Issaqueena Chapter, NSDAR honors World War II veteran for service to America
July 1, 2024
The Issaqueena Chapter, National Society Daughters of the American Revolution has presented its DAR Certificate and Medal of Appreciation to Harvey Peurifoy, a longtime resident of Greenwood. The presentation was…
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SLG Staffing, LLC acquires Baton Rouge, LA Snelling industrial franchise
July 1, 2024
Greenville based SLG Staffing, LLC, the owner and operator of Snelling Staffing Services franchise offices in South Carolina, Kentucky and Virginia and the HireQuest Direct office in Tulsa, OK has…
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South Carolina ETV series “What’s Wild” receives Southeast Emmy® Award
July 1, 2024
The South Carolina ETV series What’s Wild received an Emmy® Award from the Regional Southeast Emmy® Chapter of the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (NATAS). Winners were announced on June…
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SC Ports makes significant progress on fluidity, vessel queue
July 1, 2024
Three berths opening at Wando Welch Terminal, July 3-14 With the support of the maritime community, South Carolina Ports is quickly working ships and reducing its vessel queue by implementing…
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City launches Trail user survey
June 28, 2024
Users of the Prisma Health Swamp Rabbit Trail are encouraged to participate in a trailside survey open for the next two weeks. The survey will be available along the trail,…
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GADC President and Interim CEO Kevin Landmesser announces retirement
June 28, 2024
“We extend our sincere gratitude to Kevin for his 23 years of exceptional leadership at the GADC. His strategic vision and dedication have been instrumental in advancing economic growth across…
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Logisticus named one of South Carolina’s 2024 Top Workplaces
June 28, 2024
This is the 4th year Logisticus has Received this Recognition Logisticus, a logistics, warehousing, civil engineering, technology solutions company, attended an awards luncheon where they were named one of the 2024 Top…
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Emily Smith promoted to Chief Operating Officer at Signatures Apparel
June 28, 2024
Signatures Apparel, a Mauldin manufacturer in the uniform and branded product industry, is thrilled to announce the promotion of Emily Smith to the position of Chief Operating Officer (COO). Emily,…
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BASF ECMS celebrates graduation of fourth cohort in Apprenticeship Program
June 28, 2024
BASF Environmental Catalyst and Metal Solutions (ECMS) celebrated completion of the fourth cohort of apprentices from its North American Apprenticeship Program on Tuesday, June 25, 2024. The apprenticeship program is…
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Members of Leadership Greenville Class 50 raise more than $40,000 for Rebuild Upstate and YouthBASE
June 27, 2024
Leadership Greenville, the flagship leadership development program of the Greenville Chamber, is pleased to announce the completion of its Class 50 community service projects, which raised a total of $42,897…
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Clemson Trustees approve fifth consecutive in-state tuition freeze for 2024-2025
June 27, 2024
Clemson University’s Board of Trustees met to approve recommendations from the administration on tuition and fees for the 2024-2025 academic year and for the fifth consecutive year, will freeze tuition…
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Upcountry History Museum Presents Unique Exhibit of Iconic Artist, Frida Kahlo
June 27, 2024
Recognized as one of Mexico’s most prolific and well-known female artists, Frida Kahlo’s work has been the subject of many exhibitions. In this traveling retrospective, “Frida Kahlo: Through the Lens…
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ONE launches new service connecting Charleston, India
June 27, 2024
ONE launched its new West India North America (WIN) service at the Port of Charleston with the arrival of the ONE Modern on Wednesday at Wando Welch Terminal. A new…
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Biden-Harris Administration partners with Rural Americans to develop clean energy to lower energy costs and create jobs as part of investing in America Agenda
June 27, 2024
Projects Funded by President Biden’s Inflation Reduction Act Strengthen American Farms and Rural Small Businesses U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary Tom Vilsack announced that USDA is partnering with rural…
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Greenville Jewish Federation’s garners Rotary grant
June 27, 2024
The Greenville Jewish Federation was one of 14 organizations given community impact grants by the Rotary Club of Greenville City Center Rotary last week. The Greenville Jewish Federation creates a…
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Verdae adds Zach Maghsoud as Development Analyst
June 27, 2024
Zach Maghsoud has joined Verdae Development, Inc. as a Development Analyst. Maghsoud will assist the Verdae team with planning, executing, and managing various projects within the master planned community focusing…
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Spartanburg Youth Theatre named “2024 Theatre of Distinction”
June 27, 2024
What better way to kick off their 50th season than with the honor of “Theatre of Distinction”? We are thrilled to congratulate the Spartanburg Youth Theatre on being awarded the…
