US-Stevia, LLC locating new operations in Chesterfield County
April 4, 2018US-Stevia, LLC announced that it is establishing new agribusiness operations in Chesterfield County. The company’s $21 million investment is projected to create 50 new jobs. US-Stevia and its partners will…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: headlines, non-profit, on-the-move
M.B. Kahn adds Whit Kennedy as Vice President of Business Development
April 4, 2018
M. B. Kahn Construction Co., Inc. has named Whit Kennedy its Vice President of Business Development? for its Greenville Division?.? Hired to further M. B. Kahn’s position in support of…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: construction, employment, on-the-move
Amie Kazawic joins the Garlington Road office of C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS
April 4, 2018
Berkshire Hathaway Home Services C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announced that Amie Kazawic has joined the company’s Garlington Road office as a sales associate. A recent transplant to Greenville, Kazawic moved…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: on-the-move, residential-real-estate
Business leader Guy Furay announces for Congress as American Party candidate
April 4, 2018
GREENVILLE, S.C. – With a promise to always “Listen First,” local business leader Guy Furay announced he is seeking the American Party’s nomination for Congress in the Fourth District. Furay…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: on-the-move
Southeastern receives Echo Global Logistics’ 2017 Regional Carrier Award
April 4, 2018
Southeastern Freight Lines, a leading provider of regional less-than-truckload (LTL) transportation services, has received the 2017 Echo Global Logistics Platinum Award for Outstanding Regional LTL Carriers’ Service. Echo recognized Southeastern…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: on-the-move, transportation
Duck Derby set for May 5 in Greenville
April 4, 2018
Up to 10,000 yellow rubber ducks will speed through downtown on Saturday, May 5 for the 14th annual Reedy River Duck Derby. The Reedy River Duck Derby is the primary…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: non-profit, on-the-move
Gov. Henry McMaster statement on H.4376, Santee Cooper Reform Bill
April 3, 2018
Governor Henry McMaster released the following statement on the S.C. House of Representatives passing H.4376, a bill that, among other things, reforms the structure of Santee Cooper’s Board of Directors…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: energy, government, on-the-move, utilities
Universal Forest Products to open new facility in Orangeburg County
April 3, 2018
Manufacturing Plant to Create Approximately 120 New Jobs Over the Next Several Years Gov. Henry McMaster and the S.C. Department of Commerce announced that Universal Forest Products, a provider of…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: economic-development, manufacturing, on-the-move
Richard Eckstrom honored by national comptrollers group
April 3, 2018S.C. Comptroller Richard Eckstrom has been honored for leadership in the field of governmental accounting and financial reporting. . The National Association of State Comptrollers (NASC) recently presented Eckstrom with…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: government, on-the-move
Business leader Guy Furay announces for Congress as American Party candidate
April 3, 2018
GREENVILLE, S.C. – With a promise to always “Listen First,” local business leader Guy Furay announced he is seeking the American Party’s nomination for Congress in the Fourth District. Furay…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: on-the-move
Southeastern receives Echo Global Logistics’ 2017 Regional Carrier Award
April 3, 2018Southeastern Freight Lines, a leading provider of regional less-than-truckload (LTL) transportation services, has received the 2017 Echo Global Logistics Platinum Award for Outstanding Regional LTL Carriers’ Service. Echo recognized Southeastern…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: on-the-move, transportation
Top Grossing Movies – April 2
April 2, 2018
Theatrical grosses from comScore Week of 03/30/2018 to 04/05/2018 Rank Title Rating Distributor Weeks Weekend Locs Weekend Gross Cumulative 1 Ready Player One PG13 Warner Bros. 1 4,234 $41,764,050…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: life, on-the-move
Amos Guiora to lecture April 16 at Wofford on bystander intervention
April 2, 2018
Author, professor of law and retired Israel Defense Forces officer Amos N. Guiora will share the experiences of his family during the Holocaust and will examine sexual assault cases to…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: on-the-move
United Community Banks, Inc. announces CEO succession plan
April 2, 2018
United Community Banks, Inc. announced that, after almost 35 years of service, its Chief Executive Officer, Jimmy Tallent, will retire from his current position effective June 30, 2018. Mr. Tallent will…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: banking-and-finance, on-the-move
Bodies of Knowledge Symposium aims to create a better world for LGBTQ people
April 2, 2018
The 10th anniversary of the Bodies of Knowledge Symposium at the University of South Carolina Upstate will take place April 9-11, 2018. This year’s theme is Creating a Better World for LGBTQ People. The…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: education, on-the-move
International Film Festival celebrates thirteenth year
April 2, 2018The 13th Annual Myrtle Beach International Film Festival (MBIFF), billed as “The East Coast’s answer to the Sundance Film Festival”, has set this year’s Festival dates for April 16-21, 2018. Winner of…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: on-the-move, the-arts
International Film Festival celebrates thirteenth year
April 2, 2018The 13th Annual Myrtle Beach International Film Festival (MBIFF), billed as “The East Coast’s answer to the Sundance Film Festival”, has set this year’s Festival dates for April 16-21, 2018. Winner of…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: on-the-move, the-arts
