Only two days left to sign up for the Epic Quest
October 9, 2017
A few final slots are up for grabs for this weekend’s The Epic Quest. The Epic Quest will be an all-day scavenger hunt around Greenville on Saturday, October 14, where…
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Spartanburg County selected to participate in MDC’s Network for Southern Economic Mobility
October 9, 2017
Spartanburg County is one of four Southern communities that are taking on the challenge of improving economic mobility for youth and young adults. The Spartanburg County Foundation has been selected…
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Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS, announces top producers for September
October 9, 2017
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS® announces the top producers from each of its residential sales offices for the month of September. These agents and teams earned the highest…
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Crawford Strategy adds Cody Sargent as executive communications liaison
October 9, 2017
Crawford Strategy, a full-service marketing, brand development, public relations and digital media agency, welcomes Cody Sargent as the executive communications liaison and assistant to president and CEO, Marion Crawford. As…
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Locally Epic names two Greenville business leaders to its Board of Advisors
October 9, 2017
Locally Epic has named Allen Grumbine and Joe Erwin to its first Board of Advisors. The Locally Epic app engages local consumers via a mobile platform that allows them to…
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Bill Connor joins CBRE Carolinas Project Management team
October 9, 2017
CBRE, the world’s largest commercial real estate and investment firm, announced that Bill Connor has joined its Carolinas Project Management team as Senior Project Manager. Based in Greenville, S.C., Connor will…
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Dan Turner appointed new Music Director for Greenville Concert Band
October 8, 2017
GREENVILLE, SC – Dr. Daniel Turner, professor and Director of Bands at Bob Jones University, has been appointed the new music director for the Greenville Concert Band after the organization conducted…
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Greenwood, SC’s America in Bloom Award results announced
October 8, 2017
Top honors for the prestigious 2017 America in Bloom National Awards Program were announced at the annual awards held in Holliston, MA on October 7. All participants were evaluated on…
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American Scrappers establishing Dillon County operations
October 6, 2017
Logistics and distribution center creating 200 new jobs American Scrappers is establishing operations in Dillon County with the launch of a new distribution and logistics center. The company’s $15.5 million…
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American Scrappers establishing Dillon County operations
October 6, 2017
Logistics and distribution center creating 200 new jobs American Scrappers is establishing operations in Dillon County with the launch of a new distribution and logistics center. The company’s $15.5 million…
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Campus-wide partnership with Founders Federal Credit Union announced
October 5, 2017
Clemson University, Founders Federal Credit Union and JMI Sports announced a comprehensive seven-year partnership that expands Founders’ commitment to Clemson Athletics and Clemson University. As part of this agreement, Founders…
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EDTS Cyber named to MSSP Alert Top 100 Managed Security Services Providers list
October 5, 2017
EDTS Cyber, LLC, was named in an annual MSSP Alert report, which lists the top 100 Managed Security Services Providers (MSSPs) based on aggregated data from six sources. Released on…
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Greenlink celebrating Try Transit Month
October 5, 2017
October is “Try Transit Month” in the city of Greenville and Greenlink has a full schedule of events to celebrate. Try Transit Month is part of an ongoing initiative to educate Greenville…
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Jennings Craft joins Nachman Norwood & Parrott
October 5, 2017
Jennings Craft has joined Nachman Norwood & Parrott Wealth Management Consultancy as a Client Service Associate. Jennings graduated in May 2017 from University of South Carolina’s Moore School of Business…
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James Smith announces campaign for Governor
October 5, 2017
Smith will kick off the campaign at a campaign event in the coming weeks COLUMBIA, S.C. — James Smith, a husband, father of four, soldier, legislator, attorney, and small business owner,…
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James Smith announces campaign for Governor
October 5, 2017
Smith will kick off the campaign at a campaign event in the coming weeks COLUMBIA, S.C. — James Smith, a husband, father of four, soldier, legislator, attorney, and small business owner,…
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Jennings Craft joins Nachman Norwood & Parrott
October 5, 2017
Jennings Craft has joined Nachman Norwood & Parrott Wealth Management Consultancy as a Client Service Associate. Jennings graduated in May 2017 from University of South Carolina’s Moore School of Business…
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Discovery and innovation to quicken with supercomputer’s $1-million upgrade
October 4, 2017
