City uses state funds to accelerate road safety improvements
December 3, 2024
Thanks to a one-time matching program funded by state gas tax, Greenville will receive $7.5 million to make streets safer, bringing the total capital budget for a dozen projects to…
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Duke Energy celebrates Giving Tuesday with more than $300,000 in ‘surcee’ contributions to help fight hunger in South Carolina
December 3, 2024
More than 70 feeding programs received financial support as part of $500,000 monthlong campaign Surprise funding will help smaller agencies with senior mobile food programs, weekend backpack efforts, food pantries…
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United Bankshares, Inc. receives final regulatory approval for Piedmont Bancorp Acquisition
December 3, 2024
United Bankshares, Inc. (“United”) (NASDAQ: UBSI), the parent company of United Bank, announced it has received all requisite regulatory approvals for its proposed merger with Piedmont Bancorp, Inc. (“Piedmont”), the…
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AFL continues growth of Spartanburg County manufacturing operations
December 3, 2024
AFL, a manufacturer of fiber optic products and equipment, announced it is expanding its manufacturing operations across Spartanburg County. The company’s $155 million investment will create over 150 new jobs…
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Caliber Real Estate named a 2024 SC Best in Business Award winner
December 3, 2024
Caliber Real Estate secured Gold in the SC Best in Business Awards for Best Minority Owned Business. Caliber Real Estate is a development firm specializing in acquiring and developing multifamily…
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Greenville Center for Creative Arts welcomes Sara Grambach as new Development Director
December 2, 2024
Greenville Center for Creative Arts (GCCA), a vibrant hub for the visual arts and a cornerstone of Greenville’s cultural community, is proud to announce Sara Grambach as its new Development…
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GSP celebrates record-breaking year
December 2, 2024
Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport (GSP) is celebrating a new milestone in its history, surpassing its record for the highest number of passengers in a year. As of November 25, GSP has…
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Colliers Report: South Carolina Hospitality Market Updates
November 26, 2024
Hospitality Market Updates Download and Read Full Report Here About Colliers Colliers | South Carolina is the largest full-service commercial real estate firm in South Carolina with 66 licensed real…
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Carolina Handling named a RepVue Top Sales Organization for Fall 2024
November 26, 2024
Carolina Handling, one of the country’s leading integrated material handling solutions providers, has won five RepVue Reppy Awards, including top overall sales organization and top Greater Charlotte area company, for…
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The Cliffs announces two new corporate leadership positions
November 26, 2024
Karie Torroll, Chief Financial Officer and Steven Hedges, Director of Information Technology The Cliffs has announced two new hires in key roles within their corporate leadership team, Karie Torroll as…
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Caledonia Golf & Fish Club climbs Golf Magazine’s ‘Top 100 Courses You Can Play’ rankings
November 26, 2024
PAWLEYS ISLAND, SC – Caledonia Golf & Fish Club has risen to No. 76 on Golf Magazine’s biennial list of the “Top 100 Courses You Can Play,” moving up an…
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Spartanburg school leader named SC Elementary Principal of the Year
November 26, 2024
The South Carolina Association of School Administrators (SCASA) has named Dr. Marquice Clark the 2025 South Carolina Elementary Principal of the Year. Dr. Clark is principal of The Cleveland Academy…
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GTCHS ranks among Top High Schools in South Carolina
November 26, 2024
Greenville Technical Charter High School, a member of the South Carolina Public Charter School District, has been awarded an overall EXCELLENT rating for the 2023-2024 academic year! According to Niche,…
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Duke Energy follows support of Gratefull Greenville with $25,000 grant to help restaurant workers in need
November 26, 2024
Duke Energy was humbled to be the presenting sponsor of Gratefull Greenville, and overwhelmed by the community’s response to “come together to share a conversation and a meal.” More than 5,000…
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Furman Board of Trustees adds five new members
November 26, 2024
Two board members joined the ranks of trustees emeriti The Furman University Board of Trustees welcomed several new, returning and emeritus trustees during its Fall 2024 meeting. The board, which meets three…
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Clemson elevates status as a top research institution
November 26, 2024
Clemson University continues to post unparalleled increases in research activity. The institution carries a strong track record of growth as it aims to double research activity by 2035 as identified…
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Milliken & Company announces investment in Tidal Vision
November 25, 2024
Global diversified manufacturer Milliken & Company announced its investment and partnership with Tidal Vision, a global biomolecular technologies company unlocking the power of chitosan to develop scalable solutions for critical…
