SCEDA announces 2026–2027 Board of Directors
June 25, 2026
The South Carolina Economic Developers’ Association (SCEDA) announced its 2026-2027 Board of Directors, with new and returning members installed during the organization’s Annual Conference. Joining the Board of Directors for…
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Arts Center of Kershaw County receives $15,000 Duke Energy Foundation America250 Grant
June 24, 2026Funding Supports Revolutionary Series Exploring South Carolina’s Role in the American Revolution The Arts Center of Kershaw County has been awarded a $15,000 grant from the Duke Energy Foundation through…
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Fred Caldwell elected to serve as President of the South Carolina Automobile Dealers Association
June 24, 2026
H. Fred Caldwell, Jr. of Fred Caldwell Chevrolet, located in Clover, SC, has been elected President of the South Carolina Automobile Dealers Association (SCADA) for the 2026-2027 term. He was…
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Wilson, Stumbo and Simpson Win Republican Runoffs for Statewide Offices
June 24, 2026
South Carolina Republicans decided three statewide nominations in Tuesday’s primary runoff, sending Attorney General Alan Wilson to the November ballot for governor, advancing 8th Circuit Solicitor David Stumbo as the…
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Poole Wins District 4 Runoff for Laurens County Council
June 24, 2026
Jimmy Poole won the Republican nomination for the District 4 seat on Laurens County Council in Tuesday’s primary runoff election. A lifelong Laurens County resident, Poole defeated Lonnie Wilson 779…
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Charleston County Park and Recreation Commission acquires 94-acre property south of Awendaw
June 24, 2026
The Charleston County Park and Recreation Commission (CCPRC) recently acquired a nearly 94-acre property south of Awendaw for future development as a public park. The purchase of this property was…
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Breeze Airways adds Trenton, New Jersey to growing nonstop network from Charleston International Airport
June 24, 2026
Charleston International Airport (CHS) announced that Breeze Airways will expand its nonstop service roster with the addition of flights to Trenton, New Jersey, further strengthening travel options for Lowcountry residents…
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Presbyterian College School of Pharmacy to Host Free Health Fair at Vance Park
June 24, 2026
The Presbyterian College School of Pharmacy will host a free community health fair Thursday, June 25, at Vance Park in Clinton. The event runs from 4 to 7 p.m. Attendees…
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Laurens County 250 Committee to Host Carolina Day Commemoration June 28
June 24, 2026
The Laurens County 250 Committee will host Carolina Day in Laurens on Sunday, June 28, beginning at 3 p.m. at First Baptist Church of Laurens, 300 W. Main St., to…
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Fatherhood
June 24, 2026
By Jeff Becraft Years ago, a chaplain in a prison made an offer to those incarcerated that anyone who wanted to send a Mother’s Day card to their mom,…
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Laurens County School District 55 School Board Selects Dr. Rhett Harris as Interim Superintendent
June 24, 2026
The Laurens County School District 55 Board of Trustees met during the regularly scheduled June 22, 2026, School Board meeting, and announced Dr. John “Rhett” Harris as the selected Interim…
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Patriotic Pier Days to Celebrate America’s 250th Along Lake Greenwood
June 24, 2026
Connect Lake Greenwood will host Patriotic Pier Days from June 28 through July 7, inviting boaters and residents to tour patriotic displays along the shores of Lake Greenwood in honor…
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Lower Eastern Cherokee Nation to Open New Tribal Forest in Laurens County
June 24, 2026
The Lower Eastern Cherokee Nation of South Carolina will hold a ribbon-cutting ceremony Saturday in Gray Court for a new land conservation and cultural heritage project in Laurens County. The…
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Greenville Arena District selects Turner Construction to lead Bon Secours Wellness Arena project
June 24, 2026
Multi-phase project to prioritize participation of local contractors, subcontractors, and workforce The Greenville Arena District has selected Turner Construction as the construction manager for the Bon Secours Wellness Arena project…
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A Body Of Work
June 24, 2026
By Tom Poland A woman asked what made me the proudest of all I had written. It isn’t books. Maybe one. It’s not the films. It’s not the magazine…
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Fountain Inn City Council Convenes Special Meeting to Evaluate New State Municipal Tax Relief Act
June 24, 2026
The Fountain Inn City Council convened a special called meeting on Tuesday, June 23, 2026, to seek legal counsel regarding a newly enacted state law that could alter local tax…
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Mauldin Theatre Company Unveils ‘Pippin’ as Flagship Production for Landmark Tenth Season
June 24, 2026
The Mauldin Cultural Center has officially announced that the Mauldin Theatre Company will launch its highly anticipated tenth season, dubbed “Season X: The Tenth Act,” with a bold new production…
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Fountain Inn Unveils Lineup for Fourth of July Spectacular Celebrating America’s 250th Anniversary
June 24, 2026
The City of Fountain Inn has officially announced the details for its upcoming Independence Day celebration, kicking off the holiday week early with a family-focused community event. The Fountain Inn…
