Nexton announces 2,500 home sales and 10 year anniversary
March 14, 2023
Today, Nexton, the most innovative and walkable community in South Carolina, announced the sale of its 2,500th home. This milestone is significant because it aligns with the 10th year anniversary…
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Brookgreen Gardens announces election of two new members to Board of Trustees
March 14, 2023Brookgreen Gardens, a National Historic Landmark, announced the election of two new members to the Board of Trustees. Joining the board are Catherine-Alexa “C.A.” Spivey Rountree and Julian “Jay” J.…
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Frampton Construction opens new office in Tampa, Fla.
March 14, 2023
Frampton Construction Company, LLC, a full-service construction firm providing planning and design support, preconstruction, and construction services, has expanded its operations by adding a new office in Tampa, Fla. The…
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Colliers Report: Constrained retail construction and turnover create opportunities
March 14, 2023
Commercial Real Estate Research & Forecast Report Q4 2022 Greenville-Spartanburg Retail Market Highlights Headlines have been filled in recent years with stories announcing the “demise of retail”. In reality, vacancies…
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Columbia uniform shop sold to new owner
March 14, 2023
Sunbelt Business Brokers, a leading business brokerage firm, announced the successful sale of ScrubTrendz, Inc., a trusted medical uniform shop located at 4508 Saint Andrews Road in Columbia, to The…
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Learn about South Carolina lighthouses in free lecture at Relic Room
March 14, 2023
Debbie Mollycheck’s father was born in a lighthouse – technically, in the keeper’s house attached to the lighthouse in St. Simons, Ga., where her grandfather was the assistant keeper. After…
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Milliken & Company garners 2023 World’s Most Ethical Companies designation
March 14, 2023
For the seventeenth year in a row, diversified global manufacturer Milliken & Company has been recognized by Ethisphere, a leader in defining and advancing the standards of ethical business practices,…
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Country music star Lindsay Ell added as direct support for Darius Rucker
March 14, 2023
Country music star Lindsay Ell added as direct support for Darius Rucker at Southern Fried Circuit charity concert Upcountry Fiber announces that Lindsay Ell, who was named “one of the…
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The Beach Company announces the opening of Ashley Artisan Suites
March 14, 2023
The Beach Company announced the opening of Ashley Artisan Suites, a curated collection of locally owned boutiques where local makers, artisans and health and beauty professionals offer their products and…
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Rebuild Upstate adds three new board members
March 14, 2023
GREENVILLE, S.C. – Rebuild Upstate has elected three new members to join its board for 2023. The newest additions to the board are Rob Schmidt, Lora Jex and Doug Greenwell.…
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Glen M. Crawford is Selected as Columbia College Director of Athletics
March 14, 2023President Tom Bogart is proud to announce the appointment of Glen M. Crawford as the next Director of Athletics at Columbia College. Crawford brings with him decades of experience in…
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City Councilwomen Campbell, Miller, and Latimore Endorse Mayor Senn
March 13, 2023
Three current Laurens City Council members have publicly endorsed Mayor Nathan Senn in his bid for re-election to a second term. Councilor Marian Miller representing Ward 1, Councilor Cassandra Campbell…
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Randy Randall Sworn in as Mayor of Clinton
March 13, 2023
Clinton’s newest Mayor was sworn in at an installation ceremony on Monday night, March 13. Randy Randall is now serving as the 30th mayor of Clinton. Randall isn’t new to…
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AEC organization to hold 2023 Industry Day in Charleston
March 13, 2023
The Society of American Military Engineers Charleston Post is holding a special Industry Day April 19-20, including a golf tournament, dinner cruise, and day of exhibitors and industry speakers from…
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Marketing Minute: Developing a Winning Communications Strategy
March 13, 2023
Marketing Minute Jean Cecil Frick, NP Strategy Identifying a target audience is crucial to any communications plan. This week’s video breaks down the key to developing a winning communications strategy. Watch…
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Keep Laurens County Beautiful Seeks Volunteers for Lake Greenwood Cleanup
March 13, 2023
Now in its second year, Keep Laurens County Beautiful (KLCB), is partnering with Keep Greenwood County Beautiful (KGCB) to conquer the litter issue at Lake Greenwood. The two organizations will…
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Baker Business Bowl IX wraps up, winner receives $10,000 for their business plan
March 13, 2023
After making it through three rounds of the Baker Business Bowl IX and working on their business plan, one team has claimed victory — and a $10,000 check. Team Landsformer…
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City of Clinton Conducting Public Transportation Survey
March 13, 2023
Do you live in the Clinton city limits? Would public transportation be of assistance to you? The City of Clinton is seeking your input. In assessing the need for public…
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Early Voting Starts Wednesday for Laurens Mayoral Run-off Election
March 13, 2023
Early voting for the run-off election for Laurens Mayor will start on Wednesday, March 15 at 8:30 am and close on Friday, March 17 at 5 pm. Early voting provides…
