Abacus Planning Group Advisor, William Jeter, elected as President for the Central South Carolina Habitat for Humanity Board
September 11, 2024
Abacus Planning Group announces the election of William Jeter CFA, CAIA, CFP® to President of the Board for the Central South Carolina Habitat for Humanity. William was elected to the…
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A Conversation with Ric Hoke, Founder, WAVS Custom
September 11, 2024
WAVS Custom is a Greenville-based startup that manufactures custom-fit ear audio products. It developed a patented, 3D scanning and manufacturing platform that makes custom-fitted in-ear monitors (IEMs) that provide a…
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Endeavor announces fall Collaborators & Cocktails events with superstar local entrepreneurs
September 11, 2024
Endeavor Workspaces welcomes two local entrepreneur duos, Ryan Heafy and Ryan Johnston of 6AM City and Mary Walsh and Jac Oliver of Swamp Rabbit Café for two special Collaborators &…
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Ducklinks app launches in Greenville with focus on delivering child-friendly activities for parents
September 11, 2024
Ducklinks, an AI- driven, web-based application with mobile-accessibility, launched transforming the way parents locate events and activities for their children. Ducklinks uses a proprietary matching algorithm to curate and deliver…
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USC CIC to host IBM watsonx Workshop and Competition
September 11, 2024
The University of South Carolina College of Information and Communications (CIC) invites college and university students from across South Carolina to participate in the IBM watsonx Workshop and Competition on…
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Colliers Greenville-Spartanburg Multifamily Report: New wave of deliveries outpacing absorption
September 11, 2024
Commercial Real Estate Research & Forecast Report Q2 2024 Greenville-Spartanburg Multifamily Market Highlights The Greenville-Spartanburg market’s multi-year building boom outpaced demand in the second quarter as 1,395 units delivered, decreasing…
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TD SYNNEX to appoint Reyna Thompson President, North America
September 11, 2024TD SYNNEX (NYSE: SNX), a leading global distributor and solutions aggregator for the IT ecosystem, announced that Reyna Thompson will be appointed President of North America on December 1, following…
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ARKU Inc. selects Spartanburg County to establish first South Carolina operation
September 10, 2024
ARKU Inc. (ARKU), a leader in sheet metal leveling and deburring, today announced it selects Spartanburg County to establish the company’s first South Carolina operation. The multimillion-dollar investment will create approximately 10…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Kevin Feeny, Kitchen Sync
September 10, 2024
The Who’s on the Move, 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…
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Sam Franklin chosen to lead YMCA of Greenville as its new president and chief executive officer
September 10, 2024
Sam Franklin, who has served the YMCA of Greenville as its executive vice president and chief operating officer, will begin leading the $24 million mission-driven, health and human services nonprofit…
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Furman’s Riley Institute names Bryan Boroughs as executive director
September 10, 2024
Boroughs to assume leadership Oct. 1 The Riley Institute at Furman University has appointed Bryan Boroughs ’02 its executive director. Boroughs will assume leadership on Oct. 1, taking the reins from…
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Bells Across America program Sept. 17 commemorates U.S. Constitution
September 10, 2024
Bells will ring throughout the United States on Tuesday, Sept. 17, to commemorate the 237th anniversary of the signing of the U.S. Constitution in 1787. The Daughters of the American…
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GTIS Partners and Collett Industrial break ground on Stateline 85 Project in South Carolina, Cushman & Wakefield overseeing leasing
September 10, 2024
GTIS Partners and Collett Industrial have broken ground on Stateline 85, a three-building, 933,120-square-foot industrial development in Cherokee County. The project will be developed in two phases, the first of…
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The Barbara Stone Foundation hosts 5th Annual ‘CAN Talks’ on Oct 22, 2024 at Centre Stage
September 10, 2024
The Barbara Stone Foundation, a non-profit organization focused on supporting visionary and creative programs for individuals with disabilities, will host CAN Talks, a special event where five individuals with disabilities,…
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The Insurance Source adds bilingual customer service rep
September 10, 2024
Adriana Fernandez has been hired by The Insurance Source as a Customer Service Representative focused on working with Spanish speaking clients. A native of Venezuela, Fernandez comes to the Insurance…
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School of Architecture’s new lecture series focuses on the “Collective”
September 10, 2024
Clemson University’s School of Architecture has announced its 2024 – 2025 Lecture Series, “Collective.” The fall series will feature six distinguished speakers, three of whom will present at the Clemson Design Center in Charleston.…
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Joan Herlong & Associates Sotheby’s International Realty honors top Associates
September 10, 2024
Joan Herlong & Associates Sotheby’s International Realty has named its top Associates for August 2024. In the Greenville office, the top Associates for listings closed were Morgan Coleman and Jessica…
