Dorchester County’s 2022 Hurricane Preparedness Expo at Ashley River Park
June 2, 2022
Join the Dorchester County Emergency Management Department on Saturday, June 4, 2022, from 10am to 1pm for the 9th Annual Hurricane Preparedness Expo. The event will be held at the…
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MUSC junior researcher earns state recognition for excellence in scientific research
June 2, 2022
Julianne Flanagan, Ph.D., awarded 2022 SC Governor’s Young Scientist Award for Excellence in Scientific Research Gov. Henry McMaster recognized Julianne Flanagan, Ph.D., for her extraordinary scientific contributions to psychiatry and…
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“By The River” receives Communicator Award
June 2, 2022
Season 4 recognized with Award of Distinction South Carolina ETV (SCETV) today announced that Season 4 of its weekly, 30-minute, literature-focused series, By The River, received an Award of Distinction…
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Origin SC to host First Annual Spring Fundraiser Event
June 2, 2022
Origin SC to host First Annual Spring Fundraiser Event to Raise Funds for Victims of Crime at Freehouse Brewery Origin is hosting a Spring raffle fundraiser at Freehouse Brewery on Saturday, June 4th…
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Richland Library hosts Open Book by Mary How
June 2, 2022
AiR Mary How will Present Artwork Created During Her Spring Residency Richland Library’s Main location (1431 Assembly Street) welcomes Open Book by Mary How, a mandala-themed gallery exhibition. Artist and…
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Experience Columbia launches Digital Pimento Cheese Passport
June 2, 2022
Today, two days prior to National Cheese Day on June 4, Experience Columbia SC will be re-launching it’s highly-successful Pimento Cheese Passport. The refreshed passport features 17 dishes highlighting the…
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Lexington District One promotes two educators to PES assistant principal
June 2, 2022
On Tuesday, May 31, 2022, the Lexington County School District One Board of Trustees approved the promotion of two educators to the position of Pelion Elementary School assistant principal —…
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Richland One seeking public input on redrawing school board single-member election districts
June 2, 2022
Richland One is redrawing the boundary lines for the school board’s four single-member election districts. The proposed changes will not affect attendance zone boundaries for any school within Richland One.…
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CLIMB Fund announces first hire in Midlands
June 2, 2022
The CLIMB Fund, a not-for-profit Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) which has served the Lowcountry of South Carolina for over 40 years, announced its first Columbia based employee today. The…
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Infinity Marketing welcomes six summer interns
June 2, 2022Infinity Marketing, a fully integrated marketing agency in the Upstate, is pleased to have six interns for the summer semester. Returning to Infinity, Brooke Ruhoff joins for a second semester…
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Richland One’s Columbia High receives National Showcase Schools award
June 2, 2022
Columbia High School is one of only eight schools in South Carolina to receive the 2021-2022 Capturing Kids’ Hearts National Showcase Schools award. The designation is given annually to schools…
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City of Columbia to offer COVID-19 vaccinations and testing at city parks
June 2, 2022
The City of Columbia is partnering with SC DHEC to offer COVID-19 vaccinations and tests at city operated parks around Columbia. SC DHEC will be handing out self-administering tests kits…
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James Owens appointed Countybank BSA Officer
June 2, 2022
Countybank announced that James Owens has been appointed Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) Officer by the Countybank Board of Directors overseeing both the BSA and Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC)…
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BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina Foundation awards grant to support nursing pilot program
June 2, 2022
The BlueCross® BlueShield® of South Carolina Foundation continues to invest in nursing education at the University of South Carolina (UofSC) College of Nursing. A grant from the Foundation will enable…
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South Carolina ETV wins 19 Telly awards
June 2, 2022
Shows and programs take gold, silver and bronze recognition in various categories South Carolina ETV (SCETV) received a total of 19 Telly awards when the list of winners was released.…
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Santee Cooper now accepting applications for its EVolve Electric Vehicle Grant Program
June 2, 2022
Santee Cooper is now accepting applications for its new EVolve Electric Vehicle Commercial Grant Program. The program is available to Santee Cooper commercial customers and will offer grants of up…
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Greenwood Capital expand retirement solutions, recognize W. Coxe and D. Lollis for achieving retirement credentials
June 2, 2022
Greenwood Capital announces the expansion of its group and individual retirement plan/account solutions utilizing proprietary unified managed account (“UMA”) models, enabling plan participants/clients to customize their retirement accounts for their…
