The Madness Begins!
February 10, 2025
Which SC-Made Product Will Claim the Title of ‘Coolest Thing’ in 2025? The South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance (SCMA) today officially kicked off the 4th annual Manufacturing Madness: Coolest Thing Made…
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The Meyer Center for Special Children announces the return of the Kids Classic Clarence Edwards Golf
February 10, 2025
The Meyer Center for Special Children announced the return of the Kids Classic Clarence Edwards Golf Tournament on Tuesday, May 6. Now in its 37th year, the Kids Classic raises…
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Chad Charles of Charles & Associates Inc. named Lakelands HBA president
February 10, 2025
GREENWOOD, S.C. – One of the region’s most respected builders has been named president of theLakelands Homebuilders Association. Chad Charles is the president of Charles & Associates, and is a lifelong…
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SCETV President and CEO Adrienne Fairwell re-elected to America’s Public Television Stations Board of Trustees and elected Professional Vice Chair
February 10, 2025
South Carolina ETV and Public Radio President and CEO Adrienne Fairwell has been re-elected to the America’s Public Television Stations (APTS) Board of Trustees and selected as the Professional Vice…
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Habitat Greenville dedicates Women’s Build House
February 7, 2025
Habitat for Humanity of Greenville County welcomed home Amber Meihofer’s family Thursday afternoon. Meihofer and her family are the new owners of a home on Sturtevant Street in part due…
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South Carolina Public Radio welcomes Reagan Knight as new local host for All Things Considered
February 7, 2025
South Carolina Public Radio (SC Public Radio) is proud to announce Reagan Knight has joined the team as the new local afternoon host for All Things Considered. Knight discovered his love…
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Governor appoints new Board Chair of South Carolina Research Authority
February 7, 2025
South Carolina Research Authority announces that William “Bill” Kirkland has been named by Governor Henry McMaster as chairperson of the SCRA Board of Trustees. He replaces long-time chairperson Don Herriott.…
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Rebuild Upstate announces 2025 board members and leadership team
February 6, 2025
Rebuild Upstate has elected new board officers and members for the upcoming year. The new officers are Kathy Hodges as board chair; Rob Schmidt as vice-chair and governance chair, Nick…
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Colliers South Carolina Industrial Report: Upstate absorption carries statewide performance
February 5, 2025
Commercial Real Estate Research & Forecast Report Q4 2024 South Carolina Industrial Market Highlights South Carolina saw major deals in the Upstate by third-party logistics firms and automotive OEMs drive…
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Dr. Laurie Theriot, MD, to Chair Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s in Greenville
February 5, 2025
Dr. Laurie Theriot is serving as the Executive Event Chair of the Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s in Greenville, returning for a second year in the vital volunteer role.…
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Breeze Airways expands at GSP with three new seasonal routes
February 5, 2025
Breeze Airways is expanding at Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport (GSP) with the addition of three new seasonal routes. Beginning May 2025, Breeze will offer nonstop flights to Fort Myers (RSW), Pittsburgh…
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Four promoted to Vice President at integrated design-build firm A M King
February 5, 2025Carolinas-based A M King, a leading integrated Design-Build firm with an established presence in the Upstate, announced that JD Boone, Andre Harris, Carl H. Morse and David Sawicki have been…
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Converse University announces Dr. Will Case as Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs
February 5, 2025
Converse University has appointed Dr. Will Case to serve as Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs, effective immediately. Case joined Converse in 2015 as an assistant professor of chemistry…
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Fresh on the Menu launches People’s Choice Awards
February 4, 2025
Vote for South Carolina Restaurants That Support Local Farmers Fresh on the Menu has introduced the People’s Choice Awards to honor restaurants across the state that prioritize local ingredients and support South…
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A Conversation with Joshua Snead, Rainwalk Technology
February 4, 2025
Rainwalk is a Columbia-based startup that provides pet health insurance. Their online platform offers easy and quick claims processing, covers most veterinary bills, and provides end-to-end pet insurance support online.…
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Bank of America names Ellie Perry Market Executive for Upstate South Carolina
February 4, 2025
Bank of America announced that Ellie Perry has been named Market Executive for Upstate South Carolina. In this role, Perry is responsible for helping lead the bank’s local efforts across…
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NHE takes over management of The George
February 4, 2025
One of the South’s leading property management companies has entered the Savannah market to be the onsite leadership team for The George. NHE, Inc. brings more than 50 years of…
