Gibbes Museum announces $10,000 Prize for Contemporary Southern Art
July 27, 2023
The Gibbes Museum of Art announced the 2023 1858 Prize for Contemporary Southern Art. Each year, Society 1858, the museum’s young professionals auxiliary group, awards a $10,000 cash prize to…
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Robert Ariail’s “Lowcountry” panel wins national award for best cartoon
July 27, 2023
Cartoonist Robert Ariail has been honored with a national award for best cartoon by the Association of Alternative News Media (AAN). Ariail’s “Lowcountry” panel stood out among the competition, impressing…
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More students to receive free meals this school year
July 27, 2023
Students at 25 schools and centers in Richland School District Two will eat breakfast and lunch for free during the 2023-2024 school year and families will not have to fill…
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Teamwork
July 27, 2023
By Jeff Becraft I’m up at my dad’s right now. And part of the reason is that we need to have some really huge trees taken down. We’re talking…
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Back to school survey: 44% of teens “likely” to use AI to do their schoolwork for them this school year
July 27, 2023
Research by Junior Achievement Shows 60% of Teens Consider the Use of AI to Do Their Schoolwork for Them as “Cheating” A new survey of teens conducted for Junior Achievement…
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City of Charleston Business Services Division to host annual Lender Matchmaking Event
July 27, 2023
The city of Charleston Business Services Division, in partnership with the Small Business Administration (SBA) and Veterans Business Outreach Center (VBOC), will host its annual Lender Matchmaking Event from 10…
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The Leon Levine Foundation awards $45,000 grant to Senior Resources to provide nutritional support and resources to vulnerable seniors
July 27, 2023
Senior Resources announces that The Leon Levine Foundation has awarded $45,000 in grant funding to provide nutritional support and resources that will enable seniors to age with dignity and remain…
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Mayor John Tecklenburg, Charlamagne Tha God to open 11th annual Lowcountry Mental Health Conference
July 27, 2023
Charleston Mayor John Tecklenburg and radio and TV personality Charlamagne Tha God will deliver opening remarks for the 11th annual Lowcountry Mental Health Conference (LMHC), set to begin at 8:30 a.m. on…
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Restaurants key sector for Cason Development Group
July 27, 2023
When Masa Mexican Street Food opens this fall as part of the 5th & Sloan Development on Rosewood Drive, it will be the fifth restaurant redevelopment project in Columbia by…
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Introducing Charleston Southern University’s 4th president
July 27, 2023
The Charleston Southern University Board of Trustees unanimously approved and announced the appointment of B. Keith Faulkner, JD, LLM, MBA, as CSU’s fourth president. Faulkner, a 1998 Charleston Southern alumnus, will…
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Secretary of State Mark Hammond to offer free notary public seminars across South Carolina
July 27, 2023
This fall, Secretary of State Mark Hammond will be offering seven free regional notary public seminars for South Carolina notaries and those interested in becoming a notary. These seminars will…
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ScanSource announces partnership with Logitech
July 27, 2023
New partnership expands video collaboration and modern workplace solutions ScanSource, Inc. (NASDAQ: SCSC), a leading hybrid distributor connecting devices to the cloud, announced a partnership with Logitech, a leading designer…
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Mayors meet mid-bridge over the Cooper River in SC7 destination event
July 27, 2023
Linked by the 2.5-mile Ravenel Bridge spanning the South Carolina Lowcountry’s historic Cooper River is the City of Charleston and the Town of Mount Pleasant from which their respective mayors…
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USC Palmetto College iCarolina Learning Labs celebrate 10K visitors
July 27, 2023
The USC Palmetto College iCarolina Learning Lab Network has reached a significant milestone. To date, the eight established iCarolina Learning Labs have served over 10,000 visitors across South Carolina. The…
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Addison Homes receives Home Builders Association of Greenville’s Green Building Bridge Award
July 27, 2023
Addison Homes, a local home builder which specializes in building healthy, high-performance homes that emphasize increased comfort and durability, better indoor air quality, ultra energy efficiency, and the use of…
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Solicitor’s office, state Human Trafficking Task Force donate supplies to local schools
July 27, 2023
School children across the 8th Circuit, comprised of Abbeville, Greenwood, Laurens, and Newberry counties, will again be greeted with the time-honored tradition of a school supply donation from the 8th…
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Chairs Rodgers and Duncan Unveil Draft Legislation to Modernize and Expand U.S. Pipeline Infrastructure
July 26, 2023
