Marriott Hilton Head Resort & Spa completes $10 million second phase property renovation
June 27, 2023HILTON HEAD ISLAND, SC – Marriott Hilton Head Resort & Spa announces it has completed the resort’s second phase renovation that includes a transformation of guest rooms and suites, which…
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SC Launch Inc. elects new board chair
June 27, 2023SC Launch Inc., the investment affiliate of the South Carolina Research Authority, announced that Andrea H. Marshall, J.D., has been elected chairperson and elected to serve on the SCRA’s board…
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Fountain Inn Police Department Receives SRO funding from State
June 26, 2023The Fountain Inn Police Department has been awarded $177,575 in funding for a school resource officer (SRO) for Fountain Inn Elementary. This development promises to provide a safer learning environment for students and peace of mind…
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Town Hall on Thursday – A Rise in Liquor Liability Could Lead to Close of Small Community Venues with Impact to Owners, Musicians and Patrons
June 26, 2023Upstate of South Carolina is home to many small local breweries, bars, and music venue, but without a much-needed change to legislation, this part of the hospitality industry may be…
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McCrory Construction welcomes Andrew Gable as senior project manager
June 26, 2023McCrory Construction, South Carolina’s oldest general contractor, is pleased to announce that Andrew Gable has joined the company as Senior Project Manager in the Upstate office. Gable has more than…
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Milliken & Company launches new CRM System built on Salesforce
June 26, 2023Global diversified manufacturer Milliken & Company successfully launched an enterprise customer relationship management (CRM) solution, Spark, last month, built on the foundation of Salesforce and with the help of Salesforce…
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Amanda Herlihy appointed executive director of SC Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities Foundation
June 26, 2023The SC Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities Foundation is pleased to announce the appointment of Amanda Herlihy as its new executive director. She served as the Foundation’s interim…
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Columbia College announces Trauma-Informed partnership with Alston Wilkes Society
June 26, 2023In recent years, Columbia College has established itself as a national leader in Trauma-Informed Education and Practices. The Division of Education offers a Master of Education in Trauma-Informed Education as…
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10X Digital Awards digital marketing scholarship
June 26, 202310X Digital is proud to announce Daniel Barnes as the winner of the 10X digital marketing scholarship for the Fall 2023 semester. For the past several years, 10X has awarded…
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East West Partners announces sell-out of Phase II at The Waterfront Daniel Island, teases Phase III Details
June 26, 2023One of the Lowcountry’s premiere luxury real estate developers, East West Partners, announces that all residences in Phase II at mixed-use lifestyle community The Waterfront Daniel Island have officially sold,…
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Golf Life Navigators partners with David Vandeputte of Joan Herlong & Associates Sotheby’s International Realty
June 26, 2023David Vandeputte, a real estate professional with Joan Herlong & Associates Sotheby’s International Realty, has graduated from the Golf Certified Real Estate Agents program led by Golf Life Navigators (GLN),…
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Relic Room to be open on the Fourth of July
June 26, 2023The South Carolina Confederate Relic Room and Military Museum will be open on Independence Day – and will offer special hours over the preceding weekend: • OPEN 10 a.m.-5 p.m.…
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$25.9 million in Federal Transit Administration funding for CARTA
June 26, 2023Today, Congressman James E. Clyburn (SC-06) announced nearly $26 million in Federal Transit Administration (FTA) funding for the Charleston Area Regional Transportation Authority. The funding is a direct result of…
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Congressman Clyburn announces over $551.5 million in broadband funding for South Carolina
June 26, 2023Today, Congressman James E. Clyburn (SC-06) announced the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) is allocating $551,535,983 in funds from the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) program to help…
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Turning Pages SC and Richland Library unite to empower adult learners and transform literacy
June 26, 2023Turning Pages SC, a leading adult literacy nonprofit, and Richland Library, an innovative library system, have joined forces in a groundbreaking partnership aimed at revolutionizing literacy in our community. This…
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Newberry College partners with Metz Culinary Management
June 26, 2023Newberry College has announced a new partnership with Metz Culinary Management, which will transform the campus dining experience beginning this fall. The new partnership will bring greater choice and healthy…
