Laurens County Development Corporation
October 13, 2020
The Laurens County Development Corporation mission and plan ensures that Laurens County continues to be a “business-centered” community which focuses on economic opportunities that result in a viable future for…
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SC Works to Host Open-Air Job Fair October 15 in Fountain Inn
October 13, 2020
SC Works is hosting an open-air Job Fair in Fountain Inn on October 15th from 2PM-5PM at the Fountain Inn Farmers Market (110 Depot St., Fountain Inn), which will include…
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A Conversation with Matt Kennell, City Center Partnership
October 13, 2020
Twenty years ago, the downtown business district of Columbia, SC, specifically Main Street, was a source of embarrassment for local residents. Skip ahead to 2020, and downtown Columbia is now…
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Arrival to build its first U.S. electric vehicle microfactory in York County
October 13, 2020
The $46 Million Investment Will Create 240 New Jobs Arrival, a global electric vehicle (EV) company, today announced plans to establish its first U.S. Microfactory in York County. The $46…
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The Capital Project Sales Tax Referendum – What You Need to Know Before You Vote
October 12, 2020
Less than thirty days until election day. Beyond President of the United States there’s a lot on the ballot that will directly impact Laurens County Residents. One such item is…
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URS Capital Partners and Catalyst Capital Partners acquire $45M+ mixed-use project in Rock Hill, SC
October 11, 2020A joint venture between URS Capital Partners, a NY based private real estate investment firm, and Catalyst Capital Partners, a Charlotte based real estate development firm, have recently closed on…
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Oldcastle APG establishing operations in Fairfield County
October 8, 2020
More Than $25 Million Investment Will Create Approximately 100 Jobs Oldcastle APG, a leading global manufacturer of outdoor living and building materials, today announced plans to establish operations in Fairfield…
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Lander University, Technical Colleges sign partnership agreement to enhance transfer of students
October 7, 2020
Lander University’s College of Business and the South Carolina Technical College System have signed a partnership agreement designed to enhance the seamless transfer of students and graduates from the 16…
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Midlands Technical College Commissioner honored
October 6, 2020
Midlands Technical College Commissioner Honored; Diane Sumpter wins Lifetime Achievement Award from business group The United States Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA) has honored Midlands Technical College Commissioner Diane Sumpter.…
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Spartanburg Community College begins South Carolina’s first Injection Molding Training Program
October 4, 2020
In response to the increasing need for skilled injection molding manufacturing associates, Spartanburg Community College’s Corporate & Community Education division has started the first injection molding training program in South…
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SC Council on Competitiveness releases 2020 SC Logistics Study revealing an increased industry impact on state economy
October 1, 2020
The study reveals the impact of logistics in South Carolina, including revenue growth, employment, economic contribution, industry wages, and more. The SC Council on Competitiveness has released its 2020 SC…
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City Center Partnership
September 29, 2020
City Center Partnership was formed to manage the downtown Business Improvement District in the 36-block area bounded by Gervais, Elmwood, Assembly and Marion streets in Columbia, SC. The organization provides…
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Rivers Plumbing and Electric, Inc. establishing operations in Marion County
September 29, 2020
More Than $9.1 Million Investment Will Create 150 New Jobs Rivers Plumbing and Electric, Inc., an engineering and design, prefabrication, construction and post-construction firm, today announced plans to establish operations…
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Trident United Way working to inform Tri-County high cost of living
September 28, 2020Self Sufficiency Standard study highlights our region as one of the highest costs of living areas in S.C., further emphasizing the vital work Trident United Way does to improve…
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Tactical Medical Solutions LLC expanding operations in Anderson County
September 24, 2020
More Than $1.7 Million Investment Will Create 21 New Jobs Tactical Medical Solutions LLC, a global leading developer and manufacturer of pre-hospital medical products and patient simulators, today announced plans…
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Charleston Metro Chamber releases Talent 2020 & Beyond
September 23, 2020
The Charleston Metro Chamber has released Talent 2020 & Beyond, a report focused on a skills-first approach to meeting the Charleston region’s workforce needs. With the disruption of 2020, the…
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City of Clinton Breaks Ground on Future Recreation Complex
September 22, 2020
You don’t have to live in Clinton, SC to know it’s a sports town. The Red Devil reputation is widely known. Tuesday, the city of Clinton took the next step…
