Ridge View High School wins 12 State Communication Awards
July 26, 2021
For the second year in a row, the South Carolina chapter of the National School Public Relations Association (SC/NSPRA) hosted a virtual ceremony to honor Rewards for Excellence recipients. Ridge…
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Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS welcomes Maria “Liza” Arbore to the Company’s Woodruff at Five Forks office
July 26, 2021
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announced that Maria “Liza” Arbore has joined the company’s Woodruff at Five Forks office as a sales associate. After living in Greenville for…
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Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS welcomes Thomas Butler Evers to the Company’s North Pleasantburg office
July 26, 2021
Berkshire Hathaway Home Services C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announced that Thomas Butler Evers has joined the company’s N. Pleasantburg office as a sales associate and will be a part of…
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Southeastern Freight Lines recognized as 2020 Total Quality Logistics Preferred LTL Carrier of the Year
July 26, 2021
Southeastern Freight Lines, a leading provider of regional less-than-truckload (LTL) transportation services, has been recognized as the 2020 Total Quality Logistics (TQL) Preferred LTL Carrier of the Year for the Southeast region.…
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County renews call for input on new land development rules
July 26, 2021
A series of in-person events beginning this week will help inform Richland County residents about newly rewritten land development regulations before the new rules are finalized. The rules make up…
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Wilson Associates welcomes Reid Tollison as Realtor Associate
July 26, 2021
Wilson Associates Real Estate welcomed Reid Tollison to its select team of real estate professionals. After graduating from the University of South Carolina, Reid came home and immediately put her…
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Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS welcomes Kyle McClenny to the Company’s North Pleasantburg office
July 26, 2021Berkshire Hathaway Home Services C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announced that Kyler McClenny has joined the company’s N. Pleasantburg office as a sales associate. McClenny has always had a servicing heart,…
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Hire Me SC launches new employment resource for families of people with disabilities
July 26, 2021
Free online tool seeks to close the employment gap in South Carolina Hire Me SC — a statewide workforce development campaign to increase employment outcomes for young adults with intellectual and…
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Frampton’s Keaton Green named among Charleston’s Class of Forty Under 40
July 26, 2021
Keaton Green, vice president of Frampton Construction, has been selected by the Charleston Regional Business Journal for the 2021 Class of Forty Under 40. The Forty Under 40 program honors…
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United Community Banks, Inc. reports second quarter results
July 26, 2021
EPS of $0.78, Return on Assets of 1.46% and Return on Common Equity of 14.1% United Community Banks, Inc. (NASDAQ: UCBI) (United) today announced that net income for the second…
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Forest Lawn Cemetery – An Update on Needed Repairs
July 26, 2021
Updated July 28, 2021 It’s been widely reported that the mausoleum at Forest Lawn Cemetery in Laurens is in very bad condition. We’re not talking about a little neglect or…
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OneSpartanburg, Inc. named 2021 U.S. Chamber of the Year
July 26, 2021
OneSpartanburg, Inc. was named Chamber of the Year by the Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives (ACCE) on Tuesday. ACCE is a national association of more than 1,600 chambers of…
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NCHS art students’ work displayed on billboards throughout the county
July 26, 2021
At the end of this past school year, students at North Charleston High School (NCHS) received the opportunity for their art to be displayed on billboards throughout the Charleston Area.…
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Read these cancer prevention tips before firing up that backyard grill
July 26, 2021
Roper St. Francis Healthcare physician says what we grill and how we grill really matters Backyard grills across the Lowcountry are getting quite a workout with summer in full swing.…
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Annual ‘Operation Move-out’ initiative to begin July 29
July 26, 2021
The city of Charleston’s annual “Operation Move-out” initiative will begin at 8 a.m. on Thursday, July 29 and be conducted through 5 p.m. on Tuesday, August 3, excluding Sunday, August…
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Wando volleyball earns national honor for fifth consecutive year
July 26, 2021
Wando High School announced the volleyball program received the USMC/AVCA Team Academic Award for the 2020-2021 season. The United States Marine Corps (USMC) and the American Volleyball Coaches Association (AVCA)…
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Hire Me SC launches new employment resource for families of people with disabilities
