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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THRIVE Laurens County Invites Joanna Residents to Free Community Listening Session
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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BEHKO launches as premier design-build partner for complex commercial and industrial projects
November 5, 2025
Charleston Engineering and Construction Veterans Jordan Behringer, P.E. and Razvan Cojocaru, P.E. Formalize 35-Year Track Record into New Construction Brand Built on Technical Expertise Jordan Behringer, P.E., and Razvan “Raz”…
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USC names Chase Kasper deputy director of economic engagement
November 4, 2025
The University of South Carolina (USC) has named Chase Kasper as the new Deputy Director for the Office of Economic Engagement (OEE), bringing with him a distinguished record of leadership…
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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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Town to start Mitchelville Road paving project the week of Nov. 3
October 30, 2025
Starting the week of Nov. 3, the Town of Hilton Head Island will begin a paving project on a portion of Mitchelville Road within the Baygall Historic Neighborhood. Construction activities…
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South Carolina Chamber and Manufacturers Alliance Unite to Strengthen Statewide Business Voice
October 29, 2025
South Carolina’s business community is coming together in a major way. The South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance (SCMA) and the South Carolina Chamber of Commerce (SCCC) have announced plans to merge…
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Dominion Energy to begin performing tree trimming activities as scheduled for 2025
October 26, 2025
Dominion Energy will begin performing tree trimming activities along overhead utility lines in the following neighborhoods on Monday, October 27, 2025, at 7:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Distribution Line Tree Trimming: …
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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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Cohn Construction’s Beth Frost selected for Columbia Regional Business Report’s Forty Under 40
October 22, 2025
Beth Frost has been recognized as a member of the Columbia Regional Business Report’s 2025 Forty Under 40 class. This annual honor highlights 40 exceptional professionals under the age of…
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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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Five Points Association welcomes Nyjah Mitchell as new events & marketing manager
October 21, 2025
The Five Points Association announced the hiring of Nyjah Mitchell as its new Events & Marketing Manager, bringing fresh ideas, creative energy, and a deep passion for the community to…
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Columbia celebrates grand opening of Lips by U Lab
October 20, 2025
Mayor Daniel Rickenmann, Columbia City Council members, and representatives from the City of Columbia Economic Development joined local entrepreneur Tasha Feaster Jones Monday for the grand opening of Lips by…
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Lips by U Lab grand opening
October 17, 2025
Who: Mayor Daniel Rickenmann, Columbia City Councilmembers, City of Columbia Economic Development, Representatives from Lips by U Lab What: The City of Columbia announced the grand opening of Lips by U Lab,…
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Harcourts grand opening
October 17, 2025
Who: City of Columbia Economic Development, Harcourts North America CEO, Ben Brady and Harcourts Owners Tara Morawski, Chad Widtfeldt and Justin Green What: The City of Columbia celebrating the grand opening of Harcourts…
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ABA Automotive establishes Charleston County operations
October 17, 2025
$400,000 investment and three new jobs ABA Automotive, a leading global manufacturer of high-quality belt tensioners and idler pulleys based in Turkey, announced it is establishing its first U.S. operations…
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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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Sierra is set to arrive in the South Carolina capital on October 18
October 14, 2025
Sierra, the multichannel off-price retailer known for offering high quality active and outdoor products at unexpectedly low prices, will open its new store at Columbiana Station on October 18. The…
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SeamonWhiteside is deepening its investment in Midlands growth by tapping Midlands native Hunter Whitfield to lead its new Columbia office
October 14, 2025
New office will focus on growing industrial and economic development sectors across the Midlands SeamonWhiteside (SW+), a full-service site design firm with offices throughout the Carolinas, today announced the opening of…
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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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Meiden America Switchgear, Inc. expanding Laurens County operations
October 14, 2025
$9.2 million investment will create 43 new jobs Meiden America Switchgear, Inc. (MAS), a pioneer in high-performance vacuum technology, today announced it is expanding its operations in Laurens County. The company’s…
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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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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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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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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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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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South Carolina Chamber of Commerce announces 2025 award winners
October 7, 2025
