Ways and Means Committee Begins Committee Work
January 12, 2016
House Budget writers start deliberations House Ways and Means Chairman Brian White (District 6-Anderson) released the following statement: “The Ways and Means Committee and its subcommittees have been meeting since…
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Complete Public Relations promotes two
January 12, 2016
Complete Public Relations promoted two employees this week – Kaitlyn Hudson and Sarah Moore – in its continued efforts to support its business partners. Moore, who joined the firm full…
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Alzheimer’s Association honors Campbell children & wife for advocacy in respite care
January 12, 2016
In the first full week of the New Year, the Alzheimer’s Association hosted the first of many “Brain New You” events being held across the state to promote brain health…
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Upstate Solar Tour Showcases Solar at Work
January 12, 2016
Upstate residents will have a chance to see and hear about the benefits of solar during a unique home tour that showcases how affordable and accessible solar can be for…
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Liquid Catering wins WeddingWire Couple’s Choice Award
January 12, 2016
Liquid Catering has received a WeddingWire Couple’s Choice Award 2016 for Catering in South Carolina. The esteemed annual awards program recognizes the top five percent of wedding professionals in the…
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Urban League of the Upstate to award $100,000 in scholarships at the Annual MLK Dreams in Action Scholarship Breakfast
January 11, 2016
Urban League of the Upstate, an affiliate of the National Urban League, announced that it will award eight scholarships totaling over $100,000 in to Upstate Youth at the Annual MLK Dream Scholarship…
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Coldwell Banker Commercial Caine Greenville and Spartanburg brokers represent local real estate transactions
January 11, 2016
Brokers from Coldwell Banker Commercial Caine’s Greenville and Spartanburg offices recently represented the following area real estate transactions for December of 2015: Sales Pete Brett, CCIM, represented Shelley Bauer, Trustee…
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Greenlink expands bike locker program
January 11, 2016
Greenlink has expanded its bike locker program by installing two new BikeLids at County Square. This addition brings Greenlink’s inventory to 10 lockers, with six located along Richardson Street outside…
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ArtWalk slated for Thursday, Jan. 21
January 11, 2016
Spartanburg’s monthly ArtWalk will be Thursday, Jan. 21, 5-9 p.m., and many of the local galleries and museums will have new or continuing exhibits for the public to see. ArtWalk,…
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The Woodlands continues tradition of giving this holiday season
January 11, 2016
The Woodlands at Furman is spreading Christmas cheer a little further this year by donating over $3,000 to Safe Harbor. This donation was made possible through the Woodland’s annual Festival…
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S.C. Arts Commission welcomes Ashley Kerns Brown as arts education director
January 11, 2016
Ashley Kerns Brown has joined the staff of the South Carolina Arts Commission as arts education program director. “Ashley joins us at a pivotal time for our future work in…
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Turner Padget boosts Insurance Litigation practice with addition of three attorneys
January 11, 2016
Turner Padget Graham & Laney, P.A. announces the further expansion of its Insurance Litigation practice with the addition of three attorneys: Greenville-based of counsel David L. Moore, and Charleston-based associates…
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Spartanburg County Foundation announces 2016 grant cycle
January 11, 2016
The Spartanburg County Foundation is excited to announce that in 2016 it will offer two responsive grant cycles. The Spring Cycle, now open, focuses on programmatic and general purpose grants…
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Avison Young Office Lease – 1296 Pendleton Street
January 11, 2016Avison Young commercial real estate is pleased to announce that Gordon Anderson represented the tenant, Tangible Intentions, in the lease of a 1,200 SF office space located at 1296 Pendleton…
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Collins & Lacy attorney selected as an honoree for the 2016 South Carolina Leadership in Law Awards
January 11, 2016
Collins & Lacy, P.C. announced that Christian Stegmaier has been chosen as a 2016 South Carolina Leadership in Law Award honoree. He will receive the award on March 10, 2016 at a…
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The Woodlands continues tradition of giving this holiday season
January 11, 2016
The Woodlands at Furman is spreading Christmas cheer a little further this year by donating over $3,000 to Safe Harbor. This donation was made possible through the Woodland’s annual Festival…
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S.C. Arts Commission welcomes Ashley Kerns Brown as arts education director
January 11, 2016
Ashley Kerns Brown has joined the staff of the South Carolina Arts Commission as arts education program director. “Ashley joins us at a pivotal time for our future work in…
