NAI Earle Furman recent transactions
December 16, 2015
NAI Earle Furman announces the following transactions: Leases Spartanburg, South Carolina: Kevin Pogue of NAI Earle Furman represented the landlord, Marty and Harriette Reid, in the leasing of a…
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USC Upstate student Danielle Dickerson to intern at Chapman Cultural Center
December 16, 2015
Danielle Dickerson, a Graphic Design student at USC Upstate, is interning in the Marketing Office at Chapman Cultural Center for her spring semester. She will be available every Tuesday and…
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HRP Associates honored by BB&T Risk Management Group
December 16, 2015
HRP Associates Inc. (HRP), an environmental health and safety engineering and consulting firm in Greenville, was recently honored by the BB&T Risk Management Group at the bank’s 10th annual BB&T…
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Duke Energy proposing on-site coal ash landfill at W.S. Lee Station
December 16, 2015Duke Energy Carolinas has started the permitting process to safely manage coal ash at the W.S. Lee Station in Belton, S.C., by constructing a fully lined on-site landfill. It will…
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Lucie Safarova and Belinda Bencic to play the Volvo Cars Open
December 16, 2015
Lucie Safarova and Belinda Bencic have committed to play in the inaugural Volvo Cars Open (formerly the Family Circle Cup), April 2nd – 10th, 2016, on Daniel Island in Charleston,…
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Zipit Solution Selected by Spokane Police Department for Emergency Response Unit Activation
December 16, 2015
Priority messaging feature cited as key factor in decision to adopt critical messaging platform Zipit Wireless announced that the Spokane Police Department (“Spokane PD”) in Spokane, Washington, has selected its…
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Phillips Staffing Adds Tonia Thompson as Human Resources Specialist
December 16, 2015CHARLESTON, SC – Phillips Staffing, one of South Carolina’s largest and fastest-growing staffing and human capital solution providers, has added Tonia Thompson as a Human Resources Specialist. Ms. Thompson joins…
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Zipit Solution Selected by Spokane Police Department for Emergency Response Unit Activation
December 16, 2015
Priority messaging feature cited as key factor in decision to adopt critical messaging platform Zipit Wireless announced that the Spokane Police Department (“Spokane PD”) in Spokane, Washington, has selected its…
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Phillips Staffing adds Tonia Thompson as Human Resources Specialist
December 16, 2015
Phillips Staffing, one of South Carolina’s largest and fastest-growing staffing and human capital solution providers, has added Tonia Thompson as a Human Resources Specialist. Ms. Thompson joins Phillips with four…
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GSP is Getting Tiger Town to Miami
December 15, 2015
The Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport (GSP) is thrilled to announce a special nonstop flight to Miami International Airport (MIA) aboard American Airlines. Could this season get any better for Upstate Clemson…
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NAI Earle Furman’s Grice Hunt joins the company’s Executive Committee
December 15, 2015
NAI Earle Furman, a leading full-service commercial real estate firm specializing in the office, industrial, investment, retail, multifamily, healthcare and land sectors, is pleased to announce that shareholder and broker, Grice Hunt,…
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James Al Cannon designated a “Premier Advisor” by Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network
December 15, 2015
Leading independent financial advisory firm, Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network, has designated James Al Cannon, managing director, as a member of the firm’s Premier Advisors Program, a distinction that reflects…
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Greenville Zoo receives Quarter Century Award from Association of Zoos and Aquariums
December 15, 2015
The Greenville Zoo is a recipient of the new Quarter Century Award, presented by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA), which recognizes zoos and aquariums that have been AZA-accredited…
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Ashley Taylor joins Bon Secours St. Francis Health System as Director of Media and Public Relations
December 14, 2015
Ashley Taylor has joined the Bon Secours St. Francis Health System as the Director of Media and Public Relations. While Ashley is a Greenville, SC, native, she spent time in…
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Membership elects 2016 Officers and new members to Board of Directors
December 14, 2015The South Carolina Workers’ Compensation Educational Association (SCWCEA) announce the newly elected 2016 Officers and new members to the Board of Directors at its annual business meeting on December 11,…
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GCS educators earn 2016 National Board Certification
December 14, 2015
Three Greenville County Schools’ educators have earned 2016 National Board Certification, and 28 have met NBCT renewal requirements, one of the teaching profession’s most respected achievements. With 683 teachers who…
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Chuck Saylors, Kenneth Baxter elected to SCSBA Board
December 14, 2015
Chuck Saylors, a member of the Greenville County Schools Board of Trustees, was elected secretary of the South Carolina School Boards Association (SCSBA) during the association’s annual Delegate Assembly. Also,…
