Survey Finds Moms Crave Technology This Mother’s Day
May 9, 2015
Research conducted by Verizon Wireless also uncovers a disconnect between the gifts mom wants this Mother’s Day versus the gifts their kids think they want. GREENVILLE, SC – A new…
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Nominations Open for 2015 James F. Barker Ethics in Action Award
May 9, 2015
CLEMSON, SC – Clemson University’s Rutland Institute for Ethics has opened nominations for its annual James F. Barker Ethics in Action Award. The purpose of the award is to recognize…
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Green Cloud Technologies Awarded $1.5M Healthcare Contract
May 9, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Green Cloud Technologies, a Cloud technology solutions provider was awarded a multi-year $1.5M services contract by a leading regional technology solutions provider. Green Cloud will provide a virtual,…
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Immedion Reinforces Commitment to Availability and Security with SOC 2 Type II Compliance
May 9, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Immedion LLC, South Carolina and Western North Carolina’s premiere provider of data center services including Cloud, colocation and managed services, announced today the successful completion of their SOC…
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Synalloy Announces Fire Damage at Palmer Unit Plant
May 9, 2015
SPARTANBURG, SC – Synalloy Corporation, a growth oriented company that engages in a number of diverse business activities including the production of stainless steel pipe, fiberglass and steel storage tanks, and specialty…
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State House Report: Top Three Things You Need to Know
May 9, 2015
By Ashley Hunter Governor Signs SC State Bill; Senate GOP Proposes New Roads Plan and Senate Adopts Budget A Conference Committee of 3 House Members and 3 Senators…
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The Woodlands at Furman goes global for CCRC Week
May 7, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – International flair comes to the Woodlands next week in their annual celebration of Continuing Care Retirement Communities (CCRC) Week. This year’s theme will be Festival of Nations, celebrating…
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$541,218 Awarded at Greenville Women Giving’s 9th Annual Meeting Total Grants Surpass $3.6 Million
May 7, 2015
A Special Initiative of The Community Foundation of Greenville GREENVILLE, SC – Greenville Women Giving, a local women’s philanthropic organization, presented eight grants totaling $541,218 to selected Greenville County non-profit…
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The Woodlands at Furman goes global for CCRC Week
May 7, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – International flair comes to the Woodlands next week in their annual celebration of Continuing Care Retirement Communities (CCRC) Week. This year’s theme will be Festival of Nations, celebrating…
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Spartanburg Receives National Grant to Build Creativity Spots on Northside
May 6, 2015SPARTANBURG, SC — The Arts Partnership of Greater Spartanburg (TAP) has been awarded a $30,000 grant from the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) todesign, site, and construct artlets in the city’s…
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Proactive Practice Boot Camp CLE
May 6, 2015CHARLESTON, SC – Law Strategy Corp is pleased to announce the Proactive Practice Boot Camp CLE, taking place in Columbia, Charleston and Greenville this month. Featuring nationally acclaimed litigator Don…
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Stewart-Haas Racing Announces Classic Paint Scheme Program for Darlington
May 6, 2015
Reigning NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Champion and Defending Southern 500 Winner Kevin Harvick Unveils Retro Budweiser Design for ‘The Tradition Returns’ Weekend GREENVILLE, SC – With the NASCAR Hall of Fame…
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104th Commencement @ Spartanburg Methodist College will inspire all to claim the life to which the Spirit calls
May 6, 2015
SPARTANBURG, SC – Spartanburg Methodist College will hold their 104th commencement exercises at 10 a.m. on Saturday, May 9th in Bridges Arena to celebrate an estimated 200 students who have…
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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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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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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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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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