Henry and Sylvia Yaschik Foundation to sponsor new exhibit at The Children’s Museum of The Lowcountry
July 31, 2019
The Children’s Museum of the Lowcountry (CML) is pleased to announce it has received a $27,000 grant from the Henry and Sylvia Yaschik Foundation to provide funding for a puppet…
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Call for Entries – 2019 Palmetto Awards
July 31, 2019
The South Carolina chapter of the International Association of Business Communicators is ready to celebrate South Carolina’s best and brightest communicators! If you are a communicator who has created, directed…
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Kopis’s Wentzel named to Leadership Greenville Class 46
July 30, 2019
Kevin Wentzel, the chief operating officer at Kopis, has been named to Leadership Greenville Class 46. The Chamber’s flagship leadership program is designed to help develop informed, committed and qualified…
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7315 Cross County Road sold in North Charleston
July 30, 2019
Shep Benjamin of NAI Charleston represented Southwind Land Company, LLC, the Buyer, in the sale of 7315 Cross County Road. Atlantic Electric, LLC, the Seller, was represented by Elliot Calhoun.…
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Oral Care provided for Georgetown County residents in need at Helping Hands Dental Clinic
July 30, 2019
Helping Hands of Georgetown County invites area residents to support its Dental Clinic, providing examinations, cleaning, and extraction for eligible residents. Helping Hands Dental Clinic provides compassionate care to residents…
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Furman alumni win NCTE early career Educator of Color Leadership awards
July 30, 2019
Two Furman University alumni have received the Early Career Educator of Color Leadership Award from the National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE) – Brianna Burnette (Class of 2018) of…
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Trinity Partners Columbia Property Management Team earns more than 200,000 SF in new management assignments
July 30, 2019
Trinity Partners Columbia Property Management team, led by Senior Property Manager, Ashley Owens, has recently earned more than 200,000 SF in new management assignments. The new assignments, 4408 Forest Drive…
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Spartanburg Water opens window for public comment on new rules and regulations
July 30, 2019
In a continued effort to work with our customers and community, Spartanburg Water is opening a window to receive public comments on a draft set of rules and regulations for…
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Court approves historic class action settlement for South African gold mine workers
July 30, 2019
The South Gauteng High Court in Johannesburg granted final approval today of the historic settlement reached in May 2018 for thousands of South African gold mine workers and dependents of workers who…
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SCDOT Statement
July 30, 2019
On Thursday, July 25, 2019, two South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) Horry County highway maintenance workers, Cecil Morgan and David Sibbick, were killed when they were struck by a…
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Greenville County Schools to roll out second food truck as part of Riley Fellows Project
July 30, 2019
Media invited to attend truck’s first meal service at noon on July 31 A group of Riley Fellows from the Riley Institute at Furman University will unveil a new food…
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The Cassina Group hires experienced realtors Charles Baarcke, Brook Griffin, Melissa Rollins
July 30, 2019
The Cassina Group, Charleston, innovation-driven real estate firm, has hired three experienced real estate aents: Charles Baarcke, Brook Griffin and Melissa Rollins. All are lifelong South Carolina residents with many years…
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Invitation for public testimony
July 30, 2019
Your input is wanted about these five agencies Department of Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse Services; Department of Education; Department of Probation, Parole and Pardon Services; Secretary of State’s Office;…
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2019 Furman University graduate named National Leader of the Year by Honor Society
July 30, 2019
Katherine West, a 2019 Furman University graduate from Edgewood, Kentucky, has been selected as the 2019 National Leader of the Year by Omicron Delta Kappa, the National Leadership Honor Society.…
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The 26th Anniversary Global Vision Award honoring Dr. Henry N. Tisdale
July 30, 2019
The Columbia World Affairs Council announced that Claflin University President Henry N. Tisdale will receive the esteemed 2019 Global Vision Award. Dr. Tisdale will be honored at a black-tie gala…
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FinTrust Capital Advisors hires Betsy Pusateri as Operations Administrator
July 30, 2019
FinTrust Capital Advisors announced that Elizabeth “Betsy” Pusateri has joined the FinTrust team as Operations Administrator. With over 12 years of experience in the industry, Betsy will monitor daily operations…
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Area mayors to proclaim August Homeless to Hope Month, provide update on Homeless to Hope Benefit Concert
