Posts by acooper1961
Keel expanding Charleston County operations
October 9, 2025
Keel, a defense manufacturer, is expanding its operations in Charleston County. The company’s $67 million investment will create 170 new jobs at Keel’s Yonges Island shipyard. Headquartered in Ladson, Keel…
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Vivacity Tech opens new 67,000 square-foot warehouse in Greenville, creating 100 jobs
October 9, 2025Vivacity Tech celebrated the grand opening of its new 67,000-square-foot warehouse with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Wednesday, October 8. The expansion marks a major milestone for the growing national company,…
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Charleston Legal Access Executive Director Lana Kleiman to step down after seven years of leadership
October 9, 2025
After seven years of dedicated service, Charleston Legal Access (CLA) Executive Director Lana Kleiman has announced she will step down in the coming months to spend time with family and…
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Charleston Promise Neighborhood welcomes Katie Hyslop as new Director of Development and Marketing
October 9, 2025
Charleston Promise Neighborhood (CPN) has announced the appointment of Katie Hyslop as its new Director of Development and Marketing. Hyslop brings nearly a decade of experience in strategy consulting, leadership,…
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Circular Composite Solutions establishing operations in Bamberg County
October 9, 2025
Circular Composite Solutions (CCS), a sustainable manufacturer of proprietary industrial shipping pallet components, announced it is establishing operations in Bamberg County. The company’s $53.7 million investment will create 70 new…
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Introducing Emelyn Talento, Land Trust Alliance Fellow
October 9, 2025
Lowcountry Land Trust introduces Emelyn Talento, Land Trust Alliance Fellow and Community Lands Associate. Emelyn joins the Lowcountry Land Trust team thanks to a year-long fellowship through the Land Trust…
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Carolina Renewable Products establishing operations in Orangeburg County
October 9, 2025
$280 million investment will create 155 new jobs Carolina Renewable Products (CRP), a clean energy company, announced it is establishing operations in Orangeburg County. The company’s $280 million investment will…
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21 Liberty Fellowship graduates commit to increase impact & advance civil discourse
October 9, 2025The Liberty Fellowship Class of 2025 has completed a values-based 18-month leadership program and made a lifetime commitment to use their creativity, energy, and resources to tackle the most urgent…
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Charleston Housing Authority project at 275 Huger Street gains final approval
October 9, 2025The Charleston Housing Authority (CHA) has received final approval from the City of Charleston’s Board of Architectural Review (BAR) for the redevelopment of 275 Huger Street, advancing a key affordable…
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Columbia Craft closes taproom, continues statewide distribution
October 8, 2025
Columbia Craft Brewing Company has announced the immediate closure of its taproom on Green Street, marking the end of an era for one of the city’s popular gathering spots. In…
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SC Ports Authority appoints Mallace CEO
October 7, 2025
With a unanimous vote by its Board of Directors, the South Carolina State Ports Authority (SC Ports) announced Micah Mallace as President and CEO. Mallace assumes leadership of the port…
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Bon Secours announces historic gift to name Women’s Center
October 7, 2025Bon Secours St. Francis Health System will soon embark on a major renovation of its Women’s Center, transforming the fourth floor at its Eastside campus into a state-of-the-art environment for…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Wes Lyles, Studio 2LR
October 6, 2025
The Who’s on the Move, Entrepreneur Minute is an interview in support of the undeniable impact that entrepreneurs have on our communities. In this series you will see a diverse group…
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What the old heads know
October 1, 2025
By Jeff Becraft From the ages of 13 to 16, I played on the same little league baseball team in the town baseball league. (I turned 16 before the…
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David M. Beasley to receive 2025 Global Vision Award
October 1, 2025
David M. Beasley is a former SC Governor and earned the Nobel Peace Prize for his work as Executive Director of the World Food Programme The Columbia World Affairs Council…
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State of the University highlights past achievements and future goals
September 30, 2025President Michael Amiridis reflected on the achievements of the past year and looked to the future in his State of the University address on Wednesday, September 17, 2025, in the…
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The Hootie & the Blowfish Foundation awards $120,000 to four organizations
September 30, 2025
This year, the Hootie & the Blowfish Foundation has awarded $120,000 ($30,000 each) to four organizations that develop future teachers and foster literacy among students, nurture life skills in youth,…
