City of Columbia to spray for adult mosquitoes through the remainder of the season
June 3, 2024
In an effort to control the mosquito population and reduce the risk of mosquito-borne illness, the City of Columbia will be spraying for adult mosquitoes through the remainder of the…
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Three students named Michelin Tech Scholars
June 3, 2024
Spring Valley High School will host a Michelin Signing Day on Tuesday, June 4, 2024, at noon to recognize their Michelin Tech Scholars. Class of 2024 graduates Zachary Fowler, Owen…
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St. Andrews Middle School student accepted into prestigious Michigan Arts Academy
June 3, 2024
Xavion Boyd-Gray, an eighth-grade student at St. Andrews Middle School, has been accepted into the world-renowned Interlochen Arts Academy at the Interlochen Center for the Arts in Michigan. Interlochen Arts…
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Richland One to provide free meals to children June 3-July 18
June 3, 2024
Again this summer, Richland One will provide free meals to any child age 18 or younger, regardless of their school district attendance zone, through the federally-funded Seamless Summer Option. From…
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Colleen Knauer selected to help lead CCSD middle schools
June 3, 2024
Charleston County School District (CCSD) announced Dr. Colleen Knauer as Executive Director of the Middle School Learning Community. Knauer has served as the Principal of Special Projects and Support for…
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Michael De Jong to lead CCSD’s Turning Point Academy
June 3, 2024
Charleston County School District (CCSD) announces that interim principal, Michael De Jong has been appointed principal at Turning Point Academy (TPA). De Jong has skillfully led TPA since August 2023.…
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Corey McDonald selected to lead Clark Academy
June 3, 2024
Charleston County School District (CCSD) announces and welcomes Corey McDonald as principal at Septima P. Clark Academy. McDonald has served as an assistant principal at Burke High School for the…
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WAHS Principal selected to help lead CCSD high schools
June 3, 2024
Charleston County School District (CCSD) announces and welcomes Ryan Cumback as Executive Director of the High School Learning Community. Cumback has served in Charleston County schools for the past 18…
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Two Richland One seniors awarded $20,000 Rotary Club scholarships
June 3, 2024
Two Richland One seniors have been selected to receive $20,000 scholarships from the Columbia Rotary Club. W.J. Keenan High School senior Aarav Patel and Eau Claire High School senior James…
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SC Ports drives economic success in Upstate
June 3, 2024
South Carolina Ports makes an $87 billion economic impact in South Carolina each year, and more than half of that economic benefit occurs in the Upstate. Having a world-class port…
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Nonprofit transforms Orangeburg DSS office to serve youth in foster care
June 3, 2024
At a celebratory ribbon cutting ceremony this afternoon coinciding with National Foster Care Awareness Month, Lily Pad, together with the South Carolina Department of Social Services (DSS), opened its 21st Lily Pad in…
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Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd welcomes attorneys David B. Allen and Zoe R. Henrikson to Greenville office
June 3, 2024
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd P.A. welcomed special counsel David B. Allen and associate Zoe R. Henrikson to the firm’s Greenville office. David joins the firm’s Real Estate practice group, bringing with…
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Lakeland Capital announces new hire
June 3, 2024
Lakeland Capital, a Charleston-based private, multifamily investment company active in select East Coast markets, recently announced a new hire joining the company’s Charleston office. Ethan Villamater, a rising junior at…
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Zeus welcomes new General Manager, reinforcing commitment to catheter innovation
June 3, 2024
● Matthew Bradbury has been named General Manager of Catheter Solutions at Zeus ● In this role, Bradbury will oversee catheter design, manufacturing, and assembly and further position Zeus as…
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SC Empowerment Centre Launches Summer Break Café Program
June 3, 2024
The South Carolina Empowerment Centre (SCEC) is recently announced the launch of its Summer Break Café program, designed to provide free, nutritious meals to children either pre-school age or K-12.…
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Explore Summer Fun with Laurens County Library System’s New Children’s Museum Passes
June 3, 2024
This summer, the Laurens County Library System is offering an exciting opportunity for families to enjoy educational and fun experiences at The Children’s Museum of the Upstate. Patrons are invited…
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Laurens 55 Announces Return of Summer Feeding Program
June 2, 2024
Summer Feeding is coming soon to a school near you! Beat the summer heat with a refreshing and FREE summer meal for any child in your household or care, 18…
