Hemingway’s Pocket
July 17, 2024
By Tom Poland We give little thought to our pockets until one gets a hole in it. When it does, it becomes a liability. Well, what’s the history of…
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LS3P’s Columbia office celebrates 20 years
July 17, 2024
LS3P, an architecture, interiors, and planning firm, announced the Columbia office is celebrating their 20th anniversary. Columbia Office Leader and a Director on LS3P’s Board, Mary Beth Sims Branham, AIA…
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Fenecon to establish North American headquarters in Greenville with multi-million dollar manufacturing facility investment
July 17, 2024
Fenecon International GmbH, a German producer of energy storage systems, has announced its first North American manufacturing location and headquarters, to be established in Greenville, SC. The $3 million dollar…
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South Carolina Bankers Association announces 2024 Outstanding Young Bankers Award recipient
July 16, 2024
The South Carolina Bankers Association (SCBA) announced Rufus T. “Wells” Dunlap V as the recipient of the 2024 Outstanding Young Banker Award. Wells, who serves as Senior Vice President and…
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GJF’s Tessler honored
July 16, 2024
Courtney Tessler, the first CEO in the history of the Greenville Jewish Federation, has been honored by Greenville Business Magazine as an SC Women in Business honoree. The SC Women…
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GADC appoints Max Stewart as new CEO
July 16, 2024
The Greenville Area Development Corporation (GADC) is pleased to announce the appointment of Max Stewart as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective July 16, 2024. Stewart brings more than two…
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US News & World Report names Bon Secours Hospitals Best in Greenville metro area
July 16, 2024
Bon Secours St. Francis has been recognized as a 2024-2025 “Best Hospital” by the U.S. News & World Report. Together, the health system’s two hospital campuses – St. Francis Eastside…
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CUF welcomes three to board, announces chair and vice chair for 2024
July 15, 2024
The Clemson University Foundation (CUF) has announced the addition of three new directors to its board: Kimberly “Kim” O. Dennis, Ashley Johnson and Edmund Reese. Their appointments, each holding voting…
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Law firm commits to funding 150 law school test prep courses for Clemson students
July 15, 2024
A generous gift from a Clemson University alumnus’ law firm will pay for 150 law school admission test (LSAT) prep courses for students aspiring to enter the profession. The Loebsack…
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Kimberly Poole honored among 2024 Veteran Champions of the Year in Higher Education
July 15, 2024
Kimberly Poole, Ph.D., has been named as one of the 2024 Veteran Champions of the Year in Higher Education by the Military Friendly® program. The award recognizes individuals who passionately…
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Clemson launching new initiative to bring the power of STEM to S.C. schools
July 15, 2024
Through a new partnership with STEM Global Action, Clemson University’s Division of Community, Engagement, Belonging and Access, will launch the STEM South Carolina (STEM SC) initiative as part of the University’s mission to…
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VentureSouth invests over $5.5 million in early-stage companies in the Southeast during first half of 2024
July 15, 2024
VentureSouth, one of the top 10 angel groups in North America, is excited to announce investments totaling $5.5 million into 24 early-stage companies in the first half of 2024. In…
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Liberty Fellowship welcomes new CEO Tycely Williams
July 15, 2024
The Liberty Fellowship Board of Directors has selected Tycely Williams as the new CEO of the organization. Williams will begin her role on July 22, as the Fellowship continues to…
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529s – Not Just for Four-Year Schools
July 15, 2024
Whether it’s a quiet lane, a winding trail or a busy highway – the roads we travel are as unique and distinct as the people who travel them. The paths…
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Upcountry History Museum to host Quilts of Valor Display
July 15, 2024
Quilts to be Awarded to Local Veterans in Special Ceremonies on July 20 What began as one mother’s dream when her son was deployed in Iraq in 2003 is now…
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Tickets go on sale this week for GJFF’s SummerFest’s Call Me Dancer
July 15, 2024
Tickets for the South Carolina premier of the award-winning documentary Call Me Dancer as well as a dance workshop with the star of the film go on sale this week.…
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OSHA issues proposed workplace heat exposure standard
July 15, 2024
By David Dubberly Maynard Nexsen PC. On July 2, 2024, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) issued its proposed national heat standard, titled Heat Injury and Illness Prevention in…
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Presbyterian College launches center for inquiry, research, and scholarship
July 15, 2024
