Award-winning journalist Jamie Lovegrove joins NP Strategy
September 13, 2021
Jamie Lovegrove, an award-winning journalist deeply versed in Palmetto State politics and media, will join the rapidly growing team at NP Strategy, a strategic communications firm serving clients across the…
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Red Devils Dominate Calhoun County
September 12, 2021
Calhoun County, a small school in St. Matthews, did Clinton a great favor by agreeing to play the Red Devils after Swansea had to cancel. Not only did Clinton play…
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Blue Hose Light the Scoreboard Again
September 12, 2021
Danny Barletta, who works for DHK Sports and is from Saugus, Mass., has seen two Presbyterian College football games. The Blue Hose scored 152 points in the two games. Barletta…
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Ben Talbert, CEO of Better Than Found Search Firm, appointed to SEAL Future Foundation Networking Committee
September 12, 2021
Ben Talbert, founder and CEO of Better Than Found, a professional and executive recruitment firm focusing on industrial sectors in manufacturing, engineering, and construction, has been appointed to the SEAL…
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Lander Alumnus Leon Lott Earns National, State Honors
September 12, 2021
Lander University alumnus Leon Lott has been named Sheriff of the Year 2021 by the National Sheriffs’ Association (NSA). He is the first sheriff from the Palmetto State to receive…
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Piedmont Tech Sees Surge in Dual Enrollment Students
September 12, 2021
Piedmont Technical College (PTC) this fall has seen a surge in high school students looking to get a head start on their career pathways. In total, PTC has nearly 900…
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Clinton First Responders Walk to Remember 9/11
September 11, 2021
Everyone who was alive in 2001 remembers where they were when planes crashed into the World Trade Center, and later the Pentagon and Shanksville, Pennsylvania on Sept. 11. It was…
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Laurens County Council Meeting – September 14th
September 11, 2021
Laurens County Council will meet for a regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, September 14th. The meeting location is the old historic courthouse on the square in Laurens. The meeting starts…
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OTO Development acquires DoubleTree by Hilton Cocoa Beach
September 10, 2021
OTO Development has added DoubleTree by Hilton Cocoa Beach Oceanfront to its growing portfolio. South Carolina-based OTO Development, which is part of The Johnson Group, acquired the DoubleTree by Hilton…
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Grace Herlong Loveless named one of Greenville’s Best & Brightest under 35
September 10, 2021
Grace Herlong Loveless has been named one of Greenville’s Best and Brightest under age 35. A real estate agent with Joan Herlong & Associates Sotheby’s International Realty, she is a…
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CAMS’ Tara Armstrong takes on new role as Director of Vendor Relations
September 10, 2021
Community Association Management Services (CAMS), an industry leader in community association management throughout the Carolinas, announced that long-time Community Manager Tara Armstrong is taking on the new role of Director…
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Dr. Martha Cohen becomes partner at Lowcountry Women’s Specialists
September 10, 2021
Lowcountry Women’s Specialists announced that Dr. Martha Cohen has joined the practice as a full partner. “Dr Cohen joined our practice in 2019, and is admired and respected by our…
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Cayce hires 29 year police veteran as Chief of Police
September 10, 2021
The City of Cayce has hired Deputy Chief Chris Cowan, a 29 year law enforcement veteran, as the next Chief of Police for the City of Cayce In July, current…
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Evanesce establishing operations in Hampton County
September 10, 2021
$17 million investment will create 78 new jobs Evanesce, a sustainable technology innovator, today announced new operations in Hampton County. The $17 million investment will create 78 new jobs. Founded…
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Colliers Report: Service-focused shops succeed
September 10, 2021
Commercial Real Estate Research & Forecast Report Q2 2021 Columbia Retail Market Highlights During the second quarter of 2021, most retail activity was concentrated in service-oriented establishments like day spas,…
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Richland County Deputy Chief tapped to become Cayce Police Chief
September 10, 2021
By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Richland County Sheriff’s Department (RCSD) Deputy Chief Chris Cowan will become the next Cayce chief of police, effective Oct. 4, 2021. “This is a bittersweet…
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Princeton Review names College of Charleston a Top College
September 10, 2021The Princeton Review has once again named the College of Charleston as one of the best institutions for undergraduate education in America. The college admission services company profiles and recommends…
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Charleston Metro Chamber congratulates Leadership Charleston Class of 2021
