If you saw it in the movies, it’s a mouse click away from your closet
February 17, 2016
Draping yourself in what the stars wear can be a few mouse clicks away from it hanging in your closet, thanks to a Clemson University entrepreneur’s business startup. Whatever the…
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South Carolina export sales top $30 billion in 2015, achieve sixth consecutive record year
February 17, 2016
State remains top exporter of tires and completed passenger motor vehicles For the sixth consecutive year, the State of South Carolina has set a record for total export sales. Today,…
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South Carolina export sales top $30 billion in 2015, achieve sixth consecutive record year
February 17, 2016
State remains top exporter of tires and completed passenger motor vehicles For the sixth consecutive year, the State of South Carolina has set a record for total export sales. Today,…
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On a mission to win a 7-Eleven franchise
February 17, 2016
Thousands of military veterans enter second Operation: Take Command Contest Deadline for Entries is Feb. 26 Hundreds of veterans are charging ahead to enlist in Operation: Take Command, 7-Eleven, Inc.’s second franchise giveaway contest…
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GrandSouth Bancorporation announces annual and fourth quarter results, increased cash dividend and successful completion of $12 million capital raise
February 17, 2016
– Net Income of $6.0 million for 2015, a 38% increase over the results of 2014 – Earnings Per Common Share, Diluted equaled $1.67 for 2015 versus $1.23 for 2014…
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Mentors chosen for 12th class of Liberty Fellowship
February 17, 2016
21 South Carolina leaders heavy on business experience and community engagement Offering a seasoned perspective to solving problems and getting results, the mentors for the newest Liberty Fellowship class will…
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Mentors chosen for 12th class of Liberty Fellowship
February 17, 2016
21 South Carolina leaders heavy on business experience and community engagement Offering a seasoned perspective to solving problems and getting results, the mentors for the newest Liberty Fellowship class will…
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The Old Cigar Warehouse hosting CNN Town Hall
February 17, 2016
The Old Cigar Warehouse will be center stage as CNN hosts a Republican town hall from inside this historic Greenville Main Street venue Wednesday night. The town hall will be…
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Furman University ranked among top five colleges for “Makings an Impact”
February 15, 2016
Furman University, long recognized for its commitment to community service, student engagement and sustainability, has been rated among the nation’s top five schools for “making an impact” in a newly-released…
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South Carolina recognized for achievement in foreign direct investment
February 15, 2016
fdi Magazine Announces Palmetto State As Its National Champion Governor Nikki Haley and the South Carolina Department of Commerce announced that the State of South Carolina has once again been…
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South Carolina recognized for achievement in foreign direct investment
February 15, 2016
fdi Magazine Announces Palmetto State As Its National Champion Governor Nikki Haley and the South Carolina Department of Commerce announced that the State of South Carolina has once again been…
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Students will gain cybersecurity skills in new Clemson center
February 15, 2016
It’s nearly impossible to watch the news or read the front page without seeing a story about cybersecurity. Hacking, data breaches and constant threats to networks and services have created…
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Clemson engineering program for careers in energy management now offered at Lowcountry Graduate Center
February 15, 2016
To meet the growing demand for engineers with knowledge in energy-related fields, Clemson University now offers a Master of Science degree in Electrical Engineering with an emphasis in power engineering…
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Tri-County offers CEU classes for paramedics/EMTs at $25 per course
February 15, 2016
Paramedics and EMTs who need to complete continuing education requirements to maintain their professional credentials can take classes at Tri-County Technical College for just $25 per course. Throughout the year,…
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Eighth Annual State of Oconee Luncheon scheduled for February 19, 2016
February 15, 2016
Education Matters is the slogan and focus on this year’s State of Oconee luncheon, scheduled for 11:30 a.m. on Friday, Feb. 19 at Walhalla High School. This event is presented…
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Liberty Tax Service honors military and veterans with free tax preparation
February 15, 2016
Liberty Tax Service once again salutes veterans, active military and their immediate family members with free tax preparation during “Military and Veterans Appreciation Week.” At participating offices during the week…
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Upstate Forever adds two to staff
February 15, 2016
Aldon Knight and Joy Dickerson Join Conservation Group Upstate Forever announced the addition of two new members to our staff: Joy Dickerson is Upstate Forever’s new Assistant Financial Director, bringing…
