BASF and TCTC celebrate apprentices
June 29, 2026
BASF Environmental Catalyst and Metal Solutions (ECMS) recently recognized its seventh cohort of apprentices who successfully completed the North American BASF ECMS Apprenticeship Program on June 25 at Tri-County Technical…
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Spartanburg Community College earns reaffirmation of accreditation
June 29, 2026
Spartanburg Community College (SCC) has received reaffirmation of accreditation from the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC), extending the College’s accreditation for an additional 10 years.…
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South Carolina Water Utilities announces consolidation with Blue Granite Water Company
June 29, 2026
Largest Water Utility Consolidation in South Carolina History South Carolina Water Utilities (SCWU), the state’s largest private water and wastewater provider, has announced the consolidation of Blue Granite Water Company…
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Struggle
June 29, 2026
By Tom Poland Title my photo Struggle. Caption it: Dreams die along the back roads. First two sentences: Can’t even sit in a chair and look forward to better…
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Homes of Hope celebrates the 346th and 347th graduates of its Men’s Workforce Development program
June 26, 2026
Homes of Hope celebrated another milestone in its mission to create economic mobility and generational change across South Carolina as two men graduated from the organization’s Men’s Workforce Development (MWD)…
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W. David Conner named 2026 Best Lawyers® ‘Lawyer of the Year’ for Mass Tort Litigation/Class Actions – Defendants in Greenville
June 26, 2026
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. announced that shareholder David Conner has been named Best Lawyers “Lawyer of the Year” for Mass Tort Litigation/Class Actions – Defendants in Greenville, South Carolina, for…
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DP3 Architects, Ltd. welcomes Jessica Gray
June 26, 2026
DP3 Architects, Ltd. announced the addition of Jessica Gray to the firm. Jessica joins DP3 Architects with a Master of Architecture and Bachelor of Arts in Architecture from Clemson University.…
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Take the 7th inning stretch at Upcountry History Museum with “Picturing America’s Pastime” Exhibit
June 26, 2026
“Take me out to the…Museum?” Yes, step into the 7th inning stretch with “Picturing America’s Pastime” and explore the grandeur of the early game through the vibrancy of today’s big-league…
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Wyche enhances employment practice with addition of Ashley Robertson Parr
June 25, 2026
Wyche, a full-service law firm with offices across South Carolina, announced that Ashley Robertson Parr has joined the firm’s employment practice. Parr is an experienced employment attorney who assists clients in…
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Garvin Design Group celebrates 23 years
June 25, 2026
Columbia-based architecture, interiors, and planning firm Garvin Design Group marked its 23rd anniversary on June 26, 2026. In its 23-year history, Garvin Design Group has established itself as a leader…
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Southpointe Senior brings 90 affordable homes for seniors to Greenville
June 25, 2026
Community leaders gathered Thursday morning to welcome 90 new affordable homes in the Southpointe Senior Residences community. Located off of the Woodruff Road corridor, Southpointe Senior Residences features one and…
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Colliers Report: Greenville-Spartanburg Multifamily Market Q1 2026
June 25, 2026
Colliers | South Carolina Market Report Slowing deliveries and high population growth are creating a conditions for a tight market. Market Highlights Greenville’s multifamily market has entered a steadier phase…
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Morris-Jenkins expands to Greer, commits to 120 jobs in first year
June 25, 2026When Morris-Jenkins opened its new Greenville-area location on May 16, Greer Mayor Rick Danner joined company leaders for a ribbon-cutting ceremony attended by more than 300 community members, local families…
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AARP commits $122,728 to strengthen nearly 12 communities across South Carolina
June 25, 2026
Grants aims to help residents of all ages, especially older adults, improve how they live, move, and stay connected in their neighborhoods through innovative local projects AARP today announced 12…
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United Way of Greenville County awarded AARP Community Challenge grant to expand transportation access for older adults
June 25, 2026
No one should have to choose between their health and their ability to get to a doctor’s appointment. A new AARP Community Challenge grant awarded to United Way of Greenville…
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Greenville’s Challenges Inc. awarded grant from the Foundation for Opioid Response Efforts (FORE)
June 25, 2026
The Foundation for Opioid Response Efforts (FORE) has awarded a grant to Challenges Inc. in Greenville as part of its latest round of funding to support community-based organizations working on the front lines of the…
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Greer’s largest annual event, Freedom Blast, honors military and celebrates freedom
June 25, 2026
Skydivers, fireworks and a touching tribute to America’s military are among the highlights of this year’s Freedom Blast event in the City of Greer. Freedom Blast will take over Greer…
