River Bluff High School announces exciting coaching changes for women’s lacrosse program
June 12, 2023
River Bluff High School is delighted to introduce Head Coach Shannon Aikens as the newest addition to their women’s lacrosse program. Coach Aikens will bring her extensive experience and passion…
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Cushman & Wakefield arranges sale of Lively Victor Park located in Greer
June 12, 2023
Cushman & Wakefield announced that the commercial real estate services firm arranged the sale of Lively Victor Park, a 318-unit multifamily community located in Greer, South Carolina. Cushman & Wakefield’s…
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USC advances key student projects
June 12, 2023
The University of South Carolina’s Board of Trustees advanced several key student-focused projects and initiatives during its meeting on Friday (June 9). Among the items reviewed Friday: Final approval of…
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SC Housing Board of Commissioners names interim executive director
June 12, 2023
The Board of Commissioners of the SC State Housing Finance and Development Authority (SC Housing) announced that Richard Hutto has been named the agency’s interim executive director. Hutto comes to…
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SCEDA names Jeff Ruble “Local Developer of the Year”
June 12, 2023The South Carolina Economic Developers’ Association (SCEDA) announced Jeff Ruble, Director of Richland County Economic Development, as the winner of its “Local Developer of the Year” award. Ruble received the…
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Pacolet Milliken invests in South Carolina’s young visual artists
June 12, 2023
Greenville-based investment company Pacolet Milliken donated $10,000 in support of the SC Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities Visual Arts Department. This generous gift funded a student art exhibition…
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LPD Announces Motorcycle & Hotrod Benefit Ride to Support LPD Summer Camp
June 12, 2023
The Laurens Police Department (LPD) recently announced a motorcycle and hot rod benefit ride. The event will be held on June 25th with the starting point at the Public Square…
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Laurens County Council Meeting – June 13 Agenda
June 11, 2023
Laurens County Council will meet for a regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, June 13. The meeting will be held at the Voter Registration/Veterans Affairs Office located at 105 Bolt Drive…
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City of Laurens Juneteenth Festival Lineup
June 11, 2023
The City of Laurens Juneteenth Festival will be held on June 17th on the Public Square in Laurens. Dr. Walter B. Curry Jr. will be speaking at the Laurens County…
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Laurens County Community Foundation Accepting Grant Applications for the 2023 Community Enrichment Grant Program
June 11, 2023
The Laurens County Community Foundation (LCCF) is pleased to announce the commencement of the eighth annual Laurens County Community Enhancement Grant Program. Competitive grants in amounts up to $1500 will be…
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Documentary highlights the work of doulas in Upstate, SC
June 11, 2023
Doulado, a tech company creating software solutions for doulas and co-founded by Greenville native Mary Beth Johnson, has partnered with Hollywood cinematographer and Greenville native Rebekah Lloyd, and Upstate Birth…
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Venture Carolina launches 2023 Palmetto Venture Fellowship
June 9, 2023
Venture Carolina, a nonprofit dedicated to bridging the funding gap between investors and entrepreneurs has once again partnered with the South Carolina Department of Commerce’s Office of Innovation, VentureSouth, and…
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Colliers Report: Rental rates grew as occupancy bounced back
June 9, 2023
Commercial Real Estate Research & Forecast Report Q1 2023 Columbia Multifamily Market Highlights Rental rates continued to grow as absorption and total occupancy rose and deliveries slowed. Despite the lack…
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Engenius promotes Molly Willette-Green as Director of Web Services
June 9, 2023
Engenius, an Upstate digital marketing agency celebrating 15 years of serving small businesses with cutting-edge web design and digital marketing solutions, announced the promotion of Molly Willette-Green as the Director…
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Graduate student spearheads World Oceans Day events
June 8, 2023College of Charleston graduate student Cheyenne Twilley likes the smell of the salty sea air, the sound of water pulling along the coast and the amazing habitats found throughout the Lowcountry. She…
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SCDPPPS Director Jerry Adger to Retire After 9 Years
June 8, 2023
Gov. McMaster Appoints Melvin Warren as Acting Director Governor Henry McMaster today announced the retirement of S.C. Department of Probation, Parole, and Pardon Services (SCDPPPS) Director Jerry Adger after serving…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Mike Yost, FRD Accel
June 8, 2023
