Spartanburg Science Center announces 2023 Spartanburg County STEM Educator of the Year, Kelly Jewett of Byrnes High School
October 9, 2023The Spartanburg Science Center celebrated 45 years of STEM Enrichment in Spartanburg County at the Chapman Cultural Center last night with the Inaugural STEM Educator of the Year Awards, a…
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Black and Indigenous hunting: Nature organization to offer a culturally rich learning experience for women and men of color
October 9, 2023
On October 12, 2023, a three-day learn-to-hunt experience designed specifically for Black and Indigenous women and men will take place in rural South Carolina. Unearthing Joy, a Nashville-based nature organization,…
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The State Treasurer’s Office recognized for communications excellence at Palmetto Awards ceremony
October 9, 2023
The State Treasurer’s Office was recently recognized for communications excellence at the International Association of Business Communicators S.C. Chapter 2023 Palmetto Awards ceremony for two of its recent communications campaigns.…
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Making a Difference One Diaper at a Time: The Ongoing Mission of the Diaper Drive Thru
October 9, 2023
Last month’s Diaper Drive Thru faced challenging weather conditions, but the determination to help families in need prevailed. The pressing need for diapers and wipes among struggling families is a…
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Supporting Victims: Annual Luncheon by Laurens County Safe Home
October 9, 2023
In a world that can often feel indifferent, where compassion can make a transformative difference, the Laurens County Safe Home takes a stand to support victims of domestic violence through…
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Exploring the Historical Path to the US Constitution and the Information Age: A Lecture by Tim Lord at Laurens County Museum
October 8, 2023
The Revolutionary War Lecture Series at the Laurens County Museum is set to delve into a fascinating exploration of the historical path leading to the creation of the US Constitution…
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Laurens County Cancer Association One of Three Non-Profits to Receive Funding from Self Regional Healthcare
October 8, 2023
Laurens County Cancer Association was one of three non-profit organizations to receive funding from Self Regional Healthcare. Other non-profits receiving funding support were Healthy Learners and Emerald City Rotary Foundation.…
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Laurens County First Steps Hosts Interactive Session on Academic Readiness and Early Childhood Development
October 8, 2023
Laurens County First Steps, a local nonprofit dedicated to supporting early childhood development, is excited to announce an engaging and informative session on Academic Readiness & Early Childhood Development. The…
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Laurens County Republican Party Hosts Delegation Night
October 7, 2023
An Exclusive Opportunity to Engage with GOP Leaders The Laurens County Republican Party is set to host a Delegation Night on Monday, October 16th, at 6:30 pm. The event will…
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SC Manufacturers Announce Initiatives Designed to Foster a World-Class Workforce
October 7, 2023
In recognition of National Manufacturing Day on October 6, the South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance (SCMA) announced a historic partnership with the University of South Carolina (USC) designed to foster a…
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Howling Through the Night: Long Night in Lanford 2023
October 7, 2023
Join Us for a Challenge Beneath the Moonlight The “Long Night in Lanford,” is set to be an extraordinary night race set in the heart of Enoree, South Carolina. This…
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Unveiling Laurens County’s First Storm Drain Art Mural: A Splash for Awareness
October 7, 2023
In perfect alignment with Storm Water Awareness Week, Keep Laurens County Beautiful (KLCB) marked the occasion for Laurens County as the first storm drain art mural was unveiled in the…
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“Parting Lines” to open at GCCA’s Main Gallery
October 6, 2023
Exhibition opens First Friday, October 6th, 2023 Greenville Center for Creative Arts (GCCA) is excited to announce the opening of their Main Gallery exhibition, Parting Lines. The exhibition features the…
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McLeod Health partners with WGU for staff educational opportunities
October 6, 2023
FLORENCE, SC – McLeod Health has signed a collaboration agreement with online nonprofit Western Governors University (WGU) that will provide personalized pathways to higher education through affordable bachelor’s and master’s…
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Architrave celebrates 35 years of architectural excellence in South Carolina’s Midlands and Lowcountry
October 6, 2023
Architrave, an architecture firm renowned for exceptional historic renovations and tailored residential designs, is celebrating 35 years of shaping the architectural landscape in South Carolina’s Midlands and Lowcountry regions. Recognized…
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Goodwyn Mills Cawood adds engineering project manager in Charleston
October 6, 2023
Goodwyn Mills Cawood (GMC) is pleased to welcome project manager Earl DuPriest in Charleston, South Carolina. He brings valuable experience to GMC’s engineering team, having worked for one of the…
