First Community Bank Leadership Institute graduates “Tackle Hunger” in the Upstate
June 12, 2023
First Community Bank is pleased to announce the successful completion of its “Tackling Hunger” campaign with more than 4,000 non-perishable food items collected and donated to local organizations. The campaign…
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First Community Bank Leadership Institute graduates “tackle hunger” in the Midlands
June 12, 2023
First Community Bank is pleased to announce the successful completion of its “Tackling Hunger” campaign with more than 4,000 non-perishable food items collected and donated to local organizations. The campaign…
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Lander, Technical College System Sign Transfer Agreement for State’s Nursing Student
June 12, 2023
Now, students who have earned their associate’s degree in nursing at any one of South Carolina’s technical colleges have a seamless pathway to their Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)…
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Call for Community Support from Hospice of Laurens County
June 12, 2023
Hospice of Laurens, now officially VIA Health Partners,is an amazing facility caring for individuals and their families during the end of life journey. Family members often spend many hours there…
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Next Clinton Town Rhythms Concert Scheduled for June 29
June 12, 2023
If you missed the first Town Rhythms event you are in luck. The next in the series, Town Rhythms Summer Concert Series is scheduled for Thursday, June 29. The 246th…
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Live Music Bingo and More on Wednesday at The Lumberyard
June 12, 2023
The Lumberyard has the perfect setup to help you get through “Hump Day.” Come in for happy hour (4-9 pm) with $1 off all draft beers and select wines, and…
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Diaper Drive Thru in Laurens Tuesday (4-6 pm)
June 12, 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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SC Center for Fathers and Families announces Ford, Carter in new MarComm roles
June 12, 2023
Jai-Anna Carter, a communications associate on staff since 2021, has been promoted to Marketing and Communications Manager. Jai-Anna is a creative communicator and visual artist with a passion for storytelling…
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Kristy Yates joins the Anderson office of C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS
June 12, 2023
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS is pleased to announce that Kristy Yates has joined the company’s Anderson office as a sales associate. Kristy is a South Carolina native…
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SCEDA announces winners of its Rising Star Award
June 12, 2023
The South Carolina Economic Developers’ Association (SCEDA) is excited to announce Caroline A. Warner, Director of Community Development for the South Carolina Power Team, and Dolton Williams, Executive Director of…
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DoubleTree Resort and Springmaid Pier taps TravelBoom for social media management
June 12, 2023
DoubleTree Resort and Springmaid Pier in Myrtle Beach, S.C., has partnered with TravelBoom, a leading digital marketing agency specializing in social media management. With this exciting partnership, the tourist destinations…
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Sharbell Nexton LLC celebrates the groundbreaking of Atelier Downtown Nexton
June 12, 2023
Sharbell Nexton LLC recently celebrated the formal groundbreaking of Atelier Downtown Nexton, an innovative office campus located on 7.41 acres along Brighton Park Boulevard in Downtown Nexton, an urban-inspired, mixed-use…
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Goodwyn Mills Cawood relocates Charleston office
June 12, 2023
Architecture and engineering firm Goodwyn Mills Cawood (GMC) has relocated its Charleston office to the Charleston Technology Center on the Upper Peninsula. “Our team is excited to be located on…
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Corporate and Community Leadership Awards presented by United Way of the Piedmont
June 12, 2023
On Wednesday, May 24, United Way of the Piedmont hosted its annual Corporate & Community Leaders Breakfast to celebrate corporate philanthropy and to honor those who go above and beyond…
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Major fashion exhibition featuring Alexander McQueen and Ann Ray coming this fall
June 12, 2023
Garments and photographs document their shared artistic journey and friendship The Columbia Museum of Art is pleased to present Lee Alexander McQueen & Ann Ray: Rendez-Vous, a major fashion and…
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Gov. Henry McMaster Issues Executive Order to Ensure South Carolina’s Power Generation Future
June 12, 2023
Gov. McMaster Creates PowerSC Governor Henry McMaster today issued Executive Order 2023-18, establishing the PowerSC Energy Resources and Economic Development Interagency Working Group (PowerSC). PowerSC will work with the state’s…
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SC Housing Board of Commissioners names interim executive director
June 12, 2023
