Trustees approve undergraduate tuition freeze for 2023-24
June 22, 2023
Clemson University’s Board of Trustees met to approve recommendations from the administration on tuition and fees for the 2023-24 academic year. The University will freeze tuition and fees for both…
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SC Ports’ volumes increase across business segments
June 22, 2023
SC Ports has handled nearly 2.4 million TEUs and 1.3 million pier containers thus far in fiscal year 2023. (Photo/SCPA/Eric Scanlon) South Carolina Ports’ cargo business segments had a strong May,…
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Rita’s Seaside Grille welcomes new general manager
June 22, 2023
Hall Management Group welcomed restaurant industry veteran Phillip Marshall to the Hall Management Group family as the new General Manager of Rita’s Seaside Grille on Folly Beach. With 15 years…
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Berkeley County completes Daniel Island parking lot expansion project
June 22, 2023
Opening to the Public on Thursday, June 22 Berkeley County Government recently completed its parking lot expansion project on Daniel Island and is scheduled to open the lot to the…
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SC includes $10 million in new budget for the Saluda Grade Trail
June 22, 2023
The Saluda Grade Trail Conservancy (“the Conservancy”) is pleased to share that the South Carolina State Legislature recently included $10 million in the 2023-2024 budget towards the purchase of the…
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City Manager Teresa Wilson elected President of South Carolina City and County Management Association
June 22, 2023
City Manager Teresa Wilson has been elected President of the South Carolina City and County Management Association (SCCCMA). Outgoing President Tim Harper, County Administrator, Dillon County handed off the presidency…
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Prisma Health Board of Directors welcomes S. Richard Hagins and Clay Lowder, MD
June 22, 2023
Prisma Health announced the election of S. Richard Hagins and Clay Lowder, MD, to its corporate board of directors. S. Richard Hagins served the U.S. for 23 years as a…
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Colliers Dealmakers: Recent purchases, sales, leases and investments in South Carolina
June 22, 2023
Charleston / Columbia / Greenville / Spartanburg, SC – Colliers | South Carolina announced the following recently completed commercial real estate transactions from our offices across the state: Charleston, SC…
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Don’t be afraid to be the first one on the dance floor
June 22, 2023
By Jeff Becraft Back in my Youth Corps era, one of my favorite sessions was dance night. The reason for that was because there were so many valuable leadership…
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Moody Spring
June 22, 2023
By Tom Poland Rounding a curve on Highway 107, I saw water spurting from handsome stonework set in a mountain. Moody Spring, I knew we’d stop. I had no…
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The Village Group receives $35,000 grant for Plantersville Summer Academy
June 22, 2023
The Village Group, a nonprofit located in rural Georgetown County, working to equip African American youth with the tools necessary to succeed in school and life, has been awarded a…
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Golfweek Magazine ranks Caledonia, True Blue among South Carolina’s top 5 courses
June 22, 2023
Golfweek Magazine has unveiled its always anticipated list of “The Best Courses You Can Play 2023,” a ranking of the top public layouts in every state, and the venerable publication…
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BASF in Converse hosts job fair June 23 with pay starting at $19.50/hour
June 22, 2023
BASF’s site in Converse, South Carolina, near Spartanburg, is inviting anyone looking for a new role to stop by its career fair on Friday, June 23. The event will be…
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Gina Fox joins the Augusta Road office of C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS
June 22, 2023
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS is pleased to announce that Gina Fox has joined the company’s Augusta Road office as a sales associate. Gina jumped right into the…
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Edward Foldes joins the Anderson office of C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS
June 22, 2023
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS is pleased to announce that Edward Foldes has joined the company’s Anderson office as a sales associate. Edward, a former Navy Senior Chief,…
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Upcountry Fiber deepens reach of broadband internet availability to continue to reduce the Upstate’s digital divide
June 22, 2023
Upcountry Fiber, the internet service provider created by utility cooperatives Blue Ridge Electric Co-op (BREC) and WCFIBER, a subsidiary of West Carolina Rural Telephone Cooperative (WCTEL), announced it is ahead…
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Package Concepts expands product distribution
June 22, 2023
SLG Package Concepts, LLC (“Package Concepts”) announced the expansion of available packaging and shipping supplies through its new distribution operation. “We are often asked about ancillary shipping supplies by many…
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Author honored during AUSA chapter luncheon at Fort Jackson
