Giving to Furman tops $40 million in fiscal year 2023
August 2, 2023
Philanthropic contributions to Furman University in fiscal year 2023 reached $41.6 million, marking the third year in a row that giving topped $40 million, despite downward trends in giving nationally…
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Charleston Water System Citizens Academy applications open through Aug. 20!
August 2, 2023
Charleston Water System (CWS) is accepting applications from customers 18 and older for its annual Citizens Academy through Aug. 20 at www.charlestonwater.com\CitizensAcademy. Five weekly sessions held 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.…
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Tapestry Celebrates 37 Years with Two Days of Celebration and Sales
August 2, 2023
The wait is over. Almost. Tapestry is putting the final touches on a celebration you will not want to miss. The 37th anniversary will be a two day event of…
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Groundbreaking Ceremony Marks Start of The Tavern’s New Dream Center – A Vision Seven Years in the Making
August 2, 2023
The Tavern broke ground Sunday, July 30, 2023 for their new Dream Center, which will be 15,494 square feet and seat over 420 people. It will be one of the…
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Special Election Sees Low Voter Turnout as Chip Jenkins Wins Seat 7 on Laurens County District 55 School Board and Two Seats Go To Runoff
August 2, 2023
Yesterday, a special election took place to fill Seat 7 on the Laurens County District 55 School Board, which was previously held by Bubba Rawl. The voter turnout for the…
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Barnes Alford attorneys selected as Legal Elites
August 2, 2023
Barnes Alford attorneys Weldon R. Johnson, David G. Wolff, Kay Gaffney Crowe, Alan J. Reyner, Richard C. Thomas, Robert T. Strickland, Curtis W. Dowling, Matthew G. Gerrald, Emily Collins Brown,…
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Lumberyard Lineup
August 2, 2023
It’s a busy week with kids, teachers and parents returning to school. To celebrate the completion of the first week of school stop by the Lumberyard for a cold one…
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Cyberwoven, a South Carolina-based digital agency, promotes four
August 2, 2023
Cyberwoven, an award-winning digital agency located in the heart of South Carolina, is pleased to announce the following promotions. Since joining Cyberwoven, each ‘Weaver continues to grow, not only in…
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Community Hub, LLC acquires Danny Smith’s Fillin & Fixin station in Simpsonville
August 2, 2023
Community Hub, LLC, a Greenville, S.C.-based real estate and development group, is proud to announce the acquisition of Danny Smith’s Fillin & Fixin service station located in the heart of…
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Columbia Business Monthly names 24 Robinson Gray attorneys to its Legal Elite list
August 2, 2023
Columbia Business Monthly has named 24 Robinson Gray attorneys to its “Legal Elite of the Midlands” list for 2023, with seven of them being among the top vote-getters. The list…
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Bunnell-Lammons Engineering, Inc. promotes Andrew Colby to Columbia Branch Manager
August 2, 2023
Bunnell-Lammons Engineering, Inc. (BLE) proudly announces the promotion of Andrew Colby to Branch Manager at their Columbia office. With over 20 years of experience at BLE, Mr. Colby has demonstrated…
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Huntington Beach State Park, Pawleys Island earn spots on prestigious list
August 2, 2023
Southern Living, one of the most respected names in lifestyle and travel journalism, has unveiled its list of “Our 25 Favorite Fall Beach Destinations,” and, according to the venerable publication,…
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Nine SMITH I ROBINSON attorneys selected to the 2023 listing of “Midlands Legal Elite” by Columbia Business Monthly
August 2, 2023
Murrell Smith receives top votes in Medical Malpractice Defense category SMITH I ROBINSON announced that several of its attorneys have been selected to the 2023 listing of the “Midlands Legal…
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22 Turner Padget attorneys named among Charleston, Columbia and Greenville’s Legal Elite
August 2, 2023
Turner Padget is pleased to announce that 22 of its attorneys have been included among Charleston Business Magazine, Columbia Business Monthly and Greenville Business Magazine’s 2023 list of Legal Elite.…
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Upcountry Fiber launches new multi-gig broadband internet service offering to address increased household bandwidth needs
August 2, 2023
Upcountry Fiber, the internet service provider created by utility cooperatives Blue Ridge Electric Co-op (BREC) and WCFIBER, a subsidiary of West Carolina Rural Telephone Cooperative (WCTEL), has launched a new…
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ScanSource, Inc. receives 2023 Workplace Excellence Award for Tech Culture from TMCnet
August 2, 2023
Award recognizes companies with unique culture and strong commitment to employee satisfaction ScanSource, Inc. (NASDAQ: SCSC), a leading hybrid distributor connecting devices to the cloud, announced that TMCnet, a leading…
