Hello Weekend – And a Long One at That!
September 1, 2021
The Labor Day weekend is almost here! What’s on your agenda for the long weekend? Here’s what we know about local events for the weekend: Thursday, September 2nd: Barbells, BBQ…
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Laurens County Chamber – Nominations for Quarterly Small Business Award Open
September 1, 2021
The Laurens County Chamber of Commerce invites you to nominate a Chamber Member Business that contributes to the economic health of the community through exceptional business practices and customer service,…
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Blue Hose Update Attendance Policy for Fall Sports Home Events
September 1, 2021
The Presbyterian College athletic department has released its spectator policy and guidelines pertaining to COVID-19 for fall sports home events. PC’s spectator policy for the Fall 2021 home athletic events…
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Clinton Economic Development Corporation Meeting – September 8th
September 1, 2021
The Clinton Economic Development Corporation will meet on Wednesday, September 8th at 8:00 am. at M.S. Bailey Municipal Center. Agenda as published is below.
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It’s Pumpkin Time Y’all!
September 1, 2021
It’s not quite Fall yet but it’s getting close and with Fall comes pumpkins. If you like pumpkins and everything that goes along with them, there’s a new local place…
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Grand Opening at Riverland Hills Baptist Church
September 1, 2021
LS3P congratulates Riverland Hills Baptist Church on their grand opening dedication ceremony that occurred on Sunday, August 29, 2021. As a returning client, Riverland Hills brought in LS3P to design…
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September is National Voter Registration Month
September 1, 2021
The South Carolina State Election Commission, along with county election officials across the country, are celebrating National Voter Registration Month this September. During the month, state and local election officials…
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Colliers Report: Service-focused shops succeed
September 1, 2021
Commercial Real Estate Research & Forecast Report Q2 2021 Greenville-Spartanburg Retail Market Highlights During the second quarter of 2021, most retail activity was concentrated in service-oriented establishments like day spas,…
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Trinity Power opens first office location in the Southeast at 555 John Ross Court in Pelzer, SC
September 1, 2021
Colliers’ Richard Barrett, MCR represented TBH Investments Inc. in leasing 9,600 square feet of flex space at 555 John Ross Court in Pelzer to Trinity Power Rentals, Inc. Trinity Power…
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The Best Lawyers in America recognizes 40 Womble Bond Dickinson Lawyers in South Carolina
September 1, 2021
Thirty-six attorneys in Womble Bond Dickinson’s Charleston, Columbia and Greenville offices have been named to the 28th Edition of The Best Lawyers in America®. This includes five attorneys receiving “Lawyer…
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Celebrate Charleston Restaurant Week at 5Church and Tempest
September 1, 2021
Charleston Restaurant Week is fast approaching and two restaurants from the 5th Street Group, 5Church Charleston and Tempest, are ready to celebrate with special menus running from September 9-19. •…
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Columbia Capital Rotary Club installs Little Free Library
September 1, 2021Columbia Capital Rotary Club installed a Little Free Library at W. A. Perry Middle School this month. This partnership is in conjunction with Richland School District One and the Rotary…
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Leaders gather to discuss events targeting disastrous flooding in S.C.
