Inspired by community support, Greenville Drive continued winning ways in 2020 despite cancelled season
January 12, 2021
Franchise finishes 2020 strong with multiple community, philanthropic and national awards Despite the cancellation of the 2020 Minor League Baseball (MiLB) season, the Greenville Drive continued to rack up wins,…
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Infinity Marketing enhances analytics team with new members
January 12, 2021Infinity Marketing, a fully integrated marketing agency in the Upstate, recently expanded its Analytics Team by transitioning current-employee Aimee Foster’s role and hiring intern Curtis Wright as Analytics Coordinators. “We…
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Sally Purnell named 2021 Best Lawyers® “Lawyer of the Year” for Medical Malpractice Law – Defendants in Greenville
January 12, 2021
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd announced that Sally Purnell was recently recognized by Best Lawyers as the 2021 “Lawyer of the Year” for Medical Malpractice Law – Defendants in Greenville. Only a…
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AllSouth Federal Credit Union now serves Orangeburg County
January 12, 2021
AllSouth Federal Credit Union announced the expansion of their field of membership to include Orangeburg County. AllSouth now proudly serves nine counties in the Midlands area to include Calhoun, Fairfield,…
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Andy Westbrook joins Countybank as Commercial Banking Manager
January 12, 2021
Countybank welcomed Andy Westbrook as Executive Vice President, Commercial Banking Manager in Greenville. Westbrook comes to Countybank with more than 35 years of commercial banking experience. In his role as…
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SC Human Trafficking annual report shows changes in Top 5 counties
January 11, 2021
South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson released the South Carolina Human Trafficking Task Force’s 2020 Annual Report on Monday, January 11th at the Statehouse. It showed a change in the…
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Fetter Health Care Network continues offering Rapid COVID-19 testing clinics to start New Year
January 11, 2021
As the Lowcountry welcomes in the New Year of 2021, Fetter Health Care Network (Fetter) has announced it will continue to meet the needs of the community through its COVID-19…
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Free career assistance available to jobseekers at Richland Library
January 11, 2021
Whether searching for current employment or navigating through a career change, Richland Library is looking to jumpstart your success in 2021. Meet with one of our more than 30 career…
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American Heart Association collaborating with local AME churches
January 11, 2021
The American Heart Association in Charleston is collaborating with local AME churches to raise awareness of the benefits of living a healthy lifestyle. The partnership provides education on the dangers…
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New Businesses Coming to Designers Alley
January 11, 2021
It is likely that you’ve noticed a transformation on W. Main Street in Clinton, as the Designers Alley building has undergone significant renovation. According to the owners, Laurie and Joseph…
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South Carolinians aged 70 and older can schedule COVID-19 vaccine appointments beginning Jan. 13
January 11, 2021
Governor Henry McMaster and the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) announced that beginning Wednesday, Jan. 13, any South Carolina resident aged 70 or older, regardless of health…
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Let’s Talk Race discussion to address recent news headlines – Jan 14
January 11, 2021
Following a week of unprecedented moments in our nation’s history, Richland Library is inviting community members to take part in honest and courageous conversations. Join us for another virtual Let’s…
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Central Carolina Community Foundation accepting scholarship applications for 2021-2022 school year
January 11, 2021
More than 175 scholarship opportunities totaling $500,000+ are available to students Central Carolina Community Foundation is now accepting scholarship applications through March 5, 2020, for the 2021-2022 school year. More…
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Diversity Leaders Initiative project aids returning citizens
January 11, 2021
As part of a Diversity Leaders Initiative community action project, Greenville Technical College and the Phillis Wheatley Community Center provided community members released from incarceration with backpacks containing toiletries, clothing,…
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Upstate Mediation Center announces 2020 Peacemaker Award
January 11, 2021
The Upstate Mediation Center (“UMC”) is pleased to announce the 2020 Peacemaker Award recipient is Meliah Bowers Jefferson. Ms. Jefferson was nominated for her work in organizing the Lawyers Standing…
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Endeavor hosts virtual Collaborators & Cocktails with TED Talks Daily podcast host and NPR newswoman Elise Hu
January 11, 2021
Endeavor, a coworking space in downtown Greenville’s LEED-certified ONE tower, announces that it will host its next Collaborators & Cocktails speaker series with TED Talks Daily podcast host and NPR…
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Santee Cooper issues 2020 progress update
January 11, 2021
