A Conversation With… Crystal Keyes of Dumpster Dynasty, LLC
July 23, 2026
By Karen Owens, Publisher Georgetown County is growing rapidly, and with that growth comes a massive demand for dependable disposal services. Stepping up to fill that need is Dumpster Dynasty,…
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South Carolina entrepreneur centers form new statewide support organization
July 21, 2026A reciprocal access agreement between four South Carolina entrepreneur support organizations (ESO Network) will provide seamless access to each organization’s coworking space and conference rooms for their founders and startup…
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Cape Landing introduces flexible small business spaces designed for local entrepreneurs and growing businesses
July 20, 2026
MOUNT PLEASANT, SC – Cape Landing, the new mixed-use destination coming to Carolina Park, is introducing a unique opportunity for entrepreneurs, local businesses, and growing brands seeking a presence in…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Karen Yip, Yip Premier Real Estate
July 16, 2026
The Who’s on the Move Entrepreneur Minute is an interview series exploring how South Carolina businesses and organizations are innovating to stay competitive in a rapidly changing world. Each episode features leaders…
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The Harbor Entrepreneur Center receives Truist Foundation Grant to expand entrepreneur support across the Lowcountry
July 16, 2026
The Harbor Entrepreneur Center (HEC) announced it has received a generous grant from Truist Foundation to expand the reach and impact of the Harbor Accelerator, the organization’s flagship program for…
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EO Charleston announces Board Members
July 9, 2026
EO Charleston has announced its current board members, a group of entrepreneurs and business leaders who will help guide the chapter’s learning, member experience, strategic partnerships, community engagement, finance, forum,…
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Positively Primeval Cocktail Company celebrates One-Year Anniversary with ribbon cutting and community toast
July 8, 2026
Positively Primeval Cocktail Company is thrilled to announce its official one-year anniversary celebration and Ribbon Cutting ceremony on Thursday, July 23, 2026. The event marks an incredible first year of…
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A Conversation with Ava Hall Wasserman of Clair de Lune Needlepoint
July 7, 2026
By Karen Owens Publisher If you’ve stepped into Pretty Palm House in Pawleys Island lately, you might have noticed a vibrant, meticulously detailed new display catching everyone’s eye. It belongs…
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Melrose Market officially opens, bringing a new full-service restaurant to Melrose Heights
July 1, 2026
Lunch available on a walk-in basis; dinner reservations required Melrose Market is now open in Columbia’s Melrose Heights neighborhood, introducing a new full-service restaurant built around exceptional food, thoughtful hospitality…
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Governor McMaster Signs ‘Small Business Regulatory Freedom Act’ Into Law
July 1, 2026
South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster has officially signed H. 3021, the Small Business Regulatory Freedom Act, into law. The legislation represents one of the most significant overhauls of the state’s…
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The Creative Community and Career Center 4 Autism joins The Harbor Entrepreneur Center
June 30, 2026
Bringing Neurodivergent Workforce Training and Community Impact to Charleston’s Entrepreneurial Hub C4 Autism, a peer‑led neurodivergent community and career center, has officially joined The Harbor Entrepreneur Center as a resident…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Meghan Rowe, White Leaf Provisions
June 29, 2026
The LowcountryBizSC, Entrepreneur Minute is an interview in support of the impact that entrepreneurs have on our communities. We will be highlighting diverse group of entrepreneurs, including some incredible innovators…
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Pawleys Island-based leadership firm introduces SHIFT, a new brand built around growth and lasting change
June 26, 2026
Every meaningful change begins with a shift. A shift in perspective. A shift in behavior. A shift in how we show up for the people around us. That simple idea…
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Power Up Spartanburg announces new small business retail and restaurant incubator
June 25, 2026
Power Up Spartanburg announced a small business retail and restaurant incubator will be built along the Mary Black Rail Trail in Spartanburg. Strategically located at 351 E. Henry St., near…
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A Conversation with Chris White, Columbia Metropolitan Airport
June 25, 2026
