The Stoplight Project aims to help people express social distance comfort levels
October 11, 2020
NDB Association & Event Management recently announced the creation of The Stoplight Project, a campaign to bring awareness to the varying degrees of social distancing comfort levels in local communities.…
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Mary Poppins returns to Town Theatre
October 11, 2020
After a 6-month hiatus, WE’RE BACK! Mary Poppins will return to the Town Theatre stage October 23 through November 14. Tickets will be available starting Wednesday, October 14 at 12…
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Rotary District opens million-dollar campaign
October 11, 2020
Rotarians in eastern South Carolina are invited to take part in a new $1 million campaign supporting the Rotary Foundation – the international service club’s charitable endowment that underwrites programs…
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Tony Timmerman — Broker in Charge at Home Advantage Realty Chapin
October 11, 2020
Tony Timmerman is Broker in Charge of Home Advantage Realty’s recently opened Chapin office. Tony’s years of work experience both in and out of real estate allow him to guide…
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Richland Two Board of Trustees to meet Tuesday, October 13
October 10, 2020
The Richland Two Board of Trustees will hold a regularly scheduled board meeting on Tuesday, October 13, 2020. At 4:30 p.m., the board will convene in executive session. Public session…
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Longtime Richland Library volunteer receives statewide recognition
October 10, 2020
A longtime volunteer with Richland Library is receiving statewide recognition for her service to the community. On Wednesday, September 30, the Office of Governor Henry McMaster and the South Carolina…
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SC Ports’ September volumes show signs of strength
October 9, 2020
S.C. Ports Authority’s September volumes reflect the strongest year-over-year activity since the pandemic hit, showing a continued recovery and strength in containers, vehicles and inland port moves. SC Ports handled 195,101…
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Colliers Report: Columbia industrial is in a “space race”
October 9, 2020
Research & Forecast Report Q3-2020 COLUMBIA | INDUSTRIAL Key Takeaways The Columbia industrial market outperformed expectations with a total absorption of 229,640 square feet during the third quarter of 2020.…
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Lakota Medical donates 200,000 masks to South Carolina
October 9, 2020Gov. Henry McMaster was joined today by representatives from Inman-based Lakota Medical to announce the company’s $500,000 donation of 200,000 masks to the state of South Carolina. The donated masks…
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ReWa event celebrates completion of digging phase of massive DIG Greenville Wastewater Conveyance Project, as tunnel boring machine surfaces after more than nine months underground
October 9, 2020
Critical multi-year infrastructure project remains on-track for completion in May 2021 Renewable Water Resources (ReWa) recently announced that it has completed the tunnel digging and excavation phase of its largest-…
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South Carolina Federal hires SVP of Marketing
October 9, 2020
South Carolina Federal Credit Union has hired Kristy Vasquez to serve as its new senior vice president of marketing. Vasquez joins the credit union with 28 years of experience in…
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Picnic in the Park with Town and Forest Acres
October 9, 2020There’s nothing better than great music and great company – in the BEST neighborhood around! This month Town Theatre will present three mini-concerts by some fantastic performers that have graced…
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S.C. Black Belt Hall of Fame revamps for future
October 9, 2020By Alex Junes-Ward The South Carolina Black Belt Hall (SCBBHOF) was restructured in Sept. 2020 with new organizational elements added on the model of the S.C. Athletic Hall of…
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Greenville Financial Empowerment Center announces 2 new certified counselors
October 9, 2020
Greenville Financial Empowerment Center (Greenville FEC), a program of the Greenville County Human Relations Commission, announces Sheryl Hanshaw and James Cooley as its newest certified Financial Empowerment Counselors. Sheryl Hanshaw…
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Pruitt joins Lander University Board of Trustees
October 8, 2020
Lander University has announced that the South Carolina General Assembly has elected Dr. Terry O. Pruitt, of Spartanburg, to represent South Carolina’s fourth congressional district on the University’s Board of…
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Two Spartanburg area women to be honored as Women of Distinction drive-in movie style
October 8, 2020
Girl Scouts of South Carolina–Mountains to Midlands will honor two Spartanburg area women at its annual Boots & Pearls: Women of Distinction Awards Celebration on Thursday, October 22, 2020 drive-in…
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ScanSource appoints new board member
October 8, 2020
Frank Emory brings extensive legal, economic development, and executive leadership experience to the Board ScanSource, Inc., a leading provider of technology products and solutions, today announced the appointment of Frank…
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J Davis Inc. adds Director of Business Development