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City of Clinton to Host Easter Egg Hunt
March 13, 2023
Who doesn’t like an Easter egg hung? The City of Clinton will host a an Easter egg hunt on Saturday, April 8 at 10 am Easter Egg Hunt at Vance…
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Updated Information on CSX Railroad Crossing Maintenance
March 13, 2023
If you haven’t noticed, CSX is doing maintenance work on railroad crossings in our area. Here is the list CSX railroad crossings to be closed for maintenance in Clinton: March…
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Laurens County Council Meeting – March 14 Agenda
March 13, 2023
Laurens County Council will meet for a regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, March 14. The meeting will be held at the Voter Registration/Veterans Affairs Office located at 105 Bolt Drive…
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Garvin Design Group’s Rosewood Church redevelopment wins 2023 Golden Nail Award
March 13, 2023
Columbia architecture and interior design firm Garvin Design Group won a Golden Nail Award for the redevelopment of the Rosewood Church site at the Columbia Chamber’s 2023 Impact Awards on…
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World Karate Champion Keith Vitali launches podcast
March 13, 2023
First interview is with Midlands karate legend Mike Genova, other interviews are with Loren Avedon and Cynthia Rothrock By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Two years ago I met with several…
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Clinton High School FFA Plant Sale
March 12, 2023
If it’s Spring you know it is time for the Clinton High School Future Farmers of America (FFA) Annual Plant Sale. The plant sale will be held March 27-30 and…
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Belk in Laurens to Reopen as a Belk Outlet Store
March 12, 2023
Belk debuted its first outlet store in Grenville, Tennessee earlier this year and Laurens, South Carolina is next. The department store chain has plans for three more planned for Richlands,…
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Margot Brooks named director of 112, Capitol Theatre operations
March 10, 2023
Presbyterian College announced this week that Margot Brooks will lead two of the college’s major off-campus initiatives. Brooks was named director of 112, the new restaurant and social hub on…
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Laurens Electric awards local students the ‘trip of a lifetime’
March 10, 2023
Three local high school juniors and one sophomore are the winners of expense paid trips this summer, sponsored by Laurens Electric Cooperative. Ella Adair of Clinton, Ciana Mumford of Gray…
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SC DNR Asks for Your Help Identifying Diamondback Terrapins
March 10, 2023
Next time you head to the coast, South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR) is asking for your help as a new generation of tiny marsh-dwellers is beginning to emerge on…
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Cook Political Report publisher Amy Walter to deliver 2023 Waters Lecture in Political Science
March 10, 2023
One of the country’s leading political analysts will address the current state of American politics at Presbyterian College’s annual Waters Lecture this month. Amy Walter, the publisher and editor-in-chief of…
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The YoPro Know announces The Great Retention podcast’s Spring schedule
March 10, 2023
The podcast dedicated to filling the gaps in recruitment and retention amongst young professionals has announced its second season lineup and start date. The Great Retention will go live on…
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Lowcountry Food Bank Foundation appoints Milton Irvin as new board member
March 10, 2023
The Lowcountry Food Bank Foundation announced the appointment of a new member to its Board of Directors as of January 2023. Milton Irvin, of Bluffton, South Carolina, earned his MBA…
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Riggs Partners announces 2023 CreateAthon® nonprofit clients
March 10, 2023
Six South Carolina nonprofit organizations will be the beneficiaries of pro bono marketing and communication services provided by Riggs Partners during its 25th annual CreateAthon®. The marketing marathon will begin…
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Art Blossoms blooms again over Mother’s Day Weekend
March 10, 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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Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS welcomes Tony Rossitto to the Company’s Midtown office
March 10, 2023
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announced that Tony Rossitto has joined the company’s Midtown office as a sales associate. Tony is a retired United States Merchant Marine with…
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Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS welcomes Cindy Marchbanks to the Company’s Midtown office
March 10, 2023
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announced that Cindy Marchbanks has joined the company’s Midtown office as a sales associate. Cindy grew up in Greenville, attended Clemson University and…
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Midlands Technical College and Truist announce S.C.’s first Mobile Heavy Equipment Operator program
March 10, 2023
Midlands Technical College (MTC) and Truist announced a new training program that will help change the landscape of workforce development in the Palmetto State. Funded by $700,000 from Truist Foundation…
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City of Charleston accepting applications for Mayor’s Youth Commission
March 10, 2023
Applications are now being accepted for rising 9th through 12th (current 8th through 11th) grade students in Charleston County who are interested in serving on the City of Charleston Mayor’s…
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Be Aware! Termite Season Is Here!
