Charleston Metro Chamber releases Housing Resource Guide
August 15, 2022
The Charleston Metro Chamber recognizes that the cost and availability of housing are a regional issue impacting employers and employees. Typical residents in our region spend 57% of their income on housing…
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The Hydrocephalus Association welcomes new Board Member Deitra Matthews of Columbia
August 15, 2022
The Hydrocephalus Association (HA) would like to warmly welcome new board member Deitra Matthews, MPA. She is CEO of The Ram Foundation and serves on HA’s Support and Education Committee.…
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Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS welcomes Maria Lambe to the company’s Simpsonville office
August 15, 2022
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS is pleased to announce that Maria Lambe has joined the company’s Simpsonville office as a sales associate. Maria has called Greenville home for…
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Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS welcomes Michelle Harris to the company’s Midtown office
August 15, 2022
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS is pleased to announce that Michelle Harris has joined the company’s Midtown office as a sales associate. Michelle was born and raised in…
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Just Say Something kicks off October with 6th annual Red Ribbon 5K
August 15, 2022
It’s that time of the year again! Just Say Something is starting off the month of October with its 6th annual Red Ribbon 5K at Sugar Creek. Join us on…
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CIU is host site for 2022 Faith-Driven Entrepreneur and Investor Conferences
August 15, 2022For the second consecutive year, the Columbia International University Cook School of Business is a host site for the worldwide Faith Driven Entrepreneur Live Conference on Sept. 28 and the…
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USC Upstate Art Gallery opening September 1st
August 15, 2022
The USC Upstate Art Gallery opened a downtown location at the Chapman Cultural Center this spring. We are pleased to present grand opening events on Thursday, September 1st, 2022 for Yehimi Cambrón: Now…
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Trinity Partners names new Director of Marketing
August 15, 2022
Trinity Partners has named Kristina Leaphart as its new Director of Marketing in its Columbia, South Carolina office. Kristina has been serving as a Marketing Associate for the firm for…
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Dorchester County hosts public meeting for Ladson Road Streetscape
August 15, 2022
Dorchester County will host a public meeting at the Dorchester County Council Chambers, located at 500 N. Main Street, Summerville, S.C. on Monday, August 22, from 6:00 – 8:00 PM.…
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Anthony Dixon selected to serve as Chief of Schools
August 15, 2022
Charleston County School District (CCSD) is proud to announce Dr. Anthony Dixon as Interim Chief of Schools. Dixon rejoins CCSD from Berkeley County School District (BCSD) where he has served…
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Wendy Frans named 2022-23 Greenville County Schools Teacher of the Year
August 15, 2022
Bob Jones University graduate Wendy Frans was recently named the 2022-23 Greenville County Schools Teacher of the Year. The process of selecting ten finalists began last fall when schools selected…
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LCSO Raises Over $5K for Student School Supplies
August 15, 2022
A few morning showers didn’t put a damper on the school supply drive hosted by the Laurens County Sheriff’s Office. The event took place on Friday, August 12 at the…
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Laurens City Administrator Completes Master of Public Administration Degree
August 15, 2022
Clemson University recently held the summer graduation ceremony. Five Laurens natives and Laurens City Administrator, Eric Delgado were among those to cross the stage and receive their diploma. Delgado was…
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Laurens 55 and Laurens Police Department Partner for Safety
August 15, 2022
With plans underway for the return of students on August 16 to classrooms in Laurens County School District 55 (LCSD 55), district personnel and officers of the Laurens Police Department…
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PC Football Fan Day – August 27
August 15, 2022
PC’s Football Fan Day is next Saturday, August 27 at 11:30 am. If you’ve never been you’re missing out on a great event. The event is free. Fans can come…
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Laurens County Chorale is Looking for Singers
August 12, 2022
The Laurens County Chorale will begin the 2022-2023 season of the on August 29 and they are interested in adding additional singers to the group. “This is a unique opportunity…
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United Way welcomes new Success Coach and Resource Coordinator, Jennifer Brown
August 12, 2022
United Way of Pickens County welcomed Jennifer Brown as the new Pathways Success Coach and Resource Coordinator. Brown previously served a year with United Way as an AmeriCorps member. As…
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Barbara Willm named United Way of the Midlands Humanitarian of the Year
August 12, 2022
United Way of the Midlands will honor Barbara Willm as the 2023 Humanitarian of the Year award recipient on February 16, 2023, at the University of South Carolina Alumni Center.…
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Jacob D. Wallick earns CFA® Charter
August 11, 2022
