Husband and wife launch The Balanced Bra Company
August 26, 2021
Christopher and Heather St. John, Myrtle Beach locals, announced the launch of The Balanced Bra Company (The Balanced Bra Co.), an intimate fashion line created out of the need for…
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Charleston Metro Chamber announces Leadership Charleston Class of 2021
August 26, 2021
The Charleston Metro Chamber is excited to announce the participants of the Leadership Charleston Class of 2022. For over 45 years, the Chamber has offered this highly sought-after professional development opportunity. Through community immersion…
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COVID-19 vaccinations to be required for all East Cooper Medical Center staff
August 26, 2021
After thoughtful deliberation, East Cooper Medical Center will begin requiring all employees and others working in the facility to be vaccinated for COVID-19. This policy will require that all workers, including employees,…
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PC MOURNS LOSS OF DEAN JOE NIXON ’62
August 25, 2021
We are sad to share the news that Presbyterian College’s “Action Joe” passed away Tuesday, Aug. 24, 2021, in Clinton. Joseph O. Nixon, the College’s longtime dean of students and…
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Hello Weekend – What’s Going on in Laurens County
August 25, 2021
It’s the last weekend in August, how can that be? Football season is in full gear and this week is the Laurens v. Clinton rivalry game. Checik out this week’s…
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Four at Morton & Gettys named to ‘Best Lawyers,’ two others recognized as Ones to Watch
August 25, 2021
Four Morton & Gettys attorneys are recognized by The Best Lawyers in America® in the publication’s 2022 edition. Two others were named Ones to Watch. Recognized by Best Lawyers are:…
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Nine Robinson Gray attorneys honored as among ‘Legal Elite’ for 2021
August 25, 2021
Columbia Business Monthly has named nine Robinson Gray attorneys to the magazine’s Legal Elite of the Midlands list for 2021. The list recognizes Midlands lawyers whom their peers consider outstanding…
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JEDA finances Affordable Housing acquisitions throughout South Carolina
August 25, 2021
The Foundation for Affordable Housing is using $180 million in bond financing through the South Carolina Jobs-Economic Development Authority (JEDA) to acquire the following seven (7) housing developments in…
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Dominion Energy South Carolina expands Small Business Energy Solutions Program
August 25, 2021
Program incentives now include HVAC system improvements Dominion Energy South Carolina small business and nonprofit customers are now eligible for thousands of dollars in incentives when making energy efficiency improvements…
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The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics welcomes 157 new residential juniors
August 25, 2021
The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics (GSSM) welcomed 157 residential juniors from across the state of South Carolina. Throughout the middle of August, students moved onto campus…
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Dominion Energy South Carolina expands Small Business Energy Solutions Program
August 25, 2021
Program incentives now include HVAC system improvements Dominion Energy South Carolina small business and nonprofit customers are now eligible for thousands of dollars in incentives when making energy efficiency improvements…
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Beaufort Regional Chamber to honor region’s finest at annual Civitas Awards
August 25, 2021
Award Nominations now open | Awards Reception to be held October 14 The Beaufort Regional Chamber of Commerce is now requesting nominations for the annual Civitas Awards for Business Excellence,…
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Richland Two magnet programs are among best in the nation
August 25, 2021
Richland School District Two now has 25 nationally certified magnet programs at 16 schools. Four schools have recently become Nationally Certified Demonstration Magnet schools by exceeding the criteria required to…
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GSP opens first QDOBA Mexican Eats location in Upstate SC
August 25, 2021
QDOBA Mexican Eats has opened in the Grand Hall of Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport (GSP). This is the first Upstate South Carolina restaurant location for the popular fast-casual Mexican restaurant. Committed…
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City of Columbia Public Relations, Media and Marketing team wins award of excellence in the 2020 Palmetto Awards
August 25, 2021The City of Columbia Public Relations, Media and Marketing Department has won an award of excellence in the 2020 Palmetto Awards. The team was recognized in the category of “communication…
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Blythewood meeting to discuss land development rules in District 2 – Sept. 2
August 25, 2021
An upcoming in-person, drop-in meeting will give District 2 residents the opportunity to discuss recently updated land development rules with Richland County staff and ask questions. While content will be…
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For 2022, Best Lawyers honors 22 at Robinson Gray, two named Lawyers of the Year
August 25, 2021
