Lonza Capsugel donates $50,000 to expand autism services in Greenwood
April 22, 2026Lonza Capsugel has donated $50,000 to Project Hope Foundation to support the development and expansion of local autism services. A check presentation took place at the site of Project Hope’s…
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OneSpartanburg, Inc. reveals work-based learning brand – EDGE
April 22, 2026OneSpartanburg, Inc. announced a new, formalized brand to coalesce efforts to engage Spartanburg’s youth labor force: EDGE. The announcement was made among private sector and public employer partners. EDGE is…
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TCMU Guest Services Manager named 2026 Upcountry Hospitality Employee of the Year
April 22, 2026Taylor Patterson, Guest Services Manager at The Children’s Museum of the Upstate, has been named the 2026 Upcountry Hospitality Employee of the Year for her ability to turn everyday guest…
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Hospitality Day celebrates the people and places that fuel SC’s $31B tourism industry
April 22, 20262026 SC Hospitality Employee of the Year and State Park Rangers of the Year Recognized As the U.S. prepares to celebrate National Travel & Tourism Week May 3-9, industry leaders…
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The Transistor Made History
April 21, 2026By Tom Poland Cell phones are a big deal but to some of us the transistor was an even bigger deal. I was disobeying my parents staying up late…
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United Way of Greenville County names Kelsey Camarena Vice President of Corporate Engagement
April 21, 2026United Way of Greenville County has named Kelsey Camarena as its new Vice President of Corporate Engagement, strengthening the organization’s leadership team with a seasoned nonprofit executive whose career has…
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Raymond James named dean at Greenville Technical College
April 21, 2026Raymond James has been appointed dean of the School of Advanced Manufacturing and Transportation Technology at Greenville Technical College (GTC). He brings a strong combination of academic leadership and industry…
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Ponthieux’s Jewelry Design Studio to celebrate 25 years of custom craftsmanship with anniversary event
April 21, 2026Locally owned studio invites community to celebrate milestone with custom design unveiling and in store event Ponthieux’s Jewelry Design Studio will celebrate 25 years of custom craftsmanship with an anniversary…
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Board grants landmark status to 1920s-era downtown building
April 21, 2026Former Car Dealership at 101 College Street Ushered in the Era of the Automobile More than a century after its construction, the home of one of Greenville’s first car dealerships…
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The Picklr opens at North Hills Shopping Center
April 21, 2026Greenville’s Eastside Welcomes the Nation’s Largest Indoor Pickleball Franchise Aston is pleased to share that The Picklr is now open at its Greenville location at North Hills Shopping Center. The…
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LaunchGVL celebrates student interns, employer partners
April 21, 2026The Greenville Chamber and Greenville County Schools celebrated the success of the 2025-2026 LaunchGVL program on April 15th with an end-of-year celebration at Spare Time Greenville. The event brought together participating…
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Carolina Handling named 2026 Raymond Dealer of Distinction
April 21, 2026Carolina Handling has received the prestigious award from The Raymond Corporation for 35 consecutive years. For the 35th year in a row, Carolina Handling has been named a Dealer of Distinction…
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The Urgent Need for Workforce and Affordable Rentals in Greenville
April 20, 2026By Chris Cloud As Greenville continues seeking solutions to rapidly rising housing costs, it has become clear that every part of our housing ecosystem must respond together. At NOAH…
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Take Back Day: Safe medication disposal protects South Carolina families
April 20, 2026National Prescription Drug Take Back Day will take place on April 25 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., offering South Carolinians a safe, convenient and anonymous way to dispose of…
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Duke Energy honors South Carolina lineworkers who help restore power and build the energy grid of the future
April 20, 2026On April 18, Duke Energy recognized National Lineworker Appreciation Day and the lineworkers who keep the lights on across South Carolina. From year-round grid work that improves reliability to storm…
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ScanSource advances Converged Communications strategy with dedicated CX Team and Arrow McLaren partnership
April 20, 2026ScanSource, Inc. (NASDAQ: SCSC), a leading technology distributor uniquely positioned to address complex, converging technologies, announced the official launch of its Converged Communications CX Team alongside a multi-year partnership with…
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Homes of Hope named 2026 Organization of the Year
April 20, 2026Presented by the South Carolina Housing Finance and Development Authority Homes of Hope has been named the 2026 Organization of the Year by the South Carolina Housing Finance and Development…
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Upcountry History Museum to host one-day-only display of South Carolina’s founding documents