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Michelle Brannon Blower named CresCom Bank branch manager for Greenville location
December 14, 2015
CresCom Bank, the community bank leader within the Carolinas, has appointed Michelle Brannon Blower branch manager for its Greenville-based branch. Blower brings with her more than 30 years of financial…
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Spartanburg Community College Foundation awards 2015-2016 Student Scholarships
December 14, 2015
The Spartanburg Community College (SCC) Foundation recently recognized outstanding students and donors at the annual Scholarship and Donor Brunch held at the Marriott at Renaissance Park in Spartanburg. Academic scholarships…
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Winthrop poll shows majority of South Carolinians support increase in gas tax
December 14, 2015
With the General Assembly set to begin session in less than a month, the most recent Winthrop University poll shows South Carolina voters continue to overwhelmingly support decisive action to…
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Select Health earns recognition for Multicultural Health Care Excellence from NCQA
December 14, 2015
CLAS program garners only Multicultural Health Care Distinction among all South Carolina health plans Select Health of South Carolina and its First Choice Medicaid health plan have again earned Multicultural…
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Walmart’s two-year, $2.7 billion investment in its U.S. workforce includes more than $52 million for additional raises to associates in South Carolina
December 14, 2015SOUTH CAROLINA – Walmart is making a $2.7 billion investment over two years in its U.S. workforce to raise wages, provide better training and increase scheduling choice and flexibility. As…
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SC Bar Foundation honors Hollings with statewide DuRant award
December 14, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC — The South Carolina Bar Foundation announce that Senator Ernest Frederick “Fritz” Hollings has been selected as the 2015 DuRant Distinguished Public Service Award recipient for meritorious service…
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Mashburn Construction welcomes Heather Felthaus
December 14, 2015
Mashburn Construction is pleased to welcome a new employee to the company: Heather Felthaus joins Mashburn’s Columbia office as a Project Administrator. Heather has a general studies degree from East…
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LS3P Announces Merger with Hubbard Architecture LLC
December 14, 2015
LS3P, an architecture, interiors and planning firm founded in Charleston, SC and Hubbard Architecture LLC of Myrtle Beach, SC are thrilled to announce a merger of the two firms as…
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Columbia’s McCrory Construction expands Southeastern presence with new Upstate office
December 14, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – Citing “a robust business climate and strong demand from repeat customers and new business,” 98-year-old McCrory Construction Company is adding a regional office in Greenville, South Carolina…
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Walmart’s two-year, $2.7 billion investment in its U.S. workforce includes more than $52 million for additional raises to associates in South Carolina
December 14, 2015
SOUTH CAROLINA – Walmart is making a $2.7 billion investment over two years in its U.S. workforce to raise wages, provide better training and increase scheduling choice and flexibility. As…
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Rogers E. Harrell, III joins Murphy Grantland
December 11, 2015
Murphy Grantland is pleased to announce Rogers E. Harrell, III has joined our office as an associate. Harrell concentrates his legal practice on construction defects and civil defense of insurance…
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Piedmont Health Foundation makes recommendations for improving mobility and transportation options in the area
December 11, 2015
Philanthropic organization releases results from nine-month study considering those without access to vehicles Mobility that will allow residents access to good jobs, education, health care, and more cannot be…
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Duke Energy board elects Lynn Good as board chairman
December 10, 2015
Duke Energy’s board of directors has unanimously elected Duke Energy president, CEO and vice chairman Lynn Good as its new board chairman, effective Jan. 1, 2016. Good succeeds Ann Maynard…
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Coldwell Banker Caine names Upstate top producers from November
December 10, 2015Coldwell Banker Caine recently recognized its top producing agents in property sales and listings from each of its five offices – Easley, Greenville, Greer, Seneca and Spartanburg – for the…
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The Marchant Company recognizes agents for excellent performance in November 2015
December 10, 2015
As the Upstate’s “Signature Real Estate Agency,” The Marchant Company is a small boutique business of just 30 agents that is consistently in the top 10 for performance in Greenville.…
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U.S. Senate ushers in new era in public education with historic vote
December 10, 2015
The U.S. Senate today approved S. 1177, the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA), a bipartisan and bicameral bill to reauthorize the federal education law known as the Elementary and Secondary…
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SAGE Automotive Interiors expanding Greenville County operations
December 10, 2015
