TriCoLink to receive funding from a $132.8 Million ARPA Investment to expand broadband access statewide
March 15, 2023
ST. MATTHEWS, SC – TriCoLink will receive more than $3.4 million in funding as part of a $132.8 million investment from the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA). The investment aims…
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The YoPro Know launches new website and logo
March 15, 2023
The YoPro Know has updated its logo and launched a new website to better communicate its services and create engaging experiences for business leaders. The YoPro Know is an innovative…
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Lowry is Fourth City Councilor to Endorse Mayor Senn for Re-election
March 15, 2023
Laurens City Councilor Martin Lowry has announced his endorsement of Mayor Nathan Senn for re-election. “I am proud to announce my strong endorsement of Mayor Senn,” said Lowry. “My wife…
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HI Mark Capital announces equity investment from Bank of America
March 15, 2023
HI Mark Capital, the first majority Black-owned venture capital firm founded in South Carolina, has received an equity investment from Bank of America as part of the company’s commitment to…
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Laurens Mayoral Candidate Randy Garrett Receives Two Endorsements
March 14, 2023
The race for mayor of Laurens will be decided next Tuesday, March 21st when voters go to the polls to choose between two candidates: incumbent Nathan Senn and lifelong Laurens…
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MUSC and Zucker Institute name new CEO
March 14, 2023
After a national search process, the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) and the Zucker Institute for Innovation Commercialization (ZI) announced today that Todd Headley has been named as new…
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South Carolina Federal hires new CFS* investment advisor
March 14, 2023
South Carolina Federal Credit Union has hired a new advisor for South Carolina Federal Investment Solutions, available through CUSO Financial Services, L.P. (CFS)*. Charlis Wright has joined Investment Solutions, through…
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South Carolina organizations recognized by U.S. cabinet-level agency
March 14, 2023
The S.C. National Heritage Corridor and SC7 honored by the U.S. Department of the Interior By W. Thomas Smith Jr. The S.C. National Heritage Corridor has been awarded the RALPH…
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PTC selected for Gates Foundation higher education initiative
March 14, 2023
Piedmont Technical College (PTC) has been selected to participate in the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation’s “Intermediaries for Scale” (IFS) initiative, a $100 million investment over five years to forge…
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Jackson founder Larry Jackson passes away
March 14, 2023
Larry Jackson, 76, founder and former CEO of Jackson, a leading national brand marketing and motorsports marketing agency headquartered in Greenville, SC, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Monday, March…
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GirlUp GVL receives a $50,000 grant from Power:Ed to ensure high school girls from under-resourced community have the support they need to succeed
March 14, 2023Local nonprofit, GirlUp GVL, has been awarded $50,000 from Power:Ed, a philanthropy of SC Student Loan Corporation, to ensure 70 area high school girls have the resources they need to…
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South Carolina Federal hires new CFS* investment advisor
March 14, 2023
South Carolina Federal Credit Union has hired a new advisor for South Carolina Federal Investment Solutions, available through CUSO Financial Services, L.P. (CFS)*. Charlis Wright has joined Investment Solutions, through…
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Mattress Warehouse establishing new distribution center in Lexington County, SC
March 14, 2023
The company will create 108 new jobs Mattress Warehouse, a leading mattress company, today announced plans to establish a new distribution center in Lexington County. The company will create 108…
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Hounen Solar establishing first U.S. manufacturing operations in Orangeburg County, SC
March 14, 2023
$33 Million investment will create 200 new jobs Hounen Solar (Hounen), a global solar panel manufacturer, announced plans to establish its first United States manufacturing operations in Orangeburg County, South…
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Attorney General Alan Wilson joins brief filed with U.S. Supreme Court in support of fairness in women’s sports
March 14, 2023South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson joined attorneys general from 20 other states today in filing a brief asking the U.S. Supreme Court to remove an injunction blocking West Virginia’s…
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Garcia Attributes Leadership Skills to Lander’s RA Program
March 14, 2023
Sophomore criminology major Daniel Garcia, of Chapin, says there are many benefits to being a resident assistant at Lander University, but what’s most rewarding is the fellowship that exists among…
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Nexton announces 2,500 home sales and 10 year anniversary
March 14, 2023
Today, Nexton, the most innovative and walkable community in South Carolina, announced the sale of its 2,500th home. This milestone is significant because it aligns with the 10th year anniversary…
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Brookgreen Gardens announces election of two new members to Board of Trustees
March 14, 2023Brookgreen Gardens, a National Historic Landmark, announced the election of two new members to the Board of Trustees. Joining the board are Catherine-Alexa “C.A.” Spivey Rountree and Julian “Jay” J.…
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Frampton Construction opens new office in Tampa, Fla.