Chris White, President/CEO, Columbia Metropolitan Airport In this episode, we speak with Chris White, President and CEO of Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE), about the airport’s continued transformation and its growing…
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The Mah Jongg Connection to open the area’s first dedicated Mah Jongg studio on July 6
June 24, 2026
The Mah Jongg Connection will officially open its doors on Monday, July 6, 2026, becoming the area’s first dedicated Mah Jongg studio and community gathering place. To celebrate the occasion,…
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Local Chick-Fil-A Team Invests in Growth with Visit to Support Center
June 22, 2026
In an effort to enhance customer service and foster staff development, local team members from Chick-fil-A Mauldin recently traveled to the company’s corporate headquarters. The restaurant highlighted the trip as…
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Summer session retreat empowers leaders and entrepreneurs to clarify purpose and accelerate growth
June 20, 2026
COLUMBIA, SC – Vision-driven leaders, entrepreneurs, and professionals seeking clarity in a rapidly changing world are invited to experience this 4-day Transformative Vision Retreat, being held August 17-20 at The…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Jessica Vernon, Inspirada Creative
June 18, 2026
The LowcountryBizSC, Entrepreneur Minute is an interview in support of the impact that entrepreneurs have on our communities. We will be highlighting diverse group of entrepreneurs, including some incredible innovators…
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Seamless Transition in Fountain Inn: Steam Coffee & Cream Welcomes New Owners
June 17, 2026
Downtown Fountain Inn is celebrating a smooth transition of ownership at one of its staple gathering spaces, ensuring that a favorite local spot for morning fuel and afternoon treats remains…
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Putting the Green in Greenville: Local Entrepreneur Launches Premium Lawn Care Venture
June 17, 2026
Homeowners in south Greenville County looking to reclaim their weekends have a new premier option for property maintenance. Local resident Adam Bathalter has officially launched Greenville Lawn Masters LLC, a…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Danny Dorsel, President, SC Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics (GSSM)
June 15, 2026
The Who’s on the Move, Entrepreneur Minute is an interview in support of the impact that entrepreneurs have on our communities. In this series you will see a diverse group of…
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Anubis Labs establishes headquarters in Charleston
June 11, 2026
Anubis Labs, an early-stage technology company specializing in physics-based satellite analysis, has established its headquarters in Charleston and begun operations at the Charleston Tech Center. Company leaders cited Charleston’s growing…
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South Carolina entrepreneurs awarded $215,000 for innovative agribusinesses
June 11, 2026
The South Carolina Department of Agriculture’s Agribusiness Center for Research and Entrepreneurship (ACRE) awarded $215,000 in grants to 12 South Carolina businesses as part of its Advanced Entrepreneurship program. A…
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GSSM hosts International Biotechnology Workshop, expanding global STEM opportunities for students
June 8, 2026More than 20 students and educators from five European countries recently gathered at the South Carolina Governor’s School for Science and Mathematics (GSSM) for an international biotechnology workshop that school…
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The Mah Jongg Connection: Building community one tile at a time
June 3, 2026
The Mah Jongg Connection is bringing a dedicated space for Mah Jongg to Pawleys Island, where players can learn, play, and gather around a shared love of the game. Founded…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Jeff Ruble, Kate Bugby, Columbia Area Development Partnership
June 2, 2026
The Who’s on the Move, Entrepreneur Minute is an interview in support of the impact that entrepreneurs have on our communities. In this series you will see a diverse group of…
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SCRA announces funding for rural health innovation
May 28, 2026
The South Carolina Research Authority announced funding available to technology startups focused on improving rural health access. The program, Tech Catalyst Fund, is one of five initiatives within South Carolina’s Rural Health Transformation…
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Furman University’s Center for Innovative Leadership earns two national awards from UPCEA
May 28, 2026
Furman recognized for International Program of Excellence and South Region Program Award; led sessions at 2026 Annual Conference in New Orleans Furman University’s Center for Innovative Leadership has been named…
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Is your content strategy masking a messaging problem?
