South Carolina has 2-to-1 unemployment vs. demand ratio
February 16, 2018
While South Carolina experienced a slight increase in its unemployment rate to 4.1 percent in December 2017, it also saw an increase in the number of available jobs. The number…
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Gov. Henry McMaster signs H.3653 into law
February 14, 2018
H.3653 Protects South Carolina Businesses, Promotes Investment and Job Creation COLUMBIA, S.C. – Governor Henry McMaster was joined today by members of the business community and members of the General Assembly…
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Gov. Henry McMaster signs H.3653 into law
February 14, 2018
H.3653 Protects South Carolina Businesses, Promotes Investment and Job Creation COLUMBIA, S.C. – Governor Henry McMaster was joined today by members of the business community and members of the General Assembly…
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SC Chamber applauds legislature for passage of H.3653
February 7, 2018
The South Carolina House today concurred with Senate amendments to H.3653, legislation which limits nuisance actions by new neighbors against the normal operations of existing manufacturing facilities by codifying the “coming to the nuisance” defense. The bill now…
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SC Chamber applauds legislature for passage of H.3653
February 7, 2018The South Carolina House today concurred with Senate amendments to H.3653, legislation which limits nuisance actions by new neighbors against the normal operations of existing manufacturing facilities by codifying the “coming to the nuisance” defense. The bill now…
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Secretary of Transportation presents 2018 “State of SCDOT”
February 7, 2018
Secretary of Transportation Christy A. Hall presented the “State of SCDOT” report for 2018 to the Senate Transportation Committee on February 7, 2018. The annual review provided the current status of…
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Secretary of Transportation presents 2018 “State of SCDOT”
February 7, 2018
Secretary of Transportation Christy A. Hall presented the “State of SCDOT” report for 2018 to the Senate Transportation Committee on February 7, 2018. The annual review provided the current status of…
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BHSA welcomes SC Legislators to Myrtle Beach for legislative panel at annual board seminar
February 1, 2018
Members of the SC House of Representatives and the SC Senate were present at the Behavioral Health Services Association of South Carolina (BHSA) Board Seminar held January 26-28, 2018 at…
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H.4375 passes the SC House of Representatives with a vote of 119 to 1
January 31, 2018The SC House of Representatives voted to pass bill H.4375, the Utility Ratepayer Protection Package. The purpose of the bill is to provide: for the manner in which and procedures…
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Gov. Henry McMaster reappoints SLED Chief Mark Keel
January 31, 2018Governor Henry McMaster announced his decision to reappoint South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) Chief Mark Keel. Having first been appointed to the position by Governor Nikki Haley in June…
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Gov. Henry McMaster reappoints SLED Chief Mark Keel
January 31, 2018Governor Henry McMaster announced his decision to reappoint South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) Chief Mark Keel. Having first been appointed to the position by Governor Nikki Haley in June…
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S.C. Treasurer Curtis Loftis sets new record in returning unclaimed property
January 31, 2018
State Treasurer Curtis Loftis and the Unclaimed Property Program returned nearly $33 million in 2017, bringing the total amount of money returned during his administration to $137 million, more than…
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S.C. Treasurer Curtis Loftis sets new record in returning unclaimed property
January 30, 2018State Treasurer Curtis Loftis and the Unclaimed Property Program returned nearly $33 million in 2017, bringing the total amount of money returned during his administration to $137 million, more than…
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Another reminder that officers deserve our gratitude
January 29, 2018
By Richard Eckstrom S.C. Comptroller January 9 was National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day. The annual observance aims to remind us of the constant dangers facing our police, deputies and other public…
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Another reminder that officers deserve our gratitude
January 29, 2018
By Richard Eckstrom S.C. Comptroller January 9 was National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day. The annual observance aims to remind us of the constant dangers facing our police, deputies and other public…
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Deadline approaching in South Carolina for SBA working capital loans due to freeze
January 26, 2018
The U.S. Small Business Administration is reminding small businesses, small agricultural cooperatives, small businesses engaged in aquaculture and most private nonprofit organizations that Feb. 28 is the filing deadline…
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State of the State Address 2018, Governor Henry McMaster
January 24, 2018
Mr. Speaker, Mr. President, Ladies and Gentlemen of the General Assembly, Constitutional Officers, and my fellow South Carolinians: I begin tonight by recognizing those South Carolinians in uniform no longer…
