South Carolina Officers trained on anti-meth technology
February 8, 2016
This week, the South Carolina Law Enforcement Officers Association (SCLEOA), in conjunction with Appriss, conducted three trainings across the state on the National Precursor Log Exchange (NPLEx), which is the…
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Darlington Raceway receives “Community Pride” Award from Greater Darlington Chamber of Commerce
February 8, 2016
On Thursday evening (Feb. 4), Darlington Raceway was named the recipient of the 2016 ‘Community Pride’ Award at the annual Greater Darlington Chamber of Commerce Awards Banquet, held at the…
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Emmanuel’s Hammer hosts Builder’s Breakfast featuring USC Football Chaplin
February 8, 2016
Emmanuel’s Hammer, a nonprofit, faith-based organization providing home rehabilitation services for homeowners in need, is hosting their annual Builder’s Breakfast on Thursday, February 18, 2016 at 7:15 AM. The event,…
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Columbia Women for Bernie Sanders community meeting
February 8, 2016
Why is Bernie Sanders the best candidate for women? An energetic and growing number of women will vote for Bernie in 2016 because of his progressive agenda on issues that…
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Waste Pesticide Disposal collection dates & locations set
February 8, 2016
Waste Pesticide Disposal Program dates and locations are set for February 2016. The South Carolina Department of Agriculture (SCDA) is offering several opportunities to safely dispose of outdated, unusable or…
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Young people are lifting the spirits of Midlands-area seniors with Valentine’s Day cards
February 8, 2016
DoSomething.org and Meals on Wheels America join forces for third annual Love Letters campaign This month, Midlands-area seniors are receiving handmade Valentine’s Day cards created by youth volunteers from…
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Volta Pro receives “A” rating from Cadalyst
February 8, 2016
Computer Direct Outlet’s Volta Pro product line recently received an “A” rating from Cadalyst Magazine. The Volta Pro features Intel Core i7 and Xeon CPUs, the fastest available SSDs, and…
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Richland Penny opens section of the Innovista Phase One Project to the public
February 8, 2016
LAD Corporation, the contractor for the Innovista Phase One Project, has opened up a portion of the project to the public today. The section of Greene Street between Assembly Street…
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Todd Davidson to serve as General Counsel of Greenville Chamber Board
February 8, 2016
Nexsen Pruet attorney Todd Davidson has been named to the Board of Directors of the Greenville Chamber of Commerce for 2016. In that role, he will also serve as General…
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The Columbia Museum of Art announces 2016 Gala, In the Mix: From Vintage to Vogue
February 8, 2016
Saturday, March 5, 2016 | 7:00 p.m. – Midnight . . The Columbia Museum of Art announces the 2016 Gala, In the Mix: From Vintage to Vogue, to be held…
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Lexington County students express the Art of Healing
February 8, 2016
Nine Lexington County high school students have received prizes and awards in the 7th annual “Art of Healing,” a juried art competition for Lexington County high school students sponsored by…
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2015 best year for South Carolina real estate since the recession
February 8, 2016
South Carolina REALTORS® (SCR) released its 2015 annual market report. The data shows the real estate market in South Carolina experienced its best year since the end of the Great…
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Central Carolina Technical College joins the first consortium dedicated specifically to advancing success of men of color in community colleges
February 8, 2016
Central Carolina Technical College has joined the Minority Male Community College Collaborative (M2C3) National Consortium on College Men of Color. Participation in the M2C3 Consortium will enhance CCTC’s commitment to…
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Barnes & Noble Midtown at Forest Acres to host Black Blue Bloods author, Christopher Emil Williams
February 8, 2016
Barnes & Noble Midtown at Forest Acres will host Christopher Emil Williams, author of Black Blue Bloods: Legacy of an African-American Plantation Owner, Saturday, February 13, at 12:00 pm. With…
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State Chamber honors Rep. Gregory Duckworth with Business Advocate Award
February 8, 2016
The South Carolina Chamber of Commerce released the following statement after recognizing Representative Gregory Duckworth (R-Horry) with the 2015 Business Advocate Award. This award was given to members of the…
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HotSchedules and PeopleMatter partner to create best-in-class workforce management platform
February 8, 2016
Leading hospitality technology companies announce multiphase partnership to integrate complementary applications into one platform HotSchedules® and PeopleMatter announced a multiphase partnership to create the restaurant industry’s top workforce management…
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GrandSouth completes $12 million capital raise
February 8, 2016
GrandSouth Bancorporation (OTCQB: GRRB) announces a successful $12 million capital raise through the issuance of common stock. “We are pleased to announce the completion of a capital raise that will…
