Charter launches 2020 Digital Education grant program
June 9, 2020
Charter Communications, Inc. announced applications are now being accepted for the company’s 2020 Spectrum Digital Education grant program, which supports nonprofit organizations that educate community members on the benefits of…
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Charter hires more than 3,000 new employees amid COVID-19 crisis
May 7, 2020
Charter Communications, Inc. announced it has hired more than 3,000 new employees nationwide – and is actively seeking to fill thousands of additional jobs across the company’s 41-state operating region…
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Spectrum raises minimum wage to $20 per hour
April 7, 2020
Charter has announced a plan to permanently raise its minimum wage to $20 per hour over the next two years for all employees. Charter had begun discussions around raising its…
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South Carolina ETV utilizes TVU Grid service to streamline emergency communications for S.C. broadcasters
March 25, 2020
New Service will help expedite the dissemination of vital information to South Carolinians South Carolina ETV (SCETV) today announced that, in addition to its existing live stream, the network will…
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ScanSource offers new UCaaS collaboration solution, Avaya Cloud Office™ – providing partners with a solution for voice, video, meetings, collaboration and more
March 24, 2020
GREENVILLE, SC & SANTA CLARA, CA – ScanSource, Inc. (NASDAQ: SCSC), a leading provider of technology products and solutions, and Avaya Holdings Corp. (NYSE:AVYA), a global leader in solutions to…
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Comporium providing 60 days of free internet service to students
March 17, 2020Offering Internet to New Customers in Homes with K-12 and Higher Education Students ROCK HILL, SC – With the continuing spread of coronavirus (COVID-19), South Carolina Governor, Henry McMaster and…
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Longent joins the Mobile Communications America family
December 11, 2019
SPARTANBURG, SC – Mobile Communications America (MCA), the leading provider of wireless communication solutions that enhance the safety, security, and operating efficiency of workplaces today announces the addition of Longent,…
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ScanSource, Inc. names new Board Member
November 12, 2019
Dede Ramoneda brings information technology expertise and Fortune 500 leadership to the Board ScanSource, Inc. (NASDAQ: SCSC), a leading provider of technology products and solutions, announced the appointment of Dorothy…
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AT&T invests nearly $825 million over 3-year period to boost local networks in South Carolina
June 24, 2019
AT&T¹ has invested nearly $825 million in their South Carolina wireless and wired networks during 2016-2018. These investments boost reliability, coverage, speed and overall performance for residents and businesses. AT&T…
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ScanSource reports third quarter results
May 10, 2019
ScanSource Reports Third Quarter Results Gross Profit Growth of 6% and EPS Growth of 7% ScanSource, Inc. (NASDAQ: SCSC), a leading global provider of technology products and solutions, announced financial…
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CyberSC to present Annual Awards for Cyber Excellence at 3rd Annual Cybersecurity Summit in Greenville on May 16th
May 6, 2019CyberSC announced the recipients of the 2019 CyberSC Awards for Cyber Excellence. Award recipients in three categories – Industry, Government, and Academia – will be recognized at the SC Chamber…
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Lumos Networks and Spirit Communications rebrand as SEGRA
January 14, 2019
New name marks launch of combined company dedicated to customers and employees Lumos Networks Corp. and Spirit Communications announced that the two companies have been rebranded as SEGRASM. In announcing…
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AT&T Names Terrance Ford as SC Legislative Director
November 5, 2018
Terrance Ford is the new Director of Legislative Affairs for AT&T* in South Carolina. Ford is a 17-year veteran of AT&T and its predecessor companies. He was previously Regional Director…
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AT&T names Jane Sosebee as South Carolina President
October 24, 2018
Jane Sosebee will be the new state president for AT&T* in South Carolina. A 39-year veteran of AT&T and its predecessor companies, Sosebee was previously Director of Legislative Affairs. She…
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AT&T announces text to donate for Hurricane Florence recovery efforts
September 13, 2018
Help people affected by Hurricane Florence. Text “FLORENCE” to 90999 to give $10* that enables the Red Cross to prepare for, respond to and help people recover from this disaster.…
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AT&T invests $750 million over 3-year period to boost local networks in South Carolina
August 20, 2018
AT&T has invested nearly $750 million in its South Carolina wireless and wired networks during 2015-2017 in order to boost reliability, coverage, and speed for residents and businesses. This investment also improves critical…
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AT&T South Carolina State President Pamela Lackey announces intention to retire
June 28, 2018
After more than 20 years with AT&T, Pamela Lackey, President of AT&T South Carolina, has announced her intention to retire, effective June 30, 2018. “I feel so very blessed to have…
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Spirit Communications and Lumos Networks announce network expansion of Express Cloud Access Service
May 15, 2018
The combination of Spirit Communications and Lumos Networks, a super-regional provider of fiber-bandwidth in the mid-Atlantic and Southeast, announced that Express Cloud Access service is now available across Spirit’s footprint…
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AT&T to launch mobile 5G in 2018
