The SC Institute of Medicine and Public Health receives funding from The Duke Endowment and Sisters of Charity Foundation
June 22, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – The South Carolina Institute of Medicine and Public Health has received $230,000 in combined funding from The Duke Endowment and Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina…
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Delta Dental’s Land of Smiles Characters Motivate Students in the Upstate to Adopt Healthy Oral and Overall Habits
June 22, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – A battle was waged in South Carolina this spring with the health of our children’s teeth at stake. Delta Dental of South Carolina brought in its Land…
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Rhino Concessions brings on summer interns
June 22, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Rhino Concessions, a food service provider for several Greenville County parks and sister company to FunnelDelicious, has brought on two marketing interns for the summer. Allie Buckelew,…
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WORLD Magazine names Book of the Year Winners
June 22, 2015ASHEVILLE, NC – Every summer since 1999, WORLD’s editors have dedicated an issue of WORLD Magazine to books, authors, and trends in the publishing industry. To be eligible for consideration for…
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Rebuild Upstate joins with national Bike & Build program on Greenville project
June 22, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Rebuild Upstate recently completed a handicapped ramp for an Upstate family through the help of the national bicycle advocacy group, Bike & Build. The home that Bike…
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Construction Employment Increases in 40 States and D.C. During the Past Year as 28 States and D.C. Add Construction Jobs Between April and May
June 20, 2015
California and Idaho Have Largest 12-Month Gains, West Virginia and Ohio Have Biggest Declines for the Year; Northeastern States Top Monthly Ranking While Energy-Producing States Experienced Monthly Job Losses …
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DHEC Awards Clemson Downs Retirement Community Certificate of Need for New Skilled Nursing Unit
June 18, 2015
With certification granted, Clemson Downs begins opening new addition to residents. GREENVILLE, SC – As the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control has awarded Clemson Downs Retirement…
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NBSC Names Sease to Local Advisory Board
June 18, 2015
ANDERSON, SC – NBSC, a division of Synovus Bank, announced the appointment of Steven A. Sease to its Anderson Advisory Board. “We are pleased to have Steve join our board. As…
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NBSC Names Mowlajko to Local Advisory Board
June 18, 2015
ANDERSON, SC – NBSC, a division of Synovus Bank, announced the appointment of Patti Phillips Mowlajko to its Anderson Advisory Board. A native of Anderson, Mowlajko is owner and manager of…
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NBSC Names Jewell to Local Advisory Board
June 18, 2015
ANDERSON, SC – NBSC, a division of Synovus Bank, announced the appointment of Darryl Jewell to its Anderson Advisory Board. “We are pleased to welcome Darryl to our board. His experience…
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Lake Hartwell Named Among The 100 Best Bass Lakes In America By B.A.S.S.
June 18, 2015
First Time Distinction for Lake Hartwell ANDERSON, SC – In the newly released July/August issue of Bassmaster Magazine, B.A.S.S. named Lake Hartwell among the 100 Best Bass Lakes in…
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Timmer Offered Job Following Completion of BMW Scholars Program
June 18, 2015
GREER, SC – Ryan Timmer, a 2015 Tri-County Technical College Mechatronics graduate, was among the BMW Scholars offered full-time employment following a graduation ceremony held June 11 at the company’s…
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Statement from Mayor Knox White on Charleston Shooting
June 18, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Statement from Mayor Knox White: “My fellow City Council members, and the entire City of Greenville, join me in extending heartfelt thoughts and prayers to the families…
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Ten manufacturing associates earn national credentials through the National Institute for Metalworking Skills
June 18, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Ten area manufacturing associates have earned national credentials through the National Institute for Metalworking Skills (NIMS). In addition they earned a CNC Operator (metalworking skills) certificate through…
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Statement From Gov. Nikki Haley
June 18, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – Governor Nikki Haley released the following statement: “Michael, Rena, Nalin and I are praying for the victims and families touched by tonight’s senseless tragedy at Emanuel AME Church.…
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Statement From Gov. Nikki Haley
June 18, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – Governor Nikki Haley released the following statement: “Michael, Rena, Nalin and I are praying for the victims and families touched by tonight’s senseless tragedy at Emanuel AME Church.…
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Graham Statement on Charleston Shooting
June 18, 2015