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From Backcountry Skirmishes to the Semiquincentennial: The Golden Strip’s Crucial Role in Shaping Early America
June 24, 2026
As cities across the nation gear up to honor America’s 250th anniversary, residents of Mauldin, Simpsonville, and Fountain Inn don’t have to look far to find the roots of the…
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LiLi & KoKo Boutique & Bubbles Launches Week-Long ‘Summer Punch Event’ Featuring Daily Retail and Drink Specials
June 24, 2026
Local boutique and social hub LiLi & KoKo Boutique & Bubbles has officially kicked off a week-long celebration to welcome the warm weather season. Dubbed the “Summer Punch Event,” the…
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Record-Breaking Crowds Expected to Hit the Road for Historic 4th of July Week
June 24, 2026
Despite facing higher costs at the pump, a record number of Americans are packing their bags and hitting the road to celebrate Independence Day and the nation’s milestone 250th anniversary.…
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Totally ’80s Tribute Band ‘Kids in America’ to Bring High-Energy Neon Nostalgia to Fountain Inn
June 24, 2026
Downtown Fountain Inn is preparing to travel back in time this summer as the popular “Sounds of Summer” concert series welcomes the powerhouse tribute band, Kids in America. The free,…
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Mauldin Police Department Set to Host Annual National Night Out at Cultural Center Amphitheater
June 24, 2026
The Mauldin Police Department has finalized plans for its upcoming community-building initiative, scheduling the local celebration of National Night Out for late summer. The annual public event is set to…
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Main Street Fountain Inn Honors Prisma Health as Presenting Sponsor for Successful Juneteenth Celebration
June 24, 2026
Main Street Fountain Inn has publicly expressed its gratitude to Prisma Health, highlighting the healthcare organization’s pivotal role as the presenting sponsor for the city’s recent Juneteenth Celebration. The partnership…
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Concealed Damage to Headline Fountain Inn’s ‘Sounds of Summer’ Concert Series This Friday
June 24, 2026
Downtown Fountain Inn will fill with the sounds of classic rock and roll this week as the city welcomes Greenville-based band Concealed Damage for the latest installment of its annual…
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Club Rewind Band to Bring Ultimate ’80s Tribute to Mauldin Cultural Center This Friday
June 24, 2026
Local music fans looking to kickstart their weekend with a heavy dose of nostalgia are reminded that Mauldin’s popular outdoor live music tradition returns this week. The Club Rewind Band…
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A Student Hid 7 Hearts in a Mural and the Wall He Painted Tells the Story of One of the Upstate’s Most Quietly Essential Nonprofits
June 24, 2026
Lucas Peterson, a senior at Brashier Middle College High School, spent months painting a large-scale mural inside CCS’s client waiting area as part of his school’s senior project. He’s an…
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Duke Energy Foundation Awards $15,000 Grant to Conestee Nature Preserve for ADA Trail Improvements
June 24, 2026
Conestee Nature Preserve is set to expand its outdoor accessibility thanks to a newly awarded grant aimed at improving trail infrastructure for visitors of all physical abilities. The Duke Energy…
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GE Vernova Park to Host Free World Cup Watch Party for USA vs. Türkiye Match
June 24, 2026
Soccer fans in the Upstate have a front-row seat to the global stage this week without leaving the area. GE Vernova Park, the multi-use stadium located at BridgeWay Station, is…
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The Mah Jongg Connection to open the area’s first dedicated Mah Jongg studio on July 6
June 24, 2026
The Mah Jongg Connection will officially open its doors on Monday, July 6, 2026, becoming the area’s first dedicated Mah Jongg studio and community gathering place. To celebrate the occasion,…
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U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Georgetown County and City of Georgetown to host public meeting on harbor dredging
June 24, 2026
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Charleston District, partner Georgetown County and the City of Georgetown will host a public meeting on Tuesday, June 30, 2026, to discuss upcoming maintenance…
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Serve your county: local boards, committees looking for volunteers
June 24, 2026
Richland County offers the public opportunities to stay active in their local government by serving on one of several volunteer boards and committees. To apply for an open position online,…
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Colliers Report: Charleston Multifamily Market Q1 2026
June 24, 2026
Colliers | South Carolina Market Report Charleston multifamily demand holds steady as growth pushes inland. Market Highlights Development activity is accelerating inland from Charleston, particularly across the North Charleston and…
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Colliers Report: Augusta-Aiken Industrial Market Q1 2026
June 24, 2026
Colliers | South Carolina Market Report Move-outs and speculative construction are increasing liquidity. Market Highlights Despite a Q1 leasing slowdown, the Augusta-Aiken market saw an increase in quality options for…
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Cohn Construction completes the expansion & renovation of First Baptist Church of Irmo
