Wide reach of Lander University art is in exhibits and online presentations
March 19, 2021
“Art is too important not to share.” – Romero Britto, Brazilian artist. Fortunately for many, the artworks of Lander University students and faculty are being shared this semester with thousands…
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Charleston Parks Conservancy launches litter cleanup program
March 19, 2021
In an effort to address citizen concerns about trash on the West Ashley Greenway and Bikeway, the Charleston Parks Conservancy is launching a volunteer litter cleanup program. In April, the…
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Eleven81 Partners with YEScarolina to benefit Summer Entrepreneurship Camps in Charleston, SC
March 19, 2021$1 of each featured Kitchen Karma item at Eleven81 will be donated to YEScarolina through April. Now through April 30th, Eleven81 in the Market at Oakland in Mount Pleasant has partnered with…
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Jenny Adamson joins Parker Poe’s Development Services Team in Greenville
March 19, 2021
Parker Poe Adams & Bernstein LLP announced that Jenny Adamson has joined the firm’s Greenville office as special counsel. Jenny bolsters Parker Poe’s Development Services Industry Team, which helps clients…
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Attorney General Alan Wilson and 21-State Coalition File Suit to Block Biden’s Illegitimate Keystone Cancellation
March 18, 2021
Power to regulate foreign and interstate commerce belongs to Congress, not executive Biden does not have power to overturn permit granted by an Act of Congress Pipeline would create thousands…
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Suffering and perspective
March 18, 2021
By Jeff Becraft Suffering has a way of shifting our perspective. Whether it be an illness, a death of a loved one, a disappointment or whatever it is. Often times,…
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Lisa Creech joins the North Pleasantburg office of C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS
March 18, 2021
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announced that Lisa Creech has joined the company’s North Pleasantburg office as a sales associate. Lisa Creech chose to relocate to Greenville 14…
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James McLemore joins the Woodruff at Five Forks office of C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS
March 18, 2021
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announced that James McLemore has joined the company’s Woodruff at Five Forks office as a sales associate. McLemore is passionate about helping home…
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Derek Pinkerton joins the Spartanburg office of C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS
March 18, 2021
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announced that Derek Pinkerton has joined the company’s Spartanburg office as a sales associate. As a Pennsylvania Native and Real Estate Professional serving…
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Gift to College of Charleston focuses on teacher education and underserved children
March 18, 2021Charleston businessman Ben Navarro, founder and CEO of Sherman Financial Group, and his wife Kelly, announced a significant gift through the Beemok Family Foundation that will enhance the College of…
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Berkeley County appoints Deputy County Supervisors
March 18, 2021Berkeley County has appointed two new Deputy County Supervisors to serve under the County Supervisor and ensure efficient and effective delivery of services consistent with County objectives. Ashley Powell has been hired…
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Camp Ho-Non-Wah Wild Game Dinner & Skeet Sheet – March 27
March 18, 2021
The Coastal Carolina Council, in conjunction with Camp No-Non-Wah Alumni Association, will host its first annual Wild Game Dinner & Skeet Shoot on Saturday, March 27, 2021 to benefit programs at…
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The National Football League makes a donation through the Helmet Decal Recognition Program to the International African American Museum
March 18, 2021
NFL Players Making a Change This past month, the National Football League (NFL) made a donation to the International African American Museum as a part of its Helmet Decal Program.…
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District’s student transfer process underway
March 18, 2021Charleston County School District’s Student Transfer Program is now open. Parents living in Charleston County, wishing to transfer their children from their neighborhood school to a nonmagnet/charter school, are invited…
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Thirty CCSD students earn the distinction of National Merit Scholarship Finalist
March 18, 2021Thirty Charleston County School District (CCSD) students have earned the prestigious honor of Finalist in the 66th annual National Merit Scholarship Program, which is run by the National Merit Scholarship…
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Students at St. John’s building relationships with police officers one conversation at a time
March 18, 2021St. John’s High School students are having honest and frank conversations with members of the Charleston Police Department (CPD). These talks, called Community Circles, are part of a department initiative…
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The Ecology School and Poland Spring brand launch national programs to expand ecology learning
March 18, 2021