March 14, 2023
Frampton Construction Company, LLC, a full-service construction firm providing planning and design support, preconstruction, and construction services, has expanded its operations by adding a new office in Tampa, Fla. The…
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Colliers Report: Constrained retail construction and turnover create opportunities
March 14, 2023
Commercial Real Estate Research & Forecast Report Q4 2022 Greenville-Spartanburg Retail Market Highlights Headlines have been filled in recent years with stories announcing the “demise of retail”. In reality, vacancies…
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Columbia uniform shop sold to new owner
March 14, 2023
Sunbelt Business Brokers, a leading business brokerage firm, announced the successful sale of ScrubTrendz, Inc., a trusted medical uniform shop located at 4508 Saint Andrews Road in Columbia, to The…
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Learn about South Carolina lighthouses in free lecture at Relic Room
March 14, 2023
Debbie Mollycheck’s father was born in a lighthouse – technically, in the keeper’s house attached to the lighthouse in St. Simons, Ga., where her grandfather was the assistant keeper. After…
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Milliken & Company garners 2023 World’s Most Ethical Companies designation
March 14, 2023
For the seventeenth year in a row, diversified global manufacturer Milliken & Company has been recognized by Ethisphere, a leader in defining and advancing the standards of ethical business practices,…
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Country music star Lindsay Ell added as direct support for Darius Rucker
March 14, 2023
Country music star Lindsay Ell added as direct support for Darius Rucker at Southern Fried Circuit charity concert Upcountry Fiber announces that Lindsay Ell, who was named “one of the…
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The Beach Company announces the opening of Ashley Artisan Suites
March 14, 2023
The Beach Company announced the opening of Ashley Artisan Suites, a curated collection of locally owned boutiques where local makers, artisans and health and beauty professionals offer their products and…
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Rebuild Upstate adds three new board members
March 14, 2023
GREENVILLE, S.C. – Rebuild Upstate has elected three new members to join its board for 2023. The newest additions to the board are Rob Schmidt, Lora Jex and Doug Greenwell.…
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Glen M. Crawford is Selected as Columbia College Director of Athletics
March 14, 2023President Tom Bogart is proud to announce the appointment of Glen M. Crawford as the next Director of Athletics at Columbia College. Crawford brings with him decades of experience in…
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City Councilwomen Campbell, Miller, and Latimore Endorse Mayor Senn
March 13, 2023
Three current Laurens City Council members have publicly endorsed Mayor Nathan Senn in his bid for re-election to a second term. Councilor Marian Miller representing Ward 1, Councilor Cassandra Campbell…
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Randy Randall Sworn in as Mayor of Clinton
March 13, 2023
Clinton’s newest Mayor was sworn in at an installation ceremony on Monday night, March 13. Randy Randall is now serving as the 30th mayor of Clinton. Randall isn’t new to…
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AEC organization to hold 2023 Industry Day in Charleston
March 13, 2023
The Society of American Military Engineers Charleston Post is holding a special Industry Day April 19-20, including a golf tournament, dinner cruise, and day of exhibitors and industry speakers from…
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Marketing Minute: Developing a Winning Communications Strategy
March 13, 2023
Marketing Minute Jean Cecil Frick, NP Strategy Identifying a target audience is crucial to any communications plan. This week’s video breaks down the key to developing a winning communications strategy. Watch…
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Keep Laurens County Beautiful Seeks Volunteers for Lake Greenwood Cleanup
March 13, 2023
Now in its second year, Keep Laurens County Beautiful (KLCB), is partnering with Keep Greenwood County Beautiful (KGCB) to conquer the litter issue at Lake Greenwood. The two organizations will…
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Baker Business Bowl IX wraps up, winner receives $10,000 for their business plan
March 13, 2023
After making it through three rounds of the Baker Business Bowl IX and working on their business plan, one team has claimed victory — and a $10,000 check. Team Landsformer…
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City of Clinton Conducting Public Transportation Survey
March 13, 2023
Do you live in the Clinton city limits? Would public transportation be of assistance to you? The City of Clinton is seeking your input. In assessing the need for public…
