American photographer JoAnn Verburg designs the 2021 Spoleto Festival USA poster
May 11, 2021Featuring one of the artist’s signature subjects: olive trees near her home in Spoleto, Italy. Festival General Director Nigel Redden revealed the 2021 season poster, featuring the work of American…
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Attorney General Alan Wilson announces price gouging statute in effect because of pipeline disruption
May 11, 2021
(COLUMBIA, SC) – South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson today announced that he has declared an abnormal disruption in the market following the hacking of the Colonial Pipeline and therefore the…
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PGA of America shares official spectator guide & tips for upcoming PGA Championship
May 11, 2021
Organizers encourage all attendees to review the digital spectator guide in advance to plan ahead for the 2021 PGA Championship The official PGA Championship spectator guide has been released for…
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Buist and AMHS students advance to National History Day competition
May 11, 2021
Students from Buist Academy and Academic Magnet High School have won National History Day at the state level and will be moving forward to Nationals. This year’s theme was “Communication…
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College of Charleston graduates embrace commencement ceremony at Patriots Point
May 11, 2021
For 250 years, the College of Charleston has held its spring commencement ceremonies in the City of Charleston. That streak ended on Thursday, May 6, 2021, when one of the…
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CofC graduates encouraged to find their passion
May 11, 2021
Leaving a place you’ve come to love is often bittersweet, even when it is a happy departure full of promise and new adventures. That was the feeling among the nearly…
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SOA hosts annual fashion show
May 11, 2021
Charleston County School of the Arts (SOA) Fashion and Design students have been preparing all year for their 8th Annual Fashion Show. The SOA Fashion Show is an exciting event,…
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SC Ports handles record cargo volumes in April
May 11, 2021
South Carolina Ports had a record April for cargo handled at the Port of Charleston, following an all-time cargo record achieved in March. SC Ports reported its strongest April ever…
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Growth Summit reaches new heights with backing from the South Carolina Department of Commerce
May 11, 2021
GrowCo has announced the Sixth Annual Growth Summit to take place on November 18th at Pastides Alumni Center (UofSC) in Columbia, South Carolina. The Growth Summit is South Carolina’s up…
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Ten at the Top hosts workshop on COVID-19 rules and updates for employers
May 11, 2021
This Virtual Event Will Feature Attorney and Topic Expert Michael Nail as Guest Speaker On Thursday, May 6th, the Upstate Entrepreneur Ecosystem will host a “New COVID-19 Rules and Updates…
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Clinton Boys Tennis to Play in Upper State Championship Today
May 11, 2021
If you know anything about Clinton High Tennis you know that they are no strangers to winning. The boys’ tennis team has been on fire all season and tonight at…
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Beatrice Huguenin joins Coldwell Banker Caine in Spartanburg
May 11, 2021
Coldwell Banker Caine recently welcomed Beatrice Huguenin to its Spartanburg office. A Swiss native, fluent in both French and English, Beatrice moved to the Upstate from Ocala, Florida just over…
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Chapman Cultural Center promotes Dawkins to facilities director
May 11, 2021
Chapman Cultural Center is pleased to announce that Tarah S. Dawkins has been promoted to the Director of Facility Operations for Chapman Cultural Center. Dawkins joined the organization in 2016…
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F. Hunt Enterprise to build distribution operations in Clarendon County
May 11, 2021
F. Hunt Enterprise, a distributor of one of the nation’s largest made-to-order pizza brands in convenience stores, announces plans to build distribution space in Clarendon County, South Carolina. The company…
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Hill Electric employee recognized as EC&M 30 Under 30 All-Star
May 11, 2021
EC&M, a trade publication for electrical professionals, recently recognized Ricky Smith of Hill Electric as one of their 30 Under 30 All-Stars for 2021. Smith, who currently serves as a…
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Regal resumes theatre operations at additional area locations
May 11, 2021
WHAT: Regal is proud to announce 4 additional theatres in your coverage area will open this Friday, May 7. Guy Ritchie’s Wrath of Man will headline new movies including Mortal Kombat and Godzilla vs. Kong along…
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Elizabeth Foster Clarke joins Caldwell Banker Caine in Greenville
May 11, 2021
Coldwell Banker Caine recently welcomed Elizabeth Foster Clarke to its Greenville office. Elizabeth grew up in South Carolina but moved away for graduate school. She later returned to Greenville in…
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Randall Jameson receives 2021 Adjunct Faculty Presidential Award