House Energy and Commerce Committee Chair Cathy McMorris Rodgers (R-WA) and Energy, Climate, and Grid Security Subcommittee Chair Jeff Duncan (R-SC) today unveiled draft legislation, the Pipeline Safety, Modernization, and…
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Five ways to spend unused 529 plan funds
July 26, 2023
Opening a 529 plan is a fantastic way to save for education for a child. Imagine that you have been saving for your child’s college education since she was a…
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Laurens County Library Announces August Program Offerings
July 26, 2023
Dog Days of Summer got you down? Enjoy a month of exciting programs at the Laurens County Libraries. We start off with Beginning Vegetable Garden with Master Gardener Jim Reynolds.…
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Madeline Huffman and Cody Mann join FinTrust Capital Advisors
July 26, 2023
FinTrust Capital Advisors is pleased to announce that Madeline Huffman and Cody Mann have joined the FinTrust team in Greenville, SC. Madeline, as Operations Administrator, will provide back-office support and…
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Crawford awarded Bronze Medal for sustainability
July 26, 2023
Crawford, a full-service marketing agency in Greenville, S.C. is proud to announce it has been awarded the 2023 Bronze certification by EcoVadis, the world’s most trusted provider of business sustainability…
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Cyberwoven, a South Carolina-based digital agency publishes new insights piece: Hi Ed Marketing: Navigating a Changing Landscape
July 26, 2023
Cyberwoven, a leading brand, web, and marketing agency located in the heart of South Carolina, sat down with the firm’s Director of Strategy, Dan Hoover, to discuss the evolving higher…
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Trey Martin named to AdvisorHub’s 200 Fast Growing Advisors to Watch
July 26, 2023
Wilkes “Trey” Martin, AIF®, WMS, Managing Director & Senior Vice President of Sage Capital Wealth Management of Raymond James, has been recognized as one of AdvisorHub’s 200 Fast Growing Advisors…
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The Lumberyard Line Up
July 26, 2023
The Summer has flown by! The last weekend before school starts in Laurens County is here. Come out to the Lumberyard for a fun night out. Here’s the line up…
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Clinton Churches Plan “Walk, Worship & Prayer” for the New School Year
July 26, 2023
Local churches in Clinton are organizing a special event, “Walk, Worship & Prayer for our Schools,” on Sunday, July 30, at 6:00 pm. The event will commence with a walk…
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Unveiling the Transformative Impact of the New Clinton Library Building with Groundbreaking Ceremony
July 26, 2023
History was made in Clinton on Thursday July 20 as members of the community gathered for the groundbreaking ceremony for the new Clinton Library. It was a hot sunny morning…
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City of Clinton Town Rhythms Presents: “The Tams” Live in Concert!
July 26, 2023
Music lovers in Laurens County are in for a treat! The City of Clinton Town Rhythms is back with a band that will have you wanting to get up and…
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Building Stronger Communities: National Night Out in Laurens August 1
July 26, 2023
The Laurens Police Department (LPD) is joining forces with the Laurens County Sheriff’s Office (LCSO) and the Clinton Police Department (CPD) for National Night Out (NNO) on August 1 from…
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United Way of Laurens County Launches Youth Advisory Program to Empower Future Leaders
July 26, 2023
United Way of Laurens County (UWLC) recently announced the launch of its innovative Youth Advisory Program, aiming to engage and empower the youth of the community. This program comes with…
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South Carolina Highway Patrol enters new Mustang Cruiser into National Calendar Contest
July 26, 2023
One of the SC Highway Patrol’s new Ford Mustang cruisers is representing South Carolina in America’s Best Looking Cruiser Contest! The annual contest is put on by the American Association of State Troopers (AAST) and allows state…
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La’Jessica Stringfellow named as legal ‘Phenom’ by S.C. Lawyers Weekly
July 26, 2023
La’Jessica Stringfellow, an associate attorney with Robinson Gray law firm, has been recognized as a member of the 2023 class of Lawyers Weekly Media Icons and Phenoms. She is being…
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David Schissler joins the Spartanburg office of C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS®
July 26, 2023
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announced that David Schissler has joined the company’s Spartanburg office as a sales associate. Originally from Chicago, David was drawn to the warmth…
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SC Teachers Visit SC Ports Wando Welch Terminal
July 26, 2023
Strategic Development Group was proud to sponsor a trip for South Caroline educators to the South Carolina Ports Authority on Thursday, July 20, 2023. The trip was hosted by the…
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Cate Smolinsky joins DWG, Inc. Consulting Engineers as Director of Marketing
July 26, 2023
Cate Smolinsky has joined DWG, Inc. Consulting Engineers (DWG) as Director of Marketing. Smolinsky comes to DWG with extensive marketing experience in the AEC industry and will lead all marketing,…
