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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Mayor Daniel Rickenmann joins leadership of nonprofit “Do Tank” Accelerator for America
September 11, 2025
Mayor Rickenmann joins mayors from Atlanta, Boise, Cleveland, Montgomery, Nashville, Riverside, Rochester Hills and Tempe to help lead the national organization. The City of Columbia shared that Mayor Daniel Rickenmann…
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City of Columbia partners with DreamKey partners to advance housing priorities
September 9, 2025DreamKey_Overview-2024-1 The City of Columbia is proud to announce a new partnership with DreamKey Partners, a nationally recognized nonprofit developer with more than three decades of experience in affordable housing…
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Rapid Shelter Columbia permanently houses 100th resident
September 9, 2025
Rapid Shelter Columbia recently celebrated a milestone: the placement of its 100th individual in permanent housing. Since its inception in November 2022, the City of Columbia’s Homeless Services team has…
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Groundbreaking ceremony for the station at Congaree Pointe
September 9, 2025The City of Columbia, The Columbia Empowerment Zone (CEZ, Inc.), Richland County, Cooperative Health Groundbreaking Ceremony for the Station at Congaree Pointe. Mayor Daniel Rickenmann, Mayor Pro Tem Will Brennan, City Manager…
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Cohn Construction completes new pediatric dental office in Irmo
September 9, 2025
Construction is now complete on a new 3,900 SF pediatric dental office for Irmo Kids Dental. The new story-and-a-half building was thoughtfully designed to prioritize both the comfort and care…
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ElectroWire launches new manufacturing facility in Lexington County
September 3, 2025
ElectroWire Medical, a medical device startup founded by local cardiologist Dr. Robert Leonardi, celebrated the grand opening of its new manufacturing facility in Lexington County on August 18. The facility…
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Cohn Construction’s Carlie Allman named a 2025 Women of Influence By Columbia Regional Business Rport
September 3, 2025
Carlie Allman, Director of Preconstruction at Cohn Construction, has been named one of Columbia Regional Business Report’s 2025 Women of Influence. The annual award recognizes women across the Midlands who…
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THRIVE Laurens County to Host Free Community Event on September 18
August 30, 2025
THRIVE Laurens County, a local initiative dedicated to fostering health, connection, and wellness in our rural communities, will host a free community event on Thursday, September 18, 2025, from 5:00 PM…
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Melrose Market, a new concept from local restaurateur, announced for Melrose Heights retail center
August 15, 2025
Led by industry veteran Chad Elsey, the American brasserie is planned to open in 2026 Columbia’s hospitality scene is set to welcome a fresh concept with the announcement of Melrose…
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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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Arclin expanding Dillon County operations
August 11, 2025
Arclin, a materials science company, announced it is expanding its operations in Dillon County. The company’s more than $60 million investment will create over 30 new jobs. Headquartered in Alpharetta,…
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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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City of Columbia, Core Spaces, and Richland County announce transformative Municipal Complex and Downtown Development
July 29, 2025Announcement of the City of Columbia Municipal Complex at 1401 Main Street & Core Spaces’ Newest Mixed-Use Development, ōLiv Columbia Mayor Daniel J. Rickenmann, City Manager Teresa Wilson, Core Spaces Chief Development…
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Berkeley County receives additional $500,000 EPA Brownfields Assessment grant to revitalize St. Stephen area
July 29, 2025
Berkeley County has received a second $500,000 Brownfield Assessment grant from the Environmental Protection Agency to help revitalize the St. Stephen area. This initiative is part of a larger Brownfield…
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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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Columbia Area Development Partnership now officially leading Richland County’s economic development efforts
July 28, 2025
The Columbia Area Development Partnership (CADP) has officially launched in Richland County, taking the lead on all economic development efforts for Richland County. This marks the full transition from the former…
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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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Regional leaders unveil unifying riverfront brand for Midlands
July 27, 2025On Thursday, July 24, regional leaders from the Midlands Business Leadership Group (MBLG) and the River Alliance gathered at the Saluda Riverwalk to unveil a new brand identity designed to…
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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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Central SC Alliance welcomes Ada Stiglbauer as new Marketing Coordinator
July 21, 2025
The Central SC Alliance announced the hiring of Ada Stiglbauer as the organization’s new Marketing Coordinator. A Columbia native and recent graduate of the University of South Carolina’s Darla Moore…
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Holy City Linen expands Charleston County operations
July 17, 2025
Founded in 2016 in Mount Pleasant, Holy City Linen provides quality, sustainable commercial laundry services throughout the Charleston area. As a vital partner to the region’s robust tourism industry, Holy…
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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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Rolls-Royce expands Aiken County manufacturing operations
July 15, 2025
Rolls-Royce Solutions America Inc. (Rolls-Royce), a provider of off-highway engines and complete power generation systems, announced it is expanding its mtu engine manufacturing operations in Aiken County. The company’s $75…
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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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