Taylors Fire and Sewer District receives Excellence in Collection System Operations Award
April 13, 2018
Taylors Fire and Sewer District is pleased to announce that the district recently received the Water Environment Association of South Carolina’s (WEASC) Excellence in Collection System Operations Award for 2017.…
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Zeke Lollis joins Coldwell Banker Caine in Greenville
April 12, 2018
Coldwell Banker Caine recently welcomed Zeke Lollis as a residential sales agent to its Greenville office. With previous experience in human resources and account management, Zeke has always enjoyed working…
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OPDE Group launching solar project in Bamberg County
April 12, 2018
OPDE Group announced plans to construct a new, state-of-the-art solar farm in Bamberg County. The company plans to invest approximately $63 million in this new operation. Headquartered in Spain, OPDE…
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OPDE Group launching solar project in Bamberg County
April 12, 2018
OPDE Group announced plans to construct a new, state-of-the-art solar farm in Bamberg County. The company plans to invest approximately $63 million in this new operation. Headquartered in Spain, OPDE…
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SC Ports handles record container and finished vehicle volumes in March
April 12, 2018
South Carolina Ports Authority announced the strongest monthly container volume in its history, with 199,659 twenty foot-equivalent container units (TEUs) handled in March. The month was nearly 4 percent higher…
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SC Ports handles record container and finished vehicle volumes in March
April 12, 2018
South Carolina Ports Authority announced the strongest monthly container volume in its history, with 199,659 twenty foot-equivalent container units (TEUs) handled in March. The month was nearly 4 percent higher…
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Jackson promotes Micah Manor to East Coast event manager
April 12, 2018
Jackson Marketing, Motorsports & Events, South Carolina’s second- largest integrated marketing communication and events agency, has promoted Micah Manor to East Coast event manager. Manor joined Jackson in 2007 as…
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The Cliffs adds three to executive leadership team
April 12, 2018
The Cliffs is pleased to announce the addition of three new members to its executive leadership team: John Garcia as director of sales operations, Lauren Buckland as director of sales…
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CDS hockey night with the Greenville Swamp Rabbits raises $11,247
April 12, 2018
The 2018 CDS Night with the Swamp Rabbits raised over $11,247 for the Center for Developmental Services (CDS). CDS families enjoyed the game and participated in pregame activities such as…
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Jackson promotes Micah Manor to East Coast event manager
April 12, 2018
Jackson Marketing, Motorsports & Events, South Carolina’s second- largest integrated marketing communication and events agency, has promoted Micah Manor to East Coast event manager. Manor joined Jackson in 2007 as…
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The Cliffs adds three to executive leadership team
April 12, 2018
The Cliffs is pleased to announce the addition of three new members to its executive leadership team: John Garcia as director of sales operations, Lauren Buckland as director of sales…
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Greenville Little Theatre announces 2018-2019 season
April 11, 2018
Greenville Little Theatre’s Executive Artistic Director Allen McCalla and Producing Director Suzanne McCalla have announced the much anticipated 2018-2019 season. Featuring six MainStage productions in the beautiful 571-seat Charles E.…
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Srikanth Pilla of Clemson University accepts Young Scientist award from Gov. Henry McMaster
April 11, 2018
Gov. Henry McMaster is honoring a Clemson University researcher who has quickly become a leader in the technology behind composite materials, part of a fast-growing industry that has brought South…
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Clyburn announces $213 million of additional funding for disaster mitigation in South Carolina
April 11, 2018As part of the supplemental disaster recovery funding following Hurricanes Harvey, Irma, and Maria, which was passed in February, Congress included additional disaster mitigation funds for South Carolina communities from 2015’s…
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Gov. Henry McMaster names Mark Elam as the next Chairman of DHEC Board
April 11, 2018Governor Henry McMaster nominated Mark Elam as the next Chairman of the South Carolina Board of Health and Environmental Control. Having formerly served as chief of staff and senior legal…
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Bank of South Carolina Corporation announces first quarter earnings & dividend
April 11, 2018The Bank of South Carolina Corporation, announced earnings of $1,612,230 or $0.32 basic and diluted per share for the quarter ended March 31, 2018 – an increase of 31.49% from earnings for the quarter ended March 31,…
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Bank of South Carolina Corporation announces first quarter earnings & dividend
April 11, 2018The Bank of South Carolina Corporation, announced earnings of $1,612,230 or $0.32 basic and diluted per share for the quarter ended March 31, 2018 – an increase of 31.49% from earnings for the quarter ended March 31,…