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TD Charitable Foundation supports Wofford’s ‘Growing Greener’ program
February 15, 2016
Donation assists with partnership of Goodall Environmental Studies Center, Boys and Girls Clubs of Upstate The TD Charitable Foundation, the charitable giving arm of TD Bank, has donated more…
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US Senator Lindsey Graham on passing of Justice Scalia
February 14, 2016“I was very sad to hear of the sudden and unexpected passing of Justice Scalia. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family, friends, and colleagues. “I am very…
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US Senator Lindsey Graham on passing of Justice Scalia
February 14, 2016“I was very sad to hear of the sudden and unexpected passing of Justice Scalia. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family, friends, and colleagues. “I am very…
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International Transportation Innovation Center appoints CTO
February 12, 2016
The International Transportation Innovation Center (ITIC) has bolstered its executive team with the appointment of Dr. Joachim G. Taiber as Chief Technology Officer. The move comes as ITIC begins implementation…
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Bosch Rexroth adds testing facility to enhance product development capability
February 12, 2016
Test facility will speed innovation, ensure fast customer response The Greenville Area Development Corporation (GADC), the County-chartered organization tasked with advancing the area’s economic growth, announced that Bosch Rexroth…
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Spartanburg County Historical Association to hold Annual Membership Meeting
February 12, 2016
Join Spartanburg County Historical Association on Sunday, Feb. 21,3-4:30 p.m. for its Annual Membership Meeting. The guest speaker will be Erin Morton of Belk Architecture, the firm responsible for the…
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Clemson Extension expands agribusiness program
February 12, 2016
The Clemson University Cooperative Extension Service has hired two agricultural economists to buoy the expansion of an agribusiness assistance program at the university’s Sandhill Research and Education Center (REC) in Columbia.…
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International Transportation Innovation Center appoints CTO
February 12, 2016
The International Transportation Innovation Center (ITIC) has bolstered its executive team with the appointment of Dr. Joachim G. Taiber as Chief Technology Officer. The move comes as ITIC begins implementation…
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GHS Family YMCA hires Peter Townley
February 11, 2016
Peter Townley, MSW, CSCS, USAW-SPC, CPT, has been hired as the new Sr., Wellness Director at the Greenville Health System Family YMCA. Townley has an extensive exercise science background and…
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Bosch Rexroth adds testing facility to enhance product development capability
February 11, 2016
The Greenville Area Development Corporation (GADC), the County-chartered organization tasked with advancing the area’s economic growth, announced today that Bosch Rexroth Corporation will expand its existing hydraulics manufacturing operation in…
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Carolinas HealthCare System appoints Eugene A. Woods President and Chief Executive Officer
February 11, 2016
Woods is Chair-elect of the American Hospital Association CHARLOTTE, NC – The Board of Commissioners of Carolinas HealthCare System unanimously approved the appointment of Eugene A. Woods as President and…
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The International Transportation Innovation Center appoints Chief Technology Officer
February 11, 2016
Dr. Joachim G. Taiber takes the technical lead to attract world-class automotive R&D and technology event activities at ITIC The International Transportation Innovation Center (ITIC) has bolstered its executive…
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Excerpt Pollster Peter Hart to conduct focus group on SC Republican voters Thursday, Feb. 10
February 11, 2016Riley Institute at Furman, WYFF 4 to livestream event With the South Carolina Republican primary less than two weeks away, the Riley Institute at Furman University will team up…
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Nexsen Pruet expands upstate employment practice Ashley Robertson Parr joins Greenville office
February 11, 2016
Ashley Robertson Parr has joined Nexsen Pruet’s Greenville office as an associate with the Employment and Labor Law group. Parr’s legal experience includes a variety of areas such as workers’…
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Furman education professor Paul Thomas co-edits new book
February 11, 2016Furman University education professor Paul Thomas has published a new book about renowned Japanese writer Haruki Murakami. The 158-page volume, Challenging Authors: Haruki Murakami (Sense Publishers), is co-edited by Matthew…
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Coldwell Banker Caine names Upstate top producers from January
February 11, 2016
Coldwell Banker Caine recently recognized its top producing agents in property sales and listings from each of its five offices – Easley, Greenville, Greer, Seneca and Spartanburg – for the…
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Science & Mathematics Governor’s School Student Art Exhibition
February 10, 2016The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics’ (GSSM) Art in the Interim and Open Art Studio student artwork will be on exhibition at the Drs. Bruce and Lee…