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Power Up Spartanburg announces new small business retail and restaurant incubator
June 25, 2026
Power Up Spartanburg announced a small business retail and restaurant incubator will be built along the Mary Black Rail Trail in Spartanburg. Strategically located at 351 E. Henry St., near…
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SCEDA announces 2026–2027 Board of Directors
June 25, 2026
The South Carolina Economic Developers’ Association (SCEDA) announced its 2026-2027 Board of Directors, with new and returning members installed during the organization’s Annual Conference. Joining the Board of Directors for…
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Fred Caldwell elected to serve as President of the South Carolina Automobile Dealers Association
June 24, 2026
H. Fred Caldwell, Jr. of Fred Caldwell Chevrolet, located in Clover, SC, has been elected President of the South Carolina Automobile Dealers Association (SCADA) for the 2026-2027 term. He was…
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Greenville Arena District selects Turner Construction to lead Bon Secours Wellness Arena project
June 24, 2026
Multi-phase project to prioritize participation of local contractors, subcontractors, and workforce The Greenville Arena District has selected Turner Construction as the construction manager for the Bon Secours Wellness Arena project…
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A Body Of Work
June 24, 2026
By Tom Poland A woman asked what made me the proudest of all I had written. It isn’t books. Maybe one. It’s not the films. It’s not the magazine…
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Father and daughter honored together through Greenville Technical College’s ASPIRE Scholars Initiative
June 24, 2026While many students celebrate academic achievements with their families, Emma S. and her father, Josh S., had the opportunity to celebrate alongside one another. This spring, both were recognized through…
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McCrory Construction’s Chris Corbett earns national design-build credential
June 24, 2026
Chris Corbett, Senior Preconstruction Manager for McCrory Construction, has earned the prestigious Designated Design-Build Professional® (DBIA®) certification. This sought-after construction industry credential requires successful completion of the Design-Build Institute of…
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mRNA research highlights South Carolina’s growing role in life sciences innovation
June 24, 2026South Carolina’s life sciences sector is growing rapidly, and new advances in mRNA-based cancer research are drawing attention to the state’s expanding role in medical innovation. mRNA technology is now…
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Spartanburg Community College announces Spring 2026 President’s List
June 22, 2026
Spartanburg Community College (SCC) proudly announces that 274 students earned President’s List honors for Spring 2026. To qualify for the president’s list, a student must have a declared major, be…
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Summer Blink Book Reviews Return
June 22, 2026
By Reba Hull Campbell If it’s summer, that means I’m back to my annual effort to get off the screens and back to the page by reading more. In recent…
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South Carolina Public Radio launches Sound Shift, a new 24/7 music service
June 22, 2026
New statewide channel offers curated day-to-night programming and expands access to music discovery across South Carolina South Carolina Public Radio (SC Public Radio) officially launched Sound Shift on June 21…
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FEMA makes $50 million available for mitigation projects in Southeastern States
June 22, 2026
FEMA announced that more than $50 million in federal funding for 25 hazard mitigation projects is available to seven Southeastern states. Congress authorized these named projects through the Fiscal Year 2026…
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Clemson University Foundation welcomes two new members to Board of Directors
June 22, 2026
The Clemson University Foundation (CUF) has appointed two accomplished alumni and business leaders to its Board of Directors. Chalmers Carr III of Ridge Spring, South Carolina, and Eric J. Miller…
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SCTAC CEO Jody Bryson awarded Order of the Palmetto
June 22, 2026
South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster presented the Order of the Palmetto today to Jody Bryson, president and CEO of the South Carolina Technology & Aviation Center in Greenville. Established by…
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Together SC welcomes Dr. Heidi Blossom as Learning Programs & Events Manager
June 22, 2026
Together SC announced that Dr. Heidi Blossom has joined the organization as its new Learning Programs & Events Manager, where she will lead the planning and implementation of learning experiences…
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Prisma Health’s Tina Myers recognized on Becker’s “Women in Health IT to know” list
June 22, 2026
Prisma Health congratulates Tina Myers, vice president of application services, who has been named to Becker’s Hospital Review’s 2026 “Women in Health IT to know” list, which highlights 170 leaders nationwide…
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South Carolina Bankers Association honors Othniel W. Laffitte with the 2026 Outstanding Young Banker Award
June 22, 2026
The South Carolina Bankers Association (SCBA) announced Othniel W. Laffitte as the recipient of the 2026 Outstanding Young Banker Award. Othniel, who serves as the Senior Vice President and Market…
