Pet Safety Tips as Summer Heat Intensifies
June 15, 2022
The summer swelter is on and with that comes risks for people and pets. Pet owners are encouraged to remember to take special care of their pets during these very…
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Allyson Frame joins Colliers in Greenville as a Marketing Coordinator
June 15, 2022
Colliers | South Carolina announces that Allyson Frame has joined its Greenville office as a Marketing Coordinator. In her role, Frame will spearhead marketing efforts for the Greenville office, including…
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McCrory Construction promotes Seth Dunnagan to Project Manager
June 15, 2022
McCrory Construction announces the promotion of Seth Dunnagan to Project Manager. Over the past three years, Dunnagan has served in various project management roles for the firm’s Retail Division, managing…
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PC offers $60 million in scholarships to Palmetto Girls State participants
June 15, 2022
Presbyterian College’s kilt-clad president made a stunning and generous offer Tuesday to each of the 600 Palmetto Girls State delegates. Come to PC and receive a $ 25,000-a-year scholarship. President…
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Harvest Hope Food Bank welcomes summer interns
June 15, 2022
The new team members will join the organization’s hunger-relief efforts across the state Harvest Hope Food Bank welcomed six interns in their summer 2022 cohort. Brittany Myers and Jaylin Madison…
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Lexington District One promotes Derek W. Berry to Application Services Director
June 15, 2022
On Tuesday, June 14, 2022, the Lexington County School District One Board of Trustees approved the promotion of Derek W. Berry to application services director, effective July 1, 2022. Berry…
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Richland Library hosts three free summer break cafés
June 15, 2022
Free Summer Break Cafés open Monday-Friday, through August 12. Richland Library will host free summer break cafés at three locations from June 6 to August 12. A kick-off will event…
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City’s misting stations to operate during summer heat
June 15, 2022The City of Columbia will operate misting stations in several of the City’s parks to help guests stay cool on days when the heat index reaches 90 degrees or higher. Misting stations will operate from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., at the following locations: Misting Stations: Granby Park, 100 Catawba St. MLK Park, 2300 Greene St. Owens Field Park, 1351 Jim Hamilton Blvd. Riverfront Park, 312 Laurel…
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City of Columbia and Columbia Food Policy Committee launch new food access map
June 15, 2022The City of Columbia and the Columbia Food Policy Committee created a food access GIS (geographic information system) map that lists various sites to access healthy food for their whole…
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Lexington District One approves 2022–23 budget process
June 15, 2022
Following a public hearing held on June 14, 2022, the Lexington County School District One Board of Trustees approved the 2022–23 general fund operating budget of $325,808,206. The approved budget…
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ENGESER USA Corp. establishing first North American manufacturing operation in Dorchester County
June 15, 2022
$1.5 million investment to create 26 new jobs ENGESER USA Corp., a world leading cable specialist, today announced plans to establish operations in Dorchester County. The company’s $1.5 million investment…
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Denny’s joins “Pathways” program to support black franchise ownership
June 15, 2022
Today, Denny’s announced its commitment to the Pathways to Black Franchise Ownership program created by the Multicultural Foodservice & Hospitality Alliance (MFHA). Denny’s and MFHA have enjoyed a successful 25-year alliance and, as a…
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Aline Capital launches insurance division to expand commercial real estate service offerings
June 15, 2022
Southeast-based Aline Capital has launched a commercial insurance division, adding to its current service offerings in the commercial real estate sector. The division will focus on commercial property, general liability,…
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Chambers USA recognizes Wyche, P.A. as a 2022 Leading Law Firm
June 15, 2022
Chambers USA has recognized Wyche and 11 of its attorneys in the 2022 edition of Chambers USA: America’s Leading Lawyers for Business. The independent research conducted by Chambers and Partners…
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NAMIWalks Your Way Charleston Area (SC) brings community together to support mental health
June 15, 2022It’s a new day for mental health in America. More people are speaking openly about their mental health conditions than ever before, and the need for mental health services is…
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Donations to TigerImpact now tax-deductible
June 15, 2022
Clemson collective granted tax exemption status based on purpose-driven approach to NIL and charitable work TigerImpact, the purpose-driven NIL collective that compensates Clemson University student-athletes for engaging in charitable work…
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Peyton Bryant, Midlands real estate professional, joins Trinity Partners
