Meta selects Aiken County for first South Carolina data center

  August 29, 2024

$800 million investment will support 100 new operational jobs FAST FACTS Meta selects Aiken County to establish the company’s first South Carolina data center. The $800 million investment will support…

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Leadership Greenville announces members of Class 51

  August 29, 2024

The Greenville Chamber’s flagship leadership development program, Leadership Greenville, announced members of its 51st class. Participants were selected based on a thorough application process including essays, professional resumes and community involvement. USC Upstate is…

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The Insurance Source adds First Impressions Specialist

  August 29, 2024

The Insurance Source has added Clara Padua Cruz as a First Impressions Specialist. A Magna Cum Laude graduate of Limestone University where she was a three time-Academic All-American in wrestling,…

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Well Walkers dates announced for September

  August 29, 2024

Program offers community temperature-controlled space for exercise Bon Secours St. Francis Health System and the Bon Secours Wellness Arena have announced September dates for their Well Walkers program. While walking…

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Minds in Motion Learning Center rebrands; expands

  August 29, 2024

The local early childhood education leader is now Minds in Motion Academy, poised for future expansion and franchise growth Minds in Motion Learning Center, a child development center founded in…

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Judson Mill District adding 181 loft apartments

  August 28, 2024

$60 million project completes historic revitalization of Judson Mill District The Judson Mill District announced the transformation of the remaining two historic buildings known as the Jenny and Westervelt into…

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Iron Hill welcomes Fall with Harvest Beer Dinner

  August 28, 2024

As the crisp autumn air arrives and the pumpkin spice craze kicks off, Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant welcomes guests to its Fall Harvest Beer Dinner. For one night only at select…

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USC hits record enrollment

  August 27, 2024

As the fall semester begins, enrollment at the University of South Carolina has reached a record high. “We are excited to welcome another strong freshman class to USC,” President Michael…

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Judson Mill District adding 181 loft apartments

  August 27, 2024

The Judson Mill District announced the transformation of the remaining two historic buildings known as the Jenny and Westervelt into 181 loft apartments. The $60 million project will add approximately…

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SC Launch Inc. announces investment in Case Status

  August 27, 2024

South Carolina Research Authority’s investment affiliate, SC Launch Inc., has invested $250,000 in Case Status. The North Charleston-based company has developed client engagement software with a simple-to-use mobile app that…

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Clemson MBA Program announces AI in Business certificate

  August 27, 2024

The Clemson MBA Program announced the launch of the MBA Executive Board Learning Series this fall. This series aims to expand Clemson’s impact on professional education in the Greenville community…

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APLU recognizes Clemson’s economic, community impact

  August 27, 2024

Clemson University again earned national recognition by the Association of Public and Land-Grant Universities (APLU) for excellence in community engagement, innovation and economic development. The university earned a 5-year extension…

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Kroc Stars Youth soccer program kicks off fall season

  August 22, 2024

The Kroc Center announced the start of its Fall 2024 Kroc Stars Soccer program. Designed to foster a love of the game while developing essential life skills, the program caters…

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Hartness announces new ownership opportunities

  August 22, 2024

Hartness announces the release of The Heritage, a new collection of estate homesites within the community. Poised to redefine luxury living in Greenville, The Heritage at Hartness features 25 expansive…

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Cargo volumes up 8% at Port of Charleston, up 19% at inland ports

  August 22, 2024

Highly productive port operations and a strategic location in the thriving Southeast is driving cargo growth at South Carolina Ports. SC Ports had an 8% uptick in container volumes in…

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GSP honored as a Best Place to Work in SC

  August 22, 2024

The Greenville-Spartanburg Airport District has been named one of the 2024 Best Places to Work in South Carolina for the second year in a row. This honor is awarded by…

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Prisma Health CSO Dr. Alain Litwin joins SCbio Strategic Advisory Board

  August 22, 2024

SCbio welcomed Prisma Health Chief Scientific Officer Dr. Alain Litwin, MD, MPH, MS, to its Strategic Advisory Board. As Chief Scientific Officer, Litwin provides strategic and operational direction, promotes the…

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Robert Ariail, Cartoonist

  August 21, 2024
Tom Poland

By Tom Poland   In the beginning, there was the urge to draw—and inspiration, Saturday morning cartoons. “I’d drawn since I was a boy, spending hours with crayons, pencils, manila…

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Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd welcomes four new associates

  August 21, 2024
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd

Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. announced that Luther F. “Luke” Carter, Jr., Miranda B. Nelson, Sabrina M. Pappas and Garrett M. Simpson have joined the firm. Luke Carter is based in…

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Kitchen Sync announces new Eastside location

  August 20, 2024

Using Restaurant Week as a backdrop, one of Greenville’s most popular and highly rated restaurants –– Kitchen Sync –– announced it is beginning construction on a second location. The announcement…

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SCRA awards nearly $4 million to South Carolina colleges and universities

  August 20, 2024

Lectures and term papers won’t be the only things happening in the state’s colleges and universities as faculty and students return this fall. Some will work on life-saving innovations such…

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Annual ‘Wake Up with Rebuild’ returns to Anderson

  August 20, 2024

Thanks to last year’s turnout and success, Rebuild Upstate’s free informational event Wake Up with Rebuild will return to Anderson this fall. Wake Up with Rebuild is a free, informational…

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SC Secretary of State Mark Hammond invites nominations for 2024 Angels

  August 19, 2024

South Carolina Secretary of State Mark Hammond announced today that his office will accept nominations of charitable organizations for this year’s Angel awards. Every year, the Secretary of State honors…

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