New Morning appoints Wilbur E. Johnson as new Board of Directors Chair
June 26, 2024
Charleston Attorney to Chair New Morning’s Board of Directors, Effective July 1 New Morning, a South Carolina nonprofit organization working to expand access to affordable contraceptive and family planning services…
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Reynolds Lake Oconee Sweepstakes now open; grand-prize winner will win dream getaway for golf, more
June 26, 2024
Includes Golf, Club Fitting, Clinic, Accommodations; Entries Accepted Through Aug. 29 It’s back! The annual Reynolds Lake Oconee Sweepstakes is now open, with the once-in-a-lifetime grand prize of a five-day, four-night experience…
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Richland Two school board elects new officers
June 26, 2024
At the regularly scheduled meeting on June 25, 2024, the Richland Two Board of Trustees elected new board officers – Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary – as required by Board…
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CCSD exceeds performance marks on district-wide accreditation renewal
June 26, 2024Leading international education accrediting agency renews CCSD’s accreditation with marks far above network scores Charleston County School District (CCSD) recently earned a five-year, system-wide reaccreditation from Cognia, the widely recognized international…
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Richland Library hosts Grammy-nominated artist Pierce Freelon
June 26, 2024
A Black Music Month Celebration for Families WHAT: Pierce Freelon: A Black Music Month Celebration for Families WHEN: 10:30 a.m., Friday, June 29 WHERE: Richland Library Main (1431 Assembly St., 29201)…
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SC Women in Leadership announces 2024-2025 Board of Directors
June 26, 2024
Board Taps Sara Ballard as Executive Director SC Women in Leadership (SC WIL) announced its 2024-2025 Board of Directors which includes 12 members with diverse professional backgrounds who share a…
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Roper St. Francis Healthcare selects Joseph DeLeon to serve as president and CEO
June 26, 2024
Texas healthcare leader brings more than 29 years of experience, served as captain in United States Air Force Medical Service Corps Joseph DeLeon, an accomplished healthcare leader from Texas, will…
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New partnership gives free kids books to local families to boost SC literacy
June 26, 2024
The Family Pages will gift a free bag of kids’ books to all Turning Pages’ adult learners who have kids at home In a powerful move to foster reading at…
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City of Charleston hosts 3rd annual open data day to reinforce commitment to an open and transparent government
June 26, 2024
The City of Charleston is hosting an event to demonstrate how public data informs decision-making and to teach residents how to use our tools and data for their own projects.…
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The Chamber welcomes Jason Colón in Military Executive Fellow role
June 26, 2024
The Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce is excited to welcome Military Executive Fellow, Jason Colón to their staff. Colón dedicated nearly 33 years of service to the U.S. Air Force, culminating…
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Dorchester County launches Reassessment Roadshow
June 26, 2024
Dorchester County is excited to announce the Reassessment Roadshow, a series of drop-in events designed to provide residents with important information about the reassessment process and its impact on property…
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Greenville Literacy Association announces dates for 2024 Really Good, Really Big, Really Cheap Book Sale
June 26, 2024
The Greenville Literacy Association (GLA) will host its 23rd annual Really Good, Really Big, Really Cheap Book Sale at McAlister Square on Saturday, August 10, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., and Sunday,…
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City of West Columbia Independence Day office closing, sanitation changes, and fireworks information
June 26, 2024
City Hall The City of West Columbia City Hall will be closed on Thursday, July 4, 2024, in observance of Independence Day. Regular hours will resume on Friday, July 5,…
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Historic Columbia Executive Director Robin Waites awarded Order of the Palmetto
June 26, 2024
Governor Henry McMaster has bestowed the prestigious Order of the Palmetto upon Robin Waites, Executive Director of Historic Columbia, in recognition of her outstanding contributions to the preservation and promotion…
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Finding the scotch tape
June 26, 2024
By Jeff Becraft Every once in a while there’s a semi-conversation that goes on in our household along the lines of what you’re going to read in the next…
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South Carolina Craft Beer Tasting to Debut at Main Street Laurens’
June 26, 2024
Main Street Laurens is set to host a memorable evening for beer enthusiasts and families alike at the inaugural South Carolina Craft Beer Tasting, part of the “It’s Finally Friday!”…
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Joanna-Woodson Elementary School Recognized as Data Trailblazer by Education Oversight Committee
June 25, 2024
Joanna-Woodson Elementary School in Laurens County School District 56 has been honored as one of the first recipients of the prestigious Data Trailblazer award. The announcement, made by the South…
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Laurens County to Feature in This Weekend’s Ag + Art Tour
June 25, 2024
Laurens County is set to be part of the nation’s largest free farm tour, the South Carolina Ag + Art Tour, this weekend. This year’s tour, organized by Clemson Cooperative…
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Main Street Bake Shoppe in Clinton Expands Services to Include Delivery
June 25, 2024
The Main Street Bake Shoppe in Clinton recently announced the expansion of its services with the introduction of a new delivery option. Main Street Bake Shoppe will now offer delivery…
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Dr. Barbara Beeks joins Presbyterian College as director of Jacobs Scholars Program
