Operation Southern Slow Down July 17-23
July 18, 2022
A joint press conference between SC and GA law enforcement partners was held today in Augusta, GA to announce Operation Southern Slow Down, a weeklong speed enforcement and education campaign…
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Mayor Daniel Rickenmann selected to participate in sixth class of Bloomberg Harvard City Leadership Initiative
July 18, 2022
Intensive program provides 40 global mayors with world-class executive training to help deliverresults for cities and residents worldwide Mayor Daniel Rickenmann is one of 40 mayors selected to participate in…
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Novolex introduces new stand for Cutlerease utensil dispensers, saving space while curtailing waste
July 18, 2022
Waddington North America, Cutlerease dispenses one disposable utensil at a time — and can now be set up anywhere Waddington™ North America (WNA), a Novolex® brand, announced today that it…
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Waccamaw Community Foundation presents City of Conway a $26,625 Knight Foundation Grant
July 18, 2022
The Waccamaw Community Foundation, the Grand Strand’s leading philanthropic organization, presented the City of Conway a $26,625 Knight Foundation Grant at Monday’s City Council meeting to complete a pathways and…
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OTO Development scquires DoubleTree by Hilton in North Redington Beach
July 18, 2022
OTO Development has added the DoubleTree by Hilton in North Redington Beach, Florida, to its growing beachfront leisure portfolio. South Carolina-based OTO Development, which is part of The Johnson Group,…
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Laurens City Council Meeting Agenda – July 19
July 18, 2022
Laurens City Council will meet for a regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, July 19. The meeting will be held in Laurens City Hall (126 East Public Square, Laurens) and will…
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Rootimentary – A Unique Dining Experience Coming to Laurens this Fall
July 18, 2022
A much-anticipated new restaurant on the Public Square in Laurens will be opening this Fall and there is already much buzz about it. This could just be a story about…
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Kayaking on the Wateree River then a 3.5-mile hike
July 18, 2022
Central Electric Power Co-op CEO discusses the importance of the SC7 Expedition ROB HOCHSTETLER, president and CEO of Central Electric Power Cooperative; Dr. Tom Mullikin; and other dignitaries and outdoor…
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Marketing Minute: Making Connections
July 18, 2022
Marketing Minute with Robert Andrews, NP Strategy When was the last time you took a deep dive into your contacts? This week’s video discusses the value of utilizing your…
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William A. Sutton joins UofSC Sport and Entertainment Management faculty
July 18, 2022
The University of South Carolina College of Hospitality, Retail and Sport Management welcomed William A. Sutton as a professor of practice in the Department of Sport and Entertainment Management. Sutton…
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The American Advertising Federation of the Midlands is accepting applications for its 2022-2023 Public Service Client
July 18, 2022
AAF Midlands is accepting applications from local nonprofits for its 2022-2023 Public Service Client. The nonprofit will receive pro bono marketing services from AAF Midlands’ membership and board. Past projects…
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The Gibbes Museum of Art announces new Board of Directors Members and member emeriti
July 18, 2022
The Gibbes Museum of Art, Charleston’s premier art museum, announced the election of three new members to its Board of Directors and four member emeriti. Joining the board are Brenda…
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Greenville Area Parkinson Society names Jody Hamblett as Executive Director
July 18, 2022
The Greenville Area Parkinson Society has announced Jody Hamblett as its new Executive Director. Hamblett has been in non-profit leadership for more than two decades. Prior to coming to GAPS,…
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LawyerLisa, LLC Elder Care Coordinator achieves Certified Dementia Practitioner designation
July 18, 2022
LawyerLisa, LLC announced Elder Care Coordinator, Cassandra Ignatowicz, has successfully completed the requirements necessary to receive the Certified Dementia Practitioner (CDP) designation by the National Council of Certified Dementia Practitioners.…
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TacMed Solutions™ is bucking the supply chain crisis with made in the USA Tourniquets
July 18, 2022
Amid a global supply chain crisis, TacMed Solutions quickly developed a sustainable production model to work against the supply chain crisis and aid the Ukrainian relief effort. To scale the…
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SHL Medical establishing operations in Charleston County
July 18, 2022
$90 million investment to create an estimated 165 new jobs SHL Medical, a world-leading provider of drug delivery solutions, today announced plans to establish operations in Charleston County. The company’s initial $90…
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CAMS Danielle Smith earns Association Management Specialist Designation
July 17, 2022