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SC Housing announces new website, improving information access
February 4, 2025
SC Housing recently launched its newly redesigned website, created to provide an improved experience for users seeking information about housing programs and resources. The updated site features a modern design,…
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Upcountry History Museum receives grant to digitize files
February 4, 2025
The Upcountry History Museum – Greenville County, a Smithsonian Affiliate, announced that it has been awarded a grant from the South Carolina State Historical Records Advisory Board’s regrant program to…
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Carolina Handling named 2025 MVP by the Material Handling Equipment Distributors Association
February 4, 2025
Carolina Handling has been awarded the prestigious MVP (Most Valuable Partner) Award for its outstanding achievements during 2024 by industry trade association MHEDA (Material Handling Equipment Distributors Association). This is…
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Governor Henry McMaster, Together SC, United Way Association of SC and AmeriCorps SC announce 2025 Governor’s Volunteer Award recipients
February 4, 2025Honoring the State’s Most Dedicated Volunteers at the SC Nonprofit Summit Henry McMaster, Governor of South Carolina, Together SC, United Way Association of SC, and AmeriCorps SC are proud to…
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ES Foundry launches new solar cell factory in Greenwood, SC
February 4, 2025
GREENWOOD, SC – On Friday, Jan. 31, ES Foundry, an American company advancing U.S. solar by onshoring crystalline solar cell production, celebrated the grand opening of its cutting-edge manufacturing facility.…
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Greenville Zoo Foundation announces new Board Members
February 4, 2025
The Greenville Zoo Foundation announces a new Director of Operations & Engagement, the addition of 7 board members and the election of board officers for 2025. The Greenville Zoo Foundation…
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Greenville’s educational attainment continues to rise
February 4, 2025
New data released by the Lumina Foundation shows that Greenville is making significant progress toward its goal of 60% of working-age adults (25-64 years old) holding a post-secondary credential, certification…
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10X Digital announces Jena Patel as latest Digital Marketing Scholarship winner
February 4, 2025
10X Digital announced Jena Patel as the latest recipient of the 10X Digital Marketing Scholarship. The scholarship is awarded to students who exhibit a strong passion for digital marketing and…
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SCRA announces new Member Companies and grant funding
February 4, 2025
Jaya Biosciences and OrthoTract Innovations were accepted as South Carolina Research Authority Member Companies. ElectroWire received new grant funding. All SCRA Member Companies receive coaching and access to SCRA’s Member Benefits and Startup Resources,…
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O’Dell Corporation welcomes new National Sales Director
February 4, 2025
O’Dell Corporation announced the appointment of Christopher R. Tricozzi as National Sales Director, bringing over 30 years of exceptional experience in B2B sales, marketing, and business development to the organization.…
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SBA names Melissa Lindler new South Carolina District Director
February 4, 2025
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced that Melissa Lindler has been named as the District Director for the U.S. Small Business Administration’s South Carolina District Office located in Columbia,…
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Endeavor celebrates Caper’s Birthday with $11 day passes
February 3, 2025
Co-work for Just $11/day in February as Endeavor’s Office Dog Turns 11 Endeavor Workspaces is offering $11 day passes for the month of February to celebrate office dog Caper the…
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Forty-five Midlands Leaders join diversity Leaders Initiative
February 3, 2025
An award-winning program with over 2,800 graduates across South Carolina, the Diversity Leaders Initiative leverages diversity to drive progress. Forty-five leaders from across the Midlands have been selected to participate…
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SCETV spotlights Black American programming during Black History Month
February 3, 2025
During the month of February, South Carolina ETV and Public Radio (SCETV) recognizes Black History Month with special programming that highlights the Black American experience. SCETV shares the rich culture…
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Upstate community leaders champion women’s heart health
February 3, 2025
American Heart Association announces its 2025 Go Red for Women® leadership The American Heart Association, devoted to a world of healthier lives for all, has welcomed ten Upstate women to…
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NAI Earle Furman announces two new Shareholders
February 3, 2025
Full-service commercial real estate firm NAI Earle Furman elected two new Shareholders. McNeil Epps, CCIM, SIOR, and James Malm, CCIM were voted in during the organization’s annual Shareholder meeting in…
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South Carolina State Fair opens applications for 2025 College Scholarships
February 3, 2025
$500,000 in scholarship funds are available for high school seniors statewide now through March 15 The South Carolina State Fair, a self-supporting 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, announced the opening of applications for…