March 10, 2023
National Termite Awareness Week is March 12-18 The arrival of spring brings more daylight and the rebirth of nature. Unfortunately, it also creates the ideal conditions for termites–a tiny but…
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Gov. Henry McMaster Nominates the Next Executive Director of the S.C. Department of Employment and Workforce
March 9, 2023
Governor Henry McMaster today nominated William H. Floyd to be the next executive director of the South Carolina Department of Employment and Workforce (DEW). Previously the agency’s chief of staff,…
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Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS welcomes Tisha Champitto to the Company’s Anderson office
March 9, 2023
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announced that Tisha Champitto has joined the company’s Anderson office as a sales associate. Tisha has lived and worked in South Carolina for…
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Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS welcomes Katherine LeaMond to the Company’s Augusta Road office
March 9, 2023
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announced that Katherine LeaMond has joined the company’s Augusta Road office as a sales associate. Katherine LeaMond is a seasoned real estate agent…
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Lander Professor of History Honored
March 9, 2023
Lander University Professor of History Dr. Robert Figueira has been elected to a three-year term as an Executive Council member of the South Carolina Historical Association (SCHA). Figueira, a medievalist,…
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American Legion National Commander addresses U.S. Army Association at Fort Jackson
March 9, 2023Preventing military veterans’ suicides deemed a priority By W. Thomas Smith Jr. The American Legion’s National Commander Vincent J. Troiola addressed a senior-echelon gathering of business, military, and law enforcement…
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The fifth annual MUSC Septima P. Clark Poetry Contest is accepting submissions from students across the state
March 9, 2023
The awards ceremony and reception to feature Lowcountry cuisine, poetry readings from finalists and a keynote address by Chris Singleton We are pleased to announce the fifth annual MUSC Septima…
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AHA Lowcountry Heart Walk and Choate Construction break fundraising records four years running
March 9, 2023
The American Heart Association’s (AHA) 2023 Lowcountry Heart Walk continued its record-breaking streak with the fourth year in a row of more than $1.1 million in funds raised through the…
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Charleston Metro Chamber announces Spring 2023 Leadership Discovery Class
March 9, 2023
Leadership Discovery, a leadership development program by the Charleston Metro Chamber, is excited to announce the Spring 2023 class. Leadership Discovery is an innovative program that allows participants the opportunity to learn from experienced…
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The Assaults announce new student pricing for 2023 ride
March 9, 2023
The Freewheelers Cycling Association of Spartanburg has announced that the 2023 Assaults, which will take place on Monday, May 22, 2023, will for the first time include a reduced student rate for the 74.2-mile…
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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis names Ken Earley as Director of Information Technology
March 9, 2023
South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis has named Ken Earley as the agency’s new Director of Information Technology. With more than 25 years of IT industry experience, Earley has held management…
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Rick Erwin Dining Group launches Crab Cakes for a Cause
March 9, 2023
Rick Erwin Dining Group has launched a new charitable initiative that deepens the company’s commitment to supporting the needs of the community. Crab Cakes for a Cause will use a…
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