Coat and Cozies Drive – Helping Those in Need
November 2, 2022
We may not get much snow in South Carolina but winter temps do dip into the frigidly cold zone. For those really cold days, everyone needs to bundle up with…
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Friday Night Lights – Play Offs Round 1
November 2, 2022
Last week marked week 11 of high school football and the end of the regular season. Clinton Red Devils go into the playoffs this week undefeated . Here’s the lineup…
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Early Voting Continues Through Saturday November 5
November 2, 2022
Early voting in South Carolina began on Monday, October 24 and ends this Saturday, November 5. Mail absentee applications cannot be requested or accepted now but mail ballots will be…
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LCSO Trunk or Treat Serves Up Treats for Kids
November 1, 2022
The Laurens County Sheriff’s Office held their annual Trunk or Treat and judging the by the crowd it was a huge success. The weather held off and an estimated 1,000…
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PC Senior Jaraczewski Earns Big South Scholar-Athlete of the Year Honors
November 1, 2022
Senior Lili Jaraczewski was named the Big South Scholar-Athlete of the Year, as announced by the league office on Saturday following the Big South Championship hosted by Longwood. She became…
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Fountain Inn Chamber Announces Annual Christmas Parade
November 1, 2022
The Fountain Inn Chamber announces the Annual Fountain Inn Christmas Parade will be held on December 7th at 5:30 pm. Applications to participate in the Parade are due November 7,…
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Paveway Express expanding its Greenville site, adding new trucks
November 1, 2022
Paveway Express recently started an expansion of its Greenville facility at 10 Broadway Street. The fast-growing trucking company has cleared about an extra acre of land to expand its parking…
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Trey Martin named to AdvisorHub Fastest Growing Advisors to Watch
November 1, 2022
Trey Martin, AIF®, WMS, Managing Director and Senior Vice President, Investments, with Sage Capital Wealth Management of Raymond James, was among the Raymond James-affiliated advisors named to the AdvisorHub Fastest…
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The importance of community
November 1, 2022
By Jeff Becraft In the last month, we have had 3 different family members get covid… in Maryland, South Carolina, and New Jersey. And if you throw in a…
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AAF Midlands is hosting its annual Oyster Roast & Auction – Nov 17
November 1, 2022
The American Advertising Federation of the Midlands is hosting its annual Oyster Roast & Auction on Thursday, November 17th from 6-9pm at Swamp Cabbage Brewing Company. The Oyster Roast &…
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Middle school students prepare for 2022 Regional SC Bar Mock Trial competitions events to be held in Columbia, Georgetown and Lexington on Nov. 5
November 1, 2022
Twenty-eight middle schools from across the state will compete in the 22nd annual SC Bar Regional Middle School Mock Trial competition on from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 5.…
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Social Venture Partners raise $143,700 at nonprofit showcase
November 1, 2022
Transformational investments for six small yet powerful nonprofits. Social Venture Partners Charleston (SVP) raised a total of $143,700 at its Empower Charleston nonprofit showcase, held on October 27. The funds…
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PRESBYTERIAN COLLEGE, INDIANA UNIVERSITY LILLY FAMILY SCHOOL OF PHILANTHROPY PARTNER TO GIVE PC STUDENTS AND ALUMNI NEW GRADUATE DEGREE AND CERTIFICATE OPPORTUNITIES
November 1, 2022
A new partnership between the Indiana University Lilly Family School of Philanthropy at IUPUI and Presbyterian College will give PC graduates a special opportunity to pursue an education with the…
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Gov. Henry McMaster Requests Disaster Declaration for Hurricane Ian
November 1, 2022
Governor Henry McMaster today requested a Presidential Disaster Declaration to assist state and local recovery efforts following Hurricane Ian. This request comes after extensive damage assessments conducted by local officials,…
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The “Sesqui Series” Football made a short-lived debut in 1950s at Lander
November 1, 2022
Andy Griffith was a rising star in 1953 when he recorded the hit, “What It Was, Was Football.” The monologue featured the story of a naïve, young preacher who stumbles…
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IMCS Scientists awarded patent for enzyme engineering technology
November 1, 2022
Integrated Micro-Chromatography Systems, Inc. (IMCS), a leader in recombinant enzymes and micro-chromatography technologies, was awarded U.S. Patent No. 11,421,210 by the United States Patent Office. The patent, entitled “Chimeric and…
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Four CCSD schools awarded grants from Laura Bush Foundation
November 1, 2022Springfield Elementary School and Pepperhill Elementary School, along with Burke High School, and R.B. Stall High School were each awarded a $5,000 grant from the Laura Bush Foundation for America’s…
