Clemson earns No. 2 ranking as Military Friendly® School for 2025-26
March 31, 2025Clemson University announced it has earned a No. 2 national ranking as a 2025-26 Military Friendly® School. Clemson improved five spots from last year’s ranking among Tier 1 research institutions…
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South Carolina Governor’s Schools to host joint information session in North Charleston
March 31, 2025The Governor’s School for Agriculture at John de la Howe (JDLH), Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities (SCGSAH), and the Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics (GSSM), and are…
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College of Charleston’s “Changemakers” series welcomes JK McKnight
March 31, 2025The College of Charleston, in partnership with Gray Matters Consulting and the Arts Management Program at the College, will present entrepreneur, creator and experiential stager JK McKnight as a special guest for Changemakers, a series…
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Peak Drift Brewing Company announces the launch of Yacht Rock White Ale
March 31, 2025Peak Drift Brewing Company, an innovative craft beverage company based in Columbia, SC, captures life’s peak experiences with high-quality craft beer, hard seltzers, and non-alcoholic beverages inspired by the Southeast’s…
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Tyrell Williams Named Big South Freshman of the Week
March 31, 2025Redshirt freshman right handed pitcher Tyrell Williams of the Presbyterian College baseball team has been named the Big South Freshman of the Week following his standout performance in Friday’s series opener against…
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Lander Teaching Fellows Program Shapes Future Leaders in South Carolina’s Classrooms
March 31, 2025As a Teaching Fellows institution, Lander University’s College of Education proudly plays a vital role in preparing the best teachers for South Carolina’s classroom. This year, Teaching Fellows at Lander…
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Tammy Coghill joins ExecEd as director of business development
March 31, 2025Tammy Coghill, a widely experienced professional in the field, has joined the Darla Moore School’s Executive Education program as director of business development. Her job, a new position with ExecEd,…
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One Year Later: Honoring the Legacy of Clinton Firefighter
March 31, 2025Many in Clinton will never forget this day. It was Easter Sunday, and during services in crowded churches around town, pagers started going off and text messages coming in. First…
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Beach Commercial names Eddie Hughes Agent of the Year
March 31, 2025Charleston’s oldest family-owned, full-service commercial real estate firm, Beach Commercial, a Division of The Beach Company, announced that broker Eddie Hughes has been named Agent of the Year. Hughes earned…
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Columbia Animal Services making headway in “helping people help pets”
March 31, 2025Columbia Animal Services’ mission of “helping people help pets” is being met through modern animal welfare practices that focus on providing valuable resources and education to the community. Through cost-efficient…
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Grand Opening of The Prevalent Universe
March 31, 2025Who: Councilwoman Dr. Aditi Bussells, City of Columbia Office of Business Opportunities, and members of The Prevalent Universe. What: In 2021, Eursel “Nicole” Weston, a licensed and certified cosmetologist practitioner, instructor, and…
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Board of Zoning Appeals | Thursday, April 3, 2025
March 31, 2025On Thursday, April 3, 2025, the Board of Zoning Appeals meeting will be held at 4:00 p.m. respectfully at City Hall, 1737 Main Street, Columbia, SC 29201. Members of the…
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City of Columbia Community Development Department announces 2025 Community Development Week and 50th anniversary
March 31, 2025WHO: City of Columbia Community Development Department WHAT: City of Columbia Community Development department is celebrating fifty years of service and Community Development Week with various activities. WHEN: Monday, April 21, 2025 –…
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Celebrating 20 years of Life and Legacy
March 31, 202520th Annual Race for Life Inspires Hope, Uniting the South Carolina Community We Are Sharing Hope SC (SHSC), South Carolina’s federally designated Organ Procurement Organization (OPO), celebrated its 20th Annual Race…
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Online option aims to ease payment process for Richland County Taxpayers
March 31, 2025In an effort to help simplify the payment process for taxpayers, Richland County offers a one-of-a-kind planned payment program for real estate taxes. The County Treasurer’s Office announces a new…
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Planning for the future with Lucky Ducky
March 31, 2025South Carolina children are learning that when they gain knowledge and develop skills, they’re making smart investments in themselves. Almost 300 educators across the state are using a new lesson…
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Roy’s Grille and Halls Chophouse will compete in the 2025 World Food Championships representing Team Lake Murray Country
March 31, 2025Two outstanding chefs, Chef Chris Williams of Roy’s Grille and Chef Chris Kravitz of Halls Chophouse, have been selected to join Team Lake Murray Country at the World Food Championships after winning…
