Restaurant Week Midlands begins this week!
September 29, 2022
South Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association to Celebrate Local Flavors During Restaurant Week Midlands The tastiest time of the year is here! Food lovers will want to claim a spot…
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City of Laurens Announces Early Closures for Friday
September 29, 2022
Due to the threat of high winds and heavy rain on Friday the City of Laurens will close the following City facilities at noon tomorrow: City Hall The Ridge
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NAI Charleston grows retail division with veteran agent & developer Ed Sutton
September 29, 2022
NAI Charleston welcomed Ed Sutton to the brokerage team as a 7-year industry veteran. Sutton’s real estate experience involves the redevelopment of the Reynolds Ave corridor, high-rise hospitality transactions, land…
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Laurens District 55 High School Students Kick Off Chick-fil-A Leader Academy™ 2022-2023
September 29, 2022
This year, Chick-fil-A Leader Academy™ will be partnering with Laurens District 55 High School to provide curriculum opportunities that teach students important leadership skills to help make a difference in…
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Richland County offices to close Friday ahead of weather threat
September 29, 2022
Because of the potential of inclement weather with the approach of Tropical Storm Ian, Richland County facilities will be closed to the public Friday, Sept. 30. Non-essential County personnel will…
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Garvin Design Group’s 19th Anniversary Celebration – Photo Gallery
September 29, 2022On September 15th, Garvin Design Group celebrated its 19th anniversary at City Market Place in downtown Columbia. Click on the pictures below.
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Lander Adds Freshens to Dining Line-up
September 29, 2022
Lines spilled out into the entryway of Lander University’s Grier Student Center on Monday, Sept. 19, as students tried to be among the first to get a taste of a…
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Laurens Police Department Welcomes Sgt. Anderson
September 29, 2022
Laurens Police Chief Grounsell and the Laurens Police Department (LPD) have welcomed another new member to the team. Already a decorated officer, Sgt. Dominique Anderson is a prior Rookie of the…
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LS3P’s Columbia office wins the People’s Choice Award at the 7th annual PARKing Day
September 28, 2022LS3P’s Columbia office has won the People’s Choice Award at the 7th annual PARKing Day, the day is hosted by the City of Columbia. This is the third year LS3P…
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Five South Carolina schools named 2022 National Blue Ribbon Schools
September 28, 2022
U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona today recognized 297 schools as National Blue Ribbon Schools for 2022, including five schools in South Carolina. The recognition is based on a school’s overall academic performance or progress in closing…
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Lorick Office Products celebrated its 85th anniversary September 14
September 28, 2022Midlands-area office supply company founded Labor Day 1937 Lorick Office Products celebrated 85 years of serving the office-supply needs of Columbia businesses and customers nationwide, at the company’s 910 Washington…
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NP Strategy expands presence in the Carolinas
September 28, 2022
NP Strategy (NPS+), a strategic communications firm providing crisis, media and public relations assistance, welcomes Denada Jackson to the growing team. Jackson, an award winning public relations expert with established…
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State Agencies Preparing for Potential Impact from Hurricane Ian
September 28, 2022
Governor Henry McMaster today signed an Executive Order 2022-28 declaring a state of emergency and activating the state’s emergency operations plan, which enables state agencies to prepare for Hurricane Ian’s potential impact…
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SCFC Urges Vigilance Against Wildfire as Hurricane Ian Approaches
September 28, 2022
As Hurricane Ian approaches the Palmetto State, bringing with it increased wind speeds and high gusts Thursday in particular, the South Carolina Forestry Commission is cautioning residents about the increase…
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LushAcres Fall Festival Modified Due to Hurricane Ian
September 28, 2022
The much-anticipated 2nd Annual Fall Festival at LushAcres Farm is on hold. According to an announcement, due to the anticipated heavy rain and high winds expected in our area on…
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Hurricane Ian Delays Squealin’ on the Square One Week
September 28, 2022
Main Street Laurens and officials from the City of Laurens have announced that the city’s annual fall barbeque festival, “Squealin’ on the Square,” has been rescheduled to take place next…
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William Means adds agent with international expertise to team
September 28, 2022
William Means Real Estate announced that its team of agents is growing with the addition of Harry Farthing who earned an honors degree in valuation and estate management from the…
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Spartanburg Memorial Auditorium CEO announced
September 28, 2022