The 2022 edition of The Best Lawyers in America® honors 22 Robinson Gray attorneys for the quality of their practice in Columbia. Two of those – J. Calhoun Watson and…
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The Vestibule Coffee and Tea – Serving Much More Than Coffee or Tea
August 25, 2021
Anyone who has enjoyed a coffee, tea or specialty drink from the Vestibule Coffee and Tea knows that it’s much more than a coffee shop. You might come in for…
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CIU is host site for Faith-Driven Entrepreneur and Investor Conferences – Sept. 8 & 9
August 25, 2021
The Columbia International University School of Business is a host site for the worldwide Faith Driven Entrepreneur Live Conference on Sept. 8 and the Faith Driven Investor Conference on Sept.…
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GSHRM hosts Workplace Flexibility Workshop on Sept. 14
August 25, 2021
As hiring activity ramps up in the U.S. labor market, employers are discovering that leveraging flexible work arrangements is as fundamental to retaining and recruiting talent as crafting competitive pay…
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Congressman Clyburn announces nearly $1 million in federal grants for fire departments in the Sixth District
August 25, 2021
Today, Congressman James E. Clyburn announced that seven fire departments in the Sixth District will receive nearly $1 million in federal grants though the Department of Homeland Security’s Assistance to…
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Yates to lead faculty development efforts at Lander University
August 25, 2021
Lander University has named Dr. Jennifer Yates as assistant provost of Faculty Development, Teaching and Learning, according to Dr. Scott Jones, provost and executive vice president for Academic Affairs at…
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Students & Parents can access educational resources from Richland Library
August 25, 2021
As students and parents across the Midlands are adjusting to back-to-school routines, Richland Library is sharing a list of supplies to tackle assignments inside and outside the classroom this year.…
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ScanSource delivers strong fourth quarter sales and profitability growth
August 25, 2021
Outstanding execution of growth opportunities; quarterly net sales up 34% year-over-year ScanSource, Inc. (NASDAQ: SCSC), a leading provider of technology products and solutions, announced financial results for the fourth quarter…
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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis Reminds PalmettoBaby Parents to File for $529 Grant by Aug. 31 Deadline
August 24, 2021
State Treasurer Curtis Loftis would like your help in reminding South Carolina parents who gave birth on May 29, 2021, that Tuesday, August 31 is the deadline to complete the…
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Laurens County Chamber Business After Hours Event – Sept. 16th
August 24, 2021
The Laurens County Chamber of Commerce will host a Business After Hours event on September 16th at Lakeside Country Club from 5:30-7:00 pm. Just what is Business After Hours? Business…
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PC SCHOOL OF PHARMACY WELCOMES CLASS OF 2025 WITH ANNUAL WHITE COAT CEREMONY
August 24, 2021
The Presbyterian College School of Pharmacy’s newest students were welcomed into the College community Aug. 20 at the school’s annual White Coat Ceremony in Belk Auditorium. The P1s of the…
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Biggest Laurens-Clinton Game in a While
August 24, 2021
Clinton is 1-0. Laurens is 0-1 but lost narrowly to last year’s Class 5A Upstate titlist. The Raiders have dominated in recent years. Historically, the Red Devils have had the…
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Raiders Release Regulations for Athletics Contests
August 24, 2021
This week’s rivalry game against Clinton is Laurens’ 1st at K.C. Hanna Stadium. The Raiders have released ticketing and parking information regarding sporting events at the school this year. Read…
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Move-In Day at Lander University brings nearly 1,800 students to residence halls
August 24, 2021
Moving Jade Kinseth into Lander University’s New Hall was no small feat. The 18-year-old freshman from Powdersville arrived and quickly filled three luggage carts and two elevators with her belongings.…
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Registration Deadline for the Laurens County Youth Livestock Show is Sept. 24th
August 24, 2021
There is only ONE month left to register for the Laurens County Youth Livestock Show. The Laurens County Youth Show is a three-day event consisting of art, beef cattle, dog,…
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Greenville Technical College cuts ribbon for Dreisbach/Anderson Student Success Center
August 24, 2021Greenville Technical College (GTC) cut ribbon on August 24, 2021 on a new concept in student services made possible by a donation from a graduate who wanted to pay her…
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ERG Payroll & HR is now guHRoo
August 24, 2021
ERG undergoes rebrand and expands to offer PEO service in Columbia, South Carolina After seven years of operating under the brand of ERG Payroll & HR, the company is rebranding…
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Colliers | South Carolina hires Caroline Bond as a Marketing Coordinator in Columbia
August 24, 2021
