Greenville’s newest luxury community Biltmore Walk breaks ground
July 14, 2024
Exclusive Residences Offer Unparalleled Access to County Square’s 40-Acre Mixed-Use Development Keene Group and Marchant Bateman & Co. of Blackstream Christie’s International Real Estate are thrilled to announce the groundbreaking…
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Hotel Hartness ranked No. 1 Resort in South Carolina in the Travel + Leisure World’s Best Awards
July 12, 2024
Hotel Hartness announced that the property has been ranked the no. 1 resort in South Carolina in the 2024 Travel + Leisure World’s Best Awards. The hotel also ranked no.…
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Greenville’s newest luxury community Biltmore Walk breaks ground
July 11, 2024Exclusive Residences Offer Unparalleled Access to County Square’s 40-Acre Mixed-Use Development Keene Group and Marchant Bateman & Co. of Blackstream Christie’s International Real Estate announced the groundbreaking of Biltmore Walk, an…
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The Summer Life Changed
July 11, 2024
By Tom Poland Why Do You Live Where You Do? April 18, 2024—Dickey Betts’s passing took me back to 1973, a very hard year for me. Betts and his…
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Greenville Pro Soccer deepens ownership group with addition of three industry veterans
July 11, 2024Greenville Pro Soccer announced the addition of three industry veterans to its ownership team. Rick Pennell, part-owner and president/CEO of Metromont Corporation; Wallace Cheves, founder of Skyboat Gaming; and Jim…
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Tips for a Sober Summer: Enjoy All the Upstate Has to Offer Without Compromising Your Sobriety
July 11, 2024
Summer can be a daunting time for those in recovery or even those simply looking to drink less. In a culture where activities are often planned around alcohol, it can…
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Colliers Greenville-Spartanburg Office Report: Flight to quality characterizes office market
July 11, 2024
Commercial Real Estate Research & Forecast Report Q2 2024 Greenville-Spartanburg Office Market Highlights Office performance was mixed in the second quarter, as expiring leases and evolving tenant preferences combined with…
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The YoPro releases in-depth report on benefits and wellness in the workplace
July 11, 2024
The YoPro Know, a leading consulting firm that helps companies create a future where all generations thrive, has released a new report showing the importance of work-life balance and other…
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Greenville Arena District embarks on 25-year master plan to reimagine its campus and envision future of Bon Secours Wellness Arena
July 11, 2024
The Greenville Arena District (GAD), owner and operator of Bon Secours Wellness Arena, announced that architecture firms LS3P, LMN, and Gensler Sports have been awarded the contract for master planning…
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Ponthieux’s Jewelry Design Studio moves to Aston’s McDaniel Village
July 11, 2024
23-year-old family owned and operated business expands services Ponthieux’s Jewelry Design Studio is pleased to announce it is relocating to an expanded 2,040-square-foot space at the nearby McDaniel Village shopping…
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Hughes Agency welcomes Eleanor Kneeland as Account Executive
July 11, 2024
Hughes Agency, a full-service public relations, marketing, advertising and event management firm, is pleased to announce the addition of Eleanor Kneeland as Account Executive. Kneeland is responsible for supporting event…
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CarolinaPower welcomes Ashley Michie as marketing manager
July 11, 2024
Greenville-based CarolinaPower, a leading employee-owned, regional electrical contractor with four offices in South Carolina, has hired Ashley Michie as Marketing Manager. Michie will lead company-wide marketing efforts, including brand management,…
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Melissa Woo joins Coldwell Banker Caine in Spartanburg
July 11, 2024
Coldwell Banker Caine recently welcomed Melissa Woo to its Spartanburg office as a residential agent. Melissa has lived in the Upstate since 2007 and favors its stunning scenery, warm Southern…
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Bon Secours launches new pharmacy programs to ensure patients’ ability to access much-needed medications
July 11, 2024
Bon Secours St. Francis is debuting a new Harness Health retail pharmacy at its downtown hospital this week, allowing the health system to also launch two new programs that will…
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Tri-County Technical College freezes in-county tuition for fifth year
July 11, 2024
The Tri-County Technical College Commission voted unanimously in April to freeze in-county tuition for a fifth consecutive year. The in-county tuition freeze applies to the 2024-2025 academic year. “The decision…
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Grant funding available for recreational trail safety and education programs
July 11, 2024
The South Carolina Department of Parks, Recreation & Tourism (SCPRT) is inviting interested eligible entities to submit pre-applications for educational grant funding assistance from the Recreational Trails Program (RTP). The deadline…
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JACKSON partners with Austin Hatcher Foundation to educate families and help support children with cancer