January 4, 2018
AT&T* expects to be the first U.S. company to introduce mobile 5G service in a dozen markets by late 2018. To reach this ambitious milestone, AT&T has taken a different…
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All 50 U.S. states, 2 territories and the District of Columbia opt-in to FirstNet
December 30, 2017
With yesterday’s close of the FirstNet opt-in/opt-out period, the unanimous decisions of states and territories across America are in. Fifty states, 2 territories and the District of Columbia opted in to the First…
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AT&T Plans to increase U.S. capital spending $1 Billion and provide $1,000 special bonus to more than 200,000 U.S. employees
December 21, 2017
Today, Congress approved legislation representing the first comprehensive tax reform in a generation. The President is expected to sign the bill in the coming days. Once tax reform is signed…
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New name and website for 3Fold
December 14, 2017
One of the region’s most dynamic marketing companies has updated its name and launched a new website to highlight its change in culture and philosophy. 3Fold Creative is now simply…
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New name and website for 3Fold
December 13, 2017
One of the region’s most dynamic marketing companies has updated its name and launched a new website to highlight its change in culture and philosophy. 3Fold Creative is now simply…
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AT&T expands access to high speed internet in Bamberg and Barnwell counties
November 27, 2017
AT&T* Fixed Wireless Internet1 for rural and underserved locations needing home internet is now available to residents and small businesses in parts of Bamberg and Barnwell counties, including parts of the…
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Prysmian Group North America expanding Lexington County operations
October 9, 2017
$15 Million Investment To Increase Production Of Fiber Cable Prysmian Group, a world leader in the telecom cables and systems industry, today announced a planned expansion of the company’s North…
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Prysmian Group North America expanding Lexington County operations
October 9, 2017
$15 Million Investment To Increase Production Of Fiber Cable Prysmian Group, a world leader in the telecom cables and systems industry, today announced a planned expansion of the company’s North…
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AT&T provides credits for customers in Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin Islands
October 4, 2017
As the network recovery efforts in Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands continue after Hurricane Maria, we’re offering customers additional relief. To help our impacted customers, we are automatically…
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T-Mobile US investing in new Charleston County operations
June 28, 2017
New Customer Care Facility Will Be T-Mobile’s Largest, Adding 400 New Employees T-Mobile US, one of the largest wireless service providers in the United States, is moving its existing customer…
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T-Mobile US investing in new Charleston County operations
June 28, 2017
New Customer Care Facility Will Be T-Mobile’s Largest, Adding 400 New Employees T-Mobile US, one of the largest wireless service providers in the United States, is moving its existing customer…
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Charter Communications launches $1 million grant program to support digital education
June 19, 2017
Charter Communications, Inc. (NASDAQ: CHTR) announced the launch of its Spectrum Digital Education Grant Program, a philanthropic initiative designed to support nonprofit organizations that educate community members on the benefits…
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Verizon Wireless expanding Greenville County operations
February 16, 2017
Company Investing $3.5 Million And Creating 260 New Jobs In Upstate Growth Verizon Wireless, the nation’s largest provider of telecommunications products and services, is expanding its existing operations in Greenville…
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Verizon Wireless expanding Greenville County operations
February 16, 2017
Company Investing $3.5 Million And Creating 260 New Jobs In Upstate Growth Verizon Wireless, the nation’s largest provider of telecommunications products and services, is expanding its existing operations in Greenville…
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Southeastern Freight Lines promotes Michael Owings to director of corporate planning
January 16, 2017
Southeastern Freight Lines, the leading provider of regional less-than-truckload (LTL) transportation services, announced Michael Owings has been promoted to director of corporate planning. Owings has served as assistant director within…
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Southeastern Freight Lines promotes Michael Owings to director of corporate planning
January 16, 2017
Southeastern Freight Lines, the leading provider of regional less-than-truckload (LTL) transportation services, announced Michael Owings has been promoted to director of corporate planning. Owings has served as assistant director within…
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AT&T and Teach For America expand computer science opportunities to South Carolina students
December 8, 2016
Teach For America has announced that it will expand its Computer Science (CS) initiative, bringing high-quality opportunities to teachers and students in South Carolina with support from AT&T. Through its…
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AT&T and Teach For America expand computer science opportunities to South Carolina students
December 8, 2016
Teach For America has announced that it will expand its Computer Science (CS) initiative, bringing high-quality opportunities to teachers and students in South Carolina with support from AT&T. Through its…
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Verizon Wireless opens new ‘Smart Store’ in Easley, S.C.
