National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week: Clearing Up the Myths
March 18, 2026
National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week (NDAFW) encourages families, educators and communities to share accurate, science-based information about drugs and alcohol with young people. The observance helps address common myths…
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ScanSource announces appointment of Chief Human Resources Officer
March 17, 2026
ScanSource, Inc. (NASDAQ: SCSC), a leading technology distributor uniquely positioned to address complex, converging technologies, announced the appointment of Michael Webb as Senior Executive Vice President and Chief Human Resources…
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Abigail Macias earns Enrolled Agent certification
March 17, 2026
Abigail Macias has officially earned her Enrolled Agent (EA) certification, a prestigious credential recognized by the Internal Revenue Service that authorizes tax professionals to represent taxpayers before the IRS. The…
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“Best tasting water” state award earned by Spartanburg Water’s Landrum drinking water treatment plant
March 17, 2026
The R.B Simms Drinking Water Treatment Plant also earned a competitive ranking Spartanburg Water’s Landrum Drinking Water Treatment Plant has been awarded “Best Tasting Water” in South Carolina at the…
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Clemson welcomes turfgrass agronomist focused on research, sustainability, and industry partnerships
March 17, 2026
Idalia “Alejandra” Sierra brings expertise in turfgrass science, sustainable management and stakeholder engagement. Idalia “Alejandra” Sierra is the new assistant professor of turfgrass agronomy at the Clemson University Pee Dee…
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Manufacturing Madness down to last four
March 17, 2026
South Carolina Manufacturers and Commerce (SCMC) announced the four products advancing to the final round of the 5th Annual Manufacturing Madness contest, where voters determine the Coolest Thing Made in…
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SCMC recognizes 92 South Carolina facilities for outstanding safety achievements
March 17, 2026
South Carolina Manufacturers and Commerce (SCMC) honored 92 industrial facilities across the state for their exceptional workplace safety performance in 2025. “When SCMC celebrates our annual safety awards, it’s with…
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South Carolina Restaurant & Lodging Association names Mark Newman as President & CEO
March 16, 2026
The South Carolina Restaurant & Lodging Association (SCRLA) today announced the appointment of Mark Newman as its next President & Chief Executive Officer, following a national search to identify the…
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Mac McLean named 2026 Best Lawyers® ‘Lawyer of the Year’ for Litigation – ERISA in Greenville
March 16, 2026
The 2026 edition of Best Lawyers has named Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. shareholder Arthur F. (Mac) McLean III “Lawyer of the Year” for Litigation – ERISA in Greenville, South Carolina.…
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Darla Moore Scholars of Veterinary Medicine established
March 16, 2026
The Darla Moore Foundation establishes scholarships to support Vet Med students from her home region The Darla Moore Foundation has created the Darla Moore Scholars of Veterinary Medicine program at Clemson University, a transformative scholarship initiative…
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Shamrock Technologies, Inc. relocating corporate headquarters as part of Laurens County expansion
March 16, 2026
$39.6 million investment will create 57 new jobs Shamrock Technologies, Inc. (Shamrock), a global leader in specialty additives, announced it is relocating its corporate headquarters as part of the company’s…
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Lieutenant Governor champions South Carolina Healthy Business Coalition
March 16, 2026Evette expresses support for organization’s mission to advance workforce health and wellbeing By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Days after the official launch of the South Carolina Healthy Business Coalition (SCHBC),…
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TowneBank announces David Lominack as South Carolina President
March 14, 2026
TowneBank and Dogwood State Bank, A Division of TowneBank, welcome David Lominack as President of South Carolina. A respected industry leader across The Palmetto State, Lominack is based in Greenville,…
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Duke Energy Foundation offers $500,000 to strengthen emergency preparedness across South Carolina
March 12, 2026
Duke Energy Foundation is investing $500,000 in South Carolina communities through its Helping Emergency Response Organizations (HERO) grant program to support weather-related emergency preparedness and response across the Palmetto State.…
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Clear Mountain Properties announces Plans for LIVA, a new lifestyle-focused residential community in Travelers Rest
March 12, 2026Clear Mountain Properties is set to break ground on LIVA, a thoughtfully designed multi-family residential community in the heart of downtown Travelers Rest. Situated on 10.5 acres, Liva will consist…
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The Insurance Source adds Clemson grad
March 12, 2026
Carli Moore has joined The Insurance Source as a Sales Executive. In this role, Moore will work with employers to develop strategic insurance and employee benefits solutions. She will focus…
