Laurens City Administrator Announces Retirement Effective December 31, 2021
September 2, 2021
Laurens City Administrator Gary Coleman has announced his intentions to retire from his position with the City of Laurens effective December 31, 2021. Gary has served as the Laurens’ City…
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Brookgreen Gardens awarded grant to improve member services
September 2, 2021
Brookgreen Gardens has been awarded an $8,000 grant from South Carolina Humanities that will fund a new digital membership process. The South Carolina Humanities Growth Grant is provided by the…
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Rebuild Upstate hires new office coordinator
September 2, 2021
Rebuild Upstate has brought on Andy Sherwood to be its new office coordinator. Sherwood graduated from Cornerstone University in 2014 with a degree in social work. Sherwood then earned his…
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Coldwell Banker Caine names new Vice President of Sales, Broker
September 2, 2021
Laura McDonald, an experienced luxury real estate agent and successful litigator for 15 years, has joined Coldwell Banker Caine as Vice President of Sales, Broker for the Greenville office, giving the…
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Charleston Metro Chamber recognizes 10 members on the Inc. 5000 List
September 2, 2021
The Charleston Metro Chamber is proud to recognize ten Chamber members who have been recognized by Inc. magazine as part of their annual Inc. 5000 list, the most prestigious ranking of the nation’s fastest growing private…
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College of Charleston Simons Center set for multimillion-dollar renovation
September 2, 2021The Albert Simons Center for the Arts, located on St. Philip Street in the heart of the College of Charleston campus, will be closed for the next two years…
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Six CCSD schools will be learning virtually for two weeks
September 2, 2021
Three Charleston County School District (CCSD) schools are temporarily shifting to all-virtual learning on Thursday, September 2, 2021, due to a rising number of reported positive COVID-19 cases. Ashley River…
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John Gettys named Lawyer of the Year by South Carolina Lawyers Weekly
September 2, 2021
John Gettys has been chosen as Lawyer of the Year for 2021 by South Carolina Lawyers Weekly. Gettys received the recognition at the annual S.C. Lawyers Weekly Leadership in Law…
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Duke Energy helps build South Carolina workforce with nearly $200,000 in grants with focus on veterans, underserved communities
September 2, 2021
The Duke Energy Foundation has awarded nearly $200,000 in grants to 10 South Carolina organizations focused on building and enhancing strategic engineering initiatives that will help grow the energy industry’s…
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Midlands executive to lead NSF-funded Engineering Research Visioning Alliance
September 2, 2021
The Engineering Research Visioning Alliance (ERVA) has named a veteran of STEM research and innovation to lead the organization as its inaugural full-time executive director. Jennifer Carinci, Ed.D., PMP, will…
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SYNNEX and Tech Data complete merger to become TD SYNNEX, a leading global distributor and solutions aggregator for the IT ecosystem
September 2, 2021
SYNNEX Corporation (NYSE: SNX) and Tech Data Corporation announced the successful completion of their merger. The combined company is now TD SYNNEX, led by Rich Hume as CEO. Dennis Polk,…
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Mira International Foods, Inc. establishing operations in Beaufort County
September 2, 2021
More than $2 million investment will create 28 new jobs Mira International Foods, Inc. (Mira), a food crafting and distributing company, today announced plans to establish operations in Beaufort County. The…
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First Reliance Bank hires Human Resources Manager
September 2, 2021
First Reliance Bank has hired Seth DuRoss, a tenured human resources professional, to assist the rapidly expanding community bank. DuRoss will help with recruiting and retaining premier talent for the…
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Kelley Shakes Up Football
September 1, 2021
Kevin Kelley doesn’t believe in punting. Don’t believe it? Try to find one on the Presbyterian College football roster. The new Blue Hose head coach is taking PC — and…
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Three Schools in LCSD 55 Move to Virtual Learning
September 1, 2021
Laurens County School District 55 (LCSD 55) announced Wednesday evening that three of the district’s schools will transition to virtual learning beginning Friday, September 3, 2021, and continuing through Thursday,…
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Hello Weekend – And a Long One at That!
