“Student Film: The Movie”, Clemson’s first feature film, premieres February 6
January 22, 2026
Clemson University’s World Cinema program is premiering its first-ever feature film on Friday, February 6 on the Clemson campus. “Student Film: The Movie” is the culmination of a groundbreaking film…
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Clemson University Honors College ranked top in state and fourth nationwide
January 22, 2026
Clemson University has the fourth-best honors college in the country and the best in South Carolina, according to a list of the 50 Best Honors Colleges in 2026. The report, published…
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Preparing for weekend winter storm
January 22, 2026
Accumulation of snow, sleet and ice could create hazardous conditions. A significant winter storm is forecast for Greenville beginning Friday night, January 23. The storm is expected to bring a…
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United Community names Sharon Thompson chief commercial banking officer
January 22, 2026
United Community has promoted Sharon Thompson to chief commercial banking officer, a newly created role designed to support the company’s continued growth and expansion of its commercial and specialty banking…
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Dominion Energy Charitable Foundation spring grant cycle now open
January 22, 2026
Deadline to apply for the spring grant cycle is Feb. 20 Nonprofit organizations within Dominion Energy’s service areas can now apply for grants from the Dominion Energy Charitable Foundation. The…
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Naloxone Awareness Day highlights a simple action that can save lives
January 22, 2026
On January 23, South Carolina recognizes Naloxone Awareness Day – a date chosen to reinforce a simple but powerful message: with naloxone, saving a life can be as easy as…
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S.C. Department of Commerce announces new Global Business Development director
January 22, 2026
Julie Kunkle to lead the state’s economic development sales team The South Carolina Department of Commerce announced the promotion of Julie Kunkle to serve as the director of global business development (GBD). Kunkle…
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Delta Dental awards $21,540 to ECCO to address oral health disparities and help South Carolinians get vital care
January 22, 2026
East Cooper Community Outreach (ECCO) announces it has been awarded a $21,540 grant from Delta Dental of South Carolina – a non-profit organization and leading dental benefits provider and oral health…
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St. Pat’s in Five Points announces 2026 band lineup
January 22, 2026
Columbia, South Carolina’s largest one-day festival returns Saturday, March 14 with 25+ acts across five stages All roads lead to Five Points on Saturday, March 14, as St. Pat’s in…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Georgia Mjartan, Central Carolina Community Foundation
January 21, 2026
The Who’s on the Move, Entrepreneur Minute is an interview in support of the undeniable impact that entrepreneurs have on our communities. In this series you will see a diverse group…
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Maverick Yards Anchors Downtown Growth as The Pickle Yard Officially Opens in Mauldin
January 21, 2026
The wait for indoor pickleball in Mauldin is officially over. The Pickle Yard has opened its doors at 15 Jenkins Court, debuting as the signature attraction of the Maverick Yards…
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Simpsonville City Council Addresses Feral Cat Concerns and Downtown Traffic in First 2026 Meeting
January 21, 2026
The first 2026 meeting of the Simpsonville City Council set a busy tone for the year ahead, as newly sworn-in members Jerry Tuso, Aaron Rupe, and Sherry Roche officially took…
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Nashville Heat Hits Main Street: Flock Shop is Open in Simpsonville
January 21, 2026
The local dining landscape has gotten a lot spicier. Flock Shop Hot Chicken has opened its doors at 129 N. Main Street in Simpsonville, taking over the former Willy Taco…
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Greenville Rec Polar Plunge Returns February 21 to Support Special Olympics South Carolina
January 21, 2026
With just one month to go, excitement is building for the Greenville Rec Polar Plunge, set for Saturday, February 21, 2026, at 7th Inning Splash Waterpark. The annual event invites…
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Save the Date – St. James Health and Wellness to host Community Resource Fair on March 28
January 21, 2026
St. James Health and Wellness is excited to host its first-ever Community Resource Fair on Saturday, March 28 from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm at its Andrews Annex Health Center…
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Georgetown County School District opens registration for Magnet Programs, offers showcases for area parents
January 21, 2026
The Georgetown County School District will soon open its application window for next school year and encourages parents interested in registering for one of the district’s Magnet programs to attend…
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HTC is committed to keeping families connected during and after inclement weather
January 21, 2026
HTC is prepared for the impacts from the impending severe winter weather and ready to respond, should outages occur due to it. HTC is taking necessary measures to prepare for…