June 25, 2024
Dr. Barbara Beeks is the new director of Presbyterian College’s Jacobs Scholars Program. Beeks began June 3 as the leader of PC’s signature program for students affected by foster care…
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It’s Time: Tomato Time in Laurens County
June 25, 2024
With the heat of summer comes a bounty of local harvests, and it’s the perfect time to celebrate one of the season’s most beloved fruits: the homegrown tomato. Laurens County…
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Advocates pursue “mental health for all’ at community walk
June 25, 2024
As the American public increasingly understands the critical nature of accessible, affordable mental health care, so do the demands on NAMI, the National Alliance on Mental Illness, known locally as…
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Berkeley County’s St. Stephen Magistrate Court temporarily closing, relocating
June 25, 2024
Berkeley County’s St. Stephen Magistrate Court, currently located at 113 Ravenell Drive, will be temporarily closed from Saturday, July 8 – Friday, July 12, 2024, to allow staff to move their offices to…
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The City of Columbia Community Development receives the John Sasso Award at the National Community Development Conference
June 25, 2024
The City of Columbia Community Development was recognized and received the John Sasso Award at the National Community Development Conference in Cambridge, MA. This acknowledgment reflects the department’s exceptional efforts…
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Priority One Security announces new customer experience
June 25, 2024
New enhanced user website provides an experience for customers Regionally based Priority One Security is announcing the launch of its new website and a comprehensive rebranding of its services, signaling…
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Wasteful litigation ignores Lowcountry’s climate needs
June 25, 2024
By Tom Swatzel In 2020, the mayor of Charleston filed a lawsuit against several energy producers, including a local company based here in South Carolina, over climate change. The suit…
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Hilton Head Hospital Auxiliary awarded $30,000 grant from Power:Ed for nursing scholarships to help students pursue healthcare careers
June 25, 2024
Mike Rosenfield, Hospital Auxiliary President; Claire Gibbons, Power:Ed Executive Director; and Janet Porter, Hospital Auxiliary Board Chair The Hospital Auxiliary (HHHA), a nonprofit dedicated to assisting patients in need in…
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Lowcountry Food Bank and Bank of America partner to provide students and families with food for summer
June 25, 2024
Bank of America grant supports broader community access to healthy food, especially for children and families while school is not in session Lowcountry Food Bank (LCFB) announced it has received…
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Schneider Electric expanding manufacturing employee base in Richland, Oconee Counties
June 25, 2024
Combined investment of $23.8 million will create 280 new jobs Schneider Electric, a leader in energy management and automation, announced it is expanding operations in Richland and Oconee counties. The…
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Upstate technical staffing pioneer launches professional staffing services
June 25, 2024
The Hiring Group introduces new industries to its IT and engineering portfolio in its 10th Year of Operation The Hiring Group (“THG”), a technical staffing firm based in Greenville, South…
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Matt Wills hired as Greenville Chamber Vice President of Government Affairs
June 25, 2024
The Greenville Chamber has hired Matt Wills to serve as Vice President of Government Affairs. In this role, he will lead the Chamber’s local, state, and federal pro-business and economic…
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Richland One Communications team wins three National PR awards
June 25, 2024
The Richland One Office of Communications received three awards from the National School Public Relations Association (NSPRA) for publications and digital media excellence. Award entries submitted by school public relations…
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Star Wars: A New Hope in Concert
June 25, 2024
FILM LIVE WITH ORCHESTRA SUNDAY, AUGUST 25, 2024 | 2 PM & 7 PM | @KOGER CENTER FOR THE ARTS Buy My Tickets Tix starting at $30 We will be…
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Schneider Electric expanding manufacturing employee base in Oconee, Richland counties
June 25, 2024
Combined investment of $23.8 million will create 280 new jobs Schneider Electric, a leader in energy management and automation, today announced it is expanding operations in Oconee and Richland counties. The…
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Dorchester County Summerville Magistrate Court renovation completed
June 25, 2024
Dorchester County is pleased to announce that the renovation of the Summerville Magistrate location at 212 Deming Way in Summerville has been completed. Summerville Magistrate Court will return to full-service…
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The Episcopal Diocese of Upper South Carolina Director of Communications and Marketing
June 25, 2024
Bishop Daniel Richards is pleased to announce that he has called Ms. Jessica St. Clair Smith to serve as Director of Communications and Marketing for the Episcopal Diocese of Upper…
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Historic CCSD budget passes unanimously
June 25, 2024Includes $8,000 raise for all teachers, 100% market value for classified employees, and more than $32 million for schools through Weighted Student Funding formula Charleston County School District’s (CCSD) Board…
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SC Housing warns of fraudulent claims regarding Section 8/Housing Choice Voucher Program waitlist
June 25, 2024
SC Housing is alerting vulnerable South Carolina households to a false online claim that SC Housing’s Section 8/Housing Choice Voucher Program waitlist is opening. The false claim circulating on social…
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Chamber Award nominations now open!
