Sandra Williams receives Adjunct Faculty Presidential Award at Tri-County Technical College
May 6, 2017Sandra Williams, a certified surgical technician who teaches in Tri-County Technical College’s Surgical Technology program, received the College’s 2017 Adjunct Faculty Presidential Award today (May 4). This award is given…
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The Reserve at Lake Keowee to Build New Fitness Center
May 6, 2017
Steady new home construction, community growth driving first-in-class facility The Reserve at Lake Keowee is constructing a new fitness center for the community’s Members and their guests, with a grand…
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Immedion keeps WYNIT distribution always on
May 6, 2017
WYNIT Distribution, a leading North American wholesale distributor of emerging technology and products, relies on Immedion, a premiere provider of data center services including Cloud, colocation and managed services, to…
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Two organizations receive $400,000 to help inmates return to workforce
May 6, 2017
The State Workforce Development Board (SWDB) awarded more than $400,000 in grants to two organizations which will provide employment skills training to inmates, enhancing their chances of finding work upon…
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Two organizations receive $400,000 to help inmates return to workforce
May 6, 2017
The State Workforce Development Board (SWDB) awarded more than $400,000 in grants to two organizations which will provide employment skills training to inmates, enhancing their chances of finding work upon…
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First woman among three engineers to receive highest college honor
May 6, 2017
Atlanta attorney Janine Anthony Bowen is the first woman to receive the highest honor bestowed by Clemson University’s College of Engineering, Computing and Applied Sciences. Bowen was among three engineering…
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Complete Public Relations honored with three SCPRSA awards
May 6, 2017
Complete Public Relations was honored with three awards by the South Carolina chapter of the Public Relations Society of America (SCPRSA) at the organization’s annual Mercury Awards banquet on Thursday.…
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Complete Public Relations honored with three SCPRSA awards
May 6, 2017
Complete Public Relations was honored with three awards by the South Carolina chapter of the Public Relations Society of America (SCPRSA) at the organization’s annual Mercury Awards banquet on Thursday.…
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Royster named SC Superintendent of the Year
May 5, 2017
GREENVILLE, SC – Greenville County Schools’ Superintendent, Dr. Burke Royster has been named the 2018 South Carolina Superintendent of the Year by the South Carolina Association of School Administrators. Dr.…
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Womble Carlyle’s Stephanie Yarbrough elected to SCEDA Board
May 5, 2017
Womble Carlyle Economic Development attorney Stephanie Yarbrough is the newest board member of the South Carolina Economic Developers’ Association (SCEDA). Yarbrough was elected to the board at SCEDA’s May 4…
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Womble Carlyle’s Stephanie Yarbrough elected to SCEDA Board
May 5, 2017
Womble Carlyle Economic Development attorney Stephanie Yarbrough is the newest board member of the South Carolina Economic Developers’ Association (SCEDA). Yarbrough was elected to the board at SCEDA’s May 4…
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Public relations excellence recognized at annual SCPRSA Mercury Awards event
May 5, 2017
The South Carolina Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America (SCPRSA) hosted its annual Mercury Awards celebration on Thursday, May 4 in Columbia. Communication professionals from across the state…
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Public relations excellence recognized at annual SCPRSA Mercury Awards event
May 5, 2017
The South Carolina Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America (SCPRSA) hosted its annual Mercury Awards celebration on Thursday, May 4 in Columbia. Communication professionals from across the state…
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Two South Carolina School leaders receive top honors
May 4, 2017
Greenville County Schools’ Superintendent, Dr. Burke Royster, has been named the 2018 South Carolina Superintendent of the Year, and Spartanburg School District 7’s Deputy Superintendent, Dr. Terry Pruitt, has been…
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Duke Energy will invest heavily in cleaner power, energy grid, natural gas infrastructure, CEO tells shareholders
May 4, 2017Duke Energy will invest heavily in cleaner power, natural gas infrastructure and the energy grid during the next 10 years, CEO Lynn Good told investors during the company’s first online…
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Graham on House passing Obamacare repeal & replace bill
May 4, 2017
U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) today made this statement on the House passage of legislation to repeal and replace Obamacare. “I look forward to carefully reviewing the House-passed legislation…
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Unprecedented: Gallivan White Boyd attorneys now head all three major defense bar groups
