CurTec USA expands Oconee County operations
October 7, 2026
$10 million investment will create 10 new jobs CurTec USA, a high-performance packaging manufacturer, is expanding its operations in Oconee County with a $10 million investment that will create 10…
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Georgetown Mayor issues State of the City
October 4, 2026
On October 1, 2026, the Mayor’s Office issued this State of the City address via social media. By Mayor Jay Doyle City of Georgetown, SC As we reach the completion…
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Charleston County Economic Development invests $2 million in North Charleston universal pre-K expansion
September 30, 2026
Charleston County Economic Development (CCED) is investing $2.025 million in Charleston County School District’s expansion of Universal Pre-K in North Charleston, a major partnership designed to support young children, working…
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Lexington County Fire Services & Lexington County EMS to officially dedicate new Jeffrey V. Chavis Fire & EMS Station
September 30, 2026
Lexington County Fire Services and Lexington County EMS will host a dedication ceremony and open house for the new Jeffrey V. Chavis Fire & EMS Station #34 on Saturday, October…
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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis recognizes Dana Watkins of North Central Elementary as Educator of the Month
September 30, 2026
South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis has recognized Dana Watkins of Kershaw County School District’s North Central Elementary School as the South Carolina Financial Literacy Master Teacher Program’s Educator of the…
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Georgetown’s waterfront redevelopment is stalled. The cost of inaction is growing.
September 28, 2026
The breakdown of a major brownfield redevelopment underscores what Georgetown stands to lose—and what public officials, property owners and developers must do to restore momentum. By Karen Owens Publisher Hundreds…
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Verdae Development breaks ground on Bolden Street District as 92-acre Laurens Road vision takes shape
September 23, 2026Long-term district will create a connected mix of places to live, work and gather alongside the Swamp Rabbit Trail. Verdae Development, Inc. celebrated the groundbreaking of Bolden Street District,…
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Okonite investing $400 million in Orangeburg County expansion, creating 105 jobs
September 22, 2026
The Okonite Company, a cable and wire manufacturer with a long-standing presence in Orangeburg County, is expanding its operations with a $400 million investment expected to create 105 new jobs.…
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S.C. construction demand remains strong, but labor shortages tighten capacity
September 21, 2026
Strong demand continues to drive South Carolina’s construction market, but shrinking workforce availability and contractor capacity constraints are pushing project owners toward earlier and more strategic planning, according to a…
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Georgetown County launches website for Port Redevelopment Master Plan, seeks public input
September 21, 2026
Georgetown County Economic Development has launched a new website(opens in new tab) for the Port Redevelopment Master Plan, giving residents a place to follow the project and share their ideas…
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South Carolina Water Utilities expands territory in Midlands
September 17, 2026
The Public Service Commission of South Carolina (PSC) officially approved the application submitted by South Carolina Water Utilities (SCWU) for a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Richland County and the…
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Community invited to update on Georgetown Waterfront Redevelopment
September 16, 2026
River Development Equities invites members of the Georgetown community to attend a public meeting on Thursday, September 24, from 5:30–7:30 p.m. at the Winyah Auditorium for an update regarding the Georgetown waterfront…
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Tyson Steel selects Pickens County for first South Carolina operation
September 15, 2026
$15.15 million investment will create approximately 20 new jobs Tyson Steel Building Products(opens in new tab) (Tyson Steel), a producer of pre-engineered metal buildings, has selected Pickens County for its first South…
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South Carolina Water Utilities investing in Valley Brook wastewater infrastructure
September 15, 2026
Improvements will strengthen system reliability and support long-term wastewater service in Anderson County ANDERSON COUNTY, S.C. — South Carolina Water Utilities (SCWU)(opens in new tab) is making a series of…
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Arvaya AI Automations Consulting expands Charleston County operations
September 11, 2026
Job Development Incentive Program helps drive investment resulting in six new jobs. Arvaya AI Automations Consulting(opens in new tab), an SBE-certified and woman-owned AI and technology consulting firm, announced plans…
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BEHKO enters Columbia market with new Lexington County warehouse project
September 8, 2026
Charleston-based design-build firm partners with Magnus Development Partners on 57,750-square-foot industrial project inside Lexington County Industrial Park Charleston-based design-build firm BEHKO is entering the Columbia industrial market. Magnus Development Partners…
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State of Our Community highlights shared priorities and progress across Georgetown County
September 2, 2026
By Karen Owens Publisher Members of the business community filled Winyah Auditorium this week to hear local leaders share a forward-looking conversation about the challenges, opportunities, and shared priorities shaping…
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Central SC Alliance names Ryan D’Aurelio as Research Manager
September 2, 2026
Central SC Alliance (CSCA) has announced the hiring of Ryan D’Aurelio as its new Research Manager, strengthening the organization’s ability to leverage data and market intelligence to support business recruitment,…
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Central SC Alliance
September 1, 2026
Central SC Alliance works to create a stronger, more prosperous future for the people and communities of the central region of South Carolina. We bring together local leaders, businesses, educators,…
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The Lodge House by Old Edwards announced at Lake Keowee, bringing major economic investment to Pickens County
August 25, 2026
74-Room Luxury Lodge and Spa Poised to Become One of the Southeast’s Premier Hospitality Destinations PICKENS COUNTY, SC – Plans are underway for The Lodge House by Old Edwards, a…
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Georgetown Harbor maintenance dredging completed in $3.5M operation
August 19, 2026
According to Georgetown County, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Charleston District, in partnership with contractor Southern Dredging, has officially wrapped up the Georgetown Harbor maintenance dredging project. The…
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Cohn Construction completes campus expansion for Patterson Fan Co.
