Upstate Transportation Coalition launches new website, releases Business Case for Transit
August 30, 2017
The Upstate Transportation Coalition has launched a new website at utcsc.org and has released its first study, “Business Case for Transit: Greenville County,” in cooperation with Greenville Health System, SC…
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Miracle on the Hudson survivor to speak at The Woodlands at Furman
August 30, 2017
Dave Sanderson wasn’t supposed to be on U.S. Airways Flight 1549. But as the last passenger off the plane that made a miracle landing in the Hudson River, Sanderson was…
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Dig Greenville work starting soon
August 30, 2017
Physical work on the $46 million Dig Greenville project will start within the next few weeks, but the actual boring of the new tunnel system under downtown likely won’t start…
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Greenville City Fire Department receives Class 1 rating from ISO
August 29, 2017
A representative from ISO officially announced the City of Greenville’s receipt of a Public Protection Classification of 1 at tonight’s formal meeting of City Council. The ISO evaluates municipal fire protection efforts in…
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SCTAC Airport undergoes 5.1 M upgrade
August 29, 2017
Thanks to $5.1 million in federal grant funding, the S.C. Technology and Aviation Center (SCTAC) in Greenville, S.C. will repave the main taxiway at Donaldson Field airport to support larger aircraft. The…
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Yet Another I-9 Version
August 29, 2017
By John Hill and Rebecca Sigmund Ogletree Deakins For the second time in just over six months, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (CIS) has released yet another version…
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Yet Another I-9 Version
August 29, 2017
By John Hill and Rebecca Sigmund Ogletree Deakins For the second time in just over six months, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (CIS) has released yet another version…
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Watts to serve as Instructor of Teacher Education at BJU
August 29, 2017
Paula Watts will serve as Instructor in the Division of Teacher Education in the School of Education at Bob Jones University this fall. Watts previously served as a transition advisor…
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OOBE, Inc. co-founders Tom Merritt and Mike Pereyo to present at Endeavor’s September Collaborators & Cocktails Educational Speaker Series
August 29, 2017Creative, Dynamic Entrepreneurs to Share Collaboration Story that Drove Brand Success Endeavor, a membership-based coworking community for independent agencies and freelancers in the creative services fields as well as corporate…
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McKinney to serve as Assistant Professor of Biology at BJU
August 29, 2017
Dr. David McKinney will join the Bob Jones University faculty in the College of Arts and Science this fall as Assistant Professor in the Department of Biology of the Natural…
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OTO Development makes Inc. 5000 list – for the 6th time
August 29, 2017
OTO Development has earned a spot on the 2017 Inc. 5000 list of the fastest-growing private companies in America. This is the sixth time that OTO, a Johnson Management company,…
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Jackson hires Taveras Chandler as warehouse assistant manager
August 29, 2017
Jackson Marketing, Motorsports & Events, South Carolina’s second- largest integrated marketing communication and events agency, has hired Taveras Chandler as warehouse assistant manager. Before joining Jackson, Chandler was warehouse manager…
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Liz McCary named Vice President of Marketing for Colliers International | South Carolina
August 29, 2017
Liz McCary has been named Vice President, Marketing for Colliers International | South Carolina. McCary has been with the firm for five years. She is responsible for developing and implementing…
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Liz McCary named Vice President of Marketing for Colliers International | South Carolina
August 29, 2017
Liz McCary has been named Vice President, Marketing for Colliers International | South Carolina. McCary has been with the firm for five years. She is responsible for developing and implementing…
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Florence County, S.C., Judicial Center scheduled to open early 2018, featuring historic courthouse square
August 29, 2017
Stevens & Wilkinson reveals specifics of architecture, engineering and interior design planning and development Florence County, S.C., residents can expect as new judicial center project progresses toward completion. Stevens &…
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Florence County, S.C., Judicial Center scheduled to open early 2018, featuring historic courthouse square
August 29, 2017
Stevens & Wilkinson reveals specifics of architecture, engineering and interior design planning and development Florence County, S.C., residents can expect as new judicial center project progresses toward completion. Stevens &…
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SCBIO Conference draws SC Governor, Global Life Sciences CEOs to Charleston Oct. 24-26
August 29, 2017
Conference registration open for Oct. 24-26 event in Charleston; hundreds of industry expected to attend for strategic partnership development, latest industry insights Hundreds of industry executives, leaders in government and…