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JDPR selects Jakhi Brown for its summer 2023 Executive Management Assistance Program
June 26, 2023Building on over 30 years of program success, Jeff Dezen Public Relations (JDPR) welcomes Jakhi Brown to the agency’s internship program, known as the Executive Management Assistance Program (EMAP). Throughout…
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Jones elected South Carolina Bankers Association chairman
June 26, 2023Boyd B. Jones, Senior Director, Middle Market Corporate Banking, Synovus, has been elected chairman of The South Carolina Bankers Association (SCBA). He was elected by a vote of SCBA members…
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Richland County seeks information on fixed base operator for airport
June 26, 2023County also seeks to expand flight instruction services at Hamilton-Owens facility Richland County Government has issued requests for information (RFIs) related to Fixed Base Operator (FBO) services and flight instruction…
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SC Highway Patrol, SC Department of Natural Resources Announce Increased Enforcement Activities During Upcoming Fourth of July Holiday Weekend
June 26, 2023Drivers and boaters getting ready for outings this summer are urged to celebrate responsibly as law enforcement will have increased enforcement during the long Fourth of July holiday weekend. South…
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City of Columbia Parking Services announces 2023 amnesty program
June 26, 2023City of Columbia Parking Services has announced an amnesty program. Citizens will have the opportunity to have all late fees forgiven that are 30 days up to 3 years old.…
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Rotary Club of Five Points honors a Richland County Law Enforcement Officer with the Nancy Moody Award for Excellence in Law Enforcement
June 26, 2023Cassie Radford, an investigator with the Richland County Sheriff’s Department was named the first annual winner of the Nancy Moody Award for Excellence in Law Enforcement. The award is sponsored…
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Rotary Club of Five Points inducts new president, board, and committee chairs
June 26, 2023Rotary Club of Five Points held a ceremony on June 23 at the Hilton Garden Inn for the installation of the club’s new President and President-elect for 2023-2024. Wade Sparks,…
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City of Clinton Police One Day Hiring Event – June 28
June 26, 2023Have you been considering a career in law enforcement? The City of Clinton is hosting a one-day recruiting event on Wednesday, June 28 starting at 9:00 am at 211 N.…
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Laurens County Water and Sewer Commission Meeting June 27
June 26, 2023The Laurens County Water & Sewer Commission will meet on Tuesday, June 27 at 8:15 am in the main office training room (3850 Hwy 221, Laurens, SC). The meeting is…
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Laurens County Council Meeting – June 27 Agenda
June 26, 2023Laurens County Council will meet for a regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, June 27. The meeting will be held at the Voter Registration/Veterans Affairs Office located at 105 Bolt Drive…
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Moore Brings Niche Health Insurance Business to Laurens County
June 26, 2023Moore Power Insurance launched in January 2023 when owner Laura Moore identified a critical need for affordable insurance and education in several specific health insurance areas. Moore is passionate about…
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Laurens County Conservation District Annual Photo Contest is Open
June 25, 2023The Laurens County Conservation District is calling on all amateur photographers to share their photos of Laurens County. The annual Earth & Sky Photo Contest is open to all ages…
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UW 3rd Annual Shoot Clay Early Registration Closes July 3rd
June 25, 2023The United Way of Laurens County will hold their 3rd Annual Clay Shoot on Friday, October 10. The Clay Shoot & Bourbon Tasting Fundraiser will be held at The Clinton…
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Clemson Trustees Officially Approve Development of New College of Veterinary Medicine
June 25, 2023Following a historic approval by its Board of Trustees, Clemson University is preparing to launch the first College of Veterinary Medicine in the State of South Carolina. The approval follows…
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Clinton Town Rhythms to Feature 246th Army Band of South Carolina National Guard
June 25, 2023The next in the series, Town Rhythms Summer Concert Series is scheduled for Thursday, June 29. Come ready to enjoy some patriotic music. The 246th Army Band of the South…
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LCSO to Bring Polar Patrol to Communities in the County
June 25, 2023The Laurens County Sheriff’s Office (LCSO) has added a new vehicle to their fleet in partnership with Firmin Ford and it’s called The Polar Patrol, though it’s not your typical…
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Justin Bethel to be Inducted into Big South Hall of Fame – Class of 2024
June 23, 20232012 Presbyterian College graduate and 11-year National Football League veteran Justin Bethel has been named to the Big South Conference Hall of Fame for the Class of 2024. Announced on…