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South Carolina Film Commission and the University of South Carolina partner on a film project to help expand the state’s production industry
June 2, 2022
In an effort to continue growing South Carolina’s film industry, the South Carolina Film Commission is pleased to announce a new partnership with the University of South Carolina (UofSC). The…
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West Columbia Beautification Foundation hosts 6th Annual Taste on the River
June 2, 2022
The West Columbia Beautification Foundation’s 6th Annual Taste on the River is Tuesday, June 14, 2022, from 5:30 PM – 9:00 PM, at Stone River, 121 Alexander Road, West Columbia,…
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New office development coming soon to Blue House Road
June 2, 2022
NAI Charleston facilitated the sale of a ±1.92 AC site on Blue House Road just off I-26 and part of the Ingleside Development in North Charleston. The lot was sold…
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Sorinex Exercise Equipment, Inc. expanding operations in Lexington County, SC
June 2, 2022
$7 Million investment to create 35 jobs Sorinex Exercise Equipment, Inc., a family-owned strength training equipment company, today announced plans to expand operations in Lexington County. The company’s $7 Million…
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Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS welcomes Sherry Pelletier to the Company’s Pelham Road Office
June 2, 2022
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announced that Sherry Pelletier has joined the company’s Pelham Road office as a sales associate. Sherry grew up in Greenville and has proudly…
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Trustus Theatre presents First Date the Musical
June 1, 2022
The perfect date night show comes to Trustus Theatre this summer. First Date, Broadway’s musical comedy, opens on the Thigpen Main Stage on Friday, June 17th and runs through July…
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Mueller named partner at Burnette Shutt & McDaniel, PA
June 1, 2022
A family law attorney with more than a decade’s experience, Amanda S. “Mandy” Mueller has become the newest partner at Burnette Shutt & McDaniel, PA. A skilled litigator, Mueller’s multi-faceted…
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Harvest Hope Food Bank has an urgent need for volunteers
June 1, 2022
Harvest Hope Food Bank is in urgent need of volunteers to complete the packing of boxes for our Senior Program. Harvest Hope sends out over 3,400 senior boxes monthly and…
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Grant funding for Greenville Technical College’s Upward Bound Program renewed
June 1, 2022
A grant from the U.S. Department of Education funding the Upward Bound program at Greenville Technical College (GTC) has been renewed for a five-year period. GTC will receive $1.5 million…
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IMPH releases recommendations for S.C.’s Direct Care Workforce in long-term care settings
June 1, 2022
The South Carolina Institute of Medicine and Public Health (IMPH) has released a new report that surveys the challenges associated with direct care worker recruitment and retention throughout South Carolina.…
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International African American Museum announces opening date
June 1, 2022
Charleston, S.C. – After over 20 years of planning, the International African American Museum (IAAM) has announced that the museum will be welcoming visitors for opening the weekend of January 21,…
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Waccamaw Community Foundation grant allows for purchase of vital hurricane preparedness items
June 1, 2022
The Waccamaw Community Foundation, the Waccamaw region’s leading philanthropic organization, has granted funds for blue disaster relief tarps and microporous breathable suits to Habitat for Humanity in Horry and Georgetown…
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Webinar to help employers attract and retain workers
May 31, 2022
Merit pay for Upstate workers has risen 5.6 percent over the past 12 months but with inflation rising 8.6 percent over the same period, workers are not inclined to celebrate.…
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Makeready appoints Tim Morton as Executive Chef of their newest experience, The Ryder Hotel
May 31, 2022
Executive Chef, Tim Morton Will Direct all Creative Culinary for both The Ryder Hotel and Emeline Makeready, the hospitality company that concepts, manages and operates a diverse collection of brands,…
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Purple Haze: A Conservation Film screening at Charleston Terrace Theatre
May 31, 2022Zach Steinhauser will be partnering with the Charleston Audubon Society for a screening of Purple Haze: A Conservation Film, his documentary on one of the many wonders of South Carolina,…
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Colliers | South Carolina brokers receive global recognition from Society of Industrial and Office Realtors® (SIOR) for top industrial transactions in 2021
May 31, 2022
Greenville-Spartanburg, Charleston, SC – Colliers brokers in Greenville-Spartanburg and Charleston, SC were recently honored by the prestigious Society of Industrial and Office Realtors® (SIOR) for top industrial transactions in 2021.…
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South Carolina Bar recognizes 2022 Annual Award recipients
May 31, 2022