July 26, 2021
Free online tool seeks to close the employment gap in South Carolina Hire Me SC — a statewide workforce development campaign to increase employment outcomes for young adults with intellectual and…
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First accelerated MBA cohort crosses finish line
July 26, 2021
In 10 short months, six students in Charleston Southern University’s Accelerated MBA program have completed their degree. Alexander Andronica, Ana Brown, Yolanda Chang, Caitlyn Emberson, Alannah Peters and Owen Ravenel kicked off the…
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Dedication of memorial plaque honoring the U.S. Coast Guard’s presence in the City of Charleston
July 26, 2021
Please join Charleston Mayor John Tecklenburg; USCG Base Charleston Commanding Officer, Captain Veronica Brecht; USCG Sector Charleston Commanding Officer, Captain John D. Cole; USCG Cutter Hamilton Commanding Officer, Captain Matthew T.…
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Advanced Manufacturing and Engineering Night coming to Fluor Field – August 3rd
July 26, 2021The Greenville Drive, BMW, Hubbell Lighting, and Greenville Technical College will host Advanced Manufacturing & Engineering Night at Fluor Field on Tuesday, August 3. After executing a successful “virtual” format…
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Global Settlement in James Brown Estate Case
July 26, 2021
Lengthy mediation resolves decade-old litigation over singer’s estate and assets On behalf of Russell Bauknight (Personal Representative of the James Brown Estate and Trustee of The James Brown Irrevocable Trust)…
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Laurens District 55 Announces Schedule Pick Up
July 25, 2021
Laurens District 55 High School has announced the following dates for schedule pick up: Schedule pick up for seniors, juniors and sophomores will take place July 26 and 27…
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PL Developments Team from Clinton Completes Supply Chain Logistics Certification
July 24, 2021
Members of the PL Developments Warehouse and Logistics team recently completed the SC Supply Chain Logistics Certification Course at Piedmont Technical College’s Economic Development and Continuing Education Division. The 10-week…
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‘Jim’ Lander Honored with New Scholarship at Lander University
July 24, 2021
Descendants of Rev. Samuel Lander, the founder of Lander University, have created a scholarship honoring his great-grandson, former South Carolina statesman, comptroller general and Lander University alumnus James Lander, who…
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PC Elevates Brugmann to Head Strength & Conditioning Coach
July 24, 2021
CLINTON, S.C. – Presbyterian College athletics has announced Jared Brugmann as the program’s new head strength and conditioning coach. “I’m extremely excited about being the new head strength and conditioning…
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Breaking News – City of Laurens Takes Top Award at South Carolina Municipal Association Annual Meeting
July 24, 2021
The city of Laurens was well represented at the South Carolina Municipal Association Annual Meeting. The conference was held July 22-24, 2021 at Hilton Head Island, SC. Representing Laurens at…
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Gov. Henry McMaster signs the Student Identification Card Suicide Prevention Act into law
July 23, 2021Governor Henry McMaster was joined by Lieutenant Governor Pamela S. Evette, members of the General Assembly, and state leaders for a ceremonial bill signing of S.231, the Student Identification Card…
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GADC names officers, adds three directors to board
July 23, 2021
The Greenville Area Development Corporation (GADC), charged with promoting and enhancing quality of life in Greenville County by facilitating job growth and investment, has named Don Erickson as Chairman of…
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Laurens YMCA to Hold Blood Drive – Monday, July 26th
July 23, 2021
Laurens YMCA will hold a blood drive on Monday, July 26th from 9:30-11:45 am at their location (410 Anderson Drive, Laurens). To schedule an appointment scan the URL code in…
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Edwin McCain in Concert – Younts Center for Performing Arts Fundraiser
July 23, 2021
The Younts Center is honored to host EDWIN McCAIN IN CONCERT as a fundraiser for our beautiful performing arts venue in the heart of Fountain Inn. Join us on August…
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Home Works named nonprofit partner with Lowe’s
July 23, 2021
Home Works of America, a home repair organization serving low income elderly homeowners in need in South Carolina, has been selected as a nonprofit partner with Lowe’s Home Improvement. The…
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LS3P welcomes Grant Wylie, Kevin Jiang, and Caroline Pedrotti
July 23, 2021
LS3P welcomed Grant Wylie, Associate AIA, and Kevin Jiang, WELL AP, as Emerging Professionals and Caroline Pedrotti as an Interior Designer in the firm’s Charleston office. Wylie brings nearly 5…
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Richland County Sheriff’s Dept. receives top awards from ESGR and the American Legion
July 23, 2021
Sheriff Lott praised by Civilian Aide to the Secretary of the Army By W. Thomas Smith Jr. The Richland County Sheriff’s Department (RCSD) and two RCSD officers – Major Maria…
