City Center Partnership announces election of new officers and board members for 2018
November 15, 2017City Center Partnership announced it has elected the following officers for a one-year term. The election took place at CCP’s 16th annual meeting. • Lee Mashburn (pictured) of Mashburn Construction –…
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Insurance professor gives economic forecast
November 15, 2017South Carolina’s recovery from the economic recession that began in December 2007 has outpaced U.S. growth in some measures since that time, but future forecasts depend on continued consumer confidence…
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City Center Partnership announces election of new officers and board members for 2018
November 15, 2017
City Center Partnership announced it has elected the following officers for a one-year term. The election took place at CCP’s 16th annual meeting. • Lee Mashburn (pictured) of Mashburn Construction –…
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Insurance professor gives economic forecast
November 15, 2017
South Carolina’s recovery from the economic recession that began in December 2007 has outpaced U.S. growth in some measures since that time, but future forecasts depend on continued consumer confidence…
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Teknoware establishing new operations in Horry County
November 14, 2017
Interior lighting systems manufacturer creating 45 new jobs Teknoware, a Finland-based manufacturing firm, today announced plans to establish operations in Horry County. The company will hire approximately 45 employees and…
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Finalcontrol, Inc. launching new operations in Charleston County
November 9, 2017
Finalcontrol, Inc., a quality assurance provider for manufacturing companies, is locating new operations in Charleston County. The project is expected to create 34 new jobs over the next year. Providing…
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Harbor Freight announces 1 million-square-foot expansion in Dillon County
November 8, 2017
Harbor Freight Tools will significantly expand its South Carolina presence with an approximately 1 million-square-foot expansion of its East Coast distribution facility in Dillon, bringing the national retailer’s total footprint…
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Harbor Freight Tools creating more than 500 jobs in Dillon County expansion
November 7, 2017
Company Investing in One Million-Square-Foot Expansion Harbor Freight Tools, Dillon County’s largest employer, today announced a one million-square foot expansion of its East Coast distribution facility. This expansion is projected…
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SCBIO Chief Executive Sam Konduros honored by South Carolina Governor McMaster with Order of the Palmetto
November 6, 2017SCBIO CEO Sam Konduros was presented with the Order of the Palmetto, the state’s highest civilian honor, during SCBIO’s annual conference at the Gaillard Center in Charleston last week. Governor…
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SCBIO Chief Executive Sam Konduros honored by South Carolina Governor McMaster with Order of the Palmetto
November 6, 2017SCBIO CEO Sam Konduros was presented with the Order of the Palmetto, the state’s highest civilian honor, during SCBIO’s annual conference at the Gaillard Center in Charleston last week. Governor…
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SCBIO Chief Executive Sam Konduros honored by South Carolina Governor McMaster with Order of the Palmetto
November 6, 2017SCBIO CEO Sam Konduros was presented with the Order of the Palmetto, the state’s highest civilian honor, during SCBIO’s annual conference at the Gaillard Center in Charleston last week. Governor…
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AHT Cooling Systems USA, Inc. expanding operations in Charleston County
November 1, 2017
AHT Cooling Systems USA, Inc., a provider of custom refrigerated and frozen merchandising solutions, is expanding its existing Charleston County facility by adding assembly and distribution operations. The project will…
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West Columbia among 10 cities receiving Hometown Economic Development Grants
November 1, 2017West Columbia is among ten cities and towns across the state that have received a Hometown Economic Development Grant from the Municipal Association of South Carolina. In partnership with EngenuitySC,…
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AHT Cooling Systems USA expanding operations in Charleston County
November 1, 2017
CHARLESTON COUNTY, SCÂ – AHT Cooling Systems USA, Inc., a provider of custom refrigerated and frozen merchandising solutions, is expanding its existing Charleston County facility by adding assembly and distribution…
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KB Biotech Solutions launching new Dillon County operations
October 31, 2017
$12 Million Investment To Create 100 New Jobs KB Biotech Solutions, a venture of Chinese-based Anhui Chem-bright Bioengineering Co. Ltd., is launching new manufacturing operations in Dillon County. The $12…
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The Blythe Company expanding its operations into Lancaster County
October 24, 2017
Company Creating 21 New Jobs at Indian Land Facility The Blythe Company today announced that it is expanding its headquarters and other operations into Lancaster County, bringing $4 million of…
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Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd helps Arthrex, Inc. launch operations in Anderson County
