A consortium to create the next-generation of innovation and talent for the electric vehicle industry
April 27, 2022
The unprecedented need to develop a workforce that can build and service electric and autonomous vehicles and develop the cybersecurity to protect them is the driving force behind a new…
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SCDOT awards contract to build the final phase of the Berlin G. Myers Parkway
April 27, 2022
Long-awaited traffic congestion relief is coming to Summerville After more than 18 years of planning, permitting and engineering work, the South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) has received bids and…
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The Community Tap, CB Caine Gallery open new Travelers Rest on April 27
April 27, 2022
The development’s third tenant, Resident Diner, still in progress with opening date TBD Two tenants of the new Travelers Rest mixed-use redevelopment project at the city’s first stop on the…
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Bon Secours debuts new primary care clinic on Pelham Road
April 27, 2022New Location to Put Special Emphasis on Women’s Health Bon Secours St. Francis Health System is excited to announce the opening of its newest point of care, Bon Secours Primary…
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Lander University Celebrates Student Achievements at Annual Student Life Awards
April 27, 2022
“We’re here tonight because this is a particularly proud moment for those of us who have the privilege of working in the University,” Dr. Boyd Yarbrough, vice president of Student…
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FuruSato Bento opens in Five Points
April 27, 2022Kazuhiro Sato, owner of FuruSato Bento, Mayor Daniel Rickenmann and Five Points Association representatives attended the ribbon cutting ceremony for FuruSato Bento on April 26 at 1:30 p.m. The Japanese…
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Governor’s School for Science + Mathematics Receives Research Grant from Nephron Pharmaceuticals
April 27, 2022
The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science + Mathematics (GSSM) is pleased to announce it has received a $10,000 grant from Nephron Pharmaceuticals Corporation to fund research internships for GSSM…
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Sustain SC launches pilot study to address SDG ranking
April 27, 2022
South Carolina among lowest ranked states in the U.S. Sustainable Development Report South Carolina is ranked 37th out of 50 states in the 2021 United States Sustainable Development Report. Today Sustain…
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Famously Hot New Year to sunset annual event
April 27, 2022
After a decade of bringing visitors, residents, businesses, and community and civic leaders from diverse backgrounds together for South Carolina’s largest free New Year’s Eve party in downtown Columbia, South…
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Chernoff Newman names McCament as new CEO
April 27, 2022
Carolinas-based integrated communications agency taps industry veteran for senior leadership role Chernoff Newman, South Carolina’s longest-standing and most prominent integrated marketing communications agency, has appointed industry veteran Carrie McCament as…
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PurePower to expand footprint in Richland County
April 27, 2022
PurePower Technologies, which supplies diesel fuel injection systems for Ford Motor Co. and other diesel engine manufacturers, is expanding its operations in Richland County. The company plans to invest $5.4…
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District 55 Partners with Sheriff’s Office to Add Two K-9 Dogs for School Safety
April 27, 2022
School safety is at the forefront of communities throughout the nation. It is also the priority for Laurens County School District 55 (LCSD 55). The school district is partnering with…
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Sip & Stroll is Back this Friday
April 27, 2022
If you’ve never been to the Main Street Lauren’s annual Sip & Stroll here’s your chance. Some tickets for the event in downtown Laurens are still available. The Square will…
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Clinton High School Prom Night
April 27, 2022
Prom Season Begins. You know the school year is coming to a close when the juniors and seniors dress up and go to the dance. Clinton High School prom was held…
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It’s Jazz Time at PC!