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Thornwell Grab-N-Go Meal Program Returns for Summer 2024
June 2, 2024
Thornwell recently announced the return of their daily Grab-N-Go meal pickups beginning June 5th through July 26th. This program is open to all children under the age of 18. Parents…
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Cross Hill Fire Department Announces Annual Meeting
June 2, 2024
The Cross Hill Fire Department will hold its annual meeting on June 18th at 6 pm at the Watts Bridge Road fire station. This meeting will serve as an opportunity…
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Applications Open for South Carolina Public Alligator Lottery
June 2, 2024
South Carolina residents and visitors eager to participate in this year’s public alligator hunting season can now submit their applications. The application window is open until July 15 at 11:59…
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First United Methodist Church in Laurens Seeks Community Support for Food Bank Amid Rising Demand
June 2, 2024
The First United Methodist Church in Laurens is calling on civic groups, other churches, and individuals to help support their food bank as it faces an unprecedented surge in demand…
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Laurens County School District 55 2024 Summer Programs
June 2, 2024
Engaging Academic Activities to Prepare for Next School Year As the summer approaches, Laurens County School District 55 (LCSD55) is excited to announce a variety of enriching summer programs designed…
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Lumberyard’s Inaugural Beer Mile Run Event Raises Funds for Whitten Center
June 2, 2024
In celebration of its one-year anniversary, The Lumberyard, owned by Charlie and Stacey Michaels, recently held its inaugural Lumberyard Beer Mile. This unique event, combining running and beer, not only…
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Kennedy Mortuary to Host Informative Seminar Series: Pastries in the Parlor
June 2, 2024
On June 26, from 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM, the Kennedy Mortuary will launch a new seminar series titled “Pastries in the Parlor,” designed to educate and empower the community.…
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Get Ready for Warrior Fest 2024 at The Sawmill Training Complex
June 2, 2024
Mark your calendars for an extraordinary summer weekend! The Sawmill Training Complex, home of Warrior Women International, is thrilled to announce Warrior Fest 2024, a two-day event on July 6-7…
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June Yard and Garden Tips
June 2, 2024
Summertime has arrived! With school out and family vacations on the horizon, it’s easy to overlook yard maintenance. This spring’s ample rainfall has everything flourishing. Here are some essential yard…
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Class of 2024 graduates from South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics
May 31, 2024
The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science and Mathematics (GSSM) held its 35th Annual Commencement Ceremony, drawing nearly 130 families from across the state to Hartsville to honor their graduates.…
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Village at Sandhill Marketplace welcomes new fitness tenant to shopping center
May 31, 2024
Colliers | South Carolina’s Rox Pollard, Danny Bonds, John Gressette and Rox Pollard III represented RCC Village at Sandhill LLC in the lease of ±3,200 square feet of retail space…
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South Carolina Brewers Guild announces annual beerfest
May 31, 2024
The festival will take place October 12, 2024 at Segra Park in Columbia. The South Carolina Brewer’s Guild (SCBG) has announced their annual beerfest, with a new name, updated logo,…
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Kennedy Gains Ballot Access in South Carolina
May 31, 2024
The Kennedy campaign today announced it has gained ballot access in South Carolina. Robert F. Kennedy Jr. was nominated for president and Nicole Shanahan was nominated for vice president by…
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Thankful in the midst of changes
May 30, 2024
By Jeff Becraft When we first moved to where we live now 30 years ago, there were all kinds of trees between the interstate and where our neighborhood was.…
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Broomstraw Brooms
May 30, 2024
By Tom Poland I call it broomstraw. Others broomsedge. Whatever you call it, it doesn’t kill my memories of my grandmother’s homemade brooms. About a yardstick long, they stood in…
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New female founder group launches in CHS: Like Minded CHS
May 30, 2024
Angel Passailaigue Holmes, an experienced PR and events professional, has recently established a new organization called “Like Minded CHS,” specifically for female founders in Charleston. This organization is a beta…
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The Sullivan: Greenville’s biggest affordable housing effort in years opens its doors
May 30, 2024
Community, business and government officials and leaders gathered this morning to unveil The Sullivan, a 180-unit, five building complex that marks Greenville’s latest effort to create more affordable housing. Housing…
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Trinity Partners announces the sale of 7227 Parklane Rd. in Columbia, SC
