12 Educators selected to join third annual Scholastic Teacher Fellows Cohort
November 19, 2024
K-8 Educators Bring Wealth of Classroom Expertise to Help Inform Scholastic’s Offerings for Educators for the 2024-2025 School Year Scholastic, the global children’s publishing, education, and media company, announced its…
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McCrory Construction’s Stephen Cooper, DBIA, earns national design-build certification
November 19, 2024
Stephen Cooper, DBIA, Director of McCrory Construction’s Greenville Operations, has earned the prestigious designation of Designated Design-Build Professional® (DBIA®) and the right to display “DBIA” after his name. This sought-after…
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Spartanburg County Foundation announces Giving Tuesday campaign ‘boost’ for twelve local nonprofits in partnership with Spartanburg Gives’ Brew Good event December 3 at FR8yard
November 19, 2024
As Spartanburg Gives prepares to host the 5th Annual Brew Good for Giving Tuesday event at FR8yard on December 3, the Spartanburg County Foundation has announced a $500 grant for…
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SCDOT completes new third lane of I-85 Northbound in Cherokee County
November 19, 2024
The South Carolina Department of Transportation has opened the third northbound lane on I-85 from mile marker 90 to mile marker 98. This completion is part of the I-85 Widening…
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SCbio to host a gathering of national life sciences leaders at annual conference in Charleston Feb. 18-20
November 19, 2024
SCbio will unveil its new initiative aimed at defining the core pillars of the state’s life sciences and medtech sectors to attract companies to the state. SCbio will bring national…
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Retirees – Lower your individual income tax bill with these 5 tips
November 18, 2024
The South Carolina Department of Revenue (SCDOR) wants retired South Carolinians and those who are 65 and older to know about tax deductions and exemptions the state offers its older…
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St. Pat’s in Five Points ticket sale starts at midnight on Black Friday, Nov. 29
November 18, 2024
St. Pat’s in Five Points, South Carolina’s largest one-day festival, returns Saturday, March 15, for its 43rd annual event in Columbia, S.C. Tickets go on sale at midnight on Black…
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Bon Secours wins 2024 Zero Harm Award for commitment to patient safety
November 18, 2024
Bon Secours is recognized as a 2024 recipient of the Certified Zero Harm Awards. The Upstate health system is a frequent winner of this honor which recognizes hospital units who…
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How much can store brands save consumers for Thanksgiving this year?
November 18, 2024
Wells Fargo Agri-Food Institute reveals $17 savings for party of 10 Although food inflation continues to slow, budgeting for Thanksgiving might be challenging for consumers still acclimating to historic food…
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Samaritan Biologics expanding Greenville County operations
November 18, 2024
$5 million investment will create 85 new jobs Samaritan Biologics, a medical technology company, announced it is expanding its operations in Greenville County. The company’s $5 million investment will create…
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SCDES, Lt. Governor Evette and partners launch new phone app to help make recycling easier in South Carolina
November 18, 2024
Recycling just got easier in South Carolina with the introduction of the Recycle Here SC mobile phone app. The app – developed through a partnership between the S.C. Department of Environmental…
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ReGenesis Health Care hosts annual Thanksgiving Dinner Drive-Thru Giveaway in partnership with Sustaining Way and NAACP Spartanburg Branch #5550
November 15, 2024Event to Take Place on Saturday, November 23, 2024, Starting at 10:00 AM ReGenesis Health Care, in partnership with Sustaining Way and the NAACP Spartanburg Branch #5550, will host its…
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Bon Secours wins 2024 Zero Harm Award for commitment to patient safety
November 15, 2024
Bon Secours is proud to be recognized as a 2024 recipient of the Certified Zero Harm Awards. The Upstate health system is a frequent winner of this honor which recognizes…
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SCTBA is now the Palmetto Broadband Coalition
November 15, 2024
Organization strengthens efforts to bridge the digital divide in South Carolina The South Carolina Telecommunications and Broadband Association (SCTBA) announced it is now the Palmetto Broadband Coalition (PBC). This evolution…
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Trust parents over unelected officials to protect teens’ online safety
November 14, 2024As technology rapidly advances, ensuring the online safety of our teens has become a pressing concern for parents and lawmakers. While federal proposals like the Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA)…
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BASF ECMS’ Holland named to Oconee County’s 2024 Top 20 Under 40 list
November 14, 2024
Tommy Holland, contract services supervisor at BASF Environmental Catalyst and Metal Solutions (ECMS) in Seneca, has been recognized as one of Oconee County Chamber of Commerce’s 2024 Top 20 Under…
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Golf Digest’s Top Picks: Caledonia and True Blue Shine on Pawleys Island
November 14, 2024
Golf Digest has long been one of the game’s most respected voices, and the venerable magazine and one of its most prominent writers is singing the praises of Caledonia Golf…
