John Woodson receives Tri-County Technical College’s Presidential Medallion for Instructional Excellence
May 11, 2016
PENDLETON, SC – John Woodson, program coordinator for Media Arts Production (MAP) at Tri-County Technical College, was honored May 10 with the highest award presented to the faculty. He received…
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Randy Blackston receives 2016 Distinguished Alumni Award
May 11, 2016
ANDERSON, SC – In 1988 Randy Blackston was on the University Transfer track with the goal of studying Business Management at Clemson University when he met Tri-County Technical College’s Industrial…
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Upstate Splash Freestyle Jam
May 11, 2016
Local musicians band together to help end childhood drowning Greenville, SC – Local Musician Charles Hedgepath and Upstate Splash Charity announce the first ever Upstate Splash Freestyle Jam. Upstate Splash…
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Old Chicago Pizza & Taproom signs franchise agreement to open four restaurants in South Carolina
May 11, 2016
Experienced Multi-Unit Operator Expands Casual Dining Leader’s Presence in the Southeast Old Chicago Pizza & Taproom, a leader in casual dining known for its delicious, handcrafted pizza, distinctive taproom fare…
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Old Chicago Pizza & Taproom signs franchise agreement to open four restaurants in South Carolina
May 11, 2016
Experienced Multi-Unit Operator Expands Casual Dining Leader’s Presence in the Southeast Old Chicago Pizza & Taproom, a leader in casual dining known for its delicious, handcrafted pizza, distinctive taproom fare…
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thyssenkrupp Industrial Services establishing operations in Charleston County
May 11, 2016
Company investing significantly to establish Lowcountry facility The South Carolina Department of Commerce announced thyssenkrupp Industrial Services, a full-service provider of customized product management solutions, is establishing operations in Charleston County.…
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thyssenkrupp Industrial Services establishing operations in Charleston County
May 11, 2016
Company investing significantly to establish Lowcountry facility The South Carolina Department of Commerce announced thyssenkrupp Industrial Services, a full-service provider of customized product management solutions, is establishing operations in Charleston County.…
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Clemson’s Mohammed Daqaq wins award for research on energy harvesters
May 11, 2016
Mohammed Daqaq of Clemson University is the winner of an award that recognizes the research he has done to develop “energy harvesters,” a new technology that could play a key…
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RIT mechanical engineering Professor to speak at GSSM’s 27th commencement ceremony
May 11, 2016
The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics (GSSM) announced Dr. Margaret Bailey, professor of mechanical engineering at Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT) and the senior faculty associate to…
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RIT mechanical engineering Professor to speak at GSSM’s 27th commencement ceremony
May 11, 2016
The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics (GSSM) announced Dr. Margaret Bailey, professor of mechanical engineering at Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT) and the senior faculty associate to…
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Embassy Suites Downtown Greenville Riverplace announces leadership team
May 11, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – Embassy Suites Downtown Greenville Riverplace has announced the leadership team that will guide its grand opening later this year. Glen Williams will continue his role as the…
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Crawford Strategy welcomes Sandi La Rene as Office Manager
May 11, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – Crawford Strategy, a full service marketing and communications firm, welcomes Sandi La Rene to the agency as Office Manager. “Sandi is making an immediate, positive contribution to…
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Upstate Splash Freestyle Jam
May 11, 2016
Local musicians band together to help end childhood drowning Greenville, SC – Local Musician Charles Hedgepath and Upstate Splash Charity announce the first ever Upstate Splash Freestyle Jam. Upstate Splash…
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Embassy Suites Downtown Greenville Riverplace announces leadership team
May 11, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – Embassy Suites Downtown Greenville Riverplace has announced the leadership team that will guide its grand opening later this year. Glen Williams will continue his role as the…
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National ATM Systems, largest ATM sales firm in South Carolina, sold by Viking Mergers & Acquisitions
May 10, 2016National ATM Systems, an ATM sales and service company based out of Columbia, SC has officially been sold. The transaction was facilitated by Viking Mergers & Acquisitions, a middle market…
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National ATM Systems, largest ATM sales firm in South Carolina, sold by Viking Mergers & Acquisitions
May 10, 2016National ATM Systems, an ATM sales and service company based out of Columbia, SC has officially been sold. The transaction was facilitated by Viking Mergers & Acquisitions, a middle market…
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Filmmakers’ Indie Grants program accepting applications
