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…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: employment, government, on-the-move
History Commission approves language for John C. Calhoun monument plaque
December 11, 2017
The Charleston Commission on History on Wednesday unanimously approved language for a plaque to be erected at the John C. Calhoun monument in Marion Square. The language will be considered by Charleston…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz Category: government, on-the-move
City of Charleston Department of Traffic and Transportation releases new SmartCards for updated parking meters
December 11, 2017
The city of Charleston department of traffic and transportation is in the process of updating the peninsula’s 1,709 parking meters to accept credit cards in addition to coin and SmartCard…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz Category: government, on-the-move
BCDCOG Construction Analysis: Building Permit Numbers Down in Q3
December 11, 2017The Berkeley-Charleston-Dorchester Council of Governments’ has released Construction Quarterly, its third quarter analysis of construction trends in the region. Insights in this edition include: NEW CONSTRUCTION: The number of building…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz Category: government, on-the-move
BCDCOG Construction Analysis: Building Permit Numbers Down in Q3
December 11, 2017The Berkeley-Charleston-Dorchester Council of Governments’ has released Construction Quarterly, its third quarter analysis of construction trends in the region. Insights in this edition include: NEW CONSTRUCTION: The number of building…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc Category: government, on-the-move
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…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: food, government, on-the-move
City of Charleston seeks participants for Holiday Parade of Boats
December 4, 2017
The city of Charleston, in partnership with the Charleston Sail and Power Squadron, will hold the 36th Annual Holiday Parade of Boats on Saturday, December 9, 2017 in Charleston Harbor. Applications to…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz Category: government, on-the-move
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…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: government, on-the-move
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…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: government, on-the-move
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…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: government, on-the-move, transportation
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…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: employment, government, on-the-move
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…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: education, government, on-the-move
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.…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: government, on-the-move
Charleston LOVE WEEK to unite 3,000 community volunteers to serve 30+ non-profits
November 20, 2017The Charleston community will rally together to support and serve over 30 non-profits that are working to improve the tri-county area through various efforts. With the support of local city…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz Category: government, on-the-move
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…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: government, on-the-move
City of Charleston Business Services Division launches New Business Open House series
November 14, 2017
The city of Charleston Business Services Division will host its first New Business Open House for new and potential business owners on Friday, November 17 from 1 to 2 p.m. in the…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz Category: government, on-the-move
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…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: government, on-the-move
Charleston-area elected officials and leaders endorse James Smith
November 14, 2017
A group of leading elected officials and community leaders from across the Charleston area today endorsed James Smith’s candidacy for Governor. “I am humbled to receive the support of these dedicated…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc Category: government, on-the-move
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…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: government, on-the-move
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…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: government, on-the-move
Deceptive Veterans’ Charity dissolves following action by State Charity Regulators
November 8, 2017
Secretary of State Mark Hammond today announced his office’s participation in a settlement between 24 state agencies and VietNow National Headquarters, Inc., an Illinois-based charitable organization, resulting in the organization’s…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: government, on-the-move
Municipal Association of SC recognized for excellence in communications projects
November 8, 2017
The SC Chapter of the International Association of Business Communicators recognized the Municipal Association of SC with six Palmetto awards at its annual award dinner. The Municipal Association represents all…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: government, on-the-move
Three South Carolina counties added to Presidential Disaster Declaration
November 7, 2017
The Federal Emergency Management Agency approved three additional counties for the Public Assistance Program following Hurricane Irma. Governments and certain nonprofits in Abbeville, Newberry and Saluda counties are now able…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: government, on-the-move
November is National Adoption Month
November 7, 2017
November is National Adoption Awareness Month, and the S.C. Department of Social Services is highlighting the opportunity to create a forever family for one of the state’s waiting children. There…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: government, on-the-move
Two Lowcountry cities receiving Hometown Economic Development Grants
November 6, 2017
Estill and McLellanville are among ten cities and towns across the state that have received a Hometown Economic Development Grant from the Municipal Association of South Carolina. The Town of…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz Category: government, on-the-move
Incumbent Worker Training program funding available
November 6, 2017Training Incumbent Workers to Provide Skills Employers Need Incumbent Worker Training Assistance (IWT) is available under provisions of the Workforce Innovations and Opportunity Act to assist employers in training currently…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz Category: government, on-the-move
Gov. Henry McMaster appoints Robert Bockman as Interim Commissioner on S.C. Public Service Commission
November 6, 2017Governor Henry McMaster announced Robert Bockman as interim commissioner on the South Carolina Public Service Commission (SCPSC). Bockman fills the sixth congressional district seat, recently vacated when Nikiya Hall resigned…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: government, on-the-move
State spent $85.7 million on travel in fiscal year 2016-17
November 6, 2017
State entities spent $85.7 million on travel during the fiscal year that ended June 30, state Controller Richard Eckstrom announced in issuing the 2017 State Travel Report. Total travel spending increased…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: government, on-the-move
Incumbent Worker Training program funding available
November 6, 2017
