SouthWood Corporation establishing operations in York County
June 9, 2021
More than $6.4 million investment will create 73 new jobs SouthWood Corporation (SouthWood), a leading provider of signage products and services, today announced plans to establish operations in York County. The…
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South Carolina Department of Education announces $39 million in Emergency Assistance to Non-Public Schools
June 9, 2021
State Superintendent of Education Molly Spearman today announced the funding of $38,702,511 in COVID-19 reimbursements and future expenditures to 111 non-public schools from the Emergency Assistance to Non-Public Schools (EANS)…
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Materials Research Group establishing operations in Beaufort County
June 9, 2021
The $3.1 million investment will create 27 new jobs Materials Research Group, a glass manufacturer, today announced plans to establish operations in Beaufort County. The company’s $3.1 million investment will…
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NAI Columbia welcomes Ali Bruning as marketing specialist
June 9, 2021
NAI Columbia announced the addition of Ali Bruning to the Columbia marketing team. Ali joins NAI Columbia as the marketing specialist and will be working closely with the Columbia brokers…
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Charleston Coffee Roasters expanding operations in Charleston County
June 9, 2021
$2.2 million investment will create 28 new jobs Charleston Coffee Roasters, a craft coffee roasting company, today announced plans to expand operations in Charleston County. The $2.2 million investment will…
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ScanSource appoints Rachel Hayden as Chief Information Officer
June 9, 2021
More than 25 years of IT experience with a strong emphasis on business transformation and strategy ScanSource, Inc., (Nasdaq: SCSC), a leading provider of technology products and solutions, today announced the appointment of Rachel Hayden as Senior Executive…
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Moore Taylor Law attorney named President of Rotary Club
June 9, 2021
Moore Taylor Law Firm is proud to recognize Will Edwards on his selection as Vista Night Rotary Club president. His term begins July 1. Part of District 7770, the Vista Night Rotary Club started in…
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Colliers represents Frauenthal Gnotec in ±68,500-square-foot lease for new facility in Fountain Inn, SC
June 9, 2021
Dillon Swayngim of Colliers | South Carolina represented Swedish-based Frauenthal Gnotec in the lease of ±68,500 square feet of industrial space at 400 S. Nelson Drive in Fountain Inn from…
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Intertape Polymer Group Inc. expanding operations in Richland County
June 9, 2021
More than $20 million investment will create about 135 new jobs over the next five years Intertape Polymer Group Inc. (IPG), a packaging and protective solutions company that supplies to resellers…
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Chernoff Newman’s Catherine Ramirez graduates from Leadership Columbia
June 9, 2021
Chernoff Newman, an integrated marketing communications agency, announced Catherine Ramirez’s recent graduation from the Columbia Chamber of Commerce’s Leadership Columbia program. Catherine Ramirez is a social media and public relations…
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2021 Columbia International Festival hailed as a great success with 8,000 attendees
June 9, 2021
The community came out in force for the 2021 Columbia International Festival, one of the first such large events held locally since the start of the pandemic, at the State…
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Leadership Columbia seeks proposals from nonprofits for Class Project
June 9, 2021
Proposals Due July 9, 2021 The Columbia Chamber’s flagship leadership program, Leadership Columbia, is requesting proposals for the LC Class of 2022 Class Project. Each year the LC Class chooses a…
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AJ Barnes named Top 5 Teacher of the Year Finalist
June 9, 2021
AJ Barnes teaches AP European History, US History, and coaches baseball at West Ashley High School (WAHS), a school which he describes as a unique and diverse snapshot of our…
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WellPartners’ Kimberly Bensonhaver, DDS, receives topDentists™ in the Midlands honors
June 9, 2021
WellPartners Adult Dental Clinic dentist, Kimberly Bensonhaver, DDS, or “Dr. Kimi,” is recognized as one of the topDentists™ in the Midlands. The topDentists™ teams asked thousands of dentists, “If you…
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Midlands Technical College awarded $2M+ for workforce development
June 9, 2021
Midlands Technical College has been awarded more than $2.17 million in grants and funding to help drive South Carolina’s economy through workforce development. The money will assist Midlands businesses in…
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Moore Taylor Law attorney named president of Vista Night Rotary Club
June 9, 2021
Moore Taylor Law Firm is proud to recognize Will Edwards on his selection as Vista Night Rotary Club president. His term begins July 1. Part of District 7770, the Vista…
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ScanSource appoints Rachel Hayden as Chief Information Officer
June 9, 2021