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2024-25 South Carolina Annual Educator Supply & Demand Report
November 25, 2024
The Center for Educator Recruitment, Retention, and Advancement (CERRA) has released its 2024-25 Annual Educator Supply and Demand Report. For the first time since 2019-20, districts reported a decrease in…
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Nieri Family donates $12.5 million to name state-of-the art Clemson Alumni and Visitors Center
November 25, 2024
Longtime University friends, Michael ’86 and Robyn Nieri HA ’20 along with their children and spouses Pennington ’15 and wife Katie ’15; daughter Maigan ’18 and husband Rob Lincks; son…
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OneSpartanburg, Inc. recognizes 2024 annual celebration awardees
November 25, 2024
At its 2024 Annual Celebration, Spartanburg In Motion, OneSpartanburg, Inc. celebrated a year’s worth of successes across Spartanburg County, as well as dedicated community leaders and exemplary local businesses. “Spartanburg is…
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Upstate Independent Medical Association and Integral Leaders in Health to strengthen support for patients and independent physicians in South Carolina
November 22, 2024
Integral Leaders in Health (ILH) and the Upstate Independent Medical Association (UIMA) have formed a strategic partnership designed to strengthen the growing community of independent physicians in the Upstate. Through…
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New apartment community affordable for Greenville seniors
November 22, 2024
The groundbreaking ceremony at Southpointe Senior Residences marked an exciting milestone in local efforts to increase and enhance the number of affordable housing options available to Greenville’s senior citizens. The…
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Local Greenville pacemaker Betty Farr to participate in Holiday Fair & Kringle Village event
November 22, 2024
Holiday Fair & Kringle Village, a uniquely elevated holiday experience created by the partnership of Greenville Convention Center’s Annual Holiday Fair and Rotary Club of Greenville’s Kringle Holiday Village, announced…
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Litwin receives inaugural Cull Research & Innovation Award
November 22, 2024
As a highlight of Prisma Health’s Education and Research Institute Showcase Awards, Dr. Alain Litwin was named the inaugural recipient of the David L. Cull MD Research & Innovation Award. The award is…
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Bon Secours kicks off 2024 Festival of Trees
November 22, 2024
Annual Holiday Event to Benefit New Graduate Medical Education Program Bon Secours announced the return of the annual St. Francis Festival of Trees. 2024 marks the 39th annual event, which…
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Tri-County Technical College celebrates the grand opening of Oconee Hall
November 21, 2024
Tri-County Technical College proudly hosted a grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony for its newest facility, Oconee Hall, marking a significant milestone in the college’s commitment to enhancing student success and…
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SC Aerospace 2024 Economic Impact Study Reveals Post-Pandemic Growth and Diversification
November 21, 2024
South Carolina Aerospace Cluster Soars to New Heights A newly released 2024 SC Aerospace Economic Impact Study, commissioned by the SC Council on Competitiveness (SC Competes) and conducted by research…
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Streamlining Energy Infrastructure: Why Senator Graham should support permitting reform
November 21, 2024
Earlier this year, the U.S. Senate released the Energy Permitting Reform Act of 2024. The bipartisan legislation aims to simplify the permitting processes that have been causing massive delays in…
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Only Sotheby’s International Realty affiliate in the Upstate announces new brand
November 21, 2024
With an eye toward the future growth of the company, Joan Herlong announced the rebranding of one of the Upstate’s premier real estate companies Wednesday morning. Herlong Sotheby’s International Realty…
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Intelisys introduces Channel Exchange, a cloud software and platform division
November 21, 2024
intY US rebranded as Channel Exchange, offers enhanced marketplace experience Intelisys, a ScanSource (NASDAQ: SCSC) company, and a leading technology services distributor of connectivity and cloud services, is bolstering its…
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St. Baldrick’s Foundation awards Bon Secours $50,000 grant
November 21, 2024
Funds will support life-saving clinical trials closer to home for patients The St. Baldrick’s Foundation has announced its 2024 grant recipients, and Bon Secours St. Francis Cancer Center is proud…
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South Carolina Secretary of State Mark Hammond announces Angels for 2024
November 21, 2024
South Carolina Secretary of State Mark Hammond announced the Angels of 2024. Secretary Hammond honored ten Angel charities in a ceremony at the Edgar Brown Building on the Capitol Complex.…
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357 Brewers establishing operations in Horry County
November 21, 2024
357 Brewers, a craft brewery, announced it is establishing operations in Horry County. The company’s $6.4 million investment will create 35 new jobs. 357 Brewers’ new 10,000-square-foot facility, located at…
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CAMS Promotes Lesa Vermillion to Regional Vice President
November 21, 2024
