Things That Just Do Not Work for Fire Ant Control
April 27, 2023
By Bryan Smith, Clemson Extension Service Sit around any table at a summer social gathering and the talk will eventually turn to fire ants. Everyone has their own idea about…
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MS Bailey Child Development Center Now Enrolling 4K Students for 2023-2024 School Year
April 27, 2023
MS Bailey is enrolling students for 4K for the 2023-2024 school year. Students must turn four before September 1, 2023, to qualify for enrollment. Please stop by the school, 625…
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LCSD 55 is Seeking Amazing Shake Initiative Volunteers
April 27, 2023
The Amazing Shake tournament was created at the Ron Clark Academy (RCA) by Ron Clark, and it is an activity that develops lifelong qualities, habits, and skills in students. Laurens…
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Carolina Land Company Sells 50+ Acre Tract in Fountain Inn
April 27, 2023
Carolina Land Company recently represented the Seller of 50+/- acres on Hudson Road in Fountain Inn. The Buyer purchased the property to build his estate home for his family. Scott…
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The City of Fountain Inn Awarded $9,999,075 from the Rural Infrastructure Authority
April 27, 2023
The Rural Infrastructure Authority has awarded the City of Fountain Inn a grant of $9,999,075 to address the aging clay pipes, brick manholes, and service laterals that were installed over…
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South Carolina Foundation for Educational Leadership hosts gala celebrating public education
April 27, 2023
The South Carolina Foundation for Educational Leadership, South Carolina Association of School Administrators’ (SCASA) non-profit arm, is hosting its sixth annual gala on Friday, April 28, 2023, to celebrate this…
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The Charleston Jazz Festival saw record-breaking attendance
April 27, 2023
The 2023 Charleston Jazz Festival was a resounding success, featuring an impressive lineup of talented artists including Samara Joy, Big Bad Voodoo Daddy, Dianne Reeves, Matt White & Friends, Oscar…
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Charleston Parks Conservancy launches effort to help manage flooding and reduce urban heat by increasing urban tree canopy
April 27, 2023Charleston Parks Conservancy has announced the relaunch of its Charleston Trees Program in honor of Arbor Day on April 28. Charleston Trees was formed in the 1990’s as a result of Mayor…
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FN America expanding South Carolina footprint into Pickens County
April 27, 2023
FN America, LLC (FN America) is the United States subsidiary of FN Herstal, S.A., a global firearms manufacturer, that announced plans to expand its South Carolina footprint with a new…
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Real Estate I: First Year Sales – Pre-license class starts soon
April 27, 2023
Western UpstateAcademy of Real Estate, in partnership with Tri-County Technical College’s Corporate & Community Education Division, will be offering Real Estate I: First Year Sales –Pre-license class from May 8th to May…
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PTC to Hold Spring Commencement Exercises May 4
April 27, 2023
Piedmont Technical College (PTC) will hold two spring commencement exercises on Thursday, May 4, 2023, in the James Medford Family Event Center on PTC’s Lex Walters Campus-Greenwood. An 11 a.m.…
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The Charleston Metro Chamber welcomes Chelsea Diedrich to their Talent Team
April 27, 2023
The Charleston Metro Chamber announced Chelsea Diedrich has joined the Chamber team as Talent Program Director. In this role, she will contribute to the planning and management of the Lowcountry…
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Anna Romano of Greenville Technical College receives $4,000 Calhoun Scholarship
April 27, 2023
Anna Romano, a Human Services major at Greenville Technical College (GTC), has been named a 2023 Christopher A. Calhoun Scholar and will receive a $4,000 scholarship from the Phi Theta…
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SC Manufacturing Champions honored with the 2023 Roger Milliken Defender of Manufacturing Award
April 27, 2023The South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance (SCMA) has awarded Max Metcalf, Manager of Government and Community Relations of BMW Manufacturing Co., LLC, and Ross Turner, South Carolina State Senator of District…
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Automatic faucets
April 27, 2023
By Jeff Becraft Have been on the road a lot this week and have hit quite a few rest areas and quite a few truck stops… and quite a…
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CAE celebrates SC Aviation Week and receives proclamation from Governor McMaster, new terminal projects announced
April 27, 2023
As part of a statewide celebration of South Carolina Aviation Week this week (April 23 – April 29, 2023), hosted by the South Carolina Aviation Association, the Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) welcomed Governor…
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Town of Chapin and the American Legion Post 193 to host Memorial Day ceremony
April 27, 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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Art Blossoms blooms again over Mother’s Day Weekend
