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Upcoming events at Page & Flame
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... LANDRUM—Page & Flame bookstore will be hosting a Supervolcano talk on Sunday, July 21, from 1 to 2 p.m. Former Polk County resident Savannah Devine will discuss her work at the University of New Mexico and share her experience using satellite data to study the Valles Caldera.
‘Sweet’ shelter dogs needed a home. Now the best friends have a new one — together
Two dog friends were surrendered when their owner couldn’t take care of them. Then came the heartwarming news that the “sweet” South Carolina pups were adopted — together. “Our team was so excited for them when they were adopted because oftentimes when we have bonded pairs...
Fourth Friday book signing at the BookShelf
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... TRYON—Local author Robin A. Edgar will be signing her latest book, In My Father’s Footsteps, on July 26 during Fourth Friday from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at the BookShelf. Located at 17 South Trade Street in Tryon, the independent bookstore specializes in books, gifts, designer chocolates, wooden toys, and Morris the Horse artifacts.
DP3 Architects, Ltd.
DP3 Architects is pleased to announce the addition of two new team members to the firm, Diana Courson and Laurel Getty. Both Diana and Laurel were previously summer interns at DP3 Architects, and the firm is thrilled to have them back as full-time team members. Diana recently received her Master...
ASE Private Wealth™
Greenville, SC, July 16th, 2024 – ASE Private Wealth. announced today that Devery “Rusty” Cagle has been named CEO of the company and Steven S. Fogerty has been named the company’s new President. This new leadership structure will help drive the company’s growth and innovation. The...
Pickens speakeasy holds grand opening
PICKENS — After a soft launch, The Downlow is licensed to serve. On Friday night, owner, Tiffany Orcena cut the ribbon on Pickens only speakeasy vibe bar. The Downlow serves local wine, beer and moonshine along with small bites and is located at 205 E. Main Street. Pickens. The...
Greenville deputies charge mother, step-grandfather after child dies from gunshot wound
The Greenville County Sheriff’s Office has charged two individuals after a two-year-old died from a gunshot wound. According to an email from Lt. Ryan Flood with the Greenville County Sheriff’s Office, Deylakotia Simon Burgess, 32, and Willie Tyron Burgess Jr., 50, both of Simpsonville, were charged with unlawfully placing a child at risk.
Member of the Month
The Greater Pickens Chamber of Commerce’s July Member of the Month is Foothills Family Optical. The Pickens buisness is family-owned and operated and aims to meet the needs of the community through quality optical services and caring customer service. Foothills Family Optical takes pride in being one of the few optical shops that is set up to offer same-day service for many prescriptions. Foothills Family Optical values each customer as an individual, strives for healthy vision and has worked to create a relaxing, enjoyable atmosphere to shop for new glasses. Pictured are chamber ambassadors Meechi Green, Hugh Latimer and Brittany Chapman, owner Ben Cade, and chamber board members Trish Morgan, Debbie Gravely, Bryan Owens and Jessica Callahan. Foothills Family Optical is located at 404 Johnson St. in Pickens and is open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m. and Wednesday from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. For more information or to make an appointment, call (864) 301-8440.
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GREENVILLE, S.C. – Courtney Tessler, the first CEO in the history of the Greenville Jewish Federation, has been honored by Greenville Business Magazine as an SC Women in Business honoree. The SC Women in Business Awards are for female entrepreneurs, executives, employees and organizations they run and those who...
Hagood Mill to host Banjo Extravaganza on Saturday
PICKENS — The Hagood Mill will look to bring together music lovers from around the area on Saturday, July 20th for a Banjo Extravaganza. This educational event will trace the long history of the banjo from its earliest beginnings as a gourd instrument in Africa to today’s modern-day cousin, which is well recognized. Eventgoers can expect to enjoy.
Former ECU Pirate Becomes Program’s First Major League All-Star
My father was a professional photojournalist. If he told me once, he told me a thousand times, “When it comes to sports, you never root for a team or player, you root for the story.” Last night major league baseball held its annual all-star game. And the story that emerged for me? Former East Carolina University Pirate, Jeff Hoffman making history. Last night, he became the program’s very first big-league all-star.
Here's what Greenville city, county employees make in 2024
GREENVILLE — Like in many organizations, employees make up the largest share of Greenville city and county's annual budget. Through records requests and reviewing of each government's budget, The Post and Courier has obtained the salaries of city and county officials for public viewing. In South Carolina, public records...
Market at the Mill has high hopes for grand reopening
PICKENS — A sprawling, “something for everybody” collection of family-friendly shops established across a. 110-acre Pickens property and three warehouses worth of business, the Market at the Mill has grown and flourished since its opening in March 2020, now boasting nearly 100 local businesses. Now, the local...
A Greenville sports bar goes alcohol-free to stay alive. Owners blame state liquor laws.
GREENVILLE — Local Cue, a popular neighborhood sports bar in Haywood Plaza, will no longer sell alcohol after management said they have been unable to find insurance amid ongoing liquor liability law costs in South Carolina. It's an effort to stay afloat while hoping for reform. General Manager Mike...
Southern First Reports Results for Second Quarter 2024
Southern First Bancshares, Inc. holding company for Southern First Bank, announced its financial results for the three-month period ended June 30, 2024. “We reported solid performance in the second quarter with improved profitability across all measures. Loans and core deposits were modestly down, as expected, as we continue to focus on disciplined pricing on both sides of the balance sheet. Noninterest-bearing deposit growth was excellent, which reflects the strength of our team. We are expanding profitable client relationships by delivering a unique, authentic service experience. Economic conditions across all our markets remain positive, but we are constantly aware of the broader environment and remain diligent and conservative. Our focus on building a strong, high-quality balance sheet with measured, deliberate growth has been paying off in our financial results,” stated Art Seaver, the Company’s Chief Executive Officer. “We are balancing our objective of delivering high performance today with our patience in building an even stronger company for the future. Part of this effort is attracting high-quality talent to our Southern First team and we did just that this quarter with the addition of Chris Zych as Chief Financial Officer. Chris’s depth of experience and success in banking over the years will be an asset to us.”
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