22 Turner Padget attorneys named among Charleston, Columbia and Greenville’s Legal Elite
August 2, 2023
Turner Padget is pleased to announce that 22 of its attorneys have been included among Charleston Business Magazine, Columbia Business Monthly and Greenville Business Magazine’s 2023 list of Legal Elite.…
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Upcountry Fiber launches new multi-gig broadband internet service offering to address increased household bandwidth needs
August 2, 2023
Upcountry Fiber, the internet service provider created by utility cooperatives Blue Ridge Electric Co-op (BREC) and WCFIBER, a subsidiary of West Carolina Rural Telephone Cooperative (WCTEL), has launched a new…
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ScanSource, Inc. receives 2023 Workplace Excellence Award for Tech Culture from TMCnet
August 2, 2023
Award recognizes companies with unique culture and strong commitment to employee satisfaction ScanSource, Inc. (NASDAQ: SCSC), a leading hybrid distributor connecting devices to the cloud, announced that TMCnet, a leading…
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Greenville Jewish Federation hires inaugural CEO
August 2, 2023
The nonprofit dedicated to strengthening the Upstate’s vibrant Jewish community has hired community leader Courtney Tessler to be its CEO – a first for the 76-year-old organization. The Greenville Jewish…
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Glasgow to co-chair national philanthropic organization
August 2, 2023
Greenville resident Maggie Glasgow has been appointed one of two co-chairs of Philanos, the nation’s largest women’s collective giving network. Glasgow, who is also a longtime member of Greenville Women…
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South Carolina’s 2023 Tax Free Weekend launches on Friday
August 2, 2023
South Carolina’s annual Tax Free Weekend starts this Friday at 12:00 a.m. and ends Sunday at 11:59 p.m. What you need to know: South Carolina’s annual Tax Free Weekend starts…
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Veteran healthcare leaders aim to bridge medical care gaps with new company
August 1, 2023For the past three years, a group of skilled former medical care leaders have heard almost weekly stories from friends, neighbors and former co-workers about their dissatisfaction with the state…
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Disability Rights South Carolina launches “Voting is My Right” campaign
August 1, 2023
The statewide campaign promotes voter registration, education and participation among young people with disabilities in South Carolina. Disability Rights South Carolina, a nonprofit organization that protects and advances the legal,…
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SCRA announces new member companies and grant funding
August 1, 2023
DRAHOLA Technologies, Heirloom Cloud, Lynk-ed, and Rapid Title were accepted as South Carolina Research Authority Member Companies. Apex Orthopaedic Technologies and Real Motors received new grant funding. All SCRA Member…
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USC to admit top 10% of S.C. high school class
August 1, 2023
All South Carolina students who are ranked in the top 10 percent of their high school graduating class will be guaranteed admission to the University of South Carolina’s Columbia campus…
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Sung Yi Soug joins the Midtown office of C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS
July 31, 2023
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announced that Sung Yi Soug has joined the company’s Midtown office as a sales associate. Sung Yi was born in South Korea and…
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Greenville Center for Creative Arts welcomes Javy Pagan as new Program Director
July 31, 2023
The Greenville Center for Creative Arts (GCCA) is delighted to announce the appointment of Javy Pagan as the new Program Director. With an impressive background in program creation, implementation, community…
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Heather Beasley joins the Anderson office of C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS®
July 31, 2023
Heather is a Nashville, Tennessee native and former elementary school teacher with a passion for real estate. After moving to the Anderson area eight years ago she found her calling…
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2023 “GroundBreakers” recognized for positively impacting the Carolinas construction industry
July 31, 2023
GroundBreak Carolinas has announced the results of its 2023 GroundBreaker Awards, an annual awards program that recognizes individuals who have gone above and beyond to make a difference for the…
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GMK adds four experienced professionals across multiple divisions
July 31, 2023
GMK Associates, Inc., has continued to grow across multiple divisions with the addition of several new professionals to its already robust and client-focused staff. Since late 2022 and into 2023,…
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CAMS Cares Week: Spreading Love and Compassion Across Local Communities
July 31, 2023
CAMS (Community Association Management Services), the premier community management company throughout the Carolinas, announced the resounding success of CAMS Cares Week – a company-sponsored volunteer initiative that took place throughout…
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Mission 46 aspires to transform South Carolina through scholarships
July 31, 2023Groundbreaking program intends to expand college access in all 46 South Carolina counties An ambitious initiative aims to eliminate the financial barrier to college for bright, under-resourced South Carolina students,…