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Columbia Police Department to host Stuff-A-Cruiser event to Collect wishlist items for Ronald McDonald House Charities
June 22, 2023Ronald McDonald House Charities Columbia, SC is a non-profit organization that provides care for the families of critically ill and injured children receiving care at local Columbia hospitals. The organization…
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Morris named Lexington One human resources director
June 22, 2023At the June 13, 2023 meeting, the Lexington County School District One Board of Trustees approved the hiring of Brian R. Morris as the district’s new human resources director. Morris…
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Lexington District One names new procurement director
June 22, 2023At the June 13, 2023 meeting, the Lexington County School District One Board of Trustees approved the hiring of Elizabeth C. Marsh as the district’s new procurement director. Marsh currently…
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Newberry College to grow math educators through grant
June 22, 2023Newberry College has received a grant from the South Carolina Council of Teachers of Mathematics to relieve the state’s shortage of math teachers, starting with current K-12 students. With the…
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Richland County sets training sessions for Community Impact Grants
June 22, 2023Starting July 1, organizations can apply for more than $2M in funding Richland County will soon accept applications for financial support from organizations that offer community-based programs and services. County…
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Trustees approve undergraduate tuition freeze for 2023-24
June 22, 2023Clemson University’s Board of Trustees met to approve recommendations from the administration on tuition and fees for the 2023-24 academic year. The University will freeze tuition and fees for both…
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SC Ports’ volumes increase across business segments
June 22, 2023SC Ports has handled nearly 2.4 million TEUs and 1.3 million pier containers thus far in fiscal year 2023. (Photo/SCPA/Eric Scanlon) South Carolina Ports’ cargo business segments had a strong May,…
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Rita’s Seaside Grille welcomes new general manager
June 22, 2023Hall Management Group welcomed restaurant industry veteran Phillip Marshall to the Hall Management Group family as the new General Manager of Rita’s Seaside Grille on Folly Beach. With 15 years…
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Berkeley County completes Daniel Island parking lot expansion project
June 22, 2023Opening to the Public on Thursday, June 22 Berkeley County Government recently completed its parking lot expansion project on Daniel Island and is scheduled to open the lot to the…
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SC includes $10 million in new budget for the Saluda Grade Trail
June 22, 2023The Saluda Grade Trail Conservancy (“the Conservancy”) is pleased to share that the South Carolina State Legislature recently included $10 million in the 2023-2024 budget towards the purchase of the…
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City Manager Teresa Wilson elected President of South Carolina City and County Management Association
June 22, 2023City Manager Teresa Wilson has been elected President of the South Carolina City and County Management Association (SCCCMA). Outgoing President Tim Harper, County Administrator, Dillon County handed off the presidency…
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Prisma Health Board of Directors welcomes S. Richard Hagins and Clay Lowder, MD
June 22, 2023Prisma Health announced the election of S. Richard Hagins and Clay Lowder, MD, to its corporate board of directors. S. Richard Hagins served the U.S. for 23 years as a…
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Colliers Dealmakers: Recent purchases, sales, leases and investments in South Carolina
June 22, 2023Charleston / Columbia / Greenville / Spartanburg, SC – Colliers | South Carolina announced the following recently completed commercial real estate transactions from our offices across the state: Charleston, SC…
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Don’t be afraid to be the first one on the dance floor
June 22, 2023By Jeff Becraft Back in my Youth Corps era, one of my favorite sessions was dance night. The reason for that was because there were so many valuable leadership…
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Moody Spring
June 22, 2023By Tom Poland Rounding a curve on Highway 107, I saw water spurting from handsome stonework set in a mountain. Moody Spring, I knew we’d stop. I had no…
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The Village Group receives $35,000 grant for Plantersville Summer Academy
June 22, 2023The Village Group, a nonprofit located in rural Georgetown County, working to equip African American youth with the tools necessary to succeed in school and life, has been awarded a…
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Golfweek Magazine ranks Caledonia, True Blue among South Carolina’s top 5 courses
June 22, 2023Golfweek Magazine has unveiled its always anticipated list of “The Best Courses You Can Play 2023,” a ranking of the top public layouts in every state, and the venerable publication…
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