Five South Carolina attorneys and one law firm were recently recognized by the South Carolina Bar for their outstanding contributions to the legal profession in South Carolina. The recognitions took…
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U.S. Bankruptcy Judge John E. Waites receives Order of the Palmetto Award
May 31, 2022
On May 19, 2022, United States Bankruptcy Judge John E. Waites, District of South Carolina, received from Henry Dargan McMaster, the Governor of South Carolina, the highest award given to…
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South Carolinians can expect a ‘flightmare’ of airport delays, starting on May 30th, warns travel expert
May 31, 2022Memorial Day Mayhem: South Carolina travelers can expect a ‘flightmare’ of airport delays starting on May 30th, warns travel expert. With Memorial Day quickly approaching, so is the unofficial start of…
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Pride Link and The Community Tap to host Second Annual Community Pride Fair
May 31, 2022
Fair to Highlight Pride Month & Raising Money for Pride Link Give OUT Day Campaign Pride Link, a community-based nonprofit working to improve the quality of life for all LGBTQ+…
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ElevatED4SC video podcast challenges business leaders to see education differently
May 31, 2022
The final episode of the ElevatED4SC video podcast’s first season looks at real-life solutions reflecting hope for South Carolina education through the eyes of a successful business leader. This episode…
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International artists to visit Jazz Combo Camp
May 31, 2022
Jazz Combo Camp Charleston Jazz Academy June 6-10, 2022 | June 13-17, 2022 9AM-3PM Grades 7-12 $210 Register: CharlestonJazz.com The award-winning Charleston Jazz Academy is offering youth grades 7-12 the…
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Women-led early stage VC fund Good Growth Capital announces over-subscribed third fund
May 31, 2022
Good Growth Capital will deploy pre-seed through Series B funding to companies disrupting health tech, green tech and other sectors. Good Growth Capital has announced the successful raise of its…
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School District Five announces new principal for Oak Pointe Elementary School
May 31, 2022
Veteran educator Linard McCloud has been named the new principal of Oak Pointe Elementary School. McCloud currently serves as assistant principal at Dutch Fork High School. McCloud replaces Kristie Smith…
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Seasoned journalist joins NP Strategy
May 31, 2022
Expands Charleston, SC Office and Supports 30-Person Team NP Strategy (NPS+), a strategic communications firm providing crisis, media and public relations assistance, has grown the dynamic team with the addition of Abigail…
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Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS welcomes Mekel Waldrop to the Company’s Anderson Office
May 31, 2022
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS is pleased to announce that Mekel Waldrop has joined the company’s Anderson office as a sales associate. Mekel Waldrop is an experienced real…
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SeamonWhiteside offers actionable strategies to recruit top talent and build a strong workforce
May 31, 2022
SeamonWhiteside (SW+), a full-service site design firm throughout the Carolinas, offers hiring strategies for companies to build a strong workforce successfully. These actionable tips aim to create an efficient and…
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Take a bite out of hunger and save on Zoo admission during Toucan Tuesdays
May 31, 2022
Community Partnership Benefitting Harvest Hope Food Bank Returns June 14 Riverbanks Zoo and Garden is excited to partner with Harvest Hope Food Bank for the return of Toucan Tuesdays. Beginning…
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Lawrence promoted to SCSBA General Counsel
May 31, 2022
Stephanie N. Lawrence, who currently serves as the Director of Policy and Legal Services with the South Carolina School Boards Association (SCSBA) has been promoted to General Counsel and Director…
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Clemson program earns ‘A+’ ranking for preparing elementary math teachers
May 31, 2022
Nothing is better on a report card than an “A+,” which is just the grade that Clemson’s elementary math education program has received on the national stage. The Clemson University…
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Quitchet to become GGAR’s search app portal and one of its two schedulers
May 31, 2022
Quitchet is now the official App and search portal for The Greater Greenville Association of Realtors, while also becoming a new communication tool for the organization’s members, representing more than…
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$2 million gift endows Clemson University Wood Utilization + Design Institute directorship
May 31, 2022
Micky and Amy Scott have gifted $2 million to the Clemson University Wood Utilization + Design Institute to endow the institute’s directorship. The Patricia “Pat” Layton Endowed Directorship is named in honor…
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Clemson-led research teams launch rockets into aurora borealis to study energy exchange
May 31, 2022
As the Northern Lights danced over Poker Flat Research Range near Fairbanks, Alaska, early one morning in April, a team of researchers led by Clemson University assistant professor of physics Stephen Kaeppler launched a…
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