Publix coming to Aston’s Powdersville Plaza
September 23, 2024Aston makes significant investment to enhance shopping experience Aston announced the addition of Publix Super Market to Powdersville Plaza. The new store, situated at the northwest corner of Highway 153…
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S.C. Arts Commission launches Creative Careers website
September 23, 2024Today, the South Carolina Arts Commission formally announced the launch of a new website designed to provide information and insight into the vast career opportunities within the state’s thriving $14…
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Lander’s “fashion forward” students ready for education careers
September 23, 2024Clothes don’t make the person, but they do form the foundation for a professional wardrobe to help a person shine in their career. Lander University’s College of Education assists students…
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Midlands Technical College Police Chief graduates from FBI National Academy
September 23, 2024Midlands Technical College Chief of Police Tim Martin has graduated as a member of the 291st session of the FBI National Academy. Chief Martin is the first police chief of…
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Columbia Chamber honors local leaders at 121st Annual Gala
September 23, 2024Midlands Leaders to be Recognized at 121st Annual Gala. The Columbia Chamber announced the award recipients for the 121st Annual Gala, presented by BlueCross® BlueShield® of South Carolina. On Thursday, October 3,…
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Five Points announces naming contest for new permanent art installation to be officially unveiled at JerryFest
September 23, 2024The latest permanent art installation by artist, Clark Ellefson to be unveiled at JerryFest in Five Points on October 6 The Five Points Association announced that their newest permanent art…
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JerryFest 2024… Celebrating ten years in Five Points!
September 23, 2024A free outdoor concert held annually in Five Points will feature regional music acts on two stages, artisan vendors, a Lil’ Hippie Corner and more. JerryFest, a FREE outdoor concert…
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Holliday Dental reaches top 1% of Invisalign® providers in the country
September 23, 2024The Greenville practice has been named #1 General Dentist Invisalign® Provider in South Carolina and listed among the top 1% nationally. Holliday Dental announced that the practice has received Invisalign’s…
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Carnes Crossroads residential community hires Farm Director
September 23, 2024Former Clemson Extension Agent to Lead One of South Carolina’s Largest Agrihoods The cooler September temperatures welcomed Christoper Burtt to Carnes Crossroads as the Agrihood’s first official Farm Director. In this role, Christopher will…
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South Carolina ETV series, “Southern Songwriters with Patrick Davis,” showcases unique musical journey across South Carolina
September 23, 2024South Carolina ETV announced its newest series, Southern Songwriters with Patrick Davis, with episode one premiering on Oct. 3 at 9 p.m. on ETV-HD. Each of the four one-hour episodes takes…
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Update: Laurens Farmers Market Grows with Open Spots for Vendors
September 23, 2024The Laurens Farmers Market continues to expand, bringing fresh energy to downtown every Saturday. Main Street Laurens, alongside local favorites Designs by D and Perfectly Imperfect Vintage & Decor, is…
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Accelerating Success: How Piedmont Tech’s Dual Enrollment Program Helped Nadia Sanders Graduate from USC in Just Two Years
September 23, 2024Nadia Sanders credits the Dual Enrollment Program at Piedmont Technical College (PTC) with enabling her to graduate from the University of South Carolina in only two years. “It was definitely…
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Exciting Updates for the LushAcres Fall Festival 2024!
