Laurens YMCA announces modified pool schedule as lifeguards return to school
August 2, 2026
The Laurens YMCA will move to a modified pool schedule beginning the week of Aug. 3 as many of its lifeguards return to school, the organization announced. Under the updated…
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Why yellow jackets get meaner in August
August 2, 2026
Late summer brings the year’s highest risk of yellow jacket stings, and the reason comes down to the insect’s life cycle. Every nest begins in spring with a single queen.…
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SCDNR releases 2026-27 hunting and fishing regulations guide
August 2, 2026
The South Carolina Department of Natural Resources has released its 2026-27 South Carolina Hunting and Fishing Laws and Regulations Guide, the annual reference that hunters, anglers and boaters across the…
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Nights of a Thousand Candles returns to Brookgreen Gardens for the 2026-2027 holiday season
July 31, 2026
The beloved holiday tradition will take place on 21 select nights from Nov. 27 through Jan. 3 Brookgreen Gardens will welcome the return of Nights of a Thousand Candles for 21 select evenings from Nov. 27,…
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Black River United Way to host Parenting in the Park seminar in September
July 31, 2026
Parents, caregivers, neighbors, and caring adults are invited to attend Parenting in the Park, a free family seminar designed to offer encouragement, connection, and practical parenting tools in a welcoming community…
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Pickens County residents urge community to attend August 3 public hearing on proposed Overlay Ordinance
July 31, 2026Overlay Ordinance could affect longstanding Pickens County Property Rights Pickens County residents and property owners are urging fellow landowners and members of the community to attend the public hearing on…
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Coastal Key Group welcomes Lowcountry native Caroline Altman to its real estate team
July 31, 2026
Coastal Key Group is pleased to announce the addition of licensed REALTOR® Caroline Altman to its growing real estate sales team in Murrells Inlet. Born and raised in Georgetown, South…
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SCDES announces Back-to-School resources for South Carolina teachers
July 31, 2026
As South Carolina teachers prepare for a new school year, the S.C. Department of Environmental Services (SCDES) is offering grants, free classroom resources and educational programs that help students explore…
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S.C. Military Veterans Hall of Fame inductee delivers invocation at close of SC7 Expedition
July 31, 2026
Prayer delivered by retired Marine colonel and three-time Hall of Famer aboard USS Yorktown By Christopher David Carter Col. Steve Vitali, USMC (Ret.), delivered a stirring invocation before gathered dignitaries…
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Jeff Fort and Tauana Kim join LCK in the Columbia office
July 30, 2026
LCK announced the hiring of Jeff Fort and Tauana Kim. Fort has been hired as a Senior Project Manager and will work with owners leading their development projects across the…
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Pawleys Island Festival of Music & Art celebrates Tony Bennett with “The Good Life” tribute featuring Joe Gransden Orchestra
July 30, 2026
The Pawleys Island Festival of Music and Art (PIFMA) will host a tribute to one of the greatest icons of the Great American Songbook this fall. “The Good Life: A…
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Discover Lowcountry history on the water: Storehouse Tours announces late summer & fall Pontoon River Tours schedule
July 30, 2026
Step aboard Imagine, a canopy-covered five-passenger pontoon boat, for an intimate journey through the storied rivers and tributaries feeding Winyah Bay. Offered by Storehouse Tours, these unique excursion series combine…
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Waccamaw Library announces Fall 2026 “Writing the Tide” workshop series
July 30, 2026
Local writers and aspiring authors can hone their craft this fall as the Waccamaw Library hosts its “Writing the Tide” monthly writing workshop series from August through December 2026. Facilitated…
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Coastal Crust brings its signature wood-fired pizza experience to Columbia
July 30, 2026
Grand Opening in the BullStreet District on Aug. 4 Coastal Crust, South Carolina’s beloved family-owned wood-fired pizzerias, announced that its newest location in Columbia’s vibrant BullStreet District will be open…
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Anderson Brothers Bank welcomes Ben Hodges as Commercial Lending Officer
July 30, 2026
Anderson Brothers Bank is pleased to announce that Ben Hodges has joined the bank as a Commercial Lending Officer at its Conway branch, located at 2651 Church Street. In his…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Clarice Henderson, Scout
July 30, 2026
The Who’s on the Move Entrepreneur Minute is an interview series exploring how South Carolina businesses and organizations are innovating to stay competitive in a rapidly changing world. Each episode features leaders…
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Generation V Homes celebrates six years building modular homes across Lowcountry
July 30, 2026
Family-owned modular home builder marks milestone turnkey construction while continuing to redefine homebuilding in coastal South Carolina. Generation Five Homes is celebrating six years of helping Lowcountry families build custom…
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U.S. unemployment rate holds steady at 4.4% in June
