Winthrop's Gamble to take redshirt year Nov 14, 2008
Raymond Davis, the 6-4 junior college transfer who will probably start at shooting guard tonight in the opener against North Greenville College, may try to learn the small forward position as well, or it could be 6-6 Cameron Stanley, the transfer from Wake Forest, who could start tonight at the four spot. Peele also considered a redshirt year for 6-2 freshman shooting guard Andre Jones, but Jones played very well in scrimmages against Wofford and UNC Greensboro. (Herald Online, SC -- Sports)
Obama supporters told not to take communion Nov 14, 2008
The Rev. Jay Scott Newman said Thursday church law doesn't allow him to refuse parishioners the sacrament at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Greenville ... Newman's decision was first reported by The Greenville News. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Priest: Obama Voters Must Do Penance Nov 14, 2008
GREENVILLE, S.C., Nov. 14, 2008 ... The Reverend Jay Scott Newman of St. Mary's Catholic Church in Greenville, S.C., says parishioners who voted for Barack Obama should perform penance for backing a candidate who supports "pro-abortion" policies ... The Reverend Jay Scott Newman said Thursday that church law doesn't allow him to refuse parishioners the sacrament at in Greenville. (CBS News -- US)
Bank's advertising keeps a down-home face in front of its customers Nov 13, 2008
The idea behind the campaign is to get "a chance to meet the business owners and find out their needs," Jenkins said, both in Greenwood and in a nearby, bigger market, Greenville. "We have a lot more to talk to a business owner about than a savings account or 'Do you need a loan today?' " he added. (International Herald Tribune -- Technology)
County 'open and ready for business' Nov 13, 2008
Greenville resident S.T. Peden was first exposed to Jafza s plans Wednesday. Many years have passed since Peden graduated high school in Orangeburg, but he is ecstatic about its future. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Foreclosing on South End site Nov 13, 2008
Carolina First is represented by Rory Whelehan, a bankruptcy lawyer at the Greenville, S.C., office of. Whelehan says a hearing expected this month will determine if the foreclosure will go forward. (Charlotte Business Journal, NC)
SC Christian group wants end to immigration raids Nov 12, 2008
The South Carolina Christian Action Council said the raid in Greenville that resulted in 300 suspected illegal immigrants being detained last month is one of the reasons for its statement. The Rev. Joe Darby is president of the council's board of directors. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Sanford asks Treasury to investigate bank Nov 11, 2008
In September, the company announced Whittle, who founded it in 1986 with one office in Greenville, would retire by year's end. He left at the end of October. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Fire causes light damage at Littlejohn Coliseum Nov 10, 2008
Information from: The Greenville News, http://www. greenvillenews. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Obama and Orangeburg: Visits foreshadowed success Nov 9, 2008
Only the more populous counties of Greenville, Richland and Charleston cast more votes for the president-elect than Orangeburg. Cobb-Hunter noted the threads in the fabric represented all walks of life in the campaign. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Palmetto State football scoreboard Nov 9, 2008
UNC-Pembroke 21, North Greenville 7. Wofford 33, The Citadel 28. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Huge buyouts for college coaches causing concern Nov 7, 2008
John Land complained to The Greenville News that his buyout was an "orange parachute for doing nothing.". Tennessee's settlement extend to Fulmer's assistants if they're also let go: two years' pay for coordinators and one year's pay for the others. (USA Today -- Sports)
'PLACE OF PEACE': Former Buddhist temple relocated to S.C. university Nov 7, 2008
GREENVILLE -- The former Buddhist temple sits opposite a waterfall on the campus of Furman University, with vistas of the Blue Ridge Mountains when the trees are bare ... The structure -- donated by a Japanese family with roots in Greenville's textile past and connections to a university professor -- symbolizes an evolution for the private liberal arts school ... Shaner's ties to a Japanese family that moved to Greenville in the 1960s helped bring the temple to campus. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Judge delays lawsuit against Clemson University Nov 7, 2008
The Greenville News reports U.S. District Judge Matthew Perry on Thursday agreed to delay the suit by a former Clemson board secretary while the school appeals the judge's refusal to dismiss the case ... Information from: The Greenville News, http://www. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Canadian Tire's banking products in the money Nov 7, 2008
