Gov. McMaster participates in groundbreaking for Walmart’s new Dorchester County distribution center
December 3, 2020
$220 Million Investment Will Create Approximately 1,000 Full-Time Jobs Governor Henry McMaster today participated in a groundbreaking ceremony for Walmart’s direct import distribution center, which is a part of a…
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Southeastern Wildlife Exposition moves forward with provisional plans for February show
December 3, 2020
The Southeastern Wildlife Exposition (SEWE), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, has announced provisional plans for its 39th annual celebration of wildlife art and the great outdoors in downtown Charleston, February 11…
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Hampton Park senior makes finals for Heisman Scholar program
December 3, 2020
Kathryn Lyons was recently named South Carolina winner and one of 12 national finalists for the Heisman High School Scholarship program – an annual award that goes to senior scholar-athletes…
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Be mindful of holiday triggers that lead to substance misuse
December 3, 2020
After a year marked by the first global pandemic, social isolation, and rising unemployment—not to mention political and social turmoil—an overwhelming majority of Americans are looking forward to the holidays…
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Furman presents art by Matthew Baumgardner, Zoom opening Jan. 28
December 3, 2020
An exhibition celebrating the life and work of visual artist Matthew C. Baumgardner (1955-2018) will be presented by the Furman University Department of Art Jan. 19-Feb. 19 in Thompson Gallery…
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Richland Library hosts author of two Caldecott honor-winning picture books
December 3, 2020
Richland Library is thrilled to welcome a best-selling author to discuss his award-winning books for children. Join us for Meet the Author: Mac Barnett from 10:30 – 11 a.m., Wednesday,…
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College of Charleston Arts Dean Valerie Morris exits the stage
December 3, 2020
For 22 years Valerie Morris, dean of the College of Charleston School of the Arts, has sat in the audience at music and dance performances, theater productions and art lectures and presentations. She has served…
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South Carolina Federal wins Excellence in Workplace Diversity award from South Carolina Chamber of Commerce
December 3, 2020
South Carolina Federal Credit Union was honored with the Excellence in Workplace Diversity award from the South Carolina Chamber of Commerce. This awards program recognizes the accomplishments of South Carolina…
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Infinity Marketing welcomes Matthew Schwartz as Media Coordinator
December 3, 2020
Infinity Marketing, a fully integrated marketing agency in the Upstate, is pleased to have Matthew Schwartz join the team as a Media Coordinator. The Media Department continues to expand in…
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Countybank launches debit card swipe campaign
December 3, 2020
Countybank is excited to announce the launch of its first debit card swipe campaign that results in contributions to local organizations through the Countybank Foundation. “As the holidays quickly approach,…
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Gov. McMaster names SCHP veteran Robert Woods to lead S.C. Department of Public Safety
December 3, 2020
Governor Henry McMaster nominated Robert G. Woods, IV as Director of the South Carolina Department of Public Safety (SCDPS). Woods has been serving as the Acting Director of SCDPS since…
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Laurens County Sheriff’s Office Adds Two Deputies
December 3, 2020
The Laurens County Sheriff’s Office has two new deputies on the force. Deputy Athens joins the Sheriff’s office and will be assigned to Uniform Patrol Division and Detention Deputy Teague…
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The Midtown Building Brings Collaborative Co-workspace and Pop-Up Restaurants to Laurens
December 3, 2020
The Midtown Building co-work and event space on the square in Laurens is open for business. Today (Thursday, Dec. 3rd) they will have their ribbon cutting ceremony and Saturday, December…
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‘Skill Up’ Platform Aims to Connect Individuals with Career Pathways
December 2, 2020
Upstate SC Alliance launches regional gateway to technical training programs Although the coronavirus pandemic has slowed some areas of the economy, within many sectors, businesses continue to grow. A new…
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South Carolina Federal’s Leslie Norris named HR Professional of the Year
December 2, 2020
South Carolina Federal Credit Union is proud to announce that Leslie Norris, senior vice president of human resources and development, was named HR Professional of the Year by the South…
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Nova Technologies honors stalwart Citadel engineering professor with scholarship in his name
December 2, 2020Dr. Johnston “John” Peeples, ’70, illuminates the way for aspiring electrical and computer engineers After decades of innovating, leading and teaching, John Peeples, Ph.D., Citadel Class of 1970, still comes…
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Thorne Ambulance announces Grand Strand expansion
December 2, 2020
