The Post and Courier Greenville

TRAVELERS REST, SC — Coleman Memorial Cemetery, located at 1599 Geer Highway in Travelers Rest, South Carolina, has officially been purchased by longtime funeral director Matthew Moyer, owner of The Howze Mortuary. The cemetery will now operate under the new name, Moyer Memorial Gardens.
Moyer, who has served families in the Travelers Rest community for many years, hopes the acquisition reflects a long-term commitment to preserving and enhancing a place that holds deep meaning for local families.
Moyer Memorial Gardens will continue to serve the community with dignity, compassion, and respect while honoring the history and legacy of the cemetery. Our goal is to provide families with a beautiful, peaceful, and professionally maintained place of remembrance for generations to come.
The cemetery, formerly known as Coleman Memorial Cemetery, has long been an important part of the Travelers Rest community with plots selling as early as the 1930’s before formerly being recognized as a perpetual care cemetery by the State in 1981. Under the new ownership, families can expect continued care of the grounds, preservation of existing records and arrangements, and future improvements focused on beautification and service as well as community focused events.
The cemetery property is located at:

Moyer Memorial Gardens
(formerly Coleman Memorial Cemetery)
1599 Geer Highway
Travelers Rest, SC 29690
Administrative offices for the cemetery are located at:

The Howze Mortuary
6714 State Park Road
Travelers Rest, SC 29690

Media Contact
Matthew Moyer
Owner, Moyer Memorial Gardens
(864) 834-7727

The Startex-Jackson-Wellford-Duncan (SJWD) Water District is proud to announce it has received the Award of Excellence in the 32nd Annual Communicator Awards from the Academy of Interactive & Visual Arts (AIVA) for its Mid-Century Waterworks Educational Series.

The Communicator Awards recognize excellence, effectiveness, and innovation across all areas of communication and attract thousands of entries from around the world each year. The program is one of the largest and most competitive of its kind, with past and current honorees including The Walt Disney Company, PepsiCo, and Marriott International. Entries are judged by leading communications professionals from organizations such as Netflix, JPMorgan Chase & Co., and the National Geographic Society.

SJWD’s Mid-Century Waterworks Educational Series celebrates the district’s mid-century roots through a creative visual style inspired by the design language of the 1950s and 1960s. The series uses bold, engaging artwork to tell the story of water in a way that sparks curiosity, encourages learning, and makes water education more accessible for audiences of all ages.

“This recognition is especially meaningful because it reflects our commitment to educate and raise awareness via creative, innovative content. The Midcentury Modern series was designed with the character of our utility in mind; a mix of modern technology and environmental stewardship, deeply rooted in history and community,” said Jeff Diaz, SJWD Water District CISO. “Water is essential to our very existence, and delivery of clean, safe drinking water is rife with challenges and complexities. This engaging and visually compelling series was designed to help us demystify and tell the story.”

The educational series is part of SJWD’s broader effort to strengthen public outreach and create resources that inform, educate, and build trust with customers and community members.

Greenville chiropractor Dr. Luke Henry recently traveled to Atlanta, Georgia, to attend the annual conference of the Federation of Chiropractic Licensing Boards (FCLB) and the National Board of Chiropractic Examiners (NBCE) in his role as a member of the South Carolina Board of Chiropractic Examiners.

The conference brought together chiropractic regulators, educators, and industry leaders from across the United States and abroad to discuss issues affecting the future of healthcare and chiropractic regulation. Educational sessions focused on artificial intelligence, healthcare education, regulatory oversight, leadership and ethics, licensure testing, legal developments impacting chiropractic boards nationwide, and opioid abuse intervention strategies.

South Carolina, previously recognized as the Outstanding Regulatory Board in 2025, was strongly represented at the conference.

“It is an honor to serve the citizens of South Carolina and the chiropractic profession,” said Dr. Henry.

In addition to serving on the South Carolina Board of Chiropractic Examiners, Dr. Henry serves as an NBCE Part IV Examiner and participates on the NBCE Part III and Physiotherapy Test Committees. He also reviews continuing education courses for the South Carolina Board and evaluates providers nationwide as a member of the FCLB PACE Review Team.

Dr. Henry teaches nonsurgical spinal decompression seminars nationwide and remains an active member of the South Carolina Chiropractic Association.

