Recent Articles from Staff
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
Hot Properties for April 4, 2022
Hot Properties highlights recently sold or leased commercial properties in the Charleston region.
Former BMW CEO bridges gap between higher ed, global industries
It was serendipitous when College of Charleston President Andrew Hsu met Knudt Flor. Hsu was invited to the former BMW president and CEO’s retirement party last year. Never having met before, the two struck up a brief conversat
Rawle Murdy reimagined to expand services in ‘escape’ market
After 47 years, Rawle Murdy is going by a new name. The Charleston marketing company was acquired by Buffalo Groupe three years ago to drive growth for both companies. To merge ideas, and now headquarters, the companies are rebrandin
Serial airline starter expands Charleston’s flight plans
David Neeleman is good at starting airlines. “That’s what I do,” he said. His track record isn’t as strong for seeing operations through, but he hopes the success of his newest venture, Breeze Airways
Founding Father’s historic home on market in downtown Charleston
The Lowcountry market has had a wild few years. Agents have sold some of the most expensive homes in the region’s history, even an island. Now one agent is selling the home of a signer of the Declaration of Independence.
SC Aquarium celebrates 10 million visitors
The D’Angelo family had no idea just how exciting their trip to the South Carolina Aquarium would be when they arrived on March 16. After postponing their January trip to Charleston, Nic, Stacia and their daughters, Emery and Aubre
Charleston business recycles more than 7,000 sails into new products
Sea Bags opened its second South Carolina retail store March 18 at 84 N. Market St., showcasing designer bags, totes and accessories made from
Hot Properties for March 28, 2022
Hot Properties highlights recently sold or leased commercial properties in the Charleston region.