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OOBE, Inc. co-founders Tom Merritt and Mike Pereyo to present at Endeavor’s September Collaborators & Cocktails Educational Speaker Series
August 29, 2017Creative, Dynamic Entrepreneurs to Share Collaboration Story that Drove Brand Success Endeavor, a membership-based coworking community for independent agencies and freelancers in the creative services fields as well as corporate…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: marketing-and-communications, on-the-move
Watts to serve as Instructor of Teacher Education at BJU
August 29, 2017
Paula Watts will serve as Instructor in the Division of Teacher Education in the School of Education at Bob Jones University this fall. Watts previously served as a transition advisor…
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McKinney to serve as Assistant Professor of Biology at BJU
August 29, 2017
Dr. David McKinney will join the Bob Jones University faculty in the College of Arts and Science this fall as Assistant Professor in the Department of Biology of the Natural…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: education, on-the-move
Jackson hires Taveras Chandler as warehouse assistant manager
August 29, 2017
Jackson Marketing, Motorsports & Events, South Carolina’s second- largest integrated marketing communication and events agency, has hired Taveras Chandler as warehouse assistant manager. Before joining Jackson, Chandler was warehouse manager…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: marketing-and-communications, on-the-move
OTO Development makes Inc. 5000 list – for the 6th time
August 29, 2017
OTO Development has earned a spot on the 2017 Inc. 5000 list of the fastest-growing private companies in America. This is the sixth time that OTO, a Johnson Management company,…
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Home Builders Association of Greenville hires Director for Southern Home & Garden Show
August 28, 2017
The Home Builders Association of Greenville (“HBA of Greenville”) welcomes Erica Davidson as its new director of the organization’s signature bi-annual event, the Southern Home & Garden Show. Davidson will…
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Bob Jones University kicks off 91st year
August 28, 2017
Bob Jones University kicks off its 91st academic year Monday, Aug. 28, during the annual opening exercises beginning at 7 p.m. in the Founder’s Memorial Amphitorium. “We are looking forward to a…
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Spinx Recognized as “Top 100” Convenience Store in U.S.
August 28, 2017The Spinx Company, an operator of nearly 80 convenience retail stores throughout South Carolina, received national recognition as one of the largest U.S. convenience stores in the July issue of Convenience…
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Engenius’ Manley chosen as judge for 2017 WebAwards
August 28, 2017
GREENVILLE, SC – Chris Manley, CEO and co-founder of Upstate digital marketing and web design firm, Engenius, was chosen as a judge for the 2017 WebAwards. The WebAwards, produced by…
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Kathy McKinney re-elected to the Federal Home Loan Banks Office of Finance Board of Directors
August 28, 2017Kathy McKinney, a shareholder with Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, has been re-elected to the Federal Home Loan Banks Office of Finance board of directors for a five year term. Located in…
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S.C. Department of Commerce creates Council for Innovation Initiatives
August 28, 2017
The S.C. Department of Commerce announced the creation of the Council for Innovation Initiatives. Tasked with helping the state advance the South Carolina Innovation Plan, which was published in January…
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S.C. Department of Commerce creates Council for Innovation Initiatives
August 28, 2017
The S.C. Department of Commerce announced the creation of the Council for Innovation Initiatives. Tasked with helping the state advance the South Carolina Innovation Plan, which was published in January…
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Flex project sells in Greenville as investment
August 28, 2017
Cushman & Wakefield | Thalhimer announced the sale of a 46,565 square foot flex project located on 3.5 acres of land located at 297 Garlington Road in Greenville, South Carolina.…
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Bell Carrington Price & Gregg attorney participating in Leadership Columbia 2018
August 28, 2017
Bell Carrington Price & Gregg, LLC (BCPG) announced that Chad Dial was selected to participate in Leadership Columbia 2018. “I’m excited to have this opportunity to learn more about Columbia…
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SCDOT prepares for tropical weather in the northeast coastal counties
August 28, 2017
The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) is making preparations for wind and rain from a tropical system that is expected to pass through the northeast corner of the state…
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SCDOT prepares for tropical weather in the northeast coastal counties
August 28, 2017
The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) is making preparations for wind and rain from a tropical system that is expected to pass through the northeast corner of the state…
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Bell Carrington Price & Gregg attorney participating in Leadership Columbia 2018
August 28, 2017
