Curiosity Corner: Fixin’ those Foggy Windshields
November 12, 2020
Question: Why does cold air hold less moisture than warm air? Why does cool air clear a foggy windshield better than warm air? (Asked by a foggy column reader via…
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Setterstix Corporation establishing operations in Laurens County
November 12, 2020
More than $11.7 million investment will create 80 new jobs Setterstix Corporation (Setterstix), a paper stick manufacturer, today announced plans to establish operations in Laurens County. The more than $11.7 million…
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Setterstix Corporation establishing operations in Laurens County
November 12, 2020
More than $11.7 million investment will create 80 new jobs Setterstix Corporation (Setterstix), a paper stick manufacturer, today announced plans to establish operations in Laurens County. The more than $11.7…
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Clinton’s James named Player of the Week
November 12, 2020
Another versatile Red Devil earned Laurens County Player of the week. Bryson James rarely left the field at Wilder Stadium in Clinton’s 38-6 victory over Strom Thurmond in the final…
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Prisma Health Midlands Foundation campaign underway to fund new $425,000 critical care ambulance for Prisma Health Children’s Hospital—Midlands
November 11, 2020
Prisma Health Midlands Foundation has recently launched a campaign to raise $425,000 to fund a new, specialized ambulance to transport critically ill children. More than $263,000 has been raised to…
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Kopis lands at number 12 on South Carolina’s 25 fastest growing companies list
November 11, 2020
Premier software developer Kopis has moved up one spot from last year in the list of the Palmetto State’s fastest growing companies list. This SC Fastest growing program is presented…
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COVID-19 is a Wake-Up Call to the Need for Better Long-Term Planning
November 11, 2020
The coronavirus pandemic has put a spotlight on long-term care facilities. Thousands of residents have died from the virus. Families haven’t been able to visit loved ones for months. As…
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David Orr joins W&W Holdings, LLC as a Partner
November 11, 2020
David E. Orr, Ph.D. joins W&W Holdings, LLC as a partner and business consultant W&W Holdings, LLC announced that David Orr, Ph.D. recently joined as a partner with W&W Holdings.…
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David Orr joins W&W Holdings, LLC as a Partner
November 11, 2020
David E. Orr, Ph.D. joins W&W Holdings, LLC as a partner and business consultant W&W Holdings, LLC announced that David Orr, Ph.D. recently joined as a partner with W&W Holdings.…
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Honest Columbia-area homebuyers return forgotten coins worth $15,000
November 11, 2020When an Irmo, SC couple recently sold their house to James and Clarrisa Munford, they were sure they had tied up all the loose ends before the sale. Repairs had…
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McClellanville land placed in conservation easement
November 11, 2020
About 22 acres in McClellanville will be permanently protected after the owners opted to grant a conservation easement to the Lowcountry Land Trust. Known as Taylor’s Farm, the Pinckney Street…
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Furman Innovation, Entrepreneurship gains global recognition
November 11, 2020Furman University’s Institute for Innovation and Entrepreneurship has been named an Outstanding Emerging Entrepreneurship Center by the Global Consortium of Entrepreneurship Centers, a group of more than 250 universities. Other…
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Sans Souci pocket park receives $10,000 grant from the Duke Energy Foundation
November 11, 2020
The Sans Souci Neighborhood Alliance (SSNA) has received a $10,000 grant from the Duke Energy Foundation to help fund the development of a pocket park along the Swamp Rabbit Trail.…
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The ART of Real Estate welcomes Edwina Winter as Associate Agent
November 11, 2020
The ART of Real Estate announced Edwina Winter has joined the company as an Associate Agent. Winter’s prior work in international business throughout the United Kingdom, Europe, Japan, and China…
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Frampton Construction completes work on A&R Logistics project
November 11, 2020
Frampton Construction Company, LLC, a full-service construction firm providing planning and design support, preconstruction, and construction services, has completed construction on an export facility for A&R Logistics, Inc. at West…
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Colliers International’s office brokerage team brings the Wells Fargo Center to 96% occupancy amid pandemic
November 11, 2020
Colliers International’s office brokerage team members Brantley Anderson, CCIM, Taylor Allen, SIOR CCIM and Bailey Tollison represented Caprocq Greenville, LLC in leasing over 19,000 square feet at the Wells Fargo…
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SCRA announces Accepted and Funded Companies
November 11, 2020
South Carolina Research Authority (SCRA) announces Cruzzle, Inc. and RAAMP, LLC as new Member Companies, and Indiemark, LLC (dba Email Industries) being approved for grant funding. Cruzzle has been accepted as a…
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Music in the Garden – Christmas Edition!