April 20, 2026The Upcountry History Museum – Greenville County is proud to be the Upstate’s only venue for the display of the South Carolina Department of Archives and History (SCDAH) exhibit, “Foundations…
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G3 Engineering & Surveying announces Jack Reel, PE as Associate and new Greenville Branch Manager
April 20, 2026G3 Engineering & Surveying announced that Jack Reel, PE, has joined the firm as Associate and Branch Manager of its Greenville, SC office. With nearly 30 years experience in the…
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Cassidy Coates Price attorneys recognized in Legal 500’s inaugural Southeast edition
April 16, 2026Cassidy Coates Price P.A. has been recognized in the 2026 edition of Legal 500 United States, with three attorneys ranked in the inaugural Southeast guide. Trey Suggs and Ross Plyler…
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YMCA of Greenville celebrates 150 years of serving Greenville County
April 16, 2026The YMCA of Greenville officially commemorates its 150th anniversary, marking a sesquicentennial of service to the people of Greenville County. What began on April 16, 1876, when an interdenominational committee…
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Goodwill joins with Greenville Technical College to support students
April 16, 2026Greenville Technical College and Goodwill Industries of Upstate/Midlands SC partnered to impact student success on April 1, 2026. The college held a drive-through donation event, collecting clothing and household goods…
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Lily Pad refreshes Greenville County DSS office to provide trauma-informed spaces for children in foster care
April 16, 2026Updated Living Room-Style Rooms Offer Comfort, Safety, and Resources for Children and Youth in Foster Care Lily Pad: A Soft Place to Land, a local nonprofit creating trauma-informed, welcoming spaces…
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New documentary The Soil Remembers to premiere in Greenville with two unique experiences
April 16, 2026A new documentary, The Soil Remembers, will debut in Greenville this spring with two distinct premiere events, offering audiences both a traditional theater screening and an intimate, chef-driven dining experience.…
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City of Greenville project update
April 16, 2026Full Closure of Church Street Bridge Begins May 3 Bridge Closes Until Mid-June; East McBee Avenue Temporarily Impacted The final stage of South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) construction on…
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Poe Mill Music celebrates one-year anniversary with inaugural Jam Fest, highlighting Greenville’s music community
April 16, 2026Poe Mill Music will celebrate its first anniversary this spring with the launch of Jam Fest, a daylong event on Saturday, April 25, spotlighting the Upstate’s vibrant music scene and the…
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Greenville City News: City Council Priorities, GVL2040 Plan to Guide Spending
April 16, 2026Proposed FY27 Budget Invests in Housing, Open Space, Mobility and Growth Management Greenville City Council priorities of Public Safety, Mobility and Transportation, Recreation, Open Spaces and Resilience, Neighborhoods and Affordable…
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Riverside Family Dental announces name change reflecting legacy, growth and future vision
April 16, 2026Riverside Family Dental, a trusted general dentistry practice serving the Greenville community for more than three decades, announced its official name change from Keith W. Strausbaugh, DMD, PA. The transition…
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Greenville County automation industry expands with Idealworks establishing US headquarters
April 16, 2026The Greenville Area Development Corporation (GADC), the primary economic development agency in Greenville County, announces that Idealworks, a global industrial automation company founded in Germany in 2020, with roots in…
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SC Technical College System signs statewide transfer agreement with WGU
April 16, 2026Graduates of the SC Technical College System’s 16 colleges can more easily transfer their academic credits to accredited online Western Governors University (WGU), thanks to a new partnership agreement signed…
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TGHA hosting MTW FSS Resource Fair this Thursday
April 16, 2026The Greenville Housing Authority (TGHA) is hosting an event dedicated to connecting individuals and families with opportunities, resources, and support that foster long-term economic mobility. The MTW FSS Resource Fair…
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Global advocate Jody Cole to speak at Converse Founder’s Day Celebration
April 15, 2026Entrepreneur, philanthropist, global advocate, and 1984 graduate Jody Cole will be the 2026 Founder’s Day keynote speaker at Converse University on Friday, April 24. This annual event bridges both past…
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Affordable Upstate named Greenville Chamber Small Business of the Month
April 15, 2026A company that has helped thousands of Upstate families find affordable apartments has been named the Greenville Chamber Small Business of the Month for April. Affordable Upstate was founded in…
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Natasha Cummings named dean at Greenville Technical College
April 15, 2026Natasha Cummings has been selected as dean of workforce partnerships and student success at Greenville Technical College (GTC). Natasha will serve as the senior administrative leader responsible for advancing workforce…
