Outdoor Festival showcases College of Charleston School of the Arts performances
April 6, 2021
There is no question that COVID-19 has taken its toll on the entertainment industry, but the College of Charleston School of the Arts (SOTA) is bringing it back to life. On April…
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College of Charleston student group aims to improve diversity among medical professionals
April 6, 2021While in between classes at the College of Charleston, senior Katlyne Jeter works on the frontlines of COVID-19 research. The formidable student took a full-time position with Charleston-based Precision Genetics, now Precision…
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Charleston Essentials Market to return to Marion Square with COVID-19 restrictions in place
April 6, 2021
Due to the ongoing situation related to COVID-19 in South Carolina, the Charleston Farmers Market will return to Marion Square in its essentials-only format on Saturday, April 10, 2021 from…
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Tri-County Technical College freezes in-county tuition for 2021-2022 academic year
April 6, 2021The Tri-County Technical College (TCTC) Commission approved a freeze for in-county tuition rates for the 2021-2022 academic year. This is the second year in a row that Tri-County has not…
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College of Charleston School of Business receives accolades for multiple academic programs
April 6, 2021
The College of Charleston School of Business has racked up a series of new rankings by various national education publications for its MBA, Bachelor of Professional Studies, international business and overall business…
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Bon Secours makes 5-year investment in CommunityWorks
April 6, 2021
Funds to benefit small businesses, increase affordable housing Bon Secours, which is part of Bon Secours Mercy Health, has announced its financial support of CommunityWorks through a 5-year, $750,000 loan.…
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AT&T announces Celeste Boyd-Spear as Vice President and General Manager for Southeast States Retail organization
April 6, 2021
AT&T announced that Celeste Boyd-Spear will serve as the Vice President and General Manager for the Southeast States Retail organization, consisting of four states: Georgia, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Kentucky.…
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Palmetto Primary Care Physicians appoints Dr. John Gould III, President of Columbia division
April 6, 2021
Palmetto Primary Care Physicians’ (PPCP) board of directors announced that it has appointed Dr. John Gould III as its President of the Columbia division effective March 2021. Gould, a Columbia…
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Columbia Fireflies 2021 ticketing update and safety protocols announced
April 6, 2021
Fireflies announce updated seating, safety and concessions policies to safely welcome fans back to Segra Park The Columbia Fireflies announced ticketing plans and other updates to policies and procedures at…
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Original Six Foundation raises $300,000 for rural South Carolina education
April 6, 2021The Original Six Foundation (O6 Foundation) announced nearly $300,000 supporting educational programs for students in South Carolina’s rural school districts. Nearly 80 participants from businesses and organizations across the southeast…
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Historic Columbia and Wideman Davis Dance present Migratuse Ataraxia
April 6, 2021
Performances April 15-18 will interpret the Black experience at historic locations Historic Columbia will host nationally renowned Wideman Davis Dance (WDD) to present a reimagined “Migratuse Ataraxia,” a performative art installation that centers Black experience and embodiment in…
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UofSC announces strategic partners for statewide cyber ecosystem effort
April 6, 2021South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster and University of South Carolina President Bob Caslen unveiled a statewide initiative in February, 2021 to develop a cyber ecosystem strategy. This plan will further…
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PC’s Smyth Wins National Honor for Defensive Play
April 6, 2021
Jeffrey Smith, Presbyterian College defensive back, was named national player of the week for football in the NCAA’s Football Championship Subdivision (FCS). In a 26-3 victory over Stetson, Smyth returned…
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SCRA announces investment in technology startup, Bandwagon
April 6, 2021South Carolina Research Authority (SCRA) announces its affiliate, SC Launch, Inc.’s, investment of $300,000 in Bandwagon Fan Club, Inc. The Greenville-based startup is a B2B identity infrastructure company that helps their customers…
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Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd recognized in BTI’s Client Service A-Team 2021 report
April 6, 2021
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd announced that the firm has been named to BTI Consulting Group’s 2021 “Client Service A-Team.” “At Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, our number one priority has always been and…
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Infinity Marketing presents Let’s Talk Recruitment