August 18, 2026
Cohn Construction has completed its fourth design-build project for Patterson Fan Co., expanding the production facility for the Blythewood-based manufacturer. The 14,100 SF expansion was completed while the campus remained…
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UFP Packaging investing $5.3 million in Cherokee County, creating 136 jobs
August 13, 2026
UFP Packaging, an industrial packaging solutions and services provider, is expanding its South Carolina operations with a new manufacturing facility in Cherokee County, a $5.31 million investment expected to create…
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New statewide infrastructure data to be unveiled at August 18 event
August 13, 2026
New data examining the economic impact of infrastructure investment across South Carolina will be unveiled Tuesday, Aug. 18, at a Columbia luncheon open to the state’s business community. Hosted by…
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Georgetown Business Association recognizes Linda Bradley as its Volunteer of the Year for 2026
August 12, 2026
The Georgetown Business Association has created a new annual award to honor members who go above and beyond for the organization, naming Linda Bradley its 2026 Volunteer of the Year.…
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Greenville Area Development Corporation names new Officers & welcomes new Board Members for 2026-2027 term
August 11, 2026
The Greenville Area Development Corporation (GADC), has named Dan Rundle of Worthwhile as Chairman of its Board of Directors for the 2026-2027 term. Joining him as officers are Tim Morgan…
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Mary Black Foundation awards $6 million to Vital Spartanburg
August 10, 2026
The Mary Black Foundation has made a $6 million investment into a new initiative, a community-wide action plan for mental and behavioral health. Vital Spartanburg aims to address the mental…
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Cohn Construction completes the expansion and renovation for Pediatric Associates of Kershaw County
July 29, 2026
Cohn Construction has completed an expansion and renovation for the Pediatric Associates of Kershaw County, located in Camden, South Carolina. The project included a carefully phased expansion of the existing…
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Amazon to build last-mile delivery station in Calhoun County
July 29, 2026
Calhoun County announced that Amazon.com, Inc. has selected the Calhoun County I-26 Industrial Park as the site for a new 150,000+ square-foot last-mile delivery facility. Amazon purchased the land directly…
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Columbia Area Development Partnership welcomes Ritedose Executive Janisha Thomas to Board of Directors
July 28, 2026
Thomas adds a life science manufacturing perspective to Richland County’s economic development efforts The Columbia Area Development Partnership (CADP) has appointed Janisha Thomas, Chief Human Resources Officer at the Ritedose…
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Cohn Construction completes new production facility for WiJo Pouches North America
July 25, 2026
Cohn Construction has completed a new 30,000 SF facility for WiJo Pouches North America, Inc., establishing the company’s first production facility in North America. The space includes 13,000 SF of…
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Lexington County-based ElectroWire Medical receives FDA clearance for LightningWire™
July 23, 2026
ElectroWire Medical has received U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) 510(k) clearance for its LightningWire™ Transseptal Puncture System, marking another milestone for the Lexington County-based medical device company as it…
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South Carolina educators gain real-world manufacturing insights through Michelin plant tour
July 20, 2026The South Carolina Council on Economic Education (SC Economics) recently provided a unique professional learning experience for South Carolina educators through an exclusive tour of Michelin’s US7 manufacturing facility…
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Detpak USA selects Spartanburg County for first U.S. manufacturing facility
July 16, 2026
Detpak USA, a global manufacturer of paper and board packaging products, has selected Spartanburg County for its first U.S. manufacturing operation, a multi-million-dollar investment expected to create more than 50…
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EPC Power opens new Fountain Inn manufacturing facility, plans 275 new jobs
July 16, 2026
EPC Power has opened a new 167,000-square-foot manufacturing facility in Fountain Inn that will nearly triple the company’s U.S. production capacity as demand grows for power systems supporting artificial intelligence…
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Beaufort Rosemary selects Kershaw County for energy infrastructure investment
July 15, 2026
$900 million in investment will create 15 new jobs BRNG LLC, with its affiliate Beaufort Rosemary, a greenfield energy project developer, has selected Kershaw County for a $900 million investment…