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Christopher J. Collins joins OTO Development as Vice President, Food & Beverage
July 31, 2023
Christopher J. Collins has joined OTO Development as Vice President, Food & Beverage, bringing a medley of operations experience in restaurants, sports and entertainment venues, private clubs, and hotels. As…
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Nelson Mullins represents West Potomac Capital in launching a social impact private investment fund
July 31, 2023
Nelson Mullins represented West Potomac Capital (WPC), which announced on July 27 its plans to launch a social impact private investment fund called WPC Financials Impact Fund I LP (Fund)…
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SC Association of Health Underwriters announces 2023-2024 new board members
July 31, 2023
The South Carolina Association of Health Underwriters (SCAHU) proudly announces its new officers and board of directors for the 2023-2024 year. The 2023-2024 SCAHU Officers include President Bradley George, Principal…
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NFIB: Back-to-School tax holiday a chance to support small businesses
July 31, 2023
NFIB State Director Ben Homeyer says South Carolina’s upcoming back-to-school sales tax holiday is a great opportunity for people to help local businesses during difficult economic times. This year’s back-to-school tax holiday on computers, printers, school supplies, clothing and…
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S.C. Lt. Governor Pamela Evette at Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island nearing conclusion of SC7
July 28, 2023
July 28, 2023 EDITORIAL NOTE: In this series of short videos which have run exclusively on MIDLANDSBIZ, LOWCOUNTRYBIZ, AND UPSTATEBIZ throughout the month of July, South Carolina leaders have briefly…
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The Insurance Source hires Rodney Evans as Administrative Assistant
July 28, 2023
Rodney Evans has joined The Insurance Source as an Administrative Assistant. Evans recently graduated from North Greenville University where he got his degree in Business Management. This year he will…
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Prisma Health Roger C. Peace Rehabilitation Hospital will launch initiative at Unity Park to expand community access to adaptive sports and wellness
July 28, 2023
Prisma Health’s Roger C. Peace Rehabilitation (RCP) Hospital is working with community partners to create an initiative in downtown Greenville at Unity Park that will be focused on expanding community access…
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Furman chemists receive $1 million grant to create technology to better analyze air particles
July 27, 2023
Two scientists at Furman University have been awarded a three-year, $1-million grant from the Arnold and Mabel Beckman Foundation to create a prototype of a portable, lightweight mass spectrometer for…
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My SC Wildlife Dream Machine
July 27, 2023
By Tom Poland I grew up in a large hardwood forest in Georgia, and I rambled in woods every chance I got. I saw deer, wild turkey, ducks, and…
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Nelson Mullins Lawyers named to TALK Greenville Magazine’s 2023 Top Lawyers List
July 27, 2023
In the July edition of TALK Greenville Magazine, lawyers from the firm’s Greenville, South Carolina office were recognized for their achievements in several practice areas in the inaugural Top Lawyers…
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South Carolina State Fair General Manager receives prestigious agriculture award
July 27, 2023The South Carolina State Fair announced that its general manager, Nancy Smith, has been awarded the John W. Parris Agricultural Leadership Award by the South Carolina Association of Agricultural Educators…
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College of Education to use grant award to offer free tuition for career changers pursuing teaching degrees
July 27, 2023
The College of Education will use a grant award from the South Carolina Department of Education to cover all tuition and associated costs for 36 career changers pursuing a master’s…
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Duke Energy offers programs to help South Carolina customers with high summer energy bills
July 27, 2023
Duke Energy is reminding customers to check out the latest assistance programs that can help keep bills in check as the heat of summer settles in across the Palmetto State.…
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Robert Ariail’s “Lowcountry” panel wins national award for best cartoon
July 27, 2023
Cartoonist Robert Ariail has been honored with a national award for best cartoon by the Association of Alternative News Media (AAN). Ariail’s “Lowcountry” panel stood out among the competition, impressing…
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Secretary of State Mark Hammond to offer free notary public seminars across South Carolina
July 27, 2023
This fall, Secretary of State Mark Hammond will be offering seven free regional notary public seminars for South Carolina notaries and those interested in becoming a notary. These seminars will…
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ScanSource announces partnership with Logitech
July 27, 2023
New partnership expands video collaboration and modern workplace solutions ScanSource, Inc. (NASDAQ: SCSC), a leading hybrid distributor connecting devices to the cloud, announced a partnership with Logitech, a leading designer…
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Addison Homes receives Home Builders Association of Greenville’s Green Building Bridge Award
July 27, 2023