In 11th-century France, famed philosopher and logician Peter Abelard wrote that the first key to wisdom is “constant and frequent questioning … for by doubting we are led to question,…
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Construction begins on Holland Park Office Building
July 15, 2024
Project Details The Holland Park Office Building is a testament to the dynamic growth and development in Greenville. Designed by LMG Architects, the 7,000 SF building will serve as the…
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Randy Page joins Palmetto Family Council as Executive Vice President
July 15, 2024
Palmetto Family Council President Dr. Steve Pettit announced the addition of Randy Page to the organization as Executive Vice President. Page will begin to serve immediately. Prior to joining Palmetto…
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Local author and life coach, Karin Freeland, honored for business skills
July 14, 2024
Greenville Business Magazine has honored Karin Freeland with a 2024 SC Women in Business Award. The SC Women in Business Awards are for female entrepreneurs, executives, employees and the organizations…
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Joan Herlong earns SC Women in Business honor
July 14, 2024
Greenville Business Magazine has honored Joan Herlong with a 2024 SC Women in Business award. The SC Women in Business Awards are for female entrepreneurs, executives, employees and organizations they…
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Greenville Technical College seeks submissions for second annual LGBTQ+ History Month Art Exhibition
July 14, 2024
An October 2024 exhibition hosted by the Greenville Technical College (GTC) Libraries in celebration of LGBTQ+ History Month will feature work by LGBTQ+ visual artists from the college and the…
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Nine college students join Northwestern Mutual summer internship program
July 14, 2024
Northwestern Mutual, a leading financial services firm, selected nine college students to participate in the company’s nationally recognized summer internship program to work in its Upstate SC offices and gain…
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Upcountry History Museum completes survey of sites in Greenville County associated with the American Revolution
July 14, 2024
In a war remembered more for battles at Bunker Hill, Concord, Saratoga, and Yorktown, it was the events of the Southern Campaign that finally turned the tide for American independence.…
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Greenville’s newest luxury community Biltmore Walk breaks ground
July 14, 2024
Exclusive Residences Offer Unparalleled Access to County Square’s 40-Acre Mixed-Use Development Keene Group and Marchant Bateman & Co. of Blackstream Christie’s International Real Estate are thrilled to announce the groundbreaking…
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Hotel Hartness ranked No. 1 Resort in South Carolina in the Travel + Leisure World’s Best Awards
July 12, 2024
Hotel Hartness announced that the property has been ranked the no. 1 resort in South Carolina in the 2024 Travel + Leisure World’s Best Awards. The hotel also ranked no.…
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Greenville’s newest luxury community Biltmore Walk breaks ground
July 11, 2024Exclusive Residences Offer Unparalleled Access to County Square’s 40-Acre Mixed-Use Development Keene Group and Marchant Bateman & Co. of Blackstream Christie’s International Real Estate announced the groundbreaking of Biltmore Walk, an…
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The Summer Life Changed
July 11, 2024
By Tom Poland Why Do You Live Where You Do? April 18, 2024—Dickey Betts’s passing took me back to 1973, a very hard year for me. Betts and his…
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Greenville Pro Soccer deepens ownership group with addition of three industry veterans
July 11, 2024Greenville Pro Soccer announced the addition of three industry veterans to its ownership team. Rick Pennell, part-owner and president/CEO of Metromont Corporation; Wallace Cheves, founder of Skyboat Gaming; and Jim…
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Tips for a Sober Summer: Enjoy All the Upstate Has to Offer Without Compromising Your Sobriety
July 11, 2024
Summer can be a daunting time for those in recovery or even those simply looking to drink less. In a culture where activities are often planned around alcohol, it can…
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Colliers Greenville-Spartanburg Office Report: Flight to quality characterizes office market
July 11, 2024
Commercial Real Estate Research & Forecast Report Q2 2024 Greenville-Spartanburg Office Market Highlights Office performance was mixed in the second quarter, as expiring leases and evolving tenant preferences combined with…
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The YoPro releases in-depth report on benefits and wellness in the workplace
July 11, 2024
The YoPro Know, a leading consulting firm that helps companies create a future where all generations thrive, has released a new report showing the importance of work-life balance and other…
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Greenville Arena District embarks on 25-year master plan to reimagine its campus and envision future of Bon Secours Wellness Arena
July 11, 2024
The Greenville Arena District (GAD), owner and operator of Bon Secours Wellness Arena, announced that architecture firms LS3P, LMN, and Gensler Sports have been awarded the contract for master planning…
