Allen Tate Realtors Announces Top Producers for September 2014
October 7, 2014
GREENVILLE, SC – Kathy Weeks, Upstate Regional Vice President at Allen Tate Realtors, announced Top Agents for September 2014. In the Greenville-Midtown Office, John Neil was Top Listing Agent and…
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Global Aviation Engine Manufacturer Chooses GreenWood, Inc. for Production Equipment Maintenance Services
October 7, 2014
GREENVILLE, SC – GreenWood, Inc., an integrated operations, maintenance and construction solutions provider, was recently awarded a contract to deliver on-going production equipment maintenance services for a world-leading provider of aviation…
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Wells Fargo Senior Vice Presidents Brian Rogers and Matt Puckett to Chair American Heart Association’s 2015 Annual Upstate Heart Walk
October 7, 2014
GREENVILLE, SC – Brian Rogers and Matt Puckett, Senior Vice Presidents of Wells Fargo Bank and Insurance Services, will serve as co-chairs for the American Heart Association’s 2015 Upstate Heart…
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Recognize your local arts hero with a Verner Award nomination
October 7, 2014
COLUMBIA, SC – It’s now easier than ever to nominate your local arts hero for the state’s highest award in the arts. All it takes is a letter to nominate an…
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Allen Tate Realtors Announces Top Producers for September 2014
October 7, 2014
GREENVILLE, SC – Kathy Weeks, Upstate Regional Vice President at Allen Tate Realtors, announced Top Agents for September 2014. In the Greenville-Midtown Office, John Neil was Top Listing Agent and…
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Global Aviation Engine Manufacturer Chooses GreenWood, Inc. for Production Equipment Maintenance Services
October 7, 2014
GREENVILLE, SC – GreenWood, Inc., an integrated operations, maintenance and construction solutions provider, was recently awarded a contract to deliver on-going production equipment maintenance services for a world-leading provider of aviation…
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Greenville B-Cycle Teams Up With Local Partners On October Helmet Giveaway
October 6, 2014
100 free bike helmets available during October at four sites in downtown Greenville GREENVILLE, SC – Greenville B-cycle is teaming up with the City of Greenville, Greenville Transit Authority…
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The Caine Companies raise over $49,000 for United Way, Surpassing Company Goal
October 6, 2014GREENVILLE, SC – The Caine Companies raised $49,026.10 for the 2014 United Way of Greenville County Campaign. With 75% company participation, they surpassed their goal by $12,000. “Supporting United Way…
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REI Grant Supports Volunteer Projects on the GHS Swamp Rabbit Trail
October 6, 2014GREENVILLE, SC – The Greater Greenville Parks Foundation received a $10,000 grant from REI Greenville to support Park Hero volunteer projects on the Greenville Health System Swamp Rabbit Trail operated…
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Two alumni, community leader to be honored during Homecoming 2014
October 6, 2014SPARTANBURG, SC – Wofford College will honor two alumni and a community leader during Homecoming 2014 activities set for Friday and Saturday, Oct. 24 and 25. Other Homecoming activities include…
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CU-ICAR executive director joins SAE Foundation board
October 6, 2014GREENVILLE, SC – Clemson University International Center for Automotive Research (CU-ICAR) Executive Director Fred Cartwright has been appointed to the SAE Foundation board of trustees. SAE Foundation is the charitable arm of SAE…
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Leadership South Carolina Announces Class Members, Prepares Leaders for Public Service
October 6, 2014
GREENVILLE, SC – Leadership South Carolina, the state’s oldest and most recognized leadership development program, announces the newest members living in the Upstate: Stacy Coulter of The Spa at West…
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Furman Board of Trustees Welcomes Six New Board Members at Fall Meeting
October 6, 2014GREENVILLE, S.C.—The Furman University Board of Trustees welcomed six new members to the board during its fall meeting Saturday. The new trustees are John Donald Anderson of Charlotte, N.C., Christopher…
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Citizens group releases video explaining road referendum benefits
October 6, 2014GREENVILLE, SC – The Citizens for a Better Greenville continue to educate voters about the November roads referendum with the release of their latest video, which explains the benefits of…
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City and County Celebrate Opening of New Conestee Dog Park
October 6, 2014
GREENVILLE, SC – Elected officials and staff from Greenville County and the City of Greenville gathered last week at Conestee Park to celebrate the partnership that made the new Conestee Dog Park…
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Anderson-Oconee-Pickens Business & Industry Showcase
October 6, 2014ANDERSON, SC – Middle and high school students from Anderson, Oconee and Pickens County School Districts attended the 2014 Anderson-Oconee-Pickens Business & Industry Showcase held October 1 and 2 at…
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Anderson County Wastewater Department Selected as SCRWA Wastewater System of the Year
