Stacey Bevill named affiliate of the Institute for Zen Leadership (IZL)
July 9, 2026
Golden Career Strategies (GCS), a boutique consulting firm that fuses Lean Six Sigma DMAIC methodologies with deep HR and coaching expertise, announced that President Stacey Bevill has been named an…
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Trinity Partners fully leases premier neighborhood shopping center in Columbia
July 9, 2026
Trinity Partners announced the successful redevelopment and leasing of Shoppes at Forest Hills, a prominent neighborhood retail center located at 2710 Gervais Street in Columbia, South Carolina. Following a comprehensive…
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Greenville County Historical Society adds four board members
July 9, 2026
The Greenville County Historical Society has added four board members, who bring a wealth of expertise and knowledge to the organization. New board members are John Boyanoski, Dora Impson, Scott…
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SC Pediatric Alliance announces addition of Dr. John Adent
July 9, 2026
The South Carolina Pediatric Alliance (SCPA) announced that Dr. John Adent will join its team of pediatric healthcare providers on July 20, 2026. Dr. Adent brings a strong background in…
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Moore Bradley Myers named South Carolina’s 2026 Best Full-Service Law Firm
July 9, 2026
Moore Bradley Myers (MBM) has been named the 2026 Best Full- Service Law Firm in South Carolina by The Guide to South Carolina; earning one of the state’s biggest honors…
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The Beach Company welcomes new talent to growing accounting team
July 9, 2026
The Beach Company, a leader in residential and commercial real estate brokerage, development, and property management, announces the addition of two accounting professionals as part of its summer 2026 hiring…
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Rights and freedom
July 9, 2026
By Jeff Becraft It is an incredible privilege to be able to live in the United States and have all the freedoms that we have. Millions of people around…
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Main Street Fountain Inn Receives Designation as a 2026 Main Street America Affiliate Program
July 8, 2026
This national designation recognizes Fountain Inn’s strong commitment to community-based revitalizationand positive local impact Main Street Fountain Inn has been designated as a 2026Affiliate Main Street America program again this…
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Star Power: NASCAR Driver Daniel Suárez to Visit Greenville Triumph for Fan Fest Appearance
July 8, 2026
Professional soccer and stock car racing are set to collide in the Upstate this week as the Greenville Triumph SC welcomes a prominent NASCAR star to their home pitch. Team…
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Bridging the Gap: Contractors Install Verdae Pedestrian Bridge for Swamp Rabbit Trail Extension
July 8, 2026
The long-awaited expansion of the Prisma Health Swamp Rabbit Trail took a massive physical leap forward this week as construction crews successfully installed a brand-new pedestrian bridge over one of…
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Theme Nights Unveiled: The Mill at Fountain Inn Details New Food Hall Interactive Game Nights
July 8, 2026
Organizers at The Mill at Fountain Inn have pulled back the curtain on the upcoming “REMIX Live” entertainment series, revealing a highly interactive format that goes well beyond a standard…
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Beat The Heat: Three Simple Recipes for Natural, Homemade Hydration
July 8, 2026
As the heavy summer humidity continues to blanket Upstate South Carolina, finding ways to stay cool involves more than just turning up the air conditioning. While keeping a water bottle…
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All Clear: Security Threat Resolved After Suspicious Packages Prompt Evacuation at Simpsonville Municipal Complex
July 8, 2026
Local authorities have given the all-clear following a major security scare that forced the evacuation and temporary closure of the Simpsonville Municipal Complex on Wednesday morning. According to an immediate…
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Campus Upgrades: Fountain Inn Elementary Abuzz with Summer Renovations and Expansion Construction
July 8, 2026
While local students enjoy their summer break, the campus at Fountain Inn Elementary School is seeing a massive wave of activity as crews work to prepare the facilities for the…
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Community Market: Eggs Up Grill Mauldin to Host ‘Stitch, Shop & Snack’ Event This Saturday
July 8, 2026
Local residents looking to support community businesses while enjoying a weekend breakfast have a new destination this Saturday. Eggs Up Grill in Mauldin has announced it will host a “Stitch,…
