Lexington One Educational Foundation awards $20,000+ in Innovation Grants for K-8 Schools for 2023-2024 school year
April 11, 2023
The Lexington One Educational Foundation recently awarded a total of $20,178 in Innovation Grants for K-8 Schools to five schools in Lexington County School District One. These Innovation Grants, valued…
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Tyanna Porter Helps Create a Welcoming Environment for Prospective Students
April 11, 2023
Lander University senior nursing major Tyanna Porter, of Union, loves getting the chance to meet prospective students while leading tours as a presidential ambassador. “I enjoy being able to talk…
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Clinton Middle and Clinton High Win State Science Olympiad at The Citadel
April 11, 2023
Saturday, April 1, is usually reserved for harmless pranks and practical jokes; however, on the first Saturday of April and the first day of Spring Break, two Clinton teams had…
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International African American Museum sets spring and early summer programming
April 11, 2023
Latest slate of events and online exhibitions supplement ongoing in-person and virtual engagement ahead of Museum’s June opening The International African American Museum (IAAM) has set a series of additional…
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McCrory Construction’s Greenville operation moves to larger, strategically located office space
April 11, 2023
McCrory Construction, South Carolina’s oldest general contractor, has moved its Upstate operation into a new, larger office space in Greenville to support the firm’s ever-increasing business in the region. McCrory’s…
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Joan Herlong & Associates Sotheby’s International Realty honors top associates
April 11, 2023
Joan Herlong & Associates Sotheby’s International Realty has honored its top Associates for March. In the Greenville office, the top agents for listings sold were Grace Herlong Loveless, Samantha Snyder,…
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Bon Secours Wellness Arena and the Greenville Police Department to hold a Fill the Cruisers Food Drive benefitting Project Host
April 11, 2023
Bon Secours Wellness Arena and the Greenville Police Department are teaming up with Project Host to fill police cruisers with food items for the Project Host Soup Kitchen. Stop by…
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Community Health Awareness Day (CHAD) is back
April 11, 2023
After a few years’ departure due to COVID-19, the Community Health Awareness Day (CHAD) returns to Spartanburg on Saturday, April 22nd. This FREE community-wide event promises fun, food, entertainment, and…
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ZF Donates 14 Transmissions to PTC Auto Tech Program
April 11, 2023
ZF Transmissions in Gray Court recently donated 14 transmissions to the Piedmont Technical College (PTC) Automotive Technology Program. Just as a transmission regulates the speed of an engine power directed…
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$4.5 million distributed by the One SC Fund for COVID-19 response
April 11, 2023
The One SC Fund: COVID-19 Response, housed at Central Carolina Community Foundation, announced today that more than $4.5 million was awarded during the fund’s activation for COVID-19 assistance. The grants…
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John Coleman joins Trinity Partners Columbia brokerage team
April 11, 2023
John Coleman has joined Trinity Partners Columbia brokerage team as a Brokerage Associate. Prior to joining Trinity, John worked in the commercial real estate industry for a regional industrial development…
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Countybank’s Laura Beth Brooks receives officer appointment
April 11, 2023
Countybank announced that Laura Beth Brooks has been appointed Vice President by the Board of Directors. Brooks, Corporate Governance Manager, joined Countybank in 2018 and is responsible for developing and…
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Earth Day Community Clean Ups Scheduled for April
April 11, 2023
Throughout the month of April, Laurens County residents are coming together to celebrate Earth Day by participating in various community cleanups across Laurens County. Residents are encouraged to join in…
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Laurens Annual Sip & Stroll – Tickets Still Available for April 21st Event
April 11, 2023
Merchants, music and wine all combine for a fun evening at Main Street Laurens’ annual Sip & Stroll event. This year the event will take place on Friday, April 21,…
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Curtis Walker takes over football program at North Charleston High School
April 10, 2023
The North Charleston High School community welcomes Curtis Walker as its new head football coach. He brings a wealth of coaching experience ranging from Salisbury High School in Salisbury, NC,…
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Tri-County Technical College freezes in-county tuition for fourth year
April 10, 2023The Tri-County Technical College Commission voted unanimously on April 10 to freeze in-county tuition for a fourth consecutive year. The in-county tuition freeze applies to the 2023-2024 academic year. Tri-County’s…
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CCSD names new leader in its Elementary Learning Community
