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The Wealth Blueprint, founded by Tyrendrecious Norris, is adding more resources for financial literacy and entrepreneurship education as demand grows for practical business guidance.

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Optus Financial Corporation and M&F Bancorp said July 22 they have agreed to merge their banks, creating what they describe as the largest African American-owned financial institution in the United States.

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Seven Hills Auctions launched bidding on 28 bank-owned and institution-direct properties across eight states, with the online auction set to close Aug. 18 at noon EDT. The lineup spans homes, commercial buildings and land, giving buyers access to…

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Swim Across America has named its 10th cancer research lab in the U.S. at Atrium Health Levine Cancer Institute in Charlotte, marking a new milestone for the nonprofit’s fundraising tied to cancer research.

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VIP Marketing and Children’s Cancer Partners of the Carolinas have launched Going Gold Together, a September fundraising campaign aimed at raising $16,000 for families in North and South Carolina.

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4CE Engineering Group appointed infrastructure veteran Brent Wilkins, PE, DBIA, as chief operating officer as the Greenville, South Carolina-based platform expands through organic growth and acquisitions.

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Alloy Labs said seven community and mid-size banks joined its consortium in the first half of 2026, expanding the network to 90-plus institutions across 46 states.

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Tess Cope’s new book, published Thursday, argues that senior leaders need a systemic onboarding approach to avoid costly early failures.

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Woodforest National Bank has agreed to deploy Zelus Automation Platform’s SNAP system across its retail banking network, covering nearly 740 branches in 17 states.

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Dr. Jenna Lambeth will host a free Pain Awareness Month patient education session on Sept. 22 in Belmont, North Carolina, giving patients and caregivers a chance to discuss chronic pain and treatment options outside a typical office visit.

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Waxhaw contractor JH Landscapes is seeing more demand for house additions in 2026 as high home prices and near-6.5% mortgage rates push homeowners to expand instead of move.

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Optus Financial Corporation named Bakari Sellers to its board and the board of Optus Bank, effective immediately, as the South Carolina lender marks 105 years in business.

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Woodforest National Bank has agreed to deploy Zelus Automation Platform’s SNAP system across its retail banking network, covering nearly 740 branches in 17 states.

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Flooring professionals in Moncks Corner, South Carolina, are seeing more homeowners and commercial property owners request expert installation for new floors and replacements.

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Influential Women spotlighted South Carolina AI strategist Constance Jones, founder of The 620, for her work helping service-based businesses reduce owner dependency and build scalable systems.

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Newpoint Advisors Corporation says recent engagements in healthcare, retail and financial services show how financial analysis can shape bankruptcy, litigation and dispute outcomes.

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Stratagon Inc. has been named Small Business of the Year by Savannah River Nuclear Solutions for its work supporting the Savannah River Site in South Carolina.

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Assurance Financial was named the No. 1 mortgage company in Experience.com’s Large Division for 2025 Top Performers in Customer Satisfaction.

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Public housing agencies are facing more ransomware, more data exposure and a tighter federal reporting window as HUD increases cyber oversight.

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Central States Water Resources promoted Mike Duncan to senior vice president on Sept. 1, 2026, elevating a longtime executive as the utility expands across 11 states.