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Registration Open: Fountain Inn Parks and Rec Launching Weekly Summer STEAM Camp This Friday
July 8, 2026
Local parents looking for a last-minute summer activity to keep their children engaged have a new opportunity starting this week. The City of Fountain Inn Parks and Recreation Department has…
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M. B. Kahn welcomes Timothy M. James as Vice President, Marketing
July 8, 2026
M. B. Kahn, recognized by Engineering News Record as the 200th largest construction company in the nation, is pleased to announce new team member, Timothy M. James, Vice President of Marketing. With…
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WhatsApp Account Takeover Scam Spreads as Fraudsters Hijack Users Through Verification Codes
July 8, 2026
Community members who use WhatsApp are being urged to stay alert as a fast spreading account takeover scam continues to hijack profiles across the country, locking users out and turning…
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Palmetto State Heat Dome: Golden Strip Sizzles Under Near-Record July Swelter
July 8, 2026
The brutal early-summer heat wave that disrupted Independence Day plans across Upstate South Carolina shows no signs of letting go. Residents across the Golden Strip—stretching from Mauldin through Simpsonville and…
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Main Street Fountain Inn Receives Designation as a 2026 Main Street America Affiliate Program
July 8, 2026
This national designation recognizes Fountain Inn’s strong commitment to community-based revitalization and positive local impact Main Street Fountain Inn has been designated as a 2026Affiliate Main Street America program again…
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Positively Primeval Cocktail Company celebrates One-Year Anniversary with ribbon cutting and community toast
July 8, 2026
Positively Primeval Cocktail Company is thrilled to announce its official one-year anniversary celebration and Ribbon Cutting ceremony on Thursday, July 23, 2026. The event marks an incredible first year of…
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OSLA Agency opens Summerville office to serve Southeast regional growth
July 8, 2026
OSLA Agency, a strategy-first digital marketing firm for small and mid-sized businesses, announced the opening of its new office at 100 S. Main St., Suite F, in historic downtown Summerville,…
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Colliers Report: Columbia Office Market Q2 2026
July 8, 2026
Colliers | South Carolina Market Report Beginnings of renewed investment activity emerge as market remains stable. Market Highlights The Columbia market recorded several notable sales this quarter, reflecting solid demand…
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Austin McVay named 2026–27 Chairman of the Board for the Lexington Chamber & Visitors Center
July 8, 2026
The Lexington Chamber & Visitors Center announced that Austin McVay, Commercial Relationship Manager with United Community Bank, has been named the Chamber’s 2026–2027 Chairman of the Board. McVay succeeds Trey…
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The Village Group announces call for artists, makers and creators for the Abie & Dorothea Ladson Cultural Festival
July 8, 2026
The Village Group is officially seeking vendors, artisans, and local creators to showcase their talents and products at the upcoming Abie & Dorethia Ladson Cultural Festival. The celebrated community event…
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Bookhardt Cemetery
July 8, 2026
By Tom Poland On a cool, windy day I drove Old Number 6 through farm country. You’d a thought wild horses had kicked up the pollen-yellow dust drifting over…
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Lanneau Wm. “Lanny” Lambert, Jr. reappointed to South Carolina Judicial Merit Selection Commission
July 8, 2026
Turner Padget announced that Lanneau Wm. “Lanny” Lambert, Jr. has been reappointed by Governor Henry McMaster to serve on the South Carolina Judicial Merit Selection Commission. This statewide reappointment is…
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Small elected South Carolina Bankers Association Chairman
July 8, 2026
Samuel R. Small, Jr., Chairman, President and CEO, First Palmetto Bank in Columbia, has been elected Chairman of the South Carolina Bankers Association (SCBA). He was elected by a vote…
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The remarkable life of William Rose topic of next Noon Debrief
July 8, 2026
Maxcy Gregg stood out among South Carolinians as one of the fiercest defenders of slavery and advocates of secession. He wrote an influential manifesto advocating his views, signed the South…
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America’s National Parks: Planning an unforgettable adventure!
