Historic Columbia’s Keith Mearns named winner of American Horticultural Society’s 2021 Emerging Horticultural Professional Award
March 23, 2021
Keith Mearns, Historic Columbia’s director of grounds, has been named the winner of the American Horticultural Society’s 2021 Emerging Horticultural Professional Award. Mearns began his work at HC in 2015…
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The life, loss, and legacy of Col. J.H. “Red” Lanier
March 23, 2021Former commander of the S.C. Highway Patrol passes away at 85 By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Almost everyone from South Carolina has a Colonel Joseph H. “Red” Lanier story. My…
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Celebrate Easter at 5Church Charleston and Tempest
March 23, 2021
Celebrate Easter in the heart of bustling downtown Charleston at 5Church or Tempest, two dining destinations that provide a visually stunning environment for a holiday celebration. Reservations are available on…
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Juniper announces Will Ruwer as lifestyle ambassador
March 23, 2021
Ruwer to oversee the guest experience and special programming for the 16,000 square-foot rooftop restaurant and bar poised to transform downtown Greenville Juniper is pleased to announce the appointment Will…
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Infinity Marketing promotes Anna Nail and Elizabeth Collins
March 23, 2021
Infinity Marketing, a fully integrated marketing agency in the Upstate, is proud to promote Anna Nail and Elizabeth Collins to the position of Media Buyer. These promotions will further the…
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Countybank and Greenwood Capital donate $10,615 to United Way Greenville
March 23, 2021
Ken Harper, Chief Operating Officer for Countybank, and Danielle Cox, Teller for Countybank, recently presented a check for $10,615 to Lee Anne Scales, Vice President of Corporate Giving for United…
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Furman receives second $25 million grant from The Duke Endowment
March 23, 2021
Furman University has received a $25 million grant from The Duke Endowment to expand and advance The Furman Advantage, the university’s transformational approach to offering every student a pathway toward a meaningful and…
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SCRA announces new SC Launch Director
March 23, 2021
The South Carolina Research Authority (SCRA) has announced that Matt Bell was recently named Director of SC Launch and Executive Director of SC Launch, Inc. Bell replaces Russell Cook who…
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Y’all Aboard! The South Carolina Railroad Museum unveils new brand identity
March 23, 2021
The South Carolina Railroad Museum (SCRM) is pleased to share its newly imagined brand identity and positioning concept, “Y’all Aboard,” as a part of a pro bono rebranding initiative developed…
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The Duke Endowment announces $1.5 million gift to One SC Fund: COVID-19 Response
March 23, 2021
Applications for the first round of grants are open through March 31 The Duke Endowment approved $1.5 million to support South Carolinians impacted by the coronavirus crisis. This is the…
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Junior League of Columbia launches Little Black Dress Initiative
March 23, 2021
The Junior League of Columbia (JLC) is hosting its second annual Little Black Dress Initiative (LBDI), bringing to light the needs of families and children in the Midlands. During the…
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Business Growth in Clinton with Two New Businesses
March 22, 2021
The Laurens County Chamber of Commerce will host not one, but two, new business ribbon cuttings on Thursday, April 1st. FoodShare Laurens County, located at 28020 Highway 76 East, Clinton…
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Midtown Building Announces New Pop-Up Dining Event
March 22, 2021
The pop-up dining events at the Midtown Building on the square in Laurens have been very popular with most of them selling out for both the early and late seating.…
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Artist Minute — Bill Mitchell, Billiam Jeans
March 22, 2021
The Who’s on the Move, UpstateBizSC, Artist Minute is a quick, two-minute interview in support of the undeniable impact that the arts and local artists have on our communities. One…
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Three additional Richland Library locations to offer limited indoor services
March 22, 2021
Richland Library is announcing the expansion of services at three of our locations. Limited indoor computer use and limited indoor browsing are now available from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.…
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Chapin High School’s Amy Carter is State Teacher of the Year finalist
March 22, 2021State Superintendent of Education Molly Spearman surprised Chapin High School teacher, Amy Carter, today with news that she has been selected as one of five finalists for the South Carolina…
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Town Theatre announces the continuation of its 101st season
March 22, 2021
One year ago, we hit “pause” on our 101st season due to the COVID crisis. Between then and now, the theatre was fortunate to find ways to remain engaged and…
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Logisticus Group promotes Ashley Sperling to Commercial Operations Director
March 22, 2021