June 24, 2024
Nominations Due Wednesday, July 3 The Lexington Chamber & Visitors Center is pleased to announce its annual 2024 Chamber Awards Recognition Program. These awards recognize the achievements of its shareholders and celebrate the…
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Gather & Grow – Northeast: June 2024
June 24, 2024
Join the Chamber and the newly formed Northeast Business Alliance for a collaborative meeting. As the Chamber works to expand our initiatives throughout the Midlands region, we’ve partnered with representatives…
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Biden-Harris Administration announces availability of $25 million to help expand high-speed internet access in rural areas
June 24, 2024
Funding Provides Technical Assistance Through Local Organizations, Cooperatives and Tribes as Part of Investing in America Agenda U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development Under Secretary Dr. Basil Gooden announced…
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Laurens County Voters Return to Polls for June 25 Runoff Elections
June 24, 2024
It’s been a quick two weeks since the June 11 Primary, and now, on Tuesday, June 25, voters in Laurens County will return to the polls. Every vote counts, as…
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Berkeley County reassessment notices
June 24, 2024
County-wide reassessment notices for Berkeley County property owners were mailed on June 22, 2024. These notices were sent to all property owners. A notice of property tax assessment is not…
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Mayor Daniel J. Rickenmann elected to the U.S. Conference of Mayors Advisory Board
June 24, 2024
City of Columbia Mayor Daniel J. Rickenmann was elected to the U.S. Conference of Mayors (USCM) Advisory Board during the USCM’s 92nd annual meeting (June 20-23), which convened nearly 200 mayors…
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SCbio welcomes Chelsey Lee as Entrepreneurship and Innovation Lead
June 24, 2024
SCbio welcomes Chelsey Lee as Entrepreneurship and Innovation Lead, a new role that will build resources and opportunities for life sciences startups in South Carolina. Lee will oversee the operations…
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Dr. Barbara Beeks joins Presbyterian College as director of Jacobs Scholars Program
June 24, 2024
Dr. Barbara Beeks is the new director of Presbyterian College’s Jacobs Scholars Program. Beeks began June 3 as the leader of PC’s signature program for students affected by foster care…
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Kipper Ackerman ’97 joins alma mater as new assistant director of admissions for fine arts and director of choir at Presbyterian College
June 24, 2024
Presbyterian College alumna Kipper Edens Ackerman ’97 will join her alma mater as its new assistant director of admissions for fine arts and choir director. Ackerman, a seasoned musician and…
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SAFE Federal Credit Union awards over $27,000 in scholarships to high school seniors
June 24, 2024
Eleven budding college freshmen are sharing more than $27,000 in scholarship awards from SAFE Federal Credit Union. SAFE honored the high school seniors at a recent reception hosted at its…
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Shelby Leonardi joins Polales Horton & Leonardi
June 24, 2024
Polales Horton & Leonardi LLP (PHL) welcomes Shelby Leonardi as its newest partner in the firm’s Columbia office. Shelby’s experience in complex civil litigation and her familiarity with the federal…
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Supported by Movement 2030 investment, United Way of the Piedmont announces two Higher Education Community Resource Coordinators
June 24, 2024
Despite billions in economic investment over the last decade, Spartanburg ranks in the bottom 10% of counties nationwide for economic mobility. Movement 2030 is an unprecedented community-led initiative in Spartanburg…
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