September 1, 2021
The Labor Day weekend is almost here! What’s on your agenda for the long weekend? Here’s what we know about local events for the weekend: Thursday, September 2nd: Barbells, BBQ…
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Laurens County Chamber – Nominations for Quarterly Small Business Award Open
September 1, 2021
The Laurens County Chamber of Commerce invites you to nominate a Chamber Member Business that contributes to the economic health of the community through exceptional business practices and customer service,…
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Blue Hose Update Attendance Policy for Fall Sports Home Events
September 1, 2021
The Presbyterian College athletic department has released its spectator policy and guidelines pertaining to COVID-19 for fall sports home events. PC’s spectator policy for the Fall 2021 home athletic events…
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Clinton Economic Development Corporation Meeting – September 8th
September 1, 2021
The Clinton Economic Development Corporation will meet on Wednesday, September 8th at 8:00 am. at M.S. Bailey Municipal Center. Agenda as published is below.
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It’s Pumpkin Time Y’all!
September 1, 2021
It’s not quite Fall yet but it’s getting close and with Fall comes pumpkins. If you like pumpkins and everything that goes along with them, there’s a new local place…
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Grand Opening at Riverland Hills Baptist Church
September 1, 2021
LS3P congratulates Riverland Hills Baptist Church on their grand opening dedication ceremony that occurred on Sunday, August 29, 2021. As a returning client, Riverland Hills brought in LS3P to design…
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September is National Voter Registration Month
September 1, 2021
The South Carolina State Election Commission, along with county election officials across the country, are celebrating National Voter Registration Month this September. During the month, state and local election officials…
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Colliers Report: Service-focused shops succeed
September 1, 2021
Commercial Real Estate Research & Forecast Report Q2 2021 Greenville-Spartanburg Retail Market Highlights During the second quarter of 2021, most retail activity was concentrated in service-oriented establishments like day spas,…
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Trinity Power opens first office location in the Southeast at 555 John Ross Court in Pelzer, SC
September 1, 2021
Colliers’ Richard Barrett, MCR represented TBH Investments Inc. in leasing 9,600 square feet of flex space at 555 John Ross Court in Pelzer to Trinity Power Rentals, Inc. Trinity Power…
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The Best Lawyers in America recognizes 40 Womble Bond Dickinson Lawyers in South Carolina
September 1, 2021
Thirty-six attorneys in Womble Bond Dickinson’s Charleston, Columbia and Greenville offices have been named to the 28th Edition of The Best Lawyers in America®. This includes five attorneys receiving “Lawyer…
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Celebrate Charleston Restaurant Week at 5Church and Tempest
September 1, 2021
Charleston Restaurant Week is fast approaching and two restaurants from the 5th Street Group, 5Church Charleston and Tempest, are ready to celebrate with special menus running from September 9-19. •…
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Columbia Capital Rotary Club installs Little Free Library
September 1, 2021Columbia Capital Rotary Club installed a Little Free Library at W. A. Perry Middle School this month. This partnership is in conjunction with Richland School District One and the Rotary…
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Leaders gather to discuss events targeting disastrous flooding in S.C.
September 1, 2021By W. Thomas Smith Jr. An organizationally diverse gathering of state leaders led by S.C. Floodwater Commission Tom Mullikin held a solutions-seeking, event-planning, flood-mitigation session at the Palmetto Club in…
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SC Green Industry Association presents 18th Annual Fall Field Day
September 1, 2021
The SC Green Industry Association presents the 18th Annual Fall Field Day on Wednesday, September 22, 2021 at Modern Turf, 2895 Edens Road in Dalzell, SC. Click here to register…
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The ART of Real Estate welcomes Anya Morfit as Associate Agent
September 1, 2021
The ART of Real Estate is pleased to announce Anya Morfit has joined their Columbia Studio as an Associate Agent. Anya moved down South to attend the University of South…
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Lowcountry Food Bank’s Walk to Fight Hunger aims to raise funds to help food insecure Lowcountry neighbors
September 1, 2021
The Lowcountry Food Bank is holding a “hybrid” walk event that aims to bring awareness to hunger issues in coastal South Carolina and raise funds for Lowcountry Food Bank programs,…
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The ART of Real Estate welcomes Kristen Barber as Executive Coordinator
September 1, 2021
The ART of Real Estate is pleased to announce Kristen Barber has joined the team as their new Executive Coordinator. In this position, Kristen will work closely with the Chief…
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Greenville-based Graycliff Capital enters NC’s Triangle market with upscale multi-family development in Wake Forest
September 1, 2021Greenville (S.C.)-based Graycliff Capital Partners, LLC (Graycliff Capital), a leading developer/owner in the multi-family sector based in downtown Greenville, announces the development of Encore at Heritage Apartments – Luxury Apartment…