Company Investing $5 Million In Existing Greenville County Facility SAGE Automotive Interiors, a firm that develops and manufactures innovative automotive seating material and headliners, is investing $5 million to…
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Myers joins FinTrust
December 10, 2015
FinTrust Investment Advisors is pleased to announce that Douglas E. Myers has joined the firm. Myers has a B.S. of Industrial Management from Georgia Institute of Technology and over 20…
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Spartanburg Community College welcomes Dr. Patricia Jones, new Associate Vice President of Instruction
December 10, 2015
Spartanburg Community College (SCC) recently welcomed Dr. Patricia Jones as associate vice president of instruction, responsible for leading SCC’s academic and non-credit programs as well as leading academic initiatives and…
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Wells Fargo supports Chapman Cultural Center With $12,500 Grant
December 9, 2015
SPARTANBURG, SC – Wells Fargo recently presented a $12,500 grant check to The Arts Partnership of Spartanburg, the nonprofit administrative agency that owns and operates Chapman Cultural Center (CCC) and…
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Coldwell Banker Commercial Caine Greenville and Spartanburg Brokers represent local real estate transactions
December 9, 2015
Brokers from Coldwell Banker Commercial Caine’s Greenville and Spartanburg offices recently represented the following area real estate transactions for October and November of 2015: Sales Charles Humphreys, CCIM, represented…
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Guild Board Members Present Exhibit
December 9, 2015
Artists’ Guild of Spartanburg is presenting artwork from various members of its Board of Directors Dec. 2-29, and an opening reception will be held on Thursday, Dec. 17, 6-8 p.m.…
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Four U.S. Healthcare Systems join Guardian Research Network
December 9, 2015
The Guardian Research Network (GRN) is rapidly expanding with the addition of four partner healthcare systems including Baptist Health (Kentucky), Bon Secours Health System, Mercy and Spartanburg Regional Healthcare System,…
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Katyn Hardin Joins Coldwell Banker Caine
December 9, 2015
Coldwell Banker Caine recently welcomed Katyn Hardin as an Experience Coordinator at its Spartanburg office. She will ensure the office environment is welcoming and provide a positive experience for both…
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A Marketing Firm for the Little Guys
December 9, 2015
Small businesses all over the Upstate are celebrating the opening of Tangible Intentions, a new full-service marketing firm that specializes in high-quality products and personalized service for small businesses with…
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Steering Committe selects Ferebee Lane + CO. for Gaston County Image Campaign
December 9, 2015A steering committee of Gaston County leaders has named Greenville, South Carolina-based Ferebee Lane + Co. agency of record for strategic development and creation of a new image campaign for…
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SC Bar receives funding to implement professional development program for teachers
December 9, 2015COLUMBIA, SC —The SC Bar Law Related Education Division announces that funds will be available in South Carolina to provide professional development for middle and high school teachers in civics…
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Governor Haley Announces 2016 Slate of South Carolina Chef Ambassadors
December 9, 2015
Governor Nikki Haley named chefs Teryi Youngblood of Passerelle Bistro in Greenville, Ramone Dickerson of 2 Fat 2 Fly & Wing City in Columbia, Orchid Paulmeier of One Hot Mama’s…
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Colliers International brokers sale of former Faurecia manufacturing facility in Spartanburg, SC for $3.5 million
December 9, 2015
Transaction facilitated by Colliers’ global relationship with seller Faurecia Emissions Control Technologies and purchaser Reger Holdings. A Colliers International team of industrial specialists consisting of Chuck Salley, SIOR, Dave Mathews,…
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CRA issues call for nominations
December 9, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – The CRA Board Development Committee is seeking recommendations for CRA Board nominees for the 2016-2019 board positions. The organization is seeking Board members that can provide leadership…
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Gov. Nikki Haley and Marcia Adams announce Department Of Administration’s Real Property Plan
December 9, 2015
Governor Nikki Haley and Marcia Adams, Director of the South Carolina Department of Administration (DOA), announced the results of DOA’s comprehensive inventory of state-owned real estate assets and the agency’s…
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Ogletree Deakins recognized as a Top 30 Law Firm for Client Service in BTI’s Client Service A-Team 2016 Report
December 9, 2015Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C. (Ogletree Deakins) is pleased to announce that the firm has been recognized as a top 30 law firm for client service in BTI…
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Berkshire Hathaway Homeservices C. Dan Joyner, Realtors welcomes three agents to downtown office
December 9, 2015
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announces the addition of three residential sales associates agents to the Downtown office located on Vardry Street. John Greene joins the company following…
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