Greenville Area Development Corporation welcomes new Industry Engagement Manager to team
November 20, 2025
Haley Rhoton Joins the GADC to Lead Industry Engagement & Business Support Across Greenville County The Greenville Area Development Corporation (GADC) announced the appointment of Haley Rhoton as Industry Engagement…
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First Solar, Inc. establishing new Cherokee County facility
November 17, 2025
Solar panel production facility to commence operations in 2026, expecting to invest $330 million and creating over 600 new jobs First Solar, Inc., (First Solar) a leading American photovoltaic (PV) solar…
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THRIVE Laurens County invites Joanna residents to free Community Listening Session – Nov 18
November 7, 2025
THRIVE Laurens County, a local coalition dedicated to fostering health, connection, and wellness in rural communities, will host a free Community Listening Session on Tuesday, November 18, 2025, from 6:00…
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Downtown Spartanburg growth leads to historic job creation and support
November 3, 2025
A new report shows that construction projects in Downtown Spartanburg underway or completed since 2017 will have an economic impact of more than $1.77 billion countywide. The data-driven update, assembled…
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Upcountry Fiber Foundation raises $133,000 for Upstate area non-profits in charity golf tournament
October 22, 2025
Upcountry Fiber Foundation, the charitable arm and permanent endowment of Upcountry Fiber, announces that it raised $133,100 at its charity golf tournament on September 29 at The Cliffs at Glassy…
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William Kirkland named SCRA’s interim president and CEO
October 21, 2025
South Carolina Research Authority’s board of trustees has named William “Bill” Kirkland as its interim president and CEO. Mr. Kirkland has extensive experience in economic development and in the private…
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InSite Consulting launches USA BEST Sites™
October 16, 2025
The New Manufacturer-Defined Standard for Industrial/Manufacturing Site Readiness™ Powered by industry leader InSite Consulting, USA BEST Sites™ is the nation’s first readiness program built entirely on manufacturer expectations—not consultant checklists…
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Google announces new $9B investment in South Carolina through 2027
October 16, 2025Funding supports Cloud and artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure, as well as workforce development programs On October 13, Google announced a new, two-year $9 billion investment in South Carolina (2026-2027). Google’s…
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Meiden America Switchgear, Inc. expanding Upstate operations
October 15, 2025
$9.2 million investment will create 43 new jobs Meiden America Switchgear, Inc. (MAS), a pioneer in high-performance vacuum technology, announced on October 14, 2025, it is expanding its operations in Laurens…
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Select SCEDA members earn coveted statewide economic developer certification
October 14, 2025The South Carolina Economic Developers’ Association (SCEDA) announced that nine members have recently earned credentials as South Carolina Certified Economic Developers (SCCED). The newly certified statewide economic developers were recognized…
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Astral Development’s plans progress to develop a mixed-use multi-family project at the intersections of Bull Street and Elmwood Avenue in Columbia, S.C.
October 13, 2025
Astral Development and Steady Capital’s plans progress to develop a 483,106 square-foot mixed-use multi-family project set to transform one of Columbia, South Carolina’s most visible downtown intersections at the corner…
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Verdae Development, Inc. appoints Eric Miller as senior development manager
October 8, 2025
Accomplished project manager to oversee Bolden Street District and advance Verdae’s long-term master plan Verdae Development, Inc. has appointed Eric Miller as senior development manager, where he will lead the…
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Isuzu commemorates construction kickoff at its state-of-the-art production facility in South Carolina
October 2, 2025
Isuzu North America Corporation held a groundbreaking ceremony today for its new 1,000,000-square-foot production facility in Piedmont, South Carolina. This event marks a major milestone in the company’s long-term commitment…
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Hartness welcomes Denis Mangic Davis as Development Manager
September 18, 2025
Hartness announced the addition of Denis Mangic Davis as Development Manager. With a proven background in engineering and real estate development, Denis will help guide the growth of Hartness through…
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OneSpartanburg, Inc. announces 46th Leadership Spartanburg class
September 18, 2025OneSpartanburg, Inc., the Carolinas only consolidated business, economic, and tourism development entity, announced the participants for the 46th class of Leadership Spartanburg. The class will get to know Spartanburg County…
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SC Chamber to host Annual Workforce Development Symposium in partnership with SC Department of Employment and Workforce on September 17
September 16, 2025
Workforce recruitment, training, and retention of qualified employees are frequently identified as the top issues impacting South Carolina businesses. In partnership with the SC Department of Employment and Workforce, the Workforce…
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ACEC-SC Infrastructure Works Institute releases full economic impact study to the public
August 13, 2025
