United Community Bank welcomes Cashida Okeke as Employment Counsel
July 12, 2022
United Community Bank is excited to strengthen its legal team with the addition of experienced litigation attorney Cashida Okeke as employment counsel. In this role, Okeke will primarily be responsible…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: banking-and-finance, on-the-move
Charleston celebrates 10 years as No. 1 City in the U.S. in the Travel + Leisure world’s best awards
July 12, 2022
The Charleston region’s unique blend of hospitality, history, culture and creativity continues to shine in the eyes of travelers. For the tenth consecutive year, the readers of Travel + Leisure…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc Category: headlines, hospitality, on-the-move
The 2022 South Carolina Air National Guard operations at CAE
July 12, 2022
U.S. Air Force Col. Michael Ferrario, 169th Operations Group commander with Mike Gula, Executive Director at Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) In May of this year, the South Carolina Air…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: government, on-the-move, transportation
Hotel Trundle announces expansion onto Main Street in Downtown Columbia, South Carolina
July 12, 2022
Hotel Trundle, the locally-owned, award-winning boutique hotel that has redefined hospitality in downtown Columbia, South Carolina, has announced plans to grow. The family-owned hotel will expand its offerings with the…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: headlines, hospitality, hotels, on-the-move
Greenville Center for Creative Arts names new Development Director
July 12, 2022
The Greenville Center for Creative Arts (GCCA) has named Chelsea Rudisill as its next Development Director. As the newest member of the GCCA team, Chelsea brings extensive experience providing strategic…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: non-profit, on-the-move
Greenville Technical College Dental Hygiene students attend National Conference
July 12, 2022
Karen Luna and Margaret Gergley, students in the Dental Hygiene program at Greenville Technical College (GTC), represented the college and dental hygiene students across the state at the American Dental…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: education, on-the-move
Where Home Prices are Headed in 2022
July 12, 2022
By Robert Parsley Lima One Capital If you’ve bought a home (or tried to) in the last couple of years, you know that the market has been scalding hot,…
Read MorePosted in: laurenscountybuzz Category: advice, on-the-move
9Round ranked a top low-cost franchise by Entrepreneur Magazine
July 11, 2022
9Round Fitness, the world’s largest kickboxing chain, has been ranked on Entrepreneur Magazine’s 2022 list of the Top Franchises for Less Than $150,000, designating the brand as a top low-cost…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: on-the-move, sports
SC Ports’ Melvin takes the helm as President and CEO
July 11, 2022
South Carolina Ports’ Barbara Melvin steps into her new role as president and CEO today, marking the first woman to lead a top 10 U.S. operating container port. Over the…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc Category: on-the-move, transportation
The City of Charleston Office of Cultural Affairs announces South Arts’ 2021 Southern Prize and State Fellowships Exhibition
July 11, 2022
The city of Charleston Office of Cultural Affairs presents South Arts’ 2021 Southern Prize and State Fellowships Exhibition, on view July 15 – August 28, 2022 at City Gallery. South Arts’…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc Category: government, on-the-move
Summer SAIL and SMAART programs make successful return
July 11, 2022
Charleston County School District’s (CCSD) Summer SAIL (Students Actively Involved in Learning) and SMAART (Students Mastering the Academic Arts) programs were held this summer after a two-year hiatus due to…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc Category: education, on-the-move
“Frederick Douglass, No Turning Back” chosen for National Black Theatre Festival August 4-6 in North Carolina
July 11, 2022
The National Black Theatre Festival has chosen the highly acclaimed Actors’ Theatre of South Carolina theater production, Frederick Douglass, No Turning Back, to be one of thirty events in their…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc Category: entertainment, on-the-move
School District Five educator selected for statewide leadership program
July 11, 2022
Lexington-Richland School District Five’s Instructional Technology Specialist Susan Aplin has been selected to be a part of the South Carolina ASCD Emerging Leaders Class of 2022. South Carolina ASCD is…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: education, on-the-move
School District Five students excel in SkillsUSA National Leadership & Skills Conference
July 11, 2022
The SkillsUSA Chapter at the Center for Advanced Technical Studies (The Center) received numerous awards during the SkillsUSA National Leadership & Skills Conference held June 20-25 in Atlanta, Georgia. Chole…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: education, on-the-move
Spartanburg Community Indicators Project announces first Executive Director, Midas Hampton
July 11, 2022
The Spartanburg Community Indicators Project (Spartanburg Indicators) announced the hiring of Midas Hampton to serve as Executive Director beginning in July. Hampton joins the Spartanburg Indicators at a pivotal time…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: economic-development, on-the-move
Coldwell Banker Commercial Caine Greenville and Spartanburg Brokers represent local real estate transactions
July 11, 2022
Brokers from Coldwell Banker Commercial Caine’s Greenville and Spartanburg offices recently represented the following area real estate transactions: Sales Spartanburg: T Cox of Coldwell Banker Commercial Caine represented Apogee Properties,…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: commercial-real-estate, on-the-move
Clemson scientists join nationwide laboratory aimed at reducing phosphorous use
July 11, 2022