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Clemson University names chief diversity officer
February 10, 2016
Clemson University has named Lee A. Gill, J.D., a 20-year higher education veteran, to serve as its Chief Diversity Officer (CDO) and special assistant to the president for inclusive excellence,…
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O’Rourke named Clemson vice president for development, alumni relations
February 10, 2016
Clemson alumnus Brian J. O’Rourke of Greenville has been named vice president for Development and Alumni Relations at Clemson University and will serve on the executive leadership team reporting to…
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Clemson Downs makes $1,000 donation to Tri-County Technical College’s Foundation
February 10, 2016
Clemson Downs made a $1,000 donation to Tri-County Technical College’s Foundation to establish a scholarship for an associate degree nursing student in Anderson, Oconee and Pickens counties. Dr. John LeHeup,…
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Art-Savvy Seniors at Spartanburg Art Museum
February 10, 2016
Spartanburg Art Museum launches a new program, Classic Contemporaries, this February. Designed to provide senior citizens, ages 55 and older, a creative, educational, and social outlet, Classic Contemporaries encourages art…
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Spartanburg Science Center to celebrate Engineering Day
February 10, 2016
Spartanburg Science Center, located at Chapman Cultural Center in Spartanburg, will celebrate Engineering Day Saturday, Feb. 20, 11 a.m.–3:15 p.m. Several engineers will share activities with the public, and there will be…
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National Association of Home Builders names Michael Dey Vice President of the Executive Officer Council
February 10, 2016
Home Builders Association of Greenville’s Chief Executive Officer, Michael Dey, was recently sworn in as Vice President of the National Association of Home Builders Executive Officer Council. After having served…
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ScanSource reports record second quarter results
February 10, 2016
ScanSource, Inc. (NASDAQ:SCSC), a leading global provider of technology products and solutions, today announced financial results for fiscal year 2016 second quarter ended December 31, 2015. “Strong demand across our business…
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BE&K Building Group begins construction on Falls Park Place, an upscale mixed-use development by Hughes Investments in downtown Greenville
February 10, 2016
Project scheduled for completion in Summer 2016 Greenville-based BE&K Building Group has been awarded a contract by Hughes Investments to construct Falls Park Place, a seven-story mixed-use development sited…
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Greenville Zoo to introduce baby giraffe
February 10, 2016
The Greenville Zoo staff will be joined by representatives from the Greenville Zoo Foundation on Friday, February 12 at 1:30 p.m. for a news conference to introduce the baby giraffe,…
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Attorney Kurt Rozelsky named vice chair of the 2016 United Way of Greenville County Annual Campaign
February 10, 2016
Smith Moore Leatherwood LLP announces that Kurt Rozelsky, a partner in the Greenville office of Smith Moore Leatherwood, has been appointed vice chair of the 2016 United Way of Greenville…
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Nexsen Pruet expands Upstate employment practice
February 10, 2016
Ashley Robertson Parr has joined Nexsen Pruet’s Greenville office as an associate with the Employment and Labor Law group. Parr’s legal experience includes a variety of areas such as workers’…
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Jindal Films America selects O’Neal for Georgia film plant
February 10, 2016O’Neal, Inc., an integrated design and construction firm, has been selected to provide Engineering-Procurement-Construction (EPC) services for Jindal Films America (JFA) LLC for their biaxially oriented polypropylene film (BOPP) line…
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Chiropractic practice of Clemson University’s athletes locates in downtown Greenville
February 10, 2016
Dr. Michael Nelson and Dr. Kelsey Nelson of Carolina Active Health Chiropractic recently announced their grand opening at 16 Mills Avenue in Greenville. Carolina Active Health provides holistic and customized…
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South Carolina ranks 2nd in % solar job growth nationally
February 10, 2016
The Solar Foundation (TSF), an independent nonprofit research and education organization, today released state-by-state data from its annual National Solar Jobs Census series via the State Solar Jobs Census Map (www.SolarStates.org). This year’s State Census provides…
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South Carolina ranks 2nd in % solar job growth nationally
February 10, 2016
The Solar Foundation (TSF), an independent nonprofit research and education organization, today released state-by-state data from its annual National Solar Jobs Census series via the State Solar Jobs Census Map (www.SolarStates.org). This year’s State Census provides…
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Chiropractic practice of Clemson University’s athletes locates in downtown Greenville
February 10, 2016
Dr. Michael Nelson and Dr. Kelsey Nelson of Carolina Active Health Chiropractic recently announced their grand opening at 16 Mills Avenue in Greenville. Carolina Active Health provides holistic and customized…
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