Volta V sales to help support Upstate Forever
February 2, 2017
The Upstate company revolutionizing the computer industry by focusing on sustainability is working to assist the organization that focuses on sustainability across the region. Computer Direct Outlet will give a…
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10x digital announces intern Mackenzie Wilton
February 2, 2017
10x digital announced that Mackenzie Wilton will serve as an intern for the agency during Spring 2017. Wilton holds a BA in English with writing and publication studies from Clemson…
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Tradewind Energy establishing new solar project in Orangeburg County
February 1, 2017
Development Would Bring Approximately $85 Million Investment Tradewind Energy, one of the largest independent renewable energy development companies in the United States, is launching a new solar production facility in…
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Furman University listed among 200 colleges that pay you back
February 1, 2017Furman University is among the colleges and universities featured in the 2017 edition of The Princeton Review’sColleges That Pay You Back: The 200 Schools That Give You the Best Bang…
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Lori Bayne joins Coldwell Banker Caine in Greenville
February 1, 2017
Coldwell Banker Caine recently welcomed Lori Bayne as a residential sales agent to its Greenville office. Lori joins the firm with extensive experience with another Upstate real estate company where…
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Wright hired as vice president for advancement at Greenville Technical College
February 1, 2017
Ann Wright begins work today as vice president for advancement with the Greenville Tech Foundation. Ann has spent the last three decades with the American Red Cross. She started as…
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Crawford Strategy earns recognition at Healthcare Communicator Conference
February 1, 2017
Crawford Strategy, a full service agency committed to providing creative communications solutions to businesses, recently received an award from the Carolina Healthcare Public Relations and Marketing Society (CHPRMS) for a…
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Carolina Alliance reports its 2016 annual and fourth quarter results
February 1, 2017
Carolina Alliance Bank (OTCQX:CRLN) today reported its 2016 annual and fourth quarter financial results. Net income available to common shareholders of $4.1 million, or $0.63 per diluted common share, was…
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Ameris Bank Mortgage Services welcomes Craig Benton as new Upstate Regional Mortgage Manager
February 1, 2017
GREENVILLE, SC – Ameris Bank Mortgage Services is pleased to announce that Craig Benton has joined the Ameris Bank team. As the Upstate Regional Mortgage Manager, Benton will be responsible…
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Secretary of Transportation presents 2017 “State of SCDOT”
February 1, 2017
Secretary of Transportation Christy A. Hall presented the “State of SCDOT” report for 2017 to the Senate Transportation Committee on February 1, 2017. The annual review provided the current status…
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SANDLAPPER Securities, LLC raises $40.34 million for six land acquisitions for Webb Creek Management Group, LLC
February 1, 2017
SANDLAPPER Securities, LLC (“SANDLAPPER”) raised $40.34 million for six land acquisitions syndications (“Companies”) sponsored by Webb Creek Management Group, LLC (“Webb Creek”) in 2016. Webb Creek Management Group, LLC, is…
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10x digital announces intern Mackenzie Wilton
February 1, 2017
10x digital announced that Mackenzie Wilton will serve as an intern for the agency during Spring 2017. Wilton holds a BA in English with writing and publication studies from Clemson…
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Volta V sales to help support Upstate Forever
February 1, 2017
The Upstate company revolutionizing the computer industry by focusing on sustainability is working to assist the organization that focuses on sustainability across the region. Computer Direct Outlet will give a…
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KapStone acquires Associated Packaging Incorporated (API)
February 1, 2017KapStone Paper and Packaging Corporation announced that it has completed the acquisition of the assets of Associated Packaging, Inc. and Fast Pak, LLC (together, API). API is headquartered in Greer,…
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Canal Insurance Company announces key promotions
February 1, 2017
GREENVILLE, SC – Canal Insurance Company announced that the Company’s Board of Directors has appointed Paul Brocklebank as its Chief Operating Officer and Laura Beth Medley as Vice President, Human…
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First ever Spartanburg Housing & Real Estate Summit brings community leaders together to discuss housing, economic development, and more
February 1, 2017
On Tuesday January 31st, United Way of the Piedmont’s Financial Stability Task Force hosted the first Spartanburg Housing and Real Estate Summit at The Hangar in downtown Spartanburg. The Summit…
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The Capital Corporation advises Southeastern Dock & Door, LLC on its sale to ASSA ABLOY
February 1, 2017Transaction: The Capital Corporation is pleased to announce the sale of Southeastern Dock & Door (headquartered in Greenville, South Carolina) to ASSA ABLOY (headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden). Southeastern Dock &…
