Manufacturers honored at the 2024 SC Manufacturing Summit
December 9, 2024
The South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance (SCMA) and the South Carolina Manufacturing Extension Partnership (SCMEP) celebrated excellence in manufacturing at the 2024 SC Manufacturing Summit, where individuals and companies were recognized…
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Converse announces new 2024-2025 Trustees
December 9, 2024Converse University welcomed six new members to its esteemed Board of Trustees: Valerie Dowling ’07, Ex Oficio, Director of the Women’s Democracy Network Shannon Givens Jaynes ’93, Community advocate and…
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Florence Realtor® Keon Aldrich named SC REALTORS® first black president of association
December 9, 2024
Florence Realtor® and broker of Pee Dee Elite Realty, Keon Aldrich, has been named 2025 president of South Carolina REALTORS® (SCR). The historic nomination marks the first time a black…
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Wagner Wealth wins statewide awards
December 9, 2024
Wagner Wealth Management was honored with three SC Best in Business Awards this week. After nominations and a round of voting by the public, the firm received two Gold Awards…
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FUEL accepting applications for 1H25 nonprofit grant program
December 9, 2024
Online applications accepted until January 15 FUEL, a Greenville, S.C.-based brand building agency, is accepting applications until January 15, 2025 for its FUEL for Good Grant program for the first…
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Meyn America, LLC growing South Carolina footprint with expansion in Oconee County
December 9, 2024
Meyn America, LLC (Meyn America), a leader in poultry processing solutions, today announced it is growing its South Carolina footprint with an expansion in Oconee County. The company’s approximately $50…
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Colliers brings El Paso Tacos & Tequila to Clemson’s Plaza One 89
December 9, 2024
Lance Byars, Scott Burgess and Josh Seibert of Colliers | South Carolina represented FishHawk Capital’s Plaza One 89 in the lease of ±4,635 square feet of retail space at 189…
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Brokerage team in Spartanburg brings industrial facility to full capacity
December 8, 2024
Colliers industrial brokers Drake Scott, Dillon Swayngim and Brockton Hall represented the landlord, Parliament, in the lease of ±78,000 square feet of industrial space at 6997 Pelham Road to Infintium…
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Complete PR’s earns Gold in Best in Business Awards
December 8, 2024
To paraphrase Johnny from The Outsiders, “stay gold, Complete PR, stay gold.” Complete PR was recognized this week with a Gold Award in the Best Ad Agency/PR/Marketing Firm category from…
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Greenville Jewish Federation and Sigal Music Museum come together for ShofarPalooza
December 8, 2024
Acclaimed Jazz Comedian David Zasloff is coming to the Sigal Music Museum this month for ShofarPalooza. “ShofarPalooza is a celebration of Jewish heritage with some comedic twists that only David…
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Award to Lander professor recognizes outstanding work as college art educator
December 8, 2024
Among college art educators, Doug L. McAbee has been named the best in the Palmetto State for 2024. McAbee, a Lander University art professor, is the recipient of this year’s…
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GSSM establishes new scholarship fund
December 6, 2024
A fund has been established in honor of the late Dr. Bhuvana Parameswaran by an alum, a faculty member & a staff member of the South Carolina Governor’s School for…
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Greenline-Spartanburg Neighborhood Plan heads to City Council
December 6, 2024With Planning Commission approval, the draft Greenline-Spartanburg Neighborhood Plan heads to City Council for consideration at its Dec. 9, 2024, meeting. The plan aims to enhance livability, connectivity and inclusivity in the…
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Cushman & Wakefield elevates Chad Love to Managing Principal of the Carolinas
December 5, 2024
Cushman & Wakefield announced the commercial real estate services firm has elevated Chad Love to Managing Principal of the Carolinas. He will be responsible for the firm’s Charlotte, Raleigh-Durham, Greensboro-Winston…
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Fallen Color
December 5, 2024
By Tom Poland And a Never-Forgotten Dog Can uprooted trees flaunt fall color? No. Dead men don’t talk and dead leaves don’t reveal colors. I figured it was impossible.…
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SCDOT receives a “Clean Audit” of Agency’s Finances for seventh consecutive year
December 5, 2024
The South Carolina Department of Transportation was presented with an unmodified, or “clean audit” for the fiscal year 2023-2024. This report marks the seventh consecutive year the agency’s financial operations…
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LEO Santa Toy Drive underway
December 5, 2024
Holiday Alert from our first responders! The LEO Santa Toy Drive is happening NOW until 10 a.m. Friday at Bon Secours Wellness Arena! Drop off new, unwrapped toys for kids ages newborn to…
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Greenville Technical College cuts ribbon at newly renovated Child Development Center