October 23, 2017When Arthrex planned to locate its recently announced major manufacturing facility in Anderson County, Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd lawyers were there to support their team in every legal aspect of the…
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EngenuitySC announces 2017-18 initiatives to boost competitiveness and prosperity in the Midlands
October 23, 2017EngenuitySC, the Columbia-based economic development nonprofit focused on enhancing the Midlands’ competitiveness and prosperity, today announced its programming for the upcoming year. Projects include What’s Next Midlands, the Midlands Regional…
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EngenuitySC announces 2017-18 initiatives to boost competitiveness and prosperity in the Midlands
October 23, 2017
EngenuitySC, the Columbia-based economic development nonprofit focused on enhancing the Midlands’ competitiveness and prosperity, today announced its programming for the upcoming year. Projects include What’s Next Midlands, the Midlands Regional…
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Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd helps Arthrex, Inc. launch operations in Anderson County
October 23, 2017When Arthrex planned to locate its recently announced major manufacturing facility in Anderson County, Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd lawyers were there to support their team in every legal aspect of the…
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Arthrex, Inc. creating more than 1,000 new jobs in Anderson County
October 16, 2017
Medical Device Manufacturer Launching New Operations In The Upstate Arthrex, Inc., a global orthopedic medical device company, headquartered in Naples, Fla., is launching new manufacturing operations in Anderson County. The…
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Arthrex, Inc. creating more than 1,000 new jobs in Anderson County
October 16, 2017
Medical Device Manufacturer Launching New Operations In The Upstate Arthrex, Inc., a global orthopedic medical device company, headquartered in Naples, Fla., is launching new manufacturing operations in Anderson County. The…
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Augusta Fiberglass Coatings, Inc. expanding in Barnwell County
October 11, 2017
Fiberglass Product Manufacturer Creating 12 Jobs Augusta Fiberglass Coatings, Inc., a leading manufacturer of custom fiberglass reinforced plastic (FRP) equipment, will expand its existing operations in Blackville, S.C. To accommodate…
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Augusta Fiberglass Coatings, Inc. expanding in Barnwell County
October 11, 2017
Fiberglass Product Manufacturer Creating 12 Jobs Augusta Fiberglass Coatings, Inc., a leading manufacturer of custom fiberglass reinforced plastic (FRP) equipment, will expand its existing operations in Blackville, S.C. To accommodate…
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Prysmian Group North America expanding Lexington County operations
October 9, 2017
$15 Million Investment To Increase Production Of Fiber Cable Prysmian Group, a world leader in the telecom cables and systems industry, today announced a planned expansion of the company’s North…
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Prysmian Group North America expanding Lexington County operations
October 9, 2017
$15 Million Investment To Increase Production Of Fiber Cable Prysmian Group, a world leader in the telecom cables and systems industry, today announced a planned expansion of the company’s North…
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American Scrappers establishing Dillon County operations
October 6, 2017
Logistics and distribution center creating 200 new jobs American Scrappers is establishing operations in Dillon County with the launch of a new distribution and logistics center. The company’s $15.5 million…
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American Scrappers establishing Dillon County operations
October 6, 2017
Logistics and distribution center creating 200 new jobs American Scrappers is establishing operations in Dillon County with the launch of a new distribution and logistics center. The company’s $15.5 million…
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Piedmont Energy Systems, Inc. expanding manufacturing operations into York County
October 4, 2017
YOURK COUNTY, SC – Piedmont Energy Systems, Inc. (PES), a supplier of custom-built bulk hydrocarbon and fluorocarbon storage and distribution systems, has expanded its manufacturing operations into a new location…
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Piedmont Energy Systems, Inc. expanding manufacturing operations into York County
October 4, 2017
YOURK COUNTY, SC – Piedmont Energy Systems, Inc. (PES), a supplier of custom-built bulk hydrocarbon and fluorocarbon storage and distribution systems, has expanded its manufacturing operations into a new location…
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SCTAC hires intern
September 28, 2017
The South Carolina Technology and Aviation Center (SCTAC) has hired Bethany Parrott as an intern for the 2017-2018 school year. She will assist with internal and external communications and PR…
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SCTAC hires intern
September 28, 2017
The South Carolina Technology and Aviation Center (SCTAC) has hired Bethany Parrott as an intern for the 2017-2018 school year. She will assist with internal and external communications and PR…
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Collum’s Lumber Products expanding operations in Allendale County
September 27, 2017
ALLENDALE COUNTY, SC – Collum’s Lumber Products, LLC, a producer of dimensional lumber and other wood products, today announced the expansion of its Allendale County manufacturing operations. Creating 10 new…
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Collum’s Lumber Products expanding operations in Allendale County