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WREN mobilizes diverse leaders from across state at annual summit and Gubernatorial Forum
April 11, 2018
On April 9th-10th, 2018, the Women’s Rights and Empowerment Network (WREN) hosted its annual summit at the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center and USC Alumni Center. Registrants had the opportunity to…
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WREN mobilizes diverse leaders from across state at annual summit and Gubernatorial Forum
April 11, 2018
On April 9th-10th, 2018, the Women’s Rights and Empowerment Network (WREN) hosted its annual summit at the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center and USC Alumni Center. Registrants had the opportunity to…
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GADC to celebrate Greenville County economic development successes, present Chairman’s Award for Economic Impact
April 11, 2018
The Greenville Area Development Corporation (GADC), charged with promoting and enhancing quality of life in Greenville County by facilitating job growth and investment, will announce continuing strong job creation and…
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GADC to celebrate Greenville County economic development successes, present Chairman’s Award for Economic Impact
April 11, 2018
The Greenville Area Development Corporation (GADC), charged with promoting and enhancing quality of life in Greenville County by facilitating job growth and investment, will announce continuing strong job creation and…
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Carri Allen Jones MD MPH joins BANDWAGON’s Board of Advisors
April 11, 2018
Carri Allen Jones MD MPH is joining the Board of Advisors for BANDWAGON, a sports technology company that captures and enhances the game day experience for teams and brands. Jones’…
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J. Geiger Shading expanding operations in Charleston County
April 10, 2018
Window Shade Manufacturer Creating 26 New Jobs J. Geiger Shading, a provider of modern window shading, is expanding its existing Charleston County operations. The company’s $1.1 million investment is projected…
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Crawford Strategy welcomes Taylor Wilson as account coordinator
April 10, 2018
Crawford Strategy, a full-service marketing, brand development, public relations and digital media agency, welcome Taylor Wilson as account coordinator. Wilson will work closely with members of the Crawford Strategy account…
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FinTrust’s Reynolds awarded designation
April 10, 2018
FinTrust’s Jennifer Reynolds has been awarded with the CES™ (Certified Estate and Trust Specialist™) designation by the Institute of Business & Finance (IBF). This graduate-level designation is conferred upon candidates…
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Greenville businesswoman named first female Chair of Site Selectors Guild
April 10, 2018
Didi Caldwell, founding principal of Global Location Strategies (GLS), has been elected the Chairwoman of the Board of the Site Selectors Guild (SSG), the association of the world’s foremost professional site selection consultants. It…
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Hiring and networking event to recruit new GTC adjunct faculty – May 8
April 10, 2018
Greenville Technical College hopes to increase its roster of adjunct instructors with a hiring and networking event May 8. The event will be held at the University Center Greenville Auditorium…
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Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS awarded sales professional eCertified designation
April 10, 2018
Ever on the cutting edge of real estate technology, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announced today that Charlene Panek has received Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices’ distinguished eCertified The Next…
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Basketball, baseball and air/paintball guns top the list of leading causes of eye injuries
April 10, 2018The South Carolina Society of Ophthalmology and the American Academy of Ophthalmology offer guidance on how to protect sight during Sports Eye Safety Month in April More than 40 percent…
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RBC Aerostructures growing its Oconee County operations
April 10, 2018
Company Investing $3.8 Million in Manufacturing Facility Expansion RBC Aerostructures, a provider of control rods and precision machined parts to aerospace and defense customers, is expanding its existing Oconee County…
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RBC Aerostructures growing its Oconee County operations
April 10, 2018
Company Investing $3.8 Million in Manufacturing Facility Expansion RBC Aerostructures, a provider of control rods and precision machined parts to aerospace and defense customers, is expanding its existing Oconee County…
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Home Works of America receives $50,000 from Wells Fargo
April 10, 2018
Home Works of America is pleased to announce a $50,000 investment from Wells Fargo, which will enable the continued expansion of the organization’s mission across South Carolina. Home Works of America provides…
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Home Works of America receives $50,000 from Wells Fargo
April 10, 2018
Home Works of America is pleased to announce a $50,000 investment from Wells Fargo, which will enable the continued expansion of the organization’s mission across South Carolina. Home Works of America provides…
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CarolinaPower wins National Excellence in Construction Award
April 10, 2018
