Non Profit Minute – Donna Waites, Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina
August 4, 2022
The Who’s on the Move, Non Profit Minute is an interview in support of the amazing impact that local non profits have on our communities. We would like to thank…
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Tidewater Golf Club named South Carolina’s Golf Course Of The Year
August 4, 2022Tidewater Golf Club, one of Myrtle Beach’s most acclaimed designs, has been named Golf Course of the Year by the South Carolina Golf Course Owners Association. The SCGCOA evaluated Golf…
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SC Office of Rural Health awards more than $725,000 in rural health equity funding
August 4, 2022
The South Carolina Office of Rural Health (SCORH) announced 26 funding awards to address COVID-19 health disparities and support local health equity initiatives in rural communities. The grants, totaling $725,556,…
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Colliers | South Carolina announces 12-month transaction volume of $1.2 billion
August 4, 2022
Charleston/Columbia/Greenville/Spartanburg, SC – Colliers | South Carolina, which has offices in Charleston, Columbia, Greenville and Spartanburg, announced a record-breaking trailing 12-month production for the company’s brokerage operations with $1.2 billion…
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SC Bar recognizes David Lail of Yarborough Applegate Law Firm for raising awareness about drunk driving prevention
August 4, 2022
The SC Bar recognizes David Lail, Partner at Yarborough Applegate Law Firm, for his role in the 2022 Law Enforcement Recognition Dinner and Training Symposium, hosted by MADD South Carolina.…
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The Cliffs announces personnel updates amidst exciting growth
August 4, 2022The Cliffs is pleased to announce an important personnel change. Kyle Caudill, the respected General Manager (“GM”) for the past five years at The Cliffs at Keowee Falls (“Keowee Falls”),…
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Chief Latimore Receives Accolades at Farewell Reception
August 4, 2022
On Wednesday, August 3, Laurens Police Department (LPD) and the City of Laurens held a farewell reception for Chief Latimore in the Magnolia Room of the Laurens County Museum. The…
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County Council approves Capital Project Sales Tax Ordinance
August 3, 2022
If approved by voters in November, the 1% sales and use tax will generate $536 million to be used for road and infrastructure improvements across Lexington County The Lexington County…
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SC Chamber launches 2022 Grassroots Tour
August 3, 2022
Connecting with over 40 local groups at 28 different stops throughout South Carolina This month, the South Carolina Chamber of Commerce jumpstarts their annual grassroots tour around the Palmetto State.…
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Chamber hosts opportunity to have conversations with elected officials
August 3, 2022
The Mount Pleasant Chamber of Commerce (MPCC) announces their 3rd Annual “Know Your Lawmaker” Reception powered by REV Federal Credit Union. This event will take place on Wednesday, August 10…
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Application period opens for Berkeley County State Accommodations Tax funding
August 3, 2022
The application period opened today, Monday, August 1, 2022 to apply for Berkeley County State Accommodations Tax funding. Individuals or businesses in Berkeley County meeting the criteria of the Accommodations…
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All Trident Tech programs offered tuition free for 2022-23 academic year
August 3, 2022
All of Trident Technical College’s programs of study will be available tuition free for eligible South Carolina residents for the 2022-23 academic year thanks to additional funding provided by the…
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The COMET names Jackie Bowers, Director of Operations
August 3, 2022
Central Midlands Regional Transit Authority (The COMET) is pleased to announce the promotion of Jackie Bowers to Director of Operations. In this position, Bowers will be responsible for overseeing the…
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GSSM hires Hunter Thomas to spearhead marketing and communications
August 3, 2022The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science and Mathematics (GSSM) has hired Darlington native, Hunter Thomas to serve as the Marketing and Communications Manager. Thomas brings more than 12 years…
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Charleston Metro Chamber announces Workforce Innovation Labs
August 3, 2022
The Charleston Metro Chamber is pleased to announce their new Workforce Innovation Labs program. The Labs offer a space for small businesses to work through their toughest challenges. They are…
