Two Spartanburg area women to be honored as Women of Distinction
September 23, 2021Girl Scouts of South Carolina–Mountains to Midlands will honor two Spartanburg area women at its annual Boots & Pearls: Women of Distinction Awards Celebration on Thursday, October 14, 2021 on…
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Hello Weekend and Welcome to Fall Y’all
September 22, 2021
Wednesday was the first day of Fall. Are you glad to see the change of seasons and all things Fall? There are some fun Fall things to do in Laurens…
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AG Wilson’s statement on SC Supreme Court’s ruling on Heritage Act
September 22, 2021
South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson had this to say about the South Carolina Supreme Court’s ruling on the Heritage Act: “I want to thank the Supreme Court for a…
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Music for Meals benefit set Oct. 9 for Lander Bear Necessities Food Pantry
September 22, 2021
An “all you can eat” barbecue and oyster benefit Saturday, Oct. 9, will raise funds for Lander University’s Bear Necessities Food Pantry. Titled “Music for Meals,” the event will be…
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CARTA connects bikers, walkers across North Bridge
September 22, 2021
The Charleston Area Regional Transportation Authority (CARTA) received unanimous board approval for enhancements to Route 32 aimed at bridging the gap for cyclists and pedestrians seeking to cross the North…
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1649 Main Street wins prestigious regional design award
September 22, 2021
Columbia’s 1649 Main Street received a Merit Award for Adaptive Reuse/Preservation from the American Institute of Architects – South Atlantic Region (AIASAR) at the organization’s annual design awards presented virtually…
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The Good Old Days Are Gone
September 22, 2021
By Tom Poland Last Friday night some grandparents went to watch their grandson play in a high school football game. They were in for a shock. Paying for the…
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Michael Shirey named new Chief of Berkeley County Emergency Medical Services
September 22, 2021
Michael Shirey has been named the new Chief of Berkeley County Emergency Medical Services. Shirey’s first official day in the new position was Monday, September 20, 2021. Shirey has been…
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Advertisement of Vacancies on Various Boards and Commissions
September 22, 2021The City of Columbia is accepting applications to fill several vacancies on the following boards and commissions. Richland County Board of Assessment Appeals Seeking to fill one (1) vacancy. The…
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Colliers Dealmakers: Recent purchases, sales, leases and investments in South Carolina
September 22, 2021
Charleston / Columbia / Greenville / Spartanburg, SC Colliers | South Carolina announced the following recently completed commercial real estate transactions from our offices across the state: Charleston, SC Mark…
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Impresa Building Systems of Greenwood SC, LLC establishing modular construction operations in Greenwood County
September 22, 2021
More than $9 million investment will create 180 new jobs Impresa Building Systems of Greenwood SC, LLC, an affiliate company of Impresa Modular today announced plans to establish modular factory construction…
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AC Hotel Greenville Downtown presents original Roger Craft Peace Plaza historic marker to Peace family
September 22, 2021
AC Hotel Greenville Downtown hosted a special reception for the Peace family and presented the original Roger Craft Peace Plaza historic marker AC Hotel Greenville Downtown hosted a special reception…
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Engenius adds Randall Stewart as Customer Success Manager
September 22, 2021
Engenius also expands digital marketing team to enhance customer experience Engenius has hired Randall Stewart as Customer Success Manager for the digital marketing agency, expanding the agency’s staff to enhance…
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Just Say Something kicks off October with the 5th annual Red Ribbon 5K Run
September 22, 2021
It is that time of the year again! Just Say Something is starting off the month of October with our 5th annual Red Ribbon 5K. Join us on Saturday, October…
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Quantum Reality Capture expands leadership team
September 22, 2021
Joshua Good has joined Quantum Reality Capture as vice president of BIM operations. Originally from Grantville, Pennsylvania, Good graduated from The Savannah College of Art and Design with a Bachelor…
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South Carolina Botanical Garden Fall Plant Sales are Sept. 24-25
September 22, 2021After being held online last year, the South Carolina Botanical Garden Fall Plant Sales are back in-person. The sales will be held from 2-6 p.m. Friday, Sept. 24, and 9…
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SC Manufacturers Alliance announces Rebecca Leach as VP of Government Relations
September 22, 2021
Today, the South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance (SCMA) announced that it has hired Rebecca Leach as its Vice President of Government Relations. “We are excited to welcome Rebecca to the SCMA…
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Acclaimed 30 Americans headed to the Columbia Museum of Art