December 5, 2024Ribbon was cut to officially reopen the Margaret Mills Cubbage Child Development Center on Greenville Technical College’s Barton Campus following an extensive renovation. Guest speakers included Greenville Technical College President…
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Habitat for Humanity of Greenville’s Monroe Free honored with Order of the Palmetto
December 5, 2024
The retiring CEO of Habitat for Humanity of Greenville was honored with the Order of the Palmetto Wednesday night. The Order of the Palmetto is awarded to South Carolinians who…
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Magna International expands operations in Greenville County
December 4, 2024
Combined investment of approximately $200 million planned to create around 200 new jobs Today, the South Carolina Department of Commerce announced Magna International (Magna), a mobility technology company and one of the…
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Darren Angell brings Sports Law to Wyche’s Advisory & Counseling Practice
December 4, 2024
Wyche, a leading full-service law firm with offices across South Carolina, announced Darren Angell has joined the firm. Angell will focus his practice on sports law, working closely with Wyche’s education…
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City of Greenville uses state funds to accelerate road safety improvements
December 4, 2024
Thanks to a one-time matching program funded by state gas tax, Greenville will receive $7.5 million to make streets safer, bringing the total capital budget for a dozen projects to…
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Emergency bridge repairs to begin in early 2025
December 4, 2024
Two bridges damaged during Hurricane Helene will be part of an accelerated South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) replacement schedule. Engineering Director Clint Link said the state must complete the…
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Simpsonville woman writes book on faith and healing
December 4, 2024
A local woman has written her first book, Fearfully and Wonderfully Made– a true story of how she overcame trauma, rediscovered her faith, and began to heal herself. A Michigan…
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Major mixed-use development investment announced in Greenwood County
December 4, 2024
On December 3, Greenwood County Council approved economic development incentives for Olde Eight Development, a gravitational mixed-use project in Greenwood County. Led by Greenwood Land Holdings, LLC, the development will…
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Blount Memorial Hospital officially joins Prisma Health
December 4, 2024
The integration expands access to innovative care for East Tennessee communities Prisma Health announced the official integration of Blount Memorial Hospital, a 304-bed nonprofit community hospital in Maryville, Tenn., into…
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City uses state funds to accelerate road safety improvements
December 3, 2024
Thanks to a one-time matching program funded by state gas tax, Greenville will receive $7.5 million to make streets safer, bringing the total capital budget for a dozen projects to…
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Duke Energy celebrates Giving Tuesday with more than $300,000 in ‘surcee’ contributions to help fight hunger in South Carolina
December 3, 2024
More than 70 feeding programs received financial support as part of $500,000 monthlong campaign Surprise funding will help smaller agencies with senior mobile food programs, weekend backpack efforts, food pantries…
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United Bankshares, Inc. receives final regulatory approval for Piedmont Bancorp Acquisition
December 3, 2024
United Bankshares, Inc. (“United”) (NASDAQ: UBSI), the parent company of United Bank, announced it has received all requisite regulatory approvals for its proposed merger with Piedmont Bancorp, Inc. (“Piedmont”), the…
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AFL continues growth of Spartanburg County manufacturing operations
December 3, 2024
AFL, a manufacturer of fiber optic products and equipment, announced it is expanding its manufacturing operations across Spartanburg County. The company’s $155 million investment will create over 150 new jobs…
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Caliber Real Estate named a 2024 SC Best in Business Award winner
December 3, 2024
Caliber Real Estate secured Gold in the SC Best in Business Awards for Best Minority Owned Business. Caliber Real Estate is a development firm specializing in acquiring and developing multifamily…
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Greenville Center for Creative Arts welcomes Sara Grambach as new Development Director
December 2, 2024
Greenville Center for Creative Arts (GCCA), a vibrant hub for the visual arts and a cornerstone of Greenville’s cultural community, is proud to announce Sara Grambach as its new Development…
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GSP celebrates record-breaking year
December 2, 2024
Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport (GSP) is celebrating a new milestone in its history, surpassing its record for the highest number of passengers in a year. As of November 25, GSP has…
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Colliers Report: South Carolina Hospitality Market Updates
November 26, 2024
Hospitality Market Updates Download and Read Full Report Here About Colliers Colliers | South Carolina is the largest full-service commercial real estate firm in South Carolina with 66 licensed real…