July 11, 2024
JACKSON has entered a partnership with The Austin Hatcher Foundation for Pediatric Cancer to help educate families on the lifetime effects of childhood cancer and grow awareness of the free…
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Carolina Handling presents 2024 Veteran Employment & Transition Summit
July 11, 2024
As part of its ongoing commitment to veteran-friendly employment, Carolina Handling will present the 2024 Veteran Employment & Transition (VET) Summit to be held September 13 in Greer, South Carolina.…
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CPI for all items falls 0.1 percent in June; gasoline down
July 11, 2024
The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) declined 0.1 percent on a seasonally adjusted basis, after being unchanged in May, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported today.…
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SCbio welcomes Paige Durham as Communications Coordinator
July 11, 2024
SCbio welcomed Paige Durham to the team as Communications Coordinator to creatively and effectively communicate the value of the life science association’s programs and initiatives. Durham will be responsible for…
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YMCA of Greenville announces President and CEO Scot Baddley’s upcoming retirement and successor appointment
July 11, 2024
After more than 20 years leading one of the largest health and human services organizations in Greenville County, YMCA of Greenville’s President and CEO Scot Baddley will be retiring at…
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Find Great People moving headquarters to downtown Greenville
July 10, 2024
Find Great People (FGP) announced that the Greenville-based recruiting and HR consulting firm will relocate its headquarters to the former Greenville News building within the Camperdown Plaza in downtown Greenville.…
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SCRA opens new Greenville office
July 10, 2024
South Carolina Research Authority recently held a ribbon-cutting and open house to celebrate its new office. Its Upstate region staff is now located in the heart of Downtown Greenville, where…
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USC ranked one of top patent-producing universities in the world
July 10, 2024
USC is the top patent-producing university in the state and one of the top 50 nationally in the latest National Academy of Inventors report The University of South Carolina system…
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WGU adds AJ Jackson as strategic partnerships manager
July 10, 2024
Education leader to help build partnerships and grow enrollment Online nonprofit Western Governors University (WGU) has announced that Anthony “AJ” Jackson has been named as a strategic partnerships manager. In this role, Jackson…
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SCAA announces 2024 scholarship recipients
July 10, 2024
South Carolina Aviation Association (SCAA) has awarded five scholarships to South Carolinians pursuing careers in the aviation industry. LeeAnne Aganos, of Horry, a standout student at the Pittsburgh Institute of…
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MP Husky expanding Greenville County operations
July 10, 2024
MP Husky, a manufacturer of cable support and power distribution systems, announced it is expanding its Greenville County operations. The company’s $11.1 million investment will create 35 new jobs. MP…
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A M King completes expansion for Henry Avocado Corp
July 9, 2024
Carolinas-based A M King, a leading integrated Design-Build firm with an established presence in the Upstate, has completed expansion of Henry Avocado Corp.’s cold storage distribution center in Charlotte. The…
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CarolinaPower welcomes Ashley Michie as Marketing Manager
July 9, 2024
CarolinaPower, a leading employee-owned, regional electrical contractor with four offices in South Carolina, has hired Ashley Michie as Marketing Manager. Based in the firm’s Columbia office, Michie will lead company-wide…
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FUEL selects Heart of Hospitality GVL as 2H24 grant recipient
July 9, 2024
FUEL – a Greenville, S.C.-based brand building agency – announced that it has selected Heart of Hospitality GVL as the FUEL for Good Grant recipient for 2H 2024. Heart of…
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Clemson faculty work to elevate role of religion and spirituality in serious illness conversations and advance care planning for underserved communities
July 9, 2024
Conversations about serious illness and advance care planning (ACP) can be challenging for health care providers, patients and caregivers – but nursing professor Tracy Fasolino believes these conversations are vital…
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School of Nursing researcher receives grant to study Alzheimer’s
July 9, 2024
Zhara Rahemi, associate professor in the Clemson University School of Nursing, received a grant from the Alzheimer’s Association to examine advance care planning (ACP) practices between patients, caregivers and physicians.…
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Ken Tuck wins prestigious George Warren Fuller Award
July 8, 2024
Spartanburg Water Director of Drinking Water Services Awarded Honor by the American Water Works Association Spartanburg Water Director of Drinking Water Services, Ken Tuck, was recently awarded the prestigious George…
