Twenty-five Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd attorneys recognized in 2021 South Carolina Super Lawyers
April 30, 2021
CHARLESTON, SC – Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd announced that twenty-five attorneys have been listed in the 2021 edition of South Carolina Super Lawyers®, including seven attorneys who were named as “Rising…
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Holliday Ingram Managing Partner named recipient of USC Compleat Lawyer Awards
April 29, 2021
Ingram Recognized for Outstanding Civic and Professional Accomplishments Holliday Ingram, a real estate law firm headquartered in downtown Greenville, announced that Managing Partner Trey Ingram was named a recipient of…
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Turner Padget continues growth in Columbia
April 29, 2021
Turner Padget announced the addition of Virginia “Ginny” Bozeman, of counsel, to the Litigation practice group in Columbia. She focuses her practice on defending physicians, physician practices and hospitals in…
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Midlands Technical College hosts Columbia’s first Graduation of Spring
April 29, 2021
Commencement is this Saturday morning at Segra Park Midlands Technical College will graduate more than 1200 students from this year’s class. Hundreds of them will walk across the commencement stage…
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Clinton QT is Open for Business
April 29, 2021
The QT Remote Travel Center in Clinton is open for business! Today at 9:00 a nice crowd of community leaders and patrons gathered for the grand opening. The expansive 8,000 square…
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West Ashley High’s school counselors honored by ASCA
April 29, 2021West Ashley High School announced the American School Counseling Association (ASCA) named the School Counseling Department a Recognized ASCA Model Program (RAMP) this week. The distinction exemplifies the commitment of…
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Bourne Group expanding operations in Charleston County
April 29, 2021
The company’s $3.7 million investment will create 43 new jobs Bourne Group, an industry leader in the manufacturing and installation of marine signage, today announced plans to expand operations in…
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Michelin STEM Competition
April 29, 2021
Laurens District 56 students in 3rd and 4th grades participated in the Michelin STEM Competition held at Clinton High School on Thursday, April 29th. Students in both grades built cars…
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Chicken Salad Chick opens 6th restaurant in the Upstate – Anderson opening May 11th
April 29, 2021
Chicken Salad Chick, the nation’s only Southern inspired, fast casual chicken salad restaurant concept, announced its continued expansion in South Carolina with a new restaurant opening in Anderson. Located at…
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MUSC Health, S.C. Dept. of Corrections enter partnership for health care of incarcerated people
April 29, 2021
CHARLESTON and COLUMBIA, SC – MUSC Health, the clinical health system of the Medical University of South Carolina, and the South Carolina Department of Corrections (SCDC) have begun a first-of-its…
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SC Ports expanding Inland Port Greer
April 29, 2021
South Carolina Ports is expanding Inland Port Greer on the heels of sustained record activity at the rail-served inland port in Upstate South Carolina. Inland Port Greer extends the Port of Charleston’s reach…
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Fellowship of Christian Athletes inducting Mike Ayers to the Hall of Champions
April 29, 2021
The Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA, www.fca.org) is inducting seven partners and supporters of the world’s largest international sports ministry into its Hall of Champions (HOC). Among the seven inductees is Mike Ayers,…
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Adam Schrimmer tapped to paint mural at The Children’s Museum of the Upstate
April 29, 2021Adam Schrimmer, owner and lead artist at Blank Canvas Mural Company has been commissioned to paint a mural inside The Children’s Museum of the Upstate. The museum, located at 300…
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Carlisle SynTec Systems donates free roof to Ronald McDonald House Charities of Charleston
April 29, 2021
Carlisle SynTec Systems, a leading provider of commercial roofing products, recently gave back to the community by donating a free roof to Ronald McDonald House Charities of Charleston. After inspection…
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USACE pilot project to begin around Folly Beach
April 29, 2021The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Charleston District will soon begin a pilot project along the northeast end of Folly Beach. This new approach will take sand from the Folly…
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Bon Secours St. Francis Eastside and St. Francis Downtown receive an ‘A’ for patient safety for the spring 2021 Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade
April 29, 2021
Bon Secours St. Francis Eastside and Bon Secours St. Francis Downtown both received an “A” grade in the spring 2021 Leapfrog Hospital Safety Gradeecognizing the hospitals’ achievements protecting patients from…
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Ingevity reports first quarter 2021 financial results