May 4, 2017
In an unprecedented achievement in the legal field, attorneys with Gallivan White Boyd, recently named ninth largest law firm in South Carolina in Lawyers Weekly, are now simultaneously serving as…
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Unprecedented: Gallivan White Boyd attorneys now head all three major defense bar groups
May 4, 2017
In an unprecedented achievement in the legal field, attorneys with Gallivan White Boyd, recently named ninth largest law firm in South Carolina in Lawyers Weekly, are now simultaneously serving as…
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Greenville-based Golden Career Strategies announces new ownership
May 3, 2017
Steve Olson has purchased Golden Career Strategies (GCS) and announced that GCS will continue the tradition and mission of helping clients create and implement their personal and business strategies successfully.…
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New home for Clemson business school clears final hurdle
May 3, 2017
Final approval has been given for construction of a new home for Clemson University’s College of Business. Following approval by the State Fiscal Accountability Authority on Tuesday, work on one…
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ECE Asheville welcomes new agent
May 3, 2017
ECE (formerly EastCoast Entertainment), a nationally recognized entertainment booking agency, welcomes Jim Arrendell to the Asheville office. While ECE has been bringing the best in wedding, corporate and private party…
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Oh Snap! – How To Recognize And Manage Snap Judgments
May 3, 2017
By Brian Maynor We all make snap judgments about people, but have you ever noticed there is a consistent predictability to them? Quick, dismissive thoughts and ideas about others…
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Oh Snap! – How To Recognize And Manage Snap Judgments
May 3, 2017
By Brian Maynor We all make snap judgments about people, but have you ever noticed there is a consistent predictability to them? Quick, dismissive thoughts and ideas about others…
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Antimicrobial leader, Microban, selects FerebeeLane; agency makes new hire
May 3, 2017
FerebeeLane (FL), a full-service marketing and branding agency, was recently selected to handle the consumer marketing efforts for Microban, the market leader in antimicrobial and odor control technology. FL will…
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2017 Bob Jones University vintage yearbook dedicated to Larry Jackson
May 3, 2017
The Bob Jones University (BJU) Vintage staff announced today the 2017 yearbook is dedicated to Larry Jackson, for his many contributions to BJU as a graduate, supporter, board member and…
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Stacey Bevill joins Board of Directors of National Nonprofit, Mental Fitness, Inc.
May 3, 2017
Stacey Bevill, owner of Spartanburg-based Ask and Receive, Inc., a full-service marketing firm, has been elected to the Board of Directors of Mental Fitness, Inc. (MFI), a national nonprofit that…
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Alcami Corporation growing operations in Charleston County
May 3, 2017
CHARLESTON COUNTY, SC – Alcami Corporation, a leading provider of custom development and manufacturing services for the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries, announced an investment of at least $5 million in…
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Alcami Corporation growing operations in Charleston County
May 3, 2017
CHARLESTON COUNTY, SC – Alcami Corporation, a leading provider of custom development and manufacturing services for the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries, announced an investment of at least $5 million in…
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Senator Lindsey Graham on government funding bill, North Korea, health care reform
May 3, 2017U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) spoke with CNN about government funding bill, which the Senate is expected to vote on later this week. Graham is opposed to the measure.…
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Senator Lindsey Graham on government funding bill, North Korea, health care reform
May 3, 2017U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) spoke with CNN about government funding bill, which the Senate is expected to vote on later this week. Graham is opposed to the measure.…
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Antimicrobial leader, Microban, selects FerebeeLane; agency makes new hire
May 3, 2017
FerebeeLane (FL), a full-service marketing and branding agency, was recently selected to handle the consumer marketing efforts for Microban, the market leader in antimicrobial and odor control technology. FL will…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: marketing-and-communications, on-the-move
2017 Bob Jones University vintage yearbook dedicated to Larry Jackson
May 3, 2017
The Bob Jones University (BJU) Vintage staff announced today the 2017 yearbook is dedicated to Larry Jackson, for his many contributions to BJU as a graduate, supporter, board member and…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: education, on-the-move
Stacey Bevill joins Board of Directors of National Nonprofit, Mental Fitness, Inc.
