Historic church site of Wreaths Across America ceremony Dec. 16
December 6, 2023
Nazareth Presbyterian Church will be the site of an official Wreaths Across America (WAA) ceremony at noon Saturday, Dec. 16, to honor the veterans buried in the cemetery, which includes…
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Golden Career Strategies CEO Stacey Bevill joins Board of Trustees for University Center of Greenville
December 6, 2023
Stacey Bevill, Owner and CEO of Greenville-based Golden Career Strategies, has joined the Board of Trustees for the University Center of Greenville (UCG) – home to nine regionally accredited South…
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MD Care Group, ARCpoint join forces to provide fast testing, treatment of viral ailments
December 6, 2023
Two Greenville-based companies are coming together to make it easier, faster and less expensive for patients to receive medical treatment for some potentially life-threatening ailments. MD Care Group, LLC, which…
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Countybank’s Paul Pickhardt to retire
December 6, 2023
Paul Pickhardt, Senior Vice President, SBA Lending Manager for Countybank, announced his retirement, effective December 31, 2023. Pickhardt has worked for Countybank for more than six years. He has been…
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Medical Director joins Recovery Centers of America Greenville facility
December 6, 2023
Recovery Centers of America, a leading provider of comprehensive addiction treatment services on the East Coast, in the Midwest and in the South, announced the appointment of Dr. Dean Drosnes…
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Erin Thompson elected to United Way of Greenville County’s Board of Directors
December 6, 2023
Erin Thompson, vice president of Messer Construction Co., has been elected to United Way of Greenville County’s Board of Directors. “As the local Messer team grows its presence in the…
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Brittany Hall joins Colliers in Greenville as a Marketing Coordinator
December 6, 2023
Colliers | South Carolina announced that Brittany Hall has joined its Greenville office as a Marketing Coordinator. In her role, Hall will spearhead marketing efforts for the Greenville office of…
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Converse University receives donation from Food Lion Feeds Charitable Foundation
December 6, 2023
Feeding the Hungry grant addresses food insecurity; supports nutrition education Converse University has received $1,500 from the Food Lion Feeds Charitable Foundation to help nourish neighbors experiencing hunger. The Feeding…
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McCormick County 250 Project
December 5, 2023
We will soon commemorate the 250th Anniversary of America!! What an exciting time! South Carolina played a tremendous role in the American Revolution. As part of a larger South Carolina…
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Carolina Handling named a South Carolina veteran friendly employer
December 5, 2023
Carolina Handling was named a veteran-friendly employer by the South Carolina Department of Veterans Affairs (SCDVA) during a presentation held on December 5, 2023, at the company’s Hilton Learning Center…
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Mandatory minimum requirement for employers to upload W-2s online has changed
December 5, 2023
Employers who file at least 10 W-2 or 1099 forms with South Carolina withholding are now required to submit those documents to the South Carolina Department of Revenue (SCDOR) using…
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Progress spotlighted at Greenville Housing Fund’s Annual Meeting
December 5, 2023
Even in a year plagued by record high interest rates, Greenville Housing Fund celebrated significant achievements in tackling Greenville’s affordable housing challenges at its 2023 Annual Meeting Tuesday. With several…
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Marketing Minute Video: Navigate the Media Landscape with Confidence
December 5, 2023
Marketing Minute by Heather Hoopes-Matthews, NP Strategy This week’s video underscores the importance of planning ahead in today’s digital era. With nearly half of our team comprising former journalists, NP…
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Greenville Chamber kicks off endowment campaign for “IMPACT Greenville”
December 5, 2023
New program for executive community leaders will be dedicated to continuous leadership development for Greenville’s common good The Greenville Chamber has launched a major endowment campaign to support IMPACT Greenville,…
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Spartanburg gives nonprofits raise over $70,000 for Giving Tuesday at the 4th Annual Brew Good event
December 5, 2023
Spartanburg Gives hosted the 4th Annual Brew Good for Giving Tuesday event at Fr8yard on November 28th with over 200 community members gathering to support 25+ participating nonprofits, with funky…
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Colliers Dealmakers: Recent purchases, sales, leases and investments in South Carolina
December 5, 2023
Charleston / Columbia / Greenville / Spartanburg, SC – Colliers | South Carolina announced the following recently completed commercial real estate transactions from our offices across the state: …
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A M King wins “Best-in-Class” Eagle Award and exclusive Carolinas Design-Build Award for ALDI Project
December 5, 2023
A M King, a leading Integrated Design-Build firm with an established presence in the Upstate, was recognized by ABC Carolinas this month for its exemplary delivery of ALDI’s Regional Headquarters…
