CONWAY, South Carolina, July 23 -- Coastal Carolina University posted the following news: * * * A Legacy Honored Beneath the Waves * Coastal Carolina University honored the legacy of alumna Jessica Lynne Headlee '17 with the deployment of a memorial reef block on June 5, 2026. The reef block was deployed on the southern edge of the Ron McManus Memorial Reef, approximately five miles off Cherry Grove Pier. Developed through the University's Smart Reef Initiative in partnership with the Jim Caudle Artificial Reef Foundation, the South Carol more PR

ROCK HILL, South Carolina, July 23 -- Winthrop University posted the following news: * * * Alumni Executive Board Welcomes Four New Members * HIGHLIGHTS * Christina Alexander '05, Bob Bazemore '85, James Hammond '88 and Tadean Page '18 have joined the Alumni Association Executive Board and will serve a three-year term, which began on July 1. * The executive board meets three times a year as the governing body of Winthrop alumni and oversees the transaction of Alumni Association business. 1. 1 2. 2 3. 3 4. 4 ROCK HILL, SO more PR

COLUMBIA, South Carolina, July 22 -- South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson issued the following news: * * * Attorney General Alan Wilson announces Latta woman charged with stealing more than $34,000 from nursing home resident * (COLUMBIA, S.C.) - South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson announced that his office's Vulnerable Adults and Medicaid Provider Fraud unit (VAMPF), with the assistance of the Dillon County Sheriff's Office, has arrested Delores Ann Edge, 64 years old, of Latta, S.C. Edge faces the following charges: * O more PR

CHARLOTTE, North Carolina, July 23 [Category: BizFinancial Services] -- Bank of America, a financial institution, posted the following news release: * * * Bank of America and Carolina Panthers Extend Naming Rights for Bank of America Stadium, Reinforcing Long-Term Commitment to Charlotte and the Carolinas * Tepper Sports & Entertainment showcases fan-focused enhancements in new renderings and increases private investment, bringing the total project to more than $1.3 billion Key points * Bank of America and Carolina Panthers have extend more PR

WASHINGTON, July 23 [Category: Financial Services] -- The Consumer Bankers Association posted the following news release: * * * BankingDive: CBA Banking School Offers 'Immersive' Education for Would-Be Execs * How one executive education program became a proving ground for the banking industry's future leaders, like Eastern Bank President Quincy Miller. GREENVILLE, S.C. - With the Consumer Bankers Association's (CBA) 75th session of its Executive Banking School (EBS) currently underway at Furman University, BankingDive reporter Gabrielle  more PR

SACRAMENTO, California, July 24 -- The California Department of Public Health issued the following news release: * * * A Healthy School Year Starts with Back-to-School Vaccines CDPH reminds families to protect students by keeping children's immunizations up to date - The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) reminds families of the importance of routine vaccines as students return for the new school year. Vaccination helps keep kids in school and doing the activities they love by preventing the spread serious illnesses. Californi more PR

CLEMSON, South Carolina, July 23 -- Clemson University posted the following news: * * * Clemson's Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. earns Chapter of Distinction honor from North American Interfraternity Conference * Student Affairs Clemson University's Kappa Lambda Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. made history recently when it became the first historically Black fraternity to be named a Chapter of Distinction by the North American Interfraternity Conference (NIC). The honor, bestowed to just 122 chapters nationally since 2002, r more PR

ROCK HILL, South Carolina, July 23 -- Winthrop University posted the following news: * * * Company Newspaper for Springs Cotton Mill Now Available Online * HIGHLIGHTS * The Louise Pettus Archives and Special Collections at Winthrop University made available online the Springs Bulletin issues from 1943 to 1983. * The Springs Bulletin generally was published bimonthly for the employees, offering news and information about each of the plants, departments, employees and general information about the cotton industry. ROCK HILL, SOUTH CAR more PR

SPARTANBURG, South Carolina, July 23 -- Converse University posted the following news: * * * Converse University Announces 2026-2027 Trustees * Converse University is pleased to welcome 4 new members to its esteemed Board of Trustees : * Walter Goldsmith * Nakia Martin Alexander '97 * Cary Perkins '96, Ex Oficio * Anne Richardson Seabrook '82 Walter Goldsmith Walter Goldsmith, based in Charlotte, North Carolina, is the CEO of First Tryon Advisors, a financial advisory firm that supports local governments, colleges and unive more PR

