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Caterpillar Facility in Newberry to Increase Capacity, Investment to Create 500 New Jobs
Caterpillar has announced plans to increase operations at its facility in Newberry County. The state and Newberry County have worked to assist the company with its expansion plans for Newberry, which should be completed in the next several years. More details

Join Hollywild for its Annual International Earth Day Celebration on Saturday
Across the world, many celebrate Earth Day on April 22nd but others choose to celebrate International Earth day on the day of the vernal equinox, which is the date used by the United Nations. In 2010 this happens at 1:32 PM Eastern Daylight Time on March 20th. More details

The Peace Center Presents the “Bleacher Boys” Starting April 5
“Bleacher Boys” is the story of five men – who shared a common boyhood dream of growing up and playing major league baseball, each of whose dream was dashed at an early age due to blindness, whose stories differ in detail, yet share that one common element. Their stories unfold in chapters like the innings of a baseball game. More details

Conference to Unite Former USC Student Activists on Friday Through Sunday
Some of South Carolina’s student activists from the 1960s and 1970s will join historians March 19 – 21 at the University of South Carolina for a public conference on the impact of student activism in the South. Titled “Student Activism, Southern Style: Organizing and Protest in the 1960s and 1970s.” More details

Brooks Center to Host its Biggest Night of Classical Music
on March 24
The Brooks Center for the Performing Arts at Clemson University will host its biggest night of classical music in the center’s 16-year history at 8 p.m. Wednesday, March 24. The concert will feature Lang Lang, the world’s most-recognized classical pianist. More details

Biltmore Announces 14th Annual Concert Series
A mix of Grammy-winning artists, “American Idol” favorites and contemporary Christian artists highlight Biltmore’s annual concert series, which grows from a summertime event to one stretching from June to October this year. Grammy Award winners include Mary Chapin Carpenter and Kathy Mattea, who return to Biltmore, and well-known artists Steve Miller Band and The Legendary Temptations. More details

Ten at The Top Names Executive Director to Lead New Regional Collaboration Effort
Ten at the Top, a ten-county not-for-profit organization in Upstate South Carolina that is dedicated to promoting regional collaboration while enhancing the quality of life for residents in the region, has hired its first full-time Executive Director. Dean Hybl recently assumed the position after spending the last five years promoting regional collaboration in the Central Florida area. More details

Dr. Beth Reynolds’ Classroom is a Real Barnyard for Students!
Robert E. Cashion’s Dr. Beth Reynolds teaches her first graders about agriculture and farming during writing, social studies, and math assignments. In language arts they learn about farm commodities and participate in hands-on activities involving food and fiber. More details

All Aboard for the "Peanuts™ Easter Beagle Express" at Great Smoky Mountains Railroad, On April 2 & 3
The Great Smoky Mountains Railroad is pleased to announce the "Peanuts™ Easter Beagle Express" on Friday, April 2nd, and Saturday, April 3rd, 2010. Trains will depart the historic Bryson City depot at 10:30 a.m. More details

Second Annual ShalomFest in Greenville, South Carolina
on Sunday
Temple of Israel is pleased to announce that ShalomFest’10, the second annual Jewish cultural and food festival, will take place on Sunday, March 21, 2010, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., with free entrance to the Campus of Temple of Israel at 400 Spring Forest Road. Temple of Israel is located off Haywood Road, one mile north of Haywood Mall in Greenville. More details

Moulton Logistics Announces Facility in Berkeley County, Investment to Create 500 Jobs
The South Carolina Department of Commerce has announced that Moulton Logistics Management will locate its new distribution and logistics facility in Berkeley County. The $25 million investment is expected to generate 500 new jobs in the next five years. More details

Thirteen GCS Teachers Chosen to Participate in 2010 Science PLUS Institute
Thirteen Greenville County Schools teachers will participate in week-long sessions at the 2010 Science PLUS Institute, held at Roper Mountain Science Center June 14-25. More than 110 teachers from across South Carolina will attend. More details