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Nominations sought for award named in honor of local civil rights icon
February 8, 2016
Richland County and several community partners are seeking nominations for the Modjeska Monteith Simkins Award to recognize residents’ efforts in the areas of civil rights and social justice. The first-time…
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City Manager and Police Chief selected for the Riley Institute at Furman’s Diversity Leaders Initiative
February 8, 2016
City Manager Teresa Wilson and Chief William “Skip” Holbrook were both selected as members of the 9th Midlands Class of The Riley Institute at Furman University’s Diversity Leaders Initiative (DLI).…
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Mashburn Construction welcomes new employee to Greenville office
February 8, 2016
Mashburn Construction is pleased to welcome a new employee to the company: Danny Ponder joins Mashburn’s Greenville office as a Superintendent. Danny has been in the industry for over 40…
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Sowell Gray attorney Betsy Gray honored with National Conference of Bar Presidents 2016 Fellows Award
February 8, 2016Sowell Gray attorney Betsy Gray is the 2016 recipient of the National Conference of Bar Presidents (NCBP) Fellows Award. The award, which was presented on Friday, February 5, 2016 at…
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Number of participating artists jumps by 70% for Columbia Open Studios Tour
February 8, 2016
The number of artists who will open their studios for Columbia Open Studios, presented by the nonprofit 701 Center for Contemporary Art (701 CCA) on April 2 and 3, 2016,…
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United Community Bank Honors Greenville Bankers for 4th Quarter Performance
February 8, 2016
United Community Bank is honoring six individuals and nine United teams for their outstanding performance during the fourth quarter of 2015. This recognition is part of the bank’s quarterly Sales…
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Collins & Lacy Co-Founder to Speak at University of South Carolina’s Last Lecture Series
February 8, 2016
Collins & Lacy, P.C. co-founder, Joel Collins, has been asked to speak at the University of South Carolina’s Last Lecture Series. The Last Lecture Series is a 16 year old…
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Number of participating artists jumps by 70% for Columbia Open Studios Tour, Presented by 701 Center for Contemporary Art on April 2-3, 2016
February 8, 2016The number of artists who will open their studios for Columbia Open Studios, presented by the nonprofit 701 Center for Contemporary Art (701 CCA) on April 2 and 3, 2016,…
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Computer Direct’s Volta Pro reviewed by Desktop Engineering Magazine
February 8, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – The Volta Pro VP1 has surpassed 21 of 25 single socket workstations, according to Desktop Engineering. Computer Direct Business, a subsidiary of Computer Direct Outlet, recently debuted the Volta…
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Emmanuel’s Hammer hosts Builder’s Breakfast featuring USC Football Chaplin
February 8, 2016
Emmanuel’s Hammer, a nonprofit, faith-based organization providing home rehabilitation services for homeowners in need, is hosting their annual Builder’s Breakfast on Thursday, February 18, 2016 at 7:15 AM. The event,…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: non-profit, on-the-move
Number of participating artists jumps by 70% for Columbia Open Studios Tour
February 8, 2016
The number of artists who will open their studios for Columbia Open Studios, presented by the nonprofit 701 Center for Contemporary Art (701 CCA) on April 2 and 3, 2016,…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: on-the-move, the-arts
Number of participating artists jumps by 70% for Columbia Open Studios Tour, Presented by 701 Center for Contemporary Art on April 2-3, 2016
February 8, 2016
The number of artists who will open their studios for Columbia Open Studios, presented by the nonprofit 701 Center for Contemporary Art (701 CCA) on April 2 and 3, 2016,…
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Sowell Gray attorney Betsy Gray honored with National Conference of Bar Presidents 2016 Fellows Award
February 8, 2016
Sowell Gray attorney Betsy Gray is the 2016 recipient of the National Conference of Bar Presidents (NCBP) Fellows Award. The award, which was presented on Friday, February 5, 2016 at…
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Todd Davidson to serve as General Counsel of Greenville Chamber Board
February 8, 2016
Nexsen Pruet attorney Todd Davidson has been named to the Board of Directors of the Greenville Chamber of Commerce for 2016. In that role, he will also serve as General…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: chamber, on-the-move
United Community Bank Honors Greenville Bankers for 4th Quarter Performance
February 8, 2016
United Community Bank is honoring six individuals and nine United teams for their outstanding performance during the fourth quarter of 2015. This recognition is part of the bank’s quarterly Sales…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: banking-and-finance, on-the-move
Volta Pro receives “A” rating from Cadalyst
February 8, 2016
Computer Direct Outlet’s Volta Pro product line recently received an “A” rating from Cadalyst Magazine. The Volta Pro features Intel Core i7 and Xeon CPUs, the fastest available SSDs, and…
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Uber agreement reached at GSP