GREENVILLE, South Carolina, July 22 -- Furman University posted the following news: * * * Danielle Vinson weighs in on Graham Nordone for open SC Senate seat * Furman University's Danielle Vinson spoke to WYFF News 4 about Darline Graham Nordone and her bid for the U.S. Senate seat left open by the sudden passing of her brother, Lindsey Graham. Vinson, a Furman alum and professor of politics and international affairs, said the special election Aug. 11 holds challenges for candidates who need to sway voters in a short amount of time. "They a more PR

CHARLOTTE, North Carolina, July 24 -- Duke Energy issued the following news release: * * * Duke Energy: Data center growth will deliver billions of dollars in customer savings * With the Customer Protection Plus framework, Duke Energy is committed to responsibly managing growth while maintaining reliability and creating customer benefits - Duke Energy customers will benefit from billions of dollars in long-term bill relief as data centers begin operations. "Data centers will provide billions of dollars in customer benefits," said Harry Si more PR

WASHINGTON, July 24 -- Sen. Mike Crapo, R-Idaho, chairman of the Senate Finance Committee, issued the following news release on July 23, 2026: * * * Finance Committee Advances Treasury Nominations The U.S. Senate Finance Committee advanced the nominations of Francis Brooke to be Deputy Secretary of the Treasury by a vote of 14-13, Erin Browne to be an Under Secretary of the Treasury by a vote of 14-13, Sriprakash Kothari to be an Assistant Secretary of the Treasury by a vote of 14-13, and George McMaster to be an Assistant Secretary of the T more PR

WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. July 20, 2026 Regulations Division Office of General Counsel Department of Housing and Urban Development 451 7th Street SW, Room 10276 Washington, DC 20410-0500 Submitted electronically via www.regulations.gov Re: Docket No. FR-6616-N-01 - Request for Information Regarding Products and Categories of Products Used in Housing Programs Pursuant to the Build America, B more ST

COLUMBIA, South Carolina, July 22 -- South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson issued the following news: * * * Fort Mill man arrested on five Child Sexual Abuse Material* charges * (COLUMBIA, S.C.) - South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson announced the arrest of George Alexander Toulas, 36, of Fort Mill, S.C., on five charges connected to the sexual exploitation of a minor. Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force investigators with the York County Sheriff's Office made the arrest. Investigators with the Attorney General's more PR

CLEMSON, South Carolina, July 23 -- Clemson University posted the following news: * * * From the Desk of the CWO: Introducing Clemson's Well-Being Resource Hub * Institutional Excellence One of the things we've heard consistently from our campus community is that Clemson offers an incredible number of well-being resources -but sometimes finding the right resource at the right time can feel overwhelming. That's why I am excited to announce the launch of the Clemson University Well-Being Resource Hub, a centralized resource designed to he more PR

GREENVILLE, South Carolina, July 23 -- Furman University posted the following news: * * * Furman raises over $50 million for third consecutive year * Furman University's alumni, parents, and friends committed more than $50.3 million to the university in the final year of Clearly Furman: The Campaign for Our Third Century. This is the third consecutive year that the university's supporters have committed more than $50 million, the first time this has happened in the history of the institution. "This was another groundbreaking year for Fu more PR

BALTIMORE, Maryland, July 23 -- Johns Hopkins University Bloomberg School of Public Health issued the following news release: * * * 'We Had It Coming': Cyclosporiasis Outbreak Reveals Holes in Food Safety System How gaps in surveillance allowed a hardy foodborne parasite to reach thousands of Americans. - An outbreak of an intestinal illness believed to be tied to leafy greens has sickened thousands of people across the United States this summer, causing symptoms that can persist for weeks--including explosive diarrhea. Called cyclospori more PR

GREENWOOD, South Carolina, July 22 -- Lander University posted the following news: * * * Lander Field Hockey Coach Part of Team USA at World Cup * While many coaches spend the summer preparing for their upcoming sports seasons, Lander University's head field hockey coach is competing in one of the sport's biggest competitions. Robbert Schenk is a member of Team USA at the 2026 World Masters Hockey World Cup, which began this week and continues through Aug. 1 in Schiedam, Netherlands. He will join elite athletes from around the globe in th more PR

WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. POST OFFICE BOX 1006 LAURENS, SOUTH CAROLINA 29360 degrees (864) 682-3250 Trust in FAX (864) 682-3260 Every Drop wwrw..cwsc.com July 20, 2026 U.S. Environmental Protection Agency EPA Docket Center, Office of Water Docket Mail Code 28221T 1200 Pennsylvania Avenue NW Washington, DC 20460 Re: Docket ID No. EPA-HQ-OW-2025-0654 - Rescission of Regulatory Determinati more ST

CLEMSON, South Carolina, July 23 -- Clemson University posted the following news: * * * Meet the Team: Rebecca DeGennaro * Rebecca DeGennaro, LVT, joins the Harvey S. Peeler Jr. College of Veterinary Medicine as a Veterinary Technical Educator. She says this is an opportunity to combine two of her greatest passions: veterinary medicine and education. DeGennaro is helping lay the foundation for South Carolina's first College of Veterinary Medicine while preparing future veterinarians for successful careers in the profession. "I just want t more PR

CHARLESTON, South Carolina, July 22 -- The Medical University of South Carolina issued the following news release: * * * MUSC Health breaks ground on new Hollings Cancer Center facility at Florence Medical Center * FLORENCE, S.C. (July 22, 2026) - MUSC Health officially broke ground on the future MUSC Hollings Cancer Center at Florence Medical Center, marking a significant milestone in expanding access to comprehensive, state-of-the-art cancer care for patients across the Pee Dee and northeastern South Carolina. Expected to open in Winter more PR

ATLANTA, Georgia, July 23 [Category: BizFinancial Services] -- Pinnacle Financial Partners, an asset regional bank that says it provides banking, investment, trust, mortgage and insurance products and services, posted the following news release: * * * Pinnacle Financial Partners adds experienced revenue producers in second quarter as growth model continues to accelerate * Firm hires 74 experienced revenue producers in 2Q26, bringing year-to-date total to 124 ATLANTA, July 23, 2026 - Pinnacle Financial Partners (NYSE: PNFP) added 74 exper more PR

WASHINGTON, July 22 -- Rep. Nancy Mace, R-South Carolina, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Nancy Mace Delivers Major Wins for South Carolina and America's Warfighters in FY27 House-Passed NDAA * WASHINGTON, D.C. (July 22, 2026) -Today, the House of Representatives passed the Fiscal Year 2027 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), which includes 56 wins secured by Congresswoman Nancy Mace (R-SC) for South Carolina, America's servicemembers, and our national defense. "The NDAA is about keeping America's military the stronge more PR

WASHINGTON, July 23 -- Rep. Nancy Mace, R-South Carolina, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Nancy Mace Introduces Resolution to Shut Down Race-Based Caucuses in Congress * WASHINGTON, D.C. (July 23, 2026) -Today, Congresswoman Nancy Mace (R-SC) introduced a resolution to put an end to race-based caucuses in Congress. The resolution would direct the Committee on House Administration to revoke and prevent the registration of Congressional Member Organizations (commonly known as caucuses) and Congressional Staff Organizations which more PR

WASHINGTON, July 23 -- Rep. Nancy Mace, R-South Carolina, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Nancy Mace Issues Statement on the Passing of Former State Rep. Chris Murphy * CHARLESTON, S.C. (July 23, 2026) - Congresswoman Nancy Mace (R-SC) released the following statement today on the passing of former South Carolina State Representative Chris Murphy, who died Wednesday at his home in Dorchester County: "Today, we mourn the loss of a friend, former colleague, and fellow Bulldog, Chris Murphy. Chris and I served together in the S more PR

SALEM, Virginia, July 24 -- Roanoke College issued the following Faculty & Staff News wrap-up: * * * Faculty & Staff News - July 2026 This month's faculty announcements include new research, media recognition, and a spotlight on student-faculty research: Henry H. & Trudye H. Fowler Associate Professor Daisy Ball (Criminal Justice) and Carly Lundgren '26 were selected to present at the Academy of Criminal Justice Sciences' annual meeting in Philadelphia. Their paper, "'Who cares...so what?' Romantic Partners of Returning Citizens and the No more PR