July 30, 2026
The U.S. unemployment rate held steady at 4.4% in June, unchanged from a year ago, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Across the nation’s 387 metropolitan areas, unemployment…
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Waterparks go to the dogs for annual Dog Day Afternoon events! Sign up now
July 30, 2026
Four-legged swimmers are invited to make a splash after waterpark season ends The dogs are getting the waterparks all to themselves once again! Charleston County Parks’ annual Dog Day Afternoon…
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City of Charleston launches survey to gather community input on tourism management
July 30, 2026
This week, the City of Charleston launched a community survey as part of its ongoing overhaul of the City’s Tourism Management Plan, last comprehensively updated in 2015. The survey will…
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Award-Winning Astralis Chamber Ensemble presents “Evening in France” at Pawleys Island
July 30, 2026
Friends of Music at Precious Blood of Christ Catholic Church is pleased to announce the return of the award-winning Astralis Chamber Ensemble for a special performance, “Evening in France,” on…
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Lowcountry Literacy Project and Charleston County Public Library join forces to unify reading support
July 30, 2026
The Lowcountry Literacy Project (LLP) and the Charleston County Public Library (CCPL) have partnered in a strategic alliance to support young readers across Charleston County. The partnership establishes a unified…
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Moja Arts Festival returns Sept. 24-Oct. 1, issues open call for an artist to design official festival poster
July 30, 2026
MOJA Arts and the Office of Cultural Affairs are issuing an open call for an artist to design the official poster for the 2026 MOJA Arts Festival, returning September 24-October…
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Four Upstate Women named Women of Distinction by Girl Scouts of South Carolina—Mountains to Midlands
July 29, 2026
Girl Scouts of South Carolina—Mountains to Midlands will honor four Spartanburg area women for their courage, confidence, and character. Since 2013, Boots & Pearls has recognized exceptional women from the Cherokee,…
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Introducing a new entrepreneur training from CommunityWorks
July 29, 2026
Introducing a brand-new, 10-week virtual entrepreneur development program from CommunityWorks, led by entrepreneur Ebony Sharonda. Participants will gain the tools and strategies needed to move beyond simply managing a business to intentionally leading…
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CAMBRIDGE FARMS — BEFORE THE VOTE 490 Homes. Two Votes. First One Monday.
July 29, 2026
Clinton City Council takes up the Cambridge Farms annexation on August 3. It takes two readings to pass it. Here is what the public record shows — and why the…
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Rock Hill lands Octapharma’s $1.5B manufacturing facility
July 29, 2026
ROCK HILL, SC – The South Carolina Department of Commerce announced that final approvals have been completed for biopharmaceutical manufacturer Octapharma‘s first U.S. manufacturing and production facility, paving the way…
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Classic Rock Hits Downtown Simpsonville: Highway 25 to Perform at Warehouse at Vaughn’s
July 29, 2026
Live music lovers across the Golden Strip have a big date to add to their August calendars. Regional classic rock favorite Highway 25 is bringing its high-energy, three-hour show to…
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Power:Ed announces $1.3 million in grants to nearly 30 nonprofits
July 29, 2026The funding targets critical community needs, including job training, work-based learning for students, and scholarship opportunities. Power:Ed, the philanthropy arm of South Carolina Student Loan Corporation, announced today that it…
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College of Charleston and Spartanburg Community College announce strategic partnership to expand educational opportunities
July 29, 2026
College of Charleston (CofC) and Spartanburg Community College (SCC) announced a new partnership designed to strengthen educational pathways and expand opportunities for students across South Carolina. This collaboration, part of…
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Forecasters Predict Below-Average 2026 Atlantic Hurricane Season, but Officials Urge Preparation
July 29, 2026
Meteorologists and emergency management officials are offering a cautious outlook for the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season. While leading weather agencies predict a lower-than-average number of named storms, emergency management experts…
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Fountain Inn Police Set to Host 2026 National Night Out at Commerce Park
July 29, 2026
Local residents, families, and first responders will gather in downtown Fountain Inn next week for the city’s annual National Night Out celebration on Tuesday, August 4, 2026, from 6:00 p.m.…
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Statehouse Push Fails: More Homeschool-Style Students Set to Receive S.C. Voucher Scholarships
July 29, 2026
More students educated at home will receive taxpayer-funded scholarships under South Carolina’s state voucher program this upcoming school year after a legislative push by state lawmakers to restrict the practice…
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Main Street Clinton Announces Leadership Transition and Expresses Gratitude to Director Jim Spry
July 29, 2026
