Arthur State Bank Breaks Ground on New Fountain Inn Branch
June 3, 2026
New permanent location will expand access to relationship-based banking in the Upstate Arthur State Bank, a locally owned community bank serving South Carolina since 1933, has officially broken ground on…
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SCDOT Announces East Butler Road Bridge Closure Over I-385 for Rehabilitation Work
June 3, 2026
Commuters in Greenville County are being advised to prepare for significant traffic disruptions later this month. The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) has announced a complete closure of East…
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SeamonWhiteside celebrates 10 years of growth, partnership, and purpose in Summerville
June 3, 2026
SeamonWhiteside (SW+), a full-service site design firm with offices throughout the Carolinas, is celebrating 10 years of shaping the vision for Summerville and surrounding communities. Over the past decade, the…
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Forest Acres reviews updated plans for Mall Park and Amphitheater project
June 2, 2026Forest Acres City Council met in a special called session to review updated conceptual renderings for the planned six-acre Mall Park and Amphitheater project at the former Richland Mall site.…
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BEHKO Construction selected to deliver a major tenant improvement project for Whirlpool Corporation in Savannah
June 1, 2026
BEHKO Construction, a Charleston-based design-build and construction management firm led by Managing Owners Jordan Behringer, P.E., and Razvan “Raz” Cojocaru, P.E., announced it has been selected to deliver a major…
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Fountain Inn Natural Gas Launches Major Infrastructure Reliability Project to Support Growing Community
June 1, 2026
In response to steady regional growth, Fountain Inn Natural Gas has officially broken ground on a major infrastructure reliability project designed to strengthen the city’s utility network. The upgrade aims…
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Aston advances redevelopment of Powdersville Plaza as exterior improvements take shape
May 26, 2026
Ongoing transformation project continues while all existing tenants remain open Exterior renovations and site enhancements are now visibly taking shape at Powdersville Plaza as Aston advances the transformation of the…
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Charting a new course: SeamonWhiteside to lead transformation of Georgetown’s historic port
May 21, 2026
SeamonWhiteside (SW+), a full-service site design firm with offices throughout the Carolinas, has been awarded the Georgetown Port Redevelopment Master Plan by Georgetown County. This landmark project marks a turning…
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Facts First initiative launches to provide clear information on growth and community change across Spartanburg County
May 20, 2026
Facts First, a new community-focused initiative designed to provide clear, accessible information about growth, development, infrastructure and community change in Spartanburg County, was publicly introduced Tuesday, May 19, during a…
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CarolinaPower welcomes Dr. Christopher Traugh as director of construction services
May 20, 2026
CarolinaPower, a leading employee-owned, regional electrical contractor with four offices in South Carolina, has hired Christopher Traugh, DBA, as Director of Construction Services. In this role, Traugh will provide strategic…
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Historic Columbia announces 2026 Preservation Award winners
May 19, 2026
Awards honor individuals and projects for design and preservation accomplishments Historic Columbia announced the recipients of its 2026 Preservation Awards, an annual program held in conjunction with Preservation Month that honors outstanding…
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BEHKO Construction selected by SunCap Property Group to build 119,600 SF tilt-up spec warehouse at Ingleside Commerce in North Charleston
May 18, 2026
A new 119,600-square-foot speculative warehouse is coming to Palmetto Commerce Park in North Charleston — and BEHKO Construction will build it. SunCap Property Group has named the Charleston-based design-build firm…
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Palmetto Citizens’ new headquarters marks transformational investment in downtown Columbia
May 14, 2026On Thursday, May 14, community leaders and media members got a sneak peek inside the progress of the credit union’s new headquarters project at the corner of Sumter and…
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Pyramid Contracting breaks ground on The Vault in Greenville, SC
May 14, 2026
Pyramid Contracting announced the start of construction on The Vault in Greenville, South Carolina, where our team is serving as the General Contractor for this unique new development. The Vault…
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Hood Construction celebrates 40 years of Building It The Right Way
May 11, 2026
Hood Construction, a Columbia locally owned general contractor, proudly marks its 40th anniversary in 2026, celebrating four decades of “Building It The Right Way” and serving communities across South Carolina.…
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Chad Charles earns Certified Master Builder designation
May 11, 2026
The Home Builders Association of South Carolina has honored Chad Charles, the president of Charles & Associates, with a Certified Master Builder designation. This program was created by the Home…
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Upstate Church and P+F Construction break ground on new Five Forks campus
May 7, 2026
Tenth Upstate Church location to open in Spring 2027 Upstate Church, in partnership with P+F Construction, has officially broken ground on its new Five Forks campus, marking an exciting milestone…