Scientists at Clemson University have joined a national research effort focused on developing solutions that will make the use of phosphorous — a finite element essential to food production —…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: education, environmental, on-the-move
South Carolina ETV digital series “Our Town” explores small towns across South Carolina
July 11, 2022
Highlighting 13 new towns, Season 2 premieres July 14 South Carolina ETV (SCETV) today announced the premiere of a new season of its digital series, Our Town. Each episode highlights…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: entertainment, on-the-move
City of Columbia partners with Richland Library for Entrepreneur-in-Residence program
July 11, 2022
The City of Columbia Office of Business Opportunities and Richland Library have collaborated for the Entrepreneur-in-Residence program, which supports, mentors, and educates new entrepreneurs and budding start-ups through office hours…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: non-profit, on-the-move
Gov. Henry McMaster issues Executive Order to remove toxic waste from USS Yorktown
July 11, 2022
Governor Henry McMaster today issued Executive Order 2022-20, which directs the South Carolina Office of Resilience to begin the process of removing hundreds of thousands of gallons of toxic pollutants…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: environmental, government, headlines, on-the-move
Angela Crosland named SCSBA Director of Communications
July 11, 2022
Angela Crosland has been named Director of Communications for the South Carolina School Boards Association (SCSBA). Crosland is a familiar face at the SCSBA after having previously served as the…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: education, non-profit, on-the-move
Tickets go on sale July 1st at 10AM for the Big Red Barn Retreat Fall Jam at the Ballpark 2022
July 11, 2022
Featuring Multi-Platinum, Country Music Artist Chris Lane The Big Red Barn Retreat announced its Fifth Annual Fall Jam at the Ballpark 2022 concert. The concert will be held on October…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: non-profit, on-the-move
Piedmont Agency on Aging in Need of Volunteers in Clinton and Ware Shoals
July 11, 2022
Are you retired but want to stay engaged with the community? Are you employed but looking for something flexible to do for others? Piedmont Agency on Aging runs the Meals…
Read MorePosted in: laurenscountybuzz Category: non-profit, on-the-move
Laurens County Animal Shelter Annual Pick Me SC Adoption Event Underway
July 11, 2022
On July 8, the Laurens County Sheriff’s Animal Shelter kicked off the annual Pick Me SC adoption event. Shelters across the state are joining forces in an effort to get…
Read MorePosted in: laurenscountybuzz Category: headlines, on-the-move
District 55 Back to School Supply Drive Scheduled for August 1
July 11, 2022
The annual Laurens County School District 55 (LCSD 55) Back to School Supplies Drive-thru event is scheduled for Monday, August 1, from 5:00 until 7:00 p.m. This event will be…
Read MorePosted in: laurenscountybuzz Category: education, on-the-move
Laurens Youth Completes Year as Ambassador for 2021-2022 South Carolina Royalty Court for Cinderella International Scholarship Pageant
July 11, 2022
The International Cinderella Scholarship Program was founded in 1976 and has grown into the largest and most prestigious scholarship-oriented pageant system of its kind in the world. Throughout its 46-year…
Read MorePosted in: laurenscountybuzz Category: on-the-move
SeamonWhiteside’s Greenville office relocates to historic Judson Mill District
July 11, 2022
SeamonWhiteside (SW+), a full-service site design firm with offices throughout the Carolinas, announced it will be relocating its Greenville office to the historic Judson Mill District. The multi-disciplinary firm will…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: architecture, engineering, on-the-move
United Community Bank promotes Chris Hayward to Commercial Relationship Manager
July 11, 2022
United Community Bank is pleased to announce the promotion of Chris Hayward to Commercial Relationship Manager. In this role, Hayward will be responsible for developing and building relationships with business…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: banking-and-finance, on-the-move
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS welcomes Matthew Bushey to the Company’s Pelham Road office
July 11, 2022
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announced that Matthew Bushey has joined the company’s Pelham Road office as a sales associate. Matthew is familiar with being the new kid…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: on-the-move, residential-real-estate
Myrtlewood Golf Club to launch “Waterway Live” event series on July 14
July 11, 2022
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. – Golfers won’t be the only people enjoying venerable Myrtlewood Golf Club this summer. On Thursday, July 14, Myrtlewood will host the first “Waterway Live,” a family-friendly…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc Category: entertainment, on-the-move
From local produce and fresh baked goods to Megalodon teeth, the Farmers Market at Litchfield offers something for everyone
July 11, 2022
PAWLEYS ISLAND, S.C. – As summer welcomes visitors to South Carolina’s Hammock Coast beach communities, the Farmers Market at Litchfield is busier than ever. Located on the front grounds of…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc Category: hospitality, on-the-move
With summer here, time for officials to focus on power reliability
July 11, 2022
By Cline Jones In the wake of COVID, most Americans for the first time have been forced to face an ugly truth: supply chains are more fragile than we ever…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: energy, on-the-move, op-ed
Celebrate the 32nd Walk for Life and Famously Hot Pink Half Marathon + 5K Oct. 22 at Segra Park
July 11, 2022
The 32nd Walk for Life and Famously Hot Pink Half Marathon + 5K will be celebrated in person on Saturday, Oct. 22, 2022, at Segra Park, 1640 Freed St., in…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: non-profit, on-the-move
