Upcountry History Museum to host Quilts of Valor Display
July 15, 2024
Quilts to be Awarded to Local Veterans in Special Ceremonies on July 20 What began as one mother’s dream when her son was deployed in Iraq in 2003 is now…
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A Pop-Up Quilts of Valor Sewing Day Tuesday, July 16
July 15, 2024
A special day of learning and helping is coming Tuesday for those wanting to learn the basics of quilting while honoring our veterans. There will be a “Quilts of Valor…
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Businesses and Non-Profits—Beware! Trolling Photography Lawyers Are Attacking!
July 15, 2024
By Mike DuBose A photographer was recently awarded $6 million after a jury found a non-profit guilty of using his copyrighted pictures without permission. A Prosperity, SC church was sued…
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Tickets go on sale this week for GJFF’s SummerFest’s Call Me Dancer
July 15, 2024
Tickets for the South Carolina premier of the award-winning documentary Call Me Dancer as well as a dance workshop with the star of the film go on sale this week.…
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OSHA issues proposed workplace heat exposure standard
July 15, 2024
By David Dubberly Maynard Nexsen PC. On July 2, 2024, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) issued its proposed national heat standard, titled Heat Injury and Illness Prevention in…
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Mount Pleasant Chamber gears up for Community and Business Expo
July 15, 2024
Don’t miss Mount Pleasant’s biggest networking event, sponsored by Crews Subaru of Charleston. The Mount Pleasant Chamber of Commerce (MPCC) Community and Business Expo is back for its 14th year,…
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Spring Hill High School received 2024 Data Trailblazer Award
July 15, 2024
Spring Hill High School has received the first 2024 Data Trailblazer Award from the SC Education Oversight Committee. Spring Hill High School was selected as the high school winner of…
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Mirci & Healthy Laughter host comedy show at New Brookland Tavern to benefit Mental Health
July 15, 2024
Mirci, a leading advocate for mental health awareness in the community, is thrilled to announce a unique and engaging event—a family-friendly mental health-themed comedy show for all ages. Laugh Therapy…
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Presbyterian College launches center for inquiry, research, and scholarship
July 15, 2024
In 11th-century France, famed philosopher and logician Peter Abelard wrote that the first key to wisdom is “constant and frequent questioning … for by doubting we are led to question,…
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Family Connection of South Carolina to host education focused summits for community-serving organizations
July 15, 2024
Across South Carolina, there is an increasing number of families who are navigating raising a child with a disability while experiencing housing instability. Family Connection of South Carolina is hosting…
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A Growing Concern: addressing the dangers of social isolation and food insecurities in Summerville
July 15, 2024
As social isolation and food insecurity continue to impact the Summerville area, Meals on Wheels of Summerville remains dedicated to addressing these critical issues during these unprecedented, challenging times. The…
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Construction begins on Holland Park Office Building
July 15, 2024
Project Details The Holland Park Office Building is a testament to the dynamic growth and development in Greenville. Designed by LMG Architects, the 7,000 SF building will serve as the…
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Jones elected South Carolina Bankers Association Chairman
July 15, 2024
Jennifer T. Jones, President and CEO, CBL State Savings Bank, Greer, SC, has been elected Chair of The South Carolina Bankers Association (SCBA). She was elected by a vote of…
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Randy Page joins Palmetto Family Council as Executive Vice President
July 15, 2024
Palmetto Family Council President Dr. Steve Pettit announced the addition of Randy Page to the organization as Executive Vice President. Page will begin to serve immediately. Prior to joining Palmetto…
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Dominion Energy, SC Office of Regulatory Staff, intervenors file comprehensive settlement of general electric rate case for approval by Public Service Commission of South Carolina
July 15, 2024
Dominion Energy South Carolina, Inc. (DESC), a wholly owned subsidiary of Dominion Energy, Inc. (NYSE: D), together with other parties of record, submitted a comprehensive settlement agreement in DESC’s pending…
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Local author and life coach, Karin Freeland, honored for business skills
July 14, 2024
Greenville Business Magazine has honored Karin Freeland with a 2024 SC Women in Business Award. The SC Women in Business Awards are for female entrepreneurs, executives, employees and the organizations…
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Joan Herlong earns SC Women in Business honor
July 14, 2024
Greenville Business Magazine has honored Joan Herlong with a 2024 SC Women in Business award. The SC Women in Business Awards are for female entrepreneurs, executives, employees and organizations they…
