Construction nonprofit Home Works announces addition of two board members
April 1, 2022
South Carolina construction nonprofit Home Works of America announces the addition of two new members to its Board of Directors: -Rev. Jesse Black, Living Waters Christian Center -Rashaun Ford, Dominion…
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UofSC Moore School to host SEC entrepreneurial competition
April 1, 2022
The University of South Carolina Darla Moore School of Business is hosting the SEC Student Pitch Competition April 4 with the final round of student entrepreneurial presentations open to the…
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The Cassina Group offering mortgage services through IntroLend Service First
April 1, 2022
Innovation-driven real estate firm, The Cassina Group, has partnered with IntroLend to offer mortgages and refinances to their customers and clients. IntroLend Service First is licensed in both South Carolina…
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Greenville Triumph SC expands front office staff with four new hires
April 1, 2022
The Greenville Triumph SC announces four additions to its front office staff. The Triumph hired Kaley Humphrey as the Digital & Social Media Coordinator, Chandler Jarrell as Creative Content Producer,…
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UofSC Moore School to host SEC entrepreneurial competition
April 1, 2022The University of South Carolina Darla Moore School of Business is hosting the SEC Student Pitch Competition April 4 with the final round of student entrepreneurial presentations open to the…
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United Community Bank celebrates groundbreaking of new company headquarters
March 31, 2022
United Community Bank celebrated the groundbreaking of its new corporate headquarters in downtown Greenville yesterday with approximately 200 attendees, including South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster. During the ceremony, Gov. McMaster…
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3 College of Charleston Honors College students named Goldwater Scholars
March 31, 2022Three College of Charleston students have been named Goldwater Scholars for the 2022-23 academic year. The scholarship is a federally endowed award that encourages students to pursue careers in the…
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HabitNu selects Charleston for business expansion
March 31, 2022
The Charleston Digital Corridor (CDC) is pleased to announce that HabitNu, a Chicago, IL based company, has selected Charleston, SC for their business expansion. The company, which expects to hire…
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Blind Spots
March 31, 2022
By Jeff Becraft We all have blind spots. Years ago, I started cutting my own hair. And I cut it much shorter now – I get better gas mileage that…
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Sportsman Boats Manufacturing Inc. expanding operations in Dorchester County
March 31, 2022
$8 million investment to create 75 jobs Sportsman Boats Manufacturing Inc., a family-owned and -operated maker of saltwater fishing boats, today announced plans to expand its operations in Dorchester County.…
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Countybank Foundation donation supports Greer Elementary School students
March 31, 2022The Countybank Foundation, established in 1971 representing Countybank and Greenwood Capital, recently donated $2,500 to the Greer Centennial Lions Club, which the organization matched for a total contribution of $5,000.…
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From Savior to Survivor
March 31, 2022
By Tom Poland Four relics remind me of how things used to be: fire towers, windmills, chimneys, and silos. I’ve written about fire towers, windmills, and chimneys but never…
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Charitable Gifting with Appreciated Securities
March 31, 2022
By Anne Marie E. Ashworth, CFP® A charitable gift can be in the form of time, money, or in-kind donation. Whichever the case, the goal is to have the most…
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Grant from Richland County helps Irmo library go bird-friendly
March 31, 2022
A new project that balances wildlife preservation with art will make the area around Richland Library Ballentine safer for local and visiting birds. Thanks to grant funding from the Richland County…
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Food Truck Monday is Back – April 4th
March 31, 2022
Clinton’s first Food Truck Monday was a big hit. If you missed it you have another opportunity on Monday, April 4th. “I am excited to see food truck Monday another…
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Statewide Pickup Challenge “Grag A Bag SC” Launched in Laurens County
March 31, 2022
Despite the cold and damp weather, a large crowd gathered at the Laurens County Airport on Wednesday, March 30th for the statewide launch of the litter pick up campaign “Grab…
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Five Dorchester County representatives complete S.C. Economic Development Institute
March 31, 2022
Five representatives from Dorchester County completed the 2021 session of the South Carolina Economic Development Institute. The Institute, hosted by the South Carolina Economic Developers’ Association (SCEDA), offers four two-day…
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Lil Satchmo screening offers season seven preview of PBS’ Reel South
