Spartanburg Water to build nature trail at Lake Blalock Park
April 14, 2025
Devastation caused by Hurricane Helene offers unique opportunity to improve park for visitors What do you do when Hurricane Helene gives you numerous lemons in the form of thousands of…
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Your Input, Our Progress: LCWSC Seeks Feedback in Customer Survey
April 14, 2025
At LCWSC, our customers and communities are at the heart of everything we do—and now we are asking for your input to help shape the future of our services. We…
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Spartanburg Water Cashiering Coordinator awarded with inaugural State Award for outstanding service
March 19, 2025
The South Carolina American Water Works Association (SCAWWA) awards Roberta Porter The South Carolina American Water Works Association (SCAWWA) recently awarded longtime Spartanburg Water Cashiering Coordinator, Roberta Porter, with the…
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ReWa CEO Joel Jones announces retirement, Rebecca West named next CEO
February 27, 2025
Jones began career as an operator trainee at ReWa Renewable Water Resources (ReWa) Chief Executive Officer Joel H. Jones has announced his plans to retire from his position on April…
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Area water and wastewater utilities celebrate “Water Professionals Day” on March 3
February 26, 2025
The first Monday in March each year marks the celebration following legislation passed in 2024 Professionals working in all areas of the drinking water, wastewater and stormwater industries will celebrate…
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Building the Future of Water Utilities – LCWSC Participates in the South Carolina Rural Water’s (SCRWA) Pre-Apprenticeship Program
February 12, 2025
The water and wastewater industry is the backbone of public health and environmental sustainability, yet many rural communities face a growing workforce gap. To address this challenge, the South Carolina…
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James Crepeau named Berkeley County Water & Sanitation Director
February 4, 2025
Berkeley County has named James Crepeau the new Director of Berkeley County Water and Sanitation (BCWS). His first official day in the position was Monday, January 27, 2025. Crepeau’s resume…
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Laurens County Water and Sewer Commission Featured in National “Rural Water Strong” Campaign
February 3, 2025
The Laurens County Water and Sewer Commission (LCWSC) was recently highlighted in the National Rural Water Association’s (NRWA) “Rural Water Strong” campaign, a nationwide initiative aimed at raising awareness about…
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LEC Pay It Forward Program: Angel Caughorn Supports Joanna Fire Department
January 27, 2025
Angel Caughorn, Member Service Representative at Laurens Electric Cooperative, paid forward $500 to the Joanna Fire Department as part of the cooperative’s employee Pay It Forward program. Founded in 1966,…
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South Carolina Water Utilities employees dedicate nearly 700 hours to supporting local communities in 2024
January 21, 2025
At South Carolina Water Utilities (SCWU), giving back to the community is more than just a priority—it’s part of our company culture. Through meaningful partnerships with nonprofit organizations across the…
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Laurens Electric Invites Students to Apply for Free Summer Trips and Scholarship Contests by Feb. 3
January 19, 2025
Laurens Electric Cooperative is offering nine local students an expense-paid trip to Washington, D.C. or Columbia, S.C., this summer. The annual Washington Youth Tour and Cooperative Youth Summit contests include…
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Berkeley County issues update on Red Bank Road Gravity Sewer Project
January 16, 2025
Anticipated Completion Date of Spring 2025 Berkeley County’s Red Bank Road Gravity Sewer Project in Goose Creek has made significant progress in recent weeks, with a tentative substantial completion date…
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Laurens Electric Cooperative Launches LEC Updates Text Message Service
January 15, 2025
Laurens Electric Cooperative (LEC) is introducing a new way to keep members informed: LEC Updates, a text messaging service designed to provide essential updates and information directly to your mobile…
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Upcountry Fiber and the Foundation for Rural Service award $5,000 joint grant to Clemson Rural Health Mobile Clinic
December 16, 2024
Grant will support essential health services for rural communities in Upstate South Carolina Upcountry Fiber, together with The Foundation for Rural Service (FRS), the philanthropic branch of NTCA–The Rural Broadband…
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Amber Guyton joins the South Carolina Power Team as Operations & Events Manager
December 10, 2024
The South Carolina Power Team announced the hiring of Amber Guyton as the Operations & Events Manager. In this role, Amber is responsible for the efficiency and performance of the…
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City of Charleston celebrates breaking ground on the final phase of Huger and King Street pump station
October 30, 2024
The City of Charleston hosted a groundbreaking to celebrate entering the final phase of the Huger Street and King Street Pump Station. Upon completion, this pump station will increase flow…
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Spartanburg Water submits inventory findings for Lead and Copper Rule revision requirement
October 17, 2024
The samples collected showed no lead service or “unknown” lines throughout distribution system In late 2021, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) released a revised version of its Lead and Copper…