CHARLETSON, SC – U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) today made the following statement on the horrific shooting at Emanuel African Methodist Episcopal (AME) Church in Charleston. “Our prayers are with…
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Graham Statement on Charleston Shooting
June 18, 2015
CHARLETSON, SC – U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) today made the following statement on the horrific shooting at Emanuel African Methodist Episcopal (AME) Church in Charleston. “Our prayers are with…
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Creative Builders, Inc. Welcomes New Superintendent
June 17, 2015
Mark Winegar joins Creative Builders, Inc. GREENVILLE, SC – Creative Builders, Inc. announces the addition of Mark Winegar to the team as a Superintendent. Mark has over 30 years…
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Sylvan Learning Welcomes New Center Director
June 17, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Alison Hague joins Sylvan Learning Centers of the Upstate as Center Director of Enrollment, with a special focus on business development and marketing. Hague is responsible for…
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The Woodlands at Furman presents community health fair
June 17, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Aging well is a result of good health and wellness practices throughout life, but finding the right resources to practice good health can be challenging. The Woodlands…
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Fourth Presbyterian Church Constructing Good City Architects’ Design
June 17, 2015
Triangle Construction renovating buildings and adding Youth Ministry space GREENVILLE, SC – Good City Architects, an architecture and interior design firm based in Greenville, S.C., recently completed a new…
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Greenville Recognized as 2015 Playful City USA Community
June 17, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – In celebration of what it has deemed “Playability Week,” KaBOOM! announced today that Greenville is among 241 cities and towns across the United States named as 2015 Playful…
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SC Ports Projects 7% Container Growth, $165.5 Million in Capital Expenditures
June 17, 2015
Port of Charleston, Inland Port handle unprecedented volumes in May . . CHARLESTON, SC – Following a record-setting month of container volumes achieved in May, the SC Ports Authority Board of…
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SC Ports Projects 7% Container Growth, $165.5 Million in Capital Expenditures
June 17, 2015
Port of Charleston, Inland Port handle unprecedented volumes in May . . CHARLESTON, SC – Following a record-setting month of container volumes achieved in May, the SC Ports Authority Board of…
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Goodchild, Whisnant named Chapman Professors
June 17, 2015
Wofford updates Chapman Program in Humanities SPARTANBURG, SC – Two Wofford College professors, Dr. Karen H. Goodchild, professor and chair of art and art history, and Dr. Clayton J. Whisnant,…
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PNC Foundation awards $50,000 to support early mathematics learning
June 17, 2015
CLEMSON, SC – The PNC Foundation has awarded a $50,000 grant to Project BEEMS (Building Environments for Early Mathematics Success), a Clemson University program that seeks to provide child care…
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Pantex Americas, Inc. establishing first U.S. facility in Greenville County
June 17, 2015
Company investing $10.4 million to open Upstate manufacturing facility GREENVILLE, SC – Pantex International S.p.A., a hygiene materials producer primarily serving the global personal care market, is establishing its first…
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Wofford students participate in variety of summer internships
June 17, 2015
SPARTANBURG, SC – Jonathan Franklin’s experiences in his first three years as a student at Wofford College – from being a Bonner Scholar to participating in internships to writing for the…
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Sylvan Learning Welcomes New Center Director
June 17, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Alison Hague joins Sylvan Learning Centers of the Upstate as Center Director of Enrollment, with a special focus on business development and marketing. Hague is responsible for…
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The Woodlands at Furman presents community health fair
June 17, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Aging well is a result of good health and wellness practices throughout life, but finding the right resources to practice good health can be challenging. The Woodlands…
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Steven C. Rau of Moore Beauston & Woodham L.L.P. promoted to Manager in the tax and consulting practice
June 16, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Moore Beauston & Woodham L.L.P., a full service accounting and consulting firm with offices in West Columbia, Charleston, Greenville and Hartsville, South Carolina announces that Steven C. Rau,…
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Wells Fargo sponsors 329th Habitat Greenville Home Build
June 16, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Construction started this week on the first Wells Fargo-sponsored Habitat for Humanity of Greenville County Home Build. Wells Fargo and Habitat representatives were on site in the…
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OTO Development Announces First AC Hotel By Marriott in South Carolina to Open in Spartanburg
June 16, 2015