Hollywild Animal Park Will Host Photography Day 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. on April 10
Professional and amateur photographers will be welcomed to the park with special amenities set up to enable them to hone their craft with fun and fascinating subjects – the amazing animals who call Hollywild home. During the event Spartanburg Photographic Center is sponsoring workshops and will have experts on site from Nikon and/or Cannon. More details

Temperatures May be Rising, But Cataloochee
is Still Keeping it Cool
Spring is just around the corner, but skiing and Snowboarding at the Catalooche Ski Area is still in full swing! What better way to enjoy the wonderful mountain scenery and get some great exercise, than bringing the whole family out for some fun on the snow? More details

"Top of the Hops" – Greenville Beer Festival Tickets Now on Sale
Come out for the Inaugural "Top of the Hops" Beer Festival in Greenville, South Carolina on Saturday, April 10th at the BI-LO Center! Admission includes two ounce unlimited sampling of craft beers from around the world combined with great food, music and games at the BI-LO Center. More details

The IMO Group to Locate New Operations in Dorchester County and Create 190 New Jobs
The IMO Group, one of the world’s leading manufacturers of slewing rings and slew drives, as well as experts in the machine and plant manufacturing sector, will locate its first U.S. manufacturing facility in Dorchester County. The South Carolina operation will be called IMO USA Corp. and will ultimately employ 190 workers and generate a $47 million capital investment. More details

Clemson Hosts International Leaders in Education Program
For the second year Clemson University’s Eugene T. Moore School of Education has been awarded a grant of more than $160,000 to be one of five universities hosting teachers from around the globe. As a participant in the International Leaders in Education Program Clemson is hosting 16 teachers from nine countries. More details

Submit Nominations for the 2010 Upstate Diversity Leadership Awards Today! Deadline on March 26
Do you know a diversity champion? An Upstate person, organization or business who demonstrates leadership in promoting diversity and inclusion as an important individual or organizational mission? More details

University of South Carolina Recognized for Community Service
The University of South Carolina’s Columbia campus has been named to the 2009 President’s Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll. The highest federal recognition a college or university can receive for its commitment to volunteering, service learning and civic engagement. More details

Sharing the Road Is Important in Our Community
Our streets and highways are becoming more crowded every day. Therefore, it is necessary that you, as a driver, bicyclist or pedestrian, practice the rules of the road. More details

MTU Detroit Diesel to Open New Engine Production Facility in Aiken County
The South Carolina Department of Commerce and MTU Detroit Diesel Inc. has confirmed that the company will be opening a new manufacturing facility in Aiken County, S.C. where it will begin building Series 2000 and Series 4000 engines by the end of the year. The company hosted an announcement event at the new facility. More details

Greenville's "Downtown Alive" Returns on Thursday
The weekly music series at Hyatt Plaza on Main Street continues for 24 weeks between late March and early September. Featuring local, regional and national entertainers with sounds including rock, blues, funk, and cover bands. More details

Want Ultra High Speed Internet?
Google has announced plans to test ultra-high speed broadband networks in one or more trial locations across the country. If you would like for Greenville and upstate area to be the community chosen for the trial, go to Google Fiber and click on "Nominate Your Community" to help bring the network to us. More details

The Greenville Little Theatre to Hold Auditions for "Oklahoma!" on March 22
The Greenville Little Theatre will hold auditions for Rodgers and Hammerstein's "Oklahoma!" on Monday, March 22 at 7 p.m. Roles are available for approximately 35 singers/actors and dancers of various ages, 13 and up. More details

Fashion Show To Benefit Flat Rock Playhouse on Wednesday
The Supporting Players guild of Flat Rock Playhouse is hosting a fashion show and seated luncheon to benefit the State Theatre. The Passion for Fashion event is scheduled for March 17 at 11:30 a.m. at Kenmure Country Club. More details