September 1, 2021By W. Thomas Smith Jr. An organizationally diverse gathering of state leaders led by S.C. Floodwater Commission Tom Mullikin held a solutions-seeking, event-planning, flood-mitigation session at the Palmetto Club in…
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SC Green Industry Association presents 18th Annual Fall Field Day
September 1, 2021
The SC Green Industry Association presents the 18th Annual Fall Field Day on Wednesday, September 22, 2021 at Modern Turf, 2895 Edens Road in Dalzell, SC. Click here to register…
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The ART of Real Estate welcomes Anya Morfit as Associate Agent
September 1, 2021
The ART of Real Estate is pleased to announce Anya Morfit has joined their Columbia Studio as an Associate Agent. Anya moved down South to attend the University of South…
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Lowcountry Food Bank’s Walk to Fight Hunger aims to raise funds to help food insecure Lowcountry neighbors
September 1, 2021
The Lowcountry Food Bank is holding a “hybrid” walk event that aims to bring awareness to hunger issues in coastal South Carolina and raise funds for Lowcountry Food Bank programs,…
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The ART of Real Estate welcomes Kristen Barber as Executive Coordinator
September 1, 2021
The ART of Real Estate is pleased to announce Kristen Barber has joined the team as their new Executive Coordinator. In this position, Kristen will work closely with the Chief…
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Greenville-based Graycliff Capital enters NC’s Triangle market with upscale multi-family development in Wake Forest
September 1, 2021Greenville (S.C.)-based Graycliff Capital Partners, LLC (Graycliff Capital), a leading developer/owner in the multi-family sector based in downtown Greenville, announces the development of Encore at Heritage Apartments – Luxury Apartment…
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Check out five unique & innovative resources with a Richland Library card
September 1, 2021Whether accessing materials, technology or educational opportunities, explore the full benefits of a Richland Library card. During Library Card Sign-Up Month, recognized nationally each September since 1987, we’re highlighting five…
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Douglas S. Schultz, Jr., MD joins Midlands Orthopaedics & Neurosurgery, PA
September 1, 2021
Midlands Orthopaedics & Neurosurgery, PA announced that Dr. Douglas S. Schultz, Jr. MD, joined the practice as of September 1, 2021. Dr. Schultz completed his Adult Reconstruction Fellowship at Allegheny…
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Nearly $300,000 in grant funding now available for projects aimed at reducing diesel engine emissions
September 1, 2021
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) announced that grant funding is available for the replacement or upgrade of older diesel engines in an effort to help…
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Donations break record in annual COPS 4 FOSTER KIDS Bowling event
September 1, 2021By W. Thomas Smith Jr. The 17th annual COPS 4 FOSTER KIDS bowling tournament – aimed at improving the lives of foster children in Richland County – netted more than…
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Main Street Clinton Brings Concert Truck to Town
September 1, 2021
A concert truck? Yes, there is such a thing. Close your eyes and imagine a 16-foot box truck converted into a fully functioning concert hall. Hard to imagine? Click here…
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LS3P welcomes Marvin Murillo
August 31, 2021
LS3P is pleased to welcome Marvin Murillo, who joins the firm’s Greenville office as a Human Resources Coordinator. In his new role, Murillo will be assisting the Human Resources team…
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New psychedelic therapy clinic opens in Charleston
August 31, 2021
The state of mental health in the Unites States appears in crisis. Rates of depression and anxiety have steadily increased over the last decade, only to be accelerated by the…
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G. Murrell Smith, Jr. and Jonathan M. Robinson of Smith Robinson Law Firm selected to 2022 edition of Best Lawyers in America®
August 31, 2021
Smith Robinson Holler DuBose and Morgan, LLC, announced that attorneys G. Murrell Smith, Jr. and Jonathan M. Robinson have been selected to the 2022 edition of Best Lawyers in America®.…
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The Saluda River Greenway Grand Opening
August 31, 2021On Monday, August 30, 2021, the Midlands celebrated the official opening of the Saluda River Greenway. Part of the Saluda Riverwalk, this three mile section of the trail was funded…
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Lowes Foods announces a newly remodeled store in Columbia
August 31, 2021
The store is located at Sandhill Village will have a Grand Opening on 9/2 at 5pm After extensive renovations, a former BI-LO location will complete its transition to a Lowes…
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Benefitfocus appoints Ana Perez, Chief Marketing Officer
August 31, 2021
Benefitfocus, Inc. (NASDAQ: BNFT), an industry-leading benefits technology platform that simplifies benefits administration for employers, health plans and brokers, announces the appointment of Ana Perez as Chief Marketing Officer (CMO). Perez is a key addition…
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OneSpartanburg, Inc. announces 2021-22 Executive Board
August 31, 2021
OneSpartanburg, Inc. announced its complete 2021-22 Executive Board, featuring a host of community and business leaders from across Spartanburg County. Spartanburg Medical Center President Phil Feisal was named Chair of…
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Immunotherapy developed at Hollings offered in national LUNG-MAP trial
August 31, 2021
By Caroline Wallace A bench-to-bedside-pioneered lung cancer immunotherapy developed at MUSC Hollings Cancer Center is to be included in one of the largest lung cancer clinical trials being offered by the National…
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Gift is an investment in financial experiential learning