Greenville News, South Carolina - Friday, Nov. 7, 2008. CFO - Friday, Nov. 7, 2008. (Financial Post)
Marshall Readies For Pirate Broadside Nov 5, 2008
Marshall's media was well received in the media room at Greenville, N.C. last winter during the ECU-MU basketball game for the trip to the islands ... "We just got to rise to the challenge. (East Carolina) is good, big, sudden, quick. We've got to play over our heads this game. We've got an undersized center, but he's a senior. Inside, that's the key to the game. Our guards and center versus their inside guys is the key to winning the game. Maurice Kitchens ran this fumble recovery back 80 yards... (Goherd.com)
Caroline Hartrampf, 19, 'had a passion for God' Nov 4, 2008
She was traveling from Tuscaloosa, where she attended the University of Alabama, to Greenville, S.C., for a wedding ... Before she continued on to Greenville on Thursday, Ms. Hartrampf asked her mother who didn t attend college what major she would have pursued if given the chance ... Ms. Hartrampf died in the wreck near Greenville that also killed her boyfriend, Stephen Phillips, 20, of Charleston, S.C. Ms. Hartrampf, Mr. Phillips and a third friend had just left a rehearsal dinner when the... (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Buddhist temple becomes Place of Peace’ in S.C. Nov 3, 2008
GREENVILLE, S.C. The former Buddhist temple sits opposite a waterfall on the campus of Furman University, with vistas of the Blue Ridge Mountains when the trees are bare ... The structure donated by a Japanese family with roots in Greenville s textile past and connections to a university professor symbolizes an evolution for the private liberal arts school ... Shaner s ties to a Japanese family that moved to Greenville in the 1960s helped bring the temple to campus. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
North Fulton woman killed in S.C. pickup truck crash Nov 3, 2008
Another passenger in the truck was taken to Greenville Memorial Hospital with non-life threatening injuries. Related Subjects. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Director of National Intelligence to Speak in Greenville, SC Nov 1, 2008
GREENVILLE, S.C., Oct. 31 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Mr. Mike McConnell, Director of National Intelligence, will speak at the Wade Hampton High School (Greenville, South Carolina) "Legion of Honor" installation ceremony ... When: Sunday, November 2, 2008 Time: 3:00 p.m. ET Location: Wade Hampton High School (Auditorium) 100 Pine Knoll Drive Greenville, SC 29609 About the Office of the Director of National Intelligence The Director of National Intelligence oversees 16 federal organizations that... (PR Newswire)
Counties open offices for weekend voting Nov 1, 2008
Offices in Charleston, Berkeley, Dorchester, Greenville and Richland counties are opening from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.. Sumter County will open its offices from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
First National Announces Third Quarter 2008 Financial Results Oct 31, 2008
Additionally, five of the bank's twelve full-service branches have been added within the last 24 months in the Charleston, Greenville and Columbia markets ... These five branches represent the bank's continued branch expansion strategy, following up on the three full-service branches opened in the Charleston and Greenville markets in 2007. (PR Newswire)
BMW supplier to add jobs in Union County Oct 31, 2008
GREENVILLE, S.C. - BMW supplier LSP Automotive Systems LLC will add 61 jobs and spend $45 million expanding its plant in Union County. The Greenville News reported Thursday that LSP already employs about 160 at its 230,000-square-foot plant, which makes metal stampings for the X6 sports-activity coupe that BMW Manufacturing Co. assembles in Greer. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
TAKING CONTROL: Bulldogs take over first place in the MEAC Oct 29, 2008
The Greenville native s heroics were a major part of a total team effort which lifted S.C. State (6-2, 4-0) to its third straight win over the Pirates (5-2, 4-1). Cheering on Jamison s efforts was backfield mate Will Ford, who posted a season-high 180 yards, including a 39-yard touchdown run to close out the scoring, to move into ninth place on the MEAC all-time rushing yards list. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Decision could come this week on SC-Ga. water flow Oct 28, 2008
GREENVILLE, S.C. - The Army Corps of Engineers could decide as early as Friday whether to restrict water flow in the Savannah River Valley ... Birdwell told The Greenville News the decision could be implemented Saturday ... Information from: The Greenville News, http://www. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Local midwife honored at Heroes in the Field event Oct 28, 2008