July 8, 2026
By Linda Ludwik From towering granite cliffs and crystal-clear alpine lakes to colorful deserts and ancient forests, America’s National Parks offer some of the most breathtaking scenery on Earth. With…
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SeamonWhiteside invests in future of parks and recreation with addition of Tom O’Rourke
July 8, 2026
SeamonWhiteside (SW+), a full-service site design firm with offices throughout the Carolinas, announces the addition of Tom O’Rourke as director of parks and recreation services. Based in the firm’s Mount…
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Colliers Report: Greenville-Spartanburg Office Market Q2 2026
July 8, 2026
Colliers | South Carolina Market Report Asking rents reach new highs behind strong demand and limited availability. Market Highlights The Greenville–Spartanburg market posted a solid quarter driven largely by strong…
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Blink Book Review: Terry Szuplat’s “Say It Well”
July 8, 2026
By Reba Hull Campbell I like to mix fiction with “good for you” nonfiction on my summer reading list. My first nonfiction pick is Say It Well by Terry Szuplat,…
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Boone and Crockett Club announces $5 Million endowment milestone, renames Clemson University Conservation Program
July 8, 2026
The Boone and Crockett Club has reached a significant milestone in its ongoing efforts to support science-based wildlife management in higher education. Thanks to more than a decade of fundraising…
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Retirement spending is more flexible than you think
July 8, 2026
By Ellis O’Tuell, CRPC®* Principal, Hammock Wealth Management When clients approach retirement, one of the most common anxieties they share with me sounds something like this: “Am I spending too much…
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World Tour Golf Links to open The Bridge, bringing a new golf entertainment experience to Myrtle Beach
July 8, 2026
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. — Golf has evolved beyond just what happens on the course, and World Tour Golf Links is embracing that evolution with the opening of The Bridge, a…
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South Carolina Tax Free Weekend returns August 7 to 9
July 8, 2026
South Carolina shoppers can skip the sales tax on school supplies, computers, clothing, footwear and other back-to-school essentials during the state’s annual Tax Free Weekend, which runs Friday, Aug. 7,…
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South Carolina Tax Free Weekend Returns August 7 to 9
July 8, 2026
South Carolina shoppers can skip the sales tax on school supplies, computers, clothing, footwear and other back-to-school essentials during the state’s annual Tax Free Weekend, which runs Friday, Aug. 7,…
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Leroy Wamble joins Colliers | South Carolina as Market Analyst
July 8, 2026
Colliers | South Carolina welcomed Leroy Wamble as a Market Analyst. Wamble will support market data and research initiatives for Colliers’ Charleston office. Wamble’s responsibilities include delivering accurate, high-quality market…
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Experience the Holy Land for a Weekend in Laurens
July 7, 2026
Laurens residents have a rare opportunity the weekend of July 31 through Aug. 1 to experience the Holy Land without leaving the county. Professional Israeli tour guide Katharine van der…
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SC Hunters for the Hungry Seeks Volunteer Region Coordinators Statewide
July 7, 2026
SC Hunters for the Hungry is expanding its statewide network and is recruiting volunteer region coordinators to serve as the local link between the organization and the hunters, meat processors…
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Historic Courthouse Square Gets Fresh Look, 14 New Parking Spaces in Downtown Laurens
July 7, 2026
Downtown Laurens has a refreshed centerpiece following improvements to the Historic Courthouse Square that city officials say enhance both the appearance and function of the district. The City of Laurens…
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SC7 Expedition Reaches Clinton This Sunday with Musgrove Mill Hike
July 7, 2026
The South Carolina 7 Expedition arrives in Laurens County this Sunday, July 12, with a public hike at Musgrove Mill State Historic Site in Clinton as part of the statewide…
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Upstate Pregnancy Center to Hold Diaper Drive-Thru in Downtown Clinton Tuesday
July 7, 2026
Families in Laurens County who need a little extra help with diapers and wipes will have another opportunity to receive support when the Upstate Pregnancy Center hosts a Diaper Drive-Thru…
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City of Laurens Police Chief Heath Copeland Retires After More Than 26 Years of Service
July 7, 2026
On Friday July 3rd at the City’s Annual Freedom Fest Independence Day celebration Mayor Nathan Senn announced the retirement of Chief of Police Heath Copeland Jr. and presented him with…
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Clinton City Council Honors Longtime Judge, Approves Grants and Annexation
July 7, 2026
The Clinton City Council held its regular meeting July 6, 2026, recognizing a longtime local judge, hearing resident concerns about stormwater runoff and approving community grants, an annexation and an…
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Laurens County Chorale Invites Community to Inaugural ‘Sip & Sing’ Event
July 7, 2026
The Laurens County Chorale will host its inaugural “Sip & Sing” event Aug. 17 at the Laurens County Museum, offering area residents a relaxed introduction to the group and the…
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South Carolina Tax Free Weekend Returns August 7 to 9
July 7, 2026
South Carolina shoppers can skip the sales tax on school supplies, computers, clothing, footwear and other back-to-school essentials during the state’s annual Tax Free Weekend, which runs Friday, Aug. 7,…
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Laurens County Families Face Uncertain Future as Child Care Scholarship Funding is Reduced
July 7, 2026
54% Reduction in Smart Start Child Care Scholarships Threatens Workforce Stability, Child Care Access, and Kindergarten Readiness for Laurens County First Step Families. South Carolina’s Child Care Scholarship Program supports…
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WhatsApp Account Takeover Scam Spreads as Fraudsters Hijack Users Through Verification Codes
July 7, 2026
Community members who use WhatsApp are being urged to stay alert as a fast spreading account takeover scam continues to hijack profiles across the country, locking users out and turning…
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