July 30, 2019Please join Charleston Mayor John Tecklenburg and Mount Pleasant Mayor Will Haynie for a press conference to proclaim August 2019 as Homeless to Hope Month and provide an update on the…
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House Task Force on rural broadband sends letter to FCC Chairman Pai on Educational Broadband Service Decision
July 30, 2019
Decision would eliminate important education requirements that will harm communities House Majority Whip James E. Clyburn (D-SC), U.S. Rep. Grace Meng (D-NY), and members of the House Task Force on…
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SAFE Federal Credit Union transforms digital banking, core systems, and member service
July 30, 2019
SAFE Federal Credit Union announced today that it has selected two of the nation’s leading technology companies to replace its digital banking and core processing platforms while expanding Call Center…
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Darlington Raceway, Motor Racing Network, to celebrate MRN’s 50th anniversary on Labor Day Weekend
July 30, 2019
MRN will be giving away special opportunities to Darlington Stripe Zone Hospitality customers as part of its 50th anniversary celebration Darlington Raceway and the Motor Racing Network, will be celebrating MRN’s…
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Spartanburg Chamber begins facility renovations
July 30, 2019
Spartanburg Chamber, Visitors Bureau temporarily relocated as facilities are upgraded The Spartanburg Area Chamber of Commerce will undergo a facility renovation to better serve the needs of its affiliated organizations…
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$9.33 million investment in South Carolina school buses, public transit
July 30, 2019First Round of Volkswagen Settlement Funds to Purchase 78 New School Buses, 3 Public Transit Buses. Gov. Henry McMaster, Superintendent Molly Spearman, SCDOI Director Ray Farmer made this announcement today.…
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Spartanburg Chamber beings facitity renovation
July 30, 2019
Spartanburg Chamber, Visitors Bureau temporarily relocated as facilities are upgraded The Spartanburg Area Chamber of Commerce will undergo a facility renovation to better serve the needs of its affiliated organizations…
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MUSC ranked state’s No. 1 hospital fifth year in row
July 30, 2019
U.S. News & World Report releases annual national rankings MUSC Health was named by U.S. News & World Report for the fifth year in a row as the No. 1…
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City of Hartsville opens outdoor basketball court
July 30, 2019
The City of Hartsville Parks and Recreation Department has opened an outdoor basketball court on the campus of Byerly Park located at 701 West Washington Street. This court is open…
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Riverbanks plays critical role in turning the tide on corals in crisis
July 30, 2019Riverbanks Zoo and Garden is now home to 36 coral colonies that have been rescued from the Florida Reef Tract (FRT), the third largest reef tract in the world, where…
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Charlie and the Chocolate Factory tickets go on sale Friday at 10 a.m.
July 30, 2019
Roald Dahl’s Charlie and the Chocolate Factory will play eight performances in the Peace Concert Hall, Oct. 1-6, 2019, as part of the Peace Center’s 2019-2020 Broadway season. Tickets are $35-$95. Roald…
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Landmark effort by Richland County, Columbia to spur commercial development
July 30, 2019
Local governments join forces on shared vision: more construction across the region In a landmark joint effort, Richland County and the City of Columbia are collaborating to jumpstart commercial development…
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Landmark joint effort by City of Columbia and Richland County to open the door for commercial development
July 30, 2019Local governments join forces on shared vision: more cranes in the sky across the Columbia, S.C., region In a landmark joint effort, Richland County and the City of Columbia are…
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Stanley Martin Homes announces grand opening of Mount Pleasant’s newest homes in Fulton Park
July 30, 2019Stanley Martin Homes invites locals to the grand opening event of the newest model home in Mount Pleasant’s desirable neighborhood, Fulton Park! The grand opening event includes tours of the…
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Annual Operation Move-out Initiative to begin July 31
July 30, 2019
The city of Charleston’s annual “Operation Move-out” initiative will begin at 8 a.m. on Wednesday, July 31 and be conducted through 5 p.m. on Monday, August 5. During this time,…
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DHEC encourages parents to get their students vaccinated now in preparation for school
July 30, 2019
In a few weeks, South Carolina students will begin returning to school, and the S.C. Department of Health and Environmental Control is reminding parents to be sure that vaccines are…
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MTC Respiratory Therapy Program awarded for Distinguished Credentialing Success
July 30, 2019
The Midlands Technical College (MTC) Respiratory Therapy program has been awarded the highest level of distinction by the Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC), the accrediting agency for all…