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VisionGreenwood’s Lakelands Emerging Technology Council to host the world’s first Artificial Intelligence High School Art Competition
November 1, 2022
VisionGreenwood, an established community partner dedicated to making Greenwood the best place in which to live, work and raise a family, has partnered with The Arts Center of Greenwood to…
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Inspire Agency CEO joins SCBIO Board of Directors
November 1, 2022
Inspire Agency announced that its President and CEO, Juliette Bogus, has joined the SCBIO Board of Directors, bringing her two-plus decades of healthcare, life sciences and medtech experience to South…
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Sustain SC celebrates second class of SLI Fellows
November 1, 2022
Sustain SC announced the 2022-2023 class of Sustainability Leadership Initiative (SLI) fellows. It’s the second SLI class since the program launched last year in partnership between Sustain SC and the…
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Babcock joins Richardson Thomas
November 1, 2022
Grace Babcock, a graduate of the University of South Carolina School of Law, has joined Richardson Thomas. She will practice personal injury including motor vehicle crashes, serious injuries, wrongful death,…
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SCRA announces new members and grant funding
November 1, 2022
Elevate Therapeutics, MacB IT Solutions, Sojourn MedTech, and 3Key Digital Marketing were accepted as South Carolina Research Authority Member Companies. Breadwinner and 3Key Digital Marketing received new grant funding. All…
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GSSM’s Alyssa Reiser Prince selected as Artist-in-Residence in British Columbia
November 1, 2022
Alyssa Reiser Prince, Visual Arts Coordinator and Instructor at the South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics (GSSM), has been selected as Artist-in-Residence for the Ou-telier Artist Residency on…
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The South Carolina Business Hall of Fame will induct three new Laureates in 2023
November 1, 20222023 inductees commitment to service, leadership, personal excellence In September, Junior Achievement of Greater South Carolina announced three new Laureates to be inducted to the South Carolina Business Hall…
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Southern Tide announces sponsorship deal with PGA TOUR rookie, Kevin Roy
November 1, 2022
Recent growth in the golf category leads to first PGA TOUR Ambassador GREENVILLE, SC – Southern Tide announced a new sponsorship deal with emerging PGA TOUR Rookie, Kevin Roy, as…
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South Carolina Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities Foundation elects new members to its Board of Directors
November 1, 2022The South Carolina Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities Foundation announced four new members elected to its board of directors. These new members will assist the foundation to achieve…
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Novel by Lander Alumnus Selected for Publication in Fall of 2023
October 31, 2022
Since his graduation from Lander University in 2015, Robert Maynor has made a point to keep in touch with his former professor, Dr. Andy Jameson, who teaches literature and creative…
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Touchdown Club Names Jay Martin of Clinton High as Player of the Week
October 31, 2022
The Laurens County Touchdown Club is proud to announce that for games played on October 28th, the Player of the week is senior offensive lineman and captain Jay Martin of…
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Non Profit Minute – Liz Shands and Andrea Payment, Clarity
October 31, 2022
The Who’s on the Move, Non Profit Minute is an interview in support of the amazing impact that local non profits have on our communities. We would like to thank…
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Community Foundation honors Elizabeth Davis with Education Transformation Award
October 31, 2022
The Community Foundation of Greenville has awarded Furman University President Elizabeth Davis the Education Transformation Award in recognition of her deep commitment to improving higher education and student experiences. “Elizabeth…
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MUSC Health and Siemens Healthineers partner in transformative remote scanning MRI service
October 31, 2022
The Medical University of South Carolina health system (MUSC Health) and Siemens Healthineers have taken another step in their strategic partnership to advance the quality of health care in South…
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College of Charleston and national columnist launch Speaker Series on Public Discourse and Civility
October 31, 2022
In today’s world where the loudest voices often drown out differing points of view and make productive debate difficult, civil discourse has become an oxymoron. The hard truth is that…
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Richland Two Education Foundation hosts Order of the Flame ceremony
October 31, 2022The Richland Two Education Foundation is hosting its fourth annual Order of the Flame Gala on Thursday, November 10 at 6 p.m. at the Richland Two Institute of Innovation Conference…