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Online education begins at Ben Lippen School this fall
July 23, 2021
The Crest Online (TCO), a new learning alternative from Ben Lippen School, will begin offering ninth-grade courses this fall. The ninth-grade course launch is just step one in the multi-year…
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Pat McNamara joins Joan Herlong &Associates Sotheby’s International Realty
July 23, 2021
One of the Upstate’s leading land brokers, Pat McNamara, has joined Joan Herlong & Associates Sotheby’s International Realty. A Greenville native and a Clemson University graduate, McNamara has been in…
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The Cliffs welcomes Chris Rhodes as general manager of The Cliffs at Walnut Cove
July 23, 2021
The Cliffs announced that Chris Rhodes has joined its team as general manager of The Cliffs at Walnut Cove. An industry-certified professional with more than a decade of private club…
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NAI Columbia welcomes Will DuPree to the brokerage team
July 23, 2021
NAI Columbia announced the addition of Will DuPree to the Columbia brokerage team. Will joins NAI Columbia as a Brokerage Associate with a focus on medical offices and investment properties.…
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Barnwell PV 1, LLC establishing operations in Barnwell County
July 23, 2021Company is investing $75 million into solar project Barnwell PV 1, LLC, a solar solutions company, announced plans to establish operations in Barnwell County. The company is investing $75 million…
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South Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association to host Restaurant Week Greenville after year hiatus
July 23, 2021It’s almost the tastiest time of the year! Get your taste buds ready and bring your appetites as Restaurant Week Greenville makes its much-anticipated return August 5-15. Restaurant Week is…
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Laurens County selected as South Carolina Community Planning Assistance Team’s Annual Project
July 23, 2021
Laurens County was recently selected by the Community Planning Assistance Team (CPAT) program for its annual project. The CPAT is a premier community outreach initiative of the South Carolina chapter…
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2021 Laurens Youth Livestock Show Scheduled for October 2nd, 8th and 9th
July 23, 2021
Laurens County 4-H will host the 2021 Laurens Youth Livestock Show on October 2nd & October 8th-9th! The show is open to any current 4-H or FFA members. Shows will…
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BRN Sleep Products establishing operations in Orangeburg County
July 23, 2021More than $4.3 million investment will create more than 300 new jobs BRN Sleep Products, a premium manufacturer and supplier of bedding products, today announced plans to establish operations in…
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SC Probation and Parole Agency Appoints Gambrell to Divisional Deputy Director
July 23, 2021
Columbia, SC- Chad Gambrell of Laurens County has been appointed Deputy Director of Offender Su- pervision and Enforcement Services with the South Carolina Department of Probation, Parole and Par- don…
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PC President to Coach Kelley – Is there Ever a Time to Punt?
July 22, 2021
PC President Matt vandenBerg has a sense of humor and it shows in the 2021 PC ticket promotion video. There is great interest and anticipation for the upcoming season with…
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Greenwood — and 3 ex-Raiders — Ousted from Legion Playoffs
July 22, 2021
Greenwood Post 20 fell one series shy of a trip to the American Legion state baseball tournament. After slipping past the Braves 4-2 in game one, Greer eliminated Post 20…
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Gov. Henry McMaster Signs the Student Identification Card Suicide Prevention Act Into Law
July 22, 2021
COLUMBIA, S.C. – Governor Henry McMaster was joined today by Lieutenant Governor Pamela S. Evette, members of the General Assembly, and state leaders for a ceremonial bill signing of S.231, the Student Identification…
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Statewide expedition celebrates seven natural wonders of the Palmetto State
July 22, 2021
SC7 participants list reads like a who’s who of celebrated South Carolinians By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Several years ago when global expedition leader and future S.C. Floodwater Commission Chair…
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Your Crawlspace, Inc. expanding operations in Charleston County
July 22, 2021
More than $3.6 million investment will create 40 new jobs Your Crawlspace, Inc. (YCS), a patented crawlspace encapsulation manufacturing and distribution company, today announced plans to expand operations in Charleston County.…
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“Prelude to War” Next in Series of Revolutionary War Lectures Hosted by the Laurens County Museum
July 22, 2021
“Prelude to War” The Laurens County Museum Revolutionary War Lecture Series continues with “Prelude to War” on Tuesday, August 3, 2021, 7:00 pm, at the Witherspoon Building, 116 South Public…
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Q2 Market Reports + Five Fast Facts | Charleston
July 22, 2021