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City of Columbia issues statement regarding the “Busted Plug”
March 31, 2025The City of Columbia is strategically exploring the best possible permanent location for the iconic “Busted Plug” sculpture. Our vision is to integrate this beloved artwork into the most appropriate…
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Upstate SC’s new approach to small Biz Marketing
March 31, 2025Hibrid Marketing Co.: S.C.’s New Freelancer-Led Agency Making Marketing Accessible to Small Businesses Today marks the official launch of Hibrid Marketing Co., a cutting-edge full-service marketing agency composed entirely of…
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Harvest Hope and Transitions announce new partnership to serve the unhoused community
March 31, 2025Harvest Hope Food Bank and Transitions Homeless Center announced a new partnership focused on expanding meal services for individuals experiencing homelessness in the Midlands. A ribbon-cutting ceremony will occur on…
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Online option aims to ease payment process for Richland County taxpayers
March 31, 2025In an effort to help simplify the payment process for taxpayers, Richland County offers a one-of-a-kind planned payment program for real estate taxes. Today, the County Treasurer’s Office announces a…
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10 Simple Ways to Support Local Businesses Without Spending a Dime
March 31, 2025By Brenda Stewart, Publisher Laurens County Buzz Supporting small businesses in Laurens County doesn’t always require opening your wallet. While making purchases is a great way to boost the local…
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No Fooling! The Real Story Behind April Fools’ Day
March 31, 2025Tuesday is April Fools’ Day but this story is no joke! April Fools’ Day, celebrated every year on April 1st, is a day marked by pranks, jokes, and good-natured trickery.…
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What’s Your Drive in ‘25? Laurens County Disabilities and Special Needs Board Celebrates Progress and Vision at Annual Breakfast
March 31, 2025The Laurens County Disabilities and Special Needs (LCDSN) Board hosted its annual community breakfast on Tuesday, March 25, at the Palmetto Room in downtown Laurens, welcoming a packed house of…
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Blue Hose Split Doubleheader with Asheville; Secure Series Win in Rubber Match
March 31, 2025The Presbyterian College baseball team (14-15, Big South: 6-3) split their Saturday doubleheader against UNC Asheville (10-18, Big South: 3-6), falling 5-4 in the opener before bouncing back with a…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Jonathan Yantis, Quicksort Rx
March 30, 2025The LowcountryBizSC, Entrepreneur Minute is an interview in support of the undeniable impact that entrepreneurs have on our communities. We will be highlighting 20 entrepreneurs in each of our markets…
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Laurens County Libraries Partner with One Blood and The Blood Connection for April Blood Drives
March 30, 2025Laurens County Public Libraries are teaming up with One Blood and The Blood Connection this April to offer two opportunities for community members to donate blood. The One Blood bus…
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Wild Women Extravaganza: A Celebration of Artistic Brilliance at The Artist’s Coop
March 30, 2025The Artist’s Coop invites the community to experience the captivating world of Elizabeth Nason at the Wild Women Extravaganza. This unique exhibition will be held at 111 W Public Square,…
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Table Rock Complex Fire Becomes Top National Priority: Over 13,000 Acres Burned as Crews Battle to Contain Flames
March 30, 2025As of Sunday morning, March 30, 2025, the Table Rock Complex Fire in South Carolina continues to challenge firefighters and local communities. Declared the #1 priority in the nation for…
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Don’t Miss Out on Money: SCDOR Urges Filing Even If You’re Not Required
March 30, 2025As the May 1, 2025, deadline for filing South Carolina Individual Income Tax returns approaches, the South Carolina Department of Revenue (SCDOR) is encouraging individuals and families to consider filing,…
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Boomerasking: The Sneaky Habit That’s Hijacking Your Conversations
March 30, 2025Ever had a chat where someone asked you a question just to swoop in with their own story before you could finish your answer? Congratulations—you’ve encountered the latest conversational quirk…
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Lander Vice President Among ‘Women of Influence’ by GSA Business Report
March 29, 2025Dr. Amanda Darden, Vice President for Student Experience and Quality Assurance at Lander University, has been named among the Women of Influence by GSA Business Report. Criteria for the award,…
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Habitat for Humanity and Juneteenth GVL join together for a historic home build
March 28, 2025Habitat for Humanity of Greenville County and Juneteenth GVL are coming together to build a home in the Nicholtown community this Spring. This historic union will start with a special…
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Charleston County, SC Community Loan Fund officials announce creation of Local Housing Trust Fund
March 28, 2025Charleston County and SC Community Loan Fund (SCCLF) leaders announced the establishment of the Local Housing Trust Fund, a new revolving loan fund that will provide long-term support for the…
