Historic Pottery in Business Narrative | Greenville Business
The SCDNR Heritage Trust Program is teaming up with the National Science Foundation to delve into the history of colonoware pottery. Colonoware, a type of pottery with Indigenous North American and African roots, is getting a closer look thanks to a $254,602 grant. This funding will fuel research into the lives of everyday people in Colonial Virginia and the Carolinas who used these vessels over 200 years ago.
Elizabeth Bollwerk, who is leading the project, described it as the most extensive study of colonoware ever done. By analyzing fragments and artifacts from Virginia, North Carolina, and South Carolina, researchers hope to uncover details about where these vessels were made, how they were used, and who crafted them.
To achieve this feat, the team is collaborating with institutions like the University of North Carolina, the S.C Department of Natural Resources Heritage Trust program, and the University of Missouri. By working together and utilizing innovative techniques, they aim to shed light on the historical significance of these pottery pieces.
Not only is this research about examining artifacts, but it’s also about connecting with descendant communities. Indigenous and Black communities will have a say in how the project is carried out, ensuring that their perspectives are valued and incorporated.
Once the data is collected and analyzed, it will be shared on the DAACS website. This transparency is in line with the collaborative spirit of the project, which seeks to honor the heritage and stories behind the colonoware pottery.
Erskine College is also making strides to support students from Charter Institute schools. The newly launched Charter Institute Success Scholarship offers $100,000 over four years to high-achieving seniors with a GPA of 3.5 or higher. This initiative aims to make college education more accessible and affordable for deserving students.
Furthermore, Ingles Markets recently received a notice from Nasdaq regarding a delayed filing of their Annual Report. Due to the impact of Hurricane Helene, the company has not yet filed their report. However, they have until February 18, 2025, to submit the report or develop a plan to regain compliance with Nasdaq rules.
Despite the delay, Ingles Markets remains committed to fulfilling their financial obligations and plans to file the report within the given timeframe. As a grocery chain operating in the southeastern United States, including South Carolina, Ingles Markets continues to serve its customers while navigating regulatory requirements.