September 10, 2021
On September 2, the Charleston Metro Chamber celebrated the graduation of the Leadership Charleston Class of 2021. For 48 years, Leadership Charleston has been identifying and developing leaders in the community, producing over 2000…
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CCSD welcomes new leader for intercultural organizational development
September 10, 2021
Charleston County School District (CCSD) announced Brandi Blake as Executive Director of Intercultural Organizational Development. Blake began her career in post-secondary education in 2014 as Assistant Director for Residence Life…
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Carolyn Anderson named interim principal at Clark Academy
September 10, 2021
Charleston County School District (CCSD) welcomed Carolyn Anderson as interim principal at Septima P. Clark Academy. Anderson joins Clark Academy from North Charleston High School where she has served as…
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CCSD announces new head of capital programs
September 10, 2021
Charleston County School District (CCSD) welcomed Jasmeen Shaw as the Executive Director of Capital Programs. Shaw joins CCSD from the state’s Office of School Facilities (OSF) where she has served…
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Containers, retail imports remain strong at SC Ports
September 10, 2021
South Carolina Ports saw strong container volumes in August as retail imports continue to flow into the Port of Charleston. SC Ports moved 234,688 twenty-foot equivalent units (TEUs) at Wando Welch…
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Foreign Language Education alumna wants to pay it forward
September 10, 2021With hopes of a better life, Martina Abbriano ’19 together with her parents and three siblings immigrated from Italy to the United States in 2014. They knew little to no English, but…
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BJU expanding School of Education
September 9, 2021
Bob Jones University President Steve Pettit announced today that the BJU School of Education is expanding its name to the School of Education and Human Services to better reflect its growing academic…
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United Way of the Midlands promotes small acts of service to commemorate 9/11
September 9, 2021
United Way of the Midlands is asking residents throughout the Midlands to participate in the September 11 National Day of Service and Remembrance by completing small acts of service to…
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Amber Govero named Sylvan Learning Center’s Teacher of the Month
September 9, 2021
Sylvan Learning Center of Greenville has named Amber Govero its August Teacher of the Month. Govero earned her bachelor’s degree from Anderson University in 2014 and her master’s in education…
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Kopis named to SC Biz News Roaring Twenties list
September 9, 2021
Kopis has been named as one of the twenty fastest growing small companies in South Carolina in 2021 as part of SC Biz News’ annual Roaring Twenties List. Roaring Twenties…
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Experience South Carolina’s Lowcountry from the water at Wild Dunes Resort
September 9, 2021
Wild Dunes Resort, a Destination by Hyatt property located on Isle of Palms in South Carolina’s Lowcountry, invites guests to experience the area like never before with a wide range…
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OneSpartanburg, Inc. seeks feedback for second five-year community and economic development strategy
September 9, 2021
OneSpartanburg, Inc. has begun the process of creating the OneSpartanburg Vision Plan 2.0, Spartanburg County’s second five-year community & economic development strategy. Nearing five transformative years under the initial OneSpartanburg…
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Southern First appoints Chris Shugart as Chief Mortgage Officer
September 9, 2021
Southern First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: SFST), holding company for Southern First Bank, is pleased to announce the appointment of Chris Shugart as Chief Mortgage Officer. Shugart is a Certified Mortgage…
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Laurens County Community Foundation Announces Grant Recipients
September 9, 2021
The Laurens County Community Foundation (LCCF) is pleased to announce grant awards given to support and benefit the lives of citizens in Laurens County. The LCCF has contributed its resources…
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Phase IIB Matching Fund launched for S.C. small businesses
September 9, 2021
The S.C. Department of Commerce Office of Innovation, in partnership with the South Carolina Jobs-Economic Development Authority (JEDA) and 3Phase, today announced the launch of the state’s first Phase IIB…
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NAI Columbia developed and brokered the investment sale of a new multi–tenant retail development in Columbia
September 9, 2021
NAI Columbia’s Ben Kelly, CCIM, and Patrick Chambers developed, brokered and leased a new multi–tenant retail development located at 2708 Clemson Rd, in Columbia, South Carolina. The development includes East…
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Salsa at Sunset: The Hottest Summer Night in SC series final event Sept. 10
September 9, 2021