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South Carolina State Fair is now hiring temporary positions
August 3, 2022
The South Carolina State Fair, the state’s largest annual event, is now accepting temporary employment applications for this year’s 12-day fair, which takes place Oct.12-23, 2022, at the S.C. State…
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Movement Mortgage names Sarah Middleton Chief Growth Officer
August 3, 2022
INDIAN LAND, SC – Movement Mortgage (Movement), the nation’s sixth-largest retail mortgage lender, is expanding its leadership team with the creation of two new positions focused on the growth and…
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Lowes Foods seeking additional local product vendors
August 3, 2022
Vendor Digital Summit to Take Place September 28 Lowes Foods, a Carolinas based grocer with more than 80 stores in North and South Carolina, has a strong history of supporting…
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Industrial packager Greif expanding operations in Greenville County
August 3, 2022
Governor Henry McMaster and the S.C. Department of Commerce today announced that Greif, a global leader in industrial packaging products and services, plans to expand existing operations in Greenville County,…
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Tour of Recently Discovered Battlefield August 6
August 3, 2022
Durant Ashmore will lead a tour of Hammond’s Store Battlefield Saturday, August 6, 2022, at 9:00 AM. This battlefield which is on private property just outside of Clinton, SC, has…
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Legal Elite list for 2022 honors three partners with Bluestein Attorneys
August 3, 2022
Once again, Columbia Business Monthly has named three Bluestein Attorneys partners to the magazine’s “Legal Elite of the Midlands” list. The list recognizes attorneys in the Midlands whom peers consider…
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Columbia-based Capitol Urology reports record vasectomy numbers
August 3, 2022
Vasectomy requests up 400% since Roe v. Wade decision Men in South Carolina are following a national trend reported by urologists across the country—the time for a vasectomy is now.…
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What is the cause of the high inflation rate?
August 3, 2022
Joseph Von Nessen, Research Economist at the Darla Moore School of Business, talks about the causes of the current high inflation rate. Von Nessen specializes in regional economics, regional economic…
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Agreement Supports Transfer to Francis Marion University for Eligible PTC Commercial Art Program Graduates
August 2, 2022
Piedmont Technical College (PTC) and Francis Marion University (FMU) recently formalized an agreement designed to expedite the transfer process for eligible PTC Commercial Art AAS graduates. The move establishes a…
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Comporium promotes Roger Parker to Executive Vice President
August 2, 2022
Assumes Lead Role Over Technology and Facilities Workgroups ROCK HILL, SC – Comporium is excited to announce it has promoted Roger Parker to the position of Executive Vice President –…
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Colliers Report: New waves of construction surge to meet ongoing demand
August 2, 2022
Commercial Real Estate Research & Forecast Report Q2 2022 Greenville-Spartanburg Industrial Market Highlights There are currently ±15.6 million square feet of industrial space under construction in Greenville-Spartanburg, many of which…
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Ten at the Top Announces 2022 Elevate Upstate Community Vibrancy Grant Program
August 2, 2022
We are pleased to announce that Hughes Investments has committed $15,000 to support three grants at $5,000 each for the 2022 Elevate Upstate Community Vibrancy Grant program. Two of the…
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Clinton YMCA Youth Soccer Registration
August 2, 2022
Summer is almost over and school is about to start. That means fall sports will also begin at the Clinton YMCA. The Clinton YMCA soccer registration is now open with…
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APGA Congratulates Fountain Inn Natural Gas for Operational Excellence
August 2, 2022
The American Public Gas Association (APGA) presented Fountain Inn Natural Gas with the prestigious APGA System Operational Achievement Recognition (SOAR) for excellence in operating its natural gas utility. Public natural…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Cynthia Williams, Lifestyle Real Estate
August 2, 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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Why is it so hard to figure out whether we are in a recession?