September 22, 2021
Hugely popular and historically important exhibition opens October 9 The Columbia Museum of Art announces its major fall exhibition 30 Americans, a dynamic showcase of contemporary art featuring many of the…
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PTC Newberry Campus Among Venues in Rotating Art Showcase
September 21, 2021
Piedmont Technical College’s Newberry Campus is not only a stop on students’ career paths. Now it is also a stop on the Newberry Made Art Showcase Tour, in which local…
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Lander University professors to support K-12 teachers in Washington, D.C. through partnership with LCA Vantage Healthcare and the Lopez Foundation
September 21, 2021
Lander University is excited to announce a partnership with LCA Vantage Healthcare and Lopez Foundation, Inc. through a program launching health care technology and digital storytelling game design courses focused…
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Clark Wins Special Election for County Council Seat – District 3
September 21, 2021
Shirley Clark (D) has won the special election to fill the County Council seat vacated when Councilman Garrett McDaniel resigned to become the Director of Executive Scheduling and Operations for the…
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Bid Process Opened for Removal of House of Future Clinton Library Location
September 21, 2021
The City of Clinton is seeking sealed bids for the sale of the house located at 304 W. Pitts St. for removal from the property. House is to be moved…
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SC Victims’ Services Groups Awarded More Than $32 Million in Grants
September 21, 2021
Groups that help crime victims across South Carolina will soon be getting more than $32 million in federal and state grants. The S.C. Public Safety Coordinating Council formally approved the…
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Push Digital hires top South Carolina political operatives
September 21, 2021
Push Digital, a political campaign and digital advertising agency built for the integration of mobile and television marketing, has hired South Carolina politicos Steven Wright and CJ Westfall. “As the…
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Charleston Metro Chamber announces Fall 2021 Leadership Discovery class
September 21, 2021
Leadership Discovery, a leadership development program by the Charleston Metro Chamber, is excited to welcome the Fall 2021 class. Leadership Discovery is an innovative program that allows participants the opportunity…
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Les Dames D’Escoffier Charleston Chapter presents virtual Lowcountry holiday high tea
September 21, 2021Sunday, October 10, 2021 WHO: The Charleston Chapter of Les Dames D’Escoffier (LDEI), a worldwide philanthropic society of professional women leaders in the fields of food, fine beverage and hospitality,…
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Realtors® graduate from 2021 SC REALTORS® Leadership Academy Class
September 21, 2021South Carolina REALTORS® (SCR) Leadership Academy class graduated September 9, 2021, at SCR’s Leadership Summit Retreat at Wild Dunes Resort in Isle of Palms, South Carolina. SCR’s Leadership Academy is…
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Belle Hall recognized as 2021 National Blue Ribbon School
September 21, 2021
Belle Hall Elementary School has earned a prestigious distinction; they are one of five schools in South Carolina named 2021 National Blue Ribbon Schools. Belle Hall is the first school…
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College of Charleston welcomes record number of transfer students
September 21, 2021
Transfer students can often times feel like second-class citizens because they didn’t start as freshmen, but that’s not the case at the College of Charleston. Thanks in part to the Transfer…
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Steven Pearce named new President & CEO of the South Carolina I-77 Alliance
September 21, 2021
Steven Pearce has been named the new President and Chief Executive Officer of the South Carolina I-77 Alliance and will be responsible for directing the organization’s strategic economic development marketing…
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County seeks feedback on Spears Creek Church Road widening
September 21, 2021
An upcoming public input session will give Northeast Richland residents a chance to weigh in on preliminary plans to widen part of Spears Creek Church Road, from Two Notch Road…
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Palmetto announces newest appointment to Board of Directors – City of Miami Mayor Francis Suarez
September 21, 2021
Palmetto, a rapidly growing platform technology company accelerating the national adoption of clean energy, today announced the appointment of the Honorable Francis Suarez, Mayor of the City of Miami, to…
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Edwin McCain headlines Rock 4 Recovery concert presented by Dominion Energy this Friday, Sept. 24 at the Icehouse Amphitheater
September 21, 2021
Called the “great American romantic” by the New York Times and with a recording legacy that includes two of the biggest love songs in the history of pop music, Edwin…
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Five South Carolina schools named 2021 National Blue Ribbon Schools
September 21, 2021
U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona today recognized 325 schools as National Blue Ribbon Schools for 2021, including five schools in South Carolina. The recognition is based on a school’s overall academic…