WASHINGTON, July 23 -- Sen. Tim Scott, R-South Carolina, issued the following news release: * * * Sen. Tim Scott honors Lindsey Graham, highlights Banking Committee wins at South Carolina Business Council * WASHINGTON - This week, U.S. Senator Tim Scott (R-S.C.) delivered remarks at a South Carolina Business Council gathering of industry and community leaders from across the Palmetto State in Washington. Sen. Scott honored the life and legacy of his friend and colleague, the late Sen. Lindsey Graham, and his decades of service to South Caro more PR

WASHINGTON, July 23 -- Sen. Tim Scott, R-South Carolina, issued the following news release: * * * Sen. Tim Scott hosts third Opportunity Leadership Summit * WASHINGTON - This week, U.S. Senator Tim Scott (R-S.C.) hosted his third Opportunity Leadership Summit. The Opportunity Leadership Summit brings together accomplished leaders in Washington and aspiring professionals for a day of candid conversations, panels, and career building. In its third year, the summit reflects Sen. Scott's commitment to investing in our nation's future and its  more PR

WASHINGTON, July 23 -- Sen. Tim Scott, R-South Carolina, issued the following news release: * * * Sens. Scott, Warnock introduce bill to support expectant and parenting youth with past experience in foster care * WASHINGTON - U.S. Senators Tim Scott (R-S.C.) and Raphael Warnock (D-Ga.) introduced the Support for Expectant and Parenting Foster Youth Act to provide young parents who have experienced the foster care system with the necessary resources that allow for healthy pregnancies, stable parenting, and successful transitions into adultho more PR

WASHINGTON, July 22 [Category: Union] -- The International Brotherhood of Teamsters posted the following news release: * * * Southern Glazer's Workers in South Carolina Join Teamsters * Press Contact: Maura Drumm Phone: (215) 510-3735 Email: mdrumm@teamster.org (WASHINGTON) - A group of 110 workers at Southern Glazer's Wine & Spirits in South Carolina have joined the Teamsters via the card check process. The Class A drivers, Class B drivers, driver leads, non-CDL drivers, yard hostlers, warehouse associates, warehouse custodians, and wa more PR

WASHINGTON, July 24 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory issued the following news release on July 22, 2026: * * * U.S. Department of Energy invests in Fermilab projects to accelerate AI-enabled scientific discovery The awards will support Fermilab projects by leveraging AI to boost innovation and technology development, advance DOE's Genesis Mission and accelerate scientific discovery. - The Department of Energy announced today the list of projects that will receive funding through the Genesis Mission:  more PR

WASHINGTON, July 23 -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture Natural Resources Conservation Service issued the following news: * * * USDA Announces $35 Million to Combat Feral Swine on American Agricultural Lands * (Washington, D.C., July 23, 2026) - The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is making available $35 million for partnerships to respond to the threat feral swine pose to American agriculture, landscapes and human and livestock health. This partnership opportunity is part of a broader $105 million investment for the Feral Swine Era more PR

COLUMBIA, South Carolina, July 23 -- The University of South Carolina posted the following news: * * * Venturesome USC professor wins one of fiction's most prestigious prizes * Known for her fluid, label-defying prose, author Julia Elliott found herself in excellent company last month among a literary cadre of distinct, even unconventional voices. As one of five finalists for the 2026 Carol Shields Prize for Fiction, she was in Toronto attending its June 2 gala presentation. To her delight, the nominated works could not be tucked into a sin more PR

ROCK HILL, South Carolina, July 23 -- Winthrop University posted the following news: * * * Volleyball Standout Avery Jolley Repeats as Female Scholar-Athlete of the Year * HIGHLIGHTS * The Knoxville, Tennessee, resident is the first back-to-back female scholar winner since 2005-07, and the Eagles' first back-to-back winner. * Other honors for Jolley included the 2025 Big South Volleyball Player of the Year and the Big South Christenberry Award winner for Academic Excellence. She graduated in December 2025 with a 4.0 in business admini more PR