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Women of Construction Summer Summit
May 5, 2026
June 11-12, 2026 Hilton Garden Inn Waterfront 45 Lockwood Dr Charleston, SC 29401 The Women of Construction Summer Summit brings together leaders, builders, realtors, attorneys and innovators shaping the future…
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Mashburn Construction recognized for National Construction Safety Excellence
May 4, 2026
As Mashburn Construction celebrates 50 years of building lasting partnerships and delivering exceptional experiences, the company is proud to announce it has been recognized with a 2026 AGC Construction Safety…
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Habitat for Humanity Georgetown faces funding shortage for essential home repairs
May 4, 2026
Habitat for Humanity for Georgetown County is facing a critical funding shortage for its Repair & Revitalization Program at a time when local demand for essential home maintenance is surging.…
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Greenville County Council weighs new one-cent sales tax for road improvements
April 29, 2026
A new proposal aimed at addressing Greenville County’s aging infrastructure and mounting traffic congestion is heading to the County Council. A local councilmember has officially introduced a “Transportation Penny” sales…
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Historic Charleston Foundation announces the 2026 Charter Day Award winners, honoring excellence in stewardship, craft, and advocacy
April 28, 2026
Historic Charleston Foundation (HCF) announced the 2026 Charter Day award winners, recognizing outstanding achievements in the protection, restoration, and interpretation of Charleston’s historic built environment. This year’s honorees represent a…
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Cohn Construction completes Macie & Milo’s Brew Pup in Lexington
April 22, 2026
Cohn Construction has completed Macie & Milo’s Brew Pup, a new 4.32-acre venue that combines an off-leash dog park with a sports bar experience. Designed and built to foster community…
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A Conversation with Caleb Coblentz, Sales Consultant with Beverly Homes
April 21, 2026
By Karen Owens, Publisher One of the topics that comes up frequently at community meetings I’ve attended is growth. New residents are flocking to Georgetown County to experience the Lowcountry…
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Army engineers seek public input on Charleston Brick Arches rehab
April 14, 2026
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Charleston District, is seeking public input on environmental documents that could impact the City of Charleston’s Brick Arches Stormwater Project rehabilitation. USACE, in…
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SOS Care expands Oak Tree Farm community with two new housing buildings
April 13, 2026
In honor of Autism Acceptance Month, SOS Care is proud to announce the expansion of Oak Tree Farm, a premier residential community for adults with autism and intellectual disabilities. On…
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Seaboard Vista breaks ground in Columbia’s Vista, blending historic preservation with modern mixed-use development
April 9, 2026On Tuesday, April 7, community leaders, preservation advocates and development partners gathered in Columbia’s Congaree Vista to celebrate the official groundbreaking of Seaboard Vista — a transformative mixed-use redevelopment that…
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Palmetto Corp. and Luck Stone announce partnership to co-locate at existing Enoree site, bringing investment and jobs to Spartanburg County
April 9, 2026
Palmetto Corp., a construction company providing paving services and site development solutions, and Luck Stone, a family-owned and operated provider of crushed stone aggregates and environmental performance products, announced a…
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GMK welcomes Jack Stuart to its business development team
April 8, 2026
GMK Associates, Inc., a mainstay design and construction services firm based in Columbia, SC, announced that John Phillip Stuart, Jr., has joined the firm’s business development team. John “Jack” Stuart…
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Cohn Construction completes new headquarters for Yip Premier Real Estate
April 8, 2026
Cohn Construction has completed the renovation of the new headquarters for Yip Premier Real Estate, located in Columbia’s Cottontown/Bellevue Historic District. The existing building has been transformed into a modern…
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Cohn Construction completes new headquarters for Yip Premier Real Estate
April 7, 2026
Cohn Construction has completed the renovation of the new headquarters for Yip Premier Real Estate, located in Columbia’s Cottontown/Bellevue Historic District. The existing building has been transformed into a modern…
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Time capsule to be placed in cornerstone of renovated building at College of Charleston
April 2, 2026
It’s a look back and a look forward as the College of Charleston celebrates the renovation of the Stern Center with a special moment on Monday, April 6, 2026. College leadership will honor the building’s namesake and dedicate a…
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Pyramid Contracting announces leadership transition to support continued growth
March 31, 2026
Pyramid Contracting has announced a key leadership transition, with David E. Stewart promoted to Chief Executive Officer and Berry Ponder promoted to Chief Operating Officer, positioning the company for continued…
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SeamonWhiteside promotes Taylor Critcher to lead landscape architecture practice across the Carolinas
March 31, 2026