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Local elected officials across South Carolina urge lawmakers to advance public deposits legislation
March 12, 2026
County and Municipal Leaders Statewide Call for Expanded Local Choice in Managing Community-Funded Deposits The Palmetto Public Deposits Coalition (PPDC) today announced that a growing coalition of local elected officials…
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St. Patrick’s Day: Celebrate Safely and Support Recovery
March 12, 2026
St. Patrick’s Day celebrations often include gatherings where alcohol becomes a central focus. While the holiday can be festive and fun, heavy drinking can increase the risk of alcohol-related injuries,…
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Huzzah! Revolutionary things to do in South Carolina’s Olde English District
March 12, 2026
Hear ye, hear ye! The Olde English District (OED) in South Carolina invites writers to come experience the landmarks, events, and unforgettable stories that they might not have heard about and learn…
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Reedy Reels announces film schedule
March 12, 2026
Documentaries on basketball, a movie about falling in love on a park bench, a humorous story of park rangers chasing a litterer and many more are part of the cavalcade…
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McMillan Pazdan Smith acquires MCA Architecture
March 12, 2026
McMillan Pazdan Smith (MPS) is announcing its acquisition of MCA Architecture (MCA) of Greenville, SC. This partnership deepens and expands the MPS industrial practice which designs and plans advanced and…
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S.C. Department of Environmental Services wins 2025 Notable State Documents Award for State Water Plan
March 12, 2026
The S.C. Department of Environmental Services (SCDES) is the recipient of a 2025 Notable State Documents Award from the South Carolina State Library for the 2025 South Carolina State Water…
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From Field to Legacy: Billy Dukes’ Hall of Fame moment
March 12, 2026
SCDNR’s Chief of Wildlife named to national hall of fame By Tom Mullikin In the world of wildlife conservation, few honors carry the weight of induction into the National Bobwhite…
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Governor McMaster signs joint resolution extending alcohol server training deadline
March 12, 2026
The South Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association (SCRLA) applauds Governor Henry McMaster for signing H. 5261, a joint resolution that extends the deadline for mandatory alcohol server training to May…
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Carolina Handling celebrates 60 years of innovation and service
March 12, 2026
The company marks 60 years of growth from a small equipment dealership to a leading integrated material handling solutions provider with more than 900 associates. Carolina Handling, the exclusive Raymond…
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Manufacturing Madness narrows field to eight finalists
March 12, 2026
Voting for the Top 8 Round of Manufacturing Madness Now Open South Carolina Manufacturers and Commerce (SCMC) announced the eight products advancing in the 5th Annual Manufacturing Madness, a contest…
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South Carolina Governor’s Schools host “Endless Opportunities” information sessions across the state
March 12, 2026
The Governor’s School for Agriculture at John de la Howe (JDLH), the South Carolina Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities (SCGSAH), and the South Carolina Governor’s School for Science…
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A Good Whooping
March 11, 2026
By Tom Poland I am no stranger to the flyswatter, switch, belt, and paddle. I even got a good whooping with a paint brush. I ought to be a…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Michael Grozier, Trueline
March 11, 2026
The Who’s on the Move, Entrepreneur Minute is an interview in support of the impact that entrepreneurs have on our communities. In this series you will see a diverse group of…
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Carolina Handling celebrates 60 years
March 11, 2026
The company marks 60 years of growth from a small equipment dealership to a leading integrated material handling solutions provider with more than 900 associates. Carolina Handling, the exclusive Raymond…
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Brenda Stewart reappointed by South Carolina Supreme Court to Commission on Lawyer Conduct
March 11, 2026
Stewart begins a new two-year term continuing her long-standing service as a non-lawyer member representing the public in South Carolina’s attorney disciplinary system. Laurens County resident and community leader Brenda…
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Inc. names Didi Caldwell, President and CEO of Global Location Strategies, to its 2026 Female Founders 500 list
March 10, 2026
Inc.’s annual Female Founders list celebrates the nation’s most innovative women entrepreneurs, who collectively generated approximately $12.3 billion in 2025 Global Location Strategies (GLS), the world’s leading location strategy and…
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City of Greenville Council update
March 10, 2026
City Council Approves Land Purchase for Proposed Falls Park Conference District City Council approved four land purchase agreements totaling six acres along Falls Street for a proposed transformational, mixed-use development.…
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Clemson English professor’s book earns international award from The Milton Society of America
March 10, 2026
Alumni Distinguished Professor Lee Morrissey’s most recent book won the James Holly Hanford Book Award. With a prestigious list of previous awardees, the recognition shows the depth of humanities scholarship…