The Board of Commissioners of the SC State Housing Finance and Development Authority (SC Housing) announced Friday that Richard Hutto has been named the agency’s interim executive director. Hutto comes…
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Dalton Stancil joins Colliers South Carolina as Market Analyst
June 12, 2023
Colliers South Carolina announces that Dalton Stancil has joined its team as a Market Analyst, working with the firm’s offices in Charleston, Columbia, Greenville and Spartanburg. Stancil is responsible for…
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SCETV announces Adrienne Fairwell as President and CEO
June 12, 2023
Fairwell returns to SCETV after serving as General Manager for Arizona PBS Adrienne Fairwell has been named the new President and CEO of South Carolina ETV and Public Radio (SCETV)…
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River’s Edge Retreat’s Project Cabin Revival is paving the way for lasting summer camp memories
June 12, 2023
River’s Edge Retreat, a cherished local camp known for its game changing swimming and sports camp experiences for underserved youth, has launched Project Cabin Revival. This initiative aims to create a more…
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Smith, Currie & Hancock and Oles Morrison Rinker & Baker combine, creating construction law and government contracts powerhouse
June 12, 2023
Smith, Currie & Hancock LLP and Oles Morrison Rinker & Baker LLP, two of the nation’s leading construction and federal government contract law firms, have announced their combination. The union…
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Change in Location for City of Laurens Workshop on Boards and Commissions Applications
June 12, 2023
The City of Laurens would like to inform all interested individuals about a change in the workshop location for Council Members reviewing applications for boards and commissions. The workshop, previously…
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South Carolina Department of Education announces new leadership for Allendale County Schools
June 12, 2023
In its role as the managing authority for Allendale County Schools, the South Carolina Department of Education (SCDE) announced the appointment of Ms. Angela Jacobs as Interim Administrator of the…
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Charleston Metro Chamber announces Diversity Leaders Certificate program
June 12, 2023
The Charleston Metro Chamber is pleased to announce applications are now open for their summer Diversity Leaders Certificate program. This informative program is designed to equip business leaders with the necessary tools…
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SAFE Federal Credit Union selected as recipient of Inaugural MeridanLink Arc Award
June 12, 2023
SAFE Federal Credit Union received the inaugural Arc Award during MeridianLink’s annual User Forum at Disneyland® Resort in Anaheim, CA. The Arc Awards recognize and celebrate financial institutions that leverage the…
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River Bluff High School announces exciting coaching changes for women’s lacrosse program
June 12, 2023
River Bluff High School is delighted to introduce Head Coach Shannon Aikens as the newest addition to their women’s lacrosse program. Coach Aikens will bring her extensive experience and passion…
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Cushman & Wakefield arranges sale of Lively Victor Park located in Greer
June 12, 2023
Cushman & Wakefield announced that the commercial real estate services firm arranged the sale of Lively Victor Park, a 318-unit multifamily community located in Greer, South Carolina. Cushman & Wakefield’s…
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USC advances key student projects
June 12, 2023
The University of South Carolina’s Board of Trustees advanced several key student-focused projects and initiatives during its meeting on Friday (June 9). Among the items reviewed Friday: Final approval of…
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SC Housing Board of Commissioners names interim executive director
June 12, 2023
The Board of Commissioners of the SC State Housing Finance and Development Authority (SC Housing) announced that Richard Hutto has been named the agency’s interim executive director. Hutto comes to…
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SCEDA names Jeff Ruble “Local Developer of the Year”
June 12, 2023The South Carolina Economic Developers’ Association (SCEDA) announced Jeff Ruble, Director of Richland County Economic Development, as the winner of its “Local Developer of the Year” award. Ruble received the…
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Pacolet Milliken invests in South Carolina’s young visual artists
June 12, 2023
Greenville-based investment company Pacolet Milliken donated $10,000 in support of the SC Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities Visual Arts Department. This generous gift funded a student art exhibition…
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LPD Announces Motorcycle & Hotrod Benefit Ride to Support LPD Summer Camp
June 12, 2023
The Laurens Police Department (LPD) recently announced a motorcycle and hot rod benefit ride. The event will be held on June 25th with the starting point at the Public Square…
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Laurens County Council Meeting – June 13 Agenda
June 11, 2023