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Moseley Marcinak Law Group LLP welcomes new attorney to expanding team
September 10, 2024
Moseley Marcinak Law Group LLP announced the addition of Chris Wray to its accomplished team of attorneys. Chris joins the firm with a focus on assisting clients in various transportation…
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Clemson University launches new Master’s in Sports Business and Analytics
September 10, 2024
The Department of Management in Clemson University‘s Wilbur O. and Ann Powers College of Business announced the launch of its Master of Science in Sports Business and Analytics (MSSBA) program. This program is designed to…
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AT&T invests in Future Leaders: $10,000 contribution to Greenville Tech Foundation supports African American Male Scholars Initiative
September 10, 2024
The Greenville Tech Foundation announced a substantial investment of $10,000 from AT&T in support of the African American Male Scholars Initiative (AAMSI). This funding will provide crucial resources and inspire…
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Colliers Greenville-Spartanburg Multifamily Report: New wave of deliveries outpacing absorption
September 10, 2024
Commercial Real Estate Research & Forecast Report Q2 2024 Greenville-Spartanburg Multifamily Market Highlights The Greenville-Spartanburg market’s multi-year building boom outpaced demand in the second quarter as 1,395 units delivered, decreasing…
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Paralympics helps shine a light on exoskeleton research at Clemson University
September 9, 2024
The work that Clemson University is doing to advance exoskeleton technology and make it available to a wide range of users is coming into sharp relief as Team USA goes…
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J&P Park, Inc. expands Greenwood County operations
September 9, 2024
$750,000 investment will create 50 new jobs J&P Park, Inc. (J&P Park), a portfolio of brands providing consumers with innovative and high-quality gardening and hobby-based products, announced today that it is expanding…
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SCETV series Reconnecting Roots returns for season 4 with eight new episodes
September 9, 2024
Continuing its journey into American history, the half-hour series Reconnecting Roots has returned for season 4. The show features eight new episodes. Hosted by Gabe McCauley, the weekly series continues reconnecting Americans…
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Think Up Consulting named to the 2024 Inc. 5000 list of America’s Fastest-Growing Private Companies
September 9, 2024
Think Up Consulting (Think Up) has been named to the 2024 Inc. 5000 list of America’s Fastest-Growing Private Companies. The prestigious ranking provides a data-driven look at the most successful…
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South Carolina Governor’s School for Science and Mathematics Foundation announces new board members and officers
September 9, 2024
The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science and Mathematics Foundation has elected seven new members to its board of directors and officers for 2024-25. The following board members were elected:…
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Furman partners with AmeriCorps, extends tuition match to master’s students
September 6, 2024
Furman University has been named a School of National Service by AmeriCorps, a federal agency tasked with elevating service and volunteerism to tackle the nation’s most pressing challenges. Furman earned…
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NHE earned fourth-straight Best Places to Work Honors
September 6, 2024
With judges citing an exemplary employee satisfaction rate and company culture, NHE, Inc. took home its fourth consecutive Best Places to Work in South Carolina Award this week. This award…
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South Carolina ETV and Public Radio nominated for 17 Public Media Awards
September 5, 2024
South Carolina ETV and Public Radio (SCETV) announced the network’s nomination for 17 nominations across 14 different categories for the Public Media Awards presented by the National Educational Telecommunications Association (NETA).…
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Wake Up Call Aboard The Pamela Sue
September 5, 2024
By Tom Poland Shrimping Down McClellanville Way I got up at 4:30 a.m. to go to two Carolina bays in the Francis Marion National Forest. Hours later I left pitcher…
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Three Upstate women named Women of Distinction by Girl Scouts of South Carolina – Mountains to Midlands
September 5, 2024
Girl Scouts of South Carolina – Mountains to Midlands will honor three Upstate women at its Annual Women of Distinction: Boots and Pearls Awards Dinner on Thursday, October 17, 2024,…
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Lowcountry Kettle debuts new collegiate branded chips with University of South Carolina and Clemson University
September 4, 2024
Lowcountry Kettle, celebrated as the Official Chip of South Carolina, is proud to announce the launch of two collegiate-branded bags honoring the University of South Carolina (USC) and Clemson University.…
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The Design Room at Unclaimed Furniture now open in Greer Station
September 4, 2024
The Design Room at Unclaimed Furniture opened its doors on September 3 at 228 Trade St, Greer Station, offering a new destination for custom furniture and unique home décor. The…
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“Artists Teaching: Teaching Artists,” exhibitions highlight the work of artists and educators
September 4, 2024
