1,291 new confirmed cases of the novel coronavirus COVID-19 in South Carolina

  June 25, 2020

The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) today announced 1,291 new confirmed cases and 12 new probable cases of the novel coronavirus COVID-19, and 10 additional confirmed deaths. There are currently 832 hospital…

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SCRA funds additional $1.5 million in response to COVID-19

  June 25, 2020

In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the South Carolina Research Authority (SCRA) and its investment affiliate, SC Launch, Inc. have dedicated an additional $1.5 million in funding to support businesses…

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ORBIS expanding fabrication capabilities in Greenville County, SC

  June 24, 2020

ORBIS® Corporation, an international leader in reusable packaging, has expanded its metal rack fabrication capabilities and relocated into a larger facility in Greenville County, South Carolina. Investment and job additions…

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Hospitality leaders announce new initiative aimed to protect patrons and employees

  June 23, 2020

In collaboration with South Carolina’s hospitality leaders, Governor Henry McMaster announced the South Carolina Palmetto Priority. The Palmetto Priority is a restaurant commitment aimed at instilling confidence with restaurant-goers as…

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Power Pool Plus, Inc. establishing operations in Greenwood County

  June 23, 2020

$1.5 Million Investment to Create 21 New Jobs Power Pool Plus, Inc., an industrial generator manufacturer, contract steel fabricator and generator service provider, today announced plans to establish operations in…

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DHEC increases testing goals each month through end of the year

  June 23, 2020

As positive cases of the novel coronavirus COVID-19 are on the rise in South Carolina, the state is increasing its goal of testing approximately 110,000 residents per month to 165,000…

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Meiden America Switchgear opens in Laurens County

  April 16, 2020

Japan-based Meidensha Corporation is opening its new Meiden America Switchgear manufacturing facility in Laurens County. The company, with an investment of $8 million and the creation of 41 new jobs, is expanding…

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