Countybank Foundation completes $23,000 donation to Anderson Interfaith Ministries
October 6, 2020
The Countybank Foundation recently made its final donation installment of $6,500 to Anderson Interfaith Ministries (AIM), fulfilling the pledged amount of $23,000 over the course of three years. Michael Wooles,…
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Midlands Technical College Commissioner honored
October 6, 2020
Midlands Technical College Commissioner Honored; Diane Sumpter wins Lifetime Achievement Award from business group The United States Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA) has honored Midlands Technical College Commissioner Diane Sumpter.…
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A M King wins regional “Best Project” award for Southern Foods Meat, seafood and cheese processing facility
October 6, 2020Carolinas-based A M King, an Integrated Design-Build firm with an established presence in the Upstate, has won an Award of Merit in Engineering News-Record’s (ENR) Best Projects Awards competition for…
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Infinity Marketing promotes five design and production team members
October 6, 2020Infinity Marketing, a full-service marketing agency in the Upstate, recently promoted Ryan King, Taylor Boyd, Katie Lasitter, Rachel Belk and Madi Nalley within the firm’s Creative and Production Department. “These…
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Grab A Bag SC returns
October 5, 2020
Kickoff event: October 19th, Clemson University Grab A Bag SC returns when community spirit is needed most. Join Lt. Governor Evette and PalmettoPride for a safe litter pickup event that…
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Richland County adds mask distribution events on Fridays
October 5, 2020
Richland County will hold several mask giveaways in the next few weeks as part of continuing efforts to prevent the spread of COVID-19. The free events will take place on…
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MEBA adds three members to Board of Directors
October 5, 2020
Midlands Education & Business Alliance (MEBA) has named three new members to the organization’s Board of Directors. MEBA is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that connects students of all ages, parents,…
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Retail space available in Azalea Square Shopping Center
October 5, 2020
210 Azalea Square Blvd., Suite C – 4,312 SF Rare opportunity for high visibility retail space in Azalea Square. Former Jos A. Bank – available immediately. Space is built out…
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American Heart Association to kick off 2021 Lowcountry Heart Walk Campaign
October 5, 2020
The American Heart Association will officially kickoff the 2021 Lowcountry Heart Walk Campaign virtually on October 7th at 12PM via Zoom. The kickoff will showcase the opportunities to support the…
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New athletic scholarships introduced to attract wheelchair tennis athletes to Clemson
October 5, 2020In March, Clemson University introduced its first adaptive sports tennis team. Now a new tuition support program will help bring other wheelchair tennis student-athletes to campus to play and earn their…
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Laurens County Conservation District Annual Earth & Sky Photo Contest Deadline October 31st
October 5, 2020
There is much beauty to be found in Laurens County and the Laurens County Conservation District wants you to share your photos capturing the beauty in their Annual Earth &…
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Boo in the Park is Back
October 5, 2020
Get the kids ready! The City of Laurens Parks and Recreation Director, Jason Pridgen, announced last week that the annual Boo in the Park will be held at Laurens City…
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IT-oLogy selected as a 2020 InnoVision Education Award finalist
October 5, 2020
IT-oLogy is one of three finalists selected for the InnoVision Education Award this year. The InnoVision Education Award is awarded to an organization that demonstrates an innovative application of technology…
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Two Upstate BASF sites honored
October 5, 2020
SENECA and CONVERSE, SC — BASF has been recognized with the 2020 Cummins COVID-19 Outstanding Supplier Award for its work and customer support during the COVID-19 pandemic. Indiana-based Cummins is…
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Plans Underway for Clinton Annual Veterans Day Celebration
October 5, 2020
The City of Clinton is gearing up to celebrate our local veterans on Veterans Day, November 11, 2020. Each year, the City puts on a program that is well attended…
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Richland Library celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month with online concert
October 5, 2020
Richland Library is recognizing Hispanic Heritage Month with a musical tour through Latin America. Join us for Evening Arts: Latin Caravan from 7 – 8 p.m., Friday, October 9 on…
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Laurens Residents Will Benefit from Recovery of Unclaimed Funds
October 5, 2020
South Carolina State Treasurer Curtis Loftis serves South Carolinians in many ways. One such role is safeguarding more than $650 million in unclaimed property and working hard to return these…
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Dominion Energy recognizes October as Energy Action Month with ways customers can save