The South Carolina Chamber of Commerce (SC Chamber) is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2025 Business Leader of the Year award and the 2025 Public Servant of the Year award, which will be presented…
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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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The Furman Co. hosts community meeting on the redevelopment of 500 N Main Street
October 2, 2025
The Furman Co. will host a Community Meeting on the redevelopment of 500 N Main Development Project on Wednesday, Oct. 15, from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. The meeting will…
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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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SeamonWhiteside founder Stuart Whiteside retires after four decades of shaping the Carolinas
September 30, 2025
Firm celebrates its founder as he transitions into a mentorship and advisory role SeamonWhiteside (SW+), a full-service site design firm with offices throughout the Carolinas today announced the retirement of one…
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NAI Columbia’s Cam Kreps, Bobby Balboni, CCIM, and Patrick Palmer, CCIM execute sale of historic Vista site, formerly home to Whit-Ash Furnishings
September 29, 2025NAI Columbia announced the successful facilitation of the sale of the historic Vista property formerly occupied by Whit-Ash Furnishings to local developer, Todd Avant . The 1.3-acre site, encompassing nearly…
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Central SC Alliance’s Jason Giulietti earns Foreign Direct Investment Professional honor
September 29, 2025
Jason Giulietti, President & CEO of the Central SC Alliance, has been recognized as part of the inaugural class of ResearchFDI Academy’s Foreign Direct Investment Professionals (FDIP), a designation awarded…
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Tikvah Health and Wellness establishing operations in Charleston County
September 25, 2025
Company’s investment will create 13 new jobs over the next few years Tikvah Health and Wellness (Tikvah), a health engagement platform, announced it is establishing operations in Charleston County. The…
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Cohn Construction completes a new 20,060 SF industrial building along I-20
September 25, 2025
Cohn Construction has completed a new 20,060 SF flex industrial building off I-20 in Northeast Columbia. Delivered in partnership with Walker Development and Trinity Partners, Newland Road Speculative Building is…
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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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Charleston County Economic Development wins two national awards for excellence
September 23, 2025
IEDC honors CCED’s 2024 Annual Report and Business Resource Guide at its 2025 Annual Conference in Detroit. Charleston County Economic Development (CCED) received two 2025 Excellence in Economic Development Awards…
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Consolidation Was the Right Move for the Lowcountry’s Water Future
September 22, 2025
By Becky Dennis Director of Operations Kiawah Island Utility Water is our most precious resource, and the responsibility to deliver it safely and reliably is one we take seriously locally…
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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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City of Columbia to host “Sharing the Road” community meeting – Oct 8
September 16, 2025
The City of Columbia is kicking off a public planning process to improve safety for all roadway users – from our more vulnerable users like pedestrians and cyclists, to transit…
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RPM breaks ground on major facility expansion in Charleston Trade Center
September 16, 2025
Choate Construction Company joined RPM leadership and project partners to break ground on a major expansion at RPM’s existing facility in the Charleston Trade Center business park. This marks the…
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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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Charleston County Council announces creation of Transportation Sales Tax committee, receives report detailing program accomplishments
September 16, 2025
During the meeting on September 11, 2025, Charleston County Council announced the establishment of a Transportation Sales Tax Program Special Committee, which will help guide the future of the county’s…
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Williamsburg Technical College receives $56,500 grant from Power:Ed to create an advanced workforce training center
September 11, 2025
Williamsburg Technical College (WTC) has been awarded a $56,500 grant from Power:Ed, the philanthropy of SC Student Loan Corporation, to sustain and expand its College and Career Navigator (CCN) program.…
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The City of Columbia, in partnership with 7Sunday, launches BizArts — a new, dynamic series that highlights community, culture, and creativity
September 11, 2025The City of Columbia Office of Business Opportunities and 7Sunday The City of Columbia Office of Business Opportunities, in partnership with 7Sunday, announces its return with a new series, BizArts,…
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Charleston City Council advanced the Battery extension project and committed additional funding for citywide flood solutions
September 11, 2025Following a successful trip to Washington, D.C. to meet with leadership at the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Charleston City Council voted last night to move the long-discussed Battery Extension…
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Charleston Southern’s aeronautics, engineering programs celebrate growth with open house
September 11, 2025
President B. Keith Faulkner was walking through Reagan National Airport on a recent business trip when he heard someone calling repeatedly, “President Faulkner, President Faulkner.” He looked up to see…
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