William Blackford, Chairman of the Spartanburg Memorial Auditorium Commission, announced that the Commission has selected Roger Newton as Chief Executive Officer of Spartanburg Memorial Auditorium effective October 3. “Roger’s extensive…
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The Institute for Child Success hires policy director
September 28, 2022
The Institute for Child Success (ICS), an early childhood, nonprofit organization that uses applied policy and research to improve the outcomes of young children and their families, has brought on…
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New Leaf Builders’ Hayes Park signs commercial tenants, announces VIP residential sales
September 28, 2022
Hayes Park, a mixed-use community focused on sustainable development, has landed a number of commercial tenants and announced a timeline for launching residential sales. The community is being developed by…
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Infinity Marketing promotes three media team members
September 28, 2022Infinity Marketing, a fully integrated marketing agency in the Upstate, named Caroline Sievers and Darian Steele as Media Managers, and Simone Corpora as Senior Media Buyer. These promotions will…
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VisionGreenwood establishes Lakelands Emerging Technology Council to help region prepare for the future
September 28, 2022
VisionGreenwood, an established community partner dedicated to making Greenwood the best place in which to live, work and raise a family, announces the establishment of the Lakelands Emerging Technology Council…
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Engenius COO named 2022 Best and Brightest Under 35 honoree
September 28, 2022
TJ Deluccia was selected as a 2022 Best and Brightest Under 35 honoree, an annual awards program hosted by Greenville Business magazine that honors outstanding young leaders for their professional…
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Attorney Sarah Frierson joins Robinson Gray law firm as associate
September 28, 2022
Sarah C. Frierson has joined Robinson Gray as an associate. Her practice with the firm will focus on appellate advocacy, business and commercial litigation, administrative and regulatory litigation, and probate…
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Setting the bar
September 28, 2022Yturria becomes first Hispanic officer to hold second-highest rank in the department’s 200-plus-year history By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Richland County Sheriff’s Department (RCSD) Deputy Chief Maria Yturria became the…
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Global Flooring manufacturer Responsive Industries establishes operations in Greenville County, S.C.
September 28, 2022
Global manufacturer of PVC flooring to invest initial $10 million, add 10 jobs to establish operations Responsive Industries, a leading manufacturer of a wide range of vinyl floorings, announced plans…
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DP3 Architects, Ltd. welcomes three new team members
September 28, 2022
DP3 Architects, Ltd. announced the addition of Brittney Saitta, Austin Seay, and Daniel Kleban to the team. Brittney Saitta, NCIDQ joins DP3 Architects as the Hospitality Studio interior designer. Saitta…
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Attorney Bame joins Burnette Shutt & McDaniel
September 28, 2022
South Carolina native Annie Day Bame has joined Burnette Shutt & McDaniel. She will focus her legal practice on employment law, civil rights law, and litigation. Before joining the firm,…
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Callie Bradshaw joins Greenwood Capital team as new Private Client Specialist
September 28, 2022
Greenwood Capital announced the addition of Callie Bradshaw to the client service team as a Private Client Specialist for the Downtown Greenville office, located at 201 W. McBee Ave. In…
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LC GOP Meeting October 4 Will Address Election Integrity
September 28, 2022
The Laurens County Republican Party will meet on Tuesday, October 4th at the Historic Laurens County Courthouse (downtown square). The meeting will begin with a reception from 6:00-6:30. The program…
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LC Public Library is Hiring
September 28, 2022
The Laurens County Public Library is hiring a part-time assistant for the Laurens location. The position needed will work 25 hours a week (Wednesday – Saturday) with starting pay at…
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LC Chamber Hosts Ribbon Cutting for First of Three Community Gardens
September 28, 2022
Things are “growing” great in Laurens County. On Tuesday, the community came together to celebrate one of three new Community Gardens with an official Chamber Ribbon Cutting. The United Way…
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BPS CPAs names Ben Lynch partner
September 28, 2022
Bauknight Pietras & Stormer, P.A. (BPS), announced that Ben Lynch, CPA, will be elevated to the firm’s leadership team as a partner effective January 1, 2023. He now assumes strategic…
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Annual 11-day MOJA Arts Festival begins September 29, 2022, will feature parade, performances, art displays
September 27, 2022The annual MOJA Arts Festival, a celebration of African-American and Caribbean culture, begins on Thursday, September 29, 2022. The 11-day festival includes a variety of performances, art displays and educational outreach. Moja, a Swahili word…
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New bus service from Columbia to 19 cities
September 27, 2022
Megabus.com, one of the largest bus companies in North America, is pleased to announce a new partnership with Southeastern Stages, a premier transportation provider in Atlanta, Georgia and the surrounding…