A $1-million upgrade to Clemson University’s acclaimed supercomputer, the “Palmetto Cluster,” is expected to help researchers quicken the pace of scientific discovery and technological innovation in a broad range of…
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Avtec, alumni continue to strengthen Clemson University’s emergency operations
October 4, 2017
Clemson University’s emergency management operations and training are more technologically advanced than just a year ago – and will continue improving – courtesy of three alumni and Lexington-based Avtec Inc.,…
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Spartanburg Community College receives donation from Milliken for new truck driver training program
October 4, 2017
Thanks to a generous donation from Milliken & Company, Spartanburg Community College is one step closer to starting a new truck driver training program offering competitive wages and job security…
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AT&T provides credits for customers in Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin Islands
October 4, 2017
As the network recovery efforts in Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands continue after Hurricane Maria, we’re offering customers additional relief. To help our impacted customers, we are automatically…
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Ashley Brazzel joins Coldwell Banker Caine in Greenville
October 4, 2017
GREENVILLE, SC – Coldwell Banker Caine recently welcomed Ashley Brazzel as a residential sales agent to its Greenville office. Ashley, a native of the Upstate, brings substantial experience to Caine, having…
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Rick Bryson joins branding & marketing firm ZWO as Global Creative Director
October 4, 2017
GREENVILLE, SC – Rick Bryson, a 20-year professional in the advertising and marketing industry, has been appointed the new Global Creative Director at ZWO, a branding and marketing firm with…
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Piedmont Energy Systems, Inc. expanding manufacturing operations into York County
October 4, 2017
YOURK COUNTY, SC – Piedmont Energy Systems, Inc. (PES), a supplier of custom-built bulk hydrocarbon and fluorocarbon storage and distribution systems, has expanded its manufacturing operations into a new location…
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Crawford Strategy welcomes two students to fall internship program
October 4, 2017Crawford Strategy, a full-service marketing, brand development, public relations and digital media company, welcomes Tori Sizemore and Jordan Allums as the agency’s 2017 fall interns. Crawford Strategy provides year-round internship…
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Waldrop Plumbing-Heating-Air promotes Jeff Cothran to Residential General Manager
October 4, 2017
Jeff Cothran has been promoted to Residential General Manager for Waldrop Plumbing-Heating-Air, the residential operating division of Spartanburg-based Waldrop, Inc. In this role, Cothran is responsible for day-to-day residential operations,…
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Topside Pool Club hosting yoga class on October 7
October 4, 2017
Topside Pool Club is starting the weekend with Morning Yoga this Saturday, October 7 at 8 a.m. The rooftop class is open to all-levels and will be led by Lisa…
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Get ready to shoot a puck during The Epic Quest to win cash
October 4, 2017
Organizers of The Epic Quest have announced a new twist for the scavenger hunt happening in two weeks – the top 10 teams will be shooting pucks for the $5,000…
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Crawford Strategy welcomes two students to fall internship program
October 4, 2017Crawford Strategy, a full-service marketing, brand development, public relations and digital media company, welcomes Tori Sizemore and Jordan Allums as the agency’s 2017 fall interns. Crawford Strategy provides year-round internship…
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Topside Pool Club hosting yoga class on October 7
October 4, 2017
Topside Pool Club is starting the weekend with Morning Yoga this Saturday, October 7 at 8 a.m. The rooftop class is open to all-levels and will be led by Lisa…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: hospitality, on-the-move
Waldrop Plumbing-Heating-Air promotes Jeff Cothran to Residential General Manager
October 4, 2017
Jeff Cothran has been promoted to Residential General Manager for Waldrop Plumbing-Heating-Air, the residential operating division of Spartanburg-based Waldrop, Inc. In this role, Cothran is responsible for day-to-day residential operations,…
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Get ready to shoot a puck during The Epic Quest to win cash
October 4, 2017
Organizers of The Epic Quest have announced a new twist for the scavenger hunt happening in two weeks – the top 10 teams will be shooting pucks for the $5,000…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: marketing-and-communications, on-the-move
Top Grossing Movies – October 2
October 2, 2017
Theatrical grosses from comScore Week of 09/29/2017 to 10/05/2017 Rank Title Rating Distributor Weeks Weekend Locs Weekend Gross Cumulative 1 Kingsman: The Golden Circle R 20th Century Fox 2…
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Colliers International Dealmakers: Who’s selling, leasing and investing in South Carolina this week
October 2, 2017
Charleston / Columbia / Greenville, SC – Colliers International in South Carolina is pleased to announce the following commercial real estate transactions: Charleston, SC John Orr, CCIM and Elyse Welch, CCIM…