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William Means Real Estate welcomes new luxury agent from California
October 5, 2023
William Means Real Estate, the leading luxury real estate firm in Charleston, announced Andrew Stein as the newest addition to its team of REALTORS®. Stein, a California native with seven…
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2023 MOJA Arts Festival announces new closing weekend highlights
October 5, 2023
The city of Charleston Office of Cultural Affairs, in partnership with the MOJA Planning Committee, has announced details of additional MOJA Arts Festival performances and performing artists ahead of its…
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Keep swinging
October 5, 2023
By Jeff Becraft Over the years (especially growing up), I accumulated a few trophies. I know some are in a closet in my parents’ basement and I have no…
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USC reopens the South Caroliniana Library
October 5, 2023
The university officially reopened South Caroliniana Library today with a celebration and ribbon cutting. South Caroliniana Library is the oldest freestanding academic library in the country. The design of the…
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Mayor John Tecklenburg announces selection of Chito Walker as next Chief of Police
October 5, 2023
During a 1 p.m. press conference in Washington Square, Charleston Mayor John Tecklenburg announced the selection of Chito Walker as the city of Charleston’s next Chief of Police. The announcement…
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Steak Competition on Lake Murray turned up the heat for National Television
October 5, 2023
BAMA-Q TV’s “Grilling on the Lake” steak cookoff took place at the Lexington Lake Murray Dam Public Park, September 29-30, 2023. The event was hosted by Capital City/Lake Murray Country…
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Oktoberfestivities in Lake Murray Country
October 5, 2023
Oktoberfest in Munich, Germany, is a lively celebration of Bavarian culture with giant beer tents, traditional music, and delicious food. It’s all about enjoying Bavarian beer and a festive atmosphere…
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Lake Murray Country will host the Bassmaster College Series Fishing Competition January 26-27, 2024
October 5, 2023
Capital City/Lake Murray Country Regional Tourism Board (CCLMC) is announced that Lake Murray will be one of six stops on the Bassmaster College Series Tournament Trail. The series will set up shop…
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The Miraculous Green Lizard
October 5, 2023
By Tom Poland We call it a lizard, except it’s not. It’s an anole, and it can re-grow its tail, “regenerate” in the words of scientists. Think about that.…
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From corn mazes to pumpkin patches, find Fall Agritourism in South Carolina
October 5, 2023
As the weather cools, farms across South Carolina are welcoming visitors onto their farms with a variety of fun and educational fall events. “Agritourism continues to grow in South Carolina,…
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Lexington One Board of Trustees gives superintendent an ‘overall extremely effective evaluation’
October 5, 2023
As part of the work session and business meeting on October 3, 2023, the Lexington County School District One Board of Trustees conducted the evaluation of Dr. Gerrita Postlewait, superintendent…
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Fourth Annual Contractors for Hope Fundraiser benefiting Harvest Hope Food Bank to be held at Steel Hands Brewing
October 5, 2023
The 4th Annual Contractors for Hope fundraiser will take place Wednesday, October 18, 2023 at Steel Hand Brewing in Cayce to benefit Harvest Hope Food Bank. The event will run…
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Jeff Smith ’92 joins PC as alumni engagement coordinator
October 5, 2023
Presbyterian College alumnus Jeff Smith ’92 has returned to his alma mater as the new alumni engagement coordinator. Smith, who previously served in PC’s Office of Advancement as a major…
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Richland County to begin Alpine Road Sidewalk and road resurfacing project
October 5, 2023
Groundbreaking set for Tuesday, Oct. 31 Richland County announced plans to begin an extensive $4.3 million Transportation Penny project to build a sidewalk along Alpine Road that will connect S.C.…
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Tour de Plantersville, Georgetown Wooden Boat Show headline loaded event lineup along South Carolina’s Hammock Coast
October 5, 2023
As autumn descends upon South Carolina’s Hammock Coast, it brings with it an array of exciting events that showcase the region’s vibrant offerings. From the arts to eco activities and…
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County Council gives third reading approval to revised LDC zoning map
October 5, 2023
Text amendments pass first reading Richland County Council has approved a revised version of the County’s Land Development Code (LDC) zoning map. The zoning map passed a third reading during…
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Richland County employees to benefit from new paid parental leave policy
October 5, 2023
County becomes only the second in state to implement plan Richland County Council approved a paid parental leave policy for all full-time and part-time employees during Council’s regularly scheduled meeting…
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The Cayce Police Department announces events for the 4-Day National Faith & Blue Initiative
October 5, 2023
