Gov. Henry McMaster announces the Center for Cybersecurity at SCRA
December 3, 2025
Center Designed to Lead Statewide Coordination for Advancing Cyber Growth Governor Henry McMaster today announced the creation of the new Center for Cybersecurity at the South Carolina Research Authority (SCRA).…
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Citadel President to retire, culminating a 50-year career in public service
December 2, 2025The Citadel President Gen. Glenn Walters, USMC (Ret.), ’79, announced that the spring semester will be his last at The Citadel as he prepares to retire at the end of…
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County Council approves Transportation Sales Tax funding for 10 new Greenbelt projects
November 14, 2025Charleston County Council approved nearly $5 million in Transportation Sales Tax funding for Greenbelt projects that will protect more than 1,781 acres throughout the county. The 10 approved projects, part of the FY26 Summer…
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Boeing South Carolina breaks ground on 787 site expansion
November 11, 2025Boeing marked the groundbreaking of its Boeing South Carolina (BSC) site expansion. Home of the 787 Dreamliner program, BSC is set to increase production to a rate of 10 airplanes…
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A taste of excellence: MICHELIN Guide announces inaugural American South selection
November 4, 20254 restaurants in South Carolina earn a MICHELIN One Star in inaugural selection The MICHELIN Guide announced the inaugural selection for the American South, and it features 10 One MICHELIN…
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Celebrating 60 of South Carolina’s most influential military leaders
November 2, 2025By MidlandsBiz South Carolina is a military state: Home to Fort Jackson, the largest U.S. Army basic training facility in the nation; Parris Island, one of only two Marine Corps…
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College of Charleston builds new Center for Intentionality
October 30, 2025
At the College of Charleston, intentionality has become more than a course on living better and is changing the way students approach their lives. The growing movement took a major…
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Santee Cooper selects Brookfield Asset Management to proceed with nuclear project
October 24, 2025After a thorough, expert-driven review of proposals from global leaders in the nuclear power industry, the Santee Cooper Board of Directors approved today a letter of intent with Brookfield Asset…
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College of Charleston to receive major gift from Beemok
October 22, 2025A transformational gift from Beemok, the family office of Ben and Kelly Navarro, will allow the College of Charleston to expand its School of Business in one of Charleston’s most…
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William Kirkland named SCRA’s interim president and CEO
October 21, 2025
South Carolina Research Authority’s board of trustees has named William “Bill” Kirkland as its interim president and CEO. Mr. Kirkland has extensive experience in economic development and in the private…
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MUSC Children’s Health and Roper St. Francis Healthcare launch first-of-its-kind pediatric partnership in South Carolina
October 21, 2025
The new 16-bed unit at Bon Secours St. Francis Hospital blends community-based convenience with the expertise of an academic children’s hospital to provide seamless, compassionate care close to home In…
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Maars North America selects Charleston County to establish first US-based production operation
October 21, 2025
$3 million investment will create more than 10 new job. FAST FACTS Maars North America (Maars) selects Charleston County to establish its first U.S.-based production operation. The company’s $3 million investment…
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South Carolina Community Loan Fund names new CEO
October 21, 2025
The South Carolina Community Loan Fund (SCCLF) has named Cynthia “Cindi” Watts Rourk as its next Chief Executive Officer, effective Oct. 27. The announcement follows the planned retirements of co-leaders…
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Google announces new $9B investment in South Carolina through 2027
October 16, 2025Funding supports Cloud and artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure, as well as workforce development programs On October 13, Google announced a new, two-year $9 billion investment in South Carolina (2026-2027). Google’s…
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Board of Trustees adopts bylaws to establish the CCSD Education Foundation
October 14, 2025At a Special Called meeting on October 1, the Charleston County School District (CCSD) Board of Trustees unanimously voted to adopt the bylaws of the new Charleston County School District…
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21 Liberty Fellowship graduates commit to increase impact & advance civil discourse
October 9, 2025The Liberty Fellowship Class of 2025 has completed a values-based 18-month leadership program and made a lifetime commitment to use their creativity, energy, and resources to tackle the most urgent…
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SC Ports Authority appoints Mallace CEO
October 7, 2025
With a unanimous vote by its Board of Directors, the South Carolina State Ports Authority (SC Ports) announced Micah Mallace as President and CEO. Mallace assumes leadership of the port…
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Eaton expanding Charleston County operations
September 30, 2025