September 23, 2024LushAcres Farm, located at 1875 W. Maple St. Ext., Clinton, is eagerly preparing for its Fourth Annual Fall Festival, taking place every Saturday in October from 10 AM to 5…
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Affordable Upstate donates land to support Isaiah 117 House
September 23, 2024Mario Brown, co-founder of Affordable Upstate, a leading real estate investment firm in the Upstate of South Carolina, has generously donated land to Isaiah 117 House, an organization dedicated to…
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Lander University Hosts Constitution Day Discussion with Civic Leader Jason Zacher
September 23, 2024Lander students, faculty, staff and community members came together to celebrate Constitution Day with an engaging discussion led by Jason Zacher, president of Bridge Public Strategy Group. The event took…
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South Carolina Improves Voting System While Confidence from Voters Remains High
September 22, 2024A survey of voters who participated in the June Statewide Primaries shows that voters have confidence in the integrity of elections in South Carolina. 82 percent of voters surveyed are…
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Clinton Community Garden to Host ‘Gathering in the Garden’ Party on October 14th
September 22, 2024The Clinton Community Garden invites the public to join in celebrating its founding leaders, Rev. Blake Harwell and Rev. Steven Evans, as well as volunteers from Presbyterian College and Prisma…
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Marketing Minute Video: Navigating a Crisis Like a Pro
September 22, 2024Denada Jackson, NP Strategy When a crisis hits, where do you turn for guidance? NP Strategy experts are here to help. Vice President Denada Jackson shares crucial steps leaders…
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Laurens County Sports Hall of Fame Now Accepting Nominations for 2025 Inductees
September 22, 2024The Laurens County Sports Hall of Fame is now accepting nominations for the Class of 2025. The induction ceremony will be held in May and will feature the sixth class…
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An Update Regarding the Downtown Clinton Fire Emergency Relief Fund: Community Support Surpasses $13,500 as Recovery Efforts Continue
September 21, 2024The Downtown Clinton Fire Emergency Relief Fund (the Fund) currently holds a balance of $13,500, with additional donations expected. We are incredibly grateful for the overwhelming generosity from our community!…
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Scoops on West Main: Clinton’s Sweet Spot Expands with New Hours, Lunch Menu, and Teen Hangout
September 21, 2024Scoops on West Main in Clinton, SC, is making exciting changes as it heads into the fall. Starting October 1, the popular ice cream shop will roll out new operating…
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Clinton High School Girls Tennis Dominates Columbia High, 7-0
September 21, 2024The Clinton High School girls’ tennis team delivered a commanding 7-0 victory over Columbia High School in their latest matchup. In singles play, Libby Dailey, Addy Derrick, Merin Orr, Deborah…
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Industrial space leased to Rolling Suds
September 20, 2024Todd Garrett, CCIM, SIOR, Tradd Varner, SIOR, and Crawford Riddle of Harbor Commercial Partners represented the Landlord, Hollingsworth Capital Partners – Marathon, LLC, in a lease of 5,000 SF of…
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Lease renewal in North Charleston
September 20, 2024Todd Garrett, CCIM, SIOR, Tradd Varner, SIOR, and Crawford Riddle of Harbor Commercial Partners represented Landlord, Pepperdam Industrial LLC, in the lease renewal of 3,200 SF of industrial space at…
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New industrial tenant joins the Mix at 1930 Hanahan Rd
September 20, 2024Todd Garrett, CCIM, SIOR, Tradd Varner, SIOR, and Crawford Riddle of Harbor Commercial Partners represented the Landlord, Northwoods Properties LLC, in the lease of 5,125 SF of industrial space at…
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Lander MBA student refused to let challenges define his future
September 20, 2024Lander University graduate student Trevor Batastini has an impressive resume of academic and athletic achievements. Before arriving in Greenwood to seek his MBA at Lander, Batastini was an undergraduate student…
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Zoo awarded “Gold Standard” of accreditation
September 20, 2024For the 34th straight year, the Greenville Zoo earned accreditation through the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA), the gold standard for institutions that provide world-class animal care and welfare.…
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New social event “Birds of a Feather” debuts at Caw Caw on Sept. 28
September 20, 2024Nature enthusiasts and social butterflies are invited to the perfect new event at Caw Caw Interpretive Center! Called Birds of a Feather, the evening will feature live music, cold beverages…
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Terracon names Chadwick Johnson Director of Electric Utilities
September 20, 2024Terracon, a leading national consulting engineering firm comprised of engineers, scientists, architects, facilities experts, and field professionals, has named Chadwick Johnson Director of Electric Utilities. He will be responsible for business and…
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Laurens County Native and Lander University Alumna Sarah Boazman Segars to Celebrate 102nd Birthday
September 20, 2024One of Lander University’s oldest living alumni is approaching a major milestone. Sarah Boazman Segars, of Laurens County, graduated from what was then Lander College in 1943, and is set…
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Celebrate Black History and culture on September 21 at Jubilee Festival
September 19, 2024WHAT: Jubilee is a FREE community festival where attendees can explore a diverse marketplace featuring local vendors, and delicious food and beverages at the food court; dive deeper into local…
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US Open finalist and top-ranked American Jessica Pegula to play Charleston tennis tournament
September 19, 2024Six-time WTA singles champion and World No. 3 to compete in Credit One Charleston Open player field 2024 US Open finalist, Olympian and top-ranked American Jessica Pegula has entered the…
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Flock and Rally Co-Founder Tracie Broom serves as president of national agency network, PRConsultants Group
September 19, 2024Tracie Broom, co-founder of Flock and Rally: Integrated Communications + Marketing, was elected to serve as 2024 president of a national association of independent PR firms, PRConsultants Group. Founded in…
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State honors R.B. Simms and Landrum Water Treatment Facilities
September 19, 2024Small number of water utilities across South Carolina receive recognition by Area-Wide Optimization Program The Landrum and R.B. Simms Water Treatment Facilities received the South Carolina Area-Wide Optimization Excellence Award…
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Rushmark Properties secures financing to develop Berkeley Commerce Center in Charleston
September 19, 2024The largest speculative industrial project in the market to break ground this year Rushmark Properties announced it has closed on a construction loan with United Bank to develop Berkeley Commerce…
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Rogue Squirrel
September 19, 2024By Tom Poland For two summers now I have battled a rogue squirrel, and the score is squirrel 100, Tom zero. He raids my “go to” hummingbird feeder, and…
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Angels Charge Ministry celebrates 10th anniversary with 2nd annual Second Chance Supper On Tuesday, October 1, 2024!