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Department of Defense awards district grant for innovative academic project
October 31, 2022
Richland School District Two is receiving a $2 million grant to implement the Premier Pathways for Student Success project in 24 schools. The Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) grant…
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Sisters of Charity Foundation of SC awards $837,000 in grants statewide
October 31, 2022
Nearly 30 nonprofits in the Midlands receive funding to reduce poverty in South Carolina The Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina has awarded grants totaling $837,000 to 100 nonprofit…
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Bilda Bike to open a second location in Park Circle
October 31, 2022
NAI Charleston announced that Whit Jones recently assisted Bilda Bike in securing their second retail location and warehouse for inventory in the thriving Park Circle community in North Charleston. The…
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Gas and Supply celebrates ribbon cutting in new location in Cayce
October 31, 2022
Hill Construction joined the owners of Gas and Supply with a ribbon- cutting ceremony performed by the Greater Cayce-West Columbia Chamber & Visitors Program to celebrate the store’s grand opening…
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SCORH’s Shannon Chambers wins national innovation award
October 31, 2022
Shannon Chambers, senior director of provider solutions at the South Carolina Office of Rural Health (SCORH), received the 2022 SORH Innovation Award from the National Organization of State Offices of…
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BASF Veterans group in Seneca wins national award for supporting local vets
October 31, 2022
BASF in Seneca was recently recognized for its strong support of area veterans and their families with the Hammer Award, a national honor distributed by Purple Heart Homes, which provides…
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Merry Market Holiday Craft Fair Returning to the Laurens County Museum
October 31, 2022
The Magnolia Room at the Laurens County Museum will come alive for the season on November 25 and 26 at the “Merry Market at the Museum” Holiday Craft Fair. Craft…
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CHS 2022 Turkey Trot Registration and Sponsorships Open Now
October 31, 2022
The Clinton High School Cross Country teams will host their annual Turkey Trot on Saturday, November 19, 2022, at Clinton High School. This is the 3rd year for the Turkey…
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LCSD 55 Releases 2021-2022 School Report Card Data
October 29, 2022
Laurens County School District 55 (LCSD 55) seeks to empower, inspire, educate, and inform students, staff, and stakeholders. In the efforts of continued transparency, LCSD 55 is sharing information on…
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LCSD 55 Embraced Read Aloud to a Child Week
October 29, 2022
Reading aloud supports literacy in classroom instruction. Reading aloud helps students develop early literacy skills, social skills, and life skills. It also supports the learning of students with significant cognitive…
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Present, Former Students Mix at Lander Homecoming Event
October 29, 2022
Lander University students belonging to the National Panhellenic Council (NPHC) mingle with older members during a meet and greet, one of numerous Lander homecoming activities. Alumni belonging to NPHC’s Zeta…
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Wreaths Across America expands to 11 cemeteries in Greenwood area
October 28, 2022
The second annual Wreaths Across America campaign is returning to the Lakelands for the 2022 holiday season and is expanding efforts to place wreaths on approximately 2,000 veterans’ graves. The…
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Greenville Center for Creative Arts promotes Ben Tarcson to Gallery Director
October 28, 2022
The Greenville Center for Creative Arts (GCCA) has promoted Ben Tarcson to the position of Gallery Director. As one of the longest-serving staff members at GCCA, Tarcson has played an…
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Converse University announces new 2022 – 2023 Board of Trustees
October 28, 2022
Converse University is pleased to welcome three new members to its esteemed Board of Trustees: Chris Cannon, Executive Chairman of Cannon Roofing Paul J. Coté of Spartanburg, SC, President/CEO at…
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Presidential transition at Columbia College: Dr. Tom Bogart announces summer departure after three years of service
October 28, 2022
Columbia College Board Chair Ben Rex has announced that President Bogart will leave at the end of the current academic year. Dr. William T. (Tom) Bogart informed the Board that…
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Lady Red Devils Tennis Falls to Chapman
October 28, 2022
A great season came to an end tonight for the Lady Red Devils Tennis Team with an exciting match against Chapman. The Lady Red Devils finished the post-season in the…
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City of Clinton to Hold Veterans Day Program – Public Invited
October 27, 2022
The city of Clinton will hold a Veterans Day program on Friday, November 11, 2022, at 1:00 pm. The program will be held at the train depot in downtown Clinton.…
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