Speaking of … College of Charleston’ launches on major podcast platforms
December 13, 2021
The College of Charleston is pleased to announce a new podcast highlighting the people, places and programs that help make it a nationally ranked public liberal arts and sciences university. Produced by the Office of…
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Intelligence and Security Studies, one of The Citadel’s hottest programs, leads to in-demand careers
December 13, 2021
Undergraduate and graduate level programs certified by the International Association for Intelligence Education; DC study option As the global theater transforms, intelligence and security professionals are in greater and greater…
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World Finance receives national awards for cultural excellence
December 13, 2021
GREENVILLE, SC – World Finance, a people-focused finance company offering personal loans and tax prep services, announces its recent recognition as a national Top Workplaces recipient for Cultural Excellence in…
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Music in the Garden – Christmas Edition
December 13, 2021
Music in the Garden is back with a Christmas theme this Friday at Verdin’s Too. If you’ve attended any of the previous Music in the Garden events you know that…
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John and Caterrace Moore join Coldwell Banker Caine in Spartanburg
December 13, 2021
Coldwell Banker Caine recently welcomed John and Caterrace Moore to its Spartanburg office. John joins Caine as a residential agent and will work with his wife and licensed assistant, Caterrace.…
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Ringing in the New Year in Laurens County – Ticket Sales Closing on Tuesday, December 14
December 13, 2021
New Year’s Eve can be a night to remember and this year the festivities to make those memories will take place at the Laurens County Museum on the square in…
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April and Ryan Beck join Coldwell Banker Caine in Greenville
December 13, 2021
Coldwell Banker Caine recently welcomed husband and wife team, April and Ryan Beck to its Greenville office as residential agents. After many years of living in the Upstate, April and…
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Greenville Chamber releases 2022 public policy agenda
December 13, 2021
The Greenville Chamber released its 2022 policy agenda on Friday, December 10th, focused on key policy changes. The agenda, released in concert with the Upstate Chamber Coalition and the SC…
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Aflac Group Awards $365,000 in Grants to South Carolina Nonprofits
December 13, 2021
Columbia, S.C., December 13, 2021 — Aflac has awarded $365,000 in grants to 47 local nonprofits in its Spring and Fall 2021 grant cycles. Nonprofits receiving grants are working on…
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Mayfair Art Studios secures earmarked funding for debt retirement
December 13, 2021
Chapman Cultural Center is pleased to announce that Mayfair Art Studios, a division of Chapman Cultural Center, has received $225,000 in earmarked funds from the State Legislature. Located in the…
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High Spirits Hospitality earns two SC Best in Business Awards
December 13, 2021
Greenville Business Magazine honored High Spirits Hospitality with two SC Best in Business Awards this week. High Spirits Hospitality was named the runner up in the Best Hospitality Business category…
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Tempest announces new lunch service
December 13, 2021
Tempest, an upscale restaurant offering an elegant approach to sustainable South Atlantic seafood, is launching lunch service on Monday through Friday, from 11 a.m. — 3 p.m. starting Wednesday, December…
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Four GSSM students each earn a full four-year scholarship through QuestBridge
December 13, 2021
The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science + Mathematics (GSSM) is pleased to announce that four GSSM students were awarded full, four-year, scholarships by QuestBridge National College Match. Guadalupe Frias…
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Kimberly Witherspoon named one of Greenville’s 2021 “Women of Influence”
December 13, 2021
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd is pleased to announce that Kimberly Witherspoon has been selected as one of 25 “Women of Influence” by the GSA Business Report. The award recognizes successful businesswomen…
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Graycliff Capital announces Waterleaf at Foxbank, Upscale Multi-Family Development in Suburban Charleston
December 13, 2021
Greenville (S.C.)-based Graycliff Capital Partners, LLC (Graycliff Capital), a leading developer/owner in the multi-family sector, is pleased to announce its newest multi-family development in South Carolina’s Lowcountry region – Waterleaf…
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Trinity Partners announces recent major transaction
December 13, 2021
Prisma Health Midlands, South Carolina’s largest private, non-profit healthcare system, purchased a 10,355 square feet single tenant medical office building at 1316 North Lake Drive in Lexington, South Carolina. The…
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S.C. Floodwater Commission chair earns doctorate