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Spartanburg County Foundation announces 2016 grant cycle
January 11, 2016
The Spartanburg County Foundation is excited to announce that in 2016 it will offer two responsive grant cycles. The Spring Cycle, now open, focuses on programmatic and general purpose grants…
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Gov. Nikki Haley announces statewide domestic violence reforms
January 9, 2016
Governor Nikki Haley, members of the South Carolina Domestic Violence Task Force, and solicitors from around the state held a Statehouse press conference announcing the implementation of the first set…
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CRA issues call for nominations
January 9, 2016
Seeking Candidates for 2016 Board of Directors The CRA Board Development Committee is seeking recommendations for CRA Board nominees for the 2016-2019 board positions. The organization is seeking Board members…
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Wofford receives $75,000 grant to study academic civic engagement
January 9, 2016
Arthur Vining Davis Foundations provides funding Wofford College has been awarded a $75,000 planning grant from the Arthur Vining Davis Foundations to further its efforts to identify and advance…
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Anderson County flags lowered to half mast in honor of Senator Billy O’dell
January 7, 2016
Anderson County Council received news of the passing of Senator William “Billy” O’Dell. “It is with great sadness that we bid farewell to Senator O’Dell,” said County Council Chairman Tommy…
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Stringer resigns position at county to become executive director of Cancer Association of Anderson
January 7, 2016
Anderson County Communications Director Angela Stringer is leaving the County to assume the position of executive director of the Cancer Association of Anderson (CAA). “Angie has been an incredible asset…
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Foundation welcomes Booker as new Trustee
January 7, 2016
The Spartanburg County Foundation is pleased to announce the election of Sheryl Booker to the Board of Trustees for a term of seven years. Mrs. Booker received her Bachelor of…
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Foundation welcomes Booker as new Trustee
January 7, 2016
The Spartanburg County Foundation is pleased to announce the election of Sheryl Booker to the Board of Trustees for a term of seven years. Mrs. Booker received her Bachelor of…
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Furman University senior named to Forbes Magazine “30 under 30” in 2016
January 6, 2016When Chris Drose isn’t taking classes and finishing up his senior year at Furman University, he enjoys researching companies and trying to determine the true value of their stock prices. …
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Historical Association receives grant from The Arts Partnership
January 6, 2016
Spartanburg County Historical Association received a Community Grant in the amount of $1,000 from The Arts Partnership of Greater Spartanburg in April 2015. The funds were for professional development of…
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Dickie McCamey announces nine new shareholders for 2016
January 6, 2016
UPSTATE, SC – Pittsburgh-based law firm Dickie McCamey & Chilcote, P.C. DMC announces that the following associates have been elected Shareholders of the firm. Benjamin M. Basista – Pennsylvania Michael Flynn…
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Carolina Financial Corporation announces agreement to acquire Congaree Bancshares, Inc.
January 6, 2016
Carolina Financial Corporation (NASDAQ: CARO), the parent company of CresCom Bank, and Congaree Bancshares, Inc. (OTC Pink: CNRB), the parent company of Congaree State Bank, announced the signing of a…
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Liquid Catering and The Old Cigar Warehouse gave more than $30,000 in 2015
January 6, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – Liquid Catering and The Old Cigar Warehouse donated more than $30,000 in product and services along with 800 volunteer’s hours to Upstate agencies in 2016 — marking…
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Clemson economist sees positive signs for region in 2016
January 6, 2016
CLEMSON, SC — A robust employment environment and continued growth in the manufacturing, health, leisure and hospitality sectors have a Clemson University economics professor optimistic about the 2016 economic outlook for…
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SANDLAPPER Securities, LLC raises over $64 million in 2015
January 6, 2016
Full service independent broker dealer and distributor of alternative investments SANDLAPPER Securities, LLC (“Sandlapper”) ended 2015 on a record high. Sandlapper acted as dealer manager in 20 private placement securities…
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Governor Nikki Haley of South Carolina to deliver Republican Address following State of the Union
January 6, 2016
House Speaker Paul Ryan (R-WI) and Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) announced that Gov. Nikki Haley (R-SC) will deliver the Republican Address to the Nation following the State of…