The Department of Art Faculty Exhibition, “Artists Teaching: Teaching Artists,” showcases the artwork of Clemson University’s artist-educators, symbolically connecting faculty research and experiences that explore elements of place, media, technology,…
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Greer Relief to open new Neighborhood Impact Center with ribbon cutting
September 4, 2024
Greer Relief is set to unveil its new Neighborhood Impact Center (NIC) with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 2 p.m. on Friday, September 6. The event marks the opening of a…
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Disability Rights South Carolina receives $30,000 grant from the SC Bar Foundation to increase services
September 4, 2024
Disability Rights South Carolina, the nonprofit, federally mandated, and state designated Protection and Advocacy System serving people with disabilities, has received a $30,000 grant from the South Carolina Bar Foundation.…
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Brooks Center welcomes The Concert Truck back to the Clemson community
September 4, 2024Back by popular demand, The Concert Truck will make its way through the greater Clemson area from September 10-14 during a four-day residency. Presented by the Brooks Center for the Performing Arts and sponsored by Bill…
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VentureSouth announces promotion of Alex Biermann to Principal
September 4, 2024
VentureSouth, one of the largest angel investment groups in the country, announced that Alex Biermann has been promoted to Principal. Alex joined VentureSouth in 2021 as Portfolio Manager. In that role,…
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Sportsclub Fitness & Wellness teams up with Defenders for Children
September 4, 2024
The next month of workouts at the three Sportsclub Fitness & Wellness locations are taking on a unique goal. As part of its 30 Days for $30 in September, 100%…
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CDS hosts 2024 Eggs Benefit
September 4, 2024
The Center for Developmental Services (CDS) will host their 13th annual Eggs Benefit on Thursday, October 24, 2024 at The Poinsett Club in Downtown Greenville. Breakfast will be served at…
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Clayton Construction Company announces new headquarters in downtown Spartanburg, strengthening local presence
September 4, 2024
Clayton Construction Company, Inc., a leading commercial general contractor based in the Upstate of South Carolina, has announced that they will move their corporate headquarters to 316 West Main Street…
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SCRA announces new Member Companies and grant funding
September 4, 2024
NovaVia Spine and Biologics, Tax Titans, and Terratory were accepted as South Carolina Research Authority Member Companies. Dealerverse, Notey, and Querri received new grant funding. All SCRA Member Companies receive…
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Pope Flynn public finance attorney Lawrence Flynn appointed to Memory Hold the Door committee of South Carolina Bar
September 4, 2024
Lawrence Flynn, a public finance attorney and member of the management team with Pope Flynn, a Columbia-based law firm concentrating in public finance and governmental law, has been appointed to…
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ScanSource releases fiscal year 2024 Corporate Citizenship Report
September 4, 2024
ScanSource, Inc. (NASDAQ: SCSC), a leading hybrid distributor connecting devices to the cloud, released its annual Corporate Citizenship Report, highlighting ScanSource’s environmental, social and governance (ESG) strategy and progress for…
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Holiday Fair & Kringle Village ticket sales now live
September 3, 2024
Tickets are now on sale for Holiday Fair & Kringle Village, a uniquely elevated holiday experience created by the partnership of Greenville Convention Center’s Annual Holiday Fair and Rotary Club…
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Recovery Centers of America celebrates National Recovery Month with expanded services and community initiatives: empowering recovery through support, education and family engagement
September 3, 2024
To celebrate National Recovery Month this September, Recovery Centers of America (RCA) is highlighting its expanded services and community initiatives aimed at supporting recovery and raising awareness about substance use…
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Greenville Chamber announces staff promotions
September 3, 2024
The Greenville Chamber announced the promotion of three team members to key leadership roles. Megan Campbell has been promoted to Vice President, Marketing and Communications; Dr. Cheryl Garrison to Vice…
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Complexities, tragedies of Native American boarding schools explored in exhibit at Upcountry History Museum
August 30, 2024
“To educate and assimilate into “civilized” society.” That was the motive in the 1870s behind taking Native American children to distant residential boarding schools and stripping them of all signs…
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SC Women in Leadership announces the Honorable Nancy Gutierrez as 2024 Rising Star
August 30, 2024
Annual Leading Women Dinner Honors Women Who Have Blazed Trails in Civic Leadership SC Women in Leadership (SC WIL) announced the Honorable Nancy Gutierrez, City of Hardeeville Municipal Judge, as…
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Anderson, Boykin, Clinkscale, and Spinks to be honored Oct. 14 at Phillis Wheatley Community Center
August 30, 2024Awards luncheon to feature performance by Phillip Boykin The Phillis Wheatley Community Center in Greenville will induct former State Senator Ralph Anderson, Broadway star Phillip Boykin, community leader Bobbie Jo…
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