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Duke Energy funds slew of park and conservation projects
The Duke Energy Foundation is helping fund environmental and conservation efforts through a $350,000 grant stemming from increased energy usage during the pandemic.
SEC: BMW reports inflated sales numbers to investors
Last week, the Securities and Exchange Commission settled charges against BMW AG and two U.S. subsidiaries for inflating U.S. retail sales while raising $18 billion in bond offerings from investors.
Organizations partner to prevent flu, encourage voting
Prisma Health will partner with United Way on joint events targeting census outreach, voter registration and flu vaccinations as part of the 2020 Census Day of Action Challenge on Saturday.
Two Upstate business leaders awarded by governor
Two Greenvillian business leaders were recognized this week by the Governor with The Order of the Palmetto, the state's highest civilian honor.
CommunityWorks opens business center, receives award
As one of seven new women’s business centers across the country opened its doors for the first time in Greenville, national and local business leaders gathered on Sept. 4 onsite to celebrate the state’s female entrepreneurs.
State parks chart busiest months on record
Use of S.C. State Parks soars as people want to get out of the house.
Unemployment claims reach new low as FEMA assistance approved
South Carolina reached a new low in weekly unemployment claims filed since mid-March, becoming the state with fifth strongest recovery in terms of weekly claims, according to a recent study.
Commerce Department addresses audit criticism
Over one month after the release of a legislative audit critiquing the Commerce Department for its lack of oversight and transparency with money funding economic development projects, the agency has adopted some recommendations.
Report: Opportunity zones bring $75 billion to vulnerable communities
During his Monday night speech at a virtual Republican National Convention, Sen. Tim Scott highlighted the $75 billion in private capital stimulated in Opportunity Zones, according to a recent report.
Upstate Giving, Aug. 24
The city of Greenville has allocated $552,048 toward financial assistance for citizens struggling with housing and food costs due to the COVID-19 pandemic or AIDS/HIV.
Upstate business leaders nominated for S.C. DOT Commission
Gov. Henry McMaster nominated two long-time business leaders to represent the 3rd Congressional District and an at-large seat on the S.C. Department of Transportation Commission.
Department of Defense contract for 90 F-16 jets finalized
The Department of Defense this week announced a $62 billion 10-year contract with Lockheed for the production of 90 F-16 fighter jets to be built at the aerospace company's Greenville location.