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Nemours Wildlife Foundation welcomes Dr. Stephen Clements as Wildlife Scientist
September 30, 2025
Nemours Wildlife Foundation recently welcomed Dr. Stephen Clements to its team as Wildlife Scientist. “We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Clements to our team,” said Dr. Andrew Bridges, president and…
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Eaton expanding Charleston County operations
September 30, 2025
Eaton, an intelligent power management company, announced it is expanding its aerospace manufacturing operations in Charleston County. The company’s $46 million investment will create more than 50 new jobs. In…
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First Citizens appoints new leadership in South Carolina and Georgia
September 30, 2025
First Citizens Bank has named two new Area Executives in South Carolina and Georgia. Justin Rice will oversee the South Carolina Lowcountry region, as well as Savannah, Ga., and JP…
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Olde English District Tourism Commission names Micah Decker as Executive Director
September 29, 2025
The Olde English District Tourism Commission (OED) announces the appointment of Micah Jane Decker as its new Executive Director. Decker will lead efforts to strengthen tourism marketing, foster regional partnerships,…
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The things we take for granted
September 24, 2025
By Jeff Becraft We are in the process of selling Mom and Dad’s house. It has been a long process to get the house ready and it has taken a…
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Charleston Workforce Housing Fund launches $50 million initiative to create affordable housing across Tri-County region
September 24, 2025In a bold move to address the region’s growing housing affordability crisis, the Charleston Workforce Housing Fund has launched with broad community support. The Fund was created by a coalition…
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ZF Chassis Systems Duncan expands Spartanburg County operations
September 24, 2025
$55.4 million investment will create 30 new jobs ZF Chassis Systems Duncan, a leading supplier of chassis systems, modules and assemblies, announced it is expanding its operations in Spartanburg County.…
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Artist Homecoming event & new exhibition opening as SCSM
September 23, 2025Event Dates Thurs., Sept. 25 & Fri., Sept. 26, 2025 The South Carolina State Museum invites you to Artist Homecoming 2025: Vault to Vision This two-day gathering will celebrate South…
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Construction begins on new stadium for Greenville Triumph and Greenville Liberty at BridgeWay Station
September 23, 2025A new chapter in Upstate South Carolina soccer history officially begins as construction is underway on the permanent home for the Greenville Triumph SC and Greenville Liberty SC soccer teams.…
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Entrepreneur Minute – T.D. McMurry, T.D. McMurry’s Men’s Clothing
September 21, 2025
The LowcountryBizSC, Entrepreneur Minute is an interview in support of the impact that entrepreneurs have on our communities. We will be highlighting diverse group of entrepreneurs, including some incredible innovators…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Matt Rosa, Alita
September 18, 2025
The LowcountryBizSC, Entrepreneur Minute is an interview in support of the impact that entrepreneurs have on our communities. We will be highlighting diverse group of entrepreneurs, including some incredible innovators…
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Alita establishing operations in Charleston County
September 18, 2025
Alita, an artificial intelligence (AI)-focused healthcare technology company, announced it is establishing operations in Charleston County. The company’s investment will create 17 new jobs. Alita is an AI-powered agent that…
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That others may live
September 18, 2025
By Jeff Becraft Last week was the anniversary of 9/11. My wife, Brenda, and I have lately been watching some documentaries on that fateful day. Even now, years later,…
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Charleston County School District achieves ‘AA+’ credit rating from S&P Global Ratings
September 16, 2025
Highest Among School Districts in SC Charleston County School District (CCSD) has earned the highest credit rating issued to a public school district in South Carolina, with S&P Global Ratings…
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Woodward, Inc. selects Spartanburg County to establish a new manufacturing site in South Carolina
September 16, 2025
Woodward, Inc., a global leader in energy control solutions for aerospace and industrial markets, has announced plans to establish a new manufacturing operation in Spartanburg County, South Carolina. The nearly…
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Pure
September 11, 2025
By Jeff Becraft In going through some of my Dad’s stuff, we came across a letter from one of his coworkers. I think it was written to my Dad…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Sam Herskovitz, The Boyd Innovation Center
September 10, 2025
The Who’s on the Move, Entrepreneur Minute is an interview in support of the undeniable impact that entrepreneurs have on our communities. In this series you will see a diverse group…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Bill Rader, Efferent Labs