Santee Cooper has made significant progress in our efforts to boost accountability, pay down debt, return money to customers and deliver leaner, greener energy. Those efforts are detailed in our…
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Blue Hose Take Two in Spartanburg
January 11, 2021
For the first time since the Big South Conference reconfigured basketball schedules, the Presbyterian women took both games of a series. The Blue Hose defeated USC Upstate twice — 60-50…
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South Carolinians Aged 70 and Older Can Schedule COVID-19 Vaccine Appointments Beginning Jan. 13
January 11, 2021
Governor Henry McMaster and the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) announced that beginning Wednesday, Jan. 13, any South Carolina resident aged 70 or older, regardless of…
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Comporium and York Electric partner to expand broadband services
January 11, 2021
ROCK HILL, SC. – Comporium and York Electric Cooperative, Inc. (YEC) have entered a partnership to extend fiber optics to approximately 5,000 YEC members living in western York and parts…
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East Cooper Medical Center opens Inpatient Rehabilitation Unit
January 11, 2021
East Cooper Medical Center is pleased to announce the opening of its new Inpatient Rehabilitation Unit. “We are all very excited about the exceptional care our patients will receive in…
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City Center Partnership announces new board members and re-election of officers for 2021
January 11, 2021
City Center Partnership (CCP) announced the appointment of the following new board members: • Jonathan Harvey of Colliers International • Sara Middleton of LTC Health Solutions • James Smith of…
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Greenlink providing later service hours and new weekly pass
January 11, 2021
Greenlink has implemented the next phase of its plan to extend the service hours for its fixed routes, with all 12 routes now operating from 5:30 a.m. to 11:30 p.m.…
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Greenville businessman Ben Talbert launches recruiting firm to service manufacturing, engineering, industrial sectors
January 11, 2021Ben Talbert, with more than 17 years of experience both working in and recruiting for the industrial sectors, announced that his industrial recruiting firm, Better Than Found (BTF), launched on…
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Enjoy a virtual seat to an upcoming world-class jazz concert – Jan 15
January 11, 2021
Tune in to a rollicking, world-class jazz concert from the comfort of your home. Richland Library presents Evening Arts: The Ben Rosenblum Jazz Trio from 7 – 8 p.m., Friday,…
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SC Life Sciences conference to feature BIO Global executive Feb. 16-17
January 11, 2021
With the biggest story of 2020 – the global COVID-19 pandemic – serving as the backdrop, the biggest life sciences conference in Palmetto State history will convene virtually February 16-17…
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Polar Bear Plunge set for January 16 in Lake Carolina
January 11, 2021
As 2021 begins, the Lake Carolina community is once again taking a plunge to help children. Children’s Charities of the Midlands, a charitable organization created in Lake Carolina, was founded…
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SCTAC CEO named to 50 Most Influential List for 6th year
January 11, 2021
For the second year in a row and the sixth time total, SC Technology & Aviation Center President and CEO Jody Bryson has been recognized as one of the 50…
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Wild Dunes Resort hosting hiring event for new Sweetgrass Inn
January 11, 2021Wild Dunes Resort, located on Isle of Palms, is hosting a hiring event on January 14-16 & 18-20, 2021 for the opening team of the new Sweetgrass Inn. This hiring…
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The Capital Corporation advises Forensic Engineering Technologies, LLC on its partnership with J.S. Held
January 11, 2021
Greenville, South Carolina January 8, 2021 Transaction: The Capital Corporation announced that Forensic Engineering Technologies, LLC (“FET”, headquartered in Orlando, Florida) has partnered with J.S. Held LLC (“J.S. Held”,…
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NAI Columbia and Furman Capital Advisors facilitates the $4.25 million investment sale of Edens Plaza
January 10, 2021
NAI Columbia’s Patrick Palmer, CCIM, and Bobby Balboni along with Furman Capital Advisors Peter Couchell, Robert Schmidt, and Luke Hall represented the seller, the KIMIJO Properties, LLC, in the $4.25…
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DHEC encourages South Carolina hospitals to begin vaccinating admitted patients age 65 and older
January 8, 2021
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) announced today that South Carolina Hospitals should begin to vaccinate their admitted patients, who are aged 65 years and older,…
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Palmetto State Teachers Association Statement on Governor’s Budget, 1/8/21
January 8, 2021
By Kathy Maness, Executive Director Palmetto State Teachers Association As our state continues to grapple with the ongoing effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, our citizens are experiencing a natural desire…
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Greenville Center for Creative Arts elects new members to its board of directors
January 8, 2021
The Greenville Center for Creative Arts (GCCA) announced six new members elected to its board of directors. • Diana Farfan, Ceramic Sculpture Artist • Sam Jenkins, Project Manager, Cely Construction…