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Municipal Election Commission declares winners of District 4 and Commissioner of Public Works Seats
October 2, 2017
The Municipal Election Commission of the city of Greenville met on Friday, September 29 in preparation for the 2017 General Election scheduled for Tuesday, November 7. Pursuant to South Carolina Code…
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Ceramics Invitational
October 2, 2017West Main Artists Co-op will host its “Ceramics Invitational” exhibition of work by three noted and local potters and ceramists — Amy Goldstein-Rice, Jim Cullen, and David Zacharias — Oct. 3-28.…
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The Reserve at Lake Keowee breaks ground on new fitness center
October 2, 2017The Reserve at Lake Keowee has broken ground on its new Fitness Center and is set to open in the first quarter of 2018. The new 5,000 square foot facility…
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Phantom Nightlight
October 2, 2017“Phantom Nightlight,” an exhibit of paintings by Spartanburg artist Jonathan Swift, will will be featured at West Main Artists Co-op (WMAC) Oct. 19-Nov. 11, asking the question: “Do we see…
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Spartanburg artist presents ‘Facades’ exhibit at West Main Artists Co-op
October 2, 2017Spartanburg artist Annette Giaco will present an exhibition of figurative two-dimensional works of art at West Main Artists Co-op Oct. 17-Nov. 11. “Facades” will be a showcase of the human…
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S.C. Governor’s School for the Arts alum stars in ABC’s “The Mayor” premiering Oct. 3
October 2, 2017Brandon Micheal Hall, a graduate of the South Carolina Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities, will make his primetime television debut in ABC’s new comedy, “The Mayor,” which premieres…
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Earn HR credits at Employer Summit Oct. 10, in celebration of National Disability Awareness Month
October 2, 2017In honor of National Disability Employment Awareness Month, professionals who influence hiring decisions within their company or agency will gather on October 10, 2017 for a workshop on the benefits…
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Southern Community Services acquires new homeowner association management client in the Upstate, S.C.
October 2, 2017
The Reserve at Lake Keowee joins the SCS client roster Spartanburg/Greenville, S.C. – Southern Community Services, one of only six AAMC-accredited community association management firms in South Carolina, has added…
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Richard Gregg White named new SBA South Carolina District Director
October 2, 2017
Gregg White has been named District Director for the South Carolina’s United States Small Business Administration (SBA) located in Columbia, South Carolina by the SBA National Office. Previously White was…
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Richard Gregg White named new SBA South Carolina District Director
October 2, 2017
Gregg White has been named District Director for the South Carolina’s United States Small Business Administration (SBA) located in Columbia, South Carolina by the SBA National Office. Previously White was…
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Register now for Mountains to Main Race Festival
October 2, 2017
The Upstate’s only race festival to feature a triathlon, half marathon, 5K and 1K opens registration this week. The 2018 Mountains to Main Race Festival will be held on Saturday,…
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Earn HR credits at Employer Summit Oct. 10, in celebration of National Disability Awareness Month
October 2, 2017
In honor of National Disability Employment Awareness Month, professionals who influence hiring decisions within their company or agency will gather on October 10, 2017 for a workshop on the benefits…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: on-the-move
S.C. Governor’s School for the Arts alum stars in ABC’s “The Mayor” premiering Oct. 3
October 2, 2017
Brandon Micheal Hall, a graduate of the South Carolina Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities, will make his primetime television debut in ABC’s new comedy, “The Mayor,” which premieres…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, upstatebizsc Category: education, on-the-move
Southern Community Services acquires new homeowner association management client in the Upstate, S.C.
October 2, 2017
The Reserve at Lake Keowee joins the SCS client roster Spartanburg/Greenville, S.C. – Southern Community Services, one of only six AAMC-accredited community association management firms in South Carolina, has added…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: on-the-move, residential-real-estate
Lewis Gossett to step down as President and CEO of the South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance
September 29, 2017
COLUMBIA, SC – The South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance (SCMA) announced that Lewis F. Gossett, President and CEO, will step down to become the CEO of a public affairs, marketing, and…
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Lewis Gossett to step down as President and CEO of the South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance
September 29, 2017
COLUMBIA, SC – The South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance (SCMA) announced that Lewis F. Gossett, President and CEO, will step down to become the CEO of a public affairs, marketing, and…
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