April 27, 2023
Annual exhibition fundraiser takes over the Columbia Museum of Art The Columbia Museum of Art announces the return of Art Blossoms, a beautifully botanical exhibition experience and museum fundraiser on…
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Agent with waterfront sales experience joins William Means Real Estate
April 27, 2023
William Means Real Estate announced that its firm is growing with the addition of REALTOR®, Jenny Bernard. Bernard previously worked in sales for Kiawah River, a high-end waterfront community on Johns…
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Country music band Diamond Rio to headline free concert in downtown Spartanburg
April 27, 2023
Special event to be held in conjunction with the annual BMW Charity Pro-Am presented by TD SYNNEX and presented by The Johnson Group South Carolina Charities, Inc. (SCCI), the non-profit…
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Brandon’s media team adds new talent
April 27, 2023
Brandon, a data-driven, digitally-centric, integrated marketing agency, has added Martin Montoya and Abbie Lutz to its media planning team. The new hires are joining an agency regularly recognized as a…
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Regional Hospice & Palliative Care Provider Announces New Name
April 27, 2023
Hospice of Laurens County Will Continue Serving the Community as VIA Health Partners Hospice & Palliative Care Charlotte Region (HPCCR), and Hospice of Laurens County, announce their official name change…
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Blue Ridge Electric Cooperative donates to Greenville Tech Foundation in honor of Kenneth Southerlin
April 27, 2023Blue Ridge Electric Cooperative has donated $50,000 to the Greenville Tech Foundation to name a classroom at the Prisma Health Center for Health & Life Sciences on Greenville Technical College’s…
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SCMA announces Board of Directors
April 27, 2023
Tommy Preston, Jr. to Lead South Carolina’s Premier Association for Manufacturing The South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance (SCMA) has elected Tommy Preston, Jr., Global Vice President of Ethics of The Boeing…
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First two students enter “Expressway to Tiger Town”
April 27, 2023
Two Mauldin High School graduating seniors – Caroline Wilson and Hunter Wilson — have become the first students to enter the “Expressway to Tiger Town” and were recognized during a…
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Clinton High School MAGE Club Holds Fundraiser for Laurens County Cancer Association
April 27, 2023
Clinton High School MAGE Club (Manga Anime Gaming Enthusiast Club) held a fundraiser in support of the Laurens County Cancer Association. “These students really set an example of what “hope…
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Rootimentary Launches Wine Club
April 27, 2023
Rootimentary opened late last year bringing a new vibe of upscale casual and fine dining combined with friendly staff and delicious food. Since their launch, they have added a lunch…
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LushAcres Second Annual Spring Festival Draws Large Crowd
April 27, 2023
With the rainy Spring we are having it was anyone’s guess how the day would be but the weather was perfect and the people came out for the 2nd Annual…
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City of West Columbia awarded $10 million grant for water infrastructure upgrades
April 26, 2023
The City of West Columbia received a grant for $10 million from the South Carolina Rural Infrastructure Investment Program with the assistance of Senator Nikki Setzler and Representative Micah Caskey.…
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Star of HBO’s “Generation Kill” named IRONMAN
April 26, 2023
Marine Recon leader receives award earned only by a few good men By Alex Junes-Ward Rudy Reyes, star of FOX’s new hit television series SPECIAL FORCES: World’s Toughest Training, Britain’s…
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Probo Medical acquires Charelston-based Ultra Select Medical
April 26, 2023
Probo Medical (“Probo”), a leading global provider of medical imaging equipment, parts, repair and service, announced the acquisition of Ultra Select Medical, LLC . Terms of the transaction were not…
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Renee Atkinson of Aynor High School named 2024 South Carolina Teacher of the Year
April 26, 2023State Superintendent of Education Ellen Weaver announced at the annual South Carolina Teacher of the Year event that Renee Atkinson, an English teacher at Aynor High School from Horry County…
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Lake Carolina Elementary School Upper getting a new principal in July
April 26, 2023
This summer a familiar face will become principal at Lake Carolina Elementary School Upper Campus. At the recommendation of Richland School District Two interim superintendent Mrs. Nancy Gregory, the Richland…
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LRADAC names Wendy Hughes as the new President and Chief Executive Officer
April 26, 2023
LRADAC, the designated alcohol and drug abuse authority for Lexington and Richland Counties, has named Wendy Hughes as its new President and Chief Executive Officer. As the agency’s current Chief…
