U.S. News – Best Lawyers® recognizes Wyche as a 2017 “Best Law Firm”
November 1, 2016
Wyche has been named a Tier 1 “Best Law Firm” in 18 practice areas by U.S. News – Best Lawyers® in 2017. The selection is based on a rigorous evaluation…
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Engenius welcomes new marketing specialist
November 1, 2016
Engenius, a Greenville-based digital marketing firm, has hired Taylor Craig as its newest marketing specialist. Craig brings to the agency a strong background in communications and digital marketing. She will…
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Help students in action across South Carolina win $25,000 and vote now
October 31, 2016
Communities across the United States answered the call from State Farm® to submit causes that would make a positive impact in their neighborhoods. Now Students In Action, a high school…
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Flourish’s work honored with six MarCom Awards
October 31, 2016
In its second year of participation, Flourish earned six MarCom Awards for six pieces of work the firm entered in the 2016 international competition: two Platinum Awards, one Gold Award,…
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Three additional counties affected by Hurricane Matthew eligible for Disaster Unemployment Assistance
October 31, 2016
Gov. Nikki Haley and the S.C. Department of Employment and Workforce announced today that Berkeley, Charleston, and Chesterfield counties are eligible for Disaster Unemployment Assistance (DUA). Funds will be made…
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Financial assistance increases as health insurance premiums increase
October 31, 2016
South Carolinians will be relieved to know that the Affordable Care Act protects consumers as it was designed to do with financial assistance increasing along with premiums. 8 out of…
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S.C. Department of Commerce announces Deputy Director of Workforce Development
October 31, 2016The S.C. Department of Commerce announced that Elisabeth M. Kovacs has been promoted to Deputy Director of Workforce Development. Kovacs will be responsible for day-to-day activities regarding the state’s new Coordinating…
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Clemson and USC kick-off Palmetto Series Food Drive to benefit Harvest Hope and Golden Harvest
October 31, 2016
The University of South Carolina and Clemson University launched the Certified SC Grown Palmetto Series Food Drive in a coordinated effort to benefit Harvest Hope Food Bank and Golden Harvest…
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Clemson and USC kick-off Palmetto Series Food Drive to benefit Harvest Hope and Golden Harvest
October 31, 2016
The University of South Carolina and Clemson University launched the Certified SC Grown Palmetto Series Food Drive in a coordinated effort to benefit Harvest Hope Food Bank and Golden Harvest…
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Hon. Rita Allison and Hayne Hipp to receive David H. Wilkins Awards for Excellence
October 31, 2016
Furman University’s Riley Institute has announced the winners of its David H. Wilkins Awards for Excellence. The Honorable Rita Allison (R-District 36) will be awarded the David H. Wilkins Award…
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Hon. Rita Allison and Hayne Hipp to receive David H. Wilkins Awards for Excellence
October 31, 2016
Furman University’s Riley Institute has announced the winners of its David H. Wilkins Awards for Excellence. The Honorable Rita Allison (R-District 36) will be awarded the David H. Wilkins Award…
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Parking Services to conduct “Warning Blitz” on Main St. Nov. 2
October 31, 2016
On Wednesday, November 2, the City’s Parking Services staff will issue warning tickets to vehicles parked on Main Street (from Beattie Place to River Street) between 5 a.m. and 7…
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Duke Energy donates $50,000 to Peace Outreach Program
October 31, 2016
Local students greeted by Duke staff at performance The Peace Center has received a $50,000 grant from the Duke Energy Foundation to sponsor the 2016-2017 Youth Performance Series, which is…
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Mayor’s Committee for people with disabilities
October 31, 2016
Local employers Green River Log Cabins and Nemato Corp LP were recognized for their leadership in employing people with disabilities at the Mayor’s Committee’s 11th Annual Walk and Roll. The…
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Reedy Reels Film Festival scheduled for this weekend
October 31, 2016
The Reedy Reels Film Festival will host its second annual event this weekend in Downtown Greenville. The festival will be held Friday, November 4 and Saturday, November 5 at the…
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Significant progress made in SC Behavioral Health Services and Supports
October 31, 2016The South Carolina Institute of Medicine & Public Health (IMPH) released the first annual Progress Report presenting a status update on each recommendation from May 2015’s Behavioral Health Taskforce report,…
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Reedy Reels Film Festival scheduled for this weekend
October 31, 2016
The Reedy Reels Film Festival will host its second annual event this weekend in Downtown Greenville. The festival will be held Friday, November 4 and Saturday, November 5 at the…
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Significant progress made in SC Behavioral Health Services and Supports
