Clark and Cummings bring a new specialty to the Upstate
April 21, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – CBRE announced Ryan Clark, Senior Associate, and Joe Cummings, Associate within CBRE’s Advisory and Transaction Services team, are transitioning their specialties to Advisory & Transaction Services |…
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Habitat Greenville celebrates 20 years partnership with Golden Strip Church Coalition
April 21, 2016
SIMPSONVILLE, SC – Twenty years ago, several volunteers approached Habitat Greenville with the idea of helping expand affordable Habitat housing into the Golden Strip. Their idea was taken to churches…
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LS3P founder Frank Lucas, FAIA awarded the Order of the Palmetto
April 21, 2016Architect Frank Lucas, FAIA was recently awarded the Order of the Palmetto, South Carolina’s highest civilian honor, on the occasion of his retirement dinner. The award was presented at a…
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Rebuild Upstate adds Volunteer Coordinator
April 21, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – Sarah Barthelmes has joined Rebuild Upstate as its Volunteer and Administrative Coordinator. A student at Arizona State University, she will be responsible for working with Rebuild Upstate…
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Achieving the Dream selects Greenville Technical College to participate in its Student Financial Empowerment Project
April 21, 2016
Achieving the Dream and Greenville Technical College (GTC) today announced that GTC will receive $25,000 over a two-year period to expand and strengthen financial empowerment activities designed to strengthen students’…
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Homes of Hope receives $100,000 grant from Wells Fargo Housing Foundation
April 21, 2016
Homes of Hope was recently awarded a $100,000 affordable housing grant by the Wells Fargo Housing Foundation. The grant will be used to support Homes of Hope’s newest affordable housing…
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S.C. Chamber announces salute to small business awards winners
April 21, 2016
The State Chamber today announced the winners of its annual Salute to Small Business awards. The South Carolina Salute to Small Business is the Palmetto State’s annual National Small Business Week event. Now…
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United Ministries and the Greenville Area Interfaith Hospitality Network unite
April 21, 2016
Merger Will Increase the Reach and Broaden the Capability of Both Organizations GREENVILLE, SC – After years of partnering to assist those in need in Greenville, United Ministries and…
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United Phosphorus, Inc. to establish operations in Williamsburg County
April 20, 2016
Company Investing More Than $20 Million In Kingstree Development United Phosphorus, Inc. (UPI), a manufacturing company specializing in chemical blending operations, plans to establish a new industrial operation in Williamsburg…
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Girl Scouts announces Emerald Circle Chair and kickoff celebration
April 20, 2016
GREENWOOD, SC – Girl Scouts of South Carolina – Mountains to Midlands has appointed Dr. Donna H. Foster as 2016 Chair for its Emerald Circle in Greenwood, Abbeville, McCormick and Saluda ckounties.…
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Wofford alumnus James Scott named Pulitzer Prize finalist
April 20, 2016
James Scott’s cellphone dinged numerous times Monday afternoon while he was helping his daughter with her homework. When he finally took notice, he was stunned to see 40 emails, many of them…
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Coldwell Banker Caine’s 121 Rhett Development nearing completion with two remaining condos available
April 20, 2016
As the highest development in Greenville’s booming West End, 121 Rhett broke ground last summer to begin building seven stories of 36 luxurious condominiums. Today, only two units remain available…
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Heather Young joins Coldwell Banker Caine in Greenville
April 20, 2016
Coldwell Banker Caine recently welcomed Heather Young as a residential sales agent to its Greenville office. Heather joins Coldwell Banker Caine with a background in sales and business development, most…
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Wofford offers Chinese summer program for middle, high school students
April 20, 2016
Upstate middle and high school students will have the opportunity to visit China this summer – without boarding a jetliner – by participating in Wofford College’s STARTALK @ Wofford two-week…
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Record field to compete in Collegiate Club Nationals This Weekend
April 20, 2016
Clemson, South Carolina, will host the largest-ever field of collegiate triathletes across the United States this weekend at the 2016 USA Triathlon Collegiate Club National Championships, set for April 22-23.…
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Free Concert Series (for your smartphone, computer)
April 20, 2016
The Upstate of South Carolina has a new free concert series called “The Downtown Jam™” focused on local singer-songwriters in the Upstate, but you won’t need a ticket to enjoy…
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Marlboro and Greenwood join initiative to improve college access for rural students
April 20, 2016
COLUMBIA, SC – Marlboro High School in Marlboro and Emerald High School in Greenwood have joined the Rural Innovative Schools initiative led by the South Carolina Council on Competitiveness. The…
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Slaughter hired to lead Greenville Literacy Association
