Rainwater named Chief Accounting Officer
April 13, 2023
First Reliance Bank announces that Keith Rainwater has been named Chief Accounting Officer. Rainwater, a Certified Public Accountant, brings more than 25 years of banking experience and an extensive accounting…
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Blayne Byars joins the Midtown office of C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS
April 13, 2023
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announced that Blayne Byars has joined the company’s Midtown office as a sales associate. With a deep love and understanding of the area,…
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Blink Book Review: “Women Holding Things” by Maira Kalman
April 13, 2023
By Reba Hull Campbell Sometimes you can judge a book by its cover. That’s one of the many reasons I walked out of Square Books in Oxford, MS, recently…
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Complete PR’s Spangler named to 40 under 40 list
April 13, 2023
Anna Spangler, Creative Director for Complete PR, has been named to GSA Business Report’s 2023 40 Under 40 List. An Anderson native, Spangler graduated from Clemson University in 2018 and…
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Receiving and trusting
April 13, 2023
By Jeff Becraft Last August, I was with a children’s home heading back on I-40 East. We were coming from Arkansas where we had had a great week at…
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Hello Weekend – Round Up of Local Events
April 12, 2023
After the cold and rainy Easter weekend everyone must be looking forward to a dry weekend. The forecast looks great for Saturday and there is a long list of things…
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Straight Street of Laurens to Hold Sign Dedication
April 12, 2023
Straight Street of Laurens recently reopened its doors under the leadership of Van Tumblin as Executive Director. This weekend they will their new digital sign in memory of King and…
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Harbison Theatre hosts children’s favorite Pinkalicious – April 22
April 12, 2023
Harbison Theatre invites families and fans of all ages to join Columbia Children’s Theatre for two performances of Pinkalicious on Saturday, April 22. Based on the popular book character by…
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Spartanburg Science Center launches Inaugural Spartanburg STEM Educator of the Year Awards
April 12, 2023
April 12 is South Carolina STEM Education Day and the Spartanburg Science Center is thrilled to announce the inaugural Spartanburg County STEM Educator of the Year Awards celebrating the creativity,…
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Truliant opens new branch office in Easley, S.C.
April 12, 2023
Truliant Federal Credit Union announced today the opening of its new Easley, South Carolina location. The branch is located at 5660 Calhoun Memorial Highway. The branch, Truliant’s third in Upstate…
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Carolina Land Company Sells Laurens Recreational Tract
April 12, 2023
Carolina Land Company recently represented the Seller of 40 acres on Elmore Road in Laurens, SC in the sale of his family property. The buyer, a Greenville County resident, purchased…
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Lander College of Business to Host Transfer Webinar for SC Technical College Students
April 12, 2023
Lander University’s College of Business 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 or master’s…
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LCSD 55 Volunteer Appreciation Week – April 17-21
April 12, 2023
Laurens County School District 55 (LCSD 55) would like to thank and acknowledge our incredible volunteers who give so much of their time to our district. Thank you for your…
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City of Clinton to Hold Career Paths Field Study Day – Investing in the Future of Clinton
April 12, 2023
The City of Clinton and Piedmont Tech will host a Career Paths Field Study Day for 2023 graduating from Laurens District 56 & 55, Piedmont Tech, and Presbyterian College on…
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United Community Bank reveals upcoming construction plans for Laurens branch
April 12, 2023
As part of its commitment to investing in the Laurens community, United Community Bank is excited to announce the next step to improve its downtown Laurens branch. Construction will begin…
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BJU Division of Music receives $1 million gift to create endowment
April 12, 2023
The Bob Jones University Division of Music announced a $1 million gift to begin and fund the Robert O. Jones and Mary B. Jones Scholarship Fund. This endowed fund will…
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At the Relic Room: Learn about Loyalists during the Revolution in South Carolina
April 12, 2023
The American Revolution is among historian Anthony Scotti’s areas of study. “I’m also a re-enactor,” he says. That’s not a surprise, but this might be: “I’m a Loyalist.” At one…
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Blackbaud is title sponsor for the third annual Military Salute Regatta
April 12, 2023
Active Military and Veterans have a Chance to Sail in Charleston Harbor Free and with No Sailing Experience Required The Charleston Ocean Racing Association (CORA), in partnership with presenting sponsor…