US Airways Magazine Profiles Downtown Greenville for March Issue
US Airways Magazine will highlight downtown Greenville as part of its March 2010 Key to the City profile series. A 28-page editorial feature which combines traditional travel related information with a comprehensive look at downtown Greenville including its vibrant setting, business opportunity, high quality restaurants, cultural venues and award-winning quality of life. More details

Tips on Combating Spring Time Moles
Although the Extension office fields phone calls about moles all year, it seems like the greatest number of calls come in January through March. Whatever the reason for the obsessive tunneling, homeowners often find the ridges and mounds enough of a nuisance to seek a remedy. More details

BMW Group USA Reports February Sales
BMW Group in the U.S. (BMW and MINI combined) increased its February sales 13.7 percent selling 17,971 vehicles compared to the same month in 2009. Both the BMW and MINI brands improved performance with BMW reporting a sales increase of 16.3 percent to 15,100 units and MINI a 1.6 percent increase to 2,871 vehicles. More details

Eat Smart and Move More in March
March is National Nutrition Month®. This year eat better by focusing on the basics to build your health from the ground up. More details

Winners Announced for Chimney Rock Photo Contest
Nearly 100 entries were received for the Share Your Favorite Moments themed contest. Contestants always surprise and delight with their creative and fun photos, making choosing the winners really tough. More details

Check Out the South Carolina Assistive Technology Expo 2010 on Thursday
Are you interested in the latest assistive technology devices, equipment, gadgets, and software to help people of all ages live more independently in all areas of life? Make plans to attend the South Carolina Assistive Technology Expo 2010. More details

Flat Rock Playhouse Presents "Schoolhouse Rock Live"Through Sunday
YouTheatre of Flat Rock Playhouse presents "Schoolhouse Rock Live!", the stage adaptation of the award-winning cartoon series that became a part of the consciousness of an entire generation. "Schoolhouse Rock" was famous for its clever and likable songs - songs that were so entertaining, kids didn't realize they were learning as they memorized the tunes. More details

The Palmetto Conservation Announces the Hell Hole Spring 2010 Outings
Hell Hole Swamp is a swamp in northeastern Berkeley County, South Carolina - and is famous for its unique name. It is located entirely within the Francis Marion National Forest and contains 2,125 acres, all of which is designated as a wilderness area. More details

BMW Charity Pro-Am Announces 10 More Celebrity Commitments
for 2010
Ten more celebrity commitments for the 10th annual BMW Charity Pro-Am presented by SYNNEX Corporation have been released. The latest commitments for the golf tournament include "LOST" actor Terry O’Quinn. More details

American Truetzschler Inc. Announces Expansion in Greer, Investment Expected to Create 30 New Jobs
The South Carolina Department of Commerce, the Greenville Area Development Corporation and the Greer Development Corporation has announced that American Truetzschler Inc. will expand its operations into Greenville County, as the result of the acquisition of the Hollingsworth company assets. The $3.5 million investment is expected to generate 30 new jobs. More details

Greenville Launches iPhone Application for Citzen Requsts
The City of Greenville launched Greenville 311, its first-ever iPhone/iTouch application. Greenville 311 is a free, simple way for citizens to quickly report problems and request City services. More details

Red Panda Makes Debut at Greenville Zoo
Guests visiting the Greenville Zoo will have the opportunity to meet its newest resident. The Greenville Zoo’s new red panda named Firecracker, a 3-year old male, joins the Zoo as a companion to a 5-year-old female named Scarlett. More details

Now is the Perfect Time to Prepare That Garden for Growing Season!
Time to start getting ready for spring! Be prepared by doing these garden chores in February. More details

Defense Venture Group Announces $50 Million in New Facilities in Lancaster County; 220 New S.C. Jobs
Defense Venture Group has announced it will locate a new manufacturing, research and development and headquarters functions in Lancaster County. The $50 million investment is expected to generate 220 new jobs. More details