April 20, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – The Board of Directors of the Greenville Literacy Association has named Jocelyn Slaughter as Executive Director. As chief executive officer, Slaughter will provide strategic leadership and manage…
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United Community Bank adds experienced local banker Russ Williams to Greenville team
April 20, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – United Community Bank is pleased to welcome Russ Williams to the Greenville team as Senior Vice President, Commercial Relationship Manager. Williams joins United Community Bank with more…
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Zaptec and ITIC to Collaborate on Smart Charging Technology
April 20, 2016
The International Transportation Innovation Center (ITIC) in Greenville, S.C. has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Zaptec of Norway to mutually work on smart charging technology solutions for electric vehicles.…
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United Community Bank adds experienced local banker Russ Williams to Greenville team
April 20, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – United Community Bank is pleased to welcome Russ Williams to the Greenville team as Senior Vice President, Commercial Relationship Manager. Williams joins United Community Bank with more…
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Zaptec and ITIC to Collaborate on Smart Charging Technology
April 20, 2016
The International Transportation Innovation Center (ITIC) in Greenville, S.C. has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Zaptec of Norway to mutually work on smart charging technology solutions for electric vehicles.…
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Shafer Huguley names new Project Coordinator
April 19, 2016
Shafer Huguley Marketing Communications is pleased to welcome Ashlyn Byrne as Project Coordinator. Byrne brings an array of creative skills, along with valuable planning and project management experience. “Ashlyn has…
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Converse College announces UNC Charlotte leader as tenth president
April 19, 2016
The Converse College Board of Trustees announced the selection of Krista Newkirk, J.D., currently the chief of staff for the University of North Carolina at Charlotte, as the College’s tenth…
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Wofford alumnus James Scott named Pulitzer finalist
April 19, 2016
Author of acclaimed ‘Target Tokyo’ James Scott’s cellphone dinged numerous times Monday afternoon while he was helping his daughter with her homework. When he finally took notice, he was…
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Zaptec and ITIC to collaborate on smart charging technology
April 19, 2016
The International Transportation Innovation Center (ITIC) in Greenville, S.C. has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Zaptec of Norway to mutually work on smart charging technology solutions for electric vehicles. Zaptec…
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Duke Energy and Reading Is Fundamental partner to boost childhood reading skills
April 19, 2016– Program to be piloted in South Carolina’s Pee Dee region – More than 3,000 second graders expected to participate – Program reflects a $400,000 investment by Duke Energy …
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South Carolina business community letter to General Assembly regarding S.1203
April 19, 2016
COLUMBIA, SC – The South Carolina Chamber, South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance, South Carolina Economic Developers Association, South Carolina Hospital Association, and the Charleston, Clemson, Columbia, Greenville, Greenwood, Myrtle Beach, North…
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South Carolina business community letter to General Assembly regarding S.1203
April 19, 2016COLUMBIA, SC – The South Carolina Chamber, South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance, South Carolina Economic Developers Association, South Carolina Hospital Association, and the Charleston, Clemson, Columbia, Greenville, Greenwood, Myrtle Beach, North…
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Cushman & Wakefield | Thalhimer awarded commercial management of Matrix Business Center in Piedmont, South Carolina
April 19, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – Cushman & Wakefield | Thalhimer has been selected by Dalfen America Corp for the commercial property management of Matrix Business Center in Piedmont, South Carolina. The 71,809 square…
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Two Colliers International Marketing Coordinators receive CPMC designation
April 19, 2016
The designation, received after a year of extensive training, increases Colliers’ property marketing edge Colliers International’s Kirstin Clark and Brooke McAbee received the Commercial Property Marketing Certification (CPMC) designation from…
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Two Colliers International Marketing Coordinators receive CPMC designation
April 19, 2016
The designation, received after a year of extensive training, increases Colliers’ property marketing edge Colliers International’s Kirstin Clark and Brooke McAbee received the Commercial Property Marketing Certification (CPMC) designation from…
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ReWa names Greg Wright Engineering Director
April 19, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – Renewable Water Resources (ReWa) has recently named Greg Wright, PE as Engineering Director after his dedicated service as Engineering Manager for the past five years. Wright holds…
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ReWa names Greg Wright Engineering Director
