Cohn Construction completes Rio Tinto’s gold mine closure facility
February 26, 2026
Cohn Construction has completed a new 10,200 SF office and warehouse facility for RioTinto in Ridgeway, South Carolina. Designed to support the mine closure efforts required by environmental regulations, the…
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Greenville Together releases 2025 Impact Report, exceeds housing goal
February 26, 2026
One year ago, Greenville Together set a bold goal: move 80 households from homelessness into permanent housing. Today, the initiative released its 2025 Impact Report, highlighting what happens when a community decides…
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Dominion Energy encourages businesses to save, expands rebates for limited time
February 26, 2026
Eligible small businesses can apply for increased incentives for completing energy efficiency upgrades Dominion Energy is offering limited-time bonus incentives to help eligible small business customers in South Carolina invest…
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Richland Library adds Riverbanks Zoo passes to its Library of Things
February 26, 2026
New passes available to borrow during National Library Lovers Month During National Library Lovers Month, Richland Library is introducing a new way to connect the community to hands-on learning and family…
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St. Pat’s in Five Points’ official kick-off event postponed to Monday, March 2 due to inclement weather
February 26, 2026
Dyeing of the Five Points Fountain, Irish music, dance performances and family activities Due to anticipated inclement weather, the Official Kick-Off to St. Pat’s in Five Points, presented by the…
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Charleston County to host public meeting on Fort Johnson Road intersection improvements
February 26, 2026
Charleston County Public Works will host a public meeting to provide a quarterly construction update on intersection improvement projects at Fort Johnson and Secessionville roads and Fort Johnson and Camp…
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Charleston County Coroner’s Office becomes the only one in the state to earn National Association of Medical Examiners accreditation
February 26, 2026
The Charleston County Coroner’s Office announce that it has been fully accredited by the National Association of Medical Examiners (NAME), affirming that its operating policies, procedures, and practices are aligned with…
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Richland School District Two celebrates new National Board Certified Teachers
February 26, 2026
Richland School District Two celebrates its newest cohort of National Board Certified Teachers, recognizing their dedication to excellence in teaching and learning and their lasting impact on student success. National…
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SC NEXUS and SCRA announce Entrepreneurship and Innovation Exchange project launch
February 26, 2026
The South Carolina Department of Commerce’s SC Nexus for Advanced Resilient Energy (SC NEXUS) division, in partnership with the South Carolina Research Authority (SCRA), announced the official launch of Entrepreneurship and Innovation Exchange (eiX),…
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Blink Book Review: “The Concise Guide to South Carolina Government” by Vincent Sheheen
February 26, 2026
By Reba Hull Campbell As a self proclaimed “policy nerd,” I was excited to receive “The Concise Guide to SC State Government” by Vincent Sheheen as a Christmas gift.…
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Spartanburg Water provides ongoing support to the Watershed Ecology Center
February 26, 2026
Grant will help Center continue providing education for more than 20,000 local students The USC Upstate Watershed Ecology Center (WEC) was recently awarded a $14,000 grant by Spartanburg Water to help continue its mission of encouraging community watershed awareness. Spartanburg Water presented WEC with a check for the grant in January, which represented equal contributions from…
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Project Spero already meets draft S. 867 standards and commits to comply with any final law without grandfather protections
February 26, 2026TigerDC Pledges Full Alignment with Current and Future State Data Center Regulations Leadership behind Project Spero confirms that the facility is already designed and engineered to meet or exceed the…
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GSP recognized as Best Small Airport in North America by customers in 2025
February 26, 2026
Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport has once again been recognized among the best airports in North America, earning five honors in the Airport Council International Airport Service Quality awards. The recognition reflects…
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Bon Secours announces the opening of a new freestanding emergency department
February 26, 2026
New Facility Expands Health Care Access in Five Forks Area Bon Secours St. Francis Health System is opening its newest care site in Five Forks. Located at 2814 Woodruff Road,…
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Richland Library hosts gallery opening reception
February 26, 2026
Journey of the Stitched Soul Richland Library invites the community to experience Journey of the Stitched Soul, a powerful solo exhibition by fiber and quilt artist LaToya Thompson, opening with a special…
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Inaugural rugby competition spotlights community and remembrance in Columbia, SC
February 26, 2026
Experience Columbia SC Sports stands beside the University of South Carolina Rugby community as they host the inaugural BIG E Memorial Invitational on Saturday, March 28. The event consists of…
