Retired Greenville teacher’s award-winning movie coming to Greenville
March 3, 2025
The award-winning Lucy and the Lake Monster will be making its official South Carolina premiere later this month at the Reedy Reels’ film festival. However, hundreds of Greenville County Schools…
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Ellis Forest III named Director of Development and General Counsel for Cothran Properties
February 28, 2025
Cothran Properties, a Greenville-based commercial, industrial, and residential developer, named Ellis Forest III as Director of Development and General Counsel to handle legal matters associated with land development, land acquisitions,…
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SCETV showcases documentary honoring the remarkable legacy of Harriet Tubman
February 28, 2025
Harriet Tubman | From the Railroad to a Spy is now available for online viewing, and South Carolina ETV and Public Radio (SCETV) will present the documentary to audiences across the…
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Greenville Chamber honors community’s business leaders at 136th Annual Meeting
February 28, 2025
The Greenville Chamber held its 136th Annual Meeting on Thursday, February 27th at the Greenville Convention Center. Presented by TD Bank, the event celebrated the Chamber’s commitment to driving economic…
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Judson Mill District receives 2025 Max Heller Neighborhood Improvement Award from Greenville Chamber
February 28, 2025
Award Recognizes Efforts to Improve Community through Food Security, Affordable Housing, Social Impact, and Improved Infrastructure The Greenville Chamber presented the prestigious 2025 Max Heller Neighborhood Improvement Award, sponsored by…
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Herlong Sotheby’s International Realty honors its top Associates
February 27, 2025
Herlong Sotheby’s International Realty has honored its leading Associates for 2024. Most units sold Greenville: Grace Loveless and Michael McGreevey Most units sold Clemson/Lakes Office: Diane Bostrom and Amy Hammond…
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South Carolina Aviation Hall of Fame inducts three new members at 2025 SCAA Annual Conference
February 27, 2025
The South Carolina Aviation Hall of Fame inducted three remarkable individuals at the 2025 Annual Conference held in Greenville, SC, on February 13, 2025. The event was highlighted by a…
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South Carolina Aviation Association hosts successful 2025 Annual Conference
February 27, 2025
The South Carolina Aviation Association (SCAA) successfully hosted its 2025 SCAA Annual Conference from February 12-14, 2025, at the Hyatt Regency Greenville, bringing together aviation professionals from across the state…
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ReWa CEO Joel Jones announces retirement, Rebecca West named next CEO
February 27, 2025
Jones began career as an operator trainee at ReWa Renewable Water Resources (ReWa) Chief Executive Officer Joel H. Jones has announced his plans to retire from his position on April…
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Laurens County Guardian ad Litem program seeks volunteers to advocate for children
February 27, 2025
Free online training begins April 1 The Cass Elias McCarter Guardian ad Litem Program, a division of the South Carolina Department of Children’s Advocacy is offering FREE ONLINE TRAINING to those interested…
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QSL Management announces grand re-opening of Haywood Estates by Barclay House
February 27, 2025GREENVILLE, S.C – Haywood Estates by Barclay House, an independent senior living community in the heart of Greenville, will host its grand re-opening on Thursday, March 6, 2025, from 4:00–6:00…
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Experienced litigator and mediator Amy Gaffney launches Gaffney Mediation in South Carolina
February 27, 2025
Amy Gaffney has launched Gaffney Mediation, a premier mediation firm with a focus on providing civil mediation services throughout South Carolina. With a proven track record of mediating hundreds of…
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Truliant Foundation celebrates 2024 giving impact
February 27, 2025The Truliant Foundation is proud to share the significant impact its programs had in 2024 across the Carolinas and Virginia, including Education Grants, Community Mini Grants, scholarships, an Employee…
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VentureSouth and Vicinity announce joint venture to create the premier platform for local alternative investing
February 26, 2025
VentureSouth and Vicinity announced a powerful new joint venture to create the premier platform for local alternative investing – Vicinity Ventures. Vicinity Ventures combines the strengths of VentureSouth and Vicinity…
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Greenville County recognizes Greenville Literacy Association with proclamation ahead of 60th Anniversary Luncheon
February 26, 2025
Greenville Literacy Association (GLA) is honored to receive an official proclamation from the Greenville County Council in recognition of its 60 years of service to adult learners in the community…
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Urban League of The Upstate receives transformative gifts for McClaren Institute of Health & Quality of Life
February 26, 2025The Urban League of the Upstate recently celebrated the near completion of its $3.5 million campaign for the McClaren Institute of Health & Quality of Life with a brunch, remarks, and gathering…
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Area water and wastewater utilities celebrate “Water Professionals Day” on March 3
February 26, 2025
The first Monday in March each year marks the celebration following legislation passed in 2024 Professionals working in all areas of the drinking water, wastewater and stormwater industries will celebrate…
