SC Ports offers capacity amid import boom
June 24, 2021
South Carolina Ports readies for fiscal year 2022 with enhanced infrastructure and capacity to handle rising retail imports and cargo volumes. SC Ports has continued to rebound well throughout fiscal…
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William Means Real Estate welcomes former health care entrepreneur to the team
June 24, 2021
Sandra Di Salvo, a former health care entrepreneur, has joined the team of agents at William Means Real Estate. A native of the South, Di Salvo developed her Lowcountry roots…
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New Travelers Rest redevelopment at first stop on Swamp Rabbit Trail to open this Fall
June 24, 2021
A new Travelers Rest mixed-use redevelopment project is set to re-activate the city’s first stop on the Prisma Health Swamp Rabbit Trail this fall with a third location from The…
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Is there a perfect logo?
June 23, 2021
By Ken Gasque Yes, there is a perfect logo. It’s my favorite logo, and it’s most commonly found in the South.* It’s abstract. It’s simple. It’s bold. It’s symmetrical.…
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LCSO Schedules School Supply Drive for August 6th
June 23, 2021
Summer is just starting, but August will be here before we know it. The Laurens County Sheriff’s Office has announced their annual School Supply Drive will be held at the…
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Dr. Tess Gemberling earns Young Faculty Teaching Award
June 23, 2021
Dr. Tess Gemberling is the recipient of Lander University’s 2021 Young Faculty Teaching Award. Gemberling completed her third year as assistant professor of psychology and “consistently receives very positive feedback…
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On Tap this Weekend in Laurens County
June 23, 2021
The weekend is almost here and once again there’s much to do right here in Laurens County. Here’s a run down of some events and things to do that we…
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Capitol Theatre to Show F9:The Fast Saga Starting Friday
June 23, 2021
About the movie: Dom Toretto is living the quiet life off the grid with Letty and his son, but they know that danger always lurks just over the peaceful horizon.…
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COMET Chat with LeRoy DesChamps – June 2021
June 23, 2021
Greetings! It is my pleasure to welcome you to the June 2021 version of COMET Chat. This is our first “chat” since assuming my new role as Interim Executive Director…
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Laurens County Says NO to Litter with Countywide Initiative
June 23, 2021
No one likes to see trash thrown into the streets, on the side of the road or in our natural parks and recreation areas. Over the years, many dedicated volunteers…
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Colliers | South Carolina hires Paige Jernigan as the Accounting and Finance Coordinator in Columbia
June 23, 2021
Colliers | South Carolina announced that Paige Jernigan has joined the company as the Accounting and Finance Coordinator in the Columbia office. “We’re delighted to welcome Paige to Colliers,” said…
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STL establishing operations in Kershaw County
June 23, 2021
$23 million investment will create 120 new jobs over the next few years Sterlite Technologies Limited (STL), a leading digital network integration company, today announced plans to establish operations in Kershaw County.…
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Cliff Holekamp elected to SC Launch Inc. Board of Directors
June 23, 2021
Cliff Holekamp, cofounder and managing director of Cultivation Capital, was recently elected to the SC Launch, Inc. board of directors. SC Launch, Inc. is the investment affiliate of the South…
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Just Say Something awarded The Allstate Foundation Helping Hands Grant
June 23, 2021
Just Say Something (JSS) has been awarded a $500 Helping Hands grant from The Allstate Foundation to support the youth substance use prevention, life skills / sports; parenting; and other…
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Deputy proves to be larger than life
June 23, 2021
The story of RCSD Corporal Ryan MacAdams By W. Thomas Smith Jr. IT’S BEEN SAID THAT DYNAMITE COMES IN SMALL PACKAGES. And it does. Then there is a tiny chip…
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Wilson Kibler Commercial Real Estate expands property management division
June 23, 2021
Wilson Kibler, a full-service commercial real estate firm headquartered in Columbia since 1987, is thrilled to announce plans to expand its property management division with the recent hiring of Colin…
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The Barbara Stone Foundation gives over $42,000 in grants to Upstate organizations that offer special programming for people with disabilities
June 23, 2021
The Barbara Stone Foundation, a non-profit organization focused on supporting visionary and creative programs and initiatives for individuals with disabilities, gave nine grants totaling $42,637 to Upstate non-profits in May…
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SeamonWhiteside completes site design and landscape architecture for grand opening of new Wild Dunes Sweetgrass Inn Resort
June 23, 2021
SeamonWhiteside, a full-service land design firm with offices throughout the Carolinas, has completed the site design and landscape architecture for the Grand Opening of Wild Dunes’ newest resort, the Sweetgrass…
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Jon Chalfie & Hailey Clifton represented the tenant in the 1,250 SF retail lease transaction in downtown Charleston
June 23, 2021