April 10, 2023
Charleston County School District (CCSD) is delighted to announce Quenetta White as Interim Executive Director of Elementary Learning effective April 10, 2023. White has served as Interim Director of Special…
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GaffneyLewis ADR open for mediation in South Carolina
April 10, 2023
Amy Gaffney and Regina Hollins Lewis announced the formation of their new mediation firm, GaffneyLewis ADR. Alongside their already well-established litigation firm, Gaffney Lewis LLC, the firm will support Amy…
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Greenville Literacy Association names new executive director
April 10, 2023
Victoria Novak has been selected to serve as executive director of the Greenville Literacy Association (GLA), a 58-year-old non-profit organization that provides education for adults who strive to complete their GED, become…
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Matt Olson rejoins Compucom as Chief Operations Officer
April 10, 2023
Former Compucom VP returns to where he launched IT career FORT MILL, SC – Compucom, a leading managed IT services provider, announced Matt Olson will rejoin the company where he…
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Topside Pool Club to open for the season on May 5
April 10, 2023
Topside Pool Club is slated to open for its seventh season on Friday, May 5. Complete with a swim-up bar for members to get the chance to both lounge and…
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KRJ Consulting celebrates 15th anniversary and marks new phase of growth
April 10, 2023
KRJ Consulting (KRJC), a professional services consulting firm, celebrated its 15th anniversary yesterday, a milestone marked by a new phase of growth and development for the Columbia-based company, which now…
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Hotel Hartness announces expansion of culinary team
April 10, 2023
Hotel Hartness announces the expansion of its culinary team as it opens its doors to the public. Gianna Smutzi and Juan Nieto join Patterson Kitchen + Bar as chef de…
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Greenville Triumph U-13 and Greenville Liberty U-19 teams notch medals at 2023 USL Academy Cup Tournament
April 10, 2023
The Greenville Triumph’s U-13 Boys Premier team won silver in their division and Greenville Liberty U-19 Girls Elite team secured bronze competing in the 2023 USL Academy Cup tournament in…
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Trident United Way awards $50,000 in Community Engagement grants
April 10, 2023
18 Local Nonprofits Receive up to $3,500 for Community Outreach Events Trident United Way announced the 2023 Community Engagement Grant awards totaling over $50,000 to Tri-County nonprofits with up to…
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LushAcres 2nd Annual Spring Festival and LC Buzz Discount Available
April 10, 2023
Much has changed at LushAcres Farm and Market since they opened just a few years ago. While work has been done on the farm, plans have also been in the…
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Financial Literacy Month Tip: Automated Contributions Can Grow Your 529 Savings
April 10, 2023
It’s April! The flowers, the trees, the birds, even the seasonal allergies signal spring is here. It’s always refreshing – aside from the allergies – to welcome a new season…
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Lander University’s Spring Commencement Set For May 3
April 10, 2023
Commencement exercises for Lander University’s spring graduating class of 2023 will be held on Wednesday, May 3, in Finis Horne Arena. 11 a.m. ceremony Graduates from the College of Business,…
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Laurens County Museum Launches Membership Drive and Highlights 2022 Achievements
April 10, 2023
The Laurens County Museum recently held a press conference to announce the launch of a two-month membership drive and highlight achievements in recent years. During the months of April and…
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Need Help with Diapers? Diaper Drive Thru Scheduled for April 11
April 10, 2023
What is a “Diaper Drive Thru” you ask? It’s a convenient way for parents and guardians of young children to get a little help with diapers and wipes. It started…
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Spaulding Group Ranks 10th in Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices’ Top 25 Team Award Category
April 10, 2023
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announced that Spaulding Group was honored with a Top 25 Team Award, which recognizes the top 25 teams in the global network for…
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Swing a Club for a Cause – Laurens County Cancer Association Golf Tournament
April 10, 2023
Calling all golfers! The Laurens County Cancer Association (LCCA) will hold their annual charity golf tournament on Monday, April 24 at Musgrove Mill Golf Course. Registration for a 4-person team…
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Designer turns glass from the past into 21st century treasure
April 8, 2023
Amy Vaughn appeared at a formal event this spring looking every inch the dignified Southern lady in an evening gown of chiffon and sequined lace. Indeed, she is the epitome…
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Content team expands at Brandon
