Dynamic clogging routine scores winning votes for new Miss Lander University
November 13, 2021
A 12-time national clogging champion who has appeared on NBC-TV’s America’s Got Talent is the new Miss Lander University. Anna Joy Hulsey, 19, of Gaffney, danced her way to the…
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I Am Lander: U.S. Army Capt. Marcus Brown takes love for Lander to Alaska post
November 13, 2021
“The soldier is the Army. No army is better than its soldiers. The soldier is also a citizen. In fact, the highest obligation and privilege of citizenship is that of…
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Red Devils Roll Dice and Advance
November 13, 2021
Clinton, trailing by two touchdowns in the 1st half, came off the deck to upend Lower Richland and advance to the Upstate football semifinals in Class 3A with a 48-34…
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AG Alan Wilson’s statement on Court’s stay of private employer vaccine mandate
November 13, 2021
November 12, 2021 (COLUMBIA, S.C.) – Today, the 5th Circuit Court of Appeals blocked OSHA from enforcing a vaccine mandate for private employers with 100 or more employees until the Court…
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Senator High Leatherman passes away
November 12, 2021
On Friday November 12, South Carolina Senator High Leatherman passed away at the age of 90. The 31st District of South Carolina, which he represented, has Florence as its largest…
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Greenville Technical College holds open house for high-demand programs covered by workforce scholarships
November 12, 2021
An open house will be held on Tuesday, November 16 from 4 to 6 p.m. at Greenville Technical College in the Community Room of building 102 on the Barton Campus…
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Defense attorney Katherine Myers joins Burnette Shutt & McDaniel
November 12, 2021
A criminal law attorney who’s dedicated to helping others, Katherine Myers has joined Burnette Shutt & McDaniel. Myers is a former prosecutor who worked in the First Circuit Court Solicitor’s…
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A M King crowns winner in collegiate Design-Build Competition
November 12, 2021
It was an international quandary at the Associated Schools of Construction’s (ASC) Region 2 Design-Build Competition last month. Ultimately, the five-member team from the University of Florida solved the knotty…
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Mailprotector hires Ardaiz as Vice President of Sales
November 12, 2021
Mailprotector, a global cloud-based B2B email security, compliance and encryption company, announced today that it has named Nathan Ardaiz as Vice President of Sales. In addition to leading the Mailprotector…
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Statement from Gov. Henry McMaster on the passing of Senator Hugh Leatherman
November 12, 2021
Governor Henry McMaster today issued the following statement on the passing of Senator Hugh Leatherman: “A powerful force for the progress and prosperity of our people has left us. For…
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South Carolina Chamber of Commerce statements on Hugh Leatherman
November 12, 2021
The South Carolina Chamber of Commerce released the following statements on the passing of State Senate Finance Committee Chairman Hugh Leatherman. South Carolina Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Bob…
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Barzan Aeronautical, LLC establishing operations in Charleston County
November 12, 2021
$14.7 million investment to create 34 new jobs Barzan Aeronautical, LLC, an aerial intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance (ISR) systems company, today announced plans to establish operations in Charleston County. The…
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Boeing supports UofSC’s assistance to veterans through free legal clinic
November 11, 2021
Help is available for South Carolina’s low-income veteran population The Veterans Legal Clinic at the University of South Carolina will continue and expand its free services to low-income veterans living…
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Dr. David J. Cole named 2021 Joseph P. Riley Leadership Award winner
November 11, 2021
The Charleston Metro Chamber announced Dr. David J. Cole as the recipient of the 2021 Joseph P. Riley Leadership Award, which will be presented at the Chamber’s Member-Bration on December 3. Named after one…
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County employees put stamp on environmental education
November 10, 2021
A leadership change for the board of the Environmental Education Association of South Carolina (EEASC) also marks a passing of the torch from one Richland County employee to another. EEASC…
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SC Philharmonic appoints new president and members to the 2021/2022 Board of Directors
November 10, 2021
The South Carolina Philharmonic is delighted to appoint a new President of the Board of Directors, and welcome four members to the 2021/2022 Board of Directors. David Turner, currently the…
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XPRIZE and Musk Foundation select BJU team as 1 of 5 winners in MRV competition
November 10, 2021
XPRIZE, the global leader in designing and implementing innovative competition models to solve the world’s grandest challenges, today announced a team from Bob Jones University is one of 23 student-led teams to…
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Prisma Health and City of Columbia collaborate to improve and connect three riverfront greenways
November 10, 2021
The City of Columbia and Prisma Health are working together to improve and connect three of Columbia’s greenways to encourage the public in healthy outdoor activities. Prisma Health is providing…
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The City of Columbia partners with SC DHEC to offer free COVID-19 vaccinations
November 10, 2021To prevent coronavirus cases from rising, the City of Columbia is urging citizens to get vaccinated and is offering several free vaccine clinics. The City of Columbia is partnering with…
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Richland Library unveils new Storywalk location at Riverfront Park
November 10, 2021
Families can enjoy “I Am a Bird” at Riverfront Park Step into a good book beginning November 12 with Richland Library’s third StoryWalk® in the Midlands, located at Riverfront Park…