April 6, 2021
Infinity Marketing will launch its next webinar series event titled Let’s Talk Recruitment on Tuesday, April 13, 2021, at 11 AM ET. The event will focus on finding the right…
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SC Ports records strongest monthly volumes in its history
April 6, 2021
South Carolina Ports handled the most cargo in its history in March, with the Port of Charleston handling record volumes as the Hugh K. Leatherman Terminal begins operations. SC Ports reported…
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Taproom and Wine Bar to Open in Downtown Laurens
April 5, 2021
Palmetto Brothers Dispensary will be the first craft beer and select wine bar in Laurens County. The dispensary will be located in the beautiful historical downtown square in the city…
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City of Laurens Launches “Friday Night Live”
April 5, 2021
When the work week is over and it’s time to relax there are now more local options to get your weekend started. Local merchants, working in partnership with the City…
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Laurens County Humane Society to Hold Spay/Neuter Clinic April 15th
April 5, 2021
The Laurens County Humane Society is holding another mobile spay/neuter clinic on April 15th. Pets must be 3 months to 4 years old and weigh less than 50 pounds to…
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Interest in Moving on Main Grows after Two Weeks
April 5, 2021
Are you looking for a new option to get outside and exercise? The MOVING ON MAIN series kicked off on Saturday, March 27th and judging from the attendance, interest in…
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Outstanding Educators from Piedmont Tech Honored
April 5, 2021
Three Piedmont Technical College (PTC) employees were honored recently as Outstanding Educators for the 2019-2020 academic year by the South Carolina Technical Education Association (SCTEA) at its annual conference last…
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Lander concludes Race and Identity Dialogue series with two final events
April 5, 2021
Lander University will wrap up its Race and Identity Dialogue in the month of April, with two virtual sessions for students, faculty, staff and members of the public. The first…
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United Way of the Piedmont board welcomes new members and commits to equity
April 5, 2021
United Way of the Piedmont announces the addition of eight new members to its Board of Directors. These members join 26 existing members to serve as the governing board of…
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LRADAC presents “Stay in at the Drive-In”—a free, outdoor family screening of “The Lion King” on April 9
April 5, 2021
During the pandemic, a family night out at the movies has been one of the things that most people have missed. But LRADAC’s Prevention Team and the Midlands Alcohol Enforcement…
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Adjunct faculty event connects applicants with opportunities
April 5, 2021
Greenville Technical College will hold a virtual adjunct faculty networking and hiring event on Tuesday, April 27, 2021, at 5:30 p.m. The event is designed to connect qualified adjunct applicants…
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BMW Charity Pro-Am announces new sustainability program
April 5, 2021
South Carolina Charities, Inc. (SCCI) has announced a new sustainability program, in partnership with Univar Solutions, for the 2021 BMW Charity Pro-Am presented by SYNNEX Corporation, becoming the first tournament…
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Dominion Energy offers $1 million in critical community needs grants
April 5, 2021
Dominion Energy is inviting nonprofit organizations across the company’s footprint to apply for grants of up to $25,000 each to meet critical needs in communities. For the sixth consecutive year, the Dominion…
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Celebrate Jazz Appreciation Month & National Poetry Month with local online performance – April 9
April 5, 2021
In celebration of Jazz Appreciation Month and National Poetry Month, please join Richland Library for Evening Arts: Jazz and Poetry with Eboni Ramm and Friends from 7 – 8 p.m.,…
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Altitude Trampoline Park opens flagship location in Columbia
April 5, 2021
GRAND OPENING ON APRIL 10 South Carolina is welcoming its first Altitude Trampoline Park in Columbia this Spring Break. The premier trampoline park is celebrating its grand opening on Saturday,…
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I Am Lander: Terrell Turner helps business owners turn dreams into success
April 5, 2021
Starting a new business during an international pandemic could be a bold move or a potential disaster. Photo: After working at several prestigious Fortune 500 companies, Lander University alumnus Terrell…
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Camden attracts new wine bar featuring wide selection
April 5, 2021Downtown Camden has a new destination for wine and craft beer lovers, expanding historic Broad Street’s offerings. Broad & Vine has re-animated a circa 1905 building, which provides a majestic…
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‘The Cheese Biscuit Queen’ launches cookbook and donates proceeds to MIRCI in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month.
