Carolina Handling supports Ronald McDonald House Charities in Greenville, across the Southeast
May 25, 2023
Carolina Handling is supporting Ronald McDonald House Charities in six Southeastern cities with a donation of more than $25,000 to the Adopt-A-Room programs in Greenville, SC, Birmingham, AL, Atlanta, GA,…
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Morganelli’s Party Store sold to new owner
May 25, 2023
Sunbelt Business Brokers, a leading mergers and acquisitions adviser for privately held businesses, is proud to announce the successful sale of Four Morganelli’s, Inc., dba Morganelli’s Party Store, a beloved…
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Burnie Maybank – former S.C. Revenue Director and veteran tax attorney – joins Adams and Reese IBG Practice
May 25, 2023
Burnie Maybank III, a former two-time director of the South Carolina Department of Revenue and a prominent state and local tax law and economic development attorney, has joined Adams and…
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When we are thankful
May 25, 2023
By Jeff Becraft Sorry there was no Friday email last week… was scrambling to get out of town to speak at a camp for a children’s home. I got…
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City distributes Youth Services Guides for summer activities as school year ends
May 25, 2023As the school year comes to a close, the City of Columbia is focused on distributing copies of the 2023 Youth Services Guide to the community. The guide is a…
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Greenville Chamber, Greenville County Schools partner to honor LaunchGVL participants and present scholarships
May 25, 2023
LaunchGVL hosted a celebration event on Tuesday, May 23rd honoring 2022/2023 student interns and their employers. During the celebration, five students received scholarships from the Greenville Chamber Foundation and five students…
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Joan Herlong & Associates Sotheby’s International Realty adds two
May 25, 2023
Suzanne Withington and Rhonda Owens are the latest real estate professionals to join Joan Herlong & Associates Sotheby’s International Realty. A Greenville native, Withington brings more than 30 years of…
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Take a bite out of hunger and save on zoo admission during Toucan Tuesdays
May 25, 2023
Riverbanks Zoo and Garden is excited to partner with Harvest Hope Food Bank for the return of Toucan Tuesdays. Beginning Tuesday, June 6, guests visiting Riverbanks will receive buy-one get-one…
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Jersey Mike’s Subs to open new location on Johns Island
May 25, 2023
NAI Charleston and the developers of Maybank Commons are pleased to announce Jersey Mike’s Subs will be opening a new location within the upcoming Johns Island retail project. Maybank Commons,…
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AllSouth Federal Credit Union hosted Soldiers and Vets Charity Golf Tournament to benefit Transitions Homeless Center
May 25, 2023
AllSouth Federal Credit Union hosted its annual Soldiers and Vets Charity Golf Tournament on Thursday, May 18, 2023, at Golden Hills Golf and Country Club in Lexington, South Carolina. Thanks…
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Richland One Communications team wins 14 State PR awards
May 25, 2023
The Richland One Office of Communications received 14 awards from the South Carolina Chapter of the National School Public Relations Association (SC/NSPRA) for outstanding communications and public relations efforts. The…
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Northwest Florida’s largest owner of beachfront hotels chooses TravelBoom as web development partner
May 25, 2023
Innisfree Hotels, a hotel developer and management company for many of the world’s most recognized hotel brands, has chosen TravelBoom as its web development partner. TravelBoom is the leading data-driven…
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Pastors and former gang leaders join forces against a culture of violence
May 25, 2023Downtown Columbia march held May 20. Additional marches scheduled. By W. Thomas Smith Jr. G.A.N.G.S. in PEACE held their first of several 2023 marches against violence in central South Carolina,…
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Highway 61 Revisited
May 25, 2023
By Tom Poland From 22,000 miles high, a satellite dropped an uncanny merging of highway and music into my path. XM Radio played the comedic ACME siren whistle that…
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River Bluff High School celebrates State Championship victory and outstanding individual achievement
May 25, 2023
River Bluff High School announced the incredible success of our baseball team in winning the highly coveted 5A State Championship. The victory, achieved in a thrilling game last night, showcases the…
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Entrepreneur Minute – David Prince, Truman + Teddy
May 25, 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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Non Profit Minute – Amanda DuPre, Allison Robinson, The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society
May 25, 2023
The Who’s on the Move, Non Profit Minute is an interview in support of the amazing impact that local non profits have on our communities. We would like to thank…
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Assistant Democratic Leader Clyburn delivers remarks on Republicans plan to repeal student loan debt relief
May 25, 2023Today, Assistant Democratic Leader delivered the following remarks on H.J. Res 45, a joint resolution of disapproval that would repeal President Joe Biden’s student loan debt relief plan and reverse…
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Two Richland One educators graduate from South Carolina Financial Literacy Master Teacher Program
May 24, 2023
Two Richland One educators have graduated from the South Carolina Financial Literacy Master Teacher Program. Dr. Charnice Starks-Ray, work-based learning consultant in Richland One’s Office of Career and Technical Education,…
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County Council Budget Workshop – Thursday, May 25
May 24, 2023
Laurens County Council will meet for a budget planning workshop on Thursday, May 25. The meeting will be held at the Voter Registration/Veterans Affairs Office located at 105 Bolt Drive…
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Rick Erwin’s Greer opens Friday!