Logisticus Group (LG), a transportation logistics, project management and technology company, recently promoted Ashley Sperling to Commercial Operations Director. Sperling’s primary responsibilities include leading LG’s sourcing team, volume forecasting and…
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County seeks input ahead of virtual hearing on federal housing grants
March 22, 2021
A virtual public hearing Tuesday, March 30 will focus on Richland County’s Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER), an end-of-year account that gives information on federal funding to address…
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Embassy Suites by Hilton Charleston Harbor Mt. Pleasant celebrates grand opening
March 22, 2021
7-story 175-suite hotel offers prime location with convenient access to Charleston Historic District and local beaches The contemporary Embassy Suites by Hilton Charleston Harbor Mt. Pleasant celebrates its official opening…
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Lander University adds MBA to Degree Offerings
March 22, 2021
Lander University is adding a Master in Business Administration (MBA) to its expanding repertoire of degree programs. “We are very excited about Lander’s new MBA program,” said Dr. Mick Fekula,…
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Lady Devils shut out Jackets 6-0
March 22, 2021
The Clinton and Union girls started Friday nights Varsity match more like a game of tennis with long back and forth kicks. It took the Lady Devils until the backside…
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Garrett Scott and Brockton Hall receive global recognition from Society of Industrial and Office Realtors® (SIOR) for top industrial transaction in 2020
March 22, 2021
The team was awarded for a ±1.4-million-square-foot, $96 million industrial transaction in Duncan, SC Garrett Scott, SIOR and Brockton Hall, SIOR of Colliers | South Carolina were recently honored by…
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Colliers | South Carolina hires Robbie Rodgers as Property Administrator in Columbia
March 22, 2021
Colliers | South Carolina announced that Robbie Rodgers has joined the company as a Property Administrator in Real Estate Management Services (REMS) for the Stoneridge Office Park in Columbia. “Robbie…
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Cindy Crick named to SC Pro Bono Honor Roll
March 22, 2021
Attorney Cindy Crick of the Cindy Crick Law has been South Carolina Pro Bono Honor Roll. The South Carolina Rules of Professional Conduct encourages attorneys to, among other things, provide…
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Midlands Entrepreneurs to Share Secrets of Success – Lou Kennedy, Vanessa Mota, and Carolyn Sawyer headline “Wonder Women Wednesday” in honor of Women’s History Month
March 22, 2021
The Midlands Technical College Entrepreneurship Club is inviting students, aspiring entrepreneurs, journalists, business leaders and friends of MTC to “Wonder Women Wednesday.” Lou Kennedy, Vanessa Mota, and Carolyn Sawyer will…
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Charleston Tennis to host WTA 250 tournament
March 22, 2021Charleston Tennis, LLC, which owns and operates the Volvo Car Open, will host an additional WTA tennis tournament this spring on Daniel Island in Charleston, SC. The Charleston 250, April 10…
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First direct primary care practice in North Main opens doors
March 22, 2021
Ember Modern Medicine will also offer COVID-19 vaccine to members, public Ember Modern Medicine, the first direct primary care practice in Greenville’s North Main neighborhood, opened its doors to new…
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Eat Smart Move More SC, South Carolina Office of Rural Health receive funding to collaborate on community health initiative
March 21, 2021Eat Smart Move More SC (ESMMSC) and the South Carolina Office of Rural Health (SCORH) received a grant from the BlueCross® BlueShield® of South Carolina Foundation, an independent licensee of…
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Check out Gardening Equipment with a Richland Library Card
March 21, 2021
The official start to spring is almost here, and Richland Library is getting ready for the growing season by adding new equipment to our Library of Things. There are plenty…
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Carolina Classic Home & Garden Show returns in May for 55th year
March 21, 2021
The Building Industry Association of Central South Carolina (BIA) announces that the 55th annual Carolina Classic Home & Garden Show will be held at the SC State Fairgrounds Friday, May…
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A Special Night for Raider Baseball
March 21, 2021
It was normal home baseball opener at Ed Prescott Field. Laurens JV and varsity teams won with ease over Emerald, and superintendent Dr. Ameca Thomas threw out the first pitch.…
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New CEO at Clinton Family YMCA
March 19, 2021
The Board of Directors is pleased to announce the hiring of Mr. Harold E. Nichols as the new Chief Executive Officer of the Clinton YMCA. Mr. Nichols will assume his…
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Wide reach of Lander University art is in exhibits and online presentations
March 19, 2021
“Art is too important not to share.” – Romero Britto, Brazilian artist. Fortunately for many, the artworks of Lander University students and faculty are being shared this semester with thousands…