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Liquid Catering and The Old Cigar Warehouse gave more than $30,000 in 2015
January 6, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – Liquid Catering and The Old Cigar Warehouse donated more than $30,000 in product and services along with 800 volunteer’s hours to Upstate agencies in 2016 — marking…
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Greenville’s Amy Allen Hinson named member at Nexsen Pruet
January 6, 2016
Amy Allen Hinson is a newly elected member (partner) at Nexsen Pruet as of January 1, 2016. Hinson is part of the Intellectual property team at the firm. She strategizes…
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Greenville’s Burl Williams named new member at Nexsen Pruet
January 6, 2016
Burl Williams has been elected as a new member (partner) at Nexsen Pruet. Williams is part of the firm’s Business Litigation team. He is experienced in the trial of a…
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Greenville’s Chris King named new member at Nexsen Pruet
January 6, 2016
Chris King has been elected as a member (partner) of Nexsen Pruet as of January 1, 2016. King is a part of the Financial Services practice group. He assists with…
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Greenville’s Rachael Anna named member at Nexsen Pruet
January 6, 2016
Rachael Anna has been elected as a member (partner) of Nexsen Pruet as of January 1, 2016. Anna practices with the firms Health Care team. She focuses on antitrust, complex…
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CresCom Bank names Joel Foster South End Market Executive and VP/Commercial Loan Officer
January 5, 2016
CresCom Bank has added Joel Foster, a well-known local commercial lending expert, to its team. Foster will assume the role of south end market executive, as well as vice president/commercial loan…
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Top S.C. college among all ranked institutions and list of liberal arts colleges
January 5, 2016
Wofford College has been named to Kiplinger’s Personal Finance’s list of the Top 300 Best College Values of 2016, coming in at #116 and ranking as the top South Carolina…
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Wendi Ruth joins Coldwell Banker Caine in Greenville
January 5, 2016
Coldwell Banker Caine recently welcomed Wendi Ruth as a residential sales agent to its Greenville office. Wendi joins Coldwell Banker Caine with a background in sales and management at TPM. …
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Spartanburg Water provides grant to SPACE
January 5, 2016
Spartanburg Water has provided a $10,000 grant to SPACE to support the implementation of a strategic plan to enhance water-based recreation. The grant provides funds for the implementation of the…
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Ferebee Lane + Co. adds two new hires
January 5, 2016
Ferebee Lane + Co., a Greenville-based brand strategy and communications agency, has hired Courtney Gibson and Josie Maszk as graphic designers. In their new roles, Gibson and Maszk will assist…
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Mashburn Construction Celebrates 40 Years in Business
January 5, 2016
COLUMBIA, SC – Mashburn Construction is celebrating their 40th anniversary in 2016. Established by Harry Mashburn as a construction company dedicated to protecting the interests of its clients; Mashburn now has…
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South Carolina REALTORS® release November market data
January 5, 2016
South Carolina REALTORS® (SCR) released its November 2015 real estate market reports, showing that residential real estate experienced the best year for that month since the recession. The year is…
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Construction in the Upstate – The Comeback Kid
January 5, 2016
By Keith Smith Everyone knows how hard the construction industry was hit by the economic downturn in 2008. Jobs were lost. Companies went bankrupt. Development stalled. It wasn’t just…
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Moore named to PaceSetters mentorship program
January 5, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – Complete Public Relations’ Associate Sarah Moore has been named to the 2016 PaceSetters program, which is an initiative of the Greenville Chamber of Commerce’s PULSE program. PaceSetters…
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Moore named to PaceSetters mentorship program
January 5, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – Complete Public Relations’ Associate Sarah Moore has been named to the 2016 PaceSetters program, which is an initiative of the Greenville Chamber of Commerce’s PULSE program. PaceSetters…
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Construction in the Upstate – The Comeback Kid
January 5, 2016
By Keith Smith Everyone knows how hard the construction industry was hit by the economic downturn in 2008. Jobs were lost. Companies went bankrupt. Development stalled. It wasn’t just…
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Mashburn Construction’s Greenville office has moved to downtown location
January 4, 2016
Mashburn Construction’s Greenville office has moved to their new Greenville office. The 18 E. North Street building is a renovation project the company took on in March. Formerly the Elks Lodge,…
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