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Clemson part of team selected to advance in NASA space weather mission competition
June 27, 2024
DYNAMIC targets the Lower Thermosphere Ionosphere (LTI) altitude region where the thermosphere’s neutral gas interacts with the coexisting plasma population of the ionosphere, influenced by forcing from above and below.…
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LEAD 2024: A Decade of Gratitude for Greenville County Law Enforcement Officers
June 27, 2024
LEAD Upstate announced the official launch of LEAD 2024 at a press conference held recently at Bon Secours Wellness Arena, marking a decade of expressing profound gratitude to the law…
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Spartanburg Water and SJWD partner to benefit customers
June 26, 2024
Partnership is a regional approach to drinking water resources Beginning July 1, Startex-Jackson-Wellford-Duncan Water District (SJWD) and Spartanburg Water will partner together to provide SJWD customers with a strategic approach…
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Fulton & Barr co-founder Johnnie Fulton is honored by the South Carolina Bar
June 26, 2024
The South Carolina Bar and University of South Carolina Established “Memory Hold the Door” The late Johnnie Dodenhoff Fulton was recently recognized by the “Memory Hold the Door” committee established…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Monroe Free, Habitat for Humanity of Greenville County
June 26, 2024
The Who’s on the Move, Entrepreneur Minute is an interview in support of the undeniable impact that entrepreneurs have on our communities. We will be highlighting 20 entrepreneurs in each of…
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Cat Johnson joins Colliers as Office Manager for Greenville-Spartanburg
June 26, 2024
Cat Johnson has joined Colliers | South Carolina’s Greenville and Spartanburg offices as Office Manager, responsible for general office management, administrative tasks, executive and accounting support, and real estate document…
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Fly Down Hill
June 26, 2024
By Tom Poland I reached deep into my sense of place and reckoned the road ought to come out near Anthony Shoals Road, and it did. My parents drove…
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GreenWood, Inc. earns the McGriff Workplace Safety Excellence Award for 14th consecutive year
June 26, 2024
GreenWood, Inc., an integrated maintenance, construction, and workforce solutions provider, has earned the McGriff Workplace Safety Excellence Award for achieving excellence in safety performance throughout the company. Only companies who…
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KIND of the Upstate surprised by TODAY, nonprofit receives $45,000
June 26, 2024
When Caroline Giguere and Francie Todd woke up two Fridays ago, they knew it was going to be a big day. KIND of the Upstate, the nonprofit they founded in 2020,…
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Countybank Foundation presents $5,000 to Greer Community Ministries
June 26, 2024
The Countybank Foundation, established in 1971 representing Countybank and Greenwood Capital, donated $5,000 to Greer Community Ministries (GCM). The donation will support more than 650 meals for residents in need.…
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aeSolutions announces new executive leadership appointments and corporate growth structure
June 26, 2024
C-Level Appointments and New Business Units Will Enhance Company Client Services; Set Stage for Projected Growth GREENVILLE, SC – aeSolutions announced multiple executive appointments and a new corporate growth structure.…
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Reynolds Lake Oconee Sweepstakes now open; grand-prize winner will win dream getaway for golf, more
June 26, 2024
Includes Golf, Club Fitting, Clinic, Accommodations; Entries Accepted Through Aug. 29 It’s back! The annual Reynolds Lake Oconee Sweepstakes is now open, with the once-in-a-lifetime grand prize of a five-day, four-night experience…
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SC Women in Leadership announces 2024-2025 Board of Directors
June 26, 2024
Board Taps Sara Ballard as Executive Director SC Women in Leadership (SC WIL) announced its 2024-2025 Board of Directors which includes 12 members with diverse professional backgrounds who share a…
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Greenville Literacy Association announces dates for 2024 Really Good, Really Big, Really Cheap Book Sale
June 26, 2024
The Greenville Literacy Association (GLA) will host its 23rd annual Really Good, Really Big, Really Cheap Book Sale at McAlister Square on Saturday, August 10, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., and Sunday,…
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Priority One Security announces new customer experience
June 25, 2024
New enhanced user website provides an experience for customers Regionally based Priority One Security is announcing the launch of its new website and a comprehensive rebranding of its services, signaling…
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Upstate technical staffing pioneer launches professional staffing services
June 25, 2024
The Hiring Group introduces new industries to its IT and engineering portfolio in its 10th Year of Operation The Hiring Group (“THG”), a technical staffing firm based in Greenville, South…
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Matt Wills hired as Greenville Chamber Vice President of Government Affairs
June 25, 2024
The Greenville Chamber has hired Matt Wills to serve as Vice President of Government Affairs. In this role, he will lead the Chamber’s local, state, and federal pro-business and economic…