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The Peninsula of Charleston announces new team members at King Street Sales Gallery
August 2, 2023
The Peninsula of Charleston, an ownership model life-plan community coming to downtown Charleston in late 2026/early 2027, announced two new hires at the community’s sales gallery at 573 King Street.…
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Greenville Jewish Federation hires inaugural CEO
August 2, 2023
The nonprofit dedicated to strengthening the Upstate’s vibrant Jewish community has hired community leader Courtney Tessler to be its CEO – a first for the 76-year-old organization. The Greenville Jewish…
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Richland One offering Golden Activities Passes for senior citizens
August 2, 2023
Columbia residents Allen Stewart (left) and Deborah McClary Stewart (right) pick up their Golden Activities Passes. Senior citizens age 60 and older who live within the Richland One school attendance…
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Blink Book Review #8: The Personal Librarian by Marie Benedict and Victoria Christopher Murray
August 2, 2023
By Reba Hull Campbell “The Personal Librarian” by Marie Benedict and Victoria Christopher Murray was such a delightful surprise. Historical fiction isn’t normally my top reading choice, but to stay…
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Glasgow to co-chair national philanthropic organization
August 2, 2023
Greenville resident Maggie Glasgow has been appointed one of two co-chairs of Philanos, the nation’s largest women’s collective giving network. Glasgow, who is also a longtime member of Greenville Women…
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South Carolina’s 2023 Tax Free Weekend launches on Friday
August 2, 2023
South Carolina’s annual Tax Free Weekend starts this Friday at 12:00 a.m. and ends Sunday at 11:59 p.m. What you need to know: South Carolina’s annual Tax Free Weekend starts…
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City Council Highlights | August 1, 2023
August 2, 2023During the consent agenda portion of the City Council Meeting, City Council approved the first of three sanitary sewer projects that will upgrade the existing system to serve the new…
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Thomas, Lewis named to “Legal Elite of the Midlands”
August 1, 2023
Brady Thomas and Will Lewis, two of the Richardson Thomas founding partners, are included in the 2023 edition of “Legal Elite of the Midlands.” Thomas is recognized for his work…
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Keith Babcock honored for sixth year in ‘Legal Elite’ list
August 1, 2023
For the sixth year in a row, Lewis Babcock founding partner Keith Babcock has been honored by Columbia Business Monthly in its annual “Legal Elite of the Midlands” list for…
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Columbia Business Monthly again includes Duggan in 2023 ‘Legal Elite’
August 1, 2023
Ian Duggan, a member with Callison Tighe & Robinson law firm, has again been included in Columbia Business Monthly’s “Legal Elite of the Midlands” list. This is his third year…
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Five Bluestein Attorneys named to 2023 Legal Elite of the Midlands
August 1, 2023
This year, Columbia Business Monthly has named five Bluestein Attorneys to its “Legal Elite of the Midlands” list. The list recognizes attorneys in the Midlands based on the views of…
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8 at Burnette Shutt & McDaniel included in new edition of “Legal Elite”
August 1, 2023
Eight attorneys at Burnette Shutt & McDaniel are included in the 2023 edition of “Legal Elite of the Midlands,” an annual guide based on a poll of the region’s lawyers.…
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College of Charleston raises more than $20 million for third year in a row
August 1, 2023
The College of Charleston Institutional Advancement team raised $20.6 million in gifts and commitments in fiscal year 2023 (FY23), continuing the trend that began during the COVID-19 pandemic. “Our passionate…
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Smoked plans to open underground speakeasy, “The Burnline”, to the public
August 1, 2023
Smoked, an upscale contemporary dining restaurant nestled in the heart of the Historic Main Street District, is excited to soon unveil its upcoming expansion project. Their exclusive underground speakeasy, The…
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Summerville Orchestra kicks off its new season “A Platinum Jubilee”
August 1, 2023
The Summerville Orchestra (S.O.) celebrates its 20th season this year with an All-Star lineup of both well-loved classics and contemporary works. The concerts’ focus is celebration, in keeping with its…
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Bassist/vocalist Mimi Jones headlines USC Jazz Festival
August 1, 2023
The University of South Carolina Jazz Festival is a learning, adjudication and performance opportunity for regional high school and middle school jazz students to perform for and work with USC’s…
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Veteran healthcare leaders aim to bridge medical care gaps with new company
August 1, 2023For the past three years, a group of skilled former medical care leaders have heard almost weekly stories from friends, neighbors and former co-workers about their dissatisfaction with the state…