He hopes conferences such as the FCLB/NBCE annual meeting will promote continued discussion and collaboration among leaders within the profession.

Dr. Henry is a graduate of Clemson University and Sherman College of Chiropractic and practices at Henry Chiropractic Clinic on Pelham Road in Greenville.

For more information, call (864) 288-7797 or visit www.henryclinic.com.

GHA and First Steps join up to create childcare program

GREENVILLE, SC – A pilot program has been created to develop a training and support program to establish and sustain 10 homebased childcare providers with a priority given to communities that lack access to affordable, reliable and high-quality care.

This project is a collaboration between The Greenville Housing Authority (TGHA), Greenville First Steps, SC Childcare Resource and Referral (CCRR), the Palmetto Shared Services Alliance (PSSA) and other community partners.

It is being segmented into four unique phases.

Recruitment and Screening of Candidates

Orientation and Training

Licensure and Enrollment

Launch of Services and ABC enrollment

“This program is about working together to find answers to some of the key challenges facing our community,” said Derek Lewis, Executive Director of Greenville First Steps. “Childcare is a major barrier to people in the workforce. This is part of the solution.”

During the first phase TGHA will work to promote a pilot project, and to identify a cohort of ten individuals who are interested in becoming licensed in-home childcare providers. Candidates would be those who are able, after training and onsite support, to obtain a license from DSS to offer home based childcare in their place of residence.

More than 45 people applied for the initial cohort, and 10 were selected.

“TGHA is excited to have the first 10 participants screened and ready to begin this training,” said Jenneh Jones, Director of MTW FSS-Economic Mobility for the TGHA. “We hope it sparks greater interest in in-home childcare among both our participants and the broader community.”

The second phase includes 10 weeks of orientation and training and will be offered free of charge to participants.

GREENVILLE, S.C. Cosign, a third-party guarantor platform designed to help qualified renters get approved while protecting property owners, has officially launched in Greenville, addressing a persistent gap between renter demand and the outdated qualification standards blocking access.

According to data from CoStar, Greenville’s rental market has grown significantly in recent years, with the region undergoing a nearly two-thirds apartment inventory expansion since 2010. Vacancy currently sits at 11.3%, while asking rents are down 0.4% year over year after several years of rapid multifamily development. At the same time, Greenville continues benefiting from strong population growth, in-migration, and economic expansion along the I-85 corridor between Charlotte and Atlanta, keeping pressure on rental demand across South Carolina. Many of those new arrivals, transplants, contractors, and young professionals drawn to the Greenville-Spartanburg MSA, earn enough to pay rent but don’t fit the traditional qualification box on paper.

NOAH Property Management adopted Cosign to solve exactly that problem. When renters fall just short of standard qualification criteria and have no cosigner to rely on, Cosign steps in as a qualified third-party guarantor, allowing the South Carolina property to approve more residents while maintaining financial protections.

“At NOAH Property Management, the challenge isn’t sourcing applicants, it’s finding qualified ones,” said Matt Foster, Co-founder of NOAH Property Management. “That’s where Cosign, a third-party guarantor, steps in. When renters fall just below our standard qualification criteria and don’t have a cosigner, Cosign allows us to confidently approve residents we might have previously declined based on credit alone. Since adding Cosign as an option, we’ve materially boosted occupancy while enabling our leasing team to focus more on service rather than screening barriers.”

The Startex-Jackson-Wellford-Duncan Water District (SJWD) is proud to announce the release of its 2025 Water Quality Report, which provides customers with detailed information about the safety, quality, and source of their drinking water.

The report highlights that SJWD continues not only to meet but exceed all state and federal drinking water standards, reaffirming the company’s commitment to delivering clean, safe, and reliable water to the communities it serves.

“Clean, safe water is essential to the health and growth of our community,” said Billy Cothran, CEO of SJWD. “At SJWD, we are committed to maintaining the highest standards of water quality while responsibly managing the resources and infrastructure that support future generations. The 2025 Water Quality Report demonstrates our ongoing dedication to transparency, accountability, and exceptional service.”

Customers can access the full report on SJWD’s website at https://www.sjwd.com/2025-ccr-2/ or request a printed copy by visiting the SJWD Administration Campus, located at 198 Watershed Way in Spartanburg.

