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SCSDB Foundation Ribbon Cutting Marks New Era for School for the Deaf Science Lab
SPARTANBURG, S.C. — The South Carolina School for the Deaf and the Blind (SCSDB) proudly celebrated the opening of its newly refurbished science lab at the School for the Deaf with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on October 22. This milestone marks the successful completion of an initiative driven by the vision and dedication of the school's science staff and the generosity of community sponsors. In 2024, science teachers at the School for the Deaf identified the need to modern
5 days ago


Soapstone Endowment reaches goal
PICKENS COUNTY, SC -- The Soapstone Preservation Endowment has completed its three-year campaign to create a $1 million endowment safeguarding one of South Carolina’s most powerful stories of faith, freedom, and perseverance. “With lots of help and God’s blessing, we did it,” said Carlton Owen, Chairman of the Soapstone Preservation Endowment, after a board meeting Tuesday afternoon. Established in 2022, the Endowment ensures the long-term protection of the Liberia Communit
Oct 21


Broadstreet Global raises $50,000 for Habitat
This year's event raised $100,000 in support of two organizations central to Greenville's social fabric: Habitat for Humanity of Greenville County, which builds pathways to affordable homeownership for working families, and Shriners Children's Greenville, which has provided world-class pediatric specialty care regardless of ability to pay since 1927.
Oct 20


Hog and Barrel Festival returns this weekend
The 2025 Hog & Barrel Festival kicks off on Friday, October 24 at 7 p.m. with Taste of the Barrel, an elegant five-course bourbon dinner led by Chef Dayna Lee-Márquez of Comal 864, a 2023 James Beard Award semifinalist and Food Network’s Beat Bobby Flay alum. Each course is expertly paired with handcrafted cocktails by Graham Stockley of Escorpión.
Oct 20


New Gateway at the Green meets “Deepest Affordability Needs”
GREENVILLE, S.C. - Gateway at the Green, the new all-affordable 72-unit apartment community on Webb Road, officially opened today -- not only complete but also fully leased. “We knew this would be a really convenient workforce location,” said Bryan Brown, Greenville Housing Fund’s President and CEO. , of the complex located near the many businesses on Mall Connector, Congaree, and Woodruff Roads, as well as close to the Patewood medical campuses and the new City of Greenvil
Oct 16


acac donates $19,230 to Humane Society
Every year, acac Fitness & Wellness centers designate a month to host a 30 Days for $30 campaign, where 100 percent of all 30-day passes are donated to a local charity. This year, the three acac sites in the Upstate raised $19,230 for the Greenville Humane Society.
Oct 14


Sleep in Heavenly Peace thanks BASF ECMS for community impact
Two Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) with BASF Environmental Catalyst and Metal Solutions (ECMS) have been honored by Sleep in Heavenly Peace, a nonprofit dedicated to building and delivering beds to children in need.
Oct 8


Hollingworth Funds kicks off 25 year with banging website
GREENVILLE,SC – From reshaping the I-85 corridor through its real estate to spearheading the next generation of affordable housing and...
Oct 7


Patrick Furman promoted to Managing Broker at Herlong Sotheby’s International Realty
GREENVILLE, SC – Herlong Sotheby’s International Realty has named Patrick as its new Managing Broker for its McDaniel Greene office. As...
Oct 6


The next Greenville Jewish Film Festival Pop-Up Movie to be shown in November
GREENVILLE, SC – On November 9, the Greenville Jewish Film Festival Pop-Up Movie commemorates the 87 th anniversary of Kristallnacht...
Oct 1


OJRSA’s Coneross Creek Facility Recognized Nationally for Compliance
NACWA honors Oconee County Joint Regional Sewer Authority
Sep 22


Dan Wagner honored as one of South Carolina’s most influential
GREENVILLE, S.C. — Merging a career of business acumen, civic involvement, and mentoring, Dan Wagner was honored this week as one...
Sep 17


TGHA elects new board chair and vice chair
GREENVILLE, SC – A veteran of the Upstate’s residential and commercial real estate development and construction industry will be serving...
Sep 16


NHE earned fifth-straight Best Places to Work Honors
GREENVILLE, S.C. – NHE, Inc. took home its fifth consecutive honor as one of the Best Places to Work in South Carolina honor this week. ...
Sep 11


Habitat takes the ice!
Habitat for Humanity of Greenville County will hold its signature fundraising event, Dinner on Ice, on Tuesday, October 21, 2025, starting at 5 p.m. at the Bon Secours Wellness Arena. Presented in partnership with the Greenville Swamp Rabbits Hockey Team and the Bon Secours Wellness Arena, this unforgettable evening blends philanthropy, music, and playful competition to celebrate Habitat Greenville’s 40 years of building homes, communities, and hope.
Aug 28


Affordable housing key part of new Gordon Street Lofts
GREENVILLE, S.C. – Officials and community leaders welcomed the much-anticipated Gordon Street Lofts Tuesday afternoon. Located just...
Aug 27


Wagner Wealth Management earns honor
GREENVILLE, S.C. — Wagner Wealth Management has earned a SC Biz News Empowering Women Award. This is the firm’s second consecutive win,...
Aug 21


Greenville Housing Fund joins NeighborWorks America Network
Supporters of affordable housing in Greenville joined together at the Unity Park’s Welcome Center today for a reception to applaud Greenville Housing Fund’s official chartering as a new NeighborWorks America affiliate.
Aug 19


The famed Soapstone Baptist Fish Fry coming back for encore this September
PUMPKINTOWN, SC – The legendary Soapstone Baptist Church Fish Fry is coming back for an encore this September. As a spry 83-year-old,...
Aug 18


TGHA to provide vouchers for Voucher Action Sprint program aimed at helping people experiencing homelessness
GREENVILLE, SC -- The Greenville Housing Authority will be providing approximately 50 vouchers to current homeless persons in Greenville...
Aug 14
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