In response to overwhelming interest from policymakers, business leaders and community stakeholders, the American Council of Engineering Companies of South Carolina’s (ACEC-SC) Infrastructure Works Institute (IWI) announced that the full…
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Verdae Development, Inc. welcomes Casey Seinturier as community engagement & communications manager for Bolden Street District
August 4, 2025
Verdae Development, Inc. announced the addition of Casey Seinturier as community engagement and communications manager, serving Bolden Street District. In her new role, Seinturier is responsible for implementing a strategic…
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FabLogix expands Spartanburg County operations
July 29, 2025
FabLogix, a pipe fabrication company, announced it is expanding its operations in Spartanburg County. The company’s $9.8 million investment will create 150 new jobs. A subsidiary of Kelso Industries, FabLogix…
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Homes of Hope celebrates Grand Opening of Lakeview at Berea with Community Leaders and Over 120 Guests
July 28, 2025
New development brings 40 affordable rental and homeownership opportunities to Greenville County Homes of Hope welcomed more than 120 guests this morning to celebrate the grand opening of Lakeview at…
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Hampton Station welcomes DZN Studio + Home to its dynamic tenant mix
July 24, 2025
Abacus Capital (Abacus) and Collett announced that DZN Studio + Home, a premier interior design studio and home furnishings destination, is relocating to Hampton Station, Greenville’s creative mixed-use community. Founded…
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Brawo USA, Inc. Expands Laurens County Operations
July 15, 2025
$23.2 million investment will create 24 new jobs Brawo USA, Inc. (Brawo USA), part of Brawo Group and the Holding Umberto Gnutti (HUG) Group, global leaders in the brass and…
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Anderson County to welcome Anderson Lake, its most significant community project in decades
July 14, 2025
A visionary new chapter is unfolding in Anderson County with the announcement of Anderson Lake, a 1,200-acre, mixed-use community that will bring new life, energy, and opportunity to a unique…
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Hartness welcomes Diggs Designs to the Village Center
July 8, 2025
The lifestyle boutique and interior design studio is set to open in January 2026, joining a vibrant mix of local businesses Hartness announced that Diggs Designs will join the growing…
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Fountain Inn Development receives statewide Historic Preservation Award
July 1, 2025The developers of The Mill at Fountain Inn, the historic property formerly known as the Ellison Flour Mill, were recognized at the 2025 South Carolina Historic Preservation Awards for their transformation of the…
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VisionGreenwood and Sustain SC to launch pilot sustainability and resiliency planning initiative
July 1, 2025
VisionGreenwood and Sustain SC announced a strategic partnership to launch Greenwood as the pilot community for a groundbreaking initiative focused on municipal sustainability and resiliency planning. This forward-thinking collaboration brings…
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Northside Development Group announces new CEO David Summers
June 26, 2025
After an extensive national search, the Board of Directors of Northside Development Group (NDG) announced the appointment of David Summers as Chief Executive Officer, effective July 2, 2025. Summers brings…
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ES Foundry and Greenwood County Economic Development win 2025 CiCi Award
June 19, 2025Greenwood County Economic Development and ES Foundry have received national recognition for ES Foundry’s innovative investment in Greenwood County, winning a 2025 Corporate Investment & Community Impact (CiCi) Award. Trade…
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OP-ED: Amid Budget Fights, One Conservative Clean Energy Idea Gains Ground
June 13, 2025
By Evan Patrohay With the reconciliation debate in full swing and the fate of clean energy subsidies hanging in the balance, many environmentally minded conservatives like myself are paying careful…
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Powering South Carolina’s Future: Energy, Innovation, and Opportunity
June 12, 2025
by Susie Shannon, President & CEO of the South Carolina Council on Competitiveness South Carolina stands at a pivotal moment to secure its position as the location of choice for…
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Sustain SC announces Grant Review Committee for Land and Water Action Platform
June 11, 2025
Sustain SC introduced the members of the newly formed Grants Review Committee for its Land and Water Action Platform (LAWAP), a re-launched conservation funding initiative first unveiled at their Conservation…
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Caine Halter Family YMCA honors legacy families with ceremonial ribbon cutting
May 20, 2025As part of the YMCA of Greenville’s recreational capital improvements at its oldest family branch in Greenville County, the Caine Halter Family YMCA hosted a ceremonial ribbon cutting to celebrate…
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New report shows MUSC Hollings Cancer Center’s $860 million economic impact in South Carolina
May 20, 2025
MUSC Hollings Cancer Center is a significant driver of the South Carolina economy, according to a new study authored by Joey Von Nessen, Ph.D., a research economist at the University…
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AIRSYS Cooling Technologies establishing new global headquarters with Spartanburg County expansion
May 8, 2025
