Category: Press Release

Join the Upcountry History Museum-Furman University, a Smithsonian Affiliate, as it ushers in the holiday season with Norman Rockwell’s Home for the Holidays exhibition and four of Rockwell’s full-sized original oil paintings on Saturday, November 13, 2021.

Considered America’s most prominent 20th-century illustrator, Rockwell was an astute visual storyteller and masterful painter who was able to capture the emotions, humor, and memorable faces of the mid-20th century in his iconic works. During his 47-year affiliation with The Saturday Evening Post, he was celebrated for his special holiday cover illustrations, which were commissioned to mark a full spectrum of annual events from Thanksgiving, Christmas and the New Year to Valentine’s Day and April Fools’ Day.

Featuring more than 40 of his most memorable holiday images and four of his original oil paintings, this exhibition, on display through February 27, 2022, illuminates Rockwell’s hopeful view of humanity while conveying stories about people and their attitude toward each other, thus helping shape the holiday season for all generations. Among his best-known illustrations are scenes that capture the essence of American holiday traditions. Whether it is the presentation of mouth-watering turkey at the Thanksgiving table or a rosy-cheeked Santa checking his list to see who’s naughty or nice, the illustrations simply convey Americana. In a rapidly changing world, Rockwell’s art has been a reassuring guide for more than six decades, and it continues to resonate today.

In addition to the original oil paintings and Saturday Evening Post covers, the Museum, in partnership with the Norman Rockwell Museum, will also display other drawings and artifacts which are on loan from the Stockbridge, MA, Museum.

The Upcountry History Museum is located at 540 Buncombe St., in Greenville, S.C. Hours of operation are Tuesday through Saturday from 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.; Sunday from 1:00 – 5:00 p.m. For more information, visit www.upcountryhistory.org. or call 864-467-3100.

The Hobbs Group, P.A., a full-service CPA firm will be celebrating 35 years in business this November. The Hobbs Group provides services in tax, attestation, small business, consulting and more. The firm has two offices located in South Carolina – Columbia & Greenville – with a financial advisory arm – Hobbs Group Advisors, LLC based in Columbia.

Founded in 1986 by Mark T. Hobbs, CPA, CFF, CGMA, The Hobbs Group has grown to a team of more than 40 talented professionals with strong roots in the community. The firm exceeds expectations with a client-focused approach by putting their clients’ objectives, goals and needs first.

The Hobbs Group prides itself on discretion, representing a wide range of clients, including those with substantial assets and complex business interests.

The Hobbs Group appreciates the support and will continue to proudly serve their clients for many years to come.

The Hobbs Group is a member of CPAmerica, AICPA & AICPA’s PCPS. To learn more, visit HobbsCPA.com and/or follow @HobbsGroupCPA on all social media platforms.

Comet Agency today announced they have opened an office in downtown Greenville. After 5 years of business as Red Razor Marketing, they have updated their brand to Comet Agency and opened an office downtown at 14 South Main Street. You will see their red and white sign next to River Street Sweets.

“We are really excited about being involved in the Greenville community. Downtown Greenville is such a beautiful place and we are thrilled to be a part of it. We are grateful to all our clients and we know we wouldn’t exist without them.” – Ben Maycock, CEO

Comet Agency is the friendly agency that helps companies regardless of their marketing and design knowledge. They are passionate about helping companies grow through web design, creative design, and marketing.

“We can’t wait to continuously provide quality work for our current clients and meet our Greenville neighbors!” – Ramsie Day, Creative Director

To learn more about Comet Agency, visit their website at: https://cometagency.com

About Comet Agency: Comet Agency is a full-service design and marketing agency in Greenville. We partner with businesses to create memorable lead-generating websites and creative digital marketing strategies that help them stand out from their competitors.

“War Dogs: Never Above You, Never Below You, Always Beside You” delivers a powerful display of the heroism, service, and history of America’s military working dogs in the newest exhibition opening Saturday, October 30, 2021, at the Upcountry History Museum, a Smithsonian affiliate, and running through Sunday, February 27, 2022.

Since the American Revolution, military working dogs have served all branches of the United States Armed Forces. This unique exhibition not only highlights the significant involvement of these four-legged warriors in the military but honors the important role they and their handlers play in serving and protecting countless lives in conflicts across the globe.

Featuring life-sized, hand-carved wooden sculptures designed and created by Ohio Master Craftsman James Mellick, “War Dogs” offers a poignant look at stories of perseverance, bravery, and sacrifice through eight Wounded Warrior and two Canine War Dog sculptures. These distinctively creative tributes provide a vivid visual that captures the emotional dynamics of the incredible tandem of human and canine warriors in service – and sacrifice – of their country, as is conveyed in the story of Lucca, a Marine Corps war dog. She conducted more than 400 missions during two deployments to Iraq and one to Afghanistan. On one mission, however, Lucca lost her leg and suffered severe burns, but there were never any human casualties under her watch.

“I am moved by the physical and emotional sacrifice by the men and women of the United States military,” said Mellick. “I want to pay tribute to the soldiers who served with great sacrifice by creating the sculptural allegory of wounded warrior dogs who were the soldier’s best friend and companion in battle.”

In addition, the exhibition showcases a collection of objects and combat art on loan from the National Museum of the Marine Corps, the United States Navy, and the United States Coast Guard, as well as from private collections, all of which help round out a more complete presentation of these dogs and their handlers at work around the globe from World War II, Vietnam, Iraq, and Afghanistan.

