Spartanburg Community College keeps free tuition rolling through Fall 2024
February 28, 2023
Spartanburg Community College announced the “Live to Chase Initiative,” a re-imagined design to deliver free tuition for all the College’s more than 70 different programs of study through the Fall…
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Practice over Perfect
February 28, 2023
By Reba Campbell “Practice makes perfect.” Surely a mantra we all heard as children…whether it was in sports, spelling, music or math. This was a standard line repeated by grown-ups…
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The Citadel to co-host Black Alumni Collective National Leadership Symposium
February 28, 2023
The Citadel and the College of Charleston will host the Black Alumni Collective National Leadership Symposium, scheduled for March 9 – 12. The event, which will take place on the…
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United Community Bank selects nominees for 2023 Leadership Academy
February 28, 2023United Community Bank has selected nineteen emerging leaders for the bank’s 2023 Leadership Academy, an internal professional development program including team members from across the five-state United Community Bank footprint.…
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Sisters of Charity Foundation of SC names Ericka Wooten Director of Culture and Values in new role
February 28, 2023
The Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina (SCFSC) announced Ericka Wooten has been selected to serve in a new role as the Director of Culture and Values. In this…
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District 56 Takes Additional Steps for Security at all Schools
February 28, 2023
Laurens County School District 56 has taken additional steps to keep students, faculty and staff safe. The District has purchased metal detectors for use during school and after school activities.…
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Ron Acker joins Countybank as Professional and Executive Banking Relationship Manager
February 28, 2023
Countybank welcomed Ron Acker as Vice President, Professional & Executive Banking Relationship Manager in Greenville. Acker comes to Countybank with more than 30 years of experience in the financial services…
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District 56 Educator is Recipient of Judy Redman Lifetime Service Award
February 28, 2023
If you know Eddie Marshall, you know his love for reading and children. Marshall has spent his entire career advocating for children and the importance of reading. This past weekend…
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Boku Kitchen and Saloon celebrates spring with new Cherry Blossom Month in March
February 28, 2023
A bloom-inspired cocktail and dessert menu and three special events accompany the springtime pop-up To celebrate spring and all that blossoms, Boku Kitchen and Saloon is hosting a cherry blossom…
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Patent attorney Hunter Freeman joins longtime colleagues at Kim, Lahey & Killough
February 27, 2023
Kim, Lahey & Killough Law Firm announced the addition of patent attorney Hunter Freeman to the firm’s Greenville, SC, office. Freeman’s law practice focuses primarily in the areas of patents,…
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Jacquelyn Carlen becomes CCSD’s Interim Chief Financial Officer
February 27, 2023
Charleston County School District (CCSD) announced Jacquelyn Carlen as the Interim Chief Financial Officer. Carlen has served as CCSD’s Executive Director of Finance since 2017. Carlen has been responsible for…
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Colliers brokers receive prestigious Everest Award for top performance nationwide
February 27, 2023
Colliers brokers John Montgomery, SIOR, Garrett Scott, SIOR and Brockton Hall, SIOR have been awarded Colliers’ Everest Award for top production in 2022. The Everest Club recognizes the top 10%…
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Dr. Giuseppe Gumina Named New Dean of Presbyterian College School of Pharmacy
February 27, 2023
Presbyterian College announced Friday that Dr. Giuseppe Gumina has been named the new dean of the Presbyterian College School of Pharmacy. Gumina, currently a professor of pharmaceutical sciences and chair…
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PC’s Esports Program Moving into Capitol Theatre on March 2
February 27, 2023
Presbyterian College’s esports program is moving, as planned, into the historic Capitol Theatre on the Public Square in Laurens this spring. PC has invited the public to a ribbon-cutting ceremony…
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A Guide to Bunching Charitable Contributions
February 27, 2023
by Stephen E. Maggard, CFP® Giving generously to charity is often a topic near and dear to our clients’ hearts; close behind on the priority list is limiting the amount…
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Current Lighting announces the appointment of Bill Tolley as interim CEO
February 27, 2023
GREENVILLE, SC – Current™, a leading commercial and industrial (“C&I”) lighting and controls company, has appointed William (“Bill”) Tolley as its Interim CEO, effective today. Departing CEO Manish Bhandari was…
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Quackenbush Architects + Planners announces new marketing coordinator
February 27, 2023