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Industry leaders make voices heard at annual Business Speaks event
January 24, 2018Governor McMaster, Senator Leatherman, Speaker Lucas Address Business Community The South Carolina Chamber of Commerce Monday held its annual Business Speaks at the State House event, presented by Dominion Energy. The event included a South…
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SC Secretary of State files injunction against Carolina Youth Club
January 24, 2018
South Carolina Secretary of State Mark Hammond announced that his office has filed an enforcement action against the charitable organization Carolina Youth Club of America, Inc. The action, filed with…
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South Carolina’s Employment Situation – December 2017
January 23, 2018
S.C businesses add jobs; unemployment rate inches up South Carolina businesses continued to add jobs in December to a new record level with the Hospitality and Tourism and Construction sectors…
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BRIGHT+CO Marketing selected for the 2018 Greenville Chamber Minority Business Accelerator
January 22, 2018
BRIGHT+CO Marketing, a full-service marketing company, has been selected for the 2018 Greenville Chamber Minority Business Accelerator. BRIGHT+CO is a woman-owned marketing firm headquartered in Greenville, S.C. The company was…
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National Press Club briefing to feature S.C. Arts Commission program
January 22, 2018
The Art of Community: Rural S.C., an S.C. Arts Commission program, and one of its community representatives from Walterboro, S.C. are to receive prominent recognition at the National Press Club Tuesday,…
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ReWa names Kevin James as Director of Water Resource Recovery
January 16, 2018
Renewable Water Resources (ReWa) Board of Commissioners and CEO, Graham W. Rich, have recently named Kevin James as the Director of Water Resource Recovery for the agency. James is a…
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ReWa names Kevin James as Director of Water Resource Recovery
January 16, 2018
Renewable Water Resources (ReWa) Board of Commissioners and CEO, Graham W. Rich, have recently named Kevin James as the Director of Water Resource Recovery for the agency. James is a…
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DAODAS launches statewide outreach to combat opioid epidemic
January 12, 2018The South Carolina Department of Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse Services (DAODAS) has launched a statewide public education campaign to address the opioid epidemic in South Carolina. The Just…
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Gov. Henry McMaster directs SCDHHS to pursue work requirements for Medicaid recipients
January 12, 2018
Gov. Henry McMaster directed the South Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (SCDHHS) to immediately seek federal waivers to establish work requirements for South Carolina’s Medicaid recipients. The Centers for…
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South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis named to leadership positions with nationwide entities
January 10, 2018
State Treasurer Curtis Loftis has taken on leadership roles with two advocacy organizations. Treasurer Loftis is the 2018 Southern Vice President of the National Association of State Treasurers (NAST) and…
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Smith raises more than $525,000 from more than 2,400 supporters in fourth quarter
January 10, 2018
The James Smith for South Carolina campaign today filed its fundraising report with the South Carolina Ethics Commission for the 4th quarter of 2017. The report shows the campaign raised…
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Gov. Henry McMaster unveils Fiscal Year 2018-19 Executive Budget
January 8, 2018Proposes Income Tax Cut that, in Five Years, will Save Taxpayers $2.2 Billion COLUMBIA, S.C. – Governor Henry McMaster today announced the FY 2018-2019 Executive Budget – a balanced budget that prioritizes…
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Gov. Henry McMaster announces eliminating state income taxes for retirees who served in uniform
January 5, 2018
$22 Million Annual Exemption For Veterans, Police Officers, Firefighters, and Peace Officers Governor Henry McMaster today announced a bold tax reform proposal, included in the 2018-19 Executive Budget, that…
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Gov. Henry McMaster authorizes S.C. National Guard to deploy resources for winter weather recovery
January 4, 2018
Governor Henry McMaster today gave formal authorization to the South Carolina National Guard to place guardsmen on active duty to assist in the recovery of areas affected by the ongoing…
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Municipal Association of SC has a new executive director
January 2, 2018
The new executive director of the Municipal Association of South Carolina is Wayne George, a former mayor, city council member and state legislator. The Association represents the state’s 271 cities and…
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South Carolina’s Employment Situation – November 2017
December 22, 2017
S.C. business payrolls set record, unemployment rate edges up South Carolina businesses continued to set record job levels in November with manufacturing leading the way by adding 3,800 jobs over…
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PG Aerospace locating its new facility in Pickens County
December 20, 2017PG Aerospace, a manufacturer of precision parts for the automotive and aerospace industries, is locating its new facility in Pickens County. Through this project, the company is bringing 22 new…