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ReWa begins $37.5M Conestee Pump Station project
March 10, 2026
$10M SCIIP grant provides support Renewable Water Resources (ReWa) is celebrating the beginning of its $37.5 million Conestee Pump Station project to enhance wastewater capacity management while reinforcing its commitment…
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Connor Ocasal joins Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd’s Greenville office
March 9, 2026
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. welcomed Connor E. Ocasal to our Greenville office, where he focuses his practice on commercial litigation. Prior to joining Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, Connor worked as an…
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The SCOPA announces Spring Meeting 2026 in the City of Greenville
March 9, 2026
The South Carolina Optometric Physicians Association (SCOPA) announced its 2026 Spring Meeting, March 27–29, 2026, at the historic Westin Poinsett in downtown Greenville, offering up to 10 hours of COPE-approved…
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SC Housing to launch 2026 Palmetto Heroes Program with $10,000 down payment assistance for public servants
March 9, 2026
Beginning March 16, South Carolina’s public service heroes can apply for $10,000 in forgivable down payment assistance through SC Housing’s 2026 Palmetto Heroes Program, with funds available on a first-come,…
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Tax breaks for South Carolina boat owners sail through the state Senate
March 8, 2026
Courtesy of the South Carolina Daily Gazette By Jessica Holdman March 5, 2026 SC currently has the highest property taxes on boats in the country South Carolina boat owners can…
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Target expands Baby Retail strategy with new experience at Greenville, Simpsonville stores
March 6, 2026
Retailers across the country are rethinking how they merchandise baby products, and Target is introducing a new in-store concept designed to meet the evolving needs of young families. The company…
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Spring Break Check-In: Talking With Your College Student About Substance Use
March 6, 2026
As Spring Break approaches, college students across South Carolina are preparing to return home, travel or spend time with friends. No matter where students spend the break, it presents a…
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Patient Safety Awareness Week: Protecting Families Through Safe Medication Use
March 6, 2026
During Patient Safety Awareness Week, March 8-14, the South Carolina Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities’ Office of Substance Use Services (OSUS) is reminding families that safe medication practices…
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ScanSource appoints Mark Morgan as President of Specialty Technologies
March 6, 2026
ScanSource, Inc. (NASDAQ: SCSC), a leading technology distributor uniquely positioned to address complex, converging technologies, announced the appointment of Mark Morgan as President, Specialty Technologies. In this role, Morgan will…
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Habitat Greenville celebrates Women’s Build
March 6, 2026In honor of National Women’s Month, dozens of community leaders gathered in Nicholtown to celebrate the completion of a historic home. The annual Habitat for Humanity of Greenville Women’s Build…
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Muzika! 2026 Festival announces 5th anniversary season in South Carolina
March 5, 2026
25-year international legacy brings Metropolitan Opera leadership, Broadway classics, and Bulgarian folk to the Palmetto State this June This June, the Muzika! Festival returns to South Carolina for its fifth…
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Colliers Dealmakers: Recent purchases, sales, leases and investments in Greenville-Spartanburg
March 5, 2026
Greenville-Spartanburg, SC – Colliers | South Carolina announced the following recently completed commercial real estate transactions from our offices in Greenville-Spartanburg: Industrial Garrett Scott, SIOR, Brockton Hall, SIOR, Dillon Swayngim,…
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United Way seeking projects for annual ‘Hands On Greenville Day’ on Saturday, May 2
March 5, 2026
United Way of Greenville County’s Hands On Greenville (HOG) Day, the Upstate’s largest day of service, returns on Saturday, May 2, uniting thousands of volunteers to make a tangible impact across Greenville County. United Way is now calling on local…
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Herlong Sotheby’s honors Associates
March 5, 2026
Herlong Sotheby’s International Realty recently honored its Associates and staff for amazing work in the past year. F. Reid Hipp Award (Company MVP ): Michael McGreevey F. Reid Hipp Award…
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Republic of Decor opens in Greenville’s West End
March 5, 2026
Republic of Decor, an award-winning showroom and interior design studio offering an eclectic mix of stylish home accessories, unique gifts, and distinctive interior design objects and décor, has opened its…
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South Carolina New Play Festival 2026 marks five years with a first full production, expanded programming, and Broadway star Drew Gehling (& Juliet)
March 5, 2026
The South Carolina New Play Festival (SCNPF) announced it will premiere its first full production The House I Live In: Josh White’s America, by Donnetta Lavinia Grays, taking place July…
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