Nationally-ranked Wallick Investments, LLC, a South Carolina-based Registered Investment Advisory firm, is proud to announce that Mr. Jacob (Jake) Wallick, portfolio manager and managing director of Wallick Institutional, has passed…
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The Charleston Metro Chamber welcomes new addition to membership team
August 11, 2022
The Charleston Metro Chamber announced Lindsey Hartshorne has joined the Chamber team as Membership Coordinator. In this position, she will assist with membership sales and corporate partnerships as well as…
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Boeing doubles giving to IAAM with additional $1M investment
August 11, 2022
The International African American Museum (IAAM) has received an additional $1 million donation from The Boeing Company. This contribution will help thousands of underserved children experience the educational aspects of…
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Bon Secours adopts new technology for total knee replacements
August 11, 2022
Expected to Improve Outcomes, Increase Mobility & Help Patients Recover Faster Bon Secours St. Francis Health System has announced its now using the VELYS™ Robotic-Assisted Solution, a technology that helps…
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Prime & Prim Week in Columbia, SC
August 11, 2022
Pretty Pennies, Every Penny Counts will be partnering with its parent company, Prime and Prim Studio of the Arts to sponsor a week dedicated to the arts. Known as Prime…
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Georgia-Pacific expanding operations in Clarendon County
August 11, 2022
Company investing approximately $40 million Georgia-Pacific, one of the world’s leading makers of tissue, pulp, packaging and building products, today announced plans to expand operations in Clarendon County. The company…
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S.C. senators and representatives oppose proposed shutdown of red snapper fishing
August 11, 2022
NOAA proposal would hurt southeast economy South Carolina’s senators and congressmen co-signed a letter along with colleagues from the southeast asking the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) to suspend…
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Newberry College to confer inaugural master’s degrees
August 11, 2022
Newberry College will confer degrees upon its inaugural master’s degree candidates. The commencement exercises will take place Aug. 27 at 10 a.m. at Holland Hall, on the college campus. The…
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South Carolina tax rebates are coming to eligible taxpayers who file returns by October 17
August 11, 2022
The South Carolina Department of Revenue (SCDOR) will issue close to one billion dollars in state tax rebates before the end of the year but only to those who have…
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City of West Columbia proposed redistricting map based on 2020 US Census Results
August 11, 2022
After receiving and reviewing data from the 2020 US Census, the City of West Columbia is reviewing district boundary changes to balance the number of residents between West Columbia Council…
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Formosan subterranean termites confirmed in Aiken County
August 11, 2022
Local entomologists recently announced the discovery of Formosan termites for the first time in Aiken County. While subterranean termites are common in the Palmetto State, the Formosan subterranean termite species,…
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Spectrum launches gigabit broadband, mobile, TV and voice services in Fairfield County
August 11, 2022
Spectrum Internet® with Starting Speeds of 300 Mbps Now Available To 160 Homes and Small Businesses Spectrum announced the launch of Spectrum Internet, Mobile, TV and Voice services to 160…
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What is causing the ongoing labor shortage?
August 11, 2022
In this video, Joseph Von Nessen, Research Economist at the Darla Moore School of Business, talks about what is causing the ongoing labor shortage. What do businesses need to know?…
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Gardening in the South: Tips for Success
August 11, 2022By Emma Houston Southern gardeners have to contend with hot summers, humid conditions, and sometimes heavy clay soils. But despite these challenges, gardening in the South can be extremely rewarding.…
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Hood Construction welcomes new HR Coordinator
August 10, 2022
Hood Construction announced that Virginia Johnson has joined the team in the role of Human Resources Coordinator. Virginia brings to Hood over 13 years of experience of leadership and team…
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Annual Earth & Sky Photo Contest
August 10, 2022
The Laurens County Conservation District is calling on all amateur photographers to share their photos of Laurens County. The annual Earth & Sky Photo Contest is open to all ages…
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Local Author Book Signing August 18
August 10, 2022
Laurens County author Walter Allen will be holding a book signing Thursday, August 18, 5:00-7:00 pm, at the Square Roots Store, 115 East Laurens Street, Laurens, SC. Allen is a…
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Clinton Fire Department Announces Third Annual Smoke Alarm Blitz
August 10, 2022
The City of Clinton Fire Department’s Third Annual Smoke Alarm Blitz is scheduled for October 15th. Department personnel, along with the Red Cross and state fire partners will respond to…
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Power:Ed announces new Director
August 10, 2022
Claire Gibbons has been named the Director of Power:Ed, a philanthropy of SC Student Loan, as of June 7, 2022. This fiscal year, Power:Ed will invest $900,000 in South Carolina…
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Lander Group Tours the U.K.