Eaton, an intelligent power management company, announced it is expanding its aerospace manufacturing operations in Charleston County. The company’s $46 million investment will create more than 50 new jobs. In…
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First Citizens appoints new leadership in South Carolina and Georgia
September 30, 2025
First Citizens Bank has named two new Area Executives in South Carolina and Georgia. Justin Rice will oversee the South Carolina Lowcountry region, as well as Savannah, Ga., and JP…
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Breeze Airways launches international flights from Charleston to Cancun
September 25, 2025
The Seriously Nice airline makes history with nonstop service from Charleston International Airport to Mexico’s Caribbean coast Breeze Airways is going international! The Seriously Nice™ airline today announced its first-ever…
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Charleston Workforce Housing Fund launches $50 million initiative to create affordable housing across Tri-County region
September 24, 2025In a bold move to address the region’s growing housing affordability crisis, the Charleston Workforce Housing Fund has launched with broad community support. The Fund was created by a coalition…
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Alita establishing operations in Charleston County
September 18, 2025
Alita, an artificial intelligence (AI)-focused healthcare technology company, announced it is establishing operations in Charleston County. The company’s investment will create 17 new jobs. Alita is an AI-powered agent that…
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Obviouslee joins forces with Meteorite PR to elevate outdoor industry marketing leadership
September 18, 2025
Obviouslee, a Certified B Corporation and strategic marketing agency, today announced its merger with Meteorite PR, a Boulder, Colo.-based firm specializing in outdoor industry public relations. The move strengthens Obviouslee’s…
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Charleston City Council advanced the Battery extension project and committed additional funding for citywide flood solutions
September 11, 2025Following a successful trip to Washington, D.C. to meet with leadership at the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Charleston City Council voted last night to move the long-discussed Battery Extension…
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MUSC receives $7 million from The Duke Endowment to expand care access and strengthen the health care workforce
September 2, 2025
The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) has received three grants from The Duke Endowment totaling $7 million to support three initiatives aimed at improving maternal health, expanding access to…
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Colliers Report: South Carolina Hospitality Market Q2 2025
September 2, 2025
Colliers | South Carolina Market Report Hospitality Market Updates Download the full report. Columbia The arrow continues to point upwards for Columbia’s hospitality market, signaling robust demand growth. Market-wide,…
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Lowcountry Land Trust names Matt Williams as next President & CEO
August 26, 2025
Lowcountry Land Trust has chosen Matt Williams as its next President & CEO. Thoughtfully selected after a six-month nationwide search, he will officially transition into this role on September 15,…
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Barbara Melvin steps down as leader of South Carolina Ports Authority
August 22, 2025
After three years of leading the South Carolina Ports Authority as President and CEO, Barbara Melvin has announced her resignation, with plans to pursue other opportunities. Melvin joined SC Ports…
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Charles River Laboratories expands Charleston County operations
August 20, 2025
Company investing $13 million in microbial solutions facility Charles River Laboratories International, Inc. (Charles River), a leading global drug discovery, development, testing and manufacturing solutions provider, announced it is expanding…
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SC Ports receives final federal reimbursement for Harbor Deepening Project
August 18, 2025
The final federal reimbursement for the Charleston Harbor Deepening Project has been disbursed to the South Carolina Ports Authority, a total of $21.28 million allocated by Congress in the U.S.…
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Arclin expanding Dillon County operations
August 11, 2025
Arclin, a materials science company, announced it is expanding its operations in Dillon County. The company’s more than $60 million investment will create over 30 new jobs. Headquartered in Alpharetta,…
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MUSC launches two new venture funds
August 7, 2025
$30 million to drive health innovation The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC), through the MUSC Foundation and MUSC Health supporting organizations, has announced the launch of two funds—1824 Health…
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Beemok launches start-up pitch competition offering $1M for local companies
July 31, 2025
Applications open today due by September 30 Today, Beemok Capital launched Catalyst, a new initiative designed to fuel early-stage companies across Charleston’s Tri-county area. At its core, Catalyst, is…
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LawyerLisa, LLC welcomes Jeanean Petoskey as Chief Executive Officer
July 30, 2025
LawyerLisa, LLC announced the appointment of Jeanean Petoskey as the firm’s new Chief Executive Officer. A widely respected leader in legal operations and business strategy, Ms. Petoskey brings a bold…