September 19, 2024The public is invited to be a part of a significant milestone- Angels Charge Ministry’s 10th anniversary celebration with their 2nd annual Second Chance Supper. This event, scheduled for Tuesday,…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Kelly Barnes, Yachtail Vodka Cocktail
September 19, 2024The 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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Charleston County Parks hosts a new Fall Family Festival in Hollywood Oct. 19
September 19, 2024Charleston County Parks is hosting its first ever Fall Family Festival in Hollywood! Join the fun at this free event held at the West County Aquatic Center and Hollywood Town…
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Black Food Truck Festival founder honored as 2024 Forty Under 40
September 19, 2024The Black Food Truck Festival announced that its founder, Marcus Hammond, has been named one of the Charleston Regional Business Journal’s 2024 Forty Under 40 honorees. This prestigious award recognizes…
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Dorchester County Rosebrock Park and Davis-Bailey Park open TRACK Trails for kids and families
September 19, 2024The Dorchester County Parks and Recreation Department, in partnership with the Kids in Parks program, announced the grand opening of new TRACK Trails at Rosebrock Park (507 Beech Hill Rd.,…
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Celebrate 35 years of good with ECCO at the Do Good Jubilee!
September 19, 2024We are excited to invite you to a very special evening as we celebrate 35 years of providing help and hope to our neighbors! ECCO’s Do Good Jubilee will be…
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The BEE Collective and the Charleston Alliance for Fair Employment host Childcare Worker Circle
September 19, 2024Elevating Worker Voices, Building Solidarity, and Empowering Charleston’s Childcare Workforce On September 21, 2024, the BEE Collective and the Charleston Alliance for Fair Employment are joining forces to host the inaugural Childcare Worker Circle,…
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Shaw Circle commences business operations at Charleston Tech Center
September 19, 2024Nearly 20 years after the $680 million acquisition of high-frequency securities trading pioneer Automated Trading Desk (ATD) by Citibank, a promising new fintech startup has commenced operations in Charleston. Shaw…
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Satchel Ford Elementary named Special Olympics National Banner Unified Champion School
September 19, 2024Satchel Ford Elementary School has been named a National Banner Unified Champion School by the Special Olympics. This is the third consecutive year that a Richland One school has received…
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The City of Cayce introduces their new Police Chief
September 19, 2024The City of Cayce announces the name of the newly selected Chief of the Cayce Police Department: Chief Herbert Blake. Blake is a veteran police officer and currently serves as the Chief…
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SCETV announces NextLens Online Film Festival, showcasing South Carolina’s brightest young filmmakers
September 19, 2024South Carolina ETV (SCETV) announced the NextLens Online Film Festival, an exciting opportunity for emerging filmmakers aged 16-26 to showcase their talent, creativity and vision. Designed to highlight the voices…
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OneSpartanburg, Inc. announces 45th Leadership Spartanburg class
September 19, 2024OneSpartanburg, Inc., the Carolinas only consolidated business, economic, and tourism development entity, announced the participants for the 45th class of Leadership Spartanburg. The class will get to know Spartanburg County…
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40th annual MOJA Arts Festival returns to Charleston with a vibrant celebration of black arts and culture
September 19, 2024The MOJA Arts Festival, Charleston’s premier celebration of African American and Caribbean culture, will return from September 26th to October 6th, 2024. Produced by the City of Charleston Office of…
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McMillan Pazdan Smith appoints new Sustainable Design Leader
September 19, 2024Jenny Heim, AIA, NCARB, LEED AP BD+C, Fitwel Ambassador, has been elevated to the role of Sustainable Design Leader for McMillan Pazdan Smith Architecture. Since joining MPS two years ago,…
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