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Three Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd shareholders named 2017 Leadership in Law Honorees
February 1, 2017Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd congratulates three of its shareholders on being named to South Carolina Lawyers Weekly’s 2017 Leadership in Law Honoree list. Steve Matthews, Julie Medich and Mac McQuillin are…
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The Capital Corporation advises Southeastern Dock & Door, LLC on its sale to ASSA ABLOY
February 1, 2017
Transaction: The Capital Corporation is pleased to announce the sale of Southeastern Dock & Door (headquartered in Greenville, South Carolina) to ASSA ABLOY (headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden). Southeastern Dock &…
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First ever Spartanburg Housing & Real Estate Summit brings community leaders together to discuss housing, economic development, and more
February 1, 2017
On Tuesday January 31st, United Way of the Piedmont’s Financial Stability Task Force hosted the first Spartanburg Housing and Real Estate Summit at The Hangar in downtown Spartanburg. The Summit…
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BMW Manufacturing invests in Cherokee County STEM education
January 31, 2017
The University of South Carolina’s College of Engineering and Computing and S.C. Project Lead the Way, announced today (Jan. 31) that BMW Manufacturing will commit to bolster science, technology, engineering…
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South Carolinians can now contribute to Habitat for Humanity when doing state taxes
January 31, 2017
A revision to state tax form 1-330, “2016 Contributions For Check-offs” has made it easy for residents to support Habitat for Humanity in South Carolina when filing their taxes. The…
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BJU to host Allen Jacobs Memorial Prayer Breakfast
January 31, 2017
Bob Jones University President Steve Pettit announced today that BJU will host the Allen Jacobs Memorial Prayer Breakfast Thursday, March 16, to honor the memory of Officer Allen Jacobs and…
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South Carolinians can now contribute to Habitat for Humanity when doing state taxes
January 31, 2017
A revision to state tax form 1-330, “2016 Contributions For Check-offs” has made it easy for residents to support Habitat for Humanity in South Carolina when filing their taxes. The…
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$380,000 in flood and hurricane recovery and rebuilding grants awarded by One SC Fund
January 31, 2017
The One SC Fund Grants Committee has announced the nonprofit recipients of the Phase Five grant awards for flood and hurricane recovery projects across South Carolina. Phase Five grantees will…
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Jackson’s Jessica Pate selected for Women’s Leadership Insitute of Furman University
January 31, 2017
Jessica Pate, Account Representative for Jackson Marketing, Motorsports & Events, has been accepted to participate in the Women’s Leadership Institute of Furman University. Designed for women who have demonstrated successful…
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BJU to host Allen Jacobs Memorial Prayer Breakfast
January 31, 2017
Bob Jones University President Steve Pettit announced today that BJU will host the Allen Jacobs Memorial Prayer Breakfast Thursday, March 16, to honor the memory of Officer Allen Jacobs and…
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Third annual Palmetto Panel to include state and national speakers
January 30, 2017
The 2017 Palmetto Panel will be Saturday, February 25th, from 9-5 at the Madren Center on Clemson’s campus. The conference provides attendees with expert speakers who impart valuable information that…
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Spartanburg Water presents grant to Watershed Ecology Center
January 30, 2017$18,000 will support programs for 18,900 students on importance of watershed protection Spartanburg Water presented an $18,000 grant to the Watershed Ecology Center for classroom instruction of 18,900-plus area students…
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DJJ officer earns top honor from SC Criminal Justice Academy
January 30, 2017One of SCDJJ’s own graduated with top honors from the SC Criminal Justice Academy. Ebony Shuler (shown alongside DJJ Director Sylvia Murray) was presented with the Bert Friday Award.…
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$380,000 in flood and hurricane recovery and rebuilding grants awarded by One SC Fund
January 30, 2017The One SC Fund Grants Committee has announced the nonprofit recipients of the Phase Five grant awards for flood and hurricane recovery projects across South Carolina. Phase Five grantees will…
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Clemson to expand nursing education with GHS to meet skyrocketing health needs
January 30, 2017
National nursing shortage projected in 2020, local effects already being felt In the latest example of its growing collaboration with Greenville Health System (GHS), Clemson University will expand its…
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Ford chosen to head SCBIO Board of Directors
January 30, 2017
Erin Ford, an experienced life science executive and economic development professional has been named chair of the Board of Directors for South Carolina Biotechnology Industry Organization (SCBIO) for 2017. “This…
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Greenville Women Giving founders receive Order of the Silver Crescent from Governor Nikki Haley