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Colliers Report: Columbia Office Market Q4 2025
January 21, 2026
Colliers | South Carolina Market Report Tenants continue flight to quality as moveouts mask momentum Market Highlights The Columbia market saw healthy demand for the market’s highest-quality spaces, even as…
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LushAcres Farm Market Offers Egg Special to Help Customers Prepare for Possible Winter Storm
January 21, 2026
Washed vs. unwashed eggs explained as families plan for potential power outages As the Upstate of South Carolina prepares for a possible winter storm that could bring icy conditions and…
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Officer Vigilance Leads to Recovery of Stolen Vehicle in Clinton
January 21, 2026
An alert and routine check by officers with the Clinton Police Department led to the recovery of a stolen vehicle and an arrest on Tuesday. According to the Clinton Police…
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Emergency Officials, LCWSC Urge Preparation as Forecast Signals Potential High-Impact Winter Storm
January 21, 2026
Forecast models are signaling what could become the most significant winter storm to impact the South in nearly a decade, with the potential for dangerous ice accumulation, snow, and prolonged…
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Red Clay
January 21, 2026
By Tom Poland Drizzle drifted and spritzed as if it were January except it was October. Mists coated my camera. In its viewfinder red mud glistened in rain that…
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American Legion Post 25’s Soup Donation Pushes FUMC Food Drive Into Stage 2
January 21, 2026
The community-wide soup drive benefiting the First United Methodist Church (FUMC) Food Bank in Laurens has shifted into high gear following a major contribution from American Legion Post 25. Last…
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Laurens County Animal Control Shelter Seeks Donations to Help Pets Stay Warm During Extreme Weather
January 21, 2026
As extreme cold weather is expected this weekend, the Laurens County Sheriff’s Animal Control Shelter is asking for the community’s help to ensure vulnerable animals have a warm and safe…
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Two Cavanaugh & Thickens, LLC lawyers named Top 100 Civil Plaintiff Attorneys in South Carolina
January 21, 2026
Joseph O. Thickens and Stephen F. Krzyston, attorneys at Cavanaugh & Thickens, LLC, were nominated by The National Trial Lawyers as Top 100 Civil Plaintiff Attorneys in South Carolina. Thickens…
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Here’s to using the “good stuff” in 2026
January 21, 2026
By Reba Hull Campbell Who doesn’t love a good mess after bringing out the “good stuff” we never use … like enjoying dinner using the family china or silver and…
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Pawleys Island Festival of Music & Art announces Lee Minton Signature Series and student outreach programs
January 21, 2026
This February, the Pawleys Island Festival of Music & Art (PIFMA) kicks off its annual Lee Minton Signature Series, a winter tribute to the festival’s founder. The 2026 lineup features…
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Columbia Boat Show is back Feb. 20-22 at S.C. State Fairgrounds
January 21, 2026
Columbia Boat Show is back Feb. 20-22 at S.C. State Fairgrounds The Columbia Boat Show on Feb. 20-22 at the South Carolina State Fairgrounds is the perfect place for fans…
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Presbyterian College OT Doctoral Program Seeks Children for Exergaming Research Study
January 21, 2026
The Presbyterian College Occupational Therapy Doctoral Program is seeking participants for an on-campus research study exploring how active video games—known as exergames—can support children’s movement skills and school-related abilities. The…
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HGTC to host Leadership Development session featuring CCU President James Winebrake
January 21, 2026
Horry-Georgetown Technical College (HGTC) will host a leadership development session featuring James Winebrake, president of Coastal Carolina University, on Friday, Jan. 30, 2026, at 10 a.m. on the Conway Campus. The…
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Georgetown Police asking for tips on recent Liberty Steel theft
January 21, 2026
After a series of reported thefts from Liberty Steel, Georgetown Police investigators worked with the Georgetown County Sheriff’s Office to execute a search warrant for the stolen property at a…
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Brandon Williams joins Greenwood Capital
January 21, 2026
Greenwood Capital announced the addition of Brandon M. Williams to the client service team as an Associate Advisor in the Greenwood office. In this role, he is dedicated to supporting…
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JBW Farms Homestead Announces Updated Market Hours for 2026
January 21, 2026
JBW Farms Homestead has announced updated hours for The Market at JBW Farms as the farm heads into the new year, making it easier for customers to plan their visits…
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Laurens County Community Theatre to Bring Finding Nemo Jr. to the Stage
January 21, 2026
The Laurens County Community Theatre (LCCT) will dive into a family-friendly adventure with its upcoming production of Finding Nemo Jr., opening Friday, January 30, with a 7:30 p.m. curtain. Performances…