August 10, 2022
A study trip led by Lander University Assistant Professor of English Dr. Rachel Scoggins took in a wide swath of the United Kingdom this May. The trip was a tour…
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Charleston Metro Chamber now accepting applications for skills-based leadership program
August 10, 2022
Leadership Discovery, presented by Wells Fargo, is accepting applications until Friday, September 2. The 3-month program begins in September and has 10 sessions designed to enhance valuable leadership skills. Leadership…
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$8.4 million EDA Good Jobs Challenge Grant awarded to Charleston Chamber Foundation, E3 Foundation and Roper St. Francis Healthcare
August 10, 2022
The Charleston Chamber Foundation, through the Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce, along with Educate, Empower and Elevate Foundation (E3) and Roper St. Francis Healthcare have been selected to receive an…
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Berkeley County Council approves one-cent sales tax referendum for Nov. 8 ballot
August 10, 2022
For Roadway Resurfacing, Intersection Improvements, Greenbelt Preservation Projects & More At the Berkeley County Council meeting on Monday, August 8, 2022, Council passed third and final reading of an ordinance…
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Bon Secours Mercy Health recognized as Top 10 Company for Executive Women & Best Company for Multicultural Women
August 10, 2022
Bon Secours Mercy Health (BSMH) has received two prestigious national recognitions for its commitment to supporting, developing and promoting women leaders throughout its health system that spans seven states and…
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Clinton Ice Cream Parlor Opens to Rave Reviews
August 10, 2022
Laila’s Place in Clinton opened on Friday, August 5 to a steady stream of customers for their first two days of business. “We have been so blessed,” said Jason Devette.…
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Gregory Hauburger selected as superintendent of Congaree National Park
August 10, 2022
National Park Service (NPS) South Atlantic-Gulf acting Regional Director Lance Hatten today announced the selection of Gregory Hauburger as the new superintendent of Congaree National Park in Hopkins, South Carolina.…
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Bank of the Lowcountry welcomes Chase Talbert as new City Executive – Charleston
August 10, 2022
Bank of the Lowcountry announces Chase Talbert as its new City Executive – Charleston. In his role, Talbert will focus on growing commercial relationships in the Charleston area and in…
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Greenville Center for Creative Arts names recipients of 2022-23 Brandon Fellowship
August 10, 2022
Greenville Center for Creative Arts (GCCA) revealed the incoming class of the Brandon Fellowship at its Annual Showcase on August 5. The Fellowship is a 12-month program that aims to…
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HVAC Program Director to Put Students ‘On the Vanguard of What’s Coming’
August 10, 2022
Comfort can be as individual to a person as their fingerprint. The constant tug-of-war around office thermostats in decades past is evidence of that. And thanks to 21st century heating,…
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Infinity Marketing promotes Jeanne Morrison and Thomas Broadus
August 10, 2022Infinity Marketing, a fully integrated marketing agency in the Upstate, is pleased to announce Jeanne Morrison has been promoted to Director of Digital Strategy and Thomas Broadus has been…
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Local United Ways partner with SC Housing to allocate $11 million to housing stability services across the state
August 10, 2022
$400,000 designated for Cherokee and Union Counties Affordable housing is one of the most critical resources for economically successful communities. Local United Ways and their partners stand ready to provide…
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Senator Danny Verdin Receives Honored Alumnus Award from Bob Jones University
August 10, 2022
Senator Danny Verdin recently was recently presented with the Honored Alumnus Award from Bob Jones University Alumni Relations and the College of Arts and Science. The award recognizes Verdin for…
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