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Laurens County First Steps Reschedules Child Abuse Prevention Event – Partners with Main Street Laurens
April 11, 2023
Laurens County First Steps (LCFS) has announced that the Child Abuse Prevention – Celebrating Safe Children event scheduled for Friday, April 14th has been postponed due to the threat of…
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Life Line Screening at Westminster Presbyterian Church on April 17
April 11, 2023
Life Line Screening assesses nearly 1 million people each year for risks of stroke and cardiovascular disease. According to their website, for 4 out of 5 people who have a…
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City of Charleston seeking service-minded individuals to apply to local AmeriCorps VISTA program
April 11, 2023
The city of Charleston is currently seeking individuals to serve in the local AmeriCorps Volunteers in Service to America program. Since 2011, the city has served as the project sponsor…
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The Charleston Metro Chamber welcomes Chad Burch to their finance team
April 11, 2023
The Charleston Metro Chamber announced Chad Burch has joined the Chamber team as Accounting Database Specialist. In this role, he will evaluate and design the accounting infrastructure for the Charleston…
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CCSD honors Star Principals
April 11, 2023
Charleston County School District (CCSD) recognized six Star Principals Friday, April 7, 2023. They were selected based on their leadership and work as a principal to improve student outcomes…
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New partnership between College, MUSC offers students a direct path to pharmacy degree
April 11, 2023
For decades, the College of Charleston has served as a feeder to the Medical University of South Carolina for students who wish to enter the health care field — from…
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The Cliffs announces new Director of Residential Construction, Todd Foley
April 11, 2023
The Cliffs announced the hire of Todd Foley as their new Director of Residential Construction. A process driven community and construction management professional – able to thrive in the most…
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Berkeley County awards $1.2M in CDBG funds to local organizations & nonprofits
April 11, 2023
Berkeley County has awarded approximately $1.2 million in Community Development Block Grants (CDBG) to nine different local nonprofits and municipalities. County Council approved the recommended funding allocations at its meeting…
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AFL announces expanded partnership to include exclusive naming rights to Greenville Drive’s premier venue, the Champions Club
April 11, 2023
AFL announced its expanded multi-year partnership with The Greenville Drive, a South Atlantic League Affiliate of the Boston Red Sox. This opportunity positions AFL as the presenting sponsor of The…
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Kate Dabbs promoted to President of TealHaus Strategies
April 11, 2023
With a range of clients spanning industries and locations across the United States, Greenville-based marketing firm TealHaus Strategies is rapidly growing and strategically building its team to prepare for the…
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Maison Real Estate announces addition of four new agents
April 11, 2023Maison Real Estate, an all-female firm helmed by co-founders Leslie Turner, Mary Lou Wertz, and Olga Page, announced the addition of four new agents to the team: Elizabeth Dixon, Debbie…
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Blanchard Machinery Company announces expansion to Calhoun County
April 11, 2023
Blanchard Machinery Company announced its purchase of an approximately 60-acre site in Calhoun County at the Sandy Run Industrial Park. Blanchard Machinery plans to develop the property to expand its…
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A Conversation with Teresa Coles, CreateAthon 2023
April 11, 2023
2023 marks the 25th anniversary of CreateAthon, a 24-hour creative marathon during which Riggs Partners provides pro bono marketing services for Midlands- and Upstate-area nonprofits. Cathy Monetti and Teresa Coles, partners…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Katie Skoloff, In Site Designs
April 11, 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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Lexington One Educational Foundation awards $20,000+ in Innovation Grants for K-8 Schools for 2023-2024 school year
April 11, 2023
The Lexington One Educational Foundation recently awarded a total of $20,178 in Innovation Grants for K-8 Schools to five schools in Lexington County School District One. These Innovation Grants, valued…
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Tyanna Porter Helps Create a Welcoming Environment for Prospective Students
April 11, 2023
Lander University senior nursing major Tyanna Porter, of Union, loves getting the chance to meet prospective students while leading tours as a presidential ambassador. “I enjoy being able to talk…