"The leading cause of infant mortality in the nation and in our state is due to the numerous consequences of prematurity," said Dr. Bryan Ohning, medical director of the NICU, Children's Hospital, Greenville Hospital System University Medical Center. "While we need to continue to focus on advancements in neonatal care, we also need to prioritize research on the cause of premature birth and discover how to reduce its incidence.". (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
SC regulators ask public about water quality Oct 28, 2008
Additional public meetings will be held next month in Columbia, Greenville and Summerville. A service of the Associated Press(AP). (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
In campaign's dark corners, whispers entice the gullible Oct 28, 2008
Biden woos ECU: At East Carolina's Greenville campus, the Democratic vice presidential candidate angles for college-age voters. Staff Photo by Takaaki Iwabu. (News & Observer)
MAU founder hits his targets Oct 27, 2008
We hugged each other and cried together and were thankful for the years that we had worked together," Randy said. Today, the business has locations in Augusta, Waynesboro, Thomson, Athens and LaGrange in Georgia; Aiken, Charleston, Anderson, Spartanburg and Greenville in South Carolina; and Chicago. It has 170 full-time employees and up to 4,300 contract employees. This year, the company was ranked number 11 on the Staffing Industry Analysts' list of U.S. Women and Minority-Owned Staffing Firms.... (The Augusta Chronicle)
Property tax relief, economy squeezing schools, officials say Oct 26, 2008
A bone of contention involves wealthy school districts, such as those in Lexington, Greenville and York counties, and the rural school districts that make up the majority of the state. The 2006 law required operating budgets from the 2006-07 school year to serve as a district s base funding. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
PALMETTO STATE FOOTBALL: As S.C. State prepares for Hampton, Pough says, 'It's a big game for both of us' Oct 25, 2008
In NCAA Division II contests, Benedict (4-4) hosts Stillman in Columbia for Homecoming, North Greenville (1-7) hosts NAIA member Edward Waters (2-5) for Homecoming in Tigerville and Newberry (4-3) travels to Greeneville, Tenn. to meet Tusculum (5-3). (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Gwinnett police take cold case investigation to South Carolina Oct 25, 2008
Master Deputy Michael Hildebrand of the Greenville County Sheriff s Office said that Gwinnett detectives arrived Thursday and began searching a rural property near Greer, S.C., for clues related to a missing person. The focus is on a well and several other areas where detectives were tipped off that a body may have been dumped, Hildebrand said. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Chase follows bank heist Oct 25, 2008
Jackson County sheriff's deputies arrested Thomas Michael Woody, 46, of Greenville, shortly before 4 p.m. after Woody led authorities on a 20-mile chase from Banks Crossing to the J Market. He faces a charge of armed robbery for allegedly robbing Northeast Georgia Bank and charges of fleeing and attempting to elude, reckless driving and using his car tag to conceal his identity in connection with the chase. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Economy Having Some Impact On Annual Holiday Market In Montgomery Oct 24, 2008
Lauren Stroup works for Pink Azalea out of Greenville, South Carolina. "The biggest change is people aren't willing to drop a lot of money at once," said Stroup. (WSJA.com, AL)
Winthrop men's and women's golf teams in action Oct 24, 2008
Rachel Smith led the team at the Lady Pirate Invitational last week in Greenville, N.C. She finished tied for 12th with a 13-over 226. Freshman Brittany Penny was 27th with a 231. (Herald Online, SC -- Sports)
Lake Hartwell levels at all-time low Oct 24, 2008
The Greenville News reported Wednesday the lake is more than 17 feet below full pool. Forecasts from the state Climatology Office and the Corps predict a slightly warmer and drier winter than normal. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
S.C. plant expansion to bring up to 45 new jobs Oct 23, 2008
GREENVILLE, S.C. - Officials say Champion Aerospace is expanding its Pickens County plant and adding up to 45 new jobs ... The Greenville News reports the jobs will pay around $16 an hour. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Marker dedicated to principal of city's first public school for blacks Oct 23, 2008
Minus went on to serve in a church in Greenville, where he also started a school. T&D Staff Writer can be reached by e-mail at gzaleski @timesanddemocrat. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Across the area Oct 22, 2008