CAMS (Community Association Management Services) announced that Regional Director Lesa Vermillion, CMCA, AMS, has been chosen as the vice president of CAMS Greenville, SC, region. Vermillion began her journey in…
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Partnership unveils new Community Family Resource Center in Dillon
November 20, 2024
South Carolina ETV and Public Radio (SCETV), the Carolina Family Engagement Center (CFEC) housed within the University of South Carolina’s College of Education and The Village Educational Services, LLC are…
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Josh Seibert joins Colliers | South Carolina as Brokerage Associate in Greenville
November 20, 2024
Colliers | South Carolina is pleased to announce Josh Seibert as its newest Brokerage Associate in the Greenville office. Seibert will be working on the Retail Services Team alongside Scott…
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We’re Soft & We Can’t Deny It
November 20, 2024
By Tom Poland Mama trembled when she talked about the Great Depression. I never forgot that. She’s gone and only the oldest survivors recall those hard times. Today’s full-plate…
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YMCA of Greenville announces leadership promotions
November 20, 2024
YMCA of Greenville announced today the promotion of leadership team members Jarrod Covington, Amy Ecklund, Claire Gregg Cameron McDowell and John Schlansker, as they accept additional responsibilities in association strategic…
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The Cliffs announces new Sales Executive at Cliffs Builders Matt O’ Shaughnessy
November 20, 2024
Matt O’ Shaughnessy, Dynamic Sales Professional Known for Driving Revenue Growth The Cliffs announced the hire of Matt O’ Shaughnessy as the new Sales Executive at Cliffs Builders, The Cliffs’…
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Greenwood Capital promotes Callie M. Bradshaw and John B. Proctor, Jr.
November 20, 2024
Greenwood Capital announced the promotion of Callie Bradshaw to Associate Advisor and John B. Proctor, Jr. to Advisor Portfolio Specialist. These promotions underscore Greenwood Capital’s ongoing commitment to meeting client’s…
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Holiday Fair & Kringle Village seeking volunteers for inaugural event
November 20, 2024
Holiday Fair & Kringle Village, a uniquely elevated holiday experience created by the partnership of Greenville Convention Center’s Annual Holiday Fair and Rotary Club of Greenville’s Kringle Holiday Village, is…
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Milo’s Tea Company expanding Spartanburg County operations
November 20, 2024
$53 million investment will create 80 new jobs Milo’s Tea Company (Milo’s Tea), a leading beverage company, announced it is expanding its operations in Spartanburg County. The company’s $53 million…
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AFL strengthens community impact with launch of The AFL Foundation
November 19, 2024
AFL celebrated its 40th anniversary today by announcing the formation of The AFL Foundation, a charitable partnership with the Spartanburg County Foundation. AFL will establish the foundation with an initial…
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Carolina Handling publishes children’s holiday pop-up book, Santa’s One-Stop Integration Shop
November 19, 2024
Carolina Handling touts its continuing evolution from a forklift-only provider to an intralogistics solutions company with the publication of a new holiday pop-up book entitled Santa’s One-Stop Integration Shop. In…
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MetroConnects breaks ground on new campus headquarters
November 19, 2024
DP3 Architects joined MetroConnects and community leaders yesterday to celebrate the groundbreaking of the new MetroConnects Campus Headquarters. The state-of-the-art facility marks a significant milestone in advancing infrastructure and services…
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GSSM names South Carolina Department of Commerce as 2025 Townes Award recipient
November 19, 2024
The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics (GSSM) has named the South Carolina Department of Commerce (S.C. Commerce) as the 2025 recipient of the prestigious Townes Award. At…
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Allegiant adds nonstop service to Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport
November 19, 2024
Allegiant Airlines is adding a new nonstop flight from Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport (GSP). Beginning February 13, 2025, passengers will enjoy twice weekly service to Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport, with flights operating…
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SC Ports announces 2024-2025 Port Ambassadors class
November 19, 2024
South Carolina Ports welcomed 30 new participants to its 2024-2025 Port Ambassadors class, kicking off the program’s seventh year. Throughout the year, this group of South Carolina professionals will get…
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Greenville Theatre presents the spectacular new Broadway musical, Anastasia
November 19, 2024
Greenville Theatre invites you to join us “Once upon a December,” as we journey to the past with the spectacular new Broadway musical, Anastasia. This regional premiere kicks off Thursday, December 5,…
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Blount County Commission approves Prisma Health’s integration with Blount Memorial Hospital
November 19, 2024
The Blount County Commission helped clear the way for Blount Memorial Hospital to become part of Prisma Health. The Commissioners gave their unanimous approval of the Blount Memorial Hospital Lease…
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