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Greenville Technical College seeks submissions for second annual LGBTQ+ History Month Art Exhibition
July 14, 2024
An October 2024 exhibition hosted by the Greenville Technical College (GTC) Libraries in celebration of LGBTQ+ History Month will feature work by LGBTQ+ visual artists from the college and the…
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Nine college students join Northwestern Mutual summer internship program
July 14, 2024
Northwestern Mutual, a leading financial services firm, selected nine college students to participate in the company’s nationally recognized summer internship program to work in its Upstate SC offices and gain…
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Upcountry History Museum completes survey of sites in Greenville County associated with the American Revolution
July 14, 2024
In a war remembered more for battles at Bunker Hill, Concord, Saratoga, and Yorktown, it was the events of the Southern Campaign that finally turned the tide for American independence.…
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Mary Caskey named to South Carolina Lawyers Weekly’s ‘Influential Women of Law 2024’ list
July 14, 2024
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. shareholder Mary M. Caskey has been named to the South Carolina Lawyers Weekly’s “Influential Women of Law 2024” list (subscription required). She is one of just…
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Greenville’s newest luxury community Biltmore Walk breaks ground
July 14, 2024
Exclusive Residences Offer Unparalleled Access to County Square’s 40-Acre Mixed-Use Development Keene Group and Marchant Bateman & Co. of Blackstream Christie’s International Real Estate are thrilled to announce the groundbreaking…
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Amanda Benfield, Laurens County Chamber President/CEO, Achieves Prestigious IOM Certification
July 14, 2024
Amanda Benfield, President and CEO of the Laurens County Chamber of Commerce, successfully completed the Institute for Organization Management (IOM) program through the U.S. Chamber of Commerce on June 27,…
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Early Takeoff: Glasgow Leverages PTC Dual Enrollment to Achieve Aerospace Dreams
July 14, 2024
A career in aerospace engineering can often mean several years of higher education, but Jeremy Glasgow caught an early flight, so to speak. “I was really interested in cutting down…
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The Brew: Next Event on July 17th at Pop’s BBQ & Country Cooking
July 13, 2024
The Laurens County Chamber of Commerce is proud to host The Brew Laurens County, a bi-monthly gathering designed for local entrepreneurs and business owners seeking inspiration, collaboration, and guidance. This…
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Target to Stop Accepting Personal Checks, But Is the Checkbook Era Really Over?
July 13, 2024
Target stores will stop accepting personal checks after July 15, the retailer has announced. The decision follows similar moves by Aldi and Whole Foods Market, as the usage of personal…
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New 821 Area Code Introduced for Upstate South Carolina: What You Need to Know
July 12, 2024
Starting July 19, 2024, the Upstate region of South Carolina will see a significant change in its telecommunications landscape with the introduction of a new 821 area code. This new…
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Hotel Hartness ranked No. 1 Resort in South Carolina in the Travel + Leisure World’s Best Awards
July 12, 2024
Hotel Hartness announced that the property has been ranked the no. 1 resort in South Carolina in the 2024 Travel + Leisure World’s Best Awards. The hotel also ranked no.…
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From the Mountains to the Sea
July 12, 2024By Thomas S. Mullikin, PhD In South Carolina we are blessed to enjoy the beauty of some of the oldest mountains in the world with a southeasterly stretch of the…
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Colliers hires Wilson Springs as Property Management Coordinator
July 11, 2024
Colliers | South Carolina announces that Wilson Springs has joined the company as a Property Management Coordinator in the firm’s Real Estate Management Services (REMS) division in the Charleston office.…
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Porter Durham joins Grant Philanthropic Advisors
July 11, 2024
Porter Durham joins Grant Philanthropic Advisors bringing decades of philanthropic leadership. In his role as Of Counsel with GPA, Porter will make strategic connections to potential clients and thought leaders…
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Greenville’s newest luxury community Biltmore Walk breaks ground
July 11, 2024Exclusive Residences Offer Unparalleled Access to County Square’s 40-Acre Mixed-Use Development Keene Group and Marchant Bateman & Co. of Blackstream Christie’s International Real Estate announced the groundbreaking of Biltmore Walk, an…
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The Summer Life Changed
July 11, 2024
By Tom Poland Why Do You Live Where You Do? April 18, 2024—Dickey Betts’s passing took me back to 1973, a very hard year for me. Betts and his…
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Greenville Pro Soccer deepens ownership group with addition of three industry veterans
July 11, 2024Greenville Pro Soccer announced the addition of three industry veterans to its ownership team. Rick Pennell, part-owner and president/CEO of Metromont Corporation; Wallace Cheves, founder of Skyboat Gaming; and Jim…
