Entrepreneur Minute – Lindsey Calcutt, Incora Health
May 16, 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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Demi Agresta joins Colliers’ Spartanburg office as Marketing Manager
May 16, 2023
Colliers | South Carolina announces the appointment of Demi Agresta as Marketing Manager for the Spartanburg office. As Marketing Manager, Agresta will be responsible for the development and execution of…
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Congressman Clyburn announces $3 million to preserve and restore Historically Black Colleges and Universities in South Carolina
May 16, 2023
U.S. Congressman James E. Clyburn (SC-06) announced $3 million from the National Park Service (NPS) to help preserve and restore Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) in South Carolina. The…
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Clemson University breaks ground on $130-million Advanced Materials Innovation Complex
May 16, 2023
Clemson University broke ground on May 16 for a $130-million building that is expected to herald a new era of innovation and workforce development in advanced materials for South Carolina…
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Two healthcare executives join PTC Foundation Board
May 16, 2023
During its April meeting, the Board of Directors of the Piedmont Technical College (PTC) Foundation installed two new members. Both are esteemed local healthcare executives. Kristin M. Manske, PT, DPT,…
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SC Council on Competitiveness to award 2023 SC STEM Educator of the Year and name new Boston Dynamics AI-enabled robot
May 16, 2023
May 19th Ceremony at Richland District Two R2i2 Student Innovation Center SC Tech, an initiative of the SC Council on Competitiveness (“SC Competes”), in partnership with S²TEM Centers SC, The…
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Copper Advisors acquires the accounting firm of Edwards & Hedrick CPAs
May 16, 2023
Copper Advisors, a full-service accounting firm in Greenville, has acquired the full-service tax and accounting firm of Edwards & Hedrick CPAs in Greer. The acquisition expands the services footprint of…
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South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance announces 2023 Woman of the Year
May 16, 2023
April Allen, Director of Government Relations for Continental, was named the 2023 South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance (SCMA) Woman of the Year at the annual Palmetto Women’s Manufacturing Forum hosted at…
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Nine Upstate organizations receive Barbara Stone Foundation’s Community Innovation Grants to support programming for people with disabilities
May 16, 2023
The Barbara Stone Foundation, a non-profit organization focused on supporting visionary and creative programs and initiatives for individuals with disabilities, recently awarded nine Community Innovation Grants to Upstate non-profits. The…
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Countybank Foundation presents donation to Greenwood Abbeville Little League
May 16, 2023
Countybank and Greenwood Capital recently made a donation to the Greenville Abbeville Little League on behalf of the Countybank Foundation, which was established in 1971 and represents Countybank and Greenwood…
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Clare Carpenter joins the Midtown office of C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS®
May 16, 2023
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announced that Clare Carpenter has joined the company’s Midtown office as a sales associate. Clare considers herself fortunate to call the Upstate of…
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Record-breaking 2,600+ food lovers attend Columbia Food and Wine Festival in sixth year
May 15, 2023
The 2023 festival marks the largest year ever in attendance and support of the region’s culinary community The 2023 Columbia Food and Wine Festival brought 2,699 food lovers together for…
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Greenville Technical College and University of South Carolina sign agreement creating transfer pathways
May 15, 2023
Greenville Technical College (GTC) and University of South Carolina Columbia (USC) have signed an agreement promoting access and facilitating the transfer of GTC students into the university’s programs. The goal…
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Two South Carolina students named 2023 U.S. Presidential Scholars
May 15, 2023
U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona today announced the 59th class of U.S. Presidential Scholars, recognizing 161 high school seniors for their accomplishments in academics, the arts, and career and technical…
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Pamela Altstatt receives TCTC Adjunct Faculty Award
May 15, 2023
Pamela Altstatt’s passion for providing learning experiences that support students’ physical, mental and emotional health and well-being was recognized Thursday, May 4, when she received Tri-County Technical College’s (TCTC) 2023…
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Four South Carolina SBDC clients win state SBA Awards
May 15, 2023
Joseph Wilson, Tremaine Moore, Marvin Ross and Michael Williams recognized for excellence in advancing the needs of the small business community The South Carolina Small Business Development Centers (SC SBDC),…
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‘Very Eric Carle’ exhibition making southeastern debut at Upcountry History Museum
May 15, 2023