January 30, 2017
Ceremony highlighted lifetime contributions of Frances Ellison, Harriet Goldsmith and Sue Priester As Governor Nikki Haley prepared to leave office, she awarded the Order of the Silver Crescent to…
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United Community Banks, Inc. announces Fourth Quarter Earnings
January 30, 2017
Diluted earnings per share up 52 percent, to 38 cents, from fourth quarter 2015 excluding merger-related and other non-operating charges, diluted operating EPS up 21 percent, to 40 cents Return…
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ScanSource announces new leadership roles
January 30, 2017
Long-time ScanSource executives take on new responsibilities ScanSource, Inc., a leading global provider of technology products and solutions, announced new leadership roles within the company. Brian Cuppett has accepted…
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Response Packaging expanding Greenville County facility
January 30, 2017
Manufacturer investing $5 million and creating 100 jobs Response Packaging, a premier returnable packaging manufacturer, is expanding its existing facility in Greenville County. The expansion is projected to bring…
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Cely Construction is awarded GSP International Airport tenant improvement project
January 30, 2017
General Contracting firm, Cely Construction Company, Inc. is performing a tenant improvement upfit project in the Hangar 2 Building (formerly occupied by Stevens Aviation) at the GSP International Airport. This hangar…
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HRP Associates adds two in Greenville
January 30, 2017
Local environmental engineering firm expands office with McDonnell and Culleton hires HRP Associates Inc. (HRP), an environmental engineering and hydrogeology firm in Greenville, announces the hiring of Dan McDonnell…
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SCRA government affiliate is acquired
January 30, 2017Virginia-Based Analytic Services Inc. to Purchase Advanced Technology International SCRA today announced that it will sell its private, non-profit affiliate, Advanced Technology International (ATI) to Analytic Services Inc. (ANSER), an…
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SCRA government affiliate is acquired
January 30, 2017
Virginia-Based Analytic Services Inc. to Purchase Advanced Technology International SCRA today announced that it will sell its private, non-profit affiliate, Advanced Technology International (ATI) to Analytic Services Inc. (ANSER), an…
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Ogletree Deakins elects Lucas Asper and Ellis Fisher as shareholder
January 30, 2017
Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C. (Ogletree Deakins), one of the largest labor and employment law firms representing management, announced that Lucas Asper and Ellis Fisher have been elected…
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Ogletree Deakins elects Lucas Asper and Ellis Fisher as shareholder
January 30, 2017
Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C. (Ogletree Deakins), one of the largest labor and employment law firms representing management, announced that Lucas Asper and Ellis Fisher have been elected…
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Teri Leigh Teed Fine Art Photography selected for inaugural NC Artists Count exhibition
January 29, 2017
Teri Leigh Teed, a multi-dimensional, award winning artist based in Sylva, North Carolina, has been selected as one of the featured artists in the western North Carolina “Artists Count” project, which…
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Peace Center to screen 2017 OSCAR® nominated short films
January 27, 2017
The Peace Center will screen the 2017 OSCAR® Nominated Short Films – Live Action, Animation and Documentary – in the Gunter Theatre, Feb. 17-19. Friday at 8:30 p.m., Saturday at…
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BJU Museum & Gallery to close for renovation
January 27, 2017Bob Jones University President Steve Pettit announced today that the Bob Jones University Museum & Gallery will close for renovation on Saturday, Feb. 18. “The Museum & Gallery has long…
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Lear Corporation expanding operations in Spartanburg County
January 27, 2017
Lear Corporation, a leading global supplier of automotive seating, is expanding its existing operations in Spartanburg County to accommodate its continued growth. The company will be adding equipment and upgrading…
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Lear Corporation expanding operations in Spartanburg County
January 27, 2017
Lear Corporation, a leading global supplier of automotive seating, is expanding its existing operations in Spartanburg County to accommodate its continued growth. The company will be adding equipment and upgrading…
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Colliers International | South Carolina announces company awards for 2016
January 27, 2017
Annual awards recognize employees and associates for exceptional community work, client service and brokerage transactions Colliers International | South Carolina and its partner company, LCK, are pleased to announced company…
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Colliers International | South Carolina announces company awards for 2016
January 27, 2017
Annual awards recognize employees and associates for exceptional community work, client service and brokerage transactions Colliers International | South Carolina and its partner company, LCK, are pleased to announced company…
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