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SynTerra hires Danny McCormick to lead construction management program
January 8, 2021
SynTerra Corporation, a science and engineering firm with offices throughout the Southeast, announced the hiring of Danny McCormick as the company’s Construction Management Program Director. McCormick has 40 years of…
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YWCA Greater Charleston opens 2021 MLK Celebration registration, announces MLK Ecumenical Service speaker
January 8, 2021
YWCA Greater Charleston has opened registration for all events of its 49th Annual Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration. To ensure the health and safety of participants during the…
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Governor McMaster provides $19.9 million in education, workforce training funding
January 8, 2021
$8 Million for Job Training, $7 Million for Early Childhood Education, $4.9 Million for Foster Children Governor Henry McMaster today announced a $19.9 million education and workforce training investment in…
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South Carolina Farmers can apply Jan. 1 to grow hemp in 2021
January 8, 2021
The South Carolina Department of Agriculture (SCDA) will accept applications for hemp farming permits for the 2021 growing season from Jan. 1 through Feb. 28, 2021. The state’s Hemp Farming…
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PC Adds a Football Game at Gardner-Webb
January 8, 2021
The Presbyterian College football season will start earlier than previously announced. The Blue Hose are now schedule to open at Gardner-Webb University in Boiling Springs, N.C., on March 6. The…
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Gov. Henry McMaster names acting director of S.C. Department of Health and Human Services January 6, 2021
January 8, 2021
Governor Henry McMaster today named Thomas Clark Phillip, Jr. as the acting director of the South Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (SCDHHS). Mr. Phillip has served as SCDHHS’…
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Lamikka Purvis Samuel named director of Family Solutions program
January 7, 2021
Lamikka Purvis Samuel has been named director of Family Solutions, a program of the SC Office of Rural Health that works to improve birth outcomes for the African American population…
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Collett Industrial announces 196,560-square-foot speculative industrial development in Carolina Pines Industrial Park
January 7, 2021
Colliers International’s industrial brokerage team to handle leasing and marketing Collett Industrial announces that they will be developing a 196,560-square-foot industrial building in the Carolina Pines Industrial Park in Blythewood,…
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AmbioPharm Inc. announces new Shanghai campus opening and European executive team members
January 7, 2021
NORTH AUGUSTA, SC – AmbioPharm Inc., a worldwide leader in peptide API CDMO services, has recently opened its new Shanghai campus. The new campus adds nearly 50,000 m2 of manufacturing,…
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Laurens County Chorale Rehearsals Resume
January 7, 2021
The Laurens County Chorale welcomes new singers as the choir begins rehearsals of its spring 2021 repertoire. The initial rehearsal will be Monday, January 25, 2021, 7:00 pm, at Westminster…
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Auro Hotels announces Baileigh Wilson as Master Mixologist and Beverage Director of AC Hotel by Marriott Greenville
January 7, 2021
Auro Hotels is delighted to announce the appointment of Baileigh Wilson as Master Mixologist and Beverage Director of AC Hotel by Marriott Greenville Downtown. In this role, Wilson will be…
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NAI Columbia represented the seller in the sale of an infill development site in downtown Lexington
January 7, 2021
NAI Columbia’s John Gregory, PE, CCIM, represented the seller, the Estate of Marie Steele, in the $600,000 sale of a 3.49-acre infill development site located at 401 W. Main Street…
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Greenville businessman Ben Talbert launches recruiting firm to service manufacturing, engineering, industrial sectors
January 7, 2021
Ben Talbert, with more than 17 years of experience both working in and recruiting for the industrial sectors, announced that his industrial recruiting firm, Better Than Found (BTF), launched on…
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Countybank’s Amber Price and Jamie Compton receive officer appointments
January 7, 2021
Countybank announced that Amber Price and Jamie Compton have been appointed Vice President and Assistant Vice President by the Countybank Board of Directors, respectively. Price joined Countybank as HR Manager…
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South Carolina Federal now accepting applications for $45,000 in scholarships
January 7, 2021
South Carolina Federal Credit Union is now accepting applications for its 11th annual scholarship program. The credit union will award $45,000 to nine students attending a traditional or technical college…
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Tempest named “Best New Restaurant” by USA Today 10Best Readers’ Choice 2020
January 7, 2021
Tempest, the newest restaurant concept from the 5th Street Group, has been recognized as the No. 1 “Best New Restaurant” in the country by USA Today 10Best Readers’ Choice 2020.…
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