Start the New Year with a New Career: Job Fair Coming to Clinton on February 18
February 10, 2026
Job seekers looking to make a fresh start in 2026 will have an opportunity to connect directly with employers and community resources during a career-focused event in Clinton next week.…
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Mauldin’s “Grand Colosseum” Rises: Bridgeway Stadium Set for May Debut
February 10, 2026
Drivers along I-385 have likely noticed the skyline shifting as the Upstate’s newest landmark takes its final form. The multi-use stadium at BridgeWay Station, recently named GE Vernova Park, is…
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Archways and asphalt: Simpsonville’s South Main Street prepares for “Festival” transformation
February 10, 2026
The blueprint for a more vibrant downtown is moving into the bidding phase this month as city leaders look to finalize plans for the much-anticipated Festival Street project. A mandatory…
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Revolutionary Roots: Mauldin Cultural Center to Host Historical Luncheon
February 10, 2026
The Mauldin Cultural Center is preparing to take a step back in time this month with its upcoming Revolutionary War History Luncheon. The event focuses on the pivotal role South…
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Lander Alumni Association Celebrates 2025 Alumni Award Recipients
February 10, 2026
In addition to welcoming all alumni back to the Lander University campus, the Lander Alumni Association celebrates each year the achievements of its Alumni Award recipients during Homecoming, with the…
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Free Community Movie Night Set for February 13 at Capitol Theatre
February 10, 2026
The City of Laurens invites the community to enjoy a free movie night this Friday, February 13, at the historic Capitol Theatre. The evening will feature a showing of King…
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S.C. Institute on Sexual Violence Prevention to Participate in Birdies for Charity
February 10, 2026
The South Carolina Institute on the Prevention of Sexual Violence on College Campuses (SCIP) has been selected as a participating charity in the 2026 BMW Charity Pro-Am Birdies for Charity.…
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Hydrite Chemical Co. Expands Laurens County Operations
February 10, 2026
$63 million investment will create 13 new jobs FAST FACTS Hydrite Chemical Co. (Hydrite) is expanding operations in Laurens County. The company’s $63 million investment will create 13 new jobs.…
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Dominion Energy & SCDepartment of Education Accepting Entries for Student Essay Contest
February 10, 2026
Junior and senior high school students in South Carolina are invited to participate in Dominion Energy and the South Carolina Department of Education’s (SCDE) fifth annual Strong Men & Women in S.C. History essay contest.…
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Across Miles and Generations, Lander Bearcats Celebrate Spirit and Connection
February 10, 2026
The Bearcat spirit was unmistakable as Lander University came alive with blue and gold to welcome alumni, students, families and friends back to campus for Homecoming. What made the weekend…
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Gather GVL celebrates six years of community, food and “Top 10 Food Hall” national recognition
February 10, 2026
Three-day anniversary lineup includes Gather’s Got Talent, Family Fun Day and an all-day party with live music Gather GVL, Greenville’s community gathering place and open-air food hall in the West…
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Jessica Miles ranked #10 in South Carolina on the Forbes “Top Women Wealth Advisors Best-in-State” 2026 list
February 10, 2026
Jessica Miles ranked #10 in South Carolina on the Forbes “Top Women Wealth Advisors Best-in-State” 2026 list. Published on February 4, 2026. Rankings based on data as of June 30,…
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Charleston County Council announces vacancies on boards and commissions
February 10, 2026
Charleston County Council announced vacancies on a range of its boards and commissions, detailed in full below. Residents interested in volunteering to serve on one of these boards or commissions…
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Dorchester County earned a CRS rating that provides flood insurance savings for homeowners
February 10, 2026
Dorchester County announced that the Department of Homeland Security, Federal Emergency Management Agency, has awarded the County with its first Community Rating System (CRS) rating, which was a Class 8…
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Wando High School Principal Chas Coker named 2026 Administrator of the Year by Southern Interscholastic Press Association
February 10, 2026
Wando High School announced that Principal Chas Coker is the Southern Interscholastic Press Association’s (SIPA) 2026 Dr. Kay Phillips Administrator of the Year. The award recognizes administrators who demonstrate outstanding…