December 13, 2021By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Dr. Tom Mullikin, chairman of the S.C. Floodwater Commission, was formally “hooded,” officially receiving his PhD during commencement ceremonies at Columbia International University (CIU), Friday,…
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Palmetto Railways names Patrick McCrory new President and CEO
December 13, 2021
Jeffrey McWhorter to retire after 37 years with the organization Palmetto Railways, an enterprise agency of the state of South Carolina and a division of the S.C. Department of Commerce,…
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Petco Love changes lives with investment in South Carolina Search & Rescue Dog Association
December 13, 2021South Carolina Search & Rescue Dog Association (SCSARDA) announced a $2,000 grant investment from Petco Love to support their life-changing work with K9 search and rescue animals in South Carolina.…
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BMW Charity Pro-Am opens volunteer registration for 2022 tournament
December 13, 2021
The BMW Charity Pro-Am presented by TD SYNNEX announced the opening of volunteer registration for the 2022 tournament, which will take place June 6-12 at Thornblade Club and The Carolina…
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Red Devils Complete Season Sweep of Raiders
December 13, 2021
Laurens made the Clinton boys work hard, but the Red Devils won the boys’ basketball game 45-42, and the girls rolled past the Raiders, 48-29. Read the story and see…
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Blue Hose Come Oh-So-Close at Charleston
December 13, 2021
Rayshon Harrison and Winston Hill both scored 26 points. One would think that was enough but it wasn’t as College of Charleston slipped past Presbyterian 78-76 in overtime on the…
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Wiggins Captures Laurens County Amateur
December 13, 2021
Matthew Wiggins of Laurens shot round of 71 and 69 — the only player in the field with a pair of under-par rounds — to win the annual Laurens County…
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Live Nativity Performance at First Presbyterian Church in Clinton
December 13, 2021
First Presbyterian Church in Clinton will perform a live nativity for the public again this Christmas season. This is the 77th year to perform. The middle school and senior high youth…
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Second Waterfowl Season Now Open
December 13, 2021
The second waterfowl season opened on Sunday, December 12. The South Carolina Department of Natural resources is asking hunters to report and waterfowl they harvest that has a leg…
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McMillan Joins SC Humanities Board of Directors
December 13, 2021
Lander University Professor of Political Science Dr. Lucas McMillan has been named to the Board of Directors of South Carolina Humanities. As dean of the College of Behavioral and Social…
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Friday Night Live – Family Edition with Movie Night
December 13, 2021
“The best way to spread Christmas cheer is singing loud for all to hear.” – Buddy from the movie “Elf.” The City of Laurens and Main Street Laurens will host a…
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Laurens County Council Meeting – December 14
December 13, 2021
Laurens County Council will meet for a regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, December 14. The meeting location is the old historic courthouse on the square in Laurens and starts at…
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Overstock Outlet Celebrates Grand Opening
December 10, 2021
Laurens County Chamber held the celebratory, grand opening ribbon cutting for Overstock Outlet SC in Clinton on Friday morning. The Chamber team was joined by Clinton Mayor Bob McLean, City…
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Kopis honored with Best in Business Award
December 10, 2021
One of the Southeast’s leading software companies, Kopis, has garnered another award for its business acumen. Kopis was honored with a Best in Business Award for Most Innovative Company this…
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UofSC releases Economic Outlook: 2022 state’s economy is strong, but labor shortages could limit growth
December 10, 2021
South Carolina’s economy is strong and has recovered from most COVID-19 pandemic-related losses, according to University of South Carolina economists Douglas Woodward and Joey Von Nessen at the Darla Moore…
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Charleston Locums firm wins Small Business of the Year award
December 10, 2021Floyd Lee Locums recognized among the Charleston Metro Chamber’s 2021 Honorees At the Charleston Metro Chamber’s recent Member-Bration, they announced the honorees for their 2021 Honors Awards. Floyd Lee Locums,…
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University of South Carolina preparing students for the factory of the future with Siemens solutions
December 10, 2021Digital twin helps students understand the value of advanced manufacturing technology Aerospace is the second-largest industry in South Carolina, with more than 500 aerospace- related companies in the state. The…
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From beach rentals to Christmas trees, it’s all business for Pawleys Island family
December 10, 2021
Providing locals and visitors on South Carolina’s Hammock Coast® with beach chairs and umbrellas in the spring and summer, pumpkins in the fall and Christmas trees during the holidays may…