Community Association Management Services (CAMS), a frontrunner in community association management throughout the Carolinas, is proud to announce that Danielle Smith, CMCA®, recently joined the elite group of community association…
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Ascend Cares Foundation Gift Will Light the Way for EMT Students
July 16, 2022
The Ascend Cares Foundation recently donated $4,000 to the Piedmont Technical College Foundation (PTC) to enable the purchase of three King Vision™ Video Laryngoscope Kits. The state-of-the-art kits will be…
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DeWees Real Estate Group represents seller in local real estate transaction
July 15, 2022
Sales Associate, Niles Helmboldt, Represented the seller in the Purchase of 3959 Fish Hatchery Rd. DeWees Real Estate Group, a full-service commercial real estate firm specializing in Columbia’s office, retail,…
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Danny Tang named chief information officer at Furman
July 15, 2022
Danny Tang has been named chief information officer and associate vice president for technology at Furman. Tang will be a member of the Senior Administrative Team and will report to…
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FishBait Solutions joins forces with Wright Creative to bolster storytelling, video production efforts
July 15, 2022
Charleston, SC-based FishBait Solutions, LLC – a sponsorship marketing, consulting and activation agency that represents several national brands – has partnered with North Carolina-based Wright Creative to bolster content and…
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Randy Murr selected as the inaugural Barbara Stone Community Leadership Award honoree
July 15, 2022
The Barbara Stone Foundation, a non-profit organization focused on supporting visionary and creative programs and initiatives for individuals with disabilities, presented Randy Murr with the first-ever Barbara Stone Community…
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2022 “GroundBreakers” honored for positively impacting the Carolinas construction industry
July 15, 2022
GroundBreak Carolinas has announced the results of its 2022 GroundBreaker Awards, an annual awards program that recognizes individuals who have gone above and beyond to make a difference for the construction community…
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Gov. Henry McMaster Issues Executive Order to Remove Toxic Waste from USS Yorktown
July 15, 2022
On July 11 Governor Henry McMaster issued Executive Order 2022-20, which directs the South Carolina Office of Resilience to begin the process of removing hundreds of thousands of gallons of…
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NHE a Repeat Honoree on SC Best Places to Work Rankings for 2022
July 15, 2022
NHE has been named a repeat honoree on the exclusive list of South Carolina’s Best Places to Work, presented by Best Companies Group and SC BIZ News. The only property…
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Choate Construction writes hundreds of letters to veterans on the 4th of July
July 14, 2022
Choate Construction Company gathered with children and spouses alongside Operation Gratitude to connect with veterans across the country through hand-written letters of gratitude during a season when the country celebrates…
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Blink Book Review #6 – “Confessions of a Southern Beauty Queen” by Julie Hines Mabus
July 14, 2022
This is the sixth in a series of summer “Blink Book Reviews” by Reba Hull Campbell “Confessions of a Southern Beauty Queen” opens in 1968 with Patsy Channing awaiting…
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New Principal at Blythewood Academy
July 14, 2022
At the recommendation of Richland School District Two superintendent Dr. Baron R. Davis, the Richland Two Board of Trustees voted Tuesday, July 12, 2022 to approve Vincent L. McClinton as…
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Smoked team wins SC Historic Preservation Honor Award
July 14, 2022The team behind new Columbia restaurant Smoked received an Honor Award at the 27th annual South Carolina Historic Preservation Awards on Wednesday, July 13, 2022. Governor McMaster presented the team…
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South Carolina Healthy Business Challenge launch
July 14, 2022Photo from left – Joey Current, Caitlin Townsend, Rick Gantt, Lt. Governor Pamela Evette, Michelle McCollum, Susan Johnson, Mike Harris and Jen Wright Local Charleston, SC program expands Statewide, launches…
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Trinity Partners announces recent transaction
July 14, 2022
Nick Stomski, SIOR and Jake Nidiffer of Trinity Partners recently facilitated the lease of 7,920 square feet of Class A office space located at 501 Huger Street. The landlord engaged…
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Snelling Staffing celebrates 40th year
July 14, 2022Free headshots for Midlands job seekers Snelling Staffing of the Midlands is celebrating their fortieth year in business by hosting a community event that will provide free headshots to job…
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Upstate Warrior Solution announces new Board Member
July 14, 2022
Upstate Warrior Solution (UWS) welcomes Regional Managing Director of Truist Health, Dwight McPherson, to its Board of Directors. This brings UWS’ Board of Directors to a total of 23 members.…
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New funding opportunity for Anderson County Watershed Protection
