Presbyterian College Receives National Institutes of Health Award to Fund Biomedical Research
October 28, 2020
Presbyterian College is one of only 15 primarily undergraduate institutions in South Carolina to be awarded a grant supporting biomedical research. The $500,000 award from the National Institutes of Health…
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The Man Behind the Broadcasts
October 28, 2020
In the past 31 years, Thomas Johnson has missed one Clinton High School football game. He has never visited Wilder Stadium. Johnson runs the Red Devils’ broadcasts from radio station…
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Liberty Hall Capital Partners appoints Michael J. Warren as Partner
October 27, 2020
CHARLESTON, SC – Liberty Hall Capital Partners, a private equity firm focused exclusively on investments in businesses serving the global aerospace and defense industry, announced today the appointment of Michael…
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Newly named Shi Institute for Sustainable Communities casts wide net
October 27, 2020Furman University has announced the Shi Institute for Sustainable Communities, a hub composed of three centers aimed at addressing sustainability solutions across education, research and leadership. Formerly known as the…
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Dockside Logistics establishing operations in Dorchester County
October 27, 2020
$8.5 Million Investment Will Create 26 New Jobs Dockside Logistics, a leading warehousing and distribution company, announced plans to establish operations in Dorchester County. The $8.5 million investment will create…
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The Cliffs sees record sales and demand during third quarter
October 27, 2020
The Cliffs announced that real estate sales by Cliffs Realty and Walnut Cove Realty totaled $144,349,168 from January 1st through the third quarter of 2020. This represents 190 transactions and…
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Face mask distribution set for Richland Library North Main
October 27, 2020
Richland Library is partnering with Richland County Councilwoman Yvonne McBride to get face masks into the hands of local residents within her district. Starting Wednesday, October 28, customers can pick…
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United Ministries receives $75,000 grant from The Leon Levine Foundation
October 27, 2020
United Ministries is honored to be a recipient of a $75,000 grant from The Leon Levine Foundation (TLLF) for a second year in a row. The Leon Levine Foundation supports…
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The Lexington One Educational Foundation welcomes seven new board members
October 27, 2020The Lexington One Educational Foundation recently welcomed seven new members to its board of directors: Michael L. Boone, Harriet Poe Coker, Angela C. Douda, Kim Shealy Jeffcoat, LaMyron Jenkins, Dani…
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Colliers Report: Home improvement and discount stores are active in the Greenville-Spartanburg market
October 27, 2020
Research & Forecast Report Q3-2020 GREENVILLE-SPARTANBURG | RETAIL Key Takeaways Greenville-Spartanburg retail shops posted minimal activity this quarter; the overall vacancy rate increased marginally to 10.92%. Fast casual restaurant facilities…
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Tri-County Technical College and Arthrex sign first youth apprentice
October 27, 2020
The SC Upstate Regional Youth Apprenticeship at Tri-County Technical College formally launched today with the signing of the program’s first youth apprentice. Sixteen-year-old Austin Shingleton of Anderson will attend classes…
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Marchant Real Estate welcomes four new agents
October 27, 2020
In its commitment to the Upstate community as a leader within the real estate industry, Marchant Real Estate announced the addition of four new agents: Laura Marchant Williams, Landon Moorehead,…
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South Carolina firefighters deliver 200 opioid antidotes in effort to prevent overdoses and save lives
October 27, 2020
Firefighters administering opioid overdose antidotes are having a significant impact in the battle against opioid overdose deaths in South Carolina, reaching a milestone number of 200 naloxone administrations for suspected…
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Columbia SC Visitors Center launches online store
October 27, 2020
The Columbia SC Visitors Center, located at the corner of Gervais and Lincoln Streets and operated by Experience Columbia SC, officially launches an online store today. Merchandise available for purchase…
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Continental Tire the Americas, LLC expanding headquarters in Lancaster County
October 27, 2020
Company Investing More Than $20 Million into the Expansion Continental Tire the Americas, LLC (Continental), a manufacturer and distributer of premium tires, today announced plans to expand the company’s Lancaster…
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Frampton Construction completes Blake project at Hollingsworth Park
October 27, 2020
Frampton Construction Company, LLC, a full-service construction firm providing planning and design support, preconstruction, and construction services, has wrapped up work on The Blake at Hollingsworth Park. The 86,000-square foot…