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Meeting Street Scholarship Fund expands to Spartanburg County
November 14, 2024
An affordable college education became a reality on Thursday for hundreds of high-achieving, under-resourced Spartanburg students because of the Meeting Street Scholarship Fund. The expansion was made possible through an…
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South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics (GSSM) ranked #1 Public High School in South Carolina by Niche
November 14, 2024
The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics (GSSM) has once again been ranked the #1 Best Public High School in South Carolina by Niche, a leading platform for school and…
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Historian Durant Ashmore receives DAR’s Historic Preservation Recognition Award from Behethland Butler Chapter
November 14, 2024
Historian and battlefield preservationist Durant Ashmore is the recipient of the prestigious Historical Preservation Recognition Award of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution. The award, presented by the…
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SCDES, Lt. Governor Evette and partners launch new ‘Recycle Here SC’ phone app to make recycling easier in South Carolina
November 14, 2024
The new “Recycle Here SC” mobile phone app will be officially launched Nov. 15 as an innovative way to make recycling easier in South Carolina. The free mobile phone app…
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Local healthcare CEO launches book on leading with vulnerability
November 14, 2024
Joshua P. Trout authors “Transformative Leadership” book Joshua P. Trout, CEO of Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Greenville, has released his first book, “Transformative Leadership”, an insightful and compelling exploration…
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Trades subcontractors sought for Nicholtown Community Center
November 14, 2024
Project Overview and Networking Event Set for Tuesday, Nov. 19; Trade Business Owners Invited to Attend In partnership with Cely Construction, the City is seeking qualified trade businesses to renovate…
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USC awarded $35 million federal grant to boost state’s college and career readiness
November 14, 2024
The U.S. Department of Education has awarded the University of South Carolina a $35 million grant to improve college and career readiness among disadvantaged students in South Carolina. USC is…
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The Commons to host five-year Anniversary celebration
November 14, 2024
Beloved food hall marks five years of culinary excellence and community spirit with commemorative event The Commons, a popular food hall in Greenville’s Unity Park, is celebrating its five-year anniversary…
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Celebrating a new cohort of teachers seeking National Board certification
November 14, 2024
The Center of Excellence for Educator Preparation and Innovation at Voorhees University (EPI Center), in partnership with the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards, will convene and celebrate teachers pursuing…
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SCDOT requests public comment on 2024 Statewide Rail Plan
November 14, 2024
The South Carolina Department of Transportation requests public comment on the 2024 Statewide Rail Plan. The 2024 Statewide Rail Plan includes input from passenger and freight rail operators, metropolitan planning organizations, councils of government, neighboring state…
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Wyche’s Corporate Practice Group expands with addition of Alex Nordholm and Brian Park
November 13, 2024
Wyche, a leading full-service law firm with offices across South Carolina, announced that Alex Nordholm and Brian Park have joined the firm’s Corporate Practice Group. Both Nordholm and Park bring…
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E-Waste Recycling & Shredding
November 13, 2024
Next Event: Nov. 16, 2024 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. The City of Greenville holds Shredding & E-Waste Recycling Events in spring and fall, at the Public Works campus, located…
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SCETV unveils new MediaSCape Studios: A state-of-the-art creative tech space for South Carolina educators and students
November 13, 2024
South Carolina ETV and Public Radio (SCETV) announced the completion and opening of its new MediaSCape Studios– a state-of-the-art creative tech space designed to enhance educational experiences and foster student…
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South Carolina ETV premieres new series, IMPACT South Carolina, with screening and live studio audience for Palmetto Perspectives on National Diabetes Day
November 13, 2024
South Carolina ETV (SCETV) announced the premiere of a new series, IMPACT South Carolina, as well as an opportunity for the public to attend a live studio taping of Palmetto Perspectives on…
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Seven Victory Fitness Collective opens in downtown Greenville
November 13, 2024A new premier fitness and wellness facility –– Seven Victory Fitness Collective –– has opened in the heart of downtown Greenville. Located in a beautifully appointed space on the lower…
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The Commons to host five-year anniversary celebration
November 13, 2024
Beloved food hall marks five years of culinary excellence and community spirit with commemorative event The Commons, a popular food hall in Greenville’s Unity Park, is celebrating its five-year anniversary…
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Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd welcomes five new associates
November 12, 2024