October 5, 2020In observance of National Energy Action Month, Dominion Energy South Carolina encourages customers to make their homes and businesses more energy efficient with easy, do-it-yourself tips – just in time…
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State of South Carolina places in top 5 of Government Experience Awards
October 5, 2020The Center for Digital Government awarded the State of South Carolina fifth place in the overall state category of the 2020 Government Experience Awards. South Carolina, which partners with digital…
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Stinson Ferguson appointed to the City of Greenville’s Green Ribbon Advisory Committee
October 5, 2020
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd announced that Stinson Ferguson has been appointed by Greenville City Council to serve on the Green Ribbon Advisory Committee. Her two-year term began on October 1, 2020.…
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Senior Helps Families of Migrant Workers
October 5, 2020
“It really opens your eyes when you’re working with a non-English-speaking student, and you’re trying to teach them math, English, or reading,” said senior George Crosby, from Walterboro, S.C. For…
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Registration is open for the Ned Marshall Memorial Golf Tournament
October 4, 2020
AC Controls is hosting the 4th Annual Ned Marshall Memorial Golf Tournament benefitting the Center for Developmental Services (CDS). New this year, participants in the golf tournament may play on…
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Elliott Davis expands senior leadership team with four promotions
October 4, 2020
Prominent Accounting Firm Promotes within Greenville and Columbia Offices Elliott Davis, a leading business solutions firm with nine offices across the Southeast, announced that four team members have been promoted…
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Spartanburg Community College begins South Carolina’s first Injection Molding Training Program
October 4, 2020
In response to the increasing need for skilled injection molding manufacturing associates, Spartanburg Community College’s Corporate & Community Education division has started the first injection molding training program in South…
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Mary Winter Teaster represents Hendrix Properties, LLC in the sale of a 1.44-acre parcel on Forest Drive
October 4, 2020
Colliers International | South Carolina’s Mary Winter Teaster represented Hendrix Properties, LLC in the sale of a 1.44-acre lot at 1510 & 1514 Brentwood Drive in Forest Acres to Cason…
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Agape Care Hospice selected by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services for its outcomes & patient evaluation assessment alpha testing program
October 4, 2020
Agape Care has been selected as one of 20 Medicare-certified hospice providers nationwide to participate in the alpha testing phase of development of the Hospice Outcomes & Patient Evaluation (HOPE)…
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Richland Library announces expansion of curbside & other services, starting 10/5
October 4, 2020
Richland Library is announcing the expansion of services with minimal contact. Starting Monday, October 5, there are more options for curbside service. Upon receiving notification, customers can access their holds…
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Gov. Henry McMaster lifts restaurant occupancy limits statewide
October 2, 2020
Gov. Henry McMaster today issued Executive Order 2020-63, which lifts all occupancy limitations in restaurants throughout South Carolina, effective immediately. Previously, South Carolina’s restaurants were operating at 50% capacity. Now, they…
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Tacos ‘n Tequila Fiesta winners announced
October 2, 2020
The Tacos ‘n Tequila Fiesta, presented by Lunazul 100% Agave Tequila and held at The Old Cigar Warehouse, took place over the weekend of September 25. Although the festival was…
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Endeavor enhances corporate membership packages and offers new day pass 10-pack discount for more flexible coworking options
October 2, 2020
Endeavor, a coworking and shared office space community in downtown Greenville’s LEED-certified ONE tower, announces it has enhanced its corporate membership packages and is now offering a 10% discount off…
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Live Jazz + Firefly Cocktails + Lowcountry scenery
October 2, 2020
Limited number of tickets available for the CJO live performances at Firefly Distillery CHARLESTON, SC – For the remaining 2020 Charleston Jazz Orchestra Season 12 performances, Charleston Jazz, REV Federal…
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OneSpartanburg, Inc. announces hire of next Chief Tourism Development Officer
October 2, 2020
Timothy Bush to lead Spartanburg’s tourism development efforts, beginning Oct. 19 Timothy Bush, award-winning president and CEO of Louisiana’s Cajun Bayou Tourism, has been named Chief Tourism Development Officer at…
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Chasity Davis joins Coldwell Banker Caine in Spartanburg
October 2, 2020
Chasity Davis recently joined Coldwell Banker Caine’s Spartanburg office, bringing previous experience from another Upstate firm. She joined the field of real estate following a career as a paralegal, where…
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Cable One completes contribution of Alabama assets to Hargray
October 2, 2020
