Colliers International professionals receive the Central Carolina REALTORS® Association Commercial Brokers Circle of Excellence Awards
April 5, 2016
The Central Carolina REALTORS® Association announced the top 2015 commercial real estate producers and special award winners at its annual Circle of Excellence Awards ceremony, and seventeen Colliers International professionals…
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Comcast to build Customer Experience Center of Excellence in North Charleston
April 5, 2016
80,000-square-foot facility on 17 acres key part of Comcast’s nationwide customer experience transformation CHARLESTON, SC – Comcast announced today that it is establishing a new customer service and technical support Center…
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Comcast to build Customer Experience Center of Excellence in North Charleston
April 5, 2016
80,000-square-foot facility on 17 acres key part of Comcast’s nationwide customer experience transformation CHARLESTON, SC – Comcast announced today that it is establishing a new customer service and technical support Center…
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United Community Banks, Inc. announces acquisition of Tideland Bancshares, Inc.
April 5, 2016
Strategic purchase completes a two-step plan, accelerating growth in attractive coastal South Carolina markets Additional organic growth from lift-out of an experienced lending team Compelling acquisition that is immediately accretive…
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The Old Cigar Warehouse named Top 20 wedding venue
April 5, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – Greenville has found its way onto the national radar for its downtown charm and growing food scene. Thanks to The Old Cigar Warehouse, Greenville tops another list…
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The Old Cigar Warehouse named Top 20 wedding venue
April 5, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – Greenville has found its way onto the national radar for its downtown charm and growing food scene. Thanks to The Old Cigar Warehouse, Greenville tops another list…
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United Community Banks, Inc. announces acquisition of Tideland Bancshares, Inc.
April 5, 2016
Strategic purchase completes a two-step plan, accelerating growth in attractive coastal South Carolina markets Additional organic growth from lift-out of an experienced lending team Compelling acquisition that is immediately accretive…
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Green Cloud Technologies earns Cisco’s Master Certification
April 4, 2016
Green Cloud Technologies, an employee-owned cloud technology solutions provider based in Greenville, SC, announces that it has achieved Master Certification as a Cisco Cloud and Managed Services Master Partner. This…
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Singleton wins Corrington Award for Literary Excellence
April 4, 2016
Wofford College professor George W. Singleton has written himself into good company once again — this time as the 26th recipient of the prestigious John William Corrington Award for Literary…
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Wofford College receives grant from Aspen Institute Stevens Initiative
April 4, 2016
Wofford College has received a two-year grant to use virtual exchange to increase cross-cultural understanding and equip young people to participate in a global economy, the Aspen Institute Stevens Initiative…
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Becky Patterson joins Coldwell Banker Caine in Greenville
April 4, 2016Coldwell Banker Caine recently welcomed Becky Patterson as a residential sales agent to its Greenville office. Becky joins Coldwell Banker Caine with experience from another real estate company in the…
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Google announces free WiFi at new ballpark
April 4, 2016
Residents, visitors and businesses can now take advantage of free WiFi at another community gathering place. April 2nd at 10AM, Google and the Town of Moncks Corner announced that the…
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High school students to attend Imagine TCTC,
April 4, 2016
A campus visit experience, April 7 High school students are invited to experience the exciting STEM-related opportunities Tri-County Technical College has to offer by attending Imagine TCTC, a Campus…
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Coldwell Banker Commercial Caine wins CoStar Group Power Broker Awards
April 4, 2016Coldwell Banker Commercial Caine and associate Sammy Dubose have recently been named CoStar Group Power Brokers in the Greenville andSpartanburg area for 2015. CoStar is the largest professional research association…
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Ballato named academician in World Academy of Ceramics
April 4, 2016
A Clemson University professor who specializes in making optical fiber and has won just about every top honor in his field has added another high-flying accolade to his collection. John…
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Jiangnan Mold Plastic Technology Corporation establishing operations in Spartanburg County
April 4, 2016
Development will bring $45 million investment and create 150 new jobs . . Jiangnan Mold Plastic Technology Corporation is establishing operations in Spartanburg County. The company is investing $45 million…
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Main and Stone live/work community announces three commercial tenants