GREENVILLE, SC – ScanSource, Inc., (Nasdaq: SCSC), a leading provider of technology products and solutions, announced the appointment of Rachel Hayden as Senior Executive Vice President and Chief Information Officer…
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EPOCH Clemson celebrates two year anniversary
June 9, 2021
Student housing unit continues to give back to community Since opening its doors to Clemson students in August 2019, EPOCH Clemson has established itself as an impressive housing option. Nearly…
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European-based Frauenthal Gnotec establishes operations in Laurens County
June 9, 2021
Frauenthal Gnotec is establishing their latest manufacturing and distribution facility in Laurens County. With an investment of $8.2 million and the creation of 82 new jobs, the company is expanding…
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Piedmont Tech Offering Additional Assistance with Books and Supplies for Fall Semester
June 9, 2021
Students who register for fall classes at Piedmont Technical College (PTC) by July 15 not only can waive the standard $25 registration fee but also receive a voucher worth $300…
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St Anns Alley bringing first live-work space to West Columbia River District
June 8, 2021
Would you like to live and work in your own home in the heart of the booming West Columbia River District? Spring Street Partners is planning West Columbia’s first live-work…
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The Big Red Barn Retreat Fall Jam at the Ballpark headlined by country music star Craig Morgan
June 8, 2021
The Big Red Barn Retreat is to host to the annual Fall Jam at the Ballpark concert benefiting veterans. The concert, headlined by country music star Craig Morgan and his…
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The Big Red Barn Retreat Fall Jam at the Ballpark
June 8, 2021
Headlined by Country Music Star Craig Morgan The Big Red Barn Retreat is to host to the annual Fall Jam at the Ballpark concert benefiting veterans. The concert, headlined by…
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Midlands Technical College breaks ground on new building
June 8, 2021On the site of the Beltline Campus Engineering Laboratory Building, Midlands Technical College leaders and dignitaries broke ground today on what will be called The Center for Business and Information…
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Kensley Owens joins the Simpsonville office of C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS
June 8, 2021
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announced that Kensley Owens has joined the company’s Simpsonville office as a sales associate. Kensley Owens was born and raised in Greenwood, South…
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Global Location Strategies introduces next gen site selection app
June 8, 2021
Greenville, S.C.-based site selection firm Global Location Strategies (GLS) has developed a cloud-based analytic platform for location benchmarking. Called Site Shepherd™, the digital app allows users to screen, score, and…
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Angela Atherley-Hernandez joins the North Pleasantburg office of C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS
June 8, 2021
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announced that Angela Atherley-Hernandez has joined the company’s North Pleasantburg office as a sales associate. Angela Atherley-Hernandez started her career in an appraisal…
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David Trent joins Countybank as SBA Business Development Officer
June 8, 2021Countybank welcomed David Trent as Vice President, SBA Business Development Officer in Greenwood. Trent, a Greenwood native, comes to Countybank with extensive experience in commercial banking, business development, and finance.…
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State Treasurer’s Office launches new Matchelor Promotion for Unclaimed Property
June 8, 2021
State Treasurer Curtis Loftis is committed to reconnecting South Carolinians with their missing money, and today his office launched The Matchelor, a new social media promotion aimed at helping people…
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Allen Hutto new Chief Executive Officer of Building Industry Association of Central SC
June 8, 2021
The Board of Directors of the Building Industry Association of Central SC (BIA) announces that they have hired Allen Hutto as the new Chief Executive Officer of the association. The…
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Three Midlands law enforcement leaders come together for online discussion
June 8, 2021
Richland Library is providing an opportunity for our community to hear from three law enforcement leaders in the Midlands. Join us for a Candid Conversation with the Sheriffs and the…
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Gov. Henry McMaster, S.C. DEW, S.C. Technical College System announce workforce retraining initiative
June 8, 2021
Governor Henry McMaster was joined today by state officials to announce a new workforce training initiative between the S.C. Department of Employment and Workforce and the S.C. Technical College System.…
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The Gibbes Museum of Art announces new hires
June 8, 2021
The Gibbes Museum of Art is proud to announce several new hires and promotions made over the past year. Please see below for the new additions to the team bringing…
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Lullabies~An Evening of Music for Cello and Organ
