Respironics to pay $34.8 million to settle sleep apnea mask kickback claims
March 24, 2016
Respironics, Inc., a company that manufactures breathing masks for people with sleep apnea, has agreed to pay $34.8 million to resolve alleged False Claims Act violations for paying kickbacks to…
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Sydney Simmons awarded Sandy Linning Excellence Award
March 23, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – Crawford Strategy awarded the 2016 Sandy Linning Excellence Award to Sydney Simmons. Sydney is an Account Supervisor at Crawford Strategy who has been with the firm for…
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Preview Party and Pop-Up Artist Exhibition at 701 Center for Contemporary Art kicks off Columbia Open Studios
March 23, 2016COLUMBIA, SC – 701 Center for Contemporary Art will host its annual Preview Party to kick off the Columbia Open Studios tour on Thursday, March 31, 2016 from 7-9 p.m.…
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Zipit Wireless announces partnership with Iron Bow Technologies to serve Federal Government customers
March 23, 2016
Federal agencies will be able to acquire secure critical messaging solution through GSA, SEWP contracts GREENVILLE, SC – Zipit Wireless, a provider of critical communication solutions announced that it…
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LS3P welcomes new Healthcare Architect
March 23, 2016
LS3P is pleased to welcome Ronald H. Smith, AIA, ACHA, EDAC, LEED AP, who joins the firm as an architect and project manager. Smith, a Board Certified Healthcare Architect and…
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ReWa honors dedicated employees on World Water Day
March 23, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – Renewable Water Resources would like to extend a sincere thank you to all its 198 employees for their efforts in keeping Upstate waterways clean as part of…
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Clemson professor honored with construction industry lifetime achievement award
March 23, 2016
Roger Liska, professor and chair of construction science and management at Clemson University, has received the construction industry’s highest honor — the Chairman’s Lifetime Achievement Award — from Associated Builders…
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The Marchant Company recognizes agents for excellent performance in February 2016
March 23, 2016
As the Upstate’s “Signature Real Estate Agency,” The Marchant Company is a small boutique business of just 30 agents that is consistently in the top 10 for performance in Greenville.…
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Syncarpha Capital and Pacolet Milliken recycle land to complete 12 megawatt solar project
March 23, 2016
The projects, combined of clean, renewable energy and contaminated land, will provide cost-saving benefits for Massachusetts towns Syncarpha Capital and Pacolet Milliken announce the addition of three solar projects, located…
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Upstate SC Alliance releases new global trade & investment strategy
March 23, 2016
Plan Calls for Expanded Professional Services, a Focus on Material Science Innovations and Collaboration, Growth of Industry Clusters, and Building a Global Reputation The Upstate SC Alliance announced the…
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Endeavor announces new addition
March 23, 2016
Endeavor, a membership-based co-working community for independent companies and freelancers in the creative services fields, is pleased to announce that Sally Williamson has joined the team to serve as the…
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Upstate SC Alliance releases new global trade & investment strategy to maximize region’s global potential
March 23, 2016
Plan calls for expanded professional services, a focus on material science innovations and Collaboration, Growth of Industry Clusters, and Building a Global Reputation The Upstate SC Alliance announced the…
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Miller reappointed to Greenville-Spartanburg Airport Commission
March 23, 2016
The Greenville-Spartanburg Airport District is pleased to announce the reappointment of Valerie Miller to the Greenville-Spartanburg Airport Commission. The reappointment was signed by Governor Nikki Haley and began on December 31,…
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Department of Commerce holds Annual South Carolina Rural Summit
March 23, 2016
State honors individuals for leadership in rural economic development The South Carolina Department of Commerce gathered leaders from across the state on Monday, February 29 and Tuesday, March 1 for…
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Department of Commerce holds Annual South Carolina Rural Summit
March 23, 2016State honors individuals for leadership in rural economic development The South Carolina Department of Commerce gathered leaders from across the state on Monday, February 29 and Tuesday, March 1 for…
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Greenville entrepreneur Johnson named Emerging Leader
March 23, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – Local entrepreneur Tammy Johnson was named of one of the Greenville News’ 2016 Emerging Leaders Wednesday. Johnson is originally from Houston Texas, but has lived in Greenville…
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S.C. Chamber Statement On House Budget
March 23, 2016