A 21-year-old Aiken man was arrested Monday by state law enforcement agents in connection with a shooting at a Greenville, S.C., nightclub. Monieque Shamond Green is charged with unlawful carrying of a pistol, according to a statement from the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Winthrop soccer goalies garner weekly honors Oct 22, 2008
8226; WOMEN'S GOLF -- The team finished 13th out of 20 schools in East Carolina's Lady Pirate Intercollegiate played Sunday through Tuesday at the Greenville Country Club in Greenville, N.C.. Rachel Smith led the Eagles with a three-round total of 226, 13 over par. (Herald Online, SC -- Sports)
Ref rumble a YouTube hit Oct 22, 2008
The Daily Reflector of Greenville and WITN-TV both reported that Williams was charged Oct. 5. It comes about six months after the sophomore was charged with driving while impaired and underage consumption of alcohol. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
Men's Soccer ACCtion: Tuesday, October 21 Oct 22, 2008
GREENVILLE, SC - Patrick Murray scored the game-winning goal in the first overtime period to give Furman a 2-1 victory over Clemson in a men's intercollegiate soccer match at Greenville, SC Tuesday night. With the win, Furman is now 10-5-1 overall, while Clemson falls to 4-7-2 this season. (Theacc.com)
2008 S.C. Governor's Quality Award winners Oct 21, 2008
SPARTANBURG - The South Carolina Quality Forum, administrator of the Governor s Quality Award, announced that Bon Secours St. Francis Health System in Greenville has been awarded the Governor s Quality Award. The conference was held in the Columbia Conference Center. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Commerce Department reports record recruitment Oct 21, 2008
Commerce s allies from across the state are reporting record recruitment levels in Greenville, Spartanburg, Florence, Sumter and Newberry counties. Of particular interest to The Times and Democrat Region is Horsehead Corp. s plans to build a new facility in Barnwell County, with plans to create 65 new jobs and invest $87 million. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Rants and raves Oct 20, 2008
GOOD WORK, Greenville. Congratulations to the federal government for busting all the illegal immigrants in South Carolina. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Everyday's a day to learn for Eagles' basketball team Oct 19, 2008
There's a lot to learn, a lot of teaching to be done before they open the season at home Nov. 14 against North Greenville. "We're going to have to take it a lot slower," Peele said. (Herald Online, SC -- Sports)
CHARITY, LOYALTY, LOVE: 30 years later, Does continue to serve community Oct 19, 2008
In addition to Charleston and Orangeburg, South Carolina has Droves in Anderson, Greenville, Myrtle Beach, Rock Hill and Union. South Carolina is also home to two past supreme presidents, who lead all Droves in the U.S. -- Anne Patrick of Union Drove No. 148 and Cindy Hill of Charleston Drove No. 231. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
GOP only inconveniencing voters Oct 18, 2008
For anyone who didn't catch the story, a Greenville attorney who is the state Republican Party's parliamentarian, Todd Kincannon, filed a last-minute complaint to shut down the three long-planned and long-announced satellite locations in Aiken, North Augusta and Wagener, which were scheduled for absentee voting from Monday, Oct. 13, through Tuesday, Nov. 3. All three of these locations had been previously cleared and declared legal by both the state election commission and the U.S. Department of... (The Augusta Chronicle)
N.C. State Defeats Clemson 2-0 In Men's Soccer Oct 18, 2008
Clemson will play at Furman on Tuesday, October 14, in Greenville, SC in the Tigers' next action. N.C. State 2, Clemson 0 N.C. State - Federico Nachmann (Unassisted) 70:41 N.C. State - Kris Byrd (Unassisted) 85:47. (Clemsontigers.com)
Winthrop men's soccer team slips past Brevard in OT Oct 16, 2008
Rock Hill Herald Online WEATHER TRAFFIC. Web search powered by YAHOO. (Herald Online, SC -- Sports)
FP Trading Desk Oct 16, 2008
Greenville News, South Carolina - Thursday, Oct. 16, 2008. Talking Points Memo - Thursday, Oct. 16, 2008. (Financial Post)
Officials to announce plant, jobs for park Oct 15, 2008
That s based on an ordinance that went before the Greenville County Council on Monday night. The ordinance is a legal formality required to put the factory inside the boundaries of a so-called multi-county industrial park, which makes the company eligible for greater tax breaks. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
A house divided: Spouses split over candidates Oct 14, 2008
It has also left emotions ragged and voters arguing, particularly couples like the Doyles, of Greenville, S.C., who find themselves rooting for opposite candidates ... Amy serves on Greenvilles city council as a Republican, and her father is a Republican state senator in South Carolina. (MSNBC -- Health)
Hoops season to start with questions for Eagles Oct 13, 2008