October 31, 2016
The South Carolina Institute of Medicine & Public Health (IMPH) released the first annual Progress Report presenting a status update on each recommendation from May 2015’s Behavioral Health Taskforce report,…
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Vintage Now Modern expands as it relocates next door on South Main Street
October 30, 2016
New location for lifestyle and home furnishings store in former Postcard From Paris Home/Linda McDougald Design space Vintage Now Modern, (www.vintagenowmodern.com), Main Street’s French Country inspired home décor and lifestyle…
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Stratos Aviation wins Outstanding Flight School award
October 30, 2016
Only nine flight schools in our country were recognized by the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) as Outstanding Flight Schools and the only one in South Carolina was Stratos…
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Dr. John Crangle leads program about Operation Lost Trust and the ethics reform movement
October 30, 2016The Furman University Political Science Department will host a public forum on campaign finance and lobbying reform Wednesday, Nov. 2 at 7 p.m. in the Watkins Room of the Trone…
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Ranger Aerospace announced as finalist in 3 categories for the 15th Annual M&A Advisor Awards
October 30, 2016
Ranger Aerospace, a private equity consolidator and management holding company specialized in aviation deals since 1997, announced that it has been named a finalist in 3 award categories, including M&A…
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TD Charitable Foundation supports Hope Center for Children with donation
October 30, 2016
The TD Charitable Foundation, the charitable giving arm of TD Bank, America’s Most Convenient Bank®, recently donated a total of $5,500 to Hope Center for Children as part of the…
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JEDA Bonds assist with new student housing at Converse College
October 30, 2016NCCD-Spartanburg Properties LLC, in cooperation with Converse College, is using $10,225,000 in bond funding from the South Carolina Jobs-Economic Development Authority (JEDA) to finance new student housing on the campus…
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Kimber Roberts joins Coldwell Banker Caine in Greenville
October 30, 2016
Coldwell Banker Caine recently welcomed Kimber Roberts as a residential sales agent to its Greenville office. Kimber joins Coldwell Banker Caine with vast experience in account management and sales. Most…
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CU President James Clements tells annual report audience he is proud of Bridge to Clemson program‘s impact and growth
October 30, 2016
The average national six-year graduation rate for first-time incoming college freshmen is 44 percent, according to a report card issued by the White House earlier this year. The Bridge to Clemson…
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Soup Day nets $33,000 to feed the needy
October 30, 2016
Carolina Clay Artists will give TOTAL Ministries $33,000 as the result of the 2016 Hub City Empty Bowls project. “I can’t tell you what this means to TOTAL Ministries,” the…
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2016 Workforce Development Salute honors major supporters
October 30, 2016
Honorees Recognized For Gifts Totaling More than $1 Million to Greenville Tech Foundation Greenville Tech Foundation hosted the 2016 Workforce Development Salute and honored local leaders for their significant support…
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Talatha Baptist Church completes Master Plan
October 30, 2016
Good City Architects envisions expanded settings for fellowship and worship Good City Architects, an architecture and interior design firm based in Greenville, S.C., has completed a master planning exercise called…
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USC Upstate names three finalists in chancellor search
October 30, 2016
The search for the University of South Carolina Upstate’s next chancellor has been narrowed to three finalists. “We have three highly-qualified candidates from which to choose the next chancellor for…
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Cherry Bekaert’s Greenville practice relocates to new office building to support growth
October 30, 2016
The Greenville practice of Cherry Bekaert LLP, one of the nation’s top public accounting firms, is moving to the newly constructed 110 East Court Street in Greenville. Having grown considerably…
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SC Works commences second phase of talent pipeline development
October 30, 2016
The Department of Employment and Workforce (DEW) announced that Maher & Maher, a talent development consulting firm from New Jersey, will manage the development and implementation of SC Works Phase…
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SC Works commences second phase of talent pipeline development
October 30, 2016
The Department of Employment and Workforce (DEW) announced that Maher & Maher, a talent development consulting firm from New Jersey, will manage the development and implementation of SC Works Phase…
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BRIGHT+CO CEO recognized by Insights Success Magazine as one of the 50 most creative CEOs to watch
October 30, 2016
BRIGHT+CO Marketing’s CEO, Jennifer Sutton, was named one of the 50 most creative CEOs to watch by Insights Success Magazine. Sutton has a diverse marketing career that covers more than…