ScanSource named one of South Carolina’s Best Places to Work for eighth year in a row
July 11, 2022
ScanSource, Inc., (NASDAQ: SCSC), a leading hybrid distributor connecting devices to the cloud, has been named one of the Best Places to Work in South Carolina for the eighth consecutive…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: on-the-move, technology
Fetter expands health care services to Bridgeview Village residents in partnership with Standard Communities
July 11, 2022
Fetter Health Care Network (Fetter) announced its partnership with Standard Communities (Standard) to serve Bridgeview Village residents as its latest expansion of health care services within the Charleston community. Fetter…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc Category: health-care, on-the-move
Ted & Holly Rollins Scholarship Organization awards first scholarship
July 11, 2022
The Ted & Holly Rollins Scholarship Organization is pleased to announce the first ever recipient of its annual scholarship, Ayanna Robinson. This scholarship— in honor of the late Ted Rollins…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: non-profit, on-the-move
OJRSA wants public input on Fair Play Area Sewer Basin Plan
July 11, 2022
SENECA, S.C. — The Oconee Joint Regional Sewer Authority (OJRSA) wants public feedback on the potential future of the Fair Play Area Sewer Basin. The OJRSA and Oconee County held…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: environmental, on-the-move
PBS Short Film Festival to feature three films from SCETV Presents series “Reel South”
July 11, 2022
The PBS Short Film Festival, a multiplatform initiative to increase the reach and visibility of independent filmmakers from across the country, has announced that three films from the South Carolina ETV…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: entertainment, non-profit, on-the-move
Rebuild Upstate welcomes Jake Beaty as CEO
July 11, 2022
The Board of Rebuild Upstate has chosen Jake Beaty as its new full-time CEO to lead the nonprofit in serving low-income homeowners with repairs and accessibility improvements to create safe,…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: headlines, non-profit, on-the-move
County Council Meeting – July 12 Agenda
July 11, 2022
Laurens County Council will meet for a regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, July 12. The meeting location is the old historic courthouse on the square in Laurens and starts at…
Read MorePosted in: laurenscountybuzz Category: government, on-the-move
CrossFit864 to Host Free STOP THE BLEED Training
July 11, 2022
Did you know that the number one cause of preventable death after injury is bleeding. CrossFit864 is hosting a FREE course on Saturday, July 23 that will train those attending…
Read MorePosted in: laurenscountybuzz Category: on-the-move
Operation Southern Slow Down July 17-23
July 9, 2022
Operation #SouthernSlowdown will run from July 17-July 23 and you know what that means. Law enforcement across the southeast is teaming up to save lives and eliminate crashes during the…
Read MorePosted in: laurenscountybuzz Category: headlines, law, on-the-move
American Red Cross receives $5,000 donation from Callison Tighe & Robinson
July 8, 2022
The Central South Carolina Chapter of the American Red Cross has received a donation of $5,000 from Callison Tighe & Robinson law firm. “The American Red Cross is an organization…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: law, non-profit, on-the-move
Kami Carden promoted to manager of CAMS community support team
July 8, 2022
Community Association Management Services (CAMS), a frontrunner in the community association management industry throughout the Carolinas, is excited to announce that Kami Carden has been promoted to manager of its…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: on-the-move, residential-real-estate
So exactly who is smarter here?
July 8, 2022
By Jeff Becraft I am not so sure about the smart in smartphone. I do enjoy the camera, and being able to listen to songs while I mow the…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: life, on-the-move
South Carolina Officials Announce Infestation of Asian Longhorned Ticks, Ask Public to Help Limit Spread of Tick-Borne Diseases
July 8, 2022
South Carolina public health and livestock officials have recently identified a large population of Asian longhorned ticks infesting a pasture at a cattle farm in York County. This invasive species of…
Read MorePosted in: laurenscountybuzz Category: agriculture, government, health-care, on-the-move
Frampton Construction promotes six to new positions
July 8, 2022
Frampton Construction Company, LLC, a full-service construction firm providing planning and design support, preconstruction, and construction services, has promoted six team members to new positions. David Oliphant has been named…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc Category: construction, on-the-move
Hill Construction hires Robert Reilly as Director of Business Development
July 8, 2022
Hill Construction, a leading provider of construction services in the Lowcountry, is pleased to announce Robert Reilly has joined their team as the Director of Business Development. Robert is a…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc Category: construction, on-the-move
S.C. Arts Commission names FY2023 fellowship recipients
July 8, 2022
Program changes reinforce the arts’ influence in the creative economy A diverse group of four South Carolina artists working in different artistic disciplines are the latest recipients of new-look $10,000…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: on-the-move, the-arts
Michael Smallwood of Charleston County named FY2023 fellowship recipient
July 8, 2022
Program changes reinforce the arts’ influence in the creative economy A diverse group of four South Carolina artists working in different artistic disciplines are the latest recipients of new-look $10,000…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc Category: headlines, on-the-move, the-arts