July 14, 2022Past pollution legal settlement provides grants for cleaner water The Anderson County Watershed Protection Council is seeking grant applications for projects that will protect or restore water quality in Anderson…
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Ice Cream Station partners with Set Free to end child slavery
July 14, 2022
Set Free, a global nonprofit organization based in Greenville, SC, is excited to share a refreshing new way to support their humanitarian work around the world. During the month of…
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Local Organizations collaborate for community-wide back to school event
July 14, 2022
Upstate Community and Family Day The Urban League of the Upstate, a local non-profit organization. The Urban League of the Upstate’s college access program, Project Ready, prepares middle and high…
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Upstate fifth grader wins National Girl Scout essay contest
July 14, 2022
Amelia Pearson will receive a badge that has been to the moon A fifth grade Girl Scout from Forest Acres Elementary is the winner of a national essay contest, “Girl…
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Kim Wilson to serve as interim principal at Wando High School
July 14, 2022
Charleston County School District (CCSD) announces the appointment of Kim Wilson as interim principal at Wando High School. Wilson retired from CCSD in 2018 after 42 years in education. He…
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Wando principal selected to lead CCSD high schools as associate superintendent
July 14, 2022
Charleston County School District (CCSD) announced and welcome Dr. Sherry Eppelsheimer as Associate Superintendent of High Schools. Eppelsheimer has served as principal at Wando High School, one of the largest…
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Charleston Metro Chamber announces inaugural Civic Leaders Academy Class
July 14, 2022
The Charleston Metro Chamber is thrilled to announce the inaugural Civic Leaders Academy graduating class. In partnership with Charleston Trident Association of Realtors and Charleston Home Builders Association, this advanced and informative…
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Zucker Institute for Applied Neuroscience and MUSC Foundation for Research Development announce consolidation
July 14, 2022
The newly formed Zucker Institute for Innovation Commercialization will enable the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) to continue to support the endeavors of inventive employees and students in a…
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City of Charleston deploys “Glutton” electric street vacuum to aid cleanup efforts in central business district
July 14, 2022
The city of Charleston is the first major city in the United States to deploy a “Glutton” electric street vacuum to assist the city’s Environmental Services Division cleanup efforts along…
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Richland Library announces new Artist-in-Residence
July 14, 2022
Welcome Terrance Henderson Performing Artist, Choreographer, and Director Richland Library continues providing unfettered access to programming, services, and resources, including mental health, mindfulness support and creativity through performance. Please join…
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Vacasa establishes Charleston location at 159 Wentworth Street
July 13, 2022
NAI Charleston announced that 159 Wentworth Street, a unique downtown office located in the historic Harleston Village, has been leased to Vacasa. Vacasa is a prominent hospitality management company with…
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SC7 Features Laurens County as Part of 30-Day Expedition
July 13, 2022
SOUTH CAROLINA SC7 is a partnership between two South Carolina based non-profit organizations, Global Eco Adventures and the South Carolina National Heritage Corridor. The mission of SC7 is to get…
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American Legion Post 25 Receives Henry Laurens Award
July 13, 2022
If you know anything about American Legion Post 25 you know that they stay busy. Very busy. Members of Post 25 are always volunteering in the community. Their activities range…
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SOUTH CAROLINA 7 makes its way south
July 13, 2022South Carolina’s Lt. Governor shares thoughts from the trail LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR PAMELA EVETTE, Dr. Tom Mullikin, and other dignitaries and outdoor adventure enthusiasts continue the 3rd annual South Carolina 7…
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LCSD 55 Board Extends Contract for Thomas
July 13, 2022
The Laurens County School District #55 (LCSD 55) Board of Trustees held a regularly scheduled monthly meeting on Thursday, June 30, 2022. After a nearly two-hour executive session to discuss…
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FUEL selects the Barbara Stone Foundation as third quarter grant recipient
July 13, 2022
FUEL – a Greenville, S.C.-based strategic marketing and branding agency – announced today that it has selected the Barbara Stone Foundation as the FUEL for Good third quarter 2022 grant…
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Turner Padget shareholder Nickisha Woodward honored with Charleston Business Magazine’s South Carolina Women in Business Award
July 13, 2022
Turner Padget announced that Nickisha Woodward, shareholder in the firm’s Charleston office, has been named as one of Charleston Business Magazine’s 2022 SC Women in Business. This prestigious award honors…
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