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Preserving Lake Greenwood to Host February Meeting Focused on Ware Shoals Dam Safety
January 21, 2026
Preserving Lake Greenwood will hold its next monthly meeting on Tuesday, February 3, at Camp Fellowship, located at 457 Camp Fellowship Road in Waterloo. The meeting will take place in…
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Presbyterian College Freshman Ladina Bruhin Named Big South Freshman of the Week
January 21, 2026
Presbyterian College freshman Ladina Bruhin has been named Big South Freshman of the Week in honors announced Tuesday (Jan. 20) by the conference. Bruhin picked up her first collegiate dual…
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Horry-Georgetown Technical College to unveil historical marker for 60th anniversary
January 20, 2026
Local officials and educators will gather Thursday, Jan. 29, to unveil a new historical marker commemorating 60 years of service by Horry-Georgetown Technical College. The 9 am ceremony at the…
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Teeing Off for Homeownership: 9th Annual ‘Tees for Keys’ hits True Blue Golf Club to tackle local housing gap
January 20, 2026By Karen Owens, Publisher Next month, local golfers will trade the office for the fairways of True Blue Golf Club for a mission that reaches far beyond the 18th green.…
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United Community announces corporate sponsorship of Junior Achievement BizTown Mobile® of South Carolina
January 20, 2026
United Community announced a new three-year corporate sponsorship with Junior Achievement (JA) BizTown Mobile® of South Carolina. This hands-on program brings a mini city to South Carolina schools, where students…
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Literacy SC sets 2026 Executive Board Officers and new goals
January 20, 2026
Literacy SC, a statewide nonprofit hub for growing reading skills in all ages, has seated its Executive Board leadership for the 2026 term. The appointments come as the organization launches…
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Our night out at The Mockingbird
January 20, 2026By Alan Cooper Publisher UpstateBizSC Last Friday night, we spent the evening at the opening of The Mockingbird, Greenville’s newest music venue. Thanks for the invite, Kara Dullea! We were…
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Golden Career Strategies expands services to offer professional book coaching, editing and formatting
January 20, 2026
Golden Career Strategies, a leader in career and leadership development, has expanded its service offerings to include professional book coaching, editing, and formatting designed to support aspiring authors in creating…
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Critical gap along Savannah River corridor protected forever
January 20, 2026Lowcountry Land Trust announced the permanent protection of the Garnett Tract, a 664-acre property located on the Hampton/Jasper county line. With road frontage along both SC Highway 119 and U.S.…
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Kate White Little introduces Kate White Little Communications
January 20, 2026
Kate White Little announces the launch of Kate White Little Communications, specializing in strategic planning, media relations, partnerships, influencer engagement, and events. A network of skilled and trusted partners will…
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Trinity Partners completes sale of medical investment property
January 20, 2026
Trinity Partners announced the successful lease and sale of a medical investment property located at 460 Clemson Road in Columbia, SC. The property, a 3,280 square foot medical office building,…
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South Carolina sets a national standard for secure research
January 20, 2026
South Carolina Research Authority launches the new Center for Research Security, positioning the state as the leading destination for trusted, secure research. The South Carolina Research Authority today announced the launch of the Center for Research Security. This first-of-its-kind…
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Tri-County Technical College breaks ground on Anderson Campus expansion
January 20, 2026
Tri-County Technical College broke ground on January 16 on a $31 million investment at the Anderson Campus designed to expand and grow workforce development programs. TCTC President Galen DeHay was…
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Renee Powell to receive 2026 NGCOA Award of Merit
January 20, 2026
The National Golf Course Owners Association (NGCOA) announced legendary golf ambassador, LPGA/PGA Professional and diversity trailblazer Renee Powell as the recipient of its 2026 Award of Merit, the association’s most prestigious…
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Charleston Parks Conservancy names new members to Board of Directors
January 20, 2026
The Charleston Parks Conservancy, dedicated to caring for and enhancing 26 parks, gardens, and trails across Charleston, announces the appointment of new members to its Board of Directors. The Board…
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Lowcountry Land Trust permanently protects critical gap along Savannah River corridor
January 20, 2026
664-acre Garnett Tract strengthens a vast landscape of public and private conserved land in Hampton and Jasper Counties Lowcountry Land Trust, a nonprofit committed to preserving Lowcountry landscapes and waterways…
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