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Berkeley County receives additional $500,000 EPA Brownfields Assessment grant to revitalize St. Stephen area
July 29, 2025
Berkeley County has received a second $500,000 Brownfield Assessment grant from the Environmental Protection Agency to help revitalize the St. Stephen area. This initiative is part of a larger Brownfield…
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Holy City Linen expands Charleston County operations
July 17, 2025
Founded in 2016 in Mount Pleasant, Holy City Linen provides quality, sustainable commercial laundry services throughout the Charleston area. As a vital partner to the region’s robust tourism industry, Holy…
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Charleston International Airport breaks ground on major West Gates Expansion project
July 14, 2025Charleston International Airport (CHS) announced the groundbreaking of its transformative West Gates Expansion project today, marking a major milestone in the airport’s ongoing growth and commitment to meeting the Lowcountry’s…
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CS INSTRUMENTS establishing North American headquarters in Beaufort County
July 8, 2025
CS INSTRUMENTS, a manufacturer of compressed air measuring technology, announced it is establishing its North American headquarters in Beaufort County. The company’s $3.6 million investment will create 13 new jobs.…
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VisionGreenwood and Sustain SC to launch pilot sustainability and resiliency planning initiative
July 1, 2025
VisionGreenwood and Sustain SC announced a strategic partnership to launch Greenwood as the pilot community for a groundbreaking initiative focused on municipal sustainability and resiliency planning. This forward-thinking collaboration brings…
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Dominion Energy receives regulatory approval to extend V.C. Summer Nuclear Station operations for 20 years
July 1, 2025
Nuclear Regulatory Commission extends V.C. Summer’s operating license through 2062, ensuring reliable, carbon-free power for decades The Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) has approved Dominion Energy South Carolina’s application to extend…
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Davis Defense Group, Inc. expands Charleston County operations
June 26, 2025
$100,000 investment will support 30 new jobs Davis Defense Group, Inc. (DDG), a defense contracting company, announced it is expanding its operations in Charleston County. The company’s $100,000 investment will…
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Coastal Community Foundation invests $2 million in Ronald McDonald House expansion
June 26, 2025
Coastal Community Foundation (CCF) is providing a $2 million impact investment to Ronald McDonald House Charities of Charleston to support their House expansion project. Ronald McDonald House Charities of Charleston…
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Charleston Education Partners selects Dr. Katchia Gethers as its founding Chief Executive
June 16, 2025
Charleston Education Partners (CEP), an education champion organization, announced the appointment of Dr. Katchia Gethers as CEP’s first Chief Executive Officer. Dr. Gethers brings 20+ years of experience in education,…
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Roper St. Francis Healthcare breaks ground on future Roper Hospital campus in North Charleston
June 11, 2025The new facility on 27 acres will create an estimated 3,600 jobs, driving $2.5 billion in economic growth In a bold leap toward the future of healthcare in the Lowcountry,…
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South Carolina Athletic Hall of Fame and the South Carolina State Museum announce unique partnership
May 15, 2025
The South Carolina Athletic Hall of Fame has finally found a home, sixty-five years after inaugurating its first class of inductees. The South Carolina Athletic Hall of Fame and the…
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Qatar Airways places record-breaking Boeing order
May 15, 2025
In a landmark aviation deal, Qatar Airways announced the purchase of up to 210 Boeing widebody aircraft, including 130 787 Dreamliners and 80 777X jets. Valued at $96 billion, this…
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Alpha Sheet Metal Works expands Charleston County operations
May 12, 2025
Alpha Sheet Metal Works, a metal fabricator, announced it is expanding its operations in Charleston County. The company’s $3.7 million investment will create 14 new jobs. With more than 80…
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BermudAir inaugural flight lands at Charleston International Airport, launching new international service
April 21, 2025Charleston International Airport (CHS) welcomed a new international connection as BermudAir celebrated the arrival of its inaugural flight from Bermuda. The new weekly service, operating on Saturdays, marks a major…
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TL+CO Business Solutions selects Beaufort County to establish first South Carolina operation
April 10, 2025
$7.5 million investment will create 35 new jobs TL+CO Business Solutions (TL+CO) selects Beaufort County to establish the company’s first South Carolina operation. The company’s $7.5 million investment will create 35…
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Don Herriott, former SCRA Board Chair, awarded the Order of the Palmetto
April 8, 2025On April 8, 2025, Don Herriott, former Board Chair of the South Carolina Research Authority (SCRA), was honored with the Order of the Palmetto by Governor Henry McMaster. The award…
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