April 27, 2022
The newly formed Jazz Band at Presbyterian College performed to a large crowd for their debut on Tuesday night. The program included eleven pieces with classic jazz selections and less…
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MIRCI’s 52 Windows event returns
April 26, 2022
The Mental Illness Recovery Center, Inc. (MIRCI) will host its 52 Windows event, at 701 Whaley Street on Thursday, May 5 at 6 p.m. An evening of art, 52 Windows,…
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Dee Norton Child Advocacy Center shares guidelines to help youth and families after episodes of gun violence
April 26, 2022
Dee Norton Child Advocacy Center, the region’s leading resource to prevent abuse, protect children and heal families, shares guidelines to help families and children after experiencing exposure to a shooting…
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BMW Charity Pro-Am presented by TD SYNNEX announces 2022 celebrity lineup, schedule of events
April 26, 2022
The BMW Charity Pro-Am presented by TD SYNNEX today announced the celebrities participating in this year’s tournament taking place June 9-12 at Thornblade Club in Greer and The Carolina Country…
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The Gibbes Museum of Art awarded prestigious grants from the Gaylord and Dorothy Donnelley Foundation and the Art Bridges Foundation
April 26, 2022
The Gibbes Museum of Art, Charleston’s premier art museum, has been awarded three grants, one from the Gaylord and Dorothy Donnelley Foundation and two from the Art Bridges Foundation, that…
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Central Carolina Community Foundation’s ninth annual Midlands Gives Day returns on Tuesday, May 3
April 26, 2022
Central Carolina Community Foundation is rallying the community to support 546 local nonprofits on Midlands Gives Day, an 18-hour giving challenge, taking place on Tuesday, May 3 from 6 a.m.…
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Antique Junction planning May 14 grand opening celebration
April 26, 2022
Antique Junction will be holding a grand opening celebration next month featuring food trucks, makers and sweet treat vendors. Antique Junction is located at 18 Piedmont Highway just near the…
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Countybank Foundation donates $2,500 to Pendleton Place Youth Resource Center
April 26, 2022
The Countybank Foundation, established in 1971 representing Countybank and Greenwood Capital, donated $2,500 to Pendleton Place for the expansion of its Youth Resources Center. Leadership Greenville recently identified a need…
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Lockheed Martin creates skilled workforce by supporting Greenville Technical College
April 26, 2022
After receiving a $50,000 gift from Lockheed Martin for its Aircraft Maintenance Technology program, Greenville Technical College has named a classroom at its aviation center “The Lockheed Martin Fabrication Lab.”…
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Regional Finance raises more than $100,000 in support of the American Heart Association Upstate Heart Walk
April 26, 2022
Regional Finance, a subsidiary of Regional Management Corp., raised more than $100,000 in support of the American Heart Association (AHA) Upstate Heart Walk through its community outreach program, Regional Reach.…
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Master Gardeners Annual Plant Sell this Saturday
April 26, 2022
Spring is in the air so it’s time for the Laurens County Master Gardeners Annual Plant Sale. If you are thinking about refreshing your flower beds or maybe even creating…
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Carolina Handling receives Raymond Best Service Performance award
April 26, 2022
Carolina Handling has been recognized for Best Service Performance in 2021 among all dealers in The Raymond Corporation network. The company received the award during the recent Raymond Summit held…
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South Carolina Supreme Court, SC Bar celebrate mentoring day
April 26, 2022The Supreme Court of South Carolina and the South Carolina Bar honored volunteer mentors who give back to new lawyers as part of the Lawyer Mentoring Program’s first Rule 425…
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Southern First reports results for first quarter 2022
April 26, 2022
Southern First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: SFST), holding company for Southern First Bank, today announced its financial results for the three-month period ended March 31, 2022. “The first quarter represents the…
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Piedmont Tech Spring Graduations Set for May 5
April 26, 2022
Piedmont Technical College (PTC) will hold two in-person spring commencement exercises on Thursday, May 5, 2022. An 11 a.m. ceremony will recognize graduates from our Health Care and Engineering/Industrial divisions.…
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On Earth Day, USDA invests over $106.3 million in infrastructure to combat climate change across rural South Carolina
April 25, 2022
In honor of Earth Day 2022, Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced that the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is investing nearly $800 million in climate-smart infrastructure in 40 states, Puerto Rico…
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Art Blossoms blooms again with four dazzling days of flowers and fun
April 25, 2022
Annual exhibition fundraiser brings flower power to the Columbia Museum of Art Spring has sprung, Mother’s Day weekend is around the corner, and the Columbia Museum of Art is gearing…
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Connell named IRONMAN
April 25, 2022
National Wrestling Hall of Famer earns premier Global Eco Adventures toughness award By Alex Junes-Ward National Wrestling Hall of Famer and Kershaw County Councilman Ben Connell received the coveted Global…
