Arts Organization Unifies Under New Name Indie Craft Parade becomes The Makers Collective
May 6, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Greenville non-profit Indie Craft Parade unveiled a new name and brand yesterday. The organization relaunched under the name Makers Collective with a new website, logo, and updated mission statement:…
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United Community Bank Announces Top Performers for First Quarter
May 6, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – United Community Bank is recognizing 12 top performing individuals and bank teams who exhibited sales and service excellence during the first quarter. The recognition is part of the…
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The Cliffs Expands Cycling Program
May 6, 2015
Richard Dunn promoted to Cycling Coach to serve with Hincapie TRAVELERS REST, SC – The Cliffs recently promoted Richard Dunn to its health and wellness team as Cycling Coach. Working…
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Tod Hyche Elected South Carolina State Chair-Elect For American College Of Trust And Estate Counsel
May 6, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Smith Moore Leatherwood LLP is pleased to announce that Tod Hyche, partner in charge of the firm’s Greenville office, has recently been elected as South Carolina State Chair-Elect…
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Michelin® XZA3®+, Our Longest-Lasting Energy Steer Tire For Line Haul Available In Two New Sizes
May 6, 2015GREENVILLE, SC – Michelin Americas Truck Tires, a division of Michelin North America, Inc., today announced the launch of two new sizes of the popular MICHELIN® XZA3®+. This ultra-fuel-efficient tire has U.S.…
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Diversity Leaders Honored at 11th Annual Upstate Diversity Leadership Awards Dinner
May 6, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Upstate leaders in the arena of diversity were honored Tuesday, May 5, 2015, at the 11th Annual Upstate Diversity Leadership Awards Dinner, presented by TD Bank. The…
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Major General George B. Harrison speaks to local Civil Air Patrol Squadron
May 6, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – “Opportunity is there for you. Hard work and perseverance will lead to success. By the way, no matter your career path, remember that public service is a…
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Concepts to Companies Announces the Launch and $1.35 Million of Funding for its Startup Factory
May 6, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Two experienced business leaders, Brian McSharry and John Warner, have launched Concepts to Companies, a startup factory. $1.35 million has been invested in Concepts to Companies to…
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Bosch Security Systems opens new distribution center in Spartanburg County
May 6, 2015
GREER, SC – Bosch Security Systems, a supplier of security, safety and communications products and services, will celebrate the opening of its newly-constructed distribution center in Greer, S.C. Executives from the…
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Julian Nexsen: 1924-2015
May 6, 2015
Julian J. Nexsen, who helped guide Nexsen Pruet from a four-attorney office to one of the region’s leading business law firms, died today in Columbia, S.C., after a long illness.…
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Piedmont Natural Gas Foundation Announces Opening 2015 Environmental Stewardship and Energy Sustainability (ES2) Grant Cycle
May 6, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – The Piedmont Natural Gas Foundation is currently accepting applications from eligible 501(c) (3) nonprofit organizations, governmental and educational institutions for its 2015 Environmental Stewardship and Energy Sustainability (ES2)…
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Manufacturing and Export Growth to Drive SC Industrial Market
May 6, 2015
Key Takeaways Capital investments continue to strengthen the South Carolina economy with investments from both national and international companies. Manufacturing employment is on the rise, but remains below pre-recession levels.…
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2015 Bob Jones University Vintage Yearbook Dedicated To Dr. Grace Hargis
May 6, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – The Bob Jones University (BJU) Vintage staff today announced the dedication of the 2015 yearbook to Dr. Grace Hargis, who has served as a BJU professor for 53…
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C. Dan Joyner, Realtors’ Teams Rank Among the Top in Nationwide Real Estate Network
May 6, 2015
Teams Honored at the Annual Real Estate Network Convention in Las Vegas GREENVILLE, SC – Four Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS’ teams were recognized with top honors for…
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C. Dan Joyner, Realtors Offices Ranked at the Top Nationwide For 2014 Results
May 6, 2015
Company Ranks #24 in U.S., Commercial Division Ranks #3 and N. Pleasantburg Office Ranks #9. GREENVILLE, SC – Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS achieved top rankings for 2014…
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South Carolina’s Largest Teacher Recruitment Fair Scheduled
May 6, 2015
South Carolina Teacher Expo Hopes to Address Unmet Demand for Teachers ROCK HILL, SC – Public school districts from across South Carolina will converge upon the South Carolina State…
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SC BlueCross Recognizes Nursing Staff For Leading The Way To Better Health
May 6, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina employs nearly 600 nurses within its group of companies who work every day to support members in reaching their health goals, managing…
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Do You Need Job Descriptions?
