South Carolinians favor repairing schools before roads, new poll finds
December 1, 2016
Fifty-four percent of South Carolinians favor fixing the state’s schools before repairing roads. That is among the surprising findings of a newly released scientific poll of 600 residents conducted across…
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South Carolinians favor repairing schools before roads, new poll finds
December 1, 2016
Fifty-four percent of South Carolinians favor fixing the state’s schools before repairing roads. That is among the surprising findings of a newly released scientific poll of 600 residents conducted across…
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Founders pays $4.5 million Loyalty Dividend to members
December 1, 2016
Founders Federal Credit Union distributed a $4.5 Million Loyalty Dividend to its members on December 1. The Loyalty Dividend posted to approximately 117,000 qualified member accounts, based on their relationship…
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South Carolina Association of Technical College Commissioners announces new board
December 1, 2016
The South Carolina Association of Technical College Commissioners announces the election of new board members, appointed in June for terms to run two years. Herbert Watts, who serves on the…
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South Carolina Association of Technical College Commissioners announces new board
December 1, 2016
The South Carolina Association of Technical College Commissioners announces the election of new board members, appointed in June for terms to run two years. Herbert Watts, who serves on the…
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SCRA announces investments in three SC Launch companies
December 1, 2016
SCRA’s SC Launch program announced investments in three South Carolina companies. VRM Labs, APP Squared and Tradeversity received funding ranging from $100,000 to $200,000. The SC Launch program is SCRA’s…
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SCRA announces investments in three SC Launch companies
December 1, 2016SCRA’s SC Launch program announced investments in three South Carolina companies. VRM Labs, APP Squared and Tradeversity received funding ranging from $100,000 to $200,000. The SC Launch program is SCRA’s…
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4A’s Foundation appoints Joe Erwin as new board chair
December 1, 2016
Career Marketing Executive Will Help Lead the Foundation into the Future The 4A’s Foundation, the 501(c)(3) organization of America’s leading trade association representing the advertising agency business, today announced Joe…
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IT consulting firm EDTS adds Philip Linehan to sales team
December 1, 2016
Veteran sales professional Philip J. Linehan has joined EDTS, a regional technology consulting firm that specializes in providing managed I.T. services, network security and advanced infrastructure solutions to organizations across…
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Sonoco announces senior leadership changes
November 30, 2016
Tiede Appointed Chief Operating Officer; Arthur, Coker and Fuller Promoted to Senior VP of Company’s Global Businesses Sonoco (NYSE:SON), one of the largest global diversified packaging companies, today announced several…
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North & South Carolina rank in top 6 in the country in the Merit Shop Scorecard
November 30, 2016
The Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) released its annual “Building America: The Merit Shop Scorecard,” which reviews and grades state-specific policies and information significant to the success of the commercial…
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Ashland expanding operations in Greenville County
November 30, 2016
Ashland, a premier global specialty chemicals company, is expanding its existing Greenville County operations in order to accommodate continued growth. This new expansion is projected to bring at least $5.6…
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Holiday Music Series
November 30, 2016
The Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport (GSP) is excited about its annual Holiday Music Series. This year, we’ve added more performances to the schedule. Anyone in the terminal including passengers, those meeting…
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Clemson horticulture, Landscape Services teach proper tree planting
November 30, 2016
Clemson University students are learning from the best about how to correctly plant a tree and watch it grow. And a Clemson horticulturist has some expert advice to help homeowners…
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DHEC encourages HIV testing in recognition of World AIDS Day 2016
November 30, 2016
World AIDS Day is December 1, and the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) is encouraging South Carolinians to get tested, the agency announced today. “More than…
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DHEC encourages HIV testing in recognition of World AIDS Day 2016
November 30, 2016
World AIDS Day is December 1, and the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) is encouraging South Carolinians to get tested, the agency announced today. “More than…
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Flock and Rally Wins “Star of the Show” Prize at International Association of Business Communicators S.C. Chapter (IABC/SC) 2016 Palmetto Awards