Bell Carrington Price & Gregg, LLC (BCPG) announced that Chad Dial was selected to participate in Leadership Columbia 2018. “I’m excited to have this opportunity to learn more about Columbia…
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Duke Energy Carolinas proposes rate change for building a smarter energy future
August 27, 2017
Duke Energy Carolinas’ recent work to modernize power plants and generate cleaner electricity, responsibly manage coal ash and improve reliability while enabling more options for customers is at the heart of…
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Greenville Tech to host celebrity stylists for cosmetology continuing education class Nov. 6
August 27, 2017Greenville Technical College will host three industry celebrity stylists for its one-day cosmetology continuing education class, “Icons and Legends,” Monday, Nov. 6 at the Northwest Campus. Myron Daniels,…
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Flourish adds two team members
August 27, 2017
GREENVILLE, SC – Flourish – Greenville’s award-winning boutique integrated marketing firm – announces the expansion of its client service team with the hiring of Ashley Bates and Amanda Doran. Ashley…
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ScanSource announces appointment of Gerry Lyons as Chief Financial Officer
August 27, 2017
GREENVILLE, SC – ScanSource, Inc. (NASDAQ: SCSC), a leading global provider of technology products and solutions, is announced the appointment of Gerald (Gerry) Lyons as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial…
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Greenville Transit Authority unveils system study results
August 27, 2017
Greenlink could see the first significant improvements to its routes and stops in decades if recommendations from its recently-completed Comprehensive Operational Analysis (COA) are implemented. The Greenville Transit Authority (GTA)…
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GSP Airport District names its new Senior Vice President-Administration & Finance/CFO
August 27, 2017
GREER, SC – The Greenville-Spartanburg Airport District is excited to announce its new Senior Vice President-Administration & Finance/CFO, Basil Dosunmu. Dosunmu comes to the Airport District with 24 years…
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Wells Fargo dedicates latest Habitat Home
August 27, 2017
Habitat for Humanity of Greenville County and corporate partner Wells Fargo dedicated the latest home Thursday to be built in Habitat’s Grace Point community, the final step in a Habitat…
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Alumni couple establishes new statewide teacher mentor award
August 27, 2017
ROCK HILL, SC – As South Carolina struggles with teacher retention rates, effective mentoring for current and future educators has become increasingly important. Jessie Williams Little ’73 and her husband,…
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Alumni couple establishes new statewide teacher mentor award
August 27, 2017
ROCK HILL, SC – As South Carolina struggles with teacher retention rates, effective mentoring for current and future educators has become increasingly important. Jessie Williams Little ’73 and her husband,…
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S.C. Chamber elects 2017-2018 Executive Committee, Board of Directors
August 27, 2017
The South Carolina Chamber of Commerce announced its newly elected Executive Committee and Board of Directors for 2017-2018. Leadership terms for the Chamber’s Executive Committee and Board of Directors begin…
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S.C. Chamber elects 2017-2018 Executive Committee, Board of Directors
August 27, 2017
The South Carolina Chamber of Commerce announced its newly elected Executive Committee and Board of Directors for 2017-2018. Leadership terms for the Chamber’s Executive Committee and Board of Directors begin…
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Bannister, Wyatt & Stalvey attorneys recognized among the Best Lawyers in America®
August 25, 2017
John F. Wyatt, Partner, Named Best Lawyer of the Year and honored for 20th time Oscar W. Bannister, Partner, receives honor for 25th time James W. Bannister, Managing Partner, receives…
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Locally Epic taking part in SC Football Hall Kickoff
August 25, 2017
Football legends are coming to downtown Greenville, and Locally Epic is going to be there. The South Carolina Football Hall of Fame is hosting its College Football Kick-off Event presented…
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Casarow to serve as Associate Professor of Business Management at BJU
August 25, 2017
Dr. Stephen D. Casarow will join the Bob Jones University faculty this fall as an Associate Professor in the Division of Business Management in the School of Business. Casarow previously…
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Rosen Hagood attorneys named to 2018 Best Lawyers® list
August 25, 2017The Best Lawyers in America, the oldest and most respected peer review publication in the legal profession, has named six Rosen Hagood attorneys to its 2018 list, including one attorney…
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Gov. Henry McMaster orders that state agencies cease payments to medical practices affiliated with abortion clinics
August 25, 2017
By executive order, Governor McMaster has directed state agencies to cease providing state or local funds, whether via grant, contract, state-administered federal funds, or any other form, to any physician…
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