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Schneider Electric expanding manufacturing employee base in Oconee, Richland counties
June 25, 2024
Combined investment of $23.8 million will create 280 new jobs Schneider Electric, a leader in energy management and automation, today announced it is expanding operations in Oconee and Richland counties. The…
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The Episcopal Diocese of Upper South Carolina Director of Communications and Marketing
June 25, 2024
Bishop Daniel Richards is pleased to announce that he has called Ms. Jessica St. Clair Smith to serve as Director of Communications and Marketing for the Episcopal Diocese of Upper…
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Biden-Harris Administration announces availability of $25 million to help expand high-speed internet access in rural areas
June 24, 2024
Funding Provides Technical Assistance Through Local Organizations, Cooperatives and Tribes as Part of Investing in America Agenda U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development Under Secretary Dr. Basil Gooden announced…
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SCbio welcomes Chelsey Lee as Entrepreneurship and Innovation Lead
June 24, 2024
SCbio welcomes Chelsey Lee as Entrepreneurship and Innovation Lead, a new role that will build resources and opportunities for life sciences startups in South Carolina. Lee will oversee the operations…
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Dr. Barbara Beeks joins Presbyterian College as director of Jacobs Scholars Program
June 24, 2024
Dr. Barbara Beeks is the new director of Presbyterian College’s Jacobs Scholars Program. Beeks began June 3 as the leader of PC’s signature program for students affected by foster care…
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Kipper Ackerman ’97 joins alma mater as new assistant director of admissions for fine arts and director of choir at Presbyterian College
June 24, 2024
Presbyterian College alumna Kipper Edens Ackerman ’97 will join her alma mater as its new assistant director of admissions for fine arts and choir director. Ackerman, a seasoned musician and…
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Supported by Movement 2030 investment, United Way of the Piedmont announces two Higher Education Community Resource Coordinators
June 24, 2024
Despite billions in economic investment over the last decade, Spartanburg ranks in the bottom 10% of counties nationwide for economic mobility. Movement 2030 is an unprecedented community-led initiative in Spartanburg…
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ElringKlinger Group selects Pickens County to establish first South Carolina operation
June 24, 2024
$40.3 million investment will create 115 new jobs FAST FACTS ElringKlinger Group (ElringKlinger) selects Pickens County to establish the compay’s first South Carolina operation. The company’s $40.3 million investment will…
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Wilson Associates adds Molly Mills, Betty Beacham to growing concierge-level agent group
June 24, 2024
Based on rapid growth and ever-increasing demand for its concierge-level service, Wilson Associates, one of Greenville’s largest independent real estate firms, has added two new members to its team of…
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Anna Spatafora joins United Way of Pickens County as Director of Education
June 21, 2024
United Way of Pickens County is pleased to announce that Anna Spatafora has joined its leadership team as the Director of Education. Anna comes to United Way of Pickens County…
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Carolina Handling breaks ground on new Pickens County, South Carolina facility
June 21, 2024
Carolina Handling, the exclusive Raymond Solutions and Support Center for South Carolina, North Carolina, Georgia, Alabama and Florida’s central time zone, broke ground on a new 267,000-square-foot facility in Pickens…
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Carolina Handling breaks ground on Pickens County facility
June 20, 2024Carolina Handling, the exclusive Raymond Solutions and Support Center for South Carolina, North Carolina, Georgia, Alabama and Florida’s central time zone, broke ground today on a new 267,000-square-foot facility in…
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Nominate a Woman of Distinction
June 20, 2024
All of us know that woman—the woman who does it all. She has excelled in her career and is a mentor in the community. A Shero. We want to hear…
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Triumph Taproom opens at Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport
June 20, 2024
Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport (GSP) is proud to partner with the Greenville Triumph professional soccer team to introduce the Triumph Taproom at GSP. The Triumph Taproom is only the second soccer-themed…
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Beat the Summer Heat and Stay Healthy: Prisma Health gives tips to keep you safe all season long
June 20, 2024
Summer officially arrives on Thursday, with temperatures already in the 90s in parts of South Carolina. Extreme heat can cause everything from heat exhaustion to more dangerous heat stroke –…
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Remembering Cale Yarborough
June 19, 2024
By Tom Poland The breaking news alert held just 29 words. “Cale Yarborough, a NASCAR great, dies at 84. Known for his fierce toughness and grit, Mr. Yarborough won…
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