Hargray Communications and Cable One, Inc. announced today that the companies have completed the contribution of Cable One’s system serving Anniston, Alabama and surrounding areas, which operates under the Sparklight®…
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DPX Technologies announces a new INTip™ size exclusion chromatography product line
October 2, 2020
Columbia, SC – DPX Technologies, a manufacturer of laboratory consumables for sample preparation, announces the development of a new product line for size exclusion chromatography. The technology is patent-pending and…
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City of Charleston, Charleston LDC announce COVID-19 small business relief fund
October 2, 2020
Charleston Mayor John Tecklenburg and Charleston LDC CEO Steve Saltzman announced an $850,000 revolving loan fund to aid Charleston businesses impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. The funds were authorized by…
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Boeing to consolidate 787 production in South Carolina in 2021
October 2, 2020
As the airline industry continues to address the impact of COVID-19, The Boeing Company [NYSE: BA] said on October 1 that it will consolidate production of 787 jets at its…
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Dr. Andrea Richmond-Mart Joins Carolina OB/GYN
October 2, 2020
Murrells Inlet, SC—Carolina OB/GYN has announced the addition of Dr. Andrea Richmond-Mart. Dr. Richmond-Mart graduated from the University of South Carolina School of Medicine in 2016 and completed her residency…
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Regional Management Corp. announces appointment of Harp Rana as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
October 1, 2020
Promotes Brian Fisher to EVP and Chief Strategy and Development Officer Elevates Catherine Atwood to SVP, General Counsel, and Secretary Further Strengthens Senior Team to Execute on Omni-Channel Growth Strategy…
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Belimed Steam Sterilizers now announced compatible for crisis strategy decontamination of specific single-use N95 respirators by industry-leading manufacturer 3M
October 1, 2020
Can N95 respirators be decontaminated in a steam sterilization cycle for reuse in situations of severe personal protective equipment (PPE) shortage? That question has been explored through collaboration between a…
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TIGHITCO receives Special Process Approval qualifications from Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin Company
October 1, 2020
Combines assets throughout Aerostructures Division TIGHITCOTM Inc. announced that its South Carolina Aerostructures facility has been awarded Sikorsky Special Process Approvals as a Group 2 Supplier. This approval allows the…
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Interns join Chiropractic Health Center at Sherman College
October 1, 2020Twenty-three 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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What’s Happening Around the Main Street District in October
October 1, 2020Congratulations Hotel Trundle & Boudreaux on Receiving the South Carolina Historic Preservation’s Honor Award The combination of the boutique Hotel Trundle and BOUDREAUX’s architectural studio was recently recognized by South Carolina…
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Adrienne Fairwell selected to become Riley Fellow
October 1, 2020
South Carolina ETV and Public Radio assistant general manager joins a network of more than 2,300 leaders committed to creating social and economic progress in South Carolina Adrienne Fairwell of…
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Richland Library to begin Let’s Talk Race community initiative
October 1, 2020
Embark on a journey to end systemic racism during this time of unrest in our country and join Richland Library as we introduce the Let’s Talk Race community initiative. Over…
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James Lemon, DMD appointed Chair of MUSC Board of Trustees
October 1, 2020
Dr. James Lemon has been appointed Chair of the Medical University of South Carolina’s (MUSC) Board of Trustees. A graduate of the James B. Edwards College of Dental Medicine at…
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Celebrate Agriculture, Arts and Tradition at Free, Drive-Through S.C. State Fair, Oct. 20-21
October 1, 2020
Fair food available for purchase with extended dates, Oct. 20-24 The first-ever free, Drive-Through S.C. State Fair is bringing the tradition of the State Fair to fairgoers in a new…
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Colliers Report: No major shifts confirm Columbia office stability amid pandemic
October 1, 2020
Research & Forecast Report Q3-2020 COLUMBIA | OFFICE Key Takeaways Overall office market occupancy barely moved this quarter. The few changes within Columbia’s offices show tenants are maintaining their current…
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Big Lots to celebrate Columbia store grand re-opening
October 1, 2020
New Store Format Provides Fun and Engaging Shopping Experience During Its Grand Opening Week October 10-October 17 Big Lots announces the grand opening of its newly remodeled store in Columbia, South Carolina…
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Dedication of Back Street Park in Laurens Set for November 6th
October 1, 2020
Back Street Park is a small area of peace and serenity located at the corner of Highway 221 and East Main Street. The park is nearly complete with seating, decorative…
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