Thorne Ambulance Service, LLC. (TAS), a South Carolina-based mobile healthcare provider, is pleased to announce the opening of its Myrtle Beach, South Carolina location. This announcement comes as the Grand…
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Lima One’s Tennyson named to Mortgage Global 100 list
December 2, 2020Lima One Capital CEO Jeff Tennyson has been named as one of 31 US-based leaders included on the 2020 Mortgage Global 100 list, identifying him as one of the mortgage…
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UofSC economic forecast for 2021: Palmetto State’s economy largely rebounded, but significant gaps still remain
December 2, 2020
With a current unemployment rate of 4.2 percent — less than two percentage points away from its pre-pandemic low of 2.5 percent — South Carolina’s economy has largely recovered from…
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Virtual workshops to give insight into County grant process
December 2, 2020
Organizations will have the opportunity to learn about Richland County’s grant programs at a pair of virtual workshops this month. The Internal Grants Funding Guidelines Workshops will focus on the…
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East Cooper CAS teacher-librarian earns grant from Toshiba America Foundation
December 2, 2020
Staff members at East Cooper Center for Advanced Studies are committed to providing students with life-changing educational and career opportunities. Thanks to a grant the East Cooper CAS teacher-librarian Melissa…
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Impact entrepreneurship: College of Charleston students making a profit and a difference
December 2, 2020
A new form of entrepreneurship has taken root at the College of Charleston in recent years — impact entrepreneurship. This is the concept of making a profit while making a…
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SC Ports’ Community Giving Program supports 55 charitable organizations across SC
December 2, 2020South Carolina Ports Authority awarded $61,000 in grants to 55 S.C. charitable organizations through its annual Community Giving Program. SC Ports dedicates a portion of its revenues each year to support charitable…
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Upstate school leader named SC Middle Level Assistant Principal of the Year
December 2, 2020
The South Carolina Association of School Administrators (SCASA) has named Steven Sokohl the 2021 South Carolina Middle Level Assistant Principal of the Year. Steven Sokohl is an assistant principal at…
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Former Marine hosts new podcast
December 2, 2020
Series discusses faith, war, the importance of serving others, and inspiration By Alex Junes-Ward Military expert W. Thomas Smith Jr. is hosting a new podcast series, FOURTH WATCH ONE, that…
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Mashburn Construction welcomes new Chief Financial Officer to headquarters
December 2, 2020
Mashburn Construction announced the hire of Brian D’Amico as Chief Financial Officer. Brian brings more than 15 years of accounting experience that will allow him to successfully lead the company’s…
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Sherman College names Faculty, Staff Member of the Year
December 2, 2020
Sherman College of Chiropractic recently honored Assistant Professor of Clinical Sciences Princess Porter-Fowler, D.C., ’01, and Help Desk Technician Andrew Cook, A.A.S., in appreciation of their contributions, time and commitment…
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LawyerLisa welcomes new attorney
December 2, 2020
LawyerLisa, LLC welcomes Mackenzie Pearson to the firm as an associate in their home office. The addition of Mackenzie is an illustration of the firm’s regional growth and ongoing commitment…
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Old Cigar Warehouse honored by App NACE
December 1, 2020
The Old Cigar Warehouse has been honored as the Venue of the Year by the Appalachian chapter of the National Association for Catering and Events. Located in downtown Greenville, The…
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FUEL hires Ely Middleton as digital coordinator
December 1, 2020
FUEL, a marketing agency in downtown Greenville specializing in branding and marketing solutions, recently hired Ely Middleton as digital coordinator. In this role, she will support various digital marketing initiatives,…
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New Richland One culinary arts wing wins prestigious design award
December 1, 2020The new culinary arts wing recently added to Heyward Career and Technology Center was selected for a design award from the Columbia chapter of the American Institute of Architects (AIA).…
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Famously Hot New Year goes virtual, benefits Harvest Hope
December 1, 2020
South Carolina’s largest New Year’s Eve celebration is going virtual for its 10th anniversary. Famously Hot New Year is bringing communities together from near and far for a free virtual…
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Techtronic Industries expanding operations in Anderson County
December 1, 2020
$100 million investment will create 525 new jobs Techtronic Industries (TTI), a global leader in the design, manufacturing and marketing of quality consumer, professional and industrial products, today announced plans…
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Dillon Swayngim and Ralph Settle of Colliers International awarded tenant representation account for Kimura, Inc. North American operations
December 1, 2020
