Top food stylist and cookbook author Victoria Granof featured at sit down supper and book signing
September 30, 2024
Event to Be Held At M. Judson Booksellers On Sunday, October 27th, 2024, 6:30pm – 8:30pm Victoria Granof, a James Beard Award Finalist, Cordon Bleu graduate, and one of the…
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Sustain SC and The Shi Institute at Furman University welcome the fourth class of SLI fellows
September 30, 2024
Sustain SC and The Shi Institute for Sustainable Communities at Furman University introduced the 2025 class of Sustainability Leadership Initiative (SLI) fellows. Now entering its fourth year, SLI is a collaborative effort between Furman…
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Greenville County officials give storm recovery update; urges the public to stay off the roads; stop hoarding gas
September 29, 2024By Local Contributor Greenville Sheriff Hobart Lewis said during a Sunday afternoon press conference that Greenville county is not experiencing food or fuel shortages. All resupply routes to the Upstate…
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Presbyterian College, Midlands Technical College enter partnership to allow students to transfer and earn a bachelor’s degree in psychology from PC
September 26, 2024
The presidents of Presbyterian College and Midlands Technical College signed an agreement Wednesday that will allow qualified graduates of the Columbia-area school to transfer to PC and earn their four-year…
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Remembering Ken Burger
September 26, 2024
By Tom Poland “Don’t forget to be happy. It’s the only measurement of success that really counts.” – Ken Burger I wish I had known Ken Burger for more…
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Bon Secours Mercy Health recognized as a Top Company for Executive Women and Best Company for Multicultural Women
September 26, 2024
Bon Secours Mercy Health (BSMH) received two national recognitions for its commitment to empowering the careers of women leaders and supporting and developing multicultural women leaders throughout its health system.…
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SC Launch Inc. announces second investment in LifeTagger
September 26, 2024
South Carolina Research Authority’s investment affiliate, SC Launch Inc., has invested $250,000 in LifeTagger. The Ladson-based company develops proximity software that helps businesses and organizations easily connect, engage, and communicate…
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Terry K. Peterson celebrated for lifetime of education improvement advocacy
September 26, 2024
A national leader of large-scale education reform, Terry K. Peterson, PhD, channels years of expertise into his current work with the Riley Institute and other key organizations to expand and improve afterschool and…
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National Medal of Honor Center for Leadership appoints Dr. Justin Habash as senior vice president of leadership programs and chief learning officer
September 26, 2024
The National Medal of Honor Center for Leadership, a newly founded initiative promoting leadership through the Medal of Honor’s core principles, announced Dr. Justin Habash has joined the team as…
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On Track for a record-breaking year, GSP adds another route
September 25, 2024
Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport (GSP) is set for a record-breaking year as it continues to expand its air service, with the latest addition of nonstop service to Washington-Dulles International Airport (IAD)…
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Recruiting Solutions ranked among top 2 in “Best Places to Work in South Carolina”
September 25, 2024
Recruiting Solutions, a leading staffing and recruiting agency, announced its recognition as one of the top two “Best Places to Work in South Carolina” for 2024. This honor reflects the…
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USC Alumni Association announces 2024 Alumni Award recipients
September 25, 2024
The University of South Carolina Alumni Association announced Wednesday (Sept. 25) the recipients of the 2024 Alumni Awards. Clay Owen, ’82, has been named the Algernon Sydney Sullivan Award recipient. This…
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Rebuild Upstate closes on warehouse to expand programs
September 25, 2024
Rebuild Upstate recently closed on a warehouse property in Easley, SC, the first land and building purchase in the organization’s 18-year history. Rebuild Upstate serves low-income homeowners by making repairs…
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BMW Charity Pro-Am presented by TD SYNNEX Champions Upstate Causes in 2024
September 25, 2024
South Carolina Charities, Inc., the non-profit foundation of the BMW Charity Pro-Am presented by TD SYNNEX, is pleased to announce the 2024 tournament has raised more than $625,000 for Upstate…
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Aston partners with owners of The Commons in Greenville’s Unity Park
September 25, 2024
Business expands footprint in Greenville with majority ownership of beloved food hall Aston announced a new partnership with the owners of The Commons, a popular food hall and destination located…
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Beyond Van Gogh and Beyond Monet: The Immersive Experiences coming to the Greenville Convention Center this holiday season!