AIRSYS Cooling Technologies (AIRSYS), a global cooling solution provider, announced it is establishing a new global headquarters with an expansion in Spartanburg County. The company’s $40 million investment will create…
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Aerowerks selects Cherokee County to establish first US operation
May 5, 2025
Aerowerks, a manufacturer for the food service industry, announced it selects Cherokee County to establish the company’s first U.S. operation. The company’s $10 million investment will create 52 new jobs.…
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Hill Institute at Furman to host next-gen tech forum about cobots
April 30, 2025
Furman University will host a breakfast and panel discussion about next-generation, collaborative robot (cobot) technology Thursday, May 8, 7:30-10 a.m. at Greenville ONE Center downtown. The event is free and…
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Middle Tyger Community Center breaks ground on new early care and education center to expand access to high-quality childcare in Spartanburg County
April 28, 2025
$19 million combined investment by SEW Eurodrive, South Carolina General Assembly, Spartanburg Academic Movement, and Spartanburg School District 5 to provide 285 childcare allotments, impacting more than 100 families. The…
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Experience a master class on collaboration at Endeavor’s Collaborators & Cocktails networking event
April 7, 2025
Endeavor Workspace’s spring C&C on April 30th is all about marketing Greenville. Attendees will get a master class on collaboration and smart selling – from a brand and a key…
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Greenville Triumph & Liberty Soccer Clubs break ground on Triumph Stadium at BridgeWay Station
March 13, 2025The Greenville Triumph Soccer Club and Greenville Liberty Soccer Club, in partnership with the City of Mauldin and Hughes Investments, celebrated the groundbreaking of a multi-use sports and entertainment stadium…
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Prisma Health Family YMCA breaks ground on recreational facility expansion in response to growing community
March 11, 2025
The YMCA of Greenville broke ground today on the recreational facility expansion at the Prisma Health Family YMCA in Simpsonville in response to Southern Greenville County’s exponential growth in recent…
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New statewide survey finds SC GOP voters overwhelmingly support clean energy projects
March 11, 2025
Sustain SC recently released a second study examining conservative support for clean energy in South Carolina, following an earlier survey on conservative backing for land conservation. The latest findings reveal…
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Judson Mill District receives 2025 Max Heller Neighborhood Improvement Award from Greenville Chamber
February 28, 2025
Award Recognizes Efforts to Improve Community through Food Security, Affordable Housing, Social Impact, and Improved Infrastructure The Greenville Chamber presented the prestigious 2025 Max Heller Neighborhood Improvement Award, sponsored by…
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Northside Development Group announces CEO transition and celebrates transformative leadership
February 20, 2025
Northside Development Group (NDG) announces that Michael Williamson, who has served as CEO for the past five years, will be transitioning to a new role as Vice President of Housing…
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David Atchley and Karee White join forces to launch AtchleyWhite + Associates
January 30, 2025
New partnership sets out to help innovative companies succeed and grow across the Southeast AtchleyWhite + Associates (AWA), a Greenville-based fundraising and strategy consulting firm serving organizations that span the…
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South Carolina I-77 Alliance redesigned website to help enhance economic development
January 29, 2025
The South Carolina I-77 Alliance has launched its redesigned website, www.i77alliance.com, as a critical resource for industrial prospects, site selectors, and other professionals already committed to or considering investing in…
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The GADC announces Tavia C.M. Gaddy as VP of Economic Development
January 16, 2025
The Greenville Area Development Corporation (GADC) is pleased to announce the promotion of Tavia C.M. Gaddy to the position of Vice President of Economic Development. Gaddy, a veteran of the…
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Ambassador Nikki Haley to speak at Upstate SC Alliance Annual Meeting
January 16, 2025
Fireside chat will explore the impact of economic development on February 12 Ambassador Nikki Haley will discuss the impact of economic development during the Upstate SC Alliance 2025 Annual Meeting…
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Spartanburg County attracted $745 million in new investment in 2024
January 16, 2025
In 2024, OneSpartanburg, Inc. landed 23 economic development projects on behalf of Spartanburg County and the City of Spartanburg, resulting in a total of $745 million in capital investment and…
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SCRA contributes over $1.3 Billion to South Carolina’s economy
January 14, 2025
South Carolina Research Authority had over a $1.3 billion impact on the state’s economy in 2024. Their recently published annual report shows what’s included in the billion-plus-dollar impact, determined by a study…
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South Carolina industry recruitment reaches $8.19 billion in 2024
January 6, 2025
Capital investment by existing industry excels, accounting for $5.38 billion The South Carolina Department of Commerce (S.C. Commerce) today released its 2024 industry recruitment results, with an announced total capital…
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