May 11, 2021
Randall Jameson, who teaches residential and commercial electrical wiring classes for Tri-County Technical College’s Corporate and Community Education (CCE) Division, received the College’s 2021 Adjunct Faculty Presidential Award. This award…
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GTCHS student selected for The Gates Scholarship
May 11, 2021
Natalia Medina Avendano, a senior at Greenville Technical Charter High School (GTCHS), has been selected as a Gates Scholar for The Gates Scholarship Class of 2021. The Gates Scholarship is…
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Governor’s School for Science + Mathematics Foundation announces new Board Member
May 11, 2021
The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science + Mathematics (GSSM) Foundation is pleased to welcome a new member to its Board of Directors. Sarah P. Spruill, a 1993 graduate of…
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We’re Not Out of the Woods Yet! Continuing Safety Measures for Those Vaccinated Against COVID-19
May 11, 2021
By Mike DuBose If you’re one of the more than 56% of American adults who has received your first COVID-19 shot, congratulations! You have seen through the misinformation and conspiracy…
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Hey, Boomer podcast and brand launched
May 11, 2021
Aging with purpose. Hey, Boomer podcast and brand launched. Greenville, SC woman leads the way. Baby Boomers, born between 1946 and 1964, have some newfound time and energy. Aging is taking…
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Freshfields Village celebrates spring with seasonal events
May 11, 2021
Freshfields Village, located at the crossroads of Kiawah and Seabrook islands, will offer various events to celebrate the spring season throughout May for locals and visitors alike. “We’re excited to…
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Jennifer Sorrentino joins the Pelham Road Office of C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS
May 11, 2021
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announced that Jennifer Sorrentino has joined the company’s Pelham Road office as a sales associate. Jennifer Sorrentino is a native of the Upstate…
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Two PC football players named All-America
May 11, 2021
A pair of Presbyterian College seniors, Colby Campbell and Keith Pearson, earned FCS All-America accolades. Both are South Carolinians. Campbell is from Montmorenci and South Aiken High School, Pearson from…
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Trail Life USA 2nd annual Backyard Concert & Campout welcomes special guest speaker Dennis Rainey
May 11, 2021
Join Live Broadcast Friday, May 21 at 9:00 PM ET Also Featuring Daniel Huerta and Musical Guests Joel and Luke Smallbone of ‘For King and Country’ Thousands of families and…
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Spartanburg BCycle Ride Share program celebrates 10 years during #NationalBikeMonth in May
May 11, 2021
Spartanburg BCycle, the southeast’s first bike share program, is celebrating ten years in May during National Bike Month. The Spartanburg BCycle program is owned and operated by Partners for Active…
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Major Darrell Hill receives Distinguished Alumni Award
May 11, 2021
Major Darrell Hill’s work ethic and his character have served him well over the last 32 years in law enforcement. He is among the first members of the command staff…
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Stacie Hogan joins the North Pleasantburg Drive Office of C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS
May 11, 2021
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announced that Stacie Hogan has joined the company’s North Pleasantburg Drive office as a sales associate. Stacie Hogan relocated with her family to…
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Doug Wilson receives Presidential Medallion for Instructional Excellence
May 11, 2021
Doug Wilson is energized by investing in others’ lives. His passion for education and mentoring is evident in every aspect of his life: in his teaching at Tri-County Technical College…
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Katie Phillips joins the Spartanburg Office of C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS
May 11, 2021
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announced that Katie Phillips has joined the company’s Spartanburg office as a sales associate. Katie Phillips is a devoted Christian, wife, and mother.…
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Countybank Foundation donates $1,500 to Faith Home
May 11, 2021The Countybank Foundation recently donated $1,500 to Faith Home, a Christian rehabilitation program for men and women seeking treatment for alcoholism and drug addiction. “We are so grateful for the…
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An Evening of Rachel Lynett Short Plays
May 11, 2021Proud Mary Theatre Company continues our groundbreaking play series featuring playwrights of color with An Evening of Rachel Lynett Short Plays streaming free May 20-23. This double-feature of short plays – In Transit and Choosing…
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CIU’s School of Business & Professional Studies to host high school summer Business & Leadership Academy
May 11, 2021