April 29, 2021
HIGHLIGHTS: (comparisons versus prior year) Ingevity delivers strong first quarter results based on demand improvement across its businesses Net sales of $320.3 million were up 11.1% Net income of $48.7…
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Infinity Marketing welcomes Window World of the Tri-Cities as new client
April 29, 2021
Infinity Marketing, a fully integrated marketing firm, is proud to add Window World of the Tri-Cities to its growing client roster. The agency is providing the exterior home renovation franchise…
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Laurens Academy Eliminated from SCIS Playoffs
April 29, 2021
After a heartbreaking loss at St. John’s Academy, Laurens Academy faced an elimination game against Holly Hill Academy at home on Wednesday. The Raiders scored early and often, defeating…
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Clinton Fire Department Receives “Fire Safe South Carolina” Community Designation
April 29, 2021
For the second year in a row, the Clinton Fire Department has been designated as a Fire Safe South Carolina Community. Fire Safe South Carolina (FSSC) and its partners recognized…
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Southern Management Corporation relaunches as Heights Finance
April 28, 2021
GREENVILLE, SC – Southern Management Corporation (SMC) will change its name to Heights Finance effective immediately. The rebrand comes as a result of an increase in the company’s geographic footprint,…
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SCHA launches “100 Faces of Healthcare” to honor workforce
April 28, 2021The South Carolina Hospital Association (SCHA) is celebrating the centennial of its founding with a campaign dedicated to the state’s healthcare workforce. The 100 Faces of Healthcare campaign launches today in…
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Couple donates $500,00 to International African American Museum
April 28, 2021
The International African American Museum announced a $500,000 donation from Mary Major and Bill Horton, a couple living 10 miles from Gadsden’s Wharf, the site where more than 40 percent…
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Publix launches the Publix Virtual 30 Challenge
April 28, 2021
Proceeds to support charities in Charleston, Charlotte and Nashville Publix announced today the launch of its new Publix Virtual 30 Challenge, a 30-day virtual exercise challenge. From June 1 through…
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First Look at 2020 Census Data
April 28, 2021
On Monday, April 26th some initial data from the 2020 census was released. That data had to be completed to meet legislative deadlines for apportionment. According to the census.gov website,…
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Purpose Equity: simplified exit planning for values-driven business owners
April 28, 2021
Scores of advisory firms help business owners sell their company or plan an exit, but most are purely transactional. Purpose Equity is a new firm where partners Dan D’Alberto and…
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Ija Charles, CAE’s newest featured artist, showcases stunning exhibit inside airport
April 28, 2021
In continuation of CAE’s 2021 Art in the Airport multi-artist, yearlong exhibition, Ija Charles showcased her eye-catching, vibrant and striking pieces. The full exhibit, a collection of nine works, is…
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William Bartram’s Wild Azaleas
April 28, 2021
By Tom Poland Blooms, blossoms, and bracts splash color everywhere you look this time of year. Daffodils and now dogwoods and azaleas add their voice to the spring…
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Lander University Names Eric Rivenbark Assistant Vice President
April 28, 2021
Lander University Advancement has picked philanthropic professional and higher education veteran Eric Rivenbark to serve as assistant vice president for major, planned and principled gifts. Rivenbark comes to Lander after…
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Language tool expands Rental Assistance Program’s outreach
April 28, 2021
Richland County is making it easier for non-English-speaking renters who lost income because of COVID-19 to register for financial assistance. The County’s website, www.richlandcountysc.gov, includes a language support tool to help…
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“Capital Project Sales Tax” Starts May 1
April 28, 2021
When Laurens County residents went to the polls on November 3, 2020 the Capital Project Sales Tax (CPST) Referendum that was on the ballot passed with overwhelming support. A total…
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Laurens County Sheriff’s Office to Host Third Annual Jail & Bail
April 28, 2021
The Laurens County Sheriff’s Office Third Annual Jail and Bail event is scheduled for May 21st from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. Proceeds from the fundraiser are used to help…
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Keeping an eye on healthcare insurance changes
April 28, 2021
By Guy Furay The last few months have been fairly monumental when it comes to changes in the healthcare industry. As an independent health insurance agency based in the Upstate…
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Bogardus and Teachey establish Noble Aim Consulting
April 28, 2021
Expert change management professionals Dr. Laura Bogardus and Mike Teachey have joined forces to establish Noble Aim Consulting, a company with a mission to help coalitions build the capacity to…