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Hughes Agency welcomes Tessa Richey as Senior Account Executive
February 26, 2025
Hughes Agency, a full-service public relations, marketing, advertising and event management firm, announced the addition of Tessa Richey as Senior Account Executive. Richey is responsible for account services for clients…
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South Carolina ETV digital series Original SC shares inspiring stories from across the Palmetto State
February 26, 2025South Carolina ETV’s award-winning digital series Original SC offers an exploration of South Carolina through the lives of the people that call this place home. The season’s first episode debuted online on Jan. 30,…
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School of Medicine Columbia breaks ground on new facility at USC Health Sciences Campus
February 25, 2025
The University of South Carolina broke ground on a facility that will redefine the future of health care education and research during a ceremony on Tuesday, Feb. 25, at the…
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Converse University Writing Center recognized for excellence
February 25, 2025
The Center Acknowledgement and Recognition of Excellence Program (CARE) has honored Converse University’s Writing Center for its commitment to literacy, learning, and writing. This coveted certification was awarded by the…
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Endeavor Coworking Community welcomes new All Access members
February 25, 2025
Endeavor Workspaces announced three new All Access members: Mark Koppelmann, MBA, CFP, CRPS, senior financial advisor of LPL Financial, Andrea Koppelmann, MS, director of client relations of LPL Financial, and…
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NHE opens 34-unit affordable housing community off Pelham Road
February 25, 2025
NHE, Inc., has opened Parkway East, a 34-unit affordable housing community located on The Parkway off of Pelham Road. Developed using SC Housing Small Rental Development Program, which provides assistance…
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Healthy Palmetto unveils Statewide Action Plan for healthy eating and active living
February 25, 2025
Healthy Palmetto, a coalition of more than 40 organizations committed to improving health outcomes in South Carolina, successfully unveiled its 2025-2029 Statewide Action Plan for Healthy Eating and Active Living at an…
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Upstate Forever protected more than 1,100 acres in 2024 via conservation easements
February 25, 2025
Projects with conservation partners comprise nearly 1,900 additional acres protected Local conservation nonprofit Upstate Forever announced that the organization’s nationally accredited land trust finalized permanent conservation easements on a total of 1,130…
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South Carolina export sales total $38 billion in 2024, the highest volume since 2019
February 25, 2025
Automotive continues to be dominant industry for the state’s exports Governor Henry McMaster, the South Carolina Department of Commerce (S.C. Commerce) and South Carolina Ports (SC Ports) today announced that…
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Duke Energy celebrates Black History Month with $50,000 in grants directed to organizations by company’s South Carolina employees
February 25, 2025
Nearly 4,000 employees had the opportunity to nominate nonprofits in the state Five organizations were selected to receive $10,000 each to support their local missions To celebrate Black History Month,…
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School of Architecture launches hybrid option for Ph.D. in Design and the Built Environment
February 25, 2025
Clemson University’s School of Architecture announced a new hybrid option in the Ph.D. in Design and the Built Environment (DBE) program. The new option provides greater flexibility for working professionals…
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Clemson University Trustee David E. Dukes ’81 pledges distinguished professorship to the John E. Walker Department of Economics
February 25, 2025
Clemson University Board of Trustees member David E. Dukes ’81 and his wife Karen Royster Dukes ’82 have made a generous gift that will increase the University’s engaged impact across…
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March 1 celebrated annually as Meyer Center Day in South Carolina
February 25, 2025
The City of Greenville and the State of South Carolina officially proclaimed March 1 as Meyer Center Day in 2024 in honor of the Meyer Center for Special Children’s 70…
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Wilkerson family pledge creates endowment for premier lecture series
February 25, 2025
The Clemson University community will have the opportunity to engage with the world’s finest thinkers and influencers thanks to a generous gift from Clemson Board of Trustees Chair Kim Wilkerson…
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Clemson University launches historic capital campaign to raise $1.889 billion
February 25, 2025
Clemson University embarks on its most ambitious capital campaign to date, Fiercely Forward: A Campaign for Clemson. With a goal of $1.889 billion, the Fiercely Forward capital campaign positions Clemson to remain steadfast in…
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National Trust for Historic Preservation grant provides $250,000 to help protect iconic Soapstone Baptist Church in Pickens County
February 24, 2025
A historic Black Church in the Upstate has received a $250,000 grant from the National Trust for Historic Preservation’s African American Cultural Heritage Action Fund. The Soapstone Preservation Endowment (SPE)…
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William Johnson, Frank Davis named 2025 Best Lawyers® ‘Lawyer of the Year’ for Economic Development Law