June 15, 2022
Peyton Bryant, a respected commercial real estate professional with over a decade of experience in both lending and brokerage, recently joined Trinity Partners’ Columbia office as Partner and Director of…
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SC Manufacturers Alliance announces Andi Rawl as the SC Automotive Council Executive Director
June 15, 2022
The South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance (SCMA) has hired Andrea “Andi” Rawl as the Executive Director of the SC Automotive Council. “We are pleased to welcome Andi Rawl to the SCMA…
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Gehl Foods, LLC establishing operations in Colleton County
June 15, 2022
$46 million investment will create 106 new jobs Gehl Foods, LLC (Gehl Food & Beverage Companies), a leading food and beverage manufacturing company, today announced it has established operations in Colleton County.…
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BASF sponsors Grace’s Closet ‘Fore the Kids’ golf tournament
June 15, 2022
BASF’s site in Seneca served as a silver sponsor and participated in the Grace’s Closet annual ‘Fore the Kids’ Benefit Golf Tournament. BASF’s team took second place in the tournament.…
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Cayce Police Department announces statewide School Resource Officer awards
June 15, 2022The Cayce Police Department is excited to announce that the South Carolina Association of School Resource Officers (SCASRO) has selected two Cayce police officers as their 2022 award recipients. Additionally,…
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Greenville Tech offers free OB ultrasounds to the public
June 15, 2022
The Diagnostic Medical Sonography program at Greenville Technical College is now booking appointments for free OB ultrasounds at its clinic on the Barton Campus. These ultrasounds are performed by students…
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Gen. ‘Fig’ Newton will tell his impressive story of service in war and peace
June 15, 2022
Gen. Lloyd “Fig” Newton has a lot of fascinating stories to tell, having led a life of adventure and distinction serving his country. He is a retired U.S. Air Force…
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National Marketing Council honors Midlands Technical College
June 15, 2022
MTC only S.C. technical college to win top award for design and communication The National Council for Marketing & Public Relations (NCMPR) has recognized Midlands Technical College with its highest…
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The Midlands American Heart Association addresses high blood pressure in the Hispanic community
June 15, 2022
The American Heart Association, through a grant funded by TD Bank, worked with The Good Samaritan Clinic and South Carolina PASOS to implement a self-monitoring blood pressure initiative with pregnant…
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Midlands Technical College Quick Start
June 15, 2022
Midlands Technical College is hosting a Quick Start event on Saturday, June 25. Individuals will be able to meet with an admissions counselor, submit an MTC admissions application (for free),…
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Frampton Construction starts on Sunlake Business Center in Tampa
June 15, 2022
Frampton Construction Company, LLC, a full-service construction firm providing planning and design support, preconstruction, and construction services, has started work on Sunlake Business Center, a two-building industrial development in Tampa,…
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Mark Clary of McBee Avenue Wealth Advisors named 2022 Best-In-State Wealth Advisor by Forbes
June 15, 2022
The Greenville Northwestern Mutual office is pleased to announce that Mark Clary, CFP® of McBee Avenue Wealth Advisors, has been named a 2022 Best-In-State Wealth Advisor by Forbes. The prestigious…
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Clemson University awarded $3.2 million to contribute to development of blood tests for Alzheimer’s disease
June 15, 2022
Clemson University is seeking healthy older adults to volunteer for the Preventing Alzheimer’s with Cognitive Training (PACT) study. This landmark study examines whether computerized brain training exercises can reduce the…
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The City of Laurens Breaks Ground on New Splash Pad
June 15, 2022
The splash pad was one of the projects included in the penny sales tax referendum and is part of an effort to improve park facilities across the county. The City…
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PC’s Fifth Annual Giving Day Nets $316,323
June 14, 2022
Presbyterian College’s fifth annual Giving Day proves that the past continues to inspire the present and future.The 24-hour fundraising campaign on May 26 commemorated the day in May 1874 when…
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MUSC Shawn Jenkins Children’s Hospital achieves top rankings in annual U.S. News & World Report’s Best Children’s Hospitals
June 14, 2022
MUSC SJCH only children’s hospital in South Carolina to be ranked New rankings from U.S. News & World Report’s (USNWR) 2022-23 Best Children’s Hospitals survey place the MUSC Shawn Jenkins…
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Infinity Marketing wins five Telly Awards
June 14, 2022
Infinity Marketing, an integrated marketing agency in the Upstate, won five awards in the 2022 Telly Awards competition for video production projects. “We are thrilled to be recognized by the…