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Time to Boost Savings and Lower Taxes
December 5, 2023
By State Treasurer Curtis Loftis There’s no escaping the hustle and bustle of December. Even if you love gift shopping, Christmas music, and holiday parties, the end of the…
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Jacqueline Dowling joins the Midtown office of C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS
December 5, 2023
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announced that Jacqueline Dowling has joined the company’s Midtown office as a sales associate. Jacqueline, a native of western North Carolina, moved to…
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Hotel Hartness and Sims Patrick Studio are recognized at Gold Key Awards for Excellence in Hospitality Design
December 5, 2023
Founder and CEO of Sims Patrick Studio Libby Patrick honored at the 2023 Gold Key Awards ceremony for Hotel Hartness’ guestroom design Hotel Hartness proudly announced that Libby Patrick, founder…
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Crawford Bolsters leadership team
December 5, 2023
Crawford, a full-service strategic marketing agency, grew several of its largest and most long-standing client relationships, while also expanding its roster of national and regional accounts, leading to several important…
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Countybank launches swipe to donate campaign
December 5, 2023
Countybank announced the launch of its fourth annual debit card swipe campaign that results in contributions to local organizations through the Countybank Foundation. “As the holidays quickly approach, we are…
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SC Afterschool Alliance and SC Department of Mental Health announce innovative partnership to expand youth access to mental health care across South Carolina
December 5, 2023
The South Carolina Afterschool Alliance (SCAA) and the South Carolina Department of Mental Health (SCDMH) are partnering on a new, innovative effort to improve access to mental health care for…
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Dollar General awards $20,000 in Adult Literacy Grants in Greenville County, $100,000 over past decade
December 5, 2023
Dollar General Awards $20,000 in Adult Literacy Grants in Greenville County, $100,000 Over Past Decade Funding helps provide more than 500 adults with basic literacy instruction and career-ready skills The…
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SCRA announces new Member Companies and grant funding
December 5, 2023
Construx, Dealerverse, Lumiq, Notey, and Zitles, were accepted as South Carolina Research Authority Member Companies. BagValet, ElectroWire, Rapid Title, and Skilldora, received new grant funding. All SCRA Member Companies receive…
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A M King wins “Best-in-Class” Eagle Award and exclusive Carolinas Design-Build Award for ALDI project
December 5, 2023
A M King, a leading Integrated Design-Build firm with an established presence in the Upstate, was recognized by ABC Carolinas this month for its exemplary delivery of ALDI’s Regional Headquarters…
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South Carolina ETV and Public Radio celebrate the legacy of Rudy Mancke
December 5, 2023
South Carolina ETV and Public Radio (SCETV) continues to celebrate the legacy of Rudy Mancke, the iconic NatureScene and NatureNotes host, naturalist, and teacher, with a special one-hour live special on Dec. 6 at 8…
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President & CEO of Mary Black Foundation, Molly Talbot-Metz, receives Order of the Palmetto Award
December 5, 2023
Molly Talbot-Metz, president and CEO of the Mary Black Foundation, has been honored with receiving the Order of the Palmetto Award. Talbot-Metz was honored with the award, recognized as the…
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Mia Walker receives 2023 Cote Top Ten, SARA NY, and AIA Greenville Student Design Awards for “Above The Marsh”
December 4, 2023McMillan Pazdan Smith’s Mia Walker is a 2023 Cote Top Ten award winner. The American Institute of Architects, Committee on the Environment (AIA COTE), in partnership with the Association…
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Habitat Greenville wins two statewide awards
December 4, 2023
Habitat for Humanity of Greenville took home two major honors at the annual SC Best in Business Awards this week. President and CEO Monroe Free won Gold in the Best…
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Governor’s Mansion Christmas Open House Scheduled for December 4
December 1, 2023
Governor McMaster and First Lady Welcome South Carolinians for Christmas Celebration Governor Henry McMaster and First Lady Peggy McMaster invite South Carolinians and their families to join them for a…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Paige DiTommaso, Beyond Measure Coaching
November 30, 2023
The Who’s on the Move, Entrepreneur Minute is an interview in support of the undeniable impact that entrepreneurs have on our communities. We will be highlighting 20 entrepreneurs in each of…
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Habitat Greenville Restores celebrating anniversaries this Saturday with savings
November 30, 2023
The two Restores in Greenville will be offering 25% off of all full-priced donated items this Saturday, December 2, as part of their anniversary celebrations. The Restores at 3033 Wade…
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Furman set to assist at-risk communities in building climate, natural disaster resilience
November 30, 2023
