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Jan 30, 2023
DWG Capital Partners Inc., a commercial real estate investment firm, acquired a single-tenant industrial property near Spartanburg in a sale-leaseback transaction. The 72,705-square-foot property in Pauline is on 18.6 acres. Built ... Read More
Jan 30, 2023
A new primary care practice by Prisma Health will house the health system’s first direct primary care office, a new business-to-business option in which employers pay a flat monthly rate or annual fee that offers their employees co... Read More
Jan 19, 2023
By Andy Owens Business owners should expect a recession to hit the U.S. economy in the first half of 2024, a Daniel Island economist said during an annual economic forecast in December. Stephen Slifer, a former chief economist for Le... Read More
Jan 17, 2023
Arthur Ravenel, the former congressman and state lawmaker who helped build the Republican Party in South Carolina and get money for the graceful bridge that dominates the Charleston skyline and bears his name, has died. He was 95. His... Read More
Oct 24, 2022
By Jenny Peterson Collaborative partners statewide are shooting for the moon to try and create a permanent NASA facility in South Carolina. While the space agency currently has no permanent footprint in South Carolina, a consortium... Read More
Sep 02, 2022
By Mike Gula As I sit here today and reflect on the last two years, I can honestly say it has been a mixture of emotions. Like many, I have experienced uncertainty and panic, confusion, and doubt, but then also hope and optimism. The ... Read More
Aug 24, 2022
By Jenny Peterson Charleston-area mayors have their eyes on bringing more life sciences industry to spur economic development. At a Power Breakfast to discuss Regional Resilience on Tuesday at the North Charleston Business... Read More
Aug 11, 2022
The Consumer Bankers Association recently concluded our Executive Banking School in Greenville. Established more than 70 years ago, this year’s program was the first to be held in-person since 2019, welcoming more than 300 students... Read More
Jun 23, 2022
I’ve been a workforce development professional since 2007. That’s also when I first became aware of the mission side of Goodwill Industries of Upstate/Midlands South Carolina. We’re all familiar with the thrift sto... Read More
Jun 21, 2022
By Christina Lee Knauss Groundbreaking for the largest expandable speculative building to ever be constructed in central South Carolina took place today at the Sandy Run Industrial Park. The 497,952-square-foot building, locate... Read More
Jun 20, 2022
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Jun 17, 2022
By Christina Lee Knauss Columbia residents looking for ways to locate fresh, healthy food now have help thanks to a food access GIS (geographic information system) map created by the city and the Columbia Food Policy Committee. ... Read More
Jun 15, 2022
By Christina Lee Knauss The city of Columbia’s Business License Division is waiving business license renewal penalty fees for the month of June. The division is waiving the penalty fees as a show of appreciation for Columbia ... Read More
Jun 14, 2022
By Christina Lee Knauss The owner of a new business on North Main Street wants to offer the neighborhood and the city of Columbia a space for everything from making art to celebrating life events. Irmo resident Ebony Livingston... Read More
Jun 14, 2022
Contributing writer Regulatory changes announced by the city of Columbia on Monday aim to benefit new and existing businesses by streamlining startup processes and eliminating or lessening fees. City officials said the purpose ... Read More
May 24, 2022
Medical spas are on the rise in South Carolina. Now that we are coming out of the COVID-19 pandemic, people across the state seem ready to take the wrinkles from the last two years off their faces — and who can blame them? So it... Read More
May 23, 2022
The IMF’s global GDP forecast for 2022 was downgraded by 0.8% from 4.4% to 3.6% largely because of the war between Russia and Ukraine. Typically the revisions to IMF projections are 0.2-0.3%. Thus, the negative impact of the war on... Read More
May 17, 2022
By Christina Lee Knauss Turmeric is a popular spice in many kitchens, known not only for its taste but for its many health properties. But who knew it also could function as a more environmentally friendly way to generate electri... Read More
May 12, 2022
By Christina Lee Knauss Hotels around South Carolina continue to see strong demand for rooms despite reduced service levels caused by ongoing hiring challenges, according to a first quarter 2022 report released by Colliers South Carol... Read More
May 06, 2022
By Christina Lee Knauss Donors opened their wallets in a big way for Midlands Gives, the annual online giving event hosted by Central Carolina Community Foundation. The ninth annual event shattered previous records by raising $3.... Read More
Apr 30, 2022