Extraordinary women in healthcare honored
April 2, 2018AnMed Health honored women in healthcare who put the “extra” in extraordinary. On March 29, during the 2018 Extraordinary Women in Healthcare reception and symposium at AnMed Health Cancer Center…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: health-care, on-the-move
Topgolf breaks ground in Myrtle Beach
April 2, 2018
Global sports entertainment leader Topgolf® has officially broken ground in Myrtle Beach. The 55,000-square-foot venue is expected to open to the public in early 2019. “We’re honored that Topgolf has selected Myrtle Beach for another South Carolina…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: hospitality, on-the-move, sports
Topgolf breaks ground in Myrtle Beach
April 2, 2018
Global sports entertainment leader Topgolf® has officially broken ground in Myrtle Beach. The 55,000-square-foot venue is expected to open to the public in early 2019. “We’re honored that Topgolf has selected Myrtle Beach for another South Carolina…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: hospitality, on-the-move, sports
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd helps Grace Hill move headquarters to Greenville
April 2, 2018
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd welcomed their client Grace Hill to Greenville. The company is expanding existing operations in Greenville County and locating its corporate headquarters in the downtown area. It’s clear to…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: law, on-the-move
Cantina 76 expands to Mount Pleasant, 5th location for S.C.-based restaurant
April 2, 2018Independently owned, Mexican-inspired taqueria and bar Cantina 76 will open its fifth full-service location in Mount Pleasant. This is the South Carolina-based restaurant group’s second location in the Lowcountry, following…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: food, on-the-move, retail
701 CCA Presents: Columbia Open Studios, April 7-8, Free Weekend-Long Tour of 70 Local Artists’ Workspaces
April 2, 2018Discover the Midlands’ vibrant art scene for free during the eighth annual Columbia Open Studios tour, presented by 701 Center for Contemporary Art (701 CCA), Saturday, April 7 [10 a.m.…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: on-the-move, the-arts
WREN Annual Summit – April 9-10
April 2, 2018When: April 9-10, 2018 Where: Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center & USC Alumni Center WREN (Women’s Rights & Empowerment Network) will be hosting their 2nd Annual WREN Summit. The theme of this…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: on-the-move
WREN Annual Summit – April 9-10
April 2, 2018When: April 9-10, 2018 Where: Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center & USC Alumni Center WREN (Women’s Rights & Empowerment Network) will be hosting their 2nd Annual WREN Summit. The theme of this…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: on-the-move
Shine the Light Announces 2018 Line Up of Nonprofit Speakers and Kickoff – April 24
April 2, 2018
DNA Creative Communications (DNA), in partnership with the Community Foundation of Greenville, the United Way of Greenville County, the Hollingsworth Funds, The Graham Foundation and the Jolley Foundation announces the…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: non-profit, on-the-move
Low Country Case & Millwork expanding its operations in Charleston County
April 2, 2018
Facility Expansion to Bring $7 Million of Capital Investment Low Country Case & Millwork (LCCM), a manufacturer and installer of commercial casework and millwork, is expanding its existing Charleston County…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: manufacturing, on-the-move
Low Country Case & Millwork expanding its operations in Charleston County
April 2, 2018
Facility Expansion to Bring $7 Million of Capital Investment Low Country Case & Millwork (LCCM), a manufacturer and installer of commercial casework and millwork, is expanding its existing Charleston County…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: manufacturing, on-the-move
Six with ties to the Palmetto State commit to RBC Heritage
April 2, 2018
Scott Brown, Lucas Glover, Bill Haas, Kevin Kisner, Ben Martin and William McGirt are joining fellow South Carolinian and defending champion Wesley Bryan at the 50th annual RBC Heritage Presented…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: headlines, on-the-move, sports
Six with ties to the Palmetto State commit to RBC Heritage
April 2, 2018
Scott Brown, Lucas Glover, Bill Haas, Kevin Kisner, Ben Martin and William McGirt are joining fellow South Carolinian and defending champion Wesley Bryan at the 50th annual RBC Heritage Presented…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: headlines, on-the-move, sports
Sonoco welcomes Robert C. Tiede as President and CEO
April 2, 2018
Sonoco, one of the largest diversified global packaging companies, announced the start of Robert C. Tiede’s tenure as the new President and CEO of Sonoco. Tiede replaces the retiring Jack…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: manufacturing, on-the-move
Sonoco welcomes Robert C. Tiede as President and CEO
April 2, 2018
Sonoco, one of the largest diversified global packaging companies, announced the start of Robert C. Tiede’s tenure as the new President and CEO of Sonoco. Tiede replaces the retiring Jack…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: manufacturing, on-the-move
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd helps Grace Hill move headquarters to Greenville
April 2, 2018
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd welcomed their client Grace Hill to Greenville. The company is expanding existing operations in Greenville County and locating its corporate headquarters in the downtown area. It’s clear to…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: law, on-the-move
Cantina 76 expands to Mount Pleasant, 5th location for S.C.-based restaurant
April 2, 2018