June 22, 2023New book chronicles one of the Vietnam War’s most desperate battles By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Colonel (Ret.) William P. “Bill” Collier Jr., U.S. Army, was singularly honored by Richland…
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David Yezbak of Sunbelt Business Brokers awarded by the International Business Brokers Association (IBBA)
June 21, 2023
The International Business Brokers Association (IBBA) has awarded Columbia SC Business Broker, David Yezbak, with the Platinum Chairman’s Circle Award for the third consecutive year. This award recognizes individuals who…
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The East Cooper Swim League expands to meet the demand
June 21, 2023
The East Cooper Swim League experiences growth in swimmers and teams As the Mount Pleasant population continues to grow and the popularity of summer swim team continues to rise, the…
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Nephron Nitrile announces new CEO
June 21, 2023
Nephron Nitrile today announced William “Billy” Emerson Harris has been named Chief Executive Officer of Nephron Nitrile. In this position, Harris will use his 30 years of experience to bolster the…
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Hammer-IMS announces operations in Spartanburg County
June 21, 2023
Hammer-IMS, a supplier of contactless measurement systems used in production lines, has established operations in Spartanburg County at the Spark Center SC’s soft-landing space. Hammer-IMS’ “M-Rays” technology combines millimeter waves…
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PTC 2024 featured trips include Caribbean, South Africa, Normandy
June 21, 2023
Ready to get back to traveling and seeing the world? Piedmont Technical College’s Workforce Innovation Division is excited to offer amazing and diverse trips to the community for 2024. Bookings…
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SmileMakers renews lease at Spartanburg distribution facility
June 21, 2023
Long-time Spartanburg-based distributor SmileMakers has renewed its lease for industrial distribution space at Fairforest Industrial Park in Spartanburg, SC, allowing the company to continue operating out of the same facility…
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Five Points Association announces addition of Meredith Covert as new assistant director
June 21, 2023
The Five Points Association is pleased to announce the hiring of Meredith Covert as new assistant director. Meredith will be responsible for merchant relation assistance, while also focusing on district-wide…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Scott Garvin, Garvin Design Group
June 21, 2023
The Who’s on the Move, Entrepreneur Minute is an interview in support of the undeniable impact that entrepreneurs have on our communities. We will be highlighting 20 entrepreneurs in each of…
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Brandon wins EMMY for Hurricane Ian response work
June 21, 2023
Brandon’s creative and production teams, in partnership with Geneverse, documented Geneverse’s initiative to provide generators to those impacted by Hurricane Ian. Brandon, the most creatively awarded marketing agency in the…
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Lee McMinn of Greenville Technical College wins Catalyst Award
June 21, 2023
Lee McMinn of Greenville Technical College has been named winner of a 2023 Catalyst Award for Leading Change. This award recognizes institutions at the forefront of educational innovation, those who…
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Relic Room presents something amazing – photos of Revolutionary War soldiers
June 21, 2023
Photo credit Image courtesy of W.C. Smith III Have you ever seen photographs of Revolutionary War soldiers? Well, you can do just that at the South Carolina Confederate Relic Room…
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Countybank Foundation donates $7,500 to Community Initiatives
June 21, 2023
Countybank and Greenwood Capital recently presented a check for $7,500 to Community Initiatives, Inc. The donation was given on behalf of the Countybank Foundation, which was established in 1971 and…
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Nominations open to honor outstanding S.C. Women
June 21, 2023
Nominations for YWCA Greater Charleston’s highly visible 2023 #WhatWomenBring awards are now open. #WhatWomenBring honors South Carolina women leaders in business, community, and culture. Award recipients will be recognized and…
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Wingard’s Market selected for June feature in National Publication
June 21, 2023
Wingard’s Market’s Backyard Nature Center and innovative gardening concepts has been selected for the June edition of Garden Center Magazine’s “Spotted” feature. Tucked inside the newly expanded Wingard’s Produce Center,…
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Riverbanks Zoo and Garden celebrates World Giraffe Day with a nod to outstanding animal care
June 21, 2023
Giraffes are a main draw at Riverbanks Zoo and Garden, and World Giraffe Day on June 21, provides a great reason to celebrate and talk about these magnificent animals and…
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Edisto Electric Cooperative, Inc. President and CEO David E. Felkel completes term on the South Carolina Power Team Board of Trustees
June 21, 2023
David E. Felkel, President and CEO of Edisto Electric Cooperative, Inc., is concluding his second three-year term on the Board of Trustees for the South Carolina Power Team. Since joining…
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The Countdown to the 4th of July Celebration on Lake Murray presented by Lexington Medical Center is on!