• E-learning curriculum, Teacher Institute and new facilities enable countrywide access to ecology education • Distance learning online module now available to educators, students and families to help address COVID-19…
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Trident United Way analysis shows help requests are still high one year since COVID-19 hit SC
March 18, 2021
Unemployment rate is nearly 2.5% higher than pre-pandemic One year since South Carolina schools and businesses halted due to COVID-19, new numbers from Trident United Way show the lasting impacts…
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The Barbara Stone Foundation appoints new executive director to continue advocacy work for individuals with disabilities
March 18, 2021
The Barbara Stone Foundation, a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to improving the lives of individuals with disabilities and their families, has named Lara Ceisel as its new executive director.…
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County Council sets virtual hearing for rezoning requests, seeks public input
March 18, 2021County Council will hold a virtual public hearing to discuss a set of proposed map amendments Tuesday, March 23. The meeting begins at 7 p.m. and will stream live on…
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Parks and Recreation Department moves into Phase IV and V Re-opening Plan Effective May 3, 2021
March 18, 2021In an effort to provide citizens with directions regarding re-opening, the City of Columbia’s Parks and Recreation Department has announced that they will re-open their parks and amenities on May 3,…
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Pawleys Island in running for Garden & Gun Magazine’s Best Southern Beach Town
March 18, 2021
Many have prepared their college basketball elimination brackets, but the real fun this March lies with a Garden & Gun magazine contest to name the “Favorite Southern Beach Town.” And…
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Rick Redden, longtime Carolinas banking executive, to retire
March 18, 2021
Rick Redden, president of Wells Fargo’s Atlantic Region, will retire by the end of March. Redden is a well-respected, longtime banking leader throughout the Carolinas and Mid-Atlantic, with a career…
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Several Richland County offices now open by appointment
March 18, 2021
As Richland County continues to work toward safely reopening County facilities, several offices have reopened to the public by appointment only. Residents can now sign up for in-person appointments with…
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Leadership Columbia Alumni Association hosts 5th Annual Women in Leadership luncheon – March 25th
March 18, 2021
The Leadership Columbia Alumni Association is hosting its 5th Annual Women in Leadership luncheon on Thursday, March 25th to provide support to the emerging and existing female leaders in the Midlands. This program…
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SBA Alternative Work Site opens at Spartanburg Community College
March 17, 2021The U.S. Small Business Administration South Carolina District Office celebrated the grand opening of the Spartanburg Alternative Work Site (AWS), located at the Spartanburg Community College (SCC) Spark Center. The…
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Award winning Irish dance school bringing a touch of Ireland to Lexington
March 17, 2021
Award-winning Connick School of Irish Dance is putting down roots in Lexington, SC. While holding classes in the area over the last 18 years, the school has found a permanent location…
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Homeless No More breaks ground on new education facility
March 17, 2021
On March 8, 2021, nonprofit organization Homeless No More broke ground on its new Education Facility off Two Notch Road in Northeast Columbia. When completed, the new 5,000 sf building…
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Nexton breaks ground on the Midtown Club, welcomes first resident at Midtown
March 17, 2021
Nexton, South Carolina’s most innovative and walkable community, recently broke ground on the Midtown Club, an expansive amenity center located in the heart of Nexton’s new neighborhood, Midtown. The 8,000-square-foot…
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PC’s Spangler Is One of a Kind
March 17, 2021
Presbyterian College is extraordinarily fortunate to have Tommy Spangler as its head football coach. Spangler rolls with punches and makes the best of what he has. He has had to adjust…
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Prepare for Severe Weather on Thursday and Possible Tornadoes
March 17, 2021
It’s been a rainy year so far but dangerous storms are predicted for Thursday, March 18th. According to the National Weather Service, Laurens County is in the high risk zone…
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Moving on Main Series Starts Saturday, March 27th
March 17, 2021
The MOVING ON MAIN series kicks-off on Saturday, March 27th. The cardio boot camp will be followed by a blended yoga/barre cool down. Everyone is welcome & classes are FREE!…
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PRESBYTERIAN COLLEGE CELEBRATES WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH
March 17, 2021
Women’s History Month is a chance to celebrate the incredible contributions of women to events in history and contemporary society. To honor this month, Presbyterian College has created a full…
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Lander Names Lawrence Trustee Emeritus
March 17, 2021