September 27, 2017
ALLENDALE COUNTY, SC – Collum’s Lumber Products, LLC, a producer of dimensional lumber and other wood products, today announced the expansion of its Allendale County manufacturing operations. Creating 10 new…
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Charleston Regional Development Alliance receives two excellence awards from IEDC
September 26, 2017
The Charleston Regional Development Alliance has won two high-level awards from the International Economic Development Council (IEDC) in the category of communities with a population greater than 500,000: a Gold…
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S.C. Department of Commerce awarded grant to support export assistance programs
September 20, 2017
The S.C. Department of Commerce has been awarded a State Trade Expansion Program (STEP) grant from the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) for the sixth year. In total, the SBA…
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S.C. Department of Commerce awarded grant to support export assistance programs
September 20, 2017The S.C. Department of Commerce has been awarded a State Trade Expansion Program (STEP) grant from the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) for the sixth year. In total, the SBA…
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BorgWarner Inc. expanding operations in Oconee County
September 20, 2017OCONEE COUNTY, SC – BorgWarner Inc., a global leader in clean and efficient technology solutions for combustion, hybrid, and electric vehicles, is expanding its operations in Oconee County. The $71.9…
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BorgWarner Inc. expanding operations in Oconee County
September 20, 2017OCONEE COUNTY, SC – BorgWarner Inc., a global leader in clean and efficient technology solutions for combustion, hybrid, and electric vehicles, is expanding its operations in Oconee County. The $71.9…
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BorgWarner Inc. expanding operations in Oconee County
September 20, 2017
OCONEE COUNTY, SC – BorgWarner Inc., a global leader in clean and efficient technology solutions for combustion, hybrid, and electric vehicles, is expanding its operations in Oconee County. The $71.9…
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Thrace-LINQ growing its Dorchester County operations
September 19, 2017
$9 Million Investment To Expand Facility And Add Equipment Thrace-LINQ, a global supplier of fabrics for the textile industry, is expanding its Dorchester County operations. The $9 million investment is…
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Thrace-LINQ growing its Dorchester County operations
September 19, 2017
$9 Million Investment To Expand Facility And Add Equipment Thrace-LINQ, a global supplier of fabrics for the textile industry, is expanding its Dorchester County operations. The $9 million investment is…
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Plan West Ashley Draft Report Available for Public Comment
September 14, 2017The City of Charleston and West Ashley Revitalization Commission have published the Plan West Ashley Draft Report. Citizens are encouraged to review the draft report and provide comments. The report…
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Economic development pays off for central South Carolina
September 13, 2017Eight of the state’s central region counties are enjoying the fruits of economic development efforts seeking new business and employment – to the tune of investments totaling…
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Economic development pays off for central South Carolina
September 13, 2017Eight of the state’s central region counties are enjoying the fruits of economic development efforts seeking new business and employment – to the tune of investments totaling…
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Greystone completes latest preservation deal in South Carolina for $77.3 million
September 11, 2017Greystone Affordable Development, a leading provider of affordable housing recapitalization, rehabilitation and development services, announces the closing of a $77.3 million multifamily housing transaction in South Carolina. Greystone was also…
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Greystone completes latest preservation deal in South Carolina for $77.3 million
September 11, 2017Greystone Affordable Development, a leading provider of affordable housing recapitalization, rehabilitation and development services, announces the closing of a $77.3 million multifamily housing transaction in South Carolina. Greystone was also…
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Greystone completes latest preservation deal in South Carolina for $77.3 million
September 11, 2017
Greystone Affordable Development, a leading provider of affordable housing recapitalization, rehabilitation and development services, announces the closing of a $77.3 million multifamily housing transaction in South Carolina. Greystone was also…
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Economic development boost in Richland County
September 6, 2017
Charter NEX Films Manufacturing Operations Creating more than 110 Jobs at Farrow Road Facility Film manufacturer Charter NEX Films (charternex.com) is soon constructing a 140,000-square-foot facility expected to bring an…
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Don Construction Products launching Lancaster County operations
August 31, 2017
LANCASTER COUNTY, SC – Don Construction Products (DCP), a U.K.-based world leader in developing, manufacturing, and marketing advanced technology products for the construction industry, is launching its first U.S. manufacturing…
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