SeamonWhiteside (SW+), a full-service site design firm with offices throughout the Carolinas, announced the promotion of Taylor Critcher to director of landscape architecture services to oversee the firm’s landscape architecture…
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THS Constructors, Inc. recognized for 225,000-square-Foot Nordson project
March 25, 2026
Clinton Industrial Facility Earns 2026 SCBIZ Top Projects Award THS Constructors, Inc. has been named a recipient of an SCBIZ 2026 Top Projects Award. This award recognizes the Clinton Speculative…
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Award-winning builder brings luxury lakefront living to Harborside at Lake Carolina
March 19, 2026
New Homebuilder Debuts Elegant Custom Residences—with Deeded Boat Slips—in Columbia’s Lake Carolina Community One of the Southeast’s most decorated homebuilders is bringing its signature blend of architectural artistry and refined…
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LCK hires Aidan Danford as Project Manager in Charleston
March 12, 2026
LCK announced the addition of Aidan Danford as a Project Manager in the Charleston office. Danford brings experience managing complex commercial, civic and mixed-use developments totaling more than $410 million…
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Clear Mountain Properties announces Plans for LIVA, a new lifestyle-focused residential community in Travelers Rest
March 12, 2026Clear Mountain Properties is set to break ground on LIVA, a thoughtfully designed multi-family residential community in the heart of downtown Travelers Rest. Situated on 10.5 acres, Liva will consist…
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Harbor Contracting expands field leadership with addition of Parker Mayfield as Superintendent
March 4, 2026
Mount Pleasant-based commercial general contractor adds experienced superintendent to support project execution across the Lowcountry Harbor Contracting, a Charleston-based commercial general contractor, has named Parker Mayfield as Superintendent, strengthening the…
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McCrory Construction promotes Noah Fuller to project manager
March 4, 2026
McCrory Construction, South Carolina’s oldest general contractor, has promoted Noah Fuller to Project Manager. Fuller joined McCrory six years ago following a three-year internship in the firm’s Greenville office. Hired…
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Cohn Construction completes Rio Tinto’s gold mine closure facility
February 26, 2026
Cohn Construction has completed a new 10,200 SF office and warehouse facility for RioTinto in Ridgeway, South Carolina. Designed to support the mine closure efforts required by environmental regulations, the…
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SeamonWhiteside welcomes six new shareholders, reinforcing growth and leadership across the Carolinas
February 25, 2026
SeamonWhiteside (SW+), a full-service site design firm with offices throughout the Carolinas, announced the elevation of six key leaders to shareholder, a strategic expansion of the firm’s ownership as it…
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Pyramid Contracting Breaks Ground on North Shore CDR+J in the Lowcountry
February 23, 2026
Pyramid Contracting is proud to announce the groundbreaking of North Shore CDR+J, a new automotive dealership project in the Lowcountry. The project is owned by Jack Hanania and is scheduled…
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CarolinaPower welcomes Logan Warmoth as business developer
February 23, 2026
CarolinaPower, a leading employee-owned, regional electrical contractor with four offices in South Carolina, has added Logan Warmoth to its Business Development team. Warmoth’s primary focus will be on identifying new…
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Pyramid Contracting breaks ground on North Shore CDR+J in the Lowcountry
February 23, 2026
Pyramid Contracting announced the groundbreaking of North Shore CDR+J, a new automotive dealership project in the Lowcountry. The project is owned by Jack Hanania and is scheduled for completion on…
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Town of Irmo helps launch fundraising campaign for Crossbuck Play Space at Rawls Creek Park
February 23, 2026
The Town of Irmo is proud to announce the launch of a community-wide fundraising campaign to support the development of Crossbuck Play Space at Rawls Creek Park, an All-Inclusive Play…
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SC State University Research Facility coming to Cayce
February 23, 2026The City of Cayce announced that South Carolina State University is expanding its footprint in the Midlands with the development of a new 42,000-square-foot Research & Extension campus in the…
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Carnes Crossroads named National Community of the Year
February 19, 2026
The highest national honor in residential homebuilding landed in Goose Creek, South Carolina. On February 17, 2026, the National Association of Homebuilders named Carnes Crossroads as both Residential Community of…
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McCrory Construction promotes Ashlie Neil to project administrator supervisor
February 18, 2026
McCrory Construction, South Carolina’s oldest general contractor, has promoted Ashlie Neil to Project Administrator Supervisor, a leadership role in which she will oversee project administrative operations and support across the…
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G3 Engineering & Surveying celebrates 15th anniversary with launch of scholarship program supporting future industry leaders
February 18, 2026
G3 Engineering & Surveying proudly celebrates its 15th anniversary this month, marking a milestone in the firm’s growth, service, and commitment to the Southeastern United States. To commemorate this significant…
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