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Zoo shares positive accreditation findings
July 8, 2024
Onsite Inspection Completed in June, Final Report Expected in September Fewer than 10% of all zoos in the United States are accredited. The Greenville Zoo is one of them, and…
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Avenue | Table 301 welcomes Chef Tanner Marino and Bethany Carter
July 8, 2024
The popular rooftop event space in downtown Greenville introduces Marino as executive chef and Carter as director of operations and hospitality Tanner Marino returns to Table 301 as the Executive…
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SC Technical College System leads $12.6 million initiative to transform South Carolina’s Energy workforce
July 8, 2024
The SC Technical College System is proud to announce its leadership role in a groundbreaking $12.6 million initiative, part of the broader $45 million federal investment secured by the SC…
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Kathryn Curtis joins Coldwell Banker Caine in Greenville
July 8, 2024
Coldwell Banker Caine recently welcomed Kathryn Curtis to its Greenville office as a residential agent. Kathryn has lived in Greenville her entire life and considers Greenville’s growth to be nothing…
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Entrepreneur Minute – William Russell, The Marketing Beacon
July 8, 2024
The Who’s on the Move, Entrepreneur Minute is an interview in support of the undeniable impact that entrepreneurs have on our communities. We will be highlighting 20 entrepreneurs in each of…
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Spartanburg Water’s Customer Calendar Photo Contest kicking off
July 8, 2024
Spartanburg Water’s Customer Calendar Photo Contest is back! It’s a favorite for many, and we are excited to once again open the opportunity for customers to participate. The contest runs from Monday, July 8 through Monday, August 5, 2024. Water…
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Family Connection of South Carolina to host education focused summits for community-serving organizations
July 8, 2024
Across South Carolina, there is an increasing number of families who are navigating raising a child with a disability while experiencing housing instability. Family Connection of South Carolina is hosting…
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Grants awarded to improve 10 South Carolina communities
July 8, 2024
S.C. Department of Commerce awards more than $10.5 million in Community Development Block Grant funds Ten communities from around South Carolina are receiving community development grant funds totaling more than…
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Mike Holmes inducted into NAA Hall of Fame
July 8, 2024
Mike Holmes is the 24 th inductee into the NAA Hall of Fame The National Apartment Association (NAA) has announced the induction of Mike Holmes, CAPS, President and CEO of…
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Hela Akkary joins Coldwell Banker Caine in Spartanburg
July 8, 2024
Coldwell Banker Caine recently welcomed Hela Akkary to its Spartanburg office as a residential agent. Hela has lived in various areas of the Upstate almost her entire life, giving her…
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Mountains to Midlands: CEO retirement and search
July 8, 2024
It is with a heavy heart that Girl Scouts of South Carolina—Mountains to Midlands announces the upcoming retirement of President and CEO Lora Tucker. Tucker’s journey with GSSC-MM began in…
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Kishia Dolata joins Coldwell Banker Caine in Spartanburg
July 8, 2024
Coldwell Banker Caine recently welcomed Kishia Dolata to its Spartanburg office as a residential agent. Kishia has resided in the Upstate since 1995, and praises its diversity, culture, and food.…
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TPM named one of South Carolina’s Best Places to Work for the sixth consecutive year
July 8, 2024
TPM, a leader in providing solutions for the AEC and manufacturing sectors, announced that it has been named one of South Carolina’s Best Places to Work for the sixth consecutive year.…
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Kickstart Your Career: Exciting Website Manager & Graphic Designer Role at Presbyterian College
July 8, 2024
Presbyterian College is excited to announce an opening for the position of Website Manager and Graphic Designer. This role is perfect for a recent graduate looking to dive into web…
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New rates approved for Duke Energy Carolinas customers in South Carolina
July 8, 2024
The Public Service Commission of South Carolina (PSCSC) has approved new customer rates based on a settlement agreement with almost all parties in the Duke Energy Carolinas rate review request filed with the commission…
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TrebleHook joins South Carolina Research Authority as a Member Company
July 8, 2024
TrebleHook announced its acceptance as a member company of the South Carolina Research Authority (SCRA). This membership marks a significant milestone for TrebleHook, reinforcing its commitment to innovation and growth…
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United Ministries announces program closure
July 8, 2024
New Focus on Economic Mobility, Housing Stability, and Homeless Services After thorough analysis and evaluation, United Ministries’ leadership team and Board of Directors have determined that the organization will no…
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