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Laurens Electric Powers Through Hurricane Helene Recovery Efforts
October 11, 2024
It’s been a long and challenging two weeks since Hurricane Helene tore through the Upstate of South Carolina, leaving behind a trail of devastation and widespread power outages. But through…
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Fintech platform WayThru names top industry veteran Jason Yates as new Client Operations and Engagement Director
October 9, 2024
Yates joins the pioneering AI-based debt resolution software company to lead national rollout after successful beta WayThru, an industry-leading AI-based digital platform for managing and resolving debt obligations, has announced…
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Birla Carbon announces $1 billion investment to build production facility in Orangeburg, South Carolina
October 8, 2024
Birla Carbon announced plans to build a $1 billion production facility at the Tri-County Global Industrial Site (TCGIS) in Orangeburg, SC. The facility will create 124 jobs when fully operational.…
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Laurens Electric Monday Morning Power Restoration Update
October 7, 2024
As of Monday at 8:00 a.m., 6,105 of our members (or 9%) remain without power. We are in the most difficult and time-consuming phase of the restoration process. Although crews…
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Laurens Electric Saturday Morning Update
October 5, 2024
As of Saturday at 9:00 a.m., 12,715 members remain without power. Service has been restored to 51,151 members, representing 81% of our member-base. We are entering the most difficult phase…
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Laurens Electric Friday Morning Update
October 4, 2024
As of Friday at 8:30 a.m., 16,337 members remain without power. Service has been restored to 47,525 members, representing 75% of our member-base. All 32 substations are back online. There…
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Spartanburg Water to hold drive-through water fill station again on October 3
October 3, 2024
Due to demand, Spartanburg Water will again be offering a drive-through water fill station, October 3, 2024 from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. at our Collection & Distribution Complex –…
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Laurens Electric – Wednesday Morning Update
October 2, 2024
As of Wednesday at 8 a.m., power has been restored to 36,227 members, representing 57% of our member-base. 22 of 32 substations are back online. The number of broken power…
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Laurens County Water & Sewer Commission Reassures Residents of Safe Drinking Water Post-Hurricane Helene
September 30, 2024
In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, rumors have been circulating throughout the Upstate concerning the safety and availability of drinking water. The Laurens County Water & Sewer Commission (LCWSC) has…
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Terracon names Chadwick Johnson Director of Electric Utilities
September 20, 2024
Terracon, a leading national consulting engineering firm comprised of engineers, scientists, architects, facilities experts, and field professionals, has named Chadwick Johnson Director of Electric Utilities. He will be responsible for business and…
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State honors R.B. Simms and Landrum Water Treatment Facilities
September 19, 2024
Small number of water utilities across South Carolina receive recognition by Area-Wide Optimization Program The Landrum and R.B. Simms Water Treatment Facilities received the South Carolina Area-Wide Optimization Excellence Award…
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Spartanburg Water awarded for more than 50 Years of Fluoridation
September 19, 2024
The South Carolina Department of Environmental Services (SCDES) announced that the R.B. Simms Drinking Water Treatment Facility was recently honored with a Water Fluoridation Quality Award from the U.S. Centers…
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South Carolina Water Utilities hosts statewide school supply drive
September 6, 2024
Local Utilities Supply More Than 125 Students with Backpacks and Supplies South Carolina Water Utilities, Inc. (SCWU) and its member companies, Blue Granite Water, Palmetto Utilities, and Kiawah Island Utilities,…
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Emerger Strategies’ Sustainability Boot Camp at Lowcountry Local First
August 12, 2024
Love the Lowcountry? Want to ensure your company is protecting what you love by being socially and environmentally responsible? Our Sustainability Boot Camp series is designed to empower businesses with…
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All nine Spartanburg Sanitary Sewer District water treatment facilities recognized for outstanding compliance
August 5, 2024
The Spartanburg Sanitary Sewer District (SSSD) is celebrating another year as the recipient of nine National Association of Clean Water Agencies (NACWA) Peak Performance Awards for its wastewater treatment facilities.…
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Ken Tuck wins prestigious George Warren Fuller Award
July 8, 2024
Spartanburg Water Director of Drinking Water Services Awarded Honor by the American Water Works Association Spartanburg Water Director of Drinking Water Services, Ken Tuck, was recently awarded the prestigious George…
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Spartanburg Water’s Customer Calendar Photo Contest kicking off
July 8, 2024
Spartanburg Water’s Customer Calendar Photo Contest is back! It’s a favorite for many, and we are excited to once again open the opportunity for customers to participate. The contest runs from Monday, July 8 through Monday, August 5, 2024. Water…