June 24, 2026
Cohn Construction has completed the expansion & renovation of First Baptist Church of Irmo, delivering a revitalized sanctuary & narthex addition designed to better serve the congregation and support future…
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Laurens County Council Passes Budget on Third Reading, Hears Hours of Public Input
June 24, 2026
Laurens County Council passed its general budget on a third reading vote during a special called meeting that included public hearings on both the general budget and the fire budget.…
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Laurens County SAFE Home Receives $25,100 Grant to Expand Legal Help for Domestic Violence Survivors
June 24, 2026
Laurens County SAFE Home has received a 25,100.00 grant from the South Carolina Bar Foundation to support its Legal Advocacy program. DawnMarie Ardelt , executive director of Laurens County SAFE…
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Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd team receives Local Counsel of the Year Award from New Civil Liberties Alliance
June 24, 2026
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. announced that shareholder Steve A. Matthews and associate Sarah Hodges recently received the “George Washington Award for Local Counsel of the Year” from the New Civil…
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Father and daughter honored together through Greenville Technical College’s ASPIRE Scholars Initiative
June 24, 2026While many students celebrate academic achievements with their families, Emma S. and her father, Josh S., had the opportunity to celebrate alongside one another. This spring, both were recognized through…
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SC Hunters for the Hungry Launches First All-Season Raffle to Fight Food Insecurity
June 24, 2026
SC Hunters for the Hungry is holding its first All-Season Raffle, a fundraiser that gives one winner a three-gun package while helping put venison on the tables of food-insecure families…
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McCrory Construction’s Chris Corbett earns national design-build credential
June 24, 2026
Chris Corbett, Senior Preconstruction Manager for McCrory Construction, has earned the prestigious Designated Design-Build Professional® (DBIA®) certification. This sought-after construction industry credential requires successful completion of the Design-Build Institute of…
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mRNA research highlights South Carolina’s growing role in life sciences innovation
June 24, 2026South Carolina’s life sciences sector is growing rapidly, and new advances in mRNA-based cancer research are drawing attention to the state’s expanding role in medical innovation. mRNA technology is now…
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Georgetown County Board of Education approves 2026–2027 budget
June 24, 2026
During a Special Called Board Meeting held Tuesday, June 23, 2026, the Georgetown County Board of Education approved the Georgetown County School District’s 2026–2027 General Fund Budget by a vote…
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Fountain Inn Police Department Earns Reaccreditation Through South Carolina Law Enforcement Accreditation Program
June 24, 2026
In June 2026, the City of Fountain Inn Police Department earned reaccreditation through the South Carolina Law Enforcement Accreditation (SCLEA) Program, reaffirming the department’s commitment to excellence, professionalism, accountability, and…
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Progress Continues at Historic Joanna Stadium as Hornets Prepare to Return Home
June 24, 2026
A ballpark once left overgrown and forgotten is steadily being transformed into a first-class baseball facility and community gathering place, as restoration work continues at Historic Joanna Stadium. The project,…
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Hobcaw Barony announces special semiquincentennial lecture: “The Most Dangerous Sentence Ever Written”
June 23, 2026
In celebration of the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, Hobcaw Barony will host a special “Lunch and Lecture” event on Thursday, July 9, 2026, from 12:00 pm to…
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Georgetown’s lost Spanish colony could have rewritten American history
June 23, 2026
By Mary Boyd In the history of Georgetown County, a story emerges that could have changed American history and changed the British dominance in the colonies and world affairs. In…
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Horizons receives $25,000 grant from Power:Ed to support summer learning for middle & high school girls
June 23, 2026
For a second year, Horizons at Ashley Hall (Horizons), received a $25,000 grant from Power:Ed, the philanthropy of SC Student Loan Corporation, to support programming at its middle and high…
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Berkeley County awards $1M in CDBG funds to local organizations
June 23, 2026
Berkeley County has awarded $1,015,276 in Community Development Block Grants (CDBG) to 10 local agencies and nonprofit organizations. County Council approved the recommended funding allocations at its meeting on Monday, June 22,…
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Sen. Tim Scott leads affordability hearing following historic bipartisan passage of the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act
June 23, 2026
WASHINGTON — Today, U.S. Senator Tim Scott (R-S.C.), Chairman of the Senate Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs, led a crucial committee hearing focused on practical, immediate strategies to…
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