The 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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Reminder: Your state tax refund may be lower next year due to withholding adjustments
June 8, 2023
What you need to know: With the Withholding Tax Table updates, less taxes are being withheld from paychecks in 2023, which may result in reduced refunds next year For those…
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Lowcountry Food Bank Partners with Summer Food Service Program
June 8, 2023
Kids and teens can access summer meals at multiple locations Lowcountry Food Bank (LCFB) is participating in the Summer Food Service Program in 2023. Nutritious food will be provided to…
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Beach Commercial sells 620-acre fully entitled tract in Jasper County
June 8, 2023
Charleston’s oldest locally family owned full-service commercial real estate firm, Beach Commercial, a Division of The Beach Company, announced today that it facilitated the sale of a 620-acre tract of…
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Rescuing Buster
June 8, 2023
By Jeff Becraft One day last week I was driving to work and as I came to an intersection in our neighborhood, there was a bulldog out in the…
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SCRA announces new Member Companies and grant funding
June 8, 2023
NeuroHope Therapeutics, Ortho-Dx, and Skilldora were accepted as South Carolina Research Authority Member Companies. Glossifi, Heartbeat Technologies, Parimer Scientific, and Secure Process Intelligence received new grant funding. All SCRA Member…
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Blink Book Review #2: Life in Five Senses by Gretchen Rubin
June 8, 2023
By Reba Hull Campbell Is there anything that we take for granted more than the power of our five senses? Gretchen Rubin’s new book, “Life in Five Senses, How…
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Life’s Healing Elixir
June 8, 2023
By Tom Poland A Sunday sojourn found me at Healing Springs near Blackville, South Carolina. There I stood on Gods Acre, property deeded to God. Palm Sunday it was,…
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Chambers again honors Robinson Gray, singling out Gray, Stepp and Watson
June 8, 2023
In its 2023 edition, Chambers USA – America’s Leading Lawyers for Business, has again honored Robinson Gray for its work in the area of general commercial litigation. “Robinson Gray Stepp…
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Richland County’s Ag + Art Tour highlights farm life
June 8, 2023
This weekend, the annual S.C. Ag + Art Tour brings together two of the state’s most vital industries, agriculture and tourism, to 15 farm- and art-related sites around Richland County.…
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Attorney General Alan Wilson challenges California truck ban
June 8, 2023Attorney General Alan Wilson has joined a coalition of 19 states challenging the Environmental Protection Agency’s (“EPA”) decision to allow California to illegally ban tractor-trailers and heavy-duty vehicles by forcing truckers to buy zero-emission trucks…
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Nephron announces new president of 503B Outsourcing Facility
June 8, 2023
Nephron Pharmaceuticals Corporation announced Christopher Fortier, PharmD, FASHP, CPEL, will join as President of its 503B Outsourcing Facility. In his new role, Fortier will oversee all operations at the industry-leading…
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Colliers | South Carolina and Red Rock Developments win 2022 SIOR Member to Member Associate Transaction Award
June 8, 2023
Colliers brokers in Columbia and Red Rock Developments professionals were recently honored by the prestigious Society of Industrial and Office REALTORS® (SIOR) for a top industrial transaction globally in 2022…
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Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd welcomes Carson S. Phillips in Greenville
June 8, 2023
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. announced that Carson S. Phillips has joined the firm’s Greenville office as a litigation associate. Carson focuses his practice on toxic tort litigation and will work…
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SCRA announces new finance and administration director
June 8, 2023
The South Carolina Research Authority announced its new director of finance and administration, Laura Terry, who is responsible for leading the strategic direction of SCRA’s finance and administration function. She also serves…
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Gov. Henry McMaster, SCDHHS Release Update on Mental Health Counselors in S.C. Schools
June 8, 2023
S.C. Sees 65% Increase in School-Based Mental Health Counselors in One Year. Governor Henry McMaster and South Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (SCDHHS) Director Robby Kerr today provided an…
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Elyse Reilly Teachout joins the Midtown office of C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS®
June 7, 2023
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announced that Elyse Reilly Teachout has joined the company’s Midtown office as a sales associate. Elyse is highly motivated with a deep commitment…