Opening date planned for September 2017, with AC Hotel adding 35 new jobs to downtown area SPARTANBURG, SC – Following city approval in February 2015, OTO Development released details about…
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Buncombe Street United Methodist Church Awards $305K in Grants for 2015
June 16, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Buncombe Street United Methodist Church (BSUMC) announces that the annual Sisk Foundation grants have been made for 2015. The Sisk Foundation, established in 1972 at BSUMC, provides a way for…
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Michael James and Craig Melvin elected to Wofford Board of Trustees
June 16, 2015
Six re-elected to four-year terms SPARTANBURG, SC – R. Michael James, founding partner of WEDGE Capital Management in Charlotte, N.C., and a 1974 Wofford College graduate, and Craig Melvin, national…
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Ameris Bancorp Acquires 18 Banking Locations In Florida And Georgia
June 16, 2015
COLUMBIA & GREENVILLE, SC – Ameris Bancorp, the parent company of Ameris Bank, announces that the acquisition of 18 Bank of America banking centers throughout southern Georgia and northern Florida has…
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Allen Tate Realtors Announces Top Producers
June 16, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Kathy Weeks, Upstate Regional Vice President at Allen Tate REALTORS®, announces Top Agents for May 2015. In the Greenville Office, Lisa McDowell was Top Listing Agent and…
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Spoken Word Spartanburg Represents Hub City in National Poetry Festival
June 16, 2015
SPARTANBURG, SC – Poetry joined Moonpies and RC Cola as a hallmark of southern culture during the annual Southern Fried Poetry Festival, which celebrated the voices of those living in…
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Allen Tate Realtors Announces Top Producers
June 16, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Kathy Weeks, Upstate Regional Vice President at Allen Tate REALTORS®, announces Top Agents for May 2015. In the Greenville Office, Lisa McDowell was Top Listing Agent and…
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Governor Haley signs construction material tax exemption bill into law
June 15, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – Habitat for Humanity affiliates in South Carolina will soon be granted extra resources to increase their impact across the state, thanks to a bill signed into law…
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Mike Ivester to Fuel Corporate Business Development at The Cliffs
June 15, 2015
The Cliffs continues onward and upward with the growth of new Corporate and National Membership Programs GREENVILLE, SC – The Cliffs’ corporate leadership continues to expand with the addition of…
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Summer Language Classes at The International Center to Start Soon
June 15, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – This summer, dive in to a language course at the International Center of the Upstate! Our classes are at convenient hours from beginner to intermediate levels. Learning…
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Pacolet Milliken Announces Heather Juve as Director of Asset Management
June 15, 2015
SPARTANBURG, SC – Pacolet Milliken Enterprises, Inc. announces the addition of Heather Juve as director of asset management for the real estate division where she will oversee the management and leasing of…
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Internet Company MJB Emporium LLC Introduces New Online Home Goods Store
June 15, 2015
PAGELAND, SC – South Carolina-based Internet Company MJB Emporium LLC, announced the launch of its new online Home Goods store located at http://mjbemporium.com. The new online store offers a select array of…
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Mary Black Foundation Elects Trustee
June 15, 2015
SPARTANBURG, SC – The Mary Black Foundation has announced the election of Karen Calhoun to a four-year term as a Trustee beginning July 1. Karen Calhoun holds a Bachelor of Science…
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Jeff Dezen Public Relations (JDPR) hires new Senior Account Executive Wendy Huston
June 15, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Jeff Dezen Public Relations (JDPR) welcomes marketing-communications veteran Wendy Huston as a Senior Account Executive. Huston joins the agency with a focus on telecommunications and do-it-yourself paint…
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Aloft Greenville Downtown Announces Director of Sales Michael Bonasia
June 15, 2015
Upstate resident and hospitality industry veteran to lead sales team at Aloft Greenville Downtown GREENVILLE, SC – McKibbon Hotel Management, Inc., one of the Southeast’s leading hotel management groups with…
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Falls Park Named Silver Medalist for 2015 Rudy Bruner Award for Urban Excellence
June 15, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – The Bruner Foundation Inc., sponsor of the Rudy Bruner Award for Urban Excellence (RBA), has announced Falls Park as a 2015 Silver Medalist. The biennial award celebrates transformative places…
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Cushman & Wakefield | Thalhimer Recent Greenville Area Leases
June 15, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Cushman & Wakefield | Thalhimer reports recent lease transactions totaling over 260,600 square feet in the Greenville, SC area: Grainger leased 168,087 square feet of industrial space…
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