Getting others to the top
August 10, 2022
By Jeff Becraft We really do need one another. A few years ago, on our Leadership Weekend, I was attempting to go up the climbing wall. I had tried…
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17th Annual Flight of the Dove Draws Record Number of Riders
August 10, 2022
August 6th marked the 17th annual Flight of the Dove cycling event and fundraiser for Hospice of Laurens County. The event is known for drawing cyclists from beyond the Upstate…
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Blink Book Review #9: “These Precious Days” by Ann Patchett
August 10, 2022
This is the ninth in a series of summer “Blink Book Reviews” by Reba Hull Campbell This summer’s reading list has included books beyond the best-seller fiction I usually…
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Blink Book Review #10: “The Splendid Beauty … A Dog and His People” by Rick Bragg
August 10, 2022
This is the tenth in a series of summer “Blink Book Reviews” by Reba Hull Campbell A young friend recently asked me to choose my favorite dog book. I…
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The Halsey Institute of Contemporary Art announces Kirsten Stolle: Only You Can Prevent A Forest
August 10, 2022
An exhibition interrogating the global influence of chemical companies on our food supply The Halsey Institute of Contemporary Art at the College of Charleston School of the Arts announces the…
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FUEL announces two promotions
August 10, 2022
FUEL – a Greenville, S.C.-based strategic marketing and branding agency – recently announced the promotion of two of its team members. Jackie Maness has been promoted to senior channel marketing…
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Joan Herlong & Associates Sotheby’s International Realty honors top agents
August 10, 2022
Joan Herlong & Associates Sotheby’s International Realty has honored its top agents for July. In the Greenville office, the top agents for transactions closed for buyer clients were Alexis Furman…
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Attorney General Alan Wilson joins 22 states in filing brief in support of ending unlawful CDC mandate
August 10, 2022
Attorney General Alan Wilson is joining 22 states, led by Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody, in filing an amicus brief in support of the plaintiff in Health Freedom Defense Fund Inc.…
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SC Works Trident to host hybrid Public Sector Career Fair
August 10, 2022
The Berkeley-Charleston-Dorchester Council of Governments and SC Works Trident will host a Public Sector Career Fair on Wednesday, Aug. 17 to provide public sector employers an opportunity to connect with…
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Alexis Kaul appointed Shelter Manager of Pet Helpers Adoption Center
August 10, 2022
Pet Helpers proudly announced Alexis Kaul has been appointed as Shelter Manager of Pet Helpers Adoption Center. Graduating from Canisius College with a degree in Animal Behavior, Ecology and Conservation.…
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Mullikin named to national hall of fame
August 10, 2022
Global expedition leader receives two national awards in July By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Dr. Tom Mullikin, a global expedition leader and chair of the S.C. Floodwater Commission, was named…
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President Biden names DeAndrea Benjamin to the United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit
August 9, 2022
The President is announcing his intent to nominate two federal judicial nominees—both of whom are extraordinarily qualified, experienced, and devoted to the rule of law and our Constitution. DeAndrea Benjamin…
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Lowcountry Food Bank announces Harriet P. McDougal board room unveiling
August 9, 2022
Ms. McDougal Makes Largest, One-Time Gift in Lowcountry Food Bank History Lowcountry Food Bank (LCFB) announced today that it received a transformational financial gift from Harriet P. McDougal to help…
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Five Points Association hosts ribbon cutting for Unis Boutique
August 9, 2022
The Five Points Association, along with the City of Columbia’s Economic Development Office, hosted a Grand Opening and Ribbon-Cutting for Unis Boutique, located at 631-I Harden Street (upstairs above The…
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Takosushi grand opening ceremony
August 9, 2022
The City of Columbia in collaboration with the City Center Partnership will be hosting a grand opening and ribbon cutting ceremony at the Arcade Building for Takosushi. Takosushi is a…
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Sky Bistro & Lounge grand opening ceremony
August 9, 2022
The City of Columbia will be hosting a grand opening and ribbon cutting ceremony for the newest business Sky Bistro & Lounge. Sky Bistro & Lounge features classic American cuisine…
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JerryFest returns to Five Points this October!