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Southern First reports results for second quarter 2023
July 26, 2023
Southern First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: SFST), holding company for Southern First Bank, today announced its financial results for the three-month period ended June 30, 2023. “I am proud of our…
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Presbyterian College Occupational Therapy Doctoral Program Granted Seven-Year Acote Accreditation
July 26, 2023
The Occupational Therapy Doctoral Program at Presbyterian College has been approved for a seven-year accreditation by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) — the longest initial accreditation time…
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Rack N Roll to Hold Town Hall Meeting to Address the Liquor Liability Insurance Crisis Impacting South Carolina Restaurants and Entertainment Venues
July 26, 2023
The rising liquor liability insurance rates in South Carolina have become a pressing concern for restaurants and entertainment venues, causing significant challenges for small businesses and the state’s vibrant hospitality…
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Southern First Reports Results for Second Quarter 2023
July 26, 2023
Greenville, South Carolina, July 25, 2023 – Southern First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: SFST), holding company for Southern First Bank, today announced its financial results for the three-month period ended June…
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Follow the Yellow Brick Road to Stardom: Audition for the Wizard of Oz at Laurens County Community Theatre!
July 26, 2023
Lions, and tigers, and bears, oh my! Get ready for an unforgettable journey down the Yellow Brick Road as the Laurens County Community Theatre proudly presents auditions for their upcoming…
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Caring citizen delivers stuffed animals to Richland County Sheriff’s Department
July 25, 2023Toys will be presented to children by RCSD deputies By W. Thomas Smith Jr. The Richland County Sheriff’s Department (RCSD) was the recipient of more than 30 stuffed animals, a…
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Bridging The Gap launches this week to explore workforce
July 25, 2023
The YoPro Know will be releasing Bridging The Gap, its latest effort to help further discussion on the recruitment and retention of young professionals, on its social media channels this…
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First Choice makes going back to school easy and fun in Columbia
July 25, 2023
Jump-Start Back-to-School event offers school supplies, backpacks, and more Select Health of South Carolina’s First Choice health plan will host its second Jump-Start Back-to-School event of the summer, featuring back-to-school information, children’s activities,…
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Newberry College to partner with new YMCA childcare center
July 25, 2023
Affordable, high-quality childcare centers are in high demand in South Carolina. With the Newberry YMCA planning to build a new center in the next year, Newberry College teacher education students…
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USC School of Medicine Greenville culinary medicine instructor shares aspartame alternatives
July 25, 2023
A recent World Health Organization study that outlines the need for further investigation on aspartame’s potential health effects has many seeking natural alternatives to chemical sweeteners. Dr. Krista Blackwell, a…
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Recruiting Solutions relocates Florence office
July 25, 2023
Recruiting Solutions, a leading recruitment firm and staffing agency, announced the relocation of its Florence office to 217 Dozier Blvd, Suite 202, Florence, SC. The recently completed space marks Recruiting…
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GSSM receives $10,000 grant from Trane Technologies to provide scholarships for summer programs
July 25, 2023
The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science and Mathematics (GSSM) Foundation announced it has received a $10,000 grant from Trane Technologies. This gift will support scholarships for students across the…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Roshanda Pratt, REP Network and Host of The Rosho Live
July 25, 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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Crawford adds three team members, promotes two more and recognizes milestone anniversary
July 24, 2023
Crawford, a full-service strategic marketing agency based in Greenville, recently welcomed three new team members, promoted two invaluable performers and honored a milestone anniversary. Andrea Stegall, chief operating officer celebrates…
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Kara Tiffany joins the Woodruff at Five Forks office of C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS®
July 24, 2023
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announced that Kara Tiffany has joined the company’s Woodruff at Five Forks office as a sales associate. Kara has dedicated thirty years of…
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Cayce Mayor Elise Partin to run for reelection in November 2023
July 24, 2023
First female mayor seeks next term in office Cayce Mayor Elise Partin formally announces her candidacy for re-election to the office of Mayor in the upcoming November 7, 2023 election.…
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