Quackenbush Architects + Planners announced and welcomed Stefanie Hauser as its marketing coordinator. Hauser brings a portfolio of graphic design, business management and entrepreneurial expertise to Quackenbush. A 1999 graduate…
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Clinton Native to Open Art Venue in Downtown Clinton
February 27, 2023
Clinton will soon be home to a new art studio concept which will be known as The Makery. Andrea Ivey Curtis, a Clinton native and graduate of Clinton High School…
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Relic Room again celebrates South Carolina’s role in the American Revolution
February 27, 2023
For eight long years, the young United States – which at the start of the conflict wasn’t even formed yet, and had no army, navy, or national government – was…
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Drew Stevens named ‘Moore School Distinguished Young Alumni’
February 27, 2023
Drew Stevens was just selected as the 2023 ‘Moore School Distinguished Young Alumni Award’ recipient. He’s a Certified Financial Planner with Northwestern Mutual and a partner in the G3 Wealth…
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Columbia Chamber announces honorees for 2023 Columbia Impact Awards
February 27, 2023
Ten Recognized for Outstanding Achievements During 9th Annual Columbia Impact Awards The Columbia Chamber announced the recipients of the annual Columbia Impact Awards. The 2023 Columbia Impact Awards, presented by…
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Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS welcomes Brenda Ledford to the Company’s Midtown Office
February 27, 2023
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announced that Brenda Ledford has joined the company’s Midtown office as a sales associate. Brenda is a life-long resident of the Upstate and…
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Governmental law attorney Ginny Bozeman joins Pope Flynn
February 27, 2023
Virginia “Ginny” Bozeman has joined Pope Flynn, a Columbia-headquartered law firm that focuses on governmental and public finance matters, where she will be providing local governments advice and counsel while…
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Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS welcomes Elizabeth Earle to the company’s Midtown office
February 27, 2023
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announced that Elizabeth Earle has joined the company’s Midtown office as a sales associate. Elizabeth was born and raised in Greenville, she received…
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Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS welcomes Maggie Joyner to the company’s Midtown office
February 27, 2023
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announced that Maggie Joyner has joined the company’s Midtown office as a sales associate. Maggie Joyner was born and raised in real estate.…
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State honors three leaders, one organization as largest life sciences conference ever convenes in Charleston
February 27, 2023
Attendees salute USC’s Dean of Pharmacy Stephen Cutler, MUSC’s Caroline Brown, Nephron Pharmaceutical’s Lou Kennedy, and Liberty’s Abbott with top honors A record gathering of life science leaders from across…
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Jade Fountain joins The YoPro Know
February 27, 2023
The YoPro Know has brought on Jade Fountain as an Account Manager. Fountain earned her bachelor’s degree from Furman University and her Master of Public Administration from the College of…
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Laurens County Republican Party to Hold ReOrg Meeting Thursday March 2
February 26, 2023
Every two years, each county Republican Party in South Carolina goes through a process known as ReOrg. The Laurens County Republican Party will reconvene for ReOrg this Thursday, March 2nd…
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Reeves Propels Blue Hose to Second Straight Victory over Big 10 Foe
February 26, 2023
Behind a pair of home runs and a four-hit performance from junior Dalton Reeves, the Presbyterian College baseball team earned its second win over a Big 10 School in as…
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Westminster Presbyterian Church to Host Benefit Concert March 5
February 26, 2023
On Sunday, March 5 at 3:00 pm, Westminster Presbyterian Church in Clinton (1387 Highway 56 South) will host cellist Jonathan Simmons for a benefit concert to support his attending the Stellenbosch…
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4-H Fishing Project Open to Youth Ages 5-18
February 26, 2023
Who doesn’t like to go fishing! With Spring in the air and warmer temperatures it’s a great time to get outside and throw a line in the water. The South…
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Inn Season Floral Shop Named Florist of the Year by NACE
February 26, 2023
Inn Season, a floral shop located in downtown Fountain Inn has been awarded “2022 Florist of the Year” by the National Association for Catering and Events Appalachian Chapter. This award…
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Four Way Stop Coming to Intersection in Clinton
February 26, 2023
Stop! The intersection at West Main Street and Laurens Street in Clinton will be a 4-way stop intersection effective March 1. This is the intersection at the Cotton Loft. At…
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Mamie Nicholson: One Person Can ‘Lift a Whole Family’
February 26, 2023