Jon Chalfie and Hailey Clifton, of Landmark Enterprises represented the Tenant, Charleston Candle Co., in the leasing of 1,250 square foot retail space at 218 St. Philip Street in downtown…
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Dee Norton Child Advocacy Center recognizes the importance of National Internet Safety Month with tech tips for families and children
June 23, 2021
Dee Norton Child Advocacy Center, the region’s leading resource to prevent abuse, protect children and heal families, is recognizing the importance of National Internet Safety Month this June with resources…
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Celebrate July 4th with Wild Dunes Resort
June 23, 2021
If you are searching for a beachside Fourth of July celebration, look no further than Wild Dunes Resort, located on 1,600 acres of ocean paradise on Isle of Palms. With…
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DAR chapter recognizes couple for their patriotism
June 23, 2021
The Mount Ariel Chapter of the National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution presented Jim and Denise Medford, owners of The Links at Stoney Point, with a certificate…
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City of Laurens “Lights the Night” in One-of-a-kind Independence Day Celebration
June 23, 2021
The City of Laurens will ‘blaze’ a new trail on the night of July 3rd with “Laurens Lights the Night” as it seeks to become a regional destination for the…
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Pridgen’s Bat Leads Greenwood Legion Team
June 23, 2021
Aidan Pridgen, former Laurens Raider now playing baseball at USC Lancaster, has ripped 5 hits in his last 8 at-bats for the Greenwood Post 20 American Legion team. Pridgen led…
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LDHS Names 2 New Coaches
June 23, 2021
Tommy Spires, Laurens District High athetics director, announced the hiring of new coaches in girls’ soccer and volleyball. Sarah Albertson now coaches soccer, and Kelsey Davis Harp leads the volleyball…
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Meals on Wheels of Greenville returns to five-day delivery schedule, seeks volunteers to meet demand
June 22, 2021
Meals on Wheels of Greenville announced its return to a five-day delivery schedule starting Monday, July 12. The organization has been operating on a reduced three-day delivery schedule since the…
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County’s Emergency Rental Assistance Program fulfills $5M in requests
June 22, 2021
Funding for those impacted by COVID-19 remains available; call toll-free 855-216-9198 to apply Richland County’s Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP) reached a milestone this week, approving more than $5 million in…
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New members join South Carolina First Steps leadership team
June 22, 2021
South Carolina First Steps has two new members of its leadership team. Karen Oliver joined the agency in February as the Early Childhood Advisory Council’s (ECAC) Program Manager, and Derek…
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Step into a good book & experience Richland Library’s Storywalk®
June 22, 2021
Step into a good book with Richland Library’s first interactive Storywalk® in the Midlands, located at Doko Meadows Park (100 Alvina Hagood Circle, Blythewood). It offers a new opportunity for…
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Infinity Marketing welcomes three new team members
June 22, 2021Infinity Marketing, a fully integrated marketing agency in the Upstate, recently expanded its team with the addition of Erica Gregory, SEO Specialist; Deiontre Hill, Media Coordinator; and Meghan McMenamy,…
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Congressman Clyburn announces families will start receiving expanded Child Tax Credit checks in July
June 22, 2021U.S. House Majority Whip James E. Clyburn is reminding all South Carolinians that the major expansion of the Child Tax Credit for 2021 included in the American Rescue Plan will…
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Colliers represents Gissing North America in ±135,745-square-foot lease at Fox Hill Business Park
June 22, 2021
Dillon Swayngim of Colliers | South Carolina has successfully facilitated the first lease transaction at Fox Hill Business Park, a new development initiative by New Jersey-based Sudler Companies located in…
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Rebuild Upstate adds new Community Engagement Specialist
June 22, 2021
Ryan Pendergraph has joined Rebuild Upstate as the AmeriCorps Senior RSVP (Retired and Senior Volunteer Program) Project Director. Pendergraph graduated from the University of Valley Forge in Phoenixville, Pennsylvania. For…
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Bon Secours announces community vaccination events
June 22, 2021
Bon Secours St. Francis Health System knows that vaccination is key to stopping the COVID-19 pandemic. The vaccine is safe and has proven effective in reducing your risk of getting…
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S.C. Arts Commission announces FY2022 fellows
June 22, 2021
South Carolina artists exhibiting hard work and exceptional ability in visual art, craft, and media production and screenwriting are recipients of fiscal year 2022 South Carolina Arts Commission fellowships. The…
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Sisters of Charity Foundation of S.C. reaches $80 million grant funding milestone during 25th anniversary
June 22, 2021
The Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina awarded 91 grants totaling $1.5 million to South Carolina nonprofits working to make life better for people experiencing poverty. This latest round…
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Frampton Construction recognized as one of the Best Places to Work in S.C.