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Gov. Henry McMaster Signs Fentanyl Trafficking Bill Into Law
August 1, 2023
Renews Call for Legislators to Close Revolving Door for Criminals with Illegal Guns Governor Henry McMaster was joined today by Lieutenant Governor Pamela S. Evette, state and local law enforcement…
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Disability Rights South Carolina launches “Voting is My Right” campaign
August 1, 2023
The statewide campaign promotes voter registration, education and participation among young people with disabilities in South Carolina. Disability Rights South Carolina, a nonprofit organization that protects and advances the legal,…
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Lander Forges New Exchange Partnership with University in Mexico
August 1, 2023
Lander University students now have another study abroad opportunity thanks to new exchange partnership between Lander and the Universidad de Monterrey (UDEM) in Mexico, officials announced Tuesday, Aug. 1. “We…
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Kiawah Island Club’s Second Annual HEARTest Yard Celebrity Classic raises $300,000
August 1, 2023Greg Olsen presents check to MUSC Children’s Hospital on July 28th to help expand pediatric cardiovascular foundation’s services to patients and families in the Charleston region Kiawah Island Club –…
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Next Diaper Drive Thru – August 8 in Laurens
August 1, 2023
If you have a young child in diapers, you know that diapers are expensive! The goal of the Diaper Drive Thru initiative is to help with that cost. It’s a…
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Walk, Worship & Prayer Event Unites Community in Support of Upcoming School Year
August 1, 2023
On a warm Sunday evening, members of the Clinton community came together in a display of unity and faith as the “Walk, Worship & Prayer” event took place. Organized by…
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Amazing eats in August with Food Truck Friday
August 1, 2023
The City of Columbia continues the exciting initiative Food Truck Fridays through the month of August. There will be new food vendors and the food trucks will operate from one location. The City of Columbia Food Truck Fridays…
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MUSC ranked state’s No. 1 hospital ninth year in row
August 1, 2023
U.S. News & World Report releases annual national rankings MUSC Health University Medical Center in Charleston was named by U.S. News & World Report for the ninth year in a…
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Mount Pleasant Chamber of Commerce finds a home
August 1, 2023
Encouraging Business and Community Success East of the Cooper The Mount Pleasant Chamber of Commerce (MPCC) has found a place to call home at 534 Johnnie Dodds Blvd. With a 2,000…
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Marriage and being a pro athlete
August 1, 2023
By Jeff Becraft I am actually a professional athlete… who is yet to be discovered. I am playing injured right now, though. It’s what professional athletes have to do. I…
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SCRA announces new member companies and grant funding
August 1, 2023
DRAHOLA Technologies, Heirloom Cloud, Lynk-ed, and Rapid Title were accepted as South Carolina Research Authority Member Companies. Apex Orthopaedic Technologies and Real Motors received new grant funding. All SCRA Member…
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USC to admit top 10% of S.C. high school class
August 1, 2023
All South Carolina students who are ranked in the top 10 percent of their high school graduating class will be guaranteed admission to the University of South Carolina’s Columbia campus…
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Historic Columbia announces August 2023 events
August 1, 2023
Historic Columbia is excited to announce programming and events for August 2023. See the full list of August events below and be sure to leave room in your calendar to…
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PCSP’s Dr. Giuseppe Gumina Wins National Award for Teaching and Leadership
August 1, 2023
The American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy presented Presbyterian College School of Pharmacy dean Dr. Giuseppe Gumina with a prestigious national award at the organization’s annual meeting on July 25…
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Tapestry Turns 37: Join Us for a Spectacular Anniversary Weekend Celebration!
July 31, 2023
Mark your calendars and get ready to celebrate as Tapestry, the beloved boutique of Laurens County, gears up to commemorate its 37th anniversary with a weekend full of excitement, special…
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August 1: First Day of School and Election Day for LCSD55 School Board Seats
July 31, 2023
August 1 is the first day of school in Laurens County and election day for three open seats on the LCSD55 school board. The open positions are Seat 1, Seat…
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Laurens County Community Foundation Gives Scholarships to Local Students
July 31, 2023
The Laurens County Community Foundation (LCCF) is pleased to announce scholarships totaling around $50,000 given to support and benefit the lives of citizens in Laurens County. Furthering its mission to…
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