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Maxwood Furniture expanding operations in Marion County
September 22, 2020
More Than $5.8 Million Investment Will Create 30 New Jobs Maxwood Furniture, a manufacturer and distributor of bedroom furniture, today announced plans to expand operations in Marion County. The more…
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Harris joins Global Location Strategies as Marketing Manager
September 21, 2020
Global Location Strategies (GLS) Founding Principal Didi Caldwell announced that Katie Harris has been hired as Marketing Manager. In this role, Harris will apply her creativity and broad experience in…
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Website Launched to Educate Laurens County Residents on 1% Sales Tax before Voting on November 3rd
September 21, 2020
Laurens County citizens will have the opportunity to vote for a 1% sales tax in the November 3 general election. The sales tax, if adopted, would last for eight years or…
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New Business Coming to Downtown Clinton
September 21, 2020
202 W Main Street (formerly Designer’s Alley) in downtown Clinton is undergoing renovations to become the office location for a civil engineering and land surveying firm. The space blends modern architecture…
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Driverge Vehicle Innovations, LLC expanding operations in Charleston County
September 17, 2020
$350,000 Investment Will Create 13 New Jobs Driverge Vehicle Innovations, LLC (Driverge), an industry leader in commercial wheelchair transportation and accessible taxis, today announced plans to expand operations in Charleston…
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DESA’s Diane Sumpter receives national Award for Lifetime Achievement
September 17, 2020
DESA, Inc. is pleased to announce that Diane E. Sumpter, its President and CEO, has been awarded the Abe Venable Legacy Award for Lifetime Achievement by the US Minority Business…
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NARENCO establishing operations in Florence County
September 17, 2020
Company Investing $20 Million Into Solar Power Project NARENCO, a leading renewable energy independent power producer, today announced plans to establish operations in Florence County. The company is investing $20…
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DMA Holdings, Inc. expanding operations in Marion County
September 16, 2020DMA Holdings, Inc. (DMA), an established supplier to the North American automotive and heavy-duty parts aftermarket, today announced plans to expand operations in Marion County with the opening of a…
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ClickFold Plastics establishing operations in Lancaster County
September 16, 2020
$1.5 Million Investment Will Create 21 New Jobs ClickFold Plastics, a custom plastics manufacturer, today announced plans to establish operations in Lancaster County. The $1.5 million investment will create 21…
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Groundwork almost complete at QT site
September 14, 2020
The site work at the future location of QuikTrip (QT) on SC-72 in Clinton is almost complete, according to a Facebook post by the Clinton Economic Development Corporation. QT is…
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Leisure Pools and Spas North America, Inc. establishing operations in Marion County
September 14, 2020
$6.1 Million Investment Will Create 200 New Jobs Leisure Pools and Spas North America, Inc., a leading fiberglass in-ground pool manufacturer, today announced plans to establish operations in Marion County.…
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Columbia Economic Development dedicates September to insurance technology
September 14, 2020
Department Designates September ‘Insurtech Month’ In a nod to a globe-spanning industry that originated in Columbia, SC, Columbia Economic Development (CED) has named September Insurtech Month. Executive Director Ryan Coleman…
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DC BLOX expands with major regional datacenter in Greenville County, South Carolina
September 9, 2020
With the acceleration of digital transformation initiatives across industries, DC BLOX is developing essential infrastructure that strategically enables digital business across the Southeastern United States. Organizations across the Carolinas and…
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VentureSouth surpasses $50 million invested
September 9, 2020
VentureSouth announced a major milestone, as the early-stage investment group has now invested more than $50 million in early-stage companies in the Southeast. Recently announced investments in Threatswitch and Altis…
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DC BLOX establishing operations in Greenville County
September 9, 2020
Over $200 Million Combined Investment Will Initially Create Five New Jobs DC BLOX, a multi-tenant data center provider in the Southeast, today announced plans to establish operations in Greenville County.…
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Lineage Logistics expanding operations in Charleston County
September 8, 2020
$34 Million Investment Will Create 36 New Jobs Lineage Logistics, an innovative provider of temperature-controlled logistics solutions, today announced plans to expand operations in Charleston County. The $34 million investment…
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Midlands Technical College recognized for workforce development
September 8, 2020
The Transatlantic Business & Investment Council (TBIC) has welcomed Midlands Technical College into its membership network. The organization’s mission is to “promote transatlantic trade and investment” between North America and…