Independently owned, Mexican-inspired taqueria and bar Cantina 76 will open its fifth full-service location in Mount Pleasant. This is the South Carolina-based restaurant group’s second location in the Lowcountry, following…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: food, on-the-move, retail
701 CCA Presents: Columbia Open Studios, April 7-8, Free Weekend-Long Tour of 70 Local Artists’ Workspaces
April 2, 2018
Discover the Midlands’ vibrant art scene for free during the eighth annual Columbia Open Studios tour, presented by 701 Center for Contemporary Art (701 CCA), Saturday, April 7 [10 a.m.…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: on-the-move, the-arts
New Corporate headquarters for Greenwood Capital
March 30, 2018Reinvestment in Uptown Greenwood Continues Greenwood Capital announced its relocation to its newly renovated offices on the first floor of 425 Main St., in the heart of Uptown Greenwood. An…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: banking-and-finance, on-the-move, retail
BJU hosts Masterclass with Dr. Mary Kathryn Brewer – April 6 & 7
March 30, 2018
The Bob Jones University Division of Music will host vocalist Dr. Mary Kathryn Brewer Friday, April 6, at 5 p.m. in War Memorial Chapel. Dr. Brewer will present a voice recital titled…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: education, on-the-move
USC Upstate officially introduces new basketball coach Thursday, April 5
March 30, 2018
The University of South Carolina Upstate announced this morning that Dave Dickerson will join the university as head coach of the men’s basketball team. Dickerson, who is currently employed with…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: on-the-move, sports
Annual AIA South Carolina Design Conference, “Community: By Design,” to take place in Lake City, S.C. brings famed Hip Hop Architect, Michael Ford, Assoc. AIA
March 30, 2018Conference is Teaming Up with the South’s Most Engaging Art Competition and Festival, ArtFields The American Institute of Architects’ South Carolina Chapter (AIA SC), is excited to share that this…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: architecture, on-the-move
AnMed Health nurse wins prestigious award
March 30, 2018
An AnMed Health nurse is one of the best in South Carolina. Shaunda Trotter, assistant vice president for nursing, is among the recipients of the 2018 Palmetto Gold Award. Palmetto Gold Awards…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: health-care, on-the-move
Annual AIA South Carolina Design Conference, “Community: By Design,” to take place in Lake City, S.C. brings famed Hip Hop Architect, Michael Ford, Assoc. AIA
March 30, 2018Conference is Teaming Up with the South’s Most Engaging Art Competition and Festival, ArtFields The American Institute of Architects’ South Carolina Chapter (AIA SC), is excited to share that this…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: architecture, on-the-move
Greenville Little Theatre (GLT) presents Perfect Wedding – April
March 29, 2018
Greenville Little Theatre (GLT) presents Perfect Wedding, a hilarious farce featuring some of Greenville’s comedic favorites in a tale of bad timing and unfortunate circumstances. “Clever dialogue that moves at the speed…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: on-the-move
Spartanburg Water Laboratory Services Manager honored for outstanding performance
March 29, 2018
Spartanburg Water’s Syndee Poteat recently was honored by the Water Environment Association of South Carolina’s (WEASC) top award for water quality analysis at the South Carolina Environmental Conference. The Laboratory…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: on-the-move, utilities
Spartanburg Water team wins hands-on competition at state environmental conference
March 29, 2018
Spartanburg Water operators and technicians are responsible for operating drinking water and reclaimed water treatment facilities, solve complex problems, respond to emergencies, and perform analyses related to water safety every…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: on-the-move, utilities
Nicole Tucker Joins Coldwell Banker Caine in Greenville
March 29, 2018
Coldwell Banker Caine recently welcomed Nicole Tucker as a residential sales agent to its Greenville office. In her previous career as a leasing professional, Nicole realized her love for managing…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: on-the-move, residential-real-estate
Ricky Skaggs & Kentucky Thunder will play the Peace Center’s TD Stage on Tuesday, May 29, at 8 p.m., as part of the Corona Concert Series.
March 29, 2018Ricky Skaggs struck his first chords on a mandolin more than 50 years ago, and this 15-time Grammy® Award-winner continues to do his part to lead the recent roots revival in…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: on-the-move
Greenlink to Host Open House April 26
March 29, 2018
The Greenville Transit Authority (GTA) has finalized the 2020-24 Transit Development Plan (TDP) study of the Greenlink transit system and will hold a drop-in style open house on Thursday, April 26 from 4…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: government, on-the-move
Living Paper Creatures
March 29, 2018Grace Jerome Lloyd of Charlotte, NC will showcase her menagerie of papier maché animals in the exhibition “Living Paper Creatures” at West Main Artists Co-op in Spartanburg April 3-28, giving…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: on-the-move, the-arts
Fine Art + Flora at the GCMA – April 21-22
March 29, 2018Welcome spring with the perfect pairing of fresh flowers and fine art at the Greenville County Museum of Art’s Fine Art + Flora Weekend, April 21-22. Local floral designers, including renowned…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: on-the-move
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS ranks #1 for Upstate South Carolina
March 29, 2018
REAL Trends 500 ranks nation’s largest real estate firms REAL Trends, the trusted source for news and research about the real estate brokerage industry, announced the results of the 2018…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: on-the-move, residential-real-estate