May 10, 2016The South Carolina Film Commission and Trident Technical College have opened the next funding cycle for their Indie Grants program. South Carolina writers, filmmakers and other production professionals should submit…
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Filmmakers’ Indie Grants program accepting applications
May 10, 2016The South Carolina Film Commission and Trident Technical College have opened the next funding cycle for their Indie Grants program. South Carolina writers, filmmakers and other production professionals should submit…
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SC Chamber Safety Awards presented to Renewable Water Resources
May 10, 2016
Renewable Water Resources (ReWa) was presented the South Carolina Chamber Safety Awards to honor its efforts in making workplace safety a priority. The following ReWa departments received safety awards: Administrative…
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Registration open for executive leadership training program
May 10, 2016GREENVILLE, SC – Furman University’s Center for Corporate and Professional Development has created a series of seminars which offer a unique approach to executive development. Taught by Furman faculty, Liberal…
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George Shields named Vice President for Academic Affairs and Provost at Furman University
May 10, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – Furman University President Elizabeth Davis announced that Dr. George C. Shields, Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences at Bucknell University, has been named Vice President…
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Longer route, more ops for veterans to take part highlight 2016 Armed Forces Day Parade and Celebration
May 10, 2016
The 2016 Armed Greenville Armed Forces Day Parade will feature a longer route, ends with a celebration at Flour Field and offers more opportunities for veterans to take part when…
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SC Chamber Safety Awards presented to Renewable Water Resources
May 10, 2016
Renewable Water Resources (ReWa) was presented the South Carolina Chamber Safety Awards to honor its efforts in making workplace safety a priority. The following ReWa departments received safety awards: Administrative…
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Clemson president reflects on issues, achievements at year-end meeting
May 9, 2016
Clemson University President James P. Clements lauded the accomplishments of faculty and staff and acknowledged work to be done to move Clemson forward during the May 6, year-end general faculty…
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Miller assumes role as dean of students
May 9, 2016
Christopher Miller, Ph.D. has been named Clemson University’s associate vice president for Student Affairs and Dean of Students. Miller is assuming the role after serving as interim dean of students…
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Miller gift establishes endowed chair in medical physics at Clemson
May 9, 2016
Cardiologist Waenard L. Miller and his wife, Sheila, of Frisco, Texas, have given $2 million to Clemson University to establish the Dr. Waenard L. Miller, Jr. ’69 and Sheila M.…
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First Citizens Bank makes donation to Plant it Forward SC
May 9, 2016
First Citizens Bank donated $5,000 to Plant it Forward South Carolina, an initiative by South Carolina Advocates for Agriculture, on May 9, 2016. Plant it Forward SC will provide relief…
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Valentine named Clemson nursing school director, GHS chief nursing academic officer
May 9, 2016
An international leader in nursing education has been named director and associate dean of Clemson University’s School of Nursing and chief nursing academic officer of Greenville Health System (GHS). Photo: Kathleen…
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Jan Gibbs receives Adjunct Faculty Presidential Award at Tri-County Technical College
May 9, 2016
Jan Gibbs, an adjunct instructor/lecturer in Tri-County Technical College’s Medical Assisting program, received the College’s 2016 Adjunct Faculty Presidential Award May 4. This award is given annually at the spring…
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GSSM senior named semifinalist in U.S. Presidential Scholars Program
May 9, 2016
The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics (GSSM) is pleased to announce that graduating senior, Hamza Ahmed, has been named a semifinalist in the U.S. Presidential Scholarship Program. Ahmed,…
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Duke Energy awards Furman nearly $100K for lake restoration
May 9, 2016Furman University has received a $95,000 grant to support its continuing commitment to protecting and enhancing the region’s waterways and environment. The grant is part of Duke Energy’s Water Resources…
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Longer route, more ops for veterans to take part highlight 2016 Armed Forces Day Parade and Celebration
May 9, 2016
The 2016 Armed Greenville Armed Forces Day Parade will feature a longer route, ends with a celebration at Flour Field and offers more opportunities for veterans to take part when…
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Phillips Staffing adds Melanie Sass to lead accounting & finance team
May 9, 2016Phillips Staffing, one of South Carolina’s largest and fastest-growing staffing and human capital solution providers, has added Melanie Sass as Accounting Manager on its rapidly growing team. Mrs. Sass joins…