Laurens County Council will meet for a regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, June 13. The meeting will be held at the Voter Registration/Veterans Affairs Office located at 105 Bolt Drive…
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City of Laurens Juneteenth Festival Lineup
June 11, 2023
The City of Laurens Juneteenth Festival will be held on June 17th on the Public Square in Laurens. Dr. Walter B. Curry Jr. will be speaking at the Laurens County…
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Laurens County Community Foundation Accepting Grant Applications for the 2023 Community Enrichment Grant Program
June 11, 2023
The Laurens County Community Foundation (LCCF) is pleased to announce the commencement of the eighth annual Laurens County Community Enhancement Grant Program. Competitive grants in amounts up to $1500 will be…
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Documentary highlights the work of doulas in Upstate, SC
June 11, 2023
Doulado, a tech company creating software solutions for doulas and co-founded by Greenville native Mary Beth Johnson, has partnered with Hollywood cinematographer and Greenville native Rebekah Lloyd, and Upstate Birth…
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Venture Carolina launches 2023 Palmetto Venture Fellowship
June 9, 2023
Venture Carolina, a nonprofit dedicated to bridging the funding gap between investors and entrepreneurs has once again partnered with the South Carolina Department of Commerce’s Office of Innovation, VentureSouth, and…
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Colliers Report: Rental rates grew as occupancy bounced back
June 9, 2023
Commercial Real Estate Research & Forecast Report Q1 2023 Columbia Multifamily Market Highlights Rental rates continued to grow as absorption and total occupancy rose and deliveries slowed. Despite the lack…
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Engenius promotes Molly Willette-Green as Director of Web Services
June 9, 2023
Engenius, an Upstate digital marketing agency celebrating 15 years of serving small businesses with cutting-edge web design and digital marketing solutions, announced the promotion of Molly Willette-Green as the Director…
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Graduate student spearheads World Oceans Day events
June 8, 2023College of Charleston graduate student Cheyenne Twilley likes the smell of the salty sea air, the sound of water pulling along the coast and the amazing habitats found throughout the Lowcountry. She…
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SCDPPPS Director Jerry Adger to Retire After 9 Years
June 8, 2023
Gov. McMaster Appoints Melvin Warren as Acting Director Governor Henry McMaster today announced the retirement of S.C. Department of Probation, Parole, and Pardon Services (SCDPPPS) Director Jerry Adger after serving…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Mike Yost, FRD Accel
June 8, 2023
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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Reminder: Your state tax refund may be lower next year due to withholding adjustments
June 8, 2023
What you need to know: With the Withholding Tax Table updates, less taxes are being withheld from paychecks in 2023, which may result in reduced refunds next year For those…
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Lowcountry Food Bank Partners with Summer Food Service Program
June 8, 2023
Kids and teens can access summer meals at multiple locations Lowcountry Food Bank (LCFB) is participating in the Summer Food Service Program in 2023. Nutritious food will be provided to…
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Beach Commercial sells 620-acre fully entitled tract in Jasper County
June 8, 2023
Charleston’s oldest locally family owned full-service commercial real estate firm, Beach Commercial, a Division of The Beach Company, announced today that it facilitated the sale of a 620-acre tract of…
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Rescuing Buster
June 8, 2023
By Jeff Becraft One day last week I was driving to work and as I came to an intersection in our neighborhood, there was a bulldog out in the…
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SCRA announces new Member Companies and grant funding
June 8, 2023
NeuroHope Therapeutics, Ortho-Dx, and Skilldora were accepted as South Carolina Research Authority Member Companies. Glossifi, Heartbeat Technologies, Parimer Scientific, and Secure Process Intelligence received new grant funding. All SCRA Member…
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Blink Book Review #2: Life in Five Senses by Gretchen Rubin
June 8, 2023
By Reba Hull Campbell Is there anything that we take for granted more than the power of our five senses? Gretchen Rubin’s new book, “Life in Five Senses, How…
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Life’s Healing Elixir
June 8, 2023
By Tom Poland A Sunday sojourn found me at Healing Springs near Blackville, South Carolina. There I stood on Gods Acre, property deeded to God. Palm Sunday it was,…
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Chambers again honors Robinson Gray, singling out Gray, Stepp and Watson
June 8, 2023
In its 2023 edition, Chambers USA – America’s Leading Lawyers for Business, has again honored Robinson Gray for its work in the area of general commercial litigation. “Robinson Gray Stepp…
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