August 9, 2022
In honor of what would have been Jerry Garcia’s 80th birthday last week, the Five Points Association announces the return of JerryFest on Sunday, October 2, 2022. A FREE outdoor concert annually held…
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Artist Minute – Michael Smallwood, Actor, Playwright, Screen Writer, Filmmaker
August 9, 2022
The Who’s on the Move, Artist Minute is an interview in support of the undeniable impact that the arts and local artists have on our communities. One of the main drivers…
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Rebuild Upstate hires new Community Engagement Coordinator
August 9, 2022
Rebuild Upstate has brought on DeAndra Hillman to be its new Community Engagement Coordinator. Before joining the Rebuild Upstate team, Hillman was a Mortgage Processor at NewRez since 2020. Before…
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Jamie Hedgepath joins Countybank as General Counsel, Chief Human Resource Officer
August 9, 2022
Countybank is pleased to welcome James T. Hedgepath as General Counsel and Chief Human Resource Officer. Hedgepath comes to Countybank with more than 20 years of experience in employment and…
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GSP Airport District names new Chief Human Resources Officer
August 9, 2022
The Greenville-Spartanburg Airport District (District) has named Kelly G. Dawsey, SHRM-SCP, as its new Chief Human Resources Officer. Dawsey began her role at the District on August 1, 2022. “Kelly will…
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Interns join Chiropractic Health Center at Sherman College
August 8, 2022
Thirteen interns are now ready to serve the community and see patients at the Sherman College Chiropractic Health Center, a teaching clinic for senior students in their final stage of…
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County officials graduate from Institute of Government
August 8, 2022
Two Richland County officials earned special certification related to their positions during the recent annual conference of the S.C. Association of Counties (SCAC). District 11 Councilwoman Chakisse Newton graduated from…
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Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS welcomes Casey Shugart to the company’s Anderson office
August 8, 2022
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS is pleased to announce that Casey Shugart has joined the company’s Anderson office as a sales associate. Casey has spent nearly her whole…
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Tapestry Celebrates 36 Years
August 8, 2022
Tapestry boutique in Clinton celebrated 36 years in business this past weekend. New owner Megan Cauble Knight continues the legacy of founder Leslie Anne Jackson by keeping the ladies of…
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Laurens County Council Meeting – August 9 Agenda
August 8, 2022
Laurens County Council will meet for a regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, August 9. The meeting location is the old historic courthouse on the square in Laurens and starts at…
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Stogie’s on Musgrove Cigar Lounge Coming to Clinton
August 8, 2022
Another new business is coming to downtown Clinton in just a few weeks. Stogies on Musgrove, a cigar lounge, will join a growing list of cigar lounges in the Upstate…
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Harvest Hope Food Bank Board of Directors adds two new members
August 8, 2022
Harvest Hope Food Bank is proud to welcome Dr. Yvonne Johnson and Chris Van Parys to the organization’s Board of Directors. The new members join the statewide board leading Harvest…
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First Citizens Bank supports workforce development at Midlands Technical College
August 8, 2022Midlands Technical College’s QuickJobs workforce development program has received a grant from First Citizens Bank. The $50,000 donation will help close the job skills gap and quickly fill open positions…
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Grande Dunes Resort course on pace to reopen Sept. 15 following renovation project
August 8, 2022A comprehensive greens, bunkers and clubhouse renovation project at the Grande Dunes Resort Course is progressing smoothly as one of Myrtle Beach’s most popular properties approaches its September 15 reopening…
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Sims selected to serve on NAEYC Council
August 8, 2022
Jason Sims, Assistant Principal of Laurel Hill Primary School, was selected to serve on the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) Council for Early Learning Program Accreditation.…
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Frampton Construction completes transload facility for TradePort Logistics
August 8, 2022
Frampton Construction Company, LLC, a full-service construction firm providing planning and design support, preconstruction, and construction services, has completed the construction of a new 130-door, 89,000-square-foot transload facility for TradePort…
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How to Keep Your Tax Records Safe in an Emergency
August 8, 2022
It’s hurricane season again and last year marked the first time that two consecutive hurricane seasons used all 21 storm names, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. Five of…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Rhiannon Poore, Forge Search
August 8, 2022
The Who’s on the Move, Entrepreneur Minute is an interview in support of the undeniable impact that entrepreneurs have on our communities. We will be highlighting 20 entrepreneurs in each of…