Dillon Swayngim and Ralph Settle of Colliers International in Spartanburg have been awarded the North American tenant representation account by third-party logistics firm, Kimura Inc. Kimura has primarily served automotive…
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Spreading community joy with Operation COVID Christmas
December 1, 2020
What began as a conversation about how to spread holiday joy in the greater Mount Pleasant community in a challenging year has become a multi-faceted partnership of nonprofits forming a…
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Kristina Harvey joins Stantec’s Landscape Architecture practice
December 1, 2020
Leading global design firm Stantec has hired Kristina Harvey as a Landscape Architect in the firm’s Charleston office. In her role, she is responsible for conducting preliminary site studies and…
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Giving Tuesday with Home Advantage Realty
December 1, 2020
This year is different. While we cannot gather as we have in past years, Jill and John Moylan and Home Advantage Realty are pleased to donate the costs of our…
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Presbyterian College pharmacy students, professor administer flu shots as flu season looms
December 1, 2020
“It’s always important to get your flu shot, but there is an emphasis on that importance this year during the pandemic,” said Dr. Tiffaney Threatt, associate professor at the Presbyterian…
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Sea Cadets raise new jack over USS Columbia memorial
December 1, 2020
Who were those masked young people at Memorial Park in Columbia recently, and what were they doing? Those were members of the Columbia (CL-56) Palmetto Division of the Sea Cadets,…
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Tickets launch for the Annual Lowcountry Oyster Festival
December 1, 2020
The Charleston Restaurant Foundation (CRF) is pleased to announce that tickets to the world’s largest oyster festival – the 38th Annual Lowcountry Oyster Festival – are now available for purchase…
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Support Lowcountry lands and waters on GivingTuesday
December 1, 2020
Lowcountry Land Trust is participating in the global generosity movement Giving Tuesday, raising money to further its work preserving vital Lowcountry lands and waterways. Dottie’s Pharmacy has pledged to match…
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Resource Financial Services listed among top workplaces
December 1, 2020
Resource Financial Services, South Carolina’s largest privately owned mortgage banker, has been named to Mortgage Professional America’s list of top workplaces for 2020. Resource Financial earned overall honors for companies…
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UofSC, Siemens expand partnership to include product demonstrations, new research projects, workforce development
December 1, 2020
Siemens Digital Industries Software and the University of South Carolina are expanding their partnership by adding new software, collaborating on research for innovative manufacturing solutions, and by adding Siemens’ product…
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Pre-book parking options now available at Columbia Metropolitan Airport
December 1, 2020
Pre-book and save on the spot. Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) today launched a new, online parking system that allows travelers the option to pre-book parking in either surface or garage…
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Logisticus Group partners with Georgia Tech Team for the afterlife of wind turbine blades
December 1, 2020Wind turbines are, by design, green solutions for the production of power. Wind turbines produce zero carbon emissions; however, the blades themselves pose an environmental challenge as the blades depreciate.…
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Richland Library discusses impact of home DNA testing with award-winning journalist
December 1, 2020
An award-winning journalist is detailing the impact of home DNA testing, a popular gift during the holiday season. Join Richland Library for Meet the Author: Libby Copeland from 3 –…
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Methodical Coffee offers dessert bar menu at The Commons
December 1, 2020To sweeten up the season, Methodical Coffee is featuring two fanciful desserts at their signature dessert bar from 5:00pm to 8:00pm every Friday and Saturday evening. The creations are only…
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Nationally recognized transportation and logistics firm adds new partner to Greenville location
December 1, 2020
Moseley Marcinak Law Group LLP, a nationally recognized transportation and logistics law firm announced that Kristen Nowacki has joined the firm as a partner. “We are thrilled to have Kristen…
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COMET Chat with John Andoh – November/December 2020
December 1, 2020
The Thanksgiving and Christmas seasons herald the reminder that despite any challenges we may face, we all have much to be grateful for. Our transit system continues to run cleanly,…
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Tina Zwolinski, CEO of skills-based gaming apps training company skillsgapp, appointed to Fostering Great Ideas board
December 1, 2020
Tina Zwolinski, the CEO and co-founder of skillsgapp, the first company in the skills-based training sector to offer customized gaming apps focused on helping Generation Z gain middle skills for…
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