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Gov. Henry McMaster declares public health emergency for opioid epidemic
December 19, 2017Governor Issues Executive Orders Creating “Opioid Emergency Response Team” & Five-Day Limit on Initial Opioid Prescriptions for Acute and Post Surgical Usage Governor Henry McMaster was joined today by members…
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Gov. Henry McMaster declares public health emergency for opioid epidemic
December 18, 2017Governor Issues Executive Orders Creating “Opioid Emergency Response Team” & Five-Day Limit on Initial Opioid Prescriptions for Acute and Post Surgical Usage Governor Henry McMaster was joined today by members…
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Businesses eligible for $100 million potential tax saving
December 12, 2017
Businesses in South Carolina were eligible for more than $100 million in potential tax savings so far this year through the Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) program, the S.C. Department…
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2018 slate of South Carolina Chef Ambassadors announced
December 10, 2017Left to right: Heidi Vukov (Myrtle Beach), Michelle Weaver (Charleston), Sarah McClure (Landrum) and Kiki Cyrus (Columbia) Credit: SCPRT/Photo by Perry Baker South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster named the…
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Start saving receipts in January 2018 to claim new motor fuel income tax credit
December 4, 2017
A new income tax credit goes into effect in January 2018, and the South Carolina Department of Revenue (SCDOR) has released guidance to help taxpayers prepare. This tax credit is intended to…
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Bosch Group growing Anderson County operations
December 1, 2017
Bosch Group, a leading global supplier of technology and services, is expanding its existing Anderson County operations. To accommodate its continued growth, the company is bringing $152 million of additional…
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SCDOT SHEP now available through 511 App
November 30, 2017Contacting South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) roadside assistance crews has become a little easier, just in time for holiday travel. The SCDOT has added a new feature on its…
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Workforce board makes grants available to assist out-of-school youths
November 30, 2017
The State Workforce Development Board is making $400,000 available to assist out-of-school youths complete their education and hone their employability skills. Organizations can apply for up to $200,000 to be…
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Riley Institute announces Wilkins Leadership Awards
November 27, 2017
Furman University’s Riley Institute has announced that Rep. Weston Newton (R-Beaufort and Jasper Counties) and Maj. Gen. Charles F. Bolden Jr. (USMC-Ret.), former astronaut and head of NASA, are recipients…
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Gov. Henry McMaster names next director of the S.C. Department of Juvenile Justice
November 20, 2017Governor Nominates Freddie Pough, Current Acting Director, for Confirmation Governor Henry McMaster today announced Freddie Pough as the next director of the South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ). Mr.…
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United Community Bank Ice on Main celebrates season opening
November 20, 2017United Community Bank Ice on Main celebrated the opening of its seventh season today. At 4:00 p.m., United Community Bank’s Greenville County President Michelle Seaver joined Mayor Knox White in the…
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State workforce board approves strategic plan to strengthen labor market
November 15, 2017
With South Carolina’s unemployment rate near historic lows, the state’s workforce system has to work harder to ensure a skilled labor force is available for new and expanding businesses. To…
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City Council approves establishment of Non-Profit Housing Trust Fund
November 14, 2017
Greenville City Council unanimously adopted a resolution Monday to authorize the establishment of an independent Non-Profit Housing Trust Fund, creating a financial mechanism to support affordable housing development within the City. The…
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Gov. Henry McMaster, DEW Executive Director Cheryl Stanton, S.C. business leaders announce cuts to unemployment tax rate
November 14, 2017
Governor Henry McMaster was joined today by S.C. Department of Employment and Workforce (DEW) Executive Director Cheryl Stanton and business leaders from around the state to announce that for the fifth consecutive year DEWis cutting the Unemployment Insurance (UI) tax rate on South Carolina businesses. “Any time we are…
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Gov. Henry McMaster announces next Department of Health and Human Services Director
November 9, 2017Governor Henry McMaster announced Joshua Baker as the next director of the South Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS). Earlier this spring, the governor created a search committee…
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House pre-files utility ratepayer protection legislation package
November 9, 2017
House Speaker Jay Lucas (District 65-Darlington) pre-filed six individual bills intended to protect ratepayers and restructure various agencies involved in the VC Summer nuclear facility collapse. This is the first…
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