130-year-old Easley general store to close its doors
Pie lovers will mourn the loss of a year-old version of a 130-year-old general store in Easley. The owner announced on social media that she will see the physical presence of her business through Christmas Eve before closing the wooden doors …
Electric vehicle battery manufacturer announces $810M expansion in Florence
The expansion, which is expected to create 450 jobs, follows the company's December announcement of $810 million and 1,170 jobs, resulting in a total investment of $1.62 billion and 1,620 new jobs.
$5M investment will create 26 new jobs in Clinton
A Wisconsin company will establish meat processing operations in Laurens County. The company said today through the Department of Commerce and Gov. Henry McMaster its $5 million investment …
Upstate preservation organization to purchase YMCA-owned land in Simpsonville
The Upstate Preservation Trust plans to purchase approximately 52 acres of historic land in Simpsonville, part of a larger project the organization’s overall goal to restore and preserve the original plantation and surrounding green space ...
MANUFACTURING MINUTE: Hartsville-based Sonoco’s Elizabeth Rhue on sustainability
Elizabeth Rhue, vice president of global environmental, sustainability, and technical services at South Carolina-based Sonoco, recently sat down with SC Biz News executive editor Jason Thomas to talk about Sonoco's sustainability initiatives.
Greenville Chamber policy agenda focuses on business climate, includes unfinished priorities
The Greenville Chamber’s 2024 policy agenda focuses on improving the city’s business climate, increasing educational attainment of the community, and boosting economic development.
Panthers owner pulls training camp out of South Carolina after nearly 30 years
The team is still working through logistics and how best to accommodate fans during camp. Details will be shared as plans are finalized.
Hydrogen products manufacturer to open first SC facility in York County
The company aims to establish a nationwide hydrogen infrastructure network that will make transitioning to hydrogen fuel easier and more economical for business owners and industrial operations.
Global auto products manufacturer announces $48M expansion in Piedmont
By adding seven new machining lines, two new assembly lines and additional processes to machine components internally, the company will create 87 new jobs.
Anderson County plastics manufacturer to expand operations
The $6.2 million investment will create 24 new jobs, and will include the addition of a new, 25,000-square-foot building at the same site to accommodate increased logistics demand.
Meet SC Biz News’ 2023 Health Care Heroes (PHOTOS)
Honorees in 12 categories were recognized during an event in Columbia, as SC Biz News expanded its Health Care Heroes program this year to include honorees from across the state.
Site chosen for South Carolina’s first veterinary college
The state’s first college of veterinary medicine will be constructed in Pendleton on land next to one of the most pristine areas of the Clemson University Experimental Forest. The university trustees this week approved the acquisition of the 87-acre tract of land through an agreement with …