October 6, 2014ANDERSON COUNTY, SC – Anderson County Wastewater Department was recently recognized as the 2014 Waste Water System of the Year during the South Carolina Rural Water Association’s (SCRWA) Annual Conference.…
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Greenlink Encourages Public to “Try Transit”
October 6, 2014
GREENVILLE SC – Greenlink is celebrating Try Transit Month in October with a fare-free day on Oct. 18, and special offers from the Greenville Road Warriors and The Children’s Museum of…
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Green Cloud Adds Another $4 Million to Fund Expansion
October 6, 2014
GREENVILLE, SC – Green Cloud Technologies, a channel only Cloud technology solutions provider, has announced the closing of $3.1 million of additional equity from its existing investors and the increase and…
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DNA Presented at SCASA Conference
October 5, 2014
GREENVILLE, SC – DNA Creative Communications (DNA), a public relations and marketing agency for nonprofits in Greenville, SC, presented Recruiting via Social Media at the South Carolina Association of School Administrators…
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Dr. Sam Horn to Join BJU as VP for Ministerial Advancement
October 5, 2014
GREENVILLE, SC – Bob Jones University President Steve Pettit named Dr. Sam Horn as Vice President for Ministerial Advancement effective January, 2015. Horn will also serve as Dean of the…
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DNA Presented at SCASA Conference
October 5, 2014
GREENVILLE, SC – DNA Creative Communications (DNA), a public relations and marketing agency for nonprofits in Greenville, SC, presented Recruiting via Social Media at the South Carolina Association of School Administrators…
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Featured Farms Unearthed; Ingredient Sneak Peek for Fall Harvest Week at Motor Supply Co. Bistro
October 5, 2014Oct. 7-12, 2014 COLUMBIA, SC – New Midlands farms join the ranks for Motor Supply’s Fall Harvest Week, October 7-12, 2014, the weeklong fête featuring a specialty dinner menu…
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Activity Beginning to Gain Momentum – Greenville Office Market Report
October 3, 2014
KEY TAKEAWAYS > Vacancy rate is down and average asking rental rates are increasing. > Office-using employment surpasses pre-recession employment levels in Greenville. > New Class A office is planned for the Central…
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JDPR Announces Fall 2014 Interns
October 3, 2014
GREENVILLE, SC – Jeff Dezen Public Relations (JDPR) has hired three interns—Alex Buchart, Jack Evans and Cary Lynn Nabors—for the company’s fall Executive Management Assistance Program (EMAP) positions. During the three-month program, they will…
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SC Treasurer’s Office Names Scott Lindenberg Public Information Director
October 3, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – Scott Lindenberg has joined the South Carolina Office of State Treasurer as public information director. Lindenberg will oversee strategic communications for the office including marketing and branding,…
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SC Treasurer’s Office Names Scott Lindenberg Public Information Director
October 3, 2014
COLUMBIA, SC – Scott Lindenberg has joined the South Carolina Office of State Treasurer as public information director. Lindenberg will oversee strategic communications for the office including marketing and branding,…
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South Carolina Department of Agriculture Names Amy London Grants Coordinator
October 2, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – The South Carolina Department of Agriculture (SCDA) is pleased to announce the promotion of Amy London to Grants Coordinator. In this new role, Amy will serve the entire…
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Crawford Strategy Hires Public Relations Account Manager
October 2, 2014
GREENVILLE, SC – Crawford Strategy welcomes Emily Moseley to the team as an Account Manager. Moseley brings more than seven years of experience to Crawford Strategy, a full-service marketing, brand…
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Tactical Medical Solutions Expands Anderson County Presence
October 2, 2014Trauma Supplies Company Invests $2.5 Million On Larger Campus Creating 15 New Jobs ANDERSON, SC – A company specializing in medical and triage supplies for first responders, military and…
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Duke Energy enhances its coal ash management operations
October 2, 2014Establishes National Ash Management Advisory Board of independent experts to provide advice and counsel on permanent coal ash storage solutions Creates dedicated Coal Combustion Products organization to manage day-to-day operations…
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SYNNEX Corporation Reports Fiscal 2014 Third Quarter Results
October 2, 2014
Exceptional Performance Drives Record Results FREMONT, CA – SYNNEX Corporation (NYSE: SNX), a leading business process services company, announced financial results for the fiscal third quarter ended August 31, 2014. Q3…
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Greenville Health System Celebrates Addition of Oconee Medical Campus
October 2, 2014
Hospital’s new name is Oconee Memorial Hospital SENECA, SC – Greenville Health System celebrated the addition of its eighth hospital campus Wednesday with several events at the newly renamed…
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South Carolina expands small business export initiative with SCOPE