June 22, 2021
Frampton Construction Company, LLC, a full-service construction firm providing planning and design support, preconstruction, and construction services, has been named as one of the Best Places to Work in South…
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FUEL moving headquarters to Legacy Square at Verdae
June 22, 2021
After seven years in its iconic location in the heart of downtown Greenville, FUEL is relocating its headquarters to The Sumerel building at Legacy Square at Verdae. The Greenville-based marketing…
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Land sells in Summerville for development of a light industrial park
June 22, 2021
Cushman & Wakefield | Thalhimer is pleased to announce the sale of approximately 16 acres of mixed-use land on Jedburg Road in Summerville, South Carolina. Citimark Pure Commercial, LLC purchased…
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Early College High School hosts graduation for inaugural class
June 22, 2021
One hundred students walked onto the Early College High School (ECHS) campus in 2017, daring to successfully complete a program new to the district. That first year, 20 students left…
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Verdin’s Too Brings BJUgrass to Music in the Garden
June 22, 2021
Verdin’s Too is getting ready to kick it up on a notch in their “Music in the Garden” events. This Friday, June 25th, they will bring BJUgrass to the garden…
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CCSD leadership announcements
June 22, 2021
Charleston County School District (CCSD) announced and welcome the following new leadership for the 2021-2022 school year. Tiffany Henderson, Principal, Charles Pinckney Elementary School Stephen Thomas, Principal, St. Andrew’s School…
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Cassidy Murphy joins FinTrust Capital Advisors
June 22, 2021
FinTrust Capital Advisors announced that Cassidy Murphy has joined the FinTrust team as a Financial Planner. She will be responsible for collecting and analyzing client data, and the development of…
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Noble Aim Consulting partners with Disability:IN
June 22, 2021
Greenville, S.C.-based change management firm Noble Aim Consulting has been chosen to provide consulting services for Disability:IN, the world’s leading nonprofit resource for business disability inclusion. Under the agreement, Noble…
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Oshkosh Defense establishing operations in Spartanburg County
June 22, 2021
$155 million investment will create more than 1,000 new jobs Oshkosh Defense, a subsidiary of Oshkosh Corporation (NYSE: OSK), today announced plans to establish operations in Spartanburg County. The $155…
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New 20-acre public park opens at Bull Street
June 22, 2021Yesterday, Mayor Steve Benjamin, City Council members, and the Parks & Recreation Department celebrated the opening of the newly developed Page Ellington Park, a 20-acre public park at Bull Street.…
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SCRA announces successful exit of SC Launch, Inc. Portfolio Company, MedProcure
June 22, 2021
South Carolina Research Authority (SCRA) announces the successful exit of SC Launch, Inc. Portfolio Company, MedProcure, LLC. This exit yielded excellent returns for the continued support of additional technology-based startups…
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Laurens County Council Meeting -Tuesday, June 22nd
June 21, 2021
Laurens County Council will meet for a regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, June 22nd. The meeting location is the old historic courthouse on the square in Laurens. The meeting starts…
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Muffin Mam Job Fair Thursday, June 24
June 21, 2021
Muffin Mam is hiring! If you’re looking for a job or interested in something new this may be just what you are looking for. Current openings with Muffin Mam include:…
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Bank of America Private Bank expands Charleston team with new hire
June 21, 2021
Bank of America Private Bank announced the hiring of a Private Client Manager in the Charleston, emphasizing the firm’s commitment to expanding its presence across the United States and serving…
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