May 22, 2026
By Chelsea Bennett, Founder and CEO of Ivey Palmer PR For decades, early-stage founders have operated under a simple assumption: if a business is not growing, the problem is visibility.…
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Facts First initiative launches to provide clear information on growth and community change across Spartanburg County
May 20, 2026
Facts First, a new community-focused initiative designed to provide clear, accessible information about growth, development, infrastructure and community change in Spartanburg County, was publicly introduced Tuesday, May 19, during a…
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Venture X Downtown Columbia launches “The Exchange” — a new private business club for Columbia’s professionals, entrepreneurs, and executives
May 19, 2026
Venture X Downtown Columbia Launches “The Exchange” — A New Private Business Club for Columbia’s Professionals, Entrepreneurs, and Executives Venture X Downtown Columbia announced the official launch of The Exchange,…
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Justin Draplin of Fortified Solar named Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2026 Southeast finalist by EY US
May 12, 2026
Justin Draplin, CEO of Fortified Solar LLC, has been named a finalist for the Entrepreneur Of The Year 2026 Southeast Award by Ernst & Young LLP (EY US). Now in…
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SCRA announces new grant funding and member companies
May 12, 2026
Tada AI, CAMA Security, Pathly, and Vet Media Group received new grant funding from the South Carolina Research Authority. Baysys Solutions and Digital Site Box were accepted as SCRA member companies. SCRA…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Margaret Ellen Pender, John Moorman, Anchor Investment Management
May 11, 2026
The Who’s on the Move, Entrepreneur Minute is an interview in support of the impact that entrepreneurs have on our communities. In this series you will see a diverse group of…
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Ivey Palmer PR earns Best in Show at SCPRSA Mercury Awards in debut campaign
May 8, 2026
Ivey Palmer PR, a South Carolina-based public relations agency, has earned the prestigious Best in Show honor at the Mercury Awards, marking a major milestone for the firm in its…
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Debt isn’t the problem — How you structure it is
May 5, 2026
By Chris Cykoski | Principal, Cykoski Ventures Borrowing with the Tides, Not Against Them In the first two columns, we focused on timing—first in cash flow, then in planning. Cash…
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Women of Construction Summer Summit
May 5, 2026
June 11-12, 2026 Hilton Garden Inn Waterfront 45 Lockwood Dr Charleston, SC 29401 The Women of Construction Summer Summit brings together leaders, builders, realtors, attorneys and innovators shaping the future…
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A Conversation with Ellis O’Tuel, CRPC® with Hammock Wealth Management
May 5, 2026
By Karen Owens, Publisher Ellis O’Tuel is a principal with Hammock Wealth Management in Pawleys Island. I recently sat down with him to learn more about his 20 years as…
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Economic Development to host “Borrowing for Small Businesses” workshop
April 30, 2026
Berkeley County Economic Development will host a free, virtual workshop to help small business owners understand financing options to support their needs. The workshop, Borrowing for Small Businesses, will be held Thursday, May…
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Future Leaders: Steam Coffee & Cream to Host Inaugural Young Entrepreneur Market
April 14, 2026
Downtown Fountain Inn is set to become a hub for the next generation of business leaders this weekend. Steam Coffee & Cream has announced it will host its first-ever Young…
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SCRA announces new grant funding and member companies
April 14, 2026
RFIDKNOW, Clutch Intelligence, Realize Ascent Labs, Renoverse AI, Algae Integration Utility Service, Vet Media Group, and PostPixel received new grant funding from the South Carolina Research Authority. Clutch Intelligence, PostPixel, AmICompliant, Memberworks, Pathly, PSF R&D Labs, and Vismerch were accepted as SCRA member…
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The new rules of reputation management
April 13, 2026
Public relations is changing. For years, many people thought of PR as media coverage, announcements and visibility. Those things still matter, but they are no longer enough. Today, public relations…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Allen Smith, Katherine O’Neill, One Spartanburg, Inc.
April 11, 2026
The Who’s on the Move, Entrepreneur Minute is an interview in support of the impact that entrepreneurs have on our communities. In this series you will see a diverse group of…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Nikki Haley, The O6 Foundation
April 11, 2026
The Who’s on the Move, Entrepreneur Minute is an interview in support of the impact that entrepreneurs have on our communities. In this series you will see a diverse group of…
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Seaboard Vista breaks ground in Columbia’s Vista, blending historic preservation with modern mixed-use development
April 9, 2026On Tuesday, April 7, community leaders, preservation advocates and development partners gathered in Columbia’s Congaree Vista to celebrate the official groundbreaking of Seaboard Vista — a transformative mixed-use redevelopment that…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Drew Parker and Jim Canavos, The Pickle Yard
April 6, 2026
The Who’s on the Move, Entrepreneur Minute is an interview in support of the impact that entrepreneurs have on our communities. In this series you will see a diverse group of…
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2026 Small Business Opportunity Expo
March 26, 2026
The City of Charleston will host its 2026 Small Business Opportunity Expo, a free event designed to connect local entrepreneurs with resources, contract opportunities, and key decision-makers. WHAT: A free…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Amy Barch, Turn90
March 24, 2026
The LowcountryBizSC, Entrepreneur Minute is an interview in support of the impact that entrepreneurs have on our communities. We will be highlighting diverse group of entrepreneurs, including some incredible innovators…
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City of Charleston celebrates opening of Palmetto Row Collectives on King Street
March 24, 2026
The City of Charleston’s Office of Small Business Enterprises celebrated the grand opening of Palmetto Row Collectives, a new retail business incubator located at 395-C King Street. City officials, community…
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