The Upcountry History Museum is located at 540 Buncombe St., in Greenville, S.C. Hours of operation are Tuesday through Saturday from 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. and Sunday from 1:00 – 5:00 p.m. For more information, call 864-467-3100 or visit www.upcountryhistory.org.

“War Dogs: Never Above You, Never Below You, Always Beside You” delivers a powerful display of the heroism, service, and history of America’s military working dogs in the newest exhibition opening Saturday, October 30, 2021, at the Upcountry History Museum, a Smithsonian affiliate, and running through Sunday, February 27, 2022.

Since the American Revolution, military working dogs have served all branches of the United States Armed Forces. This unique exhibition not only highlights the significant involvement of these four-legged warriors in the military but honors the important role they and their handlers play in serving and protecting countless lives in conflicts across the globe.

Featuring life-sized, hand-carved wooden sculptures designed and created by Ohio Master Craftsman James Mellick, War Dogs offers a poignant look at stories of perseverance, bravery, and sacrifice through eight Wounded Warrior and two Canine War Dog sculptures. These distinctively creative tributes provide a vivid visual that captures the emotional dynamics of the incredible tandem of human and canine warriors in service – and sacrifice – of their country, as is conveyed in the story of Lucca, a Marine Corps war dog. She conducted more than 400 missions during two deployments to Iraq and one to Afghanistan. On one mission, however, Lucca lost her leg and suffered severe burns, but there were never any human casualties under her watch.

“I am moved by the physical and emotional sacrifice by the men and women of the United States military,” said Mellick. “I want to pay tribute to the soldiers who served with great sacrifice by creating the sculptural allegory of wounded warrior dogs who were the soldier’s best friend and companion in battle.”

In addition, the exhibition showcases a collection of objects and combat art on loan from the National Museum of the Marine Corps, the United States Navy, and the United States Coast Guard, as well as from private collections, all of which help round out a more complete presentation of these dogs and their handlers at work around the globe from World War II, Vietnam, Iraq, and Afghanistan.

The Upcountry History Museum is located at 540 Buncombe St., in Greenville, S.C. Hours of operation are Tuesday through Saturday from 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. and Sunday from 1:00 – 5:00 p.m. For more information, call 864-467-3100 or visit www.upcountryhistory.org.

Premier Medical Laboratory Services (PMLS), Greenville Triumph SC and JDRF of South Carolina will hold a Family Night at Bob Jones University on Thursday, October 14. There will be beginner and advanced soccer clinics for the children led by professional Greenville Triumph soccer players, interactive vendor spaces to provide ways to manage stress and educate on diabetes, as well as other exciting activities for kids. Food will be provided by Chick-fil-A, and those who attend will receive a free ticket to the October 16 Greenville Triumph soccer match.
“We are excited to partner with such great organizations for a fun community event that will raise awareness for Type 1 diabetes,” said Kevin Murdock, CEO and Founder of PMLS. “In all that we do at Premier, our mission is to improve patient lives. We are continually conducting research to provide the most advanced medical tests to help with the management of T1D and we actively support JDRF’s pursuit to find better treatments and, one day, a cure.”
New research suggests, doctors often miss signs of Type 1 Diabetes — thirst, excessive urination, fatigue, weight loss — in kids. Between 5% and 10% of cases of diabetes are type 1, which is not caused by lifestyle choices and often first surfaces in childhood. PMLS, Greenville Triumph, and JDRF want to use this event to educate parents on early signs, how to control Type 1 Diabetes, and to bring the community together for an exciting family event.
Those who would like to attend Family Night can RSVP through the link below. This will be held at BJU’s Alumni Stadium on Thursday, October 14 from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM. The soccer clinics start at 6:30 pm for two age groups: 6-8 and 9+. There will also be activities for younger kids to take part in. Masks are recommended.
Register for JDRF Family Night: https://www.cognitoforms.com/GreenvilleTriumph1/jdrffamilyday?fbclid=IwAR1a6UkNVPuMV-WBroKNo3CnmiZ1jcZTRcHEXY5Jf3TZtq8xXZN8wVX26LE

Greenville, South Carolina-October 7, 2021-UCW Logistics hired Mary Jo Allen as human resources business partner in their Greenville, South Carolina office. Allen will support UCW Logistics in all aspects of personnel management from recruiting, hiring, and retaining great
people, to helping employees in their personal and professional growth. UCW Logistics is dedicated to a cultural vision of “Building Something That Matters.” Allen will support the senior leadership team in ensuring the company’s values are clearly communicated and are being carried out on a day-to-day basis.

With over 15 years of progressive HR experience, Allen joins UCW Logistics from Cameron Ashley Building Products where she partnered with leadership to proactively identify and address employee-related issues, manage the recruiting and hiring process, investigate and manage conflict, and develop and implement corporate policies for increased efficiency. Allen graduated from Clemson University with a Bachelor of Science degree.

In this new role, Allen will enhance communication and improve HR functions to foster employee development and company growth. We are thrilled to have Mary Jo as part of our UCW team and excited for the opportunities for growth,” said Evan Cramer, CEO of UCW Logistics. Warren East, CEO of Union Service Industries added, “Our team needs support in their roles and responsibilities, and we are thrilled that Mary Jo, with her vast experience and skills, has joined the team.”
UCW Logistics specializes in customized logistics solutions with outstanding customer service for shippers of all sizes across North America. For more information, contact Evan Cramer at (864) 516-1980 or visit www.ucwlogistics.com.