April 4, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – Main and Stone LLC, an affiliate of Charleston-based developer The Beach Company, announced that it will welcome three new commercial tenants to its mixed-use community. Connecting three historic…
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Furman University honors distinguished alumni at Bell Tower Ball
April 4, 2016GREENVILLE, SC – Furman University recently honored three distinguished alumni at their inaugural Bell Tower Ball, which took place at the TD Convention Center on April 2. The event celebrated…
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Mark Clark appointed to Greenville Airport Commission
April 4, 2016
Mark Clark has been appointed to the Greenville Airport Commission (GAC) by Greenville City Council to serve a three-year term. The GAC is the owner and operator of the Greenville…
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Furman unveils new finance and business analytics lab
April 4, 2016GREENVILLE, SC – Furman University has unveiled a new high-tech finance and business analytics lab on campus. The new lab, the Joe and Diana Hurley Finance and Business Analytics Lab,…
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Habitat partners with faith community to build home for special needs family
April 2, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – On Thursday, Habitat for Humanity raised the walls on their first handicap-accessible home in Greenville, further expanding their mission to provide safe, affordable housing to the community.…
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Catawba potter and bluegrass advocate to receive Folk Heritage Awards
April 2, 2016
COLUMBIA, SC – The South Carolina Arts Commission and McKissick Museum at the University of South Carolina announce the 2016 Jean Laney Harris Folk Heritage Award recipients: Bill Harris, for…
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Coldwell Banker Caine opens Pelham Road real estate gallery
April 2, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – Coldwell Banker Caine hosted its Grand Opening celebrations for its newest real estate gallery on Pelham Road. The ribbon cutting ceremony was officiated by Coldwell Banker Caine…
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Coldwell Banker Caine opens Pelham Road real estate gallery
April 2, 2016GREENVILLE, SC – Coldwell Banker Caine hosted its Grand Opening celebrations for its newest real estate gallery on Pelham Road. The ribbon cutting ceremony was officiated by Coldwell Banker Caine…
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Habitat partners with faith community to build home for special needs family
April 2, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – On Thursday, Habitat for Humanity raised the walls on their first handicap-accessible home in Greenville, further expanding their mission to provide safe, affordable housing to the community.…
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Catawba potter and bluegrass advocate to receive Folk Heritage Awards
April 2, 2016
COLUMBIA, SC – The South Carolina Arts Commission and McKissick Museum at the University of South Carolina announce the 2016 Jean Laney Harris Folk Heritage Award recipients: Bill Harris, for…
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Terry Childress recognized with WEASC Awards
April 1, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – Mr. Terry Childress, Line Maintenance Supervisor for Renewable Water Resources (ReWa), was recognized at the South Carolina Environmental Conference (SCEC) with the Water Environment Association of South…
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Jimmie Williamson named President of N.C. Community Colleges
April 1, 2016
The North Carolina State Board of Community Colleges voted unanimously to hire James “Jimmie” C. Williamson as the eighth system president for North Carolina Community Colleges. Williamson, the current president…
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Jimmie Williamson named President of N.C. Community Colleges
April 1, 2016
The North Carolina State Board of Community Colleges voted unanimously to hire James “Jimmie” C. Williamson as the eighth system president for North Carolina Community Colleges. Williamson, the current president…
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Terry Childress recognized with WEASC Awards
April 1, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – Mr. Terry Childress, Line Maintenance Supervisor for Renewable Water Resources (ReWa), was recognized at the South Carolina Environmental Conference (SCEC) with the Water Environment Association of South…
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Artist Caroline Rust ’97 wins top honors at Pittsburgh Exhibition
March 31, 2016
Caroline Rust ’97 has won Best of Show for her painting “Billie Holiday Wears a Veil Gifted by John Rawls,” part of a juried exhibition titled “In-VISIBLE” at Point Park…
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Endeavor announces charter members
March 31, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – Endeavor, a membership-based co-working community for independent companies and freelancers in the creative services fields, is pleased to announce the first nine charter member companies that will…
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GHS Cancer Institute holding free oral cancer screenings
March 31, 2016
Greenville Health System physicians will offer free oral cancer screenings on Friday, April 8, from 1-5 p.m. These screenings are being held in observance of Oral, Head, and Neck Cancer…
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SterAssure establishing Upstate facility
March 31, 2016