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Tips for a Sober Summer: Enjoy All the Upstate Has to Offer Without Compromising Your Sobriety
July 11, 2024
Summer can be a daunting time for those in recovery or even those simply looking to drink less. In a culture where activities are often planned around alcohol, it can…
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Retail Space Secured
July 11, 2024
David Newman and Walter Reid of Harbor Commercial Partners represented the Tenant, Izzie Mac, LLC in the lease of 1,000 SF retail space at 1124 Sam Rittenberg Boulevard in Charleston.…
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Colliers Greenville-Spartanburg Office Report: Flight to quality characterizes office market
July 11, 2024
Commercial Real Estate Research & Forecast Report Q2 2024 Greenville-Spartanburg Office Market Highlights Office performance was mixed in the second quarter, as expiring leases and evolving tenant preferences combined with…
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Columbia marketing firm ADCO announces addition of Lauren McAlexander as Partner
July 11, 2024
Full-service marketing and creative firm ADCO announces that Lauren McAlexander, the agency’s Digital Marketing Strategist, has been made Partner. McAlexander joins Creative Director and co-founder, Brian Murrell, and President Lora…
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The YoPro releases in-depth report on benefits and wellness in the workplace
July 11, 2024
The YoPro Know, a leading consulting firm that helps companies create a future where all generations thrive, has released a new report showing the importance of work-life balance and other…
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Greenville Arena District embarks on 25-year master plan to reimagine its campus and envision future of Bon Secours Wellness Arena
July 11, 2024
The Greenville Arena District (GAD), owner and operator of Bon Secours Wellness Arena, announced that architecture firms LS3P, LMN, and Gensler Sports have been awarded the contract for master planning…
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Ponthieux’s Jewelry Design Studio moves to Aston’s McDaniel Village
July 11, 2024
23-year-old family owned and operated business expands services Ponthieux’s Jewelry Design Studio is pleased to announce it is relocating to an expanded 2,040-square-foot space at the nearby McDaniel Village shopping…
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Hughes Agency welcomes Eleanor Kneeland as Account Executive
July 11, 2024
Hughes Agency, a full-service public relations, marketing, advertising and event management firm, is pleased to announce the addition of Eleanor Kneeland as Account Executive. Kneeland is responsible for supporting event…
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Riverbanks calendar update
July 11, 2024
2024 RIVERBANKS CALENDAR UPDATE Wild Adventures Abound at Riverbanks Zoo and Garden Pollinator Plant Pack Sale Plant Pack sale goes live on riverbanks.org on August 1, 2024. Help promote crucial…
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CarolinaPower welcomes Ashley Michie as marketing manager
July 11, 2024
Greenville-based CarolinaPower, a leading employee-owned, regional electrical contractor with four offices in South Carolina, has hired Ashley Michie as Marketing Manager. Michie will lead company-wide marketing efforts, including brand management,…
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Dorchester County Council approves $2.27 million for storm debris removal
July 11, 2024
On Monday, July 8, 2024, Dorchester County Council approved the allocation of $2,277,471 for the removal of debris from County easements affected by the storm on June 10th. This effort…
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West Columbia Beautification Foundation’s 8th annual Taste on the River raises almost $40,000
July 11, 2024
The 8th Annual West Columbia Beautification Foundation Taste on the River was an unforgettable evening celebrating the vibrant food scene in the Midlands while supporting the ongoing beautification efforts in…
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Richland Two names new Senior Chief Academic Officer
July 11, 2024
Richland School District Two has named Jennifer Morrison the new Senior Chief Academic Officer. “Jennifer Morrison embodies the essence of an exceptional educator. Her passion for teaching and learning is…
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Melissa Woo joins Coldwell Banker Caine in Spartanburg
July 11, 2024
Coldwell Banker Caine recently welcomed Melissa Woo to its Spartanburg office as a residential agent. Melissa has lived in the Upstate since 2007 and favors its stunning scenery, warm Southern…
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Bon Secours launches new pharmacy programs to ensure patients’ ability to access much-needed medications
July 11, 2024
Bon Secours St. Francis is debuting a new Harness Health retail pharmacy at its downtown hospital this week, allowing the health system to also launch two new programs that will…
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Tri-County Technical College freezes in-county tuition for fifth year
July 11, 2024
The Tri-County Technical College Commission voted unanimously in April to freeze in-county tuition for a fifth consecutive year. The in-county tuition freeze applies to the 2024-2025 academic year. “The decision…
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