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Tindall Corporation founder celebrates courthouse completion in Spartanburg County
June 7, 2023
Tindall Corporation founder, William Lowndes, III, and other senior leaders were able to witness the completion of the new Spartanburg County Courthouse on April 13, 2023. His visit to the…
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World Ocean Day
June 7, 2023
Riverbanks Zoo and Garden Ready to Inspire Visitors to Make Waves for Conservation Kick Off Summer with a Visit to Riverbanks on World Ocean Day There are many reasons to…
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Food Truck Monday in Clinton is Next Week
June 7, 2023
The next Food Truck Monday is June 12th from 5 – 8 pm in downtown Clinton. Too hot to cook? Here is your option for Monday. There will be a…
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The Lumberyard Lineup for the Week
June 7, 2023
School’s out for summer! If you’re looking for something new and fun to do this summer, you can find it at the Lumberyard. This week’s lineup brings back the popular…
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Attorney General Alan Wilson urges FCC to clarify rules concerning consent for telemarketing robocalls and texts
June 7, 2023South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson is joining a coalition of 28 state attorneys general calling on the Federal Communications Commission to clarify the federal rules requiring telemarketers to obtain…
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Lander Exercise Science Program Ranked
June 7, 2023
Lander University’s exercise science program is ranked 26th in Intelligent.com’s listing of the best sports medicine degree programs of 2023. The online education research magazine also recognized Lander as having…
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Tyra McBride selected as the 2023 Capital Young Professional of the Year
June 7, 2023
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. announced that Tyra McBride was selected as the Columbia Metropolitan Magazine’s (CMM) 2023 Capital Young Professional of the Year. The CMM Capital Young Professional Awards recognized…
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Midlands Technical College Foundation receives $40,000 grant from Power:Ed for QuickJobs Workforce Development Scholarships
June 7, 2023
Midlands Technical College (MTC) Foundation has been awarded a $40,000 grant to boost education accessibility and critical job training from Power:Ed, a philanthropy of SC Student Loan Corporation. The funds…
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Garvin Design Group’s Liza Brockman graduates from Leadership Columbia
June 7, 2023
Garvin Design Group announced that interior designer Liza Brockman graduated with the Leadership Columbia class of 2023. The graduation ceremony was held at the Columbia Museum of Art on the…
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The City of Cayce awarded $10 million for drainage improvement project
June 7, 2023
At their meeting on June 6, 2023, Cayce City Council voted to accept a $10 Million South Carolina Infrastructure Investment Plan (SCIIP) grant from the Rural Infrastructure Authority (RIA). City…
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Itron expanding Oconee County operations
June 7, 2023
Company plans capital expenditure of $28.5 million over three years and will create nearly 100 new jobs Gov. Henry McMaster and the S.C. Department of Commerce today announced that Itron, a…
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Two Dreher High graduates named 2023 National Merit Scholarship recipients
June 7, 2023
Two Dreher High School Class of 2023 graduates have been named 2023 National Merit Scholarship winners. The program recognizes academically talented high school seniors across the country. Jacob Merrill and…
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Daniel Lovelace named Chief Marketing Officer & Director of Guest Experiences for Rick Erwin Dining Group
June 7, 2023
Daniel Lovelace has been named Chief Marketing Officer & Director of Guest Experiences at Rick Erwin Dining Group, marking the first time someone other than the two majority owners, Rick…
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The Patch in Mountville to Host Farmers Market
June 6, 2023
The Patch in Mountville is excited to announce a new offering for their customers. Their first farmers market is scheduled for Saturday, June 17, 2023. The market will be at…
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Pitts Music Studio in Clinton Grand Opening this Saturday
June 6, 2023
Pitts Music Studio is another new business in downtown Clinton. The studio is located at 127 East Main Street in Downtown Clinton. Owner Randy Pitts will host a grand opening…
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Finally Friday Lineup in Laurens
June 6, 2023
If you want to kick off your weekend with Main Street Laurens’ Finally Friday here is the line up! Soulified 7 will provide live musical entertainment from 7-9 pm. Come…
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June Yard and Garden Tips
June 6, 2023
Here is the yard and garden tips for the month of June courtesy of the Clemson University Cooperative Extension of Laurens. Watch out for: Flowers • Japanese beetles – these…
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