Trident United Way celebrates Publix appreciation week
February 26, 2020
We’re spreading some love to thank Publix and its associates for their dedication to our community You may see Trident United Way throwing mini-parties in the aisles of Publix stores…
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Celebrate South Carolina Rivers during Art Day
February 26, 2020
Celebration will feature art demonstrations, crafts and gallery tours, March 7 The South Carolina State Museum will celebrate art in South Carolina during Art Day, Saturday, March 7, from 10…
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13 Richland One seniors named 2020 National Merit Scholarship finalists
February 26, 2020
Thirteen Richland One high school seniors have been named finalists in the 2020 National Merit Scholarship Program, a prestigious program which awards scholarships to academically talented students across the country.…
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Proposal to discontinue paper punch passes on GTA board agenda
February 26, 2020
Greenlink’s proposal to discontinue paper 20-ride punch passes will be discussed at the Greenville Transit Authority (GTA) board meeting tomorrow, February 27, at 12:30 p.m. at the Greenlink Transit Center…
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The Citadel announces Class of 2020 commencement speakers
February 26, 2020
The South Carolina Corps of Cadets Class of 2020 commencement will take place at 9 a.m., Saturday May 9, at McAlister Field House. About 500 cadet graduates and veteran day students…
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College of Charleston student Katie Stagliano is a Sub Above With Katie’s Krops
February 26, 2020
Things keep growing for Katie Stagliano and her nonprofit organization Katie’s Krops. The College of Charleston senior was recently awarded $5,000 through Jersey Mike’s Sub Above Grant program to help continue the momentum…
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Donations from the 21st annual Lowcountry Food Bank Chefs’ Feast will provide more than 2,700,000 Meals
February 26, 2020
The Lowcountry Food Bank’s (LCFB) 21st annual Chefs’ Feast gala and live auction, which took place on Sunday, February 9, raised $452,000 to support the fight against childhood hunger. More…
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Duke Energy awards $30,000 to the Peace Center’s Peace Passport Field Trip Series
February 26, 2020
The Peace Center has received a $30,000 grant from the Duke Energy Foundation in support of the 2019-2020 Peace Passport Field Trip Series, one of the Peace Center’s Community Impact…
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The Rusty Rudder bids farewell to North Mt. Pleasant.
February 26, 2020
Closing their doors on March 1, 2020 after six years in the community. The Rusty Rudder Mt. Pleasant will be closing its doors on March 1, 2020. After much thought…
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COR launches new talent retention and community pride initiative Crash Course Columbia
February 26, 2020The program aims to build local champions and will take place four times a year Columbia Opportunity Resource (COR), in partnership with Experience Columbia SC, has launched a new talent…
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New speech-language pathology program to train clinicians, fill job shortages
February 26, 2020
The Medical University of South Carolina has launched a new degree program in the MUSC College of Health Professions – the Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology. The new program,…
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Curtis R. Harley Art Gallery presents “BURD BRAIN” by Marius Valdes
February 26, 2020
Curtis R. Harley Art Gallery, sponsored by the University of South Carolina Upstate, announce s“Burd Brain”, an exhibiton of paintings, garphics and illustrations by Marius Valdes. The exhibition opens on Feb.…
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SC nonprofits Facing Race Together
February 26, 2020
A 2019 gathering of South Carolina’s nonprofit leaders ranked racial equity as the most important issue for them to address in preparing for the future. In response, Together SC will…
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City of Columbia Community Development public meetings
February 26, 2020The City of Columbia Community Development Department will be hosting public forums and public meetings, and your input is vital as we plan for the future. Community Development is required,…
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Central Services professionals earn prestigious certification
February 26, 2020
Lexington County School District One Human Resources Staff Kimberly Freeman and Devona Price recently earned a respected professional certification. Freeman and Price completed more than 60 hours of training and…
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Lexington High nurse named South Carolina’s LPN of the Year
February 26, 2020
Lexington High School Nurse Heather Jackson was named the Licensed Practical Nurse of the Year by the South Carolina Department of Education. Jackson has worked for Lexington County School District…
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South Carolina Federal CUSO adds insurance agent in Columbia
February 26, 2020
South Carolina Federal Credit Union’s CUSO, SCF Solutions, LLC*, has hired a new insurance agent to serve clients in the midlands region. Todd Pelfrey has joined SCF Solutions as a…
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New Paul Harris Fellow Honors