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Carolina Handling named a RepVue Top Sales Organization for Fall 2024
November 26, 2024
Carolina Handling, one of the country’s leading integrated material handling solutions providers, has won five RepVue Reppy Awards, including top overall sales organization and top Greater Charlotte area company, for…
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The Cliffs announces two new corporate leadership positions
November 26, 2024
Karie Torroll, Chief Financial Officer and Steven Hedges, Director of Information Technology The Cliffs has announced two new hires in key roles within their corporate leadership team, Karie Torroll as…
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Caledonia Golf & Fish Club climbs Golf Magazine’s ‘Top 100 Courses You Can Play’ rankings
November 26, 2024
PAWLEYS ISLAND, SC – Caledonia Golf & Fish Club has risen to No. 76 on Golf Magazine’s biennial list of the “Top 100 Courses You Can Play,” moving up an…
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Spartanburg school leader named SC Elementary Principal of the Year
November 26, 2024
The South Carolina Association of School Administrators (SCASA) has named Dr. Marquice Clark the 2025 South Carolina Elementary Principal of the Year. Dr. Clark is principal of The Cleveland Academy…
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GTCHS ranks among Top High Schools in South Carolina
November 26, 2024
Greenville Technical Charter High School, a member of the South Carolina Public Charter School District, has been awarded an overall EXCELLENT rating for the 2023-2024 academic year! According to Niche,…
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Duke Energy follows support of Gratefull Greenville with $25,000 grant to help restaurant workers in need
November 26, 2024
Duke Energy was humbled to be the presenting sponsor of Gratefull Greenville, and overwhelmed by the community’s response to “come together to share a conversation and a meal.” More than 5,000…
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Furman Board of Trustees adds five new members
November 26, 2024
Two board members joined the ranks of trustees emeriti The Furman University Board of Trustees welcomed several new, returning and emeritus trustees during its Fall 2024 meeting. The board, which meets three…
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Clemson elevates status as a top research institution
November 26, 2024
Clemson University continues to post unparalleled increases in research activity. The institution carries a strong track record of growth as it aims to double research activity by 2035 as identified…
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Milliken & Company announces investment in Tidal Vision
November 25, 2024
Global diversified manufacturer Milliken & Company announced its investment and partnership with Tidal Vision, a global biomolecular technologies company unlocking the power of chitosan to develop scalable solutions for critical…
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2024-25 South Carolina Annual Educator Supply & Demand Report
November 25, 2024
The Center for Educator Recruitment, Retention, and Advancement (CERRA) has released its 2024-25 Annual Educator Supply and Demand Report. For the first time since 2019-20, districts reported a decrease in…
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Nieri Family donates $12.5 million to name state-of-the art Clemson Alumni and Visitors Center
November 25, 2024
Longtime University friends, Michael ’86 and Robyn Nieri HA ’20 along with their children and spouses Pennington ’15 and wife Katie ’15; daughter Maigan ’18 and husband Rob Lincks; son…
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OneSpartanburg, Inc. recognizes 2024 annual celebration awardees
November 25, 2024
At its 2024 Annual Celebration, Spartanburg In Motion, OneSpartanburg, Inc. celebrated a year’s worth of successes across Spartanburg County, as well as dedicated community leaders and exemplary local businesses. “Spartanburg is…
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Upstate Independent Medical Association and Integral Leaders in Health to strengthen support for patients and independent physicians in South Carolina
November 22, 2024
Integral Leaders in Health (ILH) and the Upstate Independent Medical Association (UIMA) have formed a strategic partnership designed to strengthen the growing community of independent physicians in the Upstate. Through…
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New apartment community affordable for Greenville seniors
November 22, 2024
The groundbreaking ceremony at Southpointe Senior Residences marked an exciting milestone in local efforts to increase and enhance the number of affordable housing options available to Greenville’s senior citizens. The…
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Local Greenville pacemaker Betty Farr to participate in Holiday Fair & Kringle Village event
November 22, 2024
Holiday Fair & Kringle Village, a uniquely elevated holiday experience created by the partnership of Greenville Convention Center’s Annual Holiday Fair and Rotary Club of Greenville’s Kringle Holiday Village, announced…
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Litwin receives inaugural Cull Research & Innovation Award
November 22, 2024
As a highlight of Prisma Health’s Education and Research Institute Showcase Awards, Dr. Alain Litwin was named the inaugural recipient of the David L. Cull MD Research & Innovation Award. The award is…
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