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SeamonWhiteside completes work on new Southern First Bank headquarters
June 14, 2022
SeamonWhiteside (SW+), a full-service land design firm with offices throughout the Carolinas, is proud to announce its completion of planning, civil engineering, and landscape architecture services for the brand new…
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Nutramax Laboratories expanding operations in Lancaster County
June 14, 2022
Nutramax Laboratories, an industry-leading manufacturer and marketer of nutritional supplement products for people and pets, today announced plans to expand operations in Lancaster County. The company’s $30 million investment will…
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“Celebrating Our Voices and Our Votes” Luncheon
June 13, 2022
The idea came from a conversation about Women’s History Month and how to encourage conversation and cooperation between all communities in Laurens County. The result was the Laurens County Women’s…
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A “Perfect’’ Visit from National Accreditor Puts PC’s Education Department in Elite Territory
June 13, 2022
Presbyterian College’s Education Department is in elite company after getting a perfect visit from the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation this spring.The department met all seven of the…
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Wrestling Coming to Clinton High School
June 13, 2022
Clinton High School recently announced they are adding wrestling to the array of sports offered to students. With the new sport comes a new coach. Andy Wright comes to CHS…
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LPD K9 Unit Receives Recertification
June 13, 2022
The Laurens Police Department announced Monday some great news out of their #K9Unit. The announcement was that all of their K9s and their handlers recently received their recertifications through the…
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Dr. Zach Rubin named Lander University’s 2022 Young Faculty Scholar
June 13, 2022
A Lander University faculty member who studies “intentional communities,” also known as communes, is the recipient of the 2022 Young Faculty Scholar Award. Dr. Zach Rubin, an assistant professor of…
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Robertson Allen recognized as No. 1 agent In South Carolina
June 13, 2022
Realtor Robertson Allen was recognized as the No. 1 agent in South Carolina by Real Trends as part of its 2022 list of top producers. Allen was named to its…
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Laurens Master Gardener Course Scheduled to Start August 16
June 13, 2022
The Clemson University Extension Service will be offering a Master Gardener Volunteer Training Course this Fall in Laurens County. The Program will be held once each week on Tuesday evenings…
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Laurens County Council Meeting – June 14
June 13, 2022
Laurens County Council will meet for a regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, June 14th. The meeting location is the old historic courthouse on the square in Laurens and starts at…
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The Brew – Chamber to Host Local Networking Session June 22
June 13, 2022
The Laurens County Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with Main Street Clinton, invites you to join us for next week’s meeting of The Brew. The meeting will take place on…
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Ribbon Cutting for A2 Exterminators
June 13, 2022
Wednesday, June 8th, the Laurens County Chamber of Commerce held a grand opening ribbon cutting celebration in the City of Laurens for A2 Exterminators. Chamber President/CEO, Amanda Munyan, and City…
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Lander nursing major brings heart health message to Miss South Carolina pageant
June 13, 2022
Anna Joy Hulsey will be bringing a bit of disco and funk to the 2022 Miss South Carolina Pageant with her clogging routine to the music, “Boogie Shoes,” by KC…
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District 55 Announces Principal Moves for 2022-23 School Year
June 13, 2022
Following a called meeting of the Laurens County School District 55 Board of Trustees on Monday, Superintendent Dr. Ameca Thomas announced the relocation of some school principals for the upcoming 2022-2023…
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Colliers | South Carolina hires Matthew Pollard as Senior Brokerage Associate in Columbia office
June 13, 2022
Colliers | South Carolina announced that Matthew Pollard has joined the firm as a Senior Brokerage Associate in its Columbia office. Pollard will focus on office and medical tenant representation…
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Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS welcomes Courtney Pack to the company’s Pelham Road Office
June 13, 2022
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS is pleased to announce that Courtney Pack has joined the company’s Pelham Road office as a sales associate. Courtney has worked over twenty…
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Chotty Trail spur connects Camden to the Palmetto Trail
June 13, 2022Namesake trail connector honors Mullikin family patriarch By W. Thomas Smith Jr. The Chotty Trail connecter, a 3.5-mile spur running from the east bank of the Wateree River through historic…
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