February 26, 2020
Capital Rotarian Le Frye (left in photo) was recognized as a new Paul Harris Fellow by club president Abby Naas at the Feb. 26 meeting. The honor – named for…
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Reid Davis, CCIM, SIOR, Pete Harper, CCIM, and Cameron Yost represented the landlord in the lease of 29,576 SF of office space in Florence SC
February 26, 2020Lee & Associates Charleston would like to welcome Caliber Home Loans, Inc. in Suite 101 and South Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (SCDHHS) in Suite 200 to their…
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United Community Bank adds Jonathan Strauss to Columbia team
February 26, 2020
United Community Bank welcomed Jonathan Strauss as a Vice President/Commercial Relationship Manager to its growing Columbia team. “We are happy to have Jonathan join us as we continue to expand…
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College of Charleston is top producer of Peace Corps volunteers
February 26, 2020The College of Charleston has ranked No. 14 among medium-size schools on the Peace Corps’ list of top volunteer-producing colleges and universities in 2020. Right now, CofC has 21 alumni…
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Ronald McDonald House Charities announces annual gala
February 26, 2020
Proceeds to help house families of children being treated at medical facilities in Columbia Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC) is hosting its second annual RMHC Gala on Thursday, March 26 from 7:00 p.m. to 11:00…
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FUEL adds Leslie Pace as Traffic Manager
February 26, 2020
FUEL, a marketing agency in downtown Greenville, SC, specializing in digital and traditional services, has announced the addition of Leslie Pace as Traffic Manager. Pace will be responsible for handling…
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SCACED grants Rebuild Upstate with funds to pilot weatherization program
February 26, 2020
To jumpstart a new year of reparations, Rebuild Upstate has received a grant award of $10,444 to pilot a weatherization program from the South Carolina Association for Community Economic Development’s…
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Gretchen Lambert, AIA elected Vice Chairperson of CPAC
February 26, 2020
Gretchen Lambert, AIA, Vice President of Studio 2LR has been appointed to serve a three-year term on CPAC (the City of Columbia Climate Protection Action Committee) and has been elected…
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SCORH’s Shannon Chambers named to the board of the National Association of Rural Health Clinics
February 26, 2020
Shannon Chambers, Director of Provider Solutions for the SC Office of Rural Health, has been installed to the Board of Directors for the National Association of Rural Health Clinics (NARHC).…
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Regional Management Corp. announces fourth quarter 2019 results
February 26, 2020
Net income of $15.7 million and diluted earnings per share of $1.38 17.0% revenue growth, driven by 17.4% average finance receivables growth GREENVILLE, SC – Regional Management Corp. (NYSE: RM),…
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ABC Carolinas announces 2020 Upstate Regional Leadership Council
February 26, 2020
The Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) of the Carolinas announces the 2020 leadership team for the organization’s Upstate Council. The new Chair is Justin Martin, project manager/estimator for Cely Construction.…
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Richland County 2020 OSBO Business Academy: Understanding Business Taxes – March 10
February 25, 2020
What: Richland County 2020 OSBO Business Academy: Understanding Business Taxes If you are an employer or small-business owner, tax season is no time to be blindsided by business taxes. Ed Watson…
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Nicholas Vazsonyi named dean of the College of Architecture, Arts and Humanities at Clemson
February 25, 2020
Nicholas Vazsonyi has been chosen to lead the College of Architecture, Arts and Humanities. He is currently chair of the Department of Languages, Literatures and Cultures, and Jesse Chapman Alcorn…
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Clerk of Court Issues Statement on Family Court Schedule
February 25, 2020
Following is a statement from Richland County Clerk of Court Jeanette W. McBride: “Due to flooding, Richland County Family Court is temporarily operating on a limited basis. There is no…
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REMBE Inc. establishing operations in Lancaster County
February 25, 2020
More Than $3.4 Million Investment Will Create 22 New Jobs REMBE® Inc., a U.S. subsidiary of the operational safety company REMBE® GmbH, today announced plans to locate its U.S. operations…
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Steel Hands Brewing receives Golden Nail Award from Columbia Chamber of Commerce
February 25, 2020
Cayce’s first production brewery recognized for Commercial Beautification Steel Hands Brewing was awarded with the prestigious Golden Nail Award by the Columbia Chamber of Commerce at the Columbia Impact Awards…
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Home Works to host ‘Love on Lexington’ home repair blitz
February 25, 2020
Saturday March 7, Home Works will host the “Love on Lexington” blitz to repair the homes of Lexington County neighbors in need. Youth and adult volunteers from across the Midlands…