Piedmont Technical College (PTC) alumna Mamie Nicholson is one of the “ones” — those people who can change the entire dynamic of a family or organization. And she believes that…
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Golden Shovel Groundbreaking for The Mill at Fountain Inn
February 26, 2023
On Tuesday, February 28th at 11:30 am, a golden shovel groundbreaking ceremony will take place to mark the start of construction for The Mill at Fountain Inn located at 100…
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Big Signing Day for Laurens District High School Raiders
February 26, 2023
Last week nine Laurens District High School students signed to continue their athletic careers as they pursue advanced education. Four signed to play college football, one to play baseball, three…
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Exhibition Showcases Creativity of Lander Art, Design Students
February 26, 2023
From a headless Queen of Hearts sculpture to nostalgic black-and-white photography to bright graphic designs, the creativity of Lander University’s art and design undergraduate students is recognized in the 2023…
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City of Charleston officials celebrate opening of Carr-Richardson Park
February 24, 2023Charleston Mayor John Tecklenburg, City Councilmembers, city of Charleston Director of Parks Jason Kronsberg, The Honorable Reverend Dr. Kylon J. Middleton, leaders from the Maryville/Ashleyville Neighborhood Association and members of…
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Charleston Metro Chamber accepting nominations for 2023 Honors Awards
February 24, 2023
The Charleston Metro Chamber is now accepting nominations for The Honors awards. Winners will be recognized at Member-Bration, presented by BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina, in May. The Honors awards celebrate companies and individuals who…
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City of Columbia partners with the American Red Cross Board of Directors for 13th Annual Blood Drive
February 24, 2023
WHAT: The City of Columbia is partnering with the American Red Cross Board of Directors to host the 13th annual Columbia Lifesavers Blood Drive on March 10, 2023. In addition,…
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Black Food Truck Festival returns April 22-23
February 24, 2023
Early bird ticket prices Increase on March 1 for two-day family friendly event CHARLESTON, S.C. – The Black Food Truck Festival returns this spring celebrating Black businesses and culture with…
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BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina continues to rank among Forbes’ best large employers
February 24, 2023
BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina has been recognized again by Forbes as one of America’s best large employers. BlueCross President and CEO Michael J. Mizeur says this year’s ranking highlights…
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Professor’s research helps shed light on 18th-century African remains found at Gaillard Center
February 24, 2023In 2013, the site of the renovation project at the Charleston Gaillard Center became Charleston’s oldest archaeologically excavated burial ground when the remains of 36 people of African descent were…
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Top agents from William Means Real Estate named to the Christie’s International Real Estate 2023 Masters Circle
February 24, 2023
William Means Real Estate, an affiliate of global luxury real estate network Christie’s International Real Estate, is proud to announce that two of its agents have been named to the…
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League of Women Voters turns 103 and the VOTE411 website provides voting information for Columbia City Council Special Election
February 24, 2023
The League of Women Voters of the Columbia Area celebrates its 103rd Anniversary. The League of Women Voters was founded on February 14, 1920, following the ratification of the 19th…
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The way it really is
February 24, 2023
By Jeff Becraft A few weeks ago, I had to put some deadbolts in some doors. So I looked it up on YouTube just to see what advice I…
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Joan Herlong & Associates Sotheby’s International Realty announces annual award winners
February 24, 2023
Joan Herlong & Associates Sotheby’s International Realty has honored its top Associates for 2023. For the third year in a row, Reid Hipp was named Most Valuable Associate. All Associates…
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Tri-County Technical College receives SCATCC’s 2022 Equity Award
February 24, 2023The South Carolina Association of Technical College Commissioners (SCATCC) awarded Tri-County Technical College (TCTC) the 2022 Equity Award for the collaborative and intentional work achieved by its Men of Color…
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guHRoo’s innovative payroll and HR platform gets a boost with new capital injection
February 24, 2023
guHRoo is shaking up the world of HR tech with a groundbreaking infusion of funding, solidifying its position as a trailblazer in payroll automation and HR software. A Florida-based tax…
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Rivers I Cross
February 24, 2023
By Tom Poland Rivers make me say things out loud. As I drive alone over a river I often say its name. In fact, some rivers’ names beg to…
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