May 24, 2023
Rick Erwin’s Greer will open its doors on Friday, May 26. Located at 104 E. Poinsett Street, the dining group’s newest addition will be a classic steakhouse concept, similar to…
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Newberry College to launch major in special education
May 24, 2023
Newberry College has announced the launch of special education as its 39th undergraduate major. The program will lead to teacher licensure in multi-categorical special education, including behavioral, emotional, intellectual and…
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USC – IBM spur innovative approach to manufacturing
May 24, 2023
Last week, IBM conducted a virtual tour of the USC IBM Maximo IoT Experience and Digital Transformation Lab. The event showcased the lab’s various capabilities, and the benefits industry organizations…
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Wallace Lightsey ranked as the number one attorney in South Carolina for the second year in a row by Super Lawyers
May 24, 2023
Super Lawyers, a publication recognizing outstanding lawyers, has ranked Wallace Lightsey as the number one attorney in South Carolina for the second year in a row. Lightsey is recognized in…
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Bon Secours makes Human Resources leadership announcement
May 24, 2023
Bon Secours St. Francis announced that Yolanda Johnson has been named Chief Market Human Resources Strategic Partner for its facilities in Greenville. In this new role, which she assumed earlier…
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Networking Opportunity at Business After Hours on May 25
May 24, 2023
The Laurens County Chamber of Commerce invites you to the next edition of Business After Hours on Thursday, May 25 at the Laurens County Museum. This event provides an excellent…
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Momentum Summer Camp – Thornwell’s Power-Packed Summer Day Camp
May 24, 2023
School is coming to a close, quickly. For many parents that means lining up some camp opportunities for their kids and Thornwell has a great opportunity in the Momentum Summer…
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Healthy Learners empowers Spanish-speaking communities with South Carolina’s first Youth Mental Health First Aid course
May 24, 2023
Healthy Learners, a faith-based nonprofit organization dedicated to eliminating health barriers to learning for striving students, achieved a significant milestone by delivering South Carolina’s inaugural Youth Mental Health First Aid…
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Verdin’s Too Featured at The Brew
May 24, 2023
The Laurens County Chamber of Commerce in partnership with Main Street Laurens hosted another edition of The Brew last week. This edition of The Brew was hosted by and featured…
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Laurens County 2023 Officer of Year Announced
May 24, 2023
Last week was Law Enforcement Appreciation week. This week, officers from Clinton and Laurens Police and deputies from the Sheriff’s office gathered with community supporters for the annual officer of…
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We are the Champions – Clinton Varsity Baseball Wins 2023 SCHSL AAA State Championship
May 24, 2023
We are the Champions! The Clinton Red Devils Varsity Baseball team claimed the title of “champions” Tuesday night in the second game of the state championship series against Hanahan High…
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CHS Students Earn EKG Certification
May 24, 2023
A group of Clinton High School students recently earned their EKG certification. Health Science students in Dawn Kuykendall’s class have been working hard all year in preparation of taking an…
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Colonial Life awards Original Six Foundation a grant to support afterschool programs in rural underserved areas of South Carolina
May 24, 2023
Colonial Life awarded the Original Six (O6) Foundation a $15,000 Equitable Pathways Grant to help expand its O6 Afterschool program which currently serves third through eighth grade students in rural…
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CityRange Steakhouse Grill celebrates 25 years
May 24, 2023
CityRange Steakhouse Grill, a locally owned polished casual concept with two restaurants located in Greenville and Spartanburg, S.C., will celebrate 25 years since opening its doors with chef specials in…
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Charles Towne Holdings rebrands as CTH Advisors: Senior Investment Bankers & CEO Whisperers
May 24, 2023
In a strategic move aimed at redefining its identity and strengthening its market positioning, Charles Towne Holdings has recently announced a comprehensive rebranding initiative. The company will now operate under…
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Automotive Service Assistance announces launch of website
May 24, 2023