October 2, 2014Program generated $4.7 million in export sales since 2011 CHARLESTON, SC – The State of South Carolina is expanding its export initiative for in-state businesses through a new program: South Carolina Opportunities…
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South Carolina Agent Joins National Big “I” Leadership Team
October 1, 2014Jon Jensen of Spartanburg is newest member of the association’s executive committee. ALEXANDRIA, VA – The Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America (IIABA or the Big “I”) is proud…
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Social Innovation Fund Invests in ICS to Support Early Childhood Outcomes
October 1, 2014
COLUMBIA, SC – ICS was awarded with a grant of more than $780,000 to support early childhood outcomes. The grant, provided by the Corporation for National and Community Service’ s…
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Gov. Nikki Haley Announces Bullying Prevention Month
October 1, 2014
COLUMBIA, SC – Governor Nikki Haley today issued a statewide proclamation designating the month of October as Bullying Prevention Month. The proclamation is a part of Gov. Haley’s anti-bullying initiative, meant…
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Southeast Aviation Expo 2014 was a High Flying Success
October 1, 2014GREENVILLE, SC – “From flying EAA Young Eagles to flying beagles, and other animals saved by Pilots N Paws, and everything aviation in between the Southeast Aviation Expo had it…
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SC Hispanic Chamber Develops Upstate Leaders through Leadership Seminar
October 1, 2014NORTH CHARLESTON, SC – Last Saturday, the SC Hispanic Chamber of Commerce hosted a leadership seminar featuring guest speakers Lydia Cotton and Maribel Acosta. Cotton is North Charleston’s liaison to…
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Solar Atmospheres Opening First Southeastern Facility In Greenville County
October 1, 2014
$15 Million Investment Expected To Create 11 New Jobs GREENVILLE, SC – Solar Atmospheres, a leading commercial heat treating company, is establishing its first Southeastern operations in Greenville County to better…
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Fans can now become voting members of the South Carolina Football Hall of Fame
October 1, 2014GREENVILLE, SC – The South Carolina Football Hall of Fame (SCFHOF) will be opening online voting for the 2015 South Carolina Collegiate Player of the Year Award and the 2015 Inductee…
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Greenville B-Cycle And Greenlink To Offer Fare-Free October
October 1, 2014
Greenville B-cycle and Greenlink Partner to Encourage Use of Buses and Bikes for Everyday Transportation GREENVILLE, SC – Greenville B-cycle and Greenlink are teaming up to offer “Fare-Free October” –…
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Orthopaedic Associates Welcomes Spine Specialist Dr. Chi Lim to its Team
October 1, 2014
SPARTANBURG, SC – Orthopaedic Associates, PA (OA) announced that Dr. Chi Lim recently joined its practice of nine physicians. Dr. Lim is a fellowship-trained spine specialist, focusing on the treatment of spine…
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Fans can now become voting members of the South Carolina Football Hall of Fame
October 1, 2014GREENVILLE, SC – The South Carolina Football Hall of Fame (SCFHOF) will be opening online voting for the 2015 South Carolina Collegiate Player of the Year Award and the 2015 Inductee…
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C. Frank Hyatt Joins Berkshire Hathaway Homeservices C. Dan Joyner, Realtors
September 30, 2014
GREENVILLE, SC – Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announced that C. Frank Hyatt has joined the company as a Sales Associate with the Jan Walker Team at the Greer office.…
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Roylco Celebrates 45 years in Business
September 30, 2014
ANDERSON, SC – ROYLCO LTD. announced its 45th birthday celebration this year! Roylco has been in business since 1969, starting in Waterloo, Canada before establishing a sister company (Roylco Inc.) in…
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Alumni Stanziones give $100,000 to ClemsonLIFE
September 30, 2014
CLEMSON, SC — The ClemsonLIFE (Learning is for Everyone) program will have additional growth opportunities thanks to a $100,000 gift from Clemson alumnus Bob Stanzione and his wife, Kaye. Kaye Stanzione (fourth…
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Economics professor participating in FCC Open Internet Roundtable
September 30, 2014
CLEMSON, SC — Clemson University economics professor Thomas Hazlett will participate Thursday on a Federal Communications Commission panel on the “Economics of Broadband: Market Successes and Market Failures.” The FCC Open Internet…
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Engineers gathered in Anderson focus on unsung hero of construction industry
September 30, 2014
Brick in the spotlight as Clemson University finishes building ‘hotbox’ CLEMSON, SC – Engineers from across the country are gathering today in Anderson to focus on a building material that…
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Clemson University to begin field experiments on nuclear-waste storage
September 30, 2014
More than 20 researchers to collaborate on study CLEMSON, SC – A team of more than 20 researchers from across the state will begin running field experiments at Clemson University…
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