September 24, 2024
Producer Paquin Entertainment Group announced that Beyond Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience and Beyond Monet: The Immersive Experience, which have sold more than seven million tickets worldwide, will open at…
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Furman University again ranks among U.S. News ‘Best Colleges’
September 24, 2024
Furman University is among the most innovative universities in the country and offers one of the best experiences for first-year students, according to this year’s U.S. News & World Report…
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The Cliffs announces Frank C. Nix as new sales associate at Cliffs Realty
September 24, 2024
Experienced Golf + Private Club Professional Promoted from Within The Cliffs’ Organization The Cliffs announced Frank C. Nix as the newest sales associate at Cliffs Realty. He joins The Asheville…
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Smartpress selects Spartanburg County to establish first South Carolina operation
September 24, 2024Smartpress, a commercial online printing company, announced it selects Spartanburg County to establish the company’s first South Carolina operation. The $9.6 million investment will create 150 new jobs. Smartpress will…
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A Conversation with Harold Singletary, BrightMa Farms
September 24, 2024
From seed to manufacturing, BrightMa Farms is a Charleston-based AgTech company that has built a sustainable circular economy model with industrial hemp as the product. BrightMa Farms brings together state-of-the-art…
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Food Network host and Delta Sigma Theta Sorority national president to headline 2024 Clemson Women’s Roundtable
September 24, 2024
Clemson University’s 4th annual event to feature keynotes, panel discussions, roundtable and networking opportunities The 2024 Clemson University Women’s Roundtable features keynote speakers Cynthia Butler-McIntyre, 24th national president of the Delta Sigma…
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Trudy Mackay elected Laureate Distinguished Fellow by the International Engineering and Technology Institute
September 24, 2024
Trudy Mackay, director of the Clemson University Center for Human Genetics, has been elected a Laureate Distinguished Fellow of the International Engineering and Technology Institute (IETI). She is recognized as…
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School of Nursing faculty recognized for outstanding professional contributions and scholarship
September 24, 2024
Faculty members in the Clemson University School of Nursing have been recognized for their innovative research, scholarship and professional contributions to the field of nursing. According to John Whitcomb, director…
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Clemson FRESH announces inaugural cohort of sustainability leaders
September 24, 2024
The first cohort of the Clemson Fresh Sustainability Leadership Program kicked off the semester Sept. 4 with a seminar titled, “Careers in Sustainability: Networking Skills and Career Paths.” The talk…
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Clemson Extension TEACH Center opens at Citadel Mall
September 24, 2024
Visit the Clemson Extension TEACH Center from 9 a.m. – noon and from 1-4 p.m. Monday through Friday in the Citadel Mall for help with gardening questions or to drop…
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Together SC celebrates the legacy of Madeleine McGee: A Champion of the SC Nonprofit Sector
September 24, 2024
After nearly 14 years of service as President & CEO of Together SC, Madeleine McGee will step down on September 26th. Together SC celebrates her leadership and the collective impact…
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Greenville City Council takes first step to redevelop City Hall
September 23, 2024Exterior photo of City Hall at 206 S. Main Street Transformation is coming to City Hall’s downtown location on Main Street. At its Sept. 23, 2024, meeting, Greenville City Council…
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Thad Dulin appointed Treasurer of the SC Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities Foundation
September 23, 2024
The SC Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities Foundation announced Thad Dulin’s appointment as its new Treasurer. Dulin, an Upstate native and passionate advocate for the arts, brings years…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Ashley Brister, Style Envy
September 23, 2024
The Who’s on the Move, Entrepreneur Minute is an interview in support of the undeniable impact that entrepreneurs have on our communities. We will be highlighting 20 entrepreneurs in each of…
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Publix coming to Aston’s Powdersville Plaza
September 23, 2024
Aston makes significant investment to enhance shopping experience Aston announced the addition of Publix Super Market to Powdersville Plaza. The new store, situated at the northwest corner of Highway 153…
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S.C. Arts Commission launches Creative Careers website
September 23, 2024
Today, the South Carolina Arts Commission formally announced the launch of a new website designed to provide information and insight into the vast career opportunities within the state’s thriving $14…
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Lander’s “fashion forward” students ready for education careers
September 23, 2024
Clothes don’t make the person, but they do form the foundation for a professional wardrobe to help a person shine in their career. Lander University’s College of Education assists students…
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Holliday Dental reaches top 1% of Invisalign® providers in the country
September 23, 2024