March 31, 2022
Public media partnership elevates southern voices Reel South announces 6 new acquisitions to premiere as part of the PBS series’ seventh broadcast season for national release. Viewers will have a…
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Tim Rankin joins Coldwell Banker Caine in Greenville
March 31, 2022
Coldwell Banker Caine recently welcomed Tim Rankin to its Greenville office as a residential agent. An Upstate native, Tim has lived in the area his entire life and has always…
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Duke Energy commits more than $400,000 in monthlong focus to support sustainability and environmental efforts in South Carolina
March 31, 2022
Duke Energy is kicking off a monthlong initiative to support organizations in South Carolina that promote sustainability and environmental efforts across the state. This campaign will provide nearly $400,000 to…
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U.S. News & World Report ranks MUSC No. 56 in Best Medical Schools: Research
March 31, 2022
Rankings place MUSC College of Medicine among elite institutions The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) College of Medicine has been recognized as one of the best research-focused medical schools…
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Top Country music artists to headline concert benefiting Berkeley Animal Center
March 31, 2022
May 12 at Credit One Stadium; Enter to Win Two FREE Tickets Top Country music artists Miranda Lambert and Little Big Town, with special guest The Cadillac Three, are partnering…
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City of Charleston offers special event parking garage rate for Cooper River Bridge Run participants
March 31, 2022
The City of Charleston will offer a special event flat parking rate of $5 for Cooper River Bridge Run participants at three downtown parking garages beginning at 5 p.m., Friday,…
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SCDOT employees to pick up roadside litter on March 30
March 31, 2022
Motorists are asked to use caution and be on the lookout for South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) employees today, Wednesday, March 30, 2022, during the agency’s “Spring Cleanup” litter…
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Keep the Midlands Beautiful Earth Day clean-up in the Booker Washington Heights Neighborhood
March 31, 2022On Saturday, April 23rd, the City of Columbia joins Keep the Midlands Beautiful for their Earth Day/Spotless Service Saturday clean-up in the Booker Washington Heights Neighborhood. The City of Columbia…
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RAMServe: Huge community effort to bring “Renewal Around the Midlands”
March 31, 2022
The community is coming together for an exciting day of service. The students of Columbia International University are joining with the students of Benedict College and Columbia College for RAMServe…
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South Carolina State Fair to hold Spring Fair Food Drive-Through Event
March 30, 2022
Back by popular demand, the nonprofit South Carolina State Fair is bringing back its COVID-19 friendly drive-through fair food event. Favorite fair foods will be available for purchase from 10…
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Steel voted Coolest Thing Made in SC
March 30, 2022
Products made at Nucor Steel in Berkeley County win Manufacturing Madness The Coolest Thing Made in SC is perhaps the hottest thing made in South Carolina. Steel, which reaches temperatures…
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Celebrate poetry with us!
March 30, 2022
Come celebrate poetry with us! Kershaw County high school students are invited to take part in a poetry competition! All participants will be invited to recite their poems at a…
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EIA data show that by 2020, U.S. households had more efficient lighting, larger TVs, and more refrigerators
March 30, 2022
U.S. households have been changing the types and number of electricity consuming devices used in homes, according to the latest data released from the 2020 Residential Energy Consumption Survey (RECS). The latest…
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Richland One expanding 3K programs to six sites in 2022-2023 school year
March 30, 2022
Starting early is essential in ensuring that children have the skills they need to be ready for school. As part of its school readiness initiatives, Richland One will expand its…
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Something Blue features diverse photographic interpretation of the concept of blue
March 30, 2022
PhotoSC presents Something Blue featuring the work of 15 local photographers interpreting of the concept ‘blue” in a photographic exhibition opening Thursday, April 7, 2022 at 6:00 p.m. in the…
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YWCA Greater Charleston announces new deputy director and women & youth programs director
March 30, 2022
This month YWCA Greater Charleston promoted Tori Burke-Koskela to deputy director and welcomed Chajuanna (“CJ”) Gathers as its women & youth programs director. Both roles are newly created positions. TORI…
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Mad Hatter’s Tea Party and Fashion Show in Clinton
March 30, 2022