State Chamber President Ted Pitts released the following statement after the House passed a budget allocating $415 million to roads next year: “The business community is glad to see…
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S.C. Chamber Statement On House Budget
March 23, 2016
State Chamber President Ted Pitts released the following statement after the House passed a budget allocating $415 million to roads next year: “The business community is glad to see…
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Methodical Coffee and The Community Tap partner in new roasting and retail venture
March 23, 2016
Methodical Coffee owners Marco Suarez, David Baker and Will Shurtz (www.methodicalcoffee.com) and The Community Tap owners Ed Buffington and Mike Okupinski (www.thecommunitytap.com) have announced a partnership in Methodical Coffee’s new…
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Greenville entrepreneur Johnson named Emerging Leader
March 23, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – Local entrepreneur Tammy Johnson was named of one of the Greenville News’ 2016 Emerging Leaders Wednesday. Johnson is originally from Houston Texas, but has lived in Greenville…
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O’Neal Inc. hires Project Manager
March 22, 2016O’Neal Inc., a Greenville-based integrated design and construction firm, has hired Joe Peer as Senior Project Manager. Peer has more than 30 years of project management experience, having worked with…
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Tickets going fast for the April 2 Carolina Cup Steeplechase Race
March 22, 2016
CAMDEN, SC –Tickets are selling at a brisk pace for this spring’s Carolina Cup race, according to Nick Ellis, Chief Executive Officer of the Carolina Cup Racing Association. In fact, several…
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Tickets going fast for the April 2 Carolina Cup Steeplechase Race
March 22, 2016
CAMDEN, SC –Tickets are selling at a brisk pace for this spring’s Carolina Cup race, according to Nick Ellis, Chief Executive Officer of the Carolina Cup Racing Association. In fact, several…
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Autoneum expanding Aiken County operations
March 22, 2016
Expansion Will Result In $35.5 Million Investment AIKEN, SC – Autoneum, a global market leader in acoustic and thermal management solutions for vehicles, is expanding its Aiken County operations. This…
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Autoneum expanding Aiken County operations
March 22, 2016
Expansion Will Result In $35.5 Million Investment AIKEN, SC – Autoneum, a global market leader in acoustic and thermal management solutions for vehicles, is expanding its Aiken County operations. This…
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Addison Homes wins Bridge Award for Green Building
March 22, 2016
Addison Homes won the Southern Home & Garden Bridge Award for Green Building for the third year in a row. Produced by the Home Builders Association of Greenville and the…
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Addison Homes wins Bridge Award for Green Building
March 21, 2016
Addison Homes won the Southern Home & Garden Bridge Award for Green Building for the third year in a row. Produced by the Home Builders Association of Greenville and the…
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NAI Earle Furman announces the following transactions
March 21, 2016
Leases Greenville, South Carolina: Glenn Batson of NAI Earle Furman represented the landlord, Lewis Young, in leasing to Systems Integrators, Inc. a 3,200 SF industrial space at 10 Echelon Road.…
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Kristy Karen joins Coldwell Banker Caine in Greenville
March 21, 2016
Coldwell Banker Caine recently welcomed Kristy Karen as a residential sales agent to its Greenville office. Kristy joins Coldwell Banker Caine with a background in mortgage lending at Fairway Mortgage.…
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Coldwell Banker Caine presents inaugural graduates of new Construction Certification Course
March 21, 2016
Recently, 36 Coldwell Banker Caine agents completed the company’s New Construction Certification course. The program was created to meet the rising demand for new homes and to fully equip Coldwell…
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Enormous waterslide brings a block party to Spartanburg
March 21, 2016
Slide the City stops in South Carolina during summer tour City streets will be transformed into the biggest block party of the summer when Slide the City returns on…
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Topgolf targeting more markets for expansion
March 21, 2016
The global golf entertainment company is actively searching for locations in cities of all sizes Global golf entertainment leader Topgolf® announced it has a broad search underway for new locations…
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ACL Airshop teams for growth with Ranger Airshop
March 21, 2016
ACL Airshop, a leader in products and services for the global air cargo industry, has taken on growth investors by joining forces with Ranger Airshop. Founded as “Airline Container Leasing” in…
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Smith Moore Leatherwood names legal marketing veteran, Beth Perry Marketing and Business Development Department Manager
March 21, 2016
CHARLOTTE, NC – Smith Moore Leatherwood is pleased to announce that Beth Perry has been promoted to the position of Marketing and Business Development Department Manager for the firm. In…