August 17, 2016
Company celebrates grand opening with ribbon-cutting event and $20,000 HopeLine grant to Safe Harbor EASLEY, S.C. – Verizon Wireless has opened its first “Smart Store” in Easley, now located at 4867 Calhoun…
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AT&T names new Vice President and General Manager for Georgia/South Carolina
July 27, 2016
ATLANTA, GA – AT&T announces the appointment of industry leader Marvy Moore as vice president and general manager. Moore will oversee operations in Georgia and South Carolina. Moore will lead…
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AT&T names new Vice President and General Manager for Georgia/South Carolina
July 27, 2016
ATLANTA, GA – AT&T announces the appointment of industry leader Marvy Moore as vice president and general manager. Moore will oversee operations in Georgia and South Carolina. Moore will lead…
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AT&T expands access to gigabit speeds to more businesses in 17 South Carolina markets
June 27, 2016
1 Gigabit per Second Internet speeds are now available through AT&T Business Fiber COLUMBIA, SC – AT&T is bringing gigabit internet speeds to even more businesses in 17 South…
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AT&T expands access to gigabit speeds to more businesses in 17 South Carolina markets
June 27, 2016
1 Gigabit per Second Internet speeds are now available through AT&T Business Fiber COLUMBIA, SC – AT&T is bringing gigabit internet speeds to even more businesses in 17 South…
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Burns endorses Kuper in District 21
June 27, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – Greenville County Councilman Jim Burns affirmed his endorsement and support of Stacy Kuper to replace him in District 21 today. “This has been a campaign season filled…
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Burns endorses Kuper in District 21
June 27, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – Greenville County Councilman Jim Burns affirmed his endorsement and support of Stacy Kuper to replace him in District 21 today. “This has been a campaign season filled…
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AT&T invests more than $800M over 3-year period to enhance local networks in South Carolina
May 19, 2016
AT&T has invested more than $800 million in South Carolina wireless and wired networks during 2013-2015. These investments drive a wide range of upgrades to reliability, coverage, speed and overall…
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AT&T invests more than $800M over 3-year period to enhance local networks in South Carolina
May 19, 2016
AT&T has invested more than $800 million in South Carolina wireless and wired networks during 2013-2015. These investments drive a wide range of upgrades to reliability, coverage, speed and overall…
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Call Experts expanding existing Lowcountry operations
March 16, 2016
Company Investing $1.8 Million To Expand, Creating 310 Jobs New Jobs In Charleston County CHARLESTON, SC – Call Experts, a leading answering service company, is expanding its existing operations in…
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Call Experts expanding existing Lowcountry operations
March 16, 2016
Company Investing $1.8 Million To Expand, Creating 310 Jobs New Jobs In Charleston County CHARLESTON, SC – Call Experts, a leading answering service company, is expanding its existing operations in…
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J.D. Power ranks Verizon Wireless highest in network quality in Southeast
March 3, 2016
Customer study measures performance in call, messaging and data quality ATLANTA, GA – When it comes to wireless network quality in the Southeast region, Verizon Wireless ranks highest among wireless providers,…
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J.D. Power ranks Verizon Wireless highest in network quality in Southeast
March 3, 2016
Customer study measures performance in call, messaging and data quality ATLANTA, GA – When it comes to wireless network quality in the Southeast region, Verizon Wireless ranks highest among wireless providers,…
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AT&T employees mentor 1 million hours, surpassing goal
January 13, 2016
In less than 4 years, AT&T* employees provided students with 1 million hours of mentoring, here in South Carolina and across the globe. Employee mentors participate in AT&T’s Aspire Mentoring Academy, which was…
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