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Gamma ray discovery could advance understanding of UFOs’ role in the evolution of galaxies
November 10, 2021
Using data gathered by the Large Area Telescope onboard NASA’s Fermi Gamma-ray Space Telescope and a stacking technique combining signals too weak to be observed on their own, researchers detected gamma rays…
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Land Use Boards & Commissions change monthly meeting dates for 2022
November 10, 2021The City of Columbia Planning & Development Services Department will be moving their regularly scheduled monthly meeting dates for their Land Use Boards & Commissions in 2022. The Planning Commission, which…
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USA Today/10Best Nominates Brookgreen Gardens’ Nights of a Thousand Candles as one of America’s “Best Botanical Garden Holiday Lights” displays
November 10, 2021
Nationwide Vote Will Determine Winner Of Online Contest Brookgreen Gardens’ Nights of a Thousand Candles, long regarded as South Carolina’s premier Christmas attraction, has been nominated as one of 20…
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Camp Hall closes Campus 1 sale with Magnus Development Partners
November 10, 2021
South Carolina-based real estate developer Magnus Development Partners completed the purchase of 10+ acres on Camp Hall’s Campus 1, where they plan to break ground before the end of this…
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Gov. Henry McMaster requests investigation into obscene materials in public school libraries
November 10, 2021
Requests State Law Enforcement Division Evaluation Governor Henry McMaster has requested that S.C. Superintendent of Education Molly Spearman immediately begin a comprehensive investigation into the presence of obscene and pornographic…
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Lieutenant Governor Pamela Evette to visit Greer Relief for Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week
November 10, 2021
South Carolina’s Lieutenant Governor, Pamela Evette, is to visit Greer Relief on Tuesday, November 16th. During Lt. Governor Evette’s visit, she will receive a tour of Greer Relief, learn about…
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Liz Horton named to Carolinas Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives’ Board of Directors
November 10, 2021
The Carolinas Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives (CACCE) announced that Liz Horton, Greenville Chamber Senior Vice President, will serve on the 2022 Executive Committee as Treasurer. Horton joins 17…
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CofC alum establishes Charleston’s inaugural Black Food Truck Festival
November 10, 2021
When Marcus Hammond ’09, attended the College of Charleston, he didn’t have a lot of free time. As a business administration major and captain of the men’s basketball team, when he wasn’t in class…
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U.S. News and World Report ranks several CCSD schools near the top of South Carolina
November 10, 2021The U.S. News and World Report released their first set of rankings for elementary and middle schools recently (similar to their annual high school rankings), and multiple schools in Charleston…
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Charleston Metro Chamber announces 2021 Honors winners
November 10, 2021
The Charleston Metro Chamber celebrates the achievements of local organizations and leaders with an exemplary commitment to the region’s economic development and quality of life by presenting the 2021 Honors awards.…
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SC Ports’ capacity benefits retailers during record October
November 10, 2021
South Carolina Ports had a record October for containers handled as measured in twenty-foot equivalent units (TEUs), marking the eighth consecutive month of record volumes at the Port of Charleston. SC…
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College of Charleston supports student-veterans year round
November 10, 2021For the past few years, U.S. News & World Report has ranked the College of Charleston as one of the best schools in the nation for veterans. That doesn’t surprise Jabe…
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County employees put stamp on environmental education
November 10, 2021
A leadership change for the board of the Environmental Education Association of South Carolina (EEASC) also marks a passing of the torch from one Richland County employee to another. EEASC…
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Nephron opens pediatric COVID-19 vaccine clinic
November 10, 2021
Hours Are Monday – Friday, 12 PM – 5:30 PM As children ages 5 to 11 become eligible for COVID-19 vaccines, Nephron Pharmaceuticals Corporation has announced the opening of a pediatric…
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8 South Carolina professional and civic leaders named to prestigious education policy program
November 10, 2021
Eight (8) professional and civic leaders from across South Carolina have been selected to participate in the SC Education Policy Fellowship Program (SC-EPFP) for 2021-22. SC-EPFP is a 10-month intensive…
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DHEC Board accepts SHaPE SC Task Force recommendations
November 10, 2021
The S.C. Board of Health and Environmental Control (Board) today received the final report and recommendations of the Task Force to Strengthen the Health and Promote the Environment of South Carolina (SHaPE SC).…
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Janet Hurley Cann recognized as leader for contributions to enhancements, preservation to global water environment
November 10, 2021
Spartanburg Water’s Asset Engineering Manager named Water Environment Federation Fellow Janet Hurley Cann, P.E., Spartanburg Water’s Asset Engineering Manager, was recently named a Water Environment Federation (WEF) Fellow. This designation…
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Lighting the way to graduation for South Carolina public school students
November 10, 2021
Communities In Schools of South Carolina launches Illuminating the Power of One – a fundraising event honoring students, aligning private resources, and unifying the state Communities In Schools of South…
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Hello Weekend!