Addison Homes, a local home builder which specializes in building healthy, high-performance homes that emphasize increased comfort and durability, better indoor air quality, ultra energy efficiency, and the use of…
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Five ways to spend unused 529 plan funds
July 26, 2023
Opening a 529 plan is a fantastic way to save for education for a child. Imagine that you have been saving for your child’s college education since she was a…
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Madeline Huffman and Cody Mann join FinTrust Capital Advisors
July 26, 2023
FinTrust Capital Advisors is pleased to announce that Madeline Huffman and Cody Mann have joined the FinTrust team in Greenville, SC. Madeline, as Operations Administrator, will provide back-office support and…
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Crawford awarded Bronze Medal for sustainability
July 26, 2023
Crawford, a full-service marketing agency in Greenville, S.C. is proud to announce it has been awarded the 2023 Bronze certification by EcoVadis, the world’s most trusted provider of business sustainability…
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Cyberwoven, a South Carolina-based digital agency publishes new insights piece: Hi Ed Marketing: Navigating a Changing Landscape
July 26, 2023
Cyberwoven, a leading brand, web, and marketing agency located in the heart of South Carolina, sat down with the firm’s Director of Strategy, Dan Hoover, to discuss the evolving higher…
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Trey Martin named to AdvisorHub’s 200 Fast Growing Advisors to Watch
July 26, 2023
Wilkes “Trey” Martin, AIF®, WMS, Managing Director & Senior Vice President of Sage Capital Wealth Management of Raymond James, has been recognized as one of AdvisorHub’s 200 Fast Growing Advisors…
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David Schissler joins the Spartanburg office of C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS®
July 26, 2023
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announced that David Schissler has joined the company’s Spartanburg office as a sales associate. Originally from Chicago, David was drawn to the warmth…
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Southern First reports results for second quarter 2023
July 26, 2023
Southern First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: SFST), holding company for Southern First Bank, today announced its financial results for the three-month period ended June 30, 2023. “I am proud of our…
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Bridging The Gap launches this week to explore workforce
July 25, 2023
The YoPro Know will be releasing Bridging The Gap, its latest effort to help further discussion on the recruitment and retention of young professionals, on its social media channels this…
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USC School of Medicine Greenville culinary medicine instructor shares aspartame alternatives
July 25, 2023
A recent World Health Organization study that outlines the need for further investigation on aspartame’s potential health effects has many seeking natural alternatives to chemical sweeteners. Dr. Krista Blackwell, a…
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GSSM receives $10,000 grant from Trane Technologies to provide scholarships for summer programs
July 25, 2023
The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science and Mathematics (GSSM) Foundation announced it has received a $10,000 grant from Trane Technologies. This gift will support scholarships for students across the…
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Crawford adds three team members, promotes two more and recognizes milestone anniversary
July 24, 2023
Crawford, a full-service strategic marketing agency based in Greenville, recently welcomed three new team members, promoted two invaluable performers and honored a milestone anniversary. Andrea Stegall, chief operating officer celebrates…
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Kara Tiffany joins the Woodruff at Five Forks office of C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS®
July 24, 2023
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announced that Kara Tiffany has joined the company’s Woodruff at Five Forks office as a sales associate. Kara has dedicated thirty years of…
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Chase Green joins the Midtown Office of C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS®
July 24, 2023
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announced that Chase Green has joined the company’s Midtown office as a sales associate. Chase, a proud South Carolinian and founder of the…
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South Carolina ETV completes interactive collection exploring the Reconstruction era in American history
July 24, 2023
South Carolina ETV and Public Radio (SCETV) is pleased to announce the completion of its interactive and immersive educational website Reconstruction 360. Work on Reconstruction 360 began in 2019 to complement the PBS…
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South Carolina ETV and Public Radio nominated for five South Carolina Broadcaster’s Association STAR Awards
July 24, 2023
South Carolina ETV and Public Radio (SCETV) is proud to announce its nomination for five prestigious South Carolina Broadcaster’s Association (SCBA) State Television and Radio (STAR) Awards. Winners of the…
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Clemson University shatters fundraising record with unprecedented philanthropic support
July 24, 2023
On June 30, Clemson University concluded another extraordinary fiscal year marked by record-breaking levels of philanthropic generosity in academics and athletics. With an overwhelming outpouring of support from donors, the…
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