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South Carolina Water Utilities hires communications and government relations director
June 27, 2024
South Carolina Water Utilities Hires Communications and Government Relations Director South Carolina Water Utilities welcomes Clara Thomas as communications and government relations director. After a recent merger which greatly increased…
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Spartanburg Water and SJWD partner to benefit customers
June 26, 2024
Partnership is a regional approach to drinking water resources Beginning July 1, Startex-Jackson-Wellford-Duncan Water District (SJWD) and Spartanburg Water will partner together to provide SJWD customers with a strategic approach…
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Santee Cooper’s Lake Moultrie Regional Water System awarded for 25 years of outstanding performance
June 17, 2024
Santee Cooper received the 25-Year Directors Award from the Partnership for Safe Water, a program developed by Environmental Protection Agency, American Water Works Association, and associated Partner organizations to guide water utilities toward improving…
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Upstate Home Maintenance Services announces summer special
May 22, 2024
Upstate Home Maintenance Services, a premier HVAC company specializing in heating and cooling solutions in the Upstate South Carolina area, is excited to introduce their Free Duct Cleaning promotion in…
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Upstate Home Maintenance Services announces tax season blowout sale on heat pump systems
April 3, 2024
Upstate Home Maintenance Services, a leading HVAC company specializing in heating and cooling services in the Upstate South Carolina area, today announces their Tax Season BLOWOUT Sale on heat pump…
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Upcountry Fiber to build broadband infrastructure in underserved areas of Pickens County to reach more than 9,100 addresses
March 27, 2024
$17.75 million project to help bridge the “digital divide” for the underserved Underserved areas of Pickens County in parts of the Liberty, Dacusville and Six Mile areas will soon have…
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WCFIBER and Upcountry Fiber to bring broadband internet to nearly 13,000 in underserved areas of Anderson County
March 11, 2024
Underserved areas of Anderson County will soon have access to broadband internet through internet service providers WCFIBER, a wholly-owned subsidiary of West Carolina Rural Telephone Cooperative (WCTEL), and Upcountry Fiber,…
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Woolpert contracted by Greenville Water to provide bathymetric mapping for North Saluda and Table Rock Reservoirs
February 26, 2024
The data will be used to compile a high-density point cloud to assess, plan, and enhance the region’s source water management. Greenville Water has contracted Woolpert to acquire bathymetric survey data of the…
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Dipple Plumbing, Electrical, Heating & Air announces Winter Specials and Best of the Upstate nominations
February 19, 2024
Dipple Plumbing, Electrical, Heating & Air, a trusted provider of comprehensive home services in the Carolinas, announced its Winter Specials and participation in the Best of the Upstate nominations. As…
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Exhibit at Upcountry History Museum explores Centennial Legacy of The Duke Endowment
February 12, 2024A traveling exhibit highlighting a century of progress as envisioned by James B. Duke, founder of The Duke Endowment, is now on display at the Upcountry History Museum – Greenville…
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Lawrence Flynn, public finance attorney at Pope Flynn, named Best Lawyers® 2024 Public Finance Law and Utilities Law “Lawyer of the Year” in Columbia
January 26, 2024
Lawrence Flynn, a public finance and governmental law attorney and member of the management team with Pope Flynn, has received “Lawyer of the Year” in Public Finance Law for Columbia…
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Laurens County Water and Sewer Commission
January 9, 2024
The mission of the Laurens County Water and Sewer Commission is to ensure that our customers are provided with a sustainable supply of safe, quality drinking water and to provide…
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Spartanburg Water provides grant support to Play.Advocate.Live Well. (PAL)
December 21, 2023
Grant will help fund the Spartanburg organization’s Trails Stewardship Program Play.Advocate.Live Well. (PAL) was recently awarded a grant for more than $3,500 by Spartanburg Water to assist with the success…
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Spartanburg Water provides ongoing support to Watershed Ecology Center
December 19, 2023$23,000 grant will help Center continue education for 23,000 local students The USC Upstate Watershed Ecology Center (WEC) was recently awarded a $23,000 grant by Spartanburg Water to help continue…
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Spartanburg Water provides ongoing support to Watershed Ecology Center
December 18, 2023
$23,000 grant will help Center continue education for 23,000 local students The USC Upstate Watershed Ecology Center (WEC) was recently awarded a $23,000 grant by Spartanburg Water to help continue…
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Spartanburg Water’s Jimmy Vess and Sean Henderson honored with state Quarter Century Operator Award
December 18, 2023
Long time Spartanburg Water wastewater treatment operators Jimmy Vess and Sean Henderson were recently honored with the “Quarter Century Operator” Award at the annual Water Environment Association of South Carolina…
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