Mary Black Foundation awards $850,000 of MacKenzie Scott gift
May 22, 2023
In November 2022, philanthropist MacKenzie Scott donated $8 million to the Mary Black Foundation to support the organization’s mission to increase opportunities for health and wellbeing in Spartanburg County. Based…
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LaToya Smith appointed to lead North Charleston Creative Arts beginning 2023-2024 school year
May 22, 2023Charleston County School District (CCSD) is excited to announce and welcome LaToya Smith as interim principal at North Charleston Creative Arts Elementary School (NCCAES) effective July 1, 2023. Smith has…
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LCSO Jail and Bail See Who Went to Jail
May 22, 2023
The Laurens County Sheriff’s Office annual Jail and Bail event was a great success thanks to the generosity and willingness of their “inmates.” Inmates from across the county were booked,…
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Lisa Allison selected to permanently lead CCSD Department of Student Support Services
May 22, 2023Charleston County School District (CCSD) announced Lisa Allison as Executive Director of Student Support Services. Allison has served in this role in an interim capacity since October 1, 2022. Over…
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GSSM Foundation establishes Waraich Endowment to honor Carolyne Williams, a scholarship fund to benefit students
May 22, 2023
The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics (GSSM) Foundation announced the creation of the Waraich Endowment to Honor Carolyne Williams, a scholarship fund to help GSSM students and…
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Waccamaw Community Foundation serves as primary point for all Disaster Relief financial donations
May 22, 2023
Waccamaw Community Foundation, the Waccamaw region’s only community foundation, is home to the area’s Disaster Relief Fund which is the primary point of financial donations for all disaster relief and…
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Homestand Preview: May 23-28
May 22, 2023
In-state rival Charleston RiverDogs close out May at Segra Park The first-place Columbia Fireflies (23-16) welcome the Charleston RiverDogs (17-22), Class-A Affiliate of the Tampa Bay Rays to Columbia for…
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Founders Group International partners with Nicklaus design for restoration of Pawleys Plantation Golf & Country Club
May 22, 2023
Pawleys Plantation Golf & Country Club, a Jack Nicklaus signature design renowned for its beauty and challenge, closed May 22 for a greens and bunkers restoration and a clubhouse redesign,…
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Red Devils Baseball One Win Away from State Championship Title
May 22, 2023
Clinton Red Devils dominated Hanahan in the first game of the Class AAA State Championship with a 17-3 win. They are one win away from owning the title of State…
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MARS 1001 Planetarium experience debuts May 27
May 22, 2023
Journey to Mars in the Planetarium this Summer Back by popular demand, MARS 1001 follows the fictional story of the first human mission to Mars — a daring 1000-day mission to fly an…
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Lexington One promotes Casey to principal of Saxe Gotha Elementary
May 22, 2023
At the May 16 Board of Trustees Meeting, the Lexington County School District One Board of Trustees promoted Joseph W. Casey to principal of Saxe Gotha Elementary, effective July 1,…
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Clinton High Earns National Spirit Award at Science Olympiad
May 22, 2023
The incredible year Clinton has had this year is one for the record books. Athletic teams have excelled throughout the year (with baseball playing for a state championship on Tuesday),…
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Kim Saunders joins MEMBERS Financial Services
May 22, 2023
SAFE Federal Credit Union announced that Kim Saunders, Financial Advisor, is joining MEMBERS Financial Services. Saunders, a graduate of North Carolina State University, has over 15 years of experience in…
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Dixon hired as principal of Gilbert High School
May 22, 2023
David Dixon will take the helm as the new principal of Gilbert High School, effective July 1, 2023. At the May 16 meeting, the Lexington One Board of Trustees approved…
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Springfield’s Spencer Quinlan named 2023 CCSD Teacher of the Year
May 19, 2023
Charleston County School District staff members surprised Springfield Elementary School teacher Spencer Quinlan with the announcement that she had been chosen as the 2023 CCSD Teacher of the Year. Lexy…
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7th Annual Taste on the River unites Midlands’ best restaurants for a night of festivities in support of West Columbia’s Beautification Foundation
May 19, 2023
The highly anticipated 7th Annual Taste on the River event is set to bring together the finest restaurants from the Midlands region on Tuesday, June 13, 2023, from 5:30 –…
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Charleston Parks Conservancy announces Executive Director and CEO
May 19, 2023
The Charleston Parks Conservancy Board of Directors has named Darlene Heater as the organization’s new Executive Director and CEO after an extensive national search. Heater will further the Conservancy’s work…