April 5, 2021South Carolina native and longtime Midlands resident Mary Martha Greene will launch her much-anticipated cookbook, “The Cheese Biscuit Queen Tells All,” on May 3rd and will donate a portion of…
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Lindsey Hughes, Realtor Associate joins Wilson Associates Real Estate
April 5, 2021
Wilson Associates Real Estate proudly announces the addition of Lindsey Hughes, Realtor Associate to their selected team of real estate professionals. Lindsey is a proud Clemson graduate, utilizing her knowledge…
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DPX Technologies awarded over $250,000 in Phase I SBIR funding
April 5, 2021
DPX Technologies, a manufacturer of laboratory consumables for sample preparation, receives over $250,000 from the National Science Foundation (NSF) for a Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Phase I project. The…
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Blue Hose Doff Their Hatters, 26-3
April 5, 2021
The Presbyterian College scored all 3 touchdowns by means of defense and special teams in a 26-3 road victory over Stetson. Jeffrey Smyth twice intercepted Alex Piccirilli passes and returned…
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Community leaders, nonprofits and government agencies collaborate to plan future state park along the Black River
April 5, 2021Thanks to the leadership and collaboration of community partners, local governments, state agencies and conservation nonprofits, planning has started for a future South Carolina State Park – the first in…
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Reading, Writing… and Financial Literacy
April 5, 2021
By South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis Where did you learn about personal finance? Did a patient parent explain the difference between spending for what you need versus what you want?…
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Raiders Outlast Red Devils
April 2, 2021
Laurens once led rival Clinton 14-0 at Ed Prescott Field on Thursday night. Somehow, before the night was mercifully over, the Red Devils whittled the margin down to three, 18-15,…
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Governor Henry McMaster appoints Andrew P. Dobson to the SC School for the Deaf and the Blind Board of Commissioners
April 2, 2021
Governor Henry McMaster has appointed Andrew P. Dobson of Greer to the Board of Commissioners of the SC School for the Deaf and the Blind (SCSDB) where he will represent…
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Bailey and Son Engineering (BaSE) Begins New Era
April 2, 2021
On the birthdate of its fourth decade, one of the largest structural engineering firms in the state of South Carolina, Bailey and Son Engineering, began a new era. At the…
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Former U.S. surgeon general Regina Benjamin to discuss disparities in public health in next EngenuitySC Competitiveness Series event
April 2, 2021
EngenuitySC will host Regina M. Benjamin, MD, MBA, who served as the 18th U.S. surgeon general (2009-2013), in a discussion on disparities in public health and how to narrow the…
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State of South Carolina and Congaree Golf Club announce plans for the Palmetto Championship at Congaree, a PGA TOUR event, June 7-13
April 2, 2021
South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster and Congaree Golf Club announced that the Palmetto Championship at Congaree, a PGA TOUR event, will take place June 7-13, 2021 in Ridgeland, South Carolina.…
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Just Say Something holds Holiday Honey Baked Ham fundraiser
April 2, 2021
Just Say Something is holding an online, Honey Baked Ham Fundraiser now through Easter, Sunday, April 4, 2021. It centers around holidays that involve families sitting down together to eat…
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Realtors Shawn Garrison, Matt Petitte join The Cassina Group
April 2, 2021Realtors Shawn Garrison and Matt Petitte have joined The Cassina Group, Charleston’s innovation-driven real estate firm. Garrison is a veteran real estate agent with more than 20 years of knowledge…
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Studio 2LR, an award winning design firm, seeks Project Architect/Interior Designer
April 2, 2021
Studio 2LR, an award winning design firm, seeks a multi-tasking, problem solving, creative Architectural/Interior Design project manager. Take a look at the details below if you desire to work in…
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Clemson University partnering with POWERPLANTSC
April 2, 2021
Clemson University President Dr. Jim Clements announced a partnership with POWERPLANTSC, which is preparing for what officials say will be a record 3.3-plus million loblolly pine tree seeds planted across…
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FUEL selects GirlUp GVL as second quarter grant recipient
April 2, 2021FUEL–a Greenville-based marketing agency offering a full suite of strategy, creative, branding, advertising, and PR services–announced today that it has selected GirlUp GVL as its second quarter recipient for the…
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Duke Energy awards $375,000 in grants to South Carolina tutoring programs, education initiatives impacted by pandemic
April 2, 2021
Duke Energy announced the recipients of $375,000 in grants through the Duke Energy Foundation to South Carolina organizations that will fund tutoring and reading programs in underserved and minority communities…
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Greenville Theatre completes three year search for retiring Director’s replacement
April 2, 2021
After a thorough search that took three years to complete, Greenville Theatre announces the hiring of Producing Artistic Director, Max Quinlan. In 2018 Allen and Suzanne McCalla, who have led…
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