February 6, 2016
Greenville-Spartanburg Airport District officials have reached an agreement with Uber, a Transportation Network Company, to operate at GSP International Airport. Under the agreement, Uber drivers are no longer required to register…
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The Old Cigar Warehouse to host Bridal Open House
February 5, 2016
The Old Cigar Warehouse is calling all brides in the Upstate for an open house. The Bridal Open House will be held on Thursday, February 11 from 4 p.m. to…
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85-385 Gateway will transform the Upstate’s driving experience
February 5, 2016
With some quick turns of clay-filled shovels, the second largest transportation project in South Carolina history officially started at the interchange of Interstates 85 and 385 Friday morning. “The 85-385…
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Concentrix grows operations in 2000 Wade Hampton Boulevard campus
February 5, 2016
Concentrix, a wholly-owned subsidiary of SYNNEX Corporation, looks to the future and expands its call-center operations in Greenville, South Carolina, within Building III of the 2000 Wade Hampton Boulevard Office…
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Lugar: keep plutonium agreement with Russia
February 5, 2016
Tours MOX construction site that supports the international agreement Former Senator Richard G. Lugar said that the United States must continue keeping its end of an agreement with the Russian…
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Blending robotics and employees: a manufacturing success story
February 5, 2016
Fall-Protection leader SixAxis thrives with innovative practices The Institute of Supply Management (ISM) reported that the American manufacturing sector had contracted for the fourth consecutive month. Also reported was…
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TransformSC schools and districts using technology to personalize learning
February 5, 2016
National and state experts give educators support to scale blended learning Educators gathered at the Center for Advanced Technical Studies in Chapin to advance the use of blended learning…
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85-385 Gateway will transform the Upstate’s driving experience
February 5, 2016
With some quick turns of clay-filled shovels, the second largest transportation project in South Carolina history officially started at the interchange of Interstates 85 and 385 Friday morning. “The 85-385…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: construction, on-the-move, transportation
The Old Cigar Warehouse to host Bridal Open House
February 5, 2016
The Old Cigar Warehouse is calling all brides in the Upstate for an open house. The Bridal Open House will be held on Thursday, February 11 from 4 p.m. to…
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Applications available for the 2016 Commissioner’s Cup BBQ Cook-off
February 4, 2016
Barbeque grill masters and backyard enthusiasts are invited to compete for the State Championship Title at the 2016 Commissioner’s Cup BBQ Cook-off and Festival, March 18-19, at the State Farmers…
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New Name, Same Mission
February 4, 2016
The Death Penalty Resource & Defense Center, serving South Carolina since 1988 has been re-named to JUSTICE 360. We strive for greater visibility and involvement in the community conversation regarding…
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Pintail Capital Partners, new commercial real estate company, founded in Greenville
February 4, 2016
Commercial real estate professionals Ross Kester, Tyson Smoak and Stuart Wyeth are pleased to announce the launch of Pintail Capital Partners. Pintail Capital Partners will provide brokerage and investment sales…
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Sweet & Savory to be held April 28
February 4, 2016
Palmetto Place Children’s Shelter announces that the Sweet & Savory fundraiser will be from 6-9 p.m. on Thursday, April 28, 2016 at the South Carolina State Museum Planetarium Lobby. During the event,…
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PSI promotes David Sabol to Executive Vice President
February 4, 2016
Professional Service Industries, Inc. (PSI) announces the promotion of David Sabol, P.E., to Executive Vice President. Sabol will oversee PSI operations in Massachusetts, New York, Pennsylvania, Virginia, Maryland, West Virginia,…
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Round Top Elementary excels at fundraiser & donates to schools affected by SC flood
February 4, 2016
Round Top Elementary (RTE) teamed up with the Boosterthon Fun Run to raise extra funds needed for the school. Boosterthon, established in 2001, reinvented the fundraising industry transforming the way…
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UofSC Dance’s Breaking Boundaries concert features choreography from Alonzo King LINES Ballet guest artist
February 4, 2016
The UofSC Dance Program will present Breaking Boundaries, a contemporary dance concert featuring several premiere works, February 15-18 at Drayton Hall Theatre. Performance time is 7:30pm nightly. Tickets for the…
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Midlands American Heart Association celebrates saving women’s lives through Go Red For Women® with local events
February 4, 2016
For 12 years, the American Heart Association’s Go Red for Women movement has been impacting the health of women through the collective energy, passion, time, money and HEART of the…
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