UofSC secures funds to establish new investment in SC tech startups

October 1, 2021

"South Carolina is one of only 17 organizations in the nation and the first higher education institution in the state’s history to be awarded the grant, which aims to increase access to capital in communities where risk capital is in short supply."

The Home Depot expands supply chain operations across SC, including in Lexington County

September 23, 2021

Combined expansion will create nearly 100 new jobs

Central SC Alliance launches new tool to attract and retain skilled talent

September 23, 2021

The Central SC Alliance (CSCA) is excited to unveil a new tool to connect skilled workers and local employers. Start Central is a comprehensive website where individuals from inside and outside the Central SC Region can search for job opportunities, access resources on training programs to boost their skills, and learn about the benefits of living in the Region.

Midlands Tech to celebrate grand opening of welding center

September 20, 2021

"Midlands Technical College will celebrate the grand opening of $4.5 million in upgrades to a new welding technology center at its Airport campus..."

iLending Opens Auto Refinance Center in Richland County, SC

September 16, 2021

Company plans to hire for 40 jobs at new location

South Carolina claims spot among 'Top States for Doing Business' again!

September 15, 2021

The Palmetto State is once again getting high marks as a top state for business in Area Development's latest rankings.

Midlands peanut farmers tout new revenue opportunity brought by shelling company

September 13, 2021

"Monday is National Peanut Day, and Midlands peanut growers may have reason to celebrate."

Phase IIB Matching Fund launched for S.C. small businesses

September 9, 2021

SBIR/STTR program to help with funding for innovative small businesses and startups

Columbia Housing Announces First Registered Apprenticeship of Its Kind in South Carolina

September 8, 2021

"Columbia Housing, Midlands Technical College and Apprenticeship Carolina™ announced today that the agency has established a registered apprenticeship program for maintenance technicians, the first apprenticeship program of its kind in the state."

Premium Peanut establishing operations in Orangeburg County, SC

September 8, 2021

$64.3 Million investment will create 130 new jobs

Co-working spaces multiply in Columbia even as the pandemic disrupts work habits

September 5, 2021

Metso Outotec Investing $3M to Relocate in Richland County, SC

September 1, 2021

Metso Outotec, a global manufacturer of mining and aggregates equipment, parts and services, will invest $3 million to relocate within Richland County.