Proterra Selects Greenville as Location for Research, Development & Manufacturing Plant; $68 Million Investment, 1,309 New Jobs
Proterra Inc., which develops and assembles drive and energy storage systems for heavy-duty vehicles, including their ground-breaking BE-35 fast-charge battery-electric transit bus, today announced that it will locate a facility in Greenville County at the Clemson University International Center for Automotive Research (CU-ICAR) for research and development as well as assembly of its products. Jeff Granato, CEO of Proterra Inc., said, “We are very excited to pursue the next stage of Proterra’s manufacturing and development in Greenville. More details

Spring Will Be Back Before You Know it, Here are Some Tips on Backyard Composting
It won’t be long before many western North Carolina gardeners will be ready to get out and start working up that garden soil. When you shove your shovel into the ground, are you faced with sticky red clay, rather than the nice loamy soil you envision? More details

Suminoe Textile Corp. Announces Expansion in Cherokee County; Investment to Create 50 New Jobs
The South Carolina Department of Commerce and Cherokee County today announced that Suminoe Textile of America Corporation (STA) will expand its operations in Cherokee County. The $6.5 million investment is expected to generate 50 new jobs. More details

Greenville Continues Work on Downtown Tree Management Plan
To help ensure the sustainability of Main Street's trees, the City of Greenville will continue its proactive implementation of the Main Street Tree Management Plan. Work will begin the week of January 18, 2010 near the McBee Avenue intersection. More details

Great Smoky Mountains Railroad Announces Winter & Spring Excursions
All Aboard for winter and spring journeys as the Great Smoky Mountains Railroad takes you through a remote corner of North Carolina into river gorges and tunnels carved out of mountains. The Great Smoky Mountains Railroad has adventures, excursions and special events planned throughout 2010, and is excited to announce our first quarter schedule. More details

Clemson University Awarded EPA Grant to Research Potential Drinking Water Contamination
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has awarded a $900,000 grant to Clemson University in Clemson, S.C., to investigate the potential for the geological sequestration of carbon dioxide to affect underground sources of drinking water. Injecting carbon dioxide into depleted oil or gas fields and underground saline aquifers is increasingly being considered to remove large quantities of greenhouse gas from the atmosphere and help address climate change. More details

New Green Technologies Course Readies Students for Careers in Alternative Energy
Classroom instruction in five South Carolina school districts, including upstate disctricts Spartanburg Three, and Anderson One and Two, is “going green” with a pilot program to get students ready for jobs in the emerging field of alternative energy. The new GreenSTEM initiative is an innovative high school course focused on green technologies. More details

Upstate Together: Creating Our Place in the New Economic Environment
The Fifth Leadership Issues Series will address creating a place in the new economic environment. This event is set for November 12. More details

Introduce Kids to Hiking
We all know children who spend too much time indoors and not enough outside playing, let alone exploring nature. To help combat children’s inactivity and lack of knowledge and comfort with the natural world, PCF, with sponsorship from Palmetto Health, has launched a new program to teach kids through a combination of classroom lessons and outdoor recreation instruction.
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Greenville Ranked Among Relocate America's
Top 100 Places to Live
Greenville has recently been named to Relocate America's Top 100 Places to Live. 2007 marks the tenth year compiling this list of the best places to live in the United States. More details

Regional and National Blood Supply Low, Donations Urgently Needed
The nation’s blood banks, represented by the American Red Cross, American Association of Blood Banks, and America’s Blood Centers, are asking for immediate blood donations to boost already critically low blood supplies. This call to action comes at a time when blood is traditionally in short supply due to the holidays, travel schedules, and illness. More details

Mice on Main – A Great Way to Spend Some Time with the Kids!
Margaret Wise Brown’s timeless children’s classic, “Goodnight Moon,” is the endearing story of a young bunny in striped pajamas who has to tell everyone and everything – in his room and in the world – goodnight before he can go to sleep for the night. Most any child or parent who has had a preschool child during any time in the last 50 years or so probably knows at least part of the brief and charming poetry that fills the pages of the book. So it comes as no surprise that a great many kids – with parents or grandparents in tow – have had a good time indeed in downtown Greenville as they search for those elusive “Mice on Main.”More details

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