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Jack Cohoon receives Civic Star Award from Richland Bar
December 10, 2021
Jack Cohoon, an attorney with Burnette Shutt & McDaniel, has received the Richland County Bar Association’s Civic Star Award. The honor recognizes exceptional and meritorious community service. Cohoon was recognized…
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OTO Development acquires hospitality complex in Ocean City, Maryland
December 9, 2021
OTO Development has acquired Dunes Manor Hotel, Court & Suites in Ocean City, Maryland. The deal adds a long-popular resort complex to the hotelier’s growing beachfront portfolio. Headquartered in Spartanburg,…
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Salvation Army “Drive for Hope” rescheduled for Dec. 12
December 9, 2021
The “Drive for Hope,” previously scheduled for Saturday, Dec. 11, has been rescheduled for 1 – 4:30 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 12, because of the threat of inclement weather. The event,…
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David E. Shi receives AASHE Lifetime Achievement Award
December 9, 2021
David E. Shi, an environmental historian who served 16 years as president of Furman University (1994-2010), is the recipient of the 2021 Lifetime Achievement Award from the Association for the…
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Hodges Ward Elliott arranges sale of Hotel Bella Grace in Charleston’s historic district
December 9, 2021
Hodges Ward Elliott (“HWE”), the premier boutique real estate capital markets advisor, announced they represented the seller in the recent sale of Hotel Bella Grace, a renowned boutique hotel fronting…
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SC Ports awards $205,000 to community organizations
December 9, 2021
South Carolina Ports has awarded $205,000 in grants to 111 community organizations and nonprofits throughout South Carolina as part of its fiscal year 2022 Community Giving Program. SC Ports dedicates a portion…
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Cryptocurrency gaming studio makes significant donation to RMHC Charleston
December 9, 2021
The Ronald McDonald House Charities of Charleston (RMHC Charleston) would like to thank Adir Lakya and his team at KleeKai for their generous cryptocurrency donation. KleeKai — a gaming studio…
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Coastal Community Foundation launches Healthy Harbors Fund to benefit water quality in greater Charleston area
December 9, 2021
Charleston Waterkeeper and the South Carolina Coastal Conservation League have partnered with Coastal Community Foundation to launch the Healthy Harbors Fund to support organizations and projects in Berkeley, Charleston and…
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The Gift of Future Scholar: 5 reasons to put college savings under the tree
December 9, 2021
By South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis Looking for a special holiday present? The gift of college savings could be the perfect choice this Christmas. Like you, your friends and family…
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Countybank’s Marko Huttunen receives officer appointment
December 9, 2021
Countybank announced that Marko Huttunen has been appointed Senior Vice President by the Countybank Board of Directors. Huttunen has more than 18 years of service with Countybank. He joined Countybank…
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S.C. Arts Commission selects five for Emerging Artist Grant
December 9, 2021
Up to $1,500 grant includes mentorship, more A ceramicist, a dancer, a painter and fiber and installation artists make up the five #SCartists receiving South Carolina Arts Commission Emerging Artist…
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Black Ink Festival announces open registrations to Black authors for 2022 virtual event
December 9, 2021Black Ink: A Charleston African American Book Festival announced registration is now open to Black authors for the 2022 event, whose mission is to amplify the voices of Back authors.…
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Colliers’ Liz McCary named to 2021 Women of Influence
December 9, 2021
Colliers | South Carolina announces that Liz McCary has been named to Columbia Regional Business Report’s 2021 Women of Influence. McCary is among 22 outstanding women from a range of…
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Judge blocks vaccine requirement for federal contractors
December 9, 2021
A federal judge has again sided with Attorney General Alan Wilson and today blocked the vaccine requirement for federal contractors. This is the third time courts have agreed with Attorney…
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Santa Paws is Coming to Town – Myrtle Beach International Airport launches new Therapy Dog Program in advance of the holiday season
December 9, 2021The Myrtle Beach International Airport (MYR) is launching its new P.E.T.S. (Pups Easing Travel Stress) Program just in time for the holiday travel period. P.E.T.S. Ambassadors will consist of certified…
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Midlands Minority Business Accelerator (MMBA) applications are due Dec 10
December 9, 2021
The Midlands Minority Business Accelerator (MMBA) is a program of the Columbia Chamber in partnership with the South Carolina Minority Business Accelerator. The South Carolina Minority Business Accelerator is a statewide…
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