In conjunction with National Crime Prevention Month, the Cayce Police Department will kick the weekend off by hosting the following events to celebrate the national Faith & Blue initiative beginning October 6. Faith and…
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Billionaire Sheila Johnson to speak at Women for Women Summit in Charleston
October 5, 2023Salamander Hotels & Resorts founder and CEO, Sheila Johnson, will be a keynote speaker at the Women for Women Summit in Charleston on Thursday, October 5th. The daylong event, hosted…
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Grant allows College of Charleston students, Professor to launch project with groundbreaking potential
October 5, 2023
Combine NASA and Silicon Valley and you come up with one of the most cutting-edge places in the world – the Ames Research Center in Mountain View, California. Since 1939, state-of-the-art facilities…
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Mayor Daniel Rickenmann announces new Columbia Public Art Program Columbia Streams Art at Boyd Plaza
October 5, 2023Columbia Mayor Daniel Rickenmann will announce Columbia Streams Art, a new City of Columbia public art program, during a public ceremony at Boyd Plaza on Wednesday, October 11 at 1:00 pm.…
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Tealhaus’ quarterly event raises funds for Meals on Wheels
October 5, 2023
Local storytelling agency TealHaus recently held its quarterly “Haus Party” at Double Stamp Brewery benefiting Greenville’s chapter of Meals on Wheels. In attendance were over 50 former and current clients, family, and friends…
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The Beach Company supports 2023 Rose Ball as gold benefactor
October 5, 2023
Today, The Beach Company, a Charleston-based full-service real estate firm, announced the company’s participation as a gold benefactor, donating $12,500 to the 27th Rose Ball, Greenville’s longest-running charitable event that…
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Barbara Stone Foundation receives $30,000 grant from Power:Ed to expand workforce development programs for individuals with disabilities
October 5, 2023
The Barbara Stone Foundation (BSF) has been awarded a $30,000 grant from Power:Ed, the philanthropy of SC Student Loan Corporation, to expand the UP (Upward Professionals) Employment Initiative, which offers…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Scott Burgess, Bierkeller
October 5, 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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$300,000 NSF MRI Grant awarded to Furman, Mount Holyoke, Richmond to expand program for young chemists
October 5, 2023
Grant adds computing resources and expands MERCURY’s reach to more primarily undergraduate institutions, underrepresented students George C. Shields of Furman University, Maria A. Gomez of Mount Holyoke College and Carol A. Parish of the University…
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The Cayce Police Department announces events for the 4-Day National Faith & Blue Initiative
October 5, 2023
In conjunction with National Crime Prevention Month, the Cayce Police Department will kick the weekend off by hosting the following events to celebrate the national Faith & Blue initiative beginning…
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10x Digital to present recruitment marketing technology at Greenville SHRM meeting
October 5, 2023
10X Digital CEO Holly Rollins will be the featured presenter of an upcoming webinar focusing on the latest technologies in digital employment recruitment. Hosted by the Greenville chapter of the…
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Dispose of scrap metal, tires, paper, hazardous waste on Richland Recycles Day
October 5, 2023
Richland County residents can drop off a variety of unwanted household items for Richland Recycles Day this Saturday, Oct. 7. The free event will be from 8 a.m. to noon…
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Newberry College appoints Syno to Center for Student Success
October 5, 2023
Newberry College has announced the appointment of Dr. Jennifer Syno to the role of assistant dean for the Center for Student Success, effective Oct. 30. Syno comes to Newberry from…
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The Barbara Stone Foundation hosts ‘CAN Talks’ on Oct 24, 2023 at Centre Stage in downtown Greenville
October 5, 2023
The Barbara Stone Foundation, a non-profit organization focused on supporting visionary and creative programs for individuals with disabilities, will host a special event called ‘CAN Talks’ where five individuals with…
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Hiker summits a milestone for Make-A-Wish® South Carolina
October 5, 2023
In the world of endurance sports, you often hear, “don’t peak too early.” For Matthew Wall, that simply doesn’t matter when he wakes up at 3:30 a.m. to conquer another…
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SIOS DataKeeper Cluster Edition provides high availability protection for MailHippo encryption application on SQL Server
October 5, 2023
Healthcare providers’ communication protected from downtime and disasters SIOS Technology Corp., an industry leader in application high availability and disaster recovery, today announced that MailHippo, an innovative company that enables…
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Upstate attorney Steve Sumner earns highest ratings for DUI Law
October 5, 2023
Upstate South Carolina attorney Steve Sumner recently received AV Preeminent® status by Martindale Hubbell, a leading peer-review ratings organization for the law profession. He was also voted by his peers…
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