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ECD wins CHE’s Excellence in Service Learning award
May 9, 2016
PENDLETON, SC – A service learning project that pairs Early Childhood Development (ECD) students with at-risk kindergarteners to improve the children’s language development skills has won the S.C. Commission on…
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Two South Carolina school leaders receive top honors
May 9, 2016
Calhoun County School District Superintendent, Dr. Steve Wilson, has been named the 2017 South Carolina Superintendent of the Year, and District Five of Lexington & Richland Counties Chief Instructional Officer,…
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Two South Carolina school leaders receive top honors
May 9, 2016
Calhoun County School District Superintendent, Dr. Steve Wilson, has been named the 2017 South Carolina Superintendent of the Year, and District Five of Lexington & Richland Counties Chief Instructional Officer,…
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Sitel announces Spartanburg County customer experience center
May 9, 2016
Leading customer care provider to bring $2.5 million investment and more than 400 jobs to Upstate SPARTANBURG, SC – Sitel, a leading global customer care provider, announced significant business growth…
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Sitel announces Spartanburg County customer experience center
May 9, 2016
Leading customer care provider to bring $2.5 million investment and more than 400 jobs to Upstate SPARTANBURG, SC – Sitel, a leading global customer care provider, announced significant business growth…
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Duke Energy awards $730,000 in Water Resources Fund grants to local organizations
May 9, 2016Part of $10 million, multiyear commitment to protect and improve the environment Already, 38 projects have received more than $3.5 million from the fund CHARLOTTE, NC – Nine organizations…
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O’Neal Inc. hires Project Controller
May 9, 2016
O’Neal Inc., a Greenville-based integrated design and construction firm, has hired Jonathan Sharpe as Project Controller. Sharpe has more than 10 years of project controls experience. He previously worked for…
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Willis Fortson named store manager at TD Bank
May 9, 2016
CLINTON, SC – TD Bank, America’s Most Convenient Bank®, has named Willis Fortson Store Manager for its Clinton, S.C. Store. He is responsible for developing and managing business and customer relations,…
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Greenville entrepreneur Johnson to moderate Chamber panel
May 9, 2016
Local entrepreneur Tammy Johnson will be the moderator at the Greenville Chamber of Commerce’s Small Business Owners Forum next week. The quarterly event provides an opportunity for small business owners…
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NASCAR Champion Jimmie Johnson to ride in the 2016 Assault on Mount Mitchell
May 9, 2016
SPARTANBURG, SC – The Freewheelers Cycling Association is excited to announce six-time NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Champion Jimmie Johnson will be riding in the 2016 Assault on Mount Mitchell, taking…
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Tom’s Guide declares Computer Direct’s Volta: Just Plain Powerful
May 9, 2016
Computer Direct Outlet’s Volta VZ desktop workstation has scored another major review – this time from one of the leading magazines in the tech industry world. Tom’s Guide declared the…
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Smith Moore Leatherwood promotes Courtney Mebane to Marketing Communications Manager
May 9, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – Smith Moore Leatherwood announced that Courtney Mebane has been promoted to the position of Marketing Communications Manager for the 165-attorney regional law firm. In her new role, she…
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NASCAR Champion Jimmie Johnson to ride in the 2016 Assault on Mount Mitchell
May 9, 2016
SPARTANBURG, SC – The Freewheelers Cycling Association is excited to announce six-time NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Champion Jimmie Johnson will be riding in the 2016 Assault on Mount Mitchell, taking…
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Tom’s Guide declares Computer Direct’s Volta: Just Plain Powerful
May 9, 2016
Computer Direct Outlet’s Volta VZ desktop workstation has scored another major review – this time from one of the leading magazines in the tech industry world. Tom’s Guide declared the…
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Greenville entrepreneur Johnson to moderate Chamber panel
May 9, 2016
Local entrepreneur Tammy Johnson will be the moderator at the Greenville Chamber of Commerce’s Small Business Owners Forum next week. The quarterly event provides an opportunity for small business owners…
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Phillips Staffing adds Melanie Sass to lead accounting & finance team
May 9, 2016
Phillips Staffing, one of South Carolina’s largest and fastest-growing staffing and human capital solution providers, has added Melanie Sass as Accounting Manager on its rapidly growing team. Mrs. Sass joins…
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U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) on 2016 Elections
May 6, 2016
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) today made this statement on the 2016 elections. “It’s hard to believe that in a nation of more than 300 million Americans…
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