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Michael Dowling named Chief Operating Officer of Southern First
July 30, 2019
Southern First Bancshares, Inc., holding company for Southern First Bank, announced the promotion of Michael D. Dowling (47) to Chief Operating Officer. He will continue to serve as Chief Financial…
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Michael Dowling named Chief Operating Officer of Southern First
July 30, 2019
Southern First Bancshares, Inc., holding company for Southern First Bank, announced the promotion of Michael D. Dowling (47) to Chief Operating Officer. He will continue to serve as Chief Financial…
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Michael Dowling named Chief Operating Officer of Southern First
July 30, 2019
Southern First Bancshares, Inc., holding company for Southern First Bank, announced the promotion of Michael D. Dowling (47) to Chief Operating Officer. He will continue to serve as Chief Financial…
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Run raises funds for dogs
July 30, 2019
By W. Thomas Smith Jr. More than 400 runners many with dogs joined Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott and members of the Richland County Sheriff’s Dept. (RCSD) for the 9th…
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Thirty and Thriving: East Cooper Community Outreach continues growth
July 30, 2019
Area nonprofit expands offerings for 30th anniversary East Cooper Community Outreach (ECCO) is bringing awareness to their organization and expanded services in celebration of their 30th anniversary. “As times change,…
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Splash Against Trash: community partners work together to clean up Lake Murray
July 29, 2019
Join PalmettoPride, Keep the Midlands Beautiful, US Coast Guard Auxiliary Lake Murray and community members as groups volunteer together on Saturday, September 21 to clean up Lake Murray. The “Jewel…
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Top Grossing Movies – July 29
July 29, 2019
Theatrical grosses from comScore Week of 07/26/2019 to 08/01/2019 Rank Title Weeks Weekend Gross Cumulative 1 The Lion King 2 $76,621,553 $351,873,087 2 Once Upon A Time In Hollywood 1…
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Colonial Life program sends educators back to class
July 29, 2019There are 24 educators participating in the 2019-20 Education Leaders Experience. Educators from across the Midlands are heading back to class this year as part of a program from Colonial…
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Learn How to Develop Good Routines for Upcoming School Year
July 29, 2019
With August quickly approaching, local families are gearing up now for the start of a new school year. Richland Library is helping parents of students alleviate some of the stress…
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Stevens & Wilkinson welcomes new architectural intern to South Carolina office
July 29, 2019
Stevens & Wilkinson, a full-service architecture, engineering, and interior design firm with offices in Atlanta and Columbia, S.C., announces the addition of Jasmine Murphy, architectural intern, to the firm’s South…
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South Carolinians named Parents of the Year
July 29, 2019
By Alex Junes-Ward WASHINGTON, D.C. – Maj. Gen. (Ret.) and Mrs. Thomas Stowe Mullikin (Virginia Ann) were named CIVIC LEADER PARENTS OF THE YEAR 2019 during National Parents Day ceremonies…
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Cardiopulmonary Rehab earns certification for excellence in care
July 29, 2019
Providence Health announced the certification of its cardiopulmonary rehabilitation program by the American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation (AACVPR). This certification is recognition of Providence Health’s commitment to improving…
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Sylvan Learning Center of Irmo announces August Summer Camps
July 29, 2019
Sylvan Learning Center has two camps this August aimed at helping your child prepare for the new school year. The camps are as follows: • Back to School Boot Camp:…
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Mariah Rowdy joins the YMCA of Greater Spartanburg
July 29, 2019
The YMCA of Greater Spartanburg recently welcomed Mariah Rowdy as the Association Marketing and Communication Specialist. Mariah graduated from Converse College with a degree in Business Administration with a concentration…
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Sylvan Learning Center of Greenville announces August Summer Camps
July 29, 2019
With back to school time just around the corner, parents looking for summer camps aimed at bolstering their children’s science and math skills have plenty of options at Sylvan Learning…
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Sylvan Learning Center of Spartanburg announces August Summer Camp
July 29, 2019
School is about to be back in session. Is your middle schooler ready for it? If not, Sylvan Learning Center of Spartanburg can help. The Back to School Boot Camp…
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Sylvan Learning Center of Anderson announces August Summer Camps
July 29, 2019
Parents looking for summer camps aimed at bolstering their children’s science and STEM skills as well as prep for back to school have plenty of options at Sylvan Learning Center…
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