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. announced that Kate Childs, Catherine R. Langdon, Ashley Long, Sarah J. Reisinger and Chloë Satzger have joined the firm. “We are thrilled to welcome five exceptional…
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High Spirits Hospitality’s Johnson named Outstanding Community Service Leader
November 12, 2024
The South Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association has named High Spirits Hospitality’s Tammy Johnson its Outstanding Community Service Leader during the Upstate Hospitality Awards Monday. Members of the Upstate Chapters…
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Cassette Music Memories
November 12, 2024
By Tom Poland Last week my writer-daughter, Beth, wrote a story about her MTV years. She recalled the 1980s watching music videos. She wrote, “When my sister and I…
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Infinity elevates three to senior leadership
November 12, 2024
Infinity Marketing (“Infinity”), a strategic and client-focused integrated marketing agency, announced three team members’ promotions: Erica Gregory, Senior Manager of Web Performance; Gina O’Donnell, Senior Social and Influence Manager; and…
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Sumner & Todd named to “Best Law Firms in America” 2025
November 12, 2024
Greenville law firm Sumner & Todd, Attorneys at Law and its staff have received outstanding recognition from multiple top ranking national and local sources. They include: Best Law Firms® 2025,…
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Jobscope Advisory Council discusses new product features and future direction of ERP manufacturing software solution
November 12, 2024
Jobscope, Inc., who delivers a comprehensive manufacturing ERP software solution for order-driven manufacturing businesses, recently held their Advisory Council meeting that brought together client company representatives from various industries and…
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Tax Credits bring $90 million investment in Affordable Housing
November 12, 2024
Two new housing developments will add nearly 200 affordable rental units and a third project will preserve 101 apartments in Greenville; the majority are earmarked for low-income seniors. Greenville Housing…
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Tindall Corporation welcomes Paul Bieber as Director of Business Development
November 12, 2024
Tindall Corporation, one of the largest precast concrete manufacturers in North America, welcomed Paul Bieber as Director of Business Development. “We’re truly excited by Paul’s addition to the Tindall family,”…
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Clemson University gathers to recognize the newest members of the Fort Hill Legacy Society
November 12, 2024
President James P. Clements prepares to address the audience at the 2024 Fort Hill Legacy Society Bronze Leaf Dedication On November 1, 2024, Clemson University inducted the newest members into…
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Search-and-rescue vehicle built by Clemson University students headed to the SEMA Show
November 12, 2024
This press release was written by VIPR-GS intern Kate DeStefano. An advanced search-and-rescue vehicle designed and built by Clemson University students is headed to Las Vegas for a show attended…
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Clemson National Scholars named Rhodes and Marshall scholarship finalists
November 12, 2024
A Clemson University student and recent alumnus are finalists for the most prestigious and selective major fellowships available to American college students. Elizabeth Caldwell from Hendersonville, Tennessee, is a finalist for…
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Crossroads Treatment Centers appoints Nick Sulaiman as President and Chief Operations Officer
November 12, 2024
Crossroads Treatment Centers, a leading provider of substance use disorder (SUD) treatment, announced the appointment of Nick Sulaiman, a healthcare executive, as President and Chief Operations Officer, effective November 11.…
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Storm debris collection update
November 12, 2024
City contractors completed the first pass of storm debris pickup. They’re on their second pass now and will begin stump-splitting this week. Since Hurricane Helene, crews have: Collected more than…
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Coldwell Banker Caine closes on new office to support Upstate’s growing lakes real estate market
November 12, 2024
Coldwell Banker Caine announced it will open a new gallery office in the heart of the Lake Keowee community. Citing Coldwell Banker Caine’s long history serving this community’s real estate…
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Colliers South Carolina Industrial Report: Performance diverges across markets as building boom slows
November 12, 2024
Commercial Real Estate Research & Forecast Report Q3 2024 South Carolina Industrial Market Highlights South Carolina’s overall industrial performance was mixed across the state as solid absorption along the I-85…
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Triumph welcomes four team members to front office staff
November 11, 2024
Club strengthens staff as it prepares for new stadium The Greenville Triumph Soccer Club and Greenville Liberty Soccer Club announced the addition of four new members to its front office…
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YMCA of Greenville announces promotion of Barbie Jefferson to executive vice president and chief operating and financial officer
November 11, 2024
YMCA of Greenville announced today the promotion of leadership team member Barbie Jefferson, as she accepts additional responsibilities providing executive leadership and strategic direction of the organization to continue strengthening…
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