June 21, 2023
The countdown to Independence Day is on! Capital City/Lake Murray Country Regional Tourism Board (CCLMC) is proud to host the 35th annual 4th of July Celebration on Lake Murray on Saturday, July 1, presented…
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Lexington One reaches settlement with S.C. Freedom Caucus
June 21, 2023
On Tuesday, June 20, 2023, a Stipulation of Dismissal was filed in the civil action between the Lexington County School District One and the S.C. Freedom Caucus, as a settlement…
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SC Philharmonic announces Combined, a Chubb Company, as 2023 Grand Sponser of Fireworks with the Phil at Segra Park
June 21, 2023
The South Carolina Philharmonic is delighted to announce that Combined Insurance Company of America, a Chubb Company, is the official Grand Sponsor of the 2023 Fireworks with the Phil on…
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City Council Highlights June 20, 2023
June 21, 2023In the presentation portion of the City Council meeting, City Manager Teresa Wilson presented a check to the American Heart Association. This money was raised through multiple fundraisers from City…
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Call for Veterans – Veteran Corps Workday in Laurens County
June 21, 2023
Are you an actively serving military member or veteran? If so, we would love to have you join us on July 10, along the Enoree Passage for a Veteran Corps Workday!…
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The Lumberyard Lineup for the Weekend
June 21, 2023
As we head toward the weekend, here’s your line up at the Lumberyard in Clinton. Thursday, June 22 – Paint & Pints (Ticket Holders Only for Paint Event) Unleash your…
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Lander to Participate in Scholarship Program for Early Childhood Education
June 20, 2023
Early childhood educators and other professionals working in child care or similar facilities in South Carolina now have a pathway to a four-year degree in early childhood education at Lander…
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Firmin Ford to Host First Responder Appreciation Event June 23
June 20, 2023
Firmin Ford will host a first responder appreciation event on Friday, June 23. The event will be held at the dealership located at 921 East Main Street in Laurens. The…
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Gov. Henry McMaster Announces Line Item Vetoes of FY 2023-2024 State Budget
June 20, 2023
Governor Henry McMaster today announced his Line Item Vetoes of the FY 2023-2024 State Budget at a press conference. The budget includes a record number of 283 of Governor McMaster’s…
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Beautiful Summer – Guest Post
June 20, 2023
Written by Geneik Brewster, Thornwell Academic Support Coordinator Oh summer break, How I have longed for you to return and grace us all with your golden rays and bright blue skies.…
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SCGOP Statement on Presidential Preference Primary
June 20, 2023
The South Carolina Republican Party State Executive Committee met for the quarterly meeting on Saturday 17 in Columbia, South Carolina. In addition to the usual business the state executive committee…
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Superintendent Dr. Ameca C. Thomas Advocates for Educational Needs in Laurens County School District 55
June 20, 2023
Laurens County School District 55 (LCSD 55) and the National Institute for Excellence in Teaching (NIET) are in partnership to advocate for impactful and innovative improvements in educator effectiveness. Dr.…
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Gov. Henry McMaster Signs Bond Reform, Issues Signing Statement
June 20, 2023
Gov. Instructs SLED, DOI to Strictly Enforce New Law and Hold Bail Bondsmen, Electronic-Monitoring Companies Accountable Governor Henry McMaster today signed into law H. 3532, bond reform, and issued a signing…
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GE Aerospace and Clemson University announce research into advanced materials for flight
June 20, 2023
GE Aerospace and Clemson University announced at the Paris Air Show they have received funding from the U.S. Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) to continue to develop next-generation materials that…
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Trinity Partners represents seller & retains leasing in the sale of multi-tenant office building
June 20, 2023
Partner, Macon Lovelace and Brokerage Associate, Bruce Greenberg represented the seller in the recent sale of 1021 Pinnacle Point Drive in Columbia, SC. The 41,000 square foot multi-tenant office building…
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Carlos Richardson and Michael Caraballo join Garvin Design Group
June 20, 2023
Columbia architecture, interiors, and planning firm Garvin Design Group recently welcomed two new teammates. Carlos Richardson enters the firm for the first time this summer as an architectural intern, and…
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