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Foundation awards $404,610 in grants
March 21, 2016
The Mary Black Foundation announced that that it awarded $404,610 in grants to 6 nonprofit organizations serving Spartanburg County. BirthMatters was awarded $60,000 to support a home visitation program for young moms.…
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Total Quality Logistics establishing operations in Greenville County
March 21, 2016
Company Opening Third Office Location In South Carolina GREENVILLE COUNTY, SC – Total Quality Logistics (TQL), a third-party logistics provider, is establishing logistics and sales operations in Greenville County. The…
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Total Quality Logistics establishing operations in Greenville County
March 21, 2016
Company Opening Third Office Location In South Carolina GREENVILLE COUNTY, SC – Total Quality Logistics (TQL), a third-party logistics provider, is establishing logistics and sales operations in Greenville County. The…
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Southern First Bank creates endowment to benefit Greenville Technical College students with scholarships
March 21, 2016
A $20,000 gift from Southern First Bank will be used to create an endowment funding scholarships for students attending Greenville Technical College. Once fully funded, the endowment will provide one…
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YMCA of Greenville Water Safety Week 2016
March 21, 2016
As swim season approaches, it is important for children to learn to be safe in and around water. The YMCA of Greenville and Upstate Pool Management is hosting a free…
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ReWa wins Spirit of Einstein Award
March 21, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – Roper Mountain Science Center, Roper Mountain Science Center Association as well as Greenville County Schools have recognized Renewable Water Resources (ReWa) for its work in the business…
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Ladies Night Out Sunday Afternoon Tea
March 21, 2016
The Lancaster County Council of the Arts presents Ladies Night Out Sunday Afternoon Tea fundraiser on Sunday, April 17, 2016 from 3:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. at the Bradley Arts…
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114 South Carolina Facilities honored for safety
March 21, 2016
The South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance (SCMA) recognized 114 industrial facilities throughout the State for outstanding workplace safety accomplishments during 2015. A complete list of award recipients can be viewed by…
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Ushers Machine & Tool Company expanding Upstate presence
March 21, 2016
Expansion to bring $12.5 million in new investment to Greenville County . The Greenville Area Development Corporation (GADC), the County-chartered organization tasked with advancing the area’s economic growth, announced that…
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TSWR Development, LLC launches Securitized Saltwater Disposal Portfolio for 1031 exchange buyers
March 21, 2016
TSWR Development, LLC (“TSWR Development”) has launched its TSWR Development SWD Portfolio I, DST (“SWD 1”) investment program offering accredited investors with the ability to acquire undivided fractional beneficial interests…
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Wofford to host panel on ‘Executive Power and Terrorism’
March 21, 2016
Discussion on ‘Future of Law and the Constitution’ set for March 28 Wofford College will host a roundtable discussion on “Executive Power and Terrorism: The Future of Law and…
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Furman political science professor Benjamin Storey awarded Visiting Fellowship at Princeton University
March 21, 2016Furman University professor Benjamin Storey has received a one-year Visiting Fellowship with the Department of Politics at Princeton University for the 2016-2017 academic year. Dr. Storey is an associate professor…
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ReWa wins Spirit of Einstein Award
March 21, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – Roper Mountain Science Center, Roper Mountain Science Center Association as well as Greenville County Schools have recognized Renewable Water Resources (ReWa) for its work in the business…
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Cultural Center receives educational grant from Piedmont Natural Gas
March 20, 2016
Piedmont Natural Gas has awarded a $2500 grant to Chapman Cultural Center for the advancement of its STEAM educational efforts. STEAM is a national education movement that aims to strengthen…
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Muncaster Financial Services hires Private Wealth Services Coordinator
March 18, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – Muncaster Financial Services recently welcomed Connor Masterson as a Private Wealth Services Coordinator working within the firm’s Private Client Wealth Services department. Masterson brings fresh experience to…
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Muncaster Financial Services hires Private Wealth Services Coordinator
March 18, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – Muncaster Financial Services recently welcomed Connor Masterson as a Private Wealth Services Coordinator working within the firm’s Private Client Wealth Services department. Masterson brings fresh experience to…
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