April 8, 2023
Brandon, a leading digital marketing agency, is proud to announce the addition of Catherine Quant and Kennedy Hausmann to its Social Content team. The talented duo brings a wealth of…
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UBS advisor teams in South Carolina named to the Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams list
April 8, 2023
UBS Wealth Management USA announced today that The Parham, Arrowood, Bragdon Team and The Alpha Group, advisor teams based in the firm’s Greenville, South Carolina office, have been named to…
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Top Proven Strategies to master Content Marketing for Professional Marketers
April 8, 2023
By Eric Elliott Founder of VIP Marketing, North Charleston, SC Are you a professional marketer who wants to master content marketing? If so, this blog post is for you! In…
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Wells Fargo Foundation awards $300,000 grant to Center for Heirs’ Property Preservation® To Support Heirs’ Property Initiative
April 7, 2023
The Center for Heirs’ Property Preservation® announced it has been awarded a $300,000 grant over two years from the Wells Fargo Foundation to support its educational outreach and legal assistance…
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Arthur State Bank celebrates 90 years of service to the Upstate community
April 7, 2023
April marks a significant milestone for Arthur State Bank as the community bank celebrates its 90th anniversary. Founded in 1933 in Union, South Carolina, Arthur State Bank has been a…
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Circle 555 women’s giving initiative presents $228K to ministries statewide
April 6, 2023Circle 555, a special initiative of South Carolina Christian Foundation (SCCF), presented grants throughout the month of March to 36 ministries across the state totaling $227,927. Ministries receiving grants serve…
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Citadel Sailing Club racing towards next chapter on the water
April 6, 2023
Three whistle blows carry out across the water, and any onlooker can see what’s happening — The Citadel Sailing Club has started their practice. As the cadets begin their course,…
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First Community Bank celebrates official opening of Rock Hill office
April 6, 2023
First Community Bank, headquartered in Lexington, South Carolina, marked the official opening of its full-service banking office in Rock Hill at 1746 Ebenezer Road with a ceremonial ribbon cutting and…
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Newest honorees to be inducted into the Baker School of Business Hall of Fame
April 6, 2023Four new honorees will be inducted into the Tommy and Victoria Baker School of Business Hall of Fame on April 13, 2023. Each year, the Baker School of Business recognized…
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Celebrating The Citadel’s 2023 Palmetto Medal Award recipients
April 6, 2023The Palmetto Medal Award recognizes exceptional performance reflecting great credit on The Citadel and the state of South Carolina. Established by the Board of Visitors, the award is presented to…
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The Jasper honored with Charleston Apartment Association Diamond Award
April 6, 2023
Today, The Beach Company announced The Jasper was honored at the annual Charleston Apartment Association (CAA) Diamond Awards ceremony held on March 24. The Jasper, a mixed-use community located in…
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Sheriff addresses Leadership South Carolina candidates
April 6, 2023Lott urges audience to mentor kids and lead with care By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott discussed the finer points of his personal leadership tenets with…
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Leadership Series – Leighton Lord, Maynard Nexsen
April 6, 2023
The Who’s on the Move Leadership Series highlights people leading extraordinary change in South Carolina. We will be focusing on the journeys of 12 top leaders per year from across the state…
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Leadership Series – Dr. Gene Fant, North Greenville University
April 6, 2023
The Who’s on the Move Leadership Series highlights people leading extraordinary change in South Carolina. We will be focusing on the journeys of 12 top leaders per year from across the state…
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The Donnan/COBE Project at North Greenville University
April 6, 2023
North Greenville University is renovating the Donnan Administration Building into their new College of Business and Entrepreneurship. It is a $9.7 million project that will provide five contemporary classrooms; student…
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CarolinaPower’s Derek Sligh elected 2023 President of Charleston Electrical Contractors Association (CECA)
April 6, 2023
Derek Sligh, project manager in CarolinaPower’s Charleston office, has been elected President of the Charleston Electrical Contractors Association (CECA) for the 2023 term. Sligh most recently served as Vice President.…
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Just taking it all in
April 6, 2023
By Jeff Becraft On Tuesday night, I was at a Board meeting for Our Place of Hope. It was in a new spot for us… in the facility of a…
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