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Rhonda Vetzel joins the Simpsonville office of C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS
February 25, 2020
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announced that Rhonda Vetzel has joined the company’s Simpsonville office as a sales associate. Originally from Charleston, Vetzel has lived and worked in…
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Griffin Thomas joins the Anderson office of C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS
February 25, 2020
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announce that Griffin Thomas has joined the company’s Anderson office as a sales associate. Born and raised in the Upstate and in several…
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Milliken & Company earns recognition as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® for 14th year
February 25, 2020
A capstone recognition for the diversified global manufacturer, Milliken & Company celebrates its 14th year among the World’s Most Ethical Companies. Selected by the Ethisphere Institute, a global leader in…
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Greenville Technical College and Anderson University sign articulation agreements
February 25, 2020Anderson University (AU) and Greenville Technical College (GTC) have formed a partnership designed to further enhance the transfer opportunity of students from GTC to AU. The partnership is intended to…
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Sherman College releases IRAPS 2020 Call for Abstracts
February 25, 2020
International Research and Philosophy Symposium (IRAPS) 2020 Call for Abstracts – Platform and Poster Presentations Sherman College of Chiropractic is now accepting abstracts for its 17th annual International Research and…
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Sylvan Learning Center announces February’s teacher of the month
February 25, 2020
Anna Davis has been named Sylvan Learning Center’s teacher of the month. After graduating from Costal Carolina with a bachelor’s degree in biology, Davis started work at Sylvan’s Greenville location…
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Greenville Technical College employees recognized as educators of the year
February 25, 2020(Left to right) Brian Easler, Cindy Davies, and Dr. Tanesha Jones-Boyd were recently named educators of the year by the South Carolina Technical Education Association. The South Carolina Technical Education…
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Milliken & Company earns recognition as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® for 14th year
February 25, 2020
A capstone recognition for the diversified global manufacturer, Milliken & Company celebrates its 14th year among the World’s Most Ethical Companies. Selected by the Ethisphere Institute, a global leader in…
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ScanSource announces agreement with Honeywell to distribute commercial security products
February 25, 2020
Provides partners access to an even broader base of physical security and access control products and solutions GREENVILLE, SC – ScanSource, Inc., a leading provider of technology products and solutions,…
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South State Bank and CenterState Bank ranked in Top 50 of Forbes’ Best Banks in America list
February 25, 2020
COLUMBIA, SC & WINTER HAVEN, FL – South State Bank and CenterState Bank jointly announced that they have both been named in the top 50 of Forbes’ 100 Best Banks…
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Frank Davis elected to Executive Committee of Upstate SC Alliance
February 25, 2020
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd shareholder Frank Davis has been elected to the Executive Committee of the Upstate SC Alliance. His two-year term begins February 25, 2020. As an Executive Committee Member,…
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United Ministries announces new executive director
February 25, 2020
United Ministries announced the selection of a new executive director to lead the agency upon the retirement of Tony McDade, the agency’s current executive director. Lizzie Bebber will join the…
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TeamLogic IT of downtown Charleston hires expert Senior Systems Engineer, Leslie “Les” Perkins
February 25, 2020
Top Rated Technology Company Serves IT needs of the Lowcountry & Greater Charleston Businesses TeamLogic IT, a national provider of managed Information Technology (IT) services, located on East Bay Street,…
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Infinity Marketing promotes four media team members
February 25, 2020Infinity Marketing, a fully integrated marketing firm, is delighted to promote four team members within the Media Department: Carly Saul, Media Supervisor; Amber Paul, Senior Media Strategist; Jeanne Morrison, Senior…
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Lexington District One works with Town of Lexington on road improvements
February 24, 2020
During the February 18, 2020 Board Meeting, the Lexington County School District One Board of Trustees accepted the administration’s recommendation to enter into a right of way agreement with the…
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Lexington District one promotes Baskett to new position
February 24, 2020
During the February 18, 2020 Board Meeting, the Lexington County School District One Board of Trustees approved the promotion of Brandon L. Baskett to the new position of Dean for…
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