November 11, 2020
Are you ready for some color & holiday cheer? If so, Verdin’s Too (125 East Laurens Street, Laurens) is the place to be on Friday, November 13th from 6:00-8:00 pm.…
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The BUZZ Adds a New Feature – South Carolina Public Notices
November 11, 2020
Want a quick and easy way to search public notices? Now you have it. While you’re getting all the news relevant to Laurens County on the LaurensCountyBUZZ website, you can…
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Get Your “First Look” at the New Laurens County Museum
November 11, 2020
The Laurens County Museum Board of Directors along with Laura Clifford Cook, the project manager for the museum are hosting a “First Look” at the renovations completed to the…
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PC’s Johnson Named to Preseason All-Conference Team
November 10, 2020
Presbyterian College junior guard Trinity Johnson has been selected to the Big South Conference Women’s Basketball Preseason All-Conference Second Team, the league announced on Tuesday as a part of its…
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Mark Anthony Brewing building $400 million state-of-the-art facility in Richland County to keep up with explosive demand for White Claw Hard Seltzer
November 10, 2020
New facility will create 300 new jobs and increase production of White Claw and Mike’s Hard Lemonade for southern United States COLUMBIA, S.C. – Mark Anthony Brewing today announced plans to build a…
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Let’s Play Ball – Clinton YMCA Basketball Registration is Open
November 10, 2020
The Clinton Family YMCA is offering open registration for ‘Youth Basketball’ for four (4) playing divisions through the December 7th registration deadline. All teams and age groups are “co-ed” this year.…
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Piedmont Technical College Announces Finalists in Presidential Search
November 10, 2020
After a national search, the Piedmont Technical College (PTC) Area Commission has narrowed the field to its top three finalists for the position of president. PTC officials began their search…
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Employers can expect OSHA to issue emergency rule for COVID-19 early in Biden administration
November 10, 2020
By David Dubberly COVID-19 cases in the United States have been increasing rapidly in recent weeks, and the surge is expected to continue into the winter. On Nov. 10, 2020,…
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Columbia Fireflies no longer a New York Mets affiliate
November 10, 2020
The Columbia Fireflies will have a new Major League affiliate from 2021 forward. The team’s new affiliate will be announced at a later date. The New York Mets announced that…
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Infinity Marketing adds Bud’s Place to client roster
November 10, 2020
Infinity Marketing, a fully integrated marketing firm, welcomed Bud’s Place to its growing list of clients. The agency is providing a variety of creative services including video production and sales…
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Studio 2LR, Inc. Architecture + Interiors earns Citation Award from AIA Columbia
November 10, 2020Studio 2LR, Inc., an architecture and interior design firm creating impact through transformative design, recently earned a Citation Award for Richland Library Edgewood from the Columbia Section of the American…
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South Carolina Federal Advisor recognized for Outstanding Performance in Investment Services
November 10, 2020
South Carolina Federal Credit Union today announced that Colm Bailey, an Investment Advisor with CUSO Financial Services, L.P. (CFS)*, earned the Bronze Pacesetter Award, which honors the top-producing registered representatives…
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Midlands Education & Business Alliance receives International Paper Foundation grant
November 10, 2020
Midlands Education & Business Alliance (MEBA) has been awarded a $15,000 grant from International Paper’s Eastover Mill and the International Paper Foundation. Funds will support science, technology, engineering and mathematics…
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McDonnell and Associates PA voted “Best Law Firm” by The State
November 10, 2020
McDonnell and Associates PA was announced the winner of The State’s following categories: Best Law Firm Best Estate Planning Law Firm Best Family Law Firm McDonnell and Associates, P.A., founded…
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David Orr joins W&W Holdings, LLC as a Partner
November 10, 2020
David E. Orr, Ph.D. joins W&W Holdings, LLC as a partner and business consultant We are extremely pleased to announce that David Orr, Ph.D. recently joined as a partner with…
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The Duke Endowment invests in the International African American Museum
November 10, 2020$1.25 Million Grant Awarded The International African American Museum announced a $1.25 million grant received from The Duke Endowment, one of the largest private philanthropic trusts in the Southeast. The…
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Ronald McDonald House Charities® of the Carolinas announces Lights of Love Campaign
November 10, 2020
Be a Light of Hope for Families This Holiday Season Ronald McDonald House Charities® (RMHC) of the Carolinas is pleased to announce its first annual Lights of Love campaign presented…
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Organizational Changes to Improve Clinical and Therapeutic Support for Children and Families