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Breeze Airways expands at GSP with two new routes
February 26, 2026
Breeze Airways is expanding at Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport (GSP) with the addition of two new routes to Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky (CVG) and Fort Lauderdale (FLL). With this announcement, GSP now offers…
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Greenville Chamber announces team promotions
February 26, 2026
The Greenville Chamber announce the promotions of Jennifer Powell to Director of Executive and Administrative Services, Brittney Kessler to Director of Economic Competitiveness Initiatives and Greg Dietz to Senior Investor…
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SOCO Gather opens at Gather COLA in the BullStreet District
February 26, 2026
Gather COLA, located at 2191 Pickens Street in Columbia’s vibrant BullStreet District, announces the opening of SOCO Gather on Thursday, February 26, 2026. SOCO is a locally owned, community-driven workspace…
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Seeking guides for Lowcountry history: Interpretation Field School applications close soon
February 26, 2026
The College of Charleston’s Avery Research Center for African American History and Culture announce the launch of Speaking our Truths: Heritage Interpretation Field School and Internship, a unique opportunity for emerging and early career interpreters. The…
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Mischief Along The Augusta Highway
February 26, 2026
By Tom Poland A restless boy grew up in the midst of forests and pastures. Outside of biking, reading, and exploring woods, the Augusta Highway entertained me. If Rambling…
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Georgetown County facilities to be named after beloved community leaders Linnen, Port
February 25, 2026
Georgetown County will permanently honor two beloved community leaders whose lives were defined by service, mentorship and a deep commitment to others. At its meeting Feb. 24, County Council agreed…
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Bridge2Bridge Run: Racing for community and cause in Georgetown
February 25, 2026
Now entering its 13th year, the Bridge2Bridge Run has cemented itself as one of Georgetown’s signature events. More than just a race, it’s a morning where over a thousand residents…
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Friends of the Georgetown Library celebrate accomplishments, elect new officers at annual meeting
February 25, 2026
The Friends of the Georgetown Library (FOGL) celebrated an impressive list of accomplishments for the past year, including raising $22,900 to support children’s and adult programming for the library. The…
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Tidelands Health invites high school students to apply for upcoming hands-on rehabilitation career event
February 25, 2026
Students interested in a career as a rehabilitation therapist are encouraged to apply for the upcoming second annual “Healing Hands: Career Pathways in Rehabilitation” program, taking place Thursday, March 19,…
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Colliers promotes Drake Scott to Senior Brokerage Associate in Spartanburg
February 25, 2026
Colliers | South Carolina announced that Drake Scott has been promoted to Senior Brokerage Associate. Scott is based in Colliers’ Spartanburg office and specializes in industrial and flex properties, representing…
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Colliers facilitates the investment sale of a medical office building in Easley
February 25, 2026
John Folsom, Matthew Pollard and Macy Scoggins of Colliers | South Carolina represented Radar Doctors LLC in the sale of 832 Powdersville Road to Chass Holdings LLC. This approximately 3,400-square-foot…
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Alli Dunavant and Christine Crawford, Co-founders, Girls Who Paint Murals
February 25, 2026On Valentine’s Day, travelers moving through Charleston International Airport were met with an unexpected burst of color — a Valentine’s-themed mural designed to spread a little extra love. The large-scale…
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Laurens County Citizens for Land Use and Zoning Task Force to Meet February 26
February 25, 2026
The Laurens County Citizens for Land Use and Zoning Task Force will hold its next meeting on Thursday, February 26, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. at the Hillcrest Complex East, located…
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Echoes & Insights: The Vision That Built a Town — William Plumer Jacobs and Clinton’s Enduring Legacy
February 25, 2026
FEBRUARY 2026 COLUMN Echoes & Insights: The Laurens County Series. Readers are invited to journey through the history of Laurens County, uncovering the stories, places, and people that have shaped…
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South Carolina’s Hands-Free Driving Law Enforcement Begins as Warning Period Nears End
February 25, 2026
South Carolina’s Hands-Free and Distracted Driving Act, which took effect September 1, 2025, is entering a new phase this week as law enforcement shifts from warnings to full enforcement with…
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TD Bank offers small business owners in Greenville’s thriving market four key tips for finding the right banking partner
February 25, 2026
Greenville has earned a well-deserved reputation as one of the Southeast’s fastest-growing and most entrepreneurial cities, creating both tremendous opportunity and intensifying challenges for local small businesses — from rising…
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Tropical Smoothie Cafe to open at Aston’s Verdae Village
February 25, 2026