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Clemson Young Alumni Council honors Lexington banker as one of ‘Roaring 10’
October 30, 2016
The Clemson University Young Alumni Council has recognized Lexington resident Manning Crapps one of the 2016 “Roaring 10” – young alumni who have made an impact in business, leadership, community,…
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Fluor’s Golf for Greenville gives children a chance to play
October 28, 2016
SPARTANBURG, SC – Fluor’s Golf for Greenville and an anonymous donor have given a new playground to students at the SC School for the Deaf and Blind. Designed for students…
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Richard J. Hawkins receives Order of the Palmetto
October 28, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – At his retirement celebration this afternoon, Dr. Richard J. Hawkins, founder of the Steadman Hawkins Clinic of the Carolinas, was awarded the Order of the Palmetto, the…
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Beverly Rice McAdams named VP for Diversity and Inclusion at Anderson University
October 28, 2016
ANDERSON, SC – Dr. Beverly Rice McAdams has been named to the new position of Vice President for Diversity at Anderson University according to University President Dr. Evans Whitaker. In…
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Duke Energy declares quarterly dividend payment to shareholders
October 27, 2016Duke Energy today declared a quarterly cash dividend on its common stock of $0.855 per share payable on Dec. 16, 2016, to shareholders of record at the close of business…
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BRIGHT+CO CEO Recognized by Insights Success Magazine as One of the 50 Most Creative CEOs to Watch
October 27, 2016
BRIGHT+CO Marketing’s CEO, Jennifer Sutton, was named one of the 50 most creative CEOs to watch by Insights Success Magazine. Sutton has a diverse marketing career that covers more than…
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Denny’s Chief Marketing Officer John Dillon to present at Endeavor’s November Collaborators & Cocktails networking event
October 27, 2016Ad Age Media Maven to share how “America’s Diner” leveraged digital strategies to engage millennials without losing focus of its core identity Endeavor, a membership-based co-working community for independent companies…
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Inez Tenenbaum joins Wyche
October 27, 2016Inez Tenenbaum, former Chairman of the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) and former South Carolina State Superintendent of Education, has joined Wyche, P.A. Tenenbaum will focus her practice…
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Greenville New Markets Opportunity II appoints NMTC Manager
October 27, 2016
Greenville New Markets Opportunity II (GNMO II), a Community Development Entity (CDE) managed by Tax Advantage Group and Greenville Local Development Corporation in Greenville, S.C., has hired Doris B. Shellhorse…
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South Carolina is ready for business with access to the fastest internet available in the nation
October 27, 2016
“GigUP South Carolina” Lays Groundwork for Expanding Economic Development Privately owned Spirit Communications with its member-owners of South Carolina-based telecom companies announced the kick-off of their “GigUP South Carolina” campaign.…
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South Carolina is ready for business with access to the fastest internet available in the nation
October 27, 2016
“GigUP South Carolina” Lays Groundwork for Expanding Economic Development Privately owned Spirit Communications with its member-owners of South Carolina-based telecom companies announced the kick-off of their “GigUP South Carolina” campaign.…
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Inez Tenenbaum joins Wyche
October 27, 2016
Inez Tenenbaum, former Chairman of the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) and former South Carolina State Superintendent of Education, has joined Wyche, P.A. Tenenbaum will focus her practice…
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Greenville New Markets Opportunity II appoints NMTC Manager
October 27, 2016
Greenville New Markets Opportunity II (GNMO II), a Community Development Entity (CDE) managed by Tax Advantage Group and Greenville Local Development Corporation in Greenville, S.C., has hired Doris B. Shellhorse…
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Denny’s Chief Marketing Officer John Dillon to present at Endeavor’s November Collaborators & Cocktails networking event
October 27, 2016Ad Age Media Maven to share how “America’s Diner” leveraged digital strategies to engage millennials without losing focus of its core identity Endeavor, a membership-based co-working community for independent companies…
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Angolan Colobus Monkey born at Greenville Zoo
October 26, 2016
The Greenville Zoo is celebrating the arrival of yet another new member of the zoo family – an Angolan colobus monkey. Animal care staff discovered the baby in the early…
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GHS physician, CenteringPregnancy program recognized with $100K McNulty Prize
October 26, 2016
Dr. Amy Crockett, a maternal-fetal medicine physician with Greenville Health System, was named the winner of the prestigious John P. McNulty Prize for her leadership in reducing preterm births in…
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