Lander University has named Jack W. Lawrence, retired member of the Lander University Board of Trustees, as trustee emeritus. The announcement was made at the board’s virtual meeting on March…
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Registration for LCSD 56 Virtual Learning Program for 21-22 Open
March 17, 2021
Registration for the virtual program for the 21-22 school year has officially opened. The program’s new name will be GOAL (Global Online Academic Learning Institute). A registration form must be…
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Attorney General Alan Wilson Urges Feds to Respect State’s Ability to Cut Taxes
March 17, 2021
Twenty-one States Warn Language in American Rescue Plan Act Could Prevent States from Implementing Any Tax Relief (COLUMBIA, S.C.) – Attorney General Alan Wilson joined a letter today signed…
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Richland County providing $12.5M in emergency aid to renters
March 17, 2021
Richland County renters seeking relief from past due and unpaid rent and utilities could qualify for a COVID-19 Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP) that opens Monday, April 5. With the…
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BMW Scholar Lauds ‘Opportunity of a Lifetime’
March 17, 2021
Gabe Stumbo’s career path is moving along almost as smoothly as the impeccable assembly lines at BMW in Greer. The Piedmont Technical College (PTC) mechatronics major began a competitive two-year…
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Longtime Conservation Commission chair earns state’s highest honor
March 17, 2021Carol Kososki, a longtime chair of the Richland County Conservation Commission (RCCC), has been awarded the Order of the Palmetto, the state’s highest civilian honor. Kososki received the honor for…
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Richland School District Two will shift to eLearning for Thursday, March 18, 2021
March 17, 2021
In anticipation of severe weather and unsafe travel conditions, Richland School District Two will shift to eLearning for Thursday, March 18, 2021. This means all students will participate in eLearning…
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More Richland One teachers achieve National Board certification
March 17, 2021
Two more Richland One teachers have achieved the highest teaching credential available in their profession. Columbia High School teacher Parneeta Myadala recently earned National Board certification from the National Board…
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USDA increases funding limits for the Revolving Fund Program to help expand access to rural water and wastewater infrastructure
March 17, 2021
Columbia, S.C. – The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) today announced that it is increasing funding limits for loans financed under the Revolving Fund Program to support water and wastewater infrastructure projects…
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Lexington District One Board approves renaming of Lexington Middle School
March 17, 2021
During their March 16, 2021, meeting, the Lexington County School District One Board of Trustees approved the renaming of the new school under construction on Old Cherokee Road. The new…
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Nautic Partners and VC3 management partner to complete recapitalization of VC3
March 17, 2021
COLUMBIA, SC. & PROVIDENCE, RI – Nautic Partners announced that in partnership with VC3 management, it has finalized the recapitalization of the VC3 family of companies. VC3 is a market-leading…
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Tallo creates $10,000 scholarship for high school senior impacted by the pandemic
March 17, 2021
MOUNT PLEASANT, SC – With half of Americans having experienced at least one form of household income loss during the pandemic, Tallo, the nation’s premier online platform for connecting students…
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Carolina-based Sharonview Federal Credit Union chooses Elan as credit card partner
March 17, 2021
MINNEAPOLIS & INDIAN LAND, SC – Sharonview Federal Credit Union, one of the nation’s top 200 credit unions, and Elan Financial Services have signed an agreement that will provide…
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ZeOmega impacting heart health in the Midlands
March 17, 2021
The American Heart Association announced ZeOmega’s commitment to address heart health through the Midlands Heart Ball campaign. The Midlands Heart Ball has always been more than just an event, it…
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Ian Conits selected for 2021 Class of ChangeMakers in the Upstate
March 17, 2021
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd is proud to announce that Ian Conits has been selected for Multiplying Good’s 2021 Class of ChangeMakers in the Upstate. Ian is one of eighteen community leaders…
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BASF seeking apprentices for “earn and learn” program
March 17, 2021
BASF is seeking applicants for a new apprenticeship program at its Seneca, South Carolina facility. The program is part of the company’s North American Apprenticeship Development Program (NAADP), which aims…
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BMW Charity Pro-Am Presented by SYNNEX Corporation opens 2021 ticket sales
March 17, 2021
Ticket sales for the 2021 BMW Charity Pro-Am Presented by SYNNEX Corporation open to the public today at BMWCharityGolf.com. This year’s tournament will return to Thornblade Club and The Cliffs…
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