton MEI USA, Inc. (Halton), a leader in indoor climate technology, announced it selects Anderson County to establish the company’s first South…
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Grand opening ceremony for More Vegan Cafe
July 23, 2024
The City of Columbia’s Office of Business Opportunities hosted the ribbon cutting ceremony for More Vegan Cafe, located at 4622 North Main Street, Columbia, SC 29203, celebrating the new establishment.…
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SC Launch Inc. announces third investment in Bubble Paper
July 23, 2024
South Carolina Research Authority’s investment affiliate, SC Launch Inc., has invested $250,000 in Bubble Paper as part of a $10 million Series A funding round. The Greenville-based company is revolutionizing the packaging industry with its…
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CLEAR now offers TSA PreCheck enrollment at GSP
July 23, 2024
CLEAR, an authorized TSA PreCheck enrollment provider, is expanding its services at Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport (GSP) by adding TSA PreCheck enrollments to its offerings. CLEAR, which has been providing expedited…
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The Loomia extends lease on Cross County Road
July 23, 2024
Todd Garrett, CCIM, SIOR, Tradd Varner, SIOR, and Crawford Riddle of Harbor Commercial Partners represented TAE Rentals, LLC in the lease renewal of a 2,800 SF space located at 7123…
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Richland Two invites Hispanic families to Fiesta Conexiones on Thursday, July 25, 2024
July 23, 2024
All Richland School District Two Hispanic families are invited to Fiesta Conexiones, on Thursday, July 25, 2024. Fiesta Conexiones will be held at Forest Lake Elementary School, 6801 Brookfield Road,…
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Midlands Technical College Foundation receives $1 million donation
July 23, 2024
The Lowe’s Foundation awarded the Midlands Technical College Foundation (MTCF) $1 million as a part of today’s select group of community and technical colleges receiving Gable Grants. Since awarding its…
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Clinton High Senior Among Recipients of Joye Law Firm Scholarships
July 23, 2024
Joye Law Firm, a leading South Carolina-based personal injury firm, is proud to announce the winners of their 2024 Joye Law Firm scholarship contest. Seven high school seniors were awarded…
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Laurens County Chamber to Host Ribbon Cutting Ceremonies for Blessing Box Initiative
July 23, 2024
The Leadership Laurens County (LLC) Class XXIV proudly announces the ribbon cutting ceremonies for their Blessing Box initiative. Each LLC Class works together on a project chosen and collaborated by…
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Connor’s two milestone legal achievements in less than a year
July 23, 2024
Retired Army colonel achieves second seven-figure settlement in under a year By Chris Carter In less than a year, the Bill Connor Law Firm, led by attorney and retired U.S.…
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Colliers Charleston Industrial Report: Vacancy peaking as Charleston market remains oversupplied
July 22, 2024
Commercial Real Estate Research & Forecast Report Q2 2024 Charleston Industrial Market Highlights The Charleston industrial market saw overall demand remain solid even as 2,764,625 square feet delivered, posting overall…
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The Cooperative Ministry has new board chair
July 22, 2024
Stephanie Yandle, Customer Experience Manager, Research & Information, at BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina, has been elected as the 2024-2026 chair of The Cooperative Ministry’s board of directors. The board…
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Colliers hires Weston Blackwood as Property Manager
July 22, 2024
Colliers | South Carolina announces that Weston Blackwood has joined the company as Property Manager in the firm’s Real Estate Management Services (REMS) division in the Greenville office. In this…
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Research foundation quietly the epicenter of collaboration at Clemson
July 22, 2024
If you asked a random person walking across the Clemson University campus what “CURF” is, they’d most likely say they don’t know or guess it’s a kind of soil or…
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Doug Hallenbeck named Vice President for Student Affairs
July 22, 2024
Doug Hallenbeck has been named Vice President for Student Affairs at Clemson University, following approval from the Board of Trustees Compensation Committee on July 18. Hallenbeck returns to Clemson after…
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CAE sees record-setting passenger traffic in Q1 and Q2 of 2024
July 22, 2024
During the first part of 2024 the Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) saw 646,013 (January – June 2024) passengers through the terminal. In May alone, the airport saw 123,008 passengers –…
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Launch Into College Offers Intensive Courses for Incoming Freshmen
July 22, 2024
Lander University has given almost 60 students the chance to knock out a few classes through an intensive five-week program meant to help with the transition from high school to…
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Nexton announces grand opening of The Goddard School
July 22, 2024
Nexton, the most innovative and walkable community in South Carolina, is pleased to announce the opening of The Goddard School of Summerville, bringing the play- and inquiry-based learning experience to…
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Premier Arts Collective announces Kaleidoscope: An Immersive Art Experience + Fundraiser – rescheduled to October 17 due to effects of Hurricane Helene
July 22, 2024
**Kaleidoscope: An Immersive Art Experience + Fundraiser rescheduled to October 17 due to effects of Hurricane Helene** Premier Arts Collective (PAC) announces Kaleidoscope: An Immersive Art Experience + Fundraiser set…
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SCDOT and City of Charleston announce safety enhancement project along Morrison Drive
July 22, 2024
Officials from the South Carolina Department of Transportation and the City of Charleston announced the details of a safety enhancement project along Morrison Drive between Johnson Street and Blake Street…
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Venture Carolina launches a new fund to invest in Upstate Upstarts
July 22, 2024
Venture Carolina, through its Upstate Upstarts program, is pleased to announce a new way to support early stage companies in the Upstate of South Carolina. The Upstate Upstarts List is…
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New Guidelines announced for public comments at Hilton Head Island Town meetings
July 22, 2024
Residents and other members of the public who wish to address the Town of Hilton Head Island council members must now follow new guidelines that took effect on July 1.…
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DESA welcomes Veronica Adamson as Project Engineer
July 22, 2024
DESA, Inc. announced that Veronica Adamson, PE has joined its Engineering Services team as Project Engineer. Adamson will be responsible for the management and design of transportation projects, water and…
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NAI Columbia welcomes new brokerage associate
July 22, 2024
NAI Columbia recently welcomed Sam Edens to the Columbia brokerage team. Edens joins the Columbia office as a brokerage associate specializing in retail. He will work alongside Patrick Palmer, CCIM…
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Prisma Health and UnitedHealthcare reach new multi-year agreement
July 22, 2024
Prisma Health is back in-network for UnitedHealthcare Prisma Health and UnitedHealthcare (United) have reached a new multi-year agreement. The new agreement ensures that Prisma Health hospitals, physician practices and other…
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VC3 completes acquisition of Inline Computer & Communications, Washington-based information technology service provider
July 22, 2024
RICHLAND, WA & COLUMBIA, SC – VC3, a leading managed service provider serving municipalities and commercial businesses across North America, announced the acquisition of Inline Computer & Communications, an IT…
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