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Clinton Middle and Clinton High Win State Science Olympiad at The Citadel
April 11, 2023
Saturday, April 1, is usually reserved for harmless pranks and practical jokes; however, on the first Saturday of April and the first day of Spring Break, two Clinton teams had…
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International African American Museum sets spring and early summer programming
April 11, 2023
Latest slate of events and online exhibitions supplement ongoing in-person and virtual engagement ahead of Museum’s June opening The International African American Museum (IAAM) has set a series of additional…
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McCrory Construction’s Greenville operation moves to larger, strategically located office space
April 11, 2023
McCrory Construction, South Carolina’s oldest general contractor, has moved its Upstate operation into a new, larger office space in Greenville to support the firm’s ever-increasing business in the region. McCrory’s…
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Joan Herlong & Associates Sotheby’s International Realty honors top associates
April 11, 2023
Joan Herlong & Associates Sotheby’s International Realty has honored its top Associates for March. In the Greenville office, the top agents for listings sold were Grace Herlong Loveless, Samantha Snyder,…
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Bon Secours Wellness Arena and the Greenville Police Department to hold a Fill the Cruisers Food Drive benefitting Project Host
April 11, 2023
Bon Secours Wellness Arena and the Greenville Police Department are teaming up with Project Host to fill police cruisers with food items for the Project Host Soup Kitchen. Stop by…
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Community Health Awareness Day (CHAD) is back
April 11, 2023
After a few years’ departure due to COVID-19, the Community Health Awareness Day (CHAD) returns to Spartanburg on Saturday, April 22nd. This FREE community-wide event promises fun, food, entertainment, and…
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ZF Donates 14 Transmissions to PTC Auto Tech Program
April 11, 2023
ZF Transmissions in Gray Court recently donated 14 transmissions to the Piedmont Technical College (PTC) Automotive Technology Program. Just as a transmission regulates the speed of an engine power directed…
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$4.5 million distributed by the One SC Fund for COVID-19 response
April 11, 2023
The One SC Fund: COVID-19 Response, housed at Central Carolina Community Foundation, announced today that more than $4.5 million was awarded during the fund’s activation for COVID-19 assistance. The grants…
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John Coleman joins Trinity Partners Columbia brokerage team
April 11, 2023
John Coleman has joined Trinity Partners Columbia brokerage team as a Brokerage Associate. Prior to joining Trinity, John worked in the commercial real estate industry for a regional industrial development…
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Countybank’s Laura Beth Brooks receives officer appointment
April 11, 2023
Countybank announced that Laura Beth Brooks has been appointed Vice President by the Board of Directors. Brooks, Corporate Governance Manager, joined Countybank in 2018 and is responsible for developing and…
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Earth Day Community Clean Ups Scheduled for April
April 11, 2023
Throughout the month of April, Laurens County residents are coming together to celebrate Earth Day by participating in various community cleanups across Laurens County. Residents are encouraged to join in…
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Laurens Annual Sip & Stroll – Tickets Still Available for April 21st Event
April 11, 2023
Merchants, music and wine all combine for a fun evening at Main Street Laurens’ annual Sip & Stroll event. This year the event will take place on Friday, April 21,…
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Curtis Walker takes over football program at North Charleston High School
April 10, 2023
The North Charleston High School community welcomes Curtis Walker as its new head football coach. He brings a wealth of coaching experience ranging from Salisbury High School in Salisbury, NC,…
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Tri-County Technical College freezes in-county tuition for fourth year
April 10, 2023
The Tri-County Technical College Commission voted unanimously on April 10 to freeze in-county tuition for a fourth consecutive year. The in-county tuition freeze applies to the 2023-2024 academic year. Tri-County’s…
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CCSD names new leader in its Elementary Learning Community
April 10, 2023
Charleston County School District (CCSD) is delighted to announce Quenetta White as Interim Executive Director of Elementary Learning effective April 10, 2023. White has served as Interim Director of Special…
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GaffneyLewis ADR open for mediation in South Carolina
April 10, 2023
Amy Gaffney and Regina Hollins Lewis announced the formation of their new mediation firm, GaffneyLewis ADR. Alongside their already well-established litigation firm, Gaffney Lewis LLC, the firm will support Amy…
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