Shi Institute to partner with SC coastal communities to mitigate impacts of extreme climate events The Shi Institute for Sustainable Communities at Furman University has been named the South Carolina partner…
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South Carolina leaders graduate from economic development training program
November 30, 2023
The SC Economic Development Institute graduates 62 community leaders The South Carolina Economic Developers’ Association (SCEDA) and the South Carolina Department of Commerce (SCDOC) announced that 62 state and community leaders…
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Spartanburg Water System Commission issues drought proclamation for Landrum
November 30, 2023
Landrum customers are asked to take voluntary steps to preserve water resources The Commissioners of Public Works of the City of Spartanburg issued a proclamation at their recent meeting to…
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SCORE Piedmont announced Vivien Hudson as Spartanburg Branch Manager
November 30, 2023
SCORE Piedmont announced the appointment of Vivien Hudson as Branch Manager for the Spartanburg office. Originally from Australia, where she was a pharmacist and owned a chain of pharmacies, Vivien…
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Joycelynn Hammond joins the Woodruff at Five Forks office of C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS
November 29, 2023
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announced that Joycelynn Hammond has joined the company’s Woodruff at Five Forks office as a sales associate. A Greenville native, Joycelynn (Josie) Hammond…
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Jennifer Neal joins the Anderson office of C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS
November 29, 2023
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announced that Jennifer Neal has joined the company’s Anderson office as a sales associate. Neal, originally from Lubbock, Texas, has been a proud…
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Alex Whitten of Daniel Whitten Inspections achieves home inspection license
November 29, 2023
Alex Whitten, a home inspector with Daniel Whitten Inspections, has passed the South Carolina certification exam and achieved his home inspection license. Whitten joined the firm in 2022 as a…
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My Father’s Razor
November 29, 2023
By Tom Poland November 15 my father will have been gone twenty years. Twenty years. Seems like yesterday when he lay in a bed at MUSC in Charleston. Seems…
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Colliers Retail Report: Retail fundamentals remain strong across the state
November 29, 2023
Commercial Real Estate Research & Forecast Report Q3 2023 South Carolina Retail Market Highlights Key retail performance metrics in South Carolina were stable for the third quarter of 2023 and…
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S.C. Arts Commission debuts new brand, websites
November 28, 2023
The South Carolina Arts Commission is excited to announce a striking new brand, along with a new website, that better represents the agency’s work and the South Carolina creatives it…
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Meyer Center taps Monica Gibson for director of development role
November 28, 2023
Gibson brings 15 years of experience in fundraising and stewardship The Meyer Center for Special Children is pleased to welcome Monica Gibson as director of development. With extensive experience in…
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CBL State Savings Bank Charitable Foundation supports the African American Male Scholars Initiative at Greenville Technical College
November 28, 2023
CBL State Savings Bank Charitable Foundation recently awarded $2,500 to support the African American Male Scholars Initiative (AAMSI) at Greenville Technical College. This donation will go a long way in…
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Recovery Centers of America encourages practicing a SoberGiving this holiday instead of DrinksGiving
November 28, 2023
In recent years, as the tradition of “DrinksGiving” or “Blackout Wednesday” has gained popularity, so has the recognition of the challenges it poses, especially for individuals struggling with substance use…
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Bon Secours Wellness Arena celebrated 25 years of entertaining the Upstate
November 28, 2023
Bon Secours Wellness Arena celebrated the entertainment venue’s 25th anniversary with a special event at The Well that featured a performance by The Jamie Wright Band. Before hitting the dancefloor,…
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SC Secretary of State Mark Hammond announced Charity Fraud Awareness Week and releases Wise Giving & Professional Solicitor Report for 2022-2023
November 28, 2023
Secretary of State Mark Hammond joined other state, federal, and international charities regulators to announce Charity Fraud Awareness Week, which runs from November 27th through December 1st. As part of Charity…
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Logisticus Group expands by adding Noah Clark and Rimal Patel to Greenville team
November 28, 2023
Logisticus Group (LG), a transportation logistics, project management and technology company, adds Noah Clark as Operations Specialist and Rimal Patel as CAD Drafter. Clark will support LG’s Greenville office from…
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Greenville Technical Charter High School (GTCHS) announced leadership transition plan
November 28, 2023
The Board of Greenville Technical Charter High School (GTCHS) voted unanimously to accept Principal Mary Nell Anthony’s request to shift to the next stage of her career and not return…
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