CarolinaPower, a leading Carolinas-based electrical contractor with four offices in South Carolina, was recognized nationally by the Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) for its exemplary performance as electrical contractor for…
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Jasmine Road announces Messick as new Executive Director
April 10, 2018
The board of directors of Jasmine Road recently announced that Beth Messick has been selected as the nonprofit’s new Executive Director. Jasmine Road is a 501(c)3 organization with a mission…
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Pope Flynn launches tenth anniversary celebrations of firm founding
April 10, 2018
Pope Flynn, a law firm concentrating in public finance, governmental law, and procurement and construction, is celebrating the tenth anniversary of its founding throughout the year with celebration events around…
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Pope Flynn launches tenth anniversary celebrations of firm founding
April 10, 2018
Pope Flynn, a law firm concentrating in public finance, governmental law, and procurement and construction, is celebrating the tenth anniversary of its founding throughout the year with celebration events around…
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Waldrop, Inc. announces leadership changes as part of planned succession plan
April 10, 2018
Waldrop, Inc., a leading full-service mechanical contracting firm, announces changes in its leadership team with Dennis Pruitt assuming the role of President of the company and Bill Caldwell moving into…
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Basketball, baseball and air/paintball guns top the list of leading causes of eye injuries
April 10, 2018The South Carolina Society of Ophthalmology and the American Academy of Ophthalmology offer guidance on how to protect sight during Sports Eye Safety Month in April More than 40 percent…
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Greenville Country Club expands its service team
April 10, 2018
Greenville Country Club recently expanded its guest services team with the promotion of Julia Bankert (pictured) to Membership Director and addition of Mikaela Freeman as Private Events Director. Julia Bankert…
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Waldrop, Inc. announces leadership changes as part of planned succession plan
April 10, 2018
Waldrop, Inc., a leading full-service mechanical contracting firm, announces changes in its leadership team with Dennis Pruitt assuming the role of President of the company and Bill Caldwell moving into…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: construction, on-the-move
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS awarded sales professional eCertified designation
April 10, 2018
Ever on the cutting edge of real estate technology, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announced today that Charlene Panek has received Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices’ distinguished eCertified The Next…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: on-the-move, residential-real-estate
CarolinaPower wins National Excellence in Construction Award
April 10, 2018
CarolinaPower, a leading Carolinas-based electrical contractor with four offices in South Carolina, was recognized nationally by the Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) for its exemplary performance as electrical contractor for…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: construction, on-the-move
Jasmine Road announces Messick as new Executive Director
April 10, 2018
The board of directors of Jasmine Road recently announced that Beth Messick has been selected as the nonprofit’s new Executive Director. Jasmine Road is a 501(c)3 organization with a mission…
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Top Grossing Movies – April 9
April 9, 2018
Theatrical grosses from comScore Week of 04/06/2018 to 04/12/2018 Rank Title Rating Distributor Weeks Weekend Locs Weekend Gross Cumulative 1 A Quiet Place PG13 Paramount 1 3,508 $50,203,562 $50,203,562…
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BRIGHT+CO Marketing wins regional 2018 American Advertising Federation ADDY® Awards
April 9, 2018
BRIGHT+CO Marketing, a full-service marketing company, is a 2018 regional ADDY winner in the American Advertising Awards for the AFF District 3 which includes North Carolina, South Carolina, and Virginia.…
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Coldwell Banker Caine Spartanburg celebrates Grand Opening, Artist Reception, and 85th Anniversary – April 19
April 9, 2018
Coldwell Banker Caine will host a Grand Opening of its new headquarters at 151 S. Daniel Morgan Avenue and Artist Reception on Thursday, April 19. The party will feature the artwork…
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April is “Second Chance Month” in the City of Greenville
April 9, 2018
Mayor Knox White has proclaimed April as “Second Chance Month” in the city of Greenville. The proclamation aims to honor the tireless work carried out by the Greenville Re-entry Coalition, a…
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CDS Hockey Night with the Greenville Swamp Rabbits
April 9, 2018
The 2018 CDS Night with the Swamp Rabbits raised over $11,247 for the Center for Developmental Services (CDS). CDS families enjoyed the game and participated in pregame activities such as…
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Duke Energy awards $30,000 to Peace Center’s Field Trip Performance Series
April 9, 2018
The Peace Center has received a $30,000 grant from the Duke Energy Foundation supporting the 2017-2018 Field Trip Performance Series, one of the Peace Center’s Community Impact initiatives. On the…
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