November 10, 2020
Expanded clinical oversight and dedicated program directors will allow for compliance with Families First Act and upgraded care experience. Thornwell, a non-profit organization dedicated to serving children and families in…
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Furman Innovation and Entrepreneurship gains global recognition
November 10, 2020
Furman University’s Institute for Innovation and Entrepreneurship has been named an Outstanding Emerging Entrepreneurship Center by the Global Consortium of Entrepreneurship Centers, a group of more than 250 universities. Other…
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SC’s NHE announces construction start for Parkside at Hickory Grove, it’s first affordable housing community in Charlotte, NC
November 10, 2020
Southeastern developer and property management group begins construction on new 80-apartment development near downtown Charlotte Noted Southeastern developer and property management firm NHE, Inc. has begun construction on its latest…
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GreenWood, Inc. adds Chris Dailey as Project Site Manager
November 10, 2020
GreenWood, Inc., an integrated maintenance, construction and workforce solutions provider, announces the hiring of Chris Dailey as the new Site Manager at their project facility location in North Charleston, SC.…
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‘Awesome ride’ for Lander University’s Tommy Claus is ending
November 10, 2020
What! No Tommy Claus on the Lander University campus? No Tommy Claus to deliver Christmas gifts to children in Greenwood and beyond? Say it isn’t so! Tommy Tumblin, who created…
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Coldwell Banker Caine names October Circle of Excellence recipients
November 10, 2020
Coldwell Banker Caine recently recognized its top producing agents in property sales and listings from October through the Circle of Excellence program. The Circle of Excellence distinction is awarded to…
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South Carolina Department of Education to provide students and educators with integrated digital learning solution
November 10, 2020
Today, the South Carolina Department of Education (SCDE) announced the purchase and rollout of a robust, integrated digital learning solution that will support teaching and learning during the COVID-19 pandemic…
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Golden Career Strategies President Stacey Bevill becomes South Carolina’s first FEBI® Certified Coach
November 10, 2020
Stacey Bevill, President of Greenville-based Golden Career Strategies, recently earned the prestigious designation of FEBI® Certified Coach. She is one of fewer than 25 FEBI Certified Coaches in the United…
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Mary Beth O’Cain joins Home Advantage Realty
November 10, 2020
Home Advantage Realty announced the transition of former summer intern Mary Beth O’Cain to a licensed Realtor and listing assistant to Jill Moylan. From her first day at the office,…
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John Stadsvold joins Countybank as Senior Trust Officer
November 10, 2020
Countybank welcomes John Stadsvold as Senior Vice President, Senior Trust Officer in Greenville. Stadsvold comes to Countybank with more than 40 years of trust and investments management experience. In his…
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Immedion promotes Justin Fianchino to Sales Executive for Columbia and Charleston
November 10, 2020
Immedion LLC, a premiere provider of technology services, announced the promotion of Justin Fianchino to Sales Executive for their Columbia and Charleston locations. In his new role, Justin will represent…
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Volunteer team seeks and serves local veteran through Rebuild Upstate Build Day
November 10, 2020
On Saturday, November 14, Rebuild Upstate will host a unique volunteer opportunity. Local veteran Tameka Simmons will lead a team of Upstate volunteers through a Rebuild Upstate build day. They…
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The Leon Levine Foundation awards MIRCI $50,000
November 10, 2020
The Leon Levine Foundation granted MIRCI—Mental Illness Recovery Center Inc., $50,000 to assist with general support of MIRCI’s Adult and Youth Services Programs. MIRCI, is a full service Behavioral Healthcare…
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Building Industry Association names Corporate Member of the Year- and Commercial Contractor Member of the Year
November 10, 2020
The Board of Directors of the Building Industry Association of Central South Carolina (BIA) have announced that Free Times been named 2020 Corporate Member of the Year and J. C.…
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Frank Davis named 2021 Best Lawyers® “Lawyer of the Year” in Greenville
November 10, 2020
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd announced that Frank Davis was recently recognized by Best Lawyers as the 2021 “Lawyer of the Year” for Economic Development Law in Greenville. Only a single lawyer…
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Midlands Orthopaedics & Neurosurgery announces Price Transparency Policy
November 10, 2020
Even while Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services’ Hospital Price Transparency Rule is being challenged in federal court, Columbia’s own Midlands Orthopaedics & Neurosurgery (MidOrthoNeuro) is embracing price transparency without…
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