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Charleston Parks Conservancy launches litter cleanup program
March 19, 2021
In an effort to address citizen concerns about trash on the West Ashley Greenway and Bikeway, the Charleston Parks Conservancy is launching a volunteer litter cleanup program. In April, the…
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Eleven81 Partners with YEScarolina to benefit Summer Entrepreneurship Camps in Charleston, SC
March 19, 2021$1 of each featured Kitchen Karma item at Eleven81 will be donated to YEScarolina through April. Now through April 30th, Eleven81 in the Market at Oakland in Mount Pleasant has partnered with…
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Jenny Adamson joins Parker Poe’s Development Services Team in Greenville
March 19, 2021
Parker Poe Adams & Bernstein LLP announced that Jenny Adamson has joined the firm’s Greenville office as special counsel. Jenny bolsters Parker Poe’s Development Services Industry Team, which helps clients…
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Attorney General Alan Wilson and 21-State Coalition File Suit to Block Biden’s Illegitimate Keystone Cancellation
March 18, 2021
Power to regulate foreign and interstate commerce belongs to Congress, not executive Biden does not have power to overturn permit granted by an Act of Congress Pipeline would create thousands…
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Suffering and perspective
March 18, 2021
By Jeff Becraft Suffering has a way of shifting our perspective. Whether it be an illness, a death of a loved one, a disappointment or whatever it is. Often times,…
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Lisa Creech joins the North Pleasantburg office of C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS
March 18, 2021
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announced that Lisa Creech has joined the company’s North Pleasantburg office as a sales associate. Lisa Creech chose to relocate to Greenville 14…
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James McLemore joins the Woodruff at Five Forks office of C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS
March 18, 2021
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announced that James McLemore has joined the company’s Woodruff at Five Forks office as a sales associate. McLemore is passionate about helping home…
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Derek Pinkerton joins the Spartanburg office of C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS
March 18, 2021
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announced that Derek Pinkerton has joined the company’s Spartanburg office as a sales associate. As a Pennsylvania Native and Real Estate Professional serving…
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Gift to College of Charleston focuses on teacher education and underserved children
March 18, 2021Charleston businessman Ben Navarro, founder and CEO of Sherman Financial Group, and his wife Kelly, announced a significant gift through the Beemok Family Foundation that will enhance the College of…
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Berkeley County appoints Deputy County Supervisors
March 18, 2021Berkeley County has appointed two new Deputy County Supervisors to serve under the County Supervisor and ensure efficient and effective delivery of services consistent with County objectives. Ashley Powell has been hired…
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Camp Ho-Non-Wah Wild Game Dinner & Skeet Sheet – March 27
March 18, 2021
The Coastal Carolina Council, in conjunction with Camp No-Non-Wah Alumni Association, will host its first annual Wild Game Dinner & Skeet Shoot on Saturday, March 27, 2021 to benefit programs at…
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The National Football League makes a donation through the Helmet Decal Recognition Program to the International African American Museum
March 18, 2021
NFL Players Making a Change This past month, the National Football League (NFL) made a donation to the International African American Museum as a part of its Helmet Decal Program.…
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District’s student transfer process underway
March 18, 2021Charleston County School District’s Student Transfer Program is now open. Parents living in Charleston County, wishing to transfer their children from their neighborhood school to a nonmagnet/charter school, are invited…
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Thirty CCSD students earn the distinction of National Merit Scholarship Finalist
March 18, 2021Thirty Charleston County School District (CCSD) students have earned the prestigious honor of Finalist in the 66th annual National Merit Scholarship Program, which is run by the National Merit Scholarship…
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Students at St. John’s building relationships with police officers one conversation at a time
March 18, 2021St. John’s High School students are having honest and frank conversations with members of the Charleston Police Department (CPD). These talks, called Community Circles, are part of a department initiative…
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The Ecology School and Poland Spring brand launch national programs to expand ecology learning
March 18, 2021
• E-learning curriculum, Teacher Institute and new facilities enable countrywide access to ecology education • Distance learning online module now available to educators, students and families to help address COVID-19…
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