May 6, 2015
Matt R. Vaadi, PHR President, Executive Resource Group If you have ever asked this question, you are not alone. This question comes up frequently with small to mid-sized businesses.…
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C. Dan Joyner, Realtors Offices Ranked at the Top Nationwide For 2014 Results
May 6, 2015
Company Ranks #24 in U.S., Commercial Division Ranks #3 and N. Pleasantburg Office Ranks #9. GREENVILLE, SC – Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS achieved top rankings for 2014…
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C. Dan Joyner, Realtors’ Teams Rank Among the Top in Nationwide Real Estate Network
May 6, 2015
Teams Honored at the Annual Real Estate Network Convention in Las Vegas GREENVILLE, SC – Four Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS’ teams were recognized with top honors for…
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O’Neal Establishes Operations in Mexico
May 5, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – O’Neal, Inc. announced today the company has formed a partnership with Beck Group to establish operations in Mexico. Through the new initiative, O’Neal will provide planning, design, procurement…
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South Carolina Special Olympics Medical Team Keeps Watchful Eye Over Athletes, Coaches, Volunteers And Spectators
May 5, 2015
ANDERSON, SC – On Friday, May 1, more than 1200 special athletes, 800+ volunteers, hundreds of Soldiers and multitudes of spectators all gathered on the grounds of Fort Jackson. What…
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The Average Domestic Fare out of Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport is Lower than Regional Competitors for the Sixth Consecutive Quarter
May 5, 2015GREER, SC – Passengers flying out of Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport (GSP) continue to pay less than the average domestic fare from competing airports in the region according to the US…
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First Citizens Announces New Regional Leadership Roles
May 5, 2015RALEIGH, NC – First Citizens Bank announced today new regional leadership positions for four of its top executives. “These veteran bankers bring many years of exemplary service and experience to their new roles…
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Local Farmers Markets to Host Nutrition Program Application Events June 3-5
May 5, 2015Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program Provides Fresh Homegrown Produce for Eligible Area Seniors ANDERSON COUNTY, SC – On June 3-5, Anderson County seniors may apply for produce vouchers as part of…
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Furman University Again Selected as Beckman Scholar Institution
May 5, 2015Furman selected among only 12 institutions across the nation to participate in program for chemistry and biological sciences GREENVILLE, SC – Furman University’s Department of Chemistry has been selected…
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Wells Fargo announces winners of Succeeding Together contest
May 5, 2015Four winners, including a student from Spartanburg, will attend the 2015 Wells Fargo Championship SPARTANBURG, SC – Wells Fargo announced the winners of Succeeding TogetherSM, an essay contest that celebrates the…
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2014 S.C. Environmental Awareness Award Call for Nominations
May 5, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – The state of South Carolina is seeking nominations for an award to recognize individuals who are doing extraordinary work for the natural environment. Nominations will be accepted through…
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Upstate Organization Helping Most Vulnerable Victims of Nepal Earthquake
May 5, 2015Asks community to join its efforts GREENVILLE, SC – CBM (Christian Blind Mission), with U.S.-headquarters based in Greenville, S.C., is responding to Nepal’s recent earthquake by supplying relief efforts to…
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MeetingPoint aims to take Year of Altruism to the next level
May 5, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – How does one take a successful program that engaged many across the region on creating a “beloved community” to the next level? One word: MeetingPoint. MeetingPoint is…
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Carolina Prep to host annual 5K fundraiser
May 5, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Carolina Prep students are once again racing for excellence at Furman. Carolina International Preparatory School will host the third annual Race for Excellence on Saturday, May 16…
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MeetingPoint aims to take Year of Altruism to the next level
May 5, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – How does one take a successful program that engaged many across the region on creating a “beloved community” to the next level? One word: MeetingPoint. MeetingPoint is…
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Jackson Lewis’ Greenville Attorneys Awarded for Excellence
May 5, 2015GREENVILLE, SC – National workplace law firm Jackson Lewis P.C. congratulates the following Greenville attorneys for being honored by their peers: • Shareholder Wendy L. Furhang, and Associates John W.…
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LS3P Recognizes Outstanding Team Members in the Firm’s Greenville Office