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Caroline Harper’s CHI design indigo relocates to Charleston
April 28, 2021
Caroline Harper relocated her CHI design indigo studio from Columbia to Charleston in April. She grows indigo plants on Lowcountry farms and processes them into dye used for her line…
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A M King demonstrates unwavering commitment to Ronald McDonald House
April 28, 2021
A M King, an Integrated Design-Build firm with an established presence in the Upstate, was a proud supporter of the 16th annual Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Carolinas (RMHCC)…
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Equus Capital Partners, Ltd. announces 373,100 SF warehouse industrial lease with Harbor Freight Tool
April 28, 2021DILLON COUNTY, SC – Equus Capital Partners, Ltd. (“Equus”), one of the nation’s leading private real estate investment managers, announced that it has entered into a 10-year lease agreement with…
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Thales Academy is expanding its high quality, affordable K–12 private school network to Greenville
April 28, 2021
New Campus Planned for Hartness Community on Greenville’s Eastside Thales Academy, a college preparatory network of K-12 independent schools based in North Carolina, is expanding to South Carolina with a…
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Attorney General Wilson announces launch of SC Highway Heroes Campaign to combat human trafficking
April 28, 2021
The South Carolina Human Trafficking Task Force, under the leadership of Attorney General Alan Wilson, announced the launch of the SC Highway Heroes Campaign. The initiative is a collaboration between…
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Attorney General Wilson Announces Launch of SC Highway Heroes Campaign to Combat Human Trafficking
April 28, 2021
(COLUMBIA, S.C.) – The South Carolina Human Trafficking Task Force, under the leadership of Attorney General Alan Wilson, announced the launch of the SC Highway Heroes Campaign. The initiative is a…
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S.C. Treasurer Curtis Loftis returns nearly $26K in unclaimed funds to Jim Hudson Automotive Group
April 28, 2021
State Treasurer Curtis Loftis recently presented Jim Hudson, founder and principal of the Jim Hudson Automotive Group, with nearly $26,000 in unclaimed funds due to his business and various dealerships…
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Midlands Technical College continues tuition freeze
April 28, 2021
Per hour prices remain the same as before start of pandemic The Midlands Technical College Commission has voted to freeze tuition for the upcoming school year. MTC’s administration made the…
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Lady Devils End Season with a Win
April 28, 2021
The Lady Devils played an amazing match against one of the best teams in the upper state tonight. Woodruff game into Clinton for game 2 of the season, after winning…
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Priscilla Singleton named COO of MOA Architecture, Inc.
April 27, 2021
MOA Architecture, Inc. (MOA) has named Priscilla Singleton its chief operating officer. A registered architect in Georgia and South Carolina, Singleton is a 23-year veteran in the architecture field and…
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JUMPSTART® names Cary Sanders as new Executive Director
April 27, 2021
The Board of Directors of JUMPSTART has named Cary Sanders as the organization’s new Executive Director. Cary will succeed current Executive Director, Tommy Moore, who is moving into a new…
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South Carolina publishers named environmental champions
April 27, 2021By W. Thomas Smith Jr. The husband-wife publishing team of Alan and Cheryl Cooper were named environmental champions during the morning kickoff event for POWERPLANTSC’s statewide tree-planting initiative, Thurs. –…
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KYOCERA and AVX to establish new brand “KYOCERA AVX” to enhance its business worldwide
April 27, 2021Companies to reorganize global sales forces to expedite optimal deployment KYOTO, Japan & FOUNTAIN INN, SC –Kyocera Corporation and AVX Corporation announced that the companies have established a new integrated…
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Eye Health America continues expanding across the southeast partnering with the Eye Care Center in Upstate South Carolina
April 27, 2021
GREENVILLE, SC – Eye Health America (EHA), a leading eye care practice management organization in the Southeast, welcomes Drs. William Milford and Marion K. Williams of The Eye Care Center,…
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SC Housing to launch new $272 million rental, utility assistance program: SC Stay Plus
April 27, 2021
SC Housing will soon launch SC Stay Plus, a $272 million federally funded program to assist South Carolina residents in need of rental and utility assistance whose finances have been…
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Bridges to a Brighter Future celebrates milestone anniversary
April 27, 2021
Bridges to a Brighter Future is celebrating its 25th year and welcoming its 25th class of students when it kicks off a four-week residential program in June. The nonprofit organization…
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