May 3, 2017
Stacey Bevill, owner of Spartanburg-based Ask and Receive, Inc., a full-service marketing firm, has been elected to the Board of Directors of Mental Fitness, Inc. (MFI), a national nonprofit that…
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Greenville-based Golden Career Strategies announces new ownership
May 3, 2017
Steve Olson has purchased Golden Career Strategies (GCS) and announced that GCS will continue the tradition and mission of helping clients create and implement their personal and business strategies successfully.…
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Citadel alumnus receives honorary Doctorate at USC Upstate commencement
May 1, 2017
The University of South Carolina Upstate will award Mr. Thomas R. “Tommy” Young, III with an honorary degree of Doctor of Public Service at its May Commencement Ceremony on May…
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9Round opens 500th location
May 1, 2017
9Round, the world’s fastest-growing kickboxing gym franchise, has opened its 500th location in Orlando, Florida. This monumental opening showcases the brand’s commitment to continued growth by bringing specialized kickboxing fitness…
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Spartanburg Area Chamber hires economic development veteran for new downtown-focused enterprise
May 1, 2017
SPARTANBURG, SC – The Spartanburg Area Chamber of Commerce has named Jansen Kent Tidmore to the post of Executive Vice President of the new Downtown Development Partnership. A native of…
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Eight Collins & Lacy, P.C. attorneys selected as 2017 South Carolina Super Lawyers® and Rising Stars®
May 1, 2017
Eight Collins & Lacy, P.C. attorneys have been named 2017 South Carolina Super Lawyers® and South Carolina Rising Stars® for work in their respective practice areas. “These lawyers bring a wealth…
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Eight Collins & Lacy, P.C. attorneys selected as 2017 South Carolina Super Lawyers® and Rising Stars®
May 1, 2017
Eight Collins & Lacy, P.C. attorneys have been named 2017 South Carolina Super Lawyers® and South Carolina Rising Stars® for work in their respective practice areas. “These lawyers bring a wealth…
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Thirty-two Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd attorneys named in 2017 South Carolina Super Lawyers
May 1, 2017
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. is pleased to congratulate 32 firm attorneys from 13 practice areas who were listed in the 2017 edition of South Carolina Super Lawyers. “Of the 32…
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Thirty-two Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd attorneys named in 2017 South Carolina Super Lawyers
May 1, 2017
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. is pleased to congratulate 32 firm attorneys from 13 practice areas who were listed in the 2017 edition of South Carolina Super Lawyers. “Of the 32…
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Top Grossing Movies – May 1
May 1, 2017
Theatrical grosses from comScore Week of 04/28/2017 to 05/04/2017 Rank Title Rating Distributor Weeks Weekend Locs Weekend Gross Cumulative 1 The Fate Of The Furious PG13 Universal 3 4,077…
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Top Grossing Movies – May 1
May 1, 2017
Theatrical grosses from comScore Week of 04/28/2017 to 05/04/2017 Rank Title Rating Distributor Weeks Weekend Locs Weekend Gross Cumulative 1 The Fate Of The Furious PG13 Universal 3 4,077…
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S.C. Department of Commerce announces new Office of Innovation Managing Director
May 1, 2017
COLUMBIA, SC – The S.C. Department of Commerce announced that Laura Corder has joined the agency as Managing Director of the Office of Innovation. Corder will lead the agency’s strategic…
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S.C. Department of Commerce announces new Office of Innovation Managing Director
May 1, 2017
COLUMBIA, SC – The S.C. Department of Commerce announced that Laura Corder has joined the agency as Managing Director of the Office of Innovation. Corder will lead the agency’s strategic…
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RBC Heritage Presented by Boeing celebrates golden anniversary
May 1, 2017
Celebrating 50 years is a major milestone. In just under 50 weeks, the 50th annual RBC Heritage Presented by Boeing will take place at Harbour Town Golf Links on Hilton…
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RBC Heritage Presented by Boeing celebrates golden anniversary
May 1, 2017
Celebrating 50 years is a major milestone. In just under 50 weeks, the 50th annual RBC Heritage Presented by Boeing will take place at Harbour Town Golf Links on Hilton…
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Sixteen Wyche attorneys recognized by South Carolina Super Lawyers
May 1, 2017
Super Lawyers, a rating service of outstanding lawyers, has recognized 16 Wyche attorneys in its 2017 South Carolina Super Lawyers Magazine. The magazine features attorneys who embody excellence in the…
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Sixteen Wyche attorneys recognized by South Carolina Super Lawyers
May 1, 2017
Super Lawyers, a rating service of outstanding lawyers, has recognized 16 Wyche attorneys in its 2017 South Carolina Super Lawyers Magazine. The magazine features attorneys who embody excellence in the…
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26 Womble Carlyle attorneys ranked in 2017 South Carolina Super Lawyers
May 1, 2017
Twenty-six attorneys in Womble Carlyle’s Charleston, Columbia and Greenville, S.C., offices have been named to the 2017 lists of South Carolina Super Lawyers and South Carolina Rising Stars. Womble Carlyle…
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