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Agriculture Technology Campus establishing 1,000-acre operation in Hampton County
September 3, 2020
Combined $314 million investment to create more than 1,500 jobs Agriculture Technology Campus, a joint venture project between Mastronardi, Clear Water Farms, LiDestri Food and Drink (LiDestri) and GEM Opportunity…
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Agriculture Technology Campus establishing 1,000-acre operation in Hampton County
September 2, 2020
Combined $314 Million Investment to Create More Than 1,500 Jobs Agriculture Technology Campus, a joint venture project between Mastronardi, Clear Water Farms, LiDestri Food and Drink and GEM Opportunity Zone…
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Thorne Celebrates 6 Years in Laurens
September 2, 2020
In 2014, family owned and operated Thorne Ambulance Service (TAS) opened their Laurens office and began providing full-time service to the citizens and visitors of Laurens County. Ryan Thorne, founder…
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Cantey Tech Consulting expanding operations in Charleston County
September 1, 2020
Expansion Will Create 25 New Jobs Cantey Tech Consulting, an IT support and consulting firm, today announced plans to expand operations in Charleston County. The project will create 25 new…
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Survey shows impact of COVID-19 on young children, families and child care in South Carolina
September 1, 2020
Findings from a statewide survey released today reveal how families with young children are managing child care, work and parenting during the pandemic. The Build it Back Better survey was…
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Digital Economy Ecosystem program will bring technology training and innovation to rural communities
August 31, 2020
The South Carolina Office of Rural Health (SCORH) has received a $129,281 grant from the USDA’s 2020 Rural Business Development Grant program. With this new funding, SCORH will collaborate with…
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Swedish manufacturer FlexQube to provide Spartanburg marketing solutions with Spark Center SC location
August 27, 2020
FlexQube, a Swedish manufacturer of custom, automated manufacturing components, will locate at Spartanburg Community College’s Spark Center SC to begin providing solutions in the Upstate automotive manufacturing market. FlexQube offers a…
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Loctek establishing operations in Clarendon County
August 19, 2020
$5 Million Investment Will Create 10 New Jobs Loctek, a manufacturer of ergonomic solution products, today announced plans to establish operations in Clarendon County. The company’s $5 million investment is…
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JIDA Industrial Solutions, Inc. and Global Trade Logistics establishing operations in Greenville County
August 19, 2020
JIDA Industrial Solutions, Inc. (JIDA), a global enterprise that specializes in intelligent material handling, and its third-party logistics (3PL) subsidiary Global Trade Logistics (GTL), today announced plans to establish operations…
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KRA Operations, LLC establishing operations in Newberry County
August 18, 2020$11.5 Million Investment to Create 57 New Jobs KRA Operations, LLC, a subsidiary of South Korean-based Kirin Precision Co., Ltd, is establishing its first U.S. operations in Newberry County. The…
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Laurens County community efforts needed to slow spread of Covid-19
August 17, 2020The Laurens County Development Corporation (LCDC) is working to rally citizens in our community—and the state as a whole—to help slow the spread of Covid-19. Last week, in partnership with…
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BCDCOG expands transportation planning staff
August 13, 2020
New planner increases agency focus on bike-ed safety The Berkeley-Charleston-Dorchester Council of Governments (BCDCOG) has expanded its planning staff with the hire of community and transportation planner Kyle James. James,…
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Renewable Water Resources among the first wastewater treatment agencies to launch program to track concentration of COVID-19 virus in area wastewater
August 13, 2020
Data analyzed by Clemson University and shared with health and governmental agencies shows significant level of COVID-19 infection in Greenville County residents Renewable Water Resources (ReWa), the non-profit entity responsible…
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Phoenix Specialty Mfg. Co. expanding operations in Bamberg County
August 11, 2020
More Than $5.5 Million Investment Will Create 35 New Jobs Phoenix Specialty Mfg. Co. (Phoenix Specialty), a leading supplier of custom specialty parts to original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) in the…
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Lieutenant Governor visits Jostens, applauds efforts
August 6, 2020
On Monday, August 4, Jostens Cap & Gown facility in Laurens hosted South Carolina Lieutenant Governor Pamela Evette. Evette spent the early part of this week touring various SC companies,…
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Scribble Season 2 Launch Party
August 4, 2020
Mark your calendars: Scribble is celebrating a second season of innovators on August 19th! When: August 19, 2020, 5:30P-7:00P What: Scribble Season 2 Launch Party The concept for Scribble started…
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