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Parker District Fire Department brings fire safety program to public schools
October 27, 2020
To help raise awareness for fire safety, Parker District firefighters visited Alexander, Cherrydale, Duncan-Chapel, Hollis, Monaview, and Welcome Elementary Schools as part of Fire Prevention Week. The focus was “Serve…
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Columbia Museum of Art’s board of trustees adds five new members
October 27, 2020
The Columbia Museum of Art announces five new members elected to serve on its board of trustees for the 2020 – 2021 term: Mr. Charles L. Aiken, Mrs. Alicia Barnes,…
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PCT Ltd. (PCTL) executes 1 million gallon minimum annual supply agreement
October 27, 2020
Company Anticipates Record Setting Revenues for 4th Quarter PCT LTD (OTC Pink: PCTL) today announced that it has executed a domestic supply agreement with Maverick Energy Services and Maverick Environmental…
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New free and painless COVID-19 testing site opens Wednesday at Central Carolina Technical College in Sumter
October 27, 2020
Testing opens at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 28. Book an appointment at www.tourhealth.com. Beginning Wednesday, Oct. 28, residents and visitors can receive free and painless COVID-19 testing at a drive-through…
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Lifoam Industries awarded multiple patents for manufacturing of a bio-based alternative to EPS packaging
October 27, 2020
Lifoam Industries, LLC (Lifoam), a business segment and subsidiary of LifeMade Products LLC (LifeMade), has been awarded multiple patents for making and molding an entirely new type of bio-based bead…
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Presbyterian College awarded $500,000 to fund biomedical research
October 27, 2020
Presbyterian College is one of only 15 primarily undergraduate institutions in South Carolina to be awarded a grant supporting biomedical research. The $500,000 award from the National Institutes of Health…
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Southern First reports results for third quarter 2020
October 27, 2020
Southern First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: SFST), holding company for Southern First Bank, today announced its financial results for the three- and nine-month period ended September 30, 2020. “I am proud…
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Compassionate Communication
October 27, 2020
By Kara Gormley Meador NP Strategy While my home base is no longer a cubical inside a television newsroom where eight monitors blast shows from all of the major…
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Infinity Marketing promotes two to senior management positions
October 27, 2020
Infinity Marketing, a fully integrated marketing agency in the Upstate, recently promoted Katie Disper to Senior Integrated Marketing Manager and Meghan Dimas to Senior Manager of Analytics and Insights. “Both…
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The Surgery Center at Midlands Orthopaedics & Neurosurgery earns Blue Distinction® Center+ Designation for Quality and Cost-Efficiency in Spine Surgery
October 27, 2020
BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina has selected The Surgery Center at Midlands Orthopaedics & Neurosurgery as a Blue Distinction Center+ for Spine Surgery, as part of the Blue Distinction Specialty…
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The Barbara Stone Foundation hosts Bingo Bash on Nov 8th at Carolina Bauernhaus in West End Village
October 27, 2020
The Barbara Stone Foundation, a non-profit organization focused on supporting visionary and creative programs for individuals with disabilities, is hosting a free outdoor event at Carolina Bauernhaus in Greenville on…
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Sylvan Learning providing discount on Homework Support until Election Day
October 27, 2020
Sylvan Learning Center locations across the Midlands are providing discounts on their Homework Support package until Election Day. Sylvan’s Homework Support is led by certified teachers, who already have an…
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Charleston Jazz Orchestra Season 13 announced
October 27, 2020
Charleston Jazz announced Season 13 for the Charleston Jazz Orchestra (CJO). 2021 CJO Season 13 will feature a lineup of performances to include a musical timeline of the history of…
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MEBA’s Virtual Career Fairs
October 27, 2020
Create career connections with students in the Midlands by sharing your career pathway. Please consider participating in one or both of MEBA’s virtual career fairs: “Careers in Our Community” for…
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Mayor Steve Benjamin presents Keys to the City to former owners of Yesterday’s Restaurant
October 27, 2020In Recognition of the Restaurant’s Decades of Economic & Cultural Contributions to Five Points & City of Columbia On Tuesday, October 27 Mayor Steve Benjamin will present the Keys to…
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Clinton to host Veterans Day festivities
October 26, 2020
The City of Clinton will honor those who have served the United States Armed Forces with a special Veterans Day ceremony on Wednesday, November 11, at 11:00 a.m. in Vance…
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Election Day is One Week Away – How Can You Vote?