National fast-casual brand bringing fresh smoothies and food to growing Greenville retail destination Aston announced that Tropical Smoothie Cafe will open a new location at Verdae Village, bringing its signature…
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Taking time to remember
February 25, 2026
By Jeff Becraft Last weekend, Brenda and I got to go to Texas to see the three grandkids there… and see their parents. We flew back into Charlotte on…
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Blue Granite announces Bruce Haas as Director of Operations for Midlands region
February 25, 2026
Blue Granite Water Company announced that Bruce Haas has been named Director of Operations for its Midlands region, reinforcing the company’s continued commitment to reliable, compliant, and safe water and…
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Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day 2026 takes place at the State House
February 25, 2026
More than 30 young women in elementary, middle and high school from across South Carolina gathered Tuesday, Feb. 24, at the South Carolina State House for Introduce a Girl to…
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United Way of Pickens County recognizes educators at Pickens County school board meeting
February 25, 2026
United Way of Pickens County recognized a group of outstanding educators during the February 23 meeting of the School District of Pickens County Board of Trustees. The educators were honored…
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The Revolution in South Carolina
February 25, 2026
With all the talk about what happened 250 years or so ago, you’ve probably heard that more of the American Revolution’s battles were fought in South Carolina than in any…
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Coldwell Banker Caine adds three new agents in Greenville
February 25, 2026
Coldwell Banker Caine welcomed Genine Baldassarra, Estefania Leyva, and Braxton Ricker as real estate agents in its Greenville office. Genine Baldassarra brings a relationship-driven approach rooted in trust, transparency, and…
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Cavanaugh & Thickens, LLC attorney named a Top 40 Under 40 Civil Plaintiff Attorney in South Carolina
February 25, 2026
William H. Yarborough, Jr., a personal injury attorney at Cavanaugh & Thickens, LLC, was named a Top 40 Under 40 Civil Plaintiff Attorney in South Carolina by The National Trial…
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17th Annual Women’s Empowerment Conference
February 25, 2026The Women’s Empowerment Conference has partnered with AnMed Health, Tim Drummond State Farm Agency, and Foothills Community Health Care to host the 17th Annual Women’s Empowerment Conference. All women are…
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A Conversation with Karen Morello, Director of the Swamp Fox Players performance of
February 25, 2026
By Karen Owens, Publisher Next Thursday the latest theatrical offering from the Swamp Fox Players is a musical comedy entitled Nunsense. I had the opportunity to speak with Karen Morello,…
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Mauldin Community Goes “Freezin’ for a Reason” at Annual Polar Plunge
February 25, 2026
It may have been cold outside, but community spirit was on full display as the Mauldin Police Department partnered with Greenville County Rec to host this year’s Polar Plunge at…
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Greenville Tech Foundation adds three industry leaders to board of directors
February 25, 2026The Greenville Tech Foundation, the philanthropic partner of Greenville Technical College, has appointed Brandon Scott, Jarrell Hall, and Hunter Gibson to its board of directors, adding senior leaders from key…
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Habitat Greenville’s Credit Union Build starts on Sturtevant
February 25, 2026
Representatives and volunteers from 11 local credit unions gathered on Sturtevant Street to raise a wall, but more importantly uplift a family on their path to homeownership. “This is the…
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IMPH launches Foundations for Success Taskforce
February 25, 2026
The South Carolina Institute of Medicine and Public Health (IMPH), an independent, nonprofit organization working to collectively inform policy to improve health and health care in South Carolina, is launching…
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SeamonWhiteside welcomes six new shareholders, reinforcing growth and leadership across the Carolinas
February 25, 2026
SeamonWhiteside (SW+), a full-service site design firm with offices throughout the Carolinas, announced the elevation of six key leaders to shareholder, a strategic expansion of the firm’s ownership as it…
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Carolinas Credit Union League promotes Billy Boylston to Chief Advocacy Officer
February 25, 2026
The Carolinas Credit Union League (CCUL) has promoted Billy Boylston to Chief Advocacy Officer, recognizing his more than a decade of leadership advancing the League’s state and federal advocacy priorities…
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The Southern Bank appoints Rob Crowe as Senior Vice President and Grand Strand Market President
February 25, 2026
The Southern Bank, a South Carolina- and Georgia-based community bank, announced the appointment of Rob Crowe as Senior Vice President and Grand Strand Market President. This key leadership hire reflects…
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Blue Granite Water Company announces regional leadership appointments in the Upstate and Rock Hill
February 25, 2026
Danny Smith Named Area Manager for Anderson and Simpsonville, Mike Davis Promoted to Director of Operations Blue Granite Water Company announced key leadership appointments that reinforce its commitment to improving…
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