Colliers | South Carolina is pleased to announce that Caroline Bond has joined the company as a Marketing Coordinator in the Columbia office. “We are excited to welcome Caroline into…
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County helps with renovations to historic Ensor Keenan House
August 24, 2021
Built in 1868, newly upgraded home will be available for events, educational opportunities Even at 153 years young, Columbia’s Ensor Keenan House might be historic, but it’s not too old…
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Support 100+ local Black-benefitting nonprofits on Give 8/28 through Midlands Gives
August 24, 2021
Central Carolina Community Foundation to distribute $7,000 in matching prizes for local nonprofits On Saturday, August 28, the nation will come together to support Black-led and Black-benefitting nonprofits. Join Central…
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Dominion Energy connecting customers with available energy assistance
August 24, 2021
Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) Funding Available Dominion Energy is encouraging customers who are struggling financially to reach out for energy assistance funding currently available through the Low-Income Home…
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College of Charleston Riley Center helps make communities more livable
August 24, 2021It’s not often you get to see an institution’s namesake speak at a conference hosted by the very organization that bears his name, but such was the case recently when…
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College of Charleston celebrates 2021 Convocation
August 24, 2021Luna Sepaniak, of New York City, has officially taken her first step toward college graduation. Actually, it was closer to 237 steps. Sepaniak and 30 other new students walked from…
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Five tips for Fix and Flip
August 24, 2021
By Dalton Elliott Lima One Capital The fix-and-flip market is red hot right now, and real estate investors are reaping the benefits. House flipping is when a real estate investor buys a…
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The Gibbes Museum of Art’s Distinguished Lecture Series presents Steve Locke
August 24, 2021
Contemporary artist and vanguard of public art and memorials, Steve Locke will be the keynote speaker at the Gibbes Museum of Art’s annual Distinguished Lecture Series, taking place at the…
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Drive-thru COVID-19 testing site opens on Columbia Metropolitan Airport campus
August 24, 2021
Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE), in partnership with South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (SCDHEC), RRT and Extraordinary Headhunters, LLC., today announced that beginning Monday, August 30, 2021 CAE will host…
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FUEL accepting applications for nonprofit grant program
August 24, 2021
FUEL – a Greenville-based marketing agency offering a full suite of strategy, creative, branding, advertising, and PR services – is accepting applications for the FUEL for Good Grant program through…
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Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd’s Suzi Clawson elected to the Columbia Museum of Art Board of Trustees
August 24, 2021
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd is pleased to announce that Suzi Clawson has been elected to the Columbia Museum of Art (CMA) Board of Trustees. “I am thrilled to support the Columbia…
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Infinity Marketing promotes Meghan Foreman Dimas to Director of Analytics and Insights
August 24, 2021
Infinity Marketing, a fully integrated marketing agency in the Upstate, has promoted Meghan Foreman Dimas to Director of Analytics and Insights. “Meghan’s promotion to the director level is well-deserved,” said…
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Dee Norton Child Advocacy Center announces five new board members
August 24, 2021
Dee Norton Child Advocacy Center, the region’s leading resource to prevent abuse, protect children and heal families, is pleased to announce five new members to its board of directors. These…
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Graycliff Capital’s Seth Peterson named to GSA Forty Under 40
August 24, 2021
Graycliff Capital Partners, LLC (Graycliff Capital) is pleased to announce that Seth Peterson, Director of Development, is among the elite group of Upstate professionals to be honored in GSA Business…
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TELUS International establishing operations in Charleston County
August 24, 2021
$3.4 million initial investment will create approximately 1,200 new jobs by 2022 TELUS International, a customer experience innovator that designs, builds and delivers digital solutions for global brands, today announced…
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SCRA announces investment in cybersecurity startup, Hook Security
August 24, 2021
South Carolina Research Authority (SCRA) announces its affiliate, SC Launch, Inc.’s, investment of $250,000 in Hook Security. The Greenville-based startup is a cybersecurity training provider focused on reducing the risks…
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Columbia Economic Development launches Ambassador Pilot Program
August 24, 2021The City of Columbia Economic Development Office launched their Ambassador Pilot Program on Thursday, August 18th. The press conference was held to highlight how the program would give insight into…
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