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Check out five unique & innovative resources with a Richland Library card
September 1, 2021Whether accessing materials, technology or educational opportunities, explore the full benefits of a Richland Library card. During Library Card Sign-Up Month, recognized nationally each September since 1987, we’re highlighting five…
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Douglas S. Schultz, Jr., MD joins Midlands Orthopaedics & Neurosurgery, PA
September 1, 2021
Midlands Orthopaedics & Neurosurgery, PA announced that Dr. Douglas S. Schultz, Jr. MD, joined the practice as of September 1, 2021. Dr. Schultz completed his Adult Reconstruction Fellowship at Allegheny…
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Nearly $300,000 in grant funding now available for projects aimed at reducing diesel engine emissions
September 1, 2021
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) announced that grant funding is available for the replacement or upgrade of older diesel engines in an effort to help…
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Donations break record in annual COPS 4 FOSTER KIDS Bowling event
September 1, 2021By W. Thomas Smith Jr. The 17th annual COPS 4 FOSTER KIDS bowling tournament – aimed at improving the lives of foster children in Richland County – netted more than…
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Main Street Clinton Brings Concert Truck to Town
September 1, 2021
A concert truck? Yes, there is such a thing. Close your eyes and imagine a 16-foot box truck converted into a fully functioning concert hall. Hard to imagine? Click here…
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LS3P welcomes Marvin Murillo
August 31, 2021
LS3P is pleased to welcome Marvin Murillo, who joins the firm’s Greenville office as a Human Resources Coordinator. In his new role, Murillo will be assisting the Human Resources team…
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New psychedelic therapy clinic opens in Charleston
August 31, 2021
The state of mental health in the Unites States appears in crisis. Rates of depression and anxiety have steadily increased over the last decade, only to be accelerated by the…
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G. Murrell Smith, Jr. and Jonathan M. Robinson of Smith Robinson Law Firm selected to 2022 edition of Best Lawyers in America®
August 31, 2021
Smith Robinson Holler DuBose and Morgan, LLC, announced that attorneys G. Murrell Smith, Jr. and Jonathan M. Robinson have been selected to the 2022 edition of Best Lawyers in America®.…
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The Saluda River Greenway Grand Opening
August 31, 2021On Monday, August 30, 2021, the Midlands celebrated the official opening of the Saluda River Greenway. Part of the Saluda Riverwalk, this three mile section of the trail was funded…
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Lowes Foods announces a newly remodeled store in Columbia
August 31, 2021
The store is located at Sandhill Village will have a Grand Opening on 9/2 at 5pm After extensive renovations, a former BI-LO location will complete its transition to a Lowes…
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Benefitfocus appoints Ana Perez, Chief Marketing Officer
August 31, 2021
Benefitfocus, Inc. (NASDAQ: BNFT), an industry-leading benefits technology platform that simplifies benefits administration for employers, health plans and brokers, announces the appointment of Ana Perez as Chief Marketing Officer (CMO). Perez is a key addition…
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OneSpartanburg, Inc. announces 2021-22 Executive Board
August 31, 2021
OneSpartanburg, Inc. announced its complete 2021-22 Executive Board, featuring a host of community and business leaders from across Spartanburg County. Spartanburg Medical Center President Phil Feisal was named Chair of…
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Immunotherapy developed at Hollings offered in national LUNG-MAP trial
August 31, 2021
By Caroline Wallace A bench-to-bedside-pioneered lung cancer immunotherapy developed at MUSC Hollings Cancer Center is to be included in one of the largest lung cancer clinical trials being offered by the National…
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Gift is an investment in financial experiential learning
August 31, 2021
The School of Business Investment Program at the College of Charleston began in 2013 with a cohort of 20 students managing a public asset portfolio of $50,000. Today, around 140 students have…
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West Ashley’s AJ Barnes named CCSD 2021 Teacher of the Year
August 31, 2021Adam “AJ” Barnes is Charleston County School District’s 2021 Teacher of the Year. Barnes teaches AP European History, US History, and coaches baseball at West Ashley High School (WAHS). This…
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Zoo to break ground on The Darnall W. & Susan F. Boyd Aquarium & Reptile Conservation Center
August 31, 2021Riverbanks Zoo and Garden and The Darnall W. and Susan F. Boyd Foundation will host a groundbreaking at the Zoo on Tuesday, Sept 14 to kick off an exciting new…
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Berkeley County, Santee Cooper to hold Mega Boat Landing groundbreaking
August 31, 2021
Berkeley County, in partnership with Santee Cooper, will hold a groundbreaking ceremony for the Mega Boat Landing project on Thursday, September 2, at 10 a.m. at 933 Broughton Road in Moncks Corner.…
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