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Ponthieux’s Jewelry Design Studio moves to Aston’s McDaniel Village
July 11, 2024
23-year-old family owned and operated business expands services Ponthieux’s Jewelry Design Studio is pleased to announce it is relocating to an expanded 2,040-square-foot space at the nearby McDaniel Village shopping…
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Hughes Agency welcomes Eleanor Kneeland as Account Executive
July 11, 2024
Hughes Agency, a full-service public relations, marketing, advertising and event management firm, is pleased to announce the addition of Eleanor Kneeland as Account Executive. Kneeland is responsible for supporting event…
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CarolinaPower welcomes Ashley Michie as marketing manager
July 11, 2024
Greenville-based CarolinaPower, a leading employee-owned, regional electrical contractor with four offices in South Carolina, has hired Ashley Michie as Marketing Manager. Michie will lead company-wide marketing efforts, including brand management,…
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Melissa Woo joins Coldwell Banker Caine in Spartanburg
July 11, 2024
Coldwell Banker Caine recently welcomed Melissa Woo to its Spartanburg office as a residential agent. Melissa has lived in the Upstate since 2007 and favors its stunning scenery, warm Southern…
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Bon Secours launches new pharmacy programs to ensure patients’ ability to access much-needed medications
July 11, 2024
Bon Secours St. Francis is debuting a new Harness Health retail pharmacy at its downtown hospital this week, allowing the health system to also launch two new programs that will…
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Tri-County Technical College freezes in-county tuition for fifth year
July 11, 2024
The Tri-County Technical College Commission voted unanimously in April to freeze in-county tuition for a fifth consecutive year. The in-county tuition freeze applies to the 2024-2025 academic year. “The decision…
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Grant funding available for recreational trail safety and education programs
July 11, 2024
The South Carolina Department of Parks, Recreation & Tourism (SCPRT) is inviting interested eligible entities to submit pre-applications for educational grant funding assistance from the Recreational Trails Program (RTP). The deadline…
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JACKSON partners with Austin Hatcher Foundation to educate families and help support children with cancer
July 11, 2024
JACKSON has entered a partnership with The Austin Hatcher Foundation for Pediatric Cancer to help educate families on the lifetime effects of childhood cancer and grow awareness of the free…
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Carolina Handling presents 2024 Veteran Employment & Transition Summit
July 11, 2024
As part of its ongoing commitment to veteran-friendly employment, Carolina Handling will present the 2024 Veteran Employment & Transition (VET) Summit to be held September 13 in Greer, South Carolina.…
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CPI for all items falls 0.1 percent in June; gasoline down
July 11, 2024
The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) declined 0.1 percent on a seasonally adjusted basis, after being unchanged in May, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported today.…
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SCbio welcomes Paige Durham as Communications Coordinator
July 11, 2024
SCbio welcomed Paige Durham to the team as Communications Coordinator to creatively and effectively communicate the value of the life science association’s programs and initiatives. Durham will be responsible for…
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YMCA of Greenville announces President and CEO Scot Baddley’s upcoming retirement and successor appointment
July 11, 2024
After more than 20 years leading one of the largest health and human services organizations in Greenville County, YMCA of Greenville’s President and CEO Scot Baddley will be retiring at…
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Find Great People moving headquarters to downtown Greenville
July 10, 2024
Find Great People (FGP) announced that the Greenville-based recruiting and HR consulting firm will relocate its headquarters to the former Greenville News building within the Camperdown Plaza in downtown Greenville.…
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SCRA opens new Greenville office
July 10, 2024
South Carolina Research Authority recently held a ribbon-cutting and open house to celebrate its new office. Its Upstate region staff is now located in the heart of Downtown Greenville, where…
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USC ranked one of top patent-producing universities in the world
July 10, 2024
USC is the top patent-producing university in the state and one of the top 50 nationally in the latest National Academy of Inventors report The University of South Carolina system…
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WGU adds AJ Jackson as strategic partnerships manager
July 10, 2024
Education leader to help build partnerships and grow enrollment Online nonprofit Western Governors University (WGU) has announced that Anthony “AJ” Jackson has been named as a strategic partnerships manager. In this role, Jackson…
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