Main Street Clinton announces that Executive Director Jim Spry has resigned from his position to pursue new opportunities and projects. While we are saddened to see him leave, we are…
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A Way in the Wilderness: What She Wishes She had Known, and Where Laurens County Can Turn for Help (Part 4 of 4)
July 29, 2026
Editor’s note: This is the fourth and final installment in A Way in the Wilderness, a series following Laurens County resident JoDee Watkins through her breast cancer journey, told in…
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Out on the Strip: Your weekly guide to what’s happening, where to eat, and what to do at BridgeWay Station
July 29, 2026
By Barbara LeForge, Golden Strip News Editor Look, if you told me a few years ago that I’d be sipping an espresso in what looks like a sunny Italian piazza…
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Fountain Inn Chamber Members Take Home “Best of the Upstate” Honors
July 29, 2026
Local business leaders and community members gathered this week as the Fountain Inn Chamber of Commerce and local municipal leaders celebrated an impressive showing across our corner of Greenville County…
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Fireworks, Live Music, and Food Trucks to Cap Off Mauldin’s “Amp’d Up Friday” Season Finale
July 29, 2026
The excitement has been building all summer long, and now it’s about to go off with a bang! The Mauldin Cultural Center is putting the finishing touches on its popular…
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Statehouse Push Fails: More Homeschool-Style Students Set to Receive S.C. Voucher Scholarships
July 29, 2026
More students educated at home will receive taxpayer-funded scholarships under South Carolina’s state voucher program this upcoming school year after a legislative push by state lawmakers to restrict the practice…
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Fountain Inn Police Set to Host 2026 National Night Out at Commerce Park
July 29, 2026
Local residents, families, and first responders will gather in downtown Fountain Inn next week for the city’s annual National Night Out celebration on Tuesday, August 4, 2026, from 6:00 p.m.…
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Forecasters Predict Below-Average 2026 Atlantic Hurricane Season, but Officials Urge Preparation
July 29, 2026
Meteorologists and emergency management officials are offering a cautious outlook for the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season. While leading weather agencies predict a lower-than-average number of named storms, emergency management experts…
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Volunteers Needed in Simpsonville as Greenville Literacy Association Expands Adult Education Services
July 29, 2026
The Greenville Literacy Association (GLA), in partnership with the Center for Community Services, is actively seeking community volunteers to support its adult education and English language programs in southern Greenville…
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Simpsonville Arts Center Opens Registration for Fall Youth Acting Classes
July 29, 2026
Young performing artists in Simpsonville will have the opportunity to take center stage this autumn as the Simpsonville Arts Center prepares to host a 12-week Fall Acting Workshop series beginning…
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Benny’s Sip & Scoop Partners with Due South Coffee Roasters for Local Coffee Upgrade
July 29, 2026
Downtown Fountain Inn’s newly rebranded gathering spot, Benny’s Sip & Scoop, has officially announced a local partnership with Greenville-based Due South Coffee Roasters as part of its ongoing coffee menu…
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Gear Up & Save Big: Why You Shouldn’t Miss South Carolina’s Tax-Free Weekend
July 29, 2026
South Carolina shoppers and back-to-school bargain hunters are gearing up for the state’s 26th annual Tax-Free Weekend. Running from 12:01 a.m. on Friday, August 7, through 11:59 p.m. on Sunday,…
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SCDES Offers Environmental Education Grants and Free Resources for South Carolina Teachers
July 29, 2026
As South Carolina educators prepare for the upcoming school year, the S.C. Department of Environmental Services (SCDES) has announced a slate of environmental education grants, free classroom materials, and hands-on…
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Back-to-School Readiness: The Complete Golden Strip Guide for the 2026–2027 Academic Year
July 29, 2026
With summer winding down across Greenville County, families throughout Mauldin, Simpsonville, and Fountain Inn are shifting gears for the return to the classroom. Greenville County Schools (GCS)—the state’s largest public…
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Holocaust exhibit to visit Southern Georgetown Library in August
July 29, 2026
A traveling exhibit dedicated to the unique stories of children during the Holocaust will be on display at the Southern Georgetown Community Library Aug. 5 through 29. Titled “Stars Without…
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Cohn Construction completes the expansion and renovation for Pediatric Associates of Kershaw County
July 29, 2026
Cohn Construction has completed an expansion and renovation for the Pediatric Associates of Kershaw County, located in Camden, South Carolina. The project included a carefully phased expansion of the existing…
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Amazon to build last-mile delivery station in Calhoun County
July 29, 2026
Calhoun County announced that Amazon.com, Inc. has selected the Calhoun County I-26 Industrial Park as the site for a new 150,000+ square-foot last-mile delivery facility. Amazon purchased the land directly…
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