February 24, 2025
The 2025 edition of Best Lawyers® has named two Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd P.A. shareholders “Lawyer of the Year” for Economic Development Law in their respective regions. HSB’s Economic Development practice…
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Upstate Jewish community members join others from across the state for Jewish Advocacy Day at the State House
February 24, 2025
Members of the Upstate Jewish community will be taking part in a statewide Advocacy Day at the South Carolina State House next month. This Advocacy Day is not just a…
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Southern First appoints Blair Miller as Chief Retail Experience Officer
February 24, 2025
Southern First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: SFST), holding company for Southern First Bank, announced the appointment of Blair Miller as Chief Retail Experience Officer and Executive Vice President. Miller is a…
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The Barbara Stone Foundation hosts Barbara’s Birthday Bash on March 1, 2025
February 24, 2025
The Barbara Stone Foundation, a non-profit organization focused on creating and supporting visionary programs for individuals with disabilities, is hosting Barbara’s Birthday Bash to honor the life and legacy of…
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Infinity Marketing kicks off 2025 with a brand refresh
February 21, 2025
Greenville-Based Marketing Agency Introduces a New Look Infinity Marketing (“Infinity”), a relationship- and results-focused marketing agency established in 1993, is stepping into 2025 with a refreshed brand. Their updated branding…
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Remembering John Culler
February 20, 2025
By Tom Poland I was on the phone with Joey Frazier, South Carolina Wildlife magazine’s editor. “Tom, did you know John Culler died last week?” I did not. Just…
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Hartness expands community offerings with new family-friendly park
February 20, 2025
Hartness, the award-winning urban village known for its commitment to greenspace, thoughtful design, and community-focused living, is excited to announce the addition of a new family-friendly park. Situated within The…
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Northside Development Group announces CEO transition and celebrates transformative leadership
February 20, 2025
Northside Development Group (NDG) announces that Michael Williamson, who has served as CEO for the past five years, will be transitioning to a new role as Vice President of Housing…
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Jackson joins Truliant Financial Advisors as Senior Advisor for Upstate, SC
February 20, 2025
Truliant Federal Credit Union announced that Donna Panton Jackson, Senior Financial Advisor, is joining Truliant Financial Advisors offered through CUSO Financial Services, L.P. (“CUSO”). Truliant Financial Advisors partners with CUSO…
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Columbia educator surprised with $25,000 Milken Award
February 20, 2025
Forest Lake Elementary School’s lead interventionist Keighley (pronounced “KAY-lee”) George thought she was attending a schoolwide assembly this morning in honor of a visit from State Department of Education officials, but instead, she received a heartwarming surprise. George was presented with the Milken Educator Award,…
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Girl Scouts of South Carolina – Mountains to Midlands announces new board of directors members
February 20, 2025
Girl Scouts of South Carolina—Mountains to Midlands Mountains announces the election of four new members to the Board of Directors, serving a 22-county jurisdiction. The four new members elected to…
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Paysmart Payroll welcomes Rebecca Swager as Payroll Specialist
February 20, 2025
Paysmart Payroll Services announced Rebecca Swager as the newest Payroll Specialist to their growing team. With a bachelor’s and master’s degree from Bob Jones University, Rebecca brings a strong foundation…
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SOS eCharging launches mobile EV charging service to address range anxiety in Upstate South Carolina
February 20, 2025
SOS eCharging announced the launch of its innovative mobile electric vehicle (EV) charging service, the first of its kind in Upstate South Carolina. By providing convenient, on-demand charging directly to…
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Furman celebrates award recipients at 2025 Bell Tower Ball
February 20, 2025
Furman celebrates award recipients at 2025 Bell Tower Ball Furman University presented a number of major awards at its annual Bell Tower Ball Saturday, Feb. 15, 2025. Under the glow…
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Greenville Technical College appoints Dr. Shadai Wilburn as dean of Educational Opportunity Programs
February 19, 2025
Dr. Shadai Wilburn, a seven-year employee at Greenville Technical College, has been named dean of Educational Opportunity Programs. These programs include Academic Coaching and Tutoring, ASPIRE, TRIO Upward Bound, and…
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16th Annual Women’s Empowerment Conference
February 19, 2025The Women’s Empowerment Conference has partnered with AnMed Health, Renea Rowland Insurance Agency, and Foothills Community Health Care to sponsor the 16th Annual Women’s Empowerment Conference. All women are invited…
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NP Strategy announces leadership transition
February 19, 2025Amanda Loveday Named CEO and Jean Cecil Frick Named COO NP Strategy, a strategic communications firm specializing in crisis response, media, and public relations, announced a leadership transition that will…
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