October 8, 2020
J Davis Inc., a family-owned organization offering high-quality general contracting, sitework, and industrial services, announced a significant addition to their leadership team. Heading the growth intiatives of J Davis Construction,…
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Lower Richland educator named 2020 Midlands Region Career Specialist of the Year
October 8, 2020
When colleagues describe Lower Richland High School Career Specialist Cynthia Flemming-Tyler, expect to hear words like “impeccable,” “going the extra mile” and “an advocate for students.” Those exceptional qualities have…
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Supreme Court sides with The SCEA in major school funding case
October 8, 2020
The South Carolina Supreme Court issued a historic opinion late Wednesday, siding with The South Carolina Education Association and affirming that the use of public funds for private schools is…
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Attorney General Alan Wilson obtains judgment resolving Community Health Systems data breach investigation
October 8, 2020South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson, along with the attorneys general of 27 other states, has obtained a judgment against Tennessee-based CHS/Community Health Systems, Inc., and its subsidiary, CHSPSC LLC.…
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Fifth Annual Growth Summit scheduled for November 19th
October 8, 2020
ERG Payroll & HR and GrowCo announce the Fifth Annual Growth Summit GrowCo has announced the Fifth Annual Growth Summit, which is taking place on November 19th. The Growth Summit…
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Greenville Technical College awarded $2.1 million Title III grant from the U.S. Department of Education
October 8, 2020
Greenville Technical College has been awarded nearly $2.1 million over a five-year period under a Strengthening Institutions grant provided by the U.S. Department of Education’s Title III program. The grant…
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Smart Reef system to be installed off S.C. coast
October 8, 2020
Partnership between S.C. Floodwater Commission and Coastal Carolina University to generate offshore and marine information in real time The initial blocks of a sensor-laden “Smart Reef” system capable of gathering…
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Lifoam Industries’ new Envirocooler™ EVG™ reduces plastic waste while maintaining quality performance & convenience
October 8, 2020
Lifoam Industries, LLC (Lifoam), a business segment and subsidiary of LifeMade Products LLC (LifeMade), earlier this year introduced the new Envirocooler™ EVG™ , an innovative addition to its temperature-controlled packaging…
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5 years after epic storm, county’s flood recovery efforts transforming community, lives
October 8, 2020
In October 2015, a historic storm and resulting floods inundated Richland County, devastating the lives of many residents, damaging or destroying thousands of homes and businesses, and impairing infrastructure. The…
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Richland County Government assists local election officials
October 8, 2020
Richland County Government is assisting local election officials with a voter information effort to alleviate confusion about casting a ballot in the November election, the County Administrator announced this week.…
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Tallo and Jobs for America’s Graduates partner to prevent a COVID-driven dropout crisis
October 8, 2020
With virtual learning likely to increase dropout rates, planning for the future is key Jobs for America’s Graduates (JAG) is partnering with Tallo, a digital platform that connects talent with…
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Oldcastle APG establishing operations in Fairfield County
October 8, 2020
More Than $25 Million Investment Will Create Approximately 100 Jobs Oldcastle APG, a leading global manufacturer of outdoor living and building materials, today announced plans to establish operations in Fairfield…
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“Zooming in” on Clemson’s Fifth Annual Construction Symposium: October 15, 2020
October 8, 2020
Clemson University’s Nieri Family Department of Construction Science and Management in conjunction with the department’s Corporate Partner Companies will present its 2020 Annual Symposium virtually on October 15, 2020. Themed…
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Upstate Pre-Schools & Childcare Centers raising funds for March of Dimes
October 8, 2020WHO: The Upstate’s cutest fundraisers have started the 2020 Wonderwalk campaign to support March of Dimes’ urgent mission. Children are being educated on the importance of giving back at an…
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Melissa D. Bane joins Greenwood Capital ownership team
October 8, 2020
Greenwood Capital is pleased to announce that Melissa D. Bane, Senior Private Client Advisor, joined the ranks of Greenwood Capital employee ownership on October 1, 2020. “This opportunity and honor…
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Laurens County Entrepreneur Launches “Relentless” Podcast
October 8, 2020
The challenges of owning a small business and surviving beyond the first five years is something that keeps many from even getting started. “To be successful as a small business…
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Healthy Blue℠ donates to MUSC Project ECHO to continue quality care for Opioid Use Patients