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Pinckney Reese named Lexington One director of legal services and Title IX
May 19, 2023
Mercedes L. Pinckney Reese joins Lexington County School District One on May 30, 2023 as the district’s new director of legal services and Title IX, which was approved by the…
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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis recognizes Stephanie Vincent of Fairfield Central High School as Educator of the Month
May 19, 2023
South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis has recognized Fairfield County School District’s Stephanie Vincent of Fairfield Central High School as the South Carolina Financial Literacy Master Teacher Program’s Educator of the…
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Richland County approves ARPA funding for broadband, nonprofits
May 19, 2023
Senior assistance, services for unhoused people also approved as distribution continues Richland County continues to distribute millions in federal funding to help local small businesses, nonprofits and other organizations negatively…
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Upcountry History Museum is a 2023 Blue Star Museum
May 19, 2023
The Upcountry History Museum – Greenville County has joined museums nationwide in the Blue Star Museums program, a collaboration that provides free admission to the nation’s active-duty military personnel and…
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Endeavor coworking community welcomes new All Access member
May 19, 2023
Endeavor, the coworking and office space community in downtown Greenville’s ONE tower, announces new All Access member Brookgreen Technologies. CEO Ben O’Hanlan founded Brookgreen Technologies after spending 24 years in…
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Lane Construction wins $96 million bridge replacement project in Kershaw County
May 19, 2023
The Lane Construction Corporation, the U.S. subsidiary of Webuild Group, and the builders of a safer and more connected America, has been awarded a $96,000,000 contract for a bridge replacement…
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Garvin Design Group welcomes two summer interns
May 18, 2023
Garvin Design Group recently welcomed two summer interns to the firm’s ranks. Clemson University School of Architecture undergraduate students Samantha Lowrie and Kevin Buell began summer internships in May. Both…
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Ward Bradley named to Super Lawyers listing for 12th year
May 18, 2023Moore Bradley Myers (MBM) announced that Partner, James E. “Ward” Bradley has been selected to the South Carolina Super Lawyers® Listing for 2023 in the area of personal injury law.…
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SeamonWhiteside celebrates completion of Hanahan’s newest recreational complex
May 18, 2023
SeamonWhiteside (SW+), a full-service site firm with offices throughout the Carolinas, announced its completion of work on the City of Hanahan’s new recreational complex, The Hawk’s Nest. To celebrate the…
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Cyberwoven hires new Business Development Manager, Sam Hodges
May 18, 2023
Cyberwoven, an award-winning brand, digital marketing, and website design and development firm, announced Sam Hodges as the agency’s new Business Development Manager. Working closely with Cyberwoven’s CEO and President, Hodges’…
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SCDOT Commission approves 2024 Pavement Improvement Plan
May 18, 2023
The South Carolina Department of Transportation Commission approved the Agency’s 2024 Pavement Improvement Program by adding another $775 million to the previously invested $2.8 billion in pavement improvements across the…
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MUSC Master of Science in Health Informatics online program reduces tuition, fees for fall 2023
May 18, 2023
Tuition and program fees for the Medical University of South Carolina’s online Master of Science in Health Informatics (MSHI) program will be reduced for both full- and part-time enrollment beginning in fall…
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Congressman Clyburn announces $12.7 million for Jasper County project
May 18, 2023
U.S. Congressman James E. Clyburn (SC-06) announced that the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development is awarding $12.7 million in Community Facilities Direct Loans to Jasper County projects.…
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Richland One General Counsel named Lawyer of Distinction
May 18, 2023
Richland One General Counsel Susan Williams has been named a 2023 Lawyer of Distinction for Recognizing Excellence in In-House Counsel. “I’m so honored to have received this award. In my…
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State Museum announces MARS 1001 planetarium show and new summer events
May 18, 2023
Guests Are Invited to Disability Pride Day, See Laser Light Shows, Enjoy Baseball Day and More The South Carolina State Museum is set to celebrate summer with a variety of…
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Google announces South Carolina winner of 15th annual Doodle for Google contest
May 18, 2023
The annual Doodle for Google contest returns for the 15th year to showcase student artwork from around the country. Today, Google is thrilled to announce South Carolina’s Haniyah Simone Robinson…
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City of Charleston to host ‘Operation Neighborhood’ in Gadsden Green
May 18, 2023