September 10, 2025
The LowcountryBizSC, Entrepreneur Minute is an interview in support of the impact that entrepreneurs have on our communities. We will be highlighting diverse group of entrepreneurs, including some incredible innovators…
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Columbia Metropolitan Airport introduces Experience CAE Guest Pass Program for non-traveling guests
September 10, 2025
Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) announced the launch of the Experience CAE Guest Pass Program, a new initiative that grants non-traveling guests access the post-security area of the airport. This free…
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Treehaus announces new student housing community at Clemson University
September 9, 2025
A new standard of student living is coming to Clemson. Treehaus Townhomes and Flats, a new off-campus student housing community, announced it is now pre-leasing for August 2026 move-ins. Inspired…
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Guaranteed Roof announces expansion of innovative roofing services to South Carolina
September 9, 2025
Guaranteed Roof, a leading provider of sustainable roofing solutions in the Southeastern United States, announced the expansion of its full range of services into South Carolina. Homeowners and commercial property…
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Bon Secours to host free community breast health event
September 9, 2025
Bon Secours St. Francis Cancer Center invites the Greenville community to a special breast health and wellness event on Friday, October 10, 2025, at Long Branch Baptist Church, located at…
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Construction underway at Biltmore Walk’s luxury townhome community
September 9, 2025Keene Development Group and P+F Construction mark major milestone as Greenville’s newest neighborhood takes shape Construction is underway at Biltmore Walk, a luxury townhome community with 44 residences on the…
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JWU Charlotte introduces three-year bachelor’s program in Hospitality Management
September 9, 2025
JWU Charlotte’s Hospitality Management program now accepting applications for Fall 2026 Johnson & Wales University (JWU) announced the launch of a three-year (90 credit) bachelor’s degree program in Hospitality Management…
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College of Charleston launches Civility Initiative: A Conversation with Trey Gowdy and Bakari Sellers
September 9, 2025
The College of Charleston Civility Initiative will host a Q&A featuring authors, commentators, and former elected officials: Trey Gowdy, a former Republican member of the U.S. House of Representatives, and…
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Spirit Airlines to exit Columbia Metropolitan Airport in October
September 4, 2025
Spirit Airlines will end all service at Columbia Metropolitan Airport on Oct. 4, airport officials announced. The move will eliminate flights between Columbia and Orlando International, Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International and…
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City of Columbia partners with DreamKey Partners to advance housing priorities
September 4, 2025The City of Columbia announced a new partnership with DreamKey Partners, a nationally recognized nonprofit developer with more than three decades of experience in affordable housing and community transformation. This…
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SC Ports opens Cosgrove Avenue extension, new pedestrian bridge
September 4, 2025
SC Ports marked the opening of the new Cosgrove Avenue extension and pedestrian bridge in North Charleston, a key fixture of the Port’s Navy Base Intermodal Facility (NBIF). The project extends…
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Milliken acquires South Carolina textile facility
September 4, 2025
Global diversified manufacturer Milliken & Company has acquired the assets of Highland Industries, Inc. in Cheraw, South Carolina. The transaction strengthens Milliken’s domestic operations and position in technical textiles. “This acquisition…
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United Airlines announces new nonstop service from CAE to Newark beginning January 2026
September 4, 2025
United Airlines announced today that beginning January 7, 2026, the legacy airline will operate new nonstop service from Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). The route…
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Annual grant cycle open: Chapin Community Foundation shares thousands
September 3, 2025The Greater Chapin Community Foundation is calling on residents to help shape the future of our community by nominating local nonprofits for grant funding. Since its founding in 2003, the…
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The Daniel reopens with a ribbon-cutting ceremony following major renovation
September 3, 2025The newly renovated Daniel officially reopened its doors with a ribbon-cutting ceremony attended by city and county leaders, including Greenville Mayor Knox White. The event marked the beginning of a…
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Clearway Pain Solutions leases Class A medical space
September 3, 2025
NAI Charleston announced the successful leasing of ±3,716 SF of medical space in the Truluck Center located at 1014 St. Andrews Boulevard to Clearway Pain Solutions. Scott Peevy represented the…
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