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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Berkeley County names John O. Williams new Economic Development Director
February 28, 2024
Berkeley County has named John O. Williams, II the County’s new Economic Development Director. County Council approved the item at its meeting on Monday, February 26, 2024. Williams is a…
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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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South Carolina Export Sales Total $37.3 Billion in 2023, Defying National Exports Trend
February 23, 2024
Automotive remains dominant industry for state’s exports Governor Henry McMaster, the South Carolina Department of Commerce (S.C. Commerce) and South Carolina Ports (SC Ports) announced that the state’s 2023 export…
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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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MOONDOG Animation Studio grows South Carolina footprint with expansion in Charleston County
February 21, 2024
$90,000 investment will create 20 new jobs in 5 years Fast Facts MOONDOG Animation Studio (MOONDOG) is growing its South Carolina footprint with an expansion in Charleston County. The company’s $90,000 investment…
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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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EnerSys intends to expand its presence in South Carolina with new operations in Greenville County
February 15, 2024
EnerSys (NYSE:ENS), a global leader in energy storage systems and solutions, has announced it plans to expand in South Carolina with the establishment of new operations in Greenville County. This…
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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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Strategic Development Group celebrates 25 years of excellence and growth
February 12, 2024
On February 12, 2024, Strategic Development Group (SDG), a leading site selection firm, will mark its 25th anniversary. Established in Columbia, SC, in 1999 by Mark Williams, SDG has grown…
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Exhibit at Upcountry History Museum explores Centennial Legacy of The Duke Endowment
February 12, 2024A 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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Main Street District appoints Beth Frost as a member of the Board of Directors
February 7, 2024
Main Street District appoints Beth Frost, Director of Business Development of Cohn Corporation as a new member of the Board of Directors. As a board member, Beth will help guide…
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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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Laurens County Development Corporation (LCDC) Annual Meeting Highlights Remarkable Achievements in 2023
January 23, 2024
The Laurens County Development Corporation (LCDC) celebrated a historic 2023 year in which President/CEO Jonathan Coleman and his team, Vice President Lynn Finley and Director of Marketing Whitney Lagrange, spearheaded…
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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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EV leader Tesla to open state-of-the-art logistics operations in Greenville County, SC
January 18, 2024
Electric car maker selects Fountain Inn for first major presence in Palmetto State; Fox Hill Business Park to host state-of-the-art distribution facility to support Tesla growth in Southeast Tesla will open…
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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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Capital Concrete Co. grows South Carolina footprint with new operation in Fairfield County, SC
January 10, 2024
$8.25 Million investment will create 17 new jobs Capital Concrete Co., a construction materials supplier, announced it is growing its South Carolina footprint with a new operation in Fairfield County. The company’s…
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Lima One Capital predicts stable housing prices and increased transaction volume in 2024
January 9, 2024
Lima One Capital unveiled its 2004 Housing Outlook today. The 26-page document predicts a more stable housing market than that of the previous 12 months. “The 2023 Housing Market tested…
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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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The Northside Development Group announces Bill Barnet to transition from Board of Directors to Emeritus role in 2023
December 20, 2023
The Northside Development Group announces Founding Board Chair, Bill Barnet’s transition from Board of Directors to First Emeritus Board Member. Barnet, who chaired the board from the organization’s founding in…
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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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Quality Enclosures establishes first South Carolina operations in Clarendon County
December 14, 2023
$7.37 million investment will create 50 new jobs Quality Enclosures, a manufacturer of tempered glass shower enclosures, today announced that it will establish new operations in Clarendon County. The company’s…
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Leadership Series – George Bailey, Darnall W. and Susan F. Boyd Foundation, Inc.
December 14, 2023
The Who’s on the Move Leadership Series highlights people leading extraordinary change in South Carolina. We will be focusing on the journeys of 12 top leaders per year from across the state…
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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, 2023Big 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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Additive Plastics Group expands manufacturing operations in Anderson County
December 7, 2023
$6.2 million investment will create 24 new jobs Additive Plastics Group, LLC (APG), a premier manufacturer of color and additive concentrates, specialty compounds and custom engineered products, today announced it is…
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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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TMC Transportation grows Southeast presence with expansion in Richland County
December 5, 2023
$38 million investment will create 185 jobs TMC Transportation, one of the trucking industry’s premier flatbed carriers, announced it is growing its Southeast presence with the expansion of its regional…
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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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Dawn Staley, Coach and Olympian, to receive 2023 Global Vision Award
November 20, 2023
The Columbia World Affairs Council announced Coach Dawn Staley as the 2023 Global Vision Award recipient. An Olympic gold medalist, American Basketball Hall of Famer, and head coach of women’s…
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The Main Street District celebrates 22 years of growth and development
November 16, 2023
For the 22nd year, the organization hosted an annual meeting to share the success of the district with stakeholders and community partners. The Main Street District (MSD), also known as City…
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Pyramid Contracting breaks ground on 50,000 sq ft spec building in Orangeburg County
November 14, 2023
Pyramid Contracting, LLC participated in the groundbreaking ceremony for a state-of-the-art 50,000-square-foot industrial spec building in Orangeburg County. The milestone event was organized by the Orangeburg County Development Commission, showcasing…
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SCbio 2024 Life Sciences conference expects record attendance, over 30 national speakers
November 14, 2023
The Science of Success conference addresses key industry issues and topics and bestows industry honors to 600 state, US, and global industry leaders to gather Feb. 6-8 in Greenville. The…
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Global instant ramen leader Nissin Foods to expand with new operations in Greenville County
November 9, 2023
Inventors of first instant ramen noodle capitalize on surging demand, growth by adding over 300 new jobs and making $228 million investment in Upstate Nissin Foods, a global leader in…
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Sustain SC launches roadmap to support sustainability initiatives in South Carolina
October 30, 2023
Sustain SC launched the Roadmap to Sustain SC, which identifies seven key accelerators that will move South Carolina forward as a sustainable state ensuring economic prosperity and protection of our…
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Mojave Energy Systems establishes operations in Anderson County
October 25, 2023
$4 million investment will create 200 new jobs Governor Henry McMaster and the South Carolina Department of Commerce (S.C. Commerce) today announced that Mojave Energy Systems (Mojave), a clean technology (cleantech) start-up…
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MPF Embarks on a Promising Future: Groundbreaking Event Marks a Milestone
October 20, 2023
Manufacturing Precision Feedthrough Products (MPF) kicked off 2023 with fervor and determination to solidify their position as the leading Ceramic-To-Metal manufacturer in the United States. Receiving the prestigious ISO9001-2015 Quality…
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Entrepreneur Minute – James Jordan, Jordon Construction Company
October 19, 2023
The Who’s on the Move, Entrepreneur Minute is an interview in support of the undeniable impact that entrepreneurs have on our communities. We will be highlighting 20 entrepreneurs in each of…
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Partners invest $12 million in affordable, workforce and senior housing
October 12, 2023
Representatives of Greenville Housing Fund (GHF), the City of Greenville, and Truist Bank gathered at Unity Park for a $12 million ceremonial check presentation and celebration of 147 units of…
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Sprouts Farmers Market breaks ground at Aston Properties’ North Hills Shopping Center
October 12, 2023
Aston Properties makes significant investment to enhance historic shopping location on Greenville’s Eastside Aston Properties of Charlotte, NC and Sprouts Farmers Market, one of the largest and fastest growing specialty…
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