The season opens Nov. 14 against North Greenville and then comes a torrent of tough opponents -- South Carolina, Akron, Davidson, N.C. State, East Carolina, VMI, Radford, Old Dominion, College of Charleston, Florida, eight of them on the road. And that's just before December ends. (Herald Online, SC -- Sports)
First Reliance Announces 3rd Quarter Net Income of $765,178 - Up 31% Oct 12, 2008
The bank serves Columbia, Charleston, Greenville and Florence markets in South Carolina. The bank has been recognized for its success including being the only company ever to be named to The Top 25 Fastest Growing Companies(TM) in South Carolina four times including 2002, 2004, 2005, and 2006 (SC Chamber/Elliott Davis). (PR Newswire)
Community torn apart by immigration raid Oct 10, 2008
Federal officials arrest 330 workers at Greenville chicken plant ... GREENVILLE, S.C. - When Magdalana Domingo Ramirez Lopez moved to this South Carolina city nearly two years ago to work at the chicken processing plant, she felt at home ... The Greenville plant and its nearly 900 workers have been under scrutiny for almost a year as authorities looked into allegations the company knowingly hired illegal immigrants. (MSNBC -- Race)
HBCU notebook (Oct. 8) Oct 10, 2008
Three years ago, Pough recruited him out of Travelers Rest High School from Travelers Rest, S.C., near Greenville. Ford made an immediate impact as a freshman, rushing for 752 yards and scoring 10 TDs. (ESPN -- College Football News)
Community torn apart by raid Oct 10, 2008
GREENVILLE, S.C. --- When Magdalana Domingo Ramirez Lopez moved to this South Carolina city nearly two years ago to work at the chicken processing plant, she felt at home ... Greenville County deputies couldn't do much about illegal immigrants because no provision in South Carolina law makes it illegal to be in the U.S. without permission ... The Greenville plant has been under scrutiny for almost a year. (The Augusta Chronicle)
SC BJ's Wholesale Club closing, cutting 60 jobs Oct 10, 2008
GREENVILLE, S.C. - BJ's Wholesale Club of Massachusetts says it will close its store in Greenville, putting about 60 people out of work. The Greenville News reported Friday the company's only South Carolina store will close Oct. 16 ... The Greenville store opened in 2000. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
John Legend Gives T.I., Swizz Beatz The 'Green Light' For Remix Oct 10, 2008
It's kind of a different record, but it still has an element of the original,' singer says of Tip's take on the single. Light,' with Swizz Beatz on the production," Legend told MTV News. "That was fresh. (VHI.com -- Music News)
Approximately 300 Arrested by ICE Agents During Search of South Carolina Poultry Processing Plant Oct 8, 2008
GREENVILLE, S.C., Oct. 7 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) special agents executed a federal criminal search warrant today at the Columbia Farms poultry processing plant as part of an ongoing, 10-month criminal investigation into its employment practices, which has already resulted in criminal charges against 11 supervisors and one human resources manager ... Anyone with information on their whereabouts should contact the ICE toll-free tip line by dialing... (PR Newswire)
300 workers arrested in raid at poultry plant Oct 8, 2008
Federal immigration agents conduct raid at plant in Greenville, South Carolina ... (CNN) -- Federal immigration agents arrested about 300 workers Tuesday in a raid at a poultry processing plant in Greenville, South Carolina, the Department of Justice said. (CNN)
Regulation divides state auditor candidates Oct 7, 2008
He has a master's degree in public administration from the University of Montana and a degree in theology from Bob Jones University, a private college in Greenville, S.C. ... Education: Harrison High School graduate, 1976; aircraft mechanic degree from Colorado Aero Tech, 1978; bachelor's degree in theology, Bob Jones University, Greenville, S.C., 1983; master's degree in public administration, University of Montana, 2000. (Missoulian, MT)
Clemson to Host "Rock the 'John - Tiger Tip-Off 2008" on October 17 at 8:00 PM Oct 7, 2008
Rock the 'John - Tiger Tip-Off 2008 will be hosted by Jeremiah Dew (J Dew from the Greenville Drive). It is free of charge and will begin at 8:00 pm on October 17 in Littlejohn Coliseum, with doors opening at 7:30 pm. (Clemsontigers.com)
Jury acquits trooper in civil rights case Oct 4, 2008
GREENVILLE, S.C. - A federal jury on Friday acquitted a white South Carolina trooper who bragged about striking a fleeing black suspect with his cruiser in a collision that was captured on video tape. Lance Cpl. Steven Garren insisted during his four-day trial that the crash was an accident and that he did not have enough time to react when the sprinting Marvin Grant cut in front of his patrol car on a dark, rural road last year. (MSNBC -- Race)