By Ron Clyde, Owner/BIC, Clyde Realty LLC Ron Clyde has been in real estate in Upstate South Carolina since obtaining his real estate license in 1979. Now owner and Broker-in-Charge of Clyde Realty LLC, in Simpsonville, which speciali... Read More
Apr 28, 2022
The city of North Charleston will spend $45 million to improve recreational areas in Park Circle, including $20 million to redevelop the interior of a large traffic circle that ushers drivers into the area. Plans include replaci... Read More
Apr 22, 2022
By Dean Livingston, Certified Wealth Strategist, SeaCrest Wealth Management LLC Dean Livingston is a Certified Wealth Strategist with SeaCrest Wealth Management LLC. SeaCrest is an independent, employee-owned Registered... Read More
Apr 18, 2022
The largest single industrial building in the Charleston market is in the works on a plot of land near the Port of Charleston’s Leatherman Terminal. This development could help alleviate backup at the ports as it handles an unprece... Read More
Apr 15, 2022
By Amy Sartain, VP of Operations, Sunland Logistics Solutions One question I am often asked is, “What makes Sunland Logistics Solutions such a great choice for third party logistics services? I have several answers for that o... Read More
Apr 14, 2022
By Christina Lee Knauss High school students learned about keeping the lights on and natural gas flowing to homes at a special event sponsored by Dominion Energy. The Skilled Craft Career Day drew more than 60 students from around ... Read More
Apr 12, 2022
The Charleston Wine & Food Festival has named its long-time marketing communications director Alyssa Maute Smith as its interim executive director, while it launches a search for a permanent fill for the nonprofit organization that s... Read More
Apr 12, 2022
Toni Reale of Roadside Blooms floral shop in North Charleston has firmly planted her roots in the Park Circle community and is now expanding with a bigger, more permanent shop. Ten years ago, Reale, serving as the CEO, lead ... Read More
Apr 11, 2022
By Jonathan Fowler, Founder and CEO, Logicle Every company uses data analytics in some form, from simple Excel spreadsheets to enterprise database servers and custom tools. It’s easy to always develop things on the spot and nev... Read More
Apr 07, 2022
Four luxury condominiums under construction at 122 Beaufain St. in downtown Charleston have hit the real estate market. The units, located one block from Colonial Lake and Broad Street, vary between two- and three-bedroom residences ... Read More
Apr 01, 2022
By Danielle Besser, Communications and Engagement Manager, Upstate SC Alliance Consuls General from around the world. Site selection consultants. Business leaders considering new locations. Many of these influencers come to the Ups... Read More
Mar 28, 2022
By George Maalouf, President/CEO, Rogers & Callcott and Matt Gibson, Environmental Scientist, Rogers & Callcott Rogers & Callcott has been contributing to quality-of-life enhancements in our communities for well over 50... Read More
Mar 28, 2022
By Christina Lee Knauss The Columbia area is a good place to be an entrepreneur but presents some challenges for employers trying to find and keep talent, according to the most recent 2021-22 Midlands Regional Competitiveness Report. ... Read More
Mar 23, 2022
By Barry Waldman Contributing Writer When you search for information on COVID-19, make airline reservations, seek reviews on toasters, videoconference for work or watch your child attend school virtually, you likely take for granted ... Read More
Mar 18, 2022
By Carlos Phillips, President/CEO, Greenville Chamber of Commerce For more than 130 years, the Greenville Chamber has been in the business of helping businesses just like yours succeed. From providing some of the best connection oppor... Read More
Mar 13, 2022
By Bruce Alexander, CSP, Vice President and General Manager, OpSource Staffing A couple of years ago, I was toying with a tag line for the company’s branding efforts. It went something like, “OpSource Staffing — The ... Read More
Mar 07, 2022
By Christina Lee Knauss With inflation rising faster than it has since Ronald Reagan was president, small businesses are among those being hit hardest by rising prices. Economists and business leaders from around the Caro... Read More
Mar 04, 2022
By Pat Riley, President/CEO, Allen Tate Companies As we move into the New Year, it’s a good time to look back on the real estate market activity and intensity of 2021 and see what we will carry forward into 2022. I’ve been... Read More
Mar 01, 2022
By Christina Lee Knauss Sparks flew in a good way on Feb. 25 inside the new Welding Technology Center on the Airport Campus of Midlands Technical College. Inside the center, more than 40 high school students from 11 schools aro... Read More
Feb 25, 2022
By Alexander Tucker, Director of Membership, Commerce Club It takes years to hone your skills for networking; it takes practice and persistence. I began networking at an early age — I like to think in high school. Raised in t... Read More