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Issaqueena Chapter earns statewide recognition at DAR conference
April 15, 2026The Issaqueena Chapter, NSDAR, brought home multiple awards from the South Carolina State Conference in Columbia this March, a reflection of both the chapter’s collective success and the dedication of…
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Greenville dentist Dr. J.L. Holliday earns national recognition with appointment to Molis Coaching faculty and official Align Technology speaker
April 15, 2026Dr. J.L. Holliday, a Greenville-based dentist recognized nationally for his expertise in digital smile design, Invisalign treatment, and comprehensive restorative dentistry, has been appointed to the faculty of Molis Coaching…
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Upcountry Fiber Foundation gives $15,000 to local Upstate non-profits
April 15, 2026Upcountry Fiber Foundation, the philanthropic arm and permanent endowment of internet service provider Upcountry Fiber, announced that it has donated $15,000 to three Upstate non-profit organizations to help them deliver…
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Goodwyn Mills Cawood names new regional vice president in South Carolina
April 15, 2026Tripp Barrineau was recently appointed to the role of regional vice president of South Carolina for local architecture and engineering firm Goodwyn Mills Cawood (GMC). Barrineau steps into the role…
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Peach Blossom Lit
April 15, 2026By Tom Poland Come March, my thoughts turn to peach blossoms and memories of family fruit trees. One tree from youth stands above others. From my deep well of…
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SCRA named in prestigious global ranking
April 15, 2026South Carolina Research Authority’s investment affiliate, SC Launch Inc., was named to Pitchbook’s Global League Table Awards for accelerating business growth and bringing life-saving innovation to the market SC Launch Inc.,…
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KD Trial Lawyers Partner Ryan F. McCarty inducted into the American Board of Trial Advocates
April 14, 2026KD Trial Lawyers announces that Ryan F. McCarty has been inducted into the American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA), a national, invitation-only organization that recognizes the nation’s most accomplished trial…
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Ben Clauss and Craigen Schoen recognized by Forbes
April 14, 2026Two Greenville based Raymond James affiliated financial advisors, Ben Clauss, CFA®, and Craigen Schoen, CFP®, have been named to Forbes’ 2026 Best In State Wealth Advisors list, an honor recognizing…
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Amanda Morgan named dean at Greenville Technical College
April 14, 2026Amanda Morgan has been named dean of workforce development and professional advancement at Greenville Technical College. In her new role, Amanda will serve as the senior administrative leader responsible for…
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Colliers Report: Greenville-Spartanburg Office Market Q1 2026
April 14, 2026Colliers | South Carolina Market Report Years of rent growth are creating conditions for new construction. Market Highlights Backed by professional services tenants’ demand for downtown space in a thriving…
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Thomas McAfee Funeral Homes recognized with 2025 Excellence in Customer Service Award
April 14, 2026Thomas McAfee Funeral Homes has been named a recipient of the Johnson Consulting Group 2025 Excellence in Customer Service Award. The honor recognizes funeral homes that achieved the highest family…
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Greenville Theatre celebrates 100 years with 1920s-themed centennial gala
April 14, 2026Greenville Theatre proudly celebrated its historic milestone on April 9th with a spectacular 1920s-themed Centennial Gala honoring 100 years of performance, creativity, and community impact. The evening brought together supporters,…
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SCRA announces new grant funding and member companies
April 14, 2026RFIDKNOW, Clutch Intelligence, Realize Ascent Labs, Renoverse AI, Algae Integration Utility Service, Vet Media Group, and PostPixel received new grant funding from the South Carolina Research Authority. Clutch Intelligence, PostPixel, AmICompliant, Memberworks, Pathly, PSF R&D Labs, and Vismerch were accepted as SCRA member…
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Prep work underway in SC’s nuclear reboot effort
April 14, 2026This article is published courtesy of the SC Daily Gazette By Jessica Holdman Potential $2.7B payday at least 2 years away South Carolina’s state-owned utility company hopes to know…
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South Carolina Welcome Centers earn Certified Autism Center™ accreditation, support inclusive travel experiences for all visitors
April 14, 2026The International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES) awards the Certified Autism Center™ (CAC) designation to the South Carolina Welcome Centers. To achieve this designation, at least 80%…
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Clemson ring endowment established by the Molyneaux family
April 14, 2026When his parents asked John Molyneaux ’25 what kind of philanthropic gift they could make to Clemson University in honor of his graduation, he didn’t have to think twice before…
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