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DP World cuts the ribbon at their new 125Ksf spec building at the SC Gateway Logistics Park
April 25, 2022DP World (DPW), a global logistics company and one of the world’s largest marine terminal operators, announced the inaugural industrial building located in the 1300+ acre development in Orangeburg County,…
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Laurens County Chorale Spring Concert – May 6 and 8
April 25, 2022
The Laurens County Chorale’s Spring Concert “Broadway Magic” is scheduled for Friday, May 6th and 8th. The first performance (May 6th) will be held at First Presbyterian Church in Laurens…
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Non Profit Minute – Kim Mogan, GirlUp GVL
April 25, 2022
The Who’s on the Move, Non Profit Minute is an interview in support of the amazing impact that local non profits have on our communities. We would like to thank…
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PC Band Program to Host Behind the Scenes Event with International Maestro
April 25, 2022
PC Band Program brings another guest for the “Behind the Scenes” series. This time, PC director of bands, Dr. Giovani Briguente, hosts a fascinating talk with an international guest from…
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Parcel of 100+ Acres for Sale in Laurens
April 25, 2022
Carolina Land Company is pleased to offer 100.87 acres on Ghost Creek Road in Laurens, SC for sale. The property is currently being used as a hunting property. Buyers could…
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Charner Creecy joins United Home Loan Services, Inc. as Director of Communications
April 25, 2022
Company drives growth with addition of first marketing executive United Home Loan Services, Inc. named Charner Creecy as the company’s first director of communications. “Charner is our first executive who…
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Laurens District 55 High School Robotics Team Competes in World Championship
April 25, 2022
The Laurens District 55 High School Robotics team competed in the FIRST World Championships last week in Houston, Texas. There were 450 teams from around the world (US, Canada, Mexico,…
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CARTER REALTORS announces Will Thrift is certified as a Senior Real Estate Specialist
April 25, 2022
Will Thrift, a licensed real estate agent with CARTER REALTORS, recently earned certification from the National Association of REALTORS as a Senior Real Estate Specialist (SRES). In addition to a…
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Greenville Theatre is celebrating 96 years of success with an original revue concert weekend, Celebrate 96!
April 25, 2022
This incredible show will feature some of the best talent in the Upstate area singing songs from past Greenville Theatre productions as well as Broadway songs never heard before on…
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Dana Lee joins Coldwell Banker Caine in Spartanburg
April 25, 2022
Coldwell Banker Caine recently welcomed Dana Lee to its Spartanburg office as residential agent. Having lived in the Upstate her entire life, Dana has always appreciated the welcoming community, variety…
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Please join us for Greenville Theatre’s re-dedication ribbon cutting ceremony
April 25, 2022
Greenville Theatre is thrilled to be celebrating 96 years serving our community through necessary art and storytelling. We invite you to join us for a “re-dedication” ribbon cutting on May 3,…
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Clark Academy principal to serve permanently
April 25, 2022
Charleston County School District (CCSD) is proud to announce Carolyn Anderson as principal at Septima P. Clark Academy. Anderson has served as the school’s interim principal since the beginning of…
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Liberty Hill principal to serve permanently
April 25, 2022
Charleston County School District (CCSD) is proud to announce Corey Shaw as principal at Liberty Hill Academy (LHA). Shaw served as the school’s interim principal during the 2021-2022 school year.…
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City of Charleston and Charleston County to host first ‘Electric Lawn Equipment Expo’ at Lowe’s in West Ashley
April 25, 2022
The City of Charleston and Charleston County are hosting their first “Electric Lawn Equipment Expo” on April 30, 2022 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Lowe’s Home Improvement…
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Richland County Deputy receives national award from the U.S. Attorney General
April 25, 2022
U.S. Justice Department recognizes deputy’s heroism, quick thinking, and cool-headedness By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Richland County Sheriff’s Department (RCSD) Deputy Sarah Merriman received the United States Attorney General’s DISTINGUISHED…
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Army Corps’ Regulatory Division refines process to emphasize core mission, efficient permit application review
April 25, 2022
The Regulatory Division of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Charleston District is refining its process to emphasize review of Department of the Army (DA) permit applications and requests associated…
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International African American Museum sponsors Fireside Chat event on International Museum Day
April 25, 2022
#1 New York Times best-selling author Clint Smith to discuss slavery across America The International African American Museum will sponsor a virtual Fireside Chat event with author Clint Smith in honor of International…
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PlayGolfMyrtleBeach.com to host first “Social Scramble”
April 25, 2022
Bringing Paige Spiranac And Golf’s Leading Influencers To The Grand Strand PlayGolfMyrtleBeach.com will be hosting the inaugural “Social Scramble,” a three-day event that will bring some of golf’s leading social…
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