Automotive Service Assistance announces the launch of its dynamic new website, autoserviceassist.org. Committed to providing crucial automotive repair and maintenance support to individuals and families in need, this trailblazing nonprofit…
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Farmers Market in Gary Court May Through September
May 24, 2023
Need something to do in the Gray Court-Owings area? The Owings farmers market is open every Saturday, May through September, from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. Now in its third…
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Town of Chapin and the American Legion Post 193 host Memorial Day ceremony
May 23, 2023
Town of Chapin Mayor Al Koon announced that the Town of Chapin along with American Legion Post 193 will jointly host a Memorial Day ceremony on Monday, May 29, at…
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Colliers brokers the sale of historic Maxcy Gregg building in downtown Columbia
May 23, 2023
Colliers | South Carolina’s Mary Winter Teaster represented Wes Graves in the sale of a ±5,095-square-foot historic home-turned-office located at 1518 Richland Street to Todd Avant/Avant Holdings, LLC. This “crown…
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Virtual Spanish teacher named 2023 Teacher of the Year
May 23, 2023
CASC Teacher Honored by Erskine College Charter Institute Cyber Academy of South Carolina (CASC) announced that Sharmaine Roaden, electives department chair and high school Spanish teacher, was named Teacher of…
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Milliken & Company ranks among Best Employers for New Graduates
May 23, 2023
For the first time, Milliken & Company makes Forbes Best Employers for New Graduates list. This honor, drawing from the input of more than 28,000 young professionals, highlights organizations based…
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ZF Ready for Production of Commercial Vehicle PowerLine Transmission in the U.S.
May 23, 2023
ZF announced today the PowerLine 8-speed automatic transmission production line has been installed and testing is underway. The new production line is part of the $200 million investment in the…
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Marci Williams joins First Reliance Bank
May 23, 2023
Marci Williams has joined First Reliance Bank as Vice President Account Executive / Residential Lending Specialist and will work out of the Charleston, SC, Mount Pleasant branch. She will assist…
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Attorney General Alan Wilson sues Avid Telecom over illegal robocalls
May 23, 2023Attorney General Alan Wilson today sued a telecommunications company and its owner and vice president for allegedly being responsible for billions of illegal robocalls. Attorney General Wilson sued Michael D.…
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Lander’s Chief of Police Receives Mary Frances Poole Alston Award
May 23, 2023
Lander University has selected Greg Allen, an employee who “exemplifies integrity,” as the 2023 recipient of the prestigious Mary Frances Poole Alston Award. Allen, chief of Lander’s Police Department, was…
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South Carolina Department of Probation, Parole and Pardon Services Announces First Certified Ground Defense Instructor
May 23, 2023
The South Carolina Department of Probation, Parole and Pardon Services (SCDPPPS) recognizes Cherokee County Agent-In-Charge (AIC) Dinah Foster as the agency’s first Certified Ground Defense Instructor. AIC Foster attended an…
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LPD Chief Grounsell Graduates from FBI National Command Course
May 23, 2023
Laurens Police Chief Keith Grounsell graduated from the FBI National Command Course in Quantico, Virginia at the FBI Academy last week. The course is an invitation only and 52 Police…
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Trivia Night at Stogies in Clinton on Wednesday
May 23, 2023
Feeling smart or just full of random facts? Stogies on Musgrove in Clinton will host another Trivia Night on Wednesday May 24 from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm. The winning…
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599 cyclists tackle the 46th annual Assaults on Mt. Mitchell & Marion
May 23, 2023
The 46th annual Assaults on Mt. Mitchell & Marion on Monday, May 22 saw the ascent of approximately 515 cyclists on Mt. Michell and 84 on Marion. The cyclists began…
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Community Development will begin accepting applications for the SHINE program
May 23, 2023The City of Columbia’s Community Development Department will begin accepting applications for a new housing rehabilitation program, SHINE (Single Family Housing Improvement for Neighborhood Enhancement). This program includes projects ranging from weatherization up to…
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