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The Rocky Horror Show returns to Trustus Theatre
September 27, 2022
Let’s do the Time Warp again. The Rocky Horror Show returns to the Thigpen Main Stage just in time for Halloween. Running September 30th through October 29th, this spooky, sensual…
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Clemson, UofSC to use $4.6 million award to help school districts across S.C. support students with emotional, behavioral needs
September 27, 2022
The South Carolina Department of Education Office of Special Education Services (OSES) in the Division of College and Career Readiness partnered with researchers at Clemson University and the University of…
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Department of Education receives national honor for teacher education program
September 27, 2022
Furman University’s education department has received national honors from the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP) in recognition of the strength and quality of its teacher education program. The university was one…
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Two Spartanburg area women to be honored as Women of Distinction
September 27, 2022
Girl Scouts of South Carolina–Mountains to Midlands will honor two Spartanburg area women at its annual Boots & Pearls: Women of Distinction Awards Celebration on Thursday, October 20, 2022, at…
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CSU President elected to serve on Big South Conference Executive Committee
September 27, 2022
Charleston Southern University President Dr. Dondi Costin is the new vice president of the Big South Conference Executive Committee for 2022-23. The Big South Conference Executive Committee has the authority…
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MUSC Foundation receives grant to start new diabetes prevention program for women
September 27, 2022
The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) Foundation has received a grant from the BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina Foundation to launch a diabetes prevention program for women. The grant…
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Alyssa Marks wins Mary E. Jarrard Award at communication conference
September 27, 2022
Alyssa Marks, a graduate student in Bob Jones University’s Department of Communication Studies, was recognized at the annual Carolinas Communication Association (CCA) conference held at the University of South Carolina…
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Richland Two Superintendent Dr. Baron R. Davis receives national award for youth program
September 27, 2022
American Heart Association school programs target whole-body wellness in support of physical and emotional health The American Heart Association’s school-based youth programs, Kids Heart Challenge™ and American Heart Challenge™, honor…
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Joan Herlong & Associates Sotheby’s International Realty’s The Furman Group expands
September 27, 2022
The Furman Group, the number one team with Joan Herlong & Associates Sotheby’s International Realty, is expanding with the addition of Matt Nocks. Nocks has been a President’s Circle winner…
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The South Carolina Small Business Development Centers (SC SBDC) hires Jeremy Johnson as Community Navigator Business Consultant to assist marginalized small businesses
September 27, 2022
The South Carolina Small Business Development Centers (SC SBDC), the state’s premier provider of business assistance to small business owners and entrepreneurs, announced the hiring of Community Navigator Business Consultant…
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Turner Padget expands with addition of Zack Ohanesian and Carly Finkenstadt
September 27, 2022
Turner Padget announced the addition of Associate Zack B. Ohanesian to the firm’s Columbia office and Associate Carly B. Finkenstadt to the firm’s Greenville office. Ohanesian joins the Workplace Law…
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SeamonWhiteside completes innovative and sustainable design for Morrison Yard Apartments during Environmental Awareness Month
September 27, 2022
SeamonWhiteside (SW+), a full-service site design firm throughout the Carolinas, provided master planning, civil engineering, landscape architecture, permitting, and construction administration for Morrison Yard Apartments, the 4.6-acre, sustainably focused mixed-use…
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Brandon expands client services team with two new hires
September 27, 2022
Brandon, an integrated data-driven, digitally-centric marketing firm specializing in B2B, healthcare, financial services, telecommunications, outdoor lifestyles, lifestyle apparel, travel and tourism, consumer packaged goods, real estate, utilities, and fitness categories,…
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BASF hosting job fair for its Greenville and Spartanburg sites this Friday
September 27, 2022
BASF will be holding a job fair on Friday, September 30 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Embassy Suites located at 670 Verdae Boulevard, Greenville, South Carolina. On-site…
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Countybank continues to grow Trust Department
September 27, 2022
Countybank announced that Shellie Miller, Senior Vice President, has been named Senior Trust Officer and Jordan Earle has joined Countybank as Vice President, Trust Officer. As Senior Trust Officer, Miller…
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