November 30, 2016The “Star of the Show” award – equivalent to a “Best in Show” prize – was given to Flock and Rally, a women-owned integrated communications firm based in Columbia, S.C.,…
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Flock and Rally wins “Star of the Show” prize at International Association of Business Communicators S.C. Chapter (IABC/SC) 2016 Palmetto Awards
November 30, 2016The “Star of the Show” award – equivalent to a “Best in Show” prize – was given to Flock and Rally, a women-owned integrated communications firm based in Columbia, S.C.,…
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Safran expands existing Charleston County operations
November 29, 2016
Safran – a leading provider of systems and equipment for aircraft, including the Boeing 787 Dreamliner – has expanded its Charleston County footprint by constructing a new facility adjacent to…
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Wilson Associates Real Estate announced addition of Realtor Associates
November 29, 2016
Wilson Associates Real Estate announced the addition of Laura McDonald and Mary Allison Zimmerman, Realtor Associates. We are excited about our continued growth and excellence is our standard. Laura McDonald…
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Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announces the top producers for October
November 29, 2016
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS® announces the top producers from each of its residential sales offices for the month of October. These agents and teams earned the highest…
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The Old Cigar Warehouse adds two employees to team
November 29, 2016
The Old Cigar Warehouse has hired Lauren Lyons as its new Venue Captain and Anna-Kate Sherrill as its newest Wedding Director. Lyons began her career at The Old Cigar Warehouse…
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Announcing the 2017 Workforce Innovator Awards!
November 29, 2016
South Carolina is experiencing unprecedented economic development growth. This growth, coupled with the retirement of our baby boomers, mandates increased workforce training. The S.C. Chamber of Commerce’s Workforce Innovator Awards…
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Announcing the 2017 Workforce Innovator Awards!
November 29, 2016South Carolina is experiencing unprecedented economic development growth. This growth, coupled with the retirement of our baby boomers, mandates increased workforce training. The S.C. Chamber of Commerce’s Workforce Innovator Awards…
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Greer Relief announces Greer Christmas Parade Grand Marshal & judges
November 29, 2016
Greer Relief announced that the 2016 Grand Marshal is Chief Dan Reynolds, City of Greer Police Chief. Chief Reynolds and his wife Dawn will lead the parade through Greer on…
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Bob Moffatt named 2017 president of the Greater Greenville Association of REALTORS®
November 29, 2016
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS® announced that Bob Moffatt has been named president of the Greater Greenville Association of REALTORS® (GGAR) for 2017. Moffat has been with C.…
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Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announces the top producers for October
November 29, 2016
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS® announces the top producers from each of its residential sales offices for the month of October. These agents and teams earned the highest…
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Godshall Professional Recruiting and Staffing earns Gold Standard Health Care Certification
November 29, 2016
Godshall Professional Recruiting and Staffing has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® for Health Care Staffing Services (HCSS) Certification. This certification demonstrates assurance to providing qualified health care…
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The Old Cigar Warehouse adds two employees to team
November 29, 2016
The Old Cigar Warehouse has hired Lauren Lyons as its new Venue Captain and Anna-Kate Sherrill as its newest Wedding Director. Lyons began her career at The Old Cigar Warehouse…
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Statements on Cathy Novinger & Judy Davis
November 28, 2016
South Carolina Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Ted Pitts released the following statement on the passing of two of South Carolina’s Business Leaders, Cathy Novinger and Judy Davis, who…
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Godshall Professional Recruiting and Staffing earns Gold Standard Health Care Certification
November 28, 2016
Godshall Professional Recruiting and Staffing has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® for Health Care Staffing Services (HCSS) Certification. This certification demonstrates assurance to providing qualified health care…
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Bob Moffatt named 2017 president of the Greater Greenville Association of REALTORS®
November 28, 2016
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS® announced that Bob Moffatt has been named president of the Greater Greenville Association of REALTORS® (GGAR) for 2017. Moffat has been with C.…
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FordHarrison makes holiday donation to local food banks across the U.S. for eighth consecutive year
November 28, 2016
FordHarrison LLP, one of the country’s largest management-side labor and employment law firms, is pleased to announce that for the eighth consecutive year, in lieu of client holiday gifts, the…
