A Conversation with Dr. Jan Spies, Scout Motors

  March 18, 2024

In March of 2024, Scout Motors announced that were investing a record-setting $2 billion to establish a manufacturing operation in the Columbia, SC region. The company’s investment into this region…

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Lander honors corporate partners for commitment to workforce education

  March 14, 2024

Lander University’s College of Graduate and Online Studies recognized the contributions of 20 corporate partners whose commitment to workforce education is strengthening the state’s economy and helping workers achieve their…

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Meet the new VP of Economic Development

  March 11, 2024

The Board of Trustees has officially named the USC College of Pharmacy Dean Stephen Cutler as the new Vice President of Economic Development. Dean Cutler will oversee the Office of…

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McEntire Produce continues growing Richland County operations

  March 6, 2024

$26.2 million investment will create 40 new jobs McEntire Produce, a full-service fresh produce supplier, announced the continued development of its state-of-the-art facility in Richland County. The company’s $26.2 million…

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GADC publishes 2023 announced Capital Investment Report

  February 26, 2024

Last month we published our 2023 Announced Capital Investment Report highlighting the companies and industries that continue to invest in Greenville, South Carolina. The report shows a range of investments…

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E.A. Sween Company opens new production facility

  February 21, 2024

Greenwood County’s industrial partner, E.A. Sween Company, officially opened their new production facility.  The plant, located in the North Greenwood Industrial Park, will run two shifts per day, with plans…

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Haynie-Sirrine Neighborhood plan: public meeting set for Tuesday, Feb. 20

  February 19, 2024

The City of Greenville is partnering with the Haynie-Sirrine Neighborhood Association and community stakeholders to update the 2002 Haynie-Sirrine Neighborhood Master Plan and replace the existing Planned Development (PD) zoning…

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Sustain SC welcomes new CEO, Leslie Skardon

  February 15, 2024

The Board of Directors of Sustain SC, a nonprofit organization connecting the sustainability goals of business in South Carolina with local solutions, is excited to announce the appointment of Leslie…

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Plans announced for modern residential living near Historic Columbia Districts

  February 14, 2024

$94.5 million investment lays groundwork for planned 300-bed apartment complex Streams Development and Century Development Partners have announced plans to construct a 300-unit market-rate apartment complex in Columbia. The $94.5 million…

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SC Nonprofit Summit 2024: Bringing Together Leaders for Collective Impact

  February 13, 2024

North Charleston, SC ~ February 13, 2024 South Carolina’s annual Nonprofit Summit, hosted by Together SC, our state’s association of nonprofit, philanthropic, and community organizations and sponsored by Dominion Energy,…

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Exhibit at Upcountry History Museum explores Centennial Legacy of The Duke Endowment

  February 12, 2024

A traveling exhibit highlighting a century of progress as envisioned by James B. Duke, founder of The Duke Endowment, is now on display at the Upcountry History Museum – Greenville…

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Global Location Strategies opens European office in Amsterdam

  February 7, 2024

Global Location Strategies (GLS), one of the world’s leading corporate site selection firms, announced the expansion of its international presence with the opening of an Amsterdam office. “Establishing a presence…

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SC Department of Commerce announces 2024 Relentless Challenge grant awards

  February 7, 2024

15 projects across the state receive funds to support innovation and entrepreneurship The South Carolina Department of Commerce (S.C. Commerce) announced the recipients of its 2024 Relentless Challenge grant, which…

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Flame Spray North America expands operations in Laurens County

  January 23, 2024

$2.5 million investment will create 40 new jobs Flame Spray North America, a thermal spray coatings manufacturer, today announced it is expanding its operations in Laurens County. The company’s $2.5…

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SCRA contributes over $1.19 billion to South Carolina’s economy

  January 17, 2024

South Carolina Research Authority had over a $1.19 billion impact on the state’s economy in 2023. Their recently published annual report shows what’s included in the billion-plus-dollar impact, determined by a study…

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Sustain SC announces new executive committee and board members

  January 17, 2024

Sustain SC, an economic development-driven organization connecting the sustainability goals of business in South Carolina with local solutions, announced its 2024 Board of Directors with a new Chair and two…

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Aston purchases McBee Station

  January 16, 2024

Charlotte-based firm expands Greenville portfolio with shopping center near the heart of Downtown Greenville Aston of Charlotte announced its purchase of McBee Station, a high-profile, mixed-use shopping center located at…

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$9.22 billion announced capital investment on the heels of a record-setting 2022

  January 11, 2024

The South Carolina Department of Commerce (S.C. Commerce) released its 2023 industry recruitment results which reflect sustained economic activity. From January to December 2023, the state announced total capital investment…

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South Carolina Achieves Second-Highest Industry Recruitment in 2023

  January 4, 2024

$9.22 billion announced capital investment on the heels of a record-setting 2022 The South Carolina Department of Commerce (S.C. Commerce) today released its 2023 industry recruitment results which reflect sustained…

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Luray Peanut Co. expanding operations in Hampton County

  December 15, 2023

$5.25 Million Investment Will Create 16 New Jobs Luray Peanut Co., a producer of packaged boiled peanuts, today announced plans to expand its operations in Hampton County. The company’s $5.25 million…

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Alupress, LLC Expanding Operations in Laurens County

  December 14, 2023

Nearly $26 million investment will create 64 new jobs Alupress, LLC (Alupress), a manufacturer of automotive die casting components, today announced plans to expand operations in Laurens County. The company’s…

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Tomahawk Processing Establishing Operations in Laurens County

  December 12, 2023

$5 million investment will create 26 new jobs Tomahawk Processing LLC (Tomahawk Processing) today announced that it will establish meat processing operations in Laurens County. The company’s investment of $5…

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Tomahawk Processing establishing operations in Laurens County 

  December 12, 2023

$5 Million Investment Will Create 26 New Jobs  Tomahawk Processing LLC (Tomahawk Processing) today announced that it will establish meat processing operations in Laurens County. The company’s investment of $5…

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New hospital industrial maintenance youth apprenticeship launching in the Pee Dee thanks to a $25,000 Power:Ed grant to Big Picture Learning

  December 11, 2023

Big Picture Learning (BPL), has been awarded a $25,000 grant from Power:Ed, the philanthropy of SC Student Loan Corporation, to support the creation of a hospital industrial maintenance youth apprenticeship…

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JTEKT North America expands manufacturing operation in Greenville

  December 7, 2023

Global company to invest $48.4 million, add 87 jobs at Greenville, SC facility JTEKT North America, a global leader in engineering and manufacturing automotive systems, bearing solutions and high-performance machine tools,…

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South Carolina leaders graduate from economic development training program

  November 30, 2023

The SC Economic Development Institute graduates 62 community leaders The South Carolina Economic Developers’ Association (SCEDA) and the South Carolina Department of Commerce (SCDOC) announced that 62 state and community leaders…

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New HOPE sign in the Main Street District

  November 30, 2023

A familiar public art installation is getting an upgrade on Main Street, just in time for the holiday season. The HOPE sign, formally called “Hope for Columbia,” has become a…

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