Company Investing More Than $2.2 Million In Greenville County Operations SterAssure Processing (SterAssure), a company that specializes in medical waste collection, is establishing its corporate operations in Greenville County. The…
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SterAssure establishing Upstate facility
March 31, 2016
Company Investing More Than $2.2 Million In Greenville County Operations SterAssure Processing (SterAssure), a company that specializes in medical waste collection, is establishing its corporate operations in Greenville County. The…
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GHS Cancer Institute holding free oral cancer screenings
March 31, 2016
Greenville Health System physicians will offer free oral cancer screenings on Friday, April 8, from 1-5 p.m. These screenings are being held in observance of Oral, Head, and Neck Cancer…
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SBA Teams with tech heavyweights to help American Small Businesses go digital
March 30, 2016
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) was joined today by a group of leading technology companies to announce the formation of the Small Business Technology Coalition, a first-of-its-kind public-private partnership…
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SBA Teams with tech heavyweights to help American Small Businesses go digital
March 30, 2016
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) was joined today by a group of leading technology companies to announce the formation of the Small Business Technology Coalition, a first-of-its-kind public-private partnership…
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Annie’s Project offers sage advice, lasting bonds for female farmers
March 30, 2016
Jennifer Stalford waited two years for an open spot with Annie’s Project, an educational retreat for women farmers hosted each year by Clemson University Cooperative Extension. The wait was worth…
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Abandoned crops, soil fertility could be headaches this planting season
March 30, 2016
As farmers look to trim costs after a historically bad year, investments in soil fertility could be more important than ever. Crops abandoned after last year’s flood also could be problematic…
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S.C. 4-H visits state capitol, plans for growth
March 30, 2016
Martha Newton tearfully referred to herself as a once-shy child from South Carolina’s “Corridor of Shame, as some call it.” That was before she joined South Carolina 4-H, the growing…
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CBRE’s Jessica Rhoton promoted promoted to Assistant Real Estate Manager
March 30, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – CBRE announced that Jessica Rhoton has been promoted to Assistant Real Estate Manager within the Asset Services division. She serves at the Landmark building in downtown Greenville…
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Gabriel Builders honored at 2015 Southern Home and Garden Bridge Awards
March 30, 2016
Custom Home Builder earns three Greenville Home Builders Association awards GREENVILLE, SC – On Thursday, March 17, Gabriel Builders was honored in three categories during the 2015 Southern Home and…
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Greenville business leader announces for State House District 22
March 30, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – Jason Elliott, a former District Director for Jim DeMint, announced his candidacy for the South Carolina House of Representatives this morning. Outlining a plan that would focus…
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Colonial Textiles Demonstration at Walnut Grove Plantation
March 30, 2016
Historic Walnut Grove Plantation will publicly demonstrate how colonists made their clothes Saturday, April 2, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. The Plantation, owned and operated by Spartanburg County Historical Association, is located…
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Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) of the Carolinas Announces 2016 Upstate Leadership Team
March 30, 2016
Gavin Axson (Brasfield and Gorrie) Continues as Upstate Chairman The Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) of the Carolinas announces the 2016 leadership team for the organization’s Upstate (SC) Council.…
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2016 Carl Sandburg Writer-In-Residence from Greenville
March 30, 2016
Hendersonville, NC | Greenville, SC: Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site and the Friends of Carl Sandburg at Connemara are pleased to announce the 2016 Carl Sandburg Writer-in-Residence, Kimberly Simms.…
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David Lock joins Coldwell Banker Caine in Greenville
March 30, 2016
Coldwell Banker Caine recently welcomed David Lock as a residential sales agent to its Greenville office. David joins Coldwell Banker Caine with experience at Two Men And A Truck, a…
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2016 Brew in the Zoo to offer new early admission
March 30, 2016
The Greenville Zoo invites zoo-goers to tap into the wild at the annual Brew in the Zoo presented by RJ Rockers Brewing Company. The fundraising event, set for Friday, May…
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FinTrust releases white paper on new Department of Labor Fiduciary Standards
March 30, 2016
FinTrust Investment Advisors has released a white paper on the new Department of Labor (DOL) Fiduciary Standards. The new standards impact all retirement accounts held by investors and address conflicts…
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