May 4, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – LS3P congratulates Todd Reichard, AIA, LEED AP and Steve Wilson on their new positions as Senior Associates in the firm’s Greenville office. The firm is also pleased…
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MBA student wins top prize for his startup company pitch at DIG South
May 4, 2015
CLEMSON, SC — For the second year in a row, a student in Clemson’s MBA in Entrepreneurship & Innovation program has taken first place in the business-plan pitch competition at…
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Engineering alumnus establishes endowed professorship
May 4, 2015
CLEMSON, SC — Professional engineer Richard Cottingham and his wife, Nancy, of Seneca have pledged $500,000 to establish the J. Richard (’66) and Nancy W. Cottingham Distinguished Professor of Civil…
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Robots to join artists in downtown Greenville
May 4, 2015
Clemson University plans activities, partnership announcement for Artisphere GREENVILLE, SC – The arts festival that begins its 11th year this weekend has always filled downtown Greenville with the work of…
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May events at Wofford College
May 4, 2015Concerts, end-of-year activities highlight month SPARTANBURG, SC – A variety of concerts and end-of-the-academic-year activities highlight the May calendar at Wofford College. These events are open to the public and…
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Furman University to Hold Spring Commencement May 9
May 4, 2015GREENVILLE, SC – Harold C. Warlick, Jr., a 1968 Furman University graduate and former dean of the chapel and religion professor at High Point University, will serve as commencement speaker…
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Steve Sumner Selected To 2015 South Carolina Super Lawyers List For DUI Defense
May 4, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – For the third year in a row, Attorney Steve W. Sumner has been selected to the 2015 South Carolina Super Lawyers list for DUI Defense. Each year,…
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Upstate Forever Seeks New Executive Director
May 4, 2015Founder and Current Executive Director Brad Wyche Will Become Senior Advisor GREENVILLE, SC – Upstate Forever announced that founder and Executive Director Brad Wyche will retire this summer and that it…
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TNS Names TD Bank 2015 TNS Choice Award Winner for Best Small Business Bank
May 4, 2015GREENVILLE, SC – TD Bank announced that it is the recipient of the 2015 TNS Choice Award for Small Business Banking nationwide. The category includes financial institutions that provide small business products…
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Furman Political Science Professors Nelson and Guth Write Book About Religion and The European Union
May 4, 2015GREENVILLE, SC – Furman University political science professors Brent F. Nelsen, Ph.D., and James L. Guth, Ph.D., have published a new book about religion and the European Union. Religion and…
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2015 SC Super Lawyers & Rising Stars Listing Includes 35 Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd Lawyers
May 4, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd is pleased to announce 35 of its lawyers are included in the 2015 edition of South Carolina Super Lawyers. This distinction includes 12 young…
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Carolina Prep to host annual 5K fundraiser
May 4, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Carolina Prep students are once again racing for excellence at Furman. Carolina International Preparatory School will host the third annual Race for Excellence on Saturday, May 16…
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Clemson University commencement set for May 8
May 4, 2015
CLEMSON, SC – Clemson University officials will award degrees to approximately 3,000 students in three commencement ceremonies in Littlejohn Coliseum Friday, May 8. The first ceremony, beginning at 9:30 a.m.,…
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Engenius brings focused web marketing to Upstate small businesses
May 4, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – With the recent explosion in the variety of web marketing tools, how do you manage to effectively reach different audiences in the right way, without making web…
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Engenius brings focused web marketing to Upstate small businesses
May 4, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – With the recent explosion in the variety of web marketing tools, how do you manage to effectively reach different audiences in the right way, without making web…
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Public Relations Excellence Recognized at Annual SCPRSA Mercury Awards Event
May 3, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – The South Carolina Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America (SCPRSA) hosted its annual Mercury Awards celebration on Thursday, April 30 in Columbia. Communication professionals from across…
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African American Chamber urges black voters to keep an open mind, consider both parties
May 2, 2015
SOUTH CAROLINA – As the 2016 presidential primaries approach, the S.C. African American Chamber of Commerce is urging black voters to study all candidates in both parties. “It’s no secret…
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