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Keene Development Group, Wilson Associates launch first-of-its kind ultra luxurious urban townhouse development, The McDaniel
April 26, 2023
Real estate development and investment company Keene Development Group and Wilson Associates, one of Greenville’s largest independent real estate firms, will soon launch The McDaniel, a truly high-end downtown townhome…
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Pyramid Contracting names new Vice President, Director of Preconstruction
April 26, 2023
Pyramid Contracting welcomed William (Bill) Atkins as Vice President and Director of Preconstruction. Bill has over 25 years of professional experience in preconstruction and construction, working in several states across…
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The Joy Of Scholarships
April 26, 2023
By Tom Poland After high school I hoped to land a scholarship to play football. I played first unit on the junior varsity team and started three years on the…
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Wilson Associates’ Mary Allison Zimmerman named to 40 Under 40 list
April 26, 2023
Wilson Associates, one of Greenville’s largest independent real estate firms, is pleased to announce that one of its top realtors, Mary Allison Zimmerman, has been named to GSA Business Report’s…
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Lake Carolina Elementary School Upper getting a new principal in July
April 26, 2023
This summer a familiar face will become principal at Lake Carolina Elementary School Upper Campus. At the recommendation of Richland School District Two interim superintendent Mrs. Nancy Gregory, the Richland…
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Hood Construction announces new additions to Pre-Construction team
April 26, 2023
Hood Construction announced two new additions to its Pre-Construction team: Dwight Williams and Doug Long. Lead by Hood veteran of 26 years John Wallace – who has since been named…
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City of Columbia Solid Waste Division to offer expedited collection services during the months of May, June and July
April 26, 2023The City of Columbia Solid Waste Division is offering expedited collection services for move out piles during the months of May, June and July. Residents can call the Solid…
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Carolina Bronze Handbell Concert Open to the Public – April 27
April 26, 2023
Music takes you to a wonderful world of imagination and invokes many emotions. This concert will take the listener to places of fondest dreams. Carolina Bronze Handbell ringers will present…
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Cooper Motor Expands with Acquisition of Rizer Chevrolet GMC in Walterboro SC
April 26, 2023
Chip Cooper of Cooper Motor Company in Clinton, South Carolina, announced today the acquisition of Rizer Chevrolet GMC in Walterboro, South Carolina. Cooper Motor Company was founded in 1938 by…
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It’s Fire Ant Season!
April 26, 2023
By Bryan Smith, Clemson Extension Service You have been battling the Red Imported Fire Ant unsuccessfully for a number of years now. Every time you knock out one mound it seems…
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Lander College of Education to Host Transfer Webinar for SC Technical College Students
April 26, 2023
Lander University’s College of Education is hosting a live, interactive webinar for South Carolina’s technical college students who are interested in transferring to Lander to complete a bachelor’s degree in…
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Converse University installs Boone J. Hopkins, Ph.D. as twelfth president
April 26, 2023On Friday, April 21, 2023, Converse University celebrated the investiture of its twelfth president, Boone J. Hopkins, on campus in Zimmerli Performance Center’s Twichell Auditorium. The inauguration ceremony, held on…
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PC Students to Host Sounds of Summer Community Music Festival April 28
April 26, 2023
The Sounds of Summer Community Music Festival on April 28th, 2023 will be a form of expression to address social issues and to build community to make both PC and…
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Helicopter Unveiling Event Shows Off Newest Air Medical Asset in Laurens County
April 26, 2023
LifeNet and Prisma Health hold unveiling event to highlight expanded air medical service in Upstate South Carolina A life-saving helicopter is flying over Laurens County thanks to a new air…
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SCPRSA highlights public relations work and esteemed professionals at 2023 Mercury Awards Ceremony and Professional Development Conference
April 26, 2023
Professional state chapter celebrates public relations campaigns, tactics and practitioners in South Carolina The South Carolina chapter of the Public Relations Society of America (SCPRSA), the state’s largest professional association…
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Trinity Partners facilitates sale of prime HWY 378 site in Lexington, SC
April 26, 2023
April 26, 2023, Bruce Harper, SIOR, Managing Partner and Robbie Cook, Brokerage Associate of Trinity Partners, represented a South Carolina based automotive owner/operator in its purchase of a prime parcel…
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