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Early Voting Starts Wednesday for Laurens Mayoral Run-off Election
March 13, 2023
Early voting for the run-off election for Laurens Mayor will start on Wednesday, March 15 at 8:30 am and close on Friday, March 17 at 5 pm. Early voting provides…
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City of Clinton to Host Easter Egg Hunt
March 13, 2023
Who doesn’t like an Easter egg hung? The City of Clinton will host a an Easter egg hunt on Saturday, April 8 at 10 am Easter Egg Hunt at Vance…
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Updated Information on CSX Railroad Crossing Maintenance
March 13, 2023
If you haven’t noticed, CSX is doing maintenance work on railroad crossings in our area. Here is the list CSX railroad crossings to be closed for maintenance in Clinton: March…
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Laurens County Council Meeting – March 14 Agenda
March 13, 2023
Laurens County Council will meet for a regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, March 14. The meeting will be held at the Voter Registration/Veterans Affairs Office located at 105 Bolt Drive…
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Garvin Design Group’s Rosewood Church redevelopment wins 2023 Golden Nail Award
March 13, 2023
Columbia architecture and interior design firm Garvin Design Group won a Golden Nail Award for the redevelopment of the Rosewood Church site at the Columbia Chamber’s 2023 Impact Awards on…
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World Karate Champion Keith Vitali launches podcast
March 13, 2023
First interview is with Midlands karate legend Mike Genova, other interviews are with Loren Avedon and Cynthia Rothrock By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Two years ago I met with several…
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Clinton High School FFA Plant Sale
March 12, 2023
If it’s Spring you know it is time for the Clinton High School Future Farmers of America (FFA) Annual Plant Sale. The plant sale will be held March 27-30 and…
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Belk in Laurens to Reopen as a Belk Outlet Store
March 12, 2023
Belk debuted its first outlet store in Grenville, Tennessee earlier this year and Laurens, South Carolina is next. The department store chain has plans for three more planned for Richlands,…
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Margot Brooks named director of 112, Capitol Theatre operations
March 10, 2023
Presbyterian College announced this week that Margot Brooks will lead two of the college’s major off-campus initiatives. Brooks was named director of 112, the new restaurant and social hub on…
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Laurens Electric awards local students the ‘trip of a lifetime’
March 10, 2023
Three local high school juniors and one sophomore are the winners of expense paid trips this summer, sponsored by Laurens Electric Cooperative. Ella Adair of Clinton, Ciana Mumford of Gray…
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SC DNR Asks for Your Help Identifying Diamondback Terrapins
March 10, 2023
Next time you head to the coast, South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR) is asking for your help as a new generation of tiny marsh-dwellers is beginning to emerge on…
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Cook Political Report publisher Amy Walter to deliver 2023 Waters Lecture in Political Science
March 10, 2023
One of the country’s leading political analysts will address the current state of American politics at Presbyterian College’s annual Waters Lecture this month. Amy Walter, the publisher and editor-in-chief of…
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The YoPro Know announces The Great Retention podcast’s Spring schedule
March 10, 2023
The podcast dedicated to filling the gaps in recruitment and retention amongst young professionals has announced its second season lineup and start date. The Great Retention will go live on…
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Lowcountry Food Bank Foundation appoints Milton Irvin as new board member
March 10, 2023
The Lowcountry Food Bank Foundation announced the appointment of a new member to its Board of Directors as of January 2023. Milton Irvin, of Bluffton, South Carolina, earned his MBA…
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Riggs Partners announces 2023 CreateAthon® nonprofit clients
March 10, 2023
Six South Carolina nonprofit organizations will be the beneficiaries of pro bono marketing and communication services provided by Riggs Partners during its 25th annual CreateAthon®. The marketing marathon will begin…
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Art Blossoms blooms again over Mother’s Day Weekend
March 10, 2023
Annual exhibition fundraiser takes over the Columbia Museum of Art The Columbia Museum of Art announces the return of Art Blossoms, a beautifully botanical exhibition experience and museum fundraiser on…
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