Greenville, S.C. (May 18, 2026) – The Barbara Stone Foundation, a Greenville-based non-profit dedicated to improving the lives of individuals with disabilities and their families, announces the addition of Kris Mostoller and Tori Weatherford to support the Upward Professionals (UP) Employment Initiative, an individualized direct service program aimed at developing and supporting inclusive employment of individuals with disabilities.

Mostoller will be the new Job Liaison, and she will oversee two components of the initiative: one-on-one job coaching/support and the UP Employment Professional Cohort. She has a master’s degree in special education from Clemson University and a bachelor’s degree in elementary education from the University of South Carolina Upstate.

“Kris has over 30 years of experience working with individuals with disabilities as a former special education teacher,” said Lara Ceisel, executive director of the Barbara Stone Foundation. “Her leadership and experience will help participants in each UP program achieve important job skills training, so that they have the individualized support they need to be successful in the workplace.”

Weatherford is the Program Assistant for the UP Employment Initiative, a new position created to help support the growth of the program, which launched in 2022. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Collaborative Health and Human Services with an emphasis in Nonprofit Administration from California State University Monterey Bay.

“Throughout the years, we have significantly expanded the UP Employment programs due to the immense need for job training and placement services,” stated Ceisel. “Tori will be a vital asset, enhancing participants’ personal and professional growth, leadership abilities, and professionalism.”

To learn more about the Barbara Stone Foundation UP Employment Initiative, visit https://barbarastonefoundation.org/up-employment-initiative or contact Lara Ceisel at lara@barbarastonefoundation.org.

GREENVILLE, SC – Mimi Edwards, Chief Operating Officer for Wagner Wealth Management, has been named an SC Women in Business Award honoree.

The SC Women in Business Awards are for female entrepreneurs, executives, employees and organizations they run and those who are making a difference. They are awarded by INTEGRATED MEDIA, which is the parent company of Greenville Business Magazine, Columbia Business Monthly, B2B: The Grand Strand, B2B PeeDee Business and Charleston Business Magazine. This prestigious award honors selected businesswomen across South Carolina based on career achievements, contributions to their company, and community involvement.

Edwards earned her bachelor’s degree in Business Administration with an emphasis in marketing from the University of South Carolina and a Master of Arts in Middle-Level Teaching with a concentration in English and math from Clemson University.

After raising a family and working in education, Edwards started a new career in the financial industry in 2015 and joined Wagner Wealth in 2017. Since joining the industry, Edwards has obtained her Life and Health Insurance license, Series 7 and 66 licenses as well as her Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor designation.

“Mimi is a woman of many skills and talents. She represents a segment of women that isn’t often recognized in the business world. Seeing her receive this honor is an inspiration to women in all stages of their careers,” said Dan Wagner, Founder and CEO of Wagner Wealth Management. “This honor is well deserved.”

About Wagner Wealth Management:

Wagner Wealth Management specializes in helping individuals and companies reach their personal and professional goals. Wagner Wealth Management currently advises on more than $1.5 billion in client assets; their experience is diverse, exceptional, and solution-driven. The firm has offices in Anderson, Greenville, and Seneca. Learn more at www.wagnerwealthmanagement.com.

United Community is pleased to announce Rebecca Costanzo has joined the company as director of mortgage originations. In this role, Costanzo will lead retail mortgage sales leaders to drive growth strategy, sales performance and customer experience excellence across the bank’s six-state footprint.

“Rebecca brings deep mortgage expertise, a track record of building strong sales teams and a genuine commitment to customers,” said Mike Davies, president of United Community Mortgage Services. “Her experience will be instrumental as we continue to grow programs like our down payment assistance, Equity Access Grant and Possibilities Achieved Through Homeownership (PATH) loan to make homeownership more accessible to families across our footprint.”

Costanzo has more than 20 years of experience leading retail mortgage sales teams across multiple states. Throughout her career, she has built collaborative cultures, grown market share and led large teams while maintaining a customer-centric focus.

Known for her people-centered approach, Costanzo has a strong track record of developing leaders and driving results across revenue, profitability and employee engagement. She is also a frequent speaker on leadership development, high-performing teams and emotional intelligence in the workplace.

“I’m excited to join United Community and work alongside such a talented team,” said Costanzo. “United Community’s commitment to its customers and the communities it serves aligns closely with my own values, and I look forward to helping expand the bank’s mortgage business and supporting more homebuyers across the Southeast.”