WHERE: Harmon Field; President and Line Streets Please join Mayor Tecklenburg, Charleston Housing Authority, city leaders, staff and residents for the next Operation Neighborhood cleanup event, which will take place in…
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Choosing to be entusiastic
May 18, 2023
By Jeff Becraft Back at a student session several years ago, after I had announced that snack break was over and it was time to get back at it,…
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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis announces National 529 Day celebration with $529 college savings grants
May 18, 2023
State Treasurer Curtis Loftis today announced the return of the annual PalmettoBaby Grant Program in celebration of National 529 Day. “South Carolina’s Future Scholar 529 College Savings Plan is proud…
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Hartness announces new ownership opportunities with launch of The Meadow
May 18, 2023
Hartness, a national award-winning urban village founded by the Hartness family and located on Greenville’s Eastside, announces the release of The Meadow. Bordering Hartness’ lush Nature Preserve, The Meadow features…
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SOS Care partners with Make Waves Center to conduct Charleston housing market analysis for individuals with autism and/or disabilities
May 18, 2023
SOS Care is teaming up with the Make Waves Center for Community Development at the First Place Global Leadership Institute to produce the first-ever study to comprehensively address housing needs…
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Spartanburg Community College holds graduation ceremony on campus green
May 18, 2023
Former SC Representative Rita Allison Delivers Address On Thursday, May 4th, thousands of individuals gathered to celebrate at Spartanburg Community College’s graduation ceremony on the Campus Green of the College’s…
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Brandon adds to its client services team
May 18, 2023
Brandon, an integrated data-driven, digitally-centric marketing firm specializing in the B2B, healthcare, financial services, telecommunications, outdoor lifestyles, lifestyle apparel, travel and tourism, consumer packaged goods, real estate, utilities, and fitness…
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Prestigious commercial real estate award goes to Vitré Ravenel Stephens for 2022 sales
May 18, 2023
Vitré Ravenel Stephens received the 2022 Charleston REALTORS®️ of Distinction Award in the Commercial Real Estate category. This award recognizes the top 10% of producing Charleston REALTORS®️ in 2022. Vitré…
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Memories Of Zebco Reels & Red Wrigglers
May 17, 2023
By Tom Poland I drive west, Georgia bound, and pass it yet again, a place that pulls at my heart. My father had a worm farm, and my grandfather’s…
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Leaders in the Clinton Community Partner to Host Canned Food Drive
May 17, 2023
Thornwell, LushArces Farm, the City of Clinton, Presbyterian College, and Food Lion are partnering to host a community canned food drive from May 19 – 26. “We are so grateful…
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Understanding Foreign-Trade Zones: CAE’s Recent Workshop Explained the Benefits
May 17, 2023
The Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) hosted an educational in-person and webinar session for attendees to learn the details of what a foreign-trade zone is, see areas of potential business gains…
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Greenville Technical College president Keith Miller awarded Order of the Palmetto
May 17, 2023
Dr. Keith Miller, president of Greenville Technical College (GTC), was presented with the Order of the Palmetto on May 17. Established by Governor John C. West in 1971, the Order…
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LCSO Jail and Bail Event this Friday
May 17, 2023
The annual Laurens County Sheriff’s Office Jail and Bail fundraiser is this Friday, May 19. The list of community leaders going to jail is growing and they need your help…
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LCDC Launches “Visit Laurens County” to Profile Local Businesses and Attractions
May 17, 2023
Earlier this month, the Laurens County Development Corporation (LCDC) launched “Visit Laurens County,” an online story map that aims to spotlight the assets located in Laurens County. The idea for…
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College of Charleston commencement speakers praise graduates for their perseverance
May 17, 2023Surrounded by the stately moss-draped oak trees of Cistern Yard, friends and family members cheered and applauded as over 900 graduates crossed the stage in two separate ceremonies on Saturday,…
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From XVI World Bass Championship to Bassmaster Elite Series, and Major League Fishing’s Bass Pro Tour
May 17, 2023
Lake Murray is the Top Fishing Destination Over the last 6 months Capital City/Lake Murray Country Regional Tourism Board (CCLMC) has hosted the biggest and the best in international and…
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Charleston Police Chief Luther Reynolds released the following open letter to the citizens of Charleston
May 17, 2023Today, Charleston Police Chief Luther Reynolds released the following open letter to the citizens of Charleston: May 17, 2023 My Fellow Charlestonians, After speaking with my doctors and praying for…
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