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Business & Menus Takes Educators Inside Laurens County Workplaces
July 15, 2026
Laurens County served as the sixth stop of the Business & Menus program on Monday, June 29, giving educators from across the Upper Savannah region a firsthand look at local…
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Cohn Construction’s Chief Financial Officer David A. McKinley, CPA named a 2026 Honoree in Leaders in Business & Finance
July 10, 2026
David A. McKinley, CPA, Chief Financial Officer of Cohn Construction, has been named a 2026 Leader in Business & Finance honoree by SCBIZ. The award recognizes financial professionals for leadership,…
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Finlay Park receives national recognition for innovation in park design
July 1, 2026The City of Columbia announced that Finlay Park has been selected by the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) as the recipient of the 2026 Innovation in Park Design Award,…
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City of Georgetown to host CDBG community needs assessment meeting on July 14
June 30, 2026
The City of Georgetown invites all residents to attend a public Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Needs Assessment meeting on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, at 6:00 pm in the Conference…
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Cinnamon Roll Deli announces June 29 grand opening in Lexington
June 30, 2026
On Monday, June 29, Cinnamon Roll Deli officially opened its newest location to the public. The restaurant invites guests to experience the award-winning menu, family-friendly atmosphere and hospitality that have…
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South Carolina Water Utilities announces consolidation with Blue Granite Water Company
June 29, 2026
Largest Water Utility Consolidation in South Carolina History South Carolina Water Utilities (SCWU), the state’s largest private water and wastewater provider, has announced the consolidation of Blue Granite Water Company…
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Homes of Hope celebrates the 346th and 347th graduates of its Men’s Workforce Development program
June 26, 2026
Homes of Hope celebrated another milestone in its mission to create economic mobility and generational change across South Carolina as two men graduated from the organization’s Men’s Workforce Development (MWD)…
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SCEDA announces 2026–2027 Board of Directors
June 25, 2026
The South Carolina Economic Developers’ Association (SCEDA) announced its 2026-2027 Board of Directors, with new and returning members installed during the organization’s Annual Conference. Joining the Board of Directors for…
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Greenville Arena District selects Turner Construction to lead Bon Secours Wellness Arena project
June 24, 2026
Multi-phase project to prioritize participation of local contractors, subcontractors, and workforce The Greenville Arena District has selected Turner Construction as the construction manager for the Bon Secours Wellness Arena project…
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Cohn Construction completes the expansion & renovation of First Baptist Church of Irmo
June 24, 2026
Cohn Construction has completed the expansion & renovation of First Baptist Church of Irmo, delivering a revitalized sanctuary & narthex addition designed to better serve the congregation and support future…
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SCTAC CEO Jody Bryson awarded Order of the Palmetto
June 22, 2026
South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster presented the Order of the Palmetto today to Jody Bryson, president and CEO of the South Carolina Technology & Aviation Center in Greenville. Established by…
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Midlands Leaders celebrate completion of first Regional Gateways project along airport corridor
June 22, 2026Local government leaders, business representatives and community partners gathered on Wednesday, June 17 to celebrate the completion of the first project under the Regional Gateways initiative, a collaborative regional effort…
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$282 million Bon Secours Wellness Arena transformation receives approval
June 18, 2026
Project Includes New West Lobby and Two-Story Terrace Bon Secours Wellness Arena is officially set to undergo a major, $282 million transformation after the City’s Design Review Board (DRB) approved…
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New study highlights economic development’s local impact across Charleston County
June 18, 2026
Study examines 33 years of economic development activity, highlighting higher-wage jobs, support for local businesses, and strong returns for taxpayers A new economic impact study conducted by University of South Carolina Research…
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