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Historic building in Charleston’s French Quarter changes hands
March 28, 2025NAI Charleston announced that David Ingle and Whit Jones represented the seller, and Thomas Boulware, SIOR, CCIM represented the buyer in the transaction of 27 State Street. The ±7,877 SF…
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Alternative Pathways to Educator Certification (APEC) Center at Columbia College selected as the 2025 Dick and Tunky Riley WhatWorksSC award winner
March 28, 2025Columbia College’s Alternative Pathways to Educator Certification (APEC) Center has been named the winner of the 2025 Dick and Tunky Riley WhatWorksSC Award, awarded annually by The Riley Institute at…
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Governor Henry McMaster appoints Tony Catone as Next Director of the S.C. Department of Social Services
March 28, 2025On Tuesday, March 18th Governor Henry McMaster appointed Anthony “Tony” Catone as the next director of the South Carolina Department of Social Services (SCDSS). Catone, who was named the agency’s…
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10 SC Schools selected for the Palmetto AI Pathways Pilot Program
March 28, 2025South Carolina Council on Competitiveness (SC Competes), IT-oLogy, and the University of South Carolina (USC) announced on National AI Literacy Day the first 10 schools selected to participate in the…
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2025 Kershaw County Rotary Wild Game Dinner & Auction raises over $80,000 for local scholarships and Rotary initiatives
March 28, 2025The 12th annual Rotary Wild Game Dinner and Auction occurred on Saturday, March 15, 2025, at the Camden City Arena. Organized by the West Wateree-Lugoff and Camden Rotary clubs, this…
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Sharbell Nexton LLC announces tenant openings at the Lofts Downtown Nexton
March 28, 2025Sharbell Nexton, LLC (Sharbell) announced the opening of four new tenants in the ground-floor retail space in Downtown Nexton, now offering more community retail for nearby residents and employees. Rita’s…
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Meet the five new and rejuvenated retailers at Freshfields Village this Spring
March 28, 2025Introducing new health food restaurant Harvest, and refreshed shops including LoveShackFancy, Café Eugenia and more Freshfields Village, the premier open-air shopping and dining destination just 30 minutes from downtown Charleston,…
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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis recognizes Linda Dara of Cherrydale Elementary School as Educator of the Month
March 28, 2025South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis has recognized Linda Dara of Greenville County School District’s Cherrydale Elementary School as the South Carolina Financial Literacy Master Teacher Program’s Educator of the Month for March.…
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Eventfully Chic by Parris founder, Parris Balazs, named a 2024 USA 40 Under 40 honoree by Business Elite Awards
March 28, 2025Eventfully Chic by Parris announced that its founder and owner, Parris Balazs, has been recognized as a 2024 USA 40 Under 40 honoree by Business Elite Awards. This prestigious accolade…
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Studio 2LR – Architectural Project Manager Needed (5+ years experience)
March 28, 2025Studio 2LR is looking for a talented and creative architectural project manager to bolster the team’s abilities. The studio offers a welcoming, challenging, and exciting environment where creativity thrives. The…
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Sheriff’s Department achieves state licensing in Advanced Life Support
March 28, 2025Special medical training for Richland County deputies puts them in a class of their own By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Following months of intensive training in emergency medical care and…
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Wallick Investments celebrates 10-year partnership with Wade Stinnette
March 28, 2025Wallick Investments, LLC celebrated Principal and Senior Portfolio Manager Wade Stinnette’s 10-year anniversary with the firm, and the 3-year anniversary of the firm’s Fidelis 100 Index, with dinner at the…
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Colliers | South Carolina and LCK announce 2024 company awards
March 27, 2025Colliers | South Carolina and LCK presented 2024 company awards at its annual Awards Celebration on February 26, 2025. The 2024 ONE Colliers Award was presented to Diane Salane, Executive Assistant in the…
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Garden & Gun to relocate headquarters to historic Old Charleston Jail
March 27, 2025Landmark Enterprises announces that award-winning media and lifestyle brand Garden & Gun will relocate its headquarters to the Old Charleston Jail at 21 Magazine Street in the summer of 2025. This…
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Carolina Cup 2025: A Tradition of Horse Racing and Celebration in Camden, SC
March 27, 2025The 90th annual Carolina Cup is set to take place on Saturday, March 29, 2025, at the historic Springdale Race Course in Camden, South Carolina. Gates will open at 9…
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Ivy Asset Group announces a senior debt investment in Silver Creek Dental Partners
March 27, 2025Ivy Asset Group, a leading private credit firm based in Charleston, South Carolina, announced that its Ivy Evergreen Fund has closed a debt financing agreement with Silver Creek Dental Partners,…
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