It will be a very special day for children and adults alike when the unique, one-of-a-kind Very Eric Carle: A Very Hungry, Quiet, Lonely, Clumsy, Busy Exhibit opens Saturday, May…
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Wilson Associates adds new agent with broad residential, investment property, lake area expertise
May 15, 2023
Wilson Associates, one of Greenville’s largest independent real estate firms, has added Amanda Harbin to its growing team of top-notch community-minded agents. Harbin brings a unique background as both a…
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Emily Pitts becomes Director of Community Based Programs at The Woodlands at Furman
May 15, 2023
Emily Pitts has joined The Woodlands at Furmans’ directorial team as the new Director of Community Based Programs. A South Carolina native, Pitts earned her Bachelors of Science in Kinesiology…
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Upcountry Fiber Foundation gives $24,320 to its inaugural class of non-profit grant recipients
May 15, 2023
Upcountry Fiber Foundation, the philanthropic arm and permanent endowment of internet service provider Upcountry Fiber, gave $24,320 to three Upstate non-profit organizations. This is the first time the foundation, which…
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Greenville wealth management advisor awarded $15,000 grant from Northwestern Mutual to benefit The Family Effect
May 12, 2023
Celebrating the philanthropic work of its financial advisors, Northwestern Mutual is recognizing the individuals who have shown outstanding volunteerism and leadership through its 2023 Community Service Awards. Now in its…
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Southern Gala’s White Hot Party: NEON CLASSIC on May 25th, 2023
May 12, 2023
To Raise Funds and Awareness for the National Alliance on Mental Illness Greenville after a three-year hiatus B & R Events, LLC presents the nationally recognized Southern Gala’s White Hot…
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South Atlantic Canners, Inc. expanding Lee County operations
May 11, 2023
$28.7 Million Investment Will Create 15 New Jobs Over the Next Five Years South Atlantic Canners, Inc. (South Atlantic Canners), a Coca-Cola production cooperative that includes several Coca-Cola distributors, today announced…
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International African American Museum receives Riley Institute’s OneSouthCarlolina Partners in Progress Award
May 11, 2023Charleston’s International African American Museum (IAAM) received the second annual OneSouthCarolina Partners in Progress Award from Furman University’s Riley Institute. The award was presented to IAAM President and CEO Dr. Tonya Matthews by…
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SCRA selected to participate in new NSF initiative to grow clean energy in South Carolina
May 11, 2023
The South Carolina Research Authority is a core member of a team selected as an inaugural recipient of up to $1 million from the U.S. National Science Foundation’s Regional Innovation Engines, or NSF Engines, program.…
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The One 5 at Hartness announces May 20 opening
May 11, 2023
The One 5 at Hartness announced that it will open Saturday, May 20 in the Hartness community’s Village Center on Greenville’s Eastside. The new neighborhood restaurant will feature a full…
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Dollar General Literacy Foundation awards approximately $160,000 to South Carolina
May 11, 2023
Grants Part of More Than $13 Million Awarded to Support Literacy and Education Programs During 30th Anniversary The Dollar General Literacy Foundation announced the award of approximately $160,000 in literacy grants…
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ScanSource appoints Chief Accounting Officer
May 11, 2023
ScanSource, Inc. (NASDAQ: SCSC), a leading hybrid distributor connecting devices to the cloud, announced the appointment of Brandy Ford to Senior Vice President and Chief Accounting Officer. Ford has been…
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United Home Loan Services, Inc. continues growth with market expansion, new loan originator
May 10, 2023
Local mortgage lender expands to Alabama and Tennessee, adds new loan expert United Home Loan Services, Inc. (NMLS #70641), headquartered in downtown Greenville, SC, announced a new addition to its…
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SCCADVASA joins the South Carolina Indian Affairs Commission to host a Summit on Missing & Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and Two Spirits
May 10, 2023
#NoMoreStolenSisters #MMIWActionNow #MMIWG2S Columbia, S.C. – The S.C. Indian Affairs Commission will be hosting a Summit on Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women. The MMISWG2 Summit is part of a movement that…
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More than 11,300 student loan borrowers in South Carolina approved for Public Service Loan Forgiveness
May 10, 2023
PSLF highlighted as Public Service Recognition Week begins Today, to mark Public Service Recognition Week, the U.S. Department of Education (Department) announced it has approved nearly 616,000 borrowers nationwide for…
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The Greenville Scottish Games announces 2023 schedule
May 10, 2023
Scots brought a lot more to America than just bagpipes. And on the last weekend of May, people from across the Southeast will come to Greenville to learn that what…
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WREN celebrates passage of Paid Leave for Educators in South Carolina
May 10, 2023