October 26, 2020
With just one week until Election Day (November 3rd) voting is already underway by mail-in or absentee ballot. As of 5:00 pm on Monday, October 26th Lynne West, Director of…
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Richland Library Southeast makes service adjustment on 11/3
October 26, 2020
Richland Library is announcing our Southeast location (7421 Garners Ferry Road) will serve as a polling place for the 2020 General Election, and in the interest of public safety, library…
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Spartanburg Community College honors 2020 Wall of Fame Inductees
October 26, 2020
Spartanburg Community College honored four Upstate leaders for distinguished service and contributions to the College at the Wall of Fame induction on Thursday, October 22. Held annually, this year’s inductees…
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Colliers Report: Discount shops and grocery stores are trending during the pandemic in Charleston
October 26, 2020
Research & Forecast Report Q3-2020 CHARLESTON | RETAIL Key Takeaways The Charleston retail market absorbed 134,097 square feet during the third quarter of 2020 dropping the overall vacancy rate down…
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Act UNITED for more affordable housing
October 26, 2020
By Sarah DeWolf Trident United Way, Public Policy Committee Chair You can make a difference this election day by supporting affordable housing in the form of two referenda in Charleston…
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Five new ship-to-shore cranes arriving soon at SC Ports
October 26, 2020
South Carolina Ports eagerly anticipates the arrival of five new ship-to-shore cranes for the Hugh K. Leatherman Terminal, which is on track to open in March. The new cranes are among the tallest…
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2021 CJO Season 13 announced
October 26, 2020
Charleston Jazz is excited to announce Season 13 for the Charleston Jazz Orchestra (CJO). 2021 CJO Season 13 will feature a lineup of performances to include a musical timeline of the history…
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Student research at Grice Marine Lab undeterred by pandemic
October 26, 2020It’s kind of fitting that, when Rowan Emerson, Morgan Lattomus and Hails Tanaka emerged from quarantine early last summer, it was to focus on research at the Grice Marine Laboratory at Fort Johnson. Turns out,…
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Berkeley County begins Comprehensive Plan update
October 26, 2020
Berkeley County is kicking off its 10-year Comprehensive Plan update, called “One Berkeley”, with five in-person meetings throughout Berkeley County and three virtual meetings in November. All information regarding the…
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Lowcountry Food Bank receives $10,000 donation from the Food Lion Feeds Charitable Foundation
October 26, 2020
The Lowcountry Food Bank (LCFB) announced today a $10,000 grant from The Food Lion Feeds Charitable Foundation to help provide hunger-relief to Lowcountry children. The LCFB will use the funding…
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Dynamic Agent Duo Britt Cannon and Mike Kijak Join The ART of Real Estate
October 26, 2020
The ART of Real Estate announced Britt Cannon and Mike Kijak have joined the company’s Lake Murray office. Britt and Mike are a dynamic pair of real estate professionals that…
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Clinton Comes Through in Woodruff Rivalry
October 24, 2020
The Clinton Red Devils kept flickering playoff hopes alive in defeating Woodruff 33-14 on Friday night at Wilder Stadium homecoming. The Red Devils fulfilled every expectation when the game was…
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PC’s Doctor of Occupational Therapy Program to Begin in January
October 24, 2020
Dr. Nathan Herz, the director of occupational therapy at Presbyterian College, loves sharing stories from his 30-plus year career in occupational therapy. “There was a lady who had a stroke…
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Transportation Penny Advisory Committee to Meet Virtually
October 23, 2020
Richland County will hold a virtual Transportation Penny Advisory Committee meeting at 5:30 p.m. Monday, Oct. 26. Those who wish to participate in the public input portion of the meeting…
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Jarrard, Nowell & Russell, LLC expands to new, larger office space
October 23, 2020Move marks 15 years in business and accommodates growth Jarrard, Nowell & Russell, LLC (JNR), a Charleston-based accounting and business advisory firm, has moved three of its Lowcountry offices to…
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Jasmine Smith to participate in Riley Institute’s Diversity Leaders Initiative
October 23, 2020
Jasmine Smith, an attorney with Robinson Gray, has been named to the Fall 2020 class of the Riley Institute’s Diversity Leaders Initiative. The Riley Institute at Furman started the DLI…
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Hear from award-winning writer about finding joy amid mental health struggles
October 23, 2020
Join Richland Library and hear from an award-winning writer during Meet the Author: Jenny Lawson from 7 – 8:30 p.m., Friday, November 6. Please register at richlandlibrary.com or call 803-799-9084…
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Walker & Whiteside’s Ronny Gillespie receives national recognition as instructor for Skilled Trades and Technical Training
October 23, 2020
The Upstate South Carolina Electrical Apprenticeship Program announced that one of its instructors – Ronny Gillespie, adjunct instructor for Greenville Technical College’s Skilled Trades and Technical Training – was nationally…
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