Training Incumbent Workers to Provide Skills Employers Need Incumbent Worker Training Assistance (IWT) is available under provisions of the Workforce Innovations and Opportunity Act to assist employers in training currently…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc Category: government, on-the-move
Posing Possibilities: Drawing Inspiration from and for Charleston’s Parks at City Gallery
November 2, 2017
The City of Charleston Office of Cultural Affairs presents Posing Possibilities: Drawing Inspiration from and for Charleston’s Parks at City Gallery November 14 through December 18, 2017. This celebration of the beauty…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc Category: government, on-the-move, the-arts
Jennifer Gorham named Program Director of the Year by Youth Volunteer Corps National Office
November 2, 2017Pictured from left to right are: Faith Brown, Masi Sundara, Kailyn Brown, Andrea Sturm, Keory Ancrum, Jennifer Gorham The City of Charleston is pleased to announce that Youth Volunteer…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc Category: government, on-the-move
Charleston County Public Library launches new website
November 1, 2017
Charleston County Public Library (CCPL) has launched its new website at http://www.ccpl.org. The dramatically redesigned site, built by the library’s in-house digital and communications team, is the next step in CCPL’s commitment…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc Category: government, on-the-move
City of Charleston announces FEMA grant approval
October 25, 2017
After speaking directly with state emergency officials today, the city of Charleston can now confirm that the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has approved a $7,785,715 grant for the mitigation…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc Category: government, on-the-move
City of Charleston Police and Fire Departments recognized for exemplary service to community
October 12, 2017
At last night’s City Council meeting, the city of Charleston’s two public safety departments were individually recognized for their commitment to self-assessment and maintaining the highest standards of service to…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc Category: government, on-the-move
City of Charleston’s ‘triple A’ bond rating reaffirmed by ratings agencies
October 11, 2017
The city of Charleston is among the most financially sound cities in the nation, according to a pair of recent reports by two of the world’s leading bond ratings agencies,…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc Category: government, on-the-move
Evening Post Industries Inc. recognized as a Centennial Business
October 10, 2017
Today Secretary of State Mark Hammond officially recognized Evening Post Industries Inc. as a South Carolina Centennial Business. This honor is reserved for domestic business entities that have been in…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc Category: government, on-the-move
Past Presidents serve as Honorary Directors for National Medal of Honor Museum
October 9, 2017The National Medal of Honor Museum (MOHM) is honored to announce that former presidents Jimmy Carter, George H. W. Bush, Bill Clinton, George W. Bush, and Barack Obama have joined…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: government, on-the-move
Past Presidents serve as Honorary Directors for National Medal of Honor Museum
October 9, 2017
The National Medal of Honor Museum (MOHM) is honored to announce that former presidents Jimmy Carter, George H. W. Bush, Bill Clinton, George W. Bush, and Barack Obama have joined…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: government, on-the-move
James Smith announces campaign for Governor
October 5, 2017
Smith will kick off the campaign at a campaign event in the coming weeks COLUMBIA, S.C. — James Smith, a husband, father of four, soldier, legislator, attorney, and small business owner,…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: government, on-the-move
James Smith announces campaign for Governor
October 5, 2017
Smith will kick off the campaign at a campaign event in the coming weeks COLUMBIA, S.C. — James Smith, a husband, father of four, soldier, legislator, attorney, and small business owner,…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: government, on-the-move
Gov. Henry McMaster sends South Carolina National Guard Engineers to support Puerto Rico recovery
September 28, 2017
Governor Henry McMaster has issued Executive Order 2017-33, authorizing approximately 150 Engineer Soldiers from the South Carolina Army National Guard to assist in Puerto Rico’s recovery efforts following Hurricane Maria. “It is…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: government, military, on-the-move
City of Charleston to hold public workshop on low battery project
September 27, 2017
A public workshop to review progress on the Low Battery Seawall Project will be held on Wednesday, October 4, 2017 from 6 to 8 p.m. in Memminger Auditorium (56 Beaufain…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz Category: government, on-the-move
Sonoco recognized as a Centennial Business
September 26, 2017
Secretary of State Mark Hammond officially recognized Sonoco as a South Carolina Centennial Business. This honor is reserved for domestic business entities that have been in good standing with the…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: government, on-the-move
Sonoco recognized as a Centennial Business
September 26, 2017
Secretary of State Mark Hammond officially recognized Sonoco as a South Carolina Centennial Business. This honor is reserved for domestic business entities that have been in good standing with the…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: government, on-the-move
Short Term Rental Task Force votes to send proposal to Planning Commission
September 26, 2017
After more than six months of careful study and deliberation, the City of Charleston Short Term Rental Task Force voted 9-2 this evening to send their proposal to the city’s…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc Category: government, on-the-move
Secretary of State files enforcement actions against veterans’ charities
September 25, 2017
Secretary of State Mark Hammond announced today that his office has filed a series of enforcement actions against charities raising money in the name of veterans. “Over the next year,…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: government, on-the-move
Secretary of State files enforcement actions against veterans’ charities
September 25, 2017
Secretary of State Mark Hammond announced today that his office has filed a series of enforcement actions against charities raising money in the name of veterans. “Over the next year,…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: government, on-the-move
Ways and Means Chairman to study local government fund
September 25, 2017S.C. House Ways and Means Chairman Brian White (District 6-Anderson) has appointed a special ad hoc committee of the Ways and Means Committee to study the Local Government Fund. The…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: government, on-the-move
Ways and Means Chairman to study local government fund
September 25, 2017S.C. House Ways and Means Chairman Brian White (District 6-Anderson) has appointed a special ad hoc committee of the Ways and Means Committee to study the Local Government Fund. The…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: government, on-the-move
Cannon and Spring Streets to be converted for two-way traffic
September 20, 2017
Starting Monday, October 2, work will begin to convert Spring and Cannon streets to accommodate two-way traffic. Weather permitting, the entire process is expected to take two weeks, with the conversion…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz Category: government, on-the-move, transportation