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300 acres permanently protected in northern Greenville County
September 21, 2021Regional conservation organization Upstate Forever announces the protection of 300 acres in northern Greenville County in partnership with the South Carolina Department of Parks, Recreation & Tourism (SCPRT). The property,…
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SCDJJ director Freddie Pough to leave the agency after over 5 years of service
September 21, 2021Eden Hendrick to Serve as SCDJJ Acting Director Governor Henry McMaster today announced that Freddie Pough, who served as director of the S.C. Department of Juvenile Justice (SCDJJ) for over…
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Greenville Triumph seeking name suggestions for new women’s team
September 21, 2021
Think you’ve got a great idea for naming Greenville’s new women’s soccer team that begins play in the spring? Fans are encouraged to visit GreenvilleTriumph.com/WLeague to submit ideas for the club’s new…
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Infinity Marketing welcomes seven fall interns
September 21, 2021Infinity Marketing, a fully integrated marketing agency in the Upstate, is pleased to have seven interns for the fall semester. Celina Lam joins as a dual Marketing Intern with Infinity…
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Cary Swofford joins residential sales team at Coldwell Banker Caine
September 21, 2021
Coldwell Banker Caine recently welcomed former residential agent and Title C Services Manager, Cary Swofford, back to the residential sales team. Cary is an Upstate native and has always been…
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Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd welcomes new associate Adair Patterson
September 21, 2021
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd announced that Adair Patterson has joined the firm’s Columbia office as an associate and will work with our corporate law practice group. Before joining Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd,…
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Goodwill opens new store in Chapin, SC on October 6th
September 21, 2021
On Wednesday, October 6, at 9:00 AM, Goodwill Industries of Upstate/Midlands South Carolina (GIUMSC) will open its new location at 524 Columbia Avenue in Chapin, South Carolina. This is Goodwill’s…
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Chick-Fil-A Leader Academy at LDHS
September 21, 2021
Twenty-five Laurens District High School students, elected by their teachers, participated in the Chick-fil-A Leader Academy kickoff event on Friday, September 17. The purpose of the Leader Academy is to…
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The Place to Be: Lander President cites impressive growth in State of the University address
September 20, 2021
“Lander University is the place to be.” If the phrase wasn’t being used to describe the Greenwood, S.C., institution of higher education before, it will be. Dr. Richard Cosentino, Lander…
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Columbia Chamber announces 2022 Leadership Columbia class
September 20, 2021
65 Local Individuals selected for 49th Class of Chamber’s Leadership Program Leadership Columbia, a Columbia Chamber program, presented by BlueCross® BlueShield® of South Carolina, for emerging and existing leaders in the…
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Therapalooza 2021: The Greatest Show in Soda City – Sept 23
September 20, 2021
CCM Investment Advisers presents… Therapalooza 2021: The Greatest Show in Soda City Thursday, September 23, 2021 Central Energy Building 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM Join us at the Central Energy Building…
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Greenville Triumph SC launches search for coach of women’s team
September 20, 2021
The Greenville Triumph SC has launched its search for a coach to lead the newly formed women’s soccer team and to develop opportunities to get women and young girls more…
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Richland One School Board receives national award
September 20, 2021
The Richland One Board of School Commissioners has received the Award for Urban School Board Excellence from the Council of Urban Boards of Education (CUBE), which is part of the…
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Gateway celebrates 37 years of helping adults in the Upstate living with mental illness on 1-year anniversary of new Clubhouse
September 20, 2021
The nonprofit encourages the community to support mental health via its online registry. For 37 years, Gateway has helped nearly 1,500 adults in the Upstate living with mental illness build relationships…
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South Carolina Botanical Garden Fall Plant Sales are Sept. 24-25
September 20, 2021After being held online last year, the South Carolina Botanical Garden Fall Plant Sales are back in-person. The sales will be held from 2-6 p.m. Friday, Sept. 24, and 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.…
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Clemson University to play key role in ground-breaking dementia research funded through National Institutes of Health Grant
September 20, 2021
The National Institutes of Health’s National Institute on Aging has awarded a grant of $44.3 million in expected funds over five years for the Preventing Alzheimer’s with Cognitive Training (PACT)…
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