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Converse University receives grant from Food Lion Feeds Charitable Foundation
June 22, 2026
Converse University has received $2,400 from the Food Lion Feeds Charitable Foundation to help nourish University community members experiencing food insecurity. The Nourishing our Neighbors grant supports community feeding partners…
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Call for entries now open through July 1 for Upcountry Fiber’s second annual drawing contest
June 19, 2026
Upcountry Fiber, a local broadband internet service provider that serves Anderson, Pickens, Oconee, and Northern Greenville counties, has opened its call for entries for local artists to submit their original…
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Greenville artist advances to quarterfinals of international art competition with paintings inspired by her son’s rare genetic condition
June 19, 2026Greenville artist and mother Nicole Shannon has advanced to the quarterfinals of The People’s Artist, an international art competition presented by Johnny Depp in support of The Art of Elysium,…
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$282 million Bon Secours Wellness Arena transformation receives approval
June 18, 2026
Project Includes New West Lobby and Two-Story Terrace Bon Secours Wellness Arena is officially set to undergo a major, $282 million transformation after the City’s Design Review Board (DRB) approved…
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Caroline Robertson receives Order of the Palmetto
June 18, 2026
Greer Relief executive director receives South Carolina’s highest civilian honor Community leaders, partners and supporters gathered June 17 at the Historic Greer Depot to honor Caroline Robertson, executive director of…
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Two Prisma Health Hospitals named to Becker’s Hospital Review’s 2026 “100 Great Community Hospitals” list
June 18, 2026
Prisma Health announced that Prisma Health Oconee Memorial Hospital and Prisma Health Baptist Parkridge Hospital have been named to Becker’s Hospital Review’s 2026 list of “100 Great Community Hospitals.” This…
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Neil Jones named Chief Financial & Operating Officer of Colliers | South Carolina
June 18, 2026
Charleston/Columbia/Greenville/Spartanburg, SC – Colliers | South Carolina announced the promotion of M. Neil Jones, CPA, CITP, to Chief Financial & Operating Officer. A member of the firm’s leadership team since…
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FEMA announces additional $6 million for South Carolina recovery
June 18, 2026
FEMA approved more than $6 million in funding to support 11 recovery projects in South Carolina communities affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, Hurricane Helene, Tropical Storm Debby and other disasters. Notable recovery…
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5th Annual Juneteenth celebration is tomorrow
June 18, 2026
The City of Greenville will host its fifth annual Juneteenth celebration on Friday, June 19, from 9 a.m. to noon. Residents are invited to gather at 9 a.m. at Linky Stone Park,…
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Partnership at Unity Park to celebrate America’s 250th Anniversary
June 18, 2026
Greenville Symphony to Perform Live For the first time, the Greenville Symphony Orchestra will perform live during Fireworks at Unity Park presented by Clemson MBA on Thursday, July 2, adding a full…
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TCTC Commission approves budget, 3.6% tuition increase
June 18, 2026
The Tri-County Technical College Commission unanimously voted at its June 1 meeting to approve a $71.6 million operating budget for fiscal year 2026-2027 that includes a 3.6% tuition increase for…
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Spartanburg Community College reports growth in enrollment, student achievement, and revenue
June 18, 2026Spartanburg Community College is experiencing record growth in enrollment, credential attainment, graduate success, workforce training, and financial performance while making major investments in nursing, advanced manufacturing, and other high-demand career…
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YMCA of Greenville introduces R&R spaces for whole-body wellness
June 17, 2026
The YMCA of Greenville has launched R&R (Rest & Restore), a new wellness program that provides access to dedicated recovery spaces at select family branch locations. The program, available for…
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Award-Winning Broadway musical coming to Greenville through national grant initiative
June 17, 2026This is a powerful new musical chronicling the fight for women’s suffrage and the passage of the 19th Amendment. Presented through the Greenville County Schools All County Theatre Program, Greenville…
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WesCo Brew & Bowl opens June 26 in Cayce, bringing 44,000 sq. ft. of bowling, dining and entertainment to the Midlands
June 17, 2026
$13.2 million investment transforms former Piggly Wiggly into Midlands’ premier entertainment venue, with grand opening events June 26–28 CAYCE, S.C. — Midlands residents are invited to experience the excitement at…
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The power of faith and forgiveness: Remembering 11 years of Mother Emanuel
June 17, 2026
By Senator Tim Scott I will never forget the text I sent my dear friend, Clementa Pinckney. I waited for a response but never got an answer. Clementa and eight…
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