August 31, 2021
The School of Business Investment Program at the College of Charleston began in 2013 with a cohort of 20 students managing a public asset portfolio of $50,000. Today, around 140 students have…
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West Ashley’s AJ Barnes named CCSD 2021 Teacher of the Year
August 31, 2021Adam “AJ” Barnes is Charleston County School District’s 2021 Teacher of the Year. Barnes teaches AP European History, US History, and coaches baseball at West Ashley High School (WAHS). This…
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Zoo to break ground on The Darnall W. & Susan F. Boyd Aquarium & Reptile Conservation Center
August 31, 2021Riverbanks Zoo and Garden and The Darnall W. and Susan F. Boyd Foundation will host a groundbreaking at the Zoo on Tuesday, Sept 14 to kick off an exciting new…
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Berkeley County, Santee Cooper to hold Mega Boat Landing groundbreaking
August 31, 2021
Berkeley County, in partnership with Santee Cooper, will hold a groundbreaking ceremony for the Mega Boat Landing project on Thursday, September 2, at 10 a.m. at 933 Broughton Road in Moncks Corner.…
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Palmetto Trail welcomes new Palmetto Conservation Corps Program Director
August 31, 2021Catie Hutchison likes to hike and travel. Her new role as the Program Director for the Palmetto Conservation Corps will have her traveling throughout the state as she supervises work…
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Historic Columbia to host 43rd Annual Jubilee: Festival of Black History & Culture
August 31, 2021
Join Historic Columbia (HC) at Jubilee: Festival of Black History & Culture presented by Bank of America from 11 a.m.-6 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 18. Now in its 43rd year, Jubilee, a free, outdoor festival,…
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SC tax credits available for education-related expenses
August 31, 2021
The South Carolina Department of Revenue (SCDOR) reminds teachers and parents that Income Tax credits are available for certain education related expenses. Information for teachers: Classroom Teachers Expenses Credit: Classroom teachers…
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Wilson Kibler hires Chase Gray as property manager in Columbia
August 31, 2021
Wilson Kibler, a full-service commercial real estate firm headquartered in Columbia since 1987, is pleased to announce that Chase Gray has joined the company as a property manager in the…
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Infinity Marketing promotes social team members
August 31, 2021Infinity Marketing, a fully integrated marketing agency in the Upstate, is proud to promote Nicole Day to Social Media Specialist, Gina O’Donnell to Social Media Manager and Shannon Kohn…
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The Lexington One Educational Foundation welcomes four new board members
August 31, 2021The Lexington One Educational Foundation recently welcomed four new members to its board of directors: Randall Cooper, CPA CFE, is a partner at The Brittingham Group. Brandon Mogan is…
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Upstate nonprofit meeting critical community needs awarded Dominion Energy grant
August 31, 2021
The Dominion Energy Charitable Foundation has awarded more than $250,000 to 26 local nonprofits engaged in meeting the critical needs of South Carolina communities, including food, housing and medical care.…
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AllSouth Federal Credit Union held food drive for Harvest Hope
August 31, 2021
As our community continues to recover from the effects of the pandemic, many people continue to struggle with food insecurity in our communities. AllSouth Federal Credit Union decided to support…
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Connect America establishing operations in Greenville County, S.C.
August 31, 2021
The Greenville Area Development Corporation (GADC), charged with promoting and enhancing quality of life in Greenville County by facilitating job growth and investment, has announced that Connect America, a nationally…
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An Interview with New County Administrator Thomas Higgs
August 31, 2021
Monday, August 30th was “day 1” for Thomas Higgs now serving as the Laurens County Administrator. He hit the ground running, attending a department head meeting with County Council Chairman,…
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COVID Shuts Down Clinton’s Next Game
August 30, 2021
Clinton’s football games against Newberry, varsity and JV alike, have been postponed due to positive COVID tests in the Red Devil program. A significant notes package also includes Laurens athletics…
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Superintendent of Education Imposes Mask Mandate on Buses
August 30, 2021
In a memo received from the South Carolina Department of Education (SCDE) on Thursday, August 26, 2021, Laurens County School Districts learned of a mandate that took effect on Monday,…
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Another Record-Breaking Year for Enrollment at Lander University
August 30, 2021
The Fall 2021 semester at Lander University has launched with yet another year of record-breaking enrollment and residence halls filled to capacity. Classes began Monday, Aug. 23, and as the…
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Attorney General Wilson sues Biden Administration to stop enforcement of guidance that threatens women’s sports and student and employee privacy
August 30, 2021
Lawsuit defends states from federal regulatory overreach and the unlawful interpretation of anti-discrimination laws Attorney General Alan Wilson, along with 19 other states led by Tennessee Attorney General Herbert H. Slatery III,…
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Aligning Your Values with Your Investments
August 30, 2021
by Bailey O. Davis There are so many ways to help people, organizations, and causes that are special to you. You may donate your time by volunteering in your community.…
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