April 19, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – Renewable Water Resources (ReWa) has recently named Greg Wright, PE as Engineering Director after his dedicated service as Engineering Manager for the past five years. Wright holds…
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Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Carolinas breaks ground on “Building Hope” expansion project
April 18, 2016
RMHC of the Carolinas broke ground on its $3.5 million capital campaign expansion project today. The expansion will allow the Ronald McDonald House, located in Greenville, S.C., to double the amount…
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Tri-County Entrepreneurial Development Corporation announces Business Plan Center
April 18, 2016
The Tri-County Entrepreneurial Development Corporation has announced their new Business Plan Center. The Business Plan Center, located in the Oconee Business Center, will be a venue where clients have a…
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Dr. Julie Hartman receives Child Abuse Prevention Grant
April 18, 2016
Dr. Julie Hartman, teacher education professor and program coordinator for early care and development and early childhood education programs at Bob Jones University, recently received a grant awarded by the…
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Furman Mathematics Professor Hutson wins SCICU Teaching Award
April 18, 2016Dr. Kevin Hutson, Professor of Mathematics at Furman University, has been awarded a 2016 Excellence in Teaching Award from the South Carolina Independent Colleges & Universities (SCICU) organization. SCICU annually…
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Applications open for Leadership Greenville Class 43
April 18, 2016
Apply today for Leadership Greenville Class 43 . For the last 42 years, Leadership Greenville has been the premier leadership program in Greenville, and possibly in the country. We have graduated…
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Thomason joins ProSource Plumbing Supply
April 18, 2016
ProSource Plumbing Supply – a Greenville-based wholesale supplier of commercial and residential plumbing fixtures, hardware and supplies – recently announced that Will Thomason has joined the company as Outside Sales…
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ONE Clemson gala, golf tournament to raise funds for student athlete career services
April 18, 2016
The ONE Clemson Organization is hosting its second annual golf tournament and gala to raise funds for career programs to help student athletes. The gala will be Friday in Bon Secours Wellness…
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Piedmont Natural Gas Foundation announces opening of 2016 Environmental Stewardship and Energy Sustainability (ES2) Grant Cycle
April 18, 2016
The Piedmont Natural Gas Foundation is currently accepting applications from eligible 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations, governmental and educational institutions for its 2016 Environmental Stewardship and Energy Sustainability (ES2) Competitive Grant Program.…
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Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Carolinas breaks ground on expansion project
April 18, 2016
RMHC of the Carolinas broke ground on its$3.5 million capital campaign expansion project. The expansion will allow the Ronald McDonald House, located in Greenville, S.C., to double the amount of families…
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Smith Moore Leatherwood wins two Hermes Creative Awards
April 18, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – Smith Moore Leatherwood’s website has been recognized with two Hermes Creative Awards, which honor the concepts, writing, and design of traditional and emerging media from entries around the…
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Tri-County’s Social Sciences Department Head serves on AACC Faculty Advisory Council
April 18, 2016
Tri-County Technical College’s Social Sciences Department Head has been selected from faculty across the country to serve on the American Association of Community Colleges’ (AACC) 10-member Faculty Advisory Council. Penny…
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Alumna Dr. Paige West to be Wofford Commencement speaker
April 18, 2016
Three honorary degrees to be presented during May 15 event Dr. Paige West, a 1991 Wofford College graduate and now professor of anthropology at Columbia University and chair of…
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CABTEQ Solutions establishing operations in York County
April 18, 2016
Company Investing $3 Million To Create 125 New Jobs COLUMBIA, SC – CABTEQ Solutions (CABTEQ), a South Carolina-based company, which specializes in commercial cabinetry, is establishing operations in York…
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CABTEQ Solutions establishing operations in York County
April 18, 2016
Company Investing $3 Million To Create 125 New Jobs COLUMBIA, SC – CABTEQ Solutions (CABTEQ), a South Carolina-based company, which specializes in commercial cabinetry, is establishing operations in York…
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Four new Palmetto Military Employers recognized at second annual OPE Midlands Summit
April 18, 2016
Employers, hiring managers, veteran employment representatives and military service members met Thursday in Columbia to learn more about how to recruit and retain military hires through Operation Palmetto Employment (OPE),…
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Four new Palmetto Military Employers recognized at second annual OPE Midlands Summit
April 18, 2016
Employers, hiring managers, veteran employment representatives and military service members met Thursday in Columbia to learn more about how to recruit and retain military hires through Operation Palmetto Employment (OPE),…
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