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Greenville Jewish Film Festival showing Running on Sand this weekend
February 3, 2025
Running on Sand, a nominee Israeli Academy Award for Best Film, will be shown this Sunday, February 9 at 4 p.m. at the Camelot Cinemas as part of the Greenville…
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Tickets on sale Bubbly Side Up! A Brunch Festival at events at Judson Mill
January 31, 2025
Brunch lovers, unite! Bubbly Side Up! A Brunch Festival is returning to Events at Judson Mill this March. From 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, March 1st, attendees can…
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ScanSource named a Fortune World’s Most Admired Company for ninth consecutive year
January 31, 2025
ScanSource, Inc. (NASDAQ: SCSC), a leading hybrid distributor connecting devices to the cloud, has been named to Fortune Magazine’s 2025 list of World’s Most Admired Companies. ScanSource’s inclusion in this…
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Ted & Holly Rollins Scholarship Awards latest recipient
January 30, 2025
The Ted & Holly Rollins Scholarship Organization is pleased to announce the recipient of its latest scholarship, Ellyce Butuyan. This scholarship— in honor of the late Ted Rollins —is awarded…
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Karl the Kool-Smoking, Chain-Smoking Kat
January 30, 2025
By Tom Poland Can Your Imagination Turn Real? Summer 2022, St. Simons Island, I was sitting around the pool when my niece, Harper, and her friend, Stella, asked me…
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Richard Riley, David Wilkins honored with S.C. Supreme Court Lifetime Achievement Award
January 30, 2025Richard Riley and David Wilkins Two South Carolina statesmen and members of the legal profession—Richard Riley and David Wilkins—were recently honored with the Chief Justice’s Award for Outstanding Contributions…
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Katrina Shealy honored for legislative leadership
January 30, 2025Senator Katrina Shealy, who served in the S.C. Senate from 2012-2024, was honored as the 2025 Riley-Wilkins OneSouthCarolina Legislative Leadership Award winner for her commitment to some of the most…
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Merl Code honored for lifetime of service and advocacy
January 30, 2025Greenville’s first African American municipal court judge, Merl Code, was recently honored as the Riley-Wilkins OneSouthCarolina Civic Leadership Award winner for his life of public service and advocacy on behalf…
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S.C. Treasurer Curtis Loftis celebrates National Unclaimed Property Day
January 30, 2025
In observance of February 1 being National Unclaimed Property Day, State Treasurer Curtis Loftis announced that more than 800,000 new properties have been reported to the State’s Unclaimed Property Program.…
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USC Palmetto College launches “Legacy Societies” to honor philanthropic contributions
January 30, 2025
The University of South Carolina Palmetto College announced the establishment of new legacy societies across its campuses to recognize and honor the exceptional generosity of its donors. These societies celebrate…
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NP Strategy grows across the Southeast
January 30, 2025
Strategic Communications Firm Adds Media Relations Hires in Birmingham, Charlotte and Columbia Offices NP Strategy, a strategic communications firm providing crisis, media and public relations assistance, is growing in Alabama…
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David N. Edwards Jr., to retire from the Greenville-Spartanburg Airport District
January 30, 2025
The Greenville-Spartanburg Airport District has announced that President and CEO David N. Edwards Jr., A.A.E. will retire on January 9, 2026, after 16 years of leading Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport (GSP) and…
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Twenty-two Fellows selected for 2025 South Carolina Afterschool Leaders Empowered (SCALE) Fellowship
January 30, 2025
SCALE equips emerging afterschool and expanded learning leaders with the resources, frameworks, partnerships, and curriculum-curating skills to advance education programming in South Carolina. Twenty-two afterschool and summer program leaders…
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David Atchley and Karee White join forces to launch AtchleyWhite + Associates
January 30, 2025
New partnership sets out to help innovative companies succeed and grow across the Southeast AtchleyWhite + Associates (AWA), a Greenville-based fundraising and strategy consulting firm serving organizations that span the…
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South Carolina Foundation for Educational Leadership hosts Gala celebrating SC Educator Hall of Fame inductees, distinguished SC Public School Graduates, and the distinguished Public Education Impact Award Recipient
January 30, 2025
The South Carolina Foundation for Educational Leadership, South Carolina Association of School Administrators’ (SCASA) non-profit arm, is hosting its eighth annual gala on Friday, April 4, 2025, to celebrate this…
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Governor Outlines Bold Vision for South Carolina in State of the State Address
January 29, 2025
In his annual State of the State address, Governor Henry McMaster reflected on South Carolina’s successes in 2024, acknowledged challenges ahead, and laid out an ambitious vision for the future.…
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