May 30, 2024
Trinity Partners successfully facilitated the disposition of 7227 Parklane Road in Columbia, SC. Nick Stomski, SIOR, and Roger Winn, SIOR represented the seller, AllSouth Federal Credit Union in the transaction.…
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Countybanc Insurance’s Tammy Hendrix receives officer appointment
May 30, 2024
Countybanc Insurance announced that Tammy Hendrix has been appointed Assistant Vice President by the Countybanc Insurance Board of Directors. Hendrix has an extensive background in customer service with more than…
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South Carolina ETV and Public Radio shares resources during Mental Health Awareness Month
May 30, 2024
South Carolina ETV and Public Radio (SCETV) highlighted Mental Health Awareness Month throughout May, dedicating programming and resources to foster understanding, support and dialogue surrounding mental health. As part of…
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Mayor Daniel Rickenmann joins Southeastern BBQ Showdown as celebrity judge
May 30, 2024
Capital City/Lake Murray Country (CCLMC) announced the third esteemed member of the Southeastern BBQ Showdown’s (SEBBQSD) judging panel. City of Columbia, Mayor Daniel Rickenmann, brings a wealth of experience in…
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Hundreds of educators gather for a day of learning at the EPI Center’s annual conference
May 30, 2024
As the school year ends, hundreds of educators gathered in Columbia for a full day of learning. The Center of Excellence for Educator Preparation and Innovation at Voorhees University (EPI…
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City of West Columbia’s Meeting Street Artisan Market is back for the summer
May 30, 2024
The City of West Columbia’s Meeting Street Artisan Market is back for the summer, every Thursday night, in June, July (except July 4), and August, from 4 PM – 8…
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Columbia’s Historic Black Business District featured in new documentary film “Did You Know? Columbia’s Black Wall Street” to premiere in Columbia June 19
May 30, 2024
The City of Columbia’s Office of Business Opportunities (OBO) is proud to announce the highly anticipated release of “Did You Know? Columbia’s Black Wall Street,” a powerful documentary that chronicles…
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Hand & Stone expands in Lexington with newest spa opening
May 30, 2024
Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa, the nation’s leading luxury massage and facial spa franchise, announced its newest location opening in Lexington. Owned by longtime South Carolinian Amy Daly,…
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South Carolina Entrepreneurs awarded $200,000 for innovative Agribusinesses
May 30, 2024
The South Carolina Department of Agriculture’s Agribusiness Center for Research and Entrepreneurship (ACRE) awarded $200,000 in grants to 12 local businesses as part of its Advanced Entrepreneurship program. The finalists pitched to a…
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FUEL accepting applications for nonprofit grant program
May 30, 2024
FUEL, a Greenville, S.C.-based brand building agency, is accepting applications until June 17 for its FUEL for Good Grant program for the second half of 2024. As part of its…
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Harbor Freight Tools signs deal to open new location in West Columbia, SC
May 30, 2024
Hiring to Begin for 25-30 New Jobs in the Community Harbor Freight Tools, America’s go-to store for quality tools at the lowest prices, has announced that it will be opening…
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MUSC Children’s Health Pediatric Trauma Program honors exceptional DCEMS teams for outstanding service and dedication
May 30, 2024
On May 29, 2024, a representative from the MUSC Children’s Health Pediatric Program presented awards to several of Dorchester County Emergency Medical Services (DCEMS) teams for their extraordinary contributions to…
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Shield Your Summer Getaway: Terminix Shares 8 Essential Tips to Keep Bed Bugs at Bay
May 30, 2024
Summer travel season is on the horizon and experts predict another strong season for the Carolinas. The spike in travel throughout the region also comes with an increase in encountering…
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CEOs welcome the Samora family to their new Habitat Greenville home
May 30, 2024
On a street off of White Horse Road, the Samora family walked into the first home they have ever owned Wednesday afternoon. And 30 some community and business leaders were…
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Palmetto Bluff Real Estate Company expands team with new sales executive, David Johnson
May 30, 2024
Palmetto Bluff Real Estate Company (“PBREC”), the sole real estate firm in the storied Lowcountry community focused exclusively on Palmetto Bluff real estate – with the only on-property sales office…
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The Beach Company announces renaming of Johns Island’s Bernice Robinson Road
May 30, 2024
The road that runs behind The Beach Company’s new Johns Island multifamily community, Stono Oaks, now bears a new name, Bernice Robinson Road, in honor of the Charleston native and…
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