Broad Street United Methodist Church will hold their annual fashion show on Saturday, April 2nd at 10:00 am. This years event is event is themed the “Mad Hatter’s Tea Party”…
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Devouring History One Sense, One Story at a Time
March 30, 2022
Sometimes, if storytelling is met with a blank stare, an oft-used phrase comes to mind: “Maybe you had to be there.” Piedmont Technical College (PTC) History Instructor Jordan Poss couldn’t…
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The Riviera announces upcoming concert with COLLECTIVE SOUL and Switchfoot
March 30, 2022
The Riviera, Charleston’s 1930s Art Deco theater, announced early access tickets are now on sale for its upcoming concert with COLLECTIVE SOUL and Switchfoot as part of their major co-headlining…
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TacMed Solutions™ donates supplies to Ukrainian war effort
March 30, 2022
In keeping with its mission to respond to global crises with life-saving medical supplies, technology, and personal protective gear, TacMed Solutions™ is spearheading several efforts to help those in need…
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Richland Two announces new director of the Center for Inquiry effective July 2022
March 30, 2022
On Wednesday, March 23, 2022, Richland Two administrators announced to employees and parents at the Center for Inquiry the promotion of Dr. Emily Whitecotton to the center’s new director effective…
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Concentrated Active Ingredients & Flavors establishing operations in Lexington County
March 30, 2022
$5 million investment will create 20 new jobs Concentrated Active Ingredients & Flavors, Inc. (CAIF), a supplier of innovative naturally sourced ingredients, today announced its plans to establish operations in Lexington…
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LS3P welcomes Samantha Fellmann
March 30, 2022
LS3P is pleased to welcome Samantha Fellmann, who joins the Columbia office team as an Interior Designer. Fellmann, a graduate of University of North Carolina Greensboro with a Bachelor of…
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DeWees Real Estate Group represents new Mexican restaurant in Irmo
March 30, 2022
A new Mexican restaurant is coming soon to Irmo, SC. Que! Bueno Mexican Bar & Grill will be located in the Publix-anchored Kennerly Crossing shopping center and is expected to…
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Smith receives national infantry award
March 30, 2022Decorated Marine rifleman (infantryman) receives high Army infantry honor By Chris Carter W. Thomas Smith Jr., a South Carolina-based military technical advisor and former U.S. Marine, received the prestigious Order…
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Charleston Allergy and Asthma refreshes practice with new brand and website
March 30, 2022
Charleston Allergy and Asthma, a Lowcountry leader in allergy relief, has announced several changes as part of its brand refresh initiative. The practice, which is locally owned and operated by…
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Laurens County 4-H Annual Banquet Recognizes 4-H Winners
March 30, 2022
On March 24th, 2022, the Laurens County 4-H Program held its annual 4-H Achievement Banquet for the 2020-2021 4-H year. 4-Hers, parents, volunteers, and community supporters gathered to share a…
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Main Street Bake Shoppe in Clinton is Hiring!
March 30, 2022
A staple in downtown Clinton, Main Street Bake Shoppe, is hiring! They have immediate openings for full-time and part-time bakery assistants in the Clinton Bake Shoppe location. Job duties for…
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State Credit Union groundbreaking
March 30, 2022
State Credit Union has partnered with the best of the best for construction of their brand new, 50,000 sq. ft., three-story building in downtown Columbia. The team of LCK, LLC.,…
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Trinity Partners represents Sorinex in acquiring a new manufacturing plant in Lexington County
March 30, 2022
Trinity Partners’ Macon Lovelace, SIOR, represented longtime client, Sorinex Exercise Equipment, in their purchase of a 97,000 SF industrial facility situated on 8.32 acres located at 120 Glassmaster Road in…
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Frampton Construction completes Old Dominion Freight Line service center in Columbia
March 30, 2022
Frampton Construction Company, LLC, a full-service construction firm providing planning and design support, preconstruction, and construction services, has finished work on a 63-door service center for Old Dominion Freight Line…
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TacMed Solutions™ donates supplies to Ukrainian war effort
March 30, 2022
In keeping with its mission to respond to global crises with life-saving medical supplies, technology, and personal protective gear, TacMed Solutions™ is spearheading several efforts to help those in need…
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Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Upstate selected as the FUEL for Good second quarter 2022 grant recipient
March 30, 2022
FUEL – a Greenville-based marketing agency offering a full suite of strategy, creative, branding, advertising, and PR services – is pleased to announce that it has selected Big Brothers Big…
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