June 8, 2021
Westminster Presbyterian Church is pleased to present our next concert, “Lullabies, a Concert of Music with Organ and Cello” in our sanctuary on Saturday, June 26, at 7:00 pm.…
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Vaughan Dozier recognized as 2020 S.C. Outstanding Young Banker
June 8, 2021First Community Bank announced that Vaughan Dozier, Lexington Regional Market President, has been named the 2020 S.C. Outstanding Young Banker by the South Carolina Banker’s Association. Dozier received the award—the…
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Delta Apparel acquires innovative technology company, Autoscale.ai
June 8, 2021
GREENVILLE, SC – Delta Apparel, Inc. (NYSE American: DLA), a provider of core activewear and lifestyle apparel products, announced it has acquired Dallas-based technology company, Autoscale.ai, to further leverage its…
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SCRA announces new Member Companies and Funding
June 8, 2021
South Carolina Research Authority (SCRA) announces AICG, Bird Dog Deals, and Validide Corporation being accepted as Member Companies and approved for grant funding. In addition, Carolina Diagnostic Solutions, Dynamic Flow…
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Infinity Marketing wins two Telly Awards
June 8, 2021
Infinity Marketing, an integrated marketing agency in the Upstate, won two bronze awards in the 2021 Telly Awards competition for projects in video production. “We are grateful to bring home…
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Bishop Tires Inc. Changes Ownership: New Owner Meet and Greet June 12th
June 8, 2021
An icon for vehicle service and all things tires, Bishop Tires has been serving the Clinton and Laurens County community for over sixty years. A few months ago, the business…
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Governor announces end to state’s COVID-19 State of Emergency
June 8, 2021
Governor McMaster announced an end to SC’s state of emergency “it is no longer necessary to have a state of emergency.” The announcement was made in a press conference on…
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County Council Meeting – Tuesday, June 8, 2021
June 8, 2021
Laurens County Council will meet for a regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, June 8th. The meeting location is the old historic courthouse on the square in Laurens. The meeting starts…
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What Makes Good Storytelling in a Video?
June 7, 2021
By Michelle Legaspi NP Strategy Since the invention of cameras, communicating through video remains a go-to method to tell stories, entertain or share a message. Now, with short attention…
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LS3P’S Columbia office recognizes outstanding team members
June 7, 2021
LS3P congratulates five Columbia team members who were recently recognized for exemplary efforts. Interior Designer, Paul Domlyn, NCIDQ, IIDA, LEED AP, was recognized as Senior Associate. Joining LS3P in 2017,…
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LS3P’S Greenville office recognizes outstanding team members
June 7, 2021
LS3P congratulates eight Greenville team members who were recently recognized for exemplary efforts. John Robert Edwards, AIA, NCARB was recognized as Principal, the highest level of achievement within the firm.…
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Joshua Dawkins Selected as New Principal at Sanders Middle School
June 7, 2021
In a called meeting on June 7, 2021, the Laurens County School District #55 (LCSD 55) Board of Trustees approved Joshua Dawkins as principal of Sanders Middle School effective July…
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LCSD 55 Welcomes Carlos Littlejohn as New Principal at Laurens Elementary School
June 7, 2021
In a called meeting on June 7, 2021, the Laurens County School District #55 (LCSD 55) Board of Trustees approved the superintendent’s recommendation to hire Carlos Littlejohn as principal of…
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The Charleston Digital Corridor holds ribbon-cutting for the new Flagship @ the Charleston Tech Center
June 7, 2021The Charleston Digital Corridor held the dedication of the Flagship @ the Charleston Tech Center. The Charleston Digital Corridor is a community-sourced initiative to attract, nurture and promote the region’s…
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Thirteen CCSD students earn 2021 college-sponsored National Merit Scholarships
June 7, 2021Charleston County School District (CCSD) is proud to announce 13 graduating seniors are receiving college-sponsored National Merit Scholarships from the National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC) this year, passing last year’s…
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Charleston Metro Chamber now accepting applications for Leadership Charleston
June 7, 2021
The Charleston Metro Chamber is accepting applications for the Leadership Charleston Class of 2022 until July 2. This year-long program engages participants in experiences that help them become better community leaders. Through community immersion and…
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“Perfect Storm” creates fostering crisis at Charleston Animal Society
June 7, 2021
34 cats saved in hotel room, cruelty investigations and kitten season combine to overwhelm shelter. Charleston Animal Society is making an urgent plea for foster families to help with an…
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