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New Executive Director for Foundation starts March 2, 2026
February 10, 2026
On March 2, 2026, Pam Altman will join Lexington One’s Educational Foundation as the new Executive Director. Altman brings more than a decade of experience in nonprofit leadership, advancement and…
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Credit One Charleston Open commits to equal prize money; record $2.5 million awarded to players in historic milestone
February 10, 2026
Charleston will offer an unprecedented $2.5 million player compensation package for a WTA 500 tournament as part of its commitment to equal pay in tennis; $2.3 million in prize money…
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Love is in the Air at Charleston International Airport
February 10, 2026Charleston International Airport is celebrating Valentine’s Day by spreading a little extra love throughout the terminal with a series of special experiences designed to surprise and delight travelers. Now on…
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Tickets on sale now: Southern Shuckdown Oyster Roast benefiting the Big Red Barn Retreat
February 10, 2026
Proudly Presented by The Folline King Group at Merrill Lynch, a Bank of America Company The Big Red Barn Retreat announce the 4th Annual Southern Shuckdown Oyster Roast, presented by…
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Golfzon America and NGCOA form strategic partnership
February 10, 2026
Three-Year Agreement Boosts Advocacy Efforts, Annual Events and NGCOA Headquarters Charleston, South Carolina will play a key role in a new national golf industry partnership as the National Golf Course…
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Cayce Police Department announces new Assistant Police Chief
February 10, 2026
The City of Cayce announce the appointment of Jonathan E. von Moltke as the new Assistant Chief of the Cayce Police Department, bringing more than a decade of diverse law enforcement, training, and leadership…
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Greater Chapin Community Foundation awards $22,975 to 26 local nonprofits
February 10, 2026
Greater Chapin Community Foundation, an affiliate of Central Carolina Community Foundation, awarded $22,975 to 26 nonprofit organizations serving the Greater Chapin area this year. These grants support and uplift a range of community…
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Greenville Pro Soccer names Vanessa Gongora Senior Director of Marketing and Communications
February 10, 2026
Veteran marketing and media executive to support club’s continued growth ahead of 2026 stadium opening Greenville Pro Soccer announced that Vanessa Gongora has been named Senior Director of Marketing and…
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Leadership Columbia Class of 2026 selects Cola Town Bike Collective for community impact project
February 10, 2026
The Leadership Columbia Class of 2026 (LC26), a flagship leadership development program of the Columbia Chamber of Commerce, has selected Cola Town Bike Collective (CTBC) as the nonprofit partner for…
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Hydrite Chemical Co. expands Laurens County operations
February 10, 2026
Hydrite Chemical Co. (Hydrite), a chemical solutions manufacturer and distributor, announced it is expanding its operations in Laurens County. The company’s $63 million investment will create 13 new jobs. Founded…
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Theatre adaptation of Orlando brings Virginia Woolf’s trailblazing tale of gender and identity to life at USC’s Benson Theatre
February 10, 2026
The USC Department of Theatre and Dance will present Orlando, Sarah Ruhl’s theatrical adaptation of Virginia Woolf’s groundbreaking story of self-discovery, February 26 – March 1 at Benson Theatre. Performance times…
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Eleven Clemson students represent University during ACC Advocacy Days
February 10, 2026
Undergraduate student government leaders head to Washington, D.C. Eleven undergraduate students from Clemson University are making their way to Washington, D.C. the week of Feb. 9 to take part in…
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McCarty receives outstanding contribution award
February 10, 2026
Lambert “Bert” McCarty, a Clemson University professor emeritus of plant and environmental sciences, receives the GCSAA Outstanding Contribution Award during the opening session of the Conference and Trade Show on…
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Nassar elected to national leadership position in the Council of Educators in Landscape Architecture
February 10, 2026
College of Architecture, Art and Construction Professor Hala Nassar, the director of Clemson University’s landscape architecture programs, is now Chair Elect of the Council of Educators in Landscape Architecture’s (CELA) Academy of…
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Denmark Technical College holds investiture for 10th president Eric Brown, Ph.D.
