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Hot Properties, April 18, 2022
Hot Properties highlights recently sold or leased commercial properties in the Charleston region. Send in your transactions using our online form. James Dingle of Coldwell Banker Commercial Atlantic represented the seller, Heirs of
2022 Lowcountry Diversity Leadership Awards honorees named
Honorees for SC Biz News’ inaugural Lowcountry Diversity Leadership Awards have been chosen, based on the overall criteria of leadership, impact, sustainability and focus. This recognition highlights both individuals and or
Imports up 16% at SC Ports Authority
The country’s continued clamor for retail goods has driven record cargo levels for the S.C. Ports Authority for the 13th consecutive month, with imports up 16% year-over-year in March. S.C. Ports handled 264,334 twenty-foot
Former bookkeeper sentenced to prison for decades-long theft
The former bookkeeper for Charleston's Simmons Realty Company and its related business entities has been sentenced to 36 months in federal prison. Karen Rhett, 59, of Mount Pleasant, pleaded guilty to wire fraud and false statem
Helping Out April 13, 2022
Helping Out highlights some of the many charitable events and activities going on in the Charleston area. Submit your news using our online form. The Charleston Friends of the Library is hosting its 40th annual That Big Book Sale the
Power tool company expands, creating 100-plus jobs
Charleston County is making way for an influx of the development of lawn mowers, string trimmers, chainsaws and lawn tractors. Daye North America, an outdoor power equipment company founded in 2017, has completed its expansion in Nor
Hot Properties for April 11, 2022
Hot Properties highlights recently sold or leased commercial properties in the Charleston region. Send in your transactions using our online form. Tim Rowley of Coldwell Banker Commercial Atlantic represented the landlord, Fab'r
Widening debate runs through West Ashley
With the Charleston population growing more than 18% since 2010, Glenn McConnell Parkway now has more volume than the roadway is able to handle. The situation will only get worse through 2040, according to an assessment by Charleston
Auto sector changed SC’s economic landscape 30 years ago
When Harry Lightsey took the stage at the S.C. Automotive Summit in early March, the South Carolina Secretary of Commerce understood the room. Before being named the top economic developer for South Carolina, Lightsey worked for
Helping Out April 6, 2022
Helping Out highlights some of the many charitable events and activities going on in the Charleston area. Submit your news using our online form. The Charleston Parks Conservancy is celebrating 15 years with Picnic in the Parks: A Bir
Lockheed hosts hiring event tomorrow in North Charleston
Lockheed Martin is hosting a hiring event tomorrow in North Charleston, and decisions for new hires will be made the same day. From 9 a.m.-5 p.m. at ECPI University, Lockheed Martin will conduct interviews and extend offers for hour
Boating company expansion to bring 75 jobs to Dorchester County
As coastal residents start to take to the water once again for the spring, Sportsman Boats Manufacturing Inc. is expanding to provide even more products for aquatic lovers. The family-owned and -operated maker of saltwater, cente