Salsa at Sunset: the Hottest Summer Night in SC continues its dynamic summer series of live Latin music and dancing tomorrow, Friday, September 10. Upstate International’s free public event is…
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Infinity Marketing promotes three team members
September 9, 2021Infinity Marketing, a fully integrated marketing agency in the Upstate, is proud to promote Joshua Tankersley to Lead Copywriter, Sara Tompkins to Lead Web Designer and Programmer and Laurel…
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Upstate Warrior Solution announces strategic partnerships
September 9, 2021
As the 20th anniversary of September 11th approaches, Upstate Warrior Solution, in accordance with the foundation’s mission, is proud to announce its role as a supporting sponsor of the 7th annual LEAD…
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Duke Energy provides $25,000 grant to DESA’s nonprofit organization, Joseph Outreach
September 9, 2021
Joseph Outreach, the nonprofit arm of DESA, Inc., has received a grant from The Duke Energy Foundation to benefit returning citizens in South Carolina. The grant is one of 10…
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Premium Peanut establishing operations in Orangeburg County, SC
September 9, 2021
$64.3 Million investment will create 130 new jobs Premium Peanut, an innovative, grower-owned peanut shelling company, today announced plans to establish operations in Orangeburg County. The $64.3 million investment will…
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Columbia Chamber honors Mike Brenan at Annual Gala
September 9, 2021
Mike Brenan, Regional President, Truist, named Columbia Chamber’s 2021 Ambassador of the Year. The Columbia Chamber will honor Michael “Mike” Brenan the Chamber’s 118th Annual Gala, presented by BlueCross® BlueShield® of South Carolina, Thursday,…
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Colliers Report: Columbia has less surface parking than last year
September 9, 2021
2021 Columbia Parking Commercial Real Estate Research & Forecast Report Market Highlights Columbia parking remains challenging due to high office and residential occupancy rates downtown. In addition, new developments throughout…
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Tina Zwolinski, CEO of workforce gaming apps company skillsgapp, appointed to Skilled Trades Alliance Academic Advisory Council
September 9, 2021
Tina Zwolinski, CEO of soft skills and middle-skills gaming app company skillsgapp, has been appointed to the Academic Advisory Council of the Skilled Trades Alliance, a national non-profit of public…
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Hello Weekend!
September 8, 2021
The short work week is almost over. Whew! Here’s what we know about local events for the weekend: Thursday, September 2nd: Palmetto Brothers is presenting Live Music with J. Stephens…
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The BUZZ Turns One!
September 8, 2021
You know the saying time flies when you’re having fun? Well, we can’t believe that September 1, 2021, marked the first anniversary of the LaurensCountyBuzz. The BUZZ is part of…
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Downtown Laurens Featured in WYFF4 Chronicle: Destination Downtown
September 8, 2021
Laurens downtown is thriving and it’s getting the attention of more than just the locals. WYFF4 recently produced a one hour special, Chronicles: Destination Downtown Explores Booming Downtown Growth. Laurens…
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Diversey unveils Innovation Zone Research and Development Center
September 8, 2021
Diversey Holdings, Ltd. (NASDAQ: DSEY), a leading provider of hygiene, infection prevention and cleaning solutions, today announced the opening of its Innovation Zone Research and Development Center. Located on the…
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Maverick strategists think differently
September 8, 2021
By Jerry Bellune Had Jeff Bezos been around early in the last century when the auto industry was in its infancy – and the buggy business going out – he…
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The Latest Update on Repairs to Forest Lawn Cemetery Mausoleum
September 8, 2021
The BUZZ promised to keep you posted on the much-needed repairs to the dilapidated mausoleum at Forest Lawn Cemetery in Laurens. Here’s what we’ve learned. SC Representative Stewart Jones received…
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Regional Management’s Maria Contreras-Sweet named to the NACD Directorship 100
September 8, 2021NACD Directorship 100 Recognizes the Most Influential Corporate Directors and Governance Experts Regional Management Corp. (NYSE: RM), a diversified consumer finance company, today announced that its director Maria Contreras-Sweet has…
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One of SC’s Largest STEAM Festival Returning to Greenwood
September 8, 2021
The Lakelands iMAGINE STEAM Festival had over 2500 attendees in its inaugural year. The iMAGINE Lakelands STEAM Festival is returning to Greenwood for a second year! The festival will feature…
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Harvest Hope joins Feeding America’s Hunger Action Month
September 8, 2021
Hunger Action Month inspires the local community to take action to help the 96,590 individuals facing hunger in the Midlands For Hunger Action Month® this September, Harvest Hope will join…
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