Columbia attorney William Witherspoon to lead SC Bar
May 16, 2016
COLUMBIA, SC – Columbia attorney William K. Witherspoon will be installed as the 2016-17 president of the South Carolina Bar on Thursday, May 19, during the Bar’s House of Delegates meeting at…
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Lion’s Roar CrossFit announces grand opening
May 16, 2016
First tenant to sign lease in Hampton Station opens doors GREENVILLE, SC – Greenville’s newest CrossFit box and Olympic Weightlifting gym, Lion’s Roar CrossFit, is proud to announce their grand…
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First ReWa Clean Water Challenge slated for next Tuesday
May 16, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – Students from Fisher Middle School and Hughes Academy will be competing next week to win the inaugural ReWa Clean Water Challenge. The ReWa Clean Water Challenge is…
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Furman professor honored by AMTA after hosting national tournament
May 16, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – How successful was the American Mock Trial Association (AMTA) national championship tournament that Furman University hosted April 15-17? Well, the AMTA just announced it has established an…
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Upstate nonobjective artist to exhibit in Guild Gallery at Chapman in June
May 16, 2016
Local Greenville artist Jane Doyle will hold her second exhibition of nonobjective paintings June 3-30 in Artists’ Guild of Spartanburg Gallery at Chapman Cultural Center in Spartanburg. In the exhibit…
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ECD grad Ashley Clayton makes learning fun
May 16, 2016
PENDLETON, SC – Tri-County Technical College Early Childhood Development (ECD) graduate Ashley Clayton says she knew she had chosen the right career path while serving as a student teacher’s assistant…
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New CEO Ken Tamsin joins Southern Community Services’ homeowner association management team
May 16, 2016
Southern Community Services (SCS), a homeowner association management firm serving more than 160 communities across the Carolinas, including Lake Carolina in Columbia, Park West in Charleston and Foxwood Hills in…
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First ReWa Clean Water Challenge slated for next Tuesday
May 16, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – Students from Fisher Middle School and Hughes Academy will be competing next week to win the inaugural ReWa Clean Water Challenge. The ReWa Clean Water Challenge is…
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Leadership Spartanburg graduates Class of 2015-2016
May 15, 2016
SPARTANBURG, SC – The Spartanburg Area Chamber of Commerce honored 42 graduates of the Leadership Spartanburg (LS) program class of 2015-2016 at a ceremony at The Country Club of Spartanburg…
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Veterans to be honored at 4th Annual Take Flight 5K
May 15, 2016
“On Saturday, May 28th during Memorial Day Weekend at the 4th Annual Take Flight 5K, we are going to add a few new things,” stated Joe Lanahan, Take Flight 5K…
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Jackson takes Best of Show at 2016 OBIE Awards
May 15, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – Jackson Marketing, Motorsports & Events, South Carolina’s second largest integrated marketing communications and events agency, brought home Best of Show honors from the Outdoor Advertising Association of…
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Science Center’s ‘Mr. Green’ to Retire May 22
May 12, 2016
After 36 years of teaching Spartanburg children about the wonders of science, John “Mr. Green” will retire from Spartanburg Science Center Sunday, May 22, 2016. The public is invited to…
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Katie Corley joins Coldwell Banker Caine in Greenville
May 12, 2016
Coldwell Banker Caine recently welcomed Katie Corley as a residential sales agent. Katie joins Coldwell Banker Caine with real estate experience in Colorado before returning to her hometown community in…
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The Association of Corporate Counsel names Ogletree Deakins a 2016 ACC “Value Champion”
May 12, 2016
The Association of Corporate Counsel (ACC) has named Ogletree Deakins as a 2016 ACC Value Champion for the firm’s value-based fee arrangement with hhgregg. The arrangement, leveraging the tools in…
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Viva Holdings Group, Inc. launching operations in Berkeley County
May 12, 2016
New Development To Bring $28 Million Investment and 200 New Jobs BERKELEY COUNTY, SC – Viva Holdings Group, Inc., an international leader in the worldwide rubber and plastic recycling…
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Viva Holdings Group, Inc. launching operations in Berkeley County
May 12, 2016
New Development To Bring $28 Million Investment and 200 New Jobs BERKELEY COUNTY, SC – Viva Holdings Group, Inc., an international leader in the worldwide rubber and plastic recycling…
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Phifer-Johnson Foundation/The Johnson Collection receives state’s highest art award
May 12, 2016
The Phifer-Johnson Foundation/The Johnson Collection has been named the recipient of the Elizabeth O’Neill Verner 2016 Business/Foundation Award, by the South Carolina Arts Commission. The Johnson Foundation was nominated by…
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The Association of Corporate Counsel names Ogletree Deakins a 2016 ACC “Value Champion”
May 12, 2016
The Association of Corporate Counsel (ACC) has named Ogletree Deakins as a 2016 ACC Value Champion for the firm’s value-based fee arrangement with hhgregg. The arrangement, leveraging the tools in…
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O’Neal Inc. hires Civil Engineer
May 11, 2016O’Neal Inc., a Greenville-based integrated design and construction firm, has hired Rob Will as Civil Engineer. Will has more than 5 years of civil engineering experience. He previously worked for…
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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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