Columbia International University’s School of Business & Professional Studies will host a summer Business & Leadership Academy for high school students in grades 9-12 from July 12-15 from 8 a.m.…
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Colliers’ David Lockwood appointed SIOR Global Vice President
May 11, 2021
After serving a one-year term as vice president, Lockwood will serve as president-elect for a year and then step into the presidency of SIOR in the fall of 2023 Charleston/Columbia/Greenville/Spartanburg,…
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Colliers Report: 2021 Q1 Industrial South Carolina Report
May 11, 2021Key Takeaways: Overall absorption totaled 5.5 million square feet during the first quarter of 2021 Market lease rates are expected to continue to rise making speculative development more feasible South…
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Infinity Marketing named SCPRSA and Healthcare Advertising Award winner
May 11, 2021
Infinity Marketing, a fully integrated marketing agency in the Upstate, won five South Carolina Public Relations Society of America (SCPRSA) Awards and two Healthcare Advertising Awards for projects ranging from…
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The Barbara Stone Foundation to host Bingo Bash – May 23 at Carolina Bauernhaus in West End Village
May 11, 2021
The Barbara Stone Foundation, a non-profit organization focused on supporting visionary and creative programs for individuals with disabilities, is hosting the 4th annual Bingo Bash, a free outdoor event at…
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Meridian Waste acquires Eco Waste Services
May 11, 2021
Expands South Carolina Footprint with Additional New Hauling Facility and Expanded Construction Site Services Meridian Waste, an integrated, non-hazardous solid waste services company, announced today it closed on the purchase…
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SCRA announces reporting Xpress investment
May 11, 2021
South Carolina Research Authority (SCRA) announces its affiliate, SC Launch, Inc.’s, investment of $200,000 in Reporting Xpress, Inc. The Columbia-based startup is an online reporting solution for nonprofits and their…
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City of West Columbia promotes pedestrian and driver safety on Sunset Boulevard
May 11, 2021
The City of West Columbia has installed signs to help drivers know what to do at the HAWK traffic signal, on Sunset Boulevard, at Capitol Square. Some drivers have reported…
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Matt Utecht named 2021 Best Lawyers® “Lawyer of the Year” for Health Care Law in Greenville
May 11, 2021
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd announced that Matt Utecht was recently recognized by Best Lawyers as the 2021 “Lawyer of the Year” for Health Care Law in Greenville. For nearly 30 years,…
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Applications open for 2021 Ethel Bolden Minority Fellowship
May 11, 2021
The Richland Library Friends and Foundation is currently accepting applications for the 2021 Ethel Bolden Minority Fellowship. The $3,500 fellowship encourages and provides support to students from underserved and underrepresented…
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Laurens County Gets Social
May 10, 2021
Great things are happening in Laurens County, but you can’t possibly be everywhere at once. That’s where our new feature on the BUZZ, the social scene, comes into play. We…
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Mary Winter Teaster brokers expansion of Mental Illness Recovery Center, Inc. at 1516 Gregg Street in Columbia
May 10, 2021
Colliers | South Carolina’s Mary Winter Teaster represented the tenant, Mental Illness Recovery Center, Inc. (MIRCI), in the lease of a ±3,600-square-foot office building at 1516 Gregg Street in Columbia.…
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Martha Franks Retirement Community Recognizes Recipient of the 2021 Resident Volunteer Award
May 10, 2021
Luther Townsend: Simply for the love of giving and for the benefit of the community My first encounter with Luther Townsend was standing at the door waiting a couple of…
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Interim HealthCare expands home health care services to Abbeville
May 10, 2021
Interim HealthCare, a leading Upstate area provider of home health, hospice, and personal care services, has announced that it is expanding services into Abbeville County. With more than 600 highly…
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Laurens County Council to Meet on Tuesday for Regularly Scheduled Meeting
May 10, 2021
Laurens County Council is will meet on Tuesday, May 11, 2021 for a regularly scheduled meeting. Following the opening of the meeting, Invocation, Pledge of Allegiance, and approval of the…
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Laurens Academy Prom Night – A Grand Affair
May 10, 2021
Saturday, May 8th was “Prom Night” for Laurens Academy. The event was held at the Laurens County Museum in the new renovated Witherspoon Building. The building served as the perfect…
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Relic Room to offer free summer admission to military personnel and families
May 10, 2021
The South Carolina Confederate Relic Room and Military Museum will join museums nationwide in the Blue Star Museums initiative, a program that provides free admission to currently-serving U.S. military personnel…
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