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Middleburg launches local heroes recognition program at Mosby Poinsett
November 28, 2016
Middleburg announced that up to 5% of all apartments at Middleburg-developed and owned communities will be set aside for its new Local Heroes Program. Active, full-time law enforcement officers, firefighters,…
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Statewide coalition hosts Disability Benefits & Employment Workshop
November 28, 2016
The SC Disability Employment Coalition is thrilled to announce their upcoming Disability Benefits & Employment Workshop on Wednesday, December 7, 2016 at the Greenville SC Works Center (225 S. Pleasantburg…
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Statewide coalition hosts Disability Benefits & Employment Workshop
November 28, 2016
The SC Disability Employment Coalition is thrilled to announce their upcoming Disability Benefits & Employment Workshop on Wednesday, December 7, 2016 at the Greenville SC Works Center (225 S. Pleasantburg…
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Phyfer elected to Clemson board of trustees
November 25, 2016
CLEMSON, SC – Business leader Cheri Marie Phyfer has been named to the Clemson University board of trustees, effective Dec. 5. Phyfer is president and general manager of the Diversified…
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The Capital Corporation advises Bradford Industries
November 25, 2016The Capital Corporation is pleased to announce the sale of Bradford Industries, Inc., a Lowell, Massachusetts based producer of coated fabrics and textiles to Wembley Enterprises. Terms of the sale…
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The Capital Corporation advises Bradford Industries
November 25, 2016
The Capital Corporation is pleased to announce the sale of Bradford Industries, Inc., a Lowell, Massachusetts based producer of coated fabrics and textiles to Wembley Enterprises. Terms of the sale…
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Statement from Gov. Nikki Haley
November 23, 2016
Governor Nikki Haley today issued the following statement: “Six years ago, South Carolinians bestowed upon me the greatest honor of my life. They took a chance on a little-known, 38-year…
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Statement from Gov. Nikki Haley
November 23, 2016
Governor Nikki Haley today issued the following statement: “Six years ago, South Carolinians bestowed upon me the greatest honor of my life. They took a chance on a little-known, 38-year…
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Nexsen Pruet attorney Sima Patel appointed to Green Ribbon Advisory Committee
November 22, 2016
Nexsen Pruet attorney Sima Patel has answered the call to serve on the City of Greenville’s Green Ribbon Advisory Committee. The appointment became official at a City Council Meeting on November…
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City announces Greenville Poinsettia Christmas Parade grand marshal
November 22, 2016
The City of Greenville has selected Sandi Morris, a Greenville native and Olympic medalist, to serve as grand marshal for the 2016 Greenville Poinsettia Christmas Parade. Morris will lead over…
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Spartanburg Convention & Visitor’s Bureau hires Visitor Services Coordinator
November 22, 2016
SPARTANBURG, SC – The Spartanburg Convention & Visitor’s Bureau (SCVB) is pleased to welcome Megan Collins as its new Visitor Services Coordinator, assisting the sales team in selling Spartanburg County as a…
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Eastside Family YMCA hires Susan Rankin
November 22, 2016
Susan Rankin, has been hired as the new Development Specialist at the Eastside Family YMCA. Rankin brings 16 years of marketing, sales and client service knowledge to the YMCA of…
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Two senior university leaders receive promotions
November 22, 2016
Clemson University President James P. Clements today announced promotions for two senior university leaders to reflect their current responsibilities and in recognition of the recent growth in the scope of their…
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Adger Solar investing $200 million in Clarendon County solar projects
November 22, 2016
Solar Farm Development To Bring $200 Million In New Investment Adger Solar, a clean energy development company, intends to invest $200 million in two separate solar farm projects in Clarendon…
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Adger Solar investing $200 million in Clarendon County solar projects
November 22, 2016
Solar Farm Development To Bring $200 Million In New Investment Adger Solar, a clean energy development company, intends to invest $200 million in two separate solar farm projects in Clarendon…
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Jackson Named a 2017 Top Shop for Third Consecutive Year
November 22, 2016
Jackson Marketing, Motorsports & Events, South Carolina’s second largest integrated marketing communications and events agency, has been named a 2017 B2B Top Shop, a listing of the top U.S. B2B…
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Red Cross issues safe cooking tips as Thanksgiving approaches
November 22, 2016Thanksgiving is almost here – a time when many people will prepare a holiday feast with their loved ones. The American Red Cross has steps people can follow to stay…
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