November 10, 2021
What are your plans for the weekend? Here’s what we know is happening. Thursday, November 11th: Live Music with Tanner Burch at Palmetto Brothers Dispensary (7-9 pm) Friday, November 12th:…
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Partnership with Laurens District 55 High School Facilitates EMT Certification
November 10, 2021
Before there were public rumblings about a shortage of Emergency Medical Technicians (EMT), Laurens County School District 55 Superintendent Dr. Ameca Thomas was reaching out to potential partners to help…
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DartPoints launches state’s first internet exchange (IX)
November 10, 2021
In June 2021, DartPoints acquired Immedion, a Greenville-based provider of colocation, cloud and managed services with eight data centers in seven markets throughout South Carolina, North Carolina, Ohio and Indiana.…
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Gov. Henry McMaster Requests Investigation into Obscene Materials in Public School Libraries
November 10, 2021
Requests State Law Enforcement Division Evaluation Governor Henry McMaster has requested that S.C. Superintendent of Education Molly Spearman immediately begin a comprehensive investigation into the presence of obscene and pornographic…
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Above, Not Below, The Jailhouse
November 10, 2021
By Tom Poland Standing in a courtroom, a malefactor dreads a dire warning. “If you don’t straighten up, I’ll put you under the jailhouse.” Uttered by many a judge,…
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Colliers facilities sale of 6.9 acres in Lexington County Industrial Park to Beaman Pearson Holdings
November 10, 2021
Colliers | South Carolina’s industrial brokerage team of Chuck Salley, SIOR, Dave Mathews, SIOR, Thomas Beard and John Peebles represented Sandhills Development Company in the sale of 6.9 acres…
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Laurens County Manufacturing Job Fair Scheduled for November 18th
November 10, 2021
The Laurens County Manufacturing Job Fair will be held next Thursday, November 18th from 4PM-7PM at Piedmont Technical College CAMCenter (109 Innovation Drive, Laurens, SC). Those seeking employment can prepare…
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Rosen Hagood named among Top Law Firms for 2022 by US News & World Report and Best Lawyers in America
November 10, 2021
Rosen Hagood is honored to be included in the 2022 U.S. News – Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms” list. Recognition on this list reflects the high level of respect the…
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Wyche recognized as 2022 “Best Law Firm”
November 10, 2021
Wyche has been named a 2022 Tier 1 “Best Law Firm” in 15 practice areas by U.S. News – Best Lawyers®. The selection follows a rigorous evaluation process that includes client and lawyer evaluations, peer…
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PC Choir, Orchestra and Wind Ensembles to Present
November 10, 2021
You know the holiday season is near when Presbyterian College announces their annual Christmas program. This year, the Department of Music at Presbyterian College will present “Together for Christmas” on…
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National home repair nonprofit rebrands as the Coalition for Home Repair
November 10, 2021
Leaders in the world of nonprofit home repair announced the rebranding of the ReFrame Association as the Coalition for Home Repair at its annual conference today. This marks a new…
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CPI for all items rises 0.9% in October as most indexes increase
November 10, 2021
The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) increased 0.9 percent in October on a seasonally adjusted basis after rising 0.4 percent in September, the U.S. Bureau of Labor…
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