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Marc Metcalf named as new Senior Project Manager
August 8, 2022
The South Carolina Power Team welcomes Marc Metcalf as the new senior project manager. Marc Metcalf brings nearly 20 years of experience in business administration and economic development to this…
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PTC Dual Enrollment Graduate to Attend Medical School
August 7, 2022
Tyler Shackelford had already been taking AP courses at Mid-Carolina High School when Piedmont Technical College (PTC) established a Middle College partnership with the School District of Newberry County. Earn…
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Congress Passes PACT Act Toxin Exposure Legislation
August 5, 2022
On Tuesday, August 2, 2022 the Senate passed S.3373 – Sergeant First Class Heath Robinson Honoring our Promise to Address Comprehensive Toxics Act of 2022 (The Honoring our PACT Act…
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Highest Morningstar Rating continues for WI Fidelis 10-year and overall risk-adjusted performance
August 5, 2022
COLUMBIA, S.C. – Wallick Investments, LLC’s separately managed account composite, WI Fidelis, received a 5-Star Morningstar RatingTM for 10-year risk-adjusted performance among 110 Mid-Cap Blend products, and a 5-Star Morningstar…
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Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS welcomes Jasmine Jackson to the Company’s Woodruff at Five Forks Office
August 5, 2022
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS is pleased to announce that Jasmine Jackson has joined the company’s Woodruff at Five Forks office as a sales associate. Jasmine has always…
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Trident United Way announces new Board Chair, Wendy Kopp
August 5, 2022Trident United Way is proud to announce that Wendy Kopp, senior vice president and private wealth executive at FineMark National Bank & Trust, has been chosen as our new board…
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South Carolina Federal CEO Scott Woods awarded Order of the Palmetto
August 5, 2022
Governor Henry McMaster awarded Scott Woods, president and CEO of South Carolina Federal Credit Union, with the Order of the Palmetto. The Order of the Palmetto is South Carolina’s highest…
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Bank of America Charitable Foundation awards $20,000 grant to Senior Resources to provide nutritional support and resources to vulnerable seniors
August 5, 2022Senior Resources announced that Bank of America Charitable Foundation has awarded $20,000 in grant funding to provide nutritional support and resources that will enable seniors to age with dignity and…
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Adia Victoria opens season of More Than Rhythm: A Black Music Series
August 5, 2022Season 2 features blues, classical, soul, and old-time folk music The Columbia Museum of Art announces the second season of More Than Rhythm: A Black Music Series, hosted by ethnomusicologist…
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SCRA announces new member Scarlet Connect and grant funding to Bottle Titan LLC
August 5, 2022
Scarlet Connect was accepted as a South Carolina Research Authority (SCRA) Member Company. Bottle Titan received new grant funding. All SCRA Member Companies receive coaching, access to experts in SCRA’s Resource Partner Network, eligibility…
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Norfolk Southern announces $1.2 million scholarship fund
August 4, 2022
One hundred children of Norfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE: NSC) employees will receive college scholarships of up to $10,000 over four years through the company’s new Thoroughbred Scholars program. In addition,…
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Football Set to Begin First Official Practice of Englehart Era on Friday
August 4, 2022
As the countdown towards the opening act of the 2022 season ticks underneath one month, the Presbyterian College football team gears up for practice #1 on Friday morning. Serving as…
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United Way of Pickens County’s Teresa Nash becomes Accredited Financial Counselor
August 4, 2022
Teresa M. Nash, Success Coach for the United Way of Pickens County’s Pathways program, successfully completed the course requirements and has earned the title of Accredited Financial Counselor by the…
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The Brandon Agency adds new talent to client services team
August 4, 2022The Brandon Agency, an integrated data-driven, digitally-centric marketing firm specializing in B2B, healthcare, financial services, telecommunications, outdoor lifestyles, lifestyle apparel, travel and tourism, consumer packaged goods, real estate, utilities, and…
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Attorney General Alan Wilson announces the formation of a nationwide Anti-Robocall Litigation Task Force
August 4, 2022Attorneys General form a national bipartisan Task Force to combat robocalling Attorney General Alan Wilson announced that South Carolina is joining a nationwide Anti-Robocall Litigation Task Force of 50 states…
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Blink Book Review #9: “These Precious Days” by Ann Patchett
August 4, 2022
This is the eighth in a series of summer “Blink Book Reviews” by Reba Hull Campbell This summer’s reading list has included books beyond the best-seller fiction I usually…
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