Today, the Paid Leave for Educators (H 3908) passed the House unanimously. This bill is off to the Governor’s desk for signature. Soon, more than 55,000 educators in South Carolina…
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Statement from Palmetto State Teachers Association on passage of parental leave benefits bill
May 10, 2023
Palmetto State Teachers Association applauds today’s unanimous vote in the South Carolina House to concur with Senate amendments to H. 3908, a bill that will make educators in South Carolina…
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Shayla Merritt named Marketing Director of Cyberwoven, a South Carolina-based digital agency
May 10, 2023
Cyberwoven, an award-winning South Carolina-based brand, marketing, and website design and development firm, is proud to announce Shayla Merritt as the firm’s new Marketing Director. Merritt to become Cyberwoven’s first…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Chris Manley, Engenius
May 10, 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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Mia Tensley awarded TCTC Presidential Medallion for Instructional Excellence
May 9, 2023
Mia Tensley’s dedication to Tri-County Technical College (TCTC), her students, and her craft earned her the highest award presented to faculty. Tensley, Reading and College Skills instructor in the Academic…
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Presbyterian College School of Pharmacy graduates 41 at 10th annual hooding ceremony
May 9, 2023
The Presbyterian College School of Pharmacy held its 10th hooding ceremony Friday, sending 41 new doctors of pharmacy into the first stage of their professional careers. One word seemed to…
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Greenville Theatre is proud to present “Shrek the Musical” as the final show of season 97
May 9, 2023
Everyone’s favorite green ogre is back in this hilarious musical, based on the hit blockbuster animated film! Our unlikely hero finds himself on a quest to save his swamp from…
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Travel and Tourism Week proclamation celebrates industry’s economic impact
May 9, 2023
At a recognition event celebrating the Palmetto State’s $29 billion tourism industry, Gov. Henry McMaster proclaimed May 7-13, 2023 is Travel and Tourism Week in South Carolina. His announcement aligns with…
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Joan Herlong & Associates Sotheby’s International Realty honors top Associates
May 9, 2023
Joan Herlong & Associates Sotheby’s International Realty has honored its top Associates for April. In the Greenville office, the top Associates for listings sold were Patrick Furman, Matt Nocks, and…
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Nine ScanSource leaders recognized as CRN’s 2023 Women of the Channel
May 9, 2023
ScanSource, Inc. (NASDAQ: SCSC), a leading hybrid distributor connecting devices to the cloud, today announced that CRN®, a brand of The Channel Company, has named nine ScanSource leaders to its…
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NAI Earle Furman announces the following transactions for April 2023
May 8, 2023
Sold: Liberty, South Carolina: Scott Jones, SIOR, and John Stathakis, II, CCIM of NAI Earle Furman represented the seller in the sale of a 12 unit multi-family asset located at…
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Converse providing educators with critical skills to benefit students with autism
May 8, 2023
Aiming to better equip highly skilled educators for success and to support districts in their ability to retain top teaching talent, Converse University has launched South Carolina’s first Master of…
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Retired Greenville teacher’s book being made into a movie
May 8, 2023
Stories of a “lake monster” told to hundreds and hundreds of Greenville County students over the decades by a beloved teacher of theirs is now a book and is being…
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Milliken & Company to host supplier diversity event
May 7, 2023
WHAT: Milliken & Company’s first annual supplier diversity matchmaking event, Milliken Momentum, will bring together diverse suppliers and companies to build relationships and promote economic opportunities. This free event is…
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BASF in Converse donates $3,000 to Spartanburg County Sheriff’s Office for life-saving kits, financial assistance for deputies in need
May 5, 2023
BASF in Converse recently donated $2,000 to the Spartanburg County Sheriff’s Office, which will pay for 124 Tactical Emergency Casualty Care (TECC) kits—one for every patrol officer and open patrol…
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Scott Wilson joins the Midtown office of C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS®
May 5, 2023
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announced that Scott Wilson has joined the company’s Midtown office as a sales associate. Scott, a lifelong native of the Upstate, is excited…
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Greenville Technical College celebrates graduates at commencement
May 5, 2023
Commencement for Greenville Technical College graduates was held at the Greenville Convention Center on Friday, May 5. Included were 364 registered participants (additional students graduated but did not participate), 11…
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Carolina Handling skybox welcomes military, first responders during BMW Charity Pro-Am
May 5, 2023
A VIP view of the BMW Charity Pro-Am, a simulated drive on a Raymond lift truck and the chance to win a trip to the nation’s capital all will be…
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