The Greenville practice has been named #1 General Dentist Invisalign® Provider in South Carolina and listed among the top 1% nationally. Holliday Dental announced that the practice has received Invisalign’s…
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South Carolina ETV series, “Southern Songwriters with Patrick Davis,” showcases unique musical journey across South Carolina
September 23, 2024
South Carolina ETV announced its newest series, Southern Songwriters with Patrick Davis, with episode one premiering on Oct. 3 at 9 p.m. on ETV-HD. Each of the four one-hour episodes takes…
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Affordable Upstate donates land to support Isaiah 117 House
September 23, 2024
Mario Brown, co-founder of Affordable Upstate, a leading real estate investment firm in the Upstate of South Carolina, has generously donated land to Isaiah 117 House, an organization dedicated to…
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Marketing Minute Video: Navigating a Crisis Like a Pro
September 22, 2024
Denada Jackson, NP Strategy When a crisis hits, where do you turn for guidance? NP Strategy experts are here to help. Vice President Denada Jackson shares crucial steps leaders…
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Lander MBA student refused to let challenges define his future
September 20, 2024
Lander University graduate student Trevor Batastini has an impressive resume of academic and athletic achievements. Before arriving in Greenwood to seek his MBA at Lander, Batastini was an undergraduate student…
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Zoo awarded “Gold Standard” of accreditation
September 20, 2024
For the 34th straight year, the Greenville Zoo earned accreditation through the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA), the gold standard for institutions that provide world-class animal care and welfare.…
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Terracon names Chadwick Johnson Director of Electric Utilities
September 20, 2024
Terracon, a leading national consulting engineering firm comprised of engineers, scientists, architects, facilities experts, and field professionals, has named Chadwick Johnson Director of Electric Utilities. He will be responsible for business and…
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Flock and Rally Co-Founder Tracie Broom serves as president of national agency network, PRConsultants Group
September 19, 2024
Tracie Broom, co-founder of Flock and Rally: Integrated Communications + Marketing, was elected to serve as 2024 president of a national association of independent PR firms, PRConsultants Group. Founded in…
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State honors R.B. Simms and Landrum Water Treatment Facilities
September 19, 2024
Small number of water utilities across South Carolina receive recognition by Area-Wide Optimization Program The Landrum and R.B. Simms Water Treatment Facilities received the South Carolina Area-Wide Optimization Excellence Award…
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Rogue Squirrel
September 19, 2024
By Tom Poland For two summers now I have battled a rogue squirrel, and the score is squirrel 100, Tom zero. He raids my “go to” hummingbird feeder, and…
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Angels Charge Ministry celebrates 10th anniversary with 2nd annual Second Chance Supper On Tuesday, October 1, 2024!
September 19, 2024
The public is invited to be a part of a significant milestone- Angels Charge Ministry’s 10th anniversary celebration with their 2nd annual Second Chance Supper. This event, scheduled for Tuesday,…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Kelly Barnes, Yachtail Vodka Cocktail
September 19, 2024
The Who’s on the Move, Entrepreneur Minute is an interview in support of the undeniable impact that entrepreneurs have on our communities. We will be highlighting 20 entrepreneurs in each of…
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SCETV announces NextLens Online Film Festival, showcasing South Carolina’s brightest young filmmakers
September 19, 2024
South Carolina ETV (SCETV) announced the NextLens Online Film Festival, an exciting opportunity for emerging filmmakers aged 16-26 to showcase their talent, creativity and vision. Designed to highlight the voices…
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OneSpartanburg, Inc. announces 45th Leadership Spartanburg class
September 19, 2024
OneSpartanburg, Inc., the Carolinas only consolidated business, economic, and tourism development entity, announced the participants for the 45th class of Leadership Spartanburg. The class will get to know Spartanburg County…
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McMillan Pazdan Smith appoints new Sustainable Design Leader
September 19, 2024
Jenny Heim, AIA, NCARB, LEED AP BD+C, Fitwel Ambassador, has been elevated to the role of Sustainable Design Leader for McMillan Pazdan Smith Architecture. Since joining MPS two years ago,…
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Spartanburg Water awarded for more than 50 Years of Fluoridation
September 19, 2024
The South Carolina Department of Environmental Services (SCDES) announced that the R.B. Simms Drinking Water Treatment Facility was recently honored with a Water Fluoridation Quality Award from the U.S. Centers…
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Image Studios is coming to the BullStreet District this fall
September 19, 2024
The redefinition of the way beauty professionals work and thrive is coming to Columbia, S.C. IMAGE Studios® is slated to open its first luxury salon studio in Columbia this November…
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Greater Good Greenville unveils comprehensive philanthropic landscape study of Greenville County
September 18, 2024
Greater Good Greenville, in collaboration with local funders and nonprofits, announced the findings of its groundbreaking Philanthropic Landscape analysis of Greenville County at an event on September 17. The study…
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