August 2, 2022
Joseph Von Nessen, Research Economist at the Darla Moore School of Business, talks about whether the US economy is in a recession. Von Nessen specializes in regional economics, regional economic…
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The Holmes family of Laurens wins Main Street South Carolina Outstanding Service Award
August 2, 2022
Main Street South Carolina has recognized the Holmes family of Laurens with the Main Street South Carolina Downtown Service Award. The award recognizes an elected official, appointed public official, resident…
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Melissa Brewington promoted to REMS Accounting Supervisor at Colliers | South Carolina
August 2, 2022
Colliers | South Carolina announces that Melissa Brewington has been promoted to REMS Accounting Supervisor. In her role, Brewington oversees the day-to-day Real Estate Management Services (REMS) accounting functions and…
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Attorney General Alan Wilson announces the formation of a nationwide Anti-Robocall Litigation Task Force
August 2, 2022
Attorneys General form a national bipartisan Task Force to combat robocalling Attorney General Alan Wilson today announced that South Carolina is joining a nationwide Anti-Robocall Litigation Task Force of 50…
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Three Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd attorneys named to 2022 Real Estate Attorneys Power List
August 2, 2022
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. announced that Meg Scoopmire, Jeddie Suddeth and Seth Swan have been recognized in SCBIZ Magazine’s 2022 Real Estate Attorneys Power List. A Greenville, SC native and…
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Metropolis Salon opens in the Vista district
August 2, 2022The City of Columbia, in partnership with the Vista Guild, hosted a grand opening and ribbon cutting ceremony for the newest business in the Vista district, Metropolis Salon. Metropolis has…
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Keep the Midlands Beautiful to host Lakeside Litter Sweep Cleanup event on Lake Murray
August 2, 2022
Saturday, September 17th Keep the Midlands Beautiful (KMB) and their event partners will host a Lakeside Litter Sweep litter cleanup event on Lake Murray on Saturday, September 17th, 2022, from…
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1801 Venture Club announced as presenting sponsor of Gamecock Central Kickoff event
August 2, 2022
Steel Hands Brewing in partnership with Gamecock Central is pleased to announce the 1801 Venture Club as its presenting sponsor for the 2nd Annual Gamecock Central Kickoff Party to be…
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David Boulware named Best Mortgage Lender
August 2, 2022
David Boulware, Mortgage Loan Officer at First Reliance Bank, has been named the “Best of the Pee Dee’s 2022 Best Mortgage Lender” Winner. Boulware began his finance career in 1998…
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The Charleston Metro Chamber welcomes new Operations Coordinator
August 2, 2022
The Charleston Metro Chamber announced Grace Carlson has joined the Chamber team as Operations Coordinator. In this role, she communicates externally to optimize operational success for Chamber members, guests and…
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Shop Local During SC’s Sales Tax Holiday – August 5-7
August 2, 2022
South Carolina’s annual Sales Tax Holiday is scheduled for this coming weekend, August 5-7. During the annual Sales Tax Holiday, a variety of purchases are exempt from the state’s 6% Sales Tax and…
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State agencies encourage nominations for S.C. Environmental Awareness Award
August 2, 2022
South Carolina state agencies are seeking nominations for an award to recognize individuals who do extraordinary work advocating for our state’s natural environment. Nominations for the South Carolina Environmental Awareness…
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Registration Open for “Run Like a Mann” 5K Walk/Run Fundraiser
August 2, 2022
Calling all runners and walkers! The Laurens County Cancer Association will host their annual “Run Like a Mann” 5K walk/run on Saturday, August 27. There will also be a One…
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PC Community Shatters All-Time Record for Philantrhopic Support in 2021-22
August 1, 2022
Presbyterian College alumni and friends gave at an unprecedented level this fiscal year, with $18.3 million in total gifts and multi-year pledges. This year’s totals nearly doubled PC’s previous fundraising…
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The Tale of Two Savers
August 1, 2022
Albert Einstein is reputed to have said, “Compound interest is the eighth Wonder of the World. He who understands it earns it; he who doesn’t, pays for it.” What is…
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The Brew – Chamber to Host Local Networking Session August 17
August 1, 2022
Laurens County Chamber of Commerce has announced the next session of “The Brew.” The event will be held on August 17 from 8:00-9:00 am at Laurens CPW (212 Church Street,…
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Non Profit Minute Minute – Lara Ceisel, Barbara Stone Foundation
August 1, 2022
The Who’s on the Move, Non Profit Minute is an interview in support of the amazing impact that local non profits have on our communities. We would like to thank…
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Community Celebrates Opening of the Veterans Affairs and Laurens County Voter Registration and Election Office
August 1, 2022
From the basement of the historic court house to Bolt Drive Complex. The Laurens County Voter Registration and Elections office and Veterans Affairs office is now fully up and running…
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TacMed Solutions™ appoints Patrick Smith as new Director of Sales
August 1, 2022
TacMed Solutions™ welcomes Patrick Smith to the team as the new Director of Sales. In this role, Patrick will present TacMed’s solutions to customers and markets throughout the United States.…
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OTO Development opens the Gulf Coast’s first beachfront Hyatt Place
August 1, 2022
The Gulf Coast’s first beachfront Hyatt Place hotel is now open in Panama City Beach, bringing contemporary design and thoughtful service to the heart of the Florida Panhandle. Hyatt Place…
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