October 7, 2020
According to the American Medical Association*, states across the nation have reported increases in drug-related deaths during COVID-19. In South Carolina, the number of emergency responses to overdoses nearly doubled…
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Carolina Business Equipment educates customers on ransomware
October 7, 2020
Leader in Managed Technology Services Helps Businesses Fight Malware Carolina Business Equipment, Inc., a leading managed technology services provider, announced today that they have launched a ransomware awareness campaign. The…
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Sixth annual Dustin Johnson World Junior Golf Championship set for March 5-7, 2021
October 7, 2020
Early applications encouraged as event officials expect field to fill quickly The dates are in place for the next installment of one of the world’s leading junior golf competitions, as…
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CT scan covid testing available at Providence Health in Fairfield County
October 7, 2020The Fairfield Covid-19 Taskforce is offering a CT scan for initial diagnosis of covid with results provided to prescribing physicians within 24 hours. Protocols include any symptom of COVID and…
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Trump Administration invests $3 million in distance learning and telemedicine infrastructure in South Carolina
October 7, 2020
Distance Learning and Telemedicine Investments will Benefit Rural South Carolina Residents U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue along with South Carolina United State Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development…
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Advoco gains global recognition, selected as Infor Business Partner of the Year
October 7, 2020
Advoco, a leading Infor EAM consulting firm, was named North America Business Partner of the Year by Infor, a global leader in business cloud software specialized by industry. The award…
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Columbia Film Society welcomes Dr. Thaddeus Jones to team
October 7, 2020
The Columbia Film Society announced the hiring of Dr. Thaddeus Jones Jr. as Director of Programming. Jones will lead film programming for the Nickelodeon Theatre and direct the Indie Grits…
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Absentee Voting is Open – What You Need to Know
October 7, 2020
Absentee voting in South Carolina opened on Monday, October 5th. This year, due to the COVID-19 situation, no reason is needed to vote by absentee ballot. “It’s been a busy…
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Lakevia Mills named CCSD 2020 Teacher of the Year
October 7, 2020
St. John’s High School science teacher, Lakevia Mills, is Charleston County School District’s 2020 Teacher of the Year (TOY). She’s honored to have been chosen and hopes to use the…
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Capitol Theatre to Show “War Room” Oct. 9-Oct. 11th
October 7, 2020
The Capitol Theatre is showing “War Room.” All tickets only $5.00 The Capitol Theatre 104 South Public Square, Laurens, South Carolina, 29360 OCT. 9th – 11th FRI-SAT 4:00, 7:00 SUN 3:00…
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Notable public servant named to CIU board
October 7, 2020
Ken Blackwell, a nationally-known figure with an extensive career in public service has been named to the Columbia International University Board of Trustees. Blackwell has served as mayor of Cincinnati…
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South Carolina Department of Education awarded $31.5 million charter school grant
October 7, 2020
State Superintendent of Education Molly Spearman announced that South Carolina will receive a new grant award of more than $31.5 million over the course of the next five years from…
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Realtor William Prendergast joins The Cassina Group
October 7, 2020
Accomplished Charleston Realtor William Prendergast has joined The Cassina Group. Prendergast has a strong background in high-end construction and has built a successful real estate career focusing on luxury properties…
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Lander University, Technical Colleges sign partnership agreement to enhance transfer of students
October 7, 2020
Lander University’s College of Business and the South Carolina Technical College System have signed a partnership agreement designed to enhance the seamless transfer of students and graduates from the 16…
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Presbyterian College Hosts Graduation for Class of 2020
October 7, 2020
Graduates from Presbyterian College’s Class of 2020 filed out of Neville Hall on the PC campus, all wearing masks. They made their way to the West Plaza, where friends and…
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Colliers International office specialist, Taylor Allen, receives prestigious Society of Industrial and Office REALTORS® (SIOR) designation
October 7, 2020
Colliers International | South Carolina announced Taylor Allen has earned the Society of Industrial and Office REALTORS® (SIOR) designation. The SIOR designation is awarded to real estate professionals in recognition…
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Added educational assistance available to local students
October 7, 2020
As local students and their families continue navigating through new learning environments, Richland Library is offering added educational assistance in three key areas. As part of the ConnectED Library Card…
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