February 10, 2026
Denmark Technical College held the investiture of its 10th president, Eric Brown, Ph.D., on Friday, Jan. 30, in the William L. McDuffie Student Life Center. The ceremony brought together state…
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Hilton Head Island-Bluffton Chamber of Commerce announces 2026 community award winners at annual gala
February 10, 2026
The Hilton Head Island–Bluffton Chamber of Commerce honored three individuals and two organizations at its 2026 Chamber Ball Awards, held February 7 at the Westin Hilton Head Resort & Spa. These…
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2026 Credit One Charleston Open to deliver next-level fan experience with new events and on-site activations
February 10, 2026
The 2026 tournament will feature exciting new spaces, enhanced food and beverage experiences, special events, theme nights, interactive fan activations, paddle sports programming and more The Credit One Charleston Open, the…
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Congaree Vista sees more than $475 million in investment, strengthening downtown Columbia’s economic base
February 10, 2026More than $475 million in completed and planned private and public investment over the past several years has reshaped the Congaree Vista into one of downtown Columbia’s most active economic…
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ReWa’s internship program receives national award
February 10, 2026
The National Association of Clean Water Agencies (NACWA) awarded Renewable Water Resources (ReWa) a 2026 National Environmental Achievement Award (NEAA) for its Experience ReWa internship program. The utility received the…
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Summerville’s fifth annual car show drives community support for Alzheimer’s caregivers
February 10, 2026
The ARK of South Carolina will host its fifth annual Car Show fundraiser presented by Palmetto Primary and Specialty Care Physicians on Saturday, March 21, 2026, at Nexton (201 Sigma…
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NHE takes over management of two Spartanburg apartment communities
February 10, 2026
NHE, Inc, — one of the premier property management companies in the Southeast, is now in charge of two more communities in Spartanburg. NHE has recently signed separate agreements to…
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Education leadership program empowers 18 South Carolina leaders
February 10, 2026The Hunt Institute congratulates the inaugural cohort of its South Carolina Hunt State Policy Fellows program. Eighteen local officials from across South Carolina have completed the inaugural South Carolina Hunt…
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Fountain Inn Museum Invites Community to Participate in ‘Fountain Inn Cooks’ Photo Gallery Exhibit
February 9, 2026
Every great recipe has a story—and a cook behind it. This spring, the Fountain Inn Museum is inviting the community to help preserve those stories through Fountain Inn Cooks, a…
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New Friends Centre opens at Georgetown Library
February 9, 2026
The Georgetown County Library is pleased to welcome a new chapter of community engagement with the opening of the Friends of the Georgetown Library Centre, now located in the former…
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HGTC secures $2 Million federal investment to expand imaging sciences, address workforce shortage
February 9, 2026
Horry-Georgetown Technical College (HGTC) announced today that $2 million in federal funding has been secured to support the expansion of the College’s high-demand imaging sciences programs, providing advanced medical imaging…
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A new gathering place: Sage & Salvage Company is coming to Georgetown
February 9, 2026
Georgetown is about to get a little more soulful. Sage & Salvage Company, the lifestyle brand beloved for its blend of refined design and elevated hospitality, has officially announced its…
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Georgetown YMCA to host “POP Into the Y” Free Community Access Day this Saturday
February 9, 2026
The Tidelands Georgetown Family YMCA is inviting the public to a free “POP Into the Y” community access day this Saturday, February 14. The event is designed to showcase the…
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AM-PM Farms protects 418 acres of prime farmland through conservation easement
February 9, 2026
FOUNTAIN INN, SC – Platt and Ashley Moore have ensured their family farm remains productive agricultural land for generations to come by establishing a conservation easement that protects 418 acres…
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Community Turns Out in Big Way for The Lumberyard’s Successful Reopening
February 9, 2026
(see photo gallery below) After a brief closure and ownership transition, The Lumberyard has officially reopened—welcomed back by a strong show of support from the community that has helped turn…
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Laurens County Chamber of Commerce Celebrates Leadership, Service, and Community at 2026 Annual Dinner & Awards
February 9, 2026
Check out who was there and all the winners in the photo gallery below. The Laurens County Chamber of Commerce brought together business leaders, educators, elected officials, public servants, and…
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Come say farewell to Riverbanks’ brothers
February 9, 2026
Two of Riverbanks Zoo and Garden’s young gorillas, Moyo and ZaKota, are preparing for a big move. Born at Riverbanks in 2018, the pair will relocate to Dallas Zoo in…
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New book by Courtney Tollison celebrates Furman’s 200 years of impact
February 9, 2026
In celebration of Furman University’s 200th anniversary, Courtney Tollison has written “Furman University: A Bicentennial History, 1826-2026” (Duke University Press). The hardbound, full-color coffee table book spans Furman’s history from…
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Mashburn Construction marks 50 years with corporate headquarters relocation
February 9, 2026
Mashburn Construction, one of South Carolina’s most trusted construction companies, is celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2026, marking five decades of growth, expertise, and commitment to the communities it serves.…
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1×1 Design announces Asheley St. John and Maddi Riester to serve on American Institute of Architects (AIA) boards
February 9, 20261×1 Design announced two team members who will be serving on local American Institute of Architects boards. Asheley St. John has been elected to continue her service on the AIA…
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Data